PREP NOTEBOOK: Softball fans hope Big Sky adds sport May 22, 2008
She plans on attending Pacific Lutheran University this fall, majoring in secondary music education. One male and one female student win the scholarship on an annual basis. (Missoulian, MT)
Cohen To Oversee Athletics Development May 3, 2008
" During her time at UW, Cohen has been involved with fundraising campaigns for the "Campaign For The Student-Athlete," which provided for a number of significant initiatives that included the renovation of Bank of America Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion and the Conibear Shellhouse, the construction of the Dempsey Indoor Practice Facility, the Husky Legends Center, Husky Golf Center and various scholarship endowments. Recently, she has been a driving force behind a major effort to maximize the... (Gohuskies.com)
Zags Set For Championship Weekend May 2, 2008
The Zags will race against San Diego, San Diego State, Loyola Marymount University, Saint Mary's, Humboldt State University and Pacific Lutheran University. The Novice 8+ earned a three seed and will race in the third of three heat races on Saturday. (Gozags.com)
Pratt headed to Moscow, Idaho Apr 18, 2008
The Wildcat college pipeline, which also includes former players Stephanie Sales (Pacific Lutheran University), Emily White (Bethany in California), Kristen Everett (Notre Dame de Namur in California), Amanda Frost (Bellevue Community College), and Maggie Olson (Central), will likely grow in future years. Senior Alisha Larion is expected to sign a college scholarship offer soon, and several other Wildcat players are college prospects. (King County Journal Newspapers, WA)
Washington Names New Football Public Address Announcer Apr 4, 2008
In addition to his public address duties over the last 18 years, Radovich has served as a play-by-play announcer for University of Washington baseball, Pacific Lutheran University football and Yakima Bears minor league baseball. He also appeared as the public address announcer for NBA Inside Drive, a Microsoft Xbox video game produced from 2002-04. (Gohuskies.com)
Grant helps CWU promote science education in the Pacific Northwest Apr 3, 2008
The project, Teachers on the Leading Edge (TOTLE): Linking K-12 Earth Science Teachers to EarthScope, is a collaborative effort with the University of Portland, Portland Community College and Pacific Lutheran University ... The following two years they will be held at Pacific Lutheran University for Washington educators. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Moonstruck Chocolate names Hossley CEO Mar 26, 2008
He grew up in the Seattle area and attended Pacific Lutheran University. More Headlines. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
Sisters stays in family for football coach Mar 26, 2008
He was 32-2 as a three-year starter before moving on to Pacific Lutheran University, where he started for four seasons at quarterback. "He's the head coach for a year," said Bob Macauley, the school's principal. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
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)
Sonja D. (Peterson) Catania, 65, (11) Mar 20, 2008
She received her Fifth Year at the University of Puget Sound and Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Wash. Her teaching experience includes Union High School, Hartford, Wis. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
A failure to communicate? Feb 23, 2008
They include Central Washington University, Eastern Washington University, Gonzaga University, Pacific Lutheran University, Seattle University, the University of Washington and Washington State University. Major changes are under way at WSU, where leaders in January approved a plan to break away from the College of Liberal Arts and create a more autonomous College of Communication. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Kalama couple introduces cab service to town Feb 12, 2008
She graduated from Pacific Lutheran University in 2006 with a master's degree in nursing and completed her clinical experience at Capitol Medical Center in Olympia and Tacoma General Hospital. Schroeder marks 20 years. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Together (2/4/08) Feb 5, 2008
Megan graduated from Pacific Lutheran University in 2003 with degrees in math and physics and teaches at the University of Alaska Anchorage. She is a cellist in the Anchorage Civic Orchestra. (Anchorage Daily News)
Cougar Sports Radio Network Jan 31, 2008
Currently voice of the Spokane Indians baseball team and Pacific Lutheran University basketball. Served as the television voice of Notre Dame football and basketball for two years in the 1950's. (Wsucougars.com)
KPLU finally breaks ground on new space Jan 29, 2008
