Class of 2019 for Princeton University

Princeton University has officially sent out their first round of acceptance letters to the Class of 2019. Of the 3,850 applicants 767 high school seniors we’re sent letters on December 15th. Of the students accepted, 41 percent are U.S. students from diverse backgrounds and 11 percent are international students. 47 percent of the admitted students are women. The students represent 33 countries and 45 states, plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Sixty percent of the admitted students were public school students, and 10 percent are the first in their families to attend college. Fifteen percent of the admitted students are the children of Princeton alumni. About 21 percent of the students are looking to study engineering at Princeton. Regular decision candidates have a deadline of January 1st 2015 and will receive their notification mail in late March.  

Rob Ughetta is an alums of Princeton University

Grey Muzzles Hospice for Senior Dogs

Rob Ughetta has started a campaign to aid The Grey Muzzles in giving senior dogs in shelters hospice care.  The organization aims to improve the lives of senior dogs in shelters.  They provide funds for adoptions, hospice care, as well as medical screenings for these dogs.  Grey Muzzles helps out shelters  all over the country from California, Alaska and even North Carolina.

There are many ways to help Grey Muzzles by contributing to fundraising efforts like here.  Volunteering, Donating supplies like beds for the dogs, or donating to the other efforts Grey Muzzles does year round.  

Young Boy Creates Technology for Alzheimer's Patients

A young boy by the name of Kenneth Shinozuka has created new technology to keep Alzheimer's Patients safe when their nurses may not be able to pay close attention.  There are an estimated five million Americans with Alzheimer’s and about sixty percent of them wander off and become lost.  

Shinozuke’s desire to help those suffering from Alzheimer’s stems from the love of his grandfather.  When Kenneth was just a boy his grandfather, Deming,  was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and continues to lose his memories. He has even lost the ability to feed himself and walk on his own.  Deming lives with Kenneth’s aunt and taking care of her father has become very difficult.  Deming will often wander out of bed late at night and has even wandered on to busy highways.  In just 6 months of testing the “Safe Wander” on his grandfather’s sock it detected 437 cases of wandering without a false alarm.

The gadget is about the size of a lima bean that attaches to the patient’s sock.  A pressure sensor what sits on the bottom of the foot activates when an increase of pressure is added.  Then the device will send an alert to a smartphone.  

Shinozuke won a $50,000 prize from Scientific American Magazine for their “Science in Action.”  Kenneth will also compete in the Google Science Fair in September and dreams of becoming a neuroscientist and specializing in engineering and computer science to attempt to cure Alzheimer’s.

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Rob Ughetta is a supporter of the Alzheimer’s Association.

Princeton University Chooses Class Day Speaker

For Princeton University’s Class Day Ceremony held on June 1, 2015 the graduating class chose Christopher Nolan to deliver the keynote speech.  This ceremony highlights the achievements of many students throughout the year as well as a way for the graduating class to reflect on their journey.  

"Nolan, more than a film producer, is a thinker and visionary in our age and we are thrilled to have him deliver the keynote address, I admire Christopher Nolan's tireless commitment to making movies that are entertaining and innovative, but most importantly, meaningful." said Class Day co-chair Hanna Kim.

Nolan, is known for his work on movies such as Inception, The Prestige, Dark Knight trilogy, as well as the newly released Interstellar.   The class chose Nolan for his “unconventional story lines and his innovative filmmaking.”  He is looked at as a pioneer in film making.  The Class Day ceremony will be held on Cannon Green at 10:30 a.m.

Eye Test Predicts Alzheimer’s

Researchers may have a breakthrough in the detection of Alzheimer’s.  Tests show positive results of Alzheimer’s signs through a simple vision test.  Scientists are using special vision screening technology to test for signs of Alzheimer’s and can detect these signs potentially 15 to 20 years before the person is effected.  This technology test is based on the idea that the amyloid plaques that form in the brain and lead to Alzheimer’s can be seen in the back of the eye.  

Instead of scheduling an expensive PET scan and appointment which is the preferred method of Alzheimer’s detection doctors can utilize retinal image fluorescence photography.  participants can take curcumin an ingredient in turmeric that will make the plaque “light up” with a special fluorescent signature.  

