Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker This story has been updated with additional information University of Michigan President Santa Ono said Sunday that he plans to leave Ann Arbor to become the next president of the University of Florida "I write today to share that I have been selected as the sole finalist for the presidency of the University of Florida, and once the appointment is approved by their Board of Governors, I expect to assume that role later this summer," Ono wrote in a message to the Michigan community on the president office's website Ono wrote that he did not make the decision lightly and that he had already informed the chair of the university's Board of Regents "Serving as your president these past three academic years has been a distinct honor," he wrote the U-M Board of Regents thanked Ono for his service and noted that he has agreed to stay on until an interim president is named he has encouraged all of us to dream boldly to push the boundaries of knowledge and to be daring in our plans so that we could achieve more than we ever thought was possible," the email said "We are working thoughtfully and expeditiously as we execute our transition plan and we will be sharing more details in the near future." The University of Florida announced the decision on its website saying Ono was chosen through an "extensive and thorough" selection process Ono’s proven record of academic excellence innovation and collaborative leadership at world-class institutions made him our unanimous choice," Rahul Patel chair of the presidential search committee "We are confident he is the right person to build on UF’s strong foundation and help realize our bold vision for the future.” A vision researcher whose work focuses on the immune system and eye diseases, Ono had previously served as president of the University of British Columbia and the University of Cincinnati. When he was sworn in as Michigan’s 15th president in March 2023 climate change and racism were tasks that demanded attention and that Michigan was up to the task Ono initially signed a five-year contract that paid him $975,000 a year, plus an additional $350,000 in deferred compensation. In October, the Board of Regents extended his contract through 2032 and increased his base salary to $1.3 million per year Ono touted as accomplishments several initiatives urban outreach and the "Look to Michigan" campaign a $7 billion fund-raising effort that is more than half way to its goal He also noted the launch of the Raoul Wallenberg Institute to combat antisemitism and the planned Institute on Civic Discourse which aims to promote dialogue and understanding But his tenure at the University of Michigan has been marked by controversies, especially the school’s handling of protests against the Gaza War and its seeming reluctance to challenge some of the dictates of the Trump administration The school was accused at times, of doing too little to combat anti-semitism on campus and at other times of ignoring reports of Islamophobia Gaza War protesters have demanded the university divest its endowment holdings from companies doing business in Israel Vandals have attacked Ono's home and the homes of other U-M officials spray-painting pro-Palestinian messages and breaking windows U-M said it was shifting money out of DEI programs into more student-facing initiatives, including an expansion of the Go Blue Guarantee which provides free tuition to in-state students whose household incomes are $125,000 or less Contact John Wisely: jwisely@freepress.com President Santa Ono signed a contract extension with the University of Michigan aimed at keeping him a Wolverine for at least another seven years but a notch or two below the stature of Michigan The question of what happened since October when the extension was signed affirming the university's satisfaction with Ono and making him among the nation's top-paid public university presidents has an answer too familiar in Michigan: board meddling Michigan regents wanted so much to keep Ono that they raised his pay to $1.3 million But not so much that they were willing to stay out of his way and let him do his job tried to pressure Ono into a confrontation with the Trump administration over the president's executive orders regarding woke policies campus antisemitism and how federal research dollars are spent No one expected the dispute to break what has been a harmonious relationship But when the regents took the disagreement public Florida seized the opportunity to land a superstar ended its search for a new president and offered Ono the post Ono leaves after just 2.5 years as the shortest-serving president in the school's history and the only one to ever leave for the presidency of another public university More: Past University of Michigan presidents The grievances between Ono and the board were not cumulative throughout this tumultuous year on college campuses the president and regents were largely aligned on policies to respond to protests and other issues Ono and the regents were in accord in shutting down the on-campus encampments erected by anti-Israel protesters a move that angered student and faculty groups They also stood together in rejecting calls to disinvest in Israel closing its DEI office and reassigning its resources The regents concurred that the programs encouraged antisemitism and created a hostile environment for Jewish students Ono and the board also worked together in replacing DEI with an array of new efforts to increase accessibility to UM for all students over how to respond to Trump's executive orders Ono's priority was to keep UM out of the administration's crosshairs He said privately he didn't want to put the university's research funding and non-profit tax status at risk There was no indication the administration was looking at Michigan wanted to make a public show of resistance to the orders Acker is up for election next year and faces a Democratic nominating process dominated by the far left The regents penned an op-ed presented to the New York Times urging UM to join Harvard and other major universities in defying Trump The piece implied Michigan lacked courage and moral clarity in staying silent Those close to the president say he took it as a personal affront to his leadership what could have been a long and productive relationship is over who previously served at the University of British Columbia he reveled in the 2023 football national championship But he could not abide such a public challenge who leans to the right politically and is a devout Christian Florida trustees are appointed by the governor who previously served as a Republican senator from Nebraska Florida also has a statewide university system that includes 12 colleges and 430,000 students with the University of Florida at its center It enjoys tremendous financial support from the state boasting that its extensive financial aid programs bring the average cost of an undergraduate degree to just $1,300 That's never the question; its presidency is among the most sought-after positions in academia The question is whether this board will allow the next president it hires to run the university Sign up for the Nolan Out Loud report. Dennis Assanis — who has led the University of Delaware since 2016 during a unique period of transformation and growth — announced today that he will step down from the presidency on June 30 led the University with a deep commitment to academic excellence and student success and a determination to translate knowledge into beneficial impact for all renowned scholar and seasoned administrator Assanis has energized the University as a hub for global education and engagement expanding resources and opportunities for students faculty and staff to thrive in a rapidly changing world and I are so grateful to everyone in the University of Delaware community whom it has been my distinct honor to serve as president Our hearts are filled with gratitude and pride,” said Assanis “UD is a remarkable place with a vibrant culture of interdisciplinary inspiration to reimagine what’s possible in higher education I will forever treasure my experience of leading such an extraordinary institution defined by amazing students dedicated staff and a vast network of loyal alumni and friends who support its mission.” “I want to thank Dennis Assanis for his inspiring leadership and service as the University of Delaware’s 28th president His tireless commitment and bold vision have been transformative advancing the University to new levels of accomplishment As we look ahead to the next chapter in the University’s leadership President Assanis’ legacy of purpose-driven positive change will forever have an impact on UD’s continued future of institutional excellence We wish him and Eleni nothing but the best for their future.” Kelly said the announcement of an interim president to serve beginning July 1 will be forthcoming Assanis collaborated with leaders across the University to solidify and advance the Forward and Forever strategic plan designed to position UD for continued excellence With its foundational commitment to student success and ongoing investment in the intellectual and physical capital of the University community the strategic plan presented a robust vision for a campus on the move News & World Report included 13 programs ranked among the top 50 Some key outcomes of President Assanis’ leadership and influence include: Assanis introduced initiatives aimed at expanding access affordability and pathways to success for all students as well as improving pipeline programs and lifelong learning opportunities His prioritization of academic excellence has translated to an impressive four-year graduation rate that has placed UD ninth in the nation among other public R1 institutions as reported in the IPEDS 2022-23 Graduation Rate Survey undergraduate financial aid at UD has increased by more than 95% since 2016 applications to the University achieved record levels translating to all-time high enrollments across all categories of students (in-state this is the sixth consecutive year that UD has received a record number of first-year student applications now exceeding 41,000 and 50% more than when Assanis started his tenure In addition, to enhance socioeconomic mobility and student success, he introduced the First State Promise program which aims to cover all tuition and fees for Delawarean undergraduate students coming from families with incomes under $75,000 About one-third of enrolled Delawareans are covered by First State Promise enrollment of Pell-eligible students has increased by more than 34% and enrollment of underrepresented minority students has increased by more than 30%.  