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February 1, 2008

Deep Springs College has extended the application period for the Herb Reich Early-Career Teaching Fellowship in the Natural Sciences for the 2008-2009 academic year:

This fellowship offers a mentored teaching experience in a selective liberal arts environment. The Reich Fellow will teach self-designed courses within the area of his or her expertise, as well as introductory courses. Fellows learn to consider and convey their discipline within the broader context of a liberal education. The teaching load is 3 courses per year, distributed 1-2 or 2-1. The one-year fellowship is renewable up to three years.

Deadline Extended to February 20, 2008.

EOE

Click here to learn how to apply. Because of time constraints, please submit your application electronically.

January 1, 2008 For Immediate Release

David Neidorf to be Acting President of Deep Springs College

The Trustees of Deep Springs are pleased to announce the appointment of Dean and Vice-President David Neidorf as Acting President of the college, effective January 1st, 2008.

David Neidorf has been Dean and Vice President since 2005, when he came to Deep Springs from Middlebury College in Vermont. He had earlier served on the faculty at St Mary's College of California and Shimer College in Chicago and had been a visiting faculty member at Deep Springs on five occasions since 1993. His undergraduate degree is from the New School for Social Research in New York, and his graduate degrees are from St. Johns College and the University of Chicago.

At Deep Springs, David has provided strong leadership as Dean and Vice-President, and his classes on political theory and literature have inspired several generations of students. The Trustees of Deep Springs are thankful for his willingness to serve as Acting President, and look forward to his stewardship.

Deep Springs College, founded in 1917, is a liberal arts institution devoted to education for leadership in a life of service. Its unique educational program combines student body participation in all aspects of college governance with practical work and the most challenging liberal arts curriculum.

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FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Michael Stryker
Chair, Trustees of Deep Springs
3 Pine Court
Kentfield, CA 94904
phone: 415-476-5443
email: stryker@phy.ucsf.edu

David Neidorf
Acting President, Deep Springs College
Deep Springs, CA
Box 807, Big Pine, CA 93513
phone: (760) 872-2000 ext 33
email: dneidorf@deepsprings.edu

January 1, 2008 For Immediate Release

Louis Fantasia Announces Resignation as President of Deep Springs College

The Trustees of Deep Springs regretfully accept the resignation of Louis Fantasia as President of Deep Springs College, effective December 31, 2007. Mr. Fantasia has been a brilliant and provocative teacher, scholar and director of Shakespeare and dramatic literature at Deep Springs and elsewhere. Unfortunately, there grew a divergence of visions for the future of Deep Springs between the Trustees and Mr. Fantasia. The college and Mr. Fantasia have agreed to separate with mutual regret. The Trustees wish to express their gratitude for Mr. Fantasia's service to the institution.

Deep Springs College, founded in 1917, is a liberal arts institution devoted to education for leadership in a life of service. Its unique educational program combines student body participation in all aspects of college governance with practical work and the most challenging liberal arts curriculum.

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November, 2007

Tom Holloway, Writer-In-Residence

Deep Springs recently enjoyed the much-appreciated two-week tenure of Tom Holloway as Writer-In-Residence. Tom is Professor of History at The University of California at Davis, and is the son of Merritt Holloway, former Ranch Manager of Deep Springs College. During his two weeks here Tom worked on a book project entitled Apulco de Castro: The Conflicted Life and Forgotten Death of an Afro-Brazilian Journalist, 1883. Tom also gave an address to the community about his work on Latin American history, and took advantage of his stay to get in a solo horseback ride up Wyman Canyon to Robert’s Ranch and back in a sometimes-blinding snow storm—just for old times’ sake. He regaled the community with stories about his childhood on the ranch, and showed off some vintage photographs of the old Deep Springs.

Thanksgiving Festivities

This week, friends and family members of the Deep Springs community will visit the valley to celebrate Thanksgiving with a delicious meal overseen by TurkeyCom (the turkey committee). Following the festivities, the aptly named Turkey Bowl will pit students of the East against students of the West in a football showdown, proving that at Deep Springs, there is no middle ground. An evening of music will follow.

