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'A' School IPT Advances Virtual Paint Simulator Training Systems (10)
PATUXENT RIVER, Maryland, May 2 -- The U.S. Naval Air Systems Command issued the following news release:
State-of-the-art VR provides cost benefits, improved student throughput
The Naval Aviation Training Systems and Ranges Program Office (PMA-205) "A" School Integrated Product Team (IPT) provided a rapid, cost effective, and improved solution for upgrading aging "A" School Virtual Paint Simulator (VPS) training systems using state-of-the-art virtual reality technology.
"I commend the "A" Sc more PR
2024 ASRT Award for Advocacy Winners Named (10)
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, May 1 -- The American Society of Radiologic Technologists issued the following news release:
The American Society of Radiologic Technologists has named Jennifer Thompson, Ed.D., R.T.(R)(QM), of Tennessee, as the winner of the 2024 ASRT individual Award for Advocacy and the Connecticut Society of Radiologic Technologists as the affiliate award winner.
Based on nominations submitted by ASRT members, the ASRT Award for Advocacy recognizes and acknowledges achievements in more PR
Ala. Gov. Ivey Celebrates Alabama's Exporting Success With 'Trade Excellence Awards,' Proclaims World Trade Month (10)
MONTGOMERY, Alabama, May 2 -- Gov. Kay Ivey, R-Alabama, issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
Governor Kay Ivey today honored five Alabama companies for their accomplishments in selling products in markets around the world and contributing to the robust exporting activities that are sparking economic growth at home.
Governor Ivey presented leaders of the companies with a 2024 Governor's Trade Excellence Award at a ceremony this morning at the Old House Chamber in the State Capitol. more PR
Alfred University: Math Professor Joseph Petrillo Wins Prestigious Teaching Award (10)
ALFRED, New York, May 2 -- Alfred University issued the following news release:
Alfred University Professor of Mathematics Joseph Petrillo is the recipient of the prestigious 2024 Clarence F. Stephens Award for Teaching Excellence, awarded by the Seaway Section of the Mathematical Association of America.
The award recognizes outstanding teaching in the field of Mathematics at the level of higher education. In announcing the award, Alfred University Associate Professor of Mathematics Likin Simo more PR
Allegany County Public Schools Announces 2024 Maryland Green School Awards (10)
CUMBERLAND, Maryland, May 2 -- The Allegany County Public Schools issued the following news:
Allegany County Public Schools is excited to announce it has schools receiving 2024 Maryland Green Schools Awards, through The Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education (MAEOE). Maryland Green Schools are part of a global community of sustainable green schools. Currently, there are 654 active Maryland Green Schools, which makes up 34% of all Maryland schools.
Schools receive recertif more PR
Amber Carson of Gray Reed Elected to ABI's Board of Directors (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 2 -- The American Bankruptcy Institute issued the following news release:
ABI announces that Amber Carson of Gray Reed (Dallas) has been elected to ABI's Board of Directors. An ABI member since 2016, Carson is the Education Director for both ABI's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Young & New Members Committees, is also a member of ABI's Business Reorganization and Emerging Industries & Technology Committees, was named to ABI's "40 Under 40" 2022 class of honorees, and more PR
American Association of Critical-Care Nurses: Impact of Early Mobility Varies by Patient Population (10)
ALISO VIEJO, California, May 2 (TNSres) -- The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses issued the following news release:
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UC Davis Medical Center study in American Journal of Critical Care finds dose-response relationship between out-of-bed mobility and duration of mechanical ventilation, length of stay
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More out-of-bed mobility interventions for critically-ill patients were associated with shorter mechanical ventilation duration and hospital stays, suggesting a dose-response more PR
Arkansas Tech University: 2023-24 Cupola Award Presented to Toland (10)
RUSSELLVILLE, Arkansas, May 1 -- Arkansas Tech University issued the following news:
Megan Toland received the 2023-24 Arkansas Tech University Cupola Award during the ATU Evening of Excellence at the Hull Building Student Union on Monday, April 29.
Toland is associate professor of journalism in the ATU Department of Communication and Media Studies.
According to the criteria for the ATU Cupola Award, it is presented on an annual basis to an Arkansas Tech employee who has "gone above and beyon more PR
Arkansas Tech University: Ag and Tourism Recognizes Top 2023-24 Achievers (10)
RUSSELLVILLE, Arkansas, May 2 -- Arkansas Tech University issued the following news:
The Arkansas Tech University Department of Agriculture and Tourism honored individuals and partners who made significant contributions to the fields of agriculture and tourism during the 2023-24 academic year at an awards ceremony on Thursday, April 25, at Williamson Hall.
The event recognized students, alumni, industry partners and faculty members.
Below are the awards that were presented:
Blue Ribbon Recip more PR
ASIS International: Keynote Speakers and Education Program Announced for Global Security Exchange 2024 (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 2 -- ASIS International, a global community of security practitioners, issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
ASIS International, the world's largest association for security management professionals, has announced its programming lineup for Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 with in-person and digital experiences taking place 23-25 September at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL and via the online GSX event platform.
"Leading this year's S more PR
ASMFC Presents 2024 Annual Awards of Excellence (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 2 -- The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
Last evening, the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission presented its Annual Awards of Excellence to a number of individuals for their outstanding contributions to management, scientific, and law enforcement efforts along the Atlantic coast. Specifically, the 2024 award recipients are Phil Edwards for management and policy contributions; Nicole Lengyel Costa and more PR
Aspen Challenge: San Diego Winning Students Chosen to Attend Aspen Ideas Festival (10)
SAN DIEGO, California, May 2 -- The Aspen Institute issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
The winner of Aspen Challenge: San Diego was announced on Wednesday. Nineteen local San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD) high schools' teams of students presented their innovative and creative solutions to issues areas the students themselves identified as plight in their community. The issue areas included: school attendance and equity, climate change, immigration, mental health, and hous more PR
Atlantic Council Announces 2024 Distinguished Leadership Award Honorees (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The Atlantic Council issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
The Atlantic Council announced today the recipients of the 2024 Atlantic Council Distinguished Leadership Awards, referred to by media as "the Washington Oscars." Among the honorees are a European head of state, a US cabinet official, NATO's supreme allied commander Europe, and an Academy Award-winning actress. They will be recognized at a star-studded dinner at the Waldorf Astoria on May 8 in Washington more PR
Austin Peay State University: Alumna Kaytah Mejia Wins Best Thesis Award for Military Mindset Research at Graduate Conference (10)
CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, May 2 (TNSres) -- Austin Peay State University issued the following news:
Austin Peay State University graduate Kaytah Mejia, who finished her master's degree in industrial-organizational psychology in December 2023, recently earned the Best Thesis of 2023 award from the Tennessee Conference of Graduate Schools.
Her thesis, "The Impact of Organizational Justice Perception on Organizational Commitment: "Exploration on the Military Mindset," showcased her commitment to un more PR
Autism Speaks: New $2 Million Research Initiative Will Study Heart and Brain Health in People With Autism (10)
DALLAS, Texas, May 1 (TNSres) -- Autism Speaks issued the following news release:
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 36 children and 1 in 45 adults in the U.S. have autism, a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. To learn more about the unique cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health needs of people with autism, a new $2 million research initiative is being funded b more PR
Baruch College's Dr. Sabrina Kizzie, DBA, to Be Inducted Into AMA New York's Marketing Hall of Fame (10)
NEW YORK, May 1 -- Baruch College issued the following news:
Dr. Sabrina Kizzie, a doctoral lecturer in Baruch College's Weissman School of Arts and Sciences, is among six business and marketing leaders who will be inducted into the American Marketing Association (AMA) New York's Hall of Fame.
According to the AMA, the Marketing Hall of Fame is the "only distinction that rewards excellence in marketing across all sectors. It recognizes marketers who influence both their peers as well as future more PR
Ben Franklin Technology Partners Honors Alvernia's Ridley for Business Acumen (10)
READING, Pennsylvania, May 2 -- Alvernia University issued the following news:
Alvernia Vice President of Research, Economic Development and Innovation Rodney S. Ridley Sr., PhD., RTTP receives the Frederick J. Beste III Partnership Award at the Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeast Pa (BFTP/NEP) Venture Idol 2024 Innovation Awards. Ridley earns the award for his commitment to enhancing the region's entrepreneurial ecosystem through the university's O'Pake Institute for Economic Develop more PR
BFI Distribution Announces Release of Starve Acre in UK & Irish Cinemas on 6 September 2024 (10)
LONDON, England, May 2 -- The British Film Institute issued the following news release:
BFI Distribution announces that STARVE ACRE, an unsettling British folk horror written and directed by BAFTA nominee Daniel Kokotajlo (APOSTASY), starring Matt Smith (HOUSE OF THE DRAGON, LAST NIGHT IN SOHO, DOCTOR WHO) and Morfydd Clark (SAINT MAUD, LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RINGS OF POWER, THE PERSONAL HISTORY OF DAVID COPPERFIELD) will be released in UK and Irish cinemas on 6 September 2024. A House Producti more PR
Biology Professor Earns ESU's Highest Professional Honor (10)
EMPORIA, Kansas, May 1 -- Emporia State University issued the following news:
A professor who delights in sharing his knowledge and mentoring the next generation of biologists is the 2024 Roe R. Cross Distinguished Professor at Emporia State University. Dr. William Jensen, professor of wildlife ecology, director of ESU Natural Areas and director of the Schmidt Museum of Natural History, learned of the award during his field ecology class on Tuesday, April 30.
Jensen began his career at Emporia more PR
BLACK HILLS STATE UNIVERSITY STUDENTS PRESENT AT NATIONAL CONFERENCES (10)
SPEARFISH, South Dakota, May 1 (TNSres) -- Black Hills State University issued the following news:
This spring, several Black Hills State University students traveled to national research conferences to present their research.
In April, five BHSU students traveled to Long Beach, Calif. for the largest National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) to date. Students Baily May, Ellie Moore, and Abigail Renner presented research posters, and Min Kyung Park and Vincent Peterson gave oral pr more PR
BSU Alumnus Mike Roberge '90 to Deliver 2024 Commencement Address (10)
BEMIDJI, Minnesota, May 1 -- Bemidji State University issued the following news:
From his beginnings at Bemidji State University through his journey to the pinnacle of the financial world, Mike Roberge has dedicated his life to making an impact. On May 3, the CEO of Boston-based MFS Investment Services will deliver a commencement address to BSU and Northwest Technical College graduates as the 40th recipient of BSU's Distinguished Minnesotan award.
"In selecting Mike Roberge as our Distinguishe more PR
Capito Announces Congressionally Directed Spending Awards for Water Infrastructure Upgrades Across West Virginia (10)
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release:
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee and a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced funding from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) for water and wastewater infrastructure projects across West Virginia.
These awards, which were secured through Congressionally Dir more PR
Carderock Team Recognized with the SECNAV Energy Excellence Award (10)
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Naval Sea Systems Command issued the following news:
Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division earned the fiscal year 2023 Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Energy Excellence Award for Technology Development and Acquisition for its work with lithium battery safety certification on Navy Ships.
The SECNAV Excellence Award Program annually recognizes excellence in the areas of energy security, energy resilience, innovation, combat effectiveness and program management more PR
Carnegie's Arthur Grossman Elected to National Academy of Sciences (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 (TNSres) -- The Carnegie Institution for Science issued the following news:
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Arthur Grossman's four decades of wide-ranging plant biology research were recognized with one of the scientific community's greatest honors.
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Carnegie Science's Arthur Grossman was selected as one of 120 new members of the National Academy of Sciences in recognition of distinguished and continuing achievements in original research. This is one of the highest honors bestowed within the s more PR
Caroline Elkins, Pulitzer-Prize-Winning Historian, Receives the 2024 NYU/Axinn Foundation Prize (10)
NEW YORK, May 2 (TNSres) -- New York University issued the following news release:
Harvard University Professor Caroline Elkins, author of Legacy of Violence: A History of the British Empire and the Pulitzer-Prize-winning Imperial Reckoning: The Untold Story of Britain's Gulag in Kenya, has been named the recipient of the 2024 NYU/Axinn Foundation Prize. The honor aims to celebrate and support distinguished work in artistic literary narrative nonfiction by a writer whose career is in full vibra more PR
Cassidy Named 2024 Fiscal Hero by Fix the Debt (10)
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) was recognized today as a 2024 Fiscal Hero by Fix the Debt, a project of the nonpartisan Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget that educates Americans on the rising national debt.
"I am honored to receive this award," said Dr. Cassidy. "Cutting the debt while preserving essential government programs has been a major part of my work. This has been from little things lik more PR
Center for Homeland Defense & Security Master's Student Honored for Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency Bomb Training Efforts (10)
MONTEREY, California, May 2 -- The Naval Postgraduate School's Center for Homeland Defense and Security issued the following story:
A Center for Homeland Defense and Security Master's Program student is being recognized for his work in training hundreds of people in bombing prevention awareness and preparedness, the first time an individual has been so honored.
In February 2024, Diogenes Ayala (MA cohort 2301/2302), the Director of Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency in Madison C more PR
Cherokee Nation Invests Up to $4M in Proposed RSU STEM Center (10)
CLAREMORE, Oklahoma, May 2 -- The Cherokee Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news on May 1, 2024:
The Cherokee Nation signed an agreement with Rogers State University Wednesday committing up to $4 million to support construction of the proposed Center for Science and Technology on the RSU campus in Claremore.
Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin, Jr., Deputy Principal Chief Bryan Warner, RSU President Larry Rice, and Nick Harris, chairman of th more PR
Chowan University: President Thomas Speaks at Murfreesboro Chamber Banquet (10)
MURFREESBORO, North Carolina, May 2 -- Chowan University issued the following news:
By Harri Lovett
On the 30th of April 2024, Chowan University was strongly represented at the Murfreesboro Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet by staff, alumni, trustees, and students. Chowan University was one of the many entities celebrated as economic powerhouses in the town and region. University President Dr. Rosemary Thomas provided remarks focusing on the importance of Chowan's continued integration with t more PR
Civil Air Patrol: Aye Named Next National Commander/CEO (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. Air Force Auxiliary Civil Air Patrol issued the following news:
Brig. Gen. Regena Aye, Civil Air Patrol's national vice commander since 2021, will be CAP's next national commander and the corporation's CEO.
CAP's Board of Governors selected Aye as the organization's top senior leader April 25 at its meeting in New York. She will assume command Aug. 17 at the 2024 National Conference in San Antonio in a ceremony with Maj. Gen. Edward D. Phelka, the current national more PR
CNN: A TOP 5 MOST-WATCHED NETWORK IN ALL OF CABLE IN APRIL (10)
NEW YORK, May 1 -- CNN issued the following news:
CNN brought in strong audience numbers across television, streaming and digital platforms in April, ranking in the top 5 of the most watched networks in all of cable, marking the 11th consecutive month in the Top 5 for P2+. Among adults 25-54, CNN ranked in the Top 10 among all cable networks in April. CNN also reached the most viewers in cable news in April among both P2+ and P25-54 (P2+: CNN: 42.7m, Fox News: 40.4m, MSNBC: 31.6m; P25-54: CNN: more PR
College of Arts and Sciences Names Inaugural Director of Research Administration (10)
SYRACUSE, New York, May 1 -- Syracuse University issued the following news:
As Syracuse University's largest school with over 300 faculty spanning the sciences, mathematics and humanities, the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) is a key contributor to the University's R1 Carnegie designation, signifying very high research activity. In 2023 alone, A&S' research and related expenditures exceeded $19 million. While funded research keeps faculty on the cutting edge of their fields, there are many a more PR
College of William & Mary: Dust & Discovery - Will NASA Astronauts Unearth Microbes on Mars? (10)
WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, May 2 (TNSres) -- The College of William and Mary issued the following news:
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A W&M professor and three undergraduate students contributed to NASA research preparations for human missions to Mars.
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By Laura Grove
Astronauts on an upcoming crewed mission to the red planet are unlikely to find little green men, but there is compelling evidence to suggest that they may find other forms of life. If living organisms do exist on Mars, preventing cross-contaminati more PR
Colo. House Democrats: House Passes Bills to Save Coloradans Money (10)
DENVER, Colorado, May 2 -- The Colorado House Democrats issued the following news release:
The House today passed legislation that will save Coloradans money by making housing more affordable and creating affordable child care opportunities. HB24-1316 passed by a vote of 44-19, HB24-1434 passed by a vote of 47-15, and HB24-1237 passed by a vote of 39-12.
"Housing affordability is a top priority for Colorado Democrats, and this legislation would increase our housing stock for our lower- and mid more PR
COM Work Earns Top Honors at Regional Student Production Awards (10)
BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 2 -- Boston University's College of Communication issued the following news:
COM student work earned top honors in four categories at the annual Student Production Awards sponsored by the Boston/New England chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, best known for the Emmy Awards for professional work.
COM students also were recognized with five honorable mention awards in four categories: sports, newscast, video essay and arts/entertainment/cul more PR
Commencement profile: Through disability rights advocacy, she's improved campus accessibility, climate (10)
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 1 -- The University of Wisconsin Madison campus issued the following news:
Brelynn Bille has been a passionate advocate for disability rights oncampus, often tapping personal frustrations to fuel broader change. Photo by Doug Erickson
Brelynn Bille once had a supervisor who kept leaving items around the office in such a way that it made it difficult for Bille, who uses a wheelchair, to access her office. After multiple conversations about it with no changes, Bille moved more PR
Community Newspaper Holdings: Mark Scheer Wins Investigative Award; Nick Sabato, Rick Pfeiffer Recognized by New York Press Association (10)
MONTGOMERY, Alabama, May 1 -- Community Newspaper Holdings issued the following company news:
By Jim Zachary
Three members of the Niagara Gazette newsroom were recognized with awards in the New York Press Association's 2023 Better Newspaper Contest.
Reporter Mark Scheer, who took home first place for Investigative/In-Depth Reporting, Sports Editor Nick Sabato and reporter Rick Pfeiffer were recognized at this past weekend's NWPS Spring Conference in Saratoga Springs.
Scheer's first-place awa more PR
Concordia College: Biology Students Recognized for Their Research at National and State Conventions (10)
MOORHEAD, Minnesota, May 1 -- Concordia College issued the following news on April 30, 2024:
Several students won awards for presentations at the Sigma Zeta National Convention and the Minnesota Academy of Science Winchell Undergraduate Research Symposium.
At the Sigma Zeta conference, Hannah Olson '25 won an outstanding oral presentation award for her investigation into a new epoxy curing agent.
"I felt relieved that my hard work was recognized in that way," Olson said. "It also was nice to more PR
Creative Coalition: Screenwriting and Showbiz Tales on Sly, Denzel and Miley (10)
LOS ANGELES, California, May 2 -- The Creative Coalition issued the following news release:
Screenwriter and showrunner Sascha Penn continues to blaze trails in Hollywood with his unparalleled storytelling and cinematic mastery. Celebrated for his work on blockbusters like Creed II and The Magnificent Seven, as well as the hit Starz series, "Power Book III: Raising Kanan," Penn's creative vision has consistently translated into both critical acclaim and box office success.
Join Penn on this we more PR
CUNY Graduate School of Journalism: CCM's Asian Media Initiative to Support AAPI Voters With New Luce Grant (10)
NEW YORK, May 2 -- The City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism issued the following news:
The Asian Media Initiative (AMI) at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism's Center for Community Media (CCM) has received a new award from the Henry Luce Foundation to support Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community journalists in the run-up to the 2024 U.S. elections.
This grant from the Luce Foundation - awarded as we approach AAPI Heritage Month in May - recogni more PR
Dartmouth College: Pulling Out All the Stops Against Pervasive Pollutants (10)
HANOVER, New Hampshire, May 2 (TNSres) -- Dartmouth College issued the following news:
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Dartmouth scientists advance research of harmful PFAS chemicals and their impacts.
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A bemused fishmonger at a seafood market in Portsmouth, N.H., weighed and packaged a dozen filets of fish and three lobster tails for his unusually exacting customers, Dartmouth researchers Celia Chen '78, Guarini '94, a research professor of biological sciences, and Nathan Giffard '21 on a warm afternoon in May more PR
David Cortez wins Protein Society award for contributions to basic protein science (10)
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 30 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news:
David Cortez, the Richard N. Armstrong Ph.D. Professor of Innovation in Biochemistry and chair of biochemistry, won The Hans Neurath Award, a 2024 Protein Society Award, for recent contributions of exceptional merit to basic protein research.
David Cortez
Cortez, a world-renowned leader in DNA damage response and repair mechanisms and the pathophysiology of cancer, developed and applied highly creative technolo more PR
Denver Post Names Aims Community College a Winner of the State of Colorado Top Workplaces 2024 Award (10)
GREELEY, Colorado, May 2 -- Aims Community College issued the following news release:
"Being recognized as a Top Workplace, for the fourth time, is a reflection of our collective commitment to creating an environment where employees feel valued, heard, and empowered to reach their full potential," said Dr. Leah L. Bornstein, Aims Community College CEO and president.
This list is based solely on employee feedback from a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner E more PR
Department of Defense's Education Activity: Humphreys Central Elementary Selected as 2024 Green Ribbon School (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 1 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Education Activity issued the following news release on April 30, 2024:
Humphreys Central Elementary School (HCES) located at Camp Humphreys, Korea has been selected as a 2024 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools award honoree.
Humphreys Central Elementary School was nominated by the Department of Defense Education Activity. The environmentally forward Green Ribbon-select school opened its doors in 2013, as a new Dep more PR
Department of Labor Announces $6.5M in Available Grants to Provide Housing Services for Farmworkers, Dependents (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
The Department of Labor today announced the availability of $6.5 million in grants to help organizations improve their delivery of safe and sanitary housing solutions for migrant and seasonal farmworkers and their dependents.
Administered by the department's Employment and Training Administration, the National Farmworker Jobs Program will award approximatel more PR
DMC History Professor Dr. Bryan Stone Designated Today as a Minnie Stevens Piper Foundation 'Piper Professor' (10)
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, May 2 -- Del Mar College issued the following news on May 1, 2024:
Colleagues with the Del Mar College (DMC) Social Sciences Department and administrators filed into History Professor Dr. Bryan Stone's classroom one by one this morning. Students in the faculty member's class, HIST 1302 U.S. History 1865 to Present, looked a little perplexed.
But, the purpose became clear when College officials presented Dr. Stone with a certificate designating him a 2024 "Piper Professor more PR
DOE: Biden-Harris Administration Announces $78 Million to Further Drive Down Energy Costs and Enhance Energy Security in Rural and Remote Communities Across America (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. Department of Energy issued the following news on April 30, 2024:
As part of President Biden's Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced more than $78 million for 19 projects across 12 states and 13 Tribal nations to develop and deploy sustainable clean energy solutions and expand access to reliable and affordable energy in rural and remote communities across the nation. The grant funding--made possible by the President's Bipa more PR
DOE: Biden-Harris Administration Announces More Than $26 Million to 37 State, Local, and Tribal Governments to Support Clean Energy Projects (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. Department of Energy issued the following news on May 1, 2024:
In support of President Biden's Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced more than $26.9 million to nine states, 27 local governments and one Tribe for the next round of formula grants through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program, funded by the President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and managed by DOE's Office of State and Co more PR
Duquesne: Professor Joe Mistick Publishes Book of Weekly Columns (10)
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, May 2 (TNSres) -- Duquesne University issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University Professor Joe Mistick spends his weekdays teaching Criminal Law, Election Law, Land Use Law, Public Policy and the Executive Branch. He is also founder of the campus' award-winning Urban Development Law Clinic, operating it since 1995. In addition, for the last 22 years, he has written weekly Sunday columns in the Pittsburgh Tribu more PR
Durham College Recognized for Faculty Leadership, Sustainability Efforts by Colleges and Institutes Canada (10)
OSHAWA, Ontario, May 2 -- Durham College issued the following news on May 1, 2024:
Durham College (DC) is a double winner in this year's Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) Awards of Excellence after the organization recognized faculty member Laura Maybury and DC's sustainability efforts both with bronze awards in their selected categories.
Laura Maybury, Leadership Excellence Award for Faculty
During her 10-year tenure at DC, Maybury, Program Coordinator for DC's Occupational Therapist As more PR
EGYPT - RFK HUMAN RIGHTS CONDEMNS THE ARREST OF HRA LAUREATE RAGIA OMRAN AND OTHER 15 DEFENDERS AND CALLS FOR THE CHARGES AGAINST THEM TO BE DROPPED (10)
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights issued the following news release on April 30, 2024:
RFK Human Rights strongly condemns the arbitrary arrest and detention of our 2013 Human Rights Award Laureate Ragia Omran - along with 15 other human rights defenders - and demands the Egyptian authorities immediately and unconditionally drop the unfounded charges against them.
Omran is a lawyer, feminist, and human rights activist who founded the Al-Masry Al-Hurr Movement in Egypt duri more PR
EPA Marks Asthma Awareness Month and Honors National Leader in the Fight Against Asthma Disparities (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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Maine Asthma Prevention and Control Program Recognized as National Model
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Every year in May, EPA marks Asthma Awareness Month to raise national awareness of asthma and to highlight leading programs across the nation that serve as models for delivering outstanding improvements in asthma care and quality of life for people with asthma.
"Growing up with respiratory challenges in North Carolin more PR
Europe Day Across the USA: American Buildings to Light Up Blue and Gold on May 9 (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The European Union delegation to the U.S. issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
Buildings across the United States will light up blue and gold in honor of Europe Day on May 9, which marks the founding of the European Union as we know it today. Joining the illumination, a series of cultural events, proclamations, and receptions will be held across the country to recognize the occasion.
"Europe Day is a perfect moment to celebrate the strength and vibrancy of the more PR
European Commission Hydrogen Bank Auction Provides Euros720 Million for Renewable Hydrogen Production in Europe (10)
BRUSSELS, Belgium, May 2 -- The European Commission issued the following news release on April 30, 2024:
Today, the Commission is awarding nearly Euros720 million to seven renewable hydrogen projects in Europe, selected through the first competitive bidding process under the European Hydrogen Bank. The funds for this auction come from the revenues of the EU Emissions Trading System. The winning bidders will produce renewable hydrogen in Europe and will receive a subsidy to bridge the price diff more PR
Faculty Honored With Teaching Awards at Lycoming College Honors Convocation (10)
WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, May 1 -- Lycoming College issued the following news:
Two members of the Lycoming College faculty were recognized for teaching excellence at the annual Lycoming College Honors Convocation, held on Sunday, April 21, at Williamsport's Community Arts Center.
Plankenhorn Alumni Award for Faculty Excellence
The 2024 Plankenhorn Alumni Award for Faculty Excellence was presented to Rachel Hickoff-Cresko, Ed.D., associate professor of education and chair of the department.
