November 5, 2024 Headlines by The Crow's Nest:
Park University in the Spotlight: A Week in Review
Park University is making headlines this week with a series of notable events, achievements, and appearances by its faculty and students.
Academic Recognition
SmartyPal.com has ranked Park University No. 19 on its "30 Best Online Healthcare Management Degree Programs" list, demonstrating the university's commitment to quality education in the healthcare sector.
Monica Brannon, Ph.D., and Camille Cook, director of library services, along with Danielle Theiss, former director of library, academic and career success services, have co-authored "The Small to Mid-Size Academic Library: Collaborations and Outreach". The publication underscores the university's focus on academic collaboration and outreach.
John Hamilton, Ph.D. and Tamera Jenkins, Ph.D. have also co-authored the third edition of "Community Justice". The book is a valuable resource for those studying and working in community justice.
Research and Presentations
Monica Brannon, Ph.D., has published an article on "Uranium Mining Remediation, Environmental Assessment and Bureaucratic Violence Environmental Sociology". Sun, Alla Adams, Ph.D. and Robert Adu-Gyamfi presented at the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs Region 5 conference in Overland Park, Kan.
Monica Harris has been a busy figure this month, being interviewed for stories that appeared in The Kansas City Star on Oct. 7, discussing Missouri Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe's change in tone regarding the 2020 presidential election results. On Oct. 29, she was interviewed for stories that aired on WDAF-TV in Kansas City related to Missouri's proposed Amendment 3. On Oct. 31, she provided comments for a story titled "Opponents Use Parental Rights and Anti-Trans Messages to Fight Abortion Ballot Measures" authored by the Associated Press. On Oct. 18, she was a panelist on a "Kansas City Week in Review" program that aired on Kansas City PBS (KCPT-TV). On Oct. 29, she was interviewed for stories on KMBZ-FM related to political discourse and civility. On Oct. 30, she and Jack MacLennan presented a discussion on "The 2024 U.S. General Election: Public Policy Implications in January 2025" on WDAF-TV.
Sports Achievements
The Park University Parkville (Mo.) Campus women's golf program has earned its first-ever NAIA Women's Golf Coaches' Top 25 ranking, coming in at No. 25.
Cultural Events
The Parkville (Mo.) Symphonic Band will host a concert on Nov. 10, with donations benefiting the University's Pirate Pantry. The Office of International Education will host its annual International Festival on Nov. 22, featuring cultural activities, performances, and an international buffet. The International Center for Music will host a concert: Park ICM Orchestra on Dec. 7.
Notable Alumni
Joshua Lewis, '14, and his Updown Nightlife app were acquired by BarGlance in a $5 million deal on Oct. 17. David Jackson, '02, was appointed as the chief of police in Englewood, Colo., and will begin his duties on Nov. 12.
Historical Milestone
The Industrial Luminary newspaper, co-published by Park University's co-founder, George S. Park, has been digitized and is now accessible. However, the detailed history specifically about The Industrial Luminary, including its exact years of publication and historical significance, is not provided in the search results. For precise historical information and digitization status, consulting local Missouri historical societies, archives related to Johnson County newspapers, or library special collections would be recommended.
Election Coverage
An article about Midwest voters electing Republican leaders, but not agreeing with the laws they passed, was published by Midwest Newsroom, featuring comments from Monica Harris. On Oct. 28, she also provided comments for stories that aired on KMBZ-FM in Kansas City related to vague ballot language for Missouri's proposed Amendment 3.
Community Engagement
Susan Keim, Ph.D., associate professor of public administration, was interviewed for stories that aired on KSHB-TV in Kansas City on Oct. 23-24 related to tension between the Unified Government of Wyandotte County (Kan.) / Kansas City, Kan., and the Board of Public Utilities due to confusion of "pilot" (payment in lieu of taxes) fees.
Jose Madrid, a Park University graduate student pursuing a Master of Healthcare Administration degree, was named to the Great Bend (Kan.) Tribune's "20 Under 40" list in October. Brittanie Propes, '13, was featured in the Mid-Continent Public Library's "Nice to Meet You" series on Oct. 8.
Lt. Gen. Robert Skinner, '89, retired as the director of the Defense Information Systems Agency and the commander of Joint Force Headquarters - Department of Defense Information Network, two of the U.S. Department of Defense's most critical network, communications and information technology support agencies, on Oct. 3.
Upcoming events include the Parkville Symphonic Band Concert on Nov. 10, the International Festival on Nov. 22, and the International Center for Music Concert: Park ICM Orchestra on Dec. 7.
Self-Development
Joshua Lewis, '14, showcases his entrepreneurial skills and expertise in nightlife management with the acquisition of his Updown Nightlife app by BarGlance, a deal worth $5 million.
General News
Monica Harris, a renowned expert on political discourse and civility, provides insights for various news stories published in renowned platforms like The Kansas City Star, WDAF-TV, KMBZ-FM, and the Associated Press.
