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#FullCmte Advances 25 Bills to Combat the Opioid Crisis, Other Committee Priorities (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Rep. Greg Walden, R-Oregon, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release: The Energy and Commerce Committee, chaired by Rep. Greg Walden (R-OR), today held a markup and advanced 32 bills to the House of Representatives. 25 of those bills will help combat the opioid crisis. "We know there is no silver bullet, no one-size-fits-all approach that will remedy the catastrophic effects of this crisis over the last decade. But much can be done to help vulnerable patients get the treatment more PR

$10 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Local, Regional Food Aid Procurement Program (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that it expects to award up to four cooperative agreements for the Local and Regional Food Aid Procurement Program. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $10 million with a ceiling of $4 million for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with a) agriculture and b) education. The funding is open to private voluntary organizations, cooperatives, or intergovernmental organizations. The agency description of the grant states: "Und more ST

$10 Million Funding Available for Emerging Markets Program (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Commodity Credit Corporation announced that it expects to award up to 40 discretionary grants for the Emerging Markets Program. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $10 million. The agency said the grant was associated with agriculture. The funding is open to state, county, city and township governments; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; non-profits; non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS; for profits; and small busi more ST

$100,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Accelerating Conservation Adoption in Indiana (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture' Natural Resources Conservation Service announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for accelerating conservation adoption in order to reduce nutrient runoff from agricultural lands and improve water quality at the Western Lake Erie Basin in Indiana. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $100,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) agriculture, b) environment and c) natural resources. The funding is open to state, county, city, township more ST

$100,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Activities to Accelerate Conservation Adoption in Indiana (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for activities to accelerate conservation adoption at the Western Lake Erie Basin in Indiana. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $100,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) agriculture, b) environment and c) natural resources. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; private, public and state controlled i more ST

$100,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Longleaf Pine Restoration Enhancement in South Carolina (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for educational outreach to enhance Longleaf Pine restoration in South Carolina. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $100,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) agriculture, b) education, c) environment and d) natural resources. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; private, public and state controlled i more ST

$100,000 Funding Available for Art Works Program (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The National Endowment for the Arts announced that it expects to award a discretionary grant for the Art Works Program. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $100,000. The agency said the grant was associated with arts. The funding 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 non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS. The agency desc more ST

$11.5 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for High Performance Housing Innovation (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Department of Energy announced that it expects to award up to 20 cooperative agreements for building America industry partnerships and research priorities for high performance housing innovation. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $11.5 million. The agency said the grant was associated with energy. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; publi more ST

$130,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Bioethics, Disability Report Series (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The National Council on Disability announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for a report series on bioethics and disability. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $130,000. The funding 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 businesses; eligible agencies of the fede more ST

$2 Million Available in Cooperative Agreement for Enhancement of Public Accountability, Trust in Tunisia (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for the enhancement of public accountability and trust in Tunisia. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $2 million. The funding is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; non-profits; non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS; and for profits. The agency description of the grant states: "Before the 2011 revolution, the Constitutional D more ST

$2 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Wrongful Convictions Prevention (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance announced that it expects to award up to seven cooperative agreements for upholding the rule of law and prevention of wrongful convictions. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $2 million with a ceiling of $500,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with a) education, b) employment, labor and training, c) humanities, d) information and statistics, e) law, justice and legal services and f) science and tec more ST

$2.5 Million Funding Available for Quality Samples Program (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Office of Trade Programs announced that it expects to award up to 15 discretionary grants for the Quality Samples Program. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $2.5 million. The agency said the grant was associated with agriculture. The funding is open to state, county, city and township governments; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; Native American tribal governments and organizations; non-profits; non-profits having a 501(c) more ST

$20 Million Funding Available for Research Infrastructure Improvement (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The National Science Foundation announced that it expects to award a discretionary grant for research infrastructure improvement. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $20 million. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. The agency description of the grant states: "The Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) is designed to fulfill the mandate of the National Science Foundation (NSF) to promote scientific progress n more ST

$200,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Quantification of Cover Cropping Benefits in South Carolina (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for the quantification of cover cropping benefits in South Carolina. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $200,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) agriculture, b) education, c) environment and d) natural resources. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; private, public and state controlled institutions more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Development of Major Advances in Genomic Technologies (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a discretionary grant for the development of major advances in genomic technologies. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. The agency said the grant was associated with health. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, more ST

$200,000 Funding Available for Investigation of Transmission of Kaposi Sarcoma-Associated Herpesvirus (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a discretionary grant for the investigation of the transmission of Kaposi Sarcoma-associated Herpesvirus. This funding opportunity uses the exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $200,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) education and b) health. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governmen more ST

$22.5 Million Funding Available for Body-Worn Camera Programs Implementation (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance announced that it expects to award up to 28 discretionary grants for the implementation of body-worn camera programs in law enforcement agencies. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $22.5 million with a ceiling of $1 million for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with a) law, justice and legal services and b) science and technology and other research and development. The funding is open to state, county, c more ST

$225,000 Funding Available for Drug, Alcohol, Tobacco Use Disorders Treatment (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a discretionary grant for pilot health services and economic research on the treatment of drug, alcohol and tobacco use disorders. This funding opportunity uses the planning grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $225,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) education and b) health. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments more ST

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

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a discretionary grant for the development and testing of novel interventions to improve HIV prevention, care, and program implementation. This funding opportunity uses the planning grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $225,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) education and b) health. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district gove more ST

$225,000 Funding Available for Studies in Preparation for Drug, Alcohol Abuse Prevention Trials (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a discretionary grant for pilot and feasibility studies in preparation for drug and alcohol abuse prevention trials. This funding opportunity uses the planning grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $225,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) education and b) health. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent more ST

$250,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Native American Elder Justice Initiative (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for the Native American Elder Justice Initiative. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $250,000. The agency said the grant was associated with income security and social services. The funding is open to The funding is open to state and local governments; Indian tribal governments and organizations; faith-based organizations; community-based organizations; ho more ST

$285,000 Available in Cooperative Agreement for Tomorrow's Leaders Study Abroad Program Oversight (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs announced that it expects to award a cooperative agreement for the oversight and monitoring of the Tomorrow's Leaders Study Abroad Program. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $285,000. The funding is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; non-profits; non-profits having a 501(c)3 status with the IRS; and for profits. The agency description of the grant states: "With this program announcement, NEA/ more ST

$3.4 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Lung Cancer Research (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity announced that it expects to award up to six cooperative agreements for lung cancer research. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $3,360,000. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. The funding 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 t more ST

$4.9 Million Funding Available for Evidence-Based Tele-Behavioral Health Network Program (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Health 14 discretionary grants for the Evidence-Based Tele-Behavioral Health Network Program. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $4.9 million. The agency said the grant was associated with health. The funding is open to domestic public or private, non-profit entities; faith-based and community-based organizations; tribes, and tribal organizations. Network members may be public, private, nonprofit or for-profit entities that provide services to rura more ST

$400,000 Funding Available for Occupational Safety, Health Research (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a discretionary grant for occupational safety and health research. This funding opportunity uses the research project grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $400,000. The agency said the grant was associated with health. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institut more ST

$400,000 Funding Available for Understanding Skeletal Effects of Diabetes (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a discretionary grant for understanding skeletal effects of Type 1 diabetes. This funding opportunity uses the research project grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $400,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) food and nutrition and b) health. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; privat more ST

$48 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity announced that it expects to award up to eight cooperative agreements for the Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $48 million. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. The funding 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

$50 Million Funding Available for Wetlands Restoration (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced that it expects to award up to 50 discretionary grants for the protection, restoration, enhancement or establishment of wetland and associated upland habitats to benefit migratory birds. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $50 million with a ceiling of $1 million for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with a) environment and b) natural resources. The funding is open to state, county, city, more ST

$500,000 Funding Available for Investigation on Kaposi Sarcoma-Associated Herpesvirus (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a discretionary grant for the investigation of the transmission of Kaposi Sarcoma-associated Herpesvirus. This funding opportunity uses the research project grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $500,000. The agency said the grant was associated with a) education and b) health. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent sch more ST

$500,000 Funding Available for Minority Research Program (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services announced that it expects to award up to two discretionary grants for the Minority Research Program that aims to support researchers investigating systems-level solutions to social determinants of health issues. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $500,000. The agency said the grant was associated with health. The funding is open to private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; non-profits; n more ST

$6 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Multiple Sclerosis Research (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity announced that it expects to award up to four cooperative agreements for research on multiple sclerosis. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $6 million. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; Native more ST

$6 Million Available in Cooperative Agreements for Multiple Sclerosis Research (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity announced that it expects to award up to six cooperative agreements for research on multiple sclerosis. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $6 million. The agency said the grant was associated with science and technology and other research and development. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; Native more ST

$700,000 Funding Available for Novel Genomic Technology Development (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a discretionary grant for novel genomic technology development. This funding opportunity uses the research project grant mechanism. The award ceiling for this funding opportunity is $700,000. The agency said the grant was associated with health. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutio more ST

$750,000 Funding Available for Environmental Health Science Research (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award up to six discretionary grants for collaborative activities to expedite environmental health science research, translation, and community engagement across core centers. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $750,000 with a ceiling of $100,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with a) environment and b) health. The funding is open to private, public a more ST

$750,000 Funding Available for Environmental Health Sciences Core Centers (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's National Energy Technology Laboratory announced that it expects to award up to six discretionary grants for environmental health sciences core centers to enhance interactions to address emerging issues and to advance research, translational research and community engagement. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $750,000 with a ceiling of $100,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with a) environment and b) health. The funding is o more ST

$750,000 Funding Available for Evaluation of Internet Crimes Against Children Training (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention announced that it expects to award a discretionary grant for the evaluation of internet crimes against children training. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $750,000. The agency said the grant was associated with aaw, justice and legal services. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of hig more ST

$8 Million Funding Available for Arts Education Projects, Services (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Education announced that it expects to award a discretionary grant for high-quality arts education projects and services for children and youth. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $8 million. The agency said the grant was associated with education. The funding 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 Arts in Education National Program (AENP)--part of the Assistance for Arts Education (AAE) p more ST

$9 Million Funding Available for Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Commodity Credit Corporation announced that it expects to award up to 30 discretionary grants for technical assistance for specialty crops. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $9 million with a ceiling of $500,000 for each award in the program. The agency said the grant was associated with agriculture. The funding is open to state, county, city and township governments; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; Native American tribal more ST

'But You've Got to Have Friends' (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Center for Education Reform issued the following news release: Some of the earliest founded charter school advocacy groups had friends in their name, and for good reason. They wanted to be what most of us aspire to be in all walks of like - great friends to the new kid on the block. Friends of Choice in Urban Schools was the first city-based organization to be formed. FOCUS was - and is - devoted to expanding opportunities for students, and particularly those in charter schools. Friendship Public Charter Schools was more PR

'College is the Gateway,' Begnaud Reminds UL Lafayette Graduates (10)

LAFAYETTE, Louisiana, May 11 -- The University of Louisiana's Lafayette campus issued the following news story: David Begnaud praised University of Louisiana at Lafayette's Spring 2018 graduates for reaching a milestone the majority of U.S. citizens never will: earning a college degree. "What you all have accomplished is the beginning of your opportunity to change the world, or at least your little corner of it. Someone, someplace is waiting on you and your potential," said the 35-year-old CBS News national correspondent. Begnaud, who receiv more PR

'Commit to the Journey, Not to the Outcome' (10)

MOBILE, Alabama, May 6 -- University of South Alabama issued the following news release: Commencement speakers at the University of South Alabama on Saturday urged new graduates to strive for achievement no matter how overwhelming the obstacle and to focus on the best road for themselves during their life journey. More than 2,200 degrees were awarded during Spring Commencement, which was held at the Mitchell Center over two ceremonies. Dr. Tyler Sexton, an internationally recognized motivational speaker known for overcoming a childhood diagn more PR

'Educated' Selected As 2018-19 U of I Common Read (10)

MOSCOW, Idaho, May 8 -- The University of Idaho issued the following news release: The University of Idaho has chosen "Educated: A Memoir" by Tara Westover as its Common Read for 2018-19. "The students and faculty members on our Common Read committee were gripped by Ms. Westover's memoir and her journey to become self-educated and informed," said Dean Panttaja, U of I's director of General Education. "The premise of this book and its lessons about our individual will and strength to achieve against all odds are inspiring." Westover is an Ame more PR

'I Am Good Enough:' Graduating Student Uses Words of Affirmation to Overcome Pressures of College Life (10)

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, May 7 -- The University of Arkansas's Little Rock campus issued the following news: As an African-American female raised by a single parent in a low-income home, Miracle Chase was always determined to tip the odds of life in her favor. Chase was the first person in her family to attend, and now graduate, from college. On May 12, the Earl, Arkansas, native will receive a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock at only 20 years old. In high school, Chase was one of the smartest studen more PR

'Objects De Hearth' Showcases Fireplace Redesign and Innovation (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 10 -- The Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association issued the following news release: There is no more enviable or dynamic architectural amenity in the home than a fireplace. It takes away the chill on cold winter nights and provides a gathering place where our hearts are warmed by family members and friends. A fireplace is the focal point of any room much like a great painting. Fireplaces are, in fact, architectural objects de art, and for this reason should be treated accordingly. So says Jane Lockhart B.A.A.I.D. (jan more PR

'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' Gets Schooled With Special May 8 Telecast Dedicated to Teachers (10)

NEW YORK, May 7 -- NBCUniversal issued the following news release: Class will be in session in Studio 6B when "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" dedicates its entire episode to teachers everywhere on Tuesday, May 8. Fallon will welcome more than 200 New York City public school educators in-studio to fill the audience, all of whom are Big Apple Award recipients, finalists or nominees. As a citywide recognition program, the Big Apple Awards celebrates teachers who inspire their students and promote high-quality education in their communit more PR

'We are Focused on Making Sure That the Least Among Us -- the People Who are Slipping Through the Cracks -- Get the Opportunity They Need' (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The Ripon Society issued the following news release: Speaker Paul Ryan (WI-1) appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society yesterday morning, delivering remarks about GOP prospects heading into the mid-terms, and the congressional agenda between now and the end of the year. "I actually feel really good about our majority," the Speaker stated. "If the election were held today, we would keep this majority ... We have caucuses and factions. But at the end of the day, we are putting up 218 on our agenda. And that more PR

'When We Walk This Stage, Our Family Graduates With Us' (10)

GREEN BAY, Wisconsin, May 9 -- The University of Wisconsin's Green Bay campus issued the following news release: When Bao Nhia Xiong accepts her diploma on Saturday, her family is graduating, too. "(My family), they are the backbone to my story," says Xiong. "I didn't grow up with money, I grew up with love. While I was here achieving my goals, my brothers set aside theirs. While I was here living in a comfortable apartment my family was struggling to pay rent on a small duplex that housed a secret number of 12. So, there will never be enough more PR

10 Career Ed Students are Best in State (10)

SAN LUIS OBISPO, California, May 7 -- Cuesta College issued the following news release: This year, 10 Cuesta College students are eligible to participate in the 54th Annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skill Conference, set to take place June 25-29 in Louisville, KY. This marks the 12th year in a row the college has qualified for the SkillsUSA national conference. The 10 qualifying students earned gold medals the SkillsUSA California 51st Annual State Leadership and Skill Conference, which was held April 19-22 in Ontario, CA. In February more PR

11 UI Students, Alumni Receive Fulbright Awards for 2018-19 (10)

IOWA CITY, Iowa, May 11 -- The University of Iowa issued the following news release: Eleven University of Iowa students and alumni have been awarded Fulbright U.S. Student Program grants to conduct research, attend graduate school, undertake creative projects, or serve as English teaching assistants abroad in 2018-19. Thirty-five UI students applied this year. The Fulbright Program is the flagship international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. government. It is designed to increase understanding between the people of the Un more PR

13 Fulbrights Awarded to Pomona Students and Alumna (10)

CLAREMONT, California, May 9 -- Pomona College issued the following news: Thirteen Pomona College recipients of the prestigious Fulbright fellowships are preparing to criss-cross the globe. Passports and awards in hand, these graduating seniors and one alumna will do research on independent projects or teach English. The Fulbright U.S. Student Program is "sponsored by the U.S. government and is designed to increase mutual understanding between the people of the U.S. and the people of other countries." Fulbright Fellowship Research Grants Au more PR

161 Students From Across Country Named 2018 U.S. Presidential Scholars (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today announced the 54th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 161 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, the arts and career and technical education fields. "I want to congratulate this year's class of Presidential Scholars on their achievement and also thank their parents, teachers and other academic advisors who have helped guide them along the way," said U.S. Secretary of Educatio more PR

18 Graduate From Chamber's Leadership & Community Education Program 2018 (10)

DESTIN, Florida, May 10 -- The Destin Chamber of Commerce issued the following news release: On May 8, the Destin Chamber of Commerce celebrated the graduation of 18 business professionals from its 10th Destin Forward class. During the event, the prestigious Destin Forward Leadership Award, chosen by class vote, was presented to Jennifer Gutai, Conerly, Bowman & Dykes, LLP. Destin Forward, the Chamber's hands-on community education and leadership program, was created by the Board of Directors to help find and educate future city and business more PR

2018 AASHE Conference & Expo Opens Early Bird Registration Now Through May 31 (10)

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education issued the following news release: Today, AASHE opened early bird registration for the 2018 AASHE Conference & Expo. This year's conference will take place October 2-5, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, PA. AASHE 2018 offers many favorite events from previous years, including the Student Summit, AASHE Sustainability Awards and an Expo Hall with 90+ exhibitors, as well as new workshops, keynote speakers and topi more PR

2018 Class of UB Champions for Change Will Present Their Ideas Saturday (10)

BUFFALO, New York, May 9 -- The State University of New York's Buffalo campus issued the following news release: An education program that will help establish financial literacy for low-income individuals in Lockport. A community kitchen, garden and healthy food education program that will nourish neighbors in Buffalo's Broadway/Fillmore area. A "Communitree Rooted" citizen forestry initiative to support healthy trees and neighborhoods in the City of Tonawanda. These are among the 16 innovative projects that will be presented this Saturday, M more PR

267 to Receive Degrees at May 19 Commencement Ceremony (10)

WEST PLAINS, Missouri, May 11 -- Missouri State University at West Plains issued the following news release: A total of 267 students will be candidates for graduation from Missouri State University-West Plains during commencement ceremonies at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 19, at the West Plains Civic Center. In addition, 63 students will be eligible to receive degrees from Missouri State University-Springfield graduate and undergraduate programs, some of which are available through the Missouri State Outreach program on the West Plains campus. Zora more PR

280 Students to Graduate From College of Saint Mary on May 20 (10)

OMAHA, Nebraska, May 8 -- The College of Saint Mary issued the following news release: College of Saint Mary will graduate 280 students during Spring Commencement on Sunday, May 20th. They include two associate's degrees, 21 certificates, 136 bachelor's degrees, 116 master's degrees, and five doctorates. Baccalaureate Mass will take place at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 19th, in Our Lady of Mercy Chapel. Final Commencement will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the Centurylink Center in Omaha. Sr. Marilyn Lacey, RSM, founder and Executive Director of Me more PR

30th Annual Fairfield Awards Dinner a Success With More Than $1 Million for Scholarship and Counting (10)

FAIRFIELD, Connecticut, May 7 -- Fairfield University issued the following news release: The exceptional generosity of Fairfield's alumni, parents, friends, and corporate sponsors made this year's dinner a success. More than 500 alumni, parents, friends of the University and students gathered at the celebration where a palpable sense of Fairfield pride filled the ballroom. Since 1988, proceeds from the Fairfield Awards Dinner have provided scholarships to make a Fairfield education possible for hundreds of students. A speaker in the event's p more PR

5th Annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls Begins May 7 (10)

WASHINGTON, May 3 -- 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) will hold its annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls May 7-11. The event encourages companies and workers to pause during the workday for topical discussions, safety demonstrations, and training in hazard recognition and fall prevention. Deputy Secretary of Labor Patrick Pizzella will attend a national kick-off event more PR

94 Take Part in Spring Graduation (10)

PLAINVIEW, Texas, May 7 -- Wayland Baptist University issued the following news release: Wayland Baptist University held its annual spring commencement ceremony on Saturday afternoon with 94 graduates participating. During the ceremony, Wayland bestowed emeritus status on Dr. Gary Manning who was a professor in the School of Religion and Philosophy for 30 years prior to his retirement in 2012. Manning was given the title of Emeritus Professor of Religious Education. Amanda Vickers, a graduating senior from Orlando, Fla., was recognized as th more PR

A Better Deal for Black Employment Demanded by Black Leaders (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Project 21, from the National Leadership Network of Black Conservatives, issued the following news release: Jim Crow-era regulations created for the express purpose of denying blacks economic opportunity are still on the books and must be repealed to promote black prosperity, according to the Project 21 black leadership network in its forthcoming "Blueprint for a Better Deal for Black America." Recommendations in Project 21's Blueprint meant to encourage employment opportunities for black communities are being released ju more PR

A Movement of Diversity & Equity (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Center for Education Reform issued the following news release: The charter school movement, and many of its greatest initial and on-going successes, is rooted in its commitment to serving students who for whatever the reason have not been well-served by traditional public education. It's greatest strength, in fact, is being able to serve students from fragile communities, in the words of former Thurgood Marshall College Fund CEO Johnny Taylor. Schools founded and often led by people of color, focused on the greatest n more PR

A.J Hinkle Signs With Colorado Mesa University (10)

LA JUNTA, Colorado, May 9 -- Otero Junior College issued the following news release: OJC is proud to announce that OJC wrestler and TRiO student Anthony (A.J.) Hinkle signed with Colorado Mesa University's wrestling program. Hinkle has been wrestling for nine years. Hinkle has an impressive wrestling career. While at OJC he earned the National All-American title last year. Hinkle is a two-time high school state placer, two-time freestyle state champion, two-time Greco state champion, and Brute Adidas National champion. Hinkle explained that w more PR

AACC Recognizes Northeast for Its Acdemic Advising Model (10)

NORFOLK, Nebraska, May 10 -- Northeast Community College issued the following news release: The nation's community colleges represent the best in American higher education. They are constantly innovating to increase access and success for the 12 million students they serve. Northeast Community College was among several community colleges that were honored for their work advancing access and success for students at the American Association of Community Colleges' (AACC) Awards of Excellence Gala, part of AACC's 98th Annual Convention in Dallas, more PR

Abouda Earns American Society of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics Research Fellowship (10)

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 10 -- Lipscomb University issued the following news release: Lipscomb University undergraduate student Arsany Abouda who is doing research in the College of Pharmacy is a recent recipient of an Individual Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) award from the American Society of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics (ASPET). The award provides $2,800 toward Abouda's summer research stipend to work in the laboratory of his faculty mentor, in this case, Dr. Klarissa Jackson in the College of Pharmacy & Hea more PR

Accounting Firm Leaders and Innovators Gather for Strategic Discussions on Blockchain Technology (10)

NEW YORK, May 8 -- The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants issued the following news release: More than 60 leaders from innovative CPA firms, technology companies, consulting firms and influencer groups came together last week to map out strategy for the advancement of blockchain technology within the accounting profession. A timetable was also set for the creation of working groups, educational materials and other goals. The event, the Blockchain in Accounting Symposium, was hosted May 2 by the American Institute of CPAs and more PR

Accounting Senior From Humble Beginnings Wins Featherstone Endowed Prize (10)

EAST LANSING, Michigan, May 8 -- Michigan State University issued the following news release: Elexis Grimes calls getting to Michigan State University "one of the hardest experiences of my life." But once here, the accounting major blossomed by bettering herself inside the classroom and helping others along the way, capping her senior year with her award of the 2018 Richard Lee Featherstone Endowed Prize. The award is given annually to an outstanding senior who exhibits an open, curious, creative approach to education and ideas as well as int more PR

ACCS Chancellor Announces Joe Burke as Interim President of Calhoun Community College (10)

MONTGOMERY, Alabama, May 9 -- Calhoun Community College issued the following news release: At today's Alabama Community College System (ACCS) board of trustees meeting, ACCS Chancellor Jimmy H. Baker announced the selection of Dr. Joe Burke as Interim President of Calhoun Community College. Burke is a career educator with more than 30 years of experience in higher education as an instructor, counselor and administrator. Most recently, he served as Vice President and Dean of Instruction at Northeast Alabama Community College (NACC), a position more PR

Advisory Committee for Biotechnology in the Piedmont Triad Adds Two New Members, Appoints New Leader of Executive Advisory Council (10)

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, North Carolina, May 10 -- The North Carolina Biotechnology Center issued the following news release: Current Committee member John Merrill, executive director of the Gateway University Research Park in Greensboro, will chair the Committee's Executive Advisory Council, a subgroup of the Committee. He was selected by his Council peers to succeed Morris Clarke, who recently retired as an associate professor at Winston-Salem State University and stepped down as head of the Advisory Council. Megann Vaughn Watters, vice pres more PR

Advocates Condemn Move by Consumer Bureau's Mulvaney to Shutter Student Loan Division That Uncovered Major Abuses by Predatory Lenders (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 9 -- The National Consumer Law Center issued the following news release: In an announcement today that he is closing the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's Office of Students and Young Consumers, Interim Director Mick Mulvaney has eliminated a key watchdog that has been working to protect 44 million student loan borrowers from rampant abuses by servicers, debt collectors, and predatory lenders. "Congress charged the consumer bureau with protecting student borrowers from abusive financial lenders who break the la more PR

Advocates Demand Marijuana Legalization in New York Focus on Racial and Economic Justice (10)

ALBANY, New York, May 8 -- The Drug Policy Alliance issued the following news release: Advocates assembled in the state capitol today to urge state Legislators and the Governor to move on marijuana reform and emphasize that marijuana legalization remains a social, racial, and economic justice issue. Assemblymember Crystal Peoples-Stokes and Senator Liz Krueger were joined by organizations and groups dedicated to criminal justice reform, civil rights, and public health as they stood in support of the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA more PR

AEU's Response to Labor's Budget Reply 2018 (10)

VICTORIA, Australia, May 11 -- The Australian Education Union issued the following news release: The Australian Education Union welcomes the strong commitments made by the ALP in their budget reply speech to support the public TAFE system by guaranteeing a minimum 2/3 government funding to the public TAFE system. Labor's plan to restore funding to the sector, and to re-build Australia's network of campuses around the country stands in stark contrast with the Turnbull government's approach. The ALP announcements offer hope to a whole generatio more PR

African American Students Inspired by Sojourn to Birthplace of MLK Jr. and Fellowship With Other Students (10)

GARY, Indiana, May 9 -- Indiana University's Northwest campus issued the following news release: A group of young African American male students from Indiana University Northwest recently joined a region-wide trip to Atlanta on the 50th anniversary of the assassination of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The trip was part of the 14th Annual National Conference of Student African-American Brotherhood (SAAB), also known as Brother 2 Brother (B2B). The six IU Northwest students joined others from Ivy Tech Community College, Purdue University more PR

After Being Endorsed by CEDA: The 'Financial Sector Development Program' Holds a Forum to Introduce the Program and Its Initiatives (10)

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, May 9 -- The Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency issued the following news: The Council of Economic and Development Affairs (CEDA, has formally approved the Financial Sector Development Program, one of the 12 programs previously announced by CEDA to achieve Saudi Vision 2030. Speaking at the Financial Sector Development Forum, held on Wednesday, May 9, 2018, H.E. Mohammed Al-Jadaan, the Minister of Finance of Saudi Arabia, said, "The program supports the national economy by developing the financial sector and enhancing its eff more PR

Afterschool Alliance Welcomes Afterschool Champion Heather Nesle to Its Board of Directors (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Afterschool Alliance issued the following news release: The Afterschool Alliance today announced the appointment of Heather Nesle to its board of directors. Nesle brings a wealth of volunteer, philanthropic and business experience to the board. As president of the New York Life Foundation, she has steered the philanthropic arm of New York Life in its support of a host of initiatives in the areas of educational enhancement and childhood bereavement. "We're absolutely thrilled to add Heather Nesle's broad and extensive expe more PR

AG Becerra Issues Statement on Eliminating CFPB's Office Dedicated to Protecting Students (10)

SACRAMENTO, California, May 9 -- California Attorney General Xavier Becerra issued the following statement in response to the decision by Mick Mulvaney, Acting Director of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, to eliminate the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau office dedicated to protecting students: "Mick Mulvaney, whose very position as Acting Director is legally suspect, has chosen to abandon the CFPB's office established to oversee college financial aid and lending practices to the sheer delight of predatory for-profit colleges, unscrup more PR

AG Marshall Presents Simmons Middle School With 2017 Safe School Initiative Award of Excellence (10)

MONTGOMERY, Alabama, May 7 -- Alabama Attorney General Steve T. Marshall issued the following news release: Attorney General Steve Marshall today presented Simmons Middle School with the Attorney General's Safe School Initiative Award of Excellence for State Board of Education District 7. Schools were selected as winners for 2017 from seven* Alabama State School Board of Education districts, as well as private schools for three regions of the state. "In these times, we are all intensely aware of the serious responsibility our schools carry fo more PR

AG Schuette Reminds Residents About May Consumer Education Programs (10)

LANSING, Michigan, May 9 -- Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette issued the following news release: Attorney General Bill Schuette is encouraging Michigan residents to learn more about the consumer education programs offered through his office in the month of May. The Department of Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division offers a variety of programs throughout the month aimed to keep Michigan consumers safe and up-to-date on the latest scams. "I'm proud of the work my Consumer Protection team does to make these programs available e more PR

Alabama Senate, House Approve Resolution Supporting USA Health (10)

MOBILE, Alabama, May 7 -- University of South Alabama issued the following news release: The Alabama Senate and House of Representatives have approved a joint resolution praising the University of South Alabama Health system's mission of education, research and clinical care as well as highlighting some top national rankings recently received by USA Health. The local delegation to the Alabama Legislature gathered recently to present the resolution to USA President Tony Waldrop and top officials from USA and USA Health. "We appreciate the rec more PR

Alaska Paraeducator Wins 'Recognizing Inspiring School Employees' (RISE) Award, To Be Honored at Ceremony in Washington D.C. (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The National Education Association issued the following news release: Sherry Shaw, an Alaska paraeducator and NEA's 2018 Education Support Professional (ESP) of the year, will be honored in Washington D.C. as one of the 2018 Recognizing Inspiring School Employees (RISE) Award winners. Five award-winners from across the country are being honored for making extraordinary and inspirational contributions in their schools and communities to promote quality education, foster positive learning environments, and ensure student suc more PR

Alfred University Honors Employees at Recognition Reception (10)

ALFRED, New York, May 9 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: The University also recognized recipients of three new awards. Cathy Schnurle, secretary in the Financial Aid office, won the Cathy Johnson Service Award; Tricia Debertolis, associate dean of students, received the Saxon Service Award; and Nadine Shardlow, director of opportunity programs, won the Bob Condrate Lifelong Learner Award. The Cathy Johnson Service Award recognizes high standards of professionalism; proactive engagement with tasks; and attention to deta more PR

Alfred University Professor Publishes New Book; Spanish Version of Previous Work Also Released (10)

ALFRED, New York, May 8 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: Goodman's second book, Critical Perspectives on Journalistic Beliefs and Actions: Global Experiences, with editors Eric Freedman (Michigan State University) and Elanie Steyn (University of Oklahoma), was published May 2 by Routledge as part of its research in journalism book series. The book is a collection of international scholars' research examining the unique influence of journalists' beliefs on their coverage in a wide range of authoritarian, semi-democratic, more PR

Alicia Bostwick Receives Summer Undergraduate Research Award From American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (10)

HOLLAND, Michigan, May 7 -- Hope College issued the following news release: Hope College junior Alicia Bostwick of Zionsville, Indiana, has received a summer undergraduate research award from the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. The awards, which are through the ASBMB's student chapters program, provide $1,000 for reagents and supplies for students involved in research. Bostwick is working on "Investigating Mechanisms of Regulation of Mitochondrial DNA Transcription" this summer mentored by Dr. Kristin Dittenhafer-Reed more PR

Allegheny County Lawyer Jacqueline B. Martinez to Serve on Pennsylvania Bar Association Board of Governors (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- The Pennsylvania Bar Association issued the following news release: Jacqueline B. Martinez, founder of Pittsburgh's JBM Legal LLC, Pittsburgh, will begin a three-year term on the Pennsylvania Bar Association (PBA) Board of Governors at the conclusion of the association's Annual Meeting, May 11 in Hershey. One of 12 zone governors who serve on the PBA Board of Governors, Martinez will represent Allegheny County lawyers. Martinez previously served as a PBA at-large governor representing minority lawyers from a more PR

Allergy & Asthma Network Heads to Capitol Hill on May 9 to Address Asthma Disparities, Advocate for Access to Care (10)

VIENNA, Virginia, May 9 -- The Allergy and Asthma Network issued the following news release: Asthma affects more than 22 million Americans and the disease crosses all racial, ethnic and socioeconomic groups, but it's more common among African-American, Hispanic and Native American populations, particularly those in low-income urban areas. These asthma disparities are among the key issues Allergy & Asthma Network will address at its 21st annual Allergy & Asthma Day Capitol Hill (#AADCH2018) on Wednesday, May 9. As part of #AADCH2018, patients, more PR

Alumna Creates 3D Printed Books for Visually Impaired Children (10)

LYNCHBURG, Virginia, May 8 -- Liberty University issued the following news release: Combining creativity and innovation, alumna Rachel Lawson ('15) designed and produced 3D children's books to foster engagement and learning among all children, including those with limited vision or blindness. The project was part of Lawson's doctoral work in occupational therapy at Huntington University. Liberty hosted her doctoral residency project, and Todd Smith, chair of Liberty's Department of Studio & Digital Arts (SADA), served as her expert mentor. Smi more PR

Alumnus and Hospital Executive Describes the Seriousness of the National Opioid Crisis (10)

SAINT LEO, Florida, May 8 -- Saint Leo University issued the following news release: Saint Leo alumnus and supporter John Picciano '69 drew on his extensive professional background in clinic social work, mental health, and hospital management to give a university audience a view into the seriousness of the opioid epidemic. The alumnus and Board of Trustees member has the direct experience of a clinical social worker who has dealt with addicts and families and the broad perspective of an executive in the behavioral health care sector. He is the more PR

American Architectural Manufacturers Association Honors Rich Walker (10)

SCHAUMBURG, Illinois, May 10 -- The American Architectural Manufacturers Association issued the following news document: The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) honors Rich Walker as he steps aside after serving for 18 years as its President and CEO. Janice Yglesias, Executive Vice President of the organization, succeeds him, assuming control over all daily operations effective May 10, 2018. An industry veteran, Walker joined AAMA in 1996 as Technical Director and advanced to Southeast Region Director before accepting the more PR

American Conservation Experience to Receive $24,700 from Interior (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service announced that it intends to award a $24,700 cooperative agreement to the American Conservation Experience of Flagstaff, Arizona, for exotic plants management at the Cuyahoga Valley National Park in Ohio, and seed processing at the Big Flats Plant Material Center in Corning, New York. The agency description of the grant states: "The American Conservation Experience (ACE) is a member who was awarded a Master Cooperative Agreement P15AC00015 allowing ACE to partici more ST

American Conservation Experience to Receive $47,200 from Interior (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service announced that it intends to award a $47,200 cooperative agreement to the American Conservation Experience of Flagstaff, Arizona, for trail system maintenance and construction at the Wind Cave National Park in South Dakota. The agency description of the grant states: "The American Conservation Experience (ACE) is a member who was awarded a Master Cooperative Agreement P15AC00015 allowing ACE to participate in specific tasks, and can provide the necessary activiti more ST

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

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The American Federation for Children issued the following statement by Jamie Lord, government affairs advisor and consultant: In a move to expand educational opportunity to thousands of additional children and families in Georgia, Governor Nathan Deal signed two school choice bills into law. House Bill 217 increases the cap on tax credit scholarships from $58 million to $100 million, meaning fewer families will be turned away from accessing a private school of their choice. House Bill 787 creates greater equity in funding more PR

American Federation of Teachers Issues Joint Statement on Project Veritas Video (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The American Federation of Teachers issued the following joint statement by President Randi Weingarten and Michigan President David Hecker in response to a Project Veritas video: "AFT Michigan works every day to support students, teachers, and access to high-quality public education for all. Today, a widely discredited political attack group released a heavily spliced video intended to undermine educators and the unions that represent them. "In making the video, an anti-union operative misrepresenting herself to be a col more PR

American Hospital Association, UnidosUS Announce Alliance to Advance Health Equity, Diversity (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- UnidosUS issued the following news release: The American Hospital Association (AHA) and UnidosUS today announced an alliance to improve the health of communities across the nation and increase diversity among health care executives shaping the future of care. These two organizations will connect UnidosUS leaders with governance opportunities at AHA hospitals and health systems, steer and promote grant work that fosters progress on social determinants of health by fostering programs and services that improve opportunities more PR

American Lung Association's LUNG FORCE Heroes Share Their Stories to Inspire Action During National Women's Lung Health Week (May 6-12) (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 8 -- The American Lung Association issued the following news release: This May, the American Lung Association's LUNG FORCE initiative - nationally presented by CVS Health - is highlighting the many faces of lung cancer. By sharing stories of LUNG FORCE Heroes - lung cancer patients, survivors and their loved ones - LUNG FORCE is inspiring communities to raise their voices in support of those facing lung cancer and for lung cancer research innovation that will lead to better methods of early detection and new treatment op more PR

American Medical Association Issues Statement on ECU Medical Students (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The American Medical Association issued the following statement by President David O. Barbe: "As AMA President, it is my absolute pleasure to congratulate the 2018 graduating class of the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University (ECU). These men and women are among the very first medical school graduates to receive their training as part of our ongoing state-of-the-art effort aimed at transforming the way physicians are trained nationwide. Because of this innovative new curriculum, these future physicians will more PR

American Medical Association Issues Statement on Indiana University Medical Students (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 11 -- The American Medical Association issued the following statement by President David O. Barbe congratulating the Indiana University medical students: "As AMA President, it is my absolute pleasure to congratulate the 2018 graduating class of the Indiana University (IU) School of Medicine. These men and women are among the very first medical school graduates to receive their training as part of our ongoing state-of-the-art effort aimed at transforming the way physicians are trained nationwide. Because of this innovativ more PR

American Society of Anesthesiologists and CAE Healthcare Launch Anesthesia SimSTAT - Appendectomy (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 8 -- The American Society of Anesthesiologists issued the following news release: The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) and CAE Healthcare today announced the launch of the latest release in their first of its kind, interactive, screen-based simulation training product line Anesthesia SimSTAT. The new course, Anesthesia SimSTAT - Appendectomy, is designed to provide physician anesthesiologists with advanced training to manage challenging anesthetic emergencies in patients undergoing laparoscopic surgeries for a more PR

American Society of Anesthesiologists and CAE Healthcare Launch Anesthesia SimSTAT - Appendectomy (10)

MONTREAL, Quebec, May 8 -- CAE, a manufacturer of simulation technologies, modelling technologies and training services to airlines, aircraft manufacturers, defense customers, mining companies and healthcare specialists, issued the following news release: The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) and CAE Healthcare today announced the launch of the latest release in their first of its kind, interactive, screen-based simulation training product line Anesthesia SimSTAT. The new course, Anesthesia SimSTAT - Appendectomy, is designed to prov more PR

AMETEK Acquires Soundcom Systems (10)

BERWYN, Pennsylvania, May 2 -- AMETEK, a manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices, issued the following news: AMETEK, Inc. (NYSE: AME) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of SoundCom Systems, a leader in the design, integration, installation, and support of clinical workflow and communication systems for healthcare facilities, educational institutions and corporations. SoundCom also serves as a value-added reseller for AMETEK Rauland's mission-critical healthcare communication workflow solutions i more PR

AMIA Establishes New Fellow Recognition Program (10)

SCOTTSDALE, Arizona, May 9 -- The American Medical Informatics Association issued the following news release: The American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA) announced today the establishment of the Fellow of AMIA (FAMIA) Professional Recognition Program - a new program meant to recognize applied informatics professionals who directly impact and improve health care, biomedical research, public health, and personal health through the practice of informatics. The announcement was made by AMIA President and CEO Douglas B. Fridsma, MD, PhD, FA more PR

An Advocate for Children, Michael Jung '18 Has Taken a Wide View (10)

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 7 -- Harvard Law School issued the following news: When he was in high school in his native South Korea, Ha Ryong (Michael) Jung '18 volunteered at a custodial facility for neglected children. "It was wonderful and at the same time heartbreaking," he remembers. "It seemed like they were isolated from the system and society. I was young at the time myself, so I didn't really know what I could do as a person. But the more I gained work experience, the more I saw the need for law to help protect these children and th more PR

Anderson University Students Commended for Scholarly Awards (10)

ANDERSON, Indiana, May 8 -- Anderson University issued the following news release: Anderson University students seek to fulfill the university's core values each day, and many students fulfill the value of excellence as they earn awards and other commendations for their scholarly work and efforts, both in and out of the classroom. The following students were recognized during the 2017-2018 school year, and the university congratulates them on their hard work: * Rachel Bird MDiv '18, Muncie, Ind., received the Harry L. and Henrietta Harp Memo more PR

Angelo State University: Spring Commencement Activities/Schedule (10)

SAN ANGELO, Texas, May 7 -- Texas Tech University's Angelo State University issued the following news release: Almost 1,000 students are scheduled to graduate during Angelo State University's spring commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 12, in the Junell Center/Stephens Arena, 2235 S. Jackson St. Graduates of the College of Education, Archer College of Health and Human Services, and College of Graduate Studies and Research in those academic fields will walk the stage during a 10 a.m. ceremony. Graduates of the College of Arts and Humanitie more PR

Announcing 2017 Ideas Worth Teaching Award Winners (10)

NEW YORK, May 8 -- The Aspen Institute issued the following news release: Following on a tradition of recognizing innovative business professors since 1999, this year the Aspen Institute Business & Society Program is awarding 20 exceptional courses that inspire and equip future business leaders to tackle the issues of our time. The Ideas Worth Teaching Awards honor extraordinary teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels that is redefining excellence in business education - and ultimately in business practice. Syllabi for these aw more PR

Annual Well Woman Visit to the OB/GYN Can Keep Your Heart Healthy (10)

DALLAS, Texas, May 10 -- The American Heart Association issued the following news release: Annual well woman exams by OB/GYNs provide a golden opportunity to evaluate a woman's heart health, according to a new joint advisory from the American Heart Association and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) which stresses the benefits of collaborative care between OB/GYN specialists and cardiologists. As heart disease and stroke continue to be the leading causes of death in women, the advisory notes the essential role OB/GY more PR

Annual Well Woman Visit to the OB/GYN Can Keep Your Heart Healthy (10)

DALLAS, Texas, May 10 -- The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists issued the following news release: Annual well woman exams by OB/GYNs provide a golden opportunity to evaluate a woman's heart health, according to a new joint advisory from the American Heart Association and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) which stresses the benefits of collaborative care between OB/GYN specialists and cardiologists. As heart disease and stroke continue to be the leading causes of death in women, the advisory note more PR

APH Hosts Johnny Collett for Visit and Tour (10)

LOUISVILLE, Kentucky, May 7 -- The American Printing House for the Blind issued the following news release: For Johnny Collett it was a homecoming of sorts. As the past state director of special education for Kentucky and a graduate of Georgetown College (Georgetown, KY), Collett is familiar with the Bluegrass state, but his visit to the American Printing House for the Blind (APH) provided a new opportunity for him to see, first hand, the range of products and services produced in Kentucky for children and adults who are blind or visually impa more PR

Apprenticeships Must Be Expanded to Meet 21st Century Workforce Needs, Says ABC (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Associated Builders and Contractors issued the following news release: According to the final report of the Task Force on Apprenticeship Expansion, apprenticeship programs offer workers a career path with paid, on-the-job training and provide employers with highly trained workers, but they are insufficient to address the growing skills gap in many industries. Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) commended the secretaries of labor, education and commerce for leading the task force comprised of representatives from ind more PR

Appropriations Committee Unveils the Fiscal Year 2019 Agriculture Appropriations Bill (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Rodney Frelinghuysen, R-New Jersey, chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release: The House Appropriations Committee today unveiled the fiscal year 2019 Agriculture Appropriations bill, which will be considered in a subcommittee markup tomorrow. The bill funds important agricultural and food programs and services, including food and medical product safety, animal and plant health programs, rural development and farm services, agricultural trade, financial marketplace oversight, an more PR

April Johnson Is 2018 Teacher of the Year (10)

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, May 9 -- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools issued the following news: April Johnson of Tuckaseegee Elementary has been named the 2018 Teacher of the Year in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Joseph Little of Vance High was named the 2018 Teacher Assistant of the Year. The awards were announced at a ceremony at Butler High School on May 9. Johnson, an art teacher, attended Winston-Salem State University where she earned a degree in arts education. She worked for the Winston-Salem-Forsyth County school district and a charter more PR

Arizona Charter Schools, Educators & Students Celebrated During Charter Schools Week May 7-11 (10)

PHOENIX, Arizona, May 7 -- The Arizona Charter Schools Association issued the following news release: In a record-breaking year that saw national charter public school enrollment surpass 3.2 million students for the first time, Arizona is proud to join students, families, educators and advocates across the country in celebrating National Charter Schools Week. Arizona's public charter schools, which now serve a record 185,900 students across 556 schools, exemplify Arizona's commitment to providing and expanding high-quality education options f more PR

Arizona, Utah, Wyoming Selected for WICHE Task Force to Close Postsecondary Attainment Gaps (10)

BOULDER, Colorado, May 10 -- The Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education issued the following news release: The Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) has selected three states--Arizona, Utah, and Wyoming--through a competitive RFP process to participate in its new Task Force on Closing Postsecondary Attainment Gaps. As part of an intensive, two-year process, WICHE will work with a broad array of stakeholders from these three states to develop state-specific action plans to close postsecondary attainment gaps an more PR

ARL Membership Convenes in Atlanta for Spring 2018 Meeting--Summary and Slides Online (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Association of Research Libraries issued the following news: Association of Research Libraries (ARL) member representatives, ARL Leadership Fellows, staff, and guests gathered in Atlanta, Georgia, on April 24-26, 2018, for the 172nd Association Meeting. The meeting was convened by ARL president Mary Ann Mavrinac, vice provost and Andrew H. and Janet Dayton Neilly Dean of the University of Rochester Libraries. Session topics included artificial intelligence and machine learning; the future of library and information s more PR

Army Forces Command: Distribution Management in Afghanistan (10)

FORT BRAGG, North Carolina, May 7 -- The U.S. Army Forces Command issued the following news: By Maj. Erikson A. McCleary Public Affairs U.S. forces have been conducting missions in central Asia for more than 16 years, and logistics operations there have passed through several phases. During the initial phases of Operation Enduring Freedom, logistics support was transported by air, ground, and pack mule. After the battlefield matured, support transitioned to military convoys roaming the battlespace to resupply the warfighter. Today, contracte more PR

Army Seeks Resident, Mobile Training Support Services (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. Army Contracting Command has issued a solicitation (W91249-18-R-0012) for DODD 8570 compliance resident and mobile training support services at Fort Gordon, Georgia; Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington; Fort Huachuca, Arizona; Fort Hood, Texas; Camp Robinson, Arkansas; Fort McCoy, Wisconsin; and Fort Bragg, North Carolina. The notice states: The effort includes duties in support of the daily maintenance of labs and classrooms, cyber security instruction, course development, course maintenance, database management more CTR

Artificial Intelligence for the American People (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The White House issued the following fact sheet: PRIORITIZING FUNDING FOR ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (R&D): The Trump Administration has prioritized funding for fundamental AI research and computing infrastructure, machine learning, and autonomous systems. * The Federal Government's investment in unclassified R&D for AI and related technologies has grown by over 40% since 2015, in addition to substantial classified investments across the defense and intelligence communities. * In the annual gu more PR

Arts Commission Announces Conclusion of Inaugural Arts Education Projects (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, May 3 -- The Indiana Arts Commission issued the following news release: The Indiana Arts Commission announced today the conclusion of the first three projects from the Partnering Arts, Communities and Education (PACE) Program. The first three grant recipients and partner schools to complete the three-year grant program are: Indiana State University's Community School of the Arts / Meadows Elementary School, Terre Haute, Indiana Robinson Community Learning Center / McKinley Primary Center, South Bend, Indiana Young Au more PR

As Demand for Skilled Workers Rises, Committee Democrats Push to Restore Public and Private Support for Training and Education (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- 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 to discuss the role of the public and private sector in supporting education and workforce training to meet the rising demand for skilled workers. The hearing, "Closing the Skills Gap: Private sector solutions for America's workforce," comes at a time of declining private sector investment in worker more PR

ASEAN, United States to Enhance Cooperation (10)

JAKARTA, Indonesia, May 5 -- The Association of Southeast Asian Nations issued the following secretariat news: ASEAN and the U.S. expressed their commitment to enhance cooperation at the 9th ASEAN-U.S. Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) Meeting held yesterday at the ASEAN Secretariat. ASEAN and the United States took stock of their cooperation across a wide range of areas and noted the positive progress made in the implementation of the ASEAN-U.S. Plan of Action (2016-2020). The meeting also noted the U.S.' active participation in various ASEA more PR

ASID Announces 2018 Fellows and Honorary Fellows (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The American Society of Interior Designers issued the following news release: Each year, the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) bestows the title of Fellow and Honorary Fellow to individuals who demonstrate outstanding service and contributions to the Society, the profession, and the interior design industry. Fellowship is the highest distinction a member can receive from ASID. Honorary Fellowship recognizes those who are not interior designers but have made outstanding contributions to the profession through th more PR

ASU Invites Applications for Master's Degree in Higher Education Leadership (10)

ALAMOSA, Colorado, May 8 -- Adams State University issued the following news: Adams State University's Master of Arts degree program in Higher Education Administration and Leadership invites applications for a new cohort beginning in fall 2018. The program is now under the umbrella of the Department of Counselor Education and Higher Education. Initiated in 2010, HEAL is designed for people who work in minority serving institutions. "As the nation becomes more diverse, we need to have leaders in higher education who better understand the stude more PR

ASU President Gives UNO Commencement Remarks (10)

OMAHA, Nebraska, May 4 -- The University of Nebraska's Omaha campus issued the following news release: New graduates, faculty, staff and community members had the opportunity to hear from a Maverick in higher education on Friday, May 4, as part of UNO's May 2018 Commencement morning ceremony. Arizona State President Michael Crow, Ph.D., spoke about the importance of higher education in improving lives. "The most transformative moment in my life was to go to a great public university committed to your success regardless of where you came from more PR

Athletics for Development Project Launched in Uganda (10)

MONACO, May 10 -- The International Association of Athletics Federations issued the following news release: Sports can play a role in achieving development goals and supports children and young people in their development. The German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) have now kicked off a project in Uganda in cooperation with local partners that puts this approach into practice. On 10 May 2018 the Athletics for Development project was officially launched by Ugand more PR

Attacks on Education Worsening Globally, Study Shows (10)

FAIRFIELD, Connecticut, May 10 -- Save the Children issued the following news release: Deliberate and indiscriminate attacks on schools and universities, their students and staff have become more widespread over the last five years, the Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack (GCPEA) said in the 2018 edition of its flagship report, released today. The 300-page report, Education under Attack 2018, identifies more than 12,700 attacks from 2013 through 2017, harming more than 21,000 students and educators. Over the last five years, 41 more PR

Attacks on Education Worsening Globally, Study Shows (10)

NEW YORK, May 10 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news release: Deliberate and indiscriminate attacks on schools and universities, their students, and staff have become more widespread over the last five years, the Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack (GCPEA) said in the 2018 edition of its flagship report, released today. The 300-page report, Education under Attack 2018, identifies more than 12,700 attacks from 2013 through 2017, harming more than 21,000 students and educators. Over the last five years, 41 countries ea more PR

AU Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week With School of Education Testimonies (10)

ANDERSON, Indiana, May 9 -- Anderson University issued the following news release: Anderson University is celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week by taking a look at the School of Education and how students and alumni are well prepared within it for the vocation of teaching. The origins of Teacher Appreciation Week date back to the 1940s, and in 1953, Eleanor Roosevelt lobbied Congress to set aside one day to recognize educators. Teacher Appreciation Week was designated by the National Parent Teacher Association in 1984, and is held during the f more PR

Automation Training Enhances EXPO PACK Mexico 2018 Education (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 3 -- PMMI, the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, issued the following news release: Robotics safety training is the latest addition to the robust education program at Latin America's largest packaging and processing event, EXPO PACK Mexico 2018 (Expo Santa Fe Mexico, Mexico City, June 5-8), according to show producer PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies. The exposition expects to convene 23,000 national and international visitors with more than 1,000 exhibiting companies more PR

AVMA and Merck Animal Health Reveal Recipients of 3 Prestigious Veterinary Awards in Celebration of National Pet Week, May 6-12 (10)

SCHAUMBURG, Illinois, May 7 -- The American Veterinary Medical Association issued the following news release: The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and Merck Animal Health announced the winners of three of the most prestigious awards in veterinary medicine, animal welfare and the human-animal bond. The awards--the AVMA Humane Award, the AVMA Animal Welfare Award and the Bustad Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year Award--were announced during National Pet Week, and will be presented at the 2018 AVMA Convention in Denver on Fr more PR

Baesler Lauds Presidential Honors for Students, Teachers (10)

BISMARCK, North Dakota, May 9 -- The North Dakota Department of Public Instruction issued the following news release: State Superintendent Kirsten Baesler congratulated four North Dakota students who have been named as Presidential Scholars, and four teachers who have been honored as Presidential Scholars Distinguished Teachers. The student Presidential Scholars, all of whom are high school seniors, are Marissa Diggs, a student at Oakes High School; Brianna Maddock, a student at Kindred High School; and two Fargo students, Nidhi T. Mahale of more PR

Baker Named Dean for College of Arts and Sciences (10)

JACKSON, Tennessee, May 7 -- Union University issued the following news release: Union University has named Hunter Baker as dean for its College of Arts and Sciences. Baker, associate professor of political science who has been serving as interim dean, joined the Union faculty in 2010 and has held a number of roles at the university, including senior associate dean of arts and sciences, dean of instruction and associate provost. "Hunter is a gifted intellectual who loves the Lord with his heart, soul, mind and strength," Union President Samu more PR

Baruch College Student Awarded Foreign Language Teaching Assistantship by Austrian Federal Ministry of Education (10)

NEW YORK, May 10 -- Baruch College issued the following news release: Baruch College student Michael Lomtevas ('18), of the Weissman School of Arts and Sciences, has been awarded a Foreign Language Teaching Assistantship funded by the Austrian Ministry of Education. Fulbright Austria recruits U.S. citizens to participate in this program and administers their applications. Drawing assistance from many countries, including the United States, France, Italy, Russia and Spain, the program places young people into the classrooms of secondary school more PR

Baylor Regents Accept Illuminate Strategic Plan to Move Forward (10)

WACO, Texas, May 11 -- Baylor University issued the following news: At its regular spring meeting, the Baylor University Board of Regents accepted the University moving forward with the implementation of Illuminate, Baylor's Academic Strategic Plan, and took action to approve a $660.1 million operating budget for 2018-2019, five new academic degrees and new Board members. On Thursday, Baylor President Linda A. Livingstone, Ph.D., presented Regents with an overview of Illuminate that included the plan's foundational Four Pillars, five Signatur more PR

Baylor Senior University Scholar Selected for Fulbright ETA to Mexico (10)

WACO, Texas, May 8 -- Baylor University issued the following news: Rebecca Voth, a senior University Scholar at Baylor University studying political science, international studies, philosophy and Spanish, has been selected to receive a prestigious Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship (ETA) to Mexico. Voth is among five Fulbright recipients at Baylor this spring and the University's 55th Fulbright recipient since 2001. A 2014 graduate of Rockwall High School, she is the daughter of Ben and Kelli Voth of Rowlett. As the flagship internatio more PR

Baylor University Interior Design Students Propose Ideas to Waco Wellness Center (10)

WACO, Texas, May 7 -- Baylor University issued the following news: Sophomore interior design students from Baylor University's department of family and consumer sciences in Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences recently presented design ideas to the Waco Family Health Center's wellness center on May 2 as part of a service-learning project that uses interior design as a way to promote well-being. "Our assignment was to create two design plans - one budget-friendly and one more high-end - for the redesign of this community building," sai more PR

Bennett Graduates Hear Uplifting Speeches From April Ryan, Others at Institution's Commencement (10)

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, May 5 -- Bennett College issued the following news release: Bennett College's 78 graduates were encouraged to give back to their alma mater and to embrace their beauty on May 5 in a commencement address by White House Correspondent/CNN Political Analyst April Ryan. "Graduates, you've got to think about from whence you've come," Ryan said. "And you've got to remember to give back to Bennett College. It's not about how much you give. While you're standing, make a pledge to Bennett in your heart today. Graduates, I al more PR

Berea College Graduates Challenged By Dr. Earl Lewis Before Receiving Degrees (10)

BEREA, Kentucky, May 8 -- Berea College issued the following news release: Dr. Earl Lewis, founder of the Center for Social Solutions at the University of Michigan and former president of The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, received an honorary degree then addressed the 258 members of the 146th graduating class of Berea College on Sunday, May 6. Lewis referred to troubling the water from the old spiritual, "Wade in the Water," to encourage the graduates to use their education to "confront society's need for morally anchored, value-centered, lead more PR

Better Deal for Black Employment Demanded by Black Leaders (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The National Center for Public Policy Research issued the following news release: Jim Crow-era regulations created for the express purpose of denying blacks economic opportunity are still on the books and must be repealed to promote black prosperity, according to the Project 21 black leadership network in its forthcoming "Blueprint for a Better Deal for Black America." Recommendations in Project 21's Blueprint meant to encourage employment opportunities for black communities are being released just after the U.S. Departme more PR

BHCC and MassBay Students Place 1st at Annual Mass Society of Radiologic Technologists Buzz Bowl (10)

FRAMINGHAM, Massachusetts, May 8 -- Massachusetts Bay Community College issued the following news release: Bunker Hill Community College and MassBay Community College are pleased to announce a student radiology team has placed first at this year's Massachusetts Society of Radiologic Technologists (MSRT) Buzz Bowl competition. The Buzz Bowl was part of the MSRT 87th Annual Conference and this year's theme was "Wild About Radiology". The Massachusetts Society of Radiologic Technologists hosted the Buzz Bowl competition to challenge students' kn more PR

BHCC's Mussie Teshome Demisse Honored as One of '29 Who Shine' (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 8 -- Bunker Hill Community College issued the following news release: Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) student Mussie Teshome Demisse was one of the 29 graduates of Massachusetts public colleges and universities honored at the State House May 4, 2018. Governor Charlie Baker, Secretary of Education James Peyser and Commissioner of Higher Education Carlos E. Santiago attended the "29 Who Shine" ceremony. "It is an honor to congratulate these dedicated college students who have worked hard to create their own brig more PR

BHSU Students Earn Degrees During 2018 Spring Commencement Ceremony (10)

SPEARFISH, South Dakota, May 11 -- Black Hills State University issued the following news: Nearly 390 Black Hills State University candidates for graduation were awarded master, bachelor, associate degrees during the University's 175th Commencement Ceremony this month. All graduates are listed in the Spring 2018 Graduation List by hometown or current residence. Degrees are indicated by the following: MBA, master of business administration; MED, master of education; MS, master of science; BA, bachelor of arts; BGS, bachelor of general studies; more PR

Big Island Public Schools to Proceed With Normal Schedules Until Further Notice (10)

HILO, Hawaii, May 6 -- The Hawaii Department of Education issued the following news release: All public schools on the Big Island will be open on Monday, May 7, and operate on normal schedules. All school bus transportation will also be in operation. Hawaii State Department of Education structural engineers performed site inspections at all public schools in the Hilo-Waiakea and Kau-Keaau-Pahoa Complex Areas over the weekend and found no significant structural damage from recent earthquake activity. "All public schools in the East Hawaii are more PR

Bill to Combat Opioid Addiction Passes Senate (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 10 -- Minnesota Senate Republicans issued the following news on behalf of Minnesota State Sen. Julie Rosen (R-Vernon Center): The Minnesota Senate today took a significant step in the battle against opioid addiction when Senate File 730, which dedicates resources to opioid prevention and treatment programs, was approved by a 60-6 vote. The bill, authored by Senate Finance Chair Julie Rosen (R-Vernon Center), would fund prevention, treatment, and research, as well as require stronger reporting by pharmaceutical compani more PR

Bipartisan Accord on Transportation (10)

DENVER, Colorado, May 8 -- The Colorado House Democrats issued the following news: The House of Representatives gave its preliminary assent tonight to an amended bill to achieve one of the key goals of the 2018 legislative session -- a multiyear Colorado transportation plan that will relieve traffic congestion and support our state's economic prosperity without jeopardizing education funding. Speaker Crisanta Duran and the Senate president, Kevin Grantham, announced earlier today that they had forged a bipartisan agreement on the details of more PR

Bishop Murry Steps Down From Chair of Committee on Catholic Education (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops issued the following news release: Cardinal Daniel N. DiNardo of Galveston-Houston, President of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, has appointed Bishop John M. Quinn to serve as Chair of the USCCB's Committee on Catholic Education. The appointment was made following the resignation of Bishop George Murry, S.J., of Youngstown, previous chair of the committee, after his diagnosis with a form of acute Leukemia. "Our most heartfelt prayers are with Bishop Murry and his loved ones more PR

Blessing Landscapes, Intel and Oregon Tradeswomen, Inc. Tapped as PCC's Employer Partners of the Year (10)

PORTLAND, Oregon, May 7 -- Portland Community College issued the following news: It was a full house at Portland Community College's inaugural Employer Partnership Awards celebration on April 11. Nearly 100 attendees, representing a variety of PCC's key employer partners throughout the region, streamed into the auditorium of the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry. There they enjoyed an early morning breakfast, networking opportunities, and kudos from the college for the role they play in helping PCC to educate and train a skilled workforce more PR

Board Holds First Reading of Proposal to Update Graduation Requirements (10)

VERMILLION, South Dakota, May 8 -- The South Dakota Department of Education issued the following news release: The South Dakota Board of Education Standards held a first reading of proposed changes to state graduation requirements at its meeting today. The proposal came about after discussions among education stakeholders across the state this spring. South Dakota's current graduation requirements were adopted in 2009. Stakeholders have been examining whether these requirements continue to meet the needs of students, employers and communities more PR

Board of Governors Approves 24th Consecutive Balanced Budget (10)

REGINA, Saskatchewan, May 8 -- The University of Regina issued the following news release: The University of Regina released its 2018-19 budget today, marking the 24th consecutive year that the University has balanced its operating budget. The total operating budget for the University in 2018-19 is approximately $223 million. Record enrolment at the University of Regina is increasing the funding contribution by the Government of Saskatchewan, notwithstanding that the base funding to the sector remained flat in the current year. Research grow more PR

Board of Regents Acts to Amend Dignity for All Students Act Regulations (10)

ALBANY, New York, May 7 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following news release: The Board of Regents today acted to amend the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) regulations to include examples of types of incidents of harassment, bullying or discrimination to be reported and investigated as possible violations of DASA. The amendment is intended to provide further clarification to school administrators, employees and students on the types of incidents of harassment, bullying and discrimination to be reported to administra more PR

Board to Interview 3 Finalists for Boise State President (10)

BOISE, Idaho, May 7 -- The Idaho State Board of Education issued the following news release: The Idaho State Board of Education will interview three finalists next week vying to become Boise State University's next president. The Board will meet with the finalists in Executive Session on May 16, 2018. Listed in alphabetical order, they are: * Dr. James Lentini - Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost, Oakland University * Dr. Kevin Reynolds - Vice President for Finance and Administration, Portland State University * Dr. Dan more PR

Book Publisher Revenue Up For Adult Books, University Presses in 2017 (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The Association of American Publishers issued the following news release: Publishers' revenue for trade (consumer) books increased by $96 million (+1.3%) to $7.6 billion in 2017. The growth in trade books is attributed to a +3.0% revenue uptick in the Adult Books category, which comprises more than 65% of all revenue for trade books. Revenue for Childrens/YA books and Religious Presses declined in 2017. Overall publisher revenue for 2017 was flat at $14.7 billion, up $57.5 million (+0.4%) from 2016. These numbers include more PR

Booneville Student Earns University's Highest Academic Honor (10)

OXFORD, Mississippi, May 10 -- The University of Mississippi issued the following news release: Hannah Day, a senior education major from Tishomingo at the University of Mississippi at Booneville, recently was selected to receive the university's top academic honor as a Taylor medalist for the 2017-18 academic year. Day was presented her award during the annual Honors Convocation on the Oxford campus. "I was blown away when I heard that I had received the award," Day said. "It validates all my hard work and long nights of studying. It was de more PR

Boonshoft School of Medicine to Hold Graduation on May 10 (10)

KENT, Ohio, May 7 -- Wright State University issued the following news: The Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine will hold its annual graduation ceremony on Thursday, May 10, at 6:30 p.m. at the Schuster Center in downtown Dayton. The graduating class includes 96 medical students. Gregory Toussaint, M.D., assistant dean for clinical skills education and associate professor of pediatrics at the Boonshoft School of Medicine, will deliver the commencement address. A general pediatrician, he graduated from the U.S. Air Force Acade more PR

Boston Public Schools Principal Craig Martin Named Mass. Elementary Principal of the Year (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 7 -- Boston Public Schools issued the following news: Boston Public Schools (BPS) Principal Craig Martin, leader of the Michael J. Perkins Elementary School in South Boston, has been named the 2018 Thomas C. Passios Elementary Principal of the Year from the Massachusetts School Administrators' Association (MSAA). Martin, who has served as principal of the Perkins School since the 2013-14 school year, will also represent the Commonwealth in the National Distinguished Principal Program, sponsored by the National Assoc more PR

Bowie State to Launch Newly Installed Solar Power System (10)

BOWIE, Maryland, May 9 -- Bowie State University issued the following news release: Bowie State University is ready to launch a newly installed solar panel system, supporting the university's goal to reduce its carbon footprint. President Aminta H. Breaux and officials from WGL Energy will join other dignitaries to ceremoniously flip the switch to activate the university's solar power system on Monday, May 21 at 11 a.m. under the solar canopy in parking lot D. With the support of a $150,000 grant from the Maryland Energy Administration, the u more PR

Brenner, Arkwright Honored as Pioneers in Conservation (10)

GROVE CITY, Pennsylvania, May 10 -- The Grove City College issued the following news release: Grove City College Professor of Biology Fred Brenner and student Lexie Arkwright '18 were honored by the Mercer County Conservation District with Pioneers in Conservation awards. Brenner was given a Lifetime Achievement Award for his work with the Conservation District, dedication to education, a massive body of research and a commitment to ecology and conservation. He has been on the Grove City College faculty for 49 years and is recognized as a cer more PR

Brian V. Carolan Named Dean of Graduate Studies (10)

FAIRFIELD, Connecticut, May 8 -- Sacred Heart University issued the following news: Brian V. Carolan of Park Ridge, N.J., has joined Sacred Heart University as dean of Graduate Studies. In this role, he will offer broader leadership for the graduate programs, both at the master's and doctoral levels. Among his responsibilities will be helping to determine graduate tuition and enrollment goals, overseeing marketing, recruitment and outreach for graduate programs, conducting market research to identify new programs, certificates and degrees and more PR

Bronx Borough President Diaz & Council Members Torres & Deutsch Pass Fire Safety Legislative Package (10)

