LOS ANGELES, California, July 12 (TNSper) -- Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts issued the following news release: Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills welcomes Mark Pollard as the new Executive Chef of Culina Ristorante. Pollard has worked as executive chef at top restaurants across San Francisco, Los Angeles, The Hamptons, and Chicago. With Culina, he is enhancing the menu to include flavours specifically from southern Italy and other parts of the Mediterranean, marrying Italy's Amalf  more

DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, July 12 (TNSper) -- Abercrombie and Kent, a provider of luxury travel services, issued the following news release on July 10, 2023: A&K Travel Group (AKTG), the global lifestyle and travel company, today announced the next stage in its plan to strategically align its business under a new, industry leading, centralised leadership team. The changes build on the 'One A&K' strategy that will connect and synergise its markets and brands by establishing new global roles conne  more

WASHINGTON, July 11 (TNSper) -- Venable, a law firm, issued the following news release: Venable LLP is pleased to announce that Adam M. Weg has joined the firm as a partner in the Commercial Litigation Practice in the Los Angeles office. Mr. Weg focuses his practice on complex business, real estate, antitrust, trade secrets, cross-border international arbitration disputes, and sophisticated insurance matters. He has considerable experience handling matters through all stages of civil litigatio  more

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, July 11 (TNSper)(TNBSrpt) -- Advance CTE, formerly known as the National Association of State Directors of Career Technical Education Consortium, issued the following news release: Advance CTE is pleased to announce its 2023-2024 Board of Directors, who were recently elected by its nationwide network of members. Together, they represent 11 states and an array of professional backgrounds culminating in decades of experience supporting high-quality, equitable Career Techn  more

TUNIS, Tunisia, July 12 (TNSper) -- The African Development Bank issued the following news release: The African Development Bank has appointed Mr Max Magor Ndiaye as Director of the Syndication, Co-financing and Client Solutions Department, effective 1st July 2023. Ndiaye, a US national, is a structured finance, risk management, and capital markets professional with over 20 years of international public and private sector experience. Before this appointment, he served as the Acting Director o  more

DECATUR, Georgia, July 11 (TNSper) -- Agnes Scott College issued the following news release: Agnes Scott College is pleased to announce four new members elected to its Board of Trustees. Bradie C. Barr '85, Tara C. Hogan Charles '97, Ronald A. Crutcher and G. Oliver (Ollie) Wagner V joined the board on July 1, 2023, and will serve four-year terms. "I am looking forward to working with our newly elected trustees as, together, we continue to ensure Agnes Scott College is a place providing a tran  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 12 (TNSper) -- The Aerospace Industries Association issued the following news release: The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA), the leading voice for the American aerospace and defense industry, today announced the hiring of Chad Kirk as Senior Director of Civil Aviation. "As new, innovative technologies continue to shape the aerospace industry, Chad's breadth of experience will be an asset to AIA and our member companies looking to chart a new course for the futur  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, July 12 (TNSper) -- Alston and Bird, a law firm, issued the following news release on July 10, 2023: Alston & Bird has expanded its bipartisan health policy practice with the addition of Jonathan Jagoda, former senior vice president of the Federation of American Hospitals (FAH). Jonathan joins the firm as senior policy advisor in the Washington, D.C. office. "Jonathan is an experienced professional who has worked on the most intractable health issues of our time. He is a prob  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 12 (TNSper) -- The American Academy of Physician Associates issued the following news release on July 11, 2023: The American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) today named Jennifer M. Orozco, DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA, as the organization's first Chief Medical Officer (CMO). This newly created position reinforces PA value in a modern healthcare system and AAPA's commitment to empowering PAs to advance their careers and enhance patient health. As CMO, Dr. Orozco will be   more

WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSper) -- The American Council of Life Insurers issued the following news release: The American Council of Life Insurers (ACLI) has hired Carrie Haughawout as Vice President, Life Insurance and Regulatory Policy. She will report to ACLI Executive Vice President and General Counsel Jillian Froment. "Carrie brings to ACLI a strong understanding of the role insurance regulation plays in protecting consumers and ensuring their access to financial protection," said Froment. "H  more

WHEATON, Illinois, July 11 (TNSper) -- Wheaton College issued the following news: Wheaton College announces the appointment of Andrew Cook to serve as the Executive Director of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center. Founded by Reverend Billy Graham '43, WCBGC exists to develop and mobilize Christ-followers for individual and corporate witness. Since its dedication in 1980, it has pursued the vision that every believer, everywhere, make Jesus Christ known. Graham's dream was a global hub for   more

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, July 12 (TNSper) -- Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement on July 11, 2023: * * * Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement announcing two promotions in his office: "I am pleased to announce the promotions of Ryan Cooper to Deputy Attorney General, Special Prosecutions Division, and Alexandra Benton to Deputy Attorney General and Director, Office of Intergovernmental Affairs. Ryan and Alex are excellent attorneys who were  more

WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSper) -- ASAE-The Center for Association Leadership issued the following news release: The Leadership Committee of ASAE and the ASAE Research Foundation has selected the following nominees to serve on the ASAE and ASAE Research Foundation Boards of Directors for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY2024), with terms beginning September 1, 2023. The Leadership Committee develops a pool of candidates for board service based on several criteria, including how they best characterize ASAE's s  more

WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, Pennsylvania, July 11 (TNSper) -- ASTM International, formerly the American Society for Testing and Materials, which develops and publishes voluntary consensus technical standards for materials, products, systems and services, issued the following news release: A new ASTM International subcommittee will focus on test and performance standards for legged robots. The new subcommittee (F45.06) is under the jurisdiction of ASTM's robotics, automation, and autonomous systems commi  more

WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, Pennsylvania, July 12 (TNSper) -- ASTM International, formerly the American Society for Testing and Materials, which develops and publishes voluntary consensus technical standards for materials, products, systems and services, issued the following news release on July 11, 2023: Today, global standards organization ASTM International announced that Katharine Morgan, president since 2017, has informed the Board of Directors of her intention to retire. The latest issue of ASTM's  more

