CLEMSON, South Carolina, Aug. 26 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * $5.25 million gift to expand the reach and impact of the Thomas F. Chapman '65 Leadership Scholars Program * Tom Chapman '65 and Karen Chapman Honorary Alumnus '18, are building on nearly two decades of investment in Clemson students with a new $5.25 million commitment to expand the Thomas F. Chapman '65 Leadership Scholars Program and strengthen its impact across the University. The Chapmans' latest gift will increase the number of students selected fo more PR

GODFREY, Illinois, Aug. 25 -- Lewis and Clark Community College posted the following news: * * * 2026 Trailblazers Men's Soccer Preview * #Trailblazers Set Sights on National Tournament in 2026 With a deeper roster, experienced leadership and lofty expectations, the Trailblazers men's soccer team is entering the 2026 season with one goal firmly in mind: reaching the NJCAA National Tournament. Head Coach John Dunn, now entering his fifth season at the helm, isn't shying away from the expectations surrounding this year's squad. "I'm going  more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Aug. 26 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * 30 years of impact: U-M unites global leaders to advance nursing The University of Michigan School of Nursing welcomed 20 nurse leaders, educators, policymakers and healthcare stakeholders from 10 countries across Latin America, the Caribbean, Asia and the Pacific for a weeklong program focused on advancing nurse practitioner education through shared learning, collaboration and global partnership. The immersive program, "Developing Advanced Practice  more PR

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Aug. 26 -- The University of South Carolina posted the following news: * * * Aaron Marterer named associate vice provost for Graduate Education * The University of South Carolina has appointed Aaron C. Marterer as associate vice provost for Graduate Education effective Sept 1. Marterer has more than 20 years of experience in higher education administration and has served the University of South Carolina in a variety of leadership roles. He has served as University Registrar since 2012 and became Interim Associate  more PR

HIGH POINT, North Carolina, Aug. 24 -- High Point University issued the following news release: * * * Acclaimed Emotional Intelligence Expert Bolsters HPU's Life Skills Focus * HIGH POINT, N.C., Aug. 24, 2026 - Dr. Annie McKee, a best-selling author who is a respected academic, speaker and advisor to top global leaders, has joined High Point University's Access to Innovators Program as HPU's Emotional Intelligence Expert in Residence. She has written books on the subject and visited the campus to work with faculty on ways to teach emotional more PR

ALBANY, Georgia, Aug. 25 -- Albany State University posted the following news: * * * Albany State University Student Darren Smith Represents 2026 BET Next Gen Ambassador Program * Media Contact: Dr. Rachel Lawrence, media@asurams.edu By: Christina Banks, Mass Communication Major and MarComm Intern, Albany State University ALBANY, Ga., August 25, 2026 -Darren J. Smith II, a junior at Albany State University (ASU), was chosen from over 2,700 applications nationwide to serve as the university's sole representative for the 2026 BET Next Gen A more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 26 -- American University issued the following AU in the News: Week of Aug. 21, 2026: * * * AU in the News: Week of August 21 Your weekly roundup of faculty expertise, student achievements, leadership perspectives, and top campus initiatives. By Conor Brodnick AU Research * Sharon Weiner, professor in the School of International Service, spoke with Forbes about the catastrophic effects of a potential global nuclear war. * Naomi Baron, professor emerita in the College of Arts and Sciences, spoke with The New York Times ab more PR

YELLOW SPRINGS, Ohio, Aug. 24 -- Antioch University posted the following news: * * * Antioch University Launches Master of Organizational Leadership and Change to Prepare Ethical, Adaptive Leaders for a Changing World * This fully online program equips professionals to navigate complexity, technological change, and global challenges. Antioch University announces the launch of its new Master of Organizational Leadership and Change, an innovative graduate degree designed to prepare professionals to lead organizations, teams, and communities  more PR

CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 25 -- Austin Peay State University posted the following news: * * * APSU's Woodward Library receives nearly $100K in federal funding to support digital archives * The Felix G. Woodward Library at Austin Peay State University. | Photo by Ally Shemwell CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. -Austin Peay State University's Felix G. Woodward Library recently received a $99,999 Community-Centered Implementation Grant from the Institute of Museum & Library Services (IMLS) National Leadership Grants for Libraries program, one of the nati more PR

YUMA, Arizona, Aug. 27 -- Arizona Western College issued the following news: * * * Hector Zepeda receives national award from US Department of Energy Arizona Western College student Hector Zepeda has been announced as the national winner of the 2026 Emerging Leader Award through the US Department of Energy Expansion Industrial Training and Assessment Center (ITAC). The award honors a student in their first year who excels in leadership roles, takes initiative, and demonstrates skill. Last year, Zepeda participated in the ITAC at AWC, makin more PR

FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida, Aug. 25 -- Nova Southeastern University issued the following news release: * * * Barry E. Somerstein Promoted to Executive Vice President and General Counsel at NSU Nova Southeastern University (NSU) has promoted Barry E. Somerstein, J.D., to Executive Vice President and General Counsel. Somerstein previously served as Vice President and General Counsel and has been a key member of the university's leadership team since joining NSU in July 2025. With nearly five decades of experience spanning corporate, finance, re more PR

LEWISTON, Maine, Aug. 29 -- Bates College issued the following news: * * * Bates President Garry W. Jenkins selected for prestigious Presidential Fellowship By Meredith McCarroll Bates College President Garry W. Jenkins has been selected as a member of the second cohort of the Washington, D.C.-based Aspen Institute's Aspen-Kern Presidential Leadership Fellowship. The fellowship, offered through the Aspen-Kern Program for Leadership and Character in Higher Education, is designed to support and enhance the leadership of new college presidents more PR

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Aug. 28 -- Bennett College issued the following news: * * * Bennett College Awarded $47,800 Educating Character Initiative Capacity-Building Grant to Launch Civil Rights Leadership Course Hayes and Bookman to Lead Experiential Study of Civil Rights, Character, and Leadership - Bennett College has received a $47,800 Educating Character Initiative Capacity-Building Grant from the Educating Character Initiative, a project of The Program for Leadership and Character at Wake Forest University, to develop a new experi more PR

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 24 -- Tennessee State University posted the following news: * * * Beyond the classroom, TSU's Dr. Kisha Bryan-Jordan to Shape Global Education in Vietnam as Fulbright Scholar * NASHVILLE, Tenn. (TSU News Service) - When Dr. Kisha Bryan-Jordan was a young girl growing up in St. Helena Island, South Carolina, her professional aspirations didn't shift with the visual trends of the day. While others cycled through dynamic career goals, her destination remained resolute: she wanted to be a teacher. Now an associate pr more PR

