WORCESTER, Massachusetts, April 29 -- Clark University posted the following news: * * * 2026 Alumni Award honorees celebrated for leadership and accomplishments * Each year, the Clark Alumni Council recognizes outstanding alumni and their dedication to both Clark University and society at large. The chosen honorees, though diverse in their achievements and impact, share a common thread -an unwavering commitment to helping others, a value deeply ingrained in their Clark education. They exempl more PR

DELAWARE, Ohio, April 30 -- Ohio Wesleyan University issued the following news release: * * * 2026-2027 Corns Scholars * DELAWARE, Ohio - The Woltemade Center for Economics, Business and Entrepreneurship at Ohio Wesleyan University has selected 12 students for admittance into its fall class of Corns Business and Entrepreneurial Scholars. The competitive program is open to sophomores who have demonstrated strong academic performance, leadership in campus or community service organizations,  more PR

BOONE, North Carolina, May 1 -- Appalachian State University issued the following news: * * * 29 Mountaineers honored with 2026 App State Awards of Distinction Honorees recognized for leadership, teaching, service and more By Brian Miller, Carliann Rittman and Jessica Stump Appalachian State University honored 29 students, faculty and staff during its fourth annual Awards of Distinction ceremony, recognizing their exemplary contributions to the success of the university and its community me more PR

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, April 29 -- North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University posted the following news: * * * A&T Joins 14 HBCUs to Launch National Research Coalition * WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 29, 2026) - Fifteen historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), including North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, today launched the Association of HBCU Research Institutions (AHRI), a national coalition designed to accelerate world-class research, ex more PR

MILLERSVILLE, Pennsylvania, May 1 -- Millersville University issued the following news: * * * Accreditations, Leadership in Literacy Gain MU Recognition "The legacy of literacy at Millersville is why I came here. All of those who came before have made it easy to pick up the torch and carry it on." Dr. Aileen Hower. By Mary Dolheimer It's one thing to know you are doing good work. It's another to have someone else recognize it. Dr. Lara Willox, dean of the College of Education and Human Ser more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 2 -- Adler University issued the following news: * * * Alumni authors: Stories that inform, inspire, and empower Across genres and audiences, Adler University alumni are publishing titles that move beyond personal narrative or professional instruction, engaging urgent questions about how people heal, relate, and lead. The authors featured here bring that perspective into distinct contexts, offering a view into how Adler's approach to education translates into practice,  more PR

CEDARVILLE, Ohio, April 29 -- Cedarville University posted the following news: * * * Advancing Care: Grad Nursing Program Equips Nurses for Leadership * by Rachel Ward, Student Public Relations Writer Demand for nurses continues to rise in the United States and around the world as health systems face workforce shortages, an aging population and a growing need for advanced care. That broader reality forms the backdrop for Cedarville University's graduate nursing program, which is marking  more PR

COMMERCE, Texas, April 29 -- East Texas A&M University (formerly the Texas A&M University Commerce campus) issued the following news release: * * * AI 75 Honors ETAMU Professor for Leadership in Artificial Intelligence * East Texas A&M University faculty member, Dr. Christian F. Hempelmann, professor of computational linguistics and director of the Semantic Artificial Intelligence and Creativity Laboratory, has been recognized among the region's leading innovators in the third annual 2026 AI more PR

TOLEDO, Ohio, May 1 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news: * * * Annual Report Video Highlights 'Launch Pad' Initiatives, Momentum * The University of Toledo celebrated a momentous 2025-26 academic year fueled by new leadership and a strategic vision built on three launch pads: Advantage Toledo, Innovate Toledo and Healthy Toledo. With a renewed focus on experience-based learning, research innovation and regional community health, the University saw its initiatives translat more PR

GLENSIDE, Pennsylvania, May 1 -- Arcadia University issued the following news: * * * Arcadia University and Acts Retirement-Life Communities Announce Workforce Development Partnership By Emily Horowitz As part of its dynamic Workforce Development initiative, Arcadia University is proud to announce a partnership with Acts Retirement-Life Communities ("Acts"), of Fort Washington, Pa. This partnership will provide all Acts team members and others with full access to the entire Arcadia catalogue more PR

TEMPE, Arizona, May 1 -- Arizona State University issued the following news: * * * ASU receives $10M gift to endow football coach position Gift from Brian and Kelly Swette is the largest endowed leadership position at ASU By Scott Bordow, Scott.Bordow@asu.edu Brian Swette loves college sports and what they mean to a university. "Success in sports is important for the university," said Swette, who graduated from Arizona State University in 1976 with a bachelor's degree in economics. "It enh more PR

BRISTOL, Rhode Island, May 1 -- Roger Williams University posted the following news: * * * B. Gokhan Celik Appointed Dean of School of Engineering, Computing and Construction Management * BRISTOL, R.I. - Roger Williams University has appointed B. Gokhan Celik, Ph.D., as the next Dean of the School of Engineering, Computing and Construction Management (SECCM), following a national search. A longtime member of the RWU community, Celik has been serving the school as Interim Dean since July 2025 more PR

NEW YORK, April 29 -- The State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry issued the following news: * * * Basil Seggos to Receive Honorary Degree from SUNY ESF Former New York State DEC commissioner honored at May 9 commencement * SYRACUSE, N.Y. -- April 28, 2026 -- The SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry will award an honorary degree to Basil Seggos, partner and senior policy director at Foley Hoag and the longest tenured commissioner of the New Y more PR

ATHENS, Georgia, May 1 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news: * * * A beekeeper's homecoming: Renowned honey bee scientist Jamie Ellis returns to lead UGA Bee Program Takeaways * Mentorship legacy: On June 1, CAES alum Jamie Ellis will succeed his former mentor, Keith Delaplane, as director of the UGA Bee Program. * Proven track record: During his tenure at the University of Florida, Ellis built a program that secured over $9.3 million in grants and produced nearly 1,000 pu more PR

SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island, April 29 -- Bryant University issued the following news: * * * Bryant receives transformative gift from Brad '87 and Barbara Caron P'23 to expand Campus Ministry and support interfaith programming, religious literacy Bryant University is pleased to announce a significant gift from Brad '87 and Barbara Caron P'23 that will expand the Campus Ministry, support student faith formation and leadership development, and expand programming and initiatives. As part of the gift more PR

FARGO, North Dakota, April 29 -- North Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * Built by Bison: Student Made marketplace launching at NDSU * NDSU's Center for Entrepreneurship and Family Business is preparing to launch a new Student-Made marketplace in Fall 2026, creating a unique platform for students to design, produce and sell original products while gaining hands-on experience in entrepreneurship, marketing, leadership and business operations. The Student-Made marketpla more PR

CLEVELAND, Ohio, May 1 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * Case Western Reserve University receives largest commitment to higher ed in Ohio history: $125M from Mandel Foundation Record investment will fund four focus areas, including new humanities building, student scholarships, leadership initiatives, and ethical technological innovation * As Case Western Reserve University celebrates its bicentennial, the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Foundation and the J more PR

