NU regents pass fire safety plan Sep 8, 2007
LINCOLN The University of Nebraska Board of Regents on Thursday ruled that all NU housing must be equipped with sprinklers by the year 2017, another sign of the state's stepped-up fire safety efforts after a fatal fire at Nebraska Wesleyan University last year. With the regents' mandate, some 750,000 square feet of university housing is set to be fitted with sprinklers over the next decade. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Powell moves outside — for a year Aug 31, 2007
Tim Wilmes (Bedford) will be a 6-2, 255-pound sophomore on the offensive line at Nebraska Wesleyan University, located in Lincoln, Neb. Josh Winebrenner (East Union) is a 6-5, 190-pound wide receiver at Graceland University. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Wesleyan Fraternity Goes Dry Aug 23, 2007
-- A fraternity on the Nebraska Wesleyan University campus decided to go dry this fall. The school allows 21-year-olds to drink on campus, but fraternity Theta Chi is banning alcohol. (7 KETV Omaha)
More than just a game Jul 28, 2007
The South camp is at Doane College in Crete, while the North camp is at Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln. There are many activities for players and their families during the week-plus as well as a pregame banquet and annual Shrine Bowl parade in Lincoln. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Pawnee City graduate helps make history Jun 29, 2007
LINCOLN Pawnee City graduate Jed Droge helped Nebraska Wesleyan University make history recently. Droge was one of three mens track and field athletes from Wesleyan to be named to the ESPN The Magazine Academic All-American Team as selected by the College Sports Information Directors Association. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Along the way, coach shares life skills, too Jun 28, 2007
Jerry McGinn, in the press box at the Nebraska Wesleyan University stadium, is a nationally recognized motivational speaker who will speak at Cedar Bluffs High School on July 9 as part of the Life Skills and Football Drills Camp ... While in the press box at Nebraska Wesleyan University recently, McGinn recalled highlights spanning four decades. (Fremont Tribune, NE)
Hesser Named CSU Athletics Marketing Coordinator Jun 12, 2007
" Hesser also served as an assistant baseball coach at USF. After a 2005 finish of 3-39, he helped guide the Cougars to set the school record in single season wins (31) in 2006 and a conference championship in 2007. Originally from Lincoln, Neb., Hesser earned his undergraduate degree in Sport Management at Nebraska Wesleyan University. As a student he interned for minor league baseball's New Jersey Cardinals and the Lincoln Saltdogs of the American Baseball Association.. (Csuvikings.com)
Anderson Named To National Football Foundation Inaugural Honor Society Jun 5, 2007
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Nebraska Wesleyan University Recognition Scholarship ... Nebraska Wesleyan University President Scholarship ... Nebraska Wesleyan University Founder's Scholarship. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Wesleyan Fraternity Suspended Apr 26, 2007
-- A fraternity at Nebraska Wesleyan University has been suspended by its national chapter. Earlier this month, Lincoln police arrested three people in connection with a fatal fraternity fire last fall at the college. (7 KETV Omaha)
Beatrice Educational Foundation presents scholarships Apr 25, 2007
Eis, daughter of Tom and Rhonda Eis, plans to attend Nebraska Wesleyan University, majoring in biology ... Keyes, daughter of Gary and Deb Keyes, will be a student at Nebraska Wesleyan University, majoring in business and accounting. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
DNA analyst continues tough work to get justice Apr 19, 2007
Two years later, she graduated from Nebraska Wesleyan University with a master s degree in forensic science. After UNL, she worked in a lab, looking at proteins to help develop vaccines. (Fremont Tribune, NE)
Achievements for April 15, 2007 Apr 17, 2007
Joe Gow is the 10th chancellor of UW-L, arriving from Nebraska Wesleyan University (Lincoln, Nebraska) where he most recently served as interim president. He also served as provost and dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences since 2004. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Wesleyan fraternity member arrested for attempted arson Apr 15, 2007
LINCOLN (AP) A member of the Nebraska Wesleyan University fraternity gutted by a fatal blaze in November was arrested Friday for attempted arson, but not in connection with fire the that killed a fellow student. Twenty-two-year-old Brandon Lovegrove, a senior from Grafton, was lodged in Lancaster County Jail for attempted first-degree arson, hazing, illegal possession of fireworks and unlawful throwing of fireworks. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
3 Face Charges Related To Fatal Fraternity Fire Apr 14, 2007
