The Promise Of Palmetto Sep 25, 2007
"He's been able to sort of stiff-arm the abortion and gay stuff a little bit by taking a federal approach to it," said Francis Marion University Professor Neal Thigpen, referring to Giuliani's stated preference to leave social issues up to the states. But the pass Giuliani has gotten so far is unlikely to last. (Fox News -- Politics)
Men's Golf Finishes Play In Raines Development Group Intercollegiate Sep 19, 2007
FLORENCE, S.C. ---- The Samford men's golf team fell from seventh to ninth place Tuesday in round three of the Raines Development Group Intercollegiate hosted by Francis Marion University. The Bulldogs shot 312 on the day to bring their total score to 909. (Samfordsports.com)
Samford Men's Golf To Play In Francis Marion Tournament Sep 17, 2007
17-18), as they play in the 23rd-annual Raines Development Group Intercollegiate Tournament hosted by Francis Marion University at the Country Club of South Carolina ... Joining the Samford men in the tournament field are Francis Marion University, Appalachian State University, Charleston Southern University, East Carolina University, Elon University, Furman University, Georgia College University, Presbyterian College, USC Aiken, Troy University, Western Carolina University, Winthrop University,... (Samfordsports.com)
Samford Men's Golf Finishes Fifth In Troy Invitational Sep 12, 2007
The Bulldogs will play in the 23rd-annual Raines Development Group Intercollegiate hosted by Francis Marion University in Florence, S.C.. (Samfordsports.com)
Volleyball Blanked By West Georgia Sep 3, 2007
Jessica Lombardi - Francis Marion University. Jenna Kaiser - Francis Marion University. (Wsuathletics.com)
Ruff Transfers to Francis Marion Aug 24, 2007
ST. LOUIS - Saint Louis women's basketball head coach announced that guard has transferred to Francis Marion University in Florence, S.C. Ruff will have two years of eligibility for the Patriots. Ruff played in nine games during two seasons with the Billikens, averaging 0. (Slubillikens.com)
FMU, Coker place in US News & World Report college rankings Aug 19, 2007
Francis Marion University and Coker College have again been ranked by U.S. News & World Report magazine as one of the South s Top 100 Master s Level Universities and in the Top Tier of the Best Comprehensive Colleges in the South, respectively ... The reason why we re on this list every year is the faculty and the quality of their work, Francis Marion University President Dr. Fred Carter said. (South Carolina Now)
EIU women's basketball coach names two assistants Jul 17, 2007
He has also been a head coach at Pfeiffer University (in Misenheimer, N.C.), Francis Marion University (Florence, S.C.) and Brescia University (Owensboro, Ky. . (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Page successful in Nike golf camp Jun 30, 2007
While attending the NIKE camp, Priscilla was coached by Angie Ridgeway, women's gold coach at Wofford University, Mark Gaynor, head golf coach at Francis Marion University, and Hanna, women's golf coach at Furman. Locally Page is a student of Phillip Hatchett. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Ex-Gamecock to play in futures game Jun 24, 2007
Owen was the New York Mets' 20th round pick in this month's draft out of Francis Marion University. 8226; A REAL 'SHORT' STOP: Louisville senior shortstop Chris Cates has probably heard every comment possible about his lack of height at 5-foot-3. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
A TEAM PLAYER Jun 17, 2007
She s been offered scholarships and has already narrowed her choices to Francis Marion University in South Carolina and Towson University in Maryland. She plans on making a verbal commitment in the coming weeks. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Q&A with Mets' 20th Rd Pick Dylan Owen Jun 14, 2007
Date: Jun 13, 2007 Drafted in the 20th round of the 2007 MLB Draft out of Francis Marion University (SC), the NCAA Division II National Pitcher of the Year sat down to talk about his stuff, his thoughts on being drafted and his future. to read the rest of this story. (NY Mets, TheInsiders.com)
Gov. gives Florida big say in '08 May 22, 2007
"It's always been said the Republican primary in South Carolina is the primary that makes presidents," said Neal Thigpen, a political scientist with Francis Marion University in South Carolina. Thigpen said Florida's earlier primary now "blunts" the lure of South Carolina's elections, taking away what has traditionally been a bright spotlight there. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Early primary will give Florida big say in presidential election May 21, 2007