WINTER HAVEN, Florida, July 12 (TNSper)-- Polk State College issued the following news: After shining as a player and an assistant coach with the program, Dayanna Barbosa is now the face of Polk State Volleyball. This month, Barbosa, 29, began her tenure as head coach. Barbosa spent the last four years as an assistant to the legendary German Del Valle. "To be the head coach at Polk State means a lot," she said. "This is the school that raised me. I care a lot about this college. I love everyo  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, July 12 (TNSper) -- The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association issued the following news release on July 10, 2023: Today, the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) announced Brian Bauer as its new vice president of application solutions. In his role, Bauer is responsible for implementing and managing all BCBSA information technology systems that connect across the 34 Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies. This includes supporting the core software and applications that provi  more

SIOUX CITY, Iowa, July 12 (TNSper) -- Briar Cliff University issued the following news: Briar Cliff University welcomes Yeong Wen as the new Director of Information Technologies. Wen will supervise daily operating functions, including managing information technology resources for academic and administrative needs. "We are very excited to have Wen join us at Briar Cliff," said Interim Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs, Candace Chihak. "Wen has a lot of experience in information tec  more

SACRAMENTO, California, July 12 (TNSper) -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on July 11, 2023: * * * Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments: Brady Borcherding, of Sacramento, has been appointed Assistant Executive Director, Office of Government & International Affairs, at the California Energy Commission. Borcherding has been Director of Government Affairs (West Coast) with FuelCell Energy Inc. since 2020. He served as Legislative Di  more

WASHINGTON, July 11 (TNSper) -- The California Life Sciences Association issued the following news: California Life Sciences (CLS), the trade association representing California's life sciences sector, announces Brent Fisk as Senior Vice President of Government Relations and External Affairs, effective July 10. "For over a decade, Brent has played a valuable role in shaping and executing legislative efforts for California life sciences companies," said Mike Guerra, CLS president and CEO. "He's  more

WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSper) -- Carlyle Group issued the following news release on July 11, 2023: Global investment firm Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) today announced that Shane Clifford has joined as Head of Private Wealth Strategy. Clifford brings over 20 years' experience in various alternative assets and financial services business development and strategy positions, including roles at Legg Mason (EnTrustPermal), BlackRock, and Merrill Lynch. He joins Carlyle from Franklin Templeton, where he was   more

SHREVEPORT, Louisiana, July 11 (TNSper) -- Centenary College of Louisiana issued the following news release: Dr. Karen Soul, provost and dean of the college at Centenary, has been selected as one of 36 higher education leaders to participate in the Executive Leadership Academy (ELA) sponsored by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) and the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC). Soul began the year-long program at a seminar last week in Washington, D.C. "I am hono  more

WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSper) -- The Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued the following news release on July 11, 2023: Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Commissioner Christy Goldsmith Romero announced today that Scott Lee will serve as her Senior Counsel and Policy Advisor. "I'm thrilled to welcome Scott back to the CFTC after his work at the SEC and House Financial Services," said Commissioner Goldsmith Romero. "Scott is a seasoned market regulator with deep expertise in the   more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 11 (TNSper) -- Conservation International issued the following news release on July 10, 2023: Effective today, Conservation International announced Melanie Janin as its new Chief Communications and Marketing Officer (CCMO). Janin brings a career in marketing communications across the conservation and environmental sectors, including a strong background in corporate sustainability and partnership initiatives. As CCMO, Janin will oversee Conservation International's Bra  more

NEW YORK, July 12 (TNSper) -- Crowell and Moring, a law firm, issued the following news release: Joseph J. Palermo has joined Crowell & Moring as Chief Operating Officer and will be responsible for leading the firm's business operations and administrative support and delivering exceptional client service. Palermo steps into the role of strategic partner to the firm's leadership, supervising all business functions, including Finance, Talent, Human Resources, Marketing, Information Technology, C  more

MACOMB, Illinois, July 11 (TNSper) -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: Michael "Mick" Cumbie will become the Western Illinois University College of Fine Arts and Communication Development Officer, effective Monday, July 10. Cumbie is currently an agent with Purdum Gray Ingledue Beck, Inc. in Macomb and was interim chief executive officer for the YMCA of McDonough County in 2021. He previously served as the COFAC director of development from 2006-2015. "I am pleas  more

NEW YORK, July 12 (TNSper) -- Cumulus Media, an audio-first media and entertainment company, issued the following company release on July 11, 2023: Cumulus Media's (NASDAQ: CMLS) Westwood One today announced that David Cohn has joined as Senior Vice President, Sales and Digital Partnerships, based in New York and reporting to Brandon Berman, President of Sales, Westwood One. In this new role, Cohn oversees digital sales for Westwood One nationwide, with a focus on growing brand partnerships acr  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, July 12 (TNSper) -- Cumulus Media, an audio-first media and entertainment company, issued the following local market release: * * * Craig Comes Home to Middays on 99X and Rounds Out Re-Launch Lineup of Atlanta's Iconic Alternative Rock Station * * * Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) announces that Atlanta Rock radio personality Steve Craig will return to the legendary 99X (WNNX-FM) as Program Director for the station and as On-Air Host, Middays. Craig, who was previously Midday   more

DELAWARE, Pennsylvania, July 11 (TNSper) -- Delaware County Community College issued the following news release: On July 1, Marta Yera Cronin, Ed.D., formerly president of Columbia Gorge Community College in The Dalles, Oregon, began her role as president of Delaware County Community College. She is the College's fifth president since its founding 56 years ago. After an extensive national search, in January 2023 Dr. Cronin was chosen by Delaware County Community College's Board of Trustees to  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, July 12 (TNSper) -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news release on July 11, 2023: Dentons announces today the addition of partners Adam Docks, Lindsay Jewell and Jordan McCarthy to its global Hotels and Leisure practice. Docks and McCarthy will join the Chicago office, while Jewell will be based in Phoenix. This trio of hospitality transactional lawyers has a large national practice assisting clients with the acquisition, disposition, development, finance, recapita  more

SANTA BARBARA, California, July 11 (TNSper) -- Direct Relief issued the following news on July 10, 2023: Direct Relief today announced the appointment of Emma Carrasco and Adam Cooper to the organization's Board of Directors, each bringing considerable business and nonprofit acumen to bear on the organization's growing humanitarian efforts. Direct Relief Chair Emeritus Mark Schwartz was also recently appointed as a director, returning to the organization's Board after previously serving for ten  more

