Thompson announces candidacy Jun 3, 2008
A graduate of the University of Kansas and Washburn University law school, Thompson said one of the reasons he decided to run for County Attorney was because of his family. The grandson of Bert and Betty Collard and son of Gary and Brenda Thompson, Thompson was born and raised in Leavenworth. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Updating the GI Bill Jun 2, 2008
J.D. Johannes, a Marine veteran, former Republican Senate staffer, and combat documentarian, crunched the numbers on the two benefits at his alma mater, Washburn University, at his , and discovered that the Graham-McCain proposal would provide more benefits to a student attending that relatively inexpensive state school than would the Webb proposal. The difference comes from the relative costs of tuition and housing. (Human Events Online)
Allen K. Easley Is Named Dean of the University of La Verne College of Law May 15, 2008
Dean Easley's academic experience includes 25 years at Washburn University School of Law, 13 of them as Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. Dean Easley has assumed leadership roles in the Association of American Law Schools and the ABA's Section of Legal Education sions to the Bar, the accrediting agency for U.S. law schools. (PR Newswire)
Sci-fi convention to feature authors, Japanese animation, auction May 9, 2008
She has a bachelor's degree in English from Washburn University and a master's degree in English from Kansas State University. Article Rating. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Obituaries for Tuesday, April 22, 2008 Apr 22, 2008
Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas, and the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. Upon the progression of his illness, he and his wife and daughter, Allison Marie, returned to Pocatello to rest in the hands of God and family as cancer robbed him of his body. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Biographical Information of Recipients of Crime Victims Rights Week Awards Apr 12, 2008
He is one of the founding members of the Joint Center on Violence and Victim Studies, an interuniversity consortium of CSU, Fresno, University of New Haven, and Washburn University to advance research and practice about victimology and provide professional development programs and academic courses in victimology. In this capacity, Dr. Walker has taught numerous professional development courses throughout the United States and has served as a consultant for states creating professional... (PR Newswire)
MHS jazz band plays at Coleman-Hawkins Fest Apr 9, 2008
This was the beginning of the MHS jazz band's experience at the Coleman-Hawkins Jazz Festival at the Garvey Fine Arts Center on the campus of Washburn University on April 4. The festival featured jazz bands from around the state, including some of the best, according to band director Kyle Hopkins. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
PSU takes 2 games from Washburn Apr 6, 2008
Sports Junior righthander Tim Brown tossed a complete-game five hitter in a 7-0 win in game one and Pittsburg State University jumped out to a quick 2-0 lead en route to a 7-1 victory in the nightcap against Washburn University Saturday at Fally Field. 040608 SPORTS 3 THE MORNING SUN Junior righthander Tim Brown tossed a complete-game five hitter in a 7-0 win in game one and Pittsburg State University jumped out to a quick 2-0 lead en route to a 7-1 victory in the nightcap against Washburn... (SunOnline)
Turner jazz band to perform at Washburn Apr 3, 2008
Students from Turner High School will take part in a jazz festival at Washburn University in Topeka on Friday. The Turner High School jazz band will join jazz ensembles from 14 high schools and two middle schools. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Mules' Yoder wins playoff for second, Miller 15th in tourney Apr 1, 2008
Washburn University won the Classic with a two-day team total of 573. John Robbins of the Ichabods with a 2-under 140 carded the low score. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
Lavin, USD focus solely on Washburn Mar 26, 2008
Lavin has his team three wins away from the NCAA Division II national championship and they break out of the chute tonight against Washburn University in the Elite Eight finals in Kearney, Neb. The Coyotes, ranked third nationally, risk a 31-1 record and 29-game winning streak against 24th-ranked Washburn, the Topeka, Kan. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
USD women advance to Elite Eight Mar 18, 2008
