How to shop smarter for groceries Nov 21, 2008
For example, if you live or work near Fresno Pacific University, head to Vallarta Supermarket at Chestnut and Butler avenues, then drive north to Asia Supermarket at Chestnut and Tulare avenues. Or, if you shop at the Vineyard farmers market at Shaw and Blackstone avenues, consider dropping by the Grocery Outlet at Ashlan and Blackstone avenues or the Trader Joe's at Blackstone and Barstow avenues. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Clovis West tries to net milestone Nov 20, 2008
DeRuiter, a former Fresno Pacific University player, will be going for her 10th Central Section title. She coached Central Valley Christian to six (1999-2004) and played on three section championship teams at Immanuel High. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Bellingham trio plays role in Vikings' success Nov 20, 2008
When college soccer coaches were recruiting out of Bellingham High School three years ago, she narrowed down her choices to two - Western Washington University and Seattle Pacific University. When SPU said it decided to go with a different soccer player than Morgan, she decided to join the Vikings' women's soccer program. (Wwuvikings.com)
Students and parents get a taste of life after high school Nov 20, 2008
He added that the program is catching on with O ahu schools and Hawai i Pacific University is already including information from HISS as part of its housing information packet. Moritsugu said this year s event catered to about 450 high school students during the morning session, but that number jumped when middle school students showed up. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Vikings at SPU Tip-off Classic this weekend, host Walla Walla on Monday Nov 19, 2008
- Following a blowout win in its season and home opener, the Western Washington University men's basketball team competes in the Seattle Pacific University Tip-Off Classic this weekend at Royal Brougham Pavilion on the SPU campus. The Vikings, who clobbered Cascade College, 109-69, on Monday, meet Cal State San Bernardino, ranked No.20 in the National Association of Basketball Coaches/NCAA Division II Preseason Top 25, on Friday at 5 p.m. On Saturday at 5 p.m., they tangle with University of... (Wwuvikings.com)
Douglas C. Strain, co-founder of Electro Scientific Industries, dies A founding father of Oregon's high-tech industry, he also was a prolific philanthropist Nov 18, 2008
He made substantial gifts to Pacific University in Forest Grove, where he funded an endowed chair of philosophy and served on the board of trustees ... A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in Pacific University's McCready Auditorium. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
Palin could make millions of dollars from book deal Nov 18, 2008
Alaska Pacific University President Douglas North called the effort counterintuitive. APU has a dry campus, meaning alcohol is not allowed. (Anchorage Daily News)
Western clobbers Cascade, 109-69 Nov 18, 2008
Western next competes in the Seattle Pacific University Tip-Off Classic, meeting Cal State San Bernardino on Friday (5 p.m.) and Mary on Saturday (5 p.m.). (Wwuvikings.com)
Selling Fresno will pay off for all of us Nov 18, 2008
Fresno Pacific University, for example, is hosting the NAIA men's soccer championships Nov. 30 through Dec. 6 and, again, in 2009. The tournament will draw 5,000 visitors and fill 1,000 hotel rooms, according to the Fresno Convention and Visitors Bureau. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
• Opening night Nov 14, 2008
Boise State vs. Pacific University. 8:15 p.m., 98. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
HPU's 'Rabbit' a well-wrought drama Nov 13, 2008
It does offer excellent roles and the production directed by Joyce Maltby at Hawai'i Pacific University is well cast and very well executed ... Paul and Vi Loo Theatre, Hawai'i Pacific University. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Western places eight on GNAC All-Star team Nov 12, 2008
The 1996 Seattle Pacific University graduate also won the award in 2006. In six seasons as the head coach for the Viking women, Connell has a record of 70-41-8. (Wwuvikings.com)
Valley salutes veterans' service Nov 12, 2008