GETTYSBURG, Pennsylvania, Aug. 29 -- Gettysburg College issued the following news: * * * Bob Ortenzio '79 invests in the future of Gettysburg women's wrestling A $1 million commitment from Bob Ortenzio '79 to endow the women's wrestling head coaching position will provide lasting leadership for one of Gettysburg's newest sports. This endowment will expand opportunities for student-athletes and help the College build a nationally competitive program grounded in ambition, stability, and long-term support. Bob Ortenzio '79 understands the appe more PR

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Aug. 22 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following Q&A on Aug. 21, 2026, involving Nancy H. Wagner, president of the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing Alumni Association: * * * A Conversation with Alumni Association President Nancy Wagner How a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from CWRU impacted her nursing career Story by: Amanda Brower For Nancy H. Wagner (NUR '09), DNP, RN, CNE, earning her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing served as a pivotal milestone that reshap more PR

NEW ALBANY, Indiana, Aug. 28 -- Indiana University Southeast campus posted the following news: * * * Chancellor Debbie Ford honored with 2026 Wilson Wyatt Alumni Fellow Award IU Southeast Chancellor Debbie Ford has been named a 2026 Wilson Wyatt Alumni Fellow for the College of Education and Human Development by the University of Louisville. For more than four decades, these prestigious awards have recognized distinguished graduates whose professional achievements, leadership, service and commitment to their communities reflect the very be more PR

TROY, Alabama, Aug. 25 -- Troy University issued the following news: * * * Chancellor, Trustees Announce Revised Leadership Transition Timeline * After 38 years leading Troy University, Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr. will conclude his service as Chancellor on June 30, 2027, under a revised timeline designed to align the University's leadership transition at the start of the 2027-2028 academic year. Last year, Dr. Hawkins and the Troy University Board of Trustees announced he would serve as Chancellor through Dec. 31, 2027. Dr. Hawkins said the revi more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 25 -- City Colleges of Chicago posted the following news: * * * City Colleges of Chicago Partners with The Citizen Service to Provide Training in Leadership and No-Blame Problem Solving * "The goal is for students and community members to put the training to work for a better Chicago." CHICAGO - (August 25, 2026) - City Colleges of Chicago and The Citizen Service today announced a partnership to offer its students, staff and the broader community the opportunity to be trained in no-blame, pragmatic problem-solving s more PR

DEKALB, Illinois, Aug. 24 -- Northern Illinois University issued the following news: * * * College launches Journal of Applied Educational Research and Evaluation * August 24, 2026 Mark McGowan enewsletter, Research/Faculty The NIU College of Education has unveiled the open-access, online Journal of Applied Educational Research and Evaluation (JAERE) to publish scholars of all levels throughout the university and beyond. JAERE focuses on high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship that bridges research, practice and policy across educational  more PR

ABINGTON, Pennsylvania, Aug. 29 -- Pennsylvania State University Abington campus issued the following news: * * * Conference reappoints Penn State Abington athletics director to leadership team By Regina Broscius Erin Foley, director of Athletics, Intramurals and Recreation at Penn State Abington, will return to serve another term as vice chair of the United East Conference's athletic directors for the 2026-27 academic year. Foley's appointment places the campus in a key leadership position within the NCAA Division III conference and refle more PR

DALTON, Georgia, Aug. 24 -- Dalton State College issued the following news: * * * Dalton State welcomes two endowed chairs to advance STEM and classical education Dalton State College has selected two accomplished educators to serve in endowed chair positions that will advance innovation in STEM and help prepare the next generation of teachers through classical education. Asaf Varol has been named the Shaw Industries Chair in STEM, and Cristian R. Aquino-Sterling has been selected as the inaugural Keith & Lynn Whitworth Distinguished Chair i more PR

HANOVER, New Hampshire, Aug. 27 -- Dartmouth College issued the following news: * * * President Beilock to Receive Outstanding Leadership Award The Class of 1964/2014 James Wright '64a Outstanding Leadership Award is given annually. - Each year, the Classes of 1964 and 2014 jointly select a member of the Dartmouth community to receive the The Class of 1964/2014 James Wright '64a Outstanding Leadership Award. This year's recipient is President Sian Leah Beilock. "The award recognizes responsible leadership in the ongoing life of the insti more PR

MISSOULA, Montana, Aug. 25 -- The University of Montana posted the following news release: * * * Dawn of the Deans: UM Starts Semester With 3 New College Administrators * The new administrators are Michael Lynn, dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences; Leslie Rissler, dean of the College of Science; and Jenn Snow, dean of the Phyllis J. Washington College of Education. "It's a new day at UM, with a major injection of fresh ideas and leadership," UM Provost Adrea Lawrence said. "These colleges are in good hands with these hire more PR

SHIPPENSBURG, Pennsylvania, Aug. 27 -- Shippensburg University posted the following news: * * * Decker Murray earns second place in Army training while responding to emergencies in the community * Criminal justice major, Decker Murray, recently earned the Commandant's distinction as the second-best soldier in his Advanced Individual Training (AIT) class. He was awarded this honor based on his performance on 74D CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear) tests, physical fitness and leadership. Murray completed Basic Combat Train more PR

MADISON, Wisconsin, Aug. 27 -- Madison Area Technical College posted the following news: * * * Dr. Sylvia Ramirez honored for financial leadership at Madison College * Dr. Sylvia Ramirez was named a top financial leader by In Business Madison this month, recognizing her leadership in guiding Madison College's financial operations and supporting its long-term success. The award recognizes top financial professionals for their contributions to their organizations' growth, vitality and future. Ramirez, Madison College's executive vice presi more PR

SOCORRO, New Mexico, Aug. 27 -- New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology issued the following news: * * * Dr. Taffeta Elliott Receives New Mexico Tech's Distinguished Service Award Dr. Taffeta Elliott, Associate Professor and Chair of the Communication, Liberal Arts, and Social Sciences (CLASS) Department,has been named the recipient of the Faculty Distinguished Service Award for her exceptional contributions to New Mexico Tech and the surrounding community. Serving as a faculty member since 2015, Dr. Elliott has demonstrated administ more PR

CHICOPEE, Massachusetts, Aug. 24 -- Elms College posted the following news: * * * Elms College awarded over $350k Institutional Impact Grant * Elms College received over $350k in a grant from the Educating Character Initiative, a project of The Program for Leadership and Character at Wake Forest University, to support the transformation and expansion of its First-Year Seminar program. This grant will support the creation of a more comprehensive experience that helps students successfully transition to college while establishing a foundation more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 27 -- Emory University School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * Fall semester brings new faculty, cutting-edge programs and more to Emory Leigh DeLozier As the new academic year gets underway, the nine schools that comprise Emory University have big plans -- from welcoming new deans and faculty members to organizing special events and introducing new programs of study. Here's a roundup of incoming class stats and other things to come, as listed by each school. Candler School of Theology Incoming class:  more PR

