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Cl a ss No t e s Byron Grandy ’85, was promoted to vice president and general manager of Nexstar Broadcasting Inc. operations in Denver, CO. The accomplished media industry executive brings 35 years of station and news management experience to lead KDVR-TV, KWGN-TV and related websites and mobile applications. Randall Langston ’94, has been selected to lead the University of Central Missouri’s student recruitment efforts in his new role as executive vice provost for enrollment management. Langston previously served at Texas Woman’s University as vice president for enrollment management.
Tomeka Moses Herod ’94, was appointed by Governor Greg Abbott to the Texas Medical Board. Residing in Allen, Herod is president of The Wilkins Group, Inc. She is a member of Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO), Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce, and the Dallas/ Fort Worth Minority Business Council. Jerry McGinty ’94, has been named director of the Legislative Budget Board, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick
and Texas House Speaker Dennis Bonnen confirmed. McGinty has been at TDCJ for 28 years holding several positions before becoming CFO, including Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Budget Director and Senior Budget Analyst. Donald Bowers ’10, was recognized by Mayor Turner at the 3rd Annual Mayor’s History Makers Awards for his commitment to making a difference in the Houston community. He was nominated for the honor by the Houston East End Chamber. Ann Lalime ’12, PhD, was named the new
Commit in 2020 with a membership in the SHSU Alumni Association. There is no better way to stay connected to Sam Houston. Keep campus history and tradition alive, support student scholarship and enjoy the many exclusive benefits of membership.
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