Myla Calhoun Elected To UA System Board Of Trustees

TUSCALOOSA, AL — The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees unanimously elected Myla Calhoun to represent the Sixth Congressional District during its meeting on Sept. 5.

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Calhoun, a Birmingham native and UA System graduate, is the president and CEO of Propel Education, where she leads initiatives benefiting both higher education and K-12 sectors.

The UA System Board of Trustees consists of 15 elected members representing Alabama’s Congressional districts, with the governor of Alabama serving as an ex-officio member.

Calhoun previously served as vice president of Alabama Power’s Birmingham Division, where she managed economic and community development for north central Alabama. She has also held leadership roles at the Alabama Power Foundation and the Birmingham Business Alliance.

“Myla Calhoun is a proven leader who has exemplified the University of Alabama System’s mission throughout her career,” said Trustee Karen Brooks, chair of the Board’s Nominating Committee. “Her dedication to community service and extensive professional experience will make her an invaluable addition to the Board.”

Calhoun earned her juris doctorate from The University of Alabama School of Law and holds a bachelor’s degree from Spelman College. She also serves on several community boards, including the University of Alabama Health Services Foundation and the UAB Health System Authority Board. She is also a distinguished Aspen Institute Ascend Fellow.

In addition to Calhoun’s election, the Board of Trustees re-elected trustee Barbara Humphrey to a new six-year term representing the Seventh Congressional District and trustee Scott Phelps to a second, one-year term as President Pro Tempore.

The appointments will now be confirmed by the Alabama Senate.

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