Francis Marion University political scientist Neal Thigpen in Florence says an earlier primary in Florida would "blunt" the attraction of South Carolina's voting. The national Republican and Democratic parties have threatened to punish Florida if the primary is before February Fifth. (FOX Carolina, SC)
Abortion a Tricky Issue for Romney, Giuliani May 16, 2007
Neal Thigpen, a political scientist at Francis Marion University in Florence, S.C., said Giuliani is helped by the fact that some abortion opponents in the state are more concerned about beating the Democrats next year. "Even some of these evangelicals, they will say, 'I tell you, man, Giuliani nationally could be a winner, and that's what we got to do is keep the White House, and I'll look over [his position on abortion]," Thigpen said. (Newsmax)
State's Primary Date Violates Rules May 14, 2007
" South Carolina Republicans are likely to move up also, said Neil Thigpen, political scientist at Francis Marion University in Florence, S.C. But if South Carolina moves up, it could impinge on New Hampshire, where state law says its primary must be a week earlier than any other primary and gives its secretary of state authority to change the primary date at his discretion. If any state enters that one-week window, "I'm going to do it the same way I have, and we're going to preserve our... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
More of this story May 4, 2007
Former Northwest Halifax guard Kavina Ransom will attend Francis Marion University in Florence, S.C., this fall. The Patriots compete in the Peach Belt Conference and will compete as a Division I school next season. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
• DSU president announces his retirement May 2, 2007
Vickers was hired by the Higher Education Board on Feb. 24, 1999, after serving as president of Francis Marion University near Florence, S.C., since 1994. He is DSU's ninth president. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Giuliani in a Dress: Will Voters Care? Apr 15, 2007
"People think of him as a leader and a tough guy, and he has this image as somebody who tamed the city of New York and made the trains run on time, and seeing him dressed up like a girl would run contrary to all of those things," said political science professor Neal Thigpen of Francis Marion University in South Carolina. South Carolina has one of the nation's earliest presidential primaries next year, and as the first Southern contest, it could set the stage for the region. (Fox News -- Politics)
Draft Mailbag #5: Stocks Rising and Falling Apr 12, 2007
Owen is a 60, 195-pound righthander who pitches for Francis Marion University (South Carolina) in the Peach Belt Conference. To date he is 7-1 with a 1. (Oakland, TheInsiders.com)
Samford Men's Golf Holds On To Eighth Place After Two Rounds Of Play Apr 3, 2007
Ohio Valley Conference foe and in-state rival Jacksonville State currently sits in a tie at fifth place with Gardner-Webb University and Francis Marion University. The Wofford Invitational presented by VAULT will conclude Tuesday on the par 72, 6,877-yard course at The Carolina Country Club with the final 18 holes. (Samfordsports.com)
April Showers: South Carolina's '08 Deluge Apr 1, 2007
About 40 percent of the GOP primary vote will come from them and other counties in the northern part of the state, said Francis Marion University political scientist Neil Thigpen. The April 26 Democratic debate anchors three days of events, including the state party's Jefferson-Jackson dinner and the state convention. (CBS News)
Bears Close S.C. Trip with 7-3 Loss to Francis Marion Mar 30, 2007
Florence, SC - In the last of seven games in a six-day swing through South Carolina, the Brown baseball team (5-11) fell to Francis Marion University (23-13), 7-3. The Patriots, ranked 29th in Division II, built their lead slowly, scoring no more than two runs in any inning. (Brownbears.com)
Eighth-Inning Rally Spoiled in Bears' 6-5 Loss to The Citadel Mar 29, 2007
On Thursday, Brown will finish its swing through South Carolina, playing Division II Francis Marion University. The Patriots are currently ranked 29th in Division II, and are 22-13 on the year. (Brownbears.com)
Bears Drop a Pair By Two to Sacred Heart, 2-0 and 5-3 Mar 23, 2007
They will depart on Friday for seven games in six days in South Carolina - four against Charleston Southern, two against The Citadel and one against Francis Marion University. Following that trip, Brown will kick off the Ivy League season with doubleheaders against Princeton and Cornell on March 31 and April 1. (Brownbears.com)
McCain tries to re-light his GOP fire Mar 17, 2007
The 70-year-old lawmaker also lacks the "sparkle" and "fire" of his campaign, said Neal Thigpen, a political science professor at Francis Marion University in Florence, S.C.. Thigpen, who backed McCain in 2000, is neutral in the 2008 race. (Los Angeles Times)
