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San Francisco Chronicle
29-05-2025
- Business
- San Francisco Chronicle
Bay Area university agrees to sell campus to UC after Stanford deal falls through
In a quick pivot, Notre Dame de Namur University on the San Francisco Peninsula has agreed to sell its 46-acre campus and surrounding property to the investment arm of the University of California, officials said. The private Catholic university will lease back its Belmont campus for up to five years under the deal, which was announced Tuesday — just months after a similar deal with Stanford University fell through. That sale would have relocated some Stanford programs from Palo Alto 13 miles north to a campus to be renamed Stanford Belmont, and thus required the eventual relocation of 400 students, faculty and staff at Notre Dame de Namur, which has operated for 102 years in the hills along Ralston Avenue. That deal, an exclusive option to purchase, was canceled in February by Stanford, which cited a longer-than-expected timeline as well as an era of new 'uncertainties' for research universities involving 'a different set of institutional and financial challenges.' The replacement deal, brought about by a cold call from UC Investments to NDNU President Beth Martin just days after Stanford canceled, will allow Notre Dame to remain where it is while it figures out its future, Martin said. No financial terms of sale were announced. The purchase and sale agreement has been signed by both parties and approved by both the Board of Trustees and the Sisters of Notre Dame East-West Province Leadership team. It must still be approved by the Congregational Leadership Team, an international body, the Archbishop of San Francisco, and finally the Vatican in Rome. As part of the sale, UC Investments, which manages the UC's investment portfolio and is separate from the campus system, has agreed to renovate both the Ralston Mansion and the Carriage House, two campus buildings that are on the National Register of Historic Places. UC will also take over ownership of Water Dog Lake, a 50-acre preserve of hiking trails and a stocked fishing lake that is operated as a park by the city of Belmont under a 50-year lease that has 40 years remaining. That arrangement will continue. The preserve, which was not included in the Stanford deal, brings the total property to 96.5 acres. 'We are delighted that we have this deal, partly because UC Investments is very supportive of our mission and our legacy,' said Martin, who has spent four years trying to figure out the future of Notre Dame. The university had 1,600 students as recently as 10 years ago, but enrollment declined precipitously when the undergraduate program ended in 2021. It is now primarily a graduate program of around 300 students with additional courses for adults returning to complete their undergraduate degree. Martin told the Chronicle on Wednesday that the NDNU campus, in a hilly location, is too spread out with too many buildings — 25 — for the size of its operations. The Board of Trustees has been actively pursuing relocation to a new site in San Mateo County. Martin said the school needs only about 25,000 square feet, or about the size of one floor of an office building. 'UC Investments moved quickly to explore this unique investment opportunity close to the heart of Silicon Valley,' said Jagdeep Singh Bachher, the University of California's chief investment officer. 'Centennial investing is one of our 10 investment pillars, and we're convinced this long-term asset will greatly benefit UC, Notre Dame de Namur University, and the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur for at least the next 100 years.' Martin expects the UC deal to close this summer, with no noticeable change on campus for students who arrive for the fall semester. The campus is usually quiet when students arrive around 4 p.m. for evening courses, Martin said. In August, the last remaining vestige of on-campus student housing will close for good. There are no sports or theater productions, but evening speaker events will continue. 'With five years, we have the right amount of time to find just the right atmosphere for our students, staff and faculty,' said Martin. 'We want to continue the legacy of NDNU for another 100 years.'
