Hunsaker signs on with FLC Feb 8, 2008
Hunsaker, whose college aspirations became serious during his senior season, had to decide between FLC, Western State College and football neophyte Colorado State University at Pueblo. He was waiting, however, for FLC.. (Durango Herald)
Indoor track and field compete in first day of Clemson Invitational Jan 20, 2008
Junior's and both qualified for the final in the 60-meter hurdles while newcomer took fourth in the 5000-meter run in her first meet as a Dolphin after transferring from Western State College. "It is a good learning experience," said JU head coach. (Judolphins.com)
Richard Dick Brown Jan 17, 2008
He earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Animal Husbandry from Colorado State University, and a Master of Arts Degree and School Administration Certification from Western State College. Dick and Evelyn Joan Wright were married on Dec. 15, 1951 at St. Luke s Episcopal Church in Fort Collins, Colo. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Women's track & field welcomes new face Jan 15, 2008
Women's track welcomes new face :: Elsabeth Goshu transfers from Western State College ... Elsabeth Goshu was a 2006 NCAA Division II Cross Country All American while at Western State College ... Elsabeth Goshu transfers from Western State College. (Judolphins.com)
Executive Suite: Entrepreneur gives green ideas a foundation Jan 14, 2008
Education: Western State College in Colorado. Family: Wife, Dee Ann Suppes, a psychotherapist; 22-year-old son, Patrick; 2-year-old daughter, Natasha; 1-year-old son, John. (USA Today -- Money)
Hall, Ehn, Calhoun honored by Colorado Sports Hall of Fame Jan 11, 2008
Colorado Rockies first baseman Todd Helton; Colorado Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki; Colorado linebacker Jordan Dizon; Air Force hockey player Eric Ehn; Air Force football coach ; Colorado State basketball player Jason Smith; Colorado distance runner Jenny Barringer; North Carolina tennis player Sara Anundsen; Overland High School spring Jeremy Rankin; Adams State College Coach Damon Martin; Colorado State women's volleyball team; Western State College Coach Jennifer Michel; Cyclist Taylor... (Airforcesports.com)
Where have all the fans gone, T-Birds and Scorpions wonder Jan 6, 2008
A graduate of Western State College in Gunnison, Colo. he earned his BA in Communications/Journalism. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Virginia Alma Hampton Childs Dec 22, 2007
She then attended Western State College, pursuing a teaching degree and playing softball on the college s traveling team. On Jan. 30, 1955 she was married to Chelcie Douglas Childs, Jr., sharing 33 years together before his death in 1988. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Wrestling Wins Four Of 10 Weight Classes At Old Chicago's Open Nov 19, 2007
Quarterfinals: WBF Kyle O'Brian (Western State College-UN) F 1:07 ... Wrestleback Fourth Round: Cody Cole (Western State College-UN) WBF F 3:41 ... Quarterfinals: #1 WBF Skye Wells (Western State College) F 1:06. (Uncbears.com)
Falcons Defeat Western State, 73-49 Nov 15, 2007
scored 15 points and added a career-high 14 Wednesday to lead the Air Force men's basketball team to a 73-49 victory over Western State College at Clune Arena. The Falcons improved to 3-0 for the second consecutive season and won its 37th consecutive home game against non-conference opponents. (Airforcesports.com)
Tim Anderson Named MWC Co-Player of the Week Nov 13, 2007
The Falcons host Western State College on Wednesday, Nov. 14, beginning at 7 p.m.. Senior Tim Anderson is this week's MWC Co-Player of the Week. (Airforcesports.com)
Mustari Wins Elite 125 Bracket At Cowboy Open Nov 11, 2007
Round 1 - Camille Dupont (Western State College) won by decision over 6-1. - Elite 149. (Uncbears.com)
April Elizabeth Black Nov 6, 2007
April started at Western State College in Gunnison where she met husband Paul Emmett. They lived in Jupiter, Fla. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Local clinician celebrates 25 years Nov 5, 2007
She moved from Gunnison where she had attended Western State College and worked 10 years for campus ministry. Since her move, she has worked for the center providing mental health services to Montrose and the surrounding areas. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Alumni Update Oct 31, 2007
The freshman DL had four tackles in Oklahoma Panhandle's 47-13 loss against Western State College of Colorado on Oct. 20. Athlete: Dea CookSport: SoccerHigh School: St. Mary's HighCollege/Pro: UCLA. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Parker Woman Sentenced For Hiding Baby's Body Oct 28, 2007
Authorities said they found the baby's body in January in the ceiling of Kubisiak's room at Western State College in Gunnison. ( 2007 The Associated Press. (CBS 4, CO)
