Northeast College Board of Trustees Holds Winter 2024 Meeting, Welcomes New Member
The Northeast College of Health Sciences Board of Trustees held its Winter 2024 meeting on March 1, welcoming most trustees virtually as well as bringing on a new member to the Board.
During the meeting, trustees heard reports from divisional committees. Among the updates, the Board focused on the progress of the launch of the College's inaugural undergraduate AAS programs in radiologic technology and diagnostic medical sonography, as well the proposed establishment of a new Long Island campus offering a branch of the College’s doctor of chiropractic program. The programs plan to seat their first classes in Fall 2024.
“This is an incredible milestone,” noted Northeast President Dr. Michael Mestan. “I am grateful for the unwavering support of our Board as we transform into a comprehensive college offering both renowned graduate programs as well as new, in-demand undergraduate health sciences degrees.”
The Board also received reports from the College's Faculty Senate and Student Government Association (SGA). Dr. Christopher Borgerding, associate professor, spoke as head of Faculty Senate, and updates from the SGA were delivered by the group’s Secretary/Treasurer Abshire Markham (D.C. ‘25).
Board Names New Trustee
During the meeting, trustees welcomed a new member to the Board, Ms. Abigail Carag. Ms. Carag is a senior vice president at Ogilvy Health Public Relations and has more than 15 years experience leading strategic, integrated marketing and communications for federal government, nonprofit and corporate organizations. She has worked with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the world's largest health care companies, digital health startups, and other health-focused organizations. Ms. Carag has a Master of Arts degree in health and digital communications from Johns Hopkins University and graduated from George Mason University with a Bachelor of Science degree in health science and a minor in business. This meeting marked her first meeting as a member of the Northeast College Board of Trustees.
In Memoriam
The Board of Trustees also held a moment of silence in honor of trustee Dr. Ray Tuck, who passed away in February. Dr. Tuck was a second-generation chiropractor, a leader in the field of chiropractic, and owned several chiropractic practices in southwest Virginia. “The loss of Ray from our Board is felt deeply, both personally and professionally” said Board Chair Dr. Rick Rosa. “He will be remembered and greatly missed.”
About the Board
The members of the Northeast Board of Trustees each bring deep experience in several diverse, key areas of professional expertise, including health sciences, education, financial management and marketing. The Board convenes three times a year to meet with senior leadership of the College, and is collectively dedicated to supporting the mission, values and strategic success of the College.