Anna Higgins
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Turning Energy Uncertainty into Strategic Success
Adam Kirk and Brian Whitlatch AEP Energy helps businesses stay ahead of volatility. COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, March 3, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Throughout Ohio, businesses and families are facing the uncertainty and financial pressure of rapidly rising energy costs. Demand for electricity and natural gas continues to grow, and the flexibility of the regional energy market can only provide so much protection from serious price swings.
IWP is lifting women up to help achieve goals and leadership potential
OPINION Anna Higgins, Guest columnist Published 8:00 a.m. CT June 6, 2020 Booker T. Washington, author of Up From Slavery, once noted that “Excellence is to do a common thing in an uncommon way.” Washington’s emphasis on the value of excellence was evident in all his work and accomplishments, whether as an educator or presidential advisor, and our nation has benefited by his contributions.
Owning Your Keys: The Technical and Human Side of Encryption
Ever wonder if your next doctor’s appointment will result in jail time? Luckily most of us never have to think about that. But LGBT Tech Executive Director Chris Wood says for people in countries where their truth is outlawed, the prospect of finding a trusted healthcare provider without encrypted messaging apps is worse than grim. It could be deadly. Efforts to weaken encryption threaten our ability to keep our most vulnerable communities safe online.
Transition from child to adult health services: A qualitative study of the views and experiences of families of young adults with intellectual disabilities
Aims and objectives To explore the experiences of the families of young adults with intellectual disabilities at the point of transition from child to adult health services. Background The population of people with intellectual disabilities is changing rapidly, with young people with increasingly complex needs surviving into adulthood and requiring transition from child to adult health services. Design An interpretative qualitative design.
IWP member helping female veterans escape homelessness
Anna Walker Higgins, Guest columnist Published 10:00 a.m. CT Sept. 1, 2019 As summer comes to a close, the Institute for Women in Politics of Northwest Florida (IWP) is gearing up for a promising new year full of education, empowerment, and inspiration for the women in our community. While IWP seeks to educate women on the political process and to help more women enter the political arena, we also strive to highlight the need for more women in community leadership roles.
PUBLIC EDITOR: Paper’s editing chain should be more adamant about enforcing baseline rules
There are a number of ways that a newspaper can establish credibility with its readers, but perhaps the most baseline of these ways is through having excellent grammar, spelling and streamlined style guidelines. The Cavalier Daily has its own style guide and trains its staff extensively in how to pursue these, but the paper and the Copy section should be more diligent in not letting simple mistakes slip through the cracks.
PUBLIC EDITOR: Give a new life to Love Connection to establish more engagement with the University community
Love Connection — The Cavalier Daily’s classic matchmaking feature — used to be a shining jewel in the paper’s Life section. However, both the graduations of major Love Connection writers like Alex Stock and Margaret Mason and the transition to a new website design has left the once-revered feature in the dust. Love Connection was not only fun but a way for the student body to engage with The Cavalier Daily in a light-hearted way.
PUBLIC EDITOR: Cavalier Daily should tell more multicultural organizations’ stories
The Cavalier Daily is in a unique position where it can promote coverage of multicultural organizations around Grounds based on their own merits — however, the paper unfortunately falls short in keeping up with the growing prominence of these groups. To better represent the activities of multicultural and minority organizations on the paper, The Cavalier Daily should designate a beat reporter for these organizations and pursue more features about their work and how it has grown over time.
Transitions from child to adult health care for young people with intellectual disabilities: A systematic review
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PUBLIC EDITOR: Social Media section should take greater care with corrections
The Social Media section plays a major role in disseminating Cavalier Daily articles — the majority of page views come from Facebook or Twitter links. However, the section can run more smoothly in cases of emergency and increase accountability among the readership by streamlining protocols and processes on corrections.
PUBLIC EDITOR: Social Media should take on a greater role in Cavalier Daily staff’s online engagement
As budding media professionals, student journalists often make a concerted effort to create an online persona to demonstrate their own abilities to engage with readers on multiple platforms. For example, during my time as News Editor of The Cavalier Daily two years ago, my co-editor and I required our writers to have a Twitter account to actively share their work and engage with other journalists.