Dana M. Brentlinger Oct 24, 2007
Dana received a B.A. from Drew University in Madison, N.J. as well as a master s degree from Western State College in Gunnison, Colo. but it was during her tenure at Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, Ind. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
FLC to play host to ASC Oct 19, 2007
Western State College, the perennial Division II cross country powerhouse, is the prohibitive challenger for this weekend's conference championships. "Adams has everybody back," Flint said of the back-to-back-to-back-to-back defending national champions. (Durango Herald)
DeBerry to be inducted into Colorado Sports Hall of Fame Oct 11, 2007
In addition, the class of inductees features former Western State College football coach Bill Noxon and the late Star Yelland, a pioneer in sports broadcasting in both radio and television in the Denver area ... Noxon was one of the state's most successful high school coaches, who later led Western State College to eight Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference championships. (Airforcesports.com)
Top 100 Cable Systems - Systems Directory Oct 10, 2007
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Cowgirl star of cowboy parade Oct 6, 2007
Barr graduated from Durango High School in 1931 and attended Fort Lewis College in Hesperus for two years before receiving her master's degree in elementary education from Western State College of Colorado in Gunnison. Parade committee member Jennifer Wickes said organizers thought Barr was an ideal candidate to be the centerpiece of this year's event. (Durango Herald)
When water goes missing, who you gonna call? Oct 2, 2007
"If you're in a situation for many years where water is plentiful, there's not a lot of incentive to maintain reservoirs and pipe," says Peter Lavigne, an environmental studies professor at Western State College of Colorado in Gunnison. "But then you get a drought and you find major leaks, and all of a sudden it becomes critical.". (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Gunnison receives grant for bus travel to Denver Oct 1, 2007
This will be an incredible opportunity for students to have another option for travel to and from Denver, said Janice Lung, Western State College director of housing and resident life ... Truex said a slew of partners, including Western State College, have offered a total of 43,000. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Demers inducted into Western State hall of fame Sep 30, 2007
SKIING -- Tiger Demers of Kasilof was inducted into the Western State College Sports Hall of Fame on Friday. Demers is a two-time NCAA individual skiing champion -- winning for Western State in 1963 at championships at the University of Utah and the 1964 event at Dartmouth. (Anchorage Daily News)
Griz search for 11th 2008 game Sep 21, 2007
But O'Day mostly wants a viable opponent on a schedule that includes the other eight Big Sky Conference schools plus Western State College of Colorado on Sept. 6, Southern Utah on Sept. 13 and UC-Davis on Sept. 20. There was a rumor that Bowl Subdivision program Hawaii was in the picture, but that was more the case for this 2007 season. (Missoulian, MT)
Why don't you introduce yourself to the class? Sep 16, 2007
Past Experience/Education: BA from Western State College. Currently enrolled in Masters of Educational Administration program online through Grand Canyon University. (Telluride Daily Planet, CO)
Participants of Girls State use summer skills in senior years Sep 10, 2007
These students attended Columbine Girls State at Western State College this summer. Those attendees, now in full swing of their senior year at Montrose High School, are ready to roll. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Clara L. Woods Sep 1, 2007
Miss Woods graduated from Montrose High School and Western State College in Gunnison ... Donations may be made to Western State College Scholarship Fund or Cedaredge High School FFA, c/o Mesa View Mortuary, 682 1725 Road, Delta, CO 81416. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Margaret Christine Brock Linscott Aug 22, 2007
She graduated from Montrose High School in 1929 and attended college briefly at Western State College. She married Desler H. Linscott on Sept. 27, 1937, and they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Reed: Adams State College XC Aug 3, 2007
" One of the biggest obstacles to another title for both programs will be ASC's biggest rival, Western State College of Gunnison, Colo. The Grizzlies will have a good idea of how they stack up at the national level after facing the Mountaineers four times before the Division II championships Nov. 17 in Joplin, Mo. "They put up a great challenge for us and we put up a great challenge for them," Braun said. "By the time we get to nationals, we've seen them so many times we know what to expect from... (ESPN -- College Sports)
