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#SubHealth Announces Second Opioid Legislative Hearing, Focused on Public Health and Prevention Efforts (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Rep. Michael C. Burgess, R-Texas, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce subcommittee on health, issued the following news release:
The Health Subcommittee, chaired by Rep. Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), announced a two-day hearing, beginning on Wednesday, March 21, 2018, at 9 a.m. in room 2123 of the Rayburn House Office Building. The hearing is entitled, "Combating the Opioid Crisis: Prevention and Public Health Solutions." The second day of the hearing will be he more PR
$1 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Accelerating Capacity for Science, Technology, Innovation (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development announced that it expects to award up to six cooperative agreements for accelerating low and middle income countries' capacity for high-level science, technology, and innovation by supporting partnerships between institutions of higher education and other public or private sector partners.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $1 million. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and oth more ST
$1 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Building, Improvement of Laboratory Capacity (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to two cooperative agreements for the building and improvement of laboratory capacity and quality in Congo, under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief Initiative.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $1 million. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, cit more ST
$1 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Health Information Systems Support for AIDS Epidemic Control (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to two cooperative agreements for alternative power and technology support and health information systems support for epidemic control under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief Initiative.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $1 million. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is more ST
$1 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Prevention of Violence Against Law Enforcement Officers (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance announced that it expects to award up to three cooperative agreements for the prevention of violence against law enforcement officers and ensuring officer resilience and survivability.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $1 million. The agency said the grant was associated with a) education, b) employment, labor and training and c) law, justice and legal services.
This funding opportunity is ope more ST
$1 Million Funding Available for Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for commercial motor vehicle operator safety training.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $1 million. The agency said the grant was associated with transportation.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments;private, public and state controlled instituti more ST
$1 Million Funding Available for Federal-State Marketing Improvement Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Marketing Service announced that it intends to award up to 40 discretionary grants for the Federal-State Marketing Improvement Program.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $1 million with a ceiling of $250,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with agriculture.
This funding opportunity is open to public and state controlled institutions of higher education and more ST
$1 Million Funding Available for Mental Illness Treatment Research Centers (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for advanced laboratories for accelerating the reach and impact of treatments for youth and adults with mental illness research centers.
This funding opportunity uses the specialized center mechanism.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $1 million.
This funding opportunity is open to to state, county, city, township and more ST
$1.3 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Archaeological Program Support in Kansas (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The Department of Defense announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for archaeological program support in Fort Riley, Kansas.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $1.3 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; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher edu more ST
$1.3 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for State Drug Residue Prevention Program Improvement (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Food and Drug Administration announced that it expects to award up to nine cooperative agreements for the improvement and development of state drug residue prevention programs.
This funding opportunity uses the research demonstration - cooperative agreements mechanism.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $1,275,000 with a ceiling of $175,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant more ST
$1.3 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Support of Strategic Information Activities in Lesotho (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to two cooperative agreements for support of strategic information activities in Lesotho under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief Initiative.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $1.3 million. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and s more ST
$1.4 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Trafficking Victim Assistance in 23 States (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for trafficking victim assistance in Alabama, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah and Wyoming.
The estimated total program funding available was cited more ST
$1.5 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Support for HIV, AIDS Clinical Mentorship (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to two cooperative agreements for the strengthening of Vietnam's indigenous technical assistance capacity and systems through support for HIV and AIDS clinical mentorship.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $1.5 million. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, ci more ST
$1.5 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Tuberculosis, HIV Programs Integration (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to two cooperative agreements for the integration of tuberculosis and HIV programs.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $1.5 million. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, pu more ST
$1.5 Million Funding Available for Therapy for Visual Disorders Research (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for a translational research program on therapy for visual disorders.
This funding opportunity uses the resource-related research projects mechanism.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $1.5 million.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school dis more ST
$1.6 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Fellowship Program for ASEAN (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for a fellowship program for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $1.6 million.
This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education and nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS.
The agency description of the gra more ST
$1.8 Million Funding Available for Maternal, Child Health Nutrition Training Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Health Resources and Services Administration announced that it intends to award up to eight discretionary grants for the Maternal and Child Health Nutrition Training Program.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $1,825,000.
This funding opportunity is open to domestic public and nonprofit private institutions of higher learning.
The agency description of the grant states: "The Health Resources and more ST
$10 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for HIV Diagnosis, Treatment, Monitoring (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to two cooperative agreements for the strengthening of high quality laboratory services scale-up for HIV diagnosis, care, treatment and monitoring in Mozambique.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $10 million. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, townshi more ST
$10 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Targeted Strategic Information Support to Fight HIV, AIDS (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to two cooperative agreements for targeted strategic information support across countries to fight HIV, AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $10 million. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district gove more ST
$10 Million Funding Available for Innovations in Community-Based Crime Reduction (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance announced that it intends to award up to 10 discretionary grants for innovations in community-based crime reduction.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $10 million with a ceiling of $1 million for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with a) humanities and b) law, justice and legal services.
This funding opportunity is open to county, city and township go more ST
$11.7 Million Funding Available for STEM Education, Research Promotion (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The National Science Foundation announced that it intends to award up to 47 discretionary grants for the Tribal Colleges and Universities Program to promote high quality science, technology, engineering and mathematics education, research and outreach.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $11.7 million with a ceiling of $3 million for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research a more ST
$12 Million Funding Available for Cybersecurity Innovation for Cyberinfrastructure Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The National Science Foundation announced that it intends to award up to 12 discretionary grants for the Cybersecurity Innovation for Cyberinfrastructure Program that aims to develop, deploy and integrate security solutions that benefit the scientific community by ensuring the integrity, resilience and reliability of the end-to-end scientific workflow.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $12 million. The agency said the grant was associated with sc more ST
$125,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Best Practices in Library Management Research (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's U.S. Geological Survey announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for research, technical assistance and education on best practices related to library management and assessment of library services.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $125,000. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development.
This funding opportunity is open to participati more ST
$13,470 Federal Contract Awarded to Green Water Energy (10)
GALLUP, New Mexico, March 16 -- Green Water Energy LLC, Lewiston, Idaho, won a $13,470 federal contract set aside for Native American small business from the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs for water heater replacement for the Bureau of Indian Education-Bread Spring Day school in Gallup, New Mexico. more CTR
$15 Million Funding Available for Replication, Expansion of High-Quality Charter Schools (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Education announced that it intends to award up to 30 discretionary grants for the replication and expansion of high-quality charter schools.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $15 million with a ceiling of $1,250,000 for each award in the program.
This funding opportunity is open to developers that have applied to an authorized public chartering authority to operate a charter school and provided adequate and timely notice more ST
$15.8 Million Funding Available for Opioid Overdose Prevention Research (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it intends to award up to seven discretionary grants for research on primary or secondary prevention of opioid overdose.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $15,750,000 with a ceiling of $750,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, towns more ST
$150 Million Funding Available for Charter Schools Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Education announced that it intends to award up to three discretionary grants for the Charter Schools Program that aims to expand opportunities for all students.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $150 million with a ceiling of $25 million for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with education.
This funding opportunity is open to State entities in states with a specific state statute authoriz more ST
$150,000 Funding Available for Conservation Approaches, Technologies Development in Idaho (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service announced that it intends to award up to three discretionary grants for the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies in Idaho.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $150,000. The agency said the grant was associated with agriculture.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; inde more ST
$16.2 Million Funding Available for Young Investigator Research Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Air Force Office of Scientific Research announced that it intends to award up to 36 discretionary grants for the Young Investigator Research Program to support scientists and engineers that show exceptional ability and promise for conducting basic research.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $16.2 million with a ceiling of $450,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and othe more ST
$2 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Addressing Neighborhood-Level Crime Issues (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for national training and technical assistance for the planning and implementation of place-based, community-oriented strategies to address neighborhood-level crime issues.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $2 million.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independe more ST
$2 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Anti-Terrorism Training (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for anti-terrorism training.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $2 million. The agency said the grant was associated with a) disaster prevention and relief and b) law, justice and legal services.
This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; Native American tribal gov more ST
$2 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for HIV Testing, Prevention Services (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to two cooperative agreements for the improvement of the uptake of HIV testing and prevention services, referral and linkages in Zambia.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $2 million. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district gov more ST
$2 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for HIV, AIDS Prevention (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to two cooperative agreements for the expansion of HIV and AIDS care and prevention among church related hospitals and clinics in Zimbabwe.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $2 million. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district more ST
$2 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Pipeline Safety Research (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Material Safety Administration announced that it expects to award up to six cooperative agreements for pipeline safety research.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $2 million with a ceiling of $300,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development.
This funding opportunity is open to private, publ more ST
$2 Million Funding Available for Research, Evaluation on Decision-Making (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's National Institute of Justice announced that it intends to award up to four discretionary grants for research and evaluation on decision-making.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $2 million. The agency said the grant was associated with law, justice and legal services.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city and township governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controll more ST
$2,930 Federal Contract Awarded to K&B (10)
GALLUP, New Mexico, March 12 -- K&B Co. Inc., Gallup, New Mexico, won a $2,930 federal contract from the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs for bread products for the Bureau of Indian Education's Bread Spring Day School in New Mexico. more CTR
$2.2 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Dental Practice-Based Research Network Coordinating Center (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for a national dental practice-based research network: coordinating center.
This funding opportunity uses the research project - cooperative agreements mechanism.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $2.2 million.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments more ST
$2.5 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Refugee Assistance in India, Nepal (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for assistance to Tibetan refugees in India and Nepal.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $2.5 million.
This funding opportunity is open to non-profits and non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS.
The agency description of the grant states: "Because of the Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration's (PRM) mandat more ST
$2.5 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Trafficking Victim Assistance in 14 States (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for trafficking victim assistance in Alaska, Arizona, California, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, American Samoa, Marshall Islands, Republic of Palau, and Washington.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $2,535,000. The agency s more ST
$2.5 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Trafficking Victim Assistance in 22 States (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for trafficking victim assistance in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, and U.S. Virgin Islands.
The estimated total pr more ST
$2.5 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Natural Resource Conservation in Oklahoma (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that it expects to award up to 11 cooperative agreements for the implementation of natural resource conservation objectives.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $2.5 million. The agency said the grant was associated with a) agriculture, b) education, c) environment, d) natural resources and e) science and technology and other research and development.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, c more ST
$2.5 Million Funding Available for Management Development for Opioid Use Disorder Treatment (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for science-based quality measurement and management development for opioid use disorder treatment.
This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental phased award mechanism.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $2.5 million.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special d more ST
$20 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Services for Populations Affected by HIV, AIDS (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development in
India announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for services for key populations affected by HIV and AIDS.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $20 million.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; Native American tribal gover more ST
$20,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Conservation Interns in Pennsylvania (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for conservation interns for the Rayston Lake project in Pennsylvania.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $20,000. The agency said the grant was associated with natural resources.
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. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore D more ST
$200,000 Funding Available for Cancer Risk Identification, Prevention Research (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for innovative basic research on adducts in cancer risk identification and prevention.
This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental grant mechanism.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent more ST
$200,000 Funding Available for Oral Health Research Related to HIV, AIDS (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for basic and translational oral health research related to HIV and AIDS.
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 scho more ST
$200,000 Funding Available for Solving Specific Problems, Paradoxes in Cancer Research (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for research projects designed to solve specific problems and paradoxes in cancer research identified by the National Cancer Institute Provocative Questions initiative.
This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism.
No award amount was specified for this program.
This funding opportunity is open more ST
$23 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's National Energy Technology Laboratory announced that it expects to award up to six cooperative agreements for the Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Program.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $23 million. The agency said the grant was associated with a) energy and b) science and technology and other research and development.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; ind more ST
$24,738 Federal Contract Awarded to Creamland Dairies (10)
GALLUP, New Mexico, March 12 -- Creamland Dairies LLC, Albuquerque, New Mexico, won a $24,738 federal contract from the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs for dairy products for the Bureau of Indian Education's Chichitah-Jones Ranch Community School in Vanderwagen, New Mexico. more CTR
$25 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Equitable Access to Education in Senegal (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development in
Senegal announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for equitable access to education in Casamance and Kedougou regions.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $25 million.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; Native American tribal g more ST
$25 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Programs to End Modern Slavery (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The U.S. Department of State's Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons announced that it expects to award up to five cooperative agreements for programs and projects that seek to achieve a measurable and substantial reduction of the prevalence of modern slavery.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $25 million.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; privat more ST
$250,000 Funding Available for Increasing Access to Justice in Kosovo (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for increasing access to justice in Kosovo.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $250,000. The agency said the grant was associated with law, justice and legal services.
This funding opportunity is open to Kosovo non-governmental organizations.
The agency description of the grant states: "The overall goal of this pro more ST
$27 Million Funding Available for Advancing Cognitive, Physical Capabilities in Context of Human-Technology Interactions (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The National Science Foundation announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for advancing cognitive and physical capabilities in the context of human-technology interactions.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $27 million. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development.
This funding opportunity is open to non-profit, non-academic organizations including independent museums, obs more ST
$3 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Support for Colombian Judicial Education (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for support for Colombian judicial education.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $3 million. The agency said the grant was associated with law, justice and legal services.
This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education, non-profits and non-profits having a 501 more ST
$3 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Access to HIV, AIDS Services Enhancement (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to two cooperative agreements for the enhancement of population access to comprehensive HIV and AIDS services in Congo.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $3 million. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; indepen more ST
$3 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for HIV, AIDS Programs Strategic Information Capacity Enhancement (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to two cooperative agreements for the enhancement of strategic information capacity for HIV and AIDS programs in Kenya through monitoring and evaluation, surveillance and epidemiology, and health information systems.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $3 million. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This fundi more ST
$3 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for HIV, Tuberculosis Epidemic Control (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to two cooperative agreements for capacity strengthening and quality improvement in HIV and tuberculosis epidemic control in prisons through optimized service delivery of quality prevention and care treatment services.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $3 million. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This fun more ST
$3 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Safety in Criminal Justice System Research (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's National Institute of Justice announced that it expects to award up to six cooperative agreements for research and evaluation in safety, health, and wellness in the criminal justice system.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $3 million. The agency said the grant was associated with law, justice and legal services.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city and township governments; private, public and more ST
$3 Million Funding Available for Administration of Justice Research, Evaluation (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's National Institute of Justice announced that it intends to award up to 10 discretionary grants for research and evaluation on the administration of justice.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $3 million. The agency said the grant was associated with a) law, justice and legal services and b) science and technology and other research and development.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city and townsh more ST
$3 Million Funding Available for Evaluation of Services for Crime Victims (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's National Institute of Justice announced that it intends to award up to six discretionary grants for program evaluation of specific services for victims of crime including housing, legal assistance, and technology-based services.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $3 million. The agency said the grant was associated with a) law, justice and legal services and b) science and technology and other research and develop more ST
$3 Million Funding Available for Firearms Violence Research, Evaluation (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's National Institute of Justice announced that it intends to award up to four discretionary grants for research and evaluation on firearms violence.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $3 million. The agency said the grant was associated with a) law, justice and legal services and b) science and technology and other research and development.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township government more ST
$3 Million Funding Available for Humanities Councils General Operating Support (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The National Endowment for the Humanities announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for general operating support for state and jurisdictional humanities councils.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $3 million. The agency said the grant was associated with humanities.
This funding opportunity is open to independent, nonprofit 501(c)(3) state and jurisdictional humanities councils.
The agency description of the grant states: "The National E more ST
$3 Million Funding Available for Understanding Impacts of Policing Strategies, Practices (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's National Institute of Justice announced that it intends to award up to four discretionary grants for understanding the impacts of policing strategies and practices.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $3 million. The agency said the grant was associated with law, justice and legal services.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city and township governments; private, public and state controlled institu more ST
$3.2 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Dental Research Network Administrative, Resource Center (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for a national dental practice-based research network administrative and resource center.
This funding opportunity uses the research program - cooperative agreements mechanism.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $3.2 million.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special distri more ST
$3.2 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Cardiothoracic Surgical Trials Networks (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award up to five cooperative agreements for cardiothoracic surgical trials networks.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $3.2 million with a ceiling of $400,000 for each award in the program.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and more ST
$3.3 Million Funding Available for Postconviction Deoxyribonucleic Acid Testing (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's National Institute of Justice announced that it intends to award up to six discretionary grants for postconviction deoxyribonucleic acid testing in cases of violent felony offenses in which actual innocence might be demonstrated.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $3.3 million. The agency said the grant was associated with a) law, justice and legal services and b) science and technology and other research and devel more ST
$3.4 Million Funding Available for Serious Mental Disorders Treatment (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration announced that it intends to award up to four discretionary grants for the improvement of access to treatment and support services for youth and young adults who have serious mental disorders.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $3,368,000 with a ceiling of $1 million for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated wit more ST
$3.5 Million Funding Available for HIV, AIDS Research (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for HIV and AIDS research within the mission of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $3.5 million. The agency said the grant was associated with a) food and nutrition and b) health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, townsh more ST
$3.6 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Human Resources announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for the Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $3,610,000. The agency said the grant was associated with education.
This funding opportunity is open to private institutions of higher education.
The agency description of the grant states: "The Bureau of Human Resources, Office of Recruitmen more ST
$3.8 Million Funding Available for Heart, Lung, Blood, Sleep Disorders Prevention (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for research and implementation studies for the prevention, treatment and control of heart, lung, blood and sleep disorders or diseases.
This funding opportunity uses the research project grant mechanism.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $3,750,000.
This funding opportunity is open to to state, county, city, more ST
$30 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Implementer-Led Design, Evidence, Analysis, Learning Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development's Bureau for Democracy, Conflict and Humanitarian Assistance announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for the Implementer-Led Design, Evidence, Analysis and Learning Program.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $30 million. The agency said the grant was associated with food and nutrition.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district government more ST
$30 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Implementer-Led Design, Evidence, Analysis, Learning Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for the Implementer-led Design, Evidence, Analysis, and Learning Program.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $30 million. The agency said the grant was associated with food and nutrition.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state c more ST
$30 Million Funding Available for Academic Programs for Military-Connected Local Educational Agencies (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The Department of Defense announced that it intends to award up to 30 discretionary grants for academic and support programs for military-connected local educational agencies.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $30 million with a ceiling of $1,250,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with education.
This funding opportunity is open to independent school districts.
The funding opportunity number is HE1254-18 more ST
$300,000 Funding Available for Innovative Conservation Technologies Development in Pacific Islands Area (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service announced that it intends to award up to four discretionary grants for the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies in Pacific Islands Area.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $300,000 with a ceiling of $75,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with agriculture.
This funding opportunity is open t more ST
$4 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for School Safety Improvement (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's National Institute of Justice announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for research and evaluation of technologies to improve school safety.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $4 million. The agency said the grant was associated with a) law, justice and legal services and b) science and technology and other research and development.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city and town more ST
$4 Million Funding Available for Engineering Research Centers Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The National Science Foundation announced that it intends to award up to 40 discretionary grants for the Engineering Research Centers Program that intends to support planning activities leading to convergent research team formation and capacity-building within the engineering community.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $4 million. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development.
This fundi more ST
$4.3 Million Funding Available for Tribal Colleges Extension Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the Tribal Colleges Extension Program.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $4.3 million. The agency said the grant was associated with agriculture.
This funding opportunity is open to colleges and universities designated as 1994 Land-Grants by legislation.
The agency description of the grant states: "The pu more ST
$4.4 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Infrastructure Development's Environmental Impacts Mitigation (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development in Thailand announced that it expects to award an earmark cooperative agreement for the mitigation of environmental impacts of infrastructure development in the Mekong region.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $4,360,000. The agency said the grant was associated with environment.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; p more ST
$4.5 Million Funding Available for Higher Education Challenge Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the Higher Education Challenge Program.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $4.5 million. The agency said the grant was associated with agriculture.
This funding opportunity is open to U.S. public or private nonprofit colleges and universities offering a baccalaureate or first professional degree in at least more ST
$4.8 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Alcohol Screening, Brief Intervention Implementation (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to three cooperative agreements for the implementation of alcohol screening and brief intervention in healthcare systems providing women's health services.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $4.8 million with a ceiling of $400,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
Thi more ST
$400,000 Funding Available for Labor-Management Cooperation Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service announced that it intends to award up to five discretionary grants for the Labor-Management Cooperation Program.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $400,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) business and commerce, b) community development, c) education, d) employment, labor and training and e) health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city and township governments; pr more ST
$440,000 Funding Available for Humanities Collections Preservation (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The National Endowment for the Humanities announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the development of knowledge and skills among professionals responsible for preserving and establishing access to humanities collections.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $440,000. 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 more ST
$49,000 Funding Available for Adoption of Conservation Approaches, Technologies in New Mexico (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies in New Mexico.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $49,000. The agency said the grant was associated with agriculture.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; private, pu more ST
$49.6 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Tunisia Resilience, Community Empowerment (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for Tunisia resilience and community empowerment.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $49.6 million. The agency said the grant was associated with community development.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of hi more ST
$49.7 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Tunisia Resilience, Community Empowerment Activity (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for the implementation of the Tunisia Resilience and Community Empowerment activity.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $49.7 million. The agency said the grant was associated with community development.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and more ST
$49.8 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Maternal, Child Health Services (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development in Rwanda announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for the improvement of the utilization and quality of reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health and malaria services.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $49.8 million. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; indepe more ST
$5 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Key Conservation Objectives Implementation in Louisiana (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service announced that it expects to award up to 15 cooperative agreements for technical assistance for implementing key conservation objectives in Louisiana.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $5 million with a ceiling of $1 million for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with agriculture.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, t more ST
$50 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Strengthening HIV-Related Laboratory Capacity (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to two cooperative agreements for the strengthening of laboratory capacity for countries supported under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief Initiative.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $50 million. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, towns more ST
$50,390 Federal Contract Awarded to Creamland Dairies (10)
GALLUP, New Mexico, March 12 -- Creamland Dairies LLC, Albuquerque, New Mexico, won a $50,390 federal contract from the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs for dairy products for the Bureau of Indian Education's Baca Dlo'Ay Azhi Community School in Prewitt, New Mexico. more CTR
$500,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Refugee Assistance Programs for South Africa (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- 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 programs for South Africa.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $500,000.
This funding opportunity is open to non-profits, non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS, and international organizations.
The agency description of the grant states: "Concept note activities should support refugees and more ST
$500,000 Available in Cooperative Agreements for Community Conversations Research (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The Corporation for National and Community Service announced that it expects to award up to five cooperative agreements for community conversations research.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $500,000 with a ceiling of $100,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with a) community development, b) disaster prevention and relief, c) education, d) employment, labor and training, e) environment, f) food and nutriti more ST
$500,000 Available in Cooperative Agreements for Conservation Technical Assistance in Missouri (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service announced that it expects to award up to 10 cooperative agreements for conservation technical assistance and environmental quality incentives program in Missouri.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $500,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) agriculture, b) education, c) environment, d) natural resources and e) science and technology and other research and d more ST
$6,870 Federal Contract Awarded to D&B Construction Services (10)
GALLUP, New Mexico, March 14 -- D&B Construction Services LLC, Exeter, Pennsylvania, won a $6,870 federal contract from the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs for a commercial hot electric water heater for the Bureau of Indian Education's Fort Wingate Elementary School in New Mexico. more CTR
$6.1 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Building Capacity to Create Safer Communities (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance announced that it expects to award up to four cooperative agreements for building capacity to create safer communities.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $6,050,000 with a ceiling of$2 million for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with a) humanities and b) law, justice and legal services.
This funding opportunity is open to county, city and township g more ST
$600,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Refugee Assistance Programs (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- 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 programs for Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $600,000.
This funding opportunity is open to non-profits, non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS, and international organizations.
The agency description of the grant states: "Proposed activities should prima more ST
$7,651 Federal Contract Awarded to K&B (10)
GALLUP, New Mexico, March 14 -- K&B Co. Inc., Gallup, New Mexico, won a $7,651 federal contract from the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs for bread products for the Bureau of Indian Education's Baca/Dlo'ay Azhi Community School in Prewitt, New Mexico. more CTR
$7.5 Million of Workforce Development Grants to Be Awarded (10)
JUNEAU, Alaska, March 16 -- The Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development issued the following news release:
The Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development is seeking grant proposals for two workforce training and development programs. There are $5.5 million in grant funds available for the State Training and Employment Program (STEP) and $2 million for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Youth Program grants. The grants will support projects providing employmen more PR
$75 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for HIV Surveys (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to two cooperative agreement for general and key population HIV surveys in resource constrained settings.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $75 million. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school d more ST
$75 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for HIV Surveys (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it expects to award up to two cooperative agreement for general and key population HIV surveys in resource constrained settings.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $75 million. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school d more ST
$750,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Training for Tunisian Police, National Guard (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for the training of Tunisian national police and national guard who are currently assigned to work as investigators in the Office of the Inspector General.
The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $750,000. The agency said the grant was associated with law, justice and legal services.
This funding opportunity is open to more ST
$750,000 Available in Cooperative Agreements for Human Drug Evaluation (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Food and Drug Administration announced that it expects to award up to three cooperative agreements for projects to expedite development of data standards and terminologies to support human drug development and evaluation.
This funding opportunity uses the resource-related research projects - cooperative agreements mechanism.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $750,000. The agency said the grant wa more ST
$78,793 Available in Cooperative Agreements for Smith-Kilborne Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service announced that it expects to award up to five cooperative agreements for the Smith-Kilborne Program to train veterinary students sponsored by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $78,793. The agency said the grant was associated with agriculture.
This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled inst more ST
$80,000 Federal Contract Awarded to Elite Laundry & Dry Cleaners (10)
GALLUP, New Mexico, March 12 -- Elite Laundry & Dry Cleaners Inc., Gallup, New Mexico, won an $80,000 federal contract from the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs for laundry services for the Bureau of Indian Education's schools in New Mexico. more CTR
$875,000 Funding Available for Rehabilitation Research, Training Center (10)
WASHINGTON, March 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 opportunity more ST
$9 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Scientific Discovery Through Advanced Computing Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Energy announced that it expects to award up to 20 cooperative agreements for the Scientific Discovery through Advanced Computing program in the area of runaway electron physics in magnetically confined plasmas.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $9 million with a ceiling of $2 million for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development.
This more ST
$9.8 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Alzheimer's Disease Initiative (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it expects to award up to 10 cooperative agreements for the Alzheimer's Disease Initiative.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $9,842,321 with a ceiling of $1 million 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, township an more ST
$90,000 Funding Available for Exploring American Values Exchange Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of State's U.S. Mission to the United Kingdom announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the Exploring American Values Exchange Program.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $90,000. The agency said the grant was associated with education.
This funding opportunity is open to non-profits and non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS.
The agency description of the grant states: "The Embassy of the United more ST
$925,000 Funding Available for Disability, Rehabilitation Research Projects (10)
WASHINGTON, March 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 that generate new knowledge about the effectiveness of exercise interventions for people with 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 more ST
$990,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for TechGirls Central Asia Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 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 TechGirls Central Asia Program.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $990,000.
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 agency description of the grant states: "The Office of Citizen Exch more ST
'Friends of LAX Dunes' Wins ACI-NA 2018 Environmental Achievement Award (10)
LOS ANGELES, California, March 15 -- Los Angeles World Airports issued the following news release:
The Friends of the LAX Dunes (FOLD), a non-profit organization dedicated to restoring the coastal dune habitat at LAX, was recently selected as a recipient of the "Outreach, Education and Community Involvement" Environmental Achievement award from Airports Council International-North America (ACI-NA). The award, which recognizes the joint commitment of Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and The Bay more PR
'It's On Us' Grant to Bolster Campus Fight Against Sexual Assault (10)
WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, March 14 -- The Pennsylvania College of Technology issued the following news:
A $29,928 "It's On Us" grant has been awarded to Pennsylvania College of Technology to prevent, address and respond effectively to sexual violence.
Penn College, one of 39 institutions to receive funding from Gov. Tom Wolf and the Pennsylvania Department of Education, applied for a grant to establish programs ranging from campuswide training to institutional campaigns to raise awareness an more PR
'Race Relations in the U.S. Virgin Islands' at the Center of UVI Charter Day Program (10)
ST. THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands, March 14 -- The University of the Virgin Islands issued the following news release:
In commemoration of the University of the Virgin Islands'(UVI) 56th Anniversary of its charter on March 16, 1962, this year's Charter Day program will feature a keynote address by Professor Emerita, Dr. Marilyn Krigger, author of "Race Relations in the U.S. Virgin Islands."
Dr. Krigger's book explores the evolution of race relations in the U.S. Virgin Islands and UVI's role and more PR
'Spring Aboard' - Boaters Urged to Get Educated Before Boating Season (10)
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, March 14 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers issued the following news release:
The temperature may still be cool outside, but it is a perfect time of year to start getting prepared for the boating season. Boating safety advocates are urging boaters to enroll in a boating education course prior to the main boating season. Spring Aboard - Take a Boating Education Course campaign is a nationally coordinated effort during the week of March 18-24, 2018 to increase the awarene more PR
'Three Women Who Made History' Presented at Minot State (10)
MINOT, N.D., March 16 -- Minot State University issued the following news release:
Minot State University history professor Bethany Andreasen along with two MSU history students, Carly Egge and Sharon Emrich, will present "Three Women Who Made History at Minot State," Tuesday, March 27 at 12:30 p.m. in Aleshire Theatre.
The presentation will tell the stories of longtime faculty members Huldah Winsted, Hazel McCulloch, and Evan Valker Harnet. All three devoted great time and attention to Minot more PR
'Whatever We Do, We Want to Make Sure That We Don't Stymie Innovation' (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The Ripon Society issued the following news release:
With Forbes Magazine reporting that the "Internet of Things" will have grown from $157 billion in 2016 to $457 billion in 2020, The Ripon Society held a breakfast discussion yesterday to examine not only how this growth will impact the American people, but how Congress plans to approach a world filled with interconnected devices and machines.
Leading the discussion were three members of the Energy & Commerce Subcommit more PR
2017 LC Graduate Whitlock-Wild Wins National Award (10)
LEWISTON, Idaho, March 13 -- Lewis-Clark State College issued the following news release:
Theresa Whitlock-Wild has become the second Lewis-Clark State College graduate in the past 10 years to win the University Professional Continuing Education Association's national Outstanding Professional, Continuing, and/or Online Education Student: Credit Award.
Whitlock-Wild, who graduated from LCSC-Coeur d'Alene last May with a degree in communications, will be honored with the award on Thursday during more PR
2018 Professional Development Opportunity for Teachers at Big South Fork NRRA (10)
ONEIDA, Tennessee, March 13 -- The National Park Service's Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area issued the following news release:
Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area is recruiting teachers to participate in the Teacher-Ranger-Teacher (TRT) program this summer. The TRT program is a professional development opportunity for K-12 teachers to spend the summer acquiring new skills in experiential learning through a program provided by a partnership between the National Par more PR
2018 Spring Career Fairs Bring Over 150 Employers to Rider (10)
LAWRENCEVILLE, New Jersey, March 15 -- Rider University issued the following news release:
Rider University's 2018 spring career fairs gathered over 150 employee-seeking organizations for students and alumni who were looking to network and make connections that could possibly lead to future employment.
On Feb. 22, Rider's Spring Career Fair filled the Student Recreation Center with 102 employers looking for current students and graduates to join their organizations. Upwards of 280 students and more PR
35th Annual Governor's Volunteer Award Nominations Open Monday, April 9, 2018 (10)
AUSTIN, Texas, March 13 -- The OneStar Foundation issued the following news release:
In conjunction with the Office of the Governor, OneStar Foundation today announced that nominations for the 35th Annual Governor's Volunteer Awards will open Monday, April 9, 2018 and submissions will be accepted through Monday, May 14th. These awards honor the exemplary service of individuals, groups and organizations that have made a significant and measurable contribution to their communities through service more PR
55 Years Later, Panelists Ponder King's Question: 'Where Do We Go From Here?' (10)
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, March 14 -- The University of Virginia issued the following news release:
Only with a fuller understanding of individual, local, state and national history will people be able to answer the question the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. posed near the end of his life: "Where do we go from here?" That was the consensus of panelists who gathered Tuesday night at the University of Virginia to ponder King's lasting impact.
Throughout 2018, a series of discussions are being hel more PR
8 Faculty-Led Projects Funded Under UCI Confronting Extremism Initiative (10)
IRVINE, California, March 13 -- The University of California issued the following news release:
From a massive open online course countering science skepticism to intimate culinary workshops fostering cultural understanding, eight faculty-led University of California, Irvine projects will take innovative approaches to some of society's most intractable issues.
Under the new Provost Initiative on Understanding and Engaging With Extremism, participants will receive an average of $20,000 to fund more PR
8 FRCC Students Earn Places on All-Colorado Academic Team (10)
WESTMINTER, Colorado, March 14 -- Front Range Community College issued the following news release:
Eight Front Range Community College students are members of the All-Colorado Academic Team. They received medallions and other awards at a State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education meeting this week.
The team recognizes high-achieving students who demonstrate academic excellence and intellectual rigor, combined with leadership and service that extends their education beyond th more PR
AAMC Annual Meeting Focuses on Innovation in Education (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges issued the following news release:
Innovation in education was the theme of this year's Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) annual conference and it didn't disappoint. Most of the 265 educators attending returned to campus with fresh ideas and new perspectives on technology, assessment, multicenter collaboration, international academic veterinary medicine and a host of other topics.
Internat more PR
AAMC Issues Statement on Physician Workforce Needs (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The Association of American Medical Colleges issued the following statement by President and CEO Darrell G. Kirch about the results of the 2018 Main Residency Match(R):
"The AAMC congratulates the more than 31,000 future doctors who today matched to residency training positions at teaching hospitals around the country. This year, the National Resident Matching Program(R) reports that 94.3% of U.S. MD applicants matched, with 77.3% matching to one of their top three choic more PR
AAVMC Rolls Out Competency-Based Learning Program to Improve Veterinary Medical Education (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges issued the following news release:
A new Competency-Based Veterinary Education program that aims to improve veterinary medical education and quality assurance was introduced during the recent conference of the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC).
It's an outcomes-based, learner-centered approach to veterinary medical education that uses a shared framework and language to help ensure that eve more PR
AAVMC's CIVME Funds Second Round of Annual Educational Research Grants (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges issued the following news release:
The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges' (AAVMC) Council on International Veterinary Medical Education (CIVME) has funded three program grants designed to foster the enrichment and advancement of international academic veterinary medicine. Funded proposals include collaborative projects from 15 institutions in 11 different countries and five global regions.
CIVME w more PR
Acclaimed Educator Discusses 'Improving Reading Comprehension With Engaging Images' on April 4 (10)
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, March 15 -- The Central New Mexico Community College issued the following news release:
CNM's Education programs will be hosting renowned literacy educator and author, Harvey "Smokey" Daniels, on April 4, from 7-8 pm in the Smith Brasher Hall Auditorium, Room 101. Smokey Daniels, a former urban and suburban classroom teacher and college professor, now works as a consultant and author on literacy education. He's worked with elementary and secondary teachers throughout th more PR
Accreditation Council for CME and American Board of Pathology Announce Collaboration in Support of Physician Lifelong Learning (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 14 -- The Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education issued the following news release:
The Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME(R)) and the American Board of Pathology (ABPath) are pleased to announce a new collaboration to simplify the integration of accredited continuing medical education (CME) and Continuous Certification (formerly Maintenance of Certification or MOC).
The ACCME and ABPath share a commitment to supporting pathol more PR
ACE Honors University of California President Janet Napolitano With 2018 Reginald Wilson Diversity Leadership Award (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The American Council on Education issued the following news release:
ACE announced today that Janet Napolitano, president of the University of California (UC), is the recipient of the 2018 Reginald Wilson Diversity Leadership Award.
The award is named in honor of Reginald Wilson, senior scholar emeritus at ACE and founding director of the Council's Office of Minority Concerns (now part of ACE Leadership). It is presented annually to an individual who has made outstandin more PR
Achieve Announces NGSS Design Badge for High-Quality Science Units (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- Achieve issued the following news release:
Achieve today announced that it is now awarding a first-of its-kind digital badge to science units designed for the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) that have earned a rating of "E: Example of high-quality NGSS design" on the Educators Evaluating the Quality of Instructional Products (EQuIP) Rubric for Science based on a review conducted by Achieve or its Science Peer Review Panel.
Many science instructional materials c more PR
ACI-NA Announces the Winners of the 2018 Environmental Achievement Awards (10)
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, March 14 -- Airports Council International-North America issued the following news release:
Airports Council International - North America (ACI-NA) today announced the winners of the 2018 ACI-NA Environmental Achievement Awards. The 2018 recipients are Vancouver International Airport, Pittsburgh International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, and Portland International Jetport. San Diego International Airport received Honorable Mention. Award winners were recog more PR
ACLU Issues Letter to Superintendents: Support Students Who Walkout (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 13 -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Minnesota issued the following letter:
Tinker v. Des Moines was a groundbreaking case that first established student rights to free expression. As students around the country have been gearing up for a National Day of Protest on March 14, 2018, the ACLU has been hearing reports of school officials around the country threatening students with punishment for participating in the walkout. To prevent any such occurrences from ha more PR
ACM and CSTA Announce Cutler-Bell Prize Student Winners (10)
NEW YORK, March 15 -- The Association for Computing Machinery issued the following news release:
The Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) today announced the winners of the Cutler-Bell Prize in High School Computing. Five high school students were selected from among a pool of graduating high school seniors throughout the US who applied for the award by submitting a project or artifact that engages modern technology and computer science. A p more PR
Acting Director of Office of Public Health and Education Issues Remarks at Health Workshop (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following remarks by Acting Director, Office of Public Health and Education, USAID/Cambodia Christina Lau at the Validation Workshop for Cambodia One Health Capacity Assessment:
"On behalf of USAID, I am delighted to welcome you to this capacity assessment validation workshop on Cambodia's "One Health" workforce training needs. This is the second gathering of key partners and stakeholders of the interdisciplinary O more PR
ADE Launches AzEDCert Educator Portal for Online Certification (10)
PHOENIX, Arizona, March 14 -- The Arizona Department of Education issued the following news release:
Superintendent of Public Instruction Diane Douglas today proudly announced the launch of the Arizona Department of Education's (ADE's) AzEDCert Educator Portal. The new online tool will allow teachers six months away from having their certifications expire, as well as those whose certifications have lapsed within the last year, to apply for renewal from the comfort of their homes.
"I am delight more PR
Adelphi Student Leader in Diversity and Inclusion Named 2018 Newman Civic Fellow (10)
GARDEN CITY, New York, March 15 -- Adelphi University issued the following news release:
Campus Compact has named its national 2018 Newman Civic Fellows--and they include Adelphi University junior Antonette White, a political science major dedicated to social justice and creating an inclusive environment on campus.
The prestigious Newman Civic Fellowship recognizes and supports community-committed students who demonstrate an investment in finding solutions for challenges facing communities thr more PR
ADL to President Putin: Don't Blame Jews for U.S. Election Meddling (10)
NEW YORK, March 11 -- The Anti-Defamation League issued the following news release:
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) today voiced deep concern at remarks by Russian President Vladimir Putin suggesting Jews and other minorities in the Russian Federation could be behind the meddling in the 2016 U.S. elections.
President Putin, asked in an interview with NBC News if the hacking was sponsored by the Russian government, stated: "Maybe they're not even Russians. Maybe they're Ukrainians, Tatars, Jew more PR
ADP to Teachers: Keep Protesting, Keep Demanding Higher Pay (10)
PHOENIX, Arizona, March 12 -- The Arizona Democratic Party issued the following news release:
Herschel Fink, executive director of the Arizona Democratic Party, released the following statement after dozens of Arizona teachers lined up outside KTAR studios to protest Doug Ducey and his failing grade on the state's education system.
"Arizona teachers, keep protesting. Keep fighting. Keep demanding for higher pay and for your voices to be heard. Doug Ducey has done nothing but drag Arizona's edu more PR
Advancing Public & Nonprofit Management (10)
CLEVELAND, Ohio, March 12 -- Cleveland State University issued the following news release:
Cleveland State University's Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs has created a new center to coordinate education, research and experiential learning in the fields of nonprofit management and governmental leadership. The Center for Public and Nonprofit Management will combine multiple programs currently being conducted by the College into a central entity that can manage public and nonprofit man more PR
Advocates Call on City to Increase Support for Rising Numbers of Students in Temporary Housing (10)
NEW YORK, March 15 -- The Advocates for Children of New York issued the following news release:
Today, Advocates for Children of New York (AFC) and Citizens' Committee for Children of New York (CCC) called on Mayor de Blasio to provide critical support to students who are homeless, releasing a publication entitled Recommendations for Improving School Access and Success for Rising Numbers of Students in Temporary Housing [PDF]. In addition, sixteen leading child advocacy, education, and housing more PR
AECOM Hires G. Jerry Attia, AIA to Lead Its Buildings and Places Business in Detroit (10)
DETROIT, Michigan, March 12 -- AECOM, an infrastructure firm, issued the following news release:
AECOM, a premier, fully integrated global infrastructure firm, announced today that G. Jerry Attia, American Institute of Architects (AIA) has been named vice president, managing principal of the firm's Detroit, Michigan Buildings and Places (B+P) business within its Design and Consulting Services group, effective immediately.
Mr. Attia, an architect by training, is originally from Detroit and brin more PR
AES Milan 2018 Convention Advance Registration Now Open (10)
NEW YORK, March 16 -- The Audio Engineering Society issued the following news release:
Register now for Europe's premier pro audio education and networking event of the year - the 144th AES International Convention, taking place at the NH Hotel Milano Congress Centre in Milan, Italy, May 23-26, 2018. Built on the theme, "The Power of Sound," AES Milan offers the latest scientific research, technologies and professional insights on a host of audio engineering topics. The event brings together au more PR
AEU Welcomes South Australia's Reinvestment in Public TAFE (10)
VICTORIA, Australia, March 11 -- The Australian Education Union issued the following news release:
The Australian Education Union welcomes the South Australian Government's announcement this morning that it will increase funding for vocational education and skills by $100 million, and calls on the Federal Government to reinvest in public vocational education.
"Only public TAFE can deliver the high-quality skills that employers want," said Correna Haythorpe president of the Australian Education more PR
AF, NATO Works to Address Pilot Shortage (10)
SHEPPARD AIR FORCE BASE, Texas, March 14 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news:
By John Ingle
Public Affairs
The shortage of pilots in the Air Force has been well documented, but the United States isn't the only member of NATO looking for more people to fill seats.
That was one of several topics discussed during the 75th meeting of the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training program Steering Committee at Sheppard Air Force Base that wrapped up March 9, more PR
AFGE Charges Education Dept. With Trying to Bust Labor Union (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The American Federation of Government Employees issued the following news release:
The American Federation of Government Employees has charged the Department of Education with violating federal labor law by throwing out the contract covering 3,900 federal employees and denying workers their legal right to representation.
AFGE filed an unfair labor practice charge with the Federal Labor Relations Authority on March 12, stating that the Education Department failed to nego more PR
AFT's Weingarten on DeVos' '60 Minutes' Interview, Trump's School Safety Proposals (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The American Federation of Teachers issued the following statement by President Randi Weingarten on Education Secretary Betsy DeVos' '60 Minutes' interview and President Trump's school safety proposals:
"The White House proposal to harden schools and to arm teachers is straight out of the NRA playbook. It is antithetical to the needs of children and ignores the purposes of public education. The administration made a choice to listen to the NRA and gun manufacturers, rath more PR
AG Balderas Urges Congress to Reject Legislation Blocking State Oversight of Student Loan Industry (10)
SANTA FE, New Mexico, March 15 -- New Mexico Attorney General Hector Balderas issued the following news release:
Attorney General Hector Balderas today joined a bipartisan coalition of 30 attorneys general in a letter urging Congress to reject legislation that would block states from preventing and combatting fraud and abuse by the student loan industry.
"Thousands of New Mexican students have been victimized by the predatory student loan and for-profit education industries and this legislatio more PR
AG Coffman Announces Colorado Supreme Court Victory for Common Sense Education Reforms (10)
DENVER, Colorado, March 12 -- Colorado Attorney General Cynthia Coffman issued the following statement on Colorado Supreme Court's decision in School District No.1 v. Masters:
"Today's ruling by the Colorado Supreme Court is a major victory for public school students across the state. In 2010 the General Assembly passed an important bi-partisan law to improve education in our schools, instituting reforms to allow school districts more flexibility in managing staffing to ensure that teachers fit more PR
AG Derek Schmidt Asks Congress to Maintain State Authority to Curb Student Loan Abuses (10)
TOPEKA, Kansas, March 15 -- Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt issued the following news release:
Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt today joined with 29 other state attorneys general in calling on Congress to maintain states' oversight and enforcement authority over student loan servicers and debt collectors.
In a letter to leaders of the House and Senate, as well as their committees of jurisdiction, the attorneys general urged Congress to preserve the rights of states to protect their more PR
AG Fox Joins Bipartisan Coalition Urging Congress to Reject Legislation Blocking State Oversight of Student Loan Servicing Industry (10)
HELENA, Montana, March 15 -- Montana Attorney General Tim Fox issued the following news release:
Attorney General Tim Fox today joined a bipartisan coalition of 30 Attorneys General in a letter to Congressional leadership, calling for preservation of state oversight of the student loan industry. In the letter, the attorneys general urge Congress to reject legislation blocking states from preventing and combatting fraud and abuse by student loan providers.
"State oversight of the student loan i more PR
AG Grewal Asks Congress Not to Gut New Jersey's Ability to Regulate Student Loan Industry (10)
TRENTON, New Jersey, March 15 -- New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal issued the following news release:
Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal has joined a coalition of attorneys general in urging Congress to preserve the ability of New Jersey and other states to protect students who take out loans by rejecting a move to preempt state-level authority over the student loan industry.
"Congress is considering legislation that would gut New Jersey's ability to regulate the student loan industr more PR
AG Herring Joins Bipartisan Coalition Urging Congress to Protect State Oversight of Student Loan Servicing Industry (10)
RICHMOND, Virginia, March 15 -- Virginia Attorney General Mark R. Herring issued the following news release:
Attorney General Mark R. Herring today joined a bipartisan coalition of 30 Attorneys General in a letter urging Congress to reject legislation that would block states from preventing and combatting fraud and abuse by the student loan industry. The letter urges Congress to remove language from the Higher Education Act reauthorization bill that would bar state oversight of private companie more PR
AG Hood Urges Congress to Reject Legislation Blocking State Oversight of Student Loan Industry (10)
JACKSON, Mississippi, March 15 -- Mississippi Attorney General Jim Hood issued the following news release:
Attorney General Jim Hood joined a bipartisan group today of 30 attorneys general in sending a letter to Congress, urging them to reject legislation that would block states from preventing and combatting fraud and abuse by the student loan industry.
The pending version of the Higher Education Act reauthorization (H.R. 4508, also known as the PROSPER Act) includes language to preempt state more PR
AG Jackley Reaches Tobacco Settlement Agreement for Education Enhancement (10)
PIERRE, South Dakota, March 14 -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release:
Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that he has reached a settlement agreement releasing $27.5 million belonging to South Dakota that has been trapped in an escrow account during a decade-long dispute between the State and the major tobacco companies. The agreement settles a long-running dispute regarding enforcement of the 1998 Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement (MSA), w more PR
AG Paxton Asks Two More School Districts to Stop Violating Election Law (10)
AUSTIN, Texas, March 16 -- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued the following news release:
Attorney General Ken Paxton today sent cease-and-desist letters to the Elgin and Galena Park Independent School Districts, asking them to stop unlawful electioneering activities that violate the Texas Education Code. The school districts used taxpayer resources to distribute messages to their staff and the public advocating for or against certain political candidates.
"The Legislature has enacted la more PR
AG Stein Fights to Continue to Protect Students in North Carolina (10)
RALEIGH, North Carolina, March 15 -- North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein issued the following news release:
Attorney General Josh Stein today joined with a bipartisan group of Attorneys General to urge Congress to reject legislation that would block states from preventing and combatting fraud and abuse by the student loan industry.
"More than a million North Carolinians have student loans," said Attorney General Stein. "My office has investigated and won settlements to protect these stu more PR
Ag Students Compete in Simulation, Willets Takes First Place (10)
MARYVILLE, Missouri, March 15 -- Northwest Missouri State University issued the following news release:
Northwest Missouri State University student Seth Willets finished at the top of this year's AGYield Simulator intercollegiate competition, outperforming students from Edison College, Iowa State and the University of Nebraska while securing a $600 scholarship.
Willets, a senior agricultural business major from Bedford, Iowa, was one of two students representing Northwest in the competition, w more PR
Agricultural Communication and Online English Bachelor of Science Degrees (10)
CROOKSTON, Minnesota, March 15 -- The University of Minnesota's Crookston campus issued the following news release:
Two majors and a minor have been added to the portfolio of academic offerings at the University of Minnesota Crookston. A Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Agricultural Communication along with an online B.S. in English, and an English minor online, were approved at the February 2018 meeting of the University of Minnesota Board of Regents, the University system's governing body.
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Agricultural Sustainability Project Reached 20.9 Million Smallholder Farmers Across China (10)
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 12 -- The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine issued the following news release:
Smallholder farmers who cultivate perhaps only a few hectares of land dominate the agricultural landscape in places like China, India, and sub-Saharan Africa. Increasing their efficiency while reducing their environmental impact are critical steps to ensuring a sustainable food source for the world's growing population.
Yet sharing best practices with smallhol more PR
Air Force Seeks Base Training Education Services in New Mexico (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command has issued a sources sought notice (FA485518R0015) for base training education services at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico. The notice states: Cannon Air Force Base is seeking non-personal services in support of U.S. Air Force voluntary Off-duty education program to include providing Civilian and Base Training administration support and assistance.
Response Date: March 26, 2018; Set Aside: Small Business; Classification Cod more CTR
AISC to Honor 12 Leading Design and Construction Professionals at NASCC: The Steel Conference (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 15 -- The American Institute of Steel Construction issued the following news release:
Twelve leaders from across the structural steel design, construction and academic communities will be presented with prestigious awards by the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) at the 2018 NASCC: The Steel Conference (April 11-13 in Baltimore). The awards presentation and opening keynote will take place on Wednesday, April 11, from 9:15 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Baltimore Co more PR
Alabama's January Unemployment Rate is 3.7%; Sets New Record Low Nearly 40,000 Fewer People Counted as Unemployed (10)
MONTGOMERY, Alabama, March 12 -- Gov. Kay Ivey, R-Alabama, issued the following news release:
Governor Kay Ivey announced today that Alabama's preliminary, seasonally adjusted January unemployment rate is 3.7 percent, down from December 2017's revised rate of 3.8 percent, and well below January 2017's rate of 5.5 percent. January's rate represents 80,841 unemployed persons, compared to 82,378 in December and 120,788 in January 2017. 2,079,871 people were counted as employed, compared to 2,081,1 more PR
Albuquerque Man Pleads Guilty to Theft of Medical Products Charge Arising Out of Pharmacy Robbery (10)
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, March 12 -- The U.S. Attorney for the District of New Mexico issued the following news release:
Abraham Martinez, 36, of Albuquerque, N.M., pled guilty this morning in federal court to theft of medical products charge arising out of the robbery of an Albuquerque-area pharmacy on Oct. 13, 2017.
Martinez was arrested in Oct. 2017, on a criminal complaint charging him with violating the Hobbs Act by robbing a business engaged in interstate commerce and possession of Xana more PR
Alfred University Gets High Marks in College Factual Value Rankings (10)
ALFRED, New York, March 16 -- Alfred University issued the following news release:
Alfred University has been named one of the nation's "Best Colleges for the Money" in a report released by the educational services company College Factual.
Alfred University is featured in College Factual's 2018 rankings, which are data driven and focused on optimal outcomes for students. The company creates rankings as a way to assist students and parents in researching colleges and universities.
According to more PR
ALGOP Issues Statement on Alabama Senate's Action on Education Trust Fund (10)
MONTGOMERY, Alabama, March 16 -- The Alabama Republican Party issued the following statement by Chairman Terry Lathan regarding the passage of the $6.6 billion Education Trust Fund and teacher pay raise legislation:
"Once again, Republicans are leading the way for a better Alabama. As a former public school teacher, I am proud of our GOP Senate and House Caucus for putting our children and educators first in passing the largest Alabama education budget since 2008.
"Years of fiscally conservati more PR
Alliant Energy's Community Investment Totals $7.3 Million in 2017 (10)
MADISON, Wisconsin, March 12 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release:
Communities, nonprofit organizations and students benefited from $7.3 million and 88,000 volunteer hours from Alliant Energy in 2017. Iowa and Wisconsin customers were supported with resources from the company, its foundation, employees and retirees.
"Every day, our company and the Alliant Energy family put money and time into local efforts to help our communities thrive and to support our customers and neighbors more PR
Alumnus Pens Book About Overcoming Abusive Past (10)
MONTGOMERY, Alabama, March 13 -- Alabama State University issued the following news release:
Dr. Denarius Hemphill shares his story of not allowing childhood abuse to keep him from excelling academically.
Alabama State University alumnus Dr. Danarius Hemphill recently published his first book, "Wrongfully Convicted," a story of a child's journey against the odds that led him to five academic degrees, accolades, awards and recognition...but most of all, to service, so that many with similar lif more PR
AMA Issues Statement on SNAP Report (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The American Heart Association issued the following statement by CEO Nancy Brown on "Leading with Nutrition: Leveraging Federal Programs for Better Health," a report from the Bipartisan Policy Center, which lays out strategies for improving the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program:
"While SNAP has played a vital and positive role in addressing hunger for low-income, vulnerable Americans for half a century, there's always room for improvement. As this new report unde more PR
Amari Leigh '21 Named 2018 Newman Civic Fellow (10)
CLINTON, New York, March 13 -- Hamilton College issued the following news:
Amari Leigh '21 has been named a 2018 Newman Civic Fellow by Campus Compact, a Boston-based non-profit organization working to advance the public purposes of higher education.
The Newman Civic Fellowship recognizes and supports community-committed students who have demonstrated an investment in finding solutions for challenges facing communities throughout the country. The fellowship, named for Campus Compact founder Fr more PR
America's Promise Honors 6 Exceptional Leaders at Fourth Annual Promise Night Gala in D.C. (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- America's Promise Alliance issued the following news release:
America's Promise Alliance, the nation's largest network dedicated to improving the lives of children and youth, will honor six exceptional leaders with its Promise of America and Promise Hero Awards on April 18. The awards will be presented by General Colin L. Powell, USA (Ret) and Alma Powell, the founding chair and chair of America's Promise, at the fourth annual Promise Night Gala which will be held at the more PR
American Academy of Nursing Releases Policy Brief on Vital Role of School Nurses in Ensuring Health of Nation's Youth (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The American Academy of Nursing issued the following news release:
The American Academy of Nursing released a policy brief today calling for all students to have daily access to a full-time, baccalaureate prepared, registered nurse in school. The Academy's policy brief, "The vital role of school nurses in ensuring the health of our nation's youth," was published in the Academy's journal, Nursing Outlook.
"Ensuring every school has at least one full-time nurse provides a more PR
American College of Rheumatology Only Medical Association Selected as Top Workplace for Second Year (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, March 12 -- The American College of Rheumatology issued the following news release:
The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) has been recognized as one of Atlanta's top small workplaces by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) for the second consecutive year. The only medical association selected out of 150 total workplaces, the ACR has a staff of 93 and provides specialized education, practice support, and advocacy for more than 9,600 rheumatologists and health professiona more PR
American Heart Association Awards Scholarships to Students Who Are Improving Health Outcomes in Their Communities (10)
DALLAS, March 12 -- The American Heart Association issued the following news release:
The American Heart Association, the world's leading voluntary health organization dedicated to building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke, is awarding financial scholarships to six students who are working to improve the health and wellbeing of their community or college campus.
According to research conducted by the Mayo Clinic, 40 percent of an individual's health can be attributed more PR
AmeriCorps Week 2018 Honors the Millions of Americans Who Pledged to 'Get Things Done' (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Corporation for National and Community Service issued the following news release:
This week, thousands of Americans across the country will participate in AmeriCorps Week, celebrating the contributions of the more than 1 million AmeriCorps members and alumni who have pledged to "get things done" for America. The weeklong celebration also spotlights the contributions and support of thousands of local organizations that make AmeriCorps programs possible.
AmeriCorps We more PR
AmfAR's Dr. Annette Sohn Named New Co-Editor-in-Chief of JIAS (10)
NEW YORK, March 15 -- The American Foundation for AIDS Research issued the following news release:
amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research, is pleased to announce the appointment of its Vice President and Director of TREAT Asia, Annette Sohn, M.D., as an editor-in-chief of the Journal of the International AIDS Society(JIAS), the open-access, peer-reviewed medical journal of the International AIDS Society (IAS).
Dr. Sohn leads amfAR's TREAT Asia (Therapeutics Research, Education, and AIDS Train more PR
AMTA Announces Perlinski Teacher of the Year Recipient (10)
EVANSTON, Illinois, March 14 -- The American Massage Therapy Association issued the following news release:
Bobbi Junod is a massage therapy instructor at the Lexington Academy of Healing Arts in Lexington, Kentucky, having retired as Director of Education in 2015 to focus on teaching. She holds a Master of Arts degree in education from Eastern Kentucky University.
Those who nominated her for the award describe her in many ways. "When I think of Bobbi Junod, it is very easy for me to see her a more PR
Analysis of National Data Disputes Perception of 'Skills Gap' (10)
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania, March 14 -- The National Association of Colleges and Employers issued the following news release:
While the prevalent national narrative is that there is a troubling skills gap among college-educated workers in the U.S. labor market that is impeding the growth of businesses, analysis conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) refutes that any skills gap is as pervasive as it is cast to be.
In his article titled "Is There Really a Skills Gap? more PR
And the Augie Goes To... (10)
HYDE PARK, New York, March 12 -- The Culinary Institute of America issued the following news release:
Among the almost 50,000 graduates of The Culinary Institute of America are standouts in every segment of the food world. This, of course, includes many names everyone knows from popular television cooking shows. At the CIA's Augie Award(TM) ceremony on April 25, hundreds of foodservice and hospitality industry leaders, celebrity chefs, alumni, and other luminaries from business and entertainmen more PR
Another Top Democrat Gubernatorial Recruit Passes on Running Iin New Hampshire (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The Republican Governors Association issued the following news release:
New Hampshire Democrats now find themselves with one less candidate for this year's gubernatorial race with State Senator Dan Feltes announcing that he will take a pass on running. Feltes joins Colin Van Ostern and Andru Volinsky as the latest major candidate to decide against challenging GOP Governor Chris Sununu this fall.
This leaves the Democrats stuck with Steve Marchand and Molly Kelly, a pair more PR
APA Recognizes Five Organizations for Healthy Workplace Practices (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The American Psychological Association issued the following news release:
The American Psychological Association has selected Marriott International as the recipient of its 2018 Organizational Excellence Award, a national recognition designed to highlight the effective application of psychology in the workplace.
Four other employers will receive APA's 2018 Psychologically Healthy Workplace Award at a ceremony on March 22 for their comprehensive sets of practices that su more PR
APU Hosts 38th Annual History Day L.A. (10)
AZUSA, California, March 15 -- Azusa Pacific University issued the following news release:
L.A. County schools come together to explore history and deliver presentations at the 38th annual History Day L.A. Azusa Pacific University, the Los Angeles County Office of Education, and the Southern California Social Science Association host the event on Sat., March 17, 2018, at 8 a.m. on APU's West Campus, located at 701 E. Foothill Blvd., in Azusa. Programming for the event includes a display by the more PR
ArcBest Announces Membership in Blockchain in Transport Alliance (10)
FORT SMITH, Arkansas, March 12 -- ArcBest, a freight transportation and logistics company, issued the following news release:
ArcBest(R) (Nasdaq: ARCB), a leading logistics company with creative problem solvers who deliver integrated solutions, is pleased to announce it has joined the Blockchain in Transport Alliance (BiTA).
BiTA is made up of more than 250 freight transportation companies and works to help develop and set standards for the use of blockchain technology within the logistics and more PR
Articulation Agreements Offer Advantages for RLC Allied Health Graduates (10)
INA, Illinois, March 14 -- Rend Lake College issued the following news release:
Graduates and current students in two Rend Lake College Allied Health programs now have new opportunities to continue their education at a four-year institution. The new articulation agreements will help students enrolled in RLC's Associate Degree Nursing and Radiologic Technology programs.
The agreements, approved during the March Board of Trustees meeting earlier this evening, are effective immediately for those more PR
Artificial Intelligence Drives Disruption in the Analytics Space, Finds Frost & Sullivan (10)
CAPE TOWN, South Africa, March 12 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services across multiple industries, issued the following news release:
Advancements in analytics technologies and convergence of technologies have led to transformational breakthroughs in the business landscape, enabling companies to gain a competitive advantage and create new ways of generating revenues. The availability of ever-increasing amou more PR
Arts Learning Lab Joins STEM Center's Summer Programs (10)
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, March 12 -- The University of Tennessee's Chattanooga campus issued the following news release:
The social studies teacher is diving into the Renaissance and wants new and different ways to present her lessons. She doesn't want to simply open a book and lecture; she wants something that will engage the students in a tangible way.
How about art? Renaissance works are considered to be among the most beautiful in history. The artwork reaches into all levels of Renaissance more PR
Arusha Offers Vibrant and Colourful Worship Life (10)
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 12 -- The World Council of Churches issued the following news release:
Tanzanian dance, vibrant choral performances, and treasured liturgy: the African worship experience in Tanzania has something for everyone searching for meaning.
With a spirit of hospitality, the Christ Church Cathedral of Mount Kilimanjaro Diocese in Arusha celebrated mass on 11 March, inviting fellow Christians from around the world who were participating in the World Council of Churches (WCC) C more PR
As Oksana Masters, a Woman With Disability Adopted From Overseas, Wins U.S. Paralympic Gold, MacArthur Foundation Paves Way for Other Youth With Disabilities in Orphanages to Have Better Future (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- RespectAbility issued the following news release:
Oksana Masters won a long-awaited Paralympic gold medal yesterday in a thrilling day of action that saw Team USA win three medals in the cross-country sprint. Masters, who already owned five Paralympic medals (two silver and three bronze) in rowing and Nordic skiing, grabbed the title of Paralympic champion for the first time in her career.
But Masters' life did not start out easily. Like more than 3 million other childr more PR
Asbestos Found in Claire's Kids Makeup (10)
SACRAMENTO, California, March 13 -- California Public Interest Research Group Education Fund issued the following news release:
Independent lab results confirm that makeup CALPIRG Education Fund found for sale at Claire's retail stores across the country is contaminated with asbestos, which causes cancer. Parents and consumers need to know about these asbestos-laden makeup products. We alerted Claire's to these test results more than a week ago and asked the company to recall these items immedi more PR
Asbestos Found in Claire's Kids Makeup (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The U.S. Public Interest Research Group issued the following news release:
Independent lab results confirm that makeup the U.S PIRG Education Fund found for sale at Claire's retail stores across the country is contaminated with asbestos, which causes cancer. Parents and consumers need to know about these asbestos-laden makeup products. Claire's denies that its products contain asbestos.
"Parents should be able to trust that the makeup they buy for their kids is safe," s more PR
Asbestos Found in Claire's Kids Makeup (10)
BOSTON, Massachusetts, March 13 -- Massachusetts Public Interest Research Group Education Fund issued the following news release:
Independent lab results have confirmed that makeup found for sale at Claire's retail stores across the country is contaminated with asbestos, according to a new report entitled "In Your Face" from the MASSPIRG Education Fund. Parents and consumers need to be alerted to these asbestos-laden makeup products. Claire's responded 12 hours before the scheduled release of t more PR
Ascent Classical Academy Opening Fall 2018 in Castle Rock (10)
CASTLE ROCK, Colorado, March 15 -- The Colorado League of Charter Schools issued the following news release:
Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County, a K-12 charter public school offering a tuition-free classical education, announces its opening in Castle Rock for the 2018-2019 school year. Ascent will occupy a new 10-acre school facility currently under construction in The Meadows, to be completed in July in time for classes to begin on September 4th. Ascent will teach American Classical Ed more PR
ASCO Honors Leaders in Cancer Care for Significant Contributions (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 13 -- The American Society of Clinical Oncology issued the following news release:
The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and ASCO's Conquer Cancer Foundation proudly announce the winners of ASCO's Special Awards, the Society's highest honors, and Conquer Cancer's Women Who Conquer Cancer Mentorship Awards. The recipients of these awards include researchers, patient advocates, and global oncology leaders who have worked to transform cancer care around the w more PR
Assembly Budget Bill Advances Racial & Economic Equity in Education (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 13 -- The Alliance for Quality Education issued the following news release:
Yesterday, the Assembly proposed a $1.5 billion increase in school funding, including $1.2 billion in Foundation Aid as part of a 4-year plan to fully phase in the remainder Foundation Aid that New York State owes to schools. Getting this budget enacted is essential to addressing the educational racism that leaves New York State ranked 49th in the country in school funding equity. The Assembly pr more PR
Assembly One-House Budget Delivers on Road to Success Promise (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 13 -- New York State Assembly Speaker Carl E. Heastie issued the following news release:
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Higher Education Committee Chair Deborah Glick today announced that the Assembly's budget proposal for SFY 2018-19 continues the progress of the Higher Education Road to Success initiative in promoting college affordability in New York. The proposal invests $16 billion in funding support for opportunity programs, provides an increase in base aid at S more PR
Assembly Releases $170 Billion Spending Plan (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 12 -- New York State Assembly Speaker Carl E. Heastie issued the following news release:
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Ways and Means Committee Chair Helene E. Weinstein today announced the Assembly's State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2018-19 Families First budget proposal of $170.2 billion.
This proposal would make significant investments in education, identify essential, ongoing resources to fund the MTA, establish meaningful policies to confront sexual harassment and refor more PR
Assembly SFY 2018-19 Budget Includes $36.5 Billion in School Aid (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 13 -- New York State Assembly Speaker Carl E. Heastie issued the following news release:
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Education Committee Chair Cathy Nolan today announced the Assembly's budget proposal allocates $27.1 billion in school aid, which is an increase of $1.5 billion or 5.9 percent, over the 2017-18 School Year (SY).
The proposal reflects an investment of an additional $840 million over the Executive proposal.
"The Assembly Majority knows that investing more PR
Assist, Volunteer Alexandria Install Smoke Alarms in Lincolnia Hills-Heywood Glen Neighborhood (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 12 -- The city of Alexandria issued the following news release:
The Alexandria Smoke Alarm Safety Installation Support Taskforce (ASSIST) will install smoke alarms in the Lincolnia Hills-Heywood Glen neighborhood in the City of Alexandria at 9 a.m. Saturday, March 17. Installing smoke alarms in homes throughout the City is an ongoing initiative by The Alexandria Fire Department, Volunteer Alexandria and the American Red Cross.
"Far too often, fire deaths in the U.S. more PR
Association for Gerontology in Higher Education Changes Name to Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Gerontological Society of America issued the following news release:
Members of the newly renamed Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education (AGHE) -- formerly the Association for Gerontology in Higher Education -- have approved a set of bylaws that fully integrates Academy activities into The Gerontological Society of America (GSA), where AGHE had previously been a separate unit. The vote on these bylaws took place on March 2 at AGHE's recent Annual Meeting and Edu more PR
Auditor General DePasquale Commends Pa. Commission on Crime, Delinquency for Following Audit Recommendations (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 15 -- Pennsylvania Auditor General Eugene DePasquale issued the following news release:
Auditor General Eugene DePasquale today said his latest audit shows the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) is continuing to use his audit recommendations to improve its functionality.
"It is encouraging to see that the commission took my recommendations seriously in both 2013 and in 2015 and is continuing to improve its overall effectiveness," DePasquale more PR
Avila University Selects 2018 Activist-in-Residence (10)
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, March 13 -- Avila University issued the following news:
To further the mission of changing the world through learning, understanding and inspiring nonviolent action, the Buchanan Initiative for Peace and Nonviolence at Avila University will host its second activist-in-residence during the fall semester 2018.
Ms. Draga "Dasha" Gajic', from Bosnia-Herzegovina, will spend approximately eight weeks on the Avila campus engaging with students, speaking at seminars and particip more PR
AVIXA to Expand Industry Awareness Through a Partnership With the Association of Luxury Suite Directors (ALSD) (10)
FAIRFAX, Virginia, March 12 -- AVIXA issued the following news release:
AVIXA(TM), the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association, announced a strategic partnership with the Association of Luxury Suite Directors (ALSD) that will raise awareness of the fan-engagement benefits created by integrated audiovisual experiences in stadium and arena design. The agreement represents an expansion of AVIXA's ongoing initiative to increase industry awareness across a variety of markets.
"AVIXA is en more PR
Award Helps Advance Gastroesophogeal Cancer Immunotherapy (10)
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 12 -- Thomas Jefferson University issued the following news:
The DeGregorio Family Foundation for Gastric and Esophageal Cancer Research & Education has awarded Adam Snook, PhD, of the Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics at the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center and Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Jefferson $175,000 grant to study the effectiveness of CAR-T therapy as a treatment for gastroesophageal cancers.
Chimeric antigen receptors (CAR) tre more PR
Award-Winning Ph.D. Student Acknowledges WTAMU Professor's Legacy (10)
CANYON, Texas, March 12 -- West Texas A&M University issued the following news:
West Texas A&M University Ph.D. candidate, Hame Abdou Kadi Kadi, placed first in the poster presentation of the 2018 Sorghum Improvement Conference of North America.
The conference is focused on improving the adaptation of sorghum in the semi-arid climates of East and West Africa. Abdou's work is specifically about storage of insect pests of cereal grains.
"I was humbled when my name was called to be the winner," more PR
Babson College Receives Most Prestigious Award for Excellence in Campus Internationalization (10)
BABSON PARK, Massachusetts, March 14 -- Babson College issued the following news:
Babson College is one of the eight recipients of the 2018 Senator Paul Simon Award for Campus Internationalization from NAFSA. Named after the late Senator Paul Simon of Illinois, the NAFSA Simon Awards recognize outstanding innovation and accomplishment in campus internationalization. The awards are separated into two categories to reflect the broad array of approaches used to effectively internationalize campuse more PR
Bachelor of Health Science Degree Creates Pathways With Ten Colleges (10)
KINGSTON, Ontario, March 16 -- Queen's University issued the following news release:
Queen's has signed agreements with ten Ontario colleges which will allow students enrolled in a one-year health-centred certificate program to gain advanced standing in a Queen's online health degree.
New articulation agreements signed with colleges across Ontario, including Kingston's own St. Lawrence College, will allow graduates of the colleges' Pre-Health Sciences advanced pathway who enroll in the Queen's more PR
Bad Headlines Keep Plaguing Doug Ducey's Reelection Chances (10)
PHOENIX, Arizona, March 14 -- The Arizona Democratic Party issued the following news release:
Bad headlines. A grassroots teacher protest. Failing marks on education. Governor Doug Ducey's reelection vulnerability consistently inches towards one of the marquee races for Arizona in 2018.
Why? Doug Ducey has simply failed Arizona children by underfunding our school system and handing teachers the worst pay in the nation. And now, Arizona teachers are fed up and have taken action.
Arizonans are more PR
Baesler Seeks North Dakotans' Insight on Learning Standards (10)
BISMARCK, North Dakota, March 12 -- The North Dakota Department of Public Instruction issued the following news release:
State School Superintendent Kirsten Baesler wants parents, teachers, business people and other education advocates to consider serving as independent reviewers of proposed new North Dakota learning standards for health, science, early learning and the arts.
Later this month, groups of North Dakota educators are finishing the first drafts of updated class content standards in more PR
Baesler: Program Offers Advanced Classes in Rural ND Schools (10)
BISMARCK, North Dakota, March 14 -- The North Dakota Department of Public Instruction issued the following news release:
State School Superintendent Kirsten Baesler says many students in rural North Dakota high schools will have new opportunities to take advanced classes in the next school year.
North Dakota schools are being asked to sign up for the "Virtual College Readiness" program. It offers online Advanced Placement courses in science, computer science, math and English. Students can tak more PR
BASE Education Advances Cutting-Edge Curricula With Financing Transaction (10)
DENVER, Colorado, March 12 -- Holland and Hart, a law firm, issued the following news release:
Holland & Hart represented BASE Education, LLC (BASE), a Colorado-based Social Emotional Learning (SEL) software-as-a-service provider, in connection with the closing of its seed financing in February 2018. BASE raised an aggregate of approximately $1.4 million through the sale of shares of preferred stock to various angel and institutional investors.
BASE provides an online SEL curriculum for studen more PR
Baylor College of Medicine Approved for $489,000 in Funding for LVAD Treatment Decision Support (10)
HOUSTON, Texas, March 14 -- The Baylor College of Medicine issued the following news release:
A research team at the Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy at Baylor College of Medicine has been approved for a $489,000 funding award by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) to disseminate and implement a trial-tested decision aid (DA) for left ventricular assist device (LVAD) treatment for advanced heart failure.
In response to the gap in decision support for patients co more PR
Baylor Mission Teams Provide Harvey, Hunger Relief, as Well as Respite Care to Many in Texas (10)
WACO, Texas, March 16 -- Baylor University issued the following news:
Three Baylor University mission teams served in Texas over spring break to provide relief for those affected by Hurricane Harvey, as well as by hunger, homelessness and many other circumstances. More than 60 students, faculty and staff traveled across the state to serve in schools, nonprofits, neighborhoods, respite centers and community buildings.
"This mission trip opened my eyes to those in need in my own back yard," said more PR
BCPS Library Leader Named Mover, Shaker by Library Journal (10)
TOWSON, Maryland, March 16 -- Baltimore County Public Schools issued the following news release:
Library Journal has named Fran Glick, coordinator for library media programs and digital resources at Baltimore County Public Schools, one of its 50 Movers & Shakers for 2018.
In her introduction of this year's winners, Francine Fialkoff, project manager and cofounder for Library Journal's Movers & Shakers, wrote, "The 50 individuals profiled here - from every type and size of library - are all for more PR
Bergens to Retire, Receive Emeritus Titles (10)
HANNIBAL, Missouri, March 16 -- Hannibal-LaGrange University issued the following news release:
After a combined 60 years of full-time service to HLGU, Drs. Robert and Martha Bergen will be retiring at the end of summer 2018.
Their retirement was announced to HLGU's board of trustees on Friday, March, 16. At that time the board unanimously voted to grant the Bergens emeritus status.
The title of emeritus is bestowed upon someone as a recognition for special contribution to the institution and more PR
Beshear, AGs Urge Congress to Stop Legislation That Dismantles State Oversight of Student Loan Industry (10)
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, March 15 -- Kentucky Attorney General Andy Beshear issued the following news release:
Attorney General Andy Beshear and a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general sent a letter urging congress to scrap legislation that would block states from combating fraud and abuse by the student loan industry.
