YWCA benefit shopping event Tuesday Nov 24, 2007
Personal shoppers members of Rockhurst University s Alpha Sigma Alpha sorority will assist shoppers at no additional cost. Tickets to the event cost 25 and include holiday food and drinks. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
She spends her free time fighting for Grandma Oct 27, 2007
Her Rockhurst University instructor at the time was involved as a volunteer for the Susan G. Komen For the Cure organization. During the class project, Seck learned about the organization's efforts in fundraising and education and she found an inviting volunteer home with the Kansas City area group. (The Examiner)
Drury drops Lady Pumas under .500 Oct 13, 2007
SJC hosts Rockhurst University (15-7, 7-4 GLVC) on Saturday at 3 p.m.. Comments. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Former Bear, Wildcat honored by MIAA Oct 11, 2007
In a 3-0 sweep at Rockhurst University on Oct. 2, she hit. 385 (13-3-26) and ended up with 16. (The Examiner)
Bradley kicks and scores freely in 3-1 win over UMKC Oct 9, 2007
The UMKC men's soccer team dropped its third straight home game of the season to Bradley University 3-1 Wednesday afternoon at Bourke Field at Rockhurst University. In an ugly match the Kangaroos (5-4-1; 1-0 Summit League) and Braves (6-3-1) wrestled through 90 minutes of tightly-contested soccer. (University News, MO)
Jaguars claws too sharp for Roos in 4-1 victory Oct 9, 2007
The UMKC men's soccer team resumes Summit League play this Saturday at Bourke Field at Rockhurst University with a 1 p.m. kickoff against the Leathernecks of Western Illinois University. dcordill@unews. (University News, MO)
Campus blues 101 Oct 8, 2007
"There's a little social taboo in talking about loneliness."Feeling lonely, however, is part of the human condition, and many first-year college students who leave home experience it, said Rick Hanson, a psychologist at Rockhurst University in Kansas City, Mo. and president of the American College Counseling Association. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Kangaroos lose in double overtime 1-0 Oct 2, 2007
The Kangaroos, 4-3-1, were felled in the second overtime period after the Purple Aces' Dan Gibson guided a 20-yard blast inside the near post for a sudden 1-0 victory at Bourke Field on the Rockhurst University campus. The curving path of Gibson's shot was virtually unobstructed as several UMKC players seemed to let up on the play after an unidentified inadvertent whistle sounded near the vicinity of the pitch. (University News, MO)
Roos put up united front in 3-1 victory Sep 11, 2007
The Kangaroos, at a perfect 3-0 on the season, put that memory to rest Friday night at Bourke Field on the campus of Rockhurst University, posting a 3-1 victory over the Ramblers of Loyola University Chicago. The victory gives UMKC, ranked fifth according to the National Soccer Coaches Association of America/Adidas Midwest Region Ranking, their best start in the school's history, and has turned the Blue and Gold squad into a cohesive unit. (University News, MO)
Kangaroos drop heartbreaker in championship match Sep 11, 2007
Eastern Illinois University's (EIU) lone tally in the 58th minute turned out to be the game winner as the Panthers handed the UMKC men's soccer team their first loss of the season, a 1-0 setbackat Bourke Field on the campus of Rockhurst University. The Sunday afternoon match up was the championship game of the UMKC/Brookside Mr. Goodcents Invitational tournament held over the weekend. (University News, MO)
Men's Soccer Ranked Fifth In Region Sep 7, 2007
Goodcents Brookside Invitational at Bourke Field on the campus of Rockhurst University. The Kangaroos will play Loyola Chicago in the second game of the tournament on Friday, September 7. (Umkckangaroos.com)
Kangaroos Look To Continue Winning Streak; Host Loyola Chicago Friday To Open UMKC/Mr. Goodcents Brookside Invitational Sep 7, 2007
New (Temporary) HomeDuring the 2007 season, UMKC will play all of its home matches at Bourke Field on the campus of Rockhurst University ... Assistant coach Tim McBride also has ties to the area, having started his playing career at Rockhurst University before transferring to Loyola. (Umkckangaroos.com)
Artist creates funhouse on campus Sep 5, 2007
He is attending Rockhurst University, majoring in English with a minor in theatre. In the short time Sirls has been alive he has created many strange pieces which make the viewer wonder about what this guy dreams. (University News, MO)
Area residents invited to CMU open house Monday evening on Fayette town square Aug 21, 2007
