Rookie emerging for Magic Dec 5, 2008
Lee spent four seasons at Western Kentucky University and is actually two months older than Magic franchise center Dwight Howard. He and Howard have become the closest of friends, easing his transition from college to the NBA.. (Florida Today)
Kentucky Library and Museum to host ‘Christmas in Kentucky' Dec 5, 2008
Published: Tuesday, December 2, 2008 3:25 PM CST The Kentucky Library m at Western Kentucky University will host its third annual Christmas in Kentucky family event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 6, just after the Bowling Green Christmas Parade. During the day, children will have a chance to have their picture taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus, visit with Big Red, make craft or wildlife ornaments, and participate in a scavenger hunt throughout the museum. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
“Big Daddy” to be honored in South Logan (227) Dec 4, 2008
He graduated from Russellville High School in 1960 and attended Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green and Belmont University in Nashville. In the 1950's Lon's father became a business partner with R.E. Hook, who had purchased WRUS. He started on the air on June 2, 1958 as a high school student. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Dodger Hollins Dec 3, 2008
Dodger is 71 years old and graduated from Auburn High School in 1955 and Western Kentucky University in 1965. From then on, Dodger began his service in the US Army, serving in Vietnam, Thailand, Japan, and Korea, some 28 years of service in the military. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Hanks to drive Zaxby's Ford Dec 3, 2008
Keeton is a Mechanical Engineering student at Western Kentucky University and has been working things out to get back into the driver's seat and juggle his school schedule with his race schedule. The headquarters for Zaxby's Racing is located near Atlanta, Ga. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Sensational Lawson earns weekly award Dec 3, 2008
"They probably just underestimated us because they are the No. 3 team in the country and we are Western Kentucky University," Pettigrew said. "Coach told us that we needed to go out there and throw the first punch and always keep our composure and that is what we did.". (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Western Kentucky college looking at 4% cut Nov 29, 2008
(AP) - Facing a 4% state budget cut to universities, Western Kentucky University officials are seeking ways to trim the school's finances. University President Gary Ransdell has appointed a Presidential Task Force to find more places to cut into the university's budget already made tight by last spring's 6% state budget cuts. (FOX19.com, OH)
Murray Racers blow out WKU Nov 26, 2008
Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2008 9:29 AM CST Murray State (2-1) bolted to 19-point lead midway through the first-half and held Western Kentucky University (1-2) at arms length the remainder of the way for an 89-61 win on Saturday night before 7,038 fans at the Regional Special Events Center. The Racers avenged last year's 24-point loss to the Hilltoppers at Diddle Arena. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Rumors fly at Logan High; Many absent Friday but no problems reported Nov 26, 2008
barefeets wrote on Nov 25, 2008 1:26 PM:" this is interesting in that it closely follows the frightening ways things progressed in the western kentucky university incident. one thing is certain from these two 'events' ... administrators, officials and the public take them seriously ... we live in the age of heath high school and virginia tech. it is a sad fact. however, we must devise means to control the rumor mill, perpetuated so often by e-mail and text messaging. warning and planning is... (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Bulldogs Face Oklahoma State In Thanksgiving Day Matchup Nov 25, 2008
Gonzaga downed Western Kentucky University 74-71 last Nov. 22, and Gonzaga's inaugural Thanksgiving contest was Nov. 22, 2001, in a 65-58 win over St. John's University. Gonzaga University will have had nine days off since an 80-46 win over the University of Idaho Nov. 18. (Gozags.com)
Regan, Stratton (28) Nov 24, 2008
He graduated from Logan County High School and is a graduate of Western Kentucky University with a bachelor of science degree in agriculture. He is employed by Miles Farm Supply as a Seed Specialist in Southern Kentucky and Northern Tennessee. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
From the sky to the sea Nov 23, 2008
All thanks to a wonderful woman, Dr. Mildred Howard at Western Kentucky University. I was taking acting classes there, and she heard that Juilliard was starting a drama division. (NJ.com -- Times)
Pine Knob Theatre Owner Honus Shain explained to James Duestch, from the Smithsonian Institute, about the history of Dock Brown. Duestch wanted to visit the area to find out more about the legendary outlaw. Nov 22, 2008
To find out more about local legends in Kentucky, Deutsch recommended visiting Western Kentucky University. They have a great collection of local legends, he added. (Leitchfield Grayson County, KY)
WKU tops Campbellsville Nov 22, 2008
