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Air & Waste Management Association’s Annual Conference Brings Environmental Scientists to San Francisco, June 27-30
The Air & Waste Management Association’s 115th Annual Conference & Exhibition (ACE) will bring together hundreds of environmental professionals from around the world on June 27-30 in San Francisco, CA. This year’s conference on “Science & Sustainable Global... - June 15, 2022 - Air & Waste Management Association
Mastery Coding Officially Launches Mastery Esports League
An Inter-School Esports League for Middle and High School. The MEL will allow Pathway Esports students to put team practice to the test in regular inter-school competitions. Ignite interest and engagement in computer science through one of the fastest-growing industries in the world. With the Pathway Esports™ toolkit, students and schools will have everything they need to start and run their very own esports team and compete in local and national tournaments. - June 12, 2022 - Mastery Coding
Modern Campus Launches Solution to Help Higher Education Institutions Reach Enrollment and Engagement Goals
Signal Vine Playbook™ for Stop Outs Enables Institutions to Reengage with Previously Enrolled Learners. - June 11, 2022 - Modern Campus
Celebrate Husson! to Feature Baseball, Barbecue, Cornhole and More
Members of the Husson University community, including alumni, faculty, staff, students, parents, donors and friends, are invited to participate in Celebrate Husson! from Sunday, June 12 through Friday, June 17, 2022. The six days of festivities will feature recognition, remembrance and reconnection events along with professional career services. To register for all or part of Celebrate Husson! visit https://www.husson.edu/alumni/alumni-events/celebratehusson. - June 10, 2022 - Husson University
Announcing a New Affordable Local College Alternative for Hawaii Vocational Students
Billing itself as an affordable alternative to Hawaii's expensive private colleges, the Career College of the Pacific offers certification programs in medical assisting, billing, coding, phlebotomy, and EKG starting in July 2022 for thousands less than the nearest private competition. - June 08, 2022 - Career College of the Pacific
A New Book from Oaklea Press Purports to Offer a Way to End the Epidemic of Mass Shootings
The message of a book just released by Oaklea, entitled, “A No-Brainer Way to Stop the Killings,” is that our culture produces nihilists and mass murderers due a widely held, but erroneous belief. The author says a “no-brainer solution” would be simply to mount a national awareness campaign to communicate this. He maintains that the facts that would bring this change about have clearly been demonstrated by a large number of scientific studies. His book provides details. - June 07, 2022 - The Oaklea Press
Chews A Puppy Awards $20,000.00 in Scholarships to Selected Ocoee High School Students
The time has come to fulfill the duties of awarding Four lucky Ocoee High School Seniors a $5000.00 scholarship to the school of their choice. On May 3, 2022, Ocoee High School held their Award ceremony where unexpecting students gathered to see if they had achieved their goal of receiving a scholarship. The four students who won the Chews A Puppy Scholarship were without words, and beyond excited to be receiving money towards furthering their education. - June 04, 2022 - Chews A Puppy
TechNoir Solutions Donates $5000 to One Million Degrees
TechNoir Solutions, headquartered in Chicago, IL, has donated $5,000 to One Million Degrees (OMD), the only organization of its kind in Illinois, that accelerates community college students' progress on career pathways to economic mobility. - June 04, 2022 - TechNoir Solutions
American University’s Dr. Mark A. Clark to Join Factum Global as Advisor/Consultant
Dr. Clark to advise on organizational change process & implementation, leadership development. - June 04, 2022 - Factum Global
Son of Husson University’s Founder Passes Away
Paul Husson passed away on May 5, 2022. Completely devoted to Husson University, the educational institution founded by his father Chesley, Paul spent most of his professional career helping students achieve academic success at the University. Gifts to the Paul and Judith Husson International Scholarship Fund, c/o Husson University will honor his memory. For more information, contact Lisa Frazell, executive director of development at Husson University. Her email is FrazellL@husson.edu. - June 01, 2022 - Husson University
