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Inaugural Family-Friendly Sweetwater 5K with Big Cash Prizes for First, Second and Third Place Overall Winners
Families from the tri-state area are encouraged to kick off Fall and race at Sweetwater Riverdeck and Marina, 2780 7th Ave., Sweetwater, NJ on Sunday, October 15 at 9:00AM. All proceeds of the Sweetwater 5K support Healthy Kids Running Series (HKRS) and The Hammonton Rotary. HKRS programs ensure... - October 13, 2022 - Healthy Kids Running Series
JASNA Southwest Announces 2022 Young Filmmakers Contest Winners; Contest Becomes Official Program of the Jane Austen Society of North America
Announcing the 2022 winners of The Jane Austen Society of North America's Southwest Region Young Filmmakers Contest. The contest encourages creative visual interpretation of Jane Austen and her novels. This year, the contest was adopted by JASNA to be a national program. Entry deadline for 2023 is August 28, 2023. - October 12, 2022 - Jane Austen Society of North America - Southwest Region
Setting Students on the Path of Success: the Dr. Brian Blick Scholarship
The journey to becoming part of the medical industry is hard and long. Everyone is familiar with the arduous path of becoming a medical professional of any sort as you need to dedicate a lot of time to your academics and even more so financially. For the former, it is all a matter of dedicating... - October 12, 2022 - Dr. Brian Blick Scholarship
Applications Being Accepted for 2023 Research Science Institute
The Center for Excellence in Education (CEE) is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for its 2023 Research Science Institute (RSI), which is collaboratively sponsored with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, MA on its campus. RSI '23 will be in... - October 12, 2022 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
Westford Introduces AcceleratHER – an Initiative to Empower and Support Women on Their Path to Success
Westford University College, based in the United Arab Emirates, is a well-known transnational educational partner of leading international institutions. The prominent university, which has two locations in Sharjah, UAE, provides postgraduate, undergraduate, PhD, and vocational programs. The... - October 11, 2022 - Westford University College
Paul W. Shaffer Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Paul W. Shaffer of Richmond, Texas has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2022 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education/theatre. About Paul W. Shaffer Paul W. Shaffer is a teacher with the Katy... - October 11, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
The Center for Adoption Support and Education Partners with the Baltimore City Department of Social Services to Host a Fund Day for Families
The Center of Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.) ™ in partnership with the Baltimore City Department of Social Services (BCDSS) hosted a Family Fun Day on September 24, 2022, at 2923 E. Biddle Street, in Baltimore. To celebrate the Grand Opening of the BCDSS KinCare Center for... - October 10, 2022 - Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.)
Alfred Street Baptist Church and Google Cloud Partner to Host the Largest Hybrid HBCU College Festival on Friday, October 7 (Virtual) and Saturday, October 8
More than 35,000 expected to attend the largest hybrid festival of its kind in the country. Over 5,000 students expected to attend In-Person at the University of the District of Columbia in Washington, DC on Saturday, October 8 (10am to 2pm ET). - October 07, 2022 - Alfred Street Baptist Church
Black Children’s Book Author Debuts New “Coco LaBon Kids” Online Store
Coco LaBon, children’s book author, is excited to announce the debut of her new online store and brand, Coco LaBon Kids. The store is scheduled to open on Saturday, October 8, 2022. Coco LaBon Kids is an extension of her children's books, and the online store will showcase many new custom... - October 07, 2022 - Coco LaBon Kids
engage2learn’s Shannon Buerk Named Among Top 50 Women CEOs of 2022
engage2learn (e2L) is proud to announce that e2L Founder and CEO, Shannon Buerk, has been named one of the Top 50 Women CEOs of 2022 by Women We Admire, a news and information outlet on today’s women leaders. Women We Admire selected this year’s top CEOs because of their commitment to... - October 07, 2022 - engage2learn
The IPA Confirms IPAC2022NV Medical Conference at Alexis Park Resort in Las Vegas, NV with CME on Cannabis, Psilocybin, Psychedelics, Mental Health & More
