MCLEAN, Virginia, June 23 (TNSper) -- The Air Line Pilots Association International issued the following news release: The Air Wisconsin Master Executive Council (MEC) of the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) has elected new officers for a two-year term that begins July 1, 2023. The MEC chose its leadership team at its summer meeting in Chicago. The new officers are John "Jack" Roback, chair; Sean Burks, vice chair; and Lorin Fearn, secretary-treasurer. * * * Capt. Jack Roback Roback was el  more

JUNEAU, Alaska, June 23 (TNSper) -- Gov. Mike Dunleavy, R-Alaska, issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: Today Governor Mike Dunleavy appointed Seth Church, of Fairbanks, to the University of Alaska Board of Regents. Church is an entrepreneur who started his first company when he was 17. He now has two decades as a business owner with experience in construction and real estate. Church served on the Alaska Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee, the Coalition for Juvenile Justice, and  more

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, June 22 (TNSper) -- Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller issued the following news release: The City has filled two key roles within the Albuquerque Community Safety Department (ACS). Layla Dehaiman will serve as the Deputy Director of Field Operations, and Jeffery Bustamante is being promoted to the Deputy Director of Violence Intervention and Prevention. Both bring years of relevant leadership experience needed to lead Albuquerque's newest branch of public safety. "Our Commu  more

ALFRED, New York, June 22 (TNSper) -- Alfred University issued the following news release: * * * Thomas Orrange is joining Alfred University as dean for Student Experience, Amy DeKay, vice president for Student Experience, announced Thursday, June 15. His appointment is effective Monday, June 26. * * * Orrange comes to Alfred from Medaille University, where he served 18 years, most recently as library director. Previously at Medaille, he served as interim dean of the School of Leadership, Sc  more

TIRANA, Albania, June 23 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Embassy in Albania issued the following news release on June 21, 2023: Over the past three and a half years, I have had the great privilege and honor of representing my President and my country in the Republic of Albania. I arrived, as you may recall, on January 22, Muhamed you were there, in 2020, a new ambassador, eager to strengthen the special bond between the United States and Albania, determined to support Albania's progress toward full integr  more

ORLANDO, Florida, June 23 (TNSper) -- The American Immigration Lawyers Association issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: Today, the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) elected new officers to its Executive Committee for the 2023-2024 term. Farshad Owji was installed as AILA's President and the following officers were elected today: Kelli J. Stump as President-Elect, Jeff Joseph as First Vice President, Alexis S. Axelrad as Second Vice President, Jacqueline Watson as Tr  more

SEATTLE, Washington, June 22 (TNSper) -- The American Public Power Association issued the following news release: David Osburn, general manager of Oklahoma Municipal Power Authority, was installed as chair of the American Public Power Association Board of Directors during APPA's National Conference in Seattle, Washington. Nicholas Lawler, general manager of Littleton Electric Light and Water Departments in Littleton, Massachusetts, is chair-elect for 2023-2024. John Haarlow, CEO and general ma  more

WASHINGTON, June 23 (TNSper) -- B'nai B'rith International issued the following news release: Avi Mayer, the new Editor-in-Chief of the Jerusalem Post, will deliver the keynote address at the B'nai B'rith World Center-Jerusalem Award for Journalism Recognizing Excellence in Diaspora Reportage for 2023, entitled: "Israel and the Jewish World in an Era of Polarization." The event will take place on Tuesday, July 4, at 7 p.m. (Israel Time) at the Konrad Adenauer Conference Center, Mishkenot Sha'a  more

BOSTON, Massachusetts, June 23 (TNSper) -- The Berkshire Bank issued the following news release: Berkshire Bank, a leading, socially responsible community bank with financial centers in New England and New York, welcomes Lewis Mai, John Muse, Rebecca Rubino, and Andrew Prancl to the Wealth Management team. With more than 70 years combined experience, these four investment and wealth advisors join Berkshire's current team in providing exceptional financial guidance and strategies, portfolio mana  more

LOS ANGELES, California, June 23 (TNSper) -- California State University issued the following news release: Cal State LA Executive Vice President Jose A. Gomez has been appointed interim superintendent-president of Pasadena City College following a unanimous vote of the PCC Board of Trustees Wednesday. Gomez, who serves as executive vice president, chief operating officer and provost at Cal State LA, is set to begin in the interim post in late July, pending approval of his contract, and will   more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, June 22 (TNSper) -- Case Western Reserve University's School of Medicine issued the following news release: Case Western Reserve University President Eric W. Kaler has announced the search committee chair and membership for the university's next provost and executive vice president search. School of Medicine Dean and Senior Vice President for Medical Affairs Stanton L. Gerson will chair the search committee. Gerson joined the medical school faculty in 1983 and served as interi  more

BALTIMORE, Maryland, June 22 (TNSper) -- The Community College of Baltimore County issued the following news release: Community College of Baltimore County President Sandra L. Kurtinitis is pleased to welcome Kim Ross to the college's Board of Trustees. The Board maintains general oversight of CCBC. Its responsibilities include adopting rules and regulations for college operations, approving the college budget, considering and approving CCBC's academic programs, major purchases and long-range p  more

