Final kick leads Tacoma Baptist to 2B track title May 25, 2008
- By passing three runners on the anchor leg of the 4x400 relay, Amber Finley and her Tacoma Baptist squad claimed the 2B girls' state track and field title on Saturday at Eastern Washington University. With defending champion Northwest Christian (Lacey) on its way to a comfortable victory in that event and the accompanying 10 points to finish the meet with 57, the senior knew that she had to pass runners to secure the points needed for the Crusaders to outlast the Navigators in the team... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Clingan moves on to regional semis May 21, 2008
DANVILLE Danville Area Community College sophomore center Mark Dunn had singed a national letter of intent with Eastern Washington University, an NCAA Division 1 school and member of the Big Sky Conference. The 6 8, 270 pound Dunn averaged 5. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Switching lanes May 21, 2008
Older daughter Lindsay is taking after her father: She will graduate from Eastern Washington University next month and is getting married in October. Scott and Sue Hill will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary on July 30. (Bozeman Daily Chronicle)
WESTERN FRONT: Freshman Sarah Porter born to run May 20, 2008
The many running trails in Bellingham were part of the reason why she chose to come to Western even though she came close to attending Eastern Washington University. Porter came to visit a friend at Western about one week before she had planned to commit to go to Eastern. (Wwuvikings.com)
Abercrombie Heads Back Down Under May 15, 2008
Abercrombie got 12 minutes in the regular season opener against Eastern Washington University, but went scoreless with four boards. Abercrombie got a season-high 19 minutes of playing time in the win over Mississippi Valley State, scoring three points and bringing down seven boards. (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)
- Gonzales announces candidacy May 12, 2008
Gonzales attended Eastern Washington University before enrolling in the Washington State Patrol Academy where he graduated in 1987. He is married to Lynda L. Gonzales, a teacher for the Burlington-Edison School District. (Anacortes Weekly, WA)
MSU track and field qualifies three at Tom Gage May 10, 2008
ANCHORAGE PLAYER Commits to EASTERN: The state of Alaska Player of the Year, Kevin Winford, has signed a letter of intent to attend Eastern Washington University and play for the Eagle men's basketball program, EWU head coach Kirk Earlywine has announced. Winford, a former high school teammate of Kansas point guard Mario Chalmers, is a 5-foot-11, 175-pound point guard from Bartlett High School in Anchorage, Alaska. (Bozeman Daily Chronicle)
Tony Snow taken to hospital... Apr 23, 2008
SPOKANE -- Former White House Press Secretary Tony Snow has canceled a public speaking engagement at Eastern Washington University because of an undisclosed illness. Snow, who was supposed to hold a public lecture at Eastern Tuesday afternoon as part of the Presidential Speaker Series, was taken to a local hospital around 9:30 a.m. for medical care. (The Drudge Report)
Diversified economy helps Spokane home prices hold up Apr 22, 2008
"Banks have tightened up their lending standards, and so it's harder for people who are on the edge to get loans," says Grant Forsyth, associate professor of economics at Eastern Washington University. Some families that have moved to Spokane for jobs have been unable to sell their homes in states such as California. (USA Today -- Money)
Garboden signs with San Francisco Apr 18, 2008
The World Link: Garboden signs with San Francisco. Garboden signs with San Francisco. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Yerty Completes UW Volleyball Staff Apr 16, 2008
Prior to Memphis, he served as the marketing director at Eastern Washington University for two years before being elevated to an assistant athletics director. He was in charge of marketing, fundraising, event management along with daily administrative planning and other functions. (Wyomingathletics.com)
The Cougar Lounge - Full Of Beans Apr 14, 2008
This is all the work of new Cougar head coach and his staff as they begin installing the framework of what will become the no-huddle offense that was so successful for them at Eastern Washington University over the years. It may not be an exact indicator of future football success on the Palouse there are many experienced faces missing now due to injury and academics as well as many new faces arriving in August that can alter the picture but it does appear to be a solid foundation of what... (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Bejar, Funk, Volcheff Post Top 10 Finishes Apr 13, 2008
