DOEd Rule: Adjustment of Civil Monetary Penalties for Inflation
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- The U.S. Department of Education has issued a rule (34 CFR Part 36 and 668), published in the Federal Register on Jan. 30, 2023, entitled "Adjustment of Civil Monetary Penalties for Inflation."
The rule was issued by Secretary Miguel Cardona.
DATES: These regulations are effective January 30, 2023. The adjusted CMPs established by these regulations are applicable only to civil penalties assessed after January 30, 2023, whose associated violations occurred after November more
FAA Rule: Amendment of Alaskan Federal Airway V-531, Point Hope
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration has issued a proposed rule (14 CFR Part 71), published in the Federal Register on Jan. 30, 2022, entitled "Amendment of Alaskan Federal Airway V-531 Near Point Hope, AK."
The rule was issued by Brian Konie, acting manager of the airspace rules and regulations.
DATES: Effective date 0901 UTC, April 20, 2023. The Director of the Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under 1 C more
FTC Rule: Reporting, Waiting Period Requirements
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- The Federal Trade Commission has issued a rule (16 CFR Parts 801 and 803), published in the Federal Register on Jan. 30, 2023, entitled "Premerger Notification; Reporting and Waiting Period Requirements."
The rule was posted by Secretary April J. Tabor.
DATES: Effective February 27, 2023.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Robert Jones, Assistant Director, Premerger Notification Office, Bureau of Competition, Federal Trade Commission, 400 7th Street SW, Room CC-5301, Wash more
Interior Dept. Rule: 2023 Inflation Adjustments for Civil Monetary Penalties
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- The U.S. Department of Interior's Fish and Wildlife Service has issued a rule (50 CFR Part 11), published in the Federal Register on Jan. 30, 2023, entitled "Civil Penalties; 2023 Inflation Adjustments for Civil Monetary Penalties."
The rule was issued by Shannon A. Estenoz, assistant secretary of the Fish and Wildlife and Parks.
DATES: This rule is effective January 30, 2023.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Douglas Ault, Special Agent in Charge, Headquarters Investiga more
USDA: Miscellaneous Amendments for Instrument Flight Rules Altitudes
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration has issued a rule (14 CFR Part 95), published in the Federal Register on Jan. 30, 2023, entitled "IFR Altitudes; Miscellaneous Amendments."
The rule was issued by Thomas J. Nichols, aviation safety and flight standards service manager in the Flight Procedures and Airspace Group at the Flight Technologies and Procedures Division.
DATES: Effective 0901 UTC, February 23, 2023.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION C more
FAA Rule: Amends Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range Federal Airways in Vicinity of Yankton, S.D.
WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration has issued a rule (14 CFR Part 71), published in the Federal Register on Jan. 30, 2022, entitled "Amendment of V-181 and T-400, and Revocation of V-250 and the Yankton, SD, Low Altitude Reporting Point in the Vicinity of Yankton, SD."
The rule was notice was issued by Brian Konie, acting manager of the airspace rules and regulations.
DATES: Effective date 0901 UTC, April 20, 2023. The Director of the more
Justice Dept. Rule: Civil Monetary Penalties Inflation Adjustments for 2023
WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- The U.S. Department of Justice has issued a rule (28 CFR Part 85), published in the Federal Register on Jan. 30, 2022, entitled "Civil Monetary Penalties Inflation Adjustments for 2023."
The rule was issued by Hampton Y. Dellinger, assistant attorney general in the Office of Legal Policy.
DATES: This rule is effective January 30, 2023.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Robert Hinchman, Senior Counsel, Office of Legal Policy, U.S. Department of Justice, Room 4252 RFK Buil more
USDA Rule: Handling Regulations for California Imported Kiwifruit
WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Marketing Service has issued a rule (7 CFR Part 920 and 944), published in the Federal Register on Jan. 30, 2022, entitled "California and Imported Kiwifruit; Handling Regulations."
The rule was issued by Associate Administrator Erin Morris.
