NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 21 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news: * * * A New Jazz Age By Bonnie Arant Ertelt On a pleasant October evening, six young musicians warm up on their instruments at Rudy's Jazz Room. The club is in Nashville's Gulch-a part of town that was an industrial hub. Once home mostly to train tracks, now it is an upscale downtown neighborhood. On a small stage in an old stone and brick building, red filters on the spots give a genial glow to the sextet  more PR

NEW YORK, April 21 [Category: BizMedia] -- Warner Bros. Discovery, a media and entertainment company, posted the following news release: * * * ANTONIA LOFASO WINS FOOD NETWORK'S TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS VI NEW YORK - April 21, 2025 - Antonia Lofaso was crowned the champion on last night's finale of Tournament of Champions VI, taking home the belt and prize of $150,000. After weeks of dominating the randomizer and going head-to-head with some of the most talented chefs in the culinary world, An more PR

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, April 19 -- The National Federation of State High School Associations issued the following news release: * * * Backstroke Ledges to be Permitted by State Adoption in High School Swimming State high school associations may adopt rules permitting the use of backstroke ledges during swimming competitions starting in the 2025-26 school year. Rule 2-7-3 was approved by the NFHS Swimming and Diving Rules Committee during its annual meeting March 23-25 at The Alexander in dow more PR

BRUNSWICK, Maine, April 22 -- Bowdoin College issued the following news: * * * Auden Schendler '92, in a Campus Talk, Urges Students To Take Responsibility for the Environment By Lily Echeverria Schendler returned to his alma mater on Friday, April 18 to discuss modern environmentalism and his recent book, Terrible Beauty: Reckoning with Climate Complicity and Rediscovering our Soul, published by Harvard Business Review Press in 2024. The tables were filled in Mills Hall as Schendler spoke more PR

CEDARVILLE, Ohio, April 22 -- Cedarville University issued the following news: * * * Student-Created Robot Kit Creates Global Impact for Engineering Opportunities By Benjamin Konuch Engineering is one of the fastest-growing career fields in the world, but not all countries provide students with a pathway for engineering education. One engineering senior design team at Cedarville University is addressing this need with the development of SafeTown, an affordable, educational autonomous robot k more PR

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minnesota, April 22 -- The Center of the American Experiment, a civic and educational organization that says it creates and advocates policies, issued the following commentary on April 21, 2025: * * * A tale of two eras: Minnesota math over the years Written by Catrin Wigfall Five years after COVID-19, it is obvious there are still lingering effects of school closure policy decisions, as achievement remains lower than pre-pandemic performance and long-term consequences have ye more PR

WASHINGTON, April 22 -- The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has released the following public communication dated April 7, 2025, from Americans for Financial Reform Education Fund: * * * Comment Intake--Identity Theft and Coerced Debt To: Legal Division Docket Manager Consumer Financial Protection Bureau 1700 G Street NW Washington, DC 20552 Re: Docket No. CFPB-2024- 0057; Fair Credit Reporting Act (Regulation V); Identity Theft and Coerced Debt * * * Americans for Financial Reform more ST

BAKERSFIELD, California, April 22 -- California State University-Bakersfield issued the following news: * * * CSUB alumni helping lead statewide teacher training initiative Project provides high-quality lesson plans, resources for educators California State University, Bakersfield Three California State University, Bakersfield alumni are playing key roles in a new statewide initiative focused on providing high-quality instructional materials to educators. Jade Bumatay, Jami Butler and Ceci more PR

WASHINGTON, April 22 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration has released the following public communication on April 7, 2025, from Stacy M. Sproat, executive director of the Waipa Foundation: * * * My name is Stacy M. Sproat and I am a multigenerational, native Hawaiian resident of Kaua`i, and am commenting in strong opposition to FAA-2025-0301 Blue Hawaiian Helicopters' petition for exemption from the 1500ft minimum flight threshold. I am a farmer, cultural p more ST

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, April 22 -- Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Michelle C. Reid issued the following Weekly Reflections on April 21, 2025: * * * Superintendent's Weekly Reflections What a great spring break week!! I trust many of you enjoyed some time away and hopefully even shared some quality outside time with friends and family. Because it is spring break, I am limiting my 'reflections' today in the hope that we can all enjoy the amazing opportunities spring break has pro more PR

