🎓 Miami's invisible academic mastermind revealed: the university provost. As interim provost, Chris Makaroff serves as Miami University's chief academic officer, overseeing all academic programs while managing deans and department chairs. He balances university-wide needs through biweekly meetings, resolves escalated conflicts, represents Miami at state-level discussions, and guides initiatives like MiamiTHRIVE. Despite his crucial role in shaping academic programs and hiring faculty, most students remain unaware of the provost position and its significant impact on their educational experience.
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🏛️ Congressman Davidson shares military leadership wisdom with Miami students. At the International Leadership Conference, Rep. Warren Davidson led a workshop connecting his army experience to political leadership for 15 attendees. The Republican congressman, who represents Ohio's 8th district, emphasized planning while being adaptable to changing circumstances. Students identified key leadership traits including integrity, determination and unifying ability. The two-day conference featured additional workshops from notable leaders including a CIA chief of staff and Japanese consul general.
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🔫 Shots fired in Middletown neighborhood, police seek witnesses. Multiple gunshots were reported in the 700 block of Moore Street near Queen Avenue around 4:30 a.m. Saturday, according to Middletown police. Deputy Chief Malcolm Tipton confirmed shell casings were found at the scene, though no injuries were reported and no suspects have been identified. Police believe there is no immediate threat to the community but are actively investigating. Residents with information or video footage are urged to contact Detective Kristi Hughes as the investigation continues.
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