PG South: Dignon sets a record for Pitt softball team May 2, 2008
For the second consecutive week, Allegheny College senior thrower Liz Earley broke her own school record in the hammer throw, while competing against the top Division I throwers from throughout the country, at the 2008 Penn Relays hosted by the University of Pennsylvania. Earley, a Peters Township High School graduate, finished fifth in the event behind strictly Division I competition. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Blue Knights add big man Apr 22, 2008
The Blue Knights beat out Wabash Valley College, John A. Logan College, Allegheny College and Pensacola (Fla. Junior College for Prosser s services. (Olney Daily Mail, IL)
Obama goes on offensive Apr 14, 2008
"A lot of Pennsylvania Democrats have grown leery, or skeptical, that the rest of the Democratic Party understands their values and lives," said Daniel Shea, a political scientist at Allegheny College in Meadville. "It feeds the broader concern that the national Democratic Party is elitist. This is not a one-day story. It has legs." Even so, several county Democratic chairmen from rural areas, including Ed Kleha of Schuylkill County and John Vatavuk of Somerset County, said they had not heard of... (Philadelphia Inquirer)
Washington Sunday: Rockets launch season with flair Apr 13, 2008
750 through the team's first five games and will play baseball at Allegheny College next season. The starting second baseman last season, he bats third in the order. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG East: Penn-Trafford grad the man in charge at Marietta College Apr 3, 2008
After starting at quarterback for three seasons for Penn-Trafford, Filkovski eventually wound up at Allegheny College in Meadville. During his senior season in 1990, he led the Gators to the Division III national title. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Dr. Henry T. Nicholas, III Partners With Retired Judge and Episcopal Diocese to Open 'Academic Centers' for Underprivileged Students With $10 Million Commitment Mar 27, 2008
"I've seen first-hand what can be achieved when you give kids a leg-up with a safe, secure and enriching environment to supplement their core public education." Said the Rev. Canon Robert Edwards, priest of St. Margaret's Episcopal Church in San Juan Capistrano, "The Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles has an extensive history of offering educational opportunities for young people. This groundbreaking venture presents exciting options for the children of our communities." The staff of the Henry T.... (PR Newswire)
More of this story Mar 21, 2008
In addition to his head coaching duties at Southern and Central State, Grant has also been an assistant at Michigan, Cleveland State, Kentucky State, and Allegheny College. In nine seasons as a head coach, Grant is 152-125. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
PG South: Mt. Lebanon resident earns NCAC honor for Allegheny Mar 20, 2008
By the next year, he was back on the court, playing for Allegheny College. And in two seasons, this 6-foot-5, 235-pound forward has become arguably one of the best players for the Division III Gators. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Sunday North: Pine-Richland grad Loeffert dives into NCAA meet Mar 16, 2008
A Pine-Richland High School graduate, Loeffert is a senior at Allegheny College in Meadville, Pa ... He found Allegheny College, which has had nine divers earn 41 All-American honors over the years. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG North: Sewickley grad earns accolades at Allegheny College Mar 15, 2008
" By the next year, he was back on the court, playing for Allegheny College. And in two seasons, this 6-foot-5, 235-pound forward has become arguably one of the best players for the Division III Gators. Raftis was named to the All-North Coast Athletic Conference second team. He led Allegheny in points (12.9 per game) and topped both the team and the conference in rebounds (8.7). Raftis posted six double-doubles for Allegheny, which finished 12-15 this season, and he set a career-high by scoring... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Sunday North: La Roche team figures to improve on diamond Mar 9, 2008
They will be joined by right-hander Max Zingle, a 6-foot-7, 245-pound senior transfer from Pitt, and Anthony Cirocco, a 6-2 lefty from Community College of Allegheny College. In 7 innings for Pitt, Zingle had nine strikeouts, 10 walks and a 3. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Sharpless dealing with adversity Mar 7, 2008
High School in his younger days before making the transition to Allegheny College, where he again quickly made a name for himself. His climb up the Pirates' organizational ladder was much of the same, with confidence breeding success and promotions appropriately following. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Girls' Roundup: Hampton upended by Mercyhurst Prep in OT Mar 2, 2008