AMES, Iowa, Aug. 28 -- Iowa State University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences posted the following news: * * * Empowering leaders through CALS Staff Champions Program * The CALS Staff Champions Program is a cohort-based professional development initiative designed to cultivate informed, engaged and forward-thinking staff leaders within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Launched in 2023, the program brings together a select group of staff participants each year to deepen their understanding of the college's mission, opera more PR

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Aug. 27 -- The University of Tennessee Health Science Center posted the following news: * * * Experienced Human Resources Leader Tapped for Top HR Position at UT Health Sciences * Paul D. Thomas, a senior human resources executive with 30 years of leadership in higher education and corporate environments, has been named the associate vice chancellor for Human Resources at the University of Tennessee Health Sciences. He assumes the role Sept. 1. Thomas served as the associate vice president for Administration and Finance more PR

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Aug. 26 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news: * * * Faculty Leadership Academy Strengthens Kentucky State Faculty Members' Capacity to Lead * Johnathan Rogers and Gary Cornett complete yearlong statewide leadership-development program FRANKFORT, Ky. -Effective faculty leadership can strengthen academic quality, encourage collaboration, and help institutions navigate a rapidly changing higher education landscape. Two Kentucky State University faculty members are returning to that work with new skills, more PR

MONACA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 29 -- Pennsylvania State University Beaver campus issued the following news: * * * Fathers inspire couple's volunteerism and philanthropy at Penn State Beaver A Delaware couple's family ties have led to campus leadership and new scholarship - Penn State alumna Kate Becker and her husband, Graham Becker, of Wilmington, Delaware, have made giving back -- and giving back to Penn State -- a family tradition. For Kate, the importance of being an active member of the community was a lesson she learned at an early age more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 26 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * Five new members elected to UChicago's Board of Trustees * The University of Chicago's Board of Trustees has elected five new members: Wei Cai, AM'95, MBA'95; David Foley; Stephanie Rada Zocco, AB'88; Imran Siddiqui, AB'96, AM'96; and Konstantin Sokolov, MBA'05. They began their five-year terms in May 2026. "We are pleased to welcome Wei, David, Stephanie, Imran and Konstantin to the Board," said David M. Rubenstein, JD'73, chair of the Board of Truste more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Aug. 26 -- University of Virginia Health posted the following news release: * * * Forbes Ranks UVA Health Among Best Employers for Women * UVA Health has been rated the No. 1 employer for women among Virginia health systems and No. 4 among all Virginia employers by national business publication Forbes. Nationally, UVA Health is ranked No. 20 among health systems and No. 120 overall on Forbes's 2026 list of America's Best Employers for Women. "Hundreds of women across UVA Health provide leadership in roles rangin more PR

JONESBORO, Arkansas, Aug. 27 -- Arkansas State University posted the following news: * * * Four A-State Graduates to be Recognized as Emerging Young Alumni * JONESBORO - The 2026 recipients of the Emerging Young Alumni (EYA) Award at Arkansas State University have been announced by the A-State Alumni Association and Student Philanthropy Council. This marks the eighth year of the recognition program honoring Arkansas State's outstanding young alumni. Those selected as Emerging Young Alumni are individuals who, through professional achieveme more PR

FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, Aug. 27 -- The University of Arkansas Walton College of Business posted the following news: * * * Four U of A Faculty Named SEC Academic Leadership Development Program Fellows * Four U of A faculty members have been named fellows of the 2026 Southeastern Conference Academic Leadership Development Program (SEC ALDP). The fellows are: * Matthew Clay, associate dean for academic affairs and professor of mathematical sciences in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences; * Carrie M. McDermott, executive director and more PR

FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, Aug. 28 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news: * * * Four U of A Faculty Named SEC Academic Leadership Development Program Fellows Four U of A faculty members have been named fellows of the 2026 Southeastern Conference Academic Leadership Development Program (SEC ALDP). The fellows are: * Matthew Clay, associate dean for academic affairs and professor of mathematical sciences in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences; * Carrie M. McDermott, executive director and George M. and Boyce W. Billings more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 27 -- Franklin University issued the following news release: * * * Franklin University Launches Business Analytics and Organizational Leadership Specializations in M.S. in Human Resource Management * Sherry Mercurio Executive Director, Office of Community Relations (614) 947-6581 Email: sherry.mercurio@franklin.edu New online specializations prepare HR professionals to use workforce data, lead organizational change and connect people strategy to business performance Franklin University has expanded its onli more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 25 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU helps shape national AI conversations at Google headquarters * Florida State University brought its approach to artificial intelligence in teaching and learning to national higher education conversations this summer, including back-to-back gatherings at Google's North American headquarters in New York City. Paul Marty, professor in the School of Information within the College of Communication and Information and associate vice provost for Academi more PR

ITHACA, New York, Aug. 24 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Gabriella Carini named CHESS director as facility readies for the future * Gabriella Carini, associate laboratory director for discovery technologies at Brookhaven National Laboratory, has been appointed director of the Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source (CHESS) and professor in the Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering in the Cornell Duffield College of Engineering. She will begin Oct. 1. Carini, who has held leadership positions at the Br more PR

PEMBROKE, North Carolina, Aug. 26 -- The University of North Carolina-Pembroke posted the following news: * * * Get to Know Elijah Griffin: UNCP's 2026-27 SGA President * When Elijah Griffin arrived at UNC Pembroke as a freshman, he wasn't exactly sure what his college experience would look like. He knew he wanted to study broadcasting and eventually pursue a career in political commentary. He also knew he wanted to get involved. He did just that. Four years later, Griffin has become a familiar face across campus through student governmen more PR

WAUSAU, Wisconsin, Aug. 27 -- The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point posted the following news release: * * * Gift creates visionary program in the UW-Stevens Point Sentry School of Business and Economics * A major gift from the McPartland Family Foundation will drive the creation of a Future Leaders Program through the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Sentry School of Business and Economics. The McPartland Family Foundation will support a new, highly experiential program beginning this fall for a select group of Sentry School stud more PR

ST. AUGUSTINE, Florida, Aug. 28 -- Flagler College posted the following news: * * * Going Above and Beyond: Flagler Honors Five Employees with 2026 President's Awards * Mike Pepe, Chanzy Mitchell, Iliana Vargas, Vernita Bowens, and Trent Theobald received the 2025-26 President's Awards, Flagler's highest annual recognition for staff members. The President's Award recognizes employee contributions that advance Flagler College's mission through "excellence, leadership, innovation, service, and results." "In many ways, the President's Awar more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Aug. 25 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news: * * * Grant expands Nebraska U's 9/11 remembrance into a month of service By Troy Fedderson, University Communication and Marketing The University of Nebraska-Lincoln's longstanding tradition of remembering Sept. 11 through service is providing a foundation for a month of expanded service opportunities surrounding the 25th anniversary of the attacks. Andrew Brown, assistant director of community engagement in the Student Leadership, Involvement and Communi more PR

