Men's hoops: Grand View uses hot second half to subdue IWC men Feb 5, 2008
9 percent and hit seven three-pointers in the second half, more than enough for a 65-50 win over a cold-shooting Iowa Wesleyan College men's basketball team Saturday afternoon. The Tigers had their worst shooting performance of the season, shooting just 29. (Washington Journal, IA)
Women's hoops: Cold finish for IWC women leads to loss at Grand View Feb 5, 2008
Golden Triangle Media. Tuesday, February 05, 2008. (Washington Journal, IA)
IWC partnership campaign hits $4 million mark Feb 1, 2008
Iowa Wesleyan College and its community partners have reached an important milestone in the Henry County Community Partnership Campaign: $4 million has been raised to date ... "We are pleased with the success thus far, and we have two years remaining to achieve or exceed our $5 million goal," said Dennis Story, vice president of institutional relations for Iowa Wesleyan College ... Co-chairs of the Henry County Community Partnership Campaign are J.D. and Kathy Schimmelpfennig, both alumni of... (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Seeks tougher, expanded graduation standards Jan 30, 2008
Joy Conwell, a member of the Mt. Pleasant Community School District board of education, called for tougher mandatory standards during last weekend's legislative forum at Iowa Wesleyan College. She was one of four education panelists meeting with Sen. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Tigers shock nationally ranked Statesmen, 79-71 Jan 30, 2008
-Decorah) scored 25 points and went over the 1,000-point mark for his career, and the Iowa Wesleyan College men's basketball team stunned the fifth ranked team in the nation, defeating William Penn University 79-71 Monday night. The Tigers rebounded from a loss at the buzzer two days earlier by outscoring the Statesmen 47-36 in the second half to snap the Statesmen's 12-game winning streak. (Washington Journal, IA)
Conwell to seek county supervisor post in 2008 Jan 29, 2008
Currently, Conwell is employed at Chadwick Library, Iowa Wesleyan College. "I have always believed that citizens should step up and take an active roll in their community. These last four years of serving as the Mount Pleasant Community School District's representative on the Henry County Conference Board and working with the current mayors and Henry County Board of Supervisors has only strengthened my desire to serve the county. I have found that working with the other committee members in... (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Women's hoops: Tigers handle Clarke to win seventh straight in MCC Jan 29, 2008
-Bellevue) went over the 20-point mark for the third straight game and the Iowa Wesleyan College women's basketball team used a big second half to cruise to a 90-48 win over Clarke College Saturday afternoon. DeVries scored 26 points in just 25 minutes of play, making eight of 14 field goals and four three-point baskets. (Washington Journal, IA)
IWC hoops: Clarke beats buzzer to stun men 67-65 Jan 29, 2008
4 left on the clock to give Clarke College a 67-65 win over the Iowa Wesleyan College men's basketball team Saturday afternoon. Harris's basket spoiled a fantastic three-point shooting display by the Tigers, as IWC made 13 of 28 three-point shots in the game, including eight triples in the second half, many coming at clutch times. (Washington Journal, IA)
Talk of the Town: Live like it’s your last day Jan 25, 2008
The organization was originally founded as a college sorority at Iowa Wesleyan College in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, on Jan. 21, 1869. The P.E.O. Sisterhood has grown to an international women s group. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Racheter to speak at 'Reagan Day' Jan 25, 2008
Dr. Donald Racheter of the Public Interest Institute will address the Iowa Wesleyan College Republicans for what the latter group has designated Ronald Reagan Day, the former President's birthday, Feb. 6. The event is open to the public and will begin at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6, in the Social Hall of the IWC Howe Student Union, with refreshments available. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Tours and Times Jan 25, 2008
Locally, we are home to fine public schools and Iowa Wesleyan College, the oldest coeducational institution west of the Mississippi. Again, this is not intended to take away from the importance of education, but to encourage school systems nationwide to view the bigger picture and consider the trickledown effect their early start decisions make. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
