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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
PSU marks 50 years of MBA program with alumni celebration
PITTSBURG, Kan. — A Pittsburg State University program celebrates a major milestone. May marked 50 years of the Kelce College of Business's MBA program. More than 2,300 living alumni have graduated from the program in the past five decades, going on to work in businesses around the world. The MBA program is still growing, with two new master's degrees in Human Resources Development and Professional Accountancy available online starting this fall. It's a program that's received statewide accolades. 'The second milestone that we are celebrating here at Pitt State in the Kelce Graduate School of Business is a recent ranking by the Wichita Business Journal, which places the MBA Program at Pitt State as number two in terms of enrollment, just behind the University of Kansas,' said Chelsey Decker, PSU Assistant Dean for Graduate Business Programs. PSU marks 50 years of MBA program with alumni celebration Doug Ball named interim president of Pittsburg State University Doug Ball named interim president at Pittsburg State University ROTC Commissioning Ceremony held at PSU The Kelce College of Business is inviting alumni to commemorate its 50th year on September 13. The event will be held in Gorilla Village before the first football game of the season. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Decades of memories come alive at James Ward Elementary School's 150th anniversary celebration
CHICAGO — Rose Marie Ruggiero, who goes by Cookie, and Mary Reusz, now affectionately known as Grandma Mary, go way back. 'I lived right across the alley from her grandmother,' Reusz said. 'Her grandmother had a cherry tree, and I used to go and steal cherries from the tree.' Along with building humorous memories at home, the ladies, now in their 90s, also shared unforgettable times at James Ward Elementary School. 'The teachers were always so good, and I had a good time here. I didn't go to kindergarten but first grade to eighth,' Ruggiero said. On Saturday morning, the long-time friends returned to the school, located at the corner of 27th Street and South Shields Avenue, sitting side by side in the auditorium. Reusz graduated from eighth grade in 1945, and Ruggiero graduated in 1947 but says it doesn't feel like it's been 78 years. The two were among a large crowd of alumni, current students and educators who came out to celebrate the school's 150th anniversary. Festivities included going back in time with gems from the past on display and students sharing their talents. The first section of James Ward opened in 1875, with two additions coming along in 1897 and 1927. The building is the district's oldest continuously used and operated school. 'It's our oldest school but it's a school that celebrates inclusion, celebrates art,' Pedro Martinez, Chicago Public Schools CEO, said. 'It's a community that has changed over time, but it's always been a wonderful community.' Eric Chen, who graduated from James Ward in 2021, says his elementary school foundation was key to his success as he heads to Princeton University this fall. 'These teachers really put in so much effort, like outside of school hours, to make sure we succeed, so I'm very grateful they're really passionate,' Chen said. As he transitions from CPS, Martinez says he wants to see students like Chen continue representing what the district can offer. 'The talent that exists here, both in our staff and our students. There is just no shortage of talent so when we support that talent, we make our wonderful city even greater,' Martinez said. All these years later, Reusz and Ruggiero say they're proud of the next generation of students for putting their old stomping ground on the map. 'These children are so smart. I am proud of them,' Ruggiero said. 'Well, I say take it all in because you have a wonderful opportunity here at Ward School, see look at us,' Reusz said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Historic Washington Irving Middle School honored with farewell tour
CLARKSBURG, (WBOY) — The Clarksburg Visitors Bureau (CVB) hosted a commemorative event titled 'A Final Walk Through the Halls and Town That Made Us,' celebrating the rich history and lasting legacy of Washington Irving Middle School before it closes. In a press release, the visitor's bureau acknowledged the closure of the school and wanted to give those who attended and the community members one last look at the building after decades of shaping countless lives. The CVB extended an invitation to alumni, faculty, coaches and community members to gather for a reunion and take one final walk through the beloved school building, reflecting on their cherished Hilltopper memories. West Virginia among top states for FAFSA completion 'This was the central part of the city, it was, it was one of the nicest high schools built in 1913 in the entire state. First graduating class was 1914, so it began I think 250 kids were in the original school. During the last 50's and through the 60's and 70's grades nine through 12 was about 1,000 students in this building even before the new gymnasium was built,' an organizer of the tours and President of the Clarksburg Visitors Bureau Curtis Edwards said. Following the tour, attendees were encouraged to enjoy a walk through historic downtown Clarksburg, explore local businesses, and appreciate the city's cultural and historical significance. 'The stories have been coming in, phone calls, people that I run into, and the stories are just nonstop, it almost makes your brain hurt because your trying to remember back, in my case 50 years, graduating here in the 1969. A lot of the people coming up of the tour will be sharing some stories,' Edwards said. 'So, the history is strong and it was a close tie between downtown Clarksburg and W.I. We were lucky to have and hour lunch and and as soon as the bell rang everybody headed downtown to go to all the different drug stores and the countertop service that we had.' As part of the event, the historic Gore Luxe also welcomed visitors for an open house from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., offering pastries, tea, and coffee. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CTV News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Stampeders celebrate arrival of new season with FanFest at McMahon Stadium
The Calgary Stampeders are hosting their annual Fanfest Saturday at McMahon Stadium until 2 p.m. The Calgary Stampeders don't launch the regular season until June 7, but threw open the gates to McMahon Stadium for their annual Fanfest on Saturday morning. It's taking place Saturday at McMahon Stadium from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fans can meet players -- both the present roster and a few Stampeders alumni -- take a selfie with the Grey Cup and enjoy plenty of free activities, including interactive inflatables, face painting, games, giveaways and other stuff. Fanfest is on until 2 p.m. For free tickets and information, go here.
BBC News
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
University of Warwick appeals for theatre graduates to join reunion
A university is asking for theatre and performance studies graduates to get in touch to help celebrate the department's 50th birthday. Gavin and Stacey writer and star Ruth Jones is among those to have studied at the University of Warwick since its opening in is asking for former students to take part in a reunion event on 28 June in order to reconnect and share their stories. "Our alumni are an essential part of our story as well as our best advocates and inspiration for future generations of students," said Assistant Professor David Coates, who is organising the event. As part of the anniversary, the department is also working to expand the university archive."Our theatre studies archive is currently too formal, and we would like more colour and character," added Professor Coates. "We're appealing for photos, programmes, module notes, flyers and any other memorabilia material that can help capture the spirit of student life in the department over our five decades," he added. Follow BBC Coventry & Warwickshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
