STANFORD, California, Aug. 21 (TNSjou) -- Stanford University School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * 'Molecular glue' turns a cancer driver into a built-in kill switch in Stanford Medicine study A lymphoma driver called BCL6 suppresses the expression of cell death genes. A new molecule designed at Stanford Medicine blocks its activity and activates downstream genes to trigger cell death. By Krista Conger A two-headed molecule designed by Stanford Medicine researchers hijacks one of the most common protein drivers of B-cell lym more PR

LYNCHBURG, Virginia, Aug. 19 -- The University of Lynchburg posted the following news: * * * 500+ welcomed to Lynchburg at New Student Convocation * The University of Lynchburg held its annual New Student Convocation on Wednesday morning, Aug. 19, on the Dell in front of Hopwood Hall. Over the past week, more than 500 new students have arrived on campus. Of these, 419 are first-year students and 82 are transfers. The new students hail from 16 countries and 29 U.S. states. In her first Convocation as Lynchburg's president, Dr. Sally Selden more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 20 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * A summer of research and teaching with Scribe Video Center * At the Jubilee School in West Philadelphia, undergraduate Sarah Attia sat with a few students-entering grades four to six this fall-and pulled up the website of Temple University's Charles L. Blockson Afro-American Collection. "I want you to scroll through and find one source from these 19 that you want to take a closer look at," she said. Attia and Tiffany R. Smith, humanities  more PR

GREENVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 19 -- Tusculum University posted the following news: * * * Academic year underway at Tusculum for students shaped by the experience and preparation the university provides * GREENEVILLE - Enthusiasm is high at Tusculum University with the start of classes for the academic year following an energetic three-day program that supported new students making their transition to college or a new higher education institution. Malachi Monroe, a new student, stands in his residence hall room after moving in his belongings more PR

GARDEN CITY, New York, Aug. 21 -- Adelphi University issued the following news: * * * Speaking for the Voiceless: Afra Masud, Our 2026-2027 Newman Civil Fellow Afra Masud, a rising junior majoring in sociology and a Levermore Global Scholar, is the ninth consecutive Adelphi student to receive a yearlong Newman Civic Fellowship awarded to student leaders who are dedicated to making positive social change. "I want to inspire people to take charge of their own lives and make the world a better place." That's how Afra Masud describes her purpo more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- American University issued the following news: * * * Degree in Applied Public Policy Analysis New 90-credit bachelor's program offers an accelerated pathway to prepare the next generation of evidence-based policy leaders By Cynthia Kao American University's School of Public Affairs--ranked No. 12 nationally for public affairs and top-rated in the Washington D.C. area--is launching a new 90-credit pilot program for an accelerated, three-year bachelor of arts in applied public policy analysis. Developed by the school's more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The American University School of Communication posted the following news: * * * Celebrating a Year of Generosity in Action Philanthropy Activates Campus-Wide Opportunities Alumni and donors enabled AU to exceed its goal and raise over $61 million in FY26 for vital student support, faculty excellence, and campus initiatives. - With its new innovative pledges for student readiness and experiential learning, renowned distinction in teaching and research, and a global capital at its doorstep, American University is cha more PR

PUTNEY, Vermont, Aug. 21 -- Landmark College issued the following news: * * * Antioch University, Landmark College partnership adds third master's option Professionals expanding their knowledge of neurodiversity through the Landmark College Institute for Research & Training (LCIRT) certificate program now have the option to pursue an Individualized Master of Arts from Antioch University. This master's program is one of three at Antioch University that accepts credits from Landmark College's postbaccalaureate Certificate in Learning Differen more PR

ASHLAND, Ohio, Aug. 19 -- Ashland University posted the following news: * * * Ashland University named a 2026-27 College of Distinction, earns five program distinctions * ASHLAND, Ohio - Ashland University has been honored as a College of Distinction for the 2026-27 academic year, a designation reserved for "only those institutions whose campuses reflect a genuine, student-first philosophy" according to the college resource guide for students, parents and counselors. Ashland also received program distinctions in five categories: business, e more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 21 -- Clark Atlanta University issued the following news: * * * Clark Atlanta University Faculty Join NABJ Conversation on AI and Journalism As AI reshapes journalism, Clark Atlanta University is preparing future journalists to navigate an evolving media landscape while upholding accuracy, accountability, and trust. - As artificial intelligence continues to reshape how news is researched, produced, distributed, and consumed, Clark Atlanta University is preparing the next generation of journalists to navigate an evolv more PR