Assanis fostered transformational growth of UD’s research Total research expenditures from all sources increased by more than 160% from $176 million in FY16 to $466 million in FY24 UD’s rankings in the most recent Higher Education Research and Development (HERD) survey released by the National Science Foundation improved from #59 to #28 among publics and from #84 to #45 among 626 academic institutions when comparing non-medical school R&D expenditures Research and scholarship have expanded across various disciplines evolving through interdisciplinary collaboration One catalyst for growth has been UD’s role as headquarters for the National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals (NIIMBL), which Assanis helped secure in 2016 UD has created and/or renewed multiple interdisciplinary centers and institutes in innovative materials Assanis has also worked closely with various campus stakeholders to support numerous and emerging campus-wide artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives in academics He also created a policy to invest campus resources in support of the growth of the Arts and Humanities emphasizing the comprehensive nature of the University and the importance of holistic education deans and chairs to spearhead an unprecedented effort to enhance UD’s faculty ranks hiring more than 600 faculty across campus since 2016 including several in interdisciplinary clusters About 45% of current faculty members have been hired since 2016 energy and diversity to UD’s distinguished faculty ranks Their collaborative efforts have yielded multi-year faculty hiring plans to meet projected demand for undergraduate and graduate student instruction across multiple departments and colleges at the University based on growth in enrollment and research opportunities the STAR Campus community is accelerating innovation in health financial technology and data science services rapidly elevating UD’s prominence and impact as a 21st-century research university laboratories and significant spaces for music theater and dance; the opening of the South Academy Residence Hall; and the acquisition of the University Courtyard apartments Assanis significantly advanced University relationships with multiple constituents throughout his presidency yielding consistent increase in philanthropy and federal and state appropriations for capital projects Assanis brought a strategic and deliberate approach to philanthropic development crafting a vision and case statements in support of institutional priorities and capital projects the Office of Development and Alumni Relations and multiple units across campus Assanis prioritized deep relationships with major philanthropic donors and prospects to support life-changing UD initiatives in alignment with institutional evolution and impact and the Siegfried Institute for Leadership and Free Enterprise as part of UD’s Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics During his time at the University of Delaware, Assanis served the White House as an appointed member of the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology and he served on the National Commission on Innovation and Competitiveness Frontiers an initiative of the nonprofit and nonpartisan Council on Competitiveness Assanis served as provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at Stony Brook University in New York Earlier he had a distinguished career at the University of Michigan and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign With a worldwide reputation as a scholar and expert in both fundamental and applied studies of internal combustion engines and energy systems he was inducted as a member of the National Academy of Engineers in 2008 for his scientific contributions to improving fuel economy and reducing emissions of internal combustion engines and for promoting automotive engineering education He holds five patents and has directed more than $100 million in research grants and contracts He holds an honors bachelor of science degree with distinction in marine engineering from Newcastle University in England and four degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology: a master of science in naval architecture and marine engineering a master of science in mechanical engineering a master of science in management from the Sloan School of Management and a doctorate in power and propulsion.  See More Stories Contact us at ocm@udel.edu Contact us at 302-831-NEWS or visit the Media Relations website Racers to Compete For 2025 MVC Softball Championship5/5/2025 10:39:00 AM | Softball Murray State Will Open Tournament Play Against Drake in Des Moines National Team & Signing with Bay FC5/5/2025 8:00:00 AM | Women's Soccer Check in with DWS alum and current @wearebayfc midfielder, Hannah Bebar??#ProDuke pic.twitter.com/TZK1kQF2Rd has announced his intention to step away from the position at the end of July is the second-longest serving president in the 129-year history of the University “Cindi and I are incredibly grateful to the UM community for so many wonderful years together,” Stewart said “We appreciate the many meaningful relationships we’ve enjoyed with our students and we wish the Montevallo family all the best in the future.” Stewart strengthened the University’s core mission by focusing on the expansion of new academic and athletic programs promoting increased opportunities for interdisciplinary studies and increasing funding for faculty salaries and development as well as new academic buildings and facilities on campus UM also saw an increase in first-year freshman and transfer applications and the number of students living on campus during Stewart’s tenure as president the University has added numerous programs to grow enrollment which includes a bass fishing team that has won four consecutive Bass Pro Shops School of the Year titles which has seen a 90 percent retention rate Stewart was actively engaged in both the public and private sectors and has been widely recognized for his service to the state of Alabama the Birmingham Business Alliance named him a CEO of the Year Finalist and awarded him the Vulcans Community Award for Outstanding New Leadership Stewart served as vice president for institutional advancement at Flagler College in St He is a graduate of Wake Forest University with a master’s from Washington College and a doctorate from the University of Southern Mississippi The UM Board of Trustees will now begin the search for Stewart’s successor The strength and conditioning concentration within the University of Montevallo’s Exercise and Nutrition Science Program has been granted a five-year initial accreditation status by the Council on Accreditation of Strength… The University of Montevallo has once again been designated a Military Friendly School highlighting the institution’s strong commitment to providing exceptional support and resources for its military students and their… The University of Montevallo is turning the page to the next chapter in its 127-year old story in rural and diverse educational leadership program at Southern Arkansas University will graduate its first class of 11 students on Saturday Watson Athletic Center basketball gymnasium “Graduating our first class is a tremendous milestone—not only for SAU but for the students who have dedicated themselves to this journey and the rural communities they serve,” said Dr “We are incredibly proud of this group of resilient and visionary leaders who are already making an impact across our region and beyond.” program launched in Fall 2021 with a total of 32 students from 23 counties across the state of Arkansas The group represented a wide variety of educational practitioners building and district-level administrators The rural and diverse educational leadership program provides advanced training in research and practice for professionals holding or seeking leadership positions in rural schools and community and government agencies and is intended to respond to as well as anticipate the unique challenges educators and community leaders face in rural areas This is a private dinner for graduates and invited guests only All SAU graduation ceremonies will be livestreamed on the SAU Facebook page for those unable to attend in person. For more information about the Ed.D. in rural and diverse educational leadership program, please visit web.saumag.edu/edd Nguyen joins Minnesota after competing at St Renovation Supported by $10 Million Gift from the Connelly Foundation 2025) – Villanova will renovate and revitalize the Connelly Center a student hub and central gathering space for the campus community for the past 45 years The project will reinvigorate the building while maintaining its distinctive character A gift from the Connelly Foundation originally funded the construction of the Connelly Center The Foundation is now making a leadership gift to reimagine the building for today’s student needs donating $10 million toward the renovation cost which brings the Connelly Foundation’s total giving to Villanova to more than $44 million the Connelly Center has been central to Villanova’s student experience and campus life and our goal with the renovation is to ensure that the Connelly Center remains a vibrant hub for our entire community,” said University President the Rev “I want to express my deep gratitude to the Connelly Foundation for its continued generosity and dedication to this hallmark building on Villanova’s campus.” work on the Connelly Center will take place over the summer and be completed by Fall 2025 The revitalized spaces will include a Commons on the ground floor of the Connelly Center executive vice president emerita for the Connelly Foundation and a former member of the Villanova University Board of Trustees With the opening of Villanova’s Cabrini Campus in Fall 2026 the Connelly Center will