I chose to run because well over 100 years of experience has recently left the Board with death of Mrs. Whitten, as well as Mr. Schauer's and Mr. Young's decisions not to run. Publication of candidate statements and opinions is solely in the interest of public service and should NOT be considered as an endorsement. My experience as a College Instructor and Finance Director will provide a common sense approach to the Board at KVCC. Cameron Jerrell Newton is an American footballer who plays for the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League. The seat became vacant after Charlie Jones Jr. resigned on Jan. 31. She also puts up visually impressive food recipes in her blogs. KVCC Foundation Board of Trustees Kennebec Valley Community College C O M M U NI T Y C O L L E G E K E N N E B E C V A L L E y ... KVCC 50TH COMMENCEMENT 2020 KVCC 50TH COMMENCEMENT 2020 | 3 APPLIED ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY ... candidates are to be printed on the transcript and will be based on the final The post pays $174,000. George Floyd (born December 21, 1960 in Tampa, Florida) was a safety who played three seasons in the National Football League for the New York Jets. DeLuca, 40, is a Health Career Pathways coordinator for the WMU Homer Stryker M.D. The program will forgive a student’s past-due balance if they successfully complete a degree or certificate. He broke all-time records for passing and rushing yards within his rookie year. Kalamazoo Valley Community College Board of Trustees. She worked as a teacher for Battle Creek Public Schools for 12 years and sits on boards for the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre and the Kalamazoo Literacy Council. Bottom left: Greg Vlietstra, Scott Zondervan (Courtesy photos). Senator for the College of Business: Jose Raya Perez, Aquila Jacquette, Martin Pelayo. Here’s a … S. Si Johnson, Chair James A. Clayton, Vice Chair Hans P. Morefield, Treasurer Catherine Bonnes, Interim Assistant Treasurer Amy S. Courter, Secretary Melanie K. Williams, Assistant Secretary Tom Brady is an American National Football League quarterback who plays for the New England Patriots. She is best known for her blog ‘The Pioneer Woman.’ She lives on a ranch in Oklahoma. What strengths or talents especially qualify you for that role? He got embroiled in the notorious ‘deflategate’ incident, after which he got suspended for the first four games of the 2016 NFL season. After a two-year hiatus from film acting, McConaughey began to appear in more dramatic roles beginning with the legal drama The Lincoln Lawyer (2011). After a number of supporting roles in films including Angels in the Outfield (1994) and Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation (1994), his breakthrough performance as a leading man came in the legal drama A Time to Kill (1996). Many of her songs have turned out be chartbusters and grabbed top positions in musical charts like the ‘Billboard 200’ and are even popular in nations like New Zealand and Syria, apart from just the United States. Voters will choose three of the candidates on Nov. 7. Zondervan, 58, has 15 years as a college instructor and finance director, he said in his questionnaire response. Hammer went on to portray Clyde Tolson in the biopic J. Edgar (2011), play the title character in the western The Lone Ranger (2013), and star as Illya Kuryakin in the action film The Man from U.N.C.L.E. He will fill the seat left vacant by Candice Sturdivant, who resigned from the Board of Education in February. The Holmes County Board of Elections recently met to conduct their biennial reorganization. Board of Trustees. Dozens of small live music and entertainment venues have sat empty in Michigan for the past year, but a new Michigan grant is helping to keep 101 of them afloat. Civic involvement: Appointed to statewide 9-1-1 Advisory Board; Easterseals DuPage and Fox Valley executive board; active member of the Winfield Lions Club; volunteered at community events such as Winfield Good Old Days and the Winfield Foundation Golf Outing; volunteer for Second City Canine Rescue as both a foster and adopter. What steps should board members take to establish a productive relationship with the new college president? I have the endorsement of numerous elected officials - both Democrats and Republicans including State Senator Tonya Schuitmaker, State Representative Dave Maturen, County Drain Commissioner Patricia Crowley, City of Portage Mayor Patricia Randall, and Kalamazoo County Board Vice Chair Dale Shugars. I have experience in crafting municipal budgets that will allow me to excel on the Board of Trustees. Are you satisfied with how well KVCC is supporting local economic vitality and stability through development of a skilled workforce? Information on all state and federal races and many of Michigan's county and local races will be available at Vote411.org. Vaccine... Long Beach State’s Associated Students, Inc. hosted a virtual forum last Wednesday to introduce 12 nominees for the 2021 student government elections. 