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Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
LONE PALM GOLF CLUB CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF STATE-OF-THE-ART GOLF FACILITY WITH RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY
LAKELAND, Fla., May 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, May 21, Florida Southern College celebrated the grand opening of its new, state-of-the-art golf clubhouse at Lone Palm Golf Club in Lakeland, Fla, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring remarks from student-athletes, alumni, community leaders, and distinguished guests. The 4,000-square-foot facility marks a major milestone in the continued tradition of excellence for Florida Southern's men's and women's golf programs. Designed to serve as a hub for performance, training, and recognition, the clubhouse features a Championship Lobby showcasing all 33 titles earned collectively by the men's and women's teams. The space also includes dedicated offices for coaches, two TrackMan hitting simulators, a cutting-edge PuttView studio, a fitness and rehabilitation area, a versatile meeting room, and a modern student-athlete lounge. "We're incredibly excited to open this stunning new clubhouse," said Drew Howard, Director of Athletics and Dean of Wellness at Florida Southern College. "Florida Southern golf has a proud tradition of competitive excellence and a longstanding partnership with Lone Palm Golf Club. This new space not only honors that legacy—it secures it for the future." The building also honors two influential figures in the program's history: the pro-style locker rooms have been named in recognition of Robbie Davis, women's golf head coach and Doug Gordin, former men's golf head coach—each known for their leadership, mentorship, and lasting contributions to Florida Southern's national success. "Thanks to the generous support of our alumni and donors, we've built something that will elevate our programs and help us attract the very best student-athletes to Florida Southern College," Howard added. The opening of the new clubhouse sets the stage for future achievements, providing student-athletes with the resources, technology, and environment needed to continue competing at the highest level. About Florida Southern College Founded in 1883, Florida Southern College is the oldest private college in the state. The College maintains its commitment to academic excellence through 70+ undergraduate programs and distinctive graduate programs in business administration, education, nursing, and physical therapy. Florida Southern has a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, is an award-winning national leader in engaged learning, and boasts 30 NCAA Division II National Championships. In the U.S. News & World Report's 2025 "Best Colleges" guide, Florida Southern ranks #11 among "Best Regional Universities in the South," #9 in "Most Innovative Schools," and #20 in "Best Value Schools." The College is also highlighted in The Princeton Review's 2025 Best 390 Colleges guide and the "Fiske Guide to Colleges 2025." The 2024-2025 Colleges of Distinction guidebook praises Florida Southern's AACSB-accredited Barney Barnett School of Business and Free Enterprise alongside the College's School of Education and its Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences. Home to the world's largest single-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture, FSC has appeared on The Princeton Review's top 20 "Most Beautiful Campus" national listing for 13 consecutive years, now ranking #5. Connect with Florida Southern College. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Florida Southern College Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Upturn
30-04-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
PRIDE Industries Promotes Tim Young to Senior Vice President of Human Resources
Roseville, Calif., April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PRIDE Industries, the nation's leading employer of people with disabilities, announced the promotion of Tim Young to Chief Human Resources Officer, Senior Vice President. Young, who served most recently as Vice President of Talent Management, has been instrumental in advancing PRIDE Industries' mission since joining the organization in August 2021 as Senior Director of Talent Acquisition. 'Tim brings decades of experience and a strong understanding and knowledge of talent acquisition best practices, hiring technology, market trends, and labor regulations to this well-deserved promotion,' said Jeff Dern, President and CEO of PRIDE Industries. 'With his extensive experience and commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture, he is the ideal leader for our HR organization.' In his new role, Tim will provide strategic leadership and guidance on the employee journey, with the goal of creating a more inclusive and engaged workforce. His department oversees all facets of talent management, including outreach and recruiting, onboarding, performance management, training and employee development, and exit processes. Additionally, Tim leads recruiting efforts for PRIDE Industries' AbilityOne contracts. 'PRIDE Industries is known for its positive workplace culture,' said Tim, 'and I plan to ensure that tradition continues as we move the department into its next stage of growth. I look forward to implementing strategies that support both business results and employee wellbeing.' Since joining PRIDE Industries, Tim has spearheaded a company-wide initiative to launch the refreshed Core Values: Integrity, Teamwork, Tenacity, and Innovation. He has also developed and implemented strategies to enhance and expedite hiring processes while improving the overall employee experience. In addition, Young and PRIDE Industries' Learning and Development Team launched a monthly leadership development series and created a career progression program which allows employees the opportunity to build skills and capability to take on roles of greater responsibility. Before his tenure at PRIDE Industries, Tim held leadership positions in talent acquisition and human resources at several prominent companies, including AutoZone, Ross Stores, and Cost-Plus World Market. He was one of only 11 inaugural commissioners to establish the professional certification system for members of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the world's largest organization dedicated to human resource management. Tim holds a bachelor's degree from Sonoma State University, where he was a member of the track and field team and participated in the NCAA Division II National Championships. He also served in the U.S. Army Reserve as an enlisted soldier. About PRIDE Industries PRIDE Industries delivers business excellence with a positive social impact. A social enterprise, we provide facilities operations and maintenance services, custodial services, contract manufacturing, supply chain management, packaging and fulfillment services, and placement services to private and public organizations nationwide. Founded in 1966, PRIDE Industries' mission is to create employment for people with disabilities. Through personalized employment services, we help individuals realize their true potential and lead more independent lives. PRIDE Industries proves the value of its inclusive workforce model through operational success across multiple industries every day. Attachment Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same.
