Local briefs: Clovis Ave. road work planned Nov 14, 2009
Kent Hammons, a special education teacher for the Fresno County Office of Education who works at Fresno Pacific University, was named teacher of the year during the ceremony. News Briefs. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Valley Vietnam veteran among soldiers honored for bravery Nov 11, 2009
Observing the holidayThe following places will be closed or not operating today in observance of Veterans Day:* Public schools* California State University, Fresno; Fresno City College and West Hills College* City, county, state and federal offices* Courts* Libraries* Kings Area Rural Transit * Post offices and mail delivery* Banks Hanford waste collection (today's pickup on Thursday; Thursday pickup on Friday)The following places will be operating on the holiday:* Fresno Pacific University*... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Coalition makes winners Nov 11, 2009
Kent Hammons, a special education teacher for the Fresno County Office of Education who works at Fresno Pacific University, was named teacher of the year during the ceremony. Miller offers vision. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Dogs Fly First with Sunbirds Nov 5, 2009
- Head Coach enters his fifth year at the helm of his hometown Bulldogs and opens with a single exhibition game against crosstown NAIA rival Fresno Pacific University. The Bulldogs return six letterwinners from last season and welcome seven newcomers to a talented roster poised with athleticism, dedication and size to make a run for the program's sixth appearance in the NCAA Tournament. (Gobulldogs.com)
Big First Half Powers Dogs Over Sunbirds Nov 5, 2009
- Sophomore erupted for 22 points, with 17 in the first six minutes of the game, to propel the Fresno State men's basketball team to a 78-67 victory over Fresno Pacific University on Wednesday night in the Save Mart Center. "Mike shot the ball very well tonight and we played 30 minutes of really good basketball," head coach said of his fifth exhibition win against the crosstown in each of his five seasons at the helm of the Bulldogs. (Gobulldogs.com)
Sanger Unified principal wins national honor Nov 1, 2009
Kent Hammons, a special education teacher for the Fresno County Office of Education who works at Fresno Pacific University, was named teacher of the year during the ceremony. Valley schools let some opt out of Obama speech. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Bible verse memory pays off for youths Oct 31, 2009
She graduated from Fresno Pacific University in 1984. Janzen will give a talk and hold a book-signing from 4 to 5 p.m. today at the University Student Union, Room 309, at California State University, Fresno. (Fresno Bee)
Fresno County's best educators earn honors Oct 30, 2009
Some of our most recent accomplishments include being one of two schools with the greatest amount of API growth, our principal being named one of three finalists for Fresno County Administrator of the Year and Fresno Pacific University selecting Pinedale exclusively to train its student teachers ... Kent Hammons, a special education teacher for the Fresno County Office of Education who works at Fresno Pacific University, was named teacher of the year during the ceremony. (Fresno Bee)
West Point employee admits $3M fraud scheme Oct 29, 2009
Shondra is a recent graduate with a bachelor's degree in English from Fresno Pacific University and Ryan just graduated with a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Certificate in Sports Management from National University. Following their wedding and honeymoon they both will be attending graduate school in the fall at California State University, Fresno; Shondra in the English-Composition Theory program and Ryan in the Kinesiology-Sports Psychology program. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Fresno Pacific tuition holds steady Oct 28, 2009
Tuition at Fresno Pacific University will remain at current levels for the 2010-2011 academic year, officials announced today. It is the first time in 25 years that the small, Mennonite Brethren-affiliated university in southeast Fresno hasnt raised rates. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Local community colleges reduce classes Oct 28, 2009
A streamlined admission process and more financial aid have helped boost Fresno Pacific University to record enrollment this fall, officials said. Enrollment stands at 2,649 students -- 272 more than last year, an increase of 11%, said Stephen Varvis, vice president for enrollment management at the Mennonite Brethren-affiliated university in southeast Fresno. (Fresno Bee)
Fresno student, 29, dies after H1N1 flu Oct 28, 2009
A 29-year-old Fresno Pacific University student has died from complications of the H1N1 virus, officials said Monday. Miyoshi Smith, who had returned to college to study criminology, died Sunday morning after being hospitalized for a week and a half with H1N1 and pneumonia, the university said in a statement. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Come See Dogs Fly Oct 24, 2009
The first and only exhibition game for both teams will be Wednesday, Nov. 4 in a men's and women's doubleheader against Fresno Pacific University, with the women's game starting at 6 p.m. and the men's to follow the conclusion of the contest. The men's team starts the regular season at home for the fourth consecutive year when the Dogs meet San Francisco State on Friday, Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. The women's team opens on the road for three straight before their home opener on Nov. 22 at 2 p.m. against... (Gobulldogs.com)
