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Elizabeth A. Whitmer, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, AHDI-F Recognized as a VIP Member for 2019 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Elizabeth A. Whitmer, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, AHDI-F of Fort Myers Beach, Florida has been recognized as a VIP Member for 2019 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of healthcare services... - May 14, 2019 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

oLibrary.org Partners with Additional University Presses

The University of California Press and the University Press of Colorado Add Open-Access Titles to oLibrary. - May 05, 2019 - Flexpub

Tenth Annual Pink Hat Tea Will Celebrate 10 Years of Providing College Scholarships for District of Columbia High School Seniors

The Pearl and Ivy Educational Foundation, Inc. (PIEF), in collaboration with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.,® Xi Omega Chapter, will host its 10th Annual Pink Hat Tea on Sunday, May 5, 2019 from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. at the Renaissance in downtown Washington, DC. The Tea, now in its tenth... - May 03, 2019 - Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Xi Omega Chapter

Advanced Healthcare Solutions, Inc. Announces the Launch of STUDENT TELE-HELP 24/7(sm)

STUDENT TELE-HELP 24/7 is a virtual access mental health service that has been developed to support college and university students as they develop the coping skills needed to navigate through life’s challenges. STUDENT TELE-HELP 24/7 gives students another option to obtain counseling, therapy and provider services for mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, grief, guilt, PTSD due to sexual assault, substance abuse, suicidal ideation, etc. No insurance needed or accepted. - May 01, 2019 - Advanced Healthcare Solutions, Inc.

Grok Global Launches Global Access Service

Grok Global Services, a global higher education service company, launches Global Access, a new line of service for institutions seeking to diversify their recruitment efforts. - May 01, 2019 - Grok Global

Dr. Paul Alexander Named as HIU's Seventh President

Following an extensive search process, the HIU Board of Trustees has appointed Dr. Paul H. Alexander ('84, '88) as the seventh president in HIU's 91-year history. He will assume his new leadership role and responsibilities on August 16, 2019. - May 01, 2019 - Hope International University

Rose State College to Open a Food and Necessities Pantry and Clothing Closet for Students

Rose State is showing its commitment to fighting hunger and basic needs for students by partnering with established OKC-area needs-based non-profit organizations. These partnerships will establish Raider Necessities, a comprehensive food and personal care pantry that will be operated via a partnership with the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, and Raider Rack, an on-campus clothing closet for Rose State students, faculty, staff and alumni that will operate in partnership with Sharing Tree. - May 01, 2019 - Rose State College

Philanthropic Crowdfunding Team at KDG Wins Gold Horizon Interactive Award

KDG’s work on Drexel University’s 2018 Day of Giving campaign won gold at the Horizon Interactive Awards. - April 30, 2019 - The Kyle David Group, LLC

Yorktel Hires Esteemed Telehealth Pioneer Dr. Sudhir R. Ahuja as Senior Vice President of Product Management, Healthcare

Visionary Entrepreneur, Scientist, and Forerunner in the Field of Video-Based Technology for Healthcare Will Spearhead the Evolution of the Univago HE Telehealth Platform. - April 25, 2019 - Yorktel

iGrad Receives Pension & Investments Eddy Award for Enrich™ Financial Wellness Platform

iGrad recently was recognized with a Pension & Investments Eddy Award for its Enrich™ financial wellness platform. iGrad was honored along with Virginia Retirement System (VRS), an independent state agency that offers the Enrich platform to its 700,000 members. iGrad and VRS received the... - April 24, 2019 - iGrad

Camden County College Selects Unifyed Student to Modernize Student Experience

Unifyed, a cloud-based, next-generation student information system provider, today announced that Camden County College has selected Unifyed Student to drive digital transformation and boost student engagement. Unifyed Student will enable students at Camden County College to easily register for... - April 24, 2019 - Unifyed

S-U-F Announces World’s First Forum & Expo on “Smart University” Serving 28000+ Universities

SUF19 Global Forum and Expo will be held in Antalya, Turkey, 05-07 November 2019, attracting 700+ delegates from more than 65 countries, and featuring 130+ speakers and 100+ academic & corporate leaders to focus on the future of universities worldwide. - April 21, 2019 - Smart University Foundation

Initium Health’s Founder, James Corbett, Delivers the 26th Annual Shallenberger Keynote at John Hopkins

Beyond Charity: Re-Imagined Communities. This talk addresses how modern healthcare, in the midst of industry consolidation and technological innovation must also continue to support the health of the community in which it’s located which requires a re-imagining of the hospital’s role in the community. - April 18, 2019 - Initium Health

A CEO and PR Rep Recognizes the Importance of Elton John's Music in Saving Her Life