NEW YORK, April 22 -- Educators for Excellence issued the following news release: * * * Following Advocacy from E4E-NY Educators, NYCPS Expands NYC Reads and NYC Solves to Middle Schools Educators across New York City are celebrating NYC Public Schools' announcement that both NYC Reads and NYC Solves will expand to additional schools and grade levels -- a direct response to advocacy from E4E-New York (E4E-NY) educators. High-quality reading and math instruction will now reach thousands more s more PR

WICHITA, Kansas, April 22 -- Friends University issued the following news: * * * Friends University announces launch of the Center for Mission-focused Teaching & Learning Wichita, KS-- Friends University is happy to announce the launch of the Center for Mission-focused Teaching & Learning (CMFTL). This center seeks to cultivate scholarly and pedagogical excellence animated by the university's Christian mission. Its initiatives will promote excellence in teaching and scholarship, improve the  more PR

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, April 21 -- Gov. Henry McMaster, R-South Carolina, posted the following news: * * * Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster's Weekly Schedule, April 21, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. - Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster's schedules for the week of April 21 include the following: Tuesday, April 22 at 9:30 AM: Gov. McMaster and Lt. Gov. Evette will attend the grand opening of Milo's Tea Company's  more PR

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 21 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news: * * * Jack Roberts Jue builds bridges between schools and policymakers Jack Roberts Jue grew up with educational opportunities that fed his curiosity and nurtured his love of learning--opportunities he shared as a high school English and history teacher in a low-income school system. But it was the stark disparity of resources for students that propelled Roberts Jue to focus the next chapter of his career on  more PR

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 21 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news: * * * Jessica Quintos Day leads through service While the chaos of the COVID-19 pandemic sent most people into quarantine, doctor of medicine candidate Jessica Quintos Day was on the front lines, assisting in a California emergency room as a medical scribe while an undergraduate. It was that tenuous time that demanded multiple levels of collaboration, which ultimately inspired her to become a doctor. Jeffrey  more PR

ADA, Oklahoma, April 22 -- The Chickasaw Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release on April 21, 2025: * * * Kaya Johnson named 2025 Butterfly Art Winner Kaya Johnson has been creating art since she was old enough to hold a pencil. The 18-year-old Chickasaw artist was recently named the winner of the Chickasaw Nation Butterfly Art Contest. Her winning entry features vivid shades of orange and pink and includes Chickasaw inspired elements. The orig more PR

KENNESAW, Georgia, April 22 -- Kennesaw State University issued the following news release: * * * Kennesaw State professor uses experience to inspire art students A graphic artist for decades, Joseph Karg has used his talents for everything from drawing superheroes for Marvel Comics to illustrating tour posters for musical acts. In a slightly different direction, he's also lent these skills to tell an impactful story of an opioid overdose. Recently, the Kennesaw State University assistant pr more PR

PORTLAND, Oregon, April 22 -- Lewis and Clark College issued the following news: * * * Poet Joins Elite Ranks of Guggenheim Fellows Corey Van Landingham BA '08 has been named a 2025 Guggenheim Fellow, one of the nation's most prestigious awards for creative and intellectual achievement. The fellowship will underwrite a yearlong poetry project that explores how isolation can sharpen both perception and imagination. Corey Van Landingham BA '08 has joined the 2025 class of Guggenheim Fellows--o more PR

WASHINGTON, April 22 -- The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) has issued "Annual Sustainability Report 2023/24," which details the institution's ongoing commitment and significant progress in driving sustainable change across its operations, education, research, engagement, and investments. The report, released in April 2025, underscores LSE's dedication to tackling the climate and sustainability crises as a world-leading social sciences university. The 2023/24 academic ye more ST

NEW YORK, April 21 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news: * * * Mayor Adams, Chancellor Aviles-Ramos Expand Signature Initiatives NYC Reads and NYC Solves, Continue to Strengthen Literacy and Math Instruction in New York City April 21, 2025 Watch video here at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7N6b1_HAJVQ With This Expansion, Over 490,000 Students Will Benefit From NYC Reads and NYC Solves By 2025-2026 School Year NYC Reads Will Be Implemented in Middle Schools for  more PR