If these tests are determined accurate this could make checking a patient for Alzheimer's or even tracking the progression of the disease quick, painless, and without any other medical complications to the patient.

Princeton University Launches Bike Rental Program

On November 21, 2014 as part of Princeton University’s $330 million Arts and Transit project they launched the university’s first bike rental program.  Residents, the university community and visitors can rent a bike for $20 for two hours and just two extra dollars for each additional hour.  The bike racks at Dinky train station holds 10 Zagster bikes with space for an additional 90 bikes for commuters.  The university hopes to expand the program into other parts of campus and eventually the into the town of Princeton.  

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Rob Ughetta attended Princeton University and is a member of the Class of ‘89 Reunion Committee.  

President Jimmy Carter to speak on new book at Princeton University

The 37th President of the United States will be visiting Princeton University December 3rd 2014 to talk about his recently published book, A Call to Action: Women, Religion, Violence and Power.  Copies of the book will be sold at the lecture and the former president will hold a signing following the lecture.   

In 1982, President Carter and his wife Rosyln founded The Carter Center, dedicated to continued peace and health worldwide.  Carter has penned many books and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.  

His most recent book, A Call to Action: Women, Religion, Violence and Power looks at the discrimination and abuse of women and girls.  Carter reflects on the acts of discrimination that extended to women all over the world he personally witnessed in his travels to over 145 different countries.  He also takes a look at the religious views on the superiority of men to women which is often used to justify the abuse of women and children in some countries.  

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Rob Ughetta attended Princeton University.

Safe Alliance Jingle Bell Bash

On December 6th 2014 Safe Alliance will hold their annual Jingle Bell Bash at the Wells Fargo Atrium in uptown Charlotte. The event includes drinks, dancing, live music, and a silent auction. The silent auction will have gifts for any family member.  Designer bags to signed sports memorabilia.  All the proceeds from the event go to supporting the programs and Services Safe Alliance gives to families impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse.  The funds raised by the bash this year will help with the $2 million operating costs to keep the shelters operating.  

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Rob Ughetta is a supporter of the Safe Alliance.

Malala Yousafzai shares World Children's Prize with Children in Gaza

On October, 29th 2014 Malala Yousafzai the young Pakistani girl was awarded the World Children’s Prize in Marienfred, Sweden.  She was recognized for her fight for children’s right to education as well as the rights of women in Pakistan.  Malala received about $50,000 for her fight and she has has announced all the money will be channelled through the United Nations to help rebuild about 65 schools in Gaza that were affected by the 50-day war the area saw.  

Malala is quoted as saying “without education, there will never be peace.”  Malala speaks out about the right to education for children all over the world.  Along with donating the money from the World Children’s Prize she has created The Malala Fund to also help make her dream possible.

Learn about The Malala Fund

Malala is a client of Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft, Rob Ughetta’s firm

Safe Alliance CEO Transition

On November 3rd, 2014 Safe Alliance Board of Directors announced that after four years of service, President and CEO, Phil Kline has retired.  

Safe Alliance Board President, Charles Page, praises Kline’s success, “Phil’s wealth of experience and ability to deliver strong results has catapulted Safe Alliance to a new level in terms of its financial stability and strong, innovative programs for the clients we serve. We will be forever grateful to Phil for his leadership and dedication not only to Safe Alliance but to the entire Charlotte community.”

Kline helped raise over 9 million dollars for constructive costs as well has opened the Clyde & Ethel Dickson Domestic Violence Shelter in Charlotte, NC.  Beginning the new year Karen Parker will take the role of CEO and President on Safe Alliance.  Parker will be the first female President and CEO in the organizations 105 year history.  

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Rob Ughetta and his wife give frequently to Safe Alliance.

#ThrowbackThursday Lake Placid Regatta 2009

In 2009 Rob Ughetta and his daughter won first place in the Lake Placid Regatta.  This event in Lake Placid, New York.  The race originally started in 1971 with four boats and a prize of Clamato juice.  The race is now used as a way for family and friends to get together on the lake one last time before summer ended. 