DATES: Effective March 1, 2023.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Barry Broadbent, Senior Marketing Specialist, or Gary Olson, Regional Director, Western Region Field Office, Market D more
USDA Rule: Rural EConnectivity Program
WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Utilities Service has issued a rule (7 CFR Part 1740), published in the Federal Register on Jan. 30, 2022, entitled "Rural eConnectivity Program."
The rule was issued by Administrator Andrew Berke.
DATES: Effective date: This final rule is effective May 1, 2023. Comment date: Comments due on or before March 31, 2023.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For general inquiries, contact Laurel Leverrier, Assistant Administrator Teleco more
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'Come Talk To Me': New Dean Of Students Encourages Students To Introduce Him To Roger
BRISTOL, Rhode Island, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Roger Williams University issued the following news:
The week before his official start as the Associate Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students at Roger Williams University, Derek Zuckerman was already finding a home on campus and cheering on the RWU Men's and Women's Basketball teams at their home games.
As part of his new role as a member of the Student Life leadership team, which began Jan. 23, Zuckerman will oversee the departments o more
Adelphi's New Division Of University Human Resources, Safety And Administration
GARDEN CITY, New York, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Adelphi University issued the following news:
Adelphi University Executive Leadership is pleased to announce that Chief Human Resources Officer John Siderakis is now overseeing the newly formed division of University Human Resources, Safety and Administration. Vice President of University Wellness, Safety and Administration Gene Palma will retire on February 1.
The new division comprises the Office of Human Resources, the Department of Public Safety more
Alzheimer's & Dementia: The Journal Of The Alzheimer's Association Announces New Deputy Editor
CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The Alzheimer's Association issued the following news release:
Lisa Barnes, Ph.D., is the new deputy editor of Alzheimer's & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer's Association. This newly-created role is designed to reflect and adjust to the rapidly changing field of Alzheimer's and dementia research by expanding the topics covered in the journal.
Alzheimer's and Dementia: Journal of the Alzheimer's Association emphasizes interdisciplinary investigation more
Appointment Of Chief Executive Officer, Monash University Malaysia, And Pro Vice-Chancellor And President, Monash University Australia
MELBOURNE, Australia, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Monash University issued the following news:
Monash University has appointed Professor Adeeba Kamarulzaman as the University's next Chief Executive Officer, Monash University Malaysia, and Pro Vice-Chancellor and President (Malaysia), Monash University Australia, following an extensive international search process.
Professor Kamarulzaman will commence in the role in May 2023, joining Monash from Universiti Malaya (UM) in Malaysia where she is Professor more
Arizona State University's Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law: Faculty Member To Chair Sports Law And Business Program Advisory Board
PHOENIX, Arizona, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Arizona State University's Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law issued the following news:
One of the most prestigious faculty members at the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University is set to mark the start of a new chapter in his long and storied career.
Glenn Wong, Distinguished Professor of Practice and executive director of the Allan "Bud" Selig Sports Law and Business program, will soon move into a new role as chairman of the prog more
Arizona State University: Faculty Member To Chair Sports Law And Business Program Advisory Board
TEMPE, Arizona, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Arizona State University issued the following news:
One of the most prestigious faculty members at the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University is set to mark the start of a new chapter in his long and storied career.
Glenn Wong, Distinguished Professor of Practice and executive director of the Allan "Bud" Selig Sports Law and Business program, will soon move into a new role as chairman of the program's 48-member advisory board. The mov more
Arizona State University: School Of Criminology And Criminal Justice Names 1st Distinguished Visiting Professor
TEMPE, Arizona, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Arizona State University issued the following news:
A national leader in criminology is in residence at Arizona State University during the spring semester as the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice's first ever Distinguished Visiting Professor.