The coalition is advising Congress to remove language from the pending version of the Higher Education Act reauthorization, H.R. 4508, also known as the PROSPER Act that will ob more PR
BEST5 Conference Schedule Now Available (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The National Institute of Building Sciences issued the following news release:
The waiting is nearly over to attend the fifth BEST Conference Building Enclosure Science & Technology (BEST5), April 16-18, 2018, at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With the BEST5 Conference Program now in place, attendees can start planning their preferred schedule from the three days of sessions highlighting in-depth research and applications on the science and a more PR
Beta Blocker Shows Mixed Results in Protecting Against Chemo-Induced Heart Damage (10)
ORLANDO, Florida, March 11 -- The American College of Cardiology issued the following news release:
After six months of follow up, women newly diagnosed with breast cancer who were given the beta blocker carvedilol to prevent heart issues while undergoing chemotherapy showed no difference in declines in heart function compared with those taking a placebo. Patients who took carvedilol, however, were significantly less likely to have an elevated marker in the blood that signals injury to the hear more PR
BFI Appoints Leigh Adams Director of Education and Skills (10)
LONDON, England, March 15 -- The British Film Institute issued the following news release:
The BFI today announces that Leigh Adams has been appointed its new Director of Education and Skills. Developing and implementing the strategic ambitions of BFI2022, Leigh will be responsible for the BFI's nationwide film education and skills strategy, demonstrating the educational and cultural importance of the art of film and its role inspiring the next generation of a creative workforce.
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BHSU to Host 20th Annual Black Hills Research Symposium; Keynote to Address Fascist Colonialism (10)
SPEARFISH, South Dakota, March 14 -- Black Hills State University issued the following news:
Two decades of student research will be celebrated at the 20th annual Black Hills Research Symposium at the Black Hills State University March 21-22 in Spearfish. Nearly 30 undergraduate students from throughout the Black Hills will attend the Symposium and present their research through posters and oral presentations.
Dr. Eric S. Roubinek, assistant professor of history at the University of North Caro more PR
Biden Challenges Kellogg Students to Address Growing Inequality (10)
EVANSTON, Illinois, March 12 -- Northwestern University issued the following news:
Railing against the growing divide between America's haves and have nots, former Vice President Joe Biden challenged students to embrace policies to narrow the gap in a speech at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management March 9.
Biden, who praised the school and its dean, Sally Blount as national leaders in the business world, said the students can have a huge impact on society but warned that soci more PR
Black Male Student-Athletes and Racial Inequities in College Sports (10)
LOS ANGELES, California, March 11 -- The University of Southern California issued the following news release:
A new report from USC finds that while Black men make up over half of student-athletes on scholarship, they comprise just 2.4 percent of undergraduates at Power Five athletic conference universities.
Provost Professor Shaun Harper of the USC Race and Equity Center studied 65 universities for the third edition of "Black Male Student-Athletes and Racial Inequities in NCAA Division 1 Coll more PR
Blooming for Hope Suicide Awareness Event March 24 at Highlands (10)
LAS VEGAS, New Mexico, March 12 -- New Mexico Highlands University issued the following news:
New Mexico Highlands joins the community in sponsoring a Blooming for Hope Suicide Awareness and Prevention day March 24 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
The free public event will be in the Highlands John Wilson Complex at 1241 9th St.
Corilia Ortega, interim director for Highlands University's HU-CARES, said there was an outpouring of community partners who worked with HU-CARES to sponsor the suicide awarenes more PR
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Study Shows Spike in Emergency Room Trips for Kids With Severe Allergies to Food and Other Substances (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 13 -- The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association issued the following news release:
Emergency room visits from anaphylaxis to food and other allergens spiked 150 percent from 2010 through 2016, according to a new seven-year study of medical claims by the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association's (BCBSA) Health of America Report.
The study uses medical claims to analyze how many young Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) members were diagnosed with an allergy and the number of emer more PR
Board Approves Three New Appointments (10)
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, March 13 -- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools issued the following news:
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education approved the appointments of Wendy D. Harris as principal at Trillium Springs Montessori, Courtney L. Mochan as principal at Statesville Road Elementary and Kristi Trangsrud as principal at Oaklawn Language Academy at its March 13 meeting.
Harris has been the assistant principal at Trillium Springs since 2014. She was an assistant principal from 2012 to 2 more PR
Board Authorizes Partnership With Army ROTC (10)
ARKANSAS CITY, Kansas, March 14 -- Cowley College issued the following news release:
The Cowley College Board of Trustees authorized College administration to enter into the necessary partnerships to offer Army ROTC starting in the fall of 2018 during the regularly scheduled monthly meeting held Monday in the McAtee Dining Center.
Major Eric Hollingsworth, State Education Officer, provided the Board with an overview of the Army ROTC program and the benefits of the partnership.
The partnership more PR
Board Designates April 8-14 As Adult Education Week (10)
LOS ANGELES, California, March 13 -- The Los Angeles Unified School District issued the following news release:
Declaring "there is no public education without adult education," the Board of Education unanimously passed a resolution on Tuesday designating April 8-14 as Adult Education Week.
Co-sponsored by Board Members Scott M. Schmerelson, Dr. Ref Rodriguez and Dr. Richard Vladovic, the resolution notes the growth and popularity of the Division of Adult and Career Education (DACE).
The root more PR
Board of Education Approves Resolution Commemorating 50th Anniversary of 1968 Walkouts (10)
LOS ANGELES, California, March 13 -- The Los Angeles Unified School District issued the following news release:
In a nod to history, the Los Angeles School Board today saluted students who walked out for educational justice, leading to permanent reforms throughout L.A. Unified, including equitable academic opportunities and facilities for Latino students, and a substantial increase in the number of Latino administrators and teachers.
"Dreams and demands of young people mattered in 1968 as they more PR
Board of Education to Hold Public Forum for Input on Next Superintendent (10)
TOWSON, Maryland, March 12 -- Baltimore County Public Schools issued the following news release:
The Board of Education of Baltimore County (Board) is seeking public input relating to the next permanent superintendent of Baltimore County Public Schools.
The forum will be held on Tuesday, March 13, 2018, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., at George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology, 938 York Road, Towson, Maryland, 21204. Speaker sign up will be from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Each speaker will be all more PR
BorgWarner Celebrates Opening of New Emissions & Thermal Systems State of the Art Design and Manufacturing Facility in Ningbo (10)
NINGBO, China, March 15 -- BorgWarner issued the following news release:
At a grand opening ceremony, BorgWarner Emissions Systems (Ningbo) celebrated the inauguration of its new state of the art design and manufacturing facility in Jiangshan, Yinzhou District of Ningbo, China. The larger facility replaces the Emissions plant previously located at BorgWarner's Wholly Foreign Owned Enterprise (WOFE) campus in Ningbo. With a total area of 50,000 square meters (including 13,000 square meters for a more PR
Boston College: 'A Rare Gem' (10)
CHESTNUT HILL, Massachusetts, March 16 -- Boston College issued the following news:
Esteemed lawyer and scholar Diana C. Pullin, former dean of the Lynch School of Education, where she has been a faculty member for 31 years, and an affiliate professor at Boston College Law School since 1994, will retire at the end of the 2017-18 academic year, concluding a remarkable career that adroitly merged her dual professional expertise in education and law.
The Wyoming native, who served as dean of the more PR
Boston College: City Connects Expands (10)
CHESTNUT HILL, Massachusetts, March 12 -- Boston College issued the following news:
A $1-million grant from The MassMutual Foundation, Inc., to the Springfield Public Schools (SPS) will underwrite the expansion of the Boston College-based City Connects program into eight additional elementary schools, increasing the total to 23 SPS sites serving as additional 2,700 students, announced City Connects' Executive Director Mary Walsh, the Daniel E. Kearns Professor of Urban Education & Innovative Le more PR
BP Diaz Calls for Changes to Specialized High School Admissions (10)
BRONX, New York, March 16 -- Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. issued the following news release:
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. is calling on the Panel for Educational Policy -the body which oversees New York City's public school system--to use its power to change the admissions policies to five of the city's specialized high schools to make the process more fair.
In his letter, Borough President Diaz notes that the city has the ability to adjust the admissions process at five sp more PR
Brager, Mars, and Pittman Win 2018 ACRL IS Innovation Award (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 13 -- The American Library Association issued the following news release:
Trent Brager, Amy Mars, and Kim Pittman have been selected to receive the 2018 Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) Instruction Section (IS) Innovation award for their work on 23 Framework Things, a free online professional development opportunity that helps librarians engage at their own pace through readings, activities, reflection, and discussion. Brager is education and social more PR
Bridging the Disability and Development Gap (10)
LONDON, England, March 12 -- Leonard Cheshire issued the following news release:
Disabled people are losing ground and not sharing in the increased prosperity of many developing countries.
Research across Kenya, Sierra Leone, Uganda and Zambia - by leading international disability charity Leonard Cheshire -- has revealed wide gaps in vital opportunities and support. Increased access to healthcare, education, livelihoods and social protection for people with disabilities can be slower than for more PR
Brown Medical Students Celebrate Match Day (10)
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, March 16 -- Brown University issued the following news release:
At least five cameras, phones and iPads were trained on Cia Panicker as she stood clutching the red envelope that contained her destiny.
"This is so much pressure!" she said with a nervous laugh as her family and friends stood by quietly, ready to hit record.
At precisely noon on Friday, March 16, Panicker broke the seal, took a deep breath and unfolded a letter inside. Then, she laughed and screamed gle more PR
BrucePac Receives OSRHE Business Partnership Award (10)
DURANT, Oklahoma, March 15 -- Southeastern Oklahoma State University issued the following news release:
Twenty-seven business and higher education partnerships throughout the state were recognized recently as innovative collaborations that further the education of Oklahoma's workforce.
The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education's Regents Business Partnership Excellence Award is designed to highlight successful partnerships between higher education institutions and businesses and to furthe more PR
Bureau of Prisons Seeks Special Learning Needs Instructor in Memphis, Millington, Tennessee (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Prisons has issued a sources sought notice (15B11118Q0000009) for a special learning needs instructor and diagnostician at the Federal Correction Institution, Memphis, Tennessee; and Satellite Federal Prison Camp, Millington, Tennessee.
The notice states: "The Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP), Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Memphis, located in Memphis, Tennessee has a requirement for a Special Learning Needs Instructor a more CTR
Business Council Opposes Tax and Fee Increases in 2018-19 Budget (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 12 -- The Business Council of New York State issued the following news release:
With state lawmakers returning to the Capitol and preparing to pass their one-house budget resolutions, The Business Council of New York State, Inc. today reminded lawmakers of its 2018 legislative priorities and affirmed its opposition to more than one billion dollars in tax and fee increases in the Executive Budget.
"As we enter the final negotiations for the 2018-19 New York State budget, more PR
CA Legislative Black Caucus Unveils 2018 Priority Legislation (10)
SACRAMENTO, California, March 15 -- The California Legislative Black Caucus issued the following news release:
The California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) proudly announce its CLBC 2018 legislative and budget priorities.
"The needs, desires, and priorities of Black Californians are reflected in the legislation the Caucus is leading this year," said CLBC Chair, Chris Holden (AD 41). "The CLBC is proclaiming victories in education, economic advancement, and overall quality of life. I am commi more PR
CAAS Student Attends 94th Annual USDA Agricultural Outlook Forum (10)
LOGAN, Utah, March 12 -- Utah State University issued the following news release:
Kyleigh Tyler, a junior in the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences, was among just 29 students in the country selected to attend the United States Department of Agriculture's 94th
Annual Agricultural Outlook Forum as a winner in the Student Diversity Program. Tyler received a weeklong trip to Washington D.C., and is the first student to represent Utah State University at the conference.
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CAI Announces Recipients of the 2018 Board Member Education Scholarship (10)
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, March 12 -- The Community Associations Institute issued the following news release:
Community Associations Institute (CAI), the leading international authority in community association education, governance, and management, announced today the recipients of the 2018 Board Member Education Scholarship.
In honor of CAI member Jerry Fien's long-standing commitment to homeowner involvement within CAI, the organization annually provides financial support for select homeowner more PR
Cal State LA Honors Nine Distinguished Women for Outstanding Achievements, Contributions (10)
LOS ANGELES, California, March 16 -- California State University issued the following news release:
California State University, Los Angeles recognized nine women for outstanding achievements and significant contributions to the University and community.
The 20th annual Distinguished Women Awards were presented to the honorees for their diverse work that embodies Cal State LA's mission of engagement, service, and the public good. The March 14 event, coordinated by the Cross Cultural Centers, c more PR
Cameron University Inclusion and Leadership Summit to Feature Keynote by Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Johnny 'Joey' Jones (10)
LAWTON, Oklahoma, March 16 -- Cameron University issued the following news release:
In conjunction with Cameron University's current academic festival, American Identities in the 21st Century, the Office of Student Development will host the annual "Inclusion and Leadership Summit: Connecting through Shared Experiences," a one-day conference that aims to provide education and awareness about the importance of inclusion and diversity. The event, which takes place on Friday, March 30, from 9 a.m. more PR
Canada, Quebec Contribute to Improving Quality of Life for Baie-D'Urfe Residents (10)
BAIE-D'URFE, Quebec, March 12 -- Infrastructure Canada issued the following news release:
The governments of Canada and Quebec recognize the importance of having good recreational infrastructure that encourages people to adopt healthy lifestyles and helps make communities vibrant inclusive places to live. Thanks to joint government funding, the City of Baie-D'Urfe is renovating some of its sports infrastructure, which will enhance residents' quality of life while contributing to the growth of s more PR
CAP Unveils Early Childhood Agenda for States in 2018 (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Center for American Progress issued the following news release:
Today, the Center for American Progress unveiled an agenda that outlines 10 early childhood ideas for states in 2018. With gubernatorial races in 36 states this year, constituents are eager to hear what candidates will do to improve access to high-quality early childhood programs. National polling shows that making quality early childhood education more affordable for working families is an issue support more PR
Capilano University is Honoured to Host the Opening Ceremony of the Junior All Native Basketball Tournament (10)
NORTH VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 13 -- Capilano University issued the following news release:
Elders, grand chiefs, dancers, basketball players, and their fans will converge on Capilano University, March 19, 2018, for the opening ceremony of the Junior All Native Basketball Tournament.
Now in its 42nd year, the annual tournament will draw more than 80 teams of 800 youth aged 10 to 17 to the Lower Mainland to compete in four divisions from March 19 to 23, 2018. In addition to the openi more PR
Case Western Reserve University President Barbara R. Snyder Elected ACE Board Chair (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The American Council on Education issued the following news release:
Barbara R. Snyder, president of Case Western Reserve University (OH), has been elected chair of the Board of Directors of ACE, the major coordinating body for the nation's colleges and universities.
Snyder became board chair during ACE2018, ACE's 100th Annual Meeting, in Washington, DC. She succeeds Judy C. Miner, chancellor of Foothill-De Anza Community College District (CA), and will serve for one ye more PR
Castleton University: Fitting in Fitness (10)
CASTLETON, Vermont, March 12 -- Castleton University issued the following news:
Encouraging a more fit and healthy lifestyle for Castleton students, faculty, and staff, the University recently launched its newest fitness initiative, CU Move for 60. A collaboration between the Student Government Association, Campus Activities Board, Health & Physical Education Club, Wellness Center, and the Campus Wellness Committee, the initiative features a wide range of classes and activities designed to get more PR
Catholic Charities USA and the National Association of Real Estate Brokers Have Formed an Alliance (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 13 -- Catholic Charities USA issued the following news release:
Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA) announced today that it has executed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with The National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) that forms an alliance to address the obstacles faced by African-Americans and other minorities in obtaining affordable housing. The MOU encourages local NAREB Chapters and CCUSA member agencies to work together to provide education, training more PR
CCSSO Names Carissa Moffat Miller Next Executive Director (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The Council of Chief State School Officers issued the following news release:
The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) Board of Directors has named Carissa Moffat Miller as its next executive director, effective March 19. She will become the first woman to serve as the organization's executive director in its 90-year history.
"After an extensive search, we recognize Carissa is the best person to lead the Council of Chief State School Officers and carry forwar more PR
Celebration of the Arts Event, Free to the Public (10)
BALTIMORE, Maryland, March 12 -- The Maryland State Arts Council issued the following news release:
The Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) will host Celebration of the Arts to commemorate its 50th anniversary on Friday, April 20, 2018, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. at The Walters Art Museum in Baltimore. The event will feature innovative work from artists and performers from around the state in celebration of MSAC's commitment to empowering the arts, engaging communities, and creating artistic vibrancy in M more PR
Cengage and Follett Announce Plans to Offer Cengage Unlimited Subscriptions Via Campus Stores and Websites (10)
BOSTON, Massachusetts, March 15 -- Cengage, an education and technology company, issued the following news release:
Cengage, an education and technology company, and Follett Corporation today announced an extensive partnership to distribute, market and promote Cengage Unlimited, making this innovative subscription service available at all of Follett's more than 1,200 campus locations and online, beginning this fall.
Cengage Unlimited is the first-of-its-kind subscription that gives students ac more PR
Cengage Partners With S/P2 to Integrate Safety, Pollution Prevention and Soft Skills Training Into MindTap (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, March 14 -- Cengage, an education and technology company, issued the following news release:
Cengage, an education and technology company, has partnered with S/P2, an online training provider for businesses and career tech schools, to integrate safety, pollution prevention and soft skills training within its MindTap digital learning platform. The partnership will give students in transportation training programs both the technical and professional skills they need to be succes more PR
Centenary College Will Cover Full TOPS Awards for Louisiana Students (10)
SHREVEPORT, Louisiana, March 15 -- Centenary College of Louisiana issued the following news release:
Centenary College has informed current and prospective Louisiana students that it will once again honor the full TOPS scholarship amounts stated in students' award letters for the 2018-2019 academic year, regardless of the funds provided to the College by the state. Centenary is making this commitment for the third consecutive year after the Louisiana legislature failed to address TOPS funding i more PR
Center for American Progress Issues Statement on Proposals to Arm Teachers, Other School Personnel (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The Center for American Progress issued the following statement:
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President Donald Trump announced plans to move forward on a series of proposals to arm teachers and other school personnel in an effort to "harden" American schools. Chelsea Parsons, vice president of Gun Violence Prevention at the Center for American Progress, issued the following statement in response:
"Although the president's plan includes a nod to a few gun safety measures--such as supporting t more PR
CFTC Chairman Giancarlo Speaks at FIA Annual Meeting (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued the text of the following speech by Chairman J. Christopher Giancarlo before FIA Annual Meeting in Boca Raton, Florida:
"Thank you. Good morning. Thank you, Walt. It is great to be here at FIA's 43rd International Futures Industry Conference. It is certainly the one annual event that brings together all participants in the global derivatives markets.
"So I am delighted to have this opportunity to speak to all of you about more PR
Chairman Smith Issues Statement at Hearing on NSF Budget Proposal for FY 2019 (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 --The House Science, Space and Technology Committee issued the following statement by Chairman Lamar Smith, R-Texas, at a hearing entitled "An Overview of the National Science Foundation Budget Proposal for Fiscal Year 2019":
"Today we welcome Dr. France Cordova, the director of the National Science Foundation (NSF) and Dr. Maria Zuber, chair of the National Science Board, to testify about the administration's budget request and funding priorities for the NSF in Fiscal Year more PR
Championing Sustainability at Keele (10)
STAFFORDSHIRE, England, March 15 -- Keele University issued the following news release:
At Keele we're committed to embedding sustainability into everything that we do.
Our "Root and Branch" campaign, launched last year, strengthens this pledge as part of our continued ambitions to become a more sustainable university and be genuinely sector-leading in the area of sustainability. It captures the full breadth of our sustainability activities across our research, education, business processes, c more PR
Charcoal on the Grill? Latest Toothpaste Trend Inspires Dental Researchers (10)
OMAHA, Nebraska, March 16 -- Creighton University issued the following news release:
A new toothpaste is giving alternative meaning to the notion of throwing some charcoal on the grill.
And a group of Creighton University dental students and faculty are putting charcoal toothpaste -- that's right -- through the fire to determine its effectiveness when compared to the more traditional means of cleaning one's teeth.
"It does seem counterintuitive that you're going to put this black toothpaste o more PR
Charles Bahati Bitakwate to Discuss Sustainability in East Africa at Wilkes University Lecture on March 19 (10)
WILKES-BARRE, Pennsylvania, March 14 -- Wilkes University issued the following news:
Charles Bahati Bitakwate will speak on a sustainable vision for rural east Africa in a lecture at Wilkes University from 5 to 6 p.m. on Monday, March 19. The lecture is in Breiseth Hall, Room 209. Bitakwate is the director of MAVUNO, a nonprofit organization has several initiatives to end extreme poverty. Much of his work centers on water, development, providing education, and community health.
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Check, Please! DC Season 1 Episodes 7-12 Descriptions (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 12 -- Washington Public Television Education Association issued the following news release:
Check, Please! DC returns in 2018 with six new episodes beginning April 16, presenting journeys of culinary discovery that showcase the diner's perspective on the diverse food scene in Greater Washington and feature restaurant tips from actual customers. Giving knowledgeable local diners a chance to share their experiences in one of the nation's hottest food destinations, the p more PR
Chemistry Professor Excited for New Opportunity in Worthington Center (10)
MARIETTA, Ohio, March 12 -- Marietta College issued the following news release:
Dr. Debbie Egolf will begin her 30th year at Marietta College on Aug. 1, and with it will come new responsibilities and many more challenges.
And she couldn't be more pleased. Egolf will become the Director of the Worthington Center for Teaching Excellence (WCTE) one month shy of her anniversary date on July 1. She is the fourth faculty member to hold this honor since the Center opened in 2009.
"Until now my role more PR
Cherokee Nation Gives Teachers' Pay Raise (10)
TAHLEQUAH, Oklahoma, March 13 -- The Cherokee Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release:
The Cherokee Nation is giving its certified teachers at Sequoyah High School and Cherokee Immersion Charter School an immediate pay raise.
The 45 certified teachers are expected to receive a $5,000 lump sum payment on March 29 for the current contract year with $5,000 added to the teachers' base salary on July 1, when the teachers' new contract year begins.
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CHHS Faculty & Students Participate in Poverty Simulation (10)
BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, March 12 -- Western Kentucky University issued the following news:
On Tuesday, March 6th, approximately 45 students from the WKU College of Health and Human Services participated in Community Action of Southern Kentucky's 2-hour Poverty Simulation.
Sponsored by South Central Kentucky Area Health Education Center (AHEC) and staffed by volunteers from the College and community, the powerful experiential activity gave students the opportunity to experience the day-to-day more PR
Chicago Native Finds Her Hope in Service (10)
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Illinois, March 16 -- The U.S. Army Reserve Command issued the following news:
By Master Sgt. Anthony L Taylor
Public Affairs
U.S. Army Reserve Sgt. Maribel Cano-Meraz is a first-generation born U.S. citizen, of Mexican descent, who grew up in Chicago in the communities of Hermosa and Humboldt Park.
Cano-Meraz grew up in a loving family going on vacations, she played softball, basketball and was involved in gymnastics, but she was also exposed to gang violence activity and more PR
Chickasaw Man Proves It's Never Too Late to Chase Your Dream (10)
CENTERTON, Oklahoma, March 13 -- The Chickasaw Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release:
A step in the direction of pursuing an education later in life led Chickasaw citizen Michael Shropshire to his true calling.
After working as a welder for 20 years, Shropshire decided it was time to get serious about what he really wanted to do with his life. When both his mom and dad struggled with their health, he witnessed the work nurses put in to provide more PR
Chief Marketing Officer Katharine Laidlaw is Leaving UNCSA (10)
WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina, March 12 -- The University of North Carolina School of the Arts issued the following news release:
University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA) Chancellor Lindsay Bierman has announced that Chief Marketing Officer Katharine Laidlaw will leave the school in mid-May to join the renowned Interlochen Center for the Arts, where she will become the Vice President for Strategic Communications and Engagement.
"While it's a considerable loss for us, it's a maj more PR
Chief of Staff Fitzsimmons Issues Statement on Rep. Slaughter's Death (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- Liam Fitzsimmons, chief of staff for Rep. Louise Slaughter, D-New York, issued the following statement on the death of the congresswoman:
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Liam Fitzsimmons, chief of staff to Congresswoman Louise M. Slaughter (NY-25), announced that the congresswoman passed away early this morning surrounded by family at George Washington University Hospital after sustaining an injury in her Washington, DC residence last week. Slaughter rose to become the first woman to chair the more PR
Child Care Aware of America Endorses New Proposal to Transform Financing of Early Childhood Care (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- Child Care Aware of America issued the following news release:
Child Care Aware(R) of America endorses a recent report calling for an increased federal role in financing, quality assessment and professional development in early childhood education.
The report, "Transforming the Financing of Early Care and Education," released by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine on Feb. 22, calls for making the complex and fragmented early childhood field int more PR
Christopher Sindt Named Provost at Lewis University (10)
ROMEOVILLE, Illinois, March 16 -- Lewis University issued the following news release:
Dr. David J. Livingston, President of Lewis University, announced Dr. Christopher Sindt, Saint Mary's College of California Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, will become the Provost of Lewis University, effective July 1.
"All of us at Lewis University look forward to the talent and skill Christopher will bring to our community as our provost," Livingston said. "His academic leadership and administrative expe more PR
Circle Discussion at the U of S to Explore Opportunities for Cross-cultural Justice System (10)
SASKATOON, Saskatchewan, March 11 -- The University of Saskatchewan issued the following news release:
Members of the media are invited to join expert speakers at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) for Imagining a Cross-cultural Criminal Justice System: A Circle Discussion.
The recent cases involving Colten Boushie and Tina Fontaine have highlighted continuing problems with the Canadian justice system when it applies to Indigenous victims and offenders.
Speakers Larry Chartrand, Michael more PR
City Accepting Proposals for Housing Rehabilitation-Related Services (10)
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, March 14 -- The city of Greensboro issued the following news:
The City's Neighborhood Development Department is now accepting proposals for the following housing rehabilitation-related services for three-year contracts beginning in May:
Outreach, Education, Referral & Program Evaluation - To conduct at least 24 outreach and education events to the general public and provide at least 15 quarterly program referrals and evaluations for the Lead-Safe Housing Program.
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Clark Hill Attorney David Blau Presented at the International Council of Shopping Centers Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan & Pennsylvania Retail Development and Law Symposium on March 2, 2018 (10)
DETROIT, Michigan, March 12 -- Clark Hill, a law firm, issued the following news release:
David M. Blau presented at the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) 2018 Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, & Pennsylvania Retail Development and Law Symposium for Lawyers and Real Estate Professionals, "Changing the Narrative in the Era of "Fake News": The Retail Beat Goes On" on March 2, 2018. The program focused on the needs of legal, financial, and leasing professionals in the retail real e more PR
Clark State to Host HTEC Conference, Welcome Educators From Across the State, Country (10)
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio, March 14 -- Clark State Community College issued the following news release:
Clark State Community College will host a Haas Technical Education Center (HTEC) Educators Conference on Friday, March 16 at the Brinkman Educational Center in downtown Springfield.
HTEC conferences are a part of the Haas Commitment to Education. "In order to truly support our manufacturing educator community, we know there is infinite value in assembling regions to discuss what is working, where ar more PR
Clark State, Partners to Hold Ground Breaking Ceremony for New REACH Center in Xenia (10)
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio, March 12 -- Clark State Community College issued the following news release:
Clark State Community College, in collaboration with the City of Xenia, Kettering Health Network, the YMCA of Greater Dayton, the Xenia Adult Recreation and Services Center and Central State University will break ground on a new facility to address educational, health and workforce needs in Greene County.
The Greene County Recreation, Education, Activity, Community and Health (REACH) Center is proje more PR
Cleveland Clinic, Licking Memorial Health Systems Earn 2018 Ohio Patient Safety Best Practice Award (10)
COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 16 -- The Ohio Hospital Association issued the following news release:
In recognition of National Patient Safety Awareness Week (March 11-17), the Ohio Patient Safety Institute recognized Cleveland Clinic (Cleveland) and Licking Memorial Health Systems (Newark) as the recipients of the 9th Annual Dr. Frank Dono Best Practice Award for their work to improve health care outcomes.
"This year's honorees have achieved great patient outcomes through dedicated team work, cross-d more PR
CNN Contributor Maria Cardona, Civic Leader Lenny Mendonca to Speak at UC Merced's Largest Commencement Ceremonies (10)
MERCED, California, March 12 -- The University of California-Merced issued the following news:
The University of California, Merced, has selected political commentator and public affairs professional Maria Cardona and civic leader and entrepreneur Lenny Mendonca to deliver keynote addresses at its 13th commencement Opens a New Window. exercises, May 12 and 13.
"We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of our largest graduating class at this milestone in their educational journey," Ch more PR
Cole Named Co-op Student of the Year (10)
LETHBRIDGE, Alberta, March 16 -- The University of Lethbridge issued the following news:
The Career Bridge (Co-operative Education and Applied Studies) team at the University of Lethbridge is proud to kick off National Co-operative Education Week (Mar. 19-23) by announcing the 2017 U of L Co-op Student of the Year, Kyle Cole.
Cole is currently in his fourth year of a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and has completed three co-op work terms with two different employers, totaling 12 months of work more PR
College Launches New Speaker Series to Stimulate Campus Community Connections (10)
GREENVILLE, Pennsylvania, March 15 -- Thiel College issued the following news release:
Thiel College, a leading liberal arts college in northwest Pennsylvania, launches the inaugural Network for Vocation in Undergraduate Education speaker series "What Matters to Me and Why" with its President Susan Traverso, Ph.D., as the distinguished speaker at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 20 in the Lutheran Heritage Room of the Howard Miller Student Center. A dinner will follow Traverso's speech.
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College of Agriculture Celebrates National Ag Day With Inaugural AgFest (10)
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, March 12 -- Tennessee State University issued the following news:
Tennessee State University's College of Agriculture will celebrate National Ag Day with its inaugural AgFest on March 20.
TSU President Glenda Glover will be present at 2 p.m. to cut the ribbon for the opening of the College's brand new labs in the university's Agriculture Complex on the main campus. College Dean Dr. Chandra Reddy will host a tour of those labs and existing ones. Anyone interested will have more PR
College of Arts and Architecture Dean Barbara Korner to Retire in 2019 (10)
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, March 14 -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following news release:
Barbara "Bobbi" Korner, who has served as dean of the Penn State College of Arts and Architecture since 2007, has announced her retirement, effective June 30, 2019.
A national leader in arts in higher education, Korner has played a key role in the University's efforts to establish Penn State as a cultural destination, and she championed the development of the "arts district" concept on t more PR
College of Education is Known Nationally for Quality, Community Connections (10)
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, March 15 -- Lipscomb University issued the following news release:
Think back to the time when you graduated from college, diploma in hand, and stepped into your first job, nervous and worried, beginning your career with only the knowledge and skills drilled into you at your alma mater.
And then imagine that someone walks into your office one day and declares they plan to evaluate your work and compare your abilities and dedication to every other graduate in your major in more PR
College of the Rockies to Offer Cannabis Retail Specialist Training (10)
CRANBROOK, British Columbia, March 12 -- College of the Rockies issued the following news release:
College of the Rockies' is responding to the anticipated 2018 legalization of cannabis with a training program for those who will work in the industry. The Cannabis Retail Specialist program will be offered four times per year, with the first offering, administered by the Creston campus, taking place in May 2018.
"We anticipate a boom in cannabis sales this summer once recreational cannabis use i more PR
College Students Show Strong Support for First Amendment, But Some Say Diversity, Inclusion Is More Important to Democracy Than Free Speech, Gallup-Knight Survey Shows (10)
MIAMI, Florida, March 12 -- The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation issued the following news release:
As college campuses across the United States grapple with questions surrounding the power and limits of free expression, a new Gallup-Knight Foundation report reveals that U.S. college students show strong support for the First Amendment, but favor some restrictions on free speech rights to foster an environment where diverse perspectives are respected.
The survey, sponsored by the John S. more PR
Collin College Hosts Job Fair (10)
MCKINNEY, Texas, March 13 -- Collin College issued the following news release:
The 2018 Collin College Job Fair is scheduled from 1-4 p.m., Tuesday, March 27 in the Spring Creek Campus Living Legends Conference Center, 2800 E. Spring Creek Parkway in Plano. The job fair is free and open to the public.
The job fair will include full- and part-time opportunities in technology, business, service, marketing, sales, education and other industries. Attendees will have the opportunity to speak with c more PR
Colonial Life, Employees Contribute $2.4 Million to Community (10)
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, March 14 -- Colonial Life, an insurance company, issued the following news release:
Colonial Life and its employees teamed up to contribute more than $2.4 million last year.
The multimillion-dollar impact came from a combination of corporate contributions of more than $1.7 million, employee-directed giving and the approximated value of 11,600 employee volunteer hours given to charitable organizations in 2017.
"Our employees continue to support communities and famil more PR
Colorado's Strategic Partnership With Jordan Culminates in National Security Forum With Prince Feisal of Jordan March 13 (10)
DENVER, Colorado, March 12 -- Gov. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
His Royal Highness Prince Feisal Ibn Al-Hussein, of The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, will be the honored guest of Gov. Hickenlooper for a national security forum entitled "Crisis & Clarity in the Middle East." The event is March 13, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at The Ellie Caulkins Opera House. The forum also will include Ambassador Dennis Ross, Middle East policy adviser to five U.S. presidents, and will more PR
Columbia College Chicago Online Launches Augmented and Virtual Reality, Coding Courses (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 12 -- Columbia College Chicago issued the following news release:
Columbia College Chicago Online (Columbia Online) announced online courses in new media, including augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) and Swift, Apple's programming language used in its applications such as iPhones and iPads, for working professionals and continuing education students looking to expand their skills in rapidly growing high-tech areas.
Columbia is the first to provide a comprehensive co more PR
Commission Launches Knowledge Centre to Boost Food Quality and Step Up the Fight Against Food Fraud (10)
BRUSSELS, Belgium, March 12 -- The European Commission issued the following news release:
Responding to consumer concerns about food quality and fraudulent practices concerning food, the European Commission will tomorrow launch a Knowledge Centre for Food Fraud and Quality, operated by the Joint Research Centre.
The Knowledge Centre, a network made up of experts in and outside the Commission, will support EU policymakers and national authorities by providing access to, and sharing up-to-date s more PR
Commission Proposal on Cross-Border Distribution of Funds Falls Short on Critical Issues (10)
LONDON, March 12 -- The Investment Company Institute Education Foundation issued the following statement by Global Managing Director Dan Waters in response to the release of the European Commission's proposed regulation of cross-border distribution of investment funds::
"The Commission's effort to remove barriers to cross-border fund distribution is laudable. Unfortunately, today's proposal falls short of meeting the initial ambitions the commission laid out some months ago.
"These reforms wi more PR
Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights Opens Sixty-third Session (10)
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 12 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release:
Marking the seventieth anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights at the Palais Wilson in Geneva this morning, the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights opened its sixty-third session jointly with the Human Rights Committee. The Committees heard a video message by United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Zeid Ra'ad Al Hussein and an address by Kate Gil more PR
Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights Reviews Initial Report of Niger (10)
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 14 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release:
The Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights concluded today the consideration of the initial report of Niger on its implementation of the provisions of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
Introducing the report, Ben Omar Mohamed, Minister of Employment, Labour and Social Protection of Niger, said that the Economic and Social Development Plan 20 more PR
Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights Reviews the Initial Report of Bangladesh (10)
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 16 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release:
The Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights concluded today the consideration of the initial report of Bangladesh on measures taken to implement the provisions of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
Presenting the report, Mohamed Shahriar Alam, State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh, noted with satisfaction that Bangladesh was appeari more PR
Common Sense Supports Students, Educators Against Gun Violence (10)
SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 13 -- Common Sense Media issued the following statement by Founder and CEO James P. Steyer on supporting students and educators against gun violence:
"Students and educators have powerful voices and are showing courageous leadership in their communities by taking action on the fight against gun violence in schools. Common Sense supports the well-being of kids and families, and we fully support the students and educators participating in recent and upcoming event more PR
Company Congratulates 2018 Winners and Highlights the Global Need for Increased Diversity in STEM and Cyber Education (10)
LONDON, England, March 12 -- Northrop Grumman issued the following news release:
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2018 CyberCenturion competition following an exciting face-to-face final against the clock between 10 teams aged 12-18 years.
The CyberCenturion team winners were announced at the Institute of Engineering and Technology, London, where the finals were held following a daylong competition on March 8. Northrop Grumman leads CyberCenturi more PR
Competitive Grant Opportunity: 2018-2019 Texas 21st Century Community Learning Centers, Cycle 10, Year 1 (10)
AUSTIN, Texas, March 15 -- The Texas Education Agency issued the following document from Executive Director Lily Laux:
TO THE ADMINISTRATOR ADDRESSED:
Subject: Competitive Grant Opportunity: 2018-2019 Texas 21st Century Community Learning Centers, Cycle 10, Year 1
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is pleased to announce the opening of a competitive grant opportunity for the 2018-2019 Texas 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC), Cycle 10, Year 1 grant program.
The 21st CCLC Program, i more PR
Concord University's Beckley Campus Partnering to Host Regional Science Fair, STEM Family Fun Day (10)
ATHENS, West Virginia, March 15 -- Concord University issued the following news release:
The Erma Byrd Higher Education Center will host the yearly regional RESA Science Fair on April 7, 2018 from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. Coinciding with the fair, Concord University will team up with Bluefield State College and New River Community and Technical College to host a STEM Family Fun Day at the center located on University Drive in Beaver.
The Fun Day will provide families with a way to constructively sp more PR
Congressman DeSaulnier Recognized as National Education Leader (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, D-California, issued the following news release:
The National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) honored Congressman Mark DeSaulnier (CA-11) with the 2018 Congressional Voice for Children Award for outstanding leadership and commitment to improving education and outcomes for students. This bipartisan, bicameral award is given to two Members of Congress each year. Congressman DeSaulnier was the only member of the House of Representatives and only Democ more PR
Constitutional Balanced Budget Amendment Poses Serious Risks (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The Center on Budget & Policy Priorities issued the following news release:
A balanced budget amendment to the U.S. Constitution would be an unusual and economically dangerous way to address the nation's long-term fiscal problems. It would threaten significant economic harm, as explained below. It also would raise a host of problems for the operation of Social Security and other vital federal programs. It's striking that the House Republican leadership intends to schedul more PR
Consumer Price Index February 2018 (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics issued the following news release:
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.2 percent in February on a seasonally adjusted basis after rising 0.5 percent in January, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the last 12 months, the all items index rose 2.2 percent before seasonal adjustment.
The indexes for shelter, apparel, and motor vehicle insurance all rose and contr more PR
Consumers' Expectations About Their Financial Situations Continued to Improve in February (10)
NEW YORK, March 12 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of New York issued the following news release:
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York's Center for Microeconomic Data released the February 2018 Survey of Consumer Expectations (https://www.newyorkfed.org/microeconomics/sce), which shows a slight increase in short- and medium- term inflation expectations. Consumers' expectations about their personal financial situations continued to improve. Expectations about changes in taxes declined to a new serie more PR
Contrary to Rhetoric, Trump Budget Would Make It Harder for Many to Work, Gain Skills to Get Ahead (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Center on Budget & Policy Priorities issued the following news release:
Just weeks after enacting very large tax cuts heavily tilted toward wealthy households and large corporations, President Trump unveiled his fiscal year 2019 budget, which deeply cuts low-income programs like SNAP (the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly food stamps), Medicaid, and housing assistance that help struggling families afford the basics.(1) The Administration's budget in more PR
CoSN Increases Commitment to K-12 Interoperability (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Consortium for School Networking issued the following news release:
CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) today announced that the organization is expanding its work nationwide on interoperability in school systems. Interoperability, which is the seamless sharing of data content and services between systems and applications, has become a top need for school districts to meet their evolving education goals in 21st-century learning settings.
As part of CoSN's in more PR
CoSN Launches New Series to 'Drive K-12 Innovation' (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Consortium for School Networking issued the following news release:
Yesterday at its 2018 Annual Conference in Washington, DC, CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) announced a new publication series, titled Driving K-12 Innovation. Set to debut this fall, the series of three short reports will provide school leaders with high-quality information on emerging issues that could impact teaching and learning.
The project will be part of CoSN's EdTechNext initiativ more PR
Council Commends Approval of $4.2 Million for the Construction of the New Chinle Nursing Home Facility (10)
WINDOW ROCK, Arizona, March 12 -- The Navajo Nation Council, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release:
Members of the Navajo Nation Council commend the approval of Navajo Nation Council resolution CF--15--18, which was approved by the Council on Feb. 16 and signed by President Russell Begaye on March 11, to provide $4.2 million in supplemental funding from the Unreserved, Undesignated Fund Balance to assist with the construction of the Chinle Nursing Home more PR
Council Holds Dialogue With the Special Rapporteur on Minority Issues, Starts General Debate on Human Rights Bodies and Mechanisms (10)
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 14 -- The United Nations Human Rights Council issued the following news release:
The Human Rights Council this afternoon held an interactive dialogue with Fernand de Varennes, Special Rapporteur on minority issues. It also heard the presentation of reports of the Forum on Minority Issues, the Social Forum, and the Coordination Committee of Special Procedures, and started its general debate on human rights bodies and mechanisms.
Presenting his report, Mr. de Varennes more PR
County Health Rankings Released: Buncombe on Track to Become Healthiest in State (10)
ASHEVILLE, North Carolina, March 14 -- Buncombe County issued the following news:
Buncombe County is on track to become the third healthiest community in North Carolina, according to national County Health Rankings (CHR) released by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute earlier this month.
Excellent clinical care, a wealth of opportunities for physical activity, and educational achievement helped the county lead the way in North Carolina more PR
CPS Board of Education Outlines Parameters for Proposed Agreement With FC Cincinnati (10)
CINCINNATI, Ohio, March 15 -- Cincinnati Public Schools issued the following news release:
The Cincinnati Public School District Board of Education tonight sent a letter to attorneys for FC Cincinnati that outlines the parameters for a proposed land agreement between CPS and FC Cincinnati.
The letter requests again that FC Cincinnati provide the Board with a fully documented formal agreement proposal that the Board can review and deliberate in public. In the letter, the Board outlines what it more PR
CSE Students Collect Over 700 Books for Project Cicero (10)
MORRISTOWN, New Jersey, March 15 -- The College of St. Elizabeth issued the following news:
Even before they graduate, CSE Education students are making an impact on classrooms across Northern New Jersey.
CSE's chapter of Kappa Delta Pi, the International Honor Society in Education, collected over 700 books for the non-profit book drive Project Cicero, Northern New Jersey. The donated books will allow underfunded and under-resourced school districts in New Jersey to build classroom libraries a more PR
CSM President Named to Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities Board of Directors (10)
OMAHA, Nebraska, March 15 -- The College of Saint Mary issued the following news release:
College of Saint Mary President Dr. Maryanne Stevens, RSM, has been appointed to the board of the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU). The Washington D.C.-based association of more than 230 member institutions serves as the collective voice for U.S. Catholic higher education.
"I'm honored to join the board of such a storied and vital organization," said President Stevens. "There are s more PR
CSU Board of Trustees to Receive John W. Nason Award (10)
LONG BEACH, California, March 12 -- California State University issued the following news release:
The California State University (CSU) Board of Trustees will be honored with the prestigious John W. Nason Award for Board Leadership. Awarded annually by the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB), the Nason award is presented to governing boards demonstrating exceptional leadership and initiative. The award is named for higher education leader John W. Nason, recognize more PR
CSU Showcases Human-horse Connection at Denver Museum of Nature & Science's Girls & Science Event (10)
FORT COLLINS, Colorado, March 12 -- Colorado State University issued the following news release:
For the past three years, Colorado State University has hosted a clubhouse at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science's annual Girls & Science event, a fun-filled day focused on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) career exploration and mentorship for kids, mostly between eight and 13 years old. This year, the event drew more than 8,000 parents and children from across the more PR
CSUN Graduate Student Awarded 2018 Newman Civic Fellowship (10)
NORTHRIDGE, California, March 13 -- California State University issued the following news release:
Campus Compact -- a Boston based non-profit organization working to advance the public purposes of higher education -- has announced the 268 students who will make up the 2018 cohort of Newman Civic Fellows. Among them is California State University, Northridge graduate student Lilia Gonzalez.
Gonzalez, a part-time blogger for "La Comadre"-- a blog to create knowledge about the challenges faced b more PR
CTA Human Rights Awards Go to 8 Educators Across State Who Inspired Communities and Students (10)
BURLINGAME, California, March 12 -- The California Teachers Association issued the following news release:
Eight inspiring and dedicated educators from across the state are this year's winners of the annual California Teachers Association's Human Rights Awards for their outstanding dedication to social justice, and for promoting and protecting human and civil rights.
"These awards honor the social justice and other community work that these educators do that really reverberates far beyond thei more PR
Dabigatran Reduces Major Cardiovascular Complications in Patients With Myocardial Injury After Noncardiac Surgery (10)
ORLANDO, Florida, March 11 -- The American College of Cardiology issued the following news release:
Treatment with the blood-thinning drug dabigatran significantly reduced the risk of death, heart attack, stroke and other heart or blood-vessel complications among patients who were at elevated risk for these events because of heart damage that occurred after major noncardiac surgery, according to research being presented at the American College of Cardiology's 67th Annual Scientific Session.
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DAN Mathews Scholarship Winners for the NAMA Show Announced (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 12 -- The National Automatic Merchandising Association issued the following news release:
The NAMA Foundation announced today the two inaugural recipients of the Dan Mathews Scholarships to attend The NAMA Show in Las Vegas, March 21-23.
NAMA's Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Dan Mathews retired in June of 2017. To honor his many contributions to NAMA and the convenience services industry over his 18 years of service, the NAMA Foundation establishe more PR
Daphnia and Watercolors: Interview With Dr. Brandon (10)
LAKELAND, Florida, March 15 -- Florida Southern College issued the following news:
Florida Southern's engaging and hands-on learning biology department has some pretty awesome professors -- Like Dr. Christopher Brandon! From a young age he developed a love of the natural world and a fascination with evolution, which carried on into his career. His passion for education shows through in his teaching style and patience with students. Those who have taken his class can tell you that he's always wi more PR
Day Two of Equal Education's Court Case to Fix the National School Infrastructure Law (10)
KHAYELITSHA, South Africa, March 15 -- The Equal Education Law Centre, a software provider, issued the following news release:
The hearing of our #FixTheNorms court case resumes in the Bhisho High Court today.
This case is of national importance. If the court agrees with Equal Education, it will mean that the country's law on school infrastructure will be tightened, and there will not be any excuse for any failure by the nine provinces to comply with the deadlines which the law sets for provid more PR
De Blasio Administration Calls on Local Employers to Hire NYC Interns This Summer Through Pro-Bono Advertising Campaign (10)
NEW YORK, March 16 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release:
The Office of Strategic Partnerships marked the beginning of the 2018 summer intern hiring season by launching a campaign that encourages New York City employers to provide internships to young New Yorkers. This week kicks off a two-month citywide advertising campaign reminding employers that hiring high-achieving, diverse local students means "getting help and giving experience" that will prepare the future more PR
Dean of the College Maud S. Mandel Named 18th President of Williams College (10)
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, March 13 -- Brown University issued the following news release:
The Board of Trustees at Williams College has named Maud S. Mandel, dean of the college at Brown and a longtime University professor of history and Judaic Studies, its 18th president.
Mandel will become the next leader of the venerable liberal arts college, home to approximately 2,000 undergraduates on its Williamstown, Mass., campus in the Berkshires, effective July 1, 2018.
"Both inside the classroom a more PR
Del. Norton Introduces Lifelong Improvements in Food, Exercise Act (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, D-District of Columbia, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on March 15, introducing the Lifelong Improvements in Food and Exercise Act:
Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to reintroduce the Lifelong Improvements in Food and Exercise Act, authorizing a national initiative to attack a major health problem in the United States that cannot be remedied through the health care system alone. Increasing rates of overw more PR
Delaware High School Graduation Rate Up (10)
DOVER, Delaware, March 15 -- Delaware Department of Education issued the following news:
Delaware's high school graduation rate hit a record high in 2017. The state's dropout rate also slightly increased.
The annual Delaware Department of Education reports, which will be presented to the State Board of Education tonight, show an overall graduation rate of 85.75 percent in 2017. The graduation rate for several student subgroups - African American, Asian, Hispanic, low-income, multiracial, white more PR
Delaware Wins Dell Foundation Grant to Support Data Systems (10)
DOVER, Delaware, March 12 -- Delaware Department of Education issued the following news:
Delaware has received a $500,000 grant to improve upon previous work that allowed the state to expand its K-12 Education Data Warehouse and Insight Dashboard to include birth through pre-kindergarten data. The grant is the second from the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation designed to help the state better integrate existing data systems.
This funding will help the Delaware Department of Education address a p more PR
Delegation of International Monetary Fund Submitted Its Initial Report on Israeli Economy for 2017 (10)
JERUSALEM, Israel, March 14 -- The Bank of Israel issued the following news release:
Finance Minister Moshe Kahlon: "The main points of the IMF's annual report provide further international confirmation of the stability and growth of the Israeli economy. The report reflects the immense budgetary investment made by the Ministry of Finance in the social and infrastructure ministries, alongside the promotion of structural reforms. All the data prove that a free and responsible economic policy alon more PR
DEM Environmental Police Join National 'Spring Aboard' Campaign to Promote Boating Education Next Week (10)
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, March 15 -- The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management issued the following news release:
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is teaming up with the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) next week as part of the Spring Aboard campaign to encourage boaters to enroll in a boating education course. An informed and knowledgeable boat operator is much more likely to recognize hazardous conditions on the wate more PR
DEM Offers Free Turkey Hunting Seminar in April (10)
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, March 16 -- The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management issued the following news release:
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) today announced it is hosting a free informational seminar on wild turkey hunting next month. The program is designed to educate hunters of all ages and experience on safe, successful hunting practices. A special season for youth and paraplegic hunters will be open on April 21-22, followed by the opening of more PR
Democrats Oppose Harmful Work Requirements That Take Away Benefits (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Rep. Bobby Scott, D-Virginia, ranking Democratic member of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, issued the following news release:
TODAY, the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development held a hearing entitled, "Strengthening Access and Accountability to Work in Welfare Programs." Low-wage workers often rely on federal programs, such as SNAP, TANF and Medicaid, to help meet their basic needs and maintain employment.
"Research shows that most l more PR
Demos Education Pilot Raises Awareness of Gambling Harms in Schools (10)
LONDON, England, March 14 -- Demos issued the following news release:
Demos think tank has been piloting lessons in secondary schools to prevent gambling-related harms among school age children.
Despite more opportunities than ever for young people to gamble, particularly online, tools to help prevent gambling harms are not currently being provided in schools. 25,000 children in the UK are currently classed as problem gamblers, and some 2 million adults classed as at-risk of developing a probl more PR
Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation Drafts New Copyright Bill to Modernise Copyright for the Digital Age (10)
DUBLIN, Ireland, March 13 -- The Ireland Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation issued the following news:
The Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Heather Humphreys T.D. and Minister of State for Training, Skills, Innovation, Research and Development John Halligan T.D. today 13th March 2018, welcomed the publication of the Copyright and Other Intellectual Property Law Provisions Bill 2018.
Copyright protects creative outputs such as books, films, music, software and televi more PR
Department of Human Services Connects People With Jobs (10)
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, March 15 -- The Tennessee Department of Human Services issued the following news:
The Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) is taking another step this month to connect recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (formerly known as Food Stamps) in Shelby County with meaningful work opportunities.
TDHS is co-sponsoring a career, education and resource fair in Memphis Saturday, March 17 and Saturday, March 24 with local organization, and community part more PR
Department of Justice Seeks Emerging Leaders Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms has issued a sources sought notice (15A00018RFI03142018) for Emerging Leaders Program services in Washington, D.C.
The notice states: Emerging Leaders Program - this program shall be a 1 to 2 week resident program in length for those aspiring to become senior leaders (GS-13 and above). It should include current topics on challenges that government executives face today. The course shall align with a more CTR
Department of Justice Seeks Senior Management Executive Police Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms has issued a sources sought notice (15A00018RFI03152018) for Senior Management Executive Police Program services in Washington, D.C.
The notice states: Senior Management Executive Police Program - this program shall be between 2 to 3 week resident program in length for senior law enforcement executives with instruction in the latest management concepts and practices used in law enforcement organizat more CTR
Department Of Justice, EPA Reach Agreement With Two Idaho Mining Companies to Secure Wastewater Treatment and Remove a Barrier to New Mining Operations (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release:
The Department of Justice and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a settlement with the owner of the Bunker Hill Mine, Placer Mining Company, Inc. (Placer Mining), resolving Placer Mining's cleanup liability in Idaho's northern panhandle. The Department of Justice and EPA have concurrently reached a settlement with the lessee of the Bunker Hill Mine, Bunker Hill Mining Corp. (BHMC), re more PR
Department Of Justice, EPA Reach Agreement With Two Idaho Mining Companies to Secure Wastewater Treatment and Remove a Barrier to New Mining Operations (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Environment and Natural Resources Division issued the following news release:
The Department of Justice and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a settlement with the owner of the Bunker Hill Mine, Placer Mining Company, Inc. (Placer Mining), resolving Placer Mining's cleanup liability in Idaho's northern panhandle. The Department of Justice and EPA have concurrently reached a settlement with the lessee of the Bunker H more PR
DeVon's Legislation Helping Students in Foster Care Advances to Governor (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 16 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release:
State Rep. Dale DeVon's (R-Granger) legislation requiring an annual report on the educational outcomes of youth in foster care could soon become law.
DeVon said House Enrolled Act 1314 would task the Department of Education, the Department of Child Services and the State Board of Education with preparing a report on educational outcomes for youth in foster care.
According to DeVon, 56 percent o more PR
DeVos Announces Additional Funds to Support Students at Colleges and Universities Impacted by Hurricanes (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release:
U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos announced the reallocation of $22.9 million in unexpended funds to assist students at colleges and universities located in Federal Emergency Management Agency-declared major disaster areas impacted by hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria, as well as postsecondary schools across the nation that have enrolled a significant number of students from the affected areas.
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DFER-Louisiana Applauds Recent Supreme Court Ruling Overturning Appellate Court and Protecting Funding for 16,000 Louisiana Students in Type 2 Public Charter Schools (10)
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, March 14 -- Democrats for Education Reform issued the following news release:
On Tuesday, March 13, 2018, the Louisiana Supreme Court released its ruling on the case of Iberville Parish School Board, et al v. Louisiana State Elementary and Secondary Education Board, et al. By a 5-2 vote, the Supreme Court overturned the Appellate Court's January 2017 ruling that jeopardized funding for 16,000 Louisiana students who attend a Type 2 public charter school.
Following this r more PR
DFS Announces New Agreement With GEICO to Protect New York Drivers From Unfairly Discriminatory Auto Insurance Rates (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 13 -- The New York State Department of Financial Services issued the following news release:
Financial Services Superintendent Maria T. Vullo today announced that a third major automobile insurance company in the New York market has reached agreement with DFS in compliance with the Department's final regulation prohibiting insurers from using an individual's occupational status and/or educational level as unfairly discriminatory factors in setting rates. DFS announced to more PR
DFS Fines QBE Insurance $750,000 for Issuing Impermissible Insurance Covering Students Enrolled in Institutions of Higher Education (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 15 -- The New York State Department of Financial Services issued the following news release:
Financial Services Superintendent Maria T. Vullo today announced that the Department of Financial Services (DFS) has fined QBE Insurance Corp., an insurer that offers blanket accident-only coverage to groups in New York, $750,000 for violations of New York Insurance Law. An investigation by DFS found that QBE unlawfully issued accident-only policies to institutions of higher educ more PR
DHS Working to Enhance School Safety, Increase Preparedness (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release:
In the wake of the recent attack in Parkland, Florida, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is stepping up actions to better protect our nation's schools against gun violence, as well as other potential threats. DHS conducts training, exercises, and preparedness activities year-round to increase the security of schools across the country and the communities in which they are located.
"No ch more PR
Discover Bank, PNC Bank Win CBA's 2018 Joe Belew Award (10)
ORLANDO, Florida, March 14 -- The Consumer Bankers Association issued the following news release:
The Consumer Bankers Association (CBA) today presented the eighth annual Joe Belew Award to Discover Bank for its Bank on Wheels program and PNC Bank for its Community Connections Center. This year, the award honors CBA member banks with the most innovative and impactful program serving underbanked and unbanked consumers. The winners were selected by CBA's Community Reinvestment Committee from a re more PR
Discovery Education and Nutrients for Life Foundation Host Exclusive Virtual Field Trip at Texas A&M to Connect STEM Concepts to Curriculum and Real-World Agricultural Careers (10)
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, March 12 -- Discovery Education, a division of Discovery Communications, issued the following news release:
The Nutrients for Life Foundation, an educational non-profit that educates students and the public about the vital role soil nutrients play in growing our world, and Discovery Education, the leading provider of digital content and professional development for K-12 classrooms, will host a LIVE Virtual Field Trip for students nationwide from Texas A&M on March 15, 2 more PR
Discovery Education Teams Up With LG Electronics USA to Launch 'Discover Your Happy' Program That Combats Youth Stress With Science-Based Happiness Curriculum (10)
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, March 15 -- Discovery Education, a division of Discovery Communications, issued the following news release:
In celebration of the International Day of Happiness, LG Electronics USA has teamed up with Discovery Education, the leading provider of digital content and professional development for K-12 classrooms, to launch Discover Your Happy - an exciting new program designed equip students nationwide with the skills for sustainable happiness. Studies assert that two out o more PR
District 20 Listening Session - Special Education (10)
CHARLESTON, South Carolina, March 15 -- Charleston County School District issued the following news:
CCSD would like to invite our teachers and families of exceptional children in Downtown Charleston schools to participate in listening sessions with district administrators. We want to hear from our teachers and families directly regarding the strengths and challenges of the provision of special education and related services in our district.
Date: March 21, 2018
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. ( more PR
Dixon Award Bestowed on Three From WSU (10)
OGDEN, Utah, March 15 -- Weber State University issued the following news:
Vice provost Bruce Davis, English professor L. Mikel Vause, and Brady Presidential Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Zoology Samuel I. Zeveloff are fellow recipients of the Weber State University Alumni Association's 2018 H. Aldous Dixon Award in recognition of career excellence and distinguished service to students.
The trio will be honored at the 48th Annual H. Aldous Dixon Award luncheon March 21 at noon in the Hur more PR
DMACC Professor Named Iowa ACTE Postsecondary Eduator of the Year (10)
ANKENY, Iowa, March 14 -- Des Moines Area Community College issued the following news release:
Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) Nursing Professor and Nursing Simulation Coordinator Melody Bethards has been awarded the Iowa Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) Postsecondary Educator of the Year award. This award recognizes career and technical teachers and teacher educators who have demonstrated excellence and best practices in career and technical education at the post more PR
Doctors Support Bipartisan Policy Center's Call for SNAP to Focus on 'Healthy Nutrition' (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine issued the following news release:
The Physicians Committee--a nonprofit with 12,000 doctor members--supports recommendations in a new report from the Bipartisan Policy Center that calls on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program to congressionally mandate a focus on diet quality and healthy nutrition, including encouraging increased consumption of fruits and vegetables. The recommendations align with the Physicians Com more PR
Donation From Retired Cryovac Executive Breaks Record for Clemson Chemical Engineering (10)
CLEMSON, South Carolina, March 15 -- Clemson University issued the following news release:
A retired Greenville executive who has donated to organizations ranging from the Peace Center to First Presbyterian Church is turning his philanthropic attention to Clemson University, where he is providing the largest donation in history to the chemical and biomolecular engineering department.
William Sturgis and his wife, Martha Beth, are contributing $600,000 to create a distinguished professorship in more PR
DOT Issues Broad Agency Announcement on Exploratory Advanced Research Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration issued a Broad Agency Announcement on the Exploratory Advanced Research Program.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $7 million. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public more ST
DOT Issues Statement on Women's History Month Celebration (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation issued the text of the following remarks by Secretary Elaine L. Chao at the Women's History Month Celebration:
"Good morning, everyone. Thank you, Brandye [Hendrickson] for that introduction. I'm so pleased to be here with all of you and our guests as we celebrate Women's History Month at the Department of Transportation.
"Now, more than ever, women are leading the way in some of our nation's top industries, including transportation more PR
Dougherty Named Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs (10)
ALMA, Michigan, March 13 -- Alma College issued the following news:
Kathleen Poorman Dougherty, an academic leader with 16 years of teaching and administrative experience, has been named provost and vice president for academic affairs at Alma College, effective July 1.
She will replace Michael Selmon, who has announced his retirement as provost effective at the end of the 2017-18 academic year. Selmon, who has been a member of the Alma College English faculty since 1991 and provost for the pas more PR
Dr. Andrew P. Miller Named Chair of ACC Board of Governors (10)
ORLANDO, Florida, March 12 -- The American College of Cardiology issued the following news release:
Andrew P. Miller, MD, FACC, has been elected chair of the American College of Cardiology Board of Governors and secretary of the Board of Trustees, the main governing body of the ACC, for 2018-2019. His term begins today as the ACC's 67th Annual Scientific Session ends in Orlando.
Miller will lead 66 governors from chapters representing all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Canad more PR
Dr. Cheryl Stanley to Be Honored Among Black Women of Excellence by the Urban League of Springfield (10)
WESTFIELD, Massachusetts, March 15 -- Westfield State University issued the following news:
Cheryl Stanley, Ed.D., dean of Education at Westfield State University, will be among 15 Black Women of Excellence to be honored by the Urban League of Springfield during National Women's History Month. The event will take place at the organization's annual dinner celebration on March 27 at the MassMutual Center in Springfield.
The honorees have distinguished themselves in their professional fields of w more PR
Dr. Cynthia Lindquist of Cankdeska Cikana Community College Named 2017 TCU Honoree of the Year (10)
DENVER, Colorado, March 12 -- The American Indian College Fund issued the following news release:
The American Indian College Fund honored Dr. Cynthia Lindquist, President of Cankdeska Cikana Community College in Ft. Totten, North Dakota, for her outstanding contributions to American Indian higher education as its Tribal College and University Honoree of the Year. Dr. Lindquist, along with 34 American Indian scholarship recipients named as Students of the Year, were lauded at a reception hosted more PR
Dr. Natalie Hogan Named Chair of Pediatrics for Savannah Campus (10)
SAVANNAH, Georgia, March 13 -- Mercer University issued the following news:
Mercer University School of Medicine (MUSM) Dean Dr. Jean R. Sumner recently announced the appointment of Dr. Natalie Hogan as chair of pediatrics at Dwaine and Cynthia Willett Children's Hospital of Savannah at Memorial Health University Medical Center.
The Department of Pediatrics has an outstanding record of care and service and has, for more than 20 years, served as an educational site for the medical school's thir more PR
Dr. Terry Nance Recognized by National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education With Frank W. Hale, Jr. Distinguished Service Award (10)
VILLANOVA, Pennsylvania, March 16 -- Villanova University issued the following news release:
The National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education (NADOHE) has recognized Dr. Terry Nance, Associate Vice Provost for Diversity and Inclusion, Chief Diversity Officer and associate professor of Communication at Villanova University, as the recipient of the Frank W. Hale, Jr. Distinguished Service Award. The NADOHR honored Dr. Nance at its annual conference March 9 in Washington, D.C.
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Dr. William J. Behre Named President of Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 14 -- The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education issued the following news release:
The Board of Governors of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education today unanimously selected Dr. William J. Behre, provost of Georgian Court University, to be the next president of Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, effective July 1. Dr. Behre will be introduced to the university community, including students, faculty, staff, and others, during a welcoming re more PR
Dr. William J. Behre Named President of Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania (10)
SLIPPERY ROCK, Pennsylvania, March 14 -- Slippery Rock University issued the following news:
Harrisburg - The Board of Governors of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education today unanimously selected Dr. William J. Behre, provost of Georgian Court University, to be the next president of Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, effective July 1. Dr. Behre will be introduced to the university community, including students, faculty, staff and others, during a welcoming reception to be held more PR
Dubai Chamber Announces Formation of Retail Business Group (10)
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, March 11 -- The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry issued the following news:
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced the formation of the Retail Business Group, a new organisation that aims to promote the cooperation among retailers in Dubai, serve common interests and promote transparency within the sector.
The announcement was made during a special launch event hosted at Dubai Chamber's headquarters. The event was attended by H.E. Majid Saif more PR
During Public Schools Week, Rep. Costello Highlights Importance of Public Education (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Rep. Ryan Costello, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
Rep. Ryan Costello (R-PA) participated in a bipartisan press conference with Rep. Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR), Rep. Mark Pocan (D-WI), Senator Jon Tester (D-MT), Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), and Bonita Allen, President of the Pennsylvania Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) to highlight Public Schools Week and the importance of public education.
"I was lucky to be the son of two parents who dedicated their more PR
Ecological Society of America Announces 2018 Award Recipients (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The Ecological Society of America issued the following news release:
The Ecological Society of America (ESA) will present the 2018 awards recognizing outstanding contributions to ecology in new discoveries, teaching, sustainability, diversity, and lifelong commitment to the profession during the Society's Annual Meeting in New Orleans, La. The awards ceremony will take place during the Scientific Plenary on Monday, August 6, at 8 AM in the La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom, a more PR
Economic Expansion Offers Israel Opportunity to Move Toward More Inclusive Society (10)
PARIS, France, March 11 -- The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development issued the following news release:
The Israeli economy continues to register remarkable performance, with strong growth, low and falling unemployment and sound public finances leading to the 15th consecutive year of economic expansion. Further reforms will be needed to drive down inequality and raise living standards for all Israelis, according to a new report from the OECD.
The latest OECD Economic Survey of more PR
ECU's Dr. Mara Sukholutskaya Recipient of AATSEEL Award (10)
ADA, Oklahoma, March 12 -- East Central University issued the following news release:
East Central University's Dr. Mara Sukholutskaya was recently the recipient of the prestigious national level American Association of Teachers of Slavic and East European Languages (AATSEEL) Award for Excellence in Post-Secondary Teaching.
Sukholutskaya, director of Russian Studies and ECU's Global Education program, received the award at the Annual AATSEEL Conference in Washington D.C. She has been a member more PR
Edina Legislators Support Free Speech in Minnesota Schools (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 12 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following news release:
The Senate Education Policy Committee recently approved a proposal mandating all public and charter schools in Minnesota to silence open dialogue in the classroom. The bill, S.F. 2487, requires school districts to adopt policies that prevent classroom teachers from expressing views and prohibits the introduction of controversial matters.
State Sen. Melisa Franzen, DFL-Edina, s more PR
Education Aims to Bust Labor Union by Forcing New Terms on AFGE (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The American Federation of Government Employees issued the following news release:
The Department of Education, having made headlines over the past year for its attacks on both teachers and students, has now launched its newest attack directly at public employees. In a violation of the law, Department of Education implemented a management edict that aims to kill the union and deny workers their legal right to representation, the American Federation of Government Employee more PR
Education Department Celebrates Youth Art Month, Unveils New Mural (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 11 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news:
Today, Executive Deputy Secretary of Education, David Volkman helped unveil a new mural for permanent display in the lobby of the department. The unveiling was part of an event recognizing student artists from across Pennsylvania for Youth Art Month.
"The Department of Education welcomes thousands of visitors a year including teachers, parents, advocates, as well as members of the public," more PR
Education Department Launches New Trauma-Conscious Teaching Micro-Credential (10)
KEENE, New Hampshire, March 12 -- Antioch University New England issued the following news release:
This spring the Education Department at AUNE is pleased to launch a Trauma-Conscious Teaching Micro-Credential. Offered through the Antioch Center for School Renewal and led by adjunct faculty members Alex Shevrin and Robert Black, this competency-based experience is open to all. This new learning experience is custom-designed to focus on both internal mindset shifts for the teacher, and to intro more PR
Education Law Center Testifies at House Education Committee Hearing on School Safety (10)
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 15 -- The Education Law Center issued the following testimony by Policy Attorney Reynelle Brown Staley at the House Education Committee public hearing on school safety:
On behalf of the Education Law Center (ELC) and the parents, students and community members with whom we work, thank you for the opportunity to contribute to this important discussion about school safety following last month's tragedy in Parkland, Florida. Roughly five years ago, a different sch more PR
Education Professor Named Presidential Leadership Scholar (10)
OXFORD, Mississippi, March 13 -- The University of Mississippi issued the following news release:
Hunter Taylor, an assistant professor in the University of Mississippi School of Education, has been selected into the newest class of the Presidential Leadership Scholars program, a leadership development program jointly run by the presidential centers of four former U.S. presidents.
Taylor coordinates recruitment for the Mississippi Teacher Corps, an alternate-route teaching program that serves more PR
Education Sourcebook Presents Alternative Leadership Approach (10)
VICTORIA, British Columbia, March 12 -- Royal Roads University issued the following news release:
The concept of leadership often evokes ideas of an individual charismatic leader. A new sourcebook edited by Royal Roads Prof. Catherine Etmanski, Assoc. Prof. Kathy Bishop and associate faculty member Beth Page presents an alternative to the stereotype of the individual, often male, heroic leader--one that has collaboration at its core.
"Adult Learning through Collaborative Leadership" explores t more PR
Education Students Present Workshop Session at SECA Conference (10)
GLENVILLE, West Virginia, March 15 -- Glenville State College issued the following news release:
Students and advisors in Glenville State College's Early Education Student Group (EESG) recently attended the Annual Southern Early Childhood Association Conference in Lexington, Kentucky. Student members attending were Justin Rader, Michaela Gumm, Holly Wilson, and Abby McCarty; EESG co-advisors Connie Stout O'Dell and Dr. Shelly Ratliff accompanied them.
The students were able to participate in s more PR
Educators are Alarmed at White House's Dangerous Proposal to Arm Teachers (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The National Education Association issued the following statement by President Lily Eskelsen Garcia:
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The White House repeated its dangerous proposal to arm teachers in the wake of another mass school shooting. The National Education Association represents 3 million educators who work in America's public schools and on college campuses.
"Let us be crystal clear and reiterate that our students need fewer guns in schools -- not more of them -- and bringing guns into more PR
Educators Reach Consensus on What It Takes to Integrate Social, Emotional, Academic Development in Schools (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The Aspen Institute issued the following news release:
The Aspen Institute National Commission on Social, Emotional, and Academic Development today released a report from leading educators describing the practices and principles that can make a new vision of learning part of the fabric of schools and classrooms across the nation.
"The Practice Base for How We Learn" outlines promising practices that show how students, teachers, parents, and administrators can integrate more PR
EIB Agrees EUR 8 Billion Investment in Education, Energy, Telecom and Local Businesses (10)
BRUSSELS, Belgium, March 15 -- The European Investment Bank issued the following news release:
Meeting in Luxembourg earlier today the Board of the European Investment Bank (EIB) approved a total of EUR 8 billion of new financing for 34 projects in the European Union, Africa, Asia and Latin America.
Following the approval the EIB expects to finalise financing for new investment in education, energy telecommunications, transport, urban development projects and business lending programmes. This more PR
Elementary, Middle School Students Visit Their CCU Mentors on Campus for TEAL Youth Day (10)
CONWAY, South Carolina, March 16 -- Coastal Carolina University issued the following news release:
More than 130 elementary and middle school students will visit the Coastal Carolina University campus for "TEAL Youth Day: Talking Education and Learning" on Friday, March 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Students from eight elementary and three middle schools in Horry County will attend the event, hosted by the Dalton and Linda Floyd Family Mentoring Program at CCU.
The purpose of the event is to provi more PR
Elizabeth Alton - A Lasting Legacy (10)
GALLOWAY, New Jersey, March 16 -- Richard Stockton College issued the following news:
As a child, Karen Alton's grandmother, Elizabeth Barstow Alton, instilled in her granddaughter the value of having an education.
"She always told me growing up: Go to college, get an education, and you can do anything you want," Karen recalled. "She mentored me in many ways; beyond just education."
Elizabeth and her daughter wanted Karen to attend their alma mater, Syracuse University. "My grandmother would more PR
Emergency Nurses Association to Host First Regional Symposium in Las Vegas (10)
DES PLAINES, Illinois, March 13 -- The Emergency Nurses Association issued the following news release:
The Emergency Nurses Association today announced it will bring new emergency nursing education to the Las Vegas strip April 26-27 at its inaugural Spring Regional Symposium. Emergency nurses have the opportunity to network with local leaders and participate in clinical and leadership sessions to expand their knowledge and skills.
ENA president Jeff Solheim, MSN, RN, CEN, TCRN, CFRN, FAEN, FAA more PR
Emergency Physicians Vital to Opioid Overdose Treatment and Prevention (10)
IRVING, Texas, March 13 -- The American College of Emergency Physicians issued the following news release:
Emergency visits due to suspected opioid overdoses increased 29.7 percent from the third quarter of 2016 to the third quarter of 2017, according to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Vital Signs analysis of near real-time data from emergency departments.
Emergency physicians have a "unique opportunity to engage in prevention of a future overdose, particularly for patients more PR
EMILY's List Issues Statement on Endorsement of DeJear for Iowa Secretary of State (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- EMILY's List issued the following statement by President Stephanie Schriock on the endorsement of Deidre DeJear for Iowa secretary of state:
"Deidre DeJear has spent her career helping Iowa's small business owners and making sure Iowans' voices are heard at the ballot box. She started her own business that provides marketing tools and strategies to help boost local businesses and nonprofits.
"Deidre also spearheaded efforts to provide financial education to more than 10 more PR
EMILY's List Issues Statement on Endorsement of Hoyle for Oregon's Commissioner of Bureau of Labor & Industries (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- EMILY's List issued the following statement by Vice President of Campaigns Lucinda Guinn on the endorsement of Val Hoyle for Oregon's commissioner of the Bureau of Labor and Industries:
"Val Hoyle is a problem solver who gets things done. As a former union member, small business owner, and legislative leader, she is uniquely qualified for the job of labor commissioner.
"As majority leader of the House, she passed an agenda that moved Oregon forward, including a billion more PR
EMS Strong Announces 'Stronger Together' Campaign; Honors EMS Professionals (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The American College of Emergency Physicians issued the following news release:
The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), in partnership with the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT), is proud to announce this year's EMS STRONG campaign theme: STRONGER TOGETHER. The annual EMS STRONG campaign provides opportunities to recognize the emergency medical services (EMS) community, enhance and strengthen the profession on a national level, an more PR
EMT Course Scheduled for Three Sites in Area (10)
WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, March 13 -- The Pennsylvania College of Technology issued the following news:
An Emergency Medical Technician course, beginning the week of Aug. 20, will be offered at three locations by Workforce Development & Continuing Education at Pennsylvania College of Technology.
The course meets National Emergency Medical Services Educational Standards and Instructional Guidelines and is intended to prepare students for National Registry cognitive and psychomotor examination more PR
Endowed Professorship Filled in the College of Liberal Arts (10)
ARLINGTON, Texas, March 12 -- The University of Texas's Arlington campus issued the following news release:
After a nationwide search, Delaina Price has been selected as the Fenton Wayne Robnett Assistant Professor of History at The University of Texas at Arlington.
