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$1 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Coral Reef Conservation in Seven States (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce announced that it expects to award up to three cooperative agreements for coral reef conservation projects in American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands, Florida, Guam, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, and coral-dominated banks in the U.S. portions of the Gulf of Mexico. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $1 million with a ceiling of $80,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associ more ST

$1 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Health Promotion, Disease Prevention Research Centers (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to five cooperative agreements for health promotion and disease prevention research centers. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $1,028,000 with a ceiling of $450,000 for each award in the program. This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education and investiga more ST

$1 Million Funding Available for Age-related Conditions Prevention, Treatment (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for novel interventions for prevention and treatment of age-related conditions. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $1 million with a ceiling of $200,000 for each award in the program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school distric more ST

$1 Million Funding Available for Research on Health Care Practices Affecting Older Persons (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for research leading to new health care practices, community programs and policies affecting older persons. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $1 million with a ceiling of $200,000 for each award in the program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district government more ST

$1.2 Million Funding Available for Cancer Researchers Career Development Activities (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award up to 24 discretionary grants for the facilitation of the transition of talented graduate students into successful cancer research postdoctoral appointments and provide opportunities for career development activities. This funding opportunity uses the pre-doc to post-doc transition award/post-doctoral transition award mechanism. The estimated total progr more ST

$100,000 Funding Available for Drug Abuse, HIV Research (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for drug abuse, HIV and AIDS research programs. This funding opportunity uses the small grant program mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $100,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state co more ST

$100,000 Funding Available for Watershed Management Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the Watershed Management Program. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $100,000. The agency said the grant was associated with natural resources. This funding opportunity is open to Watershed Group from states, Indian tribes, local and special districts e.g., irrigation and water districts, etc.; local governmental entities; interstate more ST

$110,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Technical Assistance, Support in Mo. (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Kansas City District announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement announced that it expects to award cooperative agreements for technical assistance and support related to the successful completion of documentation for integrated and interdisciplinary environmental planning in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $110,000. The agency said the grant was associated with natur more ST

$12.8 Million Funding Available for National Innovation Network Teams Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The National Science Foundation announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the National Innovation Network Teams Program. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $12,750,000. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. This funding opportunity is open to universities and colleges, universities and two and four-year colleges including community colleges accredited in, and more ST

$125,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Cultural Resources Management in Missouri (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Kansas City District announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for cultural resources management in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $125,000. The agency said the grant was associated with natural resources. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; Native American tribal governments and organizations; inst more ST

$125,000 Funding Available for Promotion of Diversity in Health-Related Research (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for new investigators to promote diversity in health-related research. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $125,000. The agency said the grant was associated with food and nutrition. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private more ST

$15 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Technical Assistance for Response to Healthcare Crisis (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to 10 cooperative agreements for technical assistance for response to public health or healthcare crisis. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $15 million. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; Native American tribal governments and organizations; institut more ST

$150,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Natural Resources Management in Missouri (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Kansas City District announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for natural resources management in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $150,000. The agency said the grant was associated with natural resources. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; Native American tribal governments and organizations; insti more ST

$150,000 Funding Available for Advanced Rehabilitation Research Training (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for advanced research training and experience to individuals with doctorates or similar advanced degrees, who have clinical or other relevant experience. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $150,000. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. more ST

$150,000 Funding Available for Advanced Rehabilitation Research Training (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for advanced research training to enhance capacity of eligible individuals to conduct rehabilitation research to improve outcomes for individuals with disabilities. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $150,000. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and devel more ST

$150,000 Funding Available for Advanced Rehabilitation Research Training Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the Advanced Rehabilitation Research Training Program. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $150,000. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher more ST

$150,000 Funding Available for Neuroimaging Methodologies Adoption (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for facilitating the entry of investigators to adopt neuroimaging methodologies in their research programs. This funding opportunity uses the small grant program mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $150,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments more ST

$150,000 Funding Available for Rehabilitation Research Training (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for advanced research training with particular attention to research areas that support the implementation and objectives of the Rehabilitation Act. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $150,000. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. This more ST

$150,000 Funding Available for Rehabilitation Researchers Training (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for training rehabilitation researchers with particular attention to areas that support the implementation and objectives of the Rehabilitation Act. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $150,000. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. This more ST

$18 Million Funding Available for Clinical Trials to Test Effectiveness of Mental Health Treatment Interventions (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for clinical trials to test the effectiveness of mental health treatment, preventive and services interventions. This funding opportunity uses the research project grant mechanism. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; in more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Cancer Prevention, Treatment (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S.Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for stimulating innovations in behavioral intervention research for cancer prevention and control. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Clinical Research in Kidney Diseases (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for pilot and feasibility clinical research in kidney diseases. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) food and nutrition and b) health. This funding opportunity is open to st more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Clinical Research in Urological Disorders (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for pilot and feasibility clinical research in urological disorders. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) food and nutrition and b ) health. This funding opportunity is open more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Clinical Studies in Cancer Diagnosis, Treatment (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for clinical and translational studies in cancer diagnosis and treatment. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Drug, Alcohol, Tobacco Abuse Prevention Research (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for health services and economic research on the prevention and treatment of drug, alcohol and tobacco abuse. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and speci more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Fertility Status Research (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award up to discretionary grants for research that explores the premise that fertility status can be a marker for overall health. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) environment, b) health and c) income more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Integrative Research on Polysubstance Abuse, Addiction (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for an integrative research on polysubstance abuse and addiction. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; public more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for International Research Collaboration on Drug Abuse, Addiction Research (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for an international research collaboration on drug abuse and addiction research. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory research project grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independe more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Neuroscience Research (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for neuroscience research projects which fall within the mission of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Population Health Interventions (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for population health interventions that target underlying social, economic and environmental conditions in an effort to improve health outcomes. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. This funding opportunity is open to sta more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Research in Obesity (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for clinical research in obesity. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a)education, b) food and nutrition, c) health and d) income security and social services. This funding op more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Research on Oocyte Mitochondrial Function in Fertility (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for research on oocyte mitochondrial function in relation to fertility, aging and mitochondrial diseases. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) health and b) income security and more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Research Studies in Digestive Diseases, Nutrition (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for clinical and translational research studies in digestive diseases and nutrition. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) food and nutrition and b) health. This funding oppo more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Secondary Analysis in Digestive, Kidney Diseases (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for secondary analyses in obesity, diabetes and digestive and kidney diseases. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) food and nutrition and b) health. This funding opportunit more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Substance Use Disorders Treatment Outcomes Improvement (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for target assessment, engagement and data replicability to improve substance use disorders treatment outcomes. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state contro more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Technological Innovations to Improve Human Health (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the discovery and applied research for technological innovations to improve human health. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district gove more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Trophoblast Differentiation for Fertility, Pregnancy (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for research in the area of trophoblast differentiation and function in relation to fertility and pregnancy, including the role of the immune system. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Zika Virus Research (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for research on the Zika virus and its complications. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) health and b) income security and social services. This funding opportunity is ope more ST

$225,000 Funding Available for HIV Prevention, Care Improvement (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the development and testing of novel interventions to improve hiv prevention, care and program implementation. This funding opportunity uses the planning grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $225,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governmen more ST

$225,000 Funding Available for Pilot Services Research Not Involving Interventions (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for pilot services research not involving interventions. This funding opportunity uses the planning grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $225,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and stat more ST

$225,000 Funding Available for Research Drug, Alcohol, Tobacco Abuse Treatment (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for pilot health services and economic research on the treatment of drug, alcohol and tobacco abuse. This funding opportunity uses the planning grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $225,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independen more ST

$225,000 Funding Available for Suicide Behavior Detection, Prevention (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for pilot studies to detect and prevent suicide behavior, ideation and self-harm in youth in contact with the juvenile justice system. This funding opportunity uses the planning grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $225,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and specia more ST

$250,000 Funding Available for Long Non-Coding Ribonucleic Acids Research (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for research on human long non-coding ribonucleic acids to understand their roles in controlling the gene regulatory networks underpinning normal heart, lung, blood and sleep homeostatic and disease processes. This funding opportunity uses the research project grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $250,0 more ST

$3 Million Funding Available for Natural Resource Damage Assessment in Wisconsin (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced that it intends to award up to 15 discretionary grants for a natural resource damage assessment for the Fox River in Wisconsin. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $3 million with a ceiling of $1 million for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with natural resources. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and more ST

$3.3 Million Funding Available for Understanding HIV Viral Suppression, Transmission in U.S. (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the improvement of understanding HIV viral suppression and transmission in U.S. This funding opportunity uses the research project grant mechanism. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $3,250,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independ more ST

$350,000 Funding Available for Research Education Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for a research education program for clinical researchers and clinicians. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $350,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; more ST

$4 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Cluster Munition Remnant Survey, Clearance (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of State's Office of Weapons Removal and Abatement announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for cluster munition remnant survey and clearance in Eastern Cambodia. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $4 million. This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; non-profits; non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS; public international organizations; an more ST

$4.9 Million Funding Available for Family-To-Family Health Information Centers Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Health Resources and Services Administration announced that it intends to award up to 51 discretionary grants for the Family-to-Family Health Information Centers Program to provide education and technical assistance to families of children and youth with special health care needs. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $4,880,700. This funding opportunity is open to any public or private entity, fa more ST

$5 Million Funding Available for Environmental System Science Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the Environmental System Science Program. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $5 million with a ceiling of $1 million. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; Native Americ more ST

$50,000 Funding Available for Research on Drug Alcohol, Tobacco Abuse Prevention (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for health services and economic research on the prevention and treatment of drug, alcohol and tobacco abuse. This funding opportunity uses the small grant program mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $50,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district government more ST

$500,000 Available in Cooperative Agreements for Public Health Conferences Support (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to 10 cooperative agreements for supporting the National Center for HIV, AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Tuberculosis Prevention's public health conference. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $500,000 with a ceiling of $400,000 for each award in the program. This funding opportunity is op more ST

$500,000 Funding Available for Clinical Trials in Communication Disorders (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for clinical trials in communication disorders. This funding opportunity uses the research project grant mechanism. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; public housing au more ST

$500,000 Funding Available for Research on Pathogenesis of Age-Related HIV Neurodegeneration (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for research on the pathogenesis of age-related HIV neurodegeneration. This funding opportunity uses the research project grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $500,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; pr more ST

$52 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Turbine-Based Technology Development (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's National Energy Technology Laboratory announced that it expects to award up to 11 cooperative agreements for the development of turbine based technology applicable to fossil fuels including coal derived synthesis gas, coal derived hydrogen and natural gas. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $51,875,000 with a ceiling of $500,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with a) energy more ST

$6 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Coastal, Ocean Modeling Testbed Project (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce announced that it expects to award up to three cooperative agreements for a coastal and ocean modeling testbed project. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $6 million. The agency said the grant was associated with a) environment, b) natural resources and c) science and technology and other research and development. This funding opportunity is open to institutions of higher education; nonprofit and for-profit orga more ST

$600,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Environmental Analysis in Missouri (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Kansas City District announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for an environmental analysis in support of the Clean Water Act program in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $600,000. The agency said the grant was associated with natural resources. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; Native American trib more ST

$600,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Reducing Disparities in Vaccination Coverage (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for reducing disparities in vaccination coverage among young children through an assessment of parental experience, barriers and challenges with accessing quality services. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $600,000 with a ceiling of $300,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, more ST

$600,000 Available in Cooperative Agreements for Coastal Program for Eight States (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced that it expects to award up to 10 cooperative agreements for the Coastal Program that aims to restore and protect fish and wildlife habitat on public and private lands in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $600,000 with a ceiling of $200,000 for each award in the program. The agency sai more ST

$61,500 Available in Cooperative Agreement for John Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for John A. Knauss marine policy fellowship. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $61,500. The agency said the grant was associated with a) environment, b) natural resources and c) science and technology and other research and development. This funding opportunity is open to any student, regardless of citizenship, who, on February 21, 2018, is enrolled towards a de more ST

$62,842 Federal Contract Awarded to Navajo Sanitation (10)

GALLUP, New Mexico, Nov. 21 -- Navajo Sanitation Inc., Window Rock, Arizona, won a $62,842.27 federal contract from the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs for solid waste disposal services for the Bureau of Indian education's Fort Defiance Agency in Arizona. more CTR

$7 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Advocacy, Rights Promotion (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development in Bangladesh announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for the promotion of advocacy and rights. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $7 million. The agency said the grant was associated with community development. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; Native American tribal governments and organizations; institutions of higher ed more ST

$75,000 Funding Available for Behavioral Science Research Related to Drug Abuse (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for facilitating the entry of beginning investigators into the field of behavioral science research related to drug abuse. This funding opportunity uses the small grant program mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $75,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special distri more ST

$75,000 Funding Available for Supporting Dissertation Research on Healthy Marriage (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families announced that it intends to award up to three discretionary grants for supporting dissertation research on healthy marriage and responsible fatherhood policy issues. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $75,000 with a ceiling of $25,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with income security and social services. This f more ST

$75,000 Funding Available for Supporting Pilot, Feasibility Studies (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for supporting pilot and feasibility studies, secondary analysis of existing data, development of research methodology and technology. This funding opportunity uses the small grant program mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $75,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) food and nutrition and b) more ST

$8 Million Funding Available for Data Analysis, Modeling Studies (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for observational, data analysis or modeling studies to improve understanding and model representation of specified aerosol processes, high-latitude atmospheric processes and ice cloud processes. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $8 million with a ceiling of $700,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated wi more ST

$8 Million Funding Available for Firearm, Bow Hunter Education Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced that it intends to award up to 13 mandatory grants for the Firearm and Bowhunter Education and Safety Program. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $8 million with a ceiling of $240,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with natural resources. This funding opportunity is open to state governments. The agency description of the more ST

$9 Million Funding Available for Wildlife Programs (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced that it intends to award up to 50 mandatory grants for the for the development and implementation of programs for the benefit of wildlife and their habitats, including species that are not hunted or fished. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $9 million with a ceiling of $2 million for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with natural reso more ST

'A Journey of Leadership' (10)

FULLERTON, California, Nov. 22 -- California State University-Fullerton News Service issued the following news release: Last week, Cal State Fullerton President Mildred Garcia delivered the keynote address, "How Diverse Champions and a Passion for Equity Led Me to the Right Institutions at the Right Time for the Right Reasons: A Journey of Leadership at Three Presidencies and a National Organization" at the Minority Serving Institutions' (MSI) Aspiring Leaders program at the University of Penns more PR

'Children on the Move Have Rights Too - Joint Statement Marking the 28th Anniversary of the Convention on the Rights of the Child' (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Nov. 22 -- The United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child issued the following news release: On Universal Children's Day, UN child rights experts call on all Governments to safeguard the rights of children on the move. The Convention on the Rights of the Child is the most widely ratified human rights treaty and is further strengthened by its three Optional Protocols on the involvement of children in armed conflict; the sale of children, child prostitution and chil more PR

'Classic' Matchups Mark 10th Season of Jesuit Basketball Spotlight (10)

OMAHA, Nebraska, Nov. 22 -- Creighton University issued the following news release: This fall, the Jesuit Basketball Spotlight program will mark a decade highlighting the mission of Jesuit education through basketball with two Jesuit Basketball Classics, played by four men's and women's teams. On Friday, Dec. 1, Gonzaga University will host Creighton University in a nationally televised men's matchup on ESPN2; that same weekend, on Sunday, Dec. 3, Boston College will host Fairfield University i more PR

'Daily Life in Ancient Greece' Connects Visitors With Ancient People Who Lived More Than 2,500 Years Ago (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Nov. 21 -- The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston issued the following news release: Offering rare images of marriage and death, infancy and old age, the new "Daily Life in Ancient Greece" gallery at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA), allows visitors to connect with the daily rituals and concerns of ancient Greeks who lived more than 2,500 years ago. This installation, opening December 2, provides new insight into an ancient people, exploring their way of life and values t more PR

'Education Is the Engine of Mobility:' Fed Economist Addresses Income Inequality at Lawrence Tech's Hotelling Lecture (10)

SOUTHFIELD, Michigan, Nov. 22 -- Lawrence Technological University issued the following news release: If the United States really wants to do something about income and wealth inequality, and the fact that it's getting harder to move up the economic ladder, the country will have to do a better job of supporting education. In a speech in Southfield Friday night, economist Daniel R. Carroll said that when it comes to moving up economically, "Education is the engine of mobility." Carroll was at more PR

'Hispania' Publishes Article By Steven Byrd and Samuel Reynolds (10)

BIDDEFORD, Maine, Nov. 22 -- The University of New England issued the following news release: The journal, Hispania has published an article by two University of New England College of Arts and Sciences faculty members that addresses the importance of community-based civic education in 21st century curricula. The article was written by Steven Byrd, Ph.D., associate professor of Spanish and Portuguese and director of the Latin American Studies Minor and Samuel McReynolds, Ph.D., professor and c more PR

'Shocking' Detention of Australia's Aboriginal Children (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following report: The camera shows a slightly built 13-year-old boy pacing in a tiny cell, pausing every so often to lean against the wall, his head buried in his arms, his body trembling. Three guards rush in and quickly overpower the boy, stripping him naked. It was one of at least five instances when detention center guards in Australia's Northern Territory used excessive force against him between October 2010 and August 2014, the Australi more PR

'Stand By Your Pan': Thanksgiving Cooking Tips That You Can Be Thankful For (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following news release: There's nothing quite like sharing special moments with family and friends on Thanksgiving Day. To keep families safe this holiday, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) encourages consumers to follow safe cooking practices to ensure a memorable and enjoyable Thanksgiving meal. Most home cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving Day. From 2012 through 2014, there was an average of 2,100 cook more PR

120 New ANPs Will Drive Improvements in the Delivery of Our Health Services - Minister for Health (10)

DUBLIN, Ireland, Nov. 22 -- The Ireland Department of Health issued the following news release: Minister for Health, Simon Harris TD, today launched a new programme for advanced nursing practice (ANP), which will result in the delivery of 700 ANP posts by 2021. Minister Harris said "This will mean more nurses as senior decision makers and will drive improvements in our health services. This new ANP education model will see 120 ANPs trained to provide care in the areas of older person services more PR

2017 Eastern Partnership Summit: Stronger Together (10)

BRUSSELS, Brazil, Nov. 25 -- The European Commission issued the following news release: The 5th Eastern Partnership Summit took place today in Brussels. It was a moment to celebrate the achievements of the last two years in the EU's relationships with its six Eastern partners, and to look forward to implementing 20 deliverables by 2020 that will bring tangible benefits to citizens. The Summit, held at the level of Heads of State or Government, brought together the European Union institutions, more PR

2017 Huebner Gold Medal Goes to George Joseph and Maury Stewart (10)

BRYN MAWR, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- The American College of Financial Services issued the following news release: On November 17, 2017, Maurice Stewart, CLU(R), ChFC(R), CLF(R), and the late George G. Joseph, CLU(R), received the Solomon S. Huebner Gold Medal from The American College of Financial Services in recognition of their leadership and accomplishments in the financial services profession. Both individuals were formally honored at The College's annual President's Dinner that took place more PR

2017 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award Winners Announced Today (10)

TORONTO, Canada, Nov. 24 -- The Royal Bank of Canada issued the following news release: The 25th annual RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards have named six winners of this year's prestigious awards, including: the founder of a non-for-profit that pioneers STEM education for women nationally, a blue-collar CEO of one of the most successful retail maintenance businesses in the country and a restauranteur and real-estate mogul whose empire is now exploding into the US market. "RBC is honoured t more PR

2018 Fire Service Executive Development Institute Participants Selected (10)

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Nov. 21 -- The International Association of Fire Chiefs issued the following news release: The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) today announced the participants accepted into the sixth-year of the prestigious Fire Service Executive Development Institute (FSEDI). FSEDI is a yearlong leadership-development program developed by the IAFC to provide new and aspiring chiefs with the tools they need to have successful and productive tenures. The members of the cohort more PR

2018 Military Friendly School Distinction Earned by USF (10)

JOLIET, Illinois, Nov. 22 -- The University of St. Francis issued the following news release: The University of St. Francis (USF) announced today that is has earned the 2018 Military Friendly(R) School distinction by Victory Media. This is the eighth consecutive year the university has received this prestigious designation. Each year the list of Military Friendly(R) schools is provided to service members and their families which helps them to select the best institution for the education needed more PR

32 NYC Health + Hospitals Primary Care Clinics Earn the Highest Level of Patient-Centered Medical Home Recognition (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 22 -- The New York City Health and Hospitals issued the following news release: NYC Health + Hospitals today announced that 32 of its hospital and community-based primary care clinics received the highest-level Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) recognition for meeting rigorous national standards and establishing a model to deliver patient-centered, coordinated, and convenient health care services to New Yorkers. Thirty-two health system primary care clinics received the Natio more PR

32nd Annual 'Trouble in Toyland' Survey Finds Dangerous Toys on Store Shelves (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Public Interest Research Group issued the following news release: Stores nationwide are still offering dangerous and toxic toys this holiday season and, in some cases, ignoring explicit government safety regulations in the process, according to U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) Education Fund's 32nd annual Trouble in Toyland report. The survey of potentially hazardous toys found that, despite recent progress, consumers must still be wary when shop more PR

32nd Annual 'Trouble in Toyland' Survey Finds Dangerous Toys on Store Shelves (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The Consumer Federation of America issued the following news release: Stores nationwide are still offering dangerous and toxic toys this holiday season and, in some cases, ignoring explicit government safety regulations in the process, according to U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) Education Fund's 32nd annual Trouble in Toyland report. The survey of potentially hazardous toys found that, despite recent progress, consumers must still be wary when shopping for chi more PR

32nd Annual 'Trouble in Toyland' Survey Finds Dangerous Toys on Store Shelves (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The Texas Public Interest Research Group issued the following news release: Stores nationwide are still offering dangerous and toxic toys this holiday season and, in some cases, ignoring explicit government safety regulations in the process, according to Texas Public Interest Research Group (TexPIRG) Education Fund's 32nd annualTrouble in Toyland report. The survey of potentially hazardous toys found that, despite recent progress, consumers must still be wary when shop more PR

360 Communities in Quebec to Benefit From Faster Internet (10)

LOUISEVILLE, Quebec, Nov. 21 -- Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (formerly Industry Canada), an arm of the Canadian government, issued the following news release: Up to 100,000 households in 360 rural and remote communities in Quebec will be able to do business online, participate in distance education and search for jobs online thanks to a joint federal-provincial investment of up to $290 million in high-speed Internet. This funding was announced by the Honourable Navdeep more PR

37th FTS Instructor Pilot Selected for ISOS (10)

COLUMBUS AIR FORCE BASE, Mississippi, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Air Force 14th Flying Training Wing issued the following news: By Airman 1st Class Beaux Hebert Public Affairs Capt. Karen Miller, 37th Flying Training Squadron instructor pilot, was selected to attend the Inter-American Squadron Officer School earlier this this year and will attend Feb. 21, 2018, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Miller is one of eight Airmen, the only pilot, in Air Force to be selected for ISOS in fiscal ye more PR

60% of U.S. Women Say They've Been Sexually Harassed Quinnipiac University National Poll Finds; Trump Job Approval Still Stuck Below 40% (10)

HAMDEN, Connecticut, Nov. 22 -- The Quinnipiac University Polling Institute has issued the following news release: Sixty percent of American women voters say they've experienced sexual harassment, according to a Quinnipiac University national poll released today. Among women who say they've been harassed, 69 percent say they've experienced it at work, as 43 percent say social settings; 45 percent say on the street and 15 percent say it happened at home, the independent Quinnipiac (KWIN-uh-pe-a more PR

8,000 Fewer NJ Students Missing Too Much School, But More Work Needed (10)

TRENTON, New Jersey, Nov. 22 -- The Advocates for Children of New Jersey issued the following news release: Roughly 8,000 fewer New Jersey students were chronically absent between the 2014-15 and 2015-16 school years, according to a new report released today by Advocates for Children of New Jersey (ACNJ). The number of K-12 students identified as missing too much school fell from 136,000 to 129,000 children in total, nudging the statewide chronic absenteeism rate from 10.3 to 9.7 percent. View more PR

80 Michigan Schools to Join Innovative Health and Wellness-Based Building Healthy Communities Program (10)

DETROIT, Michigan, Nov. 20 -- The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Michigan issued the following news release: Eighty Michigan schools statewide, representing grades K-12, were chosen to join the Building Healthy Communities: Step Up for School Wellness program that supports children's health by providing students, teachers and administrators with the necessary tools to create a healthier school environment. Schools were invited to apply for Building Healthy Communities: Step Up for School Welln more PR

91 Patient Organizations Issues Statement on Orphan Drug Tax Credit (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The American Lung Association issued the following joint statement: "Last week, the House of Representatives voted to repeal the Orphan Drug Tax Credit (ODTC) as part of the Tax Reform and Jobs Act (H.R.1). Our organizations, which collectively represent millions of individuals with rare diseases, are disappointed and dismayed by this harmful repeal. "The Orphan Drug Tax Credit has proven to be one of the most important incentives for developing innovative therapies for more PR

A Commander's Story of Survival (10)

CANNON AIR FORCE BASE, New Mexico, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Air Force 27th Special Operations Wing issued the following news: By Senior Airman Lane T. Plummer Public Affairs The sound of tire treads rolling over a smooth driveway was the only sound that could be heard on the street Col. John Boudreaux lived when he and his wife, Susi, pulled up to it. Susi shoved the gear shift to "Park." She couldn't do it fast enough, and sat back in the seat for a moment. She collected her thoughts as she close more PR

A Fundamental Commitment to Our Veterans (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Tom Cole, R-Oklahoma, issued the following column: For nearly a century, our nation has dedicated the eleventh day of the eleventh month as the day to honor and appreciate our veterans. What began as "Armistice Day," in 1919 to commemorate the soldiers that fought in World War I, has evolved to reflect the multiple battles and wars over the course of American history. But we should give gratitude to our veterans every day. As a nation, we are fortunate to have the wo more PR

A Melbourne Icon Reimagined: RMIT Launches Capitol Theatre Appeal (10)

MELBOURNE, Australia, Nov. 20 -- The Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology University issued the following news release: RMIT will officially launch a fundraising appeal today to generate funds for the reactivation of Melbourne's Capitol Theatre, three years after the beloved space closed its doors to the public. The Victorian Government has announced a contribution of $2.5 million in support of the project, while the community fundraising effort of the RMIT Capitol Theatre Appeal will seek more PR

A Practical Lesson in the Art of Curation: The Incubation Series at Penn (10)

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Nov. 21 -- The University of Pennsylvania issued the following news release: Unraveled sweaters. Folded photographs. Concrete blocks. Coffee grounds. As curators of an art gallery exhibition, two University of Pennsylvania art history students found a common thread in these disparate materials used in the work of four Penn fine arts students: Lauren Altman, Erlin Geffrard, Jiayi Liu and Heryk Tomassini,. The exhibition, titled "Loose Ends," was co-curated by Jessic more PR

AAAS Announces 2017 Fellows (10)

TROY, New York, Nov. 22 -- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute issued the following news: A recognized global leader in chromatographic bioprocessing, Steven Cramer, the William Weightman Walker Professor of Polymer Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has been named a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). The tradition of AAAS fellows began in 1874. Election as a AAAS fellow is an honor bestowed upon AAAS members by their peers. This year, 396 newly more PR

AAAS, University of Minnesota Announce 2017 Fellows (10)

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Nov. 20 -- The University of Minnesota issued the following news release: The University of Minnesota and the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) are excited to announce that four UMN researchers have been named as AAAS Fellows. Election as a Fellow is bestowed upon AAAS members by their peers. Among the 396 members honored this year by AAAS because of their distinguished efforts to advance science and its applications are: David A. Bernlohr, Ph.D more PR

AAP, Obesity Society Address Social, Emotional Impact of Weight Stigma on Children, Teens (10)

ELK GROVE VILLAGE, Illinois, Nov. 20 -- The American Academy of Pediatrics issued the following news release: For children who have overweight or obesity, stigma and discrimination can add to their health problems and harm their quality of life, making them feel isolated, embarrassed and sad. According to research, weight alone can be a predictor for victimization and bullying. In a new jointly written policy statement, the American Academy of Pediatrics and The Obesity Society offer guidance more PR

ActivPanel Wins Best Classroom Audio-Visual App or Tool Award (10)

ALPHARETTA, Georgia, Nov. 21 -- Promethean, an education company, issued the following news release: The ActivPanel (TM), Promethean's interactive flat panel display, was awarded the Best Classroom Audio-Visual app or Tool by The Edvocate, an online news website offering the latest industry news, feature interviews, and opinion pieces on education policy, reform, and organization. The recognition is part of the 2017 Tech Edvocate Awards, a program that highlights outstanding companies, people, more PR

ADB Extends Assistance to Sustain Education Quality, Access in Mongolia (10)

ULAANBAATAR, Mongolia, Nov. 21 -- The Asian Development Bank issued the following news release: The Asian Development Bank's (ADB) Board of Directors has approved a $50 million loan to help sustain access to and quality of pre-primary, primary, and secondary education in Mongolia, as continued economic difficulties pose challenges to the provision of quality education services in the country. "Significant cuts in the education budget for 2017 and beyond constrain the government's capacity to m more PR

ADB Grants to Help Skills Training Programs in Kyrgyz Republic (10)

BISHKEK, Kyrgyz Republic, Nov. 23 -- The Asian Development Bank issued the following news release: The Asian Development Bank's (ADB) Board of Directors has approved a total of $30 million in grants to assist the Kyrgyz Republic's efforts to strengthen technical and vocational education and training (TVET)--a key contributor to inclusive and sustainable growth in the country. The ADB assistance is comprised of a $12 million policy-based grant to support key policy reforms and an $18 million p more PR

ADB VP Reaffirms Sri Lanka Partnership, Launches Book Marking 50 Years of Ties (10)

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Nov. 23 -- The Asian Development Bank issued the following news release: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is reaffirming its long-term partnership with the Government of Sri Lanka to continue helping the country achieve its development goals, ADB Vice-President Wencai Zhang said during an event in Colombo to celebrate 50 years of ties between ADB and Sri Lanka. A publication, "Sri Lanka-ADB Partnership: 1966-2016," was jointly launched at the event by Eran Wickramaratne, S more PR

ADB, Lao PDR Sign Agreement to Enhance Sanitary, Phytosanitary Management Systems (10)

VIENTIANE, Laos, Nov. 21 -- The Asian Development Bank issued the following news release: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) signed an agreement on 13 November for a $10 million grant as additional financing for a project that will enhance Lao PDR's sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) capacity, and improve food safety as well as plant and animal safety in the country. The agreement was signed by ADB Country Director to the Lao PDR more PR

Addiction Recovery to Play a Part in Southeastern Louisiana University's Terrell Conference December 8 (10)

HAMMOND, Louisiana , Nov. 22 -- Southeastern Louisiana University issued the following news release: The University Counseling Center (UCC) at Southeastern Louisiana University will sponsor the inaugural Terrell Conference for Mental Health Practitioners Friday, Dec. 8. Scheduled from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the university's Student Union, the conference will highlight addiction recovery efforts. The conference invites professional counselors and licensed clinical social workers to come togethe more PR

Administrator Named to Board of National Dual Enrollment Accreditor (10)

WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- The Pennsylvania College of Technology issued the following news: Paul R. Watson II, dean of academic services and college transitions at Pennsylvania College of Technology, has been named to the board of directors of the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships. Watson will chair the Governmental Relations Committee for the board. In that capacity, he will be responsible for developing and maintaining a positive image for concurrent enroll more PR

Africa Tour Adds Depth to Senior's Liberal-Arts Education (10)

NORTH NEWTON, Kansas, Nov. 21 -- Bethel College issued the following news release: Despite having spent significant time in the developing world, Bethel College senior Austin Regier wasn't prepared for the economic disparities he encountered in southern Africa. Regier, Newton, is a social work and Bible and religion double major at Bethel. He also serves on the board of Mennonite Central Committee (MCC)-Central States. In that capacity, he participated in a two-week Leadership Learning Tour to more PR

Afterschool Alliance Names New Class of Afterschool Ambassadors (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Afterschool Alliance issued the following news release: The Afterschool Alliance announced the selection of 15 afterschool leaders from around the nation to serve as Afterschool Ambassadors for 2017-2018. Each Afterschool Ambassador will continue directing or supporting a local afterschool program while also serving their one-year Afterschool Ambassador term, organizing public events, communicating with policy makers, and in other ways growing support for afterschool prog more PR

Agriculture Department Rural Utilities Service Announces Funding Availability (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The Department of Agriculture's Rural Utilities Service announced funding availability in the Federal Register and is soliciting letters of intent for loan applications under the Rural Energy Savings Program, announcing the application process for those loans and deadlines for applications from eligible entities. These loans are made available under the authority of Section 6407 of the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002, as amended, (Section 6407) and the T more ST

Air Force Seeks Bioinformatics Pipeline Interpretative Services (10)

KEESLER AFB, Mississippi, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Air Education and Training Command has issued a sources sought notice (FA3010-BioinformaticsServices) for bioinformatics pipeline interpretative services. Response Date: Dec. 5, 2017; Classification Code: Q - Medical services; NAICS Code: 621 - Ambulatory Health Care Services/621511 - Medical Laboratories. more CTR

Air Force Seeks Catholic Education, Music Services in Idaho (10)

MOUNTAIN HOME AFB, Idaho, Nov. 24 -- The U.S. Air Combat Command has issued a sources sought notice (F3F0HC) for Catholic services to include one Catholic Religious Education Coordinator, a Catholic music director, and one Catholic musician. Response Date: Dec. 1, 2017; Classification Code: G - Social services; NAICS Code: 813 - Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations/813110 - Religious Organizations. more CTR

Air Force Seeks Oracle Database Training in Illinois (10)

SCOTT AFB, Illinois, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Air Mobility Command has issued a sources sought notice (FA4407-18-Q-3001) for Oracle database training. Response Date: Dec. 5, 2017; Set Aside: Small Business; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 611 - Educational Services/611430 - Professional and Management Development Training. more CTR

Aircuity to Begin Installation at Virginia Commonwealth University (10)

NEWTON, Massachusetts, Nov. 21 -- Aircuity, an airside efficiency company, issued the following news release: USA - Aircuity, (www.aircuity.com), creator of measurably better environments, announces that it will begin installation at three laboratory research buildings at the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine. Aircuity is acting as the turnkey contractor for the installation of Aircuity's intelligent building platform along with upgrades to controls and exhaust systems. more PR

AJPH November 2017 Highlights (10)

SAN DIEGO, California, Nov. 22 -- The American Public Health Association issued the following news release: Researchers found that, compared with those born in 1977 and 1978, individuals born between 1947 and 1964 experienced excess risks of prescription opioid overdose death and of heroin overdose death. Those born between 1979 and 1992 also experienced an increased risk of heroin overdose death. The cohort effects were consistent between sexes. This study assessed cohort effects in prescripti more PR

Al-Othaimeen Calls for Formulation of Cultural Policies to Promote Pluralism and Harmony Between Different Cultural Groups (10)

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 23 -- The Organization of Islamic Cooperation issued the following news release: The Secretary General of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Dr. Yousef A. Al-Othaimeen has called on OIC Member States to formulate cultural policies that will promote pluralism and harmony between different cultural groups within nations and among nations. The Secretary General made the call in a statement delivered on his behalf by Ambassador Samir Bakr Diab, Assistant Secre more PR

ALS Graduates Equipped to Lead Subordinates (10)

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Massachusetts, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force's Hanscom Air Force Base issued the following news: By Mark Wyatt 66th Air Base Group Public Affairs Twelve graduates of Airman Leadership School here completed the first step in their professional military education following a graduation ceremony at the Minuteman Commons Nov. 17. By completing the five-week course, the 12 graduates are now qualified to supervise junior enlisted members in their respective organizations, a more PR

Alumna Becomes 'Topdog' (10)

RADFORD, Virginia, Nov. 22 -- Radford University issued the following news release: After graduating from Radford University in May, Addie Pawlick, of Chester, completed her first production as lighting designer in graduate school at the University of Houston. Pawlick, a theatre major at Radford, worked on the production of "Topdog/Underdog," by Suzan-Lori Parks, and designed the lighting plan and scheme for the show. The play is about two brothers and follows their lives as they cope with eac more PR

Alumna Deb Henton Named Superintendent of Year (10)

WINONA, Minnesota, Nov. 21 -- St. Mary's University of Minnesota issued the following news release: There's no question what inspires Deb Henton M'95, C'96, D'99, superintendent of North Branch Area Public Schools. Actually, there are approximately 3,000 inspirations. Her students. "Whenever I can raise student achievement, that's No. 1," Dr. Henton said. "That's why I come to work every day. I want to create an environment where kids have the best opportunities possible to achieve their drea more PR

Alumna Spearheads Award-Winning Technology Project for Jenkins County School System (10)

STATESBORO, Georgia, Nov. 23 -- Georgia Southern University issued the following news release: Georgia Southern University College of Education (COE) alumna and doctoral candidate Julie Chance developed the Innovative Teacher Technology Project (ITTP), which is now a system-wide, award-winning project. The Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) recently named Jenkins County School System (JCSS) the 2017 recipient of the Richard B. Lewis Memorial Award for outstanding more PR

Alumnae, Area Educators Share Innovative Learning Strategies at Heick Symposium (10)

LYNCHBURG, Virginia, Nov. 23 -- Randolph College issued the following news release: On Saturday, Randolph hosted a special program for area educators about STEM education and hands-on teaching strategies in sessions led by several of the College's alumnae as well as local school administrators. The 2017 Heick Symposium on Education featured strategies for EL Education, college and career ready pathways, STEAM and maker spaces, and meeting the needs of all learners using modern technology. To more PR

Alumni Entrepreneurs Celebrate Small Business Saturday (10)

BUFFALO, New York, Nov. 22 -- Buffalo State College issued the following news release: Small Business Saturday, November 25, was established in 2010 to help boost sales, exposure, and engagement for local brick-and-mortar stores and online stores. It's also the perfect time to recognize Buffalo State alumni who took a risk, started their own businesses, and worked hard to create companies, products, and opportunities for themselves. Andrea Carter, '87 Simply DaVine Bath and Body Carter has l more PR

Alumnus' Vision for Detroit is 20/20 (10)

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio, Nov. 20 -- Bowling Green State University issued the following news release: For decades, "brain drain," the emigration of trained or educated people from an area, has negatively impacted Detroit. But new evidence suggests that the drain is over. Bowling Green State University alumnus Michael Swafford, for one, is excited about his hometown's future and gives credit to the Detroit residents who never gave up on his city. "I am very passionate about the current state of Det more PR

Always Vigilant (10)

CHESTNUT HILL, Massachusetts, Nov. 20 -- Boston College issued the following news: There are three billion people on the Internet -- and not all of them are law-abiding. That fact is the one of the reasons securing data and computer networks is such an essential component of any organization, including Boston College. While the responsibility of protecting data and the computer network belongs to all members of the University, the oversight of the University's computer security is the purview more PR

AMA Announces Partnership With NIFA (10)

MUNCIE, Indiana, Nov. 21 -- The Academy of Model Aeronautics issued the following news release: The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA), the nation's leading voice for model aircraft flying hobbyists, and the National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA), a collegiate organization dedicated to developing and advancing aviation education and safety, have formed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore collaborative opportunities for university students to become involved in model aviation. T more PR

AMA Secretary General to Change Career Direction When Contract Expires in 2018 (10)

BARTON, Australia, Nov. 20 -- The Australian Medical Association issued the following news release: Federal AMA Secretary General, Anne Trimmer, has decided to pursue a different career direction when her five-year contract with the AMA expires in August 2018. AMA President, Dr Michael Gannon, said today that Ms Trimmer had provided strong, stable leadership of the AMA Secretariat, which provided a well-informed and strategic platform for the work of the President, the Vice President, the Boar more PR

American Academy of Optometry Announces Dr. Stacey S. Choi as 2018 Career Development Awardee (10)

ORLANDO, Florida, Nov. 22 -- The American Academy of Optometry issued the following news release: The American Academy of Optometry is pleased to announce Stacey S. Choi, PhD, as the 2018 Academy Career Development Award recipient. The Academy will provide a maximum of $50,000 in direct costs per year for up to two years, potentially renewable once for a total of up to four years of funding. The Ohio State University will provide matching funds, dollar for dollar, up to $50,000 per year for eac more PR

American Association for the Advancement of Science Honors Khomami (10)

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 21 -- The University of Tennessee issued the following news release: The American Association for the Advancement of Science has named UT's Bamin Khomami, the head of the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, as a 2018 Fellow. Khomami, who also serves as the Granger and Beaman Distinguished University Professor and director of the Sustainable Energy Education and Research Center, was chosen for his contributions to modeling and research that have led t more PR

American Association for the Advancement of Science Honors Three Brandeis Scholars (10)

WALTHAM, Massachusetts, Nov. 22 -- Brandeis University issued the following news release: Three Brandeis University scientists have been named Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). Election as a AAAS Fellow is an honor bestowed upon AAAS members by their peers for scientifically or socially distinguished efforts to advance science or its applications. This year's election of Vice Provost for Research Edward Hackett, Joseph Levitan Professor of Vision Scienc more PR

American Association of Nurse Anesthetists Tells AMA: Promote Patient Care, Don't Prevent It (10)

PARK RIDGE, Illinois, Nov. 20 -- The American Association of Nurse Anesthetists issued the following news release: Park Ridge, Illinois In response to the American Medical Association's (AMA) latest attack on non-physician healthcare professionals who ensure millions of Americans access to safe, cost-effective healthcare each year, the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) demands that the AMA focus its time and energy on promoting patient care rather than preventing it. "Patients more PR

American Bus Association Issues Statement on Educational Field Trips (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The American Bus Association issued the following statement by President and CEO Peter Pantuso by urging school groups of all ages not to cancel educational field trips around the country out of fear of traveling in and around the U.S.: "All 50 states in this great country host an amazing wealth of educational and historical experiences for students of all ages. School trips offer students an important opportunity to add measurable depth to their education. "Despite a fe more PR

AMIA Offers New Directions for CMS Innovation (10)

BETHESDA, Maryland, Nov. 22 -- The American Medical Informatics Association issued the following news release: In comments submitted yesterday, the American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA) offered several suggestions on how the CMS Innovation Center should approach future payment and delivery models, supported by health IT and health informatics. The nation's experts in health and biomedical informatics recommended that CMS look for ways to provide "innovation support" to grantees, while more PR

Amity University Dubai Confers Honorary Professorship on Dentons' Wendela Raas (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news release: Wendela Raas, Netherlands Managing Partner at Dentons Boekel and member of the Board of Dentons Europe, has been awarded an Honorary Professorship from Amity University Dubai in recognition of her exceptional competence in the area of real estate law. As part of her appointment, she will give guest lectures on real estate at the university's Faculty of Law. Honorary Professorship is one of Amity's biggest honors, c more PR

Anne Douglass Talks Need for Specialized Early Care and Education Training at Pre-K Forum (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Nov. 23 -- The University of Massachusetts's Boston campus issued the following news release: UMass Boston's Anne Douglass was part of a forum last week looking at the progress the City of Boston has been making in its efforts to ensure universal access to high-quality Pre-K experiences. Douglass, an associate professor and executive director of UMass Boston's Institute for Early Education Leadership and Innovation, made remarks following a presentation from city leaders. more PR

ANU Asian Language Courses to Be Available Online (10)

CANBERRA, Australia, Nov. 20 -- The Australian National University issued the following news release: Australians will be able to study six important Asian languages that are rarely taught nationally through ANU from 2018, thanks to a new agreement with Open Universities Australia (OUA). Under the agreement, ANU courses in Hindi, Sanskrit, Tetum, Thai, Tibetan and Vietnamese will be made available online through OUA from semester one next year. The languages will also continue to be taught in more PR

APM Awards 2017: Winners Announced (10)

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, England, Nov. 21 -- The Association for Project Management issued the following news release: APM is very pleased to announce the winners of the APM Project Management Awards 2017, sponsored by RPC UK Limited. This year the awards reached its most diverse range of entrants and projects through the introduction of new categories, recognising the ever expanding reach of the project profession. New categories included sector specific project awards, PMO of the Year award and Proj more PR

Appalachian State University Debuts on Military Times Best: Colleges 2018 List (10)

BOONE, North Carolina, Nov. 22 -- Appalachian State University issued the following university news: Appalachian State University has a debut ranking on the Military Times Best: Colleges 2018 list, an annual survey now in its eighth year. The survey assesses two- and four-year colleges, as well as online and nontraditional colleges and career and technical schools, based on their suitability for service members, military veterans and their families. The list, formerly known as Best for Vets, is more PR

Application Window Open for 2018 Nurse, Direct Enlisted Commissioning Programs (10)

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force's 50th Space Wing issued the following news: By Kat Bailey Air Force's Personnel Center Public Affairs The Air Force's Personnel Center will accept applications from active-duty enlisted Airman for the Nurse Enlisted and Direct Enlisted Commissioning Programs through March 16, 2018 for the April selection boards. NECP offers the opportunity to earn a baccalaureate degree in nursing at a college or university with an Air Fo more PR

Appropriations Vice Chair Leahy's Summary of Chairman's Mark of the FY2018 Interior, Environment Appropriations Bill (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The office of Sen. Patrick J. Leahy, D-Vermont, issued the following news release: The Senate Appropriations Committee Monday made public the Chairman's Mark for the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Fiscal Year 2018 Appropriations Bill. The Senate bill recommends $32.536 billion in discretionary funding for agencies funded by the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies bill, which includes $32.030 billion in discretionary funds and $507 million in emergency more PR

APS, Discovery Earn VSBA Recognitions (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Nov. 23 -- The Arlington Public Schools issued the following news release: Last week, APS received two recognitions from the Virginia School Boards Association's (VSBA) during its annual conference in Richmond. APS was one of three schools to receive a top award in the 2017 VSBA Green Schools Challenge. The Green Schools Challenge is a friendly competition designed to encourage implementation of specific environmental policies and practical actions that reduce the carbon e more PR

Aramark Serves Up 14 Percent Reduction in Sodium Through Healthy Menu Innovation as New American Heart Association Hypertension Guidelines Emphasize Lifestyle Modifications (10)

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The American Heart Association issued the following news release: Aramark, the largest U.S. food service company serving two billion meals each year and the American Heart Association, the world's leading voluntary organization dedicated to building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke, report significant strides in delivering healthier options across the menus served to millions in colleges and universities, hospital cafes and workplace location more PR

Arizona's Teacher of the Year Earns Scholarship to Argosy University (10)

ORANGE, California, Nov. 22 -- Argosy University issued the following news release: This years winner of the Arizona Educational Foundation's Teacher of the Year awards is Josh Meibos. In recognition of his accomplishment, Meibos earned a full scholarship to attend Argosy University. Meibos teaches physical education at David Crockett Elementary School. Because he was named Arizona Teacher of the Year, he can now compete to be named National Teacher of the Year. The winner of that prestigious more PR

Arkansas Farm Bureau Sets 83rd Convention (10)

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Nov. 23 -- The Arkansas Farm Bureau issued the following news release: Farmers, ranchers and agricultural leaders from across the state will come together for Arkansas Farm Bureau's 83rd annual convention, set for Nov. 29-Dec. 1 at the Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock. Gov. Asa Hutchinson, author Haydn Shaw, humorist Patrick Henry and Arkansas Farm Bureau President Randy Veach headline the speakers for the convention. The event is expected to attract more than more PR

Arlington Announces Human Rights Award Winners (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Nov. 21 -- Arlington County issued the following news release: Two community groups, two businesses, and an outstanding individual have been selected as winners of the 2017 James B. Hunter Human Rights Award, Arlington's highest human rights honor. The Arlington Human Rights Commission selected this year's recipients and will present the awards at a ceremony and reception from 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 14 at the Arlington County Board Room, 2100 Clarendon Boulevard, Arlin more PR

Arlington Receives 'All-Star' Rating for LGBTQ Protections (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Nov. 22 -- Arlington County issued the following news release: Arlington County has again been named one of 41 American "All-Star Cities" for its high standards of inclusiveness and protections for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer communities. Arlington scored 93 out of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign's Municipal Equality Index (MEI). HRC is the country's largest LGBTQ-rights group. Its annual MEI measures the effectiveness of local governments in ensuring LG more PR

Army National Guard Seeks Aviation Survival, Egress Training in Connecticut (10)

HARTFORD, Connecticut, Nov. 23 -- The Connecticut Army National Guard has issued a sources sought notice (W91ZRS-18-S-F002) for aviation survival and egress training. Response Date: Dec. 4, 2017; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 611 - Educational Services/611699 - All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction. more CTR

Army Seeks Fire Certification Classes (10)

FORT WAINWRIGHT, Alaska, Nov. 25 -- The U.S. Army Contracting Command has issued a solicitation (W912D0-18-T-0002) for fire certification classes. Excerpts of the notice follow: To purchase the services of a qualified instructor to provide certification training to Fire Officer I, Incident Safety Officer, and Fire Inspector II Levels of training for the Fort Wainwright Fire Department. The 413th Contracting Support Brigade, Regional Contracting Office Fort Wainwright Alaska, is requesting a sour more CTR

Army Seeks Medical Operational Data System in Texas (10)

FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Army Medical Command has issued a sources sought notice (W81K04-18-R-0005) for a medical operational data system in San Antonio, Texas. The Medical Operational Data System is a Department of the Army Surgeon General government-owned, contractor-operated Acquisition Category III and Mission Essential Information System in the sustainment lifecycle phase with periodic modernization initiatives. The MODS is strategically aligned within the Defense Busine more CTR

ASEC Hosts Forum on Education for Its Partners (10)

JAKARTA, Indonesia, Nov. 23 -- The Association of Southeast Asian Nations issued the following secretariat news: The ASEAN Secretariat hosted the ASEAN Partners' Mini Forum on Education on 17 November to update ASEAN Dialogue Partners and other partners on the current status, achievements and opportunities on ASEAN education cooperation. The event offered a rare opportunity of a dialogue between education practitioners from ASEAN Member States and representatives from the ASEAN Dialogue Partner more PR

