Wedding announcement: Jennifer Ann Pearce and Patrick Shane Green May 23, 2008
He holds bachelor s degrees in criminal justice and physics from Middle Tennessee State University. He was a member of Kappa Sigma fraternity. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
State bid ends for CA’s Pelletier May 23, 2008
Columbia Academy s junior tennis standout was denied a TSSAA Class A/AA Girls State Tennis championship falling 6-2, 6-3 to Kingston s Murielle Fischer in a quarterfinal match Thursday morning at Middle Tennessee State University. She was solid. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Grand Slam Lifts Florida Atlantic at SBC Championship May 23, 2008
LAFAYETTE, LA - grand slam in the seventh inning broke open a tie game, allowing Florida Atlantic University a 12-7 victory over Middle Tennessee State University on the second day of the Sun Belt Conference Baseball Championship in Lafayette, Louisiana. Florida Atlantic (30-26-1) advances to play again Friday, and assures retiring head coach and the Owls' program of its 10th consecutive 30-win season. (Fausports.com)
FAU Plays Middle Tennessee State Today at SBC Championships May 22, 2008
LAFAYETTE, LA - Florida Atlantic University plays Middle Tennessee State University Thursday morning at the Sun Belt Conference Baseball Championships at M.L. 'Tigue' Moore Field in Lafayette, Louisiana. First pitch is scheduled for 10 a.m. ET. Free audio and play-by-play GAMETRACKER links are accessible on Florida Atlantic's official athletics website (FAUSPORTS.com). (Fausports.com)
Florida Atlantic Suffers Early Loss in Championship's First Round May 22, 2008
Top-seeded University of Louisiana-Monroe (33-22) or eighth-seed Middle Tennessee State University (27-27-1) will be FAU's opponent at 9 a.m. Thursday morning. "Tomorrow is another day," Cooney told his players after the game. (Fausports.com)
Camp provides USM preview May 15, 2008
Changes in plans and career led them to Middle Tennessee State University where he served as a graduate assistant. He became good friends with Fedora who was on the MTSU staff while his wife continued her studies for a degree in education. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Campaigners endure incidents May 14, 2008
But that was not the worst thing to occur since she postponed her sophomore year at Middle Tennessee State University, in part to hopscotch America stumping for Barack Obama. Here's the worst: In Muncie, a factory town in the east-central part of Indiana, Ross and her cohorts were soliciting support for Obama at malls, on street corners and in a Wal-Mart parking lot, and they ran into "a horrible response," as Ross put it, a level of anti-black sentiment that none of them had anticipated. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
MTSU linebackers participate in sleep study May 13, 2008
(AP) - Middle Tennessee State University linebackers are participating in a new sleep study that hopes to shed light on a problem that affects football players. The 16 players have characteristics common to patients who have sleep apnea, a breathing disorder during sleep that causes a decrease or halt in airflow. (WREG.com, TN)
Paulk learned early the need for positive reinforcement May 11, 2008
Education: bachelor's degree from Middle Tennessee State University in 1971, masters in education from University of North Florida in 1974. Work experience: physical education teacher at Charles E. Bennett Elementary School 1971-74. (Florida Times-Union)
BROWN UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCES AGREEMENT WITH NELLIGAN SPORTS MARKETING May 9, 2008
NSM represents some of the elite college properties, including the Pac-10 Conference, the Horizon League, Colorado State University, Eastern Michigan University, Fairfield University, Florida Atlantic University, Indiana State University, University of Louisville, Marquette University, Middle Tennessee State University, Newberry College, Princeton University, Providence College, Rutgers University, University of West Virginia, University of Wisconsin at Green Bay, Wright State University, the... (Brownbears.com)
Athens State official a presidential finalist May 9, 2008
Dr. Robert Glenn, vice president for student affairs and vice provost for enrollment and academic services at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro. Dr. Ronald Hy, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Texas A&M University-Kingsville. (AL.com)
Fed Signals `No Urgency' to Cut Rate Again in Response to Faltering Growth May 2, 2008
They have been quite successful'' in easing the financial crisis, said , a former president of the Atlanta Fed who is now chairman of the finance department at Middle Tennessee State University. There is no reason they couldn't continue to provide liquidity without lowering the fed funds rate,'' he added. (Bloomberg)
FAU Faces Busy End to Regular Season May 2, 2008
