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July 1st, 2020 - The Crow's Nest News

Park University's Crow's Nest newsletter serves to foster connection between students, educators, and employees across its multiple campuses across the country. Date: July 1, 2020

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Local news scoop for July 1, 2020: The Crow's Nest reports on the ongoing political chaos with...
Local news scoop for July 1, 2020: The Crow's Nest reports on the ongoing political chaos with updates on the presidential election, local municipal elections, and ongoing debates about gun control and immigration policies. Also, the paper dives into the latest crime reports, revealing the top trends in thefts, burglaries, and violent crimes in the area. Furthermore, you'll find pieces on the local music scene, featuring interviews with up-and-coming bands and concert reviews.

July 1st, 2020 - The Crow's Nest News

Park University has been making headlines in recent weeks, with several notable achievements and appointments taking place across the institution. Here's a roundup of the latest news:

Kenny Broberg Wins Pre-Competition Cash Prize

Kenny Broberg, a graduate student in the International Center for Music, has been awarded a cash prize of $50,000 before the American Pianist Awards competition begins. The prize was granted due to the coronavirus pandemic, making Broberg the first recipient of such an award in the competition's history.

Park University Launches Gap Year Initiative

In response to the ongoing pandemic, Park University has introduced a gap year initiative for current undergraduate students. For the 2020-21 academic year, students can take unlimited online classes for a flat fee of just $9,000. However, it's worth noting that there is currently no available information about the specifics of this program from the provided search data. For more details, it's recommended to check Park University’s official website archives or contact their admissions or student affairs office directly.

Faculty Members in the Spotlight

  • Matt Harris, Ph.D., associate professor of political science, was interviewed live on KMBZ-FM in Kansas City on June 1 to discuss President Donald Trump's plan to invoke the Insurrection Act.
  • Claude English, director of athletics at Park University's Parkville (Mo.) Campus, was interviewed for a story that aired on KCTV in Kansas City on June 22.
  • Alla Adams, Ph.D., assistant professor and program director of healthcare administration, was interviewed for a story that aired on KSHB-TV in Kansas City on June 23.
  • Steve Youngblood, associate professor of communication arts and director of the Center for Global Peace Journalism, received a $9,300 Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund Rapid Response award from the U.S. Department of State.

Appointments and Recognitions

  • Vince Clark has been elected as vice chair of Park University's Board of Trustees.
  • Linda Coventon has been elected to serve a three-year term on Park University's Board of Trustees, effective July 1.
  • Troy Teague, recruiting director, Cerner Corp., Kansas City, Mo., continues to serve as secretary of Park University's Board of Trustees.
  • Jeanette Prenger, '09, and chair of Park's Board of Trustees, was appointed to the Missouri Tourism Commission by Gov. Mike Parson on June 19.
  • Mara Cohara, J.D., a member of Park University's Board of Trustees, was selected to the Kansas City Business Journal's "2020 Women Who Mean Business" list of honorees on June 17.
  • Jenna Scott has been appointed as director of professional education and workforce development at Park University.
  • Geri Dickey, Ph.D., associate professor of social work, has been appointed as interim dean of Park University's College of Education and Health Professions for the 2020-21 academic year.
  • Katie Ervin, Ed.D., associate vice president for academic operations, was appointed to the Board of Directors for the Heart of America Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association.
  • Lynn Craghead, senior vice president, U.S. Bank, Kansas City, Mo., continues to serve as treasurer of Park University's Board of Trustees.
  • Jeanette Prenger, president and chief executive officer, ECCO Select, Kansas City, Mo., continues to serve as chair of Park University's Board of Trustees.

Park University in the Spotlight

  • Park University was highlighted as one of four colleges/universities nationwide as an "engine of upward mobility" in a paper published by the American Enterprise Institute on June 24.
  • Park University was among the schools on CollegeCliffs.com's "Best Online Schools for Bachelor's in Childhood Education Degree Program" list.
  • Jolene Lampton, Ph.D., associate professor of management/accounting, co-authored an article on "Customer Service in the Digital Age" published in June in CSM.

Stay tuned for more updates from Park University!

At Park University, the new gap year initiative offers undergraduate students the opportunity to take unlimited online classes affordably, for a flat fee of $9,000. This education-and-self-development program is responding to the ongoing pandemic, but specific details are not yet fully available from the provided search data, encouraging interested parties to contact the university's official website or staff directly.

Jenna Scott's appointment as director of professional education and workforce development at Park University will focus on the university's commitment to lifelong learning and continued personal development, an essential aspect of education-and-self-development programs.

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