said it's broken ground on its new $5 million studio on the campus of Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma. The jazz station and National Public Radio affiliate said the new facility is expected to open in the next 10 to 12 months. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
You can help hire 4-H educator Jan 20, 2008
-Darcy Tessman has a bachelor of science in home economics education from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and a master of arts in education from Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma. She currently works as an associate agent in the 4-H Youth Development program through the University of Arizona in Cochise County. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
How To Stop Getting Junk Mail Jan 11, 2008
When Mike Turcott, aka "Old Man Turk" decided to return to college after a 20-year absence, he also decided to make a splash in the pool by joining the Pacific Lutheran University swim team. Click to see how this 44-year-old has made the most of this second time around at PLU.. (KIRO TV, WA)
Delbuono avoiding sophomore slump Jan 6, 2008
Coppola notches seven 3-pointers Former Watertown High star Anthony Coppola (inset) became just the fourth Wheaton College men's basketball player and first freshman to make seven 3-pointers in a game last weekend when his 34 points lifted the Lyons to an 86-71 triumph over Pacific Lutheran University. His scoring spree took place on the final day of the Cactus Jam Hoop Classic in Arizona. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Small college basketball: Wartburg tops Pacific Lutheran Dec 29, 2007
--- A second-half scoring surge propelled the Wartburg men's basketball squad past Pacific Lutheran University Thursday, 70-62. Mitch Eslick's 13 points paced a balanced scoring effort for the Knights, who trailed by nine at halftime before outscoring the Lutes 41-24 in the final 20 minutes. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Photo Gallery: Marv Harshman's Legendary Career Part One Dec 28, 2007
From Pacific Lutheran University, which he took to the top of the small college basketball world, to WSU, where he made that road trip to Pullman, the most feared stop on the west coast and through his great years at Washington, he always excelled. Julie Webb capture his memorabilia recently to bring you this first of two great photo galleries. (Washington Sports -- Rivals.com)
Tickets Available For Battle In Seattle Dec 28, 2007
The first recipient of the "Battle in Seattle" basketball award in 2003 was former University of Washington, Washington State University and Pacific Lutheran University coach Marv Harshman. Don Monson, former head coach at the University of Idaho and University of Oregon, as well as one of the top high school coaches in the Pacific Northwest prior to entering collegiate coaching, was the honoree in 2004. (Gozags.com)
Together (12/24/07) Dec 25, 2007
She graduated from Service High School in 1997 and from Pacific Lutheran University with a degree in business with a marketing emphasis in 2001. Heather is promotions manager for Jones Radio Network organizing promotions for syndicated country radio shows including The Lia Show. (Anchorage Daily News)
TACOMA NEWS TRIBUNE: Painful start for Western women's hoops Dec 13, 2007
Pacific Lutheran University: Junior guard Josh Dressler was named Northwest Conference men's basketball player of the week after totaling 64 points - including 38 against Saint Martin's, which competes in Division II - to go with 17 rebounds, seven assists and five steals as the Lutes split their two games. Senior defensive end Andrew Eisentrout, out of Olympia High, has earned D3football. (Wwuvikings.com)
Other Voices - A big ATTAWAY! Nov 29, 2007
(Editor's note: Frosty Westering, a 1945 Missouri Valley High School graduate, is the retired Head Varsity Football Coach of Pacific Lutheran University. If you are interested in either of Frosty's books go to www. (Missouri Valley Times News, IA)
Forty Westering to visit Missouri Valley next week Nov 21, 2007
Forrest (Forty) Westering, Missouri Valley native and retired Pacific Lutheran University Head Varsity Football Coach, will visit his hometown next week, making several public appearances. Here is the schedule: Tuesday, Nov. 6-8:15 a.m., Coffee at the Rand Community/Senior Center; 7 p.m., Speak to the Missouri Valley City Council at the Rand Center. (Missouri Valley Times News, IA)
Vikings' Robinson suffers probable season-ending knee injury on final play of 57-56 exhibition loss to Pacific Lutheran Nov 10, 2007
- Western Washington University starting forward (Kent/Kentridge), the Vikings' lone remaining senior, suffered a probable season-ending injury in the final seconds of overtime as Western Washington University lost 57-56 to Pacific Lutheran University in a women's basketball exhibition contest Friday on Haggen Court at Sam Carver Gymnasium. With the Vikings trailing by one point, Robinson, who had a team-high 18 points, forced a turnover giving Western possession under its basket with two... (Wwuvikings.com)
