Washington Sunday: After a rugged start, Ringgold rallies to earn WPIAL playoff berth Oct 28, 2007
The veteran coach is in his first year leading the Rams after being an assistant last season, reprising a role he had with the team nearly four decades ago before a coaching stint at Belle Vernon, his team's opponent this past Friday, among other schools, including California University of Pennsylvania. His experience has helped the Rams enjoy a productive season. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Media panel selects Vols to win league Oct 24, 2007
The Vols will play exhibition games against California University of Pennsylvania on Nov. 2 and Lincoln Memorial on Nov. 5, before opening the season Nov. 9 at home against Temple. Story created Oct 24, 2007 - 00:06:53 EDT.. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Saenz, Hernandez, Hillenbrand Free Agents Oct 15, 2007
Former Minor Leaguer Honored-- Randal Alan "Randy Wadsworth" will enter the California University of Pennsylvania Athletic Hall of Fame as and was labeled "the best athlete that ever played for me" by his former coach. Wadsworth, who played professionally in the Los Angeles Dodgers system, is humbled by the honor he will formally receive Oct. 19 at the 13th annual Hall of Fame ceremonies. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Fishing -- Land swap marks latest step to improve Youghiogheny River watershed Oct 14, 2007
The brookies were planted in 1999 through 2001 by California University of Pennsylvania biologist Bill Kimmel and his students, who used wild and stocked fish from nearby Little Dunbar Creek, the Yough Area Fisherman's Association and the Chestnut Ridge chapter's nursery, run in conjunction with the Fish Commission on the Yough. "Before sand treatment, the last known fish were in the 1960s," said Rob Ryder, a DEP water pollution biologist who was one of Kimmel's graduate students. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG West: Moon grad boosts RMU soccer team Oct 11, 2007
California University of Pennsylvania posted an impressive 38-12 win over IUP on Saturday, and West Allegheny graduate Dionte Henry capped the victory with an interception return of 72 yards for a touchdown with 50 seconds left in the game. Henry is a 5-11, 200-pound senior defensive back. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Rock advances to semifinals in Sunday's PSAC Individual Tennis Championships Oct 7, 2007
Blackburn would Defeat Nunic, 6-2, 6-2, assuring her a spot in Sunday's semifinal, where she will take on second seeded Helena VanEysendeyk, of California University of Pennsylvania. The Rock's also competed in Saturday's singles action. (Rockathletics.com)
Pittsburgh Colts head to playoffs unbeaten Oct 6, 2007
Quarterback Paul Leitner (Cornell High School, Robert Morris) threw 24 touchdown passes and Clint Alexander (Center, California University of Pennsylvania) led the team in receptions and yards. "All the goals we set were team goals, but we ended up with a lot of individual goals accomplished, too," Brosky said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG East: Defense key for Burrell boys' soccer team Oct 4, 2007
Kariotis, 24, is in his third year coaching Burrell after being hired right out of California University of Pennsylvania. He says his players understand his system of possession-style soccer. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Shifting gears Oct 2, 2007
Education: Bachelors degree in political science, California University of Pennsylvania; masters degree in management, Northern Indiana University ... Education: Bachelor's degree in political science, California University of Pennsylvania; master's degree in management, Northern Indiana University. (The Clarion-Ledger)
PG East: On Campus Sep 27, 2007
Hempfield Area graduate Amber Santavy, an outside hitter for the California University of Pennsylvania women's volleyball team, ranks third on the team in kills and digs. Santavy, a 5-foot-9 senior, has 123 kills in 44 games for an average of 2. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Events around the region mark the 9/11 anniversary Sep 11, 2007
California University of Pennsylvania is hosting two presentations by Dr. Stephen R. Covey in the Steele Hall auditorium. The first presentation, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. tonight, is titled "Strengthening Relationships: Community, Family and Friends" and follows a special student program at 6:30 p.m.. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Villanova Falls 5-2 to California University of Pennsylvania Sep 9, 2007
- The Villanova women's tennis team dropped their first match of the fall season to California University of Pennsylvania 5-2 on Friday afternoon at Villanova's West Campus Tennis Complex. The loss places the Wildcats at 0-1 so far this season, while the Vulcans jump to 1-0. (Villanova.com)
PG West: Three Geneva players inspire others as they deal with personal tragedy Sep 6, 2007
