Westminster College to celebrate anniversary of fall of the Berlin Wall Oct 28, 2009
Friday afternoon, members of the Westminster History Club will begin construction of eight replica sections of the Berlin Wall which will be placed throughout the community -- on the Westminster and William Woods University campuses, downtown Fulton, Fulton High School and one rotating through the elementary and middle schools in Fulton -- Sunday afternoon for area residents to post graffiti. On Nov. 6, the panels will be assembled at Latshaw Plaza, parallel to the actual wall, so they can be... (Fulton Sun, MO)
Lady Owls extend streak Oct 28, 2009
LIBERTY -- The William Woods University volleyball team is now on a 14-game win streak after earning two victories at the William Jewell College Tournament on Saturday ... LAMONI, Iowa -- The William Woods University men's cross country team won its second consecutive meet on Saturday at the Yellow Jacket Classic at Graceland University. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Numerous events planned in Fulton for Halloween Oct 28, 2009
On Friday evening, fraternities and sororities at Westminster College and William Woods University will welcome Fulton area children and their families to trick or treat on both local campuses ... From 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Friday, fraternities and sororities at William Woods University plan to celebrate Halloween by treating children from the community with candy and games. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Local college students to simulate life of poverty Oct 27, 2009
Some William Woods University and Westminster College students will learn what it's like to live for a month in simulated poverty. As part of their liberal arts college training, they will experience various conditions, such as a working single mother or a senior living on disability payments. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Owls soccer team topples Central Christian Oct 23, 2009
MOBERLY -- Senior forward Steve Brocks and freshman forward Jimmy Hice both had a goal and an assist Tuesday to help power the William Woods University Owls soccer team's 5-0 win over Central Christian College. Senior Nate Thackeray, junior defender Dirk Bauer and freshman forward Matt Steiniger also contributed goals for William Woods (7-5-1), which outshot Central Christian by a lopsided 44-4 margin. (Fulton Sun, MO)
WWU volleyball 3, Hannibal-LaGrange 2 Oct 22, 2009
Sophomore middle blocker Lauren Fleming added 18 kills for William Woods University (20-5, 10-2 American Midwest Conference), while senior defensive specialist-outside hitter Skye Wade contributed 46 digs. With the loss, Hannibal-LaGrange tumbled to 15-17 overall and 7-7 in the AMC.. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Voters to decide races in First, Sixth Wards Oct 21, 2009
Education: Bachelors degree in organizational management from Hannibal La Grange College and masters degree in business administration from William Woods University, Fulton, Mo. Community involvement: Member of Trinity United Methodist Church and work with several of its committees. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Cross Country Women Fourth, Men Seventh at Chile Pepper Oct 18, 2009
Phillip King was the men's second finisher. We will be right where we want to be in two weeks when we add back into the mix. (Mutigers.com)
Cross Country Oct 16, 2009
The Mizzou men and women make their way down to Fayetteville, Ark. This race will be the final race for. (Mutigers.com)
Missouri Baptist 4, William Woods soccer (W) 1 Oct 9, 2009
William Woods University (1-8-0, 0-4-0 American Midwest Conference) was outshot by a decisive 27-8 margin. Missouri Baptist University is now 5-5-1 overall and 2-1-1 in conference play. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Vandalism case rescheduled Oct 6, 2009
Victor Louis Calderon, 25, right, a William Woods University student accused of vandalizing the Churchill Memorial on May 31, confers with Public Defender Leah Williamson, left, during a hearing Friday before Callaway County Circuit Court Judge Carol England ... A preliminary hearing was rescheduled for the fifth time Friday afternoon on a felony vandalism charge against Victor Louis Calderon, 25, a William Woods University student accused of vandalizing the Churchill Memorial on May 31 ... But... (Fulton Sun, MO)
AAA Pushing Law to Ban Texting While Driving Oct 5, 2009
After the exhibit leaves Springfield, it will be on display from Oct. 5 - Oct. 30 at the Mildred Cox Gallery at William Woods University in Fulton. O'Donnell also has compiled the paintings into a book, "Painting Missouri - The Counties en Plein Air". (Saint Louis Front Page)
Cross Country Women Take Fourth at UL Oct 4, 2009
Women's Cross Country Takes Fourth at Louisville - MISSOURI OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE. Senior Emily Baker was the Tigers' No. 2 finisher, clocking a personal-best time of 18:07. (Mutigers.com)
'Another Opening, Another Show' Sep 30, 2009
