College & University News
Elevate your knowledge about college and university initiatives in higher learning, technology, student recruitment, housing, campus development and extracurricular activities. This section features information about students, faculty and staff as well as products and services geared toward campus life.
Southwest Tennessee Community College Launches $1M U.S. Department of Labor IT Apprenticeship Program
Southwest Tennessee Community College launched its new apprenticeship program this fall that will provide 800 apprentices with a pathway to Information Technology (IT) careers over the course of four years. The College received funding for the program through a U.S. Department of Labor... - September 13, 2020 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
iGrad Partners with Columbia University to Combat Student Loan Crisis with AI-Powered Student Financial Wellness Platform
Leading financial wellness company iGrad has partnered with Columbia University to provide a customized, interactive online and mobile financial wellness platform to the private Ivy League university’s students. - September 12, 2020 - iGrad
Pima Community College Awards 24x7 Virtual OneStop Student Services Support RFP to BlackBeltHelp
BlackBeltHelp is pleased to announce that Pima Community College has awarded 24x7 Virtual OneStop Student Services Support RFP. - September 12, 2020 - BlackBeltHelp
Release of Auto Counter for COVID-19 - Smart Safety in Less Numbers
Alternate E Source has the latest Smart Sensor solution that auto counts people to comply with social distancing and minimum persons requirements. The KMS-TI smart thermal sensor helps us meet the challenges of auto tracking passage ways, hallways, corridors and presence counting, alerting when too many persons are in a room or too close together. - September 05, 2020 - Alternate E Source
Lion Dad - How to Nudge Your Cub Into an Elite School; The Answer to the Tiger Mother
JK Roark, M.D. just released his book, "Lion Dad, How To Nudge Your Cub Into the Ivy League." It is available on Amazon in both Kindle and soft cover. The audiobook and translations into Chinese, Japanese, and Korean are coming. This book is a step by step guide for elite school admissions in the Pandemic Age. Inside information for an Ivy League admission that is rarely available. - August 31, 2020 - Lion Dad LLC
Local Child Welfare Leader Champions Foster Kids with Lived Experience
Michelle Canaday, Circuit Director for the 15th Judicial District of the Florida Guardian ad Litem Program, is the perfect example of what happens when someone speaks words of life and encouragement to a child. Canaday, who is the product of the Wisconsin foster care system, remembers a childhood... - August 28, 2020 - Speak Up for Kids
Cynaptx Virtual Career Fair Platform Built Using Microsoft Teams Redefining Virtual Career Fair Experience
Cynaptx Virtual Career Fair solution is now available on Microsoft AppSource and Azure Marketplace. Microsoft Teams is one of the best collaboration and communication platform in the World and is now used to deliver Virtual Career Fairs using Cynaptx. “Our goal was to develop an easy to use,... - August 21, 2020 - Cynaptx
Dating Coach to Discuss "Toxic Masculinity" with Young Men in High School and College
Alan Roger Currie, a self-help book author and professional dating coach for single heterosexual men, will soon be collaborating with Katie Koestner who is the nation's leading date-rape & sexual assault prevention activist and Executive Director of the Campus Outreach Services Organization, which provides mentors, counselors, self-help gurus and public speakers for a number of high schools, colleges, and universities all across the United States. - August 19, 2020 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
Kimmy Duong Foundation Makes $1M Gift for Education to Montgomery College
This year, Duong established a $1 million scholarship endowment to support Montgomery College students with financial need. - August 19, 2020 - Pragmatics
Jeffrey M. Newman Recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2020 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Jeffrey M. Newman of Ramsey, New Jersey has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2020 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of higher education. About Jeffrey M. Newman Jeffrey M. Newman is an admissions... - August 18, 2020 - Strathmore Worldwide
Top 10 Solutions for Helping Returning High School Students
Summer’s nearly over, and it’s time to prepare for the return of teachers, webcams and books. Most students are looking forward to the new school year while still adjusting to life in this pandemic world. Yet, typical issues of teen life are still prevalent, whether learning from home... - August 15, 2020 - Celestial Publishing LLC
University Hospitals Quality Care Network Joins the Population Health Alliance
Physician-lead ACO joins national industry trade association in collective pursuit of improved health outcomes. - August 14, 2020 - Population Health Alliance
Schools, Businesses, Events, Sports and More Are Restarting Safely with Text-Based COVID Symptom Screening Using HealthShield