BRONX, New York, May 9 -- Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. issued the following news release: NYC- Today, the full City Council passed three bills concerning fire safety, prevention and education introduced by Council Members Ritchie Torres and Chaim Deutsch at the request of Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. The three bills passed the Council unanimously by a vote of 49-0. The bills now head to Mayor de Blasio's desk for his signature, and are expected to be enacted in the coming weeks. The three bills that were passed by the Coun more PR

Bryant President Ronald K. Machtley Inducted Into RI Heritage Hall of Fame (10)

SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island, May 9 -- Bryant University issued the following news release: The Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame honored Bryant President Ronald K. Machtley and an elite group of Rhode Islanders for their significant contributions to the heritage of the state. The organization's 54th annual induction ceremony took place May 5 at the Inn at the Crossings in Warwick, RI. In addition to recognizing the achievements of these distinguished citizens, it is the organization's mission to tell the story of Rhode Island history through th more PR

Budget Is Good for Space Industry and Medical Research - ANU (10)

CANBERRA, Australia, May 9 -- The Australian National University issued the following news release: The Turnbull Government's third Budget will invigorate Australia's space industry and was good news for Australia's high-level research and medical researchers, Professor Brian Schmidt, Vice-Chancellor of The Australian National University (ANU), said on Wednesday. The Budget included funding for a new Australian Space Agency, money to upgrade Australia's supercomputing capacity and a major investment in medical and health research. "The Gover more PR

Bunker Hill Community College and MassBay Students Place 1st at Annual Mass Society of Radiologic Technologists Buzz Bowl (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 7 -- Bunker Hill Community College issued the following news release: Bunker Hill Community College and MassBay Community College are pleased to announce a student radiology team has placed first at this year's Massachusetts Society of Radiologic Technologists (MSRT) Buzz Bowl competition. The Buzz Bowl was part of the MSRT 87th Annual Conference and this year's theme was "Wild About Radiology." The Massachusetts Society of Radiologic Technologists hosted the Buzz Bowl competition to challenge students' knowledge i more PR

C3E Announces Texas A&M Energy Institute Joining Collaborative Effort to Advance Women's Leadership in Clean Energy (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The U.S. Department of Energy issued the following news release: Today, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)-led U.S. Clean Energy Education & Empowerment (C3E) program announced that the Texas A&M Energy Institute is joining the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Energy Initiative (MITEI) and the Stanford Precourt Institute for Energy to support implementation of the C3E program to advance women's participation and leadership in clean energy. "As a proud Aggie, I am thrilled to see my alma mater joining this important more PR

CAI Presents the 2018 Annual Conference and Exposition, May 9-12, in Washington, D.C. (10)

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, May 7 -- The Community Associations Institute issued the following news release: Community Associations Institute's (CAI) is proud to host the largest international gathering of homeowners, community managers, and businesses serving community associations worldwide at the 2018 Annual Conference and Exposition, May 9-12, in Washington, D.C. at the Marriott Wardman Park. The three-day conference is the premier destination, where nearly 2,000 attendees will come together, share ideas, and network with community association more PR

California Gubernatorial Candidates Go on the Record With Higher Education Priorities (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, May 9 -- The Campaign for College Opportunity issued the following news release: With under a month to go before California's primary election, the Campaign for College Opportunity has released a new publication and three videos to inform voters about the leading gubernatorial candidates' higher education priorities. On the Record: California's Gubernatorial Candidates on Higher Education (http://collegecampaign.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Candidate-Questionare-FINAL.pdf) and three accompanying forum videos (http: more PR

Camelle Kinney Named AAFCS 2018 Teacher of the Year Merit Finalist (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 8 -- The American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences issued the following news: On Teacher Appreciation Day, the American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) is officially announcing its AAFCS Teacher of the Award winners, including Camelle Kinney, department chair and family and consumer sciences (FCS) educator, North Star High School, Lincoln, Nebraska, who will be receiving the AAFCS 2018 Teacher of the Year Merit Finalist award. "I am so proud to be an FCS teacher at North Star High School, more PR

Cameo Shooting and Education Complex Needs Qualified Volunteers for a Variety of Positions (10)

GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado, May 7 -- The Colorado Department of Natural Resources' Division of Parks and Wildlife issued the following news release: Colorado Parks and Wildlife is looking for qualified volunteers to help with the operation of the Cameo Shooting and Education Complex. After years of planning, construction is now well underway and CPW plans to open the first phase of the large-scale shooting range to the public by mid-July. Anyone interested in learning more about this opportunity should attend one of two informational seminars, more PR

Cameron University Department of Education Presents Awards (10)

LAWTON, Oklahoma, May 10 -- Cameron University issued the following news release: The Cameron University Department of Education recently celebrated the accomplishments its students with awards. Alexandra Cunningham, Lawton; Melissa Fourroux, Altus, and Renea Lawler, Duncan; were named Student of the Year in their respective master's programs. Cunningham has earned Master of Education in Reading, Fourroux has completed a Master of Science in Educational Leadership, and Lawler has earned a Master of Education in Education. Undergraduates in t more PR

Cameron University Department of Social Sciences Names Outstanding Majors (10)

LAWTON, Oklahoma, May 11 -- Cameron University issued the following news release: The Cameron University Department of Social Sciences has honored six students as "Outstanding Major of the Year" in Political Science, History, Social Studies Education, Sociology and Criminal Justice, the five degree programs that comprise the academic unit. "These students exemplify the best of the best," says Dr. Lance Janda, Chair, Department of Social Sciences. "It is a great pleasure to honor their dedication and commitment. They were selected based on num more PR

Campbell's First Nursing Students to Graduate Friday (10)

BUIES CREEK, North Carolina, May 8 -- Campbell University issued the following news release: Nancy Duffy will likely see hundreds and hundreds of students earn their Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees before her career is over. But that first class will always hold a special place in her heart. "I know them by name, by face and I can probably tell you a story or something interesting about every single one of them," said the director of Campbell's nursing program. "That will certainly be difficult to do in the future -- to maintain that more PR

Campbellsville University Honors Students and Faculty at Honors and Awards Day Ceremony (10)

CAMPBELLSVILLE, Kentucky, May 9 -- Campbellsville University issued the following news release: "In Ephesians 4:1, Paul talks about what it means to be a Christian, to walk with humility and gentleness. I hope this reflects who we are at Campbellsville University," Dr. Michael V. Carter, president of Campbellsville University, said during Campbellsville University's awards day ceremony on April 25 in Ransdell Chapel. Carter welcomed those in attendance, giving a short update on the university. "Campbellsville University has had an exciting y more PR

Canada Post Announces Recipients of Annual Aboriginal Education Incentive Awards and Opens 2018 Application Period (10)

OTTAWA, Ontario, May 1 -- The Canada Post Corporation, a Canadian crown corporation, issued the following news release: Canada Post is proud to announce the winners of the 2017 Aboriginal Education Incentive Awards. The awards recognize the efforts and commitment of Canadians of Aboriginal heritage who have chosen to continue school following an absence from formal education. Since 2004, the Awards have recognized more than 300 individuals from across the country. This year's award recipients are: * British Columbia: Natasha Brooks, Laura Mc more PR

CAP, Generation Progress Experts on Acting Director Mick Mulvaney Shuttering the Office of Students at Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The Center for American Progress issued the following news release: The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced that it will close the Office of Students and Young Consumers and relocate its staff to the Office of Financial Education. Since the bureau's inception in 2012, it has recovered more than $750 million in funds for students who were wronged by lenders and servicers. Additionally, the bureau has collected hundreds of thousands of complaints and comments on issues related to student loans and has relea more PR

Career Programs Recognized for Economic Results (10)

PASADENA, California, May 8 -- Pasadena City College issued the following news release: Students enrolled in thirty career education programs at Pasadena City College are likely to see a boost in their careers following their studies, according to new data released by the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office. Thirty job-training programs at the college - from cosmetology to biotechnology, and many in between - have been recognized as "Strong Workforce Stars" under a statewide program designed to drive success in earning power and more PR

Carina Saucedo Named 2018 MERIT Scholar (10)

JOLIET, Illinois, May 8 -- The University of St. Francis issued the following news release: Recent Joliet Central High School graduate Carina Saucedo has been selected as the 2018 scholarship recipient in the Multicultural Education Recruitment in Teaching (MERIT) program at University of St. Francis (USF). MERIT is a partnership between USF, Joliet Township High School District 204, Joliet Public Schools District 86 and the Joliet business community. It is intended to help recruit, prepare, place and induct a new generation of teachers of col more PR

Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program Announces 2018 Fellowship Recipients (10)

NEW YORK, May 10 -- The Institute of International Education issued the following news release: The Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program, now in its fifth year, has selected 43 African Universities in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania and Uganda to host 55 African-born scholars to build partnerships between home and host universities and address priority needs at host universities and countries. The program is funded by Carnegie Corporation of New York and managed by the Institute of International Education (IIE) in collabo more PR

Catholic Schools Continue to Academically Outperform Public Schools (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 -- The National Catholic Educational Association issued the following news release: On April 10, 2018, the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) released the 2017 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) results for reading and mathematics in grades four and eight. Catholic schools show a consistent level of achievement that surpasses public schools. While these scores are solid for Catholic schools, NAEP determined the sample size of private schools was too small to report. Based on scale scores more PR

CCNY Faculty and Student to Learn How Pixar Works Its Magic (10)

NEW YORK, May 9 -- The City University of New York's City College of New York issued the following news: Pixar is known the world over for its crowd pleasing animated films like Coco, Finding Nemo, and Toy Story. While the company's movies are beloved, they're also studied by students and teachers who carefully dissect the company's innovative animation techniques and character development methods. Many of those students and teachers dream of someday walking the company's legendary halls - or even working there. For two faculty members and o more PR

CCSA Recognizes Incredible Educators Who Make Charter Public Schools Great Places for Students to Learn and Thrive (10)

SACRAMENTO, California, May 7 -- California Charter Schools Association issued the following news release: The California Charter Schools Association (CCSA) is proud to recognize charter public school teachers across the state who provide a high-quality public education to students at their charter public schools in honor of National Charter Schools Week and Teacher Appreciation Week, both of which fall the week of May 6-12, 2018. Every year, National Charter Schools Week gives us the chance to raise awareness about our amazing schools and sh more PR

CCSSO Issues Statement on Death of Michigan Superintendent Whiston (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Council of Chief State School Officers issued the following statement by Executive Director Carissa Moffat Miller on the death of Michigan Superintendent Brian Whiston. The Michigan Department of Education released an announcement. "We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Brian Whiston. He has been a visionary leader in education at the state and national levels, and an important member of the CCSSO family. "During his time as the State Superintendent in Michigan, he forged a new strategic vision for the state more PR

Cedars-Sinai Awarded $2.6 Million to Study Depression in Heart Failure Patients (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, May 7 -- The Cedars-Sinai Medical Center issued the following news release: Cedars-Sinai investigators, led by Waguih William IsHak, MD,FAPA, professor of Psychiatry and vice chairman for Education and Research, have been awarded $2.6 million to study and compare evidence-based approaches for treating depression in people with advanced heart failure. Heart failure affects over 26 million adults worldwide and depressive symptoms are detected in nearly half of all patients with heart failure. These symptoms, if not trea more PR

Celebrate American Humane's 'Be Kind to Animals Week' (May 6-12) (10)

WASHINGTON, May 6 -- The American Humane Association issued the following news release: Building a better world for all of us begins with a few simple actions and American Humane, the country's first national humane organization, is challenging people to commit to protecting and improving the lives of millions of animals during this year's "Be Kind to Animals Week(R)" (May 6-12), the oldest commemorative week in U.S. history, and the nation's longest-running humane education campaign. American Humane is asking animal advocates to pledge to do more PR

Celebrating Bilingual Education (10)

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, May 7 -- The Milwaukee Public Schools have issued the following news release: The Wisconsin Association for Bilingual Education (WIABE) has recognized 12 Milwaukee Public Schools teachers as 2018 WIABE Educators of the Year and honored two MPS students as writing contest winners. WIABE supports and encourages the implementation of educational policies and effective bilingual-bicultural programs that promote equal education opportunity and excellence for all language minority students. The group promotes enrichment forms more PR

Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week and Announcing Regional Teachers of the Year (10)

PIERRE, South Dakota, May 7 -- The South Dakota Department of Education issued the following news release: Gov. Dennis Daugaard has proclaimed May 7-11 Teacher Appreciation Week in South Dakota. "When we take the time to really reflect on the vital impact of teachers, one week seems entirely too short a time to set aside to celebrate them," said Secretary of Education Don Kirkegaard. "Please seek out a teacher this week, whether one of your own or one of your child's teachers, and say thank you. Then, strive to make that a year-round habit." more PR

Center for Disabilities Establishes Oyate' Circle (10)

VERMILLION, South Dakota, May 9 -- The University of South Dakota issued the following news: The Center for Disabilities, located at the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, has launched a new resource, education, outreach and training effort serving Native Americans with disabilities in South Dakota. Called the Oyate' Circle, this effort will be led by Jim E. Warne, an enrolled Oglala Lakota tribal member, and the new community engagement director for the USD Center for Disabilities. In the Lakota language, Oyate' translate more PR

Center for Responsible Lending Issues Statement on Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's Office of Students Closure (10)

DURHAM, North Carolina, May 9 -- The Center for Responsible Lending issued the following statement by senior policy counsel Whitney Barkley-Denney: * * * Mick Mulvaney, the unlawful Acting Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), announced today that he is closing the Bureau's Office of Students and folding it into the Office of Financial Education. The closure is the latest in a series of actions and proposals that threaten to undermine the consumer protections that have been put into place by the CFPB to address large-sc more PR

Central Kitsap Paraeducator Carla Yenko Named School Employee of the Year (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, May 10 -- The Washington Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction issued the following news release: Carla Yenko (Central Kitsap School District) was named the 2018 Washington State Classified School Employee of the Year, the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) announced today. Carla is a paraeducator at Olympic High School in Educational Service District (ESD) 114, and is a mechanical engineer by training. She started her career in education as a volunteer in her daughter's kindergarten classr more PR

CFPB's Mick Mulvaney's Decision to Eliminate Bureau's Office of Students and Young Consumers Leaves Borrowers Vulnerable to Lending Abuses (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The Consumers Union issued the following news release: Acting CFPB Director Mick Mulvaney's decision today to eliminate the Office of Students and Young Consumers raises serious concerns about the Bureau's future ability to uncover and stop abusive lending practices, according to Consumers Union, the advocacy division of Consumer Reports. The move comes as education debt has climbed to over $1.5 trillion and after tens of thousands of borrowers have filed complaints with the CFPB about unfair treatment by lenders. "The Of more PR

Chairman Blunt Issues Statement at Hearing on FY 2019 Budget Request for HHS (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The Senate Appropriations subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies issued the following statement by Chairman Roy Blunt, R-Missouri, at a hearing to review the fiscal 2019 budget request for the Department of Health and Human Services: "Good morning. Thank you, Secretary Azar, for appearing before the Subcommittee today to discuss the Department of Health and Human Services' fiscal year 2019 budget request. This is your first time testifying before this Subcommittee and we look for more PR

Chairman Murkowski Issues Statement at Hearing on FY 2019 Budget Request for Interior Department (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The Senate Appropriations subcommittee on Interior, Environment and Related Agencies issued the following statement by Chairman Lisa A. Murkowski, R-Alaska, at a hearing to review the fiscal 2019 budget request for the Interior Department: "Good morning everyone. The hearing will come to order. "Today, we will review the fiscal year 2019 budget request for the Department of the Interior. I'd like to welcome our witnesses this morning: Secretary Zinke, who is accompanied by Deputy Assistant Secretary for Budget, Finance, more PR

Champlain College Online Opens the 'Accomplish Anything' Interactive Digital Experience at Burlington International Airport (10)

BURLINGTON, Vermont, May 10 -- Champlain College issued the following news: Champlain College Online unveiled two interactive kiosks in both terminals of the Burlington International Airport in South Burlington as part of its campaign to increase access to higher education in Vermont and across the country. In April, Champlain College Online announced a 50 percent reduction in tuition for its undergraduate online degree programs for adult learners, starting this fall. To support this change, the College has launched a campaign to help empower more PR

Chancellor Encourages York Graduates to Embrace Their Humanity (10)

YORK, Pennsylvania, May 10 -- Pennsylvania State University's York campus issued the following news: "Graduates, whenever the opportunity arises, practice your compassion, be an active listener, be respectful of everyone, be sympathetic, and most of all, strive to be understanding, as knowledge is power," said David W. Chown, chancellor of Penn State York and the commencement speaker during Penn State York's 48th annual spring commencement May 4. Chown, who will be retiring effective Aug. 1, urged graduates to help tackle two of the biggest p more PR

Chancellor's Award for Faculty Service Honors Art Chair Cynthia Clabough (10)

OSWEGO, New York, May 9 -- The State University of New York's Oswego campus issued the following news release: Professor Cynthia Clabough, chair of the SUNY Oswego art department, has earned the SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Faculty Service, a system-wide honor recognizing her 24 years of working toward positive change on and off campus. "Year after year, Professor Clabough continues to go above and beyond her professional obligation as a chair and faculty member in terms of her service to her department, this institution, and to more PR

Chancellor's Column: UNK Momentum Continues During Fiscal Challenges (10)

KEARNEY, Nebraska, May 10 -- The University of Nebraska-Kearney issued the following news: The University of Nebraska at Kearney is entering a season of accelerated and transformational change. While the community and visitors will notice a flurry of construction activity, some may wonder how UNK is able to invest in construction projects while making reductions required to address a $3.4 million budget gap. The answer requires an understanding of state budgets and the use of "restricted" funds. One example of restricted funds are dollars the more PR

Charleston Southern University Graduates Class of 2018 (10)

CHARLESTON, South Carolina, May 7 -- Charleston Southern University issued the following news: Charleston Southern University conferred 704 degrees Saturday, May 5 at North Charleston Coliseum. President Jairy C. Hunter Jr. was keynote speaker at the final commencement ceremony over which he presided. After serving 34 years as Charleston Southern's second president, Hunter was granted President Emeritus status during the ceremony. Hunter shared five essentials for maximizing your full potential: * Perform a Self-Analysis * Know Your Purpo more PR

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools: 'A Sense of Belonging' (10)

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, May 8 -- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools issued the following news: A love of education runs deep in Veronica Bradshaw's family. Her relatives include principals, teachers and teacher assistants, as well as social workers. Bradshaw was most inspired by her mother, who worked in a special-education school. "I think it's a gene," Bradshaw said. "As a family, we expressed a love of service and I remember seeing the love and compassion my mother had for her kids. They were just loved for who they were and I'd see the love more PR

Chemistry Platoon Helps UI Student Veterans Succeed in Science (10)

IOWA CITY, Iowa, May 9 -- The University of Iowa issued the following news release: When Scott Daly entered college after serving in the military, he wanted to take an introductory chemistry class. His academic advisor tried to dissuade him. "Why don't you take general education classes instead," Daly recalls the advisor telling him. "You want to stay away from (science) classes. They are harder." It's a good thing Daly ignored the advice. The assistant professor in the University of Iowa Department of Chemistry now wants to make sure stude more PR

Cherokee Nation Donates $4,000 to Zion School for PE Equipment (10)

STILWELL, Oklahoma, May 8 -- The Cherokee Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: The Cherokee Nation donated $4,000 to Zion Public School to help furnish a new building with archery and other physical education equipment. Cherokee Nation Tribal Council Secretary Frankie Hargis, Secretary of State Chuck Hoskin Jr. and School Community Specialist Brian Jackson presented the check during a recent tour of the school. "I'm proud the Cherokee Nation is able to provide funding to help Zion equip its more PR

Cherokee Nation Issues Testimony Before House Appropriations Subcommittee (10)

TAHLEQUAH, Oklahoma, May 9 -- The Cherokee Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following testimony by Principal Chief Bill John Baker before the House Appropriations subcommittee on the Interior, Environment and Related Agencies: I am Bill John Baker, Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. Thank you for the opportunity to share our appropriations priorities for fiscal year 2019. The Cherokee Nation is truly one of the great success stories in Indian Country. Fifty years ago, our annual budget was $1.1 million. To more PR

Cheyney University Introduces New Academic Offerings As Part of Curriculum Redesign (10)

CHEYNEY, Pennsylvania, May 11 -- Cheyney University issued the following news release: Cheyney University of Pennsylvania has introduced new programs in biology and computer science as part of a redesign of its curriculum to address changes in the workforce and to enhance students' opportunities for success. New concentrations under the biology degree program will be offered in pre-medicine, pre-nursing/health professions, forensics, ecology/environmental biology, aquaculture and cellular/molecular biology. A new minor in computer science wi more PR

Chien-Chung Chen Named Professor of the Year (10)

LAS VEGAS, New Mexico, May 11 -- New Mexico Highlands University issued the following news: New Mexico Highlands University named marketing professor Chien-Chung Chen Professor of the Year for 2017 - 2018. Each spring an independent selection committee composed of students, faculty and staff reviews the nominations for Professor of the Year and selects a winner. Joshlyn Simasingh is a Highlands MBA candidate who will complete her degree in July 2018 and is awaiting final acceptance to two law schools. She nominated Chen for Professor of the more PR

Children Hospitalized for Injuries Have Increased Mental Health Needs (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 7 -- Nationwide Children's Hospital issued the following news release: There's no doubt that serious injuries can be stressful for families. But little is known about the impact of these injuries on children's mental health. A new study from the Center for Injury Research and Policy, the Center for Pediatric Trauma Research, and the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research at Nationwide Children's Hospital looked at mental health and social functioning of children after they were hospitalized for an injury. The study, pu more PR

Chowan University President Receives Honorary Doctorate in Recognition of 15 Years of Faithful Service (10)

MURFREESBORO, North Carolina, May 8 -- Chowan University issued the following news: Dr. M. Christopher White, Chowan University President, received the Honorary Doctorate degree May 5, 2018 during the 170th Chowan University Anniversary Commencement Ceremony in recognition of 15 years of loyal service. When Dr. White was named the twenty-second President of Chowan University in July 2003, Faith in your Future (the University motto) took on a new meaning. He revived the institution that was on the brink of closure, and has selflessly served Ch more PR

City of Birds: Massive Banner Celebrating the Birds of False Creek to Be Installed Under Granville Bridge (10)

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 10 -- The city of Vancouver issued the following news release: With spring migration in full flight just ahead of World Migratory Bird Day on May 12, the Vancouver Park Board will be installing a huge bird banner today under the Granville Street bridge on the edge of False Creek. The Birds of False Creek banner illustrates native birds found in and around the waterway: Canada goose, Barrow's Goldeneye, Great Blue Heron, Horned Grebe, Northwestern Crow, Gulls, Cormorants, Bald eagle and Vancouver's official Ci more PR

Clark State to Celebrate Commencement With Two Ceremonies on Saturday, May 12 (10)

SPRINGFIELD, Ohio, May 8 -- Clark State Community College issued the following news release: Clark State Community College will celebrate commencement with two ceremonies on Saturday, May 12 at the Clark State Performing Arts Center in downtown Springfield. The Clark State Class of 2018 features 660 candidates for graduation who will receive their degree or certificate of completion. This is up slightly over the class of 2017. Clark State alumni Randy Kapp and Johnne Heard will receive the inaugural Alumni Awards. "We are so proud of our gra more PR

Clemson Awards 1,800 Degrees, Honorary Doctorate to U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley (10)

CLEMSON, South Carolina, May 10 -- Clemson University issued the following news release: Clemson University conferred more than 1,800 degrees during two commencement ceremonies on Thursday. Among the recipients was Nikki Haley ('94), U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and Clemson alumna, who was awarded an honorary doctorate in humanities before addressing College of Business and College of Education graduates in the afternoon. Clemson President James P. Clements announced Haley's honor. "This degree is conferred in recognition of eminent more PR

Closing the CFPB's Office for Students is Reckless and Harmful (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Rep. Bobby Scott, D-Virginia, ranking Democratic member of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, issued the following news release: This morning, the Trump administration announced it is dismantling the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau office that protects student borrowers from fraud. Roughly 42 million Americans owe more than $1.5 trillion in student loans. Here is how Committee Democrats responded: Vice Ranking Member Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01): "The Trump Administration has once again shown that it cares more PR

Codling First to Graduate With Theatre Education Degree (10)

COLUMBUS, Mississippi, May 10 -- Mississippi University for Women issued the following news release: Louis Codling became the first to graduate with a degree in theatre education from Mississippi University for Women during the May commencement ceremony. "We are very happy that Louis is the first graduate in this pioneering program in the state of Mississippi and we are very proud of him. He will be an excellent ambassador for our department and our University," said David Crater, chair of the department of Theatre. "Of all the students who g more PR

College Announces 'Kenan Distinguished Professorships' (10)

ST. AUGUSTINE, Florida, May 10 -- Flagler College issued the following news: Four Flagler College professors were selected as recipients of the college's newly-established Kenan Distinguished Professorships this spring -- endowed positions that recognize excellence in teaching, scholarship and service. Dr. Michael Butler and Professor Patrick Moser were chosen as permanent recipients and Drs. Allison Roberts and John Young were selected as three-year awardees. "We are supporting excellence in education with the professorships," said Vice Pre more PR

College of Education Presented With JTHS Award (10)

JOLIET, Illinois, May 9 -- The University of St. Francis issued the following news release: In honor of National Teacher Appreciation Week, the University of St. Francis (USF) College of Education is proud to be the recipient of the Joliet Township High School (JTHS) Superintendent Medallion Award for its service to JTHS students and schools. The prestigious Superintendents Medallion is Joliet Township High School's highest honor, awarded for extensive service and dedication to education. The award, established in 2006, is bestowed upon indivi more PR

College of Osteopathic Medicine Recognizes Patenge Award Winners (10)

EAST LANSING, Michigan, May 9 -- Michigan State University issued the following news release: The Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine will recognize three leaders with its highest honor, The Walter F. Patenge Medal of Public Service. The winners, who will be recognized for their commitment to excellence in medicine, government and public service on May 21, are William Falls, Patrick McClellan and Joanna Pease. Falls is the associate dean of student services for the college. He has implemented student support services suc more PR

Commencement 2018 - Hundreds Celebrate Earning Degrees, Certificates During Weekend Ceremonies (10)

PRESCOTT, Arizona, May 7 -- Yavapai College issued the following news: Hundreds of men and women who launched their career journeys at Yavapai College took a giant step this month toward achieving their dreams - completing a two-year degree or certificate program. Many of them, including 37 future nurses, participated in commencement ceremonies at the YC Verde Valley and Prescott campuses Friday and Saturday. Dr. Mark Shelley reminded graduates in a speech during the Prescott ceremony that commencement represents a "beginning." He challenged more PR

Commissioner Announces 2019 Teacher of the Year (10)

EAST BRIDGEWATER, Massachusetts, May 8 -- The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education issued the following news release: Commissioner Jeffrey C. Riley today announced that Jamil Siddiqui, a math teacher at East Bridgewater Junior/Senior High School, is the 2019 Massachusetts Teacher of the Year. The Massachusetts Teacher of the Year Program is the state's top award for educators and annually recognizes excellence in teaching across the Commonwealth by selecting a teacher who exemplifies the dedication, commitment and pos more PR

Commissioner Oettinger to Defend EU Budget Proposal at European Committee of the Regions (10)

BRUSSELS, Belgium, May 8 -- The European Committee of the Regions issued the following news release: On 16-17 May members of the European Committee of the Regions (CoR) will voice their concerns about the European Commission's far-reaching proposals to direct EU funding away from regional development after 2020, and will adopt a position on the UK's withdrawal from the EU after a year of consultations, surveys and studies with local and regional authorities. The CoR's members will also consider ways in which cultural policies can contribute to more PR

Commissioner Praises Partnership Establishing the Alaska K-12 Broadband Initiative (10)

JUNEAU, Alaska, May 10 -- The Alaska Department of Education and Early Development issued the following news release: Today, Governor Bill Walker announced the Alaska K-12 Broadband Initiative - a partnership between the State of Alaska and EducationSuperHighway to expand high-speed internet in Alaska schools. As a part of meeting Alaska's Education Challenge, the Department of Education and Early Development (DEED) will partner with the national non-profit to increase broadband access for schools across the state who often face the most chal more PR

Community Associations Institute Showcases Historic Condos for International Visitors (10)

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, May 9 -- The Community Associations Institute issued the following news release: Professional managers representing Dubai, South Africa, Australia, Canada, and more discover differences and similarities of condominium living in the U.S. and abroad. As the condominium real estate market continues a steady increase worldwide, professional community managers (commonly referred to as property managers) are looking for solutions to common daily challenges. Today, Community Associations Institute (CAI)--the leading authority more PR

Comptroller Stringer Releases First Agency Watch List Report: Department of Correction (10)

NEW YORK, May 11 -- New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer issued the following news release: As the New York City Council Committee on Criminal Justice holds hearings on the Executive Budget, New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer today released the first "Agency Watch List" report on the Department of Correction (DOC), one of three agencies the Comptroller's Office is monitoring for spending and results. The watch list is a tool to track the relationship between spending on and results of programs run by city agencies, and highligh more PR

Connecticut Congressional Delegation Applauds Over $1 Million in Federal Funding to Support the Arts (10)

HARTFORD, Connecticut, May 10 -- The office of Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and Representatives John Larson (CT-1), Joe Courtney (CT-2), Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), Jim Himes (CT-4), and Elizabeth Esty (CT-5) applauded $1,015,900 in federal funding from the National Endowment of the Arts to support historical societies, museums, performances, and exhibitions across the state. "Connecticut is home to a dynamic arts scene, and th more PR

Connecticut Congressional Delegation Applauds Over $1 Million in Federal Funding to Support the Arts (10)

HARTFORD, Connecticut, May 10 -- Rep. Elizabeth Esty, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and Representatives John Larson (CT-1), Joe Courtney (CT-2), Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), Jim Himes (CT-4), and Elizabeth Esty (CT-5) applauded $1,015,900 in federal funding from the National Endowment of the Arts to support historical societies, museums, performances, and exhibitions across the state. "Connecticut is home to a dynamic arts scene, and this federal funding more PR

Conservation Corps North Bay to Receive $43,333 from Interior (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service announced that it intends to award a $43,333 cooperative agreement to the Conservation Corps North Bay of San Rafael, California, for a youth recycling stewards partnership at the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The agency description of the grant states: "This project seeks to improve the visitor's experience of outdoor access to the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA) by improving recycling collection, as well as educating the public on proper was more ST

Continuum of Learning Comes to Laughlin (10)

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas, May 9 -- The U.S. Air Force (47th Flying Training Wing) issued the following news: By Airman 1st Class Anne McCready Public Affairs Masoud Rasti, Air Education and Training Command business relationship manager, traveled to Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas to provide a deeper understanding of how senior U.S. Air Force leaders are searching for ways they can streamline the Continuum of Learning concept, May 4, 2018. According to Rasti, training is about how Airmen are developed, yet the bigger picture is about h more PR

Continuum of Learning Team Visits Keesler (10)

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Mississippi, May 11 -- The U.S. Air Force (81st Training Wing) issued the following news: By Senior Airman Jenay Randolph Public Affairs The 81st Training Group hosted a site visit for the Continuum of Learning team here May 8, 2018. The CoL initiative is a shift that focuses on how Airmen learn by integrating education, training and experience in ways that allow them to learn anytime, anywhere. The end goal is to create a culture of life-long learning. "We have had recent visits to Keesler to brief on the concept o more PR

Council to Vote on Fire and Emergency Safety Bill Package (10)

CITY HALL, New York, May 10 -- The New York City Council issued the following news release: Today, the New York City Council will vote on a package of fire and emergency safety bills. The Council was prompted to introduce legislation to address fire safety after a series of Bronx fires in late December and early January that resulted in 15 deaths and 29 injuries. In addition, the Council will vote on a number of finance and land use items. Fire and Emergency Safety Package Requiring the FDNY to Conduct Outreach and Education to Residential B more PR

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store to Power the Country Roads Stage for Second Year at the 2018 CMA Fest (10)

LEBANON, Tennessee, May 9 -- Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, a chain of combined restaurant and gift stores, issued the following news: Cracker Barrel Old Country Store(R) will be the CMA Fest's Country Roads Stage title sponsor for the second year at Nashville's Ascend Amphitheater from June 7 through June 9, 2018. Cracker Barrel and the Country Music Association (CMA) have teamed up to bring hospitality, charm and an impressive lineup to the annual festival. In collaboration with Red Light Management, Cracker Barrel will fly two lucky fans more PR

Craven County School Leader Named Principal of the Year (10)

RALEIGH, North Carolina, May 11 -- Public Schools of North Carolina issued the following news release: Tabari Wallace, a Craven County school administrator who helped boost student performance at two middle schools in his district, was named Wells Fargo North Carolina Principal of the Year at an awards luncheon today in Cary. Now principal of West Craven High School, Wallace was chosen from a field of eight regional finalists named earlier this year. Under Wallace's leadership, Craven County's Havelock Middle School and H.J. MacDonald Middle more PR

CSC Students Present Research Papers at State Science Academy (10)

CHADRON, Nebraska, May 7 -- Chadron State College issued the following news release: Fruit fly concussions, Mars rocks, and the brain wave patterns of people playing online games were among the research subjects investigated by Chadron State College students this year. Six CSC science students and two from the education department were accompanied by faculty members Dr. Ann Buchmann, Dr. Mike Leite and Dr. Johnica Morrow to Nebraska Wesleyan University, where they described their work at the 128th Annual Nebraska Academy of Sciences Conferenc more PR

CSU Awards Honorary Degree Awarded to Business Leader, Philanthropist James Kennedy (10)

FORT COLLINS, Colorado, May 10 -- Colorado State University issued the following news release: The remarkable impact of James Kennedy and his family on Colorado State University will be acknowledged May 11 during the University's 2018 commencement ceremonies, when he is awarded an honorary doctorate degree. Kennedy, chairman of Atlanta-based Cox Enterprises for the past 30 years, is widely known for his remarkable business acumen. He has helped transform Cox Enterprises from $2.1 billion in annual sales to $20 billion during his tenure. Kenn more PR

CSU School of Business Receives Continuing Accreditation (10)

CHARLESTON, South Carolina, May 11 -- Charleston Southern University issued the following news: The Board of Commissioners of the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) is pleased to announce that, at its meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana, on April 16-17, 2018, Charleston Southern University in Charleston, South Carolina was granted reaffirmation of accreditation of the business and management programs offered through its School of Business. The School of Business at Charleston Southern University has undertaken a more PR

CSUCI Commencement Will Present Honorary Degrees for Former Second Lady Tipper Gore, Judge Michele Castillo (10)

CAMARILLO, California, May 8 -- California State University issued the following news release: Former second lady of the United States Elizabeth "Tipper" Gore and Ventura County Superior Court Judge Michele Marie Castillo will speak at CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) Commencement on May 19, 2018 President Erika D. Beck will present Castillo with an Honorary Doctor of Laws at the 9 a.m. ceremony and at the 3 p.m. ceremony, Beck will present Gore with an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters. Castillo is the first Latina ever to be appointed to the Ve more PR

CSUs Among Top Universities in Latest ROI Report (10)

LONG BEACH, California, May 10 -- California State University issued the following news release: Twelve California State University campuses are among the top 100 public universities in the nation when it comes to return on investment for in-state tuition according to PayScale's 2018 Best Value Colleges report released May 1. The campuses include CSU Maritime, San Luis Obispo, San Jose, Pomona, East Bay, Chico, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, Fresno, Long Beach and Northridge. The PayScale College ROI Report evaluates the cost of atten more PR

Danna Freedman Named Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar (10)

EVANSTON, Illinois, May 8 -- Northwestern University issued the following news: Danna Freedman, a chemist in Northwestern University's Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences, is among 13 honorees nationwide selected to receive a 2018 Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Award. The Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation awards the research grant annually to young faculty in the chemical sciences who have created an independent body of outstanding scholarship and demonstrated a commitment to education. The unrestricted $75,000 award will support Freed more PR

David Longanecker Appointed Interim President of WICHE (10)

MISSOULA, Montana, May 8 -- The Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education issued the following news release: The commissioners of the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) unanimously appointed Dr. David A. Longanecker interim president of the primary interstate higher education agency serving 16 states and territories, encompassing a Western U.S. population of 80 million, at its biannual governing meeting Tuesday in Missoula. Longanecker will succeed Joseph A. Garcia, who is leaving WICHE to become president of more PR

De Blasio Administration and Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez Announce Inwood as the Next Location for NYCx Co-Labs Technology Program (10)

NEW YORK, May 10 -- The New York City Economic Development Corp. issued the following news release: The New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), the Mayor's Office of the Chief Technology Officer (MOCTO), and Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez today announced the next site for NYCx Co-Labs programming will be located in the neighborhood of Inwood, located in Northern Manhattan. Led by the MOCTO, NYCx Co-Labs combines technology piloting and education in high-need, high-opportunity neighborhoods by connecting local residents, gove more PR

De Blasio Administration Annouces Paid Safe Leave Law Now in Effect (10)

NEW YORK, May 7 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: Mayor de Blasio and Department of Consumer Affairs Commissioner Lorelei Salas today announced that the Paid Sick and Safe Leave Law is now in effect. The law allows employees to use their paid leave if they or a family member have been the victim of any act or threat of domestic violence, unwanted sexual contact, stalking, or human trafficking in order to plan their next steps and focus on safety without fear of penalty. New York City is the first city in the more PR

Dean College Holds 152nd Commencement (10)

FRANKLIN, Massachusetts, May 5 -- Dean College issued the following news release: Dean College held its 152nd Commencement Exercises on Saturday, May 5, 2018. Close to 350 students received their degrees. Dean College held its 152nd Commencement exercises on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at the Dean College campus in Franklin, MA. Close to 350 students received their degrees, with many family and friends in attendance. Continuing with tradition, the 2018 Commencement ceremony was held outside along Awpie Way, considered by many as the most beautiful more PR

Dean of the School of Education to Step Down, Return to Faculty (10)

NEW PALTZ, New York, May 11 --The State University of New York-New Paltz issued the following news release: Michael S. Rosenberg, dean of the School of Education, has announced his plans to end his service as dean and to return to the faculty as professor of special education in the Department of Teaching and Learning, effective at the end of the 2018-19 academic year. SUNY New Paltz will initiate a nationwide search during the 2018-19 academic year to have a new dean in place by summer 2019. "Serving as dean of the School of Education has b more PR

Delaware Chief Deputy Attorney General Issues Opinion of Correspondence Regarding Delaware Department of Education (10)

DOVER, Delaware, May 7 -- Delaware Attorney General Matthew Denn issued the following opinion (No. 18-IB24): TO: Atnre Alleyne Atnre.Alleyne@delawarecan.org RE: FOIA Correspondence Regarding the Delaware Department of Education Dear Mr. Alleyne: I write in response to your correspondence alleging that the Delaware Department of Education ("DOE") violated the public records provisions of Delaware's Freedom of Information Act, 29 Del. C. ** 10001-10007 ("FOIA") in connection with your March 5, 2018 request for records. Specifically, you alle more PR

Delgado Community College and Southern New Hampshire University Sign Transfer Partner Agreement (10)

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, May 8 -- Delgado Community College issued the following news: Delgado Community College and Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) have announced an agreement that provides direct transfer opportunities between the two institutions. Representatives of both institutions met at the Delgado campus on City Park Avenue in New Orleans for a signing ceremony to mark the start of the new educational partnership. Through the partnership, Delgado graduates can fully transition their associate degree in Business Administration more PR

Delmarva Power Employees Assist Numerous Local Nonprofits During National Volunteer Month (10)

NEWARK, Delaware, May 8 -- Delmarva Power issued the following news release: Delmarva Power employees volunteered nearly 1,100 hours at a variety of community service events throughout Delaware and Maryland in celebration of National Volunteer Month in April. Employees supported arts and culture, community development, environmental sustainability, and education initiatives that align with the company's purpose of powering a cleaner and brighter future for customers and communities. "We believe that being a part of our communities is about m more PR

Democrats for Education Reform Endorses Antonio Villaraigosa for California Governor (10)

NEW YORK, May 11 -- Democrats for Education Reform issued the following news release: Democrats for Education Reform, a national political organization that supports elected Democrats and candidates for office who seek to expand policies and practices that work well for America's students and confront those that don't, today announced its endorsement of Antonio Villaraigosa for governor of California. "Antonio is a true education progressive - the only candidate in this race who always puts kids first and who will fight for the change we need more PR

DEP Offers Free Workshop for Educators on Energy Literacy (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 11 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news release: The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will host a Keystone Energy Education Program (KEEP) workshop on May 17 at King's Gap Environmental Education Center for middle school teachers, administrators, and building managers to teach and track energy efficiency in school buildings and homes. This free workshop will provide teachers with tools, tips, and techniques to assist students in understandin more PR

Department of Education Announces Appointment of Damien Kelly as Director of the Newly Created Office of Safe Schools (10)

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 1 -- The Florida Department of Education issued the following news: Today, the Commissioner of Education Pam Stewart announced long-time law enforcement officer Damien Kelly as director of the newly created Office of Safe Schools. Following the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, Governor Rick Scott signed into law the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act. One component of the comprehensive law is the creation of the Office of Safe Schools within the Florida Department of Educati more PR

Department of History Selects 3 Richard H. Thomas Scholars (10)

MOUNT VERNON, Iowa, May 7 -- Cornell College issued the following news release: Three Cornell College students are getting the opportunity to study off campus next year, thanks to an endowment set up by the family of The Rev. Dr. Richard H. Thomas to honor his educational legacy at Cornell as professor emeritus of history, chaplain emeritus, and college historian. Professor Thomas remains an important member of the Hilltop and surrounding community and continues to contribute to important public history initiatives in the area. Dylan Davison more PR

DIAA Announces Athlete Award Winners (10)

DOVER, Delaware, May 11 -- Delaware Department of Education issued the following news: The Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association (DIAA) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the winners of the 2018 DIAA/Harry Roberts - Senior Scholar Athlete awards. The award is named in recognition and memory of Dr. Harry Roberts, former superintendent of the Caesar Rodney School District who served DIAA on several committees, most notably as chair of the DIAA Sportsmanship Committee for many years. "This was a stellar group of student athletes a more PR

Digital Marketer Extraordinaire: Will Skuba (10)

FRONT ROYAL, Virginia, May 10 -- Christendom College issued the following news: Digital marketing has quickly become one of the most important career fields in the 21st century. As social media continues to evolve, businesses are relying on savvy marketing leaders to tell their stories in new ways more than ever. Lucky for businesses, fresh marketing leaders, equipped with the ability to think critically and communicate effectively -- such as 2018 graduate Will Skuba -- are rising through the ranks, ready to help them achieve their goals and i more PR

DMA Releases New 'Ethical Data & Marketing Practices' Certificate (10)

NEW YORK, May 10 -- The Data and Marketing Association issued the following news release: Today, the Data & Marketing Association (DMA) released a new on-demand certificate in 'Ethical Data & Marketing Practices'. The certificate's coursework teaches responsible consumer data use based on the most recent revision to DMA's Guidelines for Ethical Business Practice, released in October 2017. "It is critical that all companies across the data and marketing ecosystem abide by responsible data and marketing practices in order to maintain the trust more PR

Doctoral Student Awarded Counseling Fellowship (10)

HUNTSVILLE, Texas, May 10 -- Sam Houston State University issued the following news: The NBCC Foundation, an affiliate of the National Board for Certified Counselors recently selected Adrian Lira, Sam Houston State University doctoral student in the counselor education program, for the National Board for Certified Counselors Minority Fellowship Program (NBCC MFP). As an NBCC MFP Fellow, Lira will receive $20,000 in funding and training to support his education and facilitate his service to underserved minority populations. The goal of the pro more PR

DOD Seeks Retirement Training Services at Fort Lee, Virginia (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. Defense Commissary Agency has issued a sources sought notice (HDEC05-18-Q-0021) for employee retirement training services at Fort Lee, Virginia. Response Date: May 16, 2018; Set Aside: Small Business; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 611 - Educational Services/611430 - Professional and Management Development Training; For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=faaa8004cfc319fe42357b58bf6e207f&tab=core&_cview=0 more CTR

Dodged Bullet - No Change to Work Related Deductions (10)

MELBOURNE, Australia, May 8 -- The Institute of Public Accountants (formerly the National Institute of Accountants) issued the following news release: Despite claims of Taxpayers over-claiming work related expenses, the government has refrained from making any ad hoc changes to the eligibility rules. "We are pleased that the Government has not taken away the right of individual taxpayers to claim legitimate work related expenses," said IPA chief executive officer, Andrew Conway. "Improving education and guidance materials in response to over more PR

DOE Issues Request for Information on Machine Learning for Geothermal Energy, Geosciences (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy issued a Request for Information on machine learning for geothermal energy and the geosciences. No award amount was specified for this program. The Request for Information was associated with energy. The Request for Information 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 org more ST

DOE Issues Request for Information on Next-Generation Blades for Land-Based Wind Turbines (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The U.S. Department of Energy issued a Request for Information on key challenges associated with the manufacturing and deployment of larger next-generation blades for land-based wind turbines. The Request for Information 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 businesses; eligible agencies of the federal more ST

DOE Issues Request for Information on Steam Based Power Cycles for Coal Boilers R&D (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's National Energy Technology Laboratory issued a Request for Information on research and development activities that could lead to performance improvements in steam based power cycles applicable to coal fueled boilers. No award amount was specified for this program. The Request for Information was associated with energy. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of hig more ST

DOE Issues Request for Information on Upgrading Carbon Derived From Methane Pyrolysis (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy issued a Request for Information on upgrading carbon derived from methane pyrolysis. No award amount was specified for this program. The Request for Information was associated with science and technology and other research and development. The Request for information is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; private, public and state controlled institutions of higher education; Native Ame more ST

DPHHS Announces New Leadership Team to Head Child and Family Services Division (10)

HELENA, Montana, May 8 -- The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services issued the following news release: Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) Director Sheila Hogan announced today that Marti Vining has been hired as the Child and Family Services Division (CFSD) Division Administrator and Nikki Grossberg has been named as the division's Deputy Administrator. "Marti and Nikki are proven leaders with incredible experience working within the child protection system and who during their careers have shown the abili more PR

DPSCD Restores Teacher Pay and Recognizes Years of Experience After Financial Review Committee Approves the Letter of Agreement (10)

DETROIT, Michigan, May 10 -- Detroit Public Schools issued the following news release: Today, Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) Superintendent Nikolai Vitti announced the restoration of teacher pay after the Financial Review Committee (FRC) approved a Letter of Agreement (LOA) made with the District, the Detroit Federation of Teachers (DFT) and the American Federation of Teachers Local Unit 231. The agreement provides a one-time bonus of $1,373.60 for the 2018-2019 school year to more than 2,000 top step teachers - as well as t more PR

Dr. Adams Recognized for Excellence in Teaching (10)

COLUMBUS, Mississippi, May 10 -- Mississippi University for Women issued the following news release: Dr. Sheila Adams, a highly regarded faculty member at Mississippi University for Women, was the recipient of both the Kossen Faculty Excellence Award and the 2018 Faculty Member of the Year Award. Adams is retiring after 46 years of service and dedication to The W. The announcement was made at the university's commencement exercises Saturday. The Kossen Faculty Excellence award, which includes a $5,000 stipend, recognizes the role of faculty more PR

Dr. Danny Jacobs Selected to Become OHSU's Fifth President (10)

PORTLAND, Oregon, May 8 -- Oregon Health and Science University issued the following news release: The OHSU board of directors has unanimously approved the selection of Danny Jacobs, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.C.S., 63, as the next president of OHSU. Jacobs, the executive vice president, provost and dean of the School of Medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch, will succeed Joe Robertson, M.D., M.B.A., effective Aug. 1. "I am humbled and honored to join this excellent team," said Jacobs. "It's clear to me that OHSU is a special place, deepl more PR

Dr. Dennis Welsh Named 2018 Teaching Excellence Award Winner (10)

PERU, Nebraska, May 11 -- Peru State College issued the following news release: Peru State College Professor of Chemistry, Dr. Dennis Welsh, was named the College's 2018 Teaching Excellence Award winner. Welsh was honored during the College's commencement on May 5. Dan Hanson, president of Peru State College, presented the award to Welsh, saying, "Dr. Welsh has a passion for students and for his discipline. He invests time with each student to learn their talents and help them realize their potential." Hanson continues, "One current student more PR

Dr. Joane Moceri, Retiring Dean of University of Portland's School of Nursing, Honored With Endowed Scholarship (10)

PORTLAND, Oregon, May 10 -- The University of Portland issued the following news release: In honor of Dr. Joane Moceri's retirement as the dean of the University of Portland School of Nursing, an endowed scholarship for nursing students has been established in her name. The Dr. Joane Moceri Nursing Scholarship, initiated by Dr. Moceri's family, will help support first generation college students and underrepresented students of color. It is important to Dr. Moceri, who has been the dean of the School of Nursing since 2015, to support nursing more PR

Dr. Michael J. Heindl Named Ninth Northwest President (10)

SENATOBIA, Mississippi, May 7 -- Northwest Mississippi Community College issued the following news: Dr. Michael J. Heindl was selected as the ninth president of Northwest Mississippi Community College by the college's Board of Trustees during a special meeting held April 26 on the Senatobia campus. He will assume office July 1 following the retirement of Dr. Gary Lee Spears, who has served as president since 2005. Heindl, 44, currently serves as executive vice president of Administration and Finance at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College more PR

Dr. Scott Gilbert Is Honored by Massachusetts Medical Society for Outstanding Contributions to Medical Education (10)

WALTHAM, Massachusetts, May 7 -- The Massachusetts Medical Society issued the following news release: Dr. Scott Gilbert, a professor at Tufts University School of Medicine and fellowship director for Tufts Medical Center's Division of Nephrology, has been honored by the Massachusetts Medical Society as the 2018 recipient of the Grant V. Rodkey Award, an honor recognizing a Massachusetts physician for outstanding contributions to medical education and medical students. Gilbert was nominated by a host of medical students, all of whom praised th more PR

Drone Company Soars Out of BHSU-Rapid City MBA Program (10)

SPEARFISH, South Dakota, May 7 -- Black Hills State University issued the following news: At Black Hills State University-Rapid City, two students turned an economics discussion into an emergent drone services company. Trevor Plett, Black Hills State University MBA alumni, and John Herrera, BHSU MBA student who graduated May 5, come from drastically different academic backgrounds--banking and medicine--but met through the MBA in Applied Management program at BHSU-RC. Plett and Herrera recently founded Rushmore Drones in April 2017. Founded j more PR

Duncan's CAREER Project Aims to Ease People's Discomfort Around Drones (10)

LINCOLN, Nebraska, May 10 -- The University of Nebraska's Lincoln campus issued the following news release: Every day, drone sightings are becoming more common -- buzzing around the local park or hovering above the kids' soccer game. But many people are apprehensive around drones, citing privacy and safety concerns. University of Nebraska-Lincoln computer scientist Brittany Duncan wants to ease people's discomfort by enabling drones to communicate with the humans around them. Communication could also make drones valuable coworkers in numerous more PR

Duquesne University, Radnor Property Group & Harrison Street Real Estate Capital Announce Student Housing Partnership (10)

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, May 9 -- Duquesne University issued the following news release: A new strategic partnership between Duquesne University, Radnor Property Group (Radnor) and Harrison Street Real Estate Capital (Harrison Street) will provide an enhanced, high-quality living experience for Duquesne students living in Brottier Hall, an apartment-style campus residence hall. The University announced today that it has finalized Radnor and Harrison Street's acquisition of the building, which includes an agreement to modernize and renovate t more PR

Early Childhood Education Program Earnsaccreditation Considered to Be 'Gold Standard' (10)

MONROE, Michigan, May 10 -- Monroe County Community College issued the following news release: Monroe County Community College's associate of applied science in early childhood education program has earned accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children, Felice Moorman, assistant professor and ECE program coordinator at MCCC, has announced. Accreditation by NAYEC is considered the gold standard for early childhood programs across the country. NAYEC is the foremost professional association for the early childh more PR

East Kapolei Middle School Breaks Ground for Its First Phase (10)

HONOLULU, Hawaii, May 10 -- The Hawaii Department of Education issued the following news release: The Hawaii State Department of Education (HIDOE) broke ground today for the first phase of its new East Kapolei Middle School located on Maunakapu Street across from The Salvation Army Kroc Center Hawaii. The groundbreaking ceremony began as students from Ho'okele Elementary sang the national anthem and Hawaii Pono'i, followed by a presentation of colors by Kapolei High School's JROTC. "East Kapolei Middle School will be a great addition to our more PR

Economic Mobility in Developing Countries Has Stalled for the Last 30 Years: WBG Report (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The World Bank issued the following news release: Generations of poor people in developing countries are trapped in a cycle of poverty determined by their circumstance at birth and unable to ascend the economic ladder due to inequality of opportunity, says the World Bank Group's 'Fair Progress? Economic Mobility across Generations Around the World' report, released today. Mobility has stalled for the last 30 years, says the report, which tracks economic mobility between parents and their children through the prism of edu more PR

ECOT Inflated Time Claimed for Students, Failed to Document Time Spent Learning, Audit Finds (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 10 -- Ohio State Auditor Dave Yost issued the following news release: The Electronic Classroom of Tomorrow (ECOT) inflated the amount of time it claimed its students were engaged in learning by failing to deduct the time students were inactive online, according to an audit released today by Ohio Auditor Dave Yost. State auditors also found ECOT provided no documentation to show its students were engaged in learning during the time it claimed for payment. Despite receiving information showing only when a student was logged more PR

Eden Hall Campus Wins Best of Green Schools Award (10)

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, May 8 -- Chatham University issued the following news: Chatham University's Eden Hall Campus and K-12 Program received a 2018 Best of Green Schools Award from the Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), in collaboration with the Green Schools National Network (GSNN). Chatham was honored in the Higher Education category, which recognizes higher education institutions or faculty members who have made a significant contribution to the K-12 green schools movement through partnership, research more PR

Education Department Employee Honored With Pennsylvania Governor's Award for Excellence (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 9 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news: Education Secretary Pedro A. Rivera announced that Linda Gagliardo, an employee in the Education Department's Division of Veterans Military Education, was presented with the Governor's Award for Excellence at a ceremony today in Harrisburg. Gagliardo is among 47 employees from 10 agencies to be recognized by Governor Tom Wolf for accomplishments in 2017. Recipients of the Governor's Award for Excellence are commonwealth employees who are rec more PR

Education Department Recognizes 73 Administrators for Completing the Inaugural, First-of-Its-Kind Superintendent's Academy (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 8 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news: Today, Education Secretary Pedro A. Rivera applauded the 73 superintendents and charter school directors from across the commonwealth who completed the inaugural Pennsylvania Superintendent's Academy. "While we work to drive additional resources and promote broad educational initiatives at the state level, nothing can replace strong leadership in our commonwealth's districts and classrooms," Governor Tom Wolf said. "The administrators comple more PR

Education Major Will Never 'Lego' of This Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity (10)

AKRON, Ohio, May 11 -- The University of Akron issued the following news release: Even though we all get older, many of us are still children at heart. We reminisce on those experiences of running through the house, playing with cars or dolls, and building with Lego bricks, yet we know that these are things from which we can never earn a living. Or, can we? In a whirlwind competition that began in April, Maxx Davidson, a fourth-year life science education major at UA, was named the first Master Builder for the new Legoland Discovery Center, w more PR

Education Minnesota Endorses Dan Feehan for U.S. House (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 10 -- Education Minnesota issued the following news release: Education Minnesota has endorsed Dan Feehan's campaign for the U.S. House of Representatives from the Minnesota 1st Congressional District, which includes the southern third of the state. "Crushing education debt is one of the biggest reasons teachers leave the profession and Dan Feehan has committed to fighting predatory lenders and lowering the cost of college," said Denise Specht, president of Education Minnesota. "The educators of Education Minnesota are more PR

Education Minnesota Endorses Tina Smith for U.S. Senate (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 10 -- Education Minnesota issued the following news release: Education Minnesota has endorsed Sen. Tina Smith's campaign for re-election to the U.S. Senate. "Education Minnesota is proud to endorse Tina Smith's campaign for Senate," said Denise Specht, president of Education Minnesota. "The senator is committed to protecting the rights of all workers to join unions, expanding economic justice and making smart federal investments to close the opportunity gaps, including in early learning and after-school programs." Sm more PR

Education Partnership Agreement Fosters STEM Collaboration (10)

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Massachusetts, May 7 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news: By Jessica Casserly Public Affairs A recently signed Education Partnership Agreement between Hanscom and the Minuteman Regional Vocational Technical School District clears the way for new science, technology, engineering and math-based educational collaboration opportunities. The three-year agreement enables the Air Force Life Cycle Management programs at Hanscom and Minuteman to work together on STEM-focused education, research and workforce devel more PR

Education Secretary Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Day, Highlights Wolf Administration's Commitment to Students, Workforce Development (10)

LEBANON, Pennsylvania, May 8 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news: Today, Education Secretary Pedro A. Rivera made a Schools That Teach tour stop at Lebanon High School, where he met with administrators, teachers and students to celebrate the role teachers play in the shaping Pennsylvania's future. During the visit, Rivera also spoke about several of the Wolf Administration's education initiatives including PAsmart, expanding school breakfast service, and its efforts to aid displaced students from Puerto Rico more PR

Education Secretary Highlights Importance of Public Library for STEM Education (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 8 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news: At the annual conference of the Pennsylvania School Librarians Association (PSLA) on May 4, Education Secretary Pedro A. Rivera thanked attendees for their dedication to students, outlined the role Pennsylvania's public and school libraries play in preparing students for careers in the STEM fields, and explained how those contributions align to the Wolf Administration's PAsmart initiative, which would advance STEM and computer science educati more PR

Educators Can Learn About Bookshare Program in May, September 2018 (10)

CONCORD, New Hampshire, May 7 -- The New Hampshire Department of Education issued the following news release: The New Hampshire Department of Education, Bureau of Special Education is sponsoring "How Bookshare Can Help Your Students with Reading Barriers," an in-depth professional development workshop presented by Christine Jones from Bookshare. There are four workshop dates: * Wednesday, May 16, 2018, 8 to 11:30 a.m., Tobey Building on South Fruit Street in Concord, Conference Room * Wednesday, May 16, 2018, noon to 3:30 p.m., Tobey Buildi more PR

Educators for Excellence-Chicago Applauds the Illinois House of Representatives' Passage of HR795 and HJR115, Prioritizing School Climate and Culture Statewide (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 10 -- Educators for Excellence issued the following news release: Educators for Excellence-Chicago (E4E-Chicago), a teacher-led organization, today applauded the Illinois House of Representatives' passage of HR795 and HJR115. HR795 is a bipartisan House resolution urging Illinois to make school climate and culture a statewide priority, which is based on the research and recommendations created by E4E-Chicago educators. HJR115 is a joint resolution, originating from the House and urging the U.S. Department of Education to more PR

Educators for Excellence-Connecticut Celebrates House Passage of Minority Teacher Recruitment and Retention Act (10)

NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, May 7 -- Educators for Excellence issued the following news release: Educators for Excellence-Connecticut (E4E-Connecticut), a teacher-led organization, applauded the passage of the Minority Teacher Recruitment and Retention Act (link is external) in the Connecticut House of Representatives, a bill that would help the state recruit and retain a more diverse teacher workforce. The bill passed the Senate on Thursday, May 3 and will now be sent to Governor Dannel P. Malloy's desk. "The underserved children of Connecticut more PR

Educators From Around the Globe Will Meet in Chicago to Accelerate Innovation in Learning (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The International Society for Technology in Education issued the following news release: Taking the stage in Chicago this summer to keynote at the International Society for Technology in Education's (ISTE) Conference and Expo, June 24-27, are five brilliant speakers who will inspire educators with their thinking on brain science, STEM, creative instigation and leadership. And in keeping with the innovative spirit of ISTE, the conference will feature hundreds of experiential learning opportunities, including a new student more PR

EFSC Service-Learning Program Marks 30th Anniversary (10)

COCOA, Florida, May 8 -- Eastern Florida State College issued the following news release: It is better to give than to receive. That important lesson is among the guiding principles of Eastern Florida State College's Center for Service-Learning and Civic Engagement, which allows students to volunteer in the community and receive college credit for their work. It can be a life-changing experience for those involved. Students get real world experience and learn to help others in many ways, and the community gets new hands and hearts to addre more PR

Eight Students and Alumni Receive Fulbright Awards (10)

TWIN CITIES, Minnesota, May 7 -- The University of Minnesota issued the following news release: Eight seniors and recent graduates of the University of Minnesota have been offered grants to study and teach abroad during the 2018-19 academic year by the Fulbright U.S. Student Program and another has been designated as an alternate. The Fulbright Program was created and funded by Congress in 1946 to promote international good will through the exchange of students and scholars in all areas of education, culture and science. The program awards app more PR

Elizabeth Arteaga Appointed Associate Dean of Business and Career Technical Education at Santiago Canyon College (10)

SANTA ANA, California, May 8 -- Rancho Santiago Community College District issued the following news release: Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) has named Elizabeth Arteaga, MBA, as the new associate dean of business and career technical education at Santiago Canyon College (SCC). Arteaga will be responsible for all aspects of divisional instructional programs, including apprenticeship programs, career education and economic and workforce development. She will additionally be responsible for the hiring and training of departmen more PR

Elon Commencement 2018 Information (10)

ELON, North Carolina, May 8 -- Elon University issued the following news release: Members of the Class of 2018, their families and friends can turn to Elon University's Commencement 2018 website for the latest information about this year's graduation and the events leading up to this big day for the senior class. The website -- www.elon.edu/commencement -- has been updated throughout the academic year and includes a Pocket Guide detailing Commencement events, a schedule of activities during Commencement week, details about what to do in the more PR

Elon Senior Earns $15,000 Public Service Award to Support Nonprofit Work (10)

ELON, North Carolina, May 8 -- Elon University issued the following news release: Surya Shahi '18, whose nonprofit Sapura Dream Foundation is laying the groundwork for a new school in his native Nepal, has received the competitive and prestigious Samuel Huntington Public Service Award. One of only three nationally to be honored with the Huntington Award this year, Shahi will receive a $15,000 stipend to support the work of the nonprofit he created while at Elon. Sapura Dream Foundation seeks to increase access to quality education for studen more PR

Elon University Makes Significant Progress Implementing Multifaith Strategic Plan (10)

ELON, North Carolina, May 8 -- Elon University issued the following news release: The plan, approved in 2015, lays out a pathway for the development of multifaith education and engagement at Elon based on mutual respect and understanding. A new interim report details advances Elon University has made in the implementation of a multifaith strategic plan approved in 2015 and designed to promote mutual respect and understanding across religious faiths. When it was approved three years ago, the five-year multifaith initiative laid out objectives more PR

Empowerment and Career Fair Day at the Nia Center on May 10 (10)

LOUISVILLE, Kentucky, May 7 -- The city of Louisville issued the following news: Louisvillians hoping to find a fresh start, help with finances or a new career direction will find a wealth of opportunities at the "Be Empowered at the Nia" event on Thursday, May 10. The event is being held at the Nia Center, 2900 W. Broadway, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Resources and activities include free credit reports and one-on-one credit counseling, a career fair, workshops focusing on work readiness and small business resources, adult education services and G more PR

EPA Announces 2018 Asthma Management Award Winners (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: As part of Asthma Awareness Month, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is recognizing two outstanding programs with the National Environmental Leadership Award in Asthma Management: The Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital Pediatric Asthma and Allergy Clinic (PAAC) and the Community Asthma Prevention Program (CAPP) at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. EPA applauds the work of these institutions to help their communities identify a more PR

EQT Manifests Commitment to Asia - Closes Dedicated Mid-Market Asia Fund (10)

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, May 9 -- EQT, an investment firm, issued the following news release: EQT today announces the successful closing of the EQT Mid Market Asia III fund with total commitments of USD 800 million. The fund is backed by a global blue-chip investor base, including pension funds, insurance companies and fund-of-funds. The commitments are globally distributed with approximately 48% from the Nordics, 31% from rest of Europe, 19% from Asia, 1% from North America and 1% from the rest of the world. EQT Mid Market Asia III seeks to make c more PR

Erika Hackman to Become NCIA President This Summer (10)

MIDDLETOWN, New York, May 9 -- The State University of New York's Orange County campus issued the following news release: Erika Hackman, vice president of academic affairs at SUNY Orange, will begin a two-year term as president of the National Council of Instructional Administrators, the American Association of Community Colleges' official affiliate council for academic administrators, effective at the organization's June 2018 retreat. Presently the NCIA Board's vice president, Hackman will be leading an organization that supports the princip more PR

ESA District Day - Productive Results for Attendees (10)

IRVING, Texas, May 7 -- The Electronic Security Association issued the following news release: ESA members who participated in District Day activities during the week of May 2, 2018 found the visits to congressional offices to be very productive as they engaged with their elected officials and staffs on the most important issues to the electronic security industry. Initial post meeting survey results and reports indicate that 100% of ESA members found the meetings productive with 85% rating the meetings "very productive." Similarly, 100% of th more PR

ESCWA Launches Report on 'Inequality, Autonomy and Change in the Arab Region' (10)

BEIRUT, Lebanon, May 11 -- The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia issued the following news release: The second edition of the ESCWA Social Development Report on "inequality, autonomy and change in the Arab world" was launched yesterday at the United Nations Regional Commission in Beirut, Lebanon. The study examines how inequality and limited personal autonomy are likely to affect the prevailing 'political settlement' in the Arab region, and calls for improving public services, providing access to good jobs, aligni more PR

Espanola Woman Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Trafficking Charges (10)

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, May 7 -- The U.S. Attorney for the District of New Mexico issued the following news release: Goldyne Duran, 27, of Espanola, N.M., pled guilty today in federal court in Albuquerque, N.M., to heroin and methamphetamine trafficking charges under a plea agreement with the U.S. Attorney's Office. The FBI and HIDTA Region III Narcotics Task Force arrested Duran in Aug. 2017, on a criminal complaint alleging that she possessed heroin, methamphetamine and cocaine with intent to distribute on July 11, 2017, in Rio Arriba Coun more PR

Esther R. Sawyer Research Award Recipients Announced At IIA International Conference in Dubai (10)

LAKE MARY, Florida, May 8 -- The Institute of Internal Auditors issued the following news release: The Internal Audit Foundation's 2018 Esther R. Sawyer Research Award recipients were announced today at The Institute of Internal Auditors' (IIA) 2018 International Conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The annual recognition is granted to individuals currently enrolled as of Sept. 1, 2017, in an undergraduate or graduate-level program in internal auditing at an Internal Auditing Education Partnership (IAEP) university. The first-place reci more PR

Eurovision Song Contest: Jessica Mauboy Will Also Be Singing for the Indigenous Communities in Australia (10)

GOTTINGEN, Germany, May 8 -- The Society for Threatened Peoples issued the following news release: The Aboriginal Australian superstar Jessica Mauboy will be taking part in the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) in Lisbon. In this context, the Society for Threatened Peoples (STP) would like to draw attention to the misery of the Aboriginal inhabitants on the fifth continent. "Glitz and glamor and Australia's most famous singer-songwriter can't cover up the fact that the vast majority of the roughly 700,000 Aboriginal Australians are living in very more PR

Excellence in Teaching Adds Up for Math Educator (10)

FULLERTON, California, May 11 -- California State University issued the following news release: Cherie Ichinose's students praise her passion for mathematics, her ability to explain difficult concepts clearly and her mentorship outside of the classroom to help them learn and teach math. Ichinose's colleagues are equally complimentary, citing the mathematics educator as a leader and student-centered educator who is committed to student learning -- whether it's a student taking college algebra to meet general education requirements, or an advan more PR

