College & University News
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Best Colleges in Religious Studies and Philosophy by Biggerfaith.org
Biggerfaith.org has ranked the best 200 schools that teach Religious Studies or Philosophy. The pool of candidates was around 1150. Biggerfaith.org ranked these schools according to government data. Using that data, Biggerfaith.org finds out the universities pass rate, annual cost, and average annual pay after graduation. - September 11, 2018 - biggerfaith.org
On September 13 Moravian College to Host Screening and Q & A with Filmmaker of "The Bomb"
Smriti Keshari, one of the filmmakers behind “The Bomb,” will be present for a Q & A after the film with Moravian students and the general public in attendance. Moravian College will host the screening and Q&A on September 13, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. EDT. - September 10, 2018 - Moravian College
Yardstick Management Hires Aida Mariam to Lead Its Community Engagement Business
Aida Mariam is an exceptional results-driven leader. Her breadth and depth of experience spans public affairs, community organizing, campaign management, design thinking and community development. Because of her strong leadership and management skills she has achieved the following results: -... - September 08, 2018 - Yardstick Management LLC
The College Investor Nominated for Best Investing Blog and Best Student Loan Debt Blog in 2018
The College Investor is nominated for Best Investing Blog and Best Student Loan Debt Blog in the 2018 Plutus Awards for their outstanding working improving financial literacy for millennials in 2018. - September 06, 2018 - The College Investor
YOUNK to Deliver Grammy Level Artist Performance to Boston CollegeFest 2018 as Entertainment Sponsor
YOUNK, the world’s first community music label using blockchain will partner with Boston CollegeFest for this year’s "biggest back to school party" on September 22. The lineup will include select artists from YOUNK’s Top 30 chart, including a surprise guest who has never... - September 06, 2018 - YOUNK LLC
The Plexus Groupe Intern Selected as The Council Foundation Scholarship Recipient
Kyle Vitale, a student at Illinois State University and a summer intern at The Plexus Groupe, has been selected as a recipient of a $5,000 academic scholarship for the 2018-19 year academic year, as announced today by The Council Foundation. “The Plexus Groupe is very proud of Kyle for being... - September 04, 2018 - The Plexus Groupe
Moravian College Welcomes Alec Ross, Tech Policy Expert, Innovator, and Author to Campus on September 12
Alec Ross, Author, Technology Policy Expert and Innovator scheduled to appear at Moravian College in Bethlehem, PA on September 12. - September 04, 2018 - Moravian College
MedicalFieldCareers.com Announces Scholarship for Students at Top 40 Affordable Healthcare Schools
MedicalFieldCareers.com has released its list of the Top 40 Affordable Healthcare Schools, as well as a new scholarship program for students who attend the featured schools. - August 31, 2018 - MedicalFieldCareers.com
California State University Selects BlackBeltHelp for After-Hours Help Desk Support
BlackBeltHelp today announced that the California State University (CSU) has selected BlackBeltHelp’s After-Hours IT help desk and LMS solutions. CSU campuses will have the opportunity to use BlackBeltHelp’s IT help desk and LMS solutions, providing enhanced levels of IT support for... - August 31, 2018 - BlackBeltHelp
UChicago Partners with Posse Foundation to Recruit Post-9/11 US Veterans
The University of Chicago (UChicago) is the newest undergraduate partner of The Posse Foundation. Through the program, UChicago will admit 10 post-9/11 U.S. veterans each year and guarantee financial aid to cover the cost of tuition after applying GI Bill and Yellow Ribbon funding. The inaugural... - August 31, 2018 - The Posse Foundation
Catastrophic Wildfire and Toxic Smoke Evolved From Ecological Imbalance: Are DOI Secretary Zinke / USDA Secretary Purdue Ignoring Cost-Effective Wildfire Solution?