" DeMarco received another emergency phone call six days later. This time it was Forbes, a linebacker from Aliquippa who began his collegiate career at California University of Pennsylvania. "Will was driving on Route 68 after attending class," said DeMarco. "It was a snowy day and his car hit a tractor trailer head on. He was thrown 30 feet from his car. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Sunday North: Outbreak of 'mono' slows Knoch girls' volleyball team Sep 2, 2007
Geist feels the mono outbreak occurred when 19 members of her squad attended a summer team camp at California University of Pennsylvania last month. "We have 32 girls on the team, including 13 freshmen," said Geist. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Washington Sunday: Vulcans linebacker Burns puts opponents' problems in a sack Sep 2, 2007
California University of Pennsylvania football coach John Luckhardt added a dime package to his defensive scheme for the Vulcans' opener against East Stroudsburg and it paid huge dividends. The Vulcans recorded nine sacks, intercepted two passes, and held the Warriors to minus-38 yards rushing and 53 yards total offense. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
SUNDAY NORTH: Districtplayers are Rock solid Aug 26, 2007
California University of Pennsylvania has shared the title the past two years and is favored again. Both games will be at home. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Deaner named senior captain Aug 25, 2007
Stoystown native Lindsey Deaner has been named a senior captain of the California University of Pennsylvania women's soccer team for the 2007 season. Deaner, a North Star High School graduate, has five career goals and one assist. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Mackin, Canada Win Gold Medal at Universiade Aug 22, 2007
Up next was pinch hitter Megan Timph (California University of Pennsylvania) who singled. That was followed by an RBI single from Melanie Mathews. (Gobulldogs.com)
Made in England, home brims with heirlooms and hardwood Aug 18, 2007
But it perfectly fits this amiable minister and his wife, Dorothy, a retired education professor at California University of Pennsylvania. With their three children grown, its 9,700 square feet spread over four levels can seem like an endless maze of English walnut woodwork, antique furniture and heirloom artwork and bric-a-brac. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Former Cal U. student pleads guilty to making pipe bombs Aug 17, 2007
Friday 17 August, 2007. Michael Blattner, 19, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court on Wednesday to one count of manufacturing a destructive device. (NEPA News, PA)
Former Quaker has line on success at California Aug 16, 2007
Maybe the head football coach at California University of Pennsylvania is a bit prejudiced, but he's been around a lot of good players in a long, storied career. Of course, it's high praise for somebody who has only played that position for one year. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Sisters share careers, home Aug 13, 2007
After graduating from two years of college at California University of Pennsylvania, which had been known as the California Normal School at that time, they became teachers. Kreger borrowed money from their parents to attend college. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
WASHINGTON SUNDAY: McCutcheon leads Vulcans' forward wall Aug 12, 2007
Maybe the head football coach at California University of Pennsylvania is a bit prejudiced, but he's been around a lot of good football players in a long and storied career. Of course, it's high praise for somebody who has only played the position one year. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
NEW PATAPSCO A.D. SEES PITTSBURGH IN DUNDALK AREA Aug 3, 2007
But, being a track guy he ran cross country and track in high school and at California University of Pennsylvania McGuinness looks forward to helping revitalize the Patriot track program. He brought in a new boys coach, Jeff Tolson, who won a state title with Digital Harbor a few years ago. (Dundalk Eagle, MD)
Former Pa. college student sentenced in weapons-to-Canada case Jul 28, 2007
Baffoe-Bonnie, a former student and football player at California University of Pennsylvania, was in the country on a student visa and could not legally buy the guns. Baffoe-Bonnie apologized in federal court. (NEPA News, PA)
His American dream shattered by gun conviction Jul 28, 2007
The Toronto native received a scholarship to California University of Pennsylvania to play football. But in December, with Mr. Baffoe-Bonnie just days away from graduating with his bachelor's degree, his hard work and driving ambitions crashed down around him. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG North: Foreman pretty much does it all for St. Johns Lambros team Jul 27, 2007
" Through the weekend, Foreman was leading St. Johns in batting average (.446) and was third in RBIs (20). A former California University of Pennsylvania standout and Wild Things player, Foreman has been a fixture at third base and the No. 3 spot over the past few seasons for the Saints, a Fed League powerhouse. "Whatever's best for the team," Foreman said. "[McCarthy] basically sets me get free. Even at 3-and-0, I have the green light if I want it. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Four western Pa. schools get Getty Foundation preservation grant Jul 22, 2007
