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School of Communication Announces New Master of Arts in Public Relations and Advertising
Wednesday, March 4, 2020 “The M.A. in PR and advertising at Point Park has a very strong emphasis on hands-on learning,” said Camille Downing, M.A., lecturer. “We bring in real-world clients for many of our projects and we connect our students with a strong network of professionals in the field to guide them through their studies and prepare them for the next stage of their career.”
Pictured are alumni Kariann Mano and Stacey Simon. Photo | Nick Koehler
Alumni Profile
Nuhu Okikiri '19
Meet Nuhu Okikiri, a 2019 international MBA alumnus and data analyst for FedEx Ground in Pittsburgh.
Pictured is MBA alumnus Nuhu Okikiri. Photo submitted by Okikiri.
Third Annual Graduate Students Conference Scheduled for March 28
Tuesday, January 21, 2020 Master and doctoral students at Point Park University, as well as graduate alumni, are invited to submit scholarly/theoretical research papers and posters for presentation at the University's Third Annual Graduate Students Conference Saturday, March 28, 2020, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in West Penn Hall.
Pictured is the 2019 Graduate Students Conference. Photo by Emma Federkeil.
Alumni Profile
Joshua Mitchell '17
Meet Point Park University MBA graduate Joshua Mitchell, a veteran and CEO/founder of Improvyze, LLC.
Pictured is MBA alumnus and veteran Joshua Mitchell. Photo submitted by Mitchell.
Alumni Profile
Braxton Bragg '19
Meet Braxton Bragg, a 2019 M.S. in health care administration and management alumnus, who was recently promoted to intermediate improvement specialist for UPMC.
Pictured is M.S. health care alumnus Braxton Bragg. Photo by Emma Federkeil
Alumni Profile
Christie Lewis, Ed.D., '18
Meet Christie Lewis, Ed.D., Point Park University Ed.D. alumna, education programs and field placement specialist, Act 48 coordinator and adjunct professor, who received the Outstanding Dissertation of the Year award from The Pennsylvania Association of Colleges and Teacher Educators Conference.
Pictured is Ed.D. alumna Christie Lewis. Photo by Emma Federkeil.
School of Communication Offering New Master of Arts in Environmental Journalism
Friday, January 3, 2020 This unique new M.A. program combines practical journalism courses with graduate-level environmental science instruction to equip students with professional skills and theoretical expertise, positioning them as specialists in a vital field.
Point Park students in Missoula, Montana to document an ongoing clean-up of the Upper Clark Fork River. Submitted photo
From Peru to Point Park: Peruvian Delegates Learn from Education Faculty and Students
Wednesday, December 18, 2019 The School of Education at Point Park University recently welcomed executive-level government officials and academic leaders from various higher education institutions in Peru to campus for a training session focused on improving workforce development.
School of Education Hosts Workshop with Leaders from the Association for Talent Development and LUMA Institute
Wednesday, October 23, 2019 The Pittsburgh Chapter of the Association for Talent Development — the world’s largest association dedicated to empowering professionals to develop talent in the workplace — recently collaborated with the School of Education at Point Park University for a workshop on campus featuring guest speaker Bill Lucas from the LUMA Institute.
Alumni Profile
Raymond Houston, Ed.D., '04
Alumnus Raymond Houston, Ed.D., who earned a Master of Arts in curriculum and instruction focused in adult learning and training from Point Park, was named dean of the School of Mathematics, Science and Engineering at SUNY Westchester Community College.
Pictured is curriculum and instruction alumnus Raymond Houston. Photo submitted by Houston
Calculating Career Success: Tax Principals Featured at Women In Industry Speaker Series Event
Friday, September 27, 2019 The Rowland School of Business welcomed to campus tax principals Celeste Suchko, CPA, and Mandy Merchant, CPA, from CliftonLarsonAllen — the eighth largest accountancy firm in the United States — as part of its Women In Industry Speaker Series.
Professor Maharaja Promotes Point Park University at USA Education Fair in India
Friday, September 20, 2019 Archish Maharaja, CFP, CPA/PFS, Ed.D., professor of business and director of graduate programs in the Rowland School of Business, recently traveled to India to promote Point Park University at the 2019 USA Education Fair hosted by Kasturi Ram College of Higher Education in Narela, Delhi.
Alumni Profile
Robert Maley '19
Meet Robert Maley, a 2019 MBA alumnus and vice president and specialist of SAR Investigations for BNY Mellon in Downtown Pittsburgh.
Pictured is MBA alumnus Robert Maley. Photo by Hannah Johnston.
Graduate Students Present Research on Current Environmental Challenges
Monday, August 19, 2019 From the impacts of acid mine drainage to the role of diversity in sustainable agriculture, Point Park University graduate students in the Master of Science in environmental studies program presented research on a variety of important issues in the field.
Pictured left to right in the front row are Jacqueline D’Amico, Keri Rouse, Rebekah Young and Zoe Zentner and in the back row left to right are Dr. John Kudlac, Alexander Suleski, Joseph Ludington, Dr. Matthew Opdyke, John Belinda and Kaitlyn Robson. Photo by Emma Federkeil.
Alumni Profile
Jessica Martin '17 '19
Meet Jessica Martin, a 2017 SAEM and 2019 MBA alumna who was promoted full time to an inside sales representative by the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Pictured is SAEM and MBA alumna Jessica Martin. Photo by Jonathan Cabana.
Alumni Profile
Adebomi Enitan '18
Meet Adebomi Enitan, a 2018 Master of Science in engineering management graduate and an electrical engineer for Pioneer Power Group in Warrendale, Pa.
Pictured is M.S. engineering management alumna Adebomi Enitan. Photo by Hannah Johnston
Alumni Profile
Marissa Cerully '18
Point Park University K-12 principal certification graduate Marissa Cerully was recently appointed assistant principal by the Spring Cove School District.
Pictured is principal certification graduate Marissa Cerully.
Alumni Profile
Andrew Duncan '18 '19
Meet Andrew Duncan, a 2018 business management alumna and MBA student, who was hired by Point Park alumna Shannon Gregg '14 as a partner account manager for Cloud Adoption Solutions.