Asian Nursing Workforce Forum Addresses Challenges Facing Nursing in the Region (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Nov. 24 -- The International Council of Nurses issued the following news release: Nurse leaders representing ten* national nursing associations (NNAs) across Asia gathered in Taipei, Taiwan for the 18th ICN Asian Workforce Forum to discuss the range of issues facing the region, including work environments and working conditions, educational levels, the need for evidence-based research, making an impact on policy and building health system resilience. Recognising the role of more PR

Association of British Pharmaceutical Industry Issues Statement on Budget 2017 (10)

LONDON, England, Nov. 23 -- The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry issued the following statement by CEO Mike Thompson on the Budget 2017: * * * The ABPI welcomes the Chancellor's commitment to the life sciences sector and looks forward to working with the government to secure a strong life sciences industry for the British economy and for British patients. Key Budget announcements made by the Chancellor include: * NHS investment. Increasing NHS investment through GBP 10bn in more PR

Associations Join Forces to Produce Charter for Driving Instructors and Car Park Operators (10)

HAYWARDS HEATH, England, Nov. 21 -- British Parking Association issued the following news release: The British Parking Association (BPA) and the Driving Instructors Association (DIA) have joined forces to produce a Charter for driving instructors and car park operators so that learner drivers are able to gain access to car parks to develop their parking skills. The Charter will ensure that the right balance is achieved between being fair to instructors and learners as well as ensuring faciliti more PR

ASTM International Completes Suite of Nanotechnology Education Standards (10)

WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, Pennsylvania, Nov. 20 -- ASTM International issued the following news release: ASTM International has approved the last of six standards aimed at helping teach undergraduate students basic concepts related to working in nanotechnology research, development, and manufacturing. The newest standard (E3089) is a guide that provides a basic approach to understanding the unique properties and applications of nanoscale materials (as compared to those of macroscale materials). The more PR

ASU Again Named a 'Best College' for Military & Veteran Students (10)

SAN ANGELO, Texas, Nov. 21 -- Texas Tech University's Angelo State University issued the following news release: For the fifth straight year, Angelo State University has been named one of the nation's best colleges for military and veteran students by the Military Times organization in its "Military Times Best: Colleges 2018" rankings, formerly known as "Best for Vets: Colleges." ASU ranked No. 52 nationally among the 140 four-year institutions on the list and is one of only seven Texas public more PR

Athletic Complex to Be Built and Named After President Welch (10)

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Nov. 21 -- University of Charleston issued the following news release: As the institution prepares for a presidential transition, the University of Charleston's (UC's) Board of Trustees approved an $8 million comprehensive campaign to fund two major initiatives. The campaign's focus is to build a new athletic complex to be shared by four of UC's Division II teams and to fund the second phase of the University's innovation programming, designed to expand innovation con more PR

Australia Post Breaks Down Language Barriers to Help More People Access Everyday Services (10)

MELBOURNE, Australia, Nov. 23 -- Australia Post issued the following news release: Australia Post has today launched a new partnership to remove the language barriers many Australians with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds face when accessing important services such as obtaining a driver licence and opening a bank account. In an Australian first, Australia Post will team up with LanguageLoop, a language service provider with more than 40 years' experience, to translate and cert more PR

Australian Contribution Provides WFP School Meals for Children in Bhutan (10)

THIMPU, Bhutan, Nov. 23 -- The United Nations World Food Programme issued the following news release: The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has welcomed a donation of AUD 120,000 from the Government of Australia, which will enable WFP to continue its support to Bhutan's National School Feeding Programme. The funds will allow WFP to feed 12,000 students for a full month during the 2018 school year. "Bhutan has made significant progress in expanding its National School Feeding Programme more PR

Azevedo Calls for Greater Inclusivity to Maximize Benefits of Economic Progress (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Nov. 23 -- The World Trade Organization issued the text of the following speech by Director-General Roberto Azevedo on zz: Addressing a High-level Seminar on the Global Deal and Trade at the WTO on 22 November, WTO Director-General Roberto Azevedo said that fostering greater inclusivity in global trade is one of the most pressing challenges of our age and a prerequisite to ensure everyone benefits from economic progress. DG Azevedo hosted the event, dedicated to the theme " more PR

Babson College Named No. 1 U.S. Undergraduate School for Entrepreneurship by Princeton Review, Entrepreneur Magazine (10)

BABSON PARK, Massachusetts, Nov. 22 -- Babson College issued the following news: For the sixth year in a row, Babson College has been ranked No. 1 by The Princeton Review and Entrepreneur magazine on their list of the Top 25 Best Undergrad Programs for Entrepreneurs. Recognized for its level of commitment to entrepreneurial studies, both inside and outside of the classroom, Babson is ranked above other well-known entrepreneurship programs at the University of Michigan, Northeastern University, more PR

Bath Community Fund Grants Commemorate Bicentennial (10)

BATH TOWNSHIP, Ohio, Nov. 22 -- Akron Community Foundation issued the following news release: On Friday, Nov. 17, Bath Community Fund of Akron Community Foundation announced its second round of grants to support nonprofit organizations serving Bath Township. Grants totaling $14,135 were awarded to eight local nonprofits, bringing the fund's cumulative grantmaking total to nearly $30,000 since it was established less than four years ago. Created in 2014 by a group of committed Bath residents, B more PR

Baylor Researchers Recognized With Prestigious AAAS Honor (10)

HOUSTON, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The Baylor College of Medicine issued the following news release: Two Baylor College of Medicine researchers have been named 2017 Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. This prestigious honor is awarded to AAAS members for their distinguished efforts toward advancing science applications that are deemed scientifically or socially distinguished. The newest Baylor AAAS Fellows include: In the section of Biological Sciences, Dr. Philip J. more PR

Baylor University Mourns Death of Longtime Advocate Kate McLane Dimmitt, B.B.A. '56, Baylor Legacy Award Recipient (10)

WACO, Texas, Nov. 20 -- Baylor University issued the following news: Baylor University is mourning the passing of Kate McLane Dimmitt, B.B.A. '56, a longtime Baylor advocate and 2014 Baylor Legacy Award recipient who died Nov. 17 in Temple. She was 83. A celebration of Dimmitt's life will take place at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 21, in the Creekside Center at Temple Bible Church, 3205 Oakview Drive in Temple. "The Baylor University Family extends our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Ka more PR

BCPS Coordinator Elected Second Vice President of National Math Educators Group (10)

TOWSON, Maryland, Nov. 21 -- Baltimore County Public Schools issued the following news release: Maria Everett, secondary mathematics coordinator for Baltimore County Public Schools, has been elected second vice president of NCSM, a national organization of mathematics education leaders. Everett will begin her term at the end of the April 2018 NCSM Annual Conference in Washington, DC. She will serve on the NCSM executive committee and on the program committee for the annual meeting in San Diego more PR

BCPS Selected for U.S. Department of Education Grant for Creating Career and Technical Educator Path (10)

FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida, Nov. 21 -- Broward County Public Schools issued the following news release: Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) is proud to be selected for an approximately $750,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Career, Technical and Adult Education. The grant aims to increase career and technical education teacher certifications, preparation and support. Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Education announced this new grant opportunity to address sta more PR

Belvedere Elementary School Named 2017 National Title 1 Distinguished School (10)

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Nov. 23 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news release: Belvedere Elementary School has been named a National Title 1 Distinguished School for 2017 by the National Title 1 Association. Belvedere Elementary, a Fairfax County public school, was one of two schools nominated for the honor by the Virginia Board of Education. National Title 1 Distinguished Schools are recognized for exceptional student achievement; only 100 schools nationwide are selected more PR

Benedictine Adds New Nutrition Degrees to Program Offerings (10)

LISLE, Illinois, Nov. 22 -- Benedictine University issued the following news: Benedictine's newly launched undergraduate and graduate Nutrition programs offer multiple professional pathways and specialities for those who have a passion for food and its ability to impact quality of life in extraordinary ways. Whether you want to become the manager of a restaurant, or help others to lead a healthier lifestyle as a registered dietitian or health education specialist, Benedictine's programs provid more PR

Berkeley Lab Physicist, Atmospheric Chemist Named AAAS Fellows (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory issued the following news release: Two scientists at the Department of Energy's Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) - Michael Barnett, a senior physicist and educator; and Ronald C. Cohen, a climate and air quality researcher - have been named as Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the world's largest general scientific society, formed in 1848. Th more PR

BHSU Named to Military Times Best: Colleges 2018 List (10)

SPEARFISH, South Dakota, Nov. 21 -- Black Hills State University issued the following news: Military Times today announced that Black Hills State University was named to its Military Times Best: Colleges 2018 rankings, formerly known as Best for Vets. This is the sixth year BHSU has been honored as one of the best colleges for veterans by Military Times. "Of the hundreds of schools that applied, fewer than half received the Military Times Best: Colleges designation this year. Only the best mad more PR

BLM Proposes to Sell 754.88 Acres of Public Land in Clark County (10)

LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management's Nevada State Office issued the following news release: The Bureau of Land Management Las Vegas Field Office is seeking public comments on a proposal to sell 40 parcels totaling 754.88 acres of public land in Clark County, Nevada. The competitive sale would be by sealed and oral bidding in accordance with the Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act (SNPLMA). A Notice of Realty Action published in t more PR

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Employees, Foundation Give $300,614.96 to United Way Campaigns Across the State (10)

TOPEKA, Kansas, Nov. 21 -- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas issued the following news release: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas employees, retirees and the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation donated a total of $300,614.96 to United Way campaigns in Topeka, Salina, Wichita and Hutchinson this fall. "Our campaign celebrates the impact we can have as a company when Blue Cross employees invest in our community by volunteering their time with United Way-funded partners, servin more PR

Book Publisher Sales Declined in July 2017 (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The Association of American Publishers issued the following news release: After several months of increases, publishers' revenues (sales to bookstores, wholesalers, direct to consumer, online retailers, etc.) declined by 11.7 percent in July 2017 compared to July 2016. Revenues for Jan. - July 2017 were relatively flat, up by 0.2 percent, according to the most recent StatShot data from the Association of American Publishers. Tracked categories include: Trade - fiction/non more PR

Boosting Skills Would Drive UK Growth and Productivity (10)

PARIS, France, Nov. 21 -- The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development issued the following news release: The United Kingdom has record-high employment levels and very low jobless rates compared to most OECD countries. However, labour productivity growth remains weak and the job prospects of many adults are hurt by their poor literacy and numeracy skills. To boost growth, productivity and earnings, the UK should encourage lifelong learning among adults and promote better skills ut more PR

Borough President Diaz & AT&T Host Little League Awards Celebration (10)

BRONX, New York, Nov. 21 -- Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. issued the following news release: Today, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and AT&T's New York State President Marissa Shorenstein co-hosted a celebration for the Little League teams who participated in this year's seventh annual Borough President's Cup - Caribe Little League and this year's champions, Bronxchester Realtors. The celebration took place at the Hard Rock Cafe at Yankee Stadium and included players, their fam more PR

Bradley University Named Military Friendly School (10)

PEORIA, Illinois, Nov. 21 -- Bradley University issued the following news release: Bradley University has again been named a Military Friendly School, a designation honoring the top 15 percent of colleges, universities, and trade schools that are doing the most to embrace America's military service members, veterans, and spouses to ensure their success as students. The list is compiled by Victory Media through extensive research and a data-driven survey of more than 12,000 VA-approved schools n more PR

Branch Campus Leadership Institute Offered for Administrators (10)

MACOMB, Illinois, Nov. 22 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: The National Association of Branch Campus Administrators (NABCA), for which Joseph Rives serves as president, will offer a Branch Campus Leadership Institute. The institute serves as a professional development and leadership opportunity for administrators. Rives is Western Illinois University's Vice President for Quad Cities and Planning. Rives noted that the Branch Campus Leadership Institute is design more PR

Bringing Academics to Life Outside of Classroom (10)

FRONT ROYAL, Virginia, Nov. 21 -- Christendom College issued the following news: How do you make education not just exist in a vacuum? Colleges wrestle with this question daily, as students often keep their educational curiosity limited to the hours they spend in the classroom. The faculty of Christendom, however, have found solutions to this problem, through academic on-campus activities, such as "Thomistic Tuesdays" and "Quodlibets." By extending the conversations of the classroom into the re more PR

Broward County School Board Elects Nora Rupert as Chair and Heather P. Brinkworth as Vice Chair (10)

FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida, Nov. 22 -- Broward County Public Schools issued the following news release: Today, Tuesday, November 21, 2017, The School Board of Broward County, Florida, elected Nora Rupert as Chair and Heather P. Brinkworth as Vice Chair. The nominations and election took place during the School Board's Annual Organizational Meeting. Nora Rupert was first elected in 2010 to represent District 7 and re-elected in 2014. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communications f more PR

Brown Faculty Members Earn Awards, Distinctions (10)

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Nov. 22 -- Brown University issued the following news release: This summer and fall, Brown faculty members working in a range of academic disciplines, from medicine to music, were recognized for distinguished research, teaching and service from national and international organizations. Among such distinctions earned in recent months were the following honors: Nicole Alexander-Scott, an associate professor of pediatrics, medicine and health services, policy and practic more PR

Bryant Inducted Into Higher Education Hall of Fame (10)

GOODWELL, Oklahoma, Nov. 23 -- Oklahoma Panhandle State University issued the following news release: Former Oklahoma Panhandle State University President, Dr. David Bryant, was one of ten leaders in teaching, research, medicine, government, economic development, and public service to be inducted into the 2017 Oklahoma Higher Education Hall of Fame. Dr. Bryant was honored along with the group during a dinner and induction ceremony at the University of Central Oklahoma campus on October 30. Dr. more PR

Budget 2017: BCS Welcomes Chancellor's Investment in Technology Infrastructure, AI, Education, Training and Apprenticeships (10)

LONDON, Nov. 23 -- The British Computer Society issued the following news release: BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT has welcomed the progress represented by the Government's plans for investment in technology and education, announced in today's Autumn Budget 2017. David Evans, Director of Policy said: "We welcome the Chancellor's evident commitment to a digital future for the UK. The Government clearly recognises the urgent need to invest in computing education and ethics, which will be vi more PR

Budget 2017: BCS Welcomes Chancellor's Plans to Put a GCSE Computer Science Teacher Into Every School (10)

LONDON, Nov. 23 -- The British Computer Society issued the following news release: BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT has welcomed the Government's plans for investment in computer science education which were announced in today's Autumn Budget 2017. Education response Bill Mitchell, Director of Education said: "We welcome the fact that the Chancellor has recognised the need for further significant investment in our children's education. Tripling the number of trained computer science teach more PR

Budgets, Staffing for Law Libraries on the Rise (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Nov. 21 -- The American Association of Law Libraries issued the following news release: Law library information budgets and full-time law library staff are both increasing, according to the AALL Biennial Salary Survey & Organizational Characteristics study conducted by the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL). The study, the 13th conducted by AALL, provides the only comprehensive, comparative salary information designed by and for legal information professionals at l more PR

Buhler High School Teacher Named 2018 Kansas Teacher of the Year (10)

WICHITA, Kansas, Nov. 19 -- The Kansas Department of Education issued the following news: Samantha "Sam" Neill, an English language arts teacher at Buhler High School, Buhler Unified School District 313, was named the 2018 Kansas Teacher of the Year on Saturday, Nov. 18, during a special ceremony in Wichita. Kansas Commissioner of Education Randy Watson made the announcement at a gathering of 480 people during the Kansas Teacher of the Year Banquet at the Marriott Hotel, 9100 E. Corporate Hill more PR

Building Australia's Global Business School (10)

SYDNEY, Australia, Nov. 19 -- The University of New South Wales issued the following news release: UNSW Business School's great minds came together last week for their inaugural showcase, delivering an insightful program highlighting the distinctive features of the Business School and its partnerships. Hosted by Business School Dean Professor Chris Styles, the showcase opened with an alumni breakfast titled "The Business of Wellbeing", one of the "Business of ..." series that aims to provide i more PR

Bullying, Violence, Terrorism, Top of Mind for Children in United States (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Fund for UNICEF issued the following news release: Children in the United States are concerned about bullying, violence and terrorism affecting their peers across the world, reveals a new survey released by UNICEF on World Children's Day. Nearly half - 48 percent - of 9 to 18 year olds surveyed across the country admitted to worrying a lot about other children being affected by bullying, making it the top concern, followed by 38 percent of children reporting worryi more PR

Bureau of Indian Affairs Seeks Charter Bus Services for South Dakota (10)

ABERDEEN, South Dakota, Nov. 24 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs has issued a solicitation (40369178) for charter bus services for the Bureau of Indian Education, Flandreau Indian School in Flandreau, South Dakota. Response Date: Nov. 30, 2017; Set Aside: Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises; Classification Code: V - Transportation, travel, & relocation services. more CTR

CABA Publishes Education and Training White Paper (10)

OTTAWA, Ontario, Nov. 22 -- The Continental Automated Buildings Association issued the following news release: The Continental Automated Building Association is pleased to announce the publication of a white paper focused on education and training in the home systems and intelligent building sector. CABA is a nonprofit industry association that provides information, education, and networking to help promote advanced technologies for the automation of homes and buildings. This November, the org more PR

CAIR-San Diego Educational Forum for Muslim Parents Success (10)

SAN DIEGO, California, Nov. 22 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations issued the following news release: The San Diego chapter of the Council on American-Islamic-Relations (CAIR-San Diego) last week hosted an education forum titled "All that Parents Need to Know" in collaboration with the Islamic Center of San Diego. The forum aimed at educating families on various topics affecting students in the San Diego community and providing information necessary to help them navigate the education more PR

Call for Papers WWEC2018, 5-7 April 2018, Karachi, Pakistan (10)

KARACHI, Pakistan, Nov. 23 -- The World Wind Energy Association issued the following news release: The World Wind Energy Association (WWEA) and Renewable Resources Pvt Ltd. Pakistan (RE2) are pleased to invite papers and presentations for the 17th World Wind Energy Conference and Exhibition (WWEC2018), taking place on 05-07 April 2018 in Karachi, Pakistan. The main theme of WWEC2018 is "RE-energizing the Developing World" WWEC2018 will focus on the opportunities offered by innovation and mode more PR

Canadian Creative Industry Stakeholders Galvanize to End Sexual Harassment (10)

TORONTO, Ontario, Nov. 24 -- The Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists issued the following news release: As representatives of the Canadian creative industry, we gathered together today to collaborate on an industry-wide response to sexual harassment, discrimination, bullying, and violence. We agree to zero tolerance for such behaviour. We recognize that increasing gender equality and diversity across our industry is an important part of the solution. The first steps we a more PR

Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau Issues Statement on National Child Day (10)

OTTAWA, Ontario, Nov. 21 -- Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issued the following statement on National Child Day: "On National Child Day, we celebrate our children and young people, and make sure they have every opportunity to succeed and reach their full potential. It is up to all of us to ensure children's rights are protected, that they are protected from harm, and have a voice in issues that matter to them. "The toughest issues of our time - fighting climate change, making gender equ more PR

Cancer Caregivers Recognized as First Responders in the Home (10)

SCOTTSDALE, Arizona, Nov. 20 -- The Translational Genomics Research Institute issued the following news release: This year, nearly 38,000 residents of Arizona will be diagnosed with some type of cancer. Each of these cases, on average, will affect at least three others, including family, friends and employers. The first person to fulfill patient needs often is a caregiver in the home. But often these caregivers are not prepared for such a sudden and crucial role. To better assist caregivers, more PR

Cardinal Blase J. Cupich Receives Sword of Loyola at 67th Annual Stritch School of Medicine Awards Dinner (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Nov. 23 -- The Loyola University Chicago issued the following news release: Loyola University Chicago bestowed its highest honor to Cardinal Blase J. Cupich at the Stritch School of Medicine 67th Annual Awards Dinner on November 18 at the Hilton in downtown Chicago. More than 500 people attended the event, which celebrated a theme of "Living a Life in Service to Others" and raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for medical student scholarships. "Stritch is known and honor more PR

CBI Director-General Fairbairn Issues Statement on Chancellor's Autumn Budget (10)

LONDON, England, Nov. 22 -- The Confederation of British Industry issued the following statement by Director-General Carolyn Fairbairn in response to Chancellor Philip Hammond's Autumn budget: "Against a sombre economic backdrop, the Chancellor today gripped the steering wheel on the UK economy. This is a budget that balances support for people on squeezed incomes with vital action to help grow the UK out of austerity. But delivery is everything. "Action on business rates, R&D tax credits, Bre more PR

CBI Northern Ireland Issues Statement on Planning Appeals Commission (10)

LONDON, England, Nov. 22 -- The Confederation of British Industry issued the following statement by Northern Ireland Regional Director Angela McGowan: "This is an important step forward in the delivery of this economically vital project which will not just ensure the security of our electricity supply for years to come, but will also drive down energy prices for everyone. "Ultimately the North-South Interconnector will act as a key component for improving the overall competitive position of fi more PR

CBI Scotland Director Aitken Issues Statement on Scottish, UK Budgets (10)

LONDON, England, Nov. 21 -- The Confederation of British Industry Scotland Director Hugh Aitken issued the following statement reflecting on a month of conferences and consultations and looking ahead to the forthcoming Scottish and United Kingdom budgets: "November is always a busy month for the CBI and this year was no different. As ever we kicked off with the CBI Annual Conference, held on this occassion at the fantastic Intercontinental Hotel at London's O2. Annual Conference is always a gre more PR

CCNY's David Unger Prepares New Translation of Spanish-Language Classic (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 22 -- The City University of New York's City College of New York issued the following news: David Unger, director of The City College of New York's Publishing Certificate Program and an award-winning author, saw his latest novel, "The Mastermind" translated into several major languages including Spanish, Arabic and Italian. Now Unger is tasked with re-translating "El Senor Presidente," the most celebrated novel by Guatemalan Nobel laureate Miguel Angel Asturias. The project is su more PR

CCSSO Releases State Strategies for Building Teacher Pipelines (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The Council of Chief State School Officers issued the following news release: The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) today released an online guide (https://ccssoteacherpipeline.org/our-workforce-need/) to assist states in building stronger pipelines of diverse and talented teacher candidates. State chiefs know that every student deserves a quality teacher, and every teacher deserves support to be prepared and succeed in the classroom. Yet many states face a more PR

Census Bureau Unveils New Data Tools and Apps at Technology Demo Day (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Census Bureau issued the following public notice: What: The U.S. Census Bureau will showcase 12 new innovative projects at an interagency demonstration day created through a federal initiative called The Opportunity Project (TOP) (https://opportunity.census.gov/). These new tools address problems such as youth and veteran homelessness, engaging hard-to-count populations in the decennial census and making federal grants data user-friendly. TOP is a collaborative more PR

Center for Innovation Launched at WesternU COMP-Northwest Campus (10)

LEBANON, Oregon, Nov. 23 -- Western University of Health Sciences issued the following news release: In an effort to pair technology and innovation to address current and future issues in health sciences education and health care, Western University of Health Sciences has established the WesternU Center for Innovation, which made its debut during an Innovation Expo on the COMP-Northwest campus. Paula M. Crone, DO, Dean of the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and COMP-Northwest, o more PR

Center for Lifelong Learning Provides Online Certificate for Elders (10)

DECATUR, Georgia, Nov. 19 -- The Columbia Theological Seminary issued the following news release: The Presbytery of Wabash Valley based in Rochester, IN recently completed its first course as part of a new effort to provide online education for leaders in local churches. A new Ruling Elder Certificate Program was created by The Center for Lifelong Learning at Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, GA near Atlanta. This fall, Dr. Ryan Bonfiglio, Lecturer in Old Testament served as the instru more PR

Central Iowa Execs Graduate From Executive Education Center's Leading Others Program (10)

DES MOINES, Iowa, Nov. 20 -- Drake University issued the following news release: Fifteen executives from 13 central Iowa organizations recently graduated from the Executive Education Center at Drake University's Leading Others program. The intensive 18-month program enhances participants' ability to lead organizations through times of stability and change. Sixty percent of the program's participants experienced a promotion or significant increase in responsibilities while enrolled in the progra more PR

CF No. 9, 22 in National Rankings; Third Most Affordable Nursing Degree in Florida (10)

OCALA, Florida, Nov. 22 -- The College of Central Florida issued the following news release: The College of Central Florida has earned three new rankings: No. 9 Business Administration program, No. 22 Best Online Community College in the nation and third most affordable nursing degree in Florida. CF's Business Administration program is No. 9 in the nation for colleges and universities that offer certificate, associate and bachelor's degrees. The ranking by OnlineColleges.com was based on sever more PR

CFPB Takes Action Against Citibank For Student Loan Servicing Failures That Harmed Borrowers (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued the following news release: The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) today took action against Citibank, N.A. for student loan servicing failures that harmed borrowers. Citibank misled borrowers into believing that they were not eligible for a valuable tax deduction on interest paid on certain student loans. The company also incorrectly charged late fees and added interest to the student loan balances of borrowers who more PR

Chatham Receives Award for High Levels of Student Voting (10)

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- Chatham University issued the following news: Chatham University has been recognized as a university committed to increasing college student voting rates with the recognition of a "silver seal" award from the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge. Chatham was recognized at the ALL IN Challenge Awards Ceremony held in October for achieving a student voting rate of 64.1% in the 2016 election (an increase from 58% in 2012). "Our institution is proud to have receiv more PR

Check Naughty, Nice List Before You Shop (10)

ORLANDO, Florida, Nov. 23 -- Liberty Counsel issued the following news release: Before you do your Christmas shopping, Liberty Counsel provides the Naughty and Nice List, which catalogs which stores are censoring Christmas and which are publicly celebrating it. Liberty Counsel's Friend or Foe Christmas Campaign educates, and if necessary litigates, to make sure that Christmas and Christian themes are not censored. Liberty Counsel pledges to be a "Friend" to those celebrating Christmas and a "F more PR

Cherokee Nation Donates $29,000 for Outdoor Learning Space at Muskogee School (10)

MUSKOGEE, Oklahoma, Nov. 21 -- The Cherokee Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: Students at Alice Robertson Junior High School are getting hands-on experience with gardening thanks to a $29,000 donation from the Cherokee Nation. Funds from the tribe were allocated for an outdoor garden with seven raised beds and a greenhouse on the Muskogee school's campus. Art students painted the raised beds in honor of the seven clans of Cherokee society, more PR

Chicago City Council Votes to Continue Legal Protection Fund (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Nov. 22 -- National Immigrant Justice Center issued the following news release: The National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) and The Resurrection Project (TRP) applaud today's Chicago City Council vote to continue to allocate funding for the Chicago Legal Protection Fund in 2018. Today's budget vote means that NIJC and TRP, along with nine Community Navigator organizations, will have the opportunity to continue providing legal education and representation for Chicago immigra more PR

CI Financial Donates $500,000 to Wilfrid Laurier University (10)

WATERLOO, Ontario, Nov. 24 -- Wilfrid Laurier University issued the following news release: CI Financial has announced that it is donating $500,000 to the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics at Wilfrid Laurier University. CI Financial's investment will support the finance program in the Lazaridis School and establish the CI Financial Finance Lab. "The Lazaridis School of Business and Economics offers an outstanding education in finance for its students," said Neal Kerr, president of CI more PR

City Government, School District to Plan Together on Future Schools, Memorial Stadium, and Fort Lawton (10)

SEATTLE, Washington, Nov. 22 -- Seattle Mayor Tim Burgess issued the following news release: The City of Seattle and Seattle Public Schools today announced a historic new partnership to plan for a new Memorial Stadium and the potential of a new school at Seattle Center, provide land for a new downtown elementary school, and allow the school district to join the Fort Lawton Redevelopment Agreement process. The agreement signed today at Memorial Stadium outlines a process for the district and th more PR

City in A Warm Welcome to Janet Cowell, the Newest Member of FHI 360's Board of Directors (10)

DURHAM, North Carolina, Nov. 22 -- FHI 360 issued the following news release: FHI 360 announced today that Janet Cowell, a distinguished leader in both the public and private arenas, has joined its Board of Directors. Ms. Cowell has 25 years of experience in a wide range of sectors, including finance, health care, education and technology. She was the first woman to be elected as Treasurer of the State of North Carolina, a post she held from 2009 to 2016. She now serves as a corporate director more PR

Civilian Takes Top Honor at Airman Leadership School (10)

EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, California, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Air Force 412th Test Wing issued the following news: By Christopher Ball Public Affairs Edwards Air Force Base is well-known for its firsts; first flights of aircraft, first time breaking the sound barrier, first shuttle landing site, and the list goes on. This week, another first happened at Edwards Air Force Base, but it wasn't in the sky, it was in the classroom; a civilian employee here took the top honor for Edwards Airman Leadersh more PR

CMSD Rated Effective as Charter Sponsor (10)

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Nov. 23 -- The Cleveland Metropolitan School District issued the following news: The state has rated CMSD as effective in its sponsorship of charter schools. The District fell one point short of the top rating, exemplary and performed as well or better than other sponsors overseeing more than one charter, said Stephanie Klupinski, CMSD's executive director of charter schools. CMSD, which was rated ineffective for the last year, raised its score by improving its ratings for co more PR

Coker College Honors Program Starts Its Sixth Year With 18 New Inductees (10)

HARTSVILLE, South Carolina, Nov. 21 -- Coker College issued the following news: Coker College welcomed 18 first-year students into its growing honors program for the 2017-2018 academic year. The 2017-2018 academic year is the sixth year for Coker's Honors Program, which allows for high-achieving and motivated undergraduates to pursue a vigorous course of study offering experiences based on three pillars--innovative scholarship, cultural interaction, and civic leadership. Students get extensive more PR

Collaboration Crafts Logo for Penn College Brewing Major (10)

WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- The Pennsylvania College of Technology issued the following news: A collaboration of art and science has crafted a logo for the new brewing and fermentation science degree at Pennsylvania College of Technology. The logo, designed by Morgan N. Keyser, of Dillsburg, a 2017 graduate of the college's graphic design major, is being used on various materials, including glassware promoting the brewing and fermentation science associate degree major that launched more PR

Collections Assessment for Preservation (CAP) Program Accepting Applications Through Feb. 1 (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The Institute of Museum and Library Services issued the following news release: Applications for the 2018 Collections Assessment for Preservation (CAP) program are now being accepted (http://www.conservation-us.org/grants/cap) through February 1, 2018. CAP is administered by the Foundation of the American Institute for Conservation (FAIC) under a three-year cooperative agreement with the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). The CAP program is open to small a more PR

College Named to Military Times Best: Colleges 2018 (10)

MADISON, Wisconsin, Nov. 22 -- Edgewood College issued the following news release: Military Times has placed Edgewood College on its Military Times Best: Colleges 2018 rankings. Formerly known as Best for Vets, the rankings are based on the results of Military Times' annual survey, the most comprehensive school-by-school assessment of veteran and military student services and rates of academic achievement. The announcement marks the third consecutive year Edgewood College has been named to the more PR

College of Public Health Receives National Award (10)

JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, Nov. 22 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news: A unique program in the East Tennessee State University College of Public Health has received a national award for innovative curriculum. The 2017 Delta Omega Award for Innovative Public Health Curriculum was presented to Dr. Mike Stoots, professor and undergraduate coordinator in the ETSU College of Public Health, for "Project EARTH: An Innovation in Education and an Education in Innovation," which more PR

College Students to Receive Additional Support to Finish Studies (10)

OTTAWA, Ontario, Nov. 25 -- The Canadian Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development issued the following news release: Ontario is ensuring that college students returning to classes following the strike will receive the support they need to complete their studies. The province has required colleges to establish dedicated student support funds with net savings from the strike that will assist students who have experienced financial hardship as a result of the strike. Full-time domest more PR

Collegiate Crops Team Places in Top Three in National Crops Contests (10)

CROOKSTON, Minnesota, Nov. 23 -- The University of Minnesota's Crookston campus issued the following news release: The University of Minnesota Crookston Crops Team competed recently in two National Collegiate Crop Contests finishing in the top three in both. The team, coached by Rob Proulx, competed in Kansas City on November 14 and Chicago on November 18, 2017. The U of M Crookston Crops Team placed third in each of the contests just behind Kansas State and Iowa State who finished first and se more PR

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless Receives $100,000 Grant From Wells Fargo Foundation (10)

DENVER, Colorado, Nov. 22 -- The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless issued the following news release: The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless announced today that the Wells Fargo Foundation has awarded a $100,000 grant to support lasting solutions to homelessness. This grant assists the Coalition's Family Support Services department, which provides integrated programs to support children and families, including the specialized services of the Renaissance Children's Center. The Renaissance Ch more PR

Commissioners Announce Pre-Apprenticeship Jobs Program (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 21 -- Franklin County issued the following news: The Franklin County commissioners today announced contracts with the Columbus/Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council and local service provider, IMPACT Community Action to administer a pre-apprenticeship pilot program designed to help low-income county residents to transition into apprentice programs that lead to well-paid commercial skilled construction trades careers. The program is called Building Futures, a more PR

Committee on Elimination of Racial Discrimination Considers Report of Algeria (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Nov. 24 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release: The Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination today concluded its consideration of the combined twentieth and twenty-first periodic reports of Algeria on its implementation of the provisions of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination. Introducing the report, Lazhar Soualem, Director of Human Rights at the Ministry of Foreign Affa more PR

Community College of Beaver County Signs Transfer Agreements With #Bonas (10)

ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, Nov. 22 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release: Community College of Beaver (Pa.) County has signed transfer agreements with three academic departments and the schools of Business and Communication at St. Bonaventure University. The agreements afford CCBC students the opportunity to pre-plan their college careers and to facilitate the transfer process to St. Bonaventure University, a highly regarded Franciscan university in the Southern Tier more PR

Companies Compete for Austria's Young Talents: Austrian Airlines Launches Education Program for Future Air Traffic Managers (10)

SCHWECHAT, Austria, Nov. 21 -- Austrian Airlines issued the following news release: "Filling academic positions with talented Austrians is a major challenge for us", says Kay Kratky, Chief Executive Officer of Austrian Airlines AG, getting to the heat of the shortage of specialist staff in the country. Austrian Airlines is particularly affected in areas such as flight operations, revenue management and network planning, where employees are required who not only have an understanding of business more PR

Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification Awarded to Brigham & Women's Hospital (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Nov. 22 -- Brigham and Women's Hospital issued the following news release: The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval(R) and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Heart-Check mark for Advanced Certification for Comprehensive Stroke Centers has been awarded to the Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases Center at Brigham and Women's Hospital for its highly specialized stroke care program. "Brigham and Women's Hospital is pleased to receive advanced ce more PR

Comptroller Franchot Unveils Legislation Aimed at Reforming Maryland's Dysfunctional Beer Laws (10)

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Nov. 21 -- The Maryland State Comptroller issued the following news release: Citing the significant economic, fiscal and community contributions of Maryland's craft brewers and the industry's immense potential, Comptroller Peter Franchot today announced a major legislative package that would fundamentally reform the antiquated laws and burdensome regulations that govern Maryland craft breweries. The Reform on Tap Act of 2018 proposes the following: * Removes all limits on more PR

Conditions Favorable for Worker-Friendly Trade Reforms (10)

SINGAPORE, Nov. 21 -- The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation issued the following news release: Solid growth projections across APEC member economies will create space to advance trade and labor policy reforms needed to address potentially disruptive transition challenges for workers, according to a new report from the APEC Policy Support Unit. The APEC region, which accounts for over half of global trade and about 60 per cent of global GDP, will outpace the rest of the world at 3.9 per cent gr more PR

Cone Health CEO Terry Akin to Speak at December Commencement (10)

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Nov. 22 -- The University of North Carolina's Greensboro campus issued the following news: UNCG today announced that Cone Health CEO Terry Akin will deliver the keynote address at the university's Dec. 8 Commencement ceremony at the Greensboro Coliseum. More than 1,500 students are expected to receive degrees at the ceremony. Akin assumed the role of chief executive officer of Cone Health on Oct. 1, 2014. He joined Cone Health in July 2009 as chief operating officer more PR

Congressional Budget Office Releases Monthly Budget Review for November 2017 (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The Congressional Budget Office issued the following monthly budget review: In fiscal year 2017, which ended on September 30, the federal budget deficit totaled $666 billion--$80 billion more than the shortfall recorded in 2016. The deficit increased to 3.5 percent of the nation's gross domestic product (GDP) in 2017, up from 3.2 percent in 2016 and 2.4 percent in 2015--but far lower than it was in 2009, when the deficit reached 9.8 percent of GDP. Click here to view the more PR

Connecticut Delegation Applauds Nearly $1.3 Million in Federal Funding to Protect Long Island Sound (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: U.S. Representatives John Larson (CT-1), Joe Courtney (CT-2), Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), Jim Himes (CT-4), and Elizabeth Esty (CT-5), and U.S. Senators Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), applauded the nearly $1.3 million in federal Long Island Sound Futures Fund grants to protect Long Island Sound and the waterways that feed it. The grants will fund 18 Connecticut-based projects to i more PR

Connecticut Delegation Applauds Nearly $1.3 Million in Federal Funding to Protect Long Island Sound (10)

HARTFORD, Connecticut, Nov. 21 -- The office of Sen. Christopher Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), and U.S. Representatives John Larson (CT-1), Joe Courtney (CT-2), Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), Jim Himes (CT-4), and Elizabeth Esty (CT-5) applauded the nearly $1.3 million in federal Long Island Sound Futures Fund grants to protect Long Island Sound and the waterways that feed it. The grants will fund 18 Connec more PR

Consumer Energy Alliance Kicks Off Energy Education Campaign in Virginia (10)

RICHMOND, Virginia, Nov. 21 -- Consumer Energy Alliance issued the following news release: Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA) today announced the start of a statewide campaign designed to educate Virginia policymakers, families and businesses about the benefits of energy and the central role it plays in their everyday lives and budget. CEA's "Campaign for America's Energy" will highlight the importance of affordable, reliable energy in the lives of families and businesses and the consequences that more PR

Continuum of Learning: Creating Life-long Learners (10)

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Mississippi, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news: By Tech. Sgt. Ryan Crane 81st Training Wing Public Affairs Keesler Air Force Base's 336th Training Squadron has begun developing multiple initiatives aimed at improving the learning experience of Airmen who are fresh out of basic military training. Air Education and Training Command's Continuum of Learning initiative is a shift to better focus how Airmen learn by integrating education, training and more PR

Continuum of Learning: Creating Life-long Learners (10)

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Mississippi, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Keesler Air Force Base (81st Training Wing) issued the following news: By Tech. Sgt. Ryan Crane 81st Training Wing Public Affairs Keesler Air Force Base's 336th Training Squadron has begun developing multiple initiatives aimed at improving the learning experience of Airmen who are fresh out of basic military training. Air Education and Training Command's continuum of learning initiative is a shift to better focus how Airmen l more PR

Conversation Continued: Education Leaders Connect Theory, Practice, and Performance (10)

ITHACA, New York, Nov. 23 -- Ithaca College issued the following news release: Ithaca College faculty, students, and alumni joined with pioneering education leaders from across the nation on Nov. 3 for "Conversation: Started," an academic symposium exploring the connections between theory, practice, and performance held as part of Weekend on South Hill--which celebrated both the inauguration of President Shirley M. Collado and the 125th anniversary of the founding of the college. Held in Glaze more PR

Council Adopts Conclusions on Digital for Development (10)

BRUSSELS, Belgium, Nov. 21 -- The Council of the European Union issued the following news release: The Council recalls its conclusions on 'Mainstreaming digital solutions and technologies in EU development policy' [1] and reaffirms the EU and Member States' commitment to support Digital Technologies and Services in developing countries as powerful enablers of inclusive growth and sustainable development, as stated in the new European Consensus on Development. Digitalisation is an essential driv more PR

Council for Advancement of Education Issues Statement on University Fundraising Campaigns (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The Council for Advancement and Support of Education issued the following statement by Vice President Global Engagement Tricia King in response to the Daily Mail investigation into university fundraising campaigns: "Last year UK universities raised over GBP 1bn in philanthropic income in support of their core activities of education and research. This money supports many things including support for students from disadvantaged backgrounds to crucial life-changing research more PR

Credit Suisse Boosts China Equity Research Coverage With New Hires (10)

ZURICH, Switzerland, Nov. 22 -- Credit Suisse, a financial services provider, issued the following news release: A total of 11 equity research analysts have joined Credit Suisse's Asia Pacific Research team in recent months, bringing in extensive sector expertise and substantially strengthening Credit Suisse's China Equity Research platform. Commenting on the new hires, Neil Hosie, Head of Equities, Asia Pacific, said: "China is a critical part of our growth strategy in Asia Pacific. With the more PR

Creighton University Recognized As a Military Times Best College for 2018 (10)

OMAHA, Nebraska, Nov. 21 -- Creighton University issued the following news release: Creighton University has been named to the Military Times Best: Colleges 2018 (formerly Best for Vets) rankings. The University was included in the Military Times Best for Vets in the previous three years. The rankings factor in the results of a comprehensive school-by-school survey of veteran and military student offerings and rates of academic achievement by Military Times. More than 600 colleges took part in more PR

CSBA to Host Gubernatorial Candidate Panel at Annual Education Conference and Trade Show (10)

SACRAMENTO, California, Nov. 22 -- The California School Boards Association issued the following news release: The top contenders in the California Governor's race will appear on a panel at CSBA's 2017 Annual Education Conference and Trade Show (AEC) in San Diego. On Saturday, Dec. 2, the candidates will address more than 3,000 school board trustees during a two-hour session focused on topics such as student performance, the conditions of children, equity, school funding, charter schools, oppo more PR

CSU Named a Top University for International Students (10)

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Nov. 21 -- Cleveland State University issued the following news release: NAJAH, the annual higher education exhibition held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, has selected Cleveland State University as one of the top schools for international students. CSU won the Best Facilities category as part of NAJAH 2017's Student Choice Awards. The honor is based on a survey of students and alumni of 162 universities around the world and highlight the efforts institutions are making to more PR

CSU, Chico Celebrates 24 Hours of Philanthropy With Giving Day Nov. 28 (10)

CHICO, California, Nov. 22 -- California State University's Chico campus issued the following news release: California State University, Chico will undertake its first comprehensive 24-hour fundraising effort from midnight to 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 28 for Chico State Giving Day. Chico State Giving Day is a part of the global Giving Tuesday movement and unites the entire Wildcat family of students, alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and friends to support the University's community and prog more PR

Cubic to Showcase Comprehensive Range of NextTraining Innovations at I/ITSEC 2017 (10)

SAN DIEGO, California, Nov. 22 -- Cubic issued the following news release: Cubic Corporation (NYSE: CUB) today announced that its Cubic Global Defense (CGD) business division will demonstrate its broad portfolio of training solutions for accelerated performance at the 2017 Interservice/Industry Training Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) in Orlando, Florida from November 27 to December 1. I/ITSEC is the world's largest modeling and simulation and training conference organized by the more PR

Cyber Law Symposium (10)

MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Alabama, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Air Force 42nd Air Base Wing issued the following news: By Senior Airman Tammie Ramsouer Maxwell Public Affairs Legal, cyber and information technology professionals attend the Air Force Judge Advocate General School's second annual Cyber Law Symposium, Thursday, Nov. 2, 2017. The purpose of the free symposium was to familiarize the Maxwell-Gunter and surrounding communities with legal and policy limitations that impact activities within t more PR

Dallas Man Sentenced to 210 Months in Federal Prison for Possessing Child Pornography (10)

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas, Erin Nealy Cox, issued the following news release: Gregorio Alexandro Landeros, 30, of Dallas, Texas, was sentenced this morning by U.S. District Judge Sidney A. Fitzwater to 210 months in federal prison, following his guilty plea to one count of receipt of child pornography, announced U.S. Attorney Erin Nealy Cox of the Northern District of Texas. According to the plea agreement factual resume filed in the case, i more PR

David Hong Tsung Lan to Receive Honorary Degree for Government Role (10)

CAMBRIDGE, England, Nov. 24 -- The University of the West of England-Bristol issued the following news release: Professor Dr David Hong Tsung Lan is to be awarded the Honorary Degree of Doctor of Business Administration by the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol)in recognition of his long and prestigious career in government in Hong Kong and his contribution to international trade and education. Born in Shanghai, David completed his early education in Hong Kong, joining the Hong Kon more PR

Dean College Announces EMTS, Inc. Paramedic Training Program (10)

FRANKLIN, Massachusetts, Nov. 21 -- Dean College issued the following news release: The School of Continuing Studies at Dean College in partnership with Emergency Medical Teaching Services, Inc. (EMTS, Inc.) will offer a paramedic training beginning Monday, January 22, 2018. The EMT-Paramedic course is an in-depth course in advanced pre-hospital life support and meets the requirements of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and national guidelines for paramedic education. Students must more PR

Dean Recognized for Being Champion of Talent Development (10)

ALLENDALE, Michigan, Nov. 22 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: Paul Plotkowski, dean of the Seymour and Esther Padnos College of Engineering and Computing, was awarded the MFG Talent Champion Award from the Michigan Manufacturers Association (MMA). The award was presented to Plotkowski at the MFG Excellence Awards Gala November 9 in Lansing. The award is given to an individual who advocates for the critical need of attracting the next generation workforce to manufact more PR

Declines in Population Don't Always Reflect Quality of Life, According to ISU Sociologist (10)

AMES, Iowa, Nov. 22 -- Iowa State University issued the following news release: You can still live large in a small town. A new report from an Iowa State University sociologist identifies a dozen Iowa towns where residents believe quality of life in their community is improving at the same time the population is shrinking. David Peters, an associate professor of sociology and author of the report, said these towns, described in the report as "shrink-smart" communities, show that a smaller popu more PR

Defense Authorization Bill Conferees Issue Report - Title XXXI (Department of Energy National Security Programs) (Program Authorizations, Restrictions, and Limitations) (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- The conference report (H.Rpt. 115-404) was issued on legislation (H.R. 2810) to authorize appropriations for fiscal 2018 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year. The report was advanced by Rep. Mac Thornberry, R-Texas, on Nov. 9. TITLE XXXI--DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NATIONAL SECURITY PROGRAMS Subtitle B--Program A more ST

Defense Authorization Bill Conferees Issue Report - Title XXXV (Maritime Matters) (Part 1 0f 2) (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- The conference report (H.Rpt. 115-404) was issued on legislation (H.R. 2810) to authorize appropriations for fiscal 2018 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year. The report was advanced by Rep. Mac Thornberry, R-Texas, on Nov. 9. TITLE XXXV--MARITIME MATTERS SEC. 3501. AUTHORIZATION OF THE MARITIME ADMINISTRAT more ST

Defense Authorization Bill Conferees Issue Report - Title XXXV (Maritime Matters) (Part 2 of 2) (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- The conference report (H.Rpt. 115-404) was issued on legislation (H.R. 2810) to authorize appropriations for fiscal 2018 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year. The report was advanced by Rep. Mac Thornberry, R-Texas, on Nov. 9. Continues from Part 1 of 2 TITLE XXXV--MARITIME MATTERS SEC. 3514. ACTIONS TO more ST

Defense Policy Bill Includes Larsen Provisions to Support Military Communities, Strengthen National Security (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Washington, issued the following news release: On Tuesday, the U.S. House voted 356-70 to approve the Conference Report for the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2018. Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02), a member of the conference committee, successfully secured provisions in the conference report that would benefit the Pacific Northwest including a larger budget for Impact Aid and increased funding for military communities with groundwat more PR

Demand Progress Issues Statement on Net Neutrality (10)

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Nov. 22 -- Demand Progress issued the following statement by Director of Communications Mark Stanley in response to reporting from POLITICO tonight that Federal Communications Commission Chairman Ajit Pai will reveal his plan to roll back net neutrality protections to fellow commissioners: "Given his track record as a crusader against Americans' ability to communicate and connect, reports tonight that FCC Chairman Pai will unveil his plan to gut net neutrality protectio more PR

DEP to Help Increase K-12 Students' Watershed Knowledge and Stewardship (10)

HARRISBURG, Pa., Nov. 22 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news release: More Pennsylvania students will know the watershed they live in and take action to protect freshwater resources. This is the goal of a new statewide K-12 environmental education task force in which the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) plays a lead role. "Many people don't know what a watershed is," said DEP Secretary Patrick McDonnell. "We're excited to collaborate more PR

Department of Education Issues Nov. 10 Education Review Newsletter (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following Education Review newsletter: Disaster Relief Aid On November 8, Secretary DeVos traveled to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, to see recovery and rebuilding efforts first-hand and discuss with local officials their plans to help students resume learning (Secretary's readout (https://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/readout-secretary-devos-visit-puerto-rico-and-us-virgin-islands)). In Puerto Rico, she met with Gov more PR

Deputy Secretary of State Issues Remarks at U.S.-Nigeria Bi-National Commission (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Department of State issued the following remarks by Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan on the U.S.-Nigeria Bi-National Commission in Abuja, Nigeria: "Thank you for your warm welcome, Foreign Minister Onyeama. "It is a pleasure to be here in Nigeria and an honor to lead the U.S. delegation to this year's U.S.-Nigeria Bi-National Commission. "I am joined by colleagues from the State Department, USAID, the Departments of Defense, Commerce, and our Trade Re more PR

Descendant of Marion Nine Connects Dots (10)

MONTGOMERY, Alabama, Nov. 22 -- Alabama State University issued the following news release: Several descendants of the University's founders were in attendance during a genealogical presentation at the National Center. Alabama State University celebrated its 150-year history and heritage today, Nov. 21, when it hosted descendants of its founding fathers at ASU's Ralph D. Abernathy College of Education Auditorium. The event, titled "The Marion Nine and Their Descendants: A Genealogical Present more PR

Despite Progress, 180 Million Children Face Bleaker Prospects Than Their Parents - UNICEF (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 21 -- United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) issued the following news release: Despite global progress, 1 in 12 children worldwide live in countries where their prospects today are worse than those of their parents, according to a UNICEF analysis conducted for World Children's Day. According to the analysis, 180 million children live in 37 countries where they are more likely to live in extreme poverty, be out of school, or be killed by violent death th more PR

Diabetes Prevention Program Shows Promising Results (10)

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Air Force's Eglin Air Force Base issued the following news: By Shireen Bedi Air Force Surgeon General Public Affairs "I wish I knew this 30 years ago," is a common feeling among Air Force veterans after receiving diabetes education. Like most of the 89 million Americans with prediabetes, many active duty Airmen do not know the ways they can prevent or delay the onset of diabetes. With one in three Americans at risk for diabetes, researchers and hea more PR

