Report on IHL due out today Oct 16, 2008
But in recent weeks, Watson, U.S. Department of Agriculture Undersecretary Mark Keenum and Wichita State University Provost Gary Miller have been mentioned as the board's top three candidates. "This process has had problems keeping what's supposed to be secret a secret," Faculty Senate President David Nagel said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Pressure cited amid MSU's hunt for a leader Oct 15, 2008
The Daily Journal also confirmed the finalists to be Watson, Keenum and Dr. Gary Miller, the top academic official at Wichita State University and former chairman of the Biology Department at Ole Miss. They all have MSU degrees. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Search for MSU leader 'on track' Oct 11, 2008
Secret processAlthough the current search is a traditionally secret process, the Daily Journal has reported the finalists are believed to be Watson, U.S. Department of Agriculture leader Dr. Mark Keenum, 47, and Wichita State University Provost Dr. Gary Miller, believed to be in his mid-50s ... And although Miller has declined to comment, Wichita State University President Don Beggs did not deny it to the Wichita Eagle newspaper nearly two weeks ago after a Daily Journal report about MSU... (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Sheriff's Office says race plays no role in who gets pulled over Oct 5, 2008
Brian Withrow, an associate professor of criminal justice at Wichita State University, said racial profiling is very difficult to prove. States have thousands of traffic laws on the books, so police can almost always find a reason to stop someone. (AZCentral -- News)
Men's Basketball Announces Another Demanding Slate For 2009 Oct 3, 2008
Other teams in the eight-team field are the University of Tennessee, Siena College, Wichita State University and Georgetown University, those four teams in the bracket opposite the Bulldogs. Tennessee advanced to the NCAA Regional semifinals last season and played the Bulldogs in the Battle in Seattle. (Gozags.com)
S.C. State announces the induction of Coach Willie Jeffries to the National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame Sep 19, 2008
Jeffries, an SC State alumnus, made history when he became the first African American head football coach at a Division I School, Wichita State University. He earned his bachelor s degree in Civil Engineering and a master s degree in Guidance and Counseling from SC State. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Study shows Wichita housing market an 'island of calm' Sep 18, 2008
File photo Stan Longhofer, director of the Wichita State University Center for Real Estate, is author of the 2008 Wichita Housing Market Forecast. Related News. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Men and women's basketball teams release schedule Sep 16, 2008
The Kangaroos will then try to make it two in a row Nov. 19 over the Wichita State University (WSU) Shockers in Wichita, Kan. Last year's 59-56 win at Municipal Auditorium was UMKC's first over this Missouri Valley Conference team since 1996. (University News, MO)
Delta tackles baggage service Sep 13, 2008
Baggage handling is a factor that passengers use to judge whether or not airlines fulfilled their promise, said Dean Headley, co-author of the Airline Quality Rating and associate professor of marketing at Wichita State University. Airlines have upped the ante on the performance because now they re charging people to check bags. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
WWU's Schneider among nominees for 2008 NCAA Woman of the Year award Sep 10, 2008
Missouri Valley Conference Sara Lungren Wichita State University (Division I) Volleyball. Mountain West Conference Chelsea Goodman Brigham Young University (Division I) Volleyball. (Wwuvikings.com)
UMKC falls to Wichita State Sep 9, 2008
UMKC volleyball played their first home game of the season against Wichita State University (WSU) in front of the third largest crowd in UMKC volleyball history. Tuesday night the Roos faced the Shockers, who are ranked 22nd in the nation, in a three game match. (University News, MO)
All business: Hensler ready to lead at WSU Sep 4, 2008
JOSH HECK / WBJ Doug Hensler, new dean of Wichita State University s school of business. Doug Hensler learned early in life that if he wanted something he would have to work for it. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Buccaneers win ‘Battle of the Champions’ -- Blinn expected to be No. 1 in next national rankings Aug 30, 2008
WICHITA, KAN. The Blinn Buccaneers came from behind to knock off top-ranked Butler County 23-20 Thursday night at Wichita State University on the strength of the Bucs defense, which allowed only 19 yards rushing on 35 carries. Last week, sophomore linebacker Prentice Joseph said the Bucs would allow less than 100 yards rushing per game. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Blinn Buccaneers will begin season with “champion” level challenge Aug 28, 2008
