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KOFFI AKAKPO
KOFFI AKAKPO has been named president of Bluegrass Community and Technical College. Currently, he is vice president for business, administrative and student services at North Central State College. Akakpo received a master’s degree from the University of Lome, a Master of Business Administration from Ashland University and a doctorate in higher education administration from the University of Toledo.
February 6, 2019
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AMY B. MAGNUSON
AMY B. MAGNUSON has been named director of University Health Sciences at Florida State University (FSU). Most recently, Magnuson was director of the FSU Center for Health Advocacy and Wellness at the Health and Wellness Center. Magnuson received a bachelor’s degree, registered dietician certificate, master’s degree and Ph.D. all from FSU.
February 6, 2019
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MARSHA POLLARD
MARSHA POLLARD has been appointed provost of Berkeley College. Prior to her new role, she served as interim vice president for academic affairs at the American International College. Pollard earned a bachelor’s in sociology from the University of Florida, a master of education from Harvard University and a Ph.D. in higher education administration from New York University.
February 6, 2019
Disparities
University of Michigan students provide free health care at Livingston County clinic
February 6, 2019
Disparities
Here’s Why You Always Feel Sicker at Night
February 6, 2019
Policies
Hennepin Healthcare CEO Jon Pryor to resign
February 6, 2019
Nursing
Kent State University, University Hospitals Partner to Address Nursing Shortage
In an effort to address the continuing nursing shortage in northeast Ohio, Kent State University and University Hospitals (UH) have partnered to create a new nursing education program that aims to increase the number of nurses with bachelor degree’s who enter the workforce each year. “University Hospitals is excited to enhance our existing relationship with […]
February 6, 2019
Disparities
Dr. Özlem Ersin Named Dean of College of Health and Human Services at EIU
Dr. Özlem Ersin has been named dean of the College of Health and Human Services at Eastern Illinois University (EIU), effective July 1. Eastern provost and vice president of academic Dr. Jay Gatrell said that Ersin’s experience across the health sciences and human services field will be useful to the school as it focuses on […]
February 6, 2019
Other News
Dr. Guy Nicolette Begins New Role as Assistant Vice Chancellor at UC Berkeley’s UHS
United Health Services (UHS) at UC Berkeley has hired Dr. Guy Nicolette as its new assistant vice chancellor. “These have been the best first two days at work,” Nicolette said. Prior to his new role, Nicolette served as the director of student health at the University of Florida (UF). He also was director of the […]
February 6, 2019
Disparities
A Global Health Researcher
Dr. Catherine Pirkle always enjoyed traveling and being in very diverse settings, so she was enthused after learning that she had been selected as a Fulbright Specialist by the J. William Fulbright Council for International Exchange of Scholars in spring 2017. The Fulbright Specialist Program sends U.S. faculty and professionals to serve as expert consultants […]
February 6, 2019
Latest News
Early College Credit Linked to Success, Savings for Indiana Students
Recent data findings from the Indiana Commission for Higher Education (ICHE) underscore the academic and economic value of providing high school students with an opportunity to earn early college credit.
February 6, 2019
STEM
Dr. Cynthia V. Flores: Math Mentor
Growing up in the mostly immigrant community of Pico-Union in Los Angeles, Dr. Cynthia V. Flores was surrounded by those who had a strong work ethic and an “expressed value in education,” although many had not graduated from high school, let alone college.
February 6, 2019
Native Americans
Report Urges Increased College Support for ‘Invisible’ Native Students
Following the widely reported maltreatment of two indigenous students on a college campus visit last year, the American Indian College Fund initiated a collaborative project that has produced a study recommending ways to improve access, inclusion and equity for Native students seeking higher education.
February 5, 2019
News Roundup
Kent State University, University Hospitals Partner to Address Nursing Shortage
In an effort to address the continuing nursing shortage in northeast Ohio, Kent State University and University Hospitals (UH) have partnered to create a new nursing education program that aims to increase the number of nurses with bachelor degree’s who enter the workforce each year. “University Hospitals is excited to enhance our existing relationship with […]
February 5, 2019
HBCUs
Denny’s Co. President/CEO Named Innovator-In-Residence at Wilberforce University
Wilberforce University has appointed John Miller, president and chief executive officer for Denny’s Corporation, as the first innovator-in-residence at the Mark and Shelly Wilson Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. In addition to his new role, Miller is also the vice-chairman for the Wilberforce University Board of Trustees. Miller has over three decades of experience working […]
February 5, 2019
News Roundup
Strada Education Network Awards $8M in Grants for Organizations That Connect Education to Employment
Strada Education Network has announced it has given $8 million in grants to support organizations that help prepare learners of all ages for in-demand careers. “No one sector can close skill and equity gaps, alone. These grants reflect a commitment to investing in an ecosystem of providers to help individuals bridge the divide between education […]
February 5, 2019
News Roundup
Juilliard Liberal Arts Faculty Write Letter of Support for Dr. Melissa Harris-Perry
Several members of the Liberal Arts Faculty at The Juilliard School have written a letter of support for Dr. Melissa Harris-Perry after a recent public conflict between her and Wake Forest University. On Jan. 21, Harris-Perry, the Maya Angelou Presidential Chair at Wake Forest, criticized the institution’s role during slavery and its current unfair labor practices […]
February 5, 2019
Veterans
Military veteran serving as single dad surprised with car
A military veteran who is now serving as a single dad was surprised with a car on Monday. “I was deployed to Kuwait for nine months while stationed at Fort Riley under the 128 Infantry and then 2-70th Armor,” said William McCormick. “Was a team leader, Unit Armor, and then spent another six months out […]
February 5, 2019
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