Community Leader John Rohman Receives Chesley H. Husson, Sr. Award from Husson University
Husson University presented the Chesley H. Husson, Sr. Award to John Rohman, the former chief executive officer of WBRC, mayor of Bangor and current chair of the University’s Board of Trustees. This award is presented annually to an individual who shares the qualities of Husson’s founder, Chesley H. Husson, Sr. It recognizes outstanding service to both the University and the greater community. - May 31, 2022 - Husson University
Modern Campus Partners with ARUCC’s MyCreds™ to Enhance System Interoperability with Destiny One
The Association of Registrars of the Universities and Colleges of Canada (ARUCC) and Modern Campus, the higher education industry’s leading modern learner engagement platform, today announced a partnership that will enhance interoperability between Modern Campus Destiny One—the... - May 29, 2022 - Modern Campus
NJ MED Released Its 8th Annual World Top 20 Project’s Global Universities Rankings
NJ MED’s rankings try to show the impact higher education has on economic and social development. - May 28, 2022 - New Jersey Minority Educational Development
Pharmaceutical Compliance Partners Selects Luke Forman, University of Notre Dame, for Summer Internship Program
Pharmaceutical Compliance Partners selected Luke Forman, a Science-Business major at University of Notre Dame, as its first summer intern. This is the inaugural year for Pharmaceutical Compliance Partners’ internship program, allowing students to learn about drug development, pharmaceutical compliance, and business operations of life sciences firms. - May 25, 2022 - Pharmaceutical Compliance Partners
Agbeyegbe Hays Appointed Chair of AICPA’s PCPS Executive Committee
Agbeyegbe Hays is the first sole practitioner and the first Black female CPA to chair the PCPS Executive Committee. - May 23, 2022 - Hays CPA
Two Philadelphia County High School Seniors to Receive Academic Scholarships for Higher Education
The Craig D. Butler Scholarship Foundation announced today that two 2022 recipients have been selected for its annual scholarship grants. The announcement was made by the foundation’s founder and president, Khadijah Butler. - May 20, 2022 - Craig D. Butler Scholarship Foundation
Clubhouse International Joins Second "Mental Health Action Day" Aims to Motivate People to Take Action for Better Mental Health
Setting the theme of "Connection," more than 1,400 companies and organizations will launch calls to action to address the surge of loneliness and isolation felt by millions as a result of the pandemic. - May 18, 2022 - Clubhouse International
Modern Campus Extends Capabilities to Address Student Concerns About Higher Ed ROI
Modern Campus Career Pathways integration with Modern Campus Acalog seamlessly delivers career information to learners. - May 15, 2022 - Modern Campus
American Association of Community Colleges Elects Southwest Tennessee Community College President Tracy D. Hall to National Board of Directors
The American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) has elected Southwest Tennessee Community College President Tracy D. Hall to its board of directors to represent the National Council on Black American Affairs (NCBAA). Dr. Hall will serve a three-year term, effective July 1, 2022 – June... - May 13, 2022 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
The Michael Scarpaci Scholarship: Setting the Groundwork for Future Business Ventures
Entrepreneur Michael Scarpaci Gives Back with His Scholarship Fund for Student Entrepreneurs - May 12, 2022 - Michael Scarpaci Scholarship
2022 John W. Teets Outstanding Teaching Award Winners Announced
The winners of the 2022 John W. Teets Outstanding Teaching Award have been announced. - May 07, 2022 - John W. Teets Outstanding Teaching Award
Morningbird Media Corporation Awarded a U.S. Patent for New 3D Printer Capable of Printing Electronics
The Electronic Alchemy eforge is an advanced multi-material FDM 3D printer capable of printing functional electronic components and devices. - May 07, 2022 - Morningbird Media Corporation
IvyWise Launches 2022-2023 IvyWise Scholars Application for Pro Bono College Admissions Advising
The IvyWise Scholars program offers free college admissions guidance to high-achieving, low-income students. - May 05, 2022 - IvyWise