Nebraska Wesleyan University also released a statement. It said it has cooperated with the investgation and will continue to work with investigators. (7 KETV Omaha)
Clear lock on a second title Mar 18, 2007
She easily won with a leap of 5-7, making her Division 3's first back-to-back high-jump champion since 1989-90, when Kim Oden did it for Nebraska Wesleyan University. Harlow's performance was a half-inch higher than her closest competitor's. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
NABC to present Eleventh Annual Outstanding Service Award for Division III Mar 15, 2007
This year's honorees are Bob Johnson Basketball Coach at Emory & Henry College (VA)), Gary Smith Basketball Coach at University of Redlands (CA), and Ira Zeff Director of Athletics at Nebraska Wesleyan University (NE) ... He has been the Director of Athletics at Nebraska Wesleyan University for the past 9 years. (Nabc.com)
Lady Blue Jays punchless in losses Mar 14, 2007
The Westminster College softball team managed just two hits in a pair of losses to Nebraska Wesleyan University on Saturday at Blue Jay Field. The Blue Jays (3-7) got hits from Sam Pecher and Beth Hancock in an 8-0 opening los. (Fulton Sun, MO)
WP: Hagelconsiders2008 bid Jan 26, 2007
Last month, he spoke at Nebraska Wesleyan University and the University of Nebraska at Lincoln, and he is to receive an honorary degree from the College of William and Mary next month. Ambassadors and foreign officials visit his office regularly. (MSNBC -- Politics)
UNL And Wesleyan Updating Sprinkler Systems In Residence Halls Jan 9, 2007
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is joining Nebraska Wesleyan University in updating residence hall sprinkler systems. In November, NWU student Ryan Stewart of Ord was killed in a fire at Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity, which did not have sprinklers. (Nebraska Statepaper)
Huskers' national title, other team, individual honors among highlights Dec 28, 2006
Beatrice graduate and Nebraska Wesleyan University junior Chris Dunker was named as the NCAA Division III Central Region Athlete of the Year in mens cross country. Dunker won the Central Region individual championship, helping Wesleyan qualify for the national meet. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
State titles among highlights at season's ends Dec 27, 2006
Beatrice graduate Jon Deines helped lead Nebraska Wesleyan University to a national title in mens golf and was also named to his second all-American selection. Lady Orange tennis player Jamie Gay advanced to the semifinals of the Class B State High School Tennis Championships, but fell and ended up finishing fourth overall. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Sprinkler fund gift a class act by incoming UW-L chancellor Dec 12, 2006
Here s an example of a class act by Nebraska Wesleyan University interim President Joe Gow, who soon will become University of Wisconsin-La Crosse chancellor. Gow has donated a 24,000 farewell bonus to a fund to install sprinklers in Nebraska Wesleyan s fraternity houses. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Fires spark violation crackdown Dec 5, 2006
Louis and Nebraska Wesleyan University. A University of Pittsburgh student also died Nov. 17 after an apartment building caught fire. (The State News, MI)
Fraternity Member Memorialized Dec 1, 2006
-- Hundreds of mourners gathered at a church near the Nebraska Wesleyan University campus in Lincoln on Thursday to remember Ryan Stewart, 19. Stewart was killed two weeks ago in a fraternity fire at the Phi Kappa Tau house. (7 KETV Omaha)
Four deputies pull Florida man from alligator's jaws; victim loses part of arm Nov 30, 2006
5-inch firecrackers and larger fireworks at the Phi Kappa Tau house at Nebraska Wesleyan University. Assistant Police Chief Jim Peschong said it would be "very inappropriate" to assume the fireworks caused the fire. (North County Times)
Deadly fire at Mo. frat house Nov 30, 2006
Louis campus killed a student early yesterday, less than two weeks after a fatal blaze at the home of a Nebraska Wesleyan University fraternity. Three students lived at the Pi Kappa Alpha house in St. Louis, and two got out when the fire broke out around 3:30 a.m., university spokesman Bob Samples said. (Newsday -- Nation)
Wesleyan Expresses Concern Over Items Found In Frat House Nov 30, 2006
-- Nebraska Wesleyan University's president said on Wednesday that he's deeply concerned about items found in the Phi Kappa Tau fraternity house, which were outlined in an affidavit obtained on Tuesday by KETV NewsWatch 7 ... Nebraska Wesleyan University President Joe Gow issued a statement on Wednesday that said it is "deeply concerned about the content of the search warrant. Fireworks (and) marijuana ... should not be present in university housing ... When the investigations are completed, the... (7 KETV Omaha)
Funeral Saturday For Fraternity-Fire Victim Nov 23, 2006