- , and all had top 10 finishes at the 37th annual Pelluer Invitational Track and Field Meet hosted by Eastern Washington University. Volcheff finished seventh in the women's 5000 meters in 19:07. (Gozags.com)
Women's Tennis Rolls To Fifth Straight Apr 11, 2008
- The Gonzaga University women's tennis team won its fifth straight match Wednesday as the Zags shutout Eastern Washington University 7-0 in Cheney, Wash. With the win, the Bulldogs improve to 9-11, while the Eagles fell to 8-10. (Gozags.com)
On EWU Dean's List Apr 10, 2008
The following have been listed to Eastern Washington University Dean's List for Winter Quarter 2008. Kendra Philmon, Kelly Halvor-sen, Shoshannah Jordan, Katrina Baker and Amanda Van Geystel. (Grand Coulee Star, WA)
Track & Field Splits Squads for Meets in Los Angeles and Cheney Apr 10, 2008
the 37th Annual Pelluer Invitational at Woodward Field on the campus of Eastern Washington University will take place April 11. Cougar decathletes and , and heptathletes and Jalissa Williams will be competing in the meet at UCLA April 10-11. (Wsucougars.com)
Men's Tennis Falls To Eastern Washington Apr 10, 2008
- The Gonzaga University men's tennis team dropped a 7-0 decision to regional rival Eastern Washington University Wednesday night at the Spokane Racquet Club. and logged the lone GU (6-13) victory of the day as the duo combined for a 9-8 doubles victory over Eastern Washington's (13-7) Jonathan Davis and Pactick Millican at No. 2. (Gozags.com)
Bulldog Women's Golf Climbs Two Spots To 12th Apr 9, 2008
Eastern Washington University captured the team title with a 950 for a 3-shot advantage over the hosts. was the top Gonzaga finisher in a tie for 18th, shooting a final-round 79 for a 54-hole total of 234 over the 6,108-yard, par-72 Ocotillo Golf Resort layout. (Gozags.com)
Zags Set To Host Eagles At SRC Apr 9, 2008
- The Gonzaga University men's tennis team will host regional rival Eastern Washington University Wednesday at the Spokane Racquet Club at 6 p.m.. The Zags will be looking to improve on their 6-12 record, which includes going 3-1 when playing at the SRC in Spokane. (Gozags.com)
Suffecool, Sheffield Strong After 36 Holes Apr 8, 2008
Eastern Washington University and the University of Nevada are tied for the team lead at 611 for a 2-stroke advantage over the host Cowgirls heading into Tuesday's final 18 holes. Nevada set a tournament record with a 297 in the Monday's second round. (Gozags.com)
Women's Tennis Wins Fourth Straight Apr 6, 2008
The Bulldogs will return to the courts Thursday when they travel to Cheney to face Eastern Washington University. Gonzaga 7, LCSC 0 Doubles: Anderson/Kokurina def Chan/Smedley - 8-2 Mehndiratta/Farmer def Fong/Peck - 8-3 Humphrey/Lau def Crane/Gay - 8-0. (Gozags.com)
Bomb threat prompts evacuation of E. Wash. University library Apr 5, 2008
- Two bomb-sniffing dogs from Fairchild Air Force Base and campus police found no bombs in the Eastern Washington University library. EWU spokesman George Meany says the library was evacuated of about 150 people about 4:30 p.m. on Friday after an employee found a bomb threat written on a bathroom wall. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Bulldogs Fall to UC Riverside Apr 2, 2008
The Zags will return to the courts April 9 when they host Eastern Washington University at the Spokane Racquet Club. UC Riverside 4, Gonzaga 3 Singles Cartledge def. (Gozags.com)
Cougs Get Defensive Mar 30, 2008
New Wazzu head football coach was noted for his team's offensive prowess while he was the chief at Eastern Washington University, but it was the Cougar defense which ruled the day in his at the helm of WSU. The Cougar offense was only able to muster two rushing touchdowns both from junior during the 90-minute scrimmage. who will be a senior in autumn, enters the spring as the Cougs' #1 quarterback and as such, took the majority of snaps in the initial scrimmage, finishing 9-of-21 for 98... (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)
NY TIMES owns up to Internet video prank... Mar 28, 2008
An article on Monday about a popular Internet video prank known as rickrolling referred incorrectly to its use during a March 8 women's basketball game at Eastern Washington University, based on information provided by Pawl Fisher, a student; Davin Perry, who shoots game videos for the university; and Dave Cook, its sports information director ... - An aspiring filmmaker at Eastern Washington University says he never meant to prank the New York Times when he posted a video online March 16th. (The Drudge Report)
