VSU asks General Assembly for funds for convocation center Apr 10, 2008
F.M. WIGGINS/STAFF PHOTO Virginia State University hopes to nearly double its size. The school s 2020 Vision Plan includes a convocation center, performing arts center and new student housing. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
STU President Attending Pope's Address to National Educators April 17 Apr 9, 2008
MIAMI, April 8, 2008 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- St. Thomas University President, Monsignor Franklyn M. Casale, will join presidents of more than 200 Catholic colleges and universities for Pope Benedict XVI's address in Washington, D.C., April 17 ... "I believe what I will hear in Washington will not be a reproach nor an open exchange of ideas but a clear and concise reflection on the importance and direction of modern Catholic education, highlighting His Holiness' appreciation for the role of... (PR Newswire)
Reading old texts subject of lecture Mar 26, 2008
He holds the master of divinity degree from Luther Seminary and the doctoral degree in education from St. Thomas University. Knick has served as a parish pastor for 10 years and taught social studies at the secondary education level for 10 years. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Complete Sports Index Mar 7, 2008
They opened the season with a 0-7 record, losing all of their games to LSU-Shreveport, the University of Mobile and Thomas University. Then they went on a six-game win streak against Tougaloo and Spring Hill Colleges. (The Maroon, LA)
Bill Hass on the ACC: Clemson's Cliff Hammonds Focuses on the Moment in Every Aspect of His Life Feb 23, 2008
" It's not easy. While he completes his senior year, his wife, Lakendra, and son, Clifford Daniel Hammonds V, are living in his hometown of Cairo, Ga. She's finishing her degree at Thomas University in nearby Thomasville. "They come up on weekends whenever they can," Hammonds said. "Her parents and my parents are helping out as much as possible taking care of him while she furthers her education. I know it gets hard on me sometimes, but I always think how much harder it must be on them. (Theacc.com)
Students seek compensation after lockout Feb 5, 2008
Students at St. Thomas University are seeking hundreds of dollars in compensation for lost instruction time, cancelled travel plans and other expenses after a month-long labour dispute at the New Brunswick school. "We are asking for compensation for all students, for the missed classes and the stress the situation caused," said Duncan Gallant, an executive member of the university's student council. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Positive thinking Feb 1, 2008
Ahrens is a transfer from St. Thomas University in Minnesota where he batted. 245 in 25 games played for the Tommies. (SunOnline)
Florida Tech Panthers feed off McNally's energy Jan 26, 2008
Then, there was the phone call, which came from former teammate Ryan Maultsby on Dec. 18 -- two hours before the Panthers played St. Thomas University. Maultsby wanted to know what had happened to that guy who used to dominate practice and chided McNally for not being aggressive enough. (Florida Today)
St. Thomas union urges faculty to reject offer Jan 24, 2008
Negotiations have broken off and there is no end in sight to the labour dispute at St. Thomas University that has kept 2,500 students from their classes since the beginning of term. The faculty association representing the school's full- and part-time professors is planning to hold a vote tomorrow and Friday on the Fredericton university's most recent offer. (Globe and Mail)
Students protest faculty strike impasse Jan 14, 2008
FREDERICTON _ Students at Fredericton's St. Thomas University rallied Friday to let administration officials and locked-out faculty know they want to get back to classes. The start of the semester has been delayed by at least 11 days following the university's decision to lockout faculty. (ChronicleHerald.ca)
Faculty labour talks to resume at St. Thomas Jan 9, 2008
Faculty and administration at St. Thomas University have agreed to return to the negotiating table tomorrow as students at the Fredericton school step up their campaign to end the labour dispute that has already delayed their second term by more than a week. "It's nice that both sides are open to talking. It would have been nice to see it sooner," said Duncan Gallant, a third-year political science student and an executive of the university's student union. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Negotiations resume to end NB university lockout Jan 7, 2008
FREDERICTON Talks have resumed between both sides involved in a lockout at St. Thomas University in Fredericton. The school locked out faculty on Dec. 27 after 10 months of negotiations, with wages and workload remaining the major issues. (Globe and Mail)