Valerie Jenness, a distinguished professor of criminology, law and society at the University of California, Irvine, is president-elect of the American Society of Criminology. Jenness isn't new to engaging with more
Atlantic Council Launches New Indo-Pacific Security Initiative, Names Markus Garlauskas As Director
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The Atlantic Council issued the following news release on Jan. 30, 2023:
The Atlantic Council announced today the creation of the Indo-Pacific Security Initiative (IPSI), a new program focused on Indo-Pacific strategy, alliance, and security issues. The initiative, housed in the Atlantic Council's Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security, will be led by Markus Garlauskas, a former senior US intelligence official and current Atlantic Council nonresident senior f more
Auburn: Brandon Appointed Faculty Athletics Representative And Chair Of Committee On Intercollegiate Athletics
AUBURN, Alabama, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Auburn University issued the following campus notice:
Duane Brandon, Taylor Professor and Acting Associate Dean of Research & Faculty Affairs in Auburn's Harbert College of Business, was appointed by Auburn President Christopher B. Roberts to a three-year term as the Faculty Athletic Representative and chair of the university's Committee on Intercollegiate Athletics. His term begins Feb. 1.
Brandon succeeds Beverly Marshall, the SunTrust Bank Professor in t more
Best Buy CEO Corie Barry To Chair RILA Board Of Directors
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The Retail Industry Leaders Association issued the following news release:
The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) announced Best Buy Co., Inc. Chief Executive Officer Corie Barry will serve a two-year term as chair of the association's board of directors. In addition, six new leaders were elected to join the board during the group's semi-annual meeting held yesterday.
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New board members include:
* Michelle Peluso, Chief Customer Officer & Co-Pres more
Brandywine Label Printing Announces Dave Rosen As The New President
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The Society of Chemical Manufacturers and Affiliates posted the following news release from affiliate Brandywine Label Printing on Jan. 30, 2023:
BALA CYNWYD, PA -- Brandywine Label Printing, a leading provider of labels to the chemical, pharmaceutical and petrochemical markets, is pleased to announce today the appointment of Dave Rosen as the new president.
Rosen, a label industry veteran has more than 30 years of experience, has held various executive more
Catherine Corbin Named Chief Business Innovation Officer at St. Jude
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- St. Jude Children's Research Hospital issued the following news release:
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital has appointed Catherine Corbin as the institution's first chief business innovation officer. She will partner with the CEO and other members of the institution's senior leadership team to implement the $12.9 billion, six-year St. Jude strategic plan, the largest investment in the organization's 60-year history to advance the study and treatment o more
CBIA Promotes Joaquin Pons To SVP Of Political Affairs And Communications
SACRAMENTO, California, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The California Building Industry Association issued the following news release:
The California Building Industry Association (CBIA), the leading voice for housing in California, is pleased to announce that Joaquin Pons has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Political Affairs and Communications.
"Joaquin is a seasoned strategist with deep industry and institutional experience, having played a critical role in CBIA's success in the 2022 election more
Chaw Sing HO Begins Term on ASTM International Board of Directors
WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, Pennsylvania, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- ASTM International, formerly the American Society for Testing and Materials, which develops and publishes voluntary consensus technical standards for materials, products, systems and services, issued the following news release:
Chaw Sing HO, CEO of the National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Cluster (NAMIC), a national platform hosted by the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) and supported by the National Research Foundat more
Chris Jones Tapped As Senior Director Of The NASDA Foundation
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture issued the following news release:
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Foundation is proud to announce the hiring of Chris Jones as Senior Director of the NASDA Foundation. He will lead projects and programs, strengthen partnerships and elevate the foundation's visibility.
"I feel privileged to join and work with the dynamic NASDA Foundation team. This experience will more
CompTIA Spark Welcomes New Executives To Its Board Of Advisors
OAKBROOK TERRACE, Illinois, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- CompTIA issued the following news release:
Two executives with vast experience in a range of disciplines and markets, from IT talent acquisition to cyber defense, have joined the CompTIA Spark Board of Advisors, the social innovation and impact arm of CompTIA that aims to deliver high-quality tech education for middle school students of all backgrounds.
Masha Sedova is the co-founder and president of Elevate Security, an all-in-one insider risk m more
Concordia-Chicago Welcomes Rev. Dr. Chad Kendall As Assistant Provost For Mission & Identity
FOREST, Illinois, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Concordia University Chicago issued the following news:
Rev. Dr. Chad Kendall has been named assistant provost for mission & identity, as well as visiting assistant professor of theology, at Concordia University Chicago. He will play a key part in ensuring that the University continues to live out its mission faithfully.
