Destiny’s Journey: Eagles head to nationals (21) Mar 15, 2008
No one can blame Austin Johnson for savoring every moment of Oklahoma Wesleyan University s basketball success. A fourth-year senior in the program, the gritty forward has endured several struggles, played the role of the scoring star and has willingly acceded the glory this year to his younger teammates. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Eagles Seize Prize: OWU headed to nationals Mar 7, 2008
Oklahoma Wesleyan University s Eagle basketball players also will be winging there next week for the big show. Only difference is they will be part of it. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Eagles Broom Ecclesia Mar 5, 2008
While the lengthening shadow of a light standard crept slowly across the diamond, a new sun of potential was rising on the Oklahoma Wesleyan University baseball program. Ignited by back-to-back first-inning homers, the Eagles exploded past Ecclesia College in the second game of a Saturday doubleheader, 17-6. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
OWU women lose Mar 5, 2008
It wasn t that the Oklahoma Wesleyan University women played that terrible Monday night ... Oklahoma Wesleyan University 66 ... Oklahoma Wesleyan University. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Eagles 2nd in MCAC Mar 4, 2008
Poised on crossing the threshold of school history, the Oklahoma Wesleyan University men s basketball team came up one step short Saturday night. Bellevue University, bolstered by homecourt advantage, outlasted the Eagles, 72-61, in the Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference championship game. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Moving Forward: BDC forms committee to make recommendations on structure, operations Mar 2, 2008
The original three-man task force, chaired by Oklahoma Wesleyan University President Everett Piper, issued a report in January that found no unethical or illegal behavior connected with joint operating structure of the BDC and Bartlesville Regional Chamber of Commerce, but urged actions that would enhance functions and public perception. The BDC and BRCC are both overseen by a single executive, Jim Fram. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Tough day for OWU Feb 29, 2008
Daniel Simmons provided the brief shining moment on an otherwise mostly-dismal outing Wednesday for the Oklahoma Wesleyan University baseball team. Connecting with a 2-0 pitch, Simmons powered the ball over the wall in left-center for a fourth-inning solo homer. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Birds of Prey: Eagle hoop squads maul foe in road ‘W’ Feb 28, 2008
Needing a pick-me-up Monday after their recent rugged outing at College of the Ozarks, the Oklahoma Wesleyan University basketball teams roughed up York. The Lady Eagles outlasted York, 71-67, in a game which featured two close halves. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
OWU hoop teams split games during roadtrip Feb 28, 2008
Despite balanced scoring and eight three-pointers, the Oklahoma Wesleyan University women s basketball team dropped its regular-season finale Tuesday night ... Oklahoma Wesleyan University (17-11, 8-3) ... Oklahoma Wesleyan University (24-5, 8-3). (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Lady Eagles’ Brant receives historic honor Feb 19, 2008
For the first time this season, an Oklahoma Wesleyan University Lady Eagle was named Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference Player of the Week, with Junior Samantha Brant was given the honor for the week ending on Feb 10. With an average of 13. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Lady Eagles crush Ozark Christian Feb 17, 2008
Oklahoma Wesleyan University women s basketball unleashed a barrage of one-sided negotiation Thursday night against the Ambassadors of Ozark Christian College. Displaying their own brand of gunboat diplomacy, the Lady Eagles shunned compromise and went right for the throat from the start. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Lady Bruins Grab 11th Win: Dean pumps in 20 points to pace BHS Feb 12, 2008
Ponca City coach Brady DeSpain, a former Oklahoma Wesleyan University basketball star, called another timeout. This time, the Lady Wildcats came out in a backcourt trapping defense. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
OWU Eagles tenderize Peru State Feb 10, 2008
The Oklahoma Wesleyan University men held the visiting Peru State Bobcats to just 13-of-51 (25 percent) from the field en route to a 84-54 victory last night. Free throws proved to be the Eagles weak spot. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Local teams eye busy sports weekend Feb 9, 2008