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FiscalNote Announces Expansion and Modernization of U.S. Presidential Election Coverage by Adding AI-Powered and Data Driven Analysis on Roll Call, the Award-Winning Journal of Record of Capitol Hill (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- FiscalNote, a technology and media company, issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
FiscalNote Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: NOTE) ("FiscalNote"), a leading AI-driven enterprise SaaS technology provider of global policy and market intelligence, today announced the expansion of its award-winning Roll Call media property to now include data from Factba.se, the go-to trusted AI database for historical and current Presidential remarks. The Company also announced that its rece more PR
Five Programs Earn 2024 AHA Dick Davidson Nova Award For Improving Community Health (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The American Hospital Association issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
The American Hospital Association (AHA) today announced that five exemplary programs have earned the AHA Dick Davidson NOVA Award for their hospital-led collaborative efforts that improve community health. The winning programs are the Resourceful program, Essentia Health, Duluth, Minn.; Beyond Violence, John Muir Health, Walnut Creek, Calif.; UH Food for Life Markets(R), University Hospitals more PR
Five UChicago Faculty Elected to National Academy of Sciences in 2024 (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 2 (TNSres) -- The University of Chicago issued the following news:
Five University of Chicago scholars have been elected to the National Academy of Sciences, joining other scientists and researchers chosen in "recognition of their distinguished and continuing achievements in original research."
Profs. Nicolas Dauphas, David DeMille, Bonnie Fleming, Michael Greenstone, and Nipam Patel are among the 120 new members elected this year. The scholars are honored for their grou more PR
Fla. Gov. DeSantis Announces Freedom Summer Savings (10)
TAMPA, Florida, May 1 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release on April 30, 2024:
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that he would be signing the Freedom Summer Sales Tax Holiday, in the budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25. The Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday will take place the entire month of July and will make items such as fishing supplies, outdoor recreation equipment, admissions to state parks and, museums sales tax free. Additionally, the Governor announced that more PR
Following Congresswoman Fletcher's Advocacy, Biden Administration Awards $5.5 Million to Harris County Public Health To Improve Maternal and Infant Health (10)
HOUSTON, Texas, May 2 -- Rep. Lizzie Fletcher, D-Texas, issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will award $5.5 million in federal funding to Harris County Public Health (HCPH) to support the health care and social needs of mothers and infants in underserved communities throughout Harris County. The announcement comes after Congresswoman Fletcher wrote a letter to the Biden adm more PR
Foundation Fighting Blindness To Host Annual 2024 Gala Night for Sight (10)
NEW YORK, May 2 -- The Foundation Fighting Blindness issued the following news release:
The Foundation Fighting Blindness, the driving force in the global development of treatments and cures for blinding diseases, is hosting its annual Night for Sight gala on Thursday, May 9th at 6 p.m. ET at The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers in Manhattan. Night for Sight will present the prestigious Visionary Award to Stephen Rappoport, CEO of L'Amy America and Noah Katz, President and CEO of PSK Supermarkets. N more PR
Four Cornell professors elected to national academy (10)
ITHACA, New York, May 1 -- Cornell University issued the following news:
A professor of global development, a biochemist, a mathematician and a chemist are Cornell's 2024 electees to the National Academy of Sciences (NAS), the academy announced April 30 at the close of its 161st annual meeting.
The newly elected members are: Mario Herrero, professor and Nancy and Peter Meinig Family Investigator in the Life Sciences, Department of Global Development in the College of Agriculture and Life Scien more PR
Fox Nation to Present Surviving a Serial Killer With Harris Faulkner (10)
NEW YORK, May 1 -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, issued the following news release on April 30, 2024:
FOX Nation will debut Surviving a Serial Killer hosted by FOX News Channel's (FNC) Harris Faulkner today, Tuesday, April 30. The new three-part series details the 1984 abduction and escape of then 17-year-old Lisa McVey.
In commenting on the special, Faulkner said, "When a survivor talks, I listen. At just 17-years old, Lisa McVey endured unimaginable physical and mental torture at t more PR
Fox News Media Names Diana Jachman and Nathaniel King as Recipients of Fifth Annual Dr. Charles Krauthammer Memorial Scholarship (10)
NEW YORK, May 2 -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, issued the following news release:
FOX News Media, in partnership with the National Merit Scholarship Program, has selected Diana Jachman and Nathaniel King as the recipients of its fifth annual Dr. Charles Krauthammer Memorial Scholarship, announced FOX News Media CEO Suzanne Scott. Jachman is the daughter of FOX News Channel's (FNC) Atlanta bureau ENG field photographer Thomas Jachman, and King is the son of FNC's Dallas bureau ENG fi more PR
FSU Awards Three Faculty With Distinguished University Scholar Award (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 2 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
By Kathleen Haughney
Florida State University has awarded three outstanding faculty members with the Distinguished University Scholar Award in recognition of their long-standing track records of research and/or creative activity.
"Our specialized faculty lead major programs, train the next generation of scholars and provide a level of expertise that is often difficult to find," said Vice President for Research more PR
Golf Coaches Association: Christo Lamprecht Named 2024 Byron Nelson Award Recipient (10)
MCKINNEY, Texas, May 2 -- The Golf Coaches Association of America issued the following news:
Christo Lamprecht of Georgia Tech was named the 2024 Byron Nelson Award recipient by the Salesmanship Club of Dallas and GCAA this afternoon at TPC Craig Ranch. Awarded annually since 2002, Lamprecht joins Anders Albertson (2015), James White (2012), Roberto Castro (2007), and Troy Matteson (2003) as golfers from Georgia Tech to earn the award.
The recipient, a graduating senior, is recognized for thei more PR
Government Accountability Project: Statement Urging Congressional Oversight of CBP Medical Budget (10)
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Government Accountability Project issued the following news release on April 30, 2024:
Today, Acting Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Troy Miller testified at a hearing of the House Committee on Appropriations for the President's fiscal year 2025 budget request for CBP, requesting nearly $20 billion for the agency.
At the hearing, Representative Lauren Underwood (D-Ill) asked Acting Commissioner Miller what changes the agency made in operations more PR
Governor's Office of General Counsel Attorney Jonathan W. Kunkel to Receive Pennsylvania Bar Association Award for Leadership in Administrative Law (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 1 -- The Pennsylvania Bar Association issued the following news release on April 30, 2024:
The Pennsylvania Bar Association (PBA) Administrative Law Section will present its James S. Bowman Award to Jonathan W. Kunkel, an attorney for the Governor's Office of General Counsel, Harrisburg, at an awards ceremony on May 9 during the PBA Annual Meeting in Hershey.
The James S. Bowman Award honors a lawyer who is making a significant impact on the practice of administra more PR
Hannah Neprash Receives 2024 University of Minnesota McKnight Presidential Fellow Award (10)
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, May 1 -- The University of Minnesota School of Public Health issued the following news release:
University of Minnesota School of Public Health Assistant Professor Hannah Neprash has been recognized with the McKnight Presidential Fellow Award, one of the University's highest honors. A health economist, Neprash's research focuses on the delivery and financing of health care at a time when the complexity of the American health care system continues to grow.
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Henze to Step Down as LC State Athletic Director in June (10)
LEWISTON, Idaho, May 1 -- Lewis-Clark State College issued the following news release:
Brooke (Cushman) Henze announced Tuesday that she will be stepping down as Lewis-Clark State College's athletic director at the end of June.
Henze, 44, said it is simply the right time for the move. She is in her 18th year in the athletics department and seventh as athletic director. She will continue in her role, including as director of the Avista NAIA World Series, through June 30. She shared the followin more PR
Houlahan Issues Statement on University Demonstrations (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following statement on May 1, 2024:
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Today, Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) issued the following statement:
"The First Amendment protects every American's right to freedom of speech and peaceful assembly. This applies to all Americans, including university students. Young people should feel empowered to use their voices to express themselves and to support or disagree with the issues they feel strongly about. A more PR
Houlahan Votes in Favor of Antisemitism Awareness Act (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following statement on May 1, 2024:
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Today, Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) issued the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 6090, the Antisemitism Awareness Act.
"Since October 7, the House has taken more than 30 votes on the issue of antisemitism or similar. My voting record has been clear regarding my strong opposition to antisemitism, and today was no different as I voted yes on yet another bill more PR
Houlahan: Letting Affordable Connectivity Program Expire Harms Thousands of Pennsylvanians (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on April 30, 2024:
Today, Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) admonished House Republicans for allowing the Affordable Connectivity Program to expire. Enacted as part of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which Houlahan voted for and President Joe Biden signed into law, the Affordable Connectivity Program was used by 23 million households across the country to access affordable b more PR
House Transportation Committee Members Larsen, Titus Issue Statements From Hearing on FEMA Resilience Programs (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Washington, ranking member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
The following are opening remarks from Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management Dina Titus (D-NV) during today's hearing titled, "Disaster Mitigation: Reviewing th more PR
Husson University Will Host New Esports Camp This Summer (10)
BANGOR, Maine, May 1 -- Husson University issued the following news release:
A new summer camp is coming to Husson University that will teach kids the business side of esports from organizing tournaments to live-streaming.
Esports Camp will run for four weeks from July 15 through August 9 with each week featuring a different game. Participants ages 13 to 17 will learn about participating in esports as a professional athlete, gaining experience with streaming and broadcasting and learning to or more PR
ICYMI: Senator Reverend Warnock Celebrates $157 Million Investment in The Stitch at Economic Opportunity Rally with Vice President Harris (10)
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Raphael G. Warnock, D-Georgia, issued the following news release:
Atlanta, GA -- On Monday, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) joined Vice President Kamala Harris in Atlanta to celebrate a $157 million federal investment in the Stitch, a transformational infrastructure project in Downtown Atlanta helping reconnect communities displaced by highway construction. The Senator joined Vice President Harris for the first stop on her nationwide Economic Opportunity T more PR
iHeartMedia and P&G Announce Fifth Annual Can't Cancel Pride Will Stream on June 12 (10)
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 2 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
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WHAT: iHeartMedia and P&G will once again join forces during Pride Month for the return of Can't Cancel Pride - an evening recognizing the impact of music and the impact that LGBTQ+ organizations continue to have on the community. The special event will feature performances from some of today's hottest artists and appearances from influential voices in the LGBTQ+ community, and will be available to more PR
Ill. House Democrats: Mayfield Earns Gun Crime Safety Award for Work on Ballistics Detection (10)
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 2 -- The Illinois House Democrats issued the following news:
State Representative Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan, has been named a "2024 Violence Prevention Hero" for her continued efforts to help law enforcement in Illinois obtain the technological tools needed to fight firearm violence and violent crimes.
Evidence IQ, an Illinois company that presented the award to Mayfield, has been partnering with law enforcement agencies in Illinois and across the country with new te more PR
Illinois Farm Families - We Are the 96%' Campaign Ad Wins National Award (10)
BLOOMINGTON, Illinois, May 1 -- The Illinois Soybean Association posted the following news release on May 1, 2024:
The Illinois Farm Families (IFF) coalition won a Best of Show award in the consumer category last week at the National Agri-Marketing Association 2024 AgriMarketing Conference in Kansas City. The Best of NAMA awards program honors the best of the best work in ag communications; companies and agencies must first qualify through regional competition to advance to the national level.
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In Case You Missed It: VIDEO: Capito Questions Acting HUD Secretary on Project Delays, Return to Office Policies (10)
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release:
**To watch Senator Capito's questioning, click here or on the image above.**
Yesterday, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies (T-HUD), questioned U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Acting Secretary Adrianne Todman during a hearing to review the pres more PR
Inspira Health's Elmer, Mullica Hill and Vineland Hospitals Honored for Quality and Safety by National and Regional Organizations (10)
MULLICA HILL, New Jersey, May 2 -- Inspira Health, a health care provider, delivering continuum of primary, acute and advanced care services, issued the following news release:
Inspira Medical Centers Mullica Hill, Vineland, and Elmer, part of Inspira Health, each earned an "A" for the Spring 2024 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade. All three medical centers have also been honored by the Greater Philadelphia Business Coalition on Health (GPBCH) with its 2023 GPBCH Regional Quality and Safety Award. more PR
International Association of Fire Chiefs: Two Fire/EMS Departments to Receive Heart Safe Community Awards at 2024 Fire-Rescue Med Conference (10)
MCLEAN, Virginia, May 1 -- The International Association of Fire Chiefs issued the following news release:
Each year, the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) and PulsePoint Foundation recognize two fire service-based EMS agencies with the Heart Safe Community awards. These awards recognize the agencies for their exceptional work in improving community outcomes for patients with Acute Coronary Syndromes (ACS) and its life-threatening complication, sudden cardiac arrest.
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International Press Institute: Terrorism Investigation Into Catalan Journalist Raises Concerns Ahead of Elections (10)
VIENNA, Austria, May 1 -- The International Press Institute issued the following news:
Journalists and media freedom organizations express concern over the investigation for terrorism of Catalan journalist Jesus Rodriguez Selles, now residing in Switzerland. The investigation, lasting for four years after the alleged crime, coincides with negotiations over the amnesty law for pro-independence leaders. Fearing politicization of the case, the Media Freedom Rapid Response partners call for a revie more PR
Ivy Tech Community College's Ivy+ IT Academy Wins 2024 TechPoint Mira Award for Community Impact (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, May 2 -- Ivy Tech Community College issued the following news on May 1, 2024:
Ivy Tech Community College today announced it received the 2024 Community Impact Award at the 25th annual TechPoint Mira Awards gala on April 26. Ivy Tech was recognized for the Ivy+ IT Academy, a program that fills a crucial gap in Indiana's rapidly expanding tech sector by providing accelerated IT training to Indiana residents.