FORT WORTH, Texas, June 22 (TNSper) -- Baylor Scott and White Health issued the following news release on June 21, 2023: Baylor Scott & White Health, the largest not-for-profit health system in Texas, announces today that Charles Williams, FACHE, will serve as president of the Baylor Scott & White DFW - West Region, which includes hospitals in Irving and Grapevine, and Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center - Fort Worth, the health system's academic medical center in Tarrant County. "T  more

DENVER, Colorado, June 23 (TNSper) -- The Colorado Secretary of State issued the following news release: Secretary of State Jena Griswold has made three new appointments to the Electronic Recording Technology Board (ERTB) housed within the Department of State: El Paso County Clerk Steve Schleiker has been appointed to the Board for the first time, Jefferson County Clerk Amanda Gonzalez has been formally appointed to the board after serving in an interim capacity since January 2023, and Saguache  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 22 (TNSper) -- Columbus Mayor Andrew J. Ginther issued the following news release on June 21, 2023: Mayor Andrew J. Ginther today announced that Danielle Tong has been appointed to run CelebrateOne, the city's initiative to reduce infant mortality. "Danielle brings a broad range of experience to the maternal and infant mortality space, from both the nonprofit and public side," said Mayor Ginther. "Her understanding of what leads to infant mortality - and the causes of raci  more

CONCORD, New Hampshire, June 22 (TNSper) -- The Community College System of New Hampshire issued the following news release: The Trustees of the Community College System of New Hampshire (CCSNH) have selected a career educator skilled in community college innovation to be the next president of NHTI-Concord's Community College. Dr. Patrick Tompkins, currently with the Virginia Community College System, was selected from a pool of over 60 applicants and will assume his new role on February 1, 202  more

MCLEAN, Virginia, June 22 (TNSper) -- The Compressed Gas Association issued the following news: The Compressed Gas Association (CGA) is pleased to announce a series of recent new hires and promotions within the organization. These changes reflect CGA's commitment to strengthening its team and advancing its mission to promote safety and technical excellence in the compressed gas industry. The following individuals have been appointed to key positions within the CGA, bringing a wealth of knowledg  more

PRESIDIO, Texas, June 23 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: U.S. Customs and Border Protection Presidio Port Director Daniel Mercado was formally sworn into office this morning at a CBP change of command ceremony. Family, friends, colleagues, and local dignitaries gathered as Mr. Mercado recited the oath of office during a ceremony at the Presidio Activity Center. "It is both my honor and privilege to have bee  more

WILMINGTON, Delaware, June 23 (TNSper) -- Gov. John C. Carney, D-Delaware, issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: Governor John Carney on Thursday announced that he has appointed a rising high school senior from Lewes to serve on the Delaware State Board of Education. Augustine "Gus" Musika, a Cape Henlopen High School student, will join the board for its July meeting and serve through the 2023-2024 school year. "We need students like Gus to offer their perspective as we make deci  more

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, June 23 (TNSper) -- Marquette University issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: Elsbeth Kalenderian, DDS, MPH, Ph.D., professor in the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department at the Amsterdam University Medical Center, has been named dean of the Marquette University School of Dentistry, Provost Kimo Ah Yun announced today. Kalenderian, who will begin in the role on Aug. 14, succeeds Dr. William K. Lobb, who announced his retirement in January. Provost Ah Yu  more

WASHINGTON, June 22 (TNSper) -- Green America issued the following news release: Green America is proud to announce Dr. LaKeisha "Keisha" Thorpe as its new executive co-director for culture, planning & green business development. Dr. Thorpe brings a wealth of experience that promises to help take Green America's operations and green economy programs to the next level. Dr. Thorpe's doctoral dissertation focused on food and culture, she's served on the board and executive board of the Bethlehem   more

DETROIT, Michigan, June 23 (TNSper) -- DTE Energy issued the following news release: DTE Energy (NYSE: DTE) has named Deborah Byers, a retired partner from Ernst & Young LLP to its board of directors effective immediately. Byers served as Americas Industry Leader overseeing the markets and growth strategy across Ernst & Young's primary industry markets. She has held several senior leadership positions at Ernst & Young, including serving as its Houston Office Managing partner and U.S. Energy Lea  more

EIELSON AFB, Alaska, June 23 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Air Force Eielson Air Force Base (354th Fighter Wing) issued the following news: The 354th Fighter Wing held a change of command ceremony as U.S. Air Force Col. David J. Berkland relinquished command to U.S. Air Force Col. Paul P. Townsend, 354th Fighter Wing commander, June 22, 2023. The ceremony was attended by military and civilian leaders from throughout Alaska as well as family members and friends of Berkland and Townsend. "Today we will  more

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, June 23 (TNSper) -- The Export-Import Bank of the U.S. issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: Today, Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) President and Chair Reta Jo Lewis and EXIM Board of Directors member and former Congressman Spencer Bachus hosted a Game Changer Exporter Roundtable with business and community leaders from across Charlotte, North Carolina. The roundtable, co-hosted by the Carolinas LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce, the National Asso  more