Pictured is business management alumnus and MBA student Andrew Duncan. Photo by Hannah Johnston
Alumni Profile
Andrea Robinson '09
Meet Andrea Robinson, Point Park University MBA graduate and owner of Sugar and Smoke restaurant.
Pictured is MBA alumna Andrea Robinson. Photo submitted by Robinson
Alumni Profile
Stephanie White '18
Meet Ed.D. alumna Stephanie White, a national board-certified English teacher for West Allegheny School District.
Pictured is Ed.D. alumna Stephanie White. Photo by Hannah Johnston
Fully Online Master of Education in Athletic Coaching Program Welcomes its First Graduates
Thursday, May 9, 2019 The first cohort of fully online Master of Education in athletic coaching students recently graduated from Point Park University.
Pictured is the 2019 Hooding Ceremony. Photo by John Altdorfer
Student Profile
Laura Ward '19
Meet Laura Ward, Ed.D. in leadership and administration doctoral student and high school librarian for Fox Chapel Area School District.
Pictured is Ed.D. student Laura C. Ward. Photo submitted by Ward.
Alumni Profile
Nick Davignon '18
After earning a master's degree in secondary education from Point Park University, Nick Davignon was hired by South Fayette High School as a long-term biology substitute teacher.
Pictured is M.Ed. secondary education alumnus Nick Davignon
Top 10 CNN Hero Honoree, City Housing Authority Official Speaking at 2019 Graduation
Thursday, April 11, 2019 Point Park University will celebrate the annual Hooding and Degree Conferral and Commencement ceremonies Saturday, April 27 at PPG Paints Arena.
A photo from 2018 undergraduate commencement at PPG Paints Arena. Photo | John Altdorfer
Second Annual Graduate Students Conference Centers on Diversity-Related Research in Various Fields of Study
Monday, April 8, 2019 Master and doctoral students studying a wide variety of disciplines — from business, communication, community engagement and education to engineering, environmental studies, health care, psychology and screenwriting — presented their research March 30 at the Second Annual Graduate Students Conference at Point Park University.
Pictured is Ed.D. student Autumn Turk at the 2019 Graduate Students Conference. Photo by Emma Federkeil
Student Profile
Ellyn Stanton '19
Ellyn Stanton, an M.A. in media communication student, served as a video coordinator at the 2019 Winter University Games in Krasnoyarsk, Russia.
(L-R) Point Park University student Ellyn Stanton and Brit Levaseur, a student from Adrian College. Submitted photo
Second Annual Graduate Students Conference to be held March 30
Tuesday, March 19, 2019 Point Park University and Duquesne University graduate students are invited to present their research, related to exploring diversity, at Point Park's Second Annual Graduate Students Conference.
Pictured is a graduate student presenting at the first Graduate Students Conference. Photo by Brandy Richey.
Student Profile
Wayne Jones '20
Ed.D. student Wayne Jones, CEO of Penn Hills Charter School of Entrepreneurship, received a 2019 Men of Excellence Award from the New Pittsburgh Courier.
Pictured is Ed.D. student Wayne Jones.
Alumni Profile
Suzie Cool, M.A., '18
Meet Suzie Cool, M.A. in media communication alumna. Cool is manager of marketing and promotions, on-field host and color commentator for the Salem Red Sox.
Pictured is alumna Suzie Cool. Submitted photo
Alumni Profile
Chelsey Driskel '17 '18
Meet Chelsey Driskel, B.A. in public relations and advertising and M.A. in intelligence and global security alumna, who was hired as a government contracts specialist by WESCO International, Inc.
Pictured is alumna Chelsey Driskel. Photo by Nick Koehler
Student Profile
Sara Pilarski '19
Meet MBA student Sara Pilarski, and learn how her grad classes are enhancing her entrepreneurial skills as co-owner of Bruster's Real Ice Cream in Gibsonia, Pa.
Pictured is MBA student Sara Pilarski. Photo by Brandy Richey
Alumni Profile
Michael Gartland '08 '10
Meet Michael Gartland, a 2008 business management and 2010 MBA Point Park alumnus, and project manager for Health Care Management Solutions, LLC.
Pictured is MBA alumnus Michael Gartland. Photo by Grace Ruiz
Alumni Profile
Kimberly Rassau '06 '07
Alumna Kimberly Rassau, Ed.D., earned a B.A. in communications and an M.A. in curriculum and instruction from Point Park University, and was recently named executive director of the Bidwell Training Center.
Pictured is curriculum and instruction alumna Kimberly Rassau, Ed.D. Photo by Bidwell Training Center.
Alumni Profile
Channing L. Moreland '18
Meet 2018 Ed.D. graduate Channing Moreland, clinical assistant professor for the University of Pittsburgh, Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling.
Pictured is Ed.D. alumna Channing Moreland. Photo by Brandy Richey
Alumni Profile
Brianna Damich '17
Meet Brianna Damich, 2017 Master of Science in health care administration and management alumna and Midwest Region U500 Dental Sales Manager for Cigna.
Pictured is M.S. health care alumna Brianna Damich. Photo by Iman Haynes
Graduate Students and Environmental Firm Collaborate on Stream Flow Project in Schenley Park
Monday, December 10, 2018 Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc., a top 200 environmental firm in the nation headquartered in Pittsburgh, recently invited Point Park University graduate students to join them on a client project measuring stream flow in Schenley Park.
Pictured are Master of Science students measuring stream flow at Schenley Park. Photo by Brandy Richey
Alumni Profile
Bryan Turner '18
Meet MBA alumnus Bryan Turner, corporate actions accounting supervisor and BNY Mellon's 2018 Asset Servicing Employee of the Year.
Pictured is MBA alumnus Bryan Turner. Photo by Emilee Fails.
Alumni Profile
Jean Keene '12
Meet Jean Keene, a Master of Science in environmental studies graduate and environmental education specialist for Keystone State Park.
Pictured is MSES alumna Jean Keene. Photo submitted by Keene.
Point Park University Athletic Coaching Graduate Program One of Only Four in the State to Offer PIAA Approved Courses
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 Point Park University’s fully online Master of Education in athletic coaching program recently was recognized by the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association as one of only four universities in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania — and the only one in Western Pennsylvania — to offer PIAA approved courses. 
