Governor McAuliffe Announces Administration Appointments

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RICHMOND – Governor Terry McAuliffe announced additional appointments to his administration. The appointees will join McAuliffe’s administration focused on finding common ground with members of both parties on issues that will grow Virginia’s economy and create more jobs across the Commonwealth.

Office of the Governor

Carrie Henderson Caumont, Director of Scheduling

Carrie served as the Executive Scheduler to the President of University of Richmond for the past six years. Previously, Carrie served in the scheduling office for Governors Mark Warner and Tim Kaine. Carrie earned her B.A. from James Madison University.  She is a native of Richmond and resides in Glen Allen with her family. 

Secretariat of Education

SOL Innovation Committee

·        Grace Chung Becker of Fairfax, Parent, Fairfax County Public Schools

·        Susanna Burgos of Newport News, Teacher, Newport News Public Schools

·       Kim Paddison Dockery, EdD of Fairfax, Assistant Superintendent for Special Services, Fairfax County Public Schools

Secretariat of the Commonwealth

Board Appointments

Advisory Board on Genetic Counseling

·       Heather A. Creswick, MS, CGC of Richmond, Genetic Counselor, Clinical Faculty, Genetic Counseling Training Program, Virginia Commonwealth University

·       Marilyn Jerome Foust, MD of McLean, Foxhall OB/GYN Associates, P.C., Washington, DC

·       John M. Quillin, PhD, MPH, MS of Mechanicsville, Genetic Counselor, Assistant Professor, Human and Molecular Genetics, Family Medicine and Population Health,  Virginia Commonwealth University             

·       Lori Swain of Alexandria, Executive Director, National Cancer Registrars Association

·       Matthew J. Thomas, ScM, CGC of Charlottesville, Genetic Counselor, Division of Genetics, Department of Pediatrics, University of Virginia School of Medicine

Advisory Board on Respiratory Care

·       Sherry Compton of Mechanicsville, Distance Education Coordinator, J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

·       Lois A. Rowland, MSc, RRT-NPS of Midlothian,  Director of Respiratory Care and Pulmonary Lab Services, Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center

·       Daniel Rowley* MSc, RRT-ACCS, NPS, RPFT, FAARC of Charlottesville, Therapy Services Coordinator, Pulmonary Diagnostics & Respiratory Therapy Services, University of Virginia Health System

·       Bruce K. Rubin, MD, MBA, FRCPC of Henrico, Jessie Ball duPont Distinguished Professor and Chair, Dept. of Pediatrics, Professor of Biomedical Engineering Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine Physician in Chief, Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU

Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers and Landscape Architects

·       Chris Stone of Virginia Beach, President, Clark Nexsen

Board of Medicine

·       The Honorable Jasmine Gore of Hopewell, Vice-Mayor, City of Hopewell

Board of Physical Therapy

·       Sarah C. Schmidt of Palmyra, Physical Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapy @ACAC, Charlottesville

Commonwealth Neurotrauma Initiative Advisory Board

·       Scott Dickens of Richmond, President & CEO, Rocket Pop Media

Council on Aging

·       Valerie L’Herrou, JD of Richmond, Director of Public Sector Career Development, University of Richmond School of Law

·       Shewling Moy of Virginia Beach, Commissioner, Development Authority; Realtor; Former Registered Nurse

·       Roberto Quinones* of McLean, Executive Director, UNITY – Journalists for Diversity; former Senior Development Officer, Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute

·       Veronica E. Williams, JD of Hampton, Owner, Virginia LifeCare Planning, The Center for Elder Law & Estate Planning

·       Dr. Sandra Williamson-Ashe of Chesapeake, Assistant Professor, The Ethelyn R. Strong School of Social Work, Norfolk State University

Criminal Justice Services Board

·       John Anthony Manuel Boneta of Vienna, Managing and Founding Partner, Law Offices of John A. Boneta & Associates, PLLC

·       Jeffrey S. Brown* of Disputanta, Director of Public Safety, Chief of Police, Hampden-Sydney College

·       The Honorable Vanessa Reese Crawford of Petersburg, Sheriff, City of Petersburg

·       The Honorable Michelle R. Mosby of Richmond, Member, Richmond City Council, 9^thDistrict

