Oak Crest names nurse of the year Aug 13, 2008
McCann worked at Oak Crest as a teenager in the dietary department and then went on to attend Aurora University, where she received her nursing degree. She returned to work at Oak Crest for about four years and then left to work in a local physician's office. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Marroquin is latest Red Devil to play sports in college as Benedictine beckons Jul 29, 2008
Marroquin says he is excited about playing for the Eagles and has no plans to take it easy on his former high school teammate Jordan Petersen when they play Aurora University. Nope, I can t take it easy on Jordan, Marroquin said laughing. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Kaneland grad Goedken keeps improving Jul 25, 2008
Marcus Goedken has taken pride in getting better every year since stepping onto the Aurora University football field for limited playing time as a freshman. Now a senior, he'll be happy if he ends his final season with the Spartans just as it has begun. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
A Devil of a season Jul 5, 2008
Petersen, who will play football and baseball for Aurora University, achieved many of his goals as he rushed for 1,194 yards along with 21 touchdowns, but he added another weapon to his arsenal ... His receiving skills also made Aurora University take notice as he ll be lining up next to former St. Bede standout Ryan Milus. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Thomas to play basketball at Aurora University Jun 24, 2008
ARCOLA -- Beth Thomas, a recent graduate of Arcola High School, is to continue her basketball career at Aurora University, a Division III school of 4,000. I was pretty sure I wasn t going to be able to play college basketball after my knee injury, said Thomas, who averaged 7. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Here's to anticipating bigger things to come Jun 9, 2008
Frank and Nichols, who is headed to Aurora University, were fixtures in the starting lineup for three years. Giving due space. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Smith to take climb up Mt. Zion Jun 4, 2008
Smith, 46, has coached football for 23 seasons, including stops at Eureka College and Aurora University as well as Lake Park, Algonquin Jacobs, St. Charles, Genoa-Kingston, Burlington Central and Princeton high schools. Smith and his wife, Sharon, are the parents of four children, including football players Matthew, who will be a senior, and Jacob, an incoming sophomore, and two daughters, Michelle, 14, and Emily, 2. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Controlling the Game: Decker dominant inside circle Jun 3, 2008
The Cogs built a winning tradition, and as she heads to NCAA Division III Aurora University to carry on her softball career, Decker said it was important to leave a positive impression on the underclassmen; to ensure the bar remains firmly set high when it comes to their performance on the field. Teams used to play us and think it would be an easy game, Decker said. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
New high school principal hired at DC-G High School May 31, 2008
"Dr. Ouellette will be a great addition to our district. He will bring a lot of new ideas and enthusiasm to our high school." Ouellette received his bachelor's degree in technology education from the University of Northern Iowa in 2001, and his master's degree in educational leadership from Aurora University in Illinois in 2004. He was a teacher at Hampshire Middle/High School in Illinois, a school Oullette said is the same size as DC-G from 2001 to 2003. (Dallas County News, IA)
Police, firefighters use drill to prep for campus shooting at ISU May 30, 2008
The 18-year-old is a nursing major at Aurora University, a campus about 15 minutes from NIU. Watching rescue workers carry a mock victim bloodied with theater makeup Frison recalled the NIU incident and how it made colleges in Illinois realize a tragedy like that could happen again. ISU student Carrie Pruett, who played a victim, also connected the event to NIUs tragedy. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
No jinxes in way of Mattoon softball May 29, 2008
Two of the Green Wave s fourth-year players, Aubrey Frank and Jessica Nichols, are moving on to play softball in college, at Lake Land and Aurora University, respectively. Hilgenberg, who, along with Danielle Flowers, is to enroll at Lake Land, has expressed interest in walking on there. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Morrison explodes past Cogs May 25, 2008
Decker will pitch for Aurora University next season. Decker helped orchestrate the Cogs' turnaround with a streak of three straight regional titles that started in 2006. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
NCIC's two divisions to cross paths May 8, 2008
College bounders: Hall standout Jordan Petersen, who homered under the lights Monday against Princeton, said he s planning on playing baseball for Aurora University next year. He said they are just working out the financial aspects. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Tourville Joins WT Soccer Coaching Staff Apr 16, 2008
