Focus Shorts Nov 7, 2009
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Commission Asked For More Police Chief Candidates Nov 7, 2009
Markely is a graduate of Hawaii Loa College, which is now Hawaii Pacific University. Camp said the initial four candidates weren't made official before requesting for more candidates but, "We didn't know the four names but I could guess a few.". (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Laugh, learn by catching these new shows Nov 7, 2009
Within the next week you can find a show to get you into the holiday spirits ("Winter Wonderettes" Manoa Valley Theatre) and make you laugh ("Quip[0xad]tease," Hawaii Pacific University, and "I Hate Hamlet" as well as two one-act comedies, Chaminade University) ... Paul and Vi Loo Theatre, Hawai'i Pacific University. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Isle rebound not likely soon Nov 7, 2009
Laney, who is a Hawaii Pacific University professor and is economic adviser to First Hawaiian, said personal income will likely be sub-par, but could break into the positive for the year as a whole. He is forecasting a 0. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Economist expects Hawaii economy to stabilize next year Nov 6, 2009
The Hawaii Pacific University professor and economic adviser to First Hawaiian noted jobs typically lag recovery and that tourism will have to show signs of sustained improvement before firms begin to hire again. Laney said the number of jobs will fall by about 0. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Dogs Fly First with Sunbirds Nov 5, 2009
- Head Coach enters his fifth year at the helm of his hometown Bulldogs and opens with a single exhibition game against crosstown NAIA rival Fresno Pacific University. The Bulldogs return six letterwinners from last season and welcome seven newcomers to a talented roster poised with athleticism, dedication and size to make a run for the program's sixth appearance in the NCAA Tournament. (Gobulldogs.com)
Big First Half Powers Dogs Over Sunbirds Nov 5, 2009
- Sophomore erupted for 22 points, with 17 in the first six minutes of the game, to propel the Fresno State men's basketball team to a 78-67 victory over Fresno Pacific University on Wednesday night in the Save Mart Center. "Mike shot the ball very well tonight and we played 30 minutes of really good basketball," head coach said of his fifth exhibition win against the crosstown in each of his five seasons at the helm of the Bulldogs. (Gobulldogs.com)
Bukoski, Fuerte again propel HPU to victory Nov 5, 2009
Published: Wednesday, November 4, 2009 3:11 AM HST LIHU E Former Kapa a soccer standouts Chase Bukoski and Ikaika Fuerte continued their impressive seasons for the surging Hawai i Pacific University Sea Warriors, delivering big games in the team s 5-0 victory over the Chaminade Silverswords, Tuesday in Honolulu. Fuerte and Bukoski teamed up early in the contest, with Bukoski finishing his 10th goal of the season in the 12th minute, off a Fuerte assist. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Huskies Prepared For Exhibition Opener Nov 5, 2009
The season begins Thursday night against Seattle Pacific University ... SEATTLE -- The Washington women's basketball team kicks off the 2009-10 season with an exhibition matchup against cross-town neighbors Seattle Pacific University at Bank of America Arena on Thursday night. (Pac-10.org)
Zags Host Warner Pacific In Exhibition Game Friday Nov 5, 2009
EXHIBITION CONTEST ON TAP FOR ZAGS: The Gonzaga University women s basketball team hosts Warner Pacific University on Friday, Nov. 6 at 6 p.m. in its lone exhibition contest of the season. ABOUT WARNER PACIFIC: Warner Pacific University, and NAIA school that is a member of the Cascade Collegiate Conference, finished the 2008-09 season with a 15-16 overall record and a 10-10 mark in the CCC. The Knights lost in the semifinals of the Cascade Collegiate Conference Tournament a season ago to... (Gozags.com)
UH planning to rent office space in town Nov 5, 2009
The space downtown might also allow UH-Manoa to offer classes that could compete with Hawaii Pacific University and the University of Phoenix, which are also located on Fort Street Mall, Cutshaw said ... The space downtown might also allow UH-Manoa to offer classes that could compete with Hawaii Pacific University and the University of Phoenix, which are also located on Fort Street Mall, Cutshaw said. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
