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Park University’s Board of Trustees Elect New Chair, Add Four New Members
July 1, 2025
The governing body of Park University — its Board of Trustees — has elected a new chair for the 2025-26 fiscal year, as well as elected four individuals to serve three-year terms on the board. Elected as chair was Scott Jackman, while Brian Mertz, Lewis Nerman, Sam Stahnke and Levi Young, M.D. were elected to the board, all effective today.
150 Years of Park University Historical Highlights
May 27, 2025
On May 12, 2025, Park University’s flagship Parkville (Mo.) Campus and campuses across the country celebrated 150 years of fides et labor (Latin for faith and work, the University’s motto) as part of the University’s Founders Day commemoration.
Park University Appoints Dr. Adrian James Interim Dean of the College of Management
May 1, 2025
Adrian James, Ph.D., has been appointed as the interim dean of Park University’s College of Management, effective May 1, 2025.
Park University Recognizes 2024-25 Academic Achievements at Annual Honors Convocation
April 29, 2025
Park University students, faculty and staff were recognized for their exceptional scholarly efforts from the 2024-25 academic year as part of the University’s annual Honors Convocation held on April 23 on the flagship Parkville Campus. The University acknowledged outstanding students, faculty and staff with a variety of special awards, in addition to a number of departmental academic honors.
Park University Senior Art Students to Hold Pair of Exhibits
April 28, 2025
Park University will host a pair of exhibits over the next few months showcasing the work of six senior art students. Both exhibits, which are open to the public, will take place in the Campanella Gallery, located inside Norrington Center on Park’s flagship Parkville Campus.
Park University Commencement Set for May 10; Jeanette Prenger to Present Keynote, Receive Honorary Doctorate
April 23, 2025
Jeanette Hernandez Prenger, founder and chief executive officer of Kansas City, Mo., based ECCO Select, will present the keynote address during Park University’s Kansas City Area Commencement on Saturday, May 10. The ceremony will be held at Cable Dahmer Arena in Independence, Mo., starting at 10 a.m.
Catherine O’Sullivan Appointed Director of Development and Alumni Engagement at Park University
April 21, 2025
Catherine O’Sullivan has been appointed to the role of director of development and alumni engagement within the Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations at Park University, effective today.