Local Sports Briefs 05-14-2008 May 15, 2008
The Pioneer baseball coaching staff at Wayland Baptist University is conducting a try-out camp for all graduating high school seniors and/or players with college eligibility remaining. Registration will begin at 8 a.m. Saturday, May 24 at Wilder Field on the WBU campus. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Sheppard, Jeffress named to NAIA All-Region VI team 05-14-2008 May 15, 2008
Wayland Baptist has placed two players on the NAIA All-Region VI baseball team. Junior catcher Brett Sheppard and his battery mate, junior pitcher Todd Jeffress, were named to the elite squad following last weekend s Region VI Baseball Tournament in Oklahoma City. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Tuesday Back in Time 05-13-2008 May 14, 2008
The Communications Committee today made conditional grants for a new FM station at Wayland Baptist University. Mrs. Harold LaFont gave a program to St. Mary s Guild of St. Mark s Episcopal Church. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
WBU golfers eyeing crown 05-12-2008 May 14, 2008
Three years ago, the Wayland Baptist Pioneer golf team finished 16th at the NAIA National Golf Championships. In 2006, the Pioneers finished sixth, and last year J.J. Brumley, Jeff Dagg, Brent Kirstein and Kevin Stinson were a part of the team representing WBU that came in second. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
WBU Theatre returns to Ruidoso for 3rd summer 05-11-2008 May 13, 2008
M., for the Sacramento Mountain Theatre Collaborative. In conjunction, Wayland s Office of Alumni Services will host a getaway weekend for alums and friends. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Lynn named director of new Writing Center at WBU 05-11-2008 May 11, 2008
Wayland Baptist University ... Brent Lynn has been named director of the new writing center at Wayland Baptist University, with the plan of improving the overall writing skills of students. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Pioneers blow lead in 11-9 loss in first round of Region VI Tourney May 9, 2008
Oklahoma City The Pioneers of Wayland Baptist jumped out to a 7-1 lead over Oklahoma Baptist in Tuesday evening s first round contest at the NAIA Region VI Baseball Tournament. Unfortunately, most baseball games last nine innings, and the Bison rallied for three runs in the third and five in the fourth on their way to an 11-9 victory. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Wayland student, professor come full circle 05-05-2008 May 6, 2008
Wayland Baptist University. The Torch and Mantle ceremony at Wayland Baptist University is special to graduates as they are able to bestow their legacy on undergraduates and formally thank their campus mentors at the same time. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Quality of competition takes step up 05-05-2008 May 6, 2008
Though the quantity of local sports activity has slowly diminished, the quality continues to escalate as two individuals travel to Austin to compete in state competitions in their respective sports, and the Plainview High School and Wayland Baptist University baseball teams continue post-season playoff runs. Today and Tuesday, Shannon Allen competes in the Class 4A State Golf Tournament at Jimmy Clay Golf Course in Austin. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Pioneers bow out of SAC Tourney in semis 05-04-2008 May 4, 2008
The Wayland Baptist University Pioneers dropped out of the Sooner Athletic Conference Baseball Tournament on Friday afternoon with a 17-3 loss to Oklahoma Baptist in the semifinal round. The Pioneers (43-14-1) got off to a shaky start, giving up five runs in the first inning and one in the second before finally breaking through on the scoreboard. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Red, white and Blue Revue will feature ‘A Night on Broadway’ 05-04-2008 May 4, 2008
Also assisting is Jody Keesee, a recent Wayland Baptist University graduate in music education. The revue will include members of the PHS A Cappella Choir, Chamber Singers and Advanced Treble Choir and will feature a number of selections from musicals performed by the choirs and various individuals and ensembles. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Three Pioneers named to All-Conference team 05-04-08 May 4, 2008
Three members of the Wayland Baptist University Pioneer baseball team have been named to the All-Sooner Athletic Conference team. Second baseman Brett Cook, catcher Brett Sheppard and pitcher Todd Jeffress earned the recognition for their performances on the field this season. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Candidate Profiles 05-04-2008 May 4, 2008