CWU tuition, fee increases, approved in budget Mar 18, 2008
CWU, Western Washington University and Eastern Washington University were granted the right to raise tuitions 5 percent next year, said Anderson. The University of Washington and Washington State University were granted the right to raise tuition 7 percent. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
What's in a name? How about the White House Mar 17, 2008
Barack Obama, according to an Eastern Washington University professor who studies how the "music" of names can lead to election success. English professor Grant Smith contends that - taking no other factor into consideration than the sound of candidates' names - the person with the most pleasing moniker has won 84 percent of presidential elections in the nation's history. (AZCentral -- News)
Simmons impresses scouts at Pro Day Mar 15, 2008
Simmons, who participated in a Pro Day at Eastern Washington University last Wednesday, ran a personal-best 4. 58 in the 40-yard dash and was measured at 33-1/2 in the vertical jump and 9-10 in the broad jump. (Wwuvikings.com)
Scott Barnes Named New Utah State Athletics Director Mar 8, 2008
Barnes, 45, spent six years (1999-2005) as the athletics director at Eastern Washington University as he oversaw a program that featured 50 coaches and 14 sport programs for 300 student-athletes. During his tenure at EWU, the Eagles experienced unparalleled success becoming the first athletics program in Big Sky Conference history to win championships in football, men's basketball, women's volleyball and women's soccer in one calendar year. (Utahstateaggies.com)
Earthworms Found To Contain Chemicals From Households And Animal Manure Feb 28, 2008
It was funded in part by a Research Corporation Cottrell College Award and a Faculty Research Grant from Eastern Washington University. Adapted from materials provided by. (Science Daily)
Women's Cross Country Falcons Named an All-Academic Team Feb 27, 2008
Appalachian State University Arizona State University Arkansas State University Austin Peay State University Ball State University Baylor University Belmont University Binghamton University Boston College Bowling Green State University Bradley University Brigham Young University Brown University Butler University California Polytechnic State University California State University, Fresno Central Connecticut State University Central Michigan University Clemson University Coastal Carolina... (Bgsufalcons.com)
A failure to communicate? Feb 23, 2008
They include Central Washington University, Eastern Washington University, Gonzaga University, Pacific Lutheran University, Seattle University, the University of Washington and Washington State University. Major changes are under way at WSU, where leaders in January approved a plan to break away from the College of Liberal Arts and create a more autonomous College of Communication. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
2 new UG ethics officials named Feb 22, 2008
Prior to his appointment to KU faculty, Frederickson served as the President of Eastern Washington University at Cheney and Spokane. In addition to his numerous scholarly awards and achievements, he has recently published The Public Administration Theory Primer. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Anderson, Kokurina Earn Wins As Zags Fall Feb 21, 2008
- The Gonzaga University women's tennis team dropped a 5-2 decision to local foe Eastern Washington University Wednesday evening at the Spokane Racquet Club in Spokane, Wash ... Eastern Washington University 5, Gonzaga 1 Spokane, Wash. (Gozags.com)
Are students safe on campus? Feb 19, 2008
Alex Franks of Cheney, Washington, Eastern Washington University I attend Eastern Washington University, where our campus police take good care of us. They have put in place an e-mail/SMS (text messaging) system to alert students instantly if anything is amiss. (CNN -- US)
Zags Fall To Eastern Washington 7-0 Feb 13, 2008
- - The Gonzaga University men's tennis team dropped a 7-0 decision to local foe Eastern Washington University Tuesday at Cheney, Wash. With the loss, the Bulldogs fall to 3-4 on the season, while the Eagles improve to 3-2. (Gozags.com)
Kokurina, Mehndiratta Post Victories In Loss Feb 11, 2008
The Bulldogs will return to the court Feb. 20 when they host Eastern Washington University at the Spokane Racquet Club. Portland 5, Gonzaga 2 2/10/08 - Portland, Ore. (Gozags.com)
Texas Tech Adds Eastern Washington to 2008 Slate Feb 8, 2008
LUBBOCK, Texas - Texas Tech added Eastern Washington University to the 2008 schedule Thursday, Tech Director of Athletics Gerald Myers announced ... Eastern Washington University, located in Cheney, Wash. (Texastech.com)