F.E. WARREN AFB, Wyoming, June 23 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Air Force F.E. Warren Air Force Base (90th Missile Wing) issued the following news: By Senior Airman Sarah Post, 90th Missile Wing Public Affairs The Mighty Ninety came together to celebrate the change of command from Col. Catherine Barrington, outgoing 90th Missile Wing commander, and Col. Johnny Galbert, incoming 90 MW commander, during a ceremony at the Argonne Parade Field on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, June 22, 2023. Barring  more

F.E. WARREN AFB, Wyoming, June 23 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Air Force F.E. Warren Air Force Base (90th Missile Wing) issued the following news: By Airman 1st Class Landon Gunsauls, 90th Missile Wing Public Affairs Maj. Brian Tuttle relinquished command of the 790th Missile Security Forces Squadron to Capt. Robert Parati in a change of command ceremony at the Maintenance High Bay on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, June 21, 2023. Parati most recently served as the operations officer for the 90t  more

F.E. WARREN AFB, Wyoming, June 23 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Air Force F.E. Warren Air Force Base (90th Missile Wing) issued the following news: By Airman 1st Class Landon Gunsauls, 90th Missile Wing Public Affairs Lt. Col. William Brokaw relinquished command of the 90th Missile Security Forces Squadron to Maj. Brian Tuttle in a change of command ceremony at the Maintenance High Bay on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, June 21, 2023. Tuttle most recently served as the commander for the 790th Mis  more

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, June 22 (TNSper) -- The University of Tennessee Health Science Center issued the following news: Anthony "Tony" Ferrara, the senior vice chancellor for Finance and chief financial officer for the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, knew he wanted to be an accountant since his freshman year in high school. That's not a career choice you hear very often from high schoolers, but Ferrara vividly remembers the circumstances that led to his lifetime calling. "I know i  more

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, North Carolina, June 23 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune issued the following news: Col. Adolfo Garcia Jr. officially assumed duties as the ninth commander of Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune from Brig. Gen. Andrew M. Niebel (NEE-BLE) today at the base theater. More than 500 people gathered to witness the time-honored tradition of transferring formal authority from one commander to the next. The ceremony was atten  more

GENESEO, New York, June 22 (TNSper) -- The State University of New York's Geneseo Campus issued the following news: After a competitive national search, SUNY Geneseo has named Clifton Harcum as its new director of multicultural affairs, beginning June 22. As director, Harcum will provide vision and leadership to the range of programs and initiatives aimed to support the retention and success of BIPOC and other underrepresented students, as well as provide student support and follow-through in   more

OMAHA, Nebraska, June 22 (TNSper) -- The University of Nebraska Medical Center issued the following news release: Gerard "Gerry" Kugel, DMD, PhD, has been selected as the next dean of the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry. Pending University of Nebraska Board of Regents approval of his appointment, Dr. Kugel will begin at UNMC on Sept. 18. "Amid all of the highly qualified candidates, Dr. Kugel stood out for his vision and passion," said Jeffrey P. Gold, MD, chancellor  more

DETROIT, Michigan, June 23 (TNSper) -- General Motors issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: General Motors today named Lin-Hua Wu as senior vice president and chief communications officer. Wu joins GM from Google, where she has served as Vice President of Global Communications & Public Affairs since 2021, supporting the Knowledge & Information and Global Business organizations. Wu's appointment is effective Aug. 21, 2023. She will report to GM Chair and CEO Mary Barra. Wu, 52, j  more

GOSHEN, Indiana, June 22 (TNSper) -- Goshen College issued the following news: Three employees said farewell to Goshen College this year as they retire and begin the next chapters in their lives. Together, they have served a total of 79 years and an average of approximately 26 years at Goshen College. The employees who retired during the 2022-2023 academic year were John Ross Buschert, professor of physics; Gordon Bontrager, IT programmer analyst and senior database administrator and Roger Naf  more

DES MOINES, Iowa, June 23 (TNSper) -- The Iowa Department of Education issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: Today, Governor Reynolds has announced a change in leadership at the Department of Education, appointing McKenzie Snow, presently Deputy Secretary of Education in the Commonwealth of Virginia, to replace Chad Aldis as department director. Aldis, who was named director in March of this year, has resigned for family reasons. Snow's appointment as Director of the Iowa Departm  more

PHOENIX, Arizona, June 23 (TNSper) -- The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce issued the following news release: The Greater Phoenix Chamber announced new leaders within its board of directors to lead the organization in its mission to catalyze regional prosperity through forward-thinking public policy, intentional economic growth, and diverse, prepared talent in fiscal year 2024. Scott Smith, managing partner of TowerHunter, will serve as the 2023-2024 board chair, succeeding Erin Mettille, p  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, June 22 (TNSper) -- Harrisburg Area Community College issued the following news release: The HACC Foundation, a nonprofit educational trust established to raise private and corporate revenues in support of HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College, welcomed a new member to the HACC Foundation Board. Terry L. Davis is the owner and CEO of Keystone Correctional Services, Inc., a private community correction center for men released from state prison. Prior to this r  more

WASHINGTON, June 22 (TNSper) -- Howard University issued the following news release on June 21, 2023: Today Howard University announced the appointment of civil rights lawyer and scholar Sherrilyn Ifill, as the inaugural Vernon E. Jordan, Jr., Esq. Endowed Chair in Civil Rights. This appointment is a testament to Ifill's distinguished career and outstanding contributions to the fields of law, civil rights, and social justice. Ifill most recently served as the seventh president & director-couns  more