The Integrative Providers Association (IPA) is holding its next Annual Integrative Providers Association Conference 2022 at the Alexis Park Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada, from November 13-15, 2022. Included in the IPACs are a variety of Edutainment and Networking Events, Engaging Pre-Recorded Content on Psychedelics, Cannabis and More with 15 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM Centered Around Providers “Transitioning to Individualized Wellness Management” - Plus a Bonus Day-3 Clinical Practicum. - October 06, 2022 - Integrative Providers Association
Architect of Soft-Power Theory Opines on "Talking Foreign Affairs"
Professor Joseph Nye, who famously pioneered the “Soft Power” theory, was the recent guest on "Talking Foreign Affairs" with Adil Cader. The two discuss Professor Nye’s new book, “Do Morals Matter: Presidents and Foreign Policy from FDR to Trump,” and... - October 05, 2022 - Talking Foreign Affairs
NACCE Announces 2022 Entrepreneurial College and President of the Year Awards
Vance-Granville Community College in North Carolina and President James Murdaugh of Tallahassee Community College in Florida Awarded Top Honors - October 04, 2022 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
St. John’s Lutheran School Named Apple Distinguished School
On Monday, October 3, St. John’s Lutheran School announced their official designation as an Apple Distinguished School, joining the small but prestigious ranks of like-minded technology focused schools who have partnered with Apple in their educational pursuits. - October 04, 2022 - St. John's Lutheran School
The World’s Largest Spirits & Wine Rating Competition, PR%F Awards 2022, Masked & Unmasked, November 5 & 6 at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas
PR%F Awards Spirits, Wine & Beverage competition is set to be held in Las Vegas on November 5 and 6 at the William F. Harrah College of Hospitality at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. PR%F Awards has partnered with the college of hospitality as a platform to provide valuable education and... - October 03, 2022 - Proof Awards
NACCE Announces 2022 Winners of Lifetime Achievement Award
Fish Family Foundation and Herb and Maxine Jacobs Foundation Selected for Top Honor By the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE). Awards Announced October 2 During NACCE's Annual Conference in Boston. - October 02, 2022 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Irish American Partnership Announces $500,000 in Educational Grants on Leadership Mission
Bringing the leading transatlantic educational charity’s year-to-date grant disbursement to $1.2 million, the Partnership is celebrated at a reception in the U.S. Ambassador’s Residence. - October 01, 2022 - Irish American Partnership
Klaus P. Fischer, Ph.D. Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Klaus P. Fischer, Ph.D. of Lompoc, California has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2022 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in education. About Klaus P. Fischer, PH.D. Klaus P. Fischer, Ph.D. is a cultural historian of... - September 30, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
Uncommon Education Brings Courses to Children and Teens That Focus on Providing What Schools Don't
Uncommon Education is the first company in the USA to focus on teaching kids what they don't learn in schools. This includes subjects such as financial literacy, investments, entrepreneurship, and economics as well as soft skills such as communication and emotional intelligence. The company is announcing open enrollments. - September 28, 2022 - Uncommon Education
Three Northeast Schools win Explore.Act.Tell. Grant from ACME and Shaw’s/Star Markets’ Nourishing Neighbors
The Foundation for Impact on Literacy and Learning, in partnership with ACME Markets and Shaw’s/Star Markets’ Nourishing Neighbors Program, is excited to recognize the work toward ending hunger by local schools. This year’s winners demonstrated creativity and attention to the needs around them as they worked through the lessons and hunger projects. - September 27, 2022 - Foundation for Impact on Literacy and Learning
Patrick Henry College Earns "A" Rating from the American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA)
From a survey of the academic core curricula of more than 1,100 colleges and universities, Patrick Henry College was recognized as one of only 24 institutions to receive an “A” rating and one of only seven colleges to earn a grade of 100%, in the American Council of Trustees and Alumni... - September 27, 2022 - Patrick Henry College
"We Are Destroying Our Only Home," Says Jane Goodall on "Talking Foreign Affairs"
