Postgraduate education

Montell Jordan announced as Alcorn State’s Commencement speaker

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Friday, May 3, 2024
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Lorman, Miss., May 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alcorn State University announces Grammy Award-winning artist Montell Jordan as its Spring 2024 Commencement speaker.

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  • Lorman, Miss., May 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alcorn State University announces Grammy Award-winning artist Montell Jordan as its Spring 2024 Commencement speaker.
  • “Montell Jordan’s remarkable journey as a musical artist and now pastor is a testament of perseverance and commitment,” said Dr. Tracy M. Cook, president.
  • We look forward to welcoming Mr. Jordan back to the Alcorn campus as he provides words of encouragement to our graduates.”
    Montell Jordan is an author, pastor, Grammy Award-winning artist, and recipient of the 2023 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.
  • Montell is a Champion Ambassador for Special Olympics North America and a public speaker on topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Alivi Health Appoints Shea Long as Chief Product Officer

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Friday, May 3, 2024
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Alivi Health, a leading provider of specialty benefits, is pleased to announce the appointment of Shea Long as Chief Product Officer (CPO).

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  • Alivi Health, a leading provider of specialty benefits, is pleased to announce the appointment of Shea Long as Chief Product Officer (CPO).
  • Long's exceptional track record in healthcare innovation, product management, and go-to-market strategies makes him the perfect fit for this position.
  • Before joining Alivi Health, Long served as the Head of Commercial Innovation at Centene, where he spearheaded the implementation of technology-based solutions to enhance health outcomes, optimize resource utilization, and improve customer satisfaction metrics.
  • As Caleb Rojas, President of Alivi Health, expressed, "Shea's reputation in the industry precedes him, and we are thrilled to have him on board as our Chief Product Officer.

The Joint Commission Enterprise Announces Four Appointments to Executive Leadership Team

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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“As The Joint Commission continues to embark on its journey of transformation, I am pleased to welcome these four dynamic leaders,” says Jonathan B. Perlin, MD, PhD, president and CEO, The Joint Commission enterprise.

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  • “As The Joint Commission continues to embark on its journey of transformation, I am pleased to welcome these four dynamic leaders,” says Jonathan B. Perlin, MD, PhD, president and CEO, The Joint Commission enterprise.
  • She was previously at the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA), where she served as the financial and revenue officer.
  • She also held senior roles in finance, operations, business intelligence and analytics at Navigant Consulting, Aon Hewitt, AT&T and CDK Global.
  • Serving as the key liaison between The Joint Commission and the healthcare safety community, she will help design services to further enhance quality and safety.

Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis Board of Directors appoints New Castle banker in special election

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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INDIANAPOLIS, April 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis (“FHLBank Indianapolis” or “Bank”) is pleased to announce a vacant seat on the Board of Directors (the “Board”) was filled during the Board’s recent 2024 special election.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, April 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis (“FHLBank Indianapolis” or “Bank”) is pleased to announce a vacant seat on the Board of Directors (the “Board”) was filled during the Board’s recent 2024 special election.
  • J. Daniel Maddox, chairman of the board and CEO of Citizens State Bank in New Castle, Ind., will serve as a Member Director representing Indiana and fill an unexpired term from April 1, 2024, to Dec. 31, 2025.
  • Maddox, who previously served as chief operating officer at Citizens, serves on the Board of the Indiana Bankers Association and the Indiana State Chamber of Commerce.
  • In early June, the Board will announce which seats will be open for the 2024 annual election.

UKG Names New President, GTM: Meet Rachel Barger

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Friday, April 19, 2024
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UKG , a leading provider of HR, payroll, workforce management, and culture solutions for all people, today announced that Rachel Barger, current Senior Vice President of the Americas at Cisco Systems, will join UKG as President, GTM on May 13, 2024.

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  • UKG , a leading provider of HR, payroll, workforce management, and culture solutions for all people, today announced that Rachel Barger, current Senior Vice President of the Americas at Cisco Systems, will join UKG as President, GTM on May 13, 2024.
  • Barger will report to UKG CEO Chris Todd and will lead all go-to-market aspects of UKG, overseeing sales, marketing, and customer relationship management.
  • “I’ve always been passionate about helping organizations succeed through technology transformation, and that’s something UKG does extremely well,” said Barger.
  • “Rachel embodies a growth mindset — something that is core to our culture at UKG — and she consistently motivates and inspires those around her,” continued Todd.

