Kenneth Brown Department head, Economics With the completion of the Public Affairs Conference, we are reminded the importance of Unity in Community. Dr. Ken Brown is modeling this theme throughout Springfield. For over 3 years, Ken has volunteered weekly at The Venues, from Chairing the Finance Committee to running tech slides and videos. The Venues became his gateway … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Faculty Spotlight
Amy Blansit Instructor, Kinesiology Department This year’s public affairs theme is Unity in Community. Amy Blansit, an instructor in the Kinesiology department, lives this mission daily in her work with the community. For over three years, Amy has been volunteering with the Northwest Project—a community-wide effort, led by the Drew Lewis Foundation (of which Amy is the … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Faculty Spotlight
Congratulations to the three staff and two faculty recipients of the 2018 Board of Governors' Excellence in Public Affairs Award. Each was recognized at the Board of Governors meeting on May 17th for their distinctive work and accomplishments in support of the University's public affairs mission. Awardees received a framed certificate and $1,500 grant funds to be used toward … [Read more...] about 5 Recipients Awarded the 2018 Excellence in Public Affairs Award
We congratulate Dr. Mahua Mitra, Economics Department and Dr. Richard Biagioni, Chemistry Department as awardees of the 2018 Faculty Excellence in Community Service Awards. Mahua and Richard dedicate themselves to the betterment of their communities and we are proud to honor their work and commitment! A plaque and cash award are presented annually to two faculty in recognition … [Read more...] about Congrats to the 2018 Faculty Excellence in Community Service Awardees
Multicultural Perspectives from the History of Mathematics Lead by instructor Patti Ann Blanton, the students of MTH 121 have been raising awareness and funding for K9s for Camo, a local non-profit that trains and places service dogs with veterans. Students have been promoting this service to veteran organizations, raising funds through GoFundMe and organizing a 3-on-3 … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Student Spotlight – MTH 121