Millikin names dean of International Education
DECATUR — Maret Matthew has been named Millikin University’s dean of International Education.
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Matthew will oversee Millikin’s Center for International Education, the recruitment process for international students, and is responsible for fostering an organizational culture and climate that fully supports global education.
The dean of International Education is a new position at Millikin after a restructuring of international student recruitment following the retirement of International Enrollment Director Carmen Aravena. A search is underway to fill the director of international recruitment position.
“I am very excited about this opportunity to help grow and expand Millikin’s international student population. I hope to diversify the countries our international students come from, and I want to increase the support available to students and faculty who want to study and teach abroad,” Matthew said.
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Matthew comes to Millikin after serving as assistant director of International Enrollment Management and Global Operation at the College of Southern Nevada, where she oversaw the international student application process.
First Mid Bancshares named top performer
MATTOON – First Mid Bancshares, Inc., the holding company for First Mid Bank & Trust, has been named a 2024 Bank & Thrift Sm-All Star by Piper Sandler, a prestigious honor recognizing top-performing banks in the small cap segment.
This distinction places First Mid among an elite group of 30 financial institutions across the country, showcasing its exceptional performance and commitment to delivering value to its customers, shareholders, and communities.
This year’s class admits eight new members and welcomes back 22 alumni. The objective of the Sm-All Stars is to identify the top performing small-cap banks and thrifts in the country. The designation is awarded based on a rigorous evaluation of key financial metrics, including profitability, growth, credit quality, and capital strength.
“We are thrilled to be recognized by Piper Sandler as a top-performing bank,” said Matt Smith, chief financial officer at First Mid. “This achievement is a testament to our team’s dedication to providing outstanding service, innovative financial solutions, and sustainable growth for our clients and shareholders. We remain focused on building strong relationships and supporting the economic vitality of the communities we serve.”
Shelby Electric team wins lineworker’s rodeo
SPRINGFIELD – Shelby Electric Cooperative line personnel Dalton Brown, Brian Chevalier and Jamie Sharp emerged as the team winner in the annual Lineworker’s Safety Rodeo coordinated by the Association of Illinois Electric Cooperatives.
A second Shelby Electric team consisting of Wyatt Fox, Cade Helton and Adam Hudson earned third place in the 40-foot climb. Shelby Electric’s Luke Brown also competed.
Fifteen teams from 12 electric co-ops and one municipal electric utility participated in the friendly competition, along with seven others competing individually. The rodeo highlights the skills lineworkers use to work safely and efficiently.
Line personnel competed in a series of team and individual events including the 40-foot climb, hurt man rescue and crossarm change. The cutout change was a team event, and the day concluded with a head-to-head climbing challenge.
Scores for each event are based on completion time, proper execution of the task and safety.
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