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Aug. 20 -- Brown University posted the following news: * * * Coleton Hast: Bridging technology and community to help preserve Taiwan's endangered languages * Every morning in New Taipei City, Taiwan, Brown University doctoral student Coleton Hast boards the subway, riding into another day of total language immersion.  Ahead lies a grueling schedule of intensive Mandarin Chinese study, one-on-one sessions, conversational practice with local language partners, hours of homework and countless chances to put it all i more PR

LEXINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following news: * * * Convocation to Kick Off New Academic Year at Washington and Lee The event will be held at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 2 on the Front Lawn with remarks by Interim President Kenneth P. Ruscio '76. By Brian Laubscher The Washington and Lee University community is invited to celebrate a new academic year with Convocation at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, on the Front Lawn. Dinner will follow on Stemmons Plaza. This event is a great opportunity to meet the first-y more PR

HANOVER, New Hampshire, Aug. 21 -- Dartmouth College issued the following news: * * * Saying Goodbye to Retiring Faculty and Staff Seventy-three longtime employees across Dartmouth retired in fiscal year 2026. - During fiscal year 2026, 73 Dartmouth employees from across the divisions retired after at least one--and in some cases several--decades of service. They include faculty from the Geisel School of Medicine, the School of Arts and Sciences, Thayer School of Engineering, and Tuck School of Business, and staff representing dozens of  more PR

CENTER VALLEY, Pennsylvania, Aug. 20 -- DeSales University posted the following news: * * * Dr. Katrin Blamey, Ph.D. Co-Authors New Book Bringing the Science of Reading to Preschool Classrooms * From this month's cover story in The Atlantic titled "The End of Reading is Here" to the chorus of concerns from parents and educators alike, the national conversation on dramatic drops in reading intensifies anew as the new school year commences. But one question endures: What does reading actually look like for the youngest learners in preschool c more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Aug. 21 -- The University of Michigan Ford School of Public Policy issued the following news: * * * Nicole Sherard-Freeman to join Luke Shaefer for featured keynote conversation at Kohn Social Policy Conference Nicole Sherard-Freeman, a Detroit native and nationally recognized leader whose career has connected philanthropy, public service, and economic opportunity, will join Luke Shaefer for a featured keynote conversation at the inaugural Kohn Social Policy Conference on Friday, September 18, 2026, in Detroit. The conv more PR

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Aug. 21 -- Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health issued the following news release: * * * What Would It Take to End Child Sexual Abuse? Preventing CSA requires challenging our misconceptions, understanding where current approaches fall short, and investing in strategies that can work to keep kids safe. - An estimated 20% of all children in the U.S. will experience child sexual abuse (CSA) or attempted CSA, either online or offline, before they turn 18. It's a reality we have the tools to change, s more PR

EASTON, Pennsylvania, Aug. 21 -- Lafayette College issued the following news: * * * From birch bark to bio-based polymers Summer research with Prof. Lindsay Soh and John Oramas '27 seeks greener methods to extract compound to make bio-based polymers By Bryan Hay A bundle of split white birch logs, a box of dry, curly white birch bark. It looks like the makings of a classic campfire. But these pieces of white birch are the raw ingredients in a process to extract betulin, a natural compound found in the bark, the precursor for making bio-b more PR

RIVERDALE, New York, Aug. 21 -- Manhattan University issued the following news: * * * Manhattan University Names Christina Cercone, Ph.D., Assistant Dean of the School of Engineering The civil engineering alumna and associate professor will lead student support, curricular innovation, and industry partnerships in her new role. - Manhattan University is pleased to announce the appointment of Christina Cercone, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Civil & Environmental Engineering, as Assistant Dean of the School of Engineering. The appointment ref more PR

MARYVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 20 -- Maryville College posted the following news: * * * Maryville College welcomes 10 new faculty members for the 2026-27 academic year * As Maryville College welcomes students back to campus for the 2026-27 academic year, 10 new faculty members will join the ranks of those delivering the College's prestigious liberal arts education across a variety of disciplines. Five visiting lecturers, three lecturers and three assistant professors bring the total faculty count to 79, according to the Division of Academic Af more PR

WORCESTER, Massachusetts, Aug. 20 -- Clark University posted the following news: * * * New grants support dissertation research, expand opportunities for Ph.D. students * With topics ranging from amphibian fungi and waterfront climate adaptation to ethnic-racial identity and Jewish news networks in the first half of the 20th century, seven Clark doctoral students have been named the first recipients of the Clark University Dissertation Improvement Grant program (CUDIG). The grants support doctoral students with expenses that fall outside t more PR

