Zajac-Medor engagement Nov 1, 2008
The bride-to-be is a 2002 graduate of Saugus High School and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Merrimack College in 2006 ... He went on to receive a dual Bachelor of Arts degree in fine arts/music (2006) and mathematics (2007) from Merrimack College ... The couple met while students at Merrimack College and will be returning there for their wedding in July 2009. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Forgetta is Hall of Fame candidate Nov 1, 2008
Forgetta s long career in education includes advanced degrees from Tufts, Northeaster and the University of New Hampshire, and teaching stints at Merrimack College and Brooks School. Forgetta is surprised and happy to find himself still teaching math. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
iRobot v.p. to be guest speaker at next Rotary Club of Wellesley meeting Oct 31, 2008
She was a National Merit Scholar and holds a cum laude bachelor of science/bachelor of arts in marketing and advertising from Merrimack College. She passionately believes emerging technologies, such as robotics, and how they can make a difference in people s lives every day. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Rare salamander found on Army Corps land Oct 26, 2008
Lyman, a biologist and teacher at Merrimack College since 1997, as well as a pharmacist, met Beaulieu about eight years ago while the two were attending a conservation class at Merrimack College, which included a trip to Belize. When Beaulieu won the bid to survey the Army Corps of Engineers land from the state s Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program, he invited Love and Lyman along. (Medfield Press, MA)
L'Italien talks here: LItalien and Brennan face off in state representative race Oct 24, 2008
Education: Andover High School, Merrimack College, B.A. Political Science. Hometown: Andover. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Merrimack honors those touched by breast cancer Oct 22, 2008
Hundreds of pink rubber ducks float toward Merrimack College's Moseley Bridge in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month ... More than 600 pink rubber ducks were released into Mendel Pond on the Merrimack College campus after a dedication ceremony Oct. 15 in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month ... Monica Cooper, who died of breast cancer, was a family friend of Merrimack College student Nichole Baldwin 09, one of the event organizers. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Merrimack soccer team poised to make postseason Oct 19, 2008
Take, for example, Merrimack College men's skipper Tony Martone. Fully entrenched in the grind of the season, the meetings, road trips and late practices allow him to enjoy few meals at home. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Prep: Roster not yet finalized Oct 14, 2008
Wilson, a Merrimack College product who spent most of last season with the Flint Generals of the International Hockey League, will look to help a Lynx defense that gave up nine goals in two exhibition games over the weekend. "That's a little bit of (the reason for the trade). My obligation is to put the best team I possibly can on the ice," Marks said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Watertown Youth Hockey news Oct 10, 2008
The Donohue s Bar & Grille Squirts continue their early-season winning ways with a solid 4-2 win over Newburyport at Merrimack College. In this Saturday matinee, the Raiders played perhaps their best all-around period of the season. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Senior Notes Oct 10, 2008
As they begin their 48th season at the Rogers Center for the Arts at Merrimack College in North Andover, the Merrimack Valley Philharmonic Orchestra offers up to 10 free tickets for elders who would like to attend any one of the November, March or May concerts. On Sunday, Nov. 9, harpist Emily Halpern Lewis is the featured soloist performing Ravel s Introduction and Allegro for Harp and Orchestra. (Georgetown Record, MA)
New technology lab at Merrimack College receives RFID systems donation Oct 7, 2008
Merrimack College one of the only colleges in the country to include Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) coursework as a core requirement for an electrical engineering undergraduate degree recently received a donation of $60,000 in RFID equipment from TAGSYS.. The donated equipment helps establish an RFID and Automatic Identification (Auto ID) technology laboratory at Merrimack College ... We are extremely grateful to TAGSYS for their generous donation, said Dr. Ronald Champagne, president of... (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Dark days at UW Oct 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)
