Old Dominion University

Ocuphire Pharma Announces Appointment of Joseph Schachle, M.B.A., as Chief Operating Officer

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Monday, November 27, 2023
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“Joe is a highly accomplished pharmaceutical executive, and we are thrilled to welcome him to Ocuphire as Chief Operating Officer,” said Dr. George Magrath, CEO of Ocuphire.

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  • “Joe is a highly accomplished pharmaceutical executive, and we are thrilled to welcome him to Ocuphire as Chief Operating Officer,” said Dr. George Magrath, CEO of Ocuphire.
  • Joe brings diverse experience, including in ophthalmology, from some of the world’s leading life science companies.
  • From 2014 to 2017, he served as Chief Operating Officer at Parion Sciences.
  • Mr. Schachle received an MBA from Old Dominion University, VA, and a BBA in Marketing from James Madison University, VA.

Career and Technical Education Roundtable Highlights Workforce Development Needs and Educational Pathways

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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NORFOLK, Va., Nov. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leaders in higher education, workforce development, and government came together to spearhead a Career and Technical Education (CTE) roundtable addressing the workforce needs of Virginia and the nation.

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  • NORFOLK, Va., Nov. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leaders in higher education, workforce development, and government came together to spearhead a Career and Technical Education (CTE) roundtable addressing the workforce needs of Virginia and the nation.
  • The discussion, a continuation of the recent CTE trip to Germany, highlighted the urgent need for students to consider technical career pathways and contribute to filling critical industry needs.
  • For workforce development, the panel included representatives from the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce, Hampton Roads Workforce Council, and Hampton Roads Alliance.
  • Jared Chalk, Chief Business Development Officer of Hampton Roads Alliance, said, "Economic development in our region thrives when targeted industries align with workforce development.

The Richard L. Duchossois Foundation names Paul J. Sznewajs its Founding Executive Director

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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CHICAGO, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Richard L. Duchossois Foundation (the Foundation) announced today the selection of Paul J. Sznewajs as its founding Executive Director.

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  • CHICAGO, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Richard L. Duchossois Foundation (the Foundation) announced today the selection of Paul J. Sznewajs as its founding Executive Director.
  • The private Foundation was formed shortly before the passing of Mr. Duchossois at age 100 in January 2022.
  • The Richard L. Duchossois Foundation is a new foundation which will operate independently, and in addition to, the Duchossois Family Foundation.
  • "We are thrilled to have an individual with Paul's experience and passion lead our Foundation," stated Judi Duchossois, Foundation board member and spouse of the late Mr. Duchossois.

For A Bright Future Foundation Awards 2023 Veterans and Families Scholarship to Anderson Espinal Gervacio of Virginia

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Monday, December 4, 2023
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MIAMI, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Louis Hernandez Jr.'s Foundation For A Bright Future ("For A Bright Future") ("FABF"), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the needs of underrepresented and underprivileged children through education, healthcare, the arts, and youth leadership development, awarded its Veterans and Families Scholarship to Anderson Espinal Gervacio, 24, of Virginia.

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  • These opportunities are especially tailored to uplift students from underserved demographics, including those from single-parent households and families with military backgrounds.
  • Our scholarship program is committed to empowering veterans and their families with the necessary financial backing and educational opportunities to uplift their lives.
  • "I am deeply honored and grateful to receive the 2023 Veterans & Families Scholarship from the For A Bright Future Foundation.
  • The Veterans and Families Scholarship selection team includes:
    Our deepest gratitude goes to the operational team under the proficient leadership of Gina Rogoto, our Director of Operations.

CHICKEN SALAD CHICK'S SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY EXPANDS IN VIRGINIA WITH NEW LOCATION IN NORFOLK

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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ATLANTA, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick, the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today its newest opening in Norfolk, Virginia, which expands the brand's presence to seven total locations in the state. Located at 1200 W 26th Street between Ghent and Old Dominion University, the Norfolk-Railyard Chick boasts a large outdoor patio for families and guests to enjoy. The community is invited to celebrate this grand opening on Tuesday, Dec. 5. The restaurant opens at 10:30 a.m., and the first 100 guests that morning will win free chicken salad for a year.

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  • -Fast casual concept celebrates grand opening Dec. 5th with free chicken salad for a year-
    ATLANTA, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick , the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today its newest opening in Norfolk, Virginia, which expands the brand's presence to seven total locations in the state.
  • The restaurant opens at 10:30 a.m., and the first 100 guests that morning will win free chicken salad for a year.
  • The next 99 guests in line receive one large Quick Chick of chicken salad per month for a year.
  • "It's a privilege to spread the mission of Chicken Salad Chick here in Norfolk, and I feel truly grateful for the opportunity to bring the best chicken salad to even more people throughout Virginia.

