Cut by Havasu, Dominican baseball player Pimentel lands in Bisbee Jul 17, 2008
The Copper Kings begin play at 4 p.m. on Friday at the Grand Canyon University campus in Phoenix, taking on Mesa-based Garden of Gears. Should the Copper Kings win the tournament, or if the Casa Grande Cotton Kings were to win, Bisbee would earn a berth in the National Baseball Congress National Tournament in Wichita, Kan. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Kings close strong Jul 14, 2008
On Friday, the Kings will begin play in the tournament, which will qualify two teams for the NBC national tournament in Kansas, facing the Garden of Gears again at 4 p.m. at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix. The Kings finished the regular season a half-game behind the Casa Grande Cotton Kings, giving the Cotton Kings the regular season bid for the national tournament. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Seven teams come to Bisbee for Fourth of July Tournament Jul 3, 2008
After this weekend s tournament, the Copper Kings will have one more home series the following weekend against the Garden of Gears before the end-of-the-season tournament the following weekend at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix where the Kings will try to earn a spot to the National Baseball Congress National Tournament in Kansas. It s been a little below what we wanted, Mosier said of attendance figures at Warren Ballpark. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Apollo Group reports gains in quarterly profit Jul 2, 2008
He and Apollo founder and acting Executive Chairman John Sperling sought to reassure investors that the management team remains solid despite the sudden departure of President Brian Mueller, who left to join the parent of Grand Canyon University as chief executive officer. "We do not expect any disruption," Sperling said. (AZCentral -- Business)
L A T E S T N E W S 6/29/08Swords Select New Athletic Director Jun 30, 2008
George, Utah), Dominican University of California in San Rafael, Grand Canyon University (Phoenix), Hawai`i Pacific University, the University of Hawai`i--Hilo and Notre Dame de Namur University (Belmont, Calif. . (Goswords.com)
Grand Canyon University lures Apollo Group Inc. chief Jun 26, 2008
The president of University of Phoenix parent Apollo Group Inc. is leaving the for-profit education giant for tiny Grand Canyon University, a would-be, crosstown rival with a fraction of the revenue and students. Brian Mueller's sudden resignation from Apollo and hiring as CEO of Grand Canyon Education Inc. were announced simultaneously by the Phoenix-based companies on Wednesday. (AZCentral -- Business)
Grand Canyon University preps for IPO as Apollo group execs join team Jun 26, 2008
However, Michael Clifford, who was instrumental in purchasing Grand Canyon University in 2003 before it was set to close its doors, said Phoenix is a hot bed for online talent ... "Brian's charge is to continue building Grand Canyon University into the model university of the 21st century," said Richardson in a note to employees. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
A Fun Way of Experiencing the Zoo -- New Picture Book Provides You a View of the Various Animals At the Zoo From the Perspective of a Visitor Jun 21, 2008
She is currently pursing an MBA with Grand Canyon University. She is an active public speaker, Certified Software Test Engineer, and an Advent Photographer specializing in animals and plants. (Primezone Releases)
Wrights track Jun 20, 2008
At the end of the regular season, all five league teams will play at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix to determine which team will represent the league in the NBC national tournament. The level of play is a step up in the new league, Hammett said. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Chivas ticket info. Jun 9, 2008
The NPSL Sahuaros will play the Seattle Sounders at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Grand Canyon University in the first round of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. Type Size. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Status: Critical nursing shortage Jun 4, 2008
"Nursing is the backbone of health care," said Fran Roberts, Grand Canyon University's vice president overseeing the college of nursing and health sciences ... Grand Canyon University, a for-profit university in Phoenix, expandedenrollment 500 percent over the past four years, graduating more than 1,000 nurses each year. (AZCentral -- Business)
Strong AZ footing Jun 1, 2008
Grand Canyon University started an NCAA Division II program last season, joining ASU and Embry-Riddle, an NAIA school in Prescott, as the state's third college program. The Sophomore Nationals Wrestling Tournament in April indicated that Arizona's Class of 2010 should be one of its best ever. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Regional Roundup May 28, 2008