In partnership with Google and Jobs for the Future, the Ivy+ IT A more PR
Katahdin Community and Business Owners Support Expanded Access to Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument (10)
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, issued the following news release:
Senator Angus King (I-ME), Chairman of the Senate Subcommittee on National Parks, has reintroduced legislation to authorize additional access to the Katahdin Woods and Waters (KWW) National Monument. Following meetings with local stakeholders, the refined text of the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument Access Act would authorize additional access points to KWW by giving the National Park Service (NP more PR
Kennesaw State Receives Insight Into Diversity 2024 Alumni Association Inclusive Excellence Award (10)
KENNESAW, Georgia, May 2 -- Kennesaw State University issued the following news release:
Kennesaw State University's Alumni Association received the 2024 Alumni Association Inclusive Excellence Award from Insight Into Diversity magazine, the largest and oldest diversity and inclusion publication in higher education. The Alumni Award honors alumni associations' programs, culture, and initiatives that encourage and support diversity, inclusion and a sense of belonging for all alumni.
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KU Celebrates Undergraduate Research at Annual Symposium (10)
LAWRENCE, Kansas, May 1 (TNSres) -- The University of Kansas issued the following news:
More than 130 undergraduate students participated in the 27th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium this year. The symposium took place online April 15-19 and featured oral and poster presentations as well as artist's talks and creative displays from many disciplines. Presentations can still be viewed on the symposium website.
In addition to the previously announced ACE Talks presentation winners, who eac more PR
Lackawanna County Lawyer Michael J. McDonald to Serve as Immediate Past President of the Pennsylvania Bar Association (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 2 -- The Pennsylvania Bar Association issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
Lackawanna County lawyer Michael J. McDonald, a founding partner in the Scranton law firm of McDonald and MacGregor LLC, will become immediate past president of the Pennsylvania Bar Association (PBA) at the conclusion of the association's Annual Meeting May 10 in Hershey.
As immediate past president, McDonald will continue to serve as an officer on the PBA Board of Governors.
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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Honored as a 2024 VETS Indexes 4-Star Employer (10)
LIVERMORE, California, May 2 (TNSres) -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news:
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has been recognized as a VETS Indexes 4 Star Employer in the 2024 VETS Indexes Employer Awards. The award recognizes organizations committed to recruiting, hiring, retaining, developing and supporting veterans and the military-connected community. LLNL is one of 285 organizations recognized for 2024. See the full more PR
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory: Pett-Ridge Selected as a 2024 Ecological Society of America Fellow (10)
LIVERMORE, California, May 2 (TNSres) -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news:
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) scientist and head of the Lab's Carbon Initiative Jennifer Pett-Ridge has been selected as a fellow of the Ecological Society of America (ESA).
ESA designates fellows of the society for certain members who have made outstanding contributions to a wide range of fields served by ESA. Pett-Ridge was selected for he more PR
Leeds Trinity's Health and Life Sciences Building Shortlisted for National Construction Award (10)
LEEDS, England, May 1 -- Leeds Trinity University issued the following news:
Leeds Trinity University's purpose-built Health and Life Sciences building, located at its Main Campus in Horsforth, has been shortlisted for 'Project of the Year for Education (Secondary and Higher)' at the Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) awards 2024.
Opened for use in October 2023, the Health and Life Sciences building is the home of the University's new Nursing degrees, which welcomed its first cohorts of stu more PR
Lehigh County Lawyer Nancy Conrad to Serve as President of the Pennsylvania Bar Association (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 2 -- The Pennsylvania Bar Association issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
Nancy Conrad, a partner with Philadelphia-based White and Williams LLP, managing partner of White and Williams' Lehigh Valley office and a resident of Lehigh County, will become president of the Pennsylvania Bar Association (PBA) at the conclusion of the association's Annual Meeting on May 10 in Hershey.
During her year as president, Conrad will build on what she identifies as more PR
Local Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Honors Two of TLU's Own (10)
SEGUIN, Texas, May 2 -- Texas Lutheran University issued the following news:
The Seguin-Guadalupe County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce recently held its 35th Annual Awards Banquet, where they honored businesses, individuals, and community groups who make Seguin a better place.
Among those receiving awards are two of TLU's own: Dr. Cesar Silva, Assistant Professor for Mexican American Studies and the Director of the Center for Mexican American Studies, and attorney and TLU alum Paul Gaytan.
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London Gatwick Lends Helping Hand to Good Causes in Sussex, Surrey and Kent (10)
LONDON, England, May 2 -- London Gatwick issued the following news:
A total of 17 groups across the region benefitted from a financial boost from the fund as they continue to battle the cost-of-living crisis.
In Sussex, the five good causes to receive funding were Wealden Volunteering (pound sterling8,000), Autism Support Crawley (pound sterling7,000), Bentswood Hub in Haywards Heath (pound sterling5,000), The Good Company People in Wealden (pound sterling5,000) and the Gatwick Detainees Welfa more PR
LSU Librarian Nicollette Davis Drives Change as 2024 Mover & Shaker (10)
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, May 2 -- Louisiana State University issued the following news release:
In her short time at LSU, Librarian Nicollette Davis has made an indelible mark on LSU Libraries and the library world writ large. This year, she was named a 2024 Mover & Shaker by Library Journal for her dedication to equal opportunity initiatives. Library Journal is a premier American trade publication for librarians that was founded in 1876. It has awarded more than 20,000 recipients since the awar more PR
Macalester College: Maccolades for April 2024 - Awards Galore (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 2 -- Macalester College issued the following monthly roundup:
Maccolades is a monthly round-up of the most recent accolades and accomplishments earned by members of the Macalester community. Below are highlights from April 2024.
Speaking up for libraries
Angi Faiks, library director, was nominated and elected to the Executive Committee of the Center For Research Libraries Board of Directors.
"I am thrilled to be representing Macalester and colleges like ours on the more PR
Machine Learning for Maternal Health: OU Engineer Receives NSF CAREER Award for Preeclampsia Study (10)
NORMAN, Oklahoma, May 1 (TNSres) -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news release:
Talayah Razzaghi, an assistant professor of industrial and systems engineering at the University of Oklahoma, has been awarded a Faculty Early Career Development Program award from the National Science Foundation for her work titled "Personalized Maternal Care Decision Support System for Underserved Populations."
Known as a CAREER award, Razzaghi was awarded $496,732 to research machine learning-b more PR
Main Street Ventures, Thomas More University Partner for Inventure Entrepreneurship Academy (10)
CINCINNATI, Ohio, May 1 -- Thomas More University issued the following news release:
Thomas More University's Dr. Anthony '65 and Geraldine '66 Zembrodt Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (ZCEI) will partner with Main Street Ventures as it prepares for the third annual Inventure Entrepreneurship Academy, a one-week entrepreneurship boot camp for high school students, this summer.
Through this collaborative effort, Main Street Ventures, a leading organization dedicated to supporting en more PR
Marian University Byrum School of Business Students Awarded Second in National Competitions (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, May 2 -- Marian University issued the following news:
Marian University celebrates yet another triumph as its Byrum School of Business Marketing students secured an impressive second-place victory in the esteemed American Marketing Association Case Competition held in New Orleans from April 10 to 13. This phenomenal win marks the third consecutive year that the Byrum team has clinched a spot among the top 10 national finalists, showcasing their unwavering commitment to ex more PR
Marriott International Reports First Quarter 2024 Results (10)
BETHESDA, Maryland, May 1 (TNSres) -- Marriott International issued the following news:
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* First quarter 2024 comparable systemwide constant dollar RevPAR increased 4.2 percent worldwide, 1.5 percent in the U.S. & Canada, and 11.1 percent in international markets, compared to the 2023 first quarter;
* First quarter reported diluted EPS totaled $1.93, compared to reported diluted EPS of $2.43 in the year-ago quarter. First quarter adjusted diluted EPS totaled $2.13, compared to first quar more PR
Matt Hogue to Develop and Lead New Academic Center for Sports Broadcasting at CCU (10)
CONWAY, South Carolina, May 1 -- Coastal Carolina University issued the following news:
Coastal Carolina University will soon begin the development of an academic center devoted to training the next generation of leaders in sports broadcasting. Matt Hogue, broadcast veteran and vice president for intercollegiate athletics and University recreation, will transition to a new role in the Thomas W. and Robin W. Edwards College of Humanities and Fine Arts to take the lead in this endeavor, effective more PR
May 2024 Council and Chapter News (10)
WASHINGTON, April 30 [Category: National Defense] -- The Military Officers Association of America issued the following news:
Recent news from The MOAA Newsletter. View previous editions of Council and Chapter News here. Send updates about your affiliate's activities to chapters@moaa.org for possible inclusion in future editions.
Advocacy in Action Week Recap and Photos
MOAA council and chapter leaders from across the U.S. joined MOAA National leaders and staff April 16-19 for the association more PR
McGlinchey Stafford Elects 4 Members to Policy Committee (10)
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, May 2 -- McGlinchey Stafford, a law firm, issued the following news release:
McGlinchey Stafford is pleased to announce the election of four Members (Partners) to the firm's executive Policy Committee:
* Jeff Barringer (Albany)
* Megan Ben'Ary (Washington, DC)
* Jean-Paul (J-P) Perrault (Baton Rouge)
* Robert Savoie (Cleveland)
These four Members will serve two- or three-year terms which began on April 1, 2024. It is the first term on the committee for Jeff, Megan, more PR
MD Anderson Researcher Sharon Dent Elected to Prestigious National Academy of Sciences (10)
HOUSTON, Texas, May 2 -- The University of Texas's MD Anderson Cancer Center issued the following news release:
Sharon Dent, Ph.D., professor of Epigenetics and Molecular Carcinogenesis at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, has been elected to the National Academy of Sciences (NAS). Dent is a global leader in the field of chromatin research whose foundational work has helped define the role of chromatin in cancer growth and development.
Dent is one of 120 members and 24 interna more PR
Mellon Foundation Boosts Council on Library Information Resources Digitizing Hidden Collections: Amplifying Unheard Voices (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 2 -- The Council on Library and Information Resources issued the following news release:
The Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR) has been awarded a $5 million grant from the Mellon Foundation to fund the third cycle of the Digitizing Hidden Special Collections: Amplifying Unheard Voices regranting program and its related operations.
This eagerly awaited second renewal continues the thematic focus, emphasizing collections centered around historically ma more PR
Mercer to Confer Degrees to More Than 2,200 Graduates at Five Commencements in May (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 2 -- Mercer University issued the following news:
By Jennifer Fairfield-Williams
MACON/ATLANTA - Mercer will confer bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees to more than 2,200 students participating in five commencements during May in Macon and Atlanta. The total number of students meeting the requirements for graduation exceeds 2,600.
Commencement speakers will include President and CEO of the Georgia Hospital Association Caylee Noggle for the School of Medicine; Manag more PR
Mercer University: Assistant Professor Receives Outstanding Teaching Award (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 1 -- Mercer University issued the following news:
By Jennifer Fairfield-Williams
Mercer University Assistant Professor of Technical Communication Dr. Philip B. Gallagher recently received a 2024 CCCC Outstanding Teaching Award at the Conference on College Composition and Communication (CCCC). CCCC is a constituent organization within the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE). Gallagher is one of two recipients of this award.
"I am honored and grateful for being more PR
Mercer University: Assistant Professor Receives Outstanding Teaching Award (10)
MACON, Georgia, May 2 -- Mercer University issued the following news:
Mercer University Assistant Professor of Technical Communication Dr. Philip B. Gallagher recently received a 2024 CCCC Outstanding Teaching Award at the Conference on College Composition and Communication (CCCC). CCCC is a constituent organization within the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE). Gallagher is one of two recipients of this award.
"I am honored and grateful for being recognized," Gallagher said. "Bein more PR
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada Announces Judicial Appointments in the Province of Ontario (10)
OTTAWA, Ontario, May 2 - The Canadian Department of Justice, an arm of the Canadian government, issued the following news release:
The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointments under the judicial application process established in 2016. This process emphasizes transparency, merit, and the diversity of the Canadian population, and will continue to ensure the appointment of jurists who meet the highest standards of excel more PR
Missouri Valley College: Scholarships Presented At Student Research Symposium (10)
MARSHALL, Missouri, May 1 (TNSres) -- Missouri Valley College issued the following news:
More than 150 students presented Monday at Missouri Valley College's Spring 2024 Student Research Symposium, setting a record for participation. The symposium, now in its 8th year, featured academic, creative and professional student work.
The event culminated with the presentation of four $500 scholarships to the Excellence in Student Research Winners. They are:
Best Poster: Kilee Bradley Robinson for "T more PR
MIT: Julie Shah Named Head of the Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics (10)
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 1 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology issued the following news:
By Mary Beth Gallagher, School of Engineering
Julie Shah '04, SM '06, PhD '11, the H.N. Slater Professor in Aeronautics and Astronautics, has been named the new head of the Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AeroAstro), effective May 1.
"Julie brings an exceptional record of visionary and interdisciplinary leadership to this role. She has made substantial technical contributions i more PR
MSK Awards and Appointments April 2024 (10)
NEW YORK, May 1 -- The Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center issued the following news release:
Victoria Blinder Awarded Funding from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute
Victoria Blinder, MD, FASCO, medical oncologist, was awarded funding from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) on behalf of the Alliance NCTN Foundation . The inaugural funding awards from the PCORI will support patient-centered comparative clinical effectiveness research on cancer, heart fail more PR
MSU Billings Announces 97th Annual Commencement (10)
BILLINGS, Montana, May 1 -- Montana State University-Billings issued the following news:
The 97th Annual Montana State University Billings Commencement Ceremony will take place Saturday, May 4, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at MetraPark.
