Strong pitching can't rescue Bears Jul 13, 2007
Danny Thomason - who graduated from St. Mary's High School in 2006 and was redshirted this past year by Benedictine College in Atchison, Kan. - allowed only seven hits in the second game. (The Examiner)
Sheedy moves into North & South semifinals Jul 7, 2007
JAVELIN SUCCESS: Greensboro's Bre'Anna Ward placed seventh in the javelin at the USA Outdoor Track Championship at Benedictine College in Lisle, Ill. with a throw of 86. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
ROTC commanders training future leaders Jun 26, 2007
The Pony Express Battalion includes ROTC cadets from Alpha Company at MWSU; Bravo Company at North Western Missouri State; Charlie Company at University of Missouri at Kansas City; and Delta Company at Benedictine College. Park University, Rockhurst University and William Jewell College ROTC programs work through Charlie Company at UMKC.. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Boys all-stars take court tonight Jun 23, 2007
Michael Olberding, Falls City Sacred Heart, son of Mike and Lisa Olberding, plans to attend Benedictine College and major in athletic training. His high school coach was Doug Goltz. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
All-star volleyball squads to battle Friday Jun 22, 2007
Liz Bieker, Falls City Sacred Heart, daughter of Kent and Sue Bieker, plans to attend Benedictine College and major in pre-physical therapy. Her high school coach was Lori Harring. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Librarians retire, leaving void at KCKCC library Jun 22, 2007
My younger brother, Michael, was a librarian and he told me what a wonderful profession it could be, said Fenlon, who started as a part-time librarian in the Leavenworth school district and then went full-time at Benedictine College in Atchison from 1980-88 when she joined the Johnson County Public Library. In September of 1989, she came to KCKCC which not only got her closer to her home in Leavenworth but got her back into the area of academic libraries. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
'07 commencement speech highlights Jun 13, 2007
" -- Lou Holtz, Benedictine College "I never gave up; if I'd given up, I'd never be at Shea Stadium. If I'd listened to critics along the way, who knows where I'd have wound up. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Scholarships, awards given to McDonell Central senior class members Jun 3, 2007
Joseph Brick, Brittany Feldhake and Therese Wild earned Benedictine College scholarships. Julie Rohrman earned a Franciscan University scholarship. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Former Pioneers coach takes over as interim AD at Rockhurst Univ. May 26, 2007
In 1996, she earned her master's degree in educational administration from Benedictine College. A search committee will be appointed to assist in the identification of candidates qualified to become the next athletics director. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Roosevelt Elementary to miss principal Klenda, clerk Rempe May 25, 2007
Kylie is an admissions counselor at Benedictine College, Atchison ... The Klendas have a son, Kasey, who attends Benedictine College on a soccer scholarship. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
61 Scotus Central Catholic graduates begin new journey May 22, 2007
The 18-year-old daughter of Charlie and Sue Wozny said she knows she is taking a leap of faith by going to a Benedictine College in Atchison, Kan. a school and a place where she does not know anyone. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Religious groups reap share of federal aid May 14, 2007
You can see how very serious moral conflicts could arise. " The Rev. Richard Cizik, vice president for governmental affairs at the National Association of Evangelicals, said while religious organizations should be able to compete for federal money, such groups "shouldn't do that through earmarks. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Religious groups hiring lobbyists to get earmarks May 13, 2007
Saint Vincent College, a small Benedictine college southeast of Pittsburgh, wanted to realign a two-lane state road serving the campus. But the state transportation department did not have the money. (Boston Globe)
Bush commencement address draws war protests May 12, 2007
Some at Benedictine college questioned choice of Bush as speaker President was welcomed warmly in school gymnasium, where he spoke Bush didn't mention war but spoke of service like teaching or the military Invitation to speak came from college's president, a former top Bush adviser Adjust font size. LATROBE, Pennsylvania (AP) -- Debate may be raging in Washington over whether the Iraq war should end. (CNN)
FATHER JONATHAN May 11, 2007