His responsibilities will include recruiting qualified, mission-minded faculty and administrators, as well as leading employee developmen more
CUNY-Graduate School of Public Health: Terry McGovern Named Senior Associate Dean For Academic And Student Affairs
NEW YORK, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The City University of New York's Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy issued the following news release:
The City University of New York Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy (CUNY SPH) has appointed Terry M. McGovern, JD to the role of Senior Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs.
McGovern joins CUNY SPH from the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health where she was Harriet and Robert H. Heilbrunn Professor and Ch more
DIRTT Announces Leadership Changes
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The Modular Building Institute issued the following news release from its member company DIRTT on Jan. 30, 2023:
DIRTT, a global leader in industrialized construction, today announced the departure of Jeff Dopheide as the Company's Chief Revenue Officer.
Benjamin Urban, CEO, commented, "On behalf of the Board of Directors and everyone at DIRTT, I'd like to thank Mr. Dopheide for his contributions to the company and wish him all the best. We remain more
Dr. Anne Power Named Academic Dean Of Business & Information Technology At DMACC Ankeny Campus
ANKENY, Iowa, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Des Moines Area Community College issued the following news release:
Dr. Anne Power, formerly of Sioux City, has been hired as a new Academic Dean of Business & Information Technology at the DMACC Ankeny Campus.
Dr. Power comes to DMACC from Wayne State College in Wayne, Neb., where she served as the Dean of the School of Business and Technology, and oversaw the Business and Economics, Computer Technology and Information Systems, and Technology and Applied Sci more
Dr. Kathryn Howell Named UofM's First Urban Child Institute Chair Of Child Well-Being
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The University of Memphis issued the following news release:
Dr. Kathryn Howell has been named as the inaugural Urban Child Institute (UCI) Chair of Child Well-Being at the University of Memphis. This endowed chair will allow Howell to expand her work in the assessment and treatment of childhood trauma, its impact across the lifespan, intergenerational effects of adversity and strengths-based interventions to enhance resilience across the family system.
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Dr. Thomas Sheeran Elected First Vice President Of The NYS Magistrates
NIAGARA, New York, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Niagara University issued the following news:
Longtime professor of education Dr. Thomas Sheeran was elected to the position of first vice president of the New York State Magistrate's Association.
The association represents more than 2,200 town and village judges in the 1,300 local courts across New York state.
In addition to his more than 50-year tenure on the faculty of Niagara University's College of Education, Dr. Sheeran has also served as the town more
Governor Carney Announces Chief Diversity Officer at Department of Human Resources
WILMINGTON, Delaware, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Gov. John C. Carney, D-Delaware, issued the following news release:
Governor John Carney announced the appointment of Richard M. Potter, Jr. to serve as the State of Delaware's Chief Diversity Officer. He will oversee the Department of Human Resources' (DHR) Division of Diversity and Inclusion and lead the state's commitment to maintaining a state government workforce that is reflective of the state's population.
As Chief Diversity Officer, Potter will more
Governor DeSantis Appoints Dr. Watson Ducatel to the Board of Osteopathic Medicine
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Dr. Watson Ducatel to the Board of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Watson Ducatel
Dr. Ducatel is the Owner and Physician of Healthy Bodies Medical Center. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of the American College of Osteopathic Internists and is a current member of the Florida Medical Association. Dr. Ducatel earned his bachelor's more
Governor DeSantis Appoints Leah Valenti as Charlotte County Supervisor of Elections
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Leah Valenti as Charlotte County Supervisor of Elections.
Leah Valenti
Valenti, of Port Charlotte, is the External Affairs Manager for TECO Peoples Gas. She previously served as the Southwest Florida District Director to Senator Rick Scott and District Director to Congressman Thomas Rooney.