SAAC and Campus Kitchens' Food Drive Set For Nov. 6 Nov 4, 2009
-The Gonzaga University's Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) and Campus Kitchens are partnering to host a food drive at the women's basketball exhibition contest against Warner Pacific University, Friday, Nov. 6. The contest against Warner Pacific starts at 6 p.m.. (Gozags.com)
Media Day Details Excitement For Upcoming Women's Basketball Season Nov 4, 2009
SEATTLE -- The University of Washington women's basketball was on display today as the team held its media day to kick off their season just two days ahead of their exhibition opener against Seattle Pacific University on Thursday ... The Huskies are brimming with excitement from their progress in practice, but the next step is taking it to the court when the Huskies play host to Seattle Pacific University at the Bank of America Arena on Thursday at 7 p.m.. (Pac-10.org)
Talkeetna woman named PE teacher of year Nov 4, 2009
She's also mom to Tazlina Mannix, who is a cross-country skier on the US Ski Team and the Alaska Pacific University Elite Racing team. Karen Mannix, 56, lives with her husband, Arthur, in Talkeetna. (Anchorage Daily News)
Checking out college is virtually free Nov 3, 2009
Patrick Wheat's whirlwind spring college tour carried him to Connecticut's Trinity College and 4,500 miles away to Hawaii Pacific University. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Coming events Nov 3, 2009
HOW TO PUT TOGETHER YOUR OWN BUSINESS WEB SITE WITHOUT BREAKING THE BANK, Pete Martinez, former professor of e-Commerce at Hawaii Pacific University, to advise on the most effective free or low-cost templates available to Web site creators, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Hawaii Women's Business Center, Suite A; HWBC members $25, nonmembers $30; bring dinner; coffee and hot water provided. Registration. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Shives, Standish Lead The Way In Blue/Red Scrimmage Nov 2, 2009
Gonzaga will host Warner Pacific University in an exhibition contest Friday, Nov. 6 at 6 p.m. before opening its regular season at South Dakota State University Friday, Nov. 13 at 5 p.m. The Bulldogs open their home slate with back-to-back Pacific-10 Conference members. The Zags begin the home slate against USC on Thursday, Nov. 19 at 6 p.m. followed by the University of Washington on Sunday, Nov. 22 at 2 p.m.. (Gozags.com)
Vikings fall 3-1 to Seattle Pacific Nov 1, 2009
Tacoma/Bellarmine Prep) had a team-high 17 kills and added 19 digs, but Western Washington University still suffered its second straight loss, falling to Seattle Pacific University, 25-17, 18-25, 25-17, 26-24, on Saturday in a Great Northwest Athletic Conference volleyball match on Haggen Court at Sam Carver Gymnasium. The Vikings fell to 15-9 overall and are 8-5 in the GNAC. Middle blocker (So. (Wwuvikings.com)
Sanger Unified principal wins national honor Nov 1, 2009
Kent Hammons, a special education teacher for the Fresno County Office of Education who works at Fresno Pacific University, was named teacher of the year during the ceremony. Valley schools let some opt out of Obama speech. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Bible verse memory pays off for youths Oct 31, 2009
She graduated from Fresno Pacific University in 1984. Janzen will give a talk and hold a book-signing from 4 to 5 p.m. today at the University Student Union, Room 309, at California State University, Fresno. (Fresno Bee)
Ellensburg teacher shows students the thrill of the wild blue yonder Oct 30, 2009
Three years ago she took a summer science of flight course for teachers in Everett through Seattle Pacific University. There she took in everything having to do with flight, including flying with a flight instructor to the San Juans and back, logging two hours at the controls. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Fresno County's best educators earn honors Oct 30, 2009
Some of our most recent accomplishments include being one of two schools with the greatest amount of API growth, our principal being named one of three finalists for Fresno County Administrator of the Year and Fresno Pacific University selecting Pinedale exclusively to train its student teachers ... Kent Hammons, a special education teacher for the Fresno County Office of Education who works at Fresno Pacific University, was named teacher of the year during the ceremony. (Fresno Bee)
