University of the Cumberlands

Accelecom Empowers University of the Cumberlands with High Speed Network Connectivity

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Accelecom , a leading provider of next-generation fiber solutions announced today that it has been selected by University of the Cumberlands to provide high speed network connectivity, enabling students and faculty a distinctive campus and online experience that differentiates University of the Cumberlands.

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  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Accelecom , a leading provider of next-generation fiber solutions announced today that it has been selected by University of the Cumberlands to provide high speed network connectivity, enabling students and faculty a distinctive campus and online experience that differentiates University of the Cumberlands.
  • Accelecom CEO Brad Kilbey expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "Our mantra is Connecting the Unconnected, and this rings especially true in supporting the mission of higher education.
  • University of the Cumberlands Director of Infrastructure Kevin Grant shared his perspective, saying, "Partnering with Accelecom was a strategic move to enhance our institution's technology platform and capabilities, improving the technological experience for the Cumberlands community.
  • This collaboration between Accelecom and University of the Cumberlands further underscores Accelecom's commitment to the K-12, higher education, and broader research and education community, as well as Cumberlands' commitment to the overall success of its students.

Cumberlands Launches $200 Million Campaign for Student Scholarships

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

Williamsburg, Ky., Oct. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- University of the Cumberlands is embarking on the most ambitious project in the school’s history: a campaign to raise $200 million to support new student scholarships.

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  • Williamsburg, Ky., Oct. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- University of the Cumberlands is embarking on the most ambitious project in the school’s history: a campaign to raise $200 million to support new student scholarships.
  • The Cumberlands Commitment Endowed Scholarship Campaign seeks to ensure that the university’s on-campus undergraduate students are able to graduate from college with little to no debt.
  • “This campaign will have a lasting impact on the lives of our students, allowing them to focus on their studies, knowing that financial constraints will not hinder their progress.”
    The Cumberlands Commitment Endowed Scholarship Campaign seeks to raise $100 million from donors to increase scholarship opportunities.
  • The university is matching every donation received, dollar for dollar, bringing the total amount of investment in new student scholarships to $200 million.

TFG Grants Grows with Manager of Grants Innovation and Training, Nicole M. Sibilski

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The TFG Grants Team is pleased to welcome Nicole M. Sibilski as Manager of Grants Innovation and Training. Nicole brings two decades of writing and legal experience that has produced over $150 million in state and federal grant awards from USDA, DOJ, DOL, DOT, DOE, DOD, and NEA to enhance TFG Grants team services.

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  • Nicole enhances TFG Grants services with innovative products that streamline the grant proposal process for clients.
  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The TFG Grants Team is pleased to welcome Nicole M. Sibilski as Manager of Grants Innovation and Training.
  • Nicole brings two decades of writing and legal experience that has produced over $150 million in state and federal grant awards from USDA, DOJ, DOL, DOT, DOE, DOD, and NEA to enhance TFG Grants team services.
  • "As the Manager of Grants Innovation and Training, Nicole will support the TFG Grants Team's expansion of federal funding offerings and our clients' goals to secure the resources they need to build thriving communities."

$14 MILLION+ SETTLEMENT REACHED IN WRONGFUL DEATH OF UNIVERSITY OF THE CUMBERLANDS STUDENT-ATHLETE

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Thursday, April 6, 2023

LEXINGTON, Ky., April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A settlement of more than $14 million has been reached to resolve the wrongful death claims of the family of student-athlete Grant Brace.

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  • LEXINGTON, Ky., April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A settlement of more than $14 million has been reached to resolve the wrongful death claims of the family of student-athlete Grant Brace.
  • Brace died in 2019 from untreated exertional heat stroke during a University of Cumberlands' wrestling practice.
  • The family is also proud to announce that, as part of the settlement, the University of the Cumberlands agreed to implement the "B.R.A.C.E.
  • In addition to its use at the University of the Cumberlands, the Brace family will promote the B.R.A.C.E.

$14 MILLION+ SETTLEMENT REACHED AFTER 2020 DEATH OF UNIVERSITY OF THE CUMBERLANDS STUDENT-ATHLETE

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

LEXINGTON, Ky., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A settlement of more than $14 million has been reached after the family of student-athlete Grant Brace filed a wrongful death lawsuit.

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  • LEXINGTON, Ky., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A settlement of more than $14 million has been reached after the family of student-athlete Grant Brace filed a wrongful death lawsuit.
  • Brace died in 2020 from untreated exertional heat stroke during a University of Cumberlands' wrestling practice.
  • Grant's death was the result of untreated exertional heat stroke.
  • To set up an interview with Minner Vines Moncus, call Brian Vines (205-568-7800) or Sandy Greene (859-550-2900, ext.

5Star Life Insurance Company Appoints Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) John F. Sampa to its Board

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

5Star Life Insurance Company announced today the appointment of Command Sergeant Major (Ret.)

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  • 5Star Life Insurance Company announced today the appointment of Command Sergeant Major (Ret.)
  • “It is our pleasure to welcome Command Sergeant Major John Sampa to the 5Star Life Board of Directors.
  • Command Sergeant Major (CSM) John F. Sampa was appointed as the 12th Command Sergeant Major of the Army National Guard on 15 February 2018.
  • CSM Sampa was previously the Command Sergeant Major for the 36th Infantry Division for more than three years.

Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG) Expands Senior Operations Team

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Monday, May 9, 2022

Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG), an Atlanta-based, private hotel investment, ownership and management company, today announced that it has promoted four associates to more senior operational positions: Ron Mader was promoted to senior vice-president of operations and Margie Vito to the newly created role of senior vice-president of operations and transitions, while Androse Bell and Bob Kisker were promoted to general manager & regional director of operations.

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  • Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG), an Atlanta-based, private hotel investment, ownership and management company, today announced that it has promoted four associates to more senior operational positions: Ron Mader was promoted to senior vice-president of operations and Margie Vito to the newly created role of senior vice-president of operations and transitions, while Androse Bell and Bob Kisker were promoted to general manager & regional director of operations.
  • He earned his MBA in business administration from Keiser University and his BS in hospitality management from Bethune-Cookman University.
  • A nearly 20-year hospitality operations expert, Babst most recently oversaw a portfolio of Marriott and Hilton hotels as regional director of operations for InterMountain Management.
  • Hospitality Ventures Management Group is a privately owned, fully integrated hotel investment and management group that specializes in turning around and repositioning underperforming hotels, as well as maximizing the performance of stabilized hotels.

University of the Cumberlands Announces 57 Percent Reduction in Annual Tuition

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Tuesday, September 4, 2018

Under the new pricing model, Cumberlands will offer the lowest tuition of any private university in Kentucky and also offer tuition comparable to every public four-year institution in the state.The tuition plan will impact all on-campus undergraduate students.

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  • Under the new pricing model, Cumberlands will offer the lowest tuition of any private university in Kentucky and also offer tuition comparable to every public four-year institution in the state.The tuition plan will impact all on-campus undergraduate students.
  • "We want all students to know that with Cumberlands there is a clear and affordable path to a college degree."
  • Under the tuition reduction plan, the average incoming Kentucky student is expected to save nearly $3,200, totaling $12,800 over their college career.
  • Located in Williamsburg, Kentucky, University of the Cumberlands is an institution of regional distinction offering quality undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and online degree programs.