Vero Beach Struggling To Score Runs Jul 28, 2008
The Eckerd College product was called up to Montgomery to catch a few innings earlier this week, but has not been a productive hitter in the pros since signing a free agent contract after his solid career in the Sunshine State Conference. Local fans have still gotten their moneys worth when it comes to watching true professional hitters. (Tampa Bay, TheInsiders.com)
26 compete for Queen of the River title Jul 18, 2008
Alissa Johnson, daughter of John and Cathy Johnson of Sioux City, a 2007 graduate of East High School and a sophomore this fall at Eckerd College. Emily Junck, daughter of Tom and Doris Junck of Sioux City, a 2007 graduate of Bishop Heelan High School and a sophomore this fall at the University of Iowa. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Academic achievers Jun 23, 2008
Rebecca attended Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall all four of her high school years and will be attending Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Florida in the fall. Fallon given art education award at Montserrat. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Glacier Pilots rally past Bears Jun 13, 2008
After two Pilots flew out, former East standout Joey Scott, who plays college ball at Eckerd College, followed with a double to left field that plated Kurland. Two batters later, Anchorage's Joe Scott - no typo - doubled to drive in Eric Zimmermann, a West graduate who pinch ran for Joey Scott, and Matt Harughty, who had walked and stole second. (Anchorage Daily News)
HILLSBOROUGH REPORT May 30, 2008
Gaither senior and former forward Kornilous Donnell has signed with Division II Eckerd College, Eckerd men s coach Tom Ryan confirmed on Wednesday. Ryan said Donnell signed on May 20th, but didn t receive the actual letter-of-intent until Wednesday. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Keynotes for May 29 May 29, 2008
Wed May 28, 2008, 02:30 PM EDT. SPECIAL OLYMPICS- School Day Games, the fourth annual Special Olympics in Hudson, will be held Tuesday, June 3 from 3-6:30 p.m. at Morgan Bowl, Riverside Park. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Dale Layer Joins MU May 5, 2008
After graduating with a bachelor's of arts in psychology from Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Fla ... Before moving on to Queens University, Layer spent seven of the next eight years at Eckerd College, except for the 1982-83 season when he was an assistant at Eastern Kentucky. (Marquette Sports -- Rivals.com)
Class of the state: Six from First Coast make a pitch May 5, 2008
693 batting average) headlines a strong group of hitters that includes freshman Sarah Doring and Eckerd College signee Ashley Silva. Its history: In just their second playoff appearance, the Stallions breezed into the final four with a mercy-rule shortened regional final victory. (Florida Times-Union)
Williams Adds Dale Layer To Staff May 4, 2008
After graduating with a bachelors of arts in psychology from Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Fla ... Before moving on to Queens University, Layer spent seven of the next eight years at Eckerd College, except for the 1982-83 season when he was an assistant at Eastern Kentucky ... Coach Eckerd College. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Fleming Island saves season with late run Apr 17, 2008
Providence softball CF Ashley Silva signed with Eckerd College. Staff writer Francine King and The Associated Press contributed to this report. (Florida Times-Union)
Courtney Donovan: A standout on and off the court Apr 10, 2008
So far, she has looked at Stonehill College, University of Maine and Eckerd College in Florida. I m keeping my options open. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
This big baseball fan missed a major baseball story Mar 20, 2008
Little did I know then my son would one day be pitching there when the Rays opened their regular season with an exhibition game at Al Lang Field against Eckerd College, where my son was playing ball ... The most personal memory I have of that stadium, however, is not baseball, but rather the fact the year my son graduated from Eckerd College, graduation ceremonies were held at Tropicana Field. (Florida Times-Union)
Material: Contemporary Ceramic Sculptors Mar 5, 2008
Casey McDonough holds an MFA in Ceramics from the Rhode Island School of Design, and a BS in Studio Art and Marine Biology from Eckerd College. Using his background in Science, his works relate to social interactions and their relationship to scientific principles. (AbsoluteArts.com)
Eckerd fills two endowed professorship posts Feb 26, 2008