WASHINGTON, April 21 -- George Washington University posted the following news: * * * Media Tip Sheet: Endangered Species Rule Change WASHINGTON (April 21, 2025)- Last week the executive branch announced plans to alter the Endangered Species Act. A move that is alarming environmentalists claiming the change "would lead to the extinction of critically endangered species because of logging, mining, development and other activities," according to The Associated Press. For more context on the m more PR

PLYMOUTH, New Hampshire, April 22 -- Plymouth State University issued the following news: * * * Meteorologist Chris Gloninger to Address Undergraduates at Plymouth State University's 154th Commencement Ceremony Former Commissioner of the New Hampshire Commission for Human Rights, Sheryl L. Shirley, Ph.D., to speak at the graduate commencement ceremony Plymouth State University (PSU) alumnus and meteorologist Chris Gloninger will deliver the keynote address for the university's 154th undergra more PR

WEST PLAINS, Missouri, April 22 -- Missouri State University's West Plains Campus issued the following news release: * * * Dr. Karla Eslinger to speak at commencement May 10 The ceremony will begin at 2 p.m. at the West Plains Civic Center. Officials at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) announced today that Dr. Karla Eslinger, a lifelong educator and former Missouri State Senator, will serve as the keynote speaker for the 2025 commencement ceremony. The event will take place at more PR

WASHINGTON, April 22 -- The National Education Union (NEU) has released a report titled "The Impact of Standardized Curricula on Teacher Professionalism," which examines the increasing use of ready-made teaching materials and its effects on educators in primary and secondary schools. The report, issued in April 2025, draws on survey data from 1,655 teachers and interviews with 40 teachers, alongside an analysis of policy documents and curriculum resources, to provide a comprehensive understandin more ST

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, April 22 -- The University of New Mexico issued the following news: * * * Newly donated historical materials highlight two UNM leaders By Anna Padilla The names Rev. Charles Becknell, Sr., Ph.D., and Harold Bailey, Ph.D., have echoed through the University of New Mexico's history. Now, they each represent the title of a collection available to researchers at the Center for Southwest Research. The items were donated in 2022 and were so substantial that the Center fo more PR

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, April 21 -- Oklahoma State University posted the following news: * * * OSU recognizes students during inaugural Ideal Graduate Celebration Media Contact: Sydney Trainor | Communications and Media Relations Specialist | 405-744-9782 | sydney.trainor@okstate.edu Oklahoma State University recognized students, faculty and staff committed to a student-focused initiative during the inaugural Ideal Graduate Celebration on Thursday in the ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center. Ro more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 22 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news on April 21, 2025: * * * Pope Francis' legacy may be a 'bridge between tradition and modernity' Religious studies professor Andrew Chesnut outlines the history-making pontiff's impact - and where the Catholic Church may turn next. By Sian Wilkerson In 2013, Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina became the first Latin American pope elected in the Catholic Church's history. Now, following Pope Francis' dea more PR

WASHINGTON, April 22 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Lawler, Bacon Lead Bipartisan Legislation To Support Youth Leadership Organizations Washington, D.C. - 4/21/2025... Reps. Mike Lawler (NY-17) joined Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02), Sanford Bishop (GA-02), Don Davis (NC-01), Monica De La Cruz (TX-15), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Doug LaMalfa (CA-01), Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), Eric Sorensen (IL-17), and David Valadao (CA-22) introduced the bipartisan Youth  more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, April 21 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice announces historic enrollment growth, expanding access and free tuition The Rice University Board of Trustees has approved an ambitious plan to increase access to a Rice education by growing the university's student body by fall 2028, marking an unprecedented growth trajectory that began earlier this decade. The expansion is part of Rice's commitment to access and is aligned with a strategic vision to so more PR

