Paul F. Beran

Key Facts

Party Republican
Status Challenger

Background

Paul Beran graduated from Texas A&M University, earning his Doctor of Philosophy [1, 4]. With his knowledge of Business & Marketing from Duquesne University, Beran has served as President and Creative Director of Advertel, Inc. as well as Marketing Director for Entercom [3]. In recent times, Beran has served as chancellor for the University of Arkansas and filled the role of Interim President for the Western Connecticut State University [4, 6].

Key Issues

Curriculum

Beran believes that higher education should recognize students of different race, backgrounds, and ideologies since campus demographics are constantly evolving [7]. He has however been accused of slowing down this reformation process by Representative Sue Peterson [8].

Community

Beran believes we should build communities that are enriched in understanding and knowledge of several different cultures in and outside universities’ walls [7].

Accessibility

Beran has been in a few scandals over the cancellation of majors at Western Connecticut State [9]. Beran has brought up the idea of removing some majors, which, in recent times, has sparked debate and controversy [9].

Endorsements

No endorsements could be found.

Sources

1 Facebook
2 Western Connecticut State University
3 LinkedIn Profile 1
4 LinkedIn Profile 2
5 News Times
6 Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette
7 Aberdeen News
8 Campus Reform
9 The Echo

Heather Lockridge

Key Facts

Party Republican
Status Challenger

Background

Heather Lockridge graduated from James Wood High School in 2003 and attended Virginia Tech to study agriculture and applied economics [1]. In 2010, Lockridge graduated with a masters in Special Education from George Mason University [2]. Currently, Lockridge owns a small business in Frederick County and has been running it for 17 years [1].

Key Issues

Agriculture

Lockridge wants to maintain open farmland and supports Agriculture/Agri-tourism industries [1].

Budget

Lockridge supports budget transparency. She wants a small, transparent government with low taxes, uninfringed farming, and individual property rights [3].

Endorsements

Ellaine Holliday, Virtual Controller and Experienced Accountant

Sources

1 The Winchester Star: Lockridge wants your vote
2 The Winchester Star: Vote for Heather Lockridge
3 The Winchester Star: Lockridge secures GOP . . .
4 VPAP

Stephen J. Imholt

Key Facts

Party Republican
Status Challenger

Background

Stephen J. Imholt is a Walmart sales associate and IT Project Manager that lives within Richmond, Virginia. He received his education at Xavier University and Edgecliff College [2, 3]. Imholt has experience in COTS software installation as well as various levels of technology (IAAS, SAAS, PAAS, etc.) [2]. Imholt has served as a member of the Rockford DOE Finance Committee and the Hampshire Illinois Library Board [5]. In 2015, Imholt ran against Jennifer McClellan for the senate seat of Virginia’s 9th District, which ended in him losing the election [1].

Key Issues

Drugs

Imholt wants to crack down on fentanyl drug dealers [3].

Economy

Imholt prioritizes growing the local economy and protecting small businesses [3].

Infrastructure

Imholt believes the government should incorporate more technology into its legislation [4].

Endorsements

No endorsements could be found.

Sources

1 VPAP
2 LinkedIn
3 Imholt for Senate
4 WRIC
5 VoteSmart
6 Dogwood