FORT WORTH, Texas, June 23 (TNSper) -- The University of North Texas Health Science Center issued the following news: Adebola "Serah" Sulaiman, a graduate student at The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth, was recently appointed by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to serve as the student regent on the UNT System Board of Regents. The second-year physician assistant graduate student in HSC's School of Health Professions will serve a one-year term through May 31, 2024. Sulaiman   more

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama, June 22 (TNSper) -- The HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology issued the following news: HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology has named Ann Marie Carr as its new Economic Development Associate for HudsonAlpha Wiregrass. Carr is responsible for coordinating the Economic Development Mission's work for HudsonAlpha Wiregrass, which includes entrepreneur- and recruitment-based economic development efforts to benefit the Wiregrass region, with the focus involving the agricul  more

WASHINGTON, June 23 (TNSper) -- The Motion Picture Association of America issued the following news on June 22, 2023: Hunter Paletsas will join the Motion Picture Association as Global Chief Financial Officer, Charles Rivkin, the association's Chairman and CEO announced to staff today. In this role, he will oversee the MPA's worldwide financial and information technology operations from the MPA's Los Angeles office; he starts July 24 and will report directly to Rivkin. "Hunter brings extensive  more

WASHINGTON, June 22 (TNSper) -- The Independent Community Bankers of America issued the following news release: ICBA Bancard, the payments-services subsidiary of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA), announced the election of Ruth Christopher, board member for Citizens Bank of Las Cruces, N.M., and secretary of its holding company, Amador Bancshares Inc., as chairman of the ICBA Bancard board of directors. Michael J. Burke, Jr., president of ChoiceOne Bank in Lapeer, Mich., was a  more

BOSTON, Massachusetts, June 23 (TNSper) -- The International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: Liz Clark, president & CEO of IHRSA, the Global Health & Fitness Association, today announced the hiring of new staff members and the promotion of a team member. Pamela Kufahl joined June 19 as Senior Director of Communications and will lead external-facing campaigns, drive social media content, and produce a wide array of member and indust  more

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, June 23 (TNSper) -- The Illinois Supreme Court issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: Justice Elizabeth M. Rochford and the Illinois Supreme Court have announced the appointment of Associate Judge Kimberly DiGiovanni as an At-Large Circuit Judge in the 16 th Circuit Kane County. Judge DiGiovanni was appointed to fill the circuit court vacancy created by the passing of Justice Donald Hudson, who was assigned to the 2nd District Appellate Court. The appointmen  more

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, June 23 (TNSper) -- The Indiana University McKinney School of Law issued the following news: IU McKinney Professor Frank Emmert has resumed his place as managing editor of the European Journal of Law Reform (EJLR). Professor Emmert co-founded EJLR in 1998 with colleagues at the University of Basel, and at the Institute of Advanced Legal Studies of the University of London. He served as managing editor from 1998 to 2012 and served on the Board of Editors. Over the years,  more

BUFFALO, New York, June 22 (TNSper) -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release on June 21, 2023: Julia Czerniak, a professor of architecture at Syracuse University and internationally recognized design thinker, has been named dean of the University at Buffalo School of Architecture and Planning. Czerniak will begin her appointment Sept. 11, UB Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs A. Scott Weber announced today in a campusw  more

TOPEKA, Kansas, June 22 (TNSper) -- The Kansas Department of Transportation posted the following news release on June 21, 2023: Governor Laura Kelly today announced that she has appointed Calvin Reed as Secretary of the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT). Reed has served as acting secretary since the departure of former Secretary of Transportation Julie Lorenz in December 2022. "Calvin Reed has long worked to ensure Kansas families and travelers can travel throughout the state safely a  more

MALTA, Illinois, June 22 (TNSper) -- Kishwaukee College Foundation issued the following news release: The Kishwaukee College Foundation welcomed Corinne Haviley as a new member of its Board of Directors while bidding farewell to Brent O'Daniell during the Foundation's May meeting. Haviley joins the Board of Directors with a background in the health care field. She currently serves as the Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive for Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee and Valley West hospitals. Ha  more

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, June 23 (TNSper) -- The Land Stewardship Project issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: A grassroots organizer with decades of experience empowering local communities around environmental and sustainability issues has been named the Land Stewardship Project's new executive director, the organization's board of directors announced today. Scott Elkins, who took the helm at the Land Stewardship Project (LSP) this week, is also leading the organization's 501(c)4  more

STAMFORD, Connecticut, June 22 (TNSper) -- Americares, a health-focused relief and development organization, issued the following news release on June 21, 2023: Americares, the health-focused relief and development organization, is pleased to announce the election of award-winning writer, director and producer Marti Noxon to its Board of Directors. Her three-year term began in May. "We are thrilled to welcome Marti to the board," said Americares President and CEO Christine Squires. "She has be  more

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, June 23 (TNSper) -- The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: Dr. Matt Christiansen, State Health Officer and Commissioner of the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources' (DHHR) Bureau for Public Health, today announces Dr. PS Martin as medical director for DHHR's Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS), effective June 23, 2023. He replaces Dr. Beth Toppins, who served as interim O  more

