(BLACK PR WIRE) – MIAMI GARDENS, FL [September 17, 2013] – Continuing in the pursuit of excellence, Florida Memorial University (FMU) proudly welcomes four new members to the institution’s Board of Trustees.

“With great dedication and determination, Florida Memorial University is committed to empowering our students to succeed,” said Charles George, chairman of the Board of Trustees. “We are honored to have such an esteemed group of community leaders to join us as we plan for our future with great success.”

Newly appointed Board of Trustees members include (in alpha order):

Ms. Vie’ra Galloway, a senior at FMU and the president of the Student Government Association. Ms. Galloway is a native of the Caribbean Island Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis. She is currently seeking a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications with a concentration in Broadcast Media. Additionally, Ms. Galloway is a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society, and most noted, an appointed member of the Independent Colleges and Universities Presidential Fellows Program, whose advocacy includes securing the FRAG for students. Ms. Galloway is the Managing Editor of The Lion’s Tale, the official newspaper of Florida Memorial University.

Ms. Virginia P. Hayes, a seasoned business professional with over 20 years of knowledge in executive support and office system management. She currently serves as the president of the Women’s Auxiliary for the Florida General Baptist Convention, Inc. She also serves as a financial advisor (contractor) for the Mills Child Development Center, a Baptist-affiliated private school serving pre-kindergarten through fourth grade. Ms. Hayes holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business and Accounting from Rollins College and a Bachelor of Science degree in Paralegal Studies from Kaplan University.

Mr. William C. McCormick, Jr. is currently the CEO of two successful organizations in Sunrise, Florida: 4KUS Consulting Group, a national healthcare and general pharmaceutical consulting firm; and Medivance Billing Service, one of south Florida’s largest African-American owned and operated businesses with customers in multiple states. He brings to the Board of Trustees a wealth of sales and operations expertise. Mr. McCormick has a rich background in managing and growing businesses in various industries. His dedication to service quality and superior leadership will be a great asset. As a former NAACP President, Mr. McCormick truly understands what it takes to be an advocate for others and is willing to go the extra mile to ensure satisfaction. Mr. McCormick earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Florida Memorial University in Business Management and his Masters of Business Administration from Colorado Technical University.

Mr. Sergio Pereira is currently the President of Meridian International Group, Inc. He has held a long career in government throughout south Florida and the country. Mr. Pereira served as the Miami-Dade County Manager, the City of Miami Manager and was appointed by President Jimmy Carter as his special advisor for the refugee matter. Mr. Pereira is also Vice Chairperson of the Little Havana Activities and Nutrition Centers, and serves on the Board of Directors for the Nat Moore Foundation and the South Florida Golf Foundation.

Located in the City of Miami Gardens, Florida Memorial University is a private, historically Black institution offering 42 undergraduate degree programs and four graduate degree programs to a culturally diverse student body. Since its inception in 1879, the University has upheld a commitment to providing a solid foundation for thousands of young people and opening doors to educational opportunities that may have otherwise been closed to them. As South Florida’s only Historically Black College or University (HBCU), it is widely recognized for being the birthplace of the Negro National Anthem, “Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing.” For more information about Florida Memorial University, visit www.fmuniv.edu.