Pictured is Point Park's women's soccer coach Maggie Kuhn. Photo by Emilee Fails
Journalism Professor Steve Hallock Authors Eighth Book
Monday, November 19, 2018 Steve Hallock, Ph.D., professor of journalism and director of the School of Communication's graduate programs, recently authored "A History of the American Civil Rights Movement Through Newspaper Coverage: The Race Agenda, Volume I."
Pictured is Steve Hallock, Ph.D. Photo | Nick Koehler
Alumni Profile
Eric Holmes '18
Learn why Eric Holmes, City of Pittsburgh Bureau of Police commander and chief of staff, chose Point Park University and its criminal justice administration graduate program.
Pictured is criminal justice administration alumnus Eric Holmes. Photo by Brandy Richey
Alumni Profile
Thiago Siervo '18
Meet Thiago Siervo, M.D., from Sao Paulo, Brazil and learn why he selected Point Park University's MBA program.
Pictured is MBA alumnus Thiago Siervo, MD. Photo submitted by Siervo.
Alumni Profile
Jason Kirby, DO, '17
Meet MBA graduate Jason Kirby, DO, center medical director for Clean Slate Addiction Treatment Centers and associate medical director for Highmark.
Pictured is MBA alumnus and part-time professor Jason Kirby. Photo by Brandy Richey
Alumni Profile
Shannon Howard '05 '18
Assistant Principal Shannon Howard, Ed.D., earned a principal certificate from Point Park in 2005 and later returned to the University to earn a doctoral degree in leadership and administration in 2018.
Pictured is Ed.D. alumna Shannon Howard. Photo by Brandy Richey.
Alumni Profile
Charles Youngs '16 '18
Meet Charles Youngs, a graduate of Point Park University's M.A. in curriculum and instruction and Ed.D. in leadership and administration programs.
Pictured is Ed.D. alumnus Charles Youngs. Photo by Brandy Richey.
Making Their Case: Criminal Justice Administration Graduate Students Confront Issues in the Field at Symposium
Tuesday, July 31, 2018 Workplace violence, school violence, terrorism and police race relations were the topics of focus at the latest Master of Science in Criminal Justice Administration Graduate Symposium held July 25 on campus.
Pictured are Professors Linzer and Botta with the 2018 criminal justice administration graduate students. Photo by Randall Coleman.
Alumni Profile
Anne Fullenkamp '10
Anne Fullenkamp, a 2010 MBA graduate, concentrated her degree in sports, arts and entertainment management and is now director of design for the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh.
Pictured is MBA alumna Anne Fullenkamp. Photo by Brandy Richey.
Alumni Profile
Jenna (Petrini) Fraser '17
Meet Jenna (Petrini) Fraser '17, a graduate of Point Park University's Pennsylvania School Principal K-12 Certificate.
Pictured is Jenna Petrini Fraser. Photo by Karen Girty
Professor Kraniou Hosts Gathering of MBA Grads from his Macro-Projects and International Regimes Course
Thursday, May 31, 2018 Point Park University MBA graduates who have taken the special topics course Macro-Projects and International Regimes, taught by Professor Dimitris Kraniou, Ph.D., over the past 30 years, gathered May 11 for a reunion celebration on campus. 
Pictured is Dr. Dimitris Kraniou with Point Park M.B.A. alumni, students and faculty. Photo submitted by M.B.A. alumna Kari Carbone.
Alumni Profile
Guillermo Velazquez '18
Meet 2018 MBA graduate Guillermo Velazquez, executive director of the Pittsburgh Hispanic Development Corporation.
Pictured is Guillermo Velazquez. Photo by Brandy Richey.
University Hosts Inaugural Graduate Student Conference with Capacity Crowd
Friday, April 20, 2018 With more than 80 graduate students, faculty and staff in attendance, Point Park University’s inaugural Graduate Student Conference April 14 exceeded expectations — reaching capacity three weeks before the event. 
Pictured is a graduate student presenting at the Graduate Student Conference. Photo by Brandy Richey.
Point Park University to Host Graduate Students Conference April 14
Monday, March 19, 2018 Graduate students are invited to present their research related to professional development and community services for Point Park University's Graduate Student Conference April 14, 2018.
Pictured is a graduate student presenting research at Point Park University. Photo by Sarah Collins
Alumni Profile
M.B.A. Alumna is Director of Communications for Central Catholic
Learn how an M.B.A. degree from Point Park helped Chelsey Rovesti land her current position.
Pictured is M.B.A. alumna Chelsey Rovesti, director of communications at Central Catholic High School. | Photo submitted by Rovesti
Point Park University to Host Graduate Students Conference April 14
Thursday, January 4, 2018 Graduate students at Point Park University are encouraged to submit their research for the opportunity to be a presenter at the conference.
Alumni Profile
Shannon Shields, M.A.
"Changing careers was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Getting my master’s degree from Point Park was the catalyst that allowed me to make that change," said Shannon Shields.
Pictured is alumna Shannon Shields. Photo | Nick Koehler
International M.B.A. Alumna Leading Information Technology Projects for PNC
Wednesday, December 6, 2017 Meet Trupti Tamore, release testing manager for Kforce Consulting with PNC Financial Services.
Alumni Profile
Annie A. Pugh '17
Meet Annie A. Pugh, a fourth grade teacher at Lincoln Elementary, part of the Mt. Lebanon School District.
Pictured is secondary/special education graduate alumna Annie Pugh. Photo submitted by Pugh.
Student Profile
M.S. in Health Care Administration Program Inspires Grad Student to Pursue Career Change
Meet Sofiya Arnaudova-Hewitt '18, HR business analyst for UPMC.
Pictured is M.S. health care administration student Sofiya Arnaudova-Hewitt. Photo by Brandy Richey.
Alumni Profile
M.B.A. Alumna Advances in Nonprofit Career to Director Position With Rivers of Steel
Meet Carly V. McCoy, director of sales and marketing for the Rivers of Steel National Heritage Corporation.
Pictured is M.B.A. alumna Carly V. McCoy.
Ph.D. in Community Engagement Student is the Driving Force Behind Point Park's Pioneer Pantry
Thursday, November 2, 2017
Pictured is Veronika Panagiotou.