SALISBURY, North Carolina, April 27 -- Catawba College posted the following news: * * * Catawba College Honors Students, Faculty, and Staff at 2026 Awards Convocation * Catawba College celebrated academic excellence, leadership, service, and campus engagement during its 2026 Awards Convocation, recognizing students, faculty, and staff whose accomplishments reflect the College's ideal: Scholarship with Character and Culture for Service. The annual convocation honors members of the Catawba c more PR

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, April 29 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * CBA honors students, faculty and alumni at annual awards * The College of Business Administration recently welcomed students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters for its annual CBA Awards, an evening dedicated to recognizing achievement, leadership and impact across the college community. Held as a formal dinner, the event celebrated the people who define the CMU business experience: student more PR

PASADENA, California, April 29 -- The California Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * Chemistry Grad Student Awarded Future Leaders Award * Every year, the Future Leaders Program of the Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) chooses 31 distinguished graduate students and postdoctoral fellows specializing in chemistry or related fields to participate in an all-expenses-paid development program. Since its founding in 2010, the Future Leaders has selected over 400 recipients world more PR

DETROIT, Michigan, May 1 -- The College for Creative Studies issued the following news: * * * College for Creative Studies Appoints Allison J. Puff as Next Provost College for Creative Studies has named Allison J. Puff as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, effective July 15, 2026. * The College for Creative Studies (CCS) has named Allison J. Puff as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the institution's chief academic officer. Puff brings a distinguished record of  more PR

CLEMSON, South Carolina, April 27 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * College honors its top students for for leadership, academic achievement, service and character Twelve of the most outstanding students from the College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences were recognized for leadership, academic achievement, service and character during an April 22 ceremony at the Owen Pavilion. The event was emceed by O. Thompson Mefford, associate dean for undergraduate stu more PR

CLEMSON, South Carolina, April 27 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * College of Education holds rural well-being summit featuring collaboration across disciplines On April 1, the College of Education held a Rural Community Well-Being Summit featuring a keynote speaker and panel discussion that brought together faculty and staff experts in rural education, outreach and health. Organized by Darris Means, professor of educational leadership and Dean's Fellow for Rural Educati more PR

TULSA, Oklahoma, April 28 -- The University of Tulsa posted the following news: * * * College of Engineering & Computer Science recognizes 2026 Hall of Fame inductees * On April 24, The University of Tulsa's College of Engineering & Computer Science inducted three new members into its Hall of Fame: Katherine Wallgren (B.S. '03, M.E.B. '25), David Iverson (B.S. '88, MBA '94, M.J.E.L. '20) and John W. Lindsay (B.S. '87). This award is the highest honor bestowed by the college upon its alumni more PR

NEW YORK, April 23 -- Yeshiva University issued the following news: * * * Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Appeared at Yeshiva University in "Great Conversations with Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman" On April 22 Yeshiva University welcomed Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, Chairwoman of House Republican Leadership for the 119th Congress, for a special edition of Great Conversations with Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman. The series brings heads of state, policymakers and global thought leaders into substantive engagement wi more PR

SPARTANBURG, South Carolina, April 29 -- Converse University issued the following news: * * * Dr. Peterson Publishes Third Book Dr. Aaron Peterson, Director of the Doctorate in Professional Leadership and Assistant Professor of Leadership at Converse University, recently published his third book, Captain Pike in the C-Suite: Humble Leadership in Star Trek. Captain Pike in the C-Suite: Humble Leadership in Star Trek, explores the value of humility in leadership through a set of scientifically more PR

FULLERTON, California, April 30 -- California State University Fullerton campus issued the following news: * * * CSUF Celebrates Construction Milestone for Landmark Hall Leadership Hub * Cal State Fullerton campus leaders, faculty, staff and supporters came together to celebrate a significant milestone in the construction of Landmark Hall, an academic hub that will empower future generations of leaders and drive leadership studies across Orange County and beyond. The more than 20,000-squar more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 28 -- VCOM - Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine issued the following news: * * * David Eagerton, PhD, Named Outstanding Biomedical Faculty of the Year at VCOM-Carolinas By James Nichols VCOM-Carolinas has named David Eagerton, PhD, its 2025 Outstanding Biomedical Faculty of the Year, recognizing his leadership in research, teaching, and collaboration. The award honors faculty who make an impact across multiple areas, and Eagerton's work checks all of thos more PR

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, April 29 -- Samford University issued the following news release: * * * Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders Above and Beyond Awards * The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSDS) in Samford University's School of Health Professions hosted its annual Above and Beyond Award Ceremony, recognizing students who have demonstrated academic and clinical excellence, leadership and a commitment to service. More than 75 CSDS undergraduate students  more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 28 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Department of Energy selects Virginia Tech joint venture to manage and operate Jefferson Lab By Lon Wagner The U.S. Department of Energy has selected Virginia Tech and the Southeastern Universities Research Association (SURA) to manage and operate the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility in Newport News, one of the nation's leading nuclear physics research laboratories. The contract marks a new chapte more PR

WILKES-BARRE, Pennsylvania, April 30 -- Pennsylvania State University-Wilkes-Barre issued the following news: * * * Donovin Lindsay named Penn State Wilkes-Barre's spring 2026 commencement speaker DALLAS, Pa. -- Donovin Lindsay, nonprofit founder, educator and college-access advocate, has been named the spring 2026 commencement speaker at Penn State Wilkes-Barre. Lindsay earned a bachelor's degree in administration of justice from Penn State Wilkes-Barre in 2014 and a master's degree in psych more PR

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, April 30 -- The University of Arkansas Little Rock campus issued the following news: * * * Dr. Carrie Phillips' CASE Leadership Elevates UA Little Rock on National Stage * As the CASE District IV Conference convened in Dallas in April, Dr. Carrie Phillips marked the approaching close of her term as district chair, capping four years of growth, stronger connections, and expanded engagement across the region. Phillips, chief marketing and communications officer at the  more PR

MIAMI, Florida, May 1 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Dr. Dileep Yavagal Receives Lifetime Achievement Award at AAN 2026 * The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine neurologist is honored for decades of leadership advancing mechanical thrombectomy and expanding equitable stroke care worldwide. Dileep Yavagal, M.D., chief of interventional neurology and professor of clinical neurology and neurological surgery at the University of more PR

EDWARDSVILLE, Illinois, April 29 -- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus posted the following news: * * * Dr. Mindy Dilley appointed Dean of Students * Following a national search, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville's Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, Miriam Roccia, has named Melinda (Mindy) Dilley, EdD, as Dean of Students. Dr. Dilley has served as Interim Dean of Students since February 16, 2026, following her arrival at SIUE as Assistant Dean of Students in July 2024 more PR

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, April 29 -- The University of South Carolina posted the following news: * * * Dr. Phyllis MacGilvray appointed two-year dean for School of Medicine Greenville * Update: On April 29, 2026, Provost Mary Anne Fitzpatrick announced that after serving a two-year interim appointment, Dr. Phyllis MacGilvray has been appointed dean of the School of Medicine Greenville, effective July 1. "Under her exceptional leadership, the school is well positioned for continued growth an more PR