Jarred McDonald 28,000 over four years from Grand Canyon University. Richard Hawkins 6,000 over four years from the Firefighters' AssociationPacific Union College Merit Scholarships. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Lax school spending May 17, 2008
Another $150,000 was paid out for two tuition payments for students enrolled at Grand Canyon University, without proper expla nation. The auditors also raised their eyebrows over former Trenton Schools Superintendent James Lytle receiving new office furniture totaling $2,332 and a Chevy sedan worth $17,150 in 2005, without requesting bids. (NJ.com -- Times)
Decision expected Monday on offer for Myers University May 16, 2008
His company's most notable educational acquisition to date has been the purchase of Grand Canyon University in Arizona in 2004 ... Grand Canyon University already is accredited, but Kinser said buying Myers would allow those investors to diversify. (Cleveland.com)
Grand Canyon U. filing for IPO status May 15, 2008
The parent of Grand Canyon University, a rapidly growing for-profit school, hopes to become Arizona's second publicly traded education company ... Business: Owns for-profit Grand Canyon University, which offers degrees in education, business and health care at its Phoenix campus and online. (AZCentral -- Business)
Grand Canyon University files $230M IPO May 15, 2008
Grand Canyon University, a private Christian college in Phoenix, filed an S-1 registration statement Tuesday with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for a $230 million public offering. The money will be used to pay back original shareholders' loans and pay off bills, as well as to expand, according to the prospectus on file with the SEC. Plans call for listing the common stock on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol "LOPE.". (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Western fourth after first day at NCAA II West Regional May 6, 2008
(host Grand Canyon University). The third-seeded Vikings shot a first-round 319, led by (So. (Wwuvikings.com)
$12 mil shelter to aid homeless moms, kids May 5, 2008
Brenda Combs, an instructor at Grand Canyon University who was once a homeless mother, plans to volunteer at Changing Lives. "I was homeless off and on for about 10 years," she said. (AZCentral)
At long last, 8 from tribe fulfill their dream May 3, 2008
That's why eight members of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, ranging in age from 54 to 72, plan to walk across the stage at today's Grand Canyon University commencement and pick up their master's degrees ... He found the Master of Science in Leadership Program at Grand Canyon University ... The graduates from the Salt River Community are a part of a huge group of Grand Canyon University students who combine online classes with traditional face-to-face classes. (AZCentral -- News)
GCC’s Maddux puts up high numbers in conference May 2, 2008
Grand Canyon University is really interested in her and she ll definitely come back next year. She a captain and has a good head on her shoulders. (Peoria Times, AZ)
Vikings to make sixth straight regional appearance May 2, 2008
(host Grand Canyon University) ... West: The Legacy Golf Resort Phoenix, Arizona Grand Canyon University, host May 5-7. (Wwuvikings.com)
Growing Valley firms receive $80 mil in venture capital Apr 19, 2008
Grand Canyon University, the Phoenix college that private investor Brent Richardson bought in 2004 and converted to a for-profit school, received $7 ... Significant Education Inc., dba as Grand Canyon University, Phoenix: $7. (AZCentral -- Business)
At 60, tennis player still nets wins on college level Apr 15, 2008
"We have a new scholarship player," he told his Grand Canyon University women's tennis team. Yeah. (USA Today -- Sports)
High School Wins $25K For Ultimate Prom Apr 12, 2008
The contest was sponsored by Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona. Copyright 2008 by. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
L A T E S T N E W S 4/9/082008 Hawaiian Airlines PacWest Women's Tennis Championship Apr 10, 2008
Grand Canyon University also has a championship history having captured the NAIA national title in 1981 during its first season of eligibility. The Antelopes were 20-8 that year. (Goswords.com)
Jeff Long Ties For 19th At Wyoming Classic Apr 9, 2008
UC Davis won the tournament by three strokes over Grand Canyon University. ODU returns to action, Apriil 14 and 15 when they compete in the Palisades Collegiate in Charlotte, NC.. (Odusports.com)
Guerrero and Long Lead ODU At Wyoming Classic Apr 9, 2008
