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$1 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for On-Demand Youth Leadership Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for the On-Demand Youth Leadership Program. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $1 million. This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education and non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS. The agency description of the grant states: "The Office of Citizen Ex more ST

$1 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Refugee Assistance in Afghanistan, Pakistan (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for refugee assistance in Afghanistan and Pakistan. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $1 million. This funding opportunity is open to nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, and international organizations. The agency description of the grant sta more ST

$1 Million Funding Available for Hunter Safety, Education (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced that it intends to award a mandatory grant for firearm and bow hunter safety and education. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $1 million. The agency said the grant was associated with a) education and b) natural resources. This funding opportunity is open to state governments. The agency description of the grant states: "The Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Act of 193 more ST

$1 Million Funding Available for State Wildlife Programs (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced that it intends to award a mandatory grant for for the development and implementation of state programs for the benefit of wildlife and their habitats, including species that are not hunted or fished. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $1 million. The agency said the grant was associated with a) education and b) natural resources. This funding opportunity is open to state go more ST

$1 Million Funding Available for Support for Expectant, Parenting Women (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for support for expectant and parenting teens, women, fathers and their families. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $1 million. This funding opportunity is open to any state, which includes the District of Columbia, any commonwealth possession, or other territory of U.S., and any Federally-recognized I more ST

$1 Million Funding Available for Supporting Justice, Accountability Efforts in Tunisia (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for supporting justice and accountability efforts in Tunisia. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $1 million. This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; non-profits; and non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS. The agency description of the grant sta more ST

$1 Million Funding Available for Supporting Justice, Accountability Efforts in Tunisia (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for projects that support Tunisian-led justice and accountability efforts. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $1 million. This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; non-profits; and non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS. The agency description of more ST

$1.2 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Pension Counseling, Information Projects (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it expects to award up to six cooperative agreements for pension counseling and information projects. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $1.2 million with a ceiling of $200,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with income security and social services. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city more ST

$1.3 Million Awarded to Recycling, Litter Programs (10)

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Jan. 18 -- The Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality issued the following news release: Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality Director Jim Macy has announced the awarding of $1,306,370 in 53 grants for litter cleanup, recycling, and public education programs and activities. Funds for the Litter Reduction and Recycling Grant Program are generated from a fee charged to certain manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers of products that commonly contribute to litter more PR

$1.5 Million Funding Available for Graduate Research Fellowship in STEM (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's National Institute of Justice announced that it intends to award up to 10 discretionary grants for graduate research fellowship in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $1.5 million. 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 instit more ST

$10 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Great Lakes Habitat Restoration Projects (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced that it expects to award up to two cooperative agreements for Great Lakes habitat restoration projects in New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $10 million. The agency said the grant was associated with a) environment, b) natural resources and c)science and technology and othe more ST

$150,000 Funding Available for Drug Abuse, Addiction Research Programs (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- 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 and addiction research programs. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant 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; independent school districts; private more ST

$2 Million Funding Available for Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Screening, Education (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Health Resources and Services Administration announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for severe combined immunodeficiency screening and education. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $2 million. This funding opportunity is open to a state or a political subdivision of a state; consortium of two or more states or political subdivisions of states; territory; health facility or pro more ST

$2.3 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Fossil Power System Operability Enhancement (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's National Energy Technology Laboratory announced that it expects to award up to five cooperative agreements for innovative technology development to enhance fossil power system operability, reliability, and economic performance. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $2,750,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; Native American tribal governments and o more ST

$2.4 Million Funding Available for Combating Domestic Violence (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women announced that it intends to award up to seven discretionary grants for research and evaluation of approaches to combating domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence and stalking. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $2.4 million with a ceiling of $450,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with a) law, justice and legal services and b) sc more ST

$20 Million Funding Available for Reduction of Sexual Assault, Stalking on Campus (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women announced that it intends to award up to 45 discretionary grants for the reduction of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking on campus. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $20 million with a ceiling of $750,000 for each award in the program. This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education. The a more ST

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

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- 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 emotional function in normal aging, mild cognitive impairment, Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. 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, townsh more ST

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

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- 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 aging. 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 school districts; private, public and state contro more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Countering Violent Extremism in Senegal (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of State's U.S. Mission to Senegal announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for countering violent extremism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. This funding opportunity is open to public and state controlled institutions of higher education, non-profits and and non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS. The agency description of the grant states: "Single country projects (Senegal) or regional pro more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Emotional Function in Normal Aging Research (10)

$200,000 Funding Available for Hearing Health Care for Adults (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- 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 hearing health care in adults in support of improving access and affordability. 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 go more ST

$24.2 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Senior Medicare Patrol Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it expects to award up to 54 cooperative agreements for the Senior Medicare Patrol Program that aims to empower and assist Medicare beneficiaries. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $24,212,276 with a ceiling of $700,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with income security and social services. This fundin more ST

$250,000 Funding Available for Institutes for Advanced Topics in Digital Humanities Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The National Endowment for the Humanities announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the Institutes for Advanced Topics in the Digital Humanities Program. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $250,000. The agency said the grant was associated with humanities. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; and non-p more ST

$26 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for English Access Microscholarship Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for the English Access Microscholarship Program. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $26 million. This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education and non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS. The agency description of the grant states: "The Office of Engl more ST

$27,060 Awarded to Neighborhoods for Beautification, Events by the BernCo Neighborhood Grant Program (10)

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Jan. 16 -- Bernalillo County issued the following news release: The BernCo Neighborhood Outreach Grant Program awarded 12 grants totaling $27,060 to neighborhood associations for projects to engage, educate and beautify local communities. The Neighborhood Outreach Grant Program assists neighborhood groups in building community through participation and outreach to local residents. The projects funded for the 2018 fiscal year are: * $2,500, Downtown neighborhood: proje more PR

$3.8 Million Funding Available for Organic Transitions Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the Organic Transitions Program that aims to support the development and implementation of research, extension and higher education programs to improve the competitiveness of organic livestock and crop producers. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $3.8 million. The agency said the grant was associated with a more ST

$300,000 Funding Available for Environmental Education Projects in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The Environmental Protection Agency announced that it intends to award up to four discretionary grants for environmental education projects in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $300,000 with a ceiling of $100,000 for each award in the program. The agency description of the grant states: "The purpose of the Environmental Education Local Grants Program in Region 10 is to support locally-focused environmenta more ST

$300,000 Funding Available for Environmental Education Projects in Eight States (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The Environmental Protection Agency announced that it intends to award up to four discretionary grants for environmental education projects in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $300,000 with a ceiling of $100,000 for each award in the program. The agency description of the grant states: "The purpose of the Environmental Education Local Grants Prog more ST

$300,000 Funding Available for Environmental Education Projects in EPA Region 3 (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The Environmental Protection Agency announced that it intends to award up to four discretionary grants for environmental education projects in Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $300,000 with a ceiling of $100,000 for each award in the program. The agency description of the grant states: "The purpose of the Environmental Education Local Grants Program in Region more ST

$300,000 Funding Available for Environmental Education Projects in EPA Region 5 (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The Environmental Protection Agency announced that it intends to award up to four discretionary grants for environmental education projects in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $300,000 with a ceiling of $100,000 for each award in the program. The agency description of the grant states: "The purpose of the Environmental Education Local Grants Program in Region 5 is to support locally-fo more ST

$300,000 Funding Available for Environmental Education Projects in EPA Region 9 (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The Environmental Protection Agency announced that it intends to award up to four discretionary grants for environmental education projects in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada and Pacific Islands. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $300,000 with a ceiling of $100,000 for each award in the program. The agency description of the grant states: "The purpose of the Environmental Education Local Grants Program in Region 9 is to support locally-fo more ST

$300,000 Funding Available for Environmental Education Projects in Five States (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The Environmental Protection Agency announced that it intends to award up to four discretionary grants for environmental education projects in Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $300,000 with a ceiling of $100,000 for each award in the program. The agency description of the grant states: "The purpose of the Environmental Education Local Grants Program in Region 6 is to support locally-focuse more ST

$300,000 Funding Available for Environmental Education Projects in Four States (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The Environmental Protection Agency announced that it intends to award up to four discretionary grants for environmental education projects in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $300,000 with a ceiling of $100,000 for each award in the program. The agency description of the grant states: "The purpose of the Environmental Education Local Grants Program in Region 7 is to support locally-focused environmental more ST

$300,000 Funding Available for Environmental Education Projects in New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The Environmental Protection Agency announced that it intends to award up to four discretionary grants for environmental education projects in New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $300,000 with a ceiling of $100,000 for each award in the program. The agency description of the grant states: "The purpose of the Environmental Education Local Grants Program in Region 02 is to support locally more ST

$300,000 Funding Available for Environmental Education Projects in Six States (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The Environmental Protection Agency announced that it intends to award up to four discretionary grants for environmental education projects in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $300,000 with a ceiling of $100,000 for each award in the program. The agency description of the grant states: "The purpose of the Environmental Education Local Grants Program in Region 1 is to more ST

$300,000 Funding Available for Environmental Education Projects in Six States (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The Environmental Protection Agency announced that it intends to award up to four discretionary grants for environmental education projects in Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah and Wyoming. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $300,000 with a ceiling of $100,000 for each award in the program. The agency description of the grant states: "The purpose of the Environmental Education Local Grants Program in Region 08 is to support l more ST

$320,000 Funding Available for Graduate Research Fellowship in Social and Behavioral Sciences (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's National Institute of Justice announced that it intends to award up to 10 discretionary grants for graduate research fellowship in social and behavioral sciences. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $320,000. 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 educa more ST

$375,000 Funding Available for Lupus Education Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health announced that it intends to award up to six discretionary grants for a national lupus training, outreach, and clinical trial education program. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $375,000. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, and special district governments; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; public housing more ST

$4 Million Funding Available for Genomics-Based Research to Improve Use of Plant Biomass (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science announced that it intends to award up to 20 discretionary grants for genomics-based research that will lead to the improved use of plant biomass and feedstocks for the production of biofuels and renewable chemical feedstocks. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $4 million with a ceiling of $400,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology a more ST

$4.5 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for National Climate Change, Wildlife Science Center Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's U.S. Geological Survey announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for the National Climate Change and Wildlife Science Center Program. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $4.5 million. 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; more ST

$400,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for National Pension Assistance Resource Center (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for a national pension assistance resource center to provide substantive legal training, technical assistance, and programmatic consultation. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $400,000. The agency said the grant was associated with income security and social services. This funding opportunity is open more ST

$45 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Advancing Public Health Research in Central America (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to seven cooperative agreements for advancing public health research in Central America. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $45 million. This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education and non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS. The agency descr more ST

$450,000 Funding Available for Enhanced Superconductors for Future Naval Applications (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The Department of Defense Office of Naval Research announced that it intends to award up to four discretionary grants for enhanced superconductors for future naval applications. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $450,000. 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 American tribal gover more ST

$475,000 Funding Available for Disability, Rehabilitation Research Projects (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for disability and rehabilitation research projects on employment of individuals with disabilities. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $475,000. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, cit more ST

$475,000 Funding Available for Disability, Rehabilitation Research Projects to Improve Community Living (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it intends to award up to discretionary grants for disability and rehabilitation research projects on community living and participation. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $475,000. 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, t more ST

$475,000 Funding Available for Improvement of Community Living, Participation of Individuals With Disabilities (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the improvement of the community living and participation of individuals with disabilities. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $475,000. 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, t more ST

$475,000 Funding Available for Improvement of Employment Outcomes of Individuals With Disabilities (10)

$475,000 Funding Available for Improvement of Health, Function of Individuals With Disabilities (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the improvement of the health and function of individuals with disabilities. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $475,000. 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 spe more ST

$475,000 Funding Available for Improvement of Health, Function Outcomes of Individuals With Disabilities (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the improvement of health and function outcomes of individuals with disabilities. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $475,000. 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 an more ST

$5 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for American English E-Teacher Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for the American English E-Teacher Program. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $5 million. This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education and non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS. The agency description of the grant states: "The Office of English La more ST

$5 Million Funding Available for Creation, Utilization of Patient Safety Learning Laboratories (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Agency for Health Care Research and Quality announced that it intends to award up to eight discretionary grants for the creation and utilization of patient safety learning laboratories. This funding opportunity uses the research demonstration and disseminations projects mechanism. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $5 million with a ceiling of $625,000 for each award in the program. This fun more ST

$5 Million Funding Available for Sport Fish Restoration (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced that it intends to award a mandatory grant for sport fish restoration. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $5 million. The agency said the grant was associated with a) education and b) natural resources. This funding opportunity is open to state governments. The agency description of the grant states: "The Sport Fish Restoration Act of 1950 (Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Rest more ST

$5 Million Funding Available for Wildlife Restoration Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced that it intends to award a mandatory grant for the Wildlife Restoration Program. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $5 million. The agency said the grant was associated with a) education and b) natural resources. This funding opportunity is open to state governments. The agency description of the grant states: "The Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Act of 1937, 50 Stat. more ST

$5.4 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Academic Exchange Programs (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs announced that it expects to award up to three cooperative agreement for academic exchange programs. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $5.4 million. This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education and non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS. The agency description of the grant states: "The Study of the U. S. B more ST

$50,000 Funding Available for Research on Aging (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- 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 aging. 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 governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of h more ST

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

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- 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 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 open to more ST

$500,000 Funding Available for Promotion of Persons With Disabilities Rights in Saudi Arabia (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the promotion of the rights of persons with disabilities in Saudi Arabia. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $500,000. This funding opportunity is open to nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS. The agency description of the grant states: "The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and more ST

$55,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Innovative Technological Solutions to Overcome Challenges (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of State's U.S. Mission to India announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for the promotion of innovative and sustainable technological solutions to overcome social and developmental challenges. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $55,000. This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education and non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS. The fun more ST

$6 Million Funding Available for Opioid Overdose Prevention Research (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it intends to award up to four discretionary grants for research on prevention of opioid overdose. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $6 million with a ceiling of $500,000 for each award in the program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; Native American tribal governments a more ST

$600,000 Funding Available for Traumatic Brain Injury Model System Centers Collaborative Research (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for traumatic brain injury model system centers collaborative research project. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $600,000. 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 spec more ST

$7 Million Funding Available for Services for Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence Victims (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women announced that it intends to award up to 20 discretionary grants for the enhancement of culturally specific services for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $7 million with a ceiling of $300,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with a) arts, b) education, c) humanities more ST

$75,000 Funding Available for Future Cybersecurity Leaders Exchange (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of State's U.S. Mission to the United Kingdom announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for future cybersecurity leaders exchange. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $75,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) education and b) science and technology and other research and development. This funding opportunity is open to non-profits and non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS. The age more ST

$750,000 Funding Available for African Association for Health Professions Education & Research Establishment (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the establishment of African Association for Health Professions Education and Research. This funding opportunity uses the education projects mechanism. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $750,000. This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; more ST

$8.5 Million Funding Available for Enhancement of Leadership in STEM Discoveries (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The National Science Foundation announced that it intends to award up to three discretionary grants for the enhancement of U.S. leadership in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics discoveries and innovations. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $8.5 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 sp more ST

$875,000 Funding Available for Rehabilitation Research, Training Centers (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for rehabilitation research and training centers on employment for people with physical disabilities. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $875,000. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, c more ST

$875,000 Funding Available for Rehabilitation Research, Training Centers (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for rehabilitation research and training centers on health and function for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $875,000. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. This funding opportun more ST

$875,000 Funding Available for Rehabilitation Research, Training Centers (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for rehabilitation research and training centers on community living and participation for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $875,000. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. This f more ST

$925,000 Funding Available for R&D of Universally Accessible Information Technologies (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for research and development of universally accessible information technologies. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $925,000. 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 spe more ST

$925,000 Funding Available for Rehabilitation Engineering Research Centers (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it intends to award up to two discretionary grants for rehabilitation engineering research centers to conduct advanced research on and development of innovative technologies that are designed to solve particular rehabilitation problems. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $925,000. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technolog more ST

$925,000 Funding Available for Rehabilitation Engineering Research Centers (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for rehabilitation engineering research centers on technologies to support aging-in-place for people with long-term disabilities. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $925,000. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. This funding opportunity more ST

'African Development Bank's Lifeline Lifted Nigeria Out of Recession': Buhari (10)

TUNIS, Tunisia, Jan. 18 -- The African Development Bank issued the following news release: The African Development Bank provided a much-needed lifeline at a time when it was very difficult to secure budget support loans from anywhere else, as the country struggled with the 2015-2016 economic recession, the Nigerian Government has said. Speaking to a large audience of senior government officials, private sector, and development agencies as he commissioned the Bank's world-class office complex i more PR

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GENEVA, Switzerland, Jan. 15 -- The World Council of Churches issued the following news release: Freddy Elbaiady has made history as a politician. But what counts most for the 46-year-old Egyptian doctor is his work at the Salam Medical Center (SMC) in El-Qanatir, north of Cairo. The bridges between Christians and Muslims that are built through this work are sustainable even in times of crisis. Freddy Elbaiady has many professions and ministries. He is a respected radiologist in Cairo, runs a more PR

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HAGATNA, Guam, Jan. 16 -- Gov. Eddie Baza Calvo, R-Guam, issued the following news release: The Office of the Governor of Guam, in coordination with the Offices of Homeland Security and Civil Defense, hosted a joint Guam and Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) "One Marianas Summit" today at the Pacific Star Resort and Spa, in Tumon. On December 18, 2017, Guam Governor Eddie Baza Calvo met with CNMI Governor Ralph Torres where they both signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) more PR

'Traill Wow:' New Campaign Touts the Benefits of Trent University's Downtown College (10)

PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, Jan. 18 -- Trent University issued the following news release: Inspired by the student-led catch phrase, "Traill Wow," which captures and expresses Traill College pride, Trent University is calling attention to developments at its original downtown college, Catharine Parr Traill College, with new materials and a new website. Traill College has always embodied the intersection of the past and present within the Trent and Peterborough communities, and is set to continue it more PR

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The Institute of Museum and Library Services issued the following information: IMLS recently announced a new April 2nd deadline for applications for Native American Library Services Basic Grants (https://www.imls.gov/grants/available/native-american-library-services-basic-grants). These grants go to support existing library operations and maintain core library services, and all federally recognized (link is external) tribes and Alaskan Native villages and corporations wit more PR

19 Schools Recognized for Students' Academic Achievement (10)

DOVER, Delaware, Jan. 15 -- Delaware Department of Education issued the following news: The Delaware Department of Education today named 15 schools 2017 Recognition Schools, two of which also were designated as National Title I Distinguished Schools. Each school will receive an $8,000 award. Funding for the awards comes from the state's School Improvement funds. Additionally, there are four Schools of Continued Excellence that were honored as Recognition Schools last year and had outstanding pe more PR

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OLYMPIA, Washington, Jan. 18 -- Washington House Democrats issued the following news release: Rep. Shelley Kloba (D-Kirkland) and Rep. Derek Stanford (D- Bothell) hailed the much delayed passage of the state's construction budget today in Olympia. "I was proud of my House colleagues last session when we passed the capital budget, but dismayed that the Senate could not find a way to do so in their chamber, thus delaying so many crucial projects in our communities," said Rep. Kloba. "I am so gla more PR

2016 Illinois Science Assessment Results Now Available (10)

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Jan. 17 -- The Illinois State Board of Education issued the following news release: The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) today released the school-, district-, and state-level aggregate scores for the 2016 Illinois Science Assessment (ISA) on the ISBE website at www.isbe.net/ISA. Overall, the statewide 2016 ISA results reflect a solid mastery of science in the "all students" groups in the fifth and eighth grades. Results are lower on the high school assessment. T more PR

2017 Barbara Lotze Scholarship Winners (10)

COLLEGE PARK, Maryland, Jan. 16 -- The American Association of Physics Teachers issued the following news release: The American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) announced today that the 2017 Barbara Lotze Scholarship for Future Teachers has been awarded to Marika Fox, Clark University; Melissa Klara Kovar, Boston University; Jamie Lehnen, University of Houston; Chloe Larissa Schmidt, University of Illinois; Krystina Williamson, Barnard College; and Destiny Withrow, Waynesburgh Central Hig more PR

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SACRAMENTO, California, Jan. 17 -- The California Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: Tonight, 13 California organizations will receive the state's highest environmental honor, the Governor's Environmental and Economic Leadership Award (GEELA), in a ceremony at the California Environmental Protection Agency. "This year's GEELA recipients are demonstrating exceptional leadership in addressing some of our most significant environmental challenges," said California more PR

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GROVE CITY, Pennsylvania, Jan. 17 -- The Grove City College issued the following news release: In 2017, Grove City College remained keenly focused on reaffirming the vision, mission and values that have defined the College for more than 140 years. "It is important to make it clear that Grove City College stands for something. We have aspired over the past year - and we will continue to strive in 2018 - to be the best Christian liberal arts college in America. We do that through a core set of v more PR

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CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 18 -- The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society issued the following news release: Colin Banas, MD, MSHA, is a board-certified internist, chief medical information officer and associate professor in internal medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center (VCU). Dr. Banas also heads the Office of Clinical Transformation (OCT), a unique group of clinicians and support staff that drive innovation and optimization into the application of informat more PR

26 Texas Schools Nominated for 2018 National Blue Ribbon Honors (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 17 -- The Texas Education Agency issued the following news release: The Texas Education Agency today announced the nomination of 26 Texas public schools for national 2018 Blue Ribbon Schools recognition. Founded in 1982, Blue Ribbon Schools is a U.S. Department of Education program that recognizes public and private elementary, middle and high schools where students perform at very high levels or where exemplary progress has been made toward closing achievement gaps among s more PR

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NEW YORK, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Fund for UNICEF issued the following news release: More than 3 million children were born in Yemen since the escalation in violence in March 2015, according to a UNICEF report. Born into War details how children in Yemen have been scarred by years of violence, displacement, disease, poverty, undernutrition and a lack of access to basic services including water, health care and education. "An entire generation of children in Yemen is growing up knowing nothing but more PR

3 Million Children Born Into War in Yemen (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 16 -- United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) issued the following news release: More than 3 million children have been born in Yemen since the escalation in violence in March 2015 according to a new UNICEF report. Born into War details how children in Yemen have been scarred by years of violence, displacement, disease, poverty, undernutrition and a lack of access to basic services including water, health care and education. "An entire generation of child more PR

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Economic Policy Institute issued the following news release: Thirty-six distinguished economists and professors of law and economics including three Nobel laureates, two recipients of the American Economic Association's prestigious John Bates Clark Medal, and two past presidents of the American Economic Association filed an amici curiae brief to assist the Supreme Court in understanding the free-rider problem at issue in Janus v. AFSCME. The brief, from Dan Jackson a more PR

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CLINTON, New York, Jan. 16 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: Twenty-five students returned to campus a week early over winter break for the Levitt Leadership Institute, an intensive program designed to help students develop, practice, and employ leadership skills in whatever discipline they pursue. Originally created by Ambassador Prudence Bushnell and Christine Powers, the program is now led by Susan Mason, former Education Studies director, along with subject matter experts and s more PR

A Near-Record 167 Teachers are Candidates for Minnesota Teacher of the Year (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Jan. 18 -- Education Minnesota issued the following news release: The 2018 Minnesota Teacher of the Year will be chosen from a field of 167 candidates. These candidates have accepted their nominations and completed the required materials to become eligible for the honor. The number of candidates this year is the third-most in the 54-year history of the award, and the most since 1981. This year's program will name the 54th Minnesota Teacher of the Year, celebrating the trad more PR

A Party in the Sky Celebrates Natural Aviators With IMAX Film, Crafts, Games and Animal Encounters (10)

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Jan. 17 -- The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development issued the following news: A Party in the Sky takes place 1:30-3:30 p.m. Jan. 27 and features pre- and post-screening activities that offer deeper insights into the eons-old story of how animals took to the heavens to celebrate the newest film, Conquest of the Skies 3D now at that IMAX 3D Theatre at Tennessee Aquarium. Before takeoff, kids will meet "Velcro," the Aquarium's Flying Squirrel and complete a craftin more PR

A Prescription for Fruits and Veggies (10)

CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, Jan. 17 -- The University of North Carolina School of Medicine issued the following news: Researchers will track changes in patient diet and biometric measures, as well as the impact on farmers--the revenue and risks associated with the program. "Food and health care are often seen as two separate, distinct issues, but this study seeks to explore how they are one inter-connected issue," said Lindsey Haynes-Maslow, a professor in the Department of Agricultural and H more PR

A.G. Beshear: Survivors Council Issues Recommendations to Improve Commonwealth's Response to Crime Victims (10)

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Jan. 17 -- Kentucky Attorney General Andy Beshear issued the following news release: Today, 25-members of the Office of the Attorney General's Survivors Council issued a report outlining recommendations on how Kentucky can improve the Commonwealth's efforts to better support survivors of violent crimes. Following a year of advocacy work and empowering other survivors, council members issued the report outlining 57 recommendations to 16 individuals and groups. Those receiv more PR

A.G. Bondi Recognizes Human Trafficking Awareness Month (10)

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Jan. 18 -- Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi issued the following news release: Attorney General Pam Bondi today presented a Florida Cabinet resolution recognizing January as Human Trafficking Awareness Month and commending law enforcement, local governments, advocates and communities for efforts in combating this horrible crime. As part of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Attorney General Bondi and the Department of Education are also encouraging students and school fa more PR

A.G. Rutledge Launches Prescription for Life in Morrilton High School (10)

MORRILTON, Arkansas, Jan. 20 -- Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge issued the following news release: Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge today continued to promote the first-in-the-nation education initiative called "Prescription for Life" at Morrilton High School. Prescription for Life was created by the Attorney General's office and features a digital platform to help high school students in the State understand the dangers of prescription drug misuse and how to prevent abuse. more PR

AAAS Radio Show Celebrates 30 Years of Sharing Daily Science (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The American Association for the Advancement of Science issued the following news release: A daily, 60-second radio program produced by AAAS that provides tidbits of scientific information online and over the airwaves marked its 30th anniversary on Jan. 11. "Science Update" highlights the latest discoveries in science, technology and medicine. Five new episodes are broadcast on radio stations across the United States each week and are available for download as podcasts. more PR

AACN Board of Directors Approves Common APRN Doctoral-Level Competencies (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The American Association of Colleges of Nursing issued the following news release: The AACN Board of Directors approved the final competency document Common Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Doctoral-Level Competencies at its recent meeting. In response to the recommendations of the AACN APRN Clinical Training Task Force, AACN convened the APRN Competency-Based Education for Doctoral-Prepared APRNs Work Group in 2016. The group consisted of members representing each of t more PR

AACN Seeking Feedback on Graduate Nursing Student Debt (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The American Association of Colleges of Nursing issued the following news release: In an effort to better understand the financial aid needs of graduate nursing students, the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) asks for your participation in this brief survey on your experience with student loans. Even if you do not take out loans for your education, AACN would appreciate your answers on a brief set of questions about your graduate program cost and program more PR

AACTE Commission Issues Proclamations for Effective Clinical Educator Preparation (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education issued the following news release: Clinical practice and partnership are central to high-quality teacher preparation, and although a variety of delivery models can coexist, they all must incorporate key principles to be effective, according to a report released today by a commission of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE). In the report, A Pivot Toward Clinical Practice, Its Lexicon, and more PR

AAOMS Subcommittee Honored for Advancing Dental Implant Education (10)

ROSEMONT, Illinois, Jan. 15 -- The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons issued the following news release: A group of six doctors was recognized in December for their work to develop years of high-quality dental implant educational sessions for the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS). The Association's Board of Trustees presented its Special Citation Award to the AAOMS Subcommittee on Dental Implant Education during the 25th annual Dental Implant more PR

AAVMC Names Recipient of Prestigious Veterinary Teaching Award (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges issued the following news release: The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) has named Dr. Jennifer Hodgson from the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine (VMCVM) as the recipient of the 2017 AAVMC Distinguished Teacher Award, presented by Zoetis. The award, which is considered one of the most prestigious teaching awards in international academic veterinary medicine, recognizes excel more PR

Accenture Federal Services Wins Modernization Contract With Veterans Benefits Administration (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 18 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release: Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has been awarded a contract by the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) to upgrade and enhance its information technology infrastructure as part of the VBA's commitment to improve the delivery of services it provides to Veterans. The contract has an estimated value of $62 million over the performance period, which includes a one-year base period with four more PR

Accenture Opens Innovation Hub in Boston; Plans to Add 400 Technology Jobs to City's Growing Tech Community (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 16 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release: Accenture (NYSE: ACN) today opened a new innovation hub in Boston's Back Bay as part of the company's accelerated innovation investment in the U.S. As part of the investment, Accenture plans to add 400 highly skilled technology jobs in Boston by the end of 2020. The company - recently named a Top Place to Work by the Boston Globe - is recruiting people with the critical skill more PR

Accidental Injury Becomes #3 Cause of Death for First Time in U.S. History (10)

ITASCA, Illinois, Jan. 17 -- The National Safety Council issued the following news release: Unintentional, preventable injuries - commonly known as "accidents" - claimed a record high 161,374 lives in 2016 to become the third leading cause of death in the United States for the first time in recorded history, according to National Safety Council data analysis. Based on this new data, an American is accidentally injured every second and killed every three minutes by a preventable event - a drug o more PR

ACLU of Arizona to Deliver More Than 2,600 Petition Signatures to the Arizona Charter Board and Demand Action on Enrollment Discrimination (10)

PHOENIX, Arizona, Jan. 16 -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Arizona issued the following news release: More than 2,600 petition signatures from people demanding action on discriminatory enrollment policies will be delivered this morning to the Arizona State Board for Charter Schools, which authorizes nearly all public charter schools in the state. "The fact that so many Arizona charter schools' enrollment policies and procedures contain plain legal violations demonstrates a clear failur more PR

ACLU Responds to Department of Education Dismissal of Complaints From Transgender Students (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 16 -- The American Civil Liberties Union, a 501(c)3 non-profit that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., issued the following news release: The Department of Education Office for Civil Rights has reportedly determined it does not have jurisdiction over responding to discrimination on the basis of gender identity. This approach has led the office to dismiss multiple complaints by transgender students. more PR

ACLU's Campaign for Smart Justice to Present Three Animated Short Films on Mass Incarceration at 2018 Sundance Film Festival (10)

PARK CITY, Utah, Jan. 17 -- The American Civil Liberties Union, a 501(c)3 non-profit that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., issued the following news release: On January 20 at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival, the American Civil Liberties Union's Campaign for Smart Justice will present the premiere of three animated short films telling first-hand stories of three people who have been incarcerated: Lavette Mayes, more PR

ACM Issues Curriculum Guidelines for IT Baccalaureate Degrees (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 17 -- The Association for Computing Machinery issued the following news release: A task group formed by the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the IEEE Computer Society (IEEE-CS) has issued a report outlining competencies that information technology (IT) majors earning baccalaureate degrees should possess. The new publication, Information Technology Curricula 2017, also known as the IT2017 report, is an update to the original IT curricular guidelines which were issued more PR

ACRP Expands Member Benefits to Support Continuing Education in Clinical Research (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 17 -- The Association of Clinical Research Professionals issued the following news release: The Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) today announces an expanded portfolio of member benefits to support continuing education in the clinical research community. ACRP's 13,000-plus global members now have free yearly access to nearly 80 continuing education programs designed to support professional development and improve the operational performance of cli more PR

Acting Director Mulvaney Announces Call for Evidence Regarding Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Functions (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued the following news release: The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau today announced that it is issuing a call for evidence to ensure the Bureau is fulfilling its proper and appropriate functions to best protect consumers. In coming weeks, the Bureau will be publishing in the Federal Register a series of Requests for Information (RFIs) seeking comment on enforcement, supervision, rulemaking, market monitoring, and education more PR

Acting FTC Chairman Ohlhausen Reports One Year of Agency Accomplishments (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release: Federal Trade Commission Acting Chairman Maureen K. Ohlhausen released a summary of the agency's major accomplishments one year after being named to lead the agency. Building upon the work of the first six months of her tenure, the FTC pursued vigorous enforcement of competition and consumer protection laws, promoted economic liberty, and extended the agency's efforts to protect consumer privacy. The FTC also more PR

Active Learning Center Opens at the McKendree Radcliff Campus (10)

LEBANON, Illinois, Jan. 15 -- McKendree University issued the following news release: A makeover at McKendree University's Radcliff, Kentucky campus has transformed a former classroom into an Active Learning Center (ALC), where smart technology enables more collaborative instruction and study. During a grand opening on Jan. 11, students, faculty, staff and visitors previewed the multi-functional center, which can be used for classes, meetings, training sessions, studying and small group work. I more PR

Actress and Comedian Amanda 'Diva' Seales Visits Tech Jan. 22 (10)

COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, Jan. 18 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: Comedian, actress and content creator Amanda "Diva" Seales will present "Beats, Rhymes and My Life" in Tennessee Tech's Derryberry Hall Auditorium Monday, Jan. 22 at 7 p.m. With a knack for taking serious topics like racism, rape culture and sexism and discussing them with humor, making them relatable and interesting, Seales has become known for her combination of intellectual wit, irreveren more PR

Actuaries Climate Index Spring 2017 Data Released (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The American Academy of Actuaries issued the following news release: Organizations representing the actuarial profession in Canada and the United States today reported new Actuaries Climate Index(TM) data that reveals the five-year moving average of climate extremes across the two countries remains at the high recorded in winter 2016-17, driven by sea level changes in the Atlantic and Gulf Coast regions. "Sea levels have overtaken high temperatures as the biggest single more PR

Actuaries Climate Index Spring 2017 Data Released (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 17 -- The Casualty Actuarial Society issued the following news release: Organizations representing the actuarial profession in Canada and the United States today reported new Actuaries Climate Index(TM) data that reveals the five-year moving average of climate extremes across the two countries remains at the high recorded in Winter 2016-7, driven by sea level changes in the Atlantic and Gulf Coast regions. "Sea levels have overtaken high temperatures as the biggest si more PR

Adequacy Study Provides Clear Direction for Funding Michigan's Schools (10)

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 17 -- Michigan Association of School Boards issued the following news release: Michigan is still shortchanging its students--not only in the amount of dollars being provided, but in supplying adequate resources for a quality public education. That's the main message from the school funding study released today by the School Finance Research Collaborative. While this information may not be new or surprising, it continues to beg the question--where does Michigan go from h more PR

Advocating for Children Through Academic Work (10)

DOBBS FERRY, New York, Jan. 16 -- Mercy College issued the following news release: Two Mercy professors are gaining international attention for their work in early childhood education. What drives them is not the acclaim but a desire to advocate for children. Dr. Elena Nitecki and Dr. Helge Wasmuth both teach in the Department of Early Childhood and Childhood Education at the Mercy College School of Education. Dr. Nitecki worked as a social worker and preschool teacher before earning her docto more PR

AF Announces New Innovation Workshops at Science, Technology Forum (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news: By Staff Sgt. Alyssa C. Gibson Public Affairs The Air Force announced dates and locations of the 14 upcoming innovation workshops open to the public during the Science and Technology 2030 Summit in Washington, D.C., Jan. 18. "Our research strategy will look broadly and draw from the best of American research universities as well as Air Force and federal laboratories," Wilson said. The innovation workshops, designed to part more PR

AFIA Announces 2017 Feed Facility of the Year Category Winners (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 16 -- The American Feed Industry Association issued the following news release: The American Feed Industry Association is proud to announce four category winners of the 2017 Feed Facility of the Year (FFY) program. AFIA congratulates ADM Animal Nutrition of Cordele, Georgia, as the winner of the commercial dry livestock feed plant category; Sanderson Farms of Collins, Mississippi, as the winner of the integrator category; Westway Feed Products of Dimmit, Texas, as the more PR

African Development Bank Approves US $500-Million Third and Final Tranche Budget Support Loan for Governance Reforms in Egypt (10)

TUNIS, Tunisia, Jan. 17 -- The African Development Bank issued the following news release: The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank has approved a US $500-million loan to finance Egypt's Economic Governance and Energy Support Program Phase III. This is the last in a series of three annual loans worth a total of US $1.5 billion covering the fiscal years 2015-2016 to 2017-2018 for the Economic Governance and Energy Support Program Based Operation. The program supports Egypt's compr more PR

AFT President Issues Statement on New Union Membership Data (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- The American Federation of Teachers issued the following statement by President Randi Weingarten responding to the Bureau of Labor Statistics' release of 2017 union membership data: "Workers are joining together in unions because they want a voice in an economy and political system that they understand is increasingly rigged against them. "Unions give workers the power to negotiate for higher wages and better learning, working and safety conditions for our students, pat more PR

After Months of Grassroots Actions, VA Senators Kaine, Warner Commit to Use Their Leverage to Protect Immigrant Youth (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- United We Dream issued the following news release: Today, Virginia's two U.S. Senators: Tim Kaine and Mark Warner, released a statement publicly committing to vote 'NO' on the January 19 spending bill if it does not include the Dream Act -- a bipartisan bill that would protect more than 2 million immigrant young people from deportation and create a pathway to citizenship. The commitment comes after tremendous pressure by hundreds of immigrant leaders from the National Ko more PR

Aggies Judge Livestock at Denver (10)

DENVER, Colorado, Jan. 16 -- The Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture issued the following news release: Livestock judging students from the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis won 20th High Team overall in collegiate competition at the 112th National Western Stock Show and Rodeo. "We had a solid couple of days and the team placed the highest of an Aggie team at the Denver contest in at least 10 years, perhaps longer," said Coach Doug Smith. The team had returned to campu more PR

AHA Applauds the Introduction of House and Senate Darwin Day Resolutions (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The American Humanist Association issued the following news release: The American Humanist Association hails the introduction of House Resolution 699 and Senate Resolution 374, also known as the Darwin Day Resolutions, by Rep. Jim Himes (D-CT) and Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT). The Darwin Day Resolutions commemorate the birthday of famed biologist Charles Darwin, February 12, 2018, as a national celebration of evolution and science, and signify that Members of Congress a more PR

AIA Representatives Selected to Serve on the International Union of Architects (UIA) Commissions (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The American Institute of Architects issued the following news release: Four AIA members have been appointed to serve on four different commissions of the International Union of Architects (UIA) to address specific issues facing the architecture profession globally. The commissions will address the following topics: professional practice, education, international competitions and sustainability. The commission on sustainable development is the newest of the four, approved more PR

AISC's Larry Kruth Featured in Latest Steel Profiles Podcast (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 18 -- The American Institute of Steel Construction issued the following news release: "It started one day [in fourth grade] when I was sitting in a parking lot with my father watching them build a new elementary school. I asked my father specifically how they knew what size beams went into the building. My father said, 'that's what engineers know how to do.' And I said, 'Well, I'd like to do that,'" recounts Lawrence F. Kruth, PE, vice president of engineering and resear more PR

AJC Urges Senate to Confirm Kenneth Marcus for Education Department Position (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 15 -- The American Jewish Committee issued the following news release: AJC is calling for Senate confirmation of Kenneth Marcus as Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights in the U.S. Department of Education. "We know Mr. Marcus. We are certain that he shares our commitment to the enactment and vigorous enforcement of the nation's civil rights laws," AJC General Counsel Marc D. Stern wrote in a letter to Senators Lamar Alexander, Chair, and Patty Murray, Ranking Member, of the Senat more PR

Al-Othaimeen to Pope Tawadros: Egypt Is Praiseworthy Model of Religious Coexistence (10)

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 17 -- The Organization of Islamic Cooperation issued the following news release: The Secretary General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Dr Yousef Al-Othaimeen, on 16 January 2018 at the Coptic Orthodox Cathedral in Cairo met His Holiness Pope Tawadros II of Alexandria and Patriarch of the See of Saint Mark. Hailing Egypt as a praiseworthy model of religious coexistence, Dr Al-Othaimeen stressed the Organization's firm and clear stance against terrori more PR

Alabama Power Foundation Awards Power to Play Grants (10)

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, Jan. 16 -- Alabama Power, a subsidiary of Southern Co., issued the following news release: The Alabama Power Foundation has awarded 35 Power to Play grants to support arts and athletics programs at high schools across Alabama. This is Power to Play's fourth year helping Alabama high school extracurricular programs. The foundation will award grants of $2,500 each to schools throughout the state. Twenty-two of those grants will go to athletics programs and 13 will go to arts more PR

Alfred University Alumnus Appearing as Guest Chef on Travel Channel's Food Paradise (10)

TALKEETNA, Alaska, Jan. 17 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: Wes Choy, a 2001 Alfred University graduate, will be featured this weekend as a guest chef on the Travel Channel program, Food Paradise. The Sunday, Jan. 21, episode of Food Paradise, "The Last Food Frontier," airs at 9 p.m. EST and features restaurants in Alaska. Choy, executive chef at Foraker Dining Room in the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, is among the chefs chosen to appear on the show. Choy is in his third yea more PR

All India Strike of 'Scheme Workers' on 17 January 2018 (10)

NEW DELHI, India, Jan. 17 -- The Centre of Indian Trade Unions issued the following news release: As per the decision of the Mahapadav of workers held on 9-11 November 2017, the Central Trade Unions have decided to go on a one day strike of all 'scheme workers' working under various Government Schemes on 17 January 2018. More than one crore scheme workers are working under various central and state government schemes including around 27 lakh Anganwadi, Mini Anganwadi Workers and Helpers under t more PR

Allianz Life Grants $290,000 to Nonprofits Supporting Senior Services (10)

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Jan. 17 -- Allianz Life, a provider of retirement solutions, including fixed and variable annuities and life insurance for individuals, issued the following news release: Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America (Allianz Life(R)) announced today that it gave $290,000 in grants to nonprofits that enhance local seniors' quality of life through community programming and outreach. The organizations receiving grants help seniors remain self-sufficient, offer community more PR

Alumnus' Generosity to Transform Veterinary College at Oregon State (10)

CORVALLIS, Oregon, Jan. 17 -- Oregon State University issued the following news release: Oregon State University announced today a transformative commitment from a donor to its College of Veterinary Medicine that will dramatically increase the college's ability to provide life-saving clinical care, professional education for future veterinarians, and research critical to animal and human health. The $50 million gift is the largest the university has ever received. The university will name its more PR

Alzheimer's Association Launches Comprehensive Dementia Care Practice Recommendations (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 18 -- The Alzheimer's Association issued the following news release: Today, the Alzheimer's Association released new dementia care practice recommendations aimed at helping nursing homes, assisted-living facilities and other long-term care and community care providers deliver optimal quality, person-centered care for those living with Alzheimer's and other dementias. The recommendations are posted online today and will be published as a supplement to the February issue o more PR

AMA Launches New Podcast Series to Tackle Salient Issues in Medicine (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 16 -- The American Medical Association issued the following news release: The American Medical Association (AMA) today announced the launch of a new podcast series for physicians, residents and medical students. "AMA Doc Talk" is a lively, informative, conversation between physicians, ethicists, patients and academics, focused on relevant topics in medicine and packaged for quick consumption. Season One, a six-episode run, focuses on the difficult discussions with patie more PR

America's Essential Hospitals Issues Statement on Medicaid DSH Cut Delay (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The America's Essential Hospitals issued the following statement by President and CEO Bruce Siegel on the Medicaid disproportionate share hospital cut delay: Millions of low-income patients and communities across the country urgently need Congress this week to deliver relief from devastating cuts to Medicaid disproportionate share hospital (DSH) support. Those cuts--$2 billion this year and $43 billion overall through fiscal year 2025--will destabilize hospitals that for more PR

American Cheese Society Launches ACS T.A.S.T.E. Test (10)

DENVER, Texas, Jan. 19 -- The American Cheese Society issued the following news release: The American Cheese Society (ACS) is launching a new certification exam, the ACS T.A.S.T.E. Test(TM) (Technical, Aesthetic, Sensory, Tasting Evaluation). The exam evaluates cheese professionals' knowledge and skills in the assessment of cheese, from determining cheese condition and quality to evaluating cheese flavor, body, texture, and appearance. Individuals who pass the exam will earn the title of ACS Ce more PR

American Federation for Children Issues Statement on School Choice Poll (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The American Federation for Children issued the following statement: * * * The American Federation for Children, the nation's voice for educational choice, and Beck Research, a respected Democratic polling firm, released their fourth annual National School Choice Poll today. The survey of 1,100 likely November 2018 voters demonstrated that despite relentless attacks throughout the past year by the teachers' unions and education establishment, the concept of school choice more PR

American Foundation for the Blind Names 2018 Migel Medal Recipients (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 16 -- The American Foundation for the Blind issued the following news release: The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) today announced the 2018 winners of the Migel Medal, the highest honor in the blindness field: Larry Campbell and Ted Henter. "I am honored to present these medals to Larry and Ted for their exceptional accomplishments in the fields of blindness and low vision," said Kirk Adams, AFB president and CEO. "In dedicating their professional lives to adv more PR

American Indian Science and Engineering Society Honors Two Sandia Employees (10)

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Sandia National Laboratories issued the following news release: Sandia National Laboratories researcher Ginger Hernandez and Tribal Government Program manager Laurence Brown have been honored by the American Indian Science and Engineering Society for their career accomplishments. Hernandez is the recipient of the AISES Technical Excellence Award and Brown has received the Government Partner Service Award. The Technical Excelle more PR

American Pharmacists Association Announces Recipients of 2018 Awards and Honors (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The American Pharmacists Association issued the following news release: The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) today announced the selection of the 2018 Awards and Honors Program recipients. Honorees will be officially recognized at the APhA Annual Meeting and Exposition in Nashville, TN, March 16-19, 2018. The APhA awards and honors program is the most comprehensive recognition program in the profession of pharmacy. American Pharmacists Association - Profession-Wid more PR

Americans for the Arts Announces Inaugural Johnson Fellowship (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Americans for the Arts issued the following news release: Americans for the Arts announces today the inaugural Americans for the Arts Johnson Fellowship for Artists Transforming Communities. The new annual fellowship celebrates the legacy and work of the late Robert Leroy "Yankee" Johnson, who served as the first executive director of the King County Arts Commission and is widely credited with having laid the groundwork for the Pacific Northwest's thriving public arts sce more PR

AMGA Appoints New Chief Medical Officer (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 16 -- The American Medical Group Association issued the following news: AMGA today announced that John W. Kennedy, M.D., has been named chief medical officer, AMGA, and president, AMGA Foundation. Dr. Kennedy previously served as division director of endocrinology at Geisinger Health System in Danville, PA. "We're thrilled to have Dr. John Kennedy join the AMGA team. He brings a passion for quality patient care that has been a driving force throughout his career," sa more PR

AMR Industry Alliance Launches First Report Into Industry's AMR Action Globally (10)

LONDON, England, Jan. 18 -- The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry issued the following news release: The AMR Industry Alliance today launched its first report into the commitment of the life sciences industry to tackle the public health threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The Alliance - a coalition of over 100 biotechnology, diagnostic, generics and research-based biopharmaceutical companies and trade associations - was formed to drive and measure industry progress to c more PR

An Evening With Steph Post at Mirror Lake Community Library February 12 (10)

ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Jan. 19 -- The city of St. Petersburg issued the following news release: The Friends of Mirror Lake Community Library and Keep St. Pete Lit present An Evening with Steph Post hosted by the Mirror Lake Community Library, 280 Fifth Street North on Monday, February 12. Seating is available at 5 p.m. Opening remarks and the lecture begin at 5:30 p.m. An author reception and book signing will be held from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m. The lecture is free and open to the public. Steph more PR

Analysis Shows Lack of Evidence That Wearable Biosensors Improve Patient Outcomes (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, Jan. 15 -- The Cedars-Sinai Medical Center issued the following news release: Wearable biosensors have grown increasingly popular as many people use them in wristbands or watches to count steps or track sleep. But there is not enough proof that these devices are improving patient outcomes such as weight or blood pressure, according to a study by Cedars-Sinai investigators published in the new Nature partner journal, npj Digital Medicine. "As of now, we don't have enoug more PR

Anastasia Smith: New Chief of Santa Ana Unified School District Police Department (10)

SANTA ANA, California, Jan. 16 -- The Santa Ana Unified School District issued the following news: Anastasia Smith was sworn in as the new Chief of the Santa Ana Unified School District Police Department on January 16, 2018. She was selected after a national search and a rigorous interview process and brings more than 27 years of experience to the position. Board of Education members, Superintendent Dr. Stefanie Phillips, district leaders and staff, David Valentin (Acting Chief of Police for t more PR

Andre-Denis Girard Wright Named Dean of CAHNRS (10)

PULLMAN, Washington, Jan. 16 -- Washington State University issued the following news release: Andre-Denis Girard Wright, an internationally recognized researcher and director of the School of Animal and Comparative Biomedical Sciences at the University of Arizona, has been named dean of the Washington State University College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences. Dan Bernardo, WSU's provost, announced Wright's hiring following completion of a nationwide search. He will begin h more PR

Andre-Denis Girard Wright Named Dean of CAHNRS (10)

PULLMAN, Washington, Jan. 16 -- Washington State University-Tri-Cities issued the following news release: Andre-Denis Girard Wright, an internationally recognized researcher and director of the School of Animal and Comparative Biomedical Sciences at the University of Arizona, has been named dean of the Washington State University College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences. Dan Bernardo, WSU's provost, announced Wright's hiring following completion of a nationwide search. He w more PR

Annual Privacy and Data Security Update (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release: The Federal Trade Commission today released its annual report summarizing its privacy and data security work in 2017. The Commission is the nation's primary privacy and data security enforcer and one of the most active privacy and data security enforcers in the world. The FTC uses a variety of tools to protect consumers' privacy and personal information including bringing enforcement actions to stop law viol more PR

Anonymous Donors Pledge $130,000 in Support of Native American Students (10)

SILVER CITY, New Mexico, Jan. 16 -- Western New Mexico University issued the following news release: Anonymous donors recently contributed funds to the Western New Mexico University Foundation, establishing an endowed named scholarship to support Native American students. In addition to the scholarship, the donors created an immediate use fund to supplement the endowment while it grows. This gift and pledge commitment honors the couple's belief in education and the impact it has on creating op more PR

Antoniolli Awarded President's Scholarship (10)

MACOMB, Illinois, Jan. 18 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: Oswego East High School senior Lauren Antoniolli, of Aurora, IL, has been awarded a Western Illinois University President's Scholarship, which covers four years of tuition, fees and a residence hall room and meal plan at the school. "I selected Western because of the many opportunities available to me in the music program," said Antoniolli. At Western, Antoniolli plans to major in music education and h more PR

ANZ to Ace Financial Wellbeing at the 2018 Australian Open (10)

MELBOURNE, Australia, Jan. 15 -- Australia and New Zealand Banking Group issued the following news release: ANZ today announced it would donate $10 for every ace served at this month's Australian Open to help improve Australians' financial health. In partnership with The Smith Family, The Benevolent Society, Berry Street and Brotherhood of St Laurence, ANZ Ace the Open, will celebrate each ace served by donating the money to financial wellbeing programs across the country. ANZ Group Executive more PR

Apple Accelerates US Investment and Job Creation (10)

CUPERTINO, California, Jan. 17 -- Apple issued the following news release: Apple today announced a new set of investments to build on its commitment to support the American economy and its workforce, concentrated in three areas where Apple has had the greatest impact on job creation: direct employment by Apple, spending and investment with Apple's domestic suppliers and manufacturers, and fueling the fast-growing app economy which Apple created with iPhone and the App Store. Apple is already re more PR

Application Period Opens for 2018 Excellence in Energy and Environmental Education Awards (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 18 -- The Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs issued the following news release: The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) today announced it is now accepting nominations for its annual Secretary's Awards for Excellence in Energy and Environmental Education until March 30, 2018. EEA Secretary Matthew Beaton will present awards this spring to Massachusetts teachers and students involved in school-based programs that more PR

Applications Open for Fulbright Vietnamese Student Program Academic Year 2019-2020 (10)

HANOI, Vietnam, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Embassy in Vietnam issued following news release: The U.S. Embassy in Vietnam announces the Fulbright Vietnamese Student Scholarship Program. The scholarship will cover tuition and fees, monthly stipend, round-trip airfare to the United States and health insurance. Established in 1946 and funded by the U.S. Congress, the Fulbright Program aims at achieving mutual understanding through academic and cultural exchange. The Fulbright Vietnamese Student Program i more PR

AQE Reacts to Executive Education Budget Proposal (10)

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 16 -- The Alliance for Quality Education issued the following news release: In response to Governor Andrew Cuomo's proposed education budget announced on Tuesday, the Alliance for Quality Education and actor and AQE spokesperson Cynthia Nixon released the following joint statement: "Governor Cuomo is attempting to appear generous while perpetuating educational racism and economic inequality, at a time when nearly half of New York's children are living in poverty. Sound b more PR

Archives Chronicle Decades of Baha'i Persecution in Iran (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Jan. 18 -- The Baha'i International Community issued the following news release: In response to growing interest on the persecution of the Baha'is of Iran, a website was launched today by the Baha'i International Community providing a glimpse into several decades of discriminatory treatment against the Baha'is in that country. The website, named Archives of Baha'i Persecution in Iran (iranbahaipersecution.bic.org), makes available, for the first time, thousands of official more PR

Argyros Family Foundation Names Peristyle Plaza at Renovated Coliseum (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, Jan. 18 -- The University of Southern California issued the following news release: The peristyle plaza at the to-be-renovated Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum will be named the Julia and George Argyros Plaza in recognition of a $7.5 million gift from the Argyros Family Foundation. USC announced plans to renovate and restore the Coliseum in 2016. The estimated $270 million renovation, privately funded by USC, will begin in early 2018 and will be completed for the 2019 hom more PR

Arizona U.S. Attorney's Office Collects Over $13.7 Million in Fiscal Year 2017 (10)

PHOENIX, Arizona, Jan. 18 -- The Office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Arizona issued the following news release: First Assistant United States Attorney Elizabeth A. Strange announced today that the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Arizona collected $13,751,877 in criminal and civil actions in Fiscal Year 2017. Of this amount, $5,903,640 was collected in criminal actions and $7,848,237 was collected in civil actions. The District of Arizona also worked with other U.S. Attor more PR

Armenia: Uneven Record on Human Rights (10)

BERLIN, Germany, Jan. 18 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news release: The Armenian government made important steps to improve access to palliative care for people with life-threatening illnesses in 2017 and parliament passed a law on violence in the family, but serious gaps in human rights protection persist, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2018. The authorities failed to bring to justice officials responsible for excessive use of force against protesters and jour more PR

Army Seeks Forging New Leaders Training Instructor in Fort Polk, Louisiana (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- The U.S. Army has issued a solicitation (W9124E-18-T-TRNG) for an instructor for Forging New Leaders training in Fort Polk, Louisiana. Response Date: Jan. 22, 2018; Set Aside: Total Small Business; Classification Code: U - Education & training services. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=72ff676df5e300d7de1deac9b37eed19&tab=core&_cview=0. more CTR

Army Seeks Instructional Support, Fort Gordon, Georgia (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- The U.S. Army Contracting Command has issued a solicitation (W91249-18-R-0006) for instructional support at Fort Gordon, Georgia. Response Date: Jan. 31, 2018; Set Aside: Woman Owned Small Business; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 611 - Educational Services/611430 - Professional and Management Development Training. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=e29ca9df35e2dde565ee9317cad9711f&tab=core&_cview more CTR

Artist-Lecture Speaker Examines King's Legacy (10)

WICHITA FALLS, Texas, Jan. 16 -- Midwestern State University issued the following news release: April 4, 2018, will mark the 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination. Is it possible to measure the progress of his legacy? Will it be measured by the ascension of Barack Obama to the White House, or the killings of Trayvon Martin, Michael Brown, Eric Garner and others? Essayist and researcher Lasana O. Hotep will examine the life, legend and legacy of King in a Midwestern Sta more PR

Arts and Culture Grants Now Available (10)

NAKUSP, British Columbia, Jan. 16 -- The Columbia Basin Trust issued the following news release: Artists in all disciplines--as well as arts and culture organizations--are invited to apply for funding through the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance (CKCA), which delivers the Arts and Culture Program on behalf of Columbia Basin Trust. The Trust has a longstanding partnership with CKCA for the delivery of arts and culture programming, as well as representing the interests of the arts and culture more PR

Arts Conference to Focus on Community Arts, Jan. 25-26 National, State Speakers to Address Issues and Share Success Stories (10)

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Jan. 16 -- The West Virginia Division of Culture and History issued the following news release: Throughout West Virginia, community leaders are engaging arts organizations, artists, government leaders and economic development organizations in activities that will help establish their towns and cities as creative cities. On Thursday and Friday, Jan. 25-26, 2018, the West Virginia Division of Culture and History (WVDCH) will host "Arts in Our Communities," a statewide c more PR

As Oscars Near, Likely Nominee Willem Dafoe Recalls His UWM Roots (10)

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, Jan. 18 -- The University of Wisconsin's Milwaukee campus issued the following news release: Willem Dafoe, the veteran actor receiving critical acclaim and award nominations for his role in "The Florida Project," studied acting at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee more than 40 years ago. UWM recently unearthed several archived videotapes of some of his earliest performances. UWM has available digitized video clips and photos of Dafoe in UWM productions from 1973 and 1 more PR

As Trump Administration Nears First Anniversary on Jan. 20, MPI Issues Reports Examining Actions on Immigration & Diverging State, Local Responses (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Migration Policy Institute issued the following news release: With President Trump reaching his one-year anniversary in office on January 20, the Migration Policy Institute (MPI) in a pair of new reports analyzes the changes his administration has made across the U.S. immigration system, as well as the diverging policy responses by state and local governments in areas including law enforcement, education and health and social services. In Trump's First Year on Immigr more PR

ASCAP Foundation Announces 2018 Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Award Recipients (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 18 -- The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers issued the following news release: The ASCAP Foundation has announced the recipients of the 2018 Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Awards. The program, established in 2002 to encourage young gifted jazz composers up to the age of 30, carries the name of the great trumpeter and ASCAP member Herb Alpert in recognition of The Herb Alpert Foundation's multi-year financial commitment to the initiative. The recipients, who r more PR

ASCRS Presents Its 2018 Annual Meeting Preview (10)

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Jan. 17 -- The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery issued the following news release: The Meeting Preview delivers an overview of program highlights for the upcoming annual meeting, April 13-17 in Washington D.C. The accompanying interactive PDF allows you to annotate those events that are of particular interest to you. An enhanced customizable program scheduler will be released as part of the app and final program book. The Real-Time Program provides you wit more PR

Association of Jesuit Colleges Deans Issue Statement on DACA (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities issued the following statement by the deans on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals: As the education deans of the nation's Jesuit colleges and universities, we are compelled to join our university presidents and others who have raised their collective voices to support our DACA students (AJCU Presidents Statement; Jesuit Student Government Presidents Statement). Through our work, we prepare the teachers, principals, a more PR

ASTM International Committee on Fatigue and Fracture Honors Kenneth Jerina (10)

WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, Pennsylvania, Jan. 15 -- ASTM International issued the following news release: Dr. Kenneth L. Jerina, senior professor of engineering in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science at Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri, USA, was honored with the Coffin-Manson Fatigue Achievement Award from ASTM International's committee on fatigue and fracture (E08). The award was established in 1986 and is presented to those individuals who have made an outstandi more PR

ASTM International to Hold Aviation Fuels Training and Meeting in Lima (10)

WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, Pennsylvania, Jan. 15 -- ASTM International issued the following news release: Today, ASTM International announced that it will hold a popular two-day training course on aviation fuels at EnginZone in Lima, Peru, on April 23-24. The course, Aviation Fuels: Specifications and Test Methods, focuses on how technical standards help control the quality of aviation fuels and why they affect product performance and availability. Participants will learn to: discuss bulk and trace more PR