The game will be played in the 24,000-seat Cessna Stadium on the Wichita State University campus. The highly-anticipated contest features the only two programs to ever win back-to-back NJCAA national championships: Blinn in 1995 and 1996, and Butler in 1998 and 1999. (Madisonville Meteor, TX)
Bucs set to play in ‘Battle of Champions’ Thursday Aug 28, 2008
The Bucs head to Wichita State University to play Butler at 7 p.m. Thursday. The game will be broadcast on KWHI 1280-AM.. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Mason Short resigns Rapid City Regional Airport board Aug 27, 2008
Short has a bachelor s degree in aviation management from Wichita State University and is a licensed commercial pilot and ground instructor. Hanks said the executive director serves the airport board, and the board will conduct the search for a replacement with the support of the city s human resources department. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Mooning Costs Debate Coach His Job Aug 26, 2008
Hays High School senior 's friends were just a hallway's length away from Shanahan's outburst at Wichita State University earlier this year. He got a text message detailing the debate just moments after it happened. (NBC 11, CA)
University in Kansas fires debate coach over mooning incident ... Aug 23, 2008
The argument between Fort Hays State debate coach William Shanahan and another coach following a tournament match at Cross Examination Debate Association event at Wichita State University in March received nationwide attention after it was posted on YouTube on Aug. 2. Shanahan told The Associated Press in a telephone interview on Friday that while his reasoning might seem convoluted, he argued with the other coach because he respected her and her opinions. (amNewYork)
Great Salt Plains Health Center, Inc. purchases Alfalfa County Hospital building Aug 20, 2008
He graduated from Wichita State University in 2003 and has 5 years experience in Family Practice and Emergency Medicine. Doug proudly served his country in Operation Desert Storm as a medic. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Bucs pledge to shut down opponents Aug 19, 2008
The Bucs play Butler in their season opener at Wichita State University on Aug. 28 at 7 p.m.. This is an on-line publication of The Brenham Banner-Press P.O. Box 585 Brenham, TX 77834-0585 (979) 836-7956 For comments or questions, email. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Buccaneers begin workouts Aug 13, 2008
The second-ranked Bucs will open the season in what is being billed as the Battle of Champions against defending national champion Butler County Community College on Aug. 28 at Wichita State University. Bus seats with the team and hotel accommodations are still available by calling Franchione at 979-337-6704. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Stoker commits to Missouri State Aug 10, 2008
The University of Kansas, Kansas State University, Wichita State University, the University of Saint Louis and Central Missouri State University were others school Stoker considered. This season Stoker helped the Cyclones baseball team win a fifth consecutive 4A state championship. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Economists: Housing Declines to Remain Small Aug 5, 2008
These economists, including professors from Columbia University and from the Center for Real Estate at Wichita State University in Kansas, discount more drastic figures from the Standard & Poor's/Case-Shiller housing price index. They say this index is faulty because it doesn t include data from 13 states and offers only partial coverage of 29 others, making its results an inaccurate reflection of middle-market homeownership. (Realtor Magazine Online)
In the water, they're ageless Aug 5, 2008
"The impact on weight-bearing joints such as the ankle, knee, and hip are much less with swimming as compared to a weight-bearing sport such as running," said Michael E. Rogers, research director of the Center for Physical Activity and Aging at Wichita State University in Kansas. That's why someone like 83-year-old Esther Pelletier is still competing after all these years. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Agathos School opens Monday at new location Aug 4, 2008
She holds a master of arts in supervision and administration from Wichita State University and a bachelor of science in elementary education from Eastern Nazarene College. She also attended the Principal s Center Institute at Harvard University. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Social Scene Aug 1, 2008
