The Daily Utah Chronicle

Former U Anatomy Chairman Dies

January 9, 2002

Former Anatomy Chair Dies Marcus Jacobson, U anatomy department chairman from 1977 to 1987, died of cancer on Nov. 12 at his home in Torrey, Utah. Jacobson was a renowned researcher on developmental neurobiology and authored a textbook on the subject. He also donated his collection of Asian art and rare books to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts.

Letter to the Editor: Parking Privileges for Rich Donors

By By Sommer Larsen, Junior, French, Tim Larsen, Junior, Accounting and Bryan Larsen, Freshman, Architectu, By Sommer Larsen, Junior, French, Tim Larsen, Junior, Accounting and Bryan Larsen, Freshman, Architectu, and By Sommer Larsen, Junior, French, Tim Larsen, Junior, Accounting and Bryan Larsen, Freshman, Architectu • January 9, 2002

Editor: After reading the Jan. 3 news article in The Daily Utah Chronicle entitled, "Talking to Media Gets Parking Employee Fired," we can think of at least one University of Utah employee who needs to be fired for talking to the media: Transportation and Parking Services Director, Alma Allred.

The Chronicle’s View: Legislators Should Leave Budget Decision to Machen

January 9, 2002

A captain is navigating his ship through choppy waters. The waves are crashing, the storm is beating down upon the ship and morale is low. But rather than letting the captain decide how best to steer his ship and lead the crew, the ship's landlubbing owners call the shots.

Private Company May Buy TRAX

January 9, 2002

SALT LAKE CITY?The Utah Transit Authority is considering selling its $500 million light-rail system to a private company and leasing it back to take advantage of federal tax law and raise millions of dollars. UTA officials said the sale lease back plan, in use in several other states, could provide an immediate $25 million to $50 million.

Man Who Rammed Mosque Gets 5 Years

January 9, 2002

CLEVELAND?A man was sentenced to five years in prison Wednesday for ramming Ohio's largest mosque with his car six days after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Common Pleas Judge Kathleen Ann Sutula sentenced Eric Richley, 29, of suburban Middleburg Heights, on burglary, ethnic intimidation and vandalism charges.

Many students take temporary leave, return later to get degrees

By By U Wire • January 9, 2002

OVIEDO, Fla.?In 2000, 28 percent of freshmen entering public colleges did not return for their second year. In the same year, only 42 percent of the students in public colleges graduated within five years, according to educational research by ACT Inc. Some students may prolong school to pursue dreams in music, acting or traveling.

Raiders Will Make Way Through AFC

January 9, 2002

My, how things have turned around in the AFC for two of last year's Playoff rejects. The Pittsburgh Steelers and the New England Patriots were not predicted to get a first round bye, and I still can't believe it. Who would have thought that a team like the Baltimore Ravens would become worse after signing Pro Bowl quarterback Elvis Grbac? Who would have thought that the Raiders would finish the season with a three-game losing streak and look as if they will never be able to put the wheels back on? Who cares? That will never stop me from picking against Kordell "I will never take my team to the Super Bowl" Stewart and, of course, the New England Patriots led by Tom Brady.

Spivey’s Return Unknown

January 9, 2002

Senior point guard Travis Spivey didn't travel to Utah's game Monday in California, and his status on the Utah men's basketball team is still in the air. Spivey was suspended for the St. Mary's game for team misconduct. According to a Deseret News report, he walked out on a U practice last week following a disagreement with coach Rick Majerus.

Plane Crashes Into Pakistan Range

January 9, 2002

WASHINGTON?A U.S. military plane carrying at least seven Marines crashed into a mountain in Pakistan Wednesday night. A search and-rescue mission was launched but there was no word on casualties. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld said he understood the plane was carrying passengers.

The Chronicle’s View: Olympic Acts Prove Venues’ True Colors

January 9, 2002

It's the quintessential battle between David and Goliath. The only problem is that this time it's hard to know who's winning. Consider the Salt Lake Organizing Committee, a dynamic and sometimes tyrannical organization that wields its influence without blinking an eye.

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