DNC Launches Robocall, Digital Ads Condemning GOP Tax Scam in Tennessee (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release: The DNC is announcing the launch of targeted robocalls and digital ads in Tennessee urging Tennesseans to call on Senator Corker and demand that he votes no on the GOP tax plan. The GOP sham tax plan would cut education funding, make it more expensive to buy a home, increase the deficit, and gut Medicare funding for seniors - all so they can fund another giant tax giveaway to wealthy corporations and the more PR

DNR Seeks Nominations for Trails Advisory Board (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 21 -- The Indiana Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: The DNR is seeking nominations for six openings on the state's Indiana Trails Advisory Board (TAB). The TAB discusses and advises the DNR director on important trail matters and shares news, best practices, and resources with the trails community. Openings are for representatives of the following trail-user or interest groups: bicyclists; off-road motorcyclists; parks and recreatio more PR

DOD Seeks Deployment Training Cycle Support Services in California (10)

SAN DIEGO, California, Nov. 24 -- The U.S. Naval Special Warfare Command has issued a sources sought notice (H92240-18-Q-2005) for deployment training cycle support services. Response Date: Dec. 5, 2017; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 611 - Educational Services/611699 - All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction. more CTR

Don Dowling Family Honored By SWOSU College of Pharmacy (10)

WEATHERFORD, Oklahoma, Nov. 22 -- Southwestern Oklahoma State University issued the following news release: Members of the Don Dowling family were recently honored with the College of Pharmacy Heritage Award at Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford. The Heritage Award recognizes a family with at least two generations of SWOSU pharmacy graduates who have demonstrated a commitment to the university, SWOSU College of Pharmacy and the pharmacy profession. SWOSU pharmacy graduates more PR

Don't Be Fooled by North Korea's Denials on Women's Rights (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following report: North Korean officials were asked recently what measures have been taken to address the UN Commission of Inquiry's 2014 findings that women forcibly returned from China had been abused and tortured. The delegation dismissed the findings as "unsubstantiated" and "politicized" like other, "anti-Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) human rights resolutions," adopted by the UN. The angry North Korean reaction was no sur more PR

Donegal School Takes First Place in National 'Something Fishy' Competition 2017 (10)

DUBLIN, Ireland, Nov. 25 -- Inland Fisheries Ireland issued the following news release: Gartan National School of Churchill, Letterkenny, County Donegal, has been named the winner of 2017 national 'Something Fishy' competition. The students were presented with the National 'Something Fishy' perpetual trophy and a money prize for the class by Joe MC Hugh TD, Minister of State at the Department of an Taoiseach at the school today. The 'Something Fishy' programme is an annual educational initiat more PR

Donors Step Up With Matching Challenges to Amplify Impact of NMSU Giving Tuesday (10)

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, Nov. 23 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news: Successful New Mexico State University alums, a dedicated corporate partner and the NMSU system's top leadership are among many generous donors who have stepped up to offer matching funds and challenges aimed at inspiring others to make an impact during the university system's third-annual Giving Tuesday event on Nov. 28. Kevin Johnson, CEO of Starbucks and a 1981 graduate of NMSU's College of Business h more PR

Dr. Gary Wilson Takes Over as President of Association of Canadian Universities for Northern Studies (10)

PRINCE GEORGE, British Columbia, Nov. 22 -- The University of Northern British Columbia issued the following news release: Dr. Gary Wilson, a Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Northern British Columbia, became President of the Association of Canadian Universities for Northern Studies (ACUNS) in October. Established in 1978, ACUNS promotes northern and Arctic research and education in Canada throughout the circumpolar North among its member institutions. In more PR

Drs. Charles Bradley and Elizabeth Grice Receive 2017 One Health Award (10)

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Nov. 23 -- The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine issued the following news release: Charles W. Bradley, VMD, of the School of Veterinary Medicine (Penn Vet), and Elizabeth A. Grice, PhD, of the Perelman School of Medicine (Penn Medicine), have been named the 2017 recipients of Penn's One Health Award, recognizing their exemplary interdisciplinary collaboration in improving health care for the benefit of humans, animals, and the environment. The more PR

Dunbar Elected President of the Association of Space Explorers (10)

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Nov. 23 -- Texas A&M University's College of Engineering issued the following news release: Texas A&M University aerospace engineering professor Dr. Bonnie J. Dunbar was elected president of the Association of Space Explorers (ASE) International at the 30th annual ASE Congress in Toulouse, France, on Oct. 20. She is the first woman to be elected ASE president. Dunbar, a TEES Distinguished Research Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering and director of the more PR

Eastern Presents Pedro Noguera (10)

WILLIMANTIC, Connecticut, Nov. 21 -- Eastern Connecticut State University issued the following news release: "If we want to create a more equitable society, we must transform the way we teach our children." That was the message that Pedro Noguera, distinguished professor of education in the Graduate School of Education and Information Studies at the University of California-Los Angeles (UCLA), drove home during his lecture to a packed house on Nov. 14 at Eastern Connecticut State University. S more PR

EC Department of Health, Partners Receive $300,000 Grant to Aid in Opioid Misuse Prevention in Women of Childbearing Age (10)

ERIE COUNTY, New York, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Brian Higgins, D-New York, issued the following news release: The Erie County Department of Health ("ECDOH"), in partnership with Neighborhood Health Centers and the Seneca Nation Health System, has received a 3-year, $300,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women's Health to address the prevention of prescription and non-prescription opioid misuse by women. One of twenty communities nationwide to receive funding, Erie more PR

Economic and Social Stakeholders Call for a More Active Contribution to the EU-Africa Partnership (10)

BRUSSELS, Belgium, Nov. 21 -- The European Union's European Economic and Social Committee issued the following news release: This is the vision shared by the economic and social stakeholders and their representative institutions from the two continents. The changing global landscape is having an impact on Africa-Europe relations. "Europe and Africa have everything to gain by strengthening their ties, but also a lot to lose unless they coordinate their action better", stressed Yves Somville, the more PR

Economic Growth (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following fact sheet: USAID Liberia is working to spur community and market revitalization in post-war Liberia through cross-cutting initiatives in infrastructure, energy, private sector competitiveness, agriculture, food security, and natural resources management. Additionally, infrastructure and energy projects contribute to other USAID-supported education, health, and governance projects throughout Liberia. AGRI more PR

ECPI University Earns Region's Top Ranking in Best Colleges for Vets 2018 (10)

VIRGINIA BEACH, Virginia, Nov. 21 -- ECPI University issued the following news release: ECPI University is pleased to announce it has been ranked #2 in the nation by Military Times in its Military Times Best: Colleges 2018 rankings, formerly known as Best for Vets. The rankings factor in the results of Military Times' annual survey, the most comprehensive school-by-school assessment of veteran and military student services and rates of academic achievement. As with all Military Times rankings more PR

Education Department Proposes Revision to 2018 Teaching, Learning Information Collection (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Education Department proposed a revision of an existing information collection entitled '2018 Teaching and Learning International Survey Main Study'. Excerpts of the notice in the Federal Register state: DATES: Interested persons are invited to submit comments on or before December 21, 2017. ADDRESSES: To access and review all the documents related to the information collection listed in this notice, please use http://www.regulations.gov by searchin more ST

Education Department Proposes Revision to ICILS 2018 Information Collection (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Education Department proposed a revision of an existing information collection titled 'International Computer and Information Literacy Study Main Study'. Excerpts of the Federal Register notice state: DATES: Interested persons are invited to submit comments on or before December 21, 2017. ADDRESSES: To access and review all the documents related to the information collection listed in this notice, please use http://www.regulations.gov by searching t more ST

Education for Children in Detention and Care 'Good' or 'Very Good' - Minister Bruton (10)

DUBLIN, Ireland, Nov. 23 -- The Ireland Department of Education and Skills issued the following news release: The Minister for Education & Skills, Mr Richard Bruton T.D. today published a report on 'The Education of Children in Detention and Care.' The report, which is based on inspections, found that the overall quality of provision in schools for children in detention and care in the State was good or very good in most cases. While the report has identified some room for improvement, overal more PR

Education: Better Educated Liberians (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following fact sheet: Better Educated Liberians The Liberian education system is emerging from a prolonged and brutally destructive period of civil unrest. Long standing impacts from the war, compounded by the 2015 school closure due to the Ebola Viral Disease (EVD) outbreak, continue to take a toll on the fragile education system. Liberia is significantly behind most other African countries in nearly all education more PR

EIB, Cassa Depositi E Prestiti Renew Their Support to Italy's Schools Upgrading Plan (10)

BRUSSELS, Brazil, Nov. 23 -- The European Investment Bank issued the following news release: New loans for up to EUR 1,3bn will be made available over the next three years by the European Investment Bank (EIB) to Italian schools for the modernisation and safety of their buildings and facilities. The financing is part of a new institutional agreement signed with the Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research which builds up on a previous commitment coming to an end this year. Fresh more PR

Eight Selected to Receive Distinguished Alumni Awards in 2018 (10)

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following news release: On Nov. 10, the Penn State Board of Trustees selected eight Penn State alumni to receive the Distinguished Alumni Award, the University's highest honor presented to its alumni. The following individuals have been officially notified of their selection by the Board and are invited to accept the award from the University in June 2018. * Dana H. Born, brigadier general, U.S.A.F. (Ret.) and l more PR

Emergency Conservation Assessment Support for Museums in Disaster Areas (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The Institute of Museum and Library Services issued the following news release: The Foundation of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works (FAIC) and the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) announce availability of Emergency Collections Assessment for Preservation support. Based on the existing Collections Assessment for Preservation (CAP) program, the Emergency CAP will help collecting institutions in recent federally declared di more PR

EMILY's List Issues Statement on Endorsement of Jones for Congress in Texas (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- EMILY's List issued the following statement by President Stephanie Schriock on the endorsement of Gina Ortiz Jones for Congress in Texas' 23rd District: "Gina Ortiz Jones' inspiring story is an American story. The daughter of an immigrant single mom who instilled the values of hard work and service, Gina pursued an education through an Air Force ROTC scholarship, deployed as an intelligence officer in Iraq, and later built a career as an economic and national security exp more PR

Emory Vaccine Center Associate Director is Elected AAAS 2017 Fellow (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 22 -- Emory University's Woodruff Health Sciences Center issued the following news release: Walter A. Orenstein, MD, associate director of the Emory Vaccine Center and an Emory professor of medicine, pediatrics and global health, has been named a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). Election as a AAAS Fellow is an honor bestowed upon AAAS members by their peers because of their scientifically or socially distinguished efforts to advanc more PR

Energy Scientist and Pediatric Physician Researchers Named Endowed Chairs at Stony Brook University Ceremony (10)

STONY BROOK, New York, Nov. 22 -- The State University of New York's Stony Brook campus issued the following news release: At an investiture ceremony on the Stony Brook University campus, three new endowed chairs were formally appointed; two leading pediatric clinical research physicians at Stony Brook Children's Hospital and a renowned materials scientist and chemical engineer at the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences. The three new endowed faculty positions were funded by philanthro more PR

Engaging With Industry: Cutting-Edge Innovations at New Research Hubs (10)

CANBERRA, Australia, Nov. 20 -- The Australian Research Council issued the following news release: Two new Australian Research Council (ARC) Industrial Transformation Research Hubs that will focus on collaborative research and development projects to drive industry growth, productivity and competitiveness have been launched at Monash University today. President of the Senate, Senator the Hon. Scott Ryan, opened the ARC Research Hub for Computational Particle Technology and the ARC Research Hub more PR

Environmental Crime Threatens Europe's Last Pristine Forests, Iconic Wildlife (10)

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov. 23 -- The United Nations Environment Programme issued the following news release: The Danube-Carpathian region, located in Central and Eastern Europe and known for its natural treasures, is under high pressure from environmental crime warn the United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment), World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF) and Eurac Research. Illegal logging and wildlife trade threaten the region's biodiversity and people's livelihoods despite European and inter more PR

EOU Board of Trustees Reviews Strategic Enrollment Management Plans (10)

LA GRANDE, Oregon, Nov. 20 -- Eastern Oregon University issued the following news: Strategic enrollment management proved to be the focus during Eastern Oregon University's governing board meeting Nov. 16 on campus in La Grande. Board members received a breakdown of enrollment statistics for this term that tracks changes in demographics, academic programs and modalities. Each of the university's three colleges presented action items to expand retention efforts, extend marketing reach and incre more PR

EPA Awards Nearly $4.4 Million to Restore Lake Champlain and Protect Against Harmful Algal Blooms (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 21 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded $4,395,000 in Lake Champlain restoration funding to help address outbreaks of harmful algal blooms and the spread of invasive species in Lake Champlain. The funding was awarded to: * State of Vermont, * State of New York; and * New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission (NEIWPCC), on behalf of the Lake Champlain Basin Program. With a more PR

Epsom Man Pleads Guilty to Firearm And Drug Trafficking Charges (10)

CONCORD, New Hampshire, Nov. 22 -- The Acting U.S. Attorney for the District of New Hampshire, John J. Farley, issued the following news release: Eric Collins, 43, of Epsom, pleaded guilty in federal court to using and carrying a firearm during and in relation to a drug trafficking crime and possession of controlled substances with intent to distribute, Acting United States Attorney John J. Farley announced today. According to court documents and statements made in court, in February of 2017, more PR

Equipment Donation Benefits Penn College Manufacturing Students (10)

WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- The Pennsylvania College of Technology issued the following news: Manufacturing students at Pennsylvania College of Technology are the beneficiaries of a recent equipment donation from the owners of a company with strong ties to the institution. Richard and Marion Leonhard, part owners of Southwestern Industries, donated two computer-numerical-control milling machines for the college's automated manufacturing lab. Hundreds of students in the college's fou more PR

Erin Connor and Michelle Collay Present at Northeast Educational Research Association Conference (10)

BIDDEFORD, Maine, Nov. 21 -- The University of New England issued the following news release: Erin Connor, Ph.D., program manager for the graduate programs in Education in the University of New England College of Graduate and Professional Studies, and Michelle Collay, Ph.D., director of the online doctoral program in Educational Leadership, gave a presentation at the Northeast Educational Research Association conference in Trumbull, Connecticut. They presented the framework for their ongoing p more PR

Escambia County Animal Shelter Awarded $75K Renovation Grant (10)

PENSACOLA, Florida, Nov. 23 -- Escambia County issued the following news: The Escambia County Animal Shelter has been awarded a $75,000 grant for extensive renovations to the shelter, which will improve animal welfare while enhancing overall aesthetics at the shelter. The renovation process will also be filmed and broadcast nationally on PBS on an episode of Shelter Me, an uplifting film series that celebrates shelter pets and the people who help them. The grant was applied for by Friends of t more PR

ESF Researcher, Ph.D. Candidate Attend First Bioeconomy Conference (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 21 -- The State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry issued the following news release: Dr. Timothy Volk, a senior research associate in the ESF Department of Forest and Natural Resources Management, and Ph.D. candidate Obste Therasme represented ESF at the Advanced Bioeconomy Leadership Conference on Next Generation Technologies (ABLC Next), a conference dedicated to the most important issues in the bioeconomy. They were among more than 40 studen more PR

Ethical Alternative for Supply Teacher Employment (10)

BIRMINGHAM, England, Nov. 22 -- The National Association of Schoolmasters Union of Women Teachers issued the following news release: The NASUWT - The Teachers' Union, and the Supply Register teaching agency have today announced a new partnership in a memorandum of understanding to promote an ethical alternative for the employment of supply teachers. Supply teachers play a vital role in ensuring the highest standards of education for all children and young people. However, the way in which the more PR

Ethiopia, Mauritius and Spain Honoured for Promoting Investment in Sustainable Development Goals (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Nov. 22 -- The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development issued the following news release: Agencies from Ethiopia, Mauritius and Spain, have received the 2017 United Nations Awards for Promoting Investment in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at UNCTAD's Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission today in Geneva, Switzerland. "The award-winning agencies have demonstrated that leading inward and outward investment promotion agencies are acting proact more PR

EU Budget 2018 Deal: EP Boosts Support for Youth and Growth Initiatives (10)

BRUSSELS, Belgium, Nov. 20 -- The European Union's European Parliament issued the following news release: MEPs have fought for and obtained better support for unemployed youngsters and additional funds to boost key initiatives supporting SMEs and research. In the early hours of Saturday, the negotiators from the European Parliament and the Council reached a provisional agreement on the EU Budget for 2018, three days before the end of the conciliation period on 20 November at midnight. The pre more PR

Europe Needs More Investment Targeted at Addressing Structural Issues (10)

BRUSSELS, Brazil, Nov. 24 -- The European Investment Bank issued the following news release: EIB Investment Report 2017/2018 shows that companies are held back by lack of skilled workforce and regulation more than by financing problems. Corporate investment reaches pre-crisis levels, but firms consider only half of their capital stock to be state-of-the-art. Municipalities report significant investment gap, especially in transport, ICT and social housing. The investment recovery in Europe co more PR

Evan Cropper of Current, Powered by GE Joins CABA Board of Directors (10)

OTTAWA, Ontario, Nov. 22 -- The Continental Automated Buildings Association issued the following news release: The Continental Automated Buildings Association announced today that Evan Cropper of Current, powered by GE, has been appointed to its Board of Directors. CABA is a nonprofit industry association that provides information, education, and networking to help promote advanced technologies for the automation of homes and buildings. Current, powered by GE, is an energy company that combine more PR

Excitement Surrounds UNK Unveil of Long-Awaited STEM Building (10)

KEARNEY, Nebraska, Nov. 21 -- The University of Nebraska-Kearney issued the following news: Exciting. Remarkable. Impressive. Amazing. Overdue. Those words were said repeatedly by people in attendance Monday when the University of Nebraska at Kearney unveiled its new STEM building that will open in 2019. "This building is going to have some remarkable vistas and venues for learning," said Chancellor Doug Kristensen. "It is a statement about where UNK is as a campus right now. To be able to se more PR

Exhibit Sales and Registration Open for Destinations International's Destination Showcase (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The Destination Marketing Association International issued the following news release: Destinations International Chair Tammy Blount, FCDME and President and CEO of the Monterey County Convention and Visitors Bureau and President and CEO Don Welsh today announced that registration and exhibit sales are open for Destination Showcase. The Association's signature event will take place on February 13, 2018 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center Grand Ballroom in Washin more PR

Extra Support to DEIS Schools for Student Support Teams - Minister Bruton (10)

DUBLIN, Ireland, Nov. 25 -- The Ireland Department of Education and Skills issued the following news release: Minister Bruton today announced plans to extend the Student Support Team Pilot to a further 20 post primary DEIS schools in Dublin, Cork and Clare. Student support teams are shown to significantly improve the structures in place within a school to support student wellbeing. The Student Support Team pilot was a 3 year project (2014-2017) of 17 schools which sought to see how the Depart more PR

Faculty Member, Alumna Honored By NJ League for Nursing (10)

NORTH BRANCH, New Jersey, Nov. 21 -- Raritan Valley Community College issued the following news release: Beryl Stetson of Flemington, Professor of Nursing at Raritan Valley Community College, and RVCC alumna Rachel Kopp of Washington Township (Warren County), formerly of Branchburg, were both honored by the New Jersey League for Nursing (NJLN) at its 2017 NJLN Nurse Recognition Awards Gala. The annual event, held this year on November 3 at the Pines Manor in Edison, brings together the best in more PR

Faculty, Business Leaders Rally to Open CSUF's Second Startup Incubator (10)

FULLERTON, California, Nov. 22 -- California State University-Fullerton News Service issued the following news release: About 250 Orange and Los Angeles county business leaders and faculty members attended a Nov. 15 open house to launch Cal State Fullerton's second Startup Incubator, this time on CSUF's Irvine campus. The program offers students the opportunity to research and support the development of entrepreneurial companies in the region. Poised to compete with startup services for hire i more PR

Fairfax County Public Schools, Foundation for FCPS Recognize Business, Community Partners at Superintendent's Luncheon (10)

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Nov. 22 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news release: Navy Federal Credit Union, the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, and Food for Others were recognized by Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) and the Foundation for FCPS for their work as partners with the schools at the annual Superintendent's Luncheon on November 20. The awards recognize the valuable contributions being made by business and community partners throughout FCPS and increa more PR

Fairfax County School Board, Board of Supervisors Adopt Joint One Fairfax Policy (10)

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Nov. 22 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news release: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and Fairfax County School Board have adopted a joint social and racial equity policy called One Fairfax. The School Board adopted the One Fairfax policy at its meeting on Nov. 20. The Board of Supervisors adopted One Fairfax at its meeting on Nov. 21. This joint policy commits both boards to consider equity in decision-making and in the development and del more PR

Fairleigh Dickinson University Appoints Luke Schultheis as Vice President for Enrollment, Planning and Effectiveness (10)

TEANECK, New Jersey, Nov. 21 -- Fairleigh Dickinson University issued the following news release: Fairleigh Dickinson University president Christopher A. Capuano announced the appointment of Dr. Luke David Schultheis to the newly created position of Vice President for Enrollment, Planning and Effectiveness. "In this position, Luke will provide the leadership necessary to develop and manage a comprehensive enrollment plan for the entire University, from which multi-year forecasts of enrollment, more PR

FAST Multimodal Center Opening With Soft Launch on Nov. 20 (10)

FAYETTEVILLE, North Carolina, Nov. 21 -- The city of Fayetteville issued the following news release: The Fayetteville Area System of Transit (FAST) is opening its new FAST Multimodal Center with a soft launch beginning at approximately 5:30 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 20. A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held on Thursday, Nov. 30 at 11 a.m. A light ensemble from E.E. Smith High School will perform the National Anthem, City elected officials will be in attendance and refreshments will be served. The more PR

Fayetteville State University Achieves Immediate ROI With Campus-Wide Cloud Networking By Aerohive (10)

MILPITAS, California, Nov. 22 -- Aerohive Networks, an enterprise mobility company, issued the following news release: Aerohive Networks(R) (NYSE:HIVE), a Cloud Networking Leader, today announced that Fayetteville State University (FSU), located in North Carolina, chose Aerohive for comprehensive enterprise Wi-Fi access across its campus, saving more than $600,000 and ensuring a scalable solution for years to come. In celebrating its 150th year anniversary, Fayetteville State University is the more PR

FCC Chairman Ajit Pai Announces Proposal To Dismantle Net Neutrality Protections (10)

VANCOUVER, Canada, Nov. 22 -- OpenMedia issued the following news release: Today Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Ajit Pai released a statement outlining his plan to dismantle hard-won Title II Net Neutrality rules. According to the statement, the draft order that will undo Title II protections for Net Neutrality was shared with FCC Commissioners today and will be made public tomorrow, in advance of the upcoming vote on December 14. Pai's statement makes clear what has long been more PR

FCPS Named 2017 Certified Green School Division by VSBA (10)

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Nov. 20 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news release: Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) has been recognized as a Certified Green School Division by the Virginia School Boards Association for 2017. The district also earned platinum certification for accumulating green points for environmental policies and practices. VSBA's Green Schools Challenge encourages school districts to implement specific environmental policies and practical actions to red more PR

FDF Awards 2018 Open for Entries (10)

LONDON, England, Nov. 22 -- The Food and Drink Federation issued the following news release: The 2018 Food and Drink Federation (FDF) Awards are officially open from today (21 November) for any food and drink business wanting to celebrate their achievements and the hard work of talented individuals. The awards give entrants the chance to showcase the exciting work that companies and individual employees are undertaking in areas such as exports, environmental leadership, education and health. T more PR

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Maryland (Nov. 24) (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Maryland. *** MILITARY $40 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Life Technologies FREDERICK, Maryland, Nov. 24 -- Life Technologies Corp., Carlsbad, California, won a $40 million federal contract from the U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity for customized reagents and consumables. Agency contact: Brian Miller, brian.d.miller1.civ@mail.mil. CLASS65; NAICS334516. *** MILITARY $21.8 more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in New Mexico (Nov. 21) (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in New Mexico. *** $62,842 Federal Contract Awarded to Navajo Sanitation GALLUP, New Mexico, Nov. 21 -- Navajo Sanitation Inc., Window Rock, Arizona, won a $62,842.27 federal contract from the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs for solid waste disposal services for the Bureau of Indian education's Fort Defiance Agency in Arizona. CIV5FCA5. CLASSS; NAICS562111. more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Oklahoma (Nov. 21) (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Oklahoma. *** MILITARY $90,900 Federal Contract Awarded to Basco Groupo VANCE AFB, Oklahoma, Nov. 21 -- Basco Groupo LLC, Colorado Springs, Colorado, won a $90,900 federal contract from the U.S. Air Education and Training Command for the repair of roof at maintenance hangar. The place of performance will be in Enid, Oklahoma. Agency contact: Teddy T. Thomas, 580/213-7174, teddy.thomas.ctr@us. more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Arizona (Nov. 21) (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Arizona. *** MILITARY $15.62 Million Federal Contract Awarded to MyPilotStore COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 21 -- MyPlane Inc. dba MyPilotStore, Scottsdale, Arizona, was awarded a federal contract set aside for small business valued at up to $15,615,663 by the Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime for electrical headsets. DODBT *** MILITARY $7.46 Million more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Colorado (Nov. 21) (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Colorado. *** MILITARY $90,900 Federal Contract Awarded to Basco Groupo VANCE AFB, Oklahoma, Nov. 21 -- Basco Groupo LLC, Colorado Springs, Colorado, won a $90,900 federal contract from the U.S. Air Education and Training Command for the repair of roof at maintenance hangar. The place of performance will be in Enid, Oklahoma. Agency contact: Teddy T. Th more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in District of Columbia (Nov. 24) (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in District of Columbia. *** $860 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Louis Berger Group PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Nov. 24 -- Louis Berger Group Inc., Washington, was awarded an $860 million federal contract modification by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for temporary power support services for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. DODBT *** $53.27 Milli more ST

Federation of Small Businesses Issues Statement on Apprenticeship Drop (10)

BLACKPOOL, England, Nov. 24 -- The Federation of Small Businesses issued the following statement by National Chairman Mike Cherry responding to the figures from the U.S. Department for Education confirming a 59 percent drop in the number of apprenticeships in the last 3 months of the academic year: "Today's figures have confirmed our fears over a significant drop in apprenticeships. Getting more people doing apprenticeships is critical, especially if we are to tackle the skills shortage biting more PR

FFRF Demands Religious Promotion Cease at Wis. School (10)

MADISON, Wisconsin, Nov. 21 -- The Freedom From Religion Foundation issued the following news release: The Freedom From Religion Foundation is asking a Wisconsin school district to restrain a school board member from promoting his personal religious beliefs at school events. A concerned resident of Appleton, Wis., contacted FFRF to report that local media published an article stating that a member of the Appleton North High School Board, Alvin Dupree, spoke at the high school's graduation as p more PR

FHP Reminds Travelers to Buckle Up This Thanksgiving (10)

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Nov. 21 -- The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles issued the following news release: The Thanksgiving holiday is a peak travel period for families nationwide. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) wants all motorists to Arrive Alive this Thanksgiving holiday and is reminding motorists to buckle up before they hit the road. During the 2016 Thanksgiving holiday period, law enforcement agencies statewide worked more than 10,000 crashes. Although only two perce more PR

Fighting Back Against Trump Administration's Efforts to Undermine Workers' Rights, Murray, Brown Introduce WAGE Act to Strengthen Worker Protections (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news release: Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, and Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) introduced the Workplace Action for a Growing Economy (WAGE) Act today to strengthen workers' rights to form or join a union, speak up together for better wages and condit more PR

Film Producer, Alumnus and Congressman to Address Students in Fall Commencement (10)

HUNTSVILLE, Texas, Nov. 23 -- Sam Houston State University issued the following news: James Lopez, Earl C. "Duke" Austin, Jr. and Congressman Joaquin Castro are the confirmed speakers for Sam Houston State University's 2017 Fall Commencements taking place on Dec. 8 and 9 in the Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum. On Dec. 8 at 9:30 a.m., Lopez will address graduating students from the College of Education and the College of Fine Arts and Mass Communication. At 2 p.m., he will address students from the more PR

Final Health Fair of 2017 Set for Nov. 29 (10)

HANCEVILLE, Alabama, Nov. 22 -- Wallace State Community College issued the following news: Wallace State Community College's Department of Nursing Education will offer its final CELEBRATE Health Fair of the fall semester on Wednesday, Nov. 29, from 8 a.m. to noon, in the Wellness Center. The public is welcome to attend the free event, which includes the opportunity to check blood pressure, bone density and more. Wallace State Nursing students and staff will be available to outline possible dr more PR

FINRA Fines J.P. Morgan Securities, LLC $1.25 Million for Failing to Appropriately Fingerprint or Screen Its Employees (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority issued the following news release: The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) today announced it has fined J.P. Morgan Securities, LLC $1.25 million for failing to conduct timely or adequate background checks on approximately 8,600, or 95 percent, of its non-registered associated persons from January 2009 through May 2017. Federal securities laws require broker-dealers to fingerprint certain associated persons working more PR

FINRA Introduces New Functionality and Design to Fund Analyzer (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority issued the following news release: The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has introduced a new and improved Fund Analyzer tool to help investors and financial professionals understand the impact of fees and potentially discounts on mutual funds, exchange-traded funds, exchange-traded notes and money market funds. The Fund Analyzer's live data feed allows individuals to sort through and compare more than 30,000 prod more PR

Five Brookhaven Lab Scientists Named 2017 American Physical Society Fellows (10)

UPTON, New York, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Brookhaven National Laboratory issued the following news release: The American Physical Society (APS), the world's largest physics organization, has elected five scientists from the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory as 2017 APS fellows. With more than 53,000 members from academia, government, and industry, APS seeks to advance and share physics knowledge through research journals, scientific meetings, and more PR

Five From ORNL Elected Fellows of American Association for the Advancement of Science (10)

OAK RIDGE, Tennessee, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory issued the following news release: Five researchers at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory have been elected fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). AAAS, the world's largest multidisciplinary scientific society and publisher of the Science family of journals, honors fellows in recognition of "their scientifically or socially distinguished effor more PR

Food for the Poor's 23rd Annual Building Hope Gala: Adam Stewart, Deputy Chairman, CEO of Sandals Resorts International to Be Honored (10)

COCONUT CREEK, Florida, Nov. 22 -- Food for the Poor issued the following news release: Guests will embark on a journey to the golden age of travel and provide hope for Haiti at Food For The Poor's 23rd Annual Building Hope Gala on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018, at the Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club in Boca Raton. Attendees will be invited to create a legacy of compassion by pledging to build homes to benefit the people of Boen, Haiti. The area is in Ganthier on flat dirt plain, where 90 percent of more PR

Food Recovery Challenge Participants Demonstrate Action Through Outstanding Achievements (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized the outstanding accomplishments of 16 winners participating in EPA's Food Recovery Challenge. "Food Recovery Challenge award winners serve as role models in their communities and for other organizations," said EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt. "Their hard work and effective efforts to divert wasted food from landfills is paying off through more PR

Former Charter School Principal Pleads Guilty to Federal Program Theft (10)

WILMINGTON, Delaware, Nov. 22 -- The Acting U.S. Attorney for the District of Delaware, David C. Weiss, issued the following news release: David C. Weiss, Acting United States Attorney for the District of Delaware, announced today that Noel Rodriguez, age 56, formerly of Dover, Del., pleaded guilty to one count of federal program theft before U.S. District Judge Richard G. Andrews. Rodriguez is scheduled to be sentenced on March 30, 2018. According to court records and statements made in open more PR

Former Keyano Board Chair Receives Ambassadorship Award (10)

FORT MCMURRAY, Canada, Nov. 21 -- Keyano College issued the following news: Keyano College would like to congratulate Kara Flynn, our most recent Chair of our Board of Governors, on receiving the John Aldred Ambassadorship Award of Excellence from CAREERS: The Next Generation. She accepted the honour on Friday, November 17 in Edmonton during the "Future of Trades" 2017 RAP and CTS Scholarship Celebration. This annual reception celebrates the success of Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) a more PR

Former Marshall Man Pleads Guilty to Child Pornography, Faces 13 Years in Prison (10)

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Nov. 21 -- The Acting U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Missouri, Tom Larson, issued the following news release: Tom Larson, Acting United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri, announced that an Arkansas man, formerly of Marshall, Mo., pleaded guilty in federal court today to possessing child pornography. Kenneth Larrechea, 48, of Marshall, pleaded guilty before U.S. Magistrate Judge Matt J. Whitworth to possessing child pornography. Larrechea als more PR

Former Pit Boss, Blackjack Dealer, Player Sentenced in Federal Court for Cheating Conspiracy at Dakota Sioux Casino (10)

SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Attorney for the District of South Dakota, Randolph J. Seiler, issued the following news release: United States Attorney Randolph J. Seiler announced that three individuals have been sentenced in federal court for their roles in a Conspiracy Involving Theft by Employees of a Gaming Establishment on Indian Land. Lito Banbilla Bolocon, age 44, from Sisseton, South Dakota, and Jordon Anthony Rondell, age 29, from Lennox, South Dakota, appeared before more PR

Four CSC Students, Two Alumnae Earn Recognition at Nebraska SHAPE Conference (10)

CHADRON, Nebraska, Nov. 20 -- Chadron State College issued the following news release: Chadron State College Health, Physical Education and Recreation faculty members honored four students with major of the year awards during the 2017 Nebraska Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) Conference hosted Nov. 6-7, in Lincoln, Nebraska. Students honored were Nicholas Colgate of Rio Rico, Ariz., Health Education Major of the Year, Jyssica Forch of Stratton, Neb., Recreation and Sports Manag more PR

Four Fellows Named to the American Association for the Advancement of Science (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The University of Texas issued the following news release: Four University of Texas at Austin faculty members have been named fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the world's largest general scientific society. This year's AAAS fellows - members of the College of Natural Sciences, the Cockrell School of Engineering, the College of Pharmacy and the College of Liberal Arts - will be inducted at a ceremony during the AAAS Annual Meeti more PR

FPA Philanthropy at the Heart of the Financial Planning Profession (10)

SYDNEY, Australia, Nov. 24 -- The Financial Planning Association of Australia issued the following news release: As nineteen cyclists from across Australia complete their gruelling seven-day, 726km fundraising ride in Hobart yesterday, we are reminded of the passion and commitment shown by members of the Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA) to help those in need. This year, another ten FPA members also took part in extreme hiking challenges in Tasmania, all in the name of raising more PR

Franklin County Breaks Ground for New HDR-Reimagined Jail Facility (10)

OMAHA, Nebraska, Nov. 22 -- HDR, an architectural, engineering and consulting firm, issued the following news release: A ground-breaking on November 6, 2017 ushered in the start of the new Franklin County Correction Facility in Columbus, Ohio. HDR, in association with DLZ, led the design and planning for the new facility. The first phase of the project incorporates nearly 900 beds and is scheduled to open in late 2019. The new corrections center will replace the current downtown jail facility, more PR

Franklin Pierce University Board of Trustees Announces New Members (10)

RINDGE, New Hampshire, Nov. 21 -- Franklin Pierce University issued the following news: The Board of Trustees of Franklin Pierce University announces the appointment of four new members: two New Hampshire women with distinguished careers in government and law; a noted California developer with significant experience and expertise on student housing; and one of South Florida's leading voices on trade and commerce. "We are indeed fortunate to have the insights, experience and collaborative talen more PR

FranklinCovey's Chris McChesney to Deliver Keynote at KPMG's 27th Annual Accounting, Financial Reporting Symposium (10)

AMSTELVEEN, Netherlands, Nov. 24 -- KPMG International, a professional services firm providing audit, tax and advisory services, issued the following news release: KPMG's symposium delivers key updates on financial accounting and reporting developments. Chris McChesney, a global leadership expert at FranklinCovey, co-author of the Wall Street Journal #1 best-seller, The 4 Disciplines of Execution, and a primary developer of FranklinCovey's solution for strategic goal achievement in organizatio more PR

Frontline Physicians Oppose Elimination of Individual Mandate (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The American Academy of Family Phsyicians issued the following news release: Our organizations, which represent more than 560,000 physicians and medical students, strongly support policies that ensure every American has access to affordable health coverage. We are concerned that a proposed provision in the Senate tax reform legislation to repeal the individual mandate is inconsistent with our goals. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates that repeal of the indiv more PR

Fujifilm Launches New Pediatric Solutions Portfolio at Rsna 2017 (10)

STAMFORD, Connecticut, Nov. 22 -- Fujifilm USA issued the following news: FUJIFILM Medical Systems U.S.A., Inc., a leading provider of diagnostic imaging and medical informatics solutions, and FUJIFILM SonoSite Inc., specialists in developing cutting-edge ultrasound solutions and providing world-leading education to enable point-of-care visualization access, have launched a full-suite pediatric solutions portfolio, complete with digital radiography (DR), healthcare IT and point-of-care ultrasou more PR

Funding Available for Access to Care for Children Who Have Behavioral Health Issues (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the improvement of early identification and access to care for children and youth who have behavioral health issues. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state educational agencies as defined by section 9101(41) of the Elementary and Secondary Education A more ST

Funding Available for Addressing Health Disparities in Diabetes, Digestive, Kidney Diseases Diseases (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for addressing health disparities in diabetes, digestive, kidney diseases diseases. This funding opportunity uses the research project grant mechanism. No award amount was specified for this program. The agency said the grant was associated with a) food and nutrition and b) health. This funding opportunity is open to state, count more ST

Funding Available for Behavioral Interventions for Opioid Use Disorder Prevention (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for behavioral interventions for prevention of opioid use disorder. This funding opportunity uses the phased innovation award mechanism. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public more ST

Funding Available for Clinical Trials of Non-Pharmacological Interventions for Mental Disorders (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for confirmatory efficacy clinical trials of non-pharmacological interventions for mental disorders. This funding opportunity uses the research project grant mechanism. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent sc more ST

Funding Available for Clinical Trials to Test Effectiveness of Mental Health Treatment Interventions (10)

Funding Available for Collegiate Behavioral Health Prevention, Identification (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for collegiate behavioral health prevention, identification and intervention. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to institutions of higher education. Applicants from both public and private institutions including state universities; private four-year colleges more ST

Funding Available for Diversity in Dental, Oral, Craniofacial Research Workforce Enhancement (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the enhancement of the diversity of the dental, oral and craniofacial research workforce by providing a mentored research experience for eligible postdoctoral fellows and junior faculty. This funding opportunity uses the research scientist development award- research and training mechanism. No award amount was specified for this more ST

Funding Available for Leveraging Electronic Health Records for Alcohol Services Research (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for leveraging electronic health records for alcohol services research. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; public housin more ST

Funding Available for Mental Health Awareness Training (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for a mental health awareness training for school personnel. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state and local governments; federally recognized American Indian/Alaska Native tribes, tribal organizations, urban Indian organizations, and consortia of tribes more ST

Funding Available for Mental Health Services Interventions (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for pilot effectiveness trials for mental health treatment, preventative and services interventions. This funding opportunity uses the planning grant mechanism. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school dis more ST

Funding Available for Mentored Research Experience Opportunities for Dentists (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for providing highly qualified dentists in NIH postdoctoral fellowship positions with an opportunity to receive further mentored research experience in Intramural program. This funding opportunity uses the career transition award mechanism. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state, more ST

Funding Available for Pathophysiological Studies of Central Nervous System Disorders (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the development of positron-emission tomography and single-photon emission computed tomography imaging ligands as biomarkers for drug discovery and for pathophysiological studies of central nervous system disorders. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township more ST

Funding Available for Psychosocial Therapeutic, Preventive Interventions for Mental Disorders (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the development of psychosocial therapeutic and preventive interventions for mental disorders. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental grants Phase 2 mechanism. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments more ST

Funding Available for Recruitment of Students in Behavioral Health Field (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the recruitment of students to careers in the behavioral health field to address substance use, mental and co-occurring disorders. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The agency description of the grant st more ST

Funding Available for Research Collaboration on Drug Abuse, Addiction Research (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for an international research collaboration on drug abuse and addiction research. This funding opportunity uses the small grant program mechanism. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; privat more ST

Funding Available for STEM Workforce Establishment (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The Department of Defense Office of Naval Research announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the development of innovative solutions that directly establish, maintain or cultivate a science, technology, engineering and mathematics workforce in order to maintain the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps' technological superiority. No award amount was specified for this program. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other researc more ST

Funding Available for Studies in Drug, Alcohol Abuse Prevention Trials (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for pilot and feasibility studies in preparation for drug and alcohol abuse prevention trials. This funding opportunity uses the planning grant mechanism. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts more ST

Funding Available for Substance Use Disorders Treatment Outcomes Improvement (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for target assessment, engagement and data replicability to improve substance use disorders treatment outcomes. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institu more ST

Funding Available for Treatment of Mental Health Disorders (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for an early stage testing of pharmacological or device-based interventions for the treatment of mental health disorders. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental grants Phase 2 mechanism. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and speci more ST

Funding Available in Cooperative Agreement for Comprehensive Partnerships to Advance Cancer Health Equity (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for comprehensive partnerships to advance cancer health equity. This funding opportunity uses the specialized center-cooperative agreements mechanism. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; more ST

Funding Available in Cooperative Agreement for Research on Fundamental Measurement (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for supporting significant research in the field of fundamental measurement or the determination of fundamental constants. No award amount was specified for this program. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. This funding opportunity is open to accredited institut more ST

Funding Backs Vital Research on Indigenous Land and Leadership (10)

SYDNEY, Australia, Nov. 22 -- The University of Technology Sydney issued the following news: The return of land to the NSW Aboriginal community is escalating as of this year, yet the benefits of land-based entrepreneurialism in NSW have never been reviewed. Research to inform the process and achieve the best results for communities is one of two UTS Indigenous-focused projects addressing critical issues in higher education, land rights and self-determination to win more than $1 million in Aust more PR

Future Employment and Skills Focus for New Centre (10)

ADELAIDE, Australia, Nov. 19 -- The University of Adelaide issued the following news release: The University of Adelaide will establish a new, leading research centre on how the nature of work is changing and what that means for the skills required for employment. The new Future of Employment and Skills Research Centre will help guide policy directions for the benefit of South Australia and the nation. "The University of Adelaide is deeply committed to supporting the South Australian communit more PR

Future Is Collaborative! (10)

ROME, Italy, Nov. 22 -- Thales Group issued the following news release: Thales Alenia Space takes another key step in its transformation toward Industry 4.0 through the development and use of new production technologies contributing to improve flexibility and reduce time-to-market . In its L'Aquila plant located in Italy, the company takes pride in revealing the new multi-purpose collaborative robot, or cobot, CRATOS (Collaborative Robot Addressed To Operative Solutions), which is already impl more PR

Future of Europe: Cities, Regions Want to Bring Citizens Closer to Europe, Create Renewed Forms of EU Solidarity (10)

BRUSSELS, Brazil, Nov. 25 -- The European Committee of the Regions issued of news release: Preliminary results of a pan-European study from the London School of Economics seeking the views of local and regional authorities on the future of Europe and the role they wish to play in a renewed Union were presented yesterday at the meeting of the Committee of the Regions' Commission for Citizenship, Governance, Institutional and External Affairs ( CIVEX ). A vast majority of respondents agreed that more PR

Future STEM Teachers Receive Tuition Stipends for Graduate Program (10)

RIVER FALLS, Wisconsin, Nov. 20 -- The University of Wisconsin's River Falls campus issued the following news release: Ten graduate students of the University of Wisconsin-River Falls have received financial stipends from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to cover costs of their studies and start new careers teaching science or math. The UWRF STEMteach graduate program prepares individuals with an undergraduate major in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) to become lice more PR

FY2018 Interior, Environment Appropriations Bill Released (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Sen. Thad Cochran, R-Mississippi, chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release: The Senate Committee on Appropriations today released the FY2018 chairmen's recommendation and explanatory statement for the Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies. The recommendation totals $32.6 billion in discretionary funding, including $507 million in emergency firefighting funds. The measure provides increased funding to addre more PR

GAO Issues Report on Adjunct Workforce (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The Government Accountability Office has issued a report on the issues related to contingent faculty. The report (GAO-18-49) is titled "Contingent Workforce: Size, Characteristics, Compensation, and Work Experiences of Adjunct and Other Non-Tenure-Track Faculty". The report was sent to Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, and Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Oregon, on Oct. 19. Here are excerpts of summaries associ more ST

Gateway Chosen As 'Military Friendly School' By National Group for Seventh Straight Year (10)

KENOSHA, Wisconsin, Nov. 23 -- Gateway Technical College issued the following news release: For the seventh straight year, Victory Media, the premier publisher of magazines for military personnel transitioning into civilian life, has awarded Gateway Technical College the designation of Military Friendly School. The 2018 Military Friendly Schools ratings recognize colleges with leading programs for veterans, members of the Armed Forces leaving military service and military spouses. "It is an h more PR

Gay Community Endowment Fund Awards $34,000 (10)

AKRON, Ohio, Nov. 21 -- Akron Community Foundation issued the following news release: The Gay Community Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation recently awarded 14 grants totaling $34,000 for programs that positively impact the local lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. The community foundation's board ratified this latest round of grants at its quarterly meeting Nov. 17. Several grants will support local theater productions and art events, including a $3,000 grant to the Akr more PR

GBTA Announces Appointments to Board Vacancies (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Nov. 20 -- The Global Business Travel Association issued the following news release: The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA)--the voice of the global business travel industry, announces a newly appointed Chairman and two newly appointed Direct members to its Board of Directors. The volunteer leadership that makes up the Board of Directors helps to drive the direction and growth of the Association. Donna Kelliher, Past President and Chairperson, has been selected by more PR

Georgia State Researchers Receive Awards to Study Racial Disparity in Breast Cancers (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 21 -- Georgia State University issued the following news release: Two Georgia State University researchers have been awarded funding grants from It's the Journey and The Georgia Center for Oncology Research and Education (Georgia CORE) to continue their research on breast cancers that have a greater impact on African Americans. Dr. Ritu Aneja of the Institute for Biomedical Sciences has been awarded $50,000. Dr. Dora Il'yasova of the School of Public Health has received more PR

Gift From Board Chair Bozzuto '68 and Family to Boost Innovation and Access (10)

GENEVA, New York, Nov. 25 -- Hobart and William Smith Colleges issued the following news release: With a $4 million gift, Chair of the Board of Trustees Thomas S. '68 and Barbara M. Bozzuto and their family seek to sustain the future of Hobart and William Smith Colleges and their legacy of academic innovation while also expanding access for first generation students. Three million dollars of the total gift will endow the Bozzuto Center for Entrepreneurship, providing critical programming and o more PR

Girls Better Than Boys at Working Together to Solve Problems, Finds New OECD PISA Global Education Survey (10)

PARIS, France, Nov. 21 -- The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development issued the following news release: Girls are much better than boys at working together to solve problems, according to the first OECD PISA assessment of collaborative problem solving. Some 125,000 15-year-olds in 52 countries and economies took part in the test, which analyses for the first time how well students work together as a group, their attitudes towards collaboration and the influence of factors such more PR

Global Hotel Groups Support HFTP's Hospitality Certification Programs (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 21 -- Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals issued the following news release: Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP(R)) offers two certification programs that are globally recognized for setting industry standards for hospitality finance and technology professionals: Certified Hospitality Accountant Executive (CHAE(R)) and Certified Hospitality Technology Professional (CHTP(R)). These certification programs have been named a requirement for i more PR

GLSEN Announces Support for Delaware's Proposed New Regulation to Protect Transgender Students (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 23 -- The Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network issued the following news release: The Delaware Department of Education is requesting community comments on an amendment that would protect transgender students. The proposal seeks to amend Regulation 225 by adding "gender identity and expression" in its list of protected characteristics within school anti-discrimination policies. "The proposed amendment to Regulation 225 is an enormously important, common-sense step to suppo more PR

Go Dayton, Lt. Gov. Smith Take Action to Conserve Energy, Reduce Waste Across State Government (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Nov. 22 -- Gov. Mark Dayton, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: Governor Mark Dayton today issued Executive Order 17-12, directing state agencies to reduce waste, conserve energy, and save money across state government. The Executive Order establishes aggressive sustainability goals for all Minnesota state agencies. The new order builds on previous efforts of Governor Dayton and Lt. Governor Tina Smith to make state government more efficient, effective, and acc more PR

Golden Gate University Named 2017-2018 Military Friendly School (10)

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Nov. 21 -- Golden Gate University issued the following news release: Golden Gate University announced today that it has earned the 2017-2018 Military Friendly(R) School designation. First published in 2009, Military Friendly(R) Schools is the most comprehensive, powerful resource for veterans today. Each year, the list of Military Friendly(R) Schools is provided to service members and their families, helping them select the best college, university, or trade school to more PR

Good Mental Health Critical to Readiness (10)

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Air Force's Eglin Air Force Base issued the following news: By Peter Holstein Air Force Surgeon General Public Affairs Mental health is a critical part of every Airman's medical readiness. Although many service members worry that seeking mental health care will negatively effect their career, the opposite is usually true. With early identification and the right treatment by a medical professional, most mental health issues get better quickly without more PR

Gordon Gee Selected As Fall Commencement Speaker (10)

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Nov. 21 -- Cleveland State University issued the following news release: Gordon Gee, former president of the Ohio State University, has been selected as Cleveland State University's 2017 fall commencement speaker. Gee, currently the president of West Virginia University, will discuss the continued importance of higher education to societal and economic development as well as the ways universities need to transform to meet the needs of the 21st century student. He will also rece more PR

Gov. Brown Announces Appointments (10)

SACRAMENTO, California, Nov. 22 -- Gov. Edmund G. Brown Jr., D-California, issued the following news release: Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced the following appointments: C. Michael Cooney, 73, of Santa Barbara, has been reappointed to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, where he has served since 2011. Cooney has been a partner at the Investment Group of Santa Barbara since 1997. He was a partner at Price Postel and Parma from 1969 to 1997. Cooney has served as a me more PR

Gov. Dayton Appoints Joanna Dornfeld to Serve As Chief of Staff (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Nov. 21 -- Gov. Mark Dayton, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: Governor Mark Dayton and Lt. Governor Tina Smith announced today that Joanna Dornfeld will serve as their new Chief of Staff. Ms. Dornfeld, who currently serves as Deputy Chief of Staff for Legislative Affairs, will replace outgoing Chief of Staff Jaime Tincher. Ms. Tincher today was appointed by Mayor-Elect Melvin Carter to serve as Deputy Mayor for the City of Saint Paul. Joanna Dornfeld brings more PR

