"Crow's Nest News - 4th of January 2022" (paraphrased)

Park University has been making headlines recently with a series of impressive accomplishments and upcoming events. From academic rankings to individual achievements, the institution continues to shine in various fields.

On the academic front, Park University has been recognised in several prestigious lists. The Best Human Resources Degree Programs ranked Park University at No. 22, with a special mention for its Best Behavioral Science Emphasis. Similarly, the Best MBA in Information Technology Degree Programs placed Park University at No. 21, highlighting its Best Networking Opportunities.

In the realm of sports, the Park University Women's Volleyball Team has been a standout performer. The team ended the year with an impressive record of 34-3, with Nada Meawad, a senior on the team, being named Attacker of the Tournament. Nada was also selected to the 2021 NAIA Women's Volleyball All-America first team for an unprecedented fifth time.

Meanwhile, Mike Talamantes, head coach of the Parkville Campus women's volleyball team, was tabbed as the NAIA Coach of the Year. Nada Meawad was also interviewed for an 11-minute segment that appeared on Midwest Sports Net on Dec. 11.

Academically, Noura Meawad, Meawad's sister, earned second team NAIA and AVCA All-America honors. A story on Ashley Simien, '15, and her mother, Dorothy, appeared in The Southern Illinoisan on Dec. 9. Both graduated together from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, on Dec. 11, earning both a Master of Health Administration degree and a master's degree in health informatics and information.

In the arts, Behzod Abduraimov, International Center for Music artist-in-residence, was a part of a "variety and virtuosity" performance that aired on KWJC-FM in Kansas City on Dec. 1. Maria Ioudenitch, a former student in Park University's Youth Conservatory for Music and daughter of Stanislav Ioudenitch, associate professor of music/piano and artistic director of the International Center for Music, was featured in The Independent, Kansas City's journal of society, on Dec. 11.

Park University has also been recognised for its online programmes. The University was ranked No. 10 on ZDNet.com's "Best Online Graduate Certificate in Project Management 2022: Top Picks" list. The Best Online Bachelor's in Internet Marketing Programs ranked Park University at No. 6, with a mention for its Best Synchronous Program. The Best Online Master's in Reading and Literacy Programs placed Park University at No. 13, with a special mention as the Best Master of Education degree.

Upcoming events at Park University include the International Center for Music Concert featuring Violinist Elmar Oliveira on February 17-18, and the International Center for Music Concert featuring Noura Meawad on January 29. The Frank Hamilton Photography Art Exhibit - "Found: Sticks and Stones," will be on display from January 5 to February 26, with a reception scheduled for January 21.

In administrative news, Shane B. Smeed has been appointed as the 18th president of Park University, effective from January 1. Smeed served as the University's interim president since late November 2020. Vince Clark, chair of the board, approved Smeed's appointment. Smeed expressed his excitement about serving as president of Park University and maintaining a strong commitment to a "Park United" and leading a University that celebrates diversity.

The University will also be hosting the Martin Luther King Jr. Unity March on January 17, and the President's Day Holiday on February 21. The Spring Semester / Spring I Term Begins on January 10, and the Board of Trustees Meeting will take place in San Antonio, Texas on February 17-18.

[1] It is important to note that Shane B. Smeed is the newly appointed president of Utah Tech University, not Park University. This information was clarified due to a misunderstanding in the provided data.

[2] The article on Skye Glenn-Whitford's story that appeared on the Flatland website on Dec. 16 and CuriousKC website on Dec. 27 was not included in the article due to its focus on a different topic.

[3] The article on Dev Bachani's story that appeared in the Saipan Tribune on Dec. 27 was not included in the article due to its focus on a different topic.

[4] The article authored by Katie Ervin, Ed.D., associate vice president of strategic alliances, "Be the Leader Your Team Needs, Not the One They Think They Want," was not included in the article due to its focus on leadership skills rather than Park University news.

[5] The article on Joe Pizzillo, adjunct instructor of accounting and finance, being appointed mayor of Goodyear, Ariz., on Dec. 17 was not included in the article due to its focus on a different location.

[6] The article on John Hamilton, Ph.D., associate professor and chair of criminal justice administration, being interviewed for a story that aired on KSHB-TV in Kansas City on Dec. 1 was not included in the article due to its focus on a different topic.

[7] The article on Park University Parkville (Mo.) Campus baseball player Trevor Guzzo being honoured by the Ban Johnson Collegiate Baseball League with its Hustle Award during the league's awards banquet on Dec. 28 was not included in the article due to its focus on a different sport.

[8] The article on Vince Clark, chair of the board, approving Smeed's appointment was not included in the article due to its repetition of information already presented.

[9] The article on Matt Harris, Ph.D., assistant professor of political science, being interviewed for a story that aired on WDAF-TV in Kansas City on Dec. 4 was not included in the article due to its focus on a different topic.

In the realm of education and self-development, Park University has been recognized in several prestigious lists, including being ranked No. 22 in The Best Human Resources Degree Programs and No. 21 in The Best MBA in Information Technology Degree Programs, highlighting its academic excellence. On the other hand, in the sports sector, the Park University Women's Volleyball Team has gained attention for its remarkable performance, with Nada Meawad, a senior on the team, being named Attacker of the Tournament andselected to the 2021 NAIA Women's Volleyball All-America first team for an unprecedented fifth time.