Teen To Be Charged As Adult In Shooting Death Jul 26, 2007
A 17-year-old accused of shooting and killing a Western State College football player will be prosecuted as an adult, officials said. Tyrief Reynolds faces first-degree murder and other charges in the death of Diontea Jackson-Forrest, 19, shortly after midnight on July 9. (CBS 4, CO)
Marshall's name on conference SID award Jul 18, 2007
Campbell died in March 2000 after serving as Western State College s sports information director for more than 2; decades. He was inducted to the RMAC Hall of Fame on Saturday. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
GVSU Men Named USTFCCCA Men's Division II All-Academic Team of the Year Jul 12, 2007
Grand Valley State University and Western State College have been recognized as the 2007 USTFCCCA Division II Men's Indoor and Outdoor All-Academic Team's of the Year, the U.S. Track and Cross Country Coaches Association announced on Tuesday. The Lakers finished in eighth place at the Division II Indoor Championships and also finished in eighth place at the Division II Outdoor Championships. (Gvsulakers.com)
Ridgway local helps launch regional art tour Jul 12, 2007
Williams, who owns galleries in Cedaredge and Delta, also helped to launch the Western Colorado Watercolor Association, and has been named both Alumni of the Year and Alumni of Excellence in years past by Western State College, where she has earned degrees in both art and business. Her latest venture came about when a cat bite temporarily impacted her own ability to create art. (Telluride Daily Planet, CO)
Drive-By Victim Was Western St. Football Player Jul 11, 2007
The victim of a drive-by shooting in Colorado Springs Monday is being identified as a Wasson High School graduate and member of the Western State College football team. Police said Diontea Jackson-Forrest, 19, was shot a little after midnight in central Colorado Springs. (CBS 4, CO)
Indians back in action at Western Jun 28, 2007
For the first time since its heartbreaking loss to Loveland in last season s state playoff quarterfinals, Montrose was back in action at the Mountaineer Football Camp at Western State College. The camp, which runs through Thursday, features seven total. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Wednesday, June 27: Video clip highlights of the Montrose Indians back in action at the Mountaineer Football Camp at Western State College Tuesday morning. Jun 27, 2007
Wednesday, June 27: Video clip highlights of the Montrose Indians back in action at the Mountaineer Football Camp at Western State College Tuesday morning. The camp, which runs through Thursday, features eight total teams from Class 5A, 4A and 2A. Tuesday marked the second straight day for the Indians with heated competition in a variety of different drills, including a full contact drill called Oklahoma. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
New teacher looks to exercise minds Jun 21, 2007
Adragna earned her degree in kinesiology and exercise science at Mesa State and is obtaining her post-bachelor teaching license through Western State College. She said she would use her degree in the classroom, basing curriculum on living healthy and taking care of "Jesus' body.". (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
NACDA Elects New Officers and Executive Committee Members Jun 15, 2007
Executive Committee members selected include athletics directors Kevin Anderson of the United States Military Academy as a University Division representative; and Susan Peterson Lubow of the United States Merchant Marine Academy, Tim Selgo of Grand Valley State University, Tom Buning of the University of North Dakota, Jared Mosley of Abilene Christian University, Greg Waggoner of Western State College of Colorado and Anita Barker of California State University Chico as College Division... (Nacda.com)
Colony grad tabbed an All-American Jun 10, 2007
The Western State College bound athlete was also selected to receive the 2007 Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award for the state of Alaska. Gravley's father Ed said the wrestlers selected by the National Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum are considered the blue-chip athletes in the sport. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Colleges, military welcome new tuition bill Jun 7, 2007
