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Biloxi native Dr. Xavier Cole selected as Loyola University New Orleans president

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2 years ago

March 24, 2023

Biloxi native Dr. Xavier Cole has been named the newest president at Loyola University in New Orleans.

The private Jesuit university made the announcement official through a video message Thursday.

“I am so honored and excited to be named the next president of Loyola University New Orleans,” Cole said. “I see my role at Loyola New Orleans as an opportunity to work intentionally with a world-class faculty and staff to help form the next generation of ethical and moral leaders.”

Cole has spent time as an administrator at multiple Jesuit institutions, most recently serving as vice president of student affairs at Marquette University. At Marquette, Cole helped further access and engagement initiatives for African American, Hispanic, and LGBTQ+ students. He also won praise for chairing the school’s COVID-19 Response Team.

Cole, who has earned degrees from the University of Mississippi, Miami University (Ohio), and the University of Pennsylvania, begins as Loyola’s 18th…

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By: J.T. Mitchell
Title: Biloxi native Dr. Xavier Cole selected as Loyola University New Orleans president
Sourced From: www.supertalk.fm/biloxi-native-dr-xavier-cole-selected-as-loyola-university-new-orleans-president/
Published Date: Fri, 24 Mar 2023 14:51:18 +0000

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Trump says he will issue an executive order Monday to get TikTok back up

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3 days ago

January 19, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2025-01-19 09:20:00

SUMMARY: President-elect Donald Trump announced that he will issue an executive order on Monday to extend the deadline for TikTok’s China-based parent company, ByteDance, to find an approved U.S. buyer. This decision follows the removal of TikTok from app stores due to a federal law requiring ByteDance to sell its U.S. operations or face a ban, citing national security concerns. Trump’s order would delay the law’s restrictions, offering ByteDance more time to negotiate a sale. Despite challenges, including TikTok’s legal disputes, Trump emphasized the app’s potential value and the importance of keeping it operational in the U.S.

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: January 17-19

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5 days ago

January 17, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-01-17 07:20:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (January 17-19), Mississippi offers a variety of events. Highlights include the JSU Tiger Parade of Champions in Jackson, Fleet Feet Coffee Run, and several Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations. The Bridgid Ferguson Trio and Storytelling Festival also take place in Jackson, along with exhibits like “Of Salt and Spirit.” In Vicksburg, enjoy the Winter Youth Rodeo and Peruvian Delights Wine Dinner, while Natchez hosts a Krewe of Phoenix Ball and a Farmers Market. The Pine Belt features Artrageous in Hattiesburg and karaoke in Laurel. Other events include jazz, comedy, and live performances across the region.

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Biden to address the nation days before Trump's inauguration

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7 days ago

January 15, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2025-01-15 10:43:00

SUMMARY: Joe Biden’s presidency aimed to “restore the soul” of America post-Trump, but despite bipartisan legislative successes and international alliances, he struggled to change the political landscape. Four years after defeating Trump, Biden faced electoral defeat as Trump made a political comeback. Polls show only a quarter view Biden favorably, even lower than Trump during his presidency. Although Biden touted achievements in infrastructure and economic recovery, rising costs and inflation eroded public support. As he prepares to leave office, questions persist about his legacy and the permanence of the political shift towards populism, leaving Biden’s ambitions unfulfilled.

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