Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Saturday, November 17, 2007
A-Rod Amusement
Taken from my MySpace account. Original post date: October 19, 2007.
Standing here behind this desk at American Airlines Center, anxiously awaiting the start of my first Mavs game of the new season, is getting lonely and a little boring. I was discussing the possible Kobe Bryant trade to the Mavericks with an usher and we someone stumbled on to Alex Rodriguez and the begillions of dollars he makes every year. That conversation caused a chain reaction of ideas in my head that peaked my curiosity beyond restraint. Here we begin: The Numbers Game
I first wondered what A-Rod's salary was for this past season, so I went and looked it up. Wow. The season that just ended (for the Yankees, but not for my beloved Red Sox) A-Rod made a ridiculous $27,708,525, according to ESPN.com.
But my curiosity took a persistent turn and did not end there. We progree to idea number two in the chain reaction: How much does he make per game? So we take his salary and divide that by the number of games in the baseball season: 162. Holy $%&@. A-Rod breaks the bank at $171,040.27...PER GAME. He makes more money in one 3-hour game than most hard-working Americans make in an entire year.
Now I am really curious. "Let's look at how much he makes in one inning," I thought. So I took his per-game salary and divided that by the number of innings in one game: 9. HOLY $#!+!!! Now, remember, this is per full inning; three outs in the field and three outs hitting (or on the bench if he doesn't hit that inning). Get ready. $19,004.47. So A-Rod could start the inning on defense and play in the field. Chances are, many times all three outs are recorded without A-Rod having to make a play. Then on the flip side of the inning, A-Rod may not even get to the plate. Therefore, there are times (and probably many throughout the season) that he does absolutely nothing but stand on the field and sit on the bench and makes over 19 thousand.
We have police officers, firemen and women, medics, etc who risk their life every day and who make just over that amount in an entire year. Tell me how this is fair at all.
I even took it one step further. What about every half inning. For the three outs that he is on the field or on the bench watching his team hit. So I took that per-inning figure and divided it by 2. $!^&*$^&!*%$ For every half inning, A-Rod makes $9,502.23.
Who now believes there is too much money in sports? I don't care how "good" any one player is. Making THAT much money for standing on a dirt field and occasionally getting a dirt or grass stain on your uniform is absurd.
If A-Rod was really a "team player" maybe he would donate some of that unearned ridiculousness to the REAL miracle workers of our world.
A-Rod? I say, A-Fraud.
2007-2008 Dallas Stars Billboards
Taken from my MySpace account. Original post date: September 5, 2007.
New Dallas Stars billboards for this season. Enjoy.
Bye Bye Teixeira
Taken from my MySpace page. Original post date: July 31, 2007.
Well, well, well. The Rangers have done it again. Less than 48 hours before the trading deadline, the Rangers dealt one of their best players, and a huge fan favorite for that matter, to the Atlanta Braves.
And what did the Rangers receive in return?
Pitching!
Wait, no. They didn't get pitching. Not really. They received a 19-year-old right-hander Nestali Feliz (sounds like a familiar spanish-style take on a Christmas song?) and another minor-league pitcher that is to be determined. Included in the deal were Rangers relief pitcher Ron Mahay, and catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia and minor-league shortstop Elvis Andrus.
Okay, the Rangers are in dyer need of pitching, and have been since they arrived in Arlington from Washington, D.C. in 1972. So, why did they TRADE away a pitcher for yet ANOTHER catcher, a minor-league shortstop and, and two young pitchers who will likely be traded away from the Rangers anyways?
Let's refresh. Earlier in the season, the Rangers acquired catcher Adam Melhuse from Oakland. They also have a bright-futured minor-league catcher, Chris Stewart, who has seen some major league action this season. And the Rangers' starting catcher, Gerald Laird, is quickly and quietly becoming one of the better-hitting catchers in all of baseball. So what point does it make to acquire ANOTHER catcher from Atlanta?
Now let's look at shortstop: Michael Young. Probably the most popular Rangers player among fans. What good is acquiring another shortstop when Young is young. He is only 30 and has at least 7 more years of playing time in his career. If I was a player, I wouldn't want to be playing in the minor leagues for at least 7 years, waiting for an all-star player to retire so that I could have MY shot in the spotlight.
Conclusion? A total bust for the Rangers. It seems as if they were so concerned about getting rid of Teixeira and his $9 million salary, that they settled for whatever they could, or what they thought was the best amount of talent being offered.