The Fenton Wayne Robnett Endowment was established by the late Fenton Robnett to facilitate students' learning of United States history.
Robnett, who graduated with a UTA bachelor's degree in history in 1965, taught in Dallas sc more PR
Engaged Brain Teacher Education Conference Set for June 19-20 (10)
WICHITA, Kansas, March 12 -- Friends University issued the following news:
The Engaged Brain teacher education conference, scheduled for June 19-20 at Friends University, will equip educators with methods and skills to spark, sustain and develop student learning. Friends University will offer two graduate-level credits (as well as an option for auditing), which can be used for re-licensure, career advancement or degree completion.
Keynote speaker Dr. Kevin D. Washburn is the executive director more PR
English Language Workshops Provide Support, Sense of Community (10)
DOBBS FERRY, New York, March 13 -- Mercy College issued the following news release:
If you walk into the Center for Academic Excellence and Innovation (CAEI)--also known as the Learning Center--on Mercy's Manhattan Campus late on a Wednesday morning, you will see a small group of students working with a faculty member. Nothing out of the ordinary. But as you move closer and hear their conversation, you might wonder which subject they are studying. They shift from discussing an article about edu more PR
ENSCO Participates in Dr. Robert H. Goddard Memorial Dinner (10)
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, March 12 -- ENSCO, a provider of engineering, science and advanced technology solutions for defense, transportation, aerospace and intelligence sectors, issued the following news release:
Members of the ENSCO executive staff will be attending the Dr. Robert H. Goddard Memorial Dinner, March 16, in Washington, D.C.
Sponsored by the National Space Club and Foundation, the Dr. Robert H. Goddard Memorial Dinner was first celebrated in 1958 and is the major event of the Wash more PR
Entergy Grant Helps Build Eco-Lab Base Camp at Delacroix Preserve (10)
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, March 12 -- Entergy issued the following news release:
Students in Orleans Parish and the surrounding area will soon have a place to call home as they learn about ecology and what it takes to maintain a critical coastal forest ecosystem thanks to a grant from Entergy.
The $40,000 grant from the company's Environmental Initiatives Fund will help Woodlands Conservancy build a new base camp to house ecosystem restoration supplies and provide other critical needs at the Del more PR
EOU Announces Recipients of Inspirational Teacher Awards (10)
LA GRANDE, Oregon, March 13 -- Eastern Oregon University issued the following news:
First-year honor students at Eastern Oregon University have nominated nine educators from across Hawaii, Idaho, Oregon and Washington to receive 2018 Inspirational Teacher Awards.
Freshmen who maintained dean's list standing during fall term 2017 nominated a high school teacher who influenced them on the road to higher education and academic excellence. EOU presents the Inspirational Teacher Awards annually in more PR
EPA, Department of Justice Reach Agreement With Two Idaho Mining Companies to Secure Wastewater Treatment and Remove a Barrier to New Mining Operations (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) have announced a settlement with the owner of the Bunker Hill Mine, Placer Mining Company, Inc. (Placer Mining), resolving Placer Mining's cleanup liability in Idaho's northern panhandle. DOJ and EPA have concurrently reached a settlement with the lessee of the Bunker Hill Mine, Bunker Hill Mining Corp. (BHMC), rem more PR
EREF and NWRA Unveil Resource for Elevated Temperature Landfill Information and Research (10)
RALEIGH, North Carolina, March 15 -- The Environmental Research and Education Foundation issued the following news release:
In an effort to inform discussions regarding elevated temperature landfills, the Environmental Research & Education Foundation (EREF) and the National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) have partnered to create a microsite presenting some of the most recent research on the topic.
Elevated temperature landfills (ETLFs), often incorrectly labeled as landfill fires, have s more PR
Estate of Raymond F. Damato Final Disbursement of $5.6 Million Brings Total MCC Bequest to $7.6 Million (10)
MANCHESTER, Connecticut, March 12 -- Manchester Community College issued the following news release:
MCC Foundation received the final disbursement of the bequest made to Manchester Community College from the Estate of Raymond F. "Sonny" Damato. A check for $5.6 million was presented to the college last week.
In 2015 MCC Foundation received its largest ever bequest from Damato, who passed away at the age of 86 on April 25, 2014 after a lifetime of dedication to the development of the town of M more PR
ETSU Receives First Military Spouse Friendly Designation (10)
JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, March 15 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news:
For the first time, East Tennessee State University has earned the Military Spouse Friendly(R) School designation by Victory Media, the ratings organization and publisher of Military Spouse Magazine.
Military Spouse Friendly(R) Schools is a companion list to Military Friendly(R) Schools and recognizes higher education institutions that actively recruit and support spouses of active duty service memb more PR
EU Facility for Refugees in Turkey: the Commission Proposes to Mobilise Additional Funds for Syrian Refugees (10)
BRUSSELS, Belgium, March 14 -- The European Commission issued the following news release:
Following through on its commitment to support Syrian refugees in Turkey, the European Commission is today mobilising additional funding for the Facility for Refugees which has so far given 500.000 children access to education and is supporting 1.2 million refugees with monthly cash transfers.
Today's decision establishes the legal framework for the second tranche of Euros3 billion, as foreseen in the EU- more PR
EU Supports the Activities of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) With EUR 82 Million (10)
BRUSSELS, Belgium, March 15 -- The European Commission issued the following news release:
Today the European Union has made available Euros82 million for the 2018 operating budget of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).
This funding will provide access to education for 500,000 children, primary health care for more than 3.5 million patients and assistance to over 250,000 vulnerable refugees.
High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Sec more PR
Evidence of Programs' Impact in the Sooner State Provided to Congressional (10)
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, March 14 -- Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education issued the following news release:
Representatives of two Oklahoma programs, the National Science Foundation Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (NSF EPSCoR) and National Institutes of Health Institutional Development Award Programs (IDeA), recently met with members of the state's federal congressional delegation at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. They were there as part of the coalition to s more PR
Excellence in Higher Education Act Signed Into Law (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, March 11 -- Florida Senate President Joe Negron issued the following news release:
Senate Bill 4, the Florida Excellence in Higher Education Act of 2018, sponsored by Senate President-Designate Bill Galvano (R-Bradenton), a top priority of Senate President Joe Negron (R-Stuart), was signed into law today by Governor Rick Scott.
"Governor Scott shares our commitment to expanding opportunities for Florida students to complete degree programs on-time, and graduate with job o more PR
F.E. Warren Air Force Base: Passion. Perspective. Persistence. (10)
F.E. WARREN AIR FORCE BASE, Wyoming, March 14 -- The U.S. Air Force (90th Missile Wing) issued the following news:
By Airman 1st Class Breanna Carter
Public Affairs
The decision to join the military isn't one to be made lightly. Whether you join for school, travel, or to escape the mundane life in a small town, service is admirable. For one Mighty Ninety Airman, the draw is building a better life and giving back. Born in bustling Brooklyn, New York and raised by a Dominican mother, Senior Air more PR
Fairfax County-Based MicroStrategy Plans to Add 300 Jobs and Invest $6 Million in Capital Improvements (10)
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Virginia, March 12 -- Fairfax County Economic Development Authority issued the following news release:
Governor Ralph Northam today announced that MicroStrategy(R) Incorporated (Nasdaq: MSTR), a leading worldwide provider of enterprise analytics and mobility software, has renewed its headquarters lease at 1850 Towers Crescent Plaza in Fairfax County and plans to invest $6 million in capital improvements. Virginia successfully competed against Washington, D.C. for the project, wh more PR
Fake News Poses a Threat to Democracies Across Latin America and Worldwide (10)
SAO PAULO, Brazil, March 14 -- The World Economic Forum issued the following news release:
Fake news and the rapid dissemination of misinformation, particularly online, are a potential threat to democracies and upcoming elections, experts warned at the World Economic Forum on Latin America.
From alleged interference in the 2016 US presidential elections and the UK Brexit referendum to the destabilizing situation in Spain during the Catalonian independence crisis, the world is seeing an industr more PR
Family & Children's Association Renames Nursery Co-Op (10)
MINEOLA, New York, March 12 -- Family and Children's Association issued the following news release:
Long Island nonprofit Family & Children's Association (FCA) held a moving ceremony on March 12th to pay tribute to longtime staff member Lynn Vanderhall, who passed away tragically in August 2017. The agency's Nursery Co-Op, located in Hempstead, New York, was renamed the Lynn Vanderhall Nursery Co-Op in her honor to commemorate her three decades of service of impacting lives.
While leading the more PR
Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Alabama (March 17) (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Alabama.
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MILITARY $150.43 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Lockheed Martin Javelin
REDSTONE ARSENAL, Alabama, March 15 -- /Lockheed Martin Javelin Co., Andover, Massachusetts, was awarded a $150,431,534 federal contract by the U.S. Army Contracting Command for staffing and training services for the Qatar Emiri Air Force Patriot missile systems. The place of performance will be in Doha, more ST
Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in New Mexico (March 13) (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in New Mexico.
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$80,000 Federal Contract Awarded to Elite Laundry & Dry Cleaners
GALLUP, New Mexico, March 12 -- Elite Laundry & Dry Cleaners Inc., Gallup, New Mexico, won an $80,000 federal contract from the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs for laundry services for the Bureau of Indian Education's schools in New Mexico.
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Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in New Mexico (March 15) (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in New Mexico.
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$49,644 Federal Contract Awarded to Perfecta Media
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, March 14 -- Perfecta Media LLC, Lincoln, Nebraska, won a $49,644 federal contract from the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs for computers.
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$7,651 Federal Contract Awarded to K&B
GALLUP, New Mexico, March 14 -- K&B Co. Inc., Gallup, New M more ST
Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in New Mexico (March 16) (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in New Mexico.
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$16,070 Federal Contract Awarded to Unified Contractor
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, March 16 -- Unified Contractor Inc., Albuquerque, New Mexico, won a $16,070 federal contract from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for maintenance and repair services at Bldg. 20325.
Agency contact: Glenda D. Kohlieber, 575/652-4135, glenda.d.kohlieber@usace.army.mil. CIV5FCA5. CLASSZ; NAICS236220 more ST
Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Virginia (March 16) (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Virginia.
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MILITARY $37.42 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Booz Allen Hamilton
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 16 -- Booz Allen Hamilton Inc., McLean, Virginia, was awarded a $37,418,102 federal contract by the Defense Human Resources for administration support services for the National Language Service Corps of the Defense Language and National Security Education Office.
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FEMA Testifies on 2017 Hurricane Season Impacts on U.S. Virgin Islands (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following testimony by FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer William Vogel for a House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Interior, Energy and Environment hearing titled "The Historic 2017 Hurricane Season: Impacts on the U.S. Virgin Islands":
Good afternoon, Chairman Farenthold, Ranking Member Plaskett, and members of the Subcommittee. I am William Vogel, the Federal Coordinating Officer for the disaster respo more PR
FFRF Urges Congress to Quash New Voucher-Style Education Program (10)
MADISON, Wisconsin, March 16 -- The Freedom From Religion Foundation issued the following news release:
The Freedom From Religion Foundation and 60 other organizations are opposing a new congressional bill that introduces a voucher-style program for military families.
The groups' joint letter focuses on the Military Education Savings Account Act of 2018. The bill promotes the setting up of Education Savings Accounts that would transfer funding ordinarily supporting students attending public sc more PR
FHI 360 Endorses Principles on Identification for Sustainable Development (10)
DURHAM, North Carolina, March 15 -- FHI 360 issued the following news release:
Opening a bank account, accessing health care and obtaining an education are just a few of the activities that commonly require personal identification. Yet, more than 1.1 billion people in the world cannot legally prove their identity.
To address this global challenge, FHI 360 recently endorsed the Principles on Identification for Sustainable Development: Toward the Digital Age. These principles, also endorsed by t more PR
FHSU College of Education Professors Participate in Developing K-6 Unified Programs (10)
HAYS, Kansas, March 12 -- Fort Hays State University issued the following news:
Two professors from the College of Education facilitated a recent panel discussion on "Developing Partnerships to Build K-6 Unified Programs" at Fort Hays State University.
Dr. Robert Bruce Scott, assistant professor of special education in the Department of Teacher Education, and Dr. Jacqueline Lubin, assistant professor of special education in the Department of Advanced Education Programs, worked with colleagues more PR
Finalists for President of Ridgewater College Named (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 16 -- Minnesota State Colleges and Universities issued the following news release:
Minnesota State has named the finalists who are under consideration to become the next president of Ridgewater College. The candidates are Laura Driscoll, Craig Johnson, and Jonathan Mandrell.
The candidates were recommended by a search advisory committee comprised of students, faculty, staff, and community leaders and chaired by Laura Urban, president of Alexandria Technical and Commu more PR
Financial Literacy Workshop at West Las Vegas High March 21 (10)
LAS VEGAS, New Mexico, March 14 -- New Mexico Highlands University issued the following news:
The New Mexico Highlands Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships will give West Las Vegas High School students tools to help navigate ways to finance college at a March 21 workshop at the school.
The workshop, "Paying for College: Financial Literacy and FAFSA," will be in the Career Lab at the high school from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
"This workshop and others like it are part of our community outreac more PR
Finding Community on Campus and Beyond (10)
KEENE, New Hampshire, March 15 -- Keene State College issued the following news release:
Kalila Brooks has been studying at Keene State for just a semester and a half, but the campus has already made its mark on her - and vice-versa.
The first-year student from Weare, New Hampshire, has been active in the student newspaper, a community service group, a new sign language club, the Student Honors Council, and the Hall Council in the Living Learning Center dorm, where she shares a wing with other more PR
First Lady Yumi Hogan's Spring 2018 Student Artwork Exhibition (10)
BALTIMORE, Maryland, March 15 -- The Maryland State Department of Education issued the following news release:
Maryland's First Lady, Yumi Hogan, will once again host a special exhibition of artwork created by Maryland students in the House of Delegates gallery space in Annapolis.
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Maryland First Lady, Yumi Hogan
Dr. Karen Salmon, State Superintendent of Schools
Maryland State Department of Education- Office of Fine Arts
Maryland Art Education Association
Maryland State Arts Council
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Fish Lake Preserve Ideal for Inspiring Faculty and Student Research (10)
YPSILANTI, Michigan, March 14 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news release:
Few Michigan universities can claim a research site like Eastern's Fish Lake Environmental Education Center, an unspoiled natural habitat with a wealth of geological and biological diversity.
Located near Lapeer, about 90 miles from Ypsilanti, Fish Lake includes 240 acres of fields, woodlands and wetlands filled with an extraordinary array of plants, wildlife and environmental features.
Visitors wi more PR
Fitchburg High Seniors Offered Admission to University Honors Program (10)
FITCHBURG, Massachusetts, March 12 -- Fitchburg State University issued the following news release:
Eighteen members of Fitchburg High School's Honors Academy were informed in a ceremony Monday morning they had been granted acceptance into the Honors Program at Fitchburg State University, with annually renewable scholarships and access to specialized coursework.
Fitchburg State President Richard S. Lapidus was joined by Fitchburg Mayor Stephen L. DiNatale, Fitchburg High School Principal Jerem more PR
Five CJHSS Programs Ranked in Top 10 (10)
NATCHITOCHES, Louisiana, March 16 -- Northwestern State University issued the following news release:
Five online programs in Northwestern State University's Department of Criminal Justice, History and Social Sciences have been ranked among the nation's top 10 programs for quality and affordability according to two higher education websites.
The bachelor's in criminal justice was ranked fifth by guidetoonlineschools.com and sixth by onlineu.org. Guidetoonlineschools.com ranked the pre-law and more PR
Five Governing Boards to Receive John W. Nason Award at AGB's 2018 National Conference on Trusteeship (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges issued the following news release:
The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) announced today that it will honor five of its member boards with the 2017 John W. Nason Award for Board Leadership at the 2018 AGB National Conference on Trusteeship being held in San Francisco, California on April 22 - 24. Now in its third year, the award is named for higher education leader John W. N more PR
Five Governing Boards to Receive John W. Nason Award at AGB's 2018 National Conference on Trusteeship (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Agnes Scott College issued the following news:
The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) announced today that it will honor five of its member boards with the 2017 John W. Nason Award for Board Leadership at the 2018 AGB National Conference on Trusteeship being held in San Francisco, California on April 22 - 24. Now in its third year, the award is named for higher education leader John W. Nason, recognized for his work as chair of the Nationa more PR
Florence Dentist Named to MUSC Board of Trustees (10)
CHARLESTON, South Carolina, March 15 -- The Medical University of South Carolina issued the following news release:
Paul T. Davis, DMD, has been elected as the medical professions representative to the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Board of Trustees for the 7th Congressional District.
"MUSC has had a profoundly positive impact, not only on my life, but on the lives of so many others in our state and around the country," Davis said. "I am extremely honored to have the opportunity more PR
Florida Becomes Ninth State to Ban Restrictive Campus Free Speech Zones (10)
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 12 -- The Foundation for Individual Rights in Education issued the following news release:
Yesterday, Florida Gov. Rick Scott signed into law SB 4, a broad higher education bill, which was amended to include free speech protections at the state's public colleges and universities.
The new law prohibits Florida public colleges and universities from quarantining student expression into small, misleadingly labeled "free speech zones." The campus free speech provis more PR
Foreign Service Institute Seeks Trade Agreement Monitoring Services in Arlington, Virginia (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The U.S. Department of State's Foreign Service Institute has issued a solicitation (19FS1A18A4000) for a contractor to provide trade agreement monitoring and implementation training at George P. Shultz National Foreign Affairs Training Center, Arlington, Virginia.
Response Date: April 05, 2018; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 611 - Educational Services/611430 - Professional and Management Development Training. For more information: more CTR
Former District of Columbia Government Employee Pleads Guilty to Federal Charges in Bribery Schemes (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, Jessie K. Liu, issued the following news release:
A former management analyst for the District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) pled guilty today to federal charges stemming from schemes in which she accepted bribes in return for clearing the way for payments to be made on fraudulent invoices that cost the D.C. government more than $480,000.
The announcement was made by U.S. Attorney Jessi more PR
Former President of Malawi Joyce Banda to Speak at NAFSA 2018 International Education Conference in Philadelphia (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The NAFSA - Association of International Educators issued the following news release:
Former President of the Republic of Malawi Joyce Banda will speak at the 2018 NAFSA Annual Conference & Expo in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. As an activist, entrepreneur, politician and philanthropist, Banda works to champion for the rights of women, children, the physically challenged and other marginalized groups in Malawi and throughout the world. She will address the conference on Th more PR
Four in 10 Russians Confident in Honesty of Their Elections (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- Gallup, a research-based, global performance-management consulting company, issued the following news:
Headed into a presidential election on Sunday in which the winner is a foregone conclusion, Russians' confidence in the honesty of their own elections reached a high of 40 percent in 2017. Russians' confidence in their elections, as well as their approval ratings of incumbent President Vladimir Putin, are both considerably higher now than they were in 2012, the last tim more PR
Four School of Business Faculty Receive McGraw-Hill Distinguished Research Award (10)
DURANT, Oklahoma, March 15 -- Southeastern Oklahoma State University issued the following news release:
Four faculty members in the John Massey School of Business at Southeastern Oklahoma State University -- Dr. Robert Stevens, Dr. Lawrence Silver, Dr. Martin Bressler, and Dr. Courtney Kernek - were honored recently.
The professors received the McGraw-Hill Distinguished Research Award at the Federation of Business Disciplines 45th annual conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The award is spon more PR
Four SUNY Orange Students Receive Phi Theta Kappa Award (10)
MIDDLETOWN, New York, March 12 -- The State University of New York's Orange County campus issued the following news release:
SUNY Orange students Amanpreet Bassi, Brittny Harris, Julie Prager and Samantha Welsh have been selected as recipients of the Phi Theta Kappa All-New York Academic Award in recognition of their outstanding academic achievements. The four were honored during a luncheon at the New York State Museum on March 6.
Presented by PTK, the national honor society for students at tw more PR
FRCC to Offer Its First Bachelor's Degree (10)
WESTMINTER, Colorado, March 14 -- Front Range Community College issued the following news release:
Front Range Community college has received approval to offer a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) in Geospatial Science. At its March 2 meeting, the Colorado Commission for Higher Education voted unanimously to grant FRCC permission to offer its first four-year degree at the college's Boulder County Campus in Longmont. The college is planning to begin the program in January 2019.
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Fresh Artists, Cool Jobs Shows Youth Career Path (10)
FAIRFAX, Virginia, March 13 -- The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association issued the following news release:
Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) is proud to be an event sponsor for the third annual Fresh Artists-Cool Jobs Expo March 20-22, 2018, at Moulin at Sherman Mills in Philadelphia. The three-day career fair gives low-income youth in the Philadelphia region insight into 21st century creative careers.
"Cool Jobs was designed as an urgent response to learning that 52% of Philadelph more PR
Friends of Saguaro National Park to Receive $93,611 from Interior (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service announced that it intends to award a $93,611 cooperative agreement to the Friends of Saguaro National Park of Tucson, Arizona, for trails maintenance and creation.
The agency description of the grant states: "Cooperative Agreement Number P17AC00171 was entered into by and between the National Park Service and Friends of Saguaro National Park (hereinafter FOSNP) for the purpose of recruiting and managing youth fr more ST
Fujitsu and The University of Tokyo Begin Joint Field Trial to Visualize Active Learning Processes, Invigorate Classes (10)
TOKYO, Japan, March 13 -- Fujitsu, an information and communication technology company, issued the following news release:
The Center for Advanced School Education and Evidence-Based Research (CASEER), an institution affiliated with the University of Tokyo Graduate School of Education and the Secondary School attached to the Faculty of Education, the University of Tokyo, Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. today announced the launch of a joint field trial to visualize students' activi more PR
Funding Available for Advancing Exceptional Research on HIV, AIDS, Substance Abuse (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for advancing exceptional research on HIV, AIDS and substance abuse.
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) education and b) health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special more ST
Funding Available for Cancer Risk Identification, Prevention Research (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for innovative basic research on adducts in cancer risk identification and prevention.
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 Career Transition for Intramural Clinician-Scientists (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for career transition for National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke intramural clinician-scientists.
This funding opportunity uses the career transition award mechanism.
No award amount was specified for this program. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is open to public and sta more ST
Funding Available for Clinical Studies of Peripheral, Spinal Neuromodulation Devices (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for clinical studies of peripheral and spinal neuromodulation devices to support new indications and human functional mapping.
No award amount was specified for this program.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state contro more ST
Funding Available for Commercializing Innovation Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for the Commercializing Innovation Program.
This funding opportunity uses the administrative supplement mechanism.
No award amount was specified for this program. The agency said the grant was associated with a) food and nutrition, b) health and c) income security and social services.
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Funding Available for Investigations on Primary Immunodeficiency Diseases (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for investigations on primary immunodeficiency diseases.
This funding opportunity uses the research project grant mechanism.
No award amount was specified for this program. The agency said the grant was associated with health
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independe more ST
Funding Available for Large-Scale Recording, Modulation in Nervous System (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for new technologies and novel approaches for large-scale recording and modulation in the nervous system.
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) education, b) health and c) income security and social services.
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Funding Available for Network Vulnerability in Alzheimer's Disease Research (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- 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 selective cell and network vulnerability in aging and Alzheimer's disease.
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; more ST
Funding Available for Oral Health Research (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for basic and translational oral health research related to HIV and AIDS.
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; private, public more ST
Funding Available for Research Answers to National Cancer Institute's Provocative Questions (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for research answers to National Cancer Institute's provocative questions.
This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental 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; privat more ST
Funding Available for Research Dissertation Fellowships (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for research dissertation fellowships for audiologists.
This funding opportunity uses the postdoctoral individual national research service award mechanism.
No award amount was specified for this program.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; p more ST
Funding Available for Research Dissertation Fellowships (10)
WASHINGTON, March 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 dissertation fellowships for audiologists.
This funding opportunity uses the postdoctoral individual national research service award mechanism.
No award amount was specified for this program. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is open to private, public and state controlled inst more ST
Funding Available for Research on Sexual, Gender Minority Populations (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- 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 sexual and gender minority populations.
This funding opportunity uses the administrative supplement mechanism.
No award amount was specified for this program. The agency said the grant was associated with a) education, b) food and nutrition and c) health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, townshi more ST
Funding Available for Supporting Clinical Investigators (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it intends to award a discretionary grant for providing support to outstanding basic or clinical investigators to develop their independent research skills.
This funding opportunity uses the career transition award mechanism.
No award amount was specified for this program.
This funding opportunity is open to public and state controlled institutions of higher education.
The a more ST
Funding Available in Cooperative Agreement for Administrative, Resource Center (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for a national dental practice-based research network's administrative and resource center.
No award amount was specified for this program.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher educa more ST
Funding Available in Cooperative Agreement for Autoimmunity Centers of Excellence (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for autoimmunity centers of excellence to improve the understanding, prevention and treatment of autoimmune diseases.
This funding opportunity uses the research program - cooperative agreements mechanism.
No award amount was specified for this program.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special dis more ST
Funding Available in Cooperative Agreement for Autoimmunity Centers of Excellence Clinical Research Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for autoimmunity centers of excellence clinical research program.
This funding opportunity uses the research project with complex structure 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; independent s more ST
Funding Available in Cooperative Agreement for Clinical Trial Data Coordinating Center (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for a data coordinating center that proposes a comprehensive plan that provides overall project coordination, data management and biostatistical support for a clinical trial.
This funding opportunity uses the resource-related research projects - cooperative agreements mechanism.
No award amount was specified for this program.
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Funding Available in Cooperative Agreement for Coordinating Center for Clinical Trials of Natural Products (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for a coordinating center for National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health multi-site investigator-initiated clinical trials of natural products.
This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental phased award cooperative agreement mechanism.
No award amount was specified for this program.
This funding opportuni more ST
Funding Available in Cooperative Agreement for Genomic Centers for Infectious Diseases (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for genomic centers for infectious diseases.
This funding opportunity uses the research program - cooperative agreements mechanism.
No award amount was specified for this program. The agency said the grant was associated with health.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; more ST
Funding Available in Cooperative Agreement for Influenza Exposure on Infants Research (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for research on impact of initial influenza exposure on immunity in infants.
No award amount was specified for this program.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; public ho more ST
Funding Available in Cooperative Agreement for National Dental Practice-Based Research Network Coordinating Center (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for a national dental practice-based research network coordinating center.
No award amount was specified for this program.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; public hous more ST
Funding Available in Cooperative Agreement for Technologies for Recording, Modulation in Nervous System (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for the optimization of transformative technologies for large scale recording and modulation in the nervous system.
This funding opportunity uses the research project - cooperative agreements mechanism.
No award amount was specified for this program. The agency said the grant was associated with a) education, b) health and c) income more ST
Funding Available in Cooperative Agreements for Shoreline Restoration in Annapolis, Maryland (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The Department of Defense Naval Facilities Engineering Command announced that it expects to award up to two cooperative agreements for shoreline repair and restoration measures in Annapolis, Maryland.
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; independent school districts; private, public and state cont more ST
Funding the Fight Against Kidney Disease: American Kidney Fund Kicks Off 2018 KidneyNation DIY Fundraising Campaign (10)
ROCKVILLE, Maryland, March 12 -- The American Kidney Fund issued the following news release:
The American Kidney Fund (AKF) today kicked off its annual KidneyNation do-it-yourself fundraising campaign with a goal of raising $200,000 in 2018 in support of the 30 million Americans who are battling kidney disease.
The American Kidney Fund positively and directly impacts the lives of more kidney patients than any other nonprofit, while spending 97 cents of every donated dollar on programs and serv more PR
Gateway to College at STCC Accepting Applications for Summer Enrollment (10)
SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts, March 16 -- Springfield Technical Community College issued the following news:
Gateway to College at Springfield Technical Community College, a program that helps students facing significant challenges or who have fallen behind or dropped out of high school, is accepting applications for the next academic year.
Students will begin the program this summer. Gateway to College is open to students between 16 and 20 years old who live in Springfield.
Jennifer Sanchez, d more PR
GDOE Alarmed At Inaction to Provide Revenue for Public Schools; Deeper Cuts on Horizon (10)
HAGATNA, Guam, March 12 -- Gov. Eddie Baza Calvo, R-Guam, issued the following news release:
The Superintendent of Education is alarmed at the Guam Legislature's failure to act in support of a revenue solution that would support Guam schools.
"This is not a manufactured crisis, and we are already facing a $14.5 million cash shortfall," Guam Department of Education Superintendent Jon Fernandez said in reference to the revenue shortfall stemming from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. "For GDOE, more PR
Gender Equality Stalls in the U.S., Stanford Report Finds (10)
STANFORD, California, March 16 -- Stanford University issued the following news release:
For many measures of gender inequality, women rapidly made up ground in the latter half of the 20th century, but progress has since slowed or stalled entirely, according to a report released March 16 by the Stanford Center on Poverty and Inequality.
The State of the Union report addresses key questions about gender inequality in the United States, such as whether occupational segregation is declining, why more PR
Generous Alumnus Pledges $1 Million to Transform the Lives of Future Leaders at Adelphi (10)
GARDEN CITY, New York, March 14 -- Adelphi University issued the following news release:
Adelphi proudly recognizes alumnus Lionel Viret '95 for his generous gift in support of the University's groundbreaking new Faculty Leadership Fellows initiative. Mr. Viret has pledged $1 million as an endowment so the program can continue in perpetuity.
Adelphi's Faculty Leadership Fellows initiative, which will be renamed the Viret Family Faculty Leadership Fellows in honor of Lionel Viret's generous con more PR
Geneva Welcomes Cara Fulton, Director of Career Development (10)
BEAVER FALLS, Pennsylvania, March 14 -- Geneva College issued the following news release:
Geneva College is pleased to announce Cara Fulton as new Director of Career Development. Fulton will develop and implement strategies to guide and support calling and career development for Geneva students and alumni.
Fulton will provide leadership and a strategic vision for Geneva's Career Development Center, which includes: employer relations, calling and career counseling, job search assistance, on-cam more PR
Georgia Piedmont Technical College Announces Its Exceptional Adult Georgian in Literacy Education (EAGLE) Winner (10)
CLARKSTON, Georgia, March 15 -- Georgia Piedmont Technical College issued the following news:
Administrators from Georgia Piedmont Technical College's (GPTC) Adult Education program have selected LaTrevya Mitchell as the 2018 EAGLE award recipient. Now in its 25th year, EAGLE (Exceptional Adult Georgian in Literacy Education) is the first statewide program in the nation that recognizes excellence among students enrolled in adult education programs.
"I applaud LaTrevya Mitchell for deciding to more PR
Georgia Southern Alumna Receives National Counseling Award (10)
STATESBORO, Georgia, March 12 -- Georgia Southern University issued the following news release:
With more than 23 years of experience in public education, Georgia Southern alumna Sharon Barrow ('93, '95) has dedicated her career to the education and well-being of students. Her commitment recently earned her the 2018 National Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) Career Guidance Award.
The award recognizes school counselors and career development professionals who have demonstra more PR
Georgia Southern University Online MBA Ranked in Top 20 By Poets&Quants (10)
STATESBORO, Georgia, March 14 -- Georgia Southern University issued the following news release:
In its inaugural ranking of online MBA programs, Poets&Quants, a leading resource for complete coverage of graduate business education, has ranked the Georgia Southern online MBA No. 18 in its list of 25 schools across the country.
To determine the MBA rankings, Poets&Quants adheres to three core facets in measuring the value of any educational undertaking: the quality of the incoming students, an a more PR
Getting to Know: Social Sciences (10)
CHADRON, Nebraska, March 14 -- Chadron State College issued the following news release:
College Relations publishes a monthly series of news articles, features and Q&A interviews highlighting various departments on campus in an effort to assist the faculty and staff in gaining an increased awareness about and understanding of each other's roles and responsibilities.
The March Q&A is with Dr. Thomas Smith, Associate Professor in the Communication and Social Sciences department.
Q: How would yo more PR
Glaucoma Research Foundation Announces $720,000 in Annual Research Grants (10)
SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 12 -- The Glaucoma Research Foundation issued the following news release:
Glaucoma Research Foundation (GRF) announced today $720,000 in annual research grants to support 12 investigators at prestigious universities across the United States. Glaucoma Research Foundation is funding eight researchers at prominent medical research centers with one-year Shaffer Grants, in addition to four principal investigators engaged in the multi-year "Catalyst for a Cure" consor more PR
GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders Issues Statement on Framingham Public Schools Policy (10)
BOSTON, Massachusetts, March 14 -- GLBTQ Legal Advocates and Defenders issued the following statement by senior staff attorney Patience Crozier on the Framingham Public Schools Committee's adoption of a school policy ensuring transgender students are included in athletics, through a unanimous 9-0 vote:
"GLAD applauds the Framingham school committee for its unanimous approval of this policy to ensure the full inclusion of transgender students in athletics, and congratulates the local parents, st more PR
Global Plastics Alliance Activities to Prevent Marine Litter Grow to 355 Projects Worldwide (10)
SAN DIEGO, California, March 14 -- The American Chemistry Council issued the following news release:
The Global Plastics Alliance (GPA), a collaboration among plastics industry associations and allied industry associations around the world, released the 4th Progress Report, summarizing the status of commitments made under The Declaration of the Global Plastics Associations for Solutions on Marine Litter, also known as the "Global Declaration." As of December 2017, approximately 355 projects hav more PR
GLSEN to Honor Hollister Co. at the 2018 GLSEN Respect Awards - New York (10)
NEW YORK, March 12 -- The Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network issued the following news release:
GLSEN, the leading education organization working to create safe and inclusive K-12 schools for LGBTQ youth, will honor Hollister Co., a brand of Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF), with the Corporate Ally Award at the 2018 GLSEN Respect Awards - New York.
"Hollister Co., has invested deeply in becoming a leader among retailers lifting up the voices of youth and amplifying GLSEN's message more PR
Goddard College and North American PEN Centers Partner for Creative Writing Scholarships (10)
PLAINFIELD, Vermont, March 12 -- Goddard College issued the following news release:
The Goddard College / PEN North America partnership provides one $10,000 scholarship to an MFA applicant in Creative Writing who is a member of PEN America, PEN Canada, or PEN Mexico.
Additionally, North American PEN members who are admitted to Goddard's MFA in Creative Writing Program, but who do not receive the Goddard/PEN North American Centers Scholarship, will receive a one-time $2,000 MFA Goddard Engaged more PR
GOP Education Platform: Train Teachers to Fire Weapons, Not to Teach Students (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Rep. Mark Takano, D-California, issued the following news release:
Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.), a public school teacher for 24 years, released the following statement in response to the Trump administration's proposal to offer "rigorous firearms training" to teachers. The proposal comes just four months after House Republicansadvanced a Higher Education Act reauthorization bill that eliminates funding for teacher training and loan forgiveness programs that help recruit a more PR
Gov. Bush: Legislation Brings Florida Closer to Educational Freedom (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, March 12 -- The Foundation for Excellence in Education issued the following statement by Chairman Gov. Jeb Bush on the signing of House Bill 7055 by Gov. Rick Scott:
"Today is a life-changing day for thousands of Florida families, especially those who have faced significant barriers to finding the right learning environment for their child.
"Every parent, regardless of ZIP code or financial status, deserves the opportunity to make the best decisions for their children.
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Gov. Dayton Issues Final State of State Address (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 15 -- Gov. Mark Dayton, D-Minnesota, issued the following remarks as the State of the State address:
"As I prepare to leave office, I want to thank the people of Minnesota, who twice voted for me to serve as their Governor. And thank the Legislators, supporters, and allies, who helped us succeed.
"To my fabulous staff, fantastic commissioners, and other key appointees, you have my eternal gratitude. You deserve so much of the credit for our administration's successe more PR
Gov. Edwards Signs New Agreement Between LCTCS, LDE and JAG Louisiana Providing Scholarships to Graduates (10)
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, March 14 -- Gov. John Bel Edwards, D-Louisiana, issued the following news:
Today, at a Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) board meeting, Gov. John Bel Edwards signed an agreement recognizing a new partnership between Jobs for America's Graduates (JAG), the Louisiana Department of Education (LDE) and LCTCS. The new partnership establishes a $500 one-time scholarship for every student who earns a high school diploma and completes the JAG Louisiana pro more PR
Gov. Edwards' 2018 Regular Session Remarks (10)
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, March 12 -- Gov. John Bel Edwards, D-Louisiana, issued the following statement:
"Mr. Speaker, Mr. President, Members of the Legislature, distinguished guests and my fellow Louisianans:
"Thank you for being here today.
"I know you haven't been away for very long, but I hope that in the past week you have had time to rest and refocus on the work that we have ahead of us. I do not want the roadblocks of the special session to hamper us from what's most important - making more PR
Gov. Hutchinson Announces Final Appointments to School Safety Commission (10)
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, March 12 -- Gov. Asa Hutchinson, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release:
Governor Asa Hutchinson today announced his final appointments to the Arkansas School Safety Commission, which will hold its first meeting on Tuesday.
Governor Hutchinson issued an executive order creating the commission on March 1, 2018, and tasked the commission with assessing the security of Arkansas's schools and making recommendations accordingly. The Governor also committed $300,000 to more PR
Gov. Hutchinson Issues Call for Special Legislative Session of 91st General Assembly (10)
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, March 12 -- Gov. Asa Hutchinson, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release:
Governor Asa Hutchinson today issued the official call to legislators for an Extraordinary Session of the 91st General Assembly to convene Tuesday, March 13, 2018, at 9:00 a.m. A list of call items can be found below, and the official proclamation can be found HERE. (https://governor.arkansas.gov/images/uploads/2018_Call_to_Special_Session.pdf)
"Prior to the fiscal session, a number of matter more PR
Gov. Ige Appoints Russell Suzuki to Be Attorney General, Top Law Enforcement Officer for State (10)
HONOLULU, Hawaii, March 14 -- Gov. David Ige, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release:
Gov. David Ige has appointed Russell Suzuki to serve as the Attorney General of the State of Hawai i. He has been acting as the chief legal and law enforcement officer for the state since February 2 when then Attorney General Doug Chin resigned to become Lieutenant Governor.
Suzuki has served as a public-sector attorney working at the Department of Attorney General for 36 years. During this time, he serv more PR
Gov. Malloy, Education Leaders Speak Out Against Pres. Trump's Proposal to Arm Teachers, Demand Action (10)
HARTFORD, Connecticut, March 15 -- Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
A day after thousands of Connecticut students participated in the National School Walkout to demand legislation to combat gun violence, Governor Dannel P. Malloy, joined by U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, Education Commissioner Dianna Wentzell, and representatives of organizations that represent Connecticut superintendents, boards of education, and principals today spoke out in strong op more PR
Gov. Malloy, Education Leaders Speak Out Against Pres. Trump's Proposal to Arm Teachers, Demand Action (10)
HARTFORD, Connecticut, March 15 -- Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
A day after thousands of Connecticut students participated in the National School Walkout to demand legislation to combat gun violence, Governor Dannel P. Malloy, joined by U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, Education Commissioner Dianna Wentzell, and representatives of organizations that represent Connecticut superintendents, boards of education, and principals today spoke out in strong opp more PR
Gov. Malloy, Lt. Gov. Wyman, Commissioner Wentzell Issue Statements on Gun Proposals (10)
HARTFORD, Connecticut, March 12 -- Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, D-Connecticut, issued the following joint with Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman, and State Department of Education Commissioner Dianna Wentzell on the Trump administration's school safety proposals:
"Just days after he looked the American people in the eye and promised real action to prevent gun violence, President Trump is proposing a plan that will appease his allies in the NRA but do very little to keep our children safe." Governor Malloy said. " more PR
Gov. Northam Announces Virginia As Recipient of Smart Cities Grant (10)
RICHMOND, Virginia, March 12 -- Gov. Ralph S. Northam, R-Virginia, issued the following news release:
Governor Ralph Northam today announced that Virginia was been selected as a recipent of a 2018 Readiness Challenge Grant. The grant program, administered by the Smart Cities Council, sought applications from across North America and selected communities that are looking to apply new smart technologies to improve community livability, workability, sustainability, and resilience.
"Virginia has e more PR
Gov. Phil Scott Issues Statement on Vermont's Labor Force (10)
MONTPELIER, Vermont, March 12 -- Gov. Phil Scott, R-Vermont, issued the following statement on Vermont's recently announced labor market information:
"Today's labor market information reaffirms my Administration's commitment to growing Vermont's labor force, and illustrates why it's more important than ever to increase the number of working people in our state.
"While we continue to see a low unemployment rate, our labor force also continues to be significantly lower than it was at its peak more PR
Gov. Reynolds, Lt. Gov. Gregg Announce Statewide Principal Coaching Initiative (10)
DES MOINES, Iowa, March 12 -- Gov. Kim Reynolds, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
Gov. Kim Reynolds and Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg, along with state education leaders, announced that School Administrators of Iowa (SAI) has launched a statewide initiative to coach more principals on how to make the most of the Teacher Leadership and Compensation (TLC) system.
"This is a remarkable tribute to focusing on long term sustainability," Gov. Reynolds said. "It speaks to the value educators place on more PR
Gov. Rick Scott Signs the Securing Florida's Future Budget (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, March 16 -- Gov. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
Today, Governor Rick Scott signed the Securing Florida's Future budget for Fiscal Year 2018-2019. Click HERE (https://www.flgov.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/SGS-BIZHUB18031613141.pdf) and HERE (https://www.flgov.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/SPR-BIZHUBa18031613360.pdf) for the transmittal letter and details on the budget. To view the veto list, click HERE (https://www.flgov.com/wp-content/uploads more PR
Gov. Scott: Florida Businesses Created More Than 10,000 Private-Sector Jobs in January (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, March 12 -- Gov. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
Today, Governor Rick Scott announced that Florida businesses created more than 10,000 private-sector jobs in January. Since December 2010, Florida businesses have created nearly 1.5 million jobs, which includes more than 144,000 in the last year. Florida's annual job growth rate of 1.9 percent continues to exceed the national rate of 1.7 percent. Florida's annual job growth rate has exceeded the nat more PR
Gov. Walker Signs Bill Directing Additional State Funding to Rural Public Schools (10)
MUSCODA, Wisconsin, March 12 -- Gov. Scott Walker, R-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
Governor Walker signed Assembly Bill 835 into law today at Riverdale High School in Muscoda. The bill increases Sparsity Aid for Wisconsin's rural schools to help address the unique challenges faced by low-population school districts. This will be in addition to the historic $11.5 billion state investment in K-12 education included in the 2017-19 budget.
"Every child deserves access to a quality more PR
Gov. Walker Tours Schools in Thorp, Cashton, Hartford to Discuss Historic Investment in K-12 Education (10)
MADISON, Wisconsin, March 16 -- Gov. Scott Walker, R-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
Governor Scott Walker toured schools in Thorp, Cashton, and Hartford today to discuss the historic investments made in K-12 education and highlight the additional investments made in Wisconsin's rural school districts. Earlier this week, Governor Walker signed Assembly Bill 835 into law which provides additional aid to rural school districts. This investment comes on top of the historic $11.5 bill more PR
Gov. Walker: 'We Are Committed to Ensuring That Every Child Has Access to a Quality Education, Regardless of Their ZIP Code' (10)
MADISON, Wisconsin, March 15 -- Gov. Scott Walker, R-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
Governor Walker visited schools in Rib Lake and Gillett today to highlight the positive effect that increased Sparsity Aid will have on Wisconsin's rural school districts. Earlier this week, Governor Walker signed Assembly Bill 835 into law which provides additional aid to rural school districts. This investment comes on top of the historic $11.5 billion investment for K-12 education included in t more PR
Governor Abbott Appoints 12 to Governor's Commission for Women (10)
AUSTIN, Texas, March 12 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following appointment:
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Estela Avery, Tina Yturria Buford, Starr Corbin, Karen Harris, Amy Henderson, Karen Manning, Imelda Navarro, Rienke Radler, Jinous Rouhani, Catherine Susser, and Laura Koenig Young, and appointed Nathali Parker to the Governor's Commission for Women for terms set to expire on December 31, 2019. Additionally, Susser will continue to serve as chairman and Harris will contin more PR
Governor Abbott Appoints Six to OneStar National Service Commission (10)
AUSTIN, Texas, March 16 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following appointment:
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Gene Seaman and reappointed Daphne Brookins, Annette Juba, Mike Morath, Kathryn Timmerman, and Kate Williamson to the OneStar National Service Commission for terms set to expire on March 15, 2019. The Commission serves as the state's liaison to the Corporation for National and Community Service, fulfilling the duties prescribed and oversees Texas' participation in Corporati more PR
Governor Abbott Congratulates Girls Go CyberStart Program Teams on Competition Success (10)
AUSTIN, Texas, March 14 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release:
Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated Texas high school teams across the state that competed in the inaugural Girls Go CyberStart initiative. In partnerships with SANS Institute, the program was designed to encourage young women to become involved in the field of cybersecurity. Teams of Texas students competed in a free online game to learn more about computer security training. More than 500 teams took more PR
Governor Brown Announces Appointments (10)
SACRAMENTO, California, March 13 -- Gov. Edmund G. Brown Jr., D-California, issued the following news release:
Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced the following appointments:
Dan Kalamaras, 51, of Gold River, has been appointed director of the Office of Systems Integration at the California Health and Human Services Agency. Kalamaras has been interim executive director of Welfare Client Data Systems at the California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Information Network Cons more PR
Governor Brown Announces Appointments (10)
SACRAMENTO, California, March 16 -- Gov. Edmund G. Brown Jr., D-California, issued the following news release:
Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced the following appointments:
Susan Fanelli, 55, of Orangevale, has been appointed chief deputy director of policy and programs at the California Department of Public Health, where she has been assistant director since 2015 and has served in several positions in the Emergency Preparedness Office from 2003 to 2015, including deputy director, a more PR
Governor Cuomo Announces Number of Flu Cases Continue to Fall Across New York State (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 15 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release:
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that for the third consecutive week since being categorized as geographically widespread, the number of laboratory-confirmed influenza cases has decreased across New York. Last week, 3,692 laboratory-confirmed influenza cases were reported to the New York State Department of Health. The number of weekly hospitalizations decreased for the fifth consecutive week more PR
Governor Inslee Signs Measure to Protect Student Borrowers (10)
OAKLAND, California, March 16 -- The Center for Responsible Lending issued the following news release:
Washington Governor Jay Inslee signed the Washington Student Education Loan Bill of Rights into law yesterday, which will provide strong protections for the more than 730,000 student loan borrowers in the state carrying $22.9 billion in student loan debt. The law will establish a Student Loan Advocate to review complaints, and will authorize the state to license student loan servicers so they more PR
Governor Wolf Announces $2 Million Available for School and Business Partnerships to Expand Job Training (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 14 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news:
Governor Tom Wolf today urged local workforce development boards (LWBDs) to apply for $2 million in Business-Education Partnership (BEP) grants that will connect businesses and school districts and lead to new career opportunities across Pennsylvania.
"This funding supports one of my key workforce development objectives to provide students with technical training to help them get good-paying, middle more PR
Governor Wolf Announces Nearly $1 Million to Combat Sexual Assault on Campuses (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 13 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news:
Governor Tom Wolf continues to expand his commitment to combating sexual assault on Pennsylvania college and university campuses. Today, at an event at Temple University in Philadelphia, the Department of Education announced 39 postsecondary institutions across the state will receive more than $950,000 in It's On Us PA grants.
"Since launching two years ago, It's On Us PA has helped dozens of Pennsy more PR
Governor Wolf Announces New Apprenticeship Programs in Western Pennsylvania (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 16 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news:
Governor Tom Wolf announced today the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry's (L&I) Apprenticeship and Training Office (ATO) has approved two new apprenticeship programs in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties. These programs underscore the governor's commitment to increasing job training opportunities for Pennsylvanians.
"Apprenticeships provide paid, on-the-job training in industries where sk more PR
Governor Wolf Launches School Safety Task Force With Auditor General DePasquale (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 15 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news:
Governor Tom Wolf was joined by Auditor General Eugene DePasquale at Penn Wynne Elementary School in Montgomery County today to announce the creation of a School Safety Task Force that brings together government officials, statewide education organizations, law enforcement, community members, school officials, teachers, parents, and students to talk to about ways to improve school safety and security more PR
Governor's Budget Sets the Right Course on Education But Should Go Further (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 16 -- Education Minnesota issued the following news release:
Education Minnesota President Denise Specht applauded Gov. Mark Dayton for making education a priority in his supplemental budget but said educators wished the governor had been able to go further to meet the needs of Minnesota students and their families.
"The Education Governor is cementing his legacy in his final budget and the right priorities are all there," said Denise Specht, president of Education M more PR
Graduate Students to Present at Capitol Research Summit (10)
EMPORIA, Kansas, March 16 -- Emporia State University issued the following news:
On Tuesday, March 27, the 15th Annual Capitol Graduate Research Summit will take place. This event will highlight research conducted by graduate researchers across the state, including five from Emporia State University.The Capitol Graduate Research Summit began to make state government and education officials aware of the quality and robustness of graduate research taking place at state-funded higher education ins more PR
Grant to Complete Science Renovations (10)
SANTA BARBARA, California, March 12 -- Westmont College issued the following news:
The Fletcher Jones Foundation has awarded a $750,000 grant to Westmont for the second phase of renovation of Whittier Science Building, including classroom, laboratory and storage spaces. The next phase of work will take place during the summer, so Whittier will be completely renovated by fall 2018. In 2014, the Fletcher Jones Foundation awarded a $750,000 grant for the first phase of improvements inside Whittier more PR
Groundbreaking for a New Educational Facility in East Topeka (10)
TOPEKA, Kansas, March 15 -- Washburn University issued the following news release:
Washburn Tech, in partnership with GO Topeka, the Joint Economic Development Organization (JEDO) and the East Topeka community, broke ground today for a new adult training center located at 2014 SE Washington St., the site of a former military service facility. Washburn Tech East, scheduled to open in January 2019, will offer courses in health care, construction trades, commercial truck driving and the General Ed more PR
GSMR and SMRP Agree to Shared Member and Educational Benefits (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, March 13 -- The Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals issued the following news release:
The Gulf Society for Maintenance & Reliability (GSMR), a professional body specializing in oil, gas and petrochemical industries in the Arabian Gulf Regions and SMRP, today announced a strategic agreement that enables both organizations to exchange member-only benefits and educational opportunities.
Through this agreement, GSMR and SMRP will collaborate on an oil and gas-r more PR
HACU President to Be Keynote Speaker at the ACUP Forum (10)
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, March 12 -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities issued the following news release:
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) President and CEO Antonio R. Flores will be the keynote speaker at the Association of Private Colleges and Universities of Puerto Rico (ACUP) Forum on March 15, 2018, at the Universidad lnteramericana Metropolitan Campus in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
The Forum themed "Nuestra Recuperacion esta en Ia Educacion: Solidari more PR
Hamilton County Sends 31 Seniors to College Signing Day (10)
INA, Illinois, March 13 -- Rend Lake College issued the following news release:
Thirty-one Hamilton County seniors are preparing for their first steps after high school this week during Rend Lake College's third College Signing Day on the McLeansboro campus. RLC Advisors met with the students this week to give information, answer questions, and enroll students into summer and fall classes.
Registration for Summer and Fall 2018 classes at RLC is going on now. Classes start the week of June 4-8 more PR
Hampton University School of Liberal Arts and Education Hosts 40th Annual Conference on Black Family (10)
HAMPTON, Virginia, March 12 -- Hampton University issued the following news release:
The Hampton University School of Liberal Arts and Education presents the 40th Annual Conference on the Black Family: "A Spotlight on Strong Black Families: Faith, Identity, & Community - Building on the Strengths of Black Families through the Arts and Social Sciences," March 14-16 on the University campus.
"This three-day conference is a must for anyone who wants to strengthen the family and be proud of what i more PR
Harold Jackson Family Supports Public School Teachers With Major Gift to SWOSU Foundation (10)
WEATHERFORD, Oklahoma, March 15 -- Southwestern Oklahoma State University issued the following news release:
Former Regional University System of Oklahoma (RUSO) Regent and Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) emeritus faculty and staff member Harold W. Jackson (SWOSU Class of 1966) has made monumental investments in students studying to become public school teachers.
During a recent visit to the Weatherford campus, Jackson and three of his children presented SWOSU President Dr. Rand more PR
Harper College Recognized for Excellence in International Education (10)
PALATINE, Illinois, March 14 -- Harper College issued the following news release:
Harper College is one of three colleges and universities recognized by NAFSA: Association of International Educators with the 2018 Senator Paul Simon Spotlight Award for Campus Internationalization. Named after the late Senator Paul Simon, the NAFSA Simon Awards recognize outstanding innovation and accomplishment in campus internationalization. Harper is also proud to be the only community college recognized this more PR
Harvard Medical School: Knowing the Unknown (10)
BOSTON, Massachusetts, March 12 -- Harvard Medical School issued the following news:
There was no sugarcoating the day's topics.
What can data science tell us about the intelligence of Ashkenazi Jews? Can bioinformatics give us insights into how prehistoric human migrations have influenced genetic diseases today? What can data mining reveal about health disparities among different ethnicities?
More importantly, can these data--and their interpretation--be trusted?
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Health Department Launches First-Ever Naloxone Detailing Campaign to Expand Distribution to More Independent Pharmacies (10)
NEW YORK, March 15 -- The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene issued the following news release:
The Health Department announced the launch of its first naloxone detailing campaign to expand distribution of the medication in independent pharmacies. Health Department representatives will visit up to 800 independent pharmacies in March and April to encourage them to offer naloxone. Naloxone is a medication that reverses an opioid overdose and can save a life. While all major cha more PR
Health Professionals of Tomorrow Offered Skills to Enhance Their Health, Wellbeing (10)
ROBINA QUEENSLAND, Australia, March 16 -- Bond University issued the following news document:
Bond University has become one of the first in Australia to introduce a proactive and preventative counselling service for health and medical students, aimed at providing the tools needed to develop resilience during study and beyond.
The independent Gold Coast university is providing free individual counselling to every student in the Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine (HSM), along with establis more PR
Help CMS Build Strategic Plan (10)
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, March 12 -- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools issued the following news:
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking public participation in the development of a six-year strategic plan. Initial work on the plan began in February with the public release of Breaking the Link, a comprehensive district report analyzing the link between poverty/race and academic performance.
Now CMS is seeking public input about the report and the plan. There are four avenues for participation. more PR
Hendrix Alumni Association Announces Award Recipients (10)
CONWAY, Arkansas, March 16 -- Hendrix College issued the following news release:
The Hendrix College Alumni Association will honor three alumni, Rosalia Valdez Block '10, Rose Thomson Gastler '12, and Joan Davis Wagnon '62, along with Helen S. Plotkin, at the Alumni Association Awards Brunch to be held Saturday, April 21 at 10 a.m., in Worsham Student Performance Hall in the Student Life and Technology Center. The brunch is part of the College's Alumni Weekend festivities.
The Alumni Associati more PR
Hereford, Ridgely Middle Teams Earn Top Awards at VEX Robotics State Championship (10)
TOWSON, Maryland, March 16 -- Baltimore County Public Schools issued the following news release:
On Saturday, March 10, the Maryland State VEX VRC Robotics Championship for Middle School was held at Hereford Middle School. Teams representing Hereford and Ridgely Middle earned recognition.
Claiming the top spot to compete at the VEX Robotics World Championships in Louisville, Kentucky were Teams 9290B, 9290J, and 9290A from the Hereford Zone Robotics' (HZR) club. Finishing second was Ridgely's more PR
HHS Seeks Dine' Suicide Prevention Workshops in New Mexico (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Indian Health Service has issued a solicitation (020-GAL-18-0114) for Dine' suicide prevention workshops in Gallup, New Mexico.
The notice states: "The Navajo Area Indian Health Service, Gallup Indian Medical Center (GIMC), Purchasing Department has a requirement for Consultant Services for the Domestic Violence Prevention Initiative, Gallup Indian Medical Center, Gallup, New Mexico."
Response Date: March 19, 2018; Set As more CTR
HHS Seeks Sensitive Suicide Prevention Education Series in New Mexico (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Indian Health Service has issued a solicitation (020-GAL-18-0113) for a Suicide Prevention Education series in Gallup, New Mexico.
The notice states: The Navajo Area Indian Health Service, Gallup Indian Medical Center (GIMC), Purchasing Department has a requirement for Consultant Services for the Methamphetamine and Suicide Prevention Initiative (MSPI) Project, Gallup Indian Medical Center, Gallup, New Mexico.
Response Da more CTR
High School Financial Expert Gives Winning Portfolio Advice to Nonprofit, Wins South Dakota SIFMA Foundation's InvestWrite Essay Competition (10)
SPEARFISH, South Dakota, March 15 -- Black Hills State University issued the following news:
Many teens enjoy raising funds for nonprofit organizations, but 16-year old Payton Park wants to manage those funds! This exceptional sophomore from St. Mary's High School in Dell Rapids, S.D., channeled his inner financial advisor to create an investment plan for the World Food Program and become the South Dakota first-place winner of SIFMA (Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association) Founda more PR
Hillsborough County Women Commended for Their Service (10)
TAMPA, Florida, March 14 -- Hillsborough County issued the following news:
Since 2011, the Hillsborough County Commission on the Status of Women's Hall of Fame has honored woman who, through their lives and efforts, have made significant contributions to the improvement of life for women and all residents in Hillsborough County.
During the Board of County Commissioners Feb. 21 meeting, the Board presented a commendation recognizing the three 2018 Hall of Fame inductees: Public Defender of the more PR
History, Healing Explored in Exhibit's Oil Paintings (10)
WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, March 11 -- The Pennsylvania College of Technology issued the following news:
Judith Peck has made it her life's work to paint about history and healing. She portrays the broken yet beautiful human experience in her oil paintings.
The Gallery at Penn College will host "Hope and History," a collection of Peck's work, March 13 through April 18. A Meet the Artist Reception is set for Thursday, March 15, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., featuring an artist's talk at 5:30 p.m. Th more PR
Holland Energy Park Awarded Engineering Honors in Michigan (10)
OMAHA, Nebraska, March 12 -- HDR, an architectural, engineering and consulting firm, issued the following news release:
Holland Board of Public Works' Holland Energy Park project has earned top honors with an Engineering Honorable Conceptor Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of Michigan. The project now advances to the national competition held in April.
The Board of Public Works worked with project consultant HDR to create the $240 million Holland Energy Park. Marking a more PR
Homeland Security Issues Statement at Senate Hearing on Proposals to Improve School Safety (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following testimony by National Threat Assessment Center Protective Intelligence & Assessment Division Chief Lina Alathari for a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing titled "See Something, Say Something: Oversight of the Parkland Shooting and Legislative Proposals to Improve School Safety":
"Good morning Chairman Grassley, Ranking Member Feinstein, and distinguished Members of the Committee. I am Dr. Lina Alathari, Chief more PR
Honoring CMAA's Chapter of the Year Award Recipients (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 15 -- The Club Managers Association of America issued the following news release:
The Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) is proud to announce its 2017 Chapter of the Year award recipients. These chapters excelled in membership operations, recruitment, and educational programming. These awards were announced on Tuesday, March 6, at the Closing Business Session of the 91st World Conference on Club Management and the Club Business Expo in San Francisco, CA.
Th more PR
Hooks Institute Receives $5,000 Grant to Support HAAMI (10)
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, March 15 -- The University of Memphis issued the following news release:
The Benjamin L. Hooks Institute at the University of Memphis has received a $5,000 grant from the Philanthropic Black Women of Memphis to support the Hooks African American Male Initiative (HAAMI). In 2015, the Hooks Institute launched HAAMI to increase the retention and graduation rates of African American male students at the University of Memphis.
Current data shows that for first-time, full-time st more PR
House Appropriations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From VA Secretary (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The House Appropriations subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies issued the following testimony by Secretary of Veterans Affairs David J. Shulkin at a budget hearing on the Department of Veterans Affairs:
"Good morning Chairman Frelinghuysen, Chairman Dent, Ranking Member Lowey, Ranking Member Wasserman Schultz, and distinguished members of the Subcommittee. Thank you for the opportunity to testify today in support of the President's more PR
House Conducted 11 Committee Hearings on March 15 (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The U.S. House of Representatives conducted 11 committee hearings on March 15:
*Appropriations:
Subcommittee on Defense:
Budget hearing on the U.S. Army. Testimony was heard from Mark T. Esper, Secretary of the Army; and General Mark A. Milley, Chief of Staff of the Army.
Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies:
Budget hearing on the Department of Veterans Affairs. Testimony was heard from David J. Shulkin, Secretary, Department more PR
House Education & Workforce Committee Strengthening Access, Accountability (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The House Education and the Workforce Committee issued the following hearing information: "Strengthening Access and Accountability to Work in Welfare Programs" at 2175 Rayburn House Office Building at 10 a.m. on March 15:
Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development
Opening Statement:
* Chairman Brett Guthrie (KY) (https://edworkforce.house.gov/UploadedFiles/Committee_Statement.pdf)
Press Release and Photo Album:
* Press Release: Subcommittee Explores more PR
House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From American Enterprise Institute (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development issued the following testimony by Robert Doar is the Morgridge fellow in poverty studies at the American Enterprise Institute, at a hearing entitled "Strengthening Access and Accountability to Work in Welfare Programs":
"Chairman Guthrie, Ranking Member Davis, and members of the committee: Thank you for the opportunity to testify today on how to best encourage work and increa more PR
House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Utah Department of Workforce Services (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development issued the following testimony by Liz Carver, program director at Utah Department of Workforce Services, at a hearing entitled "Strengthening Access and Accountability to Work in Welfare Programs":
"Thank you Chairman Guthrie, ranking member Davis and members of the subcommittee. I am honored to be here representing the state of Utah, our Governor and the Executive Director o more PR
House Foreign Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Ex-Assistant Secretary of Commerce (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The House Foreign Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Kevin J. Wolf, ex-assistant secretary of Commerce for export administration, at a hearing entitled "Modernizing Export Controls: Protecting Cutting-Edge Technology and U.S. National Security":
"Chairman Royce, Ranking Member Engel, and other distinguished members of the committee. Thank you for convening this hearing and for inviting me to testify on this important national security topic. It is a plea more PR
House Homeland Security Committee Issues Testimony From Chief Operating Officer for Gov. Abbott (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The House Homeland Security Committee issued the following testimony by Reed Clay, chief operating officer for Gov. Greg Abbott, at a hearing entitled "Preparedness, Response and Rebuilding: Lessons from the 2017 Disasters":
"Chairman McCaul, distinguished Members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to share with you lessons learned by the State of Texas in preparing for, responding to, and recovery from Hurricane Harvey. My name is Reed Clay, Chief Operating more PR
House Homeland Security Committee Issues Testimony From Save the Children (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The House Homeland Security Committee issued the following testimony by Jeanne-Aimee De Marrais, senior director of U.S. emergencies at Save the Children, at a hearing entitled "Preparedness, Response and Rebuilding: Lessons from the 2017 Disasters":
"Chairman McCaul, Ranking Member Thompson, and members of the Committee, I am Jeanne-Aimee De Marrais, the Senior Director of U.S. Emergencies at Save the Children. Since 2005, I have led the organization's response to every more PR
House Judiciary Committee Issues Report on Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant Program Authorization Act (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The House Judiciary Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 115-597) on legislation (H.R. 3249) to authorize the Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant Program. The report was advanced by Rep. Bob Goodlatte, R-Virginia, on March 14.
Excerpts of the report follow:
Purpose and Summary
H.R. 3249, the "Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant Program Authorization Act of 2017," officially authorizes the Project Safe Neighborhoods ("PSN") Block Grant Program. The activities the Program will co more ST
House Oversight & Government Reform Committee Issues Testimony From Public Citizen (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee issued the following testimony by Amit Narang, regulatory policy advocate at Public Citizen, at a hearing entitled "Shining Light on the Federal Regulatory Process":
"Mr. Chairman and Members of the Committee,
"Thank you for the opportunity to testify today on regulatory policy issues. I am Amit Narang, Regulatory Policy Advocate at Public Citizen. Public Citizen is a national public interest organization with more tha more PR
House Schedules 11 Committee Hearings for March 15 (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The U.S. House of Representatives scheduled 11 committee hearings for March 15:
*Appropriations:
Subcommittee on Defense:
Budget hearing on the U.S. Army.
Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies:
Budget hearing on the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, and Related Agencies:
Budget hearing on the Department of Energy.
Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Rel more PR
House Science, Space & Technology Committee Issues Testimony From National Science Board (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 --The House Science, Space and Technology Committee issued the following testimony by National Science Board Chair Maria T. Zuber at a hearing entitled "An Overview of the National Science Foundation Budget Proposal for Fiscal Year 2019":
"Science has long been at the heart of the American experiment. "An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest," noted Benjamin Franklin, and the revolutionaries who founded our Nation and enshrined the promotion of "the progres more PR
House Science, Space & Technology Committee Issues Testimony From NSF Director (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 --The House Science, Space and Technology Committee issued the following testimony by National Science Foundation Director France Cordova at a hearing entitled "An Overview of the National Science Foundation Budget Proposal for Fiscal Year 2019":
"Chairman Smith, Ranking Member Johnson, and Members of the Committee, it is a privilege to be here with you today to discuss the President's Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 Budget Request for the National Science Foundation (NSF).
"Establi more PR
House Small Business Committee Issues Testimony From Hester Group (10)
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, March 12 -- The House Small Business Committee issued the following testimony by Hester Group Vice President Roslyn Mixon Phillips at a field hearing entitled "Disparities in Access to Capital: What the Federal Government Is Doing to Increase Support For Minority Owned Firms":
"Good morning,
"I am Roslyn Mixon Phillips, Vice President of Hester Group, a small, woman owned, minority business, certified as an 8 (a) and HubZone by the SBA.
"Thank you for the opportunity to more PR
House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Maritime Administration (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation issued the following testimony by Rear Admiral Mark H. Buzby, administrator of the Maritime Administration, at a hearing entitled "Review of Fiscal Year 2019 Budget Request for the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Programs":
"Good morning, Chairman Hunter, Ranking Member Garamendi and members of the Subcommittee. I appreciate the opportunity to discuss the President more PR
How Artifacts Deepen the Teaching of Black History (10)
DEARBORN, Michigan, March 12 -- The University of Michigan's Dearborn campus issued the following news:
Khalid el-Hakim's guest lecture at UM-Dearborn last Wednesday actually began with 15 minutes of relative silence. Those opening moments were reserved so that students and other members of the audience could take in--on their own, without much context--the few hundred objects laid out on tables before them.
There was everything from a recent GQ cover featuring NFL quarterback and activist Col more PR
How SNAP Can Better Serve the Formerly Incarcerated (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The Center on Budget & Policy Priorities issued the following news release:
Over 600,000 people are released from state and federal prisons every year.(1) They reenter their communities with a set of complex needs and challenging vulnerabilities, including chronic physical and behavioral health conditions, unstable housing, and impediments to finding and retaining quality jobs. Many struggle to reintegrate and a large share are rearrested or reincarcerated within a few y more PR
HSU Signs Articulation Agreement With Collin College (10)
ABILENE, Texas, March 14 -- Hardin-Simmons University issued the following news:
Hardin-Simmons University (HSU) has signed an articulation agreement with Collin College, outlining a direct transfer option between the two schools for Collin College students looking to transfer and complete their degrees at a university. This agreement simplifies the process for students enrolled at Collin College to transfer their completed hours to continue their education at HSU.
The partnership identifies w more PR
Human Rights Committee Examines Civil and Political Rights in Norway (10)
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 15 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release:
The Human Rights Committee this morning concluded the consideration of the seventh periodic report of Norway its implementation of the provisions of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights.
Presenting the report, Sveinung Rotevatn, State Secretary from the Ministry of Justice and Public Security of Norway, informed the Committee that a new human rights catalogue had be more PR
Human Rights Committee Reviews Report of El Salvador (10)
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 14 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release:
The Human Rights Committee today concluded the review of the seventh periodic report of El Salvador and its efforts to implement the provisions of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights.
Presenting the report, Maria Silvia Guillen, Presidential Commissioner for Human Rights of El Salvador, said that important work was being done concerning victims of human rights vio more PR
Human Rights Council Adopts Universal Periodic Review Outcomes of Czech Republic and Argentina (10)
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 15 -- The United Nations Human Rights Council issued the following news release:
The Human Rights Council this morning adopted the Universal Periodic Review outcomes of the Czech Republic and Argentina. It also continued its general debate on human bodies and mechanisms.
Jan Kara, Permanent Representative of the Czech Republic to the United Nations Office at Geneva, said his country took the Universal Periodic Review mechanism very seriously. Czechia had accepted 178 more PR
Human Rights Council AdoptsUniversal Periodic Review Outcomes of Gabon, Ghana and Peru (10)
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 15 -- The United Nations Human Rights Council issued the following news release:
The Human Rights Council in its midday meeting adopted the Universal Periodic Review outcomes of Gabon, Ghana and Peru.
Edgard Anicet Mboumbou Miyakou, State Minister of Justice of Gabon, said following the report presented by the Troika, the Government had accepted 14 additional recommendations. Thus, from a total of 166 recommendations, Gabon had accepted 144. Gabon was party to most i more PR
Human Rights Council Concludes General Debate on Human Rights Situations That Require the Council's Attention (10)
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 14 -- The United Nations Human Rights Council issued the following news release:
The Human Rights Council in its midday meeting concluded its general debate on human rights situations that require the Council's attention.
In the general debate, speakers drew attention to the negative consequences for women, children and persons with disabilities of the proxy wars in the Middle East, lack of consultation with indigenous peoples in Latin America and denial of their rig more PR
Human Rights Watch Issues Statement on Korea's Universal Periodic Review (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following statement:
"Human Rights Watch welcomes the adoption of the outcome of the Universal Periodic Review of the Republic of Korea, which reflects recommendations to protect freedom of expression and assembly and the rights of vulnerable workers, women, foreigners, children, the elderly, people with disabilities, and other marginalized groups, including single parents. The outcome also addresses continued support of the Human Rights Cou more PR
Hundreds of Arizona Teachers Protest Doug Ducey's Failure on Education (10)
PHOENIX, Arizona, March 13 -- The Arizona Democratic Party issued the following news release:
More than 300 Arizona teachers surprised Governor Doug Ducey yesterday by protesting his failures on education right outside of a monthly radio interview with KTAR. The protest interrupted newscasts, prompted push alerts, and led online coverage across Phoenix.
Arizona teachers continued their #REDforED efforts and showed their anger at Ducey for underfunding their schools and handing them the worst p more PR
HWS Earns National Arbor Day Foundation Honor (10)
GENEVA, New York, March 15 -- Hobart and William Smith Colleges issued the following news release:
Recognized for enhancing engagement around conservation and promoting a campus of healthy trees, Hobart and William Smith have been designated a Tree Campus USA by the Arbor Day Foundation for the sixth consecutive year.
To earn the designation, the Colleges met five important measures for sustainable campus forestry and stewardship, including establishment of a tree advisory committee, evidence more PR
Hydro One Powers Female University Students Pursuing Careers in Engineering (10)
OSHAWA, Ontario, March 12 -- The University of Ontario Institute of Technology issued the following news release:
Female Engineering students at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology will continue to benefit from a variety of networking opportunities and outreach programs, thanks to Hydro One's renewed commitment to the Women in Engineering University Partnership program.
On International Women's Day (March 8), Hydro One announced the renewal of its commitment to women in engineeri more PR
IAAPA Leadership Conference 2018 Brings Together Industry Executives in Osaka and Tokyo, Japan (10)
ORLANDO, Florida, March 14 -- The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions issued the following news release:
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) recently concluded its eighth annual IAAPA Leadership Conference, held for the first time in Japan, March 6-9, 2018. More than 170 top-level attractions industry leaders from 28 countries gathered in Osaka and Tokyo to learn from inspiring keynote speakers, attend forward-thinking education sess more PR
IDEA Documents Available for Public Comment (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, March 14 -- The Georgia Department of Education issued the following news release:
In order to meet the requirements as set forth by IDEA 2004 for the annual state application of Georgia's grant award under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) for federal fiscal year 2019 (2018-2019), the Georgia Department of Education is publishing the following documents for a 30-day notice beginning March 13, 2018.
Your comments should be forwarded to:
Zelphin more PR
Illinois Auditor General Issues Report on Chicago State University-Financial Audit, Single Audit, and Compliance Examination (10)
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, March 15 -- Illinois Auditor General Frank J. Mautino issued the following audit report digest on Chicago State University-financial audit, single audit, and compliance examination:
INTRODUCTION
This digest covers our Financial Audit, Single Audit and Compliance Examination of Chicago State University (University) for the year ended June 30, 2017. In total, this report contains 18 findings.
SYNOPSIS
* (17-2) The University did not comply with its revenue bond covenant more PR
Illinois Auditor General Issues Report on Regional Office of Education # 54: Vermilion County-Financial Audit (10)
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, March 15 -- Illinois Auditor General Frank J. Mautino issued the following audit report digest on Regional Office of Education # 54: Vermilion County-financial audit:
SYNOPSIS
* (17-1) The Regional Office of Education #54 did not have sufficient internal controls over the financial reporting process.
FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS
CONTROLS OVER FINANCIAL STATEMENT PREPARATION
The Regional Office of Education No. 54 (ROE) did not have sufficient internal co more PR
Illinois Auditor General Issues Report on Regional Office of Education #28: Bureau/Henry/Stark Counties-Financial Audit (In Accordance With the Uniform Guidance) (10)
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, March 15 -- Illinois Auditor General Frank J. Mautino issued the following audit report digest on Regional Office of Education #28: Bureau/Henry/Stark Counties-financial audit (In Accordance with the Uniform Guidance:
SYNOPSIS
* (17-1) The Regional Office of Education #28 did not have sufficient internal controls over the financial reporting process.
* (17-2) The Regional Office of Education #28 did not have sufficient internal controls over fund accounting.
FINDINGS, more PR
Illinois Surpasses Old Peak Employment Level - Illinois Unemployment Rate Dips in January (10)
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, March 12 -- 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 January and nonfarm payrolls increased by +200 jobs over-the-month, based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and released by IDES. December jobs were revised down to show a slight drop (-700 jo more PR
IMF Executive Board Completes the 2017 Article IV Consultation With Lao People's Democratic Republic (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The International Monetary Fund issued the following news release:
On February 26, 2018, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV Consultation with Lao P.D.R. [1]
Lao P.D.R.'s economy continues to perform well, supported by a favorable external environment and strong flows of foreign direct investment from its dynamic neighbors. Growth in 2017 was supported by the expansion of electricity exports, construction activity and fi more PR
IMF Issues Statement on Algeria Visit (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The International Monetary Fund issued the following statement by team leader Jean-Francois Dauphin during a visit to Algiers, Algeria, on Feb. 27-March 12 to discuss the 2018 Article IV consultation:
"Algeria continues to face important challenges posed by the fall in oil prices four years ago. Despite a sizeable fiscal consolidation in 2017, the fiscal and current account deficits remain large. Reserves, while still ample, fell by US$17 billion to US$96 billion (exclud more PR
In Case You Missed It: Louisiana's Report Card System, Key Education Initiatives Draw National Praise (10)
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, March 16 -- The Louisiana Department of Education issued the following news release:
Louisiana's revamped report card system and a set of its key education initiatives have earned national praise from the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO). In recent weeks, the national non-profit organization has published two separate reports that hold up Louisiana as an exemplar for equipping families and educators with the tools and resources needed to promote school qual more PR
In Partnership With Wilmington University, DHSS Begins Yearlong Initiative to Train 1,000 Staff Members in Trauma-Informed Approaches to Assessing and Meeting the Needs of Clients (10)
NEW CASTLE, Delaware, March 12 -- The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services issued the following news release:
The Department of Health and Social Services is partnering with Wilmington University to train more than 1,000 frontline DHSS staff in better assessing and addressing the needs of clients statewide, many of whom have experienced trauma in their lives, during the kickoff of a yearlong Trauma-Informed Approach initiative.