JONESBORO, Arkansas, Aug. 25 -- Arkansas State University posted the following news: * * * Hammaker Receives Jordan Smith Undergraduate Fellowship * JONESBORO - A tradition continues at Arkansas State University, as student Samantha (Sami) Hammaker received the Jordan Smith Undergraduate Fellowship. She joins a list of Red Wolves awarded the honor. Hammaker, a junior psychology major from Cabot, was one of five students from across the country selected for the fellowship. The program focuses on boosting leadership skills and the knowledge more PR

HANNIBAL, Missouri, Aug. 26 -- Hannibal-LaGrange University posted the following news release: * * * Hannibal-LaGrange University Announces Athletic Leadership Appointments * Hannibal-LaGrange University is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Wright as Director of Athletics and Jason Durst as Associate Director of Athletics, effective September 1, 2026. Together, these longtime Trojan leaders bring decades of experience in coaching, athletic administration, recruiting, student development, fundraising, and Christian higher educatio more PR

HEMPSTEAD, New York, Aug. 25 -- Hofstra University issued the following news: * * * Hofstra Faculty Named Fellows of National Strength and Conditioning Association Lindsey Angioletti Adam Gonzalez, professor of allied health and kinesiology, and Jamie Ghigiarelli, professor of allied health and kinesiology and chair, have earned one of the National Strength and Conditioning Association's distinguished professional honors, recognizing their leadership and contributions to the fields of exercise and sports science. The fellowship designation more PR

NIAGARA FALLS, New York, Aug. 25 -- Niagara University posted the following news: * * * Holzschuh College of Business Administration Drives Regional Impact with Best-in-Class 'BNP GROW' Program * Niagara University's Holzschuh College of Business Administration is continuing its work to develop leadership talent across Western New York. Through a collaboration with the Buffalo Niagara Partnership (BNP), the college successfully concluded its past two cohorts of BNP GROW, empowering about 50 rising leaders from numerous and diverse Western N more PR

ORANGE, California, Aug. 26 -- Chapman University posted the following news: * * * Inaugural Marymount Scholars Officially Join the Chapman Family August 26, 2026 * The inaugural Marymount Scholars gathered this summer, marking their first official welcome to campus. The ten students are the first cohort of a partnership between Chapman University and the Marymount Education Foundation. The program pairs scholarship support with mentorship, academic coaching and career development, a whole-student approach both Chapman and the Marymount Edu more PR

MADISON, Wisconsin, Aug. 24 -- The University of Wisconsin posted the following news: * * * Inoway-Ronnie made an imprint on Bascom, UW-Madison * Eden Inoway-Ronnie retires after nearly 30 years as chief of staff to UW-Madison's provosts -capping a career defined by institutional knowledge, consensus-building, and steady counsel through changing leadership and challenges. By John Lucas August 24, 2026 Share this article #Share * Facebook * X (Twitter) * LinkedIn * Email Back in 2015, carpenters were installing new hardwood  more PR

TOLEDO, Ohio, Aug. 28 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news: * * * Institute to Kick Off Fall Series with Exploration of Free Speech * The University of Toledo's Institute of American Constitutional Thought and Leadership will tease out the limits of free speech in two faculty-led events next week. Nathan Goetting will kick off the Institute's Fall Colloquium Series with a discussion on whether even the most radical and dangerous ideas deserve protection at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1, in the Law Center's Shumaker, Loop & Ke more PR

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 26 -- Johnson C. Smith University issued the following news: * * * JCSU College Of Business And Professional Studies Announces New Department Chair Appointments, Effective Fall 2026 By: Dr. Alphonso O. Ogbuehi The College of Business and Professional Studies at Johnson C. Smith University is pleased to announce two leadership appointments, effective Fall 2026. Dr. Judith D. Crocker-Billingsley, Associate Professor of Social Work, has been appointed Chair of the Department of Social Work, and Dr. Robert R. Lin more PR

NEWARK, New Jersey, Aug. 25 -- The New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Kathleen Byington Appointed Interim CFO at NJIT New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) has appointed Kathleen M. Byington as interim senior vice president and chief financial officer, effective September 1, 2026. Byington comes to NJIT with an abundance of leadership experience in higher education finance, administration, and business operations. During the last 25+ years, she has served as Vice President of Finance and Assistant Treas more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Aug. 26 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * Kathryn Keeton to join Howard Energy Partners in learning & development leadership role * Dr. Kathryn Keeton, vice president for presidential initiatives and chief of staff at UT San Antonio, will leave the university in September to join Howard Energy Partners as vice president of learning and development. Keeton has served in senior leadership roles in the Office of the President, first at UT Health San Antonio and most recently at UT San  more PR

MELBOURNE, Arkansas, Aug. 25 -- Ozarka College posted the following news: * * * Kim Lovelace Named Ozarka College 2026 Staff of the Year * Ozarka College is proud to announce Kim Lovelace, Dean of the Mountain View Campus, as the College's 2026 Staff of the Year. Lovelace has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to Ozarka College, its students, and the communities it serves. Through her leadership at the Mountain View campus, she plays an important role in supporting students, strengthening campus operations, and advancing Ozarka's miss more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 25 -- The Georgia Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Lara Hodgson Named Executive Director of New Startup Accelerator at Georgia Tech Accelerator to begin delivering on its mission to support emerging startups with the resources and infrastructure to scale into businesses - Lara Hodgson has been named the inaugural executive director of the new startup accelerator at Georgia Tech. Under Hodgson's leadership, the accelerator will begin delivering on its mission to support emerging startups with  more PR

MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 28 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * A Legacy of Transforming Medical Education: Dr. Latha Chandran Retires from the Miller School of Medicine * After leading the NextGenMD curriculum, faculty development programs and major educational initiatives, Latha Chandran, M.D., M.P.H., M.B.A., steps down from her Miller School leadership roles while leaving a foundation for future students, educators and physician leaders. After a distinguished career shaping future physician more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The University of the District of Columbia posted the following news: * * * Lewis Johnson Joins UDC as Chief Research Officer * The University of the District of Columbia welcomes Lewis Johnson as its new chief research officer. An accomplished physicist and research leader, Johnson brings more than two decades of experience in STEM education and academic leadership, with firsthand insight into the needs of faculty and student researchers. UDC's research enterprise has grown significantly in recent years, as highligh more PR

LYNCHBURG, Virginia, Aug. 26 -- Liberty University issued the following news release: * * * Liberty University, U.S. Navy and Marine Corps establish NROTC program Liberty University has announced plans to train students for the high honor of serving their country through the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC). The partnership will take students from the classroom to commissioned officers in the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps upon graduation. Applicants selected for NROTC will receive military and leadership training in addition to co more PR