Approximately 700 students are expected to have the opportunity to participate in the Commencement Ceremony this spring. This includes degree candidates from fall 2023, spring 2024, and summer 2024. The event is open to the public.
"Commencement is more than a culm more PR
MSU's Nadorff Honored by Nationally Prestigious Psychology Group, Named 'Friend of APTC' (10)
STARKVILLE, Mississippi, May 2 -- Mississippi State University issued the following news:
For demonstrating long-standing commitment to the field of psychology, Mississippi State University's Michael Nadorff is the recipient of a prestigious Friend of APTC award from the Association of Psychology Training Clinics, an annual honor presented to educators who provide unwavering support while training future psychologists.
Nadorff, a professor and director of the MSU Department of Psychology's cli more PR
Museum of Science, Boston Senior Vice President Elected to Prestigious National Academy of Education (10)
BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 2 -- The Museum of Science, Boston, issued the following news release:
Dr. Christine M. Cunningham, Senior Vice President of STEM Learning at the Museum of Science, Boston, was elected to membership in the National Academy of Education (NAEd) for her significant contributions to educational research and policy. Dr. Cunningham is one of 14 members elected to the Academy in 2024.
Founded in 1965, the NAEd is a nonprofit dedicated to improving educational policy and pr more PR
N.C. State Treasurer Folwell 'Horrified' at Death of Four Officers in Charlotte (10)
RALEIGH, North Carolina, May 1 -- The North Carolina State Treasurer issued the following news release on April 30, 2024:
State Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA, today said that the Department of State Treasurer (DST) and the Retirement Systems Division (RSD) will "do everything in our power" to get benefits paid for the officers killed in yesterday's tragic attack that left four officers dead and another four wounded. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Officer Joshua Eyer and N.C. Department of Correc more PR
N.M. Economic Development Dept.: New Mexico Deal With Maxeon Gets Top Honors From Site Selection (10)
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, May 2 -- The New Mexico Department of Economic Development issued the following news release:
Site Selection magazine has named the State of New Mexico 's agreement with Maxeon Solar Technologies to build a solar cell manufacturing plant in Albuquerque as one of the 2023 Top Deals in North America.
In the publication's annual list, released Wednesday, May 1, the $1 billion Maxeon project in Mesa del Sol was ranked as the 17th top deal of 2023 and one of the few focused more PR
N.Y. U.S. Attorney: Newburgh Woman Charged With Defrauding Military Charities and the Veteran's Administration and With Fraudulently Claiming to Be a Purple Heart Recipient (10)
NEW YORK, May 2 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
Damian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and James Smith, the Assistant Director in Charge of the New York Field Office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation ("FBI"), announced the unsealing of an Indictment charging SHARON TONEY FINCH with defrauding military charities and the Veteran's Administration ("VA") and wi more PR
NACDS Bestows Chain Pharmacy's Highest Honor on Randy Edeker at 2024 NACDS Annual Meeting (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 2 -- The National Association of Chain Drug Stores issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) has recognized NACDS Past Chair Randy Edeker with chain pharmacy's highest honor: the Sheldon W. Fantle Lifetime Achievement Award. Edeker served as chair of NACDS from 2015-2016. He held the titles of chairman, chief executive officer and president of Hy-Vee, Inc., from 2009 to 2022. He currently serves as Hy-Vee's e more PR
NAESP and Nebraska Department of Education Honor Latest Pre-K-3 Leadership Academy Participants (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 2 -- The National Association of Elementary School Principals issued the following news release:
The National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) and the Nebraska Department of Education are pleased to announce 17 school/district leaders have recently completed the NAESP Pre-K-3 Leadership Academy. The participants represent the fourth Nebraska cohort to participate in the award-winning professional learning program that provides principals and other sc more PR
NAFA's 2024 Institute & Expo: Insights, Innovations and Industry Highlights (10)
PRINCETON, New Jersey, May 2 -- The NAFA Fleet Management Association issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA) recently concluded its 2024 Institute and Expo (I&E), April 22-24, in San Antonio, TX where 2100+ fleet and mobility professionals from around the globe convened to network, learn and explore the latest products and services from industry suppliers. I&E welcomed attendees from 46 states, 6 Canadian provinces and 16 countries, representi more PR
NASA Selects BAE Systems to Develop Air Quality Instrument for NOAA (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 (TNSres) -- NASA issued the following news release:
NASA, on behalf of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has selected BAE Systems (formerly known as Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corporation) of Boulder, Colorado, to develop an instrument to monitor air quality and provide information about the impact of air pollutants on Earth for NOAA's Geostationary Extended Observations (GeoXO) satellite program.
This cost-plus-award-fee contract is valued at app more PR
NASCIO Technology Champion Award Honors Oklahoma's Justin Devero (10)
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, May 1 -- The National Association of State Chief Information Officers issued the following news release on April 30, 2024:
The National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO) has awarded Oklahoma web modernization manger, Justin Devero, with the association's 2024 Technology Champion Award. In the award nomination, Justin was described as a "visionary leader whose pioneering spirit has been a catalyst for the state's digital transformation journey." Justin more PR
National Physical Laboratory Principal Scientist Has Been Appointed Trustee of the Daphne Jackson Trust (10)
MIDDLESEX, England, May 2 -- The National Physical Laboratory issued the following news:
Alex Jones, Principal Scientist in Biometrology, has been appointed to the Board of Trustees of the Daphne Jackson Trust where he will become a member of the Finance and General Purposes Committee and Chair of the Awards Assessment Sub-Panel for Engineering & Physical Sciences.
He originally joined the Trust's Award Assessment Panel in 2019, which comprises a range of subject experts and considers Fellows more PR
National PTA Honors Student Artists for Their Creativity in Reflections Program (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 2 -- The National Parent Teacher Association issued the following news release:
National PTA is pleased to announce the winners of its 2023-2024 Reflections student art program. Seven students have been honored with the Outstanding Interpretation Award, and over 200 students have been recognized with Awards of Excellence and Merit. The awards honor creative interpretations of the theme I am Hopeful Because... in the categories of dance choreography, film production, li more PR
National Small Business Week: IRS Warns Entrepreneurs to Take Precautions on Data Security (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Internal Revenue Service issued the following news release:
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Protect Their Businesses, Employees, Customers
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As National Small Business Week continues, the Internal Revenue Service urges entrepreneurs to put in place data security safeguards protecting their financial, personal and employee information from scams and cybercriminals hunting for easy targets.
The IRS continues to see instances where small businesses and othe more PR
NBAA Names Recipients of Maintenance AMT Scholarships (10)
PORTLAND, Oregon, May 2 -- The National Business Aviation Association issued the following news release:
The National Business Aviation Association's (NBAA's) Maintenance Committee has announced the recipients of 2024 Maintenance AMT Scholarships.
With the Maintenance AMT awards in hand, these award recipients will be able to attend model-specific courses at training centers offering aircraft, engine and avionics instruction. Dedicated to the promotion of technical education and training for m more PR
NBCUniversal: CNBC's Efforts to Democratize Business Information to All Continues (10)
NEW YORK, May 2 -- NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, issued the following news:
Helping next generation audiences access important personal finance information and meeting them where they are is a vital part of CNBC's 35-year-old promise to give audiences the information and context they need to make important life decisions about their finances.
CNBC's Partnership with Junior Achievement
In partnership with Junior Achievement, the nation's largest organization dedicated to giving young more PR
New Online This May From the National Film Board of Canada. Online Premieres and a Celebration of Asian Heritage Month at Nfb.ca. (10)
MONTREAL, Quebec, May 2 -- The National Film Board of Canada issued the following news release:
The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) is featuring powerful and thought-provoking free programming on nfb.ca throughout the month of May.
The NFB website will feature five online premieres in May, along with Asian Heritage Month special programming.
In total, nfb.ca now offers more than 6,500 online films and a collection of more than 100 interactive works.
* Starting May 1 | Asian Heritage Mont more PR
New Report: Minnesota Demonstrates Significant Clean Energy Progress and Leadership (10)
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, May 1 (TNSres) -- The Business Council for Sustainable Energy issued the following news release on April 30, 2024:
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Carbon emissions drop 10% as state heads toward zero-carbon power generation
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Minnesota has once again proven itself a leader in the clean energy transition, with the 2024 Minnesota Energy Factsheet showing that zero-carbon power generated 54% of the state's electricity in 2023. The report, released today by Clean Energy Economy Minnesota (CEEM more PR
New River Community College Philanthropists Honored With 2024 Chancellor's Award for Leadership in Philanthropy (10)
DUBLIN, Virginia, May 2 -- New River Community College issued the following news release:
Gary Hancock of Pulaski recently received the 18th Annual Chancellor's Award for Leadership in Philanthropy. He was nominated for the award by New River Community College.
Hosted by the Virginia Foundation for Community College Education (VFCEE), more than two dozen individuals, families, and organizations have earned the 2024 Chancellor's Award for Leadership in Philanthropy. The awards were presented at more PR
Newberry College Honors Supporters, Confers Honorary Degree (10)
NEWBERRY, South Carolina, May 1 -- Newberry College issued the following news:
Newberry College honored several key supporters Friday night, expressing gratitude for continued service and support of the institution. The honors included induction into the John Bachman Founders Society and an honorary degree.
The society was established in 2015 to recognize and honor individuals, churches, foundations and corporations who have made significant contributions to the college. The distinguished memb more PR
NFL: Bears GM Ryan Poles on Taking Punter Tory Taylor in Fourth Round - 'I Didn't Expect Him to Get Much Further' (10)
CANTON, Ohio, May 2 -- The National Football League issued the following news:
By Grant Gordon, Digital Content Editor
Caleb Williams' No. 1 overall selection was expected and celebrated.
Rome Odunze being taken at No. 9 was universally lauded.
The Chicago Bears' 2024 NFL Draft class -- small in number as it might well have been -- was going swimmingly until a fourth-round splash that had pundits aplenty scratching their heads. That's when the Bears became the first team to select a speciali more PR
NIAF and Italian American Citizenship Assistance Program Announce New Partnership to Benefit Italian Americans Seeking Dual Citizenship (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The National Italian American Foundation issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) and the Italian American Citizenship Assistance Program (ITAMCAP) today announced an exclusive multi-year partnership to help members of the Italian American community obtain recognition of their Italian citizenship.
According to U.S. Census data, there are over 17 million Americans of Italian descent, making it the seventh largest ethn more PR
NMSU Announces 34th Annual WERC Environmental Design Contest Winners (10)
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, May 1 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release on April 30, 2024:
Nearly 100 students from 11 universities competed in New Mexico State University College of Engineering's 34th annual WERC Environmental Design Contest April 7-10 at the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum.
The WERC Environmental Design Contest brings industry, government and academia together in search for improved solutions to today's environmental challenges in all fields more PR
NRB Honors U.S. Service Members During Military Appreciation Month (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- National Religious Broadcasters issued the following news release:
The National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) association acknowledges the patriotic service and sacrifice of U.S. service members, veterans, and their families during Military Appreciation Month.
The following statement is attributable to Troy A. Miller, NRB President & CEO:
"As we observe Military Appreciation Month, I want to extend my gratitude to all those who have served in the U.S. military, including m more PR
NYC Health + Hospitals and MetroPlusHealth Staff Members Honored by Schneps Media's 2024 'Healthcare Heroes' Recognition List (10)
NEW YORK, May 2 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
NYC Health + Hospitals today announced that eleven staff members were recognized as honorees in Schneps Media's annual "Healthcare Heroes" recognition list. Health care professionals from New York City to Long Island were celebrated for their dedication to serving their patients and advancing their fields. The award is presented by The Carmelite Group, with Chloe Melas, an entertainment corres more PR
Oak Ridge Activity Report for Week Ending April 5, 2024 (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board Resident Inspector at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory issued the following weekly report:
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TO: Timothy J. Dwyer, Technical Director
FROM: Frank Harshman and Clinton Jones, Resident Inspectors
SUBJECT: Oak Ridge Activity Report for Week Ending April 5, 2024
National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA): NNSA established two separate field offices to oversee operations at the Y-12 National Security Complex and Pantex Pl more PR
Ohio A.G. Yost Recognizes Youngstown Students for Essays That Aim to Curb Youth Violence (10)
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio, May 1 -- Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost issued the following news release:
Students in the Youngstown City School District, in collaboration with Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and the national "Do the Write Thing Program," continue to make strides in their mission. Their goal is to empower young individuals to candidly talk about violence they've encountered and offer solutions for their communities.
This afternoon, AG Yost recognized 10 Youngstown students as program fina more PR
Opening Nights at FSU Announces New Chair (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 2 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
By Noelle Enright
Opening Nights at Florida State University's Development Council has selected Ron Sachs as its chair for the 2024-2025 season.
In this role, Sachs, a Miami native and founder/chairman emeritus of Tallahassee-based Sachs Media, will be an advocate for Opening Nights by strengthening the relationship between the performing arts program and the community.
"For many years, our family and work fam more PR
OSU students take the stage in 'Battle of the Bands' competition (10)
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, April 30 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news:
While most Oklahoma State University students are hitting the library to study for finals, music industry majors take the stage to learn about all facets of the music industry.