BOCA RATON, FL - A three game sweep of Middle Tennessee State University over the weekend now has the Florida Atlantic University softball team on a six-game winning streak heading into the final week of the regular season. FAU will travel to Miami on Friday, May 2 to face Florida International University at 7 p.m. for the second game of their three-game season series before returning to Boca Raton on Saturday, May 3 for the series finale. (Fausports.com)
Universities embrace TVA's growing green power program Apr 23, 2008
Middle Tennessee State University is the program's largest overall purchaser, followed by the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. Copyright 2008 The Associated Press. (WREG.com, TN)
Softball Team Continues Conference Play Apr 23, 2008
BOCA RATON, FL - The Florida Atlantic University softball team will return to Boca Raton for a three-game set against Middle Tennessee State University, after splitting its two series against the University of Louisiana-Lafayette and the University of Louisiana-Monroe. A doubleheader is scheduled for Saturday, April 26 at 6 p.m., and a single game is slated for Sunday, April 27 at 1 p.m.. (Fausports.com)
Brown-Miller joins MNAA diversity office Apr 22, 2008
Brown-Miller has a bachelor's degree in business administration from Middle Tennessee State University. Related Industry News. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
At tax time, illegal immigrants are paying too Apr 11, 2008
Economist William Ford of Middle Tennessee State University says there are no firm figures on how many taxpayers are in that situation. "The real question is how many of them pay more than they owe. There are undoubtedly hundreds of thousands of people in that situation," Ford said. (MSNBC -- Business)
Amber Holt picked 9th in WNBA draft Apr 11, 2008
Holt, a senior at Middle Tennessee State University, led the nation in scoring at 27. 4 points, and was selected by the Connecticut Sun. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Lucky number 7 Apr 11, 2008
The University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Middle Tennessee State University, Tennessee Tech University, Austin Peay State University, the University of Memphis and the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga have all made decisive efforts to "go green." Combined, these six universities generate $1. 6 million annually for energy efficiency/ conservation, renewable energy, and other sustainability projects (climateaction. (East Tennessean, TN)
Redhawks Host the Blue Raiders for an Afternoon Doubleheader Apr 9, 2008
- (Tuesday, April 8, 2008) The Southeast Missouri State Redhawks conclude their five game homestand with a non-conference doubleheader at Southeast Softball Complex against Middle Tennessee State University. The Redhawks are 2-1 during the homestand after splitting a doubleheader against Tennessee State on Saturday and winning the finale on Sunday to improve to 6-1 at the "Plex". (Gosoutheast.com)
County official squares off against state rep. Apr 5, 2008
The 2nd District seat is the most fiercely contested with Columbia-resident James B. Morrison and Cory Brunson, a 19-year-old Middle Tennessee State University student, vying to unseat incumbent Chet Rhodes. Rob Burcham, who owns a T-shirt and sign design company, will face off against Dwayne Eugene Kelley, a carrier for The Daily Herald, for the seat held by Greg Ladd. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
James Eddie "Dickie" Hagood Apr 3, 2008
He went on to graduate from Middle Tennessee State University where he received his Bachelor's degree and later earned his Master of Science in Education-History from NC Ae University. He served the Caswell County School System for 30 years where he taught History and was the Physical Education teacher and coach. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Angela Tisdale a Finalist for All-America Honors Mar 28, 2008
C, 6'3 Kristi Cirone, Illinois State University, Jr, G, 5'8 Sylvia Fowles, Louisiana State University, Sr, C, 6'6 Devanei Hampton, University of California, Berkeley, Jr., F, 6'3 Amber Holt, Middle Tennessee State University, Sr., F, 6'0 Alexis Hornbuckle, University of Tennessee, Sr., G, 5'11 Tasha Humphrey, University of Georgia, Sr., F, 6'3 Amanda Jackson, Miami University (Ohio), Sr., G, 5'9 Crystal Kelly, Western Kentucky University, Sr., F, 6'3 Crystal Langhorne, University of Maryland,... (Baylorbears.com)
Locals help Martin roll to their glory Mar 28, 2008
After Bobby Hines swung a sizzling bat from the left side in all the youth leagues plus Columbia Central, Post 19 and Columbia State, he went on to Middle Tennessee State University where he was a standout in 1978-79. Now Bobby s son Nathan, who prepped at Murfreesboro Oakland, is showing similar skills at MTSU where he leads the Blue Raiders with a. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
McCoughtry Named a Finalist for the WBCA/State Farm All-America Team Mar 25, 2008
Amber Holt Middle Tennessee State University Sr. F 6'0. Alexis Hornbuckle University of Tennessee Sr. G 5'11. (Uoflsports.com)
Donations sought for Central High School’s Project Graduation Mar 25, 2008