The Coyotes of Coach Chad Lavin, now 31-1, will meet Washburn University in its first Elite Eight contest on March 26. Washburn (26-6), ranked 24th, defeated 25th-ranked Emporia State (23-8) 73-58 in the South Central Regional title game Monday night in Canyon, Texas. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Edwards Brings Contagious Humor Mar 15, 2008
COLUMBIA -- It was almost two years ago at a post-graduation pool party with some of his tennis friends from Washburn University when decided on a whim that it would be a good idea to do cartwheels around the edge of the pool. "Some would call it a mistake," Edwards adds, a comedic aside which the Missouri assistant tennis coach is well known for around the Green Tennis Center. (Mutigers.com)
Emily Brister Earns Second Straight All-Region Player of the Year Nod Mar 15, 2008
Corkey Stiger, G, 5-9, sr, Washburn University (Hopkinsville, Ky. Lacey Goldwire, G/F, 5-10, sr, East Central (Okla. (Gobuffsgo.com)
Page files for county attorney Mar 9, 2008
Page's education includes: An associate's degree in administration of justice in 1994; a bachelor's degree, with honors, in criminal justice in 1997; and a juris doctor from Washburn University School of Law in 2000. David, his wife, Kris, and their son, Archer, reside in McPherson. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Artwork showing Virgin Mary as stripper stirs up Catholic campus Mar 9, 2008
The president of Washburn University in Topeka, Kan. argues against the removal of a bronze sculpture of a clergyman that some complained was offensive. (KHOU.com, TX)
Todd McGhghy back in coaching Mar 8, 2008
He played for Iowa Central Community College and then transferred to Washburn University and was named a Div. II All-American. He was awarded numerous professional tryouts. (Washington Journal, IA)
Fort Madison introduces McGhghy as new varsity football coach Mar 7, 2008
McGhghy then played at Washburn University where he became a Division II All-American as a linebacker. Article Rating. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
FMHS names football coach Mar 6, 2008
Then at Washburn University, he became a Division II All-American and was an all-conference linebacker again. He received numerous professional tryouts. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Immigration tricky in Kansas, especially for GOP Mar 3, 2008
"It makes it a struggle. They can't please two constituencies," said Bob Beatty, Washburn University political science professor. "It's not something you see everyday, legislators thumbing their noses at the business interests in the state.". (SunOnline)
Snakes Locate Prey Through Vibration Waves Feb 26, 2008
The work was carried out by J. Leo van Hemmen and Paul Friedel, scientists at the Biophysics Department of the TUM and BCCN, together with their colleague Bruce Young from the Biology Department of Washburn University at Topeka (KS, USA) ... Department of Biology, Washburn University, Topeka (KS, USA). (Science Daily)
Ill wind and In Cold Blood Feb 11, 2008
" I don't have much use for Christian leaders who assign everything good that happens to them or their kind as attributable to God and everything bad to Satan (I'm thinking here of the dynamic duo, Jerry Falwell and Pat Robertson, who attribute catastrophes like Hurricane Katrina, Global Warming and 9-11 to Satan personified in the ACLU, gays, civil libertarians, etc. and all that's positive and joyful to God embodied in them and their followers who live "good" Christian lives.) Still, I can't... (SunOnline)
Rights' angst, tour stops help boost Huckabee Feb 11, 2008
According to Washburn University political scientist Bob Beatty, conservatives' frustrations are fueled by a sense that McCain is the party's presumed nominee because of the GOP tends to allocate delegates winner-take-all. That was especially important when Romney and Huckabee were splitting conservatives' votes. (SunOnline)
With Huckabees victory in Kansas, voters send McCain a message Feb 10, 2008
In that final county, Trego in western Kansas, Huckabee and McCain tied at 15 votes each. Ron Paul of Texas wound up with 2,182 votes, or 11 percent. (Kansas City Star)
Washburn University names Garvey Competitive Scholarship winners Feb 9, 2008
TOPEKA -- Mitchell Keating from Chapman and Emily Minneman from Solomon are among 45 high school students who have been awarded Garvey Competitive Scholarships from Washburn University ... 0 or above, will graduate from high school this spring and be accepted to Washburn University. (Abilene Recorder Chronicle)
Web site launches to solve brain-drain problem Feb 3, 2008
