29 May 2015

Grandview University Spring 2015 Honors List

By Rachelle Mitchell

DES MOINES, Iowa (May 26, 2015) - Recognition for outstanding academic achievement has been given to the following Grand View University students for the 2015 spring semester:  Zachery Fries and Kennedy King, both of Davenport.

The students are named to the President's List for earning a grade point average of 4.0 while carrying at least 12 hours of classes.

Recognition for outstanding academic achievement has been given to the following Grand View University students for the 2015 spring semester: Hunter Williams of Davenport.

The students are named to the Dean's List for earning a grade point average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale while carrying at least 12 hours of classes.

Grand View University, with an enrollment of approximately 2,200 students, is an independent, liberal arts college affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

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29 May 2015

Werner Restoration Services Brings 1-800-BOARDUP to Western Illinois and Eastern Iowa

By Jessica Nielsen
Elk Grove Village, IL - DKI, North America's largest disaster restoration contracting organization, today announced that one of its Franchise Member companies, Werner Restoration Services, Inc. in Colona, Ill. recently launched the new 1-800-BOARD UP franchise in western Illinois and eastern Iowa.
1-800-BOARD UP will operate as a division of Werner Restoration. Services provided by 1-800-BOARD UP include :
  • Victim assistance (providing toiletries, shelter, clothing and more)
  • Board-up
  • Roof cover
  • Emergency power
  • Temporary fencing
  • Shoring and stabilization
"This complements what other organizations are doing with disaster recovery, and most importantly it allows us to do more for victims of disasters," explained Brent Werner, operations manager at Werner Restoration, Inc.
"After a fire is extinguished, there are some things the fire department can't do," said Mike Whitson, local director of emergency services for 1-800-BOARD UP and retired fire investigator inspector from Galesburg. "1-800-BOARD UP helps put some order back into the victims' lives."
About Werner Restoration Services, Inc.
Werner Restoration Services has been serving the Quad Cities as the premier restoration company since 1988. The Werner team prides itself on being the morally-sound restoration company that property owners can count on in their time of need.  Contact Brent Werner at 309-792-0912.
About 1-800-BOARD UP
1-800-BOARD UP is a values-focused organization that provides comprehensive recovery services to fire victims in need. While each office is independently owned and operated, 1-800-BOARD UP is the largest franchise company that specializes in emergency response services for disasters.  If needing Emergency Services, contact us at 1-800-262-7387.
28 May 2015

This Week in Downtown Davenport: 5/29 - 6/4/2015

By QC Chamber
Looking to start your weekend off with some laughs? River Music Experience presents the Randy and Mr. Lahey Show tomorrow featuring a night of comedy and good fun. Prepare yourself for a day of music for all ages on Saturday with the Community Drum Circle, Kidz Days at RME, Reed All About It and the Quinns, and Deja vu Rendezvous with The Fez and The Low Down. Get your art fix, too, by checking out the When Colors Play Art Exhibit in the RME Gallery.
The Davenport RAGBRAI team hosts a Community Rally on Tuesday at the Freight House. Ride on down to ask questions about the ride, sign up for volunteer opportunities, learn tips from the Quad Cities Bicycle Club, and more. Be sure to swing by the Farmers Market, Quad Cities Food Hub, Fresh Deli, and Front Street Brewery Tap Room while you're around!
If you haven't already, stop by the Figge and browse the Yuriko Yamaguchi Exhibition before it closes Sunday afternoon. Full of organic, web-like sculptures made from leaves, seed pods, and more, this unique exhibit is one you won't want to miss. On Thursday, join the Figge for the Opening Reception of i <3 Figge. This exhibit features artwork from area students showcasing what the Figge means to them. Don't forget about the Wine & Art session that evening, too.
With a focus on urban landmarks of the Quad Cities and action shots of local skateboarders, the photos of Creative Arts Academy student Nathan Cunningham are sure to impress while on display at L&D 15 this weekend. Come see how he captured the area's vitality through various photos during the Light Way Exhibit on Saturday. Save some time to shimmy through the unique retail items at L&D 15, too!
Bowling, dancing, and sampling new food and drink...find it all at Blackhawk Bowl and Martini Lounge tomorrow! Prestige Music will be spinning your favorite dance hits as the crew debuts their new martini list and pub menu. So gather up some friends and enjoy an evening of new drink specials, games of bowling for $5, and upbeat live music.

 

See you downtown!  For more events and activities, click here
27 May 2015

Rivermont Collegiate 128th Commencement

By Jill Weitzel

Friday, May 29, 2015

10:00 a.m.

