CLEVELAND, Ohio, Aug. 22 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * $24.9M raised-a celebration of giving Annual event brings together donors, faculty, and students to celebrate historic fundraising milestones and investment in dental education - Driven by a record-breaking $24.9 million in donor support over the past two fiscal years, Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine celebrated the transformative power of philanthropy at its annual gathering on Aug. 6 at Glidden House. The event brought to more PR

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Aug. 22 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * Breaking the cycle: How research is shaping a new approach to gun violence prevention Researchers at the Mandel School's Begun Center are evaluating an innovative specialty court program designed to stop the cycle of gun violence before it escalates. Story by: Laura Dorr Addressing gun violence requires more than enforcement--it requires stopping the cycle before it can escalate. At Case Western Reserve University Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Sch more PR

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Aug. 22 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * Share STEM research at a national conference The Graduate Education Office at Case Western Reserve University invites students to submit abstracts, apply for travel awards and connect with scientists sharing research that addresses today's challenges and shapes tomorrow's future at the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS). This event, which will take place Nov. 18 to 21, is the largest multidisciplinary scientific co more PR

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, Aug. 20 -- Samford University issued the following news release: * * * Casey Metoyer Connects Sport Science, Performance and Purpose * For Casey Metoyer, sport science involves turning data into decisions that help athletes perform their best. He brings this passion for knowledge and application to Samford University's new Master of Science in Performance and Applied Sport Science (MSPASS), where he helps students connect scientific principles with real-world performance. Metoyer brings experience from professional and more PR

WORCESTER, Massachusetts, Aug. 20 -- Clark University posted the following news: * * * Clark, Amazon Web Services convene inaugural AI Agents Academy * Clark University, in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS), convened more than 400 leaders from over 100 universities, healthcare organizations, foundations, and nonprofits for an inaugural AI Agents Academy in downtown Worcester on Tuesday, August 18. The national forum explored how AI agents are transforming mission-driven organizations. The academy brought together advancement le more PR

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, Aug. 20 -- Samford University issued the following news release: * * * Global Design Leaders Headline 2026-27 Architecture & Interior Design Lecture Series * Students often encounter the world's most influential architects and designers through textbooks, case studies and magazine features. At Samford University, they will have the opportunity to hear from them in person. Samford's Architecture & Interior Design Lecture Series welcomes this year's extraordinary roster of internationally recognized practitioners whose w more PR

GRINNELL, Iowa, Aug. 21 -- Grinnell College posted the following news: * * * Grinnell Representatives Join National Conversation on the Future of STEM Research * Susan Ferrari, assistant vice president in the Office of Grants and Research and Kristen Burson, associate professor of physics, will bring a liberal arts perspective to a national conversation about the future of STEM research at emerging research institutions (ERIs)-colleges and universities with less than $50 million in annual federal research expenditures. During the National A more PR

WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, Aug. 21 -- Lycoming College posted the following news: * * * Guadalupe Martinez "Becoming River" to open Lycoming College Art Gallery 2026-27 season * Curated by: Marisa C. Sanchez, Ph.D., assistant professor of art history, in collaboration with the artist Exhibit dates: Friday, Sept. 4-Saturday, Nov. 28, Lycoming College Art Gallery Artist Talk (open to the public): Wednesday, Oct. 14, 4:30 p.m., Trogner Presentation Room, Krapf Gateway Center, Lycoming College. This talk is co-sponsored by the art department more PR

HIGH POINT, North Carolina, Aug. 21 -- High Point University issued the following news release: * * * HPU Poll 126: Majority of North Carolina Voters Say Country Headed in Wrong Direction * HIGH POINT, N.C., Aug. 21, 2026 - A new High Point University(r) Poll of North Carolina likely voters found that a majority (59%) said the country is on the wrong track, while 36% said that the country was headed in the right direction. More than one-third of likely voters (35%) said the state of North Carolina was headed in the right direction, while 4 more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Aug. 21 -- Trinity University posted the following news: * * * Incoming Trinity First-Year Is Bringing Her Curiosity and Leadership to Campus * Rowan Hankins '30 is starting at Trinity University this fall with her sights set on becoming an aerospace engineer, a dream that solidified for her after a summer internship with NASA. She plans to balance her studies with soccer, excited to join and contribute to the Trinity community. Rowan Hankins '30 has loved STEM since middle school, and in 2024, she found herself working more PR