Seton Hill University, Washington rson College, Indiana University of Pennsylvania and California University of Pennsylvania will each contribute 10,000 of their own money to studies that will begin later this month and be completed in March 2009. Arthur P. Ziegler Jr., president of the Pittsburgh History arks Foundation, said the institutions will get a complete analysis of their historic buildings, a plan for future maintenance and recommendations for restoration and landscaping. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Jerry Salandro to Speak at Western PA Leadership Conference Jul 15, 2007
Mr. Salandro is a graduate of California University of Pennsylvania and Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where he received his Master's Degree in Education. He has received the Business Person of the Year Award from the Westmoreland Economic Development Corporation, the Distinguished Alumni Award from California University of Pennsylvania, and the Business Ethics Award from the American Business Ethics Association. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
WASHINGTON SUNDAY: California hoping to make a playoff pitch Jul 15, 2007
"It's been a season of streaks," said Encapera, a California Area High School and California University of Pennsylvania alum who started the team last season. "We need to be more consistent. We've been in every game we've lost. Hopefully, this week we can hit our way out of it and pitch our way out of it.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG Washington Sunday: Vulcans golfer finds putter switch helps Jul 8, 2007
He will be a junior at California University of Pennsylvania in the next semester after completing his sophomore season on a high note. He won the 22nd annual Edward P. Zemprelli Collegiate Shootout at Hershey Country Club last month, earning $3,000 for his school's general scholarship fund with a 1-over par 71 to edge Clarion junior Justin Moose of North Huntingdon by one stroke. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Schreiber hones Jul 4, 2007
Schreiber, a Greencastle-Antrim graduate who just completed his sophomore season at California University of Pennsylvania, is spending the summer playing in an elite college baseball summer league in northern Virginia. Schreiber is a pitcher for the Fairfax Nationals of the Clark C. Griffith Collegiate Baseball League. (Waynesboro Record Herald, PA)
Reunion set for school's students Jul 3, 2007
Both sisters studied for two years at California University of Pennsylvania, which was called California Normal School at the time. Kreger began teaching in 1935 and spent at least 10 years of her career teaching in one-room schools. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
PG EAST: A change in equipment helps Penn-Trafford graduate Lodovico enhance his short game Jun 28, 2007
He will be a junior at California University of Pennsylvania in the next semester after completing his sophomore season on a high note. He won the 22nd annual Edward P. Zemprelli Collegiate Shootout at Hershey Country Club on June 6, earning $3,000 for his school's general scholarship fund with a 1-over par 71 to edge Clarion junior Justin Moose of North Huntingdon by one stroke. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Bobcats announce offensive coordinator Jun 14, 2007
Before returning for his second stint on the Drake coaching staff in 2004, he coached quarterbacks and coordinated the California University of Pennsylvania offense in 2002 and 03. Before that, he was a graduate assistant at Iowa State (2001) and Oklahoma State (2000). (Montana Standard, MT)
PG West: Rochester's Moye knows all about Big 33 Jun 14, 2007
To get ready for workouts this week, Moye practiced running pass routes against his brother, who will be a senior defensive back at California University of Pennsylvania in the fall. Moye is in shape since he just concluded his high school track career May 26. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG North: North Catholic grad finds spot on Wild Things staff Jun 14, 2007
Heisel, 25, a North Catholic High School graduate who played at California University of Pennsylvania, put up some impressive numbers with the Pirates' affiliates at Williamsport (Pa. and Lynchburg (Va. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG East: Valley softball builds on success for PIAA run Jun 7, 2007
History will show that Valley defeated Washington, 2-0, to win the WPIAL Class AA softball championship last Thursday at California University of Pennsylvania. But the Vikings players believe the team might have won the title several days prior, when they were able to beat South Allegheny in the second round of the playoffs. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG West: Blackhawk's junior shortstop provides steady play Jun 7, 2007