The "Anything but Classical" course at the Michael and Anne Greenwood School of Music offers many unique opportunities for students to get involved in producing, performing and writing music. One event that every student l more PR
PEN America Mourns the Death of 'Writer's Writer' Paul Auster (10)
NEW YORK, May 2 -- PEN America issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
PEN America mourns the death of prolific author and longtime friend of PEN Paul Auster, who died on Tuesday at age 77. Suzanne Nossel, CEO of PEN America, said the following:
"In addition to shaping the worldviews of generations of Americans through his bracing and beloved novels, Paul Auster was a writer's writer, consistently standing in solidarity with authors in China, Iran, Russia and around the world who wer more PR
PEN America: Record Number of Writers Jailed Worldwide in 2023 (10)
NEW YORK, May 2 -- PEN America issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
PEN America today released its annual Freedom to Write Index, recording the highest number of jailed writers around the globe since the Index launched five years ago. There were 339 writers from 33 countries jailed in 2023, an increase of 62 writers compared to 2022 and 101 more than in 2019.
War and conflict significantly impacted writers in 2023, as the crackdown on free expression in Israel and Russia resulted more PR
Pennsylvania College of Technology: Children's Learning Center Receives State Equity Award (10)
WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, May 2 -- The Pennsylvania College of Technology issued the following news on May 1, 2024:
Pennsylvania College of Technology's Robert & Maureen Dunham Children's Learning Center is among 22 recipients of gold-level recognition in Pennsylvania's 2024 Equity in Early Childhood Education Champion Awards.
Gold, silver or bronze recognition was awarded to 37 recipients based on their ability to enhance equitable practices within their program as part of providing quality more PR
PGA WORKS Collegiate Championship Returns to TPC Sawgrass (10)
FRISCO, Texas, May 2 -- The Professional Golfers Association of America issued the following news release:
The 37th edition of the PGA WORKS Collegiate Championship, presented by Chase, Kohler and ADT, will be played May 6-8 on the Stadium and Dye's Valley courses at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.
The 187-player field consists of 27 teams and 52 individuals representing Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Hispanic-serving institutions and other Minority-serving instituti more PR
Philippine Supreme Court: Justice Singh Keynotes National Women's Summit (10)
MANILA, Philippines, May 2 -- The Supreme Court of the Philippines issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
Supreme Court (SC) Associate Justice Maria Filomena D. Singh, Co-Chair of the SC Committee on Gender Responsiveness in the Judiciary (CGRJ), underscored the importance of education and awareness in promoting gender equality in her message as a keynote speaker on the first day of the 7th National Women's Summit organized by the Miriam College-Women and Gender Institute held on Apr more PR
Pitt Swanson School of Engineering: SPIRALing Into the Future (10)
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, May 1 (TNSres) -- The University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering issued the following news:
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A team of researchers at the University of Pittsburgh and Zhejiang University developed a new framework called SPIRAL to improve high computing performance
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From a luxury to a day-to-day necessity, computing isn't quite what it used to be.
As applications like machine learning and 5G mobile networks become the norm, the need for high computing perform more PR
Portraits of Veterans Painted by President George W. Bush Coming to Walt Disney World Resort (10)
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Florida, May 2 -- Disney World issued the following news release:
The Walt Disney Company announced it will host "Portraits of Courage: A Commander's Tribute to America's Warriors," a special exhibit from the George W. Bush Institute, for a 12-month exhibition inside The American Adventure pavilion at EPCOT located at Walt Disney World Resort starting with a grand opening on June 9.
Growing out of President George W. Bush's personal commitment and the ongoing work of the Bush more PR
Prebys Foundation Awards $1 Million to Support Salk Institute's Research and Diversity Efforts (10)
LA JOLLA, California, May 2 (TNSres) -- The Salk Institute for Biological Studies issued the following news release:
As part of its $7 million "Prebys Research Heroes" program, the Prebys Foundation awarded Salk Professor Tatyana Sharpee and Assistant Professor Dannielle Engle each $500,000 to fund their research. The grants will be dispensed over two years and are part of 14 grants the foundation awarded to support women pursuing research careers in San Diego.
"We are deeply grateful to the P more PR
Prolific potholes in the prairie star in award-winning short film (10)
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSres) -- The National Science Foundation issued the following news release:
Most of us think potholes are something to avoid.
However, some potholes are worth protecting. The U.S. National Science Foundation is funding researchers to study prairie pothole wetlands, which are ecologically and economically important, but under threat from climate change and land use. The team's short film on its work recently won the 2024 Grand Prize for Environmental Communications from the more PR
Purdue-Created Technology Makes 3D Microscopes Easier to Use, Less Expensive to Manufacture (10)
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, May 1 (TNSres) -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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Electronically tunable lens changes the imaging system's focal plane without moving parts
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Researchers in Purdue University's College of Engineering are developing patented and patent-pending innovations that make 3D microscopes faster to operate and less expensive to manufacture.
Traditional, large depth-of-field 3D microscopes are used across academia and industry, with applications more PR
Purdue: Anu Receives Grant From NSF's Technology Enhancement for Commercial Partnerships Program (10)
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, May 2 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
Anu(TM), a health and wellness brand developing innovative controlled-environment agriculture systems, has received a $194,197 grant through the National Science Foundation's Technology Enhancement for Commercial Partnerships, or TECP, program.
Purdue University alumni Scott Massey and Ivan Ball founded anu, which has received funding from Purdue Innovates. Anu currently is led by partners Sven Nelson, Ball more PR
Q&A: Railroad Retirement Spouse Annuities (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The Railroad Retirement Board issued the following news release:
In addition to the railroad retirement annuities payable to railroad employees, the Railroad Retirement Act, like the Social Security Act, provides for direct payment of spouse annuities to the wives and husbands of retired employees. Divorced spouses may also qualify for annuities.
The following questions and answers describe the annuities payable to spouses and their eligibility requirements. Information re more PR
Regis College: Master of Social Work Candidate for Graduation and Senior Class President to Serve as the University's 2024 Student Commencement Speakers (10)
WESTON, Massachusetts, May 1 -- Regis College issued the following news:
Cassandra Colon, MSW '24, and Madeline Conover '24, have been selected as the student speakers for the university's 94th commencement ceremony on Sat., May 11 at the Leader Bank Pavilion in Boston.
As a student in the university's graduate program, Colon was an active member of the Master of Social Work (MSW) Advisory Board, worked as a student mentor and tutor, and served as a graduate student representative on the Regis more PR
REP. HILL ANNOUNCES RECIPIENTS OF THE 2024 EDUCATION ACHIEVEMENT AWARD (10)
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. French Hill, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release:
Rep. French Hill (AR-02) today announced the high school recipients of his 2024 Education Achievement Award. There were 38 honorees throughout central Arkansas this year.
"I am proud to announce the recipients of this year's Education Achievement Award. These bright students have worked tirelessly towards success in their studies and in their communities. I am inspired by the success and determination shown more PR
Rep. Mike Levin Honors Deysi Merino-Gonzalez as April 2024 Constituent of the Month (10)
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Mike Levin, D-California, issued the following news release:
Deysi Merino-Gonzalez
Vista, CA - Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) announced Deysi Merino-Gonzalez as his April 2024 Constituent of the Month. Ms. Merino-Gonzalez was born in Oaxaca, Mexico, and immigrated to the U.S. almost 20 years ago. She joined the Vista Community Clinic as a community health specialist in 2020 during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, she played a critical role in bringing v more PR
Rep. Scholten Named 'Fiscal Hero' for Bipartisan Work to Reign in Government Spending (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Hillary Scholten, D-Michigan, issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
Today, Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) was named a "Fiscal Hero" by Fix the Debt, a project of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, for her bipartisan work to reign in the national debt and be a responsible steward of taxpayer dollars. Rep. Scholten was one of just 10 House Democrats to receive the honor and the only Democrat from Michigan. She will receive the award at a special c more PR
Rep. Sewell Continues Small Business Tour Through Alabama's 7th Congressional District Ahead of National Small Business Week (10)
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Terri Sewell, D-Alabama, issued the following news release:
Birmingham, AL -- Ahead of National Small Business Week, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) continued her Small Business Tour through Alabama's 7th Congressional District. Rep. Sewell made stops at four local businesses to showcase their contributions to the local economy and highlight the importance of shopping small.
"We in Alabama's 7th Congressional District are home to so many amazing small businesses whose more PR
Rep. Sykes Hosts Ohio's 13th Congressional District Art Show And Awards Ceremony (10)
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, D-Ohio, issued the following news release:
AKRON, OH -- U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) hosted a community art show and awards ceremony at the Summit Art Space to recognize the high school student artists in Ohio's 13th Congressional District who participated in this year's Congressional Art Competition.
"It was such a pleasure to host this community art show and awards ceremony to recognize the incredible work of all the high school stu more PR
ROBERT F. KENNEDY HUMAN RIGHTS NAMES 2024 RIPPLE OF HOPE AWARD LAUREATES (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
Kerry Kennedy, president of Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights, today announced the winners of the 2024 Ripple of Hope Awards: Lin-Manuel Miranda, songwriter, actor, director, and producer; Antonio Neri, president and CEO of Hewlett Packard Enterprise; John W. Rogers, Jr., chairman and co-CEO of Ariel Investments; and Tom Wilson, chair, president, and CEO of The Allstate Corporation. The laurea more PR
Rochester Institute of Technology: NTID Alumnus Runs Interpreting Agency With Community Mindset (10)
ROCHESTER, New York, May 2 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release:
Michael Rizzolo '78 (social work), '86 MS (human services management) didn't plan on learning American Sign Language when he came to RIT as a student, but he grew interested and eventually became an interpreter. Today, he is founder and CEO of the interpreting agency Interpretek.
Over 30 years, the company has grown to serve the entire U.S. Still, Rizzolo has prioritized the close-knit, family fe more PR
Rockefeller University: Paul Bieniasz Elected to the National Academy of Sciences (10)
NEW YORK, May 2 -- Rockefeller University issued the following news:
Paul Bieniasz, Rockefeller's Purnell W. Choppin Professor, head of the Laboratory of Retrovirology and an investigator of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, has been elected to the National Academy of Sciences (NAS).
NAS was founded by Abraham Lincoln as an independent body to provide the country with objective advice on matters related to science and technology. Scientists are elected by their peers for outstanding contrib more PR
Royal Australasian College of Surgeons: Otautahi Christchurch to Host the Southern Hemisphere's Largest Multi-Disciplinary Surgical Meeting (10)
MELBOURNE, Australia, May 1 -- The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons issued the following news release:
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Some of the world's top surgeons will descend on Otautahi Christchurch, Aotearoa New Zealand for the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons 92nd Annual Scientific Congress.
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More than 2,000 attendees will attend the five-day event (6-10 May 2024), which is the largest multidisciplinary surgical meeting in the southern hemisphere.
Royal Australasian College of Surgeons Pres more PR
S&T's College of Engineering and Computing Honors 11 Ph.D. Students (10)
ROLLA, Missouri, May 2 -- Missouri University of Science and Technology issued the following news:
Eleven Ph.D. students at Missouri S&T received dean's honors from the College of Engineering and Computing (CEC) during a campus ceremony held in late April.
Seven students received the Dean's Ph.D. Scholar Award, which recognizes scholarly contributions among the most productive Ph.D. students. Three students received the Dean's Graduate Educator Award, which recognizes excellence in teaching by more PR
Salk Immunologist Susan Kaech Elected to National Academy of Sciences (10)
LA JOLLA, California, May 2 -- The Salk Institute for Biological Studies issued the following news release:
Salk Institute Professor Susan Kaech has been elected to the U.S. National Academy of Sciences. Kaech is one of 120 new members and 24 international members to be elected to the academy in recognition of their distinguished and continuing achievements in original research. The election is considered one of the highest honors accorded to a scientist in the United States. Kaech's work has t more PR
SBIA Congratulates 2024 SBIC of the Year Award Recipients Mizzen Capital and Argosy Private Equity (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The Small Business Investor Alliance issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
The Small Business Investor Alliance (SBIA), the leading association for lower middle market private equity funds and investors, is pleased to recognize that two of our members - Mizzen Capital of Stamford, CT, and Argosy Private Equity of Wayne, PA, - have been awarded this year's Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) of the Year Award by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). more PR
Sen. Hassan Named Most Bipartisan Member of Congress in New Ranking (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan (D-NH) has been named the most bipartisan member of Congress by the nonpartisan Common Ground Committee. Senator Hassan is the first elected official to ever receive a perfect score on the committee's scorecard of those who embody the spirit of bipartisanship and find common ground and areas of agreement with others.
"Our democracy works best when our leaders are able to come more PR
Sens. Hassan, Shaheen Celebrate New Hampshire Small Businesses at SBA Award Ceremony (10)
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release on April 30, 2024:
U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Chair of the U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, today was joined by U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman, and local officials at the New Hampshire SBA Award Ceremony in Derry, New Hampshire, to celebrate the Granite State's 2024 Small Business Award winn more PR
SFI Receives Award From Academia Film Olomouc (10)
SANTA FE, New Mexico, May 2 -- Santa Fe Institute issued the following news release:
The Santa Fe Institute has received the Award for Contribution to the Communication of Science from the Academia Film Olomouc (AFO) in the Czech Republic. Presented on April 29, 2024, during the AFO's 59th International Festival of Popular Science Films, the award recognizes SFI's "systematic approach, hard and continuous work, and long-term contributions to thinking about interdisciplinarity and making it work more PR
Shaheen Visits HAVEN During Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Accepts Award for Decades of Advocacy on Behalf of Survivors (10)
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release:
***Shaheen secured $2 million in Congressionally Directed Spending for HAVEN in the Fiscal Year 2023 government funding legislation***
(Portsmouth, NH) - Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee and Chair of the Appropriations Subcommittee that funds the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW), toured the future site of a project led by more PR
SNA Recognizes Recipients of Employee, Manager and Director Awards (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 2 -- The School Nutrition Association issued the following news release:
In celebration of School Lunch Hero Day (Friday, May 3), the national, non-profit School Nutrition Association (SNA) recognizes the tireless efforts of school nutrition professionals who ensure students across the country can benefit from healthy meals each school day.