Published: Friday, November 21, 2008 9:59 AM CST Western Kentucky University (1-1) scored the first 12 points of the game and was never threatened by Campbellsville University (1-3) in posting a 62-48 win in the Hilltoppers' 2008-09 home opener on Tuesday evening at E.A. Diddle Arena. Bouncing back from Saturday's loss at Houston, WKU gave new head coach Ken McDonald his first career victory. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
N-D&L photo/PAM CASSADY Auburn basketball player Jazzy Elliot talks to Lady Top's Coach Mary Cowles as she signs a book for her while teammates Jessica Covington (far left) and Kapreshia Powell. Nov 22, 2008
Published: Friday, November 21, 2008 9:46 AM CST Western Kentucky University women's basketball coach Mary Taylor Cowles visited two Logan County schools this week, handing out books and encouraging students to read, set goals and dream big ... The book, written by Kelly Kolker with Bill Hawkins, tells the story of a young girl who dreams of playing basketball for Western Kentucky University. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
WKU football falls to MTSU Nov 19, 2008
Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2008 10:56 AM CST Joe Craddock completed 19 passes for 212 yards and two touchdowns as Middle Tennessee spoiled senior day for the Western Kentucky University football team on Saturday with a 21-10 victory at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium. The loss dropped the Hilltoppers to 2-9 on the season, while MTSU improved to 4-6. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Deborah Kay Sharpe (5) Nov 16, 2008
Debbie attended Cumberland University and received her B.S. Degree from Western Kentucky University and did her graduate work at Tennessee Tech. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. (Lafayette Macon County Times, TN)
Hilltoppers basketball holds off Bellarmine Nov 15, 2008
9 ticks left to knock down a pair of free throws as Western Kentucky University rallied from a nine-point second-half deficit to stave off a feisty Bellarmine University 70-65 on Saturday night at Diddle Arena. It was the final of two preseason exhibition games for both squads. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Deacons Host Cross Country Southeast Regionals Nov 14, 2008
Women (45 Teams) Appalachian State University Campbell University College of Charleston (South Carolina) Charleston Southern University The Citadel Clemson University Coastal Carolina University Davidson College Duke University East Carolina University Eastern Kentucky University Elon University Furman University Gardner-Webb University George Mason University Hampton University High Point University James Madison University University of Kentucky Liberty University University of Louisville... (Wakeforestsports.com)
Volleyball Prepares for Final Regular Season Match Nov 13, 2008
The Owls (12-16, 5-11 Sun Belt Conference) lost to Western Kentucky University and Middle Tennessee State University over the weekend. This Saturday's match holds even more meaning for both squads beyond the traditional meeting with a rival. (Fausports.com)
Proteins Can Control Their Own Evolution Nov 12, 2008
The work is likely to provoke a considerable amount of thinking, according to Charles Smith, a historian of science at Western Kentucky University. "Systems thinking in evolutionary studies perhaps began with Alfred Wallace's likening of the action of natural selection to the governor on a steam engine --- that is, as a mechanism for removing the unfit and thereby keeping populations 'up to snuff' as environmental actors," Smith said. (Science Daily)
Western Kentucky football loses at Troy Nov 12, 2008
The Western Kentucky University football team suffered its eighth loss of the 2008 season on with a 17-7 defeat at Troy on Saturday in front of 19,066 fans at Movie Gallery Veterans Stadium. Published: Tuesday, November 11, 2008 3:48 PM CST The loss dropped the Hilltoppers to 2-8 on the season, while Troy improved to 6-3. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Deirdre Dede’ Eitel (44) Nov 8, 2008
While working on her photojournalism portfolio at Western Kentucky University, Dede became the 48th annual College Photographer of the Year for her photo story on the Amish. The awards she earned from the Montana Newspaper Association and the Pacific Northwest Excellence in Journalism competition are too numerous to print. (Helena Independent Record)
Eastern presents 'Mostly Mozart' Nov 6, 2008
She also holds a bachelor s degree in clarinet performance from Western Kentucky University. Her principal teachers include John Carmichael, Tod Kerstetter, Lee Levine and James Pyne. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
3 suspended, others disciplined after WKU lockdown Nov 6, 2008
(AP) - Western Kentucky University has suspended three students and put nine others on probation following fights that caused a campus alert. University President Gary Ransdell says in addition to the suspensions, the nine who were placed on probatino face further disciplinary action in connection with the Oct. 22 incidents. (WREG.com, TN)
At least 2 expelled, others disciplined at WKU Nov 6, 2008
(AP) - Western Kentucky University has expelled at least two students and disciplined others after fights that caused a campus lockdown. University spokesman Bob Skipper told the Daily News the school would not release the names of the students, citing confidentiality issues. (WKRC.com, OH)
