Allegheny College

Allegheny College Announces $14 Million in New Gifts from Skattum, Tillotson, and Nelson Multi-Generational Families

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

MEADVILLE, Pa., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Allegheny College, one of the nation's oldest and most innovative four-year colleges, where multidisciplinary learning breaks the conventional mold, is pleased to announce new gifts totaling $14 million from three multi-generational alumni families. The gifts will ensure that Allegheny College continues to provide an exceptional education, giving students and faculty the freedom to explore new ideas and pursue innovative solutions to real-world problems. This brings the Allegheny College gift total during President Cole's short tenure to over $70 million.

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This brings the Allegheny College gift total during President Cole's short tenure to over $70 million.
Three generations of the Skattum family are Allegheny College alumni, and the family's generosity and leadership have guided the College for decades.
With this gift to date, the Skattum's contributions to Allegheny College total $10 million.
With this gift, the Tillotson and Fleming Family have donated $8 million to Allegheny College.

Allegheny College Receives $21 Million in Gifts to Enrich the Campus and Student Experience

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

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MEADVILLE, Pa., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Allegheny College, one of the nation's oldest and most innovative four-year colleges, where multidisciplinary learning breaks the conventional mold, has announced that it has received a three-part leadership gift totaling $16 million from alumna and Allegheny College trustee emerita Patricia Bush Tippie ('56), and an additional $5 million from an anonymous donor. The donations ensure the College will be able to implement bold improvements and innovations to impact teaching and learning, the student experience, and the region's economic development.

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The donations ensure the College will be able to implement bold improvements and innovations to impact teaching and learning, the student experience, and the region's economic development.
Underscoring her support for President Ron Cole's leadership and the Allegheny College Strategic Pathway, Mrs. Tippie's gift includes a $10 million commitment to renovate Brooks Hall, one of the campus's most visible and utilized landmarks.
Also, a $1 million endowed Student Investment Fund is being created in the Bruce R. Thompson Center for Business and Economics.
In addition to building partnerships for regional workforce and economic development, the ALIC empowers Allegheny College students through co-op opportunities, micro-credentials, manufacturing advance placement, and more.

Dr. Hilary Link and Tracy Futhey Join Affinaquest Board of Directors

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

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RESTON, Va., Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Affinaquest, the market leader in constituent engagement, data management, data enhancement, and predictive analytics for higher education and collegiate athletics, announced today that Dr. Hilary Link, president of Drew University, and Tracy Futhey, Chief Information Officer at Duke University, have joined its Board of Directors.

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RESTON, Va., Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Affinaquest, the market leader in constituent engagement, data management, data enhancement, and predictive analytics for higher education and collegiate athletics, announced today that Dr. Hilary Link, president of Drew University, and Tracy Futhey, Chief Information Officer at Duke University, have joined its Board of Directors.
"Hilary and Tracy's addition to the Affinaquest Board of Directors adds an invaluable depth of expertise and perspective to its already diverse and highly experienced leadership team," stated David Marr, CEO of Affinaquest.
"I am excited to be joining the Affinaquest Board at this inflection point in the company's trajectory," says President Link.
"I'm eager to join the board and contribute to their continued progress."

ConcertAI Adds Healthtech Leader as Senior Vice President and General Manager of Digital Trial Solutions

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ConcertAI, the leader in oncology predictive and generative AI SaaS Solutions and Real-World Data for healthcare and life sciences, today announced that Ryan Kennedy has joined the company as Senior Vice President and General Manager of ConcertAI's Digital Trial Solutions™ (DTS) offering.

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CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ConcertAI, the leader in oncology predictive and generative AI SaaS Solutions and Real-World Data for healthcare and life sciences, today announced that Ryan Kennedy has joined the company as Senior Vice President and General Manager of ConcertAI's Digital Trial Solutions™ (DTS) offering.
Ryan brings over two decades of oncology clinical trials and clinical development industry experience in trial management and SaaS solutions.
He will lead the DTS business' Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) Suite, which is comprised of the Clinical Trial Optimization™ solution, DTS Patient-to-trial matching, and DTS Full eCRF automations.
"I am thrilled to join the ConcertAI team to help bring truly life-changing solutions to our sites, networks, and customers.

Allegheny College Lab for Innovation and Creativity Expands to Meet Regional Workforce Development Needs

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

MEADVILLE, Pa., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Allegheny College, one of the nation's oldest and most innovative four-year colleges, has announced the expansion of the Allegheny Lab for Innovation and Creativity (ALIC) to bring workforce development and education resources into the community. In partnership with the regional precision manufacturing industry, Allegheny College will play a central role in the economic resurgence of Crawford County in response to the over 20 percent growth in the aerospace, research and information technology industries in recent years combined with a decline in skilled workers for these positions. ALIC will equip our regional workforce to adapt to emerging technological development and advances in business operations and help businesses future-proof by providing research and development opportunities.

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MEADVILLE, Pa., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Allegheny College , one of the nation's oldest and most innovative four-year colleges, has announced the expansion of the Allegheny Lab for Innovation and Creativity (ALIC) to bring workforce development and education resources into the community.
ALIC will equip our regional workforce to adapt to emerging technological development and advances in business operations and help businesses future-proof by providing research and development opportunities.
The newly opened ALIC @ Bessemer will bring the educational mission of Allegheny College directly to the community and industry partners.
In addition to partnerships for regional workforce development, the ALIC empowers Allegheny College students through:
Co-op Opportunities for students to learn from industry leaders in coursework focused on technological innovation and skills.