The Rangers may have acquired some young talent through their dumbfounded decision making, but they lost a fan.
GO BRAVES.
War of the Wealthy's
This is from my MySpace blog. Orginal post date: June 27, 2007.
Ahh, the joys of money.
As I stand here, lonely at my podium of money, I look around and realize what money does to people.
On the Platinum Level of American Airlines Center, the so-called "Rich and Famous" of Dallas fancily parade around, flaunting their dates and attire to others as if in competition with everyone else to see who projects the wealthiest image.
Even with the pounding of raindrops on the warm, Texas-summer concrete outside, the attire is much too ritzy for a meaningless concert by "The Police."
I know, I know. The Police are historic. A great rock band of the 70s. Even if they have broken-up more than the ground after an 8.0-magnitude earthquake.
But, seriously. Thunderstorms are raging outside. The Police are mediocre. Why do these numbers-rich bank account owners insist on engaging in wealth wars?
I can picture their typical thought process while preparing for such a battle.
Step One, Grooming. Take a shower and shave. There are no rules for the amount of gel or mousse to be used in the hair. The amount necessary to hold it perfectly in place even if you were deep sea diving is acceptable.
Step Two, The Proper Attire. Should I wear the traditional black? Or venture out onto the daring ledge with bright red? Should I wear the opposite of what I think the competition is going to wear? I mean, we can't be seen wearing the same outift, let alone the same color scheme. Besides, red IS a color on a standard, police-issued patrol car.
Step Three, Outsmarting the Competition. What attitude should I portray for this event? Is this similar to a black-tie event in which I must project my enormous wealth and mannerisms? Or is a lower key, "make fun of all the people without money" event?
Step Four, The Projection. Welcome to the Main Event. It all comes down to this. All thoughts and events have led to this moment. I have to project myself and let everyone know that I am best of the best.
Step Five, The Cooldown. Well, now that the hardest part is over, I can relax and be myself a bit. I'm on the way out and I have finished making my rounds and firmly believe that everyone here knows my elegant status and worth. I think I won the war.
Step Six, The End. Well, it's over. I'm home and ready to go to bed. Whatever her name is will be sleeping with me though. What should I wear to bed? How does my hair look?
Are you kidding me? What a load of crap. Too much work in my opinion. What the hell is wealth is supposed to do for you anyway?
The "joys" of money? Right. Seems more like the duties and responsibilities that come along with the job. Or could it be that these wealthy weirdos are simply faking it?
Do they even HAVE any money? It sure seems like it. Their lackluster attitude, manners, and sense of fashion prove this to be true. But perhaps it is just a brilliant performance worthy of an Oscar. And also worthy of a call to the television show "What Not To Wear."
I guess we'll never know the truth behind the wealth wars. Thank goodness for The Police playing their "smoking" hits and saving the day.
At least we won't have to call the fashion police.
Monday, April 30, 2007
Final Blog Assignment: Ellis County Crisis
With skeptical taxpayers holding its fate, a facilities crisis in an Ellis County office building has the county clerk and tax assessor's offices on the verge of collapse.
News story from DallasNews.com: http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/city/ellis/stories/DN-ellisbond_29met.ART0.South.Edition1.42fb579.html
Story from the official Ellis County website: http://www.co.ellis.tx.us/pressrelease/currentpress.htm
On behalf of the media-written article, interviews were conducted with key personnel inside the two major offices currently occupying the old, dangerous facility. The article went in depth regarding the recent health and security issues the facility has sustained and what a major threat the facility poses not only to human health but to business health as well. The many Ellis County government-operated organizations that have daily operations within the facility would suffer a monumental collapse in production if major structural damage were to occur. This collapse would severely cripple many Ellis County operations. The article does a wonderful job portraying the necessity for a rapid and substantial alternative for these organizations as well as displaying the lack of support and urgency in achieving this necessary advancement. In this account, the parties represented are the ones in the most danger of not finding a rapid alternative and those most influential in obtaining a solution.