PUBLIC EDITOR: Life section should reconsider columns, push for features
Currently, The Cavalier Daily’s Life section is slightly disjointed. Its major components include food, columns and features and it also used to be home to the pre-Tinder Love Connection series that sent students on blind dates (my column on that, however, will have to be for another day). When glancing through the Life section, its content does not seem to have a coherent theme.
PUBLIC EDITOR: Arts & Entertainment should more aggressively pursue the search for meaning in art
The Cavalier Daily’s Arts & Entertainment section has a specific ability that other sections don’t — its writers can tell deeply profound stories that come from the arts. The section should utilize this calling and follow the path its new column has forged to better serve its readers. A&E recently released a new column called in which Mark Felice — a fourth-year in the Architecture School and a Cavalier Daily Production Editor with a cinema affinity — delves into his favorite underrated movies.
PUBLIC EDITOR: Follow the money in news stories
Finance at the University — it’s a tricky puzzle that I’m convinced no one person really understands, but we all certainly try. Students, parents, alumni, faculty, staff, workers and administration all have thoughts on how we spend money here. The Cavalier Daily should strive to include money in more stories to bring financial issues to light and better create a dialogue around the University’s spending.
Former acting U.S. Attorney General talks ‘travel ban,’ alleged Russian collusion at Miller Center
Sally Yates, former acting U.S. Attorney General, spoke at the Miller Center Tuesday during a live taping of the center’s “American Forum” program. During the episode, titled “Standing Up to Donald Trump,” Yates talked about her time in the Department of Justice during both former President Barack Obama’s and current President Donald Trump’s administration with moderator Douglas Blackmon.
Charlottesville City Manager appoints interim police chief
Charlottesville City Manager Maurice Jones announced former Chesterfield County Police Chief Thierry Dupuis will serve as Charlottesville interim police chief, according to a Wednesday press release. Dupuis will begin his term starting Jan. 2.
BOV Committee on U.Va.’s College at Wise hears presentation on $15 million ‘Envisioning 2020’ plan
The Board of Visitors Committee on the University of Virginia’s College at Wise met Thursday morning to discuss the College at Wise’s $14.8 million “Envisioning 2020” plan as well as recruitment and branding efforts. The details the College at Wise’s proposals to bring on 110 more faculty and staff, increase student recruitment, add new undergraduate and graduate programs and earn accreditation for the school’s business program.
Students denounce ‘UVA White Student Union’ Facebook page
A Facebook page entitled “UVA White Student Union” appeared last Friday and has drawn student backlash on social media. It is currently unclear who exactly is running the Facebook page, but it appears to be similar to hoax pages that were created in 2015 by white supremacists who attempted to “troll” colleges and universities.
English Prof. John Casey accused of sexual harassment by former students
The University has opened a Title IX investigation after two former students have come forward and filed complaints about English Prof. John Casey, who they claim committed various forms of sexual and gender-based harassment when they were students at the University.
Five Guys employee charged with brandishing firearm at Newcomb Hall
The University Police Department arrested Aidan Fitzpatrick — a 21 year-old and now a former Five Guys employee in the Pavilion XI dining area — Tuesday evening after authorities say he displayed a weapon to both a Five Guys manager and employee. Police responded to a call around 6 p.m. Tuesday on the first floor of Newcomb Hall. Although Fitzpatrick had left Newcomb Hall before the police were called, he was arrested shortly afterwards for brandishing a firearm.
Democrats sweep statewide races
Democratic candidates swept Virginia’s statewide races Tuesday in a strong showing for the Democratic Party in some of the first major races held since President Donald Trump (R) took control of the White House last November. Democrat and current Lt. Gov. Ralph Northam defeated Republican Ed Gillespie to become Virginia’s next governor. Northam about 54 percent of the vote, while Gillespie received about 45 percent of the vote.