In local college action, Oklahoma Wesleyan University hoop teams will host a pair of Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference foes this weekend. Haskell Indian Nations University invades the Mueller Sports Center tonight for a twinbill, starting with the women s game at 5:30 p.m.. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
UMW to meet Thursday Feb 7, 2008
The program will be the Vocal Jazz Ensemble from Oklahoma Wesleyan University. Dr. Linda Jones, DMA and a member of the FUMC Sanctuary Choir, the Director of Choral Activities of Oklahoma Wesleyan University and Director of the Bartlesville Children s Choir will be presenting the Jazz Ensemble program. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Nikkel’s task force proposals, BRTA appointments shot down by council Feb 7, 2008
The group, chaired by Dr. Everett Piper, president of Oklahoma Wesleyan University, noted there appeared to be perception problems, but found no illegalities or unethical behavior and suggested the BDC/BRCC joint management arrangement is becoming the status quo for economic development around the nation. Nikkel, however, claimed that Piper s group did not go far enough and said any task force report should contain recommendations for changes. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Wesleyan finds road success Feb 6, 2008
Oklahoma Wesleyan University men harvested a couple of big road wins in college basketball action this weekend. The Eagles trounced Haskell Indian Nations University by 15 points, 81-66, in a Friday showdown in Lawrence, Kan. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
OWU men set for strong 9-game stretch Feb 3, 2008
Oklahoma Wesleyan University s countdown to its postseason basketball destiny has gone under double-digits. With just nine games left on their regular-season schedule, the Eagle men are anticipating a successful launch into the playoff stratosphere. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Local schools close doors again today: Bartlesville takes snow day Feb 3, 2008
Bartlesville s Oklahoma Wesleyan University resumed classes today after classes were canceled yesterday. American Christian School was scheduled to open at 10 a.m. today. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
OWU Eagles stay in Top 20 Feb 2, 2008
Despite a Saturday night home loss, the burgeoning Oklahoma Wesleyan University men s basketball powerhouse retained its Top 20 ranking this week. The Eagles (17-4) slipped two spots to No. 20 in the NAIA Division II poll following Saturday s 99-87 setback to then-No. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Most area schools take snow day Feb 1, 2008
In Bartlesville, American Christian School, St. John School, Wesleyan Christian School and Oklahoma Wesleyan University canceled classes this morning while Bartlesville Public Schools, Tri County Technology Center and Rogers State University remained open. Right now it s just a regular school day, David Austin, community relations coordinator for Bartlesville Public Schools, said this morning. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
More of this story Jan 31, 2008
Once again, the Oklahoma Wesleyan University men s basketball team answered a loss with an impressive victory. Coming off Saturday s tough setback to No. 11 College of the Ozarks, the Eagles swooped to a road victory Tuesday at Central Baptist College, 82-80. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Oklahoma Wesleyan teams fall to ranked foe Jan 30, 2008
The eyes of the nation peered into the Oklahoma Wesleyan University Mueller Sports Center for a high-powered showdown between two of the Top 20 men s basketball teams (NAIA Division II) in the nation. By the time the final second drained off the clock, the No. 11-ranked College of the Ozarks Bobcats had clipped the wings of the 18-ranked Oklahoma Wesleyan University Eagles, 99-87 ... Three-point shooting woes and rebounding struggles proved to be a double whammy for which the Oklahoma Wesleyan... (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
GOP precinct meetings set statewide on Tuesday Jan 30, 2008
March 8, 10 a.m. County Convention at Oklahoma Wesleyan University in Bartlesville. April 5, 10 a.m. District Convention at Tulsa Technology Center in Tulsa. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Lady Eagles swoop past York, CSM Jan 23, 2008
Hurling herself into the action with energetic passion, the Oklahoma Wesleyan University sophomore guard made an immediate explosive impact. Her 14-point bombardment -- in just 15 minutes of action -- helped power the Lady Eagles past College of Saint Mary, 81-76. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Bruins edge Eagle men in Top 25 showdown Jan 23, 2008