"Kiss Me Kate," a musical making a local debut on Oct. 9th, is produced by William Woods University, with music written by Cole Porter. (Joshua Vince/FULTON SUN photo). (Fulton Sun, MO)
William Woods volleyball team rallies for AMC win Sep 25, 2009
-- The William Woods University Lady Owls volleyball team rallied from two sets down to defeat Williams Baptist College 20-25, 24-26, 30-28, 25-17 and 15-8 in an AMC match Tuesday night. William Woods -- which faced match point twice in the third set -- improved to 10-5 overall and 2-2 in the American Midwest Conference. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Columbia College 4, WWU soccer (M) 0 Sep 25, 2009
William Woods University slipped to 4-3-0 overall. Columbia (6-2-1) finished with 20 shots, including seven on goal. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Fulton volunteer got his start in U.S. Peace Corps Sep 25, 2009
Hegemann came to Fulton to work at William Woods University in academic computing. Eleven years ago, he became the computer network administrator at Callaway Bank in Fulton, a position he currently holds. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Bill could increase student aid; narrow borrowing choices Sep 23, 2009
William Woods University and Westminster College both use FFELP, while the University of Missouri uses the direct loan program. Elimination of FFELP would force many schools to switch to the other program in a hurried frenzy to be ready for the 2010-11 school year. (Fulton Sun, MO)
WWU soccer (M) 3, Ottawa University 1 Sep 18, 2009
Dyson put William Woods University (3-2) up 1-0 when he scored off an assist from junior defender Greg Baker in the 25th minute. Cheramie and Bauer followed with goals in the 37th and 40th minutes, respectively. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Starr steers Lady Owls golf team to ninth-place finish Sep 18, 2009
SPRINGFIELD -- Freshman Naomi Starr tied for 16th place individually with a two-day total of 158 as the William Woods University women finished ninth in the Drury University Fall Shootout on Tuesday. The Lady Owls accumulated a two-day score of 663 at Rivercut Golf Course. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Lady Owls volleyball team upends No. 22 Lindenwood Sep 18, 2009
ST. LOUIS -- The William Woods University volleyball team raised its season record to 9-3 with a 25-20, 19-25, 25-23 and 25-22 upset of Lindenwood University -- ranked No. 22 in the NAIA -- on Tuesday night. William Woods, which now trails the all-time series with Lindenwood 12-7, has won six straight matches. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Fulton store, organization host toy drive for foster children Sep 17, 2009
He said there will be volunteers with the Fulton Jaycees and William Woods University at Give a Gift to help man the bounce house, paint faces and collect donations, noting The Gift Shop also has arranged for clowns to keep children entertained. Like David, Patton said he would remind area residents the children who will benefit from the toy drive could very well be their neighbors, their children's classmates or one of the families they see every Sunday at church. (Fulton Sun, MO)
William Woods volleyball 3, Harris-Stowe State University 0 Sep 11, 2009
William Woods University (4-3) now owns a 48-0 career record against Harris-Stowe. The Lady Owls play Friday and Saturday in the University of St. Mary Tournament in Leavenworth, Kan. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Rosa Parks Center to appear on network television tonight Sep 10, 2009
The Rosa Parks Center at William Woods University, which provides a rehabilitation program for female juvenile offenders, will be included in a network television documentary news program, ABC Primetime, tonight at 9 on KMIZ-TV. ... The Rosa Parks Center, home to a few selected female juvenile offenders, is located on the William Woods University campus in Fulton ... Established in January of 2001 in a reciprocal partnership between the Missouri Division of Youth Services and William Woods... (Fulton Sun, MO)
H1N1 flu virus detected at Westminster College Sep 4, 2009
In addition to confirmed cases at Westminster, the H1N1 virus has been detected in the Jefferson City Public Schools and at the University of Missouri-Columbia but not at William Woods University in Fulton ... Vanita Mitchell, vice president and dean of student life at William Woods University, said there are a few students at the university who are reporting flu-like symptoms but she does not know of any WWU students with confirmed H1N1 flu. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Church vandalism case delayed another month to confirm charge Sep 1, 2009
At the time of his arrest on the vandalism charge, Calderon gave his address as 625 Vine St. in Fulton and he was enrolled as a junior at William Woods University, majoring in legal studies and art ... His bond was set originally at 35,000, but then was lowered to 20,000, and then to 10,000 after four William Woods University professors and administrators wrote letters in Calderon's behalf. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Preliminary hearing set today for Westminster church vandal Aug 29, 2009
