Crow's Nest Daily Update - December 6, 2024:
**Park University Achieves Academic and Athletic Success**
Park University has been making waves both in the classroom and on the field, with numerous student-athletes and faculty members receiving recognition for their achievements.
In the realm of academics, a total of 61 Park University student-athletes earned NAIA Academic Honors on November 25. This accolade is a testament to the university's commitment to fostering a balanced environment that encourages both academic excellence and athletic prowess.
The Parkville Campus women's volleyball program led the way, with 10 individuals being recognized. This success is a reflection of the hard work and dedication of the team and the coaching staff.
In the world of cross country, four Park University runners competed in the NAIA Cross Country National Championship held in Columbia, Missouri, on November 22. While specific details about the team's performance are not currently available, the university's participation in such a prestigious event is a significant achievement.
Moving on to the arts, the International Center for Music (ICM) at Park University has been making a name for itself. The ICM Orchestra is set to perform its annual holiday concert on December 7. Strings students from the ICM have also been featured on KPR's "Classical Music in the Morning" program.
Individual students have also been making waves. Ali Mammadov, a graduate certificate student in piano performance at the ICM, appeared live on Kansas Public Radio's "Classical Music in the Morning" program on Nov. 6.
In the political science department, Matt Harris, Ph.D., associate professor, has been a regular commentator on local and national issues. Harris was interviewed by KSHB-TV in Kansas City on Nov. 2 to discuss fact-checking Missouri's Amendment 3. He was also featured on KCTV and the Kansas City Star, providing insights on local election results, Donald Trump winning the presidential election, and Kamala Harris' concession speech.
Harris was also interviewed in relation to Missouri voters passing Amendment 2, which will allow sports betting in the state. He provided comments for a story published in the Kansas City Star on Nov. 11, discussing why a key KC-area Senate district that flipped to Republican is a "seismic shift."
In the visual arts, a trio of Park University seniors will showcase their works of art in the University's Campanella Gallery from December 10 to February 7. Melissa Feris, '02, was also featured on the CanvasRebel website on Nov. 13, showcasing a number of the paintings she has completed.
Upcoming events at Park University include the Ellen Finley Earhart Department of Nursing Pinning Ceremony on Dec. 6, the International Center for Music Concert: Park ICM Orchestra on Dec. 7, the Fishburn Archives Pirate Chat: "The Third Founder: Rev. Elisha B. Sherwood" on Jan. 21, and the International Center for Music Concert: Park Trio on Jan. 24.
[1] It is important to note that the information regarding Park University's performance at the 2024 NAIA Cross Country National Championship is limited, with no explicit rankings or results available in the current data. Additional sources or direct team reports from Park University would be needed for precise details on their performance.
[2] Boshchuk, a sophomore who achieved significant success including multiple Mid-South Conference titles and academic honors, is not specifically linked to Park University.
In this context, the university's commitment to education-and-self-development is evident through Dr. Matt Harris' regular commentary on local and national issues, showcasing his expertise in political science. Furthermore, lifestyle and sports intertwine as Park University student-athletes excel both in the classroom and on the field, securing NAIA Academic Honors and success in events such as the cross country national championship and volleyball program.