Wilmington University's nine-week training session fo more PR
In Partnership With Wilmington University, DHSS Begins Yearlong Initiative to Train 1,000 Staff Members in Trauma-Informed Approaches to Assessing, Meeting Needs of Clients (10)
NEW CASTLE, Delaware, March 12 -- Gov. John C. Carney, D-Delaware, issued the following news release:
The Department of Health and Social Services is partnering with Wilmington University to train more than 1,000 frontline DHSS staff in better assessing and addressing the needs of clients statewide, many of whom have experienced trauma in their lives, during the kickoff of a yearlong Trauma-Informed Approach initiative.
Wilmington University's nine-week training session for 26 supervisors and more PR
Inaction by Charter Board Spurs ACLU of Arizona to Demand Individual Schools Change Discriminatory Enrollment Policies (10)
PHOENIX, Arizona, March 12 -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Arizona issued the following news release:
The ACLU of Arizona has sent letters to more than 100 public charter schools demanding immediate changes to these schools' discriminatory enrollment policies. The letters addressed unlawful enrollment policies related to special education, student discipline history, and mandatory fees or volunteer hours.
"In January and February, parents attended the public charter board meetings to more PR
Inaugural Head of Curtin Dubai Appointed (10)
PERTH, Australia, March 15 -- Curtin University (formerly the Curtin University of Technology) issued the following news release:
Professor John Evans has been appointed the inaugural Pro Vice-Chancellor of Curtin Dubai, following an extensive international search.
The position will provide leadership and management oversight in the ongoing development of Curtin University's recently opened campus located in the Dubai International Academic City.
Professor Evans has extensive international ex more PR
Inauguration of Chancellor Mary Holz-Clause Set for Friday, April 6, 2018 (10)
CROOKSTON, Minnesota, March 16 -- The University of Minnesota's Crookston campus issued the following news release:
Ceremonies for the inauguration of Mary Holz-Clause, Ph.D., as the sixth chancellor for the University of Minnesota Crookston are set for Friday, April 6, 2018, at noon in Kiehle Auditorium on the U of M Crookston campus.
A reception will follow the ceremony in the Northern Lights Lounge, Sargeant Student Center. All faculty, staff, students, alumni, and the public are invited to more PR
India's PM Vows to Overcome Waste to Promote Growth (10)
CANBERRA, Australia, March 15 -- The Australian National University issued the following news release:
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has underlined his goal to achieve a "clean India" by October 2019 in order to help his country grow into an economic superpower. The Prime Minister outlines his views in an interview for a new book published by researchers from The Australian National University (ANU).
The book titled Waste of a Nation takes a look at the major problem of waste and sewage more PR
Indiana Department of Education Announces First Ever Recipient of Title III Distinguished School District Award (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 15 -- The Indiana Department of Education issued the following news release:
The Indiana Department of Education has announced the first ever recipient of the Title III Distinguished Indiana School District Award. Fort Wayne Community Schools was chosen to receive this distinction after demonstrating a commitment to English Learner success through strategic programming, rigorous instruction, inclusive school culture, and beneficial partnerships with families and the more PR
Indiana Department of Education Announces Indiana Education for Homeless Children, Youth 1st Statewide Conference (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 15 -- The Indiana Department of Education issued the following news release:
The Indiana Department of Education today announced the first Indiana Education for Homeless Children and Youth Statewide Conference. The event will focus on preparing individuals for work with, and on behalf of, young children and their families experiencing homelessness. The conference will take place March 19 at Warren Central High School in Indianapolis.
"Protecting our state's most vu more PR
Inhaled Therapy Ineffective in Difficult-to-Treat Heart Failure (10)
ORLANDO, Florida, March 11 -- The American College of Cardiology issued the following news release:
Four weeks of treatment with a novel inhaled medication failed to improve exercise capacity, daily activity levels, severity of symptoms or quality of life in patients with a type of heart failure for which no effective treatment options currently exist, according to research presented at the American College of Cardiology's 67th Annual Scientific Session.
The first multicenter trial of an inhal more PR
Initiative to Engage More Denver and Boulder Teens in Jewish Programs Receives New Funding After Report Shows Positive Outcomes (10)
DENVER, Colorado, March 12 -- Rose Community Foundation issued the following news release:
The multi-faceted Denver/Boulder Jewish Teen Education and Engagement Initiative (Initiative) is involving more teens in Jewish life, offering them new programs they find relevant, and helping them develop leadership skills--says a new evaluation on the Initiative released today. The Initiative, funded by Rose Community Foundation, with additional funding from the Jim Joseph Foundation and other donors, s more PR
Initiative to Engage More Denver and Boulder Teens in Jewish Programs Receives New Funding After Report Shows Positive Outcomes (10)
SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 12 -- Jim Joseph Foundation issued the following news release:
The Initiative, funded by Rose Community Foundation, with additional funding from the Jim Joseph Foundation and other donors, supports the expansion of innovative teen-focused organizations in the Denver/Boulder area. Rose Community Foundation made a $1.08 million grant, which was matched by a $1.08 million investment from the Jim Joseph Foundation to help the initiative reach sustainability and to a more PR
Innovation Health Provides Funding to FCPS to Increase Safe Routes to Schools Program (10)
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, March 15 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news release:
The Foundation for Fairfax County Public Schools announces a $164,000 contribution from Innovation Health to expand the Safe Routes to Schools programs in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) to seven additional elementary schools and five additional middle schools this spring.
FCPS is currently in its fourth year of a comprehensive Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program that supports active tran more PR
Innovative Approach at Fort Hays State Provides More Career Opportunities for Students (10)
HAYS, Kansas, March 14 -- Fort Hays State University issued the following news:
Shawn Henderson knows that his 100-plus student teachers have a tough time taking off work to attend career fairs.
So Henderson, director of field experiences for the College of Education at Fort Hays State University, helped come up with an alternative opportunity.
On back-to-back Mondays during the month of March, FHSU hosted virtual career fairs - the first for teacher education majors and the second for all ot more PR
Internal Medicine Residency Programs Continue to Grow But Policies Needed to Ensure Patient Access to General Internists (10)
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 16 -- The American College of Physicians issued the following news release:
The 2018 Main Residency Match revealed that internal medicine continues to be the largest training specialty, offering over one-quarter (26.2 percent) of all PGY-1 positions in the Match. Internal medicine programs offered 7,542 categorical positions and 374 primary care positions, an increase of 309 categorical positions (4.3 percent) and 33 primary care positions (9.7 percent) from th more PR
International Literacy Association's (ILA) Latest Brief Helps Literacy Coaches Choose the Right Instructional Model (10)
NEWARK, Delaware, March 12 -- The International Literacy Association issued the following news release:
Not all models of literacy coaching are the same; "There are choices, and the choices matter," according to ILA's latest brief, Literacy Coaching for Change: Choices Matter. Drawing these meaningful distinctions can help teachers and coaches to make an informed decision on the most suitable model.
With the ever-increasing emphasis on reading achievement in today's schools, many districts are more PR
Invite to Cover: Opening Envelope to Future - Perelman School of Medicine Students Celebrate Match Day (10)
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 15 -- The University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine issued the following news release:
On Friday, March 16, 151 medical students from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania will celebrate Match Day. During the annual, nationwide ceremony, students find out, one by one, where they are headed for their residency training for the next three or more years of their medical careers.
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IOS: Creating a Safety Culture in Latin America (10)
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 12 -- The International Organization for Standardization issued the following news:
A prevalence of high-risk industries such as mining, exposure to powerful pesticides in agriculture and the exacerbation of risks due to climate change, these are just some of the factors that contribute to occupational health and safety hazards in Latin America. But a culturally rooted lack of awareness and engagement is perhaps the greatest danger of all.
With some 130 million worke more PR
Iowa's Unemployment Rate at 2.9 in January (10)
DES MOINES, Iowa, March 12 -- Iowa Workforce Development issued the following news release:
Iowa's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained at 2.9 percent in January after an upward revision to the December 2017 rate. The state's jobless rate was 3.4 percent one year ago. The U.S. unemployment rate was unchanged at 4.1 percent in January.
"With the unemployment rate remaining steady through the winter months, Iowa has weathered the cold with minimal seasonal layoffs," said Beth Townsend, more PR
IU Bloomington Furthers Commitment to Helping Talented Low-Income Students Access Higher Education (10)
BLOOMINGTON, Indiana, March 14 -- Indiana University issued the following news release:
Indiana University Bloomington has announced its participation in the nationwide American Talent Initiative, which focuses on helping academically talented low- and moderate-income students to access colleges and universities with high graduation rates.
IU Bloomington, the first Indiana school to join ATI, has a strong commitment to helping low-income students access and succeed in higher education through more PR
January Unemployment Rates Increase Seasonally in All Michigan Regional Labor Markets (10)
LANSING, Michigan, March 15 -- The Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget issued the following news release:
Seasonally unadjusted unemployment rates in January rose in all of the state's 17 major labor market areas, according to the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget. Total employment and workforce levels fell seasonally in the majority of areas.
"Michigan's regional labor force and job trends were very typical for January, as payroll jobs fell in many se more PR
JBU to Participate in Diversity, Civility and the Liberal Arts Institute (10)
SILOAM SPRINGS, Arkansas, March 16 -- John Brown University issued the following news release:
John Brown University is one of 26 institutions selected by the Council of Independent Colleges to participate in the inaugural Diversity, Civility, and the Liberal Arts Institute, held in Atlanta, Georgia, June 3 - 6. JBU President Dr. Chip Pollard; Dr. Rod Reed, JBU chaplain; Dr. Trisha Posey, JBU associate professor of history; and Dr. Marquita Smith, JBU associate professor of journalism and coord more PR
Jean-Michel Cousteau: 'We are All Connected' (10)
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, March 12 -- Tulane University Law School issued the following news release:
Jean-Michel Cousteau, who has lived most of his life submerged in the vastness of the world's oceans, believes the key to saving our marine life is knowledge.
Cousteau, in one of the most poignant presentations at Tulane Law School in recent memory, made a significant adjustment to the legacy of his legendary father, Jacques Cousteau, who said people would save what they loved. For the younger C more PR
Jeffrey Jaureguy, Named to All-USA Academic Team (10)
OCEANSIDE, California, March 12 -- MiraCosta College issued the following news:
Jeffrey Jaureguy, a student at MiraCosta College in Oceanside, is one of 20 college students named to the prestigious All-USA Academic Team and will receive a $5,000 scholarship.
Jaureguy will be recognized at Phi Theta Kappa's Presidents Breakfast, held during the American Association of Community Colleges' (AACC) convention on April 30th in Dallas, Texas. In addition to the scholarship funds, he will be presented more PR
Jemele Hill of ESPN Ushers in Women's History Month at Trinity College (10)
HARTFORD, Connecticut, March 12 -- Trinity College issued the following news release:
Jemele Hill of ESPN recently visited Trinity College to kick off Women's History Month on campus by giving a talk titled, "The Intersectionality of Race and Gender in Sports, Journalism, and Today's Political Climate." Hill shared her experiences and insight from her career with a crowd of students, staff, faculty, and members of the community on March 1 in Mather Hall's Washington Room.
Hill is currently the more PR
Jennifer Boyle is the 2018 HTC Distinguished Teacher Scholar Lecturer (10)
CONWAY, South Carolina, March 13 -- Coastal Carolina University issued the following news release:
Jennifer Boyle, Ph.D., professor of English at Coastal Carolina University, has received the HTC Distinguished Teacher Scholar Lecturer Award, given annually to a faculty member who demonstrates outstanding teaching through scholarship and mentoring.
As the recipient of this award from Horry Telephone Cooperative, Boyle will present a public lecture about the transformative effects of digital tec more PR
Job Opportunities Await at Career Fair 2018 (10)
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, March 12 -- Chattanooga State Community College issued the following news release:
More than 80 businesses and industries will be represented during the annual Career Fair on Thursday, March 22 in the Chattanooga State Community College gymnasium. Representatives will meet, greet and discuss employment opportunities with students, alumni and the general public interested in their companies between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
With commencement less than two months away, spring is more PR
John Barker Named to New Leadership Position in Arts, Sciences & Engineering (10)
ROCHESTER, New York, March 12 -- The University of Rochester issued the following news release:
John Barker '09W (PhD) says his goals for higher education have always included three tenets: "access, equity, and social justice for all." As of March 1, he is fulfilling those missions at Rochester in the newly created role as senior associate dean of the faculty for Arts, Sciences & Engineering.
Barker, who most recently was dean of international education at Tufts University, served in various r more PR
John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Award Recipients Announced (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The National Quality Forum issued the following news release:
The recipients of this year's John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Awards include a physician who is passionate about improving communication and transparency between patients and their healthcare providers, a network of children's hospitals that has saved an estimated 10,000 children from harm, and a large health system that has achieved a more than 60 percent decrease in hospital-acquired patient har more PR
Join WestEd at the TESOL 2018 International Convention & English Language Expo (10)
SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 16 -- WestEd issued the following news:
Aida Walqui, Director of the Teacher Professional Development Program at WestEd, will present in three sessions at the TESOL 2018 International Convention & English Language Expo, March 27-30, in Chicago, Illinois.
View the session list below, and visit us at booth 258 to learn about our resources, research, and services.
Wednesday, March 28
Panel: Trends in K-Adult Education: Teaching Basic and Academic Oracy
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Joseph Montcalmo Co-Authors Article and Other News (10)
BALTIMORE, Maryland, March 16 -- The Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University issued the following news:
Joseph Montcalmo, Peabody's Director of Academic Technology and Instructional Design, co-authored an article, "Constructing 'Authentic' Science: Results from a University/High School Collaboration Integrating Digital Storytelling and Social Networking," which was recently published in the journal "Research in Science Education."
The study explores the implications of a redesign of more PR
Journal of School Health Issues Eight Research Articles in April 2018 Edition (10)
MALDEN, Massachusetts, March 13 -- The Journal of School Health, a peer-reviewed journal from the American School Health Association, published eight research articles on the following topics in its April 2018 edition:
The Application of Optimal Defaults to Improve Elementary School Lunch Selections: Proof of Concept. Coauthors: Katharine L. Loeb, Cynthia Radnitz, Kathleen L. Keller, Marlene B. Schwartz, Nancy Zucker, Sue Marcus, Richard N. Pierson, Michael Shannon and Danielle DeLaurentis
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Jump$tart Coalition to Honor Rep. Joyce Beatty for Leadership in Financial Literacy (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- Rep. Joyce Beatty, D-Ohio, issued the following news release:
The Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy today announced it will honor U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (D-Ohio-3) with its Federal Leadership Award for her leadership in advancing financial literacy.
The award will be presented at the Jump$tart Coalition's 2018 Annual Awards Dinner, which recognizes accomplishments of individuals and organizations that are working to create a financially litera more PR
Juniata Earns 'It's On Us' Grant to Combat Sexual Assault (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 16 -- Juniata College issued the following news release:
On March 13, 2018, at an event at Temple University in Philadelphia, the Department of Education announced 39 postsecondary institutions across the state will receive more than $950,000 in It's On Us PA grants. Juniata College was one awardee of these funds, that will help expand the commitment to combating sexual assault on Pennsylvania college and university campuses.
"Since launching two years ago, 'It' more PR
Junior Elliza Guta Selected as 2018 Newman Civic Fellow (10)
MACON, Georgia, March 14 -- Mercer University issued the following news:
Campus Compact, a Boston-based non-profit organization working to advance the public purposes of higher education, recently selected Mercer University junior Elliza Guta as one of 268 students who will make up the organization's 2018 cohort of Newman Civic Fellows.
The Newman Civic Fellowship, named for Campus Compact co-founder Frank Newman, is a one-year experience emphasizing personal, professional and civic growth. Th more PR
Kansas State Board of Education Issues Minutes for February 13 - March 14 Meeting (10)
TOPEKA, Kan., March 14 -- The Kansas State Board of Education issued the following meeting minutes:
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Jim Porter called the monthly meeting of the Kansas State Board of Education to order at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2018, in the Board Room at the Landon State Office Building, 900 S.W. Jackson St., Topeka, Kansas. He welcomed guests and acknowledged that February is Black History Month. He also thanked Board members for attending the morning panel discussion and breakfast more PR
Kansas State Board of Education: March Highlights (10)
TOPEKA, Kansas, March 16 -- The Kansas Department of Education issued the following news:
The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) is working toward establishing model College and Career Ready standards for computer science and plans to have the standards ready for board approval by March 2019, said Stephen King, a KSDE education consultant.
King presented to board members Wednesday, March 14, the second day of a two-day meeting in Topeka. KSDE is launching a committee-based model stand more PR
Kansas State Polytechnic Expands Its Small Drone Training to Denver (10)
SALINA, Kansas, March 12 -- Kansas State University issued the following news release:
Kansas State University's Polytechnic Campus is again taking its unmanned aircraft systems, also known as drones, expertise on the road, offering its Part 107 preparation course April 27-29 in the Denver area.
The course is designed to prepare professionals for the Federal Aviation Administration's written exam, which is required for anyone wanting to operate a commercial small unmanned aircraft, or sUAS, wh more PR
Kenneth Ataga Named Director of New UTHSC Center for Sickle Cell Disease (10)
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, March 12 -- The University of Tennessee Health Science Center issued the following news:
Kenneth Ataga, MD, has been named director of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center's new Center for Sickle Cell Disease in the College of Medicine. He will begin his new role July 1.
The UTHSC Center for Sickle Cell Disease is a collaborative effort among UTHSC, West Cancer Center, UT-Methodist University Hospital and Regional One Health. In addition, Dr. Ataga will serve a more PR
Kentucky Official to Testify March 15 on Capitol Hill on Workforce/Welfare Issues (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-North Carolina, chairman of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, issued the following news release:
On Thursday, March 15 at 10:00 a.m., the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development will hold a hearing on "Strengthening Access and Accountability to Work in Welfare Programs." The hearing will take place in room 2175 of the Rayburn House Office Building.
This hearing will explore the role of work in welfare programs.
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Kentucky Rural-Urban Exchange Accepting New Applicants (10)
BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, March 13 -- Western Kentucky University issued the following news:
The Kentucky Rural-Urban Exchange (RUX) has convened more than 130 Kentuckians from 24 counties. The Kentucky RUX network aligns people working across the arts, agriculture, community health and small business to work together toward the transformation of Kentucky's economies, communities and sense of self.
The Kentucky RUX network will showcase a new Kentucky community this year, the sixth to participa more PR
Kibler, Conn Represent MSU at National Writing Project (10)
MINOT, N.D., March 12 -- Minot State University issued the following news release:
Minot State University professors Robert Kibler (Humanities) and Dan Conn (Education) will travel to the National Writing Project's Spring Convention to represent the Red River Writing Project and the Northern Plains Writing Project March 15-17 in Washington, D.C.
Along with convention events, the duo will meet with North Dakota Senators Heidi Heitkamp (D-N.D.) and John Hoeven (R-N.D.) on Thursday.
"We are hopi more PR
KnowledgeWorks Research Explores Potential Impact of Wearables, AR and VR Technology in the Classroom (10)
CINCINNATI, Ohio, March 13 -- KnowledgeWorks issued the following news release:
This paper explores the potential for wearables, augmented reality and virtual reality to help create more responsive learning environments.Imagine a student staring at a blank page of homework, unsure of where or how to start. What if a piece of wearable technology could sense their stress and give them the access to mentors and coaches to get the help they need with just a click of a button? Or imagine a group of more PR
KU Field Station's Spring Burning Begins With Prairie Acre on Campus (10)
LAWRENCE, Kansas, March 12 -- The University of Kansas issued the following news:
Take a country drive in Kansas on an early spring evening, and you may witness the otherworldly site of prairie fires. Controlled, or prescribed burns, mimic the means by which natural forces--and later Native Americans--maintained the prairie ecosystem.
Over the next few days, research staff of the Kansas Biological Survey and the KU Field Station are conducting prescribed burns in several areas of the Field Sta more PR
L.A. Unified Board Unanimously Approves Vice President Melvoin's Resolution to Safeguard Our Schools Through Collaborative Task Force, Stricter Gun Laws (10)
LOS ANGELES, California, March 13 -- The Los Angeles Unified School District issued the following news release:
The L.A. Unified Board of Education voted today to unanimously approve a resolution authored by Board Vice President Nick Melvoin, and co-sponsored by Board President Monica Garcia and Board Member Kelly Gonez, calling on state and federal legislators to enact stricter gun control laws, and calling on the District to form a collaborative task force with experts, teachers and staff, la more PR
La Salle University Awards Marian Wright Edelman Honorary Doctorate at 2018 Commencement (10)
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 14 -- La Salle University issued the following news release:
Marian Wright Edelman, president and founder of the Children's Defense Fund, civil rights activist, and Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient, will receive an honorary doctorate from La Salle University at its 155th Commencement Exercises on Sunday, May 20, 2018. Edelman has worked as an advocate for disadvantaged Americans for her entire professional life. Under her leadership, the Children's Defen more PR
Landmark Decision Validates Louisiana's Charter Schools (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, March 14 -- The Foundation for Excellence in Education issued the following news release:
Today, the Louisiana Supreme Court issued a ruling in the case of Iberville Parish School Board, et al v. Louisiana State Elementary and Secondary Education Board, upholding the constitutionality of the state's charter school funding model.
"This landmark decision validates the important role of charter schools in helping thousands of Louisiana students receive a quality education.
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Landry Brewer Wins Bernhardt Academic Excellence Award at SWOSU (10)
WEATHERFORD, Oklahoma, March 16 -- Southwestern Oklahoma State University issued the following news release:
Landry Brewer, history instructor on the Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) campus in Sayre, is the winner of the Bernhardt Academic Excellence Award for 2018 at SWOSU.
Brewer was presented the prestigious award at the annual Bernhardt banquet held on the Weatherford campus. For winning the award, Brewer received a $5,000 cash award, clock, pen and medallion.
SWOSU alumni more PR
Late Spring Continuing Education Courses (10)
NEWARK, New Jersey, March 13 -- Essex County College issued the following news release:
Essex County College is offering a series of personal development and certificate courses starting in April and May. The classes will be held at the main Newark campus.
Call (973) 877-3079 for registration and other information for this and all Community and Continuing Education courses.
Lean/Kaizen Leadership Certificate is a nine session course that provides an overview of the philosophy, principles, pro more PR
Latin America Begins to Tackle Corruption (10)
SAO PAULO, Brazil, March 15 -- The World Economic Forum issued the following news release:
Once dismissed as endemic, chronic and intractable, the problem of corruption is starting to be addressed throughout Latin America. Investigations in Brazil have received most of the headlines, but once-powerful leaders face serious charges in several countries.
"Society is mobilizing to say that we don't want any more corruption," said Delia Ferreira Rubio, Chair, Transparency International, Germany.
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Latina Professionals to Inspire and Empower Hundreds of High School Students (10)
NORTHRIDGE, California, March 12 -- California State University issued the following news release:
More than 500 Latina high school students will learn about leadership development, cultural empowerment and pathways to college, at the 25th annual Adelante Mujer Latina Career Conference (AMLCC) on Saturday, March 17, at California State University, Northridge.
The conference will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the University Student Union's Northridge Center, located at 18111 Nordhoff St. in more PR
LCC President Margaret Hamilton Appointed to Community Board of Major Regional Health Care System (10)
EUGENE, Oregon, March 13 -- Lane Community College issued the following news release:
Margaret Hamilton, president of Lane Community College in Eugene, has been appointed to the Sacred Heart Medical Center Community Health Board.
Hamilton was a nurse before launching her 28-year career in community college administration. She was named Lane's seventh president in July 2017 after a rigorous nationwide search.
The board is one of nine regional boards of community leaders who assist PeaceHealth, more PR
LCSC Receives Honor for Having Top Paralegal Program in Idaho (10)
LEWISTON, Idaho, March 15 -- Lewis-Clark State College issued the following news release:
Lewis-Clark State College has been honored for having the top paralegal bachelor and certificate programs among colleges in Idaho by the website Paralegal.edu.
According to Sean Reed, Senior Editor for Paralegal.edu, LCSC was honored after officials examined more than 250 paralegal programs available at accredited schools. Reed wrote in an email that LCSC "deserved to be recognized among the best of the b more PR
LCSC to Host District II Higher Education Day on March 21 (10)
LEWISTON, Idaho, March 16 -- Lewis-Clark State College issued the following news release:
Lewis-Clark State College will serve as the host site for the Idaho District II Higher Education Day, which will take place Wednesday, March 21, at 9-10:45 a.m.
More than 250 high school students from Lapwai, Culdesac, Craigmont, Kendrick, Orofino, Genesee, Troy, Potlatch, Nezperce, Moscow, Riggins and Lakeside are expected to attend the event. Students will have the opportunity to meet with officials fro more PR
Lecturer Will Discuss 'The Future of Disability' (10)
LAWRENCE, Kansas, March 15 -- The University of Kansas issued the following news:
The University of Kansas Department of Special Education will welcome Phil Ferguson, professor emeritus at Chapman University, to present at the Edward L. Meyen Distinguished Lecture Series.
The 2018 event will begin with a casual reception at 4 p.m. March 28 in the Hancock Room of the Oread Hotel, with the formal lecture to follow shortly after. The event is free and open to the public.
Ferguson's lecture, "The more PR
Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Barr (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 15 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following legislative update from Minnesota State Rep. Regina Barr:
It's been another busy week. I had hearings on multiple important bills this week and remain committed to pushing ones we've already heard, including building support for the SMART Center in Inver Grove Heights.
I also wanted to thank so many of you for coming out on Saturday to discuss education and other important issues facing our commu more PR
Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Davnie (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 16 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following legislative update by Minnesota State Rep. Jim Davnie:
Just like the spring weather outside, legislative action is also heating up at the Capitol. With a shorter than usual legislative session, the first committee deadline is already fast approaching on March 22. Here's an update on what's been going on:
Veterans Day on the Hill
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Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Erickson (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 16 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following legislative update from Minnesota State Rep. Sondra Erickson:
This week, the House took an important step toward addressing the MNLARS debacle with the passage of House File 3147 out of the House Ways and Means Committee. This committee is the last stop for legislation before it reaches the House floor. HF 3147 appropriates the $10 million in emergency funding that the department is requesting for more PR
Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Flanagan (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 16 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following legislative update by Minnesota State Rep. Peggy Flanagan:
Spring is on the horizon and I hope you are all enjoying the warmer weather. As it gets nicer outside every day, it seems activity at the Legislature is getting busier. Yesterday it was great meeting with education advocates from the Hopkins, Robbinsdale, and Wayzata school districts. Joining us were several parents, community membe more PR
Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Haley (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 12 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following legislative update from Minnesota State Rep. Barb Haley:
As many of you know, last Wednesday was "National Eagle Center Day" at the Capitol. It was great to see so many folks from the Wabasha community in St. Paul for the rally. We even had three school busses of students who came to tour the Capitol and support their city. I'm excited to be a part of this effort to expand the National Eagle Center more PR
Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Hilstrom (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 16 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following legislative update by Minnesota State Rep. Debra Hilstrom:
It's an incredibly busy time at the Legislature with full, lengthy agendas. The first deadline for bills to pass through committees is already next Thursday. Here's an update from the State Capitol.
State of the State
Gov. Mark Dayton delivered his eighth and final State of the State Address Wednesday night. His speech outlined th more PR
Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Jurgens (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 16 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following legislative update from Minnesota State Rep. Tony Jurgens:
This week, the Minnesota House Education Innovation Policy Committee heard my bill that prevents the shaming of students who lack school lunch money.
Late last year, news reports highlighted a school in Stewartville where students with negative school lunch balances had their meals tossed in the garbage, which is unacceptable. Since that r more PR
Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Lee (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 16 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following legislative update by Minnesota State Rep. Fue Lee:
LEGISLATIVE UPDATES
HF 3590
Last week I introduced HF3590, a bill that will provide clarity and consistency to ensure that Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) and Adult Basic Education (ABE) teachers are licensed under Tier IV of the new Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) and receive the continuing contract t more PR
Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Lucero (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 16 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following legislative update from Minnesota State Rep. Eric Lucero:
Committees were very busy this week as deadlines quickly approach in which bills need to clear policy committees. This week also included Gov. Dayton's final State-of-the-State address he gave to a joint convention of the MN House and Senate.
STUDENT DATA PRIVACY BILL CONTINUES TO ADVANCE
I am chief author of HF 1507, a bill seeking to enh more PR
Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. O'Neill (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 12 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following legislative update from Minnesota State Rep. Marion O'Neill:
The February economic forecast was released on February 28 showing our state has a $329 million surplus. That's a more than $500 million turnaround since November, and shows that our economy is strong thanks in large part to meaningful tax relief passed at both the state and federal level.
I will continue to champion policies at the Hous more PR
Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Pryor (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 16 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following legislative update by Minnesota State Rep. Laurie Pryor:
Spring is right around the corner and with that, the pace of business is picking up at the State Capitol. We had another busy week, and here's my Legislative Update.
Veterans Day on the Hill
Many Minnesotans came to the Capitol on Monday for Veterans Day on the Hill. This year's focus was on helping surviving spouses keep their homes more PR
Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Youakim (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 12 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following legislative update by Minnesota State Rep. Cheryl Youakim:
As we move closer to committee deadlines, meeting agendas are getting longer and committees are beginning to meet in the evening. Three weeks in, the Capitol campus is a buzz with activity and it will only get busier.
Last week, one of my bills from 2017 had a hearing on Wednesday. The Senate version of the bill, sponsored by Senat more PR
Legislators Unveil Medical Assistance Work Requirement Legislation (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 12 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following news release:
Legislators unveiled Monday a new proposal to bolster Minnesota's workforce and lift Minnesotans out of poverty by implementing work or job training requirements for able-bodied adults currently on Medical Assistance, Minnesota's version of Medicaid. The requirements would not apply to a child's sole caregiver, or anyone with a disability, certain medical diagnoses, addictions, or oth more PR
Legislature Re-elects Chancellor Rosa and Regent Chin to Board of Regents (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 13 -- New York State Assembly Speaker Carl E. Heastie issued the following news release:
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, Education Committee Chair Catherine Nolan and Higher Education Committee Chair Deborah Glick today announced the Legislature's re-election of New York State Board of Regents Chancellor Betty Rosa and Regent Judith Chin.
In a joint session of the Legislature, Rosa and Chin were each re-elected to a five year term on the 17 member Board of Regents, which more PR
LETU Education Professors Present at TALE Conference (10)
LONGVIEW, Texas, March 13 -- LeTourneau University issued the following news release:
LeTourneau University education professors Kathy Stephens and Julie Teel-Borders presented on "How to Teach Interdisciplinary-Based Lessons Designed for Upper-Elementary English Language Learners Using Informational Texts" at the annual conference of the Texas Association of Literacy Education, held recently at West Texas A&M University in Canyon.
Their session provided participants with a lesson template, al more PR
LETU Engineering Dean to Receive Two Prestigious ASCE Awards (10)
LONGVIEW, Texas, March 14 -- LeTourneau University issued the following news release:
LeTourneau University Dean of Engineering Dr. Steven K. Starrett has been honored as the recipient of the Professional Practice Ethics and Leadership Award from the American Society of Civil Engineers. The award honors a licensed professional engineer's accomplishments to preeminently promote superior engineering practice, ethics and leadership.
Starrett was selected for his leadership in advancing the abilit more PR
Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom Calls on California County Superintendents to Support Public School Students in the National School Walkout to Protest Gun Violence (10)
SACRAMENTO, California, March 12 -- Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news:
The Sacramento Bee reported on Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom's letter to all fifty-eight of California's County Superintendents of Schools, calling on their support and protection for students participating in the National School Walkout on March 14th.
In California, the recent threats of gun violence have prompted shutdowns and lockdowns of public schools, proving to be disruptive to the stu more PR
Lift the Incomes of the Lowest 40 Per Cent to Meet Our International Commitments (10)
STRAWBERRY HILLS, Australia, March 12 -- Australian Council of Social Service issued the following news release:
As a key advocate of meeting Australia's commitment to reducing poverty and inequality in Australia by 2030, ACOSS is co-hosting the second Australian Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) summit in Melbourne on Tuesday 13 March 2018.
The summit is a high-level multi-stakeholder forum to advance national implementation of the goals in Australia. It will do so by taking stock of natio more PR
Lil' Libros Founders to Titans: 'Surround Yourself With Women That Uplift You' (10)
FULLERTON, California, March 16 -- California State University issued the following news release:
Once upon a time, Patty Rodriguez decided to pitch her idea for a bilingual children's book series to a publisher. Cut short mid-sentence, she was told to stop wasting her time because Latinos don't read to their kids.
"I thought it was the biggest and best idea in the world, and I was sure all the publishers in the country were going to fight for this idea," said Rodriguez. None of them did.
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Linda Daugaard, State's First Lady, Will Speak at Black Hills State University (10)
SPEARFISH, South Dakota, March 12 -- Black Hills State University issued the following news:
Black Hills State University is pleased to announce the next Presidential Lecture Series: An Evening with Mrs. Linda Daugaard: Personal Thoughts on South Dakota's Children and Life as First Lady.
In addition to meeting with students and faculty members, BHSU will host Mrs. Daugaard for a public presentation Thursday, April 5th. The reception begins at 7 p.m. followed by the presentation at 7:30 p.m. in more PR
Linda Kurokawa Earns Prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award (10)
OCEANSIDE, California, March 15 -- MiraCosta College issued the following news:
Linda Kurokawa, director, community education & workforce development at MiraCosta College, is awarded with the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association of Community & Continuing Education (ACCE). Kurokawa embodies the award's requirement of excellence, dedication, and innovation as she applies best practices and embraces new opportunities.
"We call her the little BIG boss. She has been referred to as "tiny more PR
Lipscomb University Continues Academic Prowess, Awarded Six Grants in Four Years Totaling More Than $4 Million (10)
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, March 15 -- Lipscomb University issued the following news release:
Lipscomb University understands that as knowledge grows in use, it grows in value. Receiving numerous academic grants over the past four years, Lipscomb set itself on an upward trajectory to join the world's great academic institutions.
"Our recent designation as an R3 doctoral university has bolstered our academic prowess on the national level," said W. Craig Bledsoe, Lipscomb University provost. "I antic more PR
Lipscomb University's College of Business: Nationally Ranked, Globally Minded, Spiritually Grounded (10)
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, March 13 -- Lipscomb University issued the following news release:
The Lipscomb University College of Business understands that in today's thriving business world, there is more to one's credentials than an academically rigorous degree on a resume. Earning national rankings for both its undergraduate and graduate programs by Bloomberg Businessweek, what started in 1917 with two degrees offered, shorthand and bookkeeping, has flourished into a thriving college a century lat more PR
Local Law Enforcement to Participate In Aggressive-Driving Enforcement Initiative (10)
MONTOURSVILLE, Pennsylvania, March 16 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation issued the following news release:
The Pennsylvania State Police will join over 235 municipal agencies to conduct the second targeted aggressive driving enforcement wave from March 19 to April 29, 2018.
As part of the Aggressive Driving Enforcement and Education Project, the second wave will aim to reduce the number of aggressive driving related crashes, injuries and deaths on roadways throughout the State. more PR
Los Angeles Public Library's Career Online High School Graduates 100th Student (10)
LOS ANGELES, California, March 15 -- The Los Angeles Public Library issued the following news release:
The Los Angeles Public Library celebrated the 100th graduate of its Career Online High School (COHS) in a ceremony at Central Library, which featured Mayor Eric Garcetti; City Librarian John F. Szabo; and Bich Ngoc Cao, President of the Board of Library Commissioners. Los Angeles Public Library was the first public library in the nation to offer adults 19 and over the opportunity to earn an ac more PR
Louisiana Awards $1.5 Million to Improve Early Childhood Education (10)
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, March 13 -- The Louisiana Department of Education issued the following news release:
The Louisiana Department of Education today awarded $1.5 million in grant funding to support improvements to early childhood education quality. The grant, a supplement to the federal Preschool Development Grant, will provide teachers at low-performing sites in eight communities with professional development designed to strengthen teacher-child interactions and classroom instruction and t more PR
Louisiana Supreme Court Ruling (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools issued the following news release:
Sometimes you have to go to court to validate common sense. Charter schools everywhere are public schools, and always have been. Wherever public school students enroll, the public funding to support their education should follow them. The Louisiana Supreme Court's ruling is great news for 16,000 students in 42 public charter schools that will continue to receive the state per-pupil fundin more PR
Louisiana Takes Steps Toward New Vision for Special School District (10)
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, March 12 -- The Louisiana Department of Education issued the following news release:
The Louisiana Department of Education today outlined initial plans to redesign the state's Special School District (SSD) to be a model of excellence in serving students with disabilities. The plan of action, presented today to the state Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE), is in response to a recently conducted independent review of the SSD, which called for a new vision f more PR
Mahoney and Martin Receive LCSC Women Leadership Awards (10)
LEWISTON, Idaho, March 14 -- Lewis-Clark State College issued the following news release:
Retired educator Colleen Mahoney (below) of Lewiston and Lewis-Clark State College's Dean of Community Programs and Governmental Relations Kathy Martin (above, left) are the two recipients of the college's Women Leadership Awards, it was recently announced.
LCSC started the women's leadership awards this year and the two winners were announced as part of the Women's Leadership Conference last week at the more PR
Mai Ni Ni Aung to Receive Kroc Institute 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award (10)
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, March 15 -- Notre Dame's Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies issued the following news:
Mai Ni Ni Aung, M.A. 2003, has been selected to receive the Kroc Institute's 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award. She is the founder of the Sone-Tu Cultural Preservation Project and the director of its sister organization, Sone-Tu Backstrap Weavings. Both organizations work to preserve and elevate the culture and traditions of the Sumtu Chin community in Rakhine State, Myanmar. Af more PR
Majority Leader McConnell Issues Statement on Tax Reform (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The office of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, issued the following floor remarks regarding tax reform:
"Few subjects are closer to the hearts of parents than their children's education. That's why Republicans made sure the historic tax reform we passed last year included a provision, championed by Senator Cruz and others, that will help parents choose an education for their children that makes sense for their family.
"A recent article in the Courier- more PR
Managing Blood Pressure in Barbershops Yields Substantial Improvements (10)
ORLANDO, Florida, March 12 -- The American College of Cardiology issued the following news release:
African-American men who received medical intervention aimed at controlling their high blood pressure while at the barber saw a marked drop in blood pressure in just six months, according to research presented at the American College of Cardiology's 67th Annual Scientific Session. Specifically, men who received frequent monitoring and medication management from a specially-trained pharmacist who more PR
Mar-12-18 Annual Employment Revisions Show More Job Growth in 2017 (10)
TRENTON, New Jersey, March 12 -- The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development issued the following news release:
Revised data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) indicate the New Jersey labor market grew at a solid pace in 2017, expanding by 43,400 jobs. Additionally, preliminary estimates for January 2018 show the trend continuing in New Jersey's job market, with a monthly total nonfarm job gain of 13,000, while the state's unemployment rate held steady at 4.7 more PR
March 27 Hearing Set on Environmental Education Fund Spending Priorities (10)
COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 12 -- The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
Ohio EPA is seeking public input on proposed funding priorities for the Ohio Environmental Education Fund (OEEF) for July 2018 through June 2019.
A public meeting will be held March 27, 2018, to discuss the annual agenda, answer questions and accept public comments. The meeting will be held at 3 p.m. at Ohio EPA, 6th floor Lazarus Government Center, 50 West Town Street, Columbus.
OEEF provi more PR
Marilyn Gugliucci of UNE Receives Clark Tibbitts Award From Association for Gerontology/Geriatrics in Higher Education (10)
BIDDEFORD, Maine, March 15 -- The University of New England issued the following news release:
Marilyn R. Gugliucci, M.A., Ph.D., was recognized with the Association for Gerontology/Geriatrics in Higher Education's (AGHE) highest honor, the Clark Tibbitts Award, at the organization's annual meeting in Atlanta on March 3. AGHE is the only nationally based global organization dedicated to advancing education on aging.
Gugliucci has been a member of AGHE since 1995. She has served on the AGHE exe more PR
Marking the Seventieth Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Human Rights Committee Opens Its One Hundred and Twenty-second Session Jontly With Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (10)
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 12 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release:
The Human Rights Committee this morning opened its one hundred and twenty-second session at the Palais Wilson in Geneva, hearing a video message by United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Zeid Ra'ad Al Hussein, and an address by Kate Gilmore, Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights. The session was opened jointly with the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights to more PR
Marshall School of Medicine Approved for Two Additional Psychiatry Fellowships (10)
HUNTINGTON, West Virginia, March 12 -- Marshall University issued the following news release:
The Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine has received initial accreditation to move forward with two fellowships, both of which are in the department of psychiatry and behavioral medicine.
Approval for the child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship and the geriatric psychiatry fellowship was issued by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in late February. more PR
Martinez-Cosio Named to Alliance of Hispanic Serving Institutes Educators Board (10)
ARLINGTON, Texas, March 14 -- The University of Texas's Arlington campus issued the following news release:
The Alliance of Hispanic Serving Institutes Educators has elected a University of Texas at Arlington assistant vice provost to the board.
Maria Martinez-Cosio, a UTA assistant vice provost for faculty development and an associate professor in the College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs, will serve a three-year term starting this month. It will be announced at the National Co more PR
Maryland Gains 14,600 Private Sector Jobs in January (10)
BALTIMORE, Maryland, March 12 -- The Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation issued the following news release:
The U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) today released state jobs and unemployment data. According to the preliminary survey data, Maryland added 14,600 private sector jobs over-the-month, an increase of 0.7 percent, with notable job gains across multiple sectors.
"A healthy economy begins with a healthy workforce," said Labor Secretary Kelly M. S more PR
Maryland State Summit on School Safety Set for March 22 (10)
BALTIMORE, Maryland, March 16 -- The Maryland State Department of Education issued the following news release:
Leaders from Maryland's 24 local school systems will meet in Annapolis on Thursday, March 22 for the 2018 Maryland Center for School Safety Summit.
Taking place in an atmosphere of heightened concern for schools, the summit will focus on state-of-the art preparation and prevention ideas and protocols during the morning sessions. School system administrators and guidance staff will dis more PR
Matchmaker, Matchmaker Make Me a Match (10)
LA JOLLA, California, March 13 -- The University of California campus issued the following news release:
Each year, at precisely the same moment -- 12 p.m. on the East coast, 9 a.m. on the West -- thousands of graduating medical school students across the country simultaneously tear open an envelope. The single sheet of paper inside informs each graduate where he or she will do their residencies -- in other words, where each will spend the first several years of their careers as working doctors more PR
Maud S. Mandel Named 18th President of Williams College (10)
WILLIAMSTOWN, Massachusetts, March 13 -- Williams College issued the following news release:
Williams College announced today the appointment of Maud S. Mandel, dean of the college and professor of history and Judaic studies at Brown University, as its 18th president. She will succeed Protik (Tiku) Majumder, who has served as interim president since Jan. 1, following the move, after eight years, of Adam F. Falk to the presidency of the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. Mandel will begin her tenure at more PR
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research Assigned Patent for Immunity to Folate Receptors (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 16 -- Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, Rochester, Minnesota, has been assigned a patent (No. 9,915,646, initially filed Dec. 15, 2015) developed by four co-inventors for "immunity to folate receptors." The co-inventors are Keith L. Knutson, Fort Pierce, Florida, Lynn C. Hartmann, Rochester, Minnesota, Kimberly R. Kalli, Dover, Minnesota, and Christopher J. Krco, Rochester, Minnesota.
The full-text of the patent can be found at http://patft.uspto.gov/net more PT
Mayor Bowser Launches New Vision Zero Initiative to Improve Safety at Dozens of Intersections (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser issued the following news release:
Today, Mayor Bowser announced the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) has developed a plan to improve 36 intersections with dual turn lanes that pose "multiple threat" risks, particularly to pedestrians. Intersections with dual turn lanes have multiple conflict points between motorists and pedestrians and have shown to result in an increased frequency of crashes, and Mayor Bowser has ded more PR
Mayor Urges Government to Act on Knife Crime as He Announces Pound 45m Fund (10)
LONDON, England, March 14 -- The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, issued the following news release:
Sadiq Khan will meet with the Home Secretary later today to call on the Government to take real action to tackle the causes of knife crime and other violent crimes, which are rising across the UK.
The Mayor has also released the first details of how organisations will be able to benefit from the new pound sterling45m fund he has set up to help young people in London at risk of being caught up in cr more PR
Mayors From Across Country Join Mayor De Blasio in Signing Cities Open Internet Pledge Dedicated to Protecting Net Neutrality (10)
NEW YORK, March 11 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release:
Today, Mayor de Blasio, joined by 11 mayors and city leaders from across the country, signed on to the Cities Open Internet Pledge in coordinated resistance to the federal government's repeal of net-neutrality protections. The pledge encourages cities to use their local authority to protect net-neutrality. Mayors Steve Adler (Austin, TX), Ted Wheeler (Portland, OR), Mark Farrell (San Francisco, CA), Jacob Fre more PR
MBA, NAMMBA Announce Partnership to Promote Diversity and Inclusion Efforts (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Mortgage Bankers Association issued the following news release:
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) and the National Association of Minority Mortgage Bankers of America (NAMMBA) announced today that the two associations will form a formal strategic partnership to advance each other's diversity and inclusion efforts.
"The real estate finance industry must continue to enhance diversity and inclusion in order to retain and recruit the best workforce possible," said more PR
McDonald Center for America's Founding Principles to Host Sixth Annual Elliott Conference on Great Books and Ideas (10)
MACON, Georgia, March 12 -- Mercer University issued the following news:
Mercer University's Thomas C. and Ramona E. McDonald Center for America's Founding Principles will host its sixth annual A.V. Elliott Conference on Great Books and Ideas, March 26-27, focusing on the theme "The Ratification Debate: Federalists and Anti-Federalists."
This year's conference includes 11 scholars from across the United States presenting their work either as lecturers or panelists. All events are free and open more PR
MCPS Statement on County Executive's Recommended Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2019 (10)
ROCKVILLE, Maryland, March 15 -- Montgomery County Public Schools issued the following statement by President Michael A. Durso and Montgomery County Public Schools Superintendent Jack R. Smith in response to County Executive Isiah Leggett's recommended operating budget for fiscal 2019:
* "We thank County Executive Leggett for his recommendation to fully fund the proposed Montgomery County Public Schools' (MCPS) Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2019. Mr. Leggett has been an outstanding champion more PR
MDC Offers Discover Nature Girls Camp July 24-26 in Lincoln County (10)
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, March 12 -- The Missouri Department of Conservation issued the following news release:
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will be offering its eighth annual Discover Nature Girls Camp Tuesday through Thursday, July 24-26, at Redemption Ranch in Lincoln County. This is a free, three-day, two-night camp aimed at introducing girls, ages 11-15, to a range of outdoors skills in a supportive learning environment.
Campers spend three fun-filled days immersed in a more PR
MDC to Host Intermediate Excel Workshop in April (10)
HAYS, Kansas, March 12 -- Fort Hays State University issued the following news:
Fort Hays State University's Management Development Center will offer a new workshop, "Intermediate Excel: Data Analysis," from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, April 11, in McCartney Hall, room 116.
Dr. Emily Breit, associate professor of finance, will teach participants how to utilize different elements of Microsoft Office Excel, such as pivot tables, vlookup, what-if-analysis, goal seek and scenario manager.
Par more PR
MDE Launches Mississippi Innovation Lab Network to Encourage Student-Centered Learning Opportunities (10)
JACKSON, Mississippi, March 14 -- The Mississippi Department of Education issued the following news release:
The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) has launched the Mississippi Innovation Lab Network (MS-ILN) that encourages a network of A- and B-rated school districts to work together to identify, test, and implement student-centered approaches to learning that will be shared statewide to help transform education in Mississippi.
The student-centered approaches to learning include perso more PR
Med School Celebrates Family of Graduates, Donors (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 13 -- The University of Illinois campus issued the following news release:
The University of Illinois College of Medicine dedicated the Dr. and Mrs. John C. Mason Sr. and Dr. and Mrs. John C. Mason Jr. classroom at a ceremony held Dec. 9 at its Chicago campus.
The classroom honors alumnus Dr. John Mason Jr., of Danville, Illinois; his father, the late Dr. John Mason Sr.; and his entire family. The Mason family, which includes three generations of doctors who received t more PR
Meet Space Heroes, Support STEM Education at Discovery Center (10)
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, March 15 -- The Space Foundation issued the following news release:
Each April, Yuri's Night parties around the world celebrate the accomplishments of Yuri Gagarin's first manned spaceflight in April 1961.
Yuri's Night Astronauts
Kicking off Space Symposium week in Colorado Springs, the Space Foundation hosts a "party with a purpose," of our own. Space Foundation Yuri's Night takes place the Sunday before the annual Space Symposium. This year on Sunday, April 15, t more PR
Menendez, Booker, Pascrell Announce $550,000 in Federal Grants to Support African American History (10)
PATERSON, New Jersey, March 13 -- The office of Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker and Congressman Bill Pascrell (N.J.-09) announced today that the National Park Service has awarded $500,000 to the City of Paterson through the African American Civil Rights Grant Program. The funds will be used to advance the second phase of facade rehabilitation for historic Hinchliffe Stadium. Additionally, $50,000 was awarded to th more PR
Mexican National Facing Federal Charge Based on Nine-Pound Heroin Seizure in New Mexico (10)
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, March 16 -- The U.S. Attorney for the District of New Mexico issued the following news release:
Roberto Esmerardo Lopez-Gaxiola, 35, a Mexican national, made his initial appearance this morning in federal court in Las Cruces, N.M., on a heroin trafficking charge arising out of the seizure of more than nine pounds of heroin at a U.S. Border Patrol checkpoint in southern New Mexico on March 14, 2018. Lopez-Gaxiola remains in federal custody pending a preliminary hearing a more PR
Michigan Education Department Issues Memo on Michigan ArcGIS Online United States School Competition 2018, Free ArcGIS Education Software (10)
LANSING, Michigan, March 15 -- Brian Whiston, superintendent of the Michigan Department of Education, issued the following memo:
TO: Local and Intermediate School District Superintendents
Public School Academy Directors
FROM: Sheila A. Alles
Chief Deputy Superintendent
SUBJECT: Michigan ArcGIS Online United States School Competition 2018 and Free ArcGIS Education Software
The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) is pleased to announce the ArcGIS Online United States Competition 2018 in w more PR
Michigan Education Department Issues Memo on Section 104e-Assessment of Digital Literacy Pilot Project Grant (10)
LANSING, Michigan, March 15 -- Brian Whiston, superintendent of the Michigan Department of Education, issued the following memo:
TO: Local and Intermediate School District Superintendents
Public School Academy Directors
FROM: Sheila A. Alles
Chief Deputy Superintendent
SUBJECT: Section 104e-Assessment of Digital Literacy Pilot Project Grant
The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) is pleased to announce the availability of the Section 104e-Assessment of Digital Literacy Pilot Project Gra more PR
Michigan Education Department Issues Memo on Top 10 in 10 Education Roadshow - Supporting Top 10 in 10: Challenging Perception; Cultivating Change (10)
LANSING, Michigan, March 15 -- Brian Whiston, superintendent of the Michigan Department of Education, issued the following memo:
TO: Local and Intermediate School District Superintendents
Public School Academy Directors
FROM: Venessa A. Keesler, Ph.D., Deputy Superintendent
Division of Educator, Student, and School Supports (DESSS)
SUBJECT: Top 10 in 10 Education Roadshow - Supporting Top 10 in 10: Challenging Perception; Cultivating Change
The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) will b more PR
Mid Brings Technology Program to Campus for Middle School Girls (10)
HARRISON, Michigan, March 14 -- Mid Michigan Community College issued the following news release:
This summer, Mid Michigan Community College will join Verizon Innovative Learning, the education initiative of the Verizon Foundation, to introduce more girls, especially those in rural parts of the country, to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) skills.
Launched in partnership with the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE), the 2-year program was piloted more PR
MILITARY $16.67 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Benchmark Education (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 15 -- Benchmark Education Co. LLC, New Rochelle, New York, was awarded a $16,670,720 federal contract by the U.S. Department of Defense for the grades K-5 literacy curriculum resources for the military dependent students attending Department of Defense Education Activity schools. more CTR
MILITARY $37.42 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Booz Allen Hamilton (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 16 -- Booz Allen Hamilton Inc., McLean, Virginia, was awarded a $37,418,102 federal contract by the Defense Human Resources for administration support services for the National Language Service Corps of the Defense Language and National Security Education Office. more CTR
MillionPlus Comments on Launch of Subject-Level TEF Consultation (10)
LONDON, England, March 12 -- MillionPlus issued the following statement by Chief Executive Greg Walker commenting on the launch of the subject-level Teaching Excellence and Student Outcomes Framework (TEF) consultation:
"We welcome this important consultation on a new phase of TEF from 2020. The TEF so far has been more a way of benchmarking institutions according to student satisfaction levels, earnings and employment outcomes than an assessment tool for teaching quality itself. There is a wea more PR
MillionPlus Report Calls for a Fresh Approach to Mature Students in Post-18 Education Review (10)
LONDON, England, March 14 -- MillionPlus issued the following news release:
A new report published today (14 March) by MillionPlus, the Association for Modern Universities, calls for a fresh approach to boost flexible opportunities for mature students, following a steep decline in the numbers of those students.
Forgotten Learners: building a system that works for mature students notes that while increased access to university for students from disadvantaged backgrounds is rightly applauded, th more PR
Minister Bruton Announces Consultation on Out of School Education Provision (10)
DUBLIN, Ireland, March 15 -- The Ireland Department of Education and Skills issued the following news release:
The Minister for Education and Skills, Mr. Richard Bruton, T.D., today invited submissions to the Department of Education and Skills on the provision of education for young people (aged 6-16) who have disengaged or are at risk of disengaging from mainstream education.
The Government has set the ambition to make Ireland's education and training service the best in Europe by 2026. Ensu more PR
Minister Bruton Announces Extra Places on Teacher Training Courses (10)
DUBLIN, Ireland, March 14 -- The Ireland Department of Education and Skills issued the following news release:
The Minister for Education and Skills Richard Bruton T.D. today announced, following consultation with the Irish Universities Association, an expansion of the number of places on post primary teacher education courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. The Minister also announced that there will be additional places provided in the priority areas of STEM, Irish and Foreign L more PR
Minister Bruton Welcomes Report on Pay for New Entrants to the Public Service (10)
DUBLIN, Ireland, March 16 -- The Ireland Department of Education and Skills issued the following news release:
The Minister for Education and Skills Richard Bruton T.D., today welcomed the Report from the Minister for Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform Paschal Donohoe T.D., in accordance with Section 11 of the Public Service Pay and Pensions Act 2017. The Report addresses the matter of the pay of new entrants to the public service. This is done in the context of the above statutory framewor more PR
Minister Mitchell O Connor Meets Her Equivalent in Oman and They Discuss Ireland's Technological Universities (10)
DUBLIN, Ireland, March 13 -- The Ireland Department of Education and Skills issued the following news release:
Minister Mitchell O'Connor is currently in the Middle East and has met with Her Excellency Dr. Rawya Saud Al Busaidi in the Department of Higher Education in Oman.
Ireland has over 500 Omani students.
Oman would like to mirror what Ireland has just done by combining their Colleges of Applied Sciences and their technological universities to make institutions that would help the Depart more PR
Minister Mitchell O'Connor Concludes Successful Middle East Trip (10)
DUBLIN, Ireland, March 16 -- The Ireland Department of Education and Skills issued the following news release:
Mary Mitchell O'Connor T.D. Minister of State for Higher Education has concluded a hugely successful St. Patrick's Day trip to the Middle East. She visited Oman and the United Arab Emirates.
The Minister said, "I am truly delighted with how our St Patrick's Day mission went. One of our great strengths as a country is our people and during my time in Oman and the UAE I have met some in more PR
Minn. Rep. Kresha and Chair Nornes Comment on University of Minnesota Student Referendum (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 12 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following statement by state Rep. Ron Kresha (R-Little Falls) and Rep. Bud Nornes (R-Fergus Falls), who chairs the House committee on higher education in light of the University of Minnesota's student referendum regarding discrimination against the state of Israel:
"There is absolutely no place for discrimination anywhere in Minnesota, especially on our college campuses. Given the global movement to boycott, more PR
Minnesotans Respond to Gov. Dayton's 2018 State of State Address (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 15 -- Gov. Mark Dayton, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release:
Governor Mark Dayton delivered his eighth State of the State Address to a joint session of the Minnesota Legislature this evening. After the speech, Minnesotans responded by crediting the Governor for his continued commitment to education, economic growth and jobs, and hardworking taxpayers. Here is what they had to say.
"For the last seven years, Governor Dayton has been a champion for working M more PR
MiraCosta College Celebrates World Autism Awareness Day April 2 (10)
OCEANSIDE, California, March 13 -- MiraCosta College issued the following news:
Renowned autism awareness expert and award-winning author Chantal Sicile-Kira and her autistic son and artist, Jeremy Sicile-Kira, will be the featured guests when MiraCosta College celebrates World Autism Awareness Day April 2 at the Little Theatre on the Oceanside Campus.
"This will be an exciting event that will further awareness of autism throughout the campus community," said Michelle Strauss Ohnstad, Library more PR
Missouri's Mehlville School District's Expands Partnership With Discovery Education to Focus on Creating Engaging STEM Learning Environments (10)
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, March 14 -- Discovery Education, a division of Discovery Communications, issued the following news release:
Missouri's Mehlville School District (MSD) today announced an expansion of its partnership with Discovery Education, the leading provider of digital content and professional development for K-12 classrooms. Through this latest phase of MSD's multi-year collaboration with Discovery Education, the district will create dynamic digital STEM teaching and learning envir more PR
Mobilising Civil Society Leaders Across ASEAN for Greater Regional Integration (10)
JAKARTA, Indonesia, March 14 -- The Association of Southeast Asian Nations issued the following secretariat news:
The ASEAN Foundation in partnership with Temasek Foundation Connects is holding the 3rd S Rajaratnam Endowment (SRE) - ASEAN Community Forum (SRE-ACF) series from 14-15 March in Singapore.
The 3rd SRE-ACF will focus on issues that contribute concretely to ASEAN advancement, and improve the well-being of the ASEAN people, through three specific themes, which are youth and education, more PR
Mongolian Doctor to Address Food Safety in Next BHSU Geek Speak Lecture (10)
SPEARFISH, South Dakota, March 12 -- Black Hills State University issued the following news:
This week's Black Hills State University Geek Speak will feature guest lecturer and BHSU Presidential Fellow, Dr. Jama Khainzan. A public health education professional with extensive experience in nutrition and food safety education, Khainzan has used her expertise to develop policies and programs in Mongolia and internationally.
In her Geek Speak, "The Global Commons: Food Safety Concerns," Khainzan more PR
Montgomery College Issues Statement on FY 2019 Operating Budget Recommendation (10)
ROCKVILLE, Maryland, March 15 -- Montgomery College issued the following statement by President DeRionne P. Pollard on County Executive Isiah Leggett's budget recommendation for the college:
"Today is bittersweet for me and for Montgomery College. While I appreciate Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett's recommendations for the College's FY19 operating budget, which includes $2 million in new county funds over last year, this is the last time we will work with our friend, partner, and cons more PR
More Than 100 Employers Expected at March 21 Job Fair (10)
FAYETTEVILLE, North Carolina, March 12 -- Cumberland County issued the following news release:
The annual Cumberland County Department of Social Services March to Work Job Fair is March 21 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Crown Expo Center, 1960 Coliseum Dr. This year's event is expected to draw more than 100 employers and thousands of job seekers.
Job seekers will have the opportunity to meet employers, hand out their resumes and apply for jobs. They are advised to dress professionally; bring ple more PR
Most Working-Age SNAP Participants Work, But Often in Unstable Jobs (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The Center on Budget & Policy Priorities issued the following news release:
SNAP (formerly known as the Food Stamp Program) helps millions of Americans put food on the table each month. While two-thirds of participants are children, elderly, and people with disabilities, who are not expected to work, SNAP also helps workers, both to supplement low wages and support them when they are between jobs.
Millions of workers are in jobs that provide low pay, can have shifting s more PR
Mount Sinai, Hudson Yards Announce One-Of-Kind Health Care Service Portfolio at Hudson Yards (10)
NEW YORK, March 12 -- Mount Sinai Hospital issued the following news release:
Hudson Yards today announced a partnership with Mount Sinai Health System, and the creation of a 18,000 square foot state-of-the-art health center on the second floor of 55 Hudson Yards that will provide comprehensive, convenient and exclusive care to all Hudson Yards employees, residents and their families. Scheduled to begin operations in early 2019, the center will provide a complete health care experience delivere more PR
Mount Union to Host Nursing Conference for Continuing Education (10)
ALLIANCE, Ohio, March 14 -- University of Mount Union issued the following news release:
The Inter-Science Research Club at the University of Mount Union will host a conference on Friday, April 6 tailored to nurses seeking continuing education.
The conference, titled "Internal Conflict: Our Current Understanding of Autoimmune Disease," will feature discussions from five professionals with backgrounds in science, emergency medicine, nutrition and nursing law.
Keith Miller, Ph.D., assistant pr more PR
Mt Aloysius Holds Radiology/XRAY Open House at Penn Highlands Healthcare Dubois (10)
CRESSON, Pennsylvania, March 13 -- Mount Aloysius College issued the following news:
The Mount Aloysius College Office of Graduate and Continuing Education will host an Open House for prospective students interested in learning more about the Radiography/Xray Associate's Degree program. The evening event will take place on Tuesday, March 20th at 6:00 p.m. at Penn Highlands Healthcare, Dubois campus.
The Mount Aloysius Radiography/Xray Open House is an ideal opportunity to learn more about the more PR
MU Donors Give More Than $13.7 Million on Mizzou Giving Day, Surpassing Last Year's Total By $5 Million (10)
COLUMBIA, Missouri, March 15 -- The University of Missouri issued the following news release:
University of Missouri Office of Advancement officials announced today that the annual Mizzou Giving Day raised more than $13.7 million--surpassing last year's total by more than $5 million. Mizzou Giving Day, which was celebrated during the 24-hour period from 12 p.m. Wednesday, March 14, to 12 p.m. Thursday, March 15, was the university's second daylong campaign to raise support from MU alumni and fr more PR
Music to Our Ears: A&M-Corpus Christi Will Host First Ever Piano Celebration Week (10)
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, March 13 -- Texas A&M University's Corpus Christi campus issued the following news release:
Music inspires. Music excites. Music brings cultures and communities together. Music is food for the soul. It is for these reasons that Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi piano faculty, in collaboration with local and state music partners, will host the first ever Piano Celebration Week festival at the Island University from Tuesday, March 20, through Monday, March 26.
"We are th more PR
N.Y. Director of Budget Comments on Need for Fair and Equitable School Funding (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 11 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement by Director of the Budget Robert Mujica on the need for fair and equitable school funding:
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The education of our children is one of government's top priorities--every politician will say as much in every speech. Despite the rhetoric, it is amazing how uneducated our policy discussion continues to be on this vital issue. The State budget will be decided in several weeks. The Governor's budget advanc more PR
N.Y. Education Commissioner Elia Issues Open Letter to N.Y. Gov. Cuomo (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 15 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following letter to New York Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo:
Thank you for your letter. I stand with you in support of New York's students who express themselves through free speech as I indicated yesterday commending these students for bold leadership.
I have discussed with school district superintendents, board members, teachers and others the importance of learning from this tragedy by engaging our students in an importa more PR
NACAC Urges President Trump, Congress to Take Meaningful Steps to Address Gun Violence in Schools (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 16 -- The National Association for College Admission Counseling issued the following news release:
Responding to the unprecedented wave of student activism in the wake of recent school shootings, the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) today joined the urgent call for Congress and President Trump to take action on school violence.
Last month's deadly shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, was just the latest e more PR
NACAC Urges President Trump, Congress to Take Meaningful Steps to Address Gun Violence in Schools (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 16 -- The National Association for College Admission Counseling issued the following news:
Responding to the unprecedented wave of student activism in the wake of recent school shootings, the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) today joined the urgent call for Congress and President Trump to take action on school violence.
Last month's deadly shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, was just the latest example o more PR
NAfME Member Debbie Cleveland Receives 2018 BHS/NAfME Music Educator of the Year Award (10)
RESTON, Virginia, March 14 -- The National Association for Music Education issued the following news release:
The Barbershop Harmony Society (BHS) and National Association for Music Education (NAfME) has honored NAfME member Debbie Cleveland of Gaither High School in Tampa, Florida, with the 2018 BHS/NAfME Music Educator of the Year Award, in recognition of her excellence in teaching, performance, and lifelong impact on young singers. The award was presented to Ms. Cleveland in January during t more PR
NAFSA Recognizes Eight U.S. Higher Education Institutions for Excellence in Campus Internationalization (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The NAFSA - Association of International Educators issued the following news release:
Washington, March 13, 2018 - NAFSA is pleased to announce eight exemplary U.S. universities and colleges as recipients of the 2018 Senator Paul Simon Award for Campus Internationalization. Named after the late Senator Paul Simon of Illinois, the NAFSA Simon Awards recognize outstanding innovation and accomplishment in campus internationalization. The award is separated into two categori more PR
NASA Competition to Be Held at Tribal College and University Student Conference (10)
HOUSTON, Texas, March 13 -- NASA's Johnson Space Center issued the following news release:
Thirty students representing six Native American colleges from around the nation have been selected to compete in a NASA Mars Rover competition at the American Indian Higher Education Consortium (AIHEC) student meeting, March 11-14, 2018.
This four-day Tribal Colleges and Universities event at Bismarck Event Center, North Dakota, will offer students the opportunity to interact with NASA engineers and oth more PR
National Academies Review of the Draft Fourth National Climate Assessment and Second State of the Carbon Cycle Report (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine issued the following news release:
The U.S. Global Change Research Program (USGCRP) asked the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to review the draft Fourth National Climate Assessment (NCA4) - a congressionally mandated report that evaluates the state of climate science and the broad range of impacts of climate change in the United States every four years - and the draft Second State of t more PR
National K-12 Survey Reveals Cyber Security, Broadband Capacity and Budget Resources Are Top of Mind for School Tech Leaders (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The Consortium for School Networking issued the following news release:
CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) today released the findings from its 2018 K-12 IT Leadership Survey Report. The results show that school leaders place a high priority on cyber security and broadband / network capacity. Also, continuing the trend of previous years, budget constraints remain a top challenge for school technology leaders.
The annual national survey provides the education c more PR
National Nursing Association Opens 2019 Call for Abstracts (10)
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 12 -- The National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists issued the following news release:
Today the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS) announced the call for abstracts for its 2019 annual conference: A Catalyst for Practice Change: The CNS. Due to the number of high-quality abstracts submitted in recent years, conference planners have been able to enhance the program to accept more opportunities for clinical nurse specialists (CNSs more PR
National PTA Honors Representative Mark DeSaulnier and Senator Thom Tillis for Being a Voice for Children and Education (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 13 -- The National Parent Teacher Association issued the following news release:
National PTA is pleased to recognize Representative Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA) and Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) with the 2018 Congressional Voice for Children Award. The award honors outstanding leadership and commitment as an advocate of change for children and education. Representative DeSaulnier and Senator Tillis will be presented with the award during the 2018 National PTA Legislative Con more PR
National Rankings for Nursing, Homeland Security, Psych & MBA (10)
SAN ANGELO, Texas, March 15 -- Texas Tech University's Angelo State University issued the following news release:
Angelo State University has been ranked among the nation's best colleges for nursing and homeland security degrees, and ASU's online master's degree programs in business administration and applied psychology have each been nationally ranked for quality and affordability.
The MatchCollege.com higher education resource guide has ranked ASU among the nation's 35 "Best 4-Year Nursing S more PR
National Science Teachers Association Announces Recipients of Its 2018 Teacher Awards Program (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 13 -- The National Science Teachers Association issued the following news release:
The National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) announced the winners of the 2018 NSTA Teacher Awards program, which honors K-12 teachers, principals, professors and other science education professionals for their outstanding work and achievement in science education. The awards will be presented at a special banquet and ceremony on Friday, March 16, 2018, at the NSTA National Conferen more PR
Native American Awareness Week is March 13-16 (10)
LEWISTON, Idaho, March 12 -- Lewis-Clark State College issued the following news release:
A Native American alumni panel from Lewis-Clark State College will discuss honoring the college's 125 years of existence as part of the 31st annual Native American Awareness Week March 12-16.
The college is celebrating its 125th anniversary and has a number of events planned throughout the year. The panel discussion on honoring LCSC's 125 years will be held on March 14 at 1:30-2:45 p.m. in the Williams Co more PR
NAU Presents 2018-19 Tuition Proposal, Maintains Pledge Program (10)
FLAGSTAFF, Arizona, March 16 -- Northern Arizona University issued the following news:
Northern Arizona University will enter into its second decade of the Pledge guaranteed tuition program. "NAU is mindful of the costs for students and families and is focused on continuing to provide high-quality education for all Arizonans, preparing graduates with the skills they need to enter high-demand fields and contribute to the state's workforce," said NAU President Rita Cheng. "I remain committed to t more PR
NAU Student Lauren L'Ecuyer Appointed to Arizona Board of Regents (10)
FLAGSTAFF, Arizona, March 15 -- Northern Arizona University issued the following news:
On March 13, Gov. Doug Ducey appointed Northern Arizona University student Lauren L'Ecuyer to the Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR) as the new student regent, pending approval by the Arizona State Senate.
As student regent, L'Ecuyer will aid in governing Arizona's three public universities, attend ABOR meetings and represent perspectives of more than 180,000 Arizona university students to the board.
After spe more PR
NCC Announces Spring Commencement Speakers (10)
ROCKY MOUNT, North Carolina, March 15 -- Nash Community College issued the following news release:
Nash Community College students, faculty and staff are preparing for spring commencement exercises which will be held Thursday, May 10 and Friday, May 11, 2018. Students will be recognized for completion of degrees, diplomas and/or certificates at the College's fiftieth graduation ceremony.
James Fletcher "Jim" Goodmon will deliver the curriculum commencement address. In over 40 years that CEO an more PR
NCC Electrical Programs Ranked #1 in the Nation (10)
SHELDON, Iowa, March 16 -- Northwest Iowa Community College issued the following news release:
Northwest Iowa Community College's Electrical Programs have been selected as the best Electrical Programs in the United States by Schools.com. In their study NCC ranked No.1 out of 198 total schools offering electrical degrees across the nation. Out of all those schools, they only featured the top 10 on their website.
Brad Bennion, Schools.com Editor, stated, "Based on our analysis of several metrics more PR
NCC Selected as Resource College for Employability Project (10)
ROCKY MOUNT, North Carolina, March 13 -- Nash Community College issued the following news release:
Nash Community College (NCC) has been selected by the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) to serve as the Resource College for the Employability Skills Alignment Project. NCCCS has initiated the Employability Skills Alignment Project to establish a collaborative effort to leverage resources across academic areas and develop a unified response to the identified need for effective "soft more PR
NCD Applauds Legislation Intended to Address NCD's "Not on the Radar" Report on Campus Sexual Assault (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The National Council on Disability issued the following news release:
The National Council on Disability (NCD) - a nonpartisan, independent federal advisory body - applauds the introduction of the Safe Equitable Campus Resources and Education (SECuRE) Act, bicameral legislation intended to address many of the systemic failures brought to light in NCD's recent report, Not on the Radar: Sexual Assault of College Students with Disabilities (https://ncd.gov/publications/2018 more PR
NCEA 2018 President's Awards Recipients Announced (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 14 -- The National Catholic Educational Association issued the following news release:
The National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) announces the winners of the annual President's Awards to five individuals and organizations that have contributed significantly to Catholic education. This year a sixth honor for special recognition has been added. The President's Awards are given in the names of past NCEA presidents to honorees who model the characteristics that more PR
NCEA Celebrates Women Religious During National Catholic Sisters Week (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 14 -- The National Catholic Educational Association issued the following news release:
The National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) celebrates National Catholic Sisters Week (NCSW) and recognizes the integral part Catholic sisters play around the world with their unwavering spirituality and strong ministries.
"The shoulders upon whom we stand in Catholic education are those of the amazing religious sisters who through their faith, character, leadership and se more PR
NCR Corporation Commits $1 Million to Westside Future Fund to Support of Cradle-to-Career Education Strategy (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, March 16 -- NCR, a consumer transactions technologies company, issued the following news release:
Westside Future Fund (WFF) is proud to announce that Atlanta-based NCR Corporation (NCR) is WFF's newest partner in the revitalization of Atlanta's Historic Westside.
NCR, a global technology company, has pledged $1 million toward funding education initiatives at Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy, the STEM-based, pre-K-8 school that opened on the Westside in 2016. NCR's commit more PR
NEA Big Read Program Kicks Off at MSU (10)
EAST LANSING, Michigan, March 14 -- Michigan State University issued the following news release:
The National Endowment for the Arts, or NEA, Big Read kicks off its month-long programming in the mid-Michigan area at 7 p.m. on Thursday in the Green Room of Michigan State University's Main Library with a screening of "What Happens to a Dream Deferred."
This short film highlights a day in the life of two Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA, recipients, Jose Badillo-Carlos and Osvaldo more PR
Nearly $900k Raised for HBCUs at 2018 UNCF National 'A Mind Is...' Gala (10)
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The United Negro College Fund issued the following news release:
Close to $900,000 was raised at the recent UNCF "A Mind Is..." Gala honoring game-changing HBCU alumnus and White House correspondent April Ryan, Tony Award-winning director Kenny Leon and UNCF campaign contributor Oracle Corporation. More than 900 business, civic and education leaders attending the March 8 event. UNCF member-institution presidents, along with UNCF president and CEO Dr. Michael L. Lomax also more PR
NEH for All Highlights Impact of Humanities Projects Across United States (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Association of Research Libraries issued the following news:
In conjunction with Humanities Advocacy Day 2018, the National Humanities Alliance has refreshed the NEH for All website demonstrating the impact of the National Endowment for Humanities (NEH) across the United States. The NEH for All site features more than 100 projects that promote excellence in education and research, protect cultural heritage, provide lifelong learning opportunities, and strengthen loca more PR
New 4-year Credential Helps Students, Addresses Teacher Shortage (10)
ARCATA, California, March 14 -- Humboldt State University issued the following news:
A new, streamlined teaching credential program will help Humboldt State students earn a degree more quickly, and aims to address a teacher shortage affecting local communities.