Amidst the announcement of his Farewell Tour and an upcoming movie about his life, the following describes how Denise Meridith, currently a CEO of an Arizona public relations firm, feels Elton John's music helped save her life. - April 18, 2019 - Denise Meridith

Reinventing Modern Recruiting for Colleges and Universities in the Digital Age - Thompson Rivers University

LinkedIn and other social networks are becoming the bridge between millenial students and the academic world. Dean Mike Henry of Thompson Rivers University demonstrates how modern recruiting works without geographic boundaries and time zones. Under his watch and initiatives, enrolment soared by over 500%. - April 16, 2019 - Thompson Rivers University

National Association for Community Colleges Names Colleges of Excellence

National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) recognizes entrepreneurial excellence in Community Colleges; NACCE Announces College of Excellence Winners - April 15, 2019 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship

Rose State College, Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance Announce Educational Partnership in Collaborative Robotics

Rose State College and the Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance have formed a new educational partnership. Rose State will be providing training in collaborative robotics for manufacturers across Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance will provide subject matter experts to assist with curriculum... - April 15, 2019 - Rose State College

Remington College Cleveland Campus Announces New Degree Programs

Two new programs now enrolling. - April 12, 2019 - Remington College

Atlanta Businessman Woodard Inducted Into UTC Entrepreneurship Hall of Fame

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Honors Albert Woodard - April 11, 2019 - KaZee Inc.

Dianne L. Bird Recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2019 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Dianne L. Bird of Waterdown, Ontario, Canada has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2019 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of educational administration. About Dianne L. Bird Ms. Bird is retired after 31... - April 09, 2019 - Strathmore Worldwide

Beyond Spots & Dots Wins Four Awards from the 34th Education Advertising Awards Competition

Agency recognized with two gold, one silver and one bronze award for higher-education campaigns. - April 05, 2019 - Beyond Spots & Dots, Inc.

Blue Peach Media and SurferNETWORK Collaboration for Video Production and Streaming

Blue Peach Media and SurferNETWORK are proud to announce a collaboration to offer new and enhanced services to companies and individuals looking to capitalize on video and streaming. From script to screens-of-any-size, this collaboration is aimed to help clients do the most with their digital media... - April 03, 2019 - SurferNETWORK LLC

No Tuition or Fee Increases for Southern Utah University

For the first time in 42 years, Southern Utah University will not be increasing its tuition or student fees. On Friday, March 29, the Utah Board of Regents approved Southern Utah University’s tuition proposal, making SUU the only school in the Utah System for Higher Education that isn’t... - March 29, 2019 - Southern Utah University

iGrad Creates First Financial Wellness Personality Assessment

iGrad/Enrich has created a first-of-its-kind financial behavior assessment, now available on its interactive financial wellness platforms. - March 29, 2019 - iGrad

Patrick Henry College Announces New Dean of Academic Affairs

Dr. Mark T. Mitchell, a prolific scholar, has been named Patrick Henry College's new Dean of Academic Affairs. - March 29, 2019 - Patrick Henry College

Remington College Online Announces Four New Programs

Enrollment now open for programs in technology, hospitality and health fields. - March 29, 2019 - Remington College

Utah Legislature Approves 3-Year Bachelor Degree Program at SUU

Southern Utah University is excited to announce that Governor Gary Herbert and the Utah State Legislature have approved and funded a three-year bachelor’s degree pilot program. SUU received $3.8 million ongoing funding for the project and will be ready to launch the program in January... - March 28, 2019 - Southern Utah University

Tecsew Welcomes UTC Portsmouth Guests

Tecsew welcomed work experience students from UTC Portsmouth this week. - March 26, 2019 - Tecsew Ltd.

Best Education Websites to be Named by Web Marketing Association in 23rd Annual WebAward Competition

The Best Education Website of 2019 will be named as part of the 23rd annual international WebAward Competition for Web site development at www.webaward.org. The WebAwards is the standards-defining competition that sets benchmarks for 96 industries, including education, schools and university websites, based on the seven criteria of a successful web site. The deadline for education websites to enter to be judged is May 31, 2019. - March 25, 2019 - Web Marketing Association

Cynaptx to Further Enhance the Career Service Platform

Texas-based software solution provider Cynaptx has opened up its Career Services Management platform for a unrestricted trial by educational institutions and universities for 14 days. This feature will open up plethora of opportunities to enhance the student, employer relationship while hiring candidates from colleges. - March 21, 2019 - Cynaptx

Campus Connector Announces Software Launch Innovative Student Engagement and Retention Software Now Available

Campus Connector, Inc. today announced the launch of Campus ConnectrTM, revolutionary innovative cloud-based student engagement and retention software for colleges, community colleges, and universities of all sizes. The Campus Connectr software utilizes proactive digital engagement to drive... - March 21, 2019 - Campus Connector, Inc.