Grand Canyon University leads the field at 548, while Nate Pistacchio of UC Davis and Paul Peterson of Oregon State shot 134 and are tied for first. Wyoming Cowboy Classic Dates: 04/07-04/08, 2008 Round: 2 Par-Yardage: 70-7133 Team Scores 1 Grand Canyon Univ. 274 274 548 -12 2 UC Davis 273 279 552 -8 3 Idaho, Univ. of 279 281 560 E Utah, Univ. of 276 284 560 E 5 Oregon State U. 283 279 562 +2 6 UC Santa Barbara 281 284 565 +5 North Texas, U. of 278 287 565 +5 8 Boise State Univ. 287 281 568 +8 9... (Odusports.com)
Men's Golf Finishes Day One At Cowboy Open Apr 9, 2008
Grand Canyon University is the current leader with 548 strokes. Leading the Bears is freshman who is tied in 50th place with 144 strokes in individual competition. (Uncbears.com)
Western finishes fourth at Grand Canyon Invitational Apr 2, 2008
Everett) tied for second in medalist play and the Western Washington University men's golf team placed fourth among 21 teams at the Grand Canyon University Thunderbird Invitational Tournament which ended Tuesday at the Palm Valley Golf Course. The Vikings, seventh nationally in the latest Golf World/NIKE/Golf Coaches Association of America NCAA Division II Top 25, shot an even par 288 to finish with a 54-hole total of 864. (Wwuvikings.com)
Western tied for third at Grand Canyon Spring Invitational Apr 1, 2008
- The Western Washington University men's golf team shot even par and is tied for third, 12 strokes off the lead, among 21 teams heading into Tuesday's final round at the Grand Canyon University Spring Invitational Tournament being held at the Palm Valley Golf Course. The Vikings, seventh nationally in the latest Golf World/NIKE/Golf Coaches Association of America NCAA Division II Top 25, posted rounds of 295 and 281 on Monday for a 36-hole total of 576. (Wwuvikings.com)
Cowgirl Soccer Completes Coaching Staff Mar 26, 2008
Green has 16 years of playing experience including being ranked as high as second in the nation at Mesa Community College under Sanchez and at Grand Canyon University. In high school, Green was a team captain at Chandler High School and was a member of the Arizona All-State team and a first team all-region selection. (Wyomingathletics.com)
Western moves up four spots to place fifth at Grand Canyon tourney Mar 26, 2008
Marysville/Marysville-Pilchuck) fired a 1-under par 71 to tie for fifth in medalist play, helping the nationally ranked Vikings move up four places and finish fifth among 18 teams at the Grand Canyon University Women's Golf Invitational Tournament which ended Tuesday at the Palm Valley Golf Club. The Vikings, ranked No.18 in the latest Golf World/National Golf Coaches Association/NCAA Division II Coaches Top 25, shot a final-round 308 to finish with a 36-hole total of 628. (Wwuvikings.com)
New program in Rio Rico Mar 26, 2008
After high school, Olague plans to continue at Pima Community College or Grand Canyon University, she said. Her interest in medicine took shape at Rio Rico. (Nogales International, AZ)
L A T E S T N E W S 3/24/08WSB: CUH Split Double Header Match Up With Grand Canyon University Mar 25, 2008
WSB: CUH Split Double Header Match Up With Grand Canyon University :: Carolyn Fisher and Brandi Sasaki Both Homer In Battle with Antelopes ... WSB: CUH Split Double Header Match Up With Grand Canyon University ... Phoenix, AZ- Chaminade had won eight games in a row prior to taking on Grand Canyon University today. (Goswords.com)
Western ninth after first-day play at Grand Canyon Invitational Mar 25, 2008
Bellevue/Skyline) shot a 6-over par 78 and the nationally ranked Vikings are ninth among 18 teams following first-day action Monday at the Grand Canyon University Women's Golf Invitational Tournament being played at the Palm Valley Golf Club. The second and final round is Tuesday. (Wwuvikings.com)
Ballard new MCC hoops coach Mar 25, 2008
Most recently, he assisted Grand Canyon University men's basketball coach Scott Mossman this past season. "I've always thought Mesa was a great job," said Ballard, who thanked former MCC coaching greats Tom Bennett and Royce Youree for their support through the years. (AZCentral -- Sports)
CUH WSB: CUH on a Role Winning Eight Games in a Row Mar 23, 2008
The team travels for the next week and will take on Grand Canyon University and also they will play in a softball tournament in Stanislaus, CA. The Silverswords next home game is on April 12th when they take on undefeated Hawaii Pacific University, first pitch is set for 12:00PM.. (Goswords.com)
Redmond becomes Sierra Vista's fire chief Mar 15, 2008
He earned a bachelor of science degree from the University of Phoenix in 1999, and a master of science degree from Grand Canyon University in 2007. Redmond has been the deputy fire chief since 2002, and was the training officer/battalion chief from 1999 to 2002. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Building football program a work in progress for GCU Mar 6, 2008