-- Funeral services will be held Saturday for a Nebraska Wesleyan University student killed in a Friday fire. Ryan Stewart, 19, perished in the blaze at the Phi Kappa Tau fraternity house. (7 KETV Omaha)
Burned Fraternity House Had Passed Fire Inspection Nov 23, 2006
-- The Nebraska Wesleyan University fraternity house that burned Friday passed a fire inspection just two months ago. Nebraska Wesleyan University spokeswoman Sara Olson said the Phi Kappa Tau fraternity gave university officials a certificate from the city in September verifying that the 78-year-old building met city fire codes. (7 KETV Omaha)
Officials searching for source of frat fire Nov 22, 2006
LINCOLN It could be several days before officials release the cause of the fire that killed a Nebraska Wesleyan University student, the Lancaster County Attorney's Office said Monday ... The Nebraska Wesleyan University Fire Relief Fund is accepting cash, checks, or gift cards to local discount retailers, grocery stores and restaurants ... They can be sent to: University Advancement Office, 310 Smith-Curtis Classroom-Administration Building, Nebraska Wesleyan University, 5000 St. Paul Ave.,... (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Fraternity-Fire Victim Sent Home Nov 22, 2006
-- One of the three Nebraska Wesleyan University students sent to a Lincoln hospital with injuries from the fraternity fire Friday was allowed to go home Tuesday, and the conditions of the other two changed. Aaron McGuire, 20, of Sioux Falls, S.D., was released from St. Elizabeth Regional Medical Center, according to hospital spokeswoman Jan Yaussi. (7 KETV Omaha)
Wesleyan to install sprinklers Nov 21, 2006
LINCOLN All student residence halls and fraternity and sorority houses on the Nebraska Wesleyan University campus will have sprinkler systems installed as soon as funding allows, university interim President Joe Gow said Saturday. Gow made the announcement following comments from the city's fire chief that a sprinkler system might have saved the life of 19-year-old Ryan Stewart of Ord, who died early Friday morning from a fire at a Wesleyan fraternity house that had no sprinkler system. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Mann remains in critical condition Nov 21, 2006
A 22-year-old Nebraska Wesleyan University student from Beatrice remained in critical condition at Saint Elizabeth Regional Medical Center in Lincoln on Monday following an early Friday morning fire at the university. Travis Mann, a 2003 Beatrice High School graduate and a senior at NWU, was one of three residents of the Phi Kappa Tau fraternity house who were critically injured in the fire. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Dunker earns All-America honors Nov 21, 2006
WEST CHESTER, Ohio Nebraska Wesleyan University junior Chris Dunker placed 15th individually to earn All-America honors at the NCAA Division III Cross Country Championship Saturday in West Chester, Ohio. Dunker, a Beatrice graduate, completed the 8K course in 27:14, just 43 seconds behind the winner. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Laptop investigated in fraternity fire Nov 21, 2006
(AP) - Investigators are looking into whether a fire at a fraternity house that killed a Nebraska Wesleyan University student was caused by a faulty laptop computer, an official said Monday. "We're trying to eliminate it as a cause, or confirm it," said Lancaster County Attorney Gary Lacey. (Bakersfield Californian -- Nation)
Fire Marshal: Fire Doesn't Appear Intentional Nov 21, 2006
-- State Fire Marshal Dennis Hohbein said it doesn't appear that the fire that killed a Nebraska Wesleyan University student was started intentionally. Hohbein said a dog that detects the scents of flammable liquids did not pick up any such scents while in the Phi Kappa Tau fraternity house. (7 KETV Omaha)
Officials Investigate Laptop As Cause Of Fire Nov 21, 2006
-- Authorities are investigating whether a laptop may have sparked a fatal fire at a fraternity house at Nebraska Wesleyan University. Lancaster County Attorney Gary Lacey said a laptop found in Ryan Stewart's room at Phi Kappa Tau has been sent for analysis. (7 KETV Omaha)
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(AP) -- It could be several days before officials release the cause of the fire that killed a Nebraska Wesleyan University student, the Lancaster County Attorney's Office said Monday. Evidence at the Phi Kappa Tau fraternity house was still being collected, said a news release from the office, and the work could continue for the next few days. (Sioux City Journal)
Fire At Fraternity House Leaves 1 Student Dead Nov 20, 2006
The fire broke out early Friday at the Phi Kappa Tau house at Nebraska Wesleyan University. At least 39 people were inside the house at the time. (All Headline News)
Investigators Look For Cause Of Deadly Frat House Fire Nov 20, 2006
(November 19, 2006)--Sprinklers will be installed at Nebraska Wesleyan University, after a deadly fire raced through a fraternity house near campus. Nineteen-year-old Ryan Stewart was killed. (KWTX.com, TX)
