Former Catamounts Nick McNeil, Mitchell Dukes Sign in Professional Football Jun 6, 2008
Western Carolina opens its 2008 season by hosting Shorter College at E.J. Whitmire Stadium / Bob Waters Field on Thursday, August 28 at 7:00 pm. Season tickets are still available by contacting the WCU ticket office at 800-34-GOWCU or online at. (Catamountsports.com)
Steele, 'Heart of FES' retires this week May 30, 2008
I narrowed my college choices down to two schools: Berry College and Shorter College. I picked Berry and loved it. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Wedding announcement: Jessica Darielle Henry and Andrew Calley Smith May 29, 2008
The future bride is a 2008 graduate of Shorter College with a bachelor s degree in elementary education ... The future groom is a 2005 graduate of Shorter College with a bachelor s degree in secondary education. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Western Carolina, Head Coach Kim Cherry Announce 2008-09 Catamount Cheerleaders May 28, 2008
The cheerleaders will have several summer training opportunities in preparation for the fall season, which commences with the first Catamount home football game on Thursday, August 28 at 7:00 pm when WCU hosts Shorter College at E.J. Whitmire Stadium / Bob Waters Field. Western Carolina Cheer Squad 2008-2009, Sr., Conyers, GA (Heritage HS), Sr., Franklin, NC (Franklin HS), Sr., Clemmons, NC (West Forsyth HS), Sr., Norwood, NC (South Stanley HS), Sr., Raleigh, NC (Leesville Road HS), Sr.,... (Catamountsports.com)
Vann named VP of Academic Affairs at Coosa Valley Tech May 27, 2008
Vann graduated cum laude from Shorter College in 1997 with a bachelor of science degree in management. She obtained her master of science degree in computer information technology from Regis University, Denver, Col., in 2002 and received her education specialist degree in 2004 from Nova Southeastern University. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Cubs aim to add another athletic player May 24, 2008
05/23/2008 11:00 AM ET Cubs eyeing athleticism in Draft Chicago making most of shorter college scouting opportunity By Carrie Muskat / MLB.com. Outfielder Tyler Colvin was the Cubs' No. 1 pick in the 2006 First-Year Player Draft. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Shorter College lands GL's Eberhardt May 22, 2008
Gordon Lee senior Taylor Eberhardt signed a baseball scholarship with Shorter College on Monday ... Gordon Lee s long list of players who have gone on to sign college baseball scholarships got a little longer Monday morning as senior first baseman Taylor Eberhardt signed to continue his career at Shorter College. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Emmanuel College lands Callie Gee May 15, 2008
Emmanuel plays in the NAIA s Southern States Athletic Conference against the likes of Lee University and Shorter College, which Gee said was a bonus for her family and friends. This way more people can come out and see me and I don t have to be so far away, she explained. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Male teachers a rare breed across state May 9, 2008
Hawkins earned his undergraduate degree at Shorter College. Of the 22 students in Hawkins master s program at Kennesaw State University, he was the only male in his block to pursue education. (Calhoun Times, GA)
See who's marching when! May 3, 2008
Shorter College, Rome: 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, Winthrop-King Centre. Speaker: Carmen Acevedo Butcher, Shorter College's scholar in residence and associate professor of English. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Broadaway, Skinner look for success May 2, 2008
Today will mark the year s third Nationwide event for Skinner, who graduated from Worth County and Shorter College. On a whim, he tried out for the Athens event two weeks ago and not only made the cut, he scored a 6-under-par 66 in the final round. (Albany Herald)
Junior achievement: This year's crop the best ever in NFL draft? Apr 23, 2008
The junior backs might come to the NFL short of playing time, but their bodies endured less punishment in a shorter college career. "There are positives and negatives to it," concedes Mendenhall, a one-year starter at Illinois. (USA Today -- Sports)
Next stop Chattanooga for Girls' Player of the Year Apr 15, 2008
Charlsie Broome (LaFayette) Future Shorter College softball player averaged 24 points in her last four games to finish the season with 12 ... Emily Clements (LaFayette) Another future Shorter College softball player gave solid guard play for the Lady Ramblers by averaging 8. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Soprano Indra Thomas finds her emotional match in Verdi's 'Aida' Apr 12, 2008