Wayland Baptist University continues to flourish and is a most important part of this community and will play an even more important role, not only in our economic life but also in the quality of our life ... I obtained a business degree from Wayland Baptist University ... I am currently attending Wayland Baptist University and am seeking my masters in counseling with an expected graduation date in December. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Randall volleyballers sign with WBU 04-29-2008 May 3, 2008
Davis, a 5-foot-10 middle hitter for the RHS state semifinalist team, was a 2007 second team All-District 3-4A selection and a member of the Amarillo Globe-News Honorable Mention Super Team. She was among the Lady Raider leaders in kills and blocks in 2007. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
James and Eva Mayer Foundation passes $3.5 million mark in charitable giving 04-27-2008 May 2, 2008
Wayland Baptist University has received grants totaling $800,000, which benefited the Learning Resource Center and the Laney Center ... He remembered her as a very gracious and kind person who was interested in Plainview and Wayland Baptist University. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Pioneers win opener over Southern Naz in SAC Tournament 04-30-2008 May 2, 2008
Brad Bass thinks his Pioneers have our swagger back after Wayland followed one of the most impressive wins in school history with another solid performance in tagging Southern Nazarene, 12-1 Tuesday night to close a first round of runaways in the Sooner Athletic Conference Tournament at Wilder Field. Chris Nettles, a junior righthander who transferred at semester from Concordia (Neb. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Stringer is NAIA Pitcher of the Week 05-01-2008 May 2, 2008
Trevor Stringer of Wayland Baptist University has been selected as the NAIA Baseball Pitcher of the Week while Chase Burch of Auburn University at Montgomery (Ala. was awarded the NAIA Baseball Player of the Week for April 21-27. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
WBU group prepares for Macedonia mission 04-21-2008 Apr 22, 2008
Wayland Baptist University. In preparation for a two-week mission trip to Macedonia and the region, a group of Wayland Baptist University students is collecting clothing and other items to be distributed in a village on their trip. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Wayland golfers set to make bid for region VI title 04-20-2008 Apr 22, 2008
Wayland golfers set to make bid for region VI title 04-20-2008 From the Plainview Daily Herald 04/20/2008 By Wayland Baptist University. Six teams in the NAIA s Top 25 including Wayland Baptist University will be among those competing in the 2008 NAIA Region VI Men s Golf Championship on Monday and Tuesday at Hillcrest Country Club in Lubbock. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Wayland Baptist has strong showing at SAC Championships 04-20-2008 Apr 20, 2008
Wayland Baptist University had a strong showing at the Sooner Athletic Conference Championships with both the men and women placing second to Oklahoma Baptist. Jonathan Hil-ton of OBU was the high-point winner for the men, while Latanya Nation of Wayland Baptist won the honor on the women s side. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Shaw sets vision for WBU Missions Center 04-20-2008 Apr 20, 2008
Wayland Baptist University. With his first full semester as director of the Wayland Baptist University Mission Center and dean of the Kenya campus nearly complete, Dr. ... Wayland Baptist University. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Errors lead to Pioneers’ downfall 04-16-2008 Apr 18, 2008
Errors lead to Pioneers downfall 04-16-2008 From the Plainview Daily Herald 04/16/2008 By Wayland Baptist University. Hardin-Simmons scored six unearned runs in the fourth inning and went on to defeat Wayland Baptist 13-6 Tuesday afternoon at Wilder Field. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Stringer helps Pioneers claim series with USAO 04-14-2008 Apr 16, 2008
Wayland Baptist freshman Trevor Stringer made the most of his first Sooner Athletic Conference start on Sunday afternoon. Knowing his team needed a win to take the series and remain alone in third place in the SAC standings, Stringer allowed just four hits in 6 1/3 innings of work as the Pioneers picked up a 10-6 victory over Science of Oklahoma. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Letter to the Editor: Shame on spelling bee no-shows 04-15-2008 Apr 16, 2008
I am a second generation lifelong Plainview resident and graduate of Plainview High School and Wayland Baptist University ... One of the most positive, heartwarming and amazing experiences occurred on Saturday evening at Wayland Baptist University. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Pioneers take second game of doubleheader with USAO 04-13-2008 Apr 16, 2008