Cause of Neb. frat house fire probed Nov 19, 2006
AP Photo/BILL WOLF Fireman remain at the scene of an early morning fire at the Phi Kappa Tau fraternity house on the Nebraska Wesleyan University campus in Lincoln, Neb ... The Friday fire at the Phi Kappa Tau fraternity house at Nebraska Wesleyan University killed 19-year-old Ryan Stewart of Ord, Neb. (Bakersfield Californian -- Nation)
Fraternity house fire kills 1, injures 3 Nov 19, 2006
The blaze started around 4 a.m. in a second-story room at the Phi Kappa Tau house at Nebraska Wesleyan University, said Lincoln Fire Chief Dan Wright ... Ashley Regelean, right, a student at Nebraska Wesleyan University, hugs a friend after the fire Friday. (CNN -- US)
Investigators Probe Cause of Frat fire Nov 19, 2006
One student was killed and three others critically injured in Friday's early morning fire at Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln. A fire official says there are unconfirmed reports from neighbors about fireworks. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Nebraska Wesleyan fire kills one student, injures three Nov 18, 2006
After a fire that torched the stately fraternity house at Nebraska Wesleyan University early Friday, some parents got the sort of calls parents fear the most. A Nebraska Wesleyan University student, 19-year-old Ryan Stewart of Ord, died Friday from injuries suffered in the fire, said Jan Yaussi, a spokeswoman for Saint Elizabeth Regional Medical Center. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
One shot in Connecticut as PlayStation mayhem breaks out in incidents nationwide Nov 18, 2006
"Fire at electrical shop cuts power to main terminal of St. Louis airport, delays flightsST. LOUIS (AP) -- An electrical shop caught fire Friday near Lambert Airport, cutting power to part of the main terminal and delaying some flights.The fire began shortly before midday in a power plant building. The flames were brought under control in slightly more than two hours. Officials said they were investigating the cause.Power was soon restored to much of the terminal using generators. But... (North County Times)
Frat House Fire Kills One, Leaves Three Others In Critical Conditions Nov 18, 2006
(November 17, 2006)An early morning fire Friday at a fraternity house at Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln left one student dead and three others in critical condition. The fire broke out just before 4 a.m. Friday on the second floor of the Phi Kappa Tau fraternity house. (KWTX.com, TX)
Student dies in frat-house fire Nov 18, 2006
The blaze started about 4 a.m. in a second-story room at the Phi Kappa Tau house at Nebraska Wesleyan University, said Lincoln Fire Chief Dan Wright. At least 39 people were inside. (USA Today)
Chris Dunker named Athlete of the Year Nov 17, 2006
LINCOLN Nebraska Wesleyan University junior Chris Dunker has been named as the NCAA Division III Central Region Athlete of the Year in mens cross country. The U.S. Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association honors the top athletes in each of the eight Division III regions. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Gow confirmed as UW-L’s new chancellor Nov 11, 2006
He has played the guitar for more than 35 years and plays in a campus band at Nebraska Wesleyan University called Release Time. His professional experience includes his current post as interim president at Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Sapiro ready to make jump from Madison to UW-L Oct 27, 2006
The other candidates are: Beverly Schmoll, dean of the Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences at Wayne State University in Detroit since 2001; Royce C. Engstrom, provost and vice president for academic affairs at the University of South Dakota; and Joe Gow, interim president of Nebraska Wesleyan University. A special committee of the UW Board of Regents will interview the finalists Nov. 1, and the full board is expected to name its choice Nov. 10. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Schmoll looking to lead Oct 24, 2006
The other candidates are: Royce C. Engstrom, provost and vice president for academic affairs at the University of South Dakota, who will be on campus today; Joe Gow, interim president of Nebraska Wesleyan University, who will be on campus Wednesday; and Virginia Sapiro, associate vice chancellor for teaching and learning at University of Wisconsin in Madison, who will be on campus Thursday. A special committee of the UW Board of Regents will interview the finalists Nov. 1, and the full board is... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Five in the hunt to lead UW-L Oct 21, 2006
Joe Gow, interim president, Nebraska Wesleyan University ... Current occupation: Interim president, Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln, Neb ... Professional experience: Provost and dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Nebraska Wesleyan University (2004-2006); dean of the College of Liberal Arts at Winona State University in Winona, Minn. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Gow finalist for UW-L chancellor Oct 21, 2006