ATPE Weighs in on Texas Attorney General's Opinion on School District Activities Meant to Encourage Voting by Employees, Students (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 17 -- The Association of Texas Professional Educators issued the following news release: Earlier today, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued a non-binding opinion (KP-0177) at the request of Sen. Paul Bettencourt (R-Houston) regarding school district activities meant to encourage voting by school employees and eligible students. The Association of Texas Professional Educators (ATPE) was one of several groups that weighed in on the request through correspondence with the more PR

Auditor General DePasquale Releases Audits for School Districts in Adams, Allegheny, Washington Counties (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 18 -- Pennsylvania Auditor General Eugene DePasquale issued the following news release: Auditor General Eugene DePasquale today announced the release of audit reports for school districts in Adams, Allegheny and Washington counties. The Department of the Auditor General examines the records of school districts, charter schools, intermediate units, and area vocational-technical schools. The audits -- among other things -- assess whether or not school entities rece more PR

Award-Winning Author Bryan Loritts Headlines Spiritual Renewal Week (10)

SILOAM SPRINGS, Arkansas, Jan. 17 -- John Brown University issued the following news release: John Brown University welcomes Bryan Loritts, award-winning author and lead pastor of Abundant Life Christian Fellowship of Silicon Valley, California, as the featured speaker for JBU's Spiritual Renewal Week. Loritts will address students in the Cathedral of the Ozarks on Tuesday, Jan. 23 and Thursday, Jan. 25 at 10:30 a.m., with an additional talk on Wednesday, Jan. 24 at 6 p.m. in the Simmons Great more PR

AWC Announces Top 2017 Webinars (10)

LEESBURG, Virginia, Jan. 17 -- The American Wood Council issued the following news: An overview of significant changes for wood design in the 2018 National Design Specification(R) (NDS(R)) for Wood Construction topped the American Wood Council's 2017 webinars. The top five webinars by attendance in 2017 are listed below. All are available on the American Wood Council (AWC) website as self-directed study programs to earn American Institute of Architects (AIA), International Code Council (ICC) o more PR

B. Braun to Showcase Comprehensive Parenteral Nutrition Program, New Compounder and More at ASPEN (10)

BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania, Jan. 18 -- B. Braun Medical issued the following news release: With a keen focus on meeting patient and customer needs, B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in customized parenteral nutrition, will feature the latest services and technology in its robust parenteral nutrition and compounding portfolio at this year's American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (A.S.P.E.N.) Nutrition Science & Practice, Jan. 22-25 in Las Vegas, NV. B. Braun's Parenteral Nutrition 360 more PR

Babies' Babbling Betters Brains, Language (10)

ITHACA, New York, Jan. 18 -- Cornell University issued the following news release: Babies are adept at getting what they need - including an education. New research shows that babies organize mothers' verbal responses, which promotes more effective language instruction, and infant babbling is the key. It's long been known that babies modify their sounds to become more speech-like in response to feedback from their caregivers, and that they learn things have names by caregivers naming objects. more PR

Badger Day in the Forecast at Wildcat Hills (10)

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Jan. 19 -- The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission issued the following news: The groundhog may or may not see its shadow, but the forecast says there is a highly favorable chance for people to learn about another burrowing animal next month. Badger Day will be Saturday, Feb. 3, at 10 a.m. at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center south of Gering. Amanda Filipi, Nebraska Game and Parks Commission outdoor education specialist, said that Badger Day was inspired by Groundhog Day - whic more PR

Ball State University Issues Statement on Muncie Community Schools (10)

MUNCIE, Indiana, Jan. 17 -- Ball State University issued the following statement by President Geoffrey S. Mearns regarding Muncie Community Schools: Today, I provided testimony to the Indiana House Ways and Means Committee in support of new legislation that focuses on the future of Muncie Community Schools (MCS). Immediately following that testimony, I distributed the following email to our students, faculty, staff and alumni: Dear Colleagues and Friends: Earlier this afternoon, I testified b more PR

Barbara Jenkins Named Executive Director of the USPOULTRY Foundation (10)

TUCKER, Georgia, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Poultry Foundation issued the following news release: The U.S. Poultry & Egg Harold E. Ford Foundation (USPOULTRY Foundation) has named Barbara Jenkins its executive director. In addition to maintaining her role as vice president of education and student programs for the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY), Jenkins is assuming responsibility of the Foundation's day-to-day operations. These responsibilities include managing the annual collegiate recrui more PR

Baruch College Highlighted in Princeton Review's 'Colleges That Pay You Back: 2018 Edition' (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 17 -- Baruch College issued the following news release: Baruch College is one of the nation's best colleges for students seeking an excellent education with great career resources and at an affordable price, according to The Princeton Review. The education services company recommended Baruch College in the 2018 edition of its annual guide: "Colleges That Pay You Back: The 200 Schools That Give You the Best Bang for Your Tuition Buck." Only 7 percent of the nation's four-year co more PR

BASF Sponsorship Will Advance AIChE's 'Doing a World of Good' Initiatives in Safety Education and Workforce Diversity (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 19 -- The American Institute of Chemical Engineers issued the following news release: BASF today affirmed its ongoing commitment to safe chemical industry practices and education by funding two key priorities of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers' (AIChE) "Doing a World of Good" campaign. As a Founders Circle sponsor, BASF will help underwrite the expansion of AIChE's Undergraduate Process Safety Learning Initiative, which fosters the safe and ethical practice of chemi more PR

BCIT to Receive 300 Tech Spaces and Expand Tech-Programming (10)

BURNABY, British Columbia, Jan. 16 -- British Columbia Institute of Technology issued the following news release: This morning, Minister Melanie Mark, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Training announced a significant tech-programming expansion at post-secondary institutions across the province. "We're helping students in British Columbia by improving access to education with thousands more tech spaces that include degree, diploma and certificate programs," said Mark. "Our vibrant tec more PR

BCPS Receives Florida Panthers Foundation's Community Champions Grant to Launch Community Connecti (10)

FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida, Jan. 16 -- Broward County Public Schools issued the following news release: Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) is proud to announce a $25,000 grant award from the Florida Panthers Foundation's Community Champions Grant Program, which provides financial support for programs and initiatives that benefit the community. The grant supports the District's Family and Community Engagement Department's launch of the new Community Connections initiative to increase and provide more PR

Behavioral Health Education Center Reports Nearly 15 Percent Growth OOf Providers (10)

OMAHA, Nebraska, Jan. 17 -- The University of Nebraska Medical Center issued the following news release: The Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska (BHECN), recently released its legislative report that highlights a nearly 15 percent increase in behavioral health providers in Nebraska from 2010 - 2016. Increasing the number of behavioral health providers in Nebraska, especially in rural and frontier areas, can have a major impact on access to mental health services. "Rural families ma more PR

Bergen Alumni Feted During 50th Anniversary (10)

PARAMUS, New Jersey, Jan. 17 -- Bergen Community College issued the following news release: With the backdrop of the institution's 50th anniversary, Bergen Community College graduates from the last five decades gathered Jan. 11 for the annual alumni recognition dinner at the Terrace at Biagio's, sharing memories and celebrating successes of the last 50 years. During his remarks at the event, Bergen President Michael D. Redmond, Ph.D., applauded the alumni in attendance and encouraged them to h more PR

Bernstein Remains Relevant at 100, Biographer Says (10)

LAWRENCE, Kansas, Jan. 16 -- The University of Kansas issued the following news: It doesn't take much to get University of Kansas Professor of Musicology Paul Laird going on the subject of Leonard Bernstein, about whom his new biography is scheduled to be published next month in this, the centennial year of Bernstein's birth. Laird will be one of the featured speakers at this weekend's symposium sponsored by the School of Music, "A KU Lenny-Centennial: The Musical Theater of Leonard Bernstein more PR

Bethel, UNICACH Sign Formal Cooperation Agreement (10)

TUXTLA GUTIERREZ, Mexico, Jan. 19 -- Bethel College issued the following news release: Within the framework of the university policy of internationalization, the rector of the University of Sciences and Arts of Chiapas (UNICACH), Rodolfo Calvo Fonseca, formalized academic cooperation with the vice president for academic affairs of Bethel College of the United States of America, Robert Milliman, Jan. 8 on the UNICACH campus. The rector of UNICACH and the vice president of Bethel College signed more PR

Better Education and Skills for a More Competitive Europe (10)

BRUSSELS, Belgium, Jan. 17 -- BusinessEurope issued the following news release: Today, education was brought back to the political agenda with the European Commission's education package (EC press release). It includes the revision of the EU Key Competences Framework, the Digital Education Action Plan and a Council Recommendation on common values, inclusive education and the European dimension of teaching. BusinessEurope Director General Markus J. Beyrer commented: "Improving learning outcomes more PR

BGSU Art Alumna Frames Own Cartoon Career (10)

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio, Jan. 16 -- Bowling Green State University issued the following news release: Growing up in Illinois, Geneva Hodgson '10 loved watching and drawing cartoons, but didn't know anyone who created cartoons. Because she didn't know a path that would take her to a cartoon career, she opted to study art education instead. At Bowling Green State University, she received a strong foundation in art, general education, art education, art history and studio. But when she realized an ar more PR

Bipartisan Group of Senators Rises to Support Community and Technical College Initiative (10)

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Jan. 15 -- The West Virginia Senate issued the following news release: Several senators, including Senate President Mitch Carmichael, R-Jackson, gave remarks from the floor in support of Senate Bill 284, Increasing access to career education and workforce training, which was introduced today. The bill creates the West Virginia Invests Grant Program, which is designed to eliminate the financial barrier to receiving an education at West Virginia's community and technic more PR

BLS Data: Wisconsin's Private Sector Employment Reaches All-Time High, Unemployment Rate Drops to 3 Percent (10)

MADISON, Wisconsin, Jan. 18 -- The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development issued the following news release: Today, the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) released the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) revisions for November and preliminary estimates for December covering the employment and job statistics for the state of Wisconsin. The data shows that the number of individuals employed in Wisconsin's private sector set a new record in December, total employment set another new rec more PR

Bluffton Social Studies Teacher Erin Reichert Earns $25,000 Milken Educator Award (10)

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Jan. 18 -- The South Carolina Department of Education issued the following news release: Erin Reichert, a social studies teacher at Bluffton High School, takes her students to food drives, local polling centers and the State House. Her classes offer students a practical look at what it means to be an informed and engaged citizen. And for their senior projects, students develop a plan to make a difference in their community and then present it before the principal, supe more PR

Board Endorses Higher Education CEO Proposal (10)

BOISE, Idaho, Jan. 18 -- The Idaho State Board of Education issued the following news release: The Idaho State Board of Education today unanimously voted to endorse Governor C.L. "Butch" Otter's proposal to create a new administrative position to oversee consolidation of back office functions at Idaho's colleges and universities. The proposal stems from recommendations put forth by the Governor's Higher Education Task Force on which Board members served. The Task Force says a centralized syste more PR

Board Governance Focus of 2018 Nonprofit Breakfast Series (10)

NOTRE DAME, Indiana, Jan. 17 -- Notre Dame issued the following news release: The University of Notre Dame Office of Public Affairs and Mendoza College of Business will host a four-part breakfast series designed to help nonprofit organizations and community volunteers recruit, educate and retain a committed and effective board of directors. The 2018 Nonprofit Breakfast Series will take place at Mendoza on the second Tuesday of each month beginning in February, with breakfast from 7 to 8 a.m. a more PR

Board of Education Calls on District, Community Leaders to Create Roadmap for Success Among Early Learners (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, Jan. 16 -- The Los Angeles Unified School District issued the following news release: The Los Angeles Unified School District Board of Education unanimously voted Tuesday to jumpstart a comprehensive effort to promote literacy among its youngest learners. Board Member Dr. Ref Rodriguez authored the "Creating a Birth to Eight Roadmap for Success in Los Angeles" resolution and Board Members Dr. Richard Vladovic, Scott Schmerelson, and Kelly Gonez co-sponsored the measure. more PR

Board of Education Proposes Corrections to Class-Size Legislation (10)

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Jan. 18 -- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools issued the following news: The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education has joined other public school districts across the state in seeking adjustments to North Carolina state legislation lowering class sizes in grades K-3. The Board of Education issued a legislative alert on Jan. 11 that offered three corrective proposals to the North Carolina General Assembly. Legislative Alert January 11, 2018 CMS brings to your attention more PR

Board of Pharmacy Specialties Announces 2018 Officers and New Board Members (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Board of Pharmacy Specialties, an autonomous division of the American Pharmacists Association, issued the following news release: The Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS), is pleased to announce their officers and new Board members for 2018. 2018 Officers Andrea Iannucci, PharmD, BCOP will serve as the 2018 BPS Chair. Dr. Iannucci is currently Assistant Chief Pharmacist, Oncology and Investigational Drugs Services at the University of California, Davis Medical Center more PR

Bob Dole Receives Congress' Highest Civilian Honor (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The White House issued the following news release: Former Senate Republican Leader Robert "Bob" Dole received the Congressional Gold Medal in a ceremony on Capitol Hill Wednesday, January 17. "Bob earned his place in the chronicle of American legends by the time he was 21, and in the decades since, he has never stopped earning his place in the pages of American history," President Donald J. Trump said. The Congressional Gold Medal is the highest award a civilian can rec more PR

Boise State Survey Shows Continuing Importance of Education, Economic Issues (10)

BOISE, Idaho, Jan. 18 -- Boise State University issued the following news release: A new statewide survey conducted by Boise State University's School of Public Service shows Idahoans remain optimistic about the economy, but continue to view it as a top policy priority. In addition, the survey shows residents continue to evaluate the quality of public education unfavorably, and new data finds additional potential issues with workforce training and educational opportunities. The third annual Id more PR

Bottled Water Industry Teams Up With Keep America Beautiful to Promote Value and Importance of Recycling (10)

DALLAS, Texas, Jan. 17 -- Keep America Beautiful issued the following news release: With a common goal of improving recycling access and increasing recycling rates by educating consumers about the value of recycling, the International Bottled Water Association (IBWA) and Keep America Beautiful announced their partnership today at the 2018 Keep America Beautiful National Conference, taking place Jan. 17-19 at The Fairmont Dallas Hotel in Dallas, Texas. IBWA will become a national sponsor of Ame more PR

Bottled Water Industry Teams Up With Keep America Beautiful to Promote Value and Importance of Recycling (10)

DALLAS, Texas, Jan. 17 -- The International Bottled Water Association issued the following news release: With a common goal of improving recycling access and increasing recycling rates by educating consumers about the value of recycling, the International Bottled Water Association (IBWA) and Keep America Beautiful announced their partnership today at the 2018 Keep America Beautiful National Conference, taking place Jan. 17-19 at The Fairmont Dallas Hotel in Dallas, Texas. IBWA will become a na more PR

BPC Report: Rightsizing Rural Health Care in America Demands National Attention (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Bipartisan Policy Center issued the following news release: While there are renewed efforts to revive rural America, its residents continue to face greater disparities and barriers to quality health care than their urban counterparts and should not be disenfranchised from national policy discussions. Today, the Bipartisan Policy Center releases a new report which highlights the challenges of health care delivery in rural areas of the Upper Midwest and identifies key a more PR

Brittney S. Kaufmann Joins ABOR as Associate Vice President of Government Affairs and Community Relations (10)

PHOENIX, Arizona, Jan. 19 -- The Arizona Board of Regents issued the following news release: The Arizona Board of Regents announced today that Brittney S. Kaufmann is joining the board office as associate vice president of government affairs and community relations. Kaufmann, who begins her role Jan. 29th, will assist the board in developing, implementing and coordinating ABOR and Arizona's public universities government affairs activities as well as advocating for budget, policy and legislati more PR

Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Challenges New Yorkers to Get Civically Engaged (10)

BRONX, New York, Jan. 16 -- Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. issued the following news release: Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. is kicking off the New Year by tackling an issue of tremendous importance in New York City--the need for greater civic engagement among New Yorkers. In partnership with the new civic engagement platform OrangeUGoing.com, Borough President Diaz announced the "Hour New York Challenge" in The Bronx to encourage New Yorkers to take the pledge to dedicate at le more PR

BU Concert Features Western and Hindustani Music (10)

BLOOMSBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 19 -- Bloomsburg University issued the following news release: Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania will host a free concert featuring classical western and Hindustani music on Thursday, Feb. 1, at 7:30 p.m. in Haas Center for the Arts, Mitrani Hall. The program, titled "The Valley of the Bells," will feature Bloomsburg piano professor Charisse Baldoria on piano and guest artist Sangeetha Michael, a Hindustani classical singer specializing in Kheya. Michael will more PR

BU To Host Award-Winning Author for MLK Event (10)

BLOOMSBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 16 -- Bloomsburg University issued the following news release: Wil Haygood, acclaimed biographer, Pulitzer finalist, award-winning author and reporter will speak at Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania's 25th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Celebration on Monday, Feb. 5 at 6 p.m. in Carver Hall's Gross Auditorium. Haygood is the author of seven books including the New York Times bestsellers Showdown: Thurgood Marshall and the Supreme Court Nomination more PR

Bulgarian Painter Plays With Boundaries in Talley Gallery Exhibit Opening Jan. 23 (10)

BEMIDJI, Minnesota, Jan. 17 -- Bemidji State University issued the following news: "Playing With Boundaries," a collection of abstract oil paintings on paper by Bulgarian artist Mihail Lalov, opens Jan. 23 in Bemidji State University's Talley Gallery. The gallery will host an opening reception for the exhibit from 2-5 p.m. on Jan. 23, featuring a gallery talk by Natalia Himmirska, professor of technology, art & design in Bemidji State's TAD School, beginning at 2 p.m. "Although the paintings more PR

Bursaries Help Selkirk College Students Focus on Post-Secondary Goals (10)

CASTLEGAR, British Columbia, Jan. 16 -- Selkirk College issued the following news release: The challenges post-secondary students face as they work toward a desired education are varied and relative. Some hurdles are greater than others, but those who embark on a journey at Selkirk College have the option of seeking financial relief through bursaries that help ease the strain. When she enroled in the Education Assistant & Community Support Worker Program (EACSW) on the Castlegar Campus, Angela more PR

CA Technologies Pledges to Reach 50,000 Under-18 Students by 2020 to Further Address STEM Skills Gap in Europe (10)

MORGES, Switzerland, Jan. 19 -- CA Technologies issued the following news release: CA Technologies (NASDAQ:CA) today announced its ambition is to reach 50,000 under-18 students in Europe by 2020 to inspire them to consider future careers in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) and help address the chronic skills gap. The goal is outlined in the Company's Create Tomorrow 2018 corporate social responsibility (CSR) report published today "Inspiring the Innovators of Tomorrow", which more PR

CAI Announces 2018 President and Board of Trustees (10)

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Jan. 18 -- The Community Associations Institute issued the following news release: Community Associations Institute (CAI), the leading authority in community association governance, education, and management, welcomes John Hammersmith, CMCA, AMS, PCAM, as its 2018 president. Hammersmith, chief executive officer of Hammersmith Management Inc., in Denver, Colo., began his term as CAI's president on Jan. 1. He leads the Institute's 15-member Board of Trustees, composed of more PR

CAIR-NY Condemns Anti-Muslim Harassment at Hewlett-Woodmere BOE Meetings, Calls for Recognition of Eid Holidays (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 19 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations issued the following news release: The New York chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NY), a leading Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today condemned the alleged harassment of Muslim community members and students attending Hewlett-Woodmere Board of Education meetings on January 10 and 17. During the January 10 discussion about recognizing the Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha holidays, one Muslim comm more PR

California Charter Schools Association Issues Statement on DACA Students (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, Jan. 16 -- California Charter Schools Association issued the following statement: * * * The California Charter Schools Association (CCSA) urges members of the United States Congress to recognize the importance and significance of permanently protecting students across the nation under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), also known as DREAMERS. CCSA joins others in the education community including the Los Angeles Unified School District and the Universit more PR

Call for Papers WWEC2018, Extended Deadline: 31 January! (10)

BONN, Germany, Jan. 18 -- 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 moderniz more PR

Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids Issues Statement on Smoking Rates Report (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids issued the following statement by President Matthew L. Myers: "A CDC report issued today shows that while the United States has made great progress in reducing smoking, 37.8 million adults still smoked in 2016 and there are large disparities in who still smokes in the U.S. This report shows why the fight against tobacco - the nation's No. 1 cause of preventable death - must remain a national priority and why proven strategies to reduce t more PR

CancerLinQ LLC Enters Collaboration With the Association for Molecular Pathology (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 17 -- The American Society of Clinical Oncology issued the following news release: CancerLinQ LLC and the Association for Molecular Pathology (AMP), a global, molecular diagnostics professional society, have entered into a collaboration. AMP leadership and members will be applying the breadth of their knowledge to CancerLinQ(R), the American Society of Clinical Oncology's (ASCO) health information technology platform designed to leverage the power of big data to help more PR

Capital Budget Passes Bringing Much Needed Resources for 46th Legislative District Projects (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, Jan. 18 -- Washington House Democrats issued the following news release: Rep. Gerry Pollet (D-Seattle) and Rep. Javier Valdez (D-Seattle) laud the much-delayed passage of the capital budget today in Olympia. "Our children's education and health along with the environment in the 46th District will benefit for many years to come from our finally being able to pass a state capital budget today ," said Rep. Pollet. Earlier this evening, the House of Representatives passed the more PR

Capital Budget Plan Prioritizing K-12 School Construction and Mental Health Care Approved by House (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, Jan. 18 -- The Washington state House Republicans issued the following news release: Late Thursday, the House approved the long-awaited bipartisan 2017-19 capital budget. With $4.17 billion in total spending and $2.72 billion in bonds, the newly approved budget also leaves $211 million for supplemental capital budget planning in 2018. Rep. Richard DeBolt, R-Chehalis, ranking minority member on the House Capital Budget Committee, was instrumental in piecing together the agr more PR

CCECS Announces Introductory French Course (10)

HILO, Hawaii, Jan. 16 -- The University of Hawaii's Hilo campus issued the following news release: The College of Continuing Education and Community Service (CCECS) at the University of Hawaii at Hilo offers an introductory French language course with native speaker and long- time French instructor Sylvie Garnero. Conversational French with Sylvie Garnero is a practical and interactive course for those age 16 and up. Through observation and extensive practice, students learn how the French com more PR

CCNY Study Explores Why Antidepressants Don't Work for Half of People Taking Them (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 17 -- The City University of New York's City College of New York issued the following news: According to the World Health Organization more than three hundred million people worldwide suffer from depression. Unfortunately, the antidepressants commonly used to treat them only work for 50% of the population. A recent paper published in the journal Molecular Psychiatry explores how a protein named CK2 could be playing a key role. The lead author of the paper, Julia Castello, is a b more PR

CDC Announces Draft National Occupational Research Agenda Availability For Comment (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced the availability of a draft NORA Agenda entitled "National Occupational Research Agenda for Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing" for public comment. Excerpts of the notice state: To view the notice and related materials, visit https://www.regulations.gov and enter CDC-2018-0007 in the search field and click "Search." Table of Contents Dates: Ad more ST

CDFW to Sell Hunting and Fishing Licenses, Answer Questions and More at Sportsmen's Show (10)

SACRAMENTO, California, Jan. 16 -- The California Department of Fish and Wildlife issued the following news release: The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is returning to the International Sportsmen's Exposition (ISE) at Cal Expo in Sacramento from Jan. 18-21. This is the largest hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation show of its kind in northern California. Wildlife officers, fisheries and wildlife scientists, hunter education instructors, license agents and many other CDFW s more PR

CDL Learner's Permit Prep Class Coming to Summersville, 2018 (10)

BEAVER, West Virginia, Jan. 16 -- New River Community and Technical College issued the following news release: New River Community and Technical College is offering a three-day class at the campus in Summersville to prepare students for the commercial driver's license learner's permit written examination. The class is scheduled for Monday, February 5 through Wednesday, February 7 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The class will provide students with the knowledge and study skills needed to prepa more PR

CECS Student Shawn El-Souri Helps Struggling Students Succeed (10)

DEARBORN, Michigan, Jan. 15 -- The University of Michigan's Dearborn campus issued the following news: As a high school student, Shawn El-Souri took exams that would decide his future. He remembers the pressure he felt; knowing the scores would dictate his career path and educational opportunities. Today, El-Souri--who was born in Dearborn, but grew up in Lebanon--uses his knowledge and experience to help GED students and underprivileged youth better navigate their own experiences. "The psych more PR

CED Analysis: Raising Immigration Levels Can Save America Over $300 Billion (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Committee for Economic Development issued the following news release: In a new policy brief, the Committee for Economic Development of The Conference Board (CED) details major benefits of raising U.S. immigration levels. The Power of More Foreign-Born Workers identifies the potential economic and workforce benefits of increasing the number of new immigrants based on their human capital value, saving the U.S. up to $314 billion of human investment. As the report highl more PR

Centenary Honors Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King During Annual 'Dream Week' (10)

SHREVEPORT, Louisiana, Jan. 15 -- Centenary College of Louisiana issued the following news release: Centenary College has announced the schedule for its annual "Dream Week," a celebration of the legacy and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Week programming is community-centered and encourages reflection, service, and action. The week begins on January 15 with the College's 10th annual MLK Service Day and includes a special screening of the Shreveport civil rights documentary Bey more PR

Center for Public Education New Report Confirms Significant Student Population Left 'Out of the Loop' (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 16 -- The National School Boards Association issued the following news release: Nearly 20 percent of the country's students are enrolled in rural schools, yet are not provided the same focus in national policy or research as students in urban and suburban school districts. "Out of the Loop," a new report from the National School Boards Association's (NSBA), Center for Public Education (CPE), finds that poverty, isolation and inequities are exacerbated for rural studen more PR

Center for Reproductive Rights Denounces Arrest of Pregnant Schoolgirls in Tanzania (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 16 -- The Center for Reproductive Rights issued the following news release: Five schoolgirls who became pregnant and their parents were arrested last week following a local government directive, despite no laws forbidding teenagers from becoming pregnant. Everyone was later released on bail. The arrests took place in Tandahimba District in the Mtwara region of Tanzania. A directive was later issued for the arrest of the men who impregnated the girls after they went into hiding. more PR

Chadron State and Wayne State Rural Law Opportunities Program Receives American Bar Association Brown Select Award (10)

CHADRON, Nebraska, Jan. 16 -- Chadron State College issued the following news release: On Friday, the Rural Law Opportunities Program (RLOP) was named the 2018 American Bar Association (ABA) Brown Select Award recipient. More than 3,000 people voted to determine the winner. The award is a component of the Louis M. Brown Award for Legal Access, which is an annual award that recognizes programs and projects that enable affordable access to legal services for those of moderate income in ways that more PR

Chairman and Ranking Member Call on GAO to Examine Sexual Harassment by Federally Funded Researchers (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson, D-Texas, ranking Democratic member of the House Science, Space and Technology Committee, issued the following news release: U.S. House Science, Space, and Technology Committee Chairman Lamar Smith (R-TX) and Ranking Member Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX) today sent a letter (https://democrats-science.house.gov/sites/democrats.science.house.gov/files/documents/1.18.18%20Sexual%20Harassment%20Letter_EBJ_Smith.pdf) to the Government Accountability Of more PR

Chairman Crowley Introduces 'A Better Deal for Queens and the Bronx' (10)

QUEENS, New York, Jan. 16 -- House Democratic Caucus Chairman Joe Crowley, D-New York, issued the following news release: Today, House Democratic Caucus Chairman Joe Crowley (D-NY) introduced A Better Deal for Queens and the Bronx - a collection of concrete legislative and advocacy efforts to improve life for New Yorkers. The Better Deal for Queens and the Bronx includes real and tangible improvements to make it easier for students to learn in modern classrooms and for parents to make the best more PR

Chancellor Leland Visits D.C. to Urge Congress to Protect Dreamers (10)

MERCED, California, Jan. 19 -- The University of California-Merced issued the following news: UC Merced Chancellor Dorothy Leland united with members of the Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration in Washington, D.C., earlier this week to call on Congress to pass a permanent legislative solution to protect young immigrants known as Dreamers. The Alliance's call to action is in response to the Trump administration's decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DA more PR

Changes Needed to Help Latina/o Students Succeed in Developmental Education Courses (10)

AMES, Iowa, Jan. 17 -- Iowa State University issued the following news release: Erin Doran knows change is never easy, even with evidence illustrating why the current approach to developmental education is not working for many students. Doran, an assistant professor in Iowa State University's School of Education, has developed a framework to better serve Latina/o students needing extra preparation before they enroll in college-level courses. She points to the disproportionate number of Latina more PR

Chicago Teachers Union Issues Statement on City College CPS Support (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 18 -- Chicago Teachers Union issued the following statement by Vice President Jesse Sharkey on Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel's announcement that city colleges will provide 'college navigator' supports for 1,000 high school students in Chicago public schools: "The mayor's new graduation requirement compels every high school student to have a 'plan' for college, military service, employment or trade school to graduate. Yet his announcement that CPS will partner with City Coll more PR

Chicago Teachers Union Issues Statement on Death of Retired Judge (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 16 -- Chicago Teachers Union issued the following statement by Vice President Jesse Sharkey on the death of retired Federal Judge Milton Shadur: "We're deeply saddened to learn of the passing of judge Shadur. He was truly a titan of fairness and decency on the bench, and ruled on a number of cases that materially advanced the cause of educational justice for our students, and fairness and dignity for our members. As recently as May of this year, he ruled to allow the CTU more PR

Chicago Teachers Union Issues Statement on NTA, Public Schools (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 17 -- Chicago Teachers Union issued the following statement: * * * Chicago Teachers Union Vice President Jesse Sharkey issued the following statement today, as members of Chicago's public school communities gathered at this month's City Council meeting. Protesters are demanding that the mayor abandon failed education policies, stop efforts to close NTA and Englewood's public high schools, adequately fund neighborhood public schools, and eliminate corporate giveaways tha more PR

Chief Justice Pledges to Continue Making Judicial System Budget Efficient, Accountable (10)

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Jan. 16 -- The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals issued the following news release: "The West Virginia Supreme Court is committed to sound fiscal management and administration of the judicial branch of government and takes its commitment to state taxpayers seriously," Chief Justice Allen H. Loughry II said in a speech to the Senate Finance Committee on Tuesday. Chief Justice Loughry described that in the last year, "our Court has experienced more change than at a more PR

Childcare Conference Unites Providers, Teachers and Experts (10)

STATESBORO, Georgia, Jan. 16 -- Georgia Southern University issued the following news release: Georgia Southern University will host the 31st Annual Southern Conference on Children from 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 20, in the Nessmith-Lane Center at 847 Plant Drive in Statesboro. This year's conference theme is "Nurturing Healthy Children," and childcare staff and directors, teachers and parents of young children will spend the day learning key information about early childhood dev more PR

Childhood Obesity, How to Deal With It (10)

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, Jan. 14 -- UnityPoint Health issued the following news release: Childhood obesity is the most common chronic medical condition impacting about 12.7 million youth in our country. Pediatrician Jennifer Groos, MD, UnityPoint Health, says about one-third of the kids who walk through the doors at her clinic are overweight or obese. A child's growth can put them at risk for diabetes, heart disease, kidney and liver problems. But, there are simple things your families can do to more PR

China: Rights Crackdown Goes Global (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 18 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news release: The Chinese government under the leadership of President Xi Jinping expanded its sustained offensive against human rights both at home and abroad in 2017, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2018. The death of the Nobel Peace Prize laureate Liu Xiaobo in a hospital under heavy guard in July epitomized the authorities' deep contempt for people's rights. China used its increasing global influence to threaten more PR

Christoffersens Make Gift to Sciences (10)

MOUNT VERNON, Iowa, Jan. 18 -- Cornell College issued the following news release: In their second major gift to Cornell College, Ralph "Chris" Christoffersen '59 and Barbara Christoffersen have committed $250,000 to the Science Facilities Project to ensure that Cornell has state-of-the-art science facilities within the liberal arts framework. "Our support comes from the belief that we need to reinforce as a nation the importance of excellent liberal arts colleges like Cornell. The sciences, in more PR

CIA, FOOD & WINE Team Up for Educational Festival Series Launching in February (10)

NAPA, California, Jan. 18 -- The Culinary Institute of America issued the following news release: The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) announced today it is teaming with Time Inc.'s (NYSE: TIME) FOOD & WINE to host a festival series for food enthusiasts across the country. The inaugural FOOD & WINE Weekend with the CIA will be held February 16-18, 2018 at The Culinary Institute of America at Copia in Napa, CA. The three-day event will be the ultimate gastronomic getaway filled with tastings, more PR

Circle K Announces First Full-Service Franchise Opportunities in Canada (10)

LAVAL, Quebec, Jan. 17 -- Alimentation Couche-Tard, a convenience store industry, issued the following news release: Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. ("Couche-Tard") (TSX: ATD.A ATD.B), one of the world's largest convenience store retailers with over 15,000 stores globally, is excited to announce new full-service franchise opportunities with its Circle K brand in Canada. The expansion marks the first time the Circle K brand will be franchised in Canada with the offer initially targeting the Ontari more PR

City of Long Beach Launches Justice Lab (10)

LONG BEACH, California, Jan. 16 -- The city of Long Beach issued the following news release: This January, the City of Long Beach launched a first-of-its kind Justice Lab to provide new tools to first responders to divert residents in need out of the criminal justice system and toward much-needed resources like treatment and care. The Justice Lab was developed through a partnership between the City's Innovation Team, or "i-team," and the Long Beach Public Safety Continuum. The Continuum consis more PR

Clark Hill Attorneys Dana L. Abrahams and Jeremy S. Motz to Co-Present at MSBO Financial Strategies Conference (10)

GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Jan. 15 -- Clark Hill, a law firm, issued the following news release: Dana L. Abrahams and Jeremy S. Motz, both Members in Clark Hill's Education and Municipal Law Practice Group, will be co-presenting on the topic of School Purchasing and Procurement at the Michigan School Business Officials (MSBO) Financial Strategies Conference on January 16, 2018. The presentation will focus on the various laws and requirements applicable to, and the strategies and best practices fo more PR

Clark to Host 'Daring to Dream Today' Conference Jan. 19-20 to Honor MLK's Legacy (10)

WORCESTER, Massachusetts, Jan. 18 -- Clark University issued the following news: Clark University will host a Radical Dreaming, King, and Intersectional Activism conference, "Daring to Dream Today: Education and Hope in Difficult Times," on Friday and Saturday, Jan. 19-20, to honor the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Ousmane Power-Greene, associate professor of history (pictured), will present a lecture, "Radical Dreaming: Re-evaluating MLK's Radical Vision for Change," from noo more PR

Clemson's Know-How Helping Army With Wild Hog Problem (10)

CLEMSON, South Carolina, Jan. 19 -- The Clemson University's Cooperative Extension issued the following news release: With feral hogs destroying property, threatening endangered species and hindering conservation efforts on a massive military installation in Texas, the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC)-Environmental Laboratory (EL) sought out the expertise of Clemson University scientists to collaborate on an ongoing research effort. Greg Yarrow, professor and chair of more PR

CMC Trustees Vote to Support DACA Students, Immigration Reform (10)

GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colorado, Jan. 15 -- Colorado Mountain College issued the following news release: The Colorado Mountain College Board of Trustees voted unanimously Friday in favor of a resolution to endorse immigration reform and in support of CMC students who have benefited from the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. The board stated in its resolution, "The CMC Board of Trustees stands with the nation's leaders to express its strongest support for meaningful and permanent immig more PR

Coalition Press Release on National Park Service Advisory Board Resignations (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Coalition to Protect America's National Parks issued the following news release: The Coalition to Protect America's National Parks is deeply disheartened at the resignation of 9 of the 12 members of the National Park System Advisory Board (Board). "After playing such an active and instrumental role in the planning of the highly successful National Park Service Centennial in 2016, we can understand the members' deep frustration at the prolonged deactivation of the Boar more PR

Coalition Sign-on Letter on Reforming Procedures in Congress for Combating Harassment and Discrimination (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights issued the following advocacy letter to Speaker Paul Ryan, Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, Chairman Gregg Harper, and Ranking Member Robert Brady: Dear Speaker Ryan, Leader Pelosi, Chairman Harper, and Ranking Member Brady: As organizations committed to advancing and protecting civil and human rights, equality, access to justice, and transparency, we write to express our appreciation for your efforts to address the proble more PR

Coker's Cecelia Coker Bell Gallery Presents 45th Annual Faculty Show (10)

HARTSVILLE, South Carolina, Jan. 15 -- Coker College issued the following news: Coker College's 45th Annual Faculty Show will open with a reception in the Cecelia Coker Bell Gallery in the Gladys C. Fort Art Building this Thursday, January 18, at 7pm. The event is free, open to the public, and refreshments will be served. The exhibit will be open for viewing through February 2. The Coker College art department starts off each year with a show of the faculty's most recent work. The 45th Annual more PR

Colby Expands Commitment to Access, Adds New Financial Tool for Students and Families (10)

WATERVILLE, Maine, Jan. 17 -- Colby College issued the following news release: As part of its commitment to ensuring the most talented students from all backgrounds have access to the best possible education, today Colby College launched MyinTuition, a tool designed to assist families in understanding their estimated cost to attend the College. This benefits all families, but may be especially useful to those for whom the "sticker price" prohibits them from considering Colby as a realistic fina more PR

Colin Kaepernick Puts Money Where His Mouth Is (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Advancement Project, a 501(c)3 non-profit that develop and inspire community-based solutions based on the same high quality legal analysis and public education campaigns, issued the following news release: Advancement Project's national office is excited to announce that it is one of the final recipients of Colin Kaepernick's $1 million in 10 months pledge to local and national advocacy organizations. Kaepernick, professional football player and social justice advocat more PR

College Fund Announces Environmental Program Awardees to Restore Native Knowledge for Healthy Earth (10)

DENVER, Colorado, Jan. 18 -- The American Indian College Fund issued the following news release: Groundwater contamination, erosion, lack of access to healthy foods, and poor air quality are just some of the environmental concerns facing American Indian communities across the United States. Yet indigenous people have long held specialized knowledge that can lead to unique solutions to these challenges. The American Indian College Fund (the College Fund), whose motto is "Education is the answer, more PR

College of Education Wins Hospitality Award (10)

RUSTON, Louisiana, Jan. 15 -- Louisiana Tech University issued the following news: The Ruston Lincoln Parish Convention & Visitors Bureau recently announced that the Louisiana Tech University College of Education has won the 2017 Lincoln Parish Hospitality Award. The College of Education made noteworthy contributions to the tourism economy of Lincoln Parish in Spring 2017 by hosting the National Field Experience Conference (NFEC) and the Louisiana Academy of Sciences Annual Meeting. These even more PR

College Partners With Trustco Bank on New Bank Financial Security and Money Laundering Prevention Certificate Program (10)

SCEHNECTADY, New York, Jan. 18 -- Schenectady County Community College issued the following news release: Officials from SUNY Schenectady County Community College (SUNY SCCC) announced today that the College will offer a new certificate program in Bank Financial Security and Money Laundering Prevention in partnership with Trustco Bank. The College plans to begin offering the program in an online format in Fall 2018. Trustco Bank will donate $10,000 to the College, including five $1,000 scholar more PR

College Savings Top $1 Billion in Oklahoma (10)

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Jan. 18 -- Oklahoma State Treasurer Ken Miller issued the following news release: College savers in Oklahoma reached an important milestone prior to ringing in the New Year, eclipsing the $1 billion mark in savings for the first time. The accomplishment was announced by officials with the Oklahoma 529 College Savings Plan (OCSP), Oklahoma's direct-sold college savings plan, and OklahomaDream 529, the state's advisor-sold plan. Following the conclusion of a very succes more PR

Commissioner's Weekly Update 1 19 18 - Board to Meet, Commissioner Finalists, AP Fee Subsidies (10)

BOSTON, Jan. 19 -- The Massachusetts Department of Education issued the following update from the commissioner: Contents: * Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to Meet * Commissioner Finalists * Advanced Placement Exam Fee Subsidies * Revision of the Massachusetts History and Social Science Curriculum Framework * Substance Use Prevention Education Training for Elementary and Middle Schools * Including Data from Commonwealth Virtual Schools for the School-Attending Children Report more PR

Committee on Rights of Child Considers Report of Panama (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Jan. 18 -- The United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child issued the following news release: The Committee on the Rights of the Child today concluded its consideration of the combined fifth and sixth periodic report of Panama under the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Introducing the report, Yazmin Cardenas, Director of the National Secretariat of Childhood, Adolescence and Family of Panama, stated that Panama continued to develop activities seeking to ensur more PR

Committee on Rights of Child Examines Report of Seychelles (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Jan. 19 -- The United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child issued the following news release: The Committee on the Rights of the Child today concluded its consideration of the combined fifth and sixth periodic report of Seychelles under the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Introducing the report, Jeanne Simeon, Minister of Family Affairs of Seychelles, noted that Seychelles remained determined to further improve the protection of children's rights. Significan more PR

Committee on the Rights of the Child Considers Report of Panama (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Jan. 18 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release: The Committee on the Rights of the Child today concluded its consideration of the combined fifth and sixth periodic report of Panama under the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Introducing the report, Yazmin Cardenas, Director of the National Secretariat of Childhood, Adolescence and Family of Panama, stated that Panama continued to develop activities seeking to ensure effective im more PR

Committee on the Rights of the Child Examines Report of Guatemala (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Jan. 17 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release: The Committee on the Rights of the Child today concluded its consideration of the combined fifth to sixth periodic report of Guatemala under the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Introducing the report, Jorge Luis Borrayo Reyes, President of the Presidential Human Rights Policy Coordination Commission of Guatemala, stated that the Government sought to ensure that all its administra more PR

Committee on the Rights of the Child Examines Report of Guatemala (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Jan. 17 -- The United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child issued the following news release: The Committee on the Rights of the Child today concluded its consideration of the combined fifth to sixth periodic report of Guatemala under the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Introducing the report, Jorge Luis Borrayo Reyes, President of the Presidential Human Rights Policy Coordination Commission of Guatemala, stated that the Government sought to ensure that all more PR

Committee on the Rights of the Child Examines Report of Seychelles (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Jan. 19 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release: The Committee on the Rights of the Child today concluded its consideration of the combined fifth and sixth periodic report of Seychelles under the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Introducing the report, Jeanne Simeon, Minister of Family Affairs of Seychelles, noted that Seychelles remained determined to further improve the protection of children's rights. Significant advances had more PR

Committee on the Rights of the Child Reviews Report of Sri Lanka (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Jan. 16 -- The United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child issued the following news release: The Committee on the Rights of the Child today concluded its consideration of the combined fifth to sixth periodic report of Sri Lanka under the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Introducing the report, Chandrani Senaratne, Secretary at the Ministry of Women and Child Affairs of Sri Lanka, noted that building a better future for children, who constituted approximately more PR

Community Gathers to Honor Legacy, Philosophy, Vision of Martin Luther King Jr. (10)

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Jan. 16 -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following news release: A capacity crowd of more than 700 people celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy at the 43rd annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Banquet on Jan. 15, sponsored by the Penn State Forum on Black Affairs (FOBA), at the Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel. The theme of the event was "The Mountain Top Has Not Been Reached," a reference to "I've Been to the Mountaintop," King's las more PR

Competitive Grant Opportunities for Recruiting and Preparing Teachers and Principals (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 17 -- The Texas Education Agency issued the following document from Educator Support Deputy Commissioner Martin Winchester: The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is pleased to announce the opening of grant opportunities for the 2018-2019 Grow Your Own and 2018-2019 Principal Preparation grant programs. The 2018-2019 Grow Your Own grants can be used to encourage high school students to consider teaching as a career, paraprofessionals and/or teacher aides to pursue certification, more PR

Congressman Holds News Conference at CSUSB to Discuss DACA Bill (10)

SAN BERNARDINO, California, Jan. 16 -- California State University issued the following news release: U.S. Rep. Pete Aguilar (D-San Bernardino) visited Cal State San Bernardino recently to discuss bipartisan legislation he has co-authored with Republican Rep. Will Hurd of Texas to enact legislative action for recipients of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals or DACA. Aguilar discussed the bill during a news conference held at the university on Jan. 13. Participating with him were Brian more PR

Connecting Innovation to Career Success (10)

GETTYSBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 16 -- Gettysburg College issued the following news release: When Robert Schwartz '92 first entered into the marketing field with AT&T, the industry relied heavily on print, television, and radio ads. A few technological advances and companies--including J.P.Morgan Chase, Century 21, Ogilvy and Mather, and IBM--later, and Schwartz has learned that adaptability is critical to success. "You need to change just as much as the brands you consult," said Schwartz. "It' more PR

Conservation Mind Game: Study Suggests Ways to Encourage Homeowners to Save Energy (10)

ITHACA, New York, Jan. 16 -- Ithaca College issued the following news release: As winter temperatures plummet into the single digits, plenty of homeowners wish they could keep their home energy costs down -- and help the environment to boot! -- but often fail to take action. A new study led by Kathryn Caldwell, an assistant professor of psychology at Ithaca College, demonstrates that homeowners can be encouraged to make changes to their energy use with a simple education plan and some helpful t more PR

Continuing Education Spring 2018 Workshop Schedule (10)

JEFFERSON, New York, Jan. 19 -- The State University of New York's Jefferson Community College issued the following news release: Jefferson Community College (JCC) Continuing Education Division released its spring 2018 workshop listing that features a new grant writing webinar series that will kick-off on February 28 with Grant Writing 101: How to Write a Grant. The webinars run from noon to 1:00 p.m. and registration is $30. In addition to the Grant Writing Webinar Series, JCC offers series o more PR

Cooperative Extension Offers January Better Living Workshops (10)

FAYETTEVILLE, North Carolina, Jan. 16 -- Cumberland County issued the following news release: Cumberland County Cooperative Extension announces the Better Living Series Workshops "Plunge Into Pruning" and "Super Bowl Snack Ideas" in January. Both workshops will be held at the Cumberland County Cooperative Extension Office, located at 301 E. Mountain Dr., Fayetteville. The workshop Plunge Into Pruning will be Jan. 26 from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. Participants will learn the what, when, why and how more PR

Core of URI's Kingston Campus Listed on National Register of Historic Places (10)

KINGSTON, Rhode Island, Jan. 17 -- The University of Rhode Island issued the following news release: The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service has recognized the core of the University of Rhode Island's main campus in Kingston as a historic district, adding it to the National Register of Historic Places. This federal distinction recognizes the University of Rhode Island Historic District for its contributions to the history of education, architecture and landscape architectur more PR

CoStar Group Partners With Kansas City Regional Association of Realtors, Serving as the Association's Exclusive Provider of Commercial Real Estate Information, Analytics and Marketing (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- CoStar Group, a provider of commercial real estate information, analytics and online marketplaces, issued the following news release: CoStar Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSGP) the leading provider of commercial real estate information, analytics and online marketplaces, today announced a partnership with Kansas City Regional Association of Realtors (KCRAR) - one of the largest and most respected real estate trade organizations in the country. Working closely with KCRAR, as well more PR

Court Rejects Pierce College's Attempt to Dismiss Lawsuit Against Its Tiny 'Free Speech Zone' (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, Jan. 18 -- The Foundation for Individual Rights in Education issued the following news release: In an order issued yesterday, a federal district court denied Los Angeles Community College District and Pierce College administrators' motion to dismiss student Kevin Shaw's First Amendment lawsuit. Finding that the open spaces of public colleges like Pierce College are traditional public forums -- "regardless of Pierce's regulations" -- the court rejected the school's argum more PR

Creasy Named Civil Service Employee of the Month (10)

MACOMB, Illinois, Jan. 18 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: Western Illinois University Department of Distance Education Support Chief Clerk Renea Creasy has been named the Al and Elaine Goldfarb Civil Service Employee of the Month for January. Creasy began working at WIU in Purchasing in Summer 2012. She was named chief clerk in the University Union Bookstore in October 2013, and transferred to her current position in July 2016. According to Creasy's nominator more PR

Creating New Jobs, Combatting the Heroin and Opioid Epidemic, and Improving Education Standards (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 19 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news: This week, Governor Wolf wrote a letter to President Trump asking for more federal support to combat the heroin and opioid epidemic. Since taking office, the governor has expanded access to naloxone for schools, first responders and emergency personnel, provided funding for 45 Center of Excellence, and launched a Prescription Drug Monitoring Program. Just last week, he declared this epidemic a statewi more PR

CSUF President Addresses Vietnamese American Chamber of Commerce (10)

FULLERTON, California, Jan. 19 -- California State University issued the following news release: Speaking before hundreds of members and friends of the Vietnamese American Chamber of Commerce Thursday, President Framroze (Fram) Virjee described what his first few days as CSUF's new leader have been like. He also spoke of the mission of the university, and how CSUF has built links with the Vietnamese community over the decades. "I admit that it still shocks and kind of scares me every time I he more PR

CSUSB's Women's Leadership Conference to Inspire Campus Community and Explore Women's Issues (10)

SAN BERNARDINO, California, Jan. 19 -- California State University issued the following news release: A day of thought-provoking conversation and enriching empowerment is set to take place at Cal State San Bernardino's Women's Leadership Conference on Friday, Feb. 2, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Santos Manuel Student Union Events Center. Attendees will get the chance to see "powerful speakers, panelists of amazing individuals who identify as women and sessions that cater to women issues," acc more PR

Cuomo Starts Re-Election Year & Tough Budget Season With All Ratings Up & Best Favorable Rating Since June 2014 (10)

LOUDONVILLE, New York, Jan. 16 -- Siena College Research Institute issued the following news release: Andrew Cuomo begins his eighth year as Governor with his best favorability rating, 62-30 percent, up from 52-43 percent among 2017 likely voters in November, since the middle of his fourth year in office. His job performance rating is 50-48 percent, up from negative 45-54 percent in November, and in his strongest showing this cycle, 55 percent of voters are prepared to re-elect him, compared to more PR

D'Youville Receives Grant to Fund Mental Health Initiative (10)

BUFFALO, New York, Jan. 19 -- D'Youville College issued the following news: The Patrick P. Lee Foundation has awarded D'Youville College $51,000 to fund the Lee Foundation Mental Health Professional Development Initiative. With the Lee Foundation's generous support, D'Youville will provide multiple professional development training opportunities on a range of mental health topics, including current best practices as well as emerging trends. "We are very grateful to the Lee Foundation for this more PR

Dayton Foundation Donors Award $26.4M in Grants (10)

DAYTON, Ohio, Jan. 16 -- The Dayton Foundation issued the following news release: In the first half of The Dayton Foundation's fiscal year (July 1, 2017, through December 31, 2017), fund holders awarded 10,515 grants totaling $26.4 million to not-for-profit organizations locally and across the country. This is a seven percent increase in dollars awarded over the same time period in 2016. Among these were discretionary and Greenlight Grants awarded by the Foundation's volunteer Grants Committee more PR

Daytona State Leadership Positions Filled (10)

DAYTONA BEACH, Florida, Jan. 16 -- Daytona State College issued the following news release: Daytona State College kicks off 2018 with positions filled within administrative ranks, announced during the college's opening semester talks. Spring classes began Jan. 16 across the college. Louis Mercer will begin serving as Director of Campus Safety, replacing William Tillard, who is retiring this month after serving 20 years with the college. A former Daytona Beach police officer, Mercer joined Dayt more PR

DBEDT Announces Media Tour From China and Taiwan on International Education (10)

HONOLULU, Hawaii, Jan. 17 -- Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism issued the following news release: The Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) announces a media tour of 14 journalists from China and Taiwan. The tour will take place during the week of Feb. 4-10, 2018. This mission serves to promote Hawaii as an education destination and to increase the enrollment of students from China and Taiwan to Hawaii. The Study Hawaii Consortium, an o more PR

DCMA Celebrates MLK Day With Words, Poems, Fellowship (10)

FORT LEE, Virginia, Jan. 18 -- The Defense Contract Management Agency issued the following news: By Thomas Perry Public Affairs President of Virginia State University Makola Abdullah asked a packed auditorium of Defense Contract Management Agency acquisition professionals a simple question during the headquarters element's Martin Luther King Day celebration Jan. 11: "What would Dr. King think of the world we live in today?" Abdullah, who served as the event's guest speaker, delivered a posit more PR

Death of Vladimir Cernusak, IOC Honorary Member (10)

LAUSANNE, Switzerland, Jan. 16 -- The International Olympic Committee issued the following news release: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is greatly saddened to learn of the death of IOC Honorary Member Vladimir Cernusak, at the age of 96. During his long career in the sports movement, Professor Vladimir Cernusak played an influential role both nationally and internationally, successfully leading the integration of the newly formed Slovak sports organisations into the Olympic Movement more PR

Decoding the Far-Right: Author Reading, Q-and-A on New Book on Youth Radicalization (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- American University issued the following event advisory: What: Book launch, author discussion and Q-and-A on The Extreme Gone Mainstream. The past decade has witnessed a steady increase in far-right politics, social movements, and extremist violence in Europe. Scholars and policymakers have struggled to understand the causes and dynamics that have made the far right so appealing to so many peoplein other words, that have made the extreme more mainstream. In this book, Am more PR

Del. Amata Highlights Veterans' Needs at Hearing Focused on Helping Homeless Veterans (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- Del. Amata Radewagen, R-American Samoa, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Aumua Amata welcomed this week's combined hearing of two Subcommittees of the Committee on Veterans' Affairs regarding the needs of the veteran homeless population. "Our country has a serious commitment to the health and well-being of our veterans," said Aumua Amata. "I'm pleased to see this effort to alleviate the problem of homelessness among our nation's veterans. By continuing to more PR

DEM Launches New Education and Certification Program for Commercial Shellfish Harvesters (10)

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Jan. 18 -- The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management issued the following news release: The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) announces a new, mandatory education and certification program for everyone who commercially harvests and lands shellfish in Rhode Island. The goal of the program is to ensure that shellfish harvesters deliver a safe product to shellfish dealers, and, in turn, to shellfish consumers. Certification may be ob more PR

Democracy for America Backs Jamie Long for Minnesota State House (10)

BURLINGTON, Vermont, Jan. 17 -- Democracy for America issued the following news release: Today, Democracy for America (DFA) announced its endorsement of Jamie Long in the competitive primary for Minnesota House District 61B. DFA is a member-driven, people-powered progressive PAC with 35,172 members in Minnesota and more than one million members nationwide. In recent years, DFA has been a strong supporter of numerous Minnesota progressives, including Rep. Keith Ellison's 2017 race for DNC chair more PR

Democrats for Education Reform Issues Statement on CCJEF V Rell Decision (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Democrats for Education Reform issued the following statement by State Director Amy Dowell in response to the Connecticut Supreme Court's decision on Connecticut Coalition for Justice in Education Funding v. Rell: "With all due respect for the careful judicial process that considered this complex case, this decision is yet another stark reminder that - without additional commitment from the Legislature for fair and progressive funding for public education, the true genesi more PR

Department of Education Issues Jan. 19 Education Review Newsletter (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following Education Review newsletter: Lessons Learned On January 16, Secretary DeVos spoke at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) as part of the conference "Bush-Obama School Reform: Lessons Learned." Following are excerpts from her remarks (https://www.ed.gov/news/speeches/prepared-remarks-us-education-secretary-betsy-devos-american-enterprise-institute). Video is available here (http://www.aei.org/events/bush-obama-schoo more PR

DePauw Junior & 'Dreamer' Anna Munoz Addresses Capitol Hill News Conference (10)

GREENCASTLE, Indiana, Jan. 17 -- DePauw University issued the following news: "Today I am more open minded and passionate thanks to my professors and peers at DePauw University who challenge me to ask the difficult questions and to realize that every single person has a story worth hearing," DePauw junior Anna Munoz told a news conference in Washington, D.C. this afternoon. "Today I am here on Capitol Hill to share my own story to lawmakers in hopes that they truly listen." The event was prese more PR

Dependent Students Encouraged to Apply for AFAS Grants, Scholarships (10)

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Massachusetts, Jan. 17 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news: The Air Force Aid Society is now accepting applications for education grants and scholarships, and Airman and Family Readiness Center officials here encourage all eligible to apply. The General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant, Merit Scholarships and Supplemental Education Loan Program are available to Air Force dependent children and spouses. "All eligible dependents at Hanscom, regardless of rank, more PR

Developing New Ways to Support Student Success at Ohio State Mansfield (10)

MANSFIELD, Ohio, Jan. 14 -- Ohio State University - Mansfield issued the following news release: In the 60 years since The Ohio State University at Mansfield was founded, it has built a reputation and created a culture surrounding the importance of supporting student success. It's a reputation and culture Interim Dean Norman Jones feels sets the Mansfield campus apart and makes it a special place in the world of higher education. "We are an institution of academic excellence, the highest calib more PR

Director Wise Convenes State Team to Recommend Computer Science Standards for Schools (10)

DES MOINES, Iowa, Jan. 16 -- The Iowa Department of Education issued the following news release: Iowa Department of Education Director Ryan Wise today convened members of a new team that will review and recommend statewide standards for computer science education. The Computer Science Standards Review Team has been established as part of Senate File 274, which former Gov. Branstad signed into law in 2017. The legislation encourages computer science in every Iowa school, establishes voluntary c more PR

Discover the Crossroads of the Whole World During Adventures in Anthropology Lecture (10)

ST. MARY'S CITY, Maryland, Jan. 15 -- St. Mary's College issued the following news release: St. Mary's College welcomes Emad Khalil for the next Adventures in Anthropology lecture, Wednesday, Jan. 31, at 4:45 p.m. in Auerbach Auditorium in St. Mary's Hall on the St. Mary's College campus. Khalil is currently the professor of maritime archaeology in the department of archaeology and Greco-Roman studies at Alexandria University, Egypt. In his lecture, "Discussing The Crossroads of the Whole Worl more PR

Displacing Coal With Wood for Power Generation Will Worsen Climate Change Say MIT, UMass Lowell and Climate Interactive Researchers (10)

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Jan. 16 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Sloan School of Management issued the following news release: Wood is increasingly being used to replace coal as a source of electricity generation in many regions such as the European Union, where policymakers have declared it "carbon neutral." However, new research from researchers at MIT, Climate Interactive, and UMass Lowell reveals that displacing coal with wood for power generation can make climate change wor more PR

District, Labor Partners Reach Tentative Health, Welfare Deal (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, Jan. 19 -- The Los Angeles Unified School District issued the following news release: The Los Angeles Unified School District has reached a tentative health and welfare agreement with its eight labor partners - which represent our 12 bargaining units - that will cover calendar years 2018, 2019 and 2020. This agreement still must be approved by the Board of Education and ratified by the unions. "We are grateful to the District's team and our labor partners for their ha more PR

Downtown Campus Recognized as Project of the Year (10)

ROCHESTER, New York, Jan. 16 -- Monroe Community College issued the following news: Monroe County Executive Cheryl Dinolfo and Monroe Community College (MCC) President Dr. Anne M. Kress today announced that Monroe County has received the "Project of the Year Award" for the construction of the MCC Downtown Campus from the Genesee Valley Branch of the American Public Works Association (APWA). The award was categorized in "Structures Greater than $75 Million" and reflects the project partners' com more PR

Dr. Fletcher to Step Down As Dean of UNMC College of Pharmacy (10)

OMAHA, Nebraska, Jan. 16 -- The University of Nebraska Medical Center issued the following news release: After serving as dean of the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Pharmacy for more than a decade, Courtney Fletcher, Pharm.D., has announced that he has decided to step down effective July 1. He will remain on the college's faculty as a professor and will continue his research and teaching endeavors. "It has truly been an amazing decade for the College of Pharmacy," said UNMC C more PR

Dr. Jo Marshall Set to Retire as SCC President and CEO (10)