Volleyball Prepares for Final Home Matches Nov 6, 2008
The Owls (12-14, 5-9 Sun Belt Conference) will face Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Kentucky on Friday, November 7 at 7 p.m. FAU then will play Middle Tennessee University in the FAU Arena on Saturday, November 8 at 7 p.m.. WKU (19-9, 8-5) defeated FAU in three sets on October 3 in Bowling Green, behind 14 kills from preseason All-Sun Belt Conference First Teamer Megan Argabright. (Fausports.com)
North Texas spoils Western Kentucky Homecoming with 51-40 victory Nov 5, 2008
Published: Tuesday, November 4, 2008 12:05 PM CST North Texas stopped the Western Kentucky University offense three times from the one-yard line in the closing seconds including returning an interception 97 yards for a touchdown as time expired to pick up a 51-40 victory Saturday night at WKU's homecoming game at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium. The loss in the final minutes negated a 17-point second-half comeback by the Hilltoppers (2-7), and 100-yard rushing days by both Tyrell Hayden... (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Clark, Cohen (155) Nov 5, 2008
She is a graduate of Warren Central High School and Western Kentucky University with a degree in Exercise Physiology. Leslie is the Operations Manager of Lifestyle Family Fitness Countryside in Clearwater, Fla. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Meet the Candidates (4) Nov 2, 2008
He graduated from Adairville High School and attended Western Kentucky University. He is married to Pam Young and the couple has three children DVD, Brad and Keith. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Women's Center changes campus climate Oct 30, 2008
The Green Dot campaign, a social norms effort started at Western Kentucky University and implemented at college campuses across the nation, is one tool the Women's Center has taken advantage of when it comes to educating the masses, said Peters. According to Peters, the Green Dot campaign is built around the idea that we all have a responsibility to change our culture. (The University Echo, TN)
Cross Country Heads to Sun Belt Conference Championships Oct 29, 2008
BOCA RATON, FL - The Florida Atlantic University cross country team will compete at the 2008 Sun Belt Conference Cross Country Championships at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Kentucky on Saturday, November 1. The women's race will begin at 11 a.m., followed by the men's race at noon. (Fausports.com)
Careers soiled by trees Oct 25, 2008
He was president of Western Kentucky University from 1988-97. He earlier was vice chancellor at the University of Mississippi from 1984-88 and on the state IHL board staff for 10 years. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Five ways California vintners are weathering climate change Oct 25, 2008
Current studies by Jones and Gregory B. Goodrich of the Western Kentucky University, among others, only show a 1 to 2 degree Fahrenheit average rise in temperatures in Napa Valley, mostly in nighttime temperature, not days. Some growers believe that Napa Valley might actually cool as interior valleys warm and draw cold coastal air and fog; the last few years have been unseasonably cool, in fact. (San Francisco Chronicle)
WKU boasts high graduation rate among student athletes Oct 25, 2008
Published: Friday, October 24, 2008 9:57 AM CDT Western Kentucky University graduated 68 percent of its student-athletes from the 2001-02 freshman class, and seven sports posted a graduation success rate of 100 percent in the NCAA's 2008 Graduation Success Rate Report, which was recently released. The 68 percent graduation rate by WKU student-athletes was the second-highest in the Sun Belt Conference and marked a 13 percent increase from the 55 percent rate of the previous year s class... (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
5 Students Released After Kentucky College Lockdown Oct 24, 2008
Oct. 22, 2008: Bowling Green Police officers lock down the campus of Western Kentucky University after reports of gunfire. Oct. 22, 2008: Bowling Green Police officers lock down the campus of Western Kentucky University after reports of gunfire ... Police at Western Kentucky University say they have released five students held for questioning after unconfirmed reports of gunfire forced a campus lockdown. (Fox News)
Police release 5 held after Ky. campus gun scare Oct 24, 2008
(AP) - Police at Western Kentucky University say they have released five students held for questioning after unconfirmed reports of gunfire forced a campus lockdown. Students were urged to seek shelter and the school was locked down for several hours Wednesday after students phoned 911 to report that they'd seen men with guns and heard shots. (WKRC.com, OH)
No evidence of WKU gunfire Oct 24, 2008
(AP) Western Kentucky University was locked down for several hours Wednesday after reports of gunmen on campus, but officials said they could find no evidence that shots had been fired or that anyone had a weapon. Someone reported seeing people with weapons in a building on a satellite campus and police later received reports that shots had been fired on the main campus, a mile away. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
