CA: UC’s research “paradise” draws ire of lawmakers
Contra Costa TimesPosted: April 14th, 2008 by Thomas L. Knapp
“The University of California has created a little-known South Pacific station it calls a research ‘paradise’ on what some travelers consider the most beautiful island in the world. Surrounded by clear waters white-sand beaches and covered by forests topped by jagged peaks, it’s ‘UC Berkeley’s best-kept secret,’ declares the Berkeley Science Review. Real estate agents call it ‘Fantasy Island.’ The problem is, critics say, UC has developed Gump Station on Moorea Island near Tahiti as a sweet deal for academic insiders while, at the same time, hiking already high tuition due to state budget deficits.” (04/13/08)