BRISTOL, Rhode Island, Aug. 20 -- Roger Williams University posted the following news: * * * New Spaces, Labs and Learning Environments Take Shape Across Roger Williams University Campus * BRISTOL, R.I. - When students return to Roger Williams University this fall, they will find new classrooms, labs, studios, collaborative spaces, and other improvements across campus. Several major projects are underway at the same time, with the most visible changes taking place in the buildings formerly occupied by the Mario J. Gabelli School of Busines more PR

HILLSBORO, Missouri, Aug. 21 -- St. Louis University issued the following news: * * * Saint Louis University to Hold Conference on AI and Autonomous Supply Chain The one-day event is hosted by SLU's Center for Supply Chain Excellence By Maggie Rotermund ST. LOUIS - Saint Louis University's Center for Supply Chain Excellence will host its third Tech-Chain conference, "Generative AI, Agentic AI, and the Road to the Autonomous Supply Chain," on Friday, Oct. 30, at SLU's Busch Student Center. The third annual conference will convene more than more PR

HILLSBORO, Missouri, Aug. 21 -- St. Louis University issued the following news: * * * SLU Community Welcomes Johnson at Reception By Joe Barker Saint Louis University's new executive vice president and provost is optimistic. Speaking at her welcome reception, Kathy Johnson, Ph.D., laid out her vision for what she hopes to see during her time at SLU. In just a few weeks on the job, she said she's already seen the blueprint for success. "The foundation for that future already exists here," she said. "Across this University, I've seen extra more PR

STANFORD, California, Aug. 21 -- Stanford University School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * Taking on the menopause, breast cancer double whammy By Erin Digitale Stanford Medicine gynecologists can offer tailored strategies to manage menopause symptoms in breast cancer survivors who can't use hormone replacement therapy. When they enter menopause, many younger breast cancer survivors face a disheartening conundrum: Intense menopause symptoms can hamper everything from their sleep and moods to cognitive function and sexual and  more PR

MADISON, New Jersey, Aug. 20 -- Drew University posted the following news: * * * The Rev. Dr. Meredith Hoxie Schol to Lead Drew Theological School * #Hoxie Schol assumed her term on July 1 August 2026 - Drew University is pleased to appoint the Rev. Dr. Meredith Hoxie Schol to lead Drew Theological School, effective July 1. Enlarge Hoxie Schol joined Drew in 2018 as Director of Doctoral Studies and Assistant Teaching Professor of Religious Education and Leadership. Under her leadership, Drew's Doctor of Ministry (DMin) and Doctor of Phi more PR

BIDDEFORD, Maine, Aug. 21 -- The University of New England issued the following news: * * * UNE earns 12th consecutive placement on The Princeton Review's best colleges list The University of New England has once again been named among the nation's best colleges by The Princeton Review, marking the 12th consecutive year UNE has earned a place in the educational services company's flagship college guide. UNE is one of 392 institutions featured in "The Best Colleges for 2027," representing about 14% of the nearly 2,800 four-year colleges and  more PR

MOUNT OLIVE, North Carolina, Aug. 21 -- The University of Mount Olive issued the following news: * * * University of Mount Olive Reading Clinic Awarded Grant for Fourth Consecutive Year The University of Mount Olive Reading Clinic has been awarded a $63,200 grant from the Anonymous Trust for the 2026-2027 year, marking the fourth consecutive year the program has received funding. The clinic, which launched in 2023, provides individualized literacy support to elementary students while giving UMO education majors hands-on clinical training. I more PR

LOS ANGELES, California, Aug. 20 -- The University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine posted the following news release: * * * USC study finds gray and white matter work together to support cognition in older adults * Researchers from the Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute (Stevens INI) at the Keck School of Medicine of USC have found that two distinct types of brain tissue work together to support cognition in older adults, and that the health of the brain's short-range wiring may help soften the cogni more PR

LEXINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following news: * * * W&L Welcomes New Fixed-Term Faculty, Fellows and Assistant Coaches Twenty-eight new faculty and staff members are joining the university this year. By Brian Laubscher Washington and Lee University has welcomed 28 fixed-term faculty members, fellows and coaches to new positions across the College, the Williams School and the Law School this fall. These new additions are: * Emma Aldrich '22, Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics and Engineering more PR

WILKES-BARRE, Pennsylvania, Aug. 20 -- Wilkes University issued the following news release: * * * EXPLOR-NEPA Helps High School Students Build & Code their Future High school students enjoyed a summer of AI, robotics and discovery through Wilkes University's EXPLOR-NEPA program - Wilkes University's EXPLOR-NEPA (Experiential Learning for Artificial Intelligence-Driven Robotics in Northeast Pennsylvania) program is a new, three-year experiential learning initiative designed to give high school students the chance to start working in new tec more PR