She graduated in 2004 from Faith Academy High School in the Philippines and is currently a senior at Wichita State University majoring in international business. She is currently employed by the YMCA. Andy Kleinsasser is the son of Glenn and Sharon Kleinsasser of North Mankato. (Mt. Lake Observer/Advocate, MN)
Buccaneers ranked second in pre-season poll Jul 30, 2008
And it will start the 2008 campaign with a bang, matching up against the preseason No. 1, Butler County Community College on Aug. 28 at Wichita State University s 24,000-seat stadium. The rankings, released by the NJCAA on Monday in conjunction with , serve to confirm the hype Butler County has placed upon the season debut for both teams, dubbing the contest the Battle of the Champions. (Brenham Banner, TX)
RICHARD A. COOVER, 72, Jul 30, 2008
He graduated from Wichita State University in 1957 and was in the Naval Reserve for eight years. Dick s college degree in Marketing was an asset when working for Cities Service, the Wichita office of BC/BS of Kansas and as VP of Marketing for Security Benefit Life in Topeka, Kan. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Bulldogs-Cowboys In Thanksgiving Day Finale Jul 30, 2008
Wichita State University will meet Georgetown University at 11 a.m. Pacific Time and the University of Maryland will battle Michigan State University at 4 p.m. Pacific Time. All four Thanksgiving Day games will be televised on ESPN2. (Gozags.com)
M/Sgt. Albert E. Hinz Jul 28, 2008
He graduated from high school in Cibolo, and took some college credits at Wichita State University in Wichita, Kan. He was a veteran of World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War and retired as an M/Sgt. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Last hurrah: Analyst predicts Wichita economy thrives after short slowdown Jul 28, 2008
Harrah ends her 21-year association with Wichita State University today. She leaves to head the and Development at near Cincinnati. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
York teacher hired as Eliot Elementary principal Jul 26, 2008
Goering received her bachelor of arts degree from Wichita State University in Kansas in 1978, and a masters degree inn special education from Beaver College (Glenside, Pa. in 1982. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
HEALTH BLOG: Mental health news and notes Jul 23, 2008
Mental health - Better Life - USATODAY.com. Study: Viagra might help some women. (USA Today -- Money)
Michael Palmer, artistic director of the Quartz Mountain Music Festival, is considered one of the nations finest conductors. Jul 21, 2008
He joined the faculty of Wichita State University in 1999 as orchestral conductor, then returned to Atlanta in 2004. Over the course of his career, Michael Palmer has made appearances as guest conductor with numerous United States orchestras, as well as orchestras in Austria, Poland, Greece and China. (Altus Times, OK)
McCarthy pleased with Pirates’ additions Jul 18, 2008
Last year, key players such as Japhet McNeil and Tom Hammonds transferred out of East Carolina, while this year, the Pirates will prepare for the 2008-09 season without their front court duo of John Fields (UNC-Wilmington) and Gabe Blair (Wichita State University). The loss of their two best post players is devastating to the Pirates, who, after beating N.C. State and George Mason last year, appeared to be making some progress. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Women's Basketball named to WBCA Academic Honor Roll for second-straight season Jul 16, 2008
308) 23 Wichita State University - Jane Albright (3. 289) 24 Valparaiso University - Keith Freeman (3. (Siusalukis.com)
Women's Basketball Named WBCA Academic Top 25 Jul 16, 2008
Wichita State University. Jane Albright. (Uncbears.com)
Waterloo Schools leadership positions announced Jul 15, 2008
She also holds a Specialist in Education and Master of Education degree from Wichita State University and Bachelor of Science degree from Kansas State University. Both positions are effective for the 2008-09 school year. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Bruce Conner, 74, beat artist and filmmaker Jul 13, 2008
After first attending Wichita University (now Wichita State University), he graduated from the University of Nebraska in 1956 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. He continued his art studies on scholarship at the Brooklyn Museum Art School and had his first solo exhibition, of paintings, at the Rienzi Gallery in New York in 1956. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Wichita sports commission announces awards finalists Jun 14, 2008
P.J. Couisnard, Wichita State University. Blake Henry. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
2008-2009 Men's Basketball Non-Con Schedule Jun 13, 2008