Golf Struggles at Wexford Plantation Intercollegiate Feb 28, 2007
The 54-hole event, hosted by Francis Marion University, was held at the par-72, 6,752-yard Wexford Plantation course. The Colonials placed 15th in the 15-team tournament with a 961 (+97). (Gwsports.com)
Rockets Finish Tenth at Wexford Plantation Intercollegiate Feb 28, 2007
The 54-hole event was hosted by Francis Marion University at the par-72, 6,752-yard Wexford Plantation course. Toledo returns to action on Sunday-Tuesday, March 4-6 when it will travel to Tallahassee, FL for the Seminole Intercollegiate. (Utrockets.com)
Rockets Tied for Ninth Place After First Day of Wexford Intercollegiate Feb 28, 2007
The 54-hole event is being hosted by Francis Marion University at the par 72, 6,752-yard Wexford Plantation course. The final 18 holes will be played on Tuesday (Feb. (Utrockets.com)
Obama Cheers Diversity in South Carolina Feb 17, 2007
Hillary Clinton of New York, said Francis Marion University political scientist Neal Thigpen. Clinton has already received endorsements from two key black leaders. (Herald Sun)
Obama appearance rescheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday Feb 17, 2007
Francis Marion University political scientist Neal Thigpen said he can't recall any primary candidate since 1980 who has drawn such a crowd. A Democratic rival, Connecticut Sen. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Excitement abounds as Obama brings campaign to South Carolina Feb 16, 2007
Francis Marion University political scientist Neal Thigpen says white voters have found something in Obama they've been looking for since John F. Kennedy. Obama's South Carolina campaign is just getting off the ground. (FOX Carolina, SC)
2006 College Graduation Speeches Feb 14, 2007
Francis Marion University-- U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham. Flordia State University-- Tom Brokaw, former NBC Nightly News anchor. (Suite101.com)
Prospect Q&A: Ryan Ariail Jan 22, 2007
I came back home with the intention of finishing up school and being a student assistant coach for Francis Marion University. This gave me the opportunity to keep working out and staying on top of my game. (Baltimore, TheInsiders.com)
»Schools honor top teachers Nov 19, 2006
She attended Converse College, Pfeiffer College and Francis Marion University. West Rockingham. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Hawkeyes Open Regular Season vs. The Citadel Nov 14, 2006
Conroy was the head coach at Francis Marion University from 1997-2000, posting a 41-40 record. He was named Peach Belt Conference Coach of the Year in 1998. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Gardner leaving UNCW Nov 10, 2006
But I respect his decision and we're prepared to go forward with the guys who have done the brunt of the work in the preseason. "Gardner, a 6-foot-4 point guard, entered UNCW last season as a highly touted recruit from Homewood, Ala. However, a ruptured plantar fascia in his left foot kept him off the court for all but seven games.Gardner had bone chips removed from the same foot this summer, but the pain lingered. He missed all of preseason workouts and participated in five or six days of... (The Morning Star)
Welcome back Conroy Nov 8, 2006
" They'll be introduced at halftime and attend an after-party with crab cakes and beer for which Pat is footing the bill. They have reunited as a team just once before, by Pat's recollection, at the Class of 1967's 30th homecoming. That night they watched The Citadel lose its season opener to Francis Marion University, a Division II school from Florence, S.C., coached by a first-time head coach named, believe it or not, Ed Conroy. "Ed made his first bones on the poor Citadel," Pat says. "One of... (USA Today -- Sports)
MTV Networks Appoints Marva Smalls Executive Vice President of Global Inclusion Strategy Oct 25, 2006
Smalls is a recent recipient of an Honorary Doctorate of Humanities from Francis Marion University, and Coker College; and is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and Trinity Baptist Church in Florence, South Carolina. About MTV Networks. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Sleepy governor's race comes to life with negative ads Oct 16, 2006
That's made it the "quietest fall in a state election year that I ever remember," Francis Marion University political scientist Neal Thigpen said. "This has been a sleeping pill.". (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Romney's 2008 Bid Faces Issue of Faith Oct 10, 2006
But political science professor Neal Thigpen of Francis Marion University in Florence, S.C., said another hurdle for Romney among conservative Republicans is his adopted home state. "The thing I have heard against him is, 'He seems like a good man, but gosh, Massachusetts?' " Thigpen said. (Los Angeles Times)