LAKE CHARLES, Louisiana, July 12 (TNSper) -- McNeese State University issued the following news: Dr. Ann Warner has been named dean of the McNeese State University College of Nursing and Health Professions, according to Dr. Chip LeMieux, provost and vice president for academic affairs and enrollment management at McNeese. The college includes the departments of undergraduate nursing, graduate nursing, psychology and counseling (which includes the Kay Dore Counseling Center and McNeese Autism Pr  more

SAN FRANCISCO, California, July 12 (TNSper) -- Duane Morris, a law firm, issued the following news release: Duane Morris LLP partner Terrance J. Evans has been elected vice chair of the California Lawyers Association (CLA) Board. The CLA is a nonprofit, voluntary bar association serving thousands of licensed attorneys throughout California. Evans is currently the Litigation Section representative on the board. He is the co-founder and co-chair of the CLA Racial Justice Committee as well as the   more

DYERSBURG, Tennessee, July 11 (TNSper) -- Dyersburg State Community College issued the following news release: Dyersburg State Community College (DSCC) President Scott Cook has announced the appointment of Dr. Amy Johnson as the new Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Success. "I am honored to announce Dr. Amy Johnson as the new Vice President for Academic Affairs and Student Success (Chief Academic Officer/Chief Student Affairs Officer), effective July 1, 2023. Dr. Johnson is a tre  more

DYERSBURG, Tennessee, July 11 (TNSper) -- Dyersburg State Community College issued the following news release: Dyersburg State Community College (DSCC) President Scott Cook has announced the appointment of Brian Oakes as the new Athletic Director. Oakes comes to Dyersburg State from Hinds Community College, where he spent the last 15 months as Director of the Wellness Center at the Utica Campus, where he oversaw the wellness center's operations, including a mental health therapist, fitness cen  more

SAN ANGELO, Texas, July 11 (TNSper) -- Angelo State University issued the following news: Dr. Tia Agan, chair of Angelo State University's Department of Teacher Education, has been elected president of the Texas Association of Teacher Educators (TxATE) and will serve a one-year term that runs through June 2024. TxATE is a state organization for college and university faculty in teacher preparation programs. Its purpose is to actively promote best practices for educating and creating quality te  more

NEW YORK, July 12 (TNSper) -- EisnerAmper, an accounting firm, issued the following news: Global business advisory firm EisnerAmper announces that Chris Brodersen has joined the firm as a managing director in its Business Advisory Group. With approximately 40 years of experience, Chris holds vast cross-industry expertise in applying blockchain technology and digital asset solutions. He has diverse experience across the financial services, health care, retail, manufacturing and logistics sector  more

NAPERVILLE, Illinois, July 11 (TNSper) -- DeVry University issued the following news release on July 10, 2023: DeVry University's Board of Trustees announced today the appointment of Elise Awwad as the university's new President and Chief Executive Officer. The first female elected to the position in the university's 92-year history, she is expected to assume office on Sept. 5. Awwad succeeds Tom Monahan, who will be moving into the newly created role of Executive Vice Chair of the Board of Tru  more

BETHESDA, Maryland, July 12 (TNSper) -- The National Institutes of Health's National Human Genome Research Institute issued the following news release: Elizabeth Tuck, M.A., has been appointed director of the Education and Community Involvement Branch at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of the National Institutes of Health. The Education and Community Involvement Branch (ECIB), within the NHGRI Division of Genomics and Society, develops programs aimed at strengthening  more

LOS ANGELES, California, July 11 (TNSper) -- The Entertainment Industry Foundation's Stand Up To Cancer issued the following news release on July 10, 2023: Stand Up To Cancer(R) (SU2C) today announced that Julian Adams, Ph.D., a longtime oncology researcher and retired pharmaceutical industry chief executive, was named the organization's first Chief Science Officer. In this newly created position, Dr. Adams will lead the development of strategic research priorities to enhance SU2C's research p  more

ALBANY, New York, July 12 (TNSper) -- Environmental Advocates of New York issued the following news release: Environmental Advocates NY (EANY) is thrilled to announce that after a careful search process, they have appointed Vanessa Fajans-Turner as their new Executive Director. The search, led by New York-based executive search firm, Phillips Oppenheim, aimed to identify a leader who could oversee all facets of the organization, including program development and execution, fundraising, and comm  more

WASHINGTON, July 11 (TNSper) -- The Federation of American Hospitals issued the following statements: The Federation of American Hospitals is pleased to announce the addition of Charlene MacDonald as Executive Vice President, Public Affairs. She will join the Federation on August 1st. "It is an honor to welcome someone with Char's experience and strategic vision to the Federation team. She brings a unique perspective with significant health care policy, advocacy, and political bona fides. Char  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 11 (TNSper) -- Capital Impact Partners, an organization that says it provides credit and financial services to underserved markets and populations, issued the following news release: Capital Impact Partners and CDC Small Business Finance have announced that Gary Cunningham, the former president and CEO of Prosperity Now, has been named the new chair of the boards of directors for the two mission-driven lenders, effective June 13, 2023. The previous chair, Kurt Chilcot  more

WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSper) -- The General Aviation Manufacturers Association issued the following news release on July 11, 2023: Today, the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) announced the additions of Peter Marton as Director of European Government Affairs and Zanthe Jordine as Airworthiness and Regulatory Specialist. GAMA also announced the promotion of Cate Brancart to Director of European Safety and Sustainability Development. "The additions of Peter and Zanthe to the GAM  more

STATESBORO, Georgia, July 11 (TNSper) -- Georgia Southern University issued the following news release: Six new members recently joined Georgia Southern University's Alumni Association Board of Directors. "We are thrilled to welcome our newest members to the Georgia Southern Alumni Board," said Ava Edwards, director of Georgia Southern's Alumni Relations. "Their diverse backgrounds and experiences will undoubtedly contribute to the continued growth and success of our alumni network and Univers  more

HOUSTON, Texas, July 12 (TNSper) -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release on July 11, 2023: Richard A. Crow, a Real Estate of counsel in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Houston office, is chair-elect of the State Bar of Texas' Real Estate, Probate and Trust Law (REPTL) Section. Crow will begin a year-long term as chair-elect July 13 and will assume the role of chair in July 2024. Most recently, Crow served as treasurer of the section. He previously held the   more

MACOMB, Illinois, July 11 (TNSper) -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: Western Illinois University Academic Advisor Niall Hartnett has been named director of the University's College of Arts and Sciences Advising Center, effective July 1. Hartnett has been an academic advisor for Psychology, Anthropology and Sociology at Western since December 2019. Prior to serving in this position, Hartnett was an academic advisor for Psychology since 2017; and academic advisor  more