Gov. Fallin Appoints Langston University Vice President to OJA Board (10)

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Nov. 22 -- Gov. Mary Fallin, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news release: Governor Mary Fallin today announced she has appointed Mautra S. Jones to the Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) Board of Directors. She fills the seat vacated by Scott Williams, who tendered his resignation as a member of the OJA governing board in September. Jones serves as vice president for institutional advancement and external affairs for Langston University. She also serves as executive di more PR

Gov. Fallin Takes Steps to Bring More Efficiency to State Government (10)

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Nov. 22 -- Gov. Mary Fallin, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news release: Governor Mary Fallin today took steps to address bringing more efficiency in state spending, as was listed in her recent special legislative session call. The governor issued two separate executive orders dealing with the administrative costs consolidation of college campuses and public school districts. A third order calls on agencies to stop spending state money on swag and unnecessary promo more PR

Gov. Rick Snyder Creates New Council to Improve Michigan's Response to Emerging State and Local Public Health Threats (10)

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 21 -- Gov. Rick Snyder, R- Michigan, issued the following news release: To ensure the efficiency and accountability of the state's public health system, Gov. Rick Snyder today signed Executive Order 2017-10, establishing the Public Health Advisory Council (PHAC). The governor also announced the appointments of 18 of the council's 20 members. The council, which was recommended by the Michigan Public Health Advisory Commission, initially will develop an action plan for im more PR

Gov. Ricketts Visits NE Blue Ribbon Schools (10)

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Nov. 23 -- Gov. Pete Ricketts, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: Today, Governor Pete Ricketts toured Nebraska's four 2017 Blue Ribbon schools with 2017 Miss Nebraska Allison Tietjen. "These schools are setting the standard for other teams of students, parents, teachers, and administrators who want to achieve a high level of academic excellence," said Governor Ricketts. "A great education can make all the difference in a student's success now and for a lifetime. more PR

Gov. Walker Highlights Historic K-12 Investment, Rural School Initiatives at Elmwood School District (10)

MADISON, Wisconsin, Nov. 22 -- Gov. Scott Walker, R-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: Governor Scott Walker visited Elmwood School District in Elmwood today to discuss the 2017-19 budget's historic $11.5 billion investment in K-12 education and highlight his support for efforts to increase aid for rural school districts by expanding Sparsity Aid. "Our budget increases funding for K-12 education to $11.5 billion over two years, the highest level ever in actual dollars. This increase more PR

Governor Abbott Names Chair and Appoints Nine to State Board of Dental Examiners (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 22 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following appointment: Governor Abbott has appointed Kimberly Haynes, D.M.D., David H. Yu, D.D.S., and Lois Palermo to the State Board of Dental Examiners for terms set to expire on February 1, 2019. He also appointed David Tillman, D.D.S., Robert McNeill, D.D.S., and Margo Y. Melchor, MEd., Ed.D., for terms set to expire on February 1, 2021. Additionally, he appointed Bryan Henderson, D.D.S., Jorge Quirch, D.D.S., and Lorie L. Jon more PR

Governor Cuomo Announces Administration Appointments (10)

ALBANY, New York, Nov. 21 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced a number of new appointments to his administration. "Over the past seven years, this administration has worked hard and made great strides toward creating a stronger and more just New York for all," Governor Cuomo said. "I am proud to welcome these talented and dedicated individuals to their new roles on our team where, together, we will continue to move this more PR

Governor Cuomo Announces Completion of Over 900 Joint Counter Terrorism Exercises in New York State (10)

ALBANY, New York, Nov. 22 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Office of Counter Terrorism completed more than 900 "Operation Safeguard" counter terrorism exercises in 2017 at businesses and organizations across the state to test their suspicious activity reporting programs and counter terrorism plans. This represents a 31 percent increase in the numbe more PR

Governor Cuomo Launches New Fentanyl Public Awareness Campaign (10)

ALBANY, New York, Nov. 22 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced a new public awareness campaign on the fentanyl crisis impacting communities across New York State. The campaign consists of ads and information cards warning New Yorkers about the dangers of fentanyl, providing safety tips on prevention, and offering guidance on how to safely respond to a fentanyl overdose. The campaign comes on the heels of the Governor's agg more PR

Governor Greitens Appoints Member to the State Board of Education (10)

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Nov. 22 -- Gov. Eric Greitens, R-Mo., issued the following news: Jennifer Edwards was appointed to the State Board of Education. Edwards, of Springfield, is the President and Co-Founder of Decoding Dyslexia Missouri. She is a founding board member of the Springfield Center for Dyslexia and Learning. Edwards earned her bachelor's degree in international business management from Missouri State University. She released the following statement: "I applied to be on the Bo more PR

Governor McAuliffe Announces Initial Findings and Recommendations Report of the Virginia Smart Communities Working Group (10)

RICHMOND, Virginia, Nov. 21 -- Gov. Terry McAuliffe, D-Va., issued the following news release: Governor Terry McAuliffe today announced the release of the Initial Findings and Recommendations Report of the Virginia Smart Communities Working Group (VASC). This report is in response to Executive Directive 13 which created the working group to develop a strategy positioning Virginia as a leader in Smart Communities. "I greatly appreciate the hard work of the Virginia Smart Communities Working Gro more PR

Governor Wolf Proposes 'Computer Science for All' Standards for PA Schools (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 21 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news: Last week, on behalf of Governor Tom Wolf, the Pennsylvania Department of Education highlighted the importance of making computer science education available to all students in the commonwealth during a State Board of Education meeting and Governor Wolf and the department are urging them to endorse 'Computer Science for All' standards. "Over the next decade, seven in ten new jobs in Pennsyl more PR

Governor Wolf Tours Western Pennsylvania Laborers' Education and Training Center (10)

SAXONBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 21 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news: Governor Wolf today toured the Western Pennsylvania Laborers' Education and Training Center to highlight the importance of workforce training and careers in construction. "These laborers are receiving the proper training and certifications to perform their jobs, and using technology to make themselves even more of an asset to the contractors who rely on them to complete jobs effectively, efficiently, more PR

Governor Wolf Visits Appvion Spring Mill, Highlighting the Importance of Apprenticeships in Rural Areas (10)

ROARING SPRING, Pennsylvania, Nov. 21 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news: Today, Governor Tom Wolf visited Appvion Spring Mill to meet with employees and apprentices to learn about the 151-year-old plant and to highlight the importance of workforce training and job creation as it pertains to rural Pennsylvania. "Appvion's long history of growth and innovation in manufacturing paper products, and as a fixture in rural Blair County, emphasizes the impact of a company tha more PR

Governor Wolf's Middle Class Task Force Stops in Montgomery County (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 21 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news: Completing a statewide tour to hear from workers and businesses, Governor Tom Wolf's Middle Class Task Force met in Montgomery County today. The task force is hearing from workers, businesses, educators and workforce development experts about issues that are important to the middle class. "Through this task force, I want to hear from Pennsylvania's middle class families about what they need and how w more PR

Governor's EMS Award Winners Announced at 38th Annual Virginia EMS Symposium (10)

RICHMOND, Virginia, Nov. 21 -- The Virginia Department of Health issued the following news release: The 2017 Governor's Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Award winners were announced recently at the 38th Annual Governor's EMS Awards Ceremony in Norfolk, Virginia. Governor Terry McAuliffe recognized 11 outstanding EMS providers and organizations from across the Commonwealth for their demonstrated level of excellence and dedication to the EMS system. The awards are presented in conjunction with t more PR

Grabowski Named Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (10)

BUFFALO, New York, Nov. 22 -- The State University of New York's Buffalo campus issued the following news release: Rodney M. Grabowski, a highly accomplished fundraising executive with more than 25 years of experience, has been named vice president for philanthropy and alumni engagement at the University at Buffalo. Grabowski's appointment, announced today by UB President Satish K. Tripathi, followed a national search and is effective Dec. 4. "We are thrilled to welcome Rod Grabowski to our u more PR

Greenberg Traurig's 'The Meltones' Wins 4th Consecutive Title As Law Rocks NYC Champs (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 20 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: For the fourth consecutive year, the house band of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, The Meltones, won the annual Law Rocks NYC battle of the bands, held Thursday, Nov. 2 at the Gramercy Theatre in New York City. Now in its fifth year (fourth in New York City), Law Rocks promotes music education for underprivileged youth. In support of Greenberg Traurig attorney Kenneth Zuckerbrot, The Meltones played more PR

Greenville Zoo Receives Grant From Association of Zoos & Aquariums (10)

GREENVILLE, South Carolina, Nov. 23 -- The city of Greenville issued the following news release: The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) has awarded the Greenville Zoo a 2017-2018 Nature Play Begins at Your Zoo & Aquarium grant for the zoo's Nature Play Head Start Extension program. Supported by the Disney Conservation Fund, these competitive grants, selected through a rigorous review by a panel of industry experts, are presented annually to accredited zoos and aquariums to encourage family more PR

Groups Call VA BRAC Bill 'A Grave Threat to the Survival' of VA (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The American Federation of Government Employees issued the following news release: In response to H.R. 4243, the "Veterans Affairs Asset and Infrastructure Review Act of 2017," 22 labor organizations co-signed a letter delivered to Congress on Monday urging members to reject the bill. The organizations - led by the American Federation of Government Employees - represent veterans in both government and the private sector, and warned representatives of the "grave threat to more PR

GSMA and Mobile World Capital Barcelona Announce New Sponsors and Venue for YoMo at Mobile World Congress 2018 (10)

LONDON, England, Nov. 23 -- The Groupe Speciale Mobile Association issued the following news release: The GSMA and the Mobile World Capital Barcelona today announced that the Youth Mobile Festival Barcelona (YoMo Barcelona) will take place Tuesday, 27 February through Friday, 2 March 2018 at La Farga L'Hospitalet, and will feature a media day on Wednesday, 28 February. Now in its second year, YoMo Barcelona will once again inspire future generations to pursue education and careers in science, t more PR

Gwinnett Technical College Seeks Artwork From Students K-12 for Design Competition (10)

GWINNETT - NORTH FULTON, Georgia, Nov. 21 -- Gwinnett Technical College issued the following news: Gwinnett Technical College and the State of Georgia is encouraging students grades K-12 to submit original works of art depicting the importance of manufacturing to their lives and communities. The competition is part of many exciting activities planned for Georgia's 2018 Manufacturing Appreciation Week, an annual event hosted by the State recognizing the contribution of manufacturing to Georgia's more PR

Hartwick's Chernyak to Present Next Faculty Lecture (10)

ONEONTA, New York, Nov. 21 -- Hartwick College issued the following news: Hartwick College Visiting Professor of Sociology Dr. Elena Chernyak will present "Intimate Partner Violence in The Former Soviet Union Societies: Risk Markers and Protective Factors," the next installment of the 2017-18 Faculty Lecture Series. The event will take place Wednesday, November 29 at 12:20 p.m. in Eaton Lounge, Bresee Hall, on the College campus. The lecture is free and open to the public. Light refreshments wi more PR

Harvard Law School in the House of Representatives (10)

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Nov. 21 -- Harvard Law School issued the following news: The tradition of HLS graduates in the House of Representatives goes back to the mid-19th century, beginning when John Gardner Abbot 1832 and Ebenezer Rockwood Hoar 1839 represented Massachusetts in the 44th and 43rd Congresses. As part of Harvard Law School's bicentennial summit on Oct. 27, five graduates currently or formerly in the House, gathered for a panel discussion centered on social media and the polarize more PR

Harvesting the Sun for Power and Produce - Agrophotovoltaics Increases the Land Use Efficiency by Over 60 Percent (10)

FREIBURG, Germany, Nov. 24 -- The Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems issued the following news release: Until now, acreage was designated for either photovoltaics or photosynthesis, that is, to generate electricity or grow crops. An agrophotovoltaics (APV) pilot project near Lake Constance, however, has now demonstrated that both uses are compatible. Dual use of land is resource efficient, reduces competition for land and additionally opens up a new source of income for farmers. For more PR

Hastings College Opens Russian Learning Center (10)

HASTINGS, Nebraska, Nov. 22 -- Hastings College issued the following news release: Hastings College opened a Pushkin Institute for Russian Language and Culture in McCormick Hall on Tuesday, November 14. The Pushkin Institute is part of a global brand of international academic learning centers sponsored by the Russian Ministry of Education and overseen by partners at Moscow State University and Pyatigorsk State University. Hastings College's Pushkin Institute is the first American center connec more PR

Health Affairs Issues 17 Research Articles in November 2017 Edition (10)

BETHESDA, Maryland, Nov. 22 -- Health Affairs, a peer-reviewed journal from Project HOPE, published 17 research articles on the following topics in its November 2017 edition: 1) Lower-Income Countries That Face The Most Rapid Shift In Noncommunicable Disease Burden Are Also The Least Prepared. Coauthors: Thomas J. Bollyky, Tara Templin, Matthew Cohen, and Joseph L. Dieleman 2) Trends In The Alignment And Harmonization Of Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, And Child Health Funding, 2008-13. Coaut more PR

Health Department Expands Public Education About the Opioid Overdose Epidemic; Launches 'Living Proof' Campaign Featuring New Yorkers Recovering From Opioid Addiction (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 23 -- The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene issued the following news release: As part of HealingNYC, today the Health Department announced an additional $3 million to expand public education about the opioid overdose epidemic and the effectiveness and availability of medication for opioid addiction treatment and preventing overdose in New York City. In total, the City has allocated $4.3 million in Fiscal Year 2018 (July 1, 2017 - June 30, 2018) in public educ more PR

Health Professionals Applaud Ontario's Decision to Fund Devices for People With Diabetic Foot Ulcers (10)

TORONTO, Ontario, Nov. 23 -- The Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario issued the following news release: Relief is on the way for thousands of people with diabetic foot ulcers and limb amputations after Ontario announced it will provide funding for devices designed to ease their suffering. Health Minister Eric Hoskins announced Wednesday that his ministry will provide $8 million over three years to fund three different types of pressure relieving foot casts, also known as offloading devic more PR

HHS Issues Broad Agency Announcement for Medical Countermeasures R&D (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response issued a Broad Agency Announcement for the advanced research and development of medical countermeasures for chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear agents, pandemic influenza and emerging infectious diseases that threaten the U.S. civilian population. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, townshi more ST

HNA Group Launches Global Partnership With the World Food Programme to Support Syrians in Need (10)

BEIJING, China, Nov. 20 -- The United Nations World Food Programme issued the following news release: A US$5 million global partnership to provide life-saving food assistance to Syrians in need has been announced by HNA Group and the World Food Programme (WFP). The contribution from the Chinese conglomerate will enable WFP to support vulnerable Syrians in Syria, Turkey, Lebanon and Jordan over a three-year period. An agreement confirming the partnership between HNA Group and WFP was signed tod more PR

Honorary Degree to Be Awarded to Research Midwife Catherine Winter (10)

CAMBRIDGE, England, Nov. 25 -- The University of the West of England-Bristol issued the following news release: Catherine Winter is to be awarded the Honorary Degree of Doctor of Science by the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) in recognition of her contribution to service and education in leading and championing multi-professional education for maternity services that promotes maternal safety at a national and international level. Catherine completed her nursing training at the more PR

Honoring a Presidential Legacy (10)

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Army Reserve Command issued the following news: By Zachary Mott 88th Readiness Division James Abram Garfield was only president for 200 days in the post-Civil War United States, however, he left behind a life filled with service that was honored during a ceremony at his Cleveland memorial Nov. 18 which coincides with what would have been his 186th birthday. "We remember what an extraordinary man President Garfield was and his service to education, the mil more PR

Honors Student Wins Top Poster Award (10)

MOBILE, Alabama, Nov. 21 -- University of South Alabama issued the following news release: Monica Sai Pasala won the best poster award at the recent National Collegiate Honors Council conference in Atlanta. Pasala is a junior biomedical sciences major from Birmingham who is also in USA's Honors College. "It was a humbling and unique experience to present my poster at the conference," Pasala said. "I also enjoyed interacting and receiving feedback from students and faculty. I was also able to r more PR

House Energy Committee Receives Letter From Innovation Performance Technologies (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The House Energy and Commerce Committee issued the following document for the record: Representative Richard Hudson 429 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Dear Congressman Hudson, After a life time of hard work working for others, we begin a new journey of the American Dream to start our own business. The foundation of most small manufacturing business is in a word: innovation. U.S. patents always name an individual, for even these United States recogni more PR

House Financial Services Committee Issues Report on Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 26 -- The House Financial Services Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 115-420) on legislation (H.R. 3072) to increase from $10,000,000,000 to $50,000,000,000 the threshold figure at which regulated depository institutions are subject to direct examination and reporting requirements of the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection. The report was advanced by Rep. Jeb Hensarling, R-Texas, on Nov. 21. Excerpts of the report follow: Purpose and Summary Introduced by Representa more ST

How Can Washington Offer More Career Options to Students? Part of the Answer Can Be Found in Switzerland (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, Nov. 22 -- Gov. Jay Inslee, D-Washington, issued the following news release: "We have to stop telling our kids that a four-year degree is the only way to start their paths to success. Most of them will require education and training after high school, but that doesn't necessarily mean they have to start with a four-year college degree." Those were Gov. Jay Inslee's words in May when he launched his Career Connect Washington initiative and announced his goal of connecting 1 more PR

How to Get Patients to Share Electronic Health Records (10)

BUFFALO, New York, Nov. 21 -- The State University of New York's Buffalo campus issued the following news release: Education is the key to getting patients to share their medical records electronically with health care providers, according to a new study from the University at Buffalo School of Management. Published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research (September 2017), the study found that while patient education has typically focused on the benefits of electronic records, privacy conc more PR

HP Inc Names Hamilton to Applied Research Network (10)

CLINTON, New York, Nov. 23 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: In announcing the expansion of its applied research network on campuses "to explore the most effective and impactful use cases in virtual reality, augmented reality and 3D printing," HP Inc, named Hamilton College among a group of "elite colleges and universities" as a participant in the program. The news was released on Nov. 1 at the EDUCAUSE 2017 Annual Conference in Philadelphia. According to the HP release, "Our Camp more PR

HSBC Issues World's First Corporate Sustainable Development Bond (10)

LONDON, England, Nov. 24 -- HSBC issued the following news release: HSBC has launched a new type of sustainable bond based on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs). This is the first time that a private sector entity has issued a benchmark-size bond of this type and reflects the Group's commitment to financing projects that benefit communities and the environment. Recent research commissioned by HSBC shows that 68 percent of global investors intend to increase their low-car more PR

HUD Issues Statement at 2017 Combined Federal Campaign Kickoff Event (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development issued the text of the following speech by Secretary Ben Carson at the 2017 Combined Federal Campaign Kickoff event: "Thank you for that kind introduction. It's a pleasure to join you for our own HUD kickoff of the 2017 Combined Federal Campaign on this special "show some love" day! "I want to acknowledge and thank the entire campaign team at HUD. You are the heart and spirit of this effort! Your enthusiastic grassroot more PR

HUD Issues Statement at Commercial Real Estate Finance Council Annual Meeting (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development issued the following statement by Secretary Ben Carson at the Commercial Real Estate Finance Council Annual Meeting: "Hello! It's a pleasure to be here. "I'd like to thank everyone at the Commercial Real Estate Finance Council, especially your Chairman, Mark Zytko and all the talented people who helped organize this annual meeting. "I'd also like to recognize the all-stars who are joining us for this discussion, The H more PR

HUD Issues Statement at Housing America's Families Forum (10)

DETROIT, Michigan, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development issued the following statement by Secretary Ben Carson at the J. Ronald Terwilliger Foundation Housing America's Families Forum: "Thanks for that warm introduction. "I'd also like to thank everyone at the Terwilliger Foundation, especially your namesake and founder, Ron Terwilliger, and all the organizers of this great event, for inviting me to speak to you today. "We're joined by one of my predecessors at HUD, more PR

I'm Hornet From President Allison Garrett (10)

EMPORIA, Kansas, Nov. 22 -- Emporia State University issued the following news: Congratulations to Samanatha "Sam" Neill (BSE 2002 English), an English language arts teacher at Buhler High School, who was named the 2018 Kansas Teacher of the Year on November 18, during a special ceremony in Wichita. A total of four ESU alumni were honored at the banquet. Jamie D. Manhart (BSE 1993 English), Angela R. Powers (BSE 2000 English; MS 2005 Curriculum & Instruction; MS 2008 Instructional Design & Tech more PR

ICC Supports Christian Family That Fled From Forced Conversion in Pakistan (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- International Christian Concern issued the following news release: In 2014, Tahir and his family had to flee their home in Punjab, Pakistan after his two daughters were forcefully converted at their school. Every morning, the teacher would ask the girls to sing an Islamic song to open the school day. One day, an imam witnessed the singing, declared that the girls had converted to Islam, and threatened to take the girls away from their Christian parents to be raised in a M more PR

ICE Welcomes Commitment to Investment in Infrastructure From Government in the Autumn Budget (10)

LONDON, England, Nov. 23 -- The Institution of Civil Engineers issued the following news release: The Chancellor's announcement of GBP170 million for the Construction Sector Deal, as part of the Industrial Strategy Challenge, alongside a commitment to make off-site construction the delivery mechanism of choice for Department for Education, Department of Health, Ministry of Justice and Ministry of Defence, means that the UK's construction industry will be able to: * Significantly increase the u more PR

Idaho Falls Man Sentenced to Seven Years for Accessing With Intent to View Child Pornography (10)

POCATELLO, Idaho, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Attorney for the District of Idaho, Bart M. Davis, issued the following news release: Thomas Wayne Anderson, 57, of Idaho Falls, Idaho, was sentenced yesterday in United States District Court to 84 months in federal prison, to be followed by eight years of supervised release, for accessing with intent to view child pornography, U.S. Attorney Bart M. Davis announced. Chief U.S. District Judge B. Lynn Winmill also ordered Anderson to pay $1,340.75 in restitut more PR

IDDBA's What's in Store 2018 is Now Available (10)

MADISON, Wisconsin, Nov. 22 -- The International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association issued the following news release: What's in Store 2018, the latest edition of the annual trends publication of the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA), and What's in Store Online, a collection of more than 150 downloadable graphs and tables, as well as white papers, are now available. With over 30 years of credible reporting, What's in Store is an essential dairy-deli-supermarket foodservice-bakery-c more PR

IHEP Welcomes Five New Members to Board of Directors (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The Institute for Higher Education Policy issued the following news release: The Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) today announced the appointment of five new members to its Board of Directors. IHEP welcomes Kristin Conklin, founding partner of HCM Strategists; Laura Cronin, senior associate at Booz Allen Hamilton; Jose Luis Cruz, president of Herbert H. Lehman College of The City University of New York; Jacob Fraire, president and chief executive officer of th more PR

IKEA and CPSC Reissue Recall of MALM Dresser Due to Tip-Over Hazard (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The Consumer Federation of America issued the following news release: Today, after an initial recall in June 28, 2016 that followed a yearlong education campaign, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and IKEA re-announced the recall of MALM and other dressers. In their press release announcing the reissue of the recall, the CPSC urged consumers to obtain a refund or a repair for these dressers. "Sadly, we know the tragic consequences of inadequate communica more PR

IMA Brings Religious Diversity to AF Chaplain Team (10)

BUCKLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Colorado, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Reserve Personnel Center issued the following news: By Senior Master Sgt. Timm Huffman Headquarters Individual Reservist Readiness and Integration Organization Reserve Citizen Airman 1st Lt. Brett Campbell became one of the Air Force's newest chaplains when he graduated chaplain school in late September. Campbell, who is assigned as an Individual Mobilization Augmentee at the 460th Space Wing chapel at Buckley Air Force Bas more PR

IMA Brings Religious Diversity to Air Force Chaplain Team (10)

BUCKLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Colorado, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news: By Senior Master Sgt. Timm Huffman Headquarters Individual Reservist Readiness and Integration Organization Reserve 1st Lt. Brett Campbell became one of the Air Force's newest chaplains when he graduated chaplain school in September 2017. Campbell, an Individual Mobilization Augmentee at the 460th Space Wing chapel at Buckley Air Force Base, Colorado, is the first, and only, Buddhist chaplain in the Ai more PR

IMF Issues Statement on Lagarde's Conclusion of Visit to Jamaica (10)

KINGSTON, Jamaica, Nov. 21 -- The International Monetary Fund issued the following statement by Managing Director Christine Lagarde at the conclusion of her visit to Jamaica. "It has been a pleasure visiting Jamaica, my second visit as Managing Director. I had the privilege to meet with Caribbean Prime Ministers, Finance Ministers, Central Bank Governors, private sector representatives, and international organizations who gathered in Kingston for the IMF's sixth High Level Caribbean Forum, orga more PR

In Pakistan, Empowering Midwives to Empower Women (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 21 -- The United Nations Population Fund issued the following news: Aashu Tresa, 32, remembers when becoming a mother was a life-or-death proposition. When she was growing up, no one in her rural village, Misree Kolhi, gave birth under the care of a trained health worker. "Unskilled, untrained birth attendants were doing deliveries in our community. Some of the newborns died and some of the women had infections during deliveries," she recounted. Even now, the journey to motherh more PR

Inclusive Classroom Practices Linked to Higher-Order Thinking and Gains During College, Survey Finds (10)

BLOOMINGTON, Indiana, Nov. 22 -- Indiana University issued the following news release: Students in courses with more inclusive practices reported greater learning and engagement, according to new survey results released by the National Survey of Student Engagement. About three in five college students said their courses emphasized sharing their own perspectives and experiences or respecting the expression of diverse ideas, while only half said their courses emphasized learning about other cult more PR

Independent Review Finds Title IX Policy Compliant, Reflects Commitment (10)

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 21 -- Michigan State University issued the following news release: Michigan State University's Title IX policies are compliant with all federal legal requirements and reflect a strong and genuine commitment to combatting sexual misconduct, according to an external report released today by a Kansas City law firm. The report, commissioned by MSU President Lou Anna K. Simon in the spring and prepared by Husch Blackwell, said MSU's policies and procedures are among the more PR

Independent Schools Welcome the ALP's Commitment to Education Choice (10)

QUEENSLAND, Australia, Nov. 23 -- Independent Schools Queensland issued the following news release: Independent Schools Queensland (ISQ) today welcomed the Australian Labor Party's (ALP) commitments to provide extra infrastructure funding for independent school communities and to maintain existing stable recurrent funding arrangements for the sector. In a response letter to the independent schooling sector's election priorities, Education Minister Kate Jones confirmed that a re-elected ALP gov more PR

India's Clean Energy Push Could Create New Jobs and Reduce Poverty (10)

NEW DELHI, India, Nov. 23 -- World Resources Institute issued the following news release: India's push to generate 160 gigawatts of wind and solar power by 2022 will improve energy security, enhance energy access and help mitigate climate change. A new World Resources Institute (WRI) report Can Renewable Energy Jobs Help Reduce Poverty in India? finds that India's clean energy initiatives can also help address poverty in rural communities by providing steady incomes, healthcare benefits and ski more PR

Indiana Survey Fails in Its Attempt to Inform School Choice Policy Discussions (10)

BOULDER, Colorado, Nov. 20 -- The National Education Policy Center issued the following news release: Why Indiana Parents Choose: A Cross-Sector Survey of Parents' Views in a Robust School Choice Environment, authored by Andrew D. Catt and Evan Rhinesmith and published by EdChoice, presents results from a survey of K-12 parents within and across the public and private sectors. Jeanne Powers, Professor at Arizona State University, reviewed the report and found significant problems with both the more PR

Institute of Directors Issues Statement on Chancellor's Budget (10)

LONDON, England, Nov. 22 -- The Institute of Directors issued the following statement by Director General Stephen Martin: "The Chancellor dipped his toe in the water with this Budget, but failed to make a splash with business. Next year's Budget is too close to point of Brexit to make a difference, so this was his last chance to give business the boost it desperately needs. With an unpredictable future looming, it was absolutely essential that businesses be given the confidence and incentive to more PR

Intelsat and TV Catarina Bring Premier Regional Programming to Brazil Via the Newest Video Neighborhood, Intelsat 14 (10)

LUXEMBOURG, Nov. 21 -- Intelsat issued the following news release: Intelsat S.A. (NYSE: I), operator of the world's first Globalized Network and leader in integrated satellite communications, announced that Brazilian regional television broadcaster, TV Catarina, is the latest television programmer to join Intelsat 14, the company's new video neighborhood covering the Latin America region. Under the previously announced multi-year agreement, TV Catarina will use C-band satellite services on Int more PR

Interior Seeks Solid Waste Management Services in Flandreau, South Dakota (10)

ABERDEEN, South Dakota, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs has issued a solicitation (140A0118Q0005) for solid waste management services for the Bureau of Indian Education, Flandreau Indian School in Flandreau, South Dakota. Response Date: Dec. 4, 2017; Set Aside: Total Small Business; Classification Code: S - Utilities and housekeeping services; NAICS Code: 562 - Waste Management and Remediation Services/562111 - Solid Waste Collection. more CTR

International Educators Group Recognizes UW's Shepherd (10)

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Nov. 20 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Ruth Shepherd, assistant director of the University of Wyoming's Education Abroad Office, was recognized for her outstanding contributions to the field of international education at a recent conference of NAFSA: Association of International Educators in Denver. The Bruce Tracy Award is given to a NAFSA member in Region 2 whose professional and personal contributions to the field of international education more PR

International Journal of Pharmacy Practice Issues Seven Research Articles in December 2017 Edition (10)

MALDEN, Massachusetts, Nov. 23 -- The International Journal of Pharmacy Practice, a peer-reviewed journal from the Royal Pharmaceutical Society, published seven research articles on the following topics in its December 2017 edition: 1) Pharmacist-industry relationships (pages 401-410). Coauthors: Keene Saavedra, Bonnie O'Connor and Adriane Fugh-Berman 2) Factors influencing the degree of physician-pharmacist collaboration within Iraqi public healthcare settings (pages 411-417). Coauthors: Ali more PR

IOC Launches Olympic Brand Campaign 'Become The Light' (10)

LAUSANNE, Switzerland, Nov. 21 -- The International Olympic Committee issued the following news release: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has launched a new integrated brand campaign, "Become The Light", that aims to promote the Olympic values of excellence, friendship and respect. The campaign uses "light" as the symbolic representation of the Olympic values. Through a series of public service announcements, the campaign demonstrates how the inspirational achievements of athletes and more PR

IPS Approves New Contract That Includes Raises for Teachers (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 22 -- Indianapolis Public Schools issued the following information: The Indianapolis Public Schools Board of School Commissioners unanimously approved a new collective bargaining agreement with the Indianapolis Education Association (IEA) during the Agenda Review Session on Nov. 16. The approved contract for the 2017-18 school year means the district's more than 2,100 teachers will receive a raise. Highlights of the agreement: * Teachers (including those at the to more PR

ISACA Partners With Wapack Labs Bringing Even More Offerings to Members (10)

ROLLING MEADOWS, Illinois, Nov. 22 -- The Information Systems Audit and Control Association issued the following news release: Joining the benefits available in the ISACA Member Advantage program at no additional cost is access to cyber security content from Wapack Labs, a cyber intelligence and threat analysis company that provides early warning and threat detection services worldwide. Wapack is known for their cyber threat intelligence solutions, that are both informational and timely, provi more PR

ISACA's 2017 Asia Pacific CACS Conference Puts Focus on Future of IT Audit and Cyber Resilience (10)

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 22 -- The Information Systems Audit and Control Association issued the following news release: Global technology association ISACA will bring experts to this year's 2017 Asia Pacific CACS conference for IT audit, risk, cyber security and governance professionals from around the world. Taking place at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai 29-30 November, the conference will offer more than 40 sessions in four educational tracks - IS Audit & Assurance, GRC, Securi more PR

It's Time to End the Hidden Tax on Student Loan Borrowers (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators issued the following news release: Following the recent release of the House and Senate Republican tax bills, many are discussing the implications that the proposals moving through Congress could have on higher education. But, outside the tax code, there's a hidden tax many college students face that isn't getting any airtime: student loan origination fees. As the National Association of Student Financial A more PR

Ithaca College President Participates in National Meeting on Inclusion and Free Speech (10)

ITHACA, New York, Nov. 23 -- Ithaca College issued the following news release: Ithaca College President Shirley M. Collado recently participated in an event centered around two pressing issues in higher education today: inclusion and free expression. Sponsored by the American Council on Education, the invitation-only meeting took place on Oct. 25 at Boston University, and was the first in a series tackling the tension that sometimes exists between campus inclusion and free speech. It was atten more PR

IUPUI Center for Study of Religion and American Culture Lands $1.15 Million Lilly Endowment Grant (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 21 -- Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis issued the following news release: There can be a sense of isolation for young professors teaching classes about religion in North America. They come out of graduate programs having spent plenty of time with peers and then begin their careers at small colleges or universities as the school's sole instructor on the subject. Their professional outlook, and maybe even their personal well-being, would be greatly en more PR

IWP Launches Doctor of Statecraft and National Security Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The Institute of World Politics issued the following news release: In January 2018, IWP will offer its first doctoral degree program: a Doctor of Statecraft and National Security (DSNS). The DSNS, which is analogous to a DBA (Doctor of Business Administration), is tailored towards national security professionals as opposed to those who wish to pursue a teaching career. It is the only program of its kind in the United States. "This professional doctorate is a logical ext more PR

James Douglas Overbey Sworn in As U.S. Attorney for Eastern District of Tennessee (10)

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Tennessee, James Douglas Overbey, issued the following news release: On Tuesday, November 21, 2017, James Douglas Overbey was administered the oath of office to become U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Tennessee, by the Honorable Thomas A Varlan, Chief United States District Judge. Overbey was nominated by President Donald J. Trump and confirmed by the United States Senate to serve in this position. "I am d more PR

Janssen Submits Application to U.S. FDA to Expand Indication for DARZALEX (Daratumumab) Combination Therapy for Patients With Newly Diagnosed Multiple Myeloma Who are Transplant Ineligible (10)

RARITAN, New Jersey, Nov. 22 -- Johnson and Johnson issued the following news release: Janssen Biotech, Inc. today announced that it has submitted a supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for DARZALEX(R) (daratumumab). This application seeks to expand the current indication, using DARZALEX in combination with bortezomib (a proteasome inhibitor [PI]), melphalan and prednisone for the treatment of patients with newly diagnosed multiple mye more PR

Jayne Schiff Inducted Into the American College of Financial Services Alumni Hall of Fame (10)

BRYN MAWR, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- The American College of Financial Services issued the following news release: On November 17, 2017, Jayne Nemerow Schiff, MSFS, CLU(R), ChFC(R), REBC(R), CAP(R), ChHC(R), MPS, was inducted into The American College of Financial Services Alumni Hall of Fame in recognition of her exceptional professionalism and dedication to The College and its educational mission. The induction ceremony took place during a luncheon celebration at the prestigious Pyramid Club P more PR

JCC to Hold Nursing Information Session on Dec. 11 (10)

JEFFERSON, New York, Nov. 21 -- The State University of New York's Jefferson Community College issued the following news release: Jefferson Community College (JCC) will hold a nursing information session for prospective students on Monday, December 11, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. in Room 5-105, David G. Gregor Building. Attendees will learn about revised pre-requisite coursework, admission requirements, the College application process, financial aid, mentoring and tutoring services and more. Jefferson i more PR

Jed Morey and Dr. Patrick M. O'Shaughnessy Win FCA's Hero of the Month Award (10)

MINEOLA, New York, Nov. 22 -- Family and Children's Association issued the following news release: Family & Children's Association (FCA), a leading human services nonprofit on Long Island, is proud to award Jed Morey, President, Morey Publishing and Dr. Patrick M. O'Shaughnessy, Executive VP for Medical Affairs & Chief Medical Officer, Catholic Health Services of Long Island, as November's Heroes of the Month. FCA's Hero of the Month award is presented to FCA supporters that go above and beyond more PR

Jefferson Lab Scientist Selected to Receive Francis Slack Award (10)

NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia, Nov. 22 -- The Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility's Jefferson Lab issued the following news release: Dr. Hari Areti, has been selected to receive the Francis G. Slack Award, established by the Southeastern Section of the American Physical Society, to honor excellence in service to Physics in the Southeastern U.S. Areti, a senior scientist at Jefferson Lab and professor at Old Dominion's Center for Accelerator Sciences, is being recognized not only for the adv more PR

Jeffrey B. Johnson of Hope Chemistry Faculty Elected AAAS Fellow (10)

HOLLAND, Michigan, Nov. 23 -- Hope College issued the following news release: Dr. Jeffrey B. Johnson of the Hope College chemistry faculty has been elected a Fellow of the prestigious American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). Election as an AAAS Fellow is an honor bestowed upon AAAS members by their peers because of their scientifically or socially distinguished efforts to advance science or its applications. Johnson was chosen for engaging undergraduate researchers in advanc more PR

Jericho Road, D'Youville Team Up for Medical Mission Trip to Democratic Republic of Congo (10)

BUFFALO, New York, Nov. 22 -- D'Youville College issued the following news: Over the past two decades, Jericho Road Community Health Center, headquartered on Buffalo's West Side, has opened its doors to countless patients from diverse backgrounds. Many are longtime residents of the city; others are recent arrivals from places as far away as Burma, Sierra Leone, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. A few years ago, inspired by their clinical work with Congolese refugees, Dr. Myron Glick, Chief more PR

John Deere Foundation Earns U.S. Chamber Corporate Citizens Award (10)

MOLINE, Illinois, Nov. 22 -- Deere & Co., a manufacturer of agricultural, construction, forestry machinery and diesel engines, issued the following news release: The John Deere Foundation has earned the Citizens Award for Best Community Improvement Program from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Corporate Citizenship Center. The awards were announced last night in Washington D.C. Deere was recognized for its work with PYXERA Global to develop the Joint Initiative for Village Advancement. more PR

Jordan '57 Returning to DePauw to Address Class of 2018 at Commencement (10)

GREENCASTLE, Indiana, Nov. 25 -- DePauw University issued the following news: Vernon E. Jordan Jr. -- the civil rights legend, attorney and 1957 graduate of DePauw University -- who Newsweek calls "a veteran dealmaker and one of the nation's most prominent African-Americans" -- will return to his alma mater to deliver the commencement address to DePauw's Class of 2018. The University's 179th Commencement will take place on Sunday, May 20, in Holton Memorial Quadrangle. Student government leade more PR

Journal of Dairy Science Celebrates 100 Years of Progress (10)

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Nov. 25 -- The Journal of Dairy Science, the journal of the American Dairy Science Association, issued the following news release: The first issue of the Journal of Dairy Science (JDS) was published in 1917. Since that first issue, the journal has published almost 30,000 articles and 200,000 pages. In the process, the work published in the journal has made a broad and invaluable contribution to our scientific knowledge and to the production of a safe and affordable f more PR

Kaiser Permanente Researchers Reduce Antibiotic Prescriptions Through Physician Education and Intervention (10)

PASADENA, California, Nov. 22 -- Kaiser Permanente issued the following news release: Physicians at Kaiser Permanente in Southern California reduced the odds of prescribing an antibiotic for sinusitis by 22 percent using computer alerts to inform doctors when antibiotics may not be the best course of treatment. The research was published today in the American Journal of Managed Care. The work is a continuation of research to better understand what drives over-prescription of antibiotics and d more PR

Kansas Democratic Party Issues Statement on GOP Tax Plan (10)

TOPEKA, Kansas, Nov. 22 -- The Kansas Democratic Party issued the following statement in response to the Kansas State House delegation voting with the rest of House Republicans to pass the GOP tax plan: "Rep. Yoder and his House Republican colleagues voted last week to increase taxes on Kansas' middle-class families - and provide massive giveaways to billionaires and wealthy corporations. No matter what they've said before about helping all Americans, House Republicans like Rep. Yoder are throw more PR

Kawasaki Lends Critical Support to Northwest Students, Programs (10)

MARYVILLE, Missouri, Nov. 21 -- Northwest Missouri State University issued the following news release: Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corporation and its Maryville facility have helped drive the region's economy for nearly 30 years as the county's largest employer. Now the company is lending its support to help power dreams and opportunities for Northwest Missouri State University students. "Kawasaki is a proud supporter of educational programs and is pleased to work with Northwest Missouri Sta more PR

Keele University Launches the Children and Young People's Research Network (10)

STAFFORDSHIRE, England, Nov. 21 -- Keele University issued the following news release: Researchers at Keele University are coming together with external partners to create a research network to explore issues impacting children and young people. Launched on Universal Children's Day, the Research Network will bring together academics from Keele University's School of Psychology with colleagues from Staffordshire University and partners from external organisations such as schools, businesses, an more PR

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Seeks Architect-Engineer Services (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has issued a solicitation (33310517R0020) for architect-engineer services for its Memorial Design and Development Program. The solicitation states: "The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has built a reputation as one of the paramount performing arts centers in the nation. While the spirit and ideals often ascribed to our 35th president are embodied within the mission and the daily operations of the Center, mem more CTR

Kentucky Army National Guard Seeks On Site Lodging Rooms, Meal Services in Burlington (10)

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Nov. 22 -- The Kentucky Army National Guard has issued a solicitation (W912KZ18T0001) for on-site lodging and meal services in support of the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and High Yield Explosive (CBRNE) Enhanced Response Force Package (CERFP) training in Burlington, Kentucky. Response Date: Dec. 19, 2017; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 611 - Educational Services/611519 - Other Technical and Trade Schools. more CTR

Kentucky FFA Members Excel at National Convention (10)

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Nov. 22 -- The Kentucky Department of Education issued the following news release: Kentucky FFA members and advisers won numerous awards at the 90th Annual FFA Convention, held Oct. 25-28 in Indianapolis. More than 67,000 FFA members, advisers and guests attended the convention, which is the largest youth organization gathering in the United States. Gracie Furnish, a Harrison County FFA member, was elected national eastern region vice president. Furnish, along with five ot more PR

Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research Center Reaccredited as Pan Pacific Safe Communities Support Center (10)

ITASCA, Illinois, Nov. 22 -- The National Safety Council issued the following news release: The National Safety Council and Safe Communities America congratulate the Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research Center (KIPRC) on its reaccreditation as a Pan Pacific Safe Communities Support Center (PPSCN). KIPRC's work has resulted in injury prevention being prioritized and promoted at the local level. Reaccreditation as a PPSCN Support Center confirms KIPRC's commitment to the six pillars of PPSCN: more PR

Kentucky National Guard on the Forefront of Cutting Edge Medical and Behavioral Health Technology (10)

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Nov. 22 -- The Kentucky National Guard issued the following news: Earlier this year, Gov. Matt Bevin appointed four professionals to the Kentucky Telehealth Board, including Capt. Timothy Olsen, Kentucky Army National Guard director of psychological health. He will represent health professionals and serve for a term expiring in 2020. "This is an exciting opportunity to support the wellbeing of both our Soldiers and all the citizens of the Commonwealth," said Olsen. The Te more PR

Kentucky Student Among 2017 National School Bus Safety Poster Contest Winners (10)

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Nov. 23 -- The Kentucky Department of Education issued the following news release: Madisyn Kelley, an 8th-grade student at Campbell County Middle School in Alexandria, is the first place winner in the 6-8 grade division in the 2017 National School Bus Safety Poster Contest. Her artwork depicts the theme, "My Driver - My Safety Hero," which also will be the theme of next year's National School Bus Safety Week, Oct. 15-19, 2018. The National School Bus Safety Poster Contest more PR

Kenyan College Delegation Visits VIU Trades Programs (10)

NANAIMO, British Columbia, Nov. 24 -- Vancouver Island University issued the following news: Faculty and staff from Kisii National Polytechnic in western Kenya got a whirlwind tour of Vancouver Island University's (VIU's) trades programs last week. Five faculty and staff members from Kisii spent a week observing various VIU trades programs. The delegation was here as part of a partnership between the two institutions to develop a more hands-on curriculum for Kisii's building trades programs th more PR

King County Partners With Ballmer Group to Expand Access to Outpatient Mental Health and Addiction Treatment (10)

PROSSER, Washington, Nov. 21 -- King County Executive Dow Constantine issued the following news release: As many as 22,000 low-income people in King County will be eligible for same-day outpatient treatment for mental health and addiction services under an innovative new program announced today by King County, Ballmer Group and Third Sector Capital Partners, a San Francisco-based nonprofit advisory firm that collaborates with communities on how to contract for social services. The "Pay for Suc more PR

KU Ranked As No. 5 Best School in the Country for Veterans (10)

LAWRENCE, Kansas, Nov. 22 -- The University of Kansas issued the following news: The University of Kansas has earned a top-five ranking in the Military Times Best: Colleges 2018 rankings, formerly known as Best for Vets. The school jumped five spots from its No. 10 rankings in 2016 and 2017. Released Nov. 20, the rankings factor in the results of Military Times' annual survey, the most comprehensive school-by-school assessment of veteran and military student services and rates of academic ach more PR

La Salle University Director of Nurse Anesthesia Michael Kost, DNP, CRNA, Recognized by the Nightingale Awards of Pennsylvania (10)

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- La Salle University issued the following news release: Michael Kost, DNP, CRNA, Director of the Nurse Anesthesia Program at La Salle University's School of Nursing and Health Sciences was recognized by the Nightingale Awards of Pennsylvania for excellence in nursing in the category of Doctorate of Nursing Practice. The Nightingale Awards of Pennsylvania is a statewide, non-profit foundation created to help recruit and retain nursing professionals. Finalist more PR

Labor Department Seeks Operation, Management of Sacramento Job Corps Center (10)

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment Training Administration has issued a solicitation (1630J6-18-N-00001) for services for the operation and management of the Sacramento Job Corps Center to include outreach and admission and career transition services. Response Date: Nov. 24, 2017; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 611 - Educational Services/611519 - Other Technical and Trade Schools. more CTR

Labor Department Seeks VETS Transition Assistance Program Support (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management has issued a solicitation (1605DC-18-R-00003) for support services for the Veterans Employment and Training Service (VETS) Transition Assistance Program. Response Date: Dec. 11, 2017; Set Aside: Total Small Business; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 541 - Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services/541611 - Administrative Management an more CTR

Lake County to Be Featured in the Florida Association of Counties 2018 Calendar (10)

TAVARES, Florida, Nov. 22 -- Lake County issued the following news release: The Florida Association of Counties (FAC) announced the county photos selected for the 2018 FAC Calendar: Bodies of Water, with Lake County being featured as November 2018. The photo, depicting a paddle trip on Lake Norris hosted by Lake County Parks & Trails and the Lake County Water Authority, was taken by Lake County Communications Multimedia Content Coordinator Bryan Baquiran. "It is exciting that Lake County is on more PR

Lambda Legal Brings Together 40 Other LGBT Organizations to Oppose Nomination of Gregory Katsas to Powerful D.C. Circuit, Citing 'Prolific' Anti-LGBT Legal Work (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Lambda Legal issued the following news release: Today, Lambda Legal and 40 other national, state, and local LGBT organizations sent a letter to the United States Senate urging members to oppose the confirmation of Gregory Katsas to the U.S. Federal Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, citing his central role in the anti-civil rights efforts of the Donald Trump administration, including "morphing the trans military ban from tweet to policy," as well as his record outside more PR

Lambda Legal Issues Statement on Federal Bench Nominees (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Lambda Legal issued the following statement by Director of Strategy Sharon McGowan on federal bench nominees: * * * Today, Lambda Legal joined the NAACP Legal Defense & Education Fund in calling on the Senate Judiciary Committee to hold additional hearings on two district court nominees: Brett Talley, nominee for the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Alabama, and Thomas Farr, nominee for the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina. Tal more PR

Lao Must Make Child Protection Core Issue to Combat Sexual Exploitation, UN Expert Urges (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Nov. 21 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release: Lao has made good progress on child protection but must do more to tackle a range of problems including child trafficking, forced marriage, prostitution, online sexual abuse, and sexual exploitation by travellers, a UN human rights expert has concluded after visiting the country. "I am pleased to see that Lao has taken a number of positive steps, such as incorporating international stan more PR

Law and Order Committee Votes Down Intergovernmental Contracts With the Federal Government Citing the Need for More Funding for Detention Services (10)

WINDOW ROCK, Arizona, Nov. 22 -- The Navajo Nation Council, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: On Monday, the Law and Order Committee issued a "do not pass" recommendation for Legislation No. 0455-17 and Legislation No. 0456-17, which seek to approve and authorize the renewal contracts and annual funding agreements between the Navajo Nation and the U.S. Department of the Interior for adult and juvenile detention services beginning Jan. 1, 2018 to De more PR

Learning Gardens Bring Schools to Life (10)

OSHAWA, Ontario, Nov. 25 -- The University of Ontario Institute of Technology issued the following news release: To many, a garden is simply a patch of ground, full of soil, used for growing plants. But as a natural place to cultivate and generate new life, gardens metaphorically express something far beyond their physical purpose. From a pure learning standpoint, gardens provide a bounty of educational opportunities. They encourage young people to find out more about agriculture and food prod more PR

Leaving Certificate Retention Rates Highest in History - Minister Bruton (10)

DUBLIN, Ireland, Nov. 21 -- The Ireland Department of Education and Skills issued the following news release: Minister Bruton will today publish a report by the Department of Education and Skills on school retention in Ireland which show that Ireland's Leaving Certificate and Junior Certificate school completion rates are among the highest in Europe. The results of the analysis show particularly significant improvements in retention rates in schools in the DEIS (Delivering Equality of Opportu more PR

Lemon Lecture to Feature Animal Science Expert Temple Grandin (10)

MARYVILLE, Missouri, Nov. 21 -- Northwest Missouri State University issued the following news release: Dr. Temple Grandin, a professor of animal science at Colorado State University who has established herself as a pioneer and globally recognized authority for improving the welfare and handling of farm animals, will deliver Northwest Missouri State University's 2017-18 James H. Lemon Lecture. The lecture, which is free and open to the public, is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15, in th more PR

Lendlease Achieves World Leadership at Brisbane Showgrounds (10)