Mike Conte, the baseball coach at California University of Pennsylvania, might be getting a call from Bob Amalia one of these days. Amalia, the coach at Blackhawk High School, might start the conversation by saying, "Mike, I've got another good one for you.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG South: Elizabeth Forward, Belle Vernon meet for softball title May 31, 2007
The Warriors will face neighboring rival Belle Vernon (18-5) in the title game at 5 p.m. today at California University of Pennsylvania. It is the fourth time they'll play this year; the previous three games were all 1-run decisions. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG South: City softball champ Brashear making its Point May 31, 2007
That game will be contested at 7 tonight at California University of Pennsylvania. Nusser is a member of the Brashear class of 2007, which has been to the championship-game in every season of their varsity careers. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Washington Sunday: America thrives on competition May 27, 2007
Cardine then plans to attend California University of Pennsylvania in the fall. She knows Roger Kingdom, the track coach at California, and wouldn't mind competing for the Vulcans. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Washington Sunday: Vulcans earn PSAC baseball honors May 27, 2007
The California University of Pennsylvania baseball team set a school record with 36 victories this season, but the Vulcans ended their record-breaking season with three consecutive losses. California (36-17) made its first trip to the NCAA Division II tournament since 1983, with an appearance in the North Atlantic Regional tournament May 17-18. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Sports Briefs: Predators sold to Balsillie May 24, 2007
California University of Pennsylvania tight end D'Monn Baker was selected for Team USA, which will play in the World Championships of American Football July 7-15 in Japan. The family of slain Miami Hurricanes player Bryan Pata will get $2 million from the insurance companies of the apartment complex where he was murdered Nov. 7. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Addlery awaiting his opportunity (John Haydon) May 23, 2007
"I like players who are hungry with desire like that." Addlery, who has a green card, played for Division II California University of Pennsylvania from 1999 to 2002, scoring 52 goals in 75 games for the Vulcans. While he struggles to get back onto United's first team, Addlery played the full 90 minutes in the D.C. United reserves' scoreless tie with Toronto FC reserves Sunday and leads the United reserve team with two goals. (Washington Times, DC)
Washington Sunday: Belle Vernon Area comes on strong, awaiting softball playoffs May 13, 2007
The Leopards will open postseason play tomorrow against West Allegheny (11-7) at California University of Pennsylvania at 4 p.m.. $158,900 $237 $264,900 $169,900 $186,000. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
UWF women headed to national title match May 12, 2007
The Argos started Friday by completing a 5-1 quarterfinal victory against California University of Pennsylvania. The match was suspended Thursday due to inclement weather. (Pensacola News Journal)
Cal U. student surrenders in shooting of fellow student May 8, 2007
Tuesday 08 May, 2007. Vikram Yamba, 22, of Turtle Creek, was arraigned on charges of attempted homicide, aggravated assault and simple assault. (NEPA News, PA)
Muddle on how to value Advanced Placement tests May 7, 2007
A score of 3 on the test is enough for college credit at some schools, such as California University of Pennsylvania, West Virginia University and Robert Morris University. However, it won't result in any credit at some others, including Allegheny College, Carlow University, Carnegie Mellon University and Chatham University. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Somerset sophomore is active in politics May 6, 2007
The day before her trip to Spain, Hannah participated in the Science Olympiad competition at the California University of Pennsylvania. She placed third in the category of food science. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
California University student shot in bar May 6, 2007
An argument between two criminal-justice majors at California University of Pennsylvania ended in gunfire early yesterday when one wounded the other in a packed bar near campus. More than 100 patrons, most of them California students, were inside McMonagle's Bar just before 2 a.m., when, police said, Vikram Yamba, 22, of Turtle Creek, pulled a handgun from his pocket and shot Marc Morris, of Elizabeth, in the leg. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Cal. U. student wounded in bar shooting May 6, 2007
A California University of Pennsylvania student shot another student early today in a bar near campus packed with young people. More than 100 patrons were inside McMonagles Bar on Union Street, half a dozen blocks from the state university campus, when gunfire rang out just before 2 a.m.. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Former Cal U. student guilty in weapons-to-Canada case Apr 27, 2007