D., English, University of Missouri-Columbia M.A, English, Creighton University B.A., English Rockhurst University. NICOLE BARTOW (2007): Assistant Professor of Nursing M.S.N.-Education, B.A. Psychology, B.S. Nursing, Maryville University-St. (Boonville Daily News, MO)
Cell phones on campus make cutting the umbilical cord more difficult Aug 20, 2007
"One mom mentioned that she calls her son to wake him up in the morning," said Sandy Waddell, assistant dean of students at Rockhurst University. "She said if she didn't, he might not make it to class. I told her I thought that was a bit over the top.". (Herald Online, SC -- Technology)
Harrell Named Assistant Women's Basketball Coach Aug 17, 2007
Harrell was also a four-year collegiate player, starting her collegiate basketball career at Rockhurst University where she started 14-of-24 games as a freshman. After transferring to Missouri Southern for her sophomore season, the Kansas City, Mo. (Umkckangaroos.com)
UMKC Names Hale Men's and Women's Tennis Coach Aug 17, 2007
Hale comes to UMKC after spending the past 11 years at Division II Rockhurst University in Kansas City ... "Kendell did an outstanding job at Rockhurst University, and he is one of the most respectable professionals in the Kansas City area. We're extremely fortunate to have him at UMKC.". (Umkckangaroos.com)
Notes: Gload adapting at first base Aug 11, 2007
In Buck's seat: Frank Diskin, recently retired athletic director of Rockhurst University, was in the Buck O'Neil Legacy Seat on Friday night. Diskin expanded the school's athletic department from four sports and 65 athletes to 11 sports and more than 240 athletes. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Puma men picked to finish 13th Aug 8, 2007
Northern Kentucky University, which won the Great Lakes Regional championship a year ago, is second in the voting with 143 points and four first-place votes, while the University of Wisconsin-Parkside was third (130, two-first place votes) and Rockhurst University was fourth (125 points, one first-place vote). SJC opens the 2007 season with an Aug. 11 exhibition at Springfield (Ill. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Pumas picked to finish 6th Aug 4, 2007
Rockhurst University received one first-place vote and 31 points to occupy second place. SJC begins the season by hosting the Puma Invitational Aug. 24-25. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Rittenmeyer named new CEO for EDS Jul 20, 2007
Rittenmeyer earned a bachelor degree from Wilkes University and his MBA from Rockhurst University in Kansas City, Mo. Given Ron s track record of success and his unwavering commitment to drive results for clients and shareholders, the board and I believe this is the right time to implement EDS established succession plan with Ron at the helm, Jordan said. (McKinney Courier Gazette)
Heavy hitters dot SJC’s hoops schedule Jul 10, 2007
24), Rockhurst University (Jan. 26), the University of Indianapolis (Feb. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
ROTC commanders training future leaders Jun 26, 2007
Park University, Rockhurst University and William Jewell College ROTC programs work through Charlie Company at UMKC.. We go to where the students are, Gardner said. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Four NCAA College Cup Qualifiers Highlight 2007 Kangaroo Soccer Schedule Jun 1, 2007
Independent Central Arkansas and Division II foe Rockhurst University round out the schedule. UMKC opens the Summit League portion of its schedule on the road against conference debutants IPFW. The match is the first conference action for the Mastodons, who finished last season with a 1-4-0 record as an associate member of the Mid-American Conference and a 2-15-1 overall mark. (Umkckangaroos.com)
Former Pioneers coach takes over as interim AD at Rockhurst Univ. May 26, 2007
SUBMITTED PHOTO Rockhurst University interim athletics director Rebecca Morrisey is a former Leavenworth High School coach ... Frank Diskin, athletics director of Rockhurst University since 1985, has announced his retirement effective June 30 ... Frank Diskin has been an integral player in the growth and success of Rockhurst University athletics for more than 20 years, said Rockhurst President the Rev. Thomas B. Curran, O.S.F.S. His leadership and concern for athletes and our coaching staff will... (Leavenworth Times, KS)
• Lady Reds' tournament run comes to end May 7, 2007
