Class of 2008: Santiam Christian High School May 30, 2008
Cassie Allen Western Oregon University Academic Scholarship, Cornish College of Arts Academic Scholarship, OSAA Dance Scholarship ... Alyssa Schmidt Salutatorian, SCHS Honor Graduate, ACSI Distinguished Student (Academics, Fine Arts, Christian Service), OSAA Farmers Insurance Group Scholar Athlete, PacWest Scholar Athlete, Corban College Chancellor s, Valedictorian and Sibling Awards, Western Oregon University Presidential Scholarship, Oregon State University Diversity Achievement... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
SANTIAM CHRISTIAN VALEDICTORIANS May 30, 2008
Plans: Attend Western Oregon University and major in education with a minor in special education. GT Reader Comments. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Pros could learn lesson from these college softball players May 28, 2008
According the report I saw, there were two runners on base when Western Oregon University s Sara Tucholsky stepped up to bat. She hit the ball over the centerfield fence. (New Iberia, LA)
Marshall Baseball Finishes Banner Year May 28, 2008
Dan Straily, a transfer to MU from Western Oregon University, pitched well for the Herd in the C-USA Tournament and was named to the All-Tournament team, along with fellow pitcher Steve Blevins. photo from HerdZone. (Goherd.com)
Marshall Tops So. Miss, Reaches Title Game May 26, 2008
Sophomore Dan Straily (a transfer from Western Oregon University), was one of three Herd regular season weekend starters who pitched Sunday morning, picked up the win but MU got great effort from both other starters in junior and senior Andrew Blain. Marshall's pitching has been very good and, with Straily throwing two innings in the win, he will start the championship game against. (Goherd.com)
Neigh, this is coitus preventus May 24, 2008
A recent example came during an important divisional softball game between Western Oregon University and Central Washington University. At the "bottom of the fifth" - gee, I love that kind of talk - WOU's Sara Tucholsky made like Babe Ruth and smacked her first career home run over the center-field fence. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Ruth C. Lear May 24, 2008
She attended Pacific University one year then transferred to Oregon Normal School (now Western Oregon University) in Monmouth. Following graduation, she taught first grade three years in Dallas, Ore. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
On display (45) May 23, 2008
Jensen Arctic Museum, Western Oregon University, 590 Church St. Thousands of artifacts revealing the life and culture of people living above the Arctic Circle. Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Eagles shine at state championships May 23, 2008
Caleb Goins of East Linn Christian Academy pushes to the finish line of the 1,500-meter run at the OSAA 2A state track championships May 17 at Western Oregon University ... After a season spent bundled in sweats, East Linn Christian Academy track and field athletes were plunged into summer at the 1A/2A/3A state championships at Western Oregon University. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Marshall Routs Green Wave in C-USA Opener May 22, 2008
In that third game, Bowden pitched four innings of two hit, no run baseball against MU. Straily, a sophomore transfer from Western Oregon University, pitched five innings and allowed the Eagles five hits and three runs, two earned. The other upset of the day was No. 8 knocking off the No. 1 seed Rice, 8-2, with 14 hits and three errors by the Owls. (Goherd.com)
Jeannie Babb Taylor: Let them run May 21, 2008
Over 200,000 viewers enjoyed the YouTube video of Western Oregon University athlete Sara Tucholsky s first home run. In a game against Central Washington University, Tucholsky hit the ball over the fence. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Coquille runner races to Class 3A state title in hurdles May 20, 2008
The World Link: Fuchs races to Class 3A state title in hurdles. Fuchs races to Class 3A state title in hurdles. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
3A, 2A, 1A Boys track and field May 18, 2008
Despite that "disadvantage," as he calls it, the speedy, fluid junior wowed the packed crowd at Western Oregon University with seemingly easy victories in the 100 meters, 200 and both hurdles events. He set a state-meet record of 22. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Cagley vaults to Class 3A state title May 18, 2008
The only running final was the 3,000 meters, with the rest being contested today at Western Oregon University. Cagley was one of a handful of South Coast athletes who earned medals on the opening day. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Logger runs away from the field May 18, 2008
The Scio sophomore made those times stand up Saturday, winning the 100- and 200- meter races at Western Oregon University. He got a good start in the 100 and cruised to victory in 11. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Aiming for the top May 18, 2008
The East Linn Christian senior chased Oakridge s Max Long throughout the 2A boys 3,000-meter state final at Western Oregon University as the temperature approached 90 degrees ... At Western Oregon University. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Class 3A, 2A, 1A track and field championships McCullough has record day in shot May 17, 2008