Additionally, Tourville was the head men's coach at Aurora University from 1992-97, earning his bachelor's degree in corporate and professional communication from the school in 1993. During his time in the Chicago area, he served as a coach for the Rockford Raptors, a USISL professional team. (Gobuffsgo.com)
Player Diary : Lindsay Decker Apr 10, 2008
Future College: Aurora University. We practiced a little bit after school today but we really couldn't do much again. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
A commitment to help others Apr 5, 2008
Her desire to be closer to family brought her back last year, she said, despite her enrollment in the masters program at Aurora University ... No slacker in terms of education, she s now a graduate student at Aurora University. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Thirty Genoa-Kingston students vie for Main Street Scholarships Mar 25, 2008
Lindsay Decker, Genoa, Aurora University, elementary education. Elaine Dhamer, Genoa, KC, math and art. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
H-BR schools superintendent starts in July Mar 20, 2008
Hammack received his bachelor's and master's degrees from Pacific Lutheran University in Washington state, and is working on a doctorate in educational leadership at Aurora University. He is married with four children, according to information on Indian Creek High School's Web site. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Augie's Giovanine named CCIW Coach of the Year Mar 6, 2008
They will face Aurora University (22-6) at 8 p.m. Friday following the Washington-Wooster game. With three straight CCIW crowns, Gio-vanine s Vikings join some elite company. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Business Briefcase Feb 15, 2008
Aurora University sets HR workshop Feb. 27. A free workshop on human resources is being offered by Aurora University. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Knapek keeps on improving Feb 1, 2008
Next year Knapek would like to continue his football career and has narrowed his list of schools down to Aurora University, Carroll College, Rockford College, and Rock Valley Community College. Knapek said he will take the skills learned on the mat back onto the gridiron next fall. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Mini-theaters provide big inspiration Jan 27, 2008
Curran, associate professor of theater at Aurora University, uses them to hand-craft mini-theater sets for stage productions at Aurora University and Steel Beam Theater in St. Charles ... Aurora University will present the play starting in mid-March ... Aurora University freshman Bridget O'Malley will perform in the upcoming Anna in the Tropics. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Police Chief Fritz confirms position Jan 13, 2008
Fritz graduated from Aurora University, received advanced police leadership training from Northwestern University's Center for Public Safety School of Police Staff and Command and Executive Management Program. He also received over 2,000 hours of specialized training in administration, supervision, criminal investigation, traffic accident investigation, patrol procedures, defensive tactics and weaponry. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
‘Velcro-philosophy': Educator's unique approach to teaching introduces fingerprinting Dec 20, 2007
The veteran teacher also has taught graduate classes at Bradley University and at Aurora University in science education. He is also the recipient of the 2004 Wal-Mart teacher of the year and 2006 Western Illinois University Teacher of the Year. (Pekin Times, IL)
Jake Mott contributes to Millikin's wins Dec 13, 2007
Fans at Miilikin's Griswold Center got an exciting game when the Big Blue tipped off aginst Aurora University on Nov. 28th. Jake Mott, a Hoopeston native, came into the game midway through the second quarter. (Hoopeston Chronicle, IL)
‘We help out where we can' Nov 29, 2007
Sabin oversees a staff of 12, including two social-work interns from Aurora University. We re small, but we re forceful, Sabin said. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
(More)No state teams, but a lot of area ties Nov 22, 2007
Doug Bruyn played for Aurora University after graduating from PHS and got his start coaching at Sterling, helping his former high school coach, Max Gaumer. He also coached at Annawan when he sold insurance there before moving to Morris. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Reder has big game in AU football win Oct 28, 2007
Aurora University scored 83 points to finish third at the Northern Athletics conference meet. Kevin Peters placed 10th with a time of 28:14 while Jake Schlueter was 11th in 28:26. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
ON CAMPUS REPORT Sep 17, 2007
Reed, who teams with Brittany Storhoff, defeated tandems from Aurora University, Benedictine University and Rockford College. Edgewood defeated Aurora and Benedictine by 8-1 scores in the team battle. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Gerace retiring as lieutenant Sep 14, 2007