End-of-Life issues addressed Feb 7, 2008
Lindhag received her master's in social work degree at Eastern Washington University and will discuss over a dozen end-of-life issues that should be addressed by every age group. Nichols, a personal historian, will focus on helping attendees learn how to record their personal and family history. (Grand Coulee Star, WA)
Signing Day: Brandon Jimenez Feb 7, 2008
Brandon Jimenez is a shutdown corner from Lakes High School and yet another Eastern Washington University Commit. Jimenez was an All Western Cascade Conference corner back and had one of the best for careers for any corner in the state. (Washington Sports -- Rivals.com)
Bulldogs Drop Whitman, 6-1 Feb 4, 2008
The Zags will return to the courts Feb. 12 at Eastern Washington University in Cheney, Wash. Gonzaga 6, Whitman 1 Spokane, Wash. (Gozags.com)
Walker Follows Dream to WSU Feb 3, 2008
With signing day fast approaching Moses Lake's all-league safety Jarred Walker has made the decision to walk on at Washington State University over an offer from Eastern Washington University. (To continue reading this article you must be a subscriber. (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)
New avalanche buries Snoqualmie pass on I-90 early Friday Feb 2, 2008
R Hoffman wrote on Feb 1, 2008 4:03 PM:" Maybe Al Gore can come out here to eastern washington university and dig out my car from under 3 feet of snow. ". Have something to say about this story. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Women's Tennis Opens Spring Season Friday Jan 31, 2008
Gonzaga opens its home schedule Feb. 20 hosting regional rival Eastern Washington University. . (Gozags.com)
Avalanche danger closes main Washington mountain pass route Jan 30, 2008
Schools in outlying communities and Eastern Washington University in Cheney, southwest of here, also were closed. Avalanche danger forced officials to close Interstate 90 at Snoqualmie Pass, the state's main east-west artery across the Cascade Mountains, at about 7:30 a.m. Tuesday. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Cougars Set to Host BYU Jan 25, 2008
Last Week - The Cougars had a pair of sweeps against Eastern Washington University and University of Idaho. WSU cruised by Eastern Washington in the morning match of a double header 7-0. (Wsucougars.com)
Linda Clayton Jan 24, 2008
She graduated from Eastern Washington University. Throughout her years in school she was active in band and choir and many school activities. (Grand Coulee Star, WA)
MSU assistant basketball coach pleads not guilty to assault Jan 24, 2008
He had previously worked at Lane Community College and at Eastern Washington University. He has been placed on administrative leave from the team. (Montana Standard, MT)
Richard C. Langton Jan 24, 2008
Dick taught part-time at Gonzaga University and Eastern Washington University. Dick and June moved to Corvallis this year to be closer to their family. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Assistant coach put on leave after arrest Jan 21, 2008
He had previously worked at Lane Community College and at Eastern Washington University. MSU Athletic Director Peter Fields said Sunday he couldn't comment until more information was available. (Missoulian, MT)
Central Washington selects Bennett as next football coach Jan 19, 2008
Bennett replaces Beau Baldwin, who resigned Jan. 4 after just one season at the helm of the CWU program to accept the same post at Eastern Washington University. It s real intriguing to come back (to Ellensburg), real intriguing, Bennett said. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Allied West moving forward with plans for paper plant Jan 13, 2008
He earned a bachelor's degree in business administration in 1987 from Eastern Washington University and has been active in the industry for 20 years, licensed to practice in Arizona, California and Oregon. McLeod is an active member of the community, having served as president of the Lions Club, chairman and member of various governmental advisory committees, member of Rotary and treasurer for several nonprofit organizations. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
ONE AND DONE Jan 5, 2008
Baldwin accepted Eastern Washington University's head coaching position Thursday, where he spent four seasons as an assistant ... ELLENSBURG Eastern Washington University made an offer that Beau Baldwin couldn t refuse. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Keeping McElwain is a very good thing Jan 4, 2008