Executive Order to Pull Feds Out of K-12 Education a Good Start (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The Libertarian Party issued the following news release: In late April, President Donald Trump signed the "Education Federalism Executive Order," which directs Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos to conduct a 300-day review of whether to rescind regulations and guidance documents that mandate top-down K-12 education policies and limit educational options at the state, local, and family levels. This could arguably include the majority of federal education policy. Government involvement in education at the national level da more PR

Experienced and Innovative Leader Named Vice President for Finance and Administration (10)

ITHACA, New York, May 10 -- Ithaca College issued the following news release: Ithaca College has named William Guerrero, an experienced and innovative leader with a record of achievement directing and improving financial performance in higher education and independent schools, as vice president for finance and administration. He will assume his new position on July 16. Guerrero spent the majority of his career at the State University of New York (SUNY) College at Purchase, where from 1999 to 2013 he served as executive director of the Purchas more PR

ExxonMobil Matches Employee Donations With $165,015 Gift (10)

RUSTON, Louisiana, May 11 -- Louisiana Tech University issued the following news: Thursday, ExxonMobil donated more than $165,015 to Louisiana Tech University as part of ExxonMobil's Educational Matching Gift Program. ExxonMobil's Jenny Johnson, a 1998 Chemical Engineering graduate from Louisiana Tech's College of Engineering and Science, presented the check to Louisiana Tech President Les Guice and College of Engineering and Science Dean Hisham Hegab. "Louisiana Tech University creates an unparalleled educational experience for our students more PR

Faculty Awarded for Excellence in Teaching, Research Mentorship (10)

LYNCHBURG, Virginia, May 9 -- Liberty University issued the following news release: Several Liberty University faculty members were recognized during the end-of-the year Provost's Convocation on Wednesday for their impact this academic year. 2018 President's Awards for Excellence in Teaching These awards are presented to faculty who are committed to exceptional teaching in either the residential or online classrooms. Several areas are considered, including the integration of faith into learning, use of instructional technology, innovation, s more PR

Faculty Members Honored With Top Teaching & Research Awards (10)

NEW YORK, May 11 -- Barnard College issued the following news: Barnard College presented the faculty with awards to honor their commitment to exceptional teaching and research. Excellence in Teaching Award The commendation for Excellence in Teaching Award recognizes a faculty member who has made a difference in the teaching climate of the College. This year features two awardees. * Jennifer Mansfield, Associate Professor of Biology * Joan Snitzer, Senior Lecturer in Art History, Co-Chair & Director of Visual Arts Jennifer Mansfield, Assoc more PR

Family & Children's Association Awarded Generous Grant by Newsday Charities (10)

MINEOLA, New York, May 8 -- Family and Children's Association issued the following news release: Long Island nonprofit Family & Children's Association (FCA) has received a $48,000 grant through the Newsday Charities, a McCormick Foundation fund. For the second consecutive year, all proceeds from the grant will support FCA's Learning Center program, located in Hempstead, New York. The after-school center was launched in 2016 to serve at-risk vulnerable adolescents who have run away or who are homeless, living in foster care, or experiencing so more PR

Fashion Merchandising Executive, Educator-Scientist and Financial Industry Leader Are This Year's Queens College Annual Gala Honorees (10)

FLUSHING, New York, May 10 -- The City University of New York's Queens College issued the following news release: The Queens College Gala is an annual event begun in 1990 to honor alumni whose professional success and dedication to philanthropy and public service embody the college's motto, "Discimus ut serviamus: We learn so that we may serve." This year's event celebrated leaders in fashion merchandising, science education, and the financial industry on Wednesday evening, May 9, at Guastavino's in Manhattan. The gala coincided with the compl more PR

FCC Commissioner Clyburn Issues Remarks on Retirement (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following remarks by Commissioner Mignon L. Clyburn on retirment: Good evening. To my dear friend Cheryl Leanza: I am incredibly grateful for that warm introduction, for your work with the many hosts that made this evening possible, and for more than eight years of friendship and support. And to all of you, thank you all for joining me in this magnificent place of worship. I am moved by this room, not just because of its physical beauty, but because of what it represents. more PR

FCC Issues Public Notice to Transform 2.5 GHz Band for NextGen 5G Connectivity (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following Public notice (WT Docket Nos. 03-66, 18-120): In the Matter of Amendment of Parts 1, 21, 73, 74 and 101 of the Commission's Rules to Facilitate the Provision of Fixed and Mobile Broadband Access, Educational and Other Advanced Services in the 2150-2162 and 2500-2690 MHz Bands WT Docket No. 03-66 (Terminated) Transforming the 2.5GHz Band WT Docket No. 18-120 NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULEMAKING Adopted: May 10, 2018 Released: May 10, 2018 Comment Date: [30 days aft more PR

Federal Budget Delivers Good News for Schools (10)

QUEENSLAND, Australia, May 8 -- Independent Schools Queensland issued the following news release: Independent Schools Queensland (ISQ) has welcomed the Australian Government's four-year funding pledge for the National School Chaplaincy Programme in the 2018-19 Federal Budget. ISQ Executive Director David Robertson said the $247 million four-year continuation of the program would enable many independent schools to maintain this important service for students. "The renewed focus of the program on supporting students and schools to address bull more PR

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Georgia (May 12) (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Georgia. *** MILITARY $4.11 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Calculex ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Georgia, May 11 -- Calculex Inc., Las Cruces, New Mexico, won a federal contract valued at up to $4,110,195 from the U.S. Air Force Materiel Command for communication, detection and coherent radiation equipment. Agency contact: David B. Smith, 478/926-6773, david.smith6@robins.af.mil. CLASS58; NAICS334112. *** MILITARY $1.58 Million Federal Contr more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Mississippi (May 9) (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Mississippi. *** MILITARY $151,998 Federal Contract Awarded to Birmingham Industrial Construction KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Mississippi, May 8 -- Birmingham Industrial Construction LLC, Alabaster, Alabama, won a $151,998 federal contract set aside for service-disable veteran-owned small business from the U.S. Air Education and Training Command for the removal and replacement of water main and asphalt at Hercules street. Agency contacts: Marcos M more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Texas (May 11) (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Texas. *** MILITARY $124,879 Federal Contract Awarded to Immedia JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, May 12 -- Immedia Inc., Lantana, Florida, won a $124,879 federal contract from the U.S. Air Education and Training Command for audio-visual upgrades. Agency contacts: Wanda L. Smith, 210/671-1758, wanda.smith.4@us.af.mil; or Cathy E. Garcia, 210/671-4151, cathy.garcia@us.af.mil. CLASS58; NAICS334310. *** MILITARY $38,761 Federal Contract more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Texas (May 12) (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Texas. *** MILITARY $48,300 Federal Contract Awarded to Black Plumbing GOODFELLOW AIR FORCE BASE, Texas, May 12 -- Black Plumbing Co. Inc., Abilene, Texas, won a $48,300 federal contract set aside for small business from the U.S. Air Education and Training Command for the installation of pipes in the drain line of Bldg. 222. Agency contacts: Jason W. Burton, jason.burton.5@us.af.mil; or Micheal Scott, 325/654-4547, micheal.scott.1@us.af.mil. more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Virginia (May 11) (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Virginia. *** MILITARY $49.5 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Futron ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 9 -- Futron Inc., Woodbridge, Virginia, was awarded a share of a $49.5 million federal contract by the U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity for the replacement of interactive flat panels and outfitting. DODBT *** MILITARY $49.5 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Visual Systems Group ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 9 -- Visual Systems Group more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Virginia (May 12) (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Virginia. *** MILITARY $11.68 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Alpha Marine Services NORFOLK, Virginia, May 10 -- Alpha Marine Services LLC, Galliano, Louisiana, was awarded an $11,678,540 federal contract by the U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command for the operation and maintenance of the U.S. flagged Maritime Support Vessel M/V Kellie Chouest in support of the U.S. Naval Special Warfare Command. DODBT *** MILITARY $1.46 Million Federal more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Alabama (May 9) (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Alabama. *** MILITARY $164.69 Million Task Order Awarded to Parsons Government Service WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Parsons Government Services Inc., Huntsville, Alabama, was awarded a $164,693,682 task order by the Defense Intelligence Agency for support services for the Missile and Space Intelligence Center in Huntsville, Alabama. DODBT *** MILITARY $151,998 Federal Contract Awarded to Birmingham Industrial more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in California (May 11) (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in California. *** MILITARY $49.5 Million Federal Contract Awarded to EcoTech Imaging ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 9 -- Dev Holdings dba EcoTech Imaging, San Diego, California, was awarded a share of a $49.5 million federal contract by the U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity for the replacement of interactive flat panels and outfitting. DODBT *** MILITARY $49.5 Million Federal Contract Awarded to more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Florida (May 11) (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Florida. *** MILITARY $189,320 Federal Contract Awarded to Marine Equipment & Engineering RICHMOND, Virginia, May 12 -- Marine Equipment & Engineering Solutions LLC, Bradenton, Florida, won a $189,320 federal contract from the Defense Logistics Agency for wire rope assemblies. Agency contact: Christine Retarides, christine.retarides@dla.mil. *** MILITARY $149,000 Federal Contract Awarded to Northrop more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Maryland (May 12) (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Maryland. *** MILITARY $93 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Johns Hopkins University LOS ANGELES AIR FORCE BASE, California, May 10 -- Johns Hopkins University's Applied Physics Laboratory, Laurel, Maryland, was awarded a $93 million federal contract by the U.S. Air Force's Space and Missile Systems Center for space systems engineering services. The place of performance will be in Laurel, Maryland. D more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in North Carolina (May 12) (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in North Carolina. *** MILITARY $472,512 Federal Contract Awarded to Triumph Actuation Systems RICHMOND, Virginia, May 10 -- Triumph Actuation Systems LLC, Clemmons, North Carolina, won a $472,512 federal contract from the Defense Logistics Agency for hydraulic parts kits. Agency contact: Theresa Richardson, 804/279-2612, theresa.richardson@dla.mil. *** MILITARY $105,235 Federal Contract Awarded to Fen more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Oregon (May 11) (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Oregon. *** MILITARY $25 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Pacific Star Communications ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 9 -- Pacific Star Communications Inc., Portland, Oregon, was awarded a share of a $25 million federal contract by the U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity for information technology network outfitting. DODBT *** $4.72 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Tucker Sno-Cat CAMP LEJEU more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Texas (May 12) (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Texas. *** MILITARY $37.37 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Raytheon HASCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Massachusetts, May 10 -- Raytheon Co., Richardson, Texas, was awarded a $37,366,000 federal contract by the U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center for sustainment services for the Cross Domain Enterprise All Source User Repository systems. The lace of performance will be in Richardson, Texas; Fort Gordon, more ST

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Virginia (May 11) (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Virginia. *** MILITARY $550.84 Million Federal Contract Awarded to DLT Solutions SAN DIEGO, California, May 9 -- DLT Solutions Inc., Herndon, Virginia, was awarded a share of a federal contract valued at up to $550.84 million by the U.S. Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center for McAfee hardware, software and services for the Department of Defense, U.S. intelligence community and U.S. Coast Guard. DODBT more ST

Final AVP for Global Engagement Candidate to Visit UW Monday (10)

LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 11 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: The final candidate for the position of associate vice provost for global engagement at the University of Wyoming is scheduled to give a public presentation at UW Monday. The candidates are Susan Bender, senior director of global affairs at the University of California-Irvine, and Tony Ogden, executive director of education abroad and exchanges at Michigan State University. Bender's public presentation is Monday, May 14, at 10 a.m. in Room 133 of the Cla more PR

First Lady Chirlane McCray Launches New Citywide Ad Campaign for LGBTQ Youth (10)

NEW YORK, May 9 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: First Lady Chirlane McCray announced today the launch of "We Are LGBTQ Youth," a sweeping new ad campaign aimed at increasing the visibility of LGBTQ young people and connecting them to LGBTQ-affirming services available across the City, from health and safety supports to education and legal rights. The campaign is part of the NYC Unity Project, a citywide effort to make New York City the most welcoming city in the nation for LGBTQ youth. "We Are LGBTQ Youth" more PR

First National Bank of Omaha Expands Its Role for State Farm(R) College Savings Plan (10)

BLOOMINGTON, Illinois, May 8 -- State Farm Companies, an auto, home and individual life insurance provider, issued the following news release: Nebraska State Treasurer Don Stenberg today announced First National Bank of Omaha, the program manager for The State Farm College Savings Plan (the "Plan"), will expand its responsibilities to become distributor and servicing agent for the Plan. Stenberg is Trustee of the Nebraska Educational Savings Trust (NEST). The changes will take effect August 6, 2018. Authorized State Farm registered representa more PR

First-generation U-M Grad Turned Children's Advocate: 'You Can Do It' (10)

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, May 9 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news release: For the kids who move often and change schools, the kids from families who have yet to receive a first college degree, the ones who don't see themselves as college material, University of Michigan alumna Tonya Allen has a message: She was like you. She did it. You can too. As president and CEO of the Skillman Foundation, a Detroit-based nonprofit whose goal is to building opportunities for children, Allen is a long way from a childhood of moving nine t more PR

First-of-Its-Kind App Centralizes Campus Arts' Event Calendars (10)

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 9 -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following news release: A new mobile application now allows the University community to explore upcoming art and musical performances on the University Park campus, thanks to a collaboration between the Penn State Performing Arts Council (PAC) and a recent graduate from the College of Information Sciences and Technology. The free application, which is available for both iOS and Android devices, provides a single platform for arts-related student organizations, th more PR

Fish and Wildlife Reclassifies Cactus as Threatened Species (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reclassified Echinocereus fendleri var. kuenzleri, located in southwestern U.S, from endangered to threatened on the Federal List of Endangered and Threatened Plants under the authority of the Endangered Species Act. Excerpts of the notice state: This determination is based on a thorough review of the best available scientific and commercial information, which indicates that the threats to this plant have been reduced to the point that it no longer meets the definition of endangered un more ST

Five Win American Educational Research Association Awards (10)

CHESTNUT HILL, Massachusetts, May 10 -- Boston College issued the following news: Lynch School of Education faculty members Henry Braun and David Miele, along with alumni Kristen Renn and Sofia Chaparro, received awards for excellence at the American Educational Research Association annual meeting in New York City. The foursome joins Cawthorne Professor Marilyn Cochran-Smith, who was previously acknowledged as the recipient of the Division K Legacy Award. AERA is the largest and most prominent interdisciplinary research association devoted t more PR

Flagler College Now Offers Digital Skills Certification Program (10)

ST. AUGUSTINE, Florida, May 7 -- Flagler College issued the following news: Individuals interested in mastering the technologies needed for today's job market now have the means to do it with Flagler College's new certification program in Digital Marketing Science. The eight-week, non-credit bearing online program will launch for the first time on June 4 and is a collaboration between Flagler and GreenFig MicroEducation, a Silicon Valley startup. "The rapid pace of technology has changed the game in marketing, advertising and customer engage more PR

Fleming College, Saskatchewan Polytechnic Partnership Expands Construction and Transportation Online Offerings for Ontario Students (10)

PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, May 10 -- Fleming College issued the following news release: Fleming College and Saskatchewan Polytechnic have entered into a new partnership to offer online programs and courses throughout Ontario. The institutions recently signed a five-year agreement to enable shared delivery of the Parts Management Technician certificate, Warehouse Worker certificate, Leadership Skills certificate, and Blue Seal training for the trades. "Saskatchewan Polytechnic is recognized worldwide for high quality, innovative training for indu more PR

Florida Chamber of Commerce Endorses Adam Putnam for Florida's Next Governor (10)

ORLANDO, Florida, May 3 -- The Florida Chamber of Commerce issued the following news: The Florida Chamber of Commerce today endorsed Adam Putnam for Governor. The announcement was made during a press conference in Orlando joined by business leaders from across Florida, including Will Weatherford, Weatherford Capital; Tracy Duda Chapman of A. Duda & Sons Inc.; and Florida Chamber President and CEO Mark Wilson. The past eight years have been among the most prosperous in Florida's history. With more than 1.5 million jobs created since 2010, an e more PR

Florida Department of Health Honors Registered School Nurses (10)

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 9 -- The Florida Department of Health issued the following news release: By commemorating May 9, 2018, as Florida's School Nurse Day, the Florida Department of Health is honoring more than 1,177 registered professional school nurses serving Florida's 2,801,978 million students. "This special day is an opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the efforts and accomplishments of Florida's registered professional school nurses," said State Surgeon General and Secretary Dr. Celeste Philip. "We know that healthy students a more PR

Focusing on Boys: Early Impacts of Wise Guys in Davenport, Iowa (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families' Office of Planning, Research and Evaluation issued the following report on Early Impacts of Wise Guys in Davenport, Iowa: Introduction This report presents evidence on the early impacts of the Wise Guys Male Responsibility Curriculum in middle schools in and near the city of Davenport, Iowa. In recent years, researchers and policymakers have increasingly recognized and prioritized the need to support young men in achieving positive more PR

Former FCC Head Urges RIT Graduates to Humanize Technology-Driven Changes (10)

ROCHESTER, New York, May 11 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: As new technology evolves, the challenge for graduating students is to figure out how it can benefit humanity. That was the message Thomas Wheeler, former director of the Federal Communications Commission, shared with graduates at Rochester Institute of Technology's 133rd annual commencement in the Gordon Field House today. He was one of several people who spoke, including the president of Student Government and RIT President David Munson, who more PR

Former Rep. Barney Frank, Urban Education Leader Geoffrey Canada to Speak at 50th Commencement (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 9 -- The University of Massachusetts's Boston campus issued the following news release: Former U.S. Congressman Barney Frank and urban education advocate Geoffrey Canada, founder of the Harlem Children's Zone, will deliver the principal addresses at UMass Boston's 50th Commencement Ceremonies May 24 and 25. UMass Boston will award degrees to 3,972 graduates this year at two ceremonies: The university will host a graduate commencement on May 24 at the Blue Hills Bank Pavilion, and an undergraduate commencement on May more PR

Former Superintendent, Fern Desjardins to Serve on Maine State Board of Education (10)

AUGUSTA, Maine, May 9 -- The Maine Department of Education issued the following news release: The Maine Department of Education (DOE) has announced that Dr. Fern Desjardins of Aroostook County will serve on the Maine State Board of Education. Desjardins was sworn into office at the Department of the Secretary of State in Augusta on May 1, 2018. She is a life-long resident of St. Agatha, and will serve as a representative of Congressional District 2 on the State Board. Desjardins is a former Superintendent of Schools in MSAD #33 and has spent more PR

Former UW-Marinette Employee to Give 2018 Commencement Address (10)

MARINETTE, Wisconsin, May 9 -- The University of Wisconsin's Marinette campus issued the following news release: The University of Wisconsin-Marinette will hold its annual commencement ceremony on Friday, May 18 at 7 p.m. in the campus' Herbert L. Williams Theatre. More than 50 students earned two-year degrees from UW-Marinette during the 2017-18 academic year, many of whom will be participating in the ceremony. Three international students also will be receiving completion certificates from Youth For Understanding, a non-profit educational or more PR

Former VA Employee Charged With Threatening an Army Chaplain (10)

BUFFALO, New York, May 10 -- The U.S. Attorney for the Western District of New York, James P. Kennedy Jr., issued the following news release: U.S. Attorney James P. Kennedy, Jr. announced today that Morgan Fallon, 37, of Buffalo, NY, was arrested and charged by criminal complaint with transmitting in interstate commerce a threat to injure the person of another. The charge carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $250,000 fine. Assistant U.S. Attorney Paul E. Bonanno, who is handling the case, stated that according to the compla more PR

Founders of African American Student Union (AASU) at Harvard Business School Awarded W.E.B. Du Bois Medals (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 10 -- Harvard University's Business School issued the following news release: Four founding members of the African American Student Union (AASU) at Harvard Business School (HBS)--Clifford Darden (MBA 1969, DBA 1982), Lillian Lincoln Lambert (MBA 1969), Theodore Lewis (MBA 1969), and Leroy Willis (MBA 1969)--were recently awarded the W.E.B. Du Bois Medal, Harvard University's highest honor in the field of African and African American studies, during a special conference at the School, AASU50. Attendees included severa more PR

Four Education Program Students Receive Awards at State Capitol (10)

DENVER, Colorado, May 8 -- The University of Colorado issued the following news release: Four students who are enrolled in CU Denver School of Education & Human Development programs were selected for the Colorado Department of Higher Education's 2018 Future Educator Honor Roll Ceremony. The honorees were celebrated during Teacher Appreciation Week at a ceremony in the West Foyer of the Colorado State Capitol on May 2. Awardees and CU major/programs included: University of Colorado Denver * Vany Miramontes Marquez, BA in Education and Human more PR

Four FSC Graduates Receive Fulbright Awards (10)

LAKELAND, Florida, May 8 -- Florida Southern College issued the following news: Continuing the tradition of scholastic achievement at Florida Southern College, three of this year's graduating seniors have been named 2018 recipients of Fulbright Awards. Kylie Torres of Clearwater received an English Teaching Assistant Award, and Elise Barnes of Marietta, Ga., and Leyna Stemle of Wesley Chapel received Study/Research Awards. In addition, Natalie Aleman, who graduated from FSC in 2016, received an English Teaching Assistant Award. These talented more PR

Four Wolters Kluwer Legal & Regulatory Solutions Named as Finalists in SIIA CODiE Awards (10)

NEW YORK, May 8 -- Wolters Kluwer Health issued the following news release: Wolters Kluwer Legal & Regulatory announced today that four of its solutions have been named as 2018 SIIA CODiE Awards finalists across legal, legal education and compliance. Finalists for the prestigious award represent the best products, technologies and services in software, information and business technology. Wolters Kluwer Legal & Regulatory is a global leading provider of expert information solutions, software and services in the areas of law, business and regul more PR

Franklin Hosts 158th Commencement Ceremony (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 11 -- Franklin University issued the following news release: Franklin University, one of the leading educators of working adults, will hold its 158th Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 18, 2018 at 7 p.m., during which the University's newest degree candidates will receive their diplomas. This commencement ceremony will take place at The Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 N. High St. in downtown Columbus. Commencement has always been a time of celebration. For Franklin University, the event marks a tremendous sense o more PR

From Football to Rocket Science: Meet the Young People Changing the World in 2018 (10)

GENEVA, Switzerland, May 9 -- The World Economic Forum issued the following news release: One hundred of the world's most promising artists, business leaders, public servants, social entrepreneurs and technologists under the age of 40 have been invited to join the World Economic Forum's community of Young Global Leaders. The aim is to enable them to shape an inclusive and sustainable future for the world. They will join a community and a five-year programme that will challenge them to think beyond their scope of expertise and make a stronger more PR

Frye: Preparing Students for the Workforce (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, May 11 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Indiana State Rep. Randy Frye, (R-Greensburg): Graduation season is upon us, and it is time to celebrate our local high school seniors who are finishing up their final classes. Students will now be facing important decisions regarding their next steps. Helpful tools like the Next Level Jobs initiative, Workforce Ready Grants, and Secondary Career and Technical Education are available to help guide those looking to gain more skills and more PR

Funding Available for Career Transition for Intramural Postdoctoral Fellows, Research Trainees (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a discretionary grant for a career transition program for intramural postdoctoral fellows and research trainees. 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. The funding is open to public and state controlled institutions of higher education. The agency description of the grant stat more ST

Funding Available for Career Transition Program for Intramural Postdoctoral Fellows (10)

Funding Available for Drug Abuse, Addiction Research (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a discretionary grant for an international research collaboration on drug abuse and addiction research. This funding opportunity uses the research project grant mechanism. No award amount was specified for this program. The agency said the grant was associated with a) education and b) health. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; independent school districts; more ST

Funding Available for Maternal Nutrition, Pre-Pregnancy Obesity Research (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health announced that it expects to award a discretionary grant for research on maternal nutrition and pre-pregnancy obesity's effects on mothers, infants and children. 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. The funding is open to state, county, city, township and special district governments; indepe more ST

Funeral Arrangements Set for State Superintendent Brian Whiston (10)

LANSING, Michigan, May 9 -- Brian Whiston, superintendent of the Michigan Department of Education, issued the following news release: Funeral arrangements have been set for the late-State Superintendent Brian J. Whiston, who passed away Monday following a battle with cancer. Visitation The family will receive friends Wednesday, May 9, from 2 to 8 p.m. and Thursday, May 10, from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Riverside Chapel, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, 5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford; and at the church on Friday, May 10, from noon until time of Fune more PR

Future Doctor Plans to Use Language Skills to Help People Get Better Access to Healthcare (10)

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, May 10 -- The University of Arkansas's Little Rock campus issued the following news: As a Spanish interpreter at the 12th Street Health and Wellness Center in Little Rock, Rebecca Parker Moreira sees the challenges medical professionals and patients face when they cannot communicate with each other. "In the medical field, there are very few bilingual doctors," Moreira said. "I think it is very important to build a rapport with patients by speaking their native language. It's a big barrier for healthcare providers to no more PR

Future Teachers Create Science, Social Studies Activities for Children (10)

PLATTEVILLE, Wisconsin, May 8 -- The University of Wisconsin-Platteville issued the following news: Twenty-four students from the School of Education at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville recently created and led a variety of integrated science and social studies activities for local fourth-grade students during a field trip to the Mining and Rollo Jamison Museums in Platteville. The purpose of the collaborative project was to provide future teachers with an opportunity to create hands-on, integrated science and social studies activities more PR

Gardner-Webb University Announces New School of Education Dean (10)

BOILING SPRINGS, North Carolina, May 9 -- Gardner-Webb University issued the following news release: Officials at Gardner-Webb University are thrilled to announce that Dr. Prince Bull has been appointed as the new dean of the GWU School of Education beginning July 1. Bull replaces Dr. Doug Eury, who retired from the post last summer. Assistant Professor of Education Dr. Bruce Boyles has served as interim dean since last August. "It is an honor and a privilege to serve as the dean of the School of Education to build upon the legacy of Gardner- more PR

Gates Millennium Scholars Program Providing Opportunity at Ohio State (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 10 -- Ohio State University issued the following news release: Over the past 20 years, Bill and Melinda Gates have invested more than $1.6 billion to provide access and affordability in higher education through the Gates Millennium Scholars Program. The program, and the benefactors behind it, were featured this week on "60 Minutes." The newsmagazine profiled the namesake leaders of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation about the program's success in providing educational opportunity for underserved communities. "What's prov more PR

GBTA Unveils India Conference Lineup for 2018 (10)

GURGAON, Haryana, May 11 -- The Global Business Travel Association issued the following news release: The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of the global business travel industry, unveiled its lineup of flagship education and networking events in India for the year ahead: * GBTA Conference 2018 Bengaluru - 15 June * GBTA Conference 2018 New Delhi - 14 September * GBTA Conference 2018 Mumbai - 12 October The forums will discuss and share best practices across the business travel lifecycle through a mix of panel discussion more PR

GCSA Applauds Gov. Deal for Signing Bill to Improve Funding for Charter Schools (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 7 -- Georgia Charter Schools Association issued the following news release: The Georgia Charter Schools Association is grateful to Gov. Nathan Deal for signing House Bill 787 and his continued commitment to public education. The signing comes during National Charter Schools Week and the twentieth anniversary of Georgia's first start-up charter school law. This crucial bill will provide an estimated $17 million in additional funding for state-authorized charter schools by increasing the state supplement they currently rece more PR

Gender & Society Journal Issues Five Research Articles in June 2018 Edition (10)

LONDON, England, May 7 -- Gender and Society, a peer-reviewed academic journal from Sage Publications, published five research articles on the following topics in its June 2018 edition: "Are You Willing to Die for This Work?" Public Targeted Online Harassment in Higher Education: SWS Presidential Address. Author: Abby L. Ferber Toward Exclusion through Inclusion: Engendering Reputation with Gender-Inclusive Facilities at Colleges and Universities in the United States, 2001-2013. Author: Alexander K. Davis Redoing Gender, Redoing Religion. Au more PR

Gender Equality and Female Empowerment (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following fact sheet: Gender equality is defined in USAID's Gender Equality and Female Empowerment Policy as a state "in which both men and women have equal opportunity to benefit from and contribute to economic, social, cultural and political development; enjoy socially valued resources and rewards; and realize their human rights." The U.S. Agency for International Development Regional Development Mission for Asia (USAID/RDMA) is committed to collaborating with par more PR

Gene Bottoms, Leader of School Improvement, Retires From SREB (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 2 -- The Southern Regional Education Board issued the following news release: After a 61-year career of making school work for students, Gene Bottoms has retired from his role leading school improvement programs for the Southern Regional Education Board. And after a two-year transition period, Dale Winkler now takes on those responsibilities as SREB vice president for school improvement. "Gene Bottoms is a giant in the world of improving education for all students," said SREB President Dave Spence. "What he has built wi more PR

Genes in Space Students to Speak With NASA Astronauts on Space Station (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- NASA issued the following news release: Students from Houston area schools who participated in the Genes in Space challenge, will talk to astronauts on the International Space Station during an events hosted by Boeing and Space Center Houston, the official visitor center of NASA's Johnson Space Center. The event is part of NASA's Year of Education on Station. NASA astronauts Drew Feustel and Scott Tingle will answer questions from schools that were finalists and winning schools of the Genes in Space challenge. The partici more PR

Georgia Department of Education Issues Remarks on Teacher Appreciation Week (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 8 -- The Georgia Department of Education issued the following statement by Superintendent Richard Woods on Teacher Appreciation Week: "It's Teacher Appreciation Week, and in Georgia, we're celebrating Teacher Appreciation Month! See below for a special letter from State School Superintendent Richard Woods to teachers. To "shout from the rooftops" about a teacher who changed your life, use #ThankATeacherGA, and look out for special posts from GaDOE all month. "I will never forget the teachers who changed my life. "I car more PR

Georgia Expands Opportunities for Students to Access Schools That Best Meet Their Needs (10)

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 7 -- The Foundation for Excellence in Education issued the following news release: Today Gov. Nathan Deal signed two bills that will help thousands of students find the best path to success in schools, careers and in life. House Bill 217 expands Georgia's successful tax credit scholarship program so thousands more students can participate. The program currently serves nearly 14,000 students. House Bill 787 creates more funding parity among public schools with an estimated $18.6 million increase in funding for tens o more PR

Georgia Southern College of Education Professor Receives National Award (10)

STATESBORO, Georgia, May 7 -- Georgia Southern University issued the following news release: Georgia Southern University College of Education (COE) Professor Ming Fang He, Ph.D., recently received the Mary Anne Raywid Award from the Society of Professors of Education (SPE) during the American Educational Research Association (AERA) annual conference in New York City. "Professor Ming Fang He's publications, teaching and research have provided theoretical and practical acknowledgment of the contributions of women in education and a basis for bu more PR

Georgia Southern Health and Physical Education Major Wins National Award (10)

STATESBORO, Georgia, May 8 -- Georgia Southern University issued the following news release: Georgia Southern University health and physical education major Carson Hollingsworth recently received the Major of the Year Award at the 2018 Society of Health and Physical Educators' national convention and expo in Nashville, Tennessee. "Carson has become a leader in the field of health and physical education in a short time as an undergraduate student," said Gavin Colquitt, Ed.D., associate professor of health and physical education at Georgia Sout more PR

Georgia Southern Professor Invited By Former Nigerian President to Serve in Africa Progress Group (10)

STATESBORO, Georgia, May 8 -- Georgia Southern University issued the following news release: At the invitation of former Nigerian president General Olusegun Obasanjo, Georgia Southern University College of Education (COE) Professor and Goizueta Distinguished Chair of Education Alejandro Gallard, Ph.D., will serve on the new, six-member Africa Progress Group (APG) to advocate for equitable and sustainable development for Africa. APG was created to continue the work of Africa Progress Panel (APP), a similar alliance led by former Secretary-Gene more PR

Gerald I. Shulman, MD, PhD, Receives American Diabetes Association's 2018 Banting Medal for Scientific Achievement (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 3 -- The American Diabetes Association issued the following news release: Gerald I. Shulman, MD, PhD, is the recipient of the American Diabetes Association's(R) (ADA's) 2018 Banting Medal for Scientific Achievement, the ADA's highest honor. The Banting Medal recognizes significant, long-term contributions to the understanding, treatment or prevention of diabetes. Dr. Shulman will be recognized with this honor during the ADA's 78th Scientific Sessions, June 22-26, 2018, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, more PR

GIA Research Scientists to Offer Advanced Synthetic Diamond Seminar (10)

CARLSBAD, California, May 1 -- The Gemological Institute of America issued the following news release: Building on more than 80 years of industry-leading gemological education programs and more than 60 years of scientific research into natural, treated and synthetic diamonds, GIA will offer a new synthetic diamond seminar at GIA locations around the world beginning in Hong Kong on June 19, just before the Hong Kong Gem Show. This one-day program, taught by GIA research scientists and experienced classroom instructors, will combine lectures wit more PR

GIA Supports AGS With $50,000 Education Grant (10)

CARLSBAD, California, April 30 -- The Gemological Institute of America issued the following news release: The American Gem Society (AGS) will receive a $50,000 grant from GIA to fund awards for GIA education for AGS members, bringing GIA's financial support for AGS to nearly $150,000 for 2018. Announcing the grant at the Robert M. Shipley Award(R) luncheon during the recent AGS Conclave in Nashville, Tennessee, GIA President and CEO Susan Jacques said, "We are thrilled to be able to support AGS with this education grant. Education and certifi more PR

GLSEN to Honor Rosario Dawson at the 2018 GLSEN Respect Awards - New York (10)

NEW YORK, May 9 -- 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 Rosario Dawson with the Inspiration Award during the 2018 GLSEN Respect Awards - New York. "It is a thrill to honor Rosario, who has been an amazing ally to GLSEN and all of the students we serve. She is a wonderful example of someone engaged with all of the pressing issues of our time who also knows how to amplify the voice more PR

Go Forth and Prosper: Croft Alumni Take on the World (10)

OXFORD, Mississippi, May 8 -- The University of Mississippi issued the following news release: On a Saturday afternoon in May 2001, the first five graduates of the Croft Institute for International Studies at the University of Mississippi received their diplomas. The group included the program's very first graduate, Lauren Michelle Gent, a Gulfport native who had completed her degree in May 2000. The ceremony was short. The graduates and guests gathered in the Joseph C. Bancroft Conference Room in the newly renovated Croft building. There wer more PR

Goddard College Launches First Graduate-Level Concentration in Embodiment Studies (10)

PLAINFIELD, Vermont, May 10 -- Goddard College issued the following news release: Goddard College, a pioneer in progressive and innovative education, has launched a master's-level concentration in Embodiment Studies. This concentration honors the intelligence of the body and its capacity for insight and liberation with respect to lived bodies, social bodies, and the living earth. "This new concentration supports work in a variety of fields, ranging from health services and performance arts to anthropology, linguistics, and computer sciences. more PR

Good Outcomes for Science in Budget 2018 (10)

CANBERRA, Australia, May 8 -- The Australian Academy of Science issued the following news release: The 2018 Federal Budget contains good news for Australian scientists and research institutions with welcome investments in critical national research infrastructure and medical research. The budget also includes new initiatives to support women in STEM, an Australian space agency and funding to conserve and protect the Great Barrier Reef. "This is a good budget for science," said Professor Andrew Holmes, President of the Australian Academy of S more PR

Goodwill Celebrates Mission During Annual Goodwill Industries Week (10)

ROCKVILLE, Maryland, May 8 -- Goodwill Industries International, a 501(c)3 non-profit and a network of 164 community-based, autonomous organizations in the U.S., Canada and 13 other countries, issued the following news release: It's Goodwill Industries Week, a time during which Goodwill organizations celebrate the 116-year-old anniversary of the founding of Goodwill, and the impact of the mission on communities throughout the United States and Canada. This year, the commemoration takes places from May 7 - 13, and it highlights how community co more PR

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

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, May 7 -- Gov. Matt Bevin, R-Kentucky, issued the following news: Gov. Bevin has made the following appointments to Kentucky Boards and Commissions: Norb Ryan has been appointed as a member of the Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities. * Norb Ryan, of Versailles, is a retired state ADA coordinator. He will represent individuals with developmental disabilities and serve for a term expiring July 16, 2019. The Commonwealth Developmental Disabilities Council seeks to create change through visionary leadership more PR

Gov. Dayton Visits Parkview Elementary School, Urges Legislature to Support Emergency School Aid for Minnesota Schools (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 10 -- Gov. Mark Dayton, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: After visiting with students at Parkview Elementary School in Rosemount, Governor Mark Dayton today urged the Minnesota Legislature to support and pass $137.9 million in one-time Emergency School Aid for schools across Minnesota. Governor Dayton's proposal would provide additional, needed state funding for school districts across the state. Right now, at least 26 school districts in the Metropolitan Area and 33 school districts in Greater Minnesota more PR

Gov. Dayton Visits Talahi Community School, Urges Legislature to Support Emergency School Aid for Minnesota Schools (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 11 -- Gov. Mark Dayton, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: After visiting with students at Talahi Community School in St. Cloud, Governor Mark Dayton today urged the Minnesota Legislature to support and pass $137.9 million in one-time Emergency School Aid for schools across Minnesota. Governor Dayton's proposal would provide additional, needed state funding for school districts across the state. Right now, at least 26 school districts in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area and 33 school districts in Greater more PR

Gov. Deal Signs Bills Championed by Rep. Dempsey Into Law (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 9 -- The Georgia House of Representatives issued the following news release: State Representative Katie Dempsey (R-Rome) today announced that Governor Nathan Deal recently signed several key pieces of legislation she sponsored during the 2018 legislative session of the Georgia General Assembly, including House Bills 740, 831, 906, 920 and Senate Bill 427. "I'm thrilled to announce that Gov. Deal has signed many critical bills into law that will greatly benefit our state's citizens, especially Georgia's children and adult more PR

Gov. Deal Signs Rep. Carson's School Choice Bill Into Law (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 8 -- The Georgia House of Representatives issued the following news release: State Representative John Carson (R-Marietta) announced that Governor Nathan Deal signed House Bill 217 on Monday, May 7, 2018. HB 217, which Rep. Carson sponsored during the 2018 legislative session of the Georgia General Assembly, will adjust the cap for the qualified education tax credit for scholarship contributions. "I'm very grateful to my colleagues in the Georgia General Assembly and Gov. Deal for supporting this critical education measu more PR

Gov. Fallin Signs Bill Setting Work Requirements for Medicaid Recipients (10)

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, May 7 -- Gov. Mary Fallin, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news release: Governor Mary Fallin today signed legislation that directs the Oklahoma Health Care Authority to apply to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for a waiver that institutes work requirements for Medicaid. House Bill (HB) 2932 by Representative Glen Mulready and Senator Adam Pugh is a measure requested by the governor. It is part of a suite of bills related to employment, training, and education client engagement for recipients of more PR

Gov. Hogan Signs Major Education Initiatives Into Law (10)

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, May 8 -- Gov. Larry Hogan, R-Maryland, issued the following news release: Governor Larry Hogan was joined today by Senate President Thomas V. "Mike" Miller and Speaker of the House Michael Busch to sign 213 bills into law at a signing ceremony at the Maryland State House in Annapolis. The governor and presiding officers also signed two resolutions and a constitutional amendment. The governor signed legislation (HB 281) implementing the administration's ACCESS Initiative (Achieving Computer Science Collaborations for Emplo more PR

Gov. Hutchinson Announces Winners of All-State Coding Competition (10)

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, May 5 -- The Arkansas Department of Education issued the following news: Gov. Asa Hutchinson announced the winners of the Second Annual Governor's All- State Coding Competition, which was held today at Arkansas State University in Jonesboro. Hunter Fleming, Jonathan Hopkins and Archer Murry from Conway High School placed first and each received a $2,000 scholarship. Benjamin Allen, John Ostermuller and Noah Sherry from Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts placed second and each received a $1,000 scholar more PR

Gov. Malloy Announces Over a Million Dollars in Federal Arts Grants for Connecticut Organizations (10)

HARTFORD, Connecticut, May 9 -- Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: Governor Dannel P. Malloy and the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development's Office of the Arts today announced that the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) has awarded 15 grants to arts organizations in Connecticut totaling over $1 million. "Connecticut is home to a uniquely vibrant and diverse arts community," Governor Malloy said. "Our painters, sculptors, musicians, and craftsman contribute not only to our state's more PR

Gov. Malloy Announces Over a Million Dollars in Federal Arts Grants for Connecticut Organizations (10)

HARTFORD, Connecticut, May 10 -- The Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development issued the following news release: Governor Dannel P. Malloy and the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development's Office of the Arts today announced that the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) has awarded 15 grants to arts organizations in Connecticut totaling over $1 million. "Connecticut is home to a uniquely vibrant and diverse arts community," Governor Malloy said. "Our painters, sculptors, musicians, and craftsman contri more PR

Gov. Malloy Launches Annual Summer Reading Challenge at State Library (10)

HARTFORD, Connecticut, May 8 -- Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: Governor Dannel P. Malloy, State Department of Education Commissioner Dianna R. Wentzell, the State Library's Director of Library Development Dawn LaValle, and school representatives from across the state today launched the 2018 Governor's Summer Reading Challenge at the Connecticut State Library. Governor Malloy also announced the 2018 summer reading challenge theme "Libraries Rock!" and recognized the top-performing schools from the 2017 more PR

Gov. Malloy Signs Law Requiring Holocaust and Genocide Education in Connecticut Schools (10)

HARTFORD, Connecticut, May 10 -- Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that he has signed into law legislation that adds Holocaust and genocide education and awareness to the required courses of study for public schools in Connecticut. While the State Department of Education has made an optional course on these topics available to districts for years, not all schools have chosen to use it. "It is incredibly disturbing that we have seen an uptick in hate crimes and h more PR

Gov. Martinez Announces Record-High Investment in Pre-K (10)

BERNALILLO, New Mexico, May 10 -- Gov. Susana Martinez, R-New Mexico, issued the following news release: Today, Governor Susana Martinez announced a record-high investment of $33.6 million in Pre-K programs across New Mexico - that's five times the amount it was funded when she took office. The Governor also announced that 11 school districts will have Pre-K programs for the first time ever. "It's so important that our youngest students have access to early education- that's why I made it a top priority and continue to invest in programs that more PR

Gov. Murphy Signs Financial Aid Equity Legislation (10)

NEWARK, New Jersey, May 9 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Fulfilling his promise to ensure financial aid equity for DREAMers, Governor Phil Murphy today signed legislation allowing these New Jersey students to apply for state financial aid assistance. New Jersey now becomes the ninth state in the nation to make both tuition and financial aid available to DREAMers. "Tuition equity and equal access to financial aid are moral standards that we as public officials must uphold for all New Jersey students, whet more PR

Gov. Northam Announces Administration Appointments (10)

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 11 -- Gov. Ralph S. Northam, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: Governor Ralph Northam announced additional appointments to his Administration today. Secretariat of Agriculture and Forestry Brad Copenhaver, Deputy Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry Brad Copenhaver has been appointed Deputy Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry. Brad grew up on his family's beef cattle and burley tobacco farm in Washington County. After working on Capitol Hill as a legislative correspondent for Congressman H. Morgan Gri more PR

Gov. Reynolds, Lt. Gov. Gregg Reflect on Opportunity-Focused Legislative Session (10)

DES MOINES, Iowa, May 8 -- Gov. Kim Reynolds, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: Gov. Kim Reynolds and Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg released statements Saturday reflecting on an opportunity-focused 2018 legislative session that achieved every objective outlined by the governor in her Condition of the State address in January. Watch Gov. Reynolds' statement on the 2018 legislative session here.https://www.facebook.com/IAGovernor/videos/2050806895243480/ Statement from Gov. Reynolds: "I laid out a bold vision for Iowa in my Condition of the St more PR

Gov. Scott Issues Statement on Anticipated Revenues for FY 2018 (10)

MONTPELIER, Vermont, May 7 -- Gov. Phil Scott, R-Vermont, issued the following statement: The state's fiscal Emergency Board (also known as the E-Board) is chaired by the Governor, and includes the Chairs of Senate and House Appropriations, Senate Finance and House Ways and Means committees. The E-Board is scheduled to meet Monday to assess anticipated revenues for the end of Fiscal Year 2018 in June. "I'm pleased the E-Board will meet this afternoon in order to come to consensus on expected revenue for the remaining two months of the fiscal more PR

Government of Canada Helps Internationally Trained Health Care Professionals Get Their Credentials and Experience Recognized in Canada (10)

OAKVILLE, Ontario, May 4 -- Canadian Employment and Social Development issued the following news release: Helping internationally trained newcomers join the Canadian workforce faster will help grow the economy and strengthen the middle class. That's why today, John Oliver, Member of Parliament for Oakville, on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour, announced a new project that will help internationally trained health care professionals get their credentials recognized faster. The Gover more PR

Governments of Canada and Ontario Reach Agreement to Give More People the Tools They Need to Find and Keep Good Jobs (10)

SCARBOROUGH, Ontario, May 2 -- Canadian Employment and Social Development issued the following news release: By investing directly in Canada's greatest asset--its resilient, hardworking people--the Governments of Canada and Ontario are helping ensure that the economic growth we create is the kind of growth that works for everyone. Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Canada's Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour, together with the Honourable Mitzie Hunter, Minister of Advanced Education and Skills Development, announced that more PR

Governor Abbott Hosts Commission For Women's Roundtable Discussion (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, May 7 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: Governor Abbott today hosted a roundtable discussion with members of the Governor's Commission for Women, seeking their expertise and ideas on how to best support women entrepreneurs in Texas and expand economic opportunity to meet the Governor's and the First Lady's goal of making Texas the best state for women-owned businesses. "Texas has a long history of strong women who have invested in themselves and others, building successful businesses and growing more PR

Governor Cooper Announces New Appointments to State Boards and Commissions (10)

RALEIGH, North Carolina, May 10 -- Gov. Roy Cooper, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced three new appointments to state boards and commissions. "I'm grateful that these dedicated North Carolinians will share their experience and expertise with our state through public service," Gov. Cooper said. Gov. Cooper has appointed the following individuals to the North Carolina State Ports Authority Board of Directors: * Robert A. Wicker of Greensboro as Chair. Wicker served as the Executive Vice more PR

Governor Cooper Presents Second Budget Offering Common Ground Solutions for NC (10)

RALEIGH, North Carolina, May 10 -- Gov. Roy Cooper, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: Governor Cooper today presented his Common Ground Solutions 2018-2019 recommended budget adjustments. The Governor's plan prioritizes safer and stronger public schools, provides more workforce training for high-paying jobs, and protects the health of families across North Carolina - all without raising taxes. "Our economic recovery has been good for those at the very top, but many families are still struggling to get ahead. My budget makes more PR

Governor Ducey Recognizes Arizona State Employees (10)

PHOENIX, Arizona, May 9 -- Gov. Doug Ducey, R-Arizona, issued the following proclamation: Governor Doug Ducey issued a proclamation recognizing May 9, 2018 as Arizona State Employee Recognition Day to thank state employees for their dedicated service to Arizona citizens. "Today, we thank every state employee for their service to the people of Arizona. Every day these dedicated employees go above and beyond, never stop improving, and work tirelessly to serve their fellow citizens. Their dedication and commitment provides an example to other go more PR

Governor Ivey Announces Alabama ESSA Plan Approved by US Department of Education (10)

MONTGOMERY, Alabama, May 7 -- Gov. Kay Ivey, R-Alabama, issued the following news release: Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced that Alabama's Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) state plan was approved by the U.S. Department of Education. Governor Ivey received a phone call Monday morning from Education Secretary Betsy DeVos informing her of the decision. The Alabama ESSA state plan was submitted to the U.S. Department of Education (USDOE) in October by the Alabama State Board of Education. The framework for the ESSA plan is provided by the U more PR

Governor Ivey Releases SAFE Council Report (10)

MONTGOMERY, Alabama, May 7 -- Gov. Kay Ivey, R-Alabama, issued the following news release: Governor Kay Ivey on Monday released the report of recommendations from the Governor's "Securing Alabama's Facilities of Education" (SAFE) Council. The report focused on improvements in three areas: physical security, threat assessments and mental health, and coordinated training and planning. "I am very pleased with the findings of the SAFE Council and I am already having discussions with agency heads about implementing some of these recommendations im more PR

Governor Larry Hogan Signs Landmark Community College Promise Scholarship Legislation (10)

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, May 8 -- Harford Community College issued the following news release: With a flourish of his pen, Governor Larry Hogan today signed the milestone Near Completers and Maryland Community College Promise Scholarships bill (HB 16), which allocates $15 million per year in need-based tuition aid for eligible community college students. Senate President Thomas V. "Mike" Miller and Speaker of the House Michael Busch joined Governor Hogan to sign the legislation that passed during the final ten minutes of the 2018 Maryland General more PR

Governor Walker Announces Alaska K-12 Broadband Initiative Alaska Partners With Educationsuperhighway to Expand High-Speed Internet for Schools (10)

JUNEAU, Alaska, May 10 -- Gov. Bill Walker, R-Alaska, issued the following news release: Alaska will partner with national non-profit EducationSuperHighway to work on bringing high-speed broadband to schools across Alaska. Reliable access to the internet is a critical component of modern learning, but almost 120 schools in Alaska don't have modern fiber networks. Close to half of Alaska students can't access the internet at levels which meet FCC minimum connectivity goals. For more than a year, the Department of Education and Early Developme more PR

Governor Wolf Announces $2 Million in Business Education Partnership Grants for In-Demand Jobs (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 10 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news: Governor Tom Wolf today continued his commitment to providing students with educational opportunities and experiences in in-demand technical fields by announcing the award of $2 million in Business Education Partnership grants to 18 projects across the commonwealth. "These funds will strengthen the ties between the classroom and the workplace, allowing students to explore potential careers and learn about the job skills needed to succeed in today's w more PR

Governor Wolf Appoints Dr. Janet Haas as Honorary Chairwoman of the Pennsylvania Early Learning Investment Commission (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news: Governor Tom Wolf today appointed Dr. Janet Haas, M.D. as Honorary Chairwoman of the Pennsylvania Early Learning Investment Commission. Dr. Haas is also the chairwoman and a past president of the William Penn Foundation. "As a medical doctor, Janet Haas is dedicated to improving the lives of young children across the commonwealth," said Governor Wolf. "The commission will benefit from her tremendous experience working with business leaders as we work more PR

Governor Wolf's School Breakfast Initiative Discussed at Child Hunger Summit (10)

STATE COLLEGE, Pennsylvania, May 8 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news: On May 4, Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Executive Deputy Secretary Dr. David Volkman met with school administration staff and youth program stakeholders at the 2018 Child Hunger Summit to discuss Governor's School Breakfast Initiative, as well as his commitment to school funding. "One in six children struggle with food insecurity," said Dr. Volkman. "The governor has secured more funding to help kids start their day with a go more PR

Governor's Column: To Classes of 2018 (10)

PIERRE, South Dakota, May 11 -- Gov. Dennis Daugaard, R-South Dakota, issued the following column: Congratulations to the classes of 2018! To all high school, college and technical school students graduating in South Dakota, I commend you for reaching this milestone. After years of studying, taking tests and writing essays, you've finally made it. Congratulations on all you have achieved! Most of you probably already have a good idea of what you'll be doing next - what additional education you'll seek or what career you'll pursue. Whether you more PR

Governor's Office of Crime Control & Prevention Announces Release of New Healthy Teen Dating Guide (10)

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, May 9 -- The Maryland Governor's Office of Crime Control and Prevention issued the following news release: The Governor's Office of Crime Control & Prevention today announced the launch of a new Healthy Teen Dating: A Guide for Educators and Youth Service Providers. The first of its kind for Maryland, this guide provides information on teen dating violence prevention programs to address the needs of youth who are at risk for dating violence. Each year, nearly 1.5 million high school students nationwide experience physical more PR

Graduate Business and Nursing Programs Among Nation's Best (10)

FAIRFIELD, Connecticut, May 9 -- Sacred Heart University issued the following news: Sacred Heart University's part-time master's degree programs in business administration and nursing are among the best in the country, according to U.S.News & World Report, which recently released its rankings for Best Graduate Schools 2019. "To be recognized by a reputable source such as U.S.News is truly an honor," said John Chalykoff, dean of the Jack Welch College of Business. "We're always looking for ways to improve and expand." Toward that end, Chalyko more PR

Graduating Teachers in High Demand, Say Schools Recruiting at Eastern Michigan University's 2018 Teacher Job Fair (10)

YPSILANTI, Michigan, May 9 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news release: Ten years ago, school districts didn't need to attend job fairs to fill positions, according to a representative for Anchor Bay School District in southeast Michigan. But now, it's an excellent time to be a graduating teacher because employers come to you to fill their positions. More than 130 registered schools and school districts from across the country recruited graduating education students at Eastern Michigan University's 2018 Teacher Job Fair, more PR

Grandmother, Young Entrepreneur Among CMC Rifle Graduates (10)

GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colorado, May 7 -- Colorado Mountain College issued the following news release: When Cheryl Barker and Trenten Hagerty stepped up to the podium at this year's Colorado Mountain College graduation ceremonies in Rifle, they saw their futures bright and clear. For Barker, graduation was a milestone moment. The mother of three and grandmother of nine is proof that you are never too old to go to college. Barker, who lives in De Beque, said that she decided that after working all her life, "I needed to go somewhere." That somewhe more PR

Grant Funds to Be Awarded for Hurricane Recovery (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, May 9 -- The Texas Education Agency issued the following document from Associate Commissioner Cory Green: TEA is preparing to issue three federal grants to aid students and schools affected by the 2017 hurricanes. Though TEA is still awaiting final guidelines and requirements for these grants, the funds must be distributed on a very tight timeline. As a result, the application processes for these grants will require quick responses from applicants. Data Collection Required For TEA to award hurricane recovery funds to local edu more PR

Great Basin Institute to Receive $126,609 from Interior (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service announced that it intends to award a $126,609 cooperative agreement to the Great Basin Institute of Reno, Nevada, for a youth research associate program at the Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument in Arizona. The agency description of the grant states: "A staff of one to two research associates will be recruited for ecological and interpretation/digital media projects. The ecology research associate will lead a crew of approximately 2-3 individuals and will c more ST

GSMA We Care Panama: Mobile Operators Join Forces to Address Disaster Response and Gender Equality (10)

PANAMA CITY, Panama, May 10 -- The Groupe Speciale Mobile Association issued the following news release: The Panamanian mobile industry today launched a series of initiatives under the We Care campaign, supported by the GSMA in Latin America, to promote local action in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Mobile operators Claro, Digicel and Telefonica Movistar signed on to the GSMA Humanitarian Connectivity Charter to strengthen response to natural disasters and the operators will also work together to advance gen more PR

Guardian Scholars: Fostering Success in Higher Education -- and Beyond (10)

FULLERTON, California, May 7 -- California State University issued the following news release: Graduating senior Jacob Biloki was placed into foster care at age 11 after dealing with years of abuse and neglect. He became depressed and anxious and spent hours alone in a group home. At 13, he went to live with foster parents, but his life with them wasn't much better. "They told me that I was there because of the money. I didn't want to go back to a group home or juvenile hall, so I kept quiet." As a high school teen, Biloki found the courage more PR

HACC's Spring Commencement Surprises Bring Tears to Graduates and Attendees (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 10 -- Harrisburg Area Community College issued the following news release: The spring 2018 Commencement for the graduates of HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College, was one to remember. The more than 600 students who walked across the Giant Center stage May 10, 2018, to receive their associate degrees, certificates or diplomas, included three students who didn't realize their journey would bring tears to the eyes of fellow graduates and attendees. Student speaker Sherry Bosserman of Red Lion fulfilled a 3 more PR

Hancock Student Wins SkillsUSA State Competition to Advance to Nationals, Hopes to Inspire Women in the Process (10)

SANTA MARIA, California, May 10 -- Allan Hancock College issued the following news release: Lorena Hernandez is on a mission. The Allan Hancock College student wants to inspire women to pursue a career in an industrial setting, a space some feel is reserved for men. Until now, Hernandez has let her machining skills do the talking. The Santa Maria native won a gold medal in the computer numerical controlled (CNC) machining category during the SkillsUSA California Competition last month. Next up for Hernandez is the 2018 SkillsUSA National Champ more PR

Hanks Honored for Community Service (10)

MOBILE, Alabama, May 11 -- University of South Alabama issued the following news release: Dr. Roma Hanks, professor and chair of sociology, anthropology and social work at the University of South Alabama, is the 2018 recipient of the Heart of Gold Volunteer Award for Mobile County presented by the United Way of Southwest Alabama. The award recognized Hanks for her dedication and hard work to improve health and wellness education for seniors and their families, plus her efforts to connect 120 South students to internships that will lead them t more PR

Hannibal-LaGrange University Celebrates 2018 Commencement (10)

HANNIBAL, Missouri, May 8 -- Hannibal-LaGrange University issued the following news release: Beautiful weather reflected the bright spirits of 254 graduates as they walked across the stage in ceremonial regalia to shake the hand of Hannibal-LaGrange University President, Dr. Anthony Allen, and receive their diplomas on Saturday, May 5. The greatest joy I have as president is to see our students discover, develop, and demonstrate God's purpose for their lives," said Dr. Allen. "We want you to know today that no matter where you go or how high more PR

Hardin-Simmons University Prepares for Commencement (10)

ABILENE, Texas, May 10 -- Hardin-Simmons University issued the following news: Texas House Representative, Stan Lambert will give the commencement address at Saturday's graduation ceremonies. Lambert of House District 71, a Republican from Abilene, is serving in his first term in the Texas House of Representatives. He represents Taylor, Nolan, and Jones Counties and sits on the House Energy Resources Committee, Defense and Veterans' Affairs Committee and the Texas Sunset Advisory Commission. Lambert was born and raised in Abilene. He earned more PR

Hartwick 2018 Commencement Events Planned for May 17-19 (10)

ONEONTA, New York, May 7 -- Hartwick College issued the following news: On Saturday, May 19, Hartwick College will celebrate the Class of 2018 during its 87th Commencement exercise. Faculty, staff, family, and friends will gather at 11:30 a.m. on Elmore Field to recognize graduates' accomplishments throughout their time spent at the College. "On behalf of the Hartwick Community, I would like to offer my sincere congratulations to the Class of 2018 and their families," said Commencement Coordinator and Associate Director of Campus Activities P more PR

Helping Manufacturing-Intensive Communities: What Works? (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The Center on Budget & Policy Priorities issued the following news release: This report was commissioned by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities' Full Employment Project. Views expressed within the report do not necessarily reflect the views of the Center. Since 2000, U.S. manufacturing jobs have declined by more than one-third.(2) As a result, communities with above-average shares of manufacturing have typically performed much worse than the average community in the United States. Figure 1 shows the performance o more PR

Hennessey, Quigley Introduce Legislation in House, Mensch in Senate, to Help School Districts Facing Financial Losses (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Pennsylvania State Rep. Tim Hennessey (R-North Coventry), and Rep. Tom Quigley (R-Royersford): State Reps. Tim Hennessey (R-North Coventry) and Tom Quigley (R-Royersford) jointly introduced legislation to help school districts facing sudden and overwhelming losses of property tax revenue, as well as to achieve tax fairness in a more timely fashion. "It has been two years since the adoption of the Fair Funding Formula for basic more PR

Herb Kohl Provides Support for Classrooms and Students (10)

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, May 7 -- The Milwaukee Public Schools have issued the following news release: Today, in honor of National Teacher Appreciation Week and to celebrate the hard work and important contributions of Wisconsin teachers this school year, Herb Kohl Philanthropies funded all Wisconsin project requests (one per teacher) on the education crowdfunding site DonorsChoose.org. 578 projects totaling $425,000 were just flash-funded across the state. This donation was made to thank teachers for making a positive impact on the lives of Wis more PR

Herschel Walker to Co-Chair President's Council on Sport, Fitness, and Nutrition (10)

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, May 7 -- The Sports and Fitness Industry Association issued the following news release: President Trump will nominate football star and physical activity advocate, Herschel Walker, to Co-Chair the President's Council on Sport, Fitness, and Nutrition (PCSFN), along with retired New York Yankee standout, Mariano Rivera, and Olympic volleyball gold medalist, Misty May-Treanor. The Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) applauds the nomination of Mr. Walker, who has served as Honorary Chairman of SFIA's annual Nation more PR

Higher Education Policy Commission Adds Four Members to Chancellor Search Committee (10)

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, May 7 -- The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission issued the following news release: The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission today named four additional members to the search committee for the state's next higher education chancellor. Policy Commission Chairman Michael J. Farrell said the four new members broaden the now 17-member committee to include geographic representatives from the eastern, central and northern regions of West Virginia, including a university president appointee who wil more PR

HITEC Houston Keynote Speakers Announced, Exhibit Hall Sold Out (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, May 8 -- Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals issued the following news release: Two authorities on operating your business in a digital-dependent world have been added to the education program for Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP(R))'s upcoming Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference (HITEC(R)). The opening keynote presenter is Mike Walsh, a 21st century business designer, futurist, global nomad and author. The event's closing keynote is Theresa Payton, a former The White more PR

Hobart and William Smith Colleges: Touching the Future Awards (10)

GENEVA, New York, May 11 -- Hobart and William Smith Colleges issued the following news release: During the 2018 Commencement ceremony, Hobart and William Smith Colleges will honor two teachers with the Touching the Future Award, which recognizes early childhood educators for the significant and enduring role they have played in the lives of graduating seniors. This year two high school English teachers have been selected. Kim Kraner of Avon High School in Avon, Conn., was nominated by her former student Sara Dolan '18, and Ryan Conway of Yo more PR

Hobsons Announces Finalists for 2018 Education Advances Awards (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 7 -- Hobsons issued the following news release: Hobsons is pleased to announce that three K-12 districts and six higher education institutions have been selected as finalists for the 2018 Hobsons Education Advances Awards. The Hobsons Education Advances Awards recognize the innovation that is possible when an institution combines people, process, and technology to make a difference in the lives of students. Hobsons is proud to recognize the accomplishments and celebrate in the successes of our clients, and is eager to more PR

Hofmeister Announces Summit to Focus on Students Experiencing Trauma; Buck, Prater, White Among Slated Speakers (10)

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, May 9 -- The Oklahoma Department of Education issued the following news release: State Superintendent of Public Instruction Joy Hofmeister today announced that the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) will address one of the nation's most prevalent public health problems at an upcoming summit. It Starts Here: Trauma-Informed Instruction will be held at the Cox Convention Center in Oklahoma City on Tuesday, Oct. 2, and feature experts in childhood trauma and healing. In partnership with state agencies, tribal more PR

Honorary Degrees, Commencement Awards Announced (10)

ROCHESTER, New York, May 7 -- The University of Rochester issued the following news release: The University of Rochester will recognize the outstanding contributions of distinguished leaders, educators and humanitarians by bestowing honorary degrees, Eastman Medals, Hutchison Medals, and awards for scholarship and teaching. These awards will be presented at the 168th Commencement ceremonies on May 18, 19, and 20, and at the Simon Business School ceremony on June 10. University Honorary Degrees Frederick Douglass (1818-1895)--Honorary Doctor more PR

Honoring 'League of Extraordinary Educators' is Theme of California Day of the Teacher Wednesday (10)

BURLINGAME, California, May 8 -- The California Teachers Association issued the following news release: With its theme this year of educators using their "superpowers" to provide all students with the quality education they deserve, the 36th annual California Day of the Teacher kicks off Wednesday, May 9, with local events statewide that honor and thank educators. A CTA television ad campaign launching that day focuses on unscripted praise by students for their teachers and how educators inspired them. The celebration's theme this year:"Calif more PR

House Appropriations Subcommittee Sets Hearing Involving American Indian/Alaska Native Public Witnesses (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The House Appropriations subcommittee on Interior, Environment and Related Agencies issued the following hearing information: American Indian/Alaska Native Public Witnesses at 2007 Rayburn House Office Building at 9 a.m. on May 10: Witnesses: Russell Begaye, President, Navajo Nation Carrie L. Billy, President and CEO, American Indian Higher Education Consortium (AIHEC) Edward Manuel, Chairman, Tohono O'odham Nation Stephen Roe Lewis, Governor, Gila River Indian Community Robert Miguel, Chairman, Ak-Chin Indian Commun more PR

House Conducted 10 Committee Hearings on May 9 (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. House of Representatives conducted 10 committee hearings on May 9: *Appropriations: Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies: "American Indian/Alaska Native Public Witnesses". Testimony was heard from public witnesses. Subcommittee on Defense: Budget hearing entitled "Member Day". Testimony was heard from Representatives Johnson of Louisiana and McGovern. Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies: "American Indian/Alaska Native Public Witnesses". Testimony was heard from more PR

House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Click Bond (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development issued the following testimony by Ryan Costella, director of strategic initiatives at Click Bond, at a hearing entitled "Closing the Skills Gap: Private sector solutions for America's workforce": "Good morning, Chairman Guthrie, Ranking Member Davis and members of the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development. Thank you for the opportunity to be here to discuss workforce issues and opportunities to close the sk more PR

House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From CompPharma (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Workforce Protections issued the following testimony by President of CompPharma Joe Paduda at a hearing entitled "The Opioid Epidemic: Implications for the Federal Employees' Compensation Act": "Good morning, Chairman Byrne, Ranking Member Desaulnier and distinguished members of the Subcommittee. "My name is Joe Paduda and I am the president of CompPharma, LLC, a consortium of pharmacy benefit managers in workers' compensation. I have 34 years of experience in medical more PR

House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Congressional Research Service (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Workforce Protections issued the following testimony by Scott Szymendera, analyst at the Congressional Research Service, at a hearing entitled "The Opioid Epidemic: Implications for the Federal Employees' Compensation Act": "Chairman Byrne, Ranking Member Takano, and Members of the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections, my name is Scott Szymendera and I am an analyst at the Congressional Research Service (CRS). Thank you for inviting CRS to testify before the subcommitt more PR

House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Labor Department (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Workforce Protections issued the following testimony by Scott S. Dahl, inspector general of the Department of Labor, at a hearing entitled "The Opioid Epidemic: Implications for the Federal Employees' Compensation Act": "Good morning Chairman Byrne, Ranking Member Takano, and distinguished Members of the Subcommittee. Thank you for the opportunity to testify on the work of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Office of Inspector General (OIG) in the Federal Employees' Com more PR

House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Northern Virginia Community College (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development issued the following testimony by Steve Partridge, vice president of workforce and economic development at Northern Virginia Community College, at a hearing entitled "Closing the Skills Gap: Private sector solutions for America's workforce": "Chairman Guthrie, ranking member Davis and members of the subcommittee, thank you for the opportunity to testify today on addressing our nation's skills gap. "My name is Steve Partridge, more PR

House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Opportunity America (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development issued the following testimony by Opportunity America President Tamar Jacoby at a hearing entitled "Closing the Skills Gap: Private sector solutions for America's workforce": "Chairman Guthrie, Ranking Member Davis, members of the subcommittee, thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today. My name is Tamar Jacoby, and I'm president of Opportunity America. Opportunity America is a Washington think tank and policy sho more PR

House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Workers Compensation Research Institute (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Workforce Protections issued the following testimony by Ramona P. Tanabe, executive vice president and counsel at Workers Compensation Research Institute, at a hearing entitled "The Opioid Epidemic: Implications for the Federal Employees' Compensation Act": "The Workers Compensation Research Institute (WCRI) is a not for profit public policy research organization located in Cambridge MA. WCRI was established in 1983 and has member support of all stakeholders in the work more PR

House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Wyoming Machine (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development issued the following testimony by Traci Tapani, co-president and owner of Wyoming Machine, at a hearing entitled "Closing the Skills Gap: Private sector solutions for America's workforce": "Chairman Guthrie, Ranking Member Davis, and distinguished members of the subcommittee, thank you for convening today's hearing on Closing the Skills Gap: Private sector solutions for America's workforce. "My name is Traci Tapani and I am th more PR