109 W. Clinton St. Augusta, MI 49012 269-731-5517 FAX: 269-731-5255. I think the next logical step would be to increase exposure to all careers during K-12 years, including in house career pathway/pipeline programming in middle and high schools. Patrick Farmer, KVCC Board of Trustees, Non-partisan Challenger My name is Patrick Farmer. Newton is a Christian, and despite the achievements he has made at a young age, he is of humble nature. The actress attributes the success of her musical endeavours to contemporary pop icons like Britney Spears, Kelly Clarkson and Christina Aguilera, who influenced her through their styles of music. Floyd was an All-American at Eastern Kentucky University. Four candidates are vying for three seats on the Winfield village board. Address: 6217 N. Cassidy Road, Evansville. The blog earned huge fame and success, with several major publications praising her writing style, her ideas, and some high-quality photographs. As President Washington recently told mlive, specific goals are still being developed. There are four candidates for these seats. They each offer significant experience and sincere passion for our mission. Nearly half of the awarded businesses received the maximum grant of $40,000. Without merely concentrating on her career and personal growth, this celebrity is known for associating herself with charitable organizations, such as ‘PACER’ which works towards the rights of children who are victims of bullying. KVCC hopes to entice students who left the school with debt but without finishing a degree program to re-enroll. Incumbent Susan … “It was a very difficult... Four candidates, including three incumbents (I), are running for three seats on the Evansville School Board in the April 6 election. 2. This year, MLive Media Group partnered with the League of Women Voters of Michigan Education Fund to provide candidate information and other voting resources to our readers. One of the extremely popular entertainers of today, Jennifer Lopez has shown her versatility to the world as a dancer, actor and singer. He is stated to be extremely devoted to God, and believes that he is only an instrument of the Divine. It's important to keep the quality up for both the students as well as the taxpayers. Your future is waiting at KVCC. New perspectives are most welcome and needed; institutional knowledge is also important for developing the path for the college's future. In the year 2015, he became the first quarterback in the entire history of NFL to throw for at least thirty touchdowns along with rushing for ten in the same season. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your California Privacy Rights (each updated 1/1/21). © 2021 Advance Local Media LLC. Oberlin, 61, is currently a donor services manager for the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra, his questionnaire response said. In 2017, he starred in Luca Guadagnino's romantic drama Call Me by Your Name, for which he received a nomination for the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor. She is still considered by many as the most ravishing woman in the entertainment industry. Jones said... MONROE – The Union County Board of Education appointed the Rev. He served as trustee from 1980 to 2014, and as chairman from 1995 to 2014. I’m 33 years old, originally from Parma, Michigan and I’m running for Kalamazoo Valley Community College Board of Trustees. Institute a two-year freeze on tuition rates and fee schedules to give the college a proper motivation to help keep costs down. KVCC focuses too much on being a "feeder" school for WMU and not enough on pushing employment-upon-graduation programs like automotive technology, plumbing, carpentry, and electrical engineering. It is important to continue to improve offerings, expand outreach, and continue traditions of this fine institution. Board members need to communicate clearly and professionally with each other and the college president. 