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Notre Dame de Namur University Announces Sale Agreement of Nearly 100 Acres of Property to UC Investments (University of California)
Belmont, CA, May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU), a private Catholic institution with a 174-year legacy of education and service, and UC Investments, the investment arm of the University of California system, today announced the pending sale of 96.5 acres of NDNU property, which includes the historic Belmont campus and Water Dog Lake. The transaction will ensure that the beloved Belmont campus and its legacy will continue to serve the region through a long-term investment strategy aligned with both institutions' missions. Once the transaction closes, UC Investments will lease the existing campus facilities back to NDNU for up to five years, allowing the university to continue in-person instruction while planning its next phase of its campus location. Additionally, UC Investments has committed to renovating two architectural and historical treasures on the property—Ralston Mansion and Carriage House, both listed as National and California registered Historic Landmarks. As part of the sales agreement, Water Dog Lake, the largest parkland in Belmont, will remain leased to the city of Belmont. The 50.5-acre preserve includes popular hiking trails and a stocked fishing lake which will continue to be a place for the community to enjoy. 'We are delighted to have found in UC Investments a responsible and mission-aligned steward for our beautiful and historically significant campus property,' said Beth Martin, Ph.D., president of Notre Dame de Namur University. 'This agreement ensures continuity for our students and honors the vision of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, who have been the foundation of our presence and purpose in Belmont since 1923.' 'UC Investments moved quickly to explore this unique investment opportunity close to the heart of Silicon Valley,' said Jagdeep Singh Bachher, the University of California's chief investment officer. 'Centennial investing is one of our 10 investment pillars, and we're convinced this long-term asset will greatly benefit UC, Notre Dame de Namur University, and the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur for at least the next 100 years.'Said UC President Michael V. Drake, M.D, 'Values and legacy are paramount to both UC and NDNU and this agreement between our two institutions represents a critical investment in the future of higher education in California. It's a rare opportunity that will benefit generations of students to come.' About Notre Dame de Namur University Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU) is a Catholic, not-for-profit, coeducational institution serving adult learners from diverse backgrounds. Established in 1851 by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, NDNU is the third-oldest college in California and the first authorized to grant women a baccalaureate degree. The university is WSCUC accredited and offers master's degrees in business, education, and psychology, undergraduate degree completion programs in business administration and psychology, along with teacher credential programs. NDNU maintains a strong commitment to academic excellence, social justice, and community engagement. For more information, visit CONTACT: Kurt Allen, Vice President, Marketing & Communications Notre Dame de Namur University 650-801-9011 pr@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Mint
26-05-2025
- Health
- Mint
SHOCKING: UK woman on family vacation in Turkey dies of ‘cardiac arrest'; coroners tell husband her heart is missing
A mysterious incident came to light in Turkey, where the heart of a British woman was allegedly removed from her chest cavity, according to media reports. The woman, identified as 28-year-old Beth Martin from Portsmouth, was on vacation in Turkey. She died on April 29 at Marmara University Hospital, a day after she was admitted. Beth, mother of two children, reportedly felt unwell on a flight from the United Kingdom to Turkey and initially dismissed it as food poisoning. However, within hours of arriving in Istanbul, she grew 'delirious', and was admitted to the hospital. After Beth's death, Turkish officials had initially suspected her husband, Luke, of poisoning her. After 'begging and pleading' with officials at the hospital, he was allowed into the morgue to say goodbye to his wife, according to a GoFundMe page set up by the family. However, he was able to have Beth's body flown back to the UK, where British coroners told him the shocking news that her heart was missing. Luke claimed that he was kept in the dark by the Turkish doctors about her condition. In a Facebook post, Luke wrote about suffering the 'deepest level of trauma' over how and why Beth died. 'It has been the worst and most traumatic week of my entire life, and to top it off.. I had to break the news to my babies that their mum is not coming home, it broke me,' he wrote. 'Even more so when I had to say goodbye to them so they could be brought home by family.' In a statement, the Turkish Health Ministry said Beth Martin died of 'cardiac arrest due to multiple organ failure'. It also claimed that she did not undergo any surgical procedure at the Marmara University Hospital. 'The patient was recorded in the hospital records as a 'forensic case' in line with the statement of Martin's wife that they may have been poisoned by a meal they ate in their country before the trip, and the initial findings,' the ministry said. A 'preliminary autopsy [without incision]' was performed at the hospital in 'accordance with the forensic case procedure', but the exact cause of death could not be determined, it added. The Turkish authorities have ordered an investigation into Beth Martin's death, and the Marmara University Hospital is under scrutiny.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