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PNC Promotes Point Park University MBA Alumna to Operations Supervisor
Meet MBA alumna Brittany Dreher, operations supervisor for PNC Financial Services.
Pictured is MBA alumna Brittany Dreher. Photo by Nick Koehler.
Fully Online M.S. in Health Care Administration and Management Welcomes its First Graduates
Thursday, October 5, 2017 The fully online Master of Science graduate program in health care administration and management in the Rowland School of Business at Point Park University recently welcomed its first class of graduates.
Women in Industry Event Features Director of Supplier Diversity for 84 Lumber
Wednesday, October 4, 2017 84 Lumber Company's Director of Supplier Diversity and Women Business Enterprise Development, Amy Criss, spoke to students at the latest Women in Industry Speaker Series hosted on campus by the Rowland School of Business.
Hospitality Focus: M.B.A., Business Management Alumnus Buys Restaurant in Bridgeville
Monday, October 2, 2017 Meet Jason Simoni, president/owner of The Crafty Jackalope.
M.A. Alumni Profile: Meet Angela M. Gaitaniella, Development Manager, Heinz History Center
Tuesday, September 19, 2017 "I am responsible for ensuring the successful execution of fundraising programs and events, donor cultivation and pursuing funding opportunities for all institution-wide initiatives," she said.
Criminal Justice Administration Grad Students Address Serious Societal Issues at Symposium
Monday, August 14, 2017 From juvenile violence to the opioid epidemic, students in the Master of Science in criminal justice administration program addressed some of the most serious issues facing our nation Aug. 2 at the CJA Graduate Symposium held on campus.
Allegheny Conference Appoints Point Park M.B.A. Alumna as Investor Relations Manager
Monday, August 14, 2017 Meet Patriece Thompson, investor relations manager for the Allegheny Conference on Community Development.
M.B.A. Alumna Leads Development, Branded Entertainment as VP for Spectrum
Wednesday, July 26, 2017 Meet Samantha Morris, Vice President of Development, Branded Entertainment, for Spectrum.
Ed.D. Alumna Appointed Superintendent of Central Fulton School District
Thursday, July 6, 2017 Meet 2016 doctoral alumna Michelle Hall, Ed.D.
Point Park University MBA Alumnus Appointed New President of GAI Consultants
Monday, June 19, 2017 Meet MBA alumnus Anthony Morrocco '10, president of GAI Consultants, Inc.
Student Prepares to Be a Principal Through Online M.A. Educational Administration Program
Thursday, June 15, 2017 Meet Shelby Noll, seventh grade teacher for Highlands School District.
M.B.A. Classes Benefit 2017 Graduate Working for U.S. Department of the Treasury
Thursday, June 1, 2017 Meet Oliha Grichang, contact representative for the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
Graduate Experience Prepares Alumna Jenny Snow to Present Thesis at National Conference
Tuesday, May 23, 2017
Multiple Internships Lead Accounting Alumnus, M.B.A. Student to Position with Federated
Wednesday, May 17, 2017 Meet Brandon Camic, staff accountant with Federated Investors, Inc., and a current M.B.A. student at Point Park.
M.B.A. 2014 Graduate Named VP, Senior Manager of Communications for PNC
Monday, May 8, 2017 Meet Amanda Munsch, vice president, senior manager of communications, for PNC.
M.A. in Clinical-Community Psychology Student Creates Nonprofit to Help People in Need
Thursday, May 4, 2017 Meet Orlandria Smith, executive director of Connect With Your Heart.
Bosnian Refugee, M.B.A. Alumnus Promoted to Supervisor of Pricing Operations at BNY Mellon
Wednesday, April 26, 2017 Meet Elvir Muslimovic, supervisor of pricing operations for BNY Mellon.
Pittsburgh Police Chief, Pulitzer Prize-Winning Photographer to Speak at 2017 Graduation Ceremonies
Friday, April 21, 2017
80edays Electric Vehicle Global Team Co-Pilot Speaks to M.B.A. Business of Energy Class
Thursday, April 20, 2017 Silicon Valley technical innovator and engineer Don Christian spoke to Point Park University M.B.A. students April 12 about his recent experience traveling around the world in an electric car as co-pilot of one of the international 80edays teams.
Point Park University Introduces Master of Education Degree in Athletic Coaching
Friday, April 14, 2017
Pittsburgh's New Police Chief is a Point Park Grad, Keynote Speaker at Hooding Ceremony
Thursday, April 13, 2017
Point Park Hosts Student Summit of Universities Working Together to Stop Sexual Violence
Monday, April 3, 2017 More than 60 college students throughout the Pittsburgh region attended the 2017 Student Summit "Looking Forward - Combatting Sexual Violence On Campus" hosted at Point Park University March 25.
Southwest Airlines Station Leader Discusses Ethical Leadership with M.B.A. Students
Thursday, March 23, 2017 How ethical leadership is implemented and embraced at one of the world's largest airline carriers - Southwest Airlines - was the focus of Theresa Anderson's March 16 presentation to Point Park University M.B.A. students.
Regional Vice President of Operations for Comcast is a Point Park M.B.A. Graduate
Tuesday, March 7, 2017 Alumnus Randall Tecza is a leader at Comcast.
Alumna Advances in Adult Learning Field to President and CEO of Career Training Academy
Tuesday, February 14, 2017 Meet Kimberly Rassau, Ed.D., president and CEO of the Career Training Academy.
Business Skills, Experience Gained in U.S. Help M.B.A. Grad Land Banking Position in Montenegro
Friday, February 3, 2017 Dejan Duraskovic works for Addiko Bank in Montenegro.
BNY Mellon Analyst Discusses the Powerful Impact of His Point Park M.B.A. Degree
Monday, January 30, 2017 Meet Stoycho Stoychev, Credit Management Report and Analysis Manager and 14-Q Corporate and CRE Loan Reporting Analyst for BNY Mellon.
M.B.A. 2016 Graduate Profile: Diane Weston, Jewish Healthcare Foundation Fellow
Friday, January 20, 2017 Meet Diane Weston, death and dying fellow for the Jewish Healthcare Foundation.