Forbes
17-04-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Facing Budget Crisis, Limestone University Announces Possible Closure
Limestone University, a private, Christian college in Gaffney, South Carolina revealed on Wednesday that it is facing such significant uncertainty about its financial future that it was considering the possibility of a complete closure. 'After 179 years educating students in person, Limestone University is facing a critical turning point which may require transitioning to online only classes or at worst ceasing operations completely,' reads the statement. Founded in 1845, Limestone University is a non-denominational Christian institution. It was the first woman's college in South Carolina, but it became coeducational in the late 1960s. Limestone offers associate, undergraduate, and master's degree programs on campus, and it also operates an online program, which has an international reach. According to U.S. News, its fall, 2023 enrollment was a bit less than 1,800 students. The university attributed its financial troubles to what has become a well-known set of factors — enrollment declines, rising costs, and structural budget deficits — plaguing small, private colleges and universities. In 2024 alone, 16 nonprofit colleges closed up shop, with several of them having – like Limestone — a religious affiliation. Limestone's Board of Trustees announced that it would need to immediately secure $6 million in financial support to allow the institution to continue normal operations and give it time to examine other longer-term solutions that could sustain its viability. If that effort is not successful, it will be forced to offer only online instruction or begin the process of shutting down. The Board will meet again on April 22, 2025 to discuss the next steps for the institution. 'Limestone remains committed to our students and we will work directly with current students to help them identify the best path to successfully complete their educational journey,' said Randall Richardson, chair of the Limestone University Board of Trustees, in the university's news release. 'We are reaching out separately to students with information regarding options to continue their education.' If the Board elects to move to the online scenario, 'it would discontinue all in-person academic operations and all other activities, including athletics, in Gaffney.' According to its website, Limestone students compete in 23 NCAA Division II sports, 10 for men and 13 for women. Its varsity athletes have been very successful both in team and individual competitions, with the men's lacrosse team winning five NCAA Division II National Championships since 2000. 'The Board's priority is to preserve the Limestone mission of education and service on our campus in addition to online. But without this financial lifeline, we will have no choice but to move all operations online, which means closing our physical campus,' said Richardson. The online portion of Limestone's academic programming has grown, giving the institution hope that it could support its economic stability in the future. Limestone University is estimated to have a $150 million annual economic impact on Cherokee County where it is located. Like many other small colleges, the school plays a vital role not only for the local economy but also for the overall quality of life enjoyed in the area. Even a shift to exclusive online instruction could prove to have severe consequences. Gaffney Mayor Lyman Dawkins III, himself a Limestone alum, released a statement about the news in which he described Limestone University's potential closure as 'devastating' and "a significant blow to our community." Dawkins said that Limestone had 'provided countless jobs, brought in students and families who supported local businesses and served as a catalyst for growth. In our current efforts to revitalize downtown Gaffney, Limestone students have played a vital role. Their energy, involvement, and contributions have breathed life into our city and helped us build momentum for the future.' And Dawkins pointed to the emotional trauma that would be felt if the university was unable to be salvaged. "Limestone has been a point of pride, tradition, and inspiration for our residents. It has opened doors for countless local students and families. Many of them were first-generation college students and helped shape dreams into realities.'
USA Today
23-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Iowa basketball reportedly finalizing deal with Drake head coach Ben McCollum
Iowa basketball reportedly finalizing deal with Drake head coach Ben McCollum The Iowa Hawkeyes men's basketball head coaching search has been a roller coaster of emotions after parting ways with Fran McCaffery after 15 seasons. However, there appears to be some light approaching at the end of the tunnel. Iowa fans endured the ups and downs of wondering if Darian DeVries, the former Drake and West Virginia head coach, was coming to Iowa City only to see him land with a fellow Big Ten member, the Indiana Hoosiers. Despite the twists and turns of a coaching search, there appears to be a new head coach on the horizon. Hawkeye Insider's David Eickholt reports that Iowa is in the process of finalizing a deal with Drake head coach Ben McCollum. The news comes rapidly after McCollum and Drake exited the NCAA Tournament yesterday in a loss to No. 3 seed Texas Tech in the round of 32 after upsetting sixth-seeded Missouri in the opening round. Ben McCollum has always been a name tied to Iowa as the ties run very deep. He is an Iowa native born right in Iowa City and played at North Iowa Area Community College. His success is evident as he led Drake to a 31-4 record this season. Before that, he was at Northwest Missouri State where he was dominant, tallying a 395-91 record and four NCAA Division II National Championships. Contact/Follow us @HawkeyesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Iowa news, notes and opinions. Follow Riley on X: @rileydonald7