Washburn University Career Services is attempting to solve a problem many Kansas communities are encountering: Keeping talented people in Kansas ... "It exemplifies our organization's focus on enhancing employment opportunities for Kansas college graduates and fostering quality partnerships between employers and four-year public universities in Kansas" said Kent McAnally, director of career services at Washburn University, in a written statement ... The seven member schools participating in this... (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
2008 Mizzou Tennis Preview Jan 26, 2008
A former standout at Columbia's Hickman High School, Edwards played collegiate Tennis at Washburn University in Topeka, Kan. and brings a strong playing background to complement Head Coach high-energy teaching philosophy. (Mutigers.com)
Prosecutor resigns Jan 26, 2008
He is a graduate of the Washburn University School of Law. Comments. (Wellington Daily News, KS)
New risk to Earth from supernova explosions Jan 9, 2008
Brian Thomas at Washburn University has been studying the effects of astronomical explosions at the Goddard Space Flight Center. He decided to investigate what would happen to Earth's protective ozone layer if Eta Carinae explodes with the brilliance of SN 2006gy. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Bethany to host panel discussion on energy Tuesday Jan 8, 2008
Svaty, a farmer and law student at Washburn University, has represented District 108 in the Kansas House since 2003. His committee memberships include: Energy and Utilities; Transportation and Public Safety Budget; ranking minority member, Agriculture and Natural Resources; and Joint Committee on Administrative Rules and Regulations. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
A look back at 2007 Jan 1, 2008
They were led by Gunnar Anderson who earned a college scholarship to Washburn University. Chapman also had a state qualifer in Michael Poland. (Abilene Recorder Chronicle)
Community Policing- the way to go in Ghana Dec 29, 2007
Kofi Boye-Doe Washburn University, Kansas. Views expressed by the author(s) do not necessarily reflect those of GhanaHomePage. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Five KU_ROTC_students to be commissioned Dec 21, 2007
Tramaine Young, Washburn University, is the son of Christopher and Jacqueline Young ... KU's ROTC programs include students from Baker University in Baldwin City, Haskell Indian Nations University in Lawrence, the University of St. Mary in Leavenworth, Washburn University in Topeka, Mid-America Nazarene University in Olathe and Kansas City Kansas Community College. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
AG Morrison resigns amid revelations of an extra-marital affair Dec 16, 2007
Washburn University political scientist Bob Beatty said Morrison's departure now helps minimize political damage. It's the best time for him to resign because it gives Kansans three years to have someone do a good job and let them forget about Paul Morrison, he said. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Vikings to play for NCAA II National Championship Dec 1, 2007
Bellingham/Meridian) combined for 39 kills as Western Washington University reached the NCAA Division II national volleyball championship by defeating host Washburn University, 23-30, 30-23, 30-26, 30-20, in a semifinal match Friday. The Vikings, ranked No.15 in the latest American Volleyball Coaches Association/NCAA II Top 25, will meet No.2-rated Concordia (St. (Wwuvikings.com)
MHS' Gayer signs with Washburn Nov 30, 2007
Amanda Gayer, the all-time winningest player in McPherson High's rich girls tennis history, has signed a letter of intent with Washburn University. Gayer qualified for state each of her four years, never finishing below fifth place in doubles. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
WWU advances to national semifinals with 20th straight win, sweep Dowling NY Nov 30, 2007
Edmonds/Edmonds-Woodway) combined for 26 kills with just two errors and 10 blocks as Western Washington University swept to a convincing victory over Dowling College, N.Y., 30-17, 30-28, 30-19, in a quarterfinal match at the NCAA Division II Elite Eight on Thursday at Lee Arena on the campus of Washburn University. The Vikings, ranked No.15 in the latest American Volleyball Coaches Association/NCAA Division II Top 25, improved to 25-4 with their 20th straight victory, matching the second-longest... (Wwuvikings.com)
Unbeaten Seawolf women make UAA history Nov 29, 2007
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Second Straight Elite Eight on Tap for Lady Buffs Nov 29, 2007
CANYON, Texas - West Texas A&M is set to play Grand Valley State in the quarterfinals of the NCAA Division II Volleyball Championship hosted by Washburn University in Topeka, Kan. this weekend. (Gobuffsgo.com)
