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SLEDGEHAMMER GAMES CREATOR ARTIST GLEN SCHOFIELD OPENS “ICONS” EXHIBIT AT ALMA MATER GOLDEN GATE UNIVERSITY
San Francisco, CA (May 12, 2015) – Golden Gate University (GGU) announces “Icons,” the first major exhibition of works by Glen A. Schofield — a California artist, GGU alumnus, and co-founder and CEO of Sledgehammer Games — on view from May 21 until May 29, 2015.
The exhibit will feature more than 100 black-and-white drawings and acrylic paintings by the creator of 2014’s bestselling video game Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare and 2011’s Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (co-developed with Infinity Ward Studios) — the largest entertainment property in history. The event will open on May 21, 2015 with a hosted reception from 6 pm to 9 pm, where the public will have the opportunity to meet Schofield, hear him speak, and preview his works. A portion of the proceeds will benefit a scholarship fund for veterans.
“Icons” showcases Schofield’s lifelong commitment to drawing, a passion that has propelled him from his beginnings as a freelance illustrator to powerhouse in the video game industry with over $3 billion in sales. The portraits celebrate the cultural icons that have inspired Schofield to push the envelope of his own creativity, and were selected from about 300 images that the artist has drawn over a two-and half-year period, working quickly and ambidextrously on paper, board, and canvas.
“I am a trained cartoonist and I had been doing caricatures all my life,” said Schofield. “Then I started drawing bigger, looking for new ways to capture individual faces, cropping them in unique ways that would bring them closer. I am attracted to creative people who have made a positive impact — actors, entertainers, scientists, musicians, other artists — and this is how I see them, how I want to show them. I call this series ‘Icons’ because each one represents a person who stands out for his or her talent and accomplishments. Some may be people you have never heard of, but they have all exhibited something that sets them apart.”
Schofield chose GGU as the venue of his first show because of his long association with the university and GGU President Dr. Dan Angel. He graduated with an MBA from the Ageno School of Business in 2002 and ten years later received GGU’s Rising Star Award, given to alumni who exhibit extraordinary professional achievements and contributions to the community. In 2014, Dr. Angel invited Schofield to deliver the graduate commencement address and conferred an honorary doctorate on him. At the reception on May 21, Schofield will in turn present Dr. Angel, who is retiring this year, with an art piece commemorating his tenure.
“It’s an honor to come back to GGU, it means so much to me,” said Schofield. “I completed my MBA attending classes half-day on Fridays and all-day Saturdays because I had a full-time job and two children at home. The MBA gave me the confidence I needed as an artist to go into a boardroom with CEOs and presidents of companies and understand what they were saying–now I am right there with them. After I got my MBA I was made VP of Electronic Arts and went from creative leader to business leader. The MBA helped me create the business plan for my studio, and it also taught me how to go deeper into research, deeper than the competition, which has helped me tremendously in the creative process.”
“We are excited to welcome Glen back to GGU, to celebrate with the GGU community yet another milestone in his impressive career as an artist and entrepreneur,” said GGU President Dr. Dan Angel. “We were thrilled when he accepted our invitation to hold his first solo show here at GGU.”
Whether painting, drawing, working with digital media, or directing his next game, Schofield spends almost every waking moment creating. Growing up in New Jersey, he was defined as an artist at a very early age and encouraged by his parents to follow his passion. At ten he won a national Kellogg art contest, and by the time he turned fifteen he was one of the first and youngest to attend the Joe Kubert School of Comics and Graphic Arts, where the rule of thumb was to be on the board eight to ten hours a day, every day. With his work ethic and a path foreordained in art, Schofield went on to excel at the prestigious Pratt Institute of Art and Design, graduating in the top five of his class with a BFA.
Schofield’s career as a freelance illustrator in New York City took off after he won an art competition at Omni magazine. By his third year in the Big Apple he had created posters for Pepsi, ads for Exxon, brochures for M&M Mars, billboards for Toyota, and a piece for the Society of Illustrators prestigious show. His portfolio of clients included ATT, IBM, Panasonic, and Parker Brothers, among many others.
Following a stint as character designer for the Adventures of the Galaxy Rangers animated series Schofield moved to video games, first as lead artist and then as art director, executive producer, and game director. He ultimately founded his own studio: Sledgehammer Games.
Over the past twenty years Schofield has worked on more than 50 video games and directed 13, including Dead Space (created and directed), James Bond, Call of Duty and Lord of the Rings. His games have won over 100 awards worldwide, including back-to-back Action Game of the Year, Best Shooter, Best Graphics and two BAFTAs. His prodigious output also spans graphic novels, comics, and collectible figures.