IWC hoops: Strong second half helps IWC women to road win at Viterbo Jan 25, 2008
-Kelley) had a double-double and the Iowa Wesleyan College women's basketball team took charge in the second half to defeat Viterbo University 60-52 Wednesday night. The Tigers pounded the ball inside early in the second half and made their free throws late to win their sixth straight game. (Washington Journal, IA)
IWC hoops: Hot shooting helps Viterbo roll past Tigers men Jan 25, 2008
5% from the floor en route to a 77-55 win over the Iowa Wesleyan College men's basketball team Wednesday night ... Assists: Iowa Wesleyan College 11 (Humpal, Brett 6), Viterbo 20 (Ambrose,Eric 8). (Washington Journal, IA)
Legislative briefing set on education Jan 24, 2008
The Mount Pleasant Area Chamber Alliance is inviting the citizens of Henry County to attend the first of four 2008 legislative brief-ings, starting Saturday, Jan. 26, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. in the Chadwick Library at Iowa Wesleyan College ... Local panelists will include Lynn Ubben, superintendent of the Winfield-Mount Union School District; Joy Conwell, member of the MPSD school board; and Bill Johnston, president of Iowa Wesleyan College. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
IWC staffer will sign books Feb. 1 Jan 23, 2008
Dr. Olabisi Titilope Gwamna, associate professor of English at Iowa Wesleyan College, will be in the International Room of the Chadwick Library from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1, to sign copies of her book, "Dancing with Shadows and Other Stories," which was published in December by Hamilton Books ... She is an Associate Professor of English at Iowa Wesleyan College, where she teaches courses in English composition and Third World literature ... Prior to her appointment to the English faculty at... (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Indoor track: Madison leads Tiger track teams at Knox Quadrangular Jan 23, 2008
won a pair of events as the Iowa Wesleyan College men's and women's track and field teams opened their indoor season at the Knox College Quadrangular Saturday. Madison won the long jump and triple jump events, helping the IWC women's team to a third-place finish in their competition with 49. (Washington Journal, IA)
IWC building Habitat shed Jan 22, 2008
Dr. Linden Youngquist, a professor at Iowa Wesleyan College and director of the college's volunteers, chose instead to try on a slightly warmer day That day was Sunday. Despite still-freezing temperatures, Youngquist and four volunteers turned out to add wooden paneling to the shed's sides, floor and roof. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Drill team wins at Chicago - Jan 22, 2008
On Jan. 16, the drill team performed its award-winning hip-hop routine at the halftime of the Iowa Wesleyan College women's basketball game. The team will be performing at the U.S. Cellular Center on Saturday, Jan. 26 at the halftime of the Mt. Pleasant boys' basketball game with Marion. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
IWC trustees select search firm for new president Jan 19, 2008
The current president, Dr. William N. Johnston has accepted the position of president of Wesley College in Delaware, and will be leaving Iowa Wesleyan College at the end of May ... Iowa Wesleyan College is the oldest private coeducational liberal arts college west of the Mississippi River. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Women's hoops: Tigers lock down on defense Jan 18, 2008
The Iowa Wesleyan College women's basketball team held Ashford University to one field goal and just seven points in the second half in an 88-27 win over the Saints Wednesday night at Ruble Arena. Ashford made just one field goal in the game's final 29:03 as the Tigers stayed in a tie for first in the Midwest Collegiate Conference by moving to 5-1 in the league and 11-5 overall. (Washington Journal, IA)
Men's Ashford halts Tigers streak Jan 18, 2008
Ashford University ran out to a big lead on the Iowa Wesleyan College men's basketball team, and a late comeback came up short as the Saints defeated the Tigers 74-68 Wednesday night at Ruble Arena. The Saints made 11 three-pointers in the game and came up with enough clutch shots down the stretch to halt IWC's three-game win streak and drop the Tigers to 8-10 overall and 4-2 in the Midwest Collegiate Conference. (Washington Journal, IA)