Other expenses include rental of the Middle Tennessee State University Recreation Center, transportation, food, entertainment and scholarships for students who need help with registration fees. I would like to thank local businesses and individuals for their continued support of this project, said Peggy Richardson, one of the Project Graduation organizers. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Local horseman inducted into TWHNC Hall of Fame Mar 10, 2008
After attending Middle Tennessee State University, Walker returned to Columbia to make his home. Growing up in Mt. Pleasant provided him another opportunity meeting the former Nancy Woody, who has been his wife for more than 52 years. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Help Available to Tennessee Small Businesses With SBA Disaster Business Loan Applications Mar 8, 2008
"Tennessee SBDC's certified business counselors are experienced in helping business owners with their business loan applications," said Tennessee SBDC State Director, Patrick Geho, "Our staff is always ready to help Tennessee business owners in getting the needed assistance." The Centers are open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; small business owners should make an appointment prior to visiting one of the Centers below: Jackson State Community College 197 Auditorium Street Jackson,... (PR Newswire)
Baseball falls to Middle Tennessee State, 7-3 Mar 6, 2008
- Nathan Hines went 3-for-4 with three runs scored, a double, home run and one RBI to lead Middle Tennessee State University (7-1-1) to a 7-3 win over Southern Illinois (3-5) earlier today at Reese Smith Field. Hines led off with an extra base hit and scored in each of the first and third innings before helping set up the Blue Raiders' go-ahead run in the seventh. (Siusalukis.com)
Women's Basketball Opens up Sun Belt Conference Tournament Wednesday Mar 5, 2008
In the last four games, Bowe averaged 16 points per contest, including a career-high 23-point ballgame on February 23 against Middle Tennessee State University. ASU (18-11, 13-5 Sun Belt) is lead by Veronica Smith who averages just under 10 points per game. (Fausports.com)
Cartwright to receive NFF’s Kramer Award Mar 2, 2008
u John Pointer, former Columbia Lions, Vanderbilt, Canadian Football League and NFL player and currently an assistant director for the Blue Raider Alumni Athletic Association at Middle Tennessee State University ... u Ed Zaunbrecher, former Columbia Lions, Middle Tennessee State University player and former collegiate head coach at Northeast Louisiana and a former assistant coach at LSU, Florida, Marshall, Wake Forest and Arizona. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Women's Basketball Wraps Up Conference Play This Week Feb 27, 2008
On Saturday, February 23, FAU came within three seconds of getting its second-consecutive win and the program's first against Middle Tennessee State University. However, a late three pointer by the Blue Raiders elevated them to an 89-84 overtime victory against the Owls. (Fausports.com)
Softball falls to Blue Raiders at Middle Tennessee Classic Feb 25, 2008
- The Southern Illinois University softball team dropped its second game of the weekend this morning with a 6-0 loss to Middle Tennessee State University. With the loss the Salukis' record falls to 9-4. (Siusalukis.com)
Softball downs Skyhawks in game two of Middle Tennessee Classic, 14-1 Feb 24, 2008
The Salukis will be back in action tomorrow as they take on Middle Tennessee State University at 11 a.m.. "We've talked about not letting our guard down and making sure we come out and play every game tough," said Blaylock. (Siusalukis.com)
Track and field place 16 at MTSU meet Feb 14, 2008
Both the men's and women's track team finished with 16 top ten finishes along with four top sports in the Valentine Invitational at Middle Tennessee State University. In the women's races, sophomore Shelley Taylor, Cohutta, Ga. (The University Echo, TN)
Bulldogs Open Second Half of WCC Play Feb 6, 2008
Amber Holt of Middle Tennessee State University is leading the nation in points at 26. 8, while Liz Sherwood of Vanderbilt has the best field goal percentage at 66. (Gozags.com)
Bulldogs Welcome Saint Mary's, Santa Clara Jan 30, 2008
Amber Holt of Middle Tennessee State University is leading the nation in points at 27. 1. (Gozags.com)
Lunch Bunch donates to MRH Pediatric Unit Jan 29, 2008
Sondra Wilson, a senior at Middle Tennessee State University, plans to toss her hat in the ring and seek election as MTSU s Student Government Association president. She currently serves as student commissioner on the Tennessee Higher Education. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
MTSU senior seeks to help students achieve education Jan 28, 2008
Sondra Wilson, a senior at Middle Tennessee State University, plans to toss her hat in the ring and seek election as MTSU s Student Government Association president ... Sondra Wilson, a 21-year-old Middle Tennessee State University senior, received an appointment by Gov. Phil Bredesen to serve as student regent on the Tennessee Board of Regents (2005-2006). (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