SOMERSET, Kentucky, Jan. 16 -- Somerset Community College issued the following news release: Dr. Jo Marshall, president and CEO of Somerset Community College since 2000, recently announced her plans to retire from the college effective June 30, 2018. "My decision to retire has not been an easy one; however, I rest assured that SCC will continue to grow and flourish as it has done for the past 53 years," said Dr. Marshall. "My tenure at SCC started with a successful SACS accreditation for the c more PR

Dr. Jonathan an Receives ADA Foundation Dentsply Sirona Research Award for Dual Degree Candidates (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 16 -- The ADA Foundation issued the following news release: Jonathan An, D.D.S., a Ph.D. candidate in oral health sciences at the University of Washington School of Dentistry, has received the inaugural ADA Foundation Dentsply Sirona Research Award for Dual Degree Candidates. The award promotes and recognizes excellence in oral health research by annually providing $10,000 in financial assistance to a dual degree (D.D.S./D.M.D. and Ph.D.) candidate who is pursuing a car more PR

Dr. Susan Eades Brings Wealth of Experience as Large Animal Hospital Leader (10)

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Jan. 17 -- Texas A&M University's College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences issued the following news release: When Dr. Susan Eades, professor and head of the Large Animal Clinical Sciences Department at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (CVM), enrolled in engineering classes at Louisiana State University (LSU) in the 1970s, her family of engineers thought she was destined to take on the family profession. However, Eades had more PR

Dubuque, Iowa, Superfund Site Included in EPA Redevelopment Focus List (10)

LENEXA, Kansas, Jan. 17 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its initial list of Superfund National Priorities List (NPL) sites with the greatest expected redevelopment and commercial potential. Included in that list is the Peoples Natural Gas Superfund Site in Dubuque, Iowa. "EPA is more than a collaborative partner to remediate the nation's most contaminated sites. We're also working to succe more PR

Ducation Minnesota Endorses Karla Bigham for State Senate (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Jan. 17 -- Education Minnesota issued the following news release: Education Minnesota's political action committee has endorsed Washington County Commissioner Karla Bigham of Cottage Grove in her campaign for the Minnesota Senate in District 54. After meeting with Bigham on Jan. 11, a screening committee of east metro educators recommended the endorsement to board of Education Minnesota's political action committee. The PAC board accepted the recommendation and voted to en more PR

During HELP Hearing, Senator Hassan Questions Higher Education Experts on Strategies to Increase Graduation Rates, Lower Student Loan Debt Burden (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The office of Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: During a Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee hearing today, Senator Maggie Hassan questioned higher education experts about how to help students complete degrees and the harmful impact of a proposed graduate student loan cap on students. Senator Hassan noted that while college enrollment for some students has been on the rise, college completion rates continue to lag more PR

Dynamic Long Island Organizations FCA & LICADD Roll Out New Professional Development Initiative, ALPHA (10)

MINEOLA, New York, Jan. 16 -- Family and Children's Association issued the following news release: The start of the New Year brings an exciting new professional development training institute to Long Island. ALPHA, Advanced Learning for Professionals in Health and Addiction, will advance the skills and knowledge of professionals working in the fields of Substance Use, Public Health, Human Services, Mental Health, Education, and others through engaging and practical workshops facilitated by Long more PR

Economic Impact Statement Shows Suny New Paltz Contributes Nearly $360 Million to Local Economy (10)

NEW PALTZ, New York, Jan. 17 --The State University of New York-New Paltz issued the following news release: SUNY New Paltz is the number one employer in Ulster County and a driver of hundreds of millions of dollars of economic activity through direct spending, student and visitor spending, employment and voluntary contributions, according to its 2017 Economic Impact Statement. The College generated $359.2 million in overall economic activity and 3,439 jobs annually to the Hudson Valley econom more PR

Economic Legacy of Great Migration (10)

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Jan. 17 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news release: When black Americans migrated out of the South in the 1930s and '40s, their children benefited by leaps and bounds, according to a University of Michigan study using U.S. Census data. Compared to a group that did not leave the South, the children of families who left the South graduated from high school at a rate 11 percent higher than their counterparts, made about $1,000 dollars more per year in 201 more PR

Education Center Expands College School Options for Base Community (10)

MOUNTAIN HOME AIR FORCE BASE, Idaho, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force (366th Fighter Wing) issued the following news: By Senior Airman Lauren-Taylor Levin Public Affairs Mountain Home Airmen will soon have another school option available to them at the base education center. Col. Joe Kunkel, 366th Fighter Wing commander, participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony for the opening of Bellevue University January 18th. "Bellevue University has joined the Mountain Home AFB Education Center team to b more PR

Education Grants Available From Kentucky Power and AEP (10)

ASHLAND, Kentucky, Jan. 18 -- Kentucky Power, a unit of American Electric Power, issued the following news release: Kentucky Power and American Electric Power is offering schools and teachers in eastern Kentucky extra money through to grants. AEP has earmarked funds for Kentucky Power to award to area schools through the FIRST robotics program and the Teacher Vision Grant Program. FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is a multi-national robotics competition that te more PR

Education Minnesota Endorses Melissa Wagner for House (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Jan. 17 -- Education Minnesota issued the following news release: Education Minnesota's political action committee has endorsed Lake Crystal resident Melissa Wagner, a school social worker, in her campaign for the Minnesota House in District 23B. Wagner screened with a committee of educators from District 23B on Jan. 4. The screening committee recommended endorsement of Wagner's campaign to the Education Minnesota Political Action Committee. The PAC board voted Wednesday t more PR

Education Policy Expert Provides Important Perspective on New School Finance Study (10)

MIDLAND, Michigan, Jan. 19 -- The Mackinac Center for Public Policy issued the following news release: According to a new study made public Wednesday by the Michigan School Finance Collaborative, Michigan's current per-pupil spending level is insufficient. But academic research and recent work by the Mackinac Center for Public Policy shows that how money is spent matters more than just how much is spent. "Placing faith in more tax dollars as the solution to Michigan's education woes is misguid more PR

Education Trust President Issues Statement on Federal Government Shutdown (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 20 -- Education Trust President and CEO John B. King Jr. issued the following issued the following statement on Congress' failure to pass a short-term spending bill and the shutdown of the federal government: "It is beyond disheartening to see Congressional Republicans and the Trump administration make the choice to shut down the federal government instead of working in a bipartisan manner to support those who are among the most vulnerable in our country--immigrants and low-inc more PR

Education Week's 2018 Quality Counts Report Does Not Reflect Recent Significant Investments and Education Gains in Nevada (10)

CARSON CITY, Nevada, Jan. 18 -- The Nevada Department of Education issued the following news release: Nearly $500 million in new categorical spending and recent academic achievement results from Nevada are not included in Education Week's release of its 2018 Quality Counts ranking today. "I will be the first to say that Nevada's academic achievement performance must improve, but this is an out-of-date snapshot of where we are as a state," said Steve Canavero, Ph.D., Superintendent of Public In more PR

Education, Youth and Child Development (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following fact sheet: U.S. development assistance to Uganda began in 1962, when the country gained its independence. Working in close cooperation with the government and people of Uganda, USAID began investing in health, education, and agriculture--areas that continue to serve as benchmarks for our work today. Although priorities have evolved over the past five decades, USAID's commitment to Uganda continues to foc more PR

Educators File Amicus Brief With Supreme Court in Janus V. AFSCME (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- The National Education Association issued the following news release: The National Education Association and the American Association of University Professors submitted an amicus brief today with the Supreme Court in the case of Janus v. AFSCME, Council 31. The National Right to Work Committee, which is behind the case, is asking the Court to read into the First Amendment a right to work law for the entire public sector. As the brief explains, the First Amendment has neve more PR

Educators for Excellence-Connecticut Devastated by School Funding Ruling (10)

HARTFORDM, Connecticut, Jan. 18 -- Educators for Excellence issued the following news release: Educators for Excellence-Connecticut (E4E-Connecticut), a teacher-led organization, expresses their disappointment in the Connecticut Supreme Court ruling (link is external) that the state's educational funding meets the expectations of the state constitution. "It is a sad day when our state's highest court rules that their only responsibility to Connecticut children is to ensure they receive a 'mini more PR

Elderly and Disabled Residents at Center Communities of Brookline Will Benefit From Property Renovation, Extension of Affordability With $38 Million in MassHousing Financing (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 18 -- The Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency issued the following news: MassHousing has provided $38 million in financing to Hebrew SeniorLife for the acquisition, renovation and preservation of 98 affordable rental homes for low-income senior citizens and disabled residents at the Julian and Carol Feinberg Cohen Residences in Brookline. MassHousing is supporting the rehabilitation of the Cohen Residences with a $28.3 million construction and permanent loan and a more PR

Empowering Budding Engineers to Power Up Villages in Nepal (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 19 -- The National Academy Foundation issued the following news release: Hiring good high-school engineering teachers is harder than ever these days, but David Mangus is an outlier. After studying engineering and unable to land a job, he sold insurance for 11 years. But a 2002 neck injury prompted Mangus, 54, to fulfill a lifelong dream by gaining a teaching certificate. "I thought, I can sit at home with a sore neck or I can sit in classes," he says. Mangus teaches at the Acade more PR

Empowering Local First Responders to Reach Refugee and Migrant Women (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 17 -- The United Nations Population Fund issued the following news: Over two years ago, Greece became the centre of a refugee and migration crisis, with hundreds of thousands of people streaming into the country, many of them risking death to escape war, persecution and deprivation. In 2016 alone, some 173,000 people arrived in Greece, overwhelming local communities and resources. Many of these arrivals were women and girls with serious reproductive health needs, including mater more PR

Empowering Youth for Regional Development (10)

BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan, Jan. 18 -- The University of Central Asia issued the following news release: Over 440 young people in Kazakhstan submitted their ideas for community development projects to the University of Central Asia (UCA) School of Professional and Continuing Education's (SPCE) third Change the World Around You! competition. Five winning projects were awarded grants up to US$3,000 to launch their initiatives across the country on January 17th 2018. The winners were selected from sixtee more PR

EMT Program Application Deadline: March 15 (10)

COCOA, Florida, Jan. 18 -- Eastern Florida State College issued the following news release: The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is recruiting for its upcoming summer term Emergency Medical Technician program. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2018. Intake is scheduled for March 19 by invitation. Classes will begin on May 14, 2018 and run for 12 weeks through the summer. All prospective students must complete the online application for admission to Eastern Flo more PR

EMU Administrator Chiara Hensley Selected for Senior-Level Leadership Shadow Program (10)

YPSILANTI, Michigan, Jan. 17 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news release: Chiara Hensley, assistant VP for academic and student affairs at Eastern Michigan University, has been chosen to participate in a senior level leadership shadow program that helps develop top female education leaders in Michigan. Hensley is one of five women selected for the program, which is run through the Michigan ACE Women's Network. The program, now in its second year, allows mid-level female a more PR

EMU Professor Denise Pilato Earns Fulbright to Teach in Croatia (10)

YPSILANTI, Michigan, Jan. 17 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news release: Throughout a distinguished academic career, Denise Pilato has studied the intersection between technology and culture, how we as humans react to the myriad inventions that ostensibly represent progress. Pilato, a professor of Technology Studies at Eastern Michigan University, will share her expertise on the social impact of technology in Croatia this year on a Fulbright Award to teach at Rijeka Unive more PR

ENA Doubles Down on Commitment to ENA Foundation With $50,000 Gift (10)

DES PLAINES, Illinois, Jan. 15 -- The Emergency Nurses Association issued the following news release: The Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) today announced the ENA Board of Directors doubled the association's annual gift to the ENA Foundation's General Endowment Fund by donating $50,000 to support academic scholarships for emergency nurses. The General Endowment Fund, the Foundation's largest, supports the mission of the ENA Foundation to provide academic scholarships and research grants. Ove more PR

Energy Generation Conference Set for Jan. 23-25 (10)

BISMARCK, North Dakota, Jan. 16 -- Bismark State College issued the following news release: The 39th annual Energy Generation Conference runs Jan. 23-25 filling the Bismarck Civic Center Exhibit Hall with an expanded exhibitor showcase and training for more than 2,000 energy workers from across the United States and Canada. One of the premier energy industry conferences in North America, the EGC offers professional development in all areas of energy production from engineering and environment more PR

Engineering Meets Social Justice at University of San Diego Conference (10)

SAN DIEGO, California, Jan. 19 -- The University of San Diego issued the following news release: How can engineering promote social justice? More than 50 leaders in the field from around the world will take part in a conference at the University of San Diego Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering from January 25 to 27 to find answers to that question. Conference activities include panels and workshops on how engineering can promote social justice and peace building and discussions on how to bring more PR

English Language Program Receives Innovation Award (10)

PLATTEVILLE, Wisconsin, Jan. 18 -- The University of Wisconsin-Platteville issued the following news: The University of Wisconsin-Platteville's English Language Program earned the 2018 Hong Rost Memorial Award for Innovation in International Education Student Service on behalf of the Wisconsin Association of International Educators. This award, designed to honor Rost, a leader in global education, is presented to a deserving international education project or initiative from the Wisconsin inter more PR

Enlisted Character Development Center (10)

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: By Tech. Sgt. Ave Young Public Affairs The Enlisted Character Development Center, located within the Enlisted Heritage Museum at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, has now served the local Air Force community for three years. Their mission is to preserve and honor the history and heritage of the enlisted force while educating current service members and the genera more PR

Entrepreneurship Coach at Denison - Students Put Ideas Into Action (10)

GRANVILLE, Ohio, Jan. 18 -- Denison University issued the following news release: Building on the foundation of a premier liberal arts education, Denison University's Red Frame Lab is the college's center for innovation, creative problem-solving, and entrepreneurship. Kerry Shea Penland has joined Denison as entrepreneurship coach. She will support students in cultivating a solutions orientation and learning the skills to move ideas from model to market. In addition to coaching students, Penla more PR

Epigenetics Study Helps Focus Search for Autism Risk Factors (10)

SPOKANE, Washington, Jan. 16 -- Washington State University-Tri-Cities issued the following news release: Scientists have long tried to pin down the causes of autism spectrum disorder. Recent studies have expanded the search for genetic links from identifying genes toward epigenetics, the study of factors that control gene expression and looks at chemical modifications of DNA and the proteins associated with it. The challenge is knowing where to look, given that our genome is comprised of more more PR

Evonik and Siemens to Generate High-Value Specialty Chemicals From Carbon Dioxide and Eco-Electricity (10)

MUNICH, Germany, Jan. 18 -- Siemens issued the following news release: Evonik and Siemens are planning to use electricity from renewable sources and bacteria to convert carbon dioxide (CO2) into specialty chemicals. The two companies are working on electrolysis and fermentation processes in a joint research project called Rheticus. The project was launched today and is due to run for two years. The first test plant is scheduled to go on stream by 2021 at the Evonik facility in Marl, Germany whi more PR

Explore Nature, Get Certified, and Open a World of Opportunity (10)

MERCED, California, Jan. 17 -- The University of California-Merced issued the following news: If you love California's great outdoors and are interested in learning about the state's natural history and ecology, unleash your inner John Muir by becoming a certified naturalist through a state program that's offered at UC Merced. The UC California Naturalist Program Opens a New Window. prepares participants to become volunteer naturalists who can take an active role in local natural resource cons more PR

Exploring SmartRoom Guyana - on the Journey to a Single Regional ICT Space (10)

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Jan. 18 -- 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: With the vision of the Single Regional ICT space in mind, Staff at the CARICOM Secretariat on Thursday experienced a hands-on demonstration of SmartRoom Guyana, at Guyana's National Centre for Educational Resource more PR

Exploring the World During Winter Session (10)

NORFOLK, Virginia, Jan. 16 -- Virginia Wesleyan College issued the following news release: Each January brings unique opportunities for students to explore and discover during Winter Session. VWU's Winter Session is a special three-week academic term when students can concentrate their studies on one intensive course. During Winter Session, they can take unique courses not offered during the regular semester, fulfill needed course requirements or participate in exciting study away experiences. more PR

Fact Sheet: High Value Agriculture Activity (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following fact sheet: USAID's High Value Agriculture Activity in Moldova (HVAA) works to cultivate a modern agriculture sector that increases rural prosperity, thereby improving the economic well-being of all Moldovans. In collaboration with agribusinesses, farmers, water user associations, and others, the project helps maximize the profitability of each hectare by improving the quality and quantity of production, i more PR

Fact Sheet: Moldova ICT Excellence Center (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following fact sheet: ICTEC project brings prestige and influences the tech sector and Moldova by directly contributing to the entrepreneurship ecosystem. In addition, ICTEC aims to improve the skills needed within the IT sector, thereby creating high quality and well-paid jobs, and deterring the emigration of talented young people. Tekwill encourages local startups and existing companies to expand and attract inter more PR

Fairfax-Loudoun Proposal Makes First Cut for Amazon HQ2 Consideration (10)

FAIRFAX COUNTY, Virginia, Jan. 18 -- Fairfax County Economic Development Authority issued the following news release: A site straddling Fairfax and Loudoun counties is one of the northern Virginia locations that has been selected for further consideration as the company's second headquarters. Fewer than 10 percent of the 238 sites proposed for "HQ2" are on the short list of locations that Amazon announced today. As part of the northern Virginia proposal, Loudoun and Fairfax counties collaborat more PR

Fairmont State-NASA Partnership Receives Award (10)

FAIRMONT, West Virginia, Jan. 18 -- Fairmont State University issued the following news story: NASA's Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) Educator Resource Center, staffed and managed by Fairmont State, was inducted into the June Harless Center for Rural Educational Research & Development Hall of Fame on Friday, January 12th. NASA IV&V's mission is to expand opportunities for West Virginia educators who are dedicated to the promotion of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics more PR

Families Who Adopt Receive Specialized Medical Care From Montefiore (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 16 -- Montefiore Medical Center issued the following news release: Parents of adopted children can now consult with a nationally recognized expert in adoption medicine at the Children's Hospital at Montefiore (CHAM). The new Adoption Program is led by Elaine Schulte, M.D., M.P.H. The goal of the program is to provide pre-adoption consultation services to families, as well as post-adoption evaluation and ongoing medical care to adopted children. Domestically adopted newborns, chil more PR

Fannie Mae Introduces Enhanced Resident Services as Part of Its Healthy Housing Rewards Initiative (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Fannie Mae issued the following corporate news release: Fannie Mae (FNMA/OTC) announced today Enhanced Resident Services(TM), a new product enhancement aimed at encouraging multifamily borrowers to provide resident services that improve the health and wellbeing of tenants in affordable housing. This incentive, in the form of a lower borrowing rate, aims to foster services that address the needs of renters and support health and wellness programs, day care, food access, yo more PR

Farmers Beware (10)

BRISTOL, England, Jan. 16 -- Western Power Distribution, a subsidiary of PPL, issued the following news release: WPD and all the UK's energy network operators have joined forces to today launch a national campaign today 'Look Out Look Up!' The campaign aims to encourage people to plan ahead to avoid contact with overhead power lines and to know what to do if contact is made. On average, one farm worker dies each year as a result of contact with an overhead powerline. In the last five years, t more PR

Fat Grafting, BIA-ALCL Among Hot Topics Of Aesthetica Program (10)

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Illinois, Jan. 16 -- The American Society of Plastic Surgeons issued the following news release: The Aesthetica Super Symposium returns to Las Vegas March 1-3 at the Paris Hotel for a weekend that offers a host of hot topics and pertinent surgical and nonsurgical aesthetic and practice management topics designed to maximize attendees' time in the city. As ASPS President Jeffrey Janis, MD, puts it, it is an "all-you-can-eat educational buffet." "It's atypical in that it's des more PR

FCO Minister for Asia and the Pacific Mark Field to Attend UN Security Council Meetings (10)

LONDON, England, Jan. 18 -- The British Foreign and Commonwealth Office issued the following news release: The Foreign Office Minister for Asia and the Pacific Minister Mark Field will today (18 January) begin a 2-day visit to New York, where he will represent the UK at the UN Security Council. On Thursday he will deliver a statement on counter-proliferation and on Friday attend the council meeting on Afghanistan. During his visit the Minister will also meet with the Afghanistan Deputy Foreign more PR

FFRF Denounces West Virginia School Bible Bill (10)

MADISON, Wisconsin, Jan. 18 -- The Freedom From Religion Foundation issued the following news release: The Freedom From Religion Foundation strongly condemns a West Virginia bill that would require all schools in the state, including elementary-level institutions, to teach bible classes. FFRF is dismayed that West Virginia lawmakers would initiate such a transparent attempt to impose religion on other people's children. Senate Bill 252, currently in front of the Senate Committee on Education, more PR

FFRF Protests Sermonizing in Indiana Public School (10)

MADISON, Wisconsin, Jan. 16 -- The Freedom From Religion Foundation issued the following news release: The Freedom From Religion Foundation is strongly objecting to an Indiana school district permitting preachers to proselytize at a local public school. Several concerned school district parents have contacted FFRF to report that two pastors from Heartland Christian Church lead voluntary religious education at Kouts Middle/High School (in Kouts, Ind.) during the lunch period though a program ca more PR

FFRF, CREW Sue Over Ben Carson FOIA Violations (10)

MADISON, Wisconsin, Jan. 18 -- The Freedom From Religion Foundation issued the following news release: The Freedom From Religion Foundation is suing Secretary Ben Carson's Department of Housing and Urban Development for dodging records requests relating to a White House bible study. FFRF, a state/church watchdog, has teamed up with Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington, a government watchdog, to bring the federal suit. It was filed today in the U.S. District Court for the Distri more PR

Final Phase of Multi-Year Process to Fulfill Value Proposition and Achieve Fiscal Responsibility (10)

YELLOW SPRINGS, Ohio, Jan. 17 -- Antioch College issued the following news: Antioch College President Tom Manley announced today an initiative to realign resources and personnel in support of the vision for a new kind of American college. The initiative is part of the first major reorganization of the College since it reopened to students in the fall of 2011. In line with Antioch's history of shared governance, faculty, students, staff, and administrators will draft recommendations to the Boar more PR

Finalists Chosen for Massachusetts Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education (10)

MALDEN, Massachusetts, Jan. 16 -- The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education issued the following news release: Three finalists were chosen to interview for the position of commissioner of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, a preliminary screening committee charged with selecting candidates announced today. The three finalists are: Angelica Infante-Green, deputy commissioner of the Office of Instructional Support P-12 in New York State Education Depar more PR

Financial Aid 101 E-Learning Course Now Available (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 17 -- The National Association for College Admission Counseling issued the following news: NACAC's first e-learning course--a set of online training modules that will enable members to learn anytime, anywhere, and at their own pace--is now available. Financial Aid 101 offers a comprehensive review of financial aid procedures and guidelines to professionals advising students about paying for college. The course is for entry-level professionals in the counseling and adm more PR

Financial Aid 101 E-Learning Course Now Available (10)

ARLINGTON, Texas, Jan. 17 -- The National Association for College Admission Counseling issued the following news release: NACAC's first e-learning course--a set of online training modules that will enable members to learn anytime, anywhere, and at their own pace--is now available. Financial Aid 101 offers a comprehensive review of financial aid procedures and guidelines to professionals advising students about paying for college. The course is for entry-level professionals in the counseling an more PR

Firm Launches Website in Search for NMSU's Next Chancellor (10)

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, Jan. 19 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news: A website outlining the expectations and requirements for New Mexico State University's next chancellor has been launched by Wheless Partners, an executive search and leadership consulting firm. Applications and anonymous referrals may be submitted through the website, www.nmsuchancellorsearch.com. "We're continuing to work with Wheless Partners to actively solicit candidates to be our next chancellor," s more PR

First Lady Burgum to Attend White House Event Featuring Women Leaders (10)

BISMARCK, North Dakota, Jan. 17 -- Gov. Doug Burgum, R-North Dakota, issued the following news: First Lady Kathryn Helgaas Burgum has been invited to attend a White House Women's Event on Tuesday, Jan. 16, featuring prominent women within the Trump administration and state government. Helgaas Burgum will be on stage with state and federal leaders during panel discussions on the economy and jobs, national security, health care - including the nation's opioid crisis - and education. She has been more PR

Five Librarians Selected as 2018 IFLA/OCLC Fellows (10)

DUBLIN, Ohio, Jan. 15 -- The Online Computer Library Center issued the following news release: OCLC, along with the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), has named five librarians selected to participate in the Jay Jordan IFLA/OCLC Early Career Development Fellowship Program for 2018. The program supports library and information science professionals from countries with developing economies. The IFLA/OCLC Fellowship Program provides advanced continuing educa more PR

Flagler to Host Naturalization Ceremony as Part of Inaugural Week (10)

ST. AUGUSTINE, Florida, Jan. 17 -- Flagler College issued the following news: Flagler College and the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services will hold a Naturalization Ceremony on Feb. 21 in the Lewis Auditorium for approximately 50 individuals as part of the college's Inaugural Week for new President Dr. Joseph G. Joyner. Joyner, who is the fourth president in the history of the college, began work in July 2017. His inauguration on Feb. 24 is being celebrated with a week of activi more PR

Fleming College President to Retire at End of Third Term (10)

PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, Jan. 18 -- Fleming College issued the following news release: On behalf of the Board of Governors of Sir Sandford Fleming College, Chair Dana Empey has announced that Dr. Tony Tilly will complete his third and final term as Fleming College President on June 30. "Tony has led the college through an extraordinary transformation during his 14-year tenure," said Ms. Empey. "The college has grown significantly in terms of facilities, programming, enrolment and community partn more PR

Following Amazon's Announcement, Tulsa Will Continue to Aim High (10)

TULSA, Oklahoma, Jan. 18 -- Tulsa Mayor G.T. Bynum issued the following news release: Following Amazon's announcement this morning, Mayor G.T. Bynum said Tulsa will continue to aim high and aspire for great things. "I am grateful a world class company like Amazon gave us a chance to compete," Mayor G.T. Bynum said. "I am thankful for all the Tulsans who believed in putting our best foot forward. We will keep aiming high, keep competing with the best, and Tulsa will be better for it in the long more PR

Food Research & Action Center Congratulates Senator Bob Dole on Receiving the Congressional Gold Medal (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Food Research and Action Center issued the following news release: Today, former Senator Bob Dole (R-Kan.) received the Congressional Gold Medal in recognition for his service as a soldier, legislator, and statesman. FRAC is pleased to congratulate Senator Dole, a lifelong leader in the fight against hunger in the U.S. and around the world, for this well-deserved honor. His focus on bipartisanship and partnership instead of political divisiveness led to sustainable so more PR

Ford Foundation Appoints Hilary Pennington as Executive Vice President (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 19 -- The Ford Foundation issued the following news release: The Ford Foundation today announced the appointment of Hilary Pennington as its first executive vice president, a role in which she will oversee all of the foundation's programs in the US and globally. Previously, Pennington served as vice president for the foundation's programming on Education, Creativity, and Free Expression. As executive vice president, Pennington will work closely with the foundation's president, D more PR

Former Education Dean Named Inaugural Shreeve Chair at UM (10)

MISSOULA, Montana, Jan. 17 -- The University of Montana issued the following news release: Although she stepped down as dean of the University of Montana's Phyllis J. Washington College of Education and Human Sciences at the end of 2017, Roberta "Bobbie" Evans isn't planning on slowing down. She has an ambitious agenda to dive back into teaching and research of educational leadership, fueled with new ideas. "It's been a privilege to champion projects initiated here that have many national impl more PR

Foundation for FCPS Receives Grant From Boeing to Increase STEM Learning (10)

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Jan. 17 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news release: Boeing and FCPS officials with check presentationThe Foundation for Fairfax County Public Schools has received a $100,000 grant award from the Boeing Company to support the Edison High School pyramid and specifically the Global STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) Challenges program. The grant will support STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) integration efforts i more PR

Four Universities Receive NIST Funding to Develop Standards Curricula (10)

GAITHERSBURG, Maryland, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology issued the following news: The U.S. Commerce Department's National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has made four awards totaling approximately $266,000 to support standards education in undergraduate and graduate-level curricula. Since 2012, NIST's Standards Services Curricula Development Cooperative Agreement Program has made 31 awards totaling more than $1.8 million more PR

Frankenstein Comes to Life Jan. 20 at Adventure Science Center (10)

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Jan. 17 -- The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development issued the following news: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is currently celebrating its 200th anniversary. To celebrate, Adventure Science Center, in partnership with the National Science Foundation and Arizona State University, will present Frankenstein Day 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 20, to engage audiences in using their creativity, exploring current and emerging topics in science and technology, and considering what it more PR

Franklin High Junior Named Finalist for Student Member on Maryland State Board of Education (10)

TOWSON, Maryland, Jan. 18 -- Baltimore County Public Schools issued the following news release: Ruben Amaya, a junior at Franklin High School, has been named one of four finalists to serve as the student member of the Maryland State Board of Education for 2018 - 2019. In addition to being an honor roll student, Amaya is president of his school's Student Government Association, a 2nd Lieutenant in the Marine Corps JROTC, a member of the Muslim Student Association and the Black Student Union, an more PR

Franklin University Receives Reaffirmation of Accreditation and Specialized Accounting Accreditation (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 16 -- Franklin University issued the following news release: Franklin University announces reaffirmation of accreditation of its business programs, offered through its Ross College of Business, by the Board of Commissioners of the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). Program accreditation by the IACBE assures the high quality of Franklin's business programs. To qualify for accreditation, programs are examined by trained evaluators who ensure more PR

Free Learning Series, 'Little Kids, Big World,' Featured at North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum (10)

BISMARCK, North Dakota, Jan. 16 -- The State Historical Society of North Dakota issued the following news release: The popular interactive learning series, "Little Kids, Big World," kicks off the new year on Jan. 22 at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, these fun, hands-on 30-minute programs introduce children to North Dakota's fascinating history. The free programs are scheduled on Mondays In January at 10:30 a.m. All children must be accom more PR

Freeman Joins Tennessee Department of Agriculture (10)

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Jan. 19 -- The Tennessee Department of Agriculture issued the following news: Agriculture Commissioner Jai Templeton is announcing the appointment of Will Freeman as public information officer for the Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA). Freeman joins the TDA Public Affairs team and will help coordinate media relations, internal and external communications, and public outreach for the department. "Clear communications are key, no matter if you are explaining agricu more PR

Fresh Approach Needed to Make English Skills Reform Last (10)

LONDON, England, Jan. 17 -- The Confederation of British Industry issued the following news release: Businesses, the Government and learning providers must take a fresh approach to skills in 2018. In a new report, In Perfect Harmony, the UK's leading business group argues that 28 skills reforms in 30 years have alienated firms, confused learning providers and failed to deliver on skills needs. The CBI urges policy makers, businesses and providers to collaborate and design a stable national fr more PR

Fresh Approach Needed to Make Skills Reforms (10)

LONDON, England, Jan. 18 -- The Confederation of British Industry issued the following news release: Businesses know that people and skills are at the heart of the UK's economic prosperity. With a good education and the right skills, everyone has the best chance to get a job and get on in their career. The CBI's new report, In perfect harmony, calls on businesses, the government and learning providers to take a fresh approach to skills in 2018. 28 skills reforms in the last 30 years have alien more PR

Freshman Design Thinking Boot Camp Replicates Silicon Valley Start-up Environment (10)

SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island, Jan. 17 -- Bryant University issued the following news release: From Mon., Jan. 22 to Wed., Jan 24, 2018, the entire freshman class will return to campus a few days before regular classes start to take part in Bryant's Innovation and Design Experience for All (IDEA) program. The intensive design thinking boot-camp, now in its sixth year, is just one of many ground-breaking initiatives that puts Bryant on the leading edge of a movement to innovate in higher education. more PR

FTC Returns Money to Consumers Who Bought Purported Business Coaching Programs (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release: The Federal Trade Commission is mailing 7,583 checks totaling more than $2.2 million to people who lost money to a telemarketing scheme offering business coaching services. As alleged in the FTC's complaints, the defendants falsely promised consumers they would earn substantial income from home-based Internet businesses if they used the defendants' services. In June 2017, the defendants, who operated under v more PR

Fund Manager Selected for $9m Rural Investment Fund (10)

DENVER, Colorado, Jan. 18 -- The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade issued the following news: The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), in partnership with the Colorado Venture Capital Authority (CVCA), announced the selection of Greater Colorado Venture Fund (GCVF), based in San Miguel County, as the fund manager for a newly established rural investment fund meant to advance economic growth in Colorado's rural counties. The new more PR

Funding Available for Manufacturing Engineering Education Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The Department of Defense Office of Naval Research announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the Manufacturing Engineering Education Program. 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 all responsible sources from industry; not-for-profit institutions; institutions of higher education; or a consortia of s more ST

Funding Available for Research Career Enhancement (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for research career enhancement to enable established investigators to answer questions relevant to the hearing, balance, smell, taste, voice, speech and language sciences. This funding opportunity uses the career enhancement award mechanism. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to stat more ST

Funding Available for Research Career Enhancement for Established Investigators (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for research career enhancement for established investigators to answer questions relevant to the hearing, balance, smell, taste, voice, speech and language sciences. This funding opportunity uses the career enhancement award mechanism. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state, cou more ST

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

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- 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 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 school districts; pri more ST

Funding Available for Research on Underactive Bladder, Detrusor Activity in Aging (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- 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 underactive bladder and detrusor activity in aging. 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, county, city, townshi more ST

Funding Available for Supporting Postdoctoral Research, Career Development Experiences (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for supportig postdoctoral research and career development experiences in the biomedical, behavioral, or clinical sciences of promising audiologists. This funding opportunity uses the research scientist development award- research and training mechanism. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is more ST

Funding Available in Cooperative Agreement for Stroke Treatment, Recovery, Prevention (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for clinical trials and biomarker studies for stroke treatment, recovery, and prevention. This funding opportunity uses the research project-cooperative agreement mechanism. No award amount was specified for this program. This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; indepen more ST

Funding Available in Cooperative Agreement for Studies in Heart, Sleep Diseases (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for epidemiology cohort studies in heart, lung, blood, and sleep diseases and disorders. This funding opportunity uses the research project-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; indepen more ST

Future City Competition to Be Held at USC Aiken (10)

AIKEN, South Carolina, Jan. 18 -- University of South Carolina's Aiken campus issued the following news release: Teams of middle school students from across South Carolina and throughout the greater Aiken-Augusta area have been building table top models that hopefully best represent the most innovative and practical city of the future with the goal of winning this year's Regional Future City(R) Competition, held at the University of South Carolina Aiken's Ruth Patrick Science Education Center. more PR

Future of Investment Advice Study Reveals Passive Investment Vehicles and Strategies, Behavioral Finance, Fiduciary and Ethics, and Portfolio Risk Management Top List of Enhancements to CIMA Certification (10)

GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colorado, Jan. 16 -- The Investment Management Consultants Association issued the following news release: The Investments & Wealth Institute(TM) (formerly IMCA) released research findings today from their latest study, "Defining the Future of Investment Advice: Industry Dynamics & CIMA Job Analysis Study," conducted in partnership with Human Resources Research Organization(TM) (HumRRO(TM)). The study explores the process and outcomes of a job analysis of investment profession more PR

GAERF Launches 2018 Student Design Competition (10)

RESTON, Virginia, Jan. 16 -- NPES, The Association for Suppliers of Printing, Publishing and Converting Technologies, issued the following news release: The Graphic Arts Education and Research Foundation (GAERF) announces the launch of the GAERF 2018 Student Design Competition, themed "Dominate the Display!" This tenth annual contest challenges participants to combine their critical thinking and creativity to design and print an appealing and informational label for a fictitious product (of the more PR

GAERF Rings in New Year With Updated Structure and 2018 Board of Directors (10)

RESTON, Va., Jan. 16 -- NPES, The Association for Suppliers of Printing, Publishing and Converting Technologies issued the following news release: The Graphic Arts Education and Research Foundation (GAERF) has begun the New Year on an exciting new path starting with a structural change, newly-ratified Board Directors and Officers, plus an ambitious work plan for 2018. With the original incorporation of the Foundation related to the creation of the Graphic Arts Show Company (GASC), which change more PR

GAERF Rings in New Year With Updated Structure and 2018 Board of Directors (10)

RESTON, Virginia, Jan. 16 -- NPES, The Association for Suppliers of Printing, Publishing and Converting Technologies, issued the following news release: The Graphic Arts Education and Research Foundation (GAERF) has begun the New Year on an exciting new path starting with a structural change, newly-ratified Board Directors and Officers, plus an ambitious work plan for 2018. With the original incorporation of the Foundation related to the creation of the Graphic Arts Show Company (GASC), which more PR

Gainesville Arts & Parks Foundation Receives Endowment Gift Honoring Doris Bardon (10)

GAINESVILLE, Florida, Jan. 17 -- The city of Gainesville issued the following news: The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department (PRCA) is pleased to announce the Gainesville Arts & Parks Foundation (GAP), a 501(c)3, which was founded in 2015 to support the department, has received a $50,000 endowment gift from the Arts Association of Alachua County (AAAC) honoring the late arts leader Doris Bardon. In recognition of this generous donation, the current Historic Thomas Center's Mezzanin more PR

Gale and NC LIVE Help North Carolinians Prepare for College and Career Advancement (10)

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Jan. 17 -- Cengage, an education and technology company, issued the following news release: NC LIVE, North Carolina's statewide library consortium, has partnered with Gale, a Cengage company, to provide more than 200 academic and public libraries across North Carolina with access to Gale's Testing & Education Reference Center, an interactive eLearning tool powered by Peterson's(R), the leading provider of education and career guidance. This tool provides college and car more PR

Gallup-Knight Foundation Report: Americans See Media As Key to Democracy But Increasingly Don't Trust It (10)

MIAMI, Florida, Jan. 16 -- The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation issued the following news release: As debates rage over trust in news, the power of misinformation, and the impact of social media, a new Gallup-Knight Foundation report shows that Americans believe the news media have an important role to play in our democracy - yet they don't see that role being fulfilled. More than eight in 10 U.S. adults believe the news media are "critical" or "very important" to our democracy. However, more PR

GAO Issues Report on FDA Medical Device Reviews (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The Government Accountability Office has issued a report on the information on Food and Drug Administration's implementation of the least burdensome requirements in its medical device review process. The report (GAO-18-140) is titled "FDA Medical Device Reviews: Evaluation is Needed to Assure Requests for Additional Information Follow a Least Burdensome Approach". The report was sent to Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tennessee of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensio more ST

Gaumard Scientific Assigned Patent for Interactive Education System for Teaching Patient Care (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 17 -- Gaumard Scientific, Miami, Florida, has been assigned a patent (9,870,720) developed by three co-inventors for an "interactive education system for teaching patient care." The co-inventors are John S. Eggert, Miami, Florida, Michael S. Eggert, Norfolk, Virginia, and Alberto Rodriguez, Miami, Florida. The abstract states: "Simulator systems for teaching patient care are provided. In some instances, the simulator system includes a maternal simulator sized and shaped to more PT

General Mills Feeding Better Futures Scholars Program Seeks Youth Solutions in Hunger Relief and Sustainable Agriculture (10)

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Jan. 16 -- General Mills, a food company, issued the following news release: General Mills (NYSE: GIS) today launched the General Mills Feeding Better Futures Scholars Program, which asks youth to share their ideas to help solve the challenge of feeding a growing world population. Feeding Better Futures will serve as a catalyst in addressing hunger relief and sustainable agriculture issues by championing the bright ideas of today's youth. Young innovators are invited to more PR

Geneva College Announces New Scholarship for Central Valley HS Grads (10)

BEAVER FALLS, Pennsylvania, Jan. 18 -- Geneva College issued the following news release: Geneva College announces establishment of the Wolves Club of Monaca Endowed Scholarship to benefit graduates of Central Valley High School who wish to attend Geneva. The scholarship will be awarded beginning in the 2019-2020 academic year. Geneva officers will select one or several qualified recipients to receive the Wolves Club of Monaca Scholarship each year. Recipients of the scholarship will be graduat more PR

Georgia Sets Records in Employment During 2017 (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, Jan. 18 -- The Georgia Department of Labor issued the following news release: State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler said today that 2017 was a banner year for job creation, employment and work force gains in Georgia. Over the year, Georgia created more than 83,000 new jobs, employed thousands more residents, grew a much larger work force, and drove unemployment down 1.1 percent. "As we look back at the year, it was impressive," Butler said. "Over the year every major measurem more PR

Georgia's Top GED Graduates Named (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, Jan. 16 -- Technical College System of Georgia issued the following news release: The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) recognized the most outstanding GED(R) graduates of the year at its annual Fall Adult Education Conference awards luncheon on Sept. 27. Three students secured the state's highest awards for GED(R) achievement. Numerous educators, volunteers and academic institutions were also honored during the conference, which featured a keynote address by Dr. Earl more PR

GIA Celebrates 10 Years of Laboratory Operations in India (10)

CARLSBAD, California, Jan. 17 -- The Gemological Institute of America issued the following news release: On Jan. 11, GIA (Gemological Institute of America) celebrated the 10-year anniversary of the opening of its gem identification and grading laboratory in Mumbai, India, GIA India Laboratory Pvt. Ltd. (GIA India). The state-of-the-art laboratory opened in 2008 in the Bandra Kurla Complex, close to the Bharat Diamond Bourse in Mumbai, to serve the needs of the globally important Indian diamond more PR

GIA Offers Dynamic Opportunities at Tucson 2018 Gem Shows (10)

CARLSBAD, California, Jan. 16 -- The Gemological Institute of America issued the following news release: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) kicks off the year at the upcoming 2018 Tucson gem and mineral shows with activities including the GIA Show Service Laboratory, GIA education seminars, presentations and the annual GIA alumni party. The Institute will be at the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) GemFair(TM), Jan. 30 - Feb. 4, and at the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show (TGMS), Feb. 8-11, more PR

Girls' Education to Be Central Pillar of UK Foreign, Development and Defence Policy (10)

LONDON, England, Jan. 16 -- The British Department for International Development issued the following news release: Championing girls' education to promote global stability will be at the heart of UK foreign, development and defence policy to positively transform the lives of women and girls in conflict settings, senior ministers have agreed. At an event today (16 January) at the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, International Development Secretary Penny Mordaunt, Minister of State for the FCO an more PR

Girls' Education to Be Central Pillar of UK Foreign, Development and Defence Policy (10)

LONDON, England, Jan. 16 - The British Ministry of Defence issued the following news release: Championing girls' education to promote global stability will be at the heart of UK foreign, development and defence policy to positively transform the lives of women and girls in conflict settings, senior ministers have agreed. At an event today (16 January) at the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, International Development Secretary Penny Mordaunt, Minister of State for the FCO and the PM's Special rep more PR

Girls' Education to Be Central Pillar of UK Foreign, Development and Defence Policy (10)

LONDON, England, Jan. 17 -- The British Foreign and Commonwealth Office issued the following news release: Championing girls' education to promote global stability will be at the heart of UK foreign, development and defence policy to positively transform the lives of women and girls in conflict settings, senior ministers have agreed. At an event today (16 January) at the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, International Development Secretary Penny Mordaunt, Minister of State for the FCO and the PM' more PR

Gordon Named Outstanding New Agronomist (10)

GOODWELL, Oklahoma, Jan. 18 -- Oklahoma Panhandle State University issued the following news release: It all started at a very young age for Oklahoma Panhandle State University graduate Josh Gordon. "My love for Agricultural started on the farm. My grandfather's wife passed away on my first birthday and so he and I both were looking for some attention. I spent a lot of time with him on the farm. As his health deteriorated, he would tell me what to do. He was the brains and I was the brawn. He more PR

Gov. Baker Issues Testimony on Opioid Legislation (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 16 -- Gov. Charlie Baker, R-Massachusetts, and Secretary of Health and Human Services Marylou Sudders issued the following testimony before the Joint Committee on Mental Health and Substance Abuse in support of the CARE Act legislation to combat the opioid and heroin epidemic: Madame Chairs, Mr. Vice Chairs and Members of the Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery, thank you for the opportunity to provide testimony regarding "An Act Relative to more PR

Gov. Bevin Makes Appointments to Kentucky Boards, Commissions (10)

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Jan. 17 -- Gov. Matt Bevin, R-Kentucky, issued the following news: Gov. Matt Bevin has made the following appointments to Kentucky Boards and Commissions: Monica Hill, David Rhodes, Peter Feil and Avi Bear have been appointed to the Maysville Community & Technical College Board of Directors. * Monica Hill, of Flemingsburg, is an attorney with Campbell, Rogers & Hill, PLLC. She will serve for a term expiring Sept. 22, 2023. * David Rhodes, of Mount Sterling, is vice presi more PR

Gov. Bevin Makes Appointments to Kentucky Boards, Commissions (10)

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Jan. 19 -- Gov. Matt Bevin, R-Kentucky, issued the following news: Gov. Matt Bevin has made the following appointments to Kentucky Boards and Commissions: Ronnie Roderick Hampton has been appointed to the Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College Board of Directors. * Ronnie Roderick Hampton, of Lynch, is a state mine inspector for the Kentucky Department of Mines and Minerals. He will serve for a term expiring Jan. 15, 2024. Southeast Kentucky Community & Techni more PR

Gov. Carney Delivers State of State Address to Joint Session of General Assembly (10)

DOVER, Delaware, Jan. 18 -- Gov. John C. Carney, D-Delaware, issued the following news release: Governor John Carney delivered his 2018 State of the State Address on Thursday in the House Chamber at Legislative Hall in Dover, outlining his priorities for strengthening Delaware's economy, improving Delaware's public schools, lowering healthcare costs for Delaware businesses and families, improving public safety, and investing in Delaware's state workforce. Full text of the speech, as prepared f more PR

Gov. Carney, Rep. Bentz Announce Beau Biden Gun Violence Prevention Act (10)

DOVER, Delaware, Jan. 16 -- Gov. John C. Carney, D-Delaware, issued the following news release: Governor John Carney on Tuesday joined Representative David Bentz, the Coalition Against Gun Violence and other members of the General Assembly in announcing the introduction of the Beau Biden Gun Violence Prevention Act. The legislation - similar to a bill advanced in 2013 by then-Attorney General Beau Biden - would help limit access to firearms for those who present a danger to themselves or other more PR

Gov. Dayton's Public Works Proposal Would Create an Estimated 22,950 Jobs (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Jan. 16 -- Gov. Mark Dayton, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: Governor Mark Dayton today introduced a $1.5 billion public works proposal that would make urgently-needed investments to build world-class colleges and universities for Minnesotans, and improve and repair state buildings and other critical infrastructure across the state. Given the significant need for investments in higher education institutions statewide, Governor Dayton's proposal would invest more PR

Gov. Edwards Issues Statement in Response to Florida Gov. Scott (10)

BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, Jan. 16 -- Gov. John Bel Edwards, D-Louisiana, issued the following statement in response to Florida Gov. Rick Scott's campaign stop in Louisiana: "Rick Scott was Bobby Jindal's biggest cheerleader and surrounds himself with the same set of advisors who turned Louisiana's $1 billion budget surplus into a $3 billion budget deficit. We're happy to have him visit Louisiana and see for himself all that Gov. Edwards has done to turn this state around - record low unemployment more PR

Gov. Fallin Reappoints Jarold Callahan to OSU/A&M Board of Regents (10)

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Jan. 19 -- Gov. Mary Fallin, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news release: Governor Mary Fallin today announced she has reappointed Jarold Callahan to the Board of Regents for the Oklahoma Agricultural and Mechanical Colleges (OSU/A&M). The governor appointed Callahan, of Edmond, in February 2016 to replace Andy Lester, who resigned after being named to the Oklahoma Regents for Higher Education. Callahan's reappointment to a full-eight-year term requires Senate confir more PR

Gov. Malloy & Lt. Gov. Wyman Statements on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (10)

HARTFORD, Connecticut, Jan. 14 -- Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: Governor Dannel P. Malloy and Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman released the following statements commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: Governor Malloy said, "In the United States, we recognize Dr. Martin Luther King as perhaps the nation's leading civil rights champion - advocating for a society that guarantees equality, justice, and freedom for all. But what we also must recognize is th more PR

Gov. Malloy, Lt. Gov. Wyman Statements on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (10)

HARTFORD, Connecticut, Jan. 17 -- Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: Governor Dannel P. Malloy and Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman released the following statements commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: Governor Malloy said, "In the United States, we recognize Dr. Martin Luther King as perhaps the nation's leading civil rights champion - advocating for a society that guarantees equality, justice, and freedom for all. But what we also must recognize is tha more PR

Gov. Martinez Delivers Final State of State on Heels of Grim Child Well-Being Report (10)

NEW MEXICO, Jan. 16 -- The New Mexico Democratic Party issued the following news: On the heels of a grim child-wellbeing report, Governor Martinez delivered a State of the State address that refused to acknowledge that her legacy has left New Mexico with one of the highest unemployment rates in the country, the worst place to raise a family, and at the bottom for child-wellbeing. "Governor Martinez refused to acknowledge the terrible position she has put our state in over the years. Under Gove more PR

Gov. Snyder's MiSTEM Advisory Council Awards $2.85M to 34 STEM Projects (10)

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 19 -- Brian Whiston, superintendent of the Michigan Department of Education, issued the following news release: Thirty-four Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) programs are sharing $2.85 million in state grants from Governor Rick Snyder's MiSTEM Advisory Council, the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) announced today. The state Legislature set aside $2.85 million in 2017-18 to distribute grants up to $100,000 for the implementation of STEM progra more PR

Gov. Walker Highlights Historic K-12 Education Investments at Wisconsin Association of School Boards' State Education Convention (10)

MADISON, Wisconsin, Jan. 19 -- Gov. Scott Walker, R-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: Governor Scott Walker attended the Wisconsin Association of School Boards' 97th State Education Convention in Milwaukee today to discuss the state's historically high investment in K-12 education and increased support for Wisconsin's rural school districts. Governor Walker also expressed his support for proposed legislation increasing Sparsity Aid and providing a low revenue adjustment for certain more PR

Government Announces Pound Sterling 144,000 of New Funding to Help Universities Tackle Antisemitism on Campus (10)

LONDON, England, Jan. 17 -- The British Department for Education issued the following news release: Communities Secretary Sajid Javid today (16 January) announced pound sterling144,261 of funding, in partnership with the Department for Education, for a new programme to support universities in tackling antisemitism on campus. The programme will be delivered by the Holocaust Educational Trust and the Union of Jewish Students and will involve 200 students and university leaders from across the co more PR

Government of Canada Announces Judicial Appointment in Province of Ontario (10)

OTTAWA, Ontario, Jan. 19 - The Canadian Department of Justice, an arm of the Canadian government, issued the following news release: The Honourable Jody Wilson-Raybould, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment under the new judicial application process announced on October 20, 2016. The new process emphasizes transparency, merit, and diversity, and will continue to ensure the appointment of jurists who meet the highest standards of excellenc more PR

Government to Fund Engineering Programs for Students in Prince George (10)

PRINCE GEORGE, British Columbia, Jan. 16 -- The University of Northern British Columbia issued the following news release: Students can look forward to the addition of hundreds of tech-related seats in engineering coming to Prince George, providing more educational and training opportunities needed for 21st-century jobs. The provincial funding is a historic investment for residents of northern British Columbia, who were previously unable to complete their entire undergraduate engineering progr more PR

Governor Cuomo Announces Launch of Program to Renovate 'Zombie' Properties and Increase Homeownership in Schenectady (10)

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 18 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the launch of the Neighborhood Revitalization Program in Schenectady County to help new homebuyers purchase and renovate abandoned and foreclosed "Zombie" properties. The program will help low- and middle- income residents subsidize and finance the purchase and renovation of vacant and distressed properties in Schenectady County. The program's expansion into Sc more PR

Governor Cuomo Calls for Study on Regulating and Taxing Marijuana for Adult Use in New York (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 17 -- The Drug Policy Alliance issued the following news release: In his address on the executive budget proposal for New York state on January 16, Governor Cuomo called for a state-funded study on the impacts of marijuana legalization in the health, economic, and criminal justice realms and the projected impacts for New York of legalization in neighboring states and jurisdictions. Drug Policy Alliance and the Start SMART (Sensible Marijuana Access through Regulated Trade) campai more PR

Governor Cuomo Outlines FY 2019 Budget: Realizing the Promise of Progressive Government (10)

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 16 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today unveiled the FY 2019 Executive Budget, which continues the state's efforts to deliver on the promise of progressive government by protecting taxpayers against devastating federal action, strengthening the middle class, cutting taxes and making smart investments in New York's future. For the eighth consecutive year, the Budget is balanced and holds spending growth below t more PR

Governor Greitens Launches Rural Broadband Initiative (10)

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Jan. 16 -- Gov. Eric Greitens, R-Missouri, issued the following news: Today Governor Eric Greitens announced that the Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) in partnership with the Missouri Department of Agriculture is launching a new statewide initiative to expand broadband infrastructure in unserved and underserved areas. Missouri's rural communities are at a competitive disadvantage when it comes to business development, healthcare, and farming techniques more PR

Governor Hogan Announces Fiscal Year 2019 Budget (10)

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Jan. 16 -- Gov. Larry Hogan, R-Maryland, issued the following news release: Governor Larry Hogan today announced major items in the administration's fiscal year 2019 budget, which will be officially submitted tomorrow, Wednesday, January 17. The budget responsibly holds the line on spending without raising taxes, cutting services, or raiding special funds. The budget leaves nearly $1 billion in reserves and continues - for the fourth straight year - to fund K-12 education a more PR

Governor Northam Announces Northern Virginia Selected as One of 20 Contenders for Amazon's Second Headquarters (10)

RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 18 -- Lt. Gov. Ralph Northam, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: Governor Ralph Northam today announced that Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) has selected Northern Virginia as a candidate for its second North American headquarters. In September, the e-commerce giant released a public request for proposal seeking a location capable of supporting up to 50,000 employees and a facility that will be around 8 million square feet at full capacity. The company receive more PR

Governor Ralph Northam Delivers Address to the Joint Assembly (10)

RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 15 -- Gov. Terry McAuliffe, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: Speaker Cox, Senator Newman, Lieutenant Governor Fairfax, Justices of the Supreme Court, ladies and gentlemen of the General Assembly, thank you for inviting me to speak with you this evening. And to my fellow Virginians, thank you for the extraordinary honor of serving as the 73rd Governor of this great Commonwealth. I have to admit this feels a little different up here. Just a few days ago I more PR

Governor Recommends $180 Million to Address Deferred Maintenance at All 54 Minnesota State Campuses (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Jan. 16 -- Minnesota State Colleges and Universities issued the following news release: Today Governor Dayton announced his top priority for this year's legislative session: investments in infrastructure, including $180 million in asset preservation and replacement projects that would touch all 54 campuses within the Minnesota State system. He also recommended $63.0 million in state funds be combined with $31.5 million in system funds be allocated to pay for 16 campus-based more PR

Governor Scott and Volunteer Florida Present Champion of Service Award (10)

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Jan. 18 -- Gov. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: Today, during a meeting of the Florida Cabinet, Governor Rick Scott and Volunteer Florida Chief Executive Officer Vivian Myrtetus awarded Betty Mulligan with the Volunteer Florida Champion of Service Award, Florida's official statewide volunteer recognition. Governor Scott said, "I am proud to recognize Betty with the Champion of Service Award for her work to ensure Florida students can receive a gr more PR

Governor Scott Recognizes Seven Educators With the Governor's Shine Award (10)

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Jan. 18 -- Gov. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: Today, during a meeting of the Florida Cabinet, Governor Rick Scott recognized seven outstanding educators with the Governor's Shine Award. The Shine Award is presented to teachers and administrators in Florida who make significant contributions to the field of education. All of the teachers honored today are 2017 district teachers of the year. Governor Scott said, "I am proud to present these outst more PR

Governor Wolf Asks President for More Federal Support to Fight the Opioid Epidemic (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 16 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news: Governor Tom Wolf today sent a letter to President Trump asking him to increase federal support to fight the opioid epidemic. "Last year, more than 4,600 Pennsylvanians tragically died of a disease. This disease knows no age, gender, race, socio-economic status, or geography. It has spread to small towns, big cities, and rural communities. It has transcended demographics and regions. "This chronic a more PR

Governor's Office Announces Additional Public Budget Briefings (10)

PHOENIX, Arizona, Jan. 18 -- Gov. Doug Ducey, R-Arizona, issued the following news release: Following the release of Governor Doug Ducey's Executive Budget and a public briefing held at the Capitol last week, the Governor's Office announced today it will hold additional public briefings across Arizona. Next week, director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Budgeting Matthew Gress will present the budget and take questions in Prescott, Flagstaff, Yuma, and Tucson. Last week's public budg more PR

Governors Release Recommendations for Addressing Opioid Epidemic (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The National Governors Association issued the following news release: The National Governors Association (NGA) today released recommendations to Congress and the Administration calling for action to bolster the federal response to the opioid crisis. "The opioid and heroin epidemic knows no boundaries, and governors across the country are keenly aware of the challenges it poses for our communities and the growing need for comprehensive, bipartisan solutions to help end th more PR

Graduate Education Fair Will Provide Info on Regional Offerings on Feb. 20 (10)

FITCHBURG, Massachusetts, Jan. 19 -- Fitchburg State University issued the following news release: Fitchburg State University will host a graduate education fair for prospective students to learn about the offerings at nearly a dozen regional public and private institutions. The fair will be held from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 20 in Hammond Hall at 160 Pearl St. Admission is free. The program will include breakout sessions with academic advisors and coaches on how to prepare for graduate s more PR

Granite Guarantee at KSC-Making College More Affordable (10)

KEENE, New Hampshire, Jan. 16 -- Keene State College issued the following news release: Keene State College is offering the Granite Guarantee at Keene State--Our Pledge to You to make college more affordable, and further deliver on the College's mission of access to quality higher education. Through the financial aid program, the College will pay the full tuition for New Hampshire students who are Pell Grant eligible and are first-year students, for all four years of their Keene State educatio more PR

Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex Announces January and February Family Activities (10)

MOUNDSVILLE, West Virginia, Jan. 18 -- The West Virginia Division of Culture and History issued the following news release: The Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex in Moundsville announces activities for January and February. All programs are free and open to the public. Throughout January, visitors can make a craft at the museum's Discovery Table during regular museum hours. The craft of the month invites guests to make a friendly snowman picture. Families can get out of the cold and ass more PR

Greater Phoenix Chamber to Convene State University Presidents Jan. 30 (10)

PHOENIX, Arizona, Jan. 19 -- The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce issued the following news release: The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC) will feature Dr. Michael Crow, president of Arizona State University, Dr. Rita Cheng, president of Northern Arizona University, and Dr. Robert Robbins, president of the University of Arizona, for a conversation focused on how business and education can work in tandem to innovate and grow the economy. As of Fall 2016, Arizona's state universities more PR

Griffith Appointed to the Municipal Court Judges Education Committee (10)

TOPEKA, Kansas, Jan. 19 -- The Kansas Office of Judicial Administration issued the following news release: Wichita Municipal Court Judge Ted Griffith was appointed to the Municipal Court Judges Education Committee. Chief Justice Lawton Nuss of the Kansas Supreme Court appointed Griffith to a term ending June 30, 2019, that was vacated by Jason Geier. Geier had served as a Topeka Municipal Court judge and was appointed a district judge for Shawnee County in 2017. Before his appointment to the more PR

Grove City Is Nation's Top Conservative Christian College (10)

GROVE CITY, Pennsylvania, Jan. 16 -- The Grove City College issued the following news release: Grove City College's commitment to making faith a key part of the curriculum - and great value - make it the nation's number one conservative Christian college, according to a leading Christian college search website. Among the country's best-known institutions, the private Pennsylvania liberal arts College, which refuses all federal funding, sits atop Online Christian College's 2018 list of Top 30 C more PR