Tiger men continue to step up in MCC play, defeat SAU Jan 15, 2008
-Decorah) topped the 25-point mark for the third straight game and the Iowa Wesleyan College men's basketball team took down another Midwest Collegiate Conference foe by beating St. Ambrose University 86-70 Wednesday night. Humpal scored 27 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, and four players scored in double figures as the Tigers had their best offensive performance in nearly two months, shooting 52. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
2008 at IWC: Expect busy, progressive year Jan 12, 2008
As a new year begins, the administrative leaders at Iowa Wesleyan College in Mt. Pleasant are looking forward to what they hope will be a busy and progressive year ... "But we also need to keep our antenna up to move us ahead in new majors." President Johnston will be leaving Iowa Wesleyan College in May to accept a position with Wesley College in Dover, Dela. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
What's next? Jan 11, 2008
Saturday, Jan. 26 * Iowa Wesleyan College Choir Pancake Breakfast, 7-11 a.m.: pancakes and singing, First United Methodist Church, 309 N. Main St. Admission - $5: adults, $3: children 6 and under. Tickets available at church office, from choir members and at door. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
IWC women take out No. 17 ranked Queen Bees Jan 11, 2008
Using big runs in both the first and second halves to blow open a close game, the Iowa Wesleyan College women's basketball team knocked off nationally ranked St. Ambrose University 73-60 Wednesday night at Ruble Arena. The Tigers took control of the game with a 16-1 run late in the first half, and in the second half staved off a St. Ambrose comeback attempt with an 18-1 spurt. (Washington Journal, IA)
IWC sports: Mitchell, Humpal sweep MCC Player of the Week honors Jan 10, 2008
DES MOINES - Iowa Wesleyan College swept Midwest Collegiate Conference Player of the Week awards for the past week as Rachel Mitchell (Jr. -Des Moines) and Brett Humpal (Jr. (Washington Journal, IA)
"Some People:" Heaton Carrick sings from the heart Jan 8, 2008
The little girl Paul Dennison remembers as the first person he knew to have open heart surgery was Mary Heaton Carrick, who later told him, "Now that my heart's repaired, I want to sing from the heart." And that's what the singer, actress and daughter of Dave and Carmen Heaton of Mt. Pleasant did at the Heatilator Performing Arts Center, formerly her high school stage, Sunday, in a concert entitled "Some People." The concert was the first of four concerts, which comprise a series for a... (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Standing room only at Ward III caucus Jan 5, 2008
"I've been going to these things since 1972; this is the biggest one I've ever seen," observed Iowa Wesleyan College professor Brian Carter. And that's something. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Women's hoops: Tigers decimate Penn in Ruble Arena Jan 4, 2008
The Iowa Wesleyan College women's basketball team controlled William Penn for four quarters last night to take an 84-45 win in Olan G. Ruble Arena. The Tigers held Penn to just 14 first-half points and led by as much as 43 to improve their record to 7-5 overall and 1-1 in the conference. (Washington Journal, IA)
Men's hoops: No. 10 Penn pulls out late win over Tigers Jan 4, 2008
Last night the Iowa Wesleyan College men's basketball team fell 84-69 in a Midwest Collegiate Conference game against No. 11 William Penn. The Tigers were able to hang with the Statesmen for the majority of the game, but just 20 percent shooting from the field helped Penn outscore IWC 42-28 in the second half. (Washington Journal, IA)
Twice Told Tales: Remembering Art Mills the shoemaker Jan 3, 2008
" Mills says, "I also repaired many shoes for the aviation flight cadets stationed here on the Iowa Wesleyan College campus. " Mills also worked with the "extras," such as mending pet and animal gear said Mills. "In recent years, I have had an increased amount of orthopedic work, involving many different things. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Coincidence, or are these recent ESP events something more? Jan 3, 2008