M.A. Alumni Profile: Meet Elizabeth Willard, Proposal Writer, Pricewaterhouse Coopers
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
People of Point Park: Dimitris J. Kraniou, Ph.D., an International Catalyst
Monday, January 9, 2017
M.B.A. 2016 Graduate Selected as Lead Operations Analyst at UPMC Health Plan
Friday, December 9, 2016 Meet Benjamin Eonta, lead operations analyst for UPMC Health Plan.
M.B.A. 2015 Alumnus is a Manager of Sales Support and Administration at UPMC Health Plan
Friday, December 9, 2016 Meet Joseph Veltri, manager of sales support and administration for UPMC Health Plan.
M.B.A. Health Systems Management Graduates Excel in Careers at UPMC Health Plan
Thursday, December 8, 2016
Graduate Students Present Research on Various Challenges in the Criminal Justice Field
Wednesday, November 23, 2016
M.B.A. with SAEM Concentration Helps Alumna Land Dream Job with Pittsburgh Cultural Trust
Thursday, November 3, 2016 Meet Katherine Lancaster, show marketing manager for Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.
Ph.D. in Community Engagement Students Develop Program Reviews for the POISE Foundation
Tuesday, November 1, 2016 As part of their coursework in the Program Design, Implementation and Evaluation class, Point Park University Ph.D. in community engagement students developed program reviews for the POISE Foundation, a 501c3 organization in Downtown Pittsburgh that provides fiscal sponsorship services for projects, organizations and individuals in need.
Alumni Profile
MBA Grad, Senior Manager for Pittsburgh Housing Authority Named a 40 Under 40 Winner
Meet MBA alumna Aster Teclay, Moving to Work and Special Projects Senior Project Manager for the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh and Co-Founder and Director of Finance of Invest In Her.
Pictured is MBA alumna Aster Teclay. Photo by Shayna Mendez.
Allegheny Health Network Director Pursued M.B.A. to Learn the Business Side of Health Care
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 Meet Lori Stover, administrative director, Division of Hematology and Cellular Therapy, for Allegheny Health Network.
Political Science, Environmental Studies Leads Alumna Down the Path of Trail Development
Monday, October 17, 2016 Meet Courtney Mahronich, director of trail development for Friends of the Riverfront.
Point Park Professor Presents on Assessment and Curriculum Innovation
Monday, October 3, 2016 Tatyana Dumova, Ph.D., professor in the School of Communication, participated in the annual conference of the Pennsylvania Communication Association Sept. 23-24 at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown.
M.B.A. 2016 Alumna is a Vice President and Business Analytics Consultant at BNY Mellon
Friday, September 30, 2016 Meet Camille Reed, vice president and business analytics consultant, for the Bank of New York Mellon.
M.B.A. Degree Enhances Engineering Career of Alumnus at Westinghouse
Thursday, September 29, 2016 Meet Chris Chavez, senior field service engineer for Westinghouse.
Point Park's First Doctoral Students to Graduate Defend Their Dissertations
Thursday, September 8, 2016
Criminal Justice Administration Program Hosts Symposium to Showcase Grad Student Research
Friday, September 2, 2016 Master of Science in criminal justice administration students presented research Aug. 20 on a variety of criminal justice related issues including the effectiveness of pretrial detention, legal immigrant drug crime and veterans treatment courts.
M.A. Clinical-Community Psych Grads Named Editors
Friday, July 1, 2016
Bosnia Native, Business Management and M.B.A. Alumna is a Vice President at BNY Mellon
Thursday, June 30, 2016
Point Park Professor Presents to Community College Presidents
Friday, June 17, 2016
Meet M.A. Student Candice McDermott, Marketing Intern, Edgar Snyder & Associates
Friday, June 10, 2016 "I found that the M.A. in Media Communication was a great fit for my interests and career goals. I like the flexibility in the programs, like on ground, hybrid and online courses," she said.
M.A. Leadership 2016 Alumna Presents Research on Millennials to UPMC Leaders
Tuesday, May 31, 2016
Faculty Profile: Meet Randy Baird, Professor in Point Park's M.B.A. Energy Concentration
Friday, May 27, 2016
Psychology Faculty to Give Sample Lectures at Grad Open Houses June 7 and 22
Thursday, May 26, 2016
M.B.A. Graduate With Health Systems Management Concentration Hired by Highmark
Wednesday, May 25, 2016 Meet Chynna Carter, associate consultant for Highmark.
M.B.A. Student DaMarra Underwood Awarded Chuck Cooper Foundation Scholarship
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
Graduate Hooding 2016: New Grads Discuss Their Journey to a Master's DegreeWho has helped you achieve where you are today?
Thursday, April 28, 2016
Outstanding Student Awards Banquet Recognizes Academic Excellence and Leadership
Tuesday, April 26, 2016
Alumna Credits M.A. in Communication Technology Program for Advancing her Career
Wednesday, April 20, 2016 "I chose Point Park because I desired a program that would teach me communication theories and how to conduct research (in case I decided to seek my Ph.D.), but that would also give me hands-on experience working with digital marketing programs and situations that I would encounter in the workforce," she said.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust VP of Development to Speak at Hooding Ceremony
Friday, April 8, 2016
M.A. Student Presents Workshop on Managing Change at Leadership Summit
Wednesday, March 2, 2016
M.B.A. Program Helps Alum at Deloitte Advance Time Management and Communication Skills
Wednesday, February 17, 2016 Meet Timothy Madden, solutions developer for Deloitte Consulting, LLP.
Meet Matt Pelfrey, M.F.A. Low-Residency Program Director and Assistant Professor
Friday, February 12, 2016
M.B.A. and Accounting Alumnus is a Recruitment Manager for International Financial Group
Thursday, February 11, 2016 Meet Philip Isabella, accounting and finance recruitment manager for International Financial Group.
Ph.D. in Community Engagement Student Committed to Serving Others Professionally, Personally
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
Clinical-Community Psych Grad Classes Help Alum in Outreach Role with The Humane Society
Thursday, February 4, 2016 Meet Chloe Detrick, media relations specialist for The Humane Society of the United States.
Criminal Justice Grad Appointed Compliance Manager for Virtual Health Care System MDLIVE
Wednesday, January 27, 2016 Meet JoAnn McDaniel-Chinn, corporate compliance manager for MDLive, Inc.