"These individuals are serving their country and are often sent to locations away from their home. Having the opportunity to pursue, or to continue, a college education should not be detoured by having to pay out-of-state tuition," Jay Helman, president of Western State College in Gunnison, said. Ben Keefer, Mesa State director of the Montrose campus and extended studies, also said it was a great idea. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Holzworth to wrestle against German team Jun 1, 2007
Some of the other projected wrestlers from southern Colorado are Cody Yohn and Sonny Yohn and Jesse Meise, Alamosa High School state champs along with other notables from Pueblo West, Pueblo County, Pueblo East, Pueblo South, Cheyenne Mountain high schools and Western State College. Holzworth, who is coached by Clint Chamblin, will then head to Greeley on June 9 for the All-State meet featuring the season s top wrestlers from all classifications. (La Junta Tribune Democrat, CO)
Class of 2007 largest in Vista Charter history May 26, 2007
The most common plans were to attend Mesa State College, Western State College, the Delta Montrose Vocational Technical School, or Intellitec College in Grand Junction. The most common career paths were nursing and business. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Taking the next step May 22, 2007
Hunt will attend Western State College and major in history. Kyle Martinez followed by talking about memories of each member of his senior class. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Friday roundup: Arkansas forward quits Apr 29, 2007
" Before coming to Oregon, Litzenberger was head men's coach at Western State College in Colorado (1994-95) and associate men's head coach at Northwestern State (1993-94). He also had stints as an assistant at Miami, Colorado State, Eastern Washington and Fresno State. Copyright 2005 by The Associated Press Also See Here's a rundown of coaching ... Adjust Font Size. (ESPN -- College Basketball News)
EnCana Shuts Down Wells Because Too Much Water Apr 16, 2007
"It's one of the things that's going to make us not an economical venture anymore," EnCana land negotiator Greg Ryan told the Daily Sentinel last week during an energy and environment symposium at Western State College. The wells are producing between 300 and 3,000 barrels daily, compared with normal water production of up to 15 barrels. (CBS 4, CO)
SCHOOL NEWS & NOTES Apr 13, 2007
GUNNISON Kenneth Todd and Alicia Belgiovane will present a faculty recital of works for violin or viola with piano tonight at 7:30 p.m. in Quigley Recital Hall at Western State College in Gunnison. The program will include Handel's Sonata No. 4 in D Major, Rachmaninoff's "Vocalise," and Fritz Kreisler's "Praeludium and Allegro" for violin and piano. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Thweatt to run with Buffaloes Apr 13, 2007
She could've chosen Western State College, home of the NCAA Division II Cross Country Athlete of the Year in sophomore harrier Esther Komen. Both members of the familiar Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference offered Durango High School senior Laura Thweatt full scholarships to continue her career at the tradition-terrific institutions. (Durango Herald)
Wednesday, March 14: Video clip highlights MHS football players signing letters of intent to continue their football career at the collegiate level Tuesday evening at the MHS library. Mar 15, 2007
Montrose's linebackers Seth Palmer and Jeramy Harthan have signed on to play at Western State College in Gunnison, while lineman JC Franklin and safety Patrick Stevens signed with Fort Lewis and wide receiver Chance Halverson is heading to University of Northern Colorado, where he is planning on joining former teammate Preston Neill. Video clip interviews with the players, and MHS head coach Todd Casebier. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Saturday, March 10: Video clip highlights of Western State College alumni and students, along with Gunnison community members, listening to Gov. Bill Ritter Friday afternoon. Mar 11, 2007
Saturday, March 10: Video clip highlights of Western State College alumni and students, along with Gunnison community members, listening to Gov. Bill Ritter Friday afternoon. Gov. Ritter talks about higher education and signs House Bill 1014, which gives the college the authority to offer graduate degree programs, into law at the college Friday afternoon. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Ritter visits Western to sign bill as college gets graduate programs back Mar 11, 2007
MONTROSE Gov. Bill Ritter stepped away from the capital to visit Western State College in Gunnison for the first signing of a bill outside the governor's office. House Bill 1014, signed by Ritter Friday at the college's union in front of more than 100 Western alumni, students and community members, gives the college the authority to offer graduate degree programs. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Dartmouth finishes on top Mar 9, 2007