The following places will be closed or not operating today: Public schools California State University, Fresno, and Fresno City College City, county, state and federal offices Courts Libraries Kings Area Rural Transit Post offices and mail delivery Banks Hanford waste collection: (Tuesday collection on Wednesday, Wednesday collection on Thursday, and Thursday collection on Friday)The following places will be operating today: Fresno Pacific University, West Hills College and College of the... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Oakhurst training shop hit by blaze Nov 12, 2008
Her 22-year-old son recently graduated from Fresno Pacific University, and her 18-year-old daughter started her first year at the same university. "It's a tragedy," she said of the fire. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Western ends season with 3-0 win over Seattle Pacific Nov 9, 2008
- Freshmen midfielders (Kirkland/Juanita) and (Mount Vernon) each scored a goal and assisted on another as Western Washington University closed out its season with a 3-0 victory over Seattle Pacific University in a Great Northwest Athletic Conference men's soccer contest Saturday night at Orca Field on the Whatcom CC campus. Western finished with a seven-game unbeaten streak (6-0-1), posting an 11-5-3 overall record and capturing the GNAC championship at 7-1-0. (Wwuvikings.com)
Antlers fall at stateWin or go home: Bonanza will play for a chance to place today Nov 8, 2008
After the Antlers woke up, they took two-time state finalist Weston-McEwen the distance before falling, 25-8, 19-25, 25-19, 11-25, 15-9, at the Pacific Athletic Center on the Pacific University campus. Bonanza, which finished fifth in last year s tournament, will face Douglas in a loser-out match at 10 a.m. today. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Henley wins, Bonanza falls in state volleyball tournament Nov 8, 2008
Bonanza returns to action at 10 a.m. today at Pacific University in Forest Grove. Reader Comments. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Novelist and Filmmaker Ruth Ozeki to Speak at Public Lecture Nov 8, 2008
The Hawai'i Pacific University Reads: 2008-2009 Common Book Program will host a public lecture by novelist and filmmaker Ruth Ozeki at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13 at Tenney Theatre at St. Andrew's Priory School. In "Hybrid Vigor: Mixing Science and Fiction," the award-winning Japanese-American author will discuss hybridity as it applies to literature, culture and agriculture, and describe the process of transforming research into fiction. (Honolulu Advertiser)
• Another NCAA run will be tough task for Broncos Nov 8, 2008
Graham will get a better look at his team when Boise State opens the season with a home game against Pacific University on Nov. 14. The Broncos schedule features three road games against teams that appeared in last year's NCAA tournament: Siena, BYU and San Diego. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
CV, SC swept into consolations Nov 8, 2008
Monroe lost in the 2A tournament at Pacific University in Forest Grove to Blanchet Catholic, 25-9, 25-15, 25-23 and will play Bonanza at 10 a.m. today. Bonanza lost in five to Weston-McEwen. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
HPU beats Grand Canyon for first time Nov 8, 2008
Hawai i Pacific University Sea Warriors defeated Grand Canyon 1-0 yesterday for the first time in school history in their quest for the PacWest Conference title. Kapa a High School graduate Bukoski fired a shot at the 52nd minute, but missed just left of the goal. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Useless Knowledge: Mascot madness Nov 7, 2008
The Montana Standard. The Montana Standard. (Montana Standard, MT)
Mayor says he'll maintain services Nov 7, 2008
"The Honolulu economy is now in recession, there is no doubt about it," said Leroy Laney, a professor of finance and economics at Hawai'i Pacific University and a former senior vice president and chief economist for First Hawaiian Bank. "We have to look long and hard to find any optimistic signs."We will continue to be in recession through the major part of 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Here's why you need to be there. Nov 7, 2008