Walkers take aim at world hunger Oct 24, 2009
The recital is by a church member, Walter Saul, music instructor at Fresno Pacific University. Details: (559) 485-6460. (Fresno Bee)
Men's ministry renovates house Oct 17, 2009
The Believer's Church Lecture Series at Fresno Pacific University will present free talks on the Mennonites in Poland. Peter J. Klassen, former history professor at Fresno Pacific, will speak on "Surprised by History" at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Mennonite Brethren Biblical Seminary's Warkentin Memorial Prayer Chapel, 4824 E. Butler Ave.. (Fresno Bee)
Steve Nahigian Oct 4, 2009
Occupation: I have taught high school English for the past 10 years, teach writing at the University of Phoenix and teacher education at Fresno Pacific University ... Education: Degrees in biology and chemistry from California State University, Fresno, and a master's degree in counseling from Fresno Pacific University ... One is a senior at UC Berkeley, while the other is a freshman at Fresno Pacific University. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Diocesan Congress finds room to breathe Oct 3, 2009
Officials at Fresno Pacific University have put a lot of creative thought into this year's Build a Culture of Peace Week, which will be held Monday through next Saturday. Many activities are designed for participants to make peace with the planet. (Fresno Bee)
Fresno Pacific student dies in Yosemite Oct 2, 2009
A streamlined admission process and more financial aid have helped boost Fresno Pacific University to record enrollment this fall, officials said ... The financial squeeze at public colleges and universities and new offers such as a four-year graduation guarantee may be paying off for Fresno Pacific University, where enrollment is rebounding ... A Fresno Pacific University student was killed Thursday afternoon and two others were seriously injured in a traffic accident in Yosemite National Park.... (Fresno Bee)
Called to serve: local twentysomething pursues common good Sep 26, 2009
He graduated from Fresno Pacific University with a teaching credential in December 2007. For now, Lawson feels called to continue working for Gilmore. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Francine M. Farber Sep 22, 2009
Occupation: I have taught high school English for the past 10 years, teach writing at the University of Phoenix and teacher education at Fresno Pacific University. Age: 75. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Ex-inmate injured trying to sneak back into jail Sep 3, 2009
McClain said he believes his experience in the Sheriff's Department and his education, which includes a bachelor's degree in management from Fresno Pacific University, give him a leg up on Jordan. SHARPES, Fla. (Fresno Bee)
State budget crisis aids private colleges Sep 2, 2009
The financial squeeze at public colleges and universities and new offers such as a four-year graduation guarantee may be paying off for Fresno Pacific University, where enrollment is rebounding ... Four-year tuition for a bachelor's degree program can cost anywhere from about $32,000 at tiny California Christian College to about $95,000 at Fresno Pacific University ... "We hear some of our students say they're coming here because their applications weren't accepted at Fresno State or they... (Fresno Bee)
SASAN RAHMATIAN Aug 23, 2009
Occupation: I have taught high school English for the past 10 years, teach writing at the University of Phoenix and teacher education at Fresno Pacific University. Summary Box: Glaxo used ghostwriting to push Paxil. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Masked Conn. official charged in fiancee attack Aug 21, 2009
Shondra is a recent graduate with a bachelor's degree in English from Fresno Pacific University and Ryan just graduated with a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Certificate in Sports Management from National University. Following their wedding and honeymoon they both will be attending graduate school in the fall at California State University, Fresno; 00003911 Shondra in the English-Composition Theory program and Ryan in the Kinesiology-Sports Psychology program. (Fresno Bee)
Churches back movement to strengthen marriages Aug 16, 2009
Kent Eaton, former dean of humanities, religion and social science at Fresno Pacific University, said he believes the movement has been driven by the heavy debate over the definition of marriage and churches realizing they need to get their own houses in order. The reporter can be reached at or (559) 441-6304. (Fresno Bee)
Fresno Pacific enrollment rebounds Aug 10, 2009
The financial squeeze at public colleges and universities and new offers such as a four-year graduation guarantee may be paying off for Fresno Pacific University, where enrollment is rebounding. Last year, the lousy economy and slumping enrollment forced layoffs at the Mennonite Brethren-affiliated school in southeast Fresno. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Business Briefcase Jul 26, 2009
He holds a degree in history from Fresno Pacific University. Cody Salo of Morrison-Maierle, Inc. recently passed the Principles and Practices of Engineering Examination and is now a licensed professional engineer in the state of Montana. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Jost will lead Fresno Seminary Jul 18, 2009
Mark Issac, the seminary's director of advancement, says the school is working toward partnerships with its denominational undergraduate schools, Fresno Pacific University, Tabor College in Hillsboro, Kan. and Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