BRISBANE, Australia, Nov. 25 -- Lendlease, a property and infrastructure company, issued the following news release: The $2.9 billion redevelopment of the Brisbane Showgrounds has received the highest rating for master-planned precincts in Australia, demonstrating 'World Leadership' by achieving a 6 Star Green Star - Communities v1 certified rating from the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA). The Brisbane Showgrounds regeneration was assessed for its sustainability performances across more PR

Lendlease to Partner With University of Melbourne on New Innovation Precinct (10)

MELBOURNE, Australia, Nov. 20 -- Lendlease, a property and infrastructure company, issued the following news release: Lendlease, together with its project partners, has signed a contract with the University of Melbourne to deliver Australia's new leading innovation precinct in Carlton, Melbourne. The former site of the Royal Women's Hospital, on the corner of Swanston and Grattan streets, will be redeveloped into a place where industry, researchers, students, government and the community can c more PR

Leona Tate Foundation Celebrates Louisiana Public School Desegregation U.S. Marshals Eastern District of Louisiana Reflects on Agency's Historical Role (10)

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's U.S. Marshals Service issued the following news release: The Leona Tate Foundation and U.S. Marshals Eastern District of Louisiana celebrated the annual anniversary of public school desegration in New Orleans with a commemorative ceremony at the Lower Ninth Ward Living Museum on Nov. 18. The McDonogh Three - Leona Tate, Tessie Prevost, and Gail Etienne - were the first African-American students to attend a previously all-white more PR

Leonard Cheshire Issues Statement on Budget (10)

LONDON, Nov. 22 -- Leonard Cheshire issued the following statement by Chief Executive Neil Heslop in response to budget statement: "There is precious little in the budget that will improve the lives of disabled people or reduce their fears for the future. "Many disabled people and their families are at breaking point, denied the support they need to live independently, or locked out of opportunities. This budget will leave many of them feeling they have again been ignored. "Social care is in more PR

Leonard Cheshire Services to Support 500 Children With Disabilities Get School Place in Amolatar, Uganda (10)

LONDON, England, Nov. 25 -- Leonard Cheshire issued the following news release: Five hundred children with disabilities will get a primary school education in Amolatar, Uganda thanks to a new grant for the international charity. The award of nearly $800,000 dollars over three years from Dubai Cares will enable Leonard Cheshire Services Uganda to run an inclusive education project in the Amolatar District of the country. Amolatar has a higher prevalence of children with disabilities than other more PR

Lexia Learning Systems Assigned Patent for System for Performing Assessment Without Testing (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 25 -- Lexia Learning Systems, Concord, Massachusetts, has been assigned a patent (9,824,603) developed by three co-inventors for a "system for performing assessment without testing." The co-inventors are Elizabeth Crawford Brooke, Somerville, Massachusetts, Yaacov Petscher, Tallahassee, Florida, and Christopher Schatschneider, Tallahassee, Florida. The abstract states: "A system for educational assessment without testing is provided that includes one or more client systems more PT

Life Lion Replica Lands Just in Time for the Holidays (10)

HERSHEY, Pennsylvania, Nov. 21 -- Penn State Health issued the following news: People across central Pennsylvania now have a chance to purchase their very own Penn State Life Lion EMS helicopter - or at least a scale model replica of the famous blue and white aircraft that brings hope to the skies of central Pennsylvania. The limited-edition, die-cast model went on sale today. The model is a replica of a new helicopter set to join the Life Lion fleet in mid-December. It features an authentic L more PR

Local Food Service Innovators Featured on WCSU Entrepreneurial Panel (10)

DANBURY, Connecticut, Nov. 22 -- Western Connecticut State University issued the following news release: Owners of three local entrepreneurial businesses whose innovative startups in the fiercely competitive food service field are poised to survive and prosper will offer insights into strategies for success in a panel discussion on Monday, Nov. 13, 2017, at Western Connecticut State University. "The Entrepreneurial Arc," a WCSU series of programs showcasing local entrepreneurs, will present th more PR

Local Leaders Argue for More Secure Maritime Space (10)

BRUSSELS, Brazil, Nov. 22 -- The European Committee of the Regions issued of news release: On 20 November the Commission for Natural Resources (NAT) set out the local and regional point of view on consumer policy, blue economy in the western Mediterranean, the future of CAP after 2020 and food waste. The following is a summary of the different topics that were discussed during the meeting in Brussels. A debate on sustainable blue economy and ocean governance with Karmenu Vella, Commissioner fo more PR

Lt. Gov. Smith, Department of Employment & Economic Development Announce $26 Million for 39 Broadband Projects Across Greater Minnesota (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Nov. 22 -- Gov. Mark Dayton, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: Lt. Governor Tina Smith and the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) today announced the 2017 Border-to-Border Broadband Grant recipients. The grants total $26 million for 39 broadband infrastructure projects that will provide 9,973 households, 2,169 businesses, and 60 community institutions across Minnesota access to reliable, affordable high-speed internet. The funding, which more PR

M&T Bank Employee Campaign for United Way of Buffalo and Erie County Tops $1 Million (10)

BUFFALO, New York, Nov. 22 -- M&T Bank, a financial holding company, issued the following news release: The United Way of Buffalo and Erie County ("UWBEC") will receive $1,007,833 from M&T Bank and its employees to support charitable organizations across the community, marking the first time the company's annual campaign has cracked the $1 million mark. "The results of this United Way campaign will have a very real and direct impact on Western New York, thanks to the efforts of all our employe more PR

Macomb Area Educators Invited to Share Feedback Dec. 1 at WIU (10)

MACOMB, Illinois, Nov. 23 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: Western Illinois University seeks area educators and administrators to share their feedback during a 4 p.m meeting Friday, Dec. 1 in the University Union Sandburg Lounge. According to Joseph Rives, WIU vice president for Quad Cities and planning, all area educators are invited to attend the session, which will offer attendees an overview on programs within Western's College of Education and Human Servic more PR

Mahan Invites Locals to Attend #Meetwithmahan Listening Tour (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 22 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: State Rep. Kevin Mahan (R-Hartford City) will host a listening tour to gather feedback from local Hoosiers before the start of the upcoming legislative session. The listening tour will be on Wednesday, Nov. 29, with stops in Gas City, Hartford City, Marion and Royerton. For a complete list of locations, visit www.in.gov/h31. "Since becoming the state representative for our area, my top priority more PR

MALDEF Denounces Trump Administration Decision to End Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Refugees (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, Nov. 22 -- The Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund issued the following news release: Thomas A. Saenz, president and general counsel of MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund), issued the following statement today in response to the Trump Administration's announcement that it will end temporary protected status (TPS) for refugees displaced by a devastating 2010 earthquake in Haiti: "Yesterday's announcement of the termination in July more PR

Man Sentenced to Twenty Years in Federal Prison for Production of Child Pornography (10)

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Nov. 21 -- The Acting U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland, Stephen M. Schenning, issued the following news release: On November 15, 2017, United States District Judge Richard D. Bennett sentenced Russell Todd O'Bannon, age 52, of Dundalk, Maryland, to 20 years in prison, followed by a lifetime of supervised release for production of child pornography. Judge Bennett ordered that, upon his release from prison, O'Bannon must register as a sex offender in the place where more PR

Marc Morial, National Urban League President & CEO, to Address Bowie State Commencement (10)

BOWIE, Maryland, Nov. 23 -- Bowie State University issued the following news release: Marc H. Morial, president and CEO of the nation's largest civil rights organization, the National Urban League, will address about 380 Bowie State University graduates and their families at the winter commencement. The ceremony is set to take place Friday, December 15, 2017, at 10 a.m. at Bowie State's Leonidas S. James Physical Education Complex. One of Bowie State's oldest living alumni, Helen Neal, 88, of more PR

Marine Corps Seeks Threat Training Services for Jacksonville, North Carolina (10)

CAMP LEJEUNE, North Carolina, Nov. 24 -- The U.S. Marine Corps has issued a solicitation (M6700118Q1020) for threat training services in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Response Date: Nov. 29, 2017; Set Aside: Total Small Business; Classification Code: U - Education & training servidces; NAICS Code: 611 - Educational Services/611519 - Other Technical and Trade Schools. more CTR

Marisa Weinstein of Pittsfield, Maine, Named Recipient of the 2017 George N. Parks Award (10)

RESTON, Virginia, Nov. 22 -- The National Association for Music Education issued the following news release: The National Association for Music Education (NAfME) announced that Marisa Weinstein, Director of Bands at Warsaw Middle School in Pittsfield, Maine, is the recipient of the 2017 George N. Parks Award for Leadership in Music Education. Marisa received the award during the Opening Ceremony at the Bands of America Grand National Championships in Indianapolis on Saturday, November 11, 2017. more PR

Marquette University to Host Conference on Social-Emotional Learning in K-12 Education (10)

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, Nov. 23 -- Marquette University issued the following news release: Andre Perry of the Brookings Institution and Chester E. Finn, Jr., of the Thomas B. Fordham Institute will be among the featured guests at a conference, "What K-12 Students Need: Striking a Balance Between Social-Emotional and Academic Learning," on Wednesday, Nov. 29, at 8:15 a.m. in the Lubar Center at Marquette University's Eckstein Hall. The need to address students' social-emotional needs is receiving more PR

Maryland Insurance Administration Produces Consumer Publications in Korean and Spanish (10)

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Nov. 22 -- The Maryland Insurance Administration issued the following news release: As part of the state's Customer Service Promise, the Maryland Insurance Administration (MIA) had several of its consumer education publications translated into Korean and Spanish. The agency can also provide translation services in languages other than Korean and Spanish for Marylanders whose first language is not English. "The Maryland Insurance Administration is committed to providing val more PR

Maryland PSC to Hold Three Public Hearings for Delmarva Rate Request (10)

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Nov. 21 -- The Maryland Public Service Commission issued the following news release: The Maryland Public Service Commission will hold three public hearings on a request by the Delmarva Power and Light Company to increase its electric distribution rates by $21.6 million (an increase of $2.60--or 1.8 percent-- a month for the typical residential customer). Delmarva provides electricity to 204,000 customers in 10 counties in Maryland, primarily on the Eastern Shore. In its a more PR

Maternal & Child Health Journal Issues 15 Research Articles in December 2017 Edition (10)

CHAM, Switzerland, Nov. 21 -- The Maternal and Child Health Journal, a peer-reviewed journal from Springer International Publishing, published 15 research articles on the following topics in its December 2017 edition: 1) Examining Early Childhood Health Outcomes of Children Born Late Preterm in Urban Manitoba. Coauthors: Leah K. Crockett, Marni D. Brownell, Maureen I. Heaman... (Pages 2141-2148) 2) State-by-State Variation in the Number of Children and Young Adults in Nursing Homes, 2005-2012. more PR

Math Instructor Honored With Prestigious Award at National Conference (10)

COON RAPIDS, Minnesota, Nov. 22 -- Anoka-Ramsey Community College issued the following news release: Anoka-Ramsey Community College was well-represented at the 43rd American Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges (AMATYC) Annual Conference in November, with one instructor receiving a prestigious award for his efforts to organize the conference. The national mathematics conference was held Nov. 9 - 12, 2017, in San Diego, Calif., with the theme "Have a Prime Time." Instructor Keven Dockt more PR

Mathematics Made Simple: Partnership Between National Museum of Science, Technology in Milan, Leonardo Establishes Interactive Exposition (10)

MILAN, Italy, Nov. 20 -- Leonardo, an industrial company, integrated and concentrated on the key sectors of aerospace, defence and security, issued the following news release: If man did not know about math, he would not rise a single foot off the ground, Galileo Galilei said a few centuries ago. In the new interactive Mathematics Lab, developed by the National Museum of Science and Technology in Milan in partnership with Leonardo, the phrase of the famous scientist takes on additional signific more PR

Maxwell Seeks Integrated EFMP Care (10)

MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala., Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force's 42nd Air Base Wing issued the following news: By Phil Berube Maxwell Public Affairs Maxwell leaders are taking steps to make sure that military family members with special needs are getting the best comprehensive support they need and deserve. Commanders have a mechanism in place that will integrate the different aspects of the Exceptional Family Member Program at Maxwell. They established "EFMP Champion," where experts from each more PR

Mayor Bill De Blasio Announces Appointment of Edna Wells Handy As Acting NYCHA Chief Compliance Officer (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 21 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced the appointment of Edna Wells Handy to The New York City Housing Authority's Executive Compliance Department as Acting Chief Compliance Officer. Handy will begin full-time in December. Handy currently serves as legal Counsel to the NYPD Commissioner, and previously served as Commissioner of the City's Department of Citywide Administrative Services. She grew up in New York more PR

Mayor to Businesses: Help Me Create a World-Leading Skills System (10)

LONDON, England, Nov. 25 -- The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, issued the following news release: The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, today outlined his ambition to make the capital's skills and adult education system the envy of the world. His draft Skills and Adult Education Strategy - which has been published for consultation - is a call for ideas to London's businesses, of all sizes and sectors, to help shape the future of the capital's skills offer by outlining what they need and what they can more PR

Mayor Walsh, Boston Public Schools Launch Alumni Engagement Campaign (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Nov. 21 -- Boston Public Schools issued the following news: Mayor Martin J. Walsh and Boston Public Schools (BPS) today launched the first-ever Boston Public Schools Alumni Engagement Campaign, aimed at connecting former BPS students of all ages with networking and volunteering opportunities, as well as resources to assist them with their careers and families. "Boston Public Schools alumni are in our community, and across the country, achieving and succeeding every day," more PR

Medical-Care Collaboration Links UH and Okinawa Over Five Decades (10)

MANOA, Hawaii, Nov. 23 -- The University of Hawaii's Manoa campus issued the following news release: A unique program established 50 years ago at the John A. Burns School of Medicine at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa has annually sent 10 medical students and physicians from Hawaiʻi to Okinawa, resulting in a center of medical-care excellence recognized throughout Japan based on American-style medical training. Nine of the 10 local participants in the UH Postgraduate Medical more PR

Medicine Faculty Showcase Demonstrates Outward Looking Focus on Partnerships (10)

SYDNEY, Australia, Nov. 22 -- The University of New South Wales issued the following news release: UNSW Medicine provided an outward demonstration of one aspect of the faculty's response to the 2025 Strategy. UNSW Sydney was the first major university to establish a presence in south-western Sydney in 1989 and has since committed to the region through a significant presence, including the development of a $10 million dedicated teaching campus and research space as part of Liverpool Hospital. more PR

Metro Atlanta Hits All-Time Record Job High in October (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 25 -- The Georgia Department of Labor issued the following news release: State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler said today that metro Atlanta hit an all-time record in October for the total number of jobs. The 29-county metro area preliminarily posted 2,774,000 jobs in October, up by 19,700 from a revised 2,754,300 in September. The previous record high was a revised 2,759,500 recorded in June. While the labor force and number of employed residents declined in October, ot more PR

Michelin and Tire Industry Association Scholarship Application Period is Now Open (10)

BOWIE, Maryland, Nov. 21 -- The Tire Industry Association issued the following news release: The Tire Industry Association (TIA), a leader in tire safety, is pleased to announce that the application period for the 2018-2019 Michelin/TIA Scholarship is now open. The Michelin/TIA will award a total of $6,250 in new scholarships to selected students. One $3,000 award (a total of four years not to exceed $12,000) and two $1,625 awards (a total of four years not to exceed $6,500 each). The award wil more PR

Migrant Information Day in Ireland Focused on Facilitating Integration (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Nov. 25 -- The International Organization for Migration issued the following news release: IOM, the UN Migration Agency, this week (21/11) organized a Migrant Information Day event in collaboration with the New Communities Partnership (NCP), a migrant-led umbrella organization in Ireland. Held at the Dublin headquarters of the Irish Human Rights Equality Commission, the event was attended by David Stanton TD, Minister of State for Justice at the Department of Justice and E more PR

MILITARY $90,900 Federal Contract Awarded to Basco Groupo (10)

VANCE AFB, Oklahoma, Nov. 21 -- Basco Groupo LLC, Colorado Springs, Colorado, won a $90,900 federal contract from the U.S. Air Education and Training Command for the repair of roof at maintenance hangar. The place of performance will be in Enid, Oklahoma. more CTR

Military Times Ranks Stockton Among Best for Veterans (10)

POMONA, New Jersey, Nov. 22 -- Richard Stockton College issued the following news: Stockton University is ranked 16th in the nation in providing services to veterans according to the Military Times Best: Colleges 2018 ranking released Monday. Formerly known as Best for Vets: Colleges, this year's ranking includes 218 colleges and universities. In announcing the rankings, Military Times said they were more competitive than ever this year, with a record number of schools participating in the ri more PR

Milligan Welcomes Dale Clayton to Board of Trustees (10)

MILLIGAN, Tennessee, Nov. 23 -- Milligan College issued the following news release: Milligan College welcomes a new appointment to its Board of Trustees, alum Dale Clayton ('73) of Antioch, Tennessee. He was elected at the board's biannual meeting in October. In addition to a long and successful career coaching basketball in the region, Clayton currently serves as the vice president of coaches ministry for the Nations of Coaches, an organization that uses a values-driven approach to invest in more PR

Minister Bruton Leads Education, Investment and Innovation Mission to the Republic of Korea and Vietnam (10)

DUBLIN, Ireland, Nov. 21 -- The Ireland Department of Education and Skills issued the following news release: Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton T.D. Minister of Education and Skills will lead a six-day Enterprise Ireland education mission to the Republic of Korea (20-23 November) and Vietnam (23-25 November 2017). This is the Minister's second major trade and education mission as Minister for Education and Skills. It will be his 31st major trade and investment mission since hi more PR

Minister Bruton Makes Two New Appointments to the Board of the Higher Education Authority (HEA) (10)

DUBLIN, Ireland, Nov. 22 -- The Ireland Department of Education and Skills issued the following news release: Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton, TD, today announced the appointment of two new members to the Board of the Higher Education Authority (HEA). Following a public recruitment process run by the Public Appointments Service and consultation with the Chair of the HEA, the Minister is pleased to appoint two academic Members to the HEA Board: Dr Ronan Lyons and Dr Deirdre L more PR

Minister Finian McGrath Announces Euros4.5m Fund to Reform Disability Services (10)

DUBLIN, Ireland, Nov. 25 -- The Ireland Department of Health issued the following news release: Minister of State with special responsibility for Disabilities, Finian McGrath TD, today announced a Euros4.5m fund to support the reform of disability services. The Minister said, "This Government's objective is to deliver disability services that are person -centred, putting those who need supports at the centre of all our activities. The objective of this fund is to put people with disabilities a more PR

Minister Flanagan Introduces the Judicial Council Bill in Seanad Eireann (10)

DUBLIN, Ireland, Nov. 23 -- The Ireland Department of Justice and Equality issued the following news release: Today (Wednesday, 22nd November), the Minister for Justice and Equality, Charlie Flanagan, T.D., introduced the Judicial Council Bill 2017 into the Seanad for second stage debate. The Minister stated: "this Bill has been long awaited and is an important reforming measure insofar as the structures which support our judiciary are concerned. Through the establishment of a Judicial Counci more PR

Missileer Takes Inspiration From Grandfather's Service (10)

F.E. WARREN AIR FORCE BASE, Wyoming, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Air Force 90th Missile Wing issued the following news: By Airman 1st Class Abbigayle Wagner 90th Missile Wing Public Affairs Airmen often join the Air Force to participate in a legacy of service in their family. One missileer's choice to serve was inspired by his grandfather's courageous acts during the Vietnam War. "My service is honoring a family that has made a lot sacrifices for me growing up," said 1st Lt. Alexander Tran, 320th Mi more PR

Mission Critical Partners Announces November Webinar 'Preparing for the PSAP of the Future' (10)

STATE COLLEGE, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- Mission Critical Partners, a provider of technical, operational and strategic planning consulting services, issued the following news release: Mission Critical Partners (MCP) is excited to announce our next live webinar where we will discuss preparing public safety answering points (PSAPs) and public safety leaders for the changing emergency communications environment. MCP November Live Webinar Date: Wednesday, November 29 at 2:00 p.m. EST Topic: Prepa more PR

Missouri National Education Association Issues Statement on Commissioner of Education (10)

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Nov. 22 -- The Missouri National Education Association issued the following statement by President Charles E. Smith as the State Board of Education voted to retain Margie Vandeven as the Commissioner of Education: "The State Board of Education's vote to retain Dr. Margie Vandeven should end the unnecessary chaos created by Gov. Greitens. As educators, we are deeply committed to the success of every student. The revolving door of appointments has created uncertainty for more PR

Missouri S&T Geologist Named AAAS Fellow (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Missouri University of Science and Technology issued the following news release: Dr. Francisca Oboh-Ikuenobe of Missouri University of Science and Technology has been named a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) for her contributions to the advancement of palynology ─ the study of organic-walled microfossils such as pollen and spores ─ and her outstanding efforts in educating the next generation of Earth scientists. This ye more PR

More Than 1.6 Million Americans Could Die From Drugs, Alcohol and Suicide During Next Decade - A 60 Percent Increase From Previous 10 Years (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The Trust for America's Health issued the following news release: Deaths from drugs, alcohol and suicide could account for 1.6 million fatalities over the coming decade (2016 to 2025) according to a new report, Pain in the Nation: The Drug, Alcohol and Suicide Epidemics and the Need for a National Resilience Strategy, released today by the Trust for America's Health (TFAH) and Well Being Trust (WBT). This would represent a 60 percent increase compared to the past decade, more PR

More Than 15,000 Chicago Students Finish Fall Season of Innovative Elementary Sports Program (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Nov. 21 -- Chicago Public Schools issued the following news release: More than 15,000 Chicago Public School elementary students from 280 schools dedicated their fall weekends to volleyball, cross country and soccer competitions as part of the CPS SCORE! fall sports season, nearly doubling the number of students who participated in last winter's inaugural season. As participation in CPS SCORE! continues to climb, the district has established new partnerships and programs, such more PR

More Than 200 Attendees Join Wolf Administration in Nanticoke for First Cabinet in Your Community Event (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news: Today, Wolf Administration Cabinet officials were joined by more than 200 attendees for the first Cabinet in Your Community event held at Luzerne County Community College. "I am excited that so many members of the community came out to hear from and ask questions of our cabinet officials today," said Governor Tom Wolf. "It's important that we continue to have this type of valuable dialogue all across more PR

More Than 200 Attendees Join Wolf Administration in Nanticoke for First Cabinet in Your Community Event (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news: Today, Wolf Administration cabinet officials were joined by more than 200 attendees for the first Cabinet in Your Community event held at Luzerne County Community College. "I am excited that so many members of the community came out to hear from and ask questions of our cabinet officials today," said Governor Tom Wolf. "It's important that we continue to have this type of valuable dialogue more PR

More Than 25 Million Americans Are Starting or Running New Businesses (10)

BABSON PARK, Massachusetts, Nov. 22 -- Babson College issued the following news: During the past two years, more than 25 million Americans were starting or running new businesses in the United States--according to the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) 2016 United States Report (pdf) released today by Babson College. Additionally, more than half of Americans see good opportunities around them for starting a business. Unique to this GEM report is a city-level analysis of entrepreneurship in more PR

Most Nursing Home Residents Eligible for Palliative Care (10)

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Nov. 20 -- The University of California's San Francisco campus issued the following news release: Nearly 70 percent of nursing home residents are eligible for palliative care, but do not receive any corresponding support to provide relief from their symptoms and improve their quality of life, according to a study by researchers at UC San Francisco. In a survey of 228 residents of three northern California nursing homes between January and May 2015, UCSF researchers f more PR

Motivated by Mint: Bryan Drew Travels World to Collect Plants, Extract DNA (10)

KEARNEY, Nebraska, Nov. 19 -- The University of Nebraska-Kearney issued the following news: Those aromatic plants that brighten mojitos, tabbouleh and chewing gum, comprise one of the largest families of plants in the world. The mint family, known by its scientific name Lamiaceae, has about 7,000 members; they are found on all continents except Antarctica. And they often are found in exceptionally scenic areas, or maybe in your backyard garden. This widespread abundance of Lamiaceae is a big r more PR

MSU Library Part of Statewide Consortium Designed to Provide Better Services, Save Resources (10)

BOZEMAN, Montana, Nov. 22 -- Montana State University issued the following news: A newly formed consortium of higher education academic libraries in Montana is designed to provide better services to users statewide while avoiding costs that libraries would pay in contracts negotiated individually. The Montana State University Library is one of the consortium's members. The Treasure State Academic Information and Library Services - or TRAILS - consortium currently has 24 member institutions in more PR

MSU Offers New Individual Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program (10)

BOZEMAN, Montana, Nov. 21 -- Montana State University issued the following news: While pursuing a master's degree in exercise and nutrition sciences from Montana State University, student Stephanie Wilson researched inflammation in humans' gut microbiome. By examining the microbial composition of individuals who have high levels of inflammation, she worked to determine whether certain metabolites affect inflammation levels. Wilson wanted to continue her research in a doctoral program at MSU. H more PR

MSU Releases Television Commercial About Rural Education (10)

BOZEMAN, Montana, Nov. 21 -- Montana State University issued the following news: Montana State University will debut its latest television commercial on Saturday, Nov. 18, highlighting MSU's efforts to address the need for teachers in Montana's rural schools. The ad tells the story of MSU student Mary Hillerman, who is pursuing a career as a teacher in order to give back to Helmville, the small community that enriched her own life, according to Julie Kipfer, director of marketing and creative more PR

MU Provost Appoints College of Arts and Science Dean (10)

COLUMBIA, Missouri, Nov. 21 -- The University of Missouri issued the following news release: University of Missouri Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor Garnett S. Stokes announced today that Patricia Okker, professor of English and interim dean of the College of Arts and Science, has been named dean of the College of Arts and Science, effective immediately. "Dr. Okker emerged from a strong pool of finalists as the clear choice of faculty, staff, and campus leaders inside and outside of the c more PR

MUW Honors Vandergriffs With Plaza Naming (10)

COLUMBUS, Mississippi, Nov. 21 -- Mississippi University for Women issued the following news release: A career in caring is honored with the naming of the Bill and Jo-Ann Vandergriff Plaza on the campus of Mississippi University Women. The campus community recently gathered outside the south entrance of Martin Hall to honor W alumni Jo-Ann Vandergriff and her husband, Bill Vandergriff. The plaza was dedicated for their efforts in establishing an endowed scholarship for the school of nursing. more PR

Myanmar: Rohingya Trapped in Dehumanising Apartheid Regime (10)

LONDON, England, Nov. 22 -- Amnesty International issued the following news release: The Rohingya people in Myanmar are trapped in a vicious system of state-sponsored, institutionalised discrimination that amounts to apartheid, said Amnesty International today as it publishes a major new analysis into the root causes of the current crisis in Rakhine State. "Caged without a roof" puts into context the recent wave of violence in Myanmar, when the security forces killed Rohingya people, torched w more PR

National Association of Schoolmasters Union of Women Teachers Issues Statement on Budget (10)

BIRMINGHAM, England, Nov. 23 -- The National Association of Schoolmasters Union of Women Teachers issued the following statement by General Secretary Chris Keates on the budget: "In the Budget, the Chancellor had the opportunity to provide a big and bold solution to the deeply damaging teacher recruitment and retention crisis affecting schools. By not addressing the key issues of teachers' pay, many more teachers will be lost to the profession and the education of children and young people will more PR

National FFA Foundation Announces Appointments to Sponsors' Board (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 22 -- The National FFA Organization issued the following news release: Since its inception in 1947, the National FFA Foundation Sponsors' Board has supported the foundation in securing funding in support of FFA and agricultural education. The group, comprised of approximately 40 top corporate executives who support the vision and mission of FFA and are interested in promoting careers in agribusiness, agriculture and food production, entrepreneurship and FFA, announce more PR

National Judges Set to Select 2017-2018 Lights, Camera, Save! Winners (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The American Bankers Association issued the following news release: The American Bankers Association Foundation has announced its Lights, Camera, Save! national judging panel, along with the list of 157 participating banks, who will hold 173 contests in 45 states through Dec. 1. Contest winners will be announced during America Saves Week 2018. The Lights, Camera, Save! video contest is a unique, bank-driven competition that encourages teens to create up to a 90-second vi more PR

National Organization for Women Issues Statement on GOP Tax Bill (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The National Organization for Women issued the following statement by President Toni Van Pelt on the GOP tax bill: "Yesterday, the House Republican leadership shamefully rammed through a tax bill, H.R.1, Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, that expands the deficit by more than $1.5 trillion over ten years, increases taxes on and eliminates important tax benefits for middle- and low-income taxpayers, raids Medicare and Medicaid to pay for tax cuts for the wealthy, undermines future fun more PR

National Stolen Generations Reparations Scheme Needed (10)

SYDNEY, Australia, Nov. 22 -- The Australian Human Rights Commission issued the following news release: The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner June Oscar AO has called for a national reparations scheme for members of the Stolen Generations. "It's been heartening to see a number of reparations schemes in states and territories around the country, but a national scheme is vital to ensuring that members of the Stolen Generations have access to financial redress for more PR

National Sustainability Organization Ranks University of Richmond As Top Performer in Diversity and Affordability (10)

RICHMOND, Virginia, Nov. 21 -- The University of Richmond issued the following news release: University of Richmond has been recognized as a top performer by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education. UR ranked fifth in the area of Diversity and Affordability in the 2017 Sustainable Campus Index, an AASHE publication that highlights top-performing colleges and universities in 17 areas and overall by institution type. The rankings are based on the Sustainability more PR

Navy Seeks Acoustic Engineering Services Master's Level Course (10)

BETHESDA, Maryland, Nov. 24 -- The U.S. Naval Sea Systems Command has issued a solicitation (1300678635) for a Master's degree level acoustic engineering courses. The agency intends to award on a sole source basis to Catholic University of America, Washington, D.C. Response Date: Dec. 6, 2017; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 611 - Educational Services/611310 - Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. more CTR

Navy Seeks Cause Map Training Services (10)

KEYPORT, Washington, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Naval Sea Systems Command has issued a solicitation (N0025318Q0029) for Cause Map training services for the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division. Response Date: Nov. 30, 2017; Set Aside: Total Small Business; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 611 - Educational Services/611430 - Professional and Management Development Training. more CTR

NAWBO National Sends Delegation of Women Entrepreneurs to Nicaragua on Opportunity International Insight Trip (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The National Association of Women Business Owners issued the following news release: The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) is sending a delegation of 5 women business owners on an Insight Trip to Nicaragua. The trip, which will commence on November 27, is part of NAWBO's international partnership with Opportunity International. The Opportunity Network is made up of 48 organizations, 39 of which are microfinance institutions (program partners) operating more PR

NEA Issues Statement on Temporary Protective Status for Hatians (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The National Education Association issued the following statement by President Lily Eskelsen Garcia in reaction to the Trump administration's decision to require up to 59,000 Haitians living in the U.S. to be forced to return to their country by ending Temporary Protective Status: "Cruel and spiteful are the only words to describe what the Trump administration plans to do to Haitian families, including thousands of our students, in yet another instance on the long list of more PR

New 6CPA Resource Hub for All Pharmacists (10)

CURTIN, Australia, Nov. 20 -- The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia issued the following news release: A new resource hub to help pharmacists implement new and expanded Sixth Community Pharmacy Agreement (6CPA) programs has been launched by the peak national body for pharmacists, the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA). Under revised rules, pharmacists providing 6CPA-funded medication adherence and management services will provide patient data to the 6CPA Program Administrator at the more PR

New Dean to Lead the College of Education at UH Mānoa (10)

MANOA, Hawaii, Nov. 23 -- The University of Hawaii's Manoa campus issued the following news release: Nathan Murata has been named dean of the College of Education (COE) at the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa, effective January 1, 2018. He is currently professor and graduate chair of the college's Department of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science (KRS). Murata earned his PhD in health, physical education, recreation and dance from Ohio State University. He obtained his master's and bache more PR

New England Organizations Honored Nationally by EPA for Reducing Food Waste Sent to Landfills (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Nov. 22 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: Two Massachusetts organizations were honored nationally by the US Environmental Protection Agency for their work keeping wasted food out of landfills and incinerators and putting it to better use. Another 24 organizations across New England received certificates recognizing their work reducing food waste as part of EPA's Food Recovery Challenge. Signature Bread in Chelsea, Mass. won the nat more PR

New Faces on Ukraine's Borders With IOM Support (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Nov. 25 -- The International Organization for Migration issued the following news release: This week, 600 newly recruited Ukrainian border guards officially started their service at Boryspil airport, Kyiv Central Railway Station and the Krakovets border-crossing point on the Ukraine-Poland border. The new staff were recruited under the New Face of the Border project implemented by the State Border Guard Service (SBGS) of Ukraine, with support from IOM, the UN Migration Agen more PR

New Global Business Class at Northeast Offers Immersive Experience (10)

NORFOLK, Nebraska, Nov. 23 -- Northeast Community College issued the following news release: A new global business class at Northeast Community College has students on both sides of the Atlantic saying "Det er for sejt" (that's so cool). The course, Global Business: A Partnership with Denmark, explores global business in collaboration with Northeast and Aarhus Business College in Aarhus, Denmark. The course introduces the concept of globalization and discusses the opportunities and challenges more PR

New Innovation and Technology Hub to Tackle the Future of Law and the Legal Profession (10)

SYDNEY, Australia, Nov. 24 -- The University of New South Wales issued the following news release: Two new strategic alliances between UNSW Sydney and each of Allens and the Law Society of New South Wales will aim to tackle some of the increasingly complex challenges presented by digital and other technological transformations and their impact on lawyers, law and the legal system. The Allens Hub for Technology, Law & Innovation will sit within UNSW Law and work closely with staff from leading more PR

New Jersey Federal Court Strikes Abortion Buffer Zone Law (10)

NEWARK, New Jersey, Nov. 26 -- Liberty Counsel issued the following news release: A New Jersey federal court struck down a City of Englewood eight-foot buffer zone that prohibits pro-life speech near abortion facilities. Applying the U.S. Supreme Court's unanimous 2014 opinion in McCullen v. Coakley, which held unconstitutional an identically worded Massachusetts buffer zone law, the New Jersey court ruled the ordinance violates the First Amendment. The decision provides fresh optimism for Lib more PR

New Legal Guide Released for Colorado LGBTQ Families (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 21 -- The Family Equality Council issued the following news: Family Equality Council and One Colorado are pleased to release a new legal guide for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) families living in Colorado. This resource provides LGBTQ-headed families and LGBTQ adults considering forming families with detailed and accessible explanations of the current status of federal and state law, including recognition of same-sex marriages, parental rights, adoption, a more PR

New Mexico Park Advocate Awarded Quivira Coalition's Radical Center Award for Conservation (10)

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Nov. 22 -- The National Parks Conservation Association issued the following news release: The Quivira Coalition awarded Ernie Atencio, New Mexico Program Manager for National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA), with the 2017 Outstanding Leadership in the Radical Center Award for Conservation on November 16th at its annual conference. The Quivira Coalition is a Santa Fe-based organization that mission is "to build resilience on western landscapes by fostering ecologi more PR

New Music Strategy for Public School Students (10)

ADELAIDE, Australia, Nov. 23 -- The University of Adelaide issued the following news release: The University of Adelaide will play a key role in the development of a state-wide strategy to support education and careers in music for South Australian public school students. The State Government has announced it will invest $5.12m over the next four years into improving the delivery of music education in public schools and providing greater pathways for students to pursue further study and career more PR

New Pathway to Degree at York University for 2 Fleming College Programs (10)

PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, Nov. 24 -- Fleming College issued the following news release: Students in two Fleming College programs have a new pathway to earn teaching degrees at York University. Eligible graduates of Fleming's Computer Engineering Technology and Graphic Design - Visual Communications advanced diploma programs can now enter directly into York's B.Ed in Technological Education program. "This exciting new pathway opportunity will address the gap in the number of educators who special more PR

New Provost Appointed to ANU (10)

CANBERRA, Australia, Nov. 20 -- The Australian National University issued the following news release: The Vice-Chancellor and President of The Australian National University (ANU), Professor Brian Schmidt AC, has announced the appointment of the new ANU Provost. One of Australia's most experienced and outstanding university leaders, Professor Mike Calford, will take up the position in March 2018. Professor Calford, who was appointed following a global search, is currently the Provost of the U more PR

New Research Training Centre to Accelerate Transformation of Australia's Automotive Industry (10)

CANBERRA, Australia, Nov. 20 -- The Australian Research Council issued the following news release: A new Australian Research Council (ARC) research Training Centre will focus on research collaboration to develop new technologies for lightweight materials and advanced manufacturing processes to assist the automotive industry to innovate, create new jobs and prosper. Senator James Paterson today officially opened the ARC Industrial Transformation Training Centre in Lightweight Automotive Structu more PR

New Statewide Billboard Campaign Tackles Drug Abuse (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 22 -- The Ohio Department of Public Safety issued the following news release: A new billboard campaign to raise public awareness about opiate abuse by encouraging public participation in drug use prevention and interdiction efforts has been launched by the Ohio Outdoor Advertising Association of Ohio in partnership with Ohio Department of Public Safety and the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. "Members of the Outdoor Advertising Association of Ohio a more PR

New Study Finds Overwhelming Support for Smokefree Public Housing (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The American Lung Association issued the following news release: Three in four adults support the policy that will make all public housing smokefree, according to a new study published November 16 in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. The study, "Attitudes Toward Smoke-Free Public Housing Among U.S. Adults, 2016" found 74 percent of adults support this new rule, including more than two in five smokers. Smokefree housing protects the lung health of residents, as more PR

New Study Finds Spelman College Makes Multi-Million-Dollar Economic Impact (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 23 -- Spelman College issued the following news release: Spelman College is a valuable economic engine in its community. A landmark study commissioned by UNCF--HBCUs Make America Strong: The Positive Economic Impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities--makes it clear, Spelman is generating substantial economic returns year after year for its local and regional economies. The study's key findings (based on 2014 data) focus on three areas; total economic impac more PR

New Technologies Across Competitiveness, Sustainability Among Winning Projects of 2017 Innovation Award (10)

MILAN, Italy, Nov. 20 -- Leonardo, an industrial company, integrated and concentrated on the key sectors of aerospace, defence and security, issued the following news release: With the goal of investing in youth and research, rewarding the ideas and creativity of scholars and Leonardo employees, and an opportunity to highlight the promotion of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) activities, Leonardo announces the 13th annual presentation of its Innovation Awards. Since its i more PR

New Technology Created on Campus Could Transform the Alternative Energy Landscape (10)

DEARBORN, Michigan, Nov. 22 -- The University of Michigan's Dearborn campus issued the following news: A custom-designed technology created on campus has the ability to transform the alternative energy landscape. Mechanical Engineering Assistant Professor Nilay Chakraborty has developed a way to easily distribute bacteria--once too fragile for transport--proven to assimilate carbon in usable forms like biofuel. This research, done in Chakraborty's Cellular Bioprocessing Lab in the Engineering more PR

New US Study Reveals Key Reasons Why Millions of People With Obesity Are Not Receiving Adequate Care (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Novo Nordisk, a healthcare company, issued the following news release: Few of the more than 90 million Americans1 with obesity are seeking and receiving long-term obesity care, according to new data from the Awareness, Care and Treatment In Obesity Management (ACTION) Study published today in Obesity,2 the official journal of The Obesity Society. Among the notable findings is that of the 71% of people with obesity who say they have spoken with a healthcare professional (H more PR

New WSU Teacher Apprentice Program Seeing Early Success (10)

WICHITA, Kansas, Nov. 23 -- Wichita State University issued the following news release: Less than four months into its new Teacher Apprentice Program (TAP), Wichita State's College of Education is one step closer to the goal of helping curtail the Kansas teacher shortage. TAP is a fully online program that prepares para educators for Kansas licensure as early childhood unified / elementary education teachers. Through real-time web conferencing, TAP allows people who are already working as par more PR

New York City Announces Veterans, Active Military Service Members Are Now Protected From Discrimination Under City Human Rights Law (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 22 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: New York City has begun enforcement of a new law that protects current and prior military service members from discrimination, bias, and harassment. It is now illegal in New York City for employers, landlords, and providers of public accommodations to discriminate against veterans and active military service members due to their military status. The law, introduced in 2016 and signed by Mayor de Blasio in Augu more PR

New York City Comptroller Stringer Releases Fiscal Year 2017 Popular Annual Financial Report (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 23 -- New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer issued the following news release: Today New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer released the Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) for Fiscal Year 2017. For the third year in a row, the report presents information on the City's revenues, expenses, budget, and capital projects in 27 easy-to-understand pages and includes dozens of graphs, charts, and plain-language explanations to help everyday New Yorkers understand the budge more PR

New York State My Brother's Keeper Community Network Reaches Significant Milestone With More Than 20 Member Communities Across New York State (10)

ALBANY, New York, Nov. 22 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following news release: The New York State My Brother's Keeper Community Network reached a significant milestone and now includes more than 20 member communities, State Education Commissioner MaryEllen Elia announced today. The program recently added connections with Poughkeepsie and East Ramapo, the 20th and 21st communities to join the growing initiative to improve outcomes for boys and young men of color. "Reach more PR

New Zealand Ministry of Education Chooses Unisys for New Modern Cloud-Based Education Resourcing Management System (10)

BLUE BELL, Pennsylvania, Nov. 23 -- Unisys issued the following news release: Unisys Corporation (NYSE: UIS) today announced it has been selected by the New Zealand Ministry of Education to design and support a new digital Education Resourcing System (ERS). The ERS will deliver funds more efficiently for early childhood, primary and secondary school education providers. The Ministry of Education is a new client for Unisys. One of the Ministry's key responsibilities is to ensure education provi more PR

Niagara Cares and Common Sense Announce Partnership to Develop Digital Citizenship Practices for Students Across the Country (10)

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Nov. 22 -- Common Sense Media issued the following news release: Common Sense, the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a powerful voice for kids and families in the 21st century, today announced a new partnership with Niagara Cares, the corporate giving arm of Niagara Bottling. Niagara Cares will support Common Sense Education's research-based digital citizenship and digital learning resources in communities in California, Washington, Pennsyl more PR

NIC Foundation Celebrates New Aitken Legacy Scholarships (10)

VANCOUVER ISLAND, British Columbia, Nov. 24 -- North Island College issued the following news release: Fifteen NIC students received life-changing scholarships this month thanks to the first-ever awards distributed from the Aitken Scholarship Fund. Each student received $2,500, as a result of a record-breaking donation from Catherine Mary (Mamie) and Elizabeth (Cherry) Aitken. "The Aitken fund establishes a new legacy of giving in the Comox Valley," said Randall Heidt, NIC's Vice President St more PR

NIC Recognizes Canada's National Child Day (10)

VANCOUVER ISLAND, British Columbia, Nov. 21 -- North Island College issued the following news release: NIC's Early Childhood Care and Education students and faculty celebrated National Child Day, Nov. 20, by raising awareness of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. The Convention contains a full list of rights for all children under the age of 18. Each year, the Canadian Child Care Federation focuses on one Convention article. This year, it selected Article 2 - that all children have more PR

NLC Elects Mayor Mark Stodola As 2018 President (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The National League of Cities issued the following news release: Mayor Mark Stodola of Little Rock, Arkansas, was elected president of the National League of Cities (NLC) today at the organization's 2017 City Summit in Charlotte, N.C. Stodola, who has served as Little Rock mayor since 2007, will lead the nation's largest and most representative membership and advocacy organization for cities and their leaders. He was elected by the membership to serve a one-year term and more PR

NMSU Receives Local Business Support for Aggie Athletics (10)

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, Nov. 21 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news: During the Aggie Men's basketball match-up on Friday against the University of New Mexico Lobos, New Mexico State University and Aggie Athletics recognized a recent local business investment in its student-athletes. Kyocera and Kevin and Becky Horner of PTS Office Systems, Inc. teamed up and contributed $50,000 to the Aggie Athletics Club (AAC), the 6th Man Club and the Football Success Fund. The family more PR

Non-Profit Leader Applies Principles From GWU Classes to Expand Services to Children (10)

BOILING SPRINGS, North Carolina, Nov. 22 -- Gardner-Webb University issued the following news release: When William S. "Jack" Weller retired in 2009, he was free to spend more time working at his volunteer job. Since 2001, Weller has served as president of the board of directors for the Boys & Girls Club of Cleveland County, N.C. He believes in the mission of the club, which is to enable young people, especially those who need it most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring and res more PR

North Bay Educators Step Up Fire Relief Efforts to Help Teachers, Students, Families Cope (10)

SANTA ROSA, California, Nov. 21 -- The California Teachers Association issued the following news release: With the holidays looming, North Bay educators and their local CTA union chapters are alerting the public about their continuing efforts to help fellow teachers, students and families in Sonoma, Napa and other counties who lost homes cope with the holidays and beyond. The needs in the education community are immense, six weeks after the fires began Oct. 8. In the 40 Sonoma County school di more PR

Northwest Iowa Community College Inducts Students Into Phi Theta Kappa (10)

SHELDON, Iowa, Nov. 21 -- Northwest Iowa Community College issued the following news release: On November 20, 2017, nine (9) students were inducted into Phi Theta Kappa at Northwest Iowa Community College. Phi Theta Kappa is an international honor society of the two-year college, NCC's chapter is called Beta Lambda Pi. Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, headquartered in Jackson, Mississippi, is the largest honor society in higher education with 1,285 chapters on college campuses in all 50 of the U more PR

Northwestern Nursing Professor Presents at National Conference (10)

ORANGE CITY, Iowa, Nov. 23 -- Northwestern College issued the following news release: Dr. Karie Stamer, director of Northwestern's online RN to BSN program and assistant professor of nursing, presented at the national Professional Nurse Educators Group conference in Pittsburgh, Pa., recently. Stamer was selected to present her research on the impact emotional intelligence education has on emotional intelligence levels of online RN to BSN students. After students took a pretest during an orient more PR

NOSM Announces First Vice Dean, Academic (10)

THUNDER BAY, Ontario, Nov. 21 -- Lakehead University's Northern Ontario School of Medicine issued the following news release: The Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Catherine (Cathy) Cervin as the School's First Vice Dean, Academic, effective January 1, 2018. The Vice Dean, Academic position will enhance NOSM's focus on fulfilling the School's social accountability mandate, while continuing to achieve the academic mission. "It is with great more PR

NOSM Francophone Reference Group Celebrates New Chair and Strategic Plan (10)

THUNDER BAY, Ontario, Nov. 21 -- Lakehead University's Northern Ontario School of Medicine issued the following news release: It is with great excitement that the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) announces the appointment of Monique Rocheleau as Chair of the Francophone Reference Group (FRG). Rocheleau, Assistant Executive Director for the Reseau du mieux-etre francophone du Nord de l'Ontario--the Francophone planning entity for health-care services in Northern Ontario--has been a mem more PR

November 28 Public Hearing on Arlington's Proposed 2018 Legislative Package (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Nov. 21 -- Arlington County issued the following news release: The Arlington County Board will hold a public hearing at its Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2017 Recessed County Board Meeting on its proposed legislative priorities for the 2018 General Assembly. After hearing from the public, the Board will hold a work session on the package with the Arlington General Assembly delegation in the County Board Room at 2100 Clarendon Blvd. at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 30, and will adopt the leg more PR

NSF-Funded Scientists to Present on Long-Term Ecological Research Findings at AGU Fall Meeting (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The National Science Foundation issued the following news release: Find related stories on NSF's Long-Term Ecological Research Program at this link (https://www.nsf.gov/news/newsmedia/ENV-discoveries/LTER-discovery-series.jsp). Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria this fall. Wildfires that raged across California and British Columbia this summer. Unseasonable cold snaps in South Florida in past winters. How do such events shape and re-shape ecosystems? And how do events fr more PR

NSU College of Dental Medicine Dean Named Fellow by National Science Organization (10)

FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida, Nov. 21 -- Nova Southeastern University issued the following news release: Linda Niessen, D.M.D., M.P.H., M.P.P., dean and professor of the Nova Southeastern University (NSU) College of Dental Medicine, was recently named a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). She was elected to receive this honor by her AAAS peers. Niessen is one of 396 AAAS members who were chosen by their peers for "scientifically or socially distinguished effor more PR

NSU Institute of Neuro Immune Medicine to Host South Florida Screening of 'Unrest' (10)

FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida, Nov. 21 -- Nova Southeastern University issued the following news release: Nova Southeastern University's (NSU) Institute of Neuro Immune Medicine (INIM) will host the South Florida premiere of "Unrest," a Sundance Film Festival award-winning documentary that focuses on the plight of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) patients. The 90-minute, feature film will be shown at NSU's Miniaci Auditorium on Saturday, December 2, at 12:30 p.m. with door more PR

NTCA Joins National Effort to Promote Critical Infrastructure Security and Resiliency (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Nov. 22 -- NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association issued the following news release: NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association has joined the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in celebrating Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month to focus on the importance of our nation's critical infrastructure and ensuring the resiliency and reliability of telecommunications networks in our most sparsely populated communities. Observed during the month of November, Critical In more PR

Nunavut Education Week 2017 (10)

IQALUIT, Nunavut, Nov. 24 -- The government of Nunavut, a Canadian territory, issued the following news release: Nunavut Education Week is November 27 to December 1, 2017. This year's theme is Safe schools and respect for all, to emphasize the importance of providing support, education and advocacy to students, parents, families, friends and educators. Everyone has a role to help create learning environments that are conducive to the educational success of all students. Education Week is reco more PR

Nursing Students Help Community With Hurricane Relief and Heimlich Training (10)

CINCINNATI, Ohio, Nov. 21 -- The University of Cincinnati's Academic Health Center issued the following news release: Training to be a nurse at the University of Cincinnati (UC) means going beyond the traditional classroom and clinical settings. Over the last few months, students in the UC College of Nursing Community as Partner course took their training outside the hospital and classroom while volunteering for hurricane relief and training for the Heimlich maneuver. In August, a group of UC more PR

Oakton Selects Daniels As Director of Student Life, Campus Inclusion (10)

DES PLAINES, Illinois, Nov. 22 -- Oakton Community College issued the following news release: Oakton Community College has selected Rock Valley College Dean of Students Shedrick (Rick) Daniels as its director of student life and campus inclusion. The Oakton Board of Trustees approved Daniels' hire at its Nov. 14 meeting. He will start Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2018. "I am very excited to join the Oakton staff mainly because this position aligns with my personal passion to work in an environment that su more PR

Obesity Reviews Issues Seven Research Articles in December 2017 Edition (10)