Should you be worried about Wall Street? Oct 3, 2008
Dr. George Nogler, assistant professor in the Accounting and Finance Department at Merrimack College, also noted an immediate effect on 401(k) plans. Second to that, he said, average Americans are already being affected by the credit crisis, making it increasingly difficult to obtain loans. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Sweet Home Alabama Sep 25, 2008
ESPN - No. 1 cornerback Kirkpatrick carries torch for Yellowhammer State - Football Recruiting. Try the NEW ESPN Search. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
High Achievers Sep 19, 2008
Merrimack College recently announced that the following Melrose students have been named to the spring 2008 dean s list or president s list: Michael A. Binari, Marianne Foley, David J. Foreman, Meghan A. McClorey, Li-Chen Zhang. To be named to the dean s list, a student must achieve a 3. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Merrimack's Perry chalks up win No. 1 Sep 14, 2008
When Merrimack College football coach John Perry walked off the field last weekend after chalking up his first career win, a 42-7 victory over Husson, he ran into Bert Hammel, the college's longtime men's basketball coach. The two high-fived and Perry said to Hammel, "Well, that's one for me and only 405 more before I catch up to you.". (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Reporter earns Emmy nomination for story Sep 13, 2008
I went to Merrimack college and majored in English and started in Lowell after college in 1999. I did small stuff, shadowed reporters, but I knew I always wanted to do it. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
No more gifts from Merrimack: School quietly takes back pledge of $50,000 a year to the town Sep 12, 2008
At least two members of North Andover s Board of Selectmen aren t happy with Merrimack College, which sits tax-free in the towns of North Andover and Andover ... Merrimack College has decided they owe nothing to us, said Caggiano after suggesting the town shouldn t grant the licenses to the college due to their retraction of a pledged annual gift ... It is imperative that you do not depend upon future gift monies as we work through this time of transition and repositioning of Merrimack College. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Never too old to learn: Swampscott resident's mom earns masters degree at 80 Aug 30, 2008
Haas first earned an associate s degree from North Shore Community College then went on to get her bachelor s degree, cum laude, in religious studies from Merrimack College in 2003. She had hoped to complete her master s degree by 2006 at the same time one of her daughters, Debra Valverde of Swampscott, received hers, but my thesis just wouldn t come together, she explained. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
A fun way to play Aug 30, 2008
Lexington resident Danielle Athanasiadis, who was a soccer standout at Billerica High and Merrimack College before coaching in Billerica and Arlington, is helping run the program along with people including Brendan Donahue and Phil Bartels of Lexington United Club Soccer. She approached us about it last spring and we were all for it, said Donahue. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Tournament Site Aug 29, 2008
Merrimack College vs. Wayne State ... Humboldt State vs. Merrimack College ... Merrimack College vs. University of North Dakota. (Wsuathletics.com)
Future leaders inspired by Youth Leadership Institute Aug 29, 2008
The three-day, two-night institute was held July 15-17 at Merrimack College in North Andover. The students who attended from Danvers High School were Steve Schapero, Taryn Pyndynkowski, Darcy Cherlin and Amy and Alison Sabean. (Danvers Herald, MA)
North Andover School Bus Routes 2008-09 Aug 29, 2008
6:40 a.m., Andover Bypass and Merrimack College Do not cross students. 6:41 a.m., 332 Hillside Road. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Breaking down the Class of 2009 running backs Aug 28, 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. 2009 ESPNU 150. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Around Town -- Help bring back a playground Aug 28, 2008
Alison received the Merrimack College Book Award. PIRRI GRADUATES FROM SACRED HEART Jake Lucas Pirri, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gary Pirri of Marshfield,graduated from Sacred Heart High School in Kingston on May 24. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Clueless crossword Aug 27, 2008
REBECCA SACHS NORRIS North Andover The writer is an associate professor in the department of religious and theological studies at Merrimack College. Copyright 2008 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