NEW ROCHELLE, New York, June 22 (TNSjou) (TNSper) -- Mary Ann Liebert Inc. issued the following news release: Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. announces the launch of AI in Precision Oncology, the only academic, bimonthly peer-reviewed research journal dedicated to the advancement of artificial intelligence applications in clinical and precision oncology. The Journal will publish a preview issue in Fall 2023 and its inaugural issue in early 2024. Aiming to support this burgeoning community of innovative  more

LANHAM, Maryland, June 22 (TNSper) -- The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development issued the following news release: The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development announced several new hires in remaining leadership roles at the agency as it builds upon its successes and implements new initiatives that will shape the department's focus in the coming years. Under Secretary Jake Day's leadership, the department priorities are to shelter every Marylander, expand affo  more

NEW YORK, June 22 (TNSper) -- Marymount Manhattan College issued the following news: Professor Katie Langan has been appointed Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs / Dean of the Faculty. She will succeed Dr. Peter Naccarato, who will take office as Interim President on July 1, 2023, when President Kerry Walk steps down after eight years of distinguished service to Marymount Manhattan College. An alumna of MMC, Katie has served in various leadership roles at the College for 30 years, fir  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 23 (TNSper) -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release: Maintaining the firm's longstanding practice of rotating key leadership positions, McGuireWoods has appointed new office leaders in Los Angeles; Austin; Washington, D.C.; Pittsburgh; and Tysons, Virginia. Tanya Greene has been named office managing partner of the firm's downtown Los Angeles office. Greene is an accomplished litigator who handles high-profile litigation for some of the world's m  more

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, June 23 (TNSper) -- Gov. Wes Moore, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: Governor Wes Moore today announced the appointment of Yolanda "Maria" Martinez as Governor's Office of Small, Minority, and Women Business Affairs Special Secretary. Her appointment takes effect July 5. "As one of our state's most respected business, community, and philanthropic leaders, Maria brings vision, heart, and experience to this critical role," said Gov. Moore. "Maria shares our adm  more

MIAMI, Florida, June 22 (TNSper) -- Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava issued the following news release: This week, the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN), a global initiative for the United Nations, launched the Global Commission for Urban SDG Finance and announced Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava as an establishing member. The announcement took place at the event "Access to Financing for Sustainable Development in Cities and Worldwide" hosted by the Mayor   more

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, June 22 (TNSper) -- Minnesota State Colleges and Universities issued the following news release: The Board of Trustees of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities has named Anita Hanson to serve as president of Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College (FDLTCC). The appointment becomes effective immediately. "Anita navigated the Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College community through an immensely difficult time with empathy and grace," said Devinder Malhotra, chance  more

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, June 22 (TNSper) -- Minnesota State Colleges and Universities issued the following news release: The Board of Trustees of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities has named Kenneth Janz to serve as interim president of Winona State University (WSU). The appointment becomes effective August 1, 2023. "Ken Janz is well regarded by faculty and leadership and has garnered the respect and trust of the broader Winona State University community during his time at WSU," said D  more

NEW YORK, June 23 (TNSawa)(TNSper) -- The Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) today announced the following awards and appointments: Selwyn Vickers Named Among 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives by Modern Healthcare Selwyn M. Vickers, MD, FACS, President and CEO, was named one of Modern Healthcare's 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives. The list honors licensed clinicians in executive r  more

RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 23 (TNSper) -- The North Carolina Department of Commerce issued the following news release: North Carolina Commerce Secretary Machelle Baker Sanders has named Kristina Ray as the next Administrator of Credit Unions, a role that includes supervision of the North Carolina Credit Union Division. As Administrator, Ray will lead the regulatory agency in promoting and assisting in the formation of credit unions in the state, as well as ensuring the safety and soundness o  more

BISMARCK, North Dakota, June 23 (TNSper) -- Gov. Doug Burgum, R-North Dakota, issued the following news: Gov. Doug Burgum has appointed Charles "Chas" Neff Jr. to a judgeship in the Northwest Judicial District. Neff has served as a staff attorney for the Northwest Judicial District Court since May 2020, assisting judges with research and drafting orders and opinions on a variety of topics including criminal motions, oil and gas matters, administrative appeals and complex civil pre-trial motion  more

SANTA FE, New Mexico, June 23 (TNSper) -- Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today signed an executive order creating the Governor's Veterans Advisory Council. The 11-member council is attached to the Department of Veterans' Services and will support the needs of veterans in New Mexico, review existing policies, and consult with the New Mexico veterans community to make sure that every veteran and their fam  more

WASHINGTON, June 23 (TNSper) -- The National Air Transportation Association issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) announces Board of Directors leadership changes and the election of five new members. Todd Anderson, Chief Operating Officer of Sheltair, has been elected as the new Board Chair. Todd's home base is in Orlando, Florida. Todd will take the helm from Clive Lowe, Executive Vice President at Atlantic Aviation, who will co  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 23 (TNSper) -- The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors issued the following news release: The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) proudly announces that Kristina Ray has been appointed as Administrator of the North Carolina Credit Union Division, effective July 1, 2023. This follows the announcement that Rose Conner, former North Carolina Administrator and NASCUS Board Member will retire at the end of this month. "I am ho  more