Brett Sheppard s three-run homer in the top of the seventh inning helped the Wayland Baptist Pioneers split a Sooner Athletic Conference doubleheader with Science of Oklahoma on Saturday afternoon at Bill Davis Ballpark here. The Pioneers lost game one, 5-3, but came back in the nightcap for a 7-3 victory. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Endowed scholarship honors retiring Wayland professor 04-15-2008 Apr 16, 2008
Wayland Baptist University ... Wayland Baptist University Photo. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Stepping away from nuclear weapons 04-13-2008 Apr 13, 2008
Since being home she has been substitute teaching at Plainview High School and plans to attend Wayland Baptist University to attain a degree in education. Russell has already received an occupation education degree from Wayland, which she was able to complete through he Air Force. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
WBU, LCU choirs team up for concert 04-13-2008 Apr 13, 2008
Wayland Baptist University. Wayland Baptist University s Wayland Singers and the International Choir will participate in a department of music first, teaming with the Chamber Singers and Praise Choir from Lubbock Christian University to offer a combined concert in Harral Memorial Auditorium at 7:30 p.. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
RSVP Bulletin Board: Community garden plots are available 04-13-2008 Apr 13, 2008
The museum is located on the Wayland Baptist University campus ... Runningwater Draw RSVP is sponsored by the City of Plainview and housed by Wayland Baptist University on the Wayland campus. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
WBU band to perform concert on the lawn Monday 04-13-2008 Apr 13, 2008
m. Monday on the lawn in front of Harral Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Pioneers women’s golf team signs Brumley as first recruit 04-11-2008 Apr 12, 2008
Pioneers women s golf team signs Brumley as first recruit 04-11-2008 From the Plainview Daily Herald 04/11/2008 By Wayland Baptist University. Jordan Brumley, a senior member of the Plainview High School girl s golf team, recently signed a letter of intent to become the first member of Wayland Baptist University s new women s golf program. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Group looks at issues children, parents face Apr 11, 2008
Representatives from Wayland Baptist University, the University of Arizona and the University of Phoenix were at hand, as well as scores of professionals of relevance to early childhood development and education. The local partnership coordinator is Mary Barker. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Rankin wins raves in first fitness contest 04-09-2008 Apr 10, 2008
Rankin continued working hard at the collegiate level as a member of the Wayland Baptist University track team. After graduation she continued to push herself physically, and after much thought decided to look into competitions. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Government meetings Apr 9, 2008
Sierra Vista West End Commission, 3 p.m., Wayland Baptist University, Landmark Plaza, 400 W. Fry Blvd., Sierra Vista. Sierra Vista Commission on Disability Issues, 3:30 p.m., council chambers, Sierra Vista City Hall, 1011 N. Coronado Drive, Sierra Vista. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Pioneers hold on to get important win 04-06-2008 Apr 8, 2008
In what was their most important game of the season so far, the ninth-ranked Wayland Pioneers hung on to take a 7-6 victory and the series win over the Crimson Storm from Southern Nazarene on Friday afternoon at Wilder Field. The win gave WBU a two-game lead over the Storm for third place in the Sooner Athletic Conference standings. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Senior art students to show work in joint exhibit 04-06-2008 Apr 6, 2008
Wayland Baptist University. Five senior art students at Wayland Baptist University will be sharing the Abraham Art Gallery space from April 10 through May 3 for an exhibit of their work while at Wayland. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Probation chief marks 30 years 04-06-2008 Apr 6, 2008
Coleman, who is married and the father of two adult children, graduated from Wayland Baptist University in June 1972 with a bachelor s degree in sociology and a specialty in criminology. It may sound trite, he said, but I wanted to do something that would make a difference. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Pair concert features Chopin Sonatas 04-06-2008 Apr 6, 2008
Mark Anthony Pair, piano artist in residence at Wayland Baptist University, will be featured in concert, playing two piano sonatas by Chopin at 7:30 p.. m. Monday in Harral Memorial Auditorium. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
RSVP Bulletin Board: RSVP Bulletin Board: Betty Odom is RSVP volunteer of the month 04-06-2008 Apr 6, 2008