A significant drop in native species large-bodied herbivores in American forest and wildland landscapes is a proven factor in the evolution of catastrophic wildfire and toxic smoke. - August 30, 2018 - Wildhorse Ranch Productions
Higher Ed Web Plan from KDG Helps Colleges with ADA Section 508 Compliance
The Higher Ed Web Plan from KDG’s web team helps colleges with ADA, SEO, and usability. - August 30, 2018 - The Kyle David Group, LLC
BlackBeltHelp Helps University of South Dakota Provide Its End-Users 24x7 IT Support
BlackBeltHelp, a leading provider of premium quality help desk products and services in the US higher education industry, is elated to announce that University of South Dakota has selected BlackBeltHelp for 24x7 IT helpdesk support. Under this engagement, BlackBeltHelp will provide IT support to... - August 30, 2018 - BlackBeltHelp
Higher Ed Crowdfunding Experts at KDG to Present Exclusive Webinar
“Cracking the Code on Crowdfunding” will highlight tips, tricks, and secrets to successful crowdfunding campaigns. - August 28, 2018 - The Kyle David Group, LLC
Jennings Principal Paige Zinn Appointed to UNC Board of Visitors
The University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill has named Jennings Principal, Paige Zinn, to the UNC Board of Visitors. Zinn is one of 54 select alumni and friends appointed to the 2018 class of new members by the Board of Trustees. Board of Visitors members act as ambassadors of UNC-Chapel... - August 25, 2018 - Jennings
15 Moravian College Students Selected for Prestigious United Nations-Backed Millennium Fellowship
Moravian College in Bethlehem, PA announced that fifteen students have been selected for the Millennium Fellowship, sponsored by United Nations Academic Impact and Millennium Campus Network (MCN.) - August 24, 2018 - Moravian College
Our Minds AR – The First BYOD App for Group Learning and Team Work in Augmented Reality
Virtual Space has announced the release of Our Minds AR, the First BYOD app for group learning and team work in Augmented Reality. In App Our Minds AR students’ utterances or questions pop up in a way similar to speech bubbles, as in comics. This new collaboration format is sure to make a class or a meeting more effective and engaging. - August 24, 2018 - Virtual Space OOO
KDG Has Team to Help with ADA Section 508 Compliance
KDG is offering support for businesses, schools, and nonprofits seeking to improve their online ADA compliance. - August 24, 2018 - The Kyle David Group, LLC
Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) Set to Host Town Hall Meeting on Pandemic Flu Prevention During National Preparedness Month
The Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) continues the Aware campaign, hosting a town hall meeting in Atlanta, GA on Pandemic Flu awareness and prevention with keynote speaker Dr. Lisa M. Koonin, Deputy Director, Influenza Coordination Unit (ICU) in the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD), CDC. - August 23, 2018 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
TopResume Announces Partnership with GradLeaders to Help More Students Create Top-Quality Resumes for Dream Jobs
TopResume, the largest resume-writing service in the world, today announced a partnership with GradLeaders, a campus-recruitment and career-services technology leader with more than 30 years’ experience of connecting students with employers. TopResume writes and analyzes millions of resumes... - August 23, 2018 - GradLeaders
Indie Filmmaker's Investigation of an Unsolved Murder Piques the Interest of Professor Angela Bell of Southern University Law Center
Inspired by a story that was kept alive by her grandfather, A.L. Smith unravels the mystery surrounding the murder of Mrs. Mary Allen Booth, the wife of a prominent Shreveport business owner. Mrs. Booth's semi-frozen remains were discovered in Frierson, Louisiana near the home of Lemon Howard, a mentally disabled African-American youth. Howard is wrongfully accused of the crime and tragically spends 42 years in Louisiana's penal system. - August 22, 2018 - ALS Creations, LLC
San Diego CEO, Jason Kulpa Announces Community Scholarship Winner
Jason Kulpa announces community scholarship winner to help young community leaders attain their educational goals. - August 22, 2018 - UE.co
New Dean for the College of Humanities and Social Science
Southern Utah University is excited to announce that after an extensive national search, Dr. Jean Boreen has been chosen to serve as the new Dean for the College of Humanities and Social Science. Dr. Boreen has over two decades of experience in administration and service at the university level. - August 22, 2018 - Southern Utah University
Masters Agrees to Official Partnership with the NJCAA
Masters Transportation has agreed to be the Official Shuttle Bus and Van Sales, Leasing, and Rental provider of the National Junior College Athletic Association. - August 22, 2018 - Masters Transportation
Midwest College Planning Asks: What's Your Plan for Paying for College?