She is currently a board member of the YMCA of more
Governor Mills Nominates Carlos Mello to Serve as CEO of the Finance Authority of Maine
AUGUSTA, Maine, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Gov. Janet Mills, D-Maine, issued the following news release on Jan. 30, 2023:
Governor Janet Mills today nominated Carlos R. Mello of Camden to serve as CEO of the Finance Authority of Maine (FAME). Mello - who brings more than thirty-five years of experience in banking, lending, investment, and finance to the position - has served in the role in an acting capacity since February 2021.
"As Acting CEO of FAME, Carlos has drawn upon his knowledge, experience, more
Governor Mills Nominates Executive Director for New Office of Affordable Health Care
AUGUSTA, Maine, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Gov. Janet Mills, D-Maine, issued the following news release on Jan. 30, 2023:
Governor Janet Mills announced today that she has nominated Meg Garratt-Reed, Director of the Office of the Health Insurance Marketplace at the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, as Executive Director of the new Office of Affordable Health Care.
The Office of Affordable Health Care is an independent, nonpartisan executive agency intended to analyze drivers of health ca more
Governor Scott Appoints Farzana Leyva Orleans County State's Attorney
MONTPELIER, Vermont, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Gov. Phil Scott, R-Vermont, issued the following news release on Jan. 30, 2023:
Governor Phil Scott today announced the appointment of Farzana Leyva, of Westfield, as Orleans County state's attorney.
Farzana has served as acting state's attorney since Governor Scott appointed former state's attorney Jennifer Barrett to the superior court. Judge Barrett was the only candidate on the ballot for state's attorney and cannot assume the role, leaving the vaca more
Hudson Named Assistant Dean For Health Services Research For UAMS College Of Medicine
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The University of Arkansas's School of Medical Sciences issued the following news release:
The University of Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine named Teresa Hudson, Pharm.D., Ph.D., as assistant dean for health services research.
She joins Vice Dean Jessica Snowden, M.D., and Assistant Dean Paul Drew, Ph.D., on the college's research leadership team.
"We are excited to add Dr. Hudson to our research leadership team in College of Medicine," s more
IFPI Appoints Adriana Restrepo As Latin America And Caribbean Regional Director
LONDON, England, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry issued the following news:
IFPI, the organisation that represents the recording industry worldwide, has appointed Adriana Restrepo to the role of Regional Director for Latin America and the Caribbean.
From 1st February 2023, Adriana will lead IFPI's work across the Latin American and Caribbean region to promote the value of recorded music, expand its commercial uses and campaign for the rights of rec more
IIF Announces Future Leaders Class Of 2023
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The Institute of International Finance issued the following news release on Jan. 30, 2023:
The Institute of International Finance (IIF) announced today the IIF Future Leaders Class of 2023. Participants were nominated by their firms based on a track record of achievement and their potential to become a leader in global finance. The Class of 2023 represents the 10-year anniversary of the Future Leaders Group, which convenes some of best and brightest industry prof more
IU East Announces New Director Of Gift Development
BLOOMINGTON, Indiana, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Indiana University East campus issued the following news:
Indiana University East has a new director of Gift Development.
Rae Marie Buchholz will lead IU East's overall fundraising initiatives, foster relationships with alumni and friends of the campus, and develop philanthropic support for campus initiatives, programs, and scholarships.
Previously, Buchholz was the director of Academic Advising at IU East. She began her new role in Gift Development o more
Katherine Baicker Appointed Provost of University of Chicago
CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The University of Chicago issued the following news:
Katherine Baicker, the Emmett Dedmon Professor and dean of the Harris School of Public Policy, has been appointed the next provost of the University of Chicago, effective March 20. Baicker succeeds Provost Ka Yee C. Lee, who will transition into the role of executive vice president for strategic initiatives.
President Paul Alivisatos announced Baicker's appointment in a Jan. 30 message to the University more
Keuka's College New Director Of Student Engagement And Leadership Sees 'Powerful' Opportunity
KEUKA PARK, New York, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Keuka College issued the following news release:
As Keuka College students return to campus for the Spring 2023 semester, they'll be greeted by a new partner in academic achievement. RaKim "RahK" Lash has been named to the newly created position of Director of Student Leadership & Engagement.