Police, scientist disprove murder conviction of former U.Va. student
Albemarle County Sheriff J.E. “Chip” Harding, forensic scientists Dr. J. Thomas McClintock and Richard L. Hudson, Jr., the former Detective Sergeant to Gov. Terry McAuliffe, held a press conference Wednesday afternoon to disprove the 1990 murder conviction of former University student and Jefferson Scholar Jens Soering. Soering was convicted for the 1985 murders of ex-girlfriend Elizabeth Haysom’s parents, Derek and Nancy Haysom. He is currently serving two life sentences.
Board of Visitors votes to remove Confederate plaques from Rotunda
The University’s Board of Visitors voted Friday to remove the Confederate plaques erected in 1903 on the Rotunda. The resolution called for the plaques to be moved to a location at the University where they can be viewed as artifacts. The Board also passed resolutions to designate the Academical Village as a facility and to enforce the University’s open flame policy.
Sullivan denounces covering of Jefferson statue
University President Teresa Sullivan sent two emails Wednesday — one to the University community and one to University alumni and donors — denouncing the covering of the Thomas Jefferson statue on the north side of the Rotunda Tuesday night. The emails come after and covered the Jefferson statue with a shroud. The protest led to one person’s arrest for public intoxication. In both emails, Sullivan said the University has since removed the covering.
Cavalier Daily poll shows students differ in opinions regarding BSA demands
The Cavalier Daily recently conducted a poll of University students to gather data on their thoughts concerning the recent white nationalist violence in Charlottesville, as well as the various responses of the University, city and student groups. The poll was sent to 6,102 students and had a response rate of 1,621. The data is weighted to reflect an accurate sample of the student population, weighted by race and in-state status.
Two men charged with assaulting Jason Kessler
Two men, Jeffrey Matthew Winder and Edgar Brandon Collins, have been arrested for charges of assault and battery of Jason Kessler, a pro-white activist and organizer of the “Unite the Right” rally, at his Aug. 13 press conference. Kessler as crowds shouted over his statements and eventually surrounded him. He was later escorted out of the downtown area. Videos showed one man — purportedly Winder — punching Kessler in the face before protesters chased Kessler out of the area in front of City Hall.
Charlottesville Mayor Mike Signer apologizes for actions, says he overstepped his role
Charlottesville Mayor Mike Signer apologized to his colleagues and the City of Charlottesville for his actions during the “deeply troubling and traumatizing recent weeks” following a closed City Council meeting that lasted over three hours. The meeting was called after a memo detailing concerns over preparation for the Aug. 12 “Unite the Right” rally and requesting a meeting with City Manager Maurice Jones to The Daily Progress and Richmond Times-Dispatch.
White nationalist Christopher Cantwell turns himself in after UPD obtains arrest warrants
Update: Christopher Cantwell turned himself into the Lynchburg Police Department Wednesday. White nationalist Christopher Cantwell has turned himself in after the University Police Department obtained arrest warrants related to the white nationalist torchlit march through Grounds on Aug. 11, which turned violent when white nationalists and counter-protesters clashed at the statue of Thomas Jefferson north of the Rotunda, resulting in numerous injuries.
U.Va. Police obtain arrest warrants for white nationalist Christopher Cantwell
The University Police Department has obtained arrests warrant for white nationalist Christopher Cantwell, according to a release issued Tuesday evening. The warrants are related to the white nationalist torchlit march through Grounds on Aug. 11, which turned violent when white nationalists and counter-protesters clashed at the statue of Thomas Jefferson north of the Rotunda, resulting in numerous injuries.
Second-year student Natalie Romero injured in Aug. 12 car attack
Second-year College student Natalie Romero sustained a skull fracture and other facial wounds after being hit by a car that plowed through a crowd of people protesting the “Unite the Right” rally in downtown Charlottesville Aug. 12. Romero was one of 30 people who were injured in the car attack, which also killed 32-year-old Heather Heyer. James Alex Fields, Jr., 20-year-old man from Ohio, is now facing several felony charges, including the second-degree murder.
Convocation speakers denounce recent violence, while students question U.Va.’s response to torchlit march
Convocation for the Class of 2021 began Sunday evening with a statement by University Dean of Students Allen Groves, who immediately addressed the violence in Charlottesville. “We are coming off a very difficult 10 days for community,” Groves said. “But this is a remarkably resilient assembly of staff, faculty, and students and we will come out stronger.” The Aug. 12 “Unite the Right” rally ultimately resulted in a car attack near the Downtown Mall killing and injuring 19 other people.
