Control Of Wildfires Not Seen Anytime Soon Nov 15, 2008
Santa Barbara County Sheriff-Coroner Bill Brown, who flew over the burn area early Friday, said the Mount Calvary Benedictine monastery appeared to be completely destroyed and that he counted more than 80 homes burned to the ground, many in the winding streets around Westmont College. Some of the Christian liberal arts college's 1,000 students were caught off-guard by the rapidly moving flames Thursday amid wooded rolling hills. (Click2Houston, TX)
Wildfire Burns 80 Homes In Calif. Hot Spot Nov 14, 2008
Within less than six hours, it destroyed dozens of luxury homes and several buildings on the Westmont College campus ... Students at Westmont College holed up in the school's gym as flames burned a dormitory and several buildings containing classrooms. (CBS News -- Iraq)
Wildfire devastates celebrity enclave near L.A. Nov 14, 2008
A residence hall and several classrooms were destroyed at Westmont College, a private Christian university, and about 800 students were evacuated to the school's fireproof gymnasium, where they were out of harm's way. Today in Americas. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Homes destroyed as fire burns above Montecito Nov 14, 2008
Westmont College officials ordered anyone on campus to take shelter with a message on the Web site saying, If you are at Westmont, go immediately to the gym. Do not delay. (Lompoc Record, CA)
100 homes burned by California fire Nov 14, 2008
The flames roared onto the campus of Westmont College in Santa Barbara, forcing students and staff to take cover in the school gym. Several buildings, including dormitories, the school's physics building and more than a dozen homes in Westmont's faculty housing area, have been lost or "significantly damaged" by the fire, the school said in a statement on its Web site. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Fire destroys up to 80 houses in Montecito Nov 14, 2008
Geri Ventura, a spokeswoman for the Montecito Fire Department, said an evacuation center was set up at San Marcos Senior High School in Santa Barbara, and students at nearby Westmont College were told to gather in the campus gym. As the fire swept through the college area, at least two buildings were destroyed, but no injuries were reported, authorities said. (Los Angeles Times)
Fire destroys some 100 homes, injures 4 in Santa Barbara County's upscale Montecito community Nov 14, 2008
Koon says it has destroyed "100 plus" homes and parts of Westmont College, including several academic buildings and a dormitory. Copyright 2008 The Associated Press. (KLAS-TV)
Wildfire Engulfs California Homes Nov 14, 2008
Meanwhile, students at Westmont College remain holed up in the school's gym as flames have burned a dormitory building and several other classroom facilities. he college says on its Web site it is considering moving the students to a Red Cross shelter if they can get safely through the fire. (Fox News)
Wildfire burns 70 homes in celebrity enclave Nov 14, 2008
An emergency shelter was set up at a high school and students at Westmont College were told to gather in the school's gym. The fire damaged several buildings at the college, according to the school's Web site. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Fire destroys homes near Santa Barbara, Calif. Nov 14, 2008
An emergency shelter was set up at a high school and students at Westmont College were told to gather in the school's gym. Montecito and its ocean views have long attracted celebrities. (AZCentral -- News)
New-Look Gauchos Open Regular Season Friday at Nevada Nov 6, 2008
She enters the season with 13 career goals and 36 career points at UCSB, and she seemed in good form as she tallied a pair of goals in the Gauchos 3-0 exhibition win over Westmont College on Saturday, Aug 16. In 2007, Santa Barbara scored just 18 goals in 19 matches, but with Ives on hand, the teams offense should take a big leap forward. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
Tech women top Snow College Nov 5, 2008
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College roundup: Sunbirds fall to Westmont Oct 16, 2008
Fresno Pacific saw its two-game winning streak in women's soccer halted by Westmont College 4-1 Wednesday in Santa Barbara. Danielle Dickie, with an assist from Ashley Sherr, scored in the 67th minute for the Sunbirds (7-3-2, 3-3 Golden State Athletic Conference). (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
23rd Congressional Dist. candidates differ on issues Oct 13, 2008
He immigrated to the United States from his native Finland at age 16, and graduated from Westmont College in Montecito. He and his wife, Jean, have been married for 40 years and have two children. (Santa Maria Times)