Then I was driving across Iowa Wesleyan College campus in Mt. Pleasant, admiring its wintertime beauty, thinking what great improvements had been made to the college under the administration of President William ( Bill ) Johnston. Bill is a pretty likable chap, always smiling and wearing tuxes and bow ties. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Amid family displays, Giuliani goes solo Jan 2, 2008
Interviews with undecided voters who attended a Giuliani town hall-style event last Saturday evening on the campus of Iowa Wesleyan College seemed to support that theory. All of them were aware of the stories about Giuliani's private life, and some were clearly displeased, but each said they admired other Giuliani traits and might vote for him at caucus. (Boston Globe)
Giuliani: Winning terror war biggest issue Jan 1, 2008
With five days to go before the Jan. 3 Iowa caucuses, former New York mayor and presidential hopeful Rudy Giuliani made his first campaign stop in Mt. Pleasant, addressing a crowd of more than 100 Saturday at the Howe Activity Center at Iowa Wesleyan College and framing his pitch around defeating Islamic terrorists and empowering the individual. His prepared remarks focused on terrorism, citing the recent assassination of former Pakistani prime minister Benazir Bhutto and the latest recording... (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Community calendar Dec 29, 2007
Rudy Giuliani campaign stop 5:45 p.m., Howe Student Activities Center, Iowa Wesleyan College, Mount Pleasant. Mitt Romney campaign stop 6:15 p.m., Burlington Golf Club, Burlington. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Candidates converge on area as caucus quickly approaches Dec 29, 2007
The former mayor and Reagan administration official will speak at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday at the Howe Student Activity Center on the Iowa Wesleyan College campus. The mayor did not spend a lot of time in Iowa, focusing instead on New Hampshire and many states holding primaries on Super Tuesday on Feb. 5. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Giuliani, Obama bring campaigns to Mt. Pleasant Dec 28, 2007
He'll appear at 5:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 29 at the Howe Activity Center on the Iowa Wesleyan College campus in Mt. Pleasant. Due to space limitations, contact Tracie Gibler at 515-664-3210 or traciegibler@joinrudy2008. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Heaton to seek re-election to Iowa House for Dist. 91 Dec 25, 2007
After graduating from Sigourney High School and Iowa Wesleyan College, Dave was a public school teacher before entering the restaurant business for himself. Dave and his wife, Carmen are the independent owners of the Iris Restaurant in Mt. Pleasant. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Dr. Johnston resigns as IWC's president Dec 22, 2007
After six years at the helm of Iowa Wesleyan College, Dr. Bill Johnston has resigned, effective May 31. Dr. Lori Wright, chair of the board of trustees for Iowa Wesleyan College, announced Thursday that Dr. William N. "Bill" Johnston will leave Iowa Wesleyan College May 31, 2008, to assume the presidency of Wesley College of Dover, Del ... "For the last six years, Bill has successfully led Iowa Wesleyan College through a period of transformation and positioned the college for continued success... (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
SW Minnesota State routs IWC women, 72-46 Dec 21, 2007
Golden Triangle Media. Friday, December 21, 2007. (Washington Journal, IA)
At IWC: Foreign teachers discover, exchange views on U.S. culture Dec 18, 2007
Amy Wang, Calina Chen and Louisa Luo are visiting Iowa Wesleyan College this semester from China, where they teach English. Louisa Luo and Amy Wang came from Yang Tse University in central China and Calina Chen came from Wyi (pronounced "Oo-yee") University in southern China, all of them to study at Iowa Wesleyan College for the fall semester of 2007 ... Yang Tse University began the exchange program with Iowa Wesleyan College in 2004, and Wyi University began it in 2001. (Washington Journal, IA)
Alene McChesney Dec 18, 2007
She received her bachelor s degree in 1964 from Iowa Wesleyan College. She was a fifth-grade teacher for 30 years for the Wapello School District, retiring in 1978. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Holidays and all that jazz Dec 14, 2007