UW-PARKSIDE: The Rangers split a doubleheader with Rockhurst University Saturday at Kansas City, Mo. The Rangers won the first game 14-9 and lost the second game 11-2. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Weather Forces Venue Change For First Game Of Weekend Softball Series May 4, 2007
Kangaroos and Thunderbirds will play the first game of the series at Loyola Park on Rockhurst University's campus ... - Due to wet weather conditions in the Kansas City area, the first game of the softball series between UMKC and Southern Utah has been moved to Loyola Park on the campus of Rockhurst University. (Umkckangaroos.com)
Couple to exchange vows Apr 25, 2007
He graduated from the University of Nebraska in 2002 with a Bachelor of Science in business administration and from Rockhurst University in 2006 with a Master of Business Administration. He is also a Certified Mutual Fund Counselor. (El Dorado Times, KS)
Women's Golfers Set For 2007 Mid-Con Championships Apr 21, 2007
UMKC finished the tournament with a 708 (342-335) to claim the title by 28 strokes over Rockhurst University. The squad had five players finish among the top-10 with junior claiming the medalist honors. (Umkckangaroos.com)
Colleges bound by privacy law, medical ethics Apr 19, 2007
Campus counseling centers across the country deal with disturbing or merely odd student behavior all the time, said Rick Hanson, president-elect of the American College Counseling Association and director of the center at Rockhurst University in Kansas City, Mo. "Every semester, students, ... faculty or staff raise red flags around behaviors they're seeing as odd, bizarre or unusual," he said. (SunSpot.net)
Students 'take back the night' Apr 18, 2007
This year, the Women's Center collaborated with Rockhurst University for the event, which was held on Rockhurst's campus. "Take Back the Night" intends to stop violence and rape against women. (University News, MO)
Kangaroos Win Park Invitational; Hofer Earns Medalist Honors Apr 18, 2007
The Kangaroos finished the 36-hole total with a 708 (342-335) to claim the team title by 28 strokes over Rockhurst University. UMKC finished the tournament with five players among the top-10 on the individual leaderboard. (Umkckangaroos.com)
Women's Linksters To Compete At Park Invitational Apr 14, 2007
TEAMS COMPETING The 13-team field will include: Avila University, Baker University, Central Christian College, Kansas Wesleyan University, UMKC, Missouri Valley College, Park University, Peru State College, Rockhurst University, Southwestern College, Western Illinois University, William Jewell College and York College ... UMKC will be in the Maroon Division along with Rockhurst University and Western Illinois. (Umkckangaroos.com)
KHS track teams strong at Mustang Relays Apr 12, 2007
Rockhurst University; Leah Sandler, midfielder-defender, St. Louis; and Meghan Turner, midfielder, Overland Park, Kan. Truman finished with a 12-5-3 record last season. (Kirksville Daily Express, MO)
Coach Benben fills in, works on 2007 Roo roster Apr 10, 2007
UMKC will scrimmage against the Hawks of Rockhurst University and the Mid-American Nazarene University Pioneers Saturday, April 14, on the campus of Rockhurst University. The first match begins at noon, when the Kangaroos face the Hawks. (University News, MO)
Save the Date Apr 10, 2007
Massman Gallery, Rockhurst University, 7 p.m. Page 1 of 3. Article Tools. (University News, MO)
FCS Financial Land & Home building a presence in Rolla Apr 10, 2007
ORIENTATION LEADER: Jacob Butz, of Rolla, has been selected as a fall 2007 orientation leader at Rockhurst University in Kansas City. Butz was chosen from a pool of talented applicants as one of 39 upperclass leaders who represent the campus. (Rolla Daily News, MO)
UMKC Volleyball To Face Kansas On Wednesday Apr 7, 2007
The Kangaroos will open play against Rockhurst University at 9:30 a.m. before facing Park University at 11:30. Later that afternoon, UMKC is scheduled to compete against Willaim Jewell at 2 p.m. followed by a 3 p.m. contest vs. Missouri Southern State University. (Umkckangaroos.com)
New Student Life director named Apr 4, 2007
The former director of student activities at Rockhurst University, Lubischer became UMKC's first permanent Student Life director since Zauyah Waite left for a position at the University of Toledo in June 2006 ... Changing over from Rockhurst University, a traditional Jesuit school, to a liberal university like UMKC does not overly concern Lubischer, because of her time spent at public and state-funded institutions such as Michigan State and William. (University News, MO)
T-Bones lose and gain Mar 23, 2007