CLEMSON, South Carolina, Aug. 28 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * Longtime Student Affairs administrator George Smith retiring Aug. 31 * George Smith, senior associate vice president in the Division of Student Affairs, is retiring effective Monday, Aug. 31. A 1982 Clemson alumnus, Smith has served his alma mater for more than 30 years -all with Student Affairs. Smith has served in administration since 2007 and has been a senior-level advisor for four different vice presidents. His leadership included the division's bu more PR

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, Aug. 25 -- Loyola University posted the following news release: * * * Loyola University New Orleans Welcomes Deidre Deculus Robert to Vice President, General Counsel and Director of Government Affairs * NEW ORLEANS -Loyola University New Orleans has named Deidre Deculus Robert Vice President, General Counsel and Director of Government Affairs, bringing an accomplished Louisiana attorney, executive and public servant to the university's senior leadership team. Robert's distinguished career spans higher education, fed more PR

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, Aug. 25 -- The University of New Orleans issued the following news release: * * * LSU New Orleans Professor Receives Best Paper Award at 2026 ICHRIE Global Conference Han Chen, Ph.D., associate professor in the Lester E. Kabacoff School of Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism at LSU New Orleans, received the Best Paper Award at the 2026 ICHRIE Global Conference, held July 15-17 in Las Vegas. The award recognized Chen's research, "Can Humble Leadership Enhance Hospitality Employees' Psychological Well-Being? The Moderating R more PR

BRIDGEPORT, Connecticut, Aug. 26 -- The University of Bridgeport posted the following news: * * * MBA vs. MPA: Which Graduate Degree Should You Choose? * So you're considering graduate school. The data is in; it's well worth the investment. Now, deciding which graduate program is the best fit for your professional goals? That's no easy task. Many prospective graduate students struggle to decide between a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and a Master of Public Administration (MPA) because they lack an understanding of key differences more PR

CLINTON, Mississippi, Aug. 26 -- Mississippi Christian University posted the following news: * * * MC's fall 2026 Chapel lineup helps students 'reorient their hearts and minds toward Christ' * Mississippi Christian University's fall 2026 Chapel speaker schedule features local church pastors, notable seminary leaders, church planters and authors to help students integrate their faith with academic life. "Chapel offers an opportunity to be refreshed in the middle of the week as our campus comes together for worship and the teaching of God's  more PR

GOLDEN, Colorado, Aug. 26 -- Colorado School of Mines posted the following news: * * * Meet the 2026-27 AI@Mines Faculty Champions and Faculty Advisory Board * Preparing the next generation of engineers and scientists means preparing them to work, lead and solve complex problems in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence. Through the AI@Mines leadership team, Colorado School of Mines is integrating AI into the undergraduate educational experience in ways that reflect how technology is transforming engineering, science and in more PR

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 28 -- Michigan State University College of Social Science posted the following news: * * * Women's Leadership Institute announces new addition for 2026-27 school year The Michigan State University Women's Leadership Institute (WLI) recently announced the addition of Rebecca Paalman to its Executive Board. Paalman joins an accomplished group of women serving in a variety of leadership roles across the corporate and professional world. Board members provide unique support to undergraduates participating in the WLI  more PR

MOREHEAD, Kentucky, Aug. 27 -- Morehead State University issued the following news: * * * Morehead State's Allie Bush selected for BRIGHT Kentucky Leadership Program A proud Morehead State University alum and staff member was selected for one of the state's notable leadership programs. Allie Bush (Class of 2022), assistant director for annual giving in the Office of Alumni Relations & Development at MSU, has been selected to participate in the BRIGHT Kentucky Leadership Program. This competitive leadership initiative prepares emerging leade more PR

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 24 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * MSU Student Affairs names new leadership for next chapter * The Michigan State University Division of Student Affairs has long served as a vital cornerstone of the MSU community. It is a division dedicated to fostering holistic growth, well-being and vibrant connections, hosting a wide range of student-facing entities -the Office of Multicultural Enrichment and Advocacy, or OMEA; the MSU Union; Impact 89FM; and the Gender and Sexuality Campus Cente more PR

DUBUQUE, Iowa, Aug. 24 -- The University of Dubuque posted the following news release: * * * New MAI/OP Program Prepares Students for Service, Leadership, and Transformation in the Workplace * DUBUQUE, Iowa - The University of Dubuque has received official approval from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) to offer a master of arts in industrial and organizational psychology. Launching this fall, the program will prepare students for professional service, leadership, and transformation in the workplace through the study of hiring and select more PR

FREDERICKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 24 -- The University of Mary Washington issued the following news: * * * New School Year Brings New Opportunities to UMW By Sarah Hertz Mahoney University of Mary Washington Eagles have even more ways to spread their wings this fall, with new undergraduate offerings spanning the arts, sciences and humanities joining more than 100 majors, minors and programs already available. Two new graduate programs address regional workforce needs, while new leadership, resources and upgraded spaces create even more opportu more PR

WICHITA, Kansas, Aug. 25 -- Newman University posted the following news: * * * Newman welcomes Megan Chambers as dean of students * Newman University announced Megan Chambers as the new dean of students on Aug. 17, marking the beginning of a new chapter for student life on campus. Chambers, who emerged as the top choice following a nationwide search of more than 120 applicants, brings more than a decade of experience in student affairs, enrollment and corporate leadership to the role. "Through every step of the process, Megan stood out f more PR

GARY, Indiana, Aug. 29 -- The Indiana University Northwest campus issued the following news wrap up entitled "Notes of Distinction: News from around IU Northwest - August 2026": * * * Notes of Distinction: News from around IU Northwest | August 2026 IU Northwest athletics administrators appointed to NAIA leadership roles - Two IU Northwest athletics administrators have been selected for national leadership positions with the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). Robyn Griffin, assistant director of athletics for commun more PR

FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida, Aug. 27 -- Nova Southeastern University issued the following news release: * * * Nova Southeastern University Accelerates Global Ocean Strategy with Appointment of Jason Box and Refitting of a Global Research Vessel Jason Box, Ph.D., an internationally renowned climate scientist and Arctic expert, has been appointed vice president for ocean intelligence and global exploration and professor of climatology and oceanography in the Halmos College of Arts & Sciences at Nova Southeastern University. Box will provide stra more PR

MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 26 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Dr. Oliver F. Adunka Named Chair of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine * A globally recognized physician-scientist and leader in hearing science, Oliver F. Adunka, M.D., MBA, brings a track record of innovation, NIH-funded research and academic leadership. After a comprehensive national search, the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine has appointed Oliver F. Adunka, M. more PR