1. He is also a former KVCC student, he said. Top left: Dawn DeLuca, Paul Foust, Derl Oberlin Family: Married with four children... KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Community groups are teaming up to give Black and Hispanic residents in Kalamazoo greater access to the COVID-19 vaccine. Current trustees Chris Schauer and Ken Young are not seeking reelection. Carlson is a print journalist, too, and has contributed to numerous magazines. KVCC offers many trade/vocational programs, but there is more that can be done. He is also known for being the only person ever to win the Heisman trophy, a National Championship, as well as get drafted into the NFL within a one year span. KALAMAZOO, MI -- Three candidates are hoping to be elected to two seats on the Kalamazoo Valley Community College Board of Trustees. Hutchinson Community College Board of Trustees votes to raise tuition for 2021-22, Northwest State Community College Elects Board Of Trustees Officers For 2021-2022 Term. Michigan held an election for two of the eight seats on the University of Michigan Board of Regents, two of the eight seats on the Michigan State University Board of Trustees, and two of the eight seats on the Wayne State University Board of Governors on November 3, 2020. The third-place finisher gets a one-year term. About KCCD; Careers; Contact; Our Colleges. My second priority would be to support the success of all students, by advocating for programs and services to help all students achieve degree and credential attainment. I believe wholeheartedly that the supported and valued educators provide the most inspired instruction. McConaughey's portrayal of Ron Woodroof, a cowboy diagnosed with AIDS, in the biopic Dallas Buyers Club (2013) earned him widespread praise and numerous accolades, including the Academy Award for Best Actor. KALAMAZOO, MI -- High school students from Kalamazoo Public Schools are giving back to their community this weekend with a food drive to help those in need. As a representative of the community, I pledge my efforts on the Board towards this end. 2020-2021 Candidate Statements Choose from the following: Student Trustee Moorpark College Candidates Oxnard College Candidates Ventura College Candidates Betty Meents of Watseka was named Trustee Emeritus in April 2015. He then had a 3-year stint with ‘MSNBC,’ hosting the nightly program 'Tucker' from 2005 to 2008. ... ©2021 Kalamazoo Valley Community College (269) 488.4400 6767 West O Ave. This means creating partnerships with local area businesses to determine what their employment needs are and training requirements. Increased enrollment is needed to keep KVCC a healthy institution and expanded vocational training is needed for the work force in Western Michigan. School of Medicine, she said in her response. Jonathan D. Byrd Secretary. I want to partner with President Marshall Washington, his administration, and the board to give them the support and tools needed to achieve organizational goals and initiatives. He listed 18 years of public service with city and county government, K12 education and public transit. He first gained notice for his supporting performance in the coming-of-age comedy Dazed and Confused (1993), considered by many to be his breakout role. I am running for a board seat because I am passionate about educators, students and our community. He followed this with leading performances in the science fiction film Contact (1997) and the historical drama Amistad (1997), the comedy-drama The Newton Boys (1998), the satire EDtv (1999), the war film U-571 (2000), and the psychological thriller Frailty (2001). Senator for the College... SURING - Wendy Wozniak, who has held the town of Breed seat of the Suring School Board since 2014, is being challenged by Paul Thomson in the April 6 election. Kalamazoo Valley Community College Board of Trustees Lucinda Stinson Oshtemo Township Supervisor - Libby Heiny-Cogswell Clerk - Dusty Farmer Trustees (4): Zak Ford Cheri Bell Kizzy Bradford Kristen Cole Vote YES for Clean Water Comstock Public Schools Board of Education Kayleen O'Donnell. In her blogs, she writes about her daily life at the ranch as a mother and a wife. He formerly served on the KVCC board from 2007 to 2014 and has 35 years of volunteer experience in Kalamazoo County, he said. Wenke did not return candidate information to the South County News. Three candidates are hoping to be elected to two seats on the Kalamazoo Valley Community College Board of Trustees. Newton, who first came into limelight for winning the Heisman Trophy at Auburn University, was later drafted into the NFL in 2011. The son of businessman Michael Armand Hammer and the great-grandson of oil tycoon Armand Hammer, he began his acting career with guest appearances in several television series. Dawn Ellinwood, Mercy Connections board chair, said, “I am thrilled to welcome Fran, Nicole and Laura to the Mercy Connections’ board. Playing as a quarterback, he has never lost a season and is widely considered as one of the all time superstars of American football history. The Food Innovation, Wind Energy Turbine Tech, and the Brewing Tech programs became realities during my previous tenure. KVCC's expansion of instructional