SOUTHFIELD, Michigan, April 22 -- The Society of Manufacturing Engineers issued the following news release: * * * SME Education Foundation Celebrates Winning Teams of the Bright Minds Student Summit at RAPID + TCT & AeroDef Manufacturing (SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 21, 2025) - The SME Education Foundation is proud to announce the winners of the Bright Minds Student Summit at RAPID + TCT & AeroDef Manufacturing, held April 8-10 in Detroit. Hosted alongside SME conferences and events, Bright Mind more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 21 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * Teen-friendly school library spaces and services CHICAGO --Published by the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) and ALA Editions, " Growing Teen Engagement: Strategies to Captivate Secondary Learners " is your essential resource for transforming your secondary school library into a thriving, learner-centered community. You can ensure that your school libr more PR

WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The Center for European Policy Analysis posted the following news: * * * The Harsh Realities of Russian-Occupied Ukraine The Russian opposition politician Maksim Kats highlighted comments by the reliably pro-Kremlin Army General and State Duma deputy Andrey Gurulev, who had admitted that there is an extremely low standard of living in Russia's notoriously impoverished regions, including the Far East. The situation is even worse in the Russian-occupied territories of Uk more PR

WASHINGTON, April 22 -- Personnel changes in public policy organizations and government - April 22, 2025: * * * U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that President Donald J. Trump appointed Amy Van Blarcom-Lackey as EPA's Mid-Atlantic (Region 3) Regional Administrator. Regional Administrator Van Blarcom-Lackey will oversee the implementation of federal environmental laws and priorities of the administration's agenda in Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, more ST

NEW YORK, April 22 -- Turner Construction Co. issued the following news: * * * Turner Begins Work on $150 Million New Frayser Community High School The state-of-the-art facility will foster academic excellence and serve as a cornerstone for the Memphis community. Turner Construction Company has begun work on the $150 million New Frayser Community High School, a transformative project that will serve 1,500 students. Spanning 270,000 square feet, the new high school is consolidating the curre more PR

GREENVILLE, Tennessee, April 22 -- Tusculum University issued the following news: * * * Congresswoman Harshbarger hears about the benefit of TRIO programs, answers questions from students By Jim Wozniak Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger heard about the positive impact of multiple federal programs that serve students whose parents have not earned a bachelor's degree or who come from lower-income backgrounds during a recent visit to Tusculum University. In turn, Harshbarger, a Republican whose  more PR

FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, April 22 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news: * * * Abrahams Selected for Music Will Modern Band Fellowship Daniel Abrahams, an associate professor of music education in the Department of Music, has been selected to participate in the 2025 Music Will Modern Band Fellowship, a nationally recognized professional development program. The fellowship will occur from July 7 to 11 in Fort Collins, Colorado. Hosted by Music Will (formerly Little Kids Rock) more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, April 22 -- The University of Nebraska issued the following news: * * * College of Law commencement ceremony is May 3 Robert C. Denicola, professor emeritus, will deliver keynote address The University of Nebraska College of Law will award more than 140 degrees during a May 3 commencement ceremony. The Lied Center for Performing Arts, 301 N. 12th St., will host the ceremony at 2 p.m. Doors open to the public at 1 p.m. The ceremony is expected to last one-and-a-half to two more PR

WASHINGTON, April 22 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service has released the following public communication dated March 26, 2025, from New York City's Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Mayor's Office of Food Policy and Public Schools: * * * To: Tameka Owens Acting Administrator and Assistant Administrator Food and Nutrition Service 1320 Braddock Place Alexandria, VA 22314 Re: Request for Information: Grain-Based Desserts and High-Protein Yogurt Crediting i more ST

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 22 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Arts education major embraces research through an artistic lens Kate Ogden blends her interests in teaching, science and art by developing a K-16 curricular resource that explores the intersection of AI and photography. By Joan Tupponce About Every Ram's a Researcher: As part of VCU's annual Research Weeks, this series highlights the ways that undergrads at VCU, no matter their major, get invol more PR

WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Sen. Todd Young, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: * * * Young, Ossoff Reintroduce Bill to Boost Youth Sports Opportunities Across America WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) reintroduced the bipartisan Youth Sports Facilities Act to help build and upgrade sports facilities across the country, giving kids and families safe spaces to play while also supporting student mental health and boosting economic growth. "Youth spor more PR