Malhotra joined the Eckerd College faculty in 1985 as an assistant professor and has risen through the ranks to full professor. He is the discipline coordinator for the business management major in the Program for Experienced Learners and the key mentor for the seniors in that field, according to a release. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Dan Rather Reports to Provide Live Coverage of the Florida Primary on HDNet Jan 25, 2008
Dan Rather Reports on Politics: The Florida Primary will take place in front of a live audience at the Miller Auditorium at Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, FL. A simulcast of the event will be aired at Fox Hall, an auditorium also at the college. Rather will be joined on the broadcast by veteran campaign strategists Republican Mike Murphy and Democrat Donald Fowler - both providing additional analysis and commentary on the primary results as they come in. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Eckerd College 2008 Baseball Preview Jan 22, 2008
The Eckerd College baseball team took on its fair share of lumps last spring, winning only five games in the Sunshine State Conference on the way to a 19-28 record ... The Eckerd College baseball team took on its fair share of lumps last spring, winning only five games in the Sunshine State Conference on the way to a 19-28 record. (Tampa Bay, TheInsiders.com)
China casts wary eye on North Korea Dec 5, 2007
In a study titled, "How North Korea threatens China's interests", conducted by Gregory Moore, assistant professor of political science at the St. Petersburg, Florida-based Eckerd College, the start of the decline in PRCDPRK amity coincided quite closely with the rise of Kim Jong-Il in the late 1980s and the early 1990s. It was sealed with the passing of Kim Il-Sung in 1994, and contact between Beijing and Pyongyang broke down almost completely between 1994 and 1999. (Asia Times Online)
More of this story Nov 27, 2007
Visiting Eckerd College scored the first 13 points of the game and was never headed in cruising to a 79-54 win over the Webber Lady Royals on Nov. 15. Eckerd stretched its lead to 44-28 at intermission. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Roundup: W.Va. State men top Mars Hill 82-65 Nov 24, 2007
MINNESOTA ST. 122, OHIO VALLEY 72: The Mavericks set a team scoring record in their blowout win in the first round of the Eckerd College Classic in St. Petersburg, Fla. Continue 1. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- Sports)
Busy hoops weekend for WVC schools, Tech Nov 23, 2007
Ohio Valley will play in the Eckerd College Classic in St. Petersburg, Fla. today and Saturday. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- Sports)
Bulldogs Finish Fourth At ACCs Nov 12, 2007
- Yale finished fourth at this weekend's Atlantic Coast Championships held at Eckerd College. The Bulldogs were first among the Ivy League teams competing in the Regatta, beating out Brown (fifth), Harvard (seventh), and Penn (14th). (Goyalebulldogs.com)
The Boras Factor Nov 11, 2007
After allowing the home run show to carry on for many years under the leadership of general manager Brian Sabean, an alumnus of Eckerd College (known for producing great baseball minds, apparently), will the Giants, once again, invest the majority of their payroll towards two players, potentially Rodriguez and last years overpriced free agent of the offseason, left-handed pitcher (perhaps unsurprisingly, a Boras client, too), who struggled through a mediocre campaign in his first year... (Tampa Bay, TheInsiders.com)
Patriot League Men's Basketball Release - 11.7.07 Nov 8, 2007
A 1995 graduate of Eckerd College, Reed (Ph. D.) will embark on his first head coaching opportunity, with the season opener on Saturday at Cornell. (Patriotleague.com)
Participating colleges Nov 5, 2007
Schools taking part in NSSE - USATODAY.com. Take the first step towards finding a better job. (USA Today)
Eckerd says 'U-CAN' to prospective students Nov 4, 2007
Kathleen Cabble Donald Eastman, Eckerd College president, with the home page of the University and College Accountability Network, which is a new national information resource. Related News. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
President wants brother to run again Nov 3, 2007
A professor of ceramics at Eckerd College bridges art and music with his unique ceramic instruments. Multimedia report. (Yahoo News -- Bush Family)
Jake Cox is following in his family's tradition Nov 1, 2007
Jake is currently a senior at Eckerd College in St. Petersburg and recently accepted early admission to the University of South Florida College of Medicine. He will begin his medical studies in August 2008. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)
HP gives dollars, equipment to Eckerd College Oct 24, 2007
Founded in 1958 in St. Petersburg, Eckerd College is a private, coeducational college of liberal arts and sciences related by covenant to the Presbyterian Church. Related Industry News. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Telling off a colleague - silently Oct 24, 2007