Fred Balderston Memorial Service Sunday, November 11

The family of Fred Balderston is holding a memorial service for Fred at the Great Hall of the UC Berkeley Faculty Club on Sunday, November 11 at 2:00 PM. Deep Springers are invited to attend. DS President Louis Fantasia will host a small reception following the memorial at the Hotel Durant beginning at 5:00 PM. Please let the office know if you will attend the reception, or if you need directions. (760-872-2000 ext 33)

October, 2007

October 27 Bay Area Event Cancelled

A message from Louis Fantasia, President, Deep Springs College:

It is with great regret that I am writing to inform you that Fred Baldeston, 'DS40, passed away on Thursday, October 18. After discussing the matter with Fred's wife Elizabeth and their son Tom, we have decided that the most appropriate action at this time is to cancel the reception that had been scheduled in his honor for Saturday, October 27. There will be a memorial reception for Fred at some point in the future at the Berkeley Faculty Club; we will keep the alumni community informed about the event as we get more information.

The entire Deep Springs community extends its sympathies to Fred’s family.

August, 2007

Fred Balderston (DS40) and Dave Wergedar (DS 47)
Honored With The Deep Springs Medal

Fred Balderston was a long-time friend and supporter of Deep Springs College, whose life exemplified the school's commitment to "a life of service." Serving on the faculty of the Haas School of Business, University of California since 1953, his interests included strategic planning and management, financial management and regulation, and strategic management of higher education institutions. In addition to his appointment on the Haas faculty, Fred served as Executive Director of the Bernard Osher Foundation; Associate Dean, Haas School of Business, UC Berkeley; Vice President, Planning and Analysis, University of California (systemwide; including design and construction of Cowell Hospital); and Chairman, California State Committee on Public Education. He was the author of numerous books, publications and articles.

Since 1964, Dr. Dave Werdegar held numerous positions at UCSF, including Professor and Chair of the Department of Family and Community Medicine as well as Associate Dean for the medical school's academic programs at San Francisco General Hospital. In the mid-80s, Mayor Dianne Feinstein appointed Dr. Werdegar Director of the San Francisco Health Department. As Director from 1985 to 1990, he led a unified community response to the rising AIDS epidemic, supported the expansion of community-oriented primary care services, and established innovative programs for drug abuse treatment and care of the mentally ill. Five years later he was appointed by Governor Pete Wilson to Director of the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development addressing health policy, rural health care, and loan insurance for non-profit health facilities. Dr. Werdegar also served 10 years as a trustee of the Marin Community Foundation (Buck Trust) developing the Foundation's leadership structure, funding priorities, and community outreach. He currently serves as Chair of the Arbitration Oversight Board for the Kaiser Health Plan.