General McLane 56, Perry 36: Perry (16-11) saw its season come to an end with a loss to District 10 champion General McLane (23-5) at Allegheny College. DeShawn Carey led the Commodores with 13 points. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
SF Plans On Extending Environmental Education Feb 29, 2008
Among the appointees are Kate Murphy, Penn State Mont Alto; Jen Fisher, Hagerstown Community College; Barbara Zuchelli, Allegheny College of Maryland; parent representatives Sandy Crouse and Linda Schriever; counselor Karen Solomon; administrators Dr. Brett Gilliland and Kendra Trail; and board member Tim Mellott. Two additional community members who are not employed by the district will also be selected. (Fulton County News, PA)
Relief prospects seek redemption Feb 28, 2008
He spent much of this offseason working with Washington & Jefferson College coach Jeff Mountain, his former teammate at Allegheny College, and the results there with the fastball had him encouraged. "I just need to make sure I'm not falling behind hitters, 2-0," Sharpless said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Girls' PIAA Basketball Glance Feb 27, 2008
General McLane (22-5) vs. Blackhawk/Perry Traditional Academy winner, Allegheny College, Meadville, 7:30 p.m. ... Farrell (23-2) vs. Clarion (18-10), Allegheny College, Meadville, 6 p.m.. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
PIAA playoffs: Girls' games Feb 26, 2008
Western Region March 1 -- Selinsgrove (26-1) vs. Muhlenberg (21-8) at Shikellamy, 5:30 p.m.; Gettysburg (20-8) vs. Lewistown (21-5) at New Oxford, 3:30 p.m.; St. Marys (22-3) vs. Indiana (23-4) at Clarion University, 7 p.m.; West Mifflin (24-4) vs. Meadville (20-7) at New Castle, 4:30 p.m.; Hampton (26-2) vs. Mercyhurst Prep-Punxsutawney winner at North Allegheny, 4:30 p.m.; Westinghouse (22-4) vs. Chartiers Valley (20-7) at Allderdice, 5 p.m.; Bellefonte (20-6) vs. Ambridge (16-9) at Tyrone, 4... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Jacques nominated for judicial post Feb 21, 2008
CHICOPEE Elms College president to lead Allegheny James Mullen Jr., president of Elms College in Chicopee, will become the 21st president of Allegheny College in Meadville, Pa. on Aug. 1, officials have announced. (Boston Globe)
Allegheny College names new president to start Aug. 1 Feb 21, 2008
Allegheny College says James Mullen Jr. will become the school s 21st president on Aug. 1. The 49-year-old Mullen replaces Richard Cook who is leaving at the end of the 2007-08 academic year to spend more time with his family. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
ALLEGHENY NAMES NEW PRESIDENT Feb 20, 2008
James H. Mullen Jr. has been named the 21st president of Allegheny College ... James H. Mullen Jr. has been named the 21st president of Allegheny College ... To hold the presidency of Allegheny College is a rare privilege in American higher education, Mullen said. (Erie Times-News, PA)
PG South: McKeesport grad leads PS New Kensington to top of national rankings Feb 14, 2008
The Lions only losses have come against NCAA Division II Edinboro and Division III Allegheny College in Meadville, Pa. "This all started last year when we added a couple players at the break," said coach Ryan Shank, who grew up in McKeesport and played high school ball for Dan Pacella before going to Geneva College in Beaver Falls, Pa. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Obama, McCain sweep Feb 13, 2008
Maryland resident Meg Smariga, a part-time student at Allegheny College in Cumberland, Md. said she doesn't think yesterday's primaries will have much impact on which candidates receive their respective party's nomination. (Daily Collegian, PA)
PG East: Allegheny College leans on district twosome Feb 7, 2008
Two former district high school players are playing key roles for the Allegheny College women's basketball team this season. Hempfield Area High School graduate Brittany Bell and Greensburg Central Catholic grad Jill Gregory are both starters for the Gators. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Does your contribution count? Feb 5, 2008
Most presidential possibilities fall in the "follow" category, said Shea, a professor of political science at Allegheny College in Pennsylvania. "They've already established positions. They've already made the vote," he said. (Macomb Journal, IL)
A life of adventure, despite diabetes Feb 4, 2008
Upon his return, he attended Allegheny College and climbed mountains during summers. With a master's degree from Duquesne University and principal's certificate from the University of Pittsburgh, he worked with troubled youth. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
PG North: Three from area high schools boost Allegheny College team Jan 31, 2008