Serious about pursuing a professional singing career, the graduate of Georgia's Shorter College attended Philadelphia's highly regarded Academy of Vocal Arts, where she received an Artist Diploma. I knew hardly anything about opera when I got there, Thomas recalls. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Ex Air Force coach DeBerry inducted into Sports Hall of Fame Apr 10, 2008
By Pat Graham ASSOCIATED PRESS. 7:21 a.m. April 9, 2008. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Ex-AFA coach DeBerry inducted into Colo. HOF Apr 10, 2008
SI.com - NCAA Football - DeBerry inducted into Colorado Hall of Fame - Wednesday April 9, 2008 3:47PM. DeBerry inducted into Colorado Hall. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Foundation pledges $500,000 to Shorter Apr 10, 2008
The Benjamin F. Brandy Charitable Foundation has pledged $500,000 to fund residence hall improvements at Shorter College. Foundation President Phill Bettis presented a check for the first installment of $50,000 to Shorter President Harold E. Newman recently. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Catamount Football Winds Down Winter Training; Preps for Spring Drills Under Wagner Mar 28, 2008
The team is slated to report in the fall on Aug. 2, with the first game of the 2008 season scheduled under the lights on Thursday, Aug. 28 at 7:00 pm as the Catamounts entertain Shorter College. (Catamountsports.com)
Pvt. Picon hoping to become chaplain Mar 26, 2008
Her daughter Jessica, 18, is a freshman at Shorter College in Rome, and her son Jeremy, 16, is a sophomore at Gordon Central High School. My daughter is focused on college right now, Picon said. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Shorter gets "developmental approval" for nursing program Mar 25, 2008
The Georgia Board of Nursing has granted Shorter College "developmental approval" for its proposal to offer a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. "The decision by the Georgia Board of Nursing gives us the authorization to proceed with developing the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program," said Shorter College President Dr. Harold E. Newman ... Interested students should begin enrolling in the prerequisite general education classes at Shorter College beginning Fall 2008. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Welsh is JSU Hall of Fame nominee Mar 25, 2008
Welsh is a 1990 graduate of Shorter College with a B.A. in English and a 2001 graduate of Jacksonville State University with a master s degree in library media. She is a member of the National Council of Teachers of English, Cherokee County Education Association, National Education Association, Alabama Education Association and the Rome Association of Educators (1990-1997). (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
Davis ready to make the leap to Shorter Mar 20, 2008
At its current pace, LaFayette High School may soon become the North Campus of Shorter College. The Hawks collected another Rambler athlete on Tuesday, inking senior track standout Rekieta Davis for Shorter s growing track program. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Swinging into Action Mar 15, 2008
Our chances for the boys in the region are good as long as we work hard, former Shorter College linkster Stephenson said. Having the region at home certainly should help. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Show honors the music of Johnny Cash Mar 6, 2008
" A graduate of North Forsyth High School and Shorter College, the veteran actor has the opportunity to sing several of Cash's best-loved songs - "A Boy Named Sue," "Folsom Prison Blues" and "If I Were a Carpenter" - but is quick to point out that while he may be singing Johnny Cash, he's not playing Johnny Cash. "There's no one person who plays Johnny Cash," says Wood, who's one of three main vocalists in the road-show version of "Ring of Fire," which comes to the Classic Center on Saturday. "A... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Ringgold's Tucker focused on R.B.I. approach Mar 4, 2008
Ringgold is scheduled to play its first game on March 6 against Calhoun at Shorter College where Tucker was a standout player. Classifieds. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Floyd heats up early scrimmage Feb 26, 2008
Ringgold will play Calhoun at Shorter College on March 6. Get the scoop on this year's Catoosa County baseball teams and a preview of what s planned for the diamonds in next week's edition of The Catoosa County News. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Cedartown native leads college staff to claim award Feb 25, 2008
Shorter Colleges website honored with Award of Excellence ... ROME -- Shorter College s website (www. (Cedartown Standard, GA)
Scientist to explain health benefits of cranberries Feb 24, 2008