College Locked Down After False Reports of Gunshots Oct 23, 2008
Oct. 22, 2008: Bowling Green Police officers lock down the campus of Western Kentucky University after reports of gunfire ... com that police were not able to corroborate earlier claims of shots being fired or gunmen on the loose at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green after initial reports of an incident near Pearce Ford Tower on the school's main campus. (Fox News)
Western Kentucky University locked down Oct 23, 2008
Western Kentucky University was locked down for several hours Wednesday after reports of gunmen on campus, but officials said they could find no evidence that shots had been fired or that anyone had a weapon ... Bowling Green Police officers lock down the campus of Western Kentucky University on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, after reports of gunfire, in Bowling Green, Ky. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
NBC's Williams focuses on visit Oct 23, 2008
Coverage of the rally had to battle for airtime with the latest stock-market developments and, to a lesser degree, reports of shots fired on the campus of Western Kentucky University ... Coverage of the rally had to battle for airtime with the latest stock-market developments and, to a lesser degree, reports of shots fired on the campus of Western Kentucky University. (Akron Beacon Journal)
Ky. Campus Lockdown Lifted Oct 23, 2008
Campus Lockdown Lifted , Western Kentucky University Spokesman Says "No Gunfire" Confirmed After Reports Of Shots Fired - CBS News ... Western Kentucky University Spokesman Says "No Gunfire" Confirmed After Reports Of Shots Fired ... Police investigate a report of shots fired on the campus of Western Kentucky University, Oct. 22, 2008. (CBS News -- US)
Alert Issued After Armed Man Seen On University Campus Oct 23, 2008
(October 22, 2008)An alert was issued Wednesday afternoon after reports that four people dressed in black and carrying guns were on the campus of Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Ky. The text alert sent to students and staff at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday said, "An armed man has been reported on WKU South Campus. Please stay clear of this area.". (KWTX.com, TX)
"All Clear" at Western Kentucky University Oct 23, 2008
(AP) - A Western Kentucky University official says the all clear has been sounded after reports of gunfire put the campus on lockdown. University spokeswoman Robbin Taylor says "no gunfire" has been confirmed. (WKRC.com, OH)
Pierson wedding (182) Oct 23, 2008
a 2005 graduate of Florida College, and a 2008 graduate of Western Kentucky University. He is presently attending physical therapy school at the University of Central Florida. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Ky. campus lockdown ends; no evidence of gunfire Oct 23, 2008
(AP) -- The lockdown is over at Western Kentucky University. The campus in Bowling Green had been locked down for about three hours today after reports of gunfire. (KRNV.com, NV)
U.S. university shut down following campus shooting Oct 23, 2008
According to CNN, police has put the Western Kentucky University under lockdown after receiving reports of altercations involving weapons at the south campus building and then a largest residence hall. Robbin Taylor, the university's vice president for public affairs, told the TV that, however, no witness has confirmed the reports that shots were fired in either location. (Xinhuanet, China)
FAU Women's Basketball Begins Practice Oct 22, 2008
These games are in preparation for an always competitive Sun Belt Conference-slate which includes games against defending champion Western Kentucky University and Women's National Invitation Tournament teams Middle Tennessee State University and the University of Arkansas-Little Rock. "We have pushed this group harder than they have been pushed, and we are expecting more out of them," said Dugan. (Fausports.com)
Official Practices Underway for FAU Men's Basketball Oct 21, 2008
The Sun Belt Conference coaches picked the Owls to finish fourth in the league's East Division behind Western Kentucky University, the University of South Alabama and preseason league-favorite Middle Tennessee State University. The first chance to watch the 2008-09 team in action is Wednesday night, November 5 when the Owls host an exhibition game against Lynn University. (Fausports.com)
Living and loving; Family faces challenges of raising child with brain injury Oct 20, 2008
Little did we know that Western Kentucky University would be able to help us so much ... We were also fortunate enough to be referred to the Western Kentucky University Literacy Clinic. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Legislators say IHL president is quitting; Pickering releases audit findings today Oct 18, 2008
He earlier was president of Western Kentucky University and vice chancellor of the University of Mississippi. He has recently been president of the National Association of System Heads, or NASH, an organization comprised of the chief executive officers of the 52 public higher education systems in 38 states and Puerto Rico. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
WKU basketball players chosen to all-Sun Belt Conference team Oct 18, 2008