House Energy & Commerce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From AmerisourceBergen (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The House Energy and Commerce subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations issued the following statement by Steven H. Collis, chairman, president and CEO of AmerisourceBergen, at a hearing entitled "Combating the Opioid Epidemic: Examining Concerns About Distribution and Diversion": "I am Steven H. Collis, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of AmerisourceBergen Corporation ("AmerisourceBergen" or "the Company"). I thank the Committee for the opportunity to express my concern, and the Company's concern, about more PR

House Energy & Commerce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Cardinal Health (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The House Energy and Commerce subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations issued the following statement by George Barrett, CEO and chairman of Cardinal Health, at a hearing entitled "Combating the Opioid Epidemic: Examining Concerns About Distribution and Diversion": "Chairman Harper, Ranking Member DeGette, and Members of the Subcommittee, Chairman Walden, Ranking Member Pallone, and other Members of the full Committee: thank you for the opportunity to be here for today's hearing on "Combating the Opioid Epidemic: Exami more PR

House Energy & Commerce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Edison Electric Institute (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The House Energy and Commerce subcommittee on Environment issued the following testimony by Geisha Williams, CEO and president of Pacific Gas and Electric, testified on behalf of the Edison Electric Institute, at a hearing entitled "Sharing the Road: Policy Implications of Electric and Conventional Vehicles in the Years Ahead": "Chairman Shimkus, Ranking Member Tonko, and Members of the Subcommittee, thank you for inviting me today. My name is Geisha Williams, and I am the Chief Executive Officer and President of Pacific G more PR

House Judiciary Committee Issues Testimony From DEA Acting Administrator (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The House Judiciary Committee issued the following testimony by Robert W. Patterson, acting administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration, at a hearing entitled "Challenges and Solutions in the Opioid Abuse Crisis": "Chairman Goodlatte, Ranking Member Nadler, and Members of the Committee: on behalf of the approximately 9,000 employees of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), thank you for the opportunity to discuss the threat posed by the opioid epidemic. The misuse of controlled prescription drugs (CPDs) is in more PR

House Schedules 10 Committee Hearings for May 9 (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The U.S. House of Representatives scheduled 10 committee hearings for May 9: *Appropriations: Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies: "American Indian/Alaska Native Public Witnesses". Subcommittee on Defense: Budget hearing entitled "Member Day". Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies" "American Indian/Alaska Native Public Witnesses". Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies: Markup on the FY 2019 Agriculture, Rural more PR

House Small Business Committee Issues Testimony From AutonomyWorks (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The House Small Business Committee issued the following testimony by AutonomyWorks Founder and CEO David Friedman at a hearing entitled "Ready, Willing, and Able to Work: How Small Businesses Empower People with Developmental Disabilities": "Chairman Chabot, Ranking Member Velazquez and members of the Committee on Small Business, thank you for inviting me to this hearing and providing the opportunity to tell my story about "How Small Businesses Empower People with Developmental Disabilities." "I am David Friedman. I have more PR

House Small Business Committee Issues Testimony From John's Crazy Socks (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The House Small Business Committee issued the following testimony by John Cronin, co-founder and chief happiness officer of John's Crazy Socks, at a hearing entitled "Ready, Willing, and Able to Work: How Small Businesses Empower People with Developmental Disabilities": "Good morning, Chairman Chabot, Ranking Member Velazquez and Members of the Small Business Committee. My name is John Cronin, and I am the co-founder and Chief Happiness Officer of John's Crazy Socks, based in Melville, New York. Thank you for inviting me t more PR

House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Consortium for Ocean Leadership (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation issued the following testimony by Rear Adm. Jonathan White, president and CEO of the Consortium for Ocean Leadership, at a hearing entitled "Blue Technologies: Use of New Maritime Technologies to Improve Efficiency and Mission Performance": "On behalf of the Consortium for Ocean Leadership (COL), I appreciate the opportunity to discuss marine technologies (blue tech) with subcommittee members today. COL represents the nation more PR

House Workforce Subcommittee Sets Hearing on Closing Workforce Skills Gap (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development issued the following hearing information: Closing the Skills Gap: Private sector solutions for America's workforce at 2175 Rayburn House Office Building at 10 a.m. on May 9: Witnesses: Witness List * Steven Partridge, Vice President of Workforce and Economic Development, Northern Virginia Community College, Springfield, Virginia * Tamar Jacoby, President and CEO, Opportunity America, Washington, DC * Traci Tapani, President more PR

How Penn Left Its Red-and-Blue Legacy on the Lives of These Alumni (10)

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 10 -- The University of Pennsylvania issued the following news: Few bonds in life are as enduring as the one between a student and their university. The relationship seeds from the moment the acceptance letter comes in the mail; it sprouts when the first branded hoodie slides over a student's head during that first week of classes; and then, of course, it comes into full blossom when the pupil hits his or her stride in academics, dives into extracurricular activities, and establishes rapport with classmates. more PR

Howes to Become New Washington Middle School Principal (10)

DUBUQUE, Iowa, May 10 -- Dubuque Community Schools issued the following news release: The Dubuque Community School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Howes as the new principal of Washington Middle School for the 2018-2019 school year, pending approval by the Board of Education at its May meeting. Howes will replace Mark Burns, who was recently named director of secondary education for the district. As principal of Washington, Howes will be responsible for the strategic and day-to-day operations of the school, which serv more PR

HPU President Dr. Bill Ellis Retires, Will Become Chancellor (10)

BROWNWOOD, Texas, May 10 -- Howard Payne University issued the following news: Dr. Bill Ellis has announced his retirement as president of Howard Payne University. The move will become effective on May 31, at which time he will become the institution's chancellor. The announcement was made the week after the close of HPU's spring 2018 semester. "I am honored to have served as president of this treasured institution," said Dr. Ellis. "I look forward to seeing what great things God has in store for HPU in the years ahead." Dr. Ellis, the 19th more PR

Hubbard Attends American Association of Community Colleges Summit (10)

DRYDEN, New York, May 10 -- Tompkins Cortland Community College issued the following news release: Director of Corporate and Community Partnerships Martha Hubbard recently was selected to attend the American Association of Community Colleges "Exploring Beyond the Booth" Summit in Cleveland, Ohio. The conference, held at Lincoln Electric's Welding Technology and Training Center, showcased the $30 million dollar investment Lincoln has made in a state of the art training facility. It also highlighted another way that education and industry can be more PR

HUD Issues Statement at Council of Large Public Housing Authorities (10)

WASHINGTON, May 4 -- The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development issued the following speech by Secretary Ben Carson at the Council of Large Public Housing Authorities: "Thank you, Steven [Steven Norman President, CLPHA] for the kind introduction. And let me recognize the Foundations - Kresge, Robert Wood Johnston, MacArthur and Bill & Melinda Gates -- involved in making this summit possible and for the fine work they are doing. "And I want to thank you for your support of Hunter Kurtz, the President's nominee to be Assistant Secreta more PR

Hudson Valley Community College Early Childhood Program Receives National Accreditation (10)

TROY, New York, May 1 -- Hudson Valley Community College issued the following news release: Hudson Valley Community College's associate in applied science degree in Early Childhood recently received reaccreditation by the National Association for Education of Young Children (NAEYC). The seven-year designation confirms the program meets the highest standards of professionalism and teaching. NAEYC sets the national standards for higher education programs for early childhood teacher preparation from the associate degree to graduate-level program more PR

Idaho National Laboratory Awards STEM Grants to Idaho Schools (10)

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho, May 10 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Idaho National Laboratory issued the following news release: Five east Idaho schools have been awarded an Ultimate STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) grant, worth up to $10,000, to enhance and supplement their STEM learning courtesy of Idaho National Laboratory. In addition, three Extreme Classroom Makeover grants worth up to $5,000 were awarded in southeast Idaho. Statewide, nine STEM Mini grants worth up to $500 were awarded. Educators from both public and pr more PR

IDEAL Program Celebrates Fourth Cohort to Complete Career Exploration Studies Certificates (10)

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 7 -- Lipscomb University issued the following news release: As the eight students who were Lipscomb's latest to complete the requirements for certificates in career exploration studies entered a packed Stowe Hall on the afternoon of Friday, May 4, there was no shortage of joy, happiness, pride and an overwhelming sense of accomplishment. The students are members of the fourth cohort in Lipscomb's IDEAL (Igniting the Dream of Education and Access) program to earn these certificates. They were met with cheers and appla more PR

IHEP Mourns the Passing of Dr. Clifford Adelman, Senior Associate Emeritus (10)

WASHINGTON, May 6 -- The Institute for Higher Education Policy issued the following opinion: Dr. Clifford Adelman, a talented scholar, lifelong student advocate, and senior associate emeritus at the Institute for Higher Education Policy, died on Thursday, May 3rd. Dr. Adelman served as a senior associate from August 2006 to December 2017. Throughout his tenure, he was a key advisor for IHEP's national and international research endeavors. "Cliff was a gregarious soul with a fierce spirit," said IHEP President Michelle Asha Cooper, Ph.D. "H more PR

Illinois Wesleyan Celebrates Class of 2018 (10)

BLOOMINGTON, Illinois, May 6 -- Illinois Wesleyan University issued the following news release: Illinois Wesleyan University celebrated more than 400 graduating members of the Class of 2018 during Commencement exercises on Sunday, May 6 in the Skirk Activity Center. Board of Trustees President George Vinyard '71 congratulated the graduates and cited the University's motto - Scientia et Sapientia, generally translated as "knowledge and wisdom." "In your time here on campus we trust that you not only developed your intellects but also cultivat more PR

Impact of Faculty, Coaches and Advisers Still Resonates Today (10)

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio, May 9 -- Bowling Green State University issued the following news release: Dr. Paula Whetsel-Ribeau '80, '08, who earned a Bachelor of Science and a Doctorate in education from Bowling Green State University, addressed degree candidates of the colleges of Education and Human Development and Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering on May 5 during commencement at the Stroh Center. "I want you to know I am a very proud two-time BGSU education degree holder and I couldn't be prouder," said Whetsel-Ribeau, who also ea more PR

Improved Oregon College Savings Plan Investment Lineup Will Include New FDIC-Insured Fund and Innovative 'College Enrollment Date' Funds (10)

SALEM, Oregon, May 3 -- Oregon State Treasurer Tobias Read issued the following news release: New investment choices in the Oregon College Savings Plan will make it easier and smarter for families across the state to save for higher education and job training. The new options, approved by the Oregon 529 Savings Board last week, will be available to investors in September. The centerpiece of the enhancements is an innovative "College Enrollment Date" fund approach. The strategy will automatically adjust risk exposure multiple times per year to more PR

Improving Programs and Services for Children With Disabilities - New Report May 11 (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine issued the following news: A substantial and growing number of children are diagnosed with at least one chronic health condition, many of which interfere with developmental processes and affect children's social and emotional well-being, quality of life, and anticipated adult outcomes, such as employment or independent living. A new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine reviews and assesses federal, state, and local programs more PR

In Buffalo, Gillibrand Pushes Bipartisan Legislation To Increase Access To Capital For Small Manufacturers (10)

BUFFALO, New York, May 7 -- The office of Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand stood today with community leaders at Rigidized Metals to push bipartisan legislation, the Investing in America's Small Manufacturers Act, that would increase the availability of affordable loans for small manufacturers through the Small Business Administration's (SBA) 7(a) and 504 loan guarantee programs. The bipartisan legislation would increase the loan guarantee limit for loans to small manufactu more PR

In the Public Interest Report Unfairly Scapegoats Charter Public School Movement (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, May 8 -- California Charter Schools Association issued the following news release: In the Public Interest (ITPI) released yet another new anti-charter school report today which does more harm than good for public school families and educators. The report is written by Gordon Lafer an associate professor at the University of Oregon's Labor Education and Research Center, a labor focused center led by the AFL-CIO. ITPI has a well-documented and partial point of view on the role charter schools play in the public education more PR

Incoming UNI Student Awarded Sally Gearhart Strottman Memorial Scholarship (10)

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa, May 10 -- The University of Northern Iowa issued the following news release: Jordan Downing, a Waverly-Shell Rock student and incoming UNI freshman, has been awarded the Sally Gearhart Strottman Memorial Scholarship in Elementary Education at the University of Northern Iowa. The award is given by the UNI College of Education to an incoming freshman from Northeast Iowa who will pursue a degree in elementary education. The scholarship award is $10,000 and is renewable for a total of four years. The scholarship honors the late more PR

Independent Review Recommends Further Investment in World-Leading ESRC Longitudinal Studies (10)

SWINDON, England, May 8 -- The Economic and Social Research Council issued the following news release: A comprehensive, independent review has recommended that the ESRC should continue to fund its world-leading social science longitudinal studies. The Longitudinal Studies Review 2017 (PDF, 6.7Mb), published today, concluded that the ESRC's longitudinal studies provide us with unrivalled information and insights into the lives of the UK population, with data that stretch over 60 years. These studies follow individuals over short and long perio more PR

Indiana Department of Education Announces 2017-2018 Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program School of the Year (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, May 11 -- The Indiana Department of Education issued the following news release: In partnership with Piazza Produce, the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) announced today O'Bannon Elementary has been named the 2017-2018 Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program School of the Year. O'Bannon Elementary is located within the School City of Hammond. "Providing students access to healthy and nutritious meals and snacks is a key factor to creating positive learning experiences," said Dr. Jennifer McCormick, Indiana Superintenden more PR

Indiana Department of Education Announces Family Friendly Schools (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, May 10 -- The Indiana Department of Education issued the following news release: The Indiana Department of Education announced today the 2018-2019 Family Friendly Schools. The Family Friendly Schools designation recognizes schools excelling in the involvement of families and communities in their children's education. "Great teachers, engaged families, and an involved community create the necessary environment for our children to be successful," said Dr. Jennifer McCormick, Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction. " more PR

Input Sought on Proposed Waiver to Allow Carryover Funds to Be Spent on School Improvement in Low-Performing Schools (10)

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, May 8 -- The Kentucky Department of Education issued the following news release: The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is seeking public comment on its request for a waiver (called a Tydings waiver) to use carryover federal funds rather than returning them to the federal government. According to 34. C.F.R. 76.709, KDE must return to the federal government any federal grant monies not obligated by the end of the grant carryover period. KDE has approximately $3,494,758 carried over from Fiscal Year (FY) 2016 School Imp more PR

Inputs and Outcomes: PREP Programs Serving Adjudicated Youth - PREP Snapshot (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families' Office of Planning, Research and Evaluation issued the following report on PREP Programs Serving Adjudicated Youth - PREP Snapshot: Introduction This brief summarizes key characteristics of programs funded through the Personal Responsibility Education Program (PREP) that reported at least half of the youth they served were adjudicated youth. PREP, which aims to reduce teen pregnancies, sexually transmitted infections, and associat more PR

Inputs and Outcomes: PREP Programs Serving Highly Vulnerable Youth - PREP Snapshot (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families' Office of Planning, Research and Evaluation issued the following report on PREP Programs Serving Highly Vulnerable Youth - PREP Snapshot: Introduction This brief summarizes key characteristics of programs funded through the Personal Responsibility Education Program (PREP) that primarily served highly vulnerable populations. Programs that "primarily served" a highly vulnerable population are defined as those that reported at least more PR

Inslee Names Ex-Ambassador LeVine as Employment Security Commissioner (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, May 8 -- Gov. Jay Inslee, D-Washington, issued the following news release: Gov. Jay Inslee today named Suzan "Suzi" LeVine as commissioner of the Employment Security Department. LeVine replaces Dale Peinecke who announced his retirement in April. LeVine most recently served as U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein from 2014 - 2017 at the request of President Barack Obama. She has extensive experience in workforce development, apprenticeships and the future of work. As ambassador, she was instrumental in collabo more PR

Inslee Names Former Ambassador Suzi LeVine as New Employment Security Department Commissioner (10)

OLYMPIA, Washington, May 8 -- The Washington State Employment Security Department issued the following news release: Gov. Jay Inslee today named Suzan "Suzi" LeVine as commissioner of the Employment Security Department. LeVine replaces Dale Peinecke who announced his retirement in April. LeVine most recently served as U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein from 2014 - 2017 at the request of President Barack Obama. She has extensive experience in workforce development, apprenticeships and the future of work. As ambassador, she was in more PR

Intellectual Historian Daniel Terris Appointed Dean of Al-Quds Bard College of Arts and Sciences in Abu Dis, East Jerusalem (10)

ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, New York, May 11 -- Bard College issued the following news release: Daniel Terris has been appointed Dean of the Al-Quds Bard College of Arts and Sciences (AQB) in Abu Dis, East Jerusalem. Terris has had a long relationship with Al-Quds University (AQU), running programs for more than 20 years that linked Al-Quds and Brandeis University, including workshops for students, projects on improving teaching, women's leadership, and academic administration. In 2016-17, he served as a U.S. Fulbright Scholar in residence at AQU, te more PR

Internet2 Inclusivity Award Recipients, Network Startup Resource Center-Internet2 Fellows Announced (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Internet2 issued the following news release: Internet2 today announced four recipients of the Internet2 Inclusivity Award and two recipients of the Network Startup Resource Center (NSRC)-Internet2 Fellowship for its annual meeting, the Internet2 Global Summit, taking place this week in San Diego, CA. This year's award recipients and fellows are: * Gladys Andino, Purdue University, inclusivity award recipient * Lisa Barry, East Carolina University, inclusivity award recipient * Stephanie Collins, Virginia Tech, inclusiv more PR

Internet2 Names Sherilyn Shiotsu Evans of CENIC Winner of 2018 Richard Rose Award (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Internet2 issued the following news release: Internet2 today announced that Sherilyn Shiotsu Evans, senior vice president and chief operating officer at CENIC, is this year's winner of the Richard Rose Award. The award honors educators or technologists who have made demonstrable impacts on the formal and informal education community by extending advanced networking, content, and services to community anchors nationwide. Evans will receive her award today at the 2018 Internet2 Global Summit taking place in San Diego, CA. I more PR

Invested in Oregon: State Treasurer Tobias Read Announces Inaugural Issuance of Oregon Sustainability Bonds (10)

SALEM, Oregon, May 2 -- Oregon State Treasurer Tobias Read issued the following news release: Oregon State Treasurer Tobias Read announced today the inaugural sale of Oregon Sustainability Bonds, a new category of state bonds that are tailored for socially responsible investors and dedicated to projects that will enhance community and sustainability efforts. The first Oregon Sustainability Bond, which will be sold as part of a larger state General Obligation bond issue during the week of May 7th, is a $40 million federally taxable issuance th more PR

Investments & Wealth Institute Awards Recognize Outstanding Achievement in Investment and Wealth Management Industry (10)

DENVER, Colorado, May 8 -- The Investment Management Consultants Association issued the following news release: The Investments & Wealth Institute(R) (formally IMCA) presented five prestigious awards at its 2018 Annual Conference Experience--ACE Nashville recognizing outstanding contributions to the Investments & Wealth Institute and the investment and wealth management industry. Matthew R. McArthur Industry Pioneer Award Richard Thaler, Ph.D., is the 2018 recipient of the Matthew R. McArthur Industry Pioneer Award for his outstanding contri more PR

Iona College Reaches Milestone in Iona Forever Campaign (10)

NEW ROCHELLE, New York, May 10 -- Iona College issued the following news release: Iona College announced it has reached the $100 million mark in its historic Iona Forever campaign Wednesday evening. Launched in 2015, Iona Forever is a $150 million endeavor, which will shape the College for the 21st century and beyond. "We have reached this important mark in our campaign due to the collective effort of many of our alumni and friends who have made commitments at all levels to support our students," stated David J. McCabe '80, campaign co-chair more PR

Iraqi Refugee Pursues Passion for Learning (10)

DENVER, Colorado, May 8 -- The University of Colorado issued the following news release: Reem Hamodi loves to learn, but growing up with a sight impairment in Iraq, that wasn't always easy. At CU Denver, though, Hamodi has pursued the kinds of learning she once could only dream of. From studying math to exploring psychology to holding a human brain - her university experience has been a step in a lifelong dedication to education. Hamodi is graduating in the CU Denver Spring 2018 Commencement with a bachelor's degree in psychology and a near-4 more PR

Israel Minister Naftali Bennett to Address AJC Global Forum (10)

JERUSALEM, Israel, May 10 -- The American Jewish Committee issued the following news release: Naftali Bennett, Israel's Minister of Education and Minister of Diaspora Affairs, will address the American Jewish Committee (AJC) Global Forum in Jerusalem. The four-day conference, June 10-13, is the premier Jewish global advocacy organization's signature annual event. Well over 1,500 participants, including hundreds of young Jews, from across the United States and many other countries are expected to attend. It will be the first time in AJC's 112- more PR

J. Richard & Jeannine Commander Honored With 2018 Chancellor's Award for Leadership in Philanthropy (10)

CHESTER, Virginia, May 7 -- John Tyler Community College issued the following news release: Mr. J. Richard "Dick" and Mrs. Jeannine Commander have received the 13th Annual Chancellor's Award for Leadership in Philanthropy, honoring their work with John Tyler Community College (JTCC). Nominated for the award by the John Tyler Community College Foundation, the Commanders were recognized during a luncheon ceremony on April 17, 2018. For more than 20 years, the Commanders have invested their time, talent and treasure to help Tyler's students succ more PR

James Bailey '67 Honored With a Doctor of Humane Letters (10)

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio, May 7 -- Bowling Green State University issued the following news release: James Bailey '67 was presented an honorary doctor of humane letters during Bowling Green State University's morning commencement May 5 at the Stroh Center. Bailey earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics from BGSU and a Master of Science degree in mathematics from New York University. He had a distinguished career in the banking industry. He joined Citicorp where he spent many years of his career, notably as executive vice president resp more PR

Janack and Omori Discuss New Program in Japan (10)

CLINTON, New York, May 7 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: Marianne Janack, the John Stewart Kennedy Chair of Philosophy and director of the Levitt Center, and Associate Professor of East Asian Languages and Literatures Kyoko Omori were recently invited to visit Hiroshima and Osaka, Japan, to discuss a new program with a primary focus on social innovation and leadership. They were invited by Hiromi Nagao, a member of the Central Council for Education in Japan and former president of Hiroshima Jogakuin University. While in Japan, more PR

JCC, St. Bonaventure Sign Deal to Bolster Academic Partnership, Transfer Options (10)

ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, May 8 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release: Jamestown Community College and St. Bonaventure University officials have signed an agreement to strengthen academic program and transferability opportunities for students at both institutions. Under the new partnership, students will benefit from enhanced admission and academic advisement initiatives, career and transfer pathways for academic programs, and cultural opportunities at JCC and St. Bonaventure. Presidents from both colleges signed t more PR

Jim Neal, President of the American Library Association, Announces That Former First Lady Michelle Obama Will Open 2018 ALA Annual Conference (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 7 -- The American Library Association issued the following news release: Michelle LaVaughn Robinson Obama is a lawyer, author, and the wife of the 44th President, Barack Obama. Through her initiatives as First Lady, she has become a role model for women and girls, and an advocate for healthy families, service members and their families, higher education, and international adolescent girls' education. She will appear at the opening general session of the 2018 American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference and Exhibi more PR

Johnson Controls Builds Award-Winning Learning System (10)

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, May 8 -- Johnson Controls, a producers of automotive parts such as batteries and electronics and HVAC equipment for buildings, issued the following news release: Johnson Controls is a global technology and industrial company with 130,000 employees serving customers in more than 150 countries. The organization designs, manufactures and delivers energy-efficient building solutions; automotive and advanced batteries for stop-start, hybrid and electric vehicles; and automobile seating components and systems. Johnson Controls more PR

Join the State Department of Education in Thanking Teachers This Week (10)

BOISE, Idaho, May 7 -- The Idaho Department of Education issued the following news release: Any time is the right time to let teachers know you appreciate them, but that's doubly true during National Teacher Appreciation Week, May 7 through 11, Idaho Superintendent of Public Instruction Sherri Ybarra said. "It's amazing how much words and gestures of appreciation can mean to a teacher, from visits and personal notes to messages on YouTube, Facebook or Twitter," said Superintendent Ybarra. "Teachers go the extra mile to help and inspire studen more PR

Joint Commission Appoints New Infection Prevention, Control Director (10)

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Illinois, May 7 -- The Joint Commission (formerly the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations) issued the following news release: Sylvia Garcia-Houchins, MBA, RN, CIC, has joined The Joint Commission as its new director of infection prevention and control in the Division of Healthcare Improvement. Garcia-Houchins is responsible for the oversite of infection prevention and control initiatives at The Joint Commission. Garcia-Houchins has more than 30 years of experience in infection prevention and control more PR

Journalism Professor Honored By Professional Association (10)

OXFORD, Mississippi, May 8 -- The University of Mississippi issued the following news release: University of Mississippi journalism professor Debora Wenger has been honored for her service to journalism education by the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication. The association's Electronic News Division has chosen Wenger as a recipient of the 2018 Larry Burkum Service Award. Wenger is an associate professor of journalism and assistant dean for innovation and external partnerships at the Meek School of Journalism and New more PR

Judy Centers Showing Success in School Readiness (10)

BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 8 -- The Baltimore Community Foundation issued the following news release: Ensuring Baltimore's children are ready for kindergarten is a crucial goal for BCF, and for our city. After identifying Judy Centers an intervention that delivered results, a small group of very generous donors enabled us to open eight additional Judy Centers in Baltimore City. Now, new kindergarten readiness results from across Maryland are showing that strategy has been effective - and school principals around Baltimore want to replicate Judy more PR

Juniata Ties Fulbright Record as Senior Emily Kutz is Awarded Fellowship (10)

HUNTINGDON, Pennsylvania, May 9 -- Juniata College issued the following news release: Emily Kutz, a Juniata College senior from Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, who is studying Spanish secondary education and early education, has earned a Fulbright Fellowship. This academic year is the fourth consecutive year at Juniata during which three students have won a Fulbright in a single year. Through the fellowship, Kutz will receive a grant to teach English to preschool and elementary school students in Madrid, Spain, from September of 2018 to June of more PR

Justin Everett Helps Students and Parents Understand Higher Education Costs (10)

DENVER, Colorado, May 8 -- The Colorado House Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Colorado State Rep. Justin Everett, (R-Littleton): Today, the House of Representatives passed legislation that seeks to clarify the costs associated with higher education in Colorado. House Bill 18-1226, sponsored by Representative Justin Everett (R-Littleton), requires the Colorado Commission on Higher Education to analyze and report the program costs and student outcomes for undergraduate degree programs offered by the University of Color more PR

Kansas Selected for Drone Pilot Program (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Rep. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release: Today Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Elaine Chao selected the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) to participate in the Department's new Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Integration Pilot Program. This program will pair the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), KDOT and private sector participants to collect invaluable data on how to safely integrate drones in the national airspace. "The state of Kansas has a rich history in the aviatio more PR

Kansas State Board of Education Issues Minutes for May 8- May 9 Meeting (10)

TOPEKA, Kan., May 9 -- The Kansas State Board of Education issued the following meeting minutes: 10:00 a.m. 1. Call to Order -- Chairman Jim Porter 2. Roll Call 3. Mission Statement, Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Approval of April Minutes page 5 10:05 a.m. 6. Commissioner's Report -- Dr. Randy Watson 10:30 a.m. 7. Citizens' Open Forum page 23 10:45 a.m. (IO) 8. Recognition of Gary Musselman, KSHSAA, for service to education in Kansas page 25 11:05 a.m. Break 11:15 a.m. (AI) 9. Act on recommendatio more PR

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to Keynote 2018 National Trademark Expo (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce's Patent and Trademark Office issued the following news release: The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) today announced that NBA All-Star Kareem Abdul-Jabbar will deliver the keynote address at the opening ceremony for the 2018 National Trademark Expo at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C. on Friday, July 27 at 12:15 p.m. The two-day event helps support the mission of the USPTO and that of its collaborator, the museum's Lemelson Center for more PR

Kathleen Minke Named as New NASP Executive Director (10)

BETHESDA, Maryland, May 9 -- The National Association of School Psychologists issued the following news release: The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) is pleased to announce the hiring of Kathleen Minke, PhD, NCSP, as its new executive director, starting July 1, 2018. Dr. Minke comes to NASP from her previous position as professor in the School Psychology Program at the University of Delaware. She will be replacing outgoing executive director Susan Gorin, who is retiring after 25 years in the position. "We are very excited t more PR

KDE Seeking Feedback on Revised Mathematics Standards (10)

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, May 7 -- The Kentucky Department of Education issued the following news release: The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is seeking feedback on the revised Kentucky Academic Standards for Mathematics. Through Tuesday, June 5, interested individuals are invited to review the revised Kentucky Academic Standards for Mathematics and share feedback and suggestions, which will be used during the remaining development process. Feedback and comments will be thoughtfully considered and any needed revisions made before bringin more PR

Kentucky's Plan to Implement the Every Student Succeeds Act is Approved (10)

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, May 7 -- The Kentucky Department of Education issued the following news release: Education Secretary Betsy DeVos has approved Kentucky's Consolidated State Plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). The plan outlines how the state will implement federal title programs, hold schools accountable, ensure equity and promote success for every Kentucky student. "I am pleased that the United States Department of Education has approved Kentucky's plan. The plan's development included engagement with thousands of Kentuckia more PR

Kerry Salerno Joins Babson College As Chief Marketing Officer and Vice President of Marketing (10)

BABSON PARK, Massachusetts, May 9 -- Babson College issued the following news: Babson College has appointed Kerry Salerno as Chief Marketing Officer and Vice President of Marketing, where she will oversee efforts to build and sustain awareness of the college's mission and programs, increase engagement with key audiences, and encourage future generations of students to consider pursuing a Babson education. "Babson is pleased to welcome Kerry Salerno as our new Chief Marketing Officer and Vice President of Marketing," says Babson College Presid more PR

Keys to Success for Charter Schools Include Strong Legislators & Strong Laws (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Center for Education Reform issued the following news release: Each year National Charter Schools Week gives charter advocates an opportunity not only to bring further attention to chartering and the myriad benefits it offers our children but to the elements critical for success. Let's start the week with one major one - legislators. Having the dedicated support of legislators as charter champions and policymakers dedicated to drafting strong charter laws that allow charter schools to maximize their reach and effecti more PR

Knowing Previous Students' Grades Affects Undergraduates' GPA, Stanford Scholars Find (10)

STANFORD, California, May 10 -- Stanford University issued the following news release: When undergraduates know how previous students performed in courses at their university, they end up receiving slightly lower class grades on average than they would have if they did not check out that information, according to Stanford research. In a new research paper, an interdisciplinary group of Stanford scholars examined the effects of a course-planning web application, which visualizes data from registrar records and prior student evaluations for eac more PR

Kristin Dukes Named Dean for Institutional Diversity at Allegheny College (10)

MEADVILLE, Pennsylvania, May 9 -- Allegheny College issued the following news: Dr. Kristin Nicole Dukes has been named the dean for Institutional Diversity at Allegheny College, effective July 1, 2018. Dukes, who has more than a decade of experience working in higher education and institutional diversity, currently serves as an associate professor of psychology at Simmons College in Boston, Massachusetts. "We are pleased to welcome Kristin to the Allegheny College community," said Dr. Ron Cole, provost and dean of the College. "Her extensive more PR

Kutztown University to Celebrate Commencement Exercises Saturday (10)

KUTZTOWN, Pennsylvania, May 8 -- Kutztown University of Pennsylvania issued the following news release: Kutztown University will celebrate its spring commencement exercises on Friday, May 11, and Saturday, May 12. More than 1,055 undergraduates and 140 graduate students will receive degrees. All ceremonies will take place in the O'Pake Fieldhouse on the campus of Kutztown University. On Friday, May 11, graduate students will receive their degrees at 5 p.m. This will include the conferring of KU's first doctoral degrees in the history of the i more PR

L&I Secretary Oleksiak and Corner LaunchBox Representatives Discussed Downtown New Kensington Revitalization Project Expected to Create 40 Jobs (10)

NEW KENSINGTON, Pennsylvania, May 8 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry issued the following news release: Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Jerry Oleksiak met with representatives from business accelerator Corner LaunchBox about plans to create more than 40 new jobs, and encourage business and job growth in downtown New Kensington. "Governor Wolf and his administration has stressed the need for innovative partnerships between state agencies, education and workforce/economic development professionals to create an more PR

L.A. Area Chamber Looks Forward to Working With New LAUSD Superintendent on Classroom Education and Financial Stability on Classroom Education and Financial Stability (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, May 1 -- The Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce issued the following news release: Today, the Los Angeles Unified School District's (LAUSD) board of education announced the appointment of business and civic leader Austin Beutner as the new superintendent. The following is a statement from Gary Toebben, President and CEO of the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce, on that appointment. "Austin Beutner brings a unique combination of private and public-sector experience that will be an asset to LAUSD. The Chamber looks more PR

Lab Offers High School Students Intro to Biotech (10)

LIVERMORE, Calif., May 1 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news release: The University Relations & Science Education Program will host a biotechnology summer experience for high school students age 16 and older to engage in a research project in molecular biology and bioinformatics. In collaboration with Rutgers University, this program focuses on the isolation, characterization and DNA sequence analyses of genes from the duckweed species, Landoltia punctata. Duckweed is a fresh-wa more PR

Labor and Workforce Development Secretary Rosalin Acosta to Speak at Commencement (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 7 -- Bunker Hill Community College issued the following news release: State Secretary Rosalin Acosta will be the keynote speaker at Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC)'s 44th Commencement exercises, on Saturday, May 19, 2018, on the Charlestown Campus. "Secretary Acosta can understand the challenges faced by many of our students," said BHCC President Pam Eddinger. "She shares the passion of promoting pathways into the workforce through education and training." BHCC is committed to aligning its programs and curric more PR

Lansdowne Middle School Named a 2018 Ascend Math Gold Medal Recipient (10)

TOWSON, Maryland, May 9 -- Baltimore County Public Schools issued the following news release: Ascend Education has announced that Lansdowne Middle School will receive a 2018 Gold Medal for its efforts to support all students in succeeding in mathematics. The 2018 Gold Medals were awarded to 37 schools and districts across the nation. Lansdowne Middle School uses Ascend Math, an intensive online math program, to assist students in learning, re-learning, or practicing important pre-requisite math skills that are necessary for students to be s more PR

Largest Graduating Class in History Earn Degrees From University of Portland (10)

PORTLAND, Oregon, May 7 -- The University of Portland issued the following news release: The University of Portland celebrated its Commencement on Sunday, May 6 with nearly 1,200 graduates projected to earn degrees, making the Class of 2018 the largest graduating class in the University's history. The University expected 1,169 students would receive degrees from the Shiley School of Engineering, The Pamplin School of Business, the School of Education, the School of Nursing, and College of Arts & Sciences. University President Rev. Mark L. Po more PR

Late Professor Susan Wisherd's Bequests Benefit Arts, Education and Environmental Organizations (10)

NEW PALTZ, New York, May 11 --The State University of New York-New Paltz issued the following news release: During her lifetime, New Paltz resident Susan Wisherd was an active supporter of several Hudson Valley nonprofit organizations, including the Elting Memorial Library, Mohonk Preserve, Omega Institute, SUNY New Paltz's Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art and Sojourner Truth Library, Unison Arts Center, and Women's Studio Workshop. After her death in 2017, through her long-term vision and legacy estate planning, her bequests will continue to sust more PR

Lawmakers Generously Fund Public Schools (10)

DENVER, Colorado, May 8 -- The Colorado Senate Republicans issued the following news on behalf of Colorado State Sen. Beth Owen Hill, (R-Colorado Springs): Colorado public schools will see record amounts of money flowing their way next year, following Tuesday's bipartisan approval by the Colorado Senate of a School Finance Act (House Bill-1379) that includes significant across-the-board funding increases, on every metric from total dollars spent to per-pupil allocations to districts. Total funding to public schools in fiscal years 2018/2019 w more PR

Leading Mental Health Teaching and Research Hospital Named as Partner for the Centre of Excellence in PTSD and Other Related Mental Health Conditions (10)

OTTAWA, Ontario, May 7 -- The Veterans Affairs Canada issued the following news release: Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families deserve the best care and support for their mental health. Raising awareness about how to improve the mental health issues that can affect our military community is an integral part of giving Veterans support to live their best lives. Understanding the unique mental health conditions that the military community faces will help the Government of Canada build programs and services that work for Veter more PR

Learning Disabilities Overcome by CMC Grad (10)

BUENA VISTA, Colorado, May 11 -- Colorado Mountain College issued the following news release: Roberta Rodriguez had trouble learning in classrooms, but overcame that hurdle thanks to the staff, faculty and programs at Colorado Mountain College. Buena Vista resident Rodriguez received her Associate of Applied Science degree in early childhood education on Friday, May 4, by taking most of her classes through a face-to-face web system that operates as a virtual classroom. Early childhood education associate degrees are not offered physically in more PR

Lebanon Valley College to Celebrate Nearly 500 Graduates During 149th Commencement (10)

ANNVILLE, Pennsylvania, May 10 -- Lebanon Valley College issued the following news release: Lebanon Valley College will celebrate nearly 500 graduates during its 149th Commencement on Saturday, May 12 at 10 a.m. in Louis A. Sorrentino Gymnasium. The College's Baccalaureate Service is scheduled for Friday, May 11 at 6:30 p.m. in Louis A. Sorrentino Gymnasium. With more than 4,000 parents and family members expected to attend Commencement, guests are asked to review information relating to the day's activities, including parking, shuttles, pho more PR

Legacy Award Honors Ralph and Doreen Boy (10)

BOTHELL, Washington, May 10 -- The University of Washington's Bothell campus issued the following news release: Ralph Boy has been supporting the University of Washington Bothell's School of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics since before there was a School of STEM, and he hasn't stopped. In 2009, Boy wrote a letter to a state higher education board to champion an electrical engineering program, which became part of the School of STEM when it was established in 2013. Boy sponsors capstone projects for engineering students. And in more PR

Legal Industry Association Announces 2018 Awards Recipients (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 6 -- The Association of Legal Administrators issued the following news release: The Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) is pleased to announce its 2018 Awards Program winners, presented at its Annual Conference & Expo in National Harbor, Maryland, on Saturday, May 5. Outstanding Association Volunteer Award Each year the Board of Directors identifies members who have made significant contributions to the association. In most instances, these contributions extend over several years' time and at more than one level more PR

Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Anderson (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 11 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following legislative update on the behalf of Minnesota State Rep. Paul Anderson: Congratulations to local recipients of scholarships and grants from the Minnesota Agricultural Education Leadership Council. First, Glenwood native Ashley Anderson earned a $500 scholarship. Ashley currently attends Ridgewater College in Willmar and, after graduating this spring, will continue her agriculture education studies at Southwest Minnesota State University. Also, the more PR

Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Becker-Finn (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 7 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following legislative update by Minnesota State Rep. Jamie Becker-Finn: Thank you for your patience as my weekly update was delayed from last week. A close family member has been in the ICU for the past two weeks and it has slowed down my ability to respond to emails and write updates. I appreciate your continued patience. A few weeks back, we spent a few hours picking up trash in our local park. Make every day Earth Day! National Nurses Week May 6th more PR

Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Knoblach (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 11 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following legislative update on the behalf of Minnesota State Rep. Jim Knoblach: Before we get to legislative news, I want to send wishes for a happy Mother's Day to all who will be celebrating that holiday this weekend. And I want to take this opportunity to say that my Mom, Vivian Knoblach, could not have been a better mother for me growing up. My work this past week mainly has revolved around the supplemental budget conference committee, which I co-chair. more PR

Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Lee (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 11 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following legislative update by Minnesota State Rep. Fue Lee: THIS WEEK IN THE LEGISLATURE We have less than 10 days left in this legislative session and must adjourn as midnight strikes on Monday, May 21st. The Republican House and Senate majorities have both passed their respective supplemental budget bills, their tax bills, and are in the process of unveiling their public infrastructure jobs bills. With less than two weeks to go, they're going to h more PR

Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Lesch (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 9 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following legislative update by Minnesota State Rep. John Lesch: The clock continues to tick toward the May 21st adjournment of the legislative session, and much work remains before us. There have been some longer days (and nights) on the floor, which occasionally means visits from my daughter, Eleanor. Just late last week, the House Republican majority unveiled their proposal for a public works bill, which contains $825 million toward infrastructure p more PR

Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Lien (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 11 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following legislative update by Minnesota State Rep. Ben Lien: The House took up many General Register bills this week on the floor. People refer to bills that are not large omnibus bills as General Register bills (the idea being that bills sit on the General Register between being voted out of committee and debated on the House floor). Most of these bills are non-controversial bills that receive unanimous, or close to unanimous, support. A couple of t more PR

Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. O'Neill (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 7 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following legislative update on the behalf of Minnesota State Rep. Marion O'Neill: Here is an update from the Capitol. Supplemental Bills In my last update, I talked about our Education/Higher Education supplemental bill that focused on school and student safety measures, as well as provided $1.6 million in funding for the Monticello School District to make them whole due to an error. Last week, the House took up the remainder of our supplemental bills, add more PR

Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Poppe (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 11 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following legislative update by Minnesota State Rep. Jeanne Poppe: As we prepare for the final full week of session, conference committees are meeting on the major finance omnibus bills and the tax conformity bill to prepare bills to bring again before both legislative bodies. Here are the latest updates from the Capitol and the community: REAL ID Update We recently received word that Minnesota will be deemed compliant with the federal REAL ID law as more PR

Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Pryor (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 11 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following legislative update by Minnesota State Rep. Laurie Pryor: We have just over a week left in the legislative session. We must adjourn by Monday, May 21, but no bills can be passed that day. Since we don't reconvene until Monday, in essence, six days remain for legislation to be considered. In these final days, I'm committed to putting our community's needs and values at the forefront. Here's an update from the Capitol. Town Hall Meeting Here's more PR

Legislative Update Issued by Minnesota State Rep. Youakim (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 7 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following legislative update by Minnesota State Rep. Cheryl Youakim: Last week, we spent a lot of our time on the House floor. On Monday, we heard the Tax bill which we debated late into the evening. On Tuesday, we heard the combined Health & Human Services and Transportation Omnibus bill as well as the Public Safety Omnibus Bill. We went into session at 10 a.m., broke for a quick caucus to discuss the bills and then returned to the House floor at 12:30 more PR

Leicester Chemist Wins Prestigious Royal Society of Chemistry Award (10)

LEICESTER, England, May 8 -- The University of Leicester issued the following news release: Dr Dylan Williams, of the University of Leicester Department of Chemistry, is the Royal Society of Chemistry Higher Education Teaching Award winner for 2018. Dr Williams has worked on new ways of teaching chemistry at university since 2007. His approach is based on learning experiences that allow students to work in teams on open-ended problems, developing their chemical and workplace skills. "My ultimate aim is to help chemistry students develop the more PR

Lexington Teacher, UK Grad to Compete in 'Jeopardy!' Teachers Tournament (10)

LEXINGTON, Kentucky, May 7 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news: Here's today's "Daily Double" question: This Lexington teacher will compete in the "Jeopardy!" Teachers Tournament tonight. Answer: Who is Claire Bishop? That's correct! Bishop, a graduate of the University of Kentucky, is one of 15 upcoming competitors on the long-running TV quiz show. The "Jeopardy! Teachers Tournament" starts airing tonight (May 7) on CBS. "I was shocked when I looked down at my phone after the bell rang on a Friday afternoon to see a voic more PR

LMU Taps Roberta Espinoza to Expand Global-Local Initiatives (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, May 10 -- Loyola Marymount University issued the following news release: Sociology professor and academic leader Roberta Espinoza has been named vice provost for global-local initiatives at Loyola Marymount University. She will begin on June 1. In the newly created position, Espinoza will serve as LMU's senior international officer and have broad oversight for a variety of institutional priorities, including study abroad, global partnerships, and national and international fellowships. "Roberta Espinoza is a forward more PR

Lora K. Heisler, PhD, Receives American Diabetes Association's 2018 Outstanding Scientific Achievement Award (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 4 -- The American Diabetes Association issued the following news release: Lora K. Heisler, PhD, is the recipient of the American Diabetes Association's(R) (ADA's) 2018 Outstanding Scientific Achievement Award (OSAA). Dr. Heisler will be recognized with this honor--given annually in recognition of research in diabetes that demonstrates independence of thought and originality--at the ADA's 78th Scientific Sessions, June 22-26, 2018, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. She will deliver her OSAA Lecture, tit more PR

LRCC Student Headed to SkillsUSA National Conference to Represent Excellence in Technical Automotive Repair Skills (10)

ROCHESTER, New Hampshire, May 7 -- The Community College System of New Hampshire issued the following news release: Austin Gagne, a graduating senior in the General Motors Automotive Service Educational Program (GM ASEP) at Lakes Region Community College, (LRCC) will attend the 2018 SkillsUSA National Sills and Leadership Conference in Louisville, Ky. June 25-29. There, Gagne will compete in technical skills and leadership contests designed to test his ability in specialized automobile repair in pursuit of prizes and to demonstrate the success more PR

Luxury Brands' Digital Future in Focus at Singapore Conference (10)

PERTH, Australia, May 7 -- Curtin University (formerly the Curtin University of Technology) issued the following news release: The latest trends in luxury brands and the future of the sector in the digital age will be considered by international industry and academic leaders at an annual conference held in Singapore this week. The Mystique of Luxury Brands Singapore Conference 2018, hosted by Curtin University's Luxury Branding Research Cluster, Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) and Louken Group, will be held at the Sheraton Towe more PR

Macalester Student Receives Boren Scholarship (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 11 -- Macalester College issued the following college news release: Gianna Brassil '20, from San Francisco, Calif., has been awarded a Boren Scholarship. She'll be studying Azerbaijani at the Azerbaijan Language University in Baku, Azerbaijan, next year for six months on a full government scholarship. Boren Scholarships, an initiative of the National Security Education Program, provide unique funding opportunities for U.S. undergraduate students to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. more PR

Maggie McHugh Named 2019 Middle School Teacher of the Year (10)

MADISON, Wisconsin, May 11 -- The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction issued the following news release: In a surprise ceremony at her school today, Maggie McHugh of Sparta, a sixth-grade teacher and adviser at the La Crosse Design Institute, was named Wisconsin's 2019 Middle School Teacher of the Year. State Superintendent Tony Evers made the announcement during an all-school assembly. As part of the Teacher of the Year honor, McHugh will receive $3,000 from the Herb Kohl Educational Foundation. "Our teachers wear many hats, yet thei more PR

Magnarelli Lauded as One of the State's 29 Who Shine in Public Higher Education (10)

FITCHBURG, Massachusetts, May 9 -- Fitchburg State University issued the following news release: Fitchburg State graduating senior Samantha Ann Magnarelli was honored at the Statehouse recently as one of the "29 Who Shine" in public higher education in Massachusetts. The annual event, organized by the Department of Higher Education, recognizes a standout graduating senior from each of Massachusetts' 29 public higher education campuses. Gov. Charlie Baker, Secretary of Education James Peyser and Commissioner of Higher Education Carlos Santiago more PR

Magnet Schools of America Congratulates the Top Magnet Schools Included in the U.S. News and World Report 2018 Best High Schools Rankings (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Magnet Schools of America issued the following news release: Magnet Schools of America (MSA) is proud to announce that six magnet schools have been ranked within the top 20 Best High Schools in the United States by U.S. News and World Report. In addition to this tremendous accomplishment, magnet schools also make up one quarter of the top 100 high schools that were ranked this year. "The fact that so many magnet schools landed in the top 100 reflects the commitment to excellence by our school leaders, teachers, and studen more PR

Maine CDC Promotes Tick-Borne Disease Awareness (10)

AUGUSTA, Maine, May 1 -- The Maine Department of Health and Human Services issued the following news release: May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month in Maine and the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC) is reminding Mainers to take precautions against ticks and tick-borne diseases. Deer ticks can carry germs that cause tick-borne diseases such as Lyme, anaplasmosis and babesiosis and are most commonly found in wooded, leafy and shrubby areas--meaning that most Mainers are at risk every day. The majority of Maine counties s more PR

Mako Shark Joins Snowbirds in Migrating Back North (10)

FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida, May 7 -- Nova Southeastern University issued the following news release: Who knew that shortfin mako sharks and South Florida's seasonal residents shared something in common? "Rob," a five and one-half-foot long male shortfin mako shark, is officially a snowbird. Tagged off the coast of Ocean City, Md. in June of 2017, Rob is currently pinging off the coast of North Carolina after spending the winter and spring swimming along the eastern coast of Florida and Georgia. "We've been tracking mako sharks for some time no more PR

MALDEF Files Motion to Intervene on Behalf of Dreamers in Texas-Led Lawsuit Challenging Daca (10)

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, May 8 -- The Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund issued the following news release: Nearly two dozen young immigrants who grew up in the United States and are recipients of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) are asking a federal court to allow them to intervene in a lawsuit filed this month by Texas and six other states challenging the 2012 initiative. MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund) filed a motion for intervention Tuesday in the case which is pending in the United Stat more PR

Marcia McNutt, National Academy of Sciences President, Delivers Keynote at Worcester Polytechnic Institute Graduate Commencement Ceremony (10)

WORCESTER, Massachusetts, May 10 -- Worcester Polytechnic Institute issued the following news release: Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) President Laurie A. Leshin and Board of Trustees Chairman Jack T. Mollen began the university's 150th Commencement celebrations this evening, awarding nearly 830 master's and doctoral degrees at the Graduate Ceremony, held on the campus Quadrangle. WPI awarded honorary degrees to Glenn Yee '74, trustee emeritus and founder of Pacific Can Company, and to keynote speaker Marcia McNutt, president of the Nati more PR

Mark A. Atkinson, PhD, Named American Diabetes Association's 2018 Albert Renold Award Recipient (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 9 -- The American Diabetes Association issued the following news release: Mark A. Atkinson, PhD, has been selected to receive the American Diabetes Association's (ADA's) 2018 Albert Renold Award. This award recognizes an individual whose career is distinguished by outstanding achievements in the training and mentorship of diabetes research scientists and in the facilitation of diabetes research. Dr. Atkinson will be recognized with this honor during the ADA's 78th Scientific Sessions, June 22-26, 2018, at the Orange C more PR

Marshall Teacher Named District Teacher of the Year (10)

DUBUQUE, Iowa, May 11 -- Dubuque Community Schools issued the following news release: The Dubuque Community School District Teacher of the Year was named at the annual Educators' Recognition Dinner on May 10, hosted by the Dubuque Education Association. Brandi Moeggenberg, a kindergarten teacher at Marshall Elementary School, was selected for the honor. Moeggenberg has taught at Marshall since 2012. "She works magic with her solid, research-based strategies and willingness to do whatever it takes to help her students learn," said one of her n more PR

Martha and Bruce Karsh Make Largest Gift in History of UVA Law School (10)

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, May 10 -- The University of Virginia issued the following news release: Before the University of Virginia School of Law blows out its birthday candles, it's going to have to catch its breath. Martha and Bruce Karsh, alumni and philanthropists who met at UVA as law students, announced at a celebratory dinner Thursday that they will donate $43.9 million to the Law School. The gift is the largest in the school's history and makes the Karshes the institution's first $50 million donors. The gift, to be fully funded by 2 more PR

Maryland Educators Endorse Ben Cardin for U.S. Senate (10)

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, May 9 -- The Maryland State Education Association issued the following news release: Today, the Maryland State Education Association (MSEA)--the 74,000-member state affiliate of the National Education Association (NEA)--announced the NEA Fund for Children and Public Education's endorsement of Sen. Ben Cardin for re-election to the U.S. Senate. "Educators proudly support Sen. Ben Cardin's reelection because he shares our values," said NEA President Lily Eskelsen Garcia. "Given his track record in the U.S. Senate and contin more PR

Maryland Governor Signs Landmark Community College Promise Scholarship Legislation (10)

ROCKVILLE, Maryland, May 9 -- Montgomery College issued the following news release: Today in Annapolis, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan signed the milestone Near Completers and Maryland Community College Promise Scholarships bill (HB 16), which allocates $15 million per year in need-based tuition aid for eligible community college students. Senate President Thomas V. "Mike" Miller and Speaker of the House Michael Busch joined Governor Hogan to sign the legislation that passed during the final 10 minutes of the 2018 Maryland General Assembly sess more PR

Maryland Joins Effort to Strengthen Early Childhood Workforce (10)

BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 7 -- The Maryland State Department of Education issued the following news release: Maryland has signed on to a national project to help develop a policy agenda designed to improve the quality of the childcare and early childhood education workforce. The effort was announced earlier this month by the National Governor's Association (NGA) and the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO). Maryland joins eight other states collaborating on the work: Arkansas, California, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Michigan, Montana more PR

Massachusetts Department of Education Issues Board Documents for May 2018 (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 10 -- The Massachusetts Department of Education issued the following Board of Education document: Special Meeting Board of Elementary and Secondary Education DESE, 75 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA Monday, May 14, 2018, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. School and District Accountability and Assistance System Overview -- Discussion Board Members * Mr. Paul Sagan, Chair, Cambridge * Mr. James Morton, Vice Chair, Boston * Ms. Katherine Craven, Brookline * Dr. Edward Doherty, Hyde Park * Ms. Amanda Fernandez, Belmont * Ms. more PR

Master's Program in Early Childhood is First to Earn NAEYC Accreditation (10)

JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, May 8 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news: East Tennessee State University's master of arts degree program in early childhood education is the first in the nation to earn accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) at that degree level. The school's B.S. in early childhood development was also awarded accreditation. Both programs are housed with the Department of Early Childhood Education in the Clemmer College of Education. The accreditation was awa more PR

Math Partnership a Win-Win for UNK, Kearney Public Schools (10)

KEARNEY, Nebraska, May 9 -- The University of Nebraska-Kearney issued the following news: The University of Nebraska at Kearney is partnering with Kearney Public Schools to help the local school district implement new math curriculum. UNK worked with KPS to create a one-time graduate course that will focus on math instruction with a direct connection to the curriculum KPS is adopting next fall at its elementary and middle schools. About 30 educators from KPS will take the course in late May and mid-July before serving as training leaders for more PR

May Revise Budget Provides Additional Money for Schools: Makes Little Progress Toward Full & Fair Funding (10)

SACRAMENTO, California, May 11 -- The California School Boards Association issued the following news release: The revised 2018-19 budget meets Gov. Jerry Brown's promised investment in the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) two years ahead of schedule, but makes little progress toward Full and Fair Funding of public schools. By virtue of an increased Proposition 98 guarantee, the "May Revise" budget meets the LCFF funding targets, originally slated for the 2020-21 fiscal year. That investment, while sorely needed, still leaves California n more PR

Mayor Announces WalkBikeTulsa Safety Education for GO Plan Implementation; Proclaims Bike Month in Tulsa (10)

TULSA, Oklahoma, May 10 -- The city of Tulsa issued the following news: Mayor G.T. Bynum announced at a news conference today the kick-off of WalkBikeTulsa, a safety education campaign to increase awareness as Tulsa implements the GO Plan - bicycle and pedestrian master plan. District 4 City Councilor Blake Ewing, an advocate for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure improvements in both the Improve Our Tulsa and Vision Tulsa funding packages, joined Mayor Bynum at the news conference. "As we continue to add more bicycle and pedestrian improv more PR

MCC Graduation Recognizes Accomplishments of More Than 2,500 Graduates (10)

MESA, Arizona, May 8 -- Mesa Community College issued the following news release: Mesa Community College (MCC) will recognize the accomplishments of 2,588 graduates, by issuing 4,616 degrees and certificates for the 2017-18 academic year, during a commencement ceremony at 7:15 p.m. on Friday, May 11, in the courtyard of the Southern and Dobson Campus, 1833 W. Southern Ave., Mesa. The public is invited to the ceremony in which more than 600 graduate candidates will participate. Matt Salmon is the keynote speaker. Salmon, an MCC alumnus and 201 more PR

MCCC Receives National Science Foundation Grant for Nearly $225,000 (10)

MONROE, Michigan, May 9 -- Monroe County Community College issued the following news release: Monroe County Community College has received a $224,906 grant from the National Science Foundation for a project titled "Advanced Welder Education" with the goal of increasing the region's supply of qualified welders with advanced levels of education who can further research, development and innovation in the field. The three-year project starts June 1, 2018, and ends May 31, 2021. "This award builds on the momentum created by four years of grant-fu more PR

MCLA Announces 2018 '29 Who Shine' Recipient (10)

NORTH ADAMS, Massachusetts, May 10 -- Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts issued the following news release: Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) announces that this year's recipient of the "29 Who Shine" award is Rosy Gil Diaz '18 of Dorchester, a psychology major with minors in behavior analysis and Spanish who has a passion for helping those with mental health and behavioral issues. Diaz , who originally is from the town of Santiago in the Dominican Republic, aspires to earn her Ph.D or PsyD in clinical psychology, with certifica more PR

MCLA Announces Recipients of Eighth Annual Berkshire County Educator Recognition Awards (10)

NORTH ADAMS, Massachusetts, May 10 -- Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts issued the following news release: Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) has announced the recipients of the Eighth Annual Berkshire County Educator Recognition Award. This award, presented by MCLA in collaboration with Berkshire County K-12 superintendents and Berkshire Community College (BCC), was created to honor the region's exceptional teachers. The recipients, all of whom recently were recognized at an MCLA ceremony, are Deborah Hartwig (Early Childhood - more PR

MDBs' Joint Statement on Proposal for International Finance Facility for Education (10)

MANILA, Philippines, May 11 -- The Asian Development Bank issued the following news release: In 2015, the international community committed to the Sustainable Development Goals, including Goal 4, which is to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. That same year, in Addis Ababa, multilateral development banks committed to work together to assist countries to generate the needed financial resources. In this context, we welcome the proposal for the International Finance Facility for more PR

MDE Announces Student Testing Task Force Members, Application for Students (10)

JACKSON, Mississippi, May 9 -- The Mississippi Department of Education issued the following news release: The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) announced today members of the Mississippi Student Testing Task Force that will examine current student testing on the state and local school district levels and to determine best practices for monitoring student progress in meeting grade-level and subject area learning goals. Mississippi high school students, who will be seniors in the fall, have an opportunity to apply to be a member of the more PR

Menendez, Booker, Pascrell, Gottheimer Announce $13M to Support Head Start Programs in Bergen County (10)

NEWARK, New Jersey, May 7 -- The office of Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker and Congressmen Bill Pascrell, Jr. (N.J.-09) and Josh Gottheimer (N.J.-05) today announced that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $12,928,003 to support Head Start and Early Head Start programs for Bergen County Community Action Partnership, Inc. "Every child in New Jersey, regardless of which zip code they live in, deserves the opportunity for quality, early c more PR

Menendez, Booker, Pascrell, Gottheimer Announce $13M to Support Head Start Programs in Bergen County (10)

NEWARK, New Jersey, May 7 -- Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker and Congressmen Bill Pascrell, Jr. (N.J.-09) and Josh Gottheimer (N.J.-05) today announced that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $12,928,003 to support Head Start and Early Head Start programs for Bergen County Community Action Partnership, Inc. "Every child in New Jersey, regardless of which zip code they live in, deserves the opportunity for quality, early childhood educa more PR

Menendez, Booker, Pascrell, Gottheimer Announce $13M to Support Head Start Programs in Bergen County (10)

NEWARK, New Jersey, May 7 -- Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr., D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Bob Menendez (D-NJ) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Congressmen Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ-09) and Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-05) today announced that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $12,928,003 to support Head Start and Early Head Start programs for Bergen County Community Action Partnership, Inc. "Every child in New Jersey, regardless of which zip code they live in, deserves the opportunity for quality, early more PR

Meteorologist, Publishing Exec to Speak at Event (10)

LOWELL, Massachusetts, May 8 -- The University of Massachusetts's Lowell campus issued the following news release: A top executive with Scholastic Inc. - the multimillion-dollar publisher with rights to the "Harry Potter" and "The Hunger Games" series - and a Boston meteorologist will anchor UMass Lowell's 2018 Women's Leadership Conference. "The Power and Potential of Women" will bring together hundreds of professionals in business, education, government and the nonprofit sector interested in advancing their careers and enhancing their live more PR

Metro Chiefs Meet in San Antonio (10)

QUINCY, Massachusetts, May 10 -- The National Fire Protection Association issued the following news release: The Metropolitan "Metro" Fire Chiefs Association, a Section of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) held its 2018 annual conference in San Antonio, Texas May 4-10. More than 120 Metro chiefs from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States attended the conference and elected the Association's 2018-2019 officers and board members. The officers are: * Chief O more PR

Michael Card Named Interim Director of University Center-Sioux Falls (10)

VERMILLION, South Dakota, May 9 -- The University of South Dakota issued the following news: Michael Card, associate provost and dean of distance education at the University of South Dakota, has been named interim executive director at the University Center-Sioux Falls, effective June 22. Card takes the position vacated by Craig Johnson, who will become president of Ridgewater College, with campuses in Willmar and Hutchinson, Minnesota. University Center is located in northwestern Sioux Falls and provides local access to the state's public un more PR

Michael Wilson Named 2019 Special Services Teacher of the Year (10)

MADISON, Wisconsin, May 8 -- The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction issued the following news release: In a surprise ceremony at his school today, Michael Wilson, a school counselor at St. Croix Falls High School, was named Wisconsin's 2019 Special Services Teacher of the Year. State Superintendent Tony Evers made the announcement during an all-school assembly. As part of the Teacher of the Year honor, Wilson will receive $3,000 from the Herb Kohl Educational Foundation. "Our teachers wear many hats, yet their dedication to children more PR

Michele H. Jackson Recommended As New Dean of Lyman Briggs College (10)

EAST LANSING, Michigan, May 9 -- Michigan State University issued the following news release: Michele H. Jackson will be recommended as dean of Michigan State University's Lyman Briggs College. If approved by the MSU Board of Trustees, the appointment will be effective June 22. She will serve as dean designee beginning June 15. Jackson is currently the associate provost for the Office of University eLearning Initiatives at the College of William and Mary, as well as an associate professor in the Department of Educational Policy, Planning and more PR

Michelle Allen Named McBride Elementary School Principal for 2018-2019 School Year (10)

FORT BENNING, GEORGIA, May 9 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Education Activity issued the following news release: Lisa Brooks Coleman, the Georgia /Alabama Community Superintendent for the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Americas, has named Ms. Michelle Allen, the McBride Elementary School Principal for the 2018-2019 school year at Fort Benning, Georgia. Ms. Allen is currently the principal of Wilson Elementary School and has been for the past four years. During her tenure at Wilson Elementary, the school has made some no more PR

Michigan Discusses Child Welfare System Improvements and State's Plans to Address Remaining Challenges (10)

LANSING, Michigan, May 10 -- The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services issued the following news release: Michigan today discussed its continuing progress in reforming its child welfare system, including the state's successful compliance with federal requirements to reduce caseload sizes and improve education outcomes for children in foster care. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services was in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan today to update Judge Nancy G. Edmunds and listen to a report from fede more PR

Michigan Education Department Issues Memo on Alternative Education and Innovative Programs (10)

LANSING, Michigan, May 10 -- Venessa A. Keesler, deputy 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 Support Subject: Alternative Education and Innovative Programs (Hours and Days) Waivers 2018-19 Application Process and 2017-18 Required Report The State School Aid Act, Section 101(9) [MCL 388.1701], permits the St more PR

Michigan Education Department Issues Memo on Education-Related Professional Development Credit (10)

LANSING, Michigan, May 10 -- Venessa A. Keesler, deputy superintendent of the Michigan Department of Education, issued the following memo: To: Local and Intermediate School District Superintendents Public School Academy Directors Local Education Agency Principals From: Venessa A. Keesler, Ph.D., Deputy Superintendent Division of Educator, Student, and School Supports (DESSS) Subject: Education-Related Professional Development Credit for School Safety Training In light of recent school events around the nation, and in support of Goal #3 more PR

Michigan Education Department Issues Memo on Educational Technology Professional Development Opportunities (10)

LANSING, Michigan, May 10 -- Shelia A. Alles, interim state superintendent of the Michigan Department of Education, issued the following memo: To: Local and Intermediate School District Superintendents Public School Academy Directors From: Shelia A. Alles Interim State Superintendent Subject: Educational Technology Professional Development Opportunities Strategic Partnerships are a key focus area of the Michigan Top 10 in 10 Strategic Plan. The Michigan Department of Education (MDE), Office of Systems, Evaluation, and Technology (OSET), E more PR

Michigan Education Department Issues Memo on Social Studies Standards Public Comments (10)

LANSING, Michigan, May 10 -- Venessa A. Keesler, deputy 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 Subject: Update on the Social Studies Standards Public Comments The 2007 Michigan Social Studies Standards are updated and ready for public comment. In April 2014, Social Studies experts from across Michigan more PR

Michigan Education Department Issues Memo on Student Growth for Educator Evaluation (10)

LANSING, Michigan, May 10 -- Venessa A. Keesler, deputy superintendent of the Michigan Department of Education, issued the following memo: To: Local and Intermediate School District Superintendents Public School Academy Directors Local Education Agency Principals From: Venessa A. Keesler, Ph.D., Deputy Superintendent Division of Educator, Student, and School Supports (DESSS) Subject: Michigan Department of Education Workshop: Student Growth for Educator Evaluation The Office of Educator Excellence (OEE) strives to develop, support, and s more PR

Michigan Education Department Issues Memo on Teacher Appreciation Week (10)

LANSING, Michigan, May 10 -- Venessa A. Keesler, deputy superintendent of the Michigan Department of Education, issued the following memo: To: Local and Intermediate School District Superintendents Public School Academy Directors Local Education Agency Principals From: Venessa A. Keesler, Ph.D., Deputy Superintendent Division of Educator, Student, and School Supports (DESSS) Subject: Teacher Appreciation Week Please share this message with your teachers: We, at the Michigan Department of Education, along with the State Board of Educatio more PR

Michigan School Safety Reform Plan Introduced (10)

LANSING, Michigan, May 9 -- Michigan Association of School Boards issued the following news release: A coalition comprised of Michigan's top law enforcement and education groups today praised the introduction of new legislation aimed at preventing violence in the classroom. The legislative package, led by State Rep. Aaron Miller (R-Sturgis), is modeled after a proposal announced by the coalition in late March. The Michigan School Safety Reform Plan is based on clear, actionable strategies that are both effective and immediately achievable. " more PR

Mick Mulvaney Turns His Back on Student Borrowers, Closes Office of Students and Young Consumers (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- Consumer Action issued the following news release: Mick Mulvaney, acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), announced Wednesday that the Office of Students and Young Consumers will be collapsed into the Office of Financial Education, serving a devastating blow to the nearly 44 million student loan borrowers in the country. The Office of Students and Young Consumers was the only federal government agency solely focused on protecting borrowers from predatory actors in the student lending industry, more PR

Midwest Educators Learn About Army Career Possibilities at CDID (10)

FORT BENNING, Georgia, May 7 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: By Monica Manganaro Public Affairs More than a dozen educators from several Midwest states and beyond visited Fort Benning's Capabilities Development and Integration Directorate to see some of the latest technologies and learn about the highly technical careers the Army offers April 26 at Fort Benning, Georgia. The Recruiting Command Educators Tour, led by Col. Wayne Hertel, commander of U.S. Army 3rd Recruiting Brigade, included teachers and influencers from T more PR

MILITARY $1.46 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Discovery Education (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 11 -- Discovery Education, Silver Spring, Maryland, won a $1,459,500 federal contract from the Department of Defense Education Activity for supplemental online contents. more CTR

MILITARY $124,879 Federal Contract Awarded to Immedia (10)

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, May 12 -- Immedia Inc., Lantana, Florida, won a $124,879 federal contract from the U.S. Air Education and Training Command for audio-visual upgrades. more CTR