MISENHEIMER, North Carolina, Aug. 27 -- Pfeiffer University posted the following news: * * * Outdoor Leadership and Education Emerges as Major with Support from Alcoa Grant * At the start of the fall semester, on Aug. 24, Pfeiffer University began offering Outdoor Education and Leadership with support from a grant from the Alcoa Foundation. The new major aims to provide students with a launchpad for careers in outdoor-industry fields such as park management, adventure guiding, recreation, and environmental education. The Alcoa Foundation g more PR

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Aug. 26 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Penn State Smeal welcomes 16 new faculty members * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -The Penn State Smeal College of Business has welcomed 16 new faculty members for the 2026-27 academic year, bringing with them a wide depth of both academic and executive leadership experience. Sheiva Ansary, Fred Asante, Siddharth Bhambhwani, Brigham Brau, Robin Kramer and Rimmy Tomy have joined the Department of Accounting. Ansary is a Schreyer Honors College g more PR

MALIBU, California, Aug. 28 -- Pepperdine University issued the following news: * * * Pepperdine Joins African Leadership in Kenya for Historic Justice Summit and New Global Partnership Jessica Curtis-Castillo Chief justices representing 15 African nations, traditional community elders, and executive leadership from Pepperdine University gathered in Kenya for a historic convening this June. The third annual Africa Chief Justices' Alternative Dispute Resolution Forum (ACJADRF) Summit centered on the theme: "A Justice System that Serves, List more PR

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Aug. 24 -- Ivy Tech Community College posted the following news: * * * Pike County Leadership Lunch & Learns Planned * The Pike County Chamber of Commerce and the Elmer Buchta Technology Center are partnering with Ivy+ Career Link at Ivy Tech Community College, to offer a series of Leadership Lunch & Learn Sessions this fall. The sessions, which will be held at the Elmer Buchta Technology Center, are designed for employers, community members, and partner organizations, to develop skillsets of good leaders. All sess more PR

WINTER HAVEN, Florida, Aug. 24 -- Polk State College posted the following news: * * * Polk State College District Board of Trustees elects leadership for 2026-2027 * The Polk State College District Board of Trustees elected its 2026-2027 leadership during its Monday meeting, where Ann Barnhart completed her service as Chair. Greg Littleton, who served as Vice Chair, was elected as the new Chair, and Steve Lester was elected as Vice Chair. They serve alongside members Immediate Past Chair Barnhart, Ashley Bell Barnett, Kyle Davis, Cindy Har more PR

PRINCETON, New Jersey, Aug. 29 -- Princeton University School of Public and International Affairs issued the following news: * * * SPIAccolades -- August 2026 Princeton SPIA Faculty Advance Global AI Governance, Interdisciplinary Science, and International Collaboration By Giulia Bhatia Aleksandra Korolova, an assistant professor of computer science and public affairs, has been elected to the new council of the International Association for Safe and Ethical Artificial Intelligence (IASEAI). She previously served on IASEAI's interim council more PR

PRINCETON, New Jersey, Aug. 26 -- Princeton University issued the following news: * * * Princeton to lead major federally funded institute to unlock quantum computing challenges By Scott Lyon, Office of Engineering Communications The U.S. National Science Foundation announced today that Princeton University will lead one of eight major initiatives to accelerate the development of quantum computing. The Princeton-led Quantum Leap Challenge Institute will devise techniques for fabricating hardware and develop education and workforce training more PR

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa, Aug. 27 -- The University of Northern Iowa posted the following news release: * * * Principal and alum Robin Foster receives UNI Educational Leadership Legacy Award * WELLMAN, Iowa \- Robin Foster, principal of West Elementary, part of the Mid-Prairie Community School District, has received the 2026 UNI Educational Leadership Legacy Award from the University of Northern Iowa. Considered one of the UNI College of Education's most prestigious honors, the annual award recognizes a graduate of the UNI principalship, superint more PR

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Aug. 26 -- The University of Baltimore posted the following news: * * * Prof. David Lingelbach Continues Exploration of the Phenomenon of Oligarchy in Latest Book * #'Oligarchs are uncertainty navigators' Taking a closer look at the modern worldwide phenomenon of oligarchical power and what it portends, University of Baltimore Prof. David Lingelbach and his co-author, Valentina Rodriguez Guerra, have published a second book on the topic, called Games Without Thrones: 8 Leadership Lessons from Oligarchs. It's the follo more PR

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, Aug. 26 -- Samford University issued the following news release: * * * Samford School of Education Honors Alumni and Friends at 2026 Learning for Life Awards Dinner * Samford University's Orlean Beeson School of Education hosted its annual Learning for Life Awards Dinner on Aug. 19, honoring alumni and friends whose leadership and service made a meaningful impact on the lives of others. Since 2015, the school has recognized distinguished individuals who exemplify leadership in classrooms, school administration, churche more PR

ORANGEBURG, South Carolina, Aug. 24 -- South Carolina State University posted the following news: * * * SC State announces Forty Under 40 Class of 2026 * Young alumni recognized for professional achievement, leadership, service and commitment to their alma mater ORANGEBURG, S.C. -A new generation of Bulldogs is carrying South Carolina State University's influence into professions and communities across the nation as members of the university's Forty Under 40 Class of 2026. Established in 2019, SC State's Forty Under 40 Alumni Achievement more PR

HATTIESBURG, Mississippi, Aug. 24 -- The University of Southern Mississippi posted the following news: * * * School of Leadership Announces New Names and Updates for Human Capital Development Graduate Programs * Troy Simpson, LaSandra Kelly and Babatunde Adebayo - current Ph.D. students in the School of Leadership The University of Southern Mississippi's School of Leadership will introduce new names and updated curricula for its Human Capital Development graduate programs beginning in Fall 2026. The Master of Science in Human Capital Dev more PR

BROOKINGS, South Dakota, Aug. 26 -- South Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * SDSU student affairs professionals recognized with distinguished contributor award from Chi Sigma Alpha * Three South Dakota State University professionals were recently honored with the Distinguished Contributor Award from Chi Sigma Alpha International Honor Society for Student Affairs in recognition of their outstanding contributions, leadership and commitment to student success. The SDSU chapter of Chi Sigma Alpha selected Jody Owen, senio more PR

SEMINOLE, Oklahoma, Aug. 27 -- Seminole State College posted the following news: * * * SSC Announces New President's Leadership Class * Seminole State College has selected 23 freshmen students for Class XX of the President's Leadership Class. The leadership students, along with their parents and guardians, attended a welcome reception at the Jasmine Moran Children's Museum on Tuesday, Aug. 25. The event introduced students to the program's emphasis on leadership, community involvement and service. During the reception, SSC President Lana  more PR

ST. MARY'S CITY, Maryland, Aug. 27 -- St. Mary's College of Maryland issued the following statement on Aug. 26, 2026, by President Rhonda Phillips announcing Sharief Hashim as vice president for athletics and recreation: * * * Announcing Sharief Hashim as VP for Athletics and Recreation Dear Campus Community, Please help me welcome Sharief Hashim as the new Vice President for Athletics and Recreation at St. Mary's College of Maryland, effective Oct. 5. In this role, Sharief will report directly to me and serve as a member of the President's more PR

