TMHS graduation needs a new location May 8, 2008
TMHS found a suitable replacement venue in Merrimack College, although due to the size of its gymnasium graduates are limited to four guests. And confusion continues to ensue as the Tsongas Arena claims they were under the impression from TMHS that the June 5 graduation date was etched in stone. (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
The 'go to' guidance counselor May 8, 2008
After graduating with a double major in sociology and psychology from Merrimack College and the desire to work with kids without the restrictions of a daily lesson plan or agenda, Colantuoni enrolled in Lesley University s guidance counselor program. While attending part-time night classes at Lesley, Colantuoni was already fully immersed in his career during the day as a full-time peer mediator in the inner city environment of Lynn at the Lynn Vocational Technical Institute. (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
Profile 2009: Victor Marc May 8, 2008
ESPN - Marc hopes to show off QB skills at new school - Insider. Marc hopes to show off QB skills at new school - Insider. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
The new Cure May 7, 2008
Merrimack College, Rogers Center for the Arts, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. 978-946-1467. (Boston Globe)
Smells like fries! May 3, 2008
Joe Doyon, a garage mechanic at Merrimack College, fills up one of the campuss bio-fuel converted trucks ... Merrimack College fries up a lot of chicken fingers and French fries for its students and guests every year, using 1,200 gallons of transfat-free vegetable oil in the process ... The topic was the use of eco-friendly fuel and there was Merrimack College with all that leftover vegetable oil. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Week in Review: Boren joins his brother May 3, 2008
Most recently, he was the associate head coach and defensive coordinator for Merrimack College, which advanced to the Sweet 16 in the 2006 NCAA Division II playoffs. Also See. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
College conference on homeless teens May 2, 2008
Merrimack College hosted the Merrimack Valley Youth Homelessness Regional Summit on April 11 to come up with solutions ... Jenna Ware, a Merrimack College junior from Vermont, with a double major in political science and economics and with a minor in women s studies, attended the conference and offered her reactions. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Rhode Island Spring Practice Roundup - Issue 8 Apr 22, 2008
" Junior returns after a sophomore campaign which saw him record 27 tackles (13 solo), including four tackles for loss. Classmate , meanwhile, appeared in 10 games and recorded 11 tackles (three solo), two tackles for loss, and one fumble recovery. While the duo received significant playing time last season, it's been another duo of junior - and - who have emerged this spring as forces on the d-line. "Kirk Blackman had a great winter and has had a solid spring, and is going to continue to... (Gorhody.com)
Desmarais selected as new DPW Director Apr 19, 2008
Desmarais has a Bachelor of Science degree from Merrimack College, and a Master of Science from Clarkson University. He received his professional engineering license in 1999. (Amesbury News, MA)
Youth Leagues Apr 17, 2008
The Panthers took to the ice against Andover at Merrimack College on Sunday, playing a hard fought contest that saw no scoring by either team until midway through the second period. Thu Oct 18, 2007, 01:32 PM EDT. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
'Mother' dearest Apr 16, 2008
Tonight "Hoops on Wheels" The Celtics, a professional wheelchair basketball team in the National Wheelchair Basketball Association, will play at Merrimack College to benefit Lazarus House, a Lawrence-based nonprofit serving the poor, sick, and homeless of the Merrimack Valley ... Merrimack College, Volpe Athletic Center, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. (Boston Globe)
Neighbors (April 17) Apr 16, 2008
Jason Demetrios Vergados, son of Peter and Angelica Vergados of Needham, has been named to the dean s list for the 2007 fall semester at Merrimack College, North Andover. Vergados is an International Business major with a minor in history. (Needham Tab, MA)
No. 3 Panthers Upend Merrimack Warriors, 24-16 Apr 16, 2008