Connell gets 100th victory as Vikings win 4-0 at Seattle Pacific Oct 30, 2009
Tacoma/Bellarmine Prep) scored two goals as the Vikings blanked Seattle Pacific University, 4-0, in a Great Northwest Athletic Conference men's soccer game Thursday night at Interbay Stadium. Western, which was playing the sixth of eight straight road games, snapped a three-game losing streak as it improved to 6-11-0 overall and 3-3-0 in GNAC action. (Wwuvikings.com)
West Point employee admits $3M fraud scheme Oct 29, 2009
Shondra is a recent graduate with a bachelor's degree in English from Fresno Pacific University and Ryan just graduated with a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Certificate in Sports Management from National University. Following their wedding and honeymoon they both will be attending graduate school in the fall at California State University, Fresno; Shondra in the English-Composition Theory program and Ryan in the Kinesiology-Sports Psychology program. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Vikings tie at No.6 Seattle Pacific, 1-1 in overtime Oct 29, 2009
- Western Washington University recovered from allowing an early goal, earning a 1-1 tie against nationally ranked Seattle Pacific University in a Great Northwest Athletic Conference women's soccer contest Wednesday at Interbay Stadium. The Vikings, who are on a five-game unbeaten streak, are 10-4-3 overall and stay atop the GNAC standings at 7-1-2. (Wwuvikings.com)
Fresno Pacific tuition holds steady Oct 28, 2009
Tuition at Fresno Pacific University will remain at current levels for the 2010-2011 academic year, officials announced today. It is the first time in 25 years that the small, Mennonite Brethren-affiliated university in southeast Fresno hasnt raised rates. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Fresno student, 29, dies after H1N1 flu Oct 28, 2009
A 29-year-old Fresno Pacific University student has died from complications of the H1N1 virus, officials said Monday. Miyoshi Smith, who had returned to college to study criminology, died Sunday morning after being hospitalized for a week and a half with H1N1 and pneumonia, the university said in a statement. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Walkers take aim at world hunger Oct 24, 2009
The recital is by a church member, Walter Saul, music instructor at Fresno Pacific University. Details: (559) 485-6460. (Fresno Bee)
Come See Dogs Fly Oct 24, 2009
The first and only exhibition game for both teams will be Wednesday, Nov. 4 in a men's and women's doubleheader against Fresno Pacific University, with the women's game starting at 6 p.m. and the men's to follow the conclusion of the contest. The men's team starts the regular season at home for the fourth consecutive year when the Dogs meet San Francisco State on Friday, Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. The women's team opens on the road for three straight before their home opener on Nov. 22 at 2 p.m. against... (Gobulldogs.com)
Carlson appointed state rural education director Oct 24, 2009
Carlson received her bachelor's degree from Alaska Methodist University in Anchorage, now known as Alaska Pacific University. Carlson will be based in Juneau but will travel extensively. (Juneau Empire)
Bukoski nets HPU game-winner, 2-1 Oct 22, 2009
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2009 2:11 AM HST LIHU E Kaua i s Chance Bukoski, now the top goal scorer for Hawai i Pacific University, game up with a dramatic game-winning goal in the final moments of a 2-1 win over Dominican University, Tuesday in Kaneohe. With the match tied at 1-1 and little time left, Bukoski, a Kapa a High School graduate, got hold of a loose ball inside the Dominican goal box and finished off his ninth goal of the season. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Ga. executes man who killed store manager in 1994 Oct 21, 2009
McClain said he believes his experience in the Sheriff's Department and his education, which includes a bachelor's degree in management from Fresno Pacific University, give him a leg up on Jordan. Jordan leads sheriff's race. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Brothers killed in car wreck at Makapuu Oct 19, 2009
They were driving in a 2001 silver Toyota Corolla heading toward Makapuu on Kalanianaole Highway near the Hawaii Pacific University Oceanic Research Facility, when the accident occurred, police said. Their vehicle hit an embankment, went airborn and hit a fence before hitting a wooden building, police said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Two brothers die in crash at Makapuu Oct 19, 2009