Students Challenged To Embrace Reformative Education Sep 25, 2008
Mr Daneshforooz indicated that the scholarship scheme evolved out of the type of education he received at Westmont College in the US, which taught him to get beyond the academics and seek to explore and understand the needs of others in the society. Our organisation was inspired to institute the scholarship programme as part of a vision to impart the type of knowledge I acquired in college to people throughout the world. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
ESCONDIDO: Church starts food distribution system Aug 31, 2008
"As part of a senior project at school, we students were to find a way to serve in our community," said Graaff, an incoming freshman at Westmont College in Santa Barbara. "I already had some experience with a project ---- Nutrition Awareness In Action ---- at our school, and so I used what I learned from that, as part of my presentation to Danny.". (North County Times)
Aztec Men's Soccer Knocks Off Westmont College, 1-0, in Exhibition Aug 20, 2008
Junior Evan Toft scored the game-winner in SDSU's 1-0 exhibition win over Westmont College on Monday ... and calmly tucked the ball into the left corner to give the San Diego State men's soccer team a 1-0 victory over Westmont College in its first preseason game of the season Monday. (Goaztecs.com)
Kalaheo student earns Gertrude Smith Scholarship May 30, 2008
Nishihira plans to attend Westmont College, a Christian college in Santa Barbara, Calif. She said she looks forward to attending a small college because of smaller classes and closer interaction with professors. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Six Games Against NCAA Tournament Teams Highlights 2008 UCSB Women's Soccer Slate May 14, 2008
The Gauchos will debut on Aug. 16 when they host Westmont College in their only exhibition match of the season. UCSBGauchos. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
Room, board and barre for Ballet students May 14, 2008
Once owned as part of an off-campus, urban program for Westmont College, it's now in its fifth year as an official residence for dancers in the San Francisco Ballet School's trainee program, as well as advanced students. As any artist knows, the road to professional success isn't easy. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Bechill-Vargas wedding May 9, 2008
The bride graduated from Lexington Christian Academy in 2001 and Westmont College in 2005. She is employed at NuSil Technologies in Irvine, Texas. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Engagement: Mitchell/Cox May 3, 2008
He received a bachelor's degree in political science from Westmont College and is a student at University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento. Reader CommentsWe welcome comments from registered users of our Web site. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Gauchos Play Northridge on Tuesday, Face Cal Poly in Conference Showdown Apr 22, 2008
The Week That Was The Gauchos started the week in dramatic fashion, beating cross-town rival Westmont College, 25-3. In the win, UCSB banged out 29 hits, six of which were home runs. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
UCSB Steamrolls USC, 23-2 Apr 20, 2008
On Tuesday, UCSB scored a remarkable 26 runs against cross-town rival Westmont College. On the week, the Gauchos have scored an otherworldly 54 runs on 56 hits in three games. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
MVP Kittle repeats Apr 16, 2008
"I played on a summer team in Sacramento and traveled around the state playing in tournaments," said Kittle, who will attend Westmont College in Santa Barbara next fall. "I learned a lot over the summer and my shot got a lot better.". (Appeal Democrat, CA)
UCSB Drops Seesaw Battle 18-14 in Eleven Innings Apr 14, 2008
The Gauchos resume play Tuesday, April 16 against Westmont College at 2:00 p.m. at Caesar Uyesaka Stadium. UCSBGauchos. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
UCSB Squares Off Against No. 49 Long Beach State, Loyola Marymount, and UC Riverside Apr 2, 2008
The Gauchos did what they were supposed to in sweeping cross-town NAIA rival Westmont College, 9-0. The following day, UC Santa Barbara hosted No. 46 Boise State and fought hard, but were outlasted by the Broncos 5-2. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
Saints women hope to build on tourney success Mar 29, 2008
Carroll downed Westmont College, Calif. in the first round 61-59, then beat Harris-Stowe State, Mo. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Gauchos Look to Remain Hot at Home, Host Cal State Northridge to Open Big West Season Mar 28, 2008