increasingly serve as an important student hub for those traveling between campuses study and lounge options will ensure the building is equipped to best serve Villanova students today and for generations to come “The Connelly Center has always been more than a building—it's a symbol of our founder’s enduring belief in the transformative power of Catholic education,” said Tom Riley Chair of the Board and President of the Connelly Foundation “This revitalization ensures that my grandparents’ legacy continues to shape Villanova’s students for generations to come just as they envisioned when the Center first opened in 1980.” The Connelly Center renovation maximizes a vital campus space and advances Villanova’s commitment to enhancing the student experience, fostering community, and creating collaborative spaces as part of the University’s 10-year Strategic Plan and Espiritus Nova: The Campaign for Villanova University About the Connelly Foundation: Connelly Foundation is a private grant making organization whose mission is to enhance the quality of life in the greater Philadelphia region its heritage is steeped in the integrity of its founders uncommon vision and the manifest courage of their convictions Espiritus Nova: The Campaign for Villanova University reflects the strong generous and unshakeable spirit that connects all Villanovans it is the most ambitions fundraising effort in the University’s history Achieving this goal will strengthen Villanova’s academic preeminence enrich the campus and amplify the University’s collective Augustinian Catholic impact—across the nation and around the world Connelly Center Revitalization  I still can’t believe the semester is almost over — we’re officially in the final stretch here’s a list of my personal favorite study spots on campus Let’s see if you notice a common theme among them My go-to study spot is the Innovation Lab because of its perfect central location My favorite part about this spot is the natural lighting — thanks to the large windows it’s so much easier to stay focused while studying with plenty of them hanging from the ceiling and lining the walls Even though I’ve never had a class in Science 2 I sometimes teach ballroom classes there in the evenings I love staying to study or do homework at the tables near the windows you’ll get an amazing view of Binghamton in the late afternoon or evening — you can also catch the sunset and see the campus lights as the night comes It’s a great spot if you really want to focus I love this spot because it lets me work on both my personal laptop and a desktop computer with a large screen I usually come here when I’m working on something that requires having lots of tabs open so I can easily print them out and review them on paper It’s also conveniently close to vending machines and the Hinman Dining Hall — perfect for taking a quick snack break when I need it This is one of the newest study spaces on campus, and I love it! Every time I go, I try to find a new spot to sit. There are so many different chairs, tables and couches with fun shapes and colors that make studying feel a little less boring. When I study there, I always try to grab a seat near the corners — those spots have the best windows and natural light! Check it out in the TikTok we made about this place I’m still a fan of the fourth and now it’s a little less busy making it even better This is a great spot if you’re looking to study with friends The library’s fourth floor has several group study rooms you can reserve in advance — perfect for collaborative studying or working on group projects My favorite rooms are the ones in the corners because they have big windows and plenty of space to spread out and get comfortable when you’re in a big study group We all know that if you manage to get one of these booths, you’ve basically won the lottery for the day! Their availability is limited for a reason — they’re super comfy, each seat has its own outlet underneath, and there’s a big window next to every booth to help keep you awake and focused. One of my favorite things about this spot is how close it is to the Library Tower Café So if you ever need a coffee or a croissant to recharge during your study session especially when I need a change of scenery One of my favorite spots is the chairs close to the corner windows or the individual study rooms It is a great place to focus because it is quiet and the printers are right there if you want to print your study notes My favorite thing about this place is the whiteboards I love using them when I have to do math problems or mental maps to study This is one of my favorite spots for doing light work If you enter C4 and head to the floor above the dining hall you’ll find a large area filled with couches and big windows I love grabbing a couch that faces the window so I can get some work done while enjoying the view outside and sometimes students play it — so I end up with live piano music as my background making it super easy to grab a snack or meal Another great study spot — similar to C4 — is in Mountainview since it has the best ice cream and great late-night food tables and big windows that offer an amazing view of campus which is super convenient for getting extra help or resources to study As a coffee fan, I couldn’t leave out a good coffee spot to study or get work done. My favorite place downtown is Strange Brew, mainly because their coffee and cozy aesthetic are amazing. We even made a video about it for National Coffee Day and spend some time off campus soaking in the vibe of downtown Binghamton two things I always look for in a good study spot are nearby food options and big windows — and all of these places have that in common I hope you enjoyed checking out my favorite spots and feel free to let me know if there are any others that Binghamton students should check out too She majors in business administration with concentrations in marketing and business analytics she hopes to pursue a marketing career in the nonprofit sector Have questions, comments or concerns about the blog? Email us at social@binghamton.edu There's always something new and interesting going on at Binghamton University and this blog is our way of sharing in that excitement with you and join us as we celebrate this energetic and outstanding community Photo by: Tamar KreitmanGottam Named Ivy League Pitcher of the Week5/5/2025 1:30:00 PM | Baseball Omene Named AVCA All-America Honorable Mentions May 05 CONWAY, S.C. - Coastal Carolina women's basketball head coach Kevin Pederson has announced the signing of Wisconsin transfer D'Yanis Jimenez for the 2025-2026 season "Our staff is excited to welcome D'Yanis and her family to Coastal Carolina!" We recruited D'Yanis out of high school so we've been familiar with her for a while and we see her as a big time addition to our team D is a great fit in our motion offense and she will provide a skill set that we believe can establish her as one of the premier guards in this league." a 5-8 guard who enters the program as a junior Florida native is the second player to be signed by the Chants after playing at Wisconsin following the signing of Tessa Grady for the upcoming season Jimenez played 26 games with one start for the Badgers and scored a career high of seven at Oregon on January 4th Her 2022-23 season saw the guard play 29 games with nine starts in her freshman year Jimenez averaged 20 minutes per game with 6.9 points per game 1.6 assists and 1.0 steals per game in her first season of collegiate basketball Jimenez was rated a 3-star recruit and 108th nationally by ESPN after her career at Charlotte High School in Punta Gorda Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here Thanks for visiting ! The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Cynthia Bukirwa's 8,300-mile journey to graduation began with a 13-hour bus ride from her native Uganda to Nairobi seeking medical treatment for severe acid burns Bukirwa lived with her extended family from ages 12 to 17 she faced several disruptions in her high school education including pausing her studies for a year to navigate the complex immigration process to reunite with her mother Just as Bukirwa was beginning to regain her footing in the United States; the COVID-19 pandemic hit creating yet another obstacle in achieving her academic aspirations because I've had amazing experiences here and met amazing people." Bukirwa's journey will continue at the University of Toledo College of Medicine where she will study to be a plastic surgeon she didn't receive the medical care she needed for the nine months we were together in Uganda Seeing her five years later in Columbus after about 30 reconstructive surgeries she looked like a different person," Bukirwa said "Just seeing the influence that my mother's surgeons had on her quality of life inspired me Medicine is much more than seeing patients at the hospital It involves going into the community and seeing the lived experiences of patients and using your resources to impact their lives; not only physically through surgery My mother's experience with her physicians showed me that medicine goes beyond the hospital whose parents survived the 1994 Rwandan genocide against the Tutsis and emigrated from Rwanda when Gisigo was 14 also will be among the approximately 1,670 students receiving their degrees during UD's undergraduate commencement exercises beginning at 9:45 a.m "Celebrating this on Mother's Day will be a moment of joy My mom has been through a lot throughout her childhood "So I think seeing me graduate is going to mean a lot to her I'm glad she's going to witness it on Mother's Day." Arriving in Dayton a month before starting high school in his second language transferring high schools and arriving on campus knowing only two people Gisigo said he is grateful for the community he found at the University of Dayton and in the Flyer Promise program "Meeting people from all over the world just because of UD is just something I cherish every day," said Gisigo "It really shows how the UD focus on community works It's something we are always reminded about; and to witness it and see it applied in your life Gisigo will travel around Europe with a roommate visiting an Irish exchange student to UD they befriended It will be Gisigo's first trip back since arriving in Dayton Gisigo will start a position as an area manager at an Amazon facility in Vandalia the University also will bestow an honorary degree on Larry Connor Connor is a nationally recognized entrepreneur and non-profit investor with $5 billion in real estate assets across 17 U.S His contributions extend beyond business — fueling education "Larry Connor is a unique and highly accomplished person with a deep love for people in the Miami Valley and the University of Dayton," said UD President Eric F "He is a highly successful businessman who has turned that success into philanthropy that touches many lives in the Dayton region and supports the civic fabric of our region.   "His life embodies values we strive to instill in our students — leadership innovation and a commitment to serving others We are honored to recognize his extraordinary achievements." Read more here about Connor and the honorary degree. The University will confer approximately 500 master's and doctoral degrees at 12:45 p.m The School of Law's will hold its commencement at 9 a.m The University also will hold a baccalaureate Mass at 4 p.m More information and links to the live streams for each commencement ceremony can be found at graduation.udayton.edu. In Concert: The University of Scranton Jazz Band with guest soloist Joel Ross presented by Performance Music at The University of Scranton Ross will also offer a free vibraphone masterclass for area percussionists on Friday at 4:30 p.m.The University of Scranton Jazz Band will take the stage Friday with renowned vibraphone player and percussionist joining them as the evening’s guest soloist Presented by Performance Music at The University of Scranton Admission is free and the concert is open to the public Ross will also offer a free vibraphone masterclass for percussionists ranging from students (ages 16 and older) to professionals on Friday at 4:30 p.m Percussionists wishing to attend should email music@scranton.edu or call (570) 941-7624 for more information (Younger students may attend accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.) the University’s student jazz ensemble will perform a variety of works that prominently feature Ross on vibraphone/percussion Performance Music Conductor and Co-Director Janelle Decker said “I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Joel this past fall semester when he was a guest performer with Scranton Brass Orchestra Joel is someone who has a really down-to-earth and cool ‘vibe,’ pun intended and we are delighted to feature him on our program this spring.” has earned widespread renown as the most exciting new voice on his instrument he is a bracingly thoughtful composer and a bandleader Ross auditioned for and won a spot in the Brubeck Institute Jazz Quintet where he studied under former SFJAZZ Collective vibraphonist A graduate of Stockton’s University of the Pacific Ross went on to study jazz at The New School where he formed his band Good Vibes Ross has toured with the Marquis Hill Blacktet in which his vibraphone was the primary comping instrument Ross made his recording debut as a leader on his album “KingMaker” in December 2016 and it was released on Blue Note Records in 2019 Ross recorded his second album as a leader The University of Scranton Jazz Band is a 21-member ensemble of big band style instrumentation made up of University student musicians from majors spanning the curriculum and the majority of their performances are open to the public and often feature a nationally or internationally renowned guest soloist The primary focus of Performance Music at The University of Scranton is its student choral and instrumental performing ensembles Because there is no music major at Scranton all enrolled students (undergraduate and graduate) are eligible for membership in the University bands with neither an audition nor enrollment fee required for membership Hundreds of students participate in the ensembles each year email music@scranton.edu or visit scranton.edu/music Press Room University News Graduate Spotlight: Preschool and now graduate doctoral classmates Grace Gleba and Nicole Genser advocate for people who are deaf or hard of hearing Posted in: Audiology, College for Community Health, Homepage News, University This story is part of a series celebrating Montclair State University’s Spring Commencement 2025 graduates – students who embody the University’s mission to broaden access to exceptional learning opportunities and contribute to the common good Their story is a full-circle journey that started at Summit Speech School a preschool dedicated to teaching spoken language to children who are deaf or hard of hearing They were not close at the time and only discovered that coincidence years later when they reconnected at Montclair drawn independently to the same program by personal experiences and a shared desire to help others “It feels like an invisible string tied us together,” says Gleba “This shared experience from our early years somehow strengthened our connection in adulthood Reconnecting in grad school felt like the culmination of a journey that began long ago.” Genser agrees: “We’ve supported one another while learning to navigate this field – not just as patients Being able to lean on someone who gets it makes the challenges feel less overwhelming and lonely It’s comforting to know our bond is now lifelong.” Doctor of Audiology Program Director Maryrose McInerney says Gleba and Genser have been exceptional students “Grace and Nicole bring a unique and empathetic perspective to audiology shaped by their hearing loss,” she says servant-leaders and passionate advocates.” she became the namesake of “Grace’s Law,” enacted in 2009 to require insurance coverage for children’s hearing aids in New Jersey the law expanded to include cochlear implants Her diagnosis resulted from voluntary newborn hearing screening; today, auditory screenings are mandated statewide discovered that hearing aids weren’t covered by insurance for newborns Mother and daughter fought for legislative change for nearly a decade “When a parent learns at birth that their child is deaf “You don’t know if they will ever hear words such as ‘I love you,’ speak like the rest of the hearing world or have a successful career You wonder if many doors might not be opened for a child with a disability and what challenges lie ahead.” But the Glebas helped prepare Grace to succeed in a hearing world and we always had high expectations for her,” Jeanine says Gleba and Genser thrived in Montclair’s research-based the only doctoral audiology program in New Jersey They collaborated on pioneering research that addressed challenges faced by audiologists with hearing loss focusing on clinical tools like listening scopes who presented her findings on “Assessment of Modified Listening Stethoscopes for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Audiologists with Emphasis on Gain and Frequency Shifting” at the New Jersey Speech-Language-Hearing Association (NJSLHA) explains that standard listening checks weren’t always accessible due to her own hearing loss “I was unable to dependably listen to hearing aids programmed for individuals with milder hearing loss I found myself depending either on verified objective measurements or on my normal-hearing peers to complete listening checks,” Gleba says “I realized this wasn’t just a personal hurdle – it was a broader issue of equity in clinical practice.” Genser explored a related topic: “Assessing Distortion in Modified Listening Scopes for Deaf Audiologists.” She presented at state and national conferences and published in the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association’s academic journal  “I feel fortunate to have spent four years in a program that not only provided a strong clinical foundation but also truly encouraged student initiative and ideas,” she says “I was supported in my desire to share my work beyond the classroom through widespread means that help move our field forward and amplify underrepresented perspectives.” Both women balanced rigorous academic and clinical schedules with part-time jobs and extensive community service Gleba served two years as a doctoral assistant on the New Jersey Hearing Aid Project playing a key role in coordinating services statewide for low-income seniors both credit their success to support from family understanding support network made all the difference,” Genser says Gleba adds: “I hope to pay it forward by holding the door open for others who share similar goals and dreams.” Gleba and Genser have both accepted jobs as audiologists at clinics where they completed their residencies: Gleba as vestibular director at Adept Audiology in Florida and Genser at the Center for Hearing and Communication in Manhattan “Completing my doctoral degree is a deeply meaningful Gleba reflects: “ Individuals with hearing loss often face additional challenges in reaching academic milestones That’s why this moment is especially meaningful to me – it’s a personal achievement and a symbol of breaking the glass ceiling that others like me continue to face.” Jeanine Gleba is excited to celebrate her daughter’s achievement: “For all parents graduation is a shining moment and a joy to witness This is quite a culmination for Grace and our family The University will celebrate its graduates at Commencement exercises on Wednesday Story by Sylvia A. Martinez Journalists: Contact the Media Relations team for assets or to schedule an interview with a member of the Class of 2025 Montclair State University Policies Return to Top who graduates with a Bachelor of Science from the School of Communication plans to pursue a career in health care marketing and communications always dreamed of attending the University of Miami A dream that came true the moment she opened her acceptance letter Her love for Miami began at age 12; she was drawn to the University’s vibrant culture Sullivan discovered her passion for public relations after one class ultimately combining her interests to pursue a career in health care marketing and communications Her internship with University Communications became another learning experience giving her hands-on skills in media relations and storytelling This helped Sullivan grow professionally and