Half Million Rohingya Refugee Children at Risk in Overcrowded Camps in Bangladesh With Cyclone, Monsoon Season on Horizon (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Fund for UNICEF issued the following news release: The health and safety of more than 520,000 Rohingya children living in overcrowded camps and informal settlements in Bangladesh is likely to be put at even greater risk ahead of upcoming cyclone and monsoon seasons, UNICEF warned today. "As we get closer to the cyclone and monsoon seasons, what is already a dire humanitarian situation risks becoming a catastrophe. Hundreds of thousands of children are already livi more PR

Hamilton Implements Cost Estimator, MyinTuition (10)

CLINTON, New York, Jan. 17 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: In a continuing pursuit of clarifying the cost of college to the greatest degree possible, Hamilton is implementing MyinTuition, an online tool that quickly and easily provides accurate college cost estimates. Prospective students will now be able to estimate costs to attend the college by answering six basic financial questions. "Hamilton's financial aid budget is $42 million dollars, about half of our students are rece more PR

Haslam Announces Tennessee Ends 2017 With 28,000+ New Jobs (10)

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Jan. 18 -- Gov. Bill Haslam, R-Tennessee, issued the following news: Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and Department of Labor and Workforce Development Commissioner Burns Phillips today announced Tennessee ended 2017 with more than 28,000 new jobs across the state in the last year and an unemployment rate nearly 2 percentage points lower than 2016. In 2017 a total of 28,700 nonfarm jobs were created across the state. The largest increases occurred in the leisure and hospitality more PR

Haslam Announces Tennessee Ends 2017 With 28,000+ New Jobs, Unemployment Rate Nearly 2 Percentage Points Lower Than 2016 (10)

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Jan. 18 -- The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development issued the following news release: Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and Department of Labor and Workforce Development Commissioner Burns Phillips today announced Tennessee ended 2017 with more than 28,000 new jobs across the state in the last year and an unemployment rate nearly 2 percentage points lower than 2016. In 2017 a total of 28,700 nonfarm jobs were created across the state. The largest increases oc more PR

Hawaii Island Senior Selected for United States Senate Youth Program (10)

HONOLULU, Hawaii, Jan. 18 -- The Hawaii Department of Education issued the following news release: The United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) announced the selection of Kealakehe High School senior Maya Kiana Gee as one of two students who will represent the state at the 56th annual USSYP Washington Week from March 3-10, 2018. The United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) announced the selection of Kealakehe High School senior Maya Kiana Gee as one of two students who will represent the s more PR

HDR Welcomes Aaron Harcek to Denver's Architecture Studio (10)

OMAHA, Nebraska, Jan. 15 -- HDR, an architectural, engineering and consulting firm, issued the following news release: Aaron Harcek has joined HDR's Denver studio as a design principal. With a strong focus on the civic, education, science, technology and healthcare sectors, he will work hand-in-hand with Managing Principal Julianne Scherer to help the firm increase its focus on design excellence in the Denver region. Harcek most recently led the design efforts for large-scale, highly sustainab more PR

Head: Substance Abuse, Mental Health Task Force Bills Pass Senate (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Jan. 18 -- The Indiana Senate Republicans issued the following news release: State Sen. Randy Head (R-Logansport) said three bills he authored that are a result of the work of the Task Force on Substance Abuse and Mental Health, which he co-chairs, passed the full Senate today. The Task Force, which discusses ideas, hears testimony and develops ways to address issues concerning treatment and resources for children in need of mental health and substance abuse services, is more PR

Heidi Shol Receives MNLA Foundation Scholarship (10)

CROOKSTON, Minnesota, Jan. 16 -- The University of Minnesota's Crookston campus issued the following news release: One student in the Horticulture program at University of Minnesota -Crookston recently received a scholarship sponsored by the Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association (MNLA) Foundation. The scholarship recipient is Heidi Shol, Crookston. MNLA member firm Baker LakeHeidi Shol Nursery, based in St. Stephen, sponsored the scholarship for Shol (pictured in photo, right). The MNLA more PR

Heidi Sosik Selected as a Fellow of the Oceanography Society (10)

WOODS HOLE, Massachusetts, Jan. 16 -- Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution issued the following news release: Heidi Sosik, a senior scientist in the Biology Department at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) has been named a 2018 Fellow of The Oceanography Society (TOS). Sosik's accomplishments will be formally recognized on Feb. 13, 2018, during a ceremony at the 2018 Ocean Sciences Meeting in Portland, Oregon. Election as a fellow is bestowed upon TOS members by their peers to honor i more PR

Helping Dreamers Can't Get U.S. Voters Over Wall, Quinnipiac University National Poll Finds; Support for Infrastructure Almost 10-1 (10)

HAMDEN, Connecticut, Jan. 18 -- The Quinnipiac University Polling Institute issued the following news release: American voters support 73 - 21 percent, including 49 - 40 percent among Republicans, legislation to allow undocumented immigrants brought to the U.S. as children - Dreamers - to remain in the U.S. legally, according to a Quinnipiac University National Poll released today. But voters oppose 49 - 39 percent a bill which combines protection for Dreamers with funding a wall on the border more PR

Helping Students From Juvenile Hall to College; Educators, Juvenile Justice Professionals and Community Organizations Will Gather on January 26 in Sacramento to Share Ways of Helping Incarcerated Youth Access Higher Education (10)

SAN MATEO, California, Jan. 19 -- The College of San Mateo issued the following news release: Elisabeth Ocampo wanted to give up on college. The young mother of two was involved with gangs since childhood, locked up at 13, and unable to finish high school. She managed to enroll in community college while still holding down a full-time job, but it was a struggle. At the College of San Mateo, Elisabeth heard about Project Change -- a program that helps students who have been through the juvenile more PR

Hermann Celebration of Life Set (10)

MACOMB, Illinois, Jan. 17 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: A celebration of life for Western Illinois University Men's Physical Education (now called kinesiology) Department Chair Emeritus George Hermann will be held from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3 at the Wesley Community Center, 1200 E. Grant St., Macomb. Hermann, 98, passed away Jan. 14 in Macomb. Hermann joined the faculty at Western in 1967. He served as a teacher and graduate coordinator of the Colleg more PR

HHS Establishes Conscience, Religious Freedom Division (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Liberty Counsel issued the following news release: The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced today it will establish a Conscience and Religious Freedom Division within the Office for Civil Rights to specialize in enforcement of and compliance with laws that protect conscience and free exercise of religion, and that prohibit coercion and discrimination. Liberty Counsel Founder and Chairman Mat Staver and Director of Public Policy Jonathan Alexandre p more PR

HIMSS-ANI Recognizes Leadership in Nursing Informatics With Joint Award (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 17 -- The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society issued the following news release: Throughout her career, Catherine Ivory, PhD, RNC-OB, RN-BC, FAAN has demonstrated her commitment to helping cultivate the next generation of nurse informaticists. After spending over 15 years as a staff nurse, clinical specialist and women's services nursing administrator at the healthcare system level, she joined the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing (VUSN) faculty more PR

Historic Preservation Development Grants Now Available (10)

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Jan. 17 -- The West Virginia Division of Culture and History issued the following news release: Applications are now available for historic preservation development grants through the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) of the West Virginia Division of Culture and History. Deadline for receipt of applications is postmarked March 31, 2018. Projects eligible for grants include those for the restoration, rehabilitation, or archaeological development of historic sit more PR

Hobsons Partners With PAIRIN to Offer College Students Career Exploration Tools (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 16 -- Hobsons issued the following news release: Hobsons, the education technology leader, and PAIRIN, the friendly science company, announced today a partnership to provide college students with access to PAIRIN's soft skills survey and career exploration tools directly within Hobsons' Starfish platform. Nearly 400 higher-ed institutions using Starfish will be able to support students as they discover their strengths and career interests, connect to current career opp more PR

Hofmeister Convenes Work Group of Community Leaders to Tackle Student Chronic Absenteeism (10)

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Jan. 18 -- The Oklahoma Department of Education issued the following news release: In a concerted effort to reduce chronic absenteeism in school, the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) has launched a work group to study the problem and recommend potential solutions. The group, which consists of representatives of community nonprofits and education advocacy organizations, held its first meeting this week. The work group is a result of an October 2017 Communit more PR

Hold the Salt: Gut Reaction May Impair the Brains of Mice (10)

BETHESDA, Maryland, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke issued the following news release: We are often warned of the dangers of high levels of salt in our diet, yet the risks of salt consumption and the effects of salt on the body, including the brain, are not entirely clear. In a new mouse study, scientists link changes in the gut caused by a high-salt diet to impaired blood flow in the brain. This reduced blood more PR

Honoring King Legacy, Lowe's Donates $500K in Emergency Aid to Support Students at UNCF HBCU (10)

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Jan. 18 -- The United Negro College Fund issued the following news release: In recognition of the 2018 Martin Luther King, Jr., holiday, Lowe's has donated $500,000 to UNCF's 37 historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) to award emergency student aid to graduating seniors who need financial support. UNCF's Emergency Student Aid (ESA) is a lifeline for UNCF-supported HBCU students with unanticipated needs or special circumstances such as the loss of a parent's job. more PR

Hops in Hillsborough? (10)

TAMPA, Florida, Jan. 16 -- Hillsborough County issued the following news: The Tampa Bay area's reputation as a destination for craft beer enthusiasts is surging. So it's no surprise researchers in Hillsborough County are striving to grow hops, the buds that are an essential flavoring ingredient in beer, especially styles such as India pale ale. Their latest attempt entails shining lights on an experimental hops field after sundown to simulate extended daylight hours. Fresh hops are coveted by more PR

Horizons Program Receives $10,000 From Near & Far Aid (10)

FAIRFIELD, Connecticut, Jan. 16 -- Sacred Heart University issued the following news: Horizons at Sacred Heart University, an enrichment program for Bridgeport's underserved K-12 schoolchildren, has received a $10,000 grant from Near & Far Aid, which provides funds for agencies and programs serving impoverished communities in Fairfield County. The grant will help support 15-20 new students entering Horizons at SHU for 2018-19. The grant also will support the reading and STEM curricula for the p more PR

House Homeland Security Subcommittee Issues Testimony From State Department (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The House Homeland Security subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence issued the following testimony by Richard H. Glenn, acting deputy assistant secretary of State for the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, at a hearing entitled "Combating Transnational Gangs Through Information Sharing": "Chairman King, Ranking Member Rice, distinguished Members of the Subcommittee; thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today to discuss t more PR

House Members Introduce Bill to Combat English Learner Achievement Gap (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- Rep. Jim Langevin, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: Representatives Jim Langevin (D-RI), Alma Adams (D-NC), Adriano Espaillat (D-NY), and Raul Grijalva (D-AZ) introduced legislation to improve the instruction of English learners (ELs) in prekindergarten, elementary and secondary school programs. The Reaching English Learners Act provides funding for higher education programs that equip aspiring teachers with the skills to more effectively reach non-nativ more PR

House Passes Sullivan's Bill to Cut Red Tape for Higher Education (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Jan. 18 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: The Indiana House of Representatives today voted unanimously in support of State Rep. Holli Sullivan's (R-Evansville) legislation to streamline administrative operations for public colleges and universities in Indiana. Sullivan said House Bill 1074 would remove red tape and simplify the process for colleges to sell real estate they no longer need, while still maintaining fiscal oversight. "Right more PR

House Passes Wesco's Bill Aiding Military Students Called to Active Duty (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Jan. 18 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: The House of Representatives voted today in support of State Rep. Tim Wesco's (R-Osceola) bill that would protect military college students who are called to active duty during an academic term. Wesco said this legislation would ensure military college students who are called to active duty receive a tuition reimbursement or the opportunity to re-enroll in courses. The bill would apply to all mil more PR

House Small Business Committee Issues Testimony From American Bankers Association (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The House Small Business Committee issued the following testimony by Patricia Husic, president and CEO of Centric Bank and testifying on behalf of the American Bankers Association, at a hearing entitled "Strengthening SBA's 7(a) Loan Program": "Chairman Chabot, Ranking Member Velazquez, and members of the Committee, I am Patricia Husic, President and CEO of Centric Bank. Centric Bank is a community bank headquartered in Harrisburg, PA with $555 million in total assets. I more PR

House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation issued the following testimony by Bill Van Loo, secretary treasurer of the Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association, at a hearing entitled "The State of the U.S. Flag Maritime Industry": "Chairman Hunter, Ranking Member Garamendi and Members of the Subcommittee, "My name is Bill Van Loo, Secretary Treasurer of the Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association and I am a 3rd gen more PR

House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Maritime Administration (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation issued the following testimony by Mark H. Buzby, administrator of the Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration, at a hearing entitled "The State of the U.S. Flag Maritime Industry": "Good afternoon, Chairman Hunter, Ranking Member Garamendi and members of the Subcommittee. I appreciate the opportunity to discuss the state of the U.S Flag Maritime Industry, and more PR

HRC Announces Jazz Jennings Among Special Guests at Time to THRIVE Conference on LGBTQ Youth Safety (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- The Human Rights Campaign issued the following news release: Today, the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRC) announced LGBTQ advocates and allies who will be special guests and speakers at the organization's annual Time to THRIVE Conference on February 16-18 at the Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek in Orlando. They include HRC Youth Ambassador and author of I Am Jazz Jazz Jennings; Raikes Foundation co-founder Tricia Raikes; Rhode Island Teacher of the Year Nikos Giannopoulos more PR

HU Business Program Reaccredited for 10-Year Term (10)

LAS VEGAS, New Mexico, Jan. 17 -- New Mexico Highlands University issued the following news: The Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs announced the continued accreditation of New Mexico Highlands Department of Business Administration. The university's graduate and undergraduate programs have been accredited by ACBSP for 20 years and have remained in good standing since their initial accreditation. "We've always been confident in our business programs, and this is confirmation more PR

Human Rights Leader Marilyn Shuler Named 2018 Idaho Medal of Achievement Recipient (10)

BOISE, Idaho, Jan. 15 -- Gov. C.L. 'Butch' Otter, R-Idaho, issued the following news release: Governor C.L. "Butch"Otter presented the 2018 Idaho Medal of Achievement posthumously today to iconic Idaho human rights leader Marilyn Shuler. Shuler, who passed away last February at the age of 77, served for 20 years as director of the Idaho Human Rights Commission. The Idaho Medal of Achievement was presented to the Shuler family, represented by Idaho Air National Guard Colonel Tom Shuler. At a more PR

Humanities Class Visits Boston Museum of Fine Arts (10)

NEWPORT, Rhode Island, Jan. 16 -- The Naval War College issued the following news: A group of 14 U.S. Naval War College (NWC) students visited the Boston Museum of Fine Arts on Jan. 10 as part of a humanities elective course offered at NWC. Students taking the "Leadership and War Viewed through the Humanities" class taught by Yvonne Masakowski, an associate professor in NWC's Leadership and Ethics Department visited the museum as a supplement to the course they are taking. "I started to bring more PR

ICBA Nominates New Board of Directors for 2018-19 (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Independent Community Bankers of America issued the following news release: The Independent Community Bankers of America(R) (ICBA) today announced the nominees for its 2018-19 board of directors. ICBA's board of directors will vote on the nominations during the 2018 ICBA national convention, ICBA Community Banking LIVE(R), which will be held March 13-17 in Las Vegas. Nominations for the 2018-19 ICBA board of directors and their respective positions include: Chairman more PR

Iceland Leads the Way on Closing Gender Pay Gap, UN Experts Say (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Jan. 18 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release: Iceland is setting the world an example on equal pay for work of equal value which other States should follow, according to UN human rights experts. "Iceland is spearheading the fight against gender discrimination with new legislation on equal pay certification," said experts from the UN Working Group on Business and Human Rights and the Working Group on the Issue of Discrimination agai more PR

IHS Seeks Online classes in San Fidel, New Mexico (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Indian Health Service has issued a sources sought notice (IHS_ED_011818) for online classes for patients and residents at New Sunrise Treatment Center, San Fidel, New Mexico. The notice states: "The purpose of this contract is to provide online school training to middle-high school courses for the New Sunrise Treatment Center residents and patients. High school students will earn school credit which is transferable to thei more CTR

Illinois Unemployment Rate Dips in December - Jobs Nearly Unchanged (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 19 -- The Illinois Department of Employment Security issued the following news release: The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate decreased by 0.1 percentage point to 4.8 percent in December and nonfarm payrolls increased by +1,500 jobs over-the-month, based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and released by IDES. November jobs were revised up to show a slight gain (+3,100 jobs) more PR

IMA President and CEO Jeff Thomson Visits India to Talk About the Future of the Accountant in Business (10)

DELHI, India, Jan. 18 -- The Institute of Management Accountants issued the following news release: On January 17-25, Jeff Thomson, CMA, CSCA, CAE, president and CEO at IMA(R) (Institute of Management Accountants) will be traveling to Pune, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Delhi to talk to CFOs and management accounting professionals about the impact of big data, robots, cognitive computing and other emerging technologies affecting accountants in business. Thomson has consistently been inclu more PR

IMF Executive Board Concludes 2017 Article IV Consultation With Tonga (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The International Monetary Fund issued the following news release: On January 17, 2018, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the 2017 Article IV consultation[1] with Tonga. The decision was made without a Board meeting.[2] Over recent years, Tonga has enjoyed robust growth and macroeconomic stability. Growth continued to be strong at 2.7 percent in FY2017[3] following 3.4 percent in FY2016, supported by construction, agriculture, tourism more PR

Immigration Reform And Bias in The Justice System Are Among Diversity And Immigration Highlights at American Bar Association Meeting Feb. 1-5 in Vancouver (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 16 -- The American Bar Association issued the following news release: The impact of U.S. immigration reform and combating implicit bias in the justice system are chief among immigration and diversity legal issues that will be explored during the 2018 American Bar Association Midyear Meeting, Feb. 1-5 in Vancouver, British Columbia. With several hundred top-quality legal programs and events, and presentations by America's foremost law experts and speakers, the ABA Midyea more PR

Immigration, Electronic Voting and Homeless Youth Are Among Highlights At American Bar Association Meeting Feb. 1-5 in Vancouver (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 17 -- The American Bar Association issued the following news release: The implications of a proposed merits-based U.S. immigration system, measures to secure electronic voting, LGBT rights under the Trump administration and efforts to reduce homeless youth in the United States and Canada are chief legal issues that will be explored at the 2018 American Bar Association Midyear Meeting Feb. 1-5 in Vancouver. With several hundred top-quality legal programs and events, and more PR

In Lewiston, Sen. King Meets With Administrators, Students at Maine College of Health Professions (10)

PORTLAND, Maine, Jan. 16 -- The office of Sen. Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) met with health professionals, students and administrators at the Maine College of Health Professions to discuss the importance of the health care industry in Maine, and challenges presented by health care workforce shortages in the state. "Each and every day, the people of Maine rely on the treatment provided by health care workers," said Senat more PR

In Visit to China, WCC Focuses on Unity (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Jan. 19 -- The World Council of Churches issued the following news release: Christian unity was the overarching theme of a visit from a World Council of Churches (WCC) delegation with the China Christian Council (CCC) and the Three-Self Patriotic Movement (TSPM) in Shanghai on 9 January. "How can Christians realise and respond to Christ's call to be one in our time and context?" asked WCC general secretary Rev. Dr Olav Fykse Tveit during his meeting with CCC and TSPM leade more PR

Indiana University to Collaborate With Orange County in Sustaining Hoosier Communities Initiative (10)

BLOOMINGTON, Indiana, Jan. 17 -- Indiana University issued the following news release: Orange County will be the next community to partner with Indiana University through the Center for Rural Engagement's Sustaining Hoosier Communities initiative, now in its second year. Selected from several proposals, Orange County participated in an application process open to communities in southwest central Indiana. Submissions included a community narrative and project proposals based on the community's more PR

Individual Protective Equipment Training Prepares Airmen Medics (10)

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: By 1st Lt. Geneva Croxton Public Affairs With support from Air Education and Training Command and various major commands, the AETC surgeon general has implemented new scenarios for Airmen to use individual protective equipment during the Expeditionary Medical Support Course and Aeromedical Evacuation & Patient Staging Course at JBSA-Camp Bullis. The newly implem more PR

Infant Mortality Rates in Texas Vary Dramatically From One Zip Code to the Next, According to New Study (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 18 -- The University of Texas System issued the following news release: Infant mortality rates in Texas vary dramatically even across neighboring zip codes, according to a new analysis and mapping tool from researchers at The University of Texas System and UT Health Northeast. The analysis and searchable map, which are the first of their kind in Texas, use data from Texas Vital Statistics Linked Birth and Death Records from 2011-2014. In Fort Worth, for example, the infant more PR

Infectious Diseases Society Issues Statement on PAHPA Reauthorization (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 17 -- The Infectious Diseases Society of America issued the following statement on the Pandemic and All Hazards Preparedness Act reauthorization: The January 17 Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee hearing in preparation for reauthorization of the Pandemic and All Hazards Preparedness Act provides a valuable opportunity to consider how best to ensure that states, communities and healthcare facilities have the resources they need to protect against eme more PR

Inflation Expectations Rise in December Amid Growing Optimism About Labor Market (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 16 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of New York issued the following news release: The New York Fed's Center for Microeconomic Data today released the December 2017 Survey of Consumer Expectations (https://www.newyorkfed.org/microeconomics/sce), which shows an increase in short- and medium-term inflation expectations. Expectations about income and spending growth decreased, but expectations about household financial situations and credit availability improved. Labor market expectation more PR

Inova Loudoun Hospital Announces Midwifery Director (10)

LEESBURG, Virginia, Jan. 16 -- Inova Health System issued the following news release: Inova Loudoun Hospital is pleased to announce Certified Nurse Midwife Monica Freidline as Midwifery Director of the Natural Birth Center at Inova Loudoun Hospital (ILH) - the region's only hospital-based natural birth center. Freidline is a certified nurse midwife, registered nurse, and nurse practitioner in the Commonwealth of Virginia. She earned her Masters of Midwifery at Frontier Nursing University in Hy more PR

Interactive Reports Distill New School Accountability Systems in SREB States (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, Jan. 17 -- The Southern Regional Education Board issued the following news release: The Southern Regional Education Board today released interactive reports on school accountability plans in the16 SREB states. With a focus on expectations for college and career readiness, profiles on the SREB Insights website distill complex information about each state's plan for evaluating schools' performance and holding them accountable for improvement. State policymakers and school leade more PR

Interim Provost Olmstead Issues Statement on Diversity Course (10)

SALISBURY, Maryland, Jan. 18 -- Salisbury University issued the following statement by Karen L. Olmstead, interim provost and senior vice president of academic affairs: "Universities have a long-standing and important role as centers for inquiry, investigation and dialogue about the complex issues facing society. Part of the process of educating students involves prompting them, sometimes in uncomfortable ways, to think critically about a wide range of subjects. At Salisbury University, we disc more PR

Intricate Scenery and Costume Design Add Charm to UNCSA's Production of Rossini's 'La Cenerentola' (10)

WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina, Jan. 17 -- The University of North Carolina School of the Arts issued the following news release: The A.J. Fletcher Opera Institute in the School of Music at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts will present Gioachino Rossini's comic "La Cenerentola, ossia La Bonta in trionfo" on Feb. 2, 4, and 6. The opera is a reworking of the classic Cinderella tale - with a few twists. "La Cenerentola" will be on stage for three performances: 7:30 p.m. on Frid more PR

Investors, Entrepreneurs & Peacebuilders to Meet for Two-Day Symposium in Washington, D.C. (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Creative Associates International issued the following news release: Up to150 leaders in impact investing, social entrepreneurship and peacebuilding will gather on Jan. 22 and 23 at the Venture Peacebuilding Symposium to explore how to transform conflict-affected communities into peaceful and prosperous ones. The two-day Venture Peacebuilding Symposium will be held at The American University's School of International Service in Washington, D.C. An agenda is available. Re more PR

Invocation of Holocaust in Announcement of New 'Conscience, Religious Freedom' Office Is Deeply Offensive, Inappropriate (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 18 -- The Anti-Defamation League issued the following news release: The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) finds remarks by Roger Severino, Director of the Office for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services today, who invoked the Holocaust in announcing the formation of a new Conscience and Religious Freedom Division, to be deeply offensive and inappropriate. This is an unnecessary office which would make it easier for health care providers to discriminate aga more PR

IPS Board President and Innovation Officer Share With MIBOR Leadership Academy (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Jan. 17 -- Indianapolis Public Schools issued the following information: Indianapolis Public Schools Board President Michael O'Connor and Innovation Officer Aleesia Johnson took center stage at the MIBOR Realtor Association Leadership Academy to discuss innovation schools. The two were joined by Brandon Brown, Sr. VP of Education Innovation for The Mind Trust. The panel discussion centered on what innovation schools are, why they were started and how they benefit families more PR

Israeli Prosecutors Throw Book at Palestinian Child Protestor (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following report: On Monday, an Israeli military court will decide whether to release 16-year-old Ahed Tamimi on bail or keep her in jail until the end of her trial. She has become a symbol of Palestinian resistance, and some Israeli politicians have called for her to be harshly punished. But the military court should base its decision on one criterion: whether the further detention of Ahed Tamimi, a child, is necessary as a measure of last r more PR

IT Pathways Program Powers Up (10)

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Jan. 19 -- The Utah Governor's Office of Economic Development issued the following news release: The Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED) and Silicon Slopes today announced the official kick-off of the IT Pathways program, including three pilot regions and the creation of an industry-led board to oversee the program. IT Pathways is part of the state's Talent Ready Utah initiative and is designed to fill critical workforce needs and ensure the continued success more PR

IU Health, IU Break Ground on IU Health Regional Academic Health Center (10)

BLOOMINGTON, Indiana, Jan. 16 -- Indiana University issued the following news release: Community leaders, Indiana University faculty, staff and students, and health care providers gathered today to celebrate the official ceremonial groundbreaking of the new IU Health Regional Academic Health Center on the campus of Indiana University Bloomington. Expected to be completed in 2020, the over 700,000-square-foot complex will serve Bloomington and the surrounding region and will include a cancer ce more PR

Jaret L. Davis Named Chair of Nicklaus Children's Hospital Board of Directors (10)

MIAMI, Florida, Jan. 16 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Jaret L. Davis, Co-Managing Shareholder of the Miami office of international law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A., was elected chair of the Nicklaus Children's Hospital board of directors. Founded in 1950 by Variety Clubs International, Nicklaus Children's Hospital is South Florida's only licensed specialty hospital exclusively for children, with nearly 800 attending physicians and more than 475 pediatric s more PR

Jeffrey Villar Steps Down From CCER (10)

HARTFORD, Connecticut, Jan. 19 -- The Connecticut Business and Industry Association issued the following news release: Jeffrey Villar, executive director of the Connecticut Council for Education Reform and vice president of education policy at CBIA, has stepped down from his current roles to take a new position with the Southbridge, Massachusetts school district. Villar has been at the head of CCER since 2013. Last year, he worked with the CCER board and CBIA staff on the formal affiliation of more PR

Jennifer Fondiller Named Vice President for Enrollment (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 16 -- Barnard College issued the following letter by President Sian Leah Beilock: Dear Barnard Faculty and Staff, I am very pleased to announce that Jennifer Fondiller '88, who currently serves as Dean of Enrollment Management, will be appointed Vice President for Enrollment, effective immediately. In her new role, Jennifer will report directly to me and work in tandem with Provost Linda Bell, Dean of the College Avis Hinkson, and other senior leaders to ensure that we continue more PR

Joan Derryberry Gallery to Feature Painting Works by Carly Drew (10)

COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, Jan. 18 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: The work of painter Carly Drew will be featured in Tennessee Tech's Joan Derryberry Art Gallery Jan. 22 through Feb. 22, with a gallery talk by the artists scheduled for Feb. 22 at 4:30 p.m. Drew's work examines the relationships to places through the layers of personal history, industrial changes to the terrain and landscape painting tradition. Drawing is her media of choice because it para more PR

John Fish Named Chair of Brigham Health Board of Trustees (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 18 -- Brigham and Women's Hospital issued the following news release: John Fish, chairman and CEO of Suffolk which is one of the largest construction companies in the country, has been named the new chair of the Brigham Health Board of Trustees as of Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018. "John has been an ardent and active member of the Brigham Health community for more than a decade," said Betsy Nabel, MD, President of Brigham Health. "I am certain he shares my belief in this more PR

Jordan: Important Topics of 2018 Session (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Jan. 17 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: The 2018 legislative session is in full swing, with committee hearings and session meetings taking place at the Statehouse. The General Assembly will dedicate the upcoming weeks working toward a better Indiana. I am grateful for the privilege to serve our community, and will work with fellow lawmakers to strengthen Indiana's workforce, address funding for K-12 education and tackle the opioid epide more PR

Judson Press Book Offers New Approaches to Christian Education & Discipleship With Black Millennials (10)

VALLEY FORGE, Pennsylvania, Jan. 17 -- American Baptist Churches USA issued the following news release: Many churches today confront an aging membership and a noticeable absence of young adults in the pews. How can leaders begin to reach emerging generations with meaningful ministry that offers mature faith formation--keeping them involved in the local church? In his debut project, Black Millennials and the Church: Meet Me Where I Am, pastor Joshua L. Mitchell addresses this dilemma with resear more PR

Kaiser Permanente Study Finds Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Is Cost-Effective for Teens Who Decline Antidepressants (10)

PORTLAND, Oregen, Jan. 18 -- Kaiser Permanente issued the following news release: Cognitive behavioral therapy (or CBT) delivered in a primary care setting is a cost-effective way to treat adolescents with depression who decline or quickly stop using antidepressants, according to a Kaiser Permanente study published today in the journal Pediatrics. This work builds upon previous research, also published in Pediatrics, showing that CBT improved time to diagnostic recovery from major depression more PR

Kansas State University's Creative Teams Receive 28 CASE Awards for Promoting Higher Education (10)

MANHATTAN, Kansas, Jan. 18 -- Kansas State University issued the following news release: Kansas State University's creative communications teams will collectively receive 28 awards from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education, or CASE, at the council's District VI conference, Jan. 28-30, in St. Louis. The council is an international association of educational institutions. Along with Kansas State University, other District VI members include educational institutions in Kansas, Col more PR

Kansas Students Selected for United States Senate Youth Program (10)

TOPEKA, Kansas, Jan. 16 -- The Kansas Department of Education issued the following news: Two Kansas students have been selected as delegates to the 56th annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) that will take place March 3-10, 2018, in Washington, D.C. Jaron Paul Caffrey, of Mount Hope, and Sandhya Ravikumar, of Lawrence, were selected to be a part of the group of 104 student delegates who will attend Washington Week. They each will receive a $10,000 scholarship for undergraduate stud more PR

Kansas' ESSA Plan Approved by U.S. Department of Education (10)

TOPEKA, Kansas, Jan. 19 -- The Kansas Department of Education issued the following news: Kansas' Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) plan has been approved by the U.S. Department of Education (USDOE), the Kansas State Department of Education announced Friday, Jan. 19. KSDE submitted Kansas' consolidated state ESSA plan to the USDOE on Sept. 12, 2017, which was before the Sept. 18, 2017, deadline. The Department of Education asked for clarifications on some items, and KSDE resubmitted the plan wi more PR

Keele Appoints New Pro Vice-Chancellor (10)

STAFFORDSHIRE, England, Jan. 16 -- Keele University issued the following news release: Professor Helen O'Sullivan has been appointed as Pro Vice-Chancellor of Education at Keele University. Professor O'Sullivan started her new role in January and joins Keele from the University of Liverpool, where she was Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor (Online Learning) and Professor of Medical Education. In 2006 Professor O'Sullivan was appointed Director of Liverpool University's HEFCE-funded Centre of Excel more PR

Keep America Beautiful Youth Advisory Council to Participate in Martin Luther King Day of Service Project (10)

STAMFORD, Connecticut, Jan. 15 -- Keep America Beautiful issued the following news release: Keep America Beautiful, the nation's iconic community improvement nonprofit organization, will engage its National Youth Advisory Council members to participate in a Martin Luther King Day of Service project today in Grand Prairie, Texas. Keep America Beautiful annually selects 11 students nationwide to contribute to and inform the organization on program innovation, while acting as ambassadors and leade more PR

Keepers, Protectors of Crossroads, Beyond Boundaries of Duty (10)

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Virginia, Jan. 17 -- The U.S. Marine Corps Base Quantico issued the following news: By Jeremy Beale Public Affairs The Provost Marshall Office (PMO), Marine Corps Base Quantico Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) are more than the Keepers and Protectors of the Crossroads. They also provide aid to those in need around Prince William, Stafford and Fauquier Counties. Both currently have mutual aid agreements with Prince William, Stafford and Fauquier County, which are more PR

Kemba, A+ Federal, and Michigan Educational Credit Unions Sign With CUNA Mutual AdvantEdge Analytics (10)

MADISON, Wisconsin, Jan. 18 -- CUNA Mutual Group issued the following news release: CUNA Mutual AdvantEdge Analytics today announced that Kemba Credit Union with $800 million in assets, headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, A+ Federal Credit Union, with $1.3 billion in assets, headquartered in Austin, Texas, and Michigan Educational Credit Union, with $800 million in assets, headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan will partner with AdvantEdge Analytics to build their advanced analytic platforms and se more PR

Kentucky Education, Workforce Development Cabinet Releases December 2017 Unemployment Report (10)

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Jan. 18 -- The Kentucky Education and Workforce Development Cabinet issued the following news release: Kentucky's seasonally adjusted preliminary December unemployment rate was 4.4 percent, according to the Kentucky Center for Education and Workforce Statistics (KCEWS), an agency of the Kentucky Education and Workforce Development Cabinet. The unemployment rate for December 2017 was down from the revised 4.7 percent reported for November 2017. The preliminary December 2017 more PR

KIPCOR Offers Help to Anyone Wanting Skills for Dealing With Conflict (10)

NORTH NEWTON, Kansas, Jan. 15 -- Bethel College issued the following news release: Most people would agree it's harder than ever these days to have a civil conversation when there's disagreement. The staff of KIPCOR, Bethel College's peacebuilding institute, has definitely seen this, says Sharon Kniss, director of education and training - and they want to help. "We've been recognizing [since the] 2016 election, people are more aware of the polarization," Kniss says. "People are realizing, 'Th more PR

Lake Superior State University Renews Degree Pathways With Fleming College (10)

PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, Jan. 16 -- Fleming College issued the following news release: Lake Superior State University (LSSU) and Fleming College have renewed an agreement that allows students in three Fleming programs the opportunity to obtain a criminal justice degree. Eligible graduates of the Police Foundations, Community and Justice Services, and Protection, Security and Investigation diploma programs can complete LSSU's Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice Generalist p more PR

Latest Report on State of U.S. Science Enterprise Shows America Leads as China Rapidly Advances Global Position in S&T (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 18 -- The National Science Board issued the following news: According to the National Science Foundation's Science and Engineering Indicators 2018 report released today, the United States is the global leader in science and technology (S&T). However, the U.S. global share of S&T activities is declining as other nations -- especially China -- continue to rise. The National Science Board (NSB) is the governing body of the National Science Foundation and publishes the co more PR

LCCC Holds Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration (10)

ELYRIA, Ohio, Jan. 16 -- Lorain County Community College issued the following news release: Lorain County Community College will hold a celebration for the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, January 17 in the College Center Commons. The theme of the event explores "Empowering African American Males to Succeed in Higher Education" with keynote speaker Carlos Christian (CEO-The Starts Within Organization) with remarks by LCCC President Dr. Marcia Ballinge more PR

Leading Civil Rights and Racial Justice Organizations Support and Applaud the W.K. Kellogg Foundation's National Day of Racial Healing (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 15 -- The Advancement Project, a 501(c)3 non-profit that develop and inspire community-based solutions based on the same high quality legal analysis and public education campaigns, issued the following news release: In today's divisive environment, pausing to recognize the significance of and need to participate in a National Day of Racial Healing (#NDORH) is vitally important. On Tuesday, January 16, 2018, many organizations, individuals, and communities will be taking collectiv more PR

Leading Tech and Business Groups Champion Support for H-4 Visa (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Information Technology Industry Council issued the following news release: Today, ITI, the global voice of the tech sector, led 10 other business and tech advocacy groups in voicing their support of the H-4 Visa Rule, which allows spouses of H1-B visa holders to work in the U.S. In a letter to Lee Francis Cissna, Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the groups urge the Trump Administration to maintain this important program because of its benefits to more PR

League of California Cities Supports the Parks and Water Bond (10)

SACRAMENTO, California, Jan. 16 -- The League of California Cities issued the following news release: The League of California Cities(R) Board of Directors in December voted to support the California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal, and Outdoor Access Act of 2018 that is slated for the June 2018 statewide ballot. If voters approve the Parks and Water Bond, cities will be eligible for at least $1.69 billion for park improvements, water infrastructure and projects, and climate programs. T more PR

Learn, Innovate, Improve: Enhancing Programs and Improving Lives (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families' Office of Planning, Research and Evaluation issued the following report on learn, innovate, improve program: Introduction The Learn, Innovate, Improve (LI2) process is a systematic, evidence-informed approach to program improvement. LI2 involves a series of analytic and replicable activities, supported by collaboration between practitioners and applied researchers, to help human s more PR

Learning Communities Bolster Student Success (10)

DENVER, Colorado, Jan. 19 -- The University of Colorado issued the following news release: The School of Education & Human Development (SEHD) has started two new learning communities for undergraduate students: the Curious Teacher Learning Community, focused on changing lives through teaching in culturally and linguistically diverse settings, and the bilingual Familias y Justicia, or Families and Justice Learning Community, focused on effectively serving culturally and linguistically diverse in more PR

Lebanon: Speech Restrictions, Stalled Reforms (10)

BEIRUT, Lebanon, Jan. 18 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news release: Restrictions on freedom of expression have tightened in Lebanon in the past year amid stalled rights reforms, despite some legislative progress on torture and women's rights, Human Rights Watch said today in releasing its World Report 2018. Lebanese authorities prosecuted people for peaceful speech, and in June, soldiers beat protesters demonstrating in downtown Beirut against a third extension of parliament's ter more PR

Lee County Educator Named Finalist for FLDOE Principal of the Year (10)

FORT MYERS, Florida, Jan. 16 -- The Lee County School District issued the following news: Ken Savage, Principal at James Stephens International Academy, has been named one of three finalists for Florida's 2018 Principal of the Year by Florida Commissioner of Education, Pam Stewart. Mr. Savage was appointed as a turnaround principal for James Stephens International Academy in 2016 and in one year helped his school improve from an F to a B (based on 2016-17 school grades). He is commended for be more PR

Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Considine (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Jan. 19 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following legislative update by Minnesota State Rep. John (Jack) Considine Jr.: I hope you all enjoyed the holiday season, and it was full of good times with family and friends. As we're now into 2018, I hope this year will lead to your wishes and goals being realized. Here is an update from the State Capitol. Martin Luther King Celebration On Monday, I attended Mankato's annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luth more PR

Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Moran (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Jan. 18 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following legislative update by Minnesota State Rep. Rena Moran: I want to wish you all a very Happy New Year! I hope the new year started well for you and your loved ones. I also hope you found a way to give back on Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day this past Monday. I spent MLK Day reflecting and thinking about the struggles of black people in America. Not just of yesterday but of today also. I am more PR

Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Quade (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Jan. 16 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following legislative update by Minnesota State Rep. Erin Maye Quade: I'd like to wish everyone a Happy New Year, and I hope all of you had a wonderful holiday season full of quality time with your friends and family. I also hope you're all successfully braving the cold weather which has accompanied the arrival of 2018. Here is an update from the State Capitol. Coffee and Conversations With 2018 now more PR

Legislators to Direct Commissioners of Land Office to Fund Teacher Pay Raise (10)

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Jan. 18 -- The Oklahoma State House of Representatives issued the following news: State Reps. Tom Gann, Rick West and Kevin Calvey have co-authored House Bill 8384, legislation that would require the Commissioners of the Land Office (CLO) to raise Oklahoma teacher salaries by $5,000 starting next school year using part of the almost $2.4 billion currently in the CLO fund. "The money that is currently in the CLO fund is adequate to fund a teacher pay raise on top of wha more PR

Legislature Approves Millions for Construction Projects in Clark County (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, Jan. 19 -- Washington House Democrats issued the following news release: Last night, just minutes after receiving the bill unanimously passed by the Senate, the House of Representatives passed the $4.18 billion-investment capital budget on a 95-1 vote and immediately sent it to the governor. SB 6090 includes a record $1 billion to build new public schools, a key provision to help school districts reduce K-3 class sizes, as well as $800 million in projects at colleges and u more PR

Levitt Social Innovation Fellows Look to Incite Change (10)

CLINTON, New York, Jan. 15 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: With a passion for thinking creatively and a desire to incite change, 16 students attended the Social Innovations Fellows program hosted by the Levitt Center from Jan. 8 - 12, gaining guidance on their own social innovation projects. The program was led by Anke Wessels, executive director of the Center of Transformative Action at Cornell University. Unlike in traditional lecture courses, innovators participated in dynami more PR

Liberty Counsel Challenges CA Forced Abortion Speech Law (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Liberty Counsel issued the following news release: Liberty Counsel filed an amicus brief today in National Institute of Family and Life Advocates (NIFLA) v. Becerra, one of four cases brought before the Supreme Court by crisis pregnancy centers challenging the law as a violation of the First Amendment guarantees of free speech and free exercise of religion. The Supreme Court has agreed to review the California Reproductive FACT Act, which compels pro-life crisis pregnan more PR

Library of Michigan Announces 2018 Michigan Notable Book Awards (10)

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 16 -- Brian Whiston, superintendent of the Michigan Department of Education, issued the following news release: Food, water, and music are strong elements in the list of Michigan Notable Books for 2018, released by the Library of Michigan. The celebrated books encompass the entire Great Lakes basin from the far reaches of the Upper Peninsula to the pre-British history of Detroit, and even include a political history covering the second half of the 20th Century. "This more PR

Lien Applauds Gov. Dayton for Announcing a Robust Public Works Proposal (10)

MOORHEAD, Minnesota, Jan. 16 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following news release: Today, Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton unveiled his proposed package of public works bonding investments ahead of the 2018 legislative session. The recommendations, totaling $1.5 billion, would make significant investments in higher education facilities, clean water infrastructure, affordable housing and other public infrastructure across the state. If fully enacted, the proposal is more PR

Lincoln Area Business and Household Workforce Surveys Underway (10)

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Jan. 16 -- The Nebraska Department of Economic Development issued the following news: The Nebraska Departments of Economic Development and Labor urge employers and individuals in the Lincoln, Beatrice, and York areas to participate in the Hiring and Training Needs and Labor Availability Surveys. The goal of the Lincoln Metro Survey of Hiring and Training Needs and Lincoln Metro Labor Availability Survey is to identify education, training, or skill gaps that may need to be add more PR

Lincoln Electric Expands Education Offerings With LEEPS Program (10)

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Jan. 17 -- Lincoln Electric, a company that specializes in the design, development and manufacture of arc welding solutions and robotic welding and cutting systems, issued the following news release: Lincoln Electric(R) announces its newest education initiative - the Lincoln Electric Education Partner Schools (LEEPS) program. This multi-tiered program supports welding instructors at every level - from junior high school to technical college and beyond. At each level, participat more PR

LSSC Continuing Education Announces February 2018 Course Schedule (10)

LEESBURG, Florida, Jan. 16 -- Lake-Sumter State College issued the following news release: Lake-Sumter State College's Continuing Education will offer the following courses beginning in February. Continuing Education courses are non-credit courses offered to support or enhance business, industry, government, and general recreation in the communities of Lake and Sumter Counties. To register for a course, visit LSSC.edu/CE or contact Continuing Education at 352-435-5038 or ConEd@LSSC.edu. Cours more PR

LTC Offers Credit for Prior Learning for Military Veterans (10)

CLEVELAND, Wisconsin, Jan. 17 -- Lakeshore Technical College issued the following news release: Lakeshore Technical College now offers credit for prior learning for military veterans. Student veterans may be able to obtain credit for prior learning in two ways. LTC may grant credit for military service training based upon the recommendations provided by the American Council of Education (ACE). ACE evaluates all military courses and occupations, and recommends the amounts and categories of cred more PR

MacKay Innovation Scholarship Makes TU More Affordable for STEM Students (10)

TULSA, Oklahoma, Jan. 15 -- The University of Tulsa issued the following news release: The University of Tulsa has received a generous contribution from TU Trustee Andy MacKay and his wife, Helen, to create new academic opportunities for students pursuing science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The Andrew D. and Helen G. MacKay TU Scholarship for Innovation will provide annual awards for at least 20 incoming freshmen beginning in fall 2018. Funding amounts will range from $10, more PR

Madam Walker Theatre Center and IU Begin Partnership to Continue Rich Legacy of Madam C.J. Walker (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Jan. 18 -- Indiana University-Purdue University issued the following news release: In a move that will refurbish and modernize one of Indianapolis' most beloved landmarks, the Madam Walker Theatre Center and Indiana University have announced the formulation of a first-ever partnership. The collaboration continues the rich legacy and tradition of the renowned entrepreneur, civil rights activist and philanthropist Madam C.J. Walker and commits to a complete renovation of t more PR

Madison East Teacher Named Global Educator of the Year (10)

MADISON, Wisconsin, Jan. 19 -- The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction issued the following news release: Claudine Clark, a world language teacher at Madison East High School, has found innovative ways to bring the world into her classroom, earning her the third annual Global Educator of the Year Award. Nomination letters cited the thousands of dollars in scholarship support Clark has secured so her students can see the world. She is noted for bringing international teachers to her schoo more PR

Maine High School Students Invited to Learn About a Future in Education (10)

WATERVILLE, Maine, Jan. 18 -- Thomas College issued the following news release: Open to Maine high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors, the Future Teachers Academy is for students interested in exploring the field of education as a career. Students will be able to participate in a daylong, hands-on and experimental teaching environment within STEAM-based curriculum taught by Thomas College education faculty, who have expertise in these areas. The free event will take place on February 2 on more PR

Mammogram Rates Increase After ACA Eliminates Co-payments (10)

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Jan. 17 -- Brown University issued the following news release: After the Affordable Care Act (ACA) eliminated cost sharing for screening mammograms, their rate of use rose six percentage points among older woman for whom such screenings were recommended, a new study in the New England Journal of Medicine finds. "Out-of-pocket costs can be a potent barrier to receiving recommended preventive care," said Dr. Amal N. Trivedi, lead author. "The study showed that making ma more PR

Martin Luther King Day Presentations on Campus Cancelled for Today and Tomorrow (10)

BISMARCK, North Dakota, Jan. 15 -- The University of Mary issued the following news release: Our featured speaker for Martin Luther King Day today, Albert Raboteau, PhD, has become ill with Bronchitis and will not be able to present for the scheduled Grounds for Belief lecture series Tuesday evening. However, esteemed scholar and University of Mary Director of the Saint John Paul II Center for University Ministry, Peter Huff, PhD, will stand-in for Raboteau this evening at 7 p.m. inside Trinity more PR

Martin Luther King, Jr. Discusses Family Planning and Population (10)

SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vermont, Jan. 15 -- The Population Media Center issued the following news release: Martin Luther King Jr's birthday, January 15th, is a holiday in the United States. He was an incredible leader, speaking and organizing across the country and giving many famous speeches including the infamous "I have a dream" speech. He was a leader of the civil rights movement. He helped organize bus boycotts and marches to fight systemic racism; he opposed the Vietnam war and spoke about nonv more PR

Maryland Receives Federal Approval of New School Improvement Plan (10)

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Jan. 17 -- The Maryland State Department of Education issued the following news release: The U.S. Department of Education has approved Maryland's plan for the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), the federal law requiring state action on school improvement. The U.S. Department of Education's announcement can be found here: https://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/secretary-devos-approves-marylands-essa-state-plan Maryland's complete ESSA plan will be available here: http://ma more PR

Maryland State Education Association Issues Statement on School Program Cuts (10)

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Jan. 17 -- The Maryland State Education Association issued the following statement: * * * Today, Gov. Hogan released his Fiscal Year 2019 budget. His proposed Budget Reconciliation and Financing Act (BRFA) continues a record of cutting important public education programs, while expanding the failed BOOST program to subsidize private schools. Maryland State Education Association President Betty Weller released the following statement: "Another year, another Gov. Hogan bu more PR

Mass Incarceration of People of Color, Cannabis Law, Impacts of New Federal Tax Law, Legal Issues Relating to Severe Storm Damage, Much More on State Bar's Annual Meeting Agenda (10)

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 18 -- New York State Bar Association issued the following news release: The New York State Bar Association's (NYSBA) 141st Annual Meeting in New York City January 22 through 26 will include programs on mass incarceration of people of color, cannabis law, professional and business development for women attorneys, the impact of electronic communications on attorney-client relationships, new federal tax law, effects of federal policy on public education, legal issues relatin more PR

Massachusetts Medical Society Issues Statement on Opioid Legislation (10)

WALTHAM, Massachusetts, Jan. 16 -- The Massachusetts Medical Society issued the following statement: * * * Good Afternoon, I am Dr. Hank Dorkin, the president of the Massachusetts Medical Society and a physician at Children's Hospital. The Medical Society applauds Governor Baker, his administration, and all of you here today, on continued leadership on this issue, and on this important piece of legislation. The Medical Society strongly supports several important provisions. Providing evidenc more PR

Master Plan Approved to Guide UW Bothell / Cascadia College Campus Development (10)

BOTHELL, Washington, Jan. 18 -- The University of Washington's Bothell campus issued the following news release: The University of Washington Bothell and Cascadia College now have a new campus master plan to help guide development of the campus for the next 20 years. The Cascadia College Board of Trustees approved the plan Jan. 17, following the approval by the UW Board of Regents Jan. 11. The Bothell City Council approved the plan Nov. 14, 2017. The plan is the result of more than a year of more PR

Mathies NCOA: Developing Enlisted Leaders (10)

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Mississippi, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Air Force (81st Training Wing) issued the following news: By Tech. Sgt. Ryan Crane Public Affairs More than 750 NCOs walk through the double doors of the Mathies NCO Academy on Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, every year. After six weeks, they walk out ready to make their Air Force a better, more capable organization. The mission of the MNCOA is to educate NCOs to manage and lead innovative Airmen. This is a charge that Chief Mast more PR

Mathies NCOA: Developing Enlisted Leaders (10)

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Mississippi, Jan. 19 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news: By Tech. Sgt. Ryan Crane Public Affairs More than 750 NCOs walk through the double doors of the Mathies NCO Academy on Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, every year. After six weeks, they walk out ready to make their Air Force a better, more capable organization. The mission of the MNCOA is to educate NCOs to manage and lead innovative Airmen. This is a charge that Chief Master Sgt. Rodney Deese, more PR

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research Assigned Patent for Penile Surgery Systems (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 19 -- Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, Rochester, Minnesota, has been assigned a patent (9,867,705) developed by Matthew T. Gettman, Rochester, Minnesota, for "penile surgery systems and methods." The abstract states: "This document provides methods and systems for penile surgery. For example, methods and systems for implanting penile prostheses to treat ED are provided. The methods and systems provided herein can include scaffolding for penile stabilizat more PT

Mayor Emanuel, CCC and CPS Announce New Initiative to Help 1,000 Students Create Postsecondary Plans (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 18 -- City Colleges of Chicago issued the following news: City Colleges of Chicago will Provide Seven Postsecondary Navigators to Help 1,000 Students Create Postsecondary Plans to Support the Learn.Plan.Succeed. Graduation Initiative Mayor Emanuel, City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) and Chicago Public Schools (CPS) today announced a collaborative effort to support Learn. Plan. Succeed. (LPS), a first in the nation initiative to ensure all CPS students graduate with a post h more PR

Mayor Emanuel, CCC and CPS Announce New Initiative to Help 1,000 Students Create Postsecondary Plans (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 18 -- Chicago Public Schools issued the following news release: Mayor Emanuel, City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) and Chicago Public Schools (CPS) today announced a collaborative effort to support Learn. Plan. Succeed. (LPS), a first in the nation initiative to ensure all CPS students graduate with a post high school plan by 2020. As part of LPS, City Colleges is committing to help 1,000 CPS students create a postsecondary plan beginning in spring 2018 by investing in seven more PR

Mayor Jenny A. Durkan's Statement in Recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day (10)

SEATTLE, Washington, Jan. 15 -- Seattle Mayor Jenny A. Durkan issued the following statement in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day: "The message and vision of Dr. King continues to ring loudly, but it does not ring true in enough lives. "When we look at Washington and the turmoil brought by our current president, it couldn't be more clear we are still in the struggle for equality. The President takes pride in his racist words and actions against African Americans, Muslims, immigrants, a more PR

McGovern-Dole Program Funding Opportunity (10)

LILONGWE, Malawi, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Embassy in Malawi issued the following news release: The U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) has released a notice of funding opportunity under the McGovern-Dole program. FAS expects to make multiple three to five year awards, totaling up to $190 million, SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING. FAS will accept applications for the following priority countries: Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Egypt, Ethiopia, Guatemala, Malawi, Senega more PR

McKendree University Congratulates 2018 MLK Awardees (10)

LEBANON, Illinois, Jan. 18 -- McKendree University issued the following news release: A special education major, an assistant dean and the director of a local youth organization received McKendree University's 2018 Martin Luther King, Jr., Humanitarian Awards at a celebration held on Jan. 18. The annual awards celebrate the spirit and legacy of the Reverend Dr. King. This year's recipients have demonstrated care and compassion, understanding and tolerance, humanitarian principles and ideals, an more PR

Member Roundtable and Reception (10)

MECHANICSBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 18 -- Pennsylvania School Board Association issued the following news release: Join your PSBA Member Roundtable and Reception to hear the public education advocacy and political updates affecting your school district. Take this opportunity to network, learn and develop your leadership skills. Enjoy light hors d'oeuvres and networking with fellow school directors in your area, then provide your input on the future vision for public education in PA. Roundtable D more PR

Mental Health Awareness Initiative Launched at VIU Cowichan (10)

NANAIMO, British Columbia, Jan. 17 -- Vancouver Island University issued the following news: An educational experience at Vancouver Island University (VIU) changed Adaline Russell's outlook on life. In 2008, Russell was severely depressed when she joined a handful of other students at the first Clemente Course offered at VIU - a rigorous, university-level course that offers a doorway into secondary education to people who struggle with challenges such as mental health issues, poverty and disab more PR

MetroPlus Gold Health Plan Membership Grows More Than 40 Percent (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 18 -- The New York City Health and Hospitals issued the following news release: MetroPlus Health Plan announced today that membership in its health plan for New York City government and other public employees - MetroPlus Gold - grew by more than 40 percent between January 2017 and January 2018, to 11,320. Overall, membership has more than doubled since January 2016. Previously available only to employees of NYC Health + Hospitals, MetroPlus Gold was first offered as an option to more PR

Michigan Transformation Zone Expands (10)

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 16 -- Brian Whiston, superintendent of the Michigan Department of Education, issued the following news release: The state's Transformation Zone has added several partners, expanding its reach as it strives to improve instruction and encourage innovation in public schools, the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) announced today. Lenawee and Saginaw Intermediate School Districts (ISD), partners with the MDE in its Transformation Zone initiative, together added six dist more PR

Michigan's December Jobless Rate Up Slightly Annual Rate Falls for Eighth Consecutive Year (10)

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 18 -- The Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget issued the following news release: Michigan's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in December edged upward over the month by one-tenth of a percentage point to 4.7 percent, according to data released today by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget (DTMB). Total employment moved upward over the month by 5,000 while the number of unemployed also increased, advancing by 7,000. This push more PR

Millions in Construction Budget for Projects in the 11th Legislative District (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, Jan. 18 -- Washington House Democrats issued the following news release: Thursday evening, the House of Representatives passed a $4.18 billion-investment capital budget on a 95-1 vote. SB 6090 includes a record $1 billion to build new public schools, a key provision to help school districts reduce K-3 class sizes, as well as $800 million in projects at colleges and universities across the state. In all, the budget will generate an estimated 75,000 jobs in construction, en more PR

Millions in Construction Budget for Projects in the 21st Legislative District (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, Jan. 18 -- Washington House Democrats issued the following news release: Earlier this evening, the House of Representatives passed the $4.18 billion-investment capital budget on a 95-1 vote. SB 6090 includes a record $1 billion to build new public schools, necessary to comply with the Supreme Court's McCleary decision to fully fund education, as well as $800 million in projects at colleges and universities across the state. In all, the budget will generate an estimated 75 more PR

Millions in Construction Projects to Benefit the 48th LD After Capital Budget Passage (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, Jan. 18 -- Washington House Democrats issued the following news release: Last year, the Legislature adjourned without a capital budget for the first time in history, which resulted in stalled projects and thousands of jobs lost. Today the House passed the much delayed capital budget with a 95-1 vote. "This budget will put people to work in our district and around the state on much needed projects," said Rep. Joan McBride (D-Kirkland). "I'm thankful that we have been able more PR

Minnesota Gains 8,900 Jobs in December (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Jan. 19 -- The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development issued the following news release: Minnesota employers added 8,900 jobs in December, with 8,700 of them coming from the private sector, according to seasonally adjusted figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). The state gained 44,200 jobs during the calendar year, a growth rate of 1.5 percent. The U.S. rate of job growth last year also was 1.5 more PR

Minnesota Responds to Governor Dayton's 2018 Public Works Bill (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Jan. 17 -- Gov. Mark Dayton, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: Governor Mark Dayton today released his 2018 public works bill that would make urgently-needed investments to build world-class colleges and universities for Minnesotans, and improve and repair state buildings and other critical infrastructure across the state. Here is what Minnesotans had to say about the public works bill after the announcement. "Since 2011, we have made many important investmen more PR

Minnesota Senate Republicans Issues Statement on Amazon Headquarters (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Jan. 18 -- Minnesota Senate Republicans issued the following statement: * * * Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka (R-Nisswa) released the following statement: "When companies like Amazon look to expand, they often conclude that Minnesota's taxes and regulations will make it difficult for them to compete in the marketplace. While our state has a lot to offer, we unfortunately also have some of the highest taxes and regulations on businesses. Our corporate taxes, income tax more PR

Minnesota Senate Republicans Issues Statement on Appleton Prison Assessment (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Jan. 17 -- Minnesota Senate Republicans issued the following statement by Minnesota State Sen. Andrew Lang, R-Olivia, on the assessment of the Appleton prison: An assessment of the Prairie Correctional Facility - a 1,600-bed prison located in Appleton that has sat empty since 2010 - was completed and submitted to the legislature this week. The assessment of the facility, which was authorized through legislation carried by Senator Andrew Lang (R-Olivia) last year, comes at a more PR

Missouri Wins Approval for State Education Plan (10)

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Jan. 17 -- The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education issued the following news release: The U.S. Department of Education has approved Missouri's state plan for public education under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Missouri's plan is a commitment to ensure that all students have equitable access to high-quality education to help prepare them for success in school and in life. Implementation of the major portion of the plan will begin in fall more PR

Mizzou Alumni Association Announces 2017 Henry S. Geyer Award Recipients (10)

COLUMBIA, Missouri, Jan. 17 -- The University of Missouri issued the following news release: The Mizzou Alumni Association has announced the recipients of the 2017 Henry S. Geyer Awards. Award recipients are state Rep. Nate Walker for his continued efforts to support higher education public policy and Adjunct Professor Gary Smith for his tireless efforts as an advocate for higher education public policy. The awards were presented at a reception in Jefferson City on Jan. 16. The alumni associat more PR

Momentum Maintained on Affordable Childcare Childcare Support Bill on Dail Order Paper for Spring Legislative Programme (10)

