Cardinals best Gulls, 75-52 Dec 10, 2008
- The Wesleyan University Cardinals defeated the Endicott College Gulls in men's basketball action on Tuesday night in Middletown, Conn. 75-52. (Ecgulls.com)
Pekin IRVSRA team to play in ‘Knisley Shootout' Dec 9, 2008
The tournament, which involves six teams in a round robin format, will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 30, at the Shirk Center on the Illinois Wesleyan University campus. IRVSRA Black is co-coached by Larry Needham and Rick Leesman. (Pekin Times, IL)
Mayors' races contested in spring election Dec 9, 2008
Renner, a member of the McLean County Board and a political science professor at Illinois Wesleyan University, announced in April he was seeking the citys top elected position. Ward 7 alderman so far is the only officially contested seat so far among Bloomington council members. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
When love is not enough (1) Dec 9, 2008
He is especially proud that, despite Peter s significant emotional problems, he graduated from Wesleyan University with a B.A. in history in 2003. Without the support and attention we gave him, he could never have done that, acknowledges his dad. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
GW Men's Squash Team Continue to Climb up National Rankings Dec 9, 2008
MIDDLETOWN, CT - The GW Men's Squash team had a very successful road trip to Wesleyan University this weekend where they defeated higher ranked Wesleyan University (6-3) and Vassar College 9-0. Their only loss came to higher #22 ranked Northeastern (2-7). (Gwsports.com)
Why babeness sells T-shirts Dec 7, 2008
A study out of Wesleyan University considers whether this effect applies to the intellectual performance of college athletes. Seventy-two male athletes (who didn't know that only athletes were included) were asked to take a 20-question multiple-choice math test. (Boston Globe)
Balanced attack leads Clark past Endicott, 66-60 Dec 7, 2008
Clark will play at Brandeis University (7 p.m.), while Endicott will travel to Wesleyan University for an 8:00 p.m. tip. Release Courtesy of Clark University Sports Information. (Ecgulls.com)
Paging Brangelina Dec 5, 2008
Luckily, the group s Jeanine Basinger, who teaches at Wesleyan University, has written extensively about Eastwood, produced a PBS show about him, and brought his archives to her school. The actor told Variety last March: You just don t say no to Jeanine Basinger. (Fox News)
BHSU hopes to make trip an annual event Dec 3, 2008
"I went to Dakota Wesleyan University for one year and a half," said Grim, who played softball for the Lady Tigers. "I wanted to play volleyball and I didn't have that opportunity at Dakota Wesleyan," said Grim of her decision to transfer to Black Hills State. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Rally falls short for Pumas Dec 2, 2008
The Saint Joseph s College men s basketball team lost to Indiana Wesleyan University, 68-64, on Saturday at Richard F Scharf Alumni Fieldhouse. The Wildcats (9-2) are the defending National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) National Champions, and with the return of their entire starting line-up, IWU showed why it is also one of the top ranked teams in the NAIA.. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Audience finds Wall Street reality show too depressing Dec 2, 2008
"People don't want to come home at the end of the day and have more bad news about their money," said Jeanine Basinger, chairman of the film studies department at Wesleyan University. "They don't want to see the Enron scandal; they don't want to see CEOs getting away with it.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
A century of healing Dec 1, 2008
Appointed presiding elder of the Great Falls district in 1890, Brother Van put his horse in the stable and began other important work, founding Wesleyan University in the Prickly Pear Valley, over 100 Methodist churches and two hospitals across the state ... The economic panic of 1893 closed the trolley line out to the Prickly Pear valley making Wesleyan University inaccessible to its students. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
NCCAA champion Bearcats to visit Pumas Nov 29, 2008
Rensselaer Republican. The Bearcats are an experienced team that is off to a flying 8-2 start this season. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Global takeover Nov 28, 2008
Indeed, it was while at Connecticut's "open-minded" Wesleyan University, as VanWyngarden describes it, that the pair first connected. They both discovered a burgeoning interest in experimental music such as the psychedelic sounds of Spacemen 3 and the trippier narcotic-laced tunes of the Velvet Underground. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
No. 11 Lakers sneak by Pumas Nov 27, 2008
The Pumas will return home to open Richard F. Schaf Alumni Fieldhouse on Saturday when they square off against the Wildcats of Indiana Wesleyan University. Comments. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
N.Y. town looks to 'Wonderful Life' Nov 26, 2008
Jeanine Basinger is a film professor at Wesleyan University in Middletown, Conn. and curator of Capra's archives. (USA Today)
Carson Batista Nov 24, 2008
Both Gabrielle and Sandy are 2004 graduates of Wesleyan University in Connecticut. Gabrielle is currently a doctoral candidate in clinical psychology at St. John's University, Queens, N.Y. Sandy is an investigator for the Lower Manhattan District Attorney's Office. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Poetry On Canvas Nov 22, 2008
After graduating from Wesleyan University in 2005, where he studied painting and American studies, he returned to the Bay Area to pursue public collaborative art projects. Two years ago, Bissell approached Chinaka Hodge, program director for artistic development and performance at Youth Speaks, to see if he could combine his work with the group's young spoken-word poets. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
What's going on... Nov 22, 2008
Join in on the annual FREE Mississinewa Valley Band Concert at the Indiana Wesleyan University. They will leave at 6:15 p.m. the concert begins at 7:30 p.m.. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Twin City mayors likely to see challengers in April election Nov 21, 2008