The idea is to probe whether someone is predisposed to festering in a cycle of anger that produces more bad thoughts that then create more anger, says Craig Runde, director of new program development at Eckerd College Leadership Development Institute, St. Petersburg, Fla. Ruminating too much, he says, eeps you stuck. (Boulder Colorado Daily, CO)
Argos lose in five-game match Oct 22, 2007
Boosted by the season's largest crowd, sporting a national ranking and playing for a worthy cause, the No. 24-ranked Argos locked into a five-game match with Eckerd College, but lost a 17-15 tiebreaker in the deciding set. The two teams split the first four games of the match. (Pensacola News Journal)
UWF volleyball game against Eckerd CollegePhotographs of University of West Florida volleyball game against the Eckerd College Tritons Sunday afternoon at the UWF Field House. This event was also held in conjunction with the Pensacola Breast Cancer Association as part of the "Pack It Pink" breast cancer awareness observance. Oct 22, 2007
UWF volleyball game against Eckerd College (1 of 12). UWF head volleyball coach Melissa Wolter, center, talks with her team Sunday afternoon before the beginning of their game against the Eckerd College Tritons at the UWF Field House. (Pensacola News Journal)
Wolter handling her toughest match Oct 18, 2007
n WHO: Eckerd College at West Florida ... Her drive will be recognized Sunday when the Argos (24-3, ranked No. 24 in the NCAA Division II poll) play Eckerd College at the UWF Field House ... Wolter and her team are looking to help others Sunday when the Argos "Pack it Pink" against Eckerd College. (Pensacola News Journal)
FAU Prepares for NSU Shark Invitational Oct 13, 2007
Indianapolis, Lynn University, Florida Tech, and defending tournament champion Eckerd College will also be competing, along with NAIA participants Johnson and Wales, Embry-Riddle and Northwood (FL). Play begins on the 6,806-yard par 72 Haig Course at 8:30 a.m. on Monday with 36 continuous holes. (Fausports.com)
Breaking Down The Past Couple Of Weeks Oct 11, 2007
However, especially since Evers, a successful manager at Triple-A Durham, attended Eckerd College (and I have a Tritons bias), I am skeptical about the real reasons behind this decision. When there Fire Maddon effort was in full swing on the streets of St. Petersburg and the letters section of the St. Petersburg Times sports page in the middle of the year and even though Maddon has had tremendous support from management Evers was always mentioned as the most likely replacement if... (Tampa Bay, TheInsiders.com)
Database Scoring Private Colleges Oct 8, 2007
The more sources of information out there, the better informed families will be. " When colleges protested the U.S. News rankings, the magazine's editor, Brian Kelly, told The New York Times then that he applauded any effort to come up with new data, adding that "if a few presidents don't want to participate, we understand. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Eckerd College joins new college ranking system Oct 4, 2007
Members: Not Registered. for free extra services. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Notes: Shields done for season Sep 19, 2007
The Official Site of The Tampa Bay Devil Rays: News: Tampa Bay Devil Rays News. 09/19/2007 2:02 AM ET Notes: Workhorse Shields shut down Team wants to preserve young arm; outfielder coming up By Bill Chastain / MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
EDWARDS, HAYER AMONG LEAGUE’S TOP PROSPECTS Aug 30, 2007
Mayotte, who won more than 800 collegiate games at Eckerd College and Troy State University, led the Golden Eagles to a 34-6 regular-season finish and first place in the Eastern Division. Glens Falls set a league record with its. (Little Falls Evening Times, NY)
UWF fall teams aim high Aug 9, 2007
Sept. 14"vs. Eckerd College, 7:30 p.m.Sept. 16"at Concordia (Ala ... Oct. 21"vs. Eckerd College, 1 p.m.Oct. 26"at North Alabama, 7 p.m.. (Pensacola News Journal)
Bonds faces stress test on the road Jul 31, 2007
"Half the problem is that he is trying so hard," said Giants hitting coach Joe Lefebvre, who played in the majors for the Yankees, Padres, and Phillies after he starred at Concord (N.H.) High and Eckerd College in Florida. "It's hard enough to get a hit in the big leagues, let alone hit a home run.". (Boston Globe)
Some colleges take issue with magazine's rankings Jul 30, 2007
Your Connection to the. but as I got into the process, the school itself was more important," he said. "I don't think U.S. News was a litmus test for where I was going to apply. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Bay Pro-Am League Gives Opportunity To Players, Officials Jul 17, 2007