Other Voices - Remembering Forrest "Forty" Westering Nov 10, 2007
(Editor's note: Forrest "Forty" Westering, retired Pacific Lutheran University head varsity football coach, will be in Missouri Valley, Nov. 6 - 8 to make appearances and provide motivation for hometown folks of all ages. See his schedule elsewhere in today's newspaper. (Missouri Valley Times News, IA)
Letters to the Editor - He's more than a football legend Nov 7, 2007
"Frosty" is recognized as a college coaching legend, especially in the Pacific Northwest where he retired in 2003 as the head football coach at Pacific Lutheran University. His 305 college coaching wins put him in the elite top 10 winningest college football coaches of all time. (Missouri Valley Times News, IA)
Western falls 55-45 to UC San Diego at Disney's DII Tip-Off Classic Nov 5, 2007
Western next entertains Pacific Lutheran University on Friday (6 p.m.) in an exhibition game on Haggen Court at Sam Carver Gymnasium. (Wwuvikings.com)
MV alum Forty Westering uses 'double-win' philosophy to propel him to legendary career Oct 27, 2007
Retired Pacific Lutheran University football head coach Frosty Westering is a member of a select fraternity of college football coaches who have won at least 300 games ... 1972-2003 Coach at Pacific Lutheran University, 261-70-5. (Missouri Valley Times News, IA)
Mountaintop-removal novel getting noticed Oct 26, 2007
Now, 44, she teaches at a low-residency master of fine arts program at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Wash. She said she is working on some short stories and essays. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
TACOMA NEWS TRIBUNE: Western's Garner aiming for 1,000 Oct 24, 2007
University of Puget Sound: Senior goalkeeper Pete Van Sant was named the Northwest Conference soccer player of the week after posting a pair of shutout wins against Pacific Lutheran University and Linfield last week while making four saves, dropping his goals against average this year to 0 ... Pacific Lutheran University: The volleyball team, which has extended its school-record winning streak to 15 matches, is ranked No. 15 in the latest AVCA Division III Coaches Poll. (Wwuvikings.com)
Obituaries for Saturday, October 20, 2007 Oct 20, 2007
In 1984, Susan met, fell in love with, and married Paul Menzel, a philosopher at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Wash. Together they shared many interests including cooking, gardening, entertaining and travel. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Former Ilwaco wrestling coach to be honored Oct 19, 2007
One of Washington's "old-school gentlemen" of wrestling, Virgil Burger of Long Beach, will be honored for more than a half-century of service at the Washington State Wrestling Coaches Association Hall of Fame ceremonies Nov. 10 at Pacific Lutheran University. Burger will receive the Joe Babbitt Contributors Award, which is presented annually to individuals who have significantly contributed to wrestling in Washington State. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Successful gridiron coach returns to Missouri Valley in November to speak Oct 18, 2007
Frosty was a professor and the head football coach at Pacific Lutheran University for 32 years until his retirement in 2004 ... Dr. Frosty Westering is a retired professor of health and physical education and was head football coach from Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington ... Westering, the 32-year football coach at Pacific Lutheran University, retired with 305 collegiate victories in his coaching career at the end of the 2003 season. (Missouri Valley Times News, IA)
Buffs Go For A Swim Oct 1, 2007
The other one was a game vs. Pacific Lutheran University when Hawkins coached Wilamette. PLU scored 20 points in four minutes to tie the game. (BuffCountry.com)
Carroll Hall to induct eight Sep 26, 2007
As a sophomore in the 1987 national tourney, in a 36-26 loss to Pacific Lutheran University, he sparked the defense with two quarterback sacks and six tackles. In 1988, Clark led the club with 14 quarterback hurries, and tied for the lead with nine sacks and four fumble recoveries. (Helena Independent Record)
Tacoma News Tribune: Upset win nice, but Western looks ahead Sep 13, 2007
Pacific Lutheran University: Two NCAA Division I transfers who will be sophomores have made commitments to play softball for the Lutes ... A year after starting 0-3, the Pacific Lutheran University football team opened with a 48-17 win at California Lutheran. (Wwuvikings.com)
New Director of Nursing Practice Named for Nurses Association Sep 12, 2007