Illinois Wesleyan University political science professor Tari Renner, 49, 1016 N. Evans St., announced in April he is running for the seat. He also has taken out a petition. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Needham Neighbors (Nov. 20) Nov 20, 2008
Masur began his studies at Wesleyan University in the fall, while both Moskowitz and Salzman are attending Duke University in North Carolina. The College Board s Advanced Placement program has been offering college-level courses at high schools all over the country since 1955. (Needham Tab, MA)
The Fives: Bloggers debate DUI checkpoints, poor teacher pay, killer cats, the Hells Angels and more Nov 19, 2008
I'm thinking more about the discussions held in the lounge at Allen Hall on the campus of Dakota Wesleyan University where the debate would center around the latest developments on Days of Our Lives or which Transformer would be most deadly in real life. Sigh. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Three Rapid City natives named all-GPAC Nov 19, 2008
Three Rapid City natives were among 19 Dakota Wesleyan University named to the Great Plains Athletic Conference football team. (343). (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Carbon dioxide already in danger zone, warns study Nov 19, 2008
" ### The other authors are Makiko Sato and Pushker Kharecha, both also of the Earth Institute; David Beerling of the University of Sheffield (UK); Robert Berner and Mark Pagani of Yale University; Valerie Masson-Delmotte of the University of Versailles (France); Maureen Raymo of Boston University; Dana Royer of Wesleyan University; and James Zachos of the University of California, Santa Cruz. The paper, "Target Atmospheric CO2: Where Should Humanity Aim. " is at: . Author contacts: James... (EurekAlert!)
Heartland may save Underwood Park green project Nov 18, 2008
Scott said the Underwood house could provide a place for Illinois State University and Illinois Wesleyan University students to earn accreditation. Im more optimistic, said Mayor Chris Koos. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Obama Cabinet could include Republicans like Hagel Nov 16, 2008
"If he's in Obama's Cabinet, he's going to have to implement Obama's policies," said Jan Vermeer, political science professor at Nebraska Wesleyan University. The Nebraska conservative considered his own presidential bid, but then announced last year he wouldn't seek a third term or the GOP presidential nomination. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
More than 100 turn out at ISU to protest gay marriage bans Nov 15, 2008
The ISU and Illinois Wesleyan University chapters of PRIDE (People Realizing Individuality and Diversity through Education) organized the event the night. We want to get to the streets, said ISU chapter President Ashley Clark. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Going organic may go the way of the downturn Nov 14, 2008
"Although supermarkets are benefiting from consumers' decisions to eat at home more than dine out, the costlier organic items may be feeling the pinch of the nation's economic woes. Organics may have grabbed more shelf space than ever before, but with groceries in general up 7 percent over last year, some consumers are thinking twice before putting them in their basket. "To cope with higher prices, many shoppers are simply opting not to buy pricey organic or premium brands," says Marcia... (Anchorage Daily News)
Flick: Twin City lawyer gathers in another $22.5 million Nov 14, 2008
A former roommate of Stephanie Nudelman, an Illinois Wesleyan University sophomore, she became national news last month when a letter personally addressed to her from a group called Womens Voices Women Vote strongly urged her to register to vote so she could play a part in voting history. . (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Habitat for Humanity sees need building Nov 14, 2008
The group also is looking to WomenBuild and the Illinois State University/Illinois Wesleyan University chapters to broaden fund-raising. The collegiate group is charging ahead with the anticipated increased need, said adviser Tom Gershick, and its success has garnered national honors and grants. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
In visit to IWU, Durbin says Duckworth on his short list to replace Obama Nov 13, 2008
I have several names and certainly Tammy would be on that list, said Durbin, visiting an Illinois Wesleyan University class Wednesday. He said hes asked Gov. Rod Blagojevich for a meeting to talk about possibilities, but he stressed the decision of the appointment lies solely with the governor. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Cover story: 'Off the Beaten Path: A Jazz & Tap Odyssey' Nov 13, 2008
"It was two and a half years ago I got a call from Wesleyan University, which is part of a consortium, the New England Presenters. They had decided they wanted to commission a special project for a jazz and tap tour. They called to see if I would be interested in producing that and of course I said 'Sure!'". The project's model is unique, from what Overton gathers. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Review: 'Call Me Ted,' by Ted Turner Nov 12, 2008
Michael S. Roth is president of Wesleyan University and the author of "The Ironist's Cage: Memory, Trauma and the Construction of History." E-mail him at books@sf chronicle. com. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Third-graders learn about serving in Iraq Nov 10, 2008
She helped plan a week of lessons with teacher Nancy Harp and fellow student teacher Katy Reihsmann of Illinois Wesleyan University. On Friday, students saw pictures of Iraqi schools built by American soldiers and heard about Army life. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
State hands out tobacco prevention grants Nov 9, 2008
Dakota Wesleyan University, $10,000. Mitchell Technical Institute, $7,500. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Revised theory suggests carbon dioxide levels already in danger zone Nov 8, 2008
In addition to Hansen and Pagani, authors of the paper are from Yale University; Makiko Sato and Pushker Kharecha from the NASA/Goddard Institute for Space Studies and Columbia University Earth Institute; David Beerling from the University of Sheffield, UK; Valerie Masson-Delmotte from CEA-CNRS-Universite de Versaille, France Maureen Raymo from Boston University; Dana Royer from Wesleyan University and James C. Zachos from the University of California at Santa Cruz. Citation: Open Atmospheric... (EurekAlert!)