But he hungers for more and is actually thinking of transferring to Benedictine College in Kansas (my college of choice for him). Now, the only reason a 19-year-old kid would want to move from Hawaii to Kansas is either for a girl (he doesn t know anyone there) or for that hunger that you describe. (Fox News -- Views)
President Bush's invitation stirs dissent May 11, 2007
St. Vincent College, near Pittsburgh, has about 1,660 students and was founded in 1846, the first Benedictine college in the United States. It's on the edge of Latrobe, the hometown of golfer Arnold Palmer and late children's television host Fred Rogers. (Los Angeles Times)
Beatrice Educational Foundation presents scholarships Apr 25, 2007
Hasenkamp, daughter of Terry and Venita Hasenkamp, is planning to attend Benedictine College, majoring in secondary English education. Sorensen, daughter of Jay and Stephanie Sorensen, is planning to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in pharmacy. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Students unite for research forum Apr 21, 2007
The display was part of a Science and Math Undergraduate Research Forum, which included participants from Saint Mary and Benedictine College. They normally attend different schools, but students from the University of Saint Mary and Benedictine College came together Thursday to share knowledge about math and science ... About 20 students and faculty from Benedictine College, Atchison, came to Saint Mary s Leavenworth campus for the event. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Football drought nullified Apr 13, 2007
Antonio Lolesio, defensive end: At 6-foot, 260 pounds, the Dimond High and Benedictine College grad is not tall, but his quickness will make him a speed rusher who can play both offensive and defensive line. "He's gonna surprise anybody who takes him lightly," said defensive line coach Hans Deemer. (Anchorage Daily News)
Aggies volleyball team improves Mar 22, 2007
SOFTBALL SIGNING -- Foothill softball standout Shantel Straily has signed to play for Benedictine College, an NAIA school in Atchison, Kan. Straily is a two-time All-Sunrise pick. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Sports)
Area filmmakers will showcase their talents Mar 14, 2007
To help with marketing the video, Pike has enlisted the help of a marketing class at Benedictine College in Atchison. Pike said the students are excited about the challenge. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
KCK Sister of Charity attends World Social Forum in Africa Mar 7, 2007
The sisters heard presentations by three women who have been recipients of the Nobel Peace Prize, including Wangari Maathai, alumna of Mount St. Scholastica College (now Benedictine College, Atchison, Kan. . (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Top-seeded Lady Rams upset by ACCHS Mar 5, 2007
ACCHS defeated the Lady Rams in the sub-KSHSAA final at Benedictine College ... Atchison County Community High School defeated the Lady Rams 55-50 in the sub-KSHSAA Class 3A championship game at Benedictine College. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
PREP REPORTS: Panthers fend off feisty Pleasant Ridge in sub-KSHSAA Class 3A play Mar 3, 2007
Kansas City Christian issued the Rams a season-ending 62-50 loss Friday night in sub-KSHSAA Class 3A play at Benedictine College ... The Rams led No. 2 seed Kansas City Christian 21-18 at halftime before suffering a 62-50 loss on Friday night in the second round of sub-KSHSAA Class 3A play at Benedictine College. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
SUB-KSHSAA HOOPS ROUND-UP: Stafford leads top-seeded Lady Rams to win Mar 2, 2007
Pleasant Ridge (16-4) will face Effingham-ACCHS on Saturday at Benedictine College for the sub-KSHSAA title. Tip-off is slated for 6 p.m.. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Rams down Jefferson County North, extend season Feb 28, 2007
Pleasant Ridge play the winner of that game at Benedictine College at 7 p.m. on Thursday. Comments. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
No. 4 Lady Rams cruise in postseason opener Feb 27, 2007
They ll play Horton (11-8) on at Benedictine College on Thursday ... If the Lady Rams defeat Horton on Thursday, they ll play in the championship game at Benedictine College on Saturday at 6 p.m.. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Nobel Peace Laureate returns to alma mater Jan 31, 2007
(Times Photo/Dennis Sharkey) 2004 Nobel Peace Laureate Dr. Wangari Maathai, returned to her alma mater Benedictine College on Sunday to accept the school s Cross of the Order of St. Benedict award. It s been a whirlwind for Benedictine College alumna Dr. Wangari Maathai since she was named the Nobel Peace Laureate in 2004. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Ward principal surprised with celebration Jan 17, 2007