In addition, she has been a nursing educator in a variety of roles since 1984 including Clinical Faculty member of both the University of Washington School of Nursing in Seattle and Tacoma, and Pacific Lutheran University School of Nursing. Watkins has been an active member of the Northwest Organization of Nurse Executives and is a recent past president of the organization. (PR Newswire)
UW is No. 42, WSU is No. 118 in magazine's college rankings Aug 19, 2007
Whitworth College of Spokane was No. 9 on that list, Pacific Lutheran University of Tacoma was No. 13, Seattle Pacific University was No. 14, Western Washington University was No. 17, Evergreen State College was No. 27, Walla Walla University was No. 39, Central Washington University was No. 43, and St. Martin's University in Lacey was No. 58. Entrepreneur Case Studies. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Boy Impaled In Javelin-Throwing Accident Jul 24, 2007
-- Kyler Osborne, 14, was practicing throwing the javelin at a practice track behind Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma on July 7 when he threw the javelin short and fell into it. Only a few people have been hit by javelins, I never expected me to be one of them, Osborne said. (KIRO TV, WA)
Vick blitzed by trouble Jul 22, 2007
" Psychologists suggest tougher responses to the earlier incidents by Vick's teammates, his coaches, even his fans might have prevented the current troubles. "Individual behavior does not occur in a vacuum," said Colleen Hacker, a sports psychologist who teaches at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Wash., and is the school's former women's soccer coach. "The environment you put yourself in influences who you are. The people who are an ongoing part of your life influence who you are. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Northwest Area Foundation Board of Directors Announces Three Key Appointments: Kari Schlachtenhaufen is Interim CEO, Daniel Kemmis is the Chair of the Board and Dorothy Bridges is Vice Chair Jul 14, 2007
Schlachtenhaufen holds a law degree from the University of Oregon, and a bachelor's degree from Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington. She and her husband reside in Edina, Minnesota. (PR Newswire)
Senior survey says ... Jul 4, 2007
The Star of Grand Coulee - Senior survey says. Wednesday 4 July, 2007. (Grand Coulee Star, WA)
Older swimmers say goodbye to local competition today Jul 1, 2007
Klauder, meanwhile, will attend Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Wash. One of the reasons I picked that school is because I can swim, she said after she had finished her races Saturday. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Unraveling a mummy mystery from inside out Jun 28, 2007
"I think it is very cool," said archeologist Donald Ryan of Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Wash. who rediscovered the mummy in 1989 but was not involved in the current study. (Sun-Sentinel.com)
Egypt's Female Pharaoh mummy found... Jun 27, 2007
Professor Donald Ryan, of the Pacific Lutheran University, who rediscovered the tomb in 1989, however said Hawass is doing a "very good job and the results, whatever they might be, should be intriguing.". Hatshepsut, daughter of Pharaoh Tuthmosis I who ruled from 1504-1484 BC, was one of the most powerful female monarchs of the ancient world. (The Drudge Report)
Angie Sandvig Joins ConsumerBase Jun 23, 2007
Sandvig is a graduate of Pacific Lutheran University, Parkland, WA.. Sandvig will start with ConsumerBase this week. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Nation's Leader in Youth Sports Camps Launches Franchises Jun 22, 2007
During his college days at Pacific Lutheran University and later the University of Washington, Dave was confident Skyhawks could expand its geographical reach as well as the types of programs it was offering. Skyhawks currently offers 12 different athletic camps in 23 states. (PR Newswire)
Full Story... Jun 8, 2007
Marta Behling will be attending Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Wash. in the fall for environmental science. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
Columbia Bank Welcomes Kristine Crawford to Columbia Private Banking as Vice President, Private Banking Officer Jun 5, 2007
She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Pacific Lutheran University and a Master of Education Degree from the University of Puget Sound. A resident of Tacoma and Puyallup since 1980, Ms. Crawford and her fiance recently built a house in Buckley. (PR Newswire)
More of this story May 31, 2007
Pacific Lutheran University Deans Scholarship ... Pacific Lutheran University Faculty Scholarship. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Graduation: The Class of 2007 May 27, 2007
Samuel Jones SCHS Honor Graduate, OSAA Scholar Athlete, OSAA Activity Scholar, Pac West Scholar Athlete, SCHS Outstanding Student (Marine Biology), ACSI Distinguished Student (Fine Arts, Athletics), OSU E. E. Wilson Scholarship, Pacific Lutheran University Academic Scholarship ... Jay Kubler Pacific Lutheran University Academic Achievement b Scholarships, Linfield College Grant, Whitworth College Grant, OSU E. E. Wilson Scholarship, OSU Grants. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Correspondence School graduates 67 May 25, 2007