One person arrested at Wertland Block Party
According to the Charlottesville Police Department, only one arrest was made Saturday night during Block Party. Charlottesville Albemarle Rescue Squad also responded to only three calls throughout the night. The single arrest made was of a Charlottesville resident for the charge of public intoxication. The rescue calls were made for one fall and two cases of “excessive alcohol consumption.” Block Party is an annual event held by multiple student residents of Wertland and 14th Streets.
‘Unite The Right’ rally, protests in downtown Charlottesville turns deadly
Three people are dead and numerous others are injured after the “Unite The Right” rally Saturday. The day was anticipated to be tense, but turned violent as the rally drew hundreds of white nationalists and counter-demonstrators to downtown Charlottesville. Before the rally could start in Emancipation Park, however, police declared an unlawful assembly and people were forced to leave the area.
Homophobic, sexist, anti-white language abundant in Charlottesville vice mayor's tweets
This article contains language some may find offensive. All tweets attributed to Bellamy have been quoted as written. The article has been updated to note Bellamy is now on administrative leave from Albemarle County Public Schools. Charlottesville Vice Mayor Wes Bellamy published several tweets between 2009 and 2014 using gay slurs, comments against white people, lewd slang for female genitalia and other profanities.
One dead, 19 injured after car plows into crowd of counter-protesters following ‘Unite the Right’ rally
One person is dead and 19 people are injured after a car plowed through a crowd of counter-protesters in the aftermath of Saturday’s “Unite the Right” rally downtown. Charlottesville Police have arrested the driver, but have not released the man’s name. The injuries range from minor to life-threatening, according to Virginia State Police spokesperson Corinne Geller. She also said some of the injured refused to be transported.
Unity Cville hosts events promoting inclusion, diversity
Unity Cville, a group comprised of many local organizations, chapters and businesses, hosted a series of events Saturday to promote open, hate-free environments in light of the Ku Klux Klan rally held in Justice Park. The events ranged from an informational session on the history and context of white supremacist groups in the U.S. and Charlottesville to a community potluck lunch.
North Korea responds to Warmbier death
A spokesperson for North Korea’s Foreign Ministry released a statement Friday claiming North Korea is a victim of a U.S. smear campaign in the death of University student Otto Warmbier. The statement also claimed North Korea did not cause his medical condition and coma through beatings and torture, but that the country had taken care of him while he was in custody and “brought him back alive.” According to the statement, North Korea does not know the cause of Warmbier’s death.
Phi Kappa Psi settles with Rolling Stone
The University chapter of Phi Kappa Psi has reached a settlement in its lawsuit against Rolling Stone, Wenner Media Inc. and Sabrina Rubin Erdely, according to fraternity spokesperson Brian Ellis. According to NBC29, the fraternity won $1.65 million. Its original lawsuit asked for $25 million. According to Ellis’s release, the fraternity plans to put some of the money won in the case towards sexual assault awareness education, prevention and services for victims of sexual assault.
Board of Visitors Advancement Committee hears reports on fundraising
Peter M. Grant II was recognized by the Board of Visitors Advancement Committee as the new Third Century Campaign chair Friday. The Advancement Committee also heard presentations and reports on fundraising, GivingToHoosDay and the Nudge4 Solutions Lab run by the Curry School. Grant, originally chosen for the position in April, will spearhead the Third Century Campaign, a fundraising effort to further the University’s success after its bicentennial.
Board of Visitors elects Murray as new vice rector
The Board of Visitors began their June meeting Thursday in which they elected James B. Murray Jr. as the new vice rector. The Academic and Student Life Committee also established pan-University institutes, a new professorship and a new degree program during its meeting, while the Audit, Compliance and Risk Committee passed its audit plan for the 2018-19 fiscal year. Murray’s election follows current Vice Rector Frank M. Conner III’s ascension to the rector role as Rector William H.