MALDEN, Massachusetts, Nov. 20 -- The Obesity Reviews, a peer-reviewed medical journal from the International Association for the Study of Obesity, published seven research articles on the following topics in its December 2017 edition: 1) Comparative efficacy of five long-term weight loss drugs: quantitative information for medication guidelines (pages 1377-1385). Coauthors: Z. Dong, L. Xu, H. Liu, Y. Lv, Q. Zheng and L. Li 2) Food addiction and bariatric surgery: a systematic review of the li more PR

OFID and El Salvador Sign AEPI to Boost Private Sector Development (10)

VIENNA, Austria, Nov. 23 -- OPEC Fund for International Development issued the following news release: An Agreement for the Encouragement and Protection of Investment (AEPI) has been signed between OFID and El Salvador. The agreement, which sets the framework for commencing private sector operations in the Central American country, was signed by OFID Director-General Suleiman J Al-Herbish and Hugo Roger Martinez Bonilla, Minister of Foreign Affairs of El Salvador. Al-Herbish said that OFID was more PR

Ogeka, Richmond Promoted at Kutztown University Foundation (10)

KUTZTOWN, Pennsylvania, Nov. 23 -- Kutztown University of Pennsylvania issued the following news release: Alex Ogeka has been promoted to executive director of the Kutztown University Foundation and Ed Richmond has been promoted to associate executive director and chief financial officer of the foundation, effective immediately. Ogeka and Richmond served as co-interim executive directors of the foundation the past two months. Prior to that, Ogeka held several leadership roles with the foundati more PR

Omnicell Announces Winners of Inaugural 'Inspired by Care' Award (10)

MOUNTAIN VIEW, California, Nov. 22 -- Omnicell, a provider of medication and supply management solutions, issued the following news release: Omnicell, Inc. (NASDAQ: OMCL), a leading provider of medication and supply management solutions and adherence tools for healthcare systems and pharmacies, today announced that Texas Children's Hospital and Alfred L'Altrelli, PharmD, of UPMC have been named the winners of a new annual award honoring influential leadership in healthcare delivery. The Inspire more PR

On International Transgender Day of Remembrance, IACHR Urges States to Protect Trans Persons' Full Access to Their Economic, Social, Cultural Rights (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, an autonomous organ of the Organization of American States, issued the following news release: On this International Transgender Day of Remembrance, the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) calls to mind the grave situation of violence and discrimination to which trans persons are subjected. The IACHR urges the States of the region to take all necessary measures to end the violence and social exclusion against tr more PR

Ontario Breaking Ground in Indigenous Postsecondary Education (10)

OTTAWA, Ontario, Nov. 25 -- The Canadian Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development issued the following news release: Ontario is taking a historic step in recognizing the unique role Indigenous Institutes have in the province's postsecondary education system with the introduction of new legislation that, if passed, would transfer key functions and oversight to Indigenous people. Deb Matthews, Minister of Advanced Education and Skills Development, and David Zimmer, Minister of Indig more PR

Ontario Students and Post-secondary Institutions Call for New, Integrated Mental Health Strategy (10)

PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, Nov. 21 -- Fleming College issued the following news release: Ontario's students, colleges and universities are calling on the province to take immediate action on the growing problem of student mental health with an integrated strategy that begins in kindergarten and continues through high school, post-secondary life and adulthood. A joint report released today calls for a 'whole of community' approach by government, health-care providers, community agencies, student as more PR

Open Letter Ahead of Upcoming Trial of Taner Kilic, Istanbul Ten (10)

LONDON, England, Nov. 22 -- Amnesty International issued the following news release: On Wednesday the trial of 11 human rights defenders including Taner Kilic, and Idil Eser the chair and director of Amnesty International Turkey, will resume in Istanbul. The 11 face outlandish "terrorism" charges in what canLONDON, England.Nov. 22 -- Amnesty International issued the following news release: On Wednesday the trial of 11 human rights defenders including Taner Kilic, and Idil Eser the chair and d more PR

Orange County Recycles Day 2017 Attracts Crowds to Learn About Recycling (10)

ORLANDO, Florida, Nov. 23 -- Orange County issued the following news release: Orange County Recycles Day, an annual family-friendly event that celebrates recycling and demonstrates the importance of green practices in our community, recently attracted nearly 600 residents to the Orange County Landfill. As part of America Recycles Day, a national effort by Keep America Beautiful held in mid-November, the free event featured many hands-on educational and fun activities for children and the commu more PR

ORAU Seeking Applications for IACMI-the Composites Institute 2018 Internship Program (10)

OAK RIDGE, Tennessee, Nov. 23 -- The Oak Ridge Associated Universities issued the following news release: The Institute for Advanced Composite Manufacturing Innovation (IACMI) is currently seeking graduate and undergraduate students interested in participating in a short-term, 10-week summer program at one of IACMI's partner sites. IACMI, which accelerates the adoption of advanced composites to create energy savings and new manufacturing jobs, has an interest in developing the skills of strong more PR

ORISE is Accepting Applications for the 2018 DOE Scholars Program for Undergraduate, Graduate and Post-Graduate Students Next Summer (10)

OAK RIDGE, Tennessee, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education issued the following news release: The Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) is accepting applications for the U.S. Department of Energy Scholars Program. This program typically consists of a 10-week summer opportunity that introduces college students or recent college graduates to DOE's mission and operations at various locations across the U.S. The DOE Scholars Progr more PR

OSCE Programme Office in Astana Supports Roundtable Discussion on Development of Religious Legislation in Kazakhstan (10)

ASTANA, Kazakhstan, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Mission to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe issued the following news release: The development of legislation and law enforcement practices related to religious activities was the focus of an OSCE-supported roundtable discussion held in Astana on 22 November 2017. The event brought together some 80 participants, including representatives of different religious communities and non-governmental organizations in Kazakhstan, academia, more PR

OSHA 10 Class Begins Dec. 5 at Randolph Community College (10)

ASHEBORO, North Carolina, Nov. 22 -- Randolph Community College issued the following news release: Randolph Community College's Workforce Development and Continuing Education Division will offer an "OSHA 10 for General Industry" course on the Asheboro Campus beginning December 5. This course provides training for general industry workers and employers on the recognition, avoidance, abatement, and prevention of safety and health hazards in the workplace. The course curriculum and instructor are more PR

OSSBA Statement on Governor Fallin's Executive Order (10)

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Nov. 23 -- The Oklahoma State School Boards Association issued the following statement by Executive Director Shawn Hime: "The governor's action today was typical of the cheap political theater we continue to see at the state Capitol and shamefully ignores the difficult reality facing Oklahoma schools. "Calling for school consolidation is simply a distraction designed to score political points. Oklahoma has a serious revenue problem that's only being compounded by a chr more PR

Oswego Business Faculty Member Named Fellow in 2 Prestigious Royal Societies (10)

OSWEGO, New York, Nov. 22 -- The State University of New York's Oswego campus issued the following news release: SUNY Oswego School of Business faculty member Efstathios (Stathis) Kefallonitis recently was named a fellow in two prestigious British royal societies, but he is quick to deflect the honors to acknowledge what the college allows him to do. The associate professor of marketing and management earned recognition as a Fellow of the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactur more PR

Otterbein University President Named a YWCA Woman of Achievement (10)

WESTERVILLE, Ohio, Nov. 23 -- Otterbein University issued the following news release: YWCA Columbus has named Otterbein President Kathy Krendl a Woman of Achievement for her efforts that align with the YWCA's mission of "eliminating racism, empowering women." She will be inducted into the Women of Achievement Academy at a ceremony with six other inductees on April 11. YWCA Columbus has been recognizing Women of Achievement with the honor for more than 30 years. President Krendl is a progressi more PR

Our Story: Remembering Fred W. Turner, TCCs First President (10)

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Nov. 21 -- Tallahassee Community College issued the following news: Fred W. Turner held many titles during his long, successful career in education--not the least of which was founding president of Tallahassee Community College. But to his son, Mike, he was both "dad" and "hero." Even now, 30 years after his death, Mike's voice still breaks with emotion at the memory of his father. "He was way ahead of his time, politically and intellectually," said Mike, who is now 70. more PR

Outstanding University Alumni to Be Honoured With Awards (10)

ADELAIDE, Australia, Nov. 24 -- The University of Adelaide issued the following news release: Political journalist, author and media personality Annabel Crabb, former Supreme Court Justice and lawyer, the Hon. Margaret Nyland, AM, and the President of the Australian Indigenous Doctors' Association, Dr Kali Hayward, will be among those honoured at the University of Adelaide's Distinguished Alumni Awards event today. The annual Distinguished Alumni Awards, which started in 1991, recognise gradua more PR

PA Democratic Party Announces Candidate for Special Election in 35th House District (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 21 -- The Pennsylvania Democratic Party issued the following news: The Executive Committee of the Pennsylvania Democratic Party, after receiving a recommendation from the Allegheny County Democratic Committee, voted on Sunday to nominate a candidate for the special election in 35th House District that will be held on January 23, 2018. The committee nominated Austin Davis as the Democratic Party's candidate for the special election. State Party Chairman Marcel L. more PR

Packaging Company Pays $420,000 to 205 Employees In Settlement Agreement With U.S. Department of Labor (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division issued the following news release: A Dudley contract packager of aerosol containers and the U.S. Department of Labor have reached a settlement agreement resolving alleged violations of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Shield Packaging Co. Inc. has paid $210,227 and an equal amount in liquidated damages to 205 employees and pledged future compliance with the FLSA. The Department's Wage and Hour D more PR

Palm Coast Resident Receives Adjunct Faculty of Year Award During Berkeley College Faculty Recognition Dinner (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 21 -- Berkeley College issued the following news release: Judy Durish, Management, Larry L. Luing School of Business(R), received the Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award during the 2017 Berkeley College Faculty Recognition Awards dinner, held on November 2, 2017, at Battery Gardens in Manhattan, NY. "There are times when I wonder if I have chosen the right career path. Can I really make a difference in someone's life? Will my students remember one thing I taught them in the years more PR

Patient Education & Counseling Issues 22 Research Articles in December 2017 Edition (10)

AMSTERDAM, Netherlands, Nov. 21 -- Patient Education and Counseling, a peer-reviewed scientific journal from Elsevier, published 22 research articles on the following topics in its December 2017 edition: 1) Shared decision-making and outcomes in type 2 diabetes: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Coauthors: Michael Saheb Kashaf, Elizabeth Tyner McGill, Zackary Dov Berger (p2159-2171) 2) Treatment decision-making in chronic diseases: What are the family members' roles, needs and attitudes? more PR

Patricia A. Ganz, MD, FASCO, to Receive ASCO's Ellen L. Stovall Award and Lecture for Advancement of Cancer Survivorship Care (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Nov. 22 -- The American Society of Clinical Oncology issued the following news release: The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) announced Patricia A. Ganz, MD, FASCO, a medical oncologist and renowned advocate for improving the quality of cancer care from prevention through survivorship, as the 2018 recipient of the Ellen L. Stovall Award and Lecture for Advancement of Cancer Survivorship Care. The honor recognizes and promotes the work of pioneers and leaders in more PR

Patrolmen's Benevolent Association Issues Statement (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 23 -- The Patrolmen's Benevolent Association issued the following statement by President Patrick J. Lynch: "Students seeking to ban NYC police officers from their campus are blissfully ignorant of the protections that we provide for them but the college's management is not. The attitude of students is almost excusable because they lack life experience. "They will learn when they get out in the real world that police officers not only protect the rights of all to voice their opin more PR

Penn College to Sponsor Apprenticeship Programs (10)

WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- The Pennsylvania College of Technology issued the following news: Pennsylvania College of Technology is addressing the manufacturing skills gap by sponsoring apprenticeship training programs for regional companies. The Pennsylvania Apprenticeship and Training Office recently approved the college's programs focusing on mechatronics and computer numerical control occupations. As sponsor, the college will oversee all elements, including related classroom tra more PR

People With Disability at Risk of Financial and Digital Exclusion, ANZ Report Shows (10)

MELBOURNE, Australia, Nov. 25 -- Australia and New Zealand Banking Group issued the following news release: People living with disability are at particular risk of exploitation and financial abuse, and financial education may be a key to addressing the issue, a new ANZ study released today has found. The ANZ-commissioned 2017 MoneyMinded Impact Report from RMIT University is one of the first in Australia to explore the issues related to financial wellbeing for people with disability and their more PR

Pet Sitters International Announces Top Finalists for Its 2018 Pet Sitter of the Year Award (10)

KING, North Carolina, Nov. 22 -- Pet Sitters International issued the following news release: Pet Sitters International (PSI) has selected its top-five finalists for the 2018 Pet Sitter of the Year(TM) Award. First awarded by PSI in 1995, the Pet Sitter of the Year designation is the industry's highest honor and recognizes true excellence in the professional pet-sitting field. PSI congratulates the following top-five finalists who will move forward to the next round of judging for the 2018 awa more PR

Pewitt Named College of Education's IDEAL Program Director (10)

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 23 -- Lipscomb University issued the following news release: Lipscomb University has named Andrea Pewitt director of its IDEAL (Igniting the Dream of Education and Access at Lipscomb) program. The IDEAL program, housed in Lipscomb's College of Education, provides young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities access to opportunities for growth and independence that promote inclusion, belonging and contribution that potentially lead to life-changing ou more PR

PGCPS, Unions Representing Educators and Support Staff Reach New Agreements (10)

UPPER MARLBORO, Maryland, Nov. 22 -- Prince George's County Public Schools issued the following news release: Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS) with approval by the Board of Education reached a two-year contract agreement with the Prince George's County Educators' Association (PGCEA) and a one-year agreement with ACE/AFSCME Local 2250, which represents school support staff. The agreements with both bargaining units total more than $70 million and represents one of the school system more PR

PHEAA Encourages Recent College Grads to Prepare for Student Loan Repayment (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency issued the following news release: The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) is reminding federal student loan borrowers who graduated in May or June that the six month grace period on their loan is ending and that loan repayment will soon begin. New graduates typically take advantage of their six month grace period to find employment and get their finances in order before beginning repay more PR

Philadelphia Man Charged in Superseding Indictment With Enhanced Penalty Provision for Child Exploitation Offenses (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 25 -- The U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, Bruce D. Brandler, issued the following news release: The United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced today that David Serrano-Munoz, age 38, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was charged on November 22, 2017, in a superseding indictment for offenses involving the exploitation of a minor. According to United States Attorney Bruce D. Brandler, Serrano-Munoz is alleg more PR

Philanthropy Experts Available to Discuss #GivingTuesday & Year-End Charitable Giving (10)

SAN DIEGO, California, Nov. 21 -- The San Diego Foundation issued the following news release: Occurring on November 28, 2017, #GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the generosity of San Diegans and others around the world. Held annually on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday, #GivingTuesday is an opportunity for charitable individuals, families and companies to come together on one day to support nonprofit organizations strengthening our community. Th more PR

Philippines: Strengthen Behavioral Skills of Workforce to Compete in Global Economy (10)

MANILA, Philippines, Nov. 24 -- The World Bank issued the following news release: A person's ability to read, learn, think, remember and pay attention - "cognitive skills" - are important for moving ahead in life. But good "socioemotional" or "behavioral skills" like grit, openness, extraversion, agreeableness, emotional stability, and decision-making skills are equally important. Filipinos with higher levels of behavioral skills are more successful in completing secondary education and contin more PR

Pilbara Charter Signals Fresh Start (10)

PERTH, Australia, Nov. 25 -- The Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia issued the following news release: A new charter signed today by Premier Mark McGowan and leading resources companies operating in the Pilbara marks the beginning of new era of industry collaboration to provide increased social and economic benefits to communities. The Pilbara Collaboration has been developed as part of a coordinated initiative by CME and partners BHP, Chevron Australia, CITIC Pacific Mining, more PR

Planned Parenthood Welcomes New Head of International Planned Parenthood Federation, Dr. Alvaro Bermejo (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The Planned Parenthood Federation of America issued the following news release: Planned Parenthood warmly welcomes Dr. Alvaro Bermejo, who has been appointed as the next Director General of the International Planned Parenthood Federation. Statement from Latanya Mapp Frett, Executive Director of Planned Parenthood Global: With more than 20 years of global executive experience in HIV and AIDS, humanitarian issues, and health policy, Dr. Bermejo assumes a vital leadership more PR

PNCA Welcomes Sarah Schulman: Conflict Is Not Abuse (10)

PORTLAND, Ore., Nov. 21 -- Pacific Northwest College of Art issued the following news release: Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA) is honored to welcome writer and AIDS historian Sarah Schulman to discuss her controversial new publication, Conflict is Not Abuse: Overstating Harm, Community Responsibility, and the Duty of Repair, at 4:00pm, December 3, 2017 in PNCA's Mediatheque theater. Schulman's talk will be followed by a moderated conversation with anti-violence and anti-racism activist more PR

Polsinelli's San Francisco Employment Partner Chuck Thompson Selected to Justice & Diversity Center Board of Directors (10)

KANSAS CITY, Missouri., Nov. 21 -- Polsinelli, a law firm, issued the following news release: Polsinelli's Chuck Thompson has been selected for a three-year term as a board member of the Justice & Diversity Center (JDC) of The Bar Association of San Francisco, effective Jan. 1, 2018. JDC is one of the largest and most distinguished legal services providers in San Francisco. JDC's primary purpose is the delivery of free legal services to low-income San Franciscans, as well as the non-profits th more PR

Population Media Center Selects Associate Vice President of Development, Kiren Bansal (10)

SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vermont, Nov. 22 -- The Population Media Center issued the following news release: Population Media Center (PMC), an international nonprofit leader in entertainment-education dedicated to women's rights and the environment, has selected Kiren Bansal to serve in the newly-created role of Associate Vice President of Development. This role is charged with shaping the strategy for contributed income as PMC strives to triple global operations by 2025. Bansal joined the team on Nove more PR

Portland State University to Receive $3,040,000 from Interior (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's U.S. Geological Survey announced that it intends to award a $3,040,000 cooperative agreement to the Portland State University of Oregon for research, education and outreach which focuses on the scientific management of water resources. The funding opportunity number is USGS-18-FAC-0012 (CFDA 15.808). For more information, contact Jeffrey Caravelli, 916/278-9341. more ST

Premier Quassa Announces Cabinet Portfolios (10)

IQALUIT, Nunavut, Nov. 22 -- The government of Nunavut, a Canadian territory, issued the following news release: Premier Paul Quassa announced portfolios for his new cabinet today. The fifth executive council of Nunavut is a mix of new and returning politicians, and the first time Nunavut has three female cabinet ministers. These portfolios emphasize Premier Quassa's commitment to fulfilling important campaign promises, fostering understanding and compassion, and putting people first. "I want more PR

President Barron Issues Statement on Impact of Proposed Tax Reform Bills (10)

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following statement by President Eric J. Barron regarding tax reform legislation under consideration in Washington, D.C., and its potential negative impact on the University: "To the Penn State community: "As you may know, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act on Nov. 16, and the U.S. Senate is considering its own version of the bill. A number of proposed reforms in the bills current more PR

President Emerita Katherine M. Johnson Awarded 2017 Wattenbarger Award (10)

NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, Nov. 21 -- Pasco-Hernando Community College issued the following news release: Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) President Emerita Katherine M. Johnson, Ed.D., was recently honored with the Dr. James L. Wattenbarger Award by the Association of Florida Colleges (AFC) Council of Presidents. The AFC Council of Presidents select a recipient annually who has advocated for affordable, convenient open access to higher education and who has made significant contributions to more PR

President of Panama Meets Huawei Founder in Beijing (10)

BEIJING, China, Nov. 21 -- Huawei Technologies issued the following news release: An official delegation from Panama, led by President Juan Carlos Varela, visited Huawei today at its Executive Briefing Center in Beijing. The delegation was received by Huawei's founder, Mr. Ren Zhengfei, who took President Varela on a tour of Huawei's facilities. During his meeting with the President, Mr. Ren highlighted Panama's importance as a center of core competency in the region, and reinforced Huawei's c more PR

President Stanley Jr. Issues Statement on Tax Reform (10)

STONY BROOK, New York, Nov. 23 -- The State University of New York's Stony Brook campus issued the following statement by President Samuel L. Stanley Jr. on Congressional tax reform negotiations: "As tax reform negotiations continue, I urge leaders in Congress to consider the adverse impacts of proposed provisions on students, research and the State of New York. The provisions proposed would significantly increase costs for graduate students, hurt institutional stability by bringing about a red more PR

Professional Development for Science Teachers: Our Comment on the 2017 Budget Announcement (10)

LONDON, England, Nov. 24 -- Wellcome Trust issued the following news release: Hilary Leevers, Head of Education and Learning at Wellcome, comments on the provision for professional development for teachers in the government's 2017 Budget announcement. We welcome the government's recognition of the importance of professional development for teachers as shown by their Pounds42 million investment in the Teacher Development Premium. We appreciate the new commitments for subject specific profession more PR

Project Funding to Support Female Refugees to Integrate Into the Labour Market Announced By Minister David Stanton T.D. (10)

DUBLIN, Ireland, Nov. 25 -- The Ireland Department of Justice and Equality issued the following news release: Mr. David Stanton, T.D., Minister of State at the Department of Justice and Equality with responsibility for Equality, Immigration and Integration today announced the award of project funding totalling Euros485,226 to 7 projects nationwide to support the labour-market integration of female refugees. This funding was obtained from the Dormant Accounts Fund. The 7 projects will be deliver more PR

Projects on Display for First Year of Research Triad Program (10)

PENSACOLA, Florida, Nov. 23 -- The University of West Florida, a component of public state university system in Florida, issued the following news release: Faculty and students in the University of West Florida College of Education and Professional Studies recently unveiled projects on which they collaborated with community partners during the inaugural year of the Research Triad Program. The Research Triad Program is the brainchild of Dr. Carla Thompson, the director of the UWF Community Outr more PR

Proposal Worthy of Merit and High Distinction (10)

SYDNEY, Australia, Nov. 23 -- The Property Council of Australia issued the following news release: The Property Council welcomes the recent announcement of high-level discussions between the Northern Territory Government, City of Darwin and Charles Darwin University in establishing a CDU campus and student accommodation in Darwin city. Property Council NT Executive Director Ruth Palmer said that the establishment of a university presence in the city is a major plank in any revitalisation strat more PR

Protecting Our Native Heritage and Communities (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Tom Cole, R-Oklahoma, issued the following column: A key element of America's constitution is the relationship our nation has had with Native Americans. Although there are moments in history where that relationship has been strained, the federal government today has been a usually reliable supporter of tribal sovereignty and self-government - a concept enshrined in the Constitution. Native Americans are the 'First People' of our land, and the federal government has a more PR

PUC Honored for Communications & Public Education Efforts (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission issued the following news release: The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) has received national recognition for creative marketing and communications, highlighting the Commission's ongoing public education and outreach efforts. The PUC received a 2017 MarCom Gold Award for its campaign about the switch to mandatory 10-digit telephone dialing across Central Pennsylvania. The MarCom award is one of the olde more PR

Rachael Ray Show Launches 'Cook Your Way to Culinary School' Contest (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation issued the following news: Rachael Ray and her Yum-o! organization, longtime supporters of the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF), through her show are offering scholarships to 4 high school juniors and seniors who are passionate about pursuing their dreams in culinary arts and restaurant management with her new contest, "Cook Your Way to Culinary School." The grand prize winner will r more PR

Rail Careers Week Kicks Off Across Australia and New Zealand (10)

CANBERRA, Australia, Nov. 20 -- The Australasian Railway Association issued the following news release: This year's annual Rail Careers Week has kicked-off today in Australia and New Zealand and will be running until 24 November to encourage individuals to consider a career in the rail sector. This year's theme is 'Rail - The place to be'. Rail Careers Week will officially be launched by the Australasian Railway Association's (ARA) Chief Executive Officer, Danny Broad on day one (Tuesday, 21 N more PR

Rancho Bernardo Community Foundation Awards $71,821 at 28th Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon (10)

SAN DIEGO, California, Nov. 24 -- The San Diego Foundation issued the following news release: The Rancho Bernardo Community Foundation (RBCF), an affiliate of The San Diego Foundation, awarded $71,821 to Rancho Bernardo nonprofits and schools at the 28th Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon at The Rancho Bernardo Inn on November 21. This year, RBCF focused grantmaking on programs that demonstrate the power to build a more vibrant and civically engaged Rancho Bernardo community. Grant programs that rec more PR

Recording Academy and RCA Records to Release 2018 Grammy Nominees Album on Jan. 12, 2018 (10)

SANTA MONICA, California, Nov. 21 -- The Recording Academy (formerly the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences) issued the following news release: The Recording Academy(TM)'s GRAMMY Recordings(R) and RCA Records will release the 2018 GRAMMY(R) Nominees album on Jan. 12, 2018, in stores and via digital retailers. The latest installment of the best-selling series--now in its 24th year--features a collection of the biggest and brightest GRAMMY-nominated music for the upcoming 60th Annual more PR

RED HORSE Demolishes Pavilion, Builds Up Airmen at AFIT (10)

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology 88th Air Base Wing issued the following news: By John Harrington and Katie Scott Public Affairs Airmen of the 200th RED HORSE Squadron from the Ohio Air National Guard demolished a condemned pavilion at the Air Force Institute of Technology here as part of a week-long Troop Training Project in early November. RED HORSE stands for Rapid Engineer Heavy Operations Repair Squadron Engineers. RED HORSE's more PR

Region Must Adapt to Reality of Climate Change - CARICOM SG (10)

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Nov. 21 -- The Caribbean Community, an organization of that aims to promote economic integration and cooperation among its members, to ensure that the benefits of integration are equitably shared and to coordinate foreign policy, issued the following news release: Resources the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) is mobilising to support reconstruction of hurricane-ravaged Member States are intended for them to build back smarter and better, against the existential threat of clim more PR

Registered Sex Offender Sentenced to 540 Months for Child Pornography Offenses (10)

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas, Erin Nealy Cox, issued the following news release: Jason Lee Randall, 33, of Mesquite, Texas, was sentenced yesterday by U.S. District Judge Sam A. Lindsay to 540 months in federal prison, following his guilty plea in January 2017 to multiple child pornography offenses, announced U.S. Attorney Erin Nealy Cox of the Northern District of Texas. Randall pleaded guilty to production of child pornography, transportation more PR

Rep. Bass Issues Statement on Death of Ex-Councilman Cunningham (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Karen Bass, D-California, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on Nov. 21, on the death of ex-Los Angeles City Councilman David S. Cunningham Jr.: Mr. Speaker, Los Angeles has lost a great leader, a champion for accessible, affordable housing and a true community visionary: David Surmier Cunningham, Jr. Dave Cunningham made major contributions to our city, including serving on the Los Angeles City Council with distinction, hono more PR

Rep. Cleaver, Rep. Watson Coleman Demand Accountability From the Internet Association to Address the Use of Artificial Intelligence Exacerbating On-line Racial, Gender Bias (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, D-Missouri, issued the following news release: Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) and Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) wrote a letter to the President and CEO of the Internet Association, Michael Beckerman, urging the organization to stop the spread of racial and gender bias through technology and adopt practices and policies to hold members accountable when it comes to the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. The letter is h more PR

Rep. Costa Joins a Bipartisan Majority in House Urging Senate Action to Improve Career and Technical Education (10)

FRESNO, California, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Jim Costa, D-California, issued the following news release: Last week 237 members of the U.S. House of Representatives sent a letter to the Chairman and Ranking Member on the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, calling for the committee to take action on H.R. 2353, the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act. There is strong bipartisan support for the legislation in the House, where it has 40 cosponsors fr more PR

Rep. Denham Hosts Senior Administration Official to Discuss Medicare and Medicaid in the Valley (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Jeff Denham, R-California, issued the following news release: U.S. Representative Jeff Denham (R-Turlock) today hosted senior U.S. Department of Health and Human Services official Seema Verma, administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), to discuss the unique challenges that citizens in the Central Valley face when it comes to timely access to quality healthcare. "It's an honor to host the highest-ranking official on Medicare and Medicaid r more PR

Rep. Doggett Issues Remarks on Republican Tax Bill (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, ranking member of the House Ways and Means subcommittee on Tax Policy, issued the following floor remarks in opposition to Republican tax bill (H.R. 1): "The promise of tax reform has degenerated into little more than a scam to aid tax dodgers. While public attention is diverted to scandal in Alabama, Republicans rush through this sham of a tax bill, developed in the dark with lobbyists, before most Americans realize what is about to hit them more PR

Rep. Fitzpatrick Calls for Full Investigation Into Use of Taxpayer Funds for Congressional Sexual Assault Settlements (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-08) is calling for an investigation into the reports that millions of dollars may have been expended by the federal government to compensate victims of harassment in Congress: "It's unbelievable - and unacceptable - that elected officials have been using taxpayer dollars to cover up sexual harassment suits for years. As if the American people needed another exampl more PR

Rep. Graves Issues Statement on Supplemental Disaster Request (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Rep. Garret Graves, R-Louisiana, issued the following statement on the White House's request for supplemental disaster appropriations: * * * "After countless meetings with White House, HUD, FEMA and Congressional leaders since August 2016, I am encouraged by the Trump Administration's proposal to use CDBG funds for flood mitigation and other funds for school rebuilding costs. "And I will work with other Members of Congress to ensure that our state is best positioned to more PR

Rep. Jason Smith: Education Our Way (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Jason Smith, R-Missouri, issued the following Capitol Report: Another school year has begun and the sights and sounds of Friday night lights are filling the air. The beginning of a new school year and the return of high school football also reminds me about the importance of local choice, local control and local leadership over the education of the children raised here in south central and southeast Missouri. Parents and educators who live here, who raise their fami more PR

Rep. Jeff Denham Announces Winner of CA-10 Congressional App Challenge (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Jeff Denham, R-California, issued the following news release: U.S. Representative Jeff Denham (R-Turlock) yesterday announced Haiying Zeng and Divya Katyal of Elizabeth Ustach Middle School in Modesto as the California 10th District winners of the Congressional App Challenge for their app "Homeless Network." Eighth graders Zeng and Katyal designed the app "Homeless Network" as a platform to pinpoint areas where help is needed the most through crowdsourcing. The app more PR

Rep. Kind Recognizes National Obesity Care Week (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 -- Rep. Ron Kind, D-Wisconsin, issued the following statement on the National Obesity Care Week, which is recognized during the first week of November when individuals and organizations from across the country raise awareness about the serious chronic disease of obesity: "This week reminds us that there is still work to be done to make the healthy choice the easy choice for families. "Easier access to the tools and education to prevent and treat obesity; affordable, nutriti more PR

Rep. Krishnamoorthi Leads 237 Members of Congress in Letter Urging Senate Education Committee to Take Up the Thompson-Krishnamoorthi Act (10)

SCHAUMBURG, Illinois, Nov. 21 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, lead Democratic sponsor of the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act, joined Republican sponsor Glenn 'GT' Thompson of Pennsylvania in leading 235 other Members of the House of Representatives in urging the Senate education committee to take up the bill which passed the House unanimously in June. The Thompson-Krishnamoorthi a more PR

Rep. Lipinski Issues Floor Remarks on Republican Tax Bill (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Daniel Lipinski, D-Illinois, issued the following floor remarks during the debate on the Republican tax bill (H.R. 1): "A constant refrain I hear from my constituents is, 'Stop raising my taxes!' While federal taxes have not been going up on the middle class, other taxes have hit them hard and their take-home pay continues to suffer. Clearly the middle class needs help, and real tax reform could help accomplish that. It is far past time that we reform the tax code by more PR

Rep. Long Comments on Case's Appointment As State Director for USDA Rural Development (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Billy Long, R-Missouri, issued the following statement after the appointment of Jeff Case as the next Missouri State Director for the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development: "Jeff Case is an excellent pick for the next Missouri State Director for USDA Rural Development. "Jeff has a long career in agriculture that ranges from production, finance and education. With agriculture being the backbone of Missouri, I look forward to working with Jeff in the fu more PR

Rep. McCollum Issues Statement on National Native American Heritage Month (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Betty McCollum, D-Minnesota, issued the following statement in commemoration of National Native American Heritage Month, which is proclaimed each November: "National Native American Heritage Month is a celebration of the contributions of the First Americans. November is a time to honor the 11 Ojibwe and Dakota nations in Minnesota and the 567 diverse federally recognized tribal nations across the country. We remember their vital and often difficult role in our nation more PR

Rep. McEachin Issues Statement on Republican's Tax Plan (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Rep. A. Donald McEachin, D-Virginia, issued the following statement following passage of the House Republican tax bill (H.R. 1): "H.R. 1 raises taxes on more than 30 million hardworking middle-class families to fund massive tax cuts for the top one percent of Americans. Big corporations and the wealthy few will get richer on the backs of low-and-middle class families. "If enacted, it would increase the deficit, bankrupt the middle-class, and blow an enormous hole in the more PR

Rep. Messer Applauds Education Department for Restoring Pell Grants to ITT Tech Students (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Luke Messer, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: U.S. Rep. Luke Messer (IN-06) today applauded the Trump Administration and Education Secretary Betsy DeVos for retroactively restoring Pell Grant eligibility to the approximately 16,000 students nationwide who were using the grants to attend Indiana-based ITT Technical Institute when it abruptly closed last fall. Messer led the charge to assist these students after ITT Tech's closure, urging the Department o more PR

Rep. Olson: Education Before Regulation (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Pete Olson, R-Texas, issued the following op-ed, which was published in the Morning Consult: Artificial intelligence, or AI, is the hot buzz word these days. We see it in the movies, in our homes and in the news. Many people are expressing concerns about how AI will impact jobs in the workforce. Others are convinced of the benefits of AI, from self-driving cars to helping doctors find cures for debilitating diseases. Either way, AI continues to grow as part of our so more PR

Rep. Quigley Issues Statement on Transgender Day of Remembrance (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Rep. Mike Quigley, D-Illinois, vice chairman of the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus and a founding member of the Transgender Equality Task Force, issued the following statement to commemorate Transgender Day of Remembrance: "Today, we reflect upon the bigotry, hate, and violence that has inflicted the transgender community and robbed our world of so many precious lives. "While our country has taken significant steps to foster a greater sense of understanding and acce more PR

Rep. Roe: Framework for Tax Reform (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Phil Roe, R-Tennessee, issued the following column: As I've said time and time again, our tax code is in desperate need of an update. Over the last 31 years, when our last comprehensive tax overhaul took place, our tax system has remained largely unchanged. Worse, it's become so complex that it's hard for many Americans to navigate. For example, there are over 12 different overlapping tax benefits related to education alone, which means families are tackling 100 page more PR

Rep. Roe: My Week in First District (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Phil Roe, R-Tennessee, issued the following column: This week, the House is out of session, which means I am home in East Tennessee doing what I enjoy most - listening to East Tennesseans' views on the many issues facing our country. Learning about what our community needs - from tax reform to health care to immigration to taking care of our veterans - is critical to my work in Congress and to ensuring the views of East Tennesseans are being heard in Washington. I more PR

Rep. Roe: Our Saving Problem (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Phil Roe, R-Tennessee, issued the following column: Our country has a saving problem. In 2015, the GAO found that 29 percent of Americans 55 and older have no retirement savings and no traditional pension. In fact, today, nearly 40 million working families haven't saved a dime for retirement. Reliable access to affordable and accurate financial advice is more important now than ever with a larger portion of our population reaching retirement age every day. As I've n more PR

Rep. Roe: Reforming Our Tax Code (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Phil Roe, R-Tennessee, issued the following column: Think about life 31 years ago: most of us communicated solely by landline; the Internet wasn't widely available, and certainly not for commercial purposes; and Oprah Winfrey was just beginning her talk show career. Life has changed a lot in the last three decades, but our tax code hasn't kept up. According to the Tax Foundation, our tax code is more than 2.4 million words long, which is almost six times as long as i more PR

Rep. Ryan Issues Statement on Tax Policy Center's Analysis of Republican Tax Plan (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Tim Ryan, D-Ohio, issued the following statement after the non-partisan Tax Policy Center released new analysis of the Republican tax plan moving through the Senate: The Tax Policy Center found that half of all Americans will face tax increases by 2027 - including 82 million middle class families. Two-thirds of households in the middle quintile will see a tax increase, yet only 2 percent of the top 0.1 percent will see an increase. The Tax Policy Center's analysis of more PR

Rep. Schakowsky Issues Statement on Republican Tax Bill (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Illinois, a chief deputy whip and a member of the House Budget Committee, issued the following statement in response to the Republican tax bill: "Just days before Republicans plan to push their tax bill through committee, they finally let the public see the details. What did Republican leaders present? Massive tax cuts for millionaires and billionaires, and tax breaks for multinational corporations that outsource the jobs of American workers. "Almo more PR

Rep. Scott Issues Statement on Passage of Tax Cuts & Jobs Act (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Austin Scott, R-Georgia, issued the following statement upon the House passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (H.R. 1): "Hardworking families deserve to keep more of the money they earn in their pocket. "As a small business owner for over twenty years, I have spent countless hours and thousands of dollars a year seeking to comply with our complicated tax code. "No American should have to go through the time and expense that our current tax code requires. I look for more PR

Rep. Scott Peters Submits Op-Ed on 'Zero8hundred: A Model for Transitioning Our Veterans, Their Families to Civilian Life' (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Scott Peters, D-California, issued the following op-ed on "Zero8hundred: A model for transitioning our veterans and their families to civilian life": When I was first elected to Congress in 2013, I met with retired U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Ronne Froman, who had formerly commanded Navy Region Southwest in the congressional district I represent. I told her I planned to form a veterans' advisory committee and asked her to lead it. In her no-nonsense Navy fashion, she promptl more PR

Rep. Sensenbrenner: Answering Your Questions on Health Care (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. F. James Sensenbrenner Jr., R-Wisconsin, issued the following column: In letters, phone calls, and at town hall meetings, the majority of questions I receive from constituents are about the Republican plan to repeal and replace Obamacare. There is a lot of misinformation circulating through various news outlets and social media channels, so I'd like to take this opportunity to address some of the most common questions and misconceptions surrounding the American Heal more PR

Rep. Sewell Introduces Public Funds for Public Schools Act (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Terri Sewell, D-Alabama, issued the following news release: On Tuesday, Congresswoman Terri A. Sewell (D-AL) introduced the Public Funds for Public Schools Act (H.R. 4269), a bill which would close a tax loophole that diverts resources away from public schools and allows the wealthy to turn a profit on donations to private school voucher organizations. Each year, wealthy donors use tuition tax credits to divert an estimated $1 billion in taxpayer funding to private a more PR

Rep. Sinema Votes Against House Tax Bill (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Kyrsten Sinema, D-Arizona, issued the following statement after voting against the House tax bill (H.R. 1): "This bill is a bad deal for Arizona. It explodes the federal debt, likely raises taxes on many small businesses, and makes it harder for Arizona families to get ahead. I oppose this bill because it does not reflect the values and priorities of hardworking Arizonans. "The House bill increases the debt by $1.5 trillion, forcing cuts to Medicare and crowding out more PR

Rep. Smith Issues Statement on Passage of 2018 NDAA Conference Report (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Adam Smith, D-Washington, ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement on the passage of the fiscal 2018 National Defense Authorization Act conference report: "This week, the House of Representatives voted to approve the Fiscal Year 2018 National Defense Authorization Act Conference Report. This legislation establishes the policies of the Department of Defense that impact our service members, their families, and our local commu more PR

Rep. Tulsi Gabbard on Facebook: National Nurse Act (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release: "Nurses are the heart of our healthcare system, providing life-saving care with empathy and compassion in the most trying and stressful situations. We must do more to invest in our nation's nurses and pass HR 1651, the National Nurse Act, to improve health literacy, decrease health disparities, increase outreach and education, and more." - TG For more information on Rep. Tulsi Gabbard's work to ensure affor more PR

Rep. Walberg: Find Your Skill Set to Succeed (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following op-ed which was published on Detroit News: As a representative, I often have the privilege of speaking with young people and school groups. My career advice is always the same: Find your sweet spot. Find what you're passionate about, where you can make a difference, and pursue your dreams with every ounce of effort. For some students, this pursuit will take them to a traditional college or university setting. For others, more PR

Rep. Walberg: Making Progress on People's Priorities (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following op-ed which was published on Jackson Citizen Patriot: Finding a good-paying job, paying the mortgage, securing a better and healthier future for our family, keeping our country safe - these are the types of issues that keep Americans up at night. Yet these issues, and the hard work we're doing in the House of Representatives to address them, are too often overlooked in favor of the latest cable news chatter. You may not more PR

Rep. Walberg: Offering Hope, Help for Drug Epidemic (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following op-ed which was published on Monroe News: When you open up the newspaper, it's hard to miss all the heartbreaking stories about heroin and prescription drug abuse: overdoses, families torn apart and young people failing to reach their full potential. It's a deeply personal and painful issue for many of our friends and loved ones. But there is a ray of hope: Community leaders are fighting back and elected officials at eve more PR

Rep. Wasserman Shultz Issues Statement on GOP Tax Bill (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Florida, issued the following statement in response to the passage of the Republican tax bill: "The revolting tax plan passed by Republicans today is an underhanded assault on hard-working Americans. It gives huge breaks to the ultra-wealthy and corporations, raises taxes on millions of middle class families, while exploding the deficit by $1.5 trillion. "With little vetting or debate, this GOP tax scam puts funding for middle class prio more PR

Rep. Womack Announces Winners of the Third Annual AR-3 Congressional App Challenge (10)

ROGERS, Arkansas, Nov. 21 -- Rep. Steve Womack, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release: Established by Members of the U.S. House of Representatives in 2013, the Congressional Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Academic Competition, also known as the 'Congressional App Challenge,' is designed to engage student creativity and encourage their participation in STEM education fields. This competition is part of a nationwide event that allows high school students from across the more PR

Rep. Yarmuth Introduces 2018 Democratic Budget on House Floor (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. John Yarmuth, D-Kentucky, ranking member of the House Budget Committee, issued the following floor remarks as he introduced the Democratic Budget "Investing in America's Future": "Mr. Chair, Democrats and Republicans are looking at the same challenges facing our country and American families. Education, healthcare, and housing costs have all increased while wages stay stagnant. "It used to be that the two parties would debate different strategies to address the prob more PR

Reported Ofsted Targeting of Young Muslim Girls Who Choose to Wear a Headscarf Is Wrong (10)

LONDON, England, Nov. 20 -- The Muslim Council of Britain issued the following news release: The Muslim Council of Britain today voiced its concern of Muslim school girls being unfairly targeted because of the choice they make to wear the headscarf. If true, the proposals challenges the very British values of religious freedom that this country cherishes. In the Sunday Times on 19 November 2017, the Ofsted Chief Inspector of Schools Amanda Spielman is quoted to have said that "inspectors will more PR

Reported Ofsted Targeting of Young Muslim Girls Who Choose to Wear a Headscarf Is Wrong (10)

DUBLIN, Ireland, Nov. 20 -- The Ireland Department of Finance issued the following news release: The Muslim Council of Britain today voiced its concern of Muslim school girls being unfairly targeted because of the choice they make to wear the headscarf. If true, the proposals challenges the very British values of religious freedom that this country cherishes. In the Sunday Times on 19 November 2017, the Ofsted Chief Inspector of Schools Amanda Spielman is quoted to have said that "inspectors w more PR

Reps. Costello, Boyle, Fitzpatrick, Sarbanes Introduce Bill to Expand Access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness to Qualified Public Service Employees (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Ryan Costello, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: Rep. Ryan Costello (R-PA), Rep. Brendan Boyle (D-PA), Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), and Rep. John Sarbanes (D-MD) introduced legislation to fix an error that has occurred to student loan borrowers who thought they were making qualified payments under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Left unfixed, the error could leave teachers, first responders, social workers, and other public serv more PR

Reps. Denham, Yarmuth Lead Bipartisan Effort to Save Runaway and Homeless Youth Programs (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. John Yarmuth, D-Kentucky, issued the following news release: U.S. Reps. Jeff Denham (R-CA) and John Yarmuth (D-KY) are spearheading a bipartisan effort to save Runaway and Homeless Youth programs across the nation, calling on Congressional leaders to adequately fund programs important to supporting at-risk youth. This week, Denham and Yarmuth coauthored a letter--signed by 78 members of Congress in total--that was sent to House and Senate Committee on Appropriations more PR

Reps. Long and Matsui Reintroduce Revised Bill Seeking to Improve HHS Cybersecurity (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Billy Long, R-Missouri, issued the following news release: House Energy and Commerce Committee members Rep. Billy Long (R-MO) and Rep. Doris Matsui (D-CA) today introduced H.R. 4191, the HHS Cybersecurity Modernization Act, legislation to address cyber threats to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Since last Congress, the Energy and Commerce Committee has held hearings that examined health care cybersecurity efforts and the Health Care Industry Cyber more PR

Reps. Sinema and Biggs Working to Protect Innovative Arizona State University Education Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Kyrsten Sinema, D-Arizona, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Kyrsten Sinema (AZ-09) and Congressman Andy Biggs (AZ-05) today called on lawmakers to protect an important tax provision that helps Arizona students enter the workforce and pay for higher education. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (H.R. 1) currently eliminates Section 127, Employer-Provided Education Assistance, which allows employers to exclude from income up to $5,250 per year in tuition assis more PR

Reps. Watson Coleman, Cleaver Demand Accountability From the Internet Association to Address the Use of Artificial Intelligence Exacerbating On-line Racial and Gender Bias (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) and Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) wrote a letter to the President and CEO of the Internet Association, Michael Beckerman, urging the organization to stop the spread of racial and gender bias through technology and adopt practices and policies to hold members accountable when it comes to the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. The let more PR

Researcher Shows How Racially Based Tools to Separate Science Students Persist (10)

LAWRENCE, Kansas, Nov. 21 -- The University of Kansas issued the following news: The recent U.S. Next Generation Science Standards seek to address long-standing problems of some populations of students being underserved and not receiving the same quality education as their peers. The standards refute deficit-oriented views about the capabilities of students from historically underserved groups. However, the standards also divide students in ways that threaten to exacerbate unequal education, a more PR

Restor Public Revenue Piggy Bank to Fund NDIS, Other Essential Services, Don't Break It Now to Cut Taxes, ACOSS Warns (10)

STRAWBERRY HILLS, New South Wales, Nov. 22 -- Australian Council of Social Service issued the following news release: ACOSS CEO Dr Cassandra Goldie warned today that essential services like the NDIS and health care are under-funded and that public revenues must be strengthened, not raided for unfunded tax cuts. "Now is not the time to raid the public revenue piggy bank for another round of un-funded tax cuts," ACOSS CEO Dr Cassandra Goldie warned today. "It's the wrong time for unfunded tax c more PR

Revenue Offers Free Tax Workshop Dec. 6 in Lynnwood (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, Nov. 25 -- The Washington State Department of Revenue issued the following news release: Business owners in Washington are responsible for knowing which taxes to report. To help them, the Washington State Department of Revenue (Revenue) is hosting a free workshop for new and small business owners Dec. 6 in Lynnwood. Business owners can register for the workshop online or by calling 425-984-6400. Participants will learn about Washington excise taxes, reporting classificati more PR

RIO - Reintegration and Prevention of Recruitment (RPR) (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following fact sheet: OBJECTIVE Since 2003, more than 50,000 demobilized ex-combatants from illegal armed groups have joined the Government of Colombia's (GOC) reintegration program. In addition, 6,000 children have disengaged from those armed groups. USAID's Reintegration and Prevention of Recruitment (RPR) activity supports the GOC in implementing prevention of recruitment strategies, and in providing ex-combatan more PR

Robert M. Duncan, Jr. Sworn in as U.S. Attorney (10)

LEXINGTON, Kentucky, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Kentucky issued the following news release: Robert M. Duncan, Jr. has taken the oath of office to become the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Kentucky. He was nominated by President Donald Trump on August 3, 2017, and confirmed by the United States Senate on November 9, 2017. Duncan took the oath of office from Chief Judge Karen K. Caldwell of the United States District Court for the Eastern more PR

Rosino Takes Oath, Begins First Senate Term (10)

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Nov. 25 -- The Oklahoma Senate issued the following news release: Paul Rosino is now officially on the job as State Senator for District 45. The Oklahoma City Republican was sworn in during a ceremony at the Capitol on Wednesday as friends, family and other supporters looked on from the Senate gallery. "I am extremely grateful to the citizens of District 45 for entrusting me to be their voice in the Senate," Rosino said. "I'm looking forward to promoting legislation to more PR

S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research, Mumbai Wins Tata Business Leadership Award 2017 (10)

MUMBAI, India, Nov. 21 -- Tata Steel, a subsidiary of Tata Group, issued the following news release: E-Commerce held centerstage in 2015. Big Data Analytics took over in 2016. This year, the spotlight was on 'Waste to Value'. Tata Business Leadership Awards (TBLA) 2017, the annual business case competition organised by the Tata group, saw best minds from premier business schools from across India come up with innovative business solutions for the reduction, efficient disposal and productive us more PR

Safeway and Events DC Partner to Host Feast of Sharing, a Thanksgiving Meal of Hope for 5,000 DC Neighbors, Wednesday, November 22 (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Events DC issued the following news release: For the 18th consecutive year, Safeway and Events DC today are celebrating the season of giving by providing a festive holiday meal for thousands at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Serving District residents from all eight of the city's wards, this beloved annual event will also feature a community services expo to include free flu shots, diabetes and HIV testing, and a clothing giveaway. The doors open at 9:00 a.m more PR

Saint Leo Named Military Times Best: Colleges 2018 (10)

ST. LEO, Florida, Nov. 22 -- St. Leo University issued the following news release: Saint Leo University was selected as one of the Military Times Best: Colleges 2018, the publication announced November 20. Formerly known as Best for Vets, the Military Times Best: Colleges rankings factor in the results of Military Times' annual survey, the most comprehensive school-by-school assessment of veteran and military student services and rates of academic achievement. More than 600 colleges took part more PR

Saint Leo Opening New Pathways to Law School for Undergraduates (10)

ST. LEO, Florida, Nov. 22 -- St. Leo University issued the following news release: Saint Leo University has a new program to help new University Campus students who know they want to be attorneys streamline their path through college. Through the 3+3 Accelerated Law Program, students become well prepared for admission to a cooperating law school while saving a year's college tuition costs. By following a rigorous schedule, students reduce the time they spend at university to three years from th more PR

