The Crow's Nest (September 4, 2024) - Update on Recent Events:
Park University has made a significant impact in the world of education, recently earning notable distinctions that highlight its commitment to academic excellence and student success.
Niche has ranked Park University No. 100 on its 2024 "Safest College Campuses in America" list and No. 1 on the "Safest College Campuses in Missouri." The university has also been named to Money magazine's "Best Colleges for Online Bachelor's Degree Programs."
In addition to these accolades, Park University ranked 18th on estimated annual price and 20th on average early career salaries among the schools listed. These rankings underscore the university's dedication to providing quality education at an affordable cost.
The university's online education programme has also been recognised, with details available on the university's official website and reputable ranking publications like U.S. News & World Report.
The Park University Alumni Association has also received recognition, with the 2024 honorees of its four annual awards announced recently. These awards celebrate the achievements and contributions of Park University alumni.
Faculty members at Park University are also making a mark. Ilya Shmukler, a graduate student in Park University's International Center for Music, participated in a two-part interview discussing his recital concert and victory at the Concourse Géza Anda Piano Competition.
Other notable faculty members include Jeanette Prenger, who was named to the "Top 50 Women Leaders of Missouri for 2024" by Women We Admire, and Amber Dailey-Hebert, who was invited by Coursera to serve as a subject matter expert and develop a series of content for a short course on "Fostering Psychological Safety."
Park University's community is also thriving. Master Sgt. Corey Holt, MPA '22, is the recipient of the Park Promising Young Professional Award. Aubrie (Burkhalter) Harris, '23, was featured in a story about her first year of teaching in the Liberty (Mo.) School District.
Upcoming events at Park University include an art exhibit, music recitals, commencement ceremonies, and the annual Homecoming and Parents Weekend. The university's golf team is also making waves, with Luis Gonzalez and Gilberto Torres, Park University baseball players, selected for the Puerto Rico Baseball Federation's U-23 national team for the Baseball World Cup.
Park University's emergency alert system, ParkAlert, ensures that students, faculty, and staff are kept informed of important/urgent/emergency messages and/or weather-related alerts and updates. The 2024 Park University Golf Scramble is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 14, at The National Golf Club of Kansas City.
With a strong focus on safety, online education, faculty recognition, and community engagement, Park University continues to distinguish itself as a leader in higher education.
- Beyond academics, Park University's faculty members are celebrated for their achievements, with Ilya Shmukler being interviewed about his recital concert success and Jeanette Prenger named among the "Top 50 Women Leaders of Missouri for 2024."
- Alongside its commitment to education and self-development, Park University also fosters an engaging lifestyle through various activities such as art exhibits, music recitals, sports events, and the annual Homecoming and Parents Weekend.
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