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Park University has been making headlines this October with a series of notable achievements and events. Here's a roundup of some of the key happenings at the institution.
Academic Achievements
Michelle (Shellie) Myers, Ed.D., appointed as the provost of Park University
Myers, an experienced higher education leader with a focus on academic affairs, faculty development, and student success initiatives, has been appointed as the provost of Park University, effective late October. In her new role, Myers will serve as the University's chief academic officer, responsible for faculty development, student assessment and support, and curriculum and compliance.
Paper by Steve Bell and Julie Creek named a "best paper"
A paper co-authored by Steve Bell, professor of economics, and Julie Creek, assistant professor of international business, titled "Corporate Governance Impact on Chinese Bank Performance and Profitability," was named a "best paper" by the Academic and Business Research Institute.
Scott Hageman's paper published in the Transactions of the Kansas Academy of Science
Scott Hageman, associate professor of geology/geosciences, and others saw their paper published in the Transactions of the Kansas Academy of Science.
Faculty and Staff Recognition
Park University Office of Academic Affairs Celebrates Excellence
Five members of the University's faculty and staff were recognised by the Park University Office of Academic Affairs on Oct. 24 as part of its Academic Affairs Celebrates Excellence campaign.
Virginia (Jinny) McCoy honoured with a Look North Leadership Award
Virginia (Jinny) McCoy, a former Park University Board of Trustees member and past chair of the board, was honoured by the Clay County (Mo.) Economic Development Council with a Look North Leadership Award.
Workshops and Presentations
Workshops on "Women as 21st Century Leaders"
Kay Barnes, senior director for university engagement, and Laurie DiPadova-Stocks, professor of public administration, presented workshops on "Women as 21st Century Leaders" at the American Business Women's Association national leadership conference in October.
Session on "Business Decision Failures: A Post-Mortem Analysis"
Greg McLaughlin, D.B.A., adjunct instructor of quality management, and Heidi McLaughlin, D.B.A., adjunct instructor of marketing, presented a session on "Business Decision Failures: A Post-Mortem Analysis" at the International Academic Conference on Business in Las Vegas.
Session on "Trauma-Informed, Ethical Professional Practice"
A workshop titled "Trauma-Informed, Ethical Professional Practice" was presented by Walter Kisthardt, Ph.D., and Matt Loehr, Ph.D., in St. Charles, Mo., on Oct 19.
Session on "Creating Accessible Social Work Classes Using Universal Design for Learning"
Debra Olson-Morrison, Ph.D., assistant professor of social work and director of the Master of Social Work program, presented a session on "Creating Accessible Social Work Classes Using Universal Design for Learning" at the Council on Social Work Education's Annual Program Meeting on Nov 9.
Session on "Circling the Wagons: Using Collaborative Community Partnerships to Fund Housing for At-Risk or Homeless Youth"
Tami Radohl, Ph.D., assistant professor of social work and director of field education, co-presented a workshop on "Circling the Wagons: Using Collaborative Community Partnerships to Fund Housing for At-Risk or Homeless Youth" at the National Runaway and Homeless Youth Grantees Training in Austin, Texas, on Nov 1.
Session by Brad Kleindl at the Higher Education Executive Forum in Nanjing, China
Brad Kleindl, Ph.D., professor of marketing, presented a session at the Higher Education Executive Forum in Nanjing, China, on Oct 19.
Events and Partnerships
International Festival: The World Underground
The International Festival: The World Underground is set for Nov 16 in celebration of Park University's Year of Engagement and International Education Week.
Park University and Logan University articulation agreement
Park University has partnered with Logan University in Chesterfield, Mo., on an articulation agreement that establishes a new 3+3 dual degree, pre-chiropractic program between the two institutions.
Park University and the National Archives at Kansas City partnership
Park University and the National Archives at Kansas City are partnering to commemorate the University's Year of Engagement by hosting the Year of Engagement Documentary Series, including the screening of "Inventing Tomorrow" on Nov. 26.
Academic Training and Professional Development
Eric Click completes Higher Learning Commission's Standard and Open Pathways Training for Peer Reviewers
Eric Click, associate professor and program coordinator of public administration, completed the Higher Learning Commission's Standard and Open Pathways Training for Peer Reviewers.
Alla Adams co-presents keynote session on "How to Prepare for Innovative Leadership in Healthcare"
Alla Adams, assistant professor of healthcare administration and director of the Master of Healthcare Administration program, co-presented a keynote session on "How to Prepare for Innovative Leadership in Healthcare" at the American College of Healthcare Executives Southeast Texas Chapter's fourth quarter education session.
Competitions and Contests
Park University students compete in the International Collegiate Programming Contest's North Central region event
Park University students competed in the International Collegiate Programming Contest's North Central region event on Nov 3.
With these achievements and events, Park University continues to demonstrate its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and student success.
- Park University's commitment to education-and-self-development is evident as Michelle Myers, a higher education leader with a focus on academic affairs, faculty development, and student success initiatives, is appointed as the provost, responsible for faculty development and student assessment.
- Furthermore, the Academic and Business Research Institute recognized a paper co-authored by Steve Bell, a professor of economics, and Julie Creek, assistant professor of international business, titled "Corporate Governance Impact on Chinese Bank Performance and Profitability," as a "best paper," highlighting the university's emphasis on scholarly pursuits and research.