School Lunch Hero Day (#SLHD24) is a chance to stop and recognize the year-round efforts of school nutrition professionals. Whethe more PR
South Dakota Mines Celebrates 189th Commencement (10)
RAPID CITY, South Dakota, May 2 -- The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology issued the following news release:
South Dakota Mines 189th commencement ceremony will begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2024, in the Ice Arena at The Monument in Rapid City. Those who wish to view the ceremony online can find information here. No tickets are needed for commencement and there is not a limit on the number of guests per graduate.
This event includes a total of 362 graduates. This includes one as more PR
Southland Conference: McNeese Sweeps Womne's Track & Field Athlete of the Week Awards (10)
FRISCO, Texas, May 2 -- The Southland Conference issued the following news on May 1, 2024:
Jeny Barcenas and Morgan Talley of McNeese earned the Women's Track & Field Athletes of the Week awards as announced by the conference office on Wednesday.
Women's Indoor Track Athlete of the Week: Jeny Barcenas, McNeese - Distance- So. - Bucarmanga, Columbia
Jeny Barcenas grabs the SLC Track Athlete of the Week Award for the first time this season. Barcenas clocked two personal records at the ULM Warha more PR
Southwestern University: Sociology Major Wins First Place in Nationwide Paper Competition (10)
GEORGETOWN, Texas, May 2 (TNSres) -- Southwestern University issued the following news:
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Elena Clark's '24 capstone project won top honors in Alpha Kappa Delta's prestigious national undergraduate paper competition.
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Southwestern University sociology major Elena Clark '24 won first place in the nationwide undergraduate paper competition hosted by Alpha Kappa Delta, the international sociology honor society.
Clark's submission to the contest was a result of her capstone project, ti more PR
SUNY Chancellor Honors Upstate Students (10)
SYRACUSE, New York, May 2 -- The State University of New York Upstate Medical University campus issued the following news:
Two Upstate Medical University students have been honored with the SUNY Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence.
Hannah Connelly, who will receive MD and MPH degrees from Upstate, as well as a PhD from Syracuse University's Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs this month, and Jessalyn Rose who received a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree last year were announ more PR
SUNY Recognizes Alfred University School of Art and Design Faculty Jones, Sikora (10)
ALFRED, New York, May 2 -- Alfred University issued the following news release:
Two faculty members in the Alfred University School of Art and Design have been honored by the State University of New York with 2024 SUNY Chancellor's Awards.
The office of SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. announced last week that Linda Sikora, professor of ceramics, has received a Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching, and Meghen Jones, associate professor of art history, has received a Chancellor's Award more PR
SUNY-New Paltz: Hudson Valley Venture Hub Wins Stage One of the U.S. Small Business Administration's 2024 Growth Accelerator Fund Competition (10)
NEW PALTZ, New York, May 1 -- The State University of New York's New Paltz Campus issued the following news release:
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has named the Hudson Valley Venture Hub at SUNY New Paltz as a Stage One winner for the 2024 Growth Accelerator Fund Competition.
The Hudson Valley Venture Hub will receive a $50,000 cash prize for its impactful and inclusive approach to nurturing a collaborative national innovation ecosystem to advance small business research and dev more PR
SUNY-Stony Brook: Dr. Susan Lane Inducted as Master of the American College of Physicians (10)
STONY BROOK, New York, May 1 -- The State University of New York's Stony Brook University issued the following news release:
Susan Lane, MD, MACP, Professor of Medicine at Stony Brook University Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM), was inducted as a Master of the American College of Physicians (MACP), the world's largest medical specialty society.
According to the American College of Physicians (ACP), MACPs, a title reserved for a limited number of physicians each year, are selected because more PR
TELEVISION ACADEMY FOUNDATION NAMES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ANNE VASQUEZ (10)
LOS ANGELES, California, May 2 -- The Television Academy Foundation issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
The Television Academy Foundation today announced the appointment of Anne Vasquez as its executive director effective May 13. She will oversee daily operations and provide strategic leadership of its programs and fundraising to fulfill the charitable organization's mission to identify, advance and empower future television leaders while honoring television's legacy.
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Texas A&M VET Part Of Team Honored For Service To Border Community (10)
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 1 -- Texas A&M University's College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences issued the following news release:
The Texas A&M Veterinary Emergency Team (VET) was part of a collaborative effort by Texas A&M University to support border health that has received the 2024 Excellence in Interprofessional Education Collaboration National Award.
Awarded by the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Officers Foundation for the Advancement of Public Health an more PR
Texas A&M: Biomedical Engineering Professor's Innovation Recognized (10)
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 2 (TNSres) -- Texas A&M University's College of Engineering issued the following news:
By Alyssa Schaechinger
Dr. Gerard L. Cote has been selected as the winner of the 2024 Chancellor's Innovation Award. This award recognizes one employee from an institution within The Texas A&M University System who has made a remarkable achievement through their discovery and invention.
Cote, the James J. Cain Professor I in the Department of Biomedical Engineering, is recognized more PR
Texas Receives Big 12 Rowing Recognition (10)
IRVING, Texas, May 2 -- The Big 12 Conference, a college athletic conference, issued the following news:
Texas' 1V8 garnered Big 12 Boat of the Week after defeating the reigning First Eight national champion Stanford at the Longhorn Invite. The Longhorns' crew clocked a time of 6:00.969, winning by open water of the Cardinal boat (6:03.353). Texas fell behind early in the first heat and trailed at the halfway mark before winning the race. UT's time was almost three seconds faster than No. 2 Sta more PR
Texas State: Wittliff Collections Acquires Complete Archive of Writer Benjamin Alire Saenz (10)
SAN MARCOS, Texas, May 1 -- Texas State University issued the following news release:
The Wittliff Collections at Texas State University has acquired the complete archive of internationally acclaimed writer Benjamin Alire Saenz. A major literary voice from the U.S.-Mexico borderlands, Saenz is the author of nearly 30 books and his works have been published in 25 languages worldwide.
Saenz, who lives and works in El Paso, has said, "I hope that my readers gain some insight into the human condit more PR
The National Credit Union Foundation Announces Call For Nominations For The 2025 Herb Wegner Memorial Awards (10)
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 2 -- The National Credit Union Foundation issued the following news release:
The National Credit Union Foundation (the Foundation) is thrilled to announce the opening of nominations for the prestigious 2025 Herb Wegner Memorial Awards. These awards stand as the highest national honors within the credit union movement, spotlighting exemplary leaders, initiatives, and organizations that have left an indelible mark on the community.
Presented annually at the Foundation Din more PR
Three Rutgers Professors Named Guggenheim Fellows (10)
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, May 2 (TNSres) -- Rutgers University issued the following news:
A climate scientist, a playwright and an artist have been named Guggenheim fellows for their work in fields of creative arts and environmental sciences.
The three professors from Rutgers University-New Brunswick were among 188 fellows selected this year from a pool of 3,000 across 52 disciplines, according to the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, which made the announcement. They went through "a more PR
Three to Be Honored at UNMC Omaha Commencement Ceremony May 4 (10)
OMAHA, Nebraska, May 1 -- The University of Nebraska Medical Center issued the following news release:
The University of Nebraska Medical Center will honor three individuals with special awards at its May 4 Omaha commencement at 9 a.m. at Baxter Arena.
Barry Gold, PhD, emeritus professor and former chair of pharmaceutical sciences at the University of Pittsburgh, will receive an Honorary Doctorate of Science for achievement in the advancement of science and service in the health sciences field more PR
TRU Partners With BorderPass to Enhance Support for International Students (10)
KAMLOOPS, British Columbia, May 2 -- Thompson Rivers University issued the following news release:
A new partnership between Thompson Rivers University (TRU) and BorderPass, a leading digital immigration platform, will improve safety, support and success for international students.
Recent changes in Canadian immigration policies have prompted a need for enhanced support and transparency in the immigration process for international students. By offering this comprehensive support system, TRU is more PR
Two McCord Stewart Museum Exhibitions Honoured at the 2024 Canadian Museums Association Awards (10)
MONTREAL, Canada, May 2 -- The McCord Stewart Museum issued the following news release:
The McCord Stewart Museum is pleased to announce that the exhibition Wampum: Beads of Diplomacy--developed and co-produced with the musee du quai Branly-Jacques Chirac in Paris--has been awarded the Canadian Museums Association (CMA) Outstanding Achievement Award for Social Impact. This award recognizes the significant contribution of a museum in advocating for the advancement of an important social cause su more PR
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Awards More Than $3.2 Million to North Dakota (10)
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release:
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the award of $3,262,046 through the Health Resources and Services Administration's Health Center Cluster grant program, which provides funding to community health centers across the United States. The award will be distributed to the following programs and initiatives in North Dakota:
$1,801,916 to Northland Health Partners Community in more PR
U.S. Military Academy Hosts Annual International Military Skills Competition (10)
WEST POINT, New York, May 2 -- The U.S. Military Academy issued the following news:
By Eric S. Bartelt, West Point Public Affairs Specialist
As 48 teams competed for the top prize at the 2024 Sandhurst International Military Skills Competition on April 26 and 27, it came down to two teams fighting it out at the last event, The Crucible. When the dust settled from a hard-fought, exhausting last event, the U.S. Military Academy Black Team won the title by a whisker over the Royal Military Colleg more PR
UAH to Award Estimated 1,206 Degrees on May 6 at Commencement Featuring New Ceremonial Mace (10)
HUNTSVILLE, Alabama, May 1 -- The University of Alabama issued the following news:
By Ann Marie Martin
The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) will award an estimated 1,206 degrees during commencement events at the Von Braun Center (VBC) on May 6. The pomp and circumstance honoring the spring 2024 graduates will feature the introduction of a new ceremonial mace crafted to reflect the university's history and character. UAH is a part of The University of Alabama System.
"Commencement and more PR
UC Irvine's Adriana Briscoe is Elected to the National Academy of Sciences (10)
IRVINE, California, May 2 -- The University of California Irvine campus issued the following news release:
Renowned evolutionary biologist Adriana Darielle Mejia Briscoe of the University of California, Irvine has been elected a member of the National Academy of Sciences. She joins a class of 144 scientists from around the world being recognized this year for their outstanding accomplishments in original research.
Briscoe is among 24 active members from UC Irvine to have received this prestigi more PR
UH's Wilson, UT's Smith Collect Final 2024 Big 12 OTF Weekly Honors (10)
IRVING, Texas, May 2 -- The Big 12 Conference, a college athletic conference, issued the following news:
Houston's De'Vion Wilson and Texas' Ackelia Smith earned the final Big 12 Outdoor Track and Field Athlete of the Week honors of the 2024 season.
Wilson became the first runner from Houston to collect a Big 12 weekly award after his first-place finish in the men's 110 hurdles at the Penn Relays. Crossing the finish line at 13.38, the senior registered his second consecutive victory in the ev more PR
UM Miller School of Medicine: Colleagues Remember Dr. J. Donald Temple (10)
MIAMI, Florida, May 2 -- The University of Miami's Miller School of Medicine issued the following news:
By Chad Hanson
Dr. J. Donald Temple, a renowned hematologist, lifelong Miamian and longtime member of the Miller School of Medicine family, passed away on April 26.
Born and raised in Miami, Dr. Temple enrolled at the University of Miami as an undergraduate in 1972. After medical school, residency training and fellowships at the University of Miami School of Medicine, he joined the medical more PR
UM Miller School of Medicine: Cultivating a Passion for Medical Research (10)
MIAMI, Florida, May 2 (TNSres) -- The University of Miami's Miller School of Medicine issued the following news:
By Janette Neuwahl Tannen
University of Miami sophomore Ethan Tieu is involved in two Miller School neuroscience labs and was recently named a Goldwater Scholar, one of the most distinguished awards for future researchers in science, math or engineering.
When Ethan Tieu was in the seventh grade, his fascination with research began.
He had just learned about mitochondria as the bod more PR
UM-Flint Professors Receive $468K NIH Grant to Research Pediatric Telehealth (10)
FLINT, Michigan, May 2 (TNSres) -- The University of Michigan-Flint issued the following news:
By Daba Coura Mbow
Faculty in the disciplines of public health and computer science at the University of Michigan-Flint are teaming up to enhance telehealth services for adolescents.
The groundbreaking research of Gergana Kodjebacheva, associate professor of public health, in collaboration with Charlotte Tang, associate professor of computer science, has recently received significant recognition an more PR
UMaine 2024 Commencement Ceremonies are May 3-4; UMaine Machias on May 5 (10)
ORONO, Maine, May 1 -- The University of Maine issued the following news release:
The University of Maine's 2024 commencement ceremonies for graduate and undergraduate students will be May 3-4 at Harold Alfond Sports Arena.
The Graduate School Commencement begins at 4 p.m. May 3, featuring an address by Stephanie Seguino, professor emerita at the University of Vermont and UMaine alumna. More than 500 graduate students are expected to be on hand to receive advanced degrees, including 52 doctora more PR
UMass-Dartmouth: 2024 University Scholars and Research Fellows Announced (10)
DARTMOUTH, Massachusetts, May 1 (TNSres) -- The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth campus issued the following news release:
Provost Ramprasad Balasubramanian recently announced the 2024 University Scholars/Research Faculty Fellows. The University Scholars/Research Fellows Program's purpose is to support research and scholarly efforts of tenured and tenure-track faculty in the Humanities, Social Sciences, Arts, and Business. These awards are expected to result in publications of original wor more PR
University of Arizona: Geochemist Jay Quade Elected to National Academy of Sciences (10)
TUCSON, Arizona, May 2 -- The University of Arizona issued the following news release:
Jay Quade, a professor in the Department of Geosciences at the University of Arizona, is among the newest members elected to National Academy of Sciences, a nonprofit society of distinguished scholars. He was recognized for his critical contributions to the geosciences field, which provide a deeper understanding of Earth's past environments.