Iowa Wesleyan College jazz musicians performed during two Christmas concerts last week at the chapel auditorium. Under the direction of IWC's Dr. David Johnson, who chairs the college's music division. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Jan. 3 caucus sites set Dec 13, 2007
Central Precinct: Iowa Wesleyan College, Howe Student Activity Center, Social Hall. Northwest Precinct - WACO Community High School, Library, 611 N. Pearl Street, Wayland. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Alarm fines stalled Dec 13, 2007
He and councilor Bob Griffith were inclined to limit the ordinance to merely those alarms that were deliberately triggered; but this prompted fellow council member Steve Engberg to worry that they were tailoring the ordinance so that it would be directed at only one institution, that being Iowa Wesleyan College. "The concern is, it's costing us money and it's costing us morale," Engberg said of the false alarms. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Women's hoops: IWC knocks off Bobcats on road Dec 13, 2007
-Des Moines) scored 16 points, leading four Iowa Wesleyan College players in double figures as the Tigers women's basketball team defeated Peru State College 70-64 Saturday afternoon. Mitchell made 10 of 13 free throws and also added a team-leading five assists as IWC improved to 6-4 overall. (Washington Journal, IA)
Icy weather keeps crowd down for 'Messiah Sing' Dec 12, 2007
Iowa Wesleyan College sponsored its "Messiah Sing" Saturday afternoon. The college's chapel auditorium, as seen on this page, appeared to be sparcely filled at first glance, but considering the questionable weather and unknown projected road conditions for later in the afternoon, the attendance wasn't too bad. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
20 organizations get $54k in grants Dec 12, 2007
The 20 grants were announced at a special celebration and media advisory event held at the Social Hall of the Student Activity Center at Iowa Wesleyan College on Dec. 10 beginning at 11 a.m. The event was open to the public, all grant recipients, public officials from throughout the county and community leaders. This was the third time that the Enhance Henry County Community Foundation has engaged in grant making. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Wesleyan men fall by two Dec 11, 2007
The Iowa Wesleyan College basketball team dropped a conference game against Luther College Saturday afternoon by a slim 60-58 margin. Down by four at halftime, the Tigers came back to tie the game in the second half and eventually take the lead before giving up a 10-3 run by the Norse who hung on for the 60-58 win in Mt. Pleasant. (Washington Journal, IA)
Estle-Tedrow takes on public health nurse duties Dec 8, 2007
She completed her associate's degree at Indian Hills Community College and earned her bachelor's degree in nursing from Iowa Wesleyan College. She is now learning about all the policies and programs that make up public health. (Fairfield Daily Ledger, IA)
The Image of God gallery: She's an art matchmaker Dec 7, 2007
Judging from the low price Becker was charging for that painting, the young artist and recent Iowa Wesleyan College grad was underestimating her talent, Bappe said. Bappe was able to connect with Becker and acquire her as a student of self-marketing of her own art. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Enhance Foundation grants to be awarded Dec. 10 Dec 6, 2007
The event will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, Dec. 10 at the Social Hall in the Howe Student Activity Center of Iowa Wesleyan College. Grant recipients, county elected officials and the general public are encouraged to attend. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Tigers men misfire in 57-53 loss to Trojans Dec 6, 2007
Hampered by cold shooting for the second straight game, the Iowa Wesleyan College men's basketball team dropped a 57-53 decision to Hannibal-LaGrange College at Ruble Arena on Tuesday night. The Tigers struggled offensively for much of the night, shooting just 35. (Washington Journal, IA)
Two Tigers named NAIA Volleyball Scholar-Athletes Dec 6, 2007
KANSAS CITY, MO. - The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) recently announced its 2007 Daktronics-NAIA Volleyball Scholar-Athletes, and a pair of Iowa Wesleyan College volleyball players received honors. Dana Gregory (Sr. (Washington Journal, IA)
Lessons & carols- Dec 4, 2007