- The #3 ranked Adelphi University women's lacrosse team built up a 16-7 half-time lead en route to a 24-16 victory over Merrimack College this afternoon at Warrior Field. The Panthers (10-0) snap a four-game win streak by the Warriors who fall to 7-3. (Aupanthers.com)
Fitzpatrick Named ECC Co-Goalkeeper of the Week Apr 16, 2008
Adelphi (9-0) travels to North Andover, Massachusetts this afternoon for a non-conference match against Merrimack College. (Aupanthers.com)
QB Murray impresses at Gainesville camp Apr 15, 2008
Most recently, he was the associate head coach and defensive coordinator for Merrimack College, which advanced to the Sweet 16 in the 2006 NCAA Division II playoffs. ESPN television is currently in production on a special that will profile the top prospects at Nike and Elite 11 training camps. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Following the money Apr 13, 2008
While white-collar jobs have done well, blue-collar jobs in manufacturing and support have been sliding, said Robert Cuomo, dean of the Girard School of Business at Merrimack College in North Andover. He attributed the decline, in part, to jobs moving overseas. (Boston Globe)
Women's Lacrosse Outlasts Stonehill, 14-10 Apr 13, 2008
The Panthers return to action Tuesday, April 15, as they take on Merrimack College at 7:00 p.m. in North Andover, Mass. (Aupanthers.com)
High achievers Apr 12, 2008
Merrimack College dean s list. The following students from Saugus have been named to the dean s list at Merrimack College for the fall 2007 semester: Carmela Cardaropoli, Suzy Cardaropoli, Ashley N. DeRuosi, Kerri M. Domohowski, Philip A. Lacolla, James J. Legee, Daniel I. Morris, Daniel J. Pellegrini, Matthew R. Sanderson, Robert A. Santacroce. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Profile 2009: Jaamal Berry Apr 9, 2008
ESPN - Berry improves play, grades en route to stardom - Insider. Berry improves play, grades en route to stardom - Insider. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Lakers won 1st NCAA hockey championship, 20 years ago today Apr 3, 2008
They hosted little-known Merrimack College in the quarterfinals at the Norris Center. The Lakers fell in the first game 4-3, and stormed back the next night defeating Merrimack 5-0, winning the total goal series 8-4. (Sault Ste Marie Evening News, MI)
Frankie Telfort plays through pain Mar 28, 2008
ESPN - Hand cast didn't slow down Telfort - Insider. Hand cast didn't slow down Telfort - Insider. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Executive Suite: Goya knows beans and a whole lot more Mar 24, 2008
He studied accounting at Merrimack College, a small Catholic college outside Boston, and in the late 1990s, he took about a year off and bought and briefly ran a 1950s-style restaurant in New Jersey. "I wanted to do something different," he says. (USA Today -- Money)
Some at BC seek to uninvite Mukasey from commencement Mar 23, 2008
Participating Massachusetts schools include Becker College, Emerson College, Merrimack College, Northeastern University, Suffolk University, and Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Thin-envelope season: It might not ease the sting, but if you weren't accepted at MIT this month, you are assuredly not alone. (Boston Globe)
By all accounts, she's a softball player at heart Mar 23, 2008
Kneeland joined the team around the same time as third-year head coach Michele DeGregorio, a Lynn native and Winthrop transplant who came to Bentley from Merrimack College, where she won a Division 2 national title in 1994. "She's been great for our team," Kneeland said. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
'Thoroughly Modern Millie' comes to BHS Mar 21, 2008
This production is brought to life by the blockbuster team of Director Susan Lavoie and Producer/Music Director John Middleton-Cox, with precision tap-dance routines by choreographer Leanne Reardon and amazing sets designed by Merrimack College s Peter Waldron. Millie not only includes a full orchestra, 10 professionally designed sets, brilliant costuming, and high tech sound and lighting systems, it also features more than 70 student performers including 20-plus tap dancers. (Burlington Union, MA)
The End User: Virtual college fairs Mar 15, 2008