DUBLIN, Ireland, Jan. 16 -- The Ireland Department of Children and Youth Affairs issued the following news release: Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Dr Katherine Zappone today (Tuesday, 16th January) welcomed the publication of the Government's Spring Legislative Programme 2018. In particular, she noted that the Childcare Support Bill 2017 is listed on the Dail Order Paper and emphasised her commitment to maintaining momentum on this vital legislation. The Childcare Support Bill 2017 more PR

Montgomery College Student Ricardo Campos Chosen as a 2018 DREAM Scholar (10)

ROCKVILLE, Maryland, Jan. 19 -- Montgomery College issued the following news release: Ricardo Campos was just 12 when he landed in Los Angeles from his native El Salvador. He and his family fled aggressive unions threatening to kill his father, and for the first time in a while he felt secure knowing that nobody would break into his house in the middle of the night. Today, as a 26-year-old Montgomery College student, Campos has been selected as a 2018 DREAM Scholar. Achieving the Dream's DREAM more PR

More Annual Grant Applications Due January 22 (10)

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Jan. 17 -- The Tennessee Arts Commission issued the following news: Despite the snow, ice and freezing temperatures, organizations across the state were able to meet yesterday's application deadline for Operating Support. Program directors were busy through close-of-business on Tuesday assisting applicants in spite of the inclement weather. Next week, Creative Placemaking, all Arts Education, Arts Access and Project Support grant applications are due by Monday, January 22 more PR

More Than $240,000 Awarded to Local Communities for Boating Safety Education (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 16 -- The Ohio Department of Natural Resources issued the following news: More than $240,000 from Ohio's Waterways Safety Fund is being provided to support 10 community boating safety education programs this year, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). Individual grant awards provided through the ODNR Division of Parks and Watercraft's Boating Safety Education Grant program range from $8,875.23 to $30,000. The grants are funded by Ohio's recreational more PR

More Than 150 Democrats Ask Trump to Invest in Public School Infrastructure (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Rep. Bobby Scott, D-Virginia, ranking Democratic member of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, issued the following news release: Ranking Member Bobby Scott (VA-03) and 153 House Democrats sent a letter (http://democrats-edworkforce.house.gov/imo/media/doc/2018-01-17%20Administration%20Infrastructure%20Letter.pdf) to President Donald Trump urging the administration to invest in the critical infrastructure that affects every city and town in the nation - our p more PR

More Than 150 Democrats Ask Trump to Invest in Public School Infrastructure (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Rep. Robert 'Bobby' Scott, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: Ranking Member Bobby Scott (VA-03) and 153 House Democrats sent a letter to President Donald Trump urging the administration to invest in the critical infrastructure that affects every city and town in the nation - our public schools. Too many of the more than 50 million students and six million staff who learn and work in our public schools spend their days in facilities that fail to make the grade more PR

More Than 800 Give Back at 14th MLK Day of Service (10)

POMONA, New Jersey, Jan. 15 -- Richard Stockton College issued the following news: More than 800 Stockton students, alumni and community volunteers spent the Martin Luther King, J. holiday Monday giving back to their communities at more than 40 public service projects at multiple sites including Tuckerton Seaport, Hammonton and the Atlantic City beach. "At Stockton, this is a day on, not a day off," said Dean of Students Pedro Santana in welcoming the volunteers. The 14th annual event, coordi more PR

MOST 529 Savings Program Expanded to Include Tuition for Public, Private and Religious K-12 Schools (10)

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Jan. 17 -- Missouri State Treasurer Eric Schmitt issued the following news release: The board governing Missouri's MOST 529 plan recently passed a resolution acknowledging and welcoming the expansion of the program to include tuition for public, private and religious K-12 schools. "The expansion of the MOST 529 program to include K-12 tuition is one of the most important improvements to Missouri education policy in the past decade," said State Treasurer Eric Schmitt, more PR

Mothers, Young Struggle as Arctic Warms (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 18 -- The Wildlife Conservation Society issued the following news release: A new study from WCS (Wildlife Conservation Society) and partners reveals for the first time the ways in which wild weather swings and extreme icing events are negatively impacting the largest land mammal of the Earth's polar realms--the muskoxen. The paper demonstrates that while this denizen of the Arctic and other cold-adapted species have spectacular adaptations, the previously unknown effects of rain- more PR

Mount St. Helens Climbing Permits on Sale Thursday, February 1st (10)

AMBOY, Washington, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's U.S. Forest Service unit - Gifford Pinchot National Forest - issued the following news release: Mount St. Helens 2018 climbing permits go on sale Thursday, February 1st at 9:00 a.m. PST. Permits are required to travel above 4,800-foot elevation on the volcano year round. From April 1 to October 31, climbing permits are $22 per climber and can be purchased online through the Mount St. Helens Institute website - www.mshinstitute.o more PR

MSDE Announcement: Maryland High School Graduation Task Force to Meet on January 19 (10)

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Jan. 16 -- The Maryland State Department of Education issued the following news release: The Maryland High School Graduation Task Force will hold its first meeting on Friday, January 19 at the Maryland Department of Transportation, 7201 Corporate Center Drive, Hanover. The meeting will begin at 9 a.m. The Task Force, commissioned by Dr. Karen Salmon, State Superintendent of Schools, is co-chaired by Dr. Carol Williamson, Deputy State Superintendent for Teaching and Learnin more PR

MSU Doctoral Student in Biochemistry Recognized As Future Leader of Higher Education (10)

BOZEMAN, Montana, Jan. 18 -- Montana State University issued the following news: Montana State University doctoral student Arianna Celis Luna, who researches pathogenic bacteria and is active in teaching science to young students, has received the K. Patricia Cross Future Leaders Award from the Association of American Colleges and Universities recognizing her as a future leader of higher education. The award recognizes graduate students who show exemplary promise as future leaders of higher ed more PR

MSU Offers Online Educational Module on the Montana Climate Assessment (10)

BOZEMAN, Montana, Jan. 17 -- Montana State University issued the following news: Montana State University Academic Technology and Outreach and the Montana Institute on Ecosystems have developed a free online educational module that helps citizens learn about key information from the Montana Climate Assessment. The Montana Climate Assessment is a scientific document that describes past and future climate trends that affect different sectors of the state's economy. The interactive experience allo more PR

MU Online Curriculum Helps Children With Autism Develop Better Social Skills (10)

COLUMBIA, Missouri, Jan. 18 -- The University of Missouri issued the following news release: One in 68 children in the United States has some form of Autism Spectrum Disorder, which impairs a child's ability to communicate and interact with peers. Because of the social challenges these children face, many efforts are being made to find new ways to help children with autism develop their social skills. iSocial, a classroom curriculum designed by University of Missouri researchers to help childre more PR

MVCC Event Encourages Girls to Explore Fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (10)

UTICA, New York, Jan. 16 -- Mohawk Valley Community College issued the following news release: The WISE (Women in Science and Engineering) group at Mohawk Valley Community College will host a Girls in STEM Expo from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 3, in the Alumni College Center at the College's Utica Campus. Admission is free, but registration is required by Feb. 16. To register, visit https://tinyurl.com/mvccstem. This innovative event, co-sponsored by WISE, the MVCC Foundation, MVCC's Center more PR

NAACP and Africa-America Institute Announce Alliance (10)

PASADENA, California, Jan. 15 -- The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People issued the following news release: On Monday, January 15, 2018, the holiday marking the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the NAACP and the Africa-America Institute announced a ground breaking partnership during the 49th NAACP Image Awards. The NAACP will work with the AAI on the development and distribution of a curriculum designed to highlight the accomplishments, achievements and history o more PR

NACHC Issues Statement on House Introduced Continuing Resolution (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The National Association of Community Health Centers issued the following statement on the House introduced Continuing Resolution: Despite widespread bipartisan agreement on the need to pass long-term funding for Community Health Centers, we are extremely disappointed that this funding was not included in the Continuing Resolution introduced in the House on Tuesday night. We appreciate efforts to continue funding the federal government and the inclusion of funding for the more PR

Nashville Ballet Premieres Groundbreaking 'Light/Holocaust & Humanity Project' (10)

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Jan. 17 -- The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development issued the following news: Nashville Ballet will premiere Light/The Holocaust & Humanity Project, , an internationally acclaimed contemporary ballet that journeys through one of history's darkest hours to ultimately shine a spotlight on the triumph of the human spirit Feb. 9-11 at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center's Polk Theater. "Light/The Holocaust & Humanity Project" unfolds as Naomi Warren, a real-life Holo more PR

National Louis University and Laureate Education, Inc. Announce Transfer Agreement of Kendall College's Programs and Other Assets (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 16 -- Kendall College issued the following news release: National Louis University (NLU), Laureate Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: LAUR) and Kendall College, LLC announced today they have entered into an agreement whereby Kendall College's current programs and other assets will transfer to NLU. The boards of NLU and Kendall approved this arrangement, with the additional agreement of Kendall's parent company, Laureate Education, Inc. This transfer of programs is contingent on re more PR

National PTA and U.S. Department of Education to Honor Student Artists From Across the Country (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 15 -- The National Parent Teacher Association issued the following news release: WHAT National PTA and the U.S. Department of Education will host a ceremony Tuesday, Jan. 16 to recognize students from across the country for their talents and creativity in the arts. The event will feature remarks from National PTA President Jim Accomando and performances by students in dance choreography, film production, literature and music composition. It will also include a ribbon more PR

Natural Resources Committee Approves Del. Bordallo Compact Impact Amendments for Community Service (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Del. Madeleine Z. Bordallo, D-Guam, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Madeleine Z. Bordallo today offered three amendments relating to Compact impact and national service programs during a mark-up hearing of the House Natural Resources Committee. Her amendments were adopted unanimously during the Committee's consideration of the 21st Century Conservation Service Corps Act of 2017 (H.R.2987), which would expand national service programs for volunteering in f more PR

Navy Civilian Selected as Federal Engineer of Year Award Agency Winner (10)

PORT HUENEME, California, Jan. 18 -- The Naval Sea Systems Command issued the following news: By Nichole Susanka Public Affairs Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division's (NSWC PHD) Lyle Warnagieris was selected as a National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) 2017 Federal Engineer of the Year Award (FEYA) agency winner. Warnagieris, one of three FEYA agency winners representing Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), will be honored Feb. 23 during an official awards ceremony at more PR

NCA Announces 2018 Future Leadership Program Class (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The National Confectioners Association issued the following news release: Five young professionals within the confectionery industry have been selected for NCA's 2018 Future Leadership Program. The full breadth of the category is on display in this year's class as the supply, manufacturing, distribution and retail sides of the industry are represented. "The Future Leadership Program is a very important strategic initiative that was designed to help build knowledge and le more PR

NCCER Announces 2018 Board of Trustees (10)

ALACHUA, Florida, Jan. 16 -- The National Center for Construction Education and Research issued the following news release: NCCER elected C. Rockwell Turner, president of LPR Construction in Loveland, Colorado, as its 2018 board of trustees' chairman. Turner will succeed Chip Reid, CEO of Current Builders in Pompano Beach, Florida, who remains a member of the executive committee. Andy Dupuy, President and CEO of Brown & Root, will serve as the 2018 vice chairman. Other members of the 2018 boar more PR

NEA Issues Statements on Death of Social Justice Leader Booth (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The National Education Association issued the following statements by President Lily Eskelsen Garcia and Executive Director John Stocks on the life and legacy of Paul Booth, labor organizer and social justice champion: "I am deeply saddened by the passing of my teacher, mentor and friend Paul Booth," said Stocks. "Paul was a tireless leader and organizer for social justice. He was a quiet giant who worked behind the scenes, who touched the lives of so many, who fought for more PR

NEA's Legislative Report Card: Most Polarized Congress in 13 Years (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The National Education Association issued the following news release: The National Education Association today released its Legislative Report Card for the 115th Congress, 1st Session, which assesses votes and other relevant legislative actions from January through December 2017. The NEA Legislative Report Card tracks individual members of Congress overall support for public education, students and educators, with each member receiving a letter grade of A through F. The v more PR

Nearly 75 Percent of Tennessee High School Seniors Participate in 2017 ACT Retake Day (10)

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Jan. 17 -- The Tennessee Department of Education issued the following news release: Education Commissioner Candice McQueen announced today that 74.7 percent of the state's high school class of 2018--nearly 52,000 students--participated in the department's second ACT Senior Retake Day in October 2017. This number is double the number of seniors who chose to participate in the first ACT Senior Retake Day the previous fall. Of those seniors who retook the ACT in October, abo more PR

Nelson Giving Back to Honor Parents, Support Future Dentists (10)

MARYVILLE, Missouri, Jan. 18 -- Northwest Missouri State University issued the following news release: Jim Nelson has, for decades now, contributed to the Fred C. and Grace E. Nelson Scholarship at Northwest Missouri State University to honor his parents' legacy and assist students with fulfilling their dreams of earning a college degree. Nelson, a 1968 graduate of Northwest, and his brothers set up the scholarship in 1989 to honor their parents, Fred, a 1925 graduate, and Grace, a 1926 gradua more PR

NEPC's January Education Interview of the Month Podcast Explores Schools of Opportunity (10)

BOULDER, Colorado, Jan. 16 -- The National Education Policy Center issued the following news release: In January's NEPC Education Interview of the Month, Greg Smith discusses the Schools of Opportunity project and the characteristics of "schools of opportunity" with Linda Molner Kelley and Adam York of the University of Colorado Boulder. Each year the project's Schools of Opportunity awards recognize high schools that are actively closing opportunity gaps for their students by implementing res more PR

Nets Organization Honoring GLSEN With the Second Annual Jason Collins Award (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 17 -- The Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network issued the following news release: Tonight, the Brooklyn Nets will honor GLSEN, the leading national education organization working to create safe and LGBTQ-inclusive K-12 schools, with the Jason Collins Award during the team's second-annual Pride Night. The annual award was first presented to Jason Collins at the Nets' inaugural Pride Night. Executive Director Eliza Byard will be in attendance to receive the award on behalf more PR

New ACCA and IMA Report: Global Economic Confidence Remained High at End of 2017 (10)

MONTVALE, New Jersey, Jan. 17 -- The Institute of Management Accountants issued the following news release: The latest Global Economic Conditions Survey (GECS) from ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and IMA(R) (Institute of Management Accountants) released today found that global economic confidence remained relatively high at the end of 2017 despite a slight dip from the previous quarter, with an improved economic outlook in the United States and South Asia off-setting more PR

New Ad Council Campaign Empowers Young Adults to 'Seize the Awkward' and Start the Conversation With Friends at Risk (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 17 -- The Advertising Council issued the following news release: In a groundbreaking effort to empower teens and young adults to reach out to friends with mental health issues who may be at risk for suicide, the Ad Council has joined The Jed Foundation (JED), the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and Droga5 to launch Seize the Awkward, a national public service campaign. Beginning today the campaign will be activated by an unprecedented group of media partners and more PR

New Collaboration With ASP Announced (10)

CRANFIELD, England, Jan. 18 -- Cranfield University issued the following news release: The Aviation and Aerospace industry continues to face significant skills shortages. With the number of aircraft in service set to double by 2030 and airport expansion plans, the requirement for skilled people to support the industry is pressing and immediate. In a bold new initiative, Cranfield University and Aviation Skills Partnership (ASP) have agreed to collaborate and explore ways to ensure that we can s more PR

New College of Florida Named to National 'Colleges That Pay You Back' Guidebook (10)

SARASOTA, Fla., Jan. 17 -- The New College of Florida, a component of the Florida state university system, issued the following news release: New College of Florida is one of the nation's 200 "Colleges That Pay You Back," according to the 2018 edition of a book released this week by The Princeton Review. "Colleges That Pay You Back" is an unranked assessment that reflects academic quality, cost to students and families, and salaries earned by graduates. New College scored well on all fronts, t more PR

New Dean of Students Shares Vision and Goals (10)

MERCED, California, Jan. 18 -- The University of California-Merced issued the following news: Jonathan Grady brings more than 14 years of experience as a researcher, educator and leader in academia to his new role as associate vice chancellor for Student Affairs and dean of students at UC Merced. Grady comes from University of Michigan, Flint, where he was assistant vice chancellor of student success and was responsible for the vision and direction of Educational Opportunity Initiatives, Couns more PR

New Degree Crosses Boundaries (10)

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Jan. 15 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news release: Biochemistry, cellular biology and molecular biology happen on a small scale, but bringing them together for a new Central Michigan University graduate degree program took some big-picture thinking. Specifically, it took months of collaboration by CMU's department of biology, department of chemistry and biochemistry and College of Medicine, said Xantha Karp, assistant professor of biology. Karp more PR

New Gift Will Help Foster Students Succeed (10)

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Jan. 18 -- Cleveland State University issued the following news release: A new gift from Thomas and Marsha G. Hopkins will advance Cleveland State University's nationally recognized efforts to promote higher education attainment and career readiness for individuals who have aged out of the foster care system. The $500,000 donation will create the Mathilde Jane Gutow Endowed Fund which will enhance academic support services and personal and professional development activities of more PR

New Hampshire Students Awarded $10,000 Scholarship and Head to Washington, D.C. (10)

CONCORD, New Hampshire, Jan. 16 -- The New Hampshire Department of Education issued the following news release: The United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) announced that high school students Ms. Meera Sreenivas Kurup and Mr. Cameron Maguire Magner will join Senator Jeanne Shaheen and Senator Margaret Wood Hassan in representing New Hampshire in the nation's capital during the 56th annual USSYP Washington Week, to be held March 3 -- 10, 2018. Meera Kurup of Nashua and Cameron Magner of Plais more PR

New Health Department Data Find Link Between Lack of Sleep and Mental Health Problems Among Children and Teenagers (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 17 -- The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene issued the following news release: The Health Department today released new data on lack of sleep among New York City school children and public high school students. On an average school night, 75 percent of high school students reported getting fewer than eight hours of sleep, and 11 percent of school children (ages 6 to 12 years) got inadequate sleep (less than nine hours). In this data brief, a link between less more PR

New Healthcare Collaboration Supports Diabetes Education (10)

CURTIN, Australia, Jan. 16 -- The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia issued the following news release: A new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been signed between the peak national body for pharmacists, the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) and the Australian Diabetes Educators Association (ADEA). The PSA-ADEA healthcare partnership has enabled the launch of a co-branded, co-endorsed Pharmacist Diabetes Educator career pathway to provide guidance to pharmacists pursuing a career more PR

New Initiatives at Husson University's Southern Maine Campus to Focus on Workforce Development in 2018 (10)

BANGOR, Maine, Jan. 16 -- Husson University issued the following news release: Husson University's Southern Maine campus in Westbrook announced today that it will be embarking on a series of new initiatives designed to help meet the educational needs of area businesses and individuals looking to further develop their careers. "Husson is ready to assist employees in moving their careers to the next level with flexible classroom hours that fit into the busiest of schedules, and online learning p more PR

New Instrument Lets Doctors View the Entire Eye With Unprecedented Level of Detail (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Optical Society issued the following news release: Researchers have developed the first instrument that can provide a detailed image of the entire eye. By incorporating a lens that changes optical parameters in response to an electric current, the innovative technology can produce higher quality images than currently available and could make eye examinations faster and more comfortable for patients by avoiding the need to undergo imaging with multiple instruments to l more PR

New Interdisciplinary K-8 STEM Service From Discovery Education Empowers Educators to Strengthen Students' Critical Thinking Skills and Inspire Life-Long Learning (10)

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Jan. 16 -- Discovery Education, a division of Discovery Communications, issued the following news release: Discovery Education, the leading provider of digital content and professional development for K-12 classrooms, today debuted the newest addition to its family of award-winning digital services. STEM Connect is a web-based supplemental K-8 resource that empowers educators to create engaging STEM lessons that strengthen students' critical thinking skills and inspires more PR

New Measures to Boost Key Competences and Digital Skills, as Well as the European Dimension of Education (10)

BRUSSELS, Belgium, Jan. 17 -- The European Commission issued the following news release: To follow up on the Gothenburg Summit, the European Commission has today adopted new initiatives to improve key competences and digital skills of European citizens, to promote common values and pupils' awareness of the functioning of the European Union. The new proposals come only two months after European Heads of State and Government discussed education, training and culture at the Gothenburg Summit in N more PR

New Nationwide Survey on Gout Finds Patients With Gout and Chronic Kidney Disease are Sub-Optimally Treated (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 17 -- The National Kidney Foundation issued the following news release: A new online survey was conducted by National Kidney Foundation (NKF) to determine what patients and health care professionals (HCP) know, or think they know, about gout; how professionals approach gout co-occurring with chronic kidney disease (CKD); and what barriers exist to diagnosing and treating gout once a patient is diagnosed with CKD. In the United States alone, gout affects over 8 million adults and more PR

New NSTA Book Helps High School Physics Teachers Instill Engineering Concepts Without Re-engineering Their Courses (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 16 -- The National Science Teachers Association issued the following news release: Even teachers with already-packed curriculums can weave in new learning opportunities with Beyond the Egg Drop: Infusing Engineering Into High School Physics. This practical new NSTA Press(R) book answers the call in the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)to provide all students with at least some exposure to STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math). Beyond the Egg Drop of more PR

New pound sterling1million Research Programme on Inequality (10)

LONDON, England, Jan. 16 -- The University of London - London School of Economics and Political Science issued the following news release: A major new pound sterling1million research programme will analyse the progress of social policy in addressing social inequalities. Social policies and distributional outcomes in a changing Britain (SPDO) will be undertaken by a team of inequalities and social policy experts at LSE's Centre for Analysis of Social Exclusion (CASE), in partnership with Univer more PR

New Receiver Appointed for Southbridge Public Schools (10)

SOUTHBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Jan. 19 -- The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education issued the following news release: Elementary and Secondary Education Acting Commissioner Jeff Wulfson announced today that he has appointed Jeffrey Villar, executive director of the Connecticut Council for Education Reform and a former superintendent in Connecticut, to be the receiver for the Southbridge Public Schools. Dr. Villar has been an educator since he graduated from college and h more PR

New Year: Same Unwavering Commitment to a Better Future for People With Disabilities (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The National Disability Institute, a 501(c)3 non-profit that leads a national movement to disable poverty and build important new relationships between the financial and disability communities, issued the following news release: As Martin Luther King, Jr. stated, "Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable. Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals." Nat more PR

New, Forward-Looking Report Outlines Research Path to Sustainable Cities (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The National Science Foundation issued the following news release: Find related stories on NSF's Environmental Research and Education (ERE) programs at this link (https://www.nsf.gov/news/newsmedia/ENV-discoveries/ERE-discovery-series.jsp). In 1950, fewer than one-third of the world's people lived in cities. Today more than half do. By 2050, urban areas will be home to some two-thirds of Earth's human population. "This scale and pace of urbanization has never been seen more PR

NHVR to Fast-Track Safety Management System Tools (10)

QUEENSLAND, Australia, Jan. 17 -- The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator issued the following news release: The NHVR will fast-track safety tools and an education campaign to assist heavy vehicle operators implement Safety Management Systems. NHVR CEO Sal Petroccitto said the push to provide operators with practical tools and guidance to implement safety management systems was in response to a spate of serious heavy vehicle crashes in recent days. The NHVR is urging heavy vehicle drivers to tak more PR

NIC Opens More Accessible Thunderbird Campus With a Community Celebration (10)

VANCOUVER ISLAND, British Columbia, Jan. 19 -- North Island College issued the following news release: NIC celebrated the opening of its new $1.4 million campus at on Thursday, January 18 with an open house that brought together students, faculty and community partners from across the North Island. "Throughout my time at NIC, I've heard from many community members how important advanced education and training is to the local community," said NIC President John Bowman. "It is critical to the he more PR

Nieman Foundation Announces the 2018 Knight Visiting Nieman Fellows (10)

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Jan. 18 -- The Nieman Foundation issued the following news: The Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard has selected a group of nine journalists and media executives as Knight Visiting Nieman Fellows for the 2018 calendar year. Each will spend time at Harvard University to work on an innovative project designed to advance journalism. Announcing the new cohort, Nieman foundation curator Ann Marie Lipinski said: "Each of these visiting fellows has a project that wil more PR

Nine Michigan Organizations Receive More Than $570,000 in Grants to Address Growing Opioid Crisis (10)

DETROIT, Michigan, Jan. 16 -- The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Michigan issued the following news release: Nine community coalitions throughout Michigan will receive a total of $570,400 in funding through the Taking Action on Opioid and Prescription Drug Abuse in Michigan by Supporting Community Responses initiative, courtesy of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, The Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Foundation, The Michigan Health Endowment Fund, The Community Foundation for Southeast Mich more PR

NMSU to Host Panel on Trends, Needs at Hispanic-Serving Institutions (10)

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, Jan. 19 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news: Six prominent advocates for the increase of Chicanas/Latinas and indigenous women in higher education will visit New Mexico State University Feb. 2 for a panel on the trends and needs at Hispanic-serving institutions. "Educational TransFormations at HSIs: Voces y Testimonios from the MALCS Leadership," will be from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Feb. 2 in Hardman and Jacobs Room 125. The panel is free and open to the more PR

Nobel Laureate to Present Benefits of Early Childhood Education (10)

OXFORD, Mississippi, Jan. 17 -- The University of Mississippi issued the following news release: Nobel Prize-winning economist James J. Heckman will present his research on how investments in quality early childhood education can yield exceptionally high economic returns at a free public event at 2:30 p.m. Jan. 25 the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum in Jackson. Open to anyone who registers online, the event is the second in a three-part series hosted by the University of Mississippi's Graduate more PR

North Carolina State Parks Report Record 19.4 Million Visitors in 2017 (10)

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Jan. 16 -- The North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources issued the following news release: North Carolina State Parks experienced a record number of visitors in 2017. "North Carolina's state parks are treasured resources that belong to each of us," Governor Roy Cooper said. "Last year our 39 state parks welcomed 19.4 million visitors - over half a million more than in 2016. It's great to see more and more people seeking out our parks and enjoying some of the mos more PR

Norway: Parliament Fails to Protect Afghans From Horrors of War (10)

LONDON, England, Jan. 18 -- Amnesty International issued the following news release: The Norwegian parliament's decision today to reject a proposal to place a temporary halt on returning people to Afghanistan is a devastating blow to Afghan asylum-seekers in Norway, and demonstrates a disturbing disregard for the lives of people fleeing war and persecution, Amnesty International said today. This is awful news for Afghans in Norway, and a sad indication that politicians in one of the wealthiest more PR

Norwich Promotes Kathleen Murphy-Moriarty to VP of Communications (10)

NORTHFIELD, Vermont, Jan. 16 -- Norwich University issued the following news release: Norwich University President Richard W. Schneider announced the promotion of Kathleen Murphy-Moriarty to Vice President of Communications beginning Jan. 1, 2018. Murphy-Moriarty has led Norwich University's Office of Communications since August 2013, when she was hired as Director of Communications and Marketing. She had previously served as Chief Marketing Officer for the State of Vermont. The Office of Com more PR

Nova Southeastern University Celebrates Its 20th Annual Celebration of Excellence (10)

FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida, Jan. 18 -- Nova Southeastern University issued the following news release: This year, Nova Southeastern University (NSU) will honor Tampa Bay cardiologist, entrepreneur, community leader and philanthropist Dr. Kiran C. Patel and his wife, pediatrician and philanthropist Dr. Pallavi Patel with the President's Award for Excellence in Community Service during the university's Celebration of Excellence event. The Patels join an impressive list of honorees that includes Jim more PR

NPES Rebrands as Association for Print Technologies (10)

RESTON, Va., Jan. 16 -- NPES, The Association for Suppliers of Printing, Publishing and Converting Technologies issued the following news release: Heralding its bold new mission to drive printing industry growth, NPES - The Association for Suppliers of Printing, Publishing and Converting Technologies announces a name change to the Association for Print Technologies (APT). The new identity is both a nod to the Association's signature annual event--PRINT--which it has produced since 1968, and als more PR

NPES Rebrands As Association for Print Technologies (10)

RESTON, Virginia, Jan. 16 -- NPES, The Association for Suppliers of Printing, Publishing and Converting Technologies, issued the following news release: Heralding its bold new mission to drive printing industry growth, NPES - The Association for Suppliers of Printing, Publishing and Converting Technologies announces a name change to the Association for Print Technologies (APT). The new identity is both a nod to the Association's signature annual event--PRINT(R)--which it has produced since 1968 more PR

NSC Congratulates Sullivan County on Reaccreditation as Safe Community (10)

ITASCA, Illinois, Jan. 18 -- The National Safety Council issued the following news release: The National Safety Council and Safe Communities America congratulate Sullivan County, Tenn., on its reaccreditation as a Safe Community. The designation recognizes the county for effectively using evidence-based and promising strategies to keep its residents safe and free from injury. Reaccreditation as a Safe Community confirms Sullivan County's commitment as a leader in promoting safety. "This reacc more PR

NSF International Adds Former U.S. Regulator to Medical Device Certification, Training Program (10)

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Jan. 18 -- NSF International issued the following news release: NSF International, a global public health organization and leading provider of regulatory compliance, quality systems, analytical testing, education and consulting services for the medical device sector, has appointed U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) veteran Robert Ruff to the post of Executive Director, Medical Device Certification and Training. In his new role, Ruff will provide NSF International's me more PR

NSF International Renews Partnership With EPA to Minimize Decentralized Wastewater System Risks (10)

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Jan. 17 -- NSF International issued the following news release: NSF International, a global public health and safety organization, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and 18 other organizations to help protect the nation's public health and water resources. The MOU helps homeowners, building owners and regulatory officials improve the management of decentralized wastewater systems. It adds three years to a more PR

NSU College of Dental Medicine to Host Annual 'Gives Kids a Smile' Event (10)

FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida, Jan. 19 -- Nova Southeastern University issued the following news release: Nova Southeastern University (NSU) College of Dental Medicine will offer pro-bono dental screenings, examinations and treatments to children ages two to 21, including special needs patients, on Saturday, February 3, 2018, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. NSU has joined forces with the American Dental Association (ADA) Foundation in providing the Give Kids a Smile (GKAS) program at the university's main ca more PR

NTCA Issues Statement on FCC Rural Broadband Deployment Proposal (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 16 -- NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association issued the following statement by CEO Shirley Bloomfield regarding a Federal Communications Commission proposal aimed at promoting rural broadband deployment: "The high-cost Universal Service Fund (USF) is foundational to any effort to promote and sustain rural broadband in the United States. It enables the business case for network investment and the delivery of quality services at affordable rates for millions of rural Ameri more PR

NWRA'S Women's Council Will Award $30,000 in Scholarships and Host Art Show at Wasteexpo (10)

ARLINGTON, Texas, Jan. 17 -- The National Waste and Recycling Association issued the following news release: The National Waste and Recycling Association's Women's Council will be busy at the WasteExpo 2018 Conference in Las Vegas. The Women's Council has expanded its scholarship program and will award four individuals with $7,500 toward their higher education tuition. Since 2007, the Women's Council has awardee $142,500 to 36 scholars. The scholarships are limited to employees and dependents more PR

NYC Service, Grammy Museum, Recording Academy New York Chapter Celebrate Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. By Mentoring 50 Students, Donating $2,500 to Music Programs in 10 NYC Schools (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 15 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: Today, NYC Service is engaging 50 music professionals to mentor 50 New York City high school students as part of the national MLK Day of Service spearheaded by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS). All of the volunteer mentors are New York City residents with careers in music ranging from GRAMMY winning songwriters and producers to engineers. These individuals all serve on the Recording Ac more PR

NYSSBA Issues Statement on Executive Budget Proposal (10)

LATHAM, New York, Jan. 16 -- The New York State School Boards Association issued the following statement by Executive Director Timothy G. Kremer on an executive budget proposal: The governor's budget proposal would constrain the ability of school board members to do the jobs they were elected to do. The proposed school aid increase is simply inadequate to meet the needs of students - many of whom have special needs that require significant resources. To put school funding needs into perspectiv more PR

NYSUT Grant to Help Teachers in Amsterdam, Schenectady and Kingston Combat Injustice (10)

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 18 -- The New York State United Teachers issued the following news release: New York State United Teachers has been awarded a three-year, $322,000 grant to help early-career teachers in Kingston, Schenectady and Amsterdam better recognize -- and then proactively address -- racial and social injustice in their schools. The grant from the National Education Association's Great Public Schools Fund will enable NYSUT and its local unions in the three small cities to redesign more PR

OFID Director-General Commits to Bangladesh, Meets With Prime Minister (10)

VIENNA, Austria, Jan. 19 -- OPEC Fund for International Development issued the following news release: The Director-General of the OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID), Suleiman J Al-Herbish, has concluded a mission to Bangladesh. The mission was OFID's first high-level visit to Bangladesh, and in addition to meeting with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Al-Herbish signed two loan agreements to help bolster the country's transportation sector. Al-Herbish also delivered an address to the more PR

Ohio Department of Education Offers Assistance to Families Affected by ECOT Suspension (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 19 -- The Ohio Department of Education issued the following news release: The Ohio Department of Education has resources available for families and educators affected by the suspension of ECOT by the ESC of Lake Erie West. "The Ohio Department of Education is prepared to support students and families in identifying new educational opportunities to meet their needs," said Paolo DeMaria, superintendent of public instruction. "Districts and schools have already taken actions more PR

Omaha Native Kenneth Adkins' Latest Work to Be Featured in Lied Art Gallery Exhibition (10)

OMAHA, Nebraska, Jan. 18 -- Creighton University issued the following news release: The work of artist and sculptor Kenneth Adkins has been variously described as frantic, stable, brooding and confrontational. His style and materials range from the traditional to the innovative with his bodies of work moving in seemingly disparate ways while still tied together by identifiable strains. Feb. 23 through March 27, Adkins' most recent work will be the featured exhibition in Creighton University's more PR

Online Graduate Education Programs at Westminster College Recognized by U.S. News & World Report (10)

NEW WILMINGTON, Pennsylvania, Jan. 15 -- Westminster College issued the following news release: Westminster College was recognized by U.S. News & World Report for having one of the "Best Online Graduate Education Programs" in the country. Programs were ranked according to their performance across a set of widely accepted indicators of excellence, including student engagement, student services and technology, admissions selectivity, faculty credentials and training, and peer reputation. Westmin more PR

Online MBA Program Ranks in U.S. News & World Report (10)

JONESBORO, Arkansas, Jan. 18 -- Arkansas State University issued the following news release: For the sixth consecutive year since the rankings began, U.S. News & World Report rates Arkansas State University's online Master of Business Administration degree program once again in the 2018 rankings. A-State stands tied at 12th with Washington State among the 267 universities listed. More than 1,200 programs were surveyed by the publication. "We are extremely pleased with the high ranking of our o more PR

Ontario Making OSAP Application Process Easier for Students (10)

OTTAWA, Ontario, Jan. 16 -- The Canadian Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development issued the following news release: Ontario is making it easier for students receiving OSAP to plan, budget and pay for their college or university education. For the first time, students applying to college or university who have applied for OSAP can now go online to see the estimated tuition costs for each of the programs they have applied to and the estimated amount that will be covered by OSAP. I more PR

Open House Celebrates Career and Technical Education Month (10)

MESA, Arizona, Jan. 17 -- Mesa Community College issued the following news release: Mesa Community College hosts an open house from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Feb. 2 in celebration of national Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month. The event takes place at MCC's Southern and Dobson campus, 1833 W. Southern Ave., Mesa. By providing attendees opportunities to learn first-hand how current aspirations and experiences may pave the way to future careers, MCC's CTE Strong supports the national theme, Cel more PR

Open Letter to the Mayor on Philadelphia School Board Nominations (10)

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 18 -- The Education Law Center issued the following letter: Dear Mayor Kenney and Members of the Educational Nominating Panel, As you know, forming a new Board of Education to govern the School District of Philadelphia presents a daunting responsibility and critical opportunity for Philadelphia to meet the needs of our city's most vulnerable students. The District is one of the most diverse and dynamic in the country, with 202,538 students in 339 schools across more PR

Opioid Use Disorder and Opioid-Related Deaths Cost Missouri $12.6 Billion in 2016 (10)

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Jan. 16 -- The Missouri Hospital Association issued the following news release: New research from the Hospital Industry Data Institute finds that the total economic cost of the opioid crisis in Missouri was $12.6 billion in 2016, with the costs associated with overdose deaths accounting for 96 percent of the total economic burden. Researchers found the opioid overdose mortality rate in Missouri nearly doubled between 2012 and 2016. HIDI researchers used methods from t more PR

Oracle and FreedomPay Deliver Future of Consumer Payments at New York's Jacob K. Javits Center (10)

REDWOOD SHORES, California, Jan. 15 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release: Today at NRF 2018, Oracle Hospitality a trusted provider of hardware, software and services to hospitality operators and FreedomPay, a leader in secure commerce technology for lodging, gaming, retail, restaurants, stadiums and other hospitality merchants, announced their collaboration to provide secure payment processing for conference attendees at the Jacob K. Javits more PR

Oral Health America to Award First Program Champion Awards at 28th Annual Gala & Benefit (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 18 -- Oral Health America issued the following news release: Oral Health America (OHA) will present two new awards at its 28th Annual Gala & Benefit on February 21, 2018 at the new Marriott Marquis Chicago (at McCormick Place). OHA will recognize two program partners with a Program Champion Award, which acknowledges OHA partners who have demonstrated leadership and a collective impact on the oral health of vulnerable children or older adults in their geographical communi more PR

Orwall and Gregerson Secure Millions for Construction Projects in the 33rd District (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, Jan. 18 -- Washington House Democrats issued the following news release: On Thursday night, the House of Representatives passed a $4.18 billion-investment capital budget on a 95-1 vote. SB 6090 includes a record $1 billion to build new public schools, a key provision to help school districts reduce K-3 class sizes, as well as $800 million in projects at colleges and universities across the state. In all, the budget will generate an estimated 75,000 jobs in construction, e more PR

OSSBA Names Outstanding School Board Members (10)

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Jan. 16 -- The Oklahoma State School Boards Association issued the following news release: Five Oklahoma school board members have been named to the Oklahoma State School Boards Association's 2018 All-State School Board for their outstanding service on their local school boards and to the state. A sixth board member was selected as the OSSBA Distinguished Service Award honoree. The winners are: * Les Pettitt, a member of the Bethany Public Schools board since 2002. * more PR

OSU Board of Trustees Proactively Plans for Financial Future (10)

CORVALLIS, Oregon, Jan. 19 -- Oregon State University issued the following news release: The Oregon State University Board of Trustees on Friday accepted a 10-year university business forecast that reflects plans to invest in strategic university student initiatives, manage expenses, increase enrollment strategically and offset cost increases including employee retirement benefits. "This forecast is an important tool that will be updated every two years to support the university's mission to b more PR

Otterbein Faculty Lead Central Ohio Discussion on Climate Change at Working Summit (10)

DELAWARE, Ohio, Jan. 17 -- Otterbein University issued the following news release: Saying the need is urgent, the time to act now, central Ohio educators will convene The Working Summit to Fight Climate Change on Saturday, Jan. 20, in Delaware. Hosted by the Central Ohio Community Project, the working summit will be held from 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. at the Stratford Ecological Center, 3083 Liberty Road. "The world is threatened by fossils fuels, we know that," says Otterbein University professor Ter more PR

Over 75 Leaders From Mastercard, U-Haul, Sonic, CarMax, MetLife, Etc., Earned NACD's Premier Cyber-Risk Oversight Credential in Q3/Q4 2017 (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The National Association of Corporate Directors issued the following news release: The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD), the authority on boardroom practices representing more than 18,000 board members, today announced the corporate directors and senior executives who earned the CERT Certificate in Cybersecurity Oversight during the second half of 2017. The certificate holders earned this unique credential by completing the NACD Cyber-Risk Oversight Pro more PR

Over Four Hundred and Seventy English Language Teachers From Public Schools Head to the United States for Professional Training (10)

BRASILIA, Brazil, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Embassy in Brazil issued the following news release: Coordination for the Improvement of Higher Education Personnel (CAPES), a foundation linked to the Ministry of Education (MEC), the Fulbright Commission, the United States Embassy in Brazil and the Department of State, are celebrating a record number of Brazilians taking part in educational, professional and cultural exchanges in the USA. Today, January 12, 479 English language teachers from public school more PR

Panasonic Delivers Full NDI Line of Professional PTZ Cameras (10)

NEWARK, New Jersey, Jan. 17 -- Panasonic issued the following news release: Panasonic Media Entertainment Company has announced the immediate availability of a new line-up of professional integrated cameras with built-in Network Device Interface (NDI) support: the AW-HN38, AW-HN40, AW-UN70 and AW-HN130. Fully integrated support of NDI|HX, NDI High Efficiency Mode, allows for built-in support of NDI by Panasonic professional PTZ cameras, linking them directly to an NDI network, with automatic d more PR

Partnership Announces 2018 Wildfire Mitigation Awardees (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The International Association of Fire Chiefs issued the following news release: The Wildfire Mitigation Awards committee has announced the 2018 Wildfire Mitigation Award winners. Established in 2014, the awards are the highest commendation for innovation and leadership displayed by individuals and organizations committed to wildfire mitigation. The Wildfire Mitigation Awards are sponsored by the National Association of State Foresters (NASF), the International Associatio more PR

Partnership for Public Service Urges President Trump to Seize Opportunity to Improve Government Effectiveness During His Second Year (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The Partnership for Public Service issued the following news release: President Donald Trump took steps during his first year in office to begin reorganizing federal agencies and modernizing IT systems, but continues to operate without the political leaders who are needed to oversee these and other important management initiatives throughout the government. Max Stier, president and CEO of the nonpartisan, nonprofit Partnership for Public Service, said the president laid more PR

PBS Announces NATIVE AMERICA, New Four-Part Series Premiering Fall 2018 (10)

PASADENA, California, Jan. 16 -- PBS issued the following news release: Today at the Television Critics Association Press Tour, PBS President and CEO Paula Kerger announced NATIVE AMERICA (watch trailer here), a new four-part series from Providence Pictures that will premiere Fall 2018 on PBS stations nationwide. Weaving history and science with living indigenous traditions, the series brings to life a land of massive cities connected by social networks spanning two continents, with unique and more PR

PDE Visits Lycoming College on 'Schools That Teach' Tour to Discuss College and Career Training (10)

WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, Jan. 19 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news: Today, the Schools That Teach tour highlighted higher education as Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Secretary Pedro A. Rivera and Deputy Secretary for Postsecondary and Higher Education Dr. Noe Ortega traveled to Lycoming College. There, they met with students, faculty, student teachers, and members of the community to discuss the Wolf Administration's commitment to postsecondary more PR

Pearson Education Assigned Patent for Conditioned Transmission of Query Responses (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 19 -- Pearson Education, New York, has been assigned a patent (9,870,395) developed by seven co-inventors for "conditioned transmission of query responses and connection assessments." The co-inventors are Brendan Kealey, Iowa City, Iowa, Paul Arens, Coralville, Iowa, Adam Krapfl, Mount Vernon, Iowa, Paul Grudnitski, Torrance, California, Rob Nielsen, Prior Lake, Minnesota, James Setaro, Austin, Texas, and Jason Sobanski, Savage, Minnesota. The abstract states: "Embodiments more PT

Pennsylvania Chamber Issues Statement on Proposed Overtime Eligibility Rules (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 17 -- The Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry issued the following statement by President and CEO Gene Barr regarding Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf's announcement of changes to the Commonwealth's overtime eligibility rules for employees: "This proposal may be well-intentioned but the fact is it will have a negative impact on employment and will ultimately hurt many of the workers it's intended to help. The federal government proposed a similar policy shift more PR

Pennsylvania's Every Student Succeeds Act Plan Receives Final Approval (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 17 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news: Governor Tom Wolf today announced that Pennsylvania's federally-required replacement to No Child Left Behind has received final approval from the U.S. Department of Education (USDE). Pennsylvania's Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Consolidated State Plan is the state's most comprehensive federal education blueprint since 2002. "Today's approval serves as an historic moment for public education in th more PR

Pennsylvania's Every Student Succeeds Act Plan Receives Final Approval (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 17 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news: Governor Tom Wolf today announced that Pennsylvania's federally-required replacement to No Child Left Behind has received final approval from the U.S. Department of Education (USDE). Pennsylvania's Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Consolidated State Plan is the state's most comprehensive federal education blueprint since 2002. "Today's approval serves as an historic moment for public educa more PR

Pennsylvania's Unemployment Rate at 4.7 Percent in December (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 19 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry issued the following news release: Today, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry released its employment situation report for December 2017. Pennsylvania's unemployment rate was up one-tenth of a percentage point from November to 4.7 percent, the first monthly increase since May 2017. The commonwealth's rate remained above that of the United States, which was unchanged in December at 4.1 percent. O more PR

PhD Alumnus Makes $1 Million Gift to UB School of Management (10)

BUFFALO, New York, Jan. 19 -- The State University of New York's Buffalo campus issued the following news release: As a graduate student choosing a PhD program decades ago, E. Han Kim, PhD '75, took a risk that paid off. Which is why he is giving back -- a $1 million gift -- to the place he bet on: the University at Buffalo School of Management. After earning an MBA, Kim went on to pursue a PhD in finance. He was wooed by Columbia University and New York University -- each offered him stipend more PR

Policy Matters Issues Statement on Martin Luther King Day (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 15 -- Policy Matters Ohio, a 501(c)3 non-profit and nonpartisan state policy research institute, issued the following statement by Executive Director Amy Hanauer in honor of Martin Luther King Day: "Nearly 50 years ago, Martin Luther King was murdered in Memphis, Tenn. by a racist white man. King travelled there to support the city's black sanitation workers in their strike protesting dangerous work conditions and unfair wages. It was part of King's Poor People's Campaign, more PR

Port Authority Announces Series of Immediate Interim Measures to Improve Operational Issues at JFK Airport During Winter Storms; Lahood Investigation Underway (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 18 -- The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey issued the following news release: Today Port Authority Executive Director Rick Cotton announced a series of interim measures at JFK Airport following the events stemming from the winter storm of Thursday, January 4. He also announced that former U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood formally began his independent investigation into the causes of the various operational failures at the airport. The interim measures, developed more PR

Portraits of Endangered Animals: Exhibit Brings Together Two Alumni (10)

KEENE, New Hampshire, Jan. 18 -- Keene State College issued the following news release: A National Geographic exhibit calling attention to the plight of endangered animal species has a Keene State connection - times two. Rich McWalters '79 of Washington, DC, designed a series of kiosks for the National Geographic Photo Ark exhibition. As the project manager, he brought in Mecca Design & Production, a Dallas-based fabricator, to create the kiosks. The project manager at Mecca happened to be Sara more PR

Pound Sterling29 Million Extra to Boost Councils' Support for Vulnerable Children (10)

LONDON, England, Jan. 16 -- The British Department for Communities and Local Government issued the following news release: Councils in England will receive an additional pound sterling29 million to boost their support for unaccompanied asylum seeking children (UASC) and care leavers, Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government Sajid Javid confirmed today (16 January 2018). Today's funding builds on the work government is already doing through its safeguarding strategy to a more PR

Presentation to Address Racial Inequalities, Past and Present (10)

YORK, Pennsylvania, Jan. 17 -- Pennsylvania State University's York campus issued the following news: "Where Do We Go From Here" is the topic of a presentation set for Tuesday, Jan. 23, at Penn State York. Carlos Wiley, director of the Paul Robeson Cultural Center at University Park, will be the featured speaker at 12:15 p.m. in Room 3 (lecture hall) in the John J. Romano Administration Building. The program, sponsored by the Penn State York Cultural Diversity and Enrichment Committee, is free more PR

President Harreld Issues Statement on Past Resilience Model for Its Ongoing Success (10)

IOWA CITY, Iowa, Jan. 18 -- The University of Iowa issued the following statement by President J. Bruce Harreld: "At the beginning of this new year, I'd like to think about the University of Iowa's future by considering our past. "Those that steered this institution before us dealt with change and uncertainty just as we do. In September 1971, then-President Sandy Boyd delivered an address to the faculty that many of us have read many times. It puts the present moment into proper context for me more PR

President Hensrud: Setting the Course for Bemidji State University's Future (10)

BEMIDJI, Minnesota, Jan. 16 -- Bemidji State University issued the following news: Bemidji State University set a course for the future on Jan. 1 by undertaking a five-year strategy to ensure that we and our students continue to thrive in our second century. The university's Strategic Plan for 2018-2023, titled "Inspired by Place, Enriched by Diversity," will sharpen our distinction as a welcoming campus blessed with a remarkable north woods location. By reaching out to American Indian commun more PR

President Livingstone Announces Provost Search Committee Members (10)

WACO, Texas, Jan. 17 -- Baylor University issued the following news: Baylor University President Linda A. Livingstone, Ph.D., has announced the members of the Baylor Provost Search Committee. Co-chaired by Charles Weaver, Ph.D., chair of psychology and neuroscience in the College of Arts and Sciences, and Cindy Riemenschneider, Ph.D. professor of information systems and associate dean in the Hankamer School of Business, the 23-member search committee includes faculty representatives from each more PR

President Stoltzfus Issues Statement on CoreCivic's Proposed Local Immigration Detention Center (10)

GOSHEN, Indiana, Jan. 18 -- Goshen College issued the following statement by President Rebecca J. Stoltzfus at a press conference hosted by the Coalition Against the Elkhart County Immigration Detention Center: "Goshen College is an affordable, nationally-recognized, private Christian liberal arts college known for leadership in intercultural and international education, sustainability and social justice. Goshen College employs around 300 people, with a payroll of $10.7 million and an operating more PR

Prevea, HSHS St. Mary's Hospital Medical Center and MCW to Launch Family Medicine Residency Program in Green Bay (10)

GREEN BAY, Wisconsin, Jan. 16 -- The Medical College of Wisconsin issued the following news release: Prevea Health, HSHS St. Mary's Hospital Medical Center and Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) are pleased to announce a collaborative effort to launch a physician residency program in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Residency programs are designed to provide licensed physicians advanced training in a particular field of medicine; and, where resident physicians work under the supervision of experienced fa more PR

Prevent Cancer Foundation Issues Statement on Kentucky Medicaid Work Requirements (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 19 -- The Prevent Cancer Foundation issued the following statement on Kentucky imposing mandatory work requirements for Medicaid recipients: After the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued new guidance allowing states to restructure their benefit designs and eligibility requirements, Kentucky became the first state to receive approval to impose work requirements for its Medicaid beneficiaries. This departure from previous policy may signal large shif more PR

Prime Minister to Attend World Economic Forum in Davos (10)

OTTAWA, Ontario, Jan. 16 -- Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issued the following news release: The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced that he will travel to Davos, Switzerland, from January 22 to 25, 2018, to attend the World Economic Forum annual meeting. At the meeting, the Prime Minister will meet with other world leaders, global business leaders, and representatives of civil society to explore ways to grow Canada's middle class and create new opportunities for Canadian bu more PR

Princeton Review Lists CCNY Among Top Colleges That Pay You Back (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 16 -- The City University of New York's City College of New York issued the following news: The City College of New York is one of the nation's best schools for students seeking a superb education with great career preparation and at an affordable price according to The Princeton Review(R). The Review lists CCNY in its 2018 annual guide "Colleges That Pay You Back: The 200 Schools That Give You the Best Bang for Your Tuition Buck," (Penguin Random House / Princeton Review Books) more PR

Princeton Review Names Lawrence One of Country's 'best Bang for Your Tuition Buck' Schools (10)

APPLETON, Wisconsin, Jan. 19 -- Lawrence University issued the following news release: Lawrence University has been named one of the nation's best colleges for students seeking a superb education with great career preparation and at an affordable price by The Princeton Review. Lawrence was profiled in the education services company's just-published 2018 edition of its annual guide "Colleges That Pay You Back: The 200 Schools That Give You the Best Bang for Your Tuition Buck." The guide lists c more PR

Princeton Review: Grove City College 'Pays You Back' (10)

GROVE CITY, Pennsylvania, Jan. 16 -- The Grove City College issued the following news release: Grove City College is a college that pays you back, according to The Princeton Review. The College's focus on delivering a top quality education at an affordable price earned it a place as one of 200 schools with a national reputation included in The Princeton Review's just-published Colleges That Pay You Back: The 200 Schools That Give You the Best Bang for Your Tuition Buck. Grove City College feat more PR

Professional Development Courses in Change Management, Working Across Generations Slated at RVCC (10)

NORTH BRANCH, New Jersey, Jan. 18 -- Raritan Valley Community College issued the following news release: Raritan Valley Community College is offering two new professional development courses this winter in Change Management and Working Across Generations. Classes will be held in the College's new Workforce Training Center at its Branchburg campus. A two-session course on Change Management will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 13-27, from 7-9 p.m. The 10-hour course will help students u more PR

Professor Helen Lochhead to Head Sydney South Planning Panel (10)

SYDNEY, Australia, Jan. 19 -- The University of New South Wales issued the following news release: UNSW's Dean of Built Environment Helen Lochhead will review major development proposals in south-western Sydney after her appointment as Chair of one of five Sydney Planning Panels. Professor Helen Lochhead, UNSW's Dean of the Faculty of the Built Environment, has been appointed Chair of the Sydney South Planning Panel, a position that will oversee major development proposals in the Canterbury-Ba more PR

Professor Receives Grant From Jessie Ball DuPont Fund for Service Dog Awareness Program (10)

BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, Jan. 18 -- Western Kentucky University issued the following news: Dr. Darbi Haynes-Lawrence, an Associate Professor of Child & Family Studies in the College of Health & Human Services, has received a grant from the Jessie Ball duPont Fund to support her Service Dog Awareness Program. Dr. Haynes-Lawrence, who has Multiple Sclerosis, has a mobility service dog that helps her with many aspects of her daily life. Her dog, Jaeger, was trained to wear a walking harness that more PR

Project Between VIU, Snaw-Naw-As Preserves Traditional Plant Knowledge (10)

NANAIMO, British Columbia, Jan. 16 -- Vancouver Island University issued the following news: A Garden of Spiritual Healing is taking root at the Snaw-Naw-As Community Health Centre thanks to a partnership between the First Nation and Vancouver Island University (VIU). VIU's Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region Research Institute (MABRRI) representatives met with the Snaw-Naw-As Community Garden Committee to develop a vision for the garden. Throughout the process they also spoke to other members o more PR

Prominent Leader in Education and STEM Promotion to Speak at AAVMC 2018 Conference (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges issued the following news release: One of the most dynamic leaders in contemporary higher education will be featured during the plenary session of the AAVMC's Annual conference March 2-4, 2018 in Washington, D.C. University of Maryland - Baltimore County (UMBC) President Dr. Freeman A. Hrabowski will address conference attendees on Friday, March 2 during the 1:30 p.m. session. The theme of this year's conference, at more PR

Promoting Value Chains-Western Afghanistan (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following fact sheet: OVERVIEW Promoting Value Chains - Western Afghanistan (VC -West) strengthens the capabilities of private enterprises to effectively link Afghan farmers to domestic and international markets, with the goal of promoting inclusive growth and job creation. The project will improve the wheat, high-value crops, and livestock value chains in the provinces of Badghis, Farah, Herat, and Nimroz. The pro more PR

Proposed Policy Underscores University's Commitment to Free Expression (10)

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Jan. 18 -- The University of Nebraska issued the following news release: The University of Nebraska today released a proposed policy that underscores NU's long-standing commitment to freedom of expression across its campuses. The proposed policy, which will go before the Board of Regents at its Jan. 25 meeting, continues years of work by the university to advance issues related to inclusion, civil discourse and the free exchange of ideas. It was developed by a university-wid more PR

Provincial Ministers Meet at Saint Mary's CLARI Facility (10)

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, Jan. 18 -- Saint Mary's University issued the following news release: Saint Mary's was honoured to host a meeting of members of the Council of Atlantic Ministers of Education and Training (CAMET) at our CLARI facility today. The council is an agency comprised of the provincial departments across Atlantic Canada responsible for public and post-secondary education, and its purpose is to enhance cooperation in public and post-secondary education by working together to improv more PR

PTC Says NBC Should Reconsider Policies About Airing Unedited Expletives (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, Jan. 15 -- The Parents Television Council issued the following news release: The Parents Television Council called on NBC to reconsider its policies about airing explicit language in light of the reportage over President Trump's recent use of an expletive that was included in full during an NBC news broadcast, but not by other broadcast networks which have shown restraint about airing the expletive in full. Additionally, NBC allowed an unedited "f-word" to be aired duri more PR

Public Citizen Issues Statement on Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Public Citizen issued the following statement by Bart Naylor, financial policy advocate of Congress Watch: * * * Note: Today Mick Mulvaney, President Donald Trump's temporary pick to head the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, announced a wall-to-wall review of the agency's "enforcement, supervision, rulemaking, market monitoring, and education activities." On Tuesday, Mulvaney announced that he would reconsider the recently finalized payday lending rule. "Trump more PR

Public Event: Book Launch and Pop-Up Exhibit for 'the Design-Build Studio: Crafting Meaningful Work in Architectural Education' (10)

NORTHFIELD, Vermont, Jan. 17 -- Norwich University issued the following news release: Norwich University will celebrate "The Design-Build Studio: Crafting Meaningful Work in Architectural Education," a new book edited by Assistant Professor of Architecture Tolya Stonorov, with a reception on Wednesday, Jan. 31, at 4 p.m. at the Sullivan Museum and History Center Rotunda. Refreshments will be served. The public is invited to this free event which includes a pop-up exhibit of Stonorov's original more PR

Public Invited to Film on America's Diversity (10)

CURTIS, Nebraska, Jan. 16 -- The Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture issued the following news release: The public is invited to a free screening of the Oscar-nominated documentary film, "I Am Not Your Negro," on Thursday at the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture. The film is part of the Martin Luther King, Jr., activities this week at the NCTA campus, said Eric Reed, associate professor, chair of the General Education Division and the NCTA Diversity Committee. "Please come to th more PR

Public Knowledge Files Comments on FCC Chairman Pai's Plan to Further Downgrade Rural America (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Public Knowledge issued the following news release: Yesterday, Public Knowledge and Center for Rural Strategies filed comments on the Federal Communications Commission's recent Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on dismantling the agency's consumer protections established in the 2015 and 2016 Technology Transitions Orders. The FCC voted to roll back a multitude of these consumer protections last fall. The Commission now proposes to further cut back or completely elimi more PR

Public Notice of Upcoming Accreditation Review Visit By Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (10)

JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, Jan. 19 -- Hudson County Community College issued the following news release: Hudson County Community College (HCCC) will host a site review for initial accreditation of its Nursing Program by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Members of the community - as well as HCCC faculty and staff - are invited to meet the site visit team and share comments about the program at a meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 8, 2018 at 2 p.m. The meeting will more PR

Puerto Rico Students Prep to Take Refuge at Cornell (10)

ITHACA, New York, Jan. 17 -- Cornell University issued the following news release: Sixty-two students from Universidad de Puerto Rico (UPR) are getting ready to arrive at Cornell University by mid-January. They're choosing classes and - almost as importantly - buying winter coats and long underwear online. "I'm always refreshing the Ithaca page and I'm like, 'Oh my God, it's so cold!'" said sophomore Jose De Jesus Szendrey, who's been checking the weather app on his phone. For one semester, U more PR

Purdue Ag Alumni Association Honors Six With Certificate of Distinction (10)

WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Jan. 16 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: Six noted graduates and contributors associated with the Purdue University College of Agriculture have been named as recipients of the Agricultural Alumni Association's highest honor - the Certificate of Distinction. The Certificate of Distinction is presented annually to professionals who have contributed significantly to agriculture, forestry or natural resources through career accomplishments, organizat more PR

Putting Medical Students in Their Patients' Shoes (and Wheelchairs) (10)