In the recent report from Sallie Mae: How America Pays for College, it was reported that nearly 4 out of 5 families want their child to attend college, only about 2 out of 5 families have a plan to pay for school. Midwest College Planning is offering free workshops to help parents begin a plan. - August 17, 2018 - Midwest College Planning
Techstars’ Buffalo Startup Weekend
Techstars’ Buffalo Startup Weekend is back by popular demand for its 8th event. The weekend-long immersion into starting a business is open to anyone who is interested in pitching and/or developing a startup idea - from high school students to adults, from anyone with an idea to seasoned entrepreneurs, developers, designers, and marketers. This year’s event, presented by Viaduct, will take place over the weekend of September 14 to 16, 2018. - August 16, 2018 - Techstars' Buffalo Startup Weekend
Chapman Foundation, Inc. Partners with SHEEN Magazine for 2018 HBCU Tour
Once again it’s that time of year for the Chapman Foundation Inc. “Historically Black Colleges and Universities” tour. “SHEEN Magazine is honored to be the ‘Media Sponsor’ for such an amazing event,” says SHEEN spokesperson. CFI and SHEEN will be on the... - August 15, 2018 - Sheen Magazine
All Professions Job Fair on Friday, August 17
Targeted Job Fairs, in partnership with the Midwest Black Family Reunion, hosts their annual All Professions Job Fair. - August 14, 2018 - Targeted Job Fairs
Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) to Host Next Active Shooter Preparedness Town Hall Meeting in Des Moines, IA
Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) continues to host town hall meetings in congressional districts around the country with focus on raising awareness of active shooter threats and how to survive them. - August 14, 2018 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
Layer Logic and TSItouch Join Forces to Drive Demand of Touchscreen Displays in the Enterprise
Layer Logic Inc. and TSItouch, a leading manufacturer of touch screen and protective solutions for commercial grade displays and video walls, announce they are partnering together to drive more touch display demand through the delivery of additional features and capabilities. - August 14, 2018 - Layer Logic, Inc.
Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized Honors Gertrude B. Hutchinson, DNS, RN, MA, MSIS, CCRN-R with a P.O.W.E.R. Podcast
Gertrude B. Hutchinson of Altamont, New York has been honored with a Podcast by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Woman of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding achievements and high level of success for over 45 years in the fields of nursing and education. About Gertrude B. - August 14, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Podcast Answering “What Makes Us Human?” Launches in Denver
What makes you...you? Is it your DNA, culture, or environment? The digital anthropology magazine SAPIENS.org is releasing its first podcast series titled SAPIENS: A Podcast for Everything Human to ask and answer questions surrounding the human experience. Series hosts Dr. Jen Shannon from the... - August 13, 2018 - House of Pod
Remington College Memphis Campus Offers New Culinary Diploma Program
New program now enrolling. - August 12, 2018 - Remington College
Jack and Jill Inc. and Shorecrest Partner for 2nd Annual HBCU College Fair
The Suncoast Chapter Teens of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. will host its second annual Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) College Fair from 1-3pm on Sunday, September 16 at Shorecrest Preparatory School in St. Petersburg. The inaugural event featured college recruiters and... - August 10, 2018 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Moravian College Named to the 2019 Best 384 Colleges List by The Princeton Review
Moravian College announced that it has been named one of the Best 384 Colleges in the nation according to The Princeton Review in the newest edition of its college guide, The Best 384 Colleges. - August 10, 2018 - Moravian College
Refugee Student Spearheads Opening of an Aerospace Lab to Promote STEM Education and Launches First Social Entrepreneurial Aviation Product
Stratos Aviation Association announces the establishment of the Stratos Aerospace Lab coinciding with the launch of its first social entrepreneurial product: Ventus, designed and engineered by a Syrian-Armenian refugee student in Montreal, Canada. - August 09, 2018 - Stratos Aviation
Dr. Mary J. Gallant Recognized as a Woman of the Month and Honored on the Reuters Billboard by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Dr. Mary J. Gallant of Glassboro, New Jersey has been honored as a Women of the Month for May 2018 and honored on the famous Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and... - August 08, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Campus Consortium Announces First Ever ERP Hosting Grant
Campus Consortium, a non-profit organization that unites approximately 37,000 institutions globally announced its Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Hosting Grant today. - August 08, 2018 - Campus Consortium
Dr. Daniel Andreae is the Recipient of the 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award Presented by the Top 100 Registry Inc.