Joe Gow served as dean of the College of Liberal Arts at Winona State from 2001 to 2004 and is now interim president of Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln. A 17-member local search and screen committee recommended the finalists Wednesday to UW System President Kevin Reilly and the Special Regent Committee for the UW-L Chancellor. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Cross Country travels to Lakefront Invitational Sep 30, 2006
Also competing are the University of Alabama (Women only), Chicago State University, Creighton University, Edinboro University, Grand Valley State University, University of Illinois-Chicago, Illinois State University, Illinois XC Club (Men only), Loyola University-Chicago, Malone University, Marquette University, Marshall University, Nebraska Wesleyan University, Northwestern University (Women only), Saginaw Valley State University (Men only), St. Xavier University (Men only), Southwest Baptist... (Siusalukis.com)
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But in the end he chose America over cooking, accepting a scholarship to study computer science at Nebraska Wesleyan University. After graduation, Ghazali moved to New Haven and worked in the IT industry, but he wasn't happy. (CTNow.com)
Thomas ready to do battle with Midland College Warrior squad Aug 11, 2006
Thomas said he also considered Hastings College and Nebraska Wesleyan University, but stuck with Midland. idland was just the better choice for me, Thomas said. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Horky believes Midland will be ‘good fit' for basketball, academics Jul 21, 2006
Horky said she also considered Wayne State College and Nebraska Wesleyan University, but said Midland Lutheran eels like home. The coaching staff is very, very nice, Horky said. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Lewiston graduate looking forward to competing in Jayhawk Conference Jul 15, 2006
Knoche considered many schools, including Southeast Community College-Beatrice, Hastings and Doane Colleges, Nebraska Wesleyan University and even Deane College in Franklin, Mass. as a football player. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Schuyler's Cernys receive family of the year award Jul 9, 2006
He was wrestler of the year at Schuyler and later went on to wrestle for Nebraska Wesleyan University. Roger wrestled from 1977-1981, while Eric, the youngest, competed in 1988-1990 and he lettered twice. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
’Terbo charged: Viterbo, La Crosse welcome Artman era Jul 2, 2006
Besides his years at Siena Heights, Artman was vice president for student affairs and assistant professor of education at Nebraska Wesleyan University for 12 years, and held several positions at the University of Miami, the school where he earned his Ph. D, master s and bachelor s degrees. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Boysall-stars ready for action Saturday Jun 24, 2006
Brian Copley, Syracuse, son of Bill and Brenda Copley, will attend Nebraska Wesleyan University and major in pre-law and history ... Lee Hullman, Falls City, son of Dennis and Cheryl Hullman, plans to attend Nebraska Wesleyan University and major in business management ... Patrick Lechner, Syracuse, son of Richard and Kathy Lechner, plans to attend Nebraska Wesleyan University and major in sociology. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Annie Bersagel Named 2006 ESPN The Magazine Academic All-American Women's Track and Field/Cross Country Player of the Year Jun 23, 2006
a senior from Nebraska Wesleyan University, earned top honors on the ESPN The Magazine Academic All-America women's track and cross country teams announced Thursday. Bersagel earned Academic All-America of the Year honors in the University Division and was named to the Academic All-America first team for a second consecutive year. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Iowa West Foundation awards 25 $20,000 scholarships May 7, 2006
- Colleen J. McClellan, St. Albert High School, daughter, Bob and Peggy McClellan, Nebraska Wesleyan University, (athletic training). - Audrey J. McGargill, Farragut High School, daughter, George and Laurie McGargill, Iowa State University, (undecided). (Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil, IA)
Chadron State Picks Bargen As Basketball Coach May 6, 2006
Bargen was an assistant coach at nearby Dorchester High School for one year and was an assistant coach at Nebraska Wesleyan University in 1994-95, when the Plainsmen reached the NCAA Division III Sweet 16. During the next five years, Bargen was an assistant coach under Tom Asbury at Kansas State University, where his titles were administrative assistant and director of basketball operations. (Nebraska Statepaper)