The only thing that eluded him at this year's Class 1A state meet at Western Oregon University in Monmouth was the all-time record for his classification. But he already owns that, thanks to a mark of 54-63/4 in last week's district meet at Sherman. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Athletes eye state success May 16, 2008
The meet runs Friday and Saturday at Western Oregon University in Monmouth. Admission is 7 for adults and 5 for students. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Race to the finish line May 16, 2008
The Lebanon senior held just long enough, then dominated the field to win the boys 110-meter high hurdles at the Mid-Willamette Conference track and field district meet at Western Oregon University. The victory came with an added bonus. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Making the leap to state May 16, 2008
David Patton/Democrat-Herald South Albany s Justin Boies clears the bar at 6 feet, 4 inches to win the high jump at the 5A district meet Tuesday on the Western Oregon University campus in Monmouth ... The West Albany freshman false-started and was disqualified in her 100-meter preliminary heat of the Mid-Willamette Conference track and field district meet at Western Oregon University ... At Western Oregon University. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Woman’s family starts scholarship at WOU (57) May 15, 2008
Scholarships will be awarded to successful applicants from Lebanon who plan to attend Western Oregon University in Monmouth. Samantha was a student there before her death, majoring in psychology with a minor in dance. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Williams, Alig, Dazey honored May 15, 2008
MONMOUTH Santiam Christian had four athletes qualify for this weekend s 3A state track and field meet at Western Oregon University. On the boys side, Andrew Conniff qualified by finishing second in the 1,500-meter run in 4 minutes, 35. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Applications due soon for Samantha Stephens scholarship May 15, 2008
The scholarship is aimed at Lebanon students who plan to attend Western Oregon University in Monmouth, where Stephens was a student majoring in psychology and minoring in dance. Need will be the primary criteria. (Lebanon Express, OR)
East Linn sends athletes to state championships May 15, 2008
The 2A state championships take place May 16 and 17 at Western Oregon University. TRC championships. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Ferestein: Using entertainment news to teach our children May 14, 2008
During a game against Western Oregon University last weekend, two softball players from Central Washington University assisted an injured player from the opposing Western Oregon team to help the injured player run the bases on their shoulders when her knee buckled at first base, making her unable to run the remaining bases after hitting her first-ever home run. I asked my daughter, Would Sharpay, London or Britney have done a random act of kindness for the opposition. (Needham Tab, MA)
Prep sports roundup May 14, 2008
East Linn Christian senior Caleb Goins had a big weekend at the Tri-River Conference district track and field meet at Western Oregon University in Monmouth. Goins won the 1,500 and 3,000 meters and helped the Eagles run the 2A state-leading mark in the 1,600 relay (3 minutes, 34. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Yeager, Emmons win MWC district track titles May 14, 2008
MONMOUTH Crescent Valley High had three of the top four finishers in the girls 3,000-meter run at Tuesday s Mid-Willamette Conference district track and field meet at Western Oregon University. CV s Amelia Yeager won in a time of 10 minutes, 45. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
High School Recap for May 12: Area athletes stand out at Sunset Conference meet May 13, 2008
The World Link: High School Recap for May 12: Area athletes stand out at Sunset Conference meet. High School Recap for May 12: Area athletes stand out at Sunset Conference meet. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Punching a ticket to state May 13, 2008
The 3A and 2A meets will be held this Friday and Saturday at Western Oregon University in Monmouth. At the PacWest Conference meet, also at Western Oregon, Jefferson senior Grant Gagle won the 100, 200 and pole vault and helped the Lions win the 400 relay. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Raiders should have quick start May 13, 2008
The Crescent Valley High girls track and field team should get off to a quick start at the Mid-Willamette Conference district meet that begins today at Western Oregon University. Amelia Yeager, Mackenzie Entrikin and Sarah Auer are the top three seeds in the 3,000-meter run, which kicks off the track events at 5 p.m.. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Bill Clinton expected in Albany (26) May 11, 2008
Noon, Western Oregon University Old Gym, 345 N. Monmouth Ave., Monmouth. 1:45 p.m., McMinnville High School Main Gym (Red Gym), 615 NE 15th St., McMinnville, OR. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Clark column: Got sportsmanship? Greene Co. does May 8, 2008
After Western Oregon University s Sarah Tucholsky belted her first-ever career home run over the center field wall, she sustained an unfortunate knee injury as she attempted to touch first base. The career-ending knee injury left the senior unable to round the bases. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