The redesigned Liberal Studies/Elementary Education (LSEE) program is based on current standards, research, and practice in teacher education, and is closely aligned with HSU's strategic plan and the School of Education's mission to de more PR
New Action to Improve Outcomes for Children With Additional Needs (10)
LONDON, England, March 15 -- The British Department for Education issued the following news release:
Steps to transform education for children with additional needs and ambitious plans to improve the experiences of children in alternative provision have been announced today by Education Secretary Damian Hinds.
Evidence shows children educated in alternative provision, school settings for children who face challenges in mainstream school, are less likely to achieve good GCSE grades and are less more PR
New County Health Rankings Show Differences in Health and Opportunity by Place and Race (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation issued the following news release:
For nearly a decade, the County Health Rankings have shown that where we live makes a difference in how well and how long we live. This year, our analysis shows that meaningful health gaps persist not only by place but also by race and ethnicity. These health gaps are largely influenced by differences in opportunities that disproportionately affect people of color, such as access to quality education, more PR
New DHL Logistics Training Program Will Drive CPS High School Students to Future Success (10)
CINCINNATI, Ohio, March 16 -- Cincinnati Public Schools issued the following news release:
Cincinnati Public Schools students from Oyler School and Dater High School are on the road to a career in logistics as part of a new career pathway program the District launched with DHL, United Way, Supply Chain OKI, Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, PNC Bank, and Cincinnati Works. The initiative is designed to provide high school students with a comprehensive training program in logistic more PR
New Education Resources From WPT Help Students Explore the Histories of Neenah and Menasha (10)
MADISON, Wisconsin, March 16 -- Wisconsin Public Television issued the following news release:
Wisconsin Public Television announces a collection of free resources for educators inspired by the Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Neenah-Menasha project. These new local history resources were created in partnership with Neenah and Menasha educators, historical societies and community members.
This robust collection of resources for grades 3-12 includes:
* Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Neenah-Menasha, Gr more PR
New Government Action to Create Stronger, More Integrated Britain (10)
LONDON, England, March 14 -- The British Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government issued the following news release:
Integrated Communities Strategy to tackle the root causes of poor integration and create a stronger, more united Britain.
Communities Secretary Sajid Javid today (14 March 2018) set out an ambitious long-term plan of action to tackle the root causes of poor integration and create a stronger, more united Britain.
The Integrated Communities Strategy green paper, to w more PR
New Home for Sports Medicine and Exercise Science Opens at UBC (10)
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 15 -- The University of British Columbia issued the following news release:
Exploring the benefits of exercise, improving athletic performance and treating sports-related injuries will be the focus of a new building that officially opens today at the University of British Columbia.
The Chan Gunn Pavilion, a new facility for the UBC faculty of medicine, will house physicians and physical therapists who treat about 3,500 patients a month. It will also be used more PR
New Jersey Department of Agriculture Highlights Farm to Preschool Program (10)
ASBURY PARK, New Jersey, March 16 -- The New Jersey Department of Agriculture issued the following news release:
New Jersey Department of Agriculture Division of Food and Nutrition Director Rose Tricario along with USDA, state, county and local officials visited Alphabets Preschool Center today to highlight its Farm to Preschool program.
"Farm to School encourages children at even young ages to explore the many kinds of fruits and vegetables that are available," Director Tricario said. "The so more PR
New Major Grant Helps Loyola Institute for Ministry Further Sustainable Development Efforts in Africa (10)
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, March 13 -- Loyola University issued the following news release:
A $600,000 grant from the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation will allow the Loyola Institute for Ministry to continue partnering with Catholic sisters in Africa to advance an ambitious sustainable development agenda established by the United Nations.
U.N. member countries adopted 17 goals in an agenda "to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all" by 2030. "The U.N. Sustainable Development Go more PR
New NEA National Survey: Educators Overwhelmingly Reject Proposals to Arm Teachers (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The National Education Association issued the following news release:
Educators overwhelmingly reject proposals to arm teachers and other school personnel, according to a new poll commissioned by the National Education Association. NEA members support a range of commonsense solutions to address the issue of school shootings in the United States, but arming teachers is not one of them. NEA surveyed 1000 members nationwide from March 1 - 5, 2018.
The new NEA national memb more PR
New Rectors Announced for U.S. Jesuit Theology Centers in Boston and Berkeley, California (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Society of Jesus issued the following news release:
Father Arturo Sosa, SJ, Superior General of the Society of Jesus, has named new rectors for the two Jesuit theology centers in the United States.
Fr. Michael Boughton, SJ, will serve as rector of the Faber Jesuit Community at the Boston College School of Theology and Ministry (BCSTM), while Fr. Martin Connell, SJ, will serve as rector of the Jesuit Community at the Jesuit School of Theology (JST) of Santa Clara Uni more PR
New Report Examines Experiences of Medical Students and Physicians With Disabilities (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Association of American Medical Colleges issued the following news release:
Today the AAMC (Association of American Medical Colleges) and the University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine (UCSF) released a first-of-its-kind publication that explores the current state of medical education for medical students and physicians with disabilities. Accessibility, Inclusion, and Action in Medical Education: Lived Experiences of Learners and Physicians With Disa more PR
New Report Lifts Voices of Borrowers Trapped in Poverty by Draconian Student Loan Collection Tactic (10)
BOSTON, Massachusetts, March 15 -- The National Consumer Law Center issued the following news release:
Today, the National Consumer Law Center (NCLC) released Voices of Despair: Student Borrowers Trapped in Poverty When Government Seizes Their Earned Income Tax Credit. The report compiles stories from borrowers recounting the hardship caused by the federal government's seizure of their Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC) because of a defaulted student loan.
In January 2018, NCLC asked student loa more PR
New Student Regent Appointed by Governor Ducey (10)
PHOENIX, Arizona, March 13 -- The Arizona Board of Regents issued the following news release:
The Arizona Board of Regents welcomes Lauren L'Ecuyer as the new student regent on the board pending approval by the Arizona State Senate. L'Ecuyer was appointed to the board by Gov. Doug Ducey and is an undergraduate student at Northern Arizona University. L'Ecuyer will begin serving her two-year term on July 1, 2018, when Student Regent Vianney Careaga concludes his term.
"I look forward to welcomin more PR
New UCLA Center Aims to Build Paths to Success for Foster Youth, Families (10)
LOS ANGELES, California, March 13 -- The University of California campus issued the following news release:
A new center at UCLA will address the needs of children who are disconnected from traditional paths to success, with a particular focus on youth in foster care. The UCLA Pritzker Center for Strengthening Children and Families, which opened in March, is a collaborative hub for research, prevention and intervention efforts that will work to strengthen families and help children avoid enteri more PR
New Worlds of Training Open for Selkirk College Graduates (10)
CASTLEGAR, British Columbia, March 13 -- Selkirk College issued the following news release:
Opportunity to build skills and experience through international internships is now available to recent Selkirk College graduates who can apply to take part in a multitude of options in countries such as Kenya, Jamaica, Guatemala and Rwanda.
Eight international internships available to Selkirk College graduates place focus on preparing Canadians to become truly engaged global citizens.
Funded by Global more PR
New York Farm Bureau Foundation Receives $7,000 Donation From Angry Orchard (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 13 -- The New York Farm Bureau issued the following news release:
New York Farm Bureau's Foundation for Agricultural Education received a generous $7,000 donation from popular cidery, Angry Orchard, to support its educational efforts in and out of the classroom. Many of the company's employees presented a check to the Foundation's Managing Director, Sandra Prokop, at their orchard location in Walden, New York.
The money raised was part of a fundraiser by more than 20 An more PR
New York State Bar Association Presents Continuing Legal Education Regarding Automated Vehicles, The Future of Mediation (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 13 -- New York State Bar Association issued the following news release:
Two upcoming New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events will examine emerging areas of interest to lawyers - the legal issues surrounding autonomous vehicles and the future of mediation.
On Wednesday March 14, NYSBA CLE presents: "Autonomous & Connected Vehicles: Evidentiary Issues Around the Corner." The event will look at the legal issues pertaining to automated more PR
NHCSL Mourns Passing of Baltasar Corrada Del Rio (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators issued the following news release:
The National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators (NHCSL) today expressed its condolences to the family and friends of former Puerto Rico Congressman, Secretary of State, Puerto Rico Supreme Court Justice, and Mayor of San Juan, Baltasar Corrada del Rio. Among his many achievements, Corrada del Rio was one of the original co-founders of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) and later t more PR
NMSU Online Public Health Masters Program Named Among Best in the Nation (10)
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, March 15 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news:
New Mexico State University has been named as having one of the best online Masters of Public Health degree program in the nation by Top Masters in Public Health Degrees, a national rankings website.
The program was ranked 16th out of 50 in the U.S. According to Laura Kilmartin, the online relations specialist for the website, the ranking considered tuition, student to faculty ratio, and national recogni more PR
No End in Sight to Seven Years of War in Syria: Children With Disabilities at Risk of Exclusion (10)
NEW YORK, March 12 -- The U.S. Fund for UNICEF issued the following news release:
With no end in sight to the war in Syria, children with disabilities risk being excluded and forgotten.
The conflict in Syria continued unabated through 2017, killing the highest ever number of children - 50 percent more than in 2016. In the first two months of 2018 alone, 1,000 children were reportedly killed or injured in intensifying violence. Conflict is now the leading cause of death among adolescents in the more PR
North Carolina's January Employment Figures Released (10)
RALEIGH, North Carolina, March 12 -- The North Carolina Department of Commerce issued the following news release:
The state's seasonally adjusted January unemployment rate was 4.5 percent, remaining unchanged from December's revised rate. The national rate remained unchanged at 4.1 percent..
North Carolina's January 2018 unemployment rate decreased 0.4 of a percentage point from a year ago. The number of people employed increased 3,505 over the month to 4,747,769 and increased 85,879 over the more PR
Northrop Grumman Foundation Congratulates Top 28 Teams Advancing to CyberPatriot National Finals Competition This April in Baltimore (10)
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, March 14 -- Northrop Grumman issued the following news release:
The Northrop Grumman Foundation, presenting sponsor for the Air Force Association's (AFA) CyberPatriot X competition, is proud to congratulate the top 25 high school and three middle school teams advancing to the national finals competition, April 16-18, in Baltimore, Maryland.
CyberPatriot, established by AFA, is the National Youth Cyber Education Program that's inspiring students toward careers in cyberse more PR
Northwestern CERT Program to Enhance Emergency Preparedness Offers New Training (10)
EVANSTON, Illinois, March 15 -- Northwestern University issued the following news:
Now in its fifth year, Northwestern University's program to bolster emergency preparedness and local security with the help of community volunteers continues to expand its ranks and is offering new training sessions in April.
The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program for volunteers working at Northwestern and in Evanston is designed to enhance its commitment to the safety of its students, faculty, sta more PR
Northwestern Student Honored as 2018 Newman Civic Fellow (10)
ALVA, Oklahoma, March 14 -- Northwestern Oklahoma State University issued the following news release:
Campus Compact, a Boston-based non-profit organization working to advance the public purposes of higher education, has announced the 268 students who will make up the organization's 2018 cohort of Newman Civic Fellows, including Northwestern Oklahoma State University's own Riley Pearce.
Pearce, a senior political science major, from Enid is an active member of the university's Honors Program, more PR
Northwoods Middle Receives $20,000 Grant From Project Lead Way (10)
CHARLESTON, South Carolina, March 16 -- Charleston County School District issued the following news:
Northwoods Middle School (NMS) is excited to announce it has earned a $20,000 grant from Project Lead The Way (PLTW), which will allow students to have more access to computer science courses. In turn, that will give scholars at NMS an advantage in their education and future careers.
This opportunity is made possible through a partnership between Verizon and PLTW. PLTW is a nonprofit organizati more PR
NSAA Honors Chancellor Kristensen With Distinguished Service Award (10)
KEARNEY, Nebraska, March 11 -- The University of Nebraska-Kearney issued the following news:
University of Nebraska at Kearney Chancellor Doug Kristensen has been recognized by the Nebraska School Activities Association with one of its most prestigious awards.
He was given the NSAA's Distinguished Service Award at Saturday's state basketball tournament in Lincoln for his overall contributions to high school activities and service to the NSAA.
The NSAA noted Kristensen's longtime support of it more PR
NSTA Position Statement Gives Recommendations for Transition in K-12 Science Education (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 12 -- The National Science Teachers Association issued the following statement by NSTA President David Crowther:
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The National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) has released a position statement supporting the transition in K-12 science teaching and learning based on important recommendations made by the National Research Council in its Framework for K-12 Science Education (Framework) to strengthen K-12 science education.
"Nearly two-thirds of U.S. students n more PR
NY AG Schneiderman, CO AG Coffman Lead Bipartisan Coalition of 30 AGs Urging Congress to Reject Legislation That Would Block State Oversight of Student Loan Servicing Industry (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 15 -- New York Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman issued the following news release:
New York Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman and Colorado Attorney General Cynthia H. Coffman today led a bipartisan coalition of 30 Attorneys General in a letter urging Congress to reject legislation that would block states from preventing and combatting fraud and abuse by the student loan industry.
"Gutting state-level protections for students would be disastrous - putting the fi more PR
NYC Group Volunteers at Bowery, Hears About Large Mammals in Metro Area (10)
CLINTON, New York, March 15 -- Hamilton College issued the following news:
The Hamilton in NYC program recently heard from Chris Nagy, director of research and education at Mianus River Gorge Preserve - an independent, not-for-profit organization which works to preserve the Mianus River watershed and undertakes scientific research and public education throughout the region.
His talk was titled "Large mammals in the NY metro area" and he discussed his research on the management of deer and the more PR
NYS Teacher of Year Albrecht, '93, to Visit #Bonas March 21-22 (10)
ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, March 16 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release:
New York State's Teacher of the Year is coming home.
Christopher Albrecht, St. Bonaventure University class of 1993, will visit his alma mater March 21 and 22 to meet with education classes and student teachers, visit Portville and Eastview elementary schools where he taught as a student 25 years ago, and reconnect with the Franciscans who helped shape his life.
"I am thankful for the educatio more PR
NYSUT Calls for Investigation Into High School Coaches' Suspension (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 12 -- The New York State United Teachers issued the following news release:
New York State United Teachers is calling for an investigation into the suspension of two lower Hudson Valley basketball coaches whose teams played in a charity game to support an organization that helps LGBTQ students, and questioned whether discrimination and homophobia were behind the disciplinary action.
In a letter to the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (PDF), NYSUT P more PR
NYSUT Endorses Pro-Education Candidates in April 24 Special Election, June Primary (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 12 -- The New York State United Teachers issued the following news release:
New York State United Teachers today endorsed three strong supporters of public education for state Assembly in the April 24 special elections and threw its backing behind incumbent U.S. Rep. Joe Crowley for Congress based on his career-long support of working people.
The NYSUT Board of Directors endorsed Cindy Doran, a retired Troy High School teacher and Rensselaer County legislator, for the v more PR
ODU Student-Veterans to Host 5k on April 21 to Promote College Following Service (10)
COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 14 -- Ohio Dominican University issued the following news:
Ohio Dominican University's student-veteran association, Sua Sponte, will host a 5k on April 21 to inspire servicemen and servicewomen to advance their education following their military service. The race will begin at 10 a.m. in front of Erskine Hall, located on ODU's campus at 1215 Sunbury Road, Columbus, 43219.
Participants can sign up for the 5k by clicking here. Race packets will be available to be picked up more PR
OECD PISA Report on Academic Performance, Well-Being of Students With Immigrant Background Launches Monday 19 March 2018 (10)
PARIS, France, March 13 -- The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development issued the following news release:
Migration flows are profoundly changing the composition of classrooms. Analyses of PISA data reveal that in 2015, almost one in four 15-year-old students in OECD countries were either foreign-born or had at least one foreign-born parent.
A new OECD report analyses how students with an immigrant background perform at school academically, socially and emotionally across countr more PR
Online Programs at Cumberlands Ranked Second in State (10)
WILLIAMSBURG, Kentucky, March 12 -- The University of the Cumberlands issued the following news release:
Two online programs at University of the Cumberlands (UC) were recently ranked second in the state of Kentucky.
Cumberlands' Online Doctorate in Educational Leadership program and Online Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice program were reviewed and ranked by two independent organizations. The programs were compared to others across the country and ranked based on quality of programs, aver more PR
Only Half of Americans Feel Knowledgeable About Health Savings Accounts (10)
WINDSOR, Connecticut, March 13 -- LIMRA issued the following news release:
A new joint report by the LIMRA Secure Retirement Institute and Insured Retirement Institute (IRI) and finds only 51 percent of Americans believe they are knowledgeable about Health Savings Accounts (HSAs).
The study surveyed consumers, financial advisors, asset managers, and employers to get a complete understanding of the HSA market and how this product is being used. The survey results indicate there is much to be do more PR
OPIC Seeks Gender Lens Investment Training, Analysis (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Overseas Private Investment Corporation has issued a solicitation (OPIC-18-R-0011) for gender lens investment training.
Response Date: March 21, 2018; Set Aside: Small Business; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 523 - Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities/523999 - Miscellaneous Financial Investment Activities; For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=74d28 more CTR
OSU to Hold Ceremony on March 15 to Launch Construction for New Marine Studies Building (10)
NEWPORT, Oregon, March 13 -- Oregon State University issued the following news:
Oregon State University will hold a ceremony on Thursday, March 15, to launch the construction of its new Marine Studies Building at OSU's Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport.
The ceremony, which is open to the public, will begin at 3:30 p.m. near the construction site along Marine Science Boulevard, west of the Guin Library at Hatfield. The center is located just southeast of the Highway 101 bridge over Yaqu more PR
Otero Junior College Awarded Grant to Provide Scholarships for Non-Traditional Students (10)
LA JUNTA, Colorado, March 13 -- Otero Junior College issued the following news release:
Otero Junior College announced today that it has received a $25,000 grant from the Daniels Fund to provide Boundless Opportunity Scholarships to non-traditional students. These need-based scholarships are available to students age 23 or older who plan to enroll on a full-time basis for Fall Semester 2018. The deadline to apply for this scholarship is April 2, 2018.
The Boundless Opportunity Scholarship is d more PR
Outstanding Faculty to Receive Rainmaker Awards for Research and Creative Activity (10)
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, March 12 -- Louisiana State University issued the following news release:
Six faculty members who are leaders in their fields will receive the Rainmaker Award for Research and Creative Activity from the LSU Office of Research & Economic Development, or ORED. Rainmakers are faculty members who balance their teaching and research responsibilities while extending the impact of their work to the world beyond academia.
"I want to recognize the talent and hard work of LSU's i more PR
Panamanian Teachers Say 'adios' to Stockton (10)
GALLOWAY, New Jersey, March 14 -- Richard Stockton College issued the following news:
The 21 teachers from the Panama Bilingue Initiative said adios to Stockton at a farewell luncheon that included gifts and a photo gallery of their eight-week stay.
"When we talked about their experiences, three words kept coming up - family, fantastic and efficient," said India Karavackas, director of Stockton's Office of Global Engagement. She praised translator Yibin Feng for being available 24/7 to assist more PR
Pascrell, Menendez Visit Passaic Redevelopment Site to Discuss Return of Local Economic Growth, Job Creation (10)
PASSAIC, New Jersey, March 16 -- Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr., D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
Today, U.S. Rep. Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ-09) and U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) toured the ongoing revitalization of the historic People's Bank Building, the tallest tower in the City of Passaic, to highlight necessary federal programs that have successfully spurred local economic growth and job creation in underserved communities. The site, located in downtown Passaic, is viewed as the more PR
Pascrell, Menendez, Booker Announce $550,000 in Federal Grants to Support African American History (10)
PATERSON, New Jersey, March 12 -- Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr., D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
U.S. Rep. Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ-09) and Sens. Robert Menendez (D-NJ) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) announced today that the National Park Service has awarded $500,000 to the City of Paterson through the African American Civil Rights Grant Program. The funds will be used to advance the second phase of facade rehabilitation for historic Hinchliffe Stadium. Additionally, $50,000 was awarded to th more PR
PATA Explores the SDGs in the Context of Youth and Tourism in the Asia Pacific (10)
BANGKOK, Thailand, March 16 -- The Pacific Asia Travel Association issued the following news release:
University students along with representatives from the travel and tourism industry came together at the Asia-Pacific Youth and Sustainable Tourism Workshop to examine how the industry can help in achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The Asia-Pacific Youth and Sustainable Tourism Workshop, organised by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and supported by the Global Pea more PR
Patrick P. Lee Gives $4 Million to Leading Organizations in Son's Memory (10)
BUFFALO, New York, March 15 -- The Roswell Park Cancer Institute issued the following news release:
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and Canisius College announced today that Patrick P. Lee has made personal gifts to each organization totaling $4 million. Two million dollars will establish an endowed chair to support Roswell Park's Palliative and Supportive Care program and $2 million will create a scholarship fund at Canisius College. The gifts were made in memory of Lee's late son, Pa more PR
Pearson and EdTech Company Labster Partner to Make Gamified Learning Accessible to Millions of High School Students Across the Country (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, March 15 -- Pearson Education issued the following news release:
Today at the 2018 National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) Conference, Pearson and Labster announced their partnership that will empower high school students by providing access to Labster's award winning, game-based virtual simulations. The partnership comes in tandem with the release of the newest edition of Pearson's Miller & Levine Biology textbook, and the simulations are set to be rolled out to millions more PR
Penn State Professor to Join Dalai Lama in Panel Discussion (10)
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, March 12 -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following news release:
Robert Roeser, Bennett Pierce Professor of Caring and Compassion and professor of human development and family studies at Penn State, will take part in a panel discussion with the Dalai Lama on March 15 at the Main Tibetan Temple in Dharamsala, India.
Roeser and the Dalai Lama will participate in a panel discussion titled "Ethics and Compassion in Education Research" as part of the Dhara more PR
Penn Vet Student Awarded Merck Animal Health Poultry Scholarship (10)
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 15 -- The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine issued the following news release:
Through a partnership with the American Association of Avian Pathologists Foundation (AAAP Foundation) and Merck Animal Health, third-year Penn Vet student Linnea Tracy has been awarded one of ten scholarships presented to veterinary students focused on poultry health this year.
"These recipients are already standout students at their respective universities, more PR
Pennsylvania School Board Association Issues Testimony on School Safety Issues (10)
MECHANICSBURG, Pennsylvania, March 15 -- Pennsylvania School Board Association issued the following testimony by President Michael Faccinetto before the House Education Committee on school safety issues:
"Good morning, my name is Michael Faccinetto. I am the 2018 president of the Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA), president of the Bethlehem Area School Board and most importantly a parent of three public school children.
"PSBA is a nonprofit statewide association representing the 4, more PR
Pepperdine University President Andrew K. Benton to Conclude Presidency in 2019 (10)
MALIBU, California, March 14 -- Pepperdine University issued the following news release:
Pepperdine University president and chief executive officer Andrew K. Benton has announced his intent to conclude his presidency at the end of the 2018-2019 academic year. In a prepared statement to the University community, Benton said he and his wife have decided it is a good time for a change and that he has asked the Board of Regents to begin the process for selecting a new president.
"This is a signif more PR
Personalized Approach to Selecting Antiplatelet Drugs Improves Outcomes (10)
ORLANDO, Florida, March 11 -- The American College of Cardiology issued the following news release:
Patients with acute coronary syndrome experienced a substantially lower rate of heart attack, stroke, death from cardiovascular causes and major bleeding at 12 months if genetic information was used to inform the selection of their antiplatelet medication in a study presented at the American College of Cardiology's 67th Annual Scientific Session.
Acute coronary syndrome is an umbrella term that more PR
Peru State College Student Honored as 2018 Newman Civic Fellow (10)
PERU, Nebraska, March 14 -- Peru State College issued the following news release:
Campus Compact, a Boston-based non-profit organization working to advance the public purposes of higher education, has announced the 268 students who will make up the organization's 2018 cohort of Newman Civic Fellows, including Peru State College's own Noah Temme.
Dr. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State, writes in Noah's nomination, "By being involved, Noah realized he could make a difference. At Peru State Coll more PR
Pioneer Cellular and SWOSU Presented Partnership Excellence Award (10)
WEATHERFORD, Oklahoma, March 15 -- Southwestern Oklahoma State University issued the following news release:
Twenty-seven business and higher education partnerships throughout the state were recently recognized for innovative collaborations that further the education of Oklahoma's workforce, and among the partnerships recognized at a reception in Edmond were Southwestern Oklahoma State University and Pioneer Cellular.
Pioneer Cellular was given the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education's more PR
Poorer Socioeconomic Status Predicts Lower Survival in Patients With Anal Cancer (10)
NEW YORK, March 12 -- NYU Langone Health issued the following news release:
If you are from a lower-income area, your chances of surviving anal cancer are significantly reduced, according to a new study led by investigators at NYU Langone Health's Perlmutter Cancer Center, and published online March 12, 2018, in Cancer.
Among the first of its kind, the study shows that both overall survival--and cancer specific survival--can be predicted by median household income (MHI) after controlling for a more PR
Popular Heart Medications Can Prevent Herceptin-Induced Heart Issues in Some Patients (10)
ORLANDO, Florida, March 11 -- The American College of Cardiology issued the following news release:
Breast cancer patients who started taking one of two well-known heart medications at the same time they initiated trastuzumab--a targeted cancer therapy that has been linked to heart damage--received no benefit in terms of preventing declines in heart function, according to research presented at the American College of Cardiology's 67th Annual Scientific Session. However, in patients who had rece more PR
President Donald J. Trump Announces Key Additions to His Administration (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The White House issued the following news release:
Aimee Kathryn Jorjani of Wisconsin, to be Chair of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation for the remainder of a four year term expiring on June 10, 2021. Originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Ms. Jorjani began her career in 1999 as a legislative aide to Rep. Paul Ryan (WI-1) after graduating from Northern Michigan University in political science and public relations. In 2002, Ms. Jorjani moved to the Department o more PR
President Donald J. Trump is Taking Immediate Actions to Secure Our Schools (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The White House issued the following fact sheet:
HARDENING OUR SCHOOLS: President Donald J. Trump is making sure our schools are safe and secure, just like our airports, stadiums, and government buildings.
* President Trump's Administration will assist States to train specially qualified school personnel on a voluntary basis.
- Department of Justice (DOJ) assistance programs will be leveraged to enable schools to partner with State and local law enforcement to provide more PR
President Negron Discusses Priority Legislation Passed During the 2018 Legislative Session (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, March 11 -- Florida Senate President Joe Negron issued the following news release:
Florida Senate President Joe Negron (R-Stuart) today discussed progress made on several key priorities. The Senate began the final week of the Legislative Session by passing the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act, which was signed into law by Governor Scott on Friday. The Senate's Excellence in Higher Education Act saw final passage in both the House and Senate this week more PR
President of Southern New Hampshire University Wins 2018 TIAA Institute Hesburgh Award (10)
NEW YORK, March 12 -- The Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association issued the following news release:
Today, the TIAA Institute announced that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) president Paul LeBlanc has received the 2018 Hesburgh Award for Leadership Excellence in Higher Education. The award recognizes a university president or chancellor who has demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities.
"As we celebrate TIAA Institute's 20th Anniversary, we are proud to honor Paul LeBlanc, an i more PR
President of Southern New Hampshire University Wins 2018 TIAA Institute Hesburgh Award (10)
NEW YORK, March 12 -- TIAA, a provider of financial services in the academic, research, medical, cultural and governmental fields, issued the following news release:
Today, the TIAA Institute announced that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) president Paul LeBlanc has received the 2018 Hesburgh Award for Leadership Excellence in Higher Education. The award recognizes a university president or chancellor who has demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities.
"As we celebrate TIAA Institut more PR
Press Release Baker-Polito Administration Files Legislation to Enhance Department of Early Education and Care Background Check Process (10)
BOSTON, Massachusetts, March 14 -- Gov. Charlie Baker, R-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
The Baker-Polito Administration today filed An Act to Enhance the Background Record Check Procedures of the Department of Early Education and Care to comply with new federal regulations governing Child Care Development Block Grant ("CCDBG") funding, and to provide increased protections for children in Department of Early Education and Care licensed programs.
"Allowing the department to a more PR
Princeton Review Ranks RIT's Video Game Design Programs Among the Top in Nation (10)
ROCHESTER, New York, March 13 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release:
Rochester Institute of Technology boasts some of the top programs in the world to study game design in 2018, according to the latest international rankings from The Princeton Review.
RIT's game design and development program was ranked fifth at the undergraduate level and seventh at the graduate level. RIT's program is housed in the School of Interactive Games and Media (IGM) within the B. Tho more PR
Productivity is on the Rise in UK Manufacturing Plants, New Report Finds (10)
CRANFIELD, England, March 14 -- Cranfield University issued the following news release:
Research released today (14 March) shows productivity is on the rise in UK manufacturing plants.
A joint study by Cranfield School of Management and lean business experts Turner & Townsend Suiko found increased productivity across a wide range of factory performance measures, with the most significant improvement in average quoted customer lead times, which have reduced by 40% year-on-year. Notable improvem more PR
Program Giving Teachers Innovative Ways to Increase Students With Disabilities' Inclusion in General Ed Classrooms (10)
LAWRENCE, Kansas, March 12 -- The University of Kansas issued the following news:
An innovative program to help working and future teachers learn research-based strategies and methods to improve inclusion for students with low-incidence disabilities is nearing graduation for its first cohort of students, but teachers are already putting what they've learned to work in schools. The special educators in the University of Kansas' Strengthening Outcomes for All Students in Regular Settings program more PR
Promoting Human Rights is Essential to an 'America First' Vision (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The White House issued the following news release:
When President Donald J. Trump gave his first address to the United Nations General Assembly in New York last summer, many pundits correctly identified something different about this Administration. "In Trump's U.N. speech, emphasis on sovereignty echoes his domestic agenda," The Washington Post's headline read. "'Sovereignty' the key word from Trump's UN address," CNBC reported.
Diverse nations coming together to "prot more PR
Promoting Reform in Times of Change (10)
GUTERSLOH, Germany, March 13 -- The Bertelsmann Foundation issued the following news release:
In 2017, the year it celebrated its 40th anniversary, the Bertelsmann Stiftung was engaged in some 70 projects in the areas of education, democracy, social affairs, health, culture and economics. It invested a total of Euros55 million directly in its program activities. The foundation currently has 380 employees.
In 1977, in view of his success as a business leader, Reinhard Mohn acknowledged his duty more PR
PSEA Members Submit Suggestions to Lawmakers to Keep Schools Safe (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 15 -- The Pennsylvania State Education Association issued the following news release:
During a state House Education Committee meeting today, Pennsylvania State Education Association President Dolores McCracken shared suggestions from educators and support professionals aimed at making Pennsylvania's public schools safe from violence.
PSEA encouraged its members to share their ideas in the aftermath of the most recent school shooting in Parkland, Florida. McCrac more PR
PSNC Energy Offers Job Shadowing Opportunities to Local Middle School Students (10)
GASTONIA, North Carolina, March 12 -- PSNC Energy, a subsidiary of SCANA, issued the following news release:
PSNC Energy headquarters will become a classroom for a day on March 20, as local middle school students will visit the campus and explore careers in the natural gas industry through live demonstrations and employee Q&A sessions.
"Instead of just telling students what it's like to work for our company, our goal is to actually show them," said PSNC Energy Vice President of Operations Geor more PR
Purdue Graduate Students Take Top Honors at WomenIN Tech Pitch Competition, Receive $17,500 in Cash, Entrepreneurial Support (10)
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, March 15 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
HaptImage, a Purdue University graduate student startup that develops an assistive educational technology, won first prize at the WomenIN Tech Pitch Competition and received $5,000 in cash and $12,500 in entrepreneurial support.
Purdue Railyard in the Purdue Research Park of West Lafayette hosted the event. The WomenIN Tech Competition began with 17 women-led technology startups from across Indiana, and s more PR
PVCC Educational Foundation Announces Three New Board Members and Names 2018 Foundation President and Vice President (10)
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, March 16 -- Piedmont Virginia Community College issued the following news release:
Piedmont Virginia Community College's Educational Foundation announced today that three new members have joined its board of directors.
New board members include Krissy Lester, human resource manager at Wal-Mart Distribution Center; Camilla Washington, clinical education team coordinator at Sentara Martha Jefferson Medical Group and Billy Wayson, historian and retired educator who prev more PR
Quality and Effective Apprenticeships: Council Adopts European Framework (10)
BRUSSELS, Belgium, March 15 -- The Council of the European Union issued the following news release:
The Council today adopted a recommendation on a framework for quality and effective apprenticeships which will help young people to enter the world of work.
The recommendation encourages the development of a highly skilled and qualified workforce which is responsive to the needs of the labour market. By applying common criteria for the quality and effectiveness of apprenticeships, member states more PR
Rader Selected for Lifetime Environmental Education Award (10)
PRATT, Kansas, March 15 -- The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism issued the following news release:
Mike Rader, wildlife education supervisor for the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism, has been selected by the Kansas Association for Conservation and Environmental Education (KACEE) to receive the John K. Strickler Award. Each year, KACEE recognizes leaders in education with its Excellence in Conservation and Environmental Education Awards. Nominated by their peers, more PR
Radford Brings Math Teachers to Campus for Professional Development Conference (10)
RADFORD, Virginia, March 16 -- Radford University issued the following news release:
Radford University hosted more than 500 people for Virginia Council for Teachers of Mathematics (VCTM) annual conference on March 9-10.
Spread out over two days and four academic buildings, the conference was designed to enhance teaching and learning for those in-service and pre-service teachers in attendance and provide them with time to network and exchange ideas, engage with the latest advancements in the m more PR
Rafe Cochran Golf Classic, Teeing Up for Third Time (10)
COCONUT CREEK, Florida, March 15 -- Food for the Poor issued the following news release:
The Rafe Cochran Golf Classic is on the path to becoming a South Florida tradition. Dozens of local golfers will tee up for charity for the third time on Saturday, April 28, at the Mayacoo Lakes Country Club, 9697 Mayacoo Club Drive, West Palm Beach.
"It feels great to see the way it is evolving and how people are looking forward to playing in it each year," Rafe said. "I think they are not only going to h more PR
Rail Industry Maintains Strong Safety Record (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Association of American Railroads issued the following news release:
Newly released data from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) confirms that recent years remain the safest ever for U.S. railroads. Through employee commitment to safety and investments in maintenance and new technologies, the industry has maintained the strong safety record of recent years, with the train accident rate down 28 percent in the last decade and last year marking the lowest rate of more PR
Rancho Santiago Community College District Trustee Arianna P. Barrios Honored at the State Capitol (10)
SANTA ANA, California, March 13 -- Rancho Santiago Community College District issued the following news release:
On March 12, Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) Trustee Arianna P. Barrios was honored at the State Capitol's Distinguished Women of the Year Ceremony. Following a review of her many accomplishments, Assemblyman Steven S. Choi (R-Irvine) named Barrios as the 68th Assembly District's Woman of the Year for 2018.
Barrios was appointed to the RSCCD Board of Trustees in A more PR
Randallstown High Library Media Specialist One of 30 Educators Selected for Inaugural PBS Digital Innovator All-Star Program (10)
TOWSON, Maryland, March 15 -- Baltimore County Public Schools issued the following news release:
PBS selected Joquetta L. Johnson, library media specialist at Randallstown High School, as one of 30 educators, representing 28states and Puerto Rico, to serve in its inaugural PBS Digital Innovator All-Star Program.
"Ms. Joquetta Johnson is truly an innovator," said Principal Aubrey P. Brown. "She pushes all of us at Randallstown High School to embrace the ever-changing and ever-growing digital la more PR
Recommendations by UN Sustainable Development Goal's Steering Committee for Education (10)
PARIS, France, March 12 -- The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization issued the following news release:
The Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) - Education 2030 Steering Committee has issued recommendations focusing on financing education as a public good, strengthening national ownership and addressing data gaps as part of its work to steer progress towards meeting internationally agreed targets for education. The Committee has now released its recommendations, made d more PR
Reduced Device Clotting, Decreased Strokes Seen With Novel Heart Pump (10)
ORLANDO, Florida, March 11 -- The American College of Cardiology issued the following news release:
At two years of follow-up, severely ill patients with advanced heart failure who received a novel heart pump fully implantable within the chest experienced no malfunctions requiring replacement or removal of the device for blood clotting. Further, their risk of a stroke was halved compared with patients who received the established version of the pump that requires an abdominal location for the i more PR
Reducing Co-Payments Improves Patient and Physician Adherence to Guideline-Recommended Treatment Post-Heart Attack (10)
ORLANDO, Florida, March 11 -- The American College of Cardiology issued the following news release:
When patients who had a heart attack were given vouchers to cover their co-payments for medication to prevent a recurrence, physicians were more likely to prescribe a more effective, branded drug and patients were more likely to continue taking the medication for a full year as recommended in treatment guidelines, researchers reported at the American College of Cardiology's 67th Annual Scientific more PR
Regents Pass Resolution in Support of Funding for Higher Education (10)
PITTSBURG, Kansas, March 14 -- The Kansas Board of Regents issued the following news release:
The Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR) passed a resolution today that the Board will support only those funding solutions for education that include higher education.
"Education beyond high school is increasingly important for the prosperity of Kansas families and Kansas employers," said Dave Murfin, KBOR chairman. "We ask that if the Legislature decides additional funding for education is appropriate, it more PR
Regis Appoints Dean of Arts and Sciences (10)
WESTON, Massachusetts, March 12 -- Regis College issued the following news release:
Regis College has named Kathryn Edney, PhD, as the new dean of the School of Arts and Sciences.
Edney began her career at Regis as an adjunct faculty member in 2010, and has since served in many roles, including graduate program director of Heritage Studies, associate dean of Academic Assessment, and most recently, interim dean of Arts and Sciences.
"Dr. Edney is committed to liberal arts as the hallmark of a more PR
Regis to Honor Actress Diane Guerrero and Philanthropist Jack Connors at 2018 Commencement (10)
WESTON, Massachusetts, March 15 -- Regis College issued the following news release:
Award-winning actress Diane Guerrero will serve as the 2018 commencement speaker for Regis College in Weston. Guerrero, a former student at Regis, is also a published author and nationally recognized immigration rights activist.
"This degree is a total game changer and a very special honor," said Guerrero. "Regis contributed to who I am today and I'm excited to share more about my experiences at Regis and beyon more PR
Registration Continues for BLET Legislative Representatives Training Class in July (10)
INDEPENDENCE, Ohio, March 12 -- The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen, a division of International Brotherhood of Teamsters, issued the following news:
Classroom slots are still available for the BLET Education & Training Department's training class for BLET Division Legislative Representatives, which will be held in Washington, D.C. from July 10-12, 2018.
Held in conjunction with the BLET's National Legislative Office, the class will take place at the International Brotherhood more PR
Reminder: ANSI 2018 Student Paper, Video Competition: 'Standards in Changing World' (10)
NEW YORK, March 14 -- The American National Standards Institute issued the following news release:
Just over a month to apply: The American National Standards Institute (ANSI), in conjunction with its Committee on Education (CoE), is pleased to announce its seventh annual student competition as part of its ongoing efforts to spread awareness among postsecondary students of the strategic significance of standards and conformance. The challenge requires applicants to submit a video or paper that more PR
Renu Khator Namead Winner of ACE Council of Fellows/Fidelity Investments Mentor Award (10)
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The American Council on Education issued the following news release:
ACE today awarded Renu Khator, chancellor of the University of Houston (UH) System and president of the University of Houston, with the 2018 Council of Fellows/Fidelity Investments Mentor Award* during the opening plenary of ACE2018, ACE's 100th Annual Meeting.
The Council of Fellows/Fidelity Investments Mentor Award is bestowed annually to acknowledge the substantial role of mentors in the success of more PR
Rep. Beatty Introduces Bill on Best Practices for Teaching Financial Literacy (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- Rep. Joyce Beatty, D-Ohio, has introduced legislation (H.R. 5277) to "require the Financial Literacy and Education Commission to establish and publish best practices for teaching financial literacy for institutions of higher education."
The bill was introduced on March 14 and was co-sponsored by Rep. Steve Stivers, R-Ohio. It was jointly referred to the House Financial Services and Education and the Workforce committees.
For more information, Rep. Joyce Beatty, 133 Cann more ST
Rep. Behning's Legislation Encouraging School Collaboration Heads to Governor's Desk (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 15 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release:
State Rep. Bob Behning's (R-Indianapolis) legislation that would give school districts the flexibility to collaborate in order to drive student success could soon become law.
Under Behning's proposal, 4 to 8 school corporations could form a coalition to explore and develop education plans to drive student success. Behning said schools in this coalition would be able to request flexibilities from more PR
Rep. Behning's Single Diploma Legislation Heads to Governor's Desk (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 16 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release:
State Rep. Bob Behning's (R-Indianapolis) legislation that would create a single high school diploma for Hoosier students could soon become law.
Behning's legislation would create one high school diploma with general, Core 40, Core 40 with academic honors and Core 40 with technical honors designations, replacing Indiana's current four diploma system. Behning said the Core 40 designation would be more PR
Rep. Bergman Issues Statement on STOP School Violence Act (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Jack Bergman, R-Michigan, issued the following statement after voting to pass the Student, Teachers and Officers Preventing School Violence Act (H.R. 4909):
"As a grandfather to eight school-aged grandchildren, I take the issue of school safety very seriously. Our nation's schools must be a safe place where students can focus freely on their education. The STOP School Violence Act isn't the final answer to school safety, it's simply the first step."
"There is no on more PR
Rep. Berry, NRCM's Voorhees to Give Solar Policy Update Wednesday (10)
AUGUSTA, Maine, March 12 -- The Maine House Democrats issued the following news release:
Rep. Seth Berry and Natural Resources Council of Maine Climate and Clean Energy Director Dylan Voorhees will give a public presentation on the state of solar policy in Maine on Wednesday, March 14 at 7 p.m. at the Curtis Memorial Library in Brunswick.
The discussion, Solar Energy for ME, is part of Friends of Merrymeeting Bay's annual winter speaker series. Berry and Voorhees will address the prospects for more PR
Rep. Bishop Supports Bipartisan STOP School Violence Act (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Mike Bishop, R-Michigan, issued the following news release:
One month following the tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, Congressman Mike Bishop (MI-08) voted in favor of H.R. 4909, the bipartisan STOP School Violence Act. Congressman Bishop is a cosponsor of H.R. 4909, which provides funding resources for training and technology aimed to prevent violence from taking place on school grounds. The Stop School Violence Act passed the Ho more PR
Rep. Blackburn Introduces Bill to Expand Comprehensive Addiction, Recovery Act of 2016 (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- Rep. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., has introduced legislation (H.R. 5311) to "reauthorize and expand the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act of 2016."
The bill was introduced on March 15 and was co-sponsored by Reps. Tim Ryan, D-Ohio, Ann Kuster, D-N.H., and Tom MacArthur, R-N.J. It was jointly referred to the House Energy and Commerce, Judiciary and Education and the Workforce committees.
For more information, Rep. Marsha Blackburn, 2266 Rayburn House Office Building more ST
Rep. Bob Dettmer Participates in Veterans Day on the Hill (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 12 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following news release:
On Monday, March 12, 2018, Rep. Bob Dettmer, R-Forest Lake, who chairs the House Veterans Affairs Division, spoke at a morning rally to celebrate Minnesota veterans. Veterans and their families from across the state gathered at the Capitol to show their support for our military and advocate for veterans priorities at the Legislature as part of Veterans Day on the Hill.
"Veterans Day more PR
Rep. Bonamici Introduces Bill to Reauthorize Federal Work-Study Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., has introduced legislation (H.R. 5312) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to reauthorize the Federal work-study program.
The bill was introduced on March 15 and was co-sponsored by Rep. Derek Kilmer, D-Wash. It was referred to the House Education and the Workforce Committee.
For more information, Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, 439 Cannon House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-0855; or in the district office at 12725 S.W. Milli more ST
Rep. Bonamici Introduces Resolution to Recognize Contributions of Public Schools (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., has introduced a concurrent resolution (H.Con.Res. 114) "recognizing the contributions of the public elementary schools and secondary schools in the United States as an investment in our country's future and expresses the position of Congress that public funds should be spent to strengthen public elementary and secondary schools."
The resolution was introduced on March 8 and was co-sponsored by Rep. Mark Pocan, D-Wis. It was referred to the more ST
Rep. Bonamici Issues Statement on Education Secretary DeVos (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Oregon, a leader on the House Education Committee, issued the following statement after a 60-minute interview with Education Secretary Betsy DeVos on school privatization issues:
"The Secretary of Education must be a champion for all our students - including the more than 50 million who attend public schools. Betsy DeVos' singular focus on privatizing public education will be detrimental to the vast majority of students across the country.
"Wit more PR
Rep. Bonamici Issues Statement on Education Secretary DeVos' School Privatization (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Oregon, ranking Democratic member of the House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary Education, issued the following statement on Education Secretary Betsy DeVos' comments about school privatization:
"The Secretary of Education must be a champion for all our students - including the more than 50 million who attend public schools.
"Betsy DeVos' singular focus on privatizing public education will be more PR
Rep. Brooks Bridges Gap Between Construction Industry, Educators in 7th Connecting Careers, Classrooms Event (10)
WESTFIELD, Indiana, March 12 -- Rep. Susan Brooks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release:
Today, Congresswoman Susan W. Brooks (R-IN05) hosted her seventh Connecting Careers and Classrooms event, which was an opportunity to discuss the vast array of construction career opportunities. This year's event focused on bridging the gap between leaders in the construction industry and educators in order to prepare students for rewarding careers in construction.
"Fueling a brighter future for Ho more PR
Rep. Comstock Legislation to Help Regional Gang Task Forces Passes House (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Barbara Comstock, R-Virginia, issued the following news release:
Congresswoman Barbara Comstock (R-VA) Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant Program Authorization Act, which would establish a grant program to provide resources to state and local entities to curb the rise in gang activity and violence passed the House today. This legislation authorizes $50 million annually for FY2019 through FY2021. Thirty percent of the appropriated amounts will go directly to already-es more PR
Rep. Davis Bill Would Enhance Career, Tech Learning Through School-Business Partnerships (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 13 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats issued the following news release:
State Rep. Austin Davis, D-Allegheny, announced today that he will introduce legislation that would authorize $15 million in funding to modernize the state's education system by allowing students to learn high-skill careers in real-world settings.
"Now more than ever, our state's economic health depends on a well-educated and highly skilled workforce," Davis said. "We need to modernize our more PR
Rep. DeLuca Introduces Legislation Limiting Amount of Times School Districts Could Increase Taxes Without Taxpayers' Consent (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 15 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats issued the following news release:
Fearing that school districts are continuously spending beyond their means and leaving taxpayers no choice but to foot the bill, state Rep. Tony DeLuca, D-Allegheny, has introduced legislation that would require school districts to ask the taxpayer's permission to raise property taxes in certain instances.
Each September, the Pennsylvania Department of Education publishes an index for dete more PR
Rep. Dingell Introduces Bill to Address Needs of Individuals With Disabilities (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., has introduced legislation (H.R. 5241) to "address the needs of individuals with disabilities within the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act."
The bill was introduced on March 9. It was referred to the House Education and the Workforce Committee.
For more information, contact Rep. Debbie Dingell at 116 Cannon House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-4071; or in the district offices a more ST
Rep. Engel Receives Mount Vernon Foundation 'Great Knight Award' (10)
WESTCHESTER, New York, March 12 -- Rep. Eliot L. Engel, D-New York, issued the following news release:
This past weekend, Congressman Eliot L. Engel was awarded the "Great Knight Award" by the Mount Vernon Foundation for all of the work he's done on behalf of the communities he represents in Congress, including Mount Vernon.
"From politics to professional sports to education and music, these warriors of change will receive the 'Great Knight Award' for their contributions to their craft and com more PR
Rep. Evans Introduces Resolution on Anniversary of Cheyney University's 1978 Win (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Rep. Dwight Evans, D-Pa., has introduced a resolution (H.Res. 771) "honoring and recognizing the 40th anniversary of Cheyney University's historic, momentous, and epic 1978 NCAA Division II Basketball Championship win."
The resolution was introduced on March 8 and was co-sponsored by Rep. Robert A. Brady, D-Pa. 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-congres more ST
Rep. Foster Reintroduces Bipartisan Pi Day Resolution (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Bill Foster, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) reintroduced a bipartisan resolution in honor of Pi Day, March 14. Pi (represented by the Greek letter) is an irrational number representing the ratio of the circumference to the diameter of a circle that mathematicians, architects, engineers, and scientists use in calculations. Although the decimal digits of continue randomly forever, the number is commonly rounded to more PR
Rep. Foxx Issues Statement on House Passage of STOP School Violence Act (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-North Carolina, chairman of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, issued the following statement on the House passage of the STOP School Violence Act (H.R. 4909):
"All children must be safe in school, and students and families need to feel confident that schools are secure environments.
"I'm pleased to see Congress act in a bipartisan way to give school districts and local communities the flexibility and funding necessary to provide stud more PR
Rep. Franke Advances School Safety Legislation in Committee (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 13 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following news release:
On Tuesday, Rep. Keith Franke, R-St. Paul Park, presented his bill, HF3370, to the House Education Innovation Policy Committee.
The bill requires school districts to establish a threat assessment team, which include members in various areas of expertise relating to school safety, who must assess, intervene, and report students that may pose a safety risk to students, teachers, and st more PR
Rep. Gonzalez Condemns Administration's Proposed Cuts to Critical School Safety and Prevention Programs (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- Rep. Vicente Gonzalez, D-Texas, issued the following news release:
Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) and Congressman Anthony Brown (MD-04) along with several colleagues in the U.S. House of Representatives, wrote a letter to President Donald Trump demanding that funding for critical school safety and violence prevention programs administered by the U.S. Department of Education (ED) be restored. The Administration's budget request proposes to cut more than $400 million more PR
Rep. Graves Issues Statement on Public Education Week (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Rep. Sam Graves, R-Louisiana, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on March 14, on Public Education Week:
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the students, teachers, and communities who work together to support our public schools during Public Education Week.
Our public schools are where our students come to be educated in the fullest sense of the word as citizens of this great country. Our educators strive daily to make every publ more PR
Rep. Grothman Urges Support for Apprenticeships, CTE Programs (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Glenn Grothman, R-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) recently rallied a bipartisan group of Wisconsin Congressmen to send a letter to House appropriators requesting strong support for apprenticeships and career and technical education (CTE) programs in the technology field in the FY18 appropriations package.
In 2016, the technology industry contributed roughly $1 trillion to the U.S. economy, employed nearly seve more PR
Rep. Guthrie Issues Statement at Hearing on Strengthening Access, Accountability to Work in Welfare Programs (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- Rep. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development, issued the following statement at a hearing entitled "Strengthening Access and Accountability to Work in Welfare Programs":
"Good afternoon, and welcome to today's subcommittee hearing. I'd like to thank our panel of witnesses and our members for joining today's important discussion on how the inclusion of work requirements within more PR
Rep. Hanna Announces 'It's on Us PA' Grant Award for LHU (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 13 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats issued the following news release:
State Rep. Mike Hanna, D-Clinton/Centre, announced today that Lock Haven University was awarded $30,000 in "It's On Us PA" grant funding administered by the Department of Education to help combat sexual violence on campus.
In 2016, Pennsylvania joined the national "It's On Us" campaign as more men and women were coming forward with allegations of harassment and assault.
Hanna said he hope more PR
Rep. Higgins Introduces Bill on Best Practices for School Resource Officers (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Rep. Clay Higgins, R-La., has introduced legislation (H.R. 5243) to "direct the Attorney General and the Secretary of Education to develop and implement national standards and best practices for school resource officers."
The bill was introduced on March 9. It was jointly referred to the House Education and the Workforce and Judiciary committees.
For more information, contact Rep. Clay Higgins at 1711 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-2031; more ST
Rep. Higgins Introduces Bill to Determine Number of School Resource Officers (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Rep. Clay Higgins, R-La., has introduced legislation (H.R. 5242) to "require the Attorney General and the Secretary of Education to conduct a survey of all public schools to determine the number of school resource officers at such schools."
The bill was introduced on March 9. It was jointly referred to the House Education and the Workforce and Judiciary committees.
For more information, contact Rep. Clay Higgins at 1711 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20 more ST
Rep. Huffman Introduces Bill to Establish State Infrastructure Banks for Education (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- Rep. Jared Huffman, D-Calif., has introduced legislation (H.R. 5318) to establish State infrastructure banks for education.
The bill was introduced on March 15. It was referred to the House Education and the Workforce Committee.
For more information, Rep. Jared Huffman, 1406 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-5161; or in the district offices at 317 3rd St., Ste. 1, Eureka, CA 95501; 707/407-3585; 430 North Franklin St., Fort Bragg, CA 95437; more ST
Rep. Johnson Introduces Bill on Substance Use Disorder Education Centers of Excellence (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Rep. Bill Johnson, R-Ohio, has introduced legislation (H.R. 5261) to amend the Public Health Service Act "to provide for regional centers of excellence in substance use disorder education."
The bill was introduced on March 13 and was co-sponsored by Rep. Paul Tonko, D-N.Y. It was referred to the House Energy and Commerce Committee.
For more information, Rep. Bill Johnson, 1710 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-5705; or in the district office more ST
Rep. Johnson Issues Statement at Hearing on NSF Budget Proposal for FY 2019 (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson, D-Texas, ranking Democratic member of the House Science, Space and Technology Committee, issued the following statement at a hearing entitled "An Overview of the National Science Foundation Budget Proposal for Fiscal Year 2019":
"Thank you, Chairman Smith, for holding this hearing, and welcome back Dr. Cordova and Dr. Zuber. I am pleased that we have both of you here this morning to help us understand the Fiscal Year 2019 budget request for th more PR
Rep. Johnson, Paul Tonko Introduce TEACH to Combat Addiction Act (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- Rep. Bill Johnson, R-Ohio, issued the following news release:
Today, Congressmen Bill Johnson (R-OH) and Paul Tonko (D-NY) introduced the Training, Education, and Community Help (TEACH) to Combat Addiction Act, a bill that establishes a competitive process to designate institutions that are educating current and future health care professionals on substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, prevention, and recovery as Centers of Excellence in Substance Use Disorder Education more PR
Rep. Kelly Introduces Bill to Encourage Retirement Savings (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., has introduced legislation (H.R. 5282) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 "to encourage retirement savings."
The bill was introduced on March 14 and has 15 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Ron Kind, D-Wis., Mike Bishop, R-Mich., John B. Larson, D-Conn., Pat Meehan, R-Pa., Bill Pascrell Jr., D-N.J., George Holding, R-N.C., Linda T. Sanchez, D-Calif., Tom Rice, R-S.C., Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Del., Jackie Walorski, R-Ind., Mark Pocan, more ST
Rep. Knight Introduces Bill on School Security Improvement (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- Rep. Steve Knight, R-Calif., has introduced legislation (H.R. 5307) to "require that certain Federal education funds be used for the improvement of security at elementary and secondary schools."
The bill was introduced on March 15. It was referred to the House Education and the Workforce Committee.
For more information, Rep. Steve Knight, 1023 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-1956; or in the district offices at 1445 E. Los Angeles Ave., Ste more ST
Rep. Kristine Lytton Announces Retirement From Washington Legislature (10)
OLYMPIA, Washington, March 14 -- Washington House Democrats issued the following news release:
Since first being elected in 2010 as a state representative for the 40th Legislative District, Representative Kristine Lytton, D-Anacortes, has been an advocate for children, education, and tax reform. Today Lytton announced she is retiring to spend more time with her family.
"I came to Olympia to expand opportunities for students, support our hardworking teachers, and fully fund education. This year more PR
Rep. Lee Introduces Resolution to Support Social Work Month (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Rep. Barbara Lee, D-Calif., has introduced a resolution (H.Res. 770) "supporting the goals and ideals of Social Work Month during March 2018 and World Social Work Day on March 20, 2018."
The resolution was introduced on March 9. 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/770/text.
For more information, contact Rep. Barbara Lee at 2267 more ST
Rep. Mast Takes Action to Strengthen Community Safety (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Brian Mast, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
Representative Brian Mast (FL-18) today took action to strengthen community safety by passing the STOP School Violence Act and introducing two new bills, including a 60-day prohibition on the sale of firearms similar to the AR-15 while failures by the FBI and state agencies, as well as the background check system, are examined and a long-term, comprehensive solution is negotiated. Rep. Mast, who was a co-spon more PR
Rep. McCollum: State of Minnesota Responds to President's FY 2019 Budget Proposal (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Betty McCollum, D-Minnesota, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on March 13:
Mr. Speaker, I recently held a hearing in St. Paul, Minnesota's capital city, to receive feedback on President Trump's fiscal year 2019 budget proposal. I am deeply appreciative for the input from the State of Minnesota, the University of Minnesota, Ramsey County, Washington County, the City of Saint Paul, and vital nonprofits like Lutheran Social S more PR
Rep. McSally Leads Effort to Secure Resources to Combat Opioid Epidemic (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Rep. Martha McSally, R-Arizona, issued the following news release:
U.S. Representative Martha McSally is leading other members of Congress in urging House appropriators to allocate billions of the budget to address the opioid crisis that has hit Arizona communities especially hard. Pima County in the Congresswoman's district had 356 overdoses in 2016, a rate almost twice as high as any other county in Arizona. According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, 790 A more PR
Rep. Messer Introduces Bill on Improved Security Measures on School Grounds (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- Rep. Luke Messer, R-Ind., has introduced legislation (H.R. 5268) to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 "to authorize the Secretary of Homeland Security, through the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, to make grants to eligible local education agencies to provide improved security measures on school grounds."
The bill was introduced on March 14. It was jointly referred to the House Education and the Workforce and Judiciary committees.
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Rep. Norton Introduces Bill to Establish National Effort Promoting Healthy Lifestyles Through Nutrition and Exercise (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, D-D.C., issued the following news release:
Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) yesterday introduced the Lifelong Improvements in Food and Exercise (LIFE) Act to encourage exercise and healthy eating habits. The bill directs the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to help combat obesity and sedentary lifestyles in three ways: conducting national campaigns to educate Americans on how to recognize and address overweight and ob more PR
Rep. Pocan Introduces Resolution to Designate Public Education Week (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- Rep. Mark Pocan, D-Wis., has introduced a resolution (H.Res. 779) "expressing support for the designation of the week of March 12 through 16, 2018, as Public Education Week."
The resolution was introduced on March 13 and was co-sponsored by Rep. Sam Graves, R-Mo. It was referred to the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee.
The full text of the resolution is available from https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/house-resolution/779/text.
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Rep. Roby Thanks Secretary Wilson for F-35 Decision, Highlights Fort Rucker and Maxwell (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Martha Roby, R-Alabama, issued the following news release:
U.S. Representative Martha Roby (R-AL) today participated in a Defense Appropriations Subcommittee hearing where she thanked Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson for selecting the 187th Fighter Wing at Dannelly Field to host the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program.
"The men and women of the 187th could not be more thrilled for the extraordinary opportunity you've given them to host the F-35 mission in a more PR
Rep. Rokita Releases New School Safety Report, Implores Hoosiers to Get Involved in School Communities (10)
DANVILLE, Indiana, March 12 -- Rep. Todd Rokita, R-Indiana, issued the following news release:
Today, Congressman Todd Rokita released his latest school safety report and implored all Hoosiers to become proactive leaders within their school communities to protect the safety of students. With today's release of the latest School Safety Summit report, Congressman Rokita hopes schools can learn from the best practices and from parents, teachers, administrators, and law enforcement who have weighed more PR
Rep. Roybal-Allard Recognizes Center for Asian Americans United for Self Empowerment (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard, D-California, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on March 15, recognizing the Center for Asian Americans United for Self Empowerment:
Mr. Speaker, I rise with my colleague, Congresswoman Judy Chu, to recognize the Center for Asian Americans United for Self Empowerment (CAUSE), a nonprofit organization based in the Greater Los Angeles area. CAUSE has played a pivotal role in the promotion of civic engag more PR
Rep. Ruppersberger Helps Local Students Invest Hypothetical $100,000 (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Rep. C.A. 'Dutch' Ruppersberger, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
Congressman C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger today visited with local high school students investing a hypothetical $100,000 in the stock market as part of a national competition promoting financial education.
The students at Dulaney High School in Maryland's Second District are competing in the Stock Market Game(TM) Capitol Hill Challenge (CHC), a 14-week financial education competition that pairs more PR
Rep. Scott Issues Statement on Trump Administration's Proposal for School Safety (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Rep. Bobby Scott, D-Virginia, ranking Democratic member of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, issued the following statement after the Trump administration released its proposals for school safety:
"Yesterday's school safety proposals from the Trump administration are both inadequate and concerning. The administration has misplaced its focus on arming school personnel and dismantling civil rights protections for students instead of offering meaningful, evid more PR
Rep. Siegrist's K-12 Funding Bill Heads to Governor's Desk (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 14 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release:
State Rep. Sally Siegrist's (R-West Lafayette) bill that will increase K-12 school funding to account for higher than expected public school enrollment is headed to the governor for his consideration.
Each budget cycle, Indiana's K-12 schools, the Department of Education and the Legislative Services Agency collaborate to project the number of students that will be attending Indiana's public scho more PR
Rep. Sires Issues Statement on Secretary of Education DeVos (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Albio Sires, D-New Jersey, issued the following statement regarding Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos' comments about public education during an interview with Lesley Stahl:
"Since President Trump nominated Betsy DeVos to lead our nation's education system it was clear that she had little regard for our public school system. Her comments on Sunday only reaffirmed her lack of experience in education and her commitment to privatizing education at the expense of our p more PR
Rep. Titus Introduces Bill to Increase Numbers of School Nurses (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Rep. Dina Titus, D-Nev., has introduced legislation (H.R.5251) to "make demonstration grants to eligible local educational agencies or consortia of eligible local educational agencies for the purpose of increasing the numbers of school nurses in public elementary schools and secondary schools."
The bill was introduced on March 13. It was jointly referred to the House Education and the Workforce and Energy and Commerce committees.
For more information, Rep. Dina Titus, 2 more ST
Rep. Titus, Sen. Tester Introduce Companion Bills to Help Schools Hire More Nurses (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Dina Titus, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
In recognition of Public Schools Week, Rep. Dina Titus of Nevada's First Congressional District introduced companion legislation with Montana Sen. Jon Tester to help schools across the nation hire more full-time nurses. The bill, H.R. 5251, the Nurses for Under-Resourced Schools Everywhere Act, or NURSE Act, will allow public elementary and secondary schools to apply for grants to reduce the cost of hiring a n more PR
Rep. Tsongas Introduces Bill on Offshore Wind Career Training Grant Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- Rep. Niki Tsongas, D-Mass., has introduced legislation (H.R. 5291) to establish an offshore wind career training grant program.
The bill was introduced on March 14 and was co-sponsored by Reps. Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., and William R. Keating, D-Mass. It was jointly referred to the House Natural Resources and Education and the Workforce committees.
For more information, Rep. Niki Tsongas, 1714 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-3411; or in t more ST
Rep. Williams Issues Statement on Meeting With Secretary DeVos (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Roger Williams, R-Texas, issued the following statement after meeting with Department of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos:
"It was an encouraging meeting with Secretary DeVos earlier today to explore what we can do to increase security at our local schools.
"The Department of Education's top priority must be securing our schools and protecting our students. I was pleased to discuss my bill, H.R. 5107, with the Secretary and welcomed her feedback on how we can contin more PR
Reports Highlight Ireland's Current Macro-Economic Problems (10)
DUBLIN, Ireland, March 14 -- The Irish Small and Medium Enterprises Association issued the following news release:
ISME, the Irish SME Association today (March 14th) highlights the significance of two recently published reports. They mirror our members' concerns, and merit the attention from the Irish business community and financial media. The OECD 2018 Economic Survey of Ireland, and the EU Commission's Semester Report 2018 contain a significant amount of objective, robust external analysis o more PR
Reps. Beatty, Stivers Introduce Financial Literacy College Education Act (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Rep. Joyce Beatty, D-Ohio, issued the following news release:
Today, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) and Congressman Steve Stivers (OH-15) introduced the Financial Literacy College Education Act, a bill that if enacted would provide colleges, universities and other high institutions of learning with the tools and information to better empower their students to make informed financial decisions.
As co-chairs of the Financial and Economic Literacy Caucus, Beatty a more PR
Reps. Bonamici, Kilmer Expand Opportunities for Students to Gain Valuable Work Experience (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
Today Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, a leader on the House Education and the Workforce Committee, and Congressman Derek Kilmer introduced legislation to modernize the Federal Work Study Program. Their proposal, the Opportunities for Success Act, will make higher education more affordable for many students and create opportunities for more students to gain valuable work experience before graduation.
The more PR
Reps. Brown, Cicilline Demand President Trump Fully Fund School-Based Mental Health and Violence Prevention Services (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Rep. Anthony Brown, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
Today, Congressmen Anthony G. Brown (MD-04) and David Cicilline (RI-01) along with 61 of their House colleagues, urged President Trump to fully fund school-provided mental health, violence prevention, and student safety programs, in light of the ongoing epidemic of gun violence in America's schools.
"In the immediate aftermath of the tragic shooting in Parkland, Florida, President Trump stated that no ch more PR
Reps. Kilmer, Bonamici Expand Opportunities for Students to Gain Valuable Work Experience (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Rep. Derek Kilmer, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
Today, Congressman Derek Kilmer and Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, a leader on the House Education and the Workforce Committee, introduced legislation to modernize the Federal Work Study Program. Their proposal, the Opportunities for Success Act, will make higher education more affordable for many students and create opportunities for more students to gain valuable work experience before graduation.
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Reps. Roe, Foxx Issue Statements on Circuit Court of Appeals Ruling (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- Reps. Phil Roe, R-Tennessee, and Virginia Foxx, R-North Carolina, chairwoman of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, issued the following statements after the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the Obama-era fiduciary rule, which is a regulation that limited retirement savers' access to affordable financial advice and cost American families an estimated $17 billion a year:
"The fiduciary rule has been a disaster since day one, which is why I've fought to st more PR
Reps. Tonko & Johnson Introduce Bill to Designate Centers of Excellence to Combat Opioid Epidemic (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- Rep. Paul D. Tonko, D-New York, issued the following news release:
Today Congressmen Paul Tonko (D-NY) and Bill Johnson (R-OH) introduced H.R., the bipartisan Training, Education, and Community Help (TEACH) to Combat Addiction Act, a bill that establishes a competitive process to designate institutions that are educating current and future health care professionals on substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, prevention, and recovery as Centers of Excellence in Substance U more PR
Research Highlights Pathways to Pacific Tertiary Participation and Success (10)
DUNEDIN, New Zealand, March 15 -- The University of Otago issued the following news release:
University of Otago research has revealed what works and what doesn't when it comes to the success of Pacific students, and highlights the need for a tailored university preparation programme.
Director of Pacific Development Dr Tasileta Teevale says the New Zealand first-year tertiary student population is diversifying, with Pacific students making up a significant proportion of the group.
In the last more PR
Resources From Scholastic Help Striving Readers Grow Their Literacy Skills (10)
NEW YORK, March 12 -- Scholastic, a children's publishing, education and media company, issued the following news release:
Scholastic (NASDAQ: SCHL), the global children's publishing, education and media company, today announced an expanded suite of resources that support striving readers--students who are reading six to 24 months below grade level, as well as young children who have come to school in Kindergarten or first grade not having been exposed to preschool or the pre-K learning of lite more PR
Retired Director of SRU's Macoskey Center Honored by PAEE (10)
SLIPPERY ROCK, Pennsylvania, March 13 -- Slippery Rock University issued the following news:
Fran Bires may be retired from Slippery Rock University, but he has not been forgotten by the environmental education community for the impact he made during his career. Bires, the former director of SRU's Macoskey Center for Sustainability Systems Education and Research, received the Pennsylvania Association of Environmental Educators 2018 Keystone Award, March 12 at the PAEE's annual conference in Sta more PR
Retired UCO Professor Returns to Campus to Discuss New Book (10)
EDMOND, Oklahoma, March 12 -- The University of Central Oklahoma issued the following news release:
Sheldon Russell, Ed.D., a professor emeritus of the University of Central Oklahoma, will discuss and sign his latest book, "The Bridge Troll Murders," from 1-3 p.m., Monday, March 26, in the Heritage Room 326 in Nigh University Center, on Central's campus. The event is free and open to the public, with parking available on the east side of Nigh University Center.
The novel, the fifth in his accl more PR
Revenue Managers Flock to 5 International Cities for HSMAI's ROC (10)
MCLEAN, Virginia, March 14 -- The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International issued the following news release:
For the first time in its history, the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) will host its Revenue Optimization Conference (ROC) in a total of five major cities around the world in 2018: Amsterdam, Singapore, Houston, Sao Paolo, and Dubai. The conference convenes hotel revenue executives for education, collaboration, and innovation.
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Revenue Offers Free Tax Workshop March 28 in Tumwater (10)
OLYMPIA, Washington, March 14 -- The Washington State Department of Revenue issued the following news release:
Business owners in Washington are responsible for knowing which taxes to report. To help them, the Washington State Department of Revenue (Revenue) is hosting a free workshop for new and small business owners March 28 in Tumwater.
Call 800-647-7706 or go online to register on Revenue's education page.
Participants will learn about Washington excise taxes, reporting classifications, d more PR
RLC Requests Third-Party Comments Prior to HLC Visit (10)
INA, Illinois, March 15 -- Rend Lake College issued the following news release:
Chances are you have a connection to Rend Lake College. You came to us for an associate degree or certificate. You participated in one of our Community Education courses. You sent your children to campus for our Summer Kids Camps. You visited campus for one of our countless community activities. Now, we want to hear from you.
RLC is looking for community members to offer comments on our activities and services as p more PR
Robertson Hall to Once Again Provide Students Home Away From Home (10)
CHICKASHA, Oklahoma, March 12 -- The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma issued the following news:
By the mid-1930s, the Oklahoma College for Women was growing at a rapid pace. As more and more women sought to enter the workforce, the demand for proper education increased as well. To help meet this demand, OCW embarked on a building project that resulted in three new residence halls: Canning, Lawson and Robertson. Each dormitory housed 40 juniors and seniors along with a hostess.
As th more PR
Robin Li Presented With Rising Star Award at NVCA Leadership Gala (10)
MENLO PARK, California, March 16 -- The National Venture Capital Association issued the following news release:
The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) today presented Robin Li, Vice President at GGV Capital, with the 2018 Rising Star Award at the 2018 NVCA Leadership Gala. Held at the Rosewood Sand Hill in Menlo Park, CA, the NVCA Leadership Gala celebrates the venture industry and honors those who have made significant contributions to foster innovation, advance technology and drive n more PR
Robust Approach to Campus Safety Places UM in National Rankings (10)
OXFORD, Mississippi, March 12 -- The University of Mississippi issued the following news release:
The University of Mississippi, which has a mobile app, training and other programs aimed at preventing crime, has been named one of the nation's safest college campuses.
The National Council for Home Safety and Security ranked Ole Miss, which has an enrollment of more than 23,000, No. 64 nationally among public universities. UM placed second on the list among Southeastern Conference schools, trail more PR
Romero Award to Honor Retired Educator Mary Hoffman (10)
ERIE, Pennsylvania, March 12 -- Mercyhurst University issued the following news release:
The Mercyhurst University Department of Religious Studies will present its 2018 Archbishop Oscar Romero Award to retired special education teacher Mary Hoffman on Tuesday, March 20. Hoffman will speak after being honored for "her longstanding work educating and serving all of God's children - in our community and abroad - particularly those with special needs."
All are welcome to attend the presentation an more PR
Ross Gallery Hosts Exhibitions by Tullos-Leonard and Woodturners (10)
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, March 12 -- Christian Brothers University issued the following news release:
The Beverly & Sam Ross Gallery at Christian Brothers University announces the opening of two exhibitions on March 9. In the main gallery, "Looking at the World" will showcase paintings by Memphis artist Claudia Tullos-Leonard. In the gallery foyer, "Riding the Bevel" will feature works by artists from the Mid-South Woodturners Guild.
An opening reception for both exhibitions will be held on Friday, more PR
Ross Pens Bangor Daily News Column on Proposed Teacher Certification Changes (10)
BANGOR, Maine, March 12 -- The University of Southern Maine issued the following news release:
Flynn Ross, the coordinator of USM's Extended Teacher Education Program, wrote about proposed changes to Maine teacher certification in an opinion piece in the Bangor Daily News.
One of the measures would allow professional teacher certification endorsement based on work experience without usual litracy courses and testing.
Maine is facing a teacher shortage in many subject areas, particularly in ha more PR
Royal Visitor Officially Opens New Cranfield Facility (10)
CRANFIELD, England, March 12 -- Cranfield University issued the following news release:
Sir Peter Gregson, Cranfield University's Chief Executive and Vice-Chancellor, welcomed His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent, to the Bedfordshire campus on Thursday 8 March, 2018, to officially open the new IMEC (intelligent mobility engineering centre) building.
His Royal Highness unveiled a plaque in the foyer alongside a BAR F1 racing car, and then went on to view the extensive IMEC facility. The building more PR
Rural and Remote Communities in Alberta Will Benefit From Faster Internet (10)
OTTAWA, Ontario, March 15 -- Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (formerly Industry Canada), an arm of the Canadian government, issued the following news release:
Internet access serves as more than just a convenience; it is an essential means by which citizens, businesses and institutions access information, offer services and create opportunities that could otherwise be out of reach. Through an investment of $17.1 million, the Government of Canada is helping to bring new or im more PR
Rural and Remote Communities in British Columbia Will Benefit From Faster Internet (10)
OTTAWA, Ontario, March 13 -- Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (formerly Industry Canada), an arm of the Canadian government, issued the following news release:
Internet access serves as more than just a convenience: it is an essential means by which citizens, businesses, and institutions access information, offer services and create opportunities that could otherwise be out of reach. The Government of Canada, in partnership with the Government of British Columbia and private more PR
Rural, Remote Communities in Alberta Will Benefit From Faster Internet (10)
CALGARY, Alberta, March 15 -- The Canadian Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development issued the following news release:
Internet access serves as more than just a convenience; it is an essential means by which citizens, businesses and institutions access information, offer services and create opportunities that could otherwise be out of reach. Through an investment of $17.1 million, the Government of Canada is helping to bring new or improved high-speed Internet to Canadians in more PR
Rural, Remote Communities in British Columbia Will Benefit From Faster Internet (10)
SKIDEGATE, British Columbia, March 13 -- The Canadian Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development issued the following news release:
Internet access serves as more than just a convenience: it is an essential means by which citizens, businesses, and institutions access information, offer services and create opportunities that could otherwise be out of reach. The Government of Canada, in partnership with the Government of British Columbia and private investors, is helping to bring more PR
Saint Augustine's University HBCU Teaching Fellows Attends Kick-off Meeting (10)
RALEIGH, North Carolina, March 14 -- St. Augustine's University issued the following news releases:
Four Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) - Johnson C. Smith University - Charlotte, NC; North Carolina Central University - Durham, NC; Bennett College - Greensboro, NC; and Saint Augustine's University - Raleigh, NC have joined forces to
* strengthen the interest in the future of learning and education among students, and
* develop connections across HBCUs and in the educatio more PR
Sanofi Mentorship Program Offers Guidance for Students (10)
NORTH BRANCH, New Jersey, March 12 -- Raritan Valley Community College issued the following news release:
After coming to the US from Nigeria in 2014, Janet Adeleke felt she needed some extra help navigating college life and transitioning into the professional world. The Raritan Valley Community College student has found the help she needed thanks to the Sanofi US Corporate Mentor Program, which connects RVCC students with industry professionals to enhance their educational experience.