WMS, CHS students compete in Honors Band Jan 27, 2008
Whitthorne Middle School and Central High School band students participated in the Middle Tennessee School Band and Orchestra Association s 2008 Mid-State Honors Bands Jan. 10-12 at Middle Tennessee State University and Siegel High School in Murfreesboro. Mid-state students competed in December at McGavock High School in Nashville to place in this event. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Board member wants state ruling on prayer Jan 26, 2008
John Vile, chair of the political science department at Middle Tennessee State University, said the issue has not been completely settled by the U.S. Supreme Court. It s quite possible that if you were in another circuit you would get a different decision, or if the U.S. Supreme Court took it, they wouldn t necessarily feel bound simply because there is one circuit court decision out there, Vile said. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Tennis teams trounce Lipscomb Jan 25, 2008
The men travel to Middle Tennessee State University Saturday and the Lady Mocs take on Western Kentucky in Bowling Green, Ky. Feb. 2. (The University Echo, TN)
Scout builds cabinet for Boys & Girls club Jan 22, 2008
Upon graduation, he plans to attend Middle Tennessee State University. Nick became a Tiger Cub Scout in the first grade and then received the Arrow of Light Award the highest rank award given to a Cub Scout upon graduation from Cub Scouts before joining the Boy Scout program in Columbia. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
FAU Announces 2008 Football Schedule Jan 18, 2008
The Hilltopers immediately showed their strength with a '07 victory over Middle Tennessee State University. The Owls will then play host to the University of Louisiana-Lafayette on Saturday, October 25 before traveling to Middle Tennessee State University on Saturday, November 1, the site of FAU's first Division I-A victory. (Fausports.com)
FAU Women's Basketball Plays Two Games This Week Jan 16, 2008
She had another solid week for FAU, averaging 16 points and seven-and-one-half rebounds per contest last week against Middle Tennessee State University and Troy University. Thursday night's contest can be heard for free on fausports. (Fausports.com)
Collinwood faces tough stretch Jan 14, 2008
Highly-touted Abby Andrews, who signed preseason with Middle Tennessee State University, had 10 points, five rebounds and three assists. Allie Ward had 10 points as did sub Summer Thompson, who also had seven rebounds. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
FAU Women's Basketball Face Tough Divisional Foes This Week Jan 10, 2008
The Owls travel to Middle Tennessee State University for an 8 p.m. Thursday contest, before coming back to FAU arena to play host to Troy University at 3 p.m. on Saturday, January 12. MTSU is 8-7 overall and 3-1 in the Sun Belt, and recently received two votes in the USA Today/ESPN Top 25 Poll after upsetting eighth-ranked Louisiana State University 67-56 on December 28. (Fausports.com)
Women's Basketball Begins WCC Action Jan 9, 2008
Amber Holt, of Middle Tennessee State University, is the leading scorer in the nation averaging 26. 1 points, while Courtney Paris, of Oklahoma, is the top rebounder in the nation averaging 16. (Gozags.com)
MP readies for another round of manager interviews Jan 5, 2008
He received his bachelor degree in social science from Middle Tennessee State University. The applicants not currently scheduled for an interview Kenneth Hinson of Lawrenceburg; Alan Faneca of Summertown; Randal Jones of Ashland City, ; H. Bradley Moffitt of Unicoi ; Lorie Langley of Culleoka; Roland Childers of Lawrenceburg; Ron Baker of Spring Hill, Fla. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Lewisburg gets funds for historical building Dec 31, 2007
It s a very important piece of architecture to preserve, said Brown, who also teaches history at Middle Tennessee State University. It s rare for the United States. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Zags Travel to #1 Tennessee on Sunday Dec 14, 2007
UT will face Middle Tennessee State University on Thursday, Dec. 13 before hosting the Bulldogs. ALL-TIME AGAINST TENNESSEE: The University of Tennessee won the only meeting between the two schools with a 79-65 victory on Nov. 25, 2005 at the Paradise Jam. (Gozags.com)
Provost named Dec 7, 2007
MACOMB - "Jack" Jackie Thomas, senior vice provost for academic affairs and professor of English at Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, has been named provost and academic vice president at Western Illinois University, effective Jan. 1, 2008 ... Thomas has served as senior vice provost at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), enrollment 23,000, since July 2006. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Popham to play for middle Tennessee Dec 6, 2007
Third baseman for the Rockmart Lady Jackets softball team, Kaycee Popham, signed with Middle Tennessee State University on Nov. 27. This year alone, Popham batted at. (Rockmart Journal, GA)
