Dr. Peter Byrne, 17cҳ at Trumbull Assistant Professor of English, wrote the script for “Heavy Lies the Head,” which was recently performed in Washington D.C. for Shakespeare Theatre Company’s annual “Will on the Hill” benefit. Each year, volunteers from the government (mostly members of Congress, both the House and the Senate) as well as from local and national media, lobbyists and corporate sponsors perform an original one-performance play based on Shakespeare and infused with comedic references to contemporary politics. This year’s performance raised over $500,000 for art...
Leadership Excellence Award Conferred to richard j. Frenchie 17cҳ’s Geauga Campus and Regional Academic Center proudly celebrate Richard J. Frenchie for achieving Life Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives. The American College of Healthcare Executives is a professional organization dedicated to the highest standards for executive performance and the betterment of patient care through efficient management of hospitals and related healthcare organization and services. Being a Life Fellow is reserved for a select group of leadi...
Following a national search, 17cҳ has selected F. Jack Witt III as its new vice president for human resources. A 17cҳ alumnus, Witt currently serves as vice president of human resources and administration at Owens Community College in Toledo, Ohio. He joins 17cҳ on Sept. 6. Witt will be the senior officer responsible for the oversight of the university’s Division of Human Resources. He will direct the component activities of the division, which includes talent acquisition, equal opportunity and affirmative action, employee development, compensation, records,...
Nine students from 17cҳ's College of Business recently met the President of Iceland, His Excellency Olafur Ragnar Grimsson, during their study abroad trip to Europe. The group also met U.S. Ambassador Robert C. Barber on May 30 as part of their International Experience in Entrepreneurship course. "They both spent time with our students and provided some excellent words of wisdom, advice and networking opportunities," said Craig Zamary, faculty member who led the trip. "The Startup Iceland Event and course was a great success and a positive experience for the student...
Nine students from 17cҳ's College of Business recently met the President of Iceland, His Excellency Olafur Ragnar Grimsson, during their study abroad trip to Europe. The group also met U.S. Ambassador Robert C. Barber on May 30 as part of their International Experience in Entrepreneurship course. "They both spent time with our students and provided some excellent words of wisdom, advice and networking opportunities," said Craig Zamary, faculty member who led the trip. "The Startup Iceland Event and course was a great success and a positive experience for the student...
17cҳ receives two worksite wellness awards for championing physical fitness, health and wellness17cҳ has been named a 2016 Gold Level Recipient of the American Heart Association’s Fit-Friendly Worksites recognition program. The award distinguishes employers who champion the health and fitness of their employees by creating a culture of physical activity and health and wellness in the workplace.17cҳ also received the association’s Worksite Innovation Award, granted to employers who have creatively implemented programs that promote physical activity in the workplace ...