Gerace attended Kishwaukee College, Northern Illinois University and Aurora University, and received a bachelor's degree in criminal justice. He spent 30-plus years in area law enforcement agencies. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
NIU gets $1.5 mil grant Aug 26, 2007
As part of Project Success, a five-year statewide initiative to help ESL teachers hone their skills, NIU will team up with colleges including Aurora University, Judson College, North Central College and Lewis University. It also will work closely with K-12 districts including DeKalb, Lee-Ogle, Elgin, Schaumburg and Waukegan. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
KCH Auxiliary, Kishwaukee Health Foundation Scholarships awarded Jul 25, 2007
This year's recipients are Stephanie Anda, Aurora University, B.S. nursing; Leah Brown, NIU, dietetics; Rebecca Burgess, NIU, clinical lab science; Marc Gorski, University of Iowa, pharmacy; Kelly Greene, NIU, B.S. nursing; Christine Hadley, KC radiologic technology. Also, Lauretta Hanson, KC, R.N.; Tiffany Kerber, NIU, B.S. nursing; Tara Kersten, Medical College of Wisconsin/Milwaukee, M.D.; Jenna Kim, University of Illinois, M.D.; Jennifer Lavoie, KC, R.N.; Rebekah Lawrence, Saint Ambrose... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Six vie for Miss Marigold title Jul 13, 2007
She attends Aurora University. Jamie Morgan, daughter of Brian Morgan and Sue Buster. (Pekin Times, IL)
10 things to do this weekend Jul 6, 2007
There you'll hear AN ALL-AMERICAN CELEBRATION as part of the Music by the Lake Series at George Williams College of Aurora University. July 7, 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $11 - $27. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Samantha Akers Jul 5, 2007
Bureau County Republican - Education. Thursday, July 5, 2007 1:13 AM CDT. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Aurora football gets another Trojan recruit Jun 12, 2007
CHARLESTON Jeremy Shores plans to join two former Charleston High School teammates on the Aurora University football team ... Jeremy is someone we will count on to be a key contributor during his career at Aurora University ... Jeremy joins a strong incoming class of recruits to Aurora University s football team. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Ed Nordenschild Named Director Of Strength And Conditioning At Virginia Apr 26, 2007
" Before moving to the college level, Balis was an assistant football coach and worked in the area of strength and conditioning at Wheaton Warrenville South High School for two years and at Wheaton North High School for three years. Both high schools are located in Wheaton, Ill. He also taught physical education at the elementary school level during that five-year period. Balis earned a bachelor's degree in education from Northern Illinois University in 1996 and a master's degree in educational... (Virginiasports.com)
University study group forms to consider education options for observatory’s future mission Mar 2, 2007
In addition to Kron, the study group consists of John Anderson, Anderson Enterprises LLC; Marge Bardeen, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory; Bill Duncan, Aurora University; Lucy Fortson, Adler Planetarium; Harold Friestad, Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy; Jim Gee, Yerkes Observatory; Jim Lattis, University of Wisconsin at Madison; Ted Parge, Aurora University; and Don York, the Horace B. Horton Professor in Astronomy physics and the College. A Web site, which will be located at , is being... (Univeristy of Chicago Chronicle, IL)
Neighbors in the News Feb 18, 2007
He also earned a Master of Arts in educational leadership from Aurora University ... Fitzmaurice is a 2001 graduate of Columbia University with a degree in music business management and is pursuing a master's degree in teaching at Aurora University ... Wickness is a 2001 graduate of University of Iowa with a degree in education and is pursuing a master's degree in teaching at Aurora University. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Wenger Corp. Names Barry Swanquist Vice President of Marketing and Product Development Feb 8, 2007
Swanquist earned a master's degree in management from Aurora University in Aurora, Ill. and a bachelor of science degree in economics from Wheaton College, Wheaton, Ill. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Business people Jan 30, 2007
Brown has a graduate degree from Aurora University in recreational administration and has worked for Camp Fire since 2002, most recently as an interim director of school-age programs. Dana Dodds will be contract administrator with Alaska-based Bratslavsky Consulting Engineers. (Anchorage Daily News)
Aurora University students and faculty were among guests at the third annual Abrahamic Traditions dinner on Jan. 6 in Mount Prospect. From left are Steven Binns of DeKalb, AU senior social work major; an unidentified server; and Tim Brauhn of Aurora, Fellow, AU Wackerlin Center for Faith and Action, who was the emcee for the program. Martin Forward of Aurora, Wackerlin Center executive director and AU professor of religion, was one of three keynote speakers. The Chicago-based Niagara Foundation sponsored the event celebrating Christian, Muslim and Jewish faiths. Provided photo Jan 27, 2007
