Pumas look to upset No. 1 seed Sat. Mar 15, 2008
Other quarterfinal games on Saturday feature second-seeded Findlay taking on seventh-seeded Lewis and third-seeded Drury University facing sixth-seeded Gannon University. The championship game will be on Tuesday at 7 p.m. local time. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Oshkosh Appoints New President At JerrDan Feb 29, 2008
Previously he held various positions with Johnson Controls Inc. Walter holds a bachelor s degree in both mechanical engineering and industrial management from Gannon University in Erie, Pa. JerrDan Corp., an Oshkosh company, is a leading manufacturer of towing and recovery equipment. (Fulton County News, PA)
Pumas now 9th in region Feb 15, 2008
The top three spots in this week s top 10 remained the same as last week, as second-ranked Grand Valley State University, ninth-ranked Drury University, and eighth-ranked Gannon University are ranked first, second, and third, respectively. Kentucky Wesleyan has moved up to fourth this week, followed by the seventh-ranked University of Findlay. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Women's Basketball Moves Into Second Place After Road Win At Gannon Feb 10, 2008
- The Wayne State University women's basketball team (12-9 overall, 8-6 GLIAC) moved into second place in the GLIAC South Division with a 70-67 road victory at Gannon University (13-10 overall, 7-7 GLIAC) Saturday afternoon. The WSU triumph coupled with Ashland's setback at Saginaw Valley gives WSU a 1/2 game lead over the Eagles. (Wsuathletics.com)
Suspected pipe bomb found at courthouse (VIDEO) Feb 1, 2008
It was 7:50 a.m. and he was on his way from the Erie County Courthouse, where he works, to the Gannon University cafeteria when he saw a pipe on the front steps of the courthouse ... Some Gannon University students who had stopped to watch ducked instinctively at the sound of the boom ... Investigators were reviewing tapes from two video cameras mounted outside the courthouse and had requested that Gannon University turn over images captured on their cameras mounted across the street from the... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Women's Basketball Defeats Gannon 78-76 Jan 25, 2008
DETROIT - The Wayne State University women's basketball team (8-8 overall, 4-5 GLIAC) held on for a 78-76 triumph over visiting Gannon University (11-7 overall, 5-4 GLIAC) Thursday evening in the Matthaei. The victory snaps a three-game series winning streak for the Lady Knights, and was WSU's first home victory over GU since Feb. 5, 2005. (Wsuathletics.com)
Men's Basketball Falls To Gannon Jan 25, 2008
DETROIT - The Wayne State University men's basketball squad (9-8 overall, 3-6 GLIAC) suffered its third consecutive defeat and its fifth setback in the last six contests with a 65-39 loss to 15th-ranked Gannon University (16-2 overall, 8-1 GLIAC) Thursday evening at the Matthaei. The Warriors held the lead for over 11 minutes in the first half but their largest lead was five (14-9) at the 10:48 mark. (Wsuathletics.com)
GVSU President Haas And Wood TV's Doles Square Off In Free Throw Contest Jan 17, 2008
- Grand Valley President Thomas J. Haas is facing off against WOOD-TV 8 sports director Jack Doles in a free throw contest during halftime of the men's basketball game vs. Gannon University on January 19. The two men will compete to see who can make the most free throws in a minute. (Gvsulakers.com)
Report details prison escape, what will happen next (VIDEO) Dec 21, 2007
Sobina, whose age was not available, holds a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Gannon University. He said he is glad to be returning with his family to the region. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Gift store opens by the bay Dec 13, 2007
The owners worked through the Gannon University Small Business Development Center to develop a business plan. John J. Buchna, the SBDC's retail and marketing consultant, said the center is working to bring other specialty retailers downtown. (Erie Times-News, PA)
PG North: Different look, similar results for Mars girls Dec 6, 2007