MILITARY $151,998 Federal Contract Awarded to Birmingham Industrial Construction (10)

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Mississippi, May 8 -- Birmingham Industrial Construction LLC, Alabaster, Alabama, won a $151,998 federal contract set aside for service-disable veteran-owned small business from the U.S. Air Education and Training Command for the removal and replacement of water main and asphalt at Hercules street. more CTR

MILITARY $25 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Comm-Works/Fortran (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 9 -- Comm-Works/Fortran LLC, Chantilly, Virginia, was awarded a share of a $25 million federal contract by the U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity for information technology network outfitting. more CTR

MILITARY $25 Million Federal Contract Awarded to New Tech Solutions (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 9 -- New Tech Solutions Inc., Freemont, California, was awarded a share of a $25 million federal contract by the U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity for information technology network outfitting. more CTR

MILITARY $25 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Pacific Star Communications (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 9 -- Pacific Star Communications Inc., Portland, Oregon, was awarded a share of a $25 million federal contract by the U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity for information technology network outfitting. more CTR

MILITARY $48,300 Federal Contract Awarded to Black Plumbing (10)

GOODFELLOW AIR FORCE BASE, Texas, May 12 -- Black Plumbing Co. Inc., Abilene, Texas, won a $48,300 federal contract set aside for small business from the U.S. Air Education and Training Command for the installation of pipes in the drain line of Bldg. 222. more CTR

MILITARY $49.5 Million Federal Contract Awarded to EcoTech Imaging (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 9 -- Dev Holdings dba EcoTech Imaging, San Diego, California, was awarded a share of a $49.5 million federal contract by the U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity for the replacement of interactive flat panels and outfitting. more CTR

MILITARY $49.5 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Futron (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 9 -- Futron Inc., Woodbridge, Virginia, was awarded a share of a $49.5 million federal contract by the U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity for the replacement of interactive flat panels and outfitting. more CTR

MILITARY $49.5 Million Federal Contract Awarded to New Tech Solutions (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 9 -- New Tech Solutions Inc., Freemont, California, was awarded a share of a $49.5 million federal contract by the U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity for the replacement of interactive flat panels and outfitting. more CTR

MILITARY $49.5 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Visual Systems Group (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 9 -- Visual Systems Group Inc., McLean, Virginia, was awarded a share of a $49.5 million federal contract by the U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity for the replacement of interactive flat panels and outfitting. more CTR

MILITARY $71,037 Federal Contract Awarded to Experience to Lead (10)

ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Georgia, May 10 -- Experience to Lead LLC, Charlotte, North Carolina, won a $71,037 federal contract from the U.S. Army for education and training services. more CTR

Minister Bruton Delivers Historic Reform of School Admissions (10)

DUBLIN, Ireland, May 9 -- The Ireland Department of Education and Skills issued the following news release: The Minister for Education and Skills Richard Bruton T.D. has today (Wednesday, 9th of May 2018) published three Report Stage amendments to the Education (Admission to Schools) Bill 2016 which will have a historic impact on how children access their local primary school. Today's announcement fulfils a key action in the Minister's Action Plan for Education, which aims to make Ireland's education and training service the best in Europe by more PR

Minister Mitchell O'Connor Gives Opening Address at First Technological Higher Education Association Colloquium in GMIT (10)

DUBLIN, Ireland, May 10 -- The Ireland Department of Education and Skills issued the following news release: Minister for Higher Education, Mary Mitchell O'Connor, T.D., opened the first annual Technological Higher Education Association (THEA) Colloquium in GMIT today (10th of May). The three core themes for the day revolve around a central theme of 'Engagement' and it brings together students, agencies, enterprises, further education, policy makers, and the voluntary sector to explore the reality of the 'Engaged Institution' and how to meet t more PR

Minnesota State Rep. Koznick Issues Statement on Gov. Dayton's Visit to Parkview Elementary (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 9 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following statement by Rep. Jon Koznick, R-Lakeville, on Gov. Mark Dayton's visit to Parkview Elementary: "I want to thank Governor Dayton for visiting Parkview Elementary in Lakeville--I'm proud that over the past two bienniums, House Republicans have worked with Governor Dayton to invest billions of increased funding into our schools. Despite the historic levels of funding, some schools still have a deficit. The causes vary--some schools have not adjusted to more PR

Minnesota State Rep. Schultz Issues Statement on University of Minnesota Board Vacancy (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 10 -- The Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus issued the following statement by Minnesota State Rep. Jennifer Schultz, D-Duluth: * * * Today, the Minnesota House and Senate held a joint convention to fill a vacancy on the University of Minnesota's Board of Regents. This followed a joint meeting of the House and Senate higher education committees on Monday when candidates for the First Congressional District position were screened. The joint committee recommended two of them: Mary Davenport, interim preside more PR

Minnesota Woman Honored by Goodwill Industries International (10)

SAINT PAUL, Minnesota, May 9 -- Goodwill Industries International, a 501(c)3 non-profit and a network of 164 community-based, autonomous organizations in the U.S., Canada and 13 other countries, issued the following news release: Maureen Gaedy has worked for Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota since 1997, but her longevity with organization is just one indication of her commitment and passion for its mission. Gaedy has weathered continuous change and unprecedented growth -- in her staff, territory, programs, participants, and role as an individual more PR

Missouri S&T One of the Nation's Best Values in Higher Education (10)

ROLLA, Missouri, May 10 -- Missouri University of Science and Technology issued the following news release: Missouri S&T is ranked again as one of the top schools in the nation for annual return on investment (ROI), according to the 2018 PayScale College ROI Report. Missouri S&T ranks sixth among public and private U.S. colleges and universities for annual ROI based on a graduate's earning potential over a 20-year period. Missouri S&T ranks first among Missouri's public colleges and universities and fifth among American public universities fo more PR

Missouri Students Honored by U.S. Department of Education (10)

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, May 10 -- The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education issued the following news release: Two Missouri high school students were chosen as members of the 54th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, as announced by the office of U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos. Michelle Li (Ballwin; Marquette High School, Chesterfield) and Alexander W. Donovan (Chesterfield; Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School, St. Louis) were named as Missouri's U.S. Presidential Scholars, joining 161 combined repre more PR

Moglia to CCU Graduates: Greatness Is Part of CCU's Destiny (10)

CONWAY, South Carolina, May 5 -- Coastal Carolina University issued the following news release: Head football coach Joe Moglia believes there are four principles in life that, if applied, provide a foundation upon which to build a successful life of leadership and impact, and he made sure Coastal Carolina University graduates knew what those principles were before they crossed the stage to receive their diplomas. "Stand on your own two feet," Moglia said. "Accept responsibility for yourself, and treat others with dignity and respect. Live wit more PR

Montana Students Advance to National Personal Finance Challenge (10)

HELENA, Montana, May 4 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis issued the following news release: For the first time, Montana will be represented at the National Personal Finance Challenge. Three students from Hellgate High School--Tanner Baldry, Calvin Beighle and Sawyer Keyes--will compete against other finalists in Lincoln, Neb., on May 12. More than 280 students from throughout Montana participated in the preliminary ONLINE! Challenge, but only the top six teams advanced to the state competition. The Montana Personal Finance Challenge more PR

Montgomery College's Dr. Stephen D. Cain Awarded 2018-19 Aspen Presidential Fellowship for Community College Excellence (10)

ROCKVILLE, Maryland, May 9 -- Montgomery College issued the following news release: Dr. Stephen D. Cain of Montgomery College has been awarded the prestigious Aspen Presidential Fellowship for Community College Excellence, a leadership program aimed at preparing the next generation of community college presidents. The fellowship is awarded by the Aspen Institute's College Excellence Program, an educational and policy studies organization based in Washington, D.C. that aims to advance higher education practices, policies, and leadership that s more PR

More Than 1,900 Advanced Degrees Conferred at UMass Amherst's 2018 Graduate Commencement (10)

AMHERST, Massachusetts, May 11 -- The University of Massachusetts's Amherst campus issued the following news: The Graduate School at the University of Massachusetts Amherst conferred 1,948 graduate degrees this morning at a Commencement ceremony that drew more than 1,000 graduates, along with approximately 3,500 family members and friends, to the William D. Mullins Memorial Center. A total of 357 doctoral degrees, 1,568 master's degrees and 23 educational specialist degrees were awarded to graduates of 76 degree programs. Twenty-three percen more PR

Morgan State University Receives $200,000 to Support Educational Opportunities for Nontraditional Students (10)

BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 11 -- Morgan State University issued the following news: The Morgan State University (MSU) Center for Continuing and Professional Studies (CCPS) has announced the award of a $200,000 grant from The Crankstart Foundation to continue its support of the University's scholarship program targeting nontraditional students residing in the state of Maryland. The Crankstart Foundation scholarships support adult students returning to complete bachelor's degrees. The current round of funding, coupled with the foundation's 2016-17 more PR

Most Oncologists Have Discussed Medical Marijuana With Patients (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 10 -- The American Society of Clinical Oncology issued the following news release: ASCO Perspective Andrew S. Epstein, MD, ASCO Expert in Patient Care "It's clear from this study that patients and their families want to know more about medical marijuana for the treatment of cancer-related symptoms, and often initiate discussions with their oncologists. We need to be prepared to have these conversations, and that means having research to support our recommendations. This study highlights the important need for more re more PR

Mother's Day Campaign: Local Charity Make Your Date Featured in Book by Comedian, 'Hey Mom' Author Louie Anderson (10)

DETROIT, Michigan, May 8 -- Wayne State University issued the following news release: Looking for something different than the usual flowers to show mom how much you cherish her this Mother's Day on May 13? Join the #MYDMomsMatter Campaign. Comedian Louie Anderson has teamed up with Make Your Date, a charity based in Detroit dedicated to ending premature birth and infant mortality, to celebrate Mother's Day and provide support for local moms-to-be. Make Your Date - Detroit's Plan to Reduce Preterm Birth, is featured in the three-time Emmy Awa more PR

Moxie Foundation Gift Invests in the Spirit of Creativity and Change at CCNY (10)

NEW YORK, May 10 -- The City University of New York's City College of New York issued the following news: The City College of New York is pleased to announce a major gift from the Moxie Foundation that will strengthen the College's capacity to prepare students for creative problem solving in the 21st century. The $2.73 Million gift will launch the Moxie Initiative, designed to support outside of the box thinking, experiential learning, and academic innovation throughout every discipline at the College. The gift's vision is that every student i more PR

MRAA Welcomes Liz Keener as Education Specialist (10)

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, May 8 -- The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas issued the following news release: The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas announced today the hiring of Liz Keener as the association's new Education Specialist. Keener has been involved in the boating industry for more than seven years, attending her first Marine Dealer Conference & Expo in 2010. While most recently serving as the communications and digital services specialist at Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. she previously served as the senior editor of B more PR

MU Establishes Teaching for Learning Center to Support Student Success, Further Advance Teaching Excellence (10)

COLUMBIA, Missouri, May 9 -- The University of Missouri issued the following news release: In a continuous effort to support student success at the state's only major public research and AAU institute, the University of Missouri today announced it will invest $750,000 to open a Teaching for Learning Center. The center, which already has a virtual presence, will provide professional development and teaching assistance programs for MU faculty, teachers and instructors. With a physical location, the center's staff will serve as a university-wide more PR

Muma Named Wichita State University Provost (10)

WICHITA, Kansas, May 7 -- Wichita State University issued the following news release: Richard Muma has been selected as Wichita State University's provost and chief academic officer, with responsibility for all of the university's teaching activities and about two-thirds of its budget and personnel. Muma has been serving as interim provost since January. All of the university's deans report to the provost, along with all enrollment and academic support functions. In announcing Muma's appointment, President John Bardo said today (Tuesday, May more PR

Muma Named Wichita State University Provost (10)

WICHITA, Kansas, May 8 -- Wichita State University issued the following news release: Richard Muma has been selected as Wichita State University's provost and chief academic officer, with responsibility for all of the university's teaching activities and about two-thirds of its budget and personnel. Muma has been serving as interim provost since January. All of the university's deans report to the provost, along with all enrollment and academic support functions. In announcing Muma's appointment, President John Bardo said today (Tuesday, May more PR

Munns and Allen Receive Honorary Degrees (10)

AIKEN, South Carolina, May 9 -- University of South Carolina's Aiken campus issued the following news release: Honorary degrees were conferred upon Vice Adm. (ret.) Charles Munns and Ernest R. Allen by the USC Board of Trustees of the University of South Carolina during the spring commencement at USC Aiken on May 9. "USC Aiken is extremely grateful for Admiral Munns' leadership and vision, while Mr. Allen's efforts have guaranteed that USC Aiken is well positioned to offer South Carolina employers young leaders who are articulate and critical more PR

Murphy Administration Announces Vo-Tech Partnership Grants (10)

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 7 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) today announced that nearly $3 million in New Jersey's County Vocational School District Partnership grants will be distributed among seven school districts. The County Vocational School District Partnership Grant Program is state-funded and supports county vocational-technical school districts that partner with business and industry, comprehensive K-12 school districts, and postsecondary institutions more PR

Murphy Administration Announces Vo-Tech Partnership Grants (10)

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 7 -- The New Jersey Department of Education issued the following news release: The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) today announced that nearly $3 million in New Jersey's County Vocational School District Partnership grants will be distributed among seven school districts. The County Vocational School District Partnership Grant Program is state-funded and supports county vocational-technical school districts that partner with business and industry, comprehensive K-12 school districts, and postsecondary insti more PR

Museum Holds 25th Anniversary Cleveland Luncheon (10)

CLEVELAND, Ohio, May 10 -- The U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum issued the following news release: The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum invites the Cleveland community to attend its annual"What You Do Matters" Cleveland Luncheon on Wednesday, May 23. This year's luncheon will commemorate the Museum's 25th Anniversary. Five hundred Clevelanders, including close to 100 Holocaust survivors, are expected to attend. Author Uki Goni and Museum Director Sara J. Bloomfield will deliver remarks at the event. "On the occasion of the United States more PR

MVCC to Host Conference on Transitioning to Adulthood for High School Students With Disabilities, Their Families, and Educators (10)

UTICA, New York, May 7 -- Mohawk Valley Community College issued the following news release: Mohawk Valley Community College will host a free conference on empowering transition through technology for students in grades 9-12 with disabilities, their families, and educators on Monday, May 21, in the Jorgensen Center Field House at its Utica Campus, 1101 Sherman Drive. While the transition from high school to adult life is challenging for many students, the experience can be especially difficult for those with disabilities. The Grow, Learn, and more PR

Myanmar Teachers, School Administrators Wrap Up Month-Long Educational Visit to Macomb (10)

MACOMB, Illinois, May 11 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: A group of 26 teachers and school administrators from Myanmar spent the last 30 days exploring educational opportunities as part of a partnership between Western Illinois University and the International Language and Business Centre (ILBC) of Myanmar. The Educational Leadership Institute held its closing ceremony Wednesday (May 9) in the Sherman Hall auditorium. The program began in 2014 after a memorandum of understanding was signed between WIU and th more PR

NABC Court of Honor Gala to Recognize Arne Duncan, John Rogers (10)

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, May 9 -- The National Association of Basketball Coaches issued the following news release: Arne Duncan, former U.S. Secretary of Education, and John W. Rogers, Jr., chairman and CEO of Ariel Investments, will receive Court of Honor Awards from the National Association of Basketball Coaches Foundation at the ninth Court of Honor Gala on Wednesday, June 20, 2018. The Gala will be held at Cipriani, 110 E. 42nd Street between Lexington and Park, in New York City. Additional information, including how to purchase tickets for more PR

NACAC College Openings Update: Space, Financial Aid, and Housing Still Available for Fall 2018 (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 3 -- The National Association for College Admission Counseling issued the following news release: More than 420 colleges and universities still have openings, financial aid, and housing available to qualified freshman and/or transfer students for the Fall 2018 semester, according to the annual College Openings Update released this morning by the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC). Now in its 31st year, the update is a tool for counselors, parents, and teachers to assist students who have not more PR

Nancy Fair-Szofran to Continue as SFCC Acting President (10)

SPOKANE, Washington, May 9 -- Community Colleges of Spokane issued the following news release: Community Colleges of Spokane (CCS) Chancellor Christine Johnson announced today Nancy Fair-Szofran will continue in her role as acting president of SFCC until July 2019. She has been serving in this role since the resignation of the former SFCC president in February. CCS conducted a nationwide search for a permanent president and announced two finalists last month. Both took part in extensive interviews and forums. "Both of the finalists are very more PR

NASBE's State Education Standard Explores School Turnaround Strategies (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 10 -- The National Association of State Boards of Education issued the following news release: The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) offers state policymakers an opportunity to reset how they address low-performing schools. States can capitalize on the added flexibility under ESSA and approaches already adopted in many states and districts to help struggling schools. The new issue of NASBE's award-winning journal, The State Education Standard, showcases a variety of these approaches for state boards of education and st more PR

NASCIO Members and Conference Attendees Give Back to Baltimore, Host City of the 2018 Midyear Conference (10)

LEXINGTON, Kentucky, May 7 -- The National Association of State Chief Information Officers issued the following news release: The National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO) provided a $11,011 donation to the Digital Harbor Foundation (DHF), a Baltimore organization dedicated to fostering learning, creativity, productivity and community through education. Donations were collected during the NASCIO Midyear Conference in Baltimore through the Give Back program to thank the host community. NASCIO state, corporate and nonprof more PR

Nation of Makers and IMLS to Host 2018 Capitol Hill Make Faire (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The Institute of Museum and Library Services issued the following news release: Washington, D.C., will celebrate the maker movement on Capitol Hill this June. Nation of Makers, along with the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Congressional Maker Caucus, will host the 2018 Capitol Hill Maker Faire (link is external) on Tuesday, June 12. This dynamic event, part of the National Week of Making (link is external) from June 11-17, will celebrate trends and drivers of the popular maker movement. "Making" embraces more PR

National Alumni Association Presents 2018 Alumni Awards (10)

JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, May 8 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news: The East Tennessee State University National Alumni Association presented its 2018 Alumni Awards on Friday, May 4, during the association's Awards Banquet and Annual Meeting, which is held as part of the university's spring commencement weekend. Outstanding Alumni Pamela Prince-Eason of the ETSU Class of 1985 was named Outstanding Alumna for her dedication to women's business leadership as illustrated in her many professional and personal roles. She more PR

National Building Museum Announces 2018 Honor Awardees (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The National Building Museum issued the following news release: The National Building Museum will present its Honor Award to Madison Marquette and Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington at its annual gala on May 31, 2018, for their transformative vision and profound commitment to our local communities. Amer Hammour, chairman and founder, Madison Marquette, and the 2018 Youth of the Year for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington, will accept the award on behalf of their organizations. The evening's festivities wil more PR

National Council for Preservation Education to Receive $26,807 from Interior (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service announced that it intends to award a $26,807 cooperative agreement to the National Council for Preservation Education for cultural resource management interns at Whiskeytown National Recreation Area in California. The agency description of the grant states: "Whiskeytown National Recreation Area Cultural Resource Management (WHIS CRM) Program is seeking two candidates to conduct historical research, field inventories, and prepare National Register Determinations o more ST

National Council for Preservation Education to Receive $83,028 from Interior (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service announced that it intends to award a $83,028 cooperative agreement to the National Council for Preservation Education for interns at the Cane River Creole National Historical Park in Natchitoches, Louisiana. The funding opportunity number is P18AS00213 (CFDA 15.946). more ST

National Endowment for the Arts Announces Grants to Support the Arts and Innovation Across the Country (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The National Endowment for the Arts issued the following news: In pursuit of its commitment to advance the creative capacity of people and communities across the nation, the National Endowment for the Arts announces its second round of funding for FY 2018. This funding round includes annual partnerships with state, jurisdictional, and regional arts agencies as well as the categories of Art Works, Creativity Connects, Our Town, and Research: Art Works. The NEA will award 1,071 grants totaling $81.76 million to support progr more PR

National Group Honors UHV Vice President With Award (10)

VICTORIA, Texas, May 10 -- The University of Houston's Victoria campus issued the following news release: When Jay Lambert was told he was going to receive an award from a national association for being an outstanding and inspirational leader, it was a welcome surprise. Lambert, the University of Houston-Victoria vice president for student affairs, received the NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education's John Jones Award for Outstanding Performance as a Senior Student Affairs Officer for Region III, which includes Texas and m more PR

National Kidney Foundation and TMF Quality Innovative Institute Team-Up to Prevent Kidney Disease Through Screening and Education (10)

NEW YORK, May 9 -- The National Kidney Foundation issued the following news release: The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is partnering with TMF Health Quality Institute to improve chronic kidney disease (CKD) treatment through increased screening and education. The special innovative project, administered through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), will promote and increase timely screening, early diagnosis and treatment of chronic kidney disease (CKD). NKF's first training program for primary care givers will be a continuin more PR

National Nurses Week: Lipscomb's School of Nursing Prepares Next Generation of Servant Nurses, Has 100% Placement Rate for Class of 2017 (10)

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 9 -- Lipscomb University issued the following news release: Every day nurses play a significant role in the nation's health care, and this week the nation is celebrating the profession as part of the American Nurses Association annual National Nurses Week celebration. National Nurses Week is celebrated May 6 -- National Nurses Day -- through May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. The purpose of this week is to highlight the many ways nurses work to improve health care. According more PR

National Park Service and Maritime Administration Announce $2.6 Million in Maritime Heritage Preservation (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration issued the following news release: The National Park Service announced today $2.6 million in maritime heritage grants to assist funding 34 preservation and education projects in 14 states and the Northern Mariana Islands. In partnership with the U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD), the National Park Service awarded grants for projects that teach about and preserve sites and objects related to our nation's maritime history. "Fr more PR

National Park Service, Maritime Administration Announce $2.6 Million in Maritime Heritage Preservation (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service issued the following news release: The National Park Service announced today $2.6 million in maritime heritage grants to assist funding 34 preservation and education projects in 14 states and the Northern Mariana Islands. In partnership with the U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD), the National Park Service awarded grants for projects that teach about and preserve sites and objects related to our nation's maritime history. "From e more PR

National PTA Honors Students for Talents and Creativity in the Arts (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 7 -- The National Parent Teacher Association issued the following news release: National PTA is pleased to announce the winners of its 2017-2018 Reflections(R) student art awards program. Seven students from across the country have been honored with the Outstanding Interpretation Award, and nearly 200 students have been recognized with Awards of Excellence and Merit. The awards honor creative interpretations of the theme "Within Reach" in the areas of special artist, dance choreography, film production, literature, mu more PR

National Security Agency, Department of Homeland Security Has Designated MCC a National Center of Academic Excellence for Cybersecurity (10)

OMAHA, Nebraska, May 11 -- Metropolitan Community College issued the following news release: Metropolitan Community College has been designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense two-year education (CAE2Y) through academic year 2023 by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security. The College was selected for the designation after the NSA conducted a thorough review of College's cybersecurity curriculum. "The designation of National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense two-year educati more PR

National Teacher Day Honors America's Educators (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The National Education Association issued the following news release: Throughout National Teacher Appreciation Week, May 7-11, students, parents and communities across the country are expressing their gratitude to educators and acknowledging the crucial role they play in inspiring students curiosity and instilling a lifelong love of learning. This year, National Teacher Appreciation Week coincides with a tremendous outpouring of teacher activism, and the NEAthe largest union in the United Statesis recognizing teachers for more PR

National University and San Diego Padres Honor Local Teachers at Teacher Appreciation Night (10)

SAN DIEGO, California, May 8 -- National University issued the following news release: In recognition of exceptional PreK-12 teachers, National University joins the San Diego Padres in honoring San Diego County teachers as the presenting partner of the Padres' Annual Teacher Appreciation Night at their May 11 game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Petco Park. During an on-field presentation, the Padres and National University will recognize San Diego County's 46 newly-named District Teachers of the Year, as well as the reigning 2018 Teachers more PR

NAU Faculty Complete ACUE's Nationally Accredited Program in Effective Teaching (10)

FLAGSTAFF, Arizona, May 10 -- Northern Arizona University issued the following news: Several Northern Arizona University faculty members have completed the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) certificate in effective college instruction. NAU offered the program to further enhance faculty's members' teaching skills. Thirty-nine participants completed 25 rigorous modules equivalent to a 3-credit graduate course. Participants were provided with transferable tips and tools to improve different aspects of teaching. This training more PR

Naugatuck Valley Community College Foundation Inaugurates Scholarship Breakfast (10)

WATERBURY, Connecticut, May 7 -- Naugatuck Valley Community College issued the following news release: Naugatuck Valley Community College Foundation hosted its first leadership breakfast, Supporting Education, on Wednesday, April 25, 2018. The program emceed by Charles Pagano, Jr., Fundraising Committee Chair, NVCC Foundation, featured a keynote address by George Bodenheimer, Current Acting Chair and Former President and Executive Chairman of ESPN, Author, "Every Town is a Sports Town: Business Leadership at ESPN, from the Mailroom to the Boa more PR

Naviance Assists Northern Illinois University Education Systems Center in Creating CCR Requirements (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 -- Hobsons issued the following news release: The Illinois State Board of Education recently announced the Every Student Succeeds Act State Plan requirements for College and Career Readiness. The ESSA State Plan establishes a multi-factor approach to measuring student readiness upon high school graduation, which all public schools and districts will be required to follow. Naviance by Hobsons serves more than 40 percent of high school students in Illinois and supports several of the largest districts in the state, in more PR

Naviance by Hobsons Named SIIA Education Technology CODiE Award Finalist for Best CCR Solution (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 9 -- Hobsons issued the following news release: Hobsons, the education technology leader, today announced that Naviance was named a 2018 SIIA CODiE Award finalist in the Best College & Career Readiness Solution category. Finalists represent applications, products and services from developers of educational software, digital content, online learning services and related technologies across the PreK-20 sector. Naviance was the 2017 CODiE Award winner in this category in 2017. Naviance by Hobsons is the college and caree more PR

NCC Celebrates Adult High School and High School Equivalency Graduates (10)

ROCKY MOUNT, North Carolina, May 11 -- Nash Community College issued the following news release: Nash Community College celebrated the accomplishment of 105 High School Equivalency graduates at a commencement ceremony held Thursday, May 10, 2018 in Brown Auditorium. Quoting Ecclesiastes 9:11, student speaker Rakenza Whitaker encouraged fellow graduates saying, "The race is not given to the swift nor the strong, but the one who endureth till the end." Whitaker, 47, owns a disc jockey company and mentors youth interested in becoming a DJ. He l more PR

NCEA Celebrates Women Religious During National Catholic Sisters Week (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 -- 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 service have lived and taught the faith to generations more PR

NCEA Seton Award Honoree Barbara Bush Is Remembered for Her Impact on Education (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 -- The National Catholic Educational Association issued the following news release: The National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and Catholic school communities across the nation offer prayers for the passing of Barbara Bush and give thanks for her lasting legacy to education. The former first lady Barbara Bush was one of the first recipients of the NCEA Elizabeth Ann Seton Awards established in 1991. The Seton Awards were founded 27 years ago to honor exemplary individuals whose support and service impacts C more PR

NCTC Announces 2018 Student and Alumna of the Year (10)

THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minnesota, May 7 -- Northland Community and Technical College issued the following news release: Northland Community & Technical College (NCTC) proudly announces the 2018 Student and Alumna of the Year for the Thief River Falls campus, Madison Stenzel and Ivette Garett, respectively. Student of the Year Stenzel, a 2016 honors graduate from Clearbrook-Gonvick High School, pursued an associate's degree in Liberal Arts at NCTC and will graduate this May with a 4.0 GPA, earning the school's highest academic honors. She plans t more PR

NEA Announces Grants to Support the Arts and Innovation Across Tennessee (10)

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 9 -- The Tennessee Arts Commission issued the following news: In pursuit of its commitment to advance the creative capacity of people and communities across the nation, the National Endowment for the Arts announces its second round of funding for FY 2018. This funding round includes annual partnerships with state, jurisdictional, and regional arts agencies as well as the categories of Art Works, Creativity Connects, Our Town, and Research: Art Works. The NEA will award 1,071 grants totaling $80.5 million to support pr more PR

Nebraska Chamber of Commerce & Industry: Blueprint Nebraska Unveiled (10)

LINCOLN, Nebraska, May 11 -- The Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Industry issued the following news: On May 11, leaders in Nebraska business, agriculture, government and higher education launched "Blueprint Nebraska," a citizen-led, statewide economic development initiative. The effort seeks to establish a comprehensive and pro-active plan to stimulate the state's economic growth, competitiveness and prosperity, while building on its many strengths. Lance Fritz, the chairman, president and CEO of Union Pacific Corp. in Omaha, and Owen Palm, more PR

Nevada Department of Education Advances Protections for LGBTQ Students (10)

LAS VEGAS, Nevada, May 11 -- The Human Rights Campaign issued the following news release: Today, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the nation's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) civil rights organization, responded to the Nevada Department of Education's decision to move forward with a draft regulation requiring Nevada school districts to implement explicit policies protecting gender diverse students. "These protections are long overdue and can make all the difference to the countless transgender and gender diverse more PR

New CAP Report Outlines Slate of Progressive Policies for State, Local Leaders (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The Center for American Progress issued the following news release: A new report released today by the Center for American Progress outlines a slate of progressive policies for state and local elected leaders to pursue in order to help people secure good jobs and good wages and to support strong and healthy communities in which all people are treated fairly and equitably. CAP's report is intended to serve as a starting point for states and localities looking for progressive ideas in 2018 and beyond. It builds on proposals more PR

New County Human Resources Director Named (10)

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, May 7 -- Mecklenburg County issued the following news: Paula Woodhouse will be joining Mecklenburg County as the new director of Human Resources. Woodhouse brings more than 20 years of experience in human resources at all levels and in various capacities. Woodhouse comes to the County from the State of North Carolina, where she worked at the Department of Health and Human Services, the NC Office of State Human Resources and, most recently, as the director of Human Resources for the Office of the State Treasurer. Pr more PR

New Dean of Students Appointed (10)

COMMERCE, Texas, April 30 -- Texas A&M University-Commerce issued the following news release: A&M-Commerce has appointed Dr. Thomas Newsom as the Associate Vice President of Student Affairs and Dean of Students. Provost Dr. John Humphreys calls the hire "very positive for the university, as [it] will strengthen the university and allow Student Affairs to further develop an environment that promotes student engagement and success." He went on to say, "Dr. Newsom's experience, skills, and knowledge will lead Student Affairs to a higher level of more PR

New Deputy and Assistant Superintendents, New Chief Operating Officer Named for Albemarle County Public Schools (10)

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, May 8 -- Albemarle County Public Schools issued the following news: Debora Collins, the Assistant Superintendent for Student Learning for Albemarle County Public Schools (ACPS), has been appointed as the school division's Deputy Superintendent, effective July 1. She will succeed Dr. Matthew Haas, who will become the Superintendent of Schools on the same date. Dr. Haas is succeeding Dr. Pamela Moran, who announced her retirement earlier this school year. Dr. Clare Keiser, currently the Director of Educator Quality in more PR

New Grant Will Strengthen Paths to Industrial Management Degree (10)

DAYTONA BEACH, Florida, May 10 -- Daytona State College issued the following news release: A new $10,000 grant will help Daytona State College design a system that recognizes work-based experience and non-traditional business and industry certifications for students to pursue an associate of science degree in Industrial Management Technology (IMT). The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) awarded DSC the grant to work with local industry to develop pathways for employee advancement through education, wh more PR

New Jersey Department of Agriculture Honors Two Schools in Elizabeth for Fruit and Vegetable Program (10)

ELIZABETH, New Jersey, May 11 -- The New Jersey Department of Agriculture issued the following news release: New Jersey Department of Agriculture Secretary Douglas Fisher and USDA representatives today presented Jerome Dunn Academy and George Washington Academy with the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program VIP Award. The award program highlights schools in the United States Department of Agriculture's Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program that are doing an exceptional job at promoting fruits and vegetables and healthy lifestyles to their students. more PR

New Jersey Department of Agriculture, New York Jets Honor Play 60 'Eat Right, Move More' Champion (10)

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 8 -- The New Jersey Department of Agriculture issued the following news release: New Jersey Department of Agriculture Secretary Douglas H. Fisher along with New York Jets linebacker Brandon Copeland and the New York Jets Flight Crew Cheerleaders Friday visited Ocean Township Intermediate School to honor the school as the 2018 "Grand Champion" for the New Jersey Department of Agriculture's Jets PLAY 60 "Eat Right, Move More" program. The Jets PLAY 60 "Eat Right, Move More" program, a partnership between the Jets, the more PR

New Management Training for Immunisation Leaders Kicks-Off in Kigali (10)

KIGALI, Rwanda, May 7 -- PATH issued the following news release: Yale's Global Health Leadership Initiative (GHLI), the Rwanda-based University of Global Health Equity (UGHE), PATH, and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance have joined forces to strengthen national leadership and management of immunisation programmes in Gavi-supported countries. The Expanded Program on Immunisation Leadership and Management Programme (EPI LAMP) is an innovative management training course for immunisation leaders in developing countries. The programme will improve the man more PR

New Ohio State Graduates Already Filling the State's Most Competitive Jobs (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 9 -- Ohio State University issued the following news release: Thousands of new graduates of The Ohio State University are walking out of college and into a hot job market and helping employers fill critical roles. Ray Albertini's degree in economics was one of a record 11,907 degrees awarded on Sunday. He already has a job as a financial adviser at a local financial planning firm in Columbus. He wanted to be a teacher but found his calling in economics. "[Financial planning] is a good balance of a dorky side of me. You kn more PR

New Report Says Programs and Services for Children With Disabilities Should Coordinate Care Across Service Sectors, Focus on Long-Term Goals (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine issued the following news release: While a variety of services and programs exist to support the needs of children with disabilities and their families, a focus on achieving specific near- and long-term goals that help prepare for adulthood and coordination of care within and across service sectors are integral to encouraging healthy growth and development, says a new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. The committee that c more PR

New Report: Majority of California's Top 10 High Schools are Charter Public Schools (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, May 9 -- California Charter Schools Association issued the following news release: Today, U.S. News & World Report released their annual rankings of the best public high schools in California, of which seven of the top 10 high schools are charter public high schools. California charter public high schools represented 20 percent of the rankings' 2,185 best California high schools, demonstrating that California's charter public schools are meeting the needs of students and helping them achieve academic success. Congratu more PR

New Research: African-American Clergy's Attitude Toward Professional Mental Health Services (10)

NEW YORK, May 6 -- The American Psychiatric Association issued the following news release: African-American clergy have positive attitudes toward parishioners seeking mental health services, according to new research being presented today at the American Psychiatric Association's Annual Meeting here. Because of their influential role in the lives of parishioners, they can potentially help increase access to mental health care for those in need. Many people first turn to religious leaders when experiencing a mental health problem, and clergy c more PR

New School of Languages, Cultures and Race Formed (10)

PULLMAN, Washington, May 8 -- Washington State University issued the following news release: A strategic plan to realign two departments and several degree programs in the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) at Washington State University promises new opportunities in education, research and outreach for students and faculty university-wide. Approved by the WSU Board of Regents on Friday, the realignment will combine personnel and resources in the Department of Foreign Languages and Cultures (FLC) with those in the Department of Critical Cultu more PR

New Student Government Leaders Take the Helm (10)

WEST LIBERTY, West Virginia, May 9 -- West Liberty University issued the following news: As commencement approaches and another academic year draws to a close, new Student Government Association leaders begin their terms and are meeting today to map out next year. President Zachary Rhodes and Vice President Anna Malone were sworn in officially during the Spring Honors Convocation by Vice President of Student Services Scott Cook. Elected by students in April, the leaders are anxious to get busy. "I've been in SGA all the years that I've been more PR

New UN Report Spotlights Gender-Sensitive Trade Policymaking in the East African Community (10)

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 9 -- The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development issued the following news release: East African nations can harness their trade policies to help empower women economically in the region, thanks to improvements in education, employment and other key areas, according to new research released by the United Nations and funded by The Netherlands through TradeMark East Africa. In a report entitled East African Community Regional Integration: Trade and Gender Implications, the United Nations Conference on Trade and De more PR

Newly Endowed Penn College Scholarship Benefits Veteran Students (10)

WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- The Pennsylvania College of Technology issued the following news: Pennsylvania College of Technology has a long-established history of supporting its military and veteran students. Now, thanks to the generous spirit of employees and students - and another boost from a local Veterans of Foreign Wars post - the Penn College Patriot Scholarship, which assists students who have served or are serving in the military, Reserves or National Guard - has reached endowment. The scholarship was established in Decembe more PR

Newman's Own Foundation Forms Native American Nutrition Cohort With First Convening in Santa Fe, New Mexico (10)

WESTPORT, Connecticut, May 8 -- Newman's Own Foundation issued the following news release: Newman's Own Foundation, founded by the late actor and philanthropist Paul Newman, today announced the formation of a Native American Nutrition Cohort, comprised of nine nonprofit organizations that focus on fresh food access and nutrition education in Native American communities around the country. The first convening is May 8 and 9 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. This is the second Nutrition Cohort formed by Newman's Own Foundation, aimed at creating greate more PR

NewYork-Presbyterian, in Collaboration With the FDNY, Expands Mobile Stroke Treatment Units to Queens and Brooklyn (10)

NEW YORK, May 8 -- Weill Cornell Medical College issued the following news release: NewYork-Presbyterian, in collaboration with Weill Cornell Medicine, Columbia University Irving Medical Center and the Fire Department of New York (FDNY), is expanding its fleet of Mobile Stroke Treatment Units (MSTU) to Queens and Brooklyn. Thanks to a generous donation by the W.P. Carey Foundation, this makes NewYork-Presbyterian the first health system in the country to operate three of these advanced units. The MSTU is an emergency vehicle equipped to provi more PR

NGA, CCSSO Announce More States Awarded Grants to Strengthen Early Childhood Education Workforce (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The Council of Chief State School Officers issued the following news release: The National Governors Association (NGA) and the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) today announced that four additional states will receive grants and support to help develop a policy agenda to strengthen the quality of their early care and education (ECE) workforce, bringing the total to ten states. Michigan, Maryland, California, and Pennsylvania have now joined Arkansas, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Montana and North Carolina. Res more PR

Nichols College Celebrates Class of 2018 at Commencement Ceremony (10)

WORCESTER, Massachusetts, May 5 -- Nichols College issued the following news: At their May 5, 2018, graduation from Nichols College, 499 students in the Class of 2018 were advised by one of their own (who just happened to be a famous Hollywood movie producer) to never let fear stand in their way of pursuing their dreams. "You are all about to start new journeys into the real world, and although it sure is exciting, it can also be quite daunting," Louis A. Stroller--a 1963 Nichols graduate whose movie credits include "Scarface" and "Carlito's more PR

NLC Hosts Dr. Jill Biden for National Briefing on Building Equitable Pathways to Postsecondary and Workforce Success (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The National League of Cities issued the following news release: Today, representatives from six cities detailed how they have generated innovative and scalable models to increase access to locally-applicable postsecondary education and workforce training programs using multi-sector partnerships, policy levers and data to advance equitable economic growth at the National League of Cities (NLC) National Briefing on Mayoral Leadership for Building Equitable Pathways to Postsecondary and Workforce Success, featuring NLC Presi more PR

NMSU Students to Be Awarded Bachelor's, Advanced Degrees During Commencement Ceremonies This Weekend (10)

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, May 9 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news: More than 2,000 New Mexico State University students will be earning their bachelor's and advanced degrees this spring. Commencement weekend will begin Friday evening with a hooding ceremony for doctoral candidates at the Pan American Center at 6 p.m. Friday, May 11. Following that, students receiving their bachelor's and master's degrees will be honored Saturday, May 12, during two ceremonies. The first ceremony will take place at 9 a.m. and candidates f more PR

North Carolina's Deep Tax Cuts Impeding Adequate School Funding (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The Center on Budget & Policy Priorities issued the following news release: North Carolina teachers plan to hold a "March for Students and Rally for Respect" on May 16 - the first day of the new legislative session -- to protest low pay and inadequate school funding. As in Oklahoma and Arizona, excessive tax cuts have made it harder for North Carolina policymakers to devote adequate resources to K-12 public education. North Carolina enacted sweeping tax cuts in 2013 that already have cost billions of dollars, with more t more PR

North Central Missouri College Named as a Military Friendly School (10)

TRENTON, Missouri, May 10 -- North Central Missouri College issued the following news: North Central Missouri College has earned the 2018-19 Military Friendly(R) School designation by Victory Media. Each year, the list of Military Friendly(R) Schools is provided to veterans and their families, helping them select the best college, university, or trade school to receive the education and training needed to pursue a civilian career. "We are very pleased to hear of this designation," said Dr. Kristen Alley, Associate Vice President of Student Af more PR

Northwest Florida State College Holds Teacher Education Pinning Ceremony (10)

NICEVILLE, Florida, May 9 -- Northwest Florida State College issued the following news: The Teacher Education Department at Northwest Florida State College held a pinning ceremony Friday, May 4, 2018, to recognize graduates that completed the Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education, the Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education, the Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and the Bachelor of Science in Middle Grades General Science. Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education program successfully complete more PR

Northwest MI-BEST Health Care Assistant Class Makes History (10)

SENATOBIA, Mississippi, May 9 -- Northwest Mississippi Community College issued the following news: Northwest Mississippi Community College's Fall 2017 Mississippi Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training (MI-BEST) Health Care Assistant class has earned its place in history as the first class of its kind in Mississippi to achieve a 100 percent pass rate on both their state board certification exams and high school equivalency tests (HSEs). "We are extremely proud of them," said Elizabeth Kairit, MI-Best coordinator. Kairit said that the more PR

Northwestern Faculty Awarded Grants for Summer Scholarship (10)

ORANGE CITY, Iowa, May 7 -- Northwestern College issued the following news release: Dr. Fan Fei, assistant professor of business and economics, is among nine professors who will conduct research this summer with funding from the Northwestern College Scholarship Grants program. Nine Northwestern College professors will conduct research and pursue further study this summer with funding from the Northwestern College Scholarship Grants program. The awards, ranging from $1,300 to $3,300, are designed to encourage the production of scholarship work more PR

Notice of Funding Opportunity: Bioethics and Disability Report Series (10)

WASHINGTON, May 4 -- The National Council on Disability issued the following notice of funding opportunity for a cooperative agreement (No. NCD-18-02): Authority: Section 401, Title IV of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended Full Proposal Deadline: 5:00 p.m. (submitter's local time), June 4, 2018. Late applications will not be considered. Deliver 1 hard-copy of business and technical proposals to: National Council on Disability 1331 F Street, NW, Suite 850 Washington, DC 20004 ATTN: Ana Torres-Davis Deliver electronic Word and PDF more PR

Notice of Funding Opportunity: Institutionalization of Persons With Disabilities During and After Disasters (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The National Council on Disability issued the following notice of funding opportunity on institutionalization of persons with disabilities during and after disasters (No. NCD-18-03): Authority: Section 401, Title IV of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended Full Proposal Deadline: 5:00 p.m. (submitter's local time), June 5, 2018. Late applications will not be considered. Deliver 1 hard copy of business and technical proposals to: National Council on Disability 1331 F St. NW., Suite 850 Washington DC 20004 Attn: A more PR

Notice of Meeting for the TSPC Rules Advisory Committee (10)

SALEM, Oregon, May 7 -- The Oregon Teachers Standards and Practices Commission issued the following news release: The Rules Advisory Committee for the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission will hold a meeting in Salem, Oregon on May 15, 2018. Date/Time: May 15, 2018 9 am to 12 pm Location: Roth's Fresh Market (IGA)** 1130 Wallace Rd NW Salem (West), Oregon 97304 Remote Access: Remote participation is available for this meeting. Please contact Tamara Dykeman if you are interested in attending in-person or remotely. Purpose of the M more PR

Notre Dame Joins Effort to Assess Early Childhood Needs in St. Joseph County (10)

NOTRE DAME, Indiana, May 9 -- Notre Dame issued the following news release: The University of Notre Dame is partnering with Ready to Grow St. Joe to assess the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of children age birth to eight in St. Joseph County -- part of an effort to better inform future health prevention and intervention efforts in the county, where 30 percent of young children live in poverty. Financed with a $25,000 Community Health Partnerships grant from the Indiana Clinical and Transitional Sciences Institute, the more PR

Novo Nordisk and Discovery Education Announce 'Super Health, Super You' National Community Health Challenge Winners (10)

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, May 9 -- Discovery Education, a division of Discovery Communications, issued the following news release: Novo Nordisk, a global health care leader in diabetes care and Discovery Education, the leading provider of digital content and professional development for K-12 classrooms, today announced the 2017 Super Health, Super You Community Health Challenge winners in celebration of thriving, healthy and active school communities across the United States. The Super Health, Super You Community Health Challenge, designed to more PR

NSBE Executives Receive 'Best Paper Award' (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 7 -- The National Society of Black Engineers issued the following news: NSBE Executive Director Karl W. Reid, Ed.D., and NSBE Senior Director of Programs Greg Meeropol were among the award recipients at the first annual conference of the Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity (CoNECD), in Crystal City, Va. Dr. Reid, Meeropol and four other authors received a Best Paper Award at the CoNECD Conference on May 1, for their work titled "Maximizing Accessibility: Providing Summer Engineering Experienc more PR

NSF Issues Statement on Teacher Appreciation Week (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 9 -- The National Science Foundation issued the following press statement by William J. Lewis, acting assistant director for the Directorate for Education and Human Resources, on the Teacher Appreciation Week: "In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the NSF Directorate for Education and Human Resources want to acknowledge and celebrate the nation's science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) teachers for their dedicated service to STEM education. We understand the c more PR

NSU Research Scientist Named to the National Academy of Sciences (10)

FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida, May 7 -- Nova Southeastern University issued the following news release: Research scientist Stephen J. O'Brien, Ph.D. has accomplished something no one else has done in the more than 50-year history of Nova Southeastern University (NSU) - he's the first to be elected as a member of the National Academy of Sciences. "It's a special honor to be recognized by my peers and colleagues," said O'Brien, who is a professor in NSU's Halmos College of Natural Sciences and Oceanography. "The call from my dear friends who shepher more PR

Number of Louisiana Students Graduating From High School Reaches All-Time High (10)

BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, May 10 -- The Louisiana Department of Education issued the following news release: More Louisiana students than ever before graduated from high school in four years, according to results released today by the state's Department of Education, as the statewide four-year graduation rate increased from 77 percent in 2016 to 78.1 percent in 2017. The graduation rate has increased by 5.8 percentage points since 2012 and by 12.1 percentage points since 2008. The percentage of students earning college credit and credentials va more PR

Nursing Program Receives Professional Nurses Association Honorary Recognition Award (10)

STONE RIDGE, New York, May 10 -- SUNY Ulster Community College issued the following news release: The SUNY Ulster Nursing Program was presented with the 2018 Professional Nurses Association of Ulster County (PNA) Honorary Recognition Award at their annual awards dinner last night in Kingston. The PNA Honorary Recognition Award recognizes an agency which has rendered distinguished services or valuable contributions to the nursing profession. This award comes as the nursing program celebrates its 50th anniversary of service to the Ulster County more PR

NYCxDESIGN 2018 Kicks Off Today (10)

NEW YORK, May 11 -- The New York City Economic Development Corp. issued the following news release: New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) today kicked off the start of NYCxDESIGN 2018, New York City's annual celebration of design. The launch of the sixth edition of the program, held at Design Pavilion in Times Square, previewed hundreds of events happening around the city from May 11 to 23, 2018. Hosted at venues throughout the five boroughs, the celebration of design unites culture, education, and entertainment with a wide a more PR

Obasanjo's Book More Than a Memoir (10)

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, May 10 -- The College of William and Mary issued the following news story: Iyabo Obasanjo watched in shock and terror as gunmen pumped bullet after bullet into an automobile following behind the car in which she was a passenger. Five people, two of them children, were killed. The vehicle under attack belonged to her. But for a last-second switch so that Obasanjo could continue a conversation with a friend named Bisola, it would have been carrying her to celebrate her father's 2003 election as president of Nigeria. "As more PR

Oceanside Charitable Foundation Awards $63,300 to Strengthen Quality of Life for Local Youth and Families (10)

SAN DIEGO, California, May 10 -- Oceanside Charitable Foundation, an affiliate of The San Diego Foundation, issued the following news release: Oceanside Charitable Foundation (OCF), an affiliate of The San Diego Foundation, today announced $63,300 in grants that will increase support for underserved residents in the community and provide more opportunities for youth and families to thrive. The grants were announced at the Annual OCF Grant Awards Celebration at the Oceanside Museum of Art on May 9. "Oceanside is known as one of the most divers more PR

Ohio Professor Sends Seeds to Space and Conducts Educational Outreach on Earth (10)

ATHENS, Ohio, May 8 -- Ohio University issued the following news release: While Ohio University Professor Sarah Wyatt waits for her latest experiment to return from the International Space Station, she's gearing up for a different level of student. On Saturday, May 12, she'll lead the fifth Tech Savvy OHIO conference, a program that encourages girls to increase interest in future education and careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) by introducing them to these topics of study and demystifying some of the college admission more PR

Oklahoma's Edmond Public Schools Chooses Discovery Education to Support New Digital Conversion Strategy (10)

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, May 9 -- Discovery Education, a division of Discovery Communications, issued the following news release: Oklahoma's Edmond Public Schools (EPS) today announced it has chosen Discovery Education, the leading provider of digital content and professional development for K-12 classrooms, to support the implementation of the district's Digital Conversion Strategy. This new six-year partnership, which provides a unique combination of customized professional learning services and the award-winning Math Techbook to teachers an more PR

Oklahoma, Illinois Students to Link Up With NASA Astronauts on Space Station (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- NASA issued the following news release: Students from Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Edwardsville, Illinois, will have the opportunity to talk with astronauts on the International Space Station next week as part of NASA's Year of Education on Station. The two 20-minute, Earth-to-space calls will air live on NASA TV and the agency's website. NASA astronauts Ricky Arnold and Drew Feustel will answer questions about life aboard the space station, NASA's deep space exploration plans and conducting science in space during both opportun more PR

Oklahomans Will Have Clearer View of School Finances as Gov. Fallin Signs Financial Transparency Legislation (10)

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 10 -- The Foundation for Excellence in Education issued the following news release: Oklahoma parents and leaders will soon have access to enhanced information on how much funding a school is receiving, average per-pupil spending and other information after Governor Mary Fallin signed House Bill 2860 today. "Parents, school leaders, policymakers and community members deserve access to transparent financial data on how much funding is being generated and how that funding is being spent at each school. When equipped wit more PR

Omer Named Superintendent at West Middlesex (10)

SLIPPERY ROCK, Pennsylvania, May 9 -- Slippery Rock University issued the following news: Raymond Omer, a 1993 Slippery Rock University graduate with a bachelor's degree in elementary education and environmental education, was recently hired as the superintendent of the West Middlesex Area School District. Omer also earned a master's degree in mentally and physically handicapped education from SRU in 1999. He is currently the principal of Mohawk Junior Senior High School in Lawrence County. He will begin his five-year term at WMASD July 1. more PR

Oncology Nurse Navigators Play Crucial Role in Patient Outcomes (10)

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- The Oncology Nursing Society issued the following news: From diagnosis through treatment and into survivorship, the cancer journey is extremely complex for patients. According to the Oncology Nursing Society's (ONS's) new position statement, "Role of the Oncology Nurse Navigator Throughout the Cancer Trajectory," oncology nurse navigators (ONNs) are crucial to the successful outcomes of patients with cancer. Through clinical expertise, care coordination skills, and leadership abilities, ONNs are able to guide more PR

Oncology Nurse Navigators Play Crucial Role in Patient Outcomes (10)

Ontario Supporting Indigenous Students at Lakehead University (10)

OTTAWA, Ontario, May 7 -- The Canadian Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development issued the following news release: Ontario is supporting community building, economic growth and reconciliation in the north by investing in an Indigenous learning centre that will offer expanded access and supports for students. The Gichi Kendaasiwan Centre will provide Indigenous students with an environment that is focused on student and community well-being and that reflects Indigenous identity and culture. The centre will also help boost educatio more PR

Operation Lifesaver to Receive $2.5 Million from Federal Highway Administration (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration announced that it intends to award a $2.5 million cooperative agreement to the Operation Lifesaver Inc. for the provision of public information and education programs to prevent motor vehicle and non-motor vehicle roadway users' crashes, injuries, and fatalities. The funding opportunity number is 693JJ318NF00004 (CFDA 12.200). For more information, contact Freida Byrd, 202/366-6547, Freida.Byrd@dot.gov. more ST

Opportunities Under Siege - National Charter Schools Week 2018: an Open Letter From Jeanne Allen (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Center for Education Reform issued the following news release: In the 27+ years since the founding of the charter school movement, tremendous progress has been made in the number of schools established, and in the wealth of innovative opportunities they offer to children, families, teachers and communities. In the 25 years CER has been leading the fight for innovation and opportunity in education, we've been privy to the best hearts and minds that one could ever hope to bring together under one tent to serve children more PR

Oracle Raises the Bar With New Free Platinum-Level Support Services for Fusion Cloud Applications (10)

REDWOOD SHORES, California, May 7 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release: Oracle (NYSE: ORCL) CEO, Mark Hurd today unveiled new customer support offerings designed to help customers get more value from Oracle Fusion SaaS applications including Fusion ERP, EPM, HCM, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Sales and Service. Hurd described Oracle's new SaaS Support Services as a new standard in the SaaS industry, designed to ensure customer success. "As the software industry moves to the cloud, our appl more PR

ORAU Sponsors More Than 500 Middle School Students to Compete in Pellissippi State Community College Math Competition (10)

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, May 7 -- The Oak Ridge Associated Universities issued the following news release: More than 500 local middle school students arrived at Pellissippi State Community College on Friday with sharpened pencils and calculators in hand, prepared to put their math skills to the test in the 18th annual Pellissippi State Middle School Mathematics Contest, which ORAU has sponsored for the last 15 years. Sixty student participants walked away with prizes for top-level scores. This year, students in sixth, seventh and eighth grades r more PR

Oregon Educator Named Sandra Day O'Connor Award Recipient by the National Center for State Courts (10)

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, May 8 -- The National Center for State Courts issued the following news release: Marilyn Cover, Executive Director of Oregon's Classroom Law Project, has been named recipient of the 2018 Sandra Day O'Connor Award for the Advancement of Civics Education, presented annually by the National Center for State Courts. The award honors an organization, court, program, or individual who has promoted, inspired, improved, or led an innovation or accomplishment in the field of civics education related to the justice system. The d more PR

OSHA Issues Direct Final Rule Revising Beryllium Standard for General Industry (10)

WASHINGTON, May 4 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued the following news release: The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) today issued a direct final rule (DFR) clarifying aspects of the beryllium standard for general industry as it applies to processes, operations, or areas where workers may be exposed to materials containing less than 0.1% beryllium by weight. The DFR clarifies the definitions of Beryllium Work Area, emergency, dermal contact, and beryllium contamination. I more PR

OSHA Schedules Meeting to Request Comments on Whistleblower Issues in the Railroad and Trucking Industries (10)

WASHINGTON, May 3 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued the following news release: The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has scheduled a meeting June 12, 2018, in Washington, D.C., to solicit comments and suggestions from stakeholders in the railroad and trucking industries on whistleblower issues within the jurisdiction of the agency. OSHA seeks input on how the Agency can better deliver whistleblower customer service, and what kind of assistance the Agency can provide to help exp more PR

OSU President Calls for Continued Funding for OSU-Cascades (10)

BEND, Oregon, May 7 -- Oregon State University issued the following news: Oregon State University President Edward J. Ray today said that university leaders will work to secure state bonding to help support continued expansion of the OSU-Cascades campus and the construction of a student success center during the 2019 legislative session. Ray gave his annual OSU-Cascades State of the University address today to more than 400 people at the Riverhouse Convention Center OSU will seek legislative bonding authorization totaling $34.5 million, incl more PR

OTC Chancellor Invited to Federal Science Summit (10)

SPRINGFIELD, Missouri, May 9 -- Ozarks Technical Community College issued the following news release: Missouri community colleges will have a strong advocate at the State-Federal STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) Summit in Washington D.C. June 25-26. Ozarks Technical Community College Chancellor Hal Higdon will attend the summit hosted by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. According to the invitation letter from Jeff Weld, the senior policy advisor and assistant director of STEM education for the Office of Sc more PR

OU Students Receive National Security Education Program Award for International Study (10)

NORMAN, Oklahoma, May 7 -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news release: University of Oklahoma senior James Ratcliff and OU junior Libby Trowbridge recently were selected as recipients of the prestigious Boren Award for International Study, sponsored by the National Security Education Program. Thirty-four OU students have received the award since the program began in 1994. Boren Scholarships are named for David L. Boren, OU's 13th President and former Oklahoma Governor and U.S. Senator, who helped establish in the U.S. Senate more PR

Outstanding USC Aiken Faculty Recognized by Peers, Students (10)

AIKEN, South Carolina, May 8 -- University of South Carolina's Aiken campus issued the following news release: Several members of the University of South Carolina Aiken faculty earned awards, which were presented May 2. Dr. Katie Smith earned the Scholarly Activity Award. In the past five years, she has published two peer-reviewed book chapters, two articles in scholarly journals, six reviews of scholarly editions in her field, reviewed the manuscripts of three books for academic presses, given three presentations at academic conferences, an more PR

Outstanding Women in Public Education Selected to Participate in 2018 AASA National Women's Leadership Consortium (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The American Association of School Administrators issued the following news release: Twenty women superintendents and five successful women leaders from the nonprofit community have been selected to participate in the 2018 AASA National Women's Leadership Consortium. Established in 2016 by The School Superintendents Association as part of the Women in School Leadership Initiative, the Consortium is designed to bring together successful women leaders to identify and address barriers women face when aspiring to top leaders more PR

Owens Delivers Dream Speech to Tech Graduates (10)

COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, May 5 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: For 35 years Carl Owens has been a dedicated faculty member at Tennessee Tech, helping move the College of Education forward in technology facilities and integration. With a long list of academic accolades, Owens had achieved almost everything he has set out to accomplish at Tech except for one thing -- give a commencement address. On Saturday, Owen's dream came to fruition as he spoke to more than 1,500 graduates during morning and afternoon more PR

Pace University Announces Commencement Speakers and Honorary Degree Recipients: Leaders in Law, Education, the Arts, Business and Philanthropy (10)

NEW YORK, May 7 -- Pace University issued the following news release: This year's commencement speakers and honorary degree recipients at Pace University are driving forces in business, law, philanthropy, education and performing arts. More than 2,000 students will walk in Pace graduation ceremonies at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels this year. In New York City, former Chancellor of the NYC Department of Education Carmen Farina will address undergraduates and the creator of Tony-award winning musical "Come from Away," Irene Sa more PR

ParaShoot - Short Film Marathon Throughout the Georgia (10)

TBILISI, Georgia, May 7 -- The U.S. Embassy in Georgia issued the following news release: The U.S. Embassy Tbilisi is proud to partner with the NGO Democracy Lab to launch ParaShoot, a short film challenge open to professional and first-time filmmakers throughout Georgia who want to use film to improve their country. The goal of the marathon is to bring key social topics to the forefront of public discussion by creating original documentary and narrative films in less than 72 hours. The marathon will also promote new faces in film industry and more PR

Partners Recognized for Stellar Engagement (10)

SEATTLE, Washington, May 11 -- Seattle Public Schools issued the following news: The Vietnamese Friendship Association (VFA) and Confucius Institute of the State of Washington (CIWA) were recognized on May 9 as premier partners by the Seattle School Board for their work in schools and positive impact in the lives of Seattle Public Schools students. Vietnamese Friendship Association Recognized as Premier Partner VFA is a non-profit organization established in 1978 to support the resettlement of Vietnamese refugees and immigrants adjusting to more PR

PCMA Education Foundation Visionary Awards Honor 2018 Leaders in Business Events (10)

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The Professional Convention Management Association issued the following news release: Tonight the PCMA Education Foundation honored three industry stars with 2018 Lifetime Achievement Awards and revealed winners of the 2018 Professional Excellence Awards. More than 1,000 leaders in the business events industry attended the premier industry recognition event at the Marriott Marquis Washington, D.C. From the red carpet to the awards stage and then on to a swinging after-party featuring the Matchmakers, the evening was a bla more PR

PCMA President and CEO Unveils New Vision and European Plans at IMEX in Frankfurt 2018 (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 1 -- The Professional Convention Management Association issued the following news release: New PCMA President and CEO Sherrif Karamat will discuss his vision for the organization and the business events industry, including engagement in Europe, at IMEX in Frankfurt. Karamat will talk about Ascent, PCMA's new initiative to promote an inclusive business culture aimed at educating and empowering business events strategists globally. He will invite fellow CEOs to join him in signing the Ascent CEO Promise, a commitment to c more PR

Penn College NOW Dual-Enrollment Program Reaccredited (10)

WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, May 10 -- The Pennsylvania College of Technology issued the following news: Pennsylvania College of Technology's Penn College NOW dual enrollment program - which provided $2.7 million of college credits free to Pennsylvania high school students in 2016-17 - received reaccreditation from the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships, the organization announced on May 2. Penn College NOW was established by the college in 2005 to provide Penn College courses to high school students at their schools or ca more PR

Penn State Health on Track for More Renovations, Improved Patient Services (10)

HERSHEY, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- Penn State Health issued the following news: Penn State Health is moving forward with significant construction and renovation projects that will allow the health system to better meet the health care needs of the community and create greater opportunities to advance biomedical and health science research and education. The Penn State Board of Trustees approved today the final project plans and funds to fit out the second and third floors of the Emergency Department, as well as architect selection for the sevent more PR

Pennsylvania Student Named Presidential International Scholar (10)

SPARTANBURG, South Carolina, May 8 -- Wofford College issued the following news: "Para ti" are two simple Spanish words that mean "for you." They may be simple words, but they are powerful and inspiring to Lydia Estes, a Wofford College sophomore who was named today (Tuesday, May 8) as Wofford's 35th Presidential International Scholar. The announcement was made by President Nayef Samhat during the annual Honors Convocation in which academic and leadership Awards are presented to students. As the Presidential International Scholar, Estes, a S more PR

Pennsylvanians Oppose Taxpayer Funds for Private Schools, Support Resources for Struggling Public Schools (10)

MECHANICSBURG, Pennsylvania, May 10 -- Pennsylvania School Board Association issued the following news release: The results of a new public opinion poll show most Pennsylvanians are opposed to giving parents taxpayer-funded vouchers to send their children to private schools and prefer investing state funds to strengthen resources to help public schools. The poll, conducted for the Pennsylvania School Boards Association by Terry Madonna Opinion Research, presents the findings of a survey of 667 Pennsylvania voters conducted April 5-23, 2018. more PR

Perez Named Dean of Nebraska Engineering (10)

LINCOLN, Nebraska, May 10 -- The University of Nebraska's Lincoln campus issued the following news release: After serving nearly two years in an interim position, Lance C. Perez has been named dean of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Engineering. Donde Plowman, executive vice chancellor and chief academic officer, made the announcement May 10. Perez will formally begin the appointment, which is pending Board of Regents approval, on May 15. "Lance has done an outstanding job leading Nebraska Engineering in an interim role and i more PR

Peter Seidler to Deliver Keynote Address at National University Southern California Commencement (10)

SAN DIEGO, California, May 11 -- National University issued the following news release: Peter Seidler, General Partner of the San Diego Padres, will be the keynote speaker at the May 19 Southern California Commencement of National University. Seidler, a leader in the San Diego community whose philanthropic efforts focus on helping the most vulnerable segments of the homeless population, will address approximately 20,000 attendees including graduates, their families and guests at Petco Park, which is the home of the Padres. Seidler, founder an more PR

PG&E Expands Support for Oakland, Stockton Student Scholarships Through Its Better Together: Investing in California's Youth Program (10)

SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 7 -- Pacific Gas and Electric Co., a subsidiary of Pacific Gas and Electric Corp., issued the following news release: Continuing to invest in its communities' youth and their future, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) today announced it is increasing its financial support for Oakland Promise and Stockton Scholars. The programs provide students with educational opportunities to help them pursue their dreams and build a better California. PG&E's support is through its Better Together: Investing in California's more PR

PGCC Announces Support for Maryland House Bill 16 Signed Into Law May 8 (10)

LARGO, Maryland, May 9 -- Prince George's Community College issued the following news: Prince George's Community College (PGCC) is pleased to announce that Maryland Governor Larry Hogan signed the Near Completers and Maryland Community College Promise Scholarships bill (HB 16) into law May 8, 2018. This law will effectively make the cost of pursuing a higher education more affordable for recent high school graduates and students who are near completing a college degree in the state of Maryland. Prince George's Community College President Dr. more PR

Pharmaceutical Society of Australia Expands Training Services (10)

CURTIN, Australia, May 10 -- The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia issued the following news release: The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) has today announced the launch of tailored workforce training as part of its commitment to the ongoing development of Australian pharmacy professionals. Chemist Warehouse Group is the first national pharmacy group to implement PSA's new training approach, after appointing PSA as its preferred training provider. PSA National President Dr Shane Jackson said: "Providing ongoing professional develo more PR

PHSC Opens Registration for Alternative Teacher Certification; Graduates 29 New Teachers (10)

NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, May 9 -- Pasco-Hernando Community College issued the following news release: Pasco-Hernando State College is accepting applications for individuals who want to pursue a career in teaching. The Educator Preparation Institute (EPI), an approved program by the Florida Department of Education, provides an alternative route to a Florida Professional Educator's Certification for those who already hold a baccalaureate degree and want to teach in grades K-12. This program is offered completely online where certification can b more PR

Poll: 91% of Maryland Voters Agree That States Must Act to Ensure Students Are Treated Fairly When Repaying Student Loans (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Center for Responsible Lending issued the following news release: Today, the Center for Responsible Lending (CRL) released a poll showing that 91% of Maryland voters agree that the State of Maryland to has a responsibly to protect residents with student loan debt. This includes high level of concern about the student loan debt crisis, and concerns about abusive practices by student loan servicers, such as Navient, which often deepen student's debt burden. The polling results also shows that only 12% of Marylanders bel more PR

PPP Critical for Building a Strong Education Infrastructure: Anil Swarup (10)

NEW DELHI, India, May 11 -- The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry issued the following news release: Mr. Anil Swarup, Secretary, School Education & Literacy, Ministry of HRD today said that the role of Public-Private Partnership (PPP) is vital for a robust pre-school education format. He was speaking at the conference FICCI ARISE 'Re-imagining Pre-school Education' organised by FICCI in Delhi today. FICCI Alliance for Re-Imagining School Education (FICCI ARISE) is a collegium of members representing various facets of the more PR

PRECS Internship Accepts Two of RLC's Top Minds (10)

INA, Illinois, May 7 -- Rend Lake College issued the following news release: Shayne Kempfer is one in ten. This summer, Kempfer will join nine other community college students at an elite internship program through the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and Parkland College called PRECS (Phenotypic Plasticity Research Experience for Community College Students). Kayla Kulinski was also one of ten. The Mt. Vernon native attended the same internship program during the summer of 2017. Together with Kempfer, they make RLC students two-for- more PR

Preparing for a Lifetime of Learning: the Early Childhood Initiative (10)

SALISBURY, Maryland, May 3 -- The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore issued the following news release: It's no secret that the years between birth to five are an important time for children. Education experts agree these years are critical to brain development, and yet many children entering Kindergarten are often unprepared for the next step in their education and development. When we ensure that all children are ready for kindergarten, we help to prepare them for a lifetime of learning. But according to the 2017-2018 Maryland Kinder more PR