opportunities for its current students and its diverse graduates/certificate holders enrich the local workforce and feed area 4-year colleges. Vote YES for Clean Water. I believe all board members should open the lines of communication with Dr. Washington, and begin to establish positive, productive relationships. Hammer's first leading role was as Billy Graham in the 2008 film Billy: The Early Years, and he gained wider recognition for his portrayal of the Winklevoss twins in David Fincher's biographical drama film The Social Network (2010), for which he won the Toronto Film Critics Association Award for Best Supporting Actor. The quality of education, due to quality instructors and relevant program paths provided make KVCC a premier educational option for students of all skill levels and diverse backgrounds and current circumstances especially time available for classes. The college should further promote and support the types of jobs that come with an Associate Degree - particularly the trade skills in high demand. Vlietstra, 43, is the deputy director of support services at the Central County Transportation Authority, he said. John Kirkpatrick IV to its District 1 seat during the March 2 meeting. Board of Trustees. In 2006, she started her online blog, ‘pioneerwoman.typepad.com,’ and later changed the name to ‘Confessions of a Pioneer Woman’ and finally to ‘The Pioneer Woman.’ ‘Confessions of a Pioneer Woman’ remains one of the many successful sections on her site. How will you strive to address them? I have been impressed with the efforts KVCC has made in the areas of economic development through creating opportunities for students to explore a wide variety of post-secondary academic and vocational career paths. Hugh Van Voorst of Union Hill was named Trustee Emeritus in April 2014. Students from Loy Norrix High School and Kalamazoo Central High School are holding the Kalamazoo Youth Food Drive to collect food and monetary donations for Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes Saturday, March 6, according to a press release from Loaves & Fishes. We have asked the candidates to introduce themselves by answering the following questions: Please tell us a little about yourself and your familiarity with the Kalamazoo Public Library. Tuition affordability and shepherding new/relevant career academies/certifications/programs are my priorities. All responses in the voter guide were submitted directly by the candidate and have not been edited by the League of Women Voters, except for necessary cut if a reply exceeded character limitations. Mason Braunschweig. The top two finishers get three-year terms. They know the state laws and standards that the township has to follow.4-year termsVOTE FOR up to 4 of 5 candidates Here’s a look at the candidates:. Fred Upton, Republican Congressman Fred Upton is known as a sincere, hardworking leader who listens to all perspectives, supports… She has served on the board since 2003. In 1999, he was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame. She recently announced that her book ‘From Black Heels to Tractor Wheels’ is being turned into a film by ‘Columbia Pictures.’, Demi Lovato is one of the few artists who have managed to earn a great reputation in the movie industry as well as the music world at a really young age. Board of Trustees. Candidate Party Votes; Joseph R. Biden: Democratic Party: 83,686: Donald J. Trump: Republican Party: 56,823: Jo Jorgensen: Libertarian Party: 2,064: Don Blankenship Career academies/certification/program expansion provide innovative instruction opportunities that target real job opportunities with time-line completion options. Later on, when she gained fair amount of success as an actor, she diverted her attention towards singing. The Kern Community College District (KCCD) records regular board meetings held at the District Office when permissible. Soon her beauty and talent was discovered and thus, began her film career. Trustee Emeriti . Progress needs trust which is built on relationships. Chancellor Dwight Watson was put in the spotlight during last week’s Faculty Listening Session where his ability to meet expectations as a leader for UW-Whitewater was challenged. Age: 56 (on Election Day) Occupation: Senior Director of Government Affairs at Comcast. The following candidates are running for Kalamazoo Public Library’s Board of Trustees in the 2020 Election. A staunch libertarian-conservative, he has never shied away from presenting his political opinion in public. Members recently reappointed to four-year terms include Democrat Michael Jaeb and Republican Mark Baserman Jr. Jaeb has served on the board since September 2015 and Baserman since August 2019. COVID-19: Vaccine news and outbreak