Organizations nationwide are safely reopening and remaining open by using a simple, text-based COVID symptom screening tool, HealthShield(TM) by 42Chat. With HealthShield, businesses can remotely capture CDC-compliant information for anyone entering their establishment/location via a two-step,... - August 13, 2020 - 42Chat
Single "Cannoli" About a Young Lady That's Proud of Her Unusual Name to be Released September 24
A vocal house/rock inspired song about a young lady named Cannoli that is proud of her unusual name. An international collaboration, the vocalists are Kylee Brielle and Elisa Mammoliti. Elisa is a London-based opera-theater performer. The song was mastered by Billboard hit-maker Gosteffects and is a vocal remix of Cannoli, 2016. From the forthcoming album “Digital Gangster.” - August 13, 2020 - DJ Rob Wegner
WBAT Safety Welcomes California Aeronautical University as Newest Platform+ Subscriber
WBAT Safety is pleased to welcome California Aeronautical University (CAU) as the latest operator to join the WBAT Safety platform as a Platform+Support and ASAP facilitation services subscriber. California Aeronautical University offers professional pilot degree programs as well as aircraft... - August 13, 2020 - WBAT Safety
Robert Cherry Honored as a VIP Member for 2020 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Robert Cherry of Denison, Texas has been honored as a VIP Member for 2020 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding achievements and high level of success for almost 50 years in the fields of crime prevention and criminal justice. About Robert Cherry Robert Cherry is a... - August 13, 2020 - Strathmore Worldwide
Degy Entertainment Unveils Immersive Virtual Platform, "Degy World," to Host Events of All Kinds
Degy World Consists of Customizable Music Stages, Expo Halls, Classrooms, Auditoriums Meeting Spaces and More - August 05, 2020 - Degy Entertainment
New Book About the Salem Witch Hysteria is Poised to Rewrite History
The descendant of a woman hanged for witchcraft in 1692 Salem has just published a book that cites 21st century research to support a compelling new theory about the cause of the witch hysteria that ravaged the Massachusetts Bay Colony. - August 03, 2020 - The Oaklea Press
MOSTe Names Christine McKay as Vice President of Board of Directors
MOSTe (Motivating Our Students Through Experience), a 501(c)(3), is proud to announce that Venn Negotiation founder & CEO, Christine McKay, has been appointed as Vice President of the Board of Directors. Both McKay’s personal and professional background give her insight into the... - July 29, 2020 - Venn Negotiation
Surging Growth for Interstride -- Market’s Only Full Platform for Helping International Students Advance Careers
50,000+ Student Users vs. 100 in 2017; University Partners Include Harvard, USC - July 29, 2020 - Interstride
Buddhist Psychology and Spiritual Psychology 100% Online Graduate Programs Announced by Eisner Institute for Professional Studies
Eisner Institute for Professional Studies (EIPS) is proud to announce affordable new graduate programs in Buddhist Therapy and Spiritual Therapy. - July 28, 2020 - Eisner Institute for Professional Studies
MOSTe Welcomes New Board Leadership
First-generation college graduate takes the reins of college-access nonprofit. - July 24, 2020 - MOSTe Motivating Our Students Through Experience
XtraLight Introduces a New Line of Vandal Resistant LED Luminaires
XtraLight Manufacturing, LTD today announced the launch of its VIGOR series. The vandal resistant luminaires were engineered and designed as a direct response to inquiries for LED lighting that meets specification requirements. Influenced by a partnership with the University of Houston’s... - July 21, 2020 - XtraLight Manufacturing
Regis University and HealthONE Forge Partnership
Trusted institutions collaborate to provide educational opportunities and foster healthcare workforce growth. - July 18, 2020 - HCA Healthcare Continental Division
iGrad Partners with Florida International University to Provide AI-Powered Student Financial Wellness Platform
Florida International University (FIU) partners with iGrad to offer interactive financial literacy education to its 58,000 college students. - July 16, 2020 - iGrad
BYD Supports Women in Transportation with $5,000 Scholarship
For the third straight year, BYD (Build Your Dreams) is supporting women’s career development in the transportation sector by endowing a $5,000 scholarship through the WTS (Women’s Transportation Seminar) – L.A. chapter. BYD proudly backs WTS-LA, a leader in supporting and... - July 16, 2020 - BYD
George Mason University Foundation Appoints New Board Members
The George Mason University Foundation announced the appointment of eight new members to its volunteer Board of Trustees, who began their terms effective July 1, 2020. Each of the new trustees is a highly regarded business and community leader. “We are honored to have these outstanding... - July 10, 2020 - George Mason University
Dr. Marc Nader of Faith In God Publishing Group Released the Academic Book "Failed Nations and Communities" to Help Developing Countries and Low Income Neighborhoods