Regarding the organizational response: the response was plethorically contaminated with mediocrity and abandonment. Contained in an official press release regarding the $53.875 million bond vote--which would cause an increase of between $35 and $90 per year, per Ellis County homeowner--referred only to the facility crisis through a common "Commissioners' Court." The statement was released six days prior to the article being posted on DallasNews.com, however, up to now, there has been no response from the County on the stated facility crisis. The tone in the coverage vs. response was like the parting of the sea; the media coverage was in depth, investigative, and proactive, whereas the organizational response has been zero. In their press release only six days prior to the DallasNews.com article, Ellis County officials had to have known about the dangerous facility crisis and how delicate the situation was with county taxpayers having the ultimate decision, yet chose to not address the issue accept by stating, "The goals and objectives...are to create a venue that allows public oversight of the county facilities projects while going through the design and construction process" (www.co.ellis.tx.us). This statement is the only conceivable illusion towards the concern of the facility crisis, yet did an abominable job. It never elaborates or fills in any possible discrepancies of the media coverage, and quite frankly, never even mentions the issue. The lack of response even up until the present, two days after the media article, is unacceptable and displays an utter lack of respect for the importance of the organizations operating in the ignored, threatening and hazardous facility.
News story from DallasNews.com: http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/city/ellis/stories/DN-ellisbond_29met.ART0.South.Edition1.42fb579.html
Story from the official Ellis County website: http://www.co.ellis.tx.us/pressrelease/currentpress.htm
On behalf of the media-written article, interviews were conducted with key personnel inside the two major offices currently occupying the old, dangerous facility. The article went in depth regarding the recent health and security issues the facility has sustained and what a major threat the facility poses not only to human health but to business health as well. The many Ellis County government-operated organizations that have daily operations within the facility would suffer a monumental collapse in production if major structural damage were to occur. This collapse would severely cripple many Ellis County operations. The article does a wonderful job portraying the necessity for a rapid and substantial alternative for these organizations as well as displaying the lack of support and urgency in achieving this necessary advancement. In this account, the parties represented are the ones in the most danger of not finding a rapid alternative and those most influential in obtaining a solution.
Regarding the organizational response: the response was plethorically contaminated with mediocrity and abandonment. Contained in an official press release regarding the $53.875 million bond vote--which would cause an increase of between $35 and $90 per year, per Ellis County homeowner--referred only to the facility crisis through a common "Commissioners' Court." The statement was released six days prior to the article being posted on DallasNews.com, however, up to now, there has been no response from the County on the stated facility crisis. The tone in the coverage vs. response was like the parting of the sea; the media coverage was in depth, investigative, and proactive, whereas the organizational response has been zero. In their press release only six days prior to the DallasNews.com article, Ellis County officials had to have known about the dangerous facility crisis and how delicate the situation was with county taxpayers having the ultimate decision, yet chose to not address the issue accept by stating, "The goals and objectives...are to create a venue that allows public oversight of the county facilities projects while going through the design and construction process" (www.co.ellis.tx.us). This statement is the only conceivable illusion towards the concern of the facility crisis, yet did an abominable job. It never elaborates or fills in any possible discrepancies of the media coverage, and quite frankly, never even mentions the issue. The lack of response even up until the present, two days after the media article, is unacceptable and displays an utter lack of respect for the importance of the organizations operating in the ignored, threatening and hazardous facility.
Monday, March 26, 2007
Rainforest Action Network (Research Assignment)
Grassroots vs. Astroturf
With today's worldwide epidemic of global warming becoming more controversial than ever before, the Rainforest Action Network (RAN) has been considered "the most savvy environmental agitators in the business" (http://www.ran.org/who_we_are/). The action group is best known for its highly intimidating marketing campaigns directed towards multinational corporations who engage in unethical environmental practices.
The question surrounding the RAN, however, is whether the group is truly a grassroots organization or an astroturf organization. Does the RAN really have the environment's best interests at heart at the expense of volunteers and donations? Or is it funded and operated by some big-cheese organization looking to cover its own environmental wrongdoings?
Upon visiting the RAN website (http://www.ran.org) it appears as if the organization is provided for by volunteers and a very small team to ensure everyday operations. However, when I dug a little deeper into the organization's website, I found that 37% of the income for the RAN is from "grants and other incomes" (http://ran.org/give/donate_now/). Although only 5% of the group's budget is spent on "Administration," 5% of their over $3 million annual budget accounts for over $150,000 per year.
Many not-for-profit organizations who are founded and operated by volunteers like to disclose that information very readily on their website. They feel this will help their credibility. RAN does not disclose this information. They simply state that they were originally formed at an international rainforest conference when 35 organizations sent activist members to formulate a plan of action. The website then goes on to claim "that close alliances...with grassroots organizations have been instrumental to the success of RAN's campaigns" (http://ran.org/who_we_are/about_us/).