Aurora University students and faculty were among guests at the third annual Abrahamic Traditions dinner on Jan. 6 in Mount Prospect. From left are Steven Binns of DeKalb, AU senior social work major; an unidentified server; and Tim Brauhn of Aurora, Fellow, AU Wackerlin Center for Faith and Action, who was the emcee for the program. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
• Lady Reds run away with victory Jan 4, 2007
The Carthage women's basketball team ran away from Aurora University Wednesday night at Kenosha. The Lady Reds used 14-0 and 11-1 runs during the first half to break open the nonconference game and win 63-43. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Son Gives Life To His Mom Dec 31, 2006
He's a junior at Aurora University majoring in accounting. . (CBS2Chicago.com, IL)
Soldiers talk to families over video hookups Dec 8, 2006
Dexter joined the Marines in the summer between his junior and senior year at Aurora University, where he graduated with a degree in law enforcement. He is currently serving in his second tour and, like Raymer, is expected to return in March. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Federal Signal Corporation Announces Appointment of Vice President and Chief Information Officer Nov 23, 2006
Prior to this, Wons served as CIO for a $2 billion division of Waste Management Inc. Wons is a graduate of the Kellogg Management Institute at Northwestern University Graduate School of Management, holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Governors State University, and holds a Diploma in Management from Aurora University in Aurora, Ill. ABOUT FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: ) is a global leader in advancing security and well-being for communities and workplaces around... (PR Newswire)
MC womens soccer tie, Sep 6, 2006
MONMOUTH - Monmouth College and Aurora University battled their way to a 1-1 tie Friday. Amanda Nerts scored the only goal for the Fighting Scots in the first half of the contest. (Monmouth Daily Review Atlas, IL)
New Canton police chief visits, prepares for duties Jul 25, 2006
Since then, he graduated from Aurora University, received advanced police leadership training from Northwestern University s Center for Public Safety School of Police Staff and Command and Executive Management Program, and also received over 2,000 hours of specialized training in administration, supervision, criminal investigation, traffic accident investigation, patrol procedures, defensive tactics and weaponry. Fritz says he looks forward to transfering the experience and knowledge he has... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Maples to join former CHS teammate at Aurora Jul 8, 2006
CHARLESTON -- For the second time in three years, Charleston is sending a center to Aurora University s football team. Daniel Maples, the second-team All-Apollo Conference lineman from last year s Charleston IHSA playoff qualifier, was not necessarily looking to follow 2004 graduate Collin Smith. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Shelbyville grad to play football, baseball at Illinois Wesleyan Jun 9, 2006
Ladd, a quarterback on the Rams football team, which reached the Class 3A playoffs this past year before being eliminated by St. Joseph-Ogden, 41-8, chose the Division III school over several others including Aurora University (football), Kaskaskia College (baseball), Illinois College (basketball), and MacMurray (basketball). Illinois Wesleyan is a great school, said Ladd. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Luxury resort in stars for U. of C. observatory Jun 9, 2006
The deal with Mirbeau represents a defeat for Aurora University, operator of the neighboring George Williams College, which spearheaded a rival bid for the property last year. The winning bidder, which runs Mirbeau Inn & Spa in Skaneateles, N.Y., has said its plan will provide a solid financial footing so the observatory can be used for science education programs in the future. (FOX59, IN)
Xlibris Releases an Astonishing Book About Baseball's Unforgettable Celebrity -- New Book Introduces Chicago White Sox Manager Ozzie Guillen and Recalls His Countless Memorable Comments, Outbursts and Unique Personality Jun 8, 2006
Jim has a M.S. degree in Urban Parks and Recreation from the George Williams College at Aurora University, in Aurora, Illinois, and attended North Park College and Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago where he received his B.S. degree. Currently, he recently retired after working 30 years in parks and recreation administration and resides in Clermont, Florida. (Primezone Releases)
Remembering pioneer of modern Chinese art Mar 9, 2006
He also worked with an unidentified teacher who had studied Western painting in Japan and briefly attended Aurora University, which was run by French Catholic missionaries. The classes included lessons in life-drawing, anatomy, perspective, and the use of Western media, such as watercolour, oils and gouache. (Xinhuanet, China)