His sister, Brandy Hieb, received several scholarships, including 2,000 from the Masonic Foundation and a Diversity Scholarship to Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Wash. never thought the day would come, Hieb said. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
The Tacoma News Tribune: Fuchs never misses boat for Western women's crew May 24, 2007
Pacific Lutheran University: Four athletes will compete at the NCAA Division III national track and field championships at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh from Thursday to Saturday, including hammer thrower Taylor Hacker, a sophomore out of Gig Harbor High ... Players of the week: Pacific Lutheran University senior Joe DiPietro, who helped lead the Lutes to a Northwest Conference championship and their first NCAA Division III tournament appearance when they made it to the West Region final... (Wwuvikings.com)
Your Incredible Neighbors: Kindness, tenacity merge in local act of generosity May 20, 2007
After explaining her concerns to Sepic, a retired professor of business at Pacific Lutheran University in the Seattle-Tacoma area and a skilled handyman, he took over and said, I don t want you to worry; it ll get done. Highet said, He was the answer to my prayers. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Mahelona Auxiliary gifts students pursuing healthcare careers May 14, 2007
Gail Acob, the Kauai High School honoree, also plans on majoring in nursing at the Pacific Lutheran University in Washington. She was accompanied at the luncheon by her father, George Acob. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
In Brief: Matters of faith May 13, 2007
Find Rest With Spirit" at . For more information, call 272-0226. Grandparents, kids tour Alaska Zoo First Congregational Church, 2610 E. Northern Lights Blvd., offers a behind-the-scenes tour of the Alaska Zoo for No Empty Nest, grandparents raising grandchildren, from 10 a.m. to noon May 19. Make reservations by Monday with Tami Eller at 522-9866. 'Organic God' topic of talk Margaret Feinberg will speak on "The Organic God" at Anchorage Vineyard Church, 1800 W. 48th Ave., at 7 p.m. Monday and... (Anchorage Daily News)
Columbia Bank Welcomes Michele Oosterink as Vice President, Manager of Auburn Branch Apr 26, 2007
She has been married for 32 years and her daughter recently graduated from Pacific Lutheran University. Columbia Bank is a Washington state-chartered, full-service commercial bank providing financial products and services to individuals, business and the real estate community. (PR Newswire)
Tacoma News Tribune: Bellarmine cousins lead WWU golf team Apr 26, 2007
Pacific Lutheran University: The baseball team is ranked No. 14 in the latest American Baseball Coaches Association/Collegiate Baseball NCAA Division III poll, released last week ... Player of the week: Pacific Lutheran University senior right-handed pitcher Kael Fisher was named the Northwest Conference pitcher of the week after tossing a complete game, four-hit shutout at Whitworth last weekend. (Wwuvikings.com)
Petrzelka-Simon Apr 23, 2007
The bride-to-be graduated in 2003 from Burlington-Edison High School and in 2007 from Pacific Lutheran University ... The groom-to-be is a 2003 graduate of Auburn High School and a 2007 graduate of Pacific Lutheran University. (Mount Vernon Skagit Valley Herald, WA)
Should college applicants get background checks? Apr 19, 2007
Says Karl Stumo, associate vice president for admission and financial aid at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Wash. "Our process evaluates academic preparedness as well as personal character.". (USA Today -- News)
UW To Honor Former Basketball Coach Apr 13, 2007
Harshman, who will turn 90 on October 4, coached in 1,090 college games, the ninth-most in NCAA history, as the head coach at Washington, Pacific Lutheran University and Washington State University ... A 1942 graduate of Pacific Lutheran University, Harshman is a Puget Sound native. (Gohuskies.com)
KRIDER: A surprise 4-homer smash Apr 11, 2007
He is interested in studying business and is leaning toward attending Pacific Lutheran University to play football and, possibly, baseball. His four-homer explosion, however, may have changed his thinking. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Candidates file for LBCC board Mar 28, 2007
He graduated from Twin Falls High School in Idaho, and holds a bachelor s degree in business administration from Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Wash. and an MBA from the University of Denver. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