McElwan, a Rockhurst University product, was 2-3 with a 3. 06 earned run average in 27 relief appearances. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Aquila Sets Annual Meeting Date; Announces Keith Stamm's Departure Mar 22, 2007
He is certified as a professional engineer and has a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Missouri, and an M.B.A. from Rockhurst University in Kansas City. Based in Kansas City, Mo. (Primezone Releases)
UMKC hosts ultimate Frisbee tournament Mar 20, 2007
Teams from UMKC, Rockhurst University and the University of Central Missouri (UCM) competed in the all-day event. UCM team PDF won the $100 first prize, with the UMKC Ninjas pulling down second place and a $50 prize. (University News, MO)
Lady Pumas 3-1 in GLVC Mar 20, 2007
Rensselaer Republican. The Pumas (9-7, 3-1 GLVC) lost Saturday s first game, 3-0, to the Miners before recording a 9-8, 15-inning victory in the nightcap. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
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Among the programs offered by the college, the Henry W. Bloch Scholarship offers full tuition to students at Donnelly and is transferable to Rockhurst University or the University of Missouri-Kansas City, and the Kansas Bridges to the Future, a transferable scholarship to Kansas State University. Gibson said he hopes programs offered by Donnelly College will encourage more Wyandotte County residents to gain a higher education. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Late rallies the menu for the day between SJC, Indy Mar 16, 2007
The Pumas play their first home games of 2007 on Saturday, hosting Rockhurst University. Action at Gil Hodges Field is set to begin at noon. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
business newsmakers Mar 11, 2007
Brian is a graduate of Rockhurst University in Kansas City, Mo. where he was a second-team NAIA All-American in basketball. (The Standard-Times, MA)
Kangaroos Set For Spring Competition Mar 9, 2007
The field will include William Jewell, Rockhurst University and the host Pirates. UMKC will close out its spring schedule at a tournament in Des Moines, Iowa, hosted by Drake University. (Umkckangaroos.com)
Kangaroos Kick Off Spring Schedule On Saturday At "Brass Jamboree" Mar 9, 2007
April 14, as they play local foes Rockhurst and Mid-America Nazarene in a pair of short scrimmages on the campus of Rockhurst University. UMKC opens the day with a noon kickoff against Rockhurst followed by a 1:20 p.m. start against Mid-America Nazarene. (Umkckangaroos.com)
Senator Thomas F. Eagleton Has Died Mar 5, 2007
He also taught at Webster University in St. Louis and Rockhurst College (now Rockhurst University) in Kansas City. He wrote commentaries for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch and other newspapers and provided political commentary on KSDK-TV. In 1991 Senator Eagleton joined the board of the Truman Library in Independence and led a successful effort to raise new funds and revitalize the library. (PR Newswire)
Jumpstart prepares children and students Feb 20, 2007
It recruits and trains 75 colleges students from UMKC and Rockhurst University to mentor preschool children at risk for future school failure. This year the number of volunteers has doubled from about 30-36 student volunteers, also known as core members, to about 70 student volunteers. (University News, MO)
World Series trophy briefly visits campus Feb 20, 2007
Media Credit: Mohammad Al-KassimAshlea Davis and Jocelyn Garrett pose with Cardinals 2006 World Series trophy on display Tuesday at Rockhurst University ... Unfortunately for Card fans on campus, the vehicle was lost and was actually headed for the Rockhurst University campus. (University News, MO)
Blair Quinn Joins Women's Soccer Coaching Staff Feb 17, 2007
Prior to his time with the Jayhawks, Quinn was an assistant women's coach at Johnson County Community and a graduate assistant with the men's program at his alma mater, Rockhurst University. Quinn played at Rockhurst from 1994 through 1996, earning NAIA 1st Team All-America and NSCAA 2nd Team All-America honors in 1996. (Lmulions.com)
Cardinals President to speak at MAC Feb 10, 2007
Lamping has been inducted into the Vianney High School Hall of Fame and was named 2000 Alumnus of the Year for outstanding achievement by Rockhurst University. A St. Louis native, Lamping holds a bachelor's of science degree in accounting from Rockhurst University in Kansas City and a master's degree in business administration from Saint Louis University. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Harlem comedy team comes to New Castle Feb 1, 2007