·       Kevin Pittman of Manassas, Deputy Sheriff, Fairfax County

·       Bobby Russell* of Roanoke, Superintendent, Western Regional Jail

·       The Honorable Kelvin L. Wright of Chesapeake, Chief of Police

·       Stephanie M. Wright, MSW of Alexandria, Co-Founder of Together We Bake, a nonprofit designed to serve women in need who are transitioning from the corrections system

Governor’s Advisory Council on Revenue Estimates

·       Nancy Howell Agee of Salem, President and CEO, Carilion Clinic

·       Scott Blackley of Leesburg, Executive Vice President – Controller and Principal Accounting Officer, Capital One

·       William G. Crutchfield of Charlottesville, Founder & CEO, Crutchfield Corporation

·       Albert J. Dwoskin of McLean, President and CEO, A.J. Dwoskin & Associates, Inc.

·       Thomas Farrell* of Richmond, Chairman, President & CEO, Dominion Resources, Inc.

·       B. Keith (BK) Fulton* of Richmond, Vice President, Mid-Atlantic Region, Verizon Communications

·       William M. Grace* of Yorktown, President and CEO, Grace Industries, Inc.

·       Robert D. Hardie* of Charlottesville, Managing Director, Level One Partners, LLC

·       James A. Hixon* of Norfolk, Executive Vice President, Law and Corporate Relations, Norfolk Southern Corporation

·       C. Burke King* of Richmond, President, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

·       Jeffrey M. Lacker* of Richmond, President, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

·       Robin S. Lineberger of McLean, Principal, Deloitte Aerospace & Defense

·       Stephen C. Movius of Falls Church, Corporate Vice President and Treasurer, Northrop Grumman Corporation

·       Jonas E. Neihardt* of Alexandria, Senior Vice President, Government Affairs, Hilton Worldwide

·       Mike Petters* of Newport News, President & CEO, Huntington Ingalls Industries

·       C. Larry Pope of Williamsburg, President and CEO, Smithfield Foods, Inc.

·       Mitchell N. Schear of Arlington, President, Vornado/Charles E. Smith

·       The Honorable Jody Wagner of Virginia Beach, President, Jody’s Inc.

Governor’s Task Force for Local Government Mandates

·       The Honorable Mimi Milner Elrod, PhD of Lexington, Mayor, City of Lexington

·       Gary Larrowe of Woodlawn, County Administrator, Carroll County

·       Marcus J. Newsome, EdD of Chesterfield, Superintendent, Chesterfield County Public Schools

·       Wyatt Shields of Falls Church, City Manager, City of Falls Church

·       The Honorable George E. Wallace of Hampton, Mayor, City of Hampton

University of Mary Washington Board of Visitors

·       Carlos Del Toro of Stafford, President and CEO of SBG Technology Solutions, Inc.

Virginia Cave Board

·       Michele Baird* of Virginia Beach, Astronomy Teacher, Granby High School

·       David Ek of Catlett, Environmental Planner, Fauquier County

·       Steve Lindeman* of Saltville, Land Protection Program Manager, The Nature Conservancy of Virginia

Virginia Port Authority

·       Deborah C. Waters of Suffolk, Attorney at Law and Proctor in Admiralty

Virginia Public School Authority Board of Commissioners

·       Walt Mika of Fairfax, Retired Teacher

*Denotes reappointment

Two Virginia Universities in Top Five of Kiplinger’s “Best Values in Public Colleges” Rankings

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UVa Remains 2nd in Nation; William and Mary Keeps Number 4 Ranking

James Madison, Virginia Tech, Mary Washington, George Mason, and Christopher Newport Included in the Top 100

RICHMOND – Two Virginia public universities are ranked in the Top 5 of Kiplinger Magazine’s annual ranking of the “Best Values in Public Colleges.” The University of Virginia was ranked second, while The College of William and Mary stayed at number four.  Five other Virginia universities also ranked in the magazine’s top 100, including James Madison University (22), Virginia Tech (27), The University of Mary Washington (61), George Mason University (72), and Christopher Newport University (84).