Among the 200 participating colleges are Bryn Mawr, Illinois State University, Merrimack College, Rutgers University, the U.S. Naval Academy and Temple University. Unfortunately, Rafter said via e-mail, college guidance counselors in Beijing, Oman and Kenya who have expressed interest won't be able to participate because their Internet connection is too slow - broadband access is recommended. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
The Hall comes calling for 12 Spartans Mar 15, 2008
Brian Labriola, who went on to the University of Massachusetts/Lowell, and Ryan Montgomery, who later ran for Merrimack College, joined Ragucci as captains of that famous 1997 club. The 1993 squad that also won the league title consisted of Adam Walker, Keith Rogers and Allan Nunnally. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Bridging the gap Mar 3, 2008
"The fact that it's been posted, even one lane, means that somebody's concerned," said David Westerling, an associate professor of civil engineering at Merrimack College and a coauthor of the Pioneer Institute report. "Which is a good concern for the public safety.". (Boston Globe)
UNH Men's Hockey Team Plans to Stay Focused and Take One Game at a Time Feb 29, 2008
Right now it reads Merrimack College, and according to the Wildcats, that's all they are focused on. After winning the Hockey East regular season last weekend, the Wildcats' mentality going into the final four games of the regular season is to take them one at a time. (The New Hampshire, NH)
Sports in Brief Feb 29, 2008
In addition, there will be a raffle with several prizes, including Boston Celtics Tickets and a week at Merrimack College s summer basketball camp. The schedule for the evening is as follows: Grades 3 and 4, 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Grades 5 and 6, 7:30-8:30 p.m.; Grades 7 and 8, 8:30-9:30 p.m.. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Men's Hockey: 'Cats clinch Hockey East title with weekend sweep of BC Feb 26, 2008
In order to clinch that top seed, the Wildcats will need to play well in their final four games against Merrimack College and Vermont and must have a strong showing in the Hockey East tournament. "It's bigger now that we need to stay focused and not let up. We just want to keep going like we didn't win it," said Fornataro. (The New Hampshire, NH)
Men's Hockey Ranked In Two National Polls Feb 19, 2008
to take on Merrimack College at 7:00 p.m.. (Friars.com)
Building a Life on $25 and a Gym Bag Feb 18, 2008
Shortly after graduating from Merrimack College in North Andover, Mass. he intentionally left his parents' home to test the vivacity of the American Dream. (ABC News)
Shooting star Feb 15, 2008
Her uncle, Dana Skinner, played for Merrimack College, and was a Boston Celtics draft choice. Her older brother, P.J., now at Salem State College, was also a standout scholastic player. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Majoring in poker at college Feb 13, 2008
Merrimack College senior Alex Marcin, 22, recently auditioned for an upcoming poker-based reality show. "I play in a lot of dorm games," said Marcin, a marketing and finance major. (Boston Globe)
Men's Hockey Feb 4, 2008
As they watched their Terriers put the finishing touches on yet another win over lowly Merrimack College, fans of Section 118 turned their attention to a more pressing desire. by. (Boston University Daily Free Press, MA)
Merrimack gets first-ever pep band Feb 1, 2008
When the home hockey game pauses at Merrimack College the music starts two trumpets, three saxophones, a clarinet, a trombone and one sousaphone, played by a fellow painted blue ... Ravenelle hopes to head to law school and become a lawyer some day, but first I have to graduate from Merrimack College. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Youth lack exposure to the outdoors Jan 27, 2008
DON LYMANNorth AndoverThe writer is a biology instructor at Merrimack College. Copyright 2008 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Merrimack College president to retire Jan 18, 2008
In 14 years he transformed Merrimack College from a little-known local commuter college to a nationally recognized school that he says currently has students from 27 states and 21countries ... He says Merrimack College s unique contribution its distinctive competence is the creation of successful graduates who also feel somewhat of an obligation to give back ... He hasdeveloped a student-centered campus and brought prestige to Merrimack College under the umbrella of Catholic, Augustinian values... (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Presidential salary concerns Jan 18, 2008
