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Jun 26, 2017
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When Staff Sergeant Joseph VanBencoten, U.S. Army, retired, graduated from Pfeiffer in May with a bachelor’s degree in biology, his service dog and “best friend,” Marlee, was by his side. As they crossed the stage together, Marlee was recognized by President Keith for her loyalty to Joe with a surprise “Honorary Bachelor’s Degree in Canine Science and Dogmatic Therapy.”
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Jun 21, 2017
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Pfeiffer University has been awarded $500,000 from the Golden LEAF Foundation for its forthcoming Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MS-PAS) program. The support comes as part of funding that totals $1.3 million from the foundation to Stanly County entities from its Community-Based Grantsmaking Initiative for three significant but separate projects.
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Jun 12, 2017
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Pfeiffer University announces that it is one of a select group of 21 institutions across the nation chosen by the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) to receive a grant in the amount of $13,000 to implement an Intergenerational Connections: Students Serving Older Adults program.
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Jun 2, 2017
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Pfeiffer University mourns the death on June 1, 2017, of Ruby Maxine Barnes Mason. Mrs. Mason began her career with Pfeiffer in 1959 as administrative assistant to the vice president of business affairs, and later for the development office. In 1966, she moved to the Office of Financial Aid, retiring in 1995 as its director.
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Jun 1, 2017
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Pfeiffer University announces that Reverend Maegan Daigle Habich will join its staff on July 1 as university chaplain and director of church relations. In this new position, Reverend Habich will direct the implementation of a traditional campus ministry and chaplaincy, and work closely with the Francis Center for Servant Leadership to coordinate faith-based and secular service programming.
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May 24, 2017
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The Master of Health Administration (MHA) program at Pfeiffer University announces the installation of an Upsilon Phi Delta (UPD) Honor Society chapter, offered through the Association of University Programs in Health Administration (AUPHA). Charter members will be inducted on Sat., July 22 at a ceremony to be held at Mouzon United Methodist Church, 3100 Selwyn Ave., Charlotte.
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May 24, 2017
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This spring, 32 students from Pfeiffer’s criminal justice program participated in a full-scale training exercise conducted by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) designed to simulate the aftermath of a critical incident.
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May 22, 2017
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Pfeiffer University announces that several programs from the Division of Business have been awarded accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), Baccalaureate/Graduate Degree Board of Governors, effective immediately and valid through 2027.
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Pfeiffer University remembers Rev. Bill Faggart ’60, emeritus professor of sociology and social work
May 19, 2017
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Pfeiffer University mourns the death on May 18, 2017, of Rev. William H. Faggart ’60, emeritus professor of sociology and social work, Pfeiffer College, 1964-94. Rev. Faggart arrived at Pfeiffer to serve as visiting lecturer of sociology, a position he held for one year before being appointed assistant professor of sociology.
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May 16, 2017
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Pfeiffer University announces that Caroline Sawyer ‘07 has joined its staff as director of internships and career planning.
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May 11, 2017
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“I feel completely prepared to further my studies because of the knowledge and skills my professors gave me throughout my Pfeiffer journey; they have helped me in ways they’ll never know.”
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May 11, 2017
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On May 10, Pfeiffer University-Charlotte took a significant step toward transitioning from its longtime home on Park Road to new space across the street at 1515 Montford Park with a ceremony defined by United Methodist Church (UMC) protocol as “Order of Leave-Taking.”