UPDATE: Former Merrimack dean arraigned Aug 22, 2008
A former Merrimack College business dean was arrested at his Andover home Aug. 14, for possessing and distributing child pornography. Edward Popper worked for five years at Merrimack College before leaving the school in 2005. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
WSU program aims to curb binge drinking Aug 21, 2008
WSU partners the AlcoholEdu program with extensive alcohol education programs during orientation this week, including Beer, Booze and Books, a presentation by Jim Matthews, the coordinator of heath education at Merrimack College. The presentation runs twice at 9 and 10 a.m. today in Somsen Auditorium. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Academic Achievements Aug 21, 2008
Kevin Conley and Brian O'Neill graduated from Merrimack College on May 18. Jeffrey E. Doyle was named to Dean s List for Spring 2008 at the University of Hartford. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Celebrations (Aug. 21) Aug 20, 2008
The future bride is a graduate of the Montrose School and Merrimack College in North Andover. She is employed at Fresenius Medical Care North America in Waltham in the corporate human resources department. (Needham Tab, MA)
Andover AD relishes task Aug 17, 2008
First-year Merrimack College football coach John Perry of Andover won't have much time to whip his charges into shape. He greets the team Friday and that gives him just 22 days before the season opener Sept. 6 against Husson. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Former Merrimack dean arrested Aug 16, 2008
A former Merrimack College dean has been arrested in child pornography charges, according to published reports. Edward Popper, 63, of 120 Dascomb Road, Andover was arrested Thursday night, according to the Eagle Tribune. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Around Town Aug. 13 -- More plaza stores come out of the Kloset Aug 15, 2008
Bentley College: Brittany E. Blazuk, Saint Anselm College; Kristina J. Gray, Jenna M. Picco and Denis A. Rugg, Merrimack College; Jaclyn Ahearn, Morgan McGillicuddy, Kari Phillips and Jennifer Stallings, Simmons College: Casey Devane, Sacred Heart University: and Jeffrey S. Scott, Franklin Pierce University. More to come next week. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Celebration: Merrill-Bell engagement Aug 12, 2008
Ms. Merrill graduated from Saugus High School in the Class of 2000 and Merrimack College in the Class of 2004 and recently completed her master s degree at Suffolk University ... Mr. Bell graduated from Stoneham High School in the Class of 1999 and Merrimack College in the Class of 2003. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Best Foot Forward: Dave McGillivray of North Andover gives so others will have a better life Aug 9, 2008
To fully appreciate Dave McGillivray, you must understand that he is a bright (he was valedictorian and president of the Merrimack College Class of 76), confident and highly motivated individual. When he says he s going to do something, consider it done. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Watertown's Murgo opens restaurant with former basketball rival Aug 5, 2008
Murgo went on to play basketball on a full scholarship at Merrimack College in North Andover. Abellard, born and raised in Waltham, attended Bentley College. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Police Logs, July 21-27 Aug 4, 2008
3:57 a.m. Merrimack College police brought a male in for protective custody. 4:51 a.m. Report of a loose dog reported on Great Pond Road. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Stephen P. Whelton Jul 26, 2008
Born in and raised in Tewksbury, Mr. Whelton graduated from Tewksbury Memorial High School in 1987 and studied business management at Merrimack College. After graduation in 1993 , he worked as a manager in the hotel industry before he began teaching. (Boston Globe)
Merrimack College gets new president Aug. 1 Jul 25, 2008
Energetic and upbeat, Dr. Ronald Champagne is looking forward to his Aug. 1 start as Merrimack College s next president as he replaces Richard Santagati ... Champagne says he is impressed with the wonderful reception he received when he visited Merrimack College, finding a sense of community like the one he prized in Chicago. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Editorial: Tradition comes to an end at Msgr. Bonner Jul 24, 2008
They are divided among parishes, high schools, Villanova University, Merrimack College, and ministries from Massachusetts to Florida, as well as missions Peru, South Africa and Japan. Bonner's problem is not unique. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Augustinians withdraw from Monsignor Bonner Jul 23, 2008