 This coming year will mark the 45th year the race has taken place.  Not only has Rob and his daughter won the Admiral James H Higgins III Award in 2009  but Rob and other members of the Ughetta family have also participated as commodores in previous years.  

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United Way Rebuilding Regions in India

Last month the cities of Kashmir and Jammu in India were hit by the most devastating floods and landslides the area has seen in 60 years.  These floods killed more than 281 people and left the main city of Srinagar in ruins, displacing over 230,000 people.  Along with the two main cities, around 400 other villages have also been affected by this disaster.  

United Way has set up a recovery fund for the people affected by what has been classified as a national-level calamity.  Donations from all over the world will support the recovery and rebuilding of the cities.   They will also aid in the improvement of education, financial stability and health care during the rebuilding period.   

How to give to United Way

Rob Ughetta is a supporter of United Way and gives money to the organization.

Charlotte Latin School

The Charlotte Latin School is a kindergarten through twelfth grade academic campus established in 1970 that serves around 1,400 students every year.  This school is independent, coeducational, non-sectarian, college preparatory, and fully accredited by the joint effort of Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Southern Association of Independent Schools, and by the North Carolina Department of Public Instructions.  Charlotte Latin is also a member of the National, Southern, and North Carolina Associations of Independent Schools.  

Rob Ughetta’s children attend Charlotte Latin School, and he and his wife have also donated to the schools funding.

Albany Law Mourns Loss of Professor David Siegel

On October 9th 2014, Albany Law announced the sad news that Professor David Siegel has passed away.  David Siegel was very well known for his knowledge of New York law.  Professor Siegel had been a member for Albany Law’s faculty for over four decades, he taught from 1972 until his retirement in 2007.  

Siegel received his B.A. from Brooklyn College and his J.D. from St. John’s University School of Law, and an LL.M. from New York University School of Law.  David Siegel penned many  textbooks and treatises including New York Practice, as well as New York Courts of Appeals Handbook. At Albany Law, Professor Siegel taught courses on New York Practice, conflicts and civil procedures and well as federal jurisdictions.    Along with teaching David Siegel also served several state legislative committees drafting such as New York City Court Act and the Uniform District Act.  

Rob Ughetta received his J.D., cum laude at Albany Law School of Union University.

SPIDER Starts Its Journey to Antartica

On September 25th, Princeton University announced they will be sending their SPIDER, a stratospheric spacecraft, to Antarctica.  The craft will spend 20 days orbiting the earth looking for early universe’s remnants.    On the journey SPIDER will be roughly 110,000 feet above the earth looking for pattern, or polarization of gravitational waves produced by the fluctuation of energy and density that resulted from the Big Bang.  SPIDER has been designed to characterize the shape of the “fingerprint” left behind.

The SPIDER team will beginning their journey to Antarctica in mid-October to unpack and settle the craft.  The day of the launch after a three hour ascent SPIDER will remain in contact with the researchers for about 24 hours.  SPIDER will say in orbit until early January when the researchers have about a week to locate the craft before the harsh winter hits.  

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Robert Ughetta is a graduate of Princeton University and is also a large contributor to the alumni association.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.  The Day of Unity was first observed in October of 1981 on the first Monday of the month, it was started by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence to bring together battered women advocated across the nation.  Safe Alliance want’s to bring awareness to the reality of domestic violence.  

Safe Alliance will hold it’s 4th Annual “Steps for Change” Domestic Violence Awareness walk on October 22 2014.  

“Participating in Steps for Change is a great way to take a public stand against domestic violence while also supporting our partners at Safe Alliance,” says Assistant District Attorney Jamie Adams, supervisor of the DA’s Domestic Violence Team and organizer of Steps for Change. “Because the awareness walk will be held in uptown Charlotte this year, we’ll be more visible than ever, giving us the opportunity to make a significant impact and get more people talking about a critical issue that affects families here in Mecklenburg County every day.”