The Academic Book "Failed Nations and Communities" (The Second Mental Independence) has been designed to help developing countries and low income neighborhoods to adopt commendable behavior. The law of cause and effect, bad choices have led to their decline. Such comportment must be changed before any betterment can be perceived. Now available in both French and English on Amazon. After this release, Scholars' Mind Alliance was created. - July 07, 2020 - Faith In God Publishing Group
New Book, "Bombshell in the Barrio" Reveals How Educators Defeated the FBI, DOJ, the Texas Education Agency, and El Paso's Oligarcy
This new book by Parrhesia Press examines the experience of five El Paso educators who refused to admit to crimes they didn't commit. It documents the terrorist tactics they endured from the FBI, DOJ, corrupt politicians, and a media that refused to question the authorities' side of the story, even as the case unraveled. Finally, it corrects the official narrative and demonstrates how their miraculous victory ultimately exposes the facts behind the fiction. - July 06, 2020 - Parrhesia Press
Accend Networks Received Coveted Master Services Competency (MSC) Certification for Network Virtualization
Accend Networks, a leading network security and IT solutions provider in the United States, becomes one of top fifty companies to receive the Master Services Competency (MSC) Certification. - June 30, 2020 - Accend Networks
David Zagzag, MD, Ph.D. Recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2020 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
David Zagzag, MD, Ph.D. of Rego Park, New York has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2020 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding achievements and contributions in the medical field. About David Zagzag, MD, Ph.D. David Zagzag, MD, Ph.D. is a... - June 28, 2020 - Strathmore Worldwide
Global Advanced Training and Educational Trust and University of Petroleum and Energy Studies Collaborate to Offer RE Project Finance and EV Powertrain Course
Global Advanced Training and Educational Trust (GATE Trust) is an academic institute and its unit Institute of Solar Technology (IST) and Academy of EV Technology (AEVT); India top Entrepreneurship Development Institute. Institute of Solar Technology (IST) is a well-known solar training institute... - June 26, 2020 - Institute of Solar Technology
Barnstone Studios Announces the First Gwendolyn Stine Scholarship Winners; Nine People to Learn Classical Drawing Skills in 3-Month Study Intensive
The forgotten secrets the great masters used are slowly being reintroduced to the world, and the late Myron Barnstone is respected as being at the vanguard of classical art education. To honor one of his distinguished alumni, Barnstone Studios launched The Gwendolyn Stine Scholarship this summer. Nine winners from three nations will receive a 3-month intensive workshop that includes one-on-one mentorship. The scholarships will be awarded quarterly. - June 25, 2020 - Barnstone Studios
Midwest College Planning Announces Summer Workshops
Workshops being offered at larger venues and limiting the number of participants to allow for social distancing. - June 25, 2020 - Midwest College Planning
RSA Assists Main Street USA Businesses Reopen in Partnership with Canon USA
RSA announces its Printer Package Program (PPP) in conjunction with Canon USA. Main Street Businesses can purchase an RSA Printer Package Bundle including Canon IPF printer, PosterArtist software and 2 rolls of starter media to create their own COVID-19 social distance and hygiene signage for their business. With complete customization capability, businesses can promote their products and services and safe customer and employee experience at the same time. Let's Get Back to Work. - June 18, 2020 - Reprographic Services Association
Lumen Learning Announces New Solution to Improve Teaching Effectiveness and Bolster Student Success in Higher Education
Lumen Circles professional development platform and services focus on timely capabilities such as online teaching; active learning; open pedagogy; evidence-based teaching; and diversity, equity, and inclusion. - June 18, 2020 - Lumen Learning
Dr. CarolAnn Peterson Honored as a Woman of the Month for May 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Dr. CarolAnn Peterson of California City, California has been honored as a Woman of the Month for May 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of advocacy and education. Each month P.O.W.E.R. - June 04, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Dr. Stephen C. Simms Re-Releases Riveting Books Worldwide in May 2020
A Ph.D of Business Administration has taken the time to fully market his past writings for audiences during the time of the coronavirus in 2020. - June 03, 2020 - Dr. Stephen C. Simms
ChatterHigh Communications Inc. Launches "Home Version" of Their College and Career Exploration Resource, ChatterHigh.io
Chatterhigh is a research-proven college and career exploration resource used in thousands of schools across North America. Named EdTech of the year in 2017, they are excited to announce a "home version" optimized for parents and independent college counselors to use with teens. - May 29, 2020 - ChatterHigh Communications Inc.