The Allegheny College men's basketball team is relying heavily on three graduates of PG North area high schools this season. Sewickley Academy graduate George Raftis, Mars Area graduate Charlie Jaicks and Shaler Area grad Craig Devinney are the top three scorers on the Allegheny College men's baskeball team ... North Allegheny High School graduate Stephanie Wolf ranks second in scoring on the Allegheny College women's basketball team with a 10. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Just try to understand delegate totals Jan 23, 2008
"Who's winning at this point?" said Daniel Shea, an Allegheny College political scientist and student of the nomination process. "It's difficult to say. Usually you get a bounce out of the early contests and that leads to continued victories and demoralized opponents. Fundraising dries up. Who wants to contribute to candidates on their way out? Media expectations build around a candidate and all the forces come together.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Meyersdale man looks to make changes Jan 16, 2008
The director of student services at Allegheny College of Maryland will run for the Democratic nomination for the 69th Legislative District ... The candidate said that through his position with Allegheny College of Maryland he has gained experience working with numerous government officials, including the leaders of both political parties. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Full Story » Jan 15, 2008
Amy Zader, a graduate from Allegheny College in Pennsylvania, joined the Peace Corps in 2001 because she wanted to translate textbook knowledge into firsthand experience. I had studied a lot about international development and the environment, but I hadn't actually studied abroad during college, Zader said, and I was just really wanting to go somewhere where there was a tension between development and the environment. (Boulder Colorado Daily, CO)
New Blues chief sets broad agenda Jan 4, 2008
Education: Allegheny College; master's in public administration, University at Albany, State University of New York. Family: Married, two adult children. (Sunspot.net -- Business)
Glogowski to take Simpson reins Dec 8, 2007
Before joining Coach Ed Meierkort's staff at USD, Glogowski was the defensive coordinator at Division III Allegheny College in Meadville, Pa. from 2001-03 and was also an assistant at Clarion (Pa. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Wilson signed for the party Dec 5, 2007
The pageant had been held on Mondays on the main stage, although the 2007 pageant was moved to Allegheny College because of bad weather. "Right now, kind of the sentiment of the fair board is to have another country act," Wagner said. (Erie Times-News, PA)
College Basketball: Messiah overcomes Scranton Nov 29, 2007
for the Salisbury Tournament against Allegheny College on Friday night. Local Sports. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Another view: Going green? Easy doesnt do it Nov 24, 2007
Maniates is a professor of political science and environmental science at Allegheny College in Meadville, Pa. (Nov. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Three guesses why he's Tré Rivers Nov 23, 2007
While a search on the Social Security Administration list for the name Pittsburgh or PNC Park came up empty, there are a few people walking around with locally inspired names: Schenley Kent, now living in Harrisburg, who was named for the park in Pittsburgh's East End; and Sylvia Venezia Kauffman, a sophomore at Allegheny College, whose name is a blending of three places her parents lived or visited: Pennsylvania, Tanzania and Venice. On Ms. Rosencranz and Ms. Satran's Web site, , and other... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Pa. college criticizes invitation-only political rallies Nov 20, 2007
The Soapbox Alliance started by professors at Allegheny College in Meadville, Pa ... The Crawford County GOP and Allegheny College Republicans, among others, hosted the event in the rented facility ... Vice President Cheney makes a campaign appearance at Allegheny College in Meadville, Pa. (USA Today)
Lee College chosen for Clinton Climate Initiative program Nov 16, 2007
" Over the next year, Lee College will work alongside the CCI as well as the leaders of National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO), The former Association of Physical Plant Administrators (APPA), National Association of Educational Progress (NAEP) and Society for College and University Planning (SCUP) to turn their proposals and contracts into turnkey models that other schools can emulate, regardless of their institutional expertise. CCI Partners are Energy... (Lake Houston Sun, TX)
Participating colleges Nov 5, 2007
Schools taking part in NSSE - USATODAY.com. Take the first step towards finding a better job. (USA Today)
PG South: Peters grad earns NCAC honor Nov 1, 2007
Murphy, a junior midfielder at Allegheny College, recorded the first individual two-goal game of the season for the Gators, posting a pair of scores in Allegheny's 3-1 victory at Oberlin ... Upper St. Clair graduate Chris Foster, a starter on the Allegheny College men's tennis team as a freshman, posted an 8-2 singles record during the fall season. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG North: North Hills grad Czerwein tops Division III list in sacks Nov 1, 2007