"Being more PR
Santa Fe Community College Announces Partnership With Microgrid Systems Laboratory (10)
SANTA FE, N.M., March 14 -- Santa Fe Community College issued the following news release:
The Microgrid Systems Laboratory (MSL), a consortium focused on energy systems innovation, announced today its ongoing collaboration with Santa Fe Community College (SFCC). MSL currently has 15 Member organizations worldwide, spanning the education, utility, industry, and research sectors. Microgrids are community-scale integrated energy systems, and SFCC is MSL's primary collaborator for workforce educati more PR
SB 1362 Would Disrupt Education for 233,000 Charter Public School Students (10)
LOS ANGELES, California, March 14 -- California Charter Schools Association issued the following news release:
If enacted, SB 1362 (Beall) would threaten closure of 40% of charter public schools currently operating throughout the state and disrupt the education of 233,000 public school students. This legislation would also impose a chilling effect on all future charter school approvals. Further, while SB 1362 is premised on removing barriers to a high quality public education for all students, more PR
SCF, Manatee-Sarasota Communications and Marketing Department Wins Four Awards (10)
BRADENTON, Florida, March 15 -- State College of Florida's Manatee-Sarasota campus (formerly Manatee Community College) issued the following news release:
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota's (SCF) Communications and Marketing (CAM) department has won four awards in the 33rd annual Educational Advertising Awards competition. More than 2,250 entries were received from over 1,000 colleges, universities and secondary schools from all fifty states and several foreign countries. Agencies rep more PR
Scholarships Available Through Adirondack Foundation, Crary Foundation (10)
LAKE PLACID, New York, March 15 -- The Adirondack Foundation issued the following news release:
This spring, Adirondack Foundation will award up to $140,000 in scholarship grants to students and families seeking financial aid for higher education. The Bruce L. Crary Foundation, a supporting organization of Adirondack Foundation, is offering $300,000 in scholarships to area students.
At Adirondack Foundation, a limited number of scholarships are available for current college students; the major more PR
Scholastic to Offer My Arabic Library for Pre-K and Kindergarten Classrooms Worldwide (10)
NEW YORK, March 16 -- Scholastic, a children's publishing, education and media company, issued the following news release:
Scholastic, the global children's publishing, education, and media company, today announced the expansion of My Arabic Library (TM), the first leveled reading program available in Arabic for grades 1-6, to include educational materials for Pre-K and kindergarten classrooms. My Arabic Library for Pre-K and kindergarten includes 25 beloved titles that have been adapted into M more PR
School of Health Sciences Hosts Networking Event (10)
GALLOWAY, New Jersey, March 12 -- Richard Stockton College issued the following news:
Mary Harstell, program manager for the Camden County Educational Services Commission, came to the Health Sciences Professional Networking Event hosted by the Stockton University School of Health Sciences to let students know that they have job openings.
"We want people to know about us," Hartsell said. "Our therapists love Stockton graduates because they have had good training."
That was good news to Sabrin more PR
School of Nursing Launches Partnership With Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center (10)
PORTLAND, Oregon, March 15 -- The University of Portland issued the following news release:
Nurses at Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center in partnership with the University of Portland have launched a new nurse training program; a first in Washington State and in Legacy Health. The University of Portland developed DEU (Dedicated Education Unit) as a new model for teaching nursing students in clinical rotations.
"It's a remarkable way we can use the strengths of both organizations, bringing toge more PR
School Technology Leaders Go to Washington to Meet With Policymakers (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The Consortium for School Networking issued the following news release:
Nearly 100 school technology leaders from across the country are in Washington, DC, today to urge policymakers to advance and preserve critical education technology policies.
Led by CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking), ISTE (the International Society for Technology in Education) and SETDA (the State Educational Technology Directors Association), the EdTech Advocacy and Policy Summit 2018 wil more PR
Schools.com Ranks Mines Mechanical Engineering Department in Top 10 Nationwide (10)
RAPID CITY, South Dakota, March 15 -- The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology issued the following news release:
The South Dakota School of Mines & Technology department of Mechanical Engineering has been ranked sixth in the nation by Schools.com.
Schools.com bases its rankings on data from the United States Department of Education. Utilizing a 13-point rating system, Schools.com ranks more than 1,600 U.S. schools based on affordability, flexibility and other quantitative factors, incl more PR
Schuette Jumps to Defend Long-Time Special Interest Donor Betsy DeVos After She Flunked 60 Minutes Interview (10)
LANSING, Michigan, March 14 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release:
Bill Schuette is now jumping to defend Betsy DeVos after her disastrous interview with 60 Minutes, tweeting on Tuesday afternoon: "Betsy DeVos is a smart and gifted leader in education."
The praise from Schuette comes as the Secretary of Education is facing criticism because she couldn't even defend her own failed record on education in Michigan--and after the Michigan Democratic Party predicted Sch more PR
Science and Math Expo Coming Up April 5 (10)
GALLATIN, Tennessee, March 15 -- Volunteer State Community College issued the following news release:
The Parris Powers Science and Math Expo at Volunteer State Community College is coming up on April 5. It's a fun day of science learning for kids K-8 and their parents and grandparents. There will be dozens of hands-on demonstrations and activities. Those exhibits are put together by Vol State students, who gain a new perspective on science and math education. Topics will include: water propert more PR
Seattle Preschool Program Expands to More Than 76 Classrooms Serving at Least 1,400 Children (10)
SEATTLE, Washington, March 15 -- Seattle Mayor Jenny A. Durkan issued the following news release:
Mayor Jenny A. Durkan announced the expansion of the Seattle Preschool Program into at least 22 additional classrooms for the 2018 - 2019 school year, which will serve at least 1,400 children across the City in more than 76 classrooms. In addition, she celebrated the launch of its application cycle for the next school year.
As applications open for the Seattle Preschool Program Pilot, the program more PR
Second FOG Prevention Conference Draws Diverse Crowd, Spurs Important Discussion (10)
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, March 12 -- NSF International issued the following news release:
In February 2018, NSF International hosted its second annual Fat, Oil and Grease (FOG) Prevention Conference, bringing together a range of industry professionals from plumbing inspectors and consultants to engineers and municipal city officials.
This topic is important in the wake of FOG masses causing permanent damage to municipal sewer systems around the world. In September 2017, a mass of fats, oils and gr more PR
Secretary DeVos Issues Full Forgiveness of HBCU Hurricane Relief Loans (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release:
U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos announced full forgiveness of the hurricane relief loans provided to four Historically Black Colleges and Universities after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita struck the Gulf Coast in 2005.
"This additional disaster relief will lift a huge burden and enable the four HBCUs to continue their focus on serving their students and communities," said DeVos. "This relief provid more PR
Secretary-General's Remarks at Opening of Commission on Status of Women (10)
NEW YORK, March 12 -- United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres issued the following statement on status of women:
"It is wonderful to be here at the Commission on the Status of Women, one of the most dynamic intergovernmental bodies, at such a pivotal moment for the rights of women and girls.
"Across the world, women are telling their stories and provoking important and necessary conversations - in villages and cities; in boardrooms and bedrooms; in the streets and in the corridors of more PR
Security Industry Association Opens Registration for SIA GovSummit 2018 (10)
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, March 12 -- The Security Industry Association issued the following news release:
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has opened registration for its annual public policy and government security technology conference, SIA GovSummit. At the 2018 SIA GovSummit, security industry leaders and government officials meet and examine technology requirements, review policy trends, and address evolving security challenges. Additionally, the Secure Schools Roundtable on day of more PR
Selkirk College Welcomes Students Through Entrance Scholarships (10)
CASTLEGAR, British Columbia, March 14 -- Selkirk College issued the following news release:
Selkirk College awards almost $400,000 in scholarships and bursaries each year to help students offset the cost of a post-secondary education. Now is the time for high school students to apply for Entrance Scholarships that provide an excellent start to pursuing a college education.
High school students from around the West Kootenay and Boundary region with sights on starting their post-secondary journe more PR
Sen. Alexander Issues Statement on Approval of NLRB, Education, Mine Safety Nominees (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The office of Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tennessee, chairman of the Senate Health Committee, issued the following statement after the committee approved four nominees for the National Labor Relations Board, Education Department and the Mine Safety and Health Review Commission:
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Alexander on John Ring, nominated to serve as a member of the National Labor Relations Board: "Mr. Ring has varied experiences that will be a strength as a member of the nation's labor board - more PR
Sen. Alexander Issues Statement on NLRB, Education, Mine Safety Nominees (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tennessee, chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following statement on the nominees for National Labor Relations Board, assistant secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education, director of the Institute of Education Services, and Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission:
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Alexander on John Ring, nominated to serve as a member of the National Labor Relations Board: "Mr. Ring has varied more PR
Sen. Blunt Bill to Improve Education and Economic Opportunities for Low-Income Families Passes Senate (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The office of Sen. Roy Blunt, R-Missouri, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Roy Blunt (Mo.) today announced that his Family Self-Sufficiency Act passed as part of the bipartisan Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief and Consumer Protection Act. The Senate passed the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief and Consumer Protection Act, which would roll back excessive Dodd-Frank regulations on community banks and credit unions, by a vote of 67-31.
"The Family Self-Su more PR
Sen. Boozman Highlights Service of First Arkansas Female Command Sergeant Major in Recognition of Women's History Month (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The office of Sen. John Boozman, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) recognized the groundbreaking path Command Sergeant Major (retired) Deborah Collins paved in her 39 years of service with the Arkansas Army National Guard in 'Salute to Veterans,' a series recognizing the military service of Arkansans.
Collins, born in Booneville and raised in Russellville, graduated from Russellville High School. She is from a family with a more PR
Sen. Cassidy Urges Department of Education to Provide Guidance on Most Effective Anti-Opioid Addiction Education (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- 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's Subcommittee on Children and Families, is urging the U.S. Department of Education to conduct a comprehensive review of states' efforts to educate children on the dangers of opioid abuse, and provide guidelines to states on how schools can most effectively implement anti-add more PR
Sen. Collins Introduces Bill on Providing Information to Health Insurance Enrollees (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- Sen. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, has introduced legislation (S. 2554) to "ensure that health insurance issuers and group health plans do not prohibit pharmacy providers from providing certain information to enrollees."
The bill was introduced on March 14 and was co-sponsored by Sens. Claire McCaskill, D-Mo., John Barrasso, R-Wyo., Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich., and Bill Cassidy, R-La. It was referred to the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee.
For more inf more ST
Sen. Collins Recognizes Public Schools Week (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- Sen. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, issued the following statement, which was published in the Congressional Record on March 12, on recognizing Public Schools Week:
Mr. President, across America, nearly 100,000 public schools open the door of opportunity to more than 50 million students from kindergarten through high school. In honor of this remarkable national accomplishment, I rise today to join Senator Tester in recognizing March 12 through 16 as Public Schools Week.
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Sen. Coons Introduces Resolution to Recognize AmeriCorps Members, Alumni (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- Sen. Christopher Coons, D-Del., has introduced a resolution (S.Res. 434) "recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni to the lives of the people of the U.S."
The resolution was introduced on March 14 and has 33 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Sens. Thad Cochran, R-Miss., Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., Roger Wicker, R-Miss., Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., Bill Cassidy, R-La., Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., Roy Blunt, R-Mo., Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., John Boozman, R-Ark more ST
Sen. Cortez Masto, Colleagues Call for Top DeVos Adviser's Recusal From Decisions on For-Profit Colleges Owned by Former Employer (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The office of Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Richard Durbin (D-Ill.), Kamala Harris (D-Calif.), Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), and Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) in sending a letter to Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos requesting information on whether her Senior Counselor Robert Eitel plans to recuse himself from matters related to the proposed merger of more PR
Sen. Delph: Resolution to Study Divorce Law Passes Senate (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 12 -- The Indiana Senate Republicans issued the following news release:
Senate Resolution 32, authored by State Sen. Mike Delph (R-Carmel), passed the Indiana Senate by unanimous voice vote on the floor today.
SR 32 would explore the topics of post-secondary education financial support, allowing spousal maintenance up to the length of the marriage that was dissolved, and awarding an annual amount up to 40 percent of the payer's annual income.
Sen. Delph said he au more PR
Sen. Eckerty: Key Workforce Development Bills Pass General Assembly (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 15 -- The Indiana Senate Republicans issued the following news release:
Hoosier students, workers and employers will benefit from today's passage of two companion bills addressing workforce development issues, said State Sen. Doug Eckerty (R-Yorktown).
Both Senate Enrolled Act 50 and House Enrolled Act 1002 have now passed the General Assembly and are ready for Gov. Holcomb's signature. The bills were part of the Senate Republicans' and House Republicans' respectiv more PR
Sen. Ernst Introduces Bill on DoD Educational Assistance Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, has introduced legislation (S. 2534) to amend title 10, U.S. Code, "to permit individuals who are eligible for assistance under a Department of Defense educational assistance program or authority to use such tuition assistance for licensing and certification programs offered by entities other than an institution of higher education."
The bill was introduced on March 12 and was co-sponsored by Sens. Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., and Jon Tester, D-Mont. I more ST
Sen. Fischer Roundtable In Omaha Focuses on Mental Health and School Safety (10)
OMAHA, Nebraska, March 16 -- The office of Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release:
Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb) convened a roundtable discussion with mental health professionals, law enforcement representatives, and Nebraska education officials. During the conversation, the panel discussed ways to better address mental health and school safety issues.
"Today's roundtable provided an important forum to listen and discuss how we can be proactive in treating me more PR
Sen. Harris at 7th Annual Y for Youth Luncheon: 'Our Youth Have Always Been Our Future' (10)
SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 12 -- The office of Sen. Kamala D. Harris, D-California, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Kamala D. Harris delivered remarks on Friday at the YMCA's 7th Annual Y for Youth Luncheon in San Francisco, an event celebrating young leaders who have succeeded in the face of adversity and are making an impact in their communities. Harris reflected on the connection between education and public safety, the challenges facing the country today, and the past more PR
Sen. Heitkamp Announces Major Federal Investment to Serve Students in Standing Rock & Oberon (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The office of Sen. Heidi Heitkamp, D-North Dakota, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp announced two federal grants totaling over $10 million to the Solen School District and the Oberon School District to construct new elementary schools due to the unacceptable conditions of the current buildings.
Heitkamp has long fought for more federal resources to construct a new elementary school in Cannon Ball. In 2014 Heitkamp pressured the President an more PR
Sen. Hirono Reiterates Support for Students and Teachers During National Public Schools Week (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The office of Sen. Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release:
Senator Mazie K. Hirono reiterated her commitment to supporting Hawaii's public schools and fighting against Betsy DeVos and the Trump administration's efforts to undermine public education during National Public Schools Week.
"Our nation's public schools are foundational to the success of millions of students in Hawaii and across the country," Senator Hirono said. "At a time when Betsy DeV more PR
Sen. McConnell Issues Statement on Tax Reform (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, issued the following statement, which was published in the Congressional Record on March 15, on Tax Reform:
Mr. President, on one final matter, few subjects are closer to the heart of parents than their children's education. That is why Republicans made sure the historic tax reform we passed last year included a provision, championed by Senator Cruz and others, that will help parents choose an education for their children that makes sens more PR
Sen. McConnell Sponsors Critical School Safety Legislation (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The office of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) joined U.S. Senator Orrin Hatch (R-UT) and a bipartisan group of Senators in introducing the Students, Teachers, and Officers Preventing (STOP) School Violence Act of 2018. The bipartisan legislation authorizes funds for school security improvements and investment in early intervention and prevention programs to stop scho more PR
Sen. Murray Issues Remarks on 340B Discounted Drug Prices Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following remarks at a hearing on the 340B program to ensure access to discounted drug prices:
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Senator Murray highlighted several 340B receiving entities in Washington state and shared stories about how the savings have helped these organizations serve struggling patients. Senator Murray spoke about the importance of having transpare more PR
Sen. Patty Murray Demands Answers From Department of Defense on Appalling Failure to Address Sexual Assault Against Children on Military Installations (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The office of Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) sent a letter to Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis demanding answers and immediate intervention in light of an Associated Press (AP) investigation that found a massive failure by the Department of Defense (DoD) to address cases where children of servicemembers were sexually assaulted by other children on military installations and in Department of Defense more PR
Sen. Rubio Urges Senate to Tighten Federal Funding for U.S. Schools With Confucius Institutes (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The office of Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) urged the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) to include language in the upcoming Higher Education Reauthorization Act to address Chinese government-run programs known as Confucius Institutes. Specifically, he urged the committee to make it harder for China to evade reporting requirements for any money it gives to U.S. colleges a more PR
Sen. Schumer: Toys R Us Is in Serious Threat of Closure & May Soon Shutter, Leaving Consumers Stuck With Useless Gift Cards (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The office of Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release:
On the heels of swirling reports concerning the future of retailer Toys R Us, U.S. Senator Charles Schumer has announced today that he is urging the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to step in amidst very real and serious concerns for the company's longevity, particularly as it relates to gift cards purchased by consumers. Schumer is asking the FTC to take an immediate look into the compa more PR
Sen. Smith Introduces Bill on National Health Service Corps Obligated Services (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Sen. Tina Smith, D-Minn., has introduced legislation (S. 2533) to amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to "allow National Health Service Corps members to provide obligated service as behavioral and mental health professionals at schools, other community-based settings, or patient homes."
The bill was introduced on March 12 and was co-sponsored by Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska. It was referred to the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee.
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Sen. Stabenow Pays Tribute Michigan Parent Teacher Association (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Michigan, issued the following statement, which was published in the Congressional Record on March 14, paying tribute to the Michigan Parent Teacher Association:
Mr. President, today I wish to pay special tribute to the Michigan Parent Teacher Association, which this year is celebrating 100 years of advocacy on behalf of Michigan's children and families.
A lot has changed since the Michigan PTA was first established in Battle Creek on May 19, 191 more PR
Sen. Tester Demands DeVos Listen to Montana Students, Teachers, Parents (10)
BIG SANDY, Montana, March 16 -- The office of Sen. Jon Tester, D-Montana, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Jon Tester is holding Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos accountable to students, teachers, and educators to ensure Montanans have a say in education policies.
To cap off #PublicSchoolsWeek, Tester demanded an update on how DeVos' Department of Education is implementing the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), a landmark bill to free public schools from the one-size-fits-all more PR
Sen. Tester Introduces Bill to Hire More School Nurses, Improve Student Health in Montana (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The office of Sen. Jon Tester, D-Montana, issued the following news release:
To kick off #PublicSchoolsWeek, U.S. Senator and former music teacher Jon Tester today introduced the Nurses for Under-Resourced Schools Everywhere (NURSE) Act, a bill to help rural and underserved schools in Montana hire school nurses and improve student health.
Montana schools often serve as a primary provider of health care services to children and youth. However only four Montana counties m more PR
Sen. Tester Introduces Bill to Hold Government Accountable to Montana Students (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The office of Sen. Jon Tester, D-Montana, issued the following news release:
As part of his ongoing effort to strengthen public education and increase local control, U.S. Senator Jon Tester today introduced the IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) Full Funding Act during #PublicSchoolsWeek.
This legislation will force the federal government to relieve some of the financial burden on states and local school districts that are providing students with a quali more PR
Sen. Tester Introduces Bill to Increase Numbers of School Nurses (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont., has introduced legislation (S. 2532) to "make demonstration grants to eligible local educational agencies or consortia of eligible local educational agencies for the purpose of increasing the numbers of school nurses in public elementary schools and secondary schools."
The bill was introduced on March 12. It was referred to the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee.
For more information, Sen. Jon Tester, 311 Hart Senate Office more ST
Sen. Tester, Bullock Demand FCC Cut Red Tape, Deliver High-Speed Internet for Montana Students (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The office of Sen. Jon Tester, D-Montana, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Jon Tester and Governor Steve Bullock are calling on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to update a program aimed at bringing broadband to rural schools, following a report that applications are facing long delays and denials.
Tester and Bullock are urging FCC Chairman Ajit Pai to reform the E-Rate Program, an FCC initiative that provides discounts on telecommunications se more PR
Sen. Tester: Public Schools Week (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Sen. Jon Tester, D-Montana, issued the following statement, which was published in the Congressional Record on March 13:
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the following statement be printed in the Record on behalf of AASA; the School Superintendents Association; Afterschool Alliance; Alliance for Excellent Education; American Association of School Librarians; American Association of School Libraries; American Federation of Teachers; American Federation of Labor more PR
Sen. Van Hollen Introduces Bill on Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., has introduced legislation (S. 2542) to amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act "to provide full Federal funding of such part."
The bill was introduced on March 13 and has six co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Sens. Jon Tester, D-Mont., Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, Ron Wyden, D-Ore., Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., and Margaret Wood Hassan, D-N.H.
The legislation was referred to the Senate Health, Educa more ST
Sen. Van Hollen Recognizes 50th Anniversary of International Baccalaureate (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following statement, which was published in the Congressional Record on March 12, recognizing the 50th anniversary of the International Baccalaureate:
Mr. President, today I wish to recognize the 50th anniversary of the founding of the International Baccalaureate, which has made significant contributions to educating students around the world.
In 2018, the IB celebrates 50 years of a curriculum that prioritizes critical thin more PR
Sen. Warren, Colleagues Seek Update From FEMA, Army Corps on Power Restoration Efforts in Puerto Rico (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The office of Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
United States Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Bernard Sanders (I-Vt.), and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) today sent a letter to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Army Corps) regarding ongoing concerns about, and requesting information on, federal efforts to restore the electric grid in Puerto Rico more PR
Sen. Wyden Co-Sponsors Legislation to Fully Fund Special Education (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The office of Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden today announced he is co-sponsoring a bill that would finally ensure Congress' commitment to fully fund the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), decades-old legislation to ensure every child with a disability has access to educational opportunity.
Wyden said the IDEA Full Funding Act introduced by Sens. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., and Jon Tester, D-Mont., would fi more PR
Senate Approves Bill Expanding Zone of Safety to Better Protect Victims of Predators (10)
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, March 12 -- The Oklahoma Senate issued the following news release:
Oklahoma has long protected schools, day care centers and parks with "zones of safety" aimed at keeping convicted sex offenders away from potential victims. But a case in Bristow brought attention to a loophole in the law--a loophole Sen. James Leewright, R- Bristow, and Rep. Kyle Hilbert, R-Depew, are working to close this legislative session. Senate Bill 1221 was approved unanimously by the full Senate more PR
Senate Approves Medicaid Reform Bill (10)
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, March 13 -- The Oklahoma Senate issued the following news release:
Oklahoma leads 25 other states in the percentage of citizen's personal income spent on welfare but is only higher than eight other states in the percentage spent on education funding. Sen. Josh Brecheen wants the state to shift its funding priorities.
The Senate approved his Senate Bill 1030 Monday afternoon to reform the state's Medicaid program by lowering the working-age/able-bodied parent/caretaker more PR
Senate Armed Services Committee Issues Testimony From U.S. Africa Command (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Senate Armed Services Committee issued the following testimony by Gen. Thomas D. Waldhauser, commander of U.S. Africa Command, at a hearing to examine U.S. Central Command and U.S. Africa Command:
"Chairman McCain, Ranking Member Reed, distinguished members of the committee, thank you for the opportunity to update you on the efforts of U.S. Africa Command to protect and promote U.S. vital interests in Africa. At the outset, I want to remember the soldiers in Niger an more PR
Senate Armed Services Committee Issues Testimony From U.S. Central Command (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Senate Armed Services Committee issued the following testimony by Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Central Command, at a hearing to examine U.S. Central Command and U.S. Africa Command:
"Last month I walked down the main street of Raqqah, the former capital of the brutal Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS). Amidst the mountains of rubble, reminiscent of European cities in World War II, vegetable sellers and falafel carts have set up shop, Raqqawi citizens a more PR
Senate Armed Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Air Forces Cyber (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Senate Armed Services subcommittee on Cybersecurity issued the following testimony by Gen. Christopher Weggeman, commander of the 24th Air Force and of Air Forces Cyber, at a hearing entitled "Cyber Posture of the Services":
"Chairman Rounds, Ranking Member Nelson, and distinguished members of the Subcommittee, thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today, along with my fellow Service Cyber Component Commanders. I look forward to discussing the Air Force' more PR
Senate Armed Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From U.S. Army Cyber Command (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Senate Armed Services subcommittee on Cybersecurity issued the following testimony by Lt. Gen. Paul M. Nakasone, commander of U.S. Army Cyber Command, at a hearing entitled "Cyber Posture of the Services":
"Chairman Rounds, Ranking Member Nelson, and Members of the Subcommittee, I want to thank you for your continued support of U.S. Army Cyber Command (ARCYBER) and our efforts operationalizing cyberspace for the Army in support of our warfighting commanders. It's an more PR
Senate Commerce, Science & Transportation Committee Issues Testimony From Secretary of Labor (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee issued the following testimony by Secretary of Labor R. Alexander Acosta at a hearing entitled "Rebuilding Infrastructure in America: Administration Perspectives":
"Chairman Thune, Ranking Member Nelson, and members of the committee, thank you for the invitation to testify today. I am pleased to outline how the President's infrastructure plan will strengthen the greatest workforce in the world - the American workf more PR
Senate Companion to Rep. Banks' Education Savings Accounts for Military Families Act Introduced (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Rep. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senators Ben Sasse (R-NE) and Tim Scott (R-SC) have introduced the Senate companion to the Education Savings Accounts for Military Families Act, legislation recently introduced by Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03). This legislation would provide military families with the option of establishing an education savings account (ESA).
"Senators Sasse and Scott are both strong advocates for military families and u more PR
Senate Conducted Five Committee Hearings on March 14 (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The Senate conducted Five committee hearings on March 14:
*Armed Services:
Subcommittee on Strategic Forces:
To examine Department of Energy atomic energy defense activities and programs in review of the Defense Authorization Request for fiscal year 2019 and the Future Years Defense Program, including continued actions needed to address management challenges, after receiving testimony from Lisa E. Gordon-Hagerty, Under Secretary for Nuclear Security, James M. Owendoff, more PR
Senate Energy & Natural Resources Committee Issues Testimony From Secretary of Interior (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee issued the following testimony by Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke at a hearing is to examine President Trump's budget request for the Department of the Interior for fiscal 2019:
"Chairman Murkowski, Ranking Member Cantwell, and Members of the Committee, I am pleased to appear before you today to discuss the 2019 President's Budget for the Department of the Interior. The 2019 Budget Request for Interior is $11.7 billion. The more PR
Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From World Food Programme (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate Foreign Relations subcommittee on Multilateral International Development, Multilateral Institutions and International Economic, Energy, and Environmental Policy issued the following testimony by David Beasley, executive director of the World Food Programme, at a hearing entitled "Why Food Security Matters":
"Chairman Young, Ranking Member Merkley, members of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Multilateral International Development, Multilateral Insti more PR
Senate HELP Committee Issues Testimony From American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by Joseph Hill, director of the government relations division for American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, at a hearing entitled "Perspectives on the 340B Drug Pricing Program":
"Good morning, and thank you, Chairman Alexander, Ranking Member Murray, and distinguished Members of the Committee, for the opportunity to testify today. My name is Joseph Hill, and I am the Director more PR
Senate HELP Committee Issues Testimony From Carolina Health Centers (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by Sue Veer, president and CEO of Carolina Health Centers, at a hearing entitled "Perspectives on the 340B Drug Pricing Program":
"Good morning Chairman Alexander, Ranking Member Murray and Members of the Committee.
"My name is Sue Veer. I am the President and CEO of Carolina Health Centers, Inc. (CHC) a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that serves as the primary care medic more PR
Senate HELP Committee Sets Hearing on 340B Drug Pricing Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following upcoming hearing: Perspectives on the 340B Drug Pricing Program at 430 Dirksen Senate Office Building at 10 a.m. on March 15:
Witnesses
Bruce Siegel, President and Chief Executive Officer, America's Essential Hospitals, Washington, DC
Lori M. Reilly, Executive Vice President, Policy, Research & Membership, Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America, Washington, DC
Sue Veer, Presi more PR
Senate HELP Committee Sets Hearing on NLRB, Education, FMSH Nominees (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following hearing information: Nominees of National Labor Relations Board, Director and Assistant Secretary of Education, Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission at S-216 U.S. Capitol at 4:05 p.m. on March 14:
Agenda
* Nomination of John Ring to be Member, National Labor Relations Board
* Nomination of Frank Brogan to be Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education, Department more PR
Senate Indian Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Indian Health Service (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate Indian Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Michael Toedt, chief medical officer of the Indian Health Service, at an oversight hearing entitled "Opioids in Indian Country: Beyond the Crisis to Healing the Community":
"Chairman and Members of the Committee:
"Good afternoon, Chairman Hoeven, Vice-Chairman Udall, and Members of the Committee. I am Dr. Michael Toedt, Chief Medical Officer, Indian Health Service (IHS). I earned my Doctorate of Medic more PR
Senate Indian Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From National Indian Health Board (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate Indian Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Samuel Moose, treasurer for the National Indian Health Board, at an oversight hearing entitled "Opioids in Indian Country: Beyond the Crisis to Healing the Community":
"Chairman Hoeven, Vice Chairman Udall, and Members of the Committee, the National Indian Health Board (NIHB) thanks you for holding the hearing, "Opioids in Indian Country: Beyond the Crisis to Healing the Community." On behalf of NIHB a more PR
Senate Indian Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate Indian Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Jolene George, behavioral health director for the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe, at an oversight hearing entitled "Opioids in Indian Country: Beyond the Crisis to Healing the Community":
"Thank you, members of the Committee, on behalf of the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe, for the opportunity to present the impacts of the opioid epidemic on our Tribe, our response, and what we need from Congress in order to more PR
Senate Passes Balanced Budget Focused on Education, Public Safety, $3.3 Billion Reserves (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, March 11 -- Florida Senate President Joe Negron issued the following news release:
The Florida Senate today passed House Bill 5001, the 2018-19 General Appropriations Act, a balanced state budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The budget provides unprecedented K-12 per student funding, makes key investments in Florida Forever Programs, and prioritizes funding for vulnerable residents of Florida's nursing homes, while setting aside $3.3 billion in total reserves.
"This bala more PR
Senate Proposes Largest Ever State Commitment to Prevent Heroin and Opioid Abuse (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 13 -- The New York State Senate (majority) issued the following news release:
Senate Budget Proposal Includes $265 Million for Drug Prevention and Treatment,Addresses Fentanyl and Other Deadly Synthetics, Protects Children and Adults from Opioid Exposure, Strengthens Enforcement
The New York State Senate Majority today unveiled details of their extensive response to the challenges facing communities in the fight against opioids and heroin. As part of the Senate's 2018-1 more PR
Senate to Act on 2018-19 Budget Resolution That Controls Spending, Protects Hardworking Taxpayers (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 14 -- The New York State Senate (majority) issued the following news release:
The New York State Senate today will act on a 2018-19 budget plan that promotes affordability, opportunity, and security for all New Yorkers. This fiscally responsible plan keeps state spending within the two-percent cap and serves as a blueprint for the creation of a better budget and a stronger, safer, and more prosperous New York.
It includes none of the new taxes and fees proposed by the E more PR
Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Air Force Sergeants Association (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Jeffrey Ledoux, international president of the Air Force Sergeants Association, at a joint hearing with the House Veterans' Affairs Committee to examine the legislative presentation of multiple veterans service organizations:
"Chairmen Isakson and Chairmen Roe, on behalf of the Air Force Sergeants Association (AFSA), we thank you for this opportunity to offer the views of our members on legislative more PR
Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Blinded Veterans Association (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Paul L. Mimms, national vice president of the Blinded Veterans Association, at a joint hearing with the House Veterans' Affairs Committee to examine the legislative presentation of multiple veterans service organizations:
"Chairman Isakson, Chairman Roe, Ranking Members Tester and Walz, and distinguished Members of the Committees on Veterans Affairs, on behalf of the Blinded Veterans Association (BV more PR
Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Gold Star Wives of America (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Cyndie Gibson, member of the Government Relations Committee of Gold Star Wives of America, at a joint hearing with the House Veterans' Affairs Committee to examine the legislative presentation of multiple veterans service organizations:
"Chairman Senator Isakson (R-GA), Chairman Representative Roe (R-TN), Ranking Member Senator Tester (D-MT), Ranking Member Representative Waltz (D-MN), and distingui more PR
Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Military Officers Association of America (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Rene Campos, senior director of the Military Officers Association of America, at a joint hearing with the House Veterans' Affairs Committee to examine the legislative presentation of multiple veterans service organizations:
"Chairman Isakson, Chairman Roe, Ranking Members Tester and Walz, on behalf of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), I am grateful for the opportunity to present t more PR
Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Military Order of Purple Heart (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Neil Van Ess, national commander of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, at a joint hearing with the House Veterans' Affairs Committee to examine the legislative presentation of multiple veterans service organizations:
"Chairmen Isakson and Roe, Ranking Members Tester and Walz, and Members of the Committees, on behalf of the approximately 46,000 members of the Military Order of the Purple Heart ( more PR
Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Retired Enlisted Association (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by John Adams, national president of the Retired Enlisted Association, at a joint hearing with the House Veterans' Affairs Committee to examine the legislative presentation of multiple veterans service organizations:
"Chairmen Isakson and Roe, Ranking Members Tester and Walz and distinguished members of both Committees:
"It is an honor for me to speak before this Joint Committee hearing about TREA's l more PR
Sens. Collins, Tester Join Nationwide Public Schools Week Celebration (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The office of Sen. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, issued the following news release:
From March 12 to 16, U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Jon Tester (D-MT) are joining students, teachers, and administrators from across the country to celebrate Public Schools Week, a nationwide initiative to highlight the important of America's public education system.
"During my Senate service, I have had the pleasure of visiting more than 200 schools throughout my home State of Main more PR
Sens. Durbin, Hassan Call on Ashford University to Halt New GI Bill Enrollments Amid Questions of Eligibility (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The office of Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) today called on Bridgepoint Education - Ashford University's parent company - to immediately halt new GI Bill enrollments at Ashford until their eligibility is resolved with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). With its future GI Bill eligibility in doubt, Ashford University announced on November 14, 2017, that it would volunt more PR
Sens. Hassan, Shaheen Cosponsor Legislation to Fully Fund Special Education (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The office of Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release:
Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) this week cosponsored the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Full Funding Act to ensure Congress's commitment to fully fund the IDEA. In 1975, Congress passed IDEA to ensure that every child with a disability has access to educational opportunity. This legislation was a historic step forward, but since its passage C more PR
Sens. Menendez, Booker Announce $4.5M to Support Head Start Programs (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The office of Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker today announced that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $4,549,485 to support Head Start and Early Head Start programs at various HOPES Community Action Partnership locations throughout Northern New Jersey.
"Every child in New Jersey, regardless of which zip code they live in, deserves the opportunity for quality earl more PR
Sens. Menendez, Pascrell Visit Passaic Redevelopment Site on Latest Jersey Jobs Tour Stop (10)
PASSAIC, New Jersey, March 16 -- The office of Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Bob Menendez and Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. (N.J.-09) today toured the ongoing revitalization of the historic People's Bank Building, the tallest tower in the City of Passaic, to highlight necessary federal programs that have successfully spurred local economic growth and job creation in underserved communities. The site, located in downtown Passaic, is viewed a more PR
Sens. Schumer, Gillibrand Announce $125,000 in Federal Funding for CNY Fair Housing, Inc. in Syracuse (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The office of Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release:
Today, U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced $125,000 in federal funding for CNY Fair Housing, Inc. in Syracuse. The funds were provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Fair Housing Initiatives Program (FHIP) Education and Outreach Initiative grants.
The funding will specifically be used to increase ed more PR
Sens. Schumer, Gillibrand Announce $125,000 in Federal Funding for CNY Fair Housing, Inc. in Syracuse (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The office of Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release:
Today, U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced $125,000 in federal funding for CNY Fair Housing, Inc. in Syracuse. The funds were provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Fair Housing Initiatives Program (FHIP) Education and Outreach Initiative grants.
The funding will specifically be used to increase ed more PR
Sens. Tester, Collins Join Nationwide #PublicSchoolsWeek Celebration (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The office of Sen. Jon Tester, D-Montana, issued the following news release:
From March 12-16, U.S. Senators Jon Tester (D-Mont.) and Susan Collins (R-Maine) are joining students, teachers, and administrators from across the country to celebrate #PublicSchoolsWeek, a nationwide initiative to highlight the importance of America's public education system.
"I'm a former public school student, teacher, and school board member," said Tester. "My mother was a teacher, my aunt more PR
Sens. Van Hollen, Tester Introduce Legislation to Fully Fund Special Education (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The office of Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
Today, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) and Jon Tester (D-Mont.) introduced the IDEA Full Funding Act. This legislation would finally ensure Congress' commitment to fully fund the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). In 1975, Congress passed IDEA to ensure that every child with a disability has access to educational opportunity. This legislation was a historic step for more PR
Seven Colleges Earn $10,000 Grants to Research Conservation Technologies, Programs Through World Water Forum (10)
LOS ANGELES, California, March 12 -- The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California issued the following news release:
Seven California colleges and universities have been selected to receive grants to fund proposals to develop new water conservation and supply technologies in support of a more sustainable water future, as part of the 2018 Southern California World Water Forum.
From a project that contemplates using dew to irrigate urban gardens to another that will consider a new way more PR
Seven Out of 10 Top School Systems Are in East Asia Pacific But More Needs to Be Done, World Bank Says (10)
JAKARTA, Indonesia, March 15 -- The World Bank issued the following news release:
The East Asia and Pacific region has seven of the top ten performing education systems in the world, with schools in China and Vietnam showing significant progress, according to a new World Bank report released today. This is a major accomplishment that offers important lessons to countries around the world. In the rest of the region, however, up to 60 percent of students are in under-performing schools that fail more PR
SEVP Launches Revamped Guide to Studying in the States (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Immigration and Customs Enforcement issued the following news release:
International students who come to the United States must follow a specific set of rules. However, different rules apply depending on the student's education level and program of study. That's why, on Feb. 28, the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), part of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), launc more PR
Sexual Misconduct Survey Informs Prevention Efforts (10)
WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, March 16 -- The College of William and Mary issued the following news story:
All members of the William & Mary community now receive prevention training on sexual harassment and misconduct.
Starting last fall, entering graduate students are required to take Haven Plus training, which is similar to Haven modules that entering freshmen, transfer students, faculty and staff take. The online course includes information on sexual harassment and violence and offers trainees i more PR
SF Board of Education Approves $73.7M Spending Plan for Enrichment Programs (10)
SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 16 -- The San Francisco Unified School District issued the following news release:
The San Francisco Board of Education on Tuesday approved the $73.7 million Public Education Enrichment Fund (PEEF) Expenditure Plan Proposal, which allocates voter-approved funds for sports, libraries, arts, music and other programs in the city's public schools.
The projected spending plan for the 2018-19 school year includes an additional $4.2 million than the previous school ye more PR
SFCC Instructor Doug Crabtree Awarded AAF Lifetime Achievement Award (10)
SPOKANE, Washington, March 12 -- Community Colleges of Spokane issued the following news release:
The American Advertising Federation (AAF) Spokane awarded Doug Crabtree with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the American Advertising Awards on March 10. Crabtree is a graphic design instructor at Spokane Falls Community College.
Every year the AAF AdPro Committee selects an annual advertising professional to be the professional of the year. However, the committee also can designate a Lifetime Ach more PR
Share Your Expertise as an ACRL E-Learning Presenter (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 12 -- The American Library Association issued the following news release:
The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) invites proposal submissions for the association's e-Learning program. Submit a proposal for a webcast or online course and share your knowledge and innovative developments with your colleagues. April 13, 2018, is the submission deadline.
ACRL has identified four key areas in the strategic Plan for Excellence. The association welcomes propo more PR
Shedd Aquarium Names Gary Gordon Chief Financial Officer (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 12 -- Shedd Aquarium issued the following news release:
Shedd Aquarium announced today that Gary Gordon, a finance executive with over 20 years of financial and administrative experience across multiple government sectors, will join its executive team as chief financial officer April 23. In this role, Gordon will be responsible for optimizing organizational performance along with long-term modeling and planning to ensure financial stability for the institution, includin more PR
Sieben Builds on 'Writing Hope Framework' Research With New Book (10)
OLD WESTBURY, New York, March 14 -- The State University of New York-Old Westbury issued the following news release:
Every writer has a unique voice, style, and process; therefore, every student may respond uniquely when learning writing techniques. Dr. Nicole Sieben, Assistant Professor of Adolescence Education and English at SUNY Old Westbury, has long advocated the importance of exploring unique writing processes in secondary school and college classrooms. Her new book, "Writing Hope Strateg more PR
Siemens Donates Cash, Equipment, Software for Industrial Engineering Lab (10)
SOUTHFIELD, Michigan, March 12 -- Lawrence Technological University issued the following news release:
Siemens Corp., the United States subsidiary of the German industrial automation giant Siemens AG, has given $75,000 in cash, hardware and software to Lawrence Technological University. The university will use the donation to equip a new laboratory for its industrial engineering programs.
The donation will be recognized in a March 13 noon event on the LTU campus, and a March 14 formal present more PR
SOEA Named Outstanding Chapter (10)
GOODWELL, Oklahoma, March 13 -- Oklahoma Panhandle State University issued the following news release:
The journey for students in the School of Education oftentimes takes them outside the classrooms on the campus of Oklahoma Panhandle State University and March 2-3, was just one of those very opportunities. 18 Panhandle State students, members of Panhandle State's chapter of the Student Oklahoma Education Association (SOEA) and three faculty advisors traveled to Weatherford, Okla. for Outreach more PR
Speaking Out for Students (10)
UTICA, New York, March 14 -- Utica College issued the following news release:
High-school principal Curtis Lawrence '94 talked new approaches for student safety during a White House conversation on gun violence in February.
In January, a ninth grader at Friendship Collegiate Academy in Washington, D.C. was gunned down walking home from school. The school's principal and UC alum Curtis Lawrence '94 was among the 40 high-school students and teachers--including many from Parkland, Florida--invite more PR
SPJ, GAP Launch 'The Whistleblower Project' (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 12 -- The Society of Professional Journalists issued the following news release:
The Society of Professional Journalists and the Government Accountability Project announce the launch today of "The Whistleblower Project." This project, announced in conjunction with Sunshine Week, is dedicated to spreading awareness to ensure that whistleblowers and the journalists who work with them are protected and supported.
The Whistleblower Project shares best practices for wor more PR
SSC Student Support Programs Host First to Finish Panel (10)
SEMINOLE, Oklahoma, March 16 -- Seminole State College issued the following news release:
The Seminole State College Student Support Services Programs recently hosted a "First to Finish" event on campus featuring a panel of three individuals, all first in their family to graduate from college.
During the program, the three panelists shared their personal experiences as first-generation college students by answering a series of questions. They discussed fear and other obstacles encountered duri more PR
SSC Supporters Attend Regional Legislative Tour (10)
SEMINOLE, Oklahoma, March 13 -- Seminole State College issued the following news release:
Supporters of Seminole State College were guests at the Southeast Oklahoma Legislative Tour hosted by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education last week in McAlester.
Dr. Glen D. Johnson, Chancellor of the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education, met with the group of area legislators and friends of higher education to discuss the importance of higher education in improving the economy and busine more PR
St. John's College: A Foundation for Art (10)
ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, March 15 -- St. John's College issued the following news release:
When visual artist Rebecca Sprague (SF19) enrolled in St. John's College, she found that it confirmed some of her preconceptions while defying others.
"I expected to study works of art and literature and make a connection between them," she says. "What I didn't expect was to be able to connect subjects like math and physics to visual art. I never considered math and physics to be creative subjects."
Now, ho more PR
St. Joseph's College's Latest Campaign Wins Educational Advertising Awards (10)
PATCHOGUE, New York, March 16 -- St. Joseph's College issued the following news release:
St. Joseph's College (SJC) is pleased to announce that its latest recruitment campaign, "Ready. Set. Joe's," won seven gold and one silver award at the 33rd Annual Educational Advertising Awards (EAA), sponsored by Higher Education Marketing Report. The aspirational campaign, which also stands as a powerful call-to-action for today's college students, won gold in the Integrated Marketing Campaign, Magazine more PR
St. Mary's College Invites Prospective Students to An April Open House (10)
ST. MARY'S CITY, Maryland, March 14 -- St. Mary's College issued the following news release:
St. Mary's College of Maryland invites prospective students and their families to learn more about the value of a St. Mary's College education at an open house on Saturday, April 21, beginning at 9:30 a.m. (registration begins at 9 a.m.)
"We invite students to get a jump on their college search with our April open house," said David Hautenan, vice president of enrollment at St. Mary's College. "Visitin more PR
State Board Approves New President for Cleveland Community College (10)
RALEIGH, North Carolina, March 16 -- North Carolina Community Colleges System issued the following news:
The State Board of Community Colleges today (March 16) approved the selection of Dr. Jason Hurst as president of Cleveland Community College in Shelby.
On April 2, Hurst will succeed Dr. Bill Aiken, who has served as interim president since August 2017.
Hurst currently is senior director of workforce development for the Alabama Community College System. He has 24 years of experience in hig more PR
State Board to Meet March 19 & 20 in Juneau (10)
JUNEAU, Alaska, March 12 -- The Alaska Department of Education and Early Development issued the following news release:
The State Board of Education and Early Development will meet on March 19 and 20 in the first-floor board room at 801 West 10th Street in Juneau. The meeting will begin at 11:00 a.m. March 19 and 8:30 a.m. March 20. The board's meeting packet is available at https://education.alaska.gov/State_Board/pdf/3-19-2018_Board_Packet.pdf.
The purpose of the meeting is to hold a work se more PR
State Department Issues Request for Statements of Interest, Capacity on Countering State-Sponsored Propaganda (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of State's Public Affairs issued a Request for Statements of Interest and Capacity on countering state-sponsored propaganda and disinformation.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $14 million with a ceiling of $950,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with information and statistics.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; indepen more ST
State Dietetics Association Names Shackleford As Its Food, Nutrition Policy Advocate Awardee (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 12 -- The Indiana House Democrats issued the following news:
State Rep. Robin Shackleford will be presented with the Food & Nutrition Policy Advocate Award at the Indiana Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics (IAND) Dietitians Day at the Statehouse.
WHAT: The 2018 Dietitians Day at the Statehouse will celebrate the work of Dietitians as they connect with Indiana leaders to discuss the health and well-being of Hoosiers. On this day, IAND will be recognizing their Food & more PR
State Education Department Proposes New Teaching Certificate to Allow Certain Licensed Health Professionals to Teach Health Education (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 12 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following news release:
The State Education Department today proposed regulatory changes to create a new, temporary teaching certificate to allow certain licensed health professionals to teach health education. The new certificate will help ensure there are sufficient numbers of health education teachers in New York's classrooms.
"It's more important than ever that students have access to quality health instructi more PR
State Regents Recognize Institution, Business Partnerships (10)
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, March 13 -- Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education issued the following news release:
Twenty-seven business and higher education partnerships throughout the state were recently recognized as innovative collaborations that further the education of Oklahoma's workforce.
The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education's Regents Business Partnership Excellence Award is designed to highlight successful partnerships between higher education institutions and businesses a more PR
State Regents Recognize Institution, Business Partnerships (10)
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, March 15 -- Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education issued the following news release:
Twenty-seven business and higher education partnerships throughout the state were recently recognized as innovative collaborations that further the education of Oklahoma's workforce.
The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education's Regents Business Partnership Excellence Award is designed to highlight successful partnerships between higher education institutions and businesses a more PR
State Superintendent Whiston to Take Leave to Attend to Health Issues (10)
LANSING, Michigan, March 14 -- Brian Whiston, superintendent of the Michigan Department of Education, issued the following news release:
Following his positive annual performance evaluation by the State Board of Education today, State Superintendent Brian Whiston informed the Board that he will be taking a Long Term Disability leave in 30-60 days to attend to his health.
Whiston, appointed State Superintendent by the State Board in April 2015, was diagnosed with cancer late last year. He has b more PR
State University of New York Issues Statement on Death of Rep. Slaughter (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 16 -- The State University of New York issued the following statement by Board Chairman H. Carl McCall and Chancellor Kristina M. Johnson:
"Today, The State University of New York lost a friend and a true champion of education and research with the passing of Congresswoman Louise Slaughter.
"As Dean of the New York Congressional Delegation, her tireless leadership was invaluable to expand access to affordable education.
"She spoke up for financial aid, and for federal more PR
Statement From Commissioner MaryEllen Elia on the Re-Election of Chancellor Betty A. Rosa and Regent Judith Chin to the New York State Board of Regents (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 13 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following statement by xx, yy on zz:
Statement from Commissioner MaryEllen Elia on the Re-Election of Chancellor Betty A. Rosa and Regent Judith Chin to the New York State Board of Regents
"I am absolutely thrilled that Chancellor Betty Rosa and Regent Judith Chin have been re-elected to another term on the NYS Board of Regents. Both Chancellor Rosa and Regent Chin are lifelong educators who have worked tirelessly more PR
States Can Support Novice Teachers Through Strong Mentoring Policies (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 15 -- The National Association of State Boards of Education issued the following news release:
Teachers face many challenges in the first years of their careers. Without support and guidance from experienced, highly qualified teacher mentors, the demands of the classroom can overwhelm novice teachers. It comes as no surprise then that one-third of teachers leave the profession within their first five years. A new NASBE policy update draws on research, state examples, more PR
STATEWIDE POLL: Vast Majority of California Voters Favor Candidates for Governor With Plan to Serve State's Fast-Growing Senior Population (10)
SAN DIEGO, California, March 12 -- West Health Institute issued the following news release:
More than two-thirds of California voters feel the state is not prepared to address the health and social service needs of its fast-growing senior population, and that sentiment could sway votes in the race for governor, according to a new poll commissioned by two California-based senior-focused nonprofit organizations. California is heading for a crisis in caring for its older population if the state an more PR
Statins May Bring Benefits at Time of Treatment for Heart Attack, Angina (10)
ORLANDO, Florida, March 11 -- The American College of Cardiology issued the following news release:
Getting a large dose of a statin did not have an impact on major adverse cardiac events among a broad population of patients slated to undergo percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), a procedure to clear blocked arteries, in a trial being presented at the American College of Cardiology's 67th Annual Scientific Session. However, statins did significantly reduce the rates of such events among the more PR
Stephanie Smirnov Joins Scholastic as Executive Vice President & Head of Global Corporate Communications (10)
NEW YORK, March 13 -- Scholastic, a children's publishing, education and media company, issued the following news release:
Scholastic (NASDAQ: SCHL), the global children's publishing, education and media company, today announced the appointment of Stephanie Smirnov as Executive Vice President and Head of Global Corporate Communications.
Based in New York and jointly reporting to Richard Robinson, Chairman, President and CEO of Scholastic and Iole Lucchese, Chief Strategy Officer, Stephanie wil more PR
Stevens Institute of Technology and Saint Peter's University Receive ACE/Fidelity Investments Award for Institutional Transformation (10)
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The American Council on Education issued the following news release:
ACE announced today that Stevens Institute of Technology (NJ) and Saint Peter's University (NJ) are the recipients of the 2018 ACE/Fidelity Investments Award for Institutional Transformation.
The award was created to recognize institutions that have responded to higher education challenges in innovative and creative ways and achieved dramatic changes in a relatively brief period. It includes a $10,000 more PR
Stevens Receives ACE/Fidelity Investments Award For Institutional Transformation (10)
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, March 11 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news release:
Turnaround is not too strong a word to describe the transformation that has taken place at Stevens Institute of Technology since 2011
Stevens Institute of Technology President Nariman Farvardin accepted the American Council on Education (ACE)/Fidelity Investments Award for Institutional Transformation on behalf of Stevens at ACE's 100th annual meeting on Sunday, March 11.
The award was created more PR
Stockton Receives National Excellence in Diversity Award (10)
GALLOWAY, New Jersey, March 16 -- Richard Stockton College issued the following news:
Stockton University has received the 2018 Institutional Excellence Award from The National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education (NADOHE).
Chief Officer for Institutional Diversity and Equity Valerie Hayes accepted the award on behalf of the university at the NADOHE conference in Washington, D.C. in March 9.
The award was one of four presented in different categories.
NADOHE President, Archi more PR
Stony Brook University Receives Prestigious Award for Excellence in Campus Internationalization (10)
STONY BROOK, New York, March 15 -- The State University of New York's Stony Brook campus issued the following news release:
Stony Brook University has been awarded a prestigious 2018 Simon Award for Comprehensive Internationalization by NAFSA: Association of International Educators. Named after the late Senator Paul Simon of Illinois, the award recognizes outstanding innovation and accomplishment in integrating international education throughout all facets of university and college campuses.
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Struggling Workers Won't Get Help From Work Requirements, or Trump's Budget (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The Center on Budget & Policy Priorities issued the following news release:
The House Higher Education and Workforce Development Subcommittee this morning discussed the supposed merits of implementing and expanding work requirements in basic assistance programs, with some lawmakers claiming they would help jobless workers land a job and achieve financial independence. But taking away the food assistance and health care that make it easier for people to find and keep a jo more PR
Student Journalists Honored in Virginia Journalist of Year Contest (10)
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, March 12 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news release:
Two Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) student journalists have been selected as top journalists in the state by the Virginia Association of Journalism Teachers and Advisers in the Journalism Education Association (JEA) Virginia Journalist of the Year contest. Judges awarded Christine Zhao, a senior at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST) (adviser, Erinn Harris), wi more PR
Students Selected to Work at European Space Agency (10)
CRANFIELD, England, March 15 -- Cranfield University issued the following news release:
A group of six Cranfield University students have been selected by the European Space Agency (ESA) to travel to Germany and carry out an experiment at The Center of Applied Space Technology and Microgravity (ZARM) Drop Tower facilities that could change the future of space exploration.
The students, Florian Gautier, George Kersey, Carole Le Blay, Daniyal Ahmad Durrani, Stuart Ogborne and Elioenai Sitepu are more PR
Students, Community Members Join Wolf Administration for Cabinet in Your Community Event in Elizabethtown (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 15 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news:
Today, Wolf Administration cabinet officials were joined by more than 175 attendees, including community members and college students for a Cabinet in Your Community event at Elizabethtown College. This series of events gives community members the opportunity to talk with cabinet secretaries and discuss issues important to the region.
"I am thrilled that so many community members came out to hear fr more PR
Students, Community Members Join Wolf Administration for Cabinet in Your Community Event in Elizabethtown (10)
ELIZABETHTOWN, Pennsylvania, March 15 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news:
Today, Wolf Administration cabinet officials were joined by more than 175 attendees, including community members and college students for a Cabinet in Your Community event at Elizabethtown College. This series of events gives community members the opportunity to talk with cabinet secretaries and discuss issues important to the region.
"I am thrilled that so many community members came o more PR
Study Abroad; a Life-Changing Experience (10)
OCEANSIDE, California, March 12 -- MiraCosta College issued the following news:
"Call it a transformative experience." That's how Jasmine Sanchez describes the impact of her spring 2017 MiraCosta College study abroad program in Spain, a program that enabled her to take weekend excursions to Morocco, France, Sweden and the Netherlands, all while enrolling in a full slate of courses that helped her transfer to UCLA last fall. "It was the best thing I ever did," said Sanchez, who earned an associa more PR
Study Finds Large Racial, Ethnic Disparity in World's Most Common Curable Sexually Transmitted Infection (10)
BALTIMORE, Maryland, March 15 -- Johns Hopkins Medicine issued the following news release:
In a new Johns Hopkins study, researchers have added to evidence that Trichomonas vaginalis (TV), the world's most common curable sexually transmitted infection (STI), disproportionately affects the black community.
A report of the findings, published March 15 in Clinical Infectious Diseases, highlights the major racial/ethnic disparities in TV infection in the United States population, calling on the ne more PR
Study of Earlier Tax Holiday Suggests That New Tax Break on Repatriated Foreign Earnings Will Spur Increased R&D (10)
SARASOTA, Florida, March 16 -- The American Accounting Association issued the following news release:
After years of national hand-wringing about trillions of dollars in profits held abroad by U.S. multinational corporations, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act enacted in December has mandated repatriation of those earnings at a greatly reduced tax rate. At the same time, an upsurge in corporate stock buybacks has raised concerns that the benefits of this massive tax break will go mostly to the wealthy.
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Subcommittee Explores Strengthening Work in Welfare (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-North Carolina, chairman of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, issued the following news release:
Today, the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development, chaired by Rep. Brett Guthrie (R-KY), held a hearing on "Strengthening Access and Accountability to Work in Welfare Programs."
"More than 50 million people in the U.S. have participated in major means-tested government assistance programs, and the work requirements ass more PR
Sunshine Week Questions About Dave Yost's 2014 'Investigation' of ECOT (10)
COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 15 -- The Ohio Democratic Party issued the following news:
In celebration of Sunshine Week, the Ohio Democratic Party is sharing documentation from the Electronic Classroom of Tomorrow vs. Ohio Department of Education case that raises new questions about a 2014 investigation conducted by Auditor Dave Yost and three ECOT-affiliated checks deposited into his transition fund at that time.
"The state's own briefs in this case provide a smoking gun that even when Yost was told more PR
Sununu Announces Members of Governor's School Safety Preparedness Taskforce (10)
CONCORD, New Hampshire, March 13 -- Gov. Christopher T. Sununu, R-New Hampshire, issued the following news release:
Today, Governor Chris Sununu, New Hampshire Director of Homeland Security Perry Plummer, and Department of Education Commissioner Frank Edelblut announced the members of the Governor's School Safety Preparedness Taskforce, a group of state and local officials that will work together in the coming months to develop stronger safety protocols for New Hampshire's schools.
They will c more PR
SUNY Orange Pryluck Lecture to Feature Dr. Adeyemi Stembridge on April 5 (10)
MIDDLETOWN, New York, March 15 -- The State University of New York's Orange County campus issued the following news release:
SUNY Orange, in partnership with the SUNY Orange Foundation, will host Dr. Adeyemi Stembridge for a two-part discussion on "At What Cost? How do Students Experience Predominantly White Institutions of Higher Education" on Thursday, April 5 in the latest installment of the Pryluck Distinguished Lecture Series.
Stembridge will offer a morning lecture from 10 to 11:30 a.m., more PR
SUNY Orange Pryluck Lecture to Feature Dr. Adeyemi Stembridge on April 5 (10)
MIDDLETOWN, New York, March 15 -- The State University of New York's Newburgh Campus issued the following news release:
SUNY Orange, in partnership with the SUNY Orange Foundation, will host Dr. Adeyemi Stembridge for a two-part discussion on "At What Cost? How do Students Experience Predominantly White Institutions of Higher Education" on Thursday, April 5 in the latest installment of the Pryluck Distinguished Lecture Series.
Stembridge will offer a morning lecture from 10 to 11:30 a.m., foll more PR
SUNY Oswego Program Helps Career, Technical Experts Transition to Teaching (10)
OSWEGO, New York, March 15 -- The State University of New York's Oswego campus issued the following news release:
Dylan Obernesser made a swift career change -- one he thought would take years -- from insurance fraud investigation to teaching computer forensics in high school, thanks to SUNY Oswego School of Education's work with Syracuse-area teacher candidates hired for their technical and career expertise.
In summer 2015, to fill an urgent need for career and technical educators in high sch more PR
Superintendent Torlakson Announces Federal Assistance for School Districts Affected by October 2017 Wildfires (10)
SACRAMENTO, California, March 16 -- The California State Board of Education issued the following news release:
State Superintendent Tom Torlakson announced today that $2 million in federal assistance is now available to help school districts affected by the devastating October 2017 wildfires in Butte, Lake, Mendocino, Napa, Nevada, Orange, Sonoma, and Yuba counties.
The federal assistance comes from a School Emergency Response to Violence (Project SERV) grant, administered by the U.S. Departme more PR
Support Positive Solutions to Keep Children Safe in Schools, Oppose Criminalization of Our Youth (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights issued the following advocacy letter to the House:
Dear Representative,
On behalf of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, a coalition charged by its diverse membership of more than 200 national organizations to promote and protect the rights of all persons in the United States, we urge you to oppose H.R. 4909, the Student, Teachers, and Officers Preventing (STOP) School Violence Act of 2018 and instead more PR
Symposium March 23 at Santa Clara Law to Focus on Leadership in Law and Law School (10)
SANTA CLARA, California, March 13 -- Santa Clara University issued the following news release:
The ability to persuade; establish credibility; build and work on teams; and manage projects and others are all skills of leadership. They are also skills that lawyers today must possess, in order to compete and thrive in the fast-changing, consolidating, and increasingly complex field of law.
Santa Clara University is hosting an all-day symposium on how to teach and develop such leadership skills in more PR
Syria: Casualties Soar by Nearly 50 Percent Since Creation of So-Called 'De-Escalation Zones' (10)
FAIRFIELD, Connecticut, March 12 -- Save the Children issued the following news release:
Syria marks seven years of war this week, and the latest figures show at least 37 civilians killed every day since mid-2017 - an increase of 45 percent across Syria since the creation of 'de-escalation zones' including in Idlib and Eastern Ghouta.
In Eastern Ghouta, where hundreds of people have been killed in the past few weeks alone, children have been forced to live in basements and makeshift shelters w more PR
Tackling Disinformation Online: Expert Group Advocates for More Transparency Among Online Platforms (10)
BRUSSELS, Belgium, March 12 -- The European Commission issued the following news release:
In a report handed over today to Commissioner for the Digital Economy and Society Mariya Gabriel, the High-Level Expert Group on Fake News and Disinformation spread online suggests a definition of the phenomenon and makes a series of recommendations.
The independent experts advocate for a Code of Principles that online platforms and social networks should commit to. The report complements the first insigh more PR
Tallahassee Wins NLC Award (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, March 12 -- The city of Tallahassee issued the following news release:
Today, the National League of Cities' (NLC) announced that the City of Tallahassee has won its City Cultural Diversity Award. Last week, NLC announced that the City was one of two finalists for the award in the 50,001-200,000 population category. At this morning's Diversity Awards Breakfast during the Congressional City Conference in Washington, D.C., NLC solidified the City's top placement, announcing more PR
Taxpayer Dollars Fund Billions for Abortions (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Liberty Counsel issued the following news release:
Planned Parenthood and its affiliates received $1.5 billion between 2013-2015 from American taxpayers while under investigation for harvesting and selling aborted baby body parts.
The nonpartisan Government Accountability Office (GAO) released an extensive report last week that details the amount of federal tax dollars spent during those three years by three abortion providers including Planned Parenthood Federation of more PR
Teach Plus Names 20 Educators as Fellows of Inaugural Statewide Policy Fellowship in Nevada (10)
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, March 14 -- Teach Plus, a 501(c)3 non-profit that empowers excellent, experienced teachers to take leadership over key policy and practice issues that affect their students' success, issued the following news release:
Teach Plus, a national non-profit that puts teacher leaders at the center of improvement at all levels of the education system, kicked off its first cohort of Nevada Policy Fellows with 20 outstanding public school teachers from around the state. The Fellows wil more PR
Teacher Education Alumna Named Distinguished Principal (10)
SPRINGFIELD, Missouri, March 13 -- Drury University issued the following news release:
Dr. Monica Davis, who graduated from Drury University with a Master of Arts in educational administration in 2005, was recently named 2018 Missouri Distinguished Principal for the South Central Region by the Missouri Association of Elementary School Principals (MAESP).
Davis, principal of Rolla Middle School, was awarded for promoting excellent leadership, quality education and professional growth. She was more PR
Teachers Invited to Science Activities Night at Jefferson Lab (10)
NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia, March 13 -- The Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility's Jefferson Lab issued the following news release:
Elementary and middle school teachers interested in learning new and innovative methods for teaching the physical sciences are invited to the Jefferson Science Associates Region II Teacher Night at the Department of Energy's Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility, scheduled for Wednesday, April 11, 2018.
The event will focus on physical science activ more PR
Tech Innovation Highlights Ithaca College's Educational Technology Day (10)
ITHACA, New York, March 14 -- Ithaca College issued the following news release:
Autonomous vehicles, assistive technologies, collegiate eSports, cybersecurity and the future of glass and will be on display and under discussion at Ithaca College's 28th annual Educational Technology Day on Thursday, March 22. Free and open to the public, the event will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. throughout the Campus Center.
Sponsored by Ithaca College Information Technology Services, Ed Tech Day is the large more PR
Tech Kids Unlimited Hackathon Encourages Young People of All Abilities to Be Good Digital Citizens (10)
BROOKLYN, New York, March 12 -- New York University's Tandon School of Engineering issued the following news release:
Teens are among the most avid users of the Internet, but many never learn what it means to be an upstanding digital citizen: respectful of their own and other people's privacy, careful to manage their digital footprints, aware of copyright and intellectual property issues, and willing to advocate to keep the Net an open and democratizing space.
To address those issues, Tech Ki more PR
Technical College System of Georgia Honors 26 Adult Learners With 2018 EAGLE Award (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, March 14 -- Technical College System of Georgia issued the following news release:
The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) has recognized 26 adult learners with the 25th annual EAGLE Award for outstanding achievement in the state's adult education program. Katherine Ballard, a delegate from Lanier Technical College, was named as TCSG's 2018 adult education student of the year.
The awards were presented by TCSG Commissioner Matt Arthur and TCSG Assistant Commissioner fo more PR
Technology, Healthcare and Education Services are the Focus of Enterprise Ireland Events in China Led by Tanaiste Simon Coveney T.D., During St. Patrick's Day Visit (10)
DUBLIN, Ireland, March 15 -- Enterprise Ireland issued the following news release:
Tanaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Simon Coveney T.D., witnessed the signing of 17 partnership agreements between Enterprise Ireland clients and Chinese companies and Higher Education Institutions on Wednesday 14th and Thursday 15th March during his six-day visit to China to mark St. Patrick's Day.
An Tanaiste said; "I am delighted to support Enterprise Ireland's export-focussed activities in C more PR
Tennessee Tech Ranked Top Public University in State for Students' Loan Repayment Success (10)
COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, March 13 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release:
Tennessee Tech is the top ranked public university in Tennessee when it comes to setting up students for successful loan repayments, according to two industry rankings from the Student Loan Report and LendEDU.
Tech is ranked first in Tennessee among public colleges and universities, and second in the state overall once private institutions are considered, by both groups. Nationally, Tech is more PR
Test Pilot Briefs T-6 Nation (10)
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas, March 13 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news:
By 1st. Lt. Geneva Croxton
Air Education and Training Command Public Affairs
An F-16 Fighting Falcon's sustained 9 g-force break turn is no small matter on a normal day. Imagine yourself there. Your head weighs 180 pounds and your arms are pinned to the stick and throttle; let go of your breath the wrong way, and you watch the world fade from gray to black in an more PR
Test Pilot Briefs T-6 Nation (10)
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas, March 16 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news:
By 1st. Lt. Geneva Croxton
Public Affairs
An F-16 Fighting Falcon's sustained 9 g-force break turn is no small matter on a normal day. Imagine yourself there. Your head weighs 180 pounds and your arms are pinned to the stick and throttle; let go of your breath the wrong way, and you watch the world fade from gray to black in an instant. Now add to this situation a corset-tight upper vest built to more PR
Texas Bankers Hall of Fame Honors Five (10)
HUNTSVILLE, Texas, March 12 -- Sam Houston State University issued the following news:
The selection committee of the Texas Bankers Hall of Fame announced the selection of David S. Barnard, H. Gary Blankenship, David R. Brooks, the late Walter G. Hall, and Jill Sharp Vaughan as the 2018 Honorees. These prestigious Texas bankers will be inducted on April 26 at the Sixth Annual Texas Bankers Hall of Fame Gala held in the Lowman Student Center Ballroom of Sam Houston State University.
The Texas B more PR
Texas Democrats Endorse Local Candidates (10)
AUSTIN, Texas, March 12 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following statement:
Today, the Texas Democratic Party endorsed progressive candidates enrolled in our Project LIFT (Local Investment in the Future of Texas) program for the May 5th elections.
Project LIFT works with local party leaders and progressive partners to recruit, train, and support candidates - with a special focus on winning local, non-partisan races.
Meet the Texas Democratic Party's Project LIFT endorsed candidates: more PR
The 2nd Annual South Carolina Innovation Challenge Is Now Open (10)
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, March 15 -- The South Carolina Department of Education issued the following news release:
IT-oLogy and the South Carolina Department of Education are pleased to announce the 2nd annual Innovation Challenge is now open. The Challenge is a statewide competition for grades 3-12 students and teachers who create projects using technology to solve, or bring awareness to a problem in the community.
"Last year, the South Carolina Innovation Challenge encouraged students acros more PR
The Boston Foundation's New Early Childhood Strategy (10)
BOSTON, Massachusetts, March 12 -- The Boston Foundation issued the following news release:
Over the last decade, research has incontrovertibly established the power of early childhood interventions. High-quality programs for babies and young children can have a lifetime of benefits; they also deliver higher returns on investment than most interventions targeting later stages in human development or education. As part of its 2020 strategic plan, the Boston Foundation committed to launching an e more PR
The Coca Cola Foundation Names 35 Native American First-Generation Scholars (10)
DENVER, Colorado, March 12 -- The American Indian College Fund issued the following news release:
The Coca Cola Foundation and the American Indian College Fund honored 35 American Indian scholarship recipients at its 2017-18 Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship banquet at the American Indian Higher Education Consortium Student Conference in Bismarck, North Dakota.
The Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship was established for students who are the first in their families to attend college. Th more PR
The ILO and the Embassy of Switzerland Co-launch ILO Review of Apprenticeship Systems in Egypt (10)
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 13 -- The International Labour Organization issued the following news release:
The International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Embassy of Switzerland co-hosted a working breakfast in Cairo on 13 March 2018 to launch the findings of an ILO legal review titled "Apprenticeship in Egypt- Towards a Unified System?" which evaluates different apprenticeship systems implemented across Egypt and offers policy recommendations on how to strengthen them.
High-quality apprent more PR
The Impact of Earning an Associate Degree Prior to Transfer on Bachelor's Degree Completion (10)
ARLINGTON, Varginia, March 12 -- Hobsons issued the following news release:
The American Council on Education's (ACE) Center for Policy Research and Strategy (CPRS), with support from Hobsons, the leader in education technology, today announced the release of a report that examines the impact of earning an associate degree prior to transfer on the probability of earning a bachelor's degree.
The new report, The Impact of Earning an Associate Degree Prior to Transfer on Bachelor's Degree Complet more PR
The International Rescue Committee Announces a Grant From the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to Support Teachers of Syrian Refugees (10)
NEW YORK, March 15 -- The International Rescue Committee issued the following news release:
Today, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) announced a major initiative that will provide training and support to teachers of Syrian refugee children in Lebanon. The project seeks to improve teachers' ability to collect and use data on their students to make real time changes in their pedagogical and classroom management practices. This will result in quality education and better learning outcomes f more PR
The Learning Accelerator and Yet Analytics Launch the 'Learning Commons' (10)
PRINCETON, New Jersey, March 12 -- Learning Accelerator issued the following news release:
The Learning Accelerator (TLA) and Yet Analyticstoday announced the launch of the Learning Commons, a free, open site where educators can search for resources provided by different learning content providers, educational research institutions, professional development organizations, and school districts to find the professional learning support they need to implement blended and personalized learning in t more PR
The Mind Trust's Founder and CEO Stepping Down for Leadership Position With New National Education Organization (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 15 -- The Mind Trust issued the following news release:
The founder and CEO of The Mind Trust, who has helped establish Indianapolis as a model city for education innovation during his 11 years at the locally-based nonprofit, is leaving the organization to become a founding partner in a new national education organization.
David Harris will step down from The Mind Trust in April, when The Mind Trust's Senior Vice President of Education Innovation, Brandon Brown, wi more PR
The Rolling Stone's First Official Exhibition Brings More Than 500 Rare and Personally Contributed Items to Nashville (10)
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, March 15 -- The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development issued the following news:
The Rolling Stones Exhibit, delivered by DHL, the band's first ever major exhibition, will have a limited exclusive U.S. Southeast engagement beginning March 29, 2018 at the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum.
This will be the final stop in The Rolling Stones Exhibit's U.S. tour and its first and only stop in the Southeast region. The exhibition is proudly presented and delivered by DHL, more PR
The University of Charleston School of Pharmacy Students, Faculty Partner With CDC to Pilot Academic Detailing Program in Boone County, West Virginia (10)
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, March 13 -- University of Charleston issued the following news release:
The University of Charleston School of Pharmacy (UCSOP) is partnering with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to pilot the National Resource Center for Academic Detailing (NaRCAD) program at the Boone County Health Department in Southern West Virginia.
Academic detailing is a one-on-one outreach education technique which allows pharmacists, pharmacy students and other health ca more PR
This Is WSU - Norb Thomes (10)
WINONA, Minnesota, March 14 -- Winona State University issued the following news:
Norb Thomes has always enjoyed technology and the opportunities it presents to enhance learning. He found fulfillment in teaching web design, graphic design and programming, but realized he wanted to share his passion for education with a wider audience of students, beyond just a single classroom at a time.
"That led me into faculty development, a chance to help many faculty impact all of their own students," sai more PR
Thomas Hull Appointed Assistant Vice President for the Office of Information Technology and Chief Information Officer at Queens College (10)
QUEENS, New York, March 12 -- The City University of New York's Queens College issued the following news release:
Queens College has announced the appointment of Thomas A. Hull as new Assistant Vice President for the Office of Information Technology and Chief Information Officer, following a national search. Hull was most recently the chief information officer and chief technology officer at Florida Polytechnic University and at the Moffitt Cancer Center, affiliates of the University of Souther more PR
Three Cities Named Winners in Diversity and Inclusion Awards Program (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The National League of Cities issued the following news release:
The National League of Cities (NLC) named three cities winners of the 2018 City Cultural Diversity Awards. Designed to promote and reward inclusive policies in the nation's cities, towns and villages, the awards program recognizes communities that have developed innovative ways of supporting diversity.