On Tuesday, they defeated Westmont College by a 6-3 score. Last weekend, Santa Barbara took two out of three games from visiting St. Mary's. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
UCSB Blanks Westmont, 9-0 Mar 26, 2008
Marta Simic's win at No. 1 singles helped UCSB to a 9-0 win over its crosstown rival, Westmont College, on Tuesday. (Photo by Randy Lamb. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
Carroll women shine, men fall Mar 20, 2008
WESTMONT COLLEGE (21-9). Anderson 6-9 1-2 14, Stevens 6-14 3-7 15, Case 2-8 0-0 5, Heglund 3-6 2-2 8, Mooty 2-8 0-0 4, Reynolds 0-1 0-0 0, Chessum 1-3 0-0 2, Johnson 0-1 0-0 0, Blanco 5-8 1-1 11, Crawford 0-0 0-0 0. (Montana Standard, MT)
SDSU's Myles Davis Called Up to Canada U-23 Camp Mar 3, 2008
Over the 10-day stretch, Canada's U-23 team will play a pair of exhibitions, one against Westmont College on March 4 and another against Davis' former team UC Santa Barbara on March 7. Canada will compete in a round-robin tournament in Carson, Calif. (Goaztecs.com)
Siskiyou men excited for GVC play Jan 17, 2008
Chris Gonzales formerly of Westmont College dropped 40 points on the Eagles who continue to search for their first home victory of the season. Johnson paced Siskiyous with 19 points. (Mount Shasta News, CA)
No. 14 Men's Volleyball Set to Host Elephant Bar Restaurant Collegiate Invitational Jan 4, 2008
Prior to coming to UCSB, Preston coached at Cal Poly, Wright State (Dayton, Ohio), and Westmont College in Santa Barbara. In addition to his collegiate experience, Preston has spent extensive time on the international circuit, serving in both head and assistant coach capacities at the Olympics, World Championships, Pan American Games, and the World University Games. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
Ken Preston to Retire Following the 2008 Men's Volleyball Season Dec 31, 2007
He also spent two seasons as the interim head coach for the Westmont College women's volleyball team, guiding the Warriors to a fifth-place finish at the NAIA National Tournament in 1990. Westmont posted a 50-18 mark during Preston's tenure. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
Westmont College expansion plan gets favorable ruling from judge Dec 21, 2007
Plans for expanding Westmont College, which have been years in the making, got a favorable ruling from a Santa Barbara judge who rejected opponents' claims that environmental effects of that proposed construction have been understated. In a 50-page written decision, coupled with remarks from the bench Tuesday, Superior Court Judge Thomas Anderle ruled that the environmental impact report (EIR) for Westmont's Master Plan was thorough and accurate. (Lompoc Record, CA)
NNU topples Western men Dec 9, 2007
A 20-6 run to open the second half lifted The College of Idaho men's basketball team to a 79-67 victory over Westmont College in the final game of the Classic. The Wendy's Classic was able to make a donation of 10,432 to Boise's Wednesday's Child adoption program in a pre-game ceremony. (Montana Standard, MT)
Microsoft and Novell Celebrate Year of Interoperability, Expand Collaboration Agreement Nov 8, 2007
South Carolina Department of Probation, Pardon and Parole Services; Southwest Airlines Co.; Swiss Post; Synovus Financial Corp.; TDC Hosting; T-Systems Enterprise Services GmbH; Washington State Department of Information Services; Westmont College; and Zabka Polska S.A. "The Novell and Microsoft agreement provides Zabka Polska S.A. an interoperability solution incorporating the essential element of intellectual property assurances," said Maciej Klaskala, chief information officer for Zabka... (PR Newswire)
Women's Hoops Set For First Big West Season Nov 1, 2007
The tough-minded Commins had a career-high 14 points against Westmont College and added 11 points and five rebounds at UC Santa Barbara. Costello nearly quadrupled her freshman scoring average of 2. (Ucdavisaggies.com)
Strings that bind Nov 1, 2007
"Heidi and Gabby have different styles. Heidi has a great forehand and Gabby has a great backhand so it'll be explosive."Jackson just returned from a visit to The Master's College in Santa Clarita and will take a trip to Westmont College in Santa Barbara on Nov. 12. She also visited picturesque Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego in May, and is looking into Fresno Pacific, Fresno State and Concordia University. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Zags Embark On Final Road Trip Nov 1, 2007
The win streak included a pair of shutouts over Biola University, 2-0, and Westmont College, 5-0. The Roadrunners are led by Natalie Haigh who boasts a team-high 11 points - four goals and three assists. (Gozags.com)