Talks break off in lockout at Fredericton university Jan 7, 2008
FREDERICTON The administration at St. Thomas University in Fredericton wants staff to vote on its final offer after talks between the school and its locked-out faculty broke off ... Jeffrey Carleton, a spokesman for St. Thomas University, says the administration made clear to the union that it wanted a negotiated settlement by Sunday at midnight to ensure classed would resume as planned on Jan. 10. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Union's Milnamow has 'monster' game Dec 31, 2007
Jason Shaffer and Chris Potts scored third-period goals to snap a tie, and Union College beat St. Thomas University of New Brunswick 3-1 in the Pete Kelly Cup's opening round Saturday afternoon at Aitken Centre in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Brendan Milnamow led the Dutchmen with a goal and an assist and was named the "Monster Player of the Game.". (Albany Times Union)
Fredericton's St. Thomas University to lock out its faculty Dec 30, 2007
com: Fredericton's St. Thomas University to lock out its faculty ... Fredericton's St. Thomas University to lock out its faculty ... After 10 months of failed contract negotiations, St. Thomas University in Fredericton announced yesterday it was locking out its faculty - the first time a Canadian academic institution has pre-emptively locked out its academic staff before a strike. (Globe and Mail)
St. Thomas University to lock out staff Dec 28, 2007
December 27, 2007 at 1:03 PM EST. FREDERICTON The faculty association at the University of St. Thomas in Fredericton says it has been served notice that its members will be locked out later today after contract talks broke down last week. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Churches come tumbling down Dec 22, 2007
And Michael Higgins, president of Fredericton's St. Thomas University and an expert on contemporary Roman Catholicism, sees a crucial absence of "credible moderate and liberal witnesses" for reforming the Catholic Church from the inside, people who remain strongly attached to the institution and haven't left. "They don't seem to be there.". (Globe and Mail -- National)
Why Black's faith 'will sustain him' Dec 17, 2007
Michael Higgins, a Catholic layman, broadcaster and president of St. Thomas University in Fredericton, says he thinks "Conrad has internalized and appropriated dimensions of the Catholic tradition that define his spirituality. To the degree that it's authentic, and I think it is, it will sustain him. I think he won't draw so much on priest confessors, but on his internal resources, as a person who has drawn on his faith because it matters." Dr. Higgins interviewed Lord Black for his book, My... (Globe and Mail -- National)
Wes Doyle Named to 10th Annual FCS Athletic Directors Academic All-Star Team Dec 16, 2007
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Tenth Annual Football Championship Subdivision ADs Association Academic All-Star Team Named Dec 15, 2007
Cleveland, Ohio -- The 51 winners of the 10th annual Football Championship Subdivision Athletics Directors Association Academic All-Star Team was announced by the Football Championship Subdivision Athletics Directors Association (FCS ADA), today. The winners were announced at the Football Championship Subdivision football championship in Chattanooga, Tennessee. (Nacda.com)
Shouting match divides diverse suburb Nov 6, 2007
That s still a very conservative area, said St. Thomas University professor J.P. Faletta. He said Houston s suburbs have been evolving in a way not at all like many cities. (KHOU.com, TX)
UWF women's soccer wins 2-0 to end regular season Oct 29, 2007
In the final match of the regular season, the West Florida women's soccer team (14-2-0) continued to shut down their opponents as the Argos blanked the Thomas University Nighthawks 3-0 on Friday at the UWF Sports Complex ... The West Florida men's soccer team also won Friday against Thomas University, 2-0. (Pensacola News Journal)
N.B. NDP prepare to pick new leader Oct 9, 2007
Rick Myers, a political scientist at Fredericton's St. Thomas University, said the NDP's top priority must be to find a leader that can win a seat in the house of assembly. "Without a leader in the legislature, you are in neutral with no chance to move forward," Mr. Myers said. (Globe and Mail -- National)
The New York Times Magazine Announces Winner of College Essay Contest Sep 29, 2007
Source: The New York Times Company. Winner's Essay Will Be Published in Sept. 30 Issue of The Magazine and Posted on mtvU.com. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Caffeine painkiller risk claimed Sep 27, 2007