Gold sponsors are Hawaii Pacific University, Cades Schutte and Hawaii Pacific Health. Individual tickets and tables for Business Leadership Hawaii can be purchased through today. (Pacific Business News, HI)
State-ment timeHenley, Bonanza eyeing deep playoff runs in state volleyball playoffs Nov 6, 2008
Ho by Andrew Mariman Ready for state: Bonanza libero Marianna Ortega and the rest of the Antlers hope to do some damage at this weekends state tournament at Pacific University in Forest Grove ... First, the Antlers must defeat Weston-McEwen, which has been runner-up the last two years and is tied with Bonanza for fourth in the latest 2A coaches poll, at 1:15 p.m. Friday at Pacific University in Forest Grove. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
In the nick of time Nov 6, 2008
Class in session: At the recently opened Nicholas G. Hayek Watchmaking School located within the Asia Pacific University College of Technology ation (UCTI, formerly known as APIIT) premises at Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil ... At the moment, the school is situated within the premises of the Asia Pacific University College of Technology ation (UCTI, formerly known as APIIT) at Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Bukoski, HPU beat Dixie State Nov 6, 2008
KANE OHE Kapa a High School graduate and current Hawai i Pacific University freshman Chance Bukoski took six shots yesterday in the Sea Warriors 3-1 victory over Dixie State yesterday at the Atherton Field. With the win, HPU (10-5-2, 8-2-1) remains in contention for the PacWest title. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
"Jogging" shrimp an Internet hit Nov 6, 2008
"'As far as I know, this is the first time that shrimp have been exercised on a treadmill and it was amazing to see how well they did," said professor David Scholnick, of the Pacific University in Oregon in America, one of the scientists involved. Some fans have even put music to it -- such as the Benny Hill theme tune or music from the film Chariots of Fire. (Xinhuanet, China)
HPU to host Global Entrepreneurship Week Nov 5, 2008
Hawai'i Pacific University will host a weeklong series of events to encourage entrepreneurship at Global Entrepreneurship Week Nov. 17-22 at various downtown locations and the Windward Hawai'i Loa Campus. The week will include a wide range of opportunities for participants and attendees, including invention competitions, networking events, investor feedback sessions, individual school-based activities, and an entrepreneurship summit. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Miss Chinatown Hawaii crowned Nov 5, 2008
Among her prizes: a Hawai'i Pacific University tuition scholarship and a goodwill tour to China. A graduate of Sacred Hearts Academy and reservationist with the Hale Koa Hotel, Kam is the daughter of Wesley and Lynette Kam. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Alaska immune from recession - for now Nov 4, 2008
Randall was to Canadian , who s skiing with the Alaska Pacific University Nordic Ski Center this season. FORMER ALASKA CHAMP A WASHINGTON STANDOUT: Michael Miller, the former Anchorage Christian Schools student who was 1-2-3A Alaska cross-country champion in 2006 and 2007, is continuing his winning ways in suburban Seattle, On Saturday, Miller easily won the Class 3A cross-country district title for Mount Rainier High School in Des Moines. (Anchorage Daily News)
Hawai'i Pacific University to Host Global Entrepreneurship Week Hawai'i Nov 4, 2008
Hawaii Pacific University to Host Global Entrepreneurship Week Hawaii ... Hawai'i Pacific University will host a week-long series of events to encourage entrepreneurship at Global Entrepreneurship Week (Global EW), Nov. 17-22 at various downtown locations and the windward Hawai'i Loa Campus. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Local legend Bob Gambold passes on Nov 2, 2008
The Lions racked up wins over the University of Portland, Pacific University, Pacific Lutheran University, Eastern Washington University, Lower Columbia College, and the 1946 and 47 Northwest AAU champions. Bob was an all-around, complete player on both offense and defense, Moses said. (Longview Daily News, WA)
West Albany advances to state Nov 2, 2008