President Bill Pink Elected to Higher Learning Commission Board (10)

GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, May 10 -- Grand Rapids Community College issued the following news release: Grand Rapids Community College President Bill Pink has been elected to the board of a nationally recognized, regional accreditation agency that ensures the quality and accountability of colleges and universities. Pink was elected to the board of trustees of the Higher Learning Commission, which oversees accreditation for degree-granting colleges and universities in 19 states. His term runs from September 2018 to August 2022. "This is a reflect more PR

President Shepard to Discuss Higher Education Opportunities With King of Zambia's Largest Ethnic Group (10)

SILVER CITY, New Mexico, May 7 -- Western New Mexico University issued the following news release: Western New Mexico University President Dr. Joseph Shepard will meet with His Majesty Chitimukulu Sosala Kanyanta Manga II, the king of Zambia's largest ethnic group, on Wednesday, May 9, 2018, in Albuquerque. Along with Western New Mexico University's Board of Regents Chairperson, Jerry Walz, they will discuss international educational issues and the possibility of Western New Mexico University providing higher education to the 6 million Bemba- more PR

President's Distinguished Medals to Be Presented at 125th Anniversary Dinner (10)

EAST STROUDSBURG, Pennsylvania, May 11 -- East Stroudsburg University issued the following news release: East Stroudsburg University President Marcia G. Welsh, Ph.D., announced today the recipients of the inaugural President's Distinguished Medals: Robert M. Moses of Shawnee On Delaware, William B. Cramer, Esq. of Stroudsburg, and the R. Dale and Frances M. Hughes Foundation of Stroudsburg. These recipients will be honored for their commitment and work that has exemplified the values of ESU during the university's 125th Anniversary Celebration more PR

Press Release $11.7 Million Awarded for Opioid Prevention, Treatment and Recovery Programs in Massachusetts (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 10 -- Gov. Charlie Baker, R-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: The Baker-Polito Administration today announced that Massachusetts has received an $11.7 million federal grant to continue its public health response to the opioid epidemic and bolster community overdose prevention, outpatient opioid treatment, and recovery services across the Commonwealth. This is the second consecutive year the state has received the funding, bringing the two-year total to $23.8 million. "The opioid and heroin epidemic h more PR

Preuss School at UC San Diego Once Again Ranked Top High School in San Diego (10)

LA JOLLA, California, May 9 -- The University of California campus issued the following news release: The Preuss School UCSD has been named the top high school in San Diego County by U.S. News and World Report, which just released its annual list of "Best High Schools." The school also received a Gold Award designation and was ranked the #6 school in the State of California based on performance on state assessments, graduation rates and college preparation. Located on the campus of the University of California San Diego, The Preuss School is a more PR

Princeton Hosts Regional 'Diversity Summit' for Small Women- and Minority-Owned Businesses (10)

PRINCETON, New Jersey, May 7 -- Princeton University issued the following news release: Nearly 200 people gathered at Princeton University on Friday, May 4, for the fourth annual Capital Region Minority Chamber of Commerce "Diversity Summit" to connect small women- and minority-owned businesses with institutions of higher education. The University was the host sponsor for the event that brought together representatives of nearly 100 companies and organizations hoping to expand and extend their sales with representatives of colleges and univer more PR

Profession of Hope: Vietnamese Doctoral Student Seeks to Improve His Country's Educational System by Finding New Perspectives at SFA (10)

NACOGDOCHES, Texas, May 10 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news release: The key to progress is knowledge. But what happens when access to knowledge is hindered? Son Pham, a doctoral student enrolled in Stephen F. Austin State University's Doctor of Education in educational leadership program, traveled more than 8,700 miles from his home in Vietnam to discover a solution to the social and organizational issues facing his country's higher education system. He believes stepping outside of his country will help him fin more PR

Professional Development School Marks 20 Years of Devotion to Love of Teaching (10)

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 9 -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following news release: Penn State's College of Education and the State College Area School District for 20 years running have combined to support the educational needs of the district's K-12 students and the University's teacher candidates through its Professional Development School (PDS). And two decades of encouraging cooperation and collaboration between teachers and students have led to a landmark anniversary. The PDS teacher preparation program is designed more PR

Professor Jacob Klein on Philosophy's Hardest Questions (10)

HAMILTON, New York, May 8 -- Colgate University issued the following news: "How we acquire our moral beliefs is one question. What makes them true, if they are true, is another." For Associate Professor of Philosophy Jacob Klein, these difficult questions are at the core of the liberal arts education. "[The liberal arts tradition] conceives of education as a kind of liberation -- not from any particular persons or political system, but from uncritical belief in the cultural norms and assumptions that are projected all around us," said Profess more PR

Promethean Earns Accolades From Distinguished EdTech Award Programs (10)

SEATTLE, Washington, May 8 -- Promethean, an education company, issued the following news release: The 24th Annual Best Educational Software Awards (BESSIE Awards) and EdTech Digest's 2018 Cool Tool Awards recognized Promethean(R), a global education technology company, and its products ActivPanel(TM), ClassFlow(TM), and ActivInspire(TM) as a company shaping the future of education technology. Hosted by ComputED Gazette, a premiere education resource in California, the 24th annual Best Educational Software Awards (BESSIE Awards) highlights in more PR

Proposals to End 'Baptism Barrier' Welcomed by Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission (10)

DUBLIN, Ireland, May 9 -- The Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission issued the following news release: The Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission ("The Commission") has welcomed legislative proposals published by Government to give practical effect to the existing right of children to be protected from discrimination in admission to schools, removing the effective "baptism barrier." The Commission today welcomed the proposal, in line with its own recommendations in 2015 and 2016, to amend the Equal Status Act to give effect to the pr more PR

Proposed Online Community College Would Offer Pathway in Information Technology Support (10)

SACRAMENTO, California, May 11 -- The California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office issued the following news release: Gov. Jerry Brown's proposed online community college seeks to fill the growing demand for information technology workers in California by offering education programs in IT support, Community Colleges Chancellor Eloy Ortiz Oakley announced today. "There are thousands of openings each year in IT network and end user support in California," Oakley said. "Working hand in hand with the state's technology sector we will create more PR

Prosperity Now Applauds Introduction of CSA Opportunity Act (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- Prosperity Now (formerly the Corporation for Enterprise Development) issued the following news release: Prosperity Now (formerly CFED) today applauded the introduction of the CSA Opportunity Act in the U.S. House of Representatives. This bipartisan bill was reintroduced by U.S. Reps. Matt Cartwright (R-PA-17) and Charlie Dent (R-PA-15), and, if passed, will allow families to save for their children's future without fear of losing the benefits that help them make ends meet. CSAs, or Children's Savings Accounts, are long-t more PR

ProStart Teacher From Henderson County Career Academy Named 2018 Educator of Excellence Recipient (10)

RALEIGH, North Carolina, May 8 -- The North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association issued the following news release: The North Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association's philanthropic arm, the North Carolina Hospitality Education Foundation (NC HEF), recently awarded Christine Mukosiej of Henderson County Career Academy in Flat Rock, North Carolina, with its 2018 Educator of Excellence award. The award is presented annually to an educator who has made significant contributions toward advancing the future of the hospitality industry thro more PR

Provincial Funding Boosts Career-Readiness for Trent University Students (10)

PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, May 8 -- Trent University issued the following news release: Trent University's commitment to providing every student with a meaningful experiential learning experience received significant support through $575,458 from the province's Career Ready Fund. The grant, provided to Trent's Department of Co-op, Careers and Experiential Learning over two years, will increase experiential learning opportunities for Trent students through co-ops, internships, field placements, practica and community-based research in Peterborough more PR

Public Comment Invited for Reaccreditation (10)

MADISON, Wisconsin, May 9 -- Edgewood College issued the following news release: Edgewood College is seeking comments from the public about the college in preparation for its periodic evaluation by its regional accrediting agency. Edgewood College will host a visit on October 29-30, 2018, from a team of peer reviewers representing the Higher Learning Commission. The team will review the institution's ongoing ability to meet HLC's Criteria for Accreditation. Edgewood College has been accredited by HLC since 1958. Comments must be in writing a more PR

Public Comment Open on Proposed Rules (10)

CHEYENNE, Wyoming, May 11 -- The Wyoming Department of Education issued the following news release: The Wyoming Department of Education seeks public comment on changes to several rules and regulations including accreditation, statewide standards, graduation requirements, the Hathaway Scholarship Program, and a school nutrition project. Public comment on all of the proposed rules is open through June 29, 2018. All public comments will be recorded, filed, and posted on the Secretary of State website as part of the rule promulgation process. Ch more PR

Public Comment Period on Proposed Every Student Succeeds Act Regulations Begins Today (10)

ALBANY, New York, May 9 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following news release: The public comment period on proposed regulations to prepare for implementation of New York's approved Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) plan begins today, Commissioner MaryEllen Elia announced. The public comment period continues through July 9. "We remain focused on our top priority of promoting equity and achieving success for all children through New York's ESSA plan," Board of Regents Chancellor Betty A. Rosa said. "Our proposed ESSA reg more PR

Public Comments on Proposed Rulemaking (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, May 8 -- The Texas Education Agency issued the following document from Deputy Commissioner of Operations Megan Aghazadian: The purpose of this letter is to request that your school district or open-enrollment charter school publish on its website links to TEA's web pages that house proposed rules of the commissioner of education, State Board of Education (SBOE), and State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC). By publishing these links, your school district or open-enrollment charter school can encourage boards of trustees/go more PR

Publisher, Civil Rights Activist Frederick Hurst to Address STCC Graduates at Commencement Ceremony on May 31 (10)

SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts, May 10 -- Springfield Technical Community College issued the following news: Frederick A. Hurst, an attorney and publisher of the community news magazine An African-American Point of View, will be the featured speaker at Springfield Technical Community College's 51st commencement on Thursday, May 31, 6:30 p.m., at the MassMutual Center. In 2003, Hurst and his wife, editor and attorney Marjorie Hurst, founded Af-Am Point of View, a free publication for the African-American community and other readers who are interes more PR

Rabbi Aaron D. Panken, Ph.D., 12th President of Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, Z"l (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, May 5 -- The Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion issued the following news release: Rabbi Aaron D. Panken, Ph.D., President of Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute (HUC-JIR), died tragically in a plane crash on May 5, 2018, at the age of 53. He served as the 12th President in HUC-JIR's 143-year history. Dr. Panken led the four-campus international institution of higher learning and seminary for Reform Judaism. HUC-JIR's campuses in Cincinnati, Jerusalem, Los Angeles and New York provide the academic and more PR

Radford COSD Students Introduced to Newest Tool for Swallowing Therapy (10)

RADFORD, Virginia, May 8 -- Radford University issued the following news release: To help patients recover from swallowing disorders, aspiring speech language pathologists (SLP) in the Radford University Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (COSD) now have access to the latest therapy technology. On April 27, COSD Instructors Terri Shelor and Diane Shepherd, M.S. '10, introduced first-year graduate students to the latest editions of Vital Stim. The Vital Stim, in which both Shelor and Shepherd are certified, enables SLP's to hel more PR

Radford University Celebrates Graduates at 2018 Spring Commencement (10)

RADFORD, Virginia, May 7 -- Radford University issued the following news release: Radford University conferred degrees on nearly 1,900 undergraduate and graduate students at its 2018 spring commencement ceremonies May 4-5, culminating with the undergraduate ceremony on Moffett Lawn. U. S. Senator Tim Kaine served as keynote speaker. He told graduates, "It's an honor to be here and share this special moment with you because Radford is a wonderful university that has trained generations of students to serve and succeed in Virginia and beyond. Y more PR

Rasmussen College Expands Competency-Based Education Model to Its First Associate's Degree Programs (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 7 -- Rasmussen College issued the following news release: Rasmussen College, a regionally accredited private college, today announced the expansion of its Flex Choice(R) Competency-Based Education (CBE) program model to the College's first two Associate's degree programs--Business Management and Early Childhood Education (ECE).* The learning model provides students with an efficient, relevant and flexible way to earn a college degree. Students interested in enrolling in the Business Management or ECE Associate's degree more PR

Ready, Willing and Able to Work: How Small Businesses Empower People With Autism (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Autism Speaks issued the following news release: Testifying today before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Small Business, Autism Speaks President and CEO Angela Geiger addressed an area of great importance to many in the autism community: finding and retaining employment. At a hearing chaired by Rep. Steve Chabot (R-Ohio) and Ranking Member Nydia Velazquez (D-N.Y.), Ms. Geiger highlighted ways in which the nation's small businesses are uniquely positioned to overcome barriers to employment for people with dev more PR

Rebekah Chung '18 Receives Fulbright Award to Vietnam (10)

EWING, New Jersey, May 7 -- College of New Jersey issued the following news release: Rebekah Chung '18 has been selected as a 2018-19 Fulbright Student with with an English Teaching Assistantship award to Vietnam. Through the award, she'll have the opportunity to teach English in a high school, college, or teacher's college in Vietnam. Housing and transportation will be covered, and she will also receive a stipend for her work. Chung will also represent the United States as a cultural ambassador while she is overseas, helping to enhance mut more PR

Recent Morgan Alumni Receive Awards From HBCU Graduate School Council (10)

BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 11 -- Morgan State University issued the following news: Two Morgan State University graduates received awards for their research and scholarship this year from the Council of Historically Black Graduate Schools (CHBGS). Simone R. Barrett, Ph.D., was presented with the CHBGS ProQuest Dissertation Award, and Anish Bhandari received the CHBGS ProQuest Thesis Award, at the Council's 48th Annual Conference, in Fayetteville, Ark., in February. The CHBGS "was founded in 1970 to support and promote graduate education at...HBC more PR

Recognition Banquet Honors Retirees, Outstanding Faculty and Excellent Staff (10)

INA, Illinois, May 8 -- Rend Lake College issued the following news release: Rend Lake College Board members, faculty, staff, and retired employees gathered in the Theatre Tuesday afternoon to celebrate and highlight several individuals for an exceptional academic year. At the annual Recognition Banquet, five retirees and a handful of current employees were honored for their service, as well as the awarding of the Full-Time Faculty Excellence Award, the RLC Foundation Staff Excellence Award, the Assessment Award, and certificates of recogniti more PR

Recognizing Outstanding Service to the Field of Computing (10)

NEW YORK, May 9 -- The Association for Computing Machinery issued the following news release: ACM, the Association for Computing Machinery, today recognized four individuals with awards for their exemplary service to the computing field. Working in diverse areas, the 2017 award recipients were selected by their peers for longstanding efforts that have significantly shaped the role of computing in society. This year's ACM award recipients made seminal contributions in areas including computer science education, publishing, public policy, and ex more PR

Recommended Family Life Education Instructional Materials Available for Community Review (10)

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, May 10 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news release: Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) recommended Family Life Education (FLE) materials (media and lesson objectives) to support instruction are available for community review from Thursday, May 10, through the close of business on Friday, June 8. Recommended materials under review will affect students in grades 4 and 7-12. Details of the recommended materials are available online; all materials are available online. To comment on the recommend more PR

Record-Breaking Graduating Class Issued a Challenge to Make a Difference (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 7 -- Ohio State University issued the following news release: The largest graduating class in The Ohio State University history was tasked with the goal of using their knowledge not only for themselves, but to make the world a better place. Dr. Susan Desmond-Hellmann, CEO of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, delivered the commencement address in Ohio Stadium on Sunday. Thousands of friends and family gathered in the warm spring weather to honor the awarding of a record 11,907 degrees. Early in her career, Desmond-Hellm more PR

Reducing Speed and Alcohol Impairment Key to Preventing Pedestrian Deaths (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Governors Highway Safety Association issued the following news release: Earlier this year, GHSA projected nearly 6,000 pedestrians were killed in 2017 on U.S. roads for the second year in a row. By analyzing where, when and why pedestrian fatalities most often occur, today's Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) report reinforces what needs to be done to curb these preventable tragedies through strong engineering, enforcement and education measures. Reducing motor vehicle speed is essential to both avoid and m more PR

Reducing Tapeworm Infection Could Improve Academic Performance, Reduce Poverty, Stanford Research Suggests (10)

STANFORD, California, May 11 -- Stanford University issued the following news release: A Stanford-led study in China has revealed for the first time high levels of a potentially fatal tapeworm infection among school-age children. The researchers suggest solutions that could reduce infections in this sensitive age range and possibly improve education outcomes and reduce poverty. "This disease invades the brain," said John Openshaw, the study's lead author and an infectious disease instructor at Stanford School of Medicine. "Children who are af more PR

Regents Recognize Faculty, Staff and Student Award Winners (10)

TWIN CITIES, Minnesota, May 11 -- The University of Minnesota issued the following news release: Closing the 2017-2018 academic year, the University of Minnesota Board of Regents celebrated members of the University community who received top academic, service and athletic awards. In all, 102 individuals were recognized during the Board's May meeting. Those recognitions included the Distinguished McKnight University Professor Awards, awarded to faculty across academic disciplines from history to chemical engineering and child development. Fou more PR

Regis Appoints Dean of Business and Communication (10)

WESTON, Massachusetts, May 7 -- Regis College issued the following news release: Regis College is pleased to announce the appointment of William S. Koehler, PhD, as dean of the School of Business and Communication. Koehler has worked for the past 25 years in higher education with experience as an educational entrepreneur, professor, graduate program director, department chair, and dean. In this role, Koehler will be responsible for academic and strategic leadership of the School including oversight of programs and assessment. Koehler will wor more PR

Registration Opens for 2018 ASLA Annual Meeting and EXPO in Philadelphia (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The American Society of Landscape Architects issued the following news release: Registration is now open for the 2018 American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) Annual Meeting and EXPO planned for October 19-22 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia. The annual meeting is the largest gathering of landscape architecture professionals and students in the world. According to ASLA President Gregory A. Miller, FASLA, Philadelphia is the perfect setting for the annual meeting because it offers a mix of rever more PR

Remittances - an Engine for Development That Still Needs to Move Up a Gear (10)

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 8 -- The United Nations International Fund for Agricultural Development issued the following news release: High-level speakers at today's opening of the Global Forum on Remittances, Investment and Development in Kuala Lumpur, shared a common message - public and private sector must work further together to leverage the immense development potential of remittances in the Asia Pacific region. The three-day event, which has attracted more than 400 participants from all over the world, got underway with keynote address more PR

Remittances to the Asia- Pacific Region Reach US$ 256 Billion Helping Millions of Families to Build a Better Future (10)

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 7 -- The United Nations International Fund for Agricultural Development issued the following news release: Last year, migrant workers sent US$ 256 billion to their families in the Asia-Pacific region, according to the report "RemitSCOPE - Remittance markets and opportunities - Asia and the Pacific" and a new webportal on remittances released today by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). While remittances benefit about 320 million family members in the region, most of them in rural areas, remit more PR

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Commencement 2018 Profile: Catherine Mann (10)

TROY, New York, May 8 -- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute issued the following news: From an early age, Cate Mann envisioned a future connected to the biological sciences. But it was only at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute that she found her future in bioinformatics, a blend of computer science and biology. Mann graduates this May with a bachelor's degree in bioinformatics and molecular biology and a slew of research experience. She will intern at Merck this summer, and return to Rensselaer in the fall to complete a master's degree she has a more PR

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Commencement 2018 Profile: Melissa Mann (10)

TROY, New York, May 9 -- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute issued the following news: One year into her college experience at a small liberal arts school, Melissa Mann realized she wanted a different kind of business education--one that could equip her to solve challenges in a data-driven world. Mann found what she was looking for in the Lally School of Management, transferred to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and soon began drawing on her business education both on and off campus. She credits Rensselaer's reputation and her Lally School ex more PR

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Commencement 2018 Profile: Nwaram-Billi Ugbode (10)

TROY, New York, May 8 -- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute issued the following news: In the weeks before completing her master's of architecture degree at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Nwaram-Billi Ugbode was preparing to present her senior thesis, a look at the staying power of the Shaker community of southern Maine. "They practiced celibacy and so the only way they could grow their population was through proselytizing," says Ugbode, who calls herself Billi. "They are the longest surviving utopian community in America. What made their l more PR

Rep. Adams Delivers 159th Commencement Address at Lincoln University, Awarded Honorary Degree (10)

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, May 7 -- Rep. Alma S. Adams, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, founder and co-chair of the Bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus, delivered the commencement address at Lincoln University's 159th commencement. During the ceremony, Congresswoman Adams was honored with the presentation of an honorary degree from the university. Since founding the Bipartisan HBCU Caucus in 2015, Rep. Adams has been awarded four honorary degrees. "As a two ti more PR

Rep. Allen Issues Statement on Visit to Fort Belvoir (10)

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia, May 7 -- Rep. Rick Allen, R-Georgia, issued the following statement on his visit to U.S. Army Cyber Command as they move the headquarters to Fort Gordon: Fort Gordon is also home to the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence and plays a pivotal role in our nation's cybersecurity efforts. "My visit today could not have come at a better time on the heels of the exciting Gate 6 groundbreaking ceremony at Fort Gordon last week. This new gate symbolizes the growth we are seeing at Fort Gordon and the road ahead, and I was hap more PR

Rep. Amodei Issues Statement Against Nuclear Waste Policy Amendments Act (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- Rep. Mark Amodei, R-Nevada, issued the following statement after voting against the Nuclear Waste Policy Amendments Act (H.R. 3053): This legislation passed the House with a vote of 340-72: Congressman Amodei voted against H.R. 3053 following a decision by the House Rules Committee on Tuesday where his amendment to the bill was deemed out of order. "Since I was elected to Congress, I have always said I do not believe Yucca Mountain should be a simple dumping site for our nation's nuclear waste. Additionally, I have alw more PR

Rep. Anderson: Albany Receives Ag Education Grant (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 10 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following legislative update on the behalf of Minnesota State Rep. Paul Anderson, R-Starbuck: Rep. Paul Anderson, R-Starbuck, recognizes the Albany Area Schools agriculture department, taught by Duane Lichy, for receiving a $6,687 grant to conduct a project. The funding from the Minnesota Agricultural Education Leadership Council will allow the department to purchase equipment and resources to instruct students in agricultural mechanics courses through a pro more PR

Rep. Anderson: Minnewaska Graduate Receives Agriculture Scholarship (10)

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 10 -- The Minnesota State House Republican Caucus issued the following legislative update on the behalf of Minnesota State Rep. Paul Anderson, R-Starbuck: Rep. Paul Anderson, R-Starbuck, recognizes Minnewaska graduate Ashley Anderson for having earned a $500 scholarship from the Minnesota Agricultural Education Leadership Council. Ashley Anderson currently attends Ridgewater College in Willmar and, after graduating this spring, plans to continue her agriculture education at Southwest Minnesota State University. The MA more PR

Rep. Babin Introduces Bill on Interest-Free Deferment on Student Loans (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. Brian Babin, R-Texas, has introduced legislation (H.R. 5734) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 "to provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in a medical or dental internship or residency program." The bill was introduced on May 9. It was referred to the House Education and the Workforce Committee. For more information, Rep. Brian Babin, 316 Cannon House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-1555; or in the district offices at 203 Ivy Ave., Ste. 600, Deer Park, TX 77 more ST

Rep. Barr Introduces Bill on Substance Use Disorder Treatment (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. Andy Barr, R-Ky., has introduced legislation (H.R. 5736) to amend the Public Health Service Act "to establish a pilot program to help individuals in recovery from a substance use disorder transition from treatment to independent living and the workforce." The bill was introduced on May 9 and has 14 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. David Kustoff, R-Tenn., Brett Guthrie, R-Ky., Alex X. Mooney, R-W.Va., David B. McKinley, R-W.Va., Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Gregg Harper, R-Miss., Keith Rothfus, R-Pa., Ted Budd, R-N more ST

Rep. Beyer Recognizes Marymount University President Shank (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- Rep. Donald S. Beyer Jr., D-Virginia, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on May 9, recognizing Marymount University President Matthew D. Shank: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dr. Matthew D. Shank, who has served as Marymount University's sixth president since July 2011. With a strong commitment to Catholic higher education and an understanding of Marymount's diverse and inclusive learning environment, he began his first year by initiating a visioning process to clarify the more PR

Rep. Bishop Issues Statement on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs Appropriations Bill (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Sanford D. Bishop Jr., D-Georgia, a senior member of the House Appropriations subcommittee on Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, issued the following statement regarding the full House Appropriations Committee's passage of the fiscal 2019 MILCON/VA Appropriations bill: "Today, the U.S. House Appropriations Committee once again came together in a bipartisan fashion to meet the needs of our service members, veterans, and their families. As a senior member, and former ranking member, of the House Appropriations more PR

Rep. Bonamici Issues Statement on CFPB Move to Close Office for Students (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Oregon, ranking Democratic member of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, issued the following statement after Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Acting Director Mick Mulvaney announced that they will close the Office for Students and Young Consumers: "The Trump Administration has once again shown that it cares more about corporate interests than it does about the interests of students who are trying to afford higher education. Shutting down the Office for Students and Young Consumers more PR

Rep. Cartwright Introduces Bill to Establish Prescription Drug, Medical Device Price Review Board (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. Matthew Cartwright, D-Pa., has introduced legislation (H.R. 5738) to amend the Social Security Act, the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, and the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Act of 1981 "to require that the value of child's savings accounts be disregarded for the purpose of determining eligibility to receive benefits under such Acts." The bill was introduced on May 9 and has eight co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Charles W. Dent, R-Pa., Yvette Clarke, D-N.Y., Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., Alcee L. Hastings, D- more ST

Rep. Chu Issues Statement on National Endowment for Arts Grant Funding (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Rep. Judy Chu, D-California, issued the following statement after the National Endowment for the Arts announced its second major round of grant funding for fiscal 2018: The grants, totaling over $87 million, will fund projects, exhibitions, education, festivals and more around the country, including five in California's 27th Congressional district, which is represented by Rep. Judy Chu. "The San Gabriel Valley boasts some of the country's premier artists and scientists, and our institutions are some of the finest in the w more PR

Rep. Collins Applauds Advancement of 25 Bills Addressing Opioid Epidemic (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- Rep. Chris Collins, R-New York, issued the following news release: Congressman Chris Collins (NY-27), member of the Energy and Commerce Committee, applauded yesterday's advancement of 25 bills out of the Committee to help combat the opioid crisis. Collins championed three of these pieces of legislation that will head to the House floor. "The opioid epidemic is impacting every community across America and we have to take action in order to save lives," said Collins. "We have seen far too many innocent lives lost and famil more PR

Rep. Connolly Congratulates PHILLIPS Programs for Children & Families on Its 50th Anniversary (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. Gerald E. Connolly, D-Virginia, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on May 10, congratulating Phillips Programs for Children and Families on its 50th anniversary: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate PHILLIPS Programs for Children and Families on its 50th Anniversary. I also want to recognize the outstanding faculty, staff, and Board of Trustees for the extraordinary impact they have had on the education and lives of thousands of youth in the communities surrounding our N more PR

Rep. Davis Issues Statement on Mulvaney's Move to Shut Down Office for Students (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Rep. Susan A. Davis, D-California, ranking Democratic member of the House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development, issued the following statement on the moved by Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Acting Director Mick Mulvaney to shut down the Office for Students and Young Consumers: "Once again, this administration has chosen to undermine the financial security and consumer rights of students. Shutting down the CFPB's Office for Students and Young Consumers signals a clear more PR

Rep. DeLauro Issues Statement on Children's Health Insurance Funds (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Connecticut, ranking member of the House Appropriations subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies, issued the following statement regarding reports that President Trump and Congressional Republicans are planning to rescind funds from the children's health insurance program: "President Trump and Congressional Republicans' plan to take money away from the Children's Health Insurance Program is appalling. "Their $1.5 trillion spending spree that cut taxes for the more PR

Rep. DeLauro Issues Statement on Implementation of Menu Labeling Rule (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Connecticut, issued the following statement on the implementation of the menu labeling rule that she and ex-Sen. Tom Harkin, D-Iowa, worked to include in the Affordable Care Act: * * * The rule ensures that consumers are provided with nutritional information on the foods they purchase away from home, which make up about a third of most Americans' diets. "One of my proudest moments serving the people of Connecticut and our nation was getting common sense menu labeling included in the Affordable Car more PR

Rep. DesJarlais, Students, Teachers Partner to Promote Tennessee Technical Education (10)

CLEVELAND, Tennessee, May 7 -- Rep. Scott DesJarlais, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release: Today, Congressman Scott DesJarlais, M.D., visited major employer Wacker Chemical in Charleston, Bradley County, culminating a busy week in which the Republican representative also toured vocational programs supplying advanced manufacturers across Tennessee's Fourth District with skilled employees. "It was a pleasure meeting the dedicated students at Warren County High School, Motlow Community College and the Tennessee College of Applied Tech more PR

Rep. Dingell Recognizes All Things Artistic Ministries (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on May 9, recognizing All Things Artistic Ministries' commitment to arts education: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize All Things Artistic Ministries for their annual History Alive program. Their efforts enrich the lives of Michigan students through their programming. Established in 2009 by Dr. Debby Mitchell, All Things Artistic Ministries was founded in the hopes of creating a community of artistic Michigan more PR

Rep. Dingell Recognizing 50th Anniversary of Wayne County Community College District (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on May 9, recognizing the 50th anniversary of Wayne County Community College District: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) as they celebrate 50 years of service to Michigan students. Their efforts enrich countless lives through their educational programming and community service. Founded in 1967 by the Legislature of the State of Michigan, Wayne County Community more PR

Rep. Engel Issues Statement on Teacher Appreciation Week (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Eliot L. Engel, D-New York, a former New York City public school teacher and guidance counselor, issued the following statement on the Teacher Appreciation Week: "Teacher Appreciation Week is a time to recognize the hard work and commitment of America's educators. The success of our country depends on our teachers and schools to educate and inspire our youth. As a former teacher, I know what a demanding and rewarding job it can be. "This year, Teacher Appreciation Week comes amid a nation-wide movement of teachers fi more PR

Rep. Engel Marks Teacher Appreciation Day Supporting Increased Pay for Teachers (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Eliot L. Engel, D-New York, issued the following news release: Congressman Eliot Engel, a former classroom teacher and school guidance counselor, today marked Teacher Appreciation Day by cosponsoring a House resolution supporting increased teacher pay and public education funding. "Our public school teachers provide an invaluable service. On Teacher Appreciation Day, it's not enough to just thank a teacher. We also need to promote policies that will help our educators prepare our children for success," Engel said. "T more PR

Rep. Fitzpatrick Issues Statement on National Unemployment Rate (10)

LANGHORNE, Pennsylvania, May 4 -- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pennsylvania, member of the House Small Business Committee, issued the following statement on the news that the national unemployment rate fell to a 20 year low of 3.9 percent in April: "Our nation faces many challenges, but perhaps none is more pressing than that of growing our economy and getting Americans to work. Today's unemployment report and other recent economic indicators are pointing in the right direction - and not a moment too soon. The fact is, the 1.5% GDP growth we've more PR

Rep. Foxx Announces 2018 Teacher in Congress Internship (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-NC, is encouraging local teachers to apply for the 12th annual Teacher in Congress Internship. "The Teacher in Congress Internship was created to offer teachers a taste of the real workings of Congress and the day-to-day life of a member of Congress," said Foxx. "This program provides the participating teacher with a tangible way to give students a look inside the federal government and hopefully inspires the next generation of more PR

Rep. Gianforte Announces Spirit of Montana Recipient: UM-Western Rodeo Coach Iola 'Olie' Else (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. Greg Gianforte, R-Montana, issued the following news release: Montana Congressman Greg Gianforte honored Iola "Olie" Else, University of Montana-Western's rodeo coach, with the Spirit of Montana award for her long-standing dedication to education and the sport of college rodeo. Else is retiring after 25 years as head coach. Gianforte's Spirit of Montana is a weekly recognition of Montanans for their accomplishments, dedication, or service. Gianforte provides a statement about the recipient for the Congressional Reco more PR

Rep. Graves Introduces Resolution to Recognize America's Teachers (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- Rep. Sam Graves, R-Mo., has introduced a resolution (H.Res. 880) "recognizing the roles and contributions of America's teachers to building and enhancing the Nation's civic, cultural, and economic well-being." The resolution was introduced on May 8 and has 11 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Suzan DelBene, D-Wash., John Delaney, D-Md., Mike Thompson, D-Calif., James McGovern, D-Mass., Mike Bost, R-Ill., Brett Guthrie, R-Ky., Tom Emmer, R-Minn., Ed Perlmutter, D-Colo., David Loebsack, D-Iowa, Frank Pallone Jr., D-N.J more ST

Rep. Graves Introduces Resolution to Recognize Roles of America's Teachers (10)

Rep. Griffith Honors Virginia Tech President Emeritus Steger (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on May 7, honoring Virginia Tech President Emeritus Charles William Steger Jr.: Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of Virginia Tech President Emeritus Charles William Steger, Jr., who passed away on May 6, 2018 at the age of 70. He was a Hokie through-and-through, and he guided the university to great achievements, bringing new acclaim to this beacon of higher learning in Southwest Virginia. Dr. Steger devoted most of more PR

Rep. Guthrie Issues Statement at Hearing on Private Sector Solutions for America's Workforce (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- 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 "Closing the Skills Gap: Private Sector Solutions for America's Workforce": "Since the Great Recession 10 years ago, the American workforce has experienced a growing shortage of skilled workers with the current deficit clocking in at over six million workers. Businesses and industries are struggling to hire qualified candidates for more PR

Rep. Hanabusa Co-Sponsors Two Measures Supporting Investment in Public Education, Higher Teacher Pay (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Colleen Hanabusa, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release: On National Teacher Day, Congressman Colleen Hanabusa co-sponsored two measures supporting higher teacher pay and significant new investments in America's public schools. She joined 99 of her colleagues to cosponsor a resolution solidifying House support for teacher pay that is comparable to the salaries of other college graduates in the state. It pushes states and the federal government to give teachers more money for classroom supplies, materials, instr more PR

Rep. Hice Amendments Included in FY'19 NDAA Legislation, $99 Million for Fort Gordon (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- Rep. Jody Hice, R-Georgia, issued the following news release: U.S. Representative Jody Hice (R-GA), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, today praised the committee passage of H.R. 5515, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2019, which sets Department of Defense (DOD) policy and authorizes funding levels for defense programs. The measure was approved out of the committee by a vote of 60 to 1. "The annual National Defense Authorization Act is the most substantive piece of legislation su more PR

Rep. Huizenga Congratulates Muskegon Community College on Its Commitment to Excellence (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: Yesterday, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) congratulated Muskegon Community College on being recognized as a national leader among two year higher education institutions. Additionally, Congressman Huizenga discussed how Muskegon Community College is continuing to build on its success and strengthen opportunity for Muskegon County and West Michigan. Congressman Huizenga: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Muskegon Community College as a national more PR

Rep. Krishnamoorthi Hosts Workforce Development Panel on 'Expanding Apprenticeships in Illinois' at LSG Sky Chefs' State of Art Kitchen Facilities (10)

SCHAUMBURG, Illinois, May 7 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi hosted a briefing on Friday on "Expanding Apprenticeships in Illinois and Investing in the American Workforce" in partnership with the Lufthansa Group, LSG Sky Chefs and the German American Chamber of Commerce. At this informative event with German Consul General Herbert Quelle, local business owners, students, apprentices, and educators convened to discuss methods that create and strengthen apprenticeship pro more PR

Rep. Larson: Connecticut Congressional Delegation Applauds Over $1 Million in Federal Funding to Support the Arts (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: Today, Representatives John Larson (CT-1), Joe Courtney (CT-2), Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), Jim Himes (CT-4), and Elizabeth Esty (CT-5) and U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Chris Murphy (D-Conn.)applauded $1,015,900 in federal funding from the National Endowment of the Arts to support historical societies, museums, performances, and exhibitions across the state. "Connecticut is home to a dynamic arts scene, and this federal funding to support more PR

Rep. Lewis Issues Statement on Jobs & Justice Act (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. John Lewis, D-Georgia, issued the following statement on the introduction of the Jobs & Justice Act: On Friday, May 11, 2018, the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) introduced the Jobs and Justice Act, a comprehensive bill to increase upward social mobility of African Americans and to help ensure equal protection under the law. "I applaud Cedric Richmond, our chair, for his vision and hard work in preparing this bill. I am proud to join my Congressional Black Caucus colleagues as an original cosponsor of this landmark more PR

Rep. Lujan Grisham Honors Encuentro's Home Health Aide Program (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham, D-New Mexico, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on May 7, honoring Encuentro's Home Health Aide Program: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Encuentro's Home Health Aide Program and the 24 graduates of the spring 2018 class. Encuentro is a New Mexico organization that provides high quality adult education to immigrants through a variety of programs including the Workforce and Small Business Development Initiative. This program provides immigrants with more PR

Rep. McCaul Introduces Bill to Secure Schools From Acts of Terrorism (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, has introduced legislation (H.R. 5731) to "require the Department of Homeland Security to develop a strategy to secure elementary schools, secondary schools, and institutions of higher education from acts of terrorism, active shooters, and other homeland security threats." The bill was introduced on May 9 and has 10 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Pete King, R-N.Y., Martha McSally, R-Ariz., Daniel M. Donovan, R-N.Y., Mike Gallagher, R-Wis., Clay Higgins, R-La., Brian Fitzpatrick, R- more ST

Rep. Moore Introduces Bill to Carry Out Nutrition Education Program (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Wis., has introduced legislation (H.R. 5696) to "require the Secretary of Agriculture to carry out a nutrition education program to inform the public of the sources of exposure to lead in the environment and of dietary nutrients that may reduce the harmful effects lead exposure has on health." The bill was introduced on May 7. It was referred to the House Agriculture Committee. For more information, Rep. Gwen Moore, 2252 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-4572; or in the distri more ST

Rep. Norcross Introduces Bill on Jobs Plus Recovery Programs (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Rep. Donald W. Norcross, D-N.J., has introduced legislation (H.R. 5679) to "require the Secretary of Labor, in consultation with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, to establish a pilot program for Jobs Plus Recovery programs." The bill was introduced on May 7 and was co-sponsored by Rep. and was co-sponsored by Rep. It was jointly referred to the House Education and the Workforce and Energy and Commerce committees. For more information, Rep. Donald Norcross, 1531 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20 more ST

Rep. Norcross Welcomes This Old House to Nation's Capital (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Donald W. Norcross, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-01) welcomed television personalities, construction workers and apprentices from The Old House to Washington, DC for a conversation on addressing the skills gap in America through apprenticeships. (Click here to view or download photos from the event (https://www.flickr.com/photos/154129910@N03/albums/72157694861952221).) Norcross is the only electrician in Congress and worked for years installing and rest more PR

Rep. Norman Introduces Resolution on Importance of Education (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., has introduced a resolution (H.Res. 882) "expressing the sense of the House of Representatives during Teacher Appreciation Week regarding the importance of education, particularly civics education." The resolution was introduced on May 8. 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/882/text. For more information, Rep. Ralph Norman, 1531 Rayburn House Office Bu more ST

Rep. O'Halleran Introduces Resolution to Increase Public School Teacher Pay (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- Rep. Tom O'Halleran, D-Ariz., has introduced a resolution (H.Res. 876) "supporting the goal of increasing public school teacher pay and public education funding." The resolution was introduced on May 8 and has 109 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Frederica S. Wilson, D-Fla., Mark Pocan, D-Wis., Tim Ryan, D-Ohio, Andre Carson, D-Ind., Mark Takano, D-Calif., Jerry McNerney, D-Calif., Juan C. Vargas, D-Calif., Danny K. Davis, D-Ill., Cheri Bustos, D-Ill., Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., Frank Pallone Jr., D-N.J., Sean Patric more ST

Rep. O'Halleran Introduces Resolution to Support Higher Teacher Pay and Education Investment (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Tom O'Halleran, D-Arizona, issued the following news release: Today, Congressman Tom O'Halleran (AZ-01) introduced a resolution, cosponsored by 100 members of the House of Representatives, to honor teachers on National Teacher Day, support higher teacher pay, and call for increased investments to public schools. "Our teachers and school staff are shaping the next generations of American workers and leaders, and they should have the tools they need to do their job. Unfortunately, as Arizonans have seen over the past w more PR

Rep. Pocan Introduces Bill to Enable Employees to Form Labor Organizations (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. Mark Pocan, D-Wis., has introduced legislation (H.R. 5728) to amend the National Labor Relations Act "to establish an efficient system to enable employees to form, join, or assist labor organizations." The bill was introduced on May 9 and has 16 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Conn., Donald W. Norcross, D-N.J., Brendan Boyle, D-Pa., Mark Takano, D-Calif., Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Mark DeSaulnier, D-Calif., Keith Ellison, D-Minn., Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., Bonnie Watson Cole more ST

Rep. Polis Introduces Bill to Establish Teacher Leader Development Programs (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Jared Polis, D-Colo., has introduced legislation (H.R. 5767) to "authorize the Secretary of Education to award grants to establish teacher leader development programs." The bill was introduced on May 10 and was co-sponsored by Rep. Luke Messer, R-Ind. It was referred to the House Education and the Workforce Committee. For more information, Rep. Jared Polis, 1727 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-2161; or in the district offices at 1644 Walnut St., Boulder, CO 80302; 303/484-9596; 1220 S. more ST

Rep. Polis Leads Bipartisan 'Teachers Are Leaders' Bill to Give Teachers More Opportunity to Advance (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- Rep. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: Rep. Jared Polis, D-Colo. - alongside Rep. Luke Messer, R-Ind. - introduced the bipartisan Teachers Are Leaders Act today. The legislation comes during Teacher Appreciation Week and following many teacher rallies across the nation asking for higher salaries and additional resources. Modeled after effective state programs, the bill provides teachers with more ways to advance while also staying in the classroom. Studies say teachers are leaving the classroom, more PR

Rep. Renacci Introduces Bill to Improve Opioid Alternatives Education for Seniors (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Jim Renacci, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: Congressman Jim Renacci (R-OH), Congressman John Faso (R-NY), and Congressman Peter Welch (D-VT) introduced legislation, H.R. 5685 - the Medicare Opioid Safety Education Act of 2018, to improve efforts to educate seniors on opioid alternatives through the Medicare Part D program. Seniors are given an informational booklet entitled 'Medicare & You' prior to becoming Medicare-eligible that details the services available to them upon enrollment opening. Currently, more PR

Rep. Roe: Empowering America's Teachers (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Rep. Phil Roe, R-Tennessee, issued the following column: In East Tennessee, we are fortunate to have some of the best teachers in the country, let alone the state of Tennessee. That's why this week, during Teacher Appreciation Week, I have the privilege of recognizing the hardworking educators all across the First District. One of the most rewarding parts of my job is the opportunity to visit schools and classrooms and see first-hand the quality education our teachers are providing. I attended public schools all the way th more PR

Rep. Roskam Recognizing School District Superintendent Harris (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. Peter J. Roskam, R-Illinois, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on May 10, recognizing Barrington School District Superintendent Brian Harris: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dr. Brian Harris, Superintendent of Schools for Barrington 220 Community Unit School District in Barrington, Illinois. On April 12, 2018 it was announced that Dr. Harris was elected to serve on the executive committee of AASA, American Association of School Administrators. This July, Dr. Harris wi more PR

Rep. Schakowsky Issues Statement on National Teacher Appreciation Week (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Illinois, issued the following statement on the National Teacher Appreciation Week: Schakowsky issued her comments after co-sponsoring H. Res. 876, a bill supporting the goal of increasing public school teacher pay and public education funding. "As a former elementary school teacher and the daughter of a teacher, I have a great appreciation for the work that public school teachers do every day to prepare our students for success. Teachers always rise to the challenge, even when the resources are li more PR

Rep. Thompson Submits Op-Ed on Nutrition Assistance (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Rep. Glenn Thompson, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following op-ed on nutrition assistance, which was published in the Patriot-News: When my wife, Penny, and I were just starting out in the early 1980s, like many young couples, we struggled to make ends meet. I was working full-time with individuals who were facing life-changing disease and disability on an annual salary of less than $9,000. When Penny was an expectant mother, we relied upon help from our families and also from WIC - the federal Special Supplemental Nutriti more PR

Rep. Tim Ryan Announces $100,000 Grants From the National Endowment for the Arts (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Rep. Tim Ryan, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: Rep. Tim Ryan (OH-13) announced two National Endowment for the Arts grants totaling $100,000. These grants are for specific projects and range from performances and exhibitions, to healing arts and arts education programs, to festivals and artist residencies. The first grant, totaling $90,000, was awarded to David Hassler, Director of Wick Poetry Center at Kent State University, to support a series of intergenerational writing, art, and design workshops inspired by more PR

Rep. Wittman: 10 Stories You Don't Want to Miss (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Virginia, issued the following weekly update: April was a busy month for me! I spent time speaking with constituents at a variety of different events in the district, received the Navy League's Sea Services Award for my efforts on behalf of the Navy, promoted STEM and CTE programs, sponsored Chaplain Scott Foust to offer the opening prayer in the House of Representatives, and more. Check out my happenings in April through the photos, op-eds, and news clips below. Want to receive more frequent update more PR

Report Urges Development and Evaluation of Approaches That Integrate STEMM Fields With Arts and Humanities in Higher Education (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine issued the following news release: An emerging body of evidence suggests that integrating STEMM fields (science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine) with the humanities and arts in higher education is associated with positive learning outcomes that may help students enter the workforce, live enriched lives, and become active and informed citizens, says a new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Colleges and un more PR

Report's Comparisons of Charter School Versus Public School Productivity Suffer From Lack of Clarity and Validity (10)

BOULDER, Colorado, May 10 -- The National Education Policy Center issued the following news release: The Productivity of Public Charter Schools in Eight U.S. Cities, published by the University of Arkansas Department of Education Reform, contends that charter schools produce more achievement per dollar invested, as compared to public schools. Professor Julian Vasquez Heilig of California State University Sacramento reviewed the report and identified a variety of methodological choices made by the authors that threaten the validity of the resu more PR

Report: An 'F' Grade for the Nation's Initial Three-Year Degree Programs (10)

BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 10 -- Johns Hopkins University issued the following news release: More schools are offering three-year degrees to counter the ever-skyrocketing costs of a college education but a new Johns Hopkins University analysis finds these new programs are failing students. Most new three-year degree options merely rush students through a program designed to take four years, found Paul Weinstein, director of the university's graduate program in public management. Instead, he says, schools should have created bachelor's curriculu more PR

Reps. Faso, Renacci, Welch Introduce Bill to Improve Opioid Alternatives Education for Seniors (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. John Faso, R-New York, issued the following news release: Congressman John Faso (R-NY), Congressman Jim Renacci (R-OH), and Congressman Peter Welch (D-VT) today introduced legislation, H.R. 5685 - the Medicare Opioid Safety Education Act of 2018, to improve efforts to educate seniors on opioid alternatives through the Medicare Part D program. Seniors are given an informational booklet entitled 'Medicare & You' prior to becoming Medicare-eligible that details the services available to them upon enrollment opening. Cur more PR

Reps. Faso, Renacci, Welch Introduce Bill to Improve Opioid Alternatives Education for Seniors (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release: Congressman John Faso (R-NY), Congressman Jim Renacci (R-OH), and Congressman Peter Welch (D-VT) today introduced legislation, H.R. 5685 - the Medicare Opioid Safety Education Act of 2018, to improve efforts to educate seniors on opioid alternatives through the Medicare Part D program. Seniors are given an informational booklet entitled 'Medicare & You' prior to becoming Medicare-eligible that details the services available to them upon enrollment opening. Cu more PR

Research Center Gets Grant to Study Impact of Later-Age College Degrees (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 8 -- Georgia State University issued the following news release: The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation has awarded a grant of more than $100,000 to the Center for State and Local Finance (CSLF) at Georgia State University to evaluate the impact of college degrees received at a later age on wages, employment stability and retirement income. Although the benefits of a college education are well-documented, most of that research centers on students who enter college soon after high school. There is little research pointing to outc more PR

Researcher Carolyn McGregor Receives Prestigious ORION Leadership Award (10)

OSHAWA, Ontario, May 9 -- The University of Ontario Institute of Technology issued the following news release: When it comes to using information technology and data analytics to improve health care, few match the expertise and achievements of University of Ontario Institute of Technology researcher Carolyn McGregor, PhD. The university's two-term Canada Research Chair in Health Informatics leads the Artemis Project: groundbreaking research that combines big data analytics, real-time 24/7 stream processing of patient data, cloud computing, te more PR

RespectAbility Announces Major Expansion (10)

BETHESDA, Maryland, May 11 -- RespectAbility issued the following news release: RespectAbility, a national nonprofit nonpartisan organization fighting stigmas and advancing opportunities for people with all types of disabilities in the United States, announces key expansion to its leadership team, the addition of new staff to continue building upon greater momentum toward the organization's growing impact and influence in the field and increased capacity to serve an even more diverse cross-section of the disability community. "We simply could more PR

Risk and Counsel Director to Speak at National Conference (10)

FORT MYERS, Florida, May 11 -- Florida SouthWestern State College (formerly Edison State College) issued the following news: Susan Marcy, Florida SouthWestern State College's Director of Risk and Counsel, will be presenting at the annual conference of the National Association of College and University Attorneys in Minneapolis June 24-27. She will join fellow attorneys Daniel J. McNulty of Carnegie Mellon University and Chris J. Melcher, of Augusta University to lead a discussion group entitled "Outwit, Outlast, Outplay: A Group Strategy Sessi more PR

RIT Recognized By U.S. Department of State As Gilman Top Producing Institution (10)

ROCHESTER, New York, May 9 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: The U.S. Department of State recognized Rochester Institute of Technology for success providing study-abroad opportunities for students with disabilities. RIT was named to the inaugural list of U.S. higher education institutions that sent the most students overseas on the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program in academic year 2016-2017. The Gilman Program aims to make international study and internships more accessible and inclusiv more PR

RIT Saunders College of Business Names Lab in Honor of Sklarsky Family (10)

ROCHESTER, New York, May 8 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Rochester Institute of Technology alumnus and trustee Frank Sklarsky and his family have made a gift to Saunders College of Business that will benefit students for years to come. The endowed gift helps support costs associated with the Sklarsky Center for Business Analytics, a 800-square-foot space to the right of the entry to Saunders College that was formally dedicated at a ceremony on May 4. The gift will provide funding for equipment purcha more PR

RLC Grad Recognized for Making a Difference (10)

INA, Illinois, May 7 -- Rend Lake College issued the following news release: Rend Lake College graduate Zachary Brookman is no stranger to going above and beyond to help others. During his time as a Warrior baseball player, Brookman knew the importance of team work and dedication. Now, he's applying those fundamentals to work off the field, and catching the eye of some very important people. Brookman has dedicated so much of his time and energy to helping others that he recently received the Governor's Volunteer Service Award, an annual award more PR

RMIT Experts Available for Comment on Federal Budget (10)

MELBOURNE, Australia, May 8 -- The Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology University issued the following news release: Experts from RMIT are available to talk to media today about a range of topics and issues relating to the 2018-19 Federal Budget. Transport and infrastructure Dr Ian Woodcock 0413 044 080 or ian.woodcock@rmit.edu.au Topics /research interests: transport, especially metropolitan transport, planning, urban design "While funding for rail projects is welcome, it doesn't go nearly far enough to meet the challenges facing Aust more PR

Rohde & Schwarz Presents Innovative Test, Measurement Equipment for Next Generation Designs at PCIM 2018 (10)

MUNICH, Germany, May 9 -- Rohde and Schwarz issued the following news release: Rohde & Schwarz will be showcasing its T&M instruments under the tagline "Oscilloscope innovation. Measurement confidence." The recently enhanced power-of-ten oscilloscope family with 10-bit resolution and large memory depth will be on display, along with high-voltage differential probes with up to 200 MHz bandwidth and 0.5 % DC accuracy. At PCIM 2018 (booth 6-239) in Nuremberg from June 5 to 7, 2018, Rohde & Schwarz will be exhibiting its power-of-ten oscilloscope more PR

Royal Air Force Studies AETC's Pilot Training Next (10)

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas, May 9 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: By Capt. Jose Davis Public Affairs Air Marshall Sean Reynolds, senior officer responsible for personnel and capability of the United Kingdom's Royal Air Force, and counterpart to Lt. Gen. Steve Kwast, commander of Air Education and Training Command, visited Pilot Training Next in Austin, Texas, May 3. PTN is an AETC program to explore a training environment that integrates various technologies to produce pilots more PR

Royal Roads and Brookes Westshore Explore Academic Cooperation (10)

VICTORIA, British Columbia, May 10 -- Royal Roads University issued the following news release: Royal Roads University and Brookes Westshore have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to foster a relationship between the educational institutions through mutual cooperation in teaching and research. The five-year MOU sets the foundation for future cooperation and collaboration as Brookes Westshore prepares to open to students in September 2018. The Brookes Westshore campus borders Royal Roads University, creating a hub that can benefit bot more PR

RSM US Foundation Announces $157,100 Donation to University of Iowa (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 8 -- RSM US, an independent audit, tax and consulting firm, issued the following news release: RSM US LLP ("RSM") - the nation's leading provider of audit, tax and consulting services focused on the middle market - is pleased to announce a $157,100 gift from the RSM US Foundation to the University of Iowa. The donation will be used to establish the school's RSM Excellence Fund, which is designated for a variety of initiatives in the accounting department in the Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa. * "Th more PR

Rury R. Holman, FMedSci, Receives American Diabetes Association's 2018 Outstanding Achievement in Clinical Diabetes Research Award (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 11 -- The American Diabetes Association issued the following news release: The American Diabetes Association (ADA) will present the 2018 Outstanding Achievement in Clinical Diabetes Research Award to Rury R. Holman, FMedSci. This award recognizes exceptional contributions in patient-oriented or clinical outcomes research that have had a significant impact on diabetes prevention and treatment. Dr. Holman will be recognized with this honor during the ADA's 78th Scientific Sessions, June 22-26, 2018, at the Orange County more PR

Sacred Heart Named One of the Best Colleges for Women (10)

FAIRFIELD, Connecticut, May 9 -- Sacred Heart University issued the following news: Sacred Heart University has earned a 2018-19 Women's Choice Award for America's Best Colleges, out of about 1,500 eligible colleges and universities across the nation. The University ranked 18th in New England and was in the top three in Connecticut. Women's Choice Award's mission is to give women a collective voice to identify brands, products and services that deserve loyalty and referrals, according to its website. It aims to be a trusted resource for women more PR

Sacred Heart Recognized for Focus on Teaching Excellence (10)

FAIRFIELD, Connecticut, May 7 -- Sacred Heart University issued the following news: Sacred Heart University has been selected as one of more than 20 institutions around the country to participate in the Consortium for Instructional Excellence and Career Guidance, organized by the Council of Independent Colleges and supported by the Strada Education Network. For its part, the University will select 30 faculty members to enroll in Effective Teaching Practices, a course designed by the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE). The more PR

Saint Leo's Lennox Retires As President, Provost Senese Named Acting President (10)

SAINT LEO, Florida, April 30 -- Saint Leo University issued the following news release: Dr. William J. Lennox Jr. announced his retirement as president of Saint Leo University, effective today (April 30). The Saint Leo University Board of Trustees appointed Dr. Jeffrey D. Senese as acting president. Senese currently is the university's first provost and senior vice president of Academic and Student Affairs. Lennox became the university's ninth president in 2015, following the retirement of Dr. Arthur F. Kirk Jr. A retired U.S. Army lieutena more PR

Santa Fe Community College Announces New Mexico Higher Education Cabinet Secretary Barbara Damron, Ph.D. to Provide Commencement Keynote Student Speaker Mollie Leila-Rose Kelly to Address Class of Spring 2018 (10)

SANTA FE, N.M., May 7 -- Santa Fe Community College issued the following news release: Santa Fe Community College is pleased to announce that New Mexico Cabinet Secretary of Higher Education Barbara Damron, Ph.D., will provide the keynote address to the graduates of the Class of Spring 2018. Graduation is Saturday, May 12 at 10 a.m. in the William C. Witter Fitness Education Center on the SFCC campus at 6401 Richards Ave. in Santa Fe. "Our graduates have worked hard to earn their certificates and degrees, and we are tremendously proud of them more PR

Santa Fe Community College Celebrates High School Equivalency Graduates (10)

SANTA FE, New Mexico, May 9 -- Santa Fe Community College issued the following news release: What: Santa Fe Community College Celebrates 95 Students Earning a High School Equivalency Certificate (HSE) Santa Fe Community College will celebrate 95 students who successfully completed their High School Equivalency exams in the Adult Education, Academic and Career Education (ACE) program. Who: Ninety-five SFCC Students Earning a High School Equivalency Certificate with Keynote Speaker Santa Fe Mayor Alan Webber Speaking: Santa Fe Mayor Alan Webb more PR

Sara Innamorato, Malcolm Kenyatta Earn Next Up Endorsement in Their PA House Races (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- People for the American Way issued the following news release: People For the American Way's Next Up Victory Fund today announced its endorsement of Sara Innamorato for Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 21 and Malcolm Kenyatta for Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 181. Previously, PFAW endorsed Summer Lee for Pennsylvania State House District 34. PFAW Political Director Lizet Ocampo issued the following statement: "The Next Up Victory Fund is working to build a strong progressive bench of youn more PR

SBA Awards Funding for 22 Veterans Business Outreach Centers (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release: The U.S. Small Business Administration this week announced the awarding of $6.6 million in funding to 22 organizations to provide training and counseling to current and aspiring veteran small business owners as a Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC). The funding opportunity, offered by SBA's Office of Veterans Business Development, is a one-year initial award with up to four additional one-year option periods, subject to the availability of funds. more PR

SC Johnson Awards $100,000 to Racine-Area Schools, Continuing Commitment to Literacy (10)

RACINE, Wisconsin, May 8 -- SC Johnson issued the following news release: SC Johnson today announced the winners of a student essay competition and awarded $100,000 to Racine-area schools as part of the company's longstanding commitment to literacy. The results were announced at a celebration event for the company's Racine Wonders literacy program, which kicked off in January 2018 with distribution of the book "Wonder" to 9,000 area students. SC Johnson also surprised the 250 students in attendance with Kindle Fire tablets to further encourage more PR

SC&R Foundation Announces $21,00 to 2018 Scholarship Recipients (10)

CENTERVILLE, Virginia, May 7 -- The Specialized Carriers and Rigging Association issued the following news release: The SC&R Foundation has determined the winners of its scholarship program for 2018 and its February round of grants. Nine college and university students preparing for, or advancing in, careers related to the crane, rigging, and specialized transportation industry were selected for scholarship awards, while four individuals were awarded grants. Together, scholarship winners received a total of $21,000. February grant winners were more PR

Scheef to Receive Distinguished Alumni Award at ECU's Evening of Honors and Recognition on Friday, May 11 (10)

ADA, Oklahoma, May 7 -- East Central University issued the following news release: Craig T. Scheef, founder, chairman and chief executive officer of Texas Security Bank and East Central University alumnus, will receive the Distinguished Alumni Award at ECU's Evening of Honors and Recognition on Friday, May 11, in Foundation Hall of the Chickasaw Business and Conference Center. "This means a lot. East Central continues to be significant in my life. I'm proud to have been a student and part of the family and community. I'm extremely grateful an more PR

School of Education Honors KCK Superintendent (10)

LAWRENCE, Kansas, May 7 -- The University of Kansas issued the following news: Cynthia Lane, superintendent of schools for Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools, has been selected to receive the 2018 Friend of Education Award from the University of Kansas School of Education. The Friend of Education Award is given annually to recognize individuals whose work has strengthened education for students in Kansas and beyond. Lane was nominated by members of the School of Education's faculty and administration for her distinguished record of profession more PR

School of Medicine Names Yazan Numan, M.D., May Resident of the Month (10)

HUNTINGTON, West Virginia, May 8 -- Marshall University issued the following news release: Yazan Numan, M.D., has been selected as the May Resident of the Month, announced Paulette S. Wehner, M.D., vice dean for graduate medical education at the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine. Numan is completing the second year of a three-year internal medicine residency. "Dr. Numan has a unique ability to lift up the spirits of the whole team, including nursing, medical and other support staff and give them the ability and confidenc more PR

School of Rural Health Welcomes Funding for Medical School Program in Dubbo (10)

SYDNEY, Australia, May 9 -- The University of Sydney issued the following news: The University of Sydney's School of Rural Health today welcomed the federal Government's Budget announcement to fund the delivery of its four-year graduate entry medical school program in Dubbo. The funding is part of the government's broader rural health package that will invest $95.4 million to establish a Murray Darling Medical Schools Network. The new multi-University Murray Darling Medical Schools Network includes several new initiatives to improve rural an more PR

Schools Minister Announces Boost to Computer Science Teaching (10)

LONDON, England, May 6 -- The British Department for Education issued the following news release: Organisations are invited to run the first ever National Centre of Computing Science Education, the School Standards Minister Nick Gibb announced today. The national centre, along with 40 leading schools across the country, will help improve teaching of the computing curriculum and is supported by a new programme which will train up to 8000 computing teachers on the latest digital skills - that is enough to ensure every secondary school in Englan more PR

SD Mines Ranks Among Top Universities for STEM Education Programs From High School to Graduate Students (10)

RAPID CITY, South Dakota, May 7 -- The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology issued the following news release: Three organizations have recently ranked the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology among the best schools in the state and nation. Mines is recognized not only for college and graduate level courses but also for top pre-college summer camps that promote STEM (Science, Technology Engineering and Math) education. Summer Camps Ranked Among Top in Nation: The university's pre-college summer camps give young people valuable ha more PR

Search Committee Recommends Three Finalists for Chancellor at UMass Boston (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 11 -- The University of Massachusetts's Boston campus issued the following news release: The UMass Boston Chancellor Search Committee today recommended Kathy Humphrey, senior vice chancellor for engagement and secretary of the Board of Trustees at the University of Pittsburgh, Peter Lyons, vice provost and dean of Perimeter College at Georgia State University, and Jack Thomas, President of Western Illinois University, as finalists for the chancellorship to UMass President Marty Meehan. Each candidate is expected to more PR

Secretary DeVos Approves Alabama, Colorado, Kentucky's ESSA State Plans (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today announced the approval of the Alabama, Colorado and Kentucky consolidated state plans under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). "I am pleased to approve these plans which comply with the requirements of the law," said Secretary DeVos. "I encourage states to use their plans as a starting point, rather than a finish line, to improve outcomes for all students." Allowing states more flexibility in how they del more PR

Security Industry Association Reveals Agenda for GovSummit 2018 (10)

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, May 9 -- The Security Industry Association issued the following news release: The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the agenda for its annual public policy and government security technology conference, SIA GovSummit. This event - held June 27 and 28 at the National Association of Home Builders in Washington, D.C. - will bring together government security leaders and private industry technologists for top-quality information sharing and education on security topics affecting federal, state and even loca more PR

Seeking Public Safety, Treasurer Read Helps Lead Bipartisan Coalition Asking Congress to Facilitate Financial Services for Legal Cannabis-Related Businesses (10)

SALEM, Oregon, May 1 -- Oregon State Treasurer Tobias Read issued the following news release: Oregon State Treasurer Tobias Read is helping lead a bipartisan coalition that's asking Congress to better protect public safety by facilitating commonsense financial services for legal cannabis-related businesses. The inability of legal growers and sellers in 29 states to access traditional banking and financial services has created a public safety crisis, and Congress needs to act, the group of 13 state treasurers said in a new letter to Congressio more PR

Semester's Final Poor People's Campaign Event Features Prof. Henderson As Civil Rights Leader A. Philip Randolph, May 14 (10)

BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 8 -- The University of Baltimore issued the following news release: For the semester's final event in the University of Baltimore's education series covering the history of Martin Luther King's Poor People's Campaign, Distinguised Professor Emeritus Lenneal J. Henderson will present a one-man play about A. Philip Randolph, acclaimed civil rights leader and labor organizer. Henderson will portray Randolph, who organized the 1963 March on Washington and established the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, the first Ameri more PR

Sen. Cantwell, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Modernize Aviation Maintenance (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The office of Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Maria Cantwell (D-WA), Orrin Hatch (R-UT), James Inhofe (R-OK), and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) have introduced a bill to improve training programs at aviation maintenance technician schools. The legislation requires the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to modernize the mandated curriculum, which has not been updated in five decades. "More than 19,000 aviation maintenance workers in Washington state are powering our state' more PR

Sen. Coons, 'This Old House' Experts Pen Editorial on Addressing the Skills Gap in America Through Apprenticeships (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The office of Sen. Christopher Coons, D-Delaware, issued the following news release: In case you missed it, U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) and the experts from the PBS show This Old House authored an editorial entitled, "Addressing the skills gap in America through apprenticeships." The Hill: Addressing the skills gap in America through apprenticeships By U.S. Senator Chris Coons, Kevin O'Connor, Norm Abram, Richard Trethewey, Tom Silva, Roger Cook, and Nathan Gilbert In Washington, the most common conversation topi more PR

Sen. Cortez Masto Issues Remarks on Net Neutrality (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The office of Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following floor remarks in support of net neutrality: Sen. Cortez Masto urged her colleagues to vote in favor of a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to overturn the Federal Communications Commission's decision to repeal Net Neutrality. "I am proud to join my colleagues today in defense of Net Neutrality. Net Neutrality has leveled the playing field for every American consumer, allowing everyone to access and enjoy an open Internet. "Thanks to the in more PR

Sen. Hassan Introduces Legislation to Help Colleges Address Substance Misuse Crisis (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The office of Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: Senator Maggie Hassan joined Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) in introducing legislation this week that would help prevent substance misuse on college campuses and connect students with treatment options. The Healthier Students for Stronger Campuses Act would create a new grant program that colleges and universities could use to implement tailored plans to prevent and treat substance misuse on campus. The grant program would be jointly administ more PR

Sen. Haywood Issues Statement on Criminal Justice Reform (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- The Pennsylvania Senate Democrats issued the following statement from Pennsylvania State Sen. Art Haywood, D-Philadelphia/Montgomery, on Gov. Tom Wolf's criminal justice reform press conference: "Governor Wolf is correct; our criminal justice system requires reform. Changes I support include: * Ending cash bail requirements that keep the person in jail awaiting trial; * Increasing the use of supervised parole release and community based programs; * Comprehensive clean slate rules for certain convictions; more PR

Sen. Heinrich to Deliver 2018 Commencement Address at UNM School of Engineering (10)

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, May 11 -- The office of Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: On Saturday, May 12, 2018 at 7 p.m. MT, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) will be the keynote speaker at the University of New Mexico School of Engineering Spring 2018 Convocation. "I am deeply honored to have the opportunity to deliver the keynote address to the 2018 graduating class of the University of New Mexico's School of Engineering," said Senator Heinrich, a lifelong advocate for technology, innovation, and clean more PR

Sen. Heitkamp Meets With Students in Kindred, Discusses Her Bill to Support Young & Beginning Farmers to Keep Ag Communities Strong (10)

KINDRED, North Dakota, May 11 -- The office of Sen. Heidi Heitkamp, D-North Dakota, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp today visited Kindred High School to meet with students studying agriculture, and discuss her new bipartisan legislation to support young and beginning farmers and help farm communities like Kindred remain strong for generations to come. Heitkamp also visited Kindred Elementary School to talk to third and fifth grade students about leadership and public service, and congratulated them on being reco more PR

Sen. McConnell Congratulates Kentucky Mother of the Year (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The office of Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, issued the following news release: U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) welcomed to his U.S. Capitol office, Tonya Moreland, the 2018 Kentucky Mother of the Year. She received the acclamation from American Mothers, Inc., a national non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of mothers and children in the United States and around the world. Moreland and her husband David have two daughters and live in Corbin, Kentucky. In addition to homeschoolin more PR

