Academic administration

Msgr. Joseph R. Reilly Appointed President of Seton Hall University

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

SOUTH ORANGE, N.J., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- After a wide-ranging search, the Seton Hall Board of Regents has voted to appoint Monsignor Joseph R. Reilly, S.T.L., Ph.D., to serve as the University's 22nd president.

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  • The Seton Hall Board of Regents has voted to appoint Monsignor Joseph R. Reilly, S.T.L., Ph.D., to serve as the University's 22nd president.
  • SOUTH ORANGE, N.J., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- After a wide-ranging search, the Seton Hall Board of Regents has voted to appoint Monsignor Joseph R. Reilly, S.T.L., Ph.D., to serve as the University's 22nd president.
  • Monsignor Reilly brings to the presidency a deep knowledge of Catholic higher education, impressive administrative skills, and personal experience as a Seton Hall student, alumnus, faculty member, administrator and priest.
  • A Mountainside, N.J. native, Monsignor Reilly attended Seton Hall Prep and graduated from the University in 1987 with a bachelor's degree in psychology.

Hudson RPO Appoints Jeffrey C. Bettinger as Chief Administrative Officer

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

OLD GREENWICH, Conn., Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hudson RPO, a global provider of total talent solutions, announced today the appointment of Jeffrey (“Jeff”) C. Bettinger, as Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), effective immediately.

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  • OLD GREENWICH, Conn., Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hudson RPO, a global provider of total talent solutions, announced today the appointment of Jeffrey (“Jeff”) C. Bettinger, as Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), effective immediately.
  • In this role, Mr. Bettinger will oversee Hudson RPO’s administrative and strategic planning and lead the execution of key projects and global expansion initiatives.
  • During his extensive career, Mr. Bettinger has demonstrated exceptional leadership in fostering high-performing teams and driving cultural transformation within diverse corporate landscapes.
  • Jake Zabkowicz, Chief Executive Officer of Hudson RPO noted, "We are pleased to welcome Jeff to the Hudson RPO team.

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Issues White Paper on Potential of Employee Resource Groups for Skills Development

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Saturday, August 19, 2023

Lawlor posits that ERGs offer a new paradigm for tackling the twin issues of engagement and professional development, where individuals can leverage the social connections to promote skill development.

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  • Lawlor posits that ERGs offer a new paradigm for tackling the twin issues of engagement and professional development, where individuals can leverage the social connections to promote skill development.
  • “ERGs can be that mechanism that enlivens workers’ desires to be challenged with learning new skills and taking on new roles within their organization,” states Lawlor.
  • Prior to that, he served in several capacities at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, culminating as the Chief IT Officer.
  • Lawlor earned his bachelor’s at University of Pittsburgh, his master’s degree in education at Gannon University, and a doctorate in Educational Administration from Kent State University.

Dr. David Malloy appointed to second term as King’s President

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

LONDON, Ontario, June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of King’s University College is pleased to announce that Dr. David C. Malloy has accepted a second term as the ninth President of King’s.

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  • LONDON, Ontario, June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of King’s University College is pleased to announce that Dr. David C. Malloy has accepted a second term as the ninth President of King’s.
  • The appointment is effective July 1, 2024, for a five-year term.
  • A renewal committee of the Board recommended Dr. Malloy for reappointment.
  • The reappointment process included a community consultation, annual performance reviews, and other relevant factors including a wide range of feedback.

Trident University International Vice Provost Publishes Book Chapter on Online Higher Education and Leadership.

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Thursday, March 9, 2023

CHANDLER, Ariz., March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Trident University International, a member of the American InterContinental University System, (Trident) Vice Provost, Dr. Conna Bral, has published a chapter in the book, From Grassroots to the Highly-Orchestrated: Online Leaders Share Their Stories of the Evolving Online Organizational Landscape in Higher Ed through OLC Press.

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  • Dr. Conna Bral, Vice Provost of Trident University International, has published a chapter titled, "Leading in an Online Environment through the Lens of Servant Leadership," in From Grassroots to the Highly-Orchestrated: Online Leaders Share Their Stories of the Evolving Online Organizational Landscape in Higher Ed.
  • CHANDLER, Ariz., March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Trident University International, a member of the American InterContinental University System, (Trident) Vice Provost, Dr. Conna Bral, has published a chapter in the book, From Grassroots to the Highly-Orchestrated: Online Leaders Share Their Stories of the Evolving Online Organizational Landscape in Higher Ed through OLC Press.
  • She is a published researcher of topics including assessment in higher education, leadership in online organizations, quality in competency-based programs, and online teacher preparation.
  • She earned a Master's in Psychology from the University of Northern Iowa, a specialist degree in educational administration from Drake University, and a Bachelor's in Education and Psychology from Mount Mercy University.