Wednesday Dec. 3 Wichita State University. Saturday Dec. 13 at Lamar. (RaiderPower.com)
South Barber Hires Band Instructor Jun 12, 2008
He taught at Haviland and is a teaching assistant at Wichita State University, Superintendent Bob Hightree told the board. His wife will still teach at Oxford next year. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
WSU's new dean Jun 10, 2008
COURTESY PHOTO New Wichita State University W. Frank Barton School of Business Dean, Doug Hensler. Related News. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Tigers stock up on pitching during Draft Jun 7, 2008
Meanwhile, the Tigers picked up Wichita State University center fielder Andy Dirks, who is hitting. 399 this season, in the eighth round, and University of Northern Iowa shortstop Brandon Douglas, Missouri Valley Conference Player of the Year and Second Team All-America, with their 11th-round selection. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
A's select Miami's Weeks with top pick Jun 6, 2008
After taking what one scout called the potential "steal of the Draft" in right-hander Tyson Ross (second round, No. 58 overall), a 6-foot-6, 220-pound junior out of nearby University of California who played his prep ball at Oakland's Bishop O'Dowd, Oakland tabbed catcher Preston "Petey" Paramore (third round, No. 90), a switch-hitting junior at of Arizona State; left-handed pitcher Anthony Capra (fourth round, No. 124), a junior starter at Wichita State University; shortstop Jason Christian... (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Business briefs Jun 4, 2008
Hensler's new job will be dean of the W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University in Kansas, Fresno State officials said. Hensler, who became dean of the Craig School three years ago, will leave his Fresno position June 16. (Fresno Bee)
Brown puts his stamp on Kangaroo basketball Jun 3, 2008
" Couisnard, whose brother P.J. Couisnard starred at Wichita State University, brings his 6'6" frame to Kansas City. He must sit out the 2008-09 season before regaining his eligibility. (University News, MO)
Poole returning to McNeese State as new head coach May 28, 2008
The other four included current McNeese assistant coach Sara Vogt, North Carolina-Pembroke head coach Steve Johnson, Marshall University first assistant coach Shane Winkler and Wichita State University first assistant Chris Kuhlmeyer. I'm excited about the opportunity to come back to start rebuilding a program that I once was a part of, Poole said. (Leesville Daily Leader, LA)
Baseball run-ruled by top-seeded Wichita State, 12-0 May 23, 2008
- Seven Shockers had multiple-hits and lefthander Rob Musgrave tossed a five-hit shutout to lead top-seeded Wichita State University (42-15) to a 12-0 victory over fifth-seeded Southern Illinois (33-22) earlier tonight in the quarterfinals of the State Farm Missouri Valley Conference Tournament. The game was limited to seven innings due to the league's run rule. (Siusalukis.com)
Transfer of Wealth potential is $2.8 million, research shows May 13, 2008
The Transfer of Wealth study was commissioned by the Kansas Health Foundation and conducted by the Center for Economic Development and Business Research at Wichita State University. Future intergenerational wealth transfer for each county in Kansas was estimated based on a model initially created by Boston College. (Abilene Recorder Chronicle)
Not-so-friendly skies May 8, 2008
The Airline Quality Rating Survey, conducted each year since 1991, is not one of those surveys that can be considered suspect because of where its figures are massaged: The research is sponsored by the Aviation Institute at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and Wichita State University. In 2007, according to an Associated Press report on the survey, on-time arrivals dropped for the fifth consecutive year. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Wichita State Foundation to receive second largest gift May 3, 2008
The Wichita State University Foundation will make the announcement at 1:30 p.m. Monday in 137 Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex, 29th Street and Oliver. The nonprofit foundation is the official fund-raising and fund-management organization for Wichita State University. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Gonzaga In Strong Old Spice Classic Field May 2, 2008
The Bulldogs will be joined by Georgetown University, the University of Maryland, Michigan State University, Oklahoma State University, the University of Tennessee, Wichita State University and Siena College. Gonzaga, Michigan State, Tennessee, Siena and Georgetown competed in the recently-completed NCAA Tournament, while Maryland and Oklahoma State participated in the National Invitational Tournament. (Gozags.com)
Airline travelers' frustration is soaring to new heights Apr 23, 2008