Atlanta Global Studies Center Hosts Inaugural Symposium April 25-27th in Atlanta

The Inaugural Annual Atlanta Global Studies Symposium fosters collaboration among institutions of higher education, the public and the community, and the K-12 sector in the Atlanta region and beyond through education, research, and outreach about global, regional, and international studies and the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. All events are free and open to the public, with pre-registration, and will take place at the Bill Moore Student Success Center (225 N Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30332). - March 20, 2019 - Georgia Institute of Technology Atlanta Global Studies Center

Gurnick Academy Opens Campus in Los Angeles, Recognizing Healthcare Growth

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts, a well-established allied health and nursing school, is opening a campus in the Los Angeles area. The campus will have an imaging focus offering an Associate of Occupational Science in Radiologic Technology and an X-Ray Technician with Medical Assisting Skills... - March 18, 2019 - Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts

Dr. Tiffany Brown Scholarship Has Launched and is Accepting Applications

Tiffany Brown Designs and Tribute Contracting LLC are pleased to announce the Dr. Tiffany Brown Scholarship. The Dr. Tiffany Brown scholarship is designed to encourage and support outstanding students who work hard and have financial need. The scholarships provide financial assistance and academic... - March 18, 2019 - Tiffany Brown Designs

Bentz Whaley Flessner Announces Executive Transition

Bentz Whaley Flessner, a national and international philanthropy consulting firm for over 35 years has announced an executive leadership change, appointing Joshua Birkholz as CEO, succeeding founding principal Bruce Flessner. BWF is grateful for Flessner's contributions to the Firm and his extraordinary contributions to the nonprofit community. BWF will continue its exemplary growth with a commitment to diversity in all forms. - March 18, 2019 - Bentz Whaley Flessner

Edu Alliance Group Welcomes Tom Davisson to Advisory Council

The Edu Alliance Group Managing Partner of North America Dean Hoke announced today that Tom Davisson has been named to the North America Advisory Council. Mr. Davisson has recently retired after 30 years from The Sullivan University System where he served as Executive Vice President and Chief... - March 17, 2019 - Edu Alliance Group

National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) Launches New Book with Maricopa Community Colleges

Co-Authors Sign New Book with Chancellor, Community College Presidents from Maricopa College System; Two Presidents Sign Entrepreneurship Pledge - March 10, 2019 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship

SUNY Orange Becomes First US College to Implement Augmented Reality for Student Retention

Imagination Park Expects More Colleges to Adopt AR for Student Guidance, Tours, and Events - March 09, 2019 - Imagination Park

Fenway Group Celebrates 13th Anniversary

The company celebrates 13 years developing the next generation of technologists. - March 07, 2019 - Fenway Group

TFI Envision, Inc. Welcomes Spring Intern from Housatonic Community College

TFI Envision, Inc. is delighted to welcome their newest team member, Maritza Quintuña. She is a graphic design candidate from Housatonic Community College, completing an independent study internship toward her Associates degree expected May 2019. This hardworking and talented student will... - March 07, 2019 - TFI Envision, Inc.

Reality Changers Launches Search for New CEO

Reality Changers is pleased to announce that cStone & Associates has launched the search for the non-profit’s next CEO and President. - March 05, 2019 - Reality Changers

Beyond Spots & Dots President and Founder to Speak at Chatham University’s Women Business Leaders Breakfast Series

Beyond Spots & Dots President and Founder, Melanie Querry will share the story of how she broke the $1 million mark during Chatham University’s Women Business Leaders Breakfast Series event: Pittsburgh’s Million Dollar Women-Owned Businesses. Reaching $1 million in revenue... - March 05, 2019 - Beyond Spots & Dots, Inc.

Gertrude B. Hutchinson, DNS, RN, MA, MSIS, CCRN-R Recognized for Her New Position at the Sage Colleges School of Nursing by P.O.W.E.R.

Gertrude B. Hutchinson of Altamont, New York has been recognized for her new position at the Sage Colleges School of Nursing by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Woman of Excellence Recognized) and for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the fields of nursing and... - February 28, 2019 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Ulzi Announces Continued Momentum Led by More Than Doubling App Download Growth

Company Doubles User Base, Expands Marketing Geographically and Hits College Campuses Statewide. - February 28, 2019 - Ulzi

Lancaster Theological Seminary Launches Ministerial Institute, Offers New 3-Year Program

Lancaster Theological Seminary is launching the new Ministerial Institute of the Pennsylvania Academy of Ministry that will offer a new, non-degree program to prepare people for ministerial leadership. The Ministerial Institute’s three-year program includes online classes plus an on-campus... - February 27, 2019 - Lancaster Theological Seminary