Seneca Valley graduate Andy Zipf, a four-year starter for the Allegheny College men's tennis team, posted a 5-2 record in singles for the Gators during the fall season. He also had a 6-3 record in doubles, teaming with Matt Chiricosta. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Reading series features Eggers, music Oct 26, 2007
His latest book, "What Is the What" is a hybrid novel-memoir about the life of Deng, a "Lost Boy" of war-ravaged Sudan who now studies at Allegheny College. Eggers wrote the book in Deng's voice. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Recording industry wants Allegheny College to ID downloaders Oct 20, 2007
The Recording Industry Association of America wants Allegheny College to identify two people the group says have been illegally downloading music over the Internet. In federal court documents filed Friday in Erie, the recording group and several record companies say two people downloading copyrighted music use Allegheny College as their Internet service provider. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Online revolution in higher education Oct 16, 2007
"Students over the years, I think, are losing a sense of tone," said David Miller, chairman of the English department at Allegheny College. "When you read text, one of the most important things you need to intuit is the tone of the writer's voice and the continuousness of things.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
PG North: Seneca Valley grad near volleyball marks Sep 27, 2007
Pine-Richland graduate Bobby Regan won the first individual title of his collegiate cross country career at the Allegheny College Cross Country Classic Saturday. Regan, a junior at Washington & Jefferson College, topped the 67-runner field in the 8K race with a time of 27:47. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Film Notes: 'Adventureland' adds Reynolds Sep 21, 2007
Roth, who graduated earlier this year and is attending Allegheny College, used a Styrofoam cup that survives the seasons and becomes a pollutant, to deliver his message. He won $1,000, a digital video camera and case, Pittsburgh Filmmakers' class, director's chair, Carnegie Science Center passes and Three Rivers Film Festival tickets. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Rock blanks Allegheny, 9-0, in season opener Sep 13, 2007
- The Rock rolled to a 9-0 win over visiting Allegheny College in season-opening action Wednesday. The Blackburn sisters, Kayla and Samantha, led The Rock effort as they recorded an 8-3 win in the No. 1 doubles match and then chalked up 6-3, 6-0 and 6-1, 6-1 wins in the No. 1 and No. 3 singles matches, respectively. (Rockathletics.com)
Greensburg native named park operations manager Sep 12, 2007
He received his bachelor s degree in environmental studies from Allegheny College in Meadville and his master s degree in park and resources management from Slippery Rock University. Mumau s first job in parks was as a backcountry ranger for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in southwestern Alaska. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Sports briefs Sep 5, 2007
Jennifer Reimer, the winningest women's coach in Allegheny College history, has resigned to take a similar job at Case Western Reserve. She leaves the Meadville, Pa. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Dateline Pittsburgh Sep 3, 2007
The Community College of Allegheny College Educational Foundation appointed for three years to its board: Linda A. Dickerson, chief executive officer, The National Aviary; Norman G. Fornella, chief financial officer, Dick Corp.; Allysn G. Hurley, director of marketing and business development, Eckert Seamans; and Stephen A. Rozman, president, Dean Freight Carriers Inc. William R. Robinson, vice-chair of the CCAC board, will join the Educational Foundation's board as a representative of the... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Back to school: Reading the classics Aug 31, 2007
"There is no literary Grail," said Ben Slote, an associate professor of English at Allegheny College. "There is an issue of cultural literacy, or what it takes to be part of mainstream America. But exactly what that means is up for grabs.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Should Parents View School Security Tapes? Aug 30, 2007
The district will be receiving a Dual-Enrollment Grant for 2007-08 in the amount of $17,860 for high school students participating in college courses offered by Penn State Mont Alto Campus and Allegheny College of Maryland. The grant, according to reports, represents a significant or sizeable amount as many high schools only received half the grant monies. (Fulton County News, PA)
UMass Taps Tom Cole As Interim Chancellor Aug 25, 2007