It is my belief that the Rainforest Action Network is not a true grassroots organization but somewhat of a hybrid-grassroots; holding the middle ground between grassroots and astroturf. I believe its intentions are well conceived, however, I believe that they small members who operate the organization are funded by corporate dollars. The remarks in the preceding paragraphs identify my reasoning for this opinion. If a group wants to be a true grassroots organization, more prideful information regarding their morals and overall character would be more readily available.
Sources:
http://www.ran.org
With today's worldwide epidemic of global warming becoming more controversial than ever before, the Rainforest Action Network (RAN) has been considered "the most savvy environmental agitators in the business" (http://www.ran.org/who_we_are/). The action group is best known for its highly intimidating marketing campaigns directed towards multinational corporations who engage in unethical environmental practices.
The question surrounding the RAN, however, is whether the group is truly a grassroots organization or an astroturf organization. Does the RAN really have the environment's best interests at heart at the expense of volunteers and donations? Or is it funded and operated by some big-cheese organization looking to cover its own environmental wrongdoings?
Upon visiting the RAN website (http://www.ran.org) it appears as if the organization is provided for by volunteers and a very small team to ensure everyday operations. However, when I dug a little deeper into the organization's website, I found that 37% of the income for the RAN is from "grants and other incomes" (http://ran.org/give/donate_now/). Although only 5% of the group's budget is spent on "Administration," 5% of their over $3 million annual budget accounts for over $150,000 per year.
Many not-for-profit organizations who are founded and operated by volunteers like to disclose that information very readily on their website. They feel this will help their credibility. RAN does not disclose this information. They simply state that they were originally formed at an international rainforest conference when 35 organizations sent activist members to formulate a plan of action. The website then goes on to claim "that close alliances...with grassroots organizations have been instrumental to the success of RAN's campaigns" (http://ran.org/who_we_are/about_us/).
It is my belief that the Rainforest Action Network is not a true grassroots organization but somewhat of a hybrid-grassroots; holding the middle ground between grassroots and astroturf. I believe its intentions are well conceived, however, I believe that they small members who operate the organization are funded by corporate dollars. The remarks in the preceding paragraphs identify my reasoning for this opinion. If a group wants to be a true grassroots organization, more prideful information regarding their morals and overall character would be more readily available.
Sources:
http://www.ran.org
Monday, March 19, 2007
Information on Biography for speaker: Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
"Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.'s reputation as a resolute defender of the environment stems from a litany of successful legal actions. Mr. Kennedy was named one of Time magazine's “Heroes for the Planet” for his success helping Riverkeeper lead the fight to restore the Hudson River. The group's achievement helped spawn more than 130 Waterkeeper organizations across the globe.
Mr. Kennedy serves as Chief Prosecuting Attorney for the Hudson Riverkeeper and President of Waterkeeper Alliance. He is also a Clinical Professor and Supervising Attorney at Pace University School of Law’s Environmental Litigation Clinic and is co-host of Ring of Fire on Air America Radio. Earlier in his career he served as Assistant District Attorney in New York City. He has worked on several political campaigns including the presidential campaigns of Edward M. Kennedy in 1980, Al Gore in 2000 and John Kerry in 2004.
He has worked on environmental issues across the Americas and has assisted several indigenous tribes in Latin America and Canada in successfully negotiating treaties protecting traditional homelands. He is credited with leading the fight to protect New York City's water supply. The New York City watershed agreement, which he negotiated on behalf of environmentalists and New York City watershed consumers, is regarded as an international model in stakeholder consensus negotiations and sustainable development. He helped lead the fight to turn back the anti-environmental legislation during the 104th Congress.
Among Mr. Kennedy's published books are the New York Times’ bestseller Crimes Against Nature (2004), St. Francis of Assisi: A Life of Joy (2005), The Riverkeepers (1997), and Judge Frank M. Johnson, Jr: A Biography (1977). His articles have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, The Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, Rolling Stone, Atlantic Monthly, Esquire, The Nation, Outside Magazine, The Village Voice, and many other publications. His award winning articles have been included in anthologies of America’s Best Crime Writing, Best Political Writing and Best Science Writing.
Mr. Kennedy is a graduate of Harvard University. He studied at the London School of Economics and received his law degree from the University of Virginia Law School. Following graduation he attended Pace University School of Law, where he was awarded a Masters Degree in Environmental Law.