KCKCC musician receives first chair Nov 27, 2007
A 2003 graduate of Olathe East, Rowland spent two years at Washburn University but transferred to KCKCC a year ago to work with Mair, an outstanding saxophonist is his own right. I couldn t see doing anything else, said the 23-year-old Rowland. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Live Stats & Free Video Nov 27, 2007
Washburn University Athletics - 2007 NCAA Volleyball Schedule ... 2007 NCAA II Women's Volleyball National Championship November 29 - December 1, 2007 Lee Arena Topeka, Kansas Washburn University Host ... 2007 Washburn University All Rights Reserved. (Wwuvikings.com)
Flick named AVCA Pacific Region Coach of the Year Nov 21, 2007
The Spartans will square off with host Washburn University on Thursday, November 29 in Topeka, Kan ... AVCA Division II South Central Region Coach of the Year Chris Herron, Washburn University 2007 Record: 37-3, 12-1 Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Conference In his sixth season as the head coach of Washburn University (Topeka, Kan. (Wwuvikings.com)
Three Vikings named Pacific Region All-Stars Nov 21, 2007
Sr. Tessa Jones*** Washburn University RS/Opp ... Jr. Monica Miesner** Washburn University OH Jr. Edith Musebe Henderson State University MB Sr. Jillian Ohrman** University of Central Missouri MB Sr. Danielle Palasak University of North Alabama OH Sr. Luciana Rapach University of West Florida RS/Opp. (Wwuvikings.com)
Falcons' Coleman on IR Nov 21, 2007
Lewis, a rookie drafted in the sixth round out of Washburn University, suffered a knee injury that will require surgery. will start for Coleman, and will replace Lewis when Atlanta (3-7) hosts the (8-2) on Thursday night. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Wildcats send six to college careers Nov 18, 2007
Amanda Guess, volleyball, Washburn University: "I had to make a tough decision between Washburn and the University of Central Missouri," said Guess, a setter on the Missouri All-Star team. "I want to go into forensics science and they are going to have a new course on campus, and that was very appealing to me. And they have been a Division II power in volleyball for a long, long time.". (The Examiner)
Kenneth E. Stalcup Nov 16, 2007
He was raised in Centralia, Kansas and graduated from Washburn University. Ken served in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Kangaroos hold off vibrant Ichabods, 79-75 Nov 15, 2007
Facing an energized Division II team in Washburn University, the Roos fell prey to an age old lesson: Never underestimate anyone on any given day or at any given time. With the score tied 65-65 with as little as 5:27 remaining in the contest, this 79-75 victory was anything and everything but easy for UMKC.UMKC men's Head Basketball Coach Matt Brown said essentially the game marked a role reversal for the Roos, who, after facing the Goliath known as the University of Kansas in their last game,... (University News, MO)
Washburn makes D-II playoffs Nov 12, 2007
Washburn University was awarded the sixth and final spot in the Southwest Region bracket of the NCAA Division II football playoffs Sunday after Missouri Western's loss to Truman State in the regular season finale cost the Griffons dearly. Truman State knocked off the Griffons 37-28 at Kirksville, Mo. (SunOnline)
Lendman: Islamabad Nov 9, 2007
" Put another way, these comments illustrate that the country is not yet ready for prime time. Washburn University law professor Ali Kahn explained on CounterPunch that article 232 of Pakistan's 1973 constitution "allows the President (as a civilian) to issue a Proclamation of Emergency under grave circumstances. " Kahn also said the Constitution doesn't allow a "wholesale termination of services of Supreme Court judges," thus rendering Musharraf's action an "extra-constitutional coup. (Zmag.org)
Game breakdown: 49ers vs. Falcons Nov 4, 2007
Allen's veteran craftiness could confound the talented Lewis, who is still learning the ropes of the game after playing collegiately at Division II Washburn University. If Allen can gain control against Lewis, the 49ers might finally be able to get a running game going. (SFIllustrated.com)
MHS grads square off tonight Nov 2, 2007
Three former McPherson High All-State basketball players will be among the 10 starters when Kansas State's women host Washburn University in an exhibition game. Tipoff is 7 p.m.. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Pittsburg State yearbook staff honored Nov 2, 2007
Washburn University was also a finalist. Gerard Attoun is the advisor for PSU's Student Publications, while Whitney Behney and Mallory Murray were the editors of the 2006 Kanza. (SunOnline)