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Sweeping changes to N.B. campuses will weaken system, critics say Sep 14, 2007
The province is home to four universities: UNB, the French-language University of Moncton, St. Thomas University in Fredericton and Mount Allison in Sackville, as well as a network of community colleges. In recent years the system has struggled with funding and like other eastern provinces is expected to face declining enrolments because of a drop in the university and college-aged population. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Translators play special role in game Sep 11, 2007
The Rockies' Ono was a state championship-level tennis player in high school outside Tokyo and parlayed that into educational opportunities at West Virginia Wesleyan, St. Petersburg College and St. Thomas University in Miami. He also translated for one-time Devil Rays pitching prospect Sinji Mori. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
Laura Sturaitis Promoted to SVP Media Services & Product Strategy Sep 5, 2007
She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and English from St. Thomas University, Miami, and a Master of Business Administration from Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida. About. (BusinessWire)
Dispute Over Truck Parking Turning Ugly For 'City Beautiful' Sep 2, 2007
Dispute Over Truck Parking Turning Ugly For 'City Beautiful. " Practically speaking, the ruling mattered little for Kuvin, who moved last year to a waterside condominium in Miami Beach. But the implications could be big for Coral Gables, whose proud status in South Florida as the "City Beautiful" hinges on the strictly regulated look of its neighborhoods. Pickups - even the Ford F150, the best-selling vehicle in the country last year - are a scourge on the city's image, officials and many... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Stroud Named Associate Athletics Director For Advancement Aug 29, 2007
He earned his Masters of Science in Sports Administration from St. Thomas University in December of 2001. Stroud and his wife, Deirdre, have a son, Carter, and they're expecting a second child in November. (Umkckangaroos.com)
Heavy metal thief nabbed by police Aug 23, 2007
The thief also hit next door at St. Thomas University. That video, 11 News learned, led to a Crime Stoppers tip, which led Houston police to Ernest Wilson. (KHOU.com, TX)
Debut RITC fighters look for ultimate rush Aug 20, 2007
Grijalva, who studies law at St. Thomas University in Miami, said he had a dozen different emotions running through his mind prior to taking on his friend, a University of Arizona communications major. "We're both going in there to compete and get better, but it's tough to throw punches against a guy who's your friend," Grijalva said. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Notes: Chulk at home in Miami Aug 18, 2007
Chulk grew up in Miami, 30 minutes south of Dolphin Stadium, and played college ball at St. Thomas University in Miami Gardens. He still keeps a residence in the area, as does almost all of his family. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
BU Administrator Leaves For Eastern Washington Aug 17, 2007
Chaves received his bachelors degree in sports administration from Saint Thomas University in Miami, Fla. in 1988. (KWTX.com, TX)
Football time is here Aug 1, 2007
Gill, the former head soccer coach at Thomas University and Feathers River College in California, is now head coach at Middle Georgia College in Cochran. The Bearcats and Lady Cats soccer teams are both coming off strong seasons. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
One week left for Pro City Jul 27, 2007
Khalid El-Amin is always there to take in, Johnnie Gilbert consistently has highlights and one of the summers most exciting performers has been recent St. Thomas University grad Isaac Rosefelt. Isaac put up 40 one night this summer tied with the 40 put up by Luke Anderson for the summer high in point production. (Minnesota Sports -- Rivals.com)
Nasrat Hakim Joins Alexza Pharmaceuticals as Vice President, Quality Jul 19, 2007
Mr. Hakim holds both a JD and BS in Law from Saratoga University in San Jose, California, a Masters degree (LLM) in Law from St. Thomas University in Miami, Florida, and Bachelors and Masters degrees in Chemistry from California State University at Sacramento. "We are very pleased to welcome Nasrat to Alexza and as a member of our Executive Team," said Thomas B. King, Alexza President and CEO. "The continued growth of our clinical and preclinical programs at Alexza requires us to add integrated... (PR Newswire)
Reliever Izquierdo rides sinker to success Jul 5, 2007
