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Oakland University Students Helping Companies Solve Real-World Problems
OU students Katie Folk and Adam Quinn are working on a project to reduce wait times for surgeons and their teams to use operating rooms. - December 09, 2015 - Oakland University
IBMC College is Holding a Santa Cops Gift Collection in Fort Collins
The Fort Collins campus of IBMC College has started a Santa Cops Gift Collection. - December 09, 2015 - IBMC College
WatSat, a University of Waterloo Student Design Team Receives In-Kind Software Grant from Maya Heat Transfer Technologies Ltd and Siemens PLM Software
WatSat to use the same technology in its designs that companies worldwide depend on to design some of today's most sophisticated products. - December 08, 2015 - Maya HTT
The Asia Institute Announces 2016 Global Education Scholarships
The Asia Institute announced today the One Yuan One Dream Foundation’s continued support of global education scholarships. With a commitment to Generation Study Abroad to award over $15,000 annually to scholarships supporting global learning programs, the Asia Institute is actively expanding... - December 08, 2015 - The Asia Institute
Virtual Speech Coach Releases New Public Speaking Mini-Course Book
"Public Speaking: A Very Short Course," available through Amazon, offers 7 short lessons that can be completed in as little as 15 minutes each, in a class, in a workshop or through individual study. - December 07, 2015 - Virtual Speech Coach
Geoff Notkin Delivers TEDx Talk at Switzerland’s Institut Le Rosey
On Saturday, November 14, Emmy-winning television host and action scientist Geoff Notkin commanded the stage at Institut Le Rosey, delivering an inspiring TEDx talk to the students, faculty and staff of the prestigious Swiss boarding school, along with students of Aiglon College, other prominent... - December 05, 2015 - Aerolite Meteorites, LLC
Gilbert Gordon, Ph.D., Inorganic Chemistry Recognized as a Lifetime Professional by The National Alliance of Male Executives-N.A.M.E.
Gilbert Gordon, Ph.D., Inorganic Chemistry of Oxford, Ohio has been recognized as a Lifetime Professional by the National Alliance of Male Executives-N.A.M.E. for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of education and chemistry. About Gilbert Gordon, Ph.D., Inorganic... - December 05, 2015 - N.A.M.E.
CUE Steps Up Support for 2015 Keeping Pace with K12 Digital Learning Report
CUE leaders provide input to shape the definitive Blended and Online Learning Report. - December 04, 2015 - CUE
Harvard Law May be Covering Up Defacement Investigation, Suggests Law Prof John Banzhaf
Two Weeks Have Passed and Harvard Has Several Compelling Motives to Hide the Perpetrators’ Identity, Says John Banzhaf. - December 04, 2015 - Public Interest Law Professor John Banzhaf
NSC A Level Students Take Part in Physics Masterclass
North Shropshire College’s (NSC) Physics Lecturer, Rupert Boyle, took his A Level students to the University of Birmingham for a Particle Physics Masterclass recently. The students analysed the data from the ATLAS detector of the Large Hadron Collider at CERN, the world’s largest and... - December 03, 2015 - North Shropshire College
The Asia Institute Offsets 10% of International Education Flight Emissions
The Asia Institute recommitted to its partnership with Shanghai Roots & Shoots’ Million Tree Project by purchasing 20 trees in Inner Mongolia to offset 10% of the international flight emissions for all students and faculty traveling on Asia Institute programs. - December 03, 2015 - The Asia Institute
Stanbridge College Veterinary Technology Program Receives American Veterinary Medical Association Accreditation
Stanbridge College’s Associate of Science in Veterinary Technology degree program received American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) accreditation effective August 28, 2015. Accreditation by the AVMA represents the highest standard of achievement for veterinary medical education in the... - December 03, 2015 - Stanbridge University
Christian Universities Online Recognizes HIU for Low Student Indebtedness
Christian Universities Online released their 2016 list of "The Top 50 Christian Colleges & Universities with the Lowest Debt Burden 2016," ranking Hope International University #15. This ranking seeks to provide useful data to parents and students who are endeavoring to make an... - December 02, 2015 - Hope International University
Esteemed Lifetime Member of America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals, Professor Gilbert Gordon, Has Been Inducted Into the 2016 Hall of Fame
Professional of the Year 2016, Professor Gilbert Gordon of Oxford, Ohio has been inducted into the 2016 America’s Registry Hall of Fame for his accomplishments and achievements in the fields Water Research and Inorganic Chemistry. - December 01, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Vancouver Movers at Mountain Movers Now Specialize in Local Moving Services
In addition to long-distance and commercial moving services, the Vancouver movers at Mountain Movers also offer reliable local services that cater to anything from high-traffic conditions to tight spaces. - November 30, 2015 - Mountain Movers
Mountain Movers Specializes in Quality Long-Distance Moving - Now Setting Them Apart from Competing Vancouver Moving Companies
Vancouver-based company Mountain Movers sets themselves apart from competing moving companies with their specialized long-distance moving services. - November 30, 2015 - Mountain Movers
Defacement of Harvard's Black Law Profs Pictures Likely Hoax or Retaliation, Not Racism, Reports Prof. Banzhaf