Missed free throws and struggles on the boards proved to be a double whammy which grounded the Oklahoma Wesleyan University men s basketball team Saturday. Taking on Bellevue University in their biggest test of the season, the Eagles soared in the first half before having their wings clipped. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Comments reveal attitudes toward BDC/BRCC structure Jan 23, 2008
The task force comprised of Gene Batchelder of ConocoPhillips, David Stire of Jane Phillips Medical Center and chaired by Dr. Everett Piper, president of Oklahoma Wesleyan University forwarded recommendations to the BDC Board of Directors at a special joint meeting including the Bartlesville City Council Thursday morning. The findings, including 11 recommendations, came on the heels of a two-month effort of collecting input from those supporting and opposing the existing BDC/BRCC structure. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Lady Eagles jet past CBC Jan 15, 2008
Central Baptist College refused to be blown away in the hurricane of Oklahoma Wesleyan University s intensity Saturday. Even so, the visiting Lady Mustangs could hardly stand upright against OWU s storm of desire as they sought to push their season record back to the. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Eagles Climb to No. 21 Jan 13, 2008
Oklahoma Wesleyan University s men s basketball team made one giant step in this week s NAIA Division II rankings toward a Top 20 spot. The Eagles clawed their way to No. 21, moving up two places from the last poll. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Lady Eagles claw hapless visitor Jan 10, 2008
It had been a long time since the Oklahoma Wesleyan University women s head basketball coach and her team had dipped their cups in the sweet water of victory s fountain ... Oklahoma Wesleyan University (6-8). (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Bartlesville teams home tonight as part of hectic area sports night Jan 10, 2008
In college basketball action, the Oklahoma Wesleyan University men will look to collect their 13th win when they host Ecclesia College. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m.. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Scrappy Eagles hold off Friends Jan 6, 2008
Forty-two years later, Oklahoma Wesleyan University s Sadiel Rojas dealt a crushing blow to Friends University with a phantom dunk. With less than 7:30 remaining in Thursday s feverish basketball firestorm at the Mueller Sports Center, Friends had rallied from a 15-point deficit to close within nine points, 60-51. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Late rally not enough to rescue Lady Bruins Dec 25, 2007
Next up, Bartlesville opens play next Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Oklahoma Wesleyan University tournament. It will be the Lady Bruins first time this season playing in Bartlesville. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Christmas camp set; team is young, talented Dec 18, 2007
It all takes place Thursday-through-Saturday at the inaugural Oklahoma Wesleyan University Baseball Christmas Camp. The indoor camp is slated to be held at the OWU gym inside the Mueller Sports Center. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Local school districts call off classes again Dec 13, 2007
Schools out today included Bartlesville Public Schools, Tri County Technology Center, Wesleyan Christian School, St. John Catholic School, Oklahoma Wesleyan University, Bartlesville Beauty College, Copan Public Schools, Dewey Public Schools, Caney Valley Public Schools in Ramona, Osage Hills School, Oklahoma Union Schools and Nowata Public Schools. The Bartlesville Education Service Center was open today. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
OWU recovers from fledgling start Nov 22, 2007
But, in terms of importance, Murray Shaw s rugged offensive rebound proved to be the rock on which the Oklahoma Wesleyan University Eagles built their comeback. OWU went on to fall on Texas Wesleyan U. like a mountain, pounding out a 79-65 victory. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Council member publicly accuses Nikkel of misrepresenting the city ‘for personal gain’ Nov 22, 2007
BDC did not act on Nikkel s request but gave the go-ahead for a special review committee, chaired by Oklahoma Wesleyan University President Dr. Everett Piper, to begin looking into the present BDC/BRCC arrangement including dual memberships on the BDC and Chamber boards of directors. Nikkel did not respond to Gorman s comments during Monday night s meeting. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Big sports weekend set for City of Legends Nov 20, 2007
