Falcons name new coaches Nov 17, 2007
" Johnson played four years of high school basketball at Kansas City Central under the legendary Jack Bush. The 1999 team he played for placed third in the Class 4 state tournament. He attended Park University and presently is attending Webster University, working on a masters degree in management leadership. He coached in the Mayor's Night Hoops program in Kansas City for three years. "I want to build leadership at Van Horn," said Johnson, who is a student data analyst for the Kansas City... (The Examiner)
Local television news -- a look at where it is, where it's headed Nov 16, 2007
A. At a panel discussion last month at Point Park University, sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, the Greater Philadelphia Tourism Council, the Press Club of Western Pennsylvania and the Society of Professional Journalists, KDKA assistant news director Anne Linaberger said stations that don't stay on a breaking story put their ratings in peril. "When a big story happens, you get on with it and stay on with it until the big story is over,"... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Lighting it up Nov 15, 2007
Among this year's musical performances: The CLO Mini-Stars will perform at PPG Plaza at 5 p.m., and Point Park University singers will be caroling in the school's Alumni Park on Wood Street from 6 to 8 p.m.. Another holiday favorite -- ice skating at the PPG Place rink -- reopens for the season Friday at 11 a.m.. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
TWENTY SOMETHING: Kyle Williams: Williams chooses career he enjoys - in Freeport Nov 10, 2007
Williams attended North Park University in Chicago, and graduated in May 2005, with a bachelor of science degree in accounting. After college, he was offered an entry level accounting position at the Walgreen corporate office in Deerfield, but turned the offer down to return to the Freeport area. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Diplomatic relations Nov 7, 2007
"It depends on how people asked," says Ms. Curry, a Point Park University freshman majoring in advertising. She even has felt picked apart by family on both sides. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
McPherson College women lose 1-0 Nov 4, 2007
They are playing Park University today for the title. Mac coach Doug Quint said his team executed its game plan perfectly, and gave credit to the Coyotes for breaking through to score the goal. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
GOP challenger buying TV spots in days before mayor’s election Nov 4, 2007
But avoiding television might also be Ravenstahl s way of showing that he s confident he ll win Tuesday, said Anthony Moretti, an assistant professor of Journalism and Mass Communications at Point Park University. My gut reaction says that they still feel that, despite the bumpy road, they still expect Tuesday and Tuesday evening to go well for them, Moretti said of Ravenstahl s campaign. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Tireless athlete Nov 3, 2007
He lost his starting forward role, briefly, a week ago Saturday against MCAC arch-rival Park University in Parkville. Bellevue dropped the conference finale, a showdown between MCAC unbeatens, 2-0, but gained a measure of revenge with a 1-0 overtime win in the MCAC tournament finals to claim the league championship Saturday. (New Iberia, LA)
Oswald scores 24 points to lead Lady Cougars past Park University 71-65 Nov 3, 2007
Boonville Daily News - Sports. Saturday, November 03, 2007. (Boonville Daily News, MO)
OWU’s Rannabargar scrambles to 3rd in MCAC meet Nov 2, 2007
Park University won with 22 points followed by Haskell Indian Nations University with 45. Central Christian College came in fourth at 106 points. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Pastor's suicide has forced news directors to re-evaluate procedures Nov 2, 2007
At a panel discussion on TV news trends last week at Point Park University, regional news directors said the Dugan case had an impact on how they do their jobs. "I don't know how it could not," said KDKA assistant news director Anne Linaberger, who oversaw the Dugan story. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
In today's sports briefs... Oct 31, 2007
Park University s Maria Ruiz was named the conference s Offensive Player of the Year for an amazing fourth year in a row. Jessica Wachtler of Bellevue and Laura Forbes of College of St. Mary were named Co-Defensive Players of the Year. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Fiesty exchange in mayoral debate Oct 31, 2007