New ODU Partnership with HII-NNS Aims to Increase Engineering Majors

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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NNS, the largest industrial employer in Virginia and a division of the largest shipbuilding company in the United States, will be the lead industry sponsor of the Monarch Accelerator Program to Engineering (MAP-to-E), which aims to increase the number of engineering and engineering technology majors and degrees, particularly from underrepresented and underserved communities in Hampton Roads.

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  • NNS, the largest industrial employer in Virginia and a division of the largest shipbuilding company in the United States, will be the lead industry sponsor of the Monarch Accelerator Program to Engineering (MAP-to-E), which aims to increase the number of engineering and engineering technology majors and degrees, particularly from underrepresented and underserved communities in Hampton Roads.
  • NNS will make a five-year gift to the program with an invitation to renew for another five-year term.
  • “These students, through no fault of their own, have not had the opportunity to be adequately prepared to transition directly into an engineering program upon entering college.”
    The Monarch Accelerator Program to Engineering aims to:
    Increase the number of full-time engineering and engineering-related students enrolled at ODU.
  • Increase the number of diverse and first-generation students pursuing careers in engineering and engineering-related systems.

Keeper Technology Adds Hammerspace as Approved Vendor for Purchasing by Virginia Higher Education Procurement Consortium

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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ASHBURN, Va., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Keeper Technology, a leading provider of integrated data management solutions, today announced that they have expanded their portfolio by adding  Hammerspace as a pivotal technology to their Virginia Higher Educational Procurement Consortium (VHEPC) contract.

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  • ASHBURN, Va., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Keeper Technology , a leading provider of integrated data management solutions, today announced that they have expanded their portfolio by adding Hammerspace as a pivotal technology to their Virginia Higher Educational Procurement Consortium (VHEPC) contract.
  • Keeper Technology's client-centered approach is ideal for tackling the time and cost challenges of the schools VHEPC serves.
  • "Keeper Technology has the vision and technology expertise to deliver next generation technologies and high-touch service," said Rob Renzoni, Federal Field CTO at Hammerspace.
  • Eligible buyers include 14 Virginia higher education institutions: College of William and Mary, George Mason University, James Madison University, Longwood University, Old Dominion University, Radford University, University of Mary Washington, University of Virginia, University of Virginia at Wise, Virginia Commonwealth University, Virginia Community College System, Virginia Military Institute, Virginia Tech, and VASCUPP.

Eledon Pharmaceuticals Appoints Kidney Transplant Specialist Dr. Allan Douglas Kirk to Board of Directors

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Eledon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (“Eledon”) (NASDAQ: ELDN) today announced the appointment of Allan Douglas Kirk, M.D., Ph.D., to its Board of Directors.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Eledon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (“Eledon”) (NASDAQ: ELDN) today announced the appointment of Allan Douglas Kirk, M.D., Ph.D., to its Board of Directors.
  • Dr. Kirk is internationally recognized for his work in organ transplantation, with a specialized focus on kidney transplants and transplant immunology.
  • Transplant recipients deserve new treatment options with better efficacy and fewer side-effects to help protect their transplanted organs,” said Dr. Kirk.
  • Dr. Kirk has helped pioneer the use of co-stimulation pathway blockade to prevent organ rejection in transplant patients.

R1 Research Institution Old Dominion University Selects YuJa Panorama Digital Accessibility Platform to Serve More than 20,000 Students Campuswide

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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Old Dominion University, an R1 research institution in Norfolk, Virginia, has selected the YuJa Panorama Digital Accessibility Platform to increase the accessibility of digital media and course content for its more than 20,000 students.

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  • Old Dominion University, an R1 research institution in Norfolk, Virginia, has selected the YuJa Panorama Digital Accessibility Platform to increase the accessibility of digital media and course content for its more than 20,000 students.
  • YuJa Panorama is one product in YuJa’s suite of high-impact media solutions that help institutions deliver accessible, engaging video and media content to users.
  • The accessibility solution provides an accessibility gauge and enables content creators to pinpoint and correct issues as content is created.
  • YuJa Panorama also provides users with an LTI app and customized website accessibility profiles that can be applied to both internal and external web pages.

Dru Riddle Begins Term as President of the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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"Ultimately, the AANA is here to support ALL members regardless of practice model, years of certification, or geographic location.

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  • "Ultimately, the AANA is here to support ALL members regardless of practice model, years of certification, or geographic location.
  • As president, it is my job to make sure your board understands this and I look forward to leading this association into a bright future!"
  • Riddle is an associate professor of Professional Practice and director of Clinical Education at Texas Christian University School of Nurse Anesthesia in Fort Worth.
  • In addition to his research and teaching roles, Riddle maintains an active clinical anesthesia practice through NorthStar Anesthesia.