He is a licensed master falconer, and as often as possible he pursues a life-long enthusiasm for white-water paddling. He has organized and led several expeditions in Canada and Latin America, including first descents on three little known rivers in Peru, Colombia, and Venezuela.
"Riverkeeper is an independent, member-supported, environmental organization founded on the premise that citizens themselves must roll up their sleeves to defend our waterways.
"Our [Riverkeeper] mission is to safeguard the ecological integrity of the Hudson River, its tributaries and the watershed of New York City (protecting the city's drinking water supply) by tracking down and stopping polluters. Since 1983, Riverkeeper has investigated and brought to justice more than 300 environmental lawbreakers. Riverkeeper believes in the rights of every citizen to enjoy and defend our nation's water resources."
Information taken from the following websites: http://www.robertfkennedyjr.com/about.html
http://riverkeeper.org/index.php
Mr. Kennedy serves as Chief Prosecuting Attorney for the Hudson Riverkeeper and President of Waterkeeper Alliance. He is also a Clinical Professor and Supervising Attorney at Pace University School of Law’s Environmental Litigation Clinic and is co-host of Ring of Fire on Air America Radio. Earlier in his career he served as Assistant District Attorney in New York City. He has worked on several political campaigns including the presidential campaigns of Edward M. Kennedy in 1980, Al Gore in 2000 and John Kerry in 2004.
He has worked on environmental issues across the Americas and has assisted several indigenous tribes in Latin America and Canada in successfully negotiating treaties protecting traditional homelands. He is credited with leading the fight to protect New York City's water supply. The New York City watershed agreement, which he negotiated on behalf of environmentalists and New York City watershed consumers, is regarded as an international model in stakeholder consensus negotiations and sustainable development. He helped lead the fight to turn back the anti-environmental legislation during the 104th Congress.
Among Mr. Kennedy's published books are the New York Times’ bestseller Crimes Against Nature (2004), St. Francis of Assisi: A Life of Joy (2005), The Riverkeepers (1997), and Judge Frank M. Johnson, Jr: A Biography (1977). His articles have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, The Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, Rolling Stone, Atlantic Monthly, Esquire, The Nation, Outside Magazine, The Village Voice, and many other publications. His award winning articles have been included in anthologies of America’s Best Crime Writing, Best Political Writing and Best Science Writing.
Mr. Kennedy is a graduate of Harvard University. He studied at the London School of Economics and received his law degree from the University of Virginia Law School. Following graduation he attended Pace University School of Law, where he was awarded a Masters Degree in Environmental Law.
He is a licensed master falconer, and as often as possible he pursues a life-long enthusiasm for white-water paddling. He has organized and led several expeditions in Canada and Latin America, including first descents on three little known rivers in Peru, Colombia, and Venezuela.
"Riverkeeper is an independent, member-supported, environmental organization founded on the premise that citizens themselves must roll up their sleeves to defend our waterways.
"Our [Riverkeeper] mission is to safeguard the ecological integrity of the Hudson River, its tributaries and the watershed of New York City (protecting the city's drinking water supply) by tracking down and stopping polluters. Since 1983, Riverkeeper has investigated and brought to justice more than 300 environmental lawbreakers. Riverkeeper believes in the rights of every citizen to enjoy and defend our nation's water resources."
Information taken from the following websites: http://www.robertfkennedyjr.com/about.html
http://riverkeeper.org/index.php
Information on Biography for speaker: Ramaswamy R. Iyer
"Mr. Ramaswamy R. Iyer has had a long association with large-dam projects. In the 80s, he served as Secretary of Water Resources for the Government of India. As Secretary, he worked to shift the Ministry's attention from big projects to resource-policy issues. He was the initiator and principal draftsman of India's first National Water Policy in 1987.
"Mr. Iyer was a member of two high-level committees designated to review the environmental and displacement/rehabilitation aspects of the Sardar Sarovar Project (1993 - 95) and the Tehri Hydro-Electric Project (1996-97). He also served as a consultant to the World Commission on Dams (WCD) from 1998-2000, and joined the team commissioned to write a country study on India's experience with large dams. From 2000-2005, Mr. Iyer intermittently served as World Bank consultant for the review of its Water Sector Strategy.
"Mr. Iyer also serves as Honorary Research Professor for India's Centre for Policy Research, where he continues to educate people on matters relating to water resources (including the dams question), and to expound, clarify and analyze issues for the benefit of the general public, policy-makers, administrators, academics, media personnel and other opinion-makers.