In a rather special and reflective "Talking Foreign Affairs" episode, Dr. Jane Goodall (who, amongst many titles is a UN Messenger of Peace) joins Adil Cader to discuss international issues of importance to her. The two discuss several issues related to the environment, its conservation,... - September 27, 2022 - Talking Foreign Affairs
Irish American Partnership Ambassador Leona Maguire Stays the Course with $20,000 in Grants to Schools in County Clare
Irish LPGA star links up with leading transatlantic educational charity once again to fund four local primary schools in honor of her participation in the KPMG Women’s Irish Open at Dromoland Castle. - September 25, 2022 - Irish American Partnership
A New Proctoring Journey Begins for uLearn and Kensington College of Business
Setting its foot in the United Kingdom, uLearn partners with Kensington College of Business for its Online Exam Proctoring Needs. - September 22, 2022 - uLearn.io
Representatives Swearingen, Carruthers Introduce "Parents’ Bill of Rights Act"
State Reps. D.J. Swearingen (R-Huron) and Sara Carruthers (R-Hamilton) will be introducing the “Parents’ Bill of Rights Act,” which will protect and preserve the fundamental role that parents play in the education of their children. “The focus is to ensure that parents are... - September 21, 2022 - Sara Carruthers
LCBM Fall 2022 Scholarships Awarded: Supporting Excellence in Education
The Louise and Christopher B. Munday Foundation (The Foundation) and 2020 Companies (www.2020companies.com) today announce their continued support of education by awarding scholarships. Employees and their dependents are eligible if they are enrolled full-time in a 2-year or 4-year degree program... - September 20, 2022 - 2020 Companies
Bayan Islamic Graduate School Announces New Doctor of Ministry Program in Islamic Leadership
First Accredited DMin Program in North America for Muslim Leaders. - September 15, 2022 - Bayan
AG Morgan Financial Advisors Scholarship Available for Business Students in the US
New York Financial Firm AG Morgan Provides Funding for Future Finance Professionals. - September 15, 2022 - AG Morgan Scholarship
Academy Named One of the Top 5% in the World for Exceptional Customer Impact According to the B Lab Network
Academy has been recognized as a B Lab 2022 Best For The World™ for exceptional impact on its customers' impact area on the B Impact Assessment. Academy has been named one of the top 5% worldwide in this category for it’s exceptional positive impact. - September 15, 2022 - Academy
The Dylan Sidoo Scholarship for Aspiring Tech-Entrepreneurs Now Available
In modern times, it is almost impossible to imagine going through life without the help of technology. Technology has made it significantly easier to handle the daily qualms of everyday life and allows us to indulge ourselves more with time. A tech entrepreneur is a unique kind of entrepreneur that... - September 14, 2022 - Dylan Sidoo Scholarship
Promoting the Future Sports Players: the Jordan Sidoo Scholarship for Student Athletes
Entrepreneur Jordan Sidoo Gives Back with Scholarship Fund. - September 14, 2022 - Jordan Sidoo Scholarship
Fashion Designer Symmorh becomes an Ambassador for Mental Health Awareness
This day, The Fashion Designer Symmorh has declared that her streetwear brand as being exclusively geared towards bringing awareness to mental health. Heartheaded began as an image created by Symmorh to symbolize compassion for mental health. Taking music and fashion to raise awareness to mental health. - September 13, 2022 - Heartheaded.org
NAMI KDK 5K Run/Walk: The Race to End Stigma
NAMI KDK 5K Run/Walk The Race to End Stigma Saturday, October 8, 2022 9:00am Prairie Point Park in Oswego, IL Join NAMI KDK for a community event celebrating the efforts of The National Alliance on Mental Illness Kane-South, DeKalb and Kendall County to eradicate the stigma of mental illness. Come... - September 13, 2022 - NAMI-KDK
Showroom for Black Emerging Designers - Official Grand Opening
Pink Maison, the prestigious luxury showroom that offers student designer scholarships and provide exposure to emerging designers, announced its official Grand Opening in Downtown Atlanta. - September 13, 2022 - Pink Maison
Mobiloil Credit Union Partners with iGrad to Offer the Enrich Personalized Financial Wellness Program to Its 72,000 Members
Enrich is used by more than 20,000 employers and more than 300 financial institutions nationwide with artificial intelligence technology that engages each user with the most relevant content based on financial situation and stage of life. - September 13, 2022 - iGrad
World Rivers Day 2022 Set for September 25