Catalysts for Change: M.A. Leadership Students Create Workshops to Improve Communities
Monday, January 11, 2016
Graduate Students Present Research on Complex Issues in the Criminal Justice System
Monday, December 21, 2015 Students in the M.S. in criminal justice administration program capstone seminar course at Point Park University presented their research Dec. 10 on a variety of topics, from prisoner recidivism and human trafficking to the debates surrounding police body cameras and the USA Patriot Act.
Market Developer in Saudi Arabia is a Point Park M.B.A. and B.S. in Business Management Graduate
Friday, December 18, 2015 Meet Point Park alumna Yasmin Elgendy, market developer for Think Tank Co.
Meet M.B.A./M.A. Student Stephanie Mueller, Winner of Ethical Leadership Essay Competition
Thursday, December 17, 2015
Point Park M.B.A. Program to Offer Concentration in the Energy Industry
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
M.B.A. Students Write Essays on Ethical Leaders They Admire, Finalists Present at Annual Event
Wednesday, December 9, 2015 M.B.A./M.A. in media communication student Stephanie Mueller won the Meeting the Challenge of Ethical Leadership Essay Writers Forum Nov. 13 with her presentation on Rosalind Brewer, president and CEO of Sam's Club and the first woman and first African-American to lead a Walmart division.
Criminal Justice Administration and English Alumnus is a Leader in Behavioral Health Care
Monday, December 7, 2015 Meet Rick Moody, clinical outpatient supervisor for Mercy Behavioral Health.
Russia Native Chose Point Park M.B.A. Program From Abroad, Now Working in Pittsburgh
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
Russia Native Chose Point Park M.B.A. Program From Abroad, Now Working in Pittsburgh
Wednesday, December 2, 2015 Meet Daria Opekunova, staffing manager for Robert Half International.
M.B.A. Classes Prepared Manager to Effectively Communicate with IABC Members Globally
Thursday, November 19, 2015 Meet Micayla Felicion-Davin, chapter relations manager for IABC.
M.A. Psychology Grad, Ph.D. Student Embraces Her Role Helping Girls Take Control of Their Sexual Health
Wednesday, November 11, 2015 Meet Leatra Tate, Girl Talk Project Coordinator for Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force.
Jewish Healthcare Fellowship Helps M.B.A. Student Expand Knowledge of Health Policy
Thursday, October 22, 2015 Meet Monet R. Miller, patient safety fellow for the Jewish Healthcare Foundation.
Graduate students and faculty present research at Penn State York
Thursday, October 22, 2015 "The conference was a great experience to take something I did in class and present it in a real-world academic setting," said Carey McKelvey.
Alumnus, Graduate Student Lands Dream Job as an English/Special Education Teacher
Wednesday, October 14, 2015 Meet Robert Michael, English/special education teacher for Moon Area School District.
Ethical Leadership Essay Writers Forum for Graduate Students Nov. 13
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
Criminal Justice Professor and Alumnus Brings 40 Years of Legal Experience to the Classroom
Friday, October 9, 2015 For the past 15 years, Richard Linzer, J.D., brought his passion for law into the criminal justice classrooms at Point Park University as an adjunct instructor.
M.B.A. 2015 Grad, Gatesman+ Dave Assistant Media Buyer Discusses Why She Chose Point Park
Thursday, October 8, 2015 Meet Kendra Reith, assistant media buyer for Gatesman + Dave.
M.B.A. Alumni Profile: Robert Toth, Associate Lawyer for K&L Gates in Downtown Pittsburgh
Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Toth is an associate lawyer and 2013 M.B.A. graduate.
M.B.A. Alumna Krystin Roczko is the U.S. Field Marketing Manager for Reebok-CCM Hockey
Tuesday, September 29, 2015 Roczko earned an M.B.A. concentrating in sports, arts and entertainment management in 2008.
M.B.A. Alumnus Daniel Komara Promoted to Vice President at The Bank of New York Mellon
Thursday, September 10, 2015 Meet Daniel Komara, vice president, associate service director for BNY Mellon.
Forest Hills School District Dean of Students, Librarian Pursuing Ed.D. at Point Park
Tuesday, September 8, 2015 Meet Ed.D. student Laura Miller.
Point Park Offering Region's First Interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Community Engagement Program
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
On-Site M.B.A. Grad, GAI Senior Director Gains Broader Perspective on Business With Degree
Wednesday, June 17, 2015 Meet Jeanne Cotter, senior director of quality for GAI Consultants, Inc.
M.A. Alumni Profile: Meet Sarah Kastelic, Communications Specialist, UPMC
Tuesday, June 9, 2015
Point Park to Meet Growing Demand for Health Care Managers With Fully Online M.S. Degree
Wednesday, May 13, 2015 Point Park University is offering one of the first fully online graduate programs in health care administration and management in the Pittsburgh region, beginning this fall.
Point Park Celebrates Academic Excellence at 2015 Graduate Hooding Ceremony
Friday, May 1, 2015 Point Park University conferred master's degrees on 175 students taking part in the annual Hooding and Degree Conferral ceremony on Sunday, April 26, at the Wyndham Grand Hotel in Downtown Pittsburgh.
M.A. in Communication Technology adds social media and applied practices concentrations
Monday, April 27, 2015
Psychology Students and Faculty Present Research at Conference in Chicago
Friday, April 10, 2015 Point Park University psychology students and faculty presented their research work March 26 - 29 at the Eighth Annual Conference of the Society for Humanistic Psychology (led by Division 32 of the American Psychological Association) at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
M.B.A. Degree Enables Alumnus, Vice President at PNC to Advance as a Strategic Leader
Wednesday, April 1, 2015 Meet Suresh Chockiah, VP of Strategic Services and Enterprise Architecture for PNC.
2013 M.A./M.B.A. Alumna is Director of Marketing and Development, Life'sWork of Western PA
Friday, March 27, 2015 Meet Tasha Pokrzywa and learn how an M.A./M.B.A. degree gave her a competitive advantage in the job market.