"I'm excited to step into a role of helping students on their self-defined path to success," said RahK, who began his role Dec. 12, just as students were taking f more
Khayat Named Vice Chancellor For Research And Innovation
ROLLA, Missouri, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Missouri University of Science and Technology issued the following news:
Dr. Kamal Khayat, the Vernon and Maralee Jones Professor of Civil Engineering at Missouri S&T, will become vice chancellor for research and innovation effective Feb. 1.
Khayat has served as interim vice chancellor for research and innovation since Sept. 1, 2021. He joined S&T as the Jones Professor in 2011.
"Dr. Khayat is an exceptional leader, a renowned researcher and a true possibi more
Knowledge Murphy Named AFT's New Western Solar Specialist
BELLINGHAM, Washington, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The American Farmland Trust issued the following news release:
American Farmland Trust has named Knowledge Murphy as its first Western Solar Specialist to help develop and implement AFT's strategy at the intersection of solar energy generation and farmland conservation.
"This new position is critical in enabling AFT to launch research, develop programming, and inform policy across the West that will further our Smart Solar principles," said Addie Ca more
Le Moyne Names Eileen Angelini Dean Of The College Of Arts And Sciences
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Le Moyne College issued the following news release:
After conducting a national search, Le Moyne College is pleased to announce that it has appointed Eileen M. Angelini, Ph.D., to serve as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences beginning July 1, 2023.
Angelini earned her Ph.D. and M.A. in French Studies from Brown University and her B.A. in French from Middlebury College. Among her professional appointments, she has served as professor of French at Can more
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Abt Associates, a research, evaluation and program implementation company, issued the following news release:
ZeAmma Brathwaite, a long-time partner to the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), has joined Abt Associates as the company's new CMS client account lead. Brathwaite has almost 20 years of experience partnering with private organizations and federal agencies to improve access to care and health outcomes for individuals and commun more
Maria Anastassiathe To Teach Greek Language At IWP
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The Institute of World Politics issued the following news release:
This semester, new IWP language professor Maria Anastassiathe is teaching a course on the Greek language.
This class will help students to develop basic Greek language skills and knowledge of modern Greece. The course uses text, audio, practice, and exercises to help students learn how to listen, speak, read, and write modern Greek. Alphabet, sounds, specialized and basic vocabulary, formulaic/id more
Matthew Larkin Joins BIDMC As Chief Operating Officer
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center issued the following news release:
Matthew Larkin has joined Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) as Chief Operating Officer (COO). Larkin will oversee key strategies for directing and administering operations across the medical center in support of BIDMC's mission to provide extraordinary care where the patient comes first supported by world-class education and research.
"Matthew is an exceptional, thought more
MHA Announces New Board Chair, Award Recipients At Its 86th Annual Meeting
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 31 (TNSper)(TNSawa) -- The Massachusetts Health and Hospital Association issued the following news on Jan. 30, 2023:
Christine Schuster, R.N., the president & CEO of Emerson Health, was elected as chair of the MHA Board of Trustees at the association's annual meeting last Thursday. She succeeds Kevin Churchwell, M.D., the president & CEO of Boston Children's Hospital, and will serve a one-year term.
"It is a distinct honor to take on the position as MHA Board Chair more
Milligan College: Joshua Little Named Director Of The Ministry Leadership Program
MILLIGAN, Tennessee, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Milligan College issued the following news release on Jan. 30, 2023:
Milligan University alumnus Dr. Joshua Little ('11) has been selected as the university's next director of the Ministry Leadership Program (MLP) effective March 20.
Launched in 2018, Milligan's MLP program is designed to prepare a new generation of experienced church leaders by combining the university's esteemed academics with greater practical ministry experience and mentorship.
Lit more
Monash University Helping To Inform The National Rail Manufacturing Plan
MELBOURNE, Australia, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Monash University issued the following news on Jan. 30, 2023:
The Monash Institute of Railway Technology (IRT) today welcomed Senator the Hon Tim Ayres, Assistant Minister for Manufacturing and Assistant Minister for Trade, who toured the internationally recognised track and vehicle railway research centre.