Yellfy Sports is Being Acquired by a Private Equity Firm
Update: Yingit Inc. is being acquired. Yellfy's Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning engine (Patent pending) are revolutionizing the world of sports betting, player performance, future potential along with perfect recruit(TM) for NCAA or professional sports organizations. Check out @Yellfy... - May 27, 2020 - Yellfy
Lancaster Theological Seminary Appoints Dr. David Rowe to be Interim President
Lancaster Theological Seminary's Board of Trustees appoints Dr. David Rowe of Windermere, FL, to be interim president following the retirement of the Rev. Dr. Carol E. Lytch who has served nine years as the graduate school's president. - May 18, 2020 - Lancaster Theological Seminary
Glenelg Country School to Celebrate Class of 2020 with Graduation Car Parade
Event replaces traditional commencement ceremony with car parade to celebrate graduating senior class and their families during the COVID-19 pandemic. - May 18, 2020 - Glenelg Country School
Student Engineer at DEMACO Was Named Florida Tech Student Employee of the Year
Student engineer was recognized as Florida Tech Student Employee of the Year while working at DEMACO. Lakshmi Narasimhon, a graduate student pursuing a Masters in Mechanical Engineering at Florida Tech, worked on several complex engineering designs and projects while at DEMACO, a company that specializes in developing pasta machines and technology for the largest food companies worldwide. - May 14, 2020 - DEMACO
Global University Rankings 2020
For the second year in a row, NJ MED. has ranked MIT as the top global university. - May 13, 2020 - New Jersey Minority Educational Development
UCEazy’s Online Academy Disrupts the College Admissions Counseling Industry by Focusing on First-Generation Immigrant Families
Program meets the unique needs of 8th-12th grade students with parents born outside the U.S. - April 29, 2020 - UCEazy
COVID-19 Rapid Innovation Dashboard Provides Entry Point to MIT’s Pandemic Activities
MIT Innovation Initiative has launched the COVID-19 Rapid Innovation Dashboard, a new website, as a way for people around the world to become activated and involved in Coronavirus projects from the prestigious university. MIT is a vast hub of innovation activity with a decentralized... - April 20, 2020 - Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Innovation Initiative
University of Nevada, Las Vegas Engineers Answer the Medical Community's Call for PPE to Protect Themselves from COVID-19
Health care providers across the Las Vegas Valley were facing an unprecedented challenge, worsened by a lack of supplies to protect themselves. Could the UNLV College of Engineering use their skills and facilities to help fill the gap for personal protection equipment (PPE)? The call from the medical community came in late March, and by the first week of April UNLV had already delivered their first face shields and began fabrication on a microscope shield for ophthalmologists. - April 19, 2020 - UNLV College of Engineering
Los Angeles College-Access Nonprofit Takes 20th Annual Fundraiser Online
Los Angeles college-access nonprofit takes 20th annual fundraiser online; Across social distance, MOSTe plans an inspiring virtual benefit - April 17, 2020 - MOSTe Motivating Our Students Through Experience
Online Medical Certifications Surge During Pandemic
As the coronavirus pandemic rages on, online BCLS and ACLS certifications surge for nurses and physicians still needing to fulfill requirements. - April 16, 2020 - National Certification Services
Marlena Holter Named ALPCO’s Winter 2020 Diabetes Research Travel Grant Recipient
ALPCO's Winter 2020 Diabetes Research Travel Grant has been awarded to Marlena Holter, a DVM/PhD candidate from Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Ms. Holter’s novel research focuses on GLP-1 regulated glucose regulation following vertical sleeve gastrectomy surgery to define the mechanisms underlying type 2 diabetes remission and metabolic improvement following bariatric surgery. - April 14, 2020 - ALPCO