Preparations are underway for YSU’s 10-year reaccreditation review by the Higher Learning Commission, led by a 17-member steering committee that began meeting in the summer. “This is an extensive and crucial review of all university operations,” Provost Martin Abraham said. “It’s also an opportunity to share our successes and learn where and how we can get better.” In all, more than 100 individuals – faculty, staff, students and administrators – will be directly involved in the process, said Kevin Ball, associate provost and head of the steering committee.

Mary L. Yacovone, associate professor, Health Professions, was presented the Ohio Society for Respiratory Care Education Practitioner of the Year award. The award recognizes leadership, initiative and professionalism in the respiratory care discipline. She was honored at the OSRC meeting in July. Kelly L. Colwell, part-time faculty, Respiratory Care, was presented the William F. Miller, MD Postgraduate Education Recognition Award by the American Respiratory Care Foundation.