ELCA track heads to district meet May 8, 2008
The district meet takes place May 8 and 10 at Western Oregon University, which also is the site of the 2A state championships. Several East Linn athletes will be looking for state berths at the district competition. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Softball players epitomize sportsmanship - Tuesday, May 6, 2008 May 6, 2008
Western Oregon University was up against Central Washington University, both Division II softball teams competing for their first spot in the NCAA tournament. Western's Sara Tucholsky was at bat. (Missoulian, MT)
School leaders up for vote in Lebanon May 4, 2008
Baker received her teaching certificate from Western Oregon University in 1997 and her master s degree in curriculum and instruction from Portland State University. She also received her administrative credentials from PSU.. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Walters' Wacky World May 3, 2008
April 30: When a Western Oregon University player hit the first homerun of her life, two players from Central Washington helped her round the bases. Nightly News. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Good sports draw national attention May 3, 2008
During the game, which had major playoff implications in the playoff race in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference, Western Oregon University outfielder Sara Tucholsky hit her first-ever college home run. Distracted and surprised by her accomplishment, Tucholsky missed first base as she ran past it. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Opposing team carries player to victory May 2, 2008
A softball player at Western Oregon University had just hit her first-ever home run. After rounding first base, Sara Tucholsky's knee gave out and she crumbled to the ground. (K-Eye News, TX)
Opponents carry injured home run hitter around the bases May 2, 2008
With two runners on base and a strike against her, Sara Tucholsky of Western Oregon University uncorked her best swing and did something she had never done, in high school or college. Her first home run cleared the center-field fence. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Editorial: Roses n’ Razzies (May 2) May 2, 2008
Last Saturday, Western Oregon University softball player Sara Tucholsky came up to bat. She swung away. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Princess Amanda May 2, 2008
The princess plans to attend Linn-Benton Community College then transfer to Western Oregon University, focusing on a degree in teaching. She hopes to work with third-graders or younger. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Goins takes two titles May 2, 2008
The Twilight is the team's last tuneup before the conference championships, which are May 8 and 10 at Western Oregon University. 4/24. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Philomath names new school principal Apr 23, 2008
Ball, 54, has a bachelor s degree in health education and physical education from Western Oregon University in Monmouth. He also completed a master s degree in teaching and an educational administration program at Lewis and Clark College in Portland. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
SPEECH CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS Apr 22, 2008
Teams from Sam Barlow, Silverton and Nestucca high schools won first place honors in the Oregon School Activities Association state speech championships at Western Oregon University. More than 475 students from 67 schools participated. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Not all bad news on student loans Apr 20, 2008
The Oregonian talked with Dave McDonald, associate provost at Western Oregon University in Monmouth, about how the industry turbulence is affecting college lenders, how the state is attempting to make college more affordable, and how students and their parents can try to avoid trouble. Banks are making fewer loans and trying to minimize risk. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
Lifting weights, bearing burdens Apr 20, 2008
She attended Western Oregon University, working in group homes for the disabled and getting scholarships, and she continued bodybuilding. That's when she started winning amateur bodybuilding competitions. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
BeaverBlitz Newsstand Thursday, April 17 Apr 18, 2008
Daily BarometerAiming to continue early season success, women's track heads to Monmouth on Friday for Western Oregon University. Daily BarometerAll athletes at one time or another have dreamed of going to the Olympics. (Oregon State Sports -- Rivals.com)
A stellar run nears an end Apr 18, 2008
On Thursday, Austin began competing for the state championship in a tournament that continues today and Saturday at Western Oregon University. The tournament includes 475 students competing in disciplines ranging from political debates to humorous acting. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Alumni Notes: McKenna honored by Pac-10 Apr 11, 2008
Former Myrtle Point High School standout Scott Buche has been contributing to the Western Oregon University baseball team this spring. After his first season as a redshirt punter on the Wolves football team, Buche has taken a relief role on the Wolves pitching staff. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
OSU wins OK for emergency texting system (42) Apr 11, 2008