HOLLAND, Michigan, July 11 (TNSper) -- Hope College issued the following news: Dr. Sara Hoeve, who is director of student teaching and teacher certification at Hope College, has been elected vice president of the Michigan Council of Teachers of English (MCTE). Her term as vice president began on July 1, 2023, and is the beginning of a four-year cycle that will continue with service to the MCTE as president-elect, president and past-president. Hoeve spent more than 10 years as a secondary Engl  more

MANHATTAN BEACH, California, July 12 (TNSper) -- The Independent Book Publishers Association issued the following news on July 11, 2023: As a 4000-member strong association whose mission is to lead and serve the independent publishing community through advocacy, education, and tools for success, IBPA executes its mission through the work performed by its staff, board of directors, and a dedicated group of committee volunteers. For the new Fiscal Year 2024 which begins July 1, 2023 and ends Jun  more

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, July 12 (TNSper) -- Ice Miller, a law firm, issued the following news release: Ice Miller is pleased to announce the addition of A.J. Hensel a litigator with experience in complex commercial litigation and business law, OSHA litigation, and trade secret protection/litigation. A.J. will also oversee the firm's pro bono program, working with attorneys and business professionals across all the firm's offices to continue addressing the most vital needs of our communities. "  more

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina, July 12 (TNSper) -- The International Finance Corp., a member of the World Bank Group, issued the following news release on July 11, 2023: The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, announced the appointment of Manuela Adl as Senior Country Manager, Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, and Paraguay, based in Buenos Aires, Argentina. "I am truly excited to be part of this region and have the opportunity to increase our engagement and impact in   more

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, July 11 (TNSper) -- The Illinois Supreme Court issued the following news release: The Illinois Supreme Court has announced the assignment of Cook County Circuit Judge Rena Van Tine to the First District Appellate Court. Judge Van Tine is being assigned to fill the vacancy created by the reassignment of Justice Carl A. Walker to the vacancy created by the resignation of Justice Eileen O'Neill Burke. Judge Van Tine will be assigned all matters previously assigned to Justic  more

HONOLULU, Hawaii, July 12 (TNSper) -- The East-West Center, an organization that says it promotes better relations and understanding among the people and nations, issued the following news release: The East-West Center's Board of Governors has elected Dr. Samir Saran, the head of India's leading think tank, as one of the board's five international members. Dr. Saran will begin his term at the board's next semiannual meeting in October. In addition, Dr. Saran will be speaking tomorrow, Tues. Ju  more

COLUMBIA, Missouri, July 11 (TNSper) -- The University of Missouri issued the following news release on July 10, 2023: University of Missouri officials announced today the appointment of John Denker as vice chancellor for communications and marketing for MU and chief marketing and communications officer for the UM System. Denker's appointment is effective Aug. 8. "We're thrilled to welcome John to the University of Missouri," said Mun Choi, president of the University of Missouri. "His extens  more

LACKLAND AFB, Texas, July 12 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: By Airman 1st Class John Lewis IV, 3rd Audiovisual Squadron Public Affairs U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Karl Wiest officially handed over command of the 3rd Audiovisual Squadron to Air Force Maj. Korey Fratini at a change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland July 7, 2023. Air Force Col. Tony Wickman, Air Force Public Affairs Agency commander, pre  more

WASHINGTON, July 11 (TNSper) -- The National Collegiate Athletic Association issued the following news on July 10, 2023: Kim Oren has been named the NCAA's new vice president of human resources. She brings more than 20 years of experience in human resources leadership roles across several industries. She joined the national office in January 2022 as the managing director of human resources. "I am thrilled to continue the important work of leading the people mission of the NCAA, collaborating w  more

CLEVELAND, Wisconsin, July 12 (TNSper) -- Lakeshore Technical College issued the following news release: The Lakeshore Technical College Board of Trustees swore in three incumbent board members who began their next terms at the board's annual organizational meeting July 10. The Board of Trustees also elected officers for the next term. The board members sworn in are Don Pohlman, Kim Rooney, and John Wyatt. Officers elected include Wyatt, chair; Rooney, vice chair; and Monica Nichter, secretary  more

CHEYENNE, Wyoming, July 12 (TNSper) -- Laramie County Community College issued the following news: Laramie County Community College Head Rodeo Coach Seth Glause announced he is moving on from the Golden Eagles to accept the head coach position for the University of Wyoming rodeo team. Glause's departure comes after five seasons at the helm of LCCC's rodeo program. He started his tenure as an assistant coach with the Golden Eagles in 2016, working primarily with rough stock riders at LCCC prior  more

HARROGATE, Tennessee, July 12 (TNSper) -- Lincoln Memorial University issued the following news: J. Frank White Academy (JFWA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Cave as assistant principal. With a strong focus on educational leadership and youth development, Cave brings a wealth of experience and a solutions-oriented approach to his new role. "I am looking forward to becoming a member of the J. Frank White Academy's outstanding academic team," Cave said. "I will focus on continui  more

IRVINE, California, July 12 (TNSper) -- Littler Mendelson, a law firm, issued the following news release: Littler, the world's largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has added Bren K. Thomas as a shareholder in its Irvine and Las Vegas offices. Thomas, who practiced at Littler from 1996 to 2016, returns to the firm from Jackson Lewis. He is the fifth attorney to rejoin Littler as a shareholder in the past two months, following the additions of Thomas Revnew in Minnea  more

LOS ANGELES, California, July 12 (TNSper) -- The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association issued the following news release on July 11, 2023: The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association (LA Phil) today announced the appointment of former Dudamel Fellow Rodolfo Barraez as Assistant Conductor, Ann Ronus Chair, of the LA Phil for the 2023/24 season. As part of his duties, Barraez will serve as the cover conductor for Gustavo Dudamel and guest conductors throughout the orchestra's subscription season and   more

BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, July 12 (TNSper) -- Louisiana State University issued the following news release: Danny Barrow has been selected to serve as LSU's Permanent Vice President for Enrollment Management & Student Success, pending approval by the LSU Board of Supervisors. Barrow has been serving as the Interim Vice President since March. In the permanent role, Barrow will continue to lead recruiting and retention efforts that attract the best and brightest students who will succeed in the cl  more

BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, July 11 (TNSper) -- Louisiana State University issued the following news release: The LSU Office of Innovation & Technology Commercialization has named its new director, technology licensing and commercialization veteran Spencer Rogers. Rogers was previously associate director of technology transfer at Brigham Young University, which had one of the nation's most successful tech transfer offices. While there, Rogers successfully negotiated over 100 license agreements rep  more

BOCA RATON, Florida, July 11 (TNSper) -- Lynn University issued the following news: Lynn University is pleased to announce James Badrak as the new director of performing arts operations. Badrak will serve a key role in enhancing the performing arts experience at Lynn. He owns Music Theatre Production Group--an arts operations and logistics consulting firm. Before starting his firm, he spent 16 years with Carnegie Hall production, serving various roles from stage manager to director of producti  more

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, July 11 (TNSper) -- Marian University issued the following news: Marian University's Ancilla College has announced Kyle Allison as its new athletic director, effective July 19, 2023. Prior to joining Marian University's Ancilla College, Allison served as director of cross county and track and field at the University of Saint Francis for six years and as assistant track and field coach at Manchester University for three years. "Kyle Allison has an excellent track record   more

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, July 11 (TNSper) -- Marquette University issued the following news release: Kelsey Otero, senior director of community engagement in the Office of University Relations at Marquette University, was appointed to the board of directors for the International Town and Gown Association at the organization's annual meeting, June 8, in Fort Collins, Colorado. Otero joins the 16-member board of the only global nonprofit organization focused on the dynamic between colleges and thei  more

GAITHERSBURG, Maryland, July 12 (TNSper) -- The Maryland Tech Council issued the following news on July 11, 2023: The Maryland Tech Council (MTC), the largest technology and life sciences trade association in the state, today welcomed a new chair and slate of technology and life sciences leaders to its board of directors. The new members join the board as MTC enjoys rapid growth in its membership, educational programs, and workforce development initiatives. "I am thrilled to welcome these new   more

WICHITA, Kansas, July 12 (TNSper) -- Forvis, an accounting and advisory firm, issued the following news release: FORVIS is pleased to announce Matt Cash has joined the firm's assurance practice in Wichita. Cash is a managing director with more than 16 years of experience providing assurance services to clients in various industries including education, construction and real estate, manufacturing and distribution, and dealerships. Cash joined the firm in 2007 and comes to Wichita from its Sprin  more

RANDOLPH, Massachusetts, July 12 (TNSper) -- The May Institute issued the following news release: Albertina Lopes, MD, has been promoted to Vice President of Healthcare Systems for May Institute, a national nonprofit organization that provides services across the lifespan for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), developmental disabilities, brain injury and neurological disorders, as well as other special needs. In her new position, Dr. Lopes is responsible for overseeing healthcare  more

WASHINGTON, July 11 (TNSper) -- Georgetown University's McCourt School of Public Policy issued the following news: As a founding co-director, Dr. Evelyn Patterson will help lead the Institute's interdisciplinary work at the intersection of race, equity and action. Georgetown has appointed McCourt School Professor Evelyn Patterson as the fourth faculty director and leading public policy expert of its Racial Justice Institute (RJI), a multidisciplinary research hub focused on race, equity and ac  more

WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSper) -- Mintz, a law firm, issued the following news release: Mintz is pleased to announce that Steven Shparber has joined the firm as a Member of the Energy & Sustainability Practice in the Washington, D.C. office. "With his extensive experience as a private sector, corporate, and government attorney, Steven's specialization in energy regulatory matters, independent power production, renewable energy, and distributed energy resources make him the perfect addition to th  more

MOREHEAD, Kentucky, July 12 (TNSper) -- Morehead State University issued the following news: Dr. Ahmad Zargari has been named the new dean of Morehead State's College of Science. Zargari began his career at MSU in 1994. Previously, he was chair of the Department of Engineering and Technology Management (formerly the Applied Engineering & Technology Department) from 1994 to 2015. He also served as the School of Engineering & Computer Science associate dean from 2015 to 2023. In 2022, Zargari r  more

MACOMB, Illinois, July 11 (TNSper) -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: Western Illinois University Department of Biological Sciences Professor Richard O. Musser has been named the department's interim chair, effective July 1. Musser has been a professor at WIU since 2012, and he previously served as interim department chair from 2016-18. He was an associate professor at WIU from 2007-12; an assistant professor at WIU from 2003-07; a research associate at the Unive  more

CHEVY CHASE, Maryland, July 12 (TNSper) -- The National 4-H Council issued the following news release: National 4-H Council, today announced the departure of Jennifer Sirangelo, the current President and CEO. Sirangelo will depart on August 18, 2023 when she will transition leadership of the organization to an experienced National 4-H Council executive and 4-H alumna, Jill Bramble. After an 18-month, externally-led executive succession process, the National 4-H Council Board of Trustees unanimo  more

RESTON, Virginia, July 11 (TNSper) -- The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics issued the following news: Understanding that large-scale assessments are assessments given to a population of students to measure student achievement for the purpose of educational accountability, including identifying gaps in curriculum, recognizing groups of students who are being underserved, and setting and achieving system-wide goals, NCTM has released the following position statement: NCTM Position o  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, July 12 (TNSper) -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news on July 11, 2023: Oklahoma State University's Boren Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital's new director, Kelly Black, DVM, DACVPM, is returning home to Stillwater to head the state's only major veterinary medical center. Dr. Black, a 2001 graduate of OSU's veterinary program, brings with him significant experience leading major hospital operations and building engaged, energetic teams of medical profe  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, July 12 (TNSper) -- The American Board of Medical Specialties issued the following news release: The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS), the leading not-for-profit organization overseeing certification of physicians and medical specialists in the United States, is pleased to announce the election of Rebecca L. Johnson, MD, former Chief Executive Officer of the American Board of Pathology, as the new Chair of the ABMS Board of Directors. In addition, three new member  more

WINTER HAVEN, Florida, July 11 (TNSper) -- Polk State College issued the following news: Polk State College's new Provost for Academic Affairs and Workforce Education won't be going far, but it is still something of a homecoming. Amy Bratten began her tenure at Polk State on Monday after 15 years at nearby Southeastern University in Lakeland, including the last six as associate provost. She brings 23 years of educational experience to the College. "This position was the next step in my career  more