Victor L. Calderon, a junior at William Woods University majoring in legal studies and art when he was arrested, is facing a felony charge of institutional vandalism of a church ... Then after four William Woods University professors and administrators intervened in his behalf his bond was reduced again to 10,000. (Fulton Sun, MO)
335 new students brings WWU local enrollment to 900 Aug 29, 2009
A record 335 new students were welcomed to William Woods University when classes began Monday, pushing the number of on-campus students in Fulton to about 900 ... "Another year of increased enrollment speaks to the value of a William Woods University education," Barnett said ... "William Woods University remains an affordable educational option, with traditional undergraduate tuition increases below 4 percent for 13 consecutive years.". (Fulton Sun, MO)
One Read 2009 programs link novel, current health care issues Aug 29, 2009
"I enjoyed this book because it's a theme I like to teach: The way diseases affect history and society," said William Woods University biology professor Kath Mayne, a member of the One Read reading panel, citing how the book looks at the way society handled the tuberculosis epidemic in the early 1900's. "It has interesting parallels I think.". (Fulton Sun, MO)
Lady Crusaders working on manufacturing runs Aug 25, 2009
"Shelby LeCuru, a sophomore, will play third base, while her sister Lindsey, a senior who will play for William Woods University next season, will play shortstop. Junior Carleigh Cavender will play second base and senior Danielle Tobar will play first.The outfield will feature freshman Jordan Rackers in left, junior Haley Bartow in center and Chambers, a junior, in right."(Arielle) has got a quick release to first, so hopefully she'll throw some people out on hard hits to right," Campbell... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Ceremony marks start of new WWU school year Aug 21, 2009
William Woods University student body president Vanessa Thomas, of St. Charles, welcomes the incoming freshman class to the school during the Ivy Chain Ceremony Wednesday ... The traditional Ivy Chain Ceremony Wednesday evening at William Woods University was part of a tradition that begins in the fall every year at the university and ends four years later in the spring ... Then they assemble at the same site on graduation day in the spring to cut the Ivy Chain, symbolic of their four years at... (Fulton Sun, MO)
Husband's nuclear experience brought Nancy Lewis to Fulton Aug 21, 2009
"The educational opportunities we have here with William Woods University and Westminster College are big assets. Even Tanglewood Golf is a big help in attracting firms that are interested in the quality of life in a city," Lewis says. All Contents Copyright. (Fulton Sun, MO)
MRED economic developer comes with experience Aug 20, 2009
Parrett also teaches courses towards the masters in business administration degree and undergraduate courses for William Woods University and Columbia College. He has earned a bachelor of science in business administration and a master of arts in public administration and, in 1997, retired as a 1st Sgt after 22 years in the United States Army. (California Democrat, MO)
Fulton Colleges Fund kicks off fundraising campaign with record Ameren pledge Aug 12, 2009
Those volunteers will spend the rest of this week calling businesses and individuals in hopes of raising 55,000 for Callaway County students who will attend Westminster College or William Woods University. That effort got off to a good start as AmerenUE pledged a 5,000 lead gift already, twice the amount ever received from the utility in previous years. (Fulton Sun, MO)
WWU hires new Vice President, Dean of Graduate and Adult Studies Aug 5, 2009
Dr. Michael Westerfield joins William Woods University in Fulton as the new vice president and dean of Graduate and Adult Studies. (submitted photo). (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
New vice president joins William Woods University Aug 5, 2009
Dr. Michael Westerfield, former president of Rochester College, is the new vice president and dean of Graduate Studies at William Woods University in Fulton. Westerfield had served as president for the last five years at Rochester College, which is located on an 80-acre campus in Rochester Hills, Mich. (Fulton Sun, MO)
WWU women's basketball team receives national academic distinction Jul 30, 2009
William Woods University finished with a 21-11 record and advanced to the NAIA national tournament in its first season under head coach Dan Chapla. The Lady Owls, who were regular-season co-champions of the American Midwest Conference and then won the conference's postseason tournament, were ranked No. 24 in the final NAIA Top 25 poll. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Angel Geiser sworn in as county clerk Jul 23, 2009