The Planets attended the Gannon University team camp only a week after Howard was hired and later in the summer went to the Robert Morris University team camp. "It was a great offseason," Grenci said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG South: Wabby probably will not return as Brashear's coach Nov 29, 2007
"I have a lot of respect for coach Wabby," said Holl, a former offensive coordinator at Gannon University in Erie where he recruited several Brashear players. "[Wabby] was one of my favorite guys when I was recruiting [for Gannon]. When I got a call from him, I used to take a little extra time for him. Knowing what coaching football is like, the job he's done for all these years has been great and he's done it in a very competitive sport. "I know his football team didn't give us their best shot... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Boys missing from youth home arrested driving stolen van in Erie Nov 19, 2007
Erie police said the boys, a 16-year-old and a 14-year-old, were spotted by Gannon University police driving a stolen Chrysler Town ry minivan. The two were arrested on the 300 block of French Street at about 2:11 a.m., police said. (Erie Times-News, PA)
WVC hoops: Lock Haven edges State women in overtime 98-93 Nov 18, 2007
WEST LIBERTY 71, GANNON 68: Cassie Smith scored 18 points and pulled down seven rebounds while Renee Farina added 17 points, including five 3-pointers, to lead West Liberty over No. 15 Gannon University at the Wheeling Jesuit Classic. Kristina Freeman led Gannon with 24 points while Kim Vargas added 10 points and 13 rebounds. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- Sports)
Collison out 2 more games Nov 12, 2007
Slocum previously coached at Gannon University in Erie, Pa. when UCLA's Ben Howland was at Pittsburgh. (Los Angeles Times)
'Season has started' Nov 7, 2007
"The season has started," said Jerry Fisher, a groundskeeper at Gannon University. Fisher had shoveling duty Tuesday morning. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Penn State Behrend cancels morning classes due to power outage Nov 6, 2007
Spokespeople for Gannon University, Mercyhurst College, the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and Edinboro University of Pennsylvania said that the schools all had power and that no classes were cancelled. Kara Rhodes. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Pumas’ schedule made more difficult by presence of No. 13 ranked West Chester Oct 26, 2007
The Pumas last trip to Pennsylvania was on Nov. 8, 2003, when SJC ventured to Gannon University and lost, 53-14. Lindsey enters the game ranked 19th in Division II history in career passing yards (9,851) and 22nd in touchdown passes (82). (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Southerns yield new hope Oct 26, 2007
Princeton faces seventh-seeded Gannon University and tenth-seeded Salem International University in the first two games of Bracket A and should manage them with relative ease. The bar is raised immediately thereafter, as the Tigers will face top-seeded Navy, the final team in their bracket. (The Daily Princetonian, NJ)
#1 Lakers Shut Down Gannon in 4-0 Victory Oct 8, 2007
- Gannon University mustered just one shot on goal as Grand Valley State University stymied their offense and allowed just one shot on goal. scored three times, the first coming on a penalty kick,and the #1 Lakers advanced their record to 12-0 (4-0) on the season. (Gvsulakers.com)
#9 Grand Valley State Wins 15th Straight Over Gannon, 3-0 Oct 7, 2007
9 Grand Valley State improved its winning streak to 15 consecutive games with a 3-0 (30-16, 30-26, 30-25) win over Gannon University on Saturday afternoon at the GVSU Fieldhouse Arena. The Lakers improve to 20-2 overall and have tallied 20 or more wins in 10 straight seasons. (Gvsulakers.com)
Tafler Becomes All-Time Leading Laker Goal Scorer, GLIAC Player of the Week Oct 3, 2007
On Sunday, the Lakers will take on Gannon University at 12 noon. also ranks high in Div. II. The junior goalkeeper is second in goals-against average (0. (Gvsulakers.com)
Former Laker Kendra (Harris) Faustin is named Niagara head coach Aug 30, 2007