Dr. Ralph McNutt, Jr. Celebrated as a Top Executive of 2022 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dr. Ralph L. McNutt, Jr. of Ellicott City, Maryland has been selected as a Top Executive of 2022 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Dr. Ralph L. McNutt Dr. Ralph L. McNutt is a physicist and a... - May 04, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
The Nihar Gala Scholarship for Aspiring Entrepreneurs Still Accepting Applications
When it comes to becoming a successful entrepreneur, education plays an important role one becoming a successful one. It equips you with the necessary skills and know-how in the world of businesses and entrepreneurship as it helps you make tough decisions and stay two steps ahead of your... - May 03, 2022 - Nihar Gala
Karen Corcoran Walsh Scholarship for Mental Health Awareness Still Accepting Applications
The Karen Corcoran Walsh scholarship is a scholarship awarded to students who have an interest in working in the mental health industry or field after graduating. The scholarship's main aim is to create awareness of the common issues that are surrounding mental health. It aims to make sure that... - April 30, 2022 - Karen Corcoran Walsh
NACCE Launches Entrepreneurial College of the Future
National pilot program taps community college leaders to tackle challenges and leverage opportunities in their communities. - April 23, 2022 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
AC Brainy is Transforming Air Conditioning Maintenance for Homes and Businesses
A Georgia man is seeking to transform the HVAC industry with a new mobile application that protects the pocketbooks of consumers and businesses. With 32 years of experience in energy analytics and 12 in the HVAC automated fault detection field, he saw an opportunity to create a mobile application that lowers the mysterious veil of an HVAC. Most people don't give it a thought until it is broken. The fact is that 90% of repairs or failures can be avoided with advanced diagnostics and alerts. - April 22, 2022 - AC Brainy
New Niche NIL Platform Micconope 1851 Arrives at Florida State University
Today, Micconope 1851 LLC, a new NIL platform focused on the long term professional and life skill development of Florida State University student athletes, announces its arrival at FSU. Micconope 1851 was developed to offer student athletes access to not only NIL earning opportunities, but access... - April 22, 2022 - Micconope 1851 LLC
MakerUSA Launches to Build Pathways Into Maker Careers and Entrepreneurship
MakerUSA, a new organization incubated within the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE), launched today in conjunction with NACCE’s annual make/SHIFT conference. MakerUSA's mission is to accelerate social mobility and community-driven innovation by expanding pathways for underserved students into maker careers and entrepreneurship. - April 20, 2022 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Indigo Founder and CEO Sheri Smith: Spiritual Entrepreneurship is Foundational to a Just and Inclusive Society
Last week, Rev. Rich Tafel of the Church of the Holy City sat down with Indigo Founder and CEO Sheri Smith, one of the thought leaders in the field of spiritual entrepreneurship. Sheri created an education company called Indigo, with a vision of ushering in an education system that shifts away from... - April 20, 2022 - Church of the Holy City
Toyota Presents Atlanta Greek Picnic Celebrating HBCU’s Rich Tradition of Step Culture
Toyota Presents Atlanta Greek Picnic Celebrating HBCU’s Rich Tradition of Step Culture over a five day event in Atlanta June 8-12, 2022. - April 19, 2022 - Atlanta Greek Picnic
Modern Campus Joins Community of Ellucian Ethos Connected Partners
New Modern Campus Destiny One and Ellucian Colleague Integration Further Enhances Student Experience for Continuing Education and Workforce Development - April 15, 2022 - Fortra
Adventist Health Simi Valley and Moorpark Community College Have Entered Into an Exclusive Multi-Year Partnership
Adventist Health Simi Valley is going directly into the community to provide care outside the walls of the hospital. - April 13, 2022 - Adventist Health
Center for Adoption Support and Education’s Training for Adoption Competency™ (TAC) Program Expands to Support Families in Oregon
The Oregon Post Adoption Resource Center (ORPARC), a service of the Oregon Department of Human Services, has partnered with the Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E™) to bring its nationally recognized Training for Adoption Competency (TAC™) program to Oregon. This... - April 12, 2022 - Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.)