Ravenstahl, DeSantis trade barbs at Point Park University debate ... Ravenstahl, DeSantis trade barbs at Point Park University debate Candidates get feisty in latest mayoral race exchange Wednesday, October 31, 2007 By Dan Majors, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ... Steve Mellon / Post-Gazette Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl (left) and Republican challenger Mark DeSantis squared off during a debate at Point Park University's George R. White Auditorium Downtown last night. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Preview: 'Streets of America' Oct 30, 2007
This week, Pittsburgh sees the world premiere of just such an achievement, "Streets of America," staged at the Pittsburgh Playhouse by the theater program of Point Park University. To make some sense of the story so far, we talked with the three people most responsible for words, music and putting them together on stage -- composer (and book writer and lyricist) Michael Rupert, book writer and lyricist Matthew Riopelle and director Scott Wise. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Mayoral candidates punch harder as election nears Oct 29, 2007
The next debate is scheduled for 7 p.m. tomorrow at Point Park University, co-sponsored by KDKA-TV and the League of Women Voters. First published on October 29, 2007 at 12:00 am Tim McNulty can be reached at or 412-263-1581. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
The dreams of artist Rick Devin come to life Oct 25, 2007
With a degree in environmental design from Point Park University in Pittsburgh, his first job out of college was working for the Atomic Energy Commission where for two months he drew plans of nuclear reactors. Then he worked at an ad agency for a while. (Westerly Sun, RI)
More of this story Oct 16, 2007
The Lady Eagles played Peru State, the College of Saint Mary, Bellevue University and Park University. OWU opened by dropping a match to Peru State, losing two of the games by a total of just six points. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Glut of retail space Downtown? Oct 15, 2007
The panel, assembled by the Washington, D.C.-based Urban Land Institute, was in Pittsburgh recently to help Point Park University plan development of its Downtown campus. While the group urged the school to move its Pittsburgh Playhouse Downtown and to acquire two more buildings to add to its 14 properties, it came with a warning -- go slowly on street-level retail. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
College football: Carthage 40, North Park 18 Oct 14, 2007
The Carthage College football team took charge early Saturday against North Park University. Carthage scored two touchdowns in the first quarter en route to a 40-18 victory over North Park in a College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin game at Holmgren Athletic Complex in Chicago. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Prairie Lake Covenant sets fall festival Oct 13, 2007
Barbara Halleen is a graduate of North Park University with additional studies at several institutions, including St. Olaf College and the Minneapolis Institute of Art. The Chetek Alert 2007. (Chetek Alert, WI)
NEPA Philharmonic pays tribute to Elton John this weekend Oct 11, 2007
Hankewich also has served as artist-in-residence at Park University from 1999 to 2002, artistic director/conductor of the Philharmonia of Greater Kansas City from 1999 to 2002 and interim director of orchestra studies at the University of Kansas. Jean Meilleur was born in Madison, Wisc. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Study: Move Pittsburgh Playhouse Oct 6, 2007
Darrell Sapp / Post-Gazette An Urban Land Institute panel is recommending that Point Park University acquire two more buildings in the Golden Triangle, including (above) the building at 1 Smithfield Street for an "iconic theater complex". A panel of experts laid out its grand vision for Point Park University yesterday, one built around a move of the Pittsburgh Playhouse from Oakland to Downtown and acquisition of two prominent buildings to help transform the campus into an urban academic... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Point Park's new studio brings welcome space Oct 3, 2007
Lake Fong, Post-Gazette Point Park University freshman Amanda McCormick, 18, center, and her classmates practice at the advanced jazz class in the new dance studio ... Point Park University dance students are benefiting from all of the new technology that has become available from these new spaces. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
ON CAMPUS REPORT Oct 1, 2007
n The North Central College Cardinals scored 61 points on the gridiron as they dumped North Park University 61-34. Dakota grad Matt Wenger had six tackles (two solos), including two for four yards of loss. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Here and Now Sep 30, 2007
At Point Park University, Henderson will teach and, given the insatiable curiosity that drives him, take courses. And for Quantum Theatre he has just directed "Therese Raquin," Nicholas Wright's adaptation of Victor Hugo's famous 19th-century novel and play, which opened Friday. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