Dr. Daniel Andreae is named "Educator and Philanthropist of the Year," and is the recipient of the prestigious "Lifetime Achievement Award" for the year 2018. Dr. Andreae, who is set to appear on the cover of the Top 100 Registry's international publication, has shown extraordinary passion and dedication in his career as an academic, as well as an exemplary commitment to his community. - August 03, 2018 - Top100 Registry Inc.
Intry and College Recruiter Partner in Resume Revolution
Intry is one of Built in Austin’s Top 50 Startups to Watch for 2018 and is leading the resume revolution. Intry, a woman-owned HR tech software firm, has launched a strategic partnership with industry veteran College Recruiter, the leading job search site used by over 20 million US college... - August 02, 2018 - Intry, LLC
Remington College Raises Thousands for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Nonprofit Remington College has kicked off its partnership with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society by raising more than $4,000 for MS in their first fundraiser on World MS Day. - August 02, 2018 - Remington College
Leona W. Ayers, M.D. Commemorated as a Lifetime Honored Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Leona W. Ayers, M.D. of Dublin, Ohio has been commemorated as a Lifetime Honored Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of education and medical research. About Leona W. Ayers, M.D. Dr. Leona W. Ayers, M.D. has over... - July 28, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
MedicalFieldCareers.com Announces Scholarship Program for 2018-19
MedicalFieldCareers.com, a free online resource for students training for careers in healthcare, announces a $1,500 scholarship program for the 2018-19 academic year – the MedicalFieldCareers.com Healthcare Scholarship. - July 25, 2018 - MedicalFieldCareers.com
Affinity Federal Credit Union Partners with iGrad for Financial Wellness Education
Affinity Federal Credit Union (AFCU) recently launched Enrich™, iGrad’s adaptive, personalized and interactive online financial literacy platform to its 165,000+ members. - July 25, 2018 - iGrad
SHPSA-650A103F08, a +/-650V, 1,000 Amps Solid State Switching Apparatus (SHPSA) for Various Power Tests Delivered to MET Laboratories, Inc. Santa Clara, CA USA
On June 30, 2018, Electronic Design & Research shipped out a more powerful SHPSA that generates up to 2,500 Amps /650V or 300kW (average) and 1.6MW pulses, assembled in a 19"W x 39"L x 72"H rack cabinet. A controller configures several SPST-NO switches as a single SPCO switch. A discharging capacitor array (SDCA-08) or V-battery is capable of discharging 2,500 Amps in 200ns and less. - July 25, 2018 - Electronic Design & Research
California Community Colleges (CCC) Technology Center Selects BlackBeltHelp for Helpdesk Support
The California Community Colleges (CCC) Technology Center has selected BlackBeltHelp to support its objective of receiving high quality centralized help desk services for CCC system-wide software applications. BlackBeltHelp will replace the existing help desk provider and provide help desk support... - July 25, 2018 - BlackBeltHelp
Remington College Memphis Campus Holds Career Fair on July 31
Get connected with employers looking to hire. - July 25, 2018 - Remington College
Remington College Memphis Campus Offers New Medical Office Administration Diploma Program
New program now enrolling. - July 21, 2018 - Remington College
Southern Utah University Solving the Retention Puzzle
With declining student retention rates climbing across the country, Southern Utah University has created a unique and innovative approach to stop the decline and actually increase retention numbers. In just two years, from 2015-2017, the University went from a stagnant 64% retention rate to 71%, a record high for the institution. - July 20, 2018 - Southern Utah University
Minus K Technology Announces Sixth U.S. Educational Giveaway
Celebrating its 25th year in business Minus K Technology, Inc. is giving away $20,000* worth of patented vibration isolators to colleges within the United States. - July 18, 2018 - Minus K Technology Inc.