comDate: Jul 5, 2007 Originally born in Cuba, Clinton reliever Ivan Izquierdo signed with the Rangers as an undrafted free agent out of St. Thomas University last season. Lone Star Dugout features the right-handed sinkerballer. (Texas, TheInsiders.com)
Mixed feelings for new Seattle skipper McLaren Jul 2, 2007
" McLaren bio Age: 55, born Sept. 29, 1951, in Galveston, Texas High school: Westbury, in Houston. College: Attended Blinn Junior College, St. Thomas University and Houston Baptist. Playing career: Catcher, drafted in the seventh round by the Astros in 1970. Hit a home run in his first pro game. Played seven seasons in the minor leagues, retiring after the 1976 season. Coaching career: 1977, coach in Blue Jays system; 1978-85, Blue Jays minor-league manager, with four teams (430-483 record);... (Seattle Times)
Who needs another medical school? Ask him. Jun 30, 2007
Paul Business Journal Tom Rochon, executive vice president of academic affairs at St. Thomas University, says a new med school is needed. The and Hospitals & Clinics' idea to jointly build a new medical school in the Twin Cities is generating some concern in the local health care community, particularly within the 's medical program. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Notes: Rangers are in listening mode Jun 27, 2007
Briefly: The Rangers have signed two more draft picks: right-handed pitcher Hector Nelo, a 15th-round pick out of St. Thomas University, and Benjamin Henry, a 30th-round pick out of Loris (S.C.) High School. Drew Meyer was activated off the disabled list at Triple-A Oklahoma. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Man injured in log truck wreck Jun 23, 2007
Green holds a bachelor s degree in criminal justice from Thomas University and is currently seeking a master s degree in public administration from Columbus State University. Georgia police to hold DUI crackdown. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
69-year-old Pa. doctor accused of selling pain pill prescriptions Jun 20, 2007
Sabugo was a native of the Philippines and a graduate of St. Thomas University in Manila who has been practicing in Philadelphia since 1971, he said. . (NEPA News, PA)
Soccer campers work Jun 20, 2007
In addition to playing semi pro soccer in Ireland and beginning his coaching tenure at Middle Georgia College, he is a former head soccer coach at Thomas University and Feathers River College in California. He is also a former assistant soccer coach at Thomas County Central High School. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Woolly mammoth died from environment and loss of diversity Jun 10, 2007
Sunday, 10 June 2007. According to British, U.S. and Russian scientists, woolly mammoths decreased in numbers and genetic diversity over tens of thousands of years. (iTWire)
New generation in a family tradition Jun 9, 2007
An honor student and graduate of Clear Lake High School and St. Thomas University, Gutheinz has been active duty in the Army for two years while going to law school in the evening. "I wake up everyday and I go to work in my uniform and go straight to law school afterward and then I come home and be a father," he said. (Pasadena Citizen, TX)
Budget passes, vetoes hit South Florida May 28, 2007
The biggest local item to not get funding was $6 million that would have gone to a science and technology building at St. Thomas University, a private entity. The governor also struck down funding for certain nursing programs - including $500,000 for the University of Miami and $250,000 for Barry University, both private universities. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Down a new road May 23, 2007
However, he began his college career majoring in early childhood education at Valdosta State University, then transferred to Thomas University, graduating from there with a bachelor s degree. He has since obtained his master s from Nova and just finished his first year as a third-grade teacher at Jones Wheat Elementary School. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
More of this story May 20, 2007
Lady Warriors Fall To St. Thomas University. Thomas University used sloppy Webber defense to advance into the winner s bracket of the NAIA Region XIV softball tournament. (Lake Wales News, FL)
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Kirksville Daily Express - News. Sunday, May 20, 2007. (Kirksville Daily Express, MO)
Dudley Do-Wrong? Scandals Blemish Canadian Mounties' Squeaky-Clean Image May 17, 2007
I can't think to another time where you had so much going so wrong so quickly and at such high levels,'' said Michael Dawson, a professor at St. Thomas University in New Brunswick and author of a book on the RCMP's image. Surveys show that the controversies are eroding public faith in one of Canada's most enduring symbols. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Lady Mocs Widen Lead in Golf Nationals May 12, 2007