Anthology to host annual Teaching and Learning Conference in Dubai

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Anthology, a leading provider of education solutions that support the entire learner lifecycle, today announced that Anthology Together Middle East is set to take place October 18 –19, 2022 in Dubai. With more than 60 institutions and 200 educators from across the Middle East expected to attend, Anthology Together Middle East marks the company's first in-person education technology conference in the region following the merger between Blackboard and Anthology.

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  • DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Anthology , a leading provider of education solutions that support the entire learner lifecycle, today announced that Anthology Together Middle East is set to take place October 18 19, 2022 in Dubai.
  • With more than 60 institutions and 200 educators from across the Middle East expected to attend, Anthology Together Middle East marks the company's first in-person education technology conference in the region following the merger between Blackboard and Anthology.
  • Anthology Together Middle East will feature keynotes by Anthology leaders and deep dive discussions led by higher education experts on trends and challenges impacting the global education community.
  • Anthology offers the largest EdTech ecosystem on a global scale for education, supporting more than 150 million users in 80 countries.

Trident University International Welcomes New Vice Provost

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Friday, August 12, 2022

CHANDLER, Ariz., Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Conna Bral has joined the American Intercontinental University System (AIUS) as Vice Provost for Trident University International (Trident), effective August 1, 2022.

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  • Effective August 1, 2022, Dr. Conna Bral has joined the American Intercontinental University System as Vice Provost for Trident University International.
  • CHANDLER, Ariz., Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Conna Bral has joined the American Intercontinental University System (AIUS) as Vice Provost for Trident University International (Trident), effective August 1, 2022.
  • Dr. Bral comes to Trident from the American College of Education, where she served as Assistant Provost for Education Professions.
  • Founded in 1998, Trident University International is a member of the American InterContinental University System, which is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org).

Celebree School Announces Multi-Unit Houston Agreement with Tejani Group, Set to Debut in Texas in 2023

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022

HOUSTON, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebree School, a leader in early childhood education that provides infant and toddler care, preschool, before and aftercare, and summer camp programs, has announced a multi-unit signed agreement that will bring the first Celebree School to the state of Texas. Site selection in the greater Houston market is underway as the first school aims to open late 2023.

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  • Site selection in the greater Houston market is underway as the first school aims to open late 2023.
  • Along with raising two children, Salma currently heads the Administration and Accounting department at Tejani Group.
  • From the moment we walked through the doors at Celebree School, we saw it as a place our own kids would attend.
  • The Celebree School leadership team sees vast growth opportunity across Texas in key markets including Houston, Dallas, and Austin.

Blackford Capital Appoints Paul I. Doyle as Managing Partner

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Tuesday, May 3, 2022

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Blackford Capital today announced that Operating Partner Paul I. Doyle has been appointed to the position of Managing Partner at the firm effective April 18, 2022. Martin Stein will continue to lead the firm as Founder and Managing Director. Blackford is a leading private equity firm that acquires and builds founder and family-owned companies in the lower middle market with a focus on manufacturing, industrial and distribution companies.

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  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Blackford Capital today announced that Operating Partner Paul I. Doyle has been appointed to the position of Managing Partner at the firm effective April 18, 2022.
  • Mr. Doyle has been with Blackford Capital since 2014 as an Operating Partner.
  • "As our firm continues its high growth trajectory, we are delighted to add Paul to our senior leadership team as Managing Partner," said Martin Stein, CEO of Blackford Capital.
  • Founded in 2010, Blackford Capital is a private equity investment firm headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

JVS Boston Appoints David A. Fleishman as New CEO

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Thursday, April 7, 2022

Jewish Vocational Service Boston (JVS Boston), one of New Englands largest providers of adult education and workforce development services, has named David A. Fleishman as CEO.

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  • Jewish Vocational Service Boston (JVS Boston), one of New Englands largest providers of adult education and workforce development services, has named David A. Fleishman as CEO.
  • Fleishman joins JVS Boston after serving 12 years as the Superintendent of Schools for the City of Newton.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220407006010/en/
    Jewish Vocational Service Boston (JVS Boston) has named David A. Fleishman as CEO.
  • Fleishman succeeds longtime CEO Jerry Rubin, who retired from JVS Boston this month.