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Park University News: March Edition
In the latest developments at Park University, we have a variety of exciting news to share. From academic achievements to partnerships and events, here's a roundup of the latest happenings.
Academic Accolades
Andrea Lee, Ph.D., assistant professor of art and director of the Campanella Gallery, has authored a new book titled Tears of Transcendence. Her work is a significant addition to the art world, and we congratulate her on this achievement.
Donovan Thompson, '07, has been honoured by the North Central Missouri College Foundation as a member of its 2020 Distinguished Alumni Class. Thompson's success serves as an inspiration to current students and alumni.
Samantha Quinn, Ph.D., assistant professor of communication, co-presented the paper, "'It Allows Me to Be "Me"': Self-Presentation, Authenticity, and Affordances Among LGBTQ+ Social Media Users." The research highlights the importance of self-expression in the digital age.
Camelin (Cochran) Sampson, senior organizational communication major, was honoured with the Lambda Pi Eta Top Paper Award by the Central States Communication Association for her paper.
Partnerships and Programmes
Park University has been selected for the Federal Aviation Administration's Unmanned Aircraft Systems - Collegiate Training Initiative. This partnership will provide students with valuable opportunities in the rapidly growing field of drone technology.
In addition, Park University offers an undergraduate certificate in Unmanned Aerial System Drone Application. The 12-credit hour program prepares students to become FAA-certified small UAS remote drone pilots. To enroll in the course, visit this link.
Events
Upcoming events include the William Eickhorst Art Exhibit, J. Malcolm Good Mathematics Lecture, Dr. Doris A. Howell Leadership Awards, Student Research and Creative Arts Symposium, Honors Convocation, Ellen Finley Earhart Department of Nursing Pinning Ceremony, International Sash Ceremony, All-University Commencement Ceremony, and various other events.
Community Engagement
Park University commemorated Women's History Month by partnering with the Frances Fishburn Archives and Special Collections to pay tribute to significant women in Park's history. Each Monday in March, videos narrated by women representing current Park faculty and staff were released, highlighting the stories of Margaret Best, Elizabeth McClure Campbell, Dr. Eleanor Chesnut, Elsa Grueneberg, and Mary Rebecca Harrison.
Lorraine Moore, development director, was appointed to the board of directors for the Great Plains SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). This appointment underscores Park University's commitment to community service.
Recognition and Achievements
Margarita Araiza, '18, and Olivia Rojas-Garcia, '20, were recognized by the Missouri Association of Colleges for Teacher Education as two of Missouri's Outstanding Beginning Teachers.
Kendall Stockard, senior social psychology major, was selected as the champion of the extemporaneous commentary category at the Pi Kappa Delta National Comprehensive Tournament.
Notable Mentions
Jack MacLennan, Ph.D., assistant professor of political science, was the featured speaker for an International Relations Council News and Views program. Matt Harris, Ph.D., assistant professor of political science, was interviewed for stories related to Missouri lawmakers refusing to fund a voter-approved constitutional amendment to fund Medicaid, the announcement that Missouri U.S. Senator Roy Blunt plans to retire, and the U.S. House of Representatives passing a $1.9 trillion stimulus package.
Lt. Col. Sally Ann Falco, '06, was featured in a story about her retirement after 34 years in the U.S. Marine Corps. Nikki Pauls DeSimone, visiting assistant professor of social work, was interviewed for a story that focused on a "Stop Asian Hate" rally.
Vince Clark, vice chair of Park University's Board of Trustees, will present the keynote address at the All-University Commencement ceremony on May 8. However, without explicit details from the retrieved documents or authoritative sources, I cannot provide a verified background summary for Vince Clark’s professional background before joining Park University's Board of Trustees. For detailed and accurate information, we recommend checking Park University's official website, press releases regarding their Board of Trustees, or contacting their administrative office directly.
Marc King, '02, who was appointed president of Austin, Texas, based Keller Williams Realty Inc., was featured in the Austin Business Journal. The Park University's Parkville Campus was highlighted on the TravelAwaits website related to a story that focused on spending a day exploring Parkville, Mo.
The resource, "Sharing the Classroom the Parents, Students and the Community," includes resources covering "brain breaks," online learning tips, and mathematics resources for all ages/parents.
Athletics and Safety Measures
For athletics events, Park University students with student ID will be admitted, and two family members of each Park student-athlete will be allowed admission. All spectators are required to fill out an RSVP form no later than 24 hours prior to the event they would like to attend, wear masks, and undergo temperature checks. For ICM events, Park students, faculty, and staff with their Park ID will be admitted on a first come, first served basis. No concessions will be available and facilities will be capped at 25 percent capacity.
We hope you find this roundup of Park University news informative and engaging. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to celebrate the achievements and events at our university.
- The Federation of Aviation Administration has chosen Park University for its Unmanned Aircraft Systems - Collegiate Training Initiative, which will offer students opportunities in the expanding field of drone technology. This partnership aligns with the University's education-and-self-development initiatives. [general-news, education-and-self-development]
- Park University's art and communication faculties are not only contributing to the general-news arena via academic achievements and research, but also through community engagement, such as commemorating Women's History Month by highlighting significant women in Park's history. [general-news, education-and-self-development, community-engagement]