Thinking that she would not go back to school if she didn't do it immediately, she went on to William Woods University for a masters in business administration (MBA) with emphasis in human resources. She graduated in 2006. (California Democrat, MO)
Churchill vandal released on reduced bond Jul 21, 2009
The William Woods University student arrested for felony vandalism of over 5,000 at the Winston Churchill Memorial has been released from Callaway County Jail after several William Woods professors and administrators intervened in his behalf. They wrote letters in behalf of Victor Louis Caldeon, 24, son of Lino and Rosie Gamez, Houston, Texas, after he was arrested for spray painting graffiti on the Winston Churchill Memorial on May 31 on the campus of Westminster College. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Gov. Nixon names Geiser as Moniteau County's Circuit Clerk Jul 16, 2009
Geiser holds a Masters of Business Administration from William Woods University. All Contents Copyright. (California Democrat, MO)
Ganson steps down as William Woods women's soccer coach Jul 15, 2009
Josh Ganson has resigned as head coach of the William Woods University women's soccer team after three seasons, the school has announced. Ganson stepped down to take a position as an assistant at NCAA Division I Missouri State University in Springfield. (Fulton Sun, MO)
WWU softball program receives NAIA honor Jul 15, 2009
The William Woods University softball program earned the award for the second time in three years. "Character is vital for our team's success in so many ways," Lady Owls head coach Tracy Gastineau said. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Harrison, Masek make media all-state team Jul 10, 2009
Harrison -- who has signed to play at William Woods University -- batted. 458 this past season with 25 runs batted in, two home runs, 21 stolen bases and 44 hits. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Goodin signs as free agent with Orioles Jul 7, 2009
(William Woods University photo) ... Another member of the William Woods University baseball team is getting the opportunity to realize his dream of playing in the major leagues. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Local Briefs Jul 2, 2009
Paragould students graduate from William Woods University ... Four area residents graduated in May from William Woods University with master of education degrees ... William Woods University is an independent, professions-oriented, liberal arts-based institution serving the educational needs of both men and women. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Visiting gifted students learn to make a difference in Fulton Jul 2, 2009
Kristen Tarr, 12, of Columbia, and other students from William Woods University's College for Kids recently weed a row of okra at the SERVE garden in Fulton ... The students, all of whom are attending the College for Kids gifted summer program at William Woods University, have spent the past week volunteering on projects throughout Fulton, doing their best to make a difference in the lives of others. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Fulton's two colleges provide rich cultural heritage to city Jun 30, 2009
As local residents this year celebrate the 150th anniversary of Fulton's incorporation as a city, many of them are familiar with the recent history of Westminster College and William Woods University -- but not their early years ... William Woods University is known today for its academic standing and as a progressive and growing leader in higher education ... But many people may not be aware that William Woods University had its start at Fulton in 1870 by the Christian Church as a Female Orphan... (Fulton Sun, MO)
Street Fair attracts 130 parade entries Jun 24, 2009
The William Woods University entry won the Mayor's Trophy for Best Depiction of the Parade's Theme of "Fulton Flashbacks, Celebrating 150 Years.". The William Woods float featured Fulton's famed Olympic track star Helen Stephens, who was known worldwide in the 1930s as "The Fulton Flash.". (Fulton Sun, MO)
Suspect arrested in Churchill memorial vandalism Jun 18, 2009
Calderon is a student at William Woods University, which like Westminster is located in Fulton. Calderon has won the university's award for campus involvement three straight years and is a member of the school soccer team, the university's student life office confirmed. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Royals sign 10 more from '09 Draft Jun 17, 2009
11th-rounder Ryan Wood, a shortstop from East Carolina, and 12th-rounder Nicholas Wooley, a right-handed pitcher from William Woods University. Rustin Dodd is an associate reporter for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
On Draft's Day 2, Royals target pitching Jun 16, 2009
Round 12, Nicholas Wooley, RHP, William Woods University: Wooley, a junior right-hander from William Woods University, a small NAIA school in Fulton, Mo. was first-team all-conference in 2009. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