ELON, North Carolina, May 1 -- Elon University issued the following news release: * * * Elon University Speaker Series welcomes authors, athletes and advocates to campus in 2026-27 A lineup of nationally recognized public intellectuals, military heroes, sports figures and activists will share their stories with campus audiences in a series exploring "Bold Leadership." By Eric Townsend, staff The Elon University Speaker Series returns in 2026-27 with visitors whose careers span the highest l more PR

SPRINGFIELD, Missouri, April 29 -- Evangel University issued the following news release: * * * Evangel University Doctoral Graduates and Program Director Selected to Present at International Leadership Conference Evangel University's Graduate Leadership Programs has announced that two Doctor of Strategic Leadership (DSL) graduates, Dr. Stephan DeLorenzo (DSL '26) and Dr. Miranda Lewis (DSL '26), along with Program Director Dr. E. Ashley Newcomb, have been selected to present at the Internatio more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 30 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FAMU Partners with 14 HBCUs to Launch National Research Coalition to Accelerate Innovation and Expand Impact By Alonda Thomas WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Florida A&M University (FAMU) is among a group of 15 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to launch the Association of HBCU Research Institutions (AHRI), a national coalition desig more PR

DURHAM, North Carolina, April 28 -- North Carolina Central University issued the following news: * * * Finding Her Voice: How Alexandria Wiggins Transformed from "Reserved" to Resilient Leader * When Alexandria Wiggins first arrived at North Carolina Central University (NCCU), she described herself as "meek" and "reserved," a student comfortable staying in the shadows. As she prepares to graduate, that version of Wiggins is a distant memory. Through her involvement in student leadership an more PR

MIAMI, Florida, April 27 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Four Miller School Alumni Honored at 2026 Medical Alumni Awards * From scientific discovery and global health leadership to public policy and patient advocacy, the 2026 Medical Alumni Award honorees reflect the lasting impact of Miller School alumni. The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine celebrated the extraordinary achievements of its alumni at the 2026 Medical Alumni more PR

EAST LANSING, Michigan, April 28 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * From Lansing classrooms to Case Hall: JMC's PRIME Leadership Academy * Ava Parson is a James Madison College senior, graduating in May 2026 with a degree in Comparative Cultures & Politics. Coming into James Madison College, I had a strong interest in community engagement and outreach, as well as educational equity. As a senior, I recently had the privilege of mobilizing these interests and leadin more PR

CEDARVILLE, Ohio, May 1 -- Cedarville University posted the following news: * * * From Trial to Purpose: Brandon Stover's Story of Hope and Calling * by Rich Stratton, Assistant Director of Public Relations Brandon Stover's story is marked by God's faithful presence through both unexpected joy and deep hardship. As he prepares to graduate from Cedarville University with a degree in special education, he does so with a heart shaped by struggle, strengthened by grace, and anchored in the ste more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 28 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU entrepreneurship professor earns prestigious international sustainability award * A Florida State University professor at the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship is among the select few to win a prestigious international award for outstanding sustainability leadership. Eundeok Kim, a professor specializing in sustainability, social entrepreneurship and product management, is one of 10 faculty  more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 27 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU student invited to nationally competitive Coro Fellows Program for emerging public affairs leaders * A Florida State University master's student and Presidential Scholar was accepted into a highly competitive national fellowship program for emerging civic leaders. Ella Garcia, who is working toward her master's degree in public administration, was accepted into the Coro Fellows Program housed at more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 2 -- Georgia State University issued the following news: * * * Georgia State Provost Nicolle Parsons-Pollard Named AGB Institute for Leadership & Governance in Higher Education Class of 2026-27 Participant Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs Nicolle Parsons-Pollard has been selected as a participant for 2026-27 in the AGB Institute for Leadership & Governance in Higher Education. The institute is a six-month program through the Association of Gover more PR

TULSA, Oklahoma, April 26 -- The University of Tulsa posted the following news: * * * Ghanaian MBA student on community enrichment, purpose * When Kwame Mawuenyega Ackah arrived at The University of Tulsa after a decade working in the public and private sectors in Ghana, he was searching for more than an advanced degree. He sought an immersive experience, clarity on his goals, community and the educational experience to make meaningful change back home. Now an MBA student at Collins Colleg more PR

EVANSVILLE, Indiana, April 28 -- The University of Southern Indiana issued the following news release: * * * Goodwin to delivery Kinney College of Nursing and Health Professions Commencement Address * The speaker for the Kinney College of Nursing and Health Professions Ceremony is Dr. Tony Goodwin, a 1989 Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology graduate. He also holds a master's degree and a doctorate in allied health science-radiology from Florida Atlantic University and maintains a st more PR

RADFORD, Virginia, April 29 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Abigail Spanberger appoints Christopher B. Settle '97 to Radford University Board of Visitors Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has appointed Christopher B. Settle '97 to the Radford University Board of Visitors.  Settle brings nearly three decades of public safety leadership and a strong commitment to higher education and student success. "Radford University played a formative role in my life an more PR

COMMERCE, Texas, April 27 -- East Texas A&M University (formerly the Texas A&M University Commerce campus) issued the following news release: * * * Graduating Senior Balances Football, Research and Leadership in Psychology * Jason Otah reflects on the mentors and experiences that shaped his path from student-athlete to aspiring mental health professional. As May graduation approaches, East Texas A&M University is celebrating members of the Class of 2026 who have distinguished themselves th more PR

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 2 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: * * * Hamm Institute for American Energy at OSU announces leadership transition Dr. Ann Bluntzer Pullin to join Advisory Board and serve as Special Advisor to Harold Hamm * Today, the Hamm Institute for American Energy at Oklahoma State University announced that Ann Bluntzer Pullin, PhD, will transition from her role as Executive Director of the institute into the role of Special Advisor to Harold Hamm an more PR

HAMPTON, Virginia, April 29 -- Hampton University posted the following news: * * * Hampton University, 14 HBCUs Launch National Research Coalition to Accelerate Innovation and Expand Impact * Several Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), including Hampton University, today launched the Association of HBCU Research Institutions (AHRI), a national coalition designed to accelerate world-class research, expand institutional capacity, and elevate HBCU leadership in addressing soci more PR

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, May 1 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news: * * * Harvesting Potential program to introduce young men to agriculture careers through hands-on summer learning * Residential initiative at Kentucky State University connects high school students with agricultural pathways, industry exposure, and mentorship FRANKFORT, Ky. -A summer offering at Kentucky State University will give high school-aged male students a firsthand look at agriculture as a field of  more PR

OLIVET, Michigan, April 30 -- The University of Olivet posted the following news: * * * Honoring Academic Excellence: 2026 Honors Convocation at The University of Olivet * Each year, Honors Week at The University of Olivet brings our community together to recognize students, faculty and staff whose work reflects a deep commitment to academic excellence, leadership and purpose. The 2026 celebrations highlighted individuals who reflect the heart of what it means to be Olivetian-driven, thoug more PR