Speaking about the rankings, Governor McDonnell said, “Once again, Kiplinger saw what Virginians have long known: our colleges and universities provide world-class educations while keeping higher education affordable. Kiplinger specifically noted that UVa has the highest four year graduation rate on its list and the second lowest in-state cost, an average of $5,070 after need based aid is applied. This further demonstrates our commitment to making higher education more affordable and accessible. Over the past four years we have put nearly $600 million in new funding into higher education, including the $183.1 million for fiscal year 2015/2016; we know that helping Virginia students access our great colleges and universities is crucial to their future professional success and the future prosperity of our Commonwealth. Over the next few years we will continue our commitment to higher education by including over $183.1 million in the upcoming biennial budget to ensure that the nation’s best higher education system is even more affordable and accessible for Virginia students.”

The entire Kiplinger ranking is available online here.

The governor’s proposed funding for higher education in the upcoming biennial budget was announced earlier today and can be found here.

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Governor McDonnell Announces General Tickets Now Available for Governor’s Holiday Hoops Classic

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Tickets available on ticketmaster.com or by phone at 1-800-745-3000

Featuring: JMU vs. Hampton and Virginia Tech vs. VCU

RICHMOND - Governor Bob McDonnell today announced Governor's Holiday Hoops classic tickets are now available for purchase onticketmaster.com and by phone at 1-800-745-3000. The 2013 Classic will be held on Saturday, December 21^st at the Richmond Coliseum. The Classic will feature a men's basketball double-header with the Dukes of James Madison University taking on the Pirates of Hampton University at 3 p.m. and the Virginia Tech Hokies matching up with the VCU Rams at5:30 p.m.

Tickets for the double-header had previously only been on sale through the box offices of the participating universities. Now, fans can purchase tickets directly through the Richmond Coliseum and Ticketmaster. Information about how to purchase a ticket to both games can be found below. In addition to the games, the Classic is a major food and fundraiser for Virginia's Food Banks. Detailed information regarding the food drive is also below. The Classic will be telecast live nationally on the NBCSN.

“I am pleased to announce that general tickets for the second edition of the ‘Governor's Holiday Hoops Classic’ on December 21^st at the Richmond Coliseum are now available from Ticketmaster,” said Governor McDonnell. “The double header will feature four of Virginia's top basketball programs in an exciting and spirited double-header. With one ticket, fans will be able to watch JMU and Hampton at 3 p.m., followed by Virginia Tech and VCU at 5:30 p.m.  It’s going to be an afternoon and evening of tremendous basketball featuring in-state rivalries. I hope Virginians from all across the state will join us at the Coliseum on December 21^st.”

Governor McDonnell continued, “In addition to watching some great basketball, I hope fans will also consider supporting the cause of the classic through a donation to Virginia's Food Banks. I encourage all students, faculty, staff, and fans to consider making a food or financial donation on behalf of their participating university in the food drive competition.”

Governor-elect Terry McAuliffe added, “I am looking forward to joining Governor McDonnell at the Governor’s Holiday Hoops Classic, a must-attend event for Virginians who love college basketball and want to lend a hand to families in need. I hope every Virginian will show their support by attending these great games and making a donation to help Virginia food banks in their mission to end hunger this holiday season.”

Virginians are encouraged to make donations in support of their participating university here: http://www.governor.virginia.gov/governorsClassic/.

   

The 2013 Governor's Holiday Hoops Classic is the second installation of the Classic. In 2012, a doubleheader featured Richmond against George Mason and UVA against Old Dominion.

INFORMATION ABOUT THE 2013 GOVERNOR'S HOLIDAY HOOPS CLASSIC

The Matchups

Saturday, December 21st at the Richmond Coliseum

3:00 p.m. James Madison University vs. Hampton University

5:30 p.m. Virginia Tech vs. Virginia Commonwealth University

Tickets

Tickets for the event are on sale NOW through Ticketmaster.

Ticket Prices

Club Seats $70                                      

Lower Bowl $50

Upper Bowl $35

300 Level $20

Student Floor $10

One ticket is good for admission to both games of the doubleheader. Doors open one hour prior to the start of the first game.