2007 Golden Triangle Award Winners Announced by IABC/Pittsburgh; United States Steel Wins Best in Show; Bayer's Greg Babe Receives Communicator Award Sep 27, 2007
Employee/Member Communication Award of Honor: Highmark, Inc., Lifestyle Returns Communication Managements - Other Award of Honor: Point Park University, New Year Greetings Award of Honor: University of Pittsburgh, Freedom House COMMUNICATION SKILLS PUBLICATIONS Magazines Award of Excellence: University of Pittsburgh, Pitt Med Award of Honor: Duquesne University, Duquesne University Magazine Award of Honor: Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Margaret LeMasters, Clinical Views Magazine Award of... (PR Newswire)
Collin Higher Education Center differs from model Sep 27, 2007
The collaborating universities are Benedictine University, Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Concordia University Chicago, DePaul University, Dominican University, Governors State University, Illinois State University, Kendall College, National-Louis University, North Park University, Northeastern Illinois University, Northern Illinois University, Roosevelt University, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Saint Xavier University, University of Illinois at Chicago, University of... (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Marineland annexation of The Hammock on hold Sep 24, 2007
News - newsjournalonline. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2007. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Police say arrested man is serial rapist Sep 15, 2007
com -- Police believe arrested man may be serial rapist. By Karen Kucher UNION-TRIBUNE BREAKING NEWS TEAM. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Point Park University's Lawrence Hall to Be Designated a Historic Landmark Sep 14, 2007
PITTSBURGH, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Point Park University's restored Lawrence Hall will be designated a historic landmark by the Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation on Thursday, September 20 at 10 a.m. Dr. Paul Hennigan, University President, Mariann Geyer, the University's Vice President for Institutional Advancement and David Vater, a PHLF trustee who is also a member of the organization's Historic Plaque Designation Committee, will unveil the plaque, which will be located... (PR Newswire)
Tasered at his own home: the Shawn Hicks story Sep 11, 2007
Instead of heading to his bedroom, Mr. Hicks, a 29-year-old business major at Point Park University, plopped himself face down and fully dressed on his cream-colored leather sofa in his living room. He also neglected to deactivate his home security system, which has a silent alarm. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Playhouse's 'Wilderness' a classy production Sep 11, 2007
Where: Playhouse Rep at Pittsburgh Playhouse of Point Park University, 222 Craft Ave., Oakland. When: Through Sept. 23; Thurs. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
UNC's Williams hall of famer, but KU's version? Sep 8, 2007
Marvin would have signed up to play for Roy if he were coaching Point Park University; that one was a done deal. So KU would have been imposing that season. (MSNBC -- Sports)
PG East preview: B Movie tradition thrives in play 'Zombies from Beyond' Sep 6, 2007
"It's taken until now to get someone to give me a chance." He teaches dance at Point Park University and co-owns "Dance Etc." dance school in the South Hills. "Zombies" begins in 1955 at the fictional Milwaukee Space Center, where Major Malone and his staff spot a flying saucer approaching. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Johnstown native teachs Cracow Szopka Workshop Sep 4, 2007
Motak, who is the Director of Alumni Affairs at Point Park University, has been teaching a workshop held in McKees Rocks and the South Hills in Pittsburgh for five years. He said you do not need any artistic skills to attend the class to make either a Cracow Szopka or Cracow Christmas Crche. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Luxury home specialists soldier on Sep 4, 2007
Members: Not Registered. for free extra services. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Growth makes Point Park U. big player in Pittsburgh development Sep 2, 2007
Sunday 02 September, 2007. With at least 16 properties under its control, Point Park has the opportunity to reshape the Wood Street corridor from Fort Pitt Boulevard to Forbes Avenue in much the same way the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has transformed Penn Avenue on the other side of the Golden Triangle. (NEPA News, PA)
Remembering Mayor O'Connor: A year later, family still struggling to let him go Sep 2, 2007