The Dragons will play the winner of Saturday night s match between Union and Blanchet at 1:15 p.m. Friday in the quarterfinals at Pacific University in Forest Grove. McKenzie Warden had two aces and seven kills, Tessa Stroda 17 assists and Clara Crocker two aces and five kills for Monroe. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Gold Beach takes No. 2 volleyball seed for Sunset Nov 1, 2008
The World Link: Gold Beach takes No. 2 volleyball seed for Sunset. Gold Beach takes No. 2 volleyball seed for Sunset. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Roma leads balanced attack as Vikings win in four sets at Seattle Pacific Oct 31, 2008
393 attack percentage, helping Western Washington University to a 25-27, 25-14, 25-15, 27-25, victory over Seattle Pacific University in a Great Northwest Athletic Conference volleyball match Thursday at Royal Brougham Pavilion. The Vikings, rated No.12 in the American Volleyball Coaches Association/NCAA Division II Top 25 Poll and No.7 in the West Region rating, improved to 17-2 overall and remained second in the GNAC standings at 9-2. (Wwuvikings.com)
Rob Machan Assumes Reigns of Men's Volleyball Program Oct 29, 2008
"His knowledge of the sport, enthusiasm and intensity will be a welcome addition to men's volleyball at Sacred Heart. Machan replaces who resigned after four years as head coach. Machan has helped revitalize the women's volleyball program in a very short time, leading it to a Division I record 15 wins already this season. Machan joined the Sacred Heart athletic department after two years as an assistant coach in at Azusa Pacific University in Azusa, California. As a member of head coach Chris... (Sacredheartpioneers.com)
McCain, Obama cross Fla. today Oct 29, 2008
Syracuse University College of Law - Juris Doctor (J.D.) vs. John McCain: United States NavalAcademy - Class rank: 894 of 899 Sarah Palin: Hawaii Pacific University - 1 semester North Idaho College- 2 semesters - general study University of Idaho - 2 semesters -journalism Matanuska-Susitna College - 1 semester University of Idaho - 3 semesters -B.A. in Journalism Education isn't everything, but this is about the two highest offices in the land as well as our standing in the world. You make the... (The Palm Beach Post)
Inside Alaska business Oct 28, 2008
Hosts are the Alaska Pacific University Department of Business Administration, APU's MBA program and the University of Alaska Anchorage College of Business and Public Policy. Student competitors are eligible for three cash prizes ranging from $500 to $1,500. (Anchorage Daily News)
Diving economy could doom Fresno Co., state bond measures Oct 28, 2008
Anna Gregory, an 18-year-old student at Fresno Pacific University, will vote for the first time in November. She's still weighing her options on the bond proposals. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Oregon not really 'in play' this time Oct 28, 2008
While Oregon hasn't voted for a Republican president since choosing Ronald Reagan in 1984, it was considered a swing state in the past two elections, says Jim Moore, who teaches political science at Pacific University in Forest Grove, Ore. In 2000, Democratic nominee Al Gore won Oregon by less than half a percentage point. (USA Today -- News)
Together (10/27/08) Oct 27, 2008
Judith graduated from Alaska Pacific University with a human resources degree and a master's degree in adult education while raising the family. She also obtained a master's in divinity from the Vancouver School of Theology in British Columbia. (Anchorage Daily News)
Island Images Oct 27, 2008
DENNIS ODA / DODA@STARBULLETIN.COM MAKING A GOOD ACCOUNTING: The Hawaii Society of Certified Public Accounts and Hawaii Pacific University accounting students lent a helping hand at Ala Wai Elementary School yesterday for Make A Difference Day 2008. Marnelli Taasin, Kirk Yamada and Tam Huynh, all HPU accounting students, repainted the school's hopscotch lines. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
UMHB Football Hits The Road Oct 24, 2008
The Raiders are 2-5 overall and are coming off a 16-14 victory over Azusa Pacific University last weekend. The two teams will be meeting for the first time and there is no doubt that SOU has the Crus attention. (KWTX.com, TX)
Hypochondriac high jinks Oct 23, 2008