The Classic Website

Fans are encouraged to visit www.Governor.Virginia.Gov/GovernorsClassic for the latest information on the 2013 Governor's Holiday Hoops Classic games.

NBCSN

Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell announced in 2012 that college basketball fans nationwide will be able to watch the 2012 and 2013 “Governor's Holiday Hoops Classic.” NBCSN will again telecast the 2013 doubleheader basketball games live from the Richmond Coliseum.

NBCSN, part of the NBC Sports Group, is dedicated to serving passionate sports fans. Now in more than 80 million homes, the Emmy Award-winning network is the cable television home of the Summer and Winter Olympics, National Hockey League (NHL), Premier League, Formula One, Major League Soccer (MLS), IZOD IndyCar Series, Tour de France, and beginning in 2015, NASCAR. In addition, NBCSN features college football, college basketball, college hockey, cycling, outdoor programming, horse racing surrounding the Triple Crown  and Breeders' Cup, Fight Night boxing, Ironman, the Dew Action Sports Tour and USA Sevens Rugby. The network is also home to original programs such asCostas Tonight, NFL Turning Point, Pro Football Talk, and The Dan Patrick Show. NBCSN is distributed via cable systems and satellite operators throughout the United States.

Cause of the Classic

Virginians are encouraged to make donations, here:http://www.governor.virginia.gov/governorsClassic/.

At the end of the food drive, Virginia's food banks will tally up the food and funds received, and the winners for each matchup will be announced on December 21st. Fans can donate on campus or online to support their institutions bid to raise the most food in support of the Federation of Virginia Food Banks.

The Federation of Virginia Food Banks is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit state association of food banks affiliated with Feeding America. Composed of the seven regional Virginia/Washington DC food banks, the Federation supports the food banks in providing food, funding, education, advocacy and awareness services and programs throughout the Commonwealth. The Federation is the largest hunger-relief network in the state, serving over 1,012,500 Virginians last year. Last year, the Federation of Virginia Food Banks distributed over 108 million pounds of food and grocery product.

The Governor's Holiday Hoops Classic is made possible by the generous support of the following event sponsors:

Alpha Natural Resources

Bank of America

BonSecours Richmond Health System

CarMax

Comcast

Dominion

Health Diagnostic Laboratory, Inc.

Intuit

MeadWestvaco

Newport News Shipbuilding

Pepsi

Ukrop's Homestyle Foods

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Statement of Governor Bob McDonnell on Virginia College Rankings in Princeton Review’s Best Value Colleges for 2013

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University of Virginia Ranked Nation’s “Best Value College”; William & Mary Ranked #4

Nine Virginia Schools Make List

RICHMOND – Governor Bob McDonnell issued the following statement today regarding the Princeton Review’s release of the “Best Value Colleges for 2013.”  Among the 75 best public colleges, the University of Virginia is ranked No. 1 and the College of William and Mary No. 4.  Christopher Newport University, George Mason University, James Madison University, Longwood University, Radford University, and Virginia Tech are also on the list.  The University of Richmond is on the list of private colleges.  The Princeton Review rankings are based on 30 data points covering academics, costs and financial aid, as well as the percentage of graduating seniors who borrowed from any loan program and the average debt those students had at graduation.

“We continue to see Virginia’s public and private colleges lead the rankings of top colleges and universities nationwide.  That is because we truly have one of the best higher education systems in the world.  I want to congratulate the University of Virginia and the College of William and Mary for their number one and number four rankings respectively, as well as the nine total Virginia schools who were ranked among the best value colleges in the nation.  Over the last three years, we have strived to increase access to a top-quality education in Virginia while making sure our students are adequately prepared for the top-jobs of tomorrow by placing a greater a greater emphasis on the high demand subjects of science, technology, engineering and math.  At the same time, through reform-based investments we have worked to get tuition increases in check and reduce the cost of higher education for Virginia’s students.  In all, we have invested close to $400 million into higher education and undergraduate enrollment at our public and private institutions have increased by 17,000 students. We continue to work to ensure that Virginia’s colleges are more affordable and accessible for our students, and we are seeing the results of this work in rankings such as these.”

The full list of “Best Value Colleges for 2013” is available at http://www.princetonreview.com/best-value-colleges.aspx.