Chobani Australia Welcomes Scott Hadley as Managing Director

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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"Chobani Australia has always held a special place in my heart" said Hamdi Ulukaya, Chobani Founder and Chief Executive Officer. "Since entering the market in 2011, the team has accomplished the impossible -- we have built an Australian brand based on our Chobani values and we are now widely known for delivering food that is delicious, natural, and nutritious. At the same time, we have created new standards and expectations for what good food can be for Australians. As we thought about the leader we needed, it's clear Scott is the natural choice to lead the team in this next phase of our journey. He is proven and inspirational. He shares our passion for innovation, positively impacting humanity, and he believes deeply that food can and should be a force for good. We are thrilled to welcome Scott into the Chobani family."

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  • Joining Chobani's global Executive Leadership Team, effective today, Hadley will report to Kevin Burns, Chobani President and Chief Operating Officer.
  • Hadley brings more than 25 years of experience building premium brands, developing high-performing teams, and driving success in dynamic business landscapes.
  • "Chobani Australia has always held a special place in my heart" said Hamdi Ulukaya, Chobani Founder and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Prior to joining Chobani, Hadley was CEO at TasFoods, an ASX-listed diversified food and beverage business.

Scott Latham, Chairman of Board of Trustees, to Deliver FHU Spring Commencement Address

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Friday, April 19, 2024
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HENDERSON, Tenn., April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Scott E. Latham, newly appointed chairman of the FHU Board of Trustees, will deliver the commencement address at Freed-Hardeman University's spring graduation ceremony. The commencement will take place on May 11, 2024, at 10 a.m. in Loyd Auditorium and will mark the conclusion of FHU's 154th academic year.

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  • Scott E. Latham, newly appointed chairman of the FHU Board of Trustees, will deliver the commencement address at Freed-Hardeman University's spring graduation ceremony.
  • HENDERSON, Tenn., April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Scott E. Latham, newly appointed chairman of the FHU Board of Trustees, will deliver the commencement address at Freed-Hardeman University's spring graduation ceremony.
  • The commencement will take place on May 11, 2024, at 10 a.m. in Loyd Auditorium and will mark the conclusion of FHU's 154th academic year.
  • He is past chairman and a member of the Alliance of State Bankers Associations, a division of the American Bankers Association.

Fielding to Host Anniversary Event on Capitol Hill

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Monday, April 15, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fielding Graduate University, a premier adult education institution, will mark its 50th year with a celebration in the nation's capital that focuses on democracy and social justice.

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  • The anniversary event and luncheon, "Democracy and Social Justice at the Crossroads," will bring together scholars, advocates, alums, and visionaries on May 2 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rayburn House Office Building on Capitol Hill.
  • This anniversary event adds to the vital discourse centered on democracy, social justice, and higher education.
  • Previously, she was the host of Washington Week on PBS and a reporter for PBS NewsHour, USA Today, and The New York Times.
  • For 50 years, Fielding Graduate University has been educating leaders in pursuit of a more just and sustainable world.

LEXUS PRESENTS "TIME" AT THE 2024 MILAN DESIGN WEEK

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Monday, April 15, 2024
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MILAN, April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lexus has unveiled its installation Time at the world's largest design event, Milan Design Week, in Milan, Italy. Located in Art Point and Art Garden at the Superstudio Più in the Tortona design district, a hub for global creative convergence, the exhibit is open until April 21, 2024.

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  • MILAN, April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lexus has unveiled its installation Time at the world's largest design event, Milan Design Week, in Milan, Italy.
  • It also expresses Lexus' resolve to redefine luxury in synergy with carbon neutrality, exploring how energy and software can advance mobility innovation.
  • At Art Point, Hideki Yoshimoto/Tangent presents Beyond the Horizon, expressing a world of next-generation mobility that evolves infinitely through software.
  • Furthermore, she was appointed as an ambassador for the Dutch Design Week in 2022, enhancing her commitment to solar energy.

Zymo Research Introduces A New Graduate Student Starter Pack for Life Science Researchers

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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IRVINE, Calif., April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zymo Research Corp., a leader in biotechnology innovation, has unveiled the company's 'Graduate Student Starter Pack'.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zymo Research Corp., a leader in biotechnology innovation, has unveiled the company's 'Graduate Student Starter Pack'.
  • The 'Graduate Student Starter Pack' caters to diverse research needs with four options: DNA or RNA purification kits, Epigenetics bisulfite conversion kits, and Microbiomics sample preparation kits.
  • With the provision of crucial research tools, Zymo Research fosters a community for students and researchers to unlock tomorrow's discoveries in biology and life sciences.
  • For additional details or to Sign Up for the Graduate Student Starter Pack, please check out Zymo Research's Graduate Student Starter Pack .