Pearson wins: puts Democrats Nov 6, 2008
The district covers all of Blackford County and parts of Grant County, including Gas City, Jonesboro and Marion without Upland, the northern parts of Marion and the section around Indiana Wesleyan University, all of which traditionally go Republican. He was pleased with his loss in Blackford County, which tends to vote Democrat. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
SPORTS NOTES Nov 6, 2008
This October, Boston University School of Education Clinical Assistant Professor Amy Baltzell was recently inducted into the Wesleyan University Athletic Hall of Fame ... A 1987 graduate of the Wesleyan University, Baltzell is in only the second class of athletes to be inducted. (Brookline TAB, MA)
OWU falls to foe Nov 6, 2008
If not for a prolonged scoring drought, coupled with some free throw misfiring down the stretch, the Oklahoma Wesleyan University women s basketball team could very well have dumped Friends in Tuesday s showdown ... Friends University 62, Oklahoma Wesleyan University 56. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Thousands of ISU students celebrate Nov 6, 2008
Or as Illinois Wesleyan University student Donny Swager, a 22-year-old from Lincolnshire put it: Most students associated Obama with change, even though they couldnt always back up why he represented change. But the Bush administrations record tainted McCains chances of winning. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
More of this story Nov 5, 2008
Despite major three-point shooting woes and only 14 trips to the free throw line, the Oklahoma Wesleyan University men s basketball team opened the season with a 26-point yawner Monday night ... Oklahoma Wesleyan University 77 ... Oklahoma Wesleyan University (77). (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Twin City college students cheer Obama victory Nov 5, 2008
Earlier, at Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington, a handful of students watched early returns on CNN.. Personally, I like his policies, especially on education he looks at grade school through college, said Benjamin Billups, an IWU sophomore from Joliet. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Mines falls to Rocky Mountain Nov 2, 2008
On Saturday the Rockers will visit Mitchell for a game with Dakota Wesleyan University. Share This Story. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
ISU students: Trust us, we're voters Nov 1, 2008
At Illinois Wesleyan University, a student group helped educate students about absentee voting. This weekend, a group supporting Barack Obama is taking their message to Indiana, a potential swing state. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Mitchell father and 2 sons sentenced for fight Oct 30, 2008
MITCHELL, S.D. (AP) -- A Mitchell father and two sons pleaded no contest and were sentenced on misdemeanor charges for a fight with a black Dakota Wesleyan University basketball player. Gary Bussmus pleaded no contest to simple assault and will serve 10 days in jail and pay a 1,000 fine. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Mitchell conference targets hunger Oct 30, 2008
MITCHELL, S.D. - A Nobel Peace Prize Laureate and World Food Prize founder will be featured at the annual McGovern Conference Nov. 10-11 at Dakota Wesleyan University in Mitchell. (216). (Rapid City Journal, SD)
FBI Probe of JPMorgan Fees Focuses on Swaps That Roiled Taxpayer's Debt Oct 28, 2008
It gave $70,000 to a foundation for youth leadership and $20,000 for a minority scholarship fund in White's name at his alma mater, Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut. $50,000 for Nothing. (Bloomberg)
MGMT BOYS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN Oct 26, 2008
In fact, they formed the band by accident during their freshman year at Wesleyan University. "We just bonded over ma 00004000 king synthesizer noises and laughing at the crazy sounds we'd make," says the 25-year-old. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
AREA SCENE: Vogel resigns as Dakota Wesleyan athletic director Oct 24, 2008
Chad Vogel announced Thursday that he will resign from his position as Dakota Wesleyan University s director of athletics and athletic development, effective Oct. 31 ... It is with careful consideration that I resign from my position as the director of athletics/athletic development of Dakota Wesleyan University effective Oct. 31, Vogel said in his statement. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Mercy nips MHS in swimming Oct 24, 2008
Middletown led, 88-84, going to the final event, the 400 yard freestyle relay. Middletown coach Trevor Charles and Mercy coach Keith Nichols, both knew that Mercy had the horses to win the event, so the key was second and third. (Middletown Press, CT)