Grand Canyon University is leaning toward pushing back the start of playing its first football season to 2010 after evaluating all that is involved in starting an NCAA Division II program. Athletic Director Keith Baker said it his recommendation to start in 2010, instead of 2009 as it was initially planned. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Western finishes fifth at St. Edward's Invitational Mar 5, 2008
Western next competes at the Grand Canyon University Invitational on March 24-25. (Wwuvikings.com)
Bencomo wins at Senior All-Stars Dual Mar 3, 2008
Their matchup was part of Sunday's 2008 Senior All-Stars Dual, which was sponsored by USA Arizona Wrestling, at Grand Canyon University and was premier match of 22 competed. In an ideal setup the state would have no more than two state titles per weight class instead of the six that it has now, which is laughed at nationally when there are less than 220 wrestling schools in the state. (AZCentral -- Sports)
MARKAZI: At 60, Sheila Johnson isn't your average student-athlete Feb 29, 2008
Courtesy of Grand Canyon University ... and Prudomme beginning to assemble his first team at Grand Canyon University, yet somehow Johnson's insistence on having Prudhomme as her instructor and his need to recruit the best tennis players in the area led them back to each other. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Wiser nursesCasa Grande Regional offers hospital staff easy-access bachelor's-degree program Feb 23, 2008
While the majority of CGRMC's nurses have an associate degree, the hospital has teamed up with Grand Canyon University to offer a bachelor of science in nursing degree program for its registered nurses ... Based in Phoenix, Grand Canyon University has an online and campus-based enrollment of more than 11,000 students ... Rona Curphy, chief nursing officer at CGRMC, says the hospital's recent partnership with Grand Canyon University in Phoenix will allow nurses to receive a bachelor's degree on... (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Recruiting loss minimal with GCU in football picture Feb 15, 2008
The 15,000-student Division-II Grand Canyon University will host football beginning in 2009, and Glendale Community College football coach Mickey Bell is not too concerned about a big drop in recruits ... Some want their sons to go to a Division-II school and that s where the advantage of Grand Canyon University will come in, Bell said. (Glendale Star, AZ)
Softball Travels to Arizona for Kajikawa Classic Feb 14, 2008
A native of Phoenix, Kelso played her freshman year at Division II Grand Canyon University in Phoenix and her sophomore year with the 2006 NJCAA National Champion Phoenix College. She prepped at Greenway High School in Phoenix coached by Edward McQuade. (Gotigersgo.com)
School offers in-depth studies for firefighters Feb 13, 2008
Editor's note: This article was submitted by Bill Jenkins, director of public relations and communications at Grand Canyon University ... One of the pioneers in this curriculum is at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix. (AZCentral -- News)
Cougar Hardcourters Post Win In Desert Southwest Feb 9, 2008
- In the first of three consecutive matches in the Desert Southwest, the University of Houston women's tennis team overpowered Grand Canyon University, 7-0, to improve to 2-2 on the season. The Cougars allowed just five set points while winning at all five spots at singles and at the two top spots in doubles. (Uhcougars.com)
Grand Canyon's Morrison overcomes illness Feb 8, 2008
He has found it at Grand Canyon University ... Ty Morrison, a 6-foot-8 small forward at Grand Canyon University who nearly died from Grave's Disease, is now one of the top players in his conference. (AZCentral -- Sports)
SV fire chief finalists aim for step up; they see career and other challenges in citys department Feb 3, 2008
Redmond received a bachelor of science degree from the University of Phoenix in 1999, and his master of science degree from Grand Canyon University last year ... He received a bachelor of science degree in fire administration at Cogswell Polytechnic College last year, and his master s degree from Grand Canyon University this year ... Hudson received a bachelor of science from Siena Heights University in 2001, and a master of science degree from Grand Canyon University last year. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
1/31-2/28: Super Bowl events Jan 31, 2008
Grand Canyon University, 3300 W. Camelback Road, Phoenix. $200 for a team of seven. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Grand Canyon to add football Jan 30, 2008
Grand Canyon University announced Tuesday that it is officially adding football to its growing athletic program and has been consulting with two coaches. Athletic Director Keith Baker said the school has been working with one in-state coach and one out-of-state coach to develop a time frame. (AZCentral -- Sports)