CLINTON, Mississippi, May 1 -- Mississippi College issued the following news: * * * Honors Convocation spotlights student, faculty exceptionalism at Mississippi College Mississippi College students and faculty who have distinguished themselves through excellence in scholarship, service and leadership were recognized during the 2026 Honors Convocation on April 23 in Swor Auditorium in Nelson Hall on the Clinton campus. MC Provost and Executive Vice President Michael J. Highfield said the even more PR

NEW YORK, April 30 -- Hunter College, a constituent college of the City University of New York, issued the following news: * * * Hunter-Led Disability Rights Pilot Scales Statewide with $8 Million Grant A nationally recognized supported decision-making model developed at Hunter College is being scaled statewide following an $8 million award from the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities. The grant affirms Hunter's leadership in inclusive education, applied researc more PR

COLUMBIA, Missouri, April 30 -- The University of Missouri School of Journalism issued the following news release: * * * In photos: Missouri School of Journalism students and faculty tapped into Mizzou's secret honorary societies * Allie Pramberger smiles during her induction into Omicron Delta Kappa at Mizzou's Tap Day. A national leadership honor society, ODK recognizes upperclassmen who excel in scholarship, athletics, campus or community service, social and religious activities, and jour more PR

NEW ALBANY, Indiana, April 29 -- Indiana University Southeast campus posted the following news: * * * Indiana University Southeast Announces New Three-College Academic Structure Indiana University Southeast plans to implement a new academic structure beginning July 1, 2026, transitioning from its current six-school model to a streamlined three-college system designed to better serve students and meet regional workforce needs, pending approval by IU leadership.  The new structure follows a c more PR

LAWRENCE, Kansas, May 1 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news: * * * KU Alumni recognizes 10 students with 2026 Tradition of Excellence Awards * LAWRENCE -The University of Kansas celebrated 10 exceptional students at the 2026 Student Leadership Dinner, recognizing extraordinary leaders who are leaving an indelible mark on the Jayhawk community. Hosted by KU Alumni and the Student Alumni Ambassadors, the awards were presented April 15 at the Jayhawk Welcome Center to honor  more PR

LAWRENCE, Kansas, May 1 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news: * * * KU student Wyatt Vaughn named Udall Scholar * LAWRENCE -A junior at the University of Kansas has been named a 2026 Udall Scholar. The Udall scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate leadership, public service and commitment in the fields of tribal public policy, Native healthcare or the environment. KU's 2026 Udall Scholar is Wyatt Vaughn, a junior double majoring in chemical engineering and English- more PR

CARROLLTON, Georgia, April 30 -- The University of West Georgia posted the following news: * * * Leading the Future: UWG Alumna Named Superintendent of Carroll County Schools * University of West Georgia alumna Dr. Jessica M. Ainsworth '06 '16 has been named superintendent of Carroll County Schools. The Carroll County Board of Education announced Ainsworth's appointment this spring, citing her leadership and commitment to the district's mission of ensuring every student graduates enrolled, more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 1 -- Temple University posted the following news: * * * Lonnie T. Brown, Jr. named Kean Family Dean of the Beasley School of Law * Currently the dean and Elvin E. Overton Distinguished Professor of Law and Haslam Family Professor at the Winston College of Law at the University of Tennessee, Brown brings a track record of both leadership and scholarship to the role. He will begin in the role on August 1. Lonnie T. Brown, Jr. has been named the Kean Family Dea more PR

RUSSELLVILLE, Arkansas, April 27 -- Arkansas Tech University issued the following news: * * * Makerspace Helping Future Teachers Serve All Students * Arkansas Tech University is in the process of developing a makerspace that will help ATU education students learn how to better serve students with autism and other exceptionalities. "Autism is something that I am very passionate about," said Dr. Katie Myers, ATU assistant professor of curriculum and instruction and program director for speci more PR

CANTON, Ohio, May 2 -- Malone University issued the following news: * * * Malone University appoints Rachel Hunka as new campus pastor Malone University is proud to announce the appointment of Rachel Hunka as the Institution's new campus pastor. A spiritually grounded leader and communicator with nearly two decades of experience, Hunka brings to Malone excitement to disciple students and cultivate Christ-centered community across campus. Hunka has a rich background in global ministry and lea more PR

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 30 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Mauro named interim dean of the Penn State College of Earth and Mineral Sciences * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -John Mauro, department head and professor of materials science and engineering at Penn State, has been named interim John Leone Dean in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences, effective July 1. Mauro succeeds Lee Kump, who is stepping down after nearly nine years as dean to resum more PR

FORT MORGAN, Colorado, May 1 -- Morgan Community College issued the following news release: * * * MCC Names Staff to Expanded Leadership Roles, Welcomes New Employees MCC recognizes its internal talent and strengthens programs and services that support students and the communities of northeast Colorado. * Morgan Community College (MCC) announces two internal staff promotions and the addition of two new team members, recognizing the experience, leadership, and continued contributions of empl more PR

ARCATA, California, April 30 -- The California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt posted the following news: * * * Meet the 2026 Champions of Sustainability * Each year, a selection committee reviews nominations and selects one faculty, one staff, and one student who has excelled in advancing sustainability on campus and in the local community. The 2026 award winners embody a spirit of innovation, collaboration, and leadership to create solutions to pressing challenges facing the campus a more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 30 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Mingyan Liu appointed next U-M Engineering dean Mingyan Liu, associate dean for academic affairs at University of Michigan Engineering and the T. C. Chang Professor of Engineering, has been appointed the Robert J. Vlasic Dean of Engineering, effective May 15, 2026. Liu is also professor of electrical engineering and computer science, with tenure. An internationally recognized U-M researcher, Liu has  more PR

BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania, May 1 -- Moravian University issued the following news release: * * * Global Moravian Leader Roberta Hoey to Deliver 2026 Commencement Address Today, Moravian University announced that Roberta Hoey, president of the Unity Board of the Worldwide Moravian Unity, will serve as the featured speaker for the university's 2026 Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 9, in Bethlehem. During the exercises, the university will confer upon Hoey the honorary degree of Doctor of La more PR

BALTIMORE, Maryland, April 30 -- Morgan State University issued the following news release: * * * Fifteen HBCUs Launch National Research Coalition to Accelerate Innovation and Expand Impact Morgan State University President David K. Wilson to Serve as Inaugural Board Chairman for the Association of HBCU Research Institutions (AHRI) * Morgan State University, along with 14 other Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), has joined forces to launch the Association of HBCU Research more PR

BOWIE, Maryland, April 22 -- Bowie State University issued the following news release: * * * Newsweek Ranks Bowie State University Among Best Colleges for Women in the Nation Bowie State University has been named to Newsweek and Gender Fair's America's Best Colleges for Women 2026 list, ranking No. 6 in Maryland and No. 175 nationally among 751 U.S. colleges. The ranking evaluates colleges using federally reported data across four categories tied to women's success: leadership, pay and polici more PR