"Cities across America are celebrating and supporting diversity and inclusion in innovative ways," said N more PR
Three Finalists for MCPS Teacher of the Year Announced (10)
ROCKVILLE, Maryland, March 16 -- Montgomery County Public Schools issued the following news release:
Three teachers have been named finalists for the 2018-2019 MCPS Teacher of the Year Award by the Marian Greenblatt Education Fund. They are:
Kristen Kane, kindergarten and first grade teacher at at Forest Knolls Elementary School in Silver Spring. She is also the kindergarten team leader and PTA staff liaison. She is a collaborative, patient and reflective teacher. She creates a positive classr more PR
Three New Members Appointed to the UH System Board of Regents (10)
HOUSTON, Texas, March 12 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release:
Gov. Greg Abbott has appointed three new members to the UH System Board of Regents. Doug Brooks, Joe Gutierrez and Jack Moore will each serve a six-year term on the UH System's governing body. The terms of regents Spencer Armour, III, Roger F. Welder and Welcome W. Wilson, Jr. expired last fall.
"I could not be more pleased with Governor Abbott's thoughtful approach to the leadership of the University of H more PR
Ticagrelor Has Comparable Safety to Clopidogrel After Heart Attack (10)
ORLANDO, Florida, March 11 -- The American College of Cardiology issued the following news release:
Among people younger than 75 years who were given clot busters to treat a heart attack, taking the more potent blood thinner ticagrelor did not increase the risk of major bleeding (the primary endpoint) compared with the standard blood thinner clopidogrel, in a trial being presented at the American College of Cardiology's 67th Annual Scientific Session.
The results align with those of previous s more PR
Tim Johnson Retires From RCC Board of Education; Board Seeks Replacement (10)
GRANTS PASS, Oregon, March 16 -- Rogue Community College issued the following news:
Tim Johnson, chair of the Rogue Community College (RCC) Board of Education, announced he would step down from the Board at its February meeting. Johnson said he was thankful for the opportunity to serve on the board, but that he had decided to retire.
"Tim has been a pleasure to work with," said RCC President Cathy Kemper-Pelle. "He was committed to the mission of RCC, brought a great perspective, had a collegi more PR
Tim Kane Named Vice President of Alumnae/i Affairs and Development (10)
POUGHKEEPSIE, New York, March 12 -- Vassar College issued the following news release:
Tim Kane, whose career has encompassed more than 35 years in college and secondary education, has been named Vassar's Vice President of Alumnae/i Affairs and Development.
The Office of Alumnae/i Affairs and Development (OAAD), which Kane will lead, serves Vassar by maintaining and strengthening relationships that are vital to sustaining and enhancing the College's mission. In pursuit of these goals, OAAD reac more PR
Tobacco-Free Advocate and Creativity Expert to Give Lecture (10)
AMHERST, New York, March 12 -- Daemen College issued the following news:
Anthony Billoni, director of Tobacco-Free Western New York and an expert on creativity and leadership change, will be the guest speaker at Daemen College's Nancy Haberman Gacioch Entrepreneurship Lecture Series event scheduled for March 21.
The lecture, which is free and open to the public, will take place at 5:30 p.m. in the Wick Campus Center Alumni Lounge.
Billoni will discuss the Tobacco-Free Western New York's advoc more PR
Tom Brokaw, Linda McMahon, Richard Edelman, Marna Parke Borgstrom to Be Honored at 52nd Commencement (10)
FAIRFIELD, Connecticut, March 12 -- Sacred Heart University issued the following news:
Television journalist and author, Tom Brokaw, will deliver the commencement address at Sacred Heart University's 52nd undergraduate commencement exercises on Sunday, May 13, at 10 a.m. He will receive an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa, degree. Linda McMahon, administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration and former SHU trustee, will receive an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters, hono more PR
Top Democrats Urge NLRB to Protect Workers' Due Process in McDonald's Case (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- Rep. Bobby Scott, D-Virginia, ranking Democratic member of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, issued the following news release:
Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03), Ranking Member of the Education and Workforce Committee, along with top Democrats, sent a letter (http://democrats-edworkforce.house.gov/imo/media/doc/2018-03-08%20Letter%20to%20NLRB%20re%20McDonald's%20Case.pdf) to Peter Robb, General Counsel of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), requestin more PR
Town Hall Covers Range of Graduate Student Unionization Topics (10)
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, March 13 -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following news release:
Stipends and benefits, the upcoming union representation election, voting, and research were among the topics covered during a Town Hall with Penn State leaders Tuesday evening (March 13) that focused on graduate student unionization. The event took place in the Biobehavioral Health Building at University Park, and also was livestreamed for community members at every Penn State campus to more PR
TPPF Launches New Podcast (10)
AUSTIN, Texas, March 12 -- Texas Public Policy Foundation issued the following news release:
Today, the Texas Public Policy Foundation announced the launch of a new podcast called The Foundation. Hosting the podcast is Dr. Kevin Roberts, TPPF's executive director. "We refer to it as The Foundation in the name not only because the podcast gives an insight into what happens here, but it also focuses on the ideas and principles that form the basis of our work," said Dr. Roberts. "This podcast is a more PR
Transformational Gift From Calgary Real Estate Magnate Initiates Dhillon School of Business (10)
LETHBRIDGE, Alberta, March 14 -- The University of Lethbridge issued the following news:
The University of Lethbridge today announces the transformation of its Faculty of Management to the Dhillon School of Business, which will have a strategic focus on finance and business innovation.
Navjeet (Bob) Dhillon, President and CEO of Mainstreet Equity Corporation, pledged a $10-million gift to the University of Lethbridge, the largest donation in the institution's history. In recognition of Dhillon more PR
Two Behaviors Linked to High School Dropout Rates (10)
ATHENS, Georgia, March 12 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news release:
While the national high school dropout rate has declined, many school systems still struggle with a high number of students who do not finish high school.
The factors that may lead to a student's decision to leave school are complex, but a new study from the University of Georgia sheds light on how two behaviors--aggression and weak study skills--contribute to the problem.
"What we find in our study is t more PR
Two Business Professors Receive 'Outstanding Educator Awards' (10)
DURANT, Oklahoma, March 16 -- Southeastern Oklahoma State University issued the following news release:
Two professors in the John Massey School of Business at Southeastern Oklahoma State University were recognized with "Outstanding Educator'' awards recently.
Dr. Kitty Campbell received the McGraw-Hill "Outstanding Educator" Award from the Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship at the 45th annual meeting of the Federation of Business Disciplines in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
At th more PR
Two Environmental Health Science Students at Baylor University Win Toxicology Awards (10)
WACO, Texas, March 16 -- Baylor University issued the following news:
Two undergraduate students from Baylor University, Yoomin Jo and Dan Dinh, received awards from the Society of Toxicology (SOT), the leading scholarly scientific society in the field of toxicology.
"I couldn't be more excited for Dan and Yoomin," said Bryan Brooks, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor of environmental science and biomedical studies at Baylor University. "Their dedication to research in environmental health science more PR
Two Higher Education Veterans to Expand Enrollment Team (10)
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, March 12 -- Lipscomb University issued the following news release:
Lipscomb University has appointed two higher education enrollment and recruitment experts to its enrollment management office, President L. Randolph Lowry recently announced.
Byron Lewis has been named vice president of enrollment management and Jason Hamilton has been appointed assistant vice president of graduate, online and corporate recruiting at Lipscomb. Lewis is currently associate dean of undergrad more PR
Two Kansas State University Students Receive Gilman International Scholarship (10)
MANHATTAN, Kansas, March 15 -- Kansas State University issued the following news release:
Two Kansas State University students have received the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to study abroad in summer 2018.
Thomas Meek, sophomore in personal financial planning, Topeka, will study in Heredia, Costa Rica. Crystal Miller, senior in family science and human development, LasVegas, will study in Bangalore, India. The scholarship awards each student up to $5,000.
Congressionally funde more PR
Two NMSU Programs Collaborating in Community Garden Projects (10)
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, March 13 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news:
Give a person a nutritious meal and you will feed him for a day. Teach him about vegetable gardening you will feed him for life.
Statistically, New Mexicans face two barriers: poverty and people living in places considered a food desert. This contributes to the state's national ranking - 48th in hunger and food insecurity.
Two programs in the New Mexico State University College of Agricultural, Consumer more PR
Two Part-Time Faculty Members Receive Statewide Recognition for Their Dedication and Commitment to Teaching (10)
OCEANSIDE, California, March 14 -- MiraCosta College issued the following news:
Two part-time faculty members, Edwina Williams and Krista Warren, receive statewide recognition for their dedication and commitment to teaching within the system of California Community Colleges.
EDWINA WILLIAMS
MiraCosta College associate sociology instructor Edwina Williams received the 2018 Hayward Award for her excellence in teaching, professional activities and commitment to students. This annual award, given more PR
Two Senior Obama Administration Advisors Join Alliance for Excellent Education's Governing Board (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Chicago Botanic Garden issued the following news release:
The Alliance for Excellent Education (All4Ed) today announced the appointment of two outstanding individuals--Roberto J. Rodriguez and Leslie Cornfeld--to its governing board. Rodriguez is president and chief executive officer of Teach Plus and served for eight years in the White House as deputy assistant to President Obama for education. Cornfeld served in the Obama administration as special advisor to Educat more PR
Two Senior Obama Administration Advisors Join Alliance for Excellent Education's Governing Board (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Alliance for Excellent Education issued the following news release:
The Alliance for Excellent Education (All4Ed) today announced the appointment of two outstanding individuals--Roberto J. Rodriguez and Leslie Cornfeld--to its governing board. Rodriguez is president and chief executive officer of Teach Plus and served for eight years in the White House as deputy assistant to President Obama for education. Cornfeld served in the Obama administration as special advisor more PR
U Announces 2018 Honorary Degree Recipients (10)
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, March 13 -- The University of Utah issued the following news release:
The University of Utah Board of Trustees announced today that Barbara Tanner and Raymond Uno will receive honorary doctorate degrees at the 2018 commencement ceremony, Thursday, May 3, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. in the Jon M. Huntsman Center. The award is the highest honor given by the university.
"These two individuals are incredible examples of dedicated service and leadership, and their unfailing commitment more PR
U of L Computational Chemistry Students Build International Networks (10)
LETHBRIDGE, Alberta, March 15 -- The University of Lethbridge issued the following news:
Two University of Lethbridge doctoral students have built international connections early in their careers, thanks to Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements (MSFSS) from the National Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC).
Katie Wilson (BSc '13), who spent three months at the University of Porto in Portugal, and Stefan Lenz (BSc '13), who spent three months at the University of Rhode Island, ar more PR
U.N. Official Addresses Commission on Status of Women Side Event (10)
NEW YORK, March 14 -- The United Nations Security Council issued the following statement by Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed at the Commission on the Status of Women side event organized by Estonia "Ending violence against women -- opportunities and challenges of information and communications technology:"
"I thank the Permanent Mission of Estonia for bringing us together. Information and communications technology (ICT) offers remarkable opportunities for advancing gender equality and wo more PR
U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan John R. Bass Visits Kandahar (10)
KABUL, Afghanistan, March 12 -- The U.S. Embassy in Afghanistan issued the following news release:
Ambassador John R. Bass returned from his first visit to Kandahar today following two days of meetings with local officials and NATO and U.S. Forces-Afghanistan military leaders based there.
"The representatives of Kandahar with whom I met showed me great hospitality, and I appreciated the opportunity to meet with our partners to discuss our joint efforts to build a more stable and peaceful Afgha more PR
U.S. Army Materiel Command Issues Broad Agency Announcement for Research in Behavioral Science (10)
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- The U.S. Army Materiel Command issued a Broad Agency Announcement for basic research in behavioral science.
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 announcement is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; Native American tribal governments and organizations; non-profits; non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the I more ST
U.S. Department of Labor Cites Ohio Manufacturer for Lacking Safety Procedures After Employee Suffers Amputation (10)
ASHLAND, Ohio, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued the following news release:
The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) cited Liqui-Box Corp., an Ashland plastic bag manufacturer, for serious and repeated violations of machine safety procedures. The company faces proposed penalties totaling $155,208.
OSHA initiated an investigation after an employee clearing a jam on a bag sealing machine suf more PR
U.S. Embassy and EducationUSA to Host Annual EducationUSA Fair 2018 (10)
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia, March 12 -- The U.S. Embassy in Cambodia issued the following news release:
The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce two upcoming 2018 EducationUSA Fairs. With support from the U.S. Embassy, EducationUSA Cambodia is organizing these Fairs to highlight U.S. educational opportunities for Cambodian students. The Fairs provide a unique venue for Cambodians to connect with U.S. institutions of higher learning and to learn about the advantages of receiving a U.S. university educa more PR
U.S. Embassy to Organize Higher Education Fair (10)
HANOI, Vietnam, March 12 -- The U.S. Embassy in Vietnam issued following news release:
The U.S. Embassy Hanoi's EducationUSA Advising Center will organize the EducationUSA Higher Education Spring Fair on Tuesday, March 20th, 2018, from 13:30 - 18:00 at Hanoi Daewoo Hotel, 360 Kim Ma Street, Hanoi. Entrance is free to the public.
60 U.S. universities and colleges will meet with interested students and parents to provide information including application procedures, financial aid, and scholarshi more PR
U.S. Secret Service Issues Testimony Before Senate Judiciary Committee (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Secret Service issued the following testimony by Lina Alathari, chief of the National Threat Assessment Center, before the Senate Judiciary Committee:
"Good morning Chairman Grassley, Ranking Member Feinstein, and distinguished Members of the Committee. I am Dr. Lina Alathari, Chief of the United States Secret Service (U.S. Secret Service), National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC). I want to thank you all for the opportunity to more PR
U.S. Sen. Richard Burr Donates Congressional Papers to Wake Forest (10)
WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina, March 12 -- Wake Forest University issued the following news:
U.S. Sen. Richard Burr ('78) announced today he will donate his Congressional papers to Wake Forest University, his alma mater.
"I am pleased to announce that I'm designating Wake Forest University as the repository for all of my official records, documents, memorabilia associated with my entire Congressional career," said Burr in a special ceremony in Wake Forest's Z. Smith Reynolds Library.
"The edu more PR
U.S. Special Operations Command Seeks Advanced Surveillance Training at Fort Bragg, North Carolina (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The U.S. Special Operations Command has issued a solicitation (H92239-18-Q-0005) for advanced surveillance training at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
Response Date: March 19, 2018; 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=opportunity&mode=form&id=1268be2ae32b006552e831786a1fe07d&tab=core&_cview=1 more CTR
UAH COB Student Jared Grogan Conducts Research at UC Berkeley, Princeton (10)
HUNTSVILLE, Alabama, March 14 -- The University of Alabama's Huntsville campus issued the following news:
Mass speculation and angst during the years of the Great Recession (2007-2013) shaped the academic future of Jared Grogan. An economics major at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) College of Business, he arrived at UAH as an undeclared major student. It didn't take long for Grogan to declare mathematics as a major area of study. "I always enjoyed math, and I've noticed data scien more PR
UAMS Chancellor's Circle Awards $425,000 to 13 Programs (10)
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, March 12 -- The University of Arkansas's School of Medical Sciences issued the following news release:
UAMS Interim Chancellor Stephanie Gardner, Pharm.D., Ed.D., awarded a record $425,000 to 13 UAMS programs at the annual Chancellor's Circle Grant Awards ceremony and reception March 7.
The awards were the most funds ever distributed by the Chancellor's Circle for the second consecutive year, Gardner said. Since 2014, when the awards were first held, the Chancellor's Cir more PR
UCO Offers Professional Development for Metro Students With Black Male Summit, March 28 (10)
EDMOND, Oklahoma, March 16 -- The University of Central Oklahoma issued the following news release:
The University of Central Oklahoma's Office of Diversity and Inclusion will host the 4th Annual Black Male Summit, Wednesday, March 28, in the Nigh University Center Ballrooms on Central's campus.
The mission of the Black Male Summit is to address the historical, cultural and relevant challenges that affect the development of young, black males; build pipelines between UCO and public and private more PR
UCSF Wins 3 Regional CASE Awards for Communications Excellence (10)
SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 14 -- The University of California issued the following news release:
UC San Francisco won three awards from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), highlighting the University's excellence in community relations and strategic communications.
The awards, including a Gold Award and two Silver Awards, were given for CASE District VII, covering higher education institutions across Arizona, California, Guam, Hawaii, Nevada, Northern Mariana Isl more PR
UF Honored for Internationalization Initiatives (10)
GAINESVILLE, Florida, March 13 -- The University of Florida issued the following news release:
NAFSA, the Association of International Educators, announced today that the University of Florida has been selected as one of five institutions to receive the 2018 Senator Paul Simon Award for Comprehensive Internationalization. The award will be formally presented during International Education Week on November 13 in Washington D.C.
UF is being honored for its broad commitment to international educa more PR
UH Law Center Enrolling College Students for Pre-Law Pipeline Program (10)
HOUSTON, Texas, March 13 -- The University of Houston Law Center issued the following news release:
The University of Houston Law Center is accepting applications for the fourth year of its award-winning Pre-Law Pipeline Program designed to increase diversity in the legal profession by introducing historically underrepresented groups of students to the demands of law school and opportunities for a law career.
During the eight-week summer program, undergraduate students attend introductory clas more PR
UHV Graduate Applied Behavior Analysis Degree Receives Ranking (10)
VICTORIA, Texas, March 14 -- The University of Houston's Victoria campus issued the following news release:
The Online Psychology Degrees national website recently recognized one of the University of Houston-Victoria's graduate special education programs as among the best in the nation.
The UHV School of Education, Health Professions & Human Development's Master of Education in Special Education with an applied behavior analysis concentration was ranked 17th nationally in the website's 2018 To more PR
UMass Amherst, VA Team Report on Women Veterans' Health and Substance Abuse Risks (10)
AMHERST, Massachusetts, March 12 -- The University of Massachusetts's Amherst campus issued the following news:
Results of a new study of factors that affect substance abuse and health among women military veterans who use the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for health services suggest that delivering health and social services to them could be improved if several factors are taken into account, such as their history of trauma, discrimination and post-military socio-economic stress, among o more PR
UMPI Launches Greenhouse Fundraising Campaign, Announces New Ag Sciences and Agribusiness Degree (10)
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine, March 12 -- The University of Maine's Presque Isle campus issued the following news release:
In its efforts to expand its Agricultural offerings and meet the needs of the region's agricultural industry, the University of Maine at Presque Isle has launched a fundraising campaign for the construction of a $495,000, state-of-the-art teaching and research greenhouse on campus and has announced plans for the establishment of a stand-alone Bachelor's degree program in Agricultura more PR
UNBC Names New Vice President Research and Graduate Programs (10)
PRINCE GEORGE, British Columbia, March 12 -- The University of Northern British Columbia issued the following news release:
A founding faculty member of the Northern Medical Program who has spent almost 15 years teaching, conducting research and providing service at the University of Northern British Columbia has been named the University's new Vice President Research and Graduate Programs.
Dr. Geoff Payne, who has served as the University's interim Vice President Research and Graduate Program more PR
UNCG Named 'College of Distinction' (10)
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, March 15 -- The University of North Carolina's Greensboro campus issued the following news:
UNC Greensboro has been named a "College of Distinction," an honor awarded to only four public universities in North Carolina.
The honor recognizes institutions of higher education that are committed to high-impact practices that provide an outstanding student experience. That experience is marked by student engagement and retention and the development of lifelong learning st more PR
Unexpected Accident Highlights Partnership Between AirMedCare, Nebraska Farm Bureau (10)
SCOTTSBLUFF, Nebraska, March 12 -- Nebraska Farm Bureau issued the following news release:
It happened to Dave Petersen of Bayard, an unexpected accident that placed him on an Air Link air ambulance helicopter.
In early January Petersen, a member of the Morrill County Farm Bureau, was on his horse, Lil' Bit. The horse thought she should go home and made a sudden move in a different direction, catching him off guard and throwing him from his horse. He landed on his right side, breaking four rib more PR
UNH Education Law Expert Available to Discuss Arming K-12 Teachers (10)
DURHAM, New Hampshire, March 14 -- The University of New Hampshire issued the following news release:
Todd DeMitchell, an education law expert and professor of education at the University of New Hampshire, is available to discuss arming public school teachers in the wake of the Feb. 14 killing spree in a Florida high school.
DeMitchell studies the impact of court cases and other legal mechanisms on schools, school liability and adequate supervision. He has nearly two decades of experience in K more PR
UNH Researchers Help Launch Telehealth Program to Treat Pregnant Women With Substance Use Disorders (10)
DURHAM, New Hampshire, March 15 -- The University of New Hampshire issued the following news release:
Leading experts from the University of New Hampshire's Institute for Health Policy and Practice are joining forces with several New England healthcare partners to offer a program that equips providers in some of the most rural areas with the education and support needed to help pregnant women with substance use disorders, as well as their newborns. As the opioid crisis becomes an increasing pub more PR
United States Ambassador Reaffirms Commitment to U.S.- Indonesian Strategic Partnership in North Sulawesi (10)
JAKARTA, Indonesia, March 13 -- The U.S. Embassy in Indonesia issued the following news release:
United States Ambassador to Indonesia, Joseph R. Donovan Jr., concluded his recent trip to North Sulawesi where he demonstrated the U.S.' ongoing commitment to the U.S.-Indonesian Strategic Partnership across all segments of Indonesian society, including through military-to-military engagement, promoting commercial ties, educational exchanges, and expanded trade ties.
While in Manado, Ambassador Do more PR
University and College Students Across Central Canada Help Young People Reach Their Infinite Potential (10)
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, March 12 -- Enactus Canada issued the following news release:
Students at the University of Windsor launched a 10-week one-on-one mentorship program for Ontario grade school and high school students focused on financial literacy, marketing, budgeting and green practices.
Meanwhile in Nunavut, students from the University of Ottawa launched Tower Gardens, an education program that empowers youth by fostering social entrepreneurship while addressing Northern Food Insecurity more PR
University and College Students in Central Canada Equip Canadians With the Knowledge and Skills Needed to Create Financially-Secure Futures (10)
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, March 12 -- Enactus Canada issued the following news release:
Students from the University of Windsor launched a social enterprise that provides victims of sex and labour trafficking in Canada with sustainable employment developing affordable sanitary menstrual health products for women living in poverty in Nicaragua.
Students at the University of Toronto, St. George campus are also helping increase marginalized women's access to financial literacy education through their more PR
University of California, Davis, to Receive $2.5 Million from FDA (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The Department of Health and Human Services' Food and Drug Administration announced that it intends to award a $2.5 million cooperative agreement to the University of California, Davis, Western Center for Food Safety, for research on safe production of agricultural foods.
The agency description of the grant states: "The partnership between the Western Center for Food Safety (WCFS) and FDA over the past 10 years has been very productive in supporting FDA's public health m more ST
University of Colorado Leaders Decry Proposed Cuts to Federal Student Aid (10)
DENVER, Colorado, March 12 -- The University of Colorado System issued the following news release:
As Congress continues its process of renewing the Higher Education Act, leadership at the University of Colorado is warning of proposed changes that threaten student access and affordability at CU and across the country.
Passed in December by the House Education and Workforce Committee, H.R. 4508, the Promoting Real Opportunity, Success and Prosperity through Education Reform (PROSPER) Act, would more PR
University of Maryland Recognized As the Top Public College in the Washington D.C. Area (10)
COLLEGE PARK, Maryland, March 14 -- The University of Maryland issued the following news:
The University of Maryland, in a joint ranking by the Wall Street Journal and Times Higher Education, has been named No. 3 on the list of top colleges in the Washington, D.C. area, leading the list at No. 1 among public institutions.
This honor is part of a national top-college ranking published in September 2017 which assesses colleges and universities on the success of their students, using both quantit more PR
University of Maryland University College Partners With NSA's National Cryptologic School to Encourage More Cyber, Language Degree-Seekers (10)
ADELPHI, Maryland, March 15 -- The University of Maryland's University College issued the following news release:
University of Maryland University College (UMUC) and the National Security Agency's National Cryptologic School (NCS) have signed an agreement that will create an additional pathway for NSA employees, including active-duty military personnel, to increase their skills and gain academic credit toward degrees in cybersecurity and foreign languages from UMUC.
"It is our honor to partne more PR
University of San Diego Real Estate Program Ranks #1 in U.S. (10)
SAN DIEGO, California, March 15 -- The University of San Diego issued the following news release:
The Burnham-Moores Center for Real Estate (BMC) within the University of San Diego (USD) School of Business announced that the undergraduate real estate program ranked #1 out of 28 schools nationwide ("top ranked" and "most focused") according to the 2018 College Factualundergraduate real estate program rankings, making USD's program the best in the U.S.
"The Burnham-Moores Center for Real Estate' more PR
University of Waterloo Partners With Chinese Institutions on Connected Autonomous Driving (10)
WATERLOO, Ontario, March 15 -- The University of Waterloo issued the following news release:
The University of Waterloo will partner with leading institutes in China to advance research in the areas of connected and autonomous vehicle technology.
The partnership between Waterloo and the Qingdao Academy of Intelligent Industries (QAII) and the State Key Laboratory for Management and Control of Complex Systems (SKL-MCCS) was solidified in an agreement recently signed by all parties.
The centre' more PR
University Receives Grant for More Than $8,500 Through Governor's Office of Highway Safety (10)
STATESBORO, Georgia, March 12 -- Georgia Southern University issued the following news release:
For the 11th consecutive year, Georgia Southern University has received a grant through the Governor's Office of Highway Safety to participate in the Georgia Young Adult Program. The program helps educate students about the dangers of alcohol abuse, underage drinking and impaired driving.
The grant, awarded in the amount of $8,777, allows the Office of Alcohol and Other Drugs Programs to promote ini more PR
UPCEA Taps Credly to Launch Digital Badges That Recognize Excellence in Online Learning (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The University Professional and Continuing Education Association issued the following news:
The University Professional and Continuing Education Association (UPCEA) announced today the launch of the Hallmarks of Excellence in Online Leadership Review program to recognize colleges and universities that demonstrate consistent excellence throughout their online programs. Through the program, UPCEA's National Council for Online Education will evaluate online education progra more PR
Updated NSTA Bestseller Helps Teachers Probe Students' Preconceptions About Science (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 12 -- The National Science Teachers Association issued the following news release:
The second edition of Uncovering Student Ideas in Science, Volume 1 lets K-12 teachers pinpoint what their students know (or think they know) so teachers can adjust their lessons accordingly. The book includes 25 "probes"--short, easy-to-use formative assessments designed to reveal students' thinking about 60 core science concepts. All probes in this new NSTA Press book are provided in more PR
URI Educator Named Pillar of the Profession By National Student Affairs Organization (10)
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, March 15 -- The University of Rhode Island issued the following news release:
A University of Rhode Island faculty member has been named a 2018 Pillar of the Profession by the leading national association for student affairs professionals.
NASPA: Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education honored Annemarie Vaccaro, associate professor of Human Development and Family Studies in the College of Health Sciences, part of the Academic Health Collaborative, at its annu more PR
URI Faculty Member/Alumnus Wins National STEM Advocacy Award (10)
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, March 16 -- The University of Rhode Island issued the following news release:
A part-time faculty member in the University of Rhode Island's College of Engineering and full-time engineer at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center has won a U.S. Department of Defense Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Advocate Award.
The award was presented to John DiCecco, who holds three degrees in electrical engineering from URI, at the Pentagon Library and Conference Center i more PR
USAF Seeks North American TF-51 Mustang at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The U.S. Air Force Materiel Command has issued a solicitation (F1STAB8061B001) for a North American TF-51 Mustang at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida.
The notice states: "Technical capability will initially be assessed by the contractor's ability to demonstrate the minimum pilot qualifications as stated in the PWS (Attachment 1). The offeror must show proof (submit copy) of a having a FAA Commercial Pilot License to include their type rating. The offeror must show proof of more CTR
USAID Issues Broad Agency Announcement on Innovations for Improving Health System Performance (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued a Broad Agency Announcement for innovations for improving health system performance.
No award amount was specified for this program.
This announcement is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; Native American tribal governments and organizations; non-profits; for profits; small business more ST
USD Center for Disabilities Hosts South Dakota Special Education Conference (10)
VERMILLION, South Dakota, March 13 -- The University of South Dakota issued the following news:
The University of South Dakota Center for Disabilities, in collaboration with South Dakota Department of Education Special Education Program, hosts the South Dakota Special Education Conference March 13-14 at the Sioux Falls Convention Center.
"The SPED Conference is an excellent learning and resource opportunity for Special Education teachers. Our keynote speaker, Tim Clue, has an educator backgrou more PR
USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture Announces Support for Agricultural Programs at Non-Land-Grant Colleges of Agriculture (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- 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 the availability of funding to support research, education, and outreach activities related to food, agriculture, natural resources, and human sciences at non-land-grant colleges and universities. Funding is made through NIFA's Capacity Building Gran more PR
USM's Inaugural Timothy B. Hussey Leadership Institute Highlighted in Seacoast Online (10)
BANGOR, Maine, March 12 -- The University of Southern Maine issued the following news release:
USM will host the first annual Timothy B. Hussey Leadership Institute later this month. The upcoming inaugural Institute was recently featured in Seacoast Online.
As noted in the Seacoast article, Timothy was president of his family's company, Hussey Seating Company in North Berwick, and served on the RSU 21 Board of Directors and was a founding member of the Education Foundation of the Kennebunks an more PR
USMC Seeks Catholic Religious Education Director in New River, North Carolina (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The U.S. Marine Corps has issued a presolicitation (M6700118Q1119) for a Catholic religious education director in New River, North Carolina.
Set Aside: Small Business; Classification Code: R - Professional, administrative, and management support services; NAICS Code: 813 - Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations/813110 - Religious Organizations; For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=1c420f125ec5b3414726cf2763 more CTR
USMC Seeks Protestant Religious Education Director in New River, North Carolina (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The U.S. Marine Corps has issued a presolicitation (M6700118Q1118) for Protestant religious education director in New River, North Carolina.
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UTHealth Receives $2.6 Million From Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund for Behavioral Health Care at Integrated UT Physicians Clinics (10)
HOUSTON, Texas, March 15 -- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston issued the following news release:
The Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund has awarded $2.6 million to The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) for a technology-supported program for patients with unmet post-Harvey behavioral health needs.
The program will use the integrated care already available at UT Physicians clinics across the Greater Houston area as a springboard to enhance and expan more PR
UTRGV Freshmen CAMP Students Present at National Conference (10)
RIO GRANDE VALLEY, Texas, March 12 -- The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley issued the following news release:
Seven students from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) presented to students and faculty from across the state at the National Association for Chicana and Chicano Studies "Tejas Foco" Conference in February.
The presentation, titled "Stories of Inspiration and Resiliency: Students' Journey to Higher Education," was a discussion of more PR
UVU's Assistant Professor of Dance Publishes Article on Culturally Inclusive Dance Instruction (10)
OREM, Utah, March 12 -- Utah Valley University issued the following news release:
Utah Valley University is a place where inclusion is of the utmost priority. Assistant professor of dance Jamie F. Johnson, MFA, wrote an article about diversity in higher education as it pertains to dance.
The article, published February 2018, described the shifting demographics at universities due to the expanding global economy. This includes many English language learners (ELLs).
Johnson reported how importa more PR
UW Center for Global Studies Conference Highlights International Research (10)
LARAMIE, Wyoming, March 13 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release:
International research by University of Wyoming students and faculty highlights the UW Center for Global Studies (CGS) Conference Monday, March 26. The conference is free and open to the public.
Through interdisciplinary international projects, CGS helps UW researchers identify solutions to complex global problems, says Jean Garrison, CGS director.
"This year, we included a roundtable discussion and pan more PR
UW Trustees Education Initiative Joins 'Educators Rising' Network (10)
LARAMIE, Wyoming, March 14 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release:
The University of Wyoming's effort to create a new pipeline of future educators has taken a step forward, as UW's Trustees Education Initiative (TEI) has become a state affiliate of the national organization Educators Rising.
That will allow TEI to offer funding and other support to Wyoming school districts for local Educators Rising chapters.
Educators Rising cultivates highly skilled educators by guid more PR
UW-Green Bay Foundation Announces More Than $700,000 in Scholarship Funds Available for Students in 2018-19 (10)
GREEN BAY, Wisconsin, March 12 -- The University of Wisconsin's Green Bay campus issued the following news release:
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Foundation has informed Chancellor Gary L. Miller that it is releasing $720,700 in named endowed and annual scholarship funds which will be available to award students for the 2018-2019 academic year. This sum is four percent higher than a year ago. This total includes five new endowed scholarships. The UW-Green Bay Foundation currently admini more PR
UW-Green Bay's Strategic Philanthropy Class Seeks Proposals for $10,000 Grant, Deadline for Submission Is April 2 (10)
GREEN BAY, Wisconsin, March 12 -- The University of Wisconsin's Green Bay campus issued the following news release:
Students in the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay's 2018 Strategic Philanthropy course will award $10,000 to an organization of their choice. Students are encouraging proposals for creative strategies that educate community members about the problem of human trafficking. The funds are granted by The Learning by Giving Foundation, an organization founded by Doris Buffett.
The clas more PR
UW-Platteville Welcomes Smith As Interim Vice Chancellor (10)
PLATTEVILLE, Wisconsin, March 15 -- The University of Wisconsin-Platteville issued the following news:
University of Wisconsin-Platteville Chancellor Dennis J. Shields announced that Paige Smith has been appointed a two-year position as interim vice chancellor of Administrative Services at UW-Platteville. Her appointment begins on April 15.
"Paige Smith brings a broad understanding about university administration," Chancellor Shields said. "Her insight from her role as a senior lawyer at Syste more PR
UW-River Falls Offering Free GRE Strategy Workshop (10)
RIVER FALLS, Wisconsin, March 15 -- The University of Wisconsin's River Falls campus issued the following news release:
The University of Wisconsin-River Falls is hosting a free workshop Thursday, April 19, from 6-7:30 p.m. for anyone planning to take the GRE for admissions to graduate school.
In the workshop, an experienced test preparation instructor will demonstrate strategies that may improve test results. While there is no cost to attend, participants are encouraged to register in advance more PR
UW-River Falls to Host 58th Annual Agricultural Technology Contest (10)
RIVER FALLS, Wisconsin, March 15 -- The University of Wisconsin's River Falls campus issued the following news release:
The University of Wisconsin-River Falls will host the 58th Annual Agricultural Technology Contest on Saturday, March 24. The contest includes a series of career development events hosted by the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences (CAFES). More than 1,000 students are expected to compete in 16 team events and three additional contest opportunities.
The even more PR
VA Expands Transparency Efforts of Institutions Receiving GI Bill Payments (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs issued the following news release:
As part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) ongoing commitment to expand public transparency and accountability of agency expenditures, VA today released data showing GI Bill tuition and fee payments to VA-approved colleges, universities, and other education and training institutions across the country.
Though there's no dispute about the success of the program, Veterans and taxpayer more PR
Vaccine Issues 13 Research Articles in March 27, 2018, Edition (10)
AMSTERDAM, Netherlands, March 11 -- Vaccine, a peer-reviewed medical journal from Elsevier, published 13 research articles on the following topics in its March 27, 2018, edition. These topics include:
Vaccine-preventable disease incidence of pneumococcal conjugate vaccine in the Finnish invasive pneumococcal disease vaccine trial. Coauthors: Arto A. Palmu, Jukka Jokinen, Heta Nieminen, Hanna Rinta-Kokko, ... Terhi M. Kilpi
Immunization education for internal medicine residents: A cluster-rando more PR
Virginia Department of Education Issues Memo on AIM-VA Resources (10)
RICHMOND, Virginia, March 16 -- The Virginia Department of Education's Superintendent of Public Instruction issued the following Superintendent's Memo from Acting Superintendent Steven M. Constantino:
SUBJECT: Revisions to AIM-VA Resources for Students with Print Disabilities
On January 9, 2015, the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) issued Superintendent's Memo #004-15 to clarify the requirements for students to be eligible to receive free alternate formats of textbooks and other instruc more PR
Virginia Department of Education Issues Memo on Career Investigations Guidance Document (10)
RICHMOND, Virginia, March 15 -- The Virginia Department of Education's Superintendent of Public Instruction issued the following Superintendent's Memo from Acting Superintendent Steven M. Constantino:
SUBJECT: Delivering Career Investigations Guidance Document for School Personnel
The revisions to the Regulations Establishing Standards for Accrediting Public Schools or Standards of Accreditation (SOA), section 8VAC20-131-90, titled Instructional program in middle schools, states:
"Each middle more PR
Virginia Department of Education Issues Memo on Disabilities Education Act (10)
RICHMOND, Virginia, March 16 -- The Virginia Department of Education's Superintendent of Public Instruction issued the following Superintendent's Memo from Acting Superintendent Steven M. Constantino:
SUBJECT: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Excess Costs Calculation
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is required by federal regulation to ensure all school divisions in Virginia comply with federal and state special education regulations on the funds provided to the lo more PR
Virginia Wesleyan University Freezes Tuition for 2018-19 (10)
NORFOLK, Virginia, March 15 -- Virginia Wesleyan College issued the following news release:
Full-time Virginia Wesleyan University students will pay the same rate of tuition in the 2018-19 academic year as they do in the current year, thanks to a freeze on tuition approved by the Board of Trustees, said VWU President Scott D. Miller. The last time Virginia Wesleyan instituted a tuition freeze was 20 years ago in 1998.
"We recognize that higher education is a substantial investment for students more PR
Visit by Tanaiste, Mr. Simon Coveney, T.D. to China (10)
DUBLIN, Ireland, March 12 -- The Ireland Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade issued the following news release:
The Tanaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Simon Coveney T.D., is today beginning a visit to China as part of a programme of Ministerial visits around the world to mark St Patrick's Day 2018.
The visit offers the Tanaiste the opportunity to enhance political relations with this important Asian partner, to make progress on trade and investment opportunities, to suppo more PR
Visit of Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia Concludes (10)
LONDON, England, March 11 -- The British Foreign and Commonwealth Office issued the following news release:
The Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, HRH Mohammed bin Salman, concluded his three day visit to the UK yesterday with bilateral meetings with the Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson and Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson.
During the visit, the Crown Prince's first official overseas trip, he had engagements with the Queen, the Prince of Wales and Duke of Cambridge, and meetings with the Prime Min more PR
Visiting Artist at BHSU to Spur New Downtown Mural (10)
SPEARFISH, South Dakota, March 12 -- Black Hills State University issued the following news:
Mural artist Paul LaJeunesse will visit Black Hills State University March 12-14 to train students and faculty in his socially-engaged mural process. BHSU will then work with the community for a large public mural adjacent to the green space in front of old City Hall.
Desy Schoenewies, assistant professor of art at BHSU, said LaJeunesse has developed a mural system that allows community members to take more PR
Visiting Scholar to Showcase Research on Bullying in Chinese Schools (10)
PLATTEVILLE, Wisconsin, March 16 -- The University of Wisconsin-Platteville issued the following news:
Dr. Chi Jiang, a visiting scholar at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville from Qilu Normal University in Jinan, Shandong Province, China, will showcase her research on girl bullying in rural Chinese schools at the third annual 4W Summit on Women, Gender, and Well-being and the 41st annual Wisconsin Women's and Gender Studies Conference to be held April 12-14 at the Pyle Center at UW-Madison more PR
VSU Hosts Science Saturday March 24 (10)
VALDOSTA, Georgia, March 15 -- Valdosta State University issued the following news release:
The College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Mathematics, and Department of Computer Science at Valdosta State University will present Science Saturday: Adventures in Mathematics and Computer Science from 9 a.m. to noon on March 24 in Nevins Hall.
Science Saturday: Adventures in Mathematics and Computer Science is ideal for students in the middle grades. However, all ages are invited to take advantag more PR
VU Symposium Will Focus on America's Descent Down the Rabbit Hole of Opioid Abuse (10)
VINCENNES, Indiana, March 13 -- Vincennes University issued the following news release:
"America's Descent Down the Rabbit Hole of Opioid Abuse: Building a Ladder Through Prevention, Treatment, and Enforcement," is the topic of the 2018 Vincennes University Homeland Security and Public Safety Capstone Symposium.
The symposium will take place on March 24 at VU's Beckes Student Union. Pre-registration is required and can be completed online at www.vinu.edu/web/guest/homeland-security. Check-in w more PR
Waco ISD-Baylor School of Education Partnership Wins National Award (10)
WACO, Texas, March 15 -- Baylor University issued the following news:
For the second year in a row, the Baylor University School of Education has won a prestigious national honor in recognition of its Professional Development School (PDS) partnership with local schools.
The partnership between Baylor School of Education and Waco Independent School District to prepare future teachers has earned the Exemplary Professional Development School Achievement Award from the National Association for Pro more PR
Walton Priory School Wins BP Ultimate STEM Challenge at Science Museum (10)
LONDON, England, March 13 -- BP, an integrated oil and gas company, issued the following news release:
Four students from Walton Priory School in Staffordshire have won the BP Ultimate STEM Challenge at an event held at the Science Museum in London. Aimee, Eve, Jenny and Megan were praised by the judges for their innovative scientific thinking, excellent presentation skills and passion for science communication.
The final took place during British Science Week 2018 (9-18 March), a nationwide c more PR
Wary of Online Crime? Check Out Cyber Aware (10)
DALLAS, Texas, March 12 -- AT&T issued the following news release:
AT&T has launched Cyber Aware, a website to help you learn about email and text scams, spam, identity theft and learn to recognize and prevent cybersecurity threats.
More and more, people feel like helpless victims against cybercrime. They're just not sure how to fight it.
Here's one way to battle back. AT&T has launched Cyber Aware, a website to help you learn about email and text scams, spam, identity theft and much more.
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Washington Releases New School Accountability Index Under ESSA (10)
OLYMPIA, Washington, March 15 -- The Washington Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction issued the following news release:
Today, the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and the State Board of Education (SBE) released the Washington School Improvement Framework (WSIF) for 2018-19, identifying schools for supports under the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).
The Framework marks a notable shift for school support in Washington. Under the previous law (No Chil more PR
Washington State House Republicans Elect Rep. Drew Stokesbary as Floor Leader (10)
OLYMPIA, Washington, March 14 -- The Washington state House Republicans issued the following news release:
Washington State House Republicans have elected Rep. Drew Stokesbary to be their new Floor Leader. He replaces Rep. J.T. Wilcox, who was elected as the new Republican Leader after Rep. Dan Kristiansen stepped down and announced he would not run for re-election in November.
The floor leader is responsible for developing and implementing strategies for floor debate as well as creating plans more PR
We Have Jobs, Georgia Needs You to Come to Work (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Rep. A. Drew Ferguson, R-Georgia, issued the following news release:
There could not be a better time to be a job seeker in Georgia's Third District. The American economy is booming, and Georgia is leading the pack. Businesses of all sizes are reinvesting in their communities and expanding their workforce. Time and again, I hear the same thing from business owners. This growth would not be possible without the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and the Trump Administration's regulato more PR
Week When Arizonans Realized Doug Ducey Was Vulnerable Governor (10)
PHOENIX, Arizona, March 16 -- The Arizona Democratic Party issued the following news release:
This was the week when Arizonans across the state realized Doug Ducey was a vulnerable governor. Two televised protests, ignoring Arizona's children, and getting panned unanimously by the state media - Gov. Ducey's election chances are now officially up in the air.
Take a look at how tone deaf and out of touch Doug Ducey has been for the state of Arizona.
1) #REDforED Protests Follow Doug Ducey for P more PR
Wella Professionals Re-Invents Its International TrendVision Award (10)
NEW YORK, March 12 -- Coty, a manufacturer of beauty products, issued the following news release:
Coty's Wella Professionals announced today that this year's International TrendVision Award (ITVA) competition finals will take place in the colorful city of Lisbon, in the first week of November, 2018. The 16th edition of the industry-leading competition will feature a new, redesigned format aiming to take the creative excellence of competitors to the next level and leveraging digital technology a more PR
West Virginia State University Visits McDowell County High Schools (10)
INSTITUTE, West Virginia, March 16 -- West Virginia State University issued the following news release:
West Virginia State University (WVSU) President Anthony L. Jenkins and members of his administrative team, as well as University admissions representatives and academic program representatives, visited McDowell County on Thursday, March 15.
The mobile recruitment effort brought WVSU students, faculty and staff to share with McDowell County high school juniors and seniors what would await the more PR
WesternU COMP-Northwest Medical Students Land Residency Programs (10)
LEBANON, Oregon, March 16 -- Western University of Health Sciences issued the following news release:
More than half of the Class of 2018 will go into primary care fields
Student-doctors from Western University of Health Sciences' Oregon campus celebrated another momentous by participating in Match Day, Friday, March 16.
Match Day is celebrated across the U.S. as fourth-year medical students learn which U.S. residency programs they will train in for the next three to seven years. The Match is more PR
WFP Expands School Meals Programme in Kyrgyzstan (10)
ROME, Italy, March 12 -- The United Nations World Food Programme issued the following news release:
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is scaling up hot school meals to cover more than half of Kyrgyzstan's primary schools over the next five years, thanks to a contribution of US$10 million from the Russian Federation.
With this support from Russia, WFP will be able to continue making a difference in the lives of schoolchildren across the Kyrgyz Republic while at the same time boosti more PR
WFU Awards and Recognitions Briefs (10)
WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina, March 16 -- Wake Forest University issued the following news:
Wake Forest University junior David Ajamy has been named a 2018 Newman Civic Fellow by Campus Compact, a Boston-based non-profit organization working to advance the public purposes of higher education.
During his time at Wake Forest, Ajamy has been engaged in civic and political activity on campus and in the community. He serves on the executive board of Campus Kitchen, a student-run organization that more PR
White House Conducts Press Briefing, March 12 (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The White House issued the text of the following press briefing by Press Secretary Sarah Sanders:
MS. SANDERS: Good afternoon. Apologies for the delay. As you all saw, the White House rolled out the President's school safety plan this morning. Every student should be able to feel safe and secure at their school, and no parent should have to worry whether their child will come home at the end of the day.
With that in mind, the President's plan focuses on the following ar more PR
White House Issues Statement at Women's History Month Reception (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The White House issued the following remarks by Vice President Pence at a Women's History Month reception at the Mayflower Hotel:
THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Senator Joni Ernst. Everybody, isn't she amazing? (Applause.) Just so honored by her friendship, so grateful for her leadership. She has served our nation in uniform, and now she serves as one of the most influential leaders in the United States Senate. Join me in giving her another round of applause, will you? S more PR
Why Funding for Graduate Medical Education Should Change (10)
EAST LANSING, Michigan, March 16 -- Michigan State University issued the following news release:
The way the federal government pays hospitals to train resident physicians hasn't changed in decades.
Now, a Michigan State University physician thinks it's time to come up with new standards for reimbursing hospitals for their graduate medical education programs.
"It's a pretty outdated system," said Heather Laird-Fick, an associate professor of medicine in the College of Human Medicine and co-au more PR
Widener Partnership Charter School Begins Search for New Principal/CEO (10)
CHESTER, Pennsylvania, March 14 -- The Widener University issued the following news:
The Widener Partnership Charter School is launching a search for a new principal/CEO. April Thomas has stepped down from her role as president/CEO at WPCS effective at the end of the current school year, on June 30, 2018.
"April has demonstrated a strong commitment to making a difference in the lives of our students," said Shawn Fitzgerald, PhD, chair of the Widener Partnership Charter School Board of Trustees more PR
Willard Intermediate Performs in Washington, D.C. at Kennedy Center's Turnaround Arts Talent Show (10)
SANTA ANA, California, March 16 -- The Santa Ana Unified School District issued the following news:
Students from Willard Intermediate School (Santa Ana Unified School District), a Turnaround Arts: California partner school, joined peers from across the country in the Turnaround Arts Talent Show held at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday, March 11. The Talent Show showcased the power of the arts and music to engage students and fuel school change efforts in historicall more PR
Winners Announced for 2018 Louisiana Junior Science and Humanities Symposium (10)
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, March 14 -- Louisiana State University issued the following news release:
LSU Continuing Education has announced the winners of the 45th annual Louisiana Junior Science and Humanities Symposium, held earlier this semester at the Lod Cook Conference Center at LSU. High school students throughout the state presented original research projects in the area of STEM before a panel of faculty judges. The JSHS program is jointly sponsored by the United States departments of the more PR
With More Than Rs. 370 Crore, West Singhbhum DMF Trust Should Prioritize Reducing Child Mortality, Improving Nutrition, Healthcare and Providing Sustainable Livelihood (10)
NEW DELHI, India, March 14 -- The Centre for Science and Environment issued the following news release:
Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), the New Delhi based non-profit think tank has analyzed the situation of mining-affected areas in West Singhbhum district, to identify issues which need priority investments through District Mineral Foundation (DMF). CSE has also given a model planning approach, highlighting some key ways that DMF funds can be spent in the region.
The findings and rec more PR
WIU Science Program Offers Research Opportunities to Regional High School Teachers and Students (10)
MACOMB, Illinois, March 13 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release:
An opportunity for a local high school teacher to expand his science-based knowledge has blossomed into new opportunities for his students to find a home in the laboratories of Western Illinois University.
The outreach experience comes thanks to funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) grant program, Research Experience for Teachers, applied for by WIU Associate Professor of Biological Scienc more PR
WKU Students Gain Education and Networking at Long Term Care Conference (10)
BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, March 12 -- Western Kentucky University issued the following news:
Eleven students and one faculty of Department of Public Health's NAB Accredited Health Care Administration (HCA) with Long Term Care Administration (LTCA) Certificate Program recently traveled to Florence, Indiana to attend the American College of Health Care Administrators' (ACHCA) District 3 Meeting.
Since 2015, WKU students have joined LTC professionals from Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, and Wes more PR
Wolf Administration Hosts Cabinet in Your Community Event in Bloomsburg (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 12 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news:
Today, Wolf Administration cabinet officials were joined by more than 100 attendees, including community members and college students for a Cabinet in Your Community event at Bloomsburg University. This series of events gives community members the opportunity to talk with cabinet secretaries and discuss issues important to the region.
"It is imperative to ensure that community members have access to more PR
Wolf Administration Hosts Cabinet in Your Community Event in Bloomsburg (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 12 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation issued the following news release:
Today, Wolf Administration cabinet officials were joined by more than 100 attendees, including community members and college students for a Cabinet in Your Community event at Bloomsburg University. This series of events gives community members the opportunity to talk with cabinet secretaries and discuss issues important to the region.
"It is imperative to ensure that community more PR
Wolf Administration Visits Elk County to Discuss Investment in STEM Training for Students (10)
ST. MARYS, Pennsylvania, March 15 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news:
Pennsylvania Department of Education Executive Deputy Secretary Dr. David Volkman made a Schools That Teach Visit to St. Marys Area School District today where he met with students and staff and toured classrooms and the district's SMART Lab, which is an interactive classroom space where students can explore STEM and media arts.
"Pennsylvania districts are making extraordinary progress in p more PR
Wright State Hosts Chancellor John Carey and Other State Education Officials for Meetings, Campus Tour (10)
KENT, Ohio, March 12 -- Wright State University issued the following news:
Chancellor John Carey and other high-ranking members of the Department of Higher Education paid a visit to Wright State University, where they toured the Creative Arts Center, the Neuroscience Engineering Collaboration (NEC) Building and the Student Success Center.
During the March 9 visit, Carey and his entourage also met with President Cheryl B. Schrader and Provost Thomas Sudkamp as well as more than a dozen Wright S more PR
WSU No. 1 in USDA Research, Development Expenditures (10)
PULLMAN, Washington, March 13 -- Washington State University issued the following news release:
Washington State University tops the list of U.S. Department of Agriculture research and development expenditures, according to the most recent figures available.
In the 2016 fiscal year, WSU researchers expended $42.8 million in USDA research and development funding, leading the list of 350 universities nationwide, according to the National Science Foundation's Higher Education Research and Develop more PR
WWF, World Scouting Join Forces to Mobilise Young People for Healthy Planet (10)
SINGAPORE, March 13 -- WWF Global issued the following news release:
WWF and the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM) are deepening their collaboration to drive global awareness and action on nature and the environment, in recognition of the enormous challenges facing our planet and the important role of young people in creating a more sustainable world.
Starting with Earth Hour, building mass awareness on the importance of nature will be a priority, with Scouts around the world tak more PR
YCC 2018 Applications Now Available (10)
TWENTYNINE PALMS, California, March 12 -- The National Park Service's Joshua Tree National Park issued the following news release:
This summer, Joshua Tree National Park will sponsor a 9-week, Youth Conservation Corps program. Youths between the ages of 15 and 18 are encouraged to apply. To be eligible, applicants may not reach their 19th birthday during the program. Selected applicants will start work on June 18, 2018 and continue in the program until August 16, 2018. Corps members will earn t more PR
YMCA to Receive $130,000 from Interior (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service announced that it intends to award a $130,000 cooperative agreement to the YMCA of Chicago, Illinois, for the engagement of youth in summer recreation, education and conservation programs.
The Park Service provided the following overview: "The National Parks Service identified a strong desire to engage elementary age youth and teens in outdoor experiences at national parks near their home community. As a part of more ST
Young Invincibles Supports Federal Work Study Reform Bill (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The Young Invincibles issued the following news release:
Today, Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici and Congressman Derek Kilmer introduced the Opportunities for Success Act of 2018, a bill to improve and reform the Federal Work Study Program. It would more than triple investment in the program over five years and allocate funds based on student need and the amount of Pell Grant aid students receive at a given institution. Additionally, it would create summer work study posit more PR
YU Wins Educational Advertising Awards (10)
NEW YORK, March 13 -- Yeshiva University issued the following news release:
Yeshiva University's Department of Marketing and Communications received recognition for its work during the 33rd Annual Educational Advertising Awards, sponsored by Higher Education Marketing Report.
A gold award went to This Is Yeshiva University, a publication that serves as a pocket-size directory containing current information on the University's undergraduate and graduate schools, affiliated organizations, cultur more PR
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$100 Million Pledges for UNRWA (10)
BRUSSELS, Belgium, March 15 -- The United Nations Regional Information Center for Western Europe issued the following information:
New pledges that amount to $100 million were announced today at an Extraordinary Ministerial Conference in support of UNRWA in Rome.
"I don't recall many conferences in my long career, where such a unanimous support was given to one institution that provides remarkable services to Palestine refugees, services that need to be secured at all cost," UN Secretary-Gener more PR
$3.2 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Dental Research Network Administrative, Resource Center (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for a national dental practice-based research network administrative and resource center.
This funding opportunity uses the research program - cooperative agreements mechanism.
The estimated total program funding available was cited as $3.2 million.
This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, township and special distri more ST
'Cambodia at a Crossroads': UN Expert Calls on Government to Choose Path of Human Rights (10)
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 14 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release:
The UN expert on the human rights situation in Cambodia has expressed serious concerns about restrictions on the media, freedom of expression and political participation ahead of a national election in July, calling on the Government to choose the path of human rights.
"Cambodia is at an important crossroads and must embrace human rights as they are indispensable in sustaining hard-ear more PR
7th Annual CanoLAB Will Feature SoyLAB (10)
BRANDON, Manitoba, March 12 -- The Manitoba Canola Growers Association issued the following news release:
After 6 successful years of canoLAB in Manitoba, Manitoba Canola Growers Association (MCGA) is partnering with Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers (MPSG) in 2018 to host canoLAB featuring soyLAB in Brandon March 14th and in Dauphin March 15th.
The one-day canola and soybean workshop is for farmers, retail agronomists, company representatives or anyone else involved in the canola and soybean more PR
A Bold New $45 Million Partnership Takes Aim at the Health Gap (10)
TOLEDO, Ohio, March 13 -- The Local Initiatives Support Corp. issued the following news release:
An Ohio integrated health system and a national social enterprise have announced a new alliance to mobilize tens of millions of dollars for underinvested communities--starting with a $45 million effort to scale up economic opportunity and improve health outcomes in Toledo and the surrounding region over the next decade.
The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) and ProMedica will concentrate more PR
Adelphi Student Leader in Diversity and Inclusion Named 2018 Newman Civic Fellow (10)
GARDEN CITY, New York, March 15 -- Adelphi University issued the following news release:
Campus Compact has named its national 2018 Newman Civic Fellows--and they include Adelphi University junior Antonette White, a political science major dedicated to social justice and creating an inclusive environment on campus.
The prestigious Newman Civic Fellowship recognizes and supports community-committed students who demonstrate an investment in finding solutions for challenges facing communities thr more PR
Advancing the U.S.-South Africa Health Partnership (10)
PRETORIA, South Africa, March 14 -- The U.S. Embassy in South Africa issued the following news release:
The U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator Ambassador Deborah Birx visited South Africa from February 19 to March 1 regarding implementation of the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The American people, through PEPFAR, are deeply committed to the South African people and to ensuring they live longer, happier, more productive lives, through HIV prevention and targeted HIV testing more PR
AEU Welcomes South Australia's Reinvestment in Public TAFE (10)
VICTORIA, Australia, March 11 -- The Australian Education Union issued the following news release:
The Australian Education Union welcomes the South Australian Government's announcement this morning that it will increase funding for vocational education and skills by $100 million, and calls on the Federal Government to reinvest in public vocational education.
"Only public TAFE can deliver the high-quality skills that employers want," said Correna Haythorpe president of the Australian Education more PR
Afghan Traders Sign $20.5 Million in Deals at Dubai Food Show (10)
KABUL, Afghanistan, March 15 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following news release:
Afghan traders have inked US$20.5 million in signed and potential deals for high-value agricultural products due to their participation in February at the Gulfood Exhibition in Dubai.
USAID supported 25 Afghan exporters at the February 2018 Gulfood Show, where Afghanistan's agricultural riches, including world-class pomegranates, saffron, apples, apricots, melons, grapes, nuts, and more PR
AFT Report Reveals Asset Managers' Hypocritical Assault on Workers' Retirements (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The American Federation of Teachers issued the following news release:
A new edition of an influential report published by the American Federation of Teachers exposes Wall Street asset managers who earn millions in fees from defined-benefit pension plans while simultaneously taking actions that can undermine their very existence.
"Ranking Asset Managers: A Retirement Security Report on Money Managers for Pension Fund Trustees" (sixth edition), distributed this morning a more PR
AG Jackley Reaches Tobacco Settlement Agreement for Education Enhancement (10)
PIERRE, South Dakota, March 14 -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release:
Attorney General Marty Jackley announced today that he has reached a settlement agreement releasing $27.5 million belonging to South Dakota that has been trapped in an escrow account during a decade-long dispute between the State and the major tobacco companies. The agreement settles a long-running dispute regarding enforcement of the 1998 Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement (MSA), w more PR
Al-Othaimeen: OIC Is Considering Establishment of Fund to Support Palestinian Refugees (10)
JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, March 15 -- The Organization of Islamic Cooperation issued the following news release:
The Secretary General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Dr. Yousef A. Al-Othaimeen, stated that the OIC General Secretariat is currently considering with the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) the establishment of an endowment fund to support Palestinian refugees.
In his statement at the extraordinary ministerial conference in support of Palestine refugees held in Rome and s more PR
Alliant Energy's Community Investment Totals $7.3 Million in 2017 (10)
MADISON, Wisconsin, March 12 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release:
Communities, nonprofit organizations and students benefited from $7.3 million and 88,000 volunteer hours from Alliant Energy in 2017. Iowa and Wisconsin customers were supported with resources from the company, its foundation, employees and retirees.
"Every day, our company and the Alliant Energy family put money and time into local efforts to help our communities thrive and to support our customers and neighbors more PR
Amari Leigh '21 Named 2018 Newman Civic Fellow (10)
CLINTON, New York, March 13 -- Hamilton College issued the following news:
Amari Leigh '21 has been named a 2018 Newman Civic Fellow by Campus Compact, a Boston-based non-profit organization working to advance the public purposes of higher education.
The Newman Civic Fellowship recognizes and supports community-committed students who have demonstrated an investment in finding solutions for challenges facing communities throughout the country. The fellowship, named for Campus Compact founder Fr more PR
American Cancer Society Issues Statement on E-Cigarette Ads (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network issued the following statement:
Two reports released today highlight potentially dangerous findings among U.S. middle and high school students when it comes to advertising and perceptions of electronic cigarette and other tobacco products.
According to this week's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly four in five U.S. middle and high school students were more PR
American College of Rheumatology Only Medical Association Selected as Top Workplace for Second Year (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, March 12 -- The American College of Rheumatology issued the following news release:
The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) has been recognized as one of Atlanta's top small workplaces by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) for the second consecutive year. The only medical association selected out of 150 total workplaces, the ACR has a staff of 93 and provides specialized education, practice support, and advocacy for more than 9,600 rheumatologists and health professiona more PR
As Oksana Masters, a Woman With Disability Adopted From Overseas, Wins U.S. Paralympic Gold, MacArthur Foundation Paves Way for Other Youth With Disabilities in Orphanages to Have Better Future (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- RespectAbility issued the following news release:
Oksana Masters won a long-awaited Paralympic gold medal yesterday in a thrilling day of action that saw Team USA win three medals in the cross-country sprint. Masters, who already owned five Paralympic medals (two silver and three bronze) in rowing and Nordic skiing, grabbed the title of Paralympic champion for the first time in her career.
But Masters' life did not start out easily. Like more than 3 million other childr more PR
Assembly One-House Budget Delivers on Road to Success Promise (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 13 -- New York State Assembly Speaker Carl E. Heastie issued the following news release:
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Higher Education Committee Chair Deborah Glick today announced that the Assembly's budget proposal for SFY 2018-19 continues the progress of the Higher Education Road to Success initiative in promoting college affordability in New York. The proposal invests $16 billion in funding support for opportunity programs, provides an increase in base aid at S more PR
Assembly Releases $170 Billion Spending Plan (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 12 -- New York State Assembly Speaker Carl E. Heastie issued the following news release:
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Ways and Means Committee Chair Helene E. Weinstein today announced the Assembly's State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2018-19 Families First budget proposal of $170.2 billion.
This proposal would make significant investments in education, identify essential, ongoing resources to fund the MTA, establish meaningful policies to confront sexual harassment and refor more PR
Assembly SFY 2018-19 Budget Includes $36.5 Billion in School Aid (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 13 -- New York State Assembly Speaker Carl E. Heastie issued the following news release:
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Education Committee Chair Cathy Nolan today announced the Assembly's budget proposal allocates $27.1 billion in school aid, which is an increase of $1.5 billion or 5.9 percent, over the 2017-18 School Year (SY).
The proposal reflects an investment of an additional $840 million over the Executive proposal.
"The Assembly Majority knows that investing more PR
Bad Headlines Keep Plaguing Doug Ducey's Reelection Chances (10)
PHOENIX, Arizona, March 14 -- The Arizona Democratic Party issued the following news release:
Bad headlines. A grassroots teacher protest. Failing marks on education. Governor Doug Ducey's reelection vulnerability consistently inches towards one of the marquee races for Arizona in 2018.
Why? Doug Ducey has simply failed Arizona children by underfunding our school system and handing teachers the worst pay in the nation. And now, Arizona teachers are fed up and have taken action.
Arizonans are more PR
Batten Foundation Gift Establishes $30 Million Scholarship Program at Darden (10)
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, March 12 -- The University of Virginia issued the following news release:
The University of Virginia Darden School of Business today unveiled the new Batten Foundation Darden Worldwide Scholarship program. A $15 million gift from the Batten Foundation unlocked a matching gift from UVA's Bicentennial Scholars Fund, and the resulting $30 million endowment will ultimately provide every student in Darden's full-time MBA program a scholarship to attend a Darden Worldwide c more PR
Board Authorizes Partnership With Army ROTC (10)
ARKANSAS CITY, Kansas, March 14 -- Cowley College issued the following news release:
The Cowley College Board of Trustees authorized College administration to enter into the necessary partnerships to offer Army ROTC starting in the fall of 2018 during the regularly scheduled monthly meeting held Monday in the McAtee Dining Center.
Major Eric Hollingsworth, State Education Officer, provided the Board with an overview of the Army ROTC program and the benefits of the partnership.
The partnership more PR
BorgWarner Celebrates Opening of New Emissions & Thermal Systems State of the Art Design and Manufacturing Facility in Ningbo (10)
NINGBO, China, March 15 -- BorgWarner issued the following news release:
At a grand opening ceremony, BorgWarner Emissions Systems (Ningbo) celebrated the inauguration of its new state of the art design and manufacturing facility in Jiangshan, Yinzhou District of Ningbo, China. The larger facility replaces the Emissions plant previously located at BorgWarner's Wholly Foreign Owned Enterprise (WOFE) campus in Ningbo. With a total area of 50,000 square meters (including 13,000 square meters for a more PR
Boston College: City Connects Expands (10)
CHESTNUT HILL, Massachusetts, March 12 -- Boston College issued the following news:
A $1-million grant from The MassMutual Foundation, Inc., to the Springfield Public Schools (SPS) will underwrite the expansion of the Boston College-based City Connects program into eight additional elementary schools, increasing the total to 23 SPS sites serving as additional 2,700 students, announced City Connects' Executive Director Mary Walsh, the Daniel E. Kearns Professor of Urban Education & Innovative Le more PR
Business Council Opposes Tax and Fee Increases in 2018-19 Budget (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 12 -- The Business Council of New York State issued the following news release:
With state lawmakers returning to the Capitol and preparing to pass their one-house budget resolutions, The Business Council of New York State, Inc. today reminded lawmakers of its 2018 legislative priorities and affirmed its opposition to more than one billion dollars in tax and fee increases in the Executive Budget.
"As we enter the final negotiations for the 2018-19 New York State budget, more PR
Canada, Quebec Contribute to Improving Quality of Life for Baie-D'Urfe Residents (10)
BAIE-D'URFE, Quebec, March 12 -- Infrastructure Canada issued the following news release:
The governments of Canada and Quebec recognize the importance of having good recreational infrastructure that encourages people to adopt healthy lifestyles and helps make communities vibrant inclusive places to live. Thanks to joint government funding, the City of Baie-D'Urfe is renovating some of its sports infrastructure, which will enhance residents' quality of life while contributing to the growth of s more PR
CAP Unveils Early Childhood Agenda for States in 2018 (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Center for American Progress issued the following news release:
Today, the Center for American Progress unveiled an agenda that outlines 10 early childhood ideas for states in 2018. With gubernatorial races in 36 states this year, constituents are eager to hear what candidates will do to improve access to high-quality early childhood programs. National polling shows that making quality early childhood education more affordable for working families is an issue support more PR
Capital Impact Partners Names New Chief Lending Officer and Creation of Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer Position (10)
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 15 -- Capital Impact Partners issued the following news release:
Capital Impact Partners today announced two significant changes to its Executive Management Team. Scott Sporte, Capital Impact's Chief Lending Officer since 2005, assumes the role of the newly created Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer. Diane Borradaile, formerly of the Low Income Investment Fund (LIIF), fills the Chief Lending Officer position.
"These changes will strengthen our efforts to support com more PR
Chairman Smith Issues Statement at Hearing on NSF Budget Proposal for FY 2019 (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 --The House Science, Space and Technology Committee issued the following statement by Chairman Lamar Smith, R-Texas, at a hearing entitled "An Overview of the National Science Foundation Budget Proposal for Fiscal Year 2019":
"Today we welcome Dr. France Cordova, the director of the National Science Foundation (NSF) and Dr. Maria Zuber, chair of the National Science Board, to testify about the administration's budget request and funding priorities for the NSF in Fiscal Year more PR
Chief of Staff Fitzsimmons Issues Statement on Rep. Slaughter's Death (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- Liam Fitzsimmons, chief of staff for Rep. Louise Slaughter, D-New York, issued the following statement on the death of the congresswoman:
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Liam Fitzsimmons, chief of staff to Congresswoman Louise M. Slaughter (NY-25), announced that the congresswoman passed away early this morning surrounded by family at George Washington University Hospital after sustaining an injury in her Washington, DC residence last week. Slaughter rose to become the first woman to chair the more PR
Child Care Aware of America Endorses New Proposal to Transform Financing of Early Childhood Care (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- Child Care Aware of America issued the following news release:
Child Care Aware(R) of America endorses a recent report calling for an increased federal role in financing, quality assessment and professional development in early childhood education.
The report, "Transforming the Financing of Early Care and Education," released by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine on Feb. 22, calls for making the complex and fragmented early childhood field int more PR
Coastal Carolina Students Kick Off Technical Tour Series at Boeing South Carolina Plant (10)
CONWAY, South Carolina, March 14 -- Coastal Carolina University issued the following news release:
The Grant Center for Real Estate and Economic Development inaugurated its regional technical tour series on March 5, 2018, with a trip to North Charleston to visit the Boeing South Carolina plant.
The purpose of the tour series is to provide students, faculty members and professionals interested in real estate the opportunity to explore prominent industrial real estate facilities in the state of more PR
Commission Proposal on Cross-Border Distribution of Funds Falls Short on Critical Issues (10)
LONDON, March 12 -- The Investment Company Institute Education Foundation issued the following statement by Global Managing Director Dan Waters in response to the release of the European Commission's proposed regulation of cross-border distribution of investment funds::
"The Commission's effort to remove barriers to cross-border fund distribution is laudable. Unfortunately, today's proposal falls short of meeting the initial ambitions the commission laid out some months ago.
"These reforms wi more PR
Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights Reviews Initial Report of Niger (10)
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 14 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release:
The Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights concluded today the consideration of the initial report of Niger on its implementation of the provisions of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
Introducing the report, Ben Omar Mohamed, Minister of Employment, Labour and Social Protection of Niger, said that the Economic and Social Development Plan 20 more PR
Continued N.C. Economic Expansion Expected in 2018; Infrastructure Legislation Possible (10)
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, March 13 -- The University of North Carolina's Charlotte campus issued the following news release:
The North Carolina economy continues to grow, and legislators will soon consider whether infrastructure spending is around the corner, UNC Charlotte professor and economist John Connaughton says.
During the Barings/UNC Charlotte Economic Forecast at UNC Charlotte Center City, Connaughton said an infrastructure bill could extend the economic expansion for several more ye more PR
Contrary to Rhetoric, Trump Budget Would Make It Harder for Many to Work, Gain Skills to Get Ahead (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Center on Budget & Policy Priorities issued the following news release:
Just weeks after enacting very large tax cuts heavily tilted toward wealthy households and large corporations, President Trump unveiled his fiscal year 2019 budget, which deeply cuts low-income programs like SNAP (the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly food stamps), Medicaid, and housing assistance that help struggling families afford the basics.(1) The Administration's budget in more PR
County Health Rankings Released: Buncombe on Track to Become Healthiest in State (10)
ASHEVILLE, North Carolina, March 14 -- Buncombe County issued the following news:
Buncombe County is on track to become the third healthiest community in North Carolina, according to national County Health Rankings (CHR) released by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute earlier this month.
Excellent clinical care, a wealth of opportunities for physical activity, and educational achievement helped the county lead the way in North Carolina more PR
Credit Agricole CIB, IFC Finalize $2 Billion 'Synthetic Risk Transfer', Boosting Emerging Markets Lending (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The International Finance Corp., a member of the World Bank Group, issued the following news release:
IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, and Credit Agricole CIB today announced an innovative transaction that will allow the Bank to expand its trade finance activities, and lend an additional $510 million to support health, education and other key services, as well as infrastructure projects, in emerging markets.
The two institutions have closed a Synthetic Risk Transf more PR
De Blasio Administration Calls on Local Employers to Hire NYC Interns This Summer Through Pro-Bono Advertising Campaign (10)
NEW YORK, March 16 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release:
The Office of Strategic Partnerships marked the beginning of the 2018 summer intern hiring season by launching a campaign that encourages New York City employers to provide internships to young New Yorkers. This week kicks off a two-month citywide advertising campaign reminding employers that hiring high-achieving, diverse local students means "getting help and giving experience" that will prepare the future more PR
Delegation of International Monetary Fund Submitted Its Initial Report on Israeli Economy for 2017 (10)
JERUSALEM, Israel, March 14 -- The Bank of Israel issued the following news release:
Finance Minister Moshe Kahlon: "The main points of the IMF's annual report provide further international confirmation of the stability and growth of the Israeli economy. The report reflects the immense budgetary investment made by the Ministry of Finance in the social and infrastructure ministries, alongside the promotion of structural reforms. All the data prove that a free and responsible economic policy alon more PR
Disruptive Trends Focus of Investments & Wealth Monitor Issue (10)
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colorado, March 15 -- The Investment Management Consultants Association issued the following news release:
The January/February issue of the Investments & Wealth Institute's(R) (formally IMCA) Investments & Wealth Monitor tackles challenges facing the financial industry by identifying disruptive trends.
Learn how and why advisors must evolve their practices from some of the leading thought leaders in the industry with these featured articles and authors from the current issu more PR
Donation From Retired Cryovac Executive Breaks Record for Clemson Chemical Engineering (10)
CLEMSON, South Carolina, March 15 -- Clemson University issued the following news release:
A retired Greenville executive who has donated to organizations ranging from the Peace Center to First Presbyterian Church is turning his philanthropic attention to Clemson University, where he is providing the largest donation in history to the chemical and biomolecular engineering department.
William Sturgis and his wife, Martha Beth, are contributing $600,000 to create a distinguished professorship in more PR
Economic Expansion Offers Israel Opportunity to Move Toward More Inclusive Society (10)
PARIS, France, March 11 -- The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development issued the following news release:
The Israeli economy continues to register remarkable performance, with strong growth, low and falling unemployment and sound public finances leading to the 15th consecutive year of economic expansion. Further reforms will be needed to drive down inequality and raise living standards for all Israelis, according to a new report from the OECD.
The latest OECD Economic Survey of more PR
Economic Slowdown on the Horizon for Southern Ontario Cities (10)
OTTAWA, Ontario, March 13 -- The Conference Board of Canada issued the following news release:
Many southern Ontario cities will see their real GDP growth ease from near, or above, 3 per cent in the last year to around 2 per cent or less in 2018, according to the Conference Board's Metropolitan Outlook - Winter 2018.
"Economic conditions were strong in most southern Ontario cities last year, with many-- including Toronto, Oshawa and Hamilton--hitting their highest growth rates in over a decade more PR
EIB Agrees EUR 8 Billion Investment in Education, Energy, Telecom and Local Businesses (10)
BRUSSELS, Belgium, March 15 -- The European Investment Bank issued the following news release:
Meeting in Luxembourg earlier today the Board of the European Investment Bank (EIB) approved a total of EUR 8 billion of new financing for 34 projects in the European Union, Africa, Asia and Latin America.
Following the approval the EIB expects to finalise financing for new investment in education, energy telecommunications, transport, urban development projects and business lending programmes. This more PR
EMILY's List Issues Statement on Endorsement of Hoyle for Oregon's Commissioner of Bureau of Labor & Industries (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- EMILY's List issued the following statement by Vice President of Campaigns Lucinda Guinn on the endorsement of Val Hoyle for Oregon's commissioner of the Bureau of Labor and Industries:
"Val Hoyle is a problem solver who gets things done. As a former union member, small business owner, and legislative leader, she is uniquely qualified for the job of labor commissioner.