Eagles fly from Heritage Dec 6, 2007
The Eagles (11-3) will duel defending state champ Smyrna (11-3) at 7 p.m. at Middle Tennessee State University s Johnny Floyd Stadium. Many of these seniors played for me at Heritage, Eubanks said at Monday s press conference at the Nashville Airport Marriott. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Dress code, safety relationship unclear Dec 3, 2007
Kathy Burriss, a professor of elementary and special education at Middle Tennessee State University, said she visited several schools in Maryland that implemented uniforms and other reforms. She said, based on her observations and discussions with administrators, the implementation of uniforms had a positive effect on both academics and discipline by reducing competition and bullying associated with clothing. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Mary Baldwin, 88, found families for children Nov 29, 2007
Mrs. Baldwin earned a psychology degree at Middle Tennessee State University and taught school before she moved to Atlanta in the 1940s with her late husband, John A. Baldwin. She worked for the American Red Cross and Fulton County's family services department before settling in at DeKalb County's adoption office. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Retrial in Marine training mishap begins Nov 28, 2007
He moved back to his native Tennessee, and is attending Middle Tennessee State University. Neil said Klingler did not fight his discharge because "he really just didn't want to stay in the Marine Corps.". (North County Times)
Chattanooga Valley Elementary beats the market and its competition Nov 24, 2007
It s the Tennessee Division Stock Market game sponsored by the Chattanooga Times Free Press, First Tennessee Bank and Middle Tennessee State University. Mark McCormack, the school s gifted student instructor, first became familiar with the stock market game when his son, Ryan, was involved while in Alabama. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Time to fill Ford pickups with food for the less fortunate Nov 23, 2007
The Central Missouri team is now eligible to compete in the national SAFECON competition to be held at Middle Tennessee State University in May. Justin LeTempt, son of Jill LeTempt, of Rolla, is a member of the top-finishing team. (Rolla Daily News, MO)
Troy University plans to honor veterans Tuesday Nov 20, 2007
Men and women of the U.S military will be recognized by Troy University at Movie Gallery Veterans Stadium on Tuesday during the football game against Middle Tennessee State University. The University has honored the members of armed forces since 2005 in tribute to Veterans Day for one home game in November. (Troy Messenger, AL)
Calm and efficient Nov 18, 2007
Education: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Tennessee Technological University; MBA, Middle Tennessee State University. Outside work: Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Mississippi board of directors, Sunday school teacher. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Owens inks with WKU; Andrews, Glidden sign Nov 15, 2007
Amy Brown, second-year head coach of the Lady Eagles, was in Murfreesboro for the team s game with Middle Tennessee State University and was thus unable to comment ... Abby Andrews, a two-year all-state player for Collinwood, signed with Middle Tennessee State University Wednesday ... Middle Tennessee State University coach Rick Insell is happy to have Andrews for his future teams and terms her as a winner. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Williams signs, sets focus on Warriors Nov 15, 2007
It was last March on a Friday morning that DeMario Williams junior basketball season came to a close in the semifinals of the TSSAA Class A State Tournament at Murphy Center on the Middle Tennessee State University campus in Murfreesboro. Williams signed the official national letter of intent scholarship to MTSU Wednesday to assure himself a chance to play in Murphy Center again, but now the goal of the multi-sport athlete is to help his Culleoka Warriors return to the state tournament and... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Thompson ahead of Hillary Nov 14, 2007
Former U.S. Senator Fred Thompson would beat Hillary Clinton by 8 percent in his home state of Tennessee, according to a poll by Middle Tennessee State University. Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani and Clinton would be in a dead heat, according to the same poll. (Seantobia Democrat, MS)
MSU opens African-American studies program Nov 11, 2007
Your students will be able to make a significant contribution to the world in the great tradition of education and diversity, Dr. Jacqui Wade, a leading African-American studies professor from Middle Tennessee State University, told a standing-room-only crowd in the John Grisham Room Friday afternoon in MSU's Memorial Library during the inauguration of the university's first African-American studies program. The college now offers a minor in the field. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
