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Husson Professor Selected to Lead U.S. DOE Clean Energy Entrepreneurship Initiative

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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The new award recognizes outstanding ideas for growing clean energy entrepreneurship through student engagement.

Key Points: 
  • The new award recognizes outstanding ideas for growing clean energy entrepreneurship through student engagement.
  • Through the prize, Walton will implement educational activities to engage more students in energy technology commercialization and entrepreneurship on Husson’s campus under the guidance of a DOE mentor.
  • Walton, Husson University associate professor of entrepreneurship and director of the Richard E. Dyke Center for Family Business, provided a strategic plan for a clean energy and conservation incubator and accelerator.
  • The EnergyTech University Prize competition is a collegiate competition for both students and faculty, aimed at growing clean energy entrepreneurship.

Husson’s new advanced AI manikin will better prepare students for health careers

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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“With the help of artificial intelligence, HAL can answer medical history and initial assessment-related questions, follow voice commands, and learn over time,” said SIM Center director Ghada Konsowa, MBBCH, MBA, CHSOS.

Key Points: 
  • “With the help of artificial intelligence, HAL can answer medical history and initial assessment-related questions, follow voice commands, and learn over time,” said SIM Center director Ghada Konsowa, MBBCH, MBA, CHSOS.
  • As early adopters, Husson’s SIM Center strives to provide students with the best tools to enhance their learning and skills, enabling them to succeed in their respective fields.
  • HAL will allow students in Husson’s nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy and pharmacy programs to practice their skills in a safe educational setting before stepping into real-world settings.
  • The College of Health and Pharmacy will unveil HAL to the university and local community on Tuesday, Feb. 13.

Lynne Coy-Ogan Named New President of Husson University

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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BANGOR, MAINE, Jan. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Husson University Board of Trustees has unanimously and enthusiastically elected Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost Lynne Coy-Ogan as Husson’s next president.

Key Points: 
  • BANGOR, MAINE, Jan. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Husson University Board of Trustees has unanimously and enthusiastically elected Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost Lynne Coy-Ogan as Husson’s next president.
  • “It has been my privilege to serve as senior vice president and provost for the last 15 years and I am truly honored to become Husson University’s next president,” said Coy-Ogan.
  • She joined Husson University as dean of the School of Education in 2005 and rose to provost in 2009.
  • Clark, the longest currently-serving president at any four-year college or university in Maine, announced his retirement in October 2023.

Mimi Foundation Establishes $1 Endowment to Support Productions at The Gracie Theatre

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024
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The Hilda Hutchins McCollum Family Endowed Fund for The Gracie Theatre was established with funds from the Mimi Foundation.

Key Points: 
  • The Hilda Hutchins McCollum Family Endowed Fund for The Gracie Theatre was established with funds from the Mimi Foundation.
  • “Now, through this $1 million endowment, the Mimi Foundation is honoring Hilda’s original commitment and recognizing the Gracie’s work over the last 13 years.
  • But this intimacy comes at a cost,” said Jeri Misler, managing artistic director for The Gracie Theatre.
  • This endowment from the Mimi Foundation will provide critical stability for The Gracie Theatre’s work while allowing for artistic freedom and flexibility to pursue future opportunities.

Husson Awarded More Than $2 Million to Improve Retention and Graduation Rates for Low-Income Students

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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BANGOR, MAINE, Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Husson University has received a more than $2 million federal grant that will fund important new resources to help improve retention and graduation rates for low-income students through enhanced resources and new technology.

Key Points: 
  • BANGOR, MAINE, Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Husson University has received a more than $2 million federal grant that will fund important new resources to help improve retention and graduation rates for low-income students through enhanced resources and new technology.
  • It will also be used to enhance academic advising services and improve technology access and support for students.
  • “This new funding will help our students achieve their goals and help our staff better support them in doing so.
  • We are so grateful and look forward to putting the new initiative into action at Husson University,” said Dr. Robert Clark, Husson University president.