The sedan ran off the mauka shoulder, went airborne, crashed through a fence, hit a tree, and landed upside down inside a research building at the Oceanic Institute, part of Hawaii Pacific University, DeCaires said ... The sedan ran off the mauka shoulder, went airborne, crashed through a fence, hit a tree, and landed upside down inside a research building at the Oceanic Institute, part of Hawaii Pacific University, DeCaires said. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Jobs issue looms as Oregon Democrats plan for 2010 Oct 18, 2009
The demographics certainly appear to favor the Democrats, said Moore, who teaches political science at Pacific University in Forest Grove. The weekend Summit conference will include a Sunday forum featuring Democratic gubernatorial contenders John Kitzhaber, Bill Bradbury and political newcomer Steve Shields. (Longview Daily News, WA)
• Farrell, Dedrick wed Oct 18, 2009
He is a 1999 Stadium High School graduate and 2003 Pacific University graduate, and is also a paralegal. The maid of honor was Erin Zinn, and the matron of honor was Jeannette Dopheide. (Juneau Empire)
Men's ministry renovates house Oct 17, 2009
The Believer's Church Lecture Series at Fresno Pacific University will present free talks on the Mennonites in Poland. Peter J. Klassen, former history professor at Fresno Pacific, will speak on "Surprised by History" at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Mennonite Brethren Biblical Seminary's Warkentin Memorial Prayer Chapel, 4824 E. Butler Ave.. (Fresno Bee)
First Practice In The Books For Women's Basketball Oct 17, 2009
On deck is a meeting with nearby Seattle Pacific University on Thursday, Nov. 5 at 7 p.m., and then Corban College on Nov. 9 at 7 p.m.. Washington will then play two of its first three games on the road. (Gohuskies.com)
Student editors at OR college apologize for satire Oct 16, 2009
A streamlined admission process and more financial aid have helped boost Fresno Pacific University to record enrollment this fall, officials said. Enrollment stands at 2,649 students -- 272 more than last year, an increase of 11%, said Stephen Varvis, vice president for enrollment management at the Mennonite Brethren-affiliated university in southeast Fresno. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
HPU gets $750,000 for English language project Oct 16, 2009
The U.S. Department of State is awarding Hawaii Pacific University nearly $750,000 to develop English language teaching materials for use overseas and to host 26 English teachers from other countries at a summer institute in June, the university announced in a news release ... The U.S. Department of State is awarding Hawaii Pacific University nearly $750,000 to develop English language teaching materials for use overseas and to host 26 English teachers from other countries at a summer institute... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
School flu inoculation begins Oct 15, 2009
Kalihi Kai Elementary School third-grader Raymart Paluyo is injected with seasonal influenza vaccine by Hawai'i Pacific University nursing student Jamie Lum. Yesterday, 396 Kalihi Kai students opted to receive flu shots while 126 were vaccinated with nasal mist. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Fast-growing Hawaii nonprofit has reason to cheer Oct 15, 2009
A key to that positioning is a contractual arrangement with Hawaii Pacific University and a number of public and private high schools including Castle, Kalani, Roosevelt, Iolani, Punahou, Kaiser, Radford and Kapolei. Barbasa said the contracts generate only a small percentage of the organization s revenues, but they enable the cheerleaders to practice in a safe, cheer-specific environment rather than on a football field or gymnasium floor. (Pacific Business News, HI)
More of this story Oct 14, 2009
Judges included Garrin Gosnell, head cheer coach at Hawai i Pacific University, William Scott Sample, a three-year cheerleader with Wichita State, Savanna Sibley, a five-year cheerleader with Hawai i Pacific University, Kara Catlin, an All Star cheerleader and coach from Denver, and Dustin Walston, whose credentials included six years of cheering for Stephen Austin State University, Trinity Valley Community College and the Hawai i Pacific University. Related headlines. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Keep promise of GI benefits Oct 13, 2009
