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Park University has been a hub of activity this summer, with students, faculty, and alumni making waves in various fields. From grants for resource materials to photography exhibits, graduation ceremonies, and accolades, here's a roundup of the university's latest news.
Students at the Austin (Texas) Campus have received funds from a grant for resource materials in management accounting for a CMA study lab. This grant will undoubtedly aid students in their pursuit of professional certifications and enhance their learning experience.
Terrence Ward, Ph.D., assistant professor of public administration, made an appearance on the KCUR-FM in Kansas City program "Up To Date" on May 9, discussing tax increment financing. His expertise was showcased as he provided insightful commentary on this important topic.
Art enthusiasts can look forward to Carl Gregory's photography exhibit, featuring images captured during his mission trips to Kenya. The exhibit will run from June 4 to July 27 in the University's Campanella Gallery.
Academic achievements were not left out, with Stacey Kikendall, an assistant professor of English at Park University, authoring a review of The Shelley-Godwin Archive that was published in the spring issue of ABO: Interactive Journal for Women in the Arts, 1640-1830.
The Fine Arts Seniors Thesis Exhibit is currently on display in the Campanella Gallery and will run until May 31.
On the musical front, a review of a concert by the Kansas City Chamber Orchestra and students of the Park University International Center for Music was published on the KCMetropolis website on May 1.
Commencement ceremonies have been taking place across various campuses. On June 5, the F.E. Warren Air Force Base (Wyo.) Campus will hold its ceremony at noon in the Trails End Club. The Scott Air Force Base (Ill.) Campus Commencement will take place on June 7 at The Regency Conference Center, O'Fallon, Ill. The ceremony at the Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point (N.C.) Campus is scheduled for May 31 at 9 a.m., with the Two Rivers Theater and Event Center as the venue.
Park University's Department of Military and Veteran Student Services is seeking volunteers for the Heart of America Stand Down event on June 8 to support Kansas City's homeless veterans.
KC Studio celebrated its 10th anniversary with a look back on "A Decade of Cultural Milestones," featuring three Park University International Center for Music milestones.
The summer session began on June 4, and the university's annual student magazine, Narva, has been published, focusing on the people who make Park University what it is.
Several faculty members have been selected as 2018-19 Faculty Fellows to engage in innovative teaching practices and contribute to the development of learning across the University.
On July 13, commencement ceremonies will take place at Goodfellow Air Force Base (Texas) Campus and Laughlin Air Force Base (Texas) Campus. The ceremonies will be held at 2 p.m. and 1 p.m., respectively, at the Base Event Center and Anderson Hall.
The Julymester term began on July 2, and it will end on July 29.
Park University's online degree programs have been ranked, with the Master of Public Administration being ranked No. 4 by GreatValueColleges.net and the Bachelor of Science in Logistics being ranked No. 7 by TheBestSchools.org.
Several Park University individuals have received recognition for their dedication and achievements. Syed Jamal, adjunct instructor of chemistry, was featured on WDAF-TV discussing his immigration status and the complicated process to become a U.S. citizen. Zac Jarrard, a Park University alumnus, received the GKC-ASPA Stanley Fisher Award for his dedication to the field of public administration.
Stories about Darryl Forte, '90, being appointed as the interim sheriff of Jackson County (Mo.) appeared in The Kansas City Star and The Examiner (Independence, Mo.). Cynthia Levin, '77, appeared on the KSHB-TV (Kansas City) program "Nichols at Night" for a half-hour interview.
Victor Morales, a junior business administration/human resources and business administration/marketing major, provided comments for a story that appeared in the Columbia (Mo.) Tribune regarding the Missouri legislature's budget denying in-state tuition and financial aid to undocumented immigrants.
Tim Cordill, '03, was the focus of a story that appeared on the WyandotteDaily.com website. Park University President Greg Gunderson was honoured as the 2018 Nonprofit Public Administrator of the Year by the Greater Kansas City Chapter of the American Society for Public Administration.
Independence Day Holiday will be observed on July 4, with all University offices closed nationwide, while Summer Session/Julymester classes will be held as scheduled.
Finally, a story about three Park University students winning awards from Kansas City area branches of the American Association of University Women appeared in The Kansas City Star on May 30.
Education and self-development took a leap forward at Park University this summer, with students receiving grants for resource materials in management accounting, enhancing their learning experience as they pursue professional certifications. Meanwhile, faculty members were recognized for their achievements, such as Dr. Terrence Ward, who provided insightful commentary on tax increment financing on KCUR-FM in Kansas City.
General news covered various events at the university, including academic achievements, such as Stacey Kikendall's review published in the spring issue of ABO: Interactive Journal for Women in the Arts, 1640-1830. Sports fans also had cause to rejoice as a concert by the Kansas City Chamber Orchestra and students of the Park University International Center for Music received a positive review on the KCMetropolis website.