LOUDONVILLE, New York, Aug. 21 -- Siena College posted the following news: * * * Introducing a Degree in Engineering Physics * Siena now offers its first academic program to carry the "engineering" designation. The New York State Board of Regents recently approved the University's bachelor of science in engineering physics, following review by the New York State Education Department and the State Board of Engineering. The program features tracks in mechanical and electrical engineering. The new major builds on Siena's established strength more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 21 -- Mercer University posted the following news: * * * Mercer named 2026-27 College of Distinction * #Six Programs Recognized MACON, Ga. -Mercer University has been named a College of Distinction for the 2026-27 academic year, a prestigious designation awarded to schools whose commitment to engaged, experiential education sets them apart. Mercer was recognized as a private university on both the state and national levels and in the categories: * Business -Affirms a dynamic and ethics-driven business education  more PR

SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, Aug. 20 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news: * * * Seton Hall to Host National Law Enforcement Expert * How should law enforcement leaders communicate when every action can be recorded, shared and scrutinized by millions? That question will be at the heart of an upcoming event featuring Darrin Porcher, Ed.D., a retired NYPD lieutenant and nationally recognized law enforcement expert and media analyst. The College of Human Development, Culture, and Media will welcome Porcher for "When the World is Wa more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 21 -- Spelman College posted the following news: * * * Spelman College Opens Academic Year With Faculty Honors at Opening Convocation * Spelman College held its annual Opening Convocation ceremony on August 20, 2026, welcoming students, faculty and staff to Sisters Chapel for a celebration of academic achievement and faculty excellence. The ceremony formally launched the 2026 - 2027 academic year. It featured an address from Spelman's 12th President, Ayanna Howard, Ph.D., and recognized faculty members who reached si more PR

MIDLAND, Michigan, Aug. 21 (TNSrpt) -- Northwood University posted the following news: * * * New Study Estimates Northwood's Economic Impact Across Michigan is Nearly $895 Million * Independent report finds Northwood University supported more than 9,300 jobs statewide, including 3,007 in the Great Lakes Bay Region, in fiscal year 2024-25. Northwood University added $894.6 million in income to Michigan's economy during fiscal year 2024-25, according to a newly released independent economic impact report that demonstrates the independent uni more PR

GREENVILLE, Pennsylvania, Aug. 21 -- Thiel College issued the following news release: * * * Thiel College recognized 38 employees for 405 combined years of service * GREENVILLE, Pa.-Thiel College recognized 38 employees representing a combined 405 years of service during its annual campus retreat Aug. 18. The employees were recognized for service milestones ranging from five to 40 years. The longest-serving employee being honored was VPEM Administrative Assistant Tammy L. Shilling, who is celebrating 40 years of service to the College. Fo more PR

ANGOLA, Indiana, Aug. 21 -- Trine University posted the following news: * * * Trine alum, current student work together on summer research project * Having graduated from Trine University, Fr. Bryan Paulsen, S.J., Ph.D., hoped to have a current Trine student work as part of his Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) team this summer at the University of Notre Dame. "When you know a place and you know the professors and you know you're going to get a good student, that's the best way to go," he commented. That hope was fulfilled when more PR

TACOMA, Washington, Aug. 20 -- The University of Puget Sound posted the following news: * * * University of Puget Sound Announces New Director for Institutional Research and Assessment * University of Puget Sound will welcome Kristen Handley as director for institutional research and assessment effective today, Aug. 20, 2026. Handley brings 15 years of higher education experience to Puget Sound, specializing in institutional effectiveness, accreditation support, strategic planning, external reporting, and data governance. "I am thrilled to more PR

LEXINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 22 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following news: * * * Washington and Lee Welcomes New Tenure Stream Faculty Twelve faculty members will join new positions during the 2026-27 academic year. By Brian Laubscher Washington and Lee University has welcomed 12 tenure stream faculty members to new positions in the College, the Williams School and the Law School, where they will teach classes this fall. The faculty members assuming new positions at W&L are: * Laura Pavon Aramburu, Assistant Professor of Sp more PR