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Home News About Admissions Academics Labor Self-Governance Daily Life Employment Alumni & Friends Calendars Directories Contribute Contact Us	February 1, 2008 Deep Springs College has extended the application period for the Herb Reich Early-Career Teaching Fellowship in the Natural Sciences for the 2008-2009 academic year: This fellowship offers a mentored teaching experience in a selective liberal arts environment. The Reich Fellow will teach self-designed courses within the area of his or her expertise, as well as introductory courses. Fellows learn to consider and convey their discipline within the broader context of a liberal education. The teaching load is 3 courses per year, distributed 1-2 or 2-1. The one-year fellowship is renewable up to three years. Deadline Extended to February 20, 2008. EOE Click here to learn how to apply. Because of time constraints, please submit your application electronically. January 1, 2008 For Immediate Release David Neidorf to be Acting President of Deep Springs College The Trustees of Deep Springs are pleased to announce the appointment of Dean and Vice-President David Neidorf as Acting President of the college, effective January 1st, 2008. David Neidorf has been Dean and Vice President since 2005, when he came to Deep Springs from Middlebury College in Vermont. He had earlier served on the faculty at St Mary's College of California and Shimer College in Chicago and had been a visiting faculty member at Deep Springs on five occasions since 1993. His undergraduate degree is from the New School for Social Research in New York, and his graduate degrees are from St. Johns College and the University of Chicago. At Deep Springs, David has provided strong leadership as Dean and Vice-President, and his classes on political theory and literature have inspired several generations of students. The Trustees of Deep Springs are thankful for his willingness to serve as Acting President, and look forward to his stewardship. Deep Springs College, founded in 1917, is a liberal arts institution devoted to education for leadership in a life of service. Its unique educational program combines student body participation in all aspects of college governance with practical work and the most challenging liberal arts curriculum. --END-- FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Michael Stryker Chair, Trustees of Deep Springs 3 Pine Court Kentfield, CA 94904 phone: 415-476-5443 email: stryker@phy.ucsf.edu David Neidorf Acting President, Deep Springs College Deep Springs, CA Box 807, Big Pine, CA 93513 phone: (760) 872-2000 ext 33 email: dneidorf@deepsprings.edu January 1, 2008 For Immediate Release Louis Fantasia Announces Resignation as President of Deep Springs College The Trustees of Deep Springs regretfully accept the resignation of Louis Fantasia as President of Deep Springs College, effective December 31, 2007. Mr. Fantasia has been a brilliant and provocative teacher, scholar and director of Shakespeare and dramatic literature at Deep Springs and elsewhere. Unfortunately, there grew a divergence of visions for the future of Deep Springs between the Trustees and Mr. Fantasia. The college and Mr. Fantasia have agreed to separate with mutual regret. The Trustees wish to express their gratitude for Mr. Fantasia's service to the institution. Deep Springs College, founded in 1917, is a liberal arts institution devoted to education for leadership in a life of service. Its unique educational program combines student body participation in all aspects of college governance with practical work and the most challenging liberal arts curriculum. --END-- November, 2007 Tom Holloway, Writer-In-Residence Deep Springs recently enjoyed the much-appreciated two-week tenure of Tom Holloway as Writer-In-Residence. Tom is Professor of History at The University of California at Davis, and is the son of Merritt Holloway, former Ranch Manager of Deep Springs College. During his two weeks here Tom worked on a book project entitled Apulco de Castro: The Conflicted Life and Forgotten Death of an Afro-Brazilian Journalist, 1883. Tom also gave an address to the community about his work on Latin American history, and took advantage of his stay to get in a solo horseback ride up Wyman Canyon to Robert’s Ranch and back in a sometimes-blinding snow storm—just for old times’ sake. He regaled the community with stories about his childhood on the ranch, and showed off some vintage photographs of the old Deep Springs. Thanksgiving Festivities This week, friends and family members of the Deep Springs community will visit the valley to celebrate Thanksgiving with a delicious meal overseen by TurkeyCom (the turkey committee). Following the festivities, the aptly named Turkey Bowl will pit students of the East against students of the West in a football showdown, proving that at Deep Springs, there is no middle ground. An evening of music will follow. Fred Balderston Memorial Service Sunday, November 11 The family of Fred Balderston is holding a memorial service for Fred at the Great Hall of the UC Berkeley Faculty Club on Sunday, November 11 at 2:00 PM. Deep Springers are invited to attend. DS President Louis Fantasia will host a small reception following the memorial at the Hotel Durant beginning at 5:00 PM. Please let the office know if you will attend the reception, or if you need directions. (760-872-2000 ext 33) October, 2007 October 27 Bay Area Event Cancelled A message from Louis Fantasia, President, Deep Springs College: It is with great regret that I am writing to inform you that Fred Baldeston, 'DS40, passed away on Thursday, October 18. After discussing the matter with Fred's wife Elizabeth and their son Tom, we have decided that the most appropriate action at this time is to cancel the reception that had been scheduled in his honor for Saturday, October 27. There will be a memorial reception for Fred at some point in the future at the Berkeley Faculty Club; we will keep the alumni community informed about the event as we get more information. The entire Deep Springs community extends its sympathies to Fred’s family. August, 2007 Fred Balderston (DS40) and Dave Wergedar (DS 47) Honored With The Deep Springs Medal Fred Balderston was a long-time friend and supporter of Deep Springs College, whose life exemplified the school's commitment to "a life of service." Serving on the faculty of the Haas School of Business, University of California since 1953, his interests included strategic planning and management, financial management and regulation, and strategic management of higher education institutions. In addition to his appointment on the Haas faculty, Fred served as Executive Director of the Bernard Osher Foundation; Associate Dean, Haas School of Business, UC Berkeley; Vice President, Planning and Analysis, University of California (systemwide; including design and construction of Cowell Hospital); and Chairman, California State Committee on Public Education. He was the author of numerous books, publications and articles. Since 1964, Dr. Dave Werdegar held numerous positions at UCSF, including Professor and Chair of the Department of Family and Community Medicine as well as Associate Dean for the medical school's academic programs at San Francisco General Hospital. In the mid-80s, Mayor Dianne Feinstein appointed Dr. Werdegar Director of the San Francisco Health Department. As Director from 1985 to 1990, he led a unified community response to the rising AIDS epidemic, supported the expansion of community-oriented primary care services, and established innovative programs for drug abuse treatment and care of the mentally ill. Five years later he was appointed by Governor Pete Wilson to Director of the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development addressing health policy, rural health care, and loan insurance for non-profit health facilities. Dr. Werdegar also served 10 years as a trustee of the Marin Community Foundation (Buck Trust) developing the Foundation's leadership structure, funding priorities, and community outreach. He currently serves as Chair of the Arbitration Oversight Board for the Kaiser Health Plan.