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, July 12 (TNSper) -- New Mexico State University issued the following news: Clara Raley, New Mexico Technology Student Association state adviser and New Mexico State University College of Engineering program manager, was elected to serve as the state adviser representative on the TSA Inc. board of directors. She will serve a three-year term, which supports TSA's mission and represents TSA state advisers across the United States. "I am honored to have been elected, and I   more

VALDOSTA, Georgia, July 12 (TNSper) -- Valdosta State University issued the following news: Dr. Sheri Noviello, former dean of Valdosta State University's College of Nursing and Health Sciences, recently returned to Blazer Nation to serve as interim provost and vice president of the Division of Academic Affairs. Noviello is responsible for guiding VSU's efforts to promote excellence in teaching, learning, research, and service. She collaborates with faculty and oversees the education of VSU's  more

WASHINGTON, July 11 (TNSper) -- The Nuclear Regulatory Commission issued the following news release: The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has selected Nathan Brown as the new resident inspector at the Callaway nuclear power plant in Fulton, Missouri. "Nathan's training and commitment to safety will help the NRC in its mission of protecting people and the environment by helping assure that Callaway continues to meet the high standards set by the agency," said NRC Region IV Acting Administrator Rob  more

SPRINGFIELD, Missouri, July 11 (TNSper) -- Missouri University of Science and Technology issued the following news: For the first time since it was founded in 2008, Missouri S&T's cooperative engineering program with Missouri State University will soon have a new director. Dr. Theresa Odun-Ayo, who currently serves as an associate teaching professor of electrical and computer engineering for the program, will replace Dr. Douglas Carroll as director on Saturday, July 15. Carroll will continue t  more

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, July 12 (TNSper) -- Gov. Kevin Stitt, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news release on July 11, 2023: Today, Governor Kevin Stitt announced his appointment of Dr. Deborah Shropshire to serve as Secretary of Human Services. "Dr. Shropshire is a true public servant as well as an experienced and trusted physician. She has helped make Oklahoma one of the best states in the country for families," said Governor Stitt. "Her willingness to serve her state in this capacity is a  more

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, July 12 (TNSper) -- Gov. Kevin Stitt, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news release on July 11, 2023: Governor Kevin Stitt recently welcomed Abegail Cave to serve as his new Communications Director. "I am thrilled to welcome Abegail to the team," said Governor Stitt. "She brings a wealth of experience from working on Capitol Hill, and I am confident she will be a great communicator for all Oklahomans. I look forward to working with her as our team continues to make Okl  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, July 12 (TNSper) -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans issued the following news release: Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) was appointed to serve on the House Finance Committee in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the 2023-24 Legislative Session. "As a businessperson, I understand how important it is to provide financial analysis, advice and oversight," said Brown. "I look forward to working with my colleagues to ensure the Commonwealth is operating with the   more

MCCLELLANDTOWN, Pennsylvania, July 12 (TNSper) -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans issued the following news release: Rep. Charity Grimm Krupa (R-Fayette) has been appointed to serve on the Pennsylvania House of Representatives' Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee for the 2023-24 Legislative Session. "I am ecstatic over the opportunity to join a committee so near and dear to my heart," Grimm Krupa said. "I grew up on a farm, still live on a farm and call a rural part of Fayette County ho  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, July 12 (TNSper) -- The University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine issued the following news release: Benjamin Abella, MD, MPhil, a professor of Emergency Medicine and Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Emergency Medicine in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, has been appointed to serve on the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine. Abella was nominated by Gov. Josh Shapiro and unanimously confirmed by the PA Sena  more

MIDDLETOWN, Pennsylvania, July 12 (TNSper) -- Pennsylvania State University-Harrisburg issued the following news: Amanda Janney Misselhorn has been named Penn State Harrisburg's first field hockey head coach, Director of Athletics Rahsaan Carlton recently announced. Misselhorn will take charge of a Penn State Harrisburg field hockey program set to begin NCAA competition in the fall of 2024. She brings 14 years of Division I coaching experience, having served as head coach at Indiana University  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, July 11 (TNSper) -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following news: The College of Health and Human Development has announced that Max Crowley, professor of human development and family studies and public policy, has been appointed director of Penn State's Edna Bennett Pierce Prevention Research Center (PRC), beginning Aug. 15. Crowley succeeds Stephanie Lanza, professor of biobehavioral health, who has served in that role since 2017. Prevention research  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, July 12 (TNSper) -- Points of Light issued the following news release: The Points of Light Board of Directors is excited to announce Jennifer Sirangelo will become the next president and CEO of the organization beginning September 5, 2023. The board has charged Sirangelo with elevating the influence and impact Points of Light has on civic health due to its belief that civic engagement and action is key to addressing complex global challenges and building vibrant communities.   more

WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSper) -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news release: We are excited to welcome Stephanie Abrutyn to our Media and Entertainment, and Litigation groups at Dentons. Abrutyn joins as counsel and will split her time between our New York and Washington, DC, offices. Abrutyn brings more than 25 years of experience working in-house at leading media companies to Dentons, including 15 years with HBO/WarnerMedia, which culminated in her serving as the company's Senior   more

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, July 12 (TNSper) -- Quarles and Brady, a law firm, issued the following news: The national law firm of Quarles & Brady today announced that partner Adam Margolin has been named vice chair of the firm's Energy, Infrastructure, & Environment Practice Group. Margolin will team with Brad Jackson, who has been chair of the Energy, Infrastructure & Environment Practice Group since 2018. Margolin has experience in the private and public sectors working on cutting-edge infrastru  more

SANTA MONICA, California, July 11 (TNSper) -- Rand issued the following agency announcement: Experienced diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) professional Rekha Chiruvolu joined RAND today as chief diversity officer and executive director, diversity, equity, and inclusion, overseeing all diversity initiatives at RAND. "We're excited to welcome Rekha to RAND as part of our commitment to ensuring best-in-class DEI principles across the organization," said Jason Matheny, president and CEO of no  more

PASADENA, California, July 12 (TNSper) -- The Carnegie Institution for Science issued the following news: Cellular and molecular biologist Kamena Kostova has accepted a position as a Staff Scientist at Carnegie's recently launched Biosphere Sciences and Engineering Division. For the past five years, Kostova has been a Staff Associate at Carnegie's developmental biology research facility in Baltimore. This program was designed to provide exceptional early career researchers with a launchpad for  more