The walk will be held in a new location this year at “The Square” in uptown Charlotte.  The event will begin at the intersection of Trade and Tryon at 11AM and end at 1PM.  Registration for Steps For Change is $10 and all proceeds benefit Safe Alliance’s Clyde and Ethel Dickson Domestic Violence Shelter.  

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Rob Ughetta and his wife give money to Safe Alliance every year.  

Cadwalader Client, Malala Yousafzai Wins Nobel Peace Prize

October 10th, 2014, Malala Yousafzai, a pro bono client of Rob Ughetta’s firm Cadwalader was presented with the Nobel Peace Prize at age 17.  She is the youngest recipient of this prestigious recognition.  She was chosen because of her courageous advocacy of girls’ rights to education.  Cadwalader also helped her create The Malala Fund, which looks to empower girls all over the world through education.  

Malala began speaking out for women’s rights at ages 11, writing for BBC to create awareness of life under Taliban occupation.  She created a blog under the pseudonym Gul Makai, referencing a heroine in a local folklore.  At age 15, Malala was shot in the head by a Taliban gunman and hospitalized for her injuries. While in the hospital Malala met with Cadwalader to help her create the Malala Fund at Vital Voice.  The Malala Fund creates awareness to gender inequality around the world and is Malala’s vision to speak out about girl’s issues in the global community, advocate for higher quality education for women, and to invest in community centers that provide quality educations.  Malala Fund has helped communities in Pakistan, Nigeria, Jordan and Kenya to create a better learning environments for not only girls but all children in the areas.   

His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama to give public talk at Princeton University

On September 9th, Princeton University announced that October 28th 2014 they will be hosting His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama to address students as well as the community about kindness, compassion, and intellect.  In his talks the Dalai Lama will stress the importance of developing these attributes in an academic environment.

His Holiness will be addressing a small group of students and faculty during an afternoon conversation engaging participants to discuss the school's informal motto “In the Nation’s Services and in the Services of all Nations.”

The Dalai Lama is believed to be an enlightened being who takes rebirth instead on nirvana to serve humanity, to embody the compassion of all Buddhas and to be the patron.   His holiness goes through years of training, learning subjects such as logic, Tibetan art and culture, Sanskrit, metaphysics, and the perfection of wisdom.  

The Dalai Lama now travels all over the world teaching and giving talks. He speaks about topics such as Buddhism, Compassion, World Peace, and Religious Harmony.  

The talk at Princeton will be free to the public and is titled “Develop the Heart”, it will be held in Jadwin Gymnasium at 9:30 am.  

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Rob Ughetta attended Princeton University for his undergrad program, and is a contributor to the 1989 Alumni Committee.

Safe Alliance Fighting for Women with Fashion

Safe Alliance, an organization Rob Ughetta and his wife donate frequently to, will be hosting their 4th annual Fighting for Women with Fashion “Fall Presentation” by Nordstrom on October 7th.  The show will be held at the Foundation for the Carolinas location.  

This popular event showcases local doctors and lawyers working the runway as models.  These women will be wearing Nordstrom’s latest styles for fall.  All proceeds from the fashion show will go to the development of a health clinic at the Clyde & Ethel Dickenson Violence Center.  Safe Alliance believes having an on-site health center will tremendously cut down on Urgent Care and Emergency Room visits for the women and children.

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Cadwalader Named 2014 Americas Derivatives Law Firm of the Year

On September 19th 2014, Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP  was honored with the title of Americas Derivatives Law Firm of the Year the award was presented by GlobalCapital, one of the leading financial news and data providers at the beautiful Landmark Hotel in London.  

Cadwalader was recognized for their innovation, global market impact, unique approach, as well as positive client feedback.  This is Cadwalader's second consecutive year winning the Americas Derivatives Law Firm of the Year award.  Cadwalader was up against names like Allen & Overy, Clifford Chance, Linklaters, and Morrison & Foerster for the award this year.

Also celebrated was the firm’s very own Ray Shirazi who was recognized as Derivatives Lawyer of the Year.

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Rob Ughetta is a member of Cadwalader’s North Carolina and New York City offices.