Salk Scientist Gerald Joyce Named 2017 AAAS Fellow for Contributions to Science (10)

LA JOLLA, California, Nov. 21 -- The Salk Institute for Biological Studies issued the following news release: Salk Professor Gerald Joyce has been a named a 2017 Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the world's largest general scientific society. He earned the recognition for his distinguished research, which has had a profound impact on the scientific understanding of Darwinian evolution at the molecular level, especially pertaining to the evolution of RNA. more PR

Santa Ana College to Display Educator Art at in the Studio 6: Artists Who Teach (10)

SANTA ANA, California, Nov. 21 -- Rancho Santiago Community College District issued the following news release: A variety of artwork will be on display when Santa Ana College (SAC) holds In the Studio 6: Artists who Teach, a showcase of work from the California Art Education Association. Drawings, paintings, photographs, collage, ceramics and watercolor images by Southern California high school, community college and university instructors, will be submitted for jury at this annual event. "Thi more PR

Santa Ana College to Display Educator Art at in the Studio 6: Artists Who Teach (10)

SANTA ANA, California, Nov. 21 -- Santa Ana College issued the following news release: A variety of artwork will be on display when Santa Ana College (SAC) holds In the Studio 6: Artists who Teach, a showcase of work from the California Art Education Association. Drawings, paintings, photographs, collage, ceramics and watercolor images by Southern California high school, community college and university instructors, will be submitted for jury at this annual event. "This is the sixth year that more PR

Saudi Students Connect With UN in Support of Sustainable Development Goals (10)

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 22 -- Avaya issued the following news release: Western Experts Saudi Arabia Co. Ltd. (WESA), a leading business communications provider in the Kingdom, is hosting a series of virtual roundtables on sustainable development with students from King Saud University in Riyadh, powered by real-time video communication solutions from Avaya. Following the recently held United Nations Day, and in collaborations with the United Nations Division for Sustainable Development, the more PR

Saunders College of Business Cited in 'Bloomberg Businessweek' Rankings (10)

ROCHESTER, New York, Nov. 22 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Saunders College of Business at Rochester Institute of Technology has been noted for being among 85 full-time MBA programs in Bloomberg Businessweek's 2017 rankings of best U.S. business schools. Saunders College ranked at No. 79, with a job placement rate of No. 24, in the annual MBA rankings of graduate business schools. The data is compiled from more than 600 recruiters, 10,000 alumni and 9, more PR

SAUSD Board of Education Appoints Two to Management Positions (10)

SANTA ANA, California, Nov. 20 -- The Santa Ana Unified School District issued the following news: The Board of Education recently appointed Alfonso Jimenez, Ed.D. as Deputy Superintendent of Educational Services, and Anastasia A. Smith as Chief of School Police Services. Dr. Jimenez has over 21 years of experience in K-12 education. He began his educational career as an Elementary Teacher for Long Beach Unified School District; then became Assistant Principal for Bellflower Unified School Dis more PR

Save Local Waters, Zoo Open 6th Annual Rain Barrel Art Project (10)

BATAVIA, Ohio, Nov. 23 -- Clermont County issued the following news: All artists, including students and seasoned professionals, are invited to apply to be a part of the 6th annual Rain Barrel Art Project, an initiative designed to educate the community about water conservation and pollution caused by storm water runoff. The Rain Barrel Art Project is a joint effort of Save Local Waters, its members and the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. As part of this initiative, students and other commu more PR

School's Turkey 'Pardon' Prompts Appeal: Show Students Slaughterhouse (10)

CHANDLER, Arizona, Nov. 21 -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: An appalled student at Chandler High School reported to TeachKind, PETA's humane education division, that the school has a turkey "pardoning" fundraiser underway, in which students are raising money to "save" two turkeys and kill two others for Thanksgiving. In response, TeachKind has sent letters calling on the school either to pardon all the turkeys or take all the students to a slaugh more PR

Schools Deserve Praise for Australia's Top Results in Global Problem Solving Test (10)

QUEENSLAND, Australia, Nov. 23 -- Independent Schools Queensland issued the following news release: Australia's strong performance in a global test that assessed the collaborative problem solving skills of high school students is positive confirmation of the innovative work occurring in Queensland independent schools, according to Independent Schools Queensland (ISQ). ISQ Executive Director David Robertson said the first-ever test assessing how well 15-year-old students from 52 countries solve more PR

Screening of 'He Named Me Malala' Nov. 28 at WIU (10)

MACOMB, Illinois, Nov. 23 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: The Western Illinois University Center for International Studies and the WIU Women's Center will screen the documentary "He Named Me Malala" at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28 in the University Union's Sandburg Theatre. Following the screening, a discussion will be held. Malala was raised in Pakistan, and was shot by the Taliban after becoming an advocate for education for women. She survived the attack and co more PR

Seattle Public Schools: Better Together (10)

SEATTLE, Washington, Nov. 23 -- Seattle Public Schools issued the following news: Tuesday, Nov. 14, Seattle Public Schools hosted the annual State of the District: Better Together. Throughout the evening, speakers and attendees shared what they love about Seattle Public Schools and how together we can realize our collective vision of excellence in education for every student. The evening featured an overview of last year's strategic plan progress and a number of student performances and speake more PR

Second Year of College Credit Plus Sees More Than 68,000 Students Saving $144 Million on College Costs (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 21 -- The Ohio Department of Higher Education issued the following news release: More than 68,000 high school students in Ohio took college classes during the 2016-17 academic year, earning college credit while meeting their high school graduation requirements and collectively saving more than $144 million on the cost of higher education. The Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE) today released details on the second full year of Ohio's innovative College Credit Plus p more PR

Selkirk College Trades Students Settle Into Renovated Shop Spaces (10)

CASTLEGAR, British Columbia, Nov. 22 -- Selkirk College issued the following news release: After more than a year of bustling construction activity on Nelson's Silver King Campus, newly renovated shop spaces are now filled with students and ready to welcome more in the new year. As part of an $18.9 million refresh of the trades-centric campus, for more than 12 months the main shop spaces have been filled with just as many career tradespeople as those learning the ropes. With the bulk of the re more PR

Sen. Brown Brings Senate Veterans Committee Hearing to Ohio (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 22 -- The office of Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) brought the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs to Ohio. Brown brought VA officials to the hearing in Columbus to hear directly from Ohio veterans. "Hearings like this one are so important, because the best ideas don't come out of Washington - they come from conversations like the ones we had today, with the women and men who serve our country, and more PR

Sen. Cantwell Lays Into GOP Tax Plan Over Middle-Class Tax Hikes (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The office of Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release: Today, at a U.S. Senate Finance Committee hearing to review the Republican tax proposal, Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) criticized the misguided bill for increasing taxes on working and middle-class Americans to further enrich corporations and the very wealthy. "Gouging middle class families to pay for the corporation [tax] breaks that you want to give is just wrong," Senator Cantwell said more PR

Sen. Cantwell Sounds the Alarm on Cyber Threats to America's Energy Grid (10)

SEATTLE, Washington, Nov. 22 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release: Today, Ranking Member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) delivered opening remarks at a symposium with leading experts regarding the needed urgency in addressing cybersecurity preparedness in the energy sector and to learn about higher education's efforts in preparing the w more PR

Sen. Cantwell, Senate Dems Call on DHS to Accept DACA Applications Delayed by Postal Service (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The office of Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) joined a group of Democratic Senators in sending a letter to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) expressing their concern with recent reports that DHS has rejected renewal requests for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) that were received after the application deadline due to U.S. Postal Service processing delays and called on the more PR

Sen. Carper Issues Statement on Republican Tax Bill (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The office of Sen. Thomas Carper, D-Delaware, issued the following statement after Republicans on the committee approved legislation to remake our entire economy and begin dismantling the Affordable Care Act: "This evening, Republicans on the Senate Finance Committee approved a bill to repeal a critical part of the Affordable Care Act, and blow a hole of at least $1.5 trillion in our federal deficit over the next 10 years in order to give millions of dollars in tax breaks more PR

Sen. Carper, Colleagues Conduct Oversight to Protect Servicemembers and Student Veterans (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The office of Sen. Thomas Carper, D-Delaware, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Tom Carper (D-Del.), a 23-year veteran of the U.S. Navy and Naval Reserves, joined his colleagues in conducting oversight on the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to protect and defend the education benefits of servicemembers and student veterans from unscrupulous for-profit institutions. On November 9, the VA more PR

Sen. Cortez Masto Commends Tunisian Government and Civil Society for Women's Rights Efforts Ahead of U.S. State Department Visit (10)

RENO, Nevada, Nov. 21 -- The office of Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: Ahead of U.S. Deputy Secretary of State John Sullivan's trip to Tunisia, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) sent a letter to the Tunisian government commending the recent passage of the Law on Eliminating Violence Against Women. If properly implemented, the law has the potential to increase stability in Tunisia and strengthen protections for Tunisian women. During this crit more PR

Sen. Franken, Reps. Davis, Krishnamoorthi Lead Effort to Help Foster and Homeless Youth Succeed in College (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 -- Rep. Danny K. Davis, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: On September 12, 2017, Senator Al Franken (D-MN), Congressman Danny K. Davis (D-IL), and Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL)introduced the Fostering Success in Higher Education Act of 2017 to provide robust support to help foster and homeless youth succeed in college. Congressman Bobby Scott, Ranking Member of the Education and Workforce Committee, and Congresswoman Susan Davis, Ranking Member of the S more PR

Sen. Gillibrand Announces Bipartisan Legislation To Promote Vocational Education & Entrepreneurship, Train Future Workforce For 21st Century Economy (10)

ALBION, New York, Nov. 21 -- The office of Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today visited Charles D'Amico High School to announce her bipartisan legislation, the 21st Century Strengthening Hands On Programs that Cultivate Learning Approaches for Successful Students Act. This bill would direct federal funding to high-tech training and education programs in high schools and institutions of higher education, which would give mo more PR

Sen. Hassan and Colleagues Press DoD and VA to Protect Veterans and Service Members at Bridgepoint Education's Ashford University (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The office of Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: Senator Maggie Hassan and a group of her colleagues today urged the Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to take steps to protect service members using Tuition Assistance (TA) benefits and veterans using GI Bill benefits at Bridgepoint Education's Ashford University in light of the company's impending loss of VA Post-9/11 GI Bill approval. On November 9th, more PR

Sen. Hassan, Congresswoman Kuster, Mayor Donchess Highlight How Republican Tax Bill Leaves Middle Class Families Behind (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The office of Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: "We need tax reform that helps middle class families and small businesses, but Senate Republicans are focused on an approach that favors corporate special interests and the wealthiest few," Senator Maggie Hassan said. "It was bad enough that the Republican tax plan would mean a tax increase for millions of middle class families and property taxpayers, but now Washington Republicans are a more PR

Sen. Hoeven Touts Economic Success and Growth of North Dakota's Technology Sector at 1 Million Cups Fargo (10)

FARGO, North Dakota, Nov. 23 -- The office of Sen. John Hoeven, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release: At the third annual 1 Million Cups (1MC) Reunion Fargo, Senator John Hoeven today underscored the importance of North Dakota's growing technology sector and how entrepreneurs are playing an important role in creating jobs and growing the state's economy. The senator also highlighted how the relationship between North Dakota and the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) industry has transfo more PR

Sen. Leahy Notches Key Victories for Lake Champlain and Vermont in Appropriations Bill (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The office of Sen. Patrick J. Leahy, D-Vermont, issued the following news release: Senate Appropriations Committee Vice Chairman Patrick Leahy Monday announced several key victories for programs that support Lake Champlain, conservation initiatives, and historic downtowns across Vermont. The programs were funded through the Appropriations Committee bill on the Interior, Environment and Related Agencies, for Fiscal Year 2018, which was released on Monday afternoon. The bil more PR

Sen. Renee Unterman Joins Experts, Local Community Resources at Mental Health, Addiction Information Session (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 23 -- The Georgia State Senate issued the following news release on the behalf of Georgia State Sen. Renee Unterman, R-Buford: Sen. Renee Unterman (R - Buford) will be joining Judge Kathy Schrader, other key experts and local community resources at a networking and program event - "My Loved One is Struggling, Now What?" - addressing mental health and addiction issues on Monday, November 27, 2017, starting at 6:00 p.m. at the Gwinnett County Justice and Administration Cent more PR

Sen. Renee Unterman Serves As Honorary Guest at GBI Youth Suicide Prevention, Awareness Summit (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 21 -- The Georgia State Senate issued the following news release on the behalf of Georgia State Sen. Renee Unterman, R-Buford: Sen. Renee Unterman (R - Buford) served as the honorary guest at the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) Child Fatality Review (CFR) Unit's Youth Suicide Prevention and Awareness Summit on Friday, November 17, at the Gwinnett County Justice and Administration Center. "I would like to thank the GBI CFR Unit for allowing me to speak at their summ more PR

Sen. Schumer Reveals: MTA/LIRR Trains Carrying Cargo, Supplies Pass Through Garden City Neighborhood Without Safety Precautions (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The office of Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release: Standing alongside the rail tracks at Washington Avenue and St. James Street in Garden City, with a father who took a shocking photo that revealed an MTA train passing through the unprotected intersection while a green traffic light glows, U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer warned about the dangers of this particular grade crossing. The senator pointed out that there are no real safety meas more PR

Sen. Strange Stands Up for School Choice (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The office of Sen. Luther Strange, R-Alabama, issued the following news release: Joining an effort to expand educational opportunities for children across the United States, Alabama Senator Luther Strange on Monday announced his membership in the Congressional School Choice Caucus, and cosponsored S. 235, the Creating Hope and Opportunity for Individuals and Communities through Education (CHOICE) Act. The legislation, introduced by Senator Tim Scott (R-SC), would take th more PR

Sen. Udall Secures Important Funding for NM in Interior and Environment Appropriations Bill (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The office of Sen. Tom Udall, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Tom Udall, ranking member on the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies, blasted the Republican majority's release of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies fiscal year 2018 Appropriations bill. In an unusual move, the Republican leadership on the committee chose to bypass the regular committee process by posting the bi more PR

Senate Education & Labor Committee Sets Hearing on Deputy Secretary, Assistant Secretary of Department of Education, Solicitor of Department of Labor Nomination (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following hearing information: Nominations at 430 Dirksen Senate Office Building at 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 15: Witnesses Brig. Gen. Mitchell Zais, USA (Ret.), Of Columbia, SC, Nominated To Be Deputy Secretary, Department of Education James Blew, Of Valencia, CA, Nominated To Be Assistant Secretary For Planning, Evaluation, And Policy Development, Department of Education Kate O'Scannlain, Of Chevy Chase, M more PR

Senate Health Committee Sets Hearing on Encouraging Healthy Communities: Perspective From Surgeon General (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following hearing information: Encouraging Healthy Communities - Perspective from the Surgeon General at 430 Dirksen Senate Office Building at 10 a.m. on Nov. 15: Witnesses Vice Adm. Jerome Adams, M.D. MPH, Surgeon General, Public Health Service, Washington, D.C. To watch the video of the committee hearing, click here: (https://www.help.senate.gov/hearings/encouraging-healthy-communities-perspective-f more PR

Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Ohio Department of Veterans Services (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 22 -- The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Chip Tansill, director of the Ohio Department of Veterans Services, at a field hearing entitled "The State of VA Services in Ohio": "Chairman Isakson, Ranking Member Tester, Senator Brown and members of the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs, thank you for inviting me to testify today. "I had the privilege of serving in the United States Army for 32 years including serving as chief of staff f more PR

Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From USAF Veteran (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 22 -- The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Air Force veteran Melissa Twine, at a field hearing entitled "The State of VA Services in Ohio": "First, I would like to thank Sen. Brown for inviting me to participate in today's hearing by sharing my experiences with the VA departments here in Ohio, both in Cincinnati and in Dayton. "A little about myself: I was brought up in the military way of life, as my father retired from the USAF. When I more PR

Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Veterans Benefits Administration (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 22 -- The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Ronald Burke, assistant deputy under secretary for field operations at Veterans Benefits Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, at a field hearing entitled "The State of VA Services in Ohio": "Good afternoon, Senator Brown, and distinguished Members of the Committee. Thank you for inviting us to discuss Veterans health care, educational, and disability benefits. I am accompanied to more PR

Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Sets Hearing on State of VA Services in Ohio (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following hearing information: State of VA Services in Ohio at the Columbus Metropolitan Library at 1:15 p.m. on Nov. 21: Presiding: Senator Sherrod Brown Panel I Chip Tansill, Director, Ohio Department of Veterans Services Keith Harman, Commander-in-Chief, Veterans of Foreign Wars Benjamin Fitzgerald, Veteran, Westlake, Ohio James Powers, Veteran, Massillon, Ohio Melissa Twine, Veteran, Batavia, Ohio Panel II - R more PR

Senators Urge the FTC to Strengthen Penalties Against Media Company That Misled Veterans About Educational Opportunities (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The office of Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), a member of the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee, led a group of nine Senate Democrats in urging the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to enforce stricter penalties against Victory Media, Inc. after the company misled servicemembers and veterans by failing to disclose that educational institutions had paid to be included in publications falsely m more PR

Sens. Collins, King Announce $388,000 From USDA for University of Maine's Potato Breeding Research (10)

BRUNSWICK, Maine, Nov. 21 -- The office of Sen. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has awarded a grant totaling $388,000 to the University of Maine at Orono to study potato breeding and improve quality and pest resistance in the eastern United States. "Maine potatoes are a staple in homes around the country and more PR

Sens. Collins, King Announce $388,000 From USDA for University of Maine's Potato Breeding Research (10)

BRUNSWICK, Maine, Nov. 21 -- The office of Sen. Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has awarded a grant totaling $388,000 to the University of Maine at Orono to study potato breeding and improve quality and pest resistance in the eastern United States. "Maine potatoes are a staple in homes around the country an more PR

Sens. Schumer, Gillibrand, Donovan Announce Just-Passed Defense Bill Includes Re-Evaluation Of Housing Allowance Provided To Staten Island Student Veterans (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The office of Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand and Congress member Dan Donovan today announced that the just-passed National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) includes a key amendment for Staten Island's student veterans. The bill, which is now headed to the President's desk to be signed into law, requires the Department of Defense (DOD) re-evaluate Staten Island's basic allowanc more PR

Sens. Van Hollen, Cardin Announce More Than $600,000 in Federal Funding for Maryland Aquaculture Research (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The office of Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Cardin (both D-MD) have announced $642,149 in federal funding for the University of Maryland Baltimore County's (UMBC) aquaculture efforts. The funds will be issued through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), which estimates that nearly two-thirds of fish consumed globally will be produced thr more PR

Sens. Warner, Kaine Announce More Than $300,000 to Help Rural Communities in Southwest Virginia Combat Opioid Epidemic (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The office of Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) will provide $321,638 to support health education initiatives spearheaded by the Virginia Cooperative Extension aimed at preventing opioid abuse among vulnerable communities in rural Southwest Virginia. "This grant will help educa more PR

Sens. Warner, Kaine Announce More Than $300,000 to Help Rural Communities in SWVA Combat Opioid Epidemic (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The office of Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) will provide $321,638 to support health education initiatives spearheaded by the Virginia Cooperative Extension aimed at preventing opioid abuse among vulnerable communities in rural Southwest Virginia. "This grant will help edu more PR

Seven Faculty Named 2017 AAAS Fellows (10)

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Nov. 21 -- The Washington University St. Louis School of Medicine issued the following news release: Seven faculty members at Washington University in St. Louis are among 396 new fellows selected by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the world's largest general scientific society. Michael G. Caparon Jr., PhD; Graham A. Colditz, MD, DrPH; John A. Cooper, MD, PhD; Michael S. Diamond, MD, PhD; Susan K. Dutcher, PhD; Timothy J. Eberlein, MD - all at more PR

Six Researchers From MD Anderson Elected As AAAS Fellows (10)

HOUSTON, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center issued the following news release: In recognition of their contributions to basic, translational, and clinical research, six faculty members from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have been named Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). Election as a Fellow, a tradition that began in 1874, is an honor bestowed upon AAAS members by their peers. MD Anderson's faculty now more PR

Six UC San Diego Professors Named 2017 AAAS Fellows (10)

LA JOLLA, California, Nov. 21 -- The University of California's San Diego campus issued the following news release: The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the largest general science organization in the United States and publisher of the journal Science, has awarded the distinction of fellow to six UC San Diego professors. Michael Burkart, Catherine Constable, Richard Gallo, William Gerwick, Miroslav Krstic and Lorraine Pillus will be honored on Feb. 17, 2018 during th more PR

Skills Shortages: A Threat for SMEs (10)

BRUSSELS, Belgium, Nov. 23 -- The UEAPME issued the following news release: The 2nd European Vocational Skills Week is a real opportunity to showcase the high value of Vocational Education and Training in Europe. It is a unique opportunity to promote and recognise the importance of vocational skills acquired on the job through national, regional and local events taking place across Europe, many of them organised by UEAPME members. On the occasion of the Skills Week, Secretary General Veronique more PR

Slow Progress on NRSS Costing Lives (10)

CANBERRA, Australia, Nov. 21 -- The Australian Automobile Association issued the following news release: World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, on Sunday November 19, is a time to pause and reflect on those who have been killed in road crashes, and a timely reminder of the need to make greater progress towards Australia's national road safety targets. The day of remembrance is observed on the third Sunday of November each year and is dedicated to the many millions of people killed more PR

SMART Scholarship Program Looks to Attract Future Scientists, Engineers (10)

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Air Force Personnel Center issued the following news: By Richard Salomon Public Affairs Jacob Dodson understands the dedication and commitment that it takes to defend our nation's interests. After all, his grandfather and father are Navy veterans, his two brothers are active-duty Marines and his brother-in-law is an Air Force C-130 Hercules pilot. In continuing the family's tradition of service, the 33-year-old research mechanical e more PR

Smart Specialisation: Regions and Cities As Innovation, Test Labs for Robotics (10)

BRUSSELS, Brazil, Nov. 22 -- The European Committee of the Regions issued of news release: During the European Robotics Week from 20 to 24 November, 30 European and regionally funded projects in the field of robotics are presented at the European Committee of the Regions (CoR). The event was officially opened on Tuesday 21 November by Markku Markkula, the assembly's First Vice-President. Research and innovation topics were also on the agenda of the CoR's Commission for Social Policy, Employment more PR

Smithsonian's National Zoo To Host CulturalDC's SPACE4: Visual Arts Initiative, Washington, D.C.'s First Mobile Art Gallery (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The Smithsonian's National Zoo issued the following news release: The Smithsonian's National Zoo, in collaboration with CulturalDC, will host Washington, D.C.'s first mobile art gallery during ZooLights, powered by Pepco, the Zoo's annual free holiday lights festival from Nov. 24 through Jan. 1 (except Dec. 24, 25 and 31). As part of CulturalDC's SPACE4: Visual Arts initiative, local artist Maggie Gourlay has created "Adaptation/Migration in the Anthropocene," an immersiv more PR

SMPTE Joins #GivingTuesday Movement With a Focus on Funding Standards, Membership, and Education (10)

WHITE PLAINS, New York, Nov. 23 -- The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers issued the following news release: SMPTE(R), the organization whose standards work has supported a century of advances in entertainment technology and whose membership spans the globe, will once again participate in #GivingTuesday on Nov. 28. #GivingTuesday is a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities, and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate more PR

SMU Chemist Wins 2017 Professional of Distinction Award (10)

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, Nov. 25 -- Saint Mary's University issued the following news release: Dr. Jason Clyburne, Professor in the Departments of Chemistry and Environmental Science at Saint Mary's University, was named the winner of the 2017 Professional of Distinction Award at the Discovery Centre's 15th Annual Discovery Awards for Science and Technology on November 23. The Professional of Distinction Award honours world-class scientists who demonstrate ingenious thinking in the creation of un more PR

Social Science Research Issues 14 Research Articles in November 2017 Edition (10)

AMSTERDAM, Netherlands, Nov. 25 -- Social Science Research, a peer-reviewed journal from Elsevier, published 14 research articles on the following topics in its November 2017 edition: 1) The lasting effect of intergenerational wealth transfers: Human capital, family formation, and wealth (Pages 1-14). Coauthors: Richard A. Benton, Lisa A. Keister 2) Studying neighborhood crime across different macro spatial scales: The case of robbery in 4 cities (Pages 15-29). Coauthors: John R. Hipp, James C more PR

Society of Professional Journalists Promotes Ethical Journalism With #GivingNewsDay (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 22 -- The Society of Professional Journalists issued the following news release: The Society of Professional Journalists has joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that encourages philanthropy and celebrates generosity worldwide. Occurring this year on Nov. 28, #GivingTuesday is held annually on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving to kick off the holiday season and inspire people to give back to the charities and causes they support. SPJ will celebrate this day a more PR

South Dakota Receives Extraordinary Support From National Governors Association, Education, Business Communities in National Fight to Bring Tax Fairness (10)

PIERRE, South Dakota, Nov. 22 -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release: Attorney General Marty J. Jackley is pleased to announce that the National Governors Association and the education and business communities have filed "friend of the court" briefs in support of South Dakota's petition to the United States Supreme Court on tax fairness. "The National Governors Association, educational leaders, and the business community have joined South Dakota in the more PR

Southeastern Laboratory School Earns 'Top Gains,' 'a' Rating (10)

HAMMOND, Louisiana, Nov. 22 -- Southeastern Louisiana University issued the following news release: The Southeastern Louisiana University Laboratory School was recently designated as a 'Top Gains' school for improving from an 'A' rating of 110 last year to a 118 'A' rating in school performance scores for 2016-17 as determined by the Louisiana Department of Education. As the only 'A'-rated school within the Tangipahoa Parish Public School system, the elementary school's score is based on studen more PR

Southport Eco-Centre Garden Shows How to Slow the Flow (10)

WARRINGTON, England, Nov. 21 -- United Utilities issued the following news release: Visitors to Southport Eco-centre will experience a modified garden space, demonstrating ideas on how to manage rainwater and reduce the impact of surface water. The garden was designed as part of United Utilities CEO challenge, which tasks current graduates in the company to develop new innovative approaches to existing business problems. The garden forms part of an education package created by the water compa more PR

Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito, Council Member Bill Perkins and New York City Council Announce Historic Agreement to Rezone East Harlem and Advance Community Plan (10)

EAST HARLEM, New York, Nov. 22 -- The New York City Council issued the following news release: The Council's modified plan secured $222 million in new investment including support for public housing, new affordable units, open space, and balanced economic development all while preserving the character and vibrancy of El Barrio/East Harlem El Barrio/East Harlem, NY - New York City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito, Council Member Bill Perkins and the New York City Council today announced an more PR

Speaker to Address Diversity in Engineering Education (10)

PLATTEVILLE, Wisconsin, Nov. 22 -- The University of Wisconsin-Platteville issued the following news: What do diversity and inclusion imply for engineering education in increasingly diversified campuses and workplaces today? How does this help campuses envision ways of fostering an environment that appeals to prospective students and respects and supports all individuals? To discuss diversity and inclusion topics and how they relate to engineering education, the University of Wisconsin-Plattev more PR

Special Education Report Outlines Need for Additional Resources for Michigan Students (10)

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 23 -- Lt. Gov. Brian Calley, R-Mich., issued the following news release: Michigan's special education students need more resources to reach their full potential, according to a new report presented to Lt. Gov. Calley today. Calley charged a subcommittee of members on his Special Education Reform Task Force to review funding models in other states and to identify priority investment areas to ensure Michigan has a system that meets each child's educational needs. The Spec more PR

Spotlight on Serving Limited English Proficient Consumers: Language Access in the Consumer Financial Marketplace (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued the following report summary and conclusion: Summary: Consumers who are Limited English Proficient (LEP) often encounter barriers to participating in the financial marketplace, including completing key financial documents, managing bank accounts, resolving problems with financial products, and accessing financial education. Financial institutions can help create a marketplace that empowers consumers to make decisions and ta more PR

SRU Earns a Top 10 In-state 'Best Online College' Ranking (10)

SLIPPERY ROCK, Pennsylvania, Nov. 23 -- Slippery Rock University issued the following news: Slippery Rock University has been recognized as a one of the Top 25 best online colleges in Pennsylvania by thebestcolleges.org. "We strive to connect prospective students with the best online degree programs available," said Brittany White, outreach team member at thebestcolleges.org. "This year, we reviewed all accredited online colleges in Pennsylvania to select the 25 that offered rewarding degree p more PR

SRU Graduate Student Jondavid Longo Elected Mayor of Slippery Rock (10)

SLIPPERY ROCK, Pennsylvania, Nov. 23 -- Slippery Rock University issued the following news: Jondavid Longo, a Slippery Rock University graduate student in secondary education from Slippery Rock, was recently elected mayor of Slippery Rock. Longo, 27, will be the youngest mayor in the borough's history when he takes office in 2018 for a four-year term. Longo, who earned a bachelor's degree in history at SRU in 2015, served as an infantryman in the U.S. Marine Corps. Brock Beck, an undeclared s more PR

SRU Seats 12 of 13 Presidential Search Committee Representatives (10)

SLIPPERY ROCK, Pennsylvania, Nov. 21 -- Slippery Rock University issued the following news: The Slippery Rock University Council of Trustees today took another step forward in the process of selecting a new president for the University when they approved two replacement representatives for the Presidential Search Committee and agreed to solicit applications from interested individuals for an open at-large position to be selected at their Dec. 8 meeting. The action was necessary due to resignat more PR

St. Lucie County Secures March 2018 in the New FAC Calendar (10)

FORT PIERCE, Florida, Nov. 22 -- St. Lucie County issued the following news: The Florida Association of Counties (FAC) recently announced the county photos selected to be featured in their 2018 FAC Calendar: Bodies of Water. St. Lucie County will be featured as March 2018 thanks to an excellent capture by St. Lucie County seasonal resident Beverly Reaume, who provided an image of the Fort Pierce Jetty. This year's theme, Bodies of Water, was chosen by FAC members back in July and a photo submi more PR

Stakeholder Coalition Urges Verma to Prioritize Advanced Payment Model Participation at Innovation Center (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The National Coalition on Health Care issued the following news release: In a letter sent Friday, the National Coalition on Health Care (NCHC) called on Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Seema Verma to make broader participation in advanced payment models for physicians, nurses, and clinicians the central focus of the Innovation Center's efforts to improve quality and curb costs. "Administrator Verma has the opportunity to move the needle on o more PR

Starting This Week, Tobacco Companies Must Run Court-Ordered Ads Telling Truth About Their Lethal Products (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The American Lung Association issued the following news release: Starting Nov. 26, the major U.S. tobacco companies must run court-ordered newspaper and television advertisements that tell the American public the truth about the deadly consequences of smoking and secondhand smoke, as well as the companies' intentional design of cigarettes to make them more addictive. The ads are the culmination of a long-running lawsuit the U.S. Department of Justice filed against the to more PR

Stat Staff Professionals Establishes Second Student Scholarship (10)

SARATOGA SPRINGS, New York, Nov. 21 -- The State University of New York's Empire State College issued the following news release: Stat Staff Professionals Inc., a nurse-owned and operated health-care staffing organization, and alumnus David Theobald '13, '17, have provided a second scholarship to SUNY Empire State College, which will support students enrolled in the college's School of Nursing and Allied Health. The Stat Staff Professionals Nursing and Allied Health Scholarship will award up t more PR

State Board of Education Approves Over $55 Million in School Infrastructure Improvement Funding (10)

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Nov. 22 -- The South Carolina Department of Education issued the following news release: The State Board of Education has approved over $55 million in funds allotted by the General Assembly to be used for school facility improvement projects in forty-eight eligible school districts. "I commend State Board Chair Dr. Ivan Randolph and the State Board of Education on their steadfast work to hear and approve these capital improvement requests." said State Superintendent o more PR

State Disciplines Health Care Providers (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, Nov. 22 -- The Washington State Department of Health issued the following news release: The Washington State Department of Health has taken disciplinary actions or withdrawn charges against health care providers in our state. The department's Health Systems Quality Assurance Division works with boards, commissions, and advisory committees to set licensing standards for more than 80 health care professions (e.g., medical doctors, nurses, counselors). Information about heal more PR

State of CPR Education in U.S. High Schools (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The American College of Cardiology issued the following news release: Bystander cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is known to improve survival of cardiac arrest; however, there is a disparate geographic variation in cardiac arrest survival and only a small number of the U.S. population is trained in CPR annually. According to the Institute for Medicine (IOM), high school students may be an excellent target for CPR training. A review published in the Journal of the Ameri more PR

State Recognizes Clark, Glenville (10)

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Nov. 23 -- The Cleveland Metropolitan School District issued the following news: The state has honored CMSD's Clark PreK-8 School and Glenville High School for exceeding expectations in student academic growth last year. The State Board of Education presented Momentum Awards to both schools. It is the second time that Clark has received the recognition. To receive the award, schools have to earn straight A's on all of the value-added categories on their state report cards. Va more PR

State Revenue Forecast for 2017-19 Budget Inches Upward (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, Nov. 21 -- The Washington Office of Financial Management issued the following news release: Washington's projected Near General Fund revenue collections for the 2017-19 state budget have increased by nearly $319 million, according to estimates released today by the Washington State Economic and Revenue Forecast Council. The increased revenue estimate is a 0.7 percent increase over the previous forecast. "The U.S. and Washington economies continue to perform largely as expe more PR

Statement by the Orthodox Union on the Appointment of Maury Litwack to Governor-Elect Phil Murphy's Education Transition Team (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 20 -- The Orthodox Union, also known as Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America, issued the following news release: "I am honored to join the Governor-elect's transition team," said Maury Litwack, Executive Director of the Teach Advocacy Network, A project of the Orthodox Union. "Phil Murphy's commitment to all New Jersey school children is reflected in the education transition team's diverse and qualified group, and I look forward to helping him craft a government that more PR

Stevens Environmental Scientist Named to Major Climate Change Panel (10)

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Nov. 22 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Stevens professor Julie Pullen has been named to a major federal panel on climate change science alongside leading earth science experts from Yale, Princeton, Stanford, Columbia and the University of Michigan representing a range of disciplines. The panel will review in depth the Fourth National Climate Assessment (NCA4): Impacts, a forthcoming second portion of the NCA4, a comprehensive climate- more PR

Stony Brook University Scholar & Future Diplomat Wins Prestigious Rangel Fellowship (10)

STONY BROOK, New York, Nov. 22 -- The State University of New York's Stony Brook campus issued the following news release: Following a highly competitive nationwide contest, Stony Brook University senior Lydia Senatus '18 has been awarded a 2018 Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Fellowship . The fellowship supports extraordinary individuals seeking to pursue a career in the U.S. Foreign Service. Funded by the U.S. Department of State and managed by the Ralph J. Bunche International Affair more PR

Stories From Overseas (10)

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, Nov. 25 -- Saint Mary's University issued the following news release: The Studio for Teaching and Learning hosted the seventh annual Stories from Overseas on Friday afternoon, bringing to a close a very busy and engaging International Education Week at Saint Mary's University. This year's Stories from Overseas included presentations from 21 Canadian and international students, who shared their experiences participating in study abroad programs coordinated by the office of more PR

Streamlined Genetic Tests and Respiratory Risks for Premature Babies (10)

SYDNEY, Australia, Nov. 24 -- The University of New South Wales issued the following news release: Streamlined genetic testing for women diagnosed with cancer and strategies to improve outcomes for premature babies in Australia were the subjects of the fifth Professorial Inaugural Lectures at UNSW. As demand for genetic counselling skyrockets, UNSW researchers are leading a nationwide program to train oncology specialists in how to offer genetic tests to women diagnosed with ovarian cancer. more PR

Strengthen Behavioral Skills of Workforce to Compete in Global Economy: World Bank Report (10)

MANILA, Philippines, Nov. 23 -- The World Bank issued the following news release: A person's ability to read, learn, think, remember and pay attention - "cognitive skills" - are important for moving ahead in life. But good "socioemotional" or "behavioral skills" like grit, openness, extraversion, agreeableness, emotional stability, and decision-making skills are equally important. Filipinos with higher levels of behavioral skills are more successful in completing secondary education and contin more PR

Strong Response Propels William Magee Center (10)

OXFORD, Mississippi, Nov. 21 -- The University of Mississippi issued the following news release: One story shared by one family about a son's death from an accidental overdose has spurred fundraising efforts exceeding $900,000 to establish a comprehensive alcohol and drug education and prevention center at the University of Mississippi. The investments, UM leaders say, will touch the lives of countless students and drive research efforts to develop and improve best practices related to prevent more PR

Student Loan Report Ranks Colleges for Creative Arts Scholarships Awarded (10)

DECATUR, Illinois, Nov. 23 -- Millikin University issued the following news release: Millikin University has been recognized by Student Loan Report as one of the top 150 private colleges that offer the most creative arts scholarship aid. Hundreds of private schools were analyzed in the study and were evaluated based solely on the amount of creative arts scholarship aid awarded. Millikin was ranked No. 23. "Student loans aren't the only option for students who need financial aid," Student Loan more PR

Student Success Center Receives Certification, Supports Learning (10)

MARYVILLE, Missouri, Nov. 21 -- Northwest Missouri State University issued the following news release: Northwest Missouri State University's Student Success Center recently achieved recertification for the programs it offers to help students excel academically. The College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) International Tutor Training Program Certification (ITTPC) team renewed the Student Success Center's 5-year certification. In addition, the International Center for Supplemental Instru more PR

Students Across the Globe Will Connect Virtually to Solve Entrepreneurial Challenges (10)

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Nov. 23 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news release: A new virtual exchange program will allow undergraduate students at the University of Michigan the chance to address social entrepreneurship challenges from opposite sides of the world. The MENA-Michigan Initiative for Global Action Through Entrepreneurship (M2GATE) is a program launched through the William Davidson Institute, a nonprofit education and research organization at the Ross School of Busin more PR

Students Offer Bystander Intervention Trainings for Campus and Beyond (10)

GOSHEN, Indiana, Nov. 23 -- Goshen College issued the following news: In the spring of 2015, seven students at Goshen College created a bystander intervention training program aimed at educating the student body on how to intervene in potentially harmful situations. Today, that group is better known as the Prevention Intervention Network (PIN) on campus. PIN began with support from Kendra Yoder, associate professor social work, and financial backing from the office of student life and then-De more PR

Students Who Soar: English Education Student Grateful for Teaching Experience (10)

BUFFALO, New York, Nov. 22 -- Buffalo State College issued the following news release: Even though Spencer Miliotto thrived in Advanced Placement (AP) English at Kenmore East High School, he wasn't a big fan of classic literature. His tastes ran more obscure. "I remember reading a science fiction novel about a group of aliens on a hostile planet. It was this book, along with countless X Minus One radio programs and Twilight Zone episodes, that pushed me toward speculative fiction," said Miliot more PR

Study Still Seeking Volunteers for Cancer, Exercise Study (10)

ALAMOSA, Colorado, Nov. 22 -- Adams State University issued the following news: The Adams State University Human Performance and Physical Education Department, SLV Health Clinic, and the Alamosa Family Recreational Center are collaborating on a cancer and exercise study. Dr. M. "Penny" Cooper, oncologist, and Danielle Smith, Adams State HPPE graduate student, are looking for cancer survivor volunteers for their study, "Investigating the Effects of a Supervised, Progressive Eight-Week, Physical more PR

Study: Absent for More Than 80 Years, Bears Returning to Nevada's Great Basin (10)

BOZEMAN, Montana, Nov. 22 -- The Wildlife Conservation Society issued the following news release: A new study from WCS, the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW), and the University of Nevada-Reno finds that conservation efforts have resulted in successful re-colonization of black bears into portions of their historic ranges in the Great Basin in Nevada. The animals had been absent from these areas for more than 80 years. WCS and NDOW teamed with researchers from the University of Nevada-Reno more PR

SU Hosts Middle School Students for Third MAA AMC8 Competition (10)

SALISBURY, Maryland, Nov. 22 -- Salisbury University issued the following news release: Some 240 middle school students from Maryland and Delaware recently participated in the third annual MAA American Mathematics Competition for middle school (AMC 8) at Salisbury University. The SU site for the Mathematical Association of America event is the second largest in the U.S., said Dr. Randall Cone, organizer and faculty in SU's Mathematics and Computer Science Department. The number of participants more PR

Sugar Industry Suppressed Evidence of Health Risks of Sucrose (10)

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Nov. 22 -- The University of California's San Francisco campus issued the following news release: The sugar industry buried scientific research almost 50 years ago that pointed to negative health effects of sugar, ceasing funding the research when it reflected negatively on the industry's interests, according to a new UC San Francisco study. In a study to be published Nov. 21, 2017 in PLOS Biology, the authors said their analysis of internal documents bolsters eviden more PR

Summary: FY2018 Interior, Environment Appropriations Chairman's Mark Released (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vermont, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release: The Senate Appropriations Committee Monday made public the Chairman's Mark for the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Fiscal Year 2018 Appropriations Bill. The Senate bill recommends $32.536 billion in discretionary funding for agencies funded by the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies bill, which includes $32.030 billion in more PR

Symposium to Fast Track Global Innovation in Health Care (10)

SYDNEY, Australia, Nov. 22 -- The University of New South Wales issued the following news release: Prominent medical and health experts from Australia and abroad will gather today to generate new insights into a more patient-focused and sustainable health care system at the inaugural SPHERE 2017 International Symposium. The conference, which is open to members of the public, will be held on Wednesday 22 and Thursday 23 November at the City Recital Hall in Sydney. Individual addresses and pane more PR

Tarrant County College Makes Military Times' Top 5 in First Year to Enter Survey (10)

FORT WORTH, Texas, Nov. 22 -- Tarrant County College issued the following news release: For the first time in school history, Tarrant County College is being recognized by Military Times as one of the best places for veterans to earn a college education. The publication ranked TCC Trinity River the nation's No. 2 public two-year higher education institution. "Tarrant County College Trinity River is proud to be recognized as one of the top two-year higher education institutions," said TCC Trin more PR

Tata Football Academy Announces Selection Trials for Budding Players Across States in India (10)

JAMSHEDPUR, India, Nov. 24 -- Tata Steel, a subsidiary of Tata Group, issued the following news release: Tata Football Academy (TFA) will begin the selection trials for inducting players into the Tata Football Academy. The trials will commence from November 24, 2017 in Ranchi, Jharkhand and over the next 3 months will be held across the country. They will conclude in Kerala on March 3, 2018. The shortlisted participating players will be called to TFA, Jamshedpur for the final selection which more PR

Tata Steel-Constructed Adarsha Vidyalaya (Model School) Inaugurated at Hatadihi in Keonjhar (10)

HATADIHI, India, Nov. 24 -- Tata Steel, a subsidiary of Tata Group, issued the following news release: The Adarsha Vidyalaya (Model School) at Jhanjhana village in panchayat Dhenka under Hatadihi Block in Keonjhar district, was inaugurated on November 23, 2017 by Shri Badri Narayan Patra, Hon'ble Minister, School and Mass Education, Government of Odisha. The school has been constructed by Tata Steel. Present on the occasion were Shri Mayadhar Jena, Hon'ble MLA, Hatadihi, Mr N Thirumala Naik more PR

TCC Chef to Compete for National Pastry Chef Honor (10)

FORT WORTH, Texas, Nov. 22 -- Tarrant County College issued the following news release: It's official! Tarrant County College Southeast Culinary Arts instructor Alison Hodges is a regional semi-finalist for the American Culinary Federation's 2018 Pastry Chef of the Year Award. Hodges, named in August as the state Pastry Chef of the Year at the Texas Chefs Association state convention in Corpus Christi, will compete at the 2018 ACF Central Regional Salon Feb. 16-18 at Madison College in Madiso more PR

TCC Recognized By Military Times As One of Nation's Best for Vets (10)

NORFOLK, Virginia, Nov. 22 -- Tidewater Community College issued the following news release: Tidewater Community College is among the top two-year schools in the nation for veterans, according to rankings released by Military Times on Nov. 20. TCC moved up to No. 5, seven spots higher than one year ago, in the rankings produced by the editorially independent news project. More than 600 colleges took part in this year's detailed survey that evaluates factors that make colleges and universities more PR

Teachers Association of Lee County Is Conducting a Series of Town Hall Style Forums (10)

FORT MYERS, Florida, Nov. 22 -- The Lee County School District has issued the following news: The Teachers Association of Lee County (TALC) is holding a series of town hall style forums for community members, parents, students, teachers and education professionals to have the opportunity to meet, hear from and speak with the members of the Lee County school board. The second of these forums will be 6:00- 7:00 p.m. on Monday, December 11 and will feature District 7 representative Cathleen Morgan more PR

Teaching and Learning, Learning and Teaching at MHC (10)

SOUTH HADLEY, Massachusetts, Nov. 23 -- Mount Holyoke College issued the following news: What does it feel like to inhabit another race in the virtual world? Can such an experience change the way we view social justice? Can it change the way we understand race and racism? These are some of the questions being confronted in the research of John Tawa, assistant professor of psychology at Mount Holyoke College. Tawa has designed a project for his students using Second Life, the virtual-world plat more PR

Temple Grandin, Richard H. Johnson Named AAAS Fellows (10)

FORT COLLINS, Colorado, Nov. 21 -- Colorado State University issued the following news release: Two Colorado State University faculty members, animal scientist Temple Grandin and atmospheric scientist Richard H. Johnson, have been named fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. This year, 396 members have been bestowed the title of AAAS Fellow for their "scientifically or socially distinguished efforts to advance science or its applications." New fellows will be prese more PR

TESOL Mourns the Passing of Anna Uhl Chamot (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Nov. 20 -- TESOL International Association issued the following news release: TESOL International Association is greatly saddened to learn of the passing of Anna Uhl Chamot in early November. A longtime contributor to the association, Chamot was a leading researcher, author and educator in the field, holding the prestigious position of Professor Emerita at The George Washington University. She created the popular Cognitive Academic Language Learning Approach (CALLA) which more PR

Texas State Sen. Sylvia Garcia Receives Teamster Support in Bid for Congress (10)

HOUSTON, Texas, Nov. 23 -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters issued the following news release: Teamsters Local 988 is proud to endorse Texas State Senator Sylvia Garcia for Congress. Garcia announced on November 14 that she would run for Congress in Texas Congressional District 29 for the seat that will be vacated by Gene Green, the incumbent not seeking reelection. Teamsters Local 988 believes we need to elect someone who has a clear vision in mind, but more importantly, someone wit more PR

Thanksgiving.com Launches New Look Ahead of Holiday Season (10)

PHOENIX, Arizona, Nov. 21 -- Gannett, a next-generation media company, issued the following news release: Thanksgiving.com, presented by online media and publishing company Grateful Ventures, launched its new look offering readers fresh holiday-themed content in an updated, user-friendly layout. As part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, Grateful Ventures creates lifestyle content and monetization strategies for high-influence food and cooking websites and bloggers. The new site includes an ultimate gu more PR

The Bay Area Can Double Their #GivingTuesday Gift to the Marine Mammal Center Through a $35,000 Match by the James Boyce Trust (10)

SAUSALITO, California, Nov. 23 -- The Marine Mammal Center issued the following news release: Nonprofits around the world are gearing up for #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving. In the Bay Area, The Marine Mammal Center is joining in the #GivingTuesday movement with a generous $35,000 matching gift from the James Boyce Trust. Donors can double the impact of their gift to give even more marine mammals a second chance at life, and inspire their more PR

The Boston Foundation Recognizes Class of Boston Neighborhood Fellows at Annual Meeting (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Nov. 22 -- The Boston Foundation issued the following news release: The Boston Foundation, Greater Boston's community foundation, recognized its newest class of Boston Neighborhood Fellows in a special tribute at the Foundation's Annual Meeting Thursday night. "Over 26 years, The Boston Neighborhood Fellows Program has recognized more than 150 grassroots leaders--people doing the hard, quiet, on-the-ground work that helps lift our communities and all of us," said Orlando more PR

The Education Trust-New York and Educators for Excellence-New York Call for 'Full and Immediate Transparency' on New York City's Placement of Teachers From the Absent Teacher Reserve (ATR) (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 22 -- Educators for Excellence issued the following news release: Educators for Excellence-New York and The Education Trust-New York today filed a Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) request to the New York City Department of Education seeking the public release of data on placement of teachers from the Absent Teacher Reserve (ATR). The full text of the FOIL request is below. The following statement can be attributed to Ian Rosenblum, Executive Director, The Education Trust-New Yo more PR

The Enzi Update - March 2017 Newsletter (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The office of Sen. Michael B. Enzi, R-Wyoming, issued the following newsletter: Supreme Court needs judge who understands West Last month President Donald Trump nominated Judge Neil Gorsuch to be America's next Supreme Court Justice. In a column, U.S Senator Mike Enzi wrote that Gorsuch is an admirable choice -- not only because of his unquestionable legal experience but because of his knowledge and understanding of the West. Senator Enzi noted that western issues are n more PR

The Enzi Update - October 2017 Newsletter (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The office of Sen. Michael B. Enzi, R-Wyoming, issued the following newsletter: Hello and happy fall! Wyoming has already received its first snowfall and kids around the state are thinking about how much candy they can get on Halloween - good signs that October is in full swing. It was great to see folks showing their support at the 2017 Wyoming Buddy Walk in Laramie earlier this month, along with the re-dedication ceremony for the Veterans Memorial Plaza at the Univers more PR

The Government Performance Lab at Harvard Kennedy School Awards Technical Assistance to the State of Colorado (10)

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Nov. 22 -- Harvard University's Kennedy School issued the following news release: The Government Performance Lab (GPL) at Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) announced today that it has selected the State of Colorado to receive technical assistance developing a performance improvement project that applies Pay for Success (PFS) principles to core agency services. This award is part of the second of two rounds of a national competition the GPL held for technical assistance, fun more PR

The National Football Foundation and Fidelity Investments Highlight the 2017 Faculty Athletics Representative Honorees (10)

IRVING, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame issued the following news release: The National Football Foundation (NFF) & College Hall of Fame announced today the names of the 13 faculty athletics representatives who will be honored as part of the 2017 NFF Faculty Salutes, presented by Fidelity Investments, honoring the significant contributions of faculty athletics representatives across the nation. "For many decades, faculty athletics representatives hav more PR