WHITTIER, California, July 11 (TNSper) -- Rio Hondo College issued the following news release: Rio Hondo College Director of Dance, Dr. Alyson Cartagena, has been selected to serve an additional one-year term on the American College Dance Association (ACDA) Board of Directors, where she will continue to support both national and regional ACDA conferences and festivals for the Baja region, which includes Southern California. Cartagena, known for her passion for dance education and for opening d  more

BASALT, Colorado, July 11 (TNSper) -- Rocky Mountain Institute issued the following news release: RMI, founded as Rocky Mountain Institute, has appointed Ije Ikoku Okeke as a managing director, Catalytic Climate Capital. In this role she will lead RMI's efforts to mobilize, scale up, and catalyze climate finance globally at this critical time in the world. Okeke will lead RMI's early-stage project development and innovative financing initiatives. She will also co-lead the Global South Program   more

WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSper) -- The Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International posted the following news release from its member company RTCA: RTCA, Inc. announced that at its recent annual membership meeting, four new members were elected to the Board of Directors along with the re-election of one board member. All will serve 2-year terms. Newly elected to the RTCA Board of Directors were Mr. Chris Rocheleau (National Business Aviation Association), Mr. Robert Ireland (Airlines fo  more

DALLAS, Texas, July 11 (TNSper) -- The Security Industry Association issued the following news release: The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has named Aiden O'Brien to serve as FAST's first executive director. Created in 2020 through a partnership of Electronic Security Association (ESA) and the Security Industry Association (SIA) - the industry's leading associations - FAST connects passionate, innovative professionals with new opportunities in electronic security and life safet  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 12 (TNSper) -- The School Nutrition Association issued the following news release: The non-profit School Nutrition Association (SNA) welcomes Chris Derico, SNS, as president for the 2023-24 school year, representing SNA's 50,000 school nutrition professional members nationwide. Derico is also Child Nutrition Director for Barbour County Schools in Philippi, W.Va. Throughout his career, Derico has worked as an educator, administrator and child nutrition director, advoc  more

WASHINGTON, July 11 (TNSper) -- The Society for Science, an organization that promotes the understanding and appreciation of science and the vital role it plays in human advancement, issued the following news release: Society for Science has named Dawn Abel as its new Chief Advancement Officer, where she will be charged with providing the strategic vision and leadership necessary to support the Society's aggressive program growth priorities and long-term strategic objectives. Abel comes to the   more

ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, July 12 (TNSper) -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release on July 11, 2023: Adriane Spencer has been named executive director of St. Bonaventure University's Student Success Center, Dr. David Hilmey, interim provost, announced today. Spencer, who has worked at SBU since 2007, replaces Chris Brown, who left July 7 for a position at Bucknell. "Adriane is an outstanding addition to our academic leadership team at Bona's," Hilmey said. "I have wor  more

NEW YORK, July 12 (TNSper) -- The Space and Satellite Professionals International issued the following news release: After an election by the membership, the Board of Directors of Space & Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) welcomes four new Directors for three-year terms beginning July 1: * Julie Baker, Chief Operating Officer & Co-founder, Ursa Space Systems * Jessica Beahn, Vice President & Chief Engineer, Maxar Technologies * Chris Kinman, Chief Commercial Officer, Momentus Spac  more

ALBANY, New York, July 11 (TNSper) -- The State University of New York's University at Albany issued the following news: Following a national search, Professor Julie Novkov has been appointed dean of the University at Albany's Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy. Novkov, a professor of political science, has served as interim dean of the college since July 2021. Novkov has been an important and influential leader at Rockefeller College and UAlbany since she arrived in 2006. Jointl  more

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, July 12 (TNSper) -- The Solid Waste Association of North America issued the following news release: The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) of Silver Spring, MD is hiring a new Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer. This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative, experienced executive to grow an association and to further position it in the solid waste and resource management profession. SWANA seeks an inspirational leader to represent the Associat  more

SYRACUSE, New York, July 12 (TNSper) -- Syracuse University issued the following news: The Syracuse University Alumni Association (SUAA) Board of Directors is welcoming a new president and a diverse group of five new directors to its board this summer. After serving as the SUAA board's president-elect for the past year, Peter Gianesini '94 stepped into the role of president on July 1. Lauren Appelbaum G'06, Scott Greene '93, Wilder Leavitt '86, Alison Murray '01 and Parrish Smith '14 began thei  more

LAKELAND, Florida, July 12 (TNSper) -- Florida Polytechnic University issued the following news release: Johnnie Curls, Jr., owner and CEO of Barney's Pumps, and Alen Tomczak, a national director for digital intelligence company Cellebrite, have been named to the Florida Polytechnic University Foundation Board of Directors. The Foundation's mission is to "partner with Florida Poly to engage the community, inspire investment, and steward resources to build a world-class university." The two bus  more

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, July 11 (TNSper) -- The Mind Trust issued the following news release on July 10, 2023: The Mind Trust, an Indianapolis-based education nonprofit, today announced the creation of two new executive positions and four promotions. The two new executive roles of Chief Operating Officer & Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer establish an executive leadership structure responsive to the nonprofit's expanded priorities, rapid growth, and continued commitment to Hoo  more

WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSper) -- The Washington Post issued the following news release on July 11, 2023: The Washington Post today announced the appointment of Alex MacCallum as Chief Revenue Officer. This executive role drives The Post's revenue across advertising, partnerships and subscriptions. MacCallum comes to The Post with more than 20 years' experience launching and growing new platforms and building sustainable business models within CNN Worldwide, The New York Times and The Huffington   more

BOWIE, Maryland, July 11 (TNSper) -- The Tire Industry Association issued the following news release: * * * Long-time Treasurer Wolfe to Step Down * * * The Tire Industry Association (TIA) elected two current board members to its Executive Committee during its recent Mid-year Board Meeting. Russ Devens, of McCarthy Tire Service, who has chaired TIA's Training & Education Committee since 2020, was voted in as secretary, while TJ Trum, of Pomp's Tire Service Inc. and chair of the association'  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, July 12 (TNSper) -- Troutman Pepper, a law firm, issued the following news: Georgia Lawyers for the Arts (GLA), a nonprofit organization that provides legal assistance and educational programming to artists and arts organizations, recently announced the appointment of John Bowler, a partner in Troutman Pepper's Intellectual Property Practice Group, as President of its Board of Directors. Bowler, who has served as a Board Member for GLA since 2018, will serve as President for t  more