Dorr was inducted into the Benedictine College Athletic Hall of Fame, and was awarded a plaque from Benedictine College President Stephen D. Minnis ... Benedictine College, a Catholic liberal arts school located in Atchison, Kan ... Bishop Ward and Benedictine College share connections beyond Dorr. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Tabor basketball teams play Holiday Classic Dec 30, 2006
The Bluejay women (11-1 overall) are in action again on Saturday with a 5 p.m. matchup against Concordia University; the men are set to tip off against Benedictine College at 3 p.m.. Hillsboro Free Press 2006. (Hillsboro Free Press, KS)
At 90, Monk Still Goes Where His Calling Leads Dec 25, 2006
SCOTT WHEELER/LEDGER PHOTOS Father James Hoge laughs while celebrating his 90th birthday at St. Leo Abbey last month. He's been associated with the abbey since 1935. (The Ledger)
Orediggers, Saints receive high honors Dec 23, 2006
First Team Offensive Linemen Truman Ashby, Benedictine College (Kan. John Wolf, Saint Francis; Brad Cook, Saint Ambrose (Iowa); Max Milne, Minot State; Chad Erwin, Montana Tech. (Montana Standard, MT)
Ridge finishes fifth in tourney Dec 11, 2006
With the win, the Rams claimed a fifth-place finish in the Delaware Valley League tournament at Benedictine College in Atchison. Josh Barnes led the Rams with a 22-point performance. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Both Pleasant Ridge teams tripped in DVL first round Dec 6, 2006
The men s team fell 53-51 to Kansas City Christian while the women s team fell 39-36 to Wathena at Benedictine College on Tuesday night. The girls team held a 28-19 at halftime, but managed just eight points in the second half. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Vance takes control of games board Nov 21, 2006
Vance succeeds Richard Konzem, athletic director at Benedictine College, who retired from the SSG board after 15 years of service. Gross also announced that Topeka Capital-Journal executive editor Pete Goering had accepted an invitation to join the SSG board. (Topeka Capital-Journal -- News)
Men's Basketball Nov 7, 2006
Media Credit: Mohammad Al-KassimQuinton Day shoots from the lane in Saturday's game against Benedictine College ... The team blazed its way to a 91-58 exhibition win over Benedictine College Saturday night at Municipal Auditorium. (University News, MO)
UMKC To Face Park University In Final Exhibition Tune-Up On Tuesday Nov 7, 2006
Last Game The Kangaroos handled Benedictine College in their exhibition opener, 91-58. The game was close throughout the first half, as UMKC took just a six-point lead into the locker room (35-29). (Umkckangaroos.com)
Ten Players Score In UMKC's 91-58 Rout of Benedictine Nov 5, 2006
Senior Quinton Day scored 27 points on Saturday night vs. Benedictine College ... - The UMKC men's basketball team used a 56-point second half to run away with a 91-58 victory over Benedictine College on Saturday night in its exhibition opener. (Umkckangaroos.com)
UMKC Set To Open Exhibition Season Vs. Benedictine on Saturday Nov 3, 2006
Exhibition Game #1 Benedictine College at UMKC Nov. 4, 2006 -- 7 p.m. (CST) Municipal Auditorium Kansas City, Mo. The Setting The UMKC men's basketball team will open the 2006-07 season on Saturday night with an exhibition game vs. Benedictine College at Municipal Auditorium ... A Look At Benedictine College Benedictine College, which is located in Atchison, Kan. (Umkckangaroos.com)
UMKC Basketball Coaches To Ring Closing Bell At Kansas City Board of Trade Nov 1, 2006
The men's squad, meanwhile, will open its exhibition season on Saturday night vs. Benedictine College at 7 p.m. at Municipal Auditorium. Coach Zvosec and Coach Overton along with Kasey Kangaroo last year at the Kansas City Board of Trade. (Umkckangaroos.com)
Stop laughing, this is serious Oct 28, 2006
- Everett was educated at a Benedictine college and then briefly at drama school before embarking on a life that seems to consist mostly of parties, then flight from responsibility and attachment. In his book, we learn that Everett had two long-term relationships, both with men of South American extraction, but we learn nothing about his feelings, how he fell in love or if he was sad when they left. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Let It All Begin! Oct 14, 2006
The squad will open the 2006-07 season on Nov. 4 in an exhibition contest vs. Benedictine College at 7 p.m. in Municipal Auditorium. The team's first official game is vs. Florida Atlantic on Nov. 13. (Umkckangaroos.com)
Prognosticators Tab UMKC Third In Mid-Con Regular Season Race Oct 13, 2006
UMKC will open the 2006-07 campaign on Nov. 4 when it hosts Benedictine College in an exhibition game at Municipal Auditorium at 7 p.m.. 2006-07 Pre-Season All-Conference Selections. (Umkckangaroos.com)
Mumps outbreak spreads on campuses... Oct 5, 2006
Elmhurst College has confirmed its first case, while Benedictine College in Lisle reported a case last week. A total of 72 cases of mumps have been reported in DuPage County so far this year. (The Drudge Report)