The haunting holiday: Mystery deepens after British woman dies during Turkish trip but returns without heart
A trip turned into a nightmarish mystery for a British family after 28-year-old Beth Martin, a mother of two, died suddenly in Turkey and returned home without her heart. Beth had only just touched down in Istanbul on April 27 when she began feeling unwell during her flight from the UK. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Brushing it off as food poisoning, she pressed on with her trip. But within hours of arriving, she reportedly became "delirious" and was rushed to Marmara University Pendik Education and Research Hospital. She died the following day, April 28. Turkish authorities say Martin suffered "cardiac arrest due to multiple organ failure," but have not provided any explanation for what triggered the rapid health deterioration. The situation took a bizarre turn when British coroners informed Beth's husband, Luke Martin, that her heart was missing from her chest when her body was repatriated. "It was the most unimaginable news. How does a hospital not know what happened to a patient's heart?" Luke told the Daily Mail, expressing disbelief and frustration with the Turkish authorities, who he claims were evasive and even initially suspected him of poisoning his wife. In response to mounting media scrutiny, Turkey's ministry of health issued a statement denying any wrongdoing. They claimed Beth had not undergone any surgical procedure and refuted reports that her heart had been removed. However, they did not address why her heart was allegedly missing when examined in the UK. Beth's family has also raised concerns that she may have been given penicillin despite being allergic to it, a potential oversight that could have triggered her organ failure. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now These questions, coupled with the lack of clarity from Turkish officials, have prompted an investigation into the hospital. The case now spans two countries, with British coroners expected to take up to six months to determine the official cause of death. Meanwhile, Beth's grieving family is left in limbo, demanding answers and accountability. "She was a healthy young mother who went on a holiday and never came back," said a family member. "We just want to know what really happened to Beth."
News18
26-05-2025
- Health
- News18
On Trip To Turkey, UK Woman Dies Of 'Cardiac Arrest', Autopsy Reveals Her Heart Is Missing
Last Updated: Beth Martin from England's Portsmouth died unexpectedly in Turkey. Her husband, who claims her heart was missing, is seeking answers from concerned Turkish authorities. A trip to Turkey turned into a nightmare after a 28-year-old woman from England passed away unexpectedly. What makes it more tragic is the claim of the woman's husband who alleges that her wife's heart was missing from her chest cavity. The deceased has been identified as Beth Martin of England's Portsmouth. She is said to have succumbed to an unexplained illness. The bereaved family is seeking answers after a post-mortem report revealed her heart was missing. According to media reports, Martin initially blamed food poisoning for her ill health. She became 'delirious" and was admitted to Marmara University Pendik Education and Research Hospital in Istanbul within hours of arriving in the city. The New York Post reported that the UK woman breathed her last the following day, on April 28. Meanwhile, the Turkish Health Ministry claimed Martin died of 'cardiac arrest due to multiple organ failure" but did not mention the detailed cause of demise. Beth's husband, Luke Martin, alleged Turkish officials were uncooperative and initially assumed she was poisoned by him. After successfully arranging to repatriate her to the UK, British coroners informed him that his wife's heart was missing. The devastated family reported possible medical incompetence, a poorly conducted probe, and horrible mismanagement by Turkish authorities. However, the Turkish authorities claimed the deceased 'did not undergo any surgical procedures" during the initial autopsy at the hospital where she passed away, disputing the British coroners' inferences. Her family doubts whether the medical staff at the Istanbul hospital gave her penicillin before realising she had a medication allergy. Further, her death is currently being probed. The couple along with their two young children, Elouise, 8, and Tommy, 5, left for a dream vacation to Turkey on April 27, only to experience a nightmare after Beth fell ill during the flight. Later, a GoFundMe page was created in the name of Beth with an aim of raising 250K pounds (approximately Rs 28 lakh). The NY Times report mentioned that the grieving family alleged the Turkish doctors hid the truth from them and that she was 'pinned down, poked and prodded invasively" before her death. They are still in shock wondering what might have transpired in her last hours. It would take nearly six months for British coroners to ascertain the cause behind Beth's sudden multiple organ to failure. Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published: May 26, 2025, 13:41 IST
