Simpson College names acting president after death of Jay Byers

YSU mourns loss of professor who died Tuesday

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) - A professor at Youngstown State University has passed away. A letter from YSU President Bill Johnson was sent to students and staff earlier on Wednesday, announcing Dr. Peter Reday's death. The letter indicates that Reday passed away Tuesday night following a medical emergency while teaching his class. "Dr. Reday was a kind soul, a veteran, someone who loved our university, and most importantly, someone who loved our st…

Simpson College president found dead in official residence last week

Simpson College President Jay Byers has died, college officials announced to campus and the public last week.

Simpson College board of trustees chair to serve as acting president

Simpson College in Indianola has announced board of trustees chair Terry Handley will step into the role of acting president after Jay Byers’ death late last week. According to a news release, Handley was unanimously chosen by the board’s executive…

Simpson College names acting president after death of Jay Byers

Simpson College has announced its acting president while its Board of Trustees searches for a permanent hire following the death of President Jay Byers.

Partners in Life and in Academia: Faculty couples around Simpson

Here at Simpson College, many students encounter professors in classrooms, offices and hallways, but there is another side to these professionals that not many people get to see. Let’s dive into the lives of Simpson faculty couples and explore what makes their relationships unique and meaningful on and off campus. Sal Myers & Brian Smith: The Journey of Sal Myers & Brian Smith Psychology professor Sal Myers and her partner, Brian Smith, an educa…

Simpson names Handley acting president

Simpson College board of trustees chair Terry Handley has been named the college’s acting president after the unexpected death of President Jay Byers on April 17. Handley, a 2009 Simpson alumnus, joined the college’s board in 2015 and has served as its chair since 2021. He retired as president and CEO of Casey’s General Stores Inc. in 2019,…