Presentation is part of series at Shorter College ... ROME -- Shorter College will host Dr. Daneel Ferreira of the University of Mississippi for a science lecture at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 28 ... This presentation will be in Shorter College's chorale room, which is located on the second floor of the Minor Fine Arts building. (Rockmart Journal, GA)
Knights off to 4-0 start Feb 22, 2008
for a four-game set with Shorter College. OCC will play at 1 p.m. Sunday and Monday. (Olney Daily Mail, IL)
Diamonds sparkle with baseball in Catoosa Feb 22, 2008
Ringgold will play in its first scrimmage at Hiram on Feb. 23, before the season opener at Shorter College with Calhoun on March 6. Tucker is a Shorter graduate where he starred for the Hawks. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Engagement: Megan Danielle Henry and Robert Olliff Boatwright Feb 19, 2008
She received her Bachelor of Science degree in early childhood education from Shorter College, graduating cum laude ... He attended Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College in Tifton, and Shorter College, graduating magna cum laude with a bachelor s degree is biology. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Jackets looking to fill voids Feb 19, 2008
March 1 Vidalia, doubleheader at Jackson (1 p.m.); March 6 Ringgold, at Shorter College (5:30 p.m.); March 13 Pepperell, away (5:30 p.m.); March 14 Rockmart, home (5:30 p.m.); March 17 Rome, away (5:30 p.m.); March 18 Model, away (5 p.m.); March 20 Coosa, home (5:30 p.m.); March 21 Temple, away (5:30 p.m.); March 25 Armuchee, home (5:30 p.m.); March 27 Darlington, away (4:30 p.m.); March 29 Southeast Whitfield, away (1 p.m.). April 1 Baylor (Tenn. (Calhoun Times, GA)
'Moving' collection keeps Greear closer to home Feb 17, 2008
" While teaching at Gulfport High School, she met Philip Greear, who was in training at a U.S. Air Force Base on the Gulf Coast. They married and after World War II, moved to Georgia, living in Rome for about 30 years before they moved to Helen, where her husband's family had moved from Virginia when he was 8 years old. Over the course of their lives, they raised five children, and her husband made a name for himself as a professor at Shorter College and as a longtime member of the Georgia... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Lady Ramblers' season ends with loss to Model Feb 16, 2008
Shorter College softball signee Charlsie Broome scored a team-high 23 for LaFayette. The Lady Ramblers finished their season with a 13-12 record. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Freeman named Offensive Player of the Year Feb 13, 2008
Landon Littlejohn - LaFayette - Senior lineman recovered from a knee injury to sign with Shorter College. Cole Shattuck - LaFayette - A leader up front for the Ramblers and one of the team's most consistent linemen. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Church Columnists: Feb. 13, 2008 Feb 13, 2008
Chason Disheroon is in college at Shorter College in Rome, he made the Dean's List and also the All State College Choir and recently performed in Savannah, Georgia. He will graduate in May with a Vocal Performance Degree. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Covenant ready to prove they belong Feb 9, 2008
" The schedule will test the young Lady Scots. In addition to games against AAC favorites Union (Ky.) and Tennessee Wesleyan, Rogers has also scheduled games with nationally-ranked NAIA opponents Lee University and Shorter College. Covenant was picked eighth out of nine teams in the preseason AAC rankings and Rogers said the team is using that as motivation. "The mind is such an important part of this game and I think our team is going to stand up to anyone we play," she explained. "It's time to... (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Piedmont's Jackson headed to West Alabama Feb 8, 2008
Jackson chose the Tigers over Carson-Newman and Shorter College, who had also shown interest in him. It s been very hard for me (to make a decision), but it s been very special to me, Jackson said. (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
Gaylesville's Beason, Hatcher sign Feb 8, 2008
The duo signed their letters of intent Wednesday to play football at Shorter College in Rome, Ga. Beason, a tight end and defensive end for the Trojans, had eight catches for 88 yards and two touchdowns last season. (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
Littlejohn is Shorter's newest Hawk Feb 7, 2008
LaFayette lineman Landon Littlejohn signed a letter of intent with Shorter College on Wednesday ... Shorter College s growing football program added another piece to the puzzle on Wednesday as the Hawks swooped into LaFayette and picked up 6-foot-3 offensive lineman Landon Littlejohn. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Hooper follows in father's footsteps Feb 5, 2008