The Bible and history of Israel shape a life Oct 29, 2007
Previous positions: Visiting professor, biblical and Near Eastern studies, University of Michigan, 1990-92; Professor, archaeology and literature of ancient Israel, Westmont College, 1992-97. Professional appointments: Director and principal investigator, Zeitah Excavations, Israel. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
SDSU remembers magic season Oct 5, 2007
Gerardo Jimenez transferred from Westmont College, an NAIA school, for his senior season. SDSU promptly lost two of its first four games by blowing late leads. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
North San Diego County School News Briefs: Teachers to be saluted Sep 26, 2007
They include: UC Davis, 10:45 a.m. Sept. 27; UC San Diego, 12:30 p.m. Sept. 27; Cal State Dominguez Hills, 12:30 p.m. Oct. 5; University of Puget Sound, 10:45 a.m. Oct. 10; University of the Pacific, 8:30 a.m. Oct. 11; Boston University, 7:45 a.m. Oct. 15; William-Jessup University, 11:15 a.m. Oct. 15; Cal Baptist University, 10:45 a.m. Oct. 16; Colorado State University, 12:30 p.m. Oct. 16; UC Santa Barbara, 8:30 a.m. Oct. 19; Whittier College, 9:45 a.m. Oct. 19, the University of Redlands, 11... (North County Times)
No. 1 UCSB Kicks Off Regular Season At Stanford Friday; Hosts Gonzaga In Sunday Matinee Aug 30, 2007
UCSB Continues its domination Against Westmont The defending national champions took the field in their only preseason tune-up of 2007 last Saturday and made it count, posting a 2-0 win over Westmont College in the 45th Annual Bryant Cup. After the Gauchos were presented with championship rings in a ceremony before kickoff, Santa Barbara went on to dominate the ball and out-shot their cross-town rivals 20-3, with 15 of their shots coming on frame. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
North San Diego County School News Briefs: New principal takes the helm Aug 29, 2007
Students receiving scholarships this year are: Lauren Dieckmann, attending UC San Diego; Megan Fitzmaurice, attending Westmont College in Santa Barbara; Rebekah Logan, attending UC Santa Barbara; Zakiya Shivji, attending Cal State Long Beach; Kevin Weaver, attending UC Irvine; and Natalie Young, attending University of the Arts, London, England. Twin Peaks defines its absence policy. (North County Times)
Stanford men's soccer hosts NCAA champs Aug 29, 2007
Santa Barbara tuned up for Friday's match with a 2-0 win over Westmont College in the finals of the 45th annual Bryant Cup last Saturday night. Prior to the match, the Gauchos were presented with their national championship rings. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Defending Champs Dominate In 2-0 Exhibition Win Over Westmont Aug 26, 2007
- Newcomer scored in the first half and senior forward found the net in the second as the top-ranked UC Santa Barbara men's soccer team continued its recent domination of Westmont College with a 2-0 victory in the 45th Annual Bryant Cup Saturday night at Harder Stadium. After the Gauchos were presented with their national championship rings prior to the start of the match, Santa Barbara went on to control the ball for the entire game and posted a seventh consecutive victory over the Warriors. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
W Basketball Aug 17, 2007
UC DAVIS, The Official Athletic Site. Melbourne Roos (exhibition). (Ucdavisaggies.com)
Pageant crowns San Diego woman Jul 1, 2007
"This being my first year in the pageant, this is just insane for me."Chaty, who earned a psychology degree from Westmont College in Santa Barbara, works for the Alzheimer's Association San Diego/Imperial Chapter. Originally from Ukiah in northern California, she competed as Miss North Coast. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Miss North Coast Is Now Miss California 2007 Jul 1, 2007
The 23-year-old Ukiah native holds a degree in psychology from Westmont College and plans to pursue a masters degree in the same field. Her platform was Alzheimer's advocacy and awareness. (CBS2.com, CA)
Golden opportunities Jun 9, 2007
"We were just trying to prove ourselves to ourselves."Lynn, who has worked since she turned 16, said she plans to pay for college herself and will attend Westmont College in Santa Barbara. Class speaker Amanda Sarabia said before the ceremony that despite this being a large class, it was a tight-knit group. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Former BHS basketball standout Dutton returns to area with band Jun 9, 2007
