Public Institution

Lincoln University (MO) has announced the appointment of Dr. Michael J. Self, Sr., as its new Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs. Dr. Self will assume his new role on August 1, 2022. Dr. Self currently serves as the Assistant Provost and Dean of Graduate Studies at Metropolitan State University in St. Paul, MN. Prior to this, Dr. Self was the Vice President for Assessment at the Community College of Allegheny County in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Self's experience has enabled him to better understand what is required for effective teaching and learning. He has coordinated faculty tenure processes, facilitated the implementation of professional development activities for both faculty and staff, and led the development of an academic innovation fund. Dr. Self holds a Master of Science in Mathematics, a Master of Arts in Theological Studies and his Doctor of Philosophy in Science and Mathematics Education from Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, LA. Read more here.

Louisiana State University has announced the appointment of Mr. Todd S. Manuel as Vice President of Inclusion, Civil Rights & Title IX effective September 1, 2022. Mr. Manuel currently serves as Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Transformation at Edison Electric Institute (an association that represents investor-owned electric companies).  At EEI, he led strategic efforts to advance racial and social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion for the electric power industry. Previously, he served as Entergy Corporation’s Director of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging in New Orleans, LA and as a Partner with Taylor, Porter, Brooks & Phillips, L.L.P. in Baton Rouge, LA. His experience in leading large-scale transformations in complex corporate environments will prove invaluable in his new role as he seeks to create an integrated approach for diversity, equity and inclusion for the LSU campus and community. Mr. Manuel holds a J.D. from the Southern University Law Center and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Louisiana State University. Read more here.

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) has announced the appointment of Ms. Janice Falkenberg, J.D., as General Counsel beginning August 22, 2022. Ms. Falkenberg brings 25 years of legal experience to the District, with her last 18 years at Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC), the largest technical college in Wisconsin. She currently serves as the institution’s Vice President and General Counsel. Prior to MATC, Ms. Falkenberg was a law firm partner in private practice representing employers in labor and employment law. Earlier, she served as Vice President, Human Resources for Sysco Food Services, Eastern Wisconsin. Ms. Falkenberg earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Minnesota, majoring in Political Science and History, and her Juris Doctorate from William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul, MN. Read more here.

Chicago State University has appointed Dr. Elizabeth Davies as its new Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences. Dr. Davies will begin her new role as Dean on July 1, 2022. Dr. Davies currently serves as the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of St. Francis in Joliet, IL. Prior to serving as Dean, Davies was the Chairperson and tenured Associate Professor of the Psychology Department. As Dean, Dr. Davies led 56 full-time faculty members and 11 departments containing 30 programs across three campuses, and developed three new majors, three new certificates and two new concentrations, and an online master’s degree program. Dr. Davies earned her M.A. in Psychology and Human Development and her Ph.D. in Psychology, Human Development, and Mental Health Research from the University of Chicago.

Mayville State University has announced the appointment of Dr. Brian Huschle as its new Vice President for Academic Affairs. Dr. Huschle currently serves as Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs at Northland Community and Technical College, where he has also served as Provost, Campus Dean, Dean of Academic Affairs, and Chair of the Liberal Arts and Business Division. He earned his B.A. in English and Philosophy from the University of Minnesota, Morris, and his M.A. and Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Dr. Huschle will officially begin his duties at Mayville State on August 2, 2022.  Read more here.

Mayville State University has announced the appointment of Ms. Amber Hill, CPA as its new Vice President for Business Affairs. Ms, Hill will begin her new role as VPBA at Mayville State in August of 2022. Ms. Hill currently serves as the Director for Financial Services/Controller at Northland Pioneer College in Holbrook, Arizona. Prior to her work at Northland Pioneer College, she served as the Finance Director for La Paz County. Ms. Hill earned her B.S. in Accountancy from Northern Arizona University and an MBA in IT Management from Western Governors University. Ms. Hill is a licensed CPA, as well as a Certified Government Finance Manager with the Association of Governmental Accountants. Read more here.

Colorado State University has announced the appointment of Mr. Brendan Hanlon as its new Vice President for University Operations and Chief Financial Officer. He will be join CSU on August 1, 2022. Mr. Hanlon served most recently as the Deputy Mayor and CFO for the City of Denver. He has worked for the city and county of Denver for the last 20 years in various roles, the last six as the city's CFO. He holds both a BA in History and MPA from the University of Connecticut.  Read more here.

The University of the District of Columbia has announced the appointment of Dr. Sharon Beasley as the university's new Director of Nursing Education. Dr. Beasley joins UDC from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), where she has served as a Director since 2015. Prior to her work at ACEN, she was Director of the Nursing Program at Technical College of the Lowcountry. She earned her Ph.D. in Education from the University of South Carolina and her Master of Science in Nursing Administration from Armstrong Atlantic State University. She has been a registered nurse since 1997. Dr. Beasley will be responsible for helping to ensure UDC meets the District of Columbia Board of Nursing and the ACEN professional standards and that students are provided quality instruction and a supportive environment that will help lead them to successful careers in nursing. She will begin her new role on August 1, 2022.

The Kansas Board of Regents announced the appointment of Mr. Ken Hush as the 18th President of Emporia State University, effective immediately. Mr. Hush has been serving as Interim President of ESU since November 2021. Mr. Hush is an ESU alum and his prior roles include CEO of BLI Rentals, President and several executive roles at Koch Minerals and Carbon, and General Manager and Director at Senior Commodity Company. He holds a BS in Business Administration and Marketing from Emporia State University.  Read more here.

George Mason University has appointed Mr. Ken Turchi, J.D. as Assistant Dean for Strategic Communications and Marketing of the Antonin Scalia Law School. He begins on June 27, 2022. Mr. Turchi joins George Mason University from his most recent role as Assistant Dean of Communications and Administration at Indiana University Maurer School of Law, where he served for 12 years. Prior to his time in academia, he worked in the private sector in the real estate and banking industries.  He also founded a marketing and leadership development consulting practice for small businesses and nonprofit organizations.  He received his A.B. from Wabash College and his J.D. from Indiana University Maurer School of Law.