Mumps outbreak hits college campus hardest Oct 2, 2006
Benedictine College in Lisle has also confirmed one case. Federal health experts have called a mumps outbreak that began in Iowa last December and spread to other Midwest states the largest in almost two decades. (USA Today)
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Kangaroos Picked To Finish Third In The Mid-Con By Athlon Sports Sep 8, 2006
UMKC will open the exhibition season on Nov. 4 against Benedictine College at Municipal Auditorium. UMKC Intercollegiate Athletics SRC 201, 5100 Rockhill Road Kansas City, MO 64110 Phone: (816) 235-1036 Fax: (816) 235-1035. (Umkckangaroos.com)
Pink tractor draws interest Sep 6, 2006
She's probably the only graduate of Benedictine College in Lisle who owns a pink tractor. The Case generated a little sibling rivalry, her grandfather told a reporter Friday. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Going strong Aug 26, 2006
Defensive coordinator Kevin Cosgrove, who has known Callahan since they were roommates as freshmen at Illinois Benedictine College in 1974, said he senses that Callahan has settled in at Nebraska. ill loves a challenge, Cosgrove said. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Kansas Teen Aces ACT, SAT Exams Aug 18, 2006
Try your hand at the addictive puzzle. Check out the weird wit and wired wizardry of Mark Fiore's cool animated cartoons. (CBS News)
Scheafer loving life as a Pelican Aug 6, 2006
The reliever is on target to graduate from Benedictine College with a degree in criminal justice ... Scheafer went to Benedictine College because Buena baseball head coach Bill Wright referred him to play there. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
New superintendent brings 45 years of experience to Basehor-Linwood Jul 21, 2006
He received his bachelor s degree from Benedictine College, which was called Saint Benedict s when he attended. Albers said he started to study to become a mechanical engineer but changed his mind his sophomore year. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
UMKC Announces 2006-07 Men's Basketball Schedule Jul 18, 2006
Fans will have their first opportunity to see the UMKC squad during a pair of exhibition contests versus Benedictine College and Park University on Nov. 4 and Nov. 7. The Kangaroos then officially open the season on Monday, Nov. 13 against Florida Atlantic before hosting Baker University two days later on Nov. 15. (Umkckangaroos.com)
Fineis Joins Conseco as Senior Vice President Jun 3, 2006
Fineis holds a BA in mathematics from Illinois Benedictine College, is a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries, a Member of the American Academy of Actuaries, and a Fellow of the Life Management Institute. Conseco, Inc.'s insurance companies help protect working American families and seniors from financial adversity: Medicare supplement, long-term care, cancer, heart/stroke and accident policies protect people against major unplanned expenses; annuities and life insurance products help people plan... (PR Newswire)
Author rebuts Da Vinci Code May 20, 2006
He is an assistant professor of theology at Benedictine College in Kansas. Quoting the newly named pope, Sri asked Catholics Thursday to have an adult, mature faith, and to know tradition and scripture and not be swept away by latest fashions and novelties. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
How to use sports as a ticket to college Apr 23, 2006
But most of them go to lesser-known schools that have money to spend on athletes, places such as Benedictine College in Atchison, Kan. and D'Youville College in Buffalo, N.Y.. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
White House Diary Matthew Cooper Why Spring Cleaning Isn't Likely to Boost the President Like so many administrations before his, Bush is turning to a staff shakeup to try to dig out of trouble. Apr 20, 2006
On Monday, seated under a picture of President Bush at prayer, Towey told a handful of reporters that he was leaving the White House to become president of St. Vincent College, a small Benedictine college in Latrobe, Pa. which, Towey noted, boasts the world's largest monastery and a proximity to the Rolling Rock brewery. (Time.com)
Novel sales still brisk in Lawrence Apr 8, 2006
It is a work of fiction, but its not advertised simply as a work of fiction, said Edward Sri, professor of theology at Benedictine College in Atchison. In fact, a week ago the paperback edition came out. (Lawrence Journal World)
Pearce sprints to wins in 200- and 400-meter dashes for UAA Mar 20, 2006
Service's Cronin signs with Benedictine College. Service High senior Luke Cronin has signed a national letter of intent to play baseball for Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas next season. (Anchorage Daily News)