2013 M.A./M.B.A. Alumna is Director of Marketing and Development, Life'sWork of Western PA
Friday, March 27, 2015 Meet Tasha Pokrzywa
M.B.A. Gives Turkish Alumnus the Skills to Manage Engineering Projects More Effectively
Wednesday, March 25, 2015 Meet Erdem Kurtmen, Special Project Engineer and Project Business Analyst for Guralp Crane and Machine Construction Industry and Trade Inc.
M.B.A. Alumnus Lands Market Analyst Position at One of the Leading Banks in Mongolia
Friday, March 20, 2015 Meet Munkhdelger Tsedenbal, market risk analyst for XacBank.
English, Education Alumnus Describes Teaching in Alaska as Greatest Experience of His Life
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 Meet Simon Huff, high school generalist teacher for Lower Kuskokwim School District.
M.B.A. Alumna Returns Home to Vietnam to Work in Marketing for Marriott International
Tuesday, February 24, 2015 Meet Anh Tran, assistant marketing communications manager for Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon, Marriott International.
M.B.A. Grad, Veteran is a Workforce Developer for the Veterans Leadership Program
Tuesday, February 10, 2015 Meet 2014 alumnus Joseph Dicianno.
M.A. Organizational Leadership Alumna Interned for United Nations in Ethiopia
Friday, January 30, 2015
Students and Alumni Host Research Colloquium
Thursday, January 29, 2015
M.A. Graduate Discusses How His Classes Tied Directly Into His Diversity Work at UPMC
Tuesday, January 27, 2015
Alumnus Advances in Career at Magee-Womens Hospital with M.B.A. Degree
Monday, January 12, 2015 Meet Thomas Rudnicki, a senior systems analyst.
M.B.A. Degree Allows Alumnus to Advance in Career at Pittsburgh Mercy Health System
Monday, December 15, 2014 Meet Kevin Beckovich, prevention/intervention supervisor for Pittsburgh Mercy Health System.
Point Park Career Counselor Helps M.B.A. Grad Transition to Accounting/Finance Field
Friday, December 12, 2014 Meet Ericka Watkins, credit analyst for Koppers, Inc.
Chinese M.B.A. Student Interning for Pittsburgh Department of City Planning
Friday, December 5, 2014 Meet Bo Ai, international M.B.A. student and social media intern for the Pittsburgh Department of City Planning.
M.B.A., Management Information Systems Concentration, Helps Grad Become IT Analyst
Tuesday, November 11, 2014 Meet Stacy Shatlock, IT Analyst, Engineering Automation, for Eaton Corporation.
Director of Marketing at Louis Plung & Company is a 2014 M.B.A. Alumna
Monday, November 3, 2014 Meet 2014 M.B.A. graduate Julia Germeyer.
Graduate Student Research Featured at Communication Conference
Friday, October 3, 2014 The impact of communication technology on society was the focus of the work of seven School of Communication graduate students featured at the 75th annual Pennsylvania Communication Association conference, held Sept. 26-27 at Duquesne University.
M.A. Alumna Sarah Skirpan is a Media Strategist at Dick Jones Communications
Thursday, October 2, 2014
M.B.A. Alumnus Named a "40 Under 40" Winner for Helping to Shape Pittsburgh Region
Wednesday, October 1, 2014
Event Manager Excels with M.B.A., Sports, Arts & Entertainment Management Concentration
Friday, September 26, 2014 Meet Lindsey Bradley, event manager for Pittsburgh Technology Council.
Intelligence Graduate Student Lands Global Security Internship With Mylan, Inc.
Thursday, September 18, 2014 Meet Natasha Williams, global security intern for Mylan, Inc.
Desk Building Event Engages Doctoral Students in Unique Learning Opportunities
Wednesday, September 10, 2014 Point Park University doctoral students got a chance to nail down strategies on leadership, service, community and team building at the Ed.D. in leadership and administration program's kick-off event at the Greater PA Carpenters Union Training Center in Pittsburgh.
Graduate Students Present Research on Air Pollutants, Conservation, Public Health
Thursday, September 4, 2014 The complex nature of environmental problems and their solutions, including the economic impact in natural resource development and sustainability, was addressed at the Master of Science in environmental studies fifth annual graduate seminar.
M.B.A. Student Profile: Lauren Schmitt, Supply Chain Analyst for UPMC
Friday, August 29, 2014
M.B.A. Degree Helps Alumnus Become Business Manager for Luxury Dental Practice
Wednesday, August 27, 2014 Meet Michael W. Mann, business manager and 2013 M.B.A. alumnus.
Graduate Student Laura Jennings Discusses her Internship at Bally Design
Monday, August 18, 2014
M.B.A. Program Helps Graduate Expand Global Network, Land Position with Morgan Stanley
Thursday, August 14, 2014 Meet Himanshu Patel, user acceptance tester analyst for Morgan Stanley.
M.B.A. Health Systems Management Alumna is a Business Analyst for UPMC Health Plan
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
Graduate Hooding 2014: Academic accomplishment and Personal stories
Friday, May 23, 2014
Point Park to Offer Doctorate in Leadership and Administration this Fall
Thursday, May 8, 2014
Meet 2011 M.B.A. Alumnus Chuck Hankle, Technical Account Manager for Symantec
Tuesday, May 6, 2014 Meet Chuck Hankle, technical account manager for Symantec.
End-of-Year Reception Celebrates Graduate Community at Point Park
Monday, May 5, 2014 Graduate students across the University were recently invited to an end-of-year celebration with a keynote presentation from Samuel Hazo, Ph.D., founder and director of the International Poetry Forum in Pittsburgh and First Poet Laureate of Pennsylvania.
Graduate Student Cari Goss Selected for Pittsburgh Schweitzer Fellows Program
Friday, May 2, 2014
Point Park Professors Discuss Global Immigration Issues at Faculty Colloquium
Monday, April 28, 2014
M.B.A. Alumna is the Manager of International Relations for the Oncology Nursing Society
Friday, April 25, 2014 Meet Kate Shaughnessy Hankle, manager of international relations for the Oncology Nursing Society.
Graduate Student Nicole Martin is an Intern at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
M.B.A. Program at Point Park Is Ranked Fourth-largest in Pittsburgh Area
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Public Administration and M.B.A. Alumna Working for Management Science Associates
Tuesday, December 3, 2013 Meet Michelle Herrle, a business systems analyst.