"As a water expert, Mr. Iyer frequently appears on television and in conferences as speaker or panelist. He has also published a variety of articles in newspapers and journals. He published his first book entitled 'WATER: Perspectives, Issues, Concerns' in 2003, and is now in the middle of publishing his second book, tentatively titled `WATER: Limits, Justice, Harmony.'"
Information taken from the following website: http://www.adb.org/Water/Champions/iyer.asp
"Mr. Iyer was a member of two high-level committees designated to review the environmental and displacement/rehabilitation aspects of the Sardar Sarovar Project (1993 - 95) and the Tehri Hydro-Electric Project (1996-97). He also served as a consultant to the World Commission on Dams (WCD) from 1998-2000, and joined the team commissioned to write a country study on India's experience with large dams. From 2000-2005, Mr. Iyer intermittently served as World Bank consultant for the review of its Water Sector Strategy.
"Mr. Iyer also serves as Honorary Research Professor for India's Centre for Policy Research, where he continues to educate people on matters relating to water resources (including the dams question), and to expound, clarify and analyze issues for the benefit of the general public, policy-makers, administrators, academics, media personnel and other opinion-makers.
"As a water expert, Mr. Iyer frequently appears on television and in conferences as speaker or panelist. He has also published a variety of articles in newspapers and journals. He published his first book entitled 'WATER: Perspectives, Issues, Concerns' in 2003, and is now in the middle of publishing his second book, tentatively titled `WATER: Limits, Justice, Harmony.'"
Information taken from the following website: http://www.adb.org/Water/Champions/iyer.asp
Monday, March 5, 2007
Information for Lead on WaterWays Conference
What: WaterWays Conference 2007
When: March 13 - 15, 2007
Where: University of North Texas; Denton, TX
Why: To inform and educate the public on the increasing global water issues, specifically about the Ganga-Brahmaputra-Meghna (GBM) basin.
Who: Robert F. Kenndy, Jr.; Ramaswamy R. Iyer; John A. McLachlan
How: sponsored by the Dixon Water Foundation through the Philosophy of Water Project; Generous assistance has been provided by the Department of Environmental Journalism, the Elm Fork Education Center, the School of Visual Arts, the Institute of Applied Sciences, and the Department of Philosophy & Religion Studies at the University of North Texas-Denton.
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.= Waterkeeper Alliance
Ramaswamy R. Iyer= Former Secretary of Water, Government of India
John A. McLachlan= Director, RiverSphere and the Katrina Environmental Research & Restoration Network
Major Problems that WaterWays will address: "...water scarcity, quality and quantity of reserves, restoration of riparian areas, and the cultural perceptions of water. WaterWays is an interdisciplinary program that seeks to bring together scientists, philosophers, politicians, artists, managers and specialists from both the public and private sector, encouraging dialogue across traditional boundaries. Through an intermixture of annual class offerings, biennial conferences, and on-going research, WaterWays works to offer new approaches for comprehending the relationship between humans, natural ecosystems, and water." (www.water.unt.edu/waterways.htm)
When: March 13 - 15, 2007
Where: University of North Texas; Denton, TX
Why: To inform and educate the public on the increasing global water issues, specifically about the Ganga-Brahmaputra-Meghna (GBM) basin.
Who: Robert F. Kenndy, Jr.; Ramaswamy R. Iyer; John A. McLachlan
How: sponsored by the Dixon Water Foundation through the Philosophy of Water Project; Generous assistance has been provided by the Department of Environmental Journalism, the Elm Fork Education Center, the School of Visual Arts, the Institute of Applied Sciences, and the Department of Philosophy & Religion Studies at the University of North Texas-Denton.
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.= Waterkeeper Alliance
Ramaswamy R. Iyer= Former Secretary of Water, Government of India
John A. McLachlan= Director, RiverSphere and the Katrina Environmental Research & Restoration Network
Major Problems that WaterWays will address: "...water scarcity, quality and quantity of reserves, restoration of riparian areas, and the cultural perceptions of water. WaterWays is an interdisciplinary program that seeks to bring together scientists, philosophers, politicians, artists, managers and specialists from both the public and private sector, encouraging dialogue across traditional boundaries. Through an intermixture of annual class offerings, biennial conferences, and on-going research, WaterWays works to offer new approaches for comprehending the relationship between humans, natural ecosystems, and water." (www.water.unt.edu/waterways.htm)
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