The OECD Calls on France to Modernise and Strengthen the Co-ordination of Labour Immigration (10)

PARIS, France, Nov. 21 -- The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development issued the following news release: In a new report, the OECD says that France should modernise and strengthen the co-ordination of labour immigration in order to attract foreign talent and align itself more closely with the needs of the labour market. "Recruiting immigrant workers in France" notes that, despite a recent increase, the labour migration of non-EU nationals remains low in France by international s more PR

The Venable Foundation, Inc. Awards an Impact Grant of $150,000 to Benefit the Legal Aid Society - New York (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 21 -- Venable, a law firm, issued the following news release: The Venable Foundation, Inc., the philanthropic arm of the law firm Venable LLP, is pleased to announce it has awarded an impact grant of $150,000 to benefit The Legal Aid Society - New York to support its Homeless Rights Project, which helps to improve access to shelter for low-income New Yorkers. Matthew T. McLaughlin, partner-in-charge of Venable LLP's New York office, added, "Homelessness is a serious issue in New more PR

Thomas College Students Attend National Education Conference in Missouri to Prepare for Future Teaching Careers (10)

WATERVILLE, Maine, Nov. 23 -- Thomas College issued the following news release: Seven Thomas College students and their professor joined more than 40,000 educators across the nation in St. Louis, Missouri for the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) conference last week. Students attended professional development sessions during the three-day conference, collected more than 80 free books for their own classroom libraries, and were able to meet and greet with famous authors such as La more PR

Three UCLA Professors Named Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, Nov. 21 -- The University of California's Los Angeles campus issued the following news release: Two doctors and a dentist from UCLA have been selected as 2017 fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. They are among 396 members awarded this honor by the AAAS for their scientifically or socially distinguished efforts to advance science or its applications. New fellows will be presented with an official certificate and a gold and blue rosette pi more PR

Three UNC-Chapel Hill Researchers Named AAAS Fellows (10)

CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, Nov. 21 -- The University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill issued the following news release: Professors Blossom Damania, Marcey Waters and Mark Zylka of UNC-Chapel Hill have each been named a fellow by the American Association of the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the world's largest general scientific society. The three Carolina researchers are among 396 new fellows being recognized by their peers for their distinguished efforts to advance science and its applicatio more PR

Thunderbolts Participate in Great American Smokeout (10)

LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, Arizona, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Air Force's 56th Fighter Wing issued the following news: By Airman 1st Class Caleb Worpel Public Affairs Every year, on the third Thursday of November, smokers across the nation take part in the American Cancer Society Great American Smokeout. The event encourages smokers to use the date to quit smoking or begin making a plan to quit. Thunderbolts took the entire month of November to spread tobacco awareness and celebrate GASO. The 56th Medic more PR

TIM: Digital Revolution for Citiziens, Business (10)

TURIN, Italy, Nov. 23 -- Telecom Italia issued the following news release: Virtual visits to museums that are thousands of miles away; driving safely thanks to a smartwatch. And more: optimisation of urban mobility and security; Big Data and Artificial Intelligence to help companies better interact with their customers. These are just some of the topics and applications presented today at TIM's Open Lab in Turin and that will be part of our upcoming "digital life". A future made possible by t more PR

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ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Nov. 22 -- The National Affordable Housing Management Association issued the following news release: The time for procrastination is over. With mere weeks remaining in 2017, the 2018 National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA) Drug-Free Kids calendars are disappearing just as fast. Order yours now by visiting the Online Store at www.nahma.org. A downloadable order form is also available on the calendar contest webpage. The cost is $5.50 per calendar, which i more PR

Top Democrats Raise Concerns About Roll Back of Civil Rights Under Guise of Religious Freedom (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Bobby Scott, D-Virginia, ranking Democratic member of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, issued the following news release: Education and the Workforce Committee Ranking Member Bobby Scott (VA-03), Oversight and Government Reform Committee Ranking Member Elijah Cummings (MD-07), Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard Neal (MA-01), Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone Jr. (NJ-06), and Appropriations Committee Ranking Member more PR

Tops Markets Awards Free Gas, Groceries to Geneva Resident (10)

WILLIAMSVILLE, New York, Nov. 25 -- Tops Friendly Markets, a full-service grocery retailer, issued the following news release: Tops Friendly Markets, a leading full-service grocery retailer in New York, northern Pennsylvania, western Vermont, and north central Massachusetts, is pleased to announce that the recipient of the 2017 Free Gas and Grocery Campaign is Geneva resident, Robert Thomas. The campaign, which kicked off October 1 and ran through October 14, 2017 raised over $27,000 for Golis more PR

Tops Markets Awards Free Gas, Groceries to Syracuse Resident (10)

WILLIAMSVILLE, New York, Nov. 25 -- Tops Friendly Markets, a full-service grocery retailer, issued the following news release: Tops Friendly Markets, a leading full-service grocery retailer in New York, northern Pennsylvania, western Vermont, and north central Massachusetts, is pleased to announce that the recipient of the 2017 Free Gas and Grocery Campaign is Syracuse resident, Jin-Ni Pinn. The campaign, which kicked off September 24 and ran through October 7, 2017 raised over $22,000 for Ups more PR

Total Pledges to Offset Carbon Emissions From All Company Plane Travel Through the Adilabad Biogas Project With the GoodPlanet Foundation (10)

PARIS, France, Nov. 21 -- Total, a multinational integrated oil and gas company, issued the following news release: Yann Arthus-Bertrand, President of the GoodPlanet Foundation, and Patrick Pouyanne, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Total, today signed an agreement for a project to deploy 8,400 biodigesters in Telangana State, India, to improve the lives of 45,000 people and contribute tackling climate change. This voluntary carbon neutrality initiative, eligible for certified carbon cre more PR

Training for Pharmacy Assistants to Support Pain Management (10)

CURTIN, Australia, Nov. 24 -- The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia issued the following news release: Pain is one of the most common reasons to visit a pharmacy. Many customers have established routines and preferred medicines to relieve their pain. The change to scheduling of certain medicines to relieve pain on 1 February 2018 represents a significant change to the types of medicines available to relieve pain in the pharmacy. This change is also expected to affect many customers' pain ma more PR

Training for Pharmacy Assistants to Support Pain Management (10)

CANBERRA, Australia, Nov. 25 -- The Pharmacy Guild of Australia issued the following news release: Pain is one of the most common reasons to visit a pharmacy. Many customers have established routines and preferred medicines to relieve their pain. The change to scheduling of certain medicines to relieve pain on 1 February 2018 represents a significant change to the types of medicines available to relieve pain in the pharmacy. This change is also expected to affect many customers' pain manageme more PR

Transforming Career Education Focus of New Skills for Youth Forum (10)

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Nov. 21 -- The Kentucky Department of Education issued the following news release: Top education and business leaders and others will highlight business partnerships that focus on apprenticeships, work-based learning practices and best practices focused on employer-engagement at a Nov. 27 forum tied to Kentucky's participation in a national New Skills for Youth (NSFY) Initiative. Kentucky is one of 10 states selected in January 2017 to receive a $2 million grant to strengt more PR

Treasurer Josh Mandel Announces Launch of the Belpre City School District Checkbook on OhioCheckbook.com (10)

BELPRE, Ohio, Nov. 22 -- Ohio State Treasurer Josh Mandel issued the following news release: Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel announced today the launch of the Belpre City School District's online checkbook on OhioCheckbook.com. In December 2014, Treasurer Mandel launched OhioCheckbook.com, which sets a new national standard for government transparency and for the first time in Ohio history puts all state spending information on the internet. OhioCheckbook.com recently earned Ohio the number one gove more PR

Trebling of School Suspensions for Assaults (10)

BIRMINGHAM, England, Nov. 23 -- The National Association of Schoolmasters Union of Women Teachers issued the following news release: Commenting on statistics from the Department of Education which show a trebling of pupil suspensions for assaults on education staff, Chris Keates, General Secretary of the NASUWT - The Teachers' Union said: "These figures are deeply shocking but regretably not all that suprising as it reflects what our members are reporting to us, that they are being assaulted an more PR

Tredway Published in The Palgrave Handbook of Feminism and Sport, Leisure and Physical Education (10)

ST. MARY'S CITY, Maryland, Nov. 21 -- St. Mary's College issued the following news release: Kristi Tredway, visiting assistant professor of the Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies Program at St. Mary's College, has published a chapter in "The Palgrave Handbook of Feminism and Sport, Leisure and Physical Education" (Palgrave Macmillan UK, 2018). The article, "Judith Butler, Feminism, and the Sociology of Sport," chronicles the ways in which Judith Butler's theories of gender performativity have more PR

TRIO Funding Rejections Unfair (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Danny K. Davis, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: Rep. Warren Davidson (OH-8), Danny K. Davis (IL-7), Bruce Poliquin (ME-2), and Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) led a coalition of 32 members of the U.S. House of Representatives in a letter to Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos asking to reverse grant rejections based upon minor errors such as double spacing. Over the past several months, the Department of Education rejected hundreds of Upward Bound grant appl more PR

Trustees Approve In-State Tuition for Students From Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands (10)

SCEHNECTADY, New York, Nov. 22 -- Schenectady County Community College issued the following news release: The Board of Trustees at SUNY Schenectady County Community College passed a resolution to take a proactive role in assisting students from Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands by offering them the New York State tuition rate. The resolution comes following a decision by the SUNY Board of Trustees to authorize its state-operated colleges and universities to offer in-state tuition for the more PR

Trustworthy Television Is Vital (10)

BRUSSELS, Belgium, Nov. 21 -- The United Nations Regional Information Center for Western Europe issued the following information: While the audio-visual industry is undoubtedly going through profound changes, television still holds a central place in the lives of millions of Europeans, as the average European spends more than 3 hours watching television content every day (Eurodata/EBU). For the fifth year in a row the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), the Association of Commercial Television more PR

TSU Looks to Change Landscape by Enhancing Its Continuing Education Offerings (10)

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 20 -- Tennessee State University issued the following news: No time for a traditional class schedule? Real estate, mobile app development, and entertainment legalese are just a few areas working professionals can now explore by taking self-paced noncredit courses at Tennessee State University. This expansion represents another milestone in the university's efforts to bridge the digital divide and position itself as a leader in the area of continuing education. Dr. E more PR

Turkey: Global Figures Join Call to 'End Gross Injustice' as Trial of Amnesty Chair, Director, Other Rights Activists Resumes (10)

LONDON, England, Nov. 22 -- Amnesty International issued the following news release: More than 70 renowned cultural and political figures have come together to demand that Turkish authorities drop trumped-up terrorism charges against 11 human rights defenders, including Amnesty International's Turkey Director and Chair. The call made by more than 30 politicians and scores of artists - including Edward Snowden, Sting, Ai Weiwei, Anish Kapoor, Catherine Deneuve, Angelique Kidjo - comes as the tr more PR

Tusculum Named to Top Military-Friendly School List (10)

GREENVILLE, Tennessee, Nov. 22 -- Tusculum College issued the following news: For the eighth year in a row, Tusculum has been named to the Military Friendly Schools(R) list. The 2018 list honors the top 20 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools that are doing the most to embrace America's military service members, veterans and dependents and to ensure their academic success. Schools on the list earn the right to use the Military Friendly School logo. Schools on the list range from more PR

Tuskegee ROTC Hall of Fame Inducts 19 (10)

TUSKEGEE, Alabama, Nov. 22 -- The Tuskegee University issued the following news: More than 560 years of combined military service, one Silver Star, one Purple Heart, eight Bronze Stars nine Legion of Merit awards, one captain, 17 colonels and one rear admiral -- just a few of the characteristics that define the 2017 class of inductees into Tuskegee University's ROTC Hall of Fame. "We depend on our armed forces to protect our national and global interests, and we applaud the military careers of more PR

Two Dallas Winners Among Outstanding Participants in EPA's Food Recovery Challenge (10)

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized the outstanding accomplishments of 16 winners participating in EPA's Food Recovery Challenge. Dallas' Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center and Cafe de Novo both won national award for Data-Driven Improvement in the sectors of sports and entertainment venues and restaurants and food service providers, respectively. "Food Recovery Cha more PR

Two Los Alamos Scientists Honored by AAAS (10)

LOS ALAMOS, New Mexico, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Los Alamos National Laboratory issued the following news release: Prominent researchers Angel E. Garcia and Laura Smilowitz of Los Alamos National Laboratory have been named Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). Election as a Fellow of AAAS is an honor bestowed upon Association members by their peers. "Recognition as a Fellow of AAAS is a distinct honor for our scientists, and it is particul more PR

Two Pre-eminent Bioethics Experts Headline Distinguished Lecture Series at Mary (10)

BISMARCK, North Dakota, Nov. 21 -- The University of Mary issued the following news release: Regarded as one of the best bioethics programs in America, in partnership with the National Catholic Bioethics Center (NCBC), the University of Mary program invites the public to its annual lecture series as it welcomes two of the leading authorities in the field -- Father Robert McTeigue, S.J., Ph.D., and Dr. Ashley Fernandes. McTeigue will present "Moral Decision Making," Friday, December 8, from 9 a more PR

U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA Extends Compliance Date for Electronically Submitting Injury, Illness Reports to December 15, 2017 (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued the following news release: To allow affected employers additional time to become familiar with a new electronic reporting system launched on August 1, 2017, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has extended the date by which employers must electronically report injury and illness data through the Injury Tracking Application (ITA) to December more PR

U.S. Embassy in Italy Issues Remarks at International Education Week Event (10)

ROME, Italy, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Embassy in Italy issued the following remarks by Deputy Chief of Mission Kelly Degnan at an International Education Week event: "Good evening and welcome to Villa Pinciana. I am pleased to host such a distinguished group of guests from the Ministries of Education and Foreign Affairs officials, rectors, members of the Italian and American academic community and exchange alumni. "This evening we celebrate International Education Week - which was last week, but as more PR

U.S. EPA Recognizes Food Recovery Efforts in California (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, Nov. 23 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is recognizing the outstanding accomplishments of seven California winners participating in EPA's Food Recovery Challenge. Winners include Sprouts Farmers Markets in Daly City and Carlsbad, Calif., Ramona High School in Ramona, Calif., Food Forward in North Hollywood, Calif., Cherokee Point Elementary School in San Diego, Calif., the City of S more PR

U.S. Government Builds Ten New Secondary Schools (10)

LILONGWE, Malawi, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Embassy in Malawi issued the following news release: U.S. Ambassador to Malawi Virginia Palmer, together with Malawi's Minister of Education, Science, and Technology Bright Msaka, today broke ground on a new Community Day Secondary School in Mwalasi, Machinga District. This ground-breaking marks the first phase of construction for ten new Community Day Secondary Schools to be constructed in Machinga and Balaka Districts to be funded by the U.S. Government, more PR

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Granted Full Accreditation (10)

KINGS POINT, New York, Nov. 21 -- The Maritime Administration's U.S. Merchant Marine Academy issued the following news release: The Middle States Commission on Higher Education granted the US Merchant Marine Academy full reaccreditation on November 16, 2017, after determining the institution meets the commission's rigorous and comprehensive standards in displaying characteristics of excellence in higher education. Rear Admiral James, A. Helis, USMMA Superintendent, said, "I thank all of the st more PR

U.S. Patents Awarded to Inventors in Florida (Nov. 25) (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 25 -- The following federal patents were awarded to inventors in Florida. *** Medrobotics Assigned Patent for Stabilizing Apparatus ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 25 -- Medrobotics, Raynham, Massachusetts, has been assigned a patent (9,821,477) developed by eight co-inventors for a "stabilizing apparatus for highly articulated probes with link arrangement, methods of formation thereof, and methods of use thereof." The co-inventors are Robert Anderson, Norwell, Massachusetts, Gabr more ST

U.S. Patents Awarded to Inventors in Massachusetts (Nov. 25) (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 25 -- The following federal patents were awarded to inventors in Massachusetts. *** Becton, Dickinson & Co. Assigned Patent for Automatic Angled Infusion Set Assembly ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 25 -- Becton, Dickinson and Co., Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, has been assigned a patent (9,821,113) developed by eight co-inventors for an "automatic angled infusion set assembly." The co-inventors are Russell Cole, New York, Eric Bene, Lynn, Massachusetts, Ryan Schoonmaker, San Marcos more ST

UA Cyber Institute Bolsters Capabilities, Plots New Direction (10)

TUSCALOOSA, Alabama, Nov. 22 -- The University of Alabama issued the following news: Recent additions to The University of Alabama Cyber Institute along with refocusing research and academic priorities should help it respond to the challenges and opportunities for cyber to change the human condition nationally and in the state. Researchers hired over the last few months will allow the Cyber Institute to branch into the areas of supply chain risk management and secure architecture as well as im more PR

UA Little Rock Professor Explores Role of Franciscan Bells in History of New Spain (10)

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Nov. 23 -- The University of Arkansas's Little Rock campus issued the following news: Since visiting 18th-century Franciscan missions in Texas as a child, Kristin Dutcher Mann, professor of history at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, has been fascinated by the role of sound and music in the history of New Spain. New Spain was a colonial territory of the Spanish Empire in the Americas that was made up of Mexico, Central America, the Southwestern and Central Uni more PR

UCI Wins Federal Grant to Explore Link Between Family Income, Early Brain Development (10)

IRVINE, California, Nov. 23 -- The University of California's Irvine campus issued the following news release: Based on a growing body of small-scale studies documenting that brain development in children from low-income households differs from brain development in children from higher-income households, the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health & Human Development has awarded $7.8 million to the University of California, Irvine for a five-year research project. "This is th more PR

UCO Ranked in Top Ten of 'Military Times Best: Colleges 2018' (10)

EDMOND, Oklahoma, Nov. 21 -- The University of Central Oklahoma issued the following news release: The University of Central Oklahoma again earned recognition as a top school for student veterans and active military, as The Military Times today announced Central as No. 10, among all surveyed four-year colleges and universities in the U.S., on its just-released "Military Times Best: Colleges 2018" list. Central jumped more than ten spots on the list, formerly known as "Best for Vets: Colleges," more PR

UK-Russia Year of Science, Education: Nature Research, UK Government, Roshydromet Partner To Improve International Research Impact Alice Henchley (10)

LONDON, England, Nov. 24 -- Nature Publishing Group Nov. 23, 2017issued the following news release: An intensive workshop delivered today (Monday 23 October) in Moscow marked the beginning of a new partnership designed to improve the international impact of Roshydomet's scientists and journals. Publisher of the world leading journalNature, Nature Research will be conducting training for Roshydromet's researchers designed at improving their ability to publish in international journals and commu more PR

UM Alumna Clara Turnage Receives Chronicle of Higher Education Award (10)

OXFORD, Mississippi, Nov. 23 -- The University of Mississippi issued the following news release: Clara Turnage, an alumna of the University of Mississippi's Meek School of Journalism and New Media, received The Chronicle of Higher Education's 2017 David W. Miller Award for Young Journalists, a $3,000 prize given to the publication's top intern each year. Turnage, a New Hebron native, began interning for the Chronicle shortly after graduating in May. She was recognized for her breaking news cov more PR

UM Launches Flagship Constellations to Tackle 'Grand Challenges' (10)

OXFORD, Mississippi, Nov. 23 -- The University of Mississippi issued the following news release: The University of Mississippi unveiled its Flagship Constellations initiative, which includes multidisciplinary teams with the goal of creating solutions in the areas of big data, brain wellness, community wellbeing and disaster resilience, on Friday (Nov. 17). Each team consists of faculty, staff and students through a collaborative effort to explore and solve complex issues through the diversity more PR

UMSL Named to Military Times' 'Best Colleges' List for 4th Straight Year (10)

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Nov. 23 -- The University of Missouri's St. Louis campus issued the following news release: When Jim Craig heard earlier this week that the University of Missouri-St. Louis had once again earned recognition from the Military Times, he was thrilled - but not particularly surprised. "What UMSL has accomplished with its veteran and military-connected programs is far ahead of anyone else in the region," said Craig, chair of the Department of Military and Veterans Studies. "Bei more PR

UMUC Is #1 in Military Times' Best Colleges 2018 Ranking (10)

ADELPHI, Maryland , Nov. 22 -- The University of Maryland's University College issued the following news release: For the second time in four years, Military Times has ranked University of Maryland University College (UMUC) #1 in its annual survey of the best online and non-traditional universities for military personnel and veterans. "The rankings were more competitive than ever this year, as a record number of schools participated in our annual survey, and less than half made the cut," the p more PR

UN Expert to Visit Fiji to Assess Human Rights Situation of People With Albinism (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Nov. 24 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release: The UN Independent Expert on the enjoyment of human rights by persons with albinism, Ikponwosa Ero, will visit Fiji from 27 November to 7 December to gather first-hand information on the situation in the country, which has one of the highest estimated rates of albinism in the world. The mission will have a particular focus on physical and mental health, including the availability of ade more PR

Union Demands Greater Investment in Leadership and Teaching in Schools by Turnbull Government (10)

VICTORIA, Australia, Nov. 24 -- The Australian Education Union issued the following news release: The Australian Education Union has demanded Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull's full commitment to leadership and teaching in schools following its release today of a submission to the Review to Achieve Educational Excellence in Australian Schools. 'Principals need more time to lead, and teachers need more time to teach,' said Correna Haythorpe, Federal President of the Australian Education Union, t more PR

Union Settles Lawsuit Over HHS Abortion Mandate (10)

JACKSON, Tennessee, Nov. 21 -- Union University issued the following news release: Union University has settled its lawsuit against the U.S. government concerning the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' mandate that Union provide abortion-causing drugs as part of its employee health plans. Under the terms of the settlement, the U.S. government agreed that the mandate was a violation of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act and that under the Supreme Court's decision in the Burwell v. more PR

University of Houston Among Outstanding Participants in EPA's Food Recovery Challenge (10)

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized the outstanding accomplishments of 16 winners participating in EPA's Food Recovery Challenge. The University of Houston won the national award for Data-Driven Improvement in the colleges and universities sector. "Food Recovery Challenge award winners serve as role models in their communities and for other organizations," said EPA Admi more PR

University of Maryland Issues Statement on Tax Bill (10)

COLLEGE PARK, Maryland, Nov. 21 -- The University of Maryland issued the following statement: * * * University of Maryland President Wallace D. Loh, alongside the Chancellor of the University System of Maryland and twelve of his counterparts in the state of Maryland, expressed concerns about the impact on higher education of H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. The letter, written to Maryland's Congressional delegation, notes several provisions of most concern. On the proposal to treat tuition more PR

University of Maryland Statement on Tax Bill (10)

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Nov. 21 -- The University of Maryland issued the following news: University of Maryland President Wallace D. Loh, alongside the Chancellor of the University System of Maryland and twelve of his counterparts in the state of Maryland, expressed concerns about the impact on higher education of H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. The letter, written to Maryland's Congressional delegation, notes several provisions of most concern. On the proposal to treat tuition remission as ta more PR

University of Rhode Island Among The Princeton Review's Greenest Colleges (10)

KINGSTON, Rhode Island, Nov. 22 -- The University of Rhode Island issued the following news release: The University of Rhode Island's commitment to sustainability is once again in the spotlight as The Princeton Review has named URI among the nation's "greenest" colleges for the eighth year in a row. The Princeton Review's Guide to 375 Green Colleges: 2017 Edition profiles colleges with exceptional commitments to sustainability based on their academic offerings and career preparation for studen more PR

University of Wisconsin Pioneer Spotlight: Scott Ringgenberg (10)

PLATTEVILLE, Wisconsin, Nov. 25 -- The University of Wisconsin-Platteville issued the following news: Dr. Scott Ringgenberg has had a lifetime interest in sports and competition as well as a desire to help people become stronger and healthier. As associate professor of health and human performance at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, he has the opportunity to pursue these passions and inspire students in his courses to do the same. Currently in his 17th year of teaching in the Departmen more PR

University Ranks 16th Nationally Among Master's Institutions in International Student Enrollment (10)

MANKATO, Minnesota, Nov. 19 -- Minnesota State University's Mankato campus issued the following news release: Minnesota State University, Mankato has moved up from being tied for 23rd to a ranking of 16th nationally among master's institutions in international student population, according to an annual "Open Doors Report" released Monday, Nov. 13 by the Institute of International Education. The report reflects a continued climb up the national rankings for Minnesota State Mankato, which was ra more PR

UNK ECampus Experiences Numerous Changes, Rapid Growth Over Past 42 Years (10)

KEARNEY, Nebraska, Nov. 22 -- The University of Nebraska-Kearney issued the following news: For more than 40 years, the University of Nebraska at Kearney has been a leader in bringing education to students no matter where they live. UNK's online education unit, commonly known for the last 12 years as eCampus, has seen a plethora of name changes in its four-decade history, including: Expanded Campus, Continuing Education, Continuing Education and Extended Campus, Division of Continuing Education more PR

UNMC Seeks Participants for Alzheimer's Disease Prevention Trial (10)

OMAHA, Nebraska, Nov. 23 -- The University of Nebraska Medical Center issued the following news release: The University of Nebraska Medical Center will be launching an Alzheimer's disease (AD) research study this fall and will be recruiting subjects for the trial. The study, which is headed by Daniel Murman, M.D., professor in the UNMC Department of Neurological Sciences and director of the Memory Disorders & Behavioral Neurology Program, is called The Alzheimer's Prevention Initiative (API) G more PR

UNO Recognized for Military Friendliness (10)

OMAHA, Nebraska, Nov. 23 -- The University of Nebraska's Omaha campus issued the following news release: For the sixth consecutive year, the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) has been named in the top 10 of the "Military Times' Best: Colleges 2018" rankings. Representatives from more than 600 colleges and universities from across the country took part in the survey, which is designed, each year, to provide service men and women a gauge by which to judge whether a school or degree program w more PR

UNSW Canberra Debates a Rethink of Cyber Security Education (10)

SYDNEY, Australia, Nov. 24 -- The University of New South Wales issued the following news release: An international workshop next week will encourage Australians to learn from the United States and China regarding radical new measures for cyber security education. The Acting Director of the Australian Centre for Cyber Security at UNSW Canberra, Professor Greg Austin, says the global education scene has moved quickly. "China is building a national cyber security college which will train 10,000 more PR

USAID Issues Broad Agency Announcement for Sustainable Development in Sub-Saharan Africa (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued a Broad Agency Announcement for sustainable development in Sub-Saharan Africa. No award amount was specified for this program. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. This funding opportunity is open to public, private, for-profit, and nonprofit organizations; institutions of higher education; public international organizations; non-governmental organ more ST

USAID Issues Request for Information for Infectious Disease Standby for Humanitarian Emergency (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued a Request for Information for infectious disease with epidemic or pandemic potential standby and augment capacity for a humanitarian emergency. No award amount was specified for this program. The agency said the grant was associated with disaster prevention and relief. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; Native American tribal governments and organizat more ST

USAID Issues Request for Information on Infectious Disease Standby Capacity for Humanitarian Emergency (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued a Request for Information on infectious disease standby and augment capacity for a humanitarian emergency. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; Native American tribal governments and organizations; institutions of higher education; Historically Black Colleges and Universities; Tribally-Controlled Colleges more ST

USAID Mission Director Andy Karas Visits Programs in Iringa (10)

DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Embassy in Tanzania issued the following news release: Andy Karas, Mission Director of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Tanzania travelled to sites throughout Iringa Region November 13-17, touring U.S. Government programs in agriculture, natural resource management, conservation, economic growth, health, disability, and education. The USAID delegation also observed the integration of gender equality and youth across more PR

USD Nursing Receives Bush Foundation Grant to Lead Advanced Care Planning Training (10)

VERMILLION, South Dakota, Nov. 22 -- The University of South Dakota issued the following news: The University of South Dakota Department of Nursing has received a two-year grant from the Bush Foundation to train USD nursing students and community health care professionals to teach members of the public about "end of life" decision-making, also known as advanced care planning. The $152,000 grant was awarded as part of the Bush Foundation's Community Innovation Grant program, and is intended to more PR

USDA Awards Funds to Support Rural Veterinary Services (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture has issued the following news release: The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) today announced 13 grants to support rural veterinary services and relieve veterinarian shortages in parts of the U.S. and its insular areas. The funding from NIFA's Veterinary Services Grant Program (VSGP) is authorized by the 2014 Farm Bill. "Rural veterinary more PR

USDA Helps Military Veterans Learn Skills for Farming and Ranching Careers (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture has issued the following news release: The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) today announced a new grant opportunity to help military veterans pursue farming and ranching careers. Funding is made through NIFA's Enhancing Agricultural Opportunities for Military Veterans Competitive Grants Program (AgVets). "Nearly four million veterans re more PR

USDA Rural Development Announces New Executive Leadership (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development Agency has issued the following news release: Assistant to the Secretary for Rural Development Anne Hazlett today announced the appointment of new leadership in several key roles within the Rural Development mission area: a Chief Innovation Officer, who will lead the new Rural Development Innovation Center; and a Director of External Affairs, who will manage the Agency's legislative and public affairs activities. Gin more PR

USDA Scientists Honored as AAAS Fellows (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the following news release: Two USDA scientists have been honored as 2017 Fellows by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). Dr. Chavonda Jacobs-Young, who serves as Administrator for USDA's Agriculture Research Service as well as Acting Deputy Under Secretary for Research, Education, and Economics, and Dr. Autar K. Mattoo, an ARS plant physiologist, were named Fellows in a vote by the AAS Council in recog more PR

USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture Announces Support for Education, Mentoring, and Technical Assistance Programs to Help New Farmers and Ranchers (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture has issued the following news release: The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) today announced $17.7 million in available funding to support the delivery of education, mentoring, and technical assistance programs that help beginning farmers and ranchers in the U.S. and its territories. Funding is made through NIFA's Beginning Farmer and Ran more PR

USDA's NIFA Awards Funds to Support Sustainable Forest and Rangeland Programs (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture has issued the following news release: The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) today announced three grants to help promote sustainable management practices by America's forest landowners and ranchers. The grants from NIFA's Renewable Resources Extension Act - National Focus Fund Projects (RREA-NFF) support regional and national projects t more PR

USF Joins Catholic Leaders to Address Climate Change (10)

JOLIET, Illinois, Nov. 21 -- The University of St. Francis issued the following news release: The University of St. Francis (USF) joins 161 leaders in the U.S. Catholic community on behalf of the Catholic Climate Covenant (CCC) in delivering a letter to President Trump and Congress asking them to support a global effort to address climate change by: * supporting the Senate's request to provide $10 million to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the Intergovern more PR

USPOULTRY Foundation Allocates $282,500 in Student Recruiting Grants (10)

TUCKER, Georgia, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Poultry and Egg Association issued the following news release: The USPOULTRY Foundation awarded student recruiting grants totaling more than $282,500 to six U.S. universities with Poultry Science departments and 29 other institutions with industry-related programs. The Foundation provides annual recruiting and retention funds to colleges and universities to attract students to their poultry programs. The grants were made possible in part by gifts to the USPO more PR

USPOULTRY Foundation Allocates $282,500 in Student Recruiting Grants (10)

TUCKER, Georgia, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Poultry Foundation issued the following news release: The USPOULTRY Foundation awarded student recruiting grants totaling more than $282,500 to six U.S. universities with Poultry Science departments and 29 other institutions with industry-related programs. The Foundation provides annual recruiting and retention funds to colleges and universities to attract students to their poultry programs. The grants were made possible in part by gifts to the USPOULTRY Fou more PR

UT Martin Dean Named a Fellow in the APLU National Food Systems Leadership Institute (10)

MARTIN, Tennessee, Nov. 23 -- The University of Tennessee's Martin campus issued the following news release: Dr. Todd Winters, professor of animal science and dean of the University of Tennessee at Martin College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences, has been accepted as a fellow in the Food Systems Leadership Institute for fall 2017. The FSLI is an executive leadership development program for academia, industry and government. The institute is a program of the Association of Public and Land-gra more PR

UTA Leads Texas in Serving Military Veterans (10)

ARLINGTON, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The University of Texas's Arlington campus issued the following news release: Military Times once again ranked The University of Texas at Arlington the No. 1 four-year institution in Texas for veterans and their families to earn a college degree. Nationally, UTA ranked No. 12 on the Military Times Best: Colleges 2018 list. UTA is the only four-year Texas school in the top 20, moving up eight spots from its 2017 ranking. In addition, Victory Media ranked UTA No. 9 a more PR

UTHealth Executive Elected As 2017 AAAS Fellow (10)

HOUSTON, Texas, Nov. 20 -- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston issued the following news release: Michael R. Blackburn, Ph.D., a nationally recognized lung disease researcher and academic leader at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), has been named a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). Election as a Fellow is an honor bestowed upon AAAS members by their peers. This year, the AAAS awarded 396 members thi more PR

UTHealth Healthcare Management Program Earns CAHME Accreditation (10)

HOUSTON, Texas, Nov. 23 -- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston issued the following news release: The Master of Public Health in Healthcare Management degree program at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) School of Public Health has become one of just five M.P.H. programs in the country to receive prestigious accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation Healthcare Management Education (CAHME). Considered the benchmark that ensures the more PR

UTHealth Holds Mass Casualty Incident to Prepare Students for Worst (10)

HOUSTON, Texas, Nov. 20 -- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston issued the following news release: Screams were heard as a runaway car plowed through a crowd before the vehicle crashed and the wreckage was engulfed in flames. The chaos was heightened by the sirens from fire trucks and ambulances rushing to the scene. After firefighter cadets from the Houston Fire Department (HFD) subdued the flames, more than 300 students and volunteers from The University of Texas Health Sc more PR

UW Bothell Students Around the World (10)

BOTHELL, Washington, Nov. 21 -- The University of Washington's Bothell campus issued the following news release: Nearly 600 international students are enrolled at the University of Washington Bothell this year, and increasing numbers of UW Bothell students study abroad, with more than 150 participating last year. More students, 262 last year, have a global academic experience through a UW Bothell Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) course, says Natalia Dyba, director of global i more PR

UW Endowed Professor Shares Online Teaching Advice With Inside Higher Ed (10)

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Nov. 20 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: It can be easy for students to not feel connected in an online environment -- particularly in classes that aren't conducted live. When you don't have any personal interactions, or even see faces, it may not seem like there is anyone listening to you. Leigh A. Hall, Wyoming Excellence in Higher Education Endowed Chair Professor in Literacy Education at the University of Wyoming, shared her advice on how to more PR

UWF to Offer New Course on Marketing Lionfish As Food (10)

PENSACOLA, Florida, Nov. 21 -- The University of West Florida, a component of public state university system in Florida, issued the following news release: Beginning this spring, the University of West Florida College of Business will offer a new course that will delve into the potential to market the highly invasive lionfish to consumers. The hope is that enhancing the lionfish market as food could help curb its threat to native species in the Gulf of Mexico. The course, Gulf Coast Business I more PR

VA Appoints New Members to Veterans' Advisory Committee on Education (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs issued the following news release: The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced the appointment of 12 new members to its Veterans Advisory Committee on Education, to be chaired by former U.S. Sen. James H. Webb. "Senator Webb has consistently put Veterans first throughout his career," said VA Secretary Dr. David J. Shulkin. "He will bring outstanding experience and knowledge to the leadership of the committee." By statut more PR

VA Seeks Firing Range Services for Puget Sound Veteran Health Police Services (10)

DUPONT, Washington, Nov. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a sources sought notice (36C26018Q9064) for firing range services for the Puget Sound Veteran Health Administration Police Services at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System, 1660 South Columbian Way Seattle, WA 98108 or 9600 Veterans Drive SE, Tacoma, WA 98493. Response Date: Dec. 6, 2017; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 611 - Educational Services/611699 - All Other Miscellaneou more CTR

VA Seeks Logistic Support Services in Maryland (10)

FREDERICK, Maryland, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a sources sought notice (36C10X18Q9076) for logistic support services. Response Date: Jan. 10, 2018; Set Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 611 - Educational Services/611710 - Educational Support Services. more CTR

Verizon and NBCUniversal Expand Partnership for Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (10)

NEW YORK, Nov. 22 -- NBCUniversal issued the following news release: NBCUniversal, Verizon and Macy's announced that the 360 livestream of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on Verizon's YouTube page will return for a second year with enhanced camera positions including a traveling camera onboard the lead Parade float. New to the television broadcast through this year's partnership is the first Picture in Picture activation in parade history, giving audiences non-stop content in commercial time more PR

Veteran Alumnus on State Department Fellowship (10)

BOTHELL, Washington, Nov. 23 -- The University of Washington's Bothell campus issued the following news release: Dzakovic wore them as a combat medic in Iraq, later while deployed in Uganda and again when hitchhiking across America (photo, left) for the capstone project for a UW Bothell master's degree in cultural studies. Now Dzakovic has taken the boots to Washington, D.C., for a fellowship with the U.S. State Department. Dzakovic, known as Ryan Blanco while a student at UW Bothell, has been more PR

VI Caribbean Cultural Center at UVI Celebrates 5th Anniversary (10)

ST. THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands, Nov. 21 -- The University of the Virgin Islands issued the following news release: Despite hurricanes Irma and Maria's damage to the Albert A. Sheen Campus and in proactive recovery mode throughout the University of the Virgin Islands (UVI), the Virgin Islands Caribbean Cultural Center (VICCC) celebrated its 5th Anniversary on November Nov. 9, 2017. The anniversary celebration was held in the VICCC Administrative Conference Suite in the Delta Jackson Dorsch Resi more PR

Vice President Pence Speaks at Tax Foundation Annual Dinner (10)

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The White House issued the following remarks by Vice President Mike Pence at the Tax Foundation Annual Dinner at the National Building Museum: THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you, David, for that kind introduction. Thank you for your leadership here at the Tax Foundation as chairman of the board. It's wonderful to see a Hoosier in such a vaunted position, making such a difference in this great organization. And to my friend Scott Hodge, to members of the board, distinguished m more PR

Video: Birds Drowned, Other Animals Killed Slowly at Dissection Supplier (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Minnesota, Nov. 22 -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: A new PETA video expose of Bio Corporation in Alexandria, Minnesota, shows workers at the classroom dissection supplier drowning fully conscious pigeons in a vat of water, injecting live crayfish with liquid latex dye in order to kill them, and discussing how frozen turtles shipped to the facility sometimes came "back to life" and were refrozen. PETA has prompted a criminal investig more PR

Vincennes Tax Preparer Sentenced in Fraud Scheme (10)

EVANSVILLE, Indiana, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Indiana, Josh Minkler, issued the following news release: United States Attorney Josh Minkler announced today that a tax preparation business owner was sentenced in federal court for her preparation of over 350 false tax returns in 2015, 2016, and 2017. Deborah L. Richards, 56, previously pleaded guilty to three counts willfully aiding and assisting in the preparation of false tax returns. Richards was sentenced to 4 more PR

Vincennes University Ranked Among Nation's Best for Veterans and Active Military Students (10)

VIENNA, Virginia, Nov. 22 -- Vincennes University issued the following news release: Military Times announced its Military Times Best: Colleges 2018 rankings on Nov. 20, formerly known as Best for Vets. In their eighth year, the rankings factor in the results of Military Times' annual survey, the most comprehensive school-by-school assessment of veteran and military student services and rates of academic achievement. As with all Military Times rankings, Best Colleges 2018 is an editorially ind more PR

VIU Hr Students Take Major Step in Achieving Professional Designation (10)

NANAIMO, British Columbia, Nov. 22 -- Vancouver Island University issued the following news: Students taking Vancouver Island University's (VIU) Bachelor of Business Administration, major in Human Resources (HR), will graduate knowing their education reaches the highest professional standard in their field in Canada. The program is supported by the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources of BC & Yukon (CPHR BC & Yukon), and the coursework meets their standards. This means VIU students can b more PR

VIU Participates in Global Day of Giving (10)

NANAIMO, British Columbia, Nov. 20 -- Vancouver Island University issued the following news: Students, staff and faculty at Vancouver Island University (VIU), as well as the University's community supporters, are banding together to make a difference in the lives of students on Giving Tuesday. Giving Tuesday is a global movement for giving that falls on the Tuesday following Black Friday and Cyber Monday. On this day, people are invited to get together to raise money and awareness about favour more PR

VIU Participates in Global Day of Giving (10)

NANAIMO, British Columbia, Nov. 23 -- Vancouver Island University issued the following news: Brianna Thorne is getting the education she needs to realize her lifelong dream of becoming a teacher. The VIU Cowichan first-year Bachelor of Education student started the program in September, after spending a year upgrading through the campus's Adult Basic Education (ABE) program. The financial support she received through bursaries and awards, both last year and this year, was essential in enabling more PR

Vocational Education, Training in European Spotlight: Second European Vocational Skills Week Launched (10)

BRUSSELS, Belgium , Nov. 21 -- The European Commission issued the following news release: From 20 to 24 November 2017, the European Commission is organising the second European Vocational Skills Week, building on the success of last year's initiative. The objective is to inspire people to discover, use and improve their talents and abilities through vocational education and training (VET). Encouraging people to consider VET as first choice in their career path is one of the ten key actions pro more PR

Vogl Honored By Council of International Schools (10)

PLATTSBURGH, New York, Nov. 21 -- The State University of New York's Plattsburgh campus issued the following news release: The Council of International Schools has honored Jackie Vogl, associate vice president for global education and director, Global Education Office, with its T. Michael Maybury Award. The award, named in honor of the former CIS executive director, was presented at the CIS Forum on International Admission and Guidance Nov. 15-16 in Edinburgh, Scotland. The citation said in pa more PR

Wallace State's Diesel Technology Chair Jeremy Smith Earns NC3 Master Trainer Status (10)

HANCEVILLE, Alabama, Nov. 22 -- Wallace State Community College issued the following news: Wallace State Diesel Technology Chair Jeremy Smith has been named a National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) Master Trainer. Smith is a Master Trainer certifier in Battery Starting and Charging and Torque after recently completing training in North Carolina. "As a Master Trainer, I'm able to administer the training for instructors and students across the state as well as the nation. Battery Sta more PR

Wardle Selected As Director of UW Art Museum (10)

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Nov. 20 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: The curator of academic initiatives at Duke University's Nasher Museum of Art has been named as director of the University of Wyoming Art Museum. Marianne Eileen Wardle, who was born and raised in the Intermountain West, will begin her duties at UW Jan. 29. She succeeds longtime UW Art Museum Director Susan Moldenhauer, who retired Nov. 6. Nicole Crawford, curator of collections, will serve as interim dir more PR

Warren Wilson College Turns 123-Years-Old (10)

SWANNANOA, North Carolina, Nov. 22 -- Warren Wilson College issued the following news release: For decades, Warren Wilson College has listed its founding date as Nov. 30, 1894. The date is published in books and celebrated by "This Day in History" websites. However, new research has revealed a possible discrepancy in the College's birth date. In April 1893, the Asheville Daily Citizen reported on the purchase of roughly 400 acres near Asheville. The property was for a new school, which was to more PR

Washington Republicans Want to Raise Arizonans Taxes So Wealthy Can Get Tax Break (10)

PHOENIX, Arizona, Nov. 22 -- The Arizona Democratic Party issued the following news release: Herschel Fink, executive director of the Arizona Democratic Party, released the following statement after House GOP Leadership and Congresswoman Martha McSally in Washington forced through a tax reform plan that would explode the national deficit by about $1.5 trillion, cut nearly $25 billion from Medicare, and slash numerous tax deductions, including the mortgage interest deduction from Arizonans - mak more PR

Watch Highlights From 2017 Missouri Business Awards (10)

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Nov. 21 -- The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry issued the following news release: The 2017 Missouri Business Awards on Nov. 16 brought together business and policy leaders from all across the state to celebrate the companies and individuals dedicated to improving our economy and boosting jobs. The evening's honorees included Fabick Cat, Governor Eric Greitens, Missouri's fastest growing companies and many others. Congratulations to All Our 2017 Award Winners more PR

WBU Honors Kollmans for Philanthropic Ventures (10)

LUBBOCK, Texas, Nov. 21 -- Wayland Baptist University issued the following news release: Wayland Baptist University honored longtime supporters Robert and Stacey Kollman on Thursday with the Spirit of Philanthropy Award at a luncheon celebrating National Philanthropy Day and hosted by the Lubbock chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. The Kollmans are owners of Chicken Express franchises in Plainview and in Lubbock and have been generous supporters of Wayland from their early more PR

WCU Ranked No. 3 'Best Value College' for Students Into Outdoor Recreation (10)

CULLOWHEE, North Carolina, Nov. 21 -- Western Carolina University issued the following news release: Western Carolina University has earned a No. 3 national ranking from a website that calculated the 10 "best value colleges" for students who like to hike, climb and camp. Proximity to the most visited national parks that offer tent and backcountry camping and the price of attendance were among the criteria used by the website College Values Online to develop the rankings. Closer proximity and l more PR

Wendy Hensel Named Dean of the College of Law (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 21 -- Georgia State University issued the following news release: Georgia State University named Professor Wendy Fritzen Hensel dean of the College of Law, effective Nov. 15, after a nationwide dean search this fall. Hensel has been serving as interim dean since Steven J. Kaminshine stepped down this summer. "The continued success of the College of Law is essential to many dimensions of our university's strategic plan," said Risa Palm, senior vice president for academic more PR

West Virginia Man Charged With Producing Child Pornography, Online Enticement of Minor (10)

SCRANTON, Pennsylvania, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, Bruce D. Brandler, issued the following news release: The United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Johnnie Gresham, age 39, of Charleston, West Virginia, was indicted by a federal grand jury today on charges of production of child pornography and online sexual enticement of a minor. According to United States Attorney Bruce D. Brandler, the indictment alle more PR

WesternU Serves the Community at Care Harbor Los Angeles (10)

POMONA, California, Nov. 21 -- Western University of Health Sciences issued the following news release: Lawndale resident Eleanor Mateo came to Care Harbor Los Angeles - one of the largest free health clinics in the country - for the first time Friday, Nov. 17, 2017. She has Medi-Cal but no vision or dental insurance and she was going to get both her eyes and teeth checked. She hasn't seen a dentist in 15 years. "I am so grateful for all of this," Mateo said. "It makes me want to cry. It's so more PR

Westfield State University to Hold Open Houses in December for Master's Programs in Counseling, App (10)

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts, Nov. 23 -- Westfield State University issued the following news: The College of Graduate and Continuing Education (CGCE) at Westfield State University will host an open houses for master's degree programs in early December. Open House for M.A. in counseling and M.A. in applied behavior analysis Dec. 2 An open house for the University's M.A. in counseling and M.A. in applied behavior analysis programs will be held Saturday, December 2, at 11 a.m. in the Horace Mann Ce more PR

WGTC Announces 2018 GOAL, RPA Winners (10)

WACO, Goergia., Nov. 22 -- West Georgia Technical College issued the following news release: West Georgia Technical College named Lauren Birriel, an Associate Degree Nursing student from Sharpsburg, as its 2018 Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership winner and Murphy Campus Clinical Laboratory Technology instructor Dr. Phyllis Ingham as its 2018 Rick Perkins Award winner November 16 at a banquet honoring finalists for both awards. GOAL is a statewide program of the Technical College System more PR

WIU Officials Seek Feedback From Area Educators Dec. 1 in Quincy (10)

MACOMB, Illinois, Nov. 22 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: Western Illinois University seeks area educators and administrators to share their feedback during a meeting Friday, Dec. 1 at Quincy University in the Francis Hall Boardroom. According to Joseph Rives, WIU vice president for Quad Cities and planning, all area educators are invited to attend the 1 p.m. session, which will offer attendees an overview on programs within Western's College of Education and more PR

Women in Business Workshop Inspires Millikin Students (10)

DECATUR, Illinois, Nov. 22 -- Millikin University issued the following news release: In celebration of Global Entrepreneurship Week, Millikin University's Center for Entrepreneurship hosted a campus-wide effort featuring workshops, sessions and events Nov. 13-19. Global Entrepreneurship Week is the world's largest celebration of the innovators and job creators who launch startups that bring ideas to life, drive economic growth and expand human welfare. Approximately 140 people took part in Mil more PR

WPI Graduate Researcher Wins Kalenian Award First Place Honors (10)

WORCESTER, Massachusetts, Nov. 22 -- Worcester Polytechnic Institute issued the following news release: A recent graduate in Robotics Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) has won first place honors in the competition for the 2017 Kalenian Award, the university's top prize recognizing commercialization potential for a given invention. Weijia Tao '16 won $10,000 for her invention, a soft robotic hand that can be placed on existing robot arms and used to pick and pack products fro more PR

WSU Vancouver Business Students Advance to National and Regional Sales Competitions (10)

VANCOUVER, Washington, Nov. 22 -- Washington State University-Vancouver issued the following news release: Washington State University Vancouver held its 12th annual sales competition Nov. 17, advancing the top students to regional and national events. Sixty four regional business professionals participated as judges and "buyers" evaluating 36 students as they performed sales presentation role-plays. Andrew Cline, a senior with a Professional Sales Certificate majoring in accounting, and MacKe more PR

WTAMU Agriculture Club to Host Blogging Workshop Via Skype (10)

CANYON, Texas, Nov. 22 -- West Texas A&M University issued the following news: WT Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow (ACT) will host a blogging workshop via Skype with Natasha Nicholes at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28, in the WTAMU Agricultural and Natural Sciences Building, Room 201. Nicholes, a successful Chicago blogger, runs a blog titled Houseful of Nicholes. The blog is focused on urban homesteading and covers everything from local events to education, food and farming, homemaking skills a more PR

Xanterra Parks & Resorts Earns National Award for Food Recovery Efforts at Zion National Park Lodge in Utah (10)

DENVER, Colorado, Nov. 22 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized Xanterra Parks & Resorts' Zion National Park Lodge in Utah as the national winner of the 2017 Food Recovery Challenge in the Hotel, Resorts & Lodging sector. Last year, food recovery efforts at the Lodge prevented 28,802 pounds of food waste from going to the landfill, saving about $3,000 in disposal costs. "Food Recovery Challenge more PR

Zimbabwe: Protect Detainees' Rights (10)

HARARE, Zimbabwe, Nov. 23 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news release: Zimbabwe authorities should uphold the rights of everyone detained following the military takeover of the government on November 15, 2017, Human Rights Watch said today. The military should publicly acknowledge the identities and location of everyone arrested and detained, and ensure that their due process rights, including access to lawyers and family members, are respected. "The military should clear the air a more PR