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Dr. Tracy Cook named as President of Alcorn State University

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2 months ago

March 21, 2024

www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-03-21 17:45:05

SUMMARY: Dr. Tracy M. Cook has been named the 21st president of Alcorn State University by the Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning. Cook, who has been serving as interim president since July 8, 2023, will officially assume the role on April 1, 2024. A native of Mississippi, Cook earned degrees at Alcorn and has over 25 years of administrative experience in education. The decision to appoint Cook as president was met with enthusiasm from the Alcorn community, with many expressing confidence in his abilities to lead the university to greater success in the future.

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Tech Byte: Hearing Loss Tech

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4 hours ago

May 20, 2024

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www.wxxv25.com – Deidre Pyron – 2024-05-20 11:58:28

SUMMARY: In this special episode of Tech Byte, hosted by Patrick Moates during National Speech, Language, and Hearing Month, he discusses advanced technologies for those with hearing loss. Joined by Debbie Rice, an ASL interpreter, and Dr. Tiffany Ahlberg from Ahlberg Audiology, they explore innovative hearing devices. Dr. Ahlberg talks about cochlear implants for severe hearing loss, which are surgically implanted and function like advanced hearing aids using different technology. She also highlights the evolution of hearing aids, now featuring Bluetooth connectivity allowing users to sync with phones and TVs, and rechargeable batteries, enhancing convenience and functionality.

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USM Army and Air Force ROTC programs host Commissioning Ceremonies

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1 day ago

May 19, 2024

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-05-19 14:00:05

SUMMARY: Ten Army and three Air Force cadets from the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) ROTC were commissioned as Second Lieutenants. The Army ceremony at Camp Shelby featured Major General Janson D. Boyles, while the Air Force ceremony on campus featured Brigadier General Mary-Kathryn Haddad. LTC Juan J. Ortiz praised the Army cadets for their leadership, and Lt. Col. Sheena Puleali'i commended the Air Force cadets for their commitment. Distinguished Military Graduate 2LT Jeremiah J. Parker expressed pride in his training and future goals. Commissioned cadets include 2LT Miruna Avram, 2LT Braxton Bailey, 2LT Jada Fairley, among others.

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