U. North Texas Appoints Ombuds and Expands Office

The University of North Texas has named Belinda K. Newman as its new Ombuds. With Newman's appointment on December 10, 2007, the UNT Office of the Ombuds will expand its service to include staff as well as faculty. Newman earned her bachelor's, masters and doctoral degrees from Texas A&M and has more than 25 years of higher education experience in Texas. Most recently, Newman served as provost of the Collin Community College District's Preston Ridge campus. Newman earned a mediation certificate from CDR Associates in Colorado and has experience in mediation and dispute resolution. She also has worked as a legislative aide and intern in the Texas Legislature. (UNT News.)