He then finished his college career with two years at Shorter College. On the next level, the older Hooper a Bradley County High of Cleveland graduate pitched six years of minor league professional baseball, at one time reaching Class AAA. That included the first four with the Pittsburgh Pirates and last two on behalf of the Chicago White Sox. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Penland, Yarbrough receive national honors Feb 1, 2008
" The seventh-annual game will begin at 7 p.m. on March 26 and will be broadcast live on ESPNU. McDonald s All-American alumni include WNBA talent Seimone Augustus (Minnesota Lynx) and Shanna Crossley (San Antonio Silver Spurs) as well as NCAA stars Ivory Latta (North Carolina), Tina Charles (Connecticut), Candace Parker (Tennessee) and former Dade County standout Ashley Houts (Georgia). Penland averages 22.9 points per game and leads the Lady Trojans with an average of 5.6 assists, 3 steals and... (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Lady Tigers add Stoker to fold Jan 24, 2008
" Stoker was part of the most successful senior class in LaFayette fastpitch history. In four seasons, the Lady Ramblers made three state sectionals appearances and increased their win total each year, winning a school-record 27 games this past fall. It s pretty overwhelming when you think about it, Stoker said. From our freshmen year to senior year, going to state was all we worked for. Coach Woodard told us this was our year and to be able to go to state was awesome, knowing that we worked so... (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Mill Creek girls enjoys top rank Jan 15, 2008
Daniel, who will play at Shorter College next year, attributed her success to hard work, "staying after practice, and not thinking things are going to come easily.". She knew she was approaching the record but didn't know specifics. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Western Carolina Announces 2008 Catamount Football Schedule Jan 11, 2008
The Catamounts are set to open the Wagner Era prior to the Labor Day holiday on Thursday, August 28 as it hosts NAIA-member, Shorter College which is coming off a 7-4 season in its second year of football competition ... Thursday, Aug. 28 - vs. Shorter College in CullowheeSaturday, Sept. 6 - at Florida State in Tallahassee, Fla. (Catamountsports.com)
Shorter named host for NAIA Championship Jan 5, 2008
ROME The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) announced ton Wednesday that Shorter College and Rome-Floyd County have been awardedthe 2008 and 2009 NAIA Football National Championships ... Both championship titles will be played at Barron Stadium, home to the Shorter College Hawks ... "At the same time, we are excited about the opportunity to put the NAIA National Football Championship game on a national stage. The NAIA is made up of very talented and dedicated... (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Shorter College to host national football championship Jan 4, 2008
Shorter College will host the NAIA national football championship this year and in 2009, the school announced in a press conference this morning. "This has been a long time coming but I'm excited to announce that Shorter College, in conjunction with the city of Rome and Floyd County, has won the bid for the 2008-2009 NAIA national football championships," announced Bill Peterson, Shorter's athletic director ... Along with Peterson, other speakers at the press conference were Dr. Harold E.... (Catoosa County News, GA)
Rome, Ga., gets '08-09 NAIA title games Jan 4, 2008
The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics announced Thursday that Shorter College and Rome-Floyd County have been awarded the 2008 and 2009 NAIA football championship games. The 2008 games will be played on Dec. 20 and the 2009 game on Dec. 19, both at Barron Stadium, home of the Shorter College Hawks. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Bulldogs' coordinator will stay put Jan 4, 2008
Shorter College and Rome-Floyd County have been awarded the 2008 and 2009 National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics championship games. The 2008 championship will be played on Dec. 20 and the 2009 game on Dec. 19, both at Barron Stadium, home of the Shorter College Hawks. (Modesto Bee, CA)
College Football Notebook: Critical video has Buckeye grandma crying Jan 4, 2008
Shorter College and Rome-Floyd County have been awarded the 2008 and '09 NAIA football championship games ... home of the Shorter College Hawks. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Shorter to host 2008, 2009 NAIA football championship Jan 4, 2008