The fourth-seeded Warriors (29-22) gave up three unearned runs in a 4-0 loss to top-seeded Thomas University (23-15) of Thomasville, Ga ... Thomas University will meet the winner of that game at 2 p.m. The winner of the 2 p.m. contest will face Savannah College of Art and Design (37-6) for the championship at 5 p.m.. (The Ledger)
Notre Dame baseball coach pushes on after wife's death May 10, 2007
Since graduating in 1983 from Creighton, where he was an all-conference outfielder, he earned a master's in sports administration at St. Thomas University (also known as Biscayne College) in Florida and steadily climbed the coaching ranks. The family agreed Notre Dame would be the last coaching stop. (USA Today -- Sports)
Seminole Softball Leads All League Teams With Five All-ACC Selections. May 10, 2007
" Alicart has put together one of the best two-year runs in school history since coming to FSU from Thomas University last season. She has reset her school record with 14 home runs this year and has moved up to second in school history. The school record holder with a .635 slugging percentage, she is also fourth for 34 doubles. Ranked in the ACC in six offensive categories, including number three at 15 doubles, Alicart is on four ACC lists during conference games, topped out at number three with... (Seminoles.com)
Documentary will give viewers a glimpse European war sites Columbus students saw May 5, 2007
Chris Hansen, a 2005 Columbus graduate and sophomore at St. Thomas University, accompanied the class and shot 20 hours of film. He has created the half-hour documentary "A Journal: Tracing the Footstep of History.". (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Budget highlights: Dade County May 3, 2007
St. Thomas University Science and Technology Building: $6 million. Miami River Dredging Project: $6 million. (The Miami Herald)
Saints sign 12 rookie free agents, including mammoth tackle May 3, 2007
Autos HomeCenter Zero In On Your Next Home Free Classifieds. 01:00 PM CDT on Wednesday, May 2, 2007. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Mothers enliven college discussion May 2, 2007
She plans to take her associate of arts degree from BC and major in social work at Thomas University. As a certified nurse assisting (CNA) who earned her CNA at BC, Ms. Hubbard also juggles work in Cairo and being the mother of two children, a 2-year-old and 16-month-old. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Charlie West completes 40 years; not about to retire now May 1, 2007
HEADED TO LAW SCHOOL: Erin Hopkins, a 1995 graduate of Rolla HIgh School, has graduated summa cum laude from St. Thomas University in Houston, TX, and will now attend Baylor University Law School on an academic scholarship. Comments. (Rolla Daily News, MO)
Natives died as Ottawa ignored warnings Apr 24, 2007
It's another crime, said Roland Chrisjohn, a professor of native studies at St. Thomas University who has written extensively on the subject. Canada can't define genocide to suit its own purposes. (Globe and Mail)
If It Wasn't For Softball, I Wouldn't Be Here Apr 20, 2007
Instead, the Venezuelan Softball Federation told her she was going to Thomas University in Thomasville, Ga. They also told her that after spending a year at Thomas she was going to transfer to Indiana University where Mickey Dean, the pitching coach for the Venezuelan National Team, was an assistant coach. (Seminoles.com)
On the Bench - 4/18/2007 Apr 20, 2007
Bryan Johnson, of Grantsburg has played in 16 games, starting seven in the outfield for St. Thomas University in Minnesota. He's 5-25, scored six runs; has two doubles, a triple and five runs batted in. (Grantsburg Burnett County Sentinel, WI)
New York City to promote circumcision to reduce HIV spread Apr 8, 2007
New York City to promote circumcision to reduce HIV spread. Circumcision :: New York City to promote circumcision to reduce HIV spread. (SpiritIndia)
Right mindset needed for PHS girls Mar 22, 2007
Alison Wright is a freshman this season in college, and she has started right where she left off for St. Thomas University (MN). She has played all six games in the infield so far for the Tommies, one of the nation's storied programs at the NCAA Division 3 level. (Lake Country Reporter, WI)
Francis E. Hofkes Mar 16, 2007
He grew up in Boyd attending St. Joseph s Elementary school, graduating from Boyd High School in 1933 and St. Thomas University, St. Paul, class of 1937. In 1942 he volunteered for the U.S. Navy, was commissioned as an ensign, studied at Harvard University and MIT, serving in Radar/Sonar development and installation. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