DURHAM, North Carolina, April 29 -- Duke University Nicholas School of the Environment issued the following news: * * * Nicholas School to Honor Professional Students in Recognition Ceremony The Nicholas School will celebrate 169 graduates receiving master's degrees in environmental management, forestry or environmental policy. * On Friday, May 8, the Nicholas School of the Environment will honor 169 graduates from the following professional degree programs: Master of Environmental Manageme more PR

NEWARK, New Jersey, May 1 -- The New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * NJIT Leaders Recognized Among BINJE's Best Higher Education Honorees Written by: Deric Raymond Several New Jersey Institute of Technology leaders have been recognized in BINJE's inaugural "BINJE's Best: Higher Education" honorees list, a statewide package highlighting the people and programs shaping New Jersey's higher education ecosystem. Published April 24, BINJE described the recognition  more PR

MIDLAND, Michigan, April 29 -- Northwood University posted the following news: * * * Northwood University Celebrates 2026 Class of Outstanding Business Leaders * Gala honors achievement, raises scholarship funds, and inspires students to pursue lives of meaning, leadership, and earned success Northwood University celebrated five honorees whose vision and leadership have transformed industries and communities on Saturday, April 18, during the 46 th Outstanding Business Leader Awards Gala at more PR

MIDLAND, Michigan, April 30 -- Northwood University posted the following news: * * * Northwood's American Marketing Association Chapter Recognized Among Top 10 Small Chapters in North America * Northwood University students earned international recognition at the 2026 American Marketing Association International Collegiate Conference, where Northwood's AMA chapter was recognized as one of the Top 10 Small Chapters in North America. "This honor places Northwood among the top-performing coll more PR

NOTRE DAME, Indiana, May 1 -- The University of Notre Dame posted the following news: * * * Notre Dame's Kyle Doudrick named to EPA Science Advisory Board * Kyle Doudrick, associate professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences at the University of Notre Dame, has been selected to serve on the Science Advisory Board of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The board, which consists of 37 members from a broad range of scientific disci more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 27 -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * Ohio State students named Goldwater Scholars for 2026 * Four students from The Ohio State University have been recognized by the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program for their commitment to scientific research. For 40 years, the Goldwater Scholarship has supported talented college sophomores and juniors who aspire to become this nation's next generation of researchers in science more PR

WASHINGTON, April 25 -- University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School Black Law Student Association members traveled to Nairobi, Kenya, to perform pro bono service in partnership with Daima Initiatives for Peace and Development. Nine students worked with the organization to strengthen local social justice through research and leadership development focused on restorative justice. Students completed research assignments including a recommendatory memo on customary law and a comparative analysis of more PR

MISENHEIMER, North Carolina, April 28 -- Pfeiffer University posted the following news: * * * Pfeiffer University Students Place at FBLA-Collegiate State Leadership Conference -Pfeiffer University students earned top honors at the 72nd FBLA-Collegiate State Leadership Conference, demonstrating academic excellence, leadership, and professional skill in competitive business events. The multi-day conference brought together students from across the state to test their knowledge in a range of bus more PR

BROOKINGS, South Dakota, April 29 -- South Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * Pickart selected for national Kappa Epsilon scholarship * Kelsey Pickart, a second-year pharmacy student at South Dakota State University, has been selected as one of only five students nationally to receive the Zada M. Cooper Scholarship by Kappa Epsilon, a national pharmacy fraternal organization. Established in 1955 in honor of Kappa Epsilon's founder, the scholarship recognizes Kappa Eps more PR

CLAREMONT, California, April 20 -- Pitzer College issued the following news: * * * Pitzer College and Its Claremont Peers Announce 100% Clean Electricity Transition Students from the 5C Environmental Justice collective are collaborating with staff and leadership across The Claremont Colleges on an agreement with Clean Power Alliance. * One hundred percent renewable electricity is coming to The Claremont Colleges. Arising from a collaboration between students, staff and senior leadership, th more PR

MIAMI, Florida, April 30 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Podcast: Leading in Academic Medicine and Thriving During Challenges * Listen now on Apple podcasts Dr. Julie Freischlag shares hard-won leadership lessons with Dean Henri Ford, reflecting on resilience, humility and thriving through crisis. What does it take to lead and thrive in health care during one of the most transformative eras the field has ever experienced? In the lat more PR

WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, April 28 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: * * * Purdue's space work is featured at NASA Science Showcase * A Purdue professor and graduate student participated in the NASA Science Showcase recently on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. The April 21 event highlighted how NASA-funded science research across disciplines strengthens America's leadership and fuels the broader space program. Staff from many Senate and House of Representatives offices a more PR

PHOENIX, May 1 -- Paradise Valley Community College issued the following news: * * * PVCC Selects Dr. John Hamblin as the Next Vice President of Student Affairs Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) is pleased to announce that Dr. John Hamblin will be joining PVCC's leadership team as the new Vice President of Student Affairs. Dr. John Hamblin is a higher education leader with extensive experience advancing student success, equity, and institutional effectiveness within community colleges. more PR

SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, April 29 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news: * * * Radiating Trust * Ethical leadership is not a checklist or a policy. It is a way of being. At its core, ethical leadership is a lived virtue, an embodied commitment to truth, love and courage. It does not live only in boardrooms or political stages. It shows up in quiet moments when no one is watching: the nurse who stays late to comfort a grieving family, the CEO who chooses transparency over spin, more PR

GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado, April 28 -- Colorado Mesa University posted the following news: * * * Remembering Mary Rait: CMU Unveils New Statue and Leadership Award * On Friday, April 10, 2026, CMU faculty, staff and community members gathered for the unveiling of a new statue on campus. The statue -a life-size figure of Mary Rait -sits on a bench outside the newly renovated Moss Performing Arts Center. Rait was as an impactful figure in CMU's history. In 1933, Rait became a full-time college  more PR

SOUTH BEND, Indiana, May 1 -- The University of Notre Dame Law School posted the following news: * * * Rev. Patrick Reidy Named 2026 Distinguished Teaching Award Recipient * Rev. Patrick E. Reidy, C.S.C., associate professor of law, has been selected by the Notre Dame Law School Class of 2026 as the recipient of the 2026 Distinguished Teaching Award. He will deliver the commencement address during the Law School's Hooding Ceremony on May 16. The Distinguished Teaching Award, awarded annual more PR

ITHACA, New York, April 29 -- The Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences posted the following news: * * * Riley Harding: Fellowships strengthen research and build resilience Riley Harding is a Ph.D. candidate in plant pathology and plant-microbe biology at Cornell AgriTech and a current Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research (FFAR) fellow whose work bridges applied research and real-world impact for growers. With several years of industry experience prior to returni more PR