Becherer Hall Auditorium

1821 Sunset Drive - Bettendorf, IA

 

Commencement Speaker: Chad Pregracke - Founder and President of Living Lands & Waters and a winner of CNN's 2013 Heroes of the Year awards. Pregracke was also featured on Mike Rowe's "Somebody's Gotta Do It" CNN program last April.

 

Graduates

 

Raza Adam Dada, son of Aisha and Sohail Dada

To attend University of California-Berkeley, California

Sukhmani Gill, daughter of Gupreet and Sohan Gill

To attend St. Ambrose University, Iowa

Ryan Howell, son of Deb and Brad Howell

To attend Edgewood College, Wisconsin

Tejasvi Kotte, daughter of Madhavi and Ramana Kotte

To attend University of Iowa, Iowa

Hayley Moran, daughter of Deena Harroun and Ken Moran

To attend University of Iowa, Iowa

Michal Porubcin, son of Chae Hee and Michal Porubcin

To attend Columbia University, New York

Lauren Sears, daughter of Melissa and James Sears

To attend Lake Forest College, Illinois

Suhas Seshadri, son of H.M. Rathna and T.V. Seshadri

To attend University of Miami- Coral Gables, Florida

Loring Telleen, daughter of Amy and John Telleen

To attend Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri

Gwyneth Vollman, daughter of Colleen Small-Vollman and Brant Vollman

To attend Lindenwood University, Missouri

 

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27 May 2015

Maxwell Wolf Graduates from Bowdoin College

By Doug Cook

BRUNSWICK, ME (05/26/2015)(readMedia)-- Maxwell Wolf, of Moline, Illinois, and a member of the Class of 2015, graduated from Bowdoin College with a major in Mathematics and a minor in Visual Arts.

The College's 210th Commencement exercises were held Saturday, May 23, 2015, when bachelor of arts degrees were awarded to 473 students from 36 states, the District of Columbia, and 18 other countries and territories.

More about Bowdoin's 210th Commencement here

Watch the video, "Bowdoin's 210th Commencement -- In Two Minutes"

About Bowdoin College

Bowdoin College has been educating leaders on the coast of Maine since the dawn of the American republic. Founded in 1794, Bowdoin is a highly selective college of approximately 1,800 students of distinction from across America and around the world. Bowdoin offers Bachelor of Arts degrees in more than 40 majors, including interdisciplinary programs. A Bowdoin liberal arts education and residential life experience instill principled leadership, lifelong learning, and service to the common good. Visit Bowdoin College online at Bowdoin.edu and follow the college on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

27 May 2015

2015 College of Dentistry White Coat Ceremony

By Penni Ryan

IOWA CITY, IA (05/26/2015)(readMedia)-- University of Iowa students from your area recently participated in the UI College of Dentistry White Coat Ceremony. Those students include :

Keegan Bohn of Bettendorf (52722)

Christopher Lawhead of Muscatine (52761)

Lauren Schemmel of Blue Grass (52726)

The White Coat Ceremony honors first-year dental students as they move into the second year that involves their first patient experiences. The dental students were ceremonially cloaked with their first white laboratory coats and in the presence of family, friends and faculty, the students recited the Oath of a Dentist.

The UI College of Dentistry is currently the only dental school in the country with advanced programs in all recognized specialty areas. Approximately 79 percent of dentists in the state of Iowa are UI College of Dentistry alums.

27 May 2015

Augustana seniors recognized at Honors Convocation

By Sam Schlouch

ROCK ISLAND, IL (05/26/2015)(readMedia)-- Augustana College recognizes graduating seniors at the 11th annual Honors Convocation.

The Senior Honors Convocation is an annual ceremony that recognizes seniors who have excelled in their academic pursuits in their time at Augustana College.

Andrew Shearouse of Coal Valley (61240) was recognized as a recipient of the McLaughlin Award in Computer Science, Outstanding Senior Business Administration Major, member of Alpha Delta Sigma, member of Pi Mu Epsilon National Honorary Mathematics Society and as a senior with honors in business administration.

Christine Harb of Davenport (52807) was recognized as a member of Omicron Delta Kappa, a Pre-Medicine Major with Distinction and for completing an Honors Capstone Project.

Katherine Karstens of Moline (61265) was recognized as a Student of Distinction in Accounting.

Samantha McGreer of Illinois City (61259) was recognized as a pre-medicine major with distinction.

Anthony TouVelle of Bettendorf (52722) was recognized with honors in business administration.

Micaela Terronez of East Moline (61244) was recognized as the recipient of the Daughters of Founders and Patriots Award for Outstanding Achievement in American History.