Students Gain Valuable Insight on Ethical Leadership at Third Annual Speakers' Series
Monday, November 25, 2013
Seminar Provides Grad Students with Tips on Effective Business Writing
Friday, November 22, 2013
Professors and Alumna Present Research at Business Conference
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
Faculty Profile: Meet Arleen Wheat, Assistant Professor of Special Education
Monday, November 4, 2013
Graduate Programs Prepare Students to Present Research, Network at Conference
Monday, November 4, 2013
Graduate Students Engage in Communication Research
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
M.A. Organizational Leadership Program Inspires Alumna to Open New Grocery Store
Thursday, October 3, 2013
English Teacher Returns to Point Park to Pursue Goal of Becoming a Principal
Wednesday, October 2, 2013 Meet Alexa Tokarski, high school English teacher at Pittsburgh Perry High School.
Point Park Greek Trip Highlights and Study Abroad Discussion on Oct. 24
Friday, September 27, 2013 Point Park University students and alumni interested in international travel are invited to a study abroad discussion hosted by the Department of Global Management and Organization on Oct. 24, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. in the Lawrence Hall ballroom.
New Graduate Students Encouraged to Be Leaders in their Professions, Community
Friday, September 20, 2013
Master of Science in Environmental Studies Program Growing at Point Park
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Point Park to Offer Low-Residency M.F.A. in Screenwriting and Playwriting
Monday, September 16, 2013
Point Park to Host Third Annual Ethical Leadership Speakers Series
Tuesday, August 20, 2013
M.B.A. Degree Leads Alumnus to Dream of Helping People Achieve Their Financial Goals
Friday, August 16, 2013 Meet Thomas Louisy, financial consultant for PNC.
Point Park Graduate Education Programs Offered at Suburban Pittsburgh Locations
Monday, July 15, 2013
New Point Park M.B.A. Degree Prepares Professionals For Global Marketplace
Monday, July 15, 2013
Graduate Education Department Welcomes Educators from Central and South America
Monday, April 8, 2013
M.A. Organizational Leadership Courses Help Highmark Employee Grow as a Team Leader
Friday, March 15, 2013
Point Park and H.J. Heinz Company Host Event Centered on M.B.A. Ethical Leadership Course
Wednesday, October 24, 2012 How does the H.J. Heinz Company meet the challenge of ethical leadership? This was the focus of the Sept. 13 ethical leadership event, hosted by Point Park University's Department of Global Management and Organization and the H.J. Heinz Company.
Department of Global Management and Organization Hosting 10-Day Trip to Greece
Friday, October 19, 2012
Master's Degree in Environmental Studies Puts Alumna a Step Ahead
Tuesday, October 16, 2012 Meet Michelle Wunderley, staff environmental specialist for Enercon Services, Inc.
Bhutan native, Highmark Employee Earns M.B.A. in health systems management
Thursday, September 13, 2012 Meet Kishor Pradhan, system testing analyst for Highmark.
Alumna Discusses Why She Chose Point Park for Bachelor's and Master's in Education
Friday, September 7, 2012 Meet Michelle Graham, third grade ELA teacher and clinical resident instructor for Pittsburgh King Pre K-8 and The Teaching Institute.
M.B.A. Alum Profile: Lydia Tobiasz, Manager at Madison Square Garden
Wednesday, September 5, 2012 Tobiasz is the manager of corporate hospitality sales.
Graduate Students Present Environmental Research at Third Annual Seminar
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Professor Travels the Southeastern Mediterranean, Meets Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem
Thursday, August 23, 2012
Meet Heike Steurer, M.B.A. Alum and Financial Analyst for Bayer Corporation
Friday, July 20, 2012 Steurer earned her M.B.A. degree from Point Park in 2012.
M.B.A. Degree Advances Alum's Engineering Career
Thursday, July 12, 2012 Meet John T. Gobble, III, mechanical engineer for Philips Respironics.
Point Park M.B.A. Program Ranked Fourth Largest in the Pittsburgh Region
Tuesday, July 10, 2012
Professor Lorelei Stein Elected to Family Services of Western PA's Board of Trustees
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Meet M.B.A. alum Seung Chan Lim, an artist, software designer, and researcher
Friday, June 22, 2012
Master's Degree in Secondary Education Paves Alum's Path to Teaching High School Science
Tuesday, May 29, 2012 Meet Chris Colonna, seventh grade life science teacher at Carlynton Junior-Senior High School.
Corporate Ethics Officer at Westinghouse to Discuss "The Challenge of Ethical Leadership" on June 2
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Meet Kadi Camardese, M.B.A. Alumna and Communications Manager for American Bridge Company
Thursday, May 3, 2012 Camardese earned her M.B.A. degree from Point Park in 2008.
Internship Leads to Position at Westinghouse for Veteran and Electrical Engineering Technology Alum
Friday, March 2, 2012 Meet Vasilii Savtchouk, electrical engineer for Westinghouse.
Alumni Profile
Preeti Juneja '10
Meet Preeti Juneja, instructor of early childhood education for the Community College of Allegheny County.
Pictured is education graduate Preeti Juneja. Photo by Chris Rolinson
Alum implements curriculum and instruction expertise at Allegheny Intermediate Unit
Thursday, January 19, 2012 Meet Paul Cindric, coordinator of curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
Point Park M.B.A. Alumna the Only Female Director in the NHL
Friday, October 21, 2011 Meet Jennifer Bullano, director of communications for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Graduate students present at communication conference
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Interest in Engineering Prompts Pursuit of Degrees
Wednesday, September 14, 2011 Chas Ainsworth earned a Bachelor of Science in civil engineering technology and a Master of Science in engineering management from Point Park.
M.A./M.B.A. program aims to give working professionals an edge
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
First Students Graduate with M.S. in Environmental Studies
Monday, August 23, 2010 This August and December, the first class of students is graduating from Point Park's new master of science in environmental studies program, which began at the University in August of 2009.
M.B.A. Alumnus Nicholas Gigante Helps Pittsburgh Rediscover the Arts
Thursday, December 10, 2009 Gigante is a 2007 M.B.A. alumnus.
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