The Assistant Minister is responsible for the development of the National Rail Manufacturing Plan which seeks to support the domestic rail industry more
National Aquarium Promotes Nabila Chami to Vice President, Strategic Alignment
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The National Aquarium issued the following news release:
The National Aquarium is pleased to announce the promotion of Nabila Chami to vice president, strategic alignment. In this new role, she will be tasked with aligning cross-functional strategic efforts, ensuring the organization's work advances revenue and reputation goals. This position serves in a leadership capacity on various organizational steering committees responsible for developing long-ran more
National Human Genome Research Institute: Michael Smith Retires After Helping Genomic Technologies Flourish
BETHESDA, Maryland, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The National Institutes of Health's National Human Genome Research Institute issued the following news release:
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From researcher to program director, Smith looks back on his 30-year career at NIH.
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Not many people publish their first scientific paper while in high school. For Michael Smith, Ph.D., that feat was the beginning of many scientific endeavors that took him from researching feral pigs to leading a world-class grants program in genom more
NCRLA Board Elects New Slate of Officers for 2023
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association issued the following news release:
At its annual meeting in Raleigh on Jan. 30, the North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (NCRLA) Board elected Greensboro restaurateur, Burney Jennings, to serve as chair for a one-year term.
He was sworn in by the board of directors along with a new slate of officers including Tom Pashley from Pinehurst Resort as Vice Chair; Jason Smith from 18 Restau more
Outdoor Policy Leader Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation Welcomes New Members to Board of Directors
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation issued the following news release:
Last week, the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation (CSF) Board of Directors (Board) welcomed new members to the Board rounding out a full slate of individuals representing various industries who all share in the mission of working with the Foundation's leadership and staff to protect and advance our outdoor heritage. This latest round of members include Peder von Harten, President Nichol more
Pa. House Republicans: Roae Named Republican Chairman of House State Government Committee
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans issued the following news release on Jan. 30, 2023:
State Rep. Brad Roae (R-Crawford/Erie) today announced he has been selected to serve as the Republican chairman of the House State Government Committee for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.
The House State Government Committee is responsible for reviewing legislation dealing with all aspects of state government, including proposed amendments to the Pennsylvania Co more
Past Transylvania President Named Executive Director Of Bingham Program For Excellence
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Transylvania University issued the following news:
The Board of Trust for the Bingham Program for Excellence in Teaching at Transylvania University has named Dr. John Norton Williams Jr. as its executive director. Williams, a 1974 graduate of Transylvania, has served the university in several capacities, including as a member of the Board of Trustees, a former member of the Bingham Trust board and, most recently, as 27th president of the institution.
"I more
Pierrette McIntire Named as EEOC's New Chief Information Officer
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release on Jan. 30, 2023:
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has announced the appointment of Pierrette McIntire to a key Senior Executive Service (SES) position at the agency. McIntire has been named as the new chief information officer (CIO) of the EEOC.
"The EEOC is fortunate to have Pierrette McIntire in this important role," said EEOC Chair Charlotte A. Burrows. "Her more
SFA Regents Select Westbrook For 10th President, Announce Mid-Year Salary Increase For University Employees
NACOGDOCHES, Texas, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news:
During its two-day quarterly meeting, the Stephen F. Austin State University Board of Regents selected Dr. Steve Westbrook to serve as 10th president until his retirement in May. The board also announced a fiscal year 2023 mid-year salary increase for university employees.
Westbrook selected as 10th president
The board unanimously voted to remove "interim" from Westbrook's title of interim pr more
Sweet Potato Researcher Joins LSU-Ag Center
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The Louisiana State University Ag Center issued the following news:
Amid a sweet potato season hit hard by volatile weather patterns, the LSU AgCenter added a new researcher to focus on the management of diseases in Louisiana's most lucrative food crop.