In addition to running Sledgehammer, directing games, and pursuing his art every day, Schofield is a sought-after keynote speaker with worldwide engagements at schools and industry events. In 2014 he was appointed to the President’s Advisory Board for the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, where he is also a guest lecturer.
“I deeply enjoy talking about a creative life and how rich and rewarding it can be,” Schofield says. “I like the idea of helping others with the same passion follow their dreams and their hearts into the career path I have chosen.”
EVENT INFO
Opening Reception: May 21 2015, 6 – 9 pm
Exhibit Hours: May 21 – 29, 2015, 9 am – 6 pm
Location: Golden Gate University, 536 Mission Street, First Floor, San Francisco, California
About Golden Gate University
GGU, a private nonprofit, has been helping adults achieve their professional goals by providing undergraduate and graduate education in accounting, law, taxation, business and related areas for 114 years. GGU is accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
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GOLDEN GATE UNIVERSITY ALUMNUS WINS SPUR’S 2015 GOOD GOVERNMENT AWARD
San Francisco, CA (March 13, 2015) – Golden Gate University (GGU) alumnus and Port of San Francisco Deputy Director Peter Dailey has received SPUR’s 2015 Public Managerial Excellence Award for his leadership in managing the design, financing and project implementation of the recently opened James R. Herman Cruise Terminal at Pier 27, along with his colleagues John Davey, John Doll, Elaine Forbes and Meghan Wallace. For 34 years, SPUR’s Good Government Awards have recognized City and County of San Francisco managers for their leadership, vision and ability to make a difference both within city government and the community at large.
Dailey’s team set priorities, aligned interests and assured financial stability for the new $100-million world-class cruise terminal, constructed using sustainable design practices in accord with Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) standards. This project represents the public’s largest investment in a Port of San Francisco development project since the 1920s, and it provides the city with an opportunity for transportation, employment, exploration and recreation at the site that also converts to a premier event venue.
“I’ve always thought that my MBA at GGU gave me the confidence and knowledge that really fueled my professional life,” said Dailey, who earned his MBA in Marketing at GGU in 1982. A 25-year Port of San Francisco veteran, Dailey is responsible for managing and marketing one of the most varied maritime business portfolios of any Port in the United States, with more than 7 million square feet of maritime industrial land and piers and marine terminals. Under his direction, notable achievements have been the successful establishment of bulk cargo terminals; a major expansion of Port floating dry-docking to handle Post-Panamax vessels; design, construction and installation of California’s first shore power facilities for cruise ships; expansion of Foreign Trade Zone to enhance regional economic benefits; and expansion of Port ferry terminals–making San Francisco California’s leading passenger seaport.
“Our heartfelt congratulations go to Peter,” said Tasia Neeve, Vice President of University Advancement at GGU. “Golden Gate University is so proud of the impact his education, hard work and perseverance have had in our own community, and we are honored to have him as part of our GGU family.”
Prior to his current position, Dailey was senior marketing executive at the Port responsible for public relations and public affairs, strategic marketing and press relations. He is a member of the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission’s Seaport Planning Advisory Committee, current Chairman of the American Association of Port Authority Cruise Committee, and serves as a member California Association of Port Authority’s Advisory Committee.
About Golden Gate University
GGU, a private nonprofit, has been helping adults achieve their professional goals by providing undergraduate and graduate education in accounting, law, taxation, business and related areas for 114 years. GGU is accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
About SPUR
SPUR brings people together from across the political spectrum to develop solutions to the big problems cities face. With offices in San Francisco, San Jose and Oakland, SPUR is recognized as a leading civic planning organization and respected for its independent and holistic approach to urban issues.
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PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
BERKELEY’S LEAD CENTER BRINGS STUDENT-LEADERSHIP TRAINING UNDER ONE ROOF
BERKELEY, August 15, 2012 — The ASUC Auxiliary’s new, unified LEAD Center — a one-stop shop for UC Berkeley students looking to find leadership training, get involved with organizations, or receive advising for student groups — opens its doors for the first time on Monday, Aug. 20.
Located in 102 Hearst Gym, the new center brings together the functions and staff formerly provided separately by the Center for Student Leadership, the Office of Student Affairs offices and the Graduate Assembly business office, with the goal of delivering more efficient leadership development and comprehensive student-group advising.
“The coming together of three advising areas into one Center will provide students with a centralized space to collaborate with other student leaders, expand their programmatic reach, and enhance the learning environment of our campus,” said Dean of Students Jonathan Poullard.
The LEAD Center will provide advising to the undergraduate and graduate-student government organizations (Associated Students of the University of California, or ASUC, and Graduate Assembly, GA), Bridges Multicultural Resource Center, Cal Debate, the Committee on Student Fees, campus fraternities and sororities, registered student organizations, Student Leader Training and Development, student-publication groups, SUPERB, and The Green Initiative Fund (TGIF).
