Local students were among the undergraduate, adult degree and graduate-level students who received diplomas from George Fox University in the spring of 2021. Fircrest Heath Hollensbe, doctor of ministry Tacoma Meghan Elford, bachelor of arts in sociology Local students were among those who earned dean’s list recognition at George Fox University for the spring 2021 […]
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Local students named to Whitworth University Provost’s Honor Roll
The following undergraduate students have achieved Provost’s Honor Roll status for the Spring 2021 semester at Whitworth University. To be named to the list, undergraduate students must maintain a grade-point average of 3.75 or better during the semester. DuPont Michael Martin Lakewood Samantha Nelson Ashley Suhre University Place Lauren Arkills Located in Spokane, Wash., Whitworth […]
Gonzaga University names local spring graduates, Dean’s List, and President’s List honorees
The following Gonzaga University students participated in graduation exercises during our Commencement Ceremony that was held on Sunday, May 9, 2021. These students have either completed their undergraduate degree or are expected to complete their degree requirements this year. Fircrest, WA Alexander McCullough, Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration Lakewood, WA Madeline Bruner, Bachelor […]
Local students achieves academic distinction at Whitman College
WALLA WALLA, Wash. – Local students earned academic distinction for the most recent semester at Whitman College. This recognition is given to students who have completed a minimum of 12 credits, passed all credits attempted, and have earned a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher on no fewer than nine graded credits during the semester. […]
Joey Jones Announces Candidacy for University Place, WA City Council Position #4
Submitted by The Campaign to Elect Joey Jones. University Place, WA – Joey Jones, a 2020 recipient of the U.S Army Surgeon General Coin of Excellence for his work in public relations, patient communications and public affairs in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, recently launched a campaign for University Place City Council Position #4. Joey […]
Finishing Touches Being Put on U.P.’s Housing Action Plan
Members of the City’s Planning and Development Services Department are busy wrapping up the Housing Action Plan that will be presented to the City Council for study on Monday, June 7. The Housing Action Plan (HAP) is designed to encourage future construction of additional affordable and market-rate housing throughout the city and offers recommendations and […]
USGA Amateur Four-Ball Wraps Up with Big Announcement
Golfers are concluding play in the U.S. Golf Association’s (USGA) Amateur Four-Ball Championship at Chambers Bay today, but the excitement isn’t over. On Monday, the USGA announced that they have chosen Chambers Bay to host the 122nd U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship from Aug. 8-14, 2022. It will be the fourth time Chambers Bay has hosted […]
American Flags Honor Veterans at New Tacoma Cemetery for Memorial Day 2021
Memorial Day evokes a range of powerful emotions and memories of loved ones who have passed away. The desire to honor them with a meaningful remembrance stirs people’s hearts. Pamela Maddess served as a Cemetery Adviser at New Tacoma Cemetery and Funeral Home, until her retirement at the end of 2020. Technically, she is officially […]
University Place Chief’s Corner
By Greg Premo, Chief of Police. Over the last 12 months, many local and state governments have been exploring various proposals related to law enforcement reforms. These discussions have included new laws on police tactics, administrative policies and new approaches to addressing criminal behavior. On May 18, Governor Inslee signed into law several bills passed […]