Husson University’s July Summer Camps Offer Students the Opportunity to Explore Healthcare and Pharmacy

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
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BANGOR, MAINE, July 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Two different science-oriented camps being held at Husson University this July will give high school students the opportunity to explore careers in pharmacy and healthcare.

Key Points: 
  • BANGOR, MAINE, July 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Two different science-oriented camps being held at Husson University this July will give high school students the opportunity to explore careers in pharmacy and healthcare.
  • “Husson University’s summer camps offer young people the opportunity to explore career paths in a safe and nurturing environment,” said Dr. James D. Nash, dean of the College of Health and Pharmacy .
  • Nine days after Pharmacy Summer Camp concludes, Husson University will be the site of Health Professions Summer Camp 2023 .
  • During this one-day camp experience, high school students will work with Husson University faculty, current Husson students and Walgreens representatives.

$2 Million in Gifts from John M. Webber to Benefit Business Students and Library at Husson University

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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The first $1 million-dollar gift will be used to create the John M. Webber Husson University Business Scholarship Fund.

Key Points: 
  • The first $1 million-dollar gift will be used to create the John M. Webber Husson University Business Scholarship Fund.
  • This fund will provide financial support to deserving Husson University College of Business students, with a preference given to those majoring in accounting or finance.
  • Dr. Marie Hansen, dean of the College of Business at Husson University shares John Webber’s passion for education.
  • Education helps students think critically and consider issues from multiple perspectives.”
    “That’s why the John M. Webber Husson University Business Scholarship Fund is so important,” continued Hansen.

Husson University’s College of Business Granted Reaffirmation of Accreditation by IACBE

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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To earn reaffirmation of accreditation, Husson Universitys College of Business was required to demonstrate its business programs complied with IACBEs Accreditation Principles by undergoing a rigorous self-evaluation and a comprehensive, independent peer review.

Key Points: 
  • To earn reaffirmation of accreditation, Husson Universitys College of Business was required to demonstrate its business programs complied with IACBEs Accreditation Principles by undergoing a rigorous self-evaluation and a comprehensive, independent peer review.
  • At the conclusion of this process, Husson Universitys College of Business was found to have demonstrated a commitment to continuous improvement, exhibited excellence in business education, and advanced academic quality in its business programs and operations.
  • The International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) was founded in 1997 and is nationally-recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
  • Earning accreditation from the International Accreditation Council for Business Education signifies that Husson Universitys College of Business has met or exceeded a series of rigorous business education standards, said Dr. Marie Hansen, dean of the College of Business at Husson University.

Author Who Created "Rizzoli & Isles" is Next Husson University Distinguished Business Speaker Series Guest

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Thursday, September 22, 2022
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BANGOR, MAINE, Sept. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The seventh installment of Husson Universitys Distinguished Business Speaker Series will feature international bestselling author Tess Gerritsen.

Key Points: 
  • BANGOR, MAINE, Sept. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The seventh installment of Husson Universitys Distinguished Business Speaker Series will feature international bestselling author Tess Gerritsen.
  • The seventh installment of the Distinguished Business Speaker Series featuring Tess Gerritsen will take place on September 28, 2022, from 9 a.m. 10 a.m. at Husson Universitys Gracie Theatre.
  • The purpose of Husson Universitys Distinguished Business Speaker Series is to educate students, alumni and community members on the challenges facing individuals, businesses and related professions.
  • Every event in the Distinguished Business Speaker Series is free and open to the public.

Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for New Husson University Science Laboratories

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Monday, August 29, 2022
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BANGOR, MAINE, Aug. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Husson University celebrated the official opening of seven new modern science laboratories with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, August 25, 2022.

Key Points: 
  • BANGOR, MAINE, Aug. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Husson University celebrated the official opening of seven new modern science laboratories with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, August 25, 2022.
  • Students are also pursuing degrees in biology, psychology and clinical mental health counseling, said Dr. Robert A. Clark, president of Husson University.
  • Having access to modern science laboratories and the equipment they contain is essential to a successful education, continued Clark.
  • It should be noted that 100% of the faculty from Husson Universitys College of Science and Humanities helped support this project with their donations.