The LEAD Center can be reached at lead@berkeley.edu, 642-5171.
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Contact:
Jeff Woods, LEAD Center Interim Director
510-642-5171
lead@berkeley.edu
PRESS RELEASE
For immediate release
MEDICARE OFFERS NO-COST RESOURCES FOR IMMUNIZATION PROGRAMS
Pneumonia and influenza are the sixth leading causes of death in the US for people aged 65 and older. Home health agencies provide a natural setting for increasing rates of immunization and reducing hospitalizations and deaths due to these infections. With flu season just around the corner, now is the perfect time to incorporate immunization into the agency’s quality improvement activities.
In its effort to increase the immunization rates of Medicare beneficiaries in the home health setting, Lumetra offers no-cost resources and educational materials to decrease hospitalization and vulnerability to pneumonia and influenza. Specifically, Lumetra’s Quality Advisors will work with agencies to include an assessment of influenza and pneumococcal immunizations into their comprehensive patient assessment and to offer vaccinations to patients and staff. These activities are in alignment with the Healthy People 2010 goal of 90 percent immunization for patients, and the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology’s goal of 90 percent immunization among staff. The first step toward these goals is an invitation to provide valuable information about agency immunization practices by completing a brief and confidential online survey. Responses will allow Lumetra to identify barriers for immunization assessment and to make agency-specific recommendations to overcome them in the future.
To complete the survey, agencies can go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.asp?u=193581961961 and fill out ‘Home Health Agency Survey- Influenza and Pneumonia Immunizations of Home Health Patients.’ After receiving a completed survey, Lumetra’s Home Health Team will send participants a report with the statewide survey findings and up-to-date immunization resources. Another way of ensuring that every person gets the right care, every time, is to join Lumetra’s statewide ImmunizationWebEx/Teleconference Call on Thursday, July 27, 2006 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Pacific time. Attendees will learn about resources available to increase immunization screening and follow-up and to implement an effective patient and staff immunization program, earning 1 CEU. To find out more and register for the Immunization call, go to http://www.lumetra.com/events/index.aspx?cid=41.
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PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Lumetra Designated Patient Safety Organization Certified by Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
SAN FRANCISCO, February 10, 2009 — Lumetra, an independent nonprofit organization, has been designated a Patient Safety Organizations (PSOs) by the federal Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), the health services research arm of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. As a PSO, Lumetra provides a secure environment to collect, aggregate, and analyze information regarding the quality and safety of care delivered in any healthcare setting. With this certification, Lumetra is poised to further extend its national reach in providing evidence-based solutions to improve the quality, safety, efficiency, and integrity of healthcare delivery across all settings.
“Patient safety makes good business sense,” says Dr. Linda Sawyer, Lumetra’s Chief Executive Officer. “Medical errors, adverse drug events, and hospital-acquired infections are among the most prevalent and preventable patient safety hazards, not only costing patient lives and affecting patient wellbeing, but also impacting productivity and costing hospitals and other providers billions of dollars each year. Organizations investing in patient safety decrease costs, improve clinical quality indicators, increase workflow efficiencies, and avoid exposure to malpractice litigation. In addition to saving lives, this formula puts them in a unique strategic business position to contain costs and win market share in an increasingly competitive healthcare industry.”
According to Jenna Fischer, Lumetra’s Director of Patient Safety, organizations working with Lumetra can report their patient safety events, near misses, and quality of care issues. Lumetra will perform “root cause analyses and recommend quality and systems improvements.” She continued, “The work product will be privileged and confidential.”
The Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Act of 2005 (PSQIA) created a system for the voluntary reporting of medical errors and “near misses” to promote the development of interventions and solutions that ensure patient safety. It authorized the creation of Patient Safety Organizations (PSOs) to reduce the incidence of events that adversely affect patients.
Lumetra has a long track record in patient safety initiatives, having worked collaboratively on the Patient Safety Event Taxonomy (PSET) a set of national standards for patient safety event reporting, as well as with more than 100 California hospitals to oversee quality improvement projects for the state’s Medicare recipients. These programs also included initiatives to reduce adverse drug events, surgical complications, and hospital-acquired infections. In 2008 Lumetra’s team of patient safety experts made a strong case for business safety in their analysis, “The Business Case for Patient Safety,” demonstrating the dramatic cost of patient safety violations and the benefits of investing in error-reduction initiatives, as well as findings on drug-to-drug interactions and potentially inappropriate medications and their impact on senior populations.
Lumetra is a non-profit, independent professional services organization that works with payer, provider, life science, and government clients to measurably improve healthcare quality while reducing costs through the innovative utilization of clinical expertise and analytic rigor combined with social marketing and cultural competency.