Rector William Goodwin Jr. not reappointed to Board of Visitors
Gov. Terry McAuliffe (D) announced appointments to the University’s Board of Visitors on Friday, with current Rector William H. Goodwin Jr. absent from the list. Board members Kevin Fay and Frank Genovese were also not reappointed, while John Griffin was chosen to return to the Board until 2021. Goodwin was already in talks to step down as the rector of the Board of Visitors, but was still eligible to serve as a normal member on the Board for another four-year term. Former Gov.
Police investigating several bomb threats at U.Va.
The University Police Department is investigating multiple bomb threats aimed at several University buildings. The threats were conveyed through letters electronically sent to University printers, according to a press release from by Crime Prevention Coordinator Ben Rexrode. “The sender(s) are currently unknown,” Rexrode said.
Rising second-year student passes away
Rising second-year Nursing student Jessica Alston has passed away, according to an email sent to the University community by Dean of Students Allen Groves just after 6 p.m. Tuesday evening. She was from Virginia Beach, Va. As a Nursing student, Alston was interested in working in neonatal and labor and delivery nursing. “Those who knew Jessica have said her kind, calm and reassuring manner would have made her a perfect nurse,” Groves said in the email.
Colombian President speaks at valediction ceremony
Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos addressed the Class of 2017 Friday at the Valedictory Exercises in a speech on failure and perseverance. The ceremony also featured the presentation of the class gift and several awards. Although the ceremony was originally scheduled to take place on the Lawn, it was moved to John Paul Jones Arena due to inclement weather. Attendees filled the lower level and floor level seats in the arena.
The man behind the voice of the Cavaliers
A group of volunteers stood in the parking lot at the trails of the Ragged Mountain Natural Area on a Saturday morning. Each had a sleepy enthusiasm — everyone had willingly come to trailblaze, but the early hour wore on some volunteers’ energies. However, one particular member brought a wide grin and booming voice to the group. Dave Koehn, the director of broadcasting for Virginia Sports Properties, doesn’t just bring his booming voice to everyday activities.
City, U.Va. leaders condemn white supremacist torchlit rally
A group of protesters held a demonstration in Lee Park Saturday night against the removal of the Robert E. Lee statue. The protesters carried torches and have drawn criticism from Charlottesville and University leaders, some of whom have compared it to a Ku Klux Klan rally. In photos posted to Twitter, white nationalist “alt-right” leader and University alumnus Richard Spencer appeared to be in attendance at the torchlit event. Local blogger Jason Kessler also posted tweets about the event.
Excel Inn and Suites catches fire
The Excel Inn and Suites on Emmet Street caught on fire Thursday afternoon. Fire crews responded to the scene just after it was reported around 4 p.m. Firefighters were stationed on either side of the building both on Emmet Street and on Carr’s Hill Field. The fire also visibly spread as flames appeared out of a side annex of the building. Guests were evacuated from the hotel and the cause of the fire is currently unknown.
Eramo's defamation suit against Rolling Stone comes to a settlement
Former Assoc. Dean of Students Nicole Eramo has reached a settlement with Rolling Stone magazine, writer Sabrina Rubin Erdely and Wenner Media Inc., BuzzFeed News reported early Tuesday evening. Eramo filed a motion for voluntary dismissal of her defamation lawsuit on Tuesday. According to court documents, the defendants did not object to the request.
Perriello discusses college affordability, executive order, gubernatorial race
Tom Perriello, a gubernatorial candidate campaigning for the Democratic Party’s nomination, sat down with The Cavalier Daily Thursday to discuss his goals for college affordability, President Donald Trump’s executive order and campaigning. Perriello previously served as the U.S. Representative for Virginia’s fifth district from 2009 to 2011.
Jury yet to reach verdict in Rolling Stone trial
After a full day of deliberation, the jury in former Associate Dean Nicole Eramo’s $7.5 million defamation suit against Rolling Stone Magazine, writer Sabrina Rubin Erdely and Wenner Media, Inc. went home Wednesday evening and will continue their discussions Thursday. The trial — which began Oct. 17 — focuses on Eramo’s claim that Erdely’s article, “A Rape on Campus,” falsely depicted her as uncaring and indifferent towards sexual assault survivors.
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