Runningwater Draw RSVP is sponsored by the City of Plainview and housed by Wayland Baptist University on the Wayland campus. For more than 35 years, volunteers aged 55 and over have been sharing their time, talents and knowledge for others in Floyd, Hale and Lamb counties. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Shaw urges students to be bold in faith 04-04-2008 Apr 5, 2008
Wayland Baptist University ... Richard Shaw challenged Wayland Baptist University students to be bold in their faith when he spoke at the McCoy Lecture Series chapel service Wednesday. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Friday Back in Time 04-04-2008 Apr 5, 2008
J.A. Doc and Melba Potts were honored by Wayland Baptist University. Katy Dorrity and Lyndsey Mock won three matches in the finals at the Abilene Invitational Tennis Tournament. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Fort Lewis golfers lead RMAC pack Apr 4, 2008
Wayland Baptist University won the tournament hosted by Grand Canyon with a team score of 845 strokes. In its second tournament this spring, Fort Lewis finished with a three-round total of 17-over 881 at the par-72, 7,015-yard course. (Durango Herald)
Laptops helping Floydada students excel 04-03-2008 Apr 4, 2008
The superintendent pointed out that the nearest four-year college to Floydada is Wayland Baptist University in Plainview almost 30 miles away. The nearest community college is three times that far away in Levelland. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
WBU to start women’s golf in ’08 04-03-2008 Apr 4, 2008
WBU to start women s golf in 08 04-03-2008 From the Plainview Daily Herald 04/03/2008 By Wayland Baptist University. The Wayland Baptist University Board of Trustees of recently approved a proposal to initiate womens golf as an intercollegiate athletic program beginning with the 2008-09 school year. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Band students invited to Presidio Brass concert 04-03-2008 Apr 4, 2008
The program will be at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the Harral Memorial Auditorium on the Wayland Baptist University campus. Admission is by presentation of the appropriate portion of the season strip ticket, except for band students and their parents who are asked to sign the sheet naming their particular band. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Obituaries 04-02-2008 Apr 3, 2008
In her semi-retirement, she taught courses at Wayland Baptist University in West Texas. In the 1990s, Marian re-connected with her high school friend, Dr. Felix Crawford. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
WBU posts strkong showing in track invitational 04-01-2008 Apr 2, 2008
ARLINGTON The Wayland Baptist outdoor track and field team got off the ground running over the weekend, posting nine NAIA Championship automatic qualifying standards and getting two provisional times at the Bobby Lane Invitational hosted by the University of Texas-Arlington. Competing against NCAA Division I and II teams, the Pioneers finished in the top 10 in 11 events. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Self to be honored with Women in Business Award 03-30-2008 Mar 30, 2008
Wayland Baptist University. Mary Anna Self, executive director of the Plainview Area United Way, will be one of three recipients of the Women in Business Awards presented by the Wayland Baptist University Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) team. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Board approves new budget, rise in tuition at Wayland 03-30-2008 Mar 30, 2008
Wayland Baptist University. During its regular March meeting last week, the Board of Trustees at Wayland Baptist University approved a new budget of nearly $50 million for the 2008-09 fiscal year and a rise in tuition systemwide. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
RSVP Bulletin Board: Sharing thanks 03-30-2008 Mar 30, 2008
We are especially grateful to Amigos United and United Supermarkets, Wal-Mart, Plainview Healthcare Center, Wagon Yard Storage, Jan Alford State Farm Insurance, Ray Lee Equipment Co., Mouser Insurance Agency, Furniture Expressions, King Carpet, Family Medical Care-UMC, Atmos Energy, AFLAC Insurance-Mickey Sprous and Wayland Baptist University ... Runningwater Draw RSVP is sponsored by the City of Plainview and housed by Wayland Baptist University on the Wayland campus. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
WBU music students to perform one-act operas 03-30-2008 Mar 30, 2008
Wayland Baptist University. Wayland Baptist University s Department of Music is trying something new. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Storey named to NAIA second team 03-27-2008 Mar 29, 2008
Wayland Baptist University s Danny Storey has been chosen as a 2008 NAIA second-team All-American. Two other Pioneers, Michal Polanowski and Lee Berend, were named to the 2008 Daktronics/NAIA All-American Scholar Athlete team. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Hobdy among finalists to lead county schools Mar 28, 2008
