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Old Dominion University International Scholarship Winner to Pursue Flooding Solutions

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021
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NORFOLK, Va., July 13, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Old Dominion University has announced that Joshua Pasion of San Juan City in the Philippines is the latest winner of ODUOnline's International Student Scholarship.

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  • NORFOLK, Va., July 13, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Old Dominion University has announced that Joshua Pasion of San Juan City in the Philippines is the latest winner of ODUOnline's International Student Scholarship.
  • "We're overjoyed to offer him this scholarship, and proud that Old Dominion University's online master's program in Coastal Engineering can play a part in his goals."
  • Our lived experiences and subsequent knowledge and research are what makes Old Dominion a leader in coastal engineering," Shiokawa said.
  • Old Dominion University, located in the coastal city of Norfolk, is Virginia's entrepreneurial-minded doctoral research university and has been delivering distance learning programs for 35 years.

GrantMatch Announces Headquarters Location in the City of Lynchburg

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021
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Lynchburg, Virginia, July 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The City of Lynchburg Office of Economic Development & Tourism and GrantMatch announced today that the company will locate its new United States headquarters in Lynchburg, Virginia.

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  • Lynchburg, Virginia, July 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The City of Lynchburg Office of Economic Development & Tourism and GrantMatch announced today that the company will locate its new United States headquarters in Lynchburg, Virginia.
  • Lynchburg, VA, was a logical location to set up shop, says soon-to-be resident and GrantMatch President, Dieter Eisbrenner.
  • We are proud that GrantMatch has chosen the City of Lynchburg for their US corporate headquarters, said Reid Wodicka, interim City Manager.
  • From their new offices in Lynchburg, GrantMatch will expand its services to better serve corporate clients across North America.

UVA Darden Launches Application for Admission to the Full-Time MBA Class of 2024

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Thursday, May 20, 2021
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b'CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The University of Virginia Darden School of Business announced today that the application for admission to the full-time MBA Class of 2024 is now live .

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  • b'CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The University of Virginia Darden School of Business announced today that the application for admission to the full-time MBA Class of 2024 is now live .
  • The School is releasing the application earlier than in years past to give applicants additional time to prepare.
  • Darden will soon release a set of Career Elective Guides, helping students navigate key paths through the Darden experience to desired careers.
  • In 2020, Darden welcomed a record number of Consortium students.\nDarden maintains a consistent review process throughout the application rounds.

Odgers Berndtson Recruits Jon Nass as Next CEO and Executive Director of the Port of Gulfport

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Monday, March 29, 2021
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Roberts stating, "The MSPA Commission is very pleased to announce we have selected a new executive director to lead the Port of Gulfport team.

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  • Roberts stating, "The MSPA Commission is very pleased to announce we have selected a new executive director to lead the Port of Gulfport team.
  • Jon's extensive background includes port management, economic development, homeland security, and policy advising, making him an ideal candidate to lead our State Port."
  • Commented Steve Potter, CEO of Odgers Berndtson U.S., "Once again, thanks to Tim McNamara's leadership, Odgers Berndtson has successfully recruited a CEO to a major US port.
  • In October 2020, Tim also successfully completed the search for the new CEO of the Virginia Port Authority (VPA).

Radford President Dr. Brian Hemphill Named Old Dominion University’s Ninth President

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Friday, February 12, 2021
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Norfolk, Va., Feb. 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Old Dominion Universitys Board of Visitors announced Friday that it selected, by unanimous vote, Dr. Brian O. Hemphill, the president of Radford University, to become the ninth president of Old Dominion this summer.

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  • Norfolk, Va., Feb. 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Old Dominion Universitys Board of Visitors announced Friday that it selected, by unanimous vote, Dr. Brian O. Hemphill, the president of Radford University, to become the ninth president of Old Dominion this summer.
  • It is both an honor and privilege to be selected as the ninth president of Old Dominion University, a dynamic public research institution that has proudly served the Hampton Roads region and positively impacted the Commonwealth of Virginia, Dr. Hemphill said.
  • Dr. Hemphill will succeed President John R. Broderick, who is retiring after 28 years at Old Dominion and 13 years as its president.
  • As Old Dominions longest-serving president, President Broderick has provided transformational leadership, earning recognition as a national leader in higher education.

OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY PARTNERS WITH HACKERU TO LAUNCH NEW CYBERSECURITY BOOTCAMP

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Thursday, October 29, 2020
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Norfolk, Oct. 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Old Dominion University School of Continuing Education announced today the launch of a new non-credit cybersecurity certificate program, the Cybersecurity Bootcamp, enabled by a partnership with HackerU, an industry-leading cybersecurity education provider.

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  • Norfolk, Oct. 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Old Dominion University School of Continuing Education announced today the launch of a new non-credit cybersecurity certificate program, the Cybersecurity Bootcamp, enabled by a partnership with HackerU, an industry-leading cybersecurity education provider.
  • The program provides students with access to job placement assistance, a dedicated cybersecurity academic advisor, success manager and career coaches to refine their soft skills.
  • "We're excited to partner with Old Dominion University to offer a high-quality, rigorous curriculum for students who are interested in gaining a cybersecurity skillset that's fit for the current job market," said Ayal Stern, HackerU's CEO.
  • Old Dominion University is Virginia's entrepreneurial-minded doctoral research university with more than 24,000 students, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to the Commonwealth's economy.

STUART APPOINTED DEAN OF THE FRANK BATTEN COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY AT OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY

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Friday, October 9, 2020
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Norfolk, Va., Oct. 09, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Following an extensive national search, Old Dominion University announced that Ben Stuart has been named the eighth dean of the Frank Batten College of Engineering and Technology.

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  • Norfolk, Va., Oct. 09, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Following an extensive national search, Old Dominion University announced that Ben Stuart has been named the eighth dean of the Frank Batten College of Engineering and Technology.
  • "Ben Stuart is a thoughtful leader and distinguished scholar who cares deeply about engineering students," President John R. Broderick said.
  • Established in 1963, the Batten College of Engineering and Technology enrolls more than 2,300 undergraduate and 800 graduate students.
  • The College's comprehensive engineering and technical programs offer expertise in civil engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, and modeling and simulation engineering.

Photo Release — Huntington Ingalls Industries Announces Todd West As New Vice President of In-Service Carrier Programs At Newport News Shipbuilding

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Tuesday, October 6, 2020
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Oct. 06, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE:HII) announced today that Todd West has been named vice president of In-Service Aircraft Carrier Programs for the companys Newport News Shipbuilding division.

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Oct. 06, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE:HII) announced today that Todd West has been named vice president of In-Service Aircraft Carrier Programs for the companys Newport News Shipbuilding division.
  • During his tenure as a program leader, Miner played an integral part in the company reestablishing its submarine construction program.
  • Chris passion and commitment have been defining attributes throughout his shipbuilding career, said Jennifer Boykin, president of Newport News Shipbuilding.
  • Huntington Ingalls Industries is Americas largest military shipbuilding company and a provider of professional services to partners in government and industry.

U.S. News & World Report Ranks Radford University No. 14 Among Southern Public Schools

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Tuesday, September 15, 2020
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RADFORD, Va., Sept. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Radford University's strong academic tradition and dedication to excellence continue to attract public recognition.

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  • RADFORD, Va., Sept. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Radford University's strong academic tradition and dedication to excellence continue to attract public recognition.
  • In U.S. News & World Report's 2021 Best Colleges report, released today, September 14, 2020, Radford is ranked No.
  • 14 among Top Public Schools Regional Universities South.
  • Radford University began Fall 2019 with one of the most impactful events in its history welcoming the first class of Radford University Carilion (RUC), formerly Jefferson College of Health Sciences.

PHOTO RELEASE — Newport News Shipbuilding Employee to Receive Emerging Leader Award from The Manufacturing Institute

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Thursday, July 30, 2020
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., July 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE:HII) announced today that a Newport News Shipbuilding division employee was recognized as an emerging leader by the Manufacturing Institute.

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., July 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE:HII) announced today that a Newport News Shipbuilding division employee was recognized as an emerging leader by the Manufacturing Institute.
  • Jennifer Brady, a mechanical engineer, was selected to receive the Emerging Leader Award, which recognizes rising female talent currently employed in the manufacturing industrythat has made significant contributions and excelled early in their career.
  • Brady began her a career at Newport News in June 2016 where she supported propulsion plant work on aircraft carriers.
  • She also serves as a mentor through a program that pairs qualified individuals with elementary school-aged children in low-income areas.