"As majority leader of the House, she passed an agenda that moved Oregon forward, including a billion more PR
Excellence in Higher Education Act Signed Into Law (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, March 11 -- Florida Senate President Joe Negron issued the following news release:
Senate Bill 4, the Florida Excellence in Higher Education Act of 2018, sponsored by Senate President-Designate Bill Galvano (R-Bradenton), a top priority of Senate President Joe Negron (R-Stuart), was signed into law today by Governor Rick Scott.
"Governor Scott shares our commitment to expanding opportunities for Florida students to complete degree programs on-time, and graduate with job o more PR
Fairfax County-Based MicroStrategy Plans to Add 300 Jobs and Invest $6 Million in Capital Improvements (10)
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Virginia, March 12 -- Fairfax County Economic Development Authority issued the following news release:
Governor Ralph Northam today announced that MicroStrategy(R) Incorporated (Nasdaq: MSTR), a leading worldwide provider of enterprise analytics and mobility software, has renewed its headquarters lease at 1850 Towers Crescent Plaza in Fairfax County and plans to invest $6 million in capital improvements. Virginia successfully competed against Washington, D.C. for the project, wh more PR
Financial Venture Fund Provides a New Home for Innovative, Early-Stage Companies at Hearst (10)
NEW YORK, March 16 -- Hearst issued the following news:
Formed as a partnership between Hearst and Fitch Group, the Financial Venture Fund focuses on investing in early-stage financial information, service and technology companies.
When it comes to selecting companies for the Hearst Financial Venture Fund, Managing Director Shea Wallon considers many factors to estimate their probability for success.
"When you are considering early-stage ventures to invest in, the first things you have to loo more PR
Gap Inc. Sets New Goal for Apparel Suppliers to Pay Garment Workers Digitally by 2020 (10)
SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 14 -- The Gap, a retailer of clothing and accessories, issued the following news release:
In a move to improve the livelihoods of garment workers and help improve supply chain transparency and efficiency, Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced a bold new goal for all of its tier 1 suppliers - approximately 800 factories in about 30 countries - to make the transition from a cash-based system to digital payments by 2020.
More than 60 percent of Gap Inc.'s supplier more PR
Glaucoma Research Foundation Announces $720,000 in Annual Research Grants (10)
SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 12 -- The Glaucoma Research Foundation issued the following news release:
Glaucoma Research Foundation (GRF) announced today $720,000 in annual research grants to support 12 investigators at prestigious universities across the United States. Glaucoma Research Foundation is funding eight researchers at prominent medical research centers with one-year Shaffer Grants, in addition to four principal investigators engaged in the multi-year "Catalyst for a Cure" consor more PR
Gov. Edwards' 2018 Regular Session Remarks (10)
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, March 12 -- Gov. John Bel Edwards, D-Louisiana, issued the following statement:
"Mr. Speaker, Mr. President, Members of the Legislature, distinguished guests and my fellow Louisianans:
"Thank you for being here today.
"I know you haven't been away for very long, but I hope that in the past week you have had time to rest and refocus on the work that we have ahead of us. I do not want the roadblocks of the special session to hamper us from what's most important - making more PR
Gov. Malloy Announces Infosys Will Establish a Technology and Innovation Hub and Create 1,000 High-Tech Jobs in Hartford (10)
HARTFORD, Connecticut, March 14 -- Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that Infosys, a global leader in consulting, technology, and next-generation IT services, is planning to establish a technology and innovation hub in Hartford. The $20.6 million project will see the creation of 1,000 good paying, high-tech jobs in the state's capital city by 2022.
"Today marks yet another landmark day in Connecticut's economic de more PR
Gov. Rick Scott Signs the Securing Florida's Future Budget (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, March 16 -- Gov. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
Today, Governor Rick Scott signed the Securing Florida's Future budget for Fiscal Year 2018-2019. Click HERE (https://www.flgov.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/SGS-BIZHUB18031613141.pdf) and HERE (https://www.flgov.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/SPR-BIZHUBa18031613360.pdf) for the transmittal letter and details on the budget. To view the veto list, click HERE (https://www.flgov.com/wp-content/uploads more PR
Gov. Walker Signs Bill Directing Additional State Funding to Rural Public Schools (10)
MUSCODA, Wisconsin, March 12 -- Gov. Scott Walker, R-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
Governor Walker signed Assembly Bill 835 into law today at Riverdale High School in Muscoda. The bill increases Sparsity Aid for Wisconsin's rural schools to help address the unique challenges faced by low-population school districts. This will be in addition to the historic $11.5 billion state investment in K-12 education included in the 2017-19 budget.
"Every child deserves access to a quality more PR
Gov. Walker Tours Schools in Thorp, Cashton, Hartford to Discuss Historic Investment in K-12 Education (10)
MADISON, Wisconsin, March 16 -- Gov. Scott Walker, R-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
Governor Scott Walker toured schools in Thorp, Cashton, and Hartford today to discuss the historic investments made in K-12 education and highlight the additional investments made in Wisconsin's rural school districts. Earlier this week, Governor Walker signed Assembly Bill 835 into law which provides additional aid to rural school districts. This investment comes on top of the historic $11.5 bill more PR
Gov. Walker: 'We Are Committed to Ensuring That Every Child Has Access to a Quality Education, Regardless of Their ZIP Code' (10)
MADISON, Wisconsin, March 15 -- Gov. Scott Walker, R-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
Governor Walker visited schools in Rib Lake and Gillett today to highlight the positive effect that increased Sparsity Aid will have on Wisconsin's rural school districts. Earlier this week, Governor Walker signed Assembly Bill 835 into law which provides additional aid to rural school districts. This investment comes on top of the historic $11.5 billion investment for K-12 education included in t more PR
Government of Canada Announces Judicial Appointment in Province of Alberta (10)
OTTAWA, Ontario, March 15 - 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 excellen more PR
Government of Canada Announces Judicial Appointment in the Province of Alberta (10)
OTTAWA, Ontario, March 15 -- The Canadian Department of Justice announced the following judicial appointment:
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 excellence and integrity.
The H more PR
Governor Brown Announces Appointments (10)
SACRAMENTO, California, March 13 -- Gov. Edmund G. Brown Jr., D-California, issued the following news release:
Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced the following appointments:
Dan Kalamaras, 51, of Gold River, has been appointed director of the Office of Systems Integration at the California Health and Human Services Agency. Kalamaras has been interim executive director of Welfare Client Data Systems at the California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Information Network Cons more PR
Governor Dayton's Full Support for UMN Budget Request Reinforces U's Importance (10)
TWIN CITIES, Minnesota, March 14 -- The University of Minnesota issued the following news release:
Tonight in his final State of the State address, Governor Mark Dayton expressed his full support for the University of Minnesota's fiscal year 2019 supplemental budget request: $10 million to hold tuition flat on all five U of M campuses for Minnesota resident undergraduates--approximately 31,500 students.
President Kaler responded to the Governor's announcement:
"By recommending full support fo more PR
Governor Wolf Announces $2 Million Available for School and Business Partnerships to Expand Job Training (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 14 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news:
Governor Tom Wolf today urged local workforce development boards (LWBDs) to apply for $2 million in Business-Education Partnership (BEP) grants that will connect businesses and school districts and lead to new career opportunities across Pennsylvania.
"This funding supports one of my key workforce development objectives to provide students with technical training to help them get good-paying, middle more PR
Governor Wolf Announces New Apprenticeship Programs in Western Pennsylvania (10)
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 16 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news:
Governor Tom Wolf announced today the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry's (L&I) Apprenticeship and Training Office (ATO) has approved two new apprenticeship programs in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties. These programs underscore the governor's commitment to increasing job training opportunities for Pennsylvanians.
"Apprenticeships provide paid, on-the-job training in industries where sk more PR
Grant to Complete Science Renovations (10)
SANTA BARBARA, California, March 12 -- Westmont College issued the following news:
The Fletcher Jones Foundation has awarded a $750,000 grant to Westmont for the second phase of renovation of Whittier Science Building, including classroom, laboratory and storage spaces. The next phase of work will take place during the summer, so Whittier will be completely renovated by fall 2018. In 2014, the Fletcher Jones Foundation awarded a $750,000 grant for the first phase of improvements inside Whittier more PR
Groundbreaking for a New Educational Facility in East Topeka (10)
TOPEKA, Kansas, March 15 -- Washburn University issued the following news release:
Washburn Tech, in partnership with GO Topeka, the Joint Economic Development Organization (JEDO) and the East Topeka community, broke ground today for a new adult training center located at 2014 SE Washington St., the site of a former military service facility. Washburn Tech East, scheduled to open in January 2019, will offer courses in health care, construction trades, commercial truck driving and the General Ed more PR
Harold Jackson Family Supports Public School Teachers With Major Gift to SWOSU Foundation (10)
WEATHERFORD, Oklahoma, March 15 -- Southwestern Oklahoma State University issued the following news release:
Former Regional University System of Oklahoma (RUSO) Regent and Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) emeritus faculty and staff member Harold W. Jackson (SWOSU Class of 1966) has made monumental investments in students studying to become public school teachers.
During a recent visit to the Weatherford campus, Jackson and three of his children presented SWOSU President Dr. Rand more PR
High School Financial Expert Gives Winning Portfolio Advice to Nonprofit, Wins South Dakota SIFMA Foundation's InvestWrite Essay Competition (10)
SPEARFISH, South Dakota, March 15 -- Black Hills State University issued the following news:
Many teens enjoy raising funds for nonprofit organizations, but 16-year old Payton Park wants to manage those funds! This exceptional sophomore from St. Mary's High School in Dell Rapids, S.D., channeled his inner financial advisor to create an investment plan for the World Food Program and become the South Dakota first-place winner of SIFMA (Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association) Founda more PR
House Appropriations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From U.S. Army (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The House Appropriations subcommittee on Defense issued the following testimony by Secretary of the Army Mark T. Esper and Gen. Mark A. Milley, chief of staff of the U.S. Army, at a budget hearing on the U.S. Army:
"America's Army is lethal and effective. Our lethality provides the assured capability to defeat enemy ground forces through sustained land campaigns in defense of our vital national interests. To maintain our land power dominance, we will concentrate our effo more PR
House Appropriations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From USAF (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The House Appropriations subcommittee on Defense issued the following testimony by Air Force Secretary Heather Wilson and Gen. David L. Goldfein, chief of staff of the U.S. Air Force, at a budget hearing on the U.S. Air Force:
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"The United States now faces a more competitive and dangerous international security environment than we have seen in generations.
"Great power competition has reemerged as the central challenge to U.S. prosperity and securi more PR
House Appropriations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From VA Secretary (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The House Appropriations subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies issued the following testimony by Secretary of Veterans Affairs David J. Shulkin at a budget hearing on the Department of Veterans Affairs:
"Good morning Chairman Frelinghuysen, Chairman Dent, Ranking Member Lowey, Ranking Member Wasserman Schultz, and distinguished members of the Subcommittee. Thank you for the opportunity to testify today in support of the President's more PR
House Armed Services Committee Issues Testimony From Ex-Commander of U.S. Strategic Command (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The House Armed Services Committee issued the following testimony by Gen. Robert Kehler, ex-commander of the U.S. Strategic Command, at a hearing entitled "Space Warfighting Readiness: Policies, Authorities, and Capabilities":
"Chairman Thornberry, Ranking Member Smith, and distinguished members of the committee, I am honored to join with you today to present my views on space warfighting readiness. I am especially pleased to be here with my two long-time colleagues and more PR
House Armed Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From DOD Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The House Armed Services subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities issued the following testimony by Mary J. Miller, principal deputy assistant secretary of Defense for research and engineering, at a hearing entitled "A Review and Assessment of the Fiscal Year 2019 Budget Request for Department of Defense Science and Technology Programs":
"Chairwoman Stefanik, Ranking Member Langevin, and distinguished members of the Subcommittee, I am pleased to come before you more PR
House Conducted 11 Committee Hearings on March 15 (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The U.S. House of Representatives conducted 11 committee hearings on March 15:
*Appropriations:
Subcommittee on Defense:
Budget hearing on the U.S. Army. Testimony was heard from Mark T. Esper, Secretary of the Army; and General Mark A. Milley, Chief of Staff of the Army.
Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies:
Budget hearing on the Department of Veterans Affairs. Testimony was heard from David J. Shulkin, Secretary, Department more PR
House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From American Enterprise Institute (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development issued the following testimony by Robert Doar is the Morgridge fellow in poverty studies at the American Enterprise Institute, at a hearing entitled "Strengthening Access and Accountability to Work in Welfare Programs":
"Chairman Guthrie, Ranking Member Davis, and members of the committee: Thank you for the opportunity to testify today on how to best encourage work and increa more PR
House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Utah Department of Workforce Services (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development issued the following testimony by Liz Carver, program director at Utah Department of Workforce Services, at a hearing entitled "Strengthening Access and Accountability to Work in Welfare Programs":
"Thank you Chairman Guthrie, ranking member Davis and members of the subcommittee. I am honored to be here representing the state of Utah, our Governor and the Executive Director o more PR
House Foreign Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Ex-Assistant Secretary of Commerce (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The House Foreign Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Kevin J. Wolf, ex-assistant secretary of Commerce for export administration, at a hearing entitled "Modernizing Export Controls: Protecting Cutting-Edge Technology and U.S. National Security":
"Chairman Royce, Ranking Member Engel, and other distinguished members of the committee. Thank you for convening this hearing and for inviting me to testify on this important national security topic. It is a plea more PR
House Oversight & Government Reform Committee Issues Testimony From Public Citizen (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee issued the following testimony by Amit Narang, regulatory policy advocate at Public Citizen, at a hearing entitled "Shining Light on the Federal Regulatory Process":
"Mr. Chairman and Members of the Committee,
"Thank you for the opportunity to testify today on regulatory policy issues. I am Amit Narang, Regulatory Policy Advocate at Public Citizen. Public Citizen is a national public interest organization with more tha more PR
House Oversight & Government Reform Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Heritage Foundation (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The House Oversight and Government Reform subcommittee on the Interior, Energy and Environment issued the following testimony by Diane Katz, senior research fellow in regulatory policy at the Heritage Foundation, at a hearing entitled "An Examination of Federal Permitting Processes":
"The Trump Administration on February 12, 2018, unveiled a $1.5 trillion initiative to repair the nation's roads, bridges, airports, and railways. Proponents of the initiative claim that an more PR
House Science, Space & Technology Committee Issues Testimony From National Science Board (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 --The House Science, Space and Technology Committee issued the following testimony by National Science Board Chair Maria T. Zuber at a hearing entitled "An Overview of the National Science Foundation Budget Proposal for Fiscal Year 2019":
"Science has long been at the heart of the American experiment. "An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest," noted Benjamin Franklin, and the revolutionaries who founded our Nation and enshrined the promotion of "the progres more PR
House Science, Space & Technology Committee Issues Testimony From NSF Director (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 --The House Science, Space and Technology Committee issued the following testimony by National Science Foundation Director France Cordova at a hearing entitled "An Overview of the National Science Foundation Budget Proposal for Fiscal Year 2019":
"Chairman Smith, Ranking Member Johnson, and Members of the Committee, it is a privilege to be here with you today to discuss the President's Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 Budget Request for the National Science Foundation (NSF).
"Establi more PR
House Small Business Committee Issues Testimony From Hester Group (10)
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, March 12 -- The House Small Business Committee issued the following testimony by Hester Group Vice President Roslyn Mixon Phillips at a field hearing entitled "Disparities in Access to Capital: What the Federal Government Is Doing to Increase Support For Minority Owned Firms":
"Good morning,
"I am Roslyn Mixon Phillips, Vice President of Hester Group, a small, woman owned, minority business, certified as an 8 (a) and HubZone by the SBA.
"Thank you for the opportunity to more PR
House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Maritime Administration (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation issued the following testimony by Rear Admiral Mark H. Buzby, administrator of the Maritime Administration, at a hearing entitled "Review of Fiscal Year 2019 Budget Request for the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Programs":
"Good morning, Chairman Hunter, Ranking Member Garamendi and members of the Subcommittee. I appreciate the opportunity to discuss the President more PR
Human Rights Committee Reviews Report of El Salvador (10)
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 14 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release:
The Human Rights Committee today concluded the review of the seventh periodic report of El Salvador and its efforts to implement the provisions of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights.
Presenting the report, Maria Silvia Guillen, Presidential Commissioner for Human Rights of El Salvador, said that important work was being done concerning victims of human rights vio more PR
Hydro One Powers Female University Students Pursuing Careers in Engineering (10)
OSHAWA, Ontario, March 12 -- The University of Ontario Institute of Technology issued the following news release:
Female Engineering students at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology will continue to benefit from a variety of networking opportunities and outreach programs, thanks to Hydro One's renewed commitment to the Women in Engineering University Partnership program.
On International Women's Day (March 8), Hydro One announced the renewal of its commitment to women in engineeri more PR
Illinois Surpasses Old Peak Employment Level - Illinois Unemployment Rate Dips in January (10)
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, March 12 -- 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 January and nonfarm payrolls increased by +200 jobs over-the-month, based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and released by IDES. December jobs were revised down to show a slight drop (-700 jo more PR
IMF Executive Board Completes the 2017 Article IV Consultation With Lao People's Democratic Republic (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The International Monetary Fund issued the following news release:
On February 26, 2018, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV Consultation with Lao P.D.R. [1]
Lao P.D.R.'s economy continues to perform well, supported by a favorable external environment and strong flows of foreign direct investment from its dynamic neighbors. Growth in 2017 was supported by the expansion of electricity exports, construction activity and fi more PR
IMF Issues Statement on Algeria Visit (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The International Monetary Fund issued the following statement by team leader Jean-Francois Dauphin during a visit to Algiers, Algeria, on Feb. 27-March 12 to discuss the 2018 Article IV consultation:
"Algeria continues to face important challenges posed by the fall in oil prices four years ago. Despite a sizeable fiscal consolidation in 2017, the fiscal and current account deficits remain large. Reserves, while still ample, fell by US$17 billion to US$96 billion (exclud more PR
Initiative to Engage More Denver and Boulder Teens in Jewish Programs Receives New Funding After Report Shows Positive Outcomes (10)
DENVER, Colorado, March 12 -- Rose Community Foundation issued the following news release:
The multi-faceted Denver/Boulder Jewish Teen Education and Engagement Initiative (Initiative) is involving more teens in Jewish life, offering them new programs they find relevant, and helping them develop leadership skills--says a new evaluation on the Initiative released today. The Initiative, funded by Rose Community Foundation, with additional funding from the Jim Joseph Foundation and other donors, s more PR
Initiative to Engage More Denver and Boulder Teens in Jewish Programs Receives New Funding After Report Shows Positive Outcomes (10)
SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 12 -- Jim Joseph Foundation issued the following news release:
The Initiative, funded by Rose Community Foundation, with additional funding from the Jim Joseph Foundation and other donors, supports the expansion of innovative teen-focused organizations in the Denver/Boulder area. Rose Community Foundation made a $1.08 million grant, which was matched by a $1.08 million investment from the Jim Joseph Foundation to help the initiative reach sustainability and to a more PR
IOS: Creating a Safety Culture in Latin America (10)
GENEVA, Switzerland, March 12 -- The International Organization for Standardization issued the following news:
A prevalence of high-risk industries such as mining, exposure to powerful pesticides in agriculture and the exacerbation of risks due to climate change, these are just some of the factors that contribute to occupational health and safety hazards in Latin America. But a culturally rooted lack of awareness and engagement is perhaps the greatest danger of all.
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Iraq & Afghanistan Veterans of America Meet With Rep Adam Smith in Washington D.C. (10)
NEW YORK, March 13 -- Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America issued the following news release:
Last week, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA), the largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization representing post-9/11 veterans and their families, announced their "Big 6" 2018 advocacy priorities that are most important to them and their families. On Monday, IAVA members and leadership met with Representative Adam Smith (D-WA), to discuss the effort. IAVA members attending the meeting more PR
Iraq & Afghanistan Veterans of America Meet With Rep Brian Mast in Washington D.C. (10)
NEW YORK, March 13 -- Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America issued the following news release:
Last week, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA), the largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization representing post-9/11 veterans and their families, announced their "Big 6" 2018 advocacy priorities that are most important to them and their families. On Wednesday, IAVA members and leadership met with Representative Brian Mast (R-FL), to discuss the effort. IAVA members attending the meeti more PR
Iraq & Afghanistan Veterans of America Meet With Rep Julia Brownley in Washington D.C. (10)
NEW YORK, March 13 -- Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America issued the following news release:
Last week, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA), the largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization representing post-9/11 veterans and their families, announced their "Big 6" 2018 advocacy priorities that are most important to them and their families. On Wednesday, IAVA members and leadership met with Rep Julia Brownley (D-CA), to discuss the effort. IAVA members attending the meeting refl more PR
Iraq & Afghanistan Veterans of America Meet With Rep Seth Moulton in Washington D.C. (10)
NEW YORK, March 13 -- Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America issued the following news release:
Last week, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA), the largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization representing post-9/11 veterans and their families, announced their "Big 6" 2018 advocacy priorities that are most important to them and their families. On Wednesday, IAVA members and leadership met with Representative Seth Moulton (D-MA), to discuss the effort. IAVA members attending the mee more PR
Iraq & Afghanistan Veterans of America Meet With Rep Tim Walz in Washington D.C. (10)
NEW YORK, March 13 -- Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America issued the following news release:
Last week, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA), the largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization representing post-9/11 veterans and their families, announced their "Big 6" 2018 advocacy priorities that are most important to them and their families. On Wednesday, IAVA members and leadership met with Representative Tim Walz (D-MN), to discuss the effort. IAVA members attending the meeting more PR
Iraq & Afghanistan Veterans of America Meet With Sen Kirsten Gillibrand in Washington D.C. (10)
NEW YORK, March 13 -- Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America issued the following news release:
Last week, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA), the largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization representing post-9/11 veterans and their families, announced their "Big 6" 2018 advocacy priorities that are most important to them and their families. On Wednesday, IAVA members and leadership met with Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), to discuss the effort. IAVA members attending the meet more PR
L&I Secretary Stresses Importance of Bolstering Jobs and Increasing Skills Training During PennSERVE's AmeriCorps Week Celebration in Williamsport (10)
WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, March 13 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry issued the following news release:
Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Jerry Oleksiak emphasized the importance of Governor Tom Wolf's jobs and skills training initiatives while participating in service projects at the Community Arts Center in Williamsport as part of PennSERVE's AmeriCorps Week Celebration. More than 500 AmeriCorps members and staff from across the commonwealth came together for more PR
Leading the Way to Latin America's Future (10)
SAO PAULO, Brazil, March 15 -- The World Economic Forum issued the following news release:
Leaders need to do two things, and do them very well: create a vision and mobilize people around it, said Ngaire Woods, Dean of the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford, United Kingdom, in the closing session of the 2018 World Economic Forum on Latin America.
"A leader is someone who takes you farther than you thought you could go," noted Luiza Helena Trajano, Chairwoman of the Board of D more PR
Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Haley (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 12 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following legislative update from Minnesota State Rep. Barb Haley:
As many of you know, last Wednesday was "National Eagle Center Day" at the Capitol. It was great to see so many folks from the Wabasha community in St. Paul for the rally. We even had three school busses of students who came to tour the Capitol and support their city. I'm excited to be a part of this effort to expand the National Eagle Center more PR
Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Wills (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 16 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following legislative update from Minnesota State Rep. Anna Wills:
This week was highlighted by Governor Dayton delivering his final State of the State. The good news is that we can all agree that the state of our state is strong! Minnesota is a great place to live, work, and raise a family and I am proud to represent our community at the Capitol!
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Mayor Hancock, Partners to Launch New Denver Consumer Financial Protection Initiative (10)
DENVER, Colorado, March 15 -- Denver Mayor Michael Hancock issued the following news:
Mayor Michael B. Hancock and partner organizations today will launch a new Consumer Financial Protection Initiative to strengthen consumer rights and protect residents from predatory financial practices. The new initiative will focus on ways the city can combat elder financial abuse, notario fraud, wage theft, predatory lending and predatory housing practices.
"Through this new Initiative, we are ramping up o more PR
Mayor Urges Government to Act on Knife Crime as He Announces Pound 45m Fund (10)
LONDON, England, March 14 -- The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, issued the following news release:
Sadiq Khan will meet with the Home Secretary later today to call on the Government to take real action to tackle the causes of knife crime and other violent crimes, which are rising across the UK.
The Mayor has also released the first details of how organisations will be able to benefit from the new pound sterling45m fund he has set up to help young people in London at risk of being caught up in cr more PR
Menendez, Booker, Pascrell Announce $550,000 in Federal Grants to Support African American History (10)
PATERSON, New Jersey, March 13 -- The office of Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker and Congressman Bill Pascrell (N.J.-09) announced today that the National Park Service has awarded $500,000 to the City of Paterson through the African American Civil Rights Grant Program. The funds will be used to advance the second phase of facade rehabilitation for historic Hinchliffe Stadium. Additionally, $50,000 was awarded to th more PR
Mercy Corps Applauds Introduction of the Global Fragility and Violence Reduction Act of 2018 (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The Mercy Corps issued the following news release:
The global organization Mercy Corps applauds the introduction of the Global Fragility and Violence Reduction Act of 2018 by Representatives Eliot Engel (D-NY), Ted Poe (R-TX), Michael McCaul (R-TX), Adam Smith (D-WA), Bill Keating (D-MA) and Paul Cook (R-CA) in the United States Congress. This landmark legislation directs the creation of a U.S. government-wide strategy to reduce global levels of violence by reforming the more PR
Minister Bruton Announces Extra Places on Teacher Training Courses (10)
DUBLIN, Ireland, March 14 -- The Ireland Department of Education and Skills issued the following news release:
The Minister for Education and Skills Richard Bruton T.D. today announced, following consultation with the Irish Universities Association, an expansion of the number of places on post primary teacher education courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. The Minister also announced that there will be additional places provided in the priority areas of STEM, Irish and Foreign L more PR
Minister Madigan Launches Wexford County Arts Plan for 2018-2022 (10)
DUBLIN, Ireland, March 12 -- The Ireland Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht issued the following news release:
The Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Josepha Madigan TD, today (12 March) officially launched 'Advancing the Arts', the Wexford County Arts Plan for 2018-2022. This strategy aligns itself to the key goals of Wexford's Local Economic and Community Plan, where the arts contributes to the key areas of education, well-being, urban and rural regeneration as w more PR
Minnesotans Respond to Gov. Dayton's 2018 State of State Address (10)
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, March 15 -- Gov. Mark Dayton, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release:
Governor Mark Dayton delivered his eighth State of the State Address to a joint session of the Minnesota Legislature this evening. After the speech, Minnesotans responded by crediting the Governor for his continued commitment to education, economic growth and jobs, and hardworking taxpayers. Here is what they had to say.
"For the last seven years, Governor Dayton has been a champion for working M more PR
Most Working-Age SNAP Participants Work, But Often in Unstable Jobs (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The Center on Budget & Policy Priorities issued the following news release:
SNAP (formerly known as the Food Stamp Program) helps millions of Americans put food on the table each month. While two-thirds of participants are children, elderly, and people with disabilities, who are not expected to work, SNAP also helps workers, both to supplement low wages and support them when they are between jobs.
Millions of workers are in jobs that provide low pay, can have shifting s more PR
Nation's Principals Respond to Trump School Safety Proposal (10)
RESTON, Virginia, March 12 -- The National Association of Secondary School Principals issued the following statement by Executive Director JoAnn Bartoletti in response to the Trump administration's school safety proposal:
While we appreciate that the Trump administration has continued to search for school safety solutions in the wake of the shooting at Stoneman Douglas High School, their proposal to arm teachers and other school personnel is entirely misguided and dangerous. Putting more guns i more PR
NCR Corporation Commits $1 Million to Westside Future Fund to Support of Cradle-to-Career Education Strategy (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, March 16 -- NCR, a consumer transactions technologies company, issued the following news release:
Westside Future Fund (WFF) is proud to announce that Atlanta-based NCR Corporation (NCR) is WFF's newest partner in the revitalization of Atlanta's Historic Westside.
NCR, a global technology company, has pledged $1 million toward funding education initiatives at Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy, the STEM-based, pre-K-8 school that opened on the Westside in 2016. NCR's commit more PR
New Action to Improve Outcomes for Children With Additional Needs (10)
LONDON, England, March 15 -- The British Department for Education issued the following news release:
Steps to transform education for children with additional needs and ambitious plans to improve the experiences of children in alternative provision have been announced today by Education Secretary Damian Hinds.
Evidence shows children educated in alternative provision, school settings for children who face challenges in mainstream school, are less likely to achieve good GCSE grades and are less more PR
New DHL Logistics Training Program Will Drive CPS High School Students to Future Success (10)
CINCINNATI, Ohio, March 16 -- Cincinnati Public Schools issued the following news release:
Cincinnati Public Schools students from Oyler School and Dater High School are on the road to a career in logistics as part of a new career pathway program the District launched with DHL, United Way, Supply Chain OKI, Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, PNC Bank, and Cincinnati Works. The initiative is designed to provide high school students with a comprehensive training program in logistic more PR
New Home for Sports Medicine and Exercise Science Opens at UBC (10)
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 15 -- The University of British Columbia issued the following news release:
Exploring the benefits of exercise, improving athletic performance and treating sports-related injuries will be the focus of a new building that officially opens today at the University of British Columbia.
The Chan Gunn Pavilion, a new facility for the UBC faculty of medicine, will house physicians and physical therapists who treat about 3,500 patients a month. It will also be used more PR
New Infrastructure Plan Would Boost Economy (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Center on Budget & Policy Priorities issued the following news release:
Senate Democrats' new Jobs & Infrastructure Plan for America's Workers would invest roughly $1 trillion in public transit, roads, schools, water treatment plants, housing, and other critical infrastructure to create better-paid jobs, boost broadly shared economic growth, and improve Americans' quality of life. Unlike President Trump's infrastructure plan, it would go a long way toward restoring t more PR
NMU Grad Works With Grammy Artists (10)
MARQUETTE, Michigan, March 15 -- Northern Michigan University issued the following news release:
As a Northern student, Mike Picotte (BS 2001) spent much of his free time in the campus audio production labs, becoming proficient in their specialized software and equipment. Now he is realizing a major return on that investment. The Gwinn native is a senior sales engineer for Sweetwater, billed as "the world's leading music technology and instrument retailer." Picotte advises clients on gear purch more PR
No Child Should Ever Feel Unsafe in School: Governor Walker Calls $100 Million Special Session on School Safety (10)
MADISON, Wisconsin, March 15 -- Gov. Scott Walker, R-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
Governor Scott Walker today called for a special session of the Wisconsin State Legislature to pass his comprehensive School Safety Plan.
"No child, parent, or teacher should ever have to feel unsafe in school," said Governor Walker. "This package of bills focuses on ways we can help schools be safe, just like we did at the federal level ensuring that every airport and airplane were safe after 9/ more PR
OPIC Seeks Gender Lens Investment Training, Analysis (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Overseas Private Investment Corporation has issued a solicitation (OPIC-18-R-0011) for gender lens investment training.
Response Date: March 21, 2018; Set Aside: Small Business; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 523 - Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities/523999 - Miscellaneous Financial Investment Activities; For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=74d28 more CTR
Pascrell, Menendez Visit Passaic Redevelopment Site to Discuss Return of Local Economic Growth, Job Creation (10)
PASSAIC, New Jersey, March 16 -- Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr., D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
Today, U.S. Rep. Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ-09) and U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) toured the ongoing revitalization of the historic People's Bank Building, the tallest tower in the City of Passaic, to highlight necessary federal programs that have successfully spurred local economic growth and job creation in underserved communities. The site, located in downtown Passaic, is viewed as the more PR
Pascrell, Menendez, Booker Announce $550,000 in Federal Grants to Support African American History (10)
PATERSON, New Jersey, March 12 -- Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr., D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
U.S. Rep. Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ-09) and Sens. Robert Menendez (D-NJ) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) announced today that the National Park Service has awarded $500,000 to the City of Paterson through the African American Civil Rights Grant Program. The funds will be used to advance the second phase of facade rehabilitation for historic Hinchliffe Stadium. Additionally, $50,000 was awarded to th more PR
Poorest EU Regions Need Continued Support and Tailored Strategies to Catch Up (10)
BRUSSELS, Belgium, March 13 -- The European Union's European Parliament issued the following news release:
Projects that build cohesion among EU regions must remain at the heart of EU investment policies, despite pressures on the EU budget, MEPs said on Tuesday.
The "adverse effects of the economic and financial crisis", especially for low-growth regions, have reduced the margins of budgetary policies, leading to public investment cuts, MEPs stress in a resolution passed by 488 votes to 90 w more PR
Posters in the Rotunda Event to Showcase University Student Research (10)
JACKSON, Mississippi, March 16 -- Mississippi University for Women issued the following news release:
Students from all eight of Mississippi's public universities will share their research and creative activities on topics ranging from healthcare to cultural heritage to social issues with legislators and state leaders at Posters in the Rotunda, which will be held in the Rotunda of the State Capitol on Tuesday, March 20. The students will show how their research solves some of Mississippi's most more PR
President Negron Discusses Priority Legislation Passed During the 2018 Legislative Session (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, March 11 -- Florida Senate President Joe Negron issued the following news release:
Florida Senate President Joe Negron (R-Stuart) today discussed progress made on several key priorities. The Senate began the final week of the Legislative Session by passing the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act, which was signed into law by Governor Scott on Friday. The Senate's Excellence in Higher Education Act saw final passage in both the House and Senate this week more PR
Prominent Leaders/4 H Alums Elected to National 4 H Council Board (10)
CHEVY CHASE, Maryland, March 16 -- The National 4-H Council issued the following news release:
Two new Trustees have joined the National 4 H Council Board, bringing with them a wealth of experience from a diverse range of industries, including education, government, agriculture and business.
Dr. Juliette Bell, who leads the University of Maryland Eastern Shore as its president, is known as an educator who encourages her students to pursue careers in STEM. In addition, Krysta Harden joins the b more PR
Purdue Graduate Students Take Top Honors at WomenIN Tech Pitch Competition, Receive $17,500 in Cash, Entrepreneurial Support (10)
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, March 15 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
HaptImage, a Purdue University graduate student startup that develops an assistive educational technology, won first prize at the WomenIN Tech Pitch Competition and received $5,000 in cash and $12,500 in entrepreneurial support.
Purdue Railyard in the Purdue Research Park of West Lafayette hosted the event. The WomenIN Tech Competition began with 17 women-led technology startups from across Indiana, and s more PR
PVCC Educational Foundation Announces Three New Board Members and Names 2018 Foundation President and Vice President (10)
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, March 16 -- Piedmont Virginia Community College issued the following news release:
Piedmont Virginia Community College's Educational Foundation announced today that three new members have joined its board of directors.
New board members include Krissy Lester, human resource manager at Wal-Mart Distribution Center; Camilla Washington, clinical education team coordinator at Sentara Martha Jefferson Medical Group and Billy Wayson, historian and retired educator who prev more PR
Recommendations by UN Sustainable Development Goal's Steering Committee for Education (10)
PARIS, France, March 12 -- The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization issued the following news release:
The Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) - Education 2030 Steering Committee has issued recommendations focusing on financing education as a public good, strengthening national ownership and addressing data gaps as part of its work to steer progress towards meeting internationally agreed targets for education. The Committee has now released its recommendations, made d more PR
Regents Pass Resolution in Support of Funding for Higher Education (10)
PITTSBURG, Kansas, March 14 -- The Kansas Board of Regents issued the following news release:
The Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR) passed a resolution today that the Board will support only those funding solutions for education that include higher education.
"Education beyond high school is increasingly important for the prosperity of Kansas families and Kansas employers," said Dave Murfin, KBOR chairman. "We ask that if the Legislature decides additional funding for education is appropriate, it more PR
Rep. Bonamici Introduces Resolution to Recognize Contributions of Public Schools (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., has introduced a concurrent resolution (H.Con.Res. 114) "recognizing the contributions of the public elementary schools and secondary schools in the United States as an investment in our country's future and expresses the position of Congress that public funds should be spent to strengthen public elementary and secondary schools."
The resolution was introduced on March 8 and was co-sponsored by Rep. Mark Pocan, D-Wis. It was referred to the more ST
Rep. Chabot Hails the Passage of 6 Bipartisan Small Business Bills Through Committee (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Steve Chabot, R-Ohio, chairman of the House Small Business Committee, issued the following news release:
Today, the House Committee on Small Business held a markup to amend the Small Business Act and the Small Business Investment Act. All six bills passed through Committee on bipartisan votes.
H.R. 4743 (https://smallbusiness.house.gov/uploadedfiles/hr_4743.pdf), the Small Business 7(a) Lending Oversight Reform Act, introduced by Chairman Steve Chabot (R-OH)
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Rep. Grothman Urges Support for Apprenticeships, CTE Programs (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Glenn Grothman, R-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) recently rallied a bipartisan group of Wisconsin Congressmen to send a letter to House appropriators requesting strong support for apprenticeships and career and technical education (CTE) programs in the technology field in the FY18 appropriations package.
In 2016, the technology industry contributed roughly $1 trillion to the U.S. economy, employed nearly seve more PR
Rep. McCollum: State of Minnesota Responds to President's FY 2019 Budget Proposal (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Betty McCollum, D-Minnesota, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on March 13:
Mr. Speaker, I recently held a hearing in St. Paul, Minnesota's capital city, to receive feedback on President Trump's fiscal year 2019 budget proposal. I am deeply appreciative for the input from the State of Minnesota, the University of Minnesota, Ramsey County, Washington County, the City of Saint Paul, and vital nonprofits like Lutheran Social S more PR
Rep. Titus, Sen. Tester Introduce Companion Bills to Help Schools Hire More Nurses (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Dina Titus, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
In recognition of Public Schools Week, Rep. Dina Titus of Nevada's First Congressional District introduced companion legislation with Montana Sen. Jon Tester to help schools across the nation hire more full-time nurses. The bill, H.R. 5251, the Nurses for Under-Resourced Schools Everywhere Act, or NURSE Act, will allow public elementary and secondary schools to apply for grants to reduce the cost of hiring a n more PR
Rep. Upton, House Advance School Safety Legislation (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Fred Upton, R-Michigan, issued the following news release:
U.S. Rep. Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, today joined his colleagues in the U.S. House of Representatives in voting to advance H.R. 4909, the STOP School Violence Act, by a 407 to 10 vote. Upton had previously co-sponsored the bill.
"When we send our kids off to school, we expect them to arrive back home safely. This bipartisan legislation addresses flaws in the system that fail to prevent violence in school. It more PR
Reports Highlight Ireland's Current Macro-Economic Problems (10)
DUBLIN, Ireland, March 14 -- The Irish Small and Medium Enterprises Association issued the following news release:
ISME, the Irish SME Association today (March 14th) highlights the significance of two recently published reports. They mirror our members' concerns, and merit the attention from the Irish business community and financial media. The OECD 2018 Economic Survey of Ireland, and the EU Commission's Semester Report 2018 contain a significant amount of objective, robust external analysis o more PR
Royal Visitor Officially Opens New Cranfield Facility (10)
CRANFIELD, England, March 12 -- Cranfield University issued the following news release:
Sir Peter Gregson, Cranfield University's Chief Executive and Vice-Chancellor, welcomed His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent, to the Bedfordshire campus on Thursday 8 March, 2018, to officially open the new IMEC (intelligent mobility engineering centre) building.
His Royal Highness unveiled a plaque in the foyer alongside a BAR F1 racing car, and then went on to view the extensive IMEC facility. The building more PR
Rural and Remote Communities in Alberta Will Benefit From Faster Internet (10)
OTTAWA, Ontario, March 15 -- Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (formerly Industry Canada), an arm of the Canadian government, issued the following news release:
Internet access serves as more than just a convenience; it is an essential means by which citizens, businesses and institutions access information, offer services and create opportunities that could otherwise be out of reach. Through an investment of $17.1 million, the Government of Canada is helping to bring new or im more PR
Rural and Remote Communities in British Columbia Will Benefit From Faster Internet (10)
OTTAWA, Ontario, March 13 -- Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (formerly Industry Canada), an arm of the Canadian government, issued the following news release:
Internet access serves as more than just a convenience: it is an essential means by which citizens, businesses, and institutions access information, offer services and create opportunities that could otherwise be out of reach. The Government of Canada, in partnership with the Government of British Columbia and private more PR
Rural, Remote Communities in Alberta Will Benefit From Faster Internet (10)
CALGARY, Alberta, March 15 -- The Canadian Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development issued the following news release:
Internet access serves as more than just a convenience; it is an essential means by which citizens, businesses and institutions access information, offer services and create opportunities that could otherwise be out of reach. Through an investment of $17.1 million, the Government of Canada is helping to bring new or improved high-speed Internet to Canadians in more PR
Rural, Remote Communities in British Columbia Will Benefit From Faster Internet (10)
SKIDEGATE, British Columbia, March 13 -- The Canadian Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development issued the following news release:
Internet access serves as more than just a convenience: it is an essential means by which citizens, businesses, and institutions access information, offer services and create opportunities that could otherwise be out of reach. The Government of Canada, in partnership with the Government of British Columbia and private investors, is helping to bring more PR
Seattle Preschool Program Expands to More Than 76 Classrooms Serving at Least 1,400 Children (10)
SEATTLE, Washington, March 15 -- Seattle Mayor Jenny A. Durkan issued the following news release:
Mayor Jenny A. Durkan announced the expansion of the Seattle Preschool Program into at least 22 additional classrooms for the 2018 - 2019 school year, which will serve at least 1,400 children across the City in more than 76 classrooms. In addition, she celebrated the launch of its application cycle for the next school year.
As applications open for the Seattle Preschool Program Pilot, the program more PR
Secretary-General's Remarks at UNRWA Donors Conference (10)
NEW YORK, March 15 -- United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres issued the following remarks on Palestinians in Gaza:
"Ladies and Gentlemen,
"I thank Egypt, Jordan and Sweden for co-chairing this gathering.
"I also welcome the high-level presence of the League of Arab States, the Organization for Islamic Cooperation and the European Union.
"I would like to start by recalling a memorable encounter I had last year with students at an UNRWA school in Gaza.
"We all know the pressures th more PR
Security Industry Association Opens Registration for SIA GovSummit 2018 (10)
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, March 12 -- The Security Industry Association issued the following news release:
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has opened registration for its annual public policy and government security technology conference, SIA GovSummit. At the 2018 SIA GovSummit, security industry leaders and government officials meet and examine technology requirements, review policy trends, and address evolving security challenges. Additionally, the Secure Schools Roundtable on day of more PR
Sen. Cassidy Urges Department of Education to Provide Guidance on Most Effective Anti-Opioid Addiction Education (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- 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's Subcommittee on Children and Families, is urging the U.S. Department of Education to conduct a comprehensive review of states' efforts to educate children on the dangers of opioid abuse, and provide guidelines to states on how schools can most effectively implement anti-add more PR
Sen. Harris at 7th Annual Y for Youth Luncheon: 'Our Youth Have Always Been Our Future' (10)
SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 12 -- The office of Sen. Kamala D. Harris, D-California, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Kamala D. Harris delivered remarks on Friday at the YMCA's 7th Annual Y for Youth Luncheon in San Francisco, an event celebrating young leaders who have succeeded in the face of adversity and are making an impact in their communities. Harris reflected on the connection between education and public safety, the challenges facing the country today, and the past more PR
Sen. Heinrich Calls for Stronger Investment in Student Health and Safety (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The office of Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
In the face of the opioid epidemic that is ravaging communities and gun violence that is endangering the health and wellbeing of America's youth, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) is calling for stronger federal investments that enhance student health and safety.
In a letter to the Senate Appropriations Committee leadership, Senator Heinrich joined over two-dozen Senators in request more PR
Sen. Heitkamp Announces Major Federal Investment to Serve Students in Standing Rock & Oberon (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The office of Sen. Heidi Heitkamp, D-North Dakota, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp announced two federal grants totaling over $10 million to the Solen School District and the Oberon School District to construct new elementary schools due to the unacceptable conditions of the current buildings.
Heitkamp has long fought for more federal resources to construct a new elementary school in Cannon Ball. In 2014 Heitkamp pressured the President an more PR
Sen. McConnell Sponsors Critical School Safety Legislation (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The office of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) joined U.S. Senator Orrin Hatch (R-UT) and a bipartisan group of Senators in introducing the Students, Teachers, and Officers Preventing (STOP) School Violence Act of 2018. The bipartisan legislation authorizes funds for school security improvements and investment in early intervention and prevention programs to stop scho more PR
Sen. Menendez Continues Jersey Jobs Tour, Hosts Roundtable With Minority-Owned Small Businesses (10)
NEWARK, New Jersey, March 12 -- The office of Sen. Robert Menendez, D-, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Bob Menendez last week sat down with minority small business owners from across New Jersey and leaders from the African American Chamber of Commerce of NJ (AACCNJ) and the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of NJ (SHCCNJ) in continuation of his Jersey Jobs Tour, in which the senator has directly engaged with the state's various business sectors to discuss ways to grow the more PR
Sen. Murkowski: Regulatory Relief Bill Passes Senate (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The office of Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Murkowski (R-AK) today voted for S. 2155, the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act, legislation that measures good practices and fair treatment of banking institution customers and rolls back many burdensome Dodd-Frank provisions that had unintended consequences for consumers, home-buyers, and small business owners.
"I have heard from many local lendin more PR
Sen. Schumer: Toys R Us Is in Serious Threat of Closure & May Soon Shutter, Leaving Consumers Stuck With Useless Gift Cards (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The office of Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release:
On the heels of swirling reports concerning the future of retailer Toys R Us, U.S. Senator Charles Schumer has announced today that he is urging the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to step in amidst very real and serious concerns for the company's longevity, particularly as it relates to gift cards purchased by consumers. Schumer is asking the FTC to take an immediate look into the compa more PR
Sen. Tester Introduces Bill to Hire More School Nurses, Improve Student Health in Montana (10)
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The office of Sen. Jon Tester, D-Montana, issued the following news release:
To kick off #PublicSchoolsWeek, U.S. Senator and former music teacher Jon Tester today introduced the Nurses for Under-Resourced Schools Everywhere (NURSE) Act, a bill to help rural and underserved schools in Montana hire school nurses and improve student health.
Montana schools often serve as a primary provider of health care services to children and youth. However only four Montana counties m more PR
Sen. Tester, Bullock Demand FCC Cut Red Tape, Deliver High-Speed Internet for Montana Students (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The office of Sen. Jon Tester, D-Montana, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Jon Tester and Governor Steve Bullock are calling on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to update a program aimed at bringing broadband to rural schools, following a report that applications are facing long delays and denials.
Tester and Bullock are urging FCC Chairman Ajit Pai to reform the E-Rate Program, an FCC initiative that provides discounts on telecommunications se more PR
Senate Armed Services Committee Issues Testimony From U.S. Africa Command (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Senate Armed Services Committee issued the following testimony by Gen. Thomas D. Waldhauser, commander of U.S. Africa Command, at a hearing to examine U.S. Central Command and U.S. Africa Command:
"Chairman McCain, Ranking Member Reed, distinguished members of the committee, thank you for the opportunity to update you on the efforts of U.S. Africa Command to protect and promote U.S. vital interests in Africa. At the outset, I want to remember the soldiers in Niger an more PR
Senate Armed Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Air Forces Cyber (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Senate Armed Services subcommittee on Cybersecurity issued the following testimony by Gen. Christopher Weggeman, commander of the 24th Air Force and of Air Forces Cyber, at a hearing entitled "Cyber Posture of the Services":
"Chairman Rounds, Ranking Member Nelson, and distinguished members of the Subcommittee, thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today, along with my fellow Service Cyber Component Commanders. I look forward to discussing the Air Force' more PR
Senate Commerce, Science & Transportation Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Mayor of Wilton Manors (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation subcommittee on Communications, Technology, Innovation and the Internet issued the following testimony by Wilton Manors Mayor Gary Resnick at a hearing entitled "Rebuilding Infrastructure in America: Investing in Next Generation Broadband":
"Good morning, Chairman Wicker, Ranking Member Schatz, and members of the Subcommittee. I am Gary Resnick, Mayor of Wilton Manors, Florida. I'm here to speak on behalf of the National Le more PR
Senate Conducted Five Committee Hearings on March 14 (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The Senate conducted Five committee hearings on March 14:
*Armed Services:
Subcommittee on Strategic Forces:
To examine Department of Energy atomic energy defense activities and programs in review of the Defense Authorization Request for fiscal year 2019 and the Future Years Defense Program, including continued actions needed to address management challenges, after receiving testimony from Lisa E. Gordon-Hagerty, Under Secretary for Nuclear Security, James M. Owendoff, more PR
Senate Energy & Natural Resources Committee Issues Testimony From Secretary of Interior (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee issued the following testimony by Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke at a hearing is to examine President Trump's budget request for the Department of the Interior for fiscal 2019:
"Chairman Murkowski, Ranking Member Cantwell, and Members of the Committee, I am pleased to appear before you today to discuss the 2019 President's Budget for the Department of the Interior. The 2019 Budget Request for Interior is $11.7 billion. The more PR
Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Farmspace Systems (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate Foreign Relations subcommittee on Multilateral International Development, Multilateral Institutions and International Economic, Energy, and Environmental Policy issued the following testimony by Lt. Gen. John Castellaw (USMC, Ret.), co-founder and CEO of Farmspace Systems, at a hearing entitled "Why Food Security Matters":
"Chairman Young, Ranking Member Merkley, thank you for the opportunity to testify today about the importance of global food security to our more PR
Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Refugees International (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate Foreign Relations subcommittee on Africa and Global Health Policy issued the following testimony by Mark Yarnell, senior advocate and United Nations liaison for Refugees International, at a hearing entitled "Somalia's Current Security and Stability Status":
"I would like to take this opportunity to thank Chairman Flake, Ranking Member Booker, and the members of this subcommittee for holding this timely hearing today.
"Refugees International (RI) is a non-prof more PR
Senate Indian Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From National Indian Health Board (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate Indian Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Samuel Moose, treasurer for the National Indian Health Board, at an oversight hearing entitled "Opioids in Indian Country: Beyond the Crisis to Healing the Community":
"Chairman Hoeven, Vice Chairman Udall, and Members of the Committee, the National Indian Health Board (NIHB) thanks you for holding the hearing, "Opioids in Indian Country: Beyond the Crisis to Healing the Community." On behalf of NIHB a more PR
Senate Passes Balanced Budget Focused on Education, Public Safety, $3.3 Billion Reserves (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, March 11 -- Florida Senate President Joe Negron issued the following news release:
The Florida Senate today passed House Bill 5001, the 2018-19 General Appropriations Act, a balanced state budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The budget provides unprecedented K-12 per student funding, makes key investments in Florida Forever Programs, and prioritizes funding for vulnerable residents of Florida's nursing homes, while setting aside $3.3 billion in total reserves.
"This bala more PR
Senate Proposes Largest Ever State Commitment to Prevent Heroin and Opioid Abuse (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 13 -- The New York State Senate (majority) issued the following news release:
Senate Budget Proposal Includes $265 Million for Drug Prevention and Treatment,Addresses Fentanyl and Other Deadly Synthetics, Protects Children and Adults from Opioid Exposure, Strengthens Enforcement
The New York State Senate Majority today unveiled details of their extensive response to the challenges facing communities in the fight against opioids and heroin. As part of the Senate's 2018-1 more PR
Senate Schedules Eight Committee Hearings for March 14 (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate scheduled eight committee hearings for March 14:
*Armed Services:
Subcommittee on Strategic Forces:
To examine Department of Energy atomic energy defense activities and programs in review of the Defense Authorization Request for fiscal year 2019 and the Future Years Defense Program.
*Commerce, Science, and Transportation:
To examine rebuilding infrastructure in America, focusing on Administration perspectives.
*Environment and Public Works:
To examine an more PR
Senate to Act on 2018-19 Budget Resolution That Controls Spending, Protects Hardworking Taxpayers (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 14 -- The New York State Senate (majority) issued the following news release:
The New York State Senate today will act on a 2018-19 budget plan that promotes affordability, opportunity, and security for all New Yorkers. This fiscally responsible plan keeps state spending within the two-percent cap and serves as a blueprint for the creation of a better budget and a stronger, safer, and more prosperous New York.
It includes none of the new taxes and fees proposed by the E more PR
Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Military Officers Association of America (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Rene Campos, senior director of the Military Officers Association of America, at a joint hearing with the House Veterans' Affairs Committee to examine the legislative presentation of multiple veterans service organizations:
"Chairman Isakson, Chairman Roe, Ranking Members Tester and Walz, on behalf of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), I am grateful for the opportunity to present t more PR
Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Retired Enlisted Association (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by John Adams, national president of the Retired Enlisted Association, at a joint hearing with the House Veterans' Affairs Committee to examine the legislative presentation of multiple veterans service organizations:
"Chairmen Isakson and Roe, Ranking Members Tester and Walz and distinguished members of both Committees:
"It is an honor for me to speak before this Joint Committee hearing about TREA's l more PR
Sens. Isakson, Alexander Applaud Court Decision to Preserve Affordable Retirement Planning for Hardworking Americans (10)
WASHINGTON, March 16 -- The office of Sen. Johnny Isakson, R-Georgia, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senators Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., and Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn., praised a ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit striking down the Obama-era "fiduciary rule" issued by the U.S. Department of Labor as "unreasonable."
Isakson and Alexander said the court's ruling on Thursday is a victory for hardworking Americans who need access to affordable retirement planning advice.
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Sens. Menendez, Booker Announce $4.5M to Support Head Start Programs (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The office of Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker today announced that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $4,549,485 to support Head Start and Early Head Start programs at various HOPES Community Action Partnership locations throughout Northern New Jersey.
"Every child in New Jersey, regardless of which zip code they live in, deserves the opportunity for quality earl more PR
Sens. Menendez, Pascrell Visit Passaic Redevelopment Site on Latest Jersey Jobs Tour Stop (10)
PASSAIC, New Jersey, March 16 -- The office of Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Bob Menendez and Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. (N.J.-09) today toured the ongoing revitalization of the historic People's Bank Building, the tallest tower in the City of Passaic, to highlight necessary federal programs that have successfully spurred local economic growth and job creation in underserved communities. The site, located in downtown Passaic, is viewed a more PR
Sens. Van Hollen, Tester Introduce Legislation to Fully Fund Special Education (10)
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The office of Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
Today, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) and Jon Tester (D-Mont.) introduced the IDEA Full Funding Act. This legislation would finally ensure Congress' commitment to fully fund the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). In 1975, Congress passed IDEA to ensure that every child with a disability has access to educational opportunity. This legislation was a historic step for more PR
SF Board of Education Approves $73.7M Spending Plan for Enrichment Programs (10)
SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 16 -- The San Francisco Unified School District issued the following news release:
The San Francisco Board of Education on Tuesday approved the $73.7 million Public Education Enrichment Fund (PEEF) Expenditure Plan Proposal, which allocates voter-approved funds for sports, libraries, arts, music and other programs in the city's public schools.
The projected spending plan for the 2018-19 school year includes an additional $4.2 million than the previous school ye more PR
Social Change Through Art Earns Westminster Student a 2018 Newman Civic Fellow Award (10)
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, March 15 -- Westminster College issued the following news:
Westminster College congratulates junior Teresa Bagdasarova as a recipient of the 2018 Newman Civic Fellow award. The national fellowship recognizes inspiring college student leaders who have demonstrated an investment in finding solutions for challenges facing communities throughout the country.
Westminster president Stephen Morgan nominated Bagdasarova for her dedication to creating social change through academi more PR
State Department Issues Statement on Support of Lebanese Armed Forces, Internal Security Forces (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The U.S. Department of State issued the following statement by spokesperson Heather Nauert on the conference in support of the Lebanese Armed Forces and Internal Security Forces:
"The United States today renewed its support for two of Lebanon's vital national institutions, the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) and Internal Security Forces (ISF), in Rome at the conference in support of Lebanese state security services. U.S. delegate and Senior Bureau Official for Near Eastern A more PR
State Dietetics Association Names Shackleford As Its Food, Nutrition Policy Advocate Awardee (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 12 -- The Indiana House Democrats issued the following news:
State Rep. Robin Shackleford will be presented with the Food & Nutrition Policy Advocate Award at the Indiana Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics (IAND) Dietitians Day at the Statehouse.
WHAT: The 2018 Dietitians Day at the Statehouse will celebrate the work of Dietitians as they connect with Indiana leaders to discuss the health and well-being of Hoosiers. On this day, IAND will be recognizing their Food & more PR
State Dietetics Association Names Shackleford Its Food, Nutrition Policy Legislator of Year (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 15 -- The Indiana House Democrats issued the following news:
State Rep. Robin Shackleford (D-Indianapolis) received the Food & Nutrition Policy Legislator of the Year Award from the Indiana Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics (IAND) during "Dietitians Day" at the Statehouse today (March 14).
Today's 2018 "Dietitians Day" at the Statehouse celebrated the work of dietitians as they connect with Indiana leaders to discuss the health and well-being of Hoosiers.
This awar more PR
State University of New York Issues Statement on Death of Rep. Slaughter (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 16 -- The State University of New York issued the following statement by Board Chairman H. Carl McCall and Chancellor Kristina M. Johnson:
"Today, The State University of New York lost a friend and a true champion of education and research with the passing of Congresswoman Louise Slaughter.
"As Dean of the New York Congressional Delegation, her tireless leadership was invaluable to expand access to affordable education.
"She spoke up for financial aid, and for federal more PR
STATEWIDE POLL: Vast Majority of California Voters Favor Candidates for Governor With Plan to Serve State's Fast-Growing Senior Population (10)
SAN DIEGO, California, March 12 -- West Health Institute issued the following news release:
More than two-thirds of California voters feel the state is not prepared to address the health and social service needs of its fast-growing senior population, and that sentiment could sway votes in the race for governor, according to a new poll commissioned by two California-based senior-focused nonprofit organizations. California is heading for a crisis in caring for its older population if the state an more PR
Stevens Institute of Technology and Saint Peter's University Receive ACE/Fidelity Investments Award for Institutional Transformation (10)
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The American Council on Education issued the following news release:
ACE announced today that Stevens Institute of Technology (NJ) and Saint Peter's University (NJ) are the recipients of the 2018 ACE/Fidelity Investments Award for Institutional Transformation.
The award was created to recognize institutions that have responded to higher education challenges in innovative and creative ways and achieved dramatic changes in a relatively brief period. It includes a $10,000 more PR
Stevens Receives ACE/Fidelity Investments Award For Institutional Transformation (10)
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, March 11 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news release:
Turnaround is not too strong a word to describe the transformation that has taken place at Stevens Institute of Technology since 2011
Stevens Institute of Technology President Nariman Farvardin accepted the American Council on Education (ACE)/Fidelity Investments Award for Institutional Transformation on behalf of Stevens at ACE's 100th annual meeting on Sunday, March 11.
The award was created more PR
Students Selected to Work at European Space Agency (10)
CRANFIELD, England, March 15 -- Cranfield University issued the following news release:
A group of six Cranfield University students have been selected by the European Space Agency (ESA) to travel to Germany and carry out an experiment at The Center of Applied Space Technology and Microgravity (ZARM) Drop Tower facilities that could change the future of space exploration.
The students, Florian Gautier, George Kersey, Carole Le Blay, Daniyal Ahmad Durrani, Stuart Ogborne and Elioenai Sitepu are more PR
Study of Earlier Tax Holiday Suggests That New Tax Break on Repatriated Foreign Earnings Will Spur Increased R&D (10)
SARASOTA, Florida, March 16 -- The American Accounting Association issued the following news release:
After years of national hand-wringing about trillions of dollars in profits held abroad by U.S. multinational corporations, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act enacted in December has mandated repatriation of those earnings at a greatly reduced tax rate. At the same time, an upsurge in corporate stock buybacks has raised concerns that the benefits of this massive tax break will go mostly to the wealthy.
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Taoiseach Leo Varadkar Announces International Bioeconomy Research Agreement to Support Rural and Farming Communities (10)
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Science Foundation Ireland issued the following news release:
An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar TD, today announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Irish-based BEACON SFI Research Centre for Bioeconomy and the US-based HARVEST (Helping Agriculture Remain Vital through Engineering, Science and Technology). HARVEST is a National Science Foundation (NSF) funded Research Coordination Network (RCN) based out of Virginia Tech.
A bioeconomy can provide farmer more PR
Technology, Healthcare and Education Services are the Focus of Enterprise Ireland Events in China Led by Tanaiste Simon Coveney T.D., During St. Patrick's Day Visit (10)
DUBLIN, Ireland, March 15 -- Enterprise Ireland issued the following news release:
Tanaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Simon Coveney T.D., witnessed the signing of 17 partnership agreements between Enterprise Ireland clients and Chinese companies and Higher Education Institutions on Wednesday 14th and Thursday 15th March during his six-day visit to China to mark St. Patrick's Day.
An Tanaiste said; "I am delighted to support Enterprise Ireland's export-focussed activities in C more PR
Tennessee Tech Ranked Top Public University in State for Students' Loan Repayment Success (10)
COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, March 13 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release:
Tennessee Tech is the top ranked public university in Tennessee when it comes to setting up students for successful loan repayments, according to two industry rankings from the Student Loan Report and LendEDU.
Tech is ranked first in Tennessee among public colleges and universities, and second in the state overall once private institutions are considered, by both groups. Nationally, Tech is more PR
Texas Democrats Endorse Local Candidates (10)
AUSTIN, Texas, March 12 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following statement:
Today, the Texas Democratic Party endorsed progressive candidates enrolled in our Project LIFT (Local Investment in the Future of Texas) program for the May 5th elections.
Project LIFT works with local party leaders and progressive partners to recruit, train, and support candidates - with a special focus on winning local, non-partisan races.
Meet the Texas Democratic Party's Project LIFT endorsed candidates: more PR
The 48th Annual Mount Jubilee Gala is Set for April 6 (10)
CINCINNATI, Ohio, March 12 -- Mount St. Joseph University issued the following news release:
Mount St. Joseph University will host alumni, faculty, staff, and friends of the University at the 48th annual Mount Jubilee Gala Scholarship Benefit on Friday, April 6, 2018. As in the past, 100 percent of all proceeds benefit student scholarships, which help to make an education at the Mount possible for hundreds of students per year.
President H. James Williams, Ph.D., and First Lady Carole Williams more PR
The Boston Foundation's New Early Childhood Strategy (10)
BOSTON, Massachusetts, March 12 -- The Boston Foundation issued the following news release:
Over the last decade, research has incontrovertibly established the power of early childhood interventions. High-quality programs for babies and young children can have a lifetime of benefits; they also deliver higher returns on investment than most interventions targeting later stages in human development or education. As part of its 2020 strategic plan, the Boston Foundation committed to launching an e more PR
The Lodzkie Region Shows Best Practices in the Circular Economy (10)
BRUSSELS, Belgium, March 16 -- The European Committee of the Regions issued the following news release:
Members of the ENVE commission visited the Lodzkie Region on 14-15 March to get acquainted with best practices in the area of the circular economy.
The delegation has visited various projects in the fields of environmental protection, waste management, bioeconomy, renewable energy and eco-innovation. These result from the cooperation between private businesses, applied science and research i more PR
The Time Is Now for More Women in Science (10)
RYE BROOK, New York, March 13 -- The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society issued the following news release:
As breakthroughs in cancer treatments are occurring at an ever increasing rate, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is shining a spotlight on the women in science who are helping to lead these advances.
Through its significant investment in cancer research - more than $1.2 billion since its founding nearly 70 years ago - LLS is committed to funding and recognizing female scientists, physicia more PR
Tim Kane Named Vice President of Alumnae/i Affairs and Development (10)
POUGHKEEPSIE, New York, March 12 -- Vassar College issued the following news release:
Tim Kane, whose career has encompassed more than 35 years in college and secondary education, has been named Vassar's Vice President of Alumnae/i Affairs and Development.
The Office of Alumnae/i Affairs and Development (OAAD), which Kane will lead, serves Vassar by maintaining and strengthening relationships that are vital to sustaining and enhancing the College's mission. In pursuit of these goals, OAAD reac more PR
Transformational Gift From Calgary Real Estate Magnate Initiates Dhillon School of Business (10)
LETHBRIDGE, Alberta, March 14 -- The University of Lethbridge issued the following news:
The University of Lethbridge today announces the transformation of its Faculty of Management to the Dhillon School of Business, which will have a strategic focus on finance and business innovation.
Navjeet (Bob) Dhillon, President and CEO of Mainstreet Equity Corporation, pledged a $10-million gift to the University of Lethbridge, the largest donation in the institution's history. In recognition of Dhillon more PR
Treasurer Josh Mandel Celebrates National Sunshine Week (10)
COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 15 -- Ohio State Treasurer Josh Mandel issued the following news release:
Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel is proud to celebrate National Sunshine Week, an annual initiative launched by the American Society of News Editors designed to raise awareness about the importance of freedom of information and highlight open and transparent government.
A dedicated proponent of open government, Treasurer Mandel launched the Treasurer's Transparency Project in 2011 in an effort to increas more PR
Treasurer Read and First-Time Savers Celebrate the First $1.5 Million in Assets in Oregon's First-in-the-Nation Retirement Program (10)
PORTLAND, Oregon, March 16 -- Oregon State Treasurer Tobias Read issued the following news release:
In just a few months, Oregon's landmark retirement savings program has helped many first-time savers to invest in themselves and collectively set aside more than $1.5 million, State Treasurer Tobias Read announced today.
The news comes as OregonSaves is ramping up and is now available statewide: The program will serve as many as 1 million Oregon workers who currently lack access to a retirement more PR
U.N. Security Council Issues Statement on Saving Palestine Refugee Agency's Vital Programmes (10)
ROME, Italy, March 15 -- The United Nations Security Council issued the following statement by UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres at the ministerial conference on support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA):
"I thank Egypt, Jordan and Sweden for co-chairing this gathering. I also welcome the high-level presence of the League of Arab States, the Organization for Islamic Cooperation and the European Union. I would like to start by reca more PR
UF Honored for Internationalization Initiatives (10)
GAINESVILLE, Florida, March 13 -- The University of Florida issued the following news release:
NAFSA, the Association of International Educators, announced today that the University of Florida has been selected as one of five institutions to receive the 2018 Senator Paul Simon Award for Comprehensive Internationalization. The award will be formally presented during International Education Week on November 13 in Washington D.C.
UF is being honored for its broad commitment to international educa more PR
ULI/PwC Report: Amidst a Late-cycle Property Market and Evolving Business Models, the Global Real Estate Industry Remains Strong (10)
LONDON, England, March 13 -- The PwC Global, a professional services firm, issued the following news release:
Despite being late in its cycle, the global real estate market is benefiting from strong returns for investors and a positive global economic outlook, according to Emerging Trends in Real Estate(R) - The Global Outlook for 2018, an annual forecast of global real estate investor sentiment published jointly by PwC and the Urban Land Institute (ULI). The report notes that in this highly co more PR
ULI/PwC Report: Amidst a Late-cycle Property Market and Evolving Business Models, the Global Real Estate Industry Remains Strong (10)
LONDON, England, March 14 -- The PwC Global, a professional services firm, issued the following news release:
Despite being late in its cycle, the global real estate market is benefiting from strong returns for investors and a positive global economic outlook, according to Emerging Trends in Real Estate(R) - The Global Outlook for 2018, an annual forecast of global real estate investor sentiment published jointly by PwC and the Urban Land Institute (ULI). The report notes that in this highly co more PR
United States Ambassador Reaffirms Commitment to U.S.- Indonesian Strategic Partnership in North Sulawesi (10)
JAKARTA, Indonesia, March 13 -- The U.S. Embassy in Indonesia issued the following news release:
United States Ambassador to Indonesia, Joseph R. Donovan Jr., concluded his recent trip to North Sulawesi where he demonstrated the U.S.' ongoing commitment to the U.S.-Indonesian Strategic Partnership across all segments of Indonesian society, including through military-to-military engagement, promoting commercial ties, educational exchanges, and expanded trade ties.
While in Manado, Ambassador Do more PR
University and College Students in Central Canada Equip Canadians With the Knowledge and Skills Needed to Create Financially-Secure Futures (10)
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, March 12 -- Enactus Canada issued the following news release:
Students from the University of Windsor launched a social enterprise that provides victims of sex and labour trafficking in Canada with sustainable employment developing affordable sanitary menstrual health products for women living in poverty in Nicaragua.
Students at the University of Toronto, St. George campus are also helping increase marginalized women's access to financial literacy education through their more PR
USD Foundation Continues to Lead in National Survey (10)
VERMILLION, South Dakota, March 12 -- The University of South Dakota issued the following news:
The University of South Dakota Foundation again outpaced its peers in an annual report measuring endowment earnings of 809 participating U.S. colleges and universities according to the 2017 National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO)-Commonfund Study of Endowments. The 2017 survey, which includes Harvard, Yale, Stanford, and Princeton, put the USD Foundation ahead of the more PR
UW-Green Bay Foundation Announces More Than $700,000 in Scholarship Funds Available for Students in 2018-19 (10)
GREEN BAY, Wisconsin, March 12 -- The University of Wisconsin's Green Bay campus issued the following news release:
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Foundation has informed Chancellor Gary L. Miller that it is releasing $720,700 in named endowed and annual scholarship funds which will be available to award students for the 2018-2019 academic year. This sum is four percent higher than a year ago. This total includes five new endowed scholarships. The UW-Green Bay Foundation currently admini more PR
Virginia Wesleyan University Freezes Tuition for 2018-19 (10)
NORFOLK, Virginia, March 15 -- Virginia Wesleyan College issued the following news release:
Full-time Virginia Wesleyan University students will pay the same rate of tuition in the 2018-19 academic year as they do in the current year, thanks to a freeze on tuition approved by the Board of Trustees, said VWU President Scott D. Miller. The last time Virginia Wesleyan instituted a tuition freeze was 20 years ago in 1998.
"We recognize that higher education is a substantial investment for students more PR
Visit by Minister for European Affairs, Helen McEntee T.D., to Slovakia and Austria (10)
DUBLIN, Ireland, March 14 -- The Ireland Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade issued the following news release:
The Minister for European Affairs, Helen McEntee T.D., is today beginning a visit to Slovakia and Austria as part of a programme of Ministerial visits around the world to mark St. Patrick's Day 2018.
The visit offers Minister McEntee the opportunity to deepen our excellent relations with both Slovakia and Austria. Minister McEntee will hold seven bilateral meetings, attend five e more PR
Visit by Tanaiste, Mr. Simon Coveney, T.D. to China (10)
DUBLIN, Ireland, March 12 -- The Ireland Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade issued the following news release:
The Tanaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Simon Coveney T.D., is today beginning a visit to China as part of a programme of Ministerial visits around the world to mark St Patrick's Day 2018.
The visit offers the Tanaiste the opportunity to enhance political relations with this important Asian partner, to make progress on trade and investment opportunities, to suppo more PR
Visit of Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia Concludes (10)
LONDON, England, March 11 -- The British Foreign and Commonwealth Office issued the following news release:
The Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, HRH Mohammed bin Salman, concluded his three day visit to the UK yesterday with bilateral meetings with the Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson and Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson.
During the visit, the Crown Prince's first official overseas trip, he had engagements with the Queen, the Prince of Wales and Duke of Cambridge, and meetings with the Prime Min more PR
Walton Priory School Wins BP Ultimate STEM Challenge at Science Museum (10)
LONDON, England, March 13 -- BP, an integrated oil and gas company, issued the following news release:
Four students from Walton Priory School in Staffordshire have won the BP Ultimate STEM Challenge at an event held at the Science Museum in London. Aimee, Eve, Jenny and Megan were praised by the judges for their innovative scientific thinking, excellent presentation skills and passion for science communication.
The final took place during British Science Week 2018 (9-18 March), a nationwide c more PR
Week When Arizonans Realized Doug Ducey Was Vulnerable Governor (10)
PHOENIX, Arizona, March 16 -- The Arizona Democratic Party issued the following news release:
This was the week when Arizonans across the state realized Doug Ducey was a vulnerable governor. Two televised protests, ignoring Arizona's children, and getting panned unanimously by the state media - Gov. Ducey's election chances are now officially up in the air.
Take a look at how tone deaf and out of touch Doug Ducey has been for the state of Arizona.
1) #REDforED Protests Follow Doug Ducey for P more PR
WilmerHale Partner Andre Owens Joins LUNGevity Foundation's Board of Directors (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 14 -- The LUNGevity Foundation issued the following news release:
LUNGevity Foundation, the nation's leading lung cancer-focused nonprofit organization, today announced that Andre Owens, partner in the Washington, D.C., law office of WilmerHale, has joined the Board of Directors. Together with other global leaders on the Board, Owens will lend his expertise to further LUNGevity's work of changing outcomes for people with lung cancer.
"We are grateful to have someone as more PR
Wolf Administration Visits Elk County to Discuss Investment in STEM Training for Students (10)
ST. MARYS, Pennsylvania, March 15 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news:
Pennsylvania Department of Education Executive Deputy Secretary Dr. David Volkman made a Schools That Teach Visit to St. Marys Area School District today where he met with students and staff and toured classrooms and the district's SMART Lab, which is an interactive classroom space where students can explore STEM and media arts.
"Pennsylvania districts are making extraordinary progress in p more PR
YCC 2018 Applications Now Available (10)
TWENTYNINE PALMS, California, March 12 -- The National Park Service's Joshua Tree National Park issued the following news release:
This summer, Joshua Tree National Park will sponsor a 9-week, Youth Conservation Corps program. Youths between the ages of 15 and 18 are encouraged to apply. To be eligible, applicants may not reach their 19th birthday during the program. Selected applicants will start work on June 18, 2018 and continue in the program until August 16, 2018. Corps members will earn t more PR
Young Invincibles Supports Federal Work Study Reform Bill (10)
WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The Young Invincibles issued the following news release:
Today, Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici and Congressman Derek Kilmer introduced the Opportunities for Success Act of 2018, a bill to improve and reform the Federal Work Study Program. It would more than triple investment in the program over five years and allocate funds based on student need and the amount of Pell Grant aid students receive at a given institution. Additionally, it would create summer work study posit more PR
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FFRF Urges Congress to Quash New Voucher-Style Education Program (10)
MADISON, Wisconsin, March 16 -- The Freedom From Religion Foundation issued the following news release:
The Freedom From Religion Foundation and 60 other organizations are opposing a new congressional bill that introduces a voucher-style program for military families.
The groups' joint letter focuses on the Military Education Savings Account Act of 2018. The bill promotes the setting up of Education Savings Accounts that would transfer funding ordinarily supporting students attending public sc more PR
Senate to Act on 2018-19 Budget Resolution That Controls Spending, Protects Hardworking Taxpayers (10)
ALBANY, New York, March 14 -- The New York State Senate (majority) issued the following news release:
The New York State Senate today will act on a 2018-19 budget plan that promotes affordability, opportunity, and security for all New Yorkers. This fiscally responsible plan keeps state spending within the two-percent cap and serves as a blueprint for the creation of a better budget and a stronger, safer, and more prosperous New York.
It includes none of the new taxes and fees proposed by the E more PR
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