Sen. Murphy Calls Out Trump Administration for Sabotaging Health Care in Hearing With Sec. Azar (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The office of Sen. Christopher Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: As the Trump administration continues to systematically take actions that are raising costs and reducing quality of health care for Americans, U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), a member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations and Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committees, called out the Trump administration for sabotaging the American health care system. In a U.S. Senate Appropriations Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, more PR

Sen. Murphy: Connecticut Congressional Delegation Applauds Over $1 Million in Federal Funding to Support the Arts (10)

HARTFORD, Connecticut, May 10 -- The office of Sen. Christopher Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and Representatives John Larson (CT-1), Joe Courtney (CT-2), Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), Jim Himes (CT-4), and Elizabeth Esty (CT-5) applauded $1,015,900 in federal funding from the National Endowment of the Arts to support historical societies, museums, performances, and exhibitions across the state. "Connecticut is home to a dynamic arts scene, and t more PR

Sen. Murray Demands Transparency on Pharmaceutical Company's Million Dollar Contract for Access to Trump Administration (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news release: Today, Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, sent a letter to executives at the pharmaceutical company Novartis International AG demanding information about their efforts to lobby the Trump Administration in light of recent reports about the company's million dollar contract with Michael Cohe more PR

Sen. Murray Issues Statement on Mulvaney's Decision to Dissolve CFPB's Office of Students (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following statement on reports that Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Acting Director Mick Mulvaney is eliminating the Office of Students and Young Consumers: "It's telling that President Trump's reaction to millions of borrowers struggling to pay back their student loans and asking for help with unmanageable debt is to shut down the only office focused on serving student loan borrowers. more PR

Sen. Nelson Renews Call for Congress to Cut Student Loan Interest Rates (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The office of Sen. Bill Nelson, D-Florida, issued the following news release: U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson (D-FL) is renewing his call on Congress to take up and pass legislation he filed to cut federal student loan interest rates and allow borrowers with existing loans to refinance those loans to a new lower rate. The move comes as the federal government prepares to increase federal student loan interest rates for the second year in a row. "Higher education is becoming unaffordable for low- and middle-income individuals, and t more PR

Sen. Sanders Introduces Bill to Amend National Labor Relations Act (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., has introduced legislation (S. 2810) to amend the National Labor Relations Act "to establish an efficient system to enable employees to form, join, or assist labor organizations." The bill was introduced on May 9 and has 12 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., Kamala D. Harris, D-Calif., Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., Edward J. Markey, D-Mass., Cory Booker, D-N.J., Ron Wyden more ST

Sen. Stabenow Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Support Michigan Farmer Veterans (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The office of Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry joined committee Chairman Pat Roberts (R-Kan.) to introduce new legislation that expands support for Michigan veterans in agriculture. The Farmer Veteran Opportunity Act of 2018 makes all new veterans eligible for support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The bill also improves access for Michigan more PR

Sen. Tester Introduces Bill to Prevent Substance Abuse (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont., Sen. has introduced legislation (S. 2791) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 "to provide grants for institutions of higher education to prevent substance abuse." The bill was introduced on May 7 and was co-sponsored by Sen. Margaret Wood Hassan, D-N.H. It was referred to the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee. For more information, Sen. Jon Tester, 311 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510-2604; 202/224-2644; or in the state at 14 3rd St. E., Ste. 230, Kali more ST

Sen. Udall Presses Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Nominee on Commitment to Upholding the Federal Government's Tribal Trust and Treaty Responsibility (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The office of Sen. Tom Udall, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Tom Udall, vice chairman of Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, questioned Tara Sweeney, nominee to serve as the Department of Interior's Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs. If confirmed, Sweeney would lead the Bureau of Indian Affairs, the Bureau of Indian Education, and numerous other offices responsible for ensuring the Department of Interior fulfills the United States' trust and treaty obligations to tribes. "In my o more PR

Sen. Udall Questions Zinke on Inadequate Interior Budget, Reorganization Proposals, Attacks on Public Lands (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The office of Sen. Tom Udall, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Tom Udall, the lead Democrat on the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee that oversees funding for the Department of the Interior (DOI), pressed DOI Secretary Ryan Zinke about the department's inadequate fiscal year 2019 budget request, serious management concerns under Zinke's watch, the administration's continued attacks on America's public lands, and other issues affecting New Mexico's economy and way of life. During a hea more PR

Sen. Wicker Meets With Ivanka Trump (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., today met with Ivanka Trump to discuss her work to promote apprenticeships and career and technical education programs. Wicker has introduced two proposals that align with President Trump's efforts to promote learning opportunities for students interested in technical education. The Apprenticeship Enhancement Act of 2017 would make it easier for employers to create or update apprenticeship programs by st more PR

Senate Ag Leaders Introduce Bipartisan Farmer Veteran Legislation (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- Sen. Pat Roberts, R-Kansas, chairman of the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee, issued the following news release: U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Chairman Pat Roberts, R-Kan., joined Ranking Member Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich., today to introduce legislation that expands support for military veterans in agriculture. The Farmer Veteran Opportunity Act of 2018 makes all new veterans eligible for support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The bill also improves access more PR

Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Commerce Secretary Ross (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The Senate Appropriations subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies issued the following testimony by Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross at a hearing to review the fiscal 2019 budget request for the agency: "Chairman Moran, Ranking Member Shaheen, and members of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee, thank you for this opportunity to discuss President Trump's Fiscal Year 2019 Budget Request for the U.S. Department of Commerce. "Thank you for enabling the Department to meet its major strategic objective more PR

Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From HHS Secretary Azar (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The Senate Appropriations subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies issued the following testimony by Health and Human Services Secretary Alex M. Azar II at a hearing to review the fiscal 2019 budget request for the agency: "The mission of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is to enhance and protect the health and well-being of the American people. "President Trump and all of us at HHS take that charge seriously. So, when programs are not as effective as they can be, more PR

Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Interior Secretary Zinke (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The Senate Appropriations subcommittee on Interior, Environment and Related Agencies issued the following testimony by Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke at a hearing to review the fiscal 2019 budget request for the Interior Department: "Chairman Murkowski, Ranking Member Udall, 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. 2019 BUDGET PRIORITIES "Interior's 2019 budget pri more PR

Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From VA Under Secretary (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The Senate Appropriations subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies issued the following testimony by Randy Reeves, under secretary for memorial affairs at the Department of Veterans Affairs, at a hearing to review the fiscal 2019 budget request for the Department of Veterans Affairs: "Good afternoon Chairman Boozman, Ranking Member Schatz, and distinguished members of the Subcommittee. Thank you for the opportunity to testify today in support of the President's Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 Budg more PR

Senate Armed Services Committee Issues Testimony From DOD Assistant Secretary Nominee Stewart (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The Senate Armed Services Committee issued the following testimony by James N. Stewart, nominee to be assistant secretary of Defense for manpower and reserve affairs: "Senator Inhofe, Ranking Member Reed and distinguished members of the Committee on Armed Services, I am deeply humbled and honored to be here with you today. I want to thank the full time staff of the Armed Services Committee for taking time to see me during my courtesy call, and thank you for considering my nomination for the Assistant Secretary of Defense more PR

Senate Confirms New Member to State System's Board of Governors (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 8 -- The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education issued the following news release: The state Senate has confirmed the nomination of Janet L. Yeomans of Philadelphia to serve on the Board of Governors of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education. Her appointment runs through Dec. 31, filling the unexpired term of Daniel Meuser, who resigned from the Board last year. Yeomans is a former executive with 3M Corporation, spending nearly 30 years with the company, including as a vice president and treasurer more PR

Senate Energy & Natural Resources Committee Issues Report on DOE Research, Innovation Act (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee issued a report (S.Rpt. 115-241) on legislation (S. 2503) to establish Department of Energy policy for science and energy research and development programs, and reform National Laboratory management and technology transfer programs. The report was advanced by Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, on May 9. Excerpts of the report follow: Purpose The purpose of S. 2503 is to establish Department of Energy (DOE) policy for science and energy research and development programs, and more ST

Senate Energy & Natural Resources Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Heritage Foundation (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The Senate Energy and Natural Resources subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests and Mining issued the following testimony by Paul J. Larkin Jr., senior legal research fellow at the Heritage Foundation, at a hearing to examine the law enforcement programs at the Bureau of Land Management and the Forest Service: "Mr. Chairman, Mr. Ranking Member, Members of the Subcommittee: "My name is Paul J. Larkin, Jr. I am the John, Barbara, and Victoria Rumpel Senior Legal Research Fellow at The Heritage Foundation.1 Most of my career h more PR

Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Center for Strategic & International Studies (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The Senate Foreign Relations subcommittee on Multilateral International Development, Multilateral Institutions and International Economic, Energy, and Environmental Policy issued the following testimony by Matthew P. Goodman, William E. Simon chair in political economy at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, at a hearing to examine a multilateral and strategic response to international predatory economic practices: "Mr. Chairman, Mr. Ranking Member, Members of the Subcommittee, thank you for this chance to o more PR

Senate Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs Committee Issues Report on Improve Data on Sexual Violence Act (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee issued a report (S.Rpt. 115-238) on legislation (S. 2349) to direct the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to establish an interagency working group to study Federal efforts to collect data on sexual violence and to make recommendations on the harmonization of such efforts. The report was advanced by Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wisconsin, on May 7. Excerpts of the report follow: I. PURPOSE AND SUMMARY S. 2349, the Improve Data on Sexual Violence Act, r more ST

Senate Indian Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Interior Department Nominee Sweeney (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The Senate Indian Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Tara Sweeney, nominee to be assistant secretary of Indian affairs at the Department of Interior: "Chairman Hoeven, Vice Chairman Udall, and distinguished members of the committee. My name Is Tara Sweeney, and I am honored to be here today as you consider my nomination to be Assistant Secretary of Indian Affairs at the Department of Interior. "I am an Ifiupiaq Eskimo from Alaska's North Slope, raised in the era following congressional enactment of the Al more PR

Senate Majority Continues Efforts to Make New York More Affordable by Cutting Billions of Dollars in Local Property Taxes and Other Tax Burdens (10)

ALBANY, New York, May 7 -- The New York State Senate (majority) issued the following news release: The New York State Senate today passed a sweeping affordability package that focuses on property taxes, energy costs, unfunded mandates, and other drivers that are making it harder for middle-class families to succeed. The measures would result in billions of dollars in savings annually for taxpayers in the form of new and expanded property tax cuts - including the state assuming local Medicaid costs; eliminating costly energy taxes; creating n more PR

Senate Passes Measures to Combat Sex Trafficking of Children and Increase Community Protections From Sexual Predators (10)

ALBANY, New York, May 8 -- The New York State Senate (majority) issued the following news release: The New York State Senate today passed a package of critically important bills to strengthen laws that will help put an end to the sexual exploitation of children and prevent recurrences of sexual abuse through increased training, enhanced public awareness, and additional restrictions on convicted sexual predators. Stopping the Sexual Exploitation of Children: Sex trafficking continues to be a scourge in communities across the state, and is esp more PR

Senate Publishes Executive Communications 5064 to 5103 From Executive Branch on May 8 (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The Senate on May 8 published 40 executive communications from the Executive Branch: EC-5064. A communication from the Acting Administrator of the Specialty Crops Program, Agricultural Marketing Service, Department of Agriculture, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Honey Packers and Importers Research, Promotion, Consumer Education and Industry Information Order; Change in Producer Eligibility Requirements and Implementation of Charges for Past Due Assessments" ((RIN0581-AD03) (Docket No. AMS-SC- more PR

Senate Publishes Executive Communications 5104 to 5144 From Executive Branch on May 8 (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The Senate on May 8 published 41 executive communications from the Executive Branch: EC-5104. A communication from the Assistant Secretary for Legislation, Department of Health and Human Services, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Financial Report for fiscal year 2017 for the Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA); to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. EC-5105. A communication from the Acting Assistant Secretary for Legislation, Department of Health and Human Services, transmitting, pursuant to law, more PR

Sens. Alexander, Bennet Introduce Resolution Celebrating 19th Annual National Charter Schools Week (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The office of Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release: United States Senators Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) and Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) today introduced a resolution celebrating the 19th annual National Charter Schools Week, which runs from May 7 through May 11, 2018 and commends the students, parents, teachers, and leaders of our nation's more than 6,900 charter schools across 44 states and the District of Columbia. Senator Alexander said: "The 2017-2018 school year was the first year that state more PR

Sens. Alexander, Bennet Introduce Resolution Celebrating 19th Annual National Charter Schools Week (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tennessee, chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news release: United States Senators Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) and Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) today introduced a resolution celebrating the 19th annual National Charter Schools Week, which runs from May 7 through May 11, 2018 and commends the students, parents, teachers, and leaders of our nation's more than 6,900 charter schools across 44 states and the District of Columbia. Senator Alexander said more PR

Sens. Capito, Manchin Announce $4.5 Million for Head Start in Southern West Virginia (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The office of Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $4,537,034 for Coalfield Community Action Partnership (CAP) through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Funding will support Coalfield CAP's Head Start program in Mingo and McDowell counties. "Education and lifelong learning are essential for future success," Senator Capito said. "H more PR

Sens. Capito, Manchin Announce Funding for Historical Education and the Arts (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The office of Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $794,100 for West Virginia through the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). This funding will support programs that preserve West Virginia's rich cultural history and promote arts education. "Anyone who has been to one of our many festivals knows every West Virginia community has its own story t more PR

Sens. Hoeven, Udall Introduce Legislation to Support Native Farmers, Ranchers, and Communities (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The Senate Indian Affairs Committee issued the following news release: Senators John Hoeven (R-ND) and Tom Udall (D-NM), chairman and vice chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, respectively, this week introduced bipartisan legislation to support tribal self-governance, agricultural production in Indian Country, and enhanced agribusiness and rural development opportunities for Native American farmers, ranchers, and communities. The Cultivating Resources, Opportunity, Prosperity and Sustainability (CROPS) for I more PR

Sens. Inhofe, Hatch, Cantwell, Blumenthal Introduce Bill to Modernize Aviation Maintenance (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The office of Sen. James M. Inhofe, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news release: U.S. Sens. Jim Inhofe (R-OK), Orrin Hatch (R-UT), Maria Cantwell (D-WA), and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) have introduced a bill to improve training programs at aviation maintenance technician schools. The legislation requires the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to modernize the mandated curriculum, which has not been updated in five decades. "The aviation maintenance industry supports skilled, high-paying jobs around the country. Yet, e more PR

Sens. Manchin and Capito Announce $4.5 Million for Head Start in Southern West Virginia (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The office of Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $4,537,034 for Coalfield Community Action Partnership (CAP) through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Funding will support Coalfield CAP's Head Start program in Mingo and McDowell counties. "Children in Williamson deserve access to a world class education and Head Start programs help establish a more PR

Sens. Manchin and Capito Announce Funding for Historical Education and the Arts (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The office of Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $794,100 for West Virginia through the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). This funding will support programs that preserve West Virginia's rich cultural history and promote arts education. "Anyone who has been to one of our many festivals knows every West Virginia community has its own story to tell," more PR

Sens. Menendez, Booker Announce $1.4 Million in Federal Funding to Support NJ Arts Education Programs (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The office of Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker today announced the awarding of a combined $1,356,500 in grants from the National Endowment for the Arts to support and enhance arts education and programming across New Jersey. "Investing in New Jersey's local cultural and arts organizations provides enormous returns, not just in supporting creative expression, but in creating jobs and economic growth, promoting wellness, boosting student achiev more PR

Sens. Menendez, Booker Announce $5.5M to Support Head Start Programs in South Jersey (10)

NEWARK, New Jersey, May 7 -- 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 $5,555,634 to support Head Start and Early Head Start programs for Tri-County Community Action Agency, Inc. "Every child in New Jersey, regardless of which zip code they live in, deserves the opportunity for quality, early childhood education in order to reach their full potential in school and beyond," sai more PR

Sens. Peters, Stabenow Raise Alarm Over Secretary DeVos Actions to Restore Federal Recognition of Failed For-Profit Accrediting Organization (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The office of Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Gary Peters and Debbie Stabenow today raised alarm over recent actions by the Department of Education to restore the federal recognition of failed for-profit accrediting organization, the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges (ACICS). ACICS gave its stamp of approval to unscrupulous for-profit colleges like ITT Tech and Corinthian Colleges, which defrauded thousands of students in Michigan and left them saddled with debt. " more PR

Sens. Stabenow, Peters Raise Alarm Over Secretary DeVos Actions to Restore Federal Recognition of Failed For-Profit Accrediting Organization (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The office of Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters today raised alarm over recent actions by the Department of Education to restore the federal recognition of failed for-profit accrediting organization, the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges (ACICS). ACICS gave its stamp of approval to unscrupulous for-profit colleges like ITT Tech and Corinthian Colleges, which defrauded thousands of students in Michigan and left them saddled with debt more PR

Sens. Udall, Heinrich Announce Funding to Rebuild Laguna BIE Elementary School (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The office of Sen. Tom Udall, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Tom Udall, vice chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs and lead Democrat on the Appropriations Subcommittee that funds the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), and Senator Martin Heinrich announced funding has been granted to Laguna Pueblo to rebuild their elementary school. After many years of fighting for funding to rebuild the school, the tribe was finally awarded the design-build contract and funding to soon beg more PR

Sens. Udall, Heinrich Announce Funding to Rebuild Laguna BIE Elementary School (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The office of Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Tom Udall (D-N.M.), vice chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs and lead Democrat on the Appropriations Subcommittee that funds the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), and Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) announced funding has been granted to Laguna Pueblo to rebuild their elementary school. After many years of fighting for funding to rebuild the school, the tribe was finally awarded the design-build contract more PR

Sens. Udall, Hoeven Introduce Legislation to Support Native Farmers, Ranchers, and Communities (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The office of Sen. Tom Udall, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and John Hoeven (R-N.D.), vice chairman and chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, respectively, this week introduced bipartisan legislation to support tribal self-governance, agricultural production in Indian Country, and enhanced agribusiness and rural development opportunities for Native American farmers, ranchers, and communities. The Cultivating Resources, Opportunity, Prosperity and Sustainabil more PR

Sens. Warner & Kaine Announce More Than $9 Million In Head Start Funding for Virginia (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The office of Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine announced $9,442,626 million in federal grant funding through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for Head Start programs throughout Virginia. "We are thrilled to announce funding through Head Start to ensure young children in Virginia have the resources they need," the Senators said. "We strongly believe in efforts to support early childhood development that can promote kids' re more PR

Seven Graduates Earn Top Honors at Thiel College's 144th Commencement Exercises (10)

GREENVILLE, Pennsylvania, May 8 -- Thiel College issued the following news release: Six members of the Thiel College Class of 2018 earned valedictorian honors and one received salutatorian honors at the 144th Commencement Exercises, which were held Sunday, May 6 in the College's William A. Passavant Memorial Center. Crystal Carradine '18, Tina Kramer '18, Kyle Marini '18, Samuel Sesti III '18, John Thiel '18, and Hanna Todaro '18 all shared valedictorian honors with perfect 4.0 grade point averages. Nicholas Sarratori '18 was named salutatori more PR

Several URI Colleges Offer Insight Into Environment As Part of One Ocean Exploration Zone (10)

KINGSTON, Rhode Island, May 11 -- The University of Rhode Island issued the following news release: The Volvo Ocean Race has come to port in Newport, R.I. for its only North American stop. While in the city, visitors and competitors will have plenty to do in Race Village, ranging from learning how to recycle a boat to exploring ocean science thanks to the University of Rhode Island. The grand opening of One Ocean Exploration Zone is Saturday, May 12, at 11 a.m. at Fort Adams State Park and will remain open until the next leg of the race depar more PR

SFA Alumnus Directs High School Theatre to State Championship (10)

NACOGDOCHES, Texas, May 9 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news release: Anticipation builds as the stage lights dim. Backstage, actors shake out their nerves, take a deep breath and move to their opening spots. A hush falls over the audience. It's show time. Stephen F. Austin State University alumnus and Crandall High School theatre teacher and director Daniel Gambill blends into the crowd at Round Rock ISD's Performing Arts Center as he takes his seat. It is the second time a One-Act Play he has directed has made i more PR

SFUSD Announces New Leader for KALW as Historic Public Radio Station Looks to the Future (10)

SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 7 -- The San Francisco Unified School District issued the following news release: The San Francisco Unified School District and its community broadcast service KALW, a pioneer in public broadcasting since 1941, have selected a new General Manager with deep roots in both public media and education to lead the station. Tina Pamintuan, who has held various leadership positions in public media as an editor, producer, and program founder, will take the reins of KALW from departing General Manager Matt Martin, who has more PR

Shakopee Alternative High School Teacher is Teacher of the Year (10)

BLOOMINGTON, Minnesota, May 6 -- Education Minnesota issued the following news release: Kelly D. Holstine, an English teacher at Tokata Learning Center in Shakopee, is the 2018 Minnesota Teacher of the Year. Holstine is the 54th recipient of the prestigious award, and the first from the Shakopee district. An independent selection committee representing Minnesota leaders in education, business and government chooses the Minnesota Teacher of the Year from individuals who are nominated and who then choose to become a candidate. The Tokata Lear more PR

SIA Opens Call for Speakers for ISC East 2018 and ISC West 2019 (10)

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, May 7 -- The Security Industry Association issued the following news release: The Security Industry Association (SIA) and ISC Security Events have announced that the SIA Education@ISC team is seeking quality session proposals for two upcoming events: ISC East 2018 - Nov. 14-15 in New York City - and ISC West 2019 - April 9-12 in Las Vegas, NV. The deadlines to submit speaking proposals are May 25 for ISC East 2018 and June 11 for ISC West 2019. ISC West - North America's largest security event with an attendance of 30 more PR

Since 2010, Minnesota's Economy Has Outperformed Wisconsin's by Virtually Every Available Measure (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Economic Policy Institute issued the following news release: In a new paper, EPI Senior Economic Analyst David Cooper analyzes the economic performance of Minnesota and Wisconsin during the tenures of Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton and Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker and finds that, by virtually every metric, Minnesota's economy has performed far better for working families than Wisconsin's in the last seven years. Since taking office in 2010, Governors Dayton and Walker have pursued vastly different state economic po more PR

SIUE Chancellor, an L&C Alumnus, to Deliver Commencement Address May 16 (10)

GODFREY, Illinois, May 11 -- Lewis and Clark Community College issued the following news release: Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Chancellor Randy Pembrook, a Lewis and Clark Community College alumnus, will deliver the Commencement address at L&C's 47th Annual Commencement ceremony May 16. Pembrook earned his associate degree from Lewis and Clark in the mid-70s and went on to earn bachelor's and master's degrees in music education and piano performance at SIUE, and a doctorate in music education from Florida State University. "As a more PR

SMART Technologies and The Conrad Foundation Join Forces to Recognize Students Solving Global Education Challenges (10)

CALGARY, Alberta, May 2 -- SMART Technologies issued the following news release: SMART Technologies Inc. and The Conrad Foundation today announced the Transforming Education through Technology Award aimed to bring together global teachers and students to advance learning through technology. The Award announcement took place at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex during the 2018 Spirit of Innovation Summit, the pinnacle event of the Conrad Spirit of Innovation Challenge, a yearly program where 100 students present a series of power pitches more PR

Social Work Students Contribute More Than $1.5 Million in Services to Wichita Community (10)

WICHITA, Kansas, May 9 -- Wichita State University issued the following news release: If your agency wants to expand its social services, consider tapping into Wichita State University's School of Social Work students. Social work majors at Wichita State University contributed more than $1.5 million and 82,180 hours in services to the Wichita community during the 2017-2018 academic year. These students served individual clients through 75 agencies, some with multiple site locations, such as Wichita Public Schools and Via Christi Health. All more PR

Southeastern College of Education Honors Top Students (10)

HAMMOND, Louisiana, May 7 -- Southeastern Louisiana University issued the following news release: Southeastern Louisiana University students Payton Bryant of Luling and Torrie Williams of Amite were named Outstanding Elementary Education Student Teachers by the College of Education at its honors convocation May 3. The college also announced the recipients of departmental honors, scholarships, grants and new members of the Phi Kappa Phi, Kappa Delta Pi, and Phi Alpha honor societies and Southeastern's own Thirteen Club honor society. The list more PR

Spanish Resources for Marine Technicians (10)

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, May 7 -- The American Boat and Yacht Council issued the following news release: The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) announces its Marine Electrical Certification study guide and exam are now available in Spanish. The marine industry is facing a growing workforce shortage of skilled technicians and the newly translated resources will ensure the inclusion of Spanish-speaking talent into ABYC's certified technician program. "South Florida has a very large contingent of experienced Spanish-speaking technicians and engi more PR

Spearman Declares State of Emergency in Florence School District Four (10)

TIMMONSVILLE, South Carolina, May 9 -- The South Carolina Department of Education issued the following news release: State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman has declared a state of emergency in Florence School District Four due to chronic financial instability. "Over the past ten years, Florence Four has lost 32% of its student population while still paying millions in administrative salaries and related costs. Now, with just over 600 students among its three schools, the district's finances are in dire shape and require immediate ac more PR

Spring Commencement Set for May 19 (10)

WHITEWATER, Wisconsin, May 10 -- The University of Wisconsin's Whitewater campus issued the following news release: The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater will celebrate the achievements of its graduates Saturday, May 19, 2018, as proud families gather for spring commencement ceremonies. A total of 1,644 graduates will cross the stage to receive their degrees. The morning ceremony, which begins at 10 a.m., recognizes 739 undergraduate students and 98 graduate students from the College of Arts and Communication and the College of Business and more PR

Springfield College Well Represented at MAHPERD Awards Banquet (10)

SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts, May 8 -- Springfield College issued the following news: Springfield College Associate Professor of Physical Education Michelle Moosbrugger and Physical Education and Health Education major Danielle Sweet were recognized at the recent 2018 Massachusetts Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (MAHPERD) awards banquet. Moosbrugger earned the Honor Award, given annually to a MAHPERD member who has made significant strides in the fields of Health, Physical Education, Recreation or Dance. Sweet e more PR

SRU Ranked One the Nation's Best Public Universities (10)

SLIPPERY ROCK, Pennsylvania, May 10 -- Slippery Rock University issued the following news: Slippery Rock University has been named a "Best Public Colleges and Universities" for 2018 by CollegeConsensus.com. SRU, ranked No. 98, was the only institution from Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education to make the Top 100. Others making the list of more than 350 schools included Shippensburg (149), West Chester (166), Mansfield (211), Kutztown (247), Bloomsburg (270), Clarion (273), Millersville (291) and Indiana (334). The methodology used more PR

St. Lucie County Earns Multiple NACo Achievement Awards (10)

FORT PIERCE, Florida, May 11 -- St. Lucie County issued the following news: For the ninth consecutive year, the St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners has been recognized by the National Association of Counties (NACo) with multiple awards for its programs and efforts. Various county departments, along with community partners, earned 2018 Achievement Awards and a Best in Category Winner in four categories. "The County Commissioners are fortunate enough to see the daily efforts St. Lucie County's staff put forth in doing their jobs and more PR

Stabenow, Roberts Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support Farmer Veterans (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Michigan, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee, issued the following news release: Today, leaders of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Ranking Member Debbie Stabenow and Chairman Pat Roberts, introduced new legislation that expands support for military veterans in agriculture. The Farmer Veteran Opportunity Act of 2018 makes all new veterans eligible for support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The bill more PR

Stall Students Excel on Aerospace Engineering Exams (10)

CHARLESTON, South Carolina, May 11 -- Charleston County School District issued the following news: R.B. Stall High School (RBSHS) freshman Maalik Anderson and sophomore Michael Gamboa scored in the top two levels on the end-of-course assessment for the Advanced Career Aerospace Engineering program, earning recognition from the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB), which worked with industry leaders to develop the program. The program is being offered at Stall for the first time this year, thanks to $50,000 from the South Carolina State De more PR

Startup Bootcamp Begins 'Entrepreneurship for All' Programme in Northern Iraq (10)

ERBIL, Iraqi Kurdistan, May 8 -- The International Organization for Migration issued the following news release: Startup Bootcamp, an entrepreneurship training to promote development of innovative business ideas among young innovators, entrepreneurs and software developers from displaced, refugee and host communities, took place on 4-5 May in Erbil, Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The event was supported by IOM Iraq, and organized by Five One Labs, a start-up incubator based in Iraq that assists displaced and conflict affected entrepreneurs develop more PR

State Commission Approves EOU's Progress (10)

LA GRANDE, Oregon, May 10 -- Eastern Oregon University issued the following news: Eastern Oregon University has met all conditions set by the former State Board of Education in 2014, meeting the unanimous approval of the state's Higher Education Coordinating Committee (HECC). EOU joined Southern Oregon University in reaching the designated financial and performance standards, and the HECC submitted its final report to the legislature earlier this week, confirming that both institutions had met the established conditions. For EOU, this marks more PR

State Education Department Presents New Guidance and Resources for Schools to Implement Social and Emotional Learning (10)

ALBANY, New York, May 7 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following news release: New guidance and resources will soon be available for school districts to support implementation of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) benchmarks, policies and programs, State Education Commissioner MaryEllen Elia announced today. The State Education Department presented the materials to the Board of Regents today at its meeting in Albany. "The Board of Regents places an emphasis on educating the whole child," Board of Regents Chancellor Betty A more PR

State Rep. Victoria Neave Offers $4,000 Scholarship Opportunity for Students of House District 107 via Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program (10)

DALLAS, Texas, May 10 -- The Texas House of Representatives issued the following news release: State Representative Victoria Neave announced today that she is offering a scholarship opportunity for students that reside in House District 107 which encompasses parts of East Dallas, Garland, and Mesquite, Texas via the Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program. The scholarship, administered by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, allows students planning to serve in the military after college to receive up to $4,000 for the 2018-2019 aca more PR

State Schools Chief Tom Torlakson Announces Partnership to Strengthen Early Childhood Education Workforce (10)

SACRAMENTO, California, May 7 -- The The California State Board of Education's State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson issued the following news release: State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson today announced that California will receive a grant and support to strengthen the quality of early childhood care and education. California will join a partnership with the National Governors Association (NGA) and the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) titled Improving the Early Childhood Education Workfor more PR

State Superintendent Brian Whiston Passes Away Following Battle With Cancer (10)

LANSING, Michigan, May 8 -- The Michigan Department of Education issued the following news release: State Superintendent Brian J. Whiston passed away Monday evening, the Michigan Department of Education has reported. He was 56 years old. Appointed State Superintendent by the State Board of Education in April 2015, Whiston had been receiving medical treatments since his cancer diagnosis last fall and went on Long-Term Disability Leave on May 4. "We are deeply saddened by the passing of Brian," said State Board of Education Co-Presidents Casan more PR

State Superintendent Torlakson Announces 'Make the Switch: Become a Teacher' Campaign (10)

SACRAMENTO, California, May 8 -- The The California State Board of Education's State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson issued the following news release: State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson, as part of an effort to recognize National Teacher Appreciation Week, announced a new statewide "Make the Switch: Be a Teacher" campaign. The campaign, created by the California Department of Education, highlights those who have switched to teaching after starting careers in other fields and encourages more mid-career more PR

Stats for Stories: National Teacher Appreciation Week: May 7-11, 2018 (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey issued the following news release: Presidential Proclamation 2016: http://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/ws/index.php?pid=117455&st=teacher+appreciation&st1= Presidential Proclamation 1986: http://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/ws/index.php?pid=36827&st=teacher+appreciation&st1= Key Stats: Source: 2016 American Community Survey. * Table B24124: Detailed Occupation for the Full-Time, Year-Round Civilian Employed Population 16 Years and Over: https://factfinder.census.gov/bkmk/table/1 more PR

Stein Appointed to New York State Palliative Care Education and Training Council (10)

NEW YORK, May 9 -- Yeshiva University issued the following news release: Dr. Gary Stein, professor at Yeshiva University's Wurzweiler School of Social Work, has been appointed to the New York State Palliative Care Education and Training Council by New York State Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker. "This appointment is significant in several ways," said Dr. Stein. "First, having this council is a statement of state policy that palliative care education and training needs to be expanded and meet the needs of older New Yorkers and those facin more PR

Student and Faculty Member From University of New Orleans Counselor Education Program Receive Awards From Major Professional Organizations (10)

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, May 8 -- The University of New Orleans issued the following news release: Two prominent professional counseling organizations have recognized and awarded a student and faculty member from the University of New Orleans counselor education master's degree program. Graduate student Claire Barry is pursuing a master's degree in counseling with a concentration in school counseling. She has been awarded the Louisiana School Counselor Association (LSCA) Scholarship, which comes with a $500 award and an invitation to serve on more PR

Student Takes First Place at International Competition (10)

HAYS, Kansas, May 8 -- Fort Hays State University issued the following news: Zachar Dziadul, Macon, Ga., recently won first place in the Entrepreneurship Challenge at the Collegiate Distributive Education Clubs of America International Career Development Conference in Washington, D.C. Dziadul, a Fort Hays State University senior majoring in marketing, received a $5,000 Don DeBolt Scholarship for his success. The challenge required students to create a franchise-able business that focused on solving a problem. The event was sponsored by the F more PR

Student's Globalized Upbringing Informs USC Journey (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, May 11 -- The University of Southern California's Viterbi School of Engineering issued the following news release: Few class of 2018 graduates can boast such an array of experiences as Tilden Chima, '18 B.S. biomedical engineering.He helped USC's chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) win the organization's coveted National Chapter of the Year Award as its academic excellence chair. His senior design project, a biofeedback device for the correction of improper posture was honored at the Viterbi Under more PR

Students and Alumnae Honored With Major Scholarships and Grants (10)

NEW YORK, May 9 -- Barnard College issued the following news: Every year, outstanding Barnard students and alumnae earn scholarships, fellowships, and awards that reward their intellectual curiosity, commitment to public service, and academic success. Barnard College is thrilled to announce and congratulate the recipients for the 2017-2018 academic year. Karen Blank Award | Katie Angen '18 This award is given annually to a Barnard senior student-athlete who exemplifies the qualities of academic success, athletic achievement, strong sporting more PR

Students Compete for DECA Awards (10)

SPOKANE, Washington, May 7 -- Gonzaga University issued the following news: Twelve Gonzaga University students were among nearly 1,500 international and American students who competed in the recent Collegiate DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) International Career Development Conference in Washington, D.C. Competing in various events last month against students from more than 150 universities in the United States and other countries, students in the Gonzaga DECA chapter delivered strong performances both in the preliminary and fi more PR

Students Conduct Science Activities at STEM Festival (10)

PLATTEVILLE, Wisconsin, May 7 -- The University of Wisconsin-Platteville issued the following news: Seven University of Wisconsin-Platteville School of Education students recently presented a variety of engaging, hands-on science activities for children of all ages at the 2018 Dubuque Area Family STEM Festival at Clarke University in Dubuque, Iowa. The festival, a free, public event, was sponsored by the Northeast Iowa Region Governor's STEM Advisory Council, with participants from communities throughout the tri-state region. The goal of the more PR

Students, Staff Attend Experiential Education Conference (10)

CLINTON, New York, May 11 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: Hamilton was well represented at the recent Northeast Regional Association for Experiential Education conference. The three-day event took place in April at YMCA Camp Becket in Becket, Mass., and featured workshops, speakers, and events relevant to outdoor and experiential educators. Four students attended the conference-- seniors Amber Aparicio and Megan Bates, and juniors Maggie Horne and Abby Kaplan. They were joined by Director of Outdoor Leadership Andrew Jillings, more PR

Study Program at Austrian Airlines: Search for Future Air Traffic Managers Enters Its Second Round (10)

SCHWECHAT, Austria, May 7 -- Austrian Airlines issued the following news release: "Filling academic positions with Austrian talents is a major challenge for us", says Kay Kratky, Chief Executive Officer of Austrian Airlines AG, putting the shortage of qualified employees in Austria in a nutshell. In particular, employees with business management or airline-specific know-how are in demand more than ever before, above all in areas such as flight operations, marketing and network planning. The long-term objective of Austrian Airlines is to identi more PR

Study Shows Montanans' Awareness of Invasive Aquatic Species Improving (10)

MISSOULA, Montana, May 8 -- The University of Montana issued the following news release: Nearly three-fourths of all Montanans participate in outdoor water recreation activities, and this year 87 percent of those residents are aware of the invasive aquatic mussel issue in Montana. The numbers indicate an overall increase of 20 percent from a similar 2017 awareness study, according to figures released by the Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research at the University of Montana. Larvae of aquatic invasive mussels were found in Tiber and C more PR

Study: States Facing Challenges With Kindergarten Entry Assessments (10)

PRINCETON, New Jersey, May 9 -- Educational Testing Service issued the following news release: With at least 40 states developing and implementing kindergarten entry assessments (KEAs) in the last five years, questions arise over the best way to determine if such measures are valid and reliable. A new report from ETS reviews seven state KEAs, looks at lessons learned, and offers recommendations for future research to be conducted to further enhance their use by teachers and state policymakers. The report, "Real World Compromises: Policy and P more PR

SU 92nd-Year Spring Commencement Scheduled May 23-24 (10)

SALISBURY, Maryland, May 10 -- Salisbury University issued the following news release: Norman H. Conway studied hard to earn his B.A. in education from then-Salisbury State Teachers College, culminating with his graduation in 1965. The long-time educator returned to earn his M.Ed. in 1970. On Wednesday, May 23, he receives yet another degree from his Alma Mater during Salisbury University's 92nd-year Spring Commencement: an honorary doctorate of public service. The award is presented during the 6 p.m. graduate ceremony. From the 1965-1986, C more PR

SU Students, Alumna Earn Fulbright Awards (10)

SALISBURY, Maryland, May 7 -- Salisbury University issued the following news release: Two Salisbury University seniors and one recent graduate have earned prestigious U.S. Fulbright Student awards for the 2018-19 academic year. Seniors Martina Maya-Callen and Danielle Walker earned English Teaching Assistantships to Argentina and Moldova, respectively. Alumna Caroline Deschak '14 will pursue a master's in public health at the Instituto Nacional de Salud Publica in Cuernavaca, Mexico. "This year's winners have not only demonstrated strong aca more PR

Subcommittee Explores Private Sector Solutions to Close the Skills Gap (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Rep. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development, issued the following news release: Today, the Higher Education and Workforce Development Subcommittee held a hearing on private sector solutions to address the nation's skills gap by helping job seekers learn the skills they need for a good-paying job. The hearing highlighted how American companies are addressing the shortage of six million workers, and some of the reasons employers more PR

Subcommittee Hearing on the Opioid Epidemic, Subcommittee Hearing on Closing the Skills Gap (10)

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-North Carolina, chairman of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, issued the following news release: On Tuesday, May 8 at 10:00 a.m., the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections will hold a hearing on "The Opioid Epidemic: Implications for the Federal Employees' Compensation Act." The hearing will take place in room 2175 of the Rayburn House Office Building. The hearing will examine implications of the opioid epidemic for the Department of Labor's workers' compensation program for federal em more PR

Summer Employment Program Receives Funding (10)

CINCINNATI, Ohio, May 11 -- Mount St. Joseph University issued the following news release: The Summer Employment Program (SEP) at Mount St. Joseph University is again being made possible through a generous grant by the SC Ministry Foundation, which promotes the mission and ministry of the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati. This is the 13th consecutive year the program has received the grant. The Summer Employment Program gives students experience working with nonprofit organizations as well as helps them pay for their education. The organizatio more PR

SUNY Chairman and Chancellor Announce Appointment of Dr. Tod A. Laursen as Provost (10)

ALBANY, New York, May 7 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: State University of New York Chairman of the Board H. Carl McCall and SUNY Chancellor Kristina M. Johnson announced today the appointment of Dr. Tod A. Laursen as senior vice chancellor and provost, following an extensive international search. "Dr. Laursen brings with him a worldly experience that will bode well as we work to build on SUNY's academic mission," said Chairman McCall. "He believes strongly, as we all do, in the positive role public hig more PR

SUNY Chancellor's Award Honors 2 for Professional Service at Oswego (10)

OSWEGO, New York, May 8 -- The State University of New York's Oswego campus issued the following news release: 'Consummate professional' -- Daniel Griffin, director of admissions at SUNY Oswego, recently earned the Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Professional Service from the SUNY system. The State University of New York system recently honored SUNY Oswego's Daniel Griffin, director of admissions, and Michelle Bandla, coordinator of first-year programs and interim director of the Center for Experiential Learning, with the 2018 Chancellor more PR

SUNY Potsdam Announces Interdisciplinary Major in Arts Management (10)

POTSDAM, New York, May 10 -- The State University of New York's Potsdam campus issued the following news: The State University of New York at Potsdam is set to launch a long-awaited baccalaureate program in arts management beginning this fall. SUNY Potsdam's new Bachelor of Arts degree program in arts management has been several years in the making, and focuses on preparing students to be administrators of creative institutions and successful managers of their own artistic careers. Coursework in business, communications, marketing and admini more PR

SUNY Potsdam Announces Winners of Learning & Research Fair Awards (10)

POTSDAM, New York, May 8 -- The State University of New York's Potsdam campus issued the following news: SUNY Potsdam recently recognized students and faculty mentors for excellence in research and creative projects, following the College's 2018 Learning and Research Fair. The 2018 Learning and Research Fair at SUNY Potsdam was held on April 25 in the Barrington Student Union, and featured more than 60 student projects. Top research projects were recognized with awards, which included $2,500 worth of prizes, presented in a ceremony concluding more PR

SUNY Potsdam Prepares to Celebrate Class of 2018 at Commencement (10)

POTSDAM, New York, May 9 -- The State University of New York's Potsdam campus issued the following news: The State University of New York at Potsdam will honor the Class of 2018, as hundreds of students earn their undergraduate and graduate degrees, during the College's Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 19. More than 750 bachelor's and master's graduates are set to cross the stage. Commencement speaker The innovative educator Stephen Ritz, founder of the "Green Bronx Machine," will deliver the keynote address to the graduating class, an more PR

Susan Edwards of Appalachian State Named Provost of Wright State University (10)

KENT, Ohio, May 10 -- Wright State University issued the following news: Susan Edwards, vice provost for faculty affairs at Appalachian State University, has been named the executive vice president for academic affairs and provost of Wright State University, President Cheryl B. Schrader announced May 10. Edwards will join Wright State on July 30, succeeding Thomas Sudkamp, who has served as provost since 2015. She was selected as provost after a four-month national search that included a diverse pool of approximately 50 candidates. Wright St more PR

SWHR Celebrates Achievements in Women's Health at Awards Dinner (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, May 2 -- The Society for Women's Health Research issued the following news release: The Society for Women's Health Research celebrated advancements in women's health and honored three remarkable women for their contributions to the field on Tuesday night at SWHR's 28th Annual Awards Dinner. "Once a year, we gather together to celebrate extraordinary achievements and all of the hard work that you have done to serve our joint mission," SWHR President and CEO Amy M. Miller told the audience. The three awards recognized more PR

SXU Honors Chuck Newman With the Shield of Saint Xavier Award (10)

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 7 -- St. Xavier University issued the following news release: Saint Xavier University (SXU) hosted its 33rd Annual Presidents Scholarship Celebration, a fundraiser for student scholarships, on April 7 at the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, 221 North Columbus Drive. In addition to a reception and dinner, guests were treated to a special performance by Frenchie Davis, a finalist on NBC-TV's "The Voice," whose Broadway experience includes "Rent" and "Dreamgirls" and a Grammy nomination for "Ain't Misbehavin'." The event also hono more PR

Sydney Culture Network Celebrates International Museum Day (10)

SYDNEY, Australia, May 7 -- The University of New South Wales issued the following news release: Sydney Culture Network (SCN) is joining thousands of museums across six continents in May to celebrate International Museum Day, exploring the connections that tie museums to their communities, cultural landscapes and natural environments. SCN member organisations will join more than 30,000 museums in 120 countries taking part in International Museum Day on and around 18 May, offering special guided tours in diverse languages including Cantonese, more PR

Taran McZee Begins as AVP for Diversity and Inclusion (10)

LEXINGTON, Kentucky, May 8 -- Transylvania University issued the following news release: Taran McZee joined Transylvania University May 1 as associate vice president for diversity and inclusion, serving on President Seamus Carey's cabinet. He has spent nearly 15 years leading diversity, inclusion and equity efforts in higher education, and Transylvania is thrilled to bring his experience to campus. What drew you to Transylvania? I was chosen to participate in the National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education's (NADOHE) first more PR

Tarleton Graduate Student Receives Native Plant Society Research Grant (10)

STEPHENVILLE, Texas, May 7 -- Tarleton State University, a member of the Texas A&M University System, issued the following news release: Tarleton State University student Seth Hamby is recipient of the 2018 Ann Miller Gonzalez Graduate Research Grant from the Native Plant Society of Texas. Hamby, a graduate research assistant for the Department of Wildlife, Sustainability & Ecosystem Sciences, will use the grant to determine patterns of regional genetic variation in the rare North Central Texas endemic species Dalea reverchonii, or Comanche P more PR

Taylor Named Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs (10)

HUNTINGTON, West Virginia, May 8 -- Marshall University issued the following news release: Marshall University President Jerome A. Gilbert today announced that Dr. Jaime (pronounced "Hi-meh") R. Taylor, dean of the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics at Austin Peay State University, has been named Marshall's next provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Taylor replaces Dr. Gayle L. Ormiston, who has announced he will step down at the end of the current academic year. Taylor's appointment is effective Jul more PR

TCNJ's Collegiate Recovery Program Partners With The Ammon Foundation to Launch New Scholarship (10)

EWING, New Jersey, May 9 -- College of New Jersey issued the following news release: TCNJ's Collegiate Recovery Program and The Ammon Foundation announced today the creation of the Lion's House Scholarship and matching Ammon Education Award. The Ammon Foundation's mission is to empower individuals in addiction recovery through combating stigma and providing strategic support to enable personal success. The Ammon Education Award is designed as a matching scholarship opportunity for students attending Education Partner Institutions. This partne more PR

TDOE Announces the First Fifteen Schools to Receive Tennessee STEM School Designations (10)

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 8 -- The Tennessee Department of Education issued the following news release: Education Commissioner Candice McQueen announced today that fifteen schools have received the Tennessee STEM School Designation, the first in the state to receive this award. This designation, developed in collaboration with the STEM Leadership Council and the Tennessee STEM Innovation Network, is designed to recognize schools that promote and implement rigorous STEM-related learning opportunities for all students that lead to postsecondary more PR

TEA Awards Technology Lending Grants (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, May 8 -- The Texas Education Agency issued the following news release: The Texas Education Agency (TEA) announced today that 148 school districts and charters have been awarded 2018-2019 Technology Lending grants, aimed at ensuring equitable access to quality digital resources and courses for all students. Technology Lending grants provide school systems funds to purchase technology devices that are loaned to students for access to digital instruction materials off campus. The grant also provides personal student learning devic more PR

Teacher Appreciation Week: Superintendent Ybarra, SDE Staff Sub for Idaho Educators (10)

BOISE, Idaho, May 5 -- The Idaho Department of Education issued the following news release: Next week, 22 teachers in the Treasure Valley and Magic Valley will get time off as part of the State Department of Education's celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week. Ten SDE staff members, all certified teachers, will guest-teach to provide a day off for educators selected by their schools. And Superintendent of Public Instruction Sherri Ybarra, also certified, will guest-teach for about an hour each at Nampa's Willow Creek Elementary School on Mon more PR

Teacher Candidates Show Off Ingenuity Through SAIL Projects (10)

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, May 7 -- The University of Missouri's St. Louis campus issued the following news release: The hallways at McCluer North High School in Florissant didn't look all that different last August from when Lydia Garrighan roamed them regularly as a student four years earlier. This time, the University of Missouri-St. Louis senior was a teaching candidate, embarking on her yearlong practicum as part of the College of Education's studio schools program. Still, she couldn't quite shake the feeling of deja vu. "I was like, 'I am b more PR

Teacher Prep Programs for Early Childhood Education Explored in Two Useful Reports (10)

BOULDER, Colorado, May 7 -- The National Education Policy Center issued the following news release: It Takes a Community: Leveraging Community College Capacity to Transform the Early Childhood Workforce, published by the Bellwether Education Partners, and Pre-K Teachers and Bachelor's Degrees: Envisioning Equitable Access to High-Quality Preparation Program, published by New America and Bellwether, both examine the current state of early childhood education (ECE) teacher preparation programs at the community college and university levels. Pro more PR

Teachers From Across Scotland Gather for the NASUWT Conference (10)

BIRMINGHAM, England, May 11 -- The National Association of Schoolmasters Union of Women Teachers issued the following news release: NASUWT-The Teachers' Union, will hold its Annual Conference on Friday 11 May and Saturday 12 May in Glasgow. Teachers will debate motions on a wide range of issues affecting the teaching profession, children and young people and the education service, including support for pupils with additional needs, school security, pupil behaviour, investment in education and teachers' pay and conditions. On Friday, the Conf more PR

Team From UH West Oahu/Honolulu CC Captures National Cyber Championship (10)

HONOLULU, Hawaii, May 11 -- The University of Hawaii System issued the following news release: For the second time in three years a team made up of UH West Oahu and Honolulu Community College students and recent graduates won the National Cyber League competition, considered to be the country's leading collegiate educational cybersecurity challenge. In late April the group known as Validity outperformed 263 other teams to take the top spot in the Spring 2018 competition. Two other groups from Hawaii--the Grey Hats team from University of Hawa more PR

Team Schriever Holds First-Ever CCAF Graduation (10)

SCHRIEVER AFB, Colorado, May 9 -- The U.S. Air Force (50th Space Wing) issued the following news: By Senior Airman Arielle Vasquez Public Affairs The Schriever Air Force Base Chiefs Group, Diamond Council and Top 3 hosted a Community College of the Air Force and higher education graduation ceremony at Schriever AFB, Colorado, May 3. The CCAF was established in 1972 in order to gain academic recognition for the technical training conducted by Air Force schools. Over the years, the college has grown both in number and recognition. With more t more PR

TESOL Installs New President, Board Members (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 7 -- TESOL International Association issued the following news release: TESOL International Association, the world's leading professional association for English language educators, recently installed Luciana C. de Oliveira as its new president, along with three new board members, at the TESOL International Convention & English Language Expo, held 27-30 March 2018 in Chicago, Illinois, USA. De Oliveira serves as professor and chair in the Department of Teaching and Learning within the School of Education and Human De more PR

TESOL International Association Issues Statement on U.S. 2020 Census (10)

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 9 -- TESOL International Association issued the following statement: TESOL International Association has serious concerns about the possibility of a citizenship question being added to the upcoming census and its potential impact on English learners and teachers. The United States Census is a high-stakes activity with a tremendous impact across publicly funded K-12 and adult education, both of which are dependent on accurate census data. Both K-12 and adult education programs serve a vital role in providing language more PR

Teton High School Senior to Receive Check for Completing College Applications (10)

BOISE, Idaho, May 7 -- The Idaho State Board of Education issued the following news release: A Teton High School senior, described by his principal as "an all-around great young man," will receive $200 for his college education during a presentation next week at Teton High. Isaac Calderwood, 18 of Driggs, is the first Idaho senior to complete his college applications this year using the State Board of Education's Apply Idaho program through the Next Steps website. https://nextsteps.idaho.gov/ His promptness will earn him a check presented by more PR

Texas A&M, Cornell Collaborate to Advance Education Research, Expand Pipeline for Underrepresented Students (10)

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 9 -- Texas A&M University's College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences issued the following news release: Texas A&M and Cornell universities have joined forces to advance research on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in veterinary medical education and to expand the pipeline for underrepresented students in the field. Funded by a $300,000 federal grant from the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), researchers from both universities will work to more PR

Texas Biomedical Forum: Women Who Support Science -- TX BioBytes Podcast Episode 008 (10)

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 8 -- Texas Biomedical Research Institute issued the following news release: The Texas Biomedical Forum started in 1970 as a group of women on a mission - to support the hope and promise of life-saving research at Texas Biomedical Research Institute. What started as the brainchild of a handful of women has turned into an organization that is more than 300 members strong. The Forum raises hundreds of thousands of dollars each year in support of the science at Texas Biomed. The purpose of the Texas Biomedical Forum conti more PR

Texas Comptroller Announces Opening of Texas ABLE(R) Program (10)

AUSTIN, Texas, May 8 -- Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Glenn Hegar issued the following news release: Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar today announced that the new Texas Achieving a Better Life Experience (Texas ABLE(R)) Program is open for enrollment. Texas ABLE, based on federal and state legislation, gives Texans with disabilities and their families the opportunity to save money for disability-related expenses in a tax-advantaged account without losing their eligibility for certain public benefits such as Supplemental Security Income (S more PR

The Archdiocese of Cincinnati Hosts the NCEA 2018 Convention & Expo, April 3 -5 (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 -- The National Catholic Educational Association issued the following news release: Thousands of Catholic school educators and administrators will join the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) at the NCEA 2018 Convention & Expo in Cincinnati, OH, April 3 - 5, hosted by the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. NCEA President/CEO Dr. Thomas Burnford says, "Convention is great - I get to welcome thousands of wonderful Catholic school educators from all over the country and the world. We have three days packed with pr more PR

The CMA Foundation Honors 2018 Music Teachers of Excellence (10)

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 9 -- The Country Music Association issued the following news release: The CMA Foundation honored 34 music educators during the third annual CMA Music Teachers of Excellence ceremony last night, Tuesday, May 8, at Nashville's Marathon Music Works. The invite-only event, hosted by RCA Records Nashville recording artist as well as CMA and CMA Foundation board member Chris Young, celebrated teachers from districts across the state of Tennessee as well as cities Chicago, Cincinnati, Los Angeles and Seattle for their advoca more PR

The Mind Trust Selects 27 Local School Leaders for National Fellowship' (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, May 8 -- The Mind Trust issued the following news release: The Mind Trust, an Indianapolis-based education nonprofit, has announced its second cohort of Indianapolis school leaders who will attend Relay Graduate School of Education's National Principals Academy Fellowship. Relay is a nationally-recognized graduate school of education that provides next-level training and leadership development to school leaders across the country. With support from the Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation, The Mind Trust is sponsoring twice more PR

The Open Space Institute Protects Scenic Bergen County Property for Habitat and Education (10)

MAHWAH, New Jersey, May 9 -- The Open Space Institute issued the following news release: The Open Space Institute (OSI) today announces the permanent protection of an 18-acre property in northwestern Bergen County. Upon conserving the property, OSI conveyed the scenic acreage to the county as a new addition to the Ramapo Valley County Reservation. The property will preserve critical habitat and be used for science education by nearby Ramapo College. The newly-protected property, purchased for $1,350,000, consists of wetlands and open fields w more PR

The Skin Cancer Foundation Hits the Road With Destination: Healthy Skin Program (10)

NEW YORK, May 9 -- The Skin Cancer Foundation issued the following news release: The Skin Cancer Foundation kicks off the second year of its mobile education and screening program, Destination: Healthy Skin, on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 in New York City. The program is designed to save lives by educating the public about effective sun protection for skin cancer prevention as well as the importance of early detection. The 2018 Destination: Healthy Skin program is made possible in part by generous support from Walgreens, EMD Serono and Pfizer, Amazo more PR

The Trust for Public Land Announces $75,000 National Endowment for the Arts Grant for Parks in North Camden, New Jersey (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The Trust for Public Land issued the following news release: The Trust for Public Land, in partnership with Cooper's Ferry Partnership and Theatre of the Oppressed, was awarded a $75,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to activate parks, schoolyards, and open space in North Camden, New Jersey through participatory theatre and design workshops. "The Trust for Public Land is thrilled to be working with the City of Camden and local partners to create new parks and outdoor green spaces so that everyone has acce more PR

The Ultimate Birder Adventure - Horicon Marsh 21st Annual Bird Festival Will Be Held May 10-14 (10)

HORICON, Wisconsin, May 7 -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: Bird enthusiasts can experience the sights, sounds and natural beauty of birds in peak spring migration as the Horicon Marsh Bird Club hosts the 21st annual Bird Festival at Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center May 10-14. From the backyard birder to the world traveler, four days of adventure await by foot, boat, bus and bicycle at Horicon Marsh, one of the largest freshwater marshes in the United States. The Horicon Marsh Bird F more PR

The Unions, and Their Impact on Teachers (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The Center for Education Reform issued the following news release: Recognizing charter schools as well as those who enable their progress on this #TeachersDay 2018 must include a recognition of those that stand in the way of yet more progress- the National Education Association and the exceptionally hostile American Federation of Teachers (AFT). It's no secret these two groups have always opposed and spread falsehoods about charters, working hard to convince teachers that they don't serve kids. That has largely failed, b more PR

Three Communities Nationwide Awarded Funding for Green Stormwater Infrastructure Community Outreach and Education (10)

ASHBURN, Virginia, May 9 -- The National Recreation and Park Association issued the following news release: For the second year in a row, the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) and Southwest Airlines(R) are proud to partner on a Community Outreach and Education Grant program to help fund green stormwater infrastructure projects in underserved, low-income communities across the United States. As part of the program, grants totaling $30,000 were recently awarded to three communities to help engage residents in the planning, implemen more PR

Three Juniata College Faculty Receive Teaching and Service Awards (10)

HUNTINGDON, Pennsylvania, May 9 -- Juniata College issued the following news release: Three Juniata College faculty members were honored Tuesday, May 8, with distinguished teaching and service awards during the College's Spring Awards Convocation in Rosenberger Auditorium in the Halbritter Center for the Performing Arts, held Tuesday at 3 p.m. Honored for their work were John Bukowski, Professor of Mathematics; Daniel Dries, assistant professor of chemistry; and Cynthia Merriwether-de Vries, associate professor of sociology. The convocation a more PR

Three Mississippi High Schools Earn Silver in 2018 U.S. News Best High Schools (10)

JACKSON, Mississippi, May 10 -- The Mississippi Department of Education issued the following news release: In the 2018 U.S. News Best High Schools rankings, three Mississippi schools earned silver badges and 54 earned bronze, making the cut of the 30 percent of schools nationwide that scored high enough to earn a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Best High Schools recognition. There are three levels of medal award winners. In total, U.S. News nationally ranked the 5,948 highest-scoring schools as gold, silver or bronze in the 2018 rankings. The highest more PR

Three Students Present at Yale University Bouchet Conference (10)

POMONA, New Jersey, May 10 -- Richard Stockton College/Stockton University issued the following news: Three Stockton University undergraduate students presented their research posters at the 2018 Yale Bouchet Conference on Diversity and Graduate Education held at Yale University on April 26-28. Valerie Hayes, chief officer for Institutional Diversity and Equity, said it was a great honor for Stockton and the students since it is unusual for undergraduate students to be chosen to present at the conference. Hayes, a co-founder of the Bouchet G more PR

TJHSST Students Named Presidential Scholars (10)

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, May 10 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news release: Kavya Kopparapu and Mihir Patel, students at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, have been named 2018 U.S. Presidential Scholars, a program administered by the U.S. Department of Education. Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST) is a Fairfax County public school. Each year, the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars selects high school scholars based on their academic success, artistic exce more PR

Tobacco, Beef and More Field Day Scheduled for June 21 (10)

SPRINGFIELD, Tennessee, May 10 -- The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture issued the following news release: Beef cattle and tobacco producers should make plans to attend the Tobacco, Beef and More Field Day hosted by the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture. The field day takes place on Thursday, June 21, at the Highland Rim AgResearch and Education Center. Registration begins at 8 a.m. at the field day assembly area off Oakland Road. Early arrivers can meet with representatives from agricultural industries and UTIA more PR

Top Fresno State Teaching Award Goes to Psychology Prof Paul Price (10)

FRESNO, California, May 9 -- California State University issued the following news release: Dr. Paul Price, psychology professor, was selected for Fresno State's 2018 Provost's Award for Excellence in Teaching, announced Dr. Lynnette Zelezny, Fresno State's provost and vice president for Academic Affairs. The Provost's Awards also honored the following faculty: * Dr. Carolyn Cusick, assistant professor of philosophy -- Faculty Service Award * Dr. Qiao-Hong Chen, associate professor of chemistry, and Dr. Andrew Fiala, professor of philosophy more PR

Tourism Ministers of the Middle East Focus on Employment at UNWTO's Annual Gathering in the Region (10)

MADRID, Spain, May 10 -- The United Nations' World Tourism Organization issued the following news release: The 44th meeting of the UNWTO Regional Commission for the Middle East, organized by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Ministry of Tourism of the Arab Republic of Egypt (Sharm el Sheikh, 8-9 May 2018), focused on innovation and digital transformation. It was followed by this year's UNWTO Regional Conference, which highlighted the importance of tourism's labour market performance under the theme "Human Capital Development in To more PR

Transforming the University Into the Technology Hub of the Eastern GTA (10)

OSHAWA, Ontario, May 8 -- The University of Ontario Institute of Technology issued the following news release: "The University of Ontario Institute of Technology will be the eastern anchor of the Greater Toronto Area's rapidly expanding technology hub," says Dr. Steven Murphy, formally installed May 8 as the university's fourth President and Vice-Chancellor. President Murphy's installation address outlined plans for enhancing the university's strategic growth and reinforcing its position as a post-secondary leader in career-ready education an more PR

Travis Drug Demand Reduction Program Offers Drug Education Program for Children (10)

TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE, California, May 9 -- The U.S. Air Force (60th Air Mobility Wing) issued the following news: By Timothy Finney Public Affairs Travis Drug Demand Reduction Program is currently sponsoring a Drug Education for Youth program. The program had been dormant since 2013, but it's the hope of the Airman and Family Readiness Center to revitalize the program for 2018. This is a year-long program for children ages 9-12 and teaches children techniques to resist drugs, gangs and alcohol use. The program is broken into two phases. more PR

Trent University Graduate Student Receives National Fellowship for Outstanding Leadership (10)

PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, May 9 -- Trent University issued the following news release: The Society of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education and 3M Canada has named Debbie Jenkins, an Environmental and Life Sciences graduate student at Trent University, one of ten 3M national student fellows - the second year in a row a Trent student has been recognized with the honour. The 3M fellow recognizes students in Canada who have demonstrated qualities of outstanding leadership and embrace a vision of education that enhances their academic experience more PR

Tufts Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) Receives $56 Million National Institutes of Health (NIH) Clinical and Translational Science Award (10)

SOMERVILLE, Massachusetts, May 7 -- Tufts University issued the following news release: Tufts University and Tufts Medical Center today announced that the National Institutes of Health's National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences has named Tufts Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) a recipient of the 2018 Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA). This award, Tufts CTSI's third since 2008, provides more than $56 million in federal funding to support the Institute's local, regional, and national research initiati more PR

Turnbull's Budget Fails Our Children (10)

VICTORIA, Australia, May 9 -- The Australian Education Union issued the following news release: The 2018-2019 Federal Budget has failed to deliver fair funding for public schools, with the Turnbull Government yet again prioritising big business over our children and their future. Australian Education Union Federal President, Correna Haythorpe said Malcolm Turnbull has blatantly ignored the needs and wants of the public by delivering a budget which benefits big business, instead of delivering fairer funding for public schools. "Malcolm Turnbu more PR

Tuskegee Names Lily D. McNair As Its 8th President (10)

TUSKEGEE, Alabama, May 8 -- The Tuskegee University issued the following news: Dr. Lily D. McNair will become Tuskegee University's eighth president after being unanimously selected by its Board of Trustees. She will serve as the first female president of the institution in its 136-year history. McNair currently is provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at Wagner College in New York City. She will begin her duties at Tuskegee on July 1, 2018. "When we launched our presidential search last October, our goal was to identify som more PR

Twenty-one MCPS Students Win National Merit $2,500 Scholarships (10)

ROCKVILLE, Maryland, May 11 -- Montgomery County Public Schools issued the following news release: Twenty-one Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) students from seven high schools have been awarded National Merit $2,500 Scholarships financed by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. The students are among 48 high school seniors in Maryland to be selected in the latest group of National Merit Scholarship Program recipients. The scholars were selected from a pool of more than 15,000 students, and will receive a one-time award of $2,500 more PR

Twin Cities Masked Ball Raises Vitally Needed Funds for HBCUs (10)

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, May 11 -- The United Negro College Fund issued the following news release: UNCF will host the sixth annual Twin Cities Masked Ball [UNCF.org/TwinCitiesmaskedball] on Saturday, May 12, at U.S. Bank Stadium. Emceed by T. Mychael Rambo, the event will include nearly 500 business, civic and education leaders, including the mayor of Minneapolis, the Honorable Jacob Frey; the mayor of St. Paul, the Honorable Melvin Carter; and Dr. Michael L. Lomax, UNCF's president and CEO. Proceeds from the evening will fund the UNCF Twin Ci more PR

Two Carleton Students Awarded Boren Scholarships (10)

NORTH FIELD, Minnesota, May 11 -- Carleton College issued the following news release: Chris Lee '19 (Rolling Hills, Il.) and Hannah Parrott '20 (Glastonbury, Conn.) were each selected from a pool of nearly 800 applicants to receive a coveted Boren Scholarship from the Institute of International Education (IIE) sponsored by the National Security Education Program. The award aims to provide U.S. undergraduate and graduate students with resources and encouragement to acquire language skills and experience in countries critical to international se more PR

Two Idaho Students Named U.S. Presidential Scholars (10)

BOISE, Idaho, May 8 -- The Idaho Department of Education issued the following news release: A student from Boise High School and one from Moscow High School have been named as Idaho's Presidential Scholars for 2018, Superintendent of Public Instruction Sherri Ybarra said Tuesday. "Jack A. Lauer of Boise and Tia T. Vierling of Moscow earned this honor based on their academic achievements and involvement in their school and community," Superintendent Ybarra said. "I'm proud to have them represent Idaho on the national stage." Lauer and Vierlin more PR

Two Kansas Students Named 2018 Presidential Scholars (10)

TOPEKA, Kansas, May 9 -- The Kansas Department of Education issued the following news: Two Kansas students have been named 2018 U.S. Presidential Scholars by the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars. There were nine Kansas students selected as semifinalists for the 2018 Presidential Scholars Program. From that list, two students were named Presidential Scholars. The two Kansas students named Presidential Scholars are Gabriel J. Gress, a student at Blue Valley High School, Blue Valley Unified School District 229, and Neeharika Kot more PR

Two Nationally Prominent Surgeons Take Leadership Roles at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (10)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 7 -- Ohio State University issued the following news release: Following an extensive national search, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center has selected Dr. Benjamin Poulose as the director of the Division of General and Gastrointestinal Surgery, and Dr. Nahush Mokadam as the division director for Cardiac Surgery. Both will assume their roles in August. Poulose, also appointed to the Robert M. Zollinger LeCrone-Baxter Memorial Endowed Chair, is a skilled surgeon who specializes in abdominal wall core reconstructi more PR

Two U of I Faculty Members Earn National Recognition for Research (10)

MOSCOW, Idaho, May 10 -- The University of Idaho issued the following news release: Two University of Idaho faculty members have received the National Science Foundation's most prestigious award for early career scholars. Christine Parent, an assistant professor of biological sciences and member of the Institute for Bioinformatics and Evolutionary Studies (IBEST), and Eric Mittelstaedt, an assistant professor of geology and geophysics, both in the U of I College of Science, earned Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) awards, along with a more PR

U.S. and Nepal Break Ground to Rebuild First All Girls' School in Kathmandu (10)

KATHMANDU, Nepal, May 11 -- The U.S. Embassy in Nepal issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Ambassador to Nepal, Alaina B. Teplitz; National Reconstruction Authority (NRA) Chief Executive Officer, Yuba Raj Bhusal; and other Government of Nepal officials participated in a groundbreaking ceremony for the reconstruction of Kanya Mandir Secondary School - the first all-girls' school in Kathmandu. During the event, Ambassador Teplitz said, "The U.S. Government continues to prioritize getting children back into school. As part of this comm more PR