Partners in the system who finalized commitments to its purchase this week include Western Oregon University, Eastern Oregon University, Southern Oregon University and the Oregon Institute of Technology. Portland Community College also is considering partnering in the program, said Dana Haynes, spokesman for the community college. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Herd Baseball Goes 1-1-1 At Tulane Apr 8, 2008
Dan Straily, a transfer from Western Oregon University, is 3-2 with a 5. 11 ERA and 31 strikeouts. (Goherd.com)
Tumor bank returns dividends Apr 2, 2008
"I'm, like, sure," recalls Bohrer, a sophomore at Western Oregon University. "What else am I gonna use it for?". (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
What's Ahead Apr 2, 2008
Keynote speaker will be David McDonald, associate provost of Western Oregon University. For more information, those interested can call co-coordinator and high school counselor Heidi Roe at 751-7186 or e-mail. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Rhonda Sue McNeal (40) Apr 2, 2008
Rhonda graduated from Crescent Valley High School in 1975 and from Western Oregon University in 1992, magna cum laude. Survivors include her parents, of Dallas, Ore. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Baseball, Softball Home To End March Mar 28, 2008
Dan Straily, another transfer and from Western Oregon University, leads the staff with 28 punch outs, but has walked 17. His ERA is 5. (Goherd.com)
Teresa “Terry” (Ogden) Tennant (18) Mar 27, 2008
She attended Western Oregon University, where she received her undergraduate degree and two master s degrees. She taught high school at Willamette High School and at Santiam Christian. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
At Our Best (41) Mar 24, 2008
The Wiscarson family and the Oregon Symphony Association in Salem sponsors the competition, which is held in Smith Music Hall at Western Oregon University in Monmouth. Additional underwriters include WOU, Salem Electric and Sterling Savings Bank. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Oregon State’s College of Liberal Arts adds to staff Mar 23, 2008
At OSU, 79 percent of instructors are full-time, which is higher than the University of Oregon (73 percent), Portland State University (53 percent) and Western Oregon University (59 percent), according to the OUS information. Even with the services of adjunct instructors, the demand for classes isn t being met, Dennis said. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Nyssa school gains national honors Mar 22, 2008
He grew up in Huntington and then attended TVCC and graduated from Western Oregon University. Comment Blog - Note: All Comments Subject To Approval. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Melinda Maureen Murray (17) Mar 20, 2008
Melinda graduated in 1974 from South Albany High School and received a Bachelor of Arts in primary education with a major in music from Oregon College of Education (now Western Oregon University) in 1979. Melinda taught music at Bangor Elementary School in North Bend from 1983 to 1999. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
High school students invited to college prep event Mar 19, 2008
Keynote speaker will be David McDonald, associate provost of Western Oregon University. Other speakers will include Dan Reilly of The University of Portland, who will guide students and their families in how to choose a college; Anne LeChavallier of the University of Oregon, who will explain the value of Honor s College and how to increase your chances to be admitted to this option; Caddy McKeown, regional supervisor of ASPIRE and Julie Rumreich of North Bend High School ASPIRE, who will host a... (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Marshall's Lape National Player of the Week Mar 19, 2008
Dan Straily, a transfer from Western Oregon University, is tied for eighth with 23 strikeouts, tied for third with 11 strikeouts looking and fifth in hit batters with four. A transfer last season from the University of , Lape made a start in 29 of 32 games in first season with Herd. (Goherd.com)
Philomath residents gather to fete Kevin Boss Mar 4, 2008
-- People in "Bossman" and "Boss Mania" T-shirts packed the Philomath High School gym to seek autographs and pay tribute to hometown hero Kevin Boss, a Philomath High and Western Oregon University graduate who helped the underdog New York Giants win the Super Bowl in his rookie season. Two of his former high school basketball coaches, Dave Garvin and C.A. Rath, praised Boss's work ethic Sunday afternoon. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Sports)
Giants’ Boss is back in town Mar 3, 2008
Hundreds gathered to pay tribute to hometown hero Kevin Boss, a Philomath High and Western Oregon University graduate who helped the underdog New York Giants win the Super Bowl in his rookie season as a tight end. The celebration opened with a presentation from the Philomath Chamber of Commerce to Boss for outstanding leadership, support and inspiration to the community of Philomath. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Armed felon posing as cop arrested at Western Oregon University Feb 29, 2008
An armed, 19-year-old felon posing as a police officer caused quite the scare at Western Oregon University Thursday afternoon ... Police arrested 19-year-old Nicholas Walker for posing as a cop at Western Oregon University. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