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, May 1 -- Samford University issued the following news release: * * * Samford Emphasizes Character Education as Foundation for Coaching Leadership * Character education is a defining strength of Samford University's Orlean Beeson School of Education's mission, shaping graduates who lead with purpose, integrity and compassion. This commitment reaches beyond traditional classrooms, informing how the School of Education prepares leaders to serve their communities. Throu more PR

SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, April 30 -- Seton Hall University posted the following commentary by Army Lt. Gen. Robert L. Caslen Jr. (Ret.): * * * Character Moves the Mission * I have always believed that the single most important element of effective leadership is trust. 1 Without trust, your boss will find someone else to do your work and send you on your way. Without trust, your clients will not listen to your logic. Without trust, your customers will not purchase your product or service. An more PR

LA JOLLA, California, April 27 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * Seven Scholars Honored for Academic Excellence and Advocacy * With research spanning galaxies, environmental impacts on health, cancer cell development and Indigenous media, five Ph.D. students and two postdoctoral scholars from UC San Diego have joined a national network of researchers through the Edward Alexander Bouchet Graduate Honor Society. The society recognizes scholars wh more PR

PORTSMOUTH, Ohio, April 29 -- Shawnee State University issued the following news: * * * Shawnee State University Appoints Tyler Walters Chief Advancement Officer * Shawnee State University has appointed Tyler Walters as Chief Advancement Officer, expanding his leadership responsibilities within the university. In this role, Walters will oversee the Office of Development and advancing major project initiatives through capital campaigns, annual funds, major gifts, planned gifts, alumni engag more PR

RAPID CITY, South Dakota, April 26 -- The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology issued the following news release: * * * South Dakota Mines Annual Leadership Awards Celebrate Student Initiative and Achievements * Spring at South Dakota Mines marks a time to celebrate achievement and recognize the student leaders who have made a lasting impact on campus and the community. The university recently held its Hardrocker Honors ceremony, a combined version of the 75 th Annual Honors Convoca more PR

WASHINGTON, April 24 -- St. John Fisher University Wegmans School of Pharmacy student chapter of the National Community Pharmacists Association hosted Kristin Riddle, national president of the National Community Pharmacists Association, to discuss the evolution of community pharmacy and leadership within the profession. Students from both campus and online pathways participated in the event to learn about modern patient care services and the role of independent pharmacists in the U.S. healthcare more PR

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, April 28 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news: * * * Student achievement celebrated at annual Kentucky State University Academic Honors Convocation * Fifty-three President's Award recipients joined honorees recognized for citizenship and campus distinction FRANKFORT, Ky. -Academic excellence at Kentucky State University was measured not only in grades on Tuesday, April 21, but also in perseverance, service, leadership and the responsibilities student more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, April 30 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news: * * * Students award $10,000 to local mental health nonprofits * Students in the College of Business' Philanthropy and Leadership (MNGT 411) course this spring awarded $10,000 in grants to two Lincoln nonprofits supporting mental and behavioral health. The funding, distributed through the Strive to Thrive Lincoln project, went to HopeSpoke and Lutheran Family Services. The student-led project, launched i more PR

NEW YORK, April 30 -- The State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry issued the following news: * * * ESF Students Honored with Chancellor's Awards for Student Excellence Two students from the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) received the 2026 Chancellor's Awards for Student Excellence, the highest honor SUNY bestows upon graduating students. Gabrielle "Gabby" Augustin-Orcel and Raymond Bailey were recognized for integrating outstanding  more PR

FORT WORTH, Texas, April 28 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * Tania Ghani receives UNT Health's Lighting the Way Award * Tania Ghani, assistant vice president of the Office of Research Compliance at UNT Healt Fort Worth, has been named this year's recipient of the Lighting the Way Award, a prestigious recognition honoring individuals who exemplify UNT Health's values through exceptional leadership and service. The Lighting the Way Award rec more PR

ITHACA, New York, April 30 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Ten inducted into Bouchet Honor Society * Ten Cornell doctoral candidates have been inducted into the Cornell chapter of the Edward Alexander Bouchet Graduate Honor Society. The Bouchet Society recognizes outstanding scholarly achievement and service and promotes excellence in doctoral education and the professoriate. Its network of scholars exemplifies academic and personal excellence, character, leadership, more PR

SEGUIN, Texas, May 1 -- Texas Lutheran University issued the following news: * * * Texas Lutheran University Sumners Scholar Announced: Andie Lozano-Lomeli Awarded $40,000 Scholarship Andie Lozano-Lomeli, a sophomore communication studies and political science double major at Texas Lutheran University was recently awarded a $40,000 scholarship by the Sumners Foundation of Irving, Texas. Scholarships are awarded by the Foundation based on civic engagement, academic excellence, a capacity for l more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, April 29 -- Texas Southern University posted the following news: * * * Texas Southern University Celebrates Launch of Association of HBCU Research Institutions, Strengthening Pathway to National Research Leadership * Texas Southern University today joined fellow leading Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Washington, D.C., for the official launch of the Association of HBCU Research Institutions (AHRI), a transformative national collaboration designed to expand res more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 28 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * Three UT San Antonio researchers honored with inaugural Texas Innovation Awards * Three faculty researchers from The University of Texas at San Antonio were celebrated with the inaugural Texas Innovation Award, a new statewide award recognizing leadership in translating academic research into real-world impact. The awards were presented during the Texas Innovation Conference & Awards on Apr more PR

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sarah Trembath, interim director of the Antiracist Research and Policy Center at American University, received the Inclusive Excellence Award for her work in advancing equity through teaching and institutional leadership. Along with this honor, Trembath accepted an appointment to serve as Director of the Antiracist Research and Policy Center for a three-year term. College of Arts and Sciences Dean Linda Aldoory stated that Trembath's teaching addresses equity and justice more PR

TUSKEGEE, Alabama, May 2 -- The Tuskegee University posted the following news: * * * Dr. Mark A. Brown Delivers Keynote Address at 39th Annual Scholarship Convocation Honoring 75 Bahamian Scholars Tuskegee awarded honoree Micah Moss a presidential scholarship to enroll in the fall Crystal Drake What happens when you invest early, instill confidence and provide mentors and a roadmap? The Bahamas Alpha Educational and Leadership Foundation knows the answer. The organization has been preparin more PR

TUSKEGEE, Alabama, May 2 -- The Tuskegee University posted the following news: * * * Tuskegee's A2MEND chapter is finding solutions and success for young Black men The group will stay focused on their strategic planning throughout the summer Crystal Drake Wiping sweat from his brow, just back to campus from a road trip to Montgomery to pack lunches and meals at a food pantry with other members of Tuskegee's chapter of African American Male Education Network & Development (A2MEND), chapter p more PR

LA JOLLA, California, April 29 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * UC San Diego Debate Team Dominates with National and International Wins * Key Takeaways * UC San Diego's Speech & Debate team turned years of regional success into a breakout season on national and international stages. * University support helped students travel farther, compete more broadly and earn major wins. * The team has grown into a large, diverse and close-knit  more PR