Nonfiction review: 'Left in Dark Times' Oct 23, 2008
Michael S. Roth is president of Wesleyan University and the author of "The Ironist's Cage: Memory, Trauma and the Construction of History." E-mail him at. This article appeared on page E - 2 of the San Francisco Chronicle. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Paula Lawson, 49, Wesleyan administrator Oct 22, 2008
In her roles, as wife, mother, sister, friend, associate provost of Wesleyan University in Middletown, Conn ... At Wesleyan University, Mrs. Lawson used her diplomatic skills and her knowledge of higher education to keep things running smoothly ... A memorial service is being planned for Wesleyan University. (Boston Globe)
These sisters share clothes, including with buyers at vintage shop Oct 22, 2008
A more liberal demographic that includes the student population at Wesleyan University seemed like a fit. "I think Wesleyan students are our target market," Debbie said. (Middletown Press, CT)
Arthur Dietz, 84, ran, set up MBA at Emory Oct 18, 2008
A native of Westchester County, N.Y., Dr. Dietz interrupted his studies at Wesleyan University to join the. U.S. Army during World War II. He fought in France, Belgium and Luxembourg. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Taste event today offers sweet treats, international eats Oct 18, 2008
Baldwin opted for a cupcake, which she said was "completely awesome." Even so, she intends to seek out the brownies later today when they will be among many cuisine selections at the Taste of Middlesex County on Andrus Field at Wesleyan University. Fortunately, Baldwin already planned to be at the event. (Middletown Press, CT)
Economy looms large in election for local voters Oct 16, 2008
Im paying attention, added Lynn Nichelson of Bloomington, whose planned retirement from Illinois Wesleyan University is only months away ... Nichelson, assistant dean of enrollment management and financial aid at Illinois Wesleyan University, plans to retire next summer. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Salem State panel tackles media and election questions Oct 16, 2008
Given this format, one of the panelist s points stood out by questioning the relevance of political experts: Professor John Finn from Wesleyan University asked the audience to consider whether the public really needs the media to help them decide on the best candidates. Isn t it elitist to assume people should pay attention to us. (Georgetown Record, MA)
The Fives: Best sports nicknames in South Dakota Oct 13, 2008
(We played together for a couple of years at Dakota Wesleyan University in Mitchell. . (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Horrifyingly fun day at Artspace Oct 13, 2008
Two of the most striking exhibits are oil paintings by retired Wesleyan University professor John Frazer that show a man's body with a snake head, in one case, and a bear head, in another. "I don't know if they mean anything," Frazer said. (Middletown Press, CT)
Big game on campus Oct 12, 2008
Andrus Field (1881), Wesleyan University. This field is what it is, the oldest gridiron in college football. (Boston Globe)
War experience led McGovern to combat hunger Oct 10, 2008
October 10, 2008 ONLINE EDITION. Entertainment Review : Art of Photography : Business Trends : Eyes of a Reporter. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Farley Joins UNC Rowing Staff Oct 10, 2008
Sculling Center and at Wesleyan University, among other programs. Farley is a 2003 graduate of Bryn Mawr, where she was co-captain of the rowing team. (Tarheelblue.com)
Generation YouTube Oct 8, 2008
During his years at Wesleyan University, Goldman published a college guidebook and dreamed about a similar project on the Web. Goldman raised Unigo's seed funding by starting with financial professionals in New York whose names appeared in the Wesleyan alumni directory. (Forbes -- Technology)
School of hard knocks Oct 6, 2008
He recovered and now plays hockey at Wesleyan University, where he was voted MVP of his team last year. He said he learned since his injury about the consequences of a too-hasty return. (Boston Globe)
Dreaming of $700 billion Oct 3, 2008
" . An Economist's view Earlier this year, Gary Yohe, Woodhouse/Sysco Professor of Economics at Wesleyan University in Connecticut participated in Bjorn Lomborg's where global issues are rigorously debated and then ranked in terms of importance. Yohe headed a team of three economists whose task it was to calculate a workable fiscal plan for global warming. "Almost by coincidence," Yohe told CNN, "$700 billion is close to the discounted budget for the Copenhagen Consensus exercise. $800 billion,... (CNN -- International)