updates. WCC Board of Trustees Candidate Martin Thomas By Eileen Peck on September 8, 2020 In the November 3, 2020 election, three Washtenaw Community College Board of Trustee seats are open. She was married for the longest time to singer Marc Anthony with whom she has two children, but then, like her previous marriages, it could not last forever. Candidate Julia Buck, 28, and incumbent Susan Miller did not respond to the questionnaire. After being selected by Carolina Panthers in the 2011 NFL draft, Newton earned fame as one of the league’s finest players. I am open-minded and will provided seasoned Board leadership, sharing business and non-profit experiences in diverse organizations, and a full understanding of budgeting challenges of balancing tuition costs with program expansion, fair employee/staff pay, expense controls, and facility maintenance. With over 18 years of public service leadership with city government, county government, K-12 education, and public transit, I have experience and skills that can contribute to the work already in motion by the KVCC Board of Trustees, its faculty, and employees. Age: 46. He is married to Leigh and has two daughters at home, Kendall and Madelyn. Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission. Tucker Carlson is an American political news anchor, journalist, political analyst, commentator, author, and producer. Incumbents Mary Gustas and Lucinda Stinson are challenged by Scott Zondervan for the two, six-year terms on the board. The state announced the 101 awardees of its $3.4 million Michigan Stages Survival Grant Program on Thursday, March 11. Nonetheless, two priorities I see from a distance are 1) maintaining and enhancing the value of the education received and 2) furthering the partnership with the broader community. She holds a bachelor degree in music education from Florida State University and a masters degree from Western Michigan University. In 2014, he starred as Rust Cohle in the first season of HBO's crime anthology series True Detective, for which he was nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series. To help increase enrollment and expand vocational training. Incumbent Susan Miller will face Dawn DeLuca, Paul Foust, Derl Oberlin, Greg Vlietstra, Julia Beck and Scott Zondervan, all competing for election to three seats on the Kalamazoo Valley Community College Board of Trustees. He went on to win Super Bowl LI and Super Bowl MVP that season. TEXAS TOWNSHIP, MI -- Seven people are campaigning to become the next leaders of Kalamazoo Valley Community College. Yes, however, more should continue to be done. The board is comprised of seven members, each from a specific area of the district: one from the village of Suring; one from the town of Breed; one from the town of How; two from the towns of Doty, Mountain and Riverview; and two from the towns of Bagley, Maple Valley and Spruce. This quality earned him a job at ‘CNN.’ However, he was later terminated in the wake of his famous verbal brawl with comedian Jon Stewart on his show 'Crossfire.' Being open-minded, willing to hear each other out, and see things from a different point-of-view. That means the drawing on Tuesday, March 16 will be worth $93 million with a cash option of $62.7 million. Consolidated Election Candidates Packets Tuesday, April 2, 2019 Kane County School Board Member. Contact. TEXAS TOWNSHIP, MI -- Seven people are campaigning to become the next leaders of Kalamazoo Valley Community College. Three candidates are running for two positions on the Flathead Valley Community College Board of Trustees, including incumbents Kelly Dowling … ‘The Pioneer Woman’ has been awarded with the ‘Weblog of the Year’ awards in 2009, 2010, and 2011, at the ‘Annual Weblog Awards.’ Born and raised in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, she studied journalism and gerontology in college. Meet the candidates to fill the two spots available on the MSU Board of Trustees for the Nov. 3 election. Board of Trustee Links Commitment to Excellence Kalamazoo Valley Mission Meeting Schedules Minutes and Agendas Policies Vision. Their service will be instrumental in advancing our organization and community.”