Baffoe-Bonnie, a former student and football player at California University of Pennsylvania, was in the country on a student visa and could not illegally buy the guns. He pleaded guilty to conspiracy and possession of a firearm by an alien, but acknowledged responsibility for the other 12 charges filed against him. (NEPA News, PA)
Marathon Man Apr 27, 2007
The 2002 California University of Pennsylvania graduate, who has a bachelor's degree in wildlife and fisheries biology, said he decided to run the Boston Marathon because he enjoys a challenge. "I have a competitive nature to me and I like to challenge myself in that way," he said. (Solanco Sun Ledger, PA)
PG EAST: NCAC cites Woodland Hills grad Apr 26, 2007
Plum High School graduate Alex Lefcakis is a starter on the California University of Pennsylvania baseball team. Lefcakis, a junior outfielder and designated hitter, leads the team with 11 doubles and 28 runs batted in. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Washington Sunday: New Ringgold coach has open-door policy Apr 15, 2007
Petrucci, who will retire in May from his job on the faculty at California University of Pennsylvania, is well aware there is room for improvement ... " It is a "vested interest" in Ringgold football that dates back to 1969 for Petrucci, who started his career as an assistant coach with the Rams. He has credentials few in this country can boast -- Petrucci was the quarterbacks coach for a player who would eventually become a Hall of Fame quarterback, as he coached the position when Joe Montana... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Washington Sunday: Vulcans battling for first in West Apr 15, 2007
The California University of Pennsylvania baseball team is closing in on another Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference Western Division title. The Vulcans have won or shared the title four of the past six years under coach Mike Conte and are currently tied for first place. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PA Game Commission Recognized By Trout Unlimited Apr 7, 2007
Watershed monitoring done by the Environmental Studies program at California University of Pennsylvania identified no fish or insect life in Glade Run before Chestnut Ridge began its reclamation efforts in 1999. With funds raised at its annual banquet, grants from the Western Pennsylvania Coalition for Abandoned Mine Reclamation and from Growing Greener, Chestnut Ridge TU has placed more than 2,000 tons of alkaline sand at three treatment sites on the Glade Run headwaters to neutralize acid mine... (PR Newswire)
Q and A: The Slant Apr 5, 2007
Zedonek is a student at California University of Pennsylvania. The other members are Andre Costello, a student at Capital University, Mike Kamper, a student at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, and Zach Dow, a student at Bloomsburg. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Big Macs facing difficult section Apr 1, 2007
Mandich is a graduate of Immaculate Conception High School and California University of Pennsylvania. He teaches Alternative Education at the Phase 4 Learning Center. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG EAST: Schenley graduate honored Mar 22, 2007
Nowakowski, a 6-foot-2 junior forward, led California University of Pennsylvania to a 21-9 record and a second-place finish in the PSAC Western Division. For the second consecutive year, Nowakowski led the Vulcans in scoring (16. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Daniel Taylor Named Strength and Conditioning Coach at Siena College Mar 20, 2007
In 2006, Taylor received his Masters of Science in Exercise Science and Performance Enhancement from the California University of Pennsylvania, where he graduated summa cum laude. Taylor currently resides in Scotia. (Sienasaints.com)
Whiting selected for Division II All-Star Game Mar 17, 2007
-more- West All-Star Team Luke Anderson, Minnesota State University, Mankato Eric Babers, Southeastern Oklahoma State University Dustin Bremerman, Seattle Pacific University Kevin Johnson, Humboldt State University Dusty Jura, University of Nebraska at Kearney Damien Lolar, West Texas Aersity Frank Phillips, University of Findlay Ricky Volcy, Northern Michigan University , Chaminade University Steven Wright, Northern Kentucky University Bill Brown (coach), California University of Pennsylvania.... (Goswords.com)
UMES NAMES DON METIL HEAD WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL COACH Feb 22, 2007
He is a 1996 graduate of California University of Pennsylvania and holds a degree in secondary education and sports medicine. He is a certified athletic trainer and holds a Master's degree from Loyola College (Md. (Umeshawks.com)
Teachers changed their lives Feb 14, 2007
I began attending California University of Pennsylvania in the fall of 1986. My first semester I earned a 3. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)