KEENE, New Hampshire, Jan. 18 -- Keene State College issued the following news release: It's one thing to understand the constraints that elders live with, and quite another to experience them first-hand. Back in 2005, Marilyn Gugliucci '76, professor and director of Geriatrics Education and Research at the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the University of New England in Biddeford, Maine, encountered a medical student who wanted to learn how to converse with older people living in instituti more PR

Qatar: Year of Crisis Spurred Rights Reforms (10)

BEIRUT, Lebanon, Jan. 18 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news release: Qatar announced a range of significant human rights reforms during 2017 that if carried out would usher in some of the most progressive human rights standards in the gulf region, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2018. The reforms include legislation that can dramatically improve labor standards for migrant workers, including a migrant domestic workers law, and to grant permanent residency to chil more PR

Radon Testing Good Idea for Wyoming Homes (10)

CHEYENNE, Wyoming, Jan. 16 -- The Wyoming Department of Health issued the following news: Testing the radon levels found in Wyoming homes can help families know if a potentially dangerous health risk exists, according to the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH). Radon is an invisible, odorless, tasteless and dangerous gas found in many places, including homes. Radon naturally occurs as a radioactive gas released from the element radium and is found in rocks, soil and water. "As radium in the so more PR

Raise a Glass: Successful Aggie-Owned Brewing Company Launches Pistol Pete's 1888 Ale (10)

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, Jan. 16 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news: The New Mexico State University Aggies kicked off a successful football season with the help of a celebratory drink developed by three former Aggies with a passion for entrepreneurship and beer. Kevin Jameson and cousins Gabe Jensen and Jotham Michnoviz are the three founding owners of Bosque Brewing Co., which is based in Albuquerque but operates a taproom in Las Cruces, just across the street from NMSU. more PR

Rasmussen College Launches Evening, Weekend Practical Nursing Program at Its Tampa/Brandon Campus (10)

TAMPA, Florida, Jan. 16 -- Rasmussen College issued the following news release: Rasmussen College, a regionally accredited private college, today announced its Practical Nursing program (PN) at the Tampa/Brandon, FL campus, will be offered on evenings and weekends starting in April.1 The Rasmussen College PN Diploma program is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing.2 New PN students starting in April will be able to choose to enroll in the evening and weekend program at the Tampa/Brandon camp more PR

RCC Breaks Ground on $4.2 Million Career Technical Training Center (10)

WHITE CITY, Oregon, Jan. 16 -- Rogue Community College issued the following news: Rogue Community College (RCC) broke ground today on a new $4.2 million RCC Career Technical Training Center in White City, Oregon. RCC President Cathy Kemper-Pelle, RCC leadership, members of the RCC Board of Education, community leaders, and supporters were present. The center expands the RCC Table Rock Campus with a renovation of an 11,800-square-foot building adjacent to the campus, creating much-needed space more PR

RCC Randleman Center Offers ServSafe Class for Restaurant Workers (10)

ASHEBORO, North Carolina, Jan. 16 -- Randolph Community College issued the following news release: Randolph Community College's Workforce Development and Continuing Education Division will offer restaurant workers a chance to earn their ServSafe certificate at the Randleman Center in January. The class (section #64309) will meet from 5-9 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday, Jan. 29 and 30, and from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 31. The ServSafe program was developed by the National Restaurant Associatio more PR

Reading Around the Bases With the RiverDogs Returns (10)

CHARLESTON, South Carolina, Jan. 18 -- Charleston County School District issued the following news: Charleston County School District (CCSD) students are set to "read" their way to Riley Park this semester through "Reading Around the Bases," a joint initiative with the Charleston RiverDogs and CCSD. "Reading Around the Bases" started last school year as a way to encourage literacy. The Lowcountry's professional baseball team and South Atlantic League affiliate of the 27-time World Series Champ more PR

Reading for Success - National Program for Reading (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following fact sheet: CONTEXT Morocco has achieved nearly universal access to education in the last decade, with net enrollment rates in grade one surpassing 97 percent[1]. However, this data hides many challenges that students face in achieving academic success, particularly in terms of reading performance. A 2014 study[2] on early grade reading identified the lack of teacher training and the absence of supplement more PR

Recreation Building to Be Named Linda Adams Hargrove Athletic Center (10)

ARKANSAS CITY, Kansas, Jan. 18 -- Cowley College issued the following news release: "Linda Hargrove is a pioneer in women's sports at Cowley College," wrote Cowley College president Dr. Dennis C. Rittle in the summary of the naming committee's recommendation to the Cowley College Board of Trustees. The legendary basketball and volleyball coach left her mark on the college and will be honored for her accomplishments as the Board approved the naming advisory committee's recommendation that the Co more PR

Red Cross and Tony Elumelu Foundation Partner to Empower 200 Entrepreneurs in Nigeria's North East and Niger Delta (10)

ABUJA, Nigeria, Jan. 15 -- The Tony Elumelu Foundation issued the following news release: The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) signed a memorandum of understanding today to empower 200 entrepreneurs from Nigeria's North East and Niger Delta regions. Their partnership aims to holistically address, through innovative interventions, the economic plight of communities affected by armed conflict or violence. "We have been looking for a reliable p more PR

Red River College's Ongoing Research on Early Child Development Receives National Award (10)

WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Jan. 18 -- Red River College issued the following news release: What began as a research project at Red River College to bridge the gap between current research in child development and to create educational tools and resources to support frontline workers, has now received a national award from the Canadian Association of Research Administrators (CARA) recognizing the global impact it has had around the world. "This award is particularly exciting as our primary goal in dev more PR

Rees Scholarship Foundation Awards $74,000 to Aid Aspiring HVACR Technicians (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 17 -- The Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute issued the following news release: The Clifford H. "Ted" Rees, Jr. Scholarship Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation of the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), and the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA), today announced scholarship awards totaling $74,000 to 40 students, including one military veteran program recipient, studying to become technicians in the HV more PR

Registration Now Open for Full-Tuition Scholarship Competition (10)

FRONT ROYAL, Virginia, Jan. 15 -- Christendom College issued the following news: Registration is now open for Christendom's 2018 Padre Pio Full-Tuition Scholarship Competition. The highly-popular competition is accepting more applicants than ever this year, as students compete for the opportunity to win a four year, full-tuition academic scholarship at Christendom. "Each year, Christendom's time-tested education attracts some of the best and brightest students from across the country. This yea more PR

Registration Opens for AFIA's Feed Industry Institute (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 18 -- The American Feed Industry Association issued the following news release: The American Feed Industry Association has opened registration for its biennial Feed Industry Institute (FII), happening June 11-14 in St. Louis, Missouri. The conference, which has been held every other year since merging with the National Feed Ingredients Association in 1992, brings together roughly 125 individuals in the industry to learn the basics of the animal food manufacturing proce more PR

Relentless Private School Fee Hikes 'Have Not Put Off Parents' (10)

LONDON, England, Jan. 17 -- The University College London issued the following news release: Huge rises in the cost of private schooling in the UK in recent decades have had little impact on the number of parents choosing the sector for their children, according to a new analysis from UCL. Fees have trebled in real terms since 1980, with their cost as a proportion of household budgets rising "inexorably" over the period. This means that even a family whose income is higher than that of 95 per more PR

Religious Freedom Day Celebration (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Liberty Counsel issued the following news release: President Donald Trump has recognized that faith is embedded in the history, spirit, and soul of America and proclaimed today as Religious Freedom Day. President Trump also re-nominated Gov. Samuel Dale Brownback of Kansas to be Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom. Religious Freedom Day is celebrated in America each year on January 16 to commemorate the 232nd anniversary of the passing of the 1786 pa more PR

Rep. Amodei Issues Statement on Public Lands (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Rep. Mark Amodei, R-Nevada, issued the following statement after the House passed the Pershing County Economic Development and Conservation Act (H.R. 1107): "This bill represents a decade of grassroots efforts driven by Pershing County officials, residents, ranchers, miners, and conservationists to resolve the County's land issues that are hamstringing opportunities for growth. As a result of this exhaustive public process, the reforms included in this legislation will in more PR

Rep. Bacon Issues Statement on Martin Luther King Day (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Don Bacon, R-Nebraska, issued the following statement: "A true American leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. showed tremendous courage to help our country grow and advance. He faced seemingly insurmountable obstacles amid the struggle to improve the lives of generations of Americans to come. Dr. King said, 'I say to you today, my friends, that in spite of the difficulties and frustrations of the moment, I still have a dream.' "Today, these words still have profound me more PR

Rep. Baird Seeks Resident Tuition Rate for Those Who Serve on USS Indiana (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Jan. 16 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: The House Committee on Education unanimously passed State Rep. Jim Baird's (R-Greencastle) bill to ensure those serving on the USS Indiana (SSN-789) are eligible for in-state tuition rates. "We have a new namesake, a submarine was christened the USS Indiana in April and will be commissioned sometime this summer," Baird said. "We would like to make the sailors aboard the USS Indiana honorary Hoosi more PR

Rep. Biggs Introduces Resolution to Designate National School Choice Week (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 20 -- Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Ariz., has introduced a resolution (H.Res. 703) "designating the week of January 21 through January 27, 2018, as National School Choice Week." The resolution was introduced on Jan. 18. It was referred to the House Education and the Workforce Committee. The full text of the resolution is available from https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/house-resolution/703/text. For more information, contact Rep. Andy Biggs at 1626 Longworth House Offi more ST

Rep. Bilirakis Bill Enhances Educational Benefit for Veterans (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: Today, Congressman Gus Bilirakis introduced the Servicemembers Improved Transition through Reforms for Ensuring Progress (SIT-REP) Act. This legislation will ensure Veterans are held harmless from any penalties that their school may impose due to potential delays in the processing of their tuition payments. There are several steps involved when Veterans apply for their GI bill education benefits. To complet more PR

Rep. Bilirakis Introduces Bill on VA Educational Assistance Programs (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 20 -- Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., has introduced legislation (H.R. 4830) to amend title 38, U.S. Code, "to provide for the disapproval of any course of education for purposes of the educational assistance programs of the Department of Veterans Affairs unless the educational institution providing the course permits individuals to attend or participate in courses pending payment by Department." The bill was introduced on Jan. 18 and was co-sponsored by Reps. Ann Kuster, D-N.H., more ST

Rep. Bost Introduces Bill on Grants to Local Education Agencies (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- Rep. Mike Bost, R-Ill., has introduced legislation (H.R. 4811) to "provide for grants from the Attorney General to local education agencies to purchase and install devices that would allow for the immediate notification of appropriate officials in case of emergency." The bill was introduced on Jan. 17 and was co-sponsored by Rep. Bradley Schneider, D-Ill. It was jointly referred to the House Education and the Workforce and Judiciary committees. For more information, more ST

Rep. Brownley Issues Statement on Continuing Resolution Vote (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Rep. Julia Brownley, D-California, issued the following statement after voting in the House on legislation (H.R. 195): "It's been 3 1/2 months since the fiscal year began, and Congress still has not reached bipartisan agreement on appropriations legislation. This is not responsible governing. For months, Democrats have stood ready and eager to hammer out a bipartisan, long-term funding agreement, but Republican leadership insisted on this 'go-it-alone' strategy that ignor more PR

Rep. Budd Announces Service Academy Nomination Board (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Rep. Ted Budd, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: U.S. Representative Ted Budd (NC-13) is pleased to announce the Thirteenth District Service Academy Nomination Board. The nomination board met on Saturday in Rep. Budd's Advance office to review applications, interview candidates, and recommend those qualified for nominations to the various service academies. The board consists of veterans and community leaders from across the Thirteenth District. The mem more PR

Rep. Collins Introduces Legislation to Address Lack of High-Speed Internet in Rural Communities (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Rep. Chris Collins, R-New York, issued the following news release: Congressman Chris Collins (NY-27) introduced legislation today that would create a national federal registry of communications infrastructure to help address the lack of high-speed internet access in rural areas. This registry will help determine which assets are available for lease to better expand access and will facilitate coordination between federal, state, and local governments, as well as between ca more PR

Rep. Comstock Introduces Bill on Annual Fee on Health Insurance Providers (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 20 -- Rep. Barbara Comstock, R-Va., has introduced legislation (H.R. 4831) to "extend the moratorium on the annual fee on health insurance providers." The bill was introduced on Jan. 18and was co-sponsored by Reps. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., and Larry Bucshon, R-Ind. It was jointly referred to the House Ways and Means and Education and the Workforce committees. For more information, contact Rep. Barbara Comstock at 229 Cannon House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/2 more ST

Rep. Comstock Joins Bipartisan Landmark Sexual Harassment Legislation for Legislative Branch (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Rep. Barbara Comstock, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: Today, Congresswoman Barbara Comstock (VA-10) joined a bipartisan group of Members and cosponsored the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 Reform Act (CAA Reform Act). Led by Committee on House Administration Chairman Gregg Harper (MS-3), the CAA Reform Act is also co-sponsored by Committee Ranking Member Robert Brady (PA-1), and the Members of the Committee on House Administration, Representatives more PR

Rep. Cook Hosts Meeting With Brazilian Speaker of Chamber of Deputies Rodrigo Maia (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Rep. Paul Cook, R-California, issued the following news release: Today, Rep. Paul Cook (CA-08), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee's Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere, hosted a meeting with Committee Members and the Speaker of Brazil's National Chamber of Deputies Rodrigo Maia, where they discussed U.S.-Brazil bilateral relations, the crisis in Venezuela, and counternarcotics efforts: Chairman Cook: "As one of the largest democracies in the world, Brazi more PR

Rep. Costello and House Colleagues Continue to Advocate for Northeast Corridor Funding (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Rep. Ryan Costello, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: Reps. Ryan Costello (PA-06), Patrick Meehan (PA-07), Lou Barletta (PA-11) and Pete King (NY-02) recently sent a letter to the House Appropriations Committee in support of funding for a grant program for the Northeast Corridor (NEC), as government funding negotiations continue between House and Senate leadership. The NEC, which includes rail from Massachusetts, through Pennsylvania, and down to Washingt more PR

Rep. David Casas Announces Retirement From Georgia House of Representatives (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, Jan. 16 -- The Georgia House of Representatives issued the following news release: State Representative David Casas (R-Lilburn), the first Hispanic Republican state lawmaker, announced Monday that he will not seek reelection in 2018. Rep Casas will retire at the end of his current term after serving 16 years in the Georgia General Assembly. "I wish to spend more time with my wife and my teenage children," said Rep. Casas. "In addition to my private sector responsibilities as more PR

Rep. David Casas Announces Retirement From Georgia House of Representatives (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, Jan. 19 -- The Georgia House of Representatives issued the following news release: State Representative David Casas (R-Lilburn), the first Hispanic Republican state lawmaker, announced Monday that he will not seek reelection in 2018. Rep Casas will retire at the end of his current term after serving 16 years in the Georgia General Assembly. "I wish to spend more time with my wife and my teenage children," said Rep. Casas. "In addition to my private sector responsibilities as more PR

Rep. DeLauro Votes Against Continuing Resolution (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today spoke from the House Floor in opposition to the Republican majority's continuing resolution before voting against it. Here are DeLauro's remarks, as delivered: I oppose this Continuing Resolution. It is staggering that yet again, we are punting one of our core obligations as a Congress: funding government programs. We should be negotiating spending levels for more PR

Rep. DiGirolamo Urges Governor to Improve Access to Treatment (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 18 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans issued the following news release: On the heels of the governor's disaster emergency declaration to fight the ongoing opioid crisis in Pennsylvania, Rep. Gene DiGirolamo (R-Bucks) has sent the administration a series of practical, critical recommendations to combat the epidemic. "I applaud the governor for taking this innovative approach to fighting this crisis and putting every tool at his disposal to save lives," said Di more PR

Rep. Doyle Announces Cosponsors of Legislation to Save Net Neutrality (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Rep. Michael F. Doyle, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: U.S. Representative Mike Doyle (PA-14) announced today the names of the Members of Congress who have asked to cosponsor his legislation to reject the FCC's order to end the Open Internet and eliminate Net Neutrality. "We've made good progress so far in getting Members to sign on as original cosponsors of our bill to restore Net Neutrality, and I will continue to seek additional cosponsors in the we more PR

Rep. Duffy Issues Remarks on Family Self Sufficiency Act (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Rep. Sean Duffy, R-Wisconsin, chairman of the Financial Services subcommittee on Housing and Insurance, issued the following remarks in support of the Family Self Sufficiency Act (H.R. 4258). The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program is an existing employment and savings incentive initiative for families that have Section 8 vouchers or live in public housing. The FSS program provides two key tools for its participants: first, it provides access to the resources and traini more PR

Rep. Engel Issues Statement on Martin Luther King Day (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- Rep. Eliot L. Engel, D-New York, issued the following statement: "This Martin Luther King Jr. Day I want to reflect on the values of equality and justice that Dr. King dedicated his life to, and the vision he had for America's future. "In the 50 years since his assassination, we have seen tremendous progress, from the end of Jim Crow laws, to the election of our country's first African-American President. However, the past year has shined a spotlight on the many, many st more PR

Rep. Espaillat Issues Statement on Martin Luther King Day (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- Rep. Adriano Espaillat, D-New York, issued the following statement to commemorate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King: "Through nonviolent protest and unparalleled moral leadership, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. sought justice and equality for all Americans. As a champion of the civil rights movement, Dr. King demonstrated extraordinary leadership, from his immortal words at the March on Washington, where he delivered his famous 'I Have a Dream' speech, to his endurin more PR

Rep. Espaillat, B.P. Brewer, Uptown Elected Officials, Washington Heights Community Commemorate Agreement to Keep Coogan's Open (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 16 -- Rep. Adriano Espaillat, D-New York, issued the following news release: U.S. Rep. Adriano Espaillat in collaboration with Manhattan Borough President Gale A. Brewer gathered Sunday afternoon with a broad coalition of uptown Manhattan elected officials, Community Board members, and neighbors to celebrate the agreement between Coogan's and New York-Presbyterian Hospital that will keep the beloved Washington Heights pub open for years to come. The locally-owned, 33-year-old pu more PR

Rep. Esty Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Job Training for Veterans (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Rep. Elizabeth Esty, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Elizabeth Esty (CT-05), ranking member of the House Veterans Affairs Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs Committee, and Congressman Ted Poe (TX-02) introduced the Job TOOLS for Veterans Act, bipartisan legislation to expand access to job training resources for veterans of all eras and their spouses, this afternoon. Under the Job TOOLS for Veterans Act, veterans of all eras would b more PR

Rep. Gainey, House Democratic Policy Committee Explore Quality Education (10)

WILKINSBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 18 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats issued the following news release: State Rep. Ed Gainey, D-Allegheny, today hosted a House Democratic Policy Committee hearing at the Hosanna House to discuss quality education in Pennsylvania, which is a main component of the House Democrats' Plan4PA. Gainey was joined by Policy Committee Chairman Mike Sturla, legislators from across the state, local education officials and advocates to discuss how stakeholders can work wi more PR

Rep. Gonzalez Advises How Potential Government Shutdown Would Impact South Texans (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- Rep. Vicente Gonzalez, D-Texas, issued the following news release: Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) released information today outlining the programs and services that would be affected should a government shutdown occur on January 20, 2018. "South Texans have a right to know what is at stake should the federal government shut down," Congressman Gonzalez said. "I would also like to remind my fellow members of Congress that shutdowns have real consequences for our con more PR

Rep. Hurd Introduces Bill to Improve Border Security (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Rep. Will Hurd, R-Texas, has introduced legislation (H.R. 4796) to "provide relief from removal and adjustment of status of certain individuals who are long-term United States residents and who entered the United States before reaching the age of 18, improve border security, foster United States engagement in Central America." The bill was introduced on Jan. 16 and has 49 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., Fred Upton, R-Mich., Ileana Ros-Leht more ST

Rep. JoAnn Ward Will Not See Re-Election to the Minnesota House (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Jan. 17 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following news release: Today, State Representative JoAnn Ward (DFL-Woodbury, S. Maplewood, S. Oakdale, and Landfall) announced she will retire from the Legislature after completion of the 2018 session, and will not be seeking re-election. Rep. Ward, who is serving her third term in the Minnesota House of Representatives, has lived in Woodbury for over 40 years, and has represented these areas of the e more PR

Rep. Kuster to Host Chessy Prout at State of Union (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- Rep. Ann McLane Kuster, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02), the founder and co-chair of the Bipartisan Task Force to End Sexual Violence, announced today that she will be hosting Chessy Prout as her guest at the State of the Union. Kuster will also be joining fellow members in wearing black in support of the #MeToo movement and the efforts to end sexual harassment and assault. "I've been inspired by the incredible stren more PR

Rep. Langevin Introduces Bill on Grants for Teaching English Learners (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 20 -- Rep. Jim Langevin, D-R.I., has introduced legislation (H.R. 4838) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 "to direct the Secretary of Education to award institutions of higher education grants for teaching English learners." The bill was introduced on Jan. 18 and was co-sponsored by Reps. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., Adriano Espaillat, D-N.Y., and Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz. It was referred to the House Education and the Workforce Committee. For more information, contact R more ST

Rep. Lipinski Announces Nearly $1 Million STEM Grant for Lewis University (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Rep. Daniel Lipinski, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: Congressman Dan Lipinski (IL-3) is announcing that the National Science Foundation's Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) program has awarded a grant of over $961,000 to Lewis University in Romeoville. The funds will support the university's Biology Transitions program, which provides support to low-income students with demonstrated financial need and academic promise more PR

Rep. Lipinski Introduces Resolution to Support Contributions of Catholic Schools (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- Rep. Daniel Lipinski, D-Ill., has introduced a resolution (H.Res. 692) supporting the contributions of Catholic schools. The resolution was introduced on Jan. 13 and has 20 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Chris Smith, R-N.J., Sanford D. Bishop Jr., D-Ga., Barbara Comstock, R-Va., Joe Courtney, D-Conn., Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Rodney P. Frelinghuysen, R-N.J., Mike Gallagher, R-Wis., Walter Jones, R-N.C., David Joyce, R-Ohio, Mike Kelly, R-Pa., Pete King, R-N.Y., more ST

Rep. Maloney Joins Hudson Valley Dreamers at Risk for Deportation to Call for Permanent Legislative Solution to Allow Them to Continue to Remain in Country Legally (10)

NEWBURGH, New York, Jan. 16 -- Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney, D-New York, issued the following news release: Mere months before hundreds of thousands of "Dreamers" are at risk for deportation, Representative Sean Patrick Maloney (NY-18) joined three Hudson Valley residents who live in America legally but are undocumented to call for a permanent legislative solution that will allow them to continue to stay in America without the fear of deportation. Approximately 15,000 Dreamers have already lost pr more PR

Rep. Maloney Recognizes Korean American Association of Greater New York (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Rep. Carolyn Maloney, D-New York, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on Jan. 17, recognizing the Korean American Association of Greater New York on the occasion of the 115th Korean American Day: Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to the achievements of the Korean American Association of Greater New York (KAAGNY) as it celebrates the 115th Korean American Day. Korean American Day marks the arrival of the first Korean immigrants to more PR

Rep. Matsui Recognizes 150th Anniversary of Sierra Sacramento Valley Medical Society (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Rep. Doris O. Matsui, D-California, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on Jan. 16, recognizing the 150th anniversary of the Sierra Sacramento Valley Medical Society: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Sierra Sacramento Valley Medical Society (SSVMS) as it celebrates its 150th anniversary. As the members of SSVMS gather today, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the Society's long history of service to the Sacramento reg more PR

Rep. Matzie Talks Workforce Development, Plan4PA at House Democratic Policy Committee Roundtable (10)

MONACA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 17 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats issued the following news release: State Rep. Rob Matzie, D-Beaver/Allegheny, today hosted a House Democratic Policy Committee roundtable to discuss workforce development at the Community College of Beaver County. Members of the House Democratic Policy Committee, including Chairman Mike Sturla, D-Lancaster, joined Matzie for the discussion with local labor leaders and policy experts. The roundtable focused on job training for em more PR

Rep. Messer Welcomes Secretary DeVos to Capitol Hill for School Choice Rally (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Rep. Luke Messer, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: Rep. Luke Messer welcomed Education Secretary Betsy DeVos to Capitol Hill today for a School Choice Rally with 200 students, as part of National School Choice Week. Hundreds of students, parents, advocates and legislators joined together to celebrate School Choice Week, which runs Jan. 21-27, and promotes the expansion of education options for all children. Secretary DeVos delivered the event's keynote addr more PR

Rep. Negele's Resolution Recognizes January As Cervical Cancer Screening, Awareness Month (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Jan. 18 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: The House of Representatives today adopted State Rep. Sharon Negele's (R-Attica) resolution urging the recognition of January as Cervical Cancer Screening and Awareness Month. During a formal announcement of the resolution at the Statehouse, Negele was joined by her fellow POWER Caucus members, Commissioner of the Indiana State Department of Health Dr. Kristina Box, Kirk and Brenda Forbes of the more PR

Rep. Noem Introduces Bill Enabling Parents to Save for Unborn Child's Education (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Rep. Kristi Noem, R-South Dakota, issued the following news release: Rep. Kristi Noem today introduced H.R. 4794, the Investing for Tomorrow Act, which would allow for unborn children to be named as beneficiaries of 529 education savings accounts. If enacted, this would mark the first time unborn children would be explicitly named in the tax code. The provision was included in the House-passed tax reform bill, but was removed due to Senate rules. "Like so many parents, B more PR

Rep. Noem Introduces Bill on Education Savings Accounts (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Rep. Kristi L. Noem, R-S.D., has introduced legislation (H.R. 4794) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 "to permit unborn children to be account beneficiaries of section 529 education savings accounts." The bill was introduced on Jan. 16. It was referred to the House Ways and Means Committee. For more information, contact Rep. Kristi Noem at 2457 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-2801; or in the district offices at 343 Quincy St., Ra more ST

Rep. Norcross Reacts to First Day of Murphy / Oliver Administration (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Rep. Donald W. Norcross, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Today, Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-01), a member of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, applauded Governor Phil Murphy and Liutenant Governor Sheila Oliver's 'Stronger and Fairer New Jersey' agenda. "Governor Murphy understands that middle-class families are experiencing a long-term decline in their economic security and that we need to make our economy work for everyone," said Con more PR

Rep. O'Halleran Introduces Bill on Dine College Legislation (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Rep. Tom O'Halleran, D-Ariz., has introduced legislation (H.R. 4807) to "fulfill the United States Government's trust responsibility to serve the higher education needs of the Navajo people and to clarify, unify, and modernize prior Dine College legislation." The bill was introduced on Jan. 16 and was co-sponsored by Reps. Ben Lujan, D-N.M., and Michelle Lujan Grisham, D-N.M. It was referred to the House Education and the Workforce Committee. For more information, co more ST

Rep. Pelosi Issues Statement on Death of Dr. Mathilde Krim (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, D-California, issued the following statement on the death of Dr. Mathilde Krim, founding chairman of the American Foundation for AIDS Research: "Today, we mourn the loss of Dr. Mathilde Krim and celebrate her extraordinary legacy as a trailblazing champion in the fight against HIV/AIDS. As an early researcher studying the epidemic and as a founding chairman of amfAR, the American Foundation for AIDS Research, Dr. Krim offered an unyield more PR

Rep. Pocan Calls on Trump to Make an Investment in Rural Broadband (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Rep. Mark Pocan, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) wrote to President Trump last week, calling for an increase in funding for rural broadband programs. The letter comes as President Trump signed an executive order instructing the U.S. Secretary of the Interior "to use all viable tools to accelerate the deployment and adoption of affordable, reliable, modern high-speed broadband connectivity in rural America." U.S. Repre more PR

Rep. Rogers Honors Wilburn Being Named Alabama's Middle School Principal of Year (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Alabama, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on Jan. 16, recognizing Courtney Wilburn for being named Alabama's 2018-19 Middle School Principal of the Year: Mr. Speaker, I ask for the House's attention today to recognize Courtney Wilburn for being named Alabama's 2018-19 Middle School Principal of the Year. Courtney is the principal at White Plains Middle School in Calhoun County. She has served in that role si more PR

Rep. Rush Announces $300,000 in National Science Foundation Funds to Project Exploration (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Rep. Bobby Rush, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Representative Bobby L. Rush (D-Ill.) announced that the National Science Foundation (NSF) will award $300,000 in federal funding to Project Exploration. Project Exploration is a nationally recognized science education and youth development organization that works to ensure Chicago students become immersed in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). This organization is co more PR

Rep. Schakowsky Honors Kris Sadur on Her Retirement (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- Rep. Janice Schakowsky, D-Illinois, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on Jan. 18, on honoring Kris Sadur on her retirement: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Kris Sadur, who is retiring after serving for 10 years as a remarkable Constituent Advocate/Outreach Coordinator in my Chicago district office. Kris' inspiring career included assisting and supporting senior citizens, health care consumers, the disability community, educato more PR

Rep. Schrader Slams Absent Leadership in Face of Federal Shutdown (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Rep. Kurt Schrader, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: Congressman Kurt Schrader (OR-05) voted against yet another short-term funding bill that failed to outline any clear budget priorities and did not address a slew of bipartisan and popular programs including: * funding for Community Health Centers (CHCs), where 27 million Americans receive their primary health care, which expired last September; * disaster funding for the wildfires that have plagued the ent more PR

Rep. Schultz Praises Gov. Dayton's Robust Public Works Recommendations (10)

DULUTH, Minnesota, Jan. 16 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following news release: Today, Gov. Mark Dayton announced his public works bonding recommendations for the Minnesota Legislature to consider in the 2018 session. The package of recommendations, totaling $1.5 billion, makes significant investments in higher education facilities, clean water infrastructure, affordable housing and other public infrastructure across the state. If fully enacted, the proposal more PR

Rep. Scott Issues Statement on Religious Freedom Division Announcement by HHS (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Rep. Bobby Scott, D-Virginia, ranking Democratic member of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, issued the following statement after the Department of Health and Human Services announced its decision to create a new Conscience and Religious Freedom Division in the Office for Civil Rights: "Today, the Trump administration announced its decision to create a new Conscience and Religious Freedom Division in the Office for Civil Rights (https://www.hhs.gov/conscien more PR

Rep. Smith Joins Rep. Doyle and Colleagues in Announcing Legislation to Save Net Neutrality (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Rep. Adam Smith, D-Washington, issued the following news release: U.S. Representative Mike Doyle (PA-14) announced today the names of the Members of Congress who have asked to cosponsor his legislation to reject the FCC's order to end the Open Internet and eliminate Net Neutrality. "We've made good progress so far in getting Members to sign on as original cosponsors of our bill to restore Net Neutrality, and I will continue to seek additional cosponsors in the weeks ahea more PR

Rep. Soto Introduces Bill to Promote 21st Century Artificial Intelligence Workforce (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 20 -- Rep. Darren Soto, D-Fla., has introduced legislation (H.R. 4829) to promote a 21st Century artificial intelligence workforce. The bill was introduced on Jan. 18 and has 11 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill., A. Drew Ferguson, R-Ga., Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., Paul Mitchell, R-Mich., Mark Takano, D-Calif., Ralph Norman, R-S.C., Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Del., Mike Gallagher, R-Wis., Barbara Comstock, R-Va., Robert C. Scott, D-Va., and Joe Cour more ST

Rep. Wittman Sends Letter to President Advocating for Expanded Access to Broadband (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) sent a letter to President Donald J. Trump advocating for increasing access to broadband in rural areas. Rep. Wittman urged the administration to include policies promoting broadband investments in any upcoming infrastructure package. "High speed internet access, or broadband, is critical to economic growth, job creation, education, and healthcare. Therefore, improvi more PR

Report Shows Life Sciences Industry Alliance is Taking Action to Curb Antimicrobial Resistance, With More to Come (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, Jan. 18 -- The International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Associations issued the following news release: Today, the AMR Industry Alliance launches its first report that shows the commitment of the life sciences industry to tackle the public health threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The Alliance brings together over 100 biotech, diagnostics, generics and research-based biopharmaceutical companies and trade associations from 20 countries. The report was more PR

Report Underplays Critical Issues in Professionalizing Early Childhood Teachers (10)

BOULDER, Colorado, Jan. 18 -- The National Education Policy Center issued the following news release: When Degree Programs for Pre-K Teachers Go Online: Challenges and Opportunities, written by Shayna Cook and published by New America Foundation, argues that appropriately structured online degree programs have the potential to professionalize and increase the quality of early childhood (EC) teachers. Beth Graue and Erica Ramberg of the University of Wisconsin-Madison reviewed the report and as more PR

Reps. Bost, Schneider Bill Provides Alert Buttons for School Violence (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Rep. Mike Bost, R-Illinois, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Representatives Mike Bost (R-IL) and Brad Schneider (D-IL) introduced the bipartisan Securing Our Schools (SOS) Act establishing a pilot program through the Department of Justice (DOJ) to make panic buttons more available to local school systems. The legislation is supported by the National Sheriffs Association and the National Education Association. "Response time is vitally important during emer more PR

Reps. Corr, Quigley Highlight Benefits of State Education Tax Credit Programs for Local Students, Businesses, Schools (10)

ROYERSFORD, England, Jan. 17 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans issued the following news release: State Rep. Michael Corr (R-Montgomery) and state Rep. Tom Quigley (R-Montgomery) today visited Pope John Paul II High School in Royersford, where they and Pennsylvania House Speaker Mike Turzai (R-Allegheny) highlighted the benefits enjoyed by students, parents, local businesses and schools that have used two popular education tax credit programs. "These educational tax credit programs empower more PR

Reps. Espaillat, Serrano, Bonamici, Beyer, Lee Demand IG Investigation Into ICE/CBP Policies and Actions at Sensitive Locations (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Rep. Adriano Espaillat, D-New York, issued the following news release: Today, Representatives Adriano Espaillat (D-NY), Jose E. Serrano (D-NY), Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR), Don Beyer (D-VA), and Barbara Lee (D-CA) called for an Department of Homeland Security Inspector General investigation into Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) policies with regard to repeated violations of those agencies' sensitive locations policies, and a la more PR

Reps. Foxx, Walberg Issue Statement on President Trump Nomination to NLRB (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-North Carolina, chairman of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, issued the following joint statement with Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, after President Trump announced the nomination of John Ring to fill a vacancy on the National Labor Relations Board: "The National Labor Relations Board needs strong, experienced, and objective leaders who will make the protection of workers and job creators, not special interests, the Board's top priori more PR

Reps. Jayapal, Chu, Grijalva, Richmond Call on Secretary Ross to Reject Citizenship Questions on 2020 Census (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Washington, issued the following news release: Today, Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal joined by Representatives Raul Grijalva (AZ-03), Judy Chu (CA-27) and Cedric Richmond (LA-02) led 61 members of Congress in calling on U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross to reject efforts to insert questions in the 2020 Census that focus on citizenship status. "The U.S. Census is critical to ensuring that our democracy is truly representative and to gathering d more PR

Reps. Kinsey, Bullock Call Bullying Public Health Pandemic, Introduce Legislation to Curtail It in Pennsylvania (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 18 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats issued the following news release: State Reps. Stephen Kinsey and Donna Bullock, both D-Phila., have introduced a bill (H.B. 2009) that would require bullying education to be taught in Pennsylvania schools across all grade levels. This bill would implement uniform bullying prevention policies to address the issue at its root cause through education and intervention programs. "Following my October news conference to bring at more PR

Reps. Schneider and Bost Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Improve School Safety (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Rep. Bradley Schneider, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Representatives Brad Schneider (D-IL) and Mike Bost (R-IL) introduced the bipartisan Securing Our Schools (SOS) Act to improve student safety by helping schools acquire alert buttons to contact law enforcement in an emergency. The bipartisan legislation is supported by law enforcement and educators alike, with endorsements from the National Sheriffs' Association and the National Education more PR

Rescinding Obama Discipline Guidance Could Exacerbate Disparities Among Students of Color, Students With Disabilities, Low-Income Students (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Center for American Progress issued the following news release: As Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos considers whether to rescind the school discipline guidance put forth by the Obama administration, the Center for American Progress, joined by Educators for Excellence and Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) today, are warning a rescission could exacerbate existing disparities among students of color, low-income students, and students with disabilities in preschool, as well as e more PR

Researchers May Have Found Way to Treat Weakness in Patients Following Critical Illness (10)

KENT, Ohio, Jan. 18 -- Wright State University issued the following news: A group of researchers led by a Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine professor may have found the first-ever therapy for intensive care unit acquired weakness in patients. The research group headed by Mark M. Rich, M.D., Ph.D., professor of neuroscience, cell biology and physiology, identified a defect in electrical activity of spinal neurons as a new contributor to intensive care unit acquired weakness. more PR

RespectAbility Takes Stand Against Disproportionate Use of School Discipline as Substitute for Good Teaching (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- RespectAbility issued the following news release: RespectAbility, a nonprofit organization fighting stigmas and advancing opportunities for people with disabilities, submitted testimony to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights in strong support of ending the disproportionate, unjust and counterproductive use of suspensions and expulsions for children with disabilities and students of color. "The continued use of these tools of exclusion worsens educational outcomes and dec more PR

Richard Vedder, 'America's Foremost Expert on Economics of Higher Education,' Will Speak at Baugh Center for Entrepreneurship, Free Enterprise Lecture Series on Jan. 18 (10)

WACO, Texas, Jan. 17 -- Baylor University issued the following news: Richard Vedder, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor of Economics Emeritus at Ohio University, director of the Center for College Affordability and Productivity, and an adjunct scholar at the American Enterprise Institute, will speak at the Baugh Center's Free Enterprise Forum on Jan. 18, in Foster Campus for Business and Innovation. The Wall Street Journal referred to Vedder as "America's foremost expert on the economics of higher more PR

Rio Hondo College to Highlight Student Guidance, Academic Programs During 5th Annual Regional Counselor Breakfast (10)

WHITTIER, California, Jan. 18 -- Rio Hondo College issued the following news release: Rio Hondo College will host about 160 high school counselors from three area school districts as well as officials from other local high schools for its fifth annual Regional Counselor Breakfast at 8 a.m. Friday, Jan. 19. The event, which runs through 11:30 a.m., will be held in the Rio Cafe at the Rio Hondo College campus, 3600 Workman Mill Road, Whittier. "This event has become a valuable touchstone for Ri more PR

Rolling With the Punches While Adopting Healthier Eating Habits (10)

IOWA CITY, Iowa, Jan. 16 -- The University of Iowa issued the following news release: Martin Gallardo, an employee in the UI Nursing Clinical Education Center and Behavioral Health Services, was looking for accountability about eating healthier. He reached out to health coach Carla Melby-Oetken at liveWELL to identify dietary changes and set goals. Since then, Gallardo has increased his energy levels by eating a more balanced diet, avoiding too much junk food, and taking part in a fitness acti more PR

Roosevelt Real Estate Program Leader to Receive Industry Achievement Award (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 17 -- Roosevelt University issued the following news: Collete English Dixon, executive director of Roosevelt University's Marshall Bennett Institute of Real Estate, will receive Commercial Real Estate Executive Women (CREW) Chicago's 2018 Industry Achievement Award. Recognized for her 30-year career as a high-achieving female executive in commercial real estate, English Dixon joined Roosevelt as head of the Heller College's real estate program in June 2017. "It is a gr more PR

RPS England Welcomes New Training From Health Education England (10)

LONDON, England, Jan. 20 -- The Royal Pharmaceutical Society issued the following news release: Working with the RPS and other partners, Health Education England has developed specifications for seven new training programmes for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. Funded through the Pharmacy Integration Fund, the courses are flexible and accessible, enabling those enrolling to study at work, or in their own time. The programmes are part of the healthcare integration agenda set out in the N more PR

RTC Receives $1 Million to Support Student Success (10)

RENTON, Washington, Jan. 16 -- Renton Technical College issued the following news: Renton Technical College will receive $1 million to create educational tracks to help students design their education around their interests and graduate sooner. Known as Guided Pathways, the approach simplifies the number of choices regarding course selection and directs students into intentional, comprehensive programs of study. Five colleges, of 17 that applied, were selected to receive Guided Pathways implem more PR

RU Professor Published, Invited to Speak by American Educational Research Association (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 17 -- Rockford University issued the following news release: The American Educational Research Association has selected a Rockford University professor's paper to be presented at its annual meeting in New York this spring. Assistant Professor of Education Dr. Jean Swindle's paper--"Unequal Languagehoods: Pre-service Teacher Language Beliefs about Different Child Migrants"--was chosen from among more than 13,000 submissions for consideration. AERA has invited Prof. Swindle to pre more PR

Rural and Remote Communities in Coastal British Columbia Will Benefit From Faster Internet (10)

OTTAWA, Ontario, Jan. 17 -- Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (formerly Industry Canada), an arm of the Canadian government, issued the following news release: Through a combined investment of $45.4 million, the Government of Canada in partnership with the Government of British Columbia is bringing new or improved high-speed Internet to 154 rural and remote communities, enabling residents to get online. Of these 154 communities, 44 First Nations will benefit. The funding was more PR

Rural and Remote Communities in Coastal British Columbia Will Benefit From Faster Internet (10)

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 17 -- The Canadian Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development issued the following news release: Through a combined investment of $45.4 million, the Government of Canada in partnership with the Government of British Columbia is bringing new or improved high-speed Internet to 154 rural and remote communities, enabling residents to get online. Of these 154 communities, 44 First Nations will benefit. The funding was announced by the Honourable Jan more PR

Ruth V. Watkins Named 16th President of the University of Utah (10)

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Jan. 18 -- The University of Utah issued the following news release: The Utah State Board of Regents has selected Ruth V. Watkins as the 16th president of the University of Utah. Watkins is the first woman to lead the University of Utah -- the state's oldest, largest and only Research 1 higher education institution -- in its 168-year history. (Jerilyn S. McIntyre served as interim president of the U twice, for two months in 1991 and all of 1997.) Watkins will assume the p more PR

Ruth V. Watkins Named 16th President of the University of Utah (10)

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Jan. 18 -- The Utah System of Higher Education issued the following news: The Utah State Board of Regents has selected Ruth V. Watkins as the 16th president of the University of Utah. Watkins is the first woman to lead the University of Utah -- the state's oldest, largest and only Research 1 higher education institution -- in its 168-year history. (Jerilyn S. McIntyre served as interim president of the U twice, for two months in 1991 and all of 1997.) Watkins will assume more PR

Sadiq Allocates Extra pound sterling15m to Policing to Help Combat Knife Crime (10)

LONDON, England, Jan. 17 -- The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, issued the following news release: The Mayor of London today announced that he is allocating an extra pound sterling15m in his budget for next year to boost police resources and help officers tackle knife crime. Sadiq also said he will consider if any additional income raised from council tax and provided to the Mayor by the capital's local authorities can be invested in youth services across the city and other initiatives that help more PR

Salt Lake Chamber Announces 2018 Legislative Priorities at Utah Economic Outlook & Public Policy Summit (10)

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Jan. 16 -- The Salt Lake Chamber issued the following news: Today the Salt Lake Chamber, Utah's largest and longest-standing statewide business association, held the Utah Economic Outlook & Public Policy Summit, in partnership with the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, to preview the business community's priorities for the upcoming 2018 General Legislative Session. The Utah Economic Outlook & Public Policy Summit is the state's premier economic forecasting and public polic more PR

SAMHSA Announces New Efforts to Advance Evidence-Based Practices for Opioid Use and Serious Mental Illness (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration issued the following news release: On January 17, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) announced major efforts to advance evidence-based practices in the behavioral health field. In conjunction with the Presidential Public Health Emergency Declaration on October 27, SAMHSA announced a new Technical Assistance (TA) effort to focus o more PR

San Francisco State University Announces Launch of the Estuary & Ocean Science Center (10)

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Jan. 16 -- San Francisco State University issued the following news release: San Francisco State University's Romberg Tiburon Center for Environmental Studies has announced the launch of a new research and service organization, the Estuary & Ocean Science Center (EOS Center). The EOS Center will serve as one of the world's leading sources of scholarship on marine and estuarine environments, a dynamic, hands-on center for learning, an innovative training ground for fut more PR

Sandia Supplies Essential Element to Local Science Classrooms (10)

LIVERMORE, California, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Sandia National Laboratories issued the following news release: Thanks to a donation by Sandia National Laboratories, public high schools in Livermore now sport colorful, extra-large periodic tables that include the city's namesake element, Livermorium. Livermorium is a synthetic element discovered though experiments at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research in Russia. The Internation more PR

SAS Powers New Report Cards for More Than 2,600 North Carolina Schools (10)

CARY, North Carolina, Jan. 17 -- SAS Institute, a business analytics software and services provider, issued the following news release: States around the country are seeking simpler ways to provide parents and others meaningful information on K-12 school performance. Analytics leader SAS worked with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction to completely redesign the state's school report card website (https://ncreportcards.ondemand.sas.com/src). Integrating data from more than 2,600 more PR

Saudi Arabia: Repression Overshadows Women's Reforms (10)

BEIRUT, Lebanon, Jan. 18 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news release: Saudi Arabia announced reforms during 2017 to enhance women's rights, including ending a driving ban, but stepped up arrests and prosecutions of activists seeking reform or voicing peaceful dissent, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2018. As the leader of the eight-nation coalition that began military operations against the Houthis and forces loyal to the now deceased former President Ali Abdullah more PR

SAUSD Board of Education Honors Students During High School Athletics Recognition Program (10)

SANTA ANA, California, Jan. 18 -- The Santa Ana Unified School District issued the following news: Students from across the Santa Ana Unified School District were honored at the High School Athletics Recognition Program, held January 16, 2018 at Villa Fundamental Intermediate during a special Board of Education meeting. The following teams that earned CIF and/or league honors during Fall 2017 were celebrated during the event. Congratulations to all! Click here to view photos.( https://www.fa more PR

SCAD Announces Line-up for 2018 ATVfest in Atlanta (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, Jan. 19 -- The Savannah College of Art and Design issued the following news release: The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) announced today its lineup for the sixth annual SCAD aTVfest, Atlanta's only TV festival attracting industry-leading producers, directors, writers and actors to SCAD's award-winning buildings in Midtown Atlanta. Known as the premiere destination for TV shows, the festival will be held Thursday, Feb. 1 through Saturday, Feb. 3 at several SCAD Atlan more PR

SCETV's Tell Them We Are Rising Screenings (10)

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Jan. 15 -- The South Carolina Educational Television Network issued the following news release: Through a collaboration between public media stations and historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), Firelight Films and South Carolina ETV will present several screenings of the latest film from Emmy and Peabody Award-winning director, Stanley Nelson, Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities as part of a national HBCU Tour. Screening more PR

Scholarship Available for Missouri Students Pursuing Insurance Industry Careers (10)

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Jan. 19 -- The Missouri Department of Insurance issued the following news release: The Missouri Department of Insurance reminds high school seniors and college students, who are Missouri residents, to apply for Missouri Insurance Education Foundation (MIEF) scholarships. The deadline is March 31. Four, $1,500 scholarships are awarded to graduating high school seniors who will be full-time students in accredited Missouri colleges or universities and who plan to enroll more PR

Scholarships Available for Pennsylvania Students (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 16 -- The Foundation for Enhancing Communities issued the following news release: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is pleased to announce the availability of scholarships for the 2018-2019 academic year for students who reside in Pennsylvania. There are currently more than 120 scholarship funds administered by TFEC and through a management agreement with the Samuel L. Abrams Foundation, and the Leon Lowengard and Ray S. Shoemaker scholarships of BN more PR

Scholastic to Publish New Editions to Celebrate 20th Anniversary of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 17 -- Scholastic, a children's publishing, education and media company, issued the following news release: Harry Potter fans of all ages can look forward to a magical 2018. As part of its year-long campaign to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the U.S. publication of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, Scholastic (NASDAQ: SCHL) announced today that worldwide bestselling and Caldecott Medal-winning artist Brian Selznick will illustrate new paperback editions of J.K. Rowling's b more PR

School Board Approves Resolution for Black History Month (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, Jan. 16 -- The Los Angeles Unified School District issued the following news release: The Los Angeles Unified Board of Education unanimously approved today, a resolution celebrating Black History Month in February. The 2018 theme is, "African-Americans in Times of War" beginning with a former slave, Crispus Attucks, who died in the Boston Massacre, the first American killed in the American Revolution. "Students in L.A. Unified learn about the history and achievements o more PR

Science Museum of Minnesota Honored With Energy Efficiency Leader Award From Trane (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Jan. 16 -- Trane, a subsidiary of Ingersoll Rand, issued the following news release: Trane(R), a leading global provider of indoor comfort systems and services and a brand of Ingersoll Rand, presented the Energy Efficiency Leader Award to the Science Museum of Minnesota today. The award recognizes the museum's long-term commitment to providing a learning atmosphere with minimal impact on the environment. The Science Museum of Minnesota, one of the most visited museums in t more PR

Scientific Reports Issues 63 Research Articles in Jan. 16, 2018, Edition (10)

LONDON, England, Jan. 16 -- Scientific Reports, a peer-reviewed scientific journal from Nature Publishing Group, published 63 research articles on the following topics in its Jan. 16, 2018, edition. These topics include: First description of behavior and immune system relationship in fish. Coauthors: Karina Kirsten, Debora Fior, Luiz Carlos Kreutz & Leonardo Jose Gil Barcellos Role of Macromolecular Crowding on the Intracellular Diffusion of DNA Binding Proteins. Coauthors: Pinki Dey & Arnab B more PR

SDSU Named a Top University for Value Education (10)

SAN DIEGO, California, Jan. 19 -- San Diego State University issued the following news release: A degree from San Diego State University will open doors to many career opportunities, and leaves you with a little extra cash in your wallet. According to a new national ranking, the university is among the best in the country providing a great education at an appropriate value. SDSU was named to the 2018 Princeton Review list "Colleges That Pay You Back: The 200 Schools That Give You the Best Bang more PR

SDSU Professor Receives Social Justice Award (10)

SAN DIEGO, California, Jan. 17 -- San Diego State University released the following story: Nearly 30 years ago, Susan E. Cayleff, a professor in San Diego State University's department of women's studies, founded the Graduate Women's Scholars of Southern California. In 1989, Cayleff was a new professor at SDSU and noticed there wasn't a "home" for female university scholars at the graduate level. So, she invited them into her own. From 1989 to 2002, the mentoring group, geared toward helping more PR

Second Lady Karen Pence Announces New Chief of Staff (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The White House issued the following news release: Second Lady Karen Pence today announced the appointment of Jana Toner, Deputy Assistant to the President and Chief of Staff to the Second Lady. Toner is an experienced leader in personnel, communications, and management. She joins the Office of the Second Lady after most recently serving as the Associate Director in the Office of Presidential Personnel and the White House Liaison for the U.S. Department of Education. Tone more PR

Second LEAD Summit Convenes Asia's Young Democracy Leaders in Ulaanbaatar (10)

ULAANBAATAR, Mongolia, Jan. 16 -- The International Republican Institute issued the following news release: On January 17, 2018, the International Republican Institute (IRI) kicked off the Leaders Advancing Democracy (LEAD) Alliance conference in Ulaanbaatar. This four-day program, funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), will bring together 37 Mongolian LEAD Fellows and their counterparts from Burma, Bhutan and Kyrgyzstan to learn about Mongolia's transition to more PR

Secretary DeVos Announces Approval of 11 ESSA Plans (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today announced the approval of 11 consolidated state plans under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). "The plans approved today met the requirements of the law," said Secretary DeVos. "These plans should not be seen as a ceiling, but as a foundation upon which states can improve education for students." Today's approvals include Arkansas, Maryland, Missouri, Ne more PR

Secretary DeVos Approves Arkansas' ESSA State Plan (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today announced the approval of Arkansas' consolidated state plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). "Arkansas' plan met the requirements of the law, and so I am happy to approve it," said Secretary DeVos. "This plan should not be seen as a ceiling, but as a foundation upon which Arkansas can improve education for its students." Allowing states more flex more PR

Secretary DeVos Approves Maryland's ESSA State Plan (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today announced the approval of Maryland's consolidated state plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). "Maryland's plan met the requirements of the law, and so I am happy to approve it," said Secretary DeVos. "This plan should not be seen as a ceiling, but as a foundation upon which Maryland can improve education for its students." Allowing states more fl more PR

Secretary DeVos Approves Missouri's ESSA State Plan (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today announced the approval of Missouri's consolidated state plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). "Missouri's plan met the requirements of the law, and so I am happy to approve it," said Secretary DeVos. "This plan should not be seen as a ceiling, but as a foundation upon which Missouri can improve education for its students." Allowing states more fl more PR

Secretary DeVos Approves New York's ESSA State Plan (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today announced the approval of New York's consolidated state plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). "New York's plan met the requirements of the law, and so I am happy to approve it," said Secretary DeVos. "This plan should not be seen as a ceiling, but as a foundation upon which New York can improve education for its students." Allowing states more fl more PR

Secretary DeVos Approves Ohio's ESSA State Plan (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today announced the approval of Ohio's consolidated state plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). "Ohio's plan met the requirements of the law, and so I am happy to approve it," said Secretary DeVos. "This plan should not be seen as a ceiling, but as a foundation upon which Ohio can improve education for its students." Allowing states more flexibility in more PR

Secretary DeVos Approves Pennsylvania's ESSA State Plan (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today announced the approval of Pennsylvania's consolidated state plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). "Pennsylvania's plan met the requirements of the law, and so I am happy to approve it," said Secretary DeVos. "This plan should not be seen as a ceiling, but as a foundation upon which Pennsylvania can improve education for its students." Allowing st more PR

Secretary DeVos Approves Puerto Rico's ESSA State Plan (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today announced the approval of Puerto Rico's consolidated state plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). "Puerto Rico's plan met the requirements of the law, and so I am happy to approve it," said Secretary DeVos. "This plan should not be seen as a ceiling, but as a foundation upon which Puerto Rico can improve education for its students." Allowing state more PR

Secretary DeVos Approves South Dakota's ESSA State Plan (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today announced the approval of South Dakota's consolidated state plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). "South Dakota's plan met the requirements of the law, and so I am happy to approve it," said Secretary DeVos. "This plan should not be seen as a ceiling, but as a foundation upon which South Dakota can improve education for its students." Allowing st more PR

Secretary DeVos Approves Washington's ESSA State Plan (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today announced the approval of Washington's consolidated state plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). "Washington's plan met the requirements of the law, and so I am happy to approve it," said Secretary DeVos. "This plan should not be seen as a ceiling, but as a foundation upon which Washington can improve education for its students." Allowing states m more PR

Secretary DeVos Approves Wyoming's ESSA State Plan (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today announced the approval of Wyoming's consolidated state plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). "Wyoming's plan met the requirements of the law, and so I am happy to approve it," said Secretary DeVos. "This plan should not be seen as a ceiling, but as a foundation upon which Wyoming can improve education for its students." Allowing states more flexi more PR

Secretary-General Appoints Bience Gawanas of Namibia Special Adviser on Africa (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 15 -- The United Nations issued the following news release: United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres announced today the appointment of Bience Gawanas of Namibia as Special Adviser on Africa. She will succeed Maged Abdelaziz of Egypt, to whom the Secretary General is grateful for his commitment and dedicated service to the Organization. The Secretary General also wishes to extend his appreciation to David Mehdi Hamam, who served as Acting Special Adviser since Mr. Abdela more PR

Secretary-General of ASEAN Meets PM Lee Hsien Loong for Talks on Singapore's 2018 ASEAN Chairmanship (10)

SINGAPORE, Jan. 17 -- The Association of Southeast Asian Nations issued the following secretariat news: Secretary-General of ASEAN Dato Lim Jock Hoi paid a courtesy call on Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong at the Istana yesterday. This was the Secretary-General's first call on an ASEAN Head of Government since taking up the Association's helm earlier this month. The Secretary-General was in Singapore for consultations with key government officials upon Singapore's assumption of the AS more PR

Sen. Alexander Issues Statement on Federal Student Aid System (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The office of Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tennessee, chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following opening statement on federal student aid system: "Our nation's first higher education institution was Harvard University, founded in 1636 - just 16 years after the Mayflower arrived in Plymouth. "There was, of course, no federal role in higher education at that time - there was no federal government. "During Abraham Lincoln's pres more PR

Sen. Alexander: Federal Student Aid System Needs to Be Simplified, More Effective (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The office of Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tennessee, chairman of the Senate Education Committee, issued the following statement saying that the federal student aid system needs to be simplified and made more effective: "There is a bipartisan consensus that students looking for federal financial aid to go to college need a much simpler system so that it is not a barrier to college for the very students the aid is intended to help." Today, the committee held its second hearing more PR

Sen. Alexander: Federal Student Aid System Needs to Be Simplified, More Effective (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tennessee, chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news release: Senate education committee Chairman Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) today said that the federal student aid system needs to be simplified and made more effective: "There is a bipartisan consensus that students looking for federal financial aid to go to college need a much simpler system so that it is not a barrier to college for the very more PR

Sen. Baldwin Introduces Legislation to Strengthen Pension Plans (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The office of Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin, a member of the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, today introduced the Pension Stability Act to generate new revenue to protect the pensions of more than 40 million workers and retirees--including the 25,000 workers and retirees in Wisconsin participating in the Central States Pension Fund. Current law requires banks convicted of financial c more PR

Sen. Burr to Chair HELP Committee Hearing on Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The office of Sen. Richard Burr, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: Senator Richard Burr (R-NC), a senior member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, will lead a HELP Committee hearing to examine our nation's preparedness and response capabilities in combatting 21st Century public health threats tomorrow, Wednesday, January 17th at 10:00am. Details Hearing: 'Facing 21st Century Public Health Threats: Our Nation's Prepa more PR

Sen. Cassidy Introduces Bill on Registration of Section 340B Hospitals (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., has introduced legislation (S. 2312) to "provide a moratorium on registration of new non-rural section 340B hospitals and associated sites." The bill was introduced on Jan. 16. It was referred to the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee. For more information, contact Sen. Bill Cassidy at 520 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510; 202/224-5824; or in the state at 5555 Hilton Ave., Ste. 100, Baton Rouge, LA 70808 more ST

Sen. Cassidy Welcomes Trump Administration's Commitment to Protecting Pro-Life Health Care Professionals From Discrimination (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The office of Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), a member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, welcomed the Trump Administration's formation of a new Conscience and Religious Freedom Division within the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The division will more vigorously and effectively enforce existing laws protect more PR

Sen. Cortez Masto Urges Trump Administration to Bolster Public School Infrastructure (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The office of Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: In an effort to rebuild and modernize public schools, boost student achievement, and grow the nation's economy, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-R.I.) and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) in a bipartisan effort to urge President Trump to create a federal-state partnership to invest in the infrastructure of the nation's public schools. The senator more PR

Sen. Cruz: A Quality Education Is the Gateway to the American Dream (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The office of Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, issued the following remarks at a rally to celebrate the annual kick off of National School Choice Week, which begins on Sunday. Cruz discussed the importance of school choice, calling it 'the civil rights issue of the 21st century': "We're here this morning to celebrate. "We're here this morning to celebrate parents, teachers, and activists. To celebrate the men and women in this room who are committed to seeing school choice as a more PR

Sen. Donnelly Announces USDA Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants for Seven Rural Counties in Indiana (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- The office of Sen. Joe Donnelly, D-Indiana, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of Rural Development, awarded two Distance Learning and Telemedicine program grants totaling nearly $1 million, to the Indiana Small and Rural Schools Association and the East Central Education Service Center, in support of their collaborative effort to deliver a variety of educational services to seven ru more PR

Sen. Feinstein Issues Remarks at Homeland Security Oversight Hearing (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The office of Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-California, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following opening remarks at an oversight hearing for the Department of Homeland Security: "The Department of Homeland Security, actually more than any other agency, impacts the lives of tens of thousands of the residents of the largest state--California--on a daily basis. Through its policies affecting tourism, immigration, as well as efforts fighting wildfires more PR