Faustin began her collegiate coaching career at Gannon University in Erie, Pa. where the Knights posted a 20-8 record and earned a third-consecutive appearance in the NCAA Division II National Tournament. (Lssulakers.com)
Chrysler Announces Leadership Changes Aug 6, 2007
Nardelli has received numerous awards for his strong support of military veterans, and received the Distinguished Pennsylvanian Award from Gannon University (1995) and the Distinguished Alumni Award from the College of Business and Technology at Western Illinois University (1997 and 1999). He is an alumni fellow and 2001 Alumnus of the Year of the University of Louisville, and serves on the National Visiting Committee Advisory Board, University of Louisville Graduate School of Business. (PR Newswire)
Wilhelm rejoins Rock staff Aug 3, 2007
Prior to playing at SRU, Wilhelm was a member of the 1993 Gannon University squad that earned a No. 3 national ranking, captured an NCAA Division II regional championship and advanced to the national semifinals. Upon completion of his bachelor's degree in Sport Management in 1998, Wilhelm began working for Major League Soccer's Columbus Crew. (Rockathletics.com)
Johnson Controls Elects Stephen Roell Chief Executive Officer; John M. Barth to Retire After 38 Years of Service Jul 26, 2007
Background and Education: Mr. Barth attended Carnegie-Mellon University, Gannon University and Northwestern University, Institute for Management. STEPHEN A. ROELL Vice Chairman and Executive Vice President Johnson Controls, Inc. Career: Mr. Roell joined Johnson Controls in 1982 as operations controller for the Systems and Services Division of the company's controls business and was named the division controller shortly thereafter. (PR Newswire)
Johnston Earns ECAC All-Star Honors Jul 26, 2007
2007 ECAC DII Softball All-Star Team P-Meggan Roberge, Saint Michael's College P-Samantha Yodowitz, C.W. Post C-Christie Softy, C.W. Post 1B-Melissa Hippo, C.W. Post 2B-Katie Younes, C.W. Post 3B-Mallorie Matthews, Bloomfield College SS-Jaclyn Corroto, Gannon University OF-Taras Wallace, Dowling College OF-Amanda Wilbur, Bryant University OF-Samantha Johnston, Adelphi University Utility-Megan Caporossi, Southern Conn. State University. (Aupanthers.com)
Alumnus returns to coach Pine-Richland wrestlers Jul 22, 2007
"I was recruited by Don Henry at Gannon University," said Fiore. "He was a roommate of coach McGarity when they attended Slippery Rock University.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Former Leechburg softball star playing in Europe Jul 8, 2007
Kulick, who graduated from Division II Gannon University this year, pitches for the Frameries Athletics _ a team with a uniform similar to Major League Baseball's Oakland A's. On Sundays, Frameries goes toe to toe with teams from Belgium and other European countries such as Italy, France and Germany. (NEPA News, PA)
Former nun invokes Title IX in bias battle against Gannon U. Jun 29, 2007
Friday 29 June, 2007. The Supreme Court in April denied an appeal by Lynette Petruska, the first woman chaplain at Gannon. (NEPA News, PA)
College Sports: PSAC will get a little bigger Jun 28, 2007
Gannon University and Mercyhurst College have accepted an offer to join the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference as full-time members, it was announced at a joint press conference Wednesday. The conference took place at Gannon University's Waldron Campus Center in Erie, Pa. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Portville graduates urged to cherish their memories Jun 24, 2007
" Of the 72 graduates, 38 plan on attending a two-year college program, 22 will pursue a four-year degree, three are going into a specialized education program, five plan to enter the workforce and two will serve in the military, school officials said. Members of the class of 2007 are: Robert Pascual Alcocer, Joseph Michael Feuchter, Megan Marie Latten, Angelle Candice Phillips, Andrea Nicole Andhor, Bethany Loryn Fowler, Jena Marie Linn, Andrew John Piccirillo, Joshua Robert Austin, Anthony... (Olean Times Herald, NY)
Tiffin accepts invitation to join GLIAC Jun 22, 2007