Guys might come up to me after I call a foul and say, 'C'mon, man, you used to do it,' but I'm not worried about that. I know what to look for out there on the court. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Golf's Conor McMahon Qualifies for U.S. Public Links Tournament Jun 28, 2007
McMahon, who transferred to GW from Eckerd College in Florida, competed in 12 tournaments during the 2006-07 season. He placed among the top 10 in two tournaments and has three top-20 finishes as well. (Gwsports.com)
Eckerd College Stops Participating In College Rankings Jun 21, 2007
" Eastman made the decision this week during a two-day meeting of the Annapolis Group, a Maryland-based association of liberal arts colleges. Eckerd, with about 2,500 students, is a member. In a statement, the group wrote that a majority of the 80 presidents attending had "expressed their intent not to participate in the annual U.S. News survey. " Rollins College in Winter Park, the only other Florida member of the Annapolis Group, is not among that majority. Its provost, Roger Casey, said... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Exeter upended by Post 79 Jun 19, 2007
Boyd graduated from Manchester Central in 2006 and spent this year at Eckerd College (Fla. . (Seacoast New Hampshire)
A life of 'Price'-shopping Jun 14, 2007
"When I was a student at Eckerd College, my roommates would TiVo every episode, and we'd get together to watch it, screaming out prices.". When a friend's wedding took O'Leary and her college pals to San Diego, they were too close to Los Angeles not to try to get on the show. (Orlando Sentinel -- Entertainment)
Neal fans 15 as Davies Tech rolls Jun 7, 2007
" The Patriots amassed 10, four of the extra-base variety, but mustered only one over the first three frames against junior starter Matt Leary, who had entered with a 3-1 mark. In fact, they left the bags jammed in the top of the first before watching Mount Pleasant snare a 2-0 advantage in the bottom half. Curtis Burke opened it with a ground single to left, and Neal walked Joe Benevides before hitting Cam Stanzione (a senior bound for Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Fla.) to load the bases.... (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Concord-Carlisle shuts out Reading May 26, 2007
Gymnastics Massachusetts took seventh place out of 14 teams at the High School Girls' Nationals at Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Fla. Massachusetts scored 109 points. (Boston Globe)
Tops on campus: Glamour honors UM junior Hilary Martens for work inside and outside classroom May 21, 2007
Martens' photograph and profile kick off a nine-page spread that includes nine other inspiring women honored by the magazine who represent Harvard University, Yale University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Northwestern University, Swathmore College, Arizona State University, Eckerd College and the University of Wisconsin. he sheer range of Hilary's talents and interests impressed us: She is a double major in physics and music, brilliant enough to land a summer research position with... (Missoulian, MT)
At 80, graduate is aiming for a master's in art May 21, 2007
Deborah Wilson, 52, is one of the nontraditional students Eckerd College caters to ... Linda Johnson, the student services coordinator for the program for experienced learners at Eckerd College, said Morey is driven ... Morey wrote, illustrated and sent four books to publishing companies while she was pursuing her studies at Eckerd College. (Herald-Tribune)
Dolphin Scholarship Foundation selects new scholars for awards May 17, 2007
Drew D. Murray, son of EMCM(SS) Derek D. Murray, who is assigned to Submarine Squadron 4, will be attending Eckerd College. "We are proud of our son and the achievements he's made," said Murray, "It shows that perseverance pays off; this is the fourth time he has applied, and with two kids in college it is greatly appreciated." Also selected were Alexander S. Florez, son of retired Reservist ISC(SS) Abraham C. Florez, and Jordan E. Taylor, daughter of former Cmdr. (The Dolphin, CT)
EAST MANATEE SPORTS May 17, 2007
Lakewood Ranch graduate Matt Heller finished his first college baseball season, leading Eckerd College with a. 370 batting average while starting all 47 of the Tritons' games. (Herald-Tribune)
Tampa Prep's Perkins Opts For Saint Leo May 16, 2007
He could have gone to a Division I school, but it wasn't the right fit for him. I'm proud he chose a program that was the right fit for him. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Darula looks to get career back on track with Bluefish May 4, 2007
"Tommy is a great guy, in spring training he talked to everyone and gave us all pointers," said Darula, who will turn 33 in October and earned All-American honors while at Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Fla. "He obviously knows the game extremely well.". (Stamford Advocate)