"But over the last several years we have had decreasing numbers that have forced us to reevaluate all of our ministries and make some very hard choices about where to concentrate our energies." Paradis said there are 213 priests and brothers in the order - a little more than 100 in full-time active ministry - who are divided among parishes, high schools, Villanova University, Merrimack College and a variety of ministries from Massachusetts to Florida. There are also Augustinian missions in Peru,... (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Around Town: July 18 to July 25 Jul 19, 2008
Congratulations to Rennie F. Gilman and Amanda M. Gilman, who were named to the spring 2008 Dean's List/President's List at Merrimack College in North Andover, MA.. GOLF TOURNAMENT THIS MONDAY. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)
Innovative iD Tech Camp lets kids create computer games Jul 18, 2008
He is in the process of creating the Quest of Dragons game in a room at Merrimack College s Deegan Hall, where iD Tech Camp s young campers are hard at work on their projects ... Merrimack College is one of three Massachusetts colleges, along with MIT and Smith College, offering youngsters at the national camp this opportunity to spend a week creating a video game and learning many other skills such as game modding, robot building, Web site design, digital movie production and comic book... (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Around Town -- Downtown is getting a new look Jul 2, 2008
When available, they are listed along with their degree and major: Cornell University, James McMillin Hunt, master s degree in physics; New York University, Brian T. Dwyer, son of Kevin and Janet Dwyer of Green Harbor, bachelor s degree with a double major in journalism and music; Long Island University, C.W. Post campus, Anthony Moscaritolo, bachelor s degree in criminal justice; Lafayette College, Evan S. Gilbertson, bachelor s degree in mathematics; Merrimack College, Jenna Picco and Dennis... (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Graduates and awards Jun 26, 2008
Danielle Aucoin, Douglas Dolan, Michael Basile, Holly Patterson, and Ashley Ray, all of Burlington, were among the 448 graduates that received diplomas during the 58th commencement exercise held May 18, at Merrimack College. Jennifer L. Farrow and Jessica R. Silvas, both of Burlington, received their degrees during the Undergraduate Commencement Exercises Sunday, May 18, at Quinnipiac University in Connecticut. (Burlington Union, MA)
Neighbors (June 26) Jun 25, 2008
Merrimack College conferred 448 degrees at the 58th commencement exercises held on May 18. Needham s Stephen Sees was among the graduates. (Needham Tab, MA)
WINCHESTERS BEST AND BRIGHTEST, June 26 edition Jun 25, 2008
Merrimack College conferred 448 degrees at the 58th commencement exercised held on Sunday, May 18. John Kronenberg and Bethany Pongratz, both of Winchester, received degrees from Merrimack College the school s 58th commencement exercised held on Sunday, May 18. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Infangers legacy of school service Jun 24, 2008
He graduated from Merrimack College in 1968 and worked as a social studies teacher at the Locke School right after it opened. Four months later, Infanger was drafted into the Marine Corps. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Academic achievers Jun 23, 2008
Melrosians graduate from Merrimack College. Melrose residents Michael Binari, Marianne Foley, Vincent Leone and Arielle Moore graduated from Merrimack College at the school s 58th commencement exercises held on Sunday, May 18. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
News from the YMCA: June 20, 2008 edition Jun 21, 2008
Marblehead native and offensive line and recruiting coordinator at Merrimack College, Ben Martin, will help develop skills to get to the next level for youth athletes. This clinic will provide intensive, fundamental techniques to young men with emphasis on the basics. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Profile 2009: Trent Richardson Jun 18, 2008
ESPN - Richardson hopes to emulate idol Emmitt Smith - Insider. Richardson hopes to emulate idol Emmitt Smith - Insider. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Scholarships and Awards 2008 Jun 14, 2008
Massachusetts Elks Association Scholarship Nick s Network of Friends Dawn Moran DHS Alumni Scholarship Merrimack College Book Award. Willis E. & Helen L. Thorpe Memorial Scholarship. (Danvers Herald, MA)
NAHS Class of 2008 graduate list Jun 14, 2008