WWU men's basketball team signs recruits Jun 16, 2009
Bardell comes to William Woods University from Waynesville High School, while Black is transferring from fellow American Midwest Conference member Harris-Stowe State University. Bardell will be eligible to play immediately in the 2009-10 season. (Fulton Sun, MO)
WWU pitcher Wooley taken by Royals in draft Jun 16, 2009
(William Woods University photo) ... The Royals took William Woods University junior right-hander Nick Wooley with the 362nd selection -- in the 12th round -- on Wednesday. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Owls' Tamayose earns NAIA baseball honor Jun 16, 2009
William Woods University sophomore first baseman Tyler Tamayose has been named an honorable-mention selection on the 2009 NAIA All-American baseball team. The 5-foot-10 Tamayose -- from Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada -- hit. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Small change paying off for Meche Jun 16, 2009
11th-rounder Ryan Wood, a shortstop from East Carolina, and 12th-rounder Nicholas Wooley, a right-handed pitcher from William Woods University. The Royals are 22-15 when Willie Bloomquist starts, and they're 19-8 when he records a hit. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Street Fair organizers announce street closings, pet restrictions Jun 6, 2009
On Saturday, June 20 police will enforce street closings along the route of the William Woods University Street Fair Parade. The parade will begin at William Woods University and continue south to 10th Street, east on 10th Street, south on Court Street to St. Louis Avenue, west on St. Louis Avenue to Nichols Street, south on Nichols Street to the end of the parade at the Memorial Field parking lot. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Fireworks added to celebrate sesquicentennial at Street Fair Saturday Jun 4, 2009
The William Woods Grand Parade begins at William Woods University at 5 p.m. it will travel south to West 10th Street, east on West 10th Street, south on Court Street, west on West 8th Street, south on Nichols Street and end at Memorial Field south of West 2nd Street. Numerous floats have been entered in the parade with a theme of flashbacks in Fulton history to commemorate the city's 150th anniversary this year. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Koch-Fennessey Engagement May 30, 2009
Louis with a bachelor's degree in education and a 2008 graduate of William Woods University with a master's in administration. He is employed as a P.E. teacher and soccer coach in the Union School District. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Local retiree serves as president of Callaway County Humane Society May 29, 2009
She has held numerous jobs during her lifetime and her most recent before retirement was as a professional fundraiser for William Woods University in Fulton. She retired in 2002 and became active in the Callaway County Humane Society. (Fulton Sun, MO)
WWU mens golf team misses final cut in NAIA May 27, 2009
The William Woods University mens golf team failed to make the final cut after Thursdays third round of the NAIA national championships at the TPC at John Deere Run. The Owls were plus-106 and tied for 27th after three rounds with a team score of 958 (334-313-311). (Fulton Sun, MO)
Gooding hired as IWHS principal May 27, 2009
Gooding is a 1996 graduate of Quincy University and earned his masters in administrative education in 2005 from William Woods University. He and his wife, Becky, and two sons, Kennedy and Lincoln, currently reside in Palmyra, Mo. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Lady Owls Palmer fails to make finals in 1,500 May 27, 2009
William Woods University sophomore Kristi Palmer was unable to make it out of her heat in the 1,500 meters Thursday at the NAIA outdoor national track and field championships. Palmer finished sixth out of 12 runners with a time of 4 minutes, 39. (Fulton Sun, MO)
William Woods signs softball recruit May 22, 2009
William Woods University head softball coach Tracy Gastineau has announced the signing of Kaycee Wyatt to a letter of intent for the 2010 season. Wyatt a 5-foot-9 catcher and outfielder from Wathena, Kan. (Fulton Sun, MO)
WWU professor chosen to create bronze sculpture May 21, 2009
Jane Mudd, assistant professor of fine arts at William Woods University, prepares an original plasticine relief at a studio in her home ... Jane Mudd, assistant professor of fine arts at William Woods University, has been chosen to create a bronze relief sculpture as a fine arts project for the city of Columbia. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Fulton Art & Jazz Festival set June 13 on hill at Westminster May 19, 2009
Jane Mudd of Fulton, an art professor at William Woods University who supervises the Fulton Art Festival, said about 30 juried artists will offer original art at the event and that three musical groups will entertain. Businesses will have booths at the event along with a booth of interest to children. (Fulton Sun, MO)