In Hawaii, more than 160 students at the University of Hawaii-Manoa are using the Post/911 benefits; at Hawaii Pacific University, more than 300. "I anticipate that (participation in the Post/911 program) is going to grow over time," said Bob Cyboron, HPU's associate vice president for off-campus programs. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Aumni update Oct 13, 2009
Engelhardt, a freshman midfielder, started and played 73 minutes as Dominican whipped Hawaii Pacific University, 6-0, last week. The Penguins, (2-2-1 Pac West Conference) go on the road to play its next three matches in Hawaii this week. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
State furloughs collide with federal mandates (308) Oct 12, 2009
One just has to do the math; he s not the only special-needs child at the school, said Canute, a biology instructor at Hawai i Pacific University. I don t know how they re going to do that. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Producers Shehadey dies at 102 Oct 11, 2009
Mr. Shehadey was a benefactor to California State University, Fresno; Fresno Pacific University; Fresno City College; the Boys and Girls Club; the Boy Scouts; Children's Hospital Central California; Community Regional Medical Center; and Saint Agnes Medical Center, where an educational wing is named for him. Mr. Shehadey's $3 million donation to the Save Mart Center in 2000 was the largest personal gift to the project, said Peter Smits, vice president for university advancement at Fresno State. (Fresno Bee)
A brooch approach to dressy denim Oct 10, 2009
She came to Honolulu about 10 years ago to attend Hawai'i Pacific University as a marine biology major. She loved the science but couldn't take the isolation of laboratory work. (Honolulu Advertiser)
GOP takes aim at Oregon congressman's SUV Oct 9, 2009
"He's only had one tough election campaign, and that was his first one," said Moore, who teaches political science at Pacific University in Forest Grove. "Since then he's built good name familiarity in the district.". (Longview Daily News, WA)
'Prejudice rife' in US Army's online game Oct 8, 2009
Peter Mantello, a video game analyst and media studies lecturer at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University in Japan, says such war video games frequently perpetuate cliches about perceived threats to the West and tend to ''protect and justify America's interests. He said American games frequently ''flatten the adversary'' and reinforce stereotypes about enemies and threats. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
A Simple Way For Older Adults To Assess Arterial Stiffness: Reach For The Toes Oct 8, 2009
The authors are: Kenta Yamamoto of the University of North Texas and the National Institute of Health and Nutrition, Japan; Hiroshi Kawano, Yuko Gando and Mitsuru Higuchi of Waseda University, Japan; Motoyuki Iemitsu of International Pacific University, Japan; Haruka Murakami, Michiya Tanimoto, Yumi Ohmori, Izumi Tabata, Motohiko Miyachi of the National Institute of Health and Nutrition; and Kiyoshi Sanada of Ritsumeikan University, Japan. Journal reference. (Science Daily)
Cutbacks squeeze schedules of Hawaii special-needs kids Oct 8, 2009
"They have that many less days to fit in everyone's schedule. One just has to do the math; he's not the only special-needs child at the school," said Canute, a biology instructor at Hawai'i Pacific University. "I don't know how they're going to do that.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
EHS teacher blends responsibility with fun Oct 7, 2009
The first stop was back in the Seattle-area, so Hamilton could get her master s degree from Seattle Pacific University, which she completed in 1997. During that time, Harper worked at an REI retail store on the West Side. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Open-source experts gathering at Foss.my Oct 6, 2009
It will take place at the Asia Pacific University College of Technology ation and the Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology, at the Technology Park Malaysia here. Organised by the Malaysian National Computer Confederation, the conference will feature interactive talks from recognised experts. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
College Report: Harris throw three-hitter in Huskies debut Oct 6, 2009
