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(June <\/strong><strong>10<\/strong><strong>, 2025)<\/strong> \u2014 Hampton University is proud to announce the appointment of two distinguished professionals to its Board of Trustees: Dr. Daniel I. Linzer, President and CEO of the Research Corporation for Science Advancement, and Mr. Tyson Anwar Pratcher \u201997, Senior Managing Director at Artemis Real Estate Partners. The new appointments reflect Hampton\u2019s ongoing commitment to expanding the expertise and reach of its governing body, as the university continues to implement <em>Elevating Hampton Excellence<\/em>, its 10-year strategic plan.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAs Hampton positions itself for an ambitious future rooted in research, innovation, and inclusive growth, the expansion of our board with leaders like Dr. Linzer and Mr. Pratcher signals the breadth of our vision,\u201d said Hampton University President Darrell K. Williams. \u201cTheir global experience in science, philanthropy, and investment aligns directly with our bold aspirations\u2014especially as we build the foundation to achieve R1 designation and long-term institutional sustainability.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Board Bench Strength Reflects Strategic Priorities<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/home.hamptonu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Dr.-Daniel-Linzer-631x630.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23350\" style=\"width:213px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dr. Daniel I. Linzer<\/strong>, a renowned molecular biologist, currently serves as President of the Research Corporation for Science Advancement (RCSA)\u2014one of the oldest private foundations in the United States dedicated to advancing early-stage, high-impact scientific research. Under his leadership, the foundation has expanded innovative initiatives such as Scialog, which brings together early-career scientists to collaborate on pressing global challenges in fields like energy, sustainability, and astrobiology.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before leading RCSA, Dr. Linzer spent more than 30 years at Northwestern University, where he held influential academic leadership roles including Provost and Dean of the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences. During his tenure, he championed interdisciplinary collaboration, expanded research infrastructure, and led transformative faculty hires that elevated Northwestern\u2019s national profile as a research institution.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A respected scholar in the field of hormone action, Dr. Linzer\u2019s scientific contributions have been widely published and supported by major research agencies, including the National Institutes of Health. His appointment to Hampton\u2019s Board of Trustees brings strategic insight into science leadership, research development, and philanthropy\u2014critical areas as the university pursues R1 designation and invests in academic excellence.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/home.hamptonu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image004.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23348\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tyson Anwar Pratcher, Esq. \u201997<\/strong>, a Hampton alumnus, is a nationally recognized investment executive with a dynamic portfolio of leadership roles across public and private sectors. He currently serves as a senior leader at Artemis Real Estate Partners, a $10 billion real estate firm known for advancing innovative investment strategies across institutional real estate markets.&nbsp; Mr. Pratcher also serves on the boards of Finance of America (NYSE:FOA) and FS Credit Income Fund.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Previously, Mr. Pratcher held a senior role at the New York State Common Retirement Fund, where he led pioneering efforts in investing and portfolio innovation. His work focused on expanding access to capital and identifying high-growth investment opportunities aligned with long-term value creation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Earlier in his career, Mr. Pratcher served as Deputy Chief of Staff to U.S. Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton and as an associate at the international law firm Davis, Polk &amp; Wardwell. With deep expertise in finance, public policy, and strategic partnerships, Mr. Pratcher brings valuable perspective to Hampton\u2019s Board\u2014supporting its goal of growing the university\u2019s endowment and strengthening its financial foundation for future generations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The addition of Dr. Linzer and Mr. Pratcher to the Hampton University Board of Trustees reflects the university&#8217;s commitment to strengthening its leadership in areas that align with its strategic goals. These two leaders bring significant expertise in fields such as science, philanthropy, investment, and strategic innovation, which directly support Hampton&#8217;s efforts to achieve its long-term vision, including securing R1 research university status, expanding its research capacity, and increasing its endowment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wesley A. 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