U.S. Department of Labor Cites Florida Framing Contractor for Exposing Employees to Dangerous Falls (10)

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, May 4 -- 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) has cited Desouza Framing Inc. for exposing employees to dangerous falls at two northwest Florida worksites. The Jacksonville-based residential framing contractor faces proposed penalties of $199,178. OSHA inspected a worksite in Jacksonville in October 2017 after observing the company's employees performing roofing ac more PR

U.S. Department of Labor Cites Florida Health Facility for Exposing Employees to Workplace Violence (10)

BRADENTON, Florida, May 2 -- 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) has cited Premier Behavioral Health Solutions of Florida Inc. and UHS of Delaware Inc., the operators of Bradenton-based Suncoast Behavioral Health Center, for failing to protect employees from violence in the workplace. Proposed penalties total $71,137. OSHA responded to a complaint that employees were not adequately pro more PR

U.S. News & World Report Announces 2018 Best High Schools Rankings (10)

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, North Carolina, May 9 -- RTI International issued the following news release: U.S. News & World Report today announced the 2018 Best High Schools rankings, highlighting top-performing public schools on a state and national level. For the fourth year in a row, U.S. News collaborated with RTI International, a leading non-profit research institute, to research and produce the rankings. BASIS Scottsdale in Arizona earned the No. 1 spot nationally, followed by two other Arizona schools in the BASIS charter school network: B more PR

U.S. News Reveals Rankings of Best High Schools (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The U.S. News and World Report, a digital news and information company, issued the following news release: U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in education rankings and civic journalism, today released the 2018 edition of Best High Schools. The rankings evaluate more than 20,500 public high schools nationwide to identify schools that best serve all of their students - including historically underserved populations - and assess the degree to which students are prepared for college-level coursework. Key findings more PR

U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos Approves South Carolina ESSA State Plan (10)

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, May 7 -- The South Carolina Department of Education issued the following news release: U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos has announced the approval of South Carolina and Virginia's consolidated state plans under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). "The state plans meet the requirements of ESSA, and I am pleased to approve them," said Secretary DeVos. "As implementation begins, I look forward to seeing how local leaders are able to use the flexibility afforded by ESSA to innovate on behalf of their students." more PR

U.S. Sen. John Cornyn to Offer Commencement Address - SFA to Graduate Largest Class in University History (10)

NACOGDOCHES, Texas, May 8 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news release: As Stephen F. Austin State University prepares to celebrate its 95th anniversary, it will graduate the largest class in university history with more than 1,500 candidates. Approximately 1,190 students will receive their bachelor's degrees, and 335 students will receive their graduate degrees during this historic occasion. Two ceremonies are scheduled for Saturday, May 12, in Johnson Coliseum with U.S. Sen. John Cornyn offering the commencement a more PR

U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao to Keynote at Bryant University's 155th Commencement (10)

SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island, May 11 -- Bryant University issued the following news release: Bryant University Chair of the Board of Trustees William J. Conaty '67 and the Board of Trustees Honorary Degree Committee,has announced the Commencement speakers and honorary degree recipients for the University's 155th Commencement exercises to be held Thurs., May 17, and Sat., May 19, 2018. Inspired to excel, 914 members of Bryant University's Class of 2018 will be awarded a Bryant degree which has more value now than at any time in Bryant history, j more PR

UB's Diversity in Medicine Scholars to Work With Patient Populations That Need Them Most (10)

BUFFALO, New York, May 8 -- The State University of New York's Buffalo campus issued the following news release: Medical school is a daunting financial proposition for anyone, but for those from underrepresented groups it can be a deal-breaker. That financial barrier is one of the major factors leading to the lack of physicians from underrepresented groups. Even in a diverse state like New York, where African-Americans and Hispanics/Latinos comprise more than 30 percent of the population, they make up only 12 percent of the physician workforc more PR

UCCS, UCHealth Partner to Address Shortage of Baccalaureate-Prepared Nurses (10)

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, May 9 -- The University of Colorado issued the following news release: The first class of 24 registered nurses will complete their bachelor of science in nursing degree in a new agreement between UCHealth Memorial and the University of Colorado Colorado Springs Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Beth-El College of Nursing and Health Sciences. Nurses will enroll in the RN-to-BSN completion program at UCCS to address the shortage of nurses for local positions that require the BSN degree. "The Institute of Medicine in its 20 more PR

UH Business Professor Saleha Khumawala Selected As Piper Professor (10)

HOUSTON, Texas, May 10 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: Saleha Khumawala, Robert Grinaker Professor of Accounting at the University of Houston C. T. Bauer College of Business, has been selected as a Piper Professor for superior teaching at the college level in Texas. Khumawala is just the 12th UH faculty member to receive the prestigious honor in the award's 60-year history. The Minnie Stevens Piper Foundation, a Texas-based nonprofit organization founded in 1950 to support charitable, scientific and educational more PR

UHV Presents Faculty Awards for Teaching, Research, Service Excellence (10)

VICTORIA, Texas, May 9 -- The University of Houston's Victoria campus issued the following news release: Three University of Houston-Victoria faculty members from the fields of philosophy, communication and counseling recently were recognized for their efforts to help students and the university through teaching, research and service. The faculty members are selected by their colleagues and students each spring for the prestigious awards. This year's winners are: * Teaching Excellence Award - Justin Bell, director of the UHV Honors Program a more PR

UK, High Schools, Agribusinesses Team Up to Combat 'Brain Drain' (10)

LEXINGTON, Kentucky, May 11 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news: Brain drain, the term for a community's loss of intelligent, highly trained people, is a serious problem for local economies in Kentucky. Often, many from the younger generation leave home for an education and never return, because of a lack of opportunity. Faculty and staff in the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment have come up with a novel idea to stem brain drain from rural areas. A U.S. Department of Agriculture grant supp more PR

UMFK Student Support Services Recognized TRiO Students (10)

FORT KENT, Maine, May 7 -- The University of Maine's Fort Kent campus issued the following news release: University of Maine at Fort Kent and the TRiO Student Support Services program held their tenth annual recognition banquet on April 25th to honor students involved in the TRiO program. UMFK President Dr. John N. Short provided the welcome address. The banquet's keynote speaker was Karen Hadley Keim. Hadley Keim has worked for the University of Maine's Educational Opportunity Center and Talent Search programs for 24 years, currently as its more PR

Under Secretary Explores Navy Training (10)

PENSACOLA, Florida, May 11 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following story: Under Secretary of the Navy Thomas Modly received a firsthand look at training offered by Naval Education and Training Command (NETC) and visited two naval aviation training commands during a visit to Pensacola, Florida May 10. Modly has initiated a clean-sheet review of the Department of the Navy's approach to education across the Navy and Marine Corps. He is working to instill a learning culture with his "Education for Seapower" initiative investing in knowledge and cre more PR

UNE Presents Deborah Morton Award to Three Maine Women of Achievement (10)

PORTLAND, Maine, May 7 -- The University of New England issued the following news release: The University of New England continues in its tradition of honoring and acknowledging the accomplishments of outstanding Maine women by celebrating this year's 57th Annual Deborah Morton Society Convocation and Awards Ceremony. The event, which is free and open to the public, will be held on Friday, June 15, 2018, starting at 11:00 a.m. in Innovation Hall on the university's Portland Campus. The Deborah Morton Award recognizes incredible Maine women wh more PR

UNF Board of Trustees Awards John Delaney President Emeritus Status (10)

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, May 10 -- The University of North Florida issued the following news release: The University of North Florida's Board of Trustees unanimously voted late this afternoon to award John A. Delaney, UNF's longest-serving president, the status of President Emeritus during a regularly scheduled meeting today at the Student Union on campus. The UNF Faculty Association voted last month to recommend conferral of emeritus status by the BOT to Delaney, who retires from the University presidency Thursday, May 31. Delaney received a s more PR

Universities in a World of Rising Inequality and Technological Change (10)

SYDNEY, Australia, May 8 -- The University of Sydney issued the following news: Universities can help address rising inequality and threats to the long-term sustainability of liberal democracy, writes Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) Duncan Ivison. I believe there are three crucial contributions our universities can make to an inclusive 21st century society. Access to education is important The first is that we must become genuine engines of social mobility and equality of opportunity. The deepening of social and economic inequality is on more PR

University at Albany: Engaging the Public (10)

ALBANY, New York, May 10 -- The State University of New York's University at Albany issued the following news release: The University at Albany recently presented the 6th Annual President's Awards for Exemplary Public Engagement. Seven awards, including one for lifetime achievement, were presented to faculty and professional staff for their outstanding contributions to public engagement through research, teaching, learning, service and creative activity. This year's awardees represent multiple disciplines and come from all three of the Univers more PR

University at Albany: Showcasing Student Research (10)

ALBANY, New York, May 10 -- The State University of New York's University at Albany issued the following news release: After a semester of collaboration with their faculty mentors, fellow students and internship supervisors, 75 School of Public Health students filled the halls of George Education Center at the 27th Annual Student Poster Day last month. Research discussions spanned all departments and topics ranged from the effects of corn production on greenhouse emissions, immunotherapy, childhood lead poisoning, gun violence prevention and more PR

University Faculty From Slovenia Visit BHSU to Increase Partnership Opportunities (10)

SPEARFISH, South Dakota, May 8 -- Black Hills State University issued the following news: Two faculty from the University of Ljubljana in Slovenia, Dr. Miro Hacek and Dr. Simona Kukovic, visited Black Hills State University recently to discuss further partnership opportunities with the BHSU College of Education and Behavioral Sciences. Hacek and Kukovic met with Dr. Tom Jackson, Jr., President of BHSU, Dr. Chris Crawford, provost and vice president for academic affairs, Dr. Sharman Adams, dean of the College of Education and Behavioral Scienc more PR

University of Leicester: Reaching for the Stars (10)

LEICESTER, England, May 9 -- The University of Leicester issued the following news release: A PhD student at the University of Leicester has been recognised internationally for her research into life on Mars. Berivan Esen is amongst the 30 women around the world who have been awarded the prestigious Zonta International Amelia Earhart Fellowship for 2018-2019. According to the UNESCO Institute for Statistics, the UN's depository for global statistics in the fields of education, science and technology, culture and communication, less than 30% o more PR

University of Minnesota's Crookston Campus: Annual Faculty Staff Awards (10)

CROOKSTON, Minnesota, May 10 -- The University of Minnesota's Crookston campus issued the following news release: In celebration of excellence and service by faculty and staff, the annual Faculty and Staff Day was held Tuesday, May 8, in Brown Dining Room. Retirements were recognized by the University of Minnesota Crookston, Extension, and the Northwest Research and Outreach Center. Retirees included Marsha Odom, associate professor, Liberal Arts and Education Department; Deb Zak, community relations and outreach director, Extension; Dan Sved more PR

University of Nebraska Partners With Los Alamos National Laboratory (10)

OMAHA, Nebraska, May 8 -- The University of Nebraska Medical Center issued the following news release: A partnership involving the University of Nebraska and the Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico could position Nebraska as a leading educational site for students seeking careers in the biodefense field. The partnership was made possible through a meeting of the two institutions arranged by the National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI), which is headquartered on the University of Nebraska Medical Center campus in Omaha. The NSRI i more PR

University of New Orleans Department of English and Foreign Languages Awarded $613K to Enhance Online Instruction and Expand Course Offerings (10)

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, May 7 -- The University of New Orleans issued the following news release: The University of New Orleans Department of English and Foreign Languages has been awarded $613,000 to revolutionize the way it delivers digital content for online courses while also expanding instruction in professional writing. Funding for the five-year comprehensive enhancement project comes from the Louisiana Board of Regents. Peter Schock, chair of English and Foreign Languages, said the grant is by far the largest the department has ever re more PR

University of Northern British Columbia: Buttar, Cunningham Named 2018 Valedictorians (10)

PRINCE GEORGE, British Columbia, May 9 -- The University of Northern British Columbia issued the following news release: Ever since Arctica Cunningham stepped foot onto the University of Northern British Columbia's campus in the Fall of 2013 as a first-year undergraduate student, she honed her leadership, student government and community service skills and made an impact on UNBC's community. "When I saw that UNBC offered a joint major in environmental studies and political science, I felt like all my interests were coming together, and I knew more PR

University of Puerto Rico at Mayaquez to Receive $78,000 from Interior (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced that it intends to award a $78,000 cooperative agreement to the University of Puerto Rico at Mayaquez for supporting decision making for the Interior's Puerto Rico Hurricane recovery efforts. The agency description of the grant states: "Specifically, this opportunity addresses the need for science support to assess shoreline changes and identify beach erosion amelioration strategies, including recommendations to protect, adapt, or retreat. The S more ST

University of Richmond to Award More Than 1,200 Degrees (10)

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 7 -- The University of Richmond issued the following news release: The University of Richmond expects to award more than 1,200 degrees during commencement weekend May 12-13, including: * 829 undergraduate bachelor's degrees, * 37 bachelor's degrees through the School of Professional and Continuing Studies, * 75 master's degrees, * 26 MBA degrees, * and 186 juris doctor degrees. Future plans From San Francisco to Dublin and Chicago to Vienna, graduating seniors are heading off to jobs and graduate schools in citi more PR

University Salutes Spohn With Honorary Doctorate (10)

RUSTON, Louisiana, May 8 -- Louisiana Tech University issued the following news: Craig Spohn, president and executive director of the Cyber Innovation Center (CIC) in Bossier City, will receive an honorary Doctor of Science from Louisiana Tech University at its Spring Commencement Ceremony at 10 a.m. May 19 in the Thomas Assembly Center. Spohn has championed north Louisiana's development of a cyber economy for the past decade. Through Spohn's relentless efforts, the CIC and its partners have secured millions of dollars for cyber programs and more PR

UNK Breaks Ground on STEM Building; Chancellor Kristensen: Facility 'Will Change Nebraska' (10)

KEARNEY, Nebraska, May 9 -- The University of Nebraska-Kearney issued the following news: Chancellor Doug Kristensen called it a perfect day for a perfect building Wednesday as the University of Nebraska at Kearney broke ground on a $30 million, state-of-the-art facility that will bring science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programs together. UNK faculty, staff and supporters gathered at the public event to mark the ceremonial start of construction on the 80,000-square-foot building that will rise on UNK's west campus between West more PR

UNK Groundbreaking for New STEM Building is Wednesday; Public Invited to Attend (10)

KEARNEY, Nebraska, May 7 -- The University of Nebraska-Kearney issued the following news: University of Nebraska at Kearney will take another ceremonial step - or shovel - forward Wednesday with the groundbreaking for a long-awaited science-technology-engineering-math building on the university's west campus. The 3:30 p.m. May 9 celebration is free and open to the public. Plans for the 80,000-square-foot, $30 million building have been in the works since 2016 when funding was approved by the Nebraska Legislature. It is one of three separate more PR

UNO Student, Alumna Earn Fulbright Honors (10)

OMAHA, Nebraska, May 2 -- The University of Nebraska's Omaha campus issued the following news release: A student and alumna from the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) will soon travel oversees in recognition of their achievements in academics and community service. Senior Judah Broekemeier has received a Fulbright U.S. Student Program award for an English teaching assistantship in Germany for the 2018-2019 academic year from the U.S. Department of State and the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board. Alumna Rina Taborek Potter has more PR

USAF Seeks Barbershop Services in San Antonio, Texas (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The U.S. Air Education and Training Command has issued a solicitation (FA301618R0032) for barbershop services to authorized patrons at the Parr Officer's Club, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, San Antonio, Texas. Response Date: May 18, 2018; Classification Code: R - Professional, administrative, and management support services; NAICS Code: 812 - Personal and Laundry Services/812111 - Barber Shops; For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=cc1304e0fb3f7d5df1a2f2c00134d52e&tab=core&_cview=0 more CTR

USAF Seeks Body Plethysmograhy, Pulmonary Function Testing Systems in Texas (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Air Education and Training Command has issued a solicitation (FM301672350002) for body plethysmography and diffusion pulmonary function testing systems at the Medical Education Training Campus, Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Response Date: May 22, 2018; Set Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business; Classification Code: 65 - Medical, dental & veterinary equipment & supplies; NAICS Code: 334 - Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing/334510 - Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing. more CTR

USAF Seeks Chairs in San Antonio, Texas (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Air Education and Training Command has issued a solicitation (F2MTBG8100AW01) for chairs at the 319nd Training Squadron, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Response Date: May 23, 2018; Set Aside: Small Business; Classification Code: 71 Furniture; NAICS Code: 337 - Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing/337127 - Institutional Furniture Manufacturing; For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=f287d5b750dc4d406a847b46a92fe503&tab=core&_cview=1 more CTR

USAF Seeks Door Operators Replacement in San Antonio, Texas (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The U.S. Air Education and Training Command has issued a solicitation (FA3016-18-U-0146) for replacement of door operators at Hangar 80, Non-Destructive Inspection facility, Joint Base San Antonio Randolph, Texas. Response Date: May 15, 2018; Set Aside: Small Business; Classification Code: 61 - Electric wire & power & distribution equipment; NAICS Code: 335 - Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing/335999 - All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing; For more information: more CTR

USAF Seeks Lead Paint Abatement in Texas (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Air Education and Training Command has issued a pre-solicitation (FA301618R180032) for lead paint abatement and repainting of Hangar 6 at the Randolph Air Force Base, Texas. Set Aside: Woman Owned Small Business; Classification Code: Z - Maintenance, repair, and alteration of real property; NAICS Code: 238 - Specialty Trade Contractors/238390 - Other Building Finishing Contractors; For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=cf5ef9c86aa194f399f614c975637d47&tab=core&_cview=0 more CTR

USAF Seeks Leadership Resiliency Training in Texas (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Air Education and Training Command has issued a solicitation (FA3016-18-U-0119) for leadership resiliency training services at the Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. Response Date: May 14, 2018; Set Aside: Woman Owned Small Business; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 611 - Educational Services/611430 - Professional and Management Development Training; For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=8ca319bdc6ea4f740897336c257d43f8&tab=core&_cview=1 more CTR

USAF Seeks Network Operations Training Support Services in Nellis AFB, Nevada (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The U.S. Air Combat Command has issued a sources sought notice (Operations_Training_RFI) for computer network operations training support services at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. Response Date: May 14, 2018; Classification Code: U - Education & training services; NAICS Code: 611 - Educational Services/611420 - Computer Training; For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=1ef59f919d10fe07a49ec3ff0d66be6d&tab=core&_cview=1 more CTR

USAF Seeks Office Chairs in Wichita Falls, Texas (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The U.S. Air Education and Training Command has issued a solicitation (F3V5H18099AW01) for XZipit office chairs and customization services at the Sheppard Air Force Base, Wichita Falls, Texas. Response Date: June 8, 2018; Classification Code: 71 - Furniture; NAICS Code: 337 - Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing/337214 - Office Furniture (except Wood) Manufacturing; For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=17ec77d87d6328563e4349c9c00f219e&tab=core&_cview=0 more CTR

USAF Seeks Repair of Hydraulic Pumps in San Antonio, Texas (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Air Education and Training Command has issued a solicitation (FA3016-18-U-0138) to repair two hydraulic pumps in the fixed wing hangar (Bldg. 7358) at the Joint Base San Antonio Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. Response Date: May 16, 2018; Classification Code: J - Maintenance, repair & rebuilding of equipment; NAICS Code: 811 - Repair and Maintenance/811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance; For more information: https://www.fb more CTR

USAF Seeks Rubber Flooring Installation in Houston (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The U.S. Air Education and Training Command has issued a solicitation (FA3016-18-U-0150_METC_Flooring_Install) for the installation of rubber flooring at the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Response Date: May 23, 2018; Set Aside: Total Small Business; Classification Code: Z - Maintenance, repair, and alteration of real property; NAICS Code: 238 - Specialty Trade Contractors/238330 - Flooring Contractors. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=6d7d37eafd1b0f50e9c56a009ce2f3d4& more CTR

USAF Seeks Search Pit Driver Booth in Texas (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The U.S. Air Education and Training Command has issued a solicitation (F3V3SF8116AW01) for a search pit driver booth at the Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas. Response Date: June 11, 2018; Set Aside: Small Business; Classification Code: 54 - Prefabricated structures and scaffolding; NAICS Code: 332 - Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing/332311 - Prefabricated Metal Building and Component Manufacturing; For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=39c6af0493859b6835b2a3a3944a1622&tab=core&_cview=0 more CTR

USAF Seeks Shower, Locker Room Trailers in Texas (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Air Education and Training Command has issued a solicitation (FA3016-18-U-0151) for shower and locker room trailers at the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Response Date: May 23, 2018; Set Aside: Total Small Business; Classification Code: 23 - Ground effects vehicles, motor vehicles, trailers & cycles; NAICS Code: 336 - Transportation Equipment Manufacturing/336212 - Truck Trailer Manufacturing. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=b462f63f1aacc91e73b9885a232a0397&tab=core&_ more CTR

USAF Seeks to Replace Swimming Pool Diving Boards in Texas (10)

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Air Education and Training Command has issued a solicitation (FA301618Q0013) to replace swimming pool diving boards and frames at the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Response Date: May 15, 2018; Set Aside: Small Business; Classification Code: 78 - Recreational & athletic equipment; NAICS Code: 339 - Miscellaneous Manufacturing/339920 - Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing; For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=95c91a82a4e5d8dce979872406eedf41&tab=core&_cview=0 more CTR

USAF Seeks Viper Spin Bikes in San Antonio, Texas (10)

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The U.S. Air Education and Training Command has issued a solicitation (FA301618U0154) for Viper spin bikes at the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. Response Date: May 23, 2018; Set Aside: Small Business; Classification Code: 99 - Miscellaneous; NAICS Code: 339 - Miscellaneous Manufacturing/339920 - Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing; For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=ece3a0b3a54855f1c8f4cec087467abb&tab=core&_cview=1 more CTR

USAID's Php1.9 Billion Early-Grade Literacy Project Improves Reading Skills of 1.8 Million Filipino Children (10)

MANILA, Philippines, May 9 -- The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines issued the following news release: The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) completed its five-year, Php1.9 billion Basa Pilipinas project, which improved literacy and reading comprehension among more than 1.8 million students from kindergarten to grade three. USAID partnered with the Department of Education (DepEd) to implement the project in eight school divisions in the provinces of Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union, Cebu, and Bohol, and the cities of M more PR

USAO Has Educated Our Citizens in a Profoundly Distinct Way for 110 Years (10)

CHICKASHA, Oklahoma, May 11 -- The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma issued the following news: On May 16, the institution currently known as the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma will celebrate 110 years since its founding--110 years as an utterly distinct part of Oklahoma's education landscape, exposing students to a vigorous and wide-ranging curriculum that prepares them to excel in an ever-changing world. The classical idea of the liberal arts, which in Cicero's words are "the studies worthy of a free person," seeks to cr more PR

USC Aiken Celebrates Class of 2018 (10)

AIKEN, South Carolina, May 10 -- University of South Carolina's Aiken campus issued the following news release: More than 400 students in the University of South Carolina Aiken Class of 2018 received undergraduate and graduate degrees during commencement in the Convocation Center May 9. Among the graduates were the first cohort of USC Aiken's industrial process engineering program. "This truly is a celebration of achievement for all involved," said Dr. Sandra Jordan, Chancellor, as she welcomed families and friends of graduates. Vice Adm. (r more PR

USC's Life-Changing College-Prep Program for Local Youth Receives Transformative Gift (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, May 8 -- The University of Southern California issued the following news release: USC's signature outreach program that for decades has prepared students in its neighboring communities for college has received a generous naming gift from USC Trustee William McMorrow and his wife, Leslie. It is the largest donation ever to the university's community outreach programs. This endowment gift will enable a significant expansion of what will now be known as the USC Leslie and William McMorrow Neighborhood Academic Initiative more PR

UTHSC Celebrates Grand Opening of $39.7 Million Center for Healthcare Improvement and Patient Simulation (10)

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, May 11 -- The University of Tennessee Health Science Center issued the following news: More than 100 health care professionals, administrators, and supporters joined the University of Tennessee Health Science Center today for the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony of the Center for Healthcare Improvement and Patient Simulation (CHIPS). Among the guests were State Representative Antonio Parkinson; Michael Ugwueke, DHA, FACHE, president and chief executive officer of Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare; Mary Armour, presi more PR

UTHSC Hosts National Certification Course to Strengthen Services Impacting Retention and Success of Students (10)

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, May 8 -- The University of Tennessee Health Science Center issued the following news: The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is one of two academic institutions in the country to host the National Behavioral Intervention Team Association (NaBITA) Case Management & Intervention Certification Course. The course brought Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) experts as well as more than 40 care teams and managers from campuses across the country to the UTHSC campus to receive certification training. Attendees received more PR

UVM Appoints New Dean of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences (10)

BURLINGTON, Vermont, May 9 -- The University of Vermont issued the following news: Linda Schadler, currently the vice provost and dean of undergraduate education and the Russell Sage Professor in Materials Science and Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), has been appointed as dean of the College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences at the University of Vermont. "We are fortunate to have attracted Dr. Schadler to our academic community," said UVM President Tom Sullivan. "She is one of the world's leading researchers in he more PR

UW Adds Cybersecurity Certificate Program (10)

LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 11 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: The University of Wyoming has taken another step to become a national hub for cybersecurity. The UW Board of Trustees, this week, approved the creation of a cybersecurity certificate program in the College of Engineering and Applied Science. The move was necessary in the quest to earn national designations from federal agencies in the area of cybersecurity education. UW's Cybersecurity Education and Research Center (CEDAR), in alignment with requirements more PR

UW AVP for Global Engagement Finalists to Visit Campus (10)

LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 7 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Finalists for the position of associate vice provost for global engagement at the University of Wyoming have been identified, and they're scheduled to give public presentations at UW beginning this week. The candidates are Susan Bender, senior director of global affairs at the University of California-Irvine, and Tony Ogden, executive director of education abroad and exchanges at Michigan State University. Ogden is scheduled to give his public presentatio more PR

UW College of Health Sciences Honors 2018 Outstanding Faculty and Staff (10)

LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 7 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: The University of Wyoming College of Health Sciences recently honored faculty and staff members for their outstanding contributions to administration, teaching and research. The awards are handed out near the end of the spring semester each year, and April 26 marked the seventh year of this recognition. A selection committee made up of faculty from throughout the college chooses honorees based on peer recommendations and classroom outcomes. As the College more PR

UW Pharmacy Students to Participate in Innovative Exchange Program With Howard University (10)

LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 11 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: This fall, the University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy will participate in an innovative exchange program with its counterparts from Howard University's College of Pharmacy. Titled the Health Equity Leadership Program, this initiative, funded by the 23rd annual National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Foundation Scholarship Program, is geared toward challenging students to get "outside of their comfort zone" to learn firsthand about both urban a more PR

UW Students Hope to Expand Businesses Through Ellbogen $50K Entrepreneurship Awards (10)

LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 9 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Kennan Oyen nearly dropped out of the annual John P. Ellbogen $50K Entrepreneurship Competition at the University of Wyoming. Luckily, she didn't. Oyen and fellow UW student Claire Ratcliffe recently turned their projects as students into potential Wyoming businesses. Oyen and Ratcliffe were awarded $25,000 each in the entrepreneurship competition run by the UW College of Business and supported by the John P. Ellbogen Foundation. The competition awards ca more PR

UW to Experience Water, Steam Outages Next Week (10)

LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 11 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Portions of the University of Wyoming campus are expected to see water and steam outages as a result of two separate projects next week. First, the city of Laramie's water department will barricade and dig to expose a broken water valve in the intersection of 13th and Lewis streets Monday, May 14. City employees will try to make the repairs Tuesday, unless other emergencies in town need to be addressed. If any unforeseen emergency takes place, crews will more PR

UW's Top First-Year Course Instructors Honored (10)

LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 7 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: The University of Wyoming has presented PIE (Promoting Intellectual Engagement) Awards to 34 instructors who inspire excitement, inquiry and autonomy in first-year courses. The PIE Award recognizes faculty members who inspire students intellectually in first-year courses. It is sponsored by several programs within the Office of Academic Affairs and the Division of Student Affairs: Advising, Career Services and Exploratory Studies, the Ellbogen Center for T more PR

UW-Eau Claire to Celebrate Newest Graduates During May 19 Ceremonies (10)

EAU CLAIRE, Wisconsin, May 9 -- The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire issued the following news release: Commencement exercises for 1,342 students at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire will be held May 19 in Zorn Arena. Candidates from the College of Business and the College of Education and Human Sciences will receive degrees during a 9 a.m. ceremony. Candidates from the College of Arts and Sciences and College of Nursing and Health Sciences will receive degrees during a 2 p.m. ceremony. A total of 1,226 students are candidates for ba more PR

UW-Milwaukee to Award More Than 3,300 Degrees May 20 (10)

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, May 11 -- The University of Wisconsin's Milwaukee campus issued the following news release: The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will award more than 3,300 degrees at its 118th commencement on Sunday, May 20, at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, 400 W. Kilbourn Ave. Degrees will be awarded at two ceremonies, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Peter Feigin, president of the Milwaukee Bucks, will be the featured speaker at both the 9 a.m. "black" ceremony and the 1:30 p.m. "gold" ceremony. The university will pre more PR

UWTSD Welcomes Julie James AM to SA1 Swansea Waterfront (10)

LAMPETER, Wales, May 10 - The University of Wales Trinity St. David issued the following news release: The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) was delighted to welcome Julie James AM to view the progress being made at our SA1 Swansea Waterfront development. SA1 Swansea Waterfront, will provide a home for the faculties of Architecture, Computing and Engineering, Education and Communities, as well as a new library. It will welcome its first students in August. It will also be home to the Construction Wales Innovation Centre (CWIC), more PR

VA Seeks Readiness Assessment Survey in Reno, Nevada (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Central California Health Care System has issued a sources sought notice (36C26118Q0573) for continuous readiness assessment survey and education for maintaining compliance with The Joint Commission standards at the VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System, Reno, Nevada. Response Date: May 14, 2018; Classification Code: R - Professional, administrative, and management support services; NAICS Code: 541 - Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services/541611 - Administrative Management an more CTR

Vassar College Awarded Gold Rating for Sustainability Initiatives and Policies by the Association for the Advancement for Sustainability in Higher Education (10)

POUGHKEEPSIE, New York, May 7 -- Vassar College issued the following news release: Vassar's sustainability initiatives, protocols and practices have earned the college a Gold rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). The organization gave Vassar the Gold rating in its latest Sustainability Tracking Assessment and Rating Systems (STARS) awards. Of the 352 colleges and universities to be assessed, only three received a higher Platinum rating. Vassar was one of 106 institutions to be awarded a more PR

Vatican's Cardinal Prefect of the Congregation for Catholic Education, His Eminence Cardinal Giuseppe Versaldi, to Attend NCEA 2018 Convention & Expo (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 -- The National Catholic Educational Association issued the following news release: The National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) joyfully announces that the Cardinal Prefect of the Congregation for Catholic Education, His Eminence Cardinal Giuseppe Versaldi, has accepted an invitation to attend the NCEA 2018 Convention & Expo in Cincinnati, OH. "We are honored that His Eminence Cardinal Versaldi will attend the 2018 Convention & Expo," said NCEA President/CEO Dr. Thomas Burnford. "Thousands of our members wi more PR

Vermont Announces Quarantine of Invasive Emerald Ash Borer (10)

MONTPELIER, Vermont, May 7 -- The Vermont Agency of Natural Resources issued the following news: As part of the ongoing response to the recent discovery of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) within the state, Vermont has joined the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)'s 31-state quarantine boundary. The quarantine will help reduce the movement of infested ash wood to un-infested regions outside of Vermont's borders. Ash wood may not be moved from Vermont to Maine, Rhode Island, or 7 counties in New Hampshire because the pest has not been id more PR

Veterans Affairs Revises Medical Regulations, Veterans Choice Program (10)

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Department of Veterans Affairs adopted an interim final rule revising its medical regulations of the Veterans Access, Choice and Accountability Act. Excerpts of the rule state: The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) adopts as final, with no change, an interim final rule revising its medical regulations that implement section 101 of the Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014, as amended, (hereafter referred to as "the Choice Act"), which requires VA to establish a program (hereafter referred to as th more ST

Villalba Named VP for Diversity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer (10)

WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina, May 10 -- Wake Forest University issued the following news: Wake Forest University has appointed Jose Villalba as vice president for diversity and inclusion and chief diversity officer. As Vice President, Dr. Villalba will hold a Cabinet-level position while overseeing University-wide efforts to advance equity, diversity and inclusion. He will lead the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, which includes the Intercultural Center, the LGBTQ Center, the Women's Center and the Diversity Education initiatives. His app more PR

Virginia Education Superintendent Issues Memo on 2018-19 Virginia Standards of Learning (10)

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 11 -- The Virginia Department of Education's Acting Superintendent Steven M. Constantino Issued the following Memo: SUBJECT: 2018-2019 Virginia Standards of Learning Test Administration Schedule The state schedule for the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests for the 2018-2019 school year is included as an attachment to this memorandum and is available on the Department of Education's Web site on the SOL Test Administration and Development page. Please share these dates with appropriate personnel so that SOL testing and ot more PR

Virginia Education Superintendent Issues Memo on Application for SY 2018-19 School Nutrition (10)

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 11 -- The Virginia Department of Education's Acting Superintendent Steven M. Constantino Issued the following Memo: SUBJECT: Submission of the Annual School Nutrition Application Packet for SY 2018-2019 The purpose of this memo is to provide information to School Food Authorities (SFAs) on the submission of the Annual Application Packet for participation in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program (SBP), Special Milk Program (SMP), Seamless Summer Option (SSO), and the Afterschool Snack Progra more PR

Virginia Education Superintendent Issues Memo on Elementary School Principals Conference (10)

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 11 -- The Virginia Department of Education's Acting Superintendent Steven M. Constantino Issued the following Memo: SUBJECT: The Annual Virginia Association of Elementary School Principals Association (VAESP) Conference, June 24-26, 2018 Virginia's statewide conference for elementary school principals, assistant principals and aspiring administrators is the VAESP Annual Conference. Each year VAESP in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has created a professional development opportunity to enh more PR

Virginia Education Superintendent Issues Memo on Locally Awarded Verified Credits (10)

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 11 -- The Virginia Department of Education's Acting Superintendent Steven M. Constantino Issued the following Memo: SUBJECT: Locally Awarded Verified Credits The purpose of this memorandum is to advise school divisions that effective May 9, 2018, all students are eligible to be considered for locally-awarded verified credits in English, mathematics, science, and history/social science in accordance with the Board of Education's regulations and guidance. Please be aware the number of locally-awarded verified credits and more PR

Virginia Education Superintendent Issues Memo on Summer Trade and Industrial Education (10)

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 11 -- The Virginia Department of Education's Acting Superintendent Steven M. Constantino Issued the following Memo: SUBJECT: Announcing 2018 Summer Trade and Industrial Education Professional Development The Virginia Association of Trade and Industrial Educators (VATIE) Professional Development Conference, with support from the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE), is pleased to offer ten in-depth pre- and post-conference workshops as outlined in Attachment A- (http://www.doe.virginia.gov/administrators/superintende more PR

Virginia Education Superintendent Issues Memo on Virginia Tiered Systems of Supports (10)

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 11 -- The Virginia Department of Education's Acting Superintendent Steven M. Constantino Issued the following Memo: SUBJECT: Virginia Tiered Systems of Supports (VTSS) Cohort 5 Application The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) invite school divisions to apply for Cohort 5 of the Virginia Tiered Systems of Supports (VTSS). The VTSS is a coordinated, tiered approach to improving educational outcomes through a continuum of evidence-based academic, behavioral, and mental wellness supports for all students. Through th more PR

Virginia Education Superintendent Issues Memo on Year-Round School Programs (10)

RICHMOND, Virginia, May 11 -- The Virginia Department of Education's Acting Superintendent Steven M. Constantino Issued the following Memo: SUBJECT: Fiscal Year 2019 Planning and Start-up Grants for Extended School Year or Year-Round School Programs Since fiscal year 2014, the Appropriation Act has included funding for planning grants and start-up grants to school division interested in planning to establish extended year or year-round school programs or in implementing year-round or extended year programs in support of the findings from the more PR

Vision Zero: With Warm Weekend Weather in the Forecast, Mayor De Blasio Announces New Motorcycle-Focused Safety Efforts (10)

NEW YORK, May 11 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced that with warm weather in the weekend forecast, the NYPD and the DOT would continue their new Vision Zero safety campaign, "Warm Weather Weekends." The new effort is aimed especially at motorcyclists, whom crash data indicate are a far higher crash risk on warmer spring weekends. "This weekend and all weekends this spring, we need to keep our Vision Zero focus on safety, particularly among motorcyclists," said Mayor de Bla more PR

Visit of Xinjiang Culture and Communication Delegation (10)

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, May 10 -- The Organization of Islamic Cooperation issued the following news release: A delegation from Xinjiang Culture and Communication Center paid a visit to the General Secretariat on 9th May 2018. The delegation headed by Mr. Xu Guixiang, Vice Secretary General of the China Overseas Friendship Association and accompanied by officials and representatives of China's Minority Education Development, Ministry of Education of China (MOE), Standing Committee of the CPC Committee and Xinjiang Academy of Social Science were r more PR

Vocational Schools to Share $3M to Partner With Businesses (10)

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 8 -- The New Jersey Business and Industry Association issued the following news release: Seven school districts will share $3 million in grants to bolster partnerships between business and county vocational-technical schools, the New Jersey Department of Education (DOE) announced yesterday. The $3 million is part of the County Vocational School District Partnership Grant Program funded by the state. It supports county vocational-technical school districts that partner with business and industry, comprehensive K-12 sch more PR

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WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights issued the following advocacy letter: Dear House Judiciary Committee Member: On behalf of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights and the 74 undersigned organizations, we urge you to vote "No" on the FIRST STEP Act that will be considered during the mark up. Any effort to pass prison reform (or "back-end" reform) legislation without including sentencing reform (or "front-end" reform) will not meaningfully improve the federal system. Across the country, states more PR

W.Va. Supreme Court of Appeals Issues Decision Regarding Carl Clark V. Kanawha County (10)

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, May 9 -- The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals issued the following memorandum decision: CARL CLARK, FILED Plaintiff Below, Petitioner vs. No. 17-0616 (Kanawha County No. 15-C-1470) KANAWHA COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION, Defendant Below, Respondent MEMORANDUM DECISION The petitioner herein and plaintiff below, Carl Clark ("Coach Clark"), by counsel, Richard W. Walters and Todd A. Mount, appeals an order entered June 13, 2017, by the Circuit Court of Kanawha County. By that order, the circuit court granted judgme more PR

W.Va. Supreme Court of Appeals Issues Decision Regarding Melissa L. Turner V. Kanawha County Board of Education (10)

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, May 7 -- The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals issued the following memorandum decision: MELISSA L. TURNER, Claimant Below, Petitioner vs.) No. 17-1103 (BOR Appeal No. 2052014) (Claim No. 2015023155) KANAWHA COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION, Employer Below, Respondent MEMORANDUM DECISION Petitioner Melissa L. Turner, by Patrick K. Maroney, her attorney, appeals the decision of the West Virginia Workers' Compensation Board of Review. Kanawha County Board of Education, by Steven K. Wellman, its attorney, filed a tim more PR

WA Resources Sector Continues to Underpin State's Economy (10)

PERTH, Australia, May 10 -- The Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia issued the following news release: Western Australia's LNG, iron ore, gold and lithium industries will continue to be the major drivers of growth in the State's economy, according to the 2018-19 State Budget delivered today by Treasurer Ben Wyatt. After contracting by 2.7 per cent in 2016-17, the WA economy is estimated to grow by 2.5 per cent in 2017-18 and by a further 3.25 per cent in 2018-19, largely fueled by exports of these key commodities. The Chamber more PR

Wallace State Students Receive Awards for Achievements at Annual Ceremony (10)

HANCEVILLE, Alabama, May 10 -- Wallace State Community College issued the following news: Students at Wallace State Community College were recognized for their achievements at the college's recent Awards Night Ceremony, held on the campus in Hanceville. Awards for campus leadership, scholastic achievement, transfer scholarships, and division honors were among those presented at the ceremony. "We are delighted to have the opportunity to showcase these outstanding students," said Wallace State President Vicki Karolewics. "We look forward to the more PR

Walmart Introduces Additional Measures to Help Curb Opioid Abuse and Misuse (10)

BENTONVILLE, Arkansas, May 7 -- Walmart issued the following news release: Walmart Inc. supports policies and programs aimed at helping curb opioid abuse and misuse. Earlier this year, the company announced it would offer a free opioid disposal solution, DisposeRx, in all pharmacies, nationwide. In an effort to continue to be part of the solution to our nation's opioid epidemic, Walmart is introducing new policies, programs and tools aimed at curbing opioid misuse and abuse. These initiatives apply to all Walmart and Sam's Club pharmacies and more PR

Washburn University to Celebrate Approximately 900 Students at Commencement Ceremonies May 12, 2018 (10)

TOPEKA, Kansas, May 10 -- Washburn University issued the following news release: Washburn University will host four commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 12. We are sharing three stories that help highlight the class of 2018. San Diego Native Discovers Love for Nursing Far from Home - Katherine Orme A nursing major from San Diego, Cal., Katherine Orme is the first Ichabod in her family. Orme learned about Washburn while earning degrees at Kansas State University and she knew it was the right choice for her to study nursing. "The best part a more PR

Wayne County Students Receive Awards at the University of Mount Olive (10)

MOUNT OLIVE, North Carolina, May 7 -- The University of Mount Olive issued the following news release: Several Wayne County students were recognized for their achievements at the University of Mount Olive's Annual Awards Ceremony. Among those receiving awards were: Amy Hobson of Goldsboro received the Visual Arts Student of the Year. Hobson is a senior art major. This award is given to an outstanding art or visual communication major with a minimum GPA of 3.5, who displays academic excellence, professional service, and personal growth. First more PR

Wayne Ford to Receive Honorary Degree From Drake University (10)

DES MOINES, Iowa, May 7 -- Drake University issued the following news release: Wayne Ford, a longtime Iowa elected official and nonprofit leader, will receive an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters during Drake's 144th Commencement Ceremony for Undergraduate Degree Recipients at 10 a.m. Sunday, May 20, in The Knapp Center. Ford, who earned a bachelor's degree in education from Drake in 1974, has improved the lives of countless Iowans over a career that spans more than 40 years. "As we celebrate the accomplishments of our graduating Class of 20 more PR

WCSU to Host Western Connecticut Trauma Conference on May 21 (10)

DANBURY, Connecticut, May 8 -- Western Connecticut State University issued the following news release: Western Connecticut State University will host the Western Connecticut Trauma Conference from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, May 21, 2018, in the Ballroom of the Campus Center on the university's Westside campus, 43 Lake Ave. Extension in Danbury. The conference, cosponsored by the WCSU departments of Social Work and of Education and Educational Psychology, will feature talks and panel discussions presented by internationally prominent leaders more PR

Western Slope Sovereign Citizen Sentenced to Federal Prison for Bank Fraud and Related Crimes (10)

DENVER, Colorado, May 11 -- The U.S. Attorney for the District of Colorado, Bob Troyer, issued the following news release: Rocky Hutson, age 59, of Grand Junction, Colorado, and a self-proclaimed sovereign citizen, was sentenced to serve 70 months (nearly 6 years) in federal prison for false claims, creating fictious financial instruments and bank fraud, U.S. Attorney Bob Troyer, FBI Denver Division Special Agent in Charge Calvin Shivers and Department of Education Special Agent in Charge Adam Shandeling announced. After serving his prison sen more PR

Western Slope Sovereign Citizen Sentenced to Federal Prison for Bank Fraud and Related Crimes (10)

DENVER, Colorado, May 11 -- The U.S. Attorney for the District of Colorado, Bob Troyer, issued the following news release: Rocky Hutson, age 59, of Grand Junction, Colorado, and a self-proclaimed sovereign citizen, was sentenced to serve 70 months (nearly 6 years) in federal prison for false claims, creating fictious financial instruments and bank fraud, U.S. Attorney Bob Troyer, FBI Denver Division Special Agent in Charge Calvin Shivers and Department of Education Western Region Special Agent in Charge Adam Shandeling announced. After serving more PR

WFU Awards and Recognitions Briefs (10)

WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina, May 11 -- Wake Forest University issued the following news: WFU President Hatch honored by Boy Scouts of America The Boy Scouts of America honored President Nathan O. Hatch at the Distinguished Citizen Award dinner on May 10. The dinner was held at the Benton Convention Center in downtown Winston-Salem. Wake Forest football coach Dave Clawson delivered the keynote address at the event. "It is truly an honor to receive the Distinguished Citizen Award," Hatch said. "I wish to thank the Old Hickory Council, not ju more PR

WGU Earns 8th 21st Century Distance Learning Award From USDLA (10)

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, May 8 -- Western Governors University-Indiana issued the following news release: The United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) has honored Western Governors University (WGU) for the eighth time with a 21st Century Distance Learning Award for its leadership in distance education. The award was presented April 30 at USDLA's 2018 Conference in Indianapolis. "As a premier organization for the entire distance learning profession, we are honoring WGU as a leader in the industry," said Dr. John G. Flores, executive d more PR

WGU Missouri Announces $50,000 in Scholarships for Current or Aspiring Teachers (10)

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, May 8 -- Western Governors University-Missouri issued the following news release: In recognition of Teacher Appreciation Week, WGU Missouri is offering 25 scholarships, totaling $50,000, to current and aspiring teachers seeking a bachelor's or master's degree in education. New students can apply for these scholarships now through June 30 at missouri.wgu.edu/tuition_financial_aid/scholarships/teacher_appreciation. Each WGU Teacher Appreciation Scholarship is valued at up to $2,000, which is applied at the rate of $500 per more PR

WGU's Business Programs Now Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (10)

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, May 9 -- Western Governors University-Utah issued the following news release: The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) Baccalaureate/Graduate Degree Board of Commissioners has awarded accreditation to the bachelor's and master's degree programs in Western Governors University's (WGU) College of Business. ACBSP accreditation certifies that the teaching and learning processes within the undergraduate and graduate business programs offered through WGU's College of Business meet the rigorous standar more PR

White Shark Researchers Tap Data From Electronic Tags to Gain New Insights Into Survival Rate for Young Sharks (10)

MONTEREY, California, May 9 -- The Monterey Bay Aquarium, a 501(c)3 non-profit that inspires conservation of the ocean, issued the following news release: Researchers in the United States and Mexico have tagged juvenile white sharks for nearly two decades, tracking their movements in coastal waters of the Northeastern Pacific. Now--drawing on methods used to study mountain lions, coyotes, moose and other terrestrial animals--they've tapped those data in a new way, gaining the first empirical estimate of annual survival rates for young white sh more PR

Why Prioritize Diversity in the Workplace? (10)

WALTHAM, Massachusetts, May 11 -- Bentley University issued the following news: Companies today are prioritizing diversity and inclusion in the workplace - and for good reason. Research has shown that having a diverse workforce increases a company's profits. Diverse companies also have more success in attracting talented employees, keeping their workforce engaged, and driving innovation. In fact, companies with the most gender-diverse executive teams are 21 percent more likely to experience above-average profitability than companies with the more PR

William H. Sadlier, Inc. Confers the F. Sadlier Dinger Award on NCEA Director of Public Policy and Educational Research (10)

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 -- The National Catholic Educational Association issued the following news release: The National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) proudly announces that the NCEA Director of Public Policy and Educational Research Dale McDonald, PBVM, Ph.D., will be awarded the F. Sadlier Dinger Award. The award presentation will be made on April 3, at the NCEA 2018 Convention & Expo in Cincinnati, OH. Sister McDonald's extensive education background includes a Bachelor of Science in education and a Master of Arts in American more PR

William Woods Students Named Distinguished Scholars (10)

FULTON, Missouri, May 7 -- William Woods University issued the following news release: At the end of every academic year, William Woods University recognizes a select group of its students with the Distinguished Scholar award. Faculty members designate one graduating senior from each program for the honor. While eligibility requires a minimum 3.4 grade point average, faculty also consider other relevant academic factors in the selection process. "The Distinguished Scholar is a very prestigious award here at William Woods, identifying and hono more PR

Wipes Industry Associations Support $700,000 Fine of Pental (10)

CARY, North Carolina, May 8 -- INDA, Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry issued the following news release: The recent news that the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) fined Pental $700,000 for falsely claiming its White King wipes were flushable was welcomed by INDA and EDANA, the leading North American-based and European-based trade associations for the nonwovens industry dedicated to advancing education and technology in the wipes category. INDA and EDANA have worked with leading industry and wastewater experts more PR

Wipro Expands Science Education Fellowship Program for US School Teachers (10)

EAST BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, April 30 -- Wipro, an information technology, consulting and business process services company, issued the following news release: Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO), a leading global information technology, consulting and business process services company, today announced the expansion of the Wipro Science Education Fellowship (SEF) Program to three additional universities in the United States. The multi-year program, which aims to nurture excellence in science education in public school systems thr more PR

WKU Preparing for 2018-19 International Year of Cuba (10)

BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, May 7 -- Western Kentucky University issued the following news: WKU's Office of International Programs (OIP) is preparing to launch the 2018-19 International Year of (IYO) Cuba. The IYO program places a yearlong spotlight on a specific country. Through education programming, delivered both on and off campus, the WKU community builds a deeper understanding of the history and culture of the target country. The IYO Cuba, which will be the fifth iteration of the annual internationalization initiative, comes after a succe more PR

Wolf Administration Announces $2 Million for Community College Construction Projects (10)

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, May 8 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news: The Department of Education today announced the approval of $2 million in grants to support projects at five community colleges in Pennsylvania. "For many Pennsylvanians, community colleges are a stepping stone to a good career or to seek higher education. This investment will allow the schools to make improvements to their facilities, so they can continue to serve students from communities across Pennsylvania," Secretary of Education Pedro more PR

Wolf Administration Underscores Importance of Agriculture Education, Workforce Development on Planting the Seed Tour (10)

BRADFORD, Pennsylvania, May 11 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture issued the following news release: This week, Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding traveled to northern Pennsylvania on the Planting the Seed Tour, an initiative by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) to highlight the education and workforce opportunities available in agriculture. During the two-day visit, Sec. Redding discussed Governor Tom Wolf's commitment to agriculture and the importance of investing in industry education and workforce opportunit more PR

Workforce Protections Subcommittee Examines the Opioid Epidemic and Federal Employees (10)

WASHINGTON, May 9 -- Rep. Bradley Byrne, R-Alabama, chairman of the House Education and the Workforce subcommittee on Workforce Protections, issued the following news release: Today, the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections, chaired by Rep. Bradley Byrne (R-AL), held a hearing to examine the implications of the opioid epidemic for the Department of Labor's (DOL) workers' compensation program for federal employees under the Federal Employees' Compensation Act (FECA). This hearing is part of the Committee on Education and the Workforce's ongo more PR

World Thyroid Day Recognized Globally on May 25th (10)

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, May 10 -- The American Thyroid Association issued the following news release: On May 25th the American Thyroid Association(R) (ATA) (www.thyroid.org), in cooperation with the European Thyroid Association (www.eurothyroid.com), will be making an extraordinary effort to promote its year-round goals --focus attention on that small butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the neck that causes approximately 20 million Americans to experience thyroid disease. In addition to the millions who have some form of thyroid disease, it more PR

WSU Announces New Dean of College of Nursing and Health Sciences (10)

WINONA, Minnesota, May 7 -- Winona State University issued the following news: Winona State University announces Julie M. Anderson has accepted the position of Dean of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, effective July 1. "We're very excited to welcome Dr. Anderson to the Winona State community of learners," said Patricia Rogers, WSU Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. "A strong, well-respected Dean in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences is vital to the success of Winona State. I am delighted to work with Dr. Ander more PR

WWU Partners With BTC on Grant From National Science Foundation (10)

BELLINGHAM, Washington, May 9 -- Western Washington University issued the following news release: Art Sherwood, the Western Washington University David Cole Professor of Entrepreneurship and the director of the IDEA Institute, is teaming up with professors and researchers at Bellingham Technical College (BTC) on a new $650,000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF). The grant is to support students in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) fields. The team of researchers and professors will focus on creating community more PR

Wyoming State Board of Education Issues Minutes for May 18 Meeting (10)

CHEYENNE, Wyoming, May 8 -- The Wyoming State Board of Education issued the following meeting minutes: The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) will hold a half-day meeting electronically on May 18, 2018 beginning at 8:00 a.m. The SBE will first hear a short presentation from Rebecca Watts, Executive Director of the University of Wyoming Trustees Education Initiative. Board coordinator Dr. Thomas Sachse will then present on SBE governance policies sections 1-7, a state accountability report to the JEIC, and an update on the BETA contract fo more PR

Yale's Thomas Beckett and Harvard's Bob Scalise Named Recipients of 2018 NFF John L. Toner Award (10)

IRVING, Texas, May 9 -- The National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame issued the following news release: The National Football Foundation (NFF) & College Hall of Fame announced today that Yale University Director of Athletics Thomas Beckett and Harvard University's John D. Nichols '53 Family Director of Athletics Bob Scalise have been named the 2018 recipients of the NFF John L. Toner Award. Presented annually by the NFF since 1997, the John L. Toner Award recognizes athletics directors who have demonstrated superior administrativ more PR

York University Urges All Ontario MPPs to Support Immediate Back-to-Work Legislation (10)

TORONTO, Ontario, May 5 -- York University issued the following news release: Following more than six months of bargaining to reach a negotiated agreement with CUPE 3903, and now more than nine weeks into a strike, York University's President and Vice-Chancellor Rhonda L. Lenton has asked the provincial government to take immediate legislative action today. Yesterday, the Hon. Mitzie Hunter, Minister of Advanced Education and Skills Development spoke directly to both York and CUPE 3903 and asked the parties to meet to discuss consensual arbit more PR

$20 Million Gift Creates Research Center on Longevity and Aging at USC (10)

LOS ANGELES, California, May 9 -- The University of Southern California issued the following news release: A new center dedicated to research on longevity and healthy aging has been established at the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology with a $20 million gift from Mei-Lee Ney. The donation, creating the Ney Center for Healthspan Science, is the largest in the school's 43-year history. A longtime supporter of the school, Ney is a member of its board of councilors and previously funded an endowed scholarship for USC gerontology students. I more PR

$9.3 Million in New Capital Funds Awarded to Support Mass Creative Economy (10)

BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 10 -- The Massachusetts Cultural Council issued the following news release: The MassDevelopment Board of Directors has approved $9.3 million in new grants from the Massachusetts Cultural Facilities Fund (CFF), a state program that fosters the growth of the creative economy by supporting building projects in the nonprofit arts, humanities, and sciences. The new round includes 63 capital grants totaling more than $8.7 million and another 35 planning grants totaling more than $500,000. Grants range from $7,000 to $200, more PR

'Unanimously Out of Step' (10)

DENVER, Colorado, May 9 -- The Colorado House Democrats issued the following news: Speaker Crisanta Duran and Rep. Faith Winter applauded the final passage tonight of a major transportation accord when the state Senate unanimously concurred with House amendments on the centerpiece achievement of the 2018 session -- a multiyear Colorado transportation plan to relieve traffic congestion and support our state's economic prosperity without jeopardizing education funding. A bipartisan agreement was struck this week by Speaker Duran, Rep. Winter, S more PR

'We are Focused on Making Sure That the Least Among Us -- the People Who are Slipping Through the Cracks -- Get the Opportunity They Need' (10)

2018-19 Budget--Infrastructure: Busting Congestion, Connecting Our Regions, Improving Safety and Creating Jobs (10)

CANBERRA, Australia, May 8 -- The Australian Department of Infrastructure, Regional Development and Cities' Minister for Infrastructure and Transport issued the following news release: The Liberal and Nationals Government will invest more than $75 billion in nationally significant transport infrastructure projects over the next 10 years, including new funding of $24.5 billion for projects and initiatives which will improve Australians' lives across every State and Territory. This investment will bust congestion in our cities to get commuters more PR

A Safer Australia - Budget 2018-19 Defence Overview (10)

CANBERRA, Australia, May 8 -- The Australian Department of Defence issued the following news release: The Turnbull Government's first priority is the safety and security of Australia and its people. The 2018-19 Budget will provide national and economic security, while generating thousands of Australian jobs. The Budget provides funding to continue to deliver: * On our ongoing commitments to Defence Operations around the globe, ensuring safety and security at home and secure maritime borders * The capability plans set out in the 2016 Defence more PR

Advisory Committee for Biotechnology in the Piedmont Triad Adds Two New Members, Appoints New Leader of Executive Advisory Council (10)

After Being Endorsed by CEDA: The 'Financial Sector Development Program' Holds a Forum to Introduce the Program and Its Initiatives (10)

Afterschool Alliance Welcomes Afterschool Champion Heather Nesle to Its Board of Directors (10)

AG Schuette Reminds Residents About May Consumer Education Programs (10)

Appropriations Committee Unveils the Fiscal Year 2019 Agriculture Appropriations Bill (10)

Artificial Intelligence for the American People (10)

As Demand for Skilled Workers Rises, Committee Democrats Push to Restore Public and Private Support for Training and Education (10)

ASEAN, Australia to Further Strengthen Strategic Partnership (10)

JAKARTA, Indonesia, May 9 -- The Association of Southeast Asian Nations issued the following secretariat news: ASEAN and Australia reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen their strategic partnership at the 8th ASEAN-Australia Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) Meeting, held yesterday at the ASEAN Secretariat. At the meeting, both sides reviewed the implementation of the Plan of Action to Implement the Joint Statement for ASEAN-Australia Strategic Partnership (2015-2019) and highlighted progress made in the implementation the Plan of more PR

Baylor Regents Accept Illuminate Strategic Plan to Move Forward (10)

Bipartisan Accord on Transportation (10)

Board of Governors Approves 24th Consecutive Balanced Budget (10)

BOMA 360 Program Welcomes First Quarter Designees (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The Building Owners and Managers Association International issued the following news release: The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) International conferred the BOMA 360 Performance Program(R) designation upon properties in commercial real estate markets around the world from Tampa, Florida, to Tokyo in the first quarter of 2018. The BOMA 360 Performance Program evaluates commercial properties in six major areas: building operations and management; life safety/security/risk management; training and education more PR

Brenner, Arkwright Honored as Pioneers in Conservation (10)

Budget Is Good for Space Industry and Medical Research - ANU (10)

California Life Sciences Association Announces Growth, Expansion in Bay Area (10)

SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 10 -- California Life Sciences Association issued the following news release: California Life Sciences Association (CLSA), the trade association representing California's life sciences sector, today announced the opening of an expanded office and events center in San Francisco, which is home to many of the top life sciences companies in the state. CLSA invites current and prospective members to celebrate this expansion and network at a 3rd Anniversary and Open House on July 17th. Please RSVP here. (https://www.e more PR

California State University Issues Statement on Gov. Brown's Budget Proposal (10)

LONG BEACH, California, May 11 -- California State University issued the following statement by Chancellor Timothy P. White on Gov. Jerry Brown's 2018-19 state budget proposal: "We are grateful that Governor Brown has dedicated one-time funding to help address one of the university's areas of need by helping finance some of our large backlog of deferred maintenance. However, with state revenue continuing to exceed projections - and California facing a large need for more educated citizens over the next decade - there is both a need and an opp more PR

Canada and Quebec Support Better Public Transit Services for Laval Residents (10)

LAVAL, Quebec, May 11 -- Infrastructure Canada issued the following news release: The governments of Canada and Quebec recognize that investing in public transit infrastructure is crucial to economic growth, reducing air pollution, and creating inclusive communities where everyone has access to public services and job opportunities. The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, Eva Nassif, Member of Parliament for Vimy, and Saul Polo, Member of the National Assembly for Laval-des-Rapides, today announced an investment of o more PR

Canada and Quebec Support Better Public Transit Services for Trois-Rivieres Residents (10)

TROIS-RIVIERES, Quebec, May 7 -- Infrastructure Canada issued the following news release: The governments of Canada and Quebec recognize that investing in public transit infrastructure is crucial to economic growth, reducing air pollution, and creating inclusive communities where everyone has access to public services and job opportunities. The Honourable Francois-Philippe Champagne, Minister of International Trade and Member of Parliament for Saint-Maurice Champlain; and Jean-Denis Girard, Member of the National Assembly for Trois-Rivieres, more PR

Canada and Quebec Support the Development of Sports Offerings for Municipality of Frontenac Residents (10)

FRONTENAC, Quebec, May 7 -- 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. The Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and Ghislain Bolduc, Member of the National Assembly for Megantic, today announced that the governments of Canada and Quebec will each invest more than $190,000 for the con more PR

Career Programs Recognized for Economic Results (10)

Chairman Blunt Issues Statement at Hearing on FY 2019 Budget Request for HHS (10)

Chancellor's Column: UNK Momentum Continues During Fiscal Challenges (10)

Climate Change a Health Risk, Not Just an Environmental Issue (10)

SYDNEY, Australia, May 11 -- The University of Sydney issued the following news: Doctors should be telling patients that climate change is an immediate health risk, not just an environmental problem, say University of Sydney scholars and a sustainable healthcare expert visiting from the UK, Dr David Pencheon. "The healthcare system has an important opportunity and responsibility to demonstrate that climate change is not just an environmental problem but an immediate health risk--to both patients and public," says Dr Pencheon who gives the key more PR

Comptroller Stringer Releases First Agency Watch List Report: Department of Correction (10)

CSUs Among Top Universities in Latest ROI Report (10)

De Blasio Administration and Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez Announce Inwood as the Next Location for NYCx Co-Labs Technology Program (10)

Duquesne University, Radnor Property Group & Harrison Street Real Estate Capital Announce Student Housing Partnership (10)

Empire State Development Announces Plesh Contract Packaging Expanding Operations on Buffalo's East Side (10)

ALBANY, New York, May 9 -- New York Empire State Development issued the following news release: Empire State Development today announced Plesh Contract Packaging (PCP) is undergoing a $7 million renovation of its manufacturing plant in Western New York, ensuring that the 20 employees currently working at the facility are retained. PCP, a full-service contract packaging company, is located at 711 Northland Avenue, adjacent to Buffalo's new Northland Workforce Training Center (NWTC). The NWTC, a Buffalo Billion initiative announced by Governor A more PR

EQT Manifests Commitment to Asia - Closes Dedicated Mid-Market Asia Fund (10)

EQT Real Estate Acquires Mixed-Use Property in Central Stockholm (10)

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, May 11 -- EQT, an investment firm, issued the following news release: The EQT Real Estate I fund ("EQT Real Estate") continues to invest in established European office markets and today announces the acquisition of the estate Honsfodret 1, a mixed-use asset comprising both a school and office space, located at Tullgardsgatan 12 on the island of Sodermalm in central Stockholm. The seller is an affiliate of the Swedish insurance company Folksam. The asset is located within close proximity to key Metro lines and the area has b more PR

ESD Announces Grand Opening of the Argyle Theatre, the Transformation Of Babylon Village Movie Theater Into State-Of-The-Art Live Theatrical Venue (10)

ALBANY, New York, May 10 -- New York Empire State Development issued the following news release: Empire State Development (ESD) today announced the grand opening of The Argyle Theatre, the transformative renovation of the historic Babylon Village Movie Theater into a 480-seat live theatrical venue. The $3 million project by Main Street Theatre Partners LLC will establish a cultural anchor and destination point for Babylon Village. The new state-of-the-art venue at 34 West Main Street is supported by the Long Island Regional Economic Developmen more PR

Experienced and Innovative Leader Named Vice President for Finance and Administration (10)

FACCC Issues Statement on Gov. Brown's 2018-19 Budget Proposal (10)

SACRAMENTO, California, May 11 -- The Faculty Association of California Community Colleges issued the following statement on Gov. Jerry Brown's proposed 2018-19 budget: "While the Faculty Association of California Community Colleges (FACCC) appreciates the Governor's financial support of the California Community Colleges, it continues to oppose a funding formula predicated on outcomes based performance. Unfortunately, the budget fails to address the researched-based key to student success, which is availability of full-time faculty and fully-s more PR

Fashion Merchandising Executive, Educator-Scientist and Financial Industry Leader Are This Year's Queens College Annual Gala Honorees (10)

FAU Tech Runway Reveals Its Largest Class (10)

BOCA RATON, Florida, May 11 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news release: Florida Atlantic University's Tech Runway (R) hosted its 2018 Launch Competition and Demo Day on May 10 at the Research Park at FAU, revealing its sixth and largest class, "Venture Class 6." This annual Launch Competition provides promising startups and talented entrepreneurs in South Florida with an opportunity to join a year-long program that brings the competition winners "best-in-class" instr more PR

FCC Commissioner Clyburn Issues Remarks on Retirement (10)

FCC Media Bureau Issues Public Notice on FM Translator Interference (10)

WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The Federal Communications Commission's Media Bureau public notice (MB Docket No. 18-119): In the Matter of Amendment of Part 74 of the Commission's Rules Regarding FM Translator Interference NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULEMAKING Adopted: May 10, 2018 Released:May 10, 2018 Comment Date: [30 days after date of publication in the Federal Register] Reply Comment Date: [60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register] By theCommission:Chairman Pai and Commissioners O'Rielly, and Carr issuing separate statements; Commi more PR

Federal Budget: Cause for Optimism With Delivery Challenges (10)

NORTH SYDNEY, Australia, May 8 -- The Australian Industry Group issued the following news release: "Today's Federal Budget will give business and the community confidence for the future and is cause for optimism. The very significant tax contribution this year from business has created room to move on tax relief, infrastructure and deficit reduction," Mr Innes Willox, Chief Executive of the Australian Industry Group said. "The Government has moved to take advantage of the economic improvement now underway by proposing tax relief to business a more PR

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Virginia (May 11) (10)

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Virginia (May 11) (10)

FHI 360 Launches FHI Ventures, a Social Impact Investing Subsidiary (10)

DURHAM, North Carolina, May 7 -- FHI 360 issued the following news release: FHI 360 has launched a new subsidiary, FHI Ventures, to invest in high-impact, early-stage social enterprises. FHI Ventures will work closely with early-stage companies that have launched a new product or service designed for social good, providing them with the support and funding they need to scale up their offerings. "FHI Ventures gives us a new vehicle to match the ingenuity of business entrepreneurs with the capital and support they need to bring new products and more PR

First Lady Chirlane McCray Launches New Citywide Ad Campaign for LGBTQ Youth (10)

First National Bank of Omaha Expands Its Role for State Farm(R) College Savings Plan (10)

From Football to Rocket Science: Meet the Young People Changing the World in 2018 (10)

Georgia Public Health Association Names Rep. England Legislator of the Year (10)

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 9 -- The Georgia House of Representatives issued the following news release: State Representative Terry England (R-Auburn) was recently named the 2017 Legislator of the Year by the Georgia Public Health Association (GPHA) in recognition of his numerous contributions to the profession and to the health of all Georgians. The award was presented in front of more than 500 GPHA members at the association's recent annual meeting on Jekyll Island. "Rep. England is an effective legislative leader who supports the role of public more PR

Good Outcomes for Science in Budget 2018 (10)

Gov. Cooper Proclaims May 7 - 11, 2018 National Teacher Appreciation Week (10)

RALEIGH, North Carolina, May 7 -- Gov. Roy Cooper, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed May 7-11, 2018 as National Teacher Appreciation Week in North Carolina. In addition, Gov. Cooper also proclaimed May 8, 2018 as National Teacher Appreciation Day in North Carolina. Gov. Cooper also released a video thanking teachers for the work they do. Click HERE to see that video. On Tuesday, First Lady Kristin Cooper will visit Smart Start of Forsyth County at 10:00 am, and Department of Administration more PR