"In the airline industry, the passenger is left holding the bag," said Dean Headley, a Wichita State University associate professor of marketing and coauthor of a recent report critical of the airlines. Headley speaks from personal experience. (Boston Globe)
WSU Earth Day panel includes Kansas lt. governor Apr 23, 2008
Kansas Lt. Gov. Mark Parkinson will participate in an Earth Day panel discussion Tuesday night at Wichita State University. The event is free to the public. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Three compete for Duncan's District 6 seat Apr 23, 2008
Family: Husband, Dr. Reddi Sudhakar; three daughters, Lily, Natasha and JulietWeb site: Matt WhiteAge: 37Occupation: Realtor and sales representativePolitical experience: None Education: Bachelor's degree, exercise science, California State University, Fresno; master's degree, sports administration, Wichita State University. Family: Wife, Kim; two sons, Matthew Jr. and Brody; one daughter, Keaton. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Former Prattan to lead 'American Mass' Apr 22, 2008
He has a master's degree in music education from Wichita State University but his initial interest in music came from talented people in Pratt, Chastain said. "My foundation come from my music experience in Pratt," Chastain said. (Pratt Tribune, KS)
Justice for Air Travelers? Apr 22, 2008
Last year, complaints about everything from mishandled baggage to severely delayed flights hit an all-time high, according to the 18th annual Airline Quality Rating study conducted by the University of Nebraska at Omaha and Wichita State University. Rapidly rising fuel prices and the Federal Aviation Administration's maintenance crackdown has only exacerbated the situation, prompting several low-cost carriers to shutter their operations while the rest scramble to make repairs amid widespread. (SmartMoney)
SIU baseball shortgamed by Wichita State Apr 19, 2008
Lefthander Rob Musgrave allowed just four hits and struck out seven batters Friday in a seven-inning shutout to lead No. 5 Wichita State University to a 10-0 win over Southern Illinois University in front of a crowd of 5,628 at Eck Stadium. WSU, which torched Saluki starting righthander Cody Adams for nine runs and seven hits in three innings, disposed of SIU in less than two hours due to the Missouri Valley Conference's 10-run rule. (Marion Daily Republican, IL)
Andover school support group names new leader Apr 19, 2008
Klaassen, a 1995 Andover High School graduate and 1999 Wichita State University graduate, has 10 years fundraising experience, working with the and the. Since 1996, Andover Advantage has funded more than 400 academic grants and district-wide special projects. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Meents Named Finalist for Lowe's Senior CLASS Award Apr 19, 2008
The 2008 finalists are: Jason Buursma, Bucknell University; Eitan Barbalat, Bradley University; Jarod Freeman, University of Oklahoma; Ryan Hastings, University of Illinois, Charlie Mellies, Wake Forest University; , U.S. Air Force Academy; Rob Musgrave, Wichita State University; Brett Scott, Kansas State University; Cole St. Clair, Rice University; and Tyler Stovall, Central Michigan University. These ten names will be placed on the Lowe's Senior CLASS Award baseball ballot for a nationwide... (Themwc.com)
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In 2007, Carolyn Wise was preparing to graduate from Wichita State University and hoping to set out on a career. Her sister Jennifer was busy planning a wedding with her fianc/, Adrian. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Credit unions to raise funds for WSU bowling Apr 15, 2008
Four of Wichita's largest credit unions are sponsoring a bowling shoot-out Tuesday to benefit the Wichita State University bowling program. The credit unions -- , , and -- will donate up to $10,000 to the bowling scholarship fund through the event. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Congress seeks to ease national shortage of doctors Apr 14, 2008
Wichita, Kansas, endocrinologist Richard Guthrie, 72, shown here working with Wichita State University physician's assistant student Stacy Fagan. . (Anchorage Daily News)
Failure for carriers indicates just how tough times are for airlines Apr 8, 2008
Passenger gripes rose 60 percent last year compared to 2006, according to the annual Airline Quality Ratings study that was released yesterday by researchers at the Wichita State University and University of Nebraska at Omaha's Aviation Institute. The analysis of the 16 largest US airlines also showed they mishandled more bags, denied boarding to more passengers, and landed more flights late in 2007 - earning the industry its lowest score since the ratings started 18 years ago. (Boston Globe)