personally From studying abroad in Rome to building lifelong friendships on campus Sullivan’s time at the U has been filled with many experiences that shaped her future The University of Miami was my number one choice for as long as I can remember so opening my acceptance letter was one of the best moments of my life I first visited Miami when I was 12 and instantly fell in love with the area UMiami stood out to me—not just for its amazing location but also for its strong academics and smaller class sizes I wasn’t sure which direction I wanted to take within communications I started as a communication studies major I decided to broaden my skill set and added an advertising minor I didn’t want to limit myself strictly to communications I’ve always had a passion for health care so I set my sights on combining the two fields My goal is to pursue a career in health care marketing and communications I was fascinated by the news—watching events unfold in real time always captivated me I knew early on that I wanted to work in the communications field but I realized I wasn’t interested in being on camera all day I chose a major that allows me to interact with the media and write One of the most rewarding experiences at the University has been interning at University Communications and gave me hands-on experience that will benefit me in my career My college journey started with an incredible experience: studying in Rome I met people on that trip who are still some of my best friends today which made transitioning to university so much easier Every year here has brought new experiences and challenges that have shaped me into the person I am today The School of Communication and my internship with University Communications have had the biggest impact on me I wouldn’t feel as prepared to enter the professional world without those experiences Both have given me the skills and confidence to take on my future career I’m currently applying for positions in the NYC area hoping to break into the health care marketing and communications field I’m eager to see what the future holds there was no question about where she would attend college: the University of Miami she knew this was the path that would allow her career to flourish the University has always been a central part of Speziani’s life making homecomings and football games among her most cherished childhood memories She will graduate in May from the School of Communication with a Bachelor of Science in advertising management with minors in motion pictures and public relations Read about her experiences at the University and what lies ahead Throughout high school, I developed a strong passion for film and took several film-related courses. When I started college, I knew I wanted to pursue film and advertising. Ultimately I decided to major in advertising management because I have a creative eye for fashion and branding My love for storytelling and visual communication made advertising the perfect fit I still have an unwavering passion for film so I decided to minor in film accompanied by a public relations minor. This combination allows me to explore both creative and strategic aspects of the media world One of the most rewarding experiences I’ve had was interning with the University Communications team. Writing stories for News@TheU not only strengthened my storytelling abilities but also deepened my understanding of University communications and public relations. This internship ignited my passion for storytelling and taught me valuable skills that will benefit my future career One of my most unforgettable experiences was studying abroad in Australia My professors have had a profound impact on me They provided real-world insights that helped shape my understanding of the industry and continuously pushed me to do my best my internship with University Communications has been a cornerstone of my personal and professional growth giving me firsthand experience in public relations and communications that I’ll carry into my career The University of Miami has equipped me with the skills and confidence to step into my career. The experiences and professional opportunities I’ve had here have given me a strong foundation. I feel more prepared than ever to take the next step in my career and I’m extremely grateful for all my professors who’ve shaped my journey and helped me realize my potential It’s always been a dream of mine to live abroad and this opportunity is the perfect chance to gain hands-on experience while immersing myself in a vibrant new city and culture. After broadening my horizons over the year I plan to pursue a master’s degree in communication to further develop my skills in public relations and brand management. I’m excited to see how this journey unfolds and how it shapes my career moving forward University marshals are distinguished faculty members selected to represent their colleagues at ceremonial functions of the University These honorees represent faculty excellence and leadership in teaching professional achievement and service to the campus and community.  University marshals for Spring Commencement are Juan Vivero-Escoto is the University marshal for the doctoral hooding ceremony at 4 p.m. Vivero-Escoto has been teaching at UNC Charlotte since 2012 His primary area of research focus is the design and synthesis of novel hybrid inorganic-organic materials for biomedicine and renewable energy Belk-Woodward Distinguished Professor in Engineering is the University marshal for the commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. Cato College of Education and the William States Lee College of Engineering.  Schmid joined the William States Lee College of Engineering in 2020 as the first-ever Belk-Woodward Distinguished Professor in Engineering A nationally known expert in manufacturing Schmid collaborates with researchers in the college’s Center for Precision Metrology and with regional companies Carol Grotnes Belk Distinguished Scholar and associate professor in the School of Nursing is the University marshal for the commencement ceremony at 3 p.m. College of Computing and Informatics and the College of Health and Human Services Powers has been a faculty member at UNC Charlotte since 2008 and teaches in the bachelor’s Her current courses are focused on teaching and mentoring doctoral nursing program students to conduct scholarly projects preparing master’s degree students for the nurse educator role and advancing graduate students’ interprofessional collaboration competencies for the College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences and the Klein College of Science.  Taylor has served as a professor of mathematics at UNC Charlotte since 2006 teaching undergraduate and graduate level classes and as a tutor in the Mathematics Learning Center known for his innovative and student-centered approach to teaching mathematics was a finalist for the UNC Charlotte Award for Teaching Excellence in 2024 professor of reading and elementary education Good’s teaching and research interests focus on social studies education teacher preparation and professional development particularly in the context of National Board Certification With more than 32 years of experience in public education Good has published over 60 peer-reviewed journal articles having served as president of the North Carolina Professors of Social Studies Education and on the board of directors for the North Carolina Council for Social Studies Inside UNC Charlotte is produced and maintained by the Office of University Communications. Faculty and staff members can submit news or story/video ideas for consideration via the online form or email insideuncc@charlotte.edu clean energy — the envisioned result if scientists and engineers can successfully produce a reliable method of generating and sustaining fusion energy — took one step closer to reality as a team of researchers from The University of Texas at Austin Los Alamos National Laboratory and Type One Energy Group solved a longstanding problem in the field One of the big challenges holding fusion energy back has been the ability to contain high-energy particles inside fusion reactors When high-energy alpha particles leak from a reactor that prevents the plasma from getting hot and dense enough to sustain the fusion reaction engineers design elaborate magnetic confinement systems but there are often holes in the magnetic field and a tremendous amount of computational time is required to predict their locations and eliminate them the research team describes having discovered a shortcut that can help engineers design leak-proof magnetic confinement systems 10 times as fast as the gold standard method While several other big challenges remain for all magnetic fusion designs this advance addresses the biggest challenge that’s specific to a type of fusion reactor first proposed in the 1950s “What’s most exciting is that we’re solving something that’s been an open problem for almost 70 years,” said Josh Burby assistant professor of physics at UT and first author of the paper “It’s a paradigm shift in how we design these reactors.” A stellarator uses external coils carrying electric currents that generate magnetic fields to confine a plasma and high-energy particles This confinement system is often described as a “magnetic bottle.” There is a way to identify where the holes are in the magnetic bottle using Newton’s laws of motion which is very precise but takes an enormous amount of computational time scientists might need to simulate hundreds or thousands of slightly different designs tweaking the layout of the magnetic coils and iterating to eliminate the holes — a process that would require a prohibitive amount of computation on top of that scientists and engineers routinely use a simpler method for approximating where the holes are using an approach called perturbation theory which has slowed the development of stellarators a different way of understanding the system “There is currently no practical way to find a theoretical answer to the alpha-particle confinement question without our results,” Burby said “Direct application of Newton’s laws is too expensive Ours is the first theory that circumvents these pitfalls.” This new method also can help with a similar but different problem