PETERSBURG, Virginia, June 23 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: The National Park Service (NPS) Regional Director Gay Vietzke today announced the selection of Alexa Viets as the new superintendent of Petersburg National Battlefield in Petersburg, Virginia. She is expected to begin her tour of duty in mid-August. "With years of experience across the National Park Service, Alexa brings a passion for leadin  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 23 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: The National Park Service (NPS) Regional Director Gay Vietzke today announced the selection of Scott Teodorski as the new superintendent of both Richmond National Battlefield Park and Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site in Richmond, Virginia. He is expected to begin his tour of duty at the end of July. "Scott brings extensive experience wo  more

SANBORN, New York, June 22 (TNSper) -- Niagara County Community College issued the following news: Niagara County Community College (NCCC) President William Murabito announced his intent to retire next year at the college's board of trustees meeting today. Dr. Murabito, who became the institution's seventh president in 2019 after having served in an interim role for two years, will retire on June 30, 2024. "I have appreciated the great privilege of working in such a welcoming community," said   more

ORLANDO, Florida, June 22 (TNSper) -- Nemours Foundation issued the following news release: Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida, welcomed another diverse group of medical students to be trained as future pediatricians in its residency program with a traditional ceremony. Each of the 12 physicians in training donned their white coats at the event, marking the start of their three years of hands-on experience to build clinical competence. Now in its fifth year, the Nemours Children's Hospital,   more

LA JOLLA, California, June 23 (TNSper) -- The Salk Institute for Biological Studies issued the following news release: The Salk Institute welcomes Assistant Professor Daniel Bayless, a neurobiologist who studies the influence of sex hormones on social interaction and behavior in mice. Bayless joins Salk's world-renowned neuroscience faculty--a collaborative team working to uncover how our brains work so we can build resilience in the face of stress, aging, and disease. "Daniel is an innovative  more

WASHINGTON, June 23 (TNSper) -- The National Grocers Association issued the following news: Anita Nunez Cepollaro has joined the National Grocers Association (NGA) as vice president of business development for the trade association representing the independent supermarket industry. Nunez Cepollaro will help drive membership growth and NGA's non-dues revenue programs, including event sponsorships and advertising programs. She joins NGA from the DC Chamber of Commerce, where she served as direc  more

OFFUTT AFB, Nebraska, June 23 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Air Force Offutt Air Force Base (55th Air Wing) issued the following news: The 55th Wing officially welcomed its new leader during a change of command ceremony at Offutt Air Force Base June 22, 2023. Col. Mark Howard accepted the guidon from Col. Kristen Thompson during the tradition-filled ceremony at the Bennie L. Davis Maintenance Facility. "When selecting a wing commander, I look for leaders who have demonstrated the ability to build team  more

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, June 22 (TNSper) -- The Oklahoma Democratic Party issued the following news release: The Oklahoma State Democratic Party is pleased to announce Oklahoma Democratic Party Chair Alicia Andrews' election as Vice-President of the Association of State Democratic Committees, ASDC - Midwest Caucus. Andrews, the first elected African American in Oklahoma history to chair any political party, was first elected to the Oklahoma State Party in 2019 and has been re-elected twice, m  more

ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, June 23 (TNSper) -- The Poynter Institute issued the following news release: Angie Drobnic Holan, editor-in-chief of PolitiFact and a noted leader in the field of fact-checking, has been named the new director of the International Fact-Checking Network based at the Poynter Institute in St. Petersburg, Florida. Holan, 50, will take the helm of the IFCN, a Nobel Peace Prize-nominated organization dedicated to supporting fact-checkers who battle misinformation worldwide,   more

TROY, New York, June 22 (TNSper) -- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute issued the following news on June 21, 2023: Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) today announced the appointment of Rebecca W. Doerge, Ph.D., as Provost, effective August 1, 2023. Doerge joins the Rensselaer community from Carnegie Mellon University, where she is the Glen de Vries Dean of the Mellon College of Science and a member of the Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences' Department of Statistics and Data Sc  more

WASHINGTON, June 23 (TNSper) -- Reed Smith, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm Reed Smith announced today that Celisa Morin has joined the firm as counsel in its Financial Industry Group. Morin, who will also spearhead Reed Smith's On Chain: Crypto and Digital Assets Group, brings to the firm deep cryptocurrency and blockchain experience covering both legal and commercial matters in the United States and Asia. Prior to joining Reed Smith, Morin served as vice presid  more

ROCHESTER, New York, June 23 (TNSper) -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Rochester Institute of Technology has named Prabu David as its new provost and senior vice president for Academic Affairs, which is the university's top academic officer. David, who has served as vice provost for faculty and academic staff development, interim vice provost for Teaching and Learning Innovation, and dean of the College of Communication Arts and Sciences at Michigan State  more

GAITHERSBURG, Maryland, June 23 (TNSper) -- The Society of Fire Protection Engineers Foundation issued the following news release: The SFPE Foundation, a charitable organization focused on enhancing the scientific understanding of fire and its interaction with the social, natural, and built environments, announces the appointment of four new Governors to its Board of Governors. The new Governors were appointed in May, and include: * Sean Donohue, PE, P.Eng, FSFPE, Vice President, Fire & Li  more

