Miami Media Highlights June 9-15
Miami Media Highlights June 9-15
Dayton Daily News, June 12: Miami University sees jump in high schoolers getting diplomas and 2-year degrees at the same time
Nearly 75 students from nine area high schools will graduate with their high school diploma and an associate degree in General Studies, up from two high schools and fewer than 30 students last year. Laurel Gilbert, interim director of Dual Credit Programs, is quoted.
Portsmouth Daily Times, June 12: Miami University students help prepare new specimens for display at the Hefner Museum of Natural History
Several Miami University students have been helping clean and prepare for display this fall semester several newly acquired specimens, including a polar bear, that were gifted to the Hefner Museum of Natural History. Steve Sullivan, director of the museum, is quoted.
CBS-WKRC, online, June 10: Miami University launches podcast focusing on student wellness
Miami University has launched a new podcast, titled “In Such a Place,” hosted by President Gregory Crawford.
Cincinnati Business Courier, June 10: Miami University hires inaugural C-suite officer for newly consolidated role
Miami University announces the hiring of Jessica Palatka as its inaugural chief human resource officer. Palatka will assume the role on Aug. 1.
Wallet Hub, June 9: Trump-Era cuts, truth bans fuel growing racial divide in US Education
Rodney Coates, professor of Global and Intercultural Studies, provides insight on how to promote equality in education.
Cincinnati Magazine, June 9: Miami University Takes on Ohio’s Talent Gaps
Ande Durojaiye, vice president for strategy and partnerships, shares how Miami University is transforming the regional campuses into polytechnic institutions where real-world learning takes center stage.
The Conversation, June 9: Lafayette helped Americans turn the tide in their fight for independence – and 50 years later, he helped forge the growing nation’s sense of identity
Matthew Smith, visiting associate professor of History, highlights Marquis de Lafayette and his role in the American Revolution.