in another popular magnetic fusion reactor design called a tokamak there’s a problem with runaway electrons — high-energy electrons that can punch a hole in the surrounding walls This new method can help identify holes in the magnetic field where these electrons might leak Burby’s co-authors from UT are postdoctoral researcher Max Ruth and graduate student Ivan Maldonado a computational scientist and data scientist at Type One Energy Group a company planning to build stellarators for power generation Thanks for visiting By Jennifer Cowley, president of the University of Texas at Arlington, and Richard C. Benson, president of the University of Texas at Dallas, for The Dallas Morning News University researchers throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth region are doing amazing work. At the University of Texas at Arlington and the University of Texas at Dallas scholars play hidden roles in the cars we drive Behind just about every major technology breakthrough or industry transformation there’s often a university professor working to create the latest innovation and continued investment in their research is essential to growing our region’s role in addressing the problems faced by Americans One researcher, UT Arlington analytical chemist Daniel W. Armstrong has spent much of his professional career exploring the arrangements of atoms in molecules until you learn that roughly 75% of oral prescription medications are safer in part because of Armstrong the Food and Drug Administration in the 1990s instructed pharmaceutical companies to focus on using only the “helpful” arrangement of molecules in drugs to avoid side effects You are safer and healthier today because of this professor’s determined research Robert Rennaker and Seth Hays conceived a therapy called paired vagus nerve stimulation to rewire circuits in the brain These scientists have since refined the technique to treat a variety of disorders Food and Drug Administration approved the treatment for chronic ischemic stroke survivors increasing the effectiveness of physical rehabilitation for mobility and motor skills provides hope for a better quality of life Funding from the National Institutes of Health and additional federal government entities made these and other innovations possible at our universities Federal research funding plays a leading role in biomedical innovation we spent more than $110 million in the local economy last year on federal grants and contracts That funding translates into discoveries that lead to new products and jobs that benefit the United States We serve as presidents of two of D-FW’s Carnegie R1 universities a designation signifying the highest level of research activity and achieved by less than 5% of all universities nationwide scientists and student researchers whose work has helped propel our country’s rising standard of living and technological and military superiority A recent paper published by the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas found that government investments in research and development accounted for at least a fifth of U.S with implied returns of 150% to 300% for non-defense-related research funding federal investment has funded the curiosity and ingenuity of academic institutions universities have provided the expertise and research capacity to tackle complex challenges including building the next generation of energy storage advancing artificial intelligence and improving health care This model has served as the heartbeat of American innovation and a key driver of our nation’s prosperity Our ongoing research funding partnership with the federal government will ensure that innovative discoveries continue to improve the lives of Americans and people all over the world Thanks for visiting – Memphis women's basketball announced its first roster additions for the 2025-26 season on Monday with Jordan Hunter and Amauri Williams signed on to Alex Simmons' third squad at Memphis Hunter joins the Memphis Tigers from Auburn where she played in all 30 games as a true freshman in 2024-25 and she logged 15 or more minutes in eight of Auburn's 18 SEC games "Jordan is someone who I have known for a very long time; she is a vocal leader who comes from a circle of people with high morals and values," said Simmons "She will be a great example in this program of what it looks like to balance being a successful student-athlete and businesswoman."  A highly recruited guard out of Trussville, Alabama, Hunter was ranked the top prospect in the state and 50th in the nation by Hoopseen. Her 19.9 points, 4.4 assists and 4.0 rebounds in her senior season at Hewitt-Trussville earned her Alabama 7A Player of the Year in 2024. She played AAU basketball for Alabama Southern Starz EYBL with fellow rising sophomore Tamya Smith from 2021-22 Williams comes to Bluff City from Prairie View A&M where she averaged 8.2 points and 3.5 rebounds in 2024-25 She posted 12 points on 50% shooting and three rebounds in the first round of SWAC Tournament "I am ecstatic to have Amauri join our program her talent and ability is great but she is someone that has a passion for the game and a determination to win," said Simmons "Her presence will be felt quickly in our program."  The 6-foot-4 Williams spent two years in Prairie View after a season at Vanderbilt where she averaged 6.4 points and 3.7 rebounds in 2022-23 She has a proven ability to draw fouls as an interior scorer averaging 3.1 free throw attempts per game in her career with a 71.1% clip Williams was a four-star recruit with a 91 grade from ESPN FSU | Florida State University News Florida State University News The Official News Source of Florida State University Home / News / Arts & Humanities / Florida State University’s College of Music and School of Theatre collaborate for ‘Preview @ FSU’ series Florida State University recently showcased the second annual “Preview @ FSU” series, a unique collaboration between the College of Music and the School of Theatre through the Music Theatre Program “Amelia and Me,” written by Stacey Luftig and Phillip Palmer tells the story of pioneering pilot Amelia Earhart and her friendship with fellow aviator Jackie Cochran the musical explores the events leading up to Amelia’s final flight and highlights the bond between these two remarkable women The series is a new works initiative that provides a platform for students to work closely with professional writers and composers offering the students hands-on experience in the early stages of musical development we aim to provide our students with the opportunity to be part of a new musical in its early stages,” said Alisa Hauser assistant professor of music theatre and program director “This experience is crucial for their professional preparation as it mirrors the work they will do in the industry after graduation The series not only benefits the students but also provides invaluable support to the writers and composers.” Developing a new musical theatre production takes a lot of resources This program gives students the chance to build their skills by participating from start to finish in the process student stage managers and assistants,” Hauser said and it is something that writers are hungry for.” The performance was held at the Augusta Conradi Studio Theatre providing an intimate setting for this powerful story “One of the most heartwarming moments during the performance of ‘Amelia and Me’ was when we unexpectedly discovered that members of Amelia Earhart and Jackie Cochran’s distant family were in the audience,” said Chari Arespacochaga associate professor at the School of Theatre and director of the MFA Directing program “It was such a surprise and added a special connection to our performance knowing that we were sharing this story with people who have a personal link to Amelia’s legacy.” Arespacochaga said students contribute significantly to the developing production highlighting strengths of the interpretive vision and helping identify areas for potential improvement “The experience gained through the ‘Preview @ FSU’ series is invaluable for our students It prepares them to face real-world challenges in music theatre They leave the program not only with a deep understanding of their craft but also with the confidence to navigate the complexities of the professional world.” “The experience gained through the ‘Preview @ FSU’ series is invaluable for our students,” she said “It prepares them to face real-world challenges in music theatre BFA Music Theatre senior students Teegan SinClair learned to pivot and trust the creative process “It’s a special process because things change and pivot as we go and we get to know the people who have created the piece,” Ennen said “This is the perfect opportunity to do it first at school and I have my trusted teachers by my side to help me through it.” The students’ unique opportunity to perform “Amelia and Me” and their dedication have showcased the benefits of having hands-on experience in musical theater “Being part of ‘Amelia and Me’ has been transformative for me as a performer,” SinClair said “The process of taking notes and adjusting our performances to better align with the vision of the writers has taught me so much about adaptability and collaboration I’ve learned to trust my instincts while also being open to feedback and changes This hands-on experience has truly broadened my understanding of the complexities involved in bringing a new musical to life.” For more information, visit music.fsu.edu © Florida State University Tallahassee Our websites may use cookies to personalize and enhance your experience. 