Stephanie Berlinghieri Merrimack College ... Emily Caswell Merrimack College ... Michael Luciano Merrimack College. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Epping High School names top 10 seniors Jun 13, 2008
Jessica's academic achievement and personal integrity were recognized when she was inducted into the National Honor Society and received the Merrimack College Book Award and President's Award for Academic Excellence. She has held leadership positions on the student council, secretary of her sophomore, junior, and senior classes, and secretary for Junior Statesmen for three years and has been involved with Youth and Government for all four years of high school. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Woman reports assault in the North End Jun 12, 2008
NORTH ANDOVER Merrimack College taps interim president Merrimack College has named Ronald Champagne, president of Saint Xavier University in Chicago for 12 years, to be its next president. Champagne will take the helm at the private, Catholic college Aug. 1 and is expected to serve at least two years as the North Andover school searches for a long-term successor. (Boston Globe)
Medford residents graduate from Austin Prep Jun 12, 2008
The Rev. Gary McCloskey, dean of Merrimack College and chaired professor of Augustinian Pedagogy, gave the keynote address. He invoked the lessons of Saint Augustine, calling on the graduates to find Augustine s definition of maturity through a balance of education, experience and talent. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Class of 2008 graduates Jun 11, 2008
Many, like Ashley Mahoney, who is heading to Merrimack College in the fall, said they felt overwhelmed as they received congratulatory bouquets and posed for pictures. I m going to miss it all, said University of Massachusetts at Lowell-bound Lindsey Verill. (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
Nazareth Academy graduates eight residents in Class of 2008 Jun 9, 2008
Christina DiGiovanni received a Presidential Scholarship of $60,000 from Merrimack College. She has decided to attend Merrimack College ... She has decided to attend Merrimack College in the fall. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Honoring the Top Ten Jun 7, 2008
Everybody thinks Jeff knows everything, Leary said of Hanshaw, who plans to attend Merrimack College to study chemistry, and he probably does. I greatly admire how you manage to do all that you do, Hanshaw said of Leary, and you manage to do it every day with a smile on your face. (Amesbury News, MA)
YESTERDAYS: Trial trip on new steamer Jun 6, 2008
David DeGiacomo, Porters Cove Rd., was among those graduating as Merrimack College held its 33rd commencement exercises. Roy Giarrusso, son of Mr. & Mrs. William Giarrusso, Burditt Ave., Hingham, received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Middlebury College at recent commencement exercises. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Honors (May 30) May 30, 2008
Watertown resident Jenna Barbato has been named to Merrimack College s dean s list for the spring semester, in her freshman year. Gerard J. Barbato Jr. made the dean s list at Bentley College for the spring semester in his junior year. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Baseball advances May 30, 2008
AHS plays Saturday at 11 a.m. at Merrimack College against Central Catholic in the second round. Comments Thank you for the abuse report. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Local students win awards May 28, 2008
Ethan Marsh 09: Merrimack College Book Award; National Spanish Exam; Certificate, National Science League - Chemistry. Benjamin Tan 11: Latin III Magna Cum Laude Certificate; Certificate, National Science League - Biology. (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
Favors, Wall lead pack May 25, 2008
"Both agree that right now, Favors is No. 1."But if I was a college coach, I'd love to have either one," Telep said.DEGRAFFINREED PICKS: Hannah Degraffinreed of Millbrook has committed to Merrimack College in Massachusetts to play basketball.She helped the Wildcats to a 26-5 season, averaging 10.4 points and 10.5 rebounds. or (919) 829-8910 Advertisements Print Ads Top Jobs Quick Job Search Keyword(s): Hot Deals Member of the ? Copyright 2008, The News & Observer Publishing Company A subsidiary... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Unsung heroine Gaieski reflects on nearly four decades at the Belmonte May 23, 2008
Gaieski first showed up at Belmonte in 1970 to take a job as a social studies teacher after graduating from Merrimack College. She moved on to teach English/language arts for 18 years before accepting the position of vice-principal nine years ago. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