Get spooked by the wolf tonight through Nov. 1 at 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays -- with an additional 10 p.m. show on Halloween -- and 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at Grant Hall auditorium at Alaska Pacific University. Tickets, $5 to $7, are available at the door or by calling 677-7529. (Anchorage Daily News)
HPU Downtown Campus Bookstore to hold grand opening of new location Oct 23, 2008
The Hawai'i Pacific University Downtown Campus Bookstore is scheduled to celebrate the grand opening of its new location from 3-5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29. The new store is located on the mall level of the Union Mall side of the 1132 Bishop Street Building. (Honolulu Advertiser)
At 4.5%, joblessness in Isles nears 7-year high Oct 22, 2008
Leroy Laney, a professor of economics and finance at Hawai'i Pacific University, cautioned that the outlook isn't very bright. Laney said he is in the process of putting together his 2009 economic forecast for First Hawaiian Bank and said, "the numbers that I'm coming up with, they're not good.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
Liberal and 'real Americans' Oct 22, 2008
I guess the University of Hawaii-Hilo, Hawaii Pacific University, Matanuska-Susitka Community College-Palmer, AK, University of Idaho, and Northern Idaho State University did not require an understanding of how the government functions when granting a student a minor in Political Science. Just what did this woman do to earn her grades in high school and college. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Local Briefs Oct 21, 2008
Business Forum setFresno Pacific University will hold the 2008 Business Forum with Tom Morris speaking on "The Art of Achievement" at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Fresno Convention Center, 700 M St.Tickets cost $40, $350 for a table of 10. Details: (559) 453-7139, fresno. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Oahu blood drives announced for November Oct 20, 2008
Nov. 7, 8:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m., Hawaii Pacific University - Downtown ... Nov. 20, 9 a.m. 3 p.m., Hawaii Pacific University Hawaii Loa Campus. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Political Bombshell: Colin Powell Endorses Obama Oct 20, 2008
Syracuse University College of Law - Juris Doctor (J.D.) vs. McCain: United States Naval Academy - Class rank: 894 of 899 Palin: Hawaii Pacific University - 1 semester North Idaho College - 2 semesters - general study University of Idaho - 2 semesters - journalism Matanuska-Susitna College - 1 semester University of Idaho - 3 semesters - B.A. in Journalism. Posted by: whatev Location: all over on Oct 19, 2008 at 05:06 PM who cares. (KWTX.com, TX)
Around the Valley Oct 20, 2008
Business forum plannedFresno Pacific University will hold the 2008 Business Forum with Tom Morris speaking on "The Art of Achievement" at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Fresno Convention Center, 700 M St. Tickets cost $40, or $350 for a table of 10. Details: (559) 453-7139, fresno. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Maui's economy expected to slump Oct 19, 2008
Maui led the state's decline in visitor arrivals last year and was the only island to see a drop in spending, said Laney, a professor of economics and finance at Hawaii Pacific University. The declines have worsened in 2008, with Maui arrivals down 6. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Maui is on a business down cycle Oct 19, 2008
Laney, a professor of economics and finance at Hawai'i Pacific University, noted that his outlooks have been predicting a slower economy for a couple of years. "This year that's happened.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
No.14 Westerns earns 1-1 overtime tie at No.6 Seattle Pacific Oct 17, 2008
- Western Washington University maintained its place atop the Great Northwest Athletic Conference standings as it battled to a 1-1 overtime tie with Seattle Pacific University in a women's soccer contest between two nationally ranked teams Thursday at Interbay Stadium. The Vikings, ranked No.14 in this week's National Soccer Coaches Association of America/NCAA Division II Coaches Poll and second in the Far West Region ratings, is now 10-2-1 overall and first in the GNAC standings at 6-0-1. (Wwuvikings.com)
HPU Awarded $472,000 Grant from U.S. Department of State Oct 15, 2008