Accusations fly from both sides at comptroller general debate Oct 10, 2006
Francis Marion University political scientist Neal Thigpen says the debate added "a great deal of heat and not much light" into the candidates and their stances on issues. Copyright 2006 Associated Press. (FOX Carolina, SC)
Men's Golf To Take Part In The Second Annual Shoal Creek Intercollegiate Sep 25, 2006
The Samford linksters look to improve upon their performance last week at the Raines Development Group Intercollegiate hosted by Francis Marion University. The Bulldogs placed 15th overall, and junior finished at a tie for fifth place. (Samfordsports.com)
Romney seeks to be alternative to McCain Sep 24, 2006
I don't necessarily think a lot of these people think of him that way," said Neal Thigpen, a professor of political science at Francis Marion University in Florence, S.C. But, Thigpen said, ``there are party regulars who just don't like McCain, and they may find Romney an appealing alternative.". Scott Helman can be reached at. (Boston Globe)
Duquesne coach has the toughness to steer team past shootings Sep 24, 2006
"When he walks in the room, there's just this air about him," said Kevin, a one-time star at Francis Marion University and now a regional sales manager for a door manufacturer. "He always wanted to be the guy in tough situations, the guy out in front. We always looked up to him because we knew he'd always do the right thing. "He's always been like the king in our family. (Newsday -- State)
Florence County authorities identify wreck victims Sep 22, 2006
FLORENCE, S.C. Florence County officials have released the names of two people killed in a wreck on U-S 76 near Francis Marion University. The wreck involved two tractor-trailers, a tanker truck and two smaller vehicles. (FOX Carolina, SC)
Two killed in Florence wreck Sep 21, 2006
FLORENCE, S.C. State troopers say a wreck involving two tractor-trailers, a tanker truck and two smaller vehicles has killed two people on U-S 76 near Francis Marion University. Florence County Coroner M.G. Matthews says one of the victims was in a Jeep and the other was in a car. (FOX Carolina, SC)
AREA SCHEDULE Sep 17, 2006
Coastal Carolina University (Stepheney Gerhardt and Alli Tamburro) at Francis Marion University, 4 p.m.. SUNY-IT (Brittany Aversa and Mariessa Brelinsky) at Bard College, 6 p.m.. (Little Falls Evening Times, NY)
ON CAMPUS REPORT Sep 4, 2006
Krissy Mordini (Francis Marion University volleyball), Ashley Hoppenjan (Dubuque golf) and Pat Flynn (University of St. Francis football) are all grads of Aquin as well. n There are at least 11 former Eastland athletes competing in college. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Running | Training for cross country is a hard road Aug 31, 2006
Teams include Charleston Southern; Citadel; Clemson; Coker College; College of Charleston; Elon University; Francis Marion University; Georgia Southern; Mercer College, GA; SC State; UNC-Asheville; UNC-Pembroke; and USC-Aiken. SATURDAY: HUNTINGTON BEACH ST. PARK. 9 a.m. Huntington Beach 5K, GPT (843) 238-5946. (The State, SC -- Sports)
S. Carolina's first step to curb teen smoking Aug 31, 2006
"In a state as impoverished as South Carolina, with escalating costs of health- care, the tobacco issue is as volatile an issue now as it was 15 years ago," says Fred Carter, a political science professor and president of Francis Marion University in Florence, S.C. "While the health lobby is inclined to take some steps, it doesn't have enough clout to take on the tobacco industry and do something that would have a lasting and irrevocable impact on anti-smoking efforts, which is raising the... (Christian Science Monitor)
PG WEST: Beaver Falls native gives up head coaching job for assistant's post at The Rock Aug 17, 2006
" A middle infielder, Pasquale played his college ball at Penn State Beaver and then at Francis Marion University in South Carolina where he was an NAIA honorable mention All-American. His coaching philosophy mirrors Messer's in that he tried to recruit the highest quality players to La Roche. "I tried to get guys who probably should have played at the Division II level, just like now I'll try to get guys who could play at the Division I level," he said. "That's how you get better. " While... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
5-0 Saratoga win begins offseason of change; Allegany County's next coach may not be far away Aug 9, 2006