World Rivers Day commemorates the immense values of our rivers and encourages river stewardship and conservation around the globe – massive worldwide event involving up to 100 countries and millions of participants has its roots in British Columbia's Rivers Day. Millions of people and... - September 12, 2022 - World Rivers Day
Growing Businesses by Nurturing the Professionals of Tomorrow: The Carl Iberger Scholarship
Entrepreneur and Businessman Carl Iberger Gives Back to Students with His Scholarship Fund - September 11, 2022 - Carl Iberger Scholarship
NAMIWalks 2022 Returns to Angels Stadium
The 2022 NAMIWalks Orange County 5K walk will take place at Angels Stadium on November 19, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. Registration will begin at 7:00 a.m. - September 11, 2022 - NAMI Orange County
Young Rembrandts Kindles Creativity of Cleveland Student Artists
Illustrious childhood art education program draws plan for success with recent territory transfer. - September 11, 2022 - Young Rembrandts
Vincent Camarda Scholarship for Finance Students Accepting Applications Now
Entrepreneur and Finance Professional Vincent Camarda Gives Back with His Scholarship Fund for Business Students. - September 08, 2022 - Vincent Camarda Scholarship
Kislak Family Foundation Provides $200,000 to Support Family Literacy
Recognizing that parents are their children’s first and most important teachers, the Kislak Family Foundation has awarded the Florida Literacy Coalition (FLC) a grant for $200,000 to establish the Florida Family Literacy Initiative. The focus of this program will be to break the... - September 08, 2022 - Florida Literacy Coalition
Helping Girls Attain Economic Sustainability in Rewarding Careers
Transportation & Construction GIRL Day™ is September 29, 2022, 8:30am – 1:00pm. Transportation & Construction GIRL (TCG) encourages young women to enter the industry of construction and transportation. This year’s event will be an outdoor and indoor event with interactive... - September 07, 2022 - HOYA Foundation
Forever14 Puts Out a Call for Teams, Volunteers and Sponsors for the Great Race to End Teen Suicide
Today, organizers of The Great Race to end teen suicide are calling for teams, volunteers and sponsors for the outdoor adventure event taking place on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022 at the Sky Tavern Ski Area. This family fun event is open to people of all ages. - September 07, 2022 - Forever14.org
Healing with Horses Scouting Experience
Eagle Scout project brings "Healing with Horses" experience to children with special needs. - September 07, 2022 - Healing with Horses Experience
Immunize Wisconsin Set to Launch
A new statewide immunization coalition, Immunize Wisconsin, will provide fact-based resources, education, and grants. - September 06, 2022 - Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics
Cal Coast Cares Foundation Educator Grants Application Deadline Extended
So Cal educators get more time to apply for grants to help with classroom projects. - September 03, 2022 - California Coast Credit Union
Retired NBA Player, George Lynch Celebrity Charity Golf Tournament for Disadvantaged College Students, Presented by GUICE Wealth Management
August 22, 2022 was the first annual George Lynch Golf Invitational benefitting HBCU Heroes to help disadvantaged college students enter and remain in college. It was a day of champions, as fellow UNC alum, friends, family and supporters rallied together to make a difference. - September 02, 2022 - GUICE Wealth Management
Skyrocket Pediatric Therapy Foundation Announces the Launch of Its Pediatric Development Outreach Program
On Friday August 24, 2022, The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce recognized Skyrocket Pediatric Therapy Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate its launch of a new Pediatric Development Outreach Program designed to provide families with... - September 02, 2022 - Skyrocket Pediatric Therapy Foundation
Minnesota I.T. Center of Excellence Partners with STEM Fuse to Provide Career Development I.T. Solutions to K-12
The IT COE is expanding its program offering in partnership with STEM Fuse. In Fall 2022, IT COE and STEM Fuse will offer a free lifetime digital portfolio, advanced career development curriculum, and a work-based learning system for students to explore current and future job and academic opportunities. We are partnering with STEM Fuse to provide Career Highways digital portfolio to all students in the state. - September 02, 2022 - STEM Fuse
Learn.net Appoints Stephanie Crowe as New Chief Executive
Learning technology provider Learn.net appoints new chief executive, Stephanie Crowe. - September 01, 2022 - Learn.net