ORLANDO, Florida, April 28 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * UCF Assistant Professor Named Among Nation's Top Nurse Leaders * More than 5,000 nurse leaders gathered in Chicago last month for the American Organization for Nursing Leadership's annual conference, aimed at shaping the future of healthcare and recognizing those who are already driving it forward. Among them: Assistant Professor Joy Parchment '15PhD. Parchment is one of just two nurse leaders  more PR

ORLANDO, Florida, May 1 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * UCFPD Welcomes 2 New Officers, Announces Promotions * Highlights * During UCF Public Safety's recent swearing-in ceremony, officers Brittany Lopez and Daira Yulfo-Vargas '25 joined the UCF Police Department and will enter the patrol division after completing field training. * The ceremony also recognized the promotions of four UCF Public Safety team members -Corporal Melissa Guadagnino, Jennif more PR

CLEMSON, South Carolina, May 1 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * Ufuk Ersoy named Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs in Clemson's College of Architecture, Art and Construction * College of Architecture, Art and Construction Clemson University's College of Architecture, Art and Construction ( CAAC ) has selected Ufuk Ersoy, Ph.D., as its new Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs, recognizing his commitment to faculty development, collaboration and academic leadership. Er more PR

AMHERST, Massachusetts, April 28 -- The University of Massachusetts posted the following news: * * * UMass ADVANCE Seeks Applications for Leaders of Research * UMass ADVANCE is now seeking applications from faculty members and librarians to serve as a Leader of Research on the ADVANCE Leadership Team.The ADVANCE Leadership Team works collaboratively to build and promote knowledge-driven research and solutions for faculty equity on campus. The team spans the research-practice continuum throug more PR

BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 29 -- The University of Massachusetts Boston campus issued the following news: * * * CEHD Professor Receives National Award for Research on Equity and Social Justice in Teacher Education Madeline Kaprich Associate Professor and Department Chair of Urban Education, Leadership, Dr. Abiola Farinde-Wu has received Division K's 2026 Innovations in Research on Equity and Social Justice in Teaching and Teacher Education Award for her work in advancing understanding of e more PR

COLLEGE PARK, Maryland, April 23 -- The University of Maryland issued the following news release: * * * UMD President and Political Scientist Elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences Darryll J. Pines, Janelle Wong to Be Inducted for Educational Leadership, Study of Asian American Experience * Two members of the University of Maryland faculty have been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, one of the nation's oldest and most prestigious honorary societies, the institu more PR

ADELPHI, Maryland, April 27 -- The University of Maryland Global Campus issued the following news: * * * Cybersecurity Practitioners with Purpose UMGC alumnae build companies, programs, and future leaders * Entrepreneurs and cybersecurity experts excel in seeing the bigger picture. At University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC), that wide-angle view has helped alumnae turn expertise into leadership and service. Doing what others haven't Tiffany Tremont '18, who earned a Master of Scien more PR

GRAND FORKS, North Dakota, April 30 -- The University of North Dakota issued the following news release: * * * UND College of Education & Human Development hosts inaugural Torchbearer Awards Awardees praised college for support in their personal and professional endeavors at UND * UND's College of Education & Human Development (CEHD) hosted its inaugural Torchbearer Awards on April 16, recognizing excellence in leadership, innovation, service and mentorship in what will become an annual eve more PR

BALTIMORE, Maryland, April 28 -- The University of Baltimore posted the following news: * * * University of Baltimore to Showcase AI Leadership at National AI+ Expo, May 7-9 * UBalt at the Forefront of AI Learning The University of Baltimore will showcase its innovative approach to artificial intelligence education at the AI+ Expo, May 7-9, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. As the lead organizer for UBalt's participation in the expo, the Merrick School of  more PR

STORRS, Connecticut, April 29 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news: * * * Multiplying Curiosity, Technology, and Opportunity * At the 30th anniversary of the Vergnano Institute for Impact's Multiply Your Options (MYO) conference, the room buzzes with the energy of 150 middle school girls. With all eyes on the stage, Teresa Boyd Cowles, founder of the MYO conference, takes the stage. "Let's get loud," she tells the crowd of young women. It isn't just a call for volum more PR

DUBUQUE, Iowa, April 27 -- The University of Dubuque issued the following news release: * * * University of Dubuque President Emeritus Rev. Jeffrey F. Bullock to Receive Honorary Degree The University of Dubuque will honor the longest-serving president in its history with an honorary degree during the University's Spring Commencement at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, May 2, 2026, on campus in the Chlapaty Recreation and Wellness Center. UD President Emeritus Jeffrey F. Bullock, PhD, will be awarded a d more PR

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, April 21 -- The University of Indianapolis issued the following news release: * * * Seven Indiana High Schools Earn Early College Endorsement, Expanding Access to College Credit Across the State The Center of Excellence in Leadership of Learning (CELL) at the University of Indianapolis has recognized seven Indiana high schools as endorsed Early College High Schools, marking a significant step forward in expanding access to college credit and postsecondary success across more PR

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, April 22 -- The University of Minnesota issued the following news release: * * * University of Minnesota's Northrop achieves LEED O+M gold certification for sustainability efforts The University of Minnesota has achieved a major sustainability milestone: Northrop, one of the university's most iconic and historic buildings, is now Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) v4.1 Operations & Maintenance (O+M) Gold certified through the U.S. Green Building Counc more PR

WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSxrep) -- University of Pennsylvania leadership is redefining the impact of academic scholarship by bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and public action. Emily Falk, vice dean of the Annenberg School for Communication, is spearheading initiatives to ensure research addressing misinformation and climate change travels beyond academic journals into policy debates and everyday life. Emily Falk, vice dean and professor of communication, has established four schoo more PR

PHOENIX, Arizona, April 29 -- The University of Phoenix issued the following news release: * * * University of Phoenix Luminaries Honored * Event recognizes distinguished alumni whose leadership demonstrates the long-term value of education designed for working adults University of Phoenix honored exceptional graduates during its inaugural Alumni Luminaries Celebration, held April 17-19, 2026, in Phoenix, Arizona. The awards program highlighted alumni whose leadership and professional achi more PR

TACOMA, Washington, April 30 -- The University of Puget Sound posted the following news: * * * University of Puget Sound Student Honored for Civic Leadership and Community Impact * University of Puget Sound student Tdohasan Sunray '27 received a President and Chancellor's Student Civic Leadership Award during an April 17 ceremony at The Museum of Flight at Boeing Field. The award, sponsored by the Washington Campus Coalition for the Public Good, recognizes outstanding college student civic l more PR

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, April 30 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * University-hosted symposium demonstrates cyber leadership * As a leader in preparing students for careers in cyber and national security, William & Mary was selected to host the 2026 Virtual Institutes for Cyber and Electromagnetic Spectrum Research and Employ (VICEROY) symposium. Held at the Alumni House April 14-16, the event emphasized empowering cyber-spectrum leaders by aligning critical technologies more PR