$105,000 in Funding Awarded to Cities For Pilot Projects

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Healthy Babies Bright Futures' (HBBF) Bright Cities program awarded our latest round of funding to five cities whose projects will position them for additional federal funding. Securing climate-conscious federal funding to reduce toxic exposures isn't always easy, and these pilot grants, ranging from $15,000 to $25,000, will build positive change in communities — while laying the groundwork for larger amounts of federal funding.

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WASHINGTON, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Healthy Babies Bright Futures' (HBBF) Bright Cities program awarded our latest round of funding to five cities whose projects will position them for additional federal funding.
HBBF's grants were designed to fill a unique gap by helping cities secure additional funding from the historic amounts of federal dollars now available.
Planning for these larger federal grants presents challenges for small and/or "at max capacity" cities, though those are often the cities most in need of additional funding.
"We see it as essential to support pilot projects and partnership development to help cities and community-based organizations have the necessary foundation to successfully procure federal funding, and encourage others with this capacity to do the same."

Allegheny College Recognized by U.S. Department of Energy as One of Four Higher Education Institutions to Achieve 2023 Better Buildings Challenge Energy Savings Goal

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Allegheny College is one of only four higher education institutions recognized as Better Buildings Challenge 2023 goal achievers and among only 21 higher education institutions that have committed to the challenge.

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Allegheny College is one of only four higher education institutions recognized as Better Buildings Challenge 2023 goal achievers and among only 21 higher education institutions that have committed to the challenge.
Allegheny College was recognized for achieving energy savings of 22 percent in 10 years by making greater efficiency accomplishments across its building portfolio.
The College was the only liberal arts college invited to participate in the kickoff of the Better Buildings Challenge by the Obama Administration in 2011.
Allegheny College embraced the Better Buildings challenge as an opportunity to save energy and improve efficiency across its 1.3 million-square-foot building portfolio.

AllInfoHome Provides Insights into the Most Affordable Cities for Students to Rent Housing

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Monday, October 9, 2023

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NORWOOD, Mass., Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- AllInfoHome is an online platform dedicated to providing valuable real estate information. We are pleased to offer comprehensive insights into the most budget-friendly cities for students seeking rental housing. As the cost of tuition rises and student loans become increasingly burdensome, it is crucial for students pursuing higher education to have access to affordable housing options. AllInfoHome aims to empower students by furnishing detailed data and analysis on rental prices in various cities across the United States.

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We are pleased to offer comprehensive insights into the most budget-friendly cities for students seeking rental housing.
As the cost of tuition rises and student loans become increasingly burdensome, it is crucial for students pursuing higher education to have access to affordable housing options.
AllInfoHome aims to empower students by furnishing detailed data and analysis on rental prices in various cities across the United States.
In a time when the shortage of affordable housing and increasing cost burdens for renters are prevalent challenges, AllInfoHome strives to be a valuable resource for students seeking affordable rental housing options.

Lake Shore Bancorp Appoints Taylor Gilden as Chief Financial Officer; Names Rachel Foley Chief Operating Officer

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023

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DUNKIRK, N.Y., Aug. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lake Shore Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”), its wholly-owned subsidiary, Lake Shore Savings Bank (the “Bank”), and Lake Shore, MHC (the “MHC”), appointed Taylor Gilden as Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) and Treasurer and Rachel Foley as Chief Operating Officer (“COO”) of the Company, the Bank, and the MHC. In these roles, Mr. Gilden will be responsible for the organization’s financial and risk management and reporting while Ms. Foley will be responsible for deposit and retail loan operations. Mr. Gilden and Ms. Foley will work closely together to strengthen and enhance the organization’s finance, operations, and service capabilities. Both appointments were effective August 1, 2023.

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DUNKIRK, N.Y., Aug. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lake Shore Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”), its wholly-owned subsidiary, Lake Shore Savings Bank (the “Bank”), and Lake Shore, MHC (the “MHC”), appointed Taylor Gilden as Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) and Treasurer and Rachel Foley as Chief Operating Officer (“COO”) of the Company, the Bank, and the MHC.
In these roles, Mr. Gilden will be responsible for the organization’s financial and risk management and reporting while Ms. Foley will be responsible for deposit and retail loan operations.
Mr. Gilden and Ms. Foley will work closely together to strengthen and enhance the organization’s finance, operations, and service capabilities.
Since joining the Bank in 1999, Ms. Foley has held a variety of positions including Controller and most recently served as the MHC, Company, and Bank’s Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer.

Erie Insurance promotes Karen Skarupski to SVP, Human Resources

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023

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ERIE, Pa., Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Erie Insurance (NASDAQ: ERIE) today announced the promotion of Karen Skarupski to senior vice president, Human Resources.

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Skarupski has been with ERIE for more than 32 years and has held leadership roles in law, human resources, compliance and privacy
ERIE, Pa., Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Erie Insurance (NASDAQ: ERIE) today announced the promotion of Karen Skarupski to senior vice president, Human Resources.
Skarupski succeeds Sean Dugan, who was promoted to executive vice president, Human Resources & Corporate Services in January 2023.
During her 32 years with ERIE, Skarupski has held several leadership roles in law, human resources, compliance and privacy, and has served as VP, corporate privacy officer, since 2018.
Skarupski is a member of the Erie and Pennsylvania Bar Associations, the Property Casualty Insurers Association of America and serves as a trustee of the Erie County Bar Foundation.