The annual Lessons s concert at Iowa Wesleyan College drew a few hundred listeners Sunday night as the voices of the college choir and Mt. Pleasant Chorale combined for an evening of inspiring music. The concert included readers, singers and a variety of different accompanists. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
IWC men's hoops: Tiger men hang on to beat Mustangs Dec 4, 2007
-Mason City) blocked a layup attempt by Mount Mercy College just before the buzzer as the Iowa Wesleyan College men's basketball team escaped with a big 59-58 win over the Mustangs in the Midwest Collegiate Conference opener for both teams. The block allowed IWC to even its record at 5-5 on the season while also starting the conference season with a road win and capping a wild final 12 seconds in which the Tigers seemed to clinch the game and then nearly let it slip away. (Washington Journal, IA)
Gertrude Coder Dec 1, 2007
She later received her bachelor of arts degree from Iowa Wesleyan College in Mount Pleasant in 1957 and her M.A. from the University of Iowa. She was united in marriage to Francis L. Coder on Aug. 9, 1943, in Muscatine. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
IWC men's hoops: Ozarks rains threes in 90-73 win over Tigers Nov 30, 2007
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. - Corey Stone and Daniel Bandy combined for 52 points and hit 11 of the College of the Ozarks' 15 three-pointers as the Eagles defeated the Iowa Wesleyan College men's basketball team 90-73 Tuesday night. The Bobcats, ranked 23rd in the NAIA Division II preseason poll, shot 15 for 35 from three-point range, offsetting a 42-31 rebounding advantage for Iowa Wesleyan College and improving to 6-1 on the season ... -Decorah) led Iowa Wesleyan College with 18 points, while Cenica... (Washington Journal, IA)
IWC women's hoops: Tigers hit the glass, hold off Trojans 60-53 Nov 30, 2007
had 16 rebounds, and the Iowa Wesleyan College women's basketball team survived a frigid shooting night to defeat Hannibal-LaGrange College 60-53 Tuesday night. The Tigers shot just 31. (Washington Journal, IA)
Great River Region receives $280,000 in grants Nov 29, 2007
The Partnership is comprised of economic development groups of the four counties, plus the Southeast Iowa Regional Planning Commission, Iowa Wesleyan College, and Southeastern Community College. Since 2000, nearly 5,000 employees from over 50 companies within the Great River Region have been permanently dislocated. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
'Springtown' raises $8,000 for chapel work Nov 28, 2007
The original musical Springtown by Mt. Pleasant resident Jean Shook had a successful run the last weekend in October and netted over $8,000 toward the Iowa Wesleyan College Chapel renovation project slated to begin in 2008 ... The Iowa Wesleyan College Chapel Auditorium is the largest performance space in Henry County, and one of the largest in Southeast Iowa. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Cartoonist releases 2 new books Nov 28, 2007
Roberts is a native Iowan, a Mt. Pleasant High School graduate, as well as an Iowa Wesleyan College graduate ... Roberts has produced 12 of his own volumes since leaving Iowa Wesleyan College in 2002, not to mention his illustrations for Black and other authors. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Partnership receives $280,000 boost Nov 22, 2007
The Partnership is comprised of economic development groups of the four counties, the Southeast Iowa Regional Planning Commission, Iowa Wesleyan College and Southeastern Community College. Together, we're making the case that the Great River Region of Southeast Iowa is actively working together to improve the economic health of the entire region, Hinkle said. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Crossroads to Success Nov 21, 2007
The program was sponsored by Iowa Wesleyan College and the Mt. Pleasant Area Development Commission. On this page - Vince Lintz, the Iowa Department of Economic Development's deputy director, speaks to the whole group with a slide show. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
IWC football: Prospere heads list of Tigers receiving MSFA Midwest recognition Nov 21, 2007
heads a list of Iowa Wesleyan College football players named to the Mid-States Football Association All-Midwest League team, which was announced Friday by MSFA sports information director Larry Alter. Prospere was named to the all-league second team, the lone IWC player to be named first or second team All-MSFA Midwest. (Washington Journal, IA)