Oliver holds an associate's degree from Frank Phillips College, bachelor's degree from Wayland Baptist University, master's degree from Texas Aersity and a doctorate from Nova Southeastern University. Gary Quick-Quick currently serves as administrative assistant for Barbour County Schools. (Eufaula Tribune, AL)
Erika Raymond signs with Queens 03-26-2008 Mar 27, 2008
From little sister to grandparents, former coaches to future coaches, everyone was all smiles Tuesday afternoon when Erika Raymond made her decision official to play college basketball at crosstown Wayland Baptist University. We re very excited having a girl from Plainview High School to play for us, Queens coach Tory Bryant said of the all-stater. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Trusler steps down as Chamber officer 03-26-2008 Mar 27, 2008
Chamber directors voted to give $1,500 in support of the Sooner Athletic Conference Baseball Tournament to be hosted by Wayland Baptist University s Wilder Field on April 29-May 2. The SAC Baseball Tournament is traditionally one of the best conference events in the country, Wayland Athletics Director Dr. Greg Feris wrote in his request letter. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Jeffress and Pioneers clobber Buffs, 19-6 03-26-2008 Mar 27, 2008
Canyon Tuesday afternoon was another record breaking day for Wayland Baptist s Todd Jeffress. Instead of using his arm, however, the junior from Plainview used his bat to help lead the Pioneers to a 19-6 win over West Texas Aersity. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
WBU schedules jobs fair 03-25-2008 Mar 26, 2008
m.-1 p.m. Thursday in the new Pete and Nelda Laney Student Activities Center. The job fair will feature employers from 26 area school districts as well as other local businesses, including Cargill Meat Solutions, United Supermarkets, Frito Lay, the state attorney general s office and more. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
In brief: Matters of Faith Mar 23, 2008
NEW CHURCH: Anchorage Worship Center has opened at Wayland Baptist University, 7801 E. 32nd Ave. Services are at 11 a.m. Sundays and 7 p.m. Wednesdays with the Rev. Carleta Billy. For details, call 240-1785. (Anchorage Daily News)
Engagement: Dixon-Fortune 03-23-2008 Mar 23, 2008
She is a 2004 graduate of Plainview High School and will receive a bachelor s degree in interdisciplinary studies with specification in elementary education in May from Wayland Baptist University. Fortune is the grandson of Winston and LeeNell Gann of Abilene. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Pioneers pull out win in extra innings 03-19-2008 Mar 21, 2008
Portales, NM Wayland Baptist shelled out 21 hits, but it took an extra inning before the Pioneers could finally come home with an 11-8 win Tuesday night at Greyhound Field. Brett Sheppard led the hit parade with five hits, including a home run, and four RBIs. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Wayland golf team finishes fifth in Fort Worth 03-19-2008 Mar 21, 2008
The Wayland Baptist Pioneer golf team finished fifth in a field of top-ranked NAIA teams at the UST Texas Intercollegiate held Sunday and Monday at Hawks Creek Golf Club in Ft.. The field of teams featured six ranked in the NAIA Top 25, including top-ranked Oklahoma Christian, #3 Oklahoma City, #5 Texas Wesleyan, the Pioneers at #10, #19 Northwood, and #24 Southern Nazarene. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Pioneers upset No. 12 Martin Methodist 03-20-2008 Mar 21, 2008
Wayland Baptist University. Jon Hurt s philosophy about coming off the bench is simple. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Ross V. Romeo, LTC (retired) Mar 19, 2008
He also established Whisper s Ranch Bed & Breakfast in Elgin, and worked as an instructor for Wayland Baptist University, Western International University, and the University of Phoenix. He thoroughly enjoyed meeting guests at the B & B and inspiring his university students. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
RSVP Bulletin Board: RSVP and PDh partner for Taste of Plainview 03-16-2008 Mar 16, 2008
This year, we will be saluting Wayland Baptist University at the Taste of Plainview ... Prizes will be awarded to food booths with the best decorated Wayland Baptist University theme ... Runningwater Draw RSVP is sponsored by the City of Plainview and housed by Wayland Baptist University on the Wayland campus. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Christian band Hawk Nelson in Big Weekend concert 03-16-2008 Mar 16, 2008
Wayland Baptist University. Christian pop-rock band Hawk Nelson will present a concert at Wayland Baptist University s Harral Auditorium on Friday, March 28, in conjunction with the university s annual Big Weekend college preview event. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