She volunteers in her three daughters' schools, works in marketing research and takes courses in elementary education at Point Park University and the Community College of Allegheny County. Terry O'Connor stopped going by "Father Terry," instead introducing himself as "Father O'Connor" at his two new parishes, Good Samaritan in Ambridge and St. John the Baptist in Baden. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
During state fair, UNL boss says it should move for university Aug 31, 2007
August 31, 2007 ONLINE EDITION. LINCOLN (AP) -- Fans of the Nebraska State Fair and its century-old location might have choked on their cotton candy Thursday had they attended a speech by a top University of Nebraska official just blocks away. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
PBT raises prices on single tickets Aug 31, 2007
Michele de la Reza and Peter Kope seemed to be in several places at once this summer, teaching at Point Park University's Summerdance program, Carnegie Mellon University's Dalcroze seminars and pre-college summer workshop, among numerous other offerings ... Also look for Keller's own choreography at the Shadyside Arts Festival, Labco Dance and Point Park University. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Back to school: Reading the classics Aug 31, 2007
P.K. Weston, who teaches composition and literature at Point Park University, recommends a variety of books ... Just as passionate about what well-educated Americans should read is P.K. Weston, who taught in the South before coming to Point Park University. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Park University names new dean of business school Aug 27, 2007
"My experiences in global business education will be an asset as we forge a new era in the School of Business and Management at Park University," Ogbuehi said in the release. "Part of our collective goal is to forge further ties between the local business community and the School of Business and Management in order to maximize the synergy that already exists in the environment.". (Bizjournals.com)
Evangelicals Turn Toward ... The Orthodox Church? Aug 27, 2007
And, according to Bradley Nassif, a professor at North Park University and the leading academic expert on Evangelical- Orthodox dialogue, the Antiochian Archdiocese has seen over 150 percent church growth in the last 20 years, approximately 75 percent of which is attributable to converts. While it's unlikely that the Orthodox Church--which, according to the best estimate, has only 1. (New Republic)
Teens spend summer in community-building projects Aug 26, 2007
J.J. plans to attend Point Park University after graduation, and pursue a career in sports management. "I'm a fan of pretty much all sports," J.J. said, although he said he intends to focus on football, representing as many Steelers as possible. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Curb appeal: Like a good neighbor, Point Park checks its look Aug 25, 2007
Point Park University has been one of Downtown Pittsburgh's slowly unfolding good-news stories ... With its growing real-estate holdings along Wood Street, the Boulevard of the Allies, Forbes Avenue and now Fort Pitt Boulevard, Point Park University is the second-largest property owner Downtown, after the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust ... As a bigger player on the Downtown scene, Point Park University is doing itself, and the city, a favor by plotting its future carefully. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
MSSU announces four junior college transfers Aug 24, 2007
His father, Doug played basketball at Park University. Comments. (Carthage Press, MO)
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Inspector general Aug 19, 2007
He earned his bachelor's degree in management from Park University in Missouri and a master's in health services management from Webster University, a worldwide university based in St. Louis. - By Karl W. Ritzler, for ajcjobs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Point Park University's enrollment spurs expansion Aug 19, 2007
Point Park University's enrollment growth spurs expansion. Point Park University's enrollment growth spurs expansion ... From its humble roots as a secretarial school 74 years ago, Point Park University could be poised to become a prime-time player in Downtown's ongoing redevelopment. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Lady Tigers picked 4th in MCAC Aug 17, 2007
Park University was picked to repeat as MCAC women's soccer champion, while Central Christian College's Lady Tigers were picked fourth. The preseason poll was announced Wednesday. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
PCC the doorway to many other colleges Aug 16, 2007