In addition, Oklahoma Wesleyan University is slated to host a four-team classic at the fieldhouse on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Among the athletes on the 66ers roster, as of Friday morning (any of them could be called up anytime to the NBA) are former Fresno State star Mustafa Al-Sayad. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
OWU’s Brant pours in 19 2nd-half points Nov 16, 2007
Oklahoma Wesleyan University s women s basketball team made a 180-degree turn which could give an owl whiplash ... Oklahoma Wesleyan University 83 ... Oklahoma Wesleyan University (3-4). (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Eagles Blister Nets in 2nd Half Nov 15, 2007
Just call this one freshman Sadiel Rojas coming-out party for the undefeated Oklahoma Wesleyan University men s basketball team ... Oklahoma Wesleyan University 87, Southwestern Christian University 70 ... Oklahoma Wesleyan University (3-0). (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Deadline for troop Christmas care packages is Thursday Nov 15, 2007
Oklahoma Wesleyan University senior Lauren Swartz whose fianc/ is in Iraq is the mastermind behind a local effort to bring a little bit of Christmas to the troops. They (some troops) have explained to me that they tend to live from e-mail to e-mail, or letter to letter, or package to package, Swartz says. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
OWU runners excel Nov 14, 2007
David Rannabargar and James Hensel made some giant strides for the second-year Oklahoma Wesleyan University cross country program at the recent NCCAA national meet. Rannabargar scampered to 56th place overall to pace the Eagles to 15th place in the nation at the 35th Annual National Christian Collegiate Athletic Association last Saturday in Cedarville, Ohio. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Lady Eagles crush Bacone in home finale Nov 9, 2007
Despite a third-game letdown, Oklahoma Wesleyan University s women s volleyball team made short work Tuesday night of its beleaguered foe. The Lady Eagles charcoaled Bacone College, 30-12, 30-12, 30-12, in the Mueller Sports Center to finish the regular season at 17-19. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Lady Eagles drop pair Nov 7, 2007
A grueling road trip resulted in a couple of losses, but proved the burgeoning strength of the Oklahoma Wesleyan University Lady Eagle basketball squad. Oklahoma Christian outlasted the Lady Eagles (1-2) on Saturday, 83-73. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
OWU hosts finale tonight Nov 7, 2007
Oklahoma Wesleyan University women are hoping to fry up some bacon tonight. Well, make that Bacone. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Tireless athlete Nov 3, 2007
Friend, 21, had scored five goals and assisted on two goals going into Friday's Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference Tournament opener against Oklahoma Wesleyan University. He and other Bruins used the tournament in Parkville, Mo. (New Iberia, LA)
OWU’s Rannabargar scrambles to 3rd in MCAC meet Nov 2, 2007
Ignoring the food poisioning which had afflicted him the night before, the resolute Oklahoma Wesleyan University runner rambled to third-place overall in 27:52. Rannabargar also earned a spot on the All-Conference First Team, OWU coach Mark Miller noted. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
B’ville schools take steps to avoid staph outbreak Nov 2, 2007
Oklahoma Wesleyan University s outbreak is now under control after 10 students were diagnosed with the infection during the first few weeks of school. We pretty much have taken care of it, said Deb Cook, OWU s nurse. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
OWU women eye season opener Nov 1, 2007
A year ago, Britney Kannady did on-the-job training as a young head coach for the Oklahoma Wesleyan University women s basketball team. Twelve months and several recruiting trips later, Kannady has stocked both her depth and confidence. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Lady Eagles swamp visitor Oct 25, 2007
Oklahoma Wesleyan University girls did some Bible-thumping Tuesday night. Central Bible College-thumping, that is. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Lady Eagles back from rugged road trip Oct 24, 2007
Despite a shake-up in their regular player rotation, the Oklahoma Wesleyan University women s volleyball team competed with characteristic toughness during a weekend foray to Nebraska to two hostile environments. However, their spirited play wasn t enough to turn the tide of defeat in a pair of Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference net battles. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
OWU ladies win, lose tilts Oct 19, 2007