Both championship titles will be played at Barron Stadium, home to the Shorter College Hawks ... Shorter College President Harold E. Newman added that hosting the national championship games will be an important role for Shorter and for the Rome community ... A great deal of attention will be focused on Shorter College, Rome and Floyd County as we host the NAIA National Championship games in 2008 and 2009, he said. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Year in Review '07 Dec 31, 2007
kicker Scott Blair, Georgia Tech (preferred walk-on); and defensive back Chris Worley, Shorter College ... Included were defensive end Justin Hooper, Shorter College; center Austin Cornelius, University of Cumberlands (Kentucky); defensive back Tyler Lambert, Denison University (Ohio); and receiver-defensive back Bryan Thomas, Faulkner University (Alabama) ... Kayla Lewis of Calhoun signed a scholarship to Shorter College. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Taylor, Penney lead Softball Dream Team Dec 28, 2007
Charlsie Broome (LaFayette) - The Shorter College signee hit ... Emily Clements (LaFayette) - The Shorter College signee made Secon Team All-State for Class AA by hitting. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Two local men named to Music Hall of Fame Dec 28, 2007
Puckett s career spans 40 years beginning with his organization of the folk group The Four Winds while attending pre-med at Shorter College in Rome, where he grew up. While at school, he honed his skills playing guitar and banjo and in 1966 joined the country band The Swing Masters. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Fortenberry's confidence has no limits Dec 28, 2007
I anticipate him playing at the next level, said Baxter who himself performed on the hardwood at Shorter College. Regarding hobbies, Fortenberry said, Other than basketball, it s probably fishing and playing golf. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Urbano will play in GACA North-South All-star game Dec 28, 2007
Concrete offers have come from Shorter College and Southwest Baptist (Missouri). Calhoun defensive nose guard Nick Davison and Urbano gained honorable mention all-state. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Baseball is just a game Dec 21, 2007
Connally was a four year starter at Shorter College as a middle infielder ... He later went on to play for Shorter College. (Calhoun Times, GA)
What's on tap Dec 17, 2007
Shorter College and Loyola University are also competing in the challenge. The event ends Wednesday. (Montana Standard, MT)
Local diamond girls select to All-state teams Dec 11, 2007
Senior shortstop Emily Clements, a Shorter College signee, was named to the Second Team. Senior pitcher/outfielder Charlsie Broome, another Shorter signee, and sophomore catcher Elizabeth Fletcher, were both named as Honor-able Mention. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Troy takes on ASU Dec 7, 2007
Two of those wins have come at home, the most recent against Shorter College, a NAIA school based in Rome, Ga. Contrast with the Hornets: Alabama State is 4-2, with their only two losses coming against an SEC team (Auburn) and an ACC team (Miami). (Troy Messenger, AL)
Jonia Taylor named Class A Pitcher of the Year Dec 4, 2007
Senior shortstop Emily Clements, a Shorter College signee, was named to the Second Team while senior pitcher/outfielder Charlsie Broome, another Shorter signee, and sophomore catcher Elizabeth Fletcher, were both named as Honorable Mention. Read more in Friday's edition of the Walker County Messenger. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Troy basketball begins homestand Dec 4, 2007
The Troy University men's basketball team hosts Shorter College tonight at 7:30 p.m.. After four straight road games, the Trojans are happy to be back in the friendly confines of Trojans Arena. (Troy Messenger, AL)
FSU commencement slated for Dec. 15 Dec 1, 2007
Keyser Mineral Daily News-Tribune - News. for more local weather conditions. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Church columnists: Nov. 7, 2007 Nov 9, 2007
Cason Disheroon will be going to Italy with the Chorus from Shorter College that he sings with. They are selling CDs to help with the expense of the trip. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Cedartown will not play in the Holiday Festival Nov 9, 2007
Due to scheduling constraints faced this year, the double-elimination tourney will be two schools short this time around, with Armuchee, Coosa, Model, Pepperell, Darlington, Rome, Trion and Woodland making up the field that will be playing at Georgia Highlands College and Shorter College. Cedartown, which has been a constant member in the tournament, will not participate this season. (Cedartown Standard, GA)