During his 14 years as Merrimack College President, Richard Santagati earned an incentive compensation of $333,654. When that deferred compensation was paid during the year 2005-2006, it temporarily inflated Santagati s total pay [for that year] to $709,969. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Business time Jan 18, 2008
This weekend that thinking will need to be front and center as the Terriers (6-11-3, 5-6-2 Hockey East) take on Merrimack College (8-10-2, 4-10-1 HE) before the weekend's marquee matchup against No. 11 at Boston College (10-5-5, 6-3-4 HE) on Saturday at Conte Forum. "I think every game is a must win," said BU coach Jack Parker. (Boston University Daily Free Press, MA)
And then there were two Jan 15, 2008
The suspended players rejoined the team for the Dec. 30 game against Merrimack College. Page 1 of 1. (Boston University Daily Free Press, MA)
Two claim credit for Cambridge College Jan 13, 2008
CHANGE AT MERRIMACK: It's the right time for a change at Merrimack College, says Richard J. Santagati, who steps down today after nearly 14 years at the North Andover school's helm. Santagati, the first lay president of Merrimack, announced his retirement last week, saying he wanted to give his successor time to prepare for a 10-year accreditation process, which begins next year. (Boston Globe)
Edelmann Named Men's Tennis Coach Jan 9, 2008
Edelmann, a graduate of Saint Michael's College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, previously served as the Assistant Director of Athletics and Director of Tennis from 2000-2003 at Division II Merrimack College. Richard also held the Director of Tennis position at the Florida Institute of Technology. (Ecgulls.com)
Perry named coach at Merrimack Jan 6, 2008
Perry, with more than 15 years of coaching under his belt, has been introduced as the fourth head coach in Merrimack College history. He succeeds Jim Murphy, who resigned after five seasons to spend more time with his family. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Walker to Irish Jan 6, 2008
ESPN - ESPN 150 WR Walker picks Notre Dame - Insider. ESPN 150 WR Walker picks Notre Dame - Insider. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Many Happy Returns Dec 31, 2007
Six BU players return to the lineup as the Terriers close out the year with a 5-2 win over Merrimack College ... Media Credit: Chris Higgins notched a goal and an assist Sunday night against Merrimack College ... Thanks largely to the return of leading scorer Bryan Ewing - who was suspended Dec. 5 along with seniors Brian McGuirk and Dan McGoff and junior Brandon Yip for a violation of team rules - BU's "second season" got off to a rousing start Sunday night with a 5-2 victory over Merrimack... (Boston University Daily Free Press, MA)
Neuheisel returns to UCLA as coach Dec 30, 2007
Andover native John Perry was named Merrimack College football coach after spending last season as associate head coach at the University of New Hampshire. Perry replaces Jim Murphy, who resigned after five seasons. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Coach Harrington wins 200th game Dec 29, 2007
A 2000 Watertown alum, Murgo graduated as the school's leading scorer - that mark has since been broken by Max Kerman in 2006 and Anthony Coppola last season - before starring at Merrimack College. The school raised a banner with his number to the rafters, where he and Billy Hatton (Class of '72) are the only basketball players who have been so honored. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Here's a vote for the 'good old days' Dec 16, 2007
Other memorable events included covering the state championship 1957 Chelmsford High football team, led by the Gleason brothers, "Flicka: Johnson and Fred Bell ... Burlington's Jerry Skelton scoring 37 points in a Thanksgiving Day win over Bedford ... Tony Conigliaro playing for St. Mary's of Lynn in a baseball game against Keith Academy at Shedd Park ... The Boston Celtics of the Bill Russell-Bob Cousy era winning successive NBA Championship playoff games against the St. Louis Hawks at Boston... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
ENGAGEMENT: Zofchak - Simeone Dec 14, 2007
is a graduate of Merrimack College and is currently self-employed in the wholesale food distribution industry. A September 2008 wedding is planned at St Paul s in Hingham. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Cocaptains inspire Merrimack College hoopsters Dec 13, 2007