iGrad and Cleveland State University Partner to Provide Financial Literacy Education to TRIO Students
Research shows that student financial wellness programs can decrease financial stress, improve academic performance and teach students how to manage their finances for a lifetime. - April 12, 2022 - iGrad
Sigma Chi Chapter at Cal State Pomona Makes History Raising Over $100,000 Two Years in a Row to Fight Cancer
The Sigma Chi Fraternity chapter at California State Polytechnic University Pomona raises over $104,000 for its philanthropy, Huntsman Cancer Institute in Salt Lake City, Utah. - April 12, 2022 - Theta Sigma Chapter Sigma Chi
Wake Forest University Launches iGrad Student Financial Literacy Platform
With declining enrollment and degree-achievement rates across the nation, bolstering student financial literacy is a priority for many institutions of higher learning. iGrad is currently used by more than 600 public and private colleges and universities of all sizes. - April 07, 2022 - iGrad
Best Education Websites to be Named by Web Marketing Association in 26th Annual WebAward Competition
The Web Marketing Association will name the best education websites in the world as part of their 26th annual international WebAward Competition for Web site development. Education Websites can be entered into consideration for the 2022 Best Education Website and other education-related WebAwards at www.webaward.org. - April 07, 2022 - Web Marketing Association
Modern Campus Names Rick Bakewell as Chief Financial Officer
Appointment Aligned with Company’s Focus on Customer Obsession and Acceleration. - April 01, 2022 - Modern Campus
$150,000 in Cal Coast Cares Foundation Student Scholarships Available – Application Period Extended
The deadline for local students to submit scholarship applications has been extended to April 15, 2022 by the Cal Coast Cares Foundation. - March 26, 2022 - California Coast Credit Union
Beyond Spots & Dots Wins Three Education Digital Marketing Awards
Agency receives gold awards for excellence in educational website design. - March 24, 2022 - Beyond Spots & Dots, Inc.
Modern Campus Simplifies Volunteer and Civic Engagement for Higher Education Institutions with Launch of Modern Campus Get Connected
New Solution, Released in Partnership with Galaxy Digital, Enables Improved Student Engagement, Retention and Employment Success - March 24, 2022 - Modern Campus
Oaklea Press to Give Away 1000s of Copies of a Book That Purports to Solve "The Hard Problem of Consciousness"
The publisher of The Oaklea Press has arranged for the Kindle edition of its title, “Consciousness, The Hard Problem Solved” to be free to download on March 23, 2022. - March 23, 2022 - The Oaklea Press
Dianne L. Bird Recognized as Bio of the Month for January 2022 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dianne L. Bird of Waterdown, Ontario, Canada has been recognized as a Bio of the Month for January 2022 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of educational administration. About Dianne L. Bird Dianne Bird retired after more... - March 23, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
Porterville College Launches iGrad Student Financial Literacy Platform
Based on artificial intelligence and proprietary algorithms, iGrad personalizes financial information for each student’s situation and needs. It is used by more than 600 public and private colleges and universities of all sizes, including Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, New York University, Davidson College and St. Joseph’s University. - March 22, 2022 - iGrad
Adam Tracy Scholarship for Aspiring Blockchain Innovators Still Accepting Applications
The business world is a world full of risks. No one knows what tomorrow has for them, but a determined entrepreneur will still be willing to take the risk. Apart from the risks, the entrepreneur world is very versatile and one can become an entrepreneur in a variety of different ways. To reduce... - March 22, 2022 - Adam Tracy Scholarship
Slippery Rock University Featured in Forbes, Fortune and Entrepreneur Magazines
High-profile feature highlights University’s quality education preparing the next generation of leaders. - March 18, 2022 - Slippery Rock University
Southwest Tennessee Community College’s Levi Frazier Receives 2022 Carter G. Woodson Award of Merit
Southwest Tennessee Community College’s Levi Frazier was named the recipient of the 2022 Carter Godwin Woodson Award of Merit. - March 17, 2022 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
AACC Names William Weppner 2022 Dale P. Parnell Distinguished Faculty Award Recipient
The American Association of Community College (AACC) has awarded William Weppner, associate professor of mathematics at Southwest Tennessee Community College, the Dale P. Parnell Distinguished Faculty Award for his outstanding leadership, dedication to students, illustrious career and community service. - March 17, 2022 - Southwest Tennessee Community College