Congratulations to the six recipients of the 2019-2020 Board of Governors' Excellence in Public Affairs Award. Three faculty and three staff were chosen for their distinctive work and accomplishments in support of the University’s Public Affairs mission. Recipients were recognized at the October 16, 2020 Board of Governors meeting. View more about the award and the awardee … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Award Honors Six Faculty & Staff
Taylor Vinson Sophomore, Communication Sciences and Disorders Through a variety of impressive activities, sophomore Taylor Vinson is living the public affairs mission through her voice, the pen and community activism. Taylor is founder and president of the newly formed Untamed Tongues, an all-student performance poetry club devoted to creating a safe place for creative … [Read more...] about May Student Spotlight: Taylor Vinson
Dr. Shurita Thomas-Tate Assistant Professor, Communication Sciences and Disorders Dr. Thomas-Tate personifies living the public affairs mission both in and out of the classroom. A strong leader and notable expert in diversity and multiculturalism, Shurita currently volunteers in several capacities with the Springfield Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of … [Read more...] about May Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Shurita Thomas-Tate
Carol Daniel Clinical Instructor, Nursing Department Carol has a heart for the homeless. Her influence on the health needs of the homeless and underserved is felt throughout the Springfield community as she actively volunteers with the Kitchen, Inc., Victory Mission, the Salvation Army and Rare Breed. Not only does she serve on boards and provide fundraising efforts, she … [Read more...] about April Faculty Spotlight: Carol Daniel