NORTH ANDOVER - Merrimack College men's basketball coach Bert Hammel was hopeful. He had seen Micky Burtnyk and Olatungie Lightfoot-Taylor play two seasons ago and knew their potential. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
They're also going to the next level Dec 9, 2007
Next stop: Merrimack College, Division 2. Notable: Led the team in slugging percentage, extra-base hits, doubles, and RBIs. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Jean-Paul Named New England Football Writers Division II/III All-New England Nov 17, 2007
NCAA Division II Championship Tournament participant and Northeast -10 Champion Bryant University, New England Football Conference Champion Curry College, Merrimack College, New England Football Conference runner-up Coast Guard Academy, Trinity College, Southern Connecticut State University, and Westfield State College each placed two players on the team ... ---Merrimack College Scott McIntyre---Sr ... ---Merrimack College. (Ecgulls.com)
Women's Basketball Drops Season Opener To Bryant, 68-63 Nov 16, 2007
The Panthers return to action on Saturday, November 17, when they travel to North Andover, Massachusetts to take on Merrimack College. Tip off is at 1:00 p.m.. (Aupanthers.com)
Bet on the Vets: Girls soccer team makes it to the quarterfinals with young squad Nov 16, 2007
Cresta-Devine earned another honor just late last week, when she was chosen EMass all-star, and will join the other elite players in the area Tuesday for an all-star showdown at Merrimack College. Cresta-Devine] is a hard-working, coachable player, and is one of our captains as a junior, Moriello said. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
LA's Jackson apologizes for remarks Nov 15, 2007
Citing his family, Merrimack College football coach Jim Murphy has resigned. "I have two young boys at home and they only get to be that age once," said Murphy. (Boston Globe)
Merrimack women's soccer is Mejail's team Nov 11, 2007
His Merrimack College women's soccer team received the fourth seed for the Northeast Regional this weekend in Albany, N.Y.. Mejail, the only head coach of the women's team that Merrimack has ever known, was not met by a collection of anxious young women who had been waiting to learn their team's fate. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Hawaii up and coming Oct 27, 2007
Most recently, he was the associate head coach and defensive coordinator for Merrimack College, which advanced to the Sweet 16 in the 2006 NCAA Division II playoffs. Also See. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Merrimack hockey surprises early on Oct 21, 2007
Late last winter, Merrimack College put the wraps on a dismal hockey season by going winless (0-14-2) in its last 16 games. The Warriors never scored more than three goals in any game and finished the season 3-27-4 - dead last in Hockey East. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Top student-athletes talk about temptations Oct 21, 2007
College standouts Kerri Domohowski has been a mainstay on the field in her first season with the Merrimack College women's soccer team. The Warriors are 9-2-4 overall and sit fourth in the Northeast-10 with a 7-2-3 mark. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Maiocco announces candidacy for re-election Oct 19, 2007
They are the parents of a daughter and a son; Alexandria, a graduate of Tufts University, and Robert Jr., a graduate of Merrimack College. Maiocco said that Medford voters, can expect that he will persist in his efforts to. (Medford Transcript, MA)
David Maclutsky and Heather Carr Added to UMass Athletic Training Staff Oct 18, 2007
She graduated from Merrimack College in May 2007 with a Bachelor's Degree in athletic training ... She was named an Academic All-American and Merrimack College Female Student-Athlete of the Year among other awards. (Umassathletics.com)
School Notebook Oct 5, 2007
The children also enjoyed a recent science walk to Woodsom Farm accompanied by Claffey and her student teacher from Merrimack College, Mrs. Liz Wooly. . (Amesbury News, MA)
Around town: Words (for men) to live by Oct 2, 2007
HOLMES HITS THE BOOKS Congratulations to Adam M. Holmes of Abington who was named to the Dean s list at Merrimack College for the spring 2007 semester. Great work Adam. (Abington Mariner, MA)