Rainier s Becca Roth is a senior forward/midfielder with the Pacific University women s soccer team ... Haley Brusewitz of Mark Morris is a freshman runner at Pacific University, and Woodland s Travis Pengra is a sophomore at Warner Pacific College. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Art calendar Oct 5, 2009
"LUXURY PLAYTIME: WELCOME TO THE NEW LIFESTYLE," works by Kirsten Rae Simonse; 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Mondays through Saturdays; through Nov. 13, Hawai'i Pacific University, Windward Campus; free; 236-5853. "NO PLAN B," works by Satoru Abe, Harry Tsuchidana and Warren Stenberg; through Nov. 14; Louis Pohl Gallery; (artists' reception, 6-8 p.m. Oct. 16); information/gallery hours, 521-1812. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Your ultimate brainpower workout Oct 5, 2009
"Exercise is as close to a magic bullet as brain fitness gets," says John Medina, PhD, director of the Brain Center for Applied Learning at Seattle Pacific University. Physical activity bathes neural tissue in oxygen-rich blood, increasing the production of chemicals that improve memory, attention, and problem-solving. (MSNBC -- Health)
Steve Nahigian Oct 4, 2009
Occupation: I have taught high school English for the past 10 years, teach writing at the University of Phoenix and teacher education at Fresno Pacific University ... Education: Degrees in biology and chemistry from California State University, Fresno, and a master's degree in counseling from Fresno Pacific University ... One is a senior at UC Berkeley, while the other is a freshman at Fresno Pacific University. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Western gives up early goal, blanked 1-0 by No.24-ranked Seattle Pacific Oct 4, 2009
- Western Washington University gave up an early goal and it stood up as the Vikings fell 1-0 to nationally ranked Seattle Pacific University in a Great Northwest Athletic Conference men's soccer game Saturday night at Orca Field on the Whatcom Community College campus. The Vikings dropped to 4-7-0 overall and 1-2-0 in GNAC play, losing for the sixth time in their last eight contests. (Wwuvikings.com)
Western topples nationally No.1-ranked and previously unbeaten Seattle Pacific, 3-2 Oct 4, 2009
Pacific Palisades, CA) scored in the 82nd minute, lifting Western Washington University to a stunning 3-2 victory over nationally No.1-ranked and previously unbeaten Seattle Pacific University in a Great Northwest Athletic Conference women's soccer contest Saturday at Orca Field on the Whatcom Community College campus. The Vikings improved to 6-2-2 overall and took over first place in the conference at 4-0-1. (Wwuvikings.com)
Diocesan Congress finds room to breathe Oct 3, 2009
Officials at Fresno Pacific University have put a lot of creative thought into this year's Build a Culture of Peace Week, which will be held Monday through next Saturday. Many activities are designed for participants to make peace with the planet. (Fresno Bee)
Fresno Pacific enrollment up 11% to new record Oct 2, 2009
The financial squeeze at public colleges and universities and new offers such as a four-year graduation guarantee may be paying off for Fresno Pacific University, where enrollment is rebounding ... A streamlined admission process and more financial aid have helped boost Fresno Pacific University to record enrollment this fall, officials said. (Fresno Bee)
Bukoski named Pacific West Player of Week Oct 2, 2009
Hawaii Pacific University sophomore Chance Bukoski, a graduate of Kapaa High School, was named Pac West Soccer Player of the Week. Photo contributed by Hawaii Pacific University ... Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 2:12 AM HST LIHU E Former Kapa a Warriors standout and current Hawai i Pacific University sophomore Chance Bukoski was named the Pacific West Conference Men s Soccer Player of the Week for games played Sept. 21-27. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Western swept at league-leading Seattle Pacific Oct 1, 2009
142 as it was swept by league-leading Seattle Pacific University, 25-20, 25-22, 25-13, on Wednesday night in a Great Northwest Athletic Conference volleyball match at Royal Brougham Pavilion. The Vikings fell to 10-6 overall and 3-2 in GNAC play. (Wwuvikings.com)
Pacific soccer gets big kicks from Hawaii pair Oct 1, 2009
Hawai'i soccer players at Pacific University in Forest Grove, Ore. Top row, from left: Lauren Kanda, Kevin Fujimoto, Derrick Inouye, Bryanna DeLima, Mike Kawajiri, Kody Ganiko. (Honolulu Advertiser)