ROCHESTER, Michigan, Aug. 24 -- Oakland University posted the following news: * * * Students invited to apply for Oakland University's Keeper of the Dream Scholarship * Oakland University students who are making a difference on campus and in their communities are invited to apply for the 2027 Keeper of the Dream Scholarship Awards. Scholarships ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 are available to students who have demonstrated strong citizenship, scholarship and leadership in breaking down cultural stereotypes and promoting interracial understa more PR

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Aug. 24 -- The University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * Swanson School of Engineering Launches "Leadership Conversations" * The University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering is introducing "Leadership Conversations," a speaker series exploring the experiences, decisions, partnerships, and challenges that shape leadership in research and academia. The new series is presented by the Swanson School's Office of the Associate Dean for Faculty Development. On Tuesd more PR

WEATHERFORD, Oklahoma, Aug. 28 -- Southwestern Oklahoma State University posted the following news release: * * * SWOSU Professor Todd Wiggen Earns National Leadership Award * Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) Professor Todd Wiggen has been selected as the 2026 recipient of the Susan R. Komives Collaborative Leadership Award. The national award recognizes a leadership educator whose work across campuses and organizations improves leadership programs, teaching and student experiences. Wiggen is a professor of management and lea more PR

ATHENS, Tennessee, Aug. 27 -- Tennessee Wesleyan University posted the following news: * * * Tennessee Wesleyan Bids Farewell to Director of Athletics Donny Mayfield After 27 Years of Service * Tennessee Wesleyan University celebrates the remarkable career of Vice President and Director of Athletics Donny Mayfield as he prepares to depart the University after 27 years of dedicated service to become the next Commissioner of the Appalachian Athletic Conference. Mayfield's departure marks the conclusion of a remarkable career at Tennessee Wes more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Aug. 25 -- Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences issued the following news release: * * * BIMS Alumnus Guides Students Toward Diverse Healthcare Paths Ever the Aggie, Ricardo Diaz '00 has grounded his career in service, leadership, and a deep appreciation for the people who keep healthcare running. After two decades working as a hospital executive across the country, he returned to Aggieland in 2023 and now serves as assistant vice president for clinical affairs for the Texas A&M more PR

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, Aug. 25 -- Texas AandM University Corpus Christi campus issued the following news: * * * Where Where Leadership Meets Local Impact: Master of Public Administration Celebrates Its 35th Anniversary Texas A&M-Corpus Christi's Master of Public Administration program celebrates 35 years of preparing working professionals to lead in government and public service. Greg Chandler In a region where public decisions shape everything from stormwater fees to hurricane readiness, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi's Master of Public Adminis more PR

ATHENS, Georgia, Aug. 25 -- The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences posted the following news: * * * The Delta Air Lines Foundation advances UGA hospitality program innovation * UGA leaders connect research, education and industry to advance agriculture Meet the Visionaries of CAES Written by Maria M. Lameiras Photography by Dennis McDaniel Designed by Katie Walker As the University of Georgia's College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) enters a period of rapid growth and technolog more PR

TROY, Alabama, Aug. 24 -- Troy University issued the following news: * * * Troy University mourns the loss of trustee, oldest living Marine Roy Drinkard * Troy University is remembering the service and commitment of longtime Trustee Roy Drinkard, who passed away on Sunday, Aug. 23, at the age of 106. A World War II veteran, Drinkard was the oldest living United States Marine. In April 2000, at almost 80 years old, Drinkard was appointed to the Troy University Board of Trustees by then-Governor Don Siegelman. He was reappointed twice, mos more PR

CONWAY, Arkansas, Aug. 24 -- The University of Central Arkansas posted the following news: * * * UCA Community Development Institute marks 40 years of training community leaders * Nearly 175 participants from 10 states attend five-day training Nearly 175 community leaders from across Arkansas and nine other states - Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas - participated in the 40th annual Community Development Institute (CDI) at the University of Central Arkansas (UCA). The five-day train more PR

MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 25 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * UHealth Surpasses 20,000 Robotic Surgeries, Cementing Leadership in Minimally Invasive Care * UHealth-University of Miami Health System has completed more than 20,000 robotic-assisted surgeries, reflecting two decades of innovation, research and expertise across multiple surgical specialties. UHealth-University of Miami Health System has surpassed 20,000 robotic-assisted surgeries, a milestone that reflects more than two decades of more PR

AMHERST, Massachusetts, Aug. 27 -- The University of Massachusetts posted the following news: * * * UMass Amherst Welcomes Jon Scully as Director of Community Relations * Jon Scully, a nonprofit leader with over a decade of experience in community development, fundraising, organizational leadership and partnership development, has been appointed director of community relations at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He will begin his new role Aug. 31.Scully will lead initiatives that strengthen connections between UMass Amherst and surr more PR

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Aug. 26 -- The University of North Florida posted the following news: * * * UNF Coggin Executive Education strengthens workforce through customized leadership training * When Ring Power Corporation wanted to further its leadership program, they looked to the University of North Florida Coggin College of Business executive education program for its expertise. Ring Power is the largest Caterpillar (CAT) equipment retailer in Florida, serving all North and Central regions. With over 2,000 employees in 20 locations, inv more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 25 -- The Loyola University Chicago issued the following news release: * * * University Convocation celebrates faculty and staff, looks at the year ahead * Loyola University Chicago's annual University Convocation brought together faculty, staff, and administrators on August 21 as part of Ramblers Welcome Day to reaffirm the University's academic mission and celebrate the achievements of the past year. Held in Gentile Arena at the Lake Shore Campus, the event featured remarks from University leadership, updates on Lo more PR

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Aug. 27 -- California State University San Francisco State University posted the following news: * * * University names Ines C. Barbosa assistant vice president for workforce partnerships * SAN FRANCISCO -Aug. 27, 2026 -SAN FRANCISCO -San Francisco State University (SFSU) has appointed Ines C. Barbosa as assistant vice president for workforce partnerships, a new leadership role focused on expanding career pathways and strengthening connections between SFSU and employers across the Bay Area. Barbosa brings more t more PR

FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, Aug. 28 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news: * * * Alumni and Faculty to Be Honored at 81st Alumni Awards Celebration Each year, the Arkansas Alumni Association honors inspiring people who have dedicated their lives to building a better world through leadership, service, research and teaching. The Alumni Awards Program honors the accomplishments of 12 alumni, faculty and friends in seven award categories. The awardees have excelled in business, education, government, agriculture, law and architectu more PR

FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, Aug. 27 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news: * * * Pilot Leadership Program Prepares Department Chairs and Heads for Success The Leadership Development Program for Department Chairs and Heads held its inaugural pilot program in July, bringing together 18 department chairs and heads from six colleges for five half-day sessions focused on strengthening leadership and effectiveness and building capacity to lead academic units through change and growth. Developed through a collaboration between the Of more PR

ATHENS, Georgia, Aug. 25 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news: * * * Kyle Johnsen wins Innovation Award from Georgia Life Sciences By Brandon Ward Kyle Johnsen, a professor in the University of Georgia College of Engineering, will receive the 2026 Innovation Award from Georgia Life Sciences, the state's largest life sciences advocacy and business leadership organization, at the 2026 Golden Helix awards. Johnsen helped develop Targeted Brain Rehabilitation (TBR), a gaze-controlled virtual reality (VR) therapy designed to t more PR

MOUNT OLIVE, North Carolina, Aug. 28 -- The University of Mount Olive issued the following news: * * * Kevon Garrett Elected North Carolina FFA State Vice President For most of his childhood, Kevon Garrett would not speak in front of a crowd. His parents, he says, had to beg him to stand and say a few words. This year he ran across a stage to accept one of the most visible leadership roles a young agriculturalist in the state can hold. Garrett, a student in the Agricultural Education program at the University of Mount Olive, has been electe more PR

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Aug. 26 -- The University of Pittsburgh issued the following news: * * * Anantha Shekhar announced his plans to step down from health sciences leadership roles After six years of service to the University of Pittsburgh, Anantha Shekhar is stepping down from his roles as senior vice chancellor for the health sciences and dean of the School of Medicine, effective June 30, 2027, or upon his successor's arrival. In a letter to the Pitt community, Shekhar described his "tremendous pride" in the growth and accomplishment more PR

SEMINOLE, Oklahoma, Aug. 28 -- Seminole State College posted the following news: * * * USA Esports Team Manager Shares Lessons on Leadership at SSC * Seminole State College hosted USA Esports National Team Manager Daniel Clerke (left) and Maryville University senior Nick Wiseman (right) for a presentation on Aug. 27 in the Jeff Johnston Auditorium. The event was hosted by the Native American Serving Non-Tribal Institutions federal grant program. Clerke discussed his philosophy of treating esports like other youth sports, using competition t more PR

LOGAN, Utah, Aug. 26 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * USU Elementary Education Program Earns A+ in Science of Reading Instruction * USU's elementary education program has received a national A+ ranking for teacher preparation using the core tenets of the science of reading. The National Council on Teacher Quality gave the A+ ranking to USU's School of Teacher Education and Leadership (TEAL), which is part of the Emma Eccles Jones College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences, after comparing nearly 700 teacher p more PR

LOGAN, Utah, Aug. 27 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * USU's James Taylor Returning to His Roots Teaching in Wildland Resources Classrooms, Field * VERNAL, Utah -After spending the last three years as the vice president of Statewide Campuses and a decade of leadership, James Taylor made the decision to return to his faculty roots once again. "James Taylor has two great professional loves: leadership and nature," said David Law, associate vice president for USU Uintah Basin. "I am excited for the impact James will ha more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 26 -- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center posted the following news release: * * * UT MD Anderson honors visionary leadership of Dr. Peter Pisters following retirement announcement; shares transition plans * The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center today is recognizing the exceptional leadership of Peter WT Pisters, M.D., president, following his announced plan to retire from UT MD Anderson to focus on the next chapter of his career. The UT System Board of Regents and Chancellor John M. Zerwas, M. more PR

TOLEDO, Ohio, Aug. 27 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news: * * * UToledo Alumni Association Announces 2026 Distinguished Alumni * The University of Toledo Alumni Association is honoring 14 Rockets with its 2026 Distinguished Alumni Awards, recognizing their outstanding professional achievements, leadership and service that reflect the enduring impact of a UToledo education. Since 1939, the Distinguished Alumni Awards have celebrated graduates who exemplify excellence in their professions while making meaningful contributi more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 26 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * 'Virginia at 250' symposium on Sept. 1 features two former governors and leading political analysts The free VCU event will explore leadership, democracy and the state's continuing role in American history. By Pam Cox As America commemorates its 250th anniversary this year, Virginia Commonwealth University's L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs and the VCU College of Humanities and Sciences will bring together distinguished more PR

HAMPTON, Virginia, Aug. 27 -- Virginia Peninsula Community College issued the following news: * * * VPCC's Daniela Cigularova Selected for Regional Leadership Program By: Belinda Baker Virginia Peninsula Community College's Daniela Cigularova has been selected for the CIVIC Leadership Institute's Executive Program class of 2027. Vice president of Enrollment Management and Student Success at VPCC, she is among nearly 50 leaders from across Hampton Roads chosen. The program gathers leaders from business, healthcare, education, the military a more PR

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Aug. 24 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * Visitor Shawn Chambliss Purvis honors family legacy with investment in future engineers * Where can a degree from George Mason University take you? For students in the College of Engineering and Computing (CEC), Board of Visitors member Shawn Chambliss Purvis, MS Information Systems '99, offers a powerful example. Purvis is president and CEO of Sabel Systems, a leading provider of digital engineering, acquisition, manufacturing, supply chain, and logisti more PR

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 23 -- The Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences posted the following news: * * * What's Ahead in Fall 2026? * As our new first-year students, transfers, returning Panthers and our faculty and staff settle back into campus, there will be plenty of events on the calendar to keep everyone busy outside of the classroom. And our impending merger with Russell Sage College will certainly expand these opportunities for both student bodies! Here's our annual compilation of time-honored institutional events and some  more PR

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 26 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * William & Mary launches Democracy Scholars, a new living-learning community * As William & Mary marks its Year of Civic Leadership, the College of Arts & Sciences has launched a new residential learning community to help students explore the ideals and practice of democracy while building a strong foundation for leadership and engagement. The new Democracy Scholars program welcomed its inaugural cohort of 24 first-year students this week. Inspired by the l more PR

SILVER CITY, New Mexico, Aug. 26 -- Western New Mexico University posted the following news release: * * * WNMU Fall Convocation Focuses on Vision, Integration and Collaboration * Western New Mexico University welcomed faculty, staff and leadership to campus for its annual Fall Convocation, framing the start of the academic year around collaborative vision, strategic transformation and collective impact. President Jose E. Coll spoke to the assembly roughly 30 days into his tenure. Recognizing the rapid transition into the term, he emphasiz more PR

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 24 -- Queens University of Charlotte issued the following news: * * * Writing her next chapter: Raven Horneman '30 leads through connection * For Charlotte native Raven Horneman '30, true leadership is built through hands-on service, resilience, and a deep commitment to building community. An International Baccalaureate graduate of East Mecklenburg High School, Horneman has always believed in the importance of helping those around her, whether by co-founding her high school's American Sign Language club or ac more PR