‘Bandtastic’ marching band puts in long hours of practice Nov 1, 2007
One of the competitions was the Capital City Marching Festival at Washburn University. Hall said that the competition drew 10 bands from throughout the state. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Northwest rallies for win Oct 30, 2007
Northwest Missouri State running back Xavier Omon takes off near the goalline Saturday in the Bearcats 28-27 win over Washburn University ... Northwest Missouri State University quarterback Joel Osborn threw a 19-yard touchdown pass to Kendall Wright on fourth-and-eight in the final minute to beat Washburn University, 28-27, in front of a homecoming crowd of 8,325 at Bearcat Stadium in Maryville, Mo. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Work wanted: 72-year-old passes bar, struggles to find employment as an attorney Oct 30, 2007
She graduated from Washburn University School of Law in 1990 and worked in private practice and as a public defender before deciding to follow her son to Montana a couple of years ago. Stuart Martin was working as an executive chef in Dillon at the time, but his mother chose Missoula as her new home base after a life spent in the Midwest, mainly in Missouri. (Missoulian, MT)
BARROWS, Elizabeth Falconer Oct 26, 2007
Elizabeth is survived by her daughters Peg Barrows of Tiburon, Anne Barrows and Bill Sage of Crested Butte, CO; brothers, Robert R. Coon II and the late Tommy Coon; grandsons, Jeffrey A. Neill of East Lansing, MI, and Christopher R. Neill of Washburn University. Family and friends are invited to a Memorial Service, Saturday, October 27, 10 AM at Fernwood, 301 Tennessee Valley Road, Mill Valley, CA 94941. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Former Sikeston resident honored Oct 25, 2007
The 1973 Cardinals were 7-0 in conference play winning the Heart of America Conference championship and also defeated non-conference rivals Northwest Missouri State, Simpson College of Iowa, Washburn University of Topeka, Kansas, and St. Mary s of the Plains of Kansas achieving a perfect 11-0 regular season record. The Cardinals were rated as high as No. 3 among NAIA Division II colleges at season end in 1973 and were selected to play in the NAIA championship playoffs against the Northwestern... (Skieston Standard Democrat, MO)
Sports Briefs--KCAC soccer pairings Oct 24, 2007
In the past, the team also has had some former Washburn University greats. The Tigers are entering their second year under coach Matt O'Brien. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Returning Bearcats to head 'Around the World' Oct 19, 2007
Pre-game Bearcat Zone tailgating festivities begin at 11 a.m., Saturday in College Park, and the Bearcats take the field against the Washburn University Ichabods at 1:30 p.m.. Additional Homecoming week highlights include the dedication of a memorial honoring Everett Brown, a longtime Northwest administrator and state representative who died in 2005. (Maryville Daily Forum, MO)
AMH's CFO seeing progress Oct 13, 2007
At Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas, Baran earned his accounting degree. He went to work for Ernst (now Ernst ) in Boston and Albany before relocating to New York City in 1990. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Lions finish in sixth place at Fort Hays State Invite Oct 13, 2007
Washburn University was tied for second place after day one, but improved its team total by 12 strokes, shooting a two under 282 as a team on day two to finish two strokes in front of Central Missouri. The Mules improved by eight strokes to shoot a 286 on day two. (Carthage Press, MO)
Bethany hires new staff personnel Oct 5, 2007
She earned a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Washburn University. Comments. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Orange Boosters planning roadtrip Oct 5, 2007
Beatrice fans will have a chance to view the school's homecoming parade and watch the Northwest football team, featuring Beatrice graduate Xavier Omon, take on Washburn University in a 1:30 p.m. contest. The Northwest Bearcats are currently 3-1 and ranked ninth nationally. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
CAMPUS CLICKS: A 'genius' spoof gem Oct 4, 2007
Their latest stop was Washburn University in Topeka, Kan. where the two debated the. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Forum focuses on business retention Oct 4, 2007
also partners with the small business development center at Washburn University, which gives college students a chance to help businesses grow. The panelists were also asked to relate a success story of business retention. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