Sen. Hassan Announces Mark Cournoyer of Jaffrey As January 'Granite Stater of the Month' (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The office of Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: Senator Maggie Hassan announced today her "Granite Stater of the Month" for January, Mark Cournoyer, of Jaffrey, who has dedicated himself to making our roads safer by educating drivers - particularly new drivers - about the serious danger and potentially tragic consequences of distracted driving. Senator Hassan launched the "Granite Stater of the Month" initiative last year to recognize more PR

Sen. Hassan Visits Safe Harbor Recovery Center, Discusses Importance of Expanding Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Services (10)

PORTSMOUTH, New Hampshire, Jan. 16 -- The office of Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: Senator Maggie Hassan visited Safe Harbor Recovery Center today where she met with the Center's leadership and staff and discussed the importance of expanding substance use disorder treatment and recovery services. The Senator also commended the Center's efforts to help people in recovery secure jobs and supportive housing. "Safe Harbor Recovery Center is doing essential more PR

Sen. Heinrich: Bold Action Needed to Better Support NM Families and Invest in Early Childhood Education (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The office of Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: Following the release of the 2017 New Mexico KIDS COUNT Data Book, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) expressed serious concern about the findings and called for bold action to create economic opportunities and address the needs of both vulnerable children and their parents in New Mexico. He urged the state to invest a portion of its Land Grant Permanent Fund in the most effective earl more PR

Sen. Isakson Applauds Committee Approval of Azar to Lead HHS (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The office of Sen. Johnny Isakson, R-Georgia, issued the following statement applauding the committee approval of Alex Azar to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, which also oversees the Centers for Disease Control and Preventionin Atlanta, Georgia: The Senate Committee on Finance, which has jurisdiction over much of the American healthcare system, approved his nomination by a vote of 15-12, and the nomination now moves to the full Senate for consideration. more PR

Sen. Isakson Introduces Bill on Nonprescription Drugs (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- Sen. Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., has introduced legislation (S. 2315) to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act "to clarify the regulatory framework with respect to certain nonprescription drugs that are marketed without an approved new drug application." The bill was introduced on Jan. 17 and was co-sponsored by Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa. It was referred to the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee. For more information, contact Sen. Johnny Is more ST

Sen. Johnson Introduces Bill on Definition of Natural Cheese (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 20 -- Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., has introduced legislation (S. 2322) to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act "to define the term natural cheese." The bill was introduced on Jan. 18 and was co-sponsored by Sens. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., James Risch, R-Idaho, and Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis. It was referred to the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee. For more information, contact Sen. Ron Johnson at 328 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510; 202/ more ST

Sen. King, Colleagues Urge President Trump to Prioritize Broadband Infrastructure (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The office of Sen. Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, issued the following news release: Today U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a co-chair of the bipartisan Senate Broadband Caucus, joined with his fellow caucus leaders in sending a letter to President Trump urging the administration to include "dedicated, stand-alone funding for broadband deployment" in any proposed infrastructure package. "Our rural communities have connectivity needs that are not being met, limiting econom more PR

Sen. Leahy Issues Remarks at Congressional Medal Ceremony for Ex-Sen. Dole (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The office of Sen. Patrick J. Leahy, D-Vermont, issued the following remarks at the congressional medal ceremony for ex-Sen. Bob Dole: "Bob, what a flood of memories come to the surface, to be here with you and Elizabeth. Marcelle and I feel blessed for the opportunities we've had to spend time with you both on so many occasions, but especially at your wedding reception. "I've enjoyed and learned much from working with Senator Bob Dole, with Majority Leader Bob Dole, and more PR

Sen. Leahy Issues Statement in Opposition to Fourth Continuing Resolution (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The office of Sen. Patrick J. Leahy, D-Vermont, vice chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement in opposition to the fourth continuing resolution: "Mr. President, here we go again. "In 1995, Republicans shut down our government - seeking to recklessly cut education programs and environmental programs and raise Medicare premiums on millions of senior citizens. "In 2013, Republicans once again sought to strip the health care of mill more PR

Sen. Leahy Issues Statement Opposing Fourth Continuing Resolution (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vermont, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement opposing the fourth continuing resolution: "Mr. President, here we go again. "In 1995, Republicans shut down our government - seeking to recklessly cut education programs and environmental programs and raise Medicare premiums on millions of senior citizens. "In 2013, Republicans once again sought to strip the health care of millions of American more PR

Sen. Leahy Plays Matchmaker, Arranging for Donation of 25 U.S. Senate Surplus Computers to Vermont Classrooms (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The office of Sen. Patrick J. Leahy, D-Vermont, issued the following news release: Senator Patrick Leahy has arranged for a shipment of 25 surplus computers to five Vermont Schools through the U.S. Senate's Computers for Schools programs. Overseen by the Senate's Sergeant At Arms, the program was established to offer surplus computers to classrooms across the country. Leahy worked with Vermont Agency of Education officials to identify Vermont schools with the highest nee more PR

Sen. Lee Introduces Bill on Coverdell Education Savings Accounts (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, has introduced legislation (S. 2306) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 "to encourage the use of 529 plans and Coverdell education savings accounts." The bill was introduced on Jan. 16 and was co-sponsored by Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas. It was referred to the Senate Finance Committee. For more information, contact Sen. Mike Lee at 361-A Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510; 202/224-5444; or in the state at Wallace F. Bennett more ST

Sen. Markey Introduces Bill on Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Use Disorders (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Mass., has introduced legislation (S. 2317) to amend the Controlled Substances Act "to provide for additional flexibility with respect to medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorders." The bill was introduced on Jan. 17 and was co-sponsored by Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., Margaret Wood Hassan, D-N.H., and Susan M. Collins, R-Maine. It was referred to the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee. For more information, contac more ST

Sen. Murray Issues Remarks on Bipartisan Action on Public Health Threats (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following remarks: * * * Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), delivered the following remarks at a hearing to discuss the nation's preparedness and response capabilities to public health threats. This was the first in a series of hearings to discuss the reauthorization of the Pandemic and All Hazards Preparedness Act (PAHPA). In her opening statem more PR

Sen. Murray Issues Statement on Health Care Uninsured Rate Spikes By Millions (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following statement in response to news that 3.2 million more individuals were uninsured by the end of 2017 as compared to the end of 2016: "The results are in and they are tragic. After a year of President Trump's repeated sabotage - from putting up barriers to health care, cutting open enrollment, and expanding loopholes, to trying to thro more PR

Sen. Murray Issues Statement on Nomination of HHS Secretary (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following statement on the nomination of former pharmaceutical executive Alex Azar to be Secretary of Health and Human Services: "Since President Trump first took office, patients and families across the country have raised their voices to reject this President's intensely partisan, politically-motivated plan for their health and the health more PR

Sen. Murray Issues Statement on Trump Administration's Health Care (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following statement in response to reports on the Trump administration's steps on health care needs of women and transgender patients: "I am deeply troubled by reports of the unconscionable approach being considered by President Trump's Administration to use the civil rights office at the Department of Health and Human Services as a tool to more PR

Sen. Murray Issues Statement on Trump's March for Life Planned Remarks (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following statement on President Trump's planned remarks to the March for Life: "Over the last year, President Trump has tried in every way he can to undermine women's health and rights--from trying to gut Medicaid and defund Planned Parenthood, to empowering a woman's boss to interfere with her decisions about getting birth control, and muc more PR

Sen. Murray Questions Emerging Pattern of Undermining Evidence-Based Policy at Department of Health and Human Services (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Ranking Member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee sent a letter to Acting Secretary Hargan at the Department of Health and Human Services, following the Department's decision to suspend the National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices-- more PR

Sen. Portman Praises Selection of Columbus As Finalist for New Amazon Headquarters (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The office of Sen. Rob Portman, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Rob Portman (R-OH) praised the decision by Amazon to select the city of Columbus as one of 20 finalist locations for its second headquarters: "I am pleased to see that Amazon has selected Columbus as a finalist for its second headquarters. Columbus is a growing, thriving city and there is no doubt in my mind that it is the best choice among the announced finalists. I was proud to lead more PR

Sen. Reed, Murkowski Lead Letter Urging Trump Administration to Bolster Public School Infrastructure (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The office of Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: In an effort to rebuild and modernize public schools, boost student achievement, and grow the nation's economy, U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), who both serve on the Senate Appropriations Committee, are leading a bipartisan effort to urge President Trump to create a federal-state partnership to invest in the infrastructure of the nation's public schools. The Senato more PR

Sen. Rubio Recognizes Miami-Dade County Teacher of Year Finalists (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, issued the following statement, which was published in the Congressional Record on Jan. 17, recognizing Miami-Dade County Teacher of the Year finalists: Mr. President, I would like to have printed in the Record an article that was published in today's Miami Herald, "What makes a classroom click? Meet four great teachers who make it happen," and recognize the finalists for the annual Miami-Dade County Teacher of the Year contest. I wish them, a more PR

Sen. Warren Leads Senate HELP Committee Democrats' Call for Immediate Hearings on Workplace Sexual Harassment (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The office of Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) today sent a letter to Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee Chairman Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) and Ranking Member Patty Murray (D-Wash.), requesting they immediately call hearings on workplace sexual harassment and assault. All HELP Committee Democrats joined Senator Warren in sending the letter. The HELP committee has oversight ov more PR

Sen. Warren, Massachusetts Delegation Question SAMHSA on Mental Health Challenges in Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- The office of Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: United States Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and members of the Massachusetts congressional delegation today sent a letter to Elinor McCance-Katz, the Assistant Secretary at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), to request information on SAMHSA's efforts to address mental health challenges in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands in the aftermat more PR

Sen. Young Advocates for Affordable and Accessible Education During First of Several Higher Education Hearings (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The office of Sen. Todd Young, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: Today, during a hearing in the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP), U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) renewed his call for affordable and accessible education for all Hoosiers. Today's hearing was the first in a series over the coming weeks focused on improving and reauthorizing the Higher Education Act. Senator Young highlighted the impact of student loan debt and t more PR

Senate Conducted 11 Committee Hearings Jan. 17 (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Senate conducted 11 committee hearings Jan. 17: *Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs: Favorably reported the nominations of Jerome H. Powell, of Maryland, to be Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, Randal Quarles, of Colorado, to be a Member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, Brian D. Montgomery, of Texas, and Robert Hunter Kurtz, of Virginia, both to be an Assistant Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, and Da more PR

Senate Conducted Eight Committee Hearings on Jan. 18 (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- The Senate conducted eight committee hearings on Jan. 18: *Armed Services: To examine the nominations of Michael D. Griffin, of Alabama, to be Under Secretary for Research and Engineering, Phyllis L. Bayer, of Mississippi, to be an Assistant Secretary of the Navy, and John Henderson, of South Dakota, who was introduced by Senator Rounds, and William Roper, of Georgia, each to be an Assistant Secretary of the Air Force, all of the Department of Defense, after the nominees more PR

Senate Education Committee Sets Hearing on Reauthorizing Higher Education Act (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following hearing information: Reauthorizing the Higher Education Act: Financial Aid Simplification and Transparency at 430 Dirksen Senate Office Building at 10 a.m. on Jan. 18: Witnesses 1. Matthew Chingos, Director, Education Policy Program, Urban Institute, Washington, DC 2. Joanna Darcus, Massachusetts Legal Assistance Corporation Racial Justice Fellow, National Consumer Law Center, Boston, Massac more PR

Senate Health Committee Sets Hearing on Facing 21st Century Public Health Threats (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following hearing information: Facing 21st Century Public Health Threats: Our Nation's Preparedness and Response Capabilities, Part I at 430 Dirksen Senate Office Building at 10 a.m. on Jan. 17: Witnesses Robert Kadlec, Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response, Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, D.C. Scott Gottlieb, Commissioner, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Silver Spr more PR

Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee Sets Hearing on Nominations, Subcommittee Assignments (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following hearing information: S-216, The President's Room at 12:30 p.m. on Jan. 18: Agenda * Subcommittee Assignments for 115th Congress, Second Session * Nomination of Brigadier General Mitchell Zais, USA (Ret.) to be Deputy Secretary, Department of Education * Nomination of Kenneth Marcus to be Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Department of Education * Nomination of James Blew to be Assistan more PR

Senate HELP Committee Issues Testimony From CDC Director (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by Rear Admiral Stephen Redd, director of the Office of Public Health Preparedness and Response at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, at a hearing entitled "Facing 21st Century Public Health Threats: Our Nation's Preparedness and Response Capabilities, Part I": "Chairman Alexander, Senator Murray, and other members of the Committee. I am Rear Admiral Stephen Redd, Direct more PR

Senate HELP Committee Issues Testimony From FDA Commissioner (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by Scott Gottlieb, commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration, at a hearing entitled "Facing 21st Century Public Health Threats: Our Nation's Preparedness and Response Capabilities, Part I": "Chairman Alexander, Ranking Member Murray, and members of the committee, thank you for the opportunity to appear today to discuss reauthorization of the Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedne more PR

Senate HELP Committee Issues Testimony From HHS Assistant Secretary (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by Bob Kadlec, assistant secretary for preparedness and response at the Department of Health and Human Services, at a hearing entitled "Facing 21st Century Public Health Threats: Our Nation's Preparedness and Response Capabilities, Part I": "Good morning Mr. Chairman, Senator Murray, and other distinguished Members of the Committee. I am Dr. Bob Kadlec, the Assistant Secretary for Pr more PR

Senate HELP Committee Issues Testimony From National Consumer Law Center (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by Joanna K. Darcus, racial justice fellow at National Consumer Law Center, at a hearing entitled "Reauthorizing the Higher Education Act: Financial Aid Simplification and Transparency": "Mr. Chairman, Ranking Member Murray, and Members of the Committee, the National Consumer Law Center (NCLC) thanks you for holding this hearing and for inviting us to testify today. We care deeply ab more PR

Senate HELP Committee Issues Testimony From University of Michigan (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by Susan Dynarski, professor of public policy, education and economics at the University of Michigan, at a hearing entitled "Reauthorizing the Higher Education Act: Financial Aid Simplification and Transparency": "Chairman Alexander, Ranking Member Murray, and members of the committee, thank you for the opportunity to testify today. US Student Loans in International Context "Americ more PR

Senate HELP Committee Sets Hearing on Nominations, Subcommittee Assignments (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following upcoming hearing: Nominations and subcommittee assignments at S-216, the President's Room at 12:30 p.m. on January 18: Agenda * Subcommittee Assignments for 115th Congress, Second Session * Nomination of Brigadier General Mitchell Zais, USA (Ret.) to be Deputy Secretary, Department of Education * Nomination of Kenneth Marcus to be Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Department of Educatio more PR

Senate HELP Committee Sets Hearing on Reauthorizing Higher Education Act (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following upcoming hearing: Reauthorizing the Higher Education Act: Financial Aid Simplification and Transparency at 430 Dirksen Senate Office Building at 10 a.m. on Jan. 18: Witnesses Matthew Chingos, Director, Education Policy Program, Urban Institute, Washington, DC Joanna Darcus, Massachusetts Legal Assistance Corporation Racial Justice Fellow, National Consumer Law Center,Boston , MA Susan Dynar more PR

Senate Passes Resolution to Honor University of Charleston Men's Soccer Team (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The office of Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, issued the following news release: The U.S. Senate passed a resolution authored by Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) and co-sponsored by Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) to congratulate the University of Charleston men's soccer team for winning the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division II Men's Soccer Championship at Swope Soccer Village in Kansas City, Missouri on December 2, 2017. The Senate passed the resolution more PR

Senate Publishes Executive Communications 4071 to 4101 From Executive Branch on Jan. 17 (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Senate on Jan. 17 published 31 executive communications from the Executive Branch: EC-4071. A communication from the Chief of the Publications and Regulations Branch, Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Estate of George H. Bartell, Jr. v. Commissioner, 147 T.C. 140 (2016)" (AOD 2017-06) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on January 10, 2018; to the Committee on Finance. more PR

Senate Schedules 11 Committee Hearings for Jan. 17 (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Senate scheduled 11 committee hearings for Jan. 17: *Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs: Business meeting to consider the nominations of Jerome H. Powell, of Maryland, to be Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, Randal Quarles, of Colorado, to be a Member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, Brian D. Montgomery, of Texas, and Robert Hunter Kurtz, of Virginia, both to be an Assistant Secretary of Housing and Urban Devel more PR

Senate Schedules Seven Committee Hearings for Jan. 18 (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The Senate scheduled seven committee hearings for Jan. 18: *Armed Services: To examine the nominations of Michael D. Griffin, of Alabama, to be Under Secretary for Research and Engineering, Phyllis L. Bayer, of Mississippi, to be an Assistant Secretary of the Navy, and John Henderson, of South Dakota, and William Roper, of Georgia, each to be an Assistant Secretary of the Air Force, all of the Department of Defense. *Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs: To examine Comm more PR

Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Secretary of VA (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by David J. Shulkin, secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs, at a hearing entitled "The State of the VA: A Progress Report on Implementing 2017 VA Reform Legislation": "Good afternoon, Chairman Isakson, Ranking Member Tester, and Distinguished Members of the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Thank you for the opportunity to testify today about the successes the VA team is achieving for the more PR

Senator Mike Azinger Named Chairman of Banking and Insurance Committee (10)

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Jan. 18 -- The West Virginia Senate issued the following news release: Senate President Mitch Carmichael, R-Jackson, has named Senator Mike Azinger, R-Wood, Chairman of the Senate Banking and Insurance Committee. He replaces Senator Jeff Mullins, R-Raleigh, who recently resigned from the West Virginia Senate. Senator Azinger, who was elected in 2016 to fill the unexpired term in the Third District, currently serves as Vice Chairman of the Interstate Cooperation Commi more PR

Senators Send President Report on Ethical Breaches and Special Interest Self-Dealing in Trump Administration (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- The office of Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: Today, Senators Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Tom Udall (D-NM), Edward J. Markey (D-MA), Gary Peters (D-MI), and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) sent a report to the White House on the serious ethical breaches and special interest self-dealing that has characterized the first year of Donald Trump's presidency. Their report details how the President and his cabinet have gained personally from the more PR

Senn Sponsors Resolution Calling for Appropriate Funding for the 2020 Census (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, Jan. 16 -- Washington House Democrats issued the following news release: On Monday, January 15, Rep. Tana Senn, D-Mercer Island, introduced a bipartisan joint resolution calling on the federal government to fund the 2020 Census adequately. In addition, the resolution calls for the appointment of a new director for the Federal Census Bureau, which has been operating without a permanent director since John H. Thompson stepped down in June of last year. The resolution addres more PR

Sens. Blumenthal and Warren Introduce Legislation to Help Student Veterans Secure Housing (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The office of Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) introduced legislation to allow student veterans to more easily access documentation needed to secure housing. The Securing Electronic Records for Veterans Ease (SERVE) Act requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to make documentation of Post 9/11 GI Bill monthly housing stipends available online for use in v more PR

Sens. Cochran & Wicker Commend Miss. Students Chosen for 2018 U.S. Senate Youth Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The office of Sen. Thad Cochran, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Thad Cochran (R-Miss.) and Roger Wicker (R-Miss) today commended Morgan Elise Atkins of Olive Branch and Noah Harris of Hattiesburg on their selection to represent the Magnolia State at the 56th annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP). Atkins and Harris are scheduled to meet Cochran and Wicker as part of the 2018 USSYP Washington Week, March 3-10. They will particip more PR

Sens. Isakson, Perdue Announce Georgia Students Selected for 56th Annual U.S. Senate Youth Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The office of Sen. Johnny Isakson, R-Georgia, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., and David Perdue, R-Ga., today announced that two Georgia high school students have been selected as delegates to the 56th annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) that will be held March 3 through 10, 2018, in Washington, D.C. Kendall Chamberlain of Cumming, Ga., and Aaron Fondal of Locust Grove, Ga., were chosen in a very competitive selection more PR

Sens. Manchin, Capito Announce West Virginia Students Selected for 2018 U.S. Senate Youth Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The office of Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.)and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today announced the two West Virginia high school students who will serve as delegates to the 56th annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) in Washington, D.C. Jerry Lacy of Charleston and Ely Osborne of Clay were selected as two of more than 100 student delegates to attend the program's Washington Week, taking more PR

Sens. Markey and Brown to President Trump: The Opioid Crisis Is Too Important for You to Over-Promise and Under-Deliver (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The office of Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) today sent a letter to President Donald Trump outlining his administration's lackluster response to the opioid crisis. The Senators provided examples of several steps President Trump could take to mitigate the opioid epidemic, where instead he has abdicated leadership to the detriment of the national response to the crisis more PR

Sens. Murray, Cantwell Question Trump Administration Medicaid Waiver Authority (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The office of Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senators Patty Murray, lead Democrat on the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, Maria Cantwell, a senior Democrat on the Senate Finance Committee, and 27 other Senate Democrats sent a letter (https://www.finance.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/011818%20Wyden%20Senate%20Democrats%20Letter%20to%20Hargan%20on%20Medicaid%20Waiver%20Authority.pdf) to Acting Health and Hum more PR

Sens. Warren, Blumenthal Introduce Legislation to Help Student Veterans Secure Housing (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The office of Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: United States Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) introduced legislation to allow student veterans to more easily access documentation needed to secure housing. The Securing Electronic Records for Veterans Ease (SERVE) Act requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to make documentation of Post 9/11 GI Bill monthly housing stipends available onli more PR

Sens. Wicker & Cochran Commend Miss. Students Chosen for 2018 U.S. Senate Youth Program (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Roger Wicker, R-Miss., and Thad Cochran, R-Miss., today commended Morgan Elise Atkins of Olive Branch and Noah Harris of Hattiesburg on their selection to represent the Magnolia State at the 56th annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP). Atkins and Harris are scheduled to meet Cochran and Wicker as part of the 2018 USSYP Washington Week, March 3-10. They will partici more PR

SFCC Announces Free Information Sessions on PRO-TEC Program (10)

SANTA FE, N.M., Jan. 18 -- Santa Fe Community College issued the following news release: Santa Fe Community College in partnership with Santa Fe County and the Northern Area Local Workforce Development Board announces a series of free information sessions on Jan. 22, Jan. 24, Jan. 27 and Jan. 29 about the Professional Readiness for Technical Careers (PRO-TEC) program, which begins Feb. 26 at the college. PRO-TEC offers preparatory training for entry-level employment in a variety of industries more PR

Shauna Braun Zukowski '92 to Give 31st Annual Christy Lecture, Feb. 11 (10)

NEW WILMINGTON, Pennsylvania, Jan. 18 -- Westminster College issued the following news release: Westminster College will host the 31st annual Wayne H. Christy Memorial Lecture on Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Wallace Memorial Chapel. Eight-time All American swimmer and secondary school administrator Shauna Braun Zukowski '92 will speak on her experiences as an educator, administrator, wife, mother and survivor of a ruptured brain aneurysm. Zukowski began her career teaching ma more PR

Six Questions in Three Minutes: Brown Implements Quick, Easy 'MyinTuition' Cost Estimator (10)

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Jan. 17 -- Brown University issued the following news release: To many prospective students and families, Brown University's commitment to making a Brown education accessible to students from all income backgrounds is clear. The University does not consider an undergraduate applicant's ability to pay tuition in admission decisions, meets the full demonstrated financial need of every admitted student and last month eliminated loans from all University-packaged undergrad more PR

SJR State Rad Tech Program Earns Maximum Accreditation (10)

PALATKA, Florida, Jan. 20 -- St. Johns River State College issued the following news release: St. Johns River State College's Radiologic Technology program was recently awarded accreditation for a period of eight years by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), the only agency recognized by both the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation for the accreditation of radiologic science programs. In a letter to SJR more PR

SJU Names Chief Marketing and Communications Officer (10)

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 16 -- St. Joseph's University issued the following news release: Marie Williams, a marketing communications professional with more than 20 years of experience in the field, has been named Saint Joseph's University's chief marketing and communications officer. She will join the University starting Monday, February 12. "Marie brings with her a terrific blend of both higher education and for-profit experience," says Joseph P. Kender, vice president for University more PR

SJU's Center for Professional Development Designated as Registered Education Provider (10)

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 16 -- St. Joseph's University issued the following news release: Saint Joseph's University's Center for Professional Development (CPD) was designated as a Registered Education Provider (R.E.P.) by the Project Management Institute (PMI). PMI's approval as a R.E.P. organization allows the University to hold prestigious project management trainings for candidates preparing to take project management certification exams. SJU's primary Project Management course will more PR

Skaggs Family Makes 'Transformational' Lead Gift Toward Scripps Research Institute's Graduate Program Endowment (10)

LA JOLLA, California, Jan. 17 -- The Scripps Research Institute issued the following news release: The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) announced that the Skaggs family has made a lead gift through their foundations toward TSRI's $100 million campaign to establish fellowships for all students in its Graduate Program. In recognition of this gift, the program will be renamed the Skaggs Graduate School of Chemical and Biological Sciences. "This transformational gift by the Skaggs family to our more PR

Small City Helped Shape Professor Gilda Ochoa, Now She is Helping Reshape It (10)

CLAREMONT, California, Jan. 16 -- Pomona College issued the following news: Joining in with dozens of other La Puente residents, Pomona College Professor Gilda Ochoa crowded into a packed city council meeting last January 2017. They were there to see the vote on a controversial resolution to make La Puente a "sanctuary city" for immigrants, people of color, religious minorities, LGBTQ people and people with disabilities. The vote was unanimous - 4-0 with one absent councilmember - as the La Pu more PR

Small, Deliberate Steps Can Lead to Effective Nutritional Game Plan (10)

DALLAS, Texas, Jan. 16 -- The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center issued the following news release: You confidently started off 2018 with a surefire resolution. The growing bulges that have been bugging you were going to magically melt away. Twenty, 30, 50 pounds would disappear, and you would be a new person by swimsuit season. But, after a few weeks, you might be back to doing the same old (wrong) things all over again. And make no mistake - those holiday get-togethers have left more PR

Smallwood Nurse Mobility Bill is First to Cross the Finish Line (10)

DENVER, Colorado, Jan. 17 -- The Colorado Senate Republicans issued the following news: Whether it counts as a new world record no one can say for sure. But the speed with which Senator Jim Smallwood's SB-27 flew through the Statehouse sent heads spinning, by showed how quickly lawmakers can move when they absolutely must. When signed by the Governor, Smallwood's bill will include Colorado nurses in a 25-state information-sharing compact, aimed at speeding background checks and improving their more PR

Smashing Engineering's Gender Imbalance - One Camp at a Time (10)

SYDNEY, Australia, Jan. 16 -- The University of New South Wales issued the following news release: As part of its aim for 30percent female enrolments in engineering by 2020, UNSW is bringing Year 11 and 12 girls to campus for a week of hands-on activities that offer a taste of the booming profession. Aiming for 30percent female enrolments in engineering by 2020, UNSW is bringing Year 11 and 12 girls to campus for a week of hands-on activities that give a taste of the booming profession. More more PR

Smith Joins MDOT Public Affairs Team (10)

JACKSON, Mississippi, Jan. 18 -- The Mississippi Department of Transportation issued the following news release: Jas N Smith of Purvis, former Communication Director for the Hattiesburg Public School District (HPSD), has joined the Public Affairs Division at the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT). Smith will serve as a Public Information Officer for the Southern Transportation District. He will cover transportation news in 27 counties in South Mississippi including Brookhaven, Hat more PR

Smoking is Down, But Almost 38 Million American Adults Still Smoke (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued the following news release: Overall, cigarette smoking among U.S. adults (aged >=18 years) declined from 20.9 percent in 2005 to 15.5 percent in 2016. Yet, nearly 38 million American adults smoked cigarettes ("every day" or "some days") in 2016, according to data released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The new data, from the National Health more PR

SMPTE Announces Appointments of New Secretary/Treasurer and 2018 Directors (10)

WHITE PLAINS, New York, Jan. 18 -- 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, today announced that the SMPTE Board of Governors has appointed a new secretary/treasurer and has named the Society's 2018 directors. John E. Ferder has been appointed to serve as SMPTE secretary/treasurer, a position left more PR

SNAP Is Linked With Improved Nutritional Outcomes and Lower Health Care Costs (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Center on Budget & Policy Priorities issued the following news release: New and emerging research links the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly food stamps), the nation's most important anti-hunger program, with improved health outcomes and lower health care costs. This research adds to previous work showing SNAP's powerful capacity to help families buy adequate food, reduce poverty, and help stabilize the economy during recessions. SNAP is the more PR

SNF to Honor Five National 2018 School Nutrition Heroes (10)

NATIONAL HARBOR, Maryland, Jan. 16 -- The School Nutrition Association issued the following news release: The non-profit School Nutrition Foundation (SNF) has announced the national recognition of five School Nutrition Heroes for their efforts as positive role models in their field in 2018. The Heroes were nominated by their peers and chosen by SNF because they epitomize the hardworking characteristics of those devoted to serving students and helping their communities. The 2018 School Nutritio more PR

Social Mobility Business Partnership Launches (10)

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Jan. 17 -- Reed Smith, a law firm, issued the following news release: The Social Mobility Business Partnership (SMBP) is a unique and award-winning social mobility programme bringing together companies, professional service organisations and professional sports clubs is to be expanded widening its remit to promoting social mobility in business with particular focus on the legal and the accountancy professions, it was announced today. The Legal Social Mobility Partners more PR

Soldier Development Program Teaches Value of Higher Education for Career, Civilian Life (10)

WIESBADEN, Germany, Jan. 19 -- The U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command issued the following news: U.S. Army Signal Soldiers gathered for a series of classes and presentations about higher education opportunities, the promotion system and other personnel readiness issues during the quarterly Soldier Development Program Jan. 18, 2018 in Wiesbaden. The classes were organized by the 102nd Strategic Signal Battalion, 2nd Theater Signal Brigade, and included participants from Baumholder, more PR

Somalia: Al-Shabab Demanding Children (10)

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan. 14 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news release: The Islamist armed group Al-Shabab has threatened and abducted civilians in Somalia's Bay region to force communities to hand over their children for indoctrination and military training in recent months. Since late September 2017, Al-Shabab has ordered elders, teachers in Islamic religious schools, and communities in rural areas to provide hundreds of children as young as 8 or face attack. The armed group's incre more PR

Sophomore Jayde Proffitt Discovers Competitive Spirit (10)

CROOKSTON, Minnesota, Jan. 16 -- The University of Minnesota's Crookston campus issued the following news release: Sophomore Jayde Proffitt isn't a competitive person, that is, until she finds herself in the arena competing for the Golden Eagles as a member of the Western Equestrian team. From Winsted, Minn., Proffitt grew up in town and enjoyed trail riding with friends but never owned a horse of her own. That fact hasn't stopped her from pursuing a degree in equine science at the University more PR

SOU Trustees Endorse National Initiative to Boost Higher Ed Perception (10)

ASHLAND, Oregon, Jan. 19 -- Southern Oregon University issued the following news: The Southern Oregon University Board of Trustees voted unanimously today to pass a resolution to support and participate in a project with college and university trustees nationwide to revive the public's trust in higher education. The Guardians Initiative - developed by the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) - is intended to increase support for higher education. It aims to streng more PR

South Kordofan: Students From Aldalang University Arbitrarily Arrested After SAF Officer Shot Two Students to Death (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 18 -- The African Centre for Justice and Peace Studies issued the following news release: The African Centre of Justice and Peace Studies (ACJPS) is concerned for the safety and well-being of students from Aldalang University in South Kordofan who have been arbitrarily arrested after joint security forces (National Intelligence and Security Services, Military Intelligence, Sudan Armed Forces and Police) raided the university following a student protest staged after an officer of more PR

South Korea: Act to End Discrimination (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 18 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news release: In 2017, South Korea experienced a tumultuous year that saw the election of a president who has promised to address long-standing human rights problems but still faces has an uphill fight to do so, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2018. In May, South Korean voters elected Moon Jae-In, a former human rights lawyer and the leader of the left-leaning Democratic Party of Korea. In the 643-page World Report, more PR

South Sudan Complex Emergency Fact Sheet #3 FY18 (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following fact sheet: HIGHLIGHTS Armed clashes continue in violation of cessation of hostilities agreement 2018 South Sudan HRP calls for more than $1.7 billion to meet the humanitarian needs of 6 million people KEY DEVELOPMENTS Although parties to the conflict in South Sudan signed a cessation of hostilities (COH) agreement on December 21, international media continue to report clashes between government and op more PR

Southern Africa: Increased Repression of Peaceful Dissent (10)

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, Jan. 18 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news release: Southern African governments clamped down on vocal journalists, activists, and opposition politicians in 2017, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2018. South Africa, which chairs the Southern African Development Community (SADC) between August 2017 and August 2018, should play a leadership role in placing human rights issues on the regional agenda. Southern African countries whose human more PR

Space Foundation International Teacher Liaison Program Adds 31 Educators, Including Five in India and One in Nigeria (10)

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, Jan. 17 -- The Space Foundation issued the following news release: Started by the Space Foundation in 2004, the Teacher Liaison program influences space and science education at an international level. Teacher Liaisons serve as advocates for space-themed education, and use Space Foundation-provided training and resources to further integrate space principles into the classroom. The Space Foundation has selected 31 outstanding educators to join its Teacher Liaison pr more PR

Space Foundation Receives Lagasse Trust Donation (10)

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, Jan. 18 -- The Space Foundation issued the following news release: When Russell A. Lagasse passed away in Orange County, Calif, in 2009, his estate plan directed that a testamentary trust be established following the administration of his estate. The plan further directed that the trustees should use a portion of the trust assets for organizations that promote space travel. After researching and reviewing organizations that fit within these parameters, the Space Fou more PR

Speakers Encourage Others to 'Rise Up, Take Action' on MLK Day (10)

FORT COLLINS, Colorado, Jan. 18 -- Colorado State University issued the following news release: On Jan. 15, Fort Collins residents joined Colorado State University faculty, staff and students to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the annual community march. Gathering in Old Town Square, participants enjoyed complimentary donuts and coffee on a snowy morning, comparing signs and chatting with one another about why they chose to gather that morning. "I felt like there are a l more PR

Special Lecture at SFA to Feature Director of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (10)

NACOGDOCHES, Texas, Jan. 18 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news release: Stephen F. Austin State University's Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture and the SFA Division of Environmental Science will host a public lecture beginning at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 5, in the Brundrett Conservation Education Building at the Pineywoods Native Plant Center, 2900 Raguet St., in Nacogdoches. Heidi Grether, director of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, wil more PR

SSCC Speaker Addresses Overcoming Failure on Feb. 2 (10)

HILLSBORO, Ohio, Jan. 17 -- Southern State Community College issued the following news release: Guest speaker Daryl R. Privott, Ph.D. will present "Six Blocks: Learning How to Overcome Failure in Today's World" 9-10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 2, on Southern State Community College's Central Campus, 100 Hobart Drive, Hillsboro. The event is free and open to the public. Failure is inevitable in life, and Dr. Privott will explain how critical it is we overcome these challenges and use them to our advantag more PR

SST Committee Issues Bipartisan Request for GAO Report on Sexual Harassment in Scientific Community (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Rep. Lamar Smith, R-Texas, chairman of the House Science, Space and Technology Committee, issued the following news release: U.S. House Science, Space, and Technology Committee Chairman Lamar Smith (R-Texas) and Ranking Member Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-Texas) today sent a letter to the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to request a report on sexual harassment by federally funded researchers, specifically looking at NIH, NSF, USDA, DOE and NASA. This letter is a contin more PR

St. Mary's College Physics Department Receives 2017 Award for Improving Undergraduate Physics Education (10)

ST. MARY'S CITY, Maryland, Jan. 18 -- St. Mary's College issued the following news release: The American Physical Society (APS) has recognized St. Mary's College's physics department with its 2017 Award for Improving Undergraduate Physics Education. The award "seeks to recognize excellence in undergraduate physics education and support best practices in education at the undergraduate level." APS described the St. Mary's College physic department as, "strong and vibrant, with an outstanding com more PR

Starlight Cove ES Welcomes New Principal Kimberly Jules (10)

LANTANA, Florida, Jan. 19 -- The School District of Palm Beach County issued the following news release: Starlight Cove Elementary School is welcoming a new principal to board the "Train" and lead the Lantana school. Kimberly Jules was approved by the School Board on Wednesday, January 17 and will be replacing current principal Cara Hayden, who is set to become the new principal of Wellington High School next month. "I am looking forward to serving the students, parents and community at Starl more PR

Starting Tomorrow: Second Round of Casting for Austrian Airlines Flight Attendants (10)

SCHWECHAT, Austria, Jan. 16 -- Austrian Airlines issued the following news release: As of tomorrow, January 17, 2018, Austrian Airlines will commence the second round of its flight attendant castings in the Austrian federal provinces and in South Tyrol in Italy. After two successful castings held in Linz and Graz in November 2017, the country's national airline will be looking to hire additional flight attendants in Bolzano, Innsbruck, Salzburg and Linz. The live castings will be held in Bolzan more PR

State Agencies Partner to Launch Vision Zero Traffic Safety Initiative (10)

BISMARCK, North Dakota, Jan. 18 -- The North Dakota Department of Transportation issued the following news release: Today, Governor Doug Burgum, along with the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT), North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP) and the North Dakota Department of Health (NDDoH), launched Vision Zero as the state's primary traffic safety initiative. The comprehensive, multi-agency effort's goal is to continually work toward zero motor vehicle fatalities and serious injuries on N more PR

State Awards $3.6 Million in Grants to Combat Invasive Species (10)

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 18 -- The Michigan Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: The Michigan departments of Environmental Quality, Natural Resources, and Agriculture and Rural Development today announced that 23 projects will share $3.6 million in state grants through the Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program, an initiative launched in 2014 to help prevent and control invasive species within the state. The program targets four key objectives: Preventing new in more PR

State Board Advocates for Full Evidence-Based Funding for All School Districts (10)

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Jan. 17 -- The Illinois State Board of Education issued the following news release: The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) today approved its budget request for public education funding for fiscal year 2019. ISBE recommended an investment to support educational excellence totaling approximately $15.7 billion in State General Funds. The recommended investment includes an Evidence-Based Funding (EBF) level that would ensure every school district in the state can cove more PR

State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits (10)

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 17 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced today the following audits and examinations have been issued: State Education Department: Kennedy Child Study Center: Compliance with the Reimbursable Cost Manual (2017-S-7) Kennedy is a New York City-based not-for-profit organization authorized by SED to provide preschool special education services to children with disabilities more PR

State Department Seeks Assistance with Persons with Disabilities (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 20 -- The Department of State's Office of Acquisitions has issued a sources sought notice (19AQMM18N0026) for assistance with persons with disabilities. The notice states: "Contractor will provide personnel who have sufficient experience, education, training and skill set to meet the requirements of eligible employees who because of severe disabilities, require assistance in order to work or participate in work-related travel." Response Date: Feb. 2, 2018; Set Aside: Total Sma more CTR

State Historic Preservation Office to Present Training Session on Historic Tax Credit Program in Berkeley Springs Jan. 30 (10)

BERKELEY SPRINGS, West Virginia, Jan. 17 -- The West Virginia Division of Culture and History issued the following news release: The West Virginia State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) will present a training session on the Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit program at the Morgan Arts Council, 138 Independence Street, on Tuesday, Jan. 30 at 5:30 p.m. The program is being hosted by the Bath Historic Landmark Commission. The session is free and open to the public. The training session will i more PR

State of US Science Enterprise Report Shows US Leads in S&E as China Rapidly Advances (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The National Science Foundation issued the following news release: According to the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Science and Engineering Indicators2018 report released today, the United States is the global leader in science and technology (S&T). However, the U.S. global share of S&T activities is declining as other nations -- especially China -- continue to rise. The National Science Board (NSB) is the governing body of NSF and publishes the congressionally manda more PR

State Superintendent Issues Statement For Wisconsin State Education Convention Address (10)

MADISON, Wisconsin, Jan. 17 -- The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction issued the following statement by State Superintendent Tony Evers for the Wisconsin state education convention address: Thank you, Barb Sramek for the introduction. I want to start by recognizing John Ashley, his board, and his staff at WASB. This convention is always one of the highlights of my year, and I appreciate the work that goes in to making it a success. Let's give them a round of applause. I also want to re more PR

State System's Board of Governors Finalizes Search Criteria for Next Chancellor (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 17 -- The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education issued the following news release: Clearly outlining its vision for the next chief executive to lead the state's 14 public universities, the Board of Governors of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education has finalized the search criteria it will use to recruit "a visionary chancellor for the university system of choice for more than 100,000 students." The document, released today, calls for the chance more PR

State to Invest in Skills Building and Making Iowa Future Ready (10)

DES MOINES, Iowa, Jan. 18 -- Iowa Workforce Development issued the following news release: Gov. Kim Reynolds is proposing a plan to invest $18 million in workforce training across the state. This comes after Iowa's unemployment rate was reported at 2.9 percent for November 2017, the lowest in 17 years. Yet there is a critical need for the funding, demonstrated by the mismatch of Iowa's qualified workers to available jobs. Iowa's job boards reveal approximately 50,000 open positions statewide, more PR

State's Graduation Rate Improves Slightly to 79 Percent (10)

DENVER, Colorado, Jan. 18 -- The Colorado Department of Education issued the following news release: Colorado's four-year graduation rate increased to 79 percent for the Class of 2017 and is the highest rate since 2010, according to data released today by the Colorado Department of Education. The Class of 2017 had 858 more graduates than the Class of 2016 or 0.1 percentage points higher than the 2015-16 four-year graduation rate of 78.9 percent. Since 2010, Colorado's high school graduation ra more PR

Statistics Investment to Underpin WA Grains Research Advances (10)

PERTH, Australia, Jan. 16 -- Curtin University (formerly the Curtin University of Technology) issued the following news release: The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) has announced a major new investment aimed at strengthening and enhancing national and regional grains research outcomes. The GRDC has launched phase three of its Statistics for the Australian Grains Industry (SAGI) program which will involve the creation of four nodes across Australia to deliver an unprecedented more PR

Stats for Stories: Groundhog Day (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey issued the following news release: Groundhog Day, from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Centers for Environmental Information: "Every February 2, thousands gather at Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, to await the spring forecast from a special groundhog. Known as Punxsutawney Phil, this groundhog will emerge from his simulated tree trunk home and look for his shadow, which more PR

Stonier Elected to Key Leadership Role in Olympia (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, Jan. 15 -- Washington House Democrats issued the following news release: Rep. Monica Stonier, D-Vancouver, was elected to serve as Deputy Majority Whip by members of the House Democratic Caucus on today. "It's an honor to be elected by my colleagues to serve in this role," said Stonier. "Southwest Washington will now have a strong voice at the leadership table as lawmakers work this session to provide more support for public schools, address the opioid crisis, reverse the more PR

Stossel Exposes SPLC (10)

ORLANDO, Florida, Jan. 18 -- Liberty Counsel issued the following news release: John Stossel, an American consumer television personality known for his career on both ABC News and Fox Business Channel, has now exposed that the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), which continually grossly misrepresents and labels pro-family and conservative organizations as so-called "hate groups," "has become a hate group itself and is now a left-wing, money-grabbing, slander machine." Stossel reports on his s more PR

Stough '17 Pursues Master's Degree at One of the Country's Most Prestigious Film Schools (10)

WAYNE, Nebraska, Jan. 18 -- Wayne State College issued the following news release: The electronic media alumnus reflects on her time at WSC, which greatly contributed to her graduate school success. Morgan Stough '17, a recent Wayne State graduate from Bellevue, Neb., who decided halfway through her senior year she wanted to pursue a master's degree in film, said she missed the application deadline for "every film school in the country." But nevermind that - after graduating with a degree in more PR

Student Mobility, Degree Completion, This Week's Topic on Infinite Opportunities (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 17 -- The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education issued the following news release: Rose Miller, a "nontraditional" student attending Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania, will talk about how she was able to go back to college on this week's episode of Infinite Opportunities, which will air Sunday morning on the Pennsylvania Cable Network (PCN). Miller, who is working toward a Bachelor of Applied Science in technical leadership degree, will be joined on t more PR

Student Spotlight: Destani Malicoat (10)

CHICKASHA, Oklahoma, Jan. 18 -- The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma issued the following news: "Picking this school is the greatest choice I've ever made." Since her freshman year as a Drover in 2014, Destani Malicoat has flourished into not only an impressive student, but a well-rounded individual with a carefully crafted work ethic. She attributes her academic progress to the unique curriculum of the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma. Malicoat came to USAO as a graduate more PR

Students and Industry to Benefit From More Tech Programming in Victoria (10)

VICTORIA, British Columbia, Jan. 18 -- Camosun College issued the following news release: Students can look forward to the addition of hundreds of tech-related seats in Victoria, which will provide them with the relevant education and training needed to succeed in B.C.'s rapidly growing tech sector. "People throughout B.C. will have increased access to good-paying jobs in the booming tech sector with our government's investment in tech seats throughout the province," said Melanie Mark, Ministe more PR

Students Document the Lives of African-American Women in Chattanooga With Mayor Council's Initiative to Tell Herstories (10)

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Jan. 18 -- The University of Tennessee's Chattanooga campus issued the following news release: Shalonda Barnes admits she was intimidated. Walking into an office to conduct an interview with Dr. Autumn Graves, head of Girls Preparatory School, was out of Barnes' comfort zone and approaching research in a whole new way. There weren't library books or a computer screen to hide behind; Barnes was face-to-face with her subject. "It was kind of scary at first," said Barnes, more PR

Students Glean Wisdom From Professors Through New Discipleship Opportunity (10)

FORT WORTH, Texas, Jan. 16 -- Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary issued the following news release: Throughout the fall 2017 semester, students in Southwestern Seminary's undergraduate, master's and doctoral programs had the unique opportunity to learn from the experience and wisdom of their professors outside the traditional academic context. In the new program called the Legacy Leadership Track, students met with a group once a month to discuss life, ministry and leadership as professo more PR

Students to Receive 2017 Youth Social Justice Award From Holland's Human Relations Commission for DACA March, Rally (10)

HOLLAND, Michigan, Jan. 16 -- Hope College issued the following news release: Students at Hope College will receive the 2017 Youth Social Justice Award from Holland's Human Relations Commission for their leadership in organizing the Tuesday, Oct. 31, march and rally held to advocate for those impacted by DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals). The award will recognize the three student organizations that co-sponsored the event -- Hope Democrats, Hope United for Justice and the Latino St more PR

Students, Teachers Tout Computer Science During Capitol Code Day (10)

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Jan. 18 -- The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry issued the following news release: This week at the Capitol, Missouri high school students visited with lawmakers to showcase their coding skills. Taylor Northern, a freshman at Bolivar High School, is already looking forward to a career in a computer science related field. "I like the fact that it makes me feel like I can do something for the future because technology is our future and it's here to stay," said more PR

Study Examines Employment Trends Among Patients With Kidney Failure (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The American Society of Nephrology issued the following news release: Although working-aged patients in the United States who are initiating dialysis are more likely to be employed than similar patients in the past, employment at the start of dialysis has remained low. This low employment is, in large part, due to patients leaving the workforce before they develop kidney failure. The findings, which come from a study appearing in an upcoming issue of the Clinical Journa more PR

Study Shows Doctors Record Better Notes After Using Best-Practices Program (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, Jan. 17 -- The University of California's Los Angeles campus issued the following research alert: FINDINGS The quality and efficiency of notes doctors took about their patients improved when they received education and guidelines that emphasized best practices. In a study led by UCLA researchers, physicians were instructed to document only what was relevant for that day and were discouraged from using some common tools that are intended to make note-taking more effici more PR

Study: High Tolerance for Wildlife Exists Around Indian Reserves Despite Continued Losses (10)

RAJASTHAN, India, Jan. 16 -- The Wildlife Conservation Society issued the following news release: A new study from WCS (Wildlife Conservation Society), Duke University, and the Centre for Wildlife Studies in India finds that communities living near wildlife reserves in Rajasthan, India, show a high tolerance for wildlife. This is despite them having experienced losses in crops and livestock as a result of interaction with wildlife like nilgai, jackal and wild pig, as well as larger carnivores s more PR

Summers Diabetes Awareness Bill Passes House Unanimously, Moves on to Senate for Further Action (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Jan. 18 -- The Indiana House Democrats issued the following news: Indiana House members have approved legislation authored by State Representative Vanessa Summers (D-Indianapolis) that takes the next significant steps in her efforts to reduce the impact of diabetes in our state. House Bill 1175 was created in order to establish workgroups that will create plans to help raise awareness of diabetes and prediabetes in Indiana. Many different groups will be in play, includin more PR

SXU Ranks No. 4 Among Illinois Colleges With Best ROI for Underserved Students (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 17 -- St. Xavier University issued the following news release: Saint Xavier University (SXU) ranked fourth in Illinois among colleges and universities that are considered the best investments for underserved students, according to a new study, "Cornerstones of Student Success: Institutions Yielding High Return on Investment for Underserved Students," recently released by the Illinois Education Research Council (IERC). "Our analysis of Illinois four-year postsecondary in more PR

Syrian Refugees Find Welcoming Community at VIU Cowichan (10)

NANAIMO, British Columbia, Jan. 19 -- Vancouver Island University issued the following news: A Syrian couple who spent four years living at a residential complex for refugees in northern Iraq are finding a welcoming new community at Vancouver Island University's (VIU's) Cowichan Campus. Baraa Mohammed and Fanar Sheikh Zein, Kurdish Syrians from Qamishli, in the northern part of the country, came to Canada looking for a better life for their daughter, Ariana, who was born shortly after they arr more PR

Takko and Blake Secure Millions for Construction Projects in the 19th District (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, Jan. 18 -- Washington House Democrats issued the following news release: Earlier this evening, the Senate and House of Representatives passed a $4.18 billion-investment capital budget. SB 6090 includes a record $1 billion to build new public schools, a key provision to help school districts reduce K-3 class sizes, as well as $800 million in projects at colleges and universities across the state. In all, the budget will generate an estimated 75,000 jobs in construction, en more PR

Tasmanian Fulbright Scholar Teaches Virtual Reality at BC (10)

BELLEVUE, Washington, Jan. 16 -- Bellevue College issued the following news release: James Riggall, a Fulbright Scholar and founder of the Tasmanian startup Bitlink, is introducing students to the virtual world, live in the collaboratory at Bellevue College and live-streamed to innovation hubs on the other side of the earth in Tasmania. One class offered for Winter Quarter, Virtual Reality Design and Communications, is geared for anyone who wants to understand this emerging technology, while an more PR

Tata Trusts and PATH Announce India's First Impact Lab for Public Health (10)

NEW DELHI, India, Jan. 16 -- PATH issued the following news release: Tata Trusts and PATH today announced the establishment of the Tata Trusts-PATH Impact Lab, the first such in India, to support and bring to market innovations for affordable public health solutions to benefit vulnerable populations with limited resources. Among the priorities will be solutions in maternal and child health, nutrition, and diagnostics for chronic and infectious diseases. The Impact Lab's aim is to create and su more PR

TCC Adjunct Professor Appointed to Task Force on Academic Credit and Industry Recognition (10)

FORT WORTH, Texas, Jan. 19 -- Tarrant County College issued the following news release: Tarrant County College Adjunct Professor Vanessa Steinkamp is leveraging her scholarly experience and commitment to service as a member of the Task Force on Academic Credit and Industry Recognition by Gov. Greg Abbott. Steinkamp, a respected government instructor at TCC Northeast in Hurst, will serve along with Mike Bell of Henderson, Tac Buchanan of Amarillo, Sam Hurley of Athens and Jim Yeonopolus of Hark more PR

TCC's Radiography Program Earns Re-Accreditation (10)

NORFOLK, Virginia, Jan. 16 -- Tidewater Community College issued the following news release: Tidewater Community College's Radiography program received an eight-year continuing accreditation term from the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). "By earning the full eight years of accreditation, students can be sure that the program meets high standards and that, as graduates, they will be ready to take on highly technical aspects, along with patient care responsi more PR

TDOE Awards Grants in Every Grand Division to Support Further Growing Educator Diversity (10)

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Jan. 18 -- The Tennessee Department of Education issued the following news release: Education Commissioner Candice McQueen awarded funds to three school districts today for Diversity Innovation Implementation Grants. These grants underscore the department's commitment to supporting a high-quality, diverse, and effective educator workforce that meets the needs of all students across the state. In recent years, Tennessee has focused on improving the current educator pipelin more PR

TEA Drafts Corrective Action Plan for Special Education (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 18 -- The Texas Education Agency issued the following news release: At the direction of Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) has drafted an initial corrective action plan regarding the support and delivery of special education services in our state's public schools. The initial draft addresses all issues identified in a recent federal monitoring report, including the proper identification of special education students and assuring access to appropriate serv more PR

Tech in Ten: Integrating the Ecosystem (10)

HOUGHTON, Michigan, Jan. 16 -- Michigan Technological University issued the following news release: Michigan Tech's thought leaders glimpse into the University's future. Terry Sharik, dean of the School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science (SFRES), reflects on where natural resources education is heading over the next decade. What is an ecosystem? Definitions diverge. Dictionary.com defines ecosystem as "a system or group of interconnected elements formed by the interaction of a commu more PR

Tech's Haskins Earns Prestigious Spot in Rural Health Fellows Program (10)

RUSTON, Louisiana, Jan. 14 -- Louisiana Tech University issued the following news: Louisiana Tech associate professor and registered nurse Tara Haskins, one of only 17 professionals selected nationwide by the National Rural Health Association (NRHA) for its 2018 Rural Health Fellows program, grew up watching her grandmother serve as a nurse in the small family clinic that tried to meet the health needs of everyone in her home parish of Bienville. Stitches after bike accidents. Bruises after fa more PR

Technology, Teaching, Teamwork: Hollman Helping Protect Businesses From Cyber Attacks (10)

KEARNEY, Nebraska, Jan. 17 -- The University of Nebraska-Kearney issued the following news: Today, technology plays an important role in every discipline and industry. Technology allows businesses to work more effectively and efficiently, but communication often creates challenges for businesses and organizations. Angela Hollman is determined to find solutions for improving the communication processes between information technology departments and business executives, especially with the emer more PR

Tenth (10th) African Union Gender Pre-Summit Calls on African Women to Join in the Fight Against Corruption (10)

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, Jan. 17 -- The African Union issued the following news release: The Tenth African Union Gender Pre-Summit officially kicked off today, Wednesday 17 January 2018, at the African Union (AU) Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The Gender Pre-Summit (GPS) is holding under the theme: "Winning the Fight against Corruption: A Sustainable Path to Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment in Africa". The meeting is chaired by Mrs. Mashair Ahmed Elamin Abdalla, Minister of Securit more PR

Texans Need More Education for Their Money (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 17 -- Texas Public Policy Foundation issued the following news release: Today, the Texas Public Policy Foundation released a policy perspectiveanalyzing trends in state education spending since 2004. "Texas spends billions more in inflation-adjusted dollars on public education now than if per-student funding had remained the same as in the 2004-05 school year," said Dr. Vance Ginn, director of the Center for Economic Prosperity at TPPF and one of the authors of the perspect more PR

Texas A&M Biomedical Engineering Professor Delivers Lecture in Poland (10)

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Jan. 18 -- Texas A&M University's College of Engineering issued the following news release: Dr. Anthony Guiseppi-Elie, Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) research professor and professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Texas A&M University was selected to deliver the inaugural lecture of the newly convened Interdisciplinary Science Seminar Series at Wroclaw University of Science and Technology (WUST), Wroclaw, Poland. The WUST Interdisciplina more PR

Texas A&M University System Hires Navy SEAL to Lead Veterans Office (10)

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Jan. 17 -- The Texas A&M University System issued the following news release: Michael Sarraille, a former lieutenant commander in the U.S. Navy and a member of the storied SEAL teams, began working at the Texas A&M University System on Dec. 1 to lead the Veterans Support Office and make sure students who have served in the armed forces get the support they need at the System' 11 campuses across Texas. Sarraille, an Aggie himself, will coordinate operations for the Veter more PR

Texas Commission on Public School Finance to Meet in Austin (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 19 -- The Texas Education Agency issued the following news release: The Texas Commission on Public School Finance will meet on Tuesday, Jan. 23, at 10 a.m. in Room 1-104 of the William B. Travis Building, 1701 North Congress, in Austin. Created in 2017 during a special session of the 85th Texas Legislature, the 13-member Commission was established to develop and make recommendations for improvements to the current public school finance system or for new methods of financing more PR

Texas Democrats Comment on Gov. Greg Abbott's Tax Smokescreen (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 16 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following press document: Today, Republican Governor Greg Abbott recycled a piece of property tax reform that would limit local school districts' and cities' ability "to fix potholes, provide public safety, maintain infrastructure and educate students." [Dallas News, January 16, 2018] This is one of Abbott's failures during the legislative session. During that time, The Dallas Morning News Editorial Board cited Abbott's hypocrisy more PR

TFAH Releases Special Issue Brief: Racial Healing and Achieving Health Equity in the United States (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The Trust for America's Health issued the following news release: Today, Trust for America's Health (TFAH) released Racial Healing and Achieving Health Equity in the United States, which highlights and acknowledges health inequities, the factors that influences them and highlights policy recommendations that can help the nation achieve health equity. TFAH issued the brief in conjunction with The Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation's second annual National Day of Racia more PR

Tharinger and Chapman Applaud Passage of $4 Billion Construction Budget (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, Jan. 19 -- Washington House Democrats issued the following news release: The construction budget passed by the House and Senate will build a record $ 1 billion in new public schools and includes more than $46 million in local projects in the 24th District. "This budget will put people to work from Aberdeen to Port Angeles, building local schools, parks and other vital projects," said Rep. Steve Tharinger (D-Sequim), chair of the House Capital Budget Committee. "It's great more PR

The Audio Engineering Society Debuts The AES Inside Track Monthly Online Publication Highlighting Topics of Importance to the Professional Audio Community (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 17 -- The Audio Engineering Society issued the following news release: The AES has announced a new monthly online publication, The AES Inside Track, featuring expert industry curators highlighting an AES topic of choice, with editorial insight as well as links to related research topics, videos, important innovators in the field, and more. The AES Inside Track is available exclusively through the AES Member Portal and is an added member benefit, free to all AES members and availa more PR

The Barbara Bush Children's Hospital to Benefit From AFC Championship Tickets Raffle (10)

PORTLAND, Maine, Jan. 15 -- The Maine Medical Center issued the following news release: New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski announced on his Facebook page Sunday night that The Barbara Bush Children's Hospital (BBCH) is one of three beneficiaries of a raffle for tickets to this weekend's AFC Championship game between the Pats and the Jacksonville Jaguars in Foxborough, Mass. The raffle is hosted by the Gronk Nation Youth Foundation and also benefits Hasbro Children's Hospital in Rhod more PR

The Bard Institute for Writing & Thinking Goes on the Road (10)

ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, New York, Jan. 16 -- Bard College issued the following news release: For the first time in its thirty-year history, The Bard Institute for Writing & Thinking will offer a series of text-centered workshops for teachers at locations in Illinois and California. IWT On The Road will visit the Francis W. Parker School in Chicago, Illinois, on Friday, January 26, 2018; the College Preparatory School in Oakland, California on Friday, March 16; and Santa Clara University in Santa C more PR

The Delaware Riverkeeper Presents at ANJEE Conference (10)

PLAINSBORO TOWNSHIP, New Jersey, Jan. 19 -- The Delaware Riverkeeper Network issued the following news release: Maya van Rossum, the Delaware Riverkeeper and leader of the Delaware Riverkeper Network (DRN), gave the keynote speech at the Alliance for New Jersey Environmental Education Winter Conference on January 19. Over 100 people attended the speech titled "The Green Amendment: Securing our Right to a Healthy Environment," which is also the name of van Rossum's recent book. During her keyno more PR