Dutton, a student and basketball player at Westmont College in Santa Barbara, Calif. has teamed up with some of his Westmont friends to form a musical group called 101 South that will be playing throughout Texas from June 7 - 23. (Boerne Star, TX)
Lodi High School awards for 2007 Jun 2, 2007
Keith CochranThe Record Pinnacle Awards, 100; Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship, 1,500 x 4 years; Westmont College, 11,000 x 4 years President's Scholarship. Sarah CostaGeneral Mills Challenge U, 2,500; San Joaquin Delta College, 1,551 x 2 years. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Lodi High's top graduates for 2007 Jun 2, 2007
College or job plans: Westmont College in Santa Barbara. Clubs and activities: Piano and guitar lessons, youth group activities such as playing keyboard for the worship team, traveling to Mexico for missions trips, Bible studies, spending time with friends, Lodi High On Fire Club. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Big week for Fritzke on and off the track May 31, 2007
Fritzke has signed a letter of intent to run for Westmont College, following in the footsteps of her older brother Austin, now competing for the Air Force Academy. A 4. (Mount Shasta News, CA)
Greenleaf students reflect on graduation May 28, 2007
Bermudez-Koch now plans to major in political science and international affairs at Westmont College, a private Christian school in Santa Barbara, Calif. Her uncle, John Kelly of Nampa, said he thought the graduation ceremony was moving, and enjoyed listening to her speech and her remarks on success. (Idaho Press-Tribune)
LHS Senior Awards announced May 19, 2007
She plans to attend Westmont College in Montecito. he Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Foundation Loan Award give out the great bulk of the scholarships, Ventura said. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Personnel Announcement May 17, 2007
Mr. Medefind received his bachelor's degree from Westmont College. The President has named Jason Thomas, of New York, to be Special Assistant to the President for Economic Policy in the National Economic Council. (White House News Releases)
Now it can be told! Carlsbad writer reveals secrets of celebrity gossip hounds in 'Tabloid Prodigy' May 13, 2007
Fresh out of Santa Barbara's Westmont College with a double major in English and communications, Kast also was hungry and ambitious when she answered an ad the Globe had posted for a writing job. At 200 a day, the money was good for a young writer, but not secure. (North County Times)
Forward Tom Garlepp Will Transfer Across Town to Westmont College May 9, 2007
After playing for two years at UCSB, forward Tom Garlepp will transfer to Westmont College where he will be eligible to play immediately ... - Forward , who spent the last two basketball seasons at UC Santa Barbara, will transfer across town to play his final two collegiate seasons at Westmont College, Gaucho head coach announced Tuesday. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
PUBLIC SQUARE Apr 29, 2007
Westmont College professor Warren Rogers has been appointed a fellow of the American Physical Society for his work to help students bring forth the nuclear physics research of students. The society honored the physics professor for "his vision and dedication to undergraduate education and his leadership" in creating the 2005 Conference Experience for Undergraduates, or CEU. Less than 1 percent of the society's members are named fellows each year, according to a Westmont announcement. (Santa Barbara News-Press)
Ram snares football offer from UNC Apr 18, 2007
Meanwhile, Brown was pitching in a relief role for the Rams baseball team and contemplating pursuing that sport at Westmont College, a four-year evangelical Christian college in Santa Barbara. "We sent North Carolina tapes on Terrence, but didn't tell him. Didn't want to get his hopes up," Caviglia said. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Gauchos Carry Three-Game Winning Streak into Tuesday Game Against Westmont Apr 17, 2007
The Schedule Game No. 34 Tuesday, April 17 - 2:00 p.m. (PDT) UCSB vs. Westmont College at UCSB's Caesar Uyesaka Stadium ... This Week UCSB will host crosstown opponent Westmont College on Tuesday. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
UWM's St. Clair Named Head Coach At California Baptist Mar 29, 2007
For St. Clair, the location is a familiar one, as she hails from California, where she played collegiately at Westmont College in Santa Barbara and later with the Silicon Valley Red Devils of the Women's Premier Soccer League. She was a four-time All-American at Westmont and led the Warriors to an 8-1-2 record in the NAIA Tournament and the 1999 NAIA National Championship. (Uwmpanthers.com)