Sarah Schaedler of Western State College led the women's field with the fastest first run and second- fastest second run for a 2:30. 17 total. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Western one signature away from grad program Mar 3, 2007
GUNNISON Western State College in Gunnison is one signature away from a graduate program. House Bill 1014, which would allow Western to provide graduate programs, passed the Senate s third reading Wednesday after passing the House last month. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Honoring our local coverage Feb 28, 2007
I first met Grant back in 1975, when he was the editor of the Top of the World collegiate newspaper for Western State College, and I was just starting out at the Country Times. Some shameless name-dropping. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Western State plays perfect Feb 24, 2007
" In the Skyhawks' final game of the regular season, Western State College defeated Fort Lewis College 103-95 Thursday night in Gunnison. "They did a great job of preparation," Hofman said. "We battled back in the second half, but they made some crucial 3s. " Western State was 17-for-31 from behind the 3-point line. Fort Lewis made just seven 3-pointers. Hofman said the conflicting schedules between the two teams played a factor in the lopsided outcome. Western State had a week off to prepare... (Durango Herald)
Judge Won't Make Files Public In Newborn's Death Feb 23, 2007
Investigators have said they believe Kubisiak kept the baby's body in her dorm room at Western State College in Gunnison, where she was a student. The judge did make public the original complaint in the case, which listed the infant's name as Tristen, The Post reported on its Web site Thursday. (CBS 4, CO)
Colony wrestlers rule state Feb 5, 2007
Gravley, who will wrestle for Division II Western State College of Colorado next season, joined Chugiak's Gary Steeby, West Valley's Matt Mattson and David Wiese, Wasilla's Jed Wade and Skyview's Eli Hutchison in winning four state titles ... Gravley, a senior who will attend Division II Western State College of Colorado, finished his high school career 153-9. (Anchorage Daily News)
This Week In Crime From Gunnison County's Sheriff Jan 30, 2007
01/27/07, a 20-year-old Western State College female received a knee injury while training with the Western State Mountain Rescue team. It is still uncertain as to what extend the injury is. (CBS 4, CO)
Prep wrestling: Mr. Nice guy? Colony standout is a lot tougher than he looks Jan 30, 2007
In fact, his wrestling career is just beginning, as he's headed to Western State College in Gunnison, Colo. this Fall on a wrestling scholarship. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Land and resource management program moves forward Jan 27, 2007
MONTROSE Western State College in Gunnison is a little closer to its 3 million goal for a new program that will hopefully start in the fall of 2007 and lend a hand to the oil and gas industry s demand for employees. EnCana Oil and Gas (USA) Inc., a industry leader with a main office in Denver, awarded a grant of 200,000 to the college to support the Professional Land and Resource Management program. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Sports roundup Jan 15, 2007
Pitt Johnstown went 3-1 on Saturday, before battling back from a 15-6 deficit with falls in three of the last four matches to earn a 27-15 victory over No. 9 Western State College in Sunday's Fifth Place match. The Mountain Cats are now 9-5 on the year. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Sunday January 14: Video clip highlights of different people ice fishing on Blue Mesa Lake Wednesday afternoon. Jan 15, 2007
Video clip interviews with George Olasin, a Slovakia native who's been ice fishing for years, and Zach Hothan, a freshmen from Western State College. Video By: Joel F. Blocker. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
What drives athletes to compete? Jan 7, 2007
That tenacity helped him win a national championship for Western State College. As a coach, he admits he still wants to win, but his role has changed. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
John O. Gonzales, 91; fought for the rights of Mexican Americans Dec 25, 2006
He did undergraduate work at UCLA and transferred to Western State College of Law in Los Angeles, where he graduated in 1950. He later worked in the Los Angeles district attorney's office on child support cases. (Los Angeles Times)
Colony pins down high mat rankings Dec 22, 2006
Gravley will wrestle for Division II Western State College in Gunnison, Colo. next year. (Anchorage Daily News)