Now, after two postseason births, the Nitros may be close to replacing the successful Robbie Wilson who began the 12 hour drive back to Florence, SC where he is an assistant coach at Francis Marion University on Sunday. While Russo does was not able to specify, he did say that the next coach of Allegany County will be someone familiar with the program. (Wellsville Daily Reporter, NY)
Smith's 7 shutout innings sends Nitros to finals; 7-0 Nitros win gives team first championship birth Aug 5, 2006
SCIO It was only a year ago that Nitros Manager Robbie Wilson was packing up his car and heading back to Francis Marion University after falling in game three of the NYCBL semis to Hornell. Now, thanks to seven shutout innings from starter Steve Smith, the Nitros will host their first ever NYCBL Championship game in Scio tonight after a 6-0 win over Genesee Valley. (Wellsville Daily Reporter, NY)
Rich Pasquale hired as Rock assistant coach Aug 1, 2006
As a player at Francis Marion University in South Carolina, Pasquale earned NAIA honorable mention All-America as well as first-team all-area and all-region honors in 1990. Pasquale received a bachelor of science degree in sociology from Francis Marion in 1991 and a master's degree in health and physical education from Madison University in Mississippi in 2006. (Rockathletics.com)
Democrats hold 'reunion' 100 days before election Jul 29, 2006
Francis Marion University political scientist Neal Thigpen said Democrats "should be applauded for trying to get something together. One of the toughest things to do in politics is get people there, in both parties.". The state GOP has more money, more people and more events, he said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Two make short list for interim university system chancellor position Jul 27, 2006
He is the former president of Francis Marion University in Florence, S.C. and Lewis and Clark State College in Lewiston, Idaho. Vickers has a bachelor's degree in English and physical education from Adams State College in Alamosa, Colo. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
Best of the rest Jul 22, 2006
FRANCIS MARION UNIVERSITY: Abstracts by Angela Ketcham, pottery by Feather Pottery through Thursday, Hyman Fine Arts Center gallery. Swamp Fox Quilters Guild, through Thursday, Smith University Center gallery. (The State, SC -- Living)
BAKER'S BLAST BEATS MOHAWKS Jul 16, 2006
He has allowed two unearned runs in 13 innings in his first two starts after joining the team from Francis Marion University and the Cape Cod League midway through the season ... 07 ERA in six appearances this spring at Francis Marion University after transferring from Mohawk Valley Community College. (Little Falls Evening Times, NY)
There's lots of history at Whitey Barkdoll Field Jul 14, 2006
Tod's son, Jared, graduated from Greencastle-Antrim in 2005, was drafted by the New York Mets, and now plays for Francis Marion University. With all of Whitey Barkdoll's contributions to Greencastle baseball, the field was named in his honor shortly before his death in 2000. (Waynesboro Record Herald, PA)
MINER QUARTET HEADING TO ALL-STAR GAME Jul 4, 2006
07 ERA in six appearances this spring at Francis Marion University after transferring from Mohawk Valley Community College. Schneider started the summer in the Cape Cod League and lost both of his decisions with the Falmouth Commodores. (Little Falls Evening Times, NY)
Memorial Service held for NiShan Huff: Family and Friends Pray a Killer is Caught Jun 13, 2006
NiShan, a former Greenville High School cheerleader, recently graduated from Francis Marion University with honors. Her sorority sisters, members of Zeta Phi Beta, also honored her during a special ceremony. (FOX Carolina, SC)
Francis Marion | Baseball | D-II series berth keeps FMU busy May 24, 2006
Francis Marion University baseball coach Art Inabinet had a full day Monday, catching up on paperwork before his team headed to Montgomery, Ala. It could have been worse, Inabinet said. (The State, SC -- Sports)
Doyle, Bears in Second Place After Day One of Men's D-I Independent Championships Apr 29, 2006
- Francis Marion University combined for a first day score of 284 and is the day one leader at the 2006 Division I Independent Men's Golf Championships, being held at Pelican Lakes Golf ry Club and hosted by the University of Northern Colorado. Francis Marion's Adam Hart leads the individual competition as well, shooting a 3-under round of 69, as he leads a group of three players by a lone stroke. (Uncbears.com)
State education panel rejects plan critical of evolution Mar 9, 2006
"There is really no controversy in the scientific community about evolution," said Jeff Camper, a Francis Marion University biology professor. "Singling out evolution for critical analysis could open the door to creationism and intelligent design, making a mockery of South Carolina schools.". (Herald Online, SC)