WASHINGTON, July 11 (TNSper) -- The Truman National Security Project issued the following news release: The Truman Center for National Policy and Truman National Security Project announce that after four and a half years as President and CEO Jenna Ben-Yehuda will be departing in August to become Executive Vice President of the Atlantic Council. Truman's Boards of Directors have voted unanimously to appoint Tripp Adams as Interim President and CEO and are commencing an executive search to selec  more

PORTLAND, Oregon, July 12 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service issued the following news release: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) has selected Bridget Fahey as the new Deputy Regional Director for the Pacific Region. Fahey's tenure will begin July 30. As deputy, Fahey will oversee the day-to-day operations of the region, which spans six times zones and includes almost 1,000 employees. During Fahey's 25-year career with the Service, she h  more

IRVING, Texas, July 11 (TNSper) -- The University of Dallas issued the following news: Affiliate Assistant Professor of Theology Jodi Hunt, Ph.D., has been appointed executive director of the Ann & Joe O. Neuhoff Institute for Ministry & Evangelization, effective July 10. Hunt holds a Ph.D. in religious education from Fordham University and has taught in UD's Theology Department since 2018. Hunt's primary research interests include practical theology and youth ministry with a special focus on   more

HOUSTON, Texas, July 11 (TNSper) -- The University of St. Thomas issued the following news release on July 10, 2023: In an announcement from Celt Athletics, the University of St. Thomas-Houston has promoted Torry Peterson to the position of Head Coach of Celt Baseball. After serving as an assistant for the previous two seasons, Peterson has earned his first head coaching position after more than 10 years in the field. "What an incredible honor it is to be chosen to lead this group of young men  more

AUSTIN, Texas, July 11 (TNSper) -- The University of Texas issued the following news release: The University of Texas at Austin has appointed Eun-Ok Im as dean of the School of Nursing. Im, who was recently the senior associate dean for research and innovation and the Edith Folsom Honeycutt Endowed Chair in the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University in Atlanta, will begin her appointment on Sept. 1. She succeeds Alexa Stuifbergen, who will step down after 14 successful year  more

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, July 12 (TNSper) -- The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio issued the following news release: Rene L. Olvera, MD, MPH, will assume duties as chairman of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio effective Sept. 1. Robert A. Hromas, MD, FACP, dean of the Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine and vice president for medical affairs at the health science center, announced   more

LARAMIE, Wyoming, July 12 (TNSper) -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Seth Glause has been named the University of Wyoming's new head rodeo coach. Glause comes to UW from Laramie County Community College (LCCC) in Cheyenne, where he has been the head rodeo coach since 2018. "Seth (Glause) has an excellent reputation as an outstanding coach and a better person," says UW Athletics Director Tom Burman. "We had a lot of people -- who worked with him and competed for hi  more

WASHINGTON, July 11 (TNSper) -- Venable, a law firm, issued the following news release: Venable LLP is pleased to announce that Valerie Cohen has joined the firm as a partner in the Commercial Litigation Practice in the New York office. Ms. Cohen is an established lawyer specializing in False Claims Act litigation, regulatory and internal investigations, and compliance redesign in the managed care reimbursement, pharmacy benefit, and drug manufacturer areas. Jessie F. Beeber, a co-chair of the  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, July 11 (TNSper) -- Vanderbilt University Medical Center issued the following news: David Stevenson Jr., PhD, MS, professor of Health Policy, has been named interim chair of the Department of Health Policy at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He succeeds Melinda Buntin, PhD, Mike Curb Professor and founding chair of the department, who has joined Johns Hopkins University to establish a Center for Health Systems and Policy Modeling. Stevenson has been a member of the D  more

VILLANOVA, Pennsylvania, July 12 (TNSper) -- Villanova University issued the following news release: Bishop Robert Francis Prevost OSA, '77 CLAS, prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops, was one of 21 new cardinals announced by Pope Francis on Sunday, July 9 at St. Peter's Square. He will be formally installed along with the other cardinal-designates on Sept. 30, during a consistory at the Vatican on the eve of the Synod of Synodality. Bishop Prevost is an alumnus of Villanova University, having e  more

WASHINGTON, July 12 (TNSper) -- The Washington Post issued the following news release on July 11, 2023: The Washington Post today announced the hiring of Vineet Khosla as Chief Technology Officer. Khosla comes to The Post from Uber, where he has been a senior engineering leader since 2018. In this executive leadership role, Vineet will serve as a senior advisor to the CEO and will lead The Post's engineering team and innovation strategy, helping to drive the company's overall vision for its tec  more

MACOMB, Illinois, July 11 (TNSper) -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: Western Illinois University Emeritus Professor T.K. Vinod has been named interim chair of the University's Department of Chemistry, effective July 1. Vinod was a professor at WIU from Fall 2006, until his retirement in Spring 2022. Prior to this time, Vinod was an associate professor at WIU from 2001-06; an assistant professor at WIU from 1997-01; an instructor at the University of Oregon fro  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, July 11 (TNSper) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: Jeff Van Doren, a lawyer with more than 30 years' experience in immigration, employment, and labor law, has been named the director of Virginia Tech's Office of Global Strategic Services, underscoring the university's commitment to strengthening its systems, staffing, and processes for attracting top talent from around the world and developing multifaceted agreements with leading global institutions. "Jeff is a   more

PALTO ALTO, California, July 12 (TNSper) -- Wilson Sonsini, a law firm, issued the following news release: Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, today announced that Meredith Krannich has joined the firm's Executive Advisory Program. Based in Wilson Sonsini's Salt Lake City, Utah, office, she will advise clients on legal, operational, and business matters in her role as an Executive Advisor. Most   more

FITZGERALD, Georgia, July 12 (TNSper) -- Wiregrass Georgia Technical College issued the following news: Zachary Sheppard has been named the new Telecommunications and Security Instructor for Wiregrass Georgia Technical College on the Ben Hill-Irwin Campus. Sheppard has over six years of experience in the Telecommunication Industry. His experience includes; installing commercial and residential camera systems, fiber optic networks, and cabling commercial buildings and residential for cameras, al  more