. Ree Drummond is an American author, blogger, TV personality, food writer, and photographer. She married thrice - two of which lasted for a year or even less. He is the recipient of two NFL MVP awards, four super bowl MVP awards and five Super Bowl wins, which is a record in itself. Kalamazoo Valley Community College Board of Trustees Lucinda Stinson. Apart from garnering acclaim for her roles in movies such as ‘Camp Rock’, Demi has proved her prowess as a singer through albums such as ‘Unbroken’, ‘Don’t Forget’, and ‘Here We Go Again’. My community relationships will assist in the role of a trustee. From being a mere starlet in a few ‘Disney’ productions to becoming one of the most celebrated singers and actresses of today, Lovato has travelled a long way. Both of these are needed today. Carlson was hired by 'Fox News,' where he set a TRP record with his nightly political talk show 'Tucker Carlson Tonight.' Meeting: 1st Monday at 7:00 p.m. Four candidates are running to fill two seats on the Klein ISD board of trustees in the Nov. 3 election, according to district information released following the Aug. 17 filing deadline. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. We need to expand the vocational training at KVCC more. The Iron Pig Smokehouse, which last year had its liquor license suspended for operating in violation of COVID-19... LANSING, MI – The Mega Millions jackpot is closing on $100 million as there was no winner of the $79 million jackpot for the drawing held on Friday, March 12. In his 15 seasons as a starter, Brady has quarterbacked the Patriots to seven Super Bowl appearances, which is a record for any player in history. He was acclaimed for his supporting performances in Bernie (2011), Magic Mike (2012) and The Wolf of Wall Street (2013), and for his leading roles in Killer Joe (2011) and Mud (2012). He has also appeared on the show 'Dancing with the Stars,' though he was the first contestant to be eliminated from the show in that season. However, he did not submit a letter of resignation to the board until Feb. 10. The Union County Democratic Party nominated Kirkpatrick for the position and the school board accepted the recommendation. The Board of Trustees with the assistance from the President and all employees of KCC have done exactly that. Senator for the College of Liberal Arts: Millaray Ramirez, Salvador Peregrina. President Washington was selected by the Board of Trustees because they felt he could help the college achieve its goals and objectives. Why are you running for a board seat? Miller, 61, is the current secretary of the board. Contact: byrdj@kellogg.edu Term expires: Dec. 31, 2026 Quality, creative instruction is the key to student success and developing life long learners. In 2011, she started her own TV show titled ‘The Pioneer Woman,’ which is still telecast on ‘The Food Network.’ She also writes books, and most of her books are filled with cooking recipes. Lassen Community College’s Board of Trustees approved a resolution announcing a board vacancy at a special meeting at 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 9. Township trustees attend township board meetings and follow state laws on open meetings and public records. As a student, I… Matthew David McConaughey ( born November 4, 1969) is an American actor and producer. Six… He earned a masters of business administration from the University of Phoenix after earning a masters degree from Western Michigan University and a bachelors from Hope College. Kalamazoo, MI 49003 Telephone Number: 269-488-4400 Directions. My goal in working with Dr. Washington is to share my institutional knowledge and community experience as well as to support his vision for the future of KVCC, helping to ensure the availability of affordable, quality education in our community, including the expansion of career academies, certifications and vital job training. 1 . Here’s a look at the candidates:. … On Broadway theatre, he starred in a production of Straight White Men in 2018. He holds a masters degree in finance and applied economics from Western Michigan University and a bachelors degree in business administration from Calvin College, he said. Board members have an obligation to Mr. Washington to keep the lines of communication open and listen to his input. All rights reserved (About Us). When you’re being asked to trust someone you don’t really know to do the right thing on your behalf, well, you might want to have the ability to inspect the process. I would address this issue by recommending various avenues for assuring the voices of all KVCC educators are heard, and their concerns are addressed appropriately and timely. According to the resolution, district board policy, based on the California Education Code, requires “that each governing board member be elected by the registered voters of the entire school district, but reside in the trustee area which he or she represents.”. Spelling and grammar were not corrected. Oshtemo Township Supervisor - Libby Heiny-Cogswell Clerk - Dusty Farmer Trustees (4): Zak Ford Cheri Bell Kizzy Bradford Kristen Cole. That’s the Russian proverb President Ronald Reagan cleverly co-opted during nuclear disarmament talks with the Soviets in the 1980s.
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