Basketball aficionados will be dazzled by the ball-handling wizardy of Johnny Magic Dadzie, satiated by the floor game of Donnie Razzmatazz Seale from North Carolina State University, and left awestruck by the high flying dunks of Greg The Finisher Wells from Rockhurst University. And since this is comedy basketball, the Harlem Rockets present to you two engaging showmen. (New Castle Record, VA)
Pumas picked 5th in GLVC poll Jan 18, 2007
Rockhurst University was second with 146 points and two first-place votes. The 2007 GLVC Tournament will be held May 10-13 at GCS Ballpark in Sauget, Ill. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Lady Pumas host West Division leader Jan 18, 2007
The Lady Pumas (4-10, 1-5 Great Lakes Valley Conference) rebounded from Thursday s 95-49 loss at Drury University with a 66-58 triumph at Rockhurst University on Saturday to snap a three-game losing streak and make their long-awaited appearance in the GLVC win column. SJC scored 17 of the game s first 21 points against Rockhurst and never trailed, limiting the Lady Hawks to 35. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
GLVC nemesis at SJC tonight Jan 18, 2007
SJC (8-6, 3-3 Great Lakes Valley Conference) lost consecutive games for the first time this season last weekend, an 81-69 setback at Drury University and a 94-77 loss at Rockhurst University. To get back on track, the Pumas must take down SIU-E (10-5, 6-2 GLVC), which owns a six-game winning streak over SJC, dating back to the 2002-03 season. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Photo Release -- Alternative Energy Sources Completes Board by Adding Spigarelli, Midwest Research Institute CEO Jan 16, 2007
He is also a trustee of Rockhurst University, Kansas City, and of the University of Missouri-Kansas City. To promote youths' interest in science careers, Spigarelli is board vice chairman of Science Pioneers, a Kansas City organization promoting student science and math programs. (Primezone Releases)
Bova records double-double as Lady Pumas get first GLVC win Jan 15, 2007
The Saint Joseph's College women's basketball team snapped a five-game losing skid in Great Lakes Valley Conference play on Saturday, posting the most dramatic game-to-game improvement in the program's history in a 66-58 victory at Rockhurst University. The Lady Pumas (4-10, 1-5 GLVC), coming off a 95-49 drubbing at the hands of Drury University the second-worst loss in school history SJC exorcised its demons with a hard-fought defensive effort. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Bloch scholarships paying off for Donnelly students Dec 3, 2006
Rockhurst University was later added ... He plans to major in accounting and transfer to Rockhurst University ... Gerber plans to major in business communication at Rockhurst University. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Scotland trails early, comes back to top Bevier Nov 30, 2006
Fromm, now playing for Rockhurst University, had been the team's leading scorer the last three years. Tristen Wilson helped stake Bevier to an 18-10 first-quarter lead, scoring seven points in the frame. (Kirksville Daily Express, MO)
Desk rage: Workers gone wild Nov 28, 2006
The women were suffering from what psychologists call desk rage," on-the-job anger that industry observers say is increasingly rearing its nasty head in stress-filled offices and other workplaces across America. advertisement Some desk-ragers go postal, screaming, cursing, trashing office equipment, even assaulting others. But desk rage also manifests as a slow boil that leads to gossiping at the water cooler, backstabbing, poor productivity, abusing sick days, stealing supplies or... (MSNBC -- Business)
UMKC Opens Exhibition Season Against Rockhurst Nov 2, 2006
In the first of two exhibition games on the schedule, the Kangaroo women host Rockhurst University to open up the 2006-07 basketball season. This is the second consecutive year that the Hawks serve as the debut matchup for UMKC, as the Kangaroos handed Rockhurst a 65-42 defeat in last year's exhibition opener. (Umkckangaroos.com)
UMKC Basketball Coaches To Ring Closing Bell At Kansas City Board of Trade Nov 1, 2006
The UMKC women's basketball team will play its first exhibition game on Thursday evening at 7 p.m. vs. Rockhurst University. The game will be held at the Swinney Recreation Center. (Umkckangaroos.com)
Poet revels in words Oct 31, 2006
The reading took place Thursday, Oct. 26 in the Mabee Theater at Rockhurst University. McHugh has written seven books of poetry and is the author of a book of essays. (University News, MO)