DAVE WAINSCOTT: Some confessions from a Christian pastor Jul 11, 2009
Dave Wainscott is pastor of Third Day Fresno, adjunct Bible instructor in 00004000 Fresno Pacific University s Degree Completion Program and professor of ministry for Latin American Bible Institute s Sanger Campus. A few rules are needed to help foster a feeling of community. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Trying for a chance to sing Jul 2, 2009
Skidmore, a swimmer in high school and now a student at Fresno Pacific University, said she likes fish. She also likes to sing. (Kingsburg Recorder, CA)
Cool summer school: 5C Experience gets kids excited about college Jun 27, 2009
Erika Mendez, who will be attending Fresno Pacific University in the fall, is one such mentor and says the experience has enabled her to come out of her shell and that the preparation has been "priceless.". "This summer is so mellow and fun," she said. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Continue reading Jun 16, 2009
n Demi Hamilton, to continue her soccer career at Fresno Pacific University. As Selma High Athletic Director Randy Esraelian put it, "We have Bears to (Fresno Pacific) Sunbirds, (Northwestern) RedRaiders, (Cal State Bakersfield) Roadrunner and (Lewis and Clark) Pioneers.". (Selma Enterprise, CA)
MEET OUR LETTER WRITERS May 31, 2009
Occupation: I have taught high school English for the past 10 years, teach writing at the University of Phoenix and teacher education at Fresno Pacific University ... Education: Bachelor's degree in history, UC Davis; master's curriculum and instruction from National University; currently working on my thesis for a master's of reading and language arts from Fresno Pacific University. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Packers call Elks home for year No. 2 May 26, 2009
Pitchers Danny Mora and Brian Oliver from Fresno Pacific University will be back for a second year with the Packers, as will outfielder James Roland. Names familiar around the Central Coast will be catcher Corey Dotzler and shortstop Dave Anderson, two All-Western State Conference First Team players for Hancock College, and Righetti grad Matt Phillips from CS Dominguez Hills. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Fresno Pacific student didn't have swine flu Apr 29, 2009
Swine flu has been ruled out as the cause of death for a 19-year-old Fresno Pacific University student found dead in her dorm room April 18, Dr. Venu Gopal of the Fresno County Coroner's Office said. The coroner's office previously said Jeanette Mathews, a sophomore from Manteca, died of natural causes. (Fresno Bee)
Former sports station leans toward music Apr 16, 2009
It broadcast the same Sporting News programming and local sports programs -- including Fresno Grizzlies, Fresno City College and Fresno Pacific University -- that could be heard on the company's Fresno station KXEX (AM 1550). That changed in early January when KXEX changed to a Spanish-language format. (Fresno Bee)
Fresno soldier gets help along the way home for birth of child Apr 12, 2009
And, when he enlisted after a year at Fresno Pacific University, she joined the Central Valley Blue Star Moms, a nonprofit helping military personnel and their families. She's now the membership director. (Fresno Bee)
'Great KVPT Auction' moves online this year Apr 9, 2009
Great KVPT Auction' moves online this year - Rick Bentley - fresnobee. Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. (Fresno Bee)
NCAA committee rejects New Mexico's appeal Feb 28, 2009
An investigation found two former assistants in 2004-05 improperly helped three recruits obtain fraudulent academic credits through correspondence courses they never completed at Fresno Pacific University. New Mexico athletic director Paul Krebs was asked if he felt the outcome was fair. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Churches and fine arts join hands Feb 22, 2009
Among them, First Congregational Church of Fresno displays about 20 paintings in its fellowship hall through an arrangement with a local artists' group, Plein Aire, and holds about two cultural arts events per month, from Fresno Grand Opera to Fresno Pacific University concerts. The church will present a piano concert at 7 p.m. next Saturday, featuring Natasha Kislenko of Santa Barbara. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Downtown needs all the friends it can get Feb 18, 2009
In one of my courses at Fresno Pacific University, we are looking at how the Valley, especially Fresno, plans to improve the well-being of the people in regard to making a better environment for us. Adding the new, local businesses will surely benefit our local economy and help keep money within our community. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Fresno Pacific lays off staffers, professors Feb 10, 2009
Fresno Pacific University said Monday that it has to lay off five professors and 10 staff members because a recession-sparked enrollment drop won't rebound anytime soon. Most of the laid-off faculty were on one-year contracts, and the southeast Fresno university won't have to eliminate classes because of the cuts, officials said. (Fresno Bee)
Gjoen Blasts Through Final Meet Feb 8, 2009
Fresno State's divers will compete one last time in a Valentine's Day dive meet here in Fresno at Sunnyside High School on Feb. 14 at noon against the Sunbirds of Fresno Pacific University. Swimmers will continue intense training and preparation for the conference competition, which is to be held at the Palo Alto Natatorium in San Antonio, Texas Feb. 25-28. (Gobulldogs.com)