L A T E S T N E W S 1/27/08WBB: Silverswords Beaten by Grand Canyon Jan 27, 2008
Phoenix, Az- Mark Twain once said, "The miracle, or the power, that elevates is to be found in their perseverance under the promptings of a brave, determined sprit." CUH concluded it's road trip tonight when they took on Grand Canyon University, they lost 87 to 36. The Silverswords are still in search of their first victory of the season. (Goswords.com)
Bid for Rio Salado College rejected Jan 24, 2008
A California investor behind the purchase of Grand Canyon University has his eyes on Rio Salado College, one of the nation's largest online community colleges and part of Maricopa Community Colleges ... In 2004, Clifford led an investor group that purchased Grand Canyon University for an undisclosed amount at a time when the private university was millions of dollars in debt. (AZCentral -- News)
L A T E S T N E W S 1/20/08WBB: The Silverswords Never Gave Up Tonight Against the Argonauts Jan 20, 2008
They are on the road next week when they travel to Phoenix, Arizona to take on Grand Canyon University on January 25th and 26th. Tip off is set for 5:30PM both nights, with the loss tonight CUH falls to 0-14 overall and 0-7 in the Pacific West Conference. (Goswords.com)
CUH MBB: Make it Eight! Swords Handle NDNU 63-51 Jan 20, 2008
Game time is set for 7:30 PM both nights against Grand Canyon University. (Goswords.com)
Canadian schools may compete in DII Jan 18, 2008
George, Utah; 7,000), Grand Canyon University (Phoenix, Ariz. 13,000), University of Hawaii at Hilo (3,045), Hawaii Pacific University (Honolulu; 9,000), Notre Dame De Namur University (Belmont, Calif. (Wwuvikings.com)
CUH Women Battle Against Grand Canyon Lose 86-41 Jan 17, 2008
Tonight at home they took on Grand Canyon University and lost 86-41. They were led by and who each had 11 points, also grabbed 7 rebounds for CUH. Chaminade shot 35% on the night and the `Lopes were 52% from the floor. (Goswords.com)
L A T E S T N E W S 1/16/08WBB: CUH Still In Search of First Win Jan 16, 2008
The Silverswords next game is against Grand Canyon University on January 16th @ 5:30PM at McCabe Gym. With the loss the Silverswords record is 0-11, 0-4. (Goswords.com)
Escudero nets 1st wrestling title for Grand Canyon Jan 13, 2008
Efrain Escudero became the first Grand Canyon University wrestler to win a tournament championship, beating three NCAA Division I wrestlers Saturday at the Utah Valley Open in Orem, Utah. He won the 157-pound title. (AZCentral -- Sports)
'One Minute Manager' celebrates MBA graduates Jan 12, 2008
A nurse, a law-firm administrator and a trucking-company manager are among one dozen students this week who became the first to complete a new MBA program at Grand Canyon University ... Grand Canyon University, a small liberal arts college at 33rd Avenue and Camelback Road, has seen dramatic changes since it was purchased by a group of investors more than three years ago and converted to a for-profit university ... Among Grand Canyon's first executive MBA graduates is Tracia Smith, who admits... (AZCentral -- Business)
College athletes volunteer for disabled Jan 7, 2008
Editor's note: This article was submitted by Bill Jenkins, Grand Canyon University director of public relations and communications ... A popular volunteer program among Grand Canyon University students is its partnership with the Arizona Recreation Center for the Handicapped (ARCH). (AZCentral -- News)
'No roadblocks' for football in '09 Jan 5, 2008
In four years, Grand Canyon University has gone from the brink of bankruptcy to a booming athletic program that is about to add big-budget football. Chief Executive Officer Brent Richardson, who took over the private Christian school in 2004, resurrected the NCAA Division-II college with an online degree program that has raised enrollment from less than 2,000 to about 15,000, about 13,000 of those being online students who never step foot on campus. (AZCentral -- Sports)
EMC launches disaster recovery service Dec 22, 2007
Grand Canyon University goes with Pillar Pillar Data said Grand Canyon University (GCU) standardized on the Pillar Axiom SAN. The university is running one Axiom in its back office to store student and financial information, and a second one stores the application used to administrate online courses ... Grand Canyon University goes with Pillar Pillar Data said Grand Canyon University (GCU) standardized on the Pillar Axiom SAN. The university is running one Axiom in its back office to store... (Search Storage)
Grand Canyon to host baseball camp Dec 18, 2007
Grand Canyon University will host a baseball camp from Dec. 27-29 at Brazell Stadium. Head coach and former major leaguer Dave Stapleton and his staff will conduct the hitting camp for grades 4-12 in two sessions. (AZCentral -- Sports)