SHEPPARD AFB, Texas, June 23 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Air Force's 82nd Training Wing issued the following news: By 2nd Lt Lauren Niemi, 82nd Training Wing Public Affairs The 82nd Medical Group welcomed their new commander on June 16, 2021, at the clinic. Colonel Sarah Evans took command of the 82nd Medical Group during a change of command ceremony at Sheppard Air Force Base June 21, 2023. Captain Matthew Mazick, human performance flight commander, officiated the ceremony, during which Col. Felici  more

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Missouri, June 23 (TNSper) -- Southeast Missouri State University issued the following news: Southeast Missouri Women's Basketball has hired three new coaches and a Director of Basketball Operations and Player Development to the staff for the 2023-24 season, the program announced Thursday. Shareka Maner, Gabby Green, Danielle Sanderlin and Jack Zillner will all join Coach Rekha Patterson's staff this summer to go through summer workouts with the team. * * * Shareka Maner A   more

HAMMOND, Louisiana, June 23 (TNSper) -- Southeastern Louisiana University issued the following news release: Two representatives of Southeastern Louisiana University have been selected for the University of Louisiana System Management and Leadership Institute. Manager of Student Employment and Internship Development for Career Services Craig Marinello and Interim Honors Director and Center for Faculty Excellence Multimedia Communication Specialist Amber Narro, will take part in the two-semeste  more

SYRACUSE, New York, June 22 (TNSper) -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Art historian, critic and curator Maika Pollack will join Syracuse University this fall as executive director and chief curator of the Syracuse University Art Museum. "Maika Pollack brings the talent and vision to support and expand the important role that Syracuse University Art Museum plays in campus life and in the greater Syracuse community. I look forward to working with her and watching the museum flou  more

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, June 23 (TNSper) -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news: Taft associate Jada Colon was recently appointed Recording Secretary of the Board of Directors for the Black Lawyers Association of Cincinnati. In her role as Secretary, Colon will be collaborating with other board members to further the association's focus on addressing issues particular to African American attorneys and promoting equity in the legal profession and justice system. The Black Lawyers Assoc  more

WASHINGTON, June 22 (TNSper) -- The Bipartisan Policy Center issued the following news release: Tara DiJulio, vice president and chief communications officer at GE and chief communications officer at GE Aerospace, has joined the Bipartisan Policy Center's Board of Directors. "We are thrilled to have Tara join BPC's esteemed board and look forward to the unique outlook she can provide to both the board and the organization as a whole," said Kelly Darnell, interim CEO of BPC. "She will be the fi  more

STEPHENVILLE, Texas, June 22 (TNSper) -- Tarleton State University issued the following news: Dr. Phil Sudman has been named Interim Dean of Tarleton State University's College of Science and Mathematics, effective Aug. 1, pending approval by The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents. A national search begins this summer. Currently Associate Dean of the college, Dr. Sudman joined the Tarleton faculty in 1996, advancing to head of the Department of Biological Sciences 19 years later and  more

WASHINGTON, June 22 (TNSper) -- The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority issued the following news: Taylor Chess has joined the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority board of directors. He is an appointee of the governor of Virginia for a term expiring in November 2026. Chess is the president of development for The Peterson Companies and serves on the company's investment committee. Prior to joining The Peterson Companies, Chess was senior vice president of investments at Regency C  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, June 23 (TNSper) -- The Tennessee Department of Education issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: Today, the Tennessee Department of Education announced Kristy Brown, Director of Schools for Jackson County Schools, will join the department as Chief Academic Officer (CAO), effective July 15, 2023. Brown's responsibilities as CAO will include the divisions of instructional strategy, early learning, special education and intervention programs, and learning acceler  more

COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, June 22 (TNSper) -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: One of the nation's foremost authorities on public safety and emergency management will soon join the Tennessee Tech University faculty in a full-time lecturer position. Mark Warnick first came to Tech as adjunct faculty in 2015, teaching online courses from his home in Macon, Illinois after a decades-long career that included service in the U.S. Air Force and as a constable police   more

NEW YORK, June 23 (TNSper) -- The New School issued the following news release: The New School is pleased to announce the election of two new members to its Board of Trustees: Asmita Bhatia and David R. Poma (MA Economics,'02). Both will serve a term of four years effective May 4, 2023. "My fellow Trustees and I are excited to welcome Asmita and David to the Board," said Linda E. Rappaport, Chair of the Board of Trustees. "Both have distinguished themselves throughout their careers and share a  more

NEW YORK, June 23 (TNSper) -- The American Society of Mechanical Engineers issued the following news release: Thomas Kurfess, Ph.D., P.E., has begun his term as the 142nd president of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), the Society announced during its annual meeting June 6. Kurfess is an ASME Fellow and has served as a member of the Board of Governors since 2019. Kurfess is the chief manufacturing officer of the Georgia Institute of Technology, and the executive director of t  more

HARTFORD, Connecticut, June 23 (TNSper) -- Trinity College issued the following news: Joanne Berger-Sweeney, Trinity College president and professor of neuroscience, has been appointed chair of the Hartford HealthCare (HHC) Board of Directors. Berger-Sweeney is the first African-American and first woman to be president of Trinity, where she has focused for nearly 10 years on improving strategic academic initiatives, fostering equity and diversity, and cultivating community and global engagemen  more