"I've decided to withdraw my name for consideration for the head coaching position at Eastern Washington University," McElwain said in a statement released by Fresno State. They offered more than $4,300, but not a lot more, when you think about the kind of jobs McElwain could land this time next year. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Baldwin accepts Eastern's offer Jan 4, 2008
ELLENSBURG Central Washington University football coach Beau Baldwin has accepted an offer from Eastern Washington University to be its next head football coach. Baldwin, who led the Wildcats to a 10-3 record and a berth in the quarterfinal round of the NCAA Division II playoffs in 2007, will be formally introduced as the Eagles' coach at a press conference at 2 p.m. today in Cheney. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Bulldogs' coordinator will stay put Jan 4, 2008
FRESNO -- Fresno State offensive coordinator Jim McElwain, credited with playing a significant role in the Bulldogs' turnaround, turned down the head coaching job at Eastern Washington University. McElwain, 45, was offered the job following his second set of interviews Wednesday and Thursday, Eastern Washington associate athletic director Don Ross said. (Modesto Bee, CA)
McElwain to Remain at Fresno State Jan 4, 2008
Date: Jan 3, 2008 Fresno State Offensive Coordinator Jim McElwain ended two days of heavy speculation by withdrawing his name from the head coaching job at Eastern Washington University. As reported Wednesday by the Spokesman Review, McElwain interviewed for the vacant position last month. (BarkBoard.com)
Together (12/31/07) Jan 1, 2008
" Fred eventually went into business for himself as Ashcraft Tile. He did mostly commercial work, both in Anchorage and the Bush. He traveled throughout Alaska doing tile work until he retired in 1991. After retiring, Irene and Fred traveled around Alaska and the Lower 48 in a motor home, visiting family and friends along the way. In 1997, they were treated to a 50th wedding anniversary party at the Northside Seventh-day Adventist Church. They renewed their vows in English. "The Tijuana wedding... (Anchorage Daily News)
Zags Roll Past Eastern Washington Dec 30, 2007
- The Gonzaga University women's basketball came out of its seven-day Christmas break with renewed energy and easily defeated visiting in-state rival Eastern Washington University 97-61 at the McCarthey Athletic Center Saturday. The Bulldogs, who improved to 8-5 overall, had two players finish with 20+ points, including junior who registered a game-high 25 points to tie her career-high. (Gozags.com)
Ellensburg High School history teacher Victor Lillquist dies Dec. 26 Dec 30, 2007
He graduated from Eastern Washington University and started a career in teaching, working at mount Vernon, Ore. Naches, Cheney, Cle Elum and Ellensburg school districts. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Bulldogs Host Eastern Washington Saturday Dec 28, 2007
Game No. 13 - EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITYSaturday, December 29 - 5 p.m. McCarthey Athletic Center (6,000) - Spokane, WATV: KAYU; Radio: 1510 AM; Gametracker ... EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY EAGLES (3-9, 0-0 Big Sky)F - 23 Amy Bratvold, 6-1, Jr., Twin Falls, ID (5 ... UP NEXT: Gonzaga University women's basketball returns to action after the Christmas break by welcoming in-state opponent Eastern Washington University to the McCarthey Athletic Center on Saturday, Dec. 29. (Gozags.com)
Corrections chief takes a real-life approach Dec 24, 2007
One daughter, Colleen, 24, played soccer at Eastern Washington University; another son, Mark, 26, was a successful high school soccer player in Helena. Kevin Ferriter, 16, is a standout football player at Helena High School. (Missoulian, MT)
Real-life rehabilitation Dec 23, 2007
Son Mike Ferriter, a junior at the University of Montana, is a starting wide receiver for the Grizzlies, with a nearly perfect GPA. One daughter, Colleen, 24, played soccer at Eastern Washington University; another son, Mark, 26, was a successful high school soccer player in Helena. Kevin Ferriter, 16, is a standout football player at Helena High School. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Women's Basketball Tops Montana State 82-68 Dec 22, 2007
Gonzaga will be back in action on Saturday, Dec. 29 when it welcomes Eastern Washington University to the McCarthey Athletic Center. Game time is set for 5 p.m.. (Gozags.com)
Bar owners prevail Dec 21, 2007
Boschetto, a child psychology student at Eastern Washington University, works at the Embassy Tavern during the school's Christmas break. It should have been left up to the public, not the Council, Boschetto said. (Green River Star, WY)