Benjamin Knapper of Davenport (52806) was recognized as a recipient of the Harry Nelson Award for Excellence and Achievement in Applied Mathematics and member of Pi Mu Epsilon, National Honorary Mathematics Society.

Adam Bengfort of Davenport (52807) was recognized as a physics major with distinction, a member of Pi Mu Epsilon National Honorary Mathematics Society, Sigma Pi Sigma and Mortar Board.

Jens Hurty of Moline (61265) was recognized as a member of Pi Kappa Lambda.

Elizabeth LaBotte of Moline (61265) was recognized as a political science major with distinction.

Ingrid Schneider of Davenport (52806) was recognized as a member of Mortar Board.

Founded in 1860, Augustana College is a selective four-year residential college of the liberal arts and sciences. The college is recognized for the innovative program Augie Choice, which provides each student up to $2,000 to pursue a high-impact learning experience such as study abroad, an internship or research with a professor. Current students and alumni include 155 Academic All-Americans, a Nobel laureate, 13 college presidents and other distinguished leaders. The college enrolls 2,500 students and is located along one of the world's most important waterways, the Mississippi River, in a community that reflects the diversity of the United States.

27 May 2015

Inaugural Beer & Bagel Off Road Run | Quad Cities

By Zach Harsin

Beer & Bagel Off Road Race Series Presents Beer & Bagel Quad Cities

 

The Beer & Bagel Off Road Race Series is happy to announce their 20 year tradition from the heartland is coming to the Quad Cities. The inaugural Beer & Bagel Quad Cities will be held at Crow Creek Park. Runners will be treated to 4ish miles of off road running, bagels, chili, and Bent River Brewery Beer.

For 21 years this event has been hosted in Nebraska where thousands of runners descend each fall to run, eat, and party with our mascot, who just happens to be Sasquatch. That's right, we keep Sasquatch on payroll. So come join Sasquatch, Bent River Brewery, and Quad Cities Visitor's Bureau for this inaugural event. For more information, please visit beerandbagel.com or contact your race director, Zach Harsin, at racedirector@beerandbagel.com.

27 May 2015

Augustana seniors reflect on their Augustana experience and look ahead

By Sam Schlouch

ROCK ISLAND, IL (05/26/2015)(readMedia)-- Each year, Augustana College recognizes exceptional senior students who have made the most of their Augustana experience. Faculty members and coaches nominate these students each year to be featured in the college's "More Than I Imagined" series.

Benjamin Knapper of Davenport

Saad Hassan Baig of Moline

The students' "More Than I Imagined" profile may be viewed at http://www.augustana.edu/x62016.xml.

Founded in 1860, Augustana College is a selective four-year residential college of the liberal arts and sciences. The college is recognized for the innovative program Augie Choice, which provides each student up to $2,000 to pursue a high-impact learning experience such as study abroad, an internship or research with a professor. Current students and alumni include 155 Academic All-Americans, a Nobel laureate, 13 college presidents and other distinguished leaders. The college enrolls 2,500 students and is located along one of the world's most important waterways, the Mississippi River, in a community that reflects the diversity of the United States
27 May 2015

Local residents recognized at Upper Iowa University 2015 Honors and Awards Banquet

By Monica Bayer Heaton

FAYETTE, IA (05/26/2015)(readMedia)-- Upper Iowa University recently held its 30th annual Scholarships and Awards Recognition Banquet and awarded 129 scholarships to students across the University. Several local recipients were selected for recognition by the UIU Honors and Awards Committee. The following local residents were recipients of an award:

Tammy Lubell of Bettendorf (52722) earned the Lucille Dickman Scholarship. Given by Milo Maltbie, class of 1892, in honor of his niece, Lucille, class of 1922, daughter of his sister, Adella Maltbie Dickman, and John W. Dickman, this scholarship is awarded to academically deserving students with a 2.5 grade point average or better.

Jennifer McKinley of Rock Island (61201) earned the Linda Haines Endowed Scholarship. This scholarship was established in memory of Linda Haines, former Upper Iowa University associate vice president for Academic Extension, to support annual scholarships to deserving students enrolled in the Academic Extension program at Upper Iowa University.

About Upper Iowa University Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University is a private, not-for-profit university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs to more than 5,800 students--nationally and internationally--at its Fayette campus, 25 U.S. education centers, as well as centers in Malaysia and Hong Kong. Upper Iowa University is a recognized innovator in offering accredited, quality programs through flexible, multiple delivery systems, including online and self-paced degree programs. With a focus on developing leaders and lifelong learners, UIU provides dual enrollment programs for high school students as well as continuing education and professional development opportunities for learners of any age. For more information, visit www.uiu.edu.

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