Education Notes – 09-01-22
Kacoyanis awarded degree from University of Alabama
TUSCALOOSA, AL — Maria Kacoyanis of Cape Coral has received a bachelor of science degree in Commerce & Business Administration from the University of Alabama. UA awarded over 1,400 degrees during its summer commencement ceremonies on Aug. 6.
UA offers students a premier educational, cultural and social experience with more than 200 undergraduate, graduate and professional programs.
The University of Alabama, part of The University of Alabama System, is the state’s flagship university.
For additional information about UA, please visit www.ua.edu.
Foundation for Lee County Public Schools announces board members, slate
of officers for new year
The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools has announced the installation of new Board Member Mike Perino, managing consultant, OneDigital. Perino was introduced to FLCPS through his participation as a sponsor for the Rotary South Golf Tournament which raises funds for the Take Stock in Children program. His broader support as a board member and business leader strengthens the foundation’s partnership with the business community to the ultimate benefit of students.
Also approved were the slate of officers were Dr. Michele Laboda, chair; Michael Wukitsh, vice chair; Kyle DeCicco, treasurer; R. Noelle Branning, Esq., secretary; and Harlan Parrish, immediate past chair.
Re-elected board members include: Amira Fox, Esq.; Kristin Gwinner; Cindy McCurry-Ross; John Miller, Esq.; Cole Peacock; Brian Rist; Kevin Shimp; Denise Vidal; Mark Weber; Constance White-Davis; Michele Yovanovich, Ed.D.; and Matthew Zwack.
Laboda also re-appointed Jeff Kunburger as chair of the College Career Leadership Council and Dr. Richard Lewis, chair of the STEM Committee.
For more about the foundation, visit https://leeschoolfoundation.org/
Hodges University’s
Talon magazine available
The fifth edition of Talon magazine, the magazine of Hodges University, is now available on campus and online.
Within its expanded 36 pages, readers can enjoy stories and profiles of students, alumni, faculty and staff, plus celebrations like graduation, pinning ceremonies, and global culture.
“In this edition, every story circles back to the theme that ‘Dreams DO Come True’,” said Dr. John Meyer, President of Hodges University. “It’s rewarding to share our student success stories, the enthusiasm of our faculty and staff, and our community engagement.”
A digital version is available at www.hodges.edu. Talon is available at no charge on campus.
Hodges University is a regionally accredited, private nonprofit institution founded in 1990. Hodges has a campus Fort Myers and provides flexible day, evening and online classes for undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Hodges is also the first designated as a Hispanic serving institution in the region, and is a member of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities. More information about Hodges University is available at Hodges.edu
The Hodges University campus in Fort Myers is located at 4501 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 3396. For additional information about the university or its programs, please 239-938-7700