Although widely reported in the Washington Post and elsewhere as a racist incident - and even a possible hate crime - at Harvard Law School, putting black tape over the pictures of several black professors was much more likely a hoax, or retaliation for at least two similar past defacements by a largely black law student organization, reports public interest law professor John Banzhaf. - November 29, 2015 - Public Interest Law Professor John Banzhaf
Black Friday/Cyber Monday College Course Offer – Get Smart This Holiday Season Through Community Business College
Community Business College is offering online cyber-shoppers an easy way to give the gift of learning with a discount that can be applied to any of the college's course offerings. - November 28, 2015 - Community Business College
Stanbridge College Occupational Therapy Students Present Research at OTAC Annual Conference
Stanbridge College students and faculty from the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program had the honor of presenting their research at the 39th Annual Conference of the Occupational Therapy Association of California (OTAC), held October 22nd - 25th in Sacramento. Five thesis... - November 26, 2015 - Stanbridge University
Stanbridge College Expands Cadaver Lab Facilities with Human Specimens
One year after unveiling the first Synthetic Human Cadaver Lab on the West Coast, Stanbridge College has further expanded its impressive training resources for students by adding real human cadavers to widen the scope and experience of the school’s anatomy and physiology courses. The... - November 26, 2015 - Stanbridge University
Stanbridge College Occupational Therapy Graduate Students Present Research at 100 Year Starship Symposium
Students from Stanbridge College’s Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Program were invited to present their groundbreaking research regarding the future of long-duration space exploration at the 100 Year Starship Symposium in Silicon Valley, CA. Graduate students Macy Burr, Howard... - November 26, 2015 - Stanbridge University
IBMC College and Boulder Valley School District (CTEC) Sign Enrollment Agreement
Enrollment Agreement signed between IBMC College and Boulder Valley School District (CTEC) - November 26, 2015 - IBMC College
NSC and OCC Join Forces to Create Exciting Late Night Shopping Event
Business students from the Oswestry Campus of North Shropshire College (NSC), and the Oswestry Chamber of Commerce (OCC) have collaborated to bring an exciting late night Christmas shopping event to town on Friday 11th December – the Oswestry Christmas Retail Experience. Neil Jenkins, owner... - November 25, 2015 - North Shropshire College
Superior Grocers Collaborates with Local High School and Mural Artist to Renovate a Community Mural Covered in Graffiti
Superior Grocers Collaborates with Local High School and Mural Artist to Renovate a Community Mural Covered in Graffiti. A $10,000 College Scholarship will be Awarded to Wallis Annenberg High School in Los Angeles for Their Outstanding Community Efforts. - November 21, 2015 - Superior Grocers
Retirement Plan Advisors Welcomes Higher Education Client, Cairn University
Cairn University Adopts SponsorPlus. - November 21, 2015 - Retirement Plan Advisors
NSC Textiles Student Wins Award
Charelle Brown, a North Shropshire College (NSC) Textiles student has recently won an award and cash prize for her design work. She created a carnival inspired headdress that incorporated exotic feathers, flowers and butterflies in hot tropical colours. The headdress won the Student Bronze award at... - November 21, 2015 - North Shropshire College
Music Technology Course to Start at NSC in September 2016
A new music technology course will be starting at North Shropshire College (NSC) in September 2016, the course will be held at Shropshire Council’s ‘The Centre’ on Oak Street. The Centre is a My Place funded Youth Centre built only 3 years ago, it has a well-equipped Recording... - November 19, 2015 - North Shropshire College
Allied American University Donates $1000 to Veterans Programs with Team Sponsorship in 5K Run
31 Representatives from AAU Participated in the Fifth Annual National Veterans Day Run, Supporting Military Members and Veterans. - November 18, 2015 - Allied Business Schools
Gilbert Gordon, Ph.D., Inorganic Chemistry Named Man of the Year 2015 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Gilbert Gordon, Ph.D., Inorganic Chemistry of Oxford, Ohio has been named Man of the Year for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of education and chemistry. About Gilbert Gordon, Ph.D., Inorganic Chemistry Dr. - November 18, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
SANS Inc. SANSSpace™ LIVE Virtual Language Lab Enables More Flexible Language Learning
SANS Inc., Software and Network Solutions, has announced the introduction of SANSSpace™ LIVE, a live interactive virtual environment to support anytime, anywhere synchronous language learning. It will be highlighted this week at the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages... - November 17, 2015 - SANS Inc. Instructional Technology for Language Learning
Gilbert Gordon Inducted to Strathmore’s Who’s Who 2016 Honor Roll
Gilbert Gordon has been inducted to the 2016 Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honor Roll. This honor has been bestowed in recognition of his stellar achievements in Education, Water Research and Inorganic Chemistry. - November 17, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Swedish Firm with “Game-Changing” Innovation Technology Opens US Office
Demand drives Swedish Innovation