Published: Friday, October 17, 2008 7:52 AM CDT Two Western Kentucky University men's basketball players have been named preseason Sun Belt All-Conference while the Hilltoppers were tabbed third in the East Division, the Sun Belt office released Monday from Hot Springs, Ark. site of the 2009 SBC Basketball Media Days. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Trip to Ecuador a life-changing experience Oct 18, 2008
Jessica Penrod went to Ecuador as part of a study abroad program with the Ag Department at Western Kentucky University. She received a scholarship to help pay for the trip. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Western Kentucky Up Next for FAU Oct 16, 2008
The Owls travel to Kentucky to face Western Kentucky University Saturday at 7 p.m. ET. It will be the first-ever meeting between WKU and FAU. While WKU is a member of the Sun Belt Conference, this will not be a conference contest as the Hilltopers are completing the two-year transition into Division I-A. Even though the two teams will meet for the first time, the state of Kentucky is one of the more familiar states for the Owls. FAU has played at Eastern Kentucky, at Louisville and at Kentucky. (Fausports.com)
FAU Tuesday Practice Report Oct 15, 2008
After a short hiatus, the Florida Atlantic University football team returned to the practice field to prepare for Saturday's matchup with the Hilltoppers of Western Kentucky University. FAU worked on alleviating mistakes in today's session. (Fausports.com)
Western Kentucky football team loses 27-13 at Virginia Tech Oct 8, 2008
Published: Tuesday, October 7, 2008 10:48 AM CDT Dexter Taylor rushed for a career-high 96 yards and led Western Kentucky University on a pair of scoring drives, but a 27-3 third-quarter deficit was too much to overcome as the Hilltopper football team dropped a 27-13 decision to No. 20 Virginia Tech Saturday afternoon in front of 66,233 at Lane Stadium/Worsham Field. The game ended a grueling stretch for the Toppers (2-4) that saw them play five of the first six games of the season on the road. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Holder, Burchett (200) Oct 4, 2008
She is a graduate of Logan County High School and currently attends Western Kentucky University. The future groom is the grandson of Edward and Katherine Burchett of Adairville and Harold Scott and the late Dora Scott of Russellville. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
UK football blasts Hilltoppers, 41-3 Oct 3, 2008
Published: Tuesday, September 30, 2008 10:06 AM CDT Bobby Rainey accounted for 256 all-purpose yards including 99 yards rushing, but the Western Kentucky University football team only accounted for three points as Kentucky scored 31 unanswered points en route to a 41-3 win Saturday evening at Commonwealth Stadium. The loss dropped the Hilltoppers to 2-3 on the season, while UK remained undefeated and moved to 4-0. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Florida Atlantic Men's Golf Opens Season This Weekend Oct 3, 2008
Some of the other participating schools include Western Kentucky University, Stetson University, Villanova University and Boston College. Florida Atlantic Lineup No. 1 SO No. 2 SO No. 3 SO No. 4 SO No. 5 FR. (Fausports.com)
M. Johnson, Lumpkin Out Saturday Sep 25, 2008
Middle linebacker Micah Johnson and defensive tackle Ricky Lumpkin two key elements of the Kentucky defense will not play in Saturdays game vs. Western Kentucky University, Coach Rich Brooks confirmed Wednesday. Johnson and Lumpkin sustained high-ankle sprains during the win over Middle Tennessee on Sept. 13. (WKRC.com, OH)
FAU Women's Soccer Preps for Sun Belt Opener Sep 25, 2008
The Owls will face Western Kentucky University Friday, September 26 at 7 p.m. and Middle Tennessee State University on Sunday, September 28 at 12 noon. Florida Atlantic (1-5-0) is now in its third season playing in the Sun Belt Conference. (Fausports.com)
Gov. Blunt Tasks Missourians with Commemorating Civil War's 150th Anniversary (5) Sep 24, 2008
Dr. Dalton holds a bachelor's degree Western Kentucky University and doctorate from the University of Kentucky, specializing in the Civil War. Dr. Dalton is published in numerous journals, including The Journal of Southern History, The Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, and The Encyclopedia of the American Civil War. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Hilltoppers blast Murray in front of school record crowd Sep 24, 2008
Published: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 1:49 PM CDT In front of a L.T. Smith Stadium record crowd of 22,297, the Western Kentucky University football team opened the home portion of the 2008 campaign with a victory with a 50-9 win over Murray State on Saturday evening. That broke the previous stadium record of 20,428 that saw the Hilltoppers face Eastern Kentucky on Oct. 26, 1968. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Florida Atlantic Edged in Double Overtime by USF Sep 22, 2008
The Owls return to action Friday night, September 26 at FAU Field on the Boca Raton campus, 777 Glades Road, against SBC rival Western Kentucky University. . (Fausports.com)
Samford Golf To Benefit From Ryder Cup Sep 19, 2008
Universities (Play Golf America University) Western Kentucky University, $90,000. Patriot Golf Day/Folds of Honor Foundation, $10,000. (Samfordsports.com)