LAS VEGAS, Nevada, April 30 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * UNLV Senior Turns Leadership Into Action * In classrooms and community centers across Southern Nevada, Kyle "Kai" Fairweather asks students a simple question: What do you believe is possible for your future? More than 3,000 young people have answered that question through workshops he designed to help them build confidence, set goals, and take action. Fairweather, a senior studying i more PR

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, April 30 -- The University of New Mexico posted the following news: * * * UNM Anderson associate professor releases new book on gender and leadership * Anderson Associate Professor Lisa Marchiondo is bringing renewed attention to critical issues through her recently released book, Gender and Leadership: Shattering the Status Quo. Serving as editor, Marchiondo collaborated with leading scholars from around the world to present research that challenges common misconcep more PR

OMAHA, Nebraska, May 1 -- The University of Nebraska Omaha Campus issued the following news: * * * UNO Bets on Innovation and Growth at Strategy Forum UNO leaders discussed financial strategies and new ways to reach potential students. * University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) faculty and staff gathered on April 27 in the Thompson Alumni Center for the 2026 Strategy Forum hosted by Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, for a transparent conversation about the university's financial strategy and h more PR

VERMILLION, South Dakota, April 27 -- The University of South Dakota posted the following news: * * * USD Announces 2026-27 President's Executive Leadership Institute Cohort The program, which is entering its eighth year, is designed to develop university leaders by providing USD employees with a meaningful professional development experience spanning an academic year. Programming is focused on deepening participants' understanding of higher education and USD's context, strengthening leadersh more PR

VERMILLION, South Dakota, April 30 -- The University of South Dakota posted the following news: * * * USD Sanford School of Medicine and Mayo Pediatric Residents Engage in Trauma-Informed Care Training * Held at USD's Parry Center for Clinical Skills & Simulation, the one-day retreat brought together 27 pediatric residents from both institutions, along with program leadership, faculty facilitators and standardized patients. The event emphasized hands-on learning through realistic clinical sc more PR

VERMILLION, South Dakota, April 30 -- The University of South Dakota posted the following news: * * * USD School of Health Sciences Names 2026 Award Winners * Each year, the school presents awards to individuals, nominated by their peers, who exemplify excellence in student-centered values. Nominees are selected based on their noteworthy contributions to the School of Health Sciences in teaching, research, leadership, service and academic excellence. "The School of Health Sciences is incre more PR

BETHESDA, Maryland, April 28 -- The Uniformed Services University posted the following news: * * * USU Excellence in Flight: Air Force Personnel Earn Top Quarterly and Annual Honors * In This Article * Strategic Leadership and Academic Innovation * Force Support and Administration * Mentorship and Operational Readiness U.S. Air Force personnel assigned to the Uniformed Services University (USU) have recently been recognized with both quarterly and Air Force-level annual awards, h more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 28 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * UT San Antonio announces Jenny Jones as Senior Vice President for Governmental Relations * The University of Texas at San Antonio today announced the appointment of Jenny Jones as Senior Vice President for Governmental Relations, a key leadership role that will advance the university's priorities at the state and federal levels and strengthen its impact across Texas. Jones brings a distingu more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 29 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU School of Business announces launch of Institute for Free Enterprise Funded with gifts of more than $11 million from donors, the institute will prepare students to better understand the free enterprise system and serve as a hub for thought leadership and dialogue on how free enterprise can work for more people. By Leila Ugincius The Virginia Commonwealth University School of Business announ more PR

VILLANOVA, Pennsylvania, April 28 -- Villanova University issued the following news release: * * * Villanova University Names Liz Kennedy Walsh as Vice President for University Communication and Marketing * VILLANOVA, Pa. (April 28, 2026)- Villanova University has announced the appointment of Liz Kennedy Walsh '89 MA as Vice President for University Communication and Marketing, effective Aug. 17, 2026. The appointment follows a national search that attracted a highly competitive pool of cand more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 28 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Krista Scott named an American Council on Education fellow The VCU strategic enrollment administrator will spend a year in the program, which is designed to prepare participants for senior leadership positions at colleges and universities. By David Slipher, L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs The American Council on Education has selected Krista Scott, Ed.D., associate vic more PR

ETTRICK, Virginia, April 30 -- Virginia State University posted the following news: * * * Virginia State University Named A Founding Member Of National HBCU Coalition Advancing Toward Top Research Status * VSU will help expand research excellence, accelerate discovery, and advance efforts to grow the number of HBCUs achieving Carnegie Research 1 (R1) classification. Virginia State University is among 15 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) named as founding members of the A more PR

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 29 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Partnership expands access to clean water in Mexico Virginia Tech and community partners in Mexico are expanding rainwater harvesting systems that strengthen local resilience and support Indigenous leadership. * In the mountains of southern Mexico, where communities have long relied on seasonal rains, Virginia Tech is working alongside local partners to strengthen access to clean water and support regional resi more PR

WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina, April 30 -- Wake Forest University posted the following news: * * * Wake Forest receives $5 million to expand the role of character-based leadership in legal education * The Wake Forest University School of Law and the Program for Leadership and Character have announced a new $5 million grant from the Kern Family Foundation to continue and expand the role of character in legal education on campus and beyond. The grant, "Leadership and Character in the Law: From more PR

MACOMB, Illinois, April 29 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * WIU Anthropology Program Celebrates Outstanding Student Ambassadors * Western Illinois University Department of Anthropology and Sociology is proud to recognize three exceptional students who have gone above and beyond as Anthropology student ambassadors of this year: Grace Fuhrer, Isabella Hanley and Ellie McBride during the academic year.  Through their leadership and volunteer efforts have more PR

BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, April 27 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news: * * * WKU's Chapter of the National Society of Leadership and Success inducts 50 new members * WKU's Chapter of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) inducted 50 new members to the society on Thursday (April 23). The NSLS is an organization that provides a life-changing leadership program that helps students achieve personal growth, career success and empowers them to have a positive more PR

BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, April 27 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news: * * * WKU's Chapter of the National Society of Leadership and Success inducts 50 news members * WKU's Chapter of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) inducted 50 new members to the society on Thursday (April 23). The NSLS is an organization that provides a life-changing leadership program that helps students achieve personal growth, career success and empowers them to have a positive more PR

YORK, Pennsylvania, May 1 -- York College of Pennsylvania issued the following news: * * * York College Board of Trustees Extends Contract of President Dr. Thomas Burns The York College of Pennsylvania Board of Trustees has approved a five-year contract extension for President Thomas Burns, Ph.D., reaffirming its confidence in his leadership and the College's strong upward momentum. Dr. Burns joined York College as its fifth president in July 2023 and has led the college into a period of str more PR

SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, May 1 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news: * * * Your Majesty's Management * Maheshika Halbeisen's thoughtful book about Queen Elizabeth II is styled as a remembrance of the queen's 70-year reign, although our business readers should see it as a leadership manual masquerading as a biography. The book comprises an excellent list of virtues important to any type of leader -from monarch to middle manager, from politician to CEO. That a monarch, however more PR