SAN FRANCISCO, California, June 23 (TNSper) -- Troutman Pepper, a law firm, issued the following news: Shawn Zovod, an attorney with significant experience advising clients on complex environmental issues and regulations, has joined Troutman Pepper's Environmental + Natural Resources (ENR) practice as a partner in San Francisco. She joins the firm from Lubin Olson & Niewiadomski LLP. With more than two decades of experience, Zovod has deep knowledge of California-specific environmental regulat  more

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, June 22 (TNSper) -- Milwaukee Area Technical College issued the following news: The Milwaukee Area Technical College District Board Appointment Committee has appointed two individuals to the MATC District Board. The MATC Board has the responsibility to ensure that MATC is meeting its commitment to increase the potential and productivity of the people in the district through the development and delivery of high-quality educational programs consistent with current and emerg  more

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, June 22 (TNSper) -- The University of Pittsburgh School of Education issued the following news: Valerie Kinloch, the Renee and Richard Goldman Endowed Dean of the University of Pittsburgh School of Education, has been named as the next president of Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU) in Charlotte, North Carolina, effective August 1, 2023. Under her leadership, which began in July 2017, the Pitt School of Education has made transformational changes to improve its academ  more

HATTIESBURG, Mississippi, June 22 (TNSper) -- The University of Southern Mississippi issued the following news: The School of Performing and Visual Arts (SPVA) at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) will welcome several new distinguished and talented faculty members this upcoming fall 2023 semester. SPVA Director Meg Brooker enthusiastically notes that the new cohort of artists and educators will help further the School's mission as a leader in the performing and visual arts. "I am e  more

BURLINGTON, Vermont, June 22 (TNSper) -- The University of Vermont issued the following news: The University of Vermont has announced the appointment of Holger Hoock, D.Phil., as dean of the Graduate College, effective August 14, 2023. Hoock currently is the holder of the J. Carroll Amundson Chair of British History at the University of Pittsburgh, with a secondary appointment as a professor of history of art and architecture. Hoock is an accomplished historian who earned his doctorate in mode  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, June 22 (TNSper) -- Vanderbilt University Medical Center issued the following news: After 28 years of working to improve the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families, Elise McMillan, JD, has announced she will retire from the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center (VKC) this month. McMillan currently serves as the director of the VKC University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (VKC UCEDD), director of Community E  more

VILLANOVA, Pennsylvania, June 22 (TNSper) -- Villanova University issued the following news release: Villanova University President the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, has announced the appointment of Raymond "Ray" D. Duffy, MS, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CBP, as Vice President for Human Resources and Affirmative Action Officer, effective immediately. Duffy brings more than two decades of experience to this leadership role, most recently serving as Associate Vice President of Human Resources and Affirmat  more

MONTPELIER, Vermont, June 23 (TNSper) -- Gov. Phil Scott, R-Vermont, issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: Governor Phil Scott today announced that Agency of Digital Services (ADS) Secretary Shawn Nailor will be retiring after 35 years of state service at the end of the month. "Shawn has been a committed public servant for over three decades, and Vermonters are better off because of his work and contributions to state government," said Governor Scott. "His experience and work eth  more

WHEELING, West Virginia, June 23 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of West Virginia, William Ihlenfeld, issued the following news release: United States Attorney William Ihlenfeld has been named as chairperson of the Washington-Baltimore High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (W/B HIDTA) Executive Board and will lead efforts in the region to combat the trafficking of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and other illicit substances. The W/B HIDTA supports 43 drug task forces from Mar  more

OLYMPIA, Washington, June 23 (TNSper) -- Washington House Democrats issued the following news release: Rep. Mary Fosse, D-Everett, has been appointed to two seats the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee replacing Rep. Tarra Simmons, D- Bremerton, and the Aerospace Workforce Council. The Correctional Industries Advisory Committee is tasked with making recommendations to improve the Correction Industries (CI) work programs, whose goal is to increase successful reentry by providing workfor  more

MACOMB, Illinois, June 22 (TNSper) -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: Western Illinois University, the Illinois Institute of Rural Affairs (IIRA) and the Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) have named Ann Friederichs, director of the Illinois SBDC WIU. She succeeds James Boyd who retired March 2023. Friederichs has been assistant director of the Illinois SBDC at WIU since March 2022. She began working at WIU in May 2017 as an Illinois SBDC business   more

MACOMB, Illinois, June 22 (TNSper) -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: Western Illinois University alumnus Marty Green has been promoted to United States Brigadier General in the Air Force, Air National Guard, effective June 4. Green graduated from Western in 1987, with a bachelor's degree in Political Science, minoring in Public Administration. Green's career has always remained in public service, starting with Secretary of State Jim Edgar and moving to the Gove  more

WASHINGTON, June 23 (TNStalk)(TNSper) -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following statement on June 22, 2023, by Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas: * * * I am proud and excited to inform you that President Biden will designate Kristie Canegallo as the Acting Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security. Kristie will assume her new role on July 21, 2023 following Deputy Secretary Tien's retirement. Since January 2022, Kristie has been serving as our Department's Chief of Staff. She  more