The George B. Thomas, Sr. Learning Academy, Inc.: Saturday School Hosts Equity in Education Forum (10)

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Jan. 18 -- Montgomery County Public Schools issued the following news release: The George B. Thomas, Sr. Learning Academy Saturday School invites community members to register for its inaugural Education Forum breakfast on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at the Universities at Shady Grove. Participants can register for $40 online at www.saturdayschool.org. The Equity in Education Forum, sponsored by Achieve 3000, IvyVine Charities and Revere Bank, will discuss the significa more PR

The Kirschner Trusts Award $6,000 Grant to OMRF Researcher (10)

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Jan. 15 -- The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation issued the following news: OMRF has received a $6,000 grant from The Kirschner Trusts. The one-time grant will help OMRF scientist Jian Li, Ph.D., with start-up costs and laboratory equipment to help launch his new lab at the Oklahoma City-based nonprofit. Li joined OMRF's Functional and Chemical Genomics Program in 2017 from Northwestern University in Chicago. At OMRF, Li is studying the basic cellular mechanisms un more PR

The Latino Opportunity to Create a New Dynamic (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 18 -- The Boston Foundation issued the following news release: The recent Boston Globe Spotlight series on the city's racist image and reality drives home some of the challenges facing the city's minority communities to gain a foothold in the city's power structures. The Latino community in Boston faces many of the same issues around race and inequality as the Black community. For Latinos, one of the biggest challenges has been to find ways to unite and raise a coll more PR

The National Center Announces Addition of New Board Members (10)

MESA, Arizona, Jan. 19 -- The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development issued the following news release: The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development (National Center) announced the addition of four new members to its Board of Directors. New members Charlie Galbraith, Lillian Sparks Robinson, Helvi Sandvik, and Burton W. Warrington will work with the current Board to oversee the planning and execution of National Center activities, including assisting Americ more PR

The Princeton Review Has Released Its Annual 'Colleges That Pay You Back' Book & Ranking Lists in Seven Categories for 2018 (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 16 -- The Princeton Review issued the following news release: The Princeton Review(R) today released the 2018 edition of Colleges That Pay You Back: The 200 Schools That Give You the Best Bang for Your Tuition Buck (Penguin Random House / Princeton Review Books, $22.99, January 16). This annual guidebook, now in its 4th year, is the education services company's resource for college-bound students and their parents shopping for affordable, academically outstanding colleges that g more PR

The Rhodes Trust Announces Dr Elizabeth Kiss as Its New Warden & CEO (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, Jan. 17 -- Agnes Scott College issued the following news: Today, the Rhodes Trust announces that Dr Elizabeth Kiss will become the new Warden and CEO, starting in August 2018. Dr Kiss will be the first female Warden of the Rhodes Trust. The Rhodes Trust - the preeminent international scholarship programme established at the University of Oxford in 1903 - selects creative young leaders with a commitment to serving others and standing up for the world. In the century since the more PR

The RV Industry Association's Leadership Approves Launch of New Annual Event Celebrating Innovation and New Industry Products (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association issued the following news release: During the 2018 RV Leadership Conference, the RV Industry Association's (RVIA) Board of Directors unanimously determined that a completely new approach was needed for the industry's national event. Over the past decade, the Open House has firmly established itself as the premier buying event, while at the same time the National RV Trade Show has not successfully redefined its purpose. It is cle more PR

The State's Top School Nurse and School Nurse Administrator Reside in CCSD (10)

CHARLESTON, South Carolina, Jan. 16 -- Charleston County School District issued the following news: Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to announce two of its employees were honored by the South Carolina State Department of Education and the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) recently; Mary Ford Elementary School's Charlene Barbot is the 2018 South Carolina School Nurse of the Year, and Ellen Nitz, Nurse Liaison for Districts 1 and 2, is the 2018 South Carolina more PR

Thiel Professor Publishes Article on Computer Identification of Music Based on Humming (10)

GREENVILLE, Pennsylvania, Jan. 19 -- Thiel College issued the following news release: Thiel College Assistant Professor of Computer Science Brian Bradshaw, D.Sc., recently had his second paper published in a leading multimedia information systems peer-reviewed journal. Bradshaw's article, "How Query by Humming, a Music Information Retrieval System, is Being Used in the Music Education Classroom," was published in The Journal of Multimedia Information Systems. The journal publishes papers on s more PR

Thiel, Education, Business Departments Earn National Recognition (10)

GREENVILLE, Pennsylvania, Jan. 19 -- Thiel College issued the following news release: The business and education programs at Thiel College, a leading liberal arts college in northwest Pennsylvania, have been recognized as fields of distinction by Colleges of Distinction. The entire institution is also a College of Distinction for the second straight year. For the past three years, 100% of the Department of Education's graduates have gotten education jobs or graduate school placements. Student more PR

Thirty-Year National Study Shows Women Who Breastfeed Six Months or More Reduce Their Diabetes Risk by 50 Percent (10)

OAKLAND, California, Jan. 16 -- Kaiser Permanente issued the following news release: Breastfeeding for six months or longer cuts the risk of developing type 2 diabetes nearly in half for women throughout their childbearing years, according to new Kaiser Permanente research published Jan. 16 in JAMA Internal Medicine. "We found a very strong association between breastfeeding duration and lower risk of developing diabetes, even after accounting for all possible confounding risk factors," said l more PR

Three Schools Honored by State of Delaware (10)

SELBYVILLE, Delaware, Jan. 17 -- The Indian River School District issued the following news: Selbyville Middle School, Georgetown Middle School and Georgetown Elementary School were among 19 schools statewide to be honored for their students' academic achievements. At a special ceremony on January 16, the Delaware Department of Education named 15 schools, including the three from the Indian River School District, as 2017 Recognition Schools. Each school will receive an $8,000 award. Funding fo more PR

Three Talented Artists Present Photography and Film, Solo Performance, and Stage Combat Programs to Fairfax County Students (10)

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Jan. 18 -- The Arts Council of Fairfax County issued the following news release: The Arts Council of Fairfax County has placed three Fairfax artists at middle schools in Fairfax County as a part of the Artist Residency Program. The artists are connecting visual art and theatre with language arts, social studies, technology, music and physical education study areas to offer students engaging, unique and innovative learning experiences. * Photographer, writer and editor Glenn more PR

Top 5 Reforms Middle East Governments Can Make in 2018 (10)

BEIRUT, Lebanon, Jan. 18 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news release: Middle East and North Africa (MENA) governments can respond to the popular demands of the region's youth for reform by implementing five changes in 2018 to arbitrary, outdated legal systems that infringe upon citizens' rights and liberties, Human Rights Watch said today in releasing its World Report 2018. Some governments in the region have already embarked on important progress, but most remain hostage to rigid m more PR

Toshiba Publishes English Edition of Environmental Report 2017 (10)

TOKYO, Japan, Jan. 19 -- Toshiba issued the following news release: Toshiba Corporation (TOKYO: 6502) today announced publication of the English edition of "Toshiba Group Environmental Report 2017". Today, the international community faces a variety of ever more serious issues such as climate change and resource depletion. The report includes an overview of Toshiba Group's "Environmental Vision 2050*1", developed to help resolve such issues, and the achievements and targets of the "Environment more PR

Toys'R'Us Holiday Fundraising Campaign Continues to Raise Millions for Marine Toys for Tots Foundation (10)

WAYNE, New Jersey, Jan. 17 -- Toys 'R' Us, a retailer of toys and baby products, issued the following news release: Today, Toys"R"Us(R) announced its annual nationwide fundraising campaign to benefit the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation raised more than $5 million and collected approximately 175,000 toys. The in-store and online fundraiser took place October through December 2017, ensuring some of the 15 million children in-need around the country were met with a visit from Santa this past holid more PR

TPPF Applauds Attorney General's Opinion on ISD Electioneering (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 18 -- Texas Public Policy Foundation issued the following news release: Today, the Texas Public Policy Foundation commended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for issuing an Attorney General Opinion at the request of Sen. Paul Bettencourt that the "culture of voting" resolution recently adopted by a number of Texas independent school districts would likely violate the Texas Constitution and statute. That resolution, circulated by a group called "Texas Educators Vote," include more PR

TPPF Supports Bettencourt's Request for Opinion on School District Voting Resolution (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 16 -- Texas Public Policy Foundation issued the following news release: Today, the Texas Public Policy Foundation submitted a letter to Attorney General Ken Paxton in support of Sen. Paul Bettencourt's request for the Office of the Attorney General to offer its opinion on the legal status of a resolution recently adopted by a number of Texas independent school districts." "Under Article 16 of the Texas Constitution, taxpayer-funded schools are prohibited from engaging in po more PR

TPPF: Governor's Property Tax Plan Protects Taxpayers (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 15 -- Texas Public Policy Foundation issued the following news release: Today, the Texas Public Policy Foundation praised a new proposal by Governor Greg Abbott to cap the growth of property tax revenue. The plan requires voter approval of revenues beyond a cap of 2.5 percent growth in each taxing jurisdiction. "The Governor's proposal to cap revenue growth from property taxes is a critical step in protecting taxpayers, homeowners, and small businesses," said TPPF executive more PR

Training & Workforce Options Program Gives a Boost to Area Women (10)

SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts, Jan. 16 -- Springfield Technical Community College issued the following news: Regina Friemoth wanted to pursue her dream job, but needed help getting there. Last fall, the Northampton resident found a helping hand. She signed up with a program offered by Training & Workforce Options, a partnership between Springfield Technical and Holyoke Community College. On Jan. 9, Friemoth was one of 14 graduates who received their certificate from TWO, which facilitated a work more PR

Treasurer Curtis Loftis Launches Diaper Dash Facebook Sweepstakes (10)

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Jan. 17 -- South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis issued the following news: Calling all parents of young children: the Future Scholar 529 Savings plan is giving you the opportunity to show off your adorable little ones through a new Facebook sweepstakes. State Treasurer Curtis Loftis today announced the privately funded Future Scholar Diaper Dash Sweepstakes, which will award two lucky winners, ages four and under, the opportunity to win a $529 contribution to more PR

Trump's Offshore Drilling Plan: Death Sentence for Southern Resident Orcas (10)

SEATTLE, Washington, Jan. 16 -- The Defenders of Wildlife issued the following news release: The Trump administration's recent proposal to expand offshore oil and gas drilling could hasten the extinction of the Pacific Northwest's last 76 Southern Resident killer whales. Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke has proposed opening nearly the entire U.S. coastline to oil and gas drilling, including drilling in the Pacific Ocean for the first time since 1984. "With only 76 individuals remaining, an oil sp more PR

TSA Seeks Active Threat Response Shoot-House Near Reston (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Transportation Security Administration has issued a solicitation (70T05018Q9NNHQ001) for an active threat response shoot-house within 30 miles of Reston, Virginia. Response Date: Feb. 1, 2018; Set Aside: Total Small Business; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 611 - Educational Services/611699 - All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction; For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportuni more CTR

Two Hogan Lovells Lawyers Selected for Leadership Council on Legal Diversity Positions (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Hogan Lovells, a multinational law firm, issued the following news release: Hogan Lovells is pleased to announce that partner Jennifer Henderson and associate Carissa Meade have been selected to participate in the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD), the premier legal diversity organization in the country engaging general counsel and managing partners of law firms to promote diversity and inclusion in legal organizations. Henderson will serve as a 2018 LCLD Fello more PR

Two U.P. Districts Ordered to Cease Early/Middle College Offerings (10)

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 19 -- Brian Whiston, superintendent of the Michigan Department of Education, issued the following news release: Two districts in the Upper Peninsula will lose their ability to offer the five-year Early/Middle College program, the Michigan Department of Education reported today. An Early/Middle College is a stand-alone public high school, a school within a school, or a public charter school designed to allow a student to earn a high school diploma and either an associate more PR

U of S Hosts Indigenous Spend-a-Day for Prospective Students (10)

SASKATOON, Saskatchewan, Jan. 15 -- The University of Saskatchewan issued the following news release: Through interactive sessions, an Indigenous U of S student panel and an information fair, students learned about the program opportunities that have made the U of S the choice of more than 2,900 current self-declared Indigenous students. The event started with a welcome to students from Jacqueline Ottmann, vice-provost of Indigenous engagement. Ottmann who is Anishinaabe (Saulteaux) and a memb more PR

U.S. Civil Rights Trail Features 11 Georgia Sites (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, Jan. 16 -- The Georgia Department of Economic Development issued the following news release: Georgia Tourism, a division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, announced today the inclusion of 11 historic sites on the new U.S. Civil Rights Trail. For the first time, 14 Southern tourism departments have worked together to link the country's most important civil rights sites - more than 130 landmarks, including museums, churches, courthouses and memorials that were more PR

U.S. Department of Education Announces Final Approval of Hawaii's ESSA Plan (10)

HONOLULU, Hawaii, Jan. 19 -- The Hawaii Department of Education issued the following news release: The Hawaii State Department of Education (HIDOE) received approval from the U.S. Department of Education of its state plan for the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Federal officials shared the authorization of the plan during a call with HIDOE leadership this morning. ?The Hawaii State Department of Education (HIDOE) received approval from the U.S. Department of Education (USED) of its state pl more PR

U.S. Department of Education Approves Arkansas' Every Student Succeeds Act Plan (10)

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Jan. 16 -- The Arkansas Department of Education issued the following news release: Arkansas' Every Student Succeeds Act plan received approval today from the U.S. Department of Education. The approval of Arkansas' federal education accountability plan reflects more than a year and a half of ongoing collaboration, input and feedback provided by educators, parents and students around the state. "For over a year and a half, every Arkansan has had an opportunity to provide t more PR

U.S. Department of Education Approves South Dakota's ESSA Plan (10)

PIERRE, South Dakota, Jan. 17 -- The South Dakota Department of Education issued the following news release: The U.S. Department of Education has approved South Dakota's state plan for educating students under the Every Student Succeeds Act. "South Dakota's plan reflects the state goal of ensuring that every student is provided the opportunity to be successful after high school," said Secretary of Education Don Kirkegaard. "While we have set rigorous expectations, the plan also recognizes that more PR

U.S. Department of Education Approves Washington's Federal Education Plan (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, Jan. 17 -- The Washington Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction issued the following news release: The U.S. Department of Education approved Washington's Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Consolidated Plan today. Submitted on Sept. 18, 2017, the plan outlines how our state, in concert with our local districts, will improve learning for each and every student in Washington. "President Barack Obama signed the Every Student Succeeds Act 768 days ago," said Chris more PR

U.S. Department of Education Awards $3.9M to Expand BoSTEM, a Citywide Initiative to Increase STEM Programming in Boston Public Schools (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 18 -- Boston Public Schools issued the following news: Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh and Boston Public Schools (BPS) Superintendent Tommy Chang today joined leaders of United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley, Boston After School & Beyond and community-based organizations to announce a significant expansion of BoSTEM, a city-wide initiative aimed at increasing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) after-school programming for up to 10,000 stude more PR

U.S. Fund for UNICEF Issues Statement on Iraq (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 19 -- The U.S. Fund for UNICEF issued the following statement by Regional Director Geert Cappelaere: "Iraq today hosts one of UNICEF's largest operations in the world, responding with humanitarian and development assistance to the needs of the most vulnerable girls and boys across the country. "More than 4 million children have been impacted by extreme violence in several areas including in Ninewa and al-Anbar. Last year alone, 270 children were killed. Many were robbed of their more PR

U.S. News & World Report Ranks UNT Online Education Program Among Best in Nation (10)

DENTON, Texas, Jan. 16 -- The University of North Texas issued the following news release: U.S. News & World Report has named the University of North Texas' College of Education online graduate education program the fourth best in the nation. UNT was ranked No. 4 out of 275 schools listed. The program rose from a No.16 ranking last year. "We are developing high-quality educator preparation programs and bringing them closer to the settings where our students work with kids," said Randy Bomer, more PR

U.S. News Expands Consumer Business, Data-Driven Journalism in 2017 (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. News and World Report, a digital news and information company, issued the following news release: As a pragmatic, data-driven media brand, U.S. News & World Report strengthened its long-standing position as the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, attracting nearly 400 million unique visitors to its site in 2017.1 In addition to expanding its editorial content with trusted, high-quality analysis around complex issues, U.S. News further diversified it more PR

U.S. News Ranks UT Tyler Online Nursing No. 1 in Texas, Fifth in Nation (10)

TYLER, Texas, Jan. 19 -- The University of Texas's Tyler campus issued the following news release: The University of Texas at Tyler's online graduate nursing program is one of the best in the United States, landing fifth place nationally in rankings released by U.S. News and World Report this month. UT Tyler was the No. 1 ranked Texas university as well, out of 13 appearing on the list. UT Tyler tied for fifth out of 159 nationally-ranked programs. "The ranking validates the excellent work of more PR

U.S. Patents Awarded to Inventors in Florida (Jan. 17) (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 17 -- The following federal patents were awarded to inventors in Florida. *** University of South Florida Assigned Patent for Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastronomy Tube ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 17 -- The University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida, has been assigned a patent (9,867,915) developed by Justin Robert Daggett, Tampa, Florida, for a "percutaneous endoscopic gastronomy tube for optimized gastric sumping." The abstract states: "An improved percutaneous endoscopic gast more ST

U.S. Patents Awarded to Inventors in Iowa (Jan. 19) (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 19 -- The following federal patents were awarded to inventors in Iowa. *** Monsanto Technology Assigned Patent for Plants, Seeds of Hybrid Corn Variety CH786029 ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 19 -- Monsanto Technology, St. Louis, Missouri, has been assigned a patent (9,867,347) developed by three co-inventors for "plants and seeds of hybrid corn variety CH786029." The co-inventors are Christian J. Buffard, Amana, Iowa, Gregory J. Holland, Troy, Ohio, and Gary R. Stangland, Cedar more ST

U.S. Patents Awarded to Inventors in Minnesota (Jan. 19) (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 19 -- The following federal patents were awarded to inventors in Minnesota. *** Medtronic Assigned Patent for Determination of Dipole for Tissue Conductance Communication ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 19 -- Medtronic, Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been assigned a patent (9,867,990) developed by six co-inventors for "determination of dipole for tissue conductance communication." The co-inventors are Can Cinbis, Shoreview, Minnesota, David A. Anderson, Stanchfield, Minnesota, Michae more ST

U.S. Patents Awarded to Inventors in Texas (Jan. 19) (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 19 -- The following federal patents were awarded to inventors in Texas. *** International Business Machines Assigned Patent for Integrated Circuit Protection ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 19 -- International Business Machines, Armonk, New York, has been assigned a patent (9,869,708) developed by five co-inventors for "integrated circuit protection during high-current ESD testing." The co-inventors are Shunhua Chang, South Burlington, Vermont, James Paul Di Sarro, Plano, Texas, R more ST

U.S. Patents Awarded to Inventors in Virginia (Jan. 17) (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 17 -- The following federal patents were awarded to inventors in Virginia. *** Gaumard Scientific Assigned Patent for Interactive Education System for Teaching Patient Care ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 17 -- Gaumard Scientific, Miami, Florida, has been assigned a patent (9,870,720) developed by three co-inventors for an "interactive education system for teaching patient care." The co-inventors are John S. Eggert, Miami, Florida, Michael S. Eggert, Norfolk, Virginia, and Alberto more ST

U.S. Rep. Thompson to Tour Mercyhurst North East (10)

ERIE, Pennsylvania, Jan. 15 -- Mercyhurst University issued the following news release: The importance of access to quality postsecondary education has been a part of Mercyhurst North East since its inception in 1991. Advocating for career and technical education has also been a priority of Glenn "GT" Thompson since his election in 2009 to represent the 5th district of Pennsylvania in the U.S. Congress. That shared vision for quality education and training opportunities will be on the agenda T more PR

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HAMDEN, Connecticut, Jan. 17 -- The Quinnipiac University Polling Institute issued the following news release: Wide gender, racial and political gaps leave American voters divided on whether President Donald Trump is "mentally stable," as 45 percent say he is stable and 47 percent say he is not stable, according to a Quinnipiac University National Poll released today. President Trump is stable, men say 53 - 40 percent, while women say 53 - 39 percent that he is not, the independent Quinnipiac more PR

UA Center for Rural Health Receives $2.2M to Reduce Opioid Deaths in Arizona (10)

TUCSON, Arizona, Jan. 17 -- The University of Arizona issued the following news release: The Center for Rural Health at the University of Arizona Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health and the Arizona Department of Health Services will collaborate on a $2.2 million federal grant to train first responders to recognize opioid overdoses and administer naloxone, a drug used to counter the effects of opioid overdose and save lives. In the midst of statewide and national opioid public healt more PR

UBC Expands Tech Training With Investment From Province (10)

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 16 -- The University of British Columbia issued the following news release: An investment from the Province of British Columbia will create 624 undergraduate spaces for domestic students at UBC's Vancouver campus for biomedical engineering, computer science, and manufacturing engineering programs to meet growing demand for talent in B.C.'s technology sector. "We're grateful for this investment, which enables UBC to educate more students from B.C. and across Ca more PR

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LA JOLLA, California, Jan. 16 -- The University of California campus issued the following news release: Surfer Magazine has ranked the University of California San Diego as the No. 1 college in the country revered by many surfers for high academic standards, illustrious alumni and nearness to quality surf. With a nationally-ranked surf team, UC San Diego has consistently been named a top school for surfing by other media in addition to Surfer, such as Transworld Surf magazine and Surfline.com. more PR

UCL Launches Open Access Megajournal to Help Solve the World's Biggest Challenges (10)

LONDON, England, Jan. 16 -- The University College London issued the following news release: UCL Press is launching a new open access megajournal that will provide academics and students with ground-breaking research free of charge in a move that challenges traditional commercial publishing models. The megajournal aims to revolutionise academic publishing by slashing publication times, providing research for free to anyone with an internet connection and publishing online what peer reviewers h more PR

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- The Morris K. Udall Foundation's Office of the Director has issued a solicitation (Udall_Foundation_Scholar_Orientation_2018) for the Udall Foundation Scholar Orientation 2018 in Tucson, Arizona. The notice states: "Scholar Orientation brings Scholars, facilitators, subject matter experts, faculty members, Foundation staff, and local professional together for 6 days of learning and community building around the values of the Udall Foundation: civility, integrity, and con more CTR

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AMHERST, Massachusetts, Jan. 17 -- The University of Massachusetts's Amherst campus issued the following news: The University of Massachusetts Amherst is included in "Colleges That Pay You Back: The 200 Schools That Give You the Best Bang for Your Tuition Buck," released Jan. 16 by The Princeton Review. In the annual guide, the education services company lists those colleges that are considered the nation's best for academics, affordability and financial aid, and for getting their graduates co more PR

UMass Center for Data Science Partners With Chan Zuckerberg Initiative to Accelerate Science and Medicine (10)

AMHERST, Massachusetts, Jan. 16 -- The University of Massachusetts's Amherst campus issued the following news: Distinguished scientist and professor Andrew McCallum, director of the Center for Data Science at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, will lead a new partnership with the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative to accelerate science and medicine. The goal of this project, called Computable Knowledge, is to create an intelligent and navigable map of scientific knowledge using a branch of artifi more PR

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NEW YORK, Jan. 20 -- United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres issued the following remarks at a ceremony marking the International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust: This year marks the 80th anniversary of Kristallnacht - the night of broken glass, on which so many Jewish synagogues, shops and other centres of life were destroyed. Rabbi Schneier has spoken movingly of how as a young boy of eight, he saw his temple in Vienna attacked and in ruins. As ter more PR

UNCG Launches Master's Degree in International Business (10)

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Jan. 16 -- The University of North Carolina's Greensboro campus issued the following news: The Bryan School of Business and Economics today launched its brand-new online Master of Science in International Business. The new degree program will welcome its inaugural class this fall and is designed to produce world-class leaders who drive organizational performance in an interconnected world. "Through hands-on, cross-cultural experiences, students will prepare to beco more PR

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TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 18 -- The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development issued the following news release: Preliminary monthly estimates released by the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) indicate that New Jersey total nonfarm employment decreased by 11,400 jobs in December, to a seasonally adjusted total of 4,126,600, as the state's unemployment rate edged down by 0.1 percentage point to 5.0 percent. A preliminary over-the-year analysis shows that from Decembe more PR

UNH Scientists Share Expertise at N.H. Farm and Forest Expo (10)

DURHAM, New Hampshire, Jan. 16 -- The University of New Hampshire issued the following news release: What is New England's role in the global battle against wheat stem rust? How have day neutral strawberries extended the state's strawberry season? And how are unmanned aerial vehicles improving the accuracy of remote mapping of New Hampshire's forestry resources? Researchers at the University of New Hampshire will present their latest NH Agricultural Experiment Station research on these topics a more PR

UNICEF Regional Director Issues Statement on Visit to Iraq (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 19 -- United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) issued the following statement by Regional Director Geert Cappelaere following a visit to Iraq: "Iraq today hosts one of UNICEF's largest operations in the world, responding with humanitarian and development assistance to the needs of the most vulnerable girls and boys across the country. "More than 4 million children have been impacted by extreme violence in several areas including in Ninewa and al-Anbar. Las more PR

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics issued the following news release: The union membership rate--the percent of wage and salary workers who were members of unions-- was unchanged at 10.7 percent in 2017, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. The number of wage and salary workers belonging to unions, at 14.8 million in 2017, edged up by 262,000 from 2016. In 1983, the first year for which comparable union data are available, the union m more PR

United States and Kazakhstan: An Enhanced Strategic Partnership for the 21st Century (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The White House issued the following news release: President Donald J. Trump hosted President Nursultan Nazarbayev of Kazakhstan today at the White House to discuss enhanced strategic partnership between the United States and Kazakhstan. President Nazarbayev thanked President Trump for his hospitality and offered an invitation for President Trump to visit Kazakhstan in the future. The two leaders reaffirmed the independence, territorial integrity, and sovereignty of Kazak more PR

United Way Partners With the Asian Football Confederation to Improve Education, Health in Asia (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 18 -- The United Way Worldwide issued the following news release: United Way Worldwide and The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today jointly announced an agreement to advance the education and health of children and young people throughout Asia. The partnership will proceed under the auspices of the AFC Dream Asia Foundation. The signing ceremony took place on January 18, 2018 at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur. Speaking at the ceremony, United Way Worldwide Interna more PR

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TUSCALOOSA, Alabama, Jan. 19 -- The University of Alabama issued the following news: Led by The University of Alabama, four universities have united to form a new economic development leadership executive education program. Clemson University, the University of Southern Mississippi and Texas Christian University have joined UA in this national program. The inaugural two-week class for the Advanced Economic Development Leadership program begins with one week sessions in February and August. Th more PR

University Financial Literacy Program for High School Students Deemed a Success (10)

WEST LONG BRANCH, New Jersey, Jan. 16 -- Monmouth University issued the following news: The Leon Hess Business School (LHBS) at Monmouth University has just completed the second semester of a program designed to augment the personal financial literacy requirement for New Jersey high school students. More than 130 students from five high schools in Monmouth and Ocean counties participated in the program. This requirement is mandated in the "21st Century Life and Careers" portion of the New Jers more PR

University of Mary Part of 12 Charter Buses in North Dakota Convoy to March for Life (10)

BISMARCK, North Dakota, Jan. 16 -- The University of Mary issued the following news release: Over 600 people in 12 charter buses from the University of Mary and other organizations representing Catholic education throughout North Dakota are just hours away from taking to the streets of Washington, DC, at the 45th Annual March for Life Friday, January 19, themed Love Saves Lives. While they'll be arm-in-arm with pro-lifers from across the state, nearly 200 students, faculty, staff and University more PR

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SWINDON, England, Jan. 17 -- The Economic and Social Research Council issued the following news release: Gaps in class, income, gender and education are major factors in who runs for political office in Britain as well as the north-south divide, according to the first research of its kind in Britain. The study, by the University of Bath and funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), highlights how university-educated and socially elite men from the South are most likely to cons more PR

UNT Names New Dean for College of Health and Public Service (10)

DENTON, Texas, Jan. 18 -- The University of North Texas issued the following news release: Neale R. Chumbler, dean of the College of Health and Human Services at Western Kentucky University, has been named the new dean of the University of North Texas' College of Health and Public Service, or HPS. His appointment will begin July 1. Chumbler will replace Linda Holloway, former chair and faculty member in the college's Department of Rehabilitation and Health Services, who has served as interim d more PR

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center First in Western PA to Offer New Immunotherapy for Blood Cancer (10)

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Jan. 18 -- The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center issued the following news release: UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is now the only cancer center in western Pennsylvania, and among a select few cancer centers in the nation, certified to offer the latest immunotherapy for patients with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. YESCARTA(TM) (axicabtagene ciloleucel) CAR-T cell therapy, recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of certain types of large more PR

URI Initiative Helps Older Student Chart a Path to Medical School (10)

KINGSTON, Rhode Island, Jan. 17 -- The University of Rhode Island issued the following news release: At age 33, Christopher Phothisane of Providence is not your typical college student. For a long time, he saw that as a liability. Now, as he prepares to graduate from the University of Rhode Island in May with a double major in biology and psychology--and an acceptance letter to Brown University's medical school in hand--Phothisane understands that his non-traditional journey is actually a stren more PR

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VILLANOVA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 17 -- Villanova University issued the following news release: Ursinus College students have a clearer path to a nursing degree thanks to a new partnership with the Villanova University M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing. Under a new five-year affiliation agreement between the two institutions, at least five qualified graduates or graduating Ursinus students per year will be accepted to Villanova's Accelerated BSN Program for College Graduates. The 14-month s more PR

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news release: The first year of US President Donald Trump's administration was marked by a sharp regression in government efforts to protect and promote a range of human rights, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2018. The Trump administration made policy changes that have harmed refugees and immigrants, undermined police accountability for abuse, and rolled back women's rights, including access to important health se more PR

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development in Peru issued a Request for Information for the Amazon Indigenous Rights and Resources Activity. No award amount was specified for this program. 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; institutions of higher education; Historically Black College more ST

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KABUL, Afghanistan, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following news release: The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), launched the Promoting Value Chains-West project on Tuesday, January 16, 2018. The project promotes inclusive growth and job creation in the agricultural sector by strengthening the capabilities of producers and private enterprises to e more PR

USAO Child Development Center to Accept Applications for Preschool Students (10)

CHICKASHA, Oklahoma, Jan. 18 -- The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma issued the following news: The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma's acclaimed Child Development Center will begin accepting applications for preschool-aged students on Feb. 1. The Child Development Center gives early childhood education majors the opportunity to teach prior to embarking on their professional careers. The center's curriculum focuses on language development, the enhancement of self-concept, se more PR

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HUGO, Colorado, Jan. 19 -- 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 that USDA is investing in e-connectivity which will provide virtual access to job training, educational, and health care opportunities for rural communities. "Under Secretary Perdue's leadership, USDA is committed to being a strong partner in creating rural prosperity," Hazlett said. "Connec more PR

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture issued the following news release: The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), in partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Biological and Environmental Research, announce joint support for research in plant feedstock genomics for bioenergy. NIFA's support is funded through the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (A more PR

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture issued the following news release: The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) today announced awards to combat citrus greening disease. The funding to support research and extension programs is made through the emergency Citrus Disease Research and Extension Program (CDRE). CDRE was authorized as part of the 2014 Farm Bill. "The need to advan more PR

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families' Office of Planning, Research and Evaluation issued the following report on zz: Introduction A road test is an iterative, rapid prototyping approach used to refine the design and implementation of a program strategy or intervention. This analytic piloting process involves multiple cycles of gathering formative feedback, adjusting the design, and strengthening the implementation of more PR

Using Internet May Prompt Religious 'Tinkering' Rather Than Belief in Only One Religion (10)

WACO, Texas, Jan. 15 -- Baylor University issued the following news: Internet use may decrease the likelihood of a person affiliating with a religious tradition or believing that only one religion is true, according to a Baylor University study. That may be because Internet use encourages religious "tinkering," said Baylor sociologist and researcher Paul K. McClure. "Tinkering means that people feel they're no longer beholden to institutions or religious dogma," he said. "Today, perhaps in pa more PR

Using the Internet May Prompt Religious 'Tinkering' Rather Than Belief in Only One Religion (10)

WACO, Texas, Jan. 16 -- Baylor University issued the following news: Internet use may decrease the likelihood of a person affiliating with a religious tradition or believing that only one religion is true, according to a Baylor University study. That may be because Internet use encourages religious "tinkering," said Baylor sociologist and researcher Paul K. McClure. "Tinkering means that people feel they're no longer beholden to institutions or religious dogma," he said. "Today, perhaps in pa more PR

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KINGS POINT, New York, Jan. 16 -- The Maritime Administration's U.S. Merchant Marine Academy issued the following news release: On Saturday, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Superintendent, Rear Admiral James Helis, USMMA Alumni Association and Foundation (AAF) President, Jim Tobin '77 and Director of Physical Education and Athletics, Mo White, along with special guests; Maritime Administrator, Rear Admiral Mark H. Buzby, (USN Ret.) '79), AAF Chairman of the Board, John Artzen '79 and Paul Buhse of more PR

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LOGAN, Utah, Jan. 17 -- Utah State University issued the following news release: Utah State University Extension 4-H members and their families recently participated in a youth-led computer programming event at Google Fiber in Provo during Computer Science Education Week in December. As part of the activity, youth and their family members used the Scratch programming language to design their own interactive Google doodles, or logo variations. Younger youth programmed scenes with familiar PBS c more PR

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DALLAS, Texas, Jan. 15 -- The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center issued the following news release: For many students at Paul Quinn College, a historically African American, liberal arts institution in Dallas, the journey toward higher education comes with a unique set of cultural and environmental challenges. Among them is the need for mental health services that help students not only navigate common stressors associated with college life, but also address any past and present tr more PR

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ORLANDO, Florida, Jan. 17 -- Valencia College issued the following news release: Beginning Jan. 23, Valencia College will host a series of college scholarship workshops at public schools and several of its campuses across Orange and Osceola counties. The workshops will provide prospective college students with one-on-one help completing college applications, scholarship essays and financial aid documents. High school seniors, returning adult students and their families are welcome to attend th more PR

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families' Office of Planning, Research and Evaluation issued the following report on the validation of the quality ratings used in quality rating and improvement systems: Quality Rating and Improvement Systems (QRIS) are initiatives implemented in states to promote improvement in the quality of early care and education (ECE) programs. Although systems vary in their specific features, QRIS ty more PR

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MONTPELIER, Vermont, Jan. 17 -- The Vermont Agency of Natural Resources issued the following news: Vermont Fish & Wildlife is offering shooting range improvement grants to create more access to safe places to shoot. Developed to encourage upgrades of shooting ranges to enhance their safety and operation, the Shooting Range Improvement Grant Program seeks grant applications from clubs and government agencies involved in the operation of shooting ranges, including archery ranges until 4:30 p.m. more PR

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MONTPELIER, Vermont, Jan. 17 -- The Vermont Department of Fish and Wildlife issued the following news: Vermont Fish & Wildlife is offering shooting range improvement grants to create more access to safe places to shoot. Developed to encourage upgrades of shooting ranges to enhance their safety and operation, the Shooting Range Improvement Grant Program seeks grant applications from clubs and government agencies involved in the operation of shooting ranges, including archery ranges until 4:30 p more PR

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ALBANY, New York, Jan. 15 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Earlier today, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo delivered remarks at the National Action Network King Day Public Policy Forum. VIDEO of the event is available on YouTube here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QuocYL0CKgA&feature=youtu.be) and in TV quality (h.264, mp4) format here (https://spaces.hightail.com/receive/TdWVP0ieHm). AUDIO of the remarks is available here (https://soundcloud.com/nygovcuomo/gover more PR

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SANTA FE, New Mexico, Jan. 16 -- The New Mexico House Democrats issued the following news: Today, Speaker of the New Mexico House of Representatives Brian Egolf (D-Santa Fe) released a state of the state video ahead of the Governor's remarks on the House Floor. The video gives an overview of the struggle New Mexicans have faced under dire budget conditions and the work House Democrats will work on to put the state on better economic footing for the future. The video also outlines the House Demo more PR

Villanova University Receives $1 Million Commitment From Alumnus Kyle Lowry (10)

VILLANOVA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 15 -- Villanova University issued the following news release: Villanova University has received a $1 million commitment from alumnus and Villanova Basketball great Kyle Lowry--a three-time NBA All-Star guard for the Toronto Raptors and U.S. Olympic Gold Medalist--and his wife, Ayahna, as part of the University's comprehensive capital campaign, "For the Greater Great: The Villanova Campaign to Ignite Change." In recognition of his gift--the largest single gift from more PR

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RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 19 -- The Virginia Department of Education's Superintendent of Public Instruction issued the following Superintendent's Memo from Acting Superintendent Steven M. Constantino: SUBJECT: 2017-2018 Career and Technical Education - Creating Excellence Awards Application The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE), in collaboration with the Virginia Community College System (VCCS), is pleased to announce the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Creating Excellence Awards for more PR

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RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 19 -- The Virginia Department of Education's Superintendent of Public Instruction issued the following Superintendent's Memo from Acting Superintendent Steven M. Constantino: SUBJECT: Black History Month Resources Every February, America and Virginia observe Black History Month, celebrating and honoring the many achievements and contributions made by African Americans to the economic, cultural, and political development of America. African Americans are prominent in Vi more PR

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RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 19 -- The Virginia Department of Education's Superintendent of Public Instruction issued the following Superintendent's Memo from Acting Superintendent Steven M. Constantino: SUBJECT: K-12 History and Social Science Standards of Learning Institutes Professional Development Resources The Virginia Department of Education has provided targeted professional development through a series of four K-12 History and Social Science Standards of Learning (SOL) Institutes. The K-12 more PR

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RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 19 -- The Virginia Department of Education's Superintendent of Public Instruction issued the following Superintendent's Memo from Acting Superintendent Steven M. Constantino: SUBJECT: National School Counseling Week, February 5-9, 2018 The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) would like to recognize professional school counselors during the week of February 5-9, 2018, as we celebrate National School Counseling Week. This year's theme, sponsored by the American Schoo more PR

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RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 19 -- The Virginia Department of Education's Superintendent of Public Instruction issued the following Superintendent's Memo from Acting Superintendent teven M. Constantino: SUBJECT: Secondary Environmental Science Course Support Documents At the November meeting, the Virginia Board of Education approved the addition of the Environmental Science course to the list of Board of Education Approved Courses to Satisfy Graduation Requirements for the Standard, Advanced Studi more PR

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RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 19 -- The Virginia Department of Education's Superintendent of Public Instruction issued the following Superintendent's Memo from Acting Superintendent Steven M. Constantino: SUBJECT: Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week January 22-26, 2018 On behalf of the Virginia Board of Education and the Department of Education, I am pleased to announce that Governor Ralph S. Northam has signed a Certificate of Recognition declaring January 22-26, 2018, as Virginia Princip more PR

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RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 18 -- Gov. Terry McAuliffe, D-Virginia, issued the following proclamation: WHEREAS, principals make a significant difference for students and staff every day, impacting the effectiveness of teachers and the achievement of students; and WHEREAS, principals serve as educational leaders who motivate and inspire all members of the school staff and student body to engage in the learning process; and WHEREAS, principals are entrusted with the opportunity and the responsibil more PR

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LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Jan. 19 -- The University of Arkansas's Little Rock campus issued the following news: Dr. Carolina Cruz-Neira, director of the Emerging Analytics Center at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, demonstrated how innovative virtual reality technology is changing the world for the better at Dell's Jan. 10 VR for Good event at the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. The VR for Good panel featured Dell partners and innovators who are using virtual reali more PR

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ST. MARY'S CITY, Maryland, Jan. 18 -- St. Mary's College issued the following news release: The St. Mary's College of Maryland Anthropology Department will host Ruth Gomberg-Munoz, associate professor of anthropology at the University of Chicago, Loyola, for the lecture "On Both Sides of the Wall: Deportation and Mixed-Citizenship Families," on Tuesday, Feb. 20, at 4:30 p.m. in Cole Cinema, Campus Center. The event is free of charge and open to the public. Gomberg-Munoz will present results fr more PR

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FOREST CITY, Iowa, Jan. 14 -- Waldorf University issued the following news: Waldorf University's Distinguished Visiting Writer Series presents Fiction Writer K.L. Cook on Tuesday, February 13, from 7-8 p.m. in the Salveson Ballroom on campus. Cook is the author of three award-winning books of fiction, including Love Songs for the Quarantined, which won the Spokane Prize for Short Fiction. His stories often feature characters from the rough-and-tumble area in west Texas where he grew up, and th more PR

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ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Jan. 18 -- The Michigan Municipal League issued the following news release: Officials from Walled Lake and Sterling Heights have been awarded the Tim Doyle Scholarship that will cover the costs to participate in an upcoming Michigan Municipal League training for elected local officials. They were selected by the Michigan Municipal League Foundation to attend an Elected Officials Academy Core Weekender training in February in Frankenmuth where they can learn about financial more PR

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BENTONVILLE, Arkansas, Jan. 17 -- Walmart issued the following news release: In an effort to help curb abuse and misuse, Walmart is launching a first-of-its kind opioid disposal solution - available at no cost - in all company pharmacies.* Known as DisposeRx, the small packet contains ingredients that, according to the manufacturer, when emptied into a pill bottle with warm water, ultimately enable patients to responsibly dispose of leftover medications in their trash. According to the Substan more PR

Walsh Researches Racial Politics in Taxation (10)

BOTHELL, Washington, Jan. 18 -- The University of Washington's Bothell campus issued the following news release: Camille Walsh's research is drawn from an idea that inspired her in a constitutional law class in law school -- the idea of a right to education. Her research in graduate school and now at the University of Washington Bothell found that defenders of racially segregated schools in the 20th century often claimed "taxpayer" identity. Claiming identity as a taxpayer implies other people more PR

Waubonsee Offers Opportunities for Auto Tech Students (10)

SUGAR GROVE, Illinois, Jan. 17 -- Waubonsee Community College issued the following news: It used to be the case that people could learn to work on cars simply by tinkering with their own and by talking to others with more experience in automobile repair. That level of expertise could potentially lead to a successful career in auto services. Those days no longer exist. Now, even an entry-level job in automotive repair requires specialized certification. It is for that reason that the Waubonsee A more PR

Waubonsee Students Learn Essential Weather-Related Trade (10)

SUGAR GROVE, Illinois, Jan. 17 -- Waubonsee Community College issued the following news: With January comes cold weather in the Chicago area. This year the cold has been extreme with several days of sub-zero temperatures across the region. This has made trained and certified heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) mechanics and installers some of the most important people in many communities. Fortunately, Waubonsee Community College provides opportunities for people to get that trainin more PR

Wayne State and Chadron State Rural Law Opportunities Program Receives American Bar Association Brown Select Award (10)

WAYNE, Nebraska, Jan. 17 -- Wayne State College issued the following news release: RLOP was recognized as the Brown Select winner out of 43 nominees. On Friday, the Rural Law Opportunities Program (RLOP) was named the 2018 American Bar Association (ABA) Brown Select Award recipient. More than 3,000 people voted to determine the winner. The award is a component of the Louis M. Brown Award for Legal Access, which is an annual award that recognizes programs and projects that enable affordable ac more PR

WBDG Whole Building Design Guide Celebrates 20 Years (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- The National Institute of Building Sciences issued the following news release: This past Thursday, January 11, 2018, attendees at the National Institute of Building Sciences' annual FEDCon(R) Breakfast learned about the WBDG Whole Building Design Guide(R) and joined in the celebration of its 20th anniversary. The Institute's online research site, WBDG hosts federal design specifications and criteria, as well as education programs, design recommendations and case studies. more PR

Welcome Back, WIU: A New Year, A New Beginning (10)

MACOMB, Illinois, Jan. 17 -- Western Illinois University issued the following letter: Dear University Community, As we begin a new calendar year and academic semester, I am resolved in my optimism about the future of Western Illinois University. I want to express my gratitude to the faculty, staff, students, and friends who support our University. We appreciate your optimism and all that you do to make Western great. Former Secretary of State and U.S. Army Gen. (ret.) Colin Powell once said, " more PR

Welcome, New Students! (10)

LAKE FOREST, Illinois, Jan. 17 -- Lake Forest College issued the following news: This semester Lake Forest College welcomes 30 new students who have broad interests and experiences. The new Foresters include 28 transfer students--14 from community colleges, 14 from four-year colleges--and two first-year students. Community colleges represented include College of Lake County, McHenry County College, Richard J. Daley College, Oakton Community College, William Rainey Harper College, and Tacoma C more PR

Wes Duncan: Just Another Adam Laxalt (10)

CARSON CITY, Nevada, Jan. 16 -- The Nevada Democratic Party issued the following news release: Last weekend, at a Republican Party event in Eureka, GOP candidate for attorney general Wes Duncan said this about running for the state's top law enforcement position: "I want to carry on the legacy that Adam [Laxalt] started in the office." Nevada State Democratic Party spokesperson Helen Kalla released the following statement: "We've known that Wes Duncan is just Adam Laxalt 2.0, but now voters more PR

WFU School of Business Expands Master of Science in Business Analytics Graduate Degree (10)

WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina, Jan. 18 -- The Wake Forest University Schools of Business issued the following news release: The demand for professionals who can use data to identify insights, solve business problems, and inspire innovation continues to grow exponentially. Building on the success of the Wake Forest University School of Business Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) program, today, the School announced it will extend its program to a new audience of working professionals more PR

White House Conducts Press Briefing, Jan. 17 (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The White House issued the text of the following press briefing by Press Secretary Sarah Sanders: MS. SANDERS: Good afternoon. Let me start by previewing some of the President's plans for the rest of the week. Tomorrow, he will travel to H&K Equipment company near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. H&K began as a small family business a half-century ago. 2017 was the best year in company history, which they credit to the President's pro-jobs, pro-worker, pro-growth economic agend more PR

Why We Need to Save PSLF (10)

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Jan. 17 -- Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences issued the following news: Congress recently released a bill called the PROSPER Act (the Promoting Real Opportunity, Success, Prosperity through Educational Reform Act) that would update the Higher Education Act of 1965. Among other things, this bill proposes changes to student loans and loan forgiveness programs. As it stands now, the bill proposes eliminating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, also more PR

Widener Names New Deans for School of Nursing and College of Arts and Sciences (10)

CHESTER, Pennsylvania, Jan. 17 -- The Widener University issued the following news: Widener University has named Huey-Shys Chen, Ph.D., R.N., MCHES, FAAN, dean of the School of Nursing and David E. Leaman, Ph.D., dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Both will assume their new positions on July 1, 2018. "I am delighted to welcome Dr. Chen and Dr. Leaman to Widener University," said President Julie Wollman. "Both have strong backgrounds and extensive experiences that make them excellent cho more PR

Wight Announces Plans to Step Down As WSU President (10)

OGDEN, Utah, Jan. 18 -- Weber State University issued the following news: Charles A. Wight announced Thursday he plans to step down as president of Weber State University effective June 30. Speaking at the January meeting of the WSU Faculty Senate, Wight, who is affectionately known as "Chuck" on campus, told faculty and staff in attendance that he loves Weber State, but "the time has come to seek a new adventure." Wight explained he wanted to share the news because he is a candidate in sever more PR

Winners of Sixth Annual Ethics & Trust in Finance Prize Announced (10)

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Jan. 18 -- The Chartered Financial Analyst Institute issued the following news release: CFA Institute, a strategic partner of the Ethics & Trust in Finance Prize, announces the winners of the 2018 competition. The award ceremony took place at the Banque de France with the keynote speech delivered by Francois Villeroy de Galhau, Governor of the Banque de France, and President, l'Autorite de controle prudentiel et de resolution (l'ACPR). The Ethics & Trust in Finance P more PR

Wisconsin National Guard Gains Third Two-Star General (10)

MADISON, Wisconsin, Jan. 17 -- The Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs issued the following news: Gov. Scott Walker expanded the Wisconsin National Guard's constellation a bit Jan. 12 when he promoted Brig. Gen. Mark Anderson to the rank of major general -- a two-star rank -- during a formal ceremony in the Senate chamber at the state capitol building. Noting that Anderson, Wisconsin's deputy adjutant general for Army, and Maj. Gen. Don Dunbar, Wisconsin's adjutant general, like to join t more PR

With Their Lives on Line, Immigrant Youth Brought Their Urgency for Dream Act, Personal Stories to 12 Congressional Offices Today (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- United We Dream issued the following news release: With urgency building and more young people losing their protections from deportation every day, young people, again, brought their urgency for the Dream Act to Capitol Hill with office visits to 12 Representatives & Senators. Hundreds of United We Dream members traveled cross-country to make their voices heard in an act of beautiful resistance. The young people brought their passion to the offices of Republican Represen more PR

Witnessing a Transformation (10)

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Jan. 17 -- St. John's College issued the following news release: Marianne Lanuti, of Henderson, Nevada, is an attorney who represents children with physical and intellectual disabilities in administrative hearings and federal court. Her son, Joey Lanuti (SF14), attends Georgetown Law School in Washington, D.C. He is on a prestigious criminal law journal and has an internship beginning this month at the Department of Justice. Here, Marianne shares her perspective as the pare more PR

WIU Student Winner in National Sodexo Sweepstakes (10)

MACOMB, Illinois, Jan. 19 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: Western Illinois University sophomore pre-elementary education major Asiah Thurman, of Broadview, IL, was recently named one of 25 national winners in Sodexo's EAT TO THE BEAT "Can't Beat that National Prize Sweepstakes." Thurman received one of 10 grand prize packages, which included Beats Studio Wireless Headphones and a JBL Pulse wireless speaker. EAT TO THE BEAT is part of an ongoing resident dining more PR

Wolf Administration Reminds High School Students to Enter 'Innovations Challenge' (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 16 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation issued the following news release: For a chance to make their innovative ideas a reality, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) are reminding high school freshmen, sophomores and juniors about the Jan. 31 deadline to enter the PennDOT Innovations Challenge. The PennDOT Innovations Challenge asks students to look at technologies and innovative metho more PR

Wolf Administration, Community Partners to Host Resource Fairs for Evacuees From Puerto Rico (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 19 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news: Governor Tom Wolf today announced that his administration is holding One-Stop-Shop: Traveling Resource and Information Fairs for individuals and families who have fled the devastation in Puerto Rico caused by Hurricane Maria in September 2017. "Compassion is in the fabric of our state and assisting our fellow Americans is a Pennsylvania tradition," said Governor Wolf. "More than 500,000 people of Pue more PR

Women in Trucking Association Launches New Community Platform Engage (10)

PLOVER, Wisconsin, Jan. 16 -- Women In Trucking Association issued the following news release: The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today the launch of its new member-only online community platform, Engage. This encourages mentoring, community and education by allowing members to virtually connect and collaborate through distinct community groups. This is part of WIT's mission to advance gender diversity in the transportation industry. Core community groups will include: Professio more PR

Workcred Executive Director Joins Interprofessional Healthcare Workforce Institute's Global Advisory Council (10)

NEW YORK, Jan. 18 -- The American National Standards Institute issued the following news release: Roy Swift, Ph.D., executive director of Workcred, an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) affiliate, has joined the Global Advisory Council for Healthcare Workforce (GACHW). The Interprofessional Healthcare Workforce Institute recently convened its first meeting of GACHW--established to meet the need of developing a highly-skilled and market-ready workforce, to act as a third party validati more PR

World Association for Buiatrics, Boehringer Ingelheim Announce 2018 'Ruminant Well-Being Awards' (10)

INGELHEIM AM RHEIN, Germany, Jan. 15 -- Boehringer Ingelheim, a pharmaceutical company, issued the following news release: Boehringer Ingelheim is announcing the 2018 'Ruminant Well-Being Awards' which are now open for application. The bi-annual awards, held in partnership with the World Association for Buiatrics (WAB), reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's long-term commitment to promoting the health and well-being of farm animals. The award ceremony, will take place at the annual World Buiatrics Con more PR

World Bank CEO Expresses Support for Uzbekistan's Ambitious Reforms (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- The World Bank issued the following news release: World Bank Chief Executive Officer Kristalina Georgieva welcomed Uzbekistan's wide ranging reforms to boost the country's economy and improve the lives of all Uzbek citizens. Georgieva met with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, senior government and parliamentary leaders, and representatives from the private sector and civil society. She offered World Bank Group support to the country's reform program, in particular in the are more PR

World of Wipes International Conference Cultivates Industry Growth (10)

CARY, North Carolina, Jan. 18 -- INDA-Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry issued the following news release: Emerging technologies, new applications, and market insights are the focus of INDA's World of Wipes(R) (WOW) International Conference 2018. WOW 2018 will deliver up-to-the-second insights for engineering new business growth June 5-8 at the Sheraton Grand, Chicago, Illinois. The full program for the 2018 conference is currently available and registration is open at www.inda.org/ more PR

World Religions - Culture, History, Information and Community Series (10)

SHELDON, Iowa, Jan. 17 -- Northwest Iowa Community College issued the following news release: Learning never needs to cease. Learning keeps you healthy, keeps you from getting bored, and adds richness to your life. That is why these classes have been developed to provide opportunities for continued educational growth, especially for our mature learners. The first class in this series is "Religions of the World, A Key to Understanding Cultures." Religious beliefs are our most cherished values th more PR

Worldwide Engagement for Digitizing Biocollections (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, Jan. 17 -- The Los Angeles County Natural History Museum issued the following news release: In an effort to make biological collections more accessible for researchers and the public, many natural history museums are prioritizing the digitization of their collections. The digitization process involves making information about a specimen available on an accessible database -- things like when and where it was collected, the species name, and sometimes a photo or 3D image more PR

WSU Students From Across the State Join Forces to Lobby for Higher Education (10)

VANCOUVER, Washington, Jan. 17 -- Washington State University-Vancouver issued the following news release: Washington State University and the Student Government Council will participate in the annual Coug Day at the Capital on Jan. 22. Ninety-five students from each of the six WSU campuses will ascend on the Washington State Capital to lobby legislators for higher education. This year students will have meetings with 110 legislators from across the state. WSU Vancouver will bring 22 students more PR

Young Ambassadors Program: 50 Outstanding Youths in Public Education Will Represent Brazil in the United States (10)

BRASILIA, Brazil, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Embassy in Brazil issued the following news release: Fifty public school students from all over Brazil, selected to attend the sixteenth edition of the Young Ambassadors Program, arrive in Brasilia on January 9, before leaving for a three-week cultural exchange in the United States. They speak English fluently and are examples in their communities through their leadership and volunteering. In addition, they were selected from more than 23,000 candidates fro more PR

Young Auto Care Network Group Announces Schedule of Events for Q1 2018 (10)

BETHESDA, Maryland, Jan. 18 -- The Auto Care Association issued the following news release: The Young Auto Care Network Group (YANG), a community of the Auto Care Association, today announced its winter Regional Meet-Up schedule. The Regional Meet-Up program was launched in 2015 to provide opportunities for young auto care industry professionals who may not travel to major industry events to become more involved, receive top-notch education and network at a more local level. The YANG Meet-Ups more PR

$8.5 Million Funding Available for Enhancement of Leadership in STEM Discoveries (10)

'African Development Bank's Lifeline Lifted Nigeria Out of Recession': Buhari (10)

2017: Grove City College Year in Review (10)

Accenture Opens Innovation Hub in Boston; Plans to Add 400 Technology Jobs to City's Growing Tech Community (10)

African Development Bank Approves US $500-Million Third and Final Tranche Budget Support Loan for Governance Reforms in Egypt (10)

Alumnus' Generosity to Transform Veterinary College at Oregon State (10)

AMR Industry Alliance Launches First Report Into Industry's AMR Action Globally (10)

Apple Accelerates US Investment and Job Creation (10)

Arts and Culture Grants Now Available (10)

Baruch College Highlighted in Princeton Review's 'Colleges That Pay You Back: 2018 Edition' (10)

BCIT to Receive 300 Tech Spaces and Expand Tech-Programming (10)

Bipartisan Group of Senators Rises to Support Community and Technical College Initiative (10)

Capital Budget Passes Bringing Much Needed Resources for 46th Legislative District Projects (10)

CED Analysis: Raising Immigration Levels Can Save America Over $300 Billion (10)

Chicago Teachers Union Issues Statement on NTA, Public Schools (10)

Christoffersens Make Gift to Sciences (10)

City of Long Beach Launches Justice Lab (10)

Committee on Rights of Child Considers Report of Panama (10)

Committee on the Rights of the Child Considers Report of Panama (10)

DBEDT Announces Media Tour From China and Taiwan on International Education (10)

DePauw Junior & 'Dreamer' Anna Munoz Addresses Capitol Hill News Conference (10)

Displacing Coal With Wood for Power Generation Will Worsen Climate Change Say MIT, UMass Lowell and Climate Interactive Researchers (10)

Downtown Campus Recognized as Project of the Year (10)

Extended Learning Time is Found to Have a Positive Impact on Student Achievement at District's Schools (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 19 -- Boston Public Schools issued the following news: Today, the Boston Public Schools (BPS) is releasing a recent research study showing that Extended Learning Time (ELT) has had a significant impact on improving student achievement for BPS students. Under the leadership of Mayor Martin J. Walsh and Superintendent Tommy Chang, the district, with additional funding from the City of Boston, invested $14 million this year to expand the school day to an additional 39 more PR

Fact Sheet: High Value Agriculture Activity (10)

Fact Sheet: Moldova ICT Excellence Center (10)

Following Amazon's Announcement, Tulsa Will Continue to Aim High (10)

Ford Foundation Appoints Hilary Pennington as Executive Vice President (10)

Foundation for FCPS Receives Grant From Boeing to Increase STEM Learning (10)

Fresh Approach Needed to Make Skills Reforms (10)

Fund Manager Selected for $9m Rural Investment Fund (10)

GAO Issues Report on FDA Medical Device Reviews (10)

Gov. Dayton's Public Works Proposal Would Create an Estimated 22,950 Jobs (10)

Gov. Walker Highlights Historic K-12 Education Investments at Wisconsin Association of School Boards' State Education Convention (10)

Government to Fund Engineering Programs for Students in Prince George (10)

Governor Cuomo Announces Launch of Program to Renovate 'Zombie' Properties and Increase Homeownership in Schenectady (10)

Governor Cuomo Outlines FY 2019 Budget: Realizing the Promise of Progressive Government (10)

Governor Hogan Announces Fiscal Year 2019 Budget (10)

Governor Recommends $180 Million to Address Deferred Maintenance at All 54 Minnesota State Campuses (10)

Hamilton Implements Cost Estimator, MyinTuition (10)

Honoring King Legacy, Lowe's Donates $500K in Emergency Aid to Support Students at UNCF HBCU (10)

House Homeland Security Subcommittee Issues Testimony From State Department (10)

HU Business Program Reaccredited for 10-Year Term (10)

IMF Executive Board Completes the Third and Final Review Under the Precautionary and Liquidity Line Arrangement for Morocco (10)

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- The International Monetary Fund issued the following news release: On January 19, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the third and final review under the Precautionary and Liquidity Line (PLL) Arrangement for Morocco. The arrangement supports the authorities' economic reform program to rebuild fiscal and external buffers and promote higher and inclusive growth. The two-year PLL arrangement for Morocco in the amount equivalent to SDR 2. more PR

Infectious Diseases Society Issues Statement on PAHPA Reauthorization (10)

Introducing the Sanford Scholars (10)

BROOKLYN, New York, Jan. 19 -- Long Island University-Brooklyn Campus issued the following news release: In September 2017, LIU Post enrolled its inaugural class of 18 Sanford Scholars. These energetic, entrepreneurial students hail from various parts of the country representing geographic and ethnic diversity. Together, the Sanford Scholars comprise one of the most talented groups of individuals in the history of the College of Management. As they begin their LIU Post careers, the Sanford Sch more PR