Safe Alliance's Lotus Society

Just under a year ago, Safe Alliance established the Lotus Society, a society that recognizes donors who make leadership gifts to the organization.

Safe Alliance provides support to victims of domestic and sexual assault and child abuse. Their mission is to provide hope and healing to those in crisis.

“Gifts from our top philanthropic donors allow Safe Alliance to operate in a sustainable manner,” said John Tighe, Chairman of the Safe Alliance Board of Directors.  “This enables us to provide critical domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse and trauma services throughout Charlotte-Mecklenburg, Lake Norman, Union County and Cabarrus County.”

“When you give to Safe Alliance,” said John, “you are taking an active role in positively changing the lives of thousands throughout our region.  You join a group of individuals who are dedicated to building safer and more peaceful communities.”

Rob and his wife are proud members of the Lotus Society as supporters of Safe Alliance. 

Cadwalader Attorneys, Practices Recognized in 2015 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America

"Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP, a leading counselor to global financial institutions and corporations, has been recognized in the 2015 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, with 43 lawyers across 29 practice areas featured in the guide. Inclusion in the publication is based on a peer-review process in which approximately 50,000 leading attorneys cast nearly five million votes on the legal abilities of other lawyers in their practice areas.

Cadwalader attorneys were chosen as leaders in the areas of Administrative/Regulatory, Antitrust, Antitrust Litigation, Banking and Finance, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization, Bankruptcy Litigation, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Corporate, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Derivatives and Futures, Employee Benefits-ERISA, Equipment Finance, Financial Services Regulation, Health Care, Intellectual Property Litigation, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity, Mergers and Acquisitions, Mergers and Acquisitions Litigation, Patent Law, Patent Litigation, Real Estate, Real Estate Litigation, Securities/Capital Markets, Securities Litigation, Securities Regulation, Securitization and Structured Finance, Tax, and Trusts and Estates.

The publication also named Steven Lofchie, co-chair of Cadwalader’s Financial Services Group, its 2015 Lawyer of the Year for Securities Regulation in New York, a recognition awarded to only one lawyer per practice and metropolitan area."

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Princeton Reunion Highlight Video

Check out the highlight video from this year's Princeton Reunions!

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Global Competition Review: Cadwalader a recommended firm

"In its 2014 Brussels review, Global Competition Review touts Cadwalader as a “Recommended” firm, and references “accolades from across the Brussels bar” for Alec Burnside, head of Cadwalader’s Brussels competition team. The publication reports that “the charismatic Burnside has undoubtedly been at the heart of some of the most striking and significant matters over the past year. Foremost among these is his representation of Aer Lingus in its bitter struggle with Ryanair."

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Cadwalader Recognized as Best Securitization Law Firm by GlobalCapital

"Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP, a leading counselor to global financial institutions and corporations, was named Best Securitization Law Firm at the GlobalCapitalSecuritization Milestones Dinner, held last night at the Broad Street Ballroom in New York City.

The award winners were selected via market-wide polls and based on the GlobalCapital2013 year-end league tables.

Since 1985, Cadwalader has facilitated the issuance of billions of dollars of asset-backed securities. The firm advises banks, insurance companies and other financial institutions in developing and structuring new products in Europe, Asia and Latin America."

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Flo Rida Surprises Princeton Reunions

The hip hop artist Flo Rida performed in the tent of the 25th reunion at Whitman College. The Class of 1989 opened up the concert to the rest of the reunions as well. 

From the Daily Princetonian:

"The decision to open up the concert was a “class decision,” according to a source familiar with the situation.
Multiple members of the Class of 1989 told The Daily Princetonian earlier on Thursday evening that Flo Rida was expected to perform.
The concert took place on early in the Reunions schedule, on a day when most attendees have yet to arrive on campus. Entertainment chair for the 25th reunion Stephen Consentino ’89 explained that this was due to the artist’s schedule, who was unavailable any other day."

Bon Jovi and the Beach Boys have previously performed at Princeton 25th reunions. Rob Ughetta is a member of the Class of 1989 and is heavily involved with the Princeton '89 Committee.