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For more information, please see our University Websites Privacy Notice Laurencin was the keynote speaker at the University of Maryland medical school's Stephen R The Future is Here,” delivered this Spring was sponsored by the University of Maryland Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) The endowed biennial lectureship was established to honor the memory of Stephen R The lectureship invites an outstanding physician scientist to visit the scientific community interact with and mentor MSTP students there in Chemical Engineering from Princeton University He completed the Harvard Medical School Medical Scientist Training Program earning his MD from the Harvard Medical School in biochemical engineering/biotechnology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Laurencin is the University Professor at UConn and the Albert and Wilda Van Dusen Distinguished Endowed Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the UConn School of Medicine professor of Materials Science and Engineering and professor of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Connecticut He is chief executive officer of The Cato T Laurencin Institute for Regenerative Engineering a cross-university institute named in his honor at UConn he encouraged students to pursue excellence in all they do He encouraged students to give back throughout their careers Laurencin’s work in mentorship is well known He has created and established numerous programs in his career including the UConn Young Innovative Investigator Program the UConn NSF EFRI Regenerative Engineering REM and REU Programs and the UConn NIH T32 Regenerative Engineering at the University of Connecticut alone The UConn Foundation established the Cato T Laurencin Scholars Award given to undergraduate students the Society for Biomaterials created the Cato T Travel Award given to undergraduate students in Biomaterials Science He is the first to receive the three principal national awards for mentoring: the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Mentor Award and the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science and Engineering Mentoring given to him by President Barack Obama in ceremonies at the White House The pioneer of the field of Regenerative Engineering Laurencin is the first surgeon elected to the National Academy of Medicine the National Academy of Sciences and the National Academy of Inventors As an orthopaedic surgeon physician-scientist he is the first individual to receive the Nicolas Andry Award (highest honor of the Association of Bone and Joint Surgeons) the Kappa Delta Award (highest research honor of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons) the Marshal Urist Award (highest honor in regeneration of the Orthopaedic Research Society) and the American Orthopaedic Association’s (AOA) Distinguished Contributions to Orthopaedic Surgery with induction into the AOA Awards Hall of Fame and Brody McDonald earn Individual Omnium Titles.  welcomed student-athletes from across the country to their headquarters in Waterloo for the 2025 USA Cycling Collegiate Road National Championships p/b Trek Riders faced cooler weather and challenging courses in hopes of being crowned National Champion.   Riders raced into the weekend with a 24-kilometer Team Time Trial on Friday once again posting the fastest time at 33:42.26 to earn gold Colorado State University and the University of Arizona rounded out the podium with times of 34:56.76 and 35:54.37 Colorado Mesa University clocked a 32:37.78 to win the Stars and Stripes with Marian University close behind for silver Fort Lewis College secured bronze with a strong time of 33:13.50.  with Princeton University racing to the win in 29:11.61 Colorado State University earned silver only six seconds back and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill rode strong to take bronze stopping the clock at 27:51.87 to take the National Championship title Marian University was the only other team to break the 28-minute mark Belmont Abbey College put in a strong ride to secure third.  riders met at Trek’s headquarters in Waterloo for the road race The first race of the day was the Varsity Women who completed five laps of the 13.1-mile rolling course A touch of wheels early on caused a crash that took a fair number of riders out of contention A 10 person breakaway formed shortly after and stayed together for most of the race attacking out of the break and gained a sizeable gap over the chasers The chase group finished nearly three minutes back Colo.; Colorado Mesa University) and Ella Sabo (Redlands Calif.; Colorado Mesa University) sprinting to second and third.  the field stayed together until the finish Mass.; University of Colorado Boulder) outsprinted her competition to win the Stars and Stripes jersey Charles Composite) sprinted to bronze.  the Varsity Men rolled out for seven intense laps with multiple teams trying to establish a break in the opening laps The break hovered around a 35-second lead for much of the race N.C.; Lees-McRae College) surged to the finish to take the national title Kan.; Fort Lewis College) grabbing silver and Luke Arens (Indianapolis Ind.; Marian University) earning bronze.  with a 14-man lead group forming at the front Calif.; California Polytechnic – San Luis Obispo) came out on top in the sprint to claim the win Ind.; Indiana University – Bloomington) took second N.M.; University of Colorado Boulder) rounding out the podium.  The final day of the USA Cycling Collegiate Road National Championships p/b Trek took riders to downtown Madison for the criterium events Riders navigated the four-corner course with long headwind and tailwind straights The first race of the day was the Club Women where multiple teams tried to animate the race Mass.; University of Colorado Boulder) controlled much of the action taking three of the four-point primes and winning the field sprint to earn her third Stars and Stripes jersey of the weekend She also secured the top spot in the Individual Omnium and helped her team claim the coveted Team Omnium title Charles Composite) had another strong ride Fla.; University of Michigan – Flint) held on for third.  The pace was high for the first 30 minutes until Satchel Kim (Bethesda Md.; Georgetown University) and Boden Gentile (Great Falls The duo held a 10- to 15-second advantage until 11 laps to go Teams kept the pace high to deter further attacks Md.; UVM Cycling) took the sprint to win gold N.C.; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill) sprinted to silver Calif.; Cal Poly Cycling) secured bronze.  Colorado Mesa University controlled most of the race keeping things in check and setting up their sprinters for the finish Colo.; Colorado Mesa University) to the line for the win and earning her the Individual Omnium title Ky.; Milligan University) finishing third.  The final race of the day was the Varsity Men but none stuck as the field stayed active and aggressive Colo.; Colorado Mesa University) coming out on top to earn the national title Ga.; SCAD Atlanta) rounded out the podium.  Mass.; University of Colorado Boulder)  N.C.; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill)  Colo.; University of California – Santa Cruz)  University of Colorado Boulder – 442 points  Colorado State University – 388 points  Colorado Mesa University – 425 points  Full results for the 2025 USA Cycling Collegiate Road National Championships p/b Trek can be found here.  Team USA Recap: Ruth Edwards Wins Pan Am Time Trial; Kate Courtney Silver at Pan Am MTB Recognized by the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee and the Union Cycliste Internationale USA Cycling is the official governing body for all disciplines of competitive cycling in the United States View Children's Online Privacy Protection Policy The new simulator offers a high-tech practice space for the VSU community while introducing students to the growing golf industry Virginia State University is proud to announce the addition of a new golf simulator donated by the Professional Golfers' Association of America (PGA) A second simulator was awarded through the University's participation in the White House HBCU Golf Consortium a national initiative to increase diversity in the golf industry and expose students to unique professional opportunities located in the VSU Fitness/Wellness Center inside Daniel Gymnasium features two state-of-the-art simulator bays and a putting green "We are very excited about this new golf simulator and how it will benefit not only our student-athletes but the broader Virginia State University community," said Rodney Hall Deputy Chief of Staff and a leader of the initiative "It will allow us to introduce more students to the game of golf and spark interest in a global industry." The University held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday Virginia State University1 Hayden Dr.Virginia State University, VA 23806804-524-5000 Oakland University’s School of Nursing and its Board of Visitors have announced the 2025 Nightingale Award winners and runners-up This year’s top nurses in Michigan come from a variety of clinical roles and settings and are recognized as exceptional in the health care field This year’s Nightingale Awards Ceremony will honor 10 winners and 10 runners-up in 9 different nursing categories Awardees are nominated by their peers and supervisors and recognized as exceptional in their nursing roles in both clinical and nonclinical settings Oakland University School of Nursing will host this annual celebration of nursing Thanks to the support from Presenting Sponsor Henry Ford Health individual donations and support from the School of Nursing Board of Visitors The Nightingale Awards provides future nurses with scholarships including the Nightingale Legacy Scholarship This endowed scholarship will be awarded annually to nursing students who display the pioneering spirit of Florence Nightingale “We’re deeply committed to our mission of educating and empowering the next generation of Michigan nurses,” said OU School of Nursing Dean “Nurses who embody the resilience of Florence Nightingale and bring innovation The Nightingale Awards Ceremony will be on Wednesday on Oakland University’s main campus in Rochester Hills Each Nightingale Award winner receives a check for $1,000 a solid bronze statue of Florence Nightingale and a Nightingale pin For more information on the event or to purchase tickets to attend the event, please contact Kristen Damiano in OU School of Nursing at (248) 364-8759 or by email at [email protected] or visit oakland.edu/nursing/nightingale 2025 Nightingale Award Categories - Winners & Runners Up: University of Michigan Health - Michigan Medicine Eastern Michigan University School of Nursing Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Oakland University Budget and Transparency Reporting Oakland University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S © 2025 West Virginia University Athletics Thanks for visiting The University of Florida's Presidential Search Committee announced that Dr the current president at the University of Michigan is the sole finalist to become the university's 14th president chair of the search committee and a member of UF's board of trustees made the announcement in an email to the university community on Sunday “Throughout an extensive and thorough process we sought a leader who could match UF’s extraordinary momentum understand its role as the flagship university of one of the most dynamic states in the country and inspire our community to reach even greater heights," Patel said in the announcement innovation and collaborative leadership at world-class institutions made him our unanimous choice We are confident he is the right person to build on UF’s strong foundation and help realize our bold vision for the future," he added who holds a doctorate in experimental medicine from McGill University has held previous faculty appointments at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Harvard University and University College London He served as president of the University of Cincinnati from 2012 to 2016 and at the University of British Columbia in Canada from 2016 to 2022 "If I could select a dream candidate for the university’s next president “His demonstrated record of success at the best universities and caring personality have allowed him to work effectively with faculty staff and other stakeholders everywhere he has been I am confident that the future of the University will be in the best of hands with Santa Ono as our leader.” Ono expected on campus in Gainesville on May 6According to the release Ono will be in Gainesville on May 6 to meet with students “Few moments in higher education are as exciting as this one at the University of Florida,” Ono said in the release “No other public university combines UF’s momentum its role as the flagship of one of the nation’s most important states the extraordinary support from state leaders and a shared vision across its entire community "These strengths make UF uniquely positioned not only to lead public higher education but to stand among the most impactful institutions — public or private — in the world I am honored and energized to be considered for this historic opportunity,” he added Ono's appointment must then be confirmed by Florida's Board of Governors Government Relations and Internal Affairs at a Feb 25 meeting unanimously approved a compensation package for UF's next president of up to $3 million Ono's base salary if hired by UF has not yet been revealed The agreement came just two years after Ono began his term as president in October 2022 George Mason University Professor Emeritus of Public Policy James Finkelstein called the contract "unprecedented in public higher education." In a twist Finkelstein also noted at the time that the only other public university to offer a contract of this magnitude was the University of Florida to Ben Sasse Sasse announced his stunning resignation in July 2024 after his wife was diagnosed with epilepsy who served as UF president from 2015 to 2023 was quickly appointed by the board of trustees to serve as interim president The selection of the former Republican U.S senator for Nebraska received almost immediate backlash from the university community due to his anti-abortion stance and being accused of not supporting the LGBTQ community People also were upset with how the search for a new president unfolded with Sasse being named the sole finalist after a months-long presidential search involving over 700 candidates UF officials claimed no other finalist wanted to come forward unless they were chosen as the sole finalist Sasse was criticized by some and lauded by others for his handling of pro-Palestinian protests on UF's Plaza of the Americas While many protests on university campuses across the country had escalated into violence Nine protesters were arrested after a days-long sit-in following what demonstrators called unfair rules and restrictions enacted by the university Ono also has faced backlash over the University of Michigan's handling of pro-Palestinian protesters In December 2024, a federal lawsuit was filed against UM Ono and others over the university's handling of the protests It alleges that the school selectively targeted student protesters over their beliefs and took a more hardline approach to disciplining them compared to protesters involved with other causes Community Safety Department Director To Resign Amid Tension With Cambridge Police Department From Lab to Startup: Harvard’s Office of Technology Development Paves the Way for Research Commercialization People’s Forum on Graduation Readiness Held After Vote to Eliminate MCAS 8 Takeaways From Harvard’s Task Force Reports Former Harvard Chemistry professor Charles M. Lieber, who was convicted of lying to federal authorities about his ties to China in 2021 took a new job as a professor at a Chinese university last week Lieber started his new role at Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School where he now holds the school’s highest faculty rank “Shenzhen’s dynamism and innovative spirit align perfectly with my vision to co-create a global scientific hub here,” Lieber said during an April 28 ceremony welcoming Lieber to the university Lieber was found guilty in 2021 of six felony counts of concealing his ties to the Thousand Talents Program, a Chinese government initiative which brings overseas researchers to the country, in misleading statements and falsely reported tax returns. In 2023, Lieber was sentenced to one day in prison He had been actively searching for a job in China since at least last June. In October, a federal judge granted him permission to visit China for “employment networking” and to deliver a lecture in Beijing a pioneer in applying nanotechnology to biology and medicine once held Harvard’s highest faculty rank as a University Professor and was an internationally celebrated chemist His arrest drew backlash from many prominent scientists including seven Nobel laureates and more than two dozen Harvard professors who signed an open letter calling his prosecution “unjust.” The letter cautioned that similar legal actions could have a “chilling effect” on global scientific collaboration His new position in China comes as the country attempts to catch up — or even surpass — advanced industrial economies in its technological prowess by investing heavily in research and scientific education Tsinghua SIGS Dean Ouyang Zheng said during the April ceremony that Lieber’s new appointment would “advance SIGS’s academic excellence and contribute to the establishment of a world-class scholarly community,” according to the press release —Staff writer William C. Mao can be reached at william.mao@thecrimson.com. Follow him on X @williamcmao —Staff writer Veronica H. Paulus can be reached at veronica.paulus@thecrimson.com. Follow her on X @VeronicaHPaulus Want to keep up with breaking news? Subscribe to our email newsletter. EDISON, NJ – The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) today announced the 2025 All-MAAC Postseason Teams, as voted on by the league's 13 head coaches. Freshman outfielder Brianna Estevez joined the MAAC All-Rookie Team after a stellar campaign to open her collegiate career EDISON, NJ – The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) today announced the 2025 All-MAAC Postseason Teams, as voted on by the league's 13 head coaches. Freshman outfielder Brianna Estevez joined the MAAC All-Rookie Team after a stellar campaign to open her collegiate career "Bri had a standout and impactful year as a freshman starting in every single game for us," said Head Coach Bridget Hurlman "She didn't hesitate to step up and take on key team roles as our leadoff hitter and everyday centerfielder." Estevez became the first Jasper since Sophia Kiseloski and Maddy Weir in 2023 NJ product was just one of five Jaspers to start in all 45 games this campaign Estevez slashed a stat line of .313/.390/.406 throughout the season she was second on the team in hits with 40 and ranked in the top 20 in the MAAC this season "She showed herself to be a true triple threat from the left side with an ability to use her speed and swing away for power." and logged a fielding percentage of .939 in her first collegiate season "She saved us many runs with her spectacular diving plays and by cutting runners down with strong throws all season long," described Hurlman The freshman outfielder opened her collegiate career with a two-bagger against Montana in the Dr Diana Natalicio Memorial Tournament presented by Holiday Inn West-Sunland Park and crossed the plate twice during her debut played at University of Texas El-Paso in mid-February Estevez engineered an eight-game hitting streak spanning from the Saint Peter's series while tallying a hit in every game at Iona and a pair against Quinnipiac This streak subsequently landed her on the MAAC Rookie of the Week listing—the first Jasper to win the weekly award in nearly three years "We are so proud of what she was able to accomplish but we also know the sky is the limit for her We are really looking forward to seeing all her growth and her impact still to come in Jasper Green." Thanks for visiting and mission-centered leader who has served UTEP exceedingly well,” said John Wiebe provost and vice president for academic affairs “I look forward to continuing our work together to equip faculty and other library patrons with the resources and support they need to achieve their research and learning goals.” Castellano served as associate library director for research instruction and discovery services before being appointed interim dean in 2024 He is credited with accelerating the availability of digital resources and introducing the access service model transforming the library’s subject research specialists into learning facilitators and increasing their engagement with students and faculty Castellano holds a bachelor of arts in history from UTEP and a master’s in information science from The University of North Texas Castellano will begin his new role effective immediately 2025 at 12:00 AM | Originally published May 05