The GLIAC also has two members in Erie, Pennsylvania, Gannon University and Mercyhurst College, along with nine members in the state of Michigan. The GLIAC's members in Michigan include: Ferris State University, Grand Valley State University, Hillsdale College, Lake Superior State University, Michigan Technological University, Northern Michigan University, Northwood University, Saginaw Valley State University, and Wayne State University. (Lssulakers.com)
Jackson, Smith, Olson take spots in Lawrence Park race May 16, 2007
Jackson, a Gannon University graduate, led with 215 votes, according to the unofficial returns. Smith was on the heels of Jackson, with 207 votes. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Yetman Voted Daktronics, Inc. Great Lakes Region Pitcher Of The Year May 10, 2007
and Gannon University junior shortstop Jaclyn Corroto (Boardman, Ohio) have been named the Daktronics, Inc. Great Lakes Region Pitcher and Player of the Year, respectively, for softball in a vote by the region's sports information directors. The two headline the inaugural first and second team All-Great Lakes Region selections, which include players from the Great Lakes Valley Conference, the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, and the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic... (Wsuathletics.com)
Ex-student charged for telling friend about campus 'massacre' Apr 27, 2007
NEPA News - Ex-student charged for telling friend about campus 'massacre. Friday 27 April, 2007. (NEPA News, PA)
More of this story Apr 27, 2007
Surrounded by family and friends, former Cheboygan girls basketball player Amanda Blaskowski (center) signs her letter of intent to play basketball at Gannon University in Erie, Pa ... But the Chiefs star will not end her career in an orange and black jersey as she signed a letter of intent to play for the Gannon University Lady Warriors starting this fall ... Gannon University is located in Erie, Pa. (Cheboygan Daily Tribune, MI)
Ex-Student Charged For School 'Massacre' Talk Apr 26, 2007
A former Gannon University student called her friend in the middle of the night and told the friend not to go to class because there was going to be a "massacre," authorities said. Valerie Cantu apparently meant the call as a prank, but the friend and Gannon officials did not take it that way, Erie police Lt. Kirk Werner said. (CBS 2, NY)
Fitzpatrick Named ECC Rookie of the Week Apr 4, 2007
This is the second win of the season for Fitzpatrick who collected eight saves in the second half, to help the Panthers to a 12-11 victory over Gannon University. Adelphi returns to action this Saturday, April 7, as they travel to Philadelphia University for a 12 noon contest. (Aupanthers.com)
Softball Blanks Gannon 4-0 Apr 2, 2007
- The Wayne State University softball squad (18-8 overall, 2-1 GLIAC) won the first game of Sunday's league doubleheader at Gannon University (18-7, 2-1 GLIAC), 4-0, behind a three-hit shutout by junior (Cambridge, Ont. Glenview Park. (Wsuathletics.com)
Softball Completes Sweep Of #19-Gannon With 4-3 Victory Apr 2, 2007
- The Wayne State University softball team (19-8 overall, 3-1 GLIAC) completed a doubleheader sweep of 19th-ranked Gannon University (18-8 overall, 2-2 GLIAC) with a 4-3 victory in game two. The win was the 13th in the last 15 contests for the Warriors. (Wsuathletics.com)
Women's Lacrosse Edges Gannon, 12-11 Apr 2, 2007
The battle of nationally-ranked teams took place at Mercyhurst College due to GLIAC baseball and softball games at Gannon University Field. Sophomore gave Adelphi an early lead although Gannon led for the majority of the match. (Aupanthers.com)
St. Paul’s bound for state CYO tournament Mar 29, 2007
Following a morning pep rally, the team will leave from St. Paul s at noon with a police escort to start their trip to Gannon University. Contact the writer: mmyers@timesshamrock. (Scranton Times, PA)
FAIRFIELD'S TRAVIS NELSON IS PLAYER OF THE WEEK Mar 29, 2007
Shannon Pagano and Kayla Nelson, both of Oswego, are contributing for the Gannon University women's lacrosse team. Gannon, ranked sixth in NCAA Division II, is off to a 7-0 start. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