Text Messaging Booms at U.S. Colleges Apr 21, 2007
Casey Paquet, Web manager at Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Fla. has already made his decision, and in his school's case, students must sign up for the service. (eWeek)
Mailbag Questions Apr 19, 2007
I am a student at Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Florida, located just five miles away from Tropicana Field. During my work for the site, I will focus the majority of my efforts on the top prospects throughout the Devil Rays' organization. (Tampa Bay, TheInsiders.com)
In the Sarasota Film Festival's charm offensive, she's the general Apr 16, 2007
Gigi visited here once a winter throughout her childhood and in 1991, at 19, decided to take a break from college to settle here for a year or so and learn English in an intensive program at Eckerd College. She found a job hostessing at the old Caf de Paris on Tamiami Trail, for many years an unofficial headquarters for this area's French community. (Herald-Tribune)
Gomez Lifts Hillsborough Apr 14, 2007
" The game was played as a way for some players to get more exposure for college coaches, which may have worked for Riverview's Ashley Milian, who was virtually unstoppable inside. She had a game-high 20 points and dominated the boards. "I just wanted to win," said Milian, who plans to attend Saint Leo and was hoping her performance might land her a scholarship. "I wanted to win and get some exposure, just give it your all and try to make a difference (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
The Friday Rail Apr 13, 2007
" The second-year coach said the school deserves a coach who can work on campus. Frazier said he will continue to support area basketball, including organizing the Southeast Basketball Association Shootout at Tampa Prep in November. Hillsborough ended the season 7-18. Meanwhile, Brandon senior guard Jeremy Jackson has committed to Tennessee Tech University, making him only the second boys basketball player from Hillsborough County to sign a Division I scholarship this year. "I feel it's going to... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Teens' View Of Other Side Rebuffed At Giuliani Rally Apr 6, 2007
" His house was the St. Petersburg High School auditorium. Dimatteo says he rented out the hall and therefore had the right to control what people did inside. The event was billed as a rally for supporters, but tickets weren't needed for admission. Shah attended with his friends Matt Hall and Alec Ewig and saw several teachers there, too. Courts have been inconsistent about restricting dissent at political rallies, said Eckerd College political scientist and lawyer Robert Wigton. The decisions... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Mocs Put Saint Leo Away With Early Runs Apr 4, 2007
Tim Dodd and Matt Braly had three hits and a home run each Tuesday to lead Southeastern to a 15-4 baseball rout of Eckerd College (13-17) in Lakeland. Will Gonzalez, Andrew Seip and David Moskovitz also had three hits each for the Fire (33-13), which took a 12-2 lead in the fourth inning. (The Ledger)
Institute Wants $15 Million For Shipshape Research Lab Mar 26, 2007
" The Suncoaster ships out 180 days a year, and covers about 150 miles of sea each day. Any more would cost too much money, Ogden said. Its smaller cousin, the 71-foot Bellows, operates mostly as a floating classroom for university students in the state. Agencies such as the Mote Marine Laboratory and the Department of Environmental Protection use the Suncoaster as their research lab. Last week, Mote Marine shipped about seven miles off Anna Maria Island to electronically tag 71 sharks to... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Softball Downs Eckerd, 10-2, For Sixth Straight Win Mar 18, 2007
- The Wayne State University softball team (12-6) won its sixth straight game, third by run-rule, with a 10-2 triumph over Eckerd College on Saturday afternoon in the Warriors final game of their spring break trip. Freshman (Kitchener, Ont. (Wsuathletics.com)
Softball Wins Fifth Straight, 3-0 Over Indiana (Pa.) Mar 18, 2007
WSU concludes its spring break trip at 5 p.m. today against Eckerd College. (Wsuathletics.com)
Gov. Crist's Accuser Is A Study In Contrasts Mar 18, 2007
" Picking Up The Pieces She emerged from this to pursue a second career as a lawyer. She has worked for three law firms since 2000, never staying as long as three years. In December, she had a working e-mail account with the St. Petersburg firm Buckley & Fudge, but she was not listed among its attorneys. Neither she nor the firm will talk about their relationship. Townsend had been a biologist but spent little time working in the field after receiving a bachelor's degree in 1981 from Eckerd... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