Oklahoma Wesleyan University s volleyball team felt what it was like to be on both ends of a grinder Tuesday. In their opening match at the Mueller Sports Center, the Lady Eagles sliced Central Christian College in three straight, 30-13, 30-17, 30-25. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
More than 200 runners stride out Oct 18, 2007
The race also doubled as a Homecoming event for Oklahoma Wesleyan University. Proceeds from the run are slated for the Bartlesville High and OWU cross countery programs. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Busy weekend for Lady Eagles Oct 17, 2007
With those 29 words, Oklahoma Wesleyan University volleyball coach Kylee Miller summarized her team s volatile and times volcanic performance at the Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference in-season tourney. It was a fair assessment for a Lady Eagle squad which went 0-4 in the tourney, which took place in Pt. Lookout, Mo. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
OWU Breaks Ground Oct 17, 2007
Oklahoma Wesleyan University officials broke ground on the Janice and Charles Drake Library during a ceremony Friday morning on the campus. This is an exciting day for the Oklahoma Wesleyan community and it s also an exciting day for Bartlesville, OWU President Dr. Everett Piper said. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Lady Eagles sweep St. Gregory’s Oct 11, 2007
Oklahoma Wesleyan University s volleyball team found the homecourt atmosphere to its liking Tuesday. The Lady Eagles evened their record at 11-11 with a three-game domination of St. Gregory s, 30-21, 30-24, 30-10. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
OWU loses, plays at home Tuesday Oct 10, 2007
Not that they needed it, but the Lady Eagle volleyball players from Oklahoma Wesleyan University had closer shaves this weekend than an elephant backing into a windmill. Park (Mo. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
OWU, RSU Numbers Up: Local universities report significant increases in overall fall enrollments Oct 10, 2007
Both Bartlesville s Rogers State University and Oklahoma Wesleyan University are seeing significant increases in their fall enrollments, according to recently released statistics. There is an 8. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Lady Eagles home Oct 3, 2007
Oklahoma Wesleyan University s volleyball team is slated to play at home tonight, looking to continue its strong season. OWU last week pounded St. Gregory s in four games, 25-30, 30-16, 30-19, 30-19. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Central Christian to present lecture series Monday Sep 30, 2007
Weeter serves as a professor of theology and the associate vice president of academic affairs at Oklahoma Wesleyan University, Bartlesville, Okla, and has taught there for 21 years. Prior to that, Weeter taught at Wesley Biblical Seminary in Jackson, Miss. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Several OWU students battling staph infection School officials: Outbreak now largely under control Sep 27, 2007
Officials at Bartlesville s Oklahoma Wesleyan University say an outbreak of Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA a type of staph infection that is resistant to many antibiotics but can be treated is largely under control on the campus. Ten students have been diagnosed with MRSA since the first week of September. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
OWU wins pair; Dewey wins at tourney Sep 19, 2007
Vesper Hopkins and Robyn Johns combined for 26 kills to power Oklahoma Wesleyan University s women s volleyball team in a road victory last week. The Lady Eagles swamped host Ozark Christian College, 30-14, 30-28, 30-19. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Lady Eagle spikers hammer Robert Morris, lose 2 Sep 12, 2007
Oklahoma Wesleyan University s volleyball team jettisoned Robert Morris College to defeat last weekend in four games. Bolstered by Alicia Efron s 15-kill performance, the Lady Eagles won 30-27, 19-30, 30-26, 30-24. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Lady Eagle spikers sweep Ozark Christian off the court Sep 9, 2007
Riding the crest of a three-match winning streak, the Oklahoma Wesleyan University women s volleyball team will be hitting the road again this weekend for the MCAC/KCAC Challenge in Branson, Mo. The Lady Eagles have lost only one game during their current victory skein. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Local runners stride out for good cause Sep 5, 2007
For the ladies, former Bartlesville High stand-out and current Oklahoma Wesleyan University star athlete Tera Hughes squeezed past Micah Jenner for the female championship. Hughes cross the line in 22:22, followed six seconds later by Jenner. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