Gannon University buying apartment building Mar 25, 2007
Sunday 25 March, 2007. "We are in very serious need of housing, particularly for upperclassmen," President Antoine Garibaldi said. (NEPA News, PA)
Central Oklahoma Wins D-II National Wrestling Title Mar 11, 2007
" The night ended the same way it began, with a matchup between the tournament's top two teams. The ending was also similar, as top-ranked heavyweight Tervel Dlagnev erased the frustration of last year's runner-up finish with an exciting first-period pin of Central Oklahoma's Josh Leadingfox. "I knew he had a heavy right hand that he liked to use and coach (Bauer) and I had been working on a new move, and it worked better than I thought," he said. The two-day attendance of 8,685 fans was a new... (Mac-Sports.com)
GVSU Women Open NCAA Great Lakes Regional Action Friday Versus Gannon Mar 5, 2007
3 GVSU (21-7) will open the 2007 tourney versus GLIAC rival and #6 seeded Gannon University. Gannon claimed the 2007 GLIAC Tournament title with an 88-77 victory over Hillsdale Saturday night in Erie, Pa. (Gvsulakers.com)
Iowa's Haluska selected Academic All-American of Year Mar 2, 2007
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Women's basketball ends season with 76-59 loss at Hillsdale Feb 28, 2007
Hillsdale is 18-8 and advanced to Friday's semifinal game against Ferris State University at Gannon University in Erie, Pa. WSU has not won at Hillsdale since the 1995 season. (Wsuathletics.com)
• Area sports Feb 28, 2007
The University of Mary softball team dropped a doubleheader to 16th ranked Gannon University Tuesday. The Marauders lost to the Lady Knights 8-7 in the first game and 4-3 in eight innings in the nightcap. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
GVSU Selected Second In GLIAC Preseason Baseball Poll Feb 23, 2007
Northwood University placed eighth in the poll with 15 points, while Gannon University tallied 10 points and finished ninth. Each of the GLIAC's nine head coaches ranked the teams in the conference, but were not allowed to rank their own team. (Gvsulakers.com)
GVSU Selected Fourth in GLIAC Preseason Softball Coaches Poll Feb 22, 2007
Ashland University and Gannon University tied for second in the poll after each team recorded 80 points. The Eagles claimed two first-place nods while the Golden Knights earned the lone remaining first place vote. (Gvsulakers.com)
Warden brings 20 years experience to job Feb 17, 2007
Dillman has a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and a master's of public administration, both from Gannon University in Pennsylvania. He and his wife, Anita, have four children. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Political language: Dump the phrase 'Free World' Feb 12, 2007
Walter S. Minot is a professor emeritus of English, Gannon University in Erie, Pa. He now lives in Mobile. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Men's Basketball Wins At Gannon, 71-66 Feb 11, 2007
- The Wayne State University men's basketball team (11-11 overall, 7-7 GLIAC) moved into a tie for third place in the GLIAC South Division with a 71-66 road victory at Gannon University (7-15 overall, 3-11 GLIAC) Saturday afternoon. The Warriors are tied with Ashland and both schools trail Mercyhurst (8-6 GLIAC) by just one game with three games remaining. (Wsuathletics.com)
Former nun asks Supreme Court to hear appeal Jan 23, 2007
Tuesday 23 January, 2007. Lynette Petruska claims she was forced to resign after helping to expose a priest's alleged misconduct. (NEPA News, PA)
Kyle Witt Joins Water Polo Staff Jan 12, 2007
Witt joins the LMU coaching staff after serving as the head coach at Gannon University in Erie, Penn. He spent two seasons at the helm of the men's program at Gannon while serving as coach of the women's program for one season. (Lmulions.com)
PG East: Oakland Catholic soaring after a shaky start, but Eagles must overcome spate of injuires Jan 11, 2007
The Eagles opened the season with wins at Gannon University against St. Frances (Md. and Our Lady of Mercy (N.Y.). (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