West Virginia State College, the University of Charleston, Allegheny College and Wiley College have awarded him honorary doctorate degrees. In addition to his other academic positions, Cole served as provost and vice president for academic affairs, chair of the Chemistry Department and Fuller E. Callaway Professor of Chemistry at Atlanta University. (Atlanta Daily World, GA)
Two years after Katrina, stricken small businesses are still rebuilding Aug 23, 2007
He recalled that a group of students from Allegheny College they were bright-eyed and full of generosity also came to help. The first thing to be done was kill the mold, a process that took weeks. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Queen crowned Aug 21, 2007
But you wouldn't have known it Monday night, when Allegheny College's Shafer Auditorium erupted in thunderous applause as Rice jumped around the stage to the junglelike rhythm of "Endangered Species." ... The pageant, a fixture in Crawford County since 1955, suffered through a last-minute location change Monday when organizers decided to move it from the Crawford County Fairgrounds to Allegheny College because of the cool, rainy weather. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Fred Thompson set for 2008 Iowa test-run... Aug 17, 2007
Still, Thompson remains well placed, said Dan Shea, professor of politics at Allegheny College. "I think it was rather strategic ... on the Republican side I think that a lot of voters and potential contributors have been only moderately pleased with the field.". (The Drudge Report)
PG SOUTH: USC grad gets his kicks at Allegheny Aug 16, 2007
Now entering his fourth season kicking for Allegheny College, Whiteside is finding it a lot easier to get noticed. He has been named to the preseason All-American team and Lindy's Football Magazine Division III preseason first team. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
'Bloodshot' | 'Last Breath' Aug 12, 2007
is not on Interstate 70, nor is it the home of Allegheny College. The Pennsylvania Turnpike runs east to west and is not the best route to Sewickley. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Pennsylvania Amateur: Hofmann looks like he belongs Aug 1, 2007
At 4-under 136, he is tied with Smith, 29, a Ross resident and Brookville native who was the 2003 U.S. Mid-Amateur champion, starred at Allegheny College and played in the 2004 Masters. Hofmann and Smith, who eagled his first hole en route to a 69 yesterday, are one shot ahead of Waynesburg native and Penn State golfer Robert Rohanna, who fired a 67 in his second round in the morning before the putting surfaces hardened and temperatures rose. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Personnel Announcement Jul 31, 2007
Major General Smolen received his bachelor's degree from Allegheny College. He received his master's degrees from the University of Oklahoma and Auburn University. (White House News Releases)
PG East: Shaky game leads to another as Kiski Palomino exits field Jul 26, 2007
Pereslucha received nearly a full academic scholarship to Allegheny College and picked up a changeup during his freshman campaign, where he was named co-rookie of the year for the team. Jankowski made him a player/coach. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Local Runners Turn Out in Force for 22nd Annual Perkins Race Jul 25, 2007
Place was a perennial all-star runner at Elk Lake High School before heading off to Allegheny College to continue his distance career. Just last fall, Ryan attained All-American status by finishing sixth overall at the NCAA Division III cross country championships. (Honesdale Wayne Independent, PA)
Full Story from Daily Collegian Jul 14, 2007
D. in psychology, said stories like that of Chuck Mahoney, an Allegheny College student who committed suicide in 2003, might have been avoided with this bill. Mahoney's fraternity brothers warned administrators he had stopped taking his medication and might commit suicide. (U-Wire.com)
'All of a Sudden, the Back Windshield Exploded' Jul 10, 2007
The wrecking ball, about 3 feet across, was being used to demolish part of a library at Allegheny College when the cable snapped, police said ... "All of a sudden, the back windshield exploded and I hit the car in front of me," said Habay, 20, a junior at Allegheny College. (Fox News)
Runaway ball wrecks car Jul 10, 2007
The incident in Meadville, Pennsylvania yesterday saw the huge ball fly off a crane on the campus of Allegheny College and roll down North Main Street like a monster pinball. It came to a crunching stop after slamming into the back of a Ford Taurus. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Wrecking ball rampage in Meadville injures three Jul 10, 2007
Three people were injured and 12 cars damaged this morning when a 1,500-pound wrecking ball snapped loose from a crane's cable on the campus of Allegheny College and rolled through downtown Meadville, Crawford County. The wrecking ball, about 3 feet in diameter, was suspended from a crane that was demolishing part of the college's Pelletier Library. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