Other agreements assure that PCC grads are automatically awarded junior status at Kansas's public universities including Barclay College, Franklin University, Friends University, Southwestern College, Park University and Washburn University. Having these programs and assurances has had a positive affect on PCC.. (Pratt Tribune, KS)
KCKCC-powered Royals claim Ban Johnson baseball crown Aug 9, 2007
In four games, the Park University senior was a torrid 11 of 13 for an astronomical ... Three of the 13 former Blue Devils have closed out their college careers Fawks at Park University; Billy Sharp, Emporia State; and Martinez, Saint Mary; while Grant Kohlstadt has one year left at the University of Illinois-Chicago. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
American Eagle plays to teens with online TV episodes Aug 9, 2007
would say that it is a pretty well-crafted; I guess you'd use the word 'promotion, ' said Bob O'Gara, a public relations professor at Point Park University, Downtown. The retailer's presence shows up in a way he described as gentle. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Committee appoints new UG ethics commissioners Aug 7, 2007
He has also taught at Park University teaching state and local government. The Ad Hoc Ethic Commission Appointment Panel is comprised of Phil Sieve, Chief Judge of the Wyandotte County District Court; District Attorney Jerome Gorman; and Tom Standish, Wyandotte County legislative auditor. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Donnelly grad has dedicated life to elderly Aug 2, 2007
Bulley received a BA in social work from Park University in 2005. She is now working on an MA in social work from the University of Kansas. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
When scientific court testimony falters Jul 29, 2007
Matthew Pavelek is a graduate student in the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication at Point Park University. He can be reached at. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Fort Leonard Wood native Godwin is assistant trainer at William Jewell College Jul 27, 2007
Snow is a 2002 graduate of Park University in Parkville, Mo. with a degree in athletic training. (Waynesille Daily Guide, MO)
Wolves acquire help Jul 24, 2007
The emergence of point guard Walter Bethea, a Park University product, has helped the Wolves as well. Bethea has provided stability to the position. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Stage Preview: CLO ensemble shares spotlight Jul 22, 2007
And they come from all over, especially from Point Park University and Carnegie Mellon University, Cincinnati College of Music and the University of Michigan. The archetypal ensemble member is just out of school and has auditioned unsuccessfully before, because ensemble work is highly competitive. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Potential game designers get head start Jul 15, 2007
To be held at the Downtown-based Point Park University, the two-week video game design workshop is being coordinated in part by Catalyst Connection, a South Oakland-based economic development nonprofit. This is the second year the nonprofit has offered the program. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
USF Names Former Hornets' Aide David Grace Assistant Basketball Coach Jul 13, 2007
Grace, who spent 20 years in the Air Force, is a 2003 graduate of Park University in Parkville, Mo. where he graduated cum laude with a degree in human resources and a 3. (Usfdons.com)
PG East: Greensburg Salem's Roddy enjoys triple-threat status, is area athlete of the year Jul 5, 2007
Although basketball always seemed the most likely college choice for Roddy, her mind-set changed this year, and she has elected to play volleyball for Point Park University. Compiling a 4. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
World Voices Australia Jul 2, 2007
Choral singing is still an incredibly strong part of American cultural life, says Dilworth, who is associate professor of music at Chicago's North Park University School of Music. Recent statistics show about 30 million Americans - about one in 10 - sing in church, school or community choirs. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Local teen to perform in musical Jun 29, 2007
Dice, a Somerset graduate, is a student in the Conservatory of Performing Arts at Point Park University in Pittsburgh. She is majoring in dance with a concentration in jazz. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
MAC joins Nixon code of conduct Jun 26, 2007
The other schools to adopt the code are Avila University in Kansas City; Drury University in Springfield; Hannibal-LaGrange College in Hannibal; Missouri Valley College in Marshall; Park University in Parkville; Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar; State Fair Community College in Sedalia; and Three Rivers Community College in Poplar Bluff. Collectively those 11 schools account for about 49,000 students, Nixon said. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)