Imana Power was appointed in September as an assistant professor in the Department of Plant Pathology and Crop Physiology. She is gearing her work toward developing disease resistance, producing "clea more
TELEVISION ACADEMY FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD MEMBERS
LOS ANGELES, California, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The Television Academy Foundation issued the following news release on Jan. 30, 2023:
The Television Academy Foundation today named four new members to its board of directors: Scott Evans, entertainment journalist, television personality and host of Access Hollywood; Alix Jaffe, executive vice president, television, at Village Roadshow Entertainment Group; Paula Williams Madison, chairman and CEO of Madison Media Management LLC; and Babette Perry, pa more
The College For Creative Studies Announces New Dean Of Undergraduate Studies
DETROIT, Michigan, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The College for Creative Studies issued the following news:
The College for Creative Studies (CCS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Amy Ruopp as the Dean of Undergraduate Studies, effective January 2, 2023.
Ruopp came to CCS in 2019 with 25 years of education experience in a K-12 setting, originally serving as Assistant Professor and Chair of the College's Art Education program. She continues to serve in that capacity and in 2021 was named As more
The New York City Law Department Names Rachel Kaufman as New Chief of E-Discovery
NEW YORK, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The New York City Law Department issued the following news release:
New York City Corporation Counsel Sylvia O. Hinds-Radix today announced the appointment of Rachel Kaufman as Chief of the Law Department's E-Discovery Division, the team responsible for providing strategic legal guidance and technical support on all aspects of e-discovery related to the tens of thousands of pending and active cases against the City.
Kaufman brings more than a decade of experience more
TMH Welcomes Priscilla Needham as Chief Financial Officer
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare issued the following news release:
Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH) is pleased to announce Priscilla Needham as our new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Priscilla brings nearly two decades of accomplished health care financial leadership to her new role. Most recently she served as CFO of Billings Clinic, Montana's largest health care organization, which includes a 325-bed hospital, 600 providers and 4,700 employees. more
UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health: Krause To Lead Arkansas Health System And Hospital
CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The University of North Carolina's Gillings School of Global Public Health issued the following news:
Michelle W. Krause, MD, MPH, an alum of the UNC Gillings School of Global Health, has been selected for a top leadership position at University of Arkansas for Medical Health Sciences (UAMS). She will serve as senior vice chancellor for the system and chief executive officer of UAMS Medical Center, with Amed Abuabdou, MD, MBA, as chief clinical o more
Virginia Tech: Communications And Marketing Division Prepares For Stronger Alignment, Collaboration
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
Leveraging the fall semester's momentum to elevate, align, and integrate marketing and communications work across the university, Vice President of Communications and Marketing Tracy Vosburgh has announced several key appointments, including the selection of Zeke Barlow as the senior director for colleges after a national search.
Barlow, the director of communications and marketing in the College of Agriculture more
WRI Welcomes Dr. Pamela Matson to Global Board of Directors
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- The World Resources Institute issued the following news release:
World Resources Institute is pleased to announce that Dr. Pamela Matson, Goldman Professor of Environmental Studies Emerita in Stanford University's Doerr School of Sustainability, will be joining WRI's Global Board of Directors for a three-year term.
"Pamela is a global leader on sustainability with a critical understanding of nature-society systems and interdisciplinary solutions," said Ani Dasgu more
Yuba Gautam Joins Faculty At Virginia Tech Public Health Program
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 31 (TNSper) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
Yuba Gautam has joined Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine as a collegiate associate professor at the Virginia Tech Public Health Program.
"Dr. Gautam brings a comprehensive background in public health and expertise in health behavior theory, program planning implementation and evaluation, placement and supervision of practicum students, and global health. The public health faculty and staff are lo more
President Biden Issues Statement on Personnel Announcement
WASHINGTON, Jan. 26 (TNSper) -- President Biden issued the following statement on personnel announcement:
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I've known Ron Klain since he was a third-year law student. He came to work for me on the Senate Judiciary Committee, and I knew the moment he started that he was a once-in-a-generation talent with a fierce and brilliant intellect. Just as important, he has a really big heart.
I want to thank Ron and his wife Monica and their three children for their commitment to being a part of my more