Hawai'i Pacific University has been awarded a grant of $472,000 from the U.S. Department of State, announced Dr. Carlos Ju rez, dean of the College of International Studies. The award will be used to develop English language teaching (ELT) materials for use overseas and to host a Summer Institute in June 2009 for 26 English as a Second/Foreign Language (ESL/EFL) teachers selected from various regions of the world. (Honolulu Advertiser)
State Center hopefuls trade jabs Oct 15, 2008
Said Caglia: "I don't think anyone should be an elected official with those set of circumstances over their head. I wouldn't last very long if I treated my female employees like that."Forhan responded: "It was an unfortunate situation for both myself and the district."He noted that Patterson in 2001 sued Fresno Pacific University -- where she worked before joining State Center -- alleging harassment and sexual discrimination, and that she received a settlement of $100,000 from the university.... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
In brief: Health updates (10/14/08) Oct 14, 2008
Overcoming Trauma and Addiction With Love, Strength and Power, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Friday, Alaska Pacific University, 4101 University Drive. Charlotte Kasl, Ph. (Anchorage Daily News)
Hawaii debates need for constitution fixes Oct 13, 2008
"I don't think the timing is particularly good," said John Hart, a communication professor at Hawai'i Pacific University. "Between someone from Hawai'i running for president and the rail issue coming to a head, I think it's easy to see why something more abstract and theoretical like a ConCon could get pushed to the side.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
NYC teachers sue to wear political buttons in school Oct 13, 2008
The group said it also had received complaints about bans on campaign activities at Iowa Western Community College and Fresno Pacific University in California. In New York, the UFT's lawsuit included a copy of a letter it received from the schools. (USA Today -- News)
In brief: Matters of Faith Oct 12, 2008
BUDDHIST SERVICES: Join the Rev. Yuho Van Parijs at the White Lotus Center for Shin Buddhism/Myoko-in Temple at Alaska Pacific University Chapel, Atwood Building, at 11 a.m. Sundays to Dec. 31. For details, call 306-0620. (Anchorage Daily News)
TCU Sweeps through second day at Rainbow Wahine Oct 11, 2008
HONOLULU, Hawaii - The TCU women's tennis team swept all twelve matches in the second day of the 2008 Rainbow Wahine Invitational, sweeping all four doubles matches and eight singles meetings against the University of Hawaii, Hawaii Pacific University and UC-Santa Barbara. We had a very good day today, head coach said. (Gofrogs.com)
Obama purchases half hour of primetime on CBS, also in talks with FOX, NBC... DEVELOPING... Oct 10, 2008
Palin: Hawaii Pacific University - 1 semester North Idaho College - 2 semesters - general study University of Idaho - 2 semesters - journalism Matanuska-Susitna College - 1 semester University of Idaho - 3 semesters - B.A. in Journalism ... Palin: Hawaii Pacific University - 1 semester North Idaho College - 2 semesters - general study University of Idaho - 2 semesters - journalism Matanuska-Susitna College - 1 semester University of Idaho - 3 semesters - B.A. in Journalism ... Palin: Hawaii... (The Drudge Report)
ARDA-Hawai'i Raises $20,000 Toward Steve Hirano Memorial Scholarship Oct 10, 2008
The American Resort Development Association (ARDA)-Hawai'i recently raised $20,000 at the annual ARDA-Hawai'i Golf Tournament to benefit the Steve Hirano Memorial Scholarship at Hawai'i Pacific University. The endowed scholarship fund was founded in 2006 to honor Steve Hirano, long-time lobbyist for ARDA, for his dedication to building the timeshare industry in Hawai'i. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Lecture on Laysan Albatross this evening at Hanauma Bay Oct 10, 2008
Tonight's lecture, "Sea Birds as Indicators of Plastic Pollution in the Marine Environment" will be presented by Dr. David Hyrenbach, Associate Professor of Oceanography at the Hawai`i Pacific University. Dr. Hyrenbach will discuss the pervasive problem and impacts of plastic ingestion by seabirds, with emphasis on the ecology and habitat of the Laysan and black-footed albatross. (Honolulu Advertiser)