The academy announced 120 new members and 24 new international mem more PR
University of Arkansas-Little Rock: Aspiring Journalist Sets Sights on Broadcasting Career (10)
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, May 1 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news:
By Angelita Faller
With a passion for storytelling and a knack for communication, Joe Santana, a graduating senior from Dumas, is poised to embark on an exciting journey into the world of broadcasting.
Armed with a degree in mass communication with a concentration in journalism and a wealth of hands-on experience, Santana is ready to make his mark in the fast-paced and dynamic field of broadcast journalism.
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University of California's Los Angeles School of Law: Hiroshi Motomura Earns Prestigious Scholarly Residency in Italy (10)
LOS ANGELES, California, May 1 -- The University of California's Los Angeles School of Law issued the following news:
UCLA School of Law professor Hiroshi Motomura has been honored with an invitation to join the Rockefeller Foundation's Bellagio Center Residency Program, one of the world's most esteemed and highly selective projects for confronting complex challenges in government, science, the arts, law and more. Motomura will join 14 other residents during a month-long residency at the Bellag more PR
University of Colorado Boulder's Leeds School of Business: The Guests Who Inspired Us This Spring (10)
BOULDER, Colorado, May 2 -- The University of Colorado Boulder's Leeds School of Business issued the following news:
Industry leaders and alumni from all over the country came to Leeds to share their wisdom and ignite the next generation of business leaders.
Every semester, hundreds of speakers come to Leeds to share their professional experiences with students. They visit classrooms, judge case competitions, coach and mentor students, present at events, sit on panels, lead group discussions, more PR
University of Nebraska-Lincoln: Project Leads to Major Discovery About Earliest Plant Life on Earth (10)
LINCOLN, Nebraska, May 2 (TNSres) -- The University of Nebraska Lincoln campus issued the following news release:
Plant life first emerged on land about 550 million years ago, and an international research team co-led by University of Nebraska -Lincoln computational biologist Yanbin Yin has cracked the genomic code of its humble beginnings, which made possible all other terrestrial life on Earth, including humans.
The team -- about 50 scientists in eight countries - has generated the first gen more PR
University of Nebraska-Lincoln: Rural Drug Addiction Research Center Renewed for Five More Years (10)
LINCOLN, Nebraska, May 2 (TNSres) -- The University of Nebraska Lincoln campus issued the following news release:
Five years of initial research has given the Rural Drug Addiction Research Center a strong foundation, and its next phase will focus on building partnerships with communities across Nebraska.
The center, founded at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2019, received an $11,597,682 Phase 2 renewal grant from the National Institutes of Health's Centers of Biomedical Research Excelle more PR
University of Nebraska-Lincoln: Votruba Earns CAREER Award to Study Legal Help Decisions (10)
LINCOLN, Nebraska, May 2 -- The University of Nebraska Lincoln campus issued the following news release:
The United States has one of the most acute civil justice gaps among western countries. Many more people need assistance with civil legal problems -- which include housing, health care, education and employment issues -- than those who receive it.
One unexplained factor driving this gap is the seeming choice to not seek legal services: Recent estimates indicate that although 74% of low-inco more PR
University of Phoenix Vice Provost to Serve as Advisory Committee Co-Lead for 2024 AACRAO Technology & Transfer Virtual Summit (10)
PHOENIX, Arizona, May 2 -- The University of Phoenix issued the following news release:
University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Vice Provost of Strategy, Marc Booker, Ph.D., will serve as Advisory Committee Co-Lead for the 2024 Technology & Transfer Virtual Summit held July 9-11, 2024. The summit is presented by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO). According to AACRAO, more than 500 higher education professionals attend the AACRAO Technology more PR
University of Queensland: Nutrient Research Reveals Pathway for Treating Brain Disorders (10)
BRISBANE, Australia, May 2 (TNSres) -- The University of Queensland issued the following news:
A University of Queensland researcher has found molecular doorways that could be used to help deliver drugs into the brain to treat neurological disorders.
Dr Rosemary Cater from UQ's Institute for Molecular Bioscience led a team which discovered that an essential nutrient called choline is transported into the brain by a protein called FLVCR2.
"Choline is a vitamin-like nutrient that is essential f more PR
University of Salford: Student Trainee Wins Diversity and Inclusion Award at Student Nursing Times Ceremony (10)
GREATER MANCHESTER, England, May 1 -- The University of Salford issued the following news:
A University of Salford Trainee scooped the highly prized Mary Seacole Award for Outstanding Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion at the Student Nursing Times Awards on Friday.
Student Nursing Associate Oriyomi Aminu from the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation won the much coveted category, with judges praising his values and approach to work.
"Oriyomi is a testament to the Student Nursing Associa more PR
University of the District of Columbia to Award Honorary Doctorate to MSNBC President Rashida Jones (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The University of the District of Columbia issued the following news release:
The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) is pleased to announce that MSNBC President Rashida Jones, this year's commencement speaker, will be awarded an honorary doctorate during the upcoming commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 11.
As the president of MSNBC and the first Black woman to head a major news network, Jones is responsible for oversight of all programming, editorial units, bu more PR
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine: New Study Supports Recommendation to Begin Mammogram Screening at 40 (10)
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 1 (TNSres) -- The University of Wisconsin's School of Medicine and Public Health issued the following news on April 30, 2024:
Breast cancer screening every two years beginning at age 40 has the potential to reduce the number of women who die of breast cancer while minimizing the harms, according to a large study published today.
These results helped inform the updated final recommendation of the United States Preventive Services Task Force released today.
Since 2009, t more PR
USA Hockey: The Great Blizzards of Massachusetts Work Hard to Bring Special Hockey to Boston (10)
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, May 1 -- The USA Hockey, a national ice hockey organization, issued the following news:
By Brianna Rhone
Steve Nearman's unrelenting determination to get his son on the ice has led him to many different places.
Most recently his mission to bring back the International Special Hockey Tournament led him to Lovell Arena, an event his team, the Great Blizzards, was honored to host. The tournament, which took place April 25-27, featured more than 33 teams comprised of 5 more PR
USU Extension Presents Friend of Extension Award to Department of Health & Human Services (10)
LOGAN, Utah, May 1 -- Utah State University issued the following news:
By Shelby Ruud Jarman
Utah State University Extension presented its "Friend of Extension" award to the Utah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) at Extension's annual conference in March. The DHHS has partnered with USU Extension on several initiatives to help improve the lives of Utah citizens.
Together, the DHHS and USU Extension have provided food and nutrition education to those in need, supported youth with more PR
Utah State University Blanding Celebrates 2024 Graduating Class (10)
LOGAN, Utah, May 2 -- Utah State University issued the following news:
By Marcus Jensen
Utah State University Blanding is proud to have celebrated its class of 2024 on Friday, April 26. The class of 2024 consists of 188 individuals earning 55 associate, 17 bachelor's, and 12 master's degrees and 134 undergraduate and one graduate certificate.
"This is a truly exciting occasion to be with you today to celebrate the achievements of each and every one of our graduates," said Kristian Olsen, seni more PR
UW-Madison physicist Francis Halzen elected to National Academy of Sciences (10)
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 1 -- The University of Wisconsin Madison campus issued the following news:
University of Wisconsin-Madison physicist Francis Halzen has been elected to membership in the National Academy of Sciences.
Halzen is one of 120 scientists elected this year in recognition of their distinguished and continuing achievements in original research, according to the academy's announcement of the new members this week. Election to the academy is among the highest honors that a scien more PR
UW-Parkside to Honor Eight Alumni at the Distinguished Alumni Awards (10)
KENOSHA, Wisconsin, May 2 -- The University of Wisconsin Parkside campus issued the following news on May 1, 2024:
The University of Wisconsin-Parkside is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023-2024 Distinguished Alumni Awards. Eight outstanding alumni will be honored at a ceremony on Friday, May 31 from 5-8 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom. The honorees were nominated and selected for their achievements, service, professional success in their field and their exemplary service to the more PR
Va. Gov. Youngkin: Global Clean Energy Manufacturer Topsoe to Invest $400 Million in Virginia (10)
RICHMOND, Virginia, May 2 -- Gov. Glenn Youngkin, R-Virginia, issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Topsoe, a Danish manufacturer and global leader in carbon emission reduction technologies, plans to invest more than $400 million to build a factory at Meadowville Technology Park in Chesterfield County. Pending Final Investment Decision, the company will manufacture advanced, energy-efficient Solid Oxide Electrolyzer Cells (SOEC) that are more PR
Vanderbilt University and Metro Nashville Public Schools launch partnership to boost college admissions from Nashville schools (10)
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 1 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news:
Vanderbilt University is committed to improving high performing Nashville public high school students' access to top-tier universities, including Vanderbilt. As part of this commitment, Vanderbilt will collaborate with counselors, teachers and administrators to better guide students through the college search and admissions process through Nashville Vanderbilt Scholars--a new partnership between Vanderbilt and Metro more PR
WarnerMedia: 'My Adventures With Superman' Returns to Adult Swim on May 25 (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 1 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on April 30, 2024:
Season two of the hit animated series based on DC characters, "My Adventures with Superman," will premiere Saturday, May 25, at midnight ET/PT on Adult Swim. From Warner Bros. Animation, "My Adventures with Superman" is a serialized coming-of-age story centered on twenty-somethings Clark Kent, Lois Lane, and Jimmy Olsen as they discover who they are, together. Starring more PR
WarnerMedia: 'The Lazarus Project' Returns With Season 2 Sunday, June 9 at 9PM ET/PT on TNT (10)
NEW YORK, May 1 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on April 30, 2024:
The second season of BAFTA-winning action thriller, "The Lazarus Project," will premiere on Sunday, June 9, at 9pm ET/PT on TNT. Emmy(R) Award and BAFTA-nominated Paapa Essiedu ("I May Destroy You"), Anjli Mohindra ("Bodyguard"), Tom Burke ("Strike"), Caroline Quentin ("Bridgerton"), Rudi Dharmalingam ("Wakefield"), and Charly Clive ("Pure") return, as the world has locked int more PR
Western Carolina University: Center for Community Engagement and Service Learning Celebrates Students, Faculty With Impact Awards (10)
CULLOWHEE, North Carolina, May 2 -- Western Carolina University issued the following news:
On Wednesday, April 17, several Western Carolina University programs, faculty and students were recognized by WCU's Center for Community Engagement and Service Learning during the 2024 Impact Awards ceremony.
"The Center for Community Engagement and Service Learning is honored to acknowledge and celebrate impactful partnerships between WCU faculty, staff and students and our regional communities," said J more PR
Western Illinois University Political Science Student Receives Best Paper Award at Conference (10)
MACOMB, Illinois, May 2 (TNSres) -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release:
MACOMB/MOLINE, IL - - Western Illinois University Political Science student and Teaching Assistant Seth Obiri has been selected as a winner of the Best Paper Award in the graduate category for the 31st Annual Illinois State University Conference for Students of Political Science.
"Obiri's project was named by several attending faculty at the conference as being among the best papers submitted by more PR
Western Illinois University: Clarke, McCann Named 2024 Distinguished Alumni (10)
MACOMB, Illinois, May 2 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release:
MACOMB/MOLINE, IL - - The outstanding accomplishments of Western Illinois University graduates Scott D. Clarke and Steven J. McCann will be recognized Saturday, May 11 at Western's Spring 2024 Commencement in Western Hall. McCann will be recognized at the 9 a.m. ceremony, and Clarke will be recognized at the 1:30 p.m. ceremony.
The Distinguished Alumni Award, given since 1973, recognizes alumni who have b more PR
Westmoreland County Lawyer Antoniono to Serve as Pennsylvania Bar Association Vice President (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 2 -- The Pennsylvania Bar Association issued the following news release on May 1, 2024:
James R. Antoniono of DeBernardo, Antoniono, McCabe and Davis PC, Greensburg, will begin his term as vice president of the Pennsylvania Bar Association (PBA) at the conclusion of the association's House of Delegates meeting on May 10 in Hershey.
Antoniono previously served a three-year term as PBA treasurer. He is a member of the PBA LGBTQ+ Rights, Minority Bar and Quality of L more PR
White House Fact Sheet: Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Actions to Support and Strengthen the Teaching Profession (10)
WASHINGTON, May 2 (TNSfact) -- The White House issued the following fact sheet:
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Actions to Support and Strengthen the Teaching Profession
Today, ahead of Teacher Appreciation Week, the Biden-Harris Administration is announcing new efforts to strengthen the teaching profession and support schools across the country, including actions to increase teacher recruitment and retention, new data (https://www2.ed.gov/documents/press-releases/202404-plsf- more PR
Wis. Natural Resources Dept. Announces Annual Warden, Staff Awards For Public Safety, Resource Protection (10)
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 1 -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release on April 30, 2024:
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the 2023 award recipients from the Division of Public Safety and Resource Protection in honor of exemplary public service.
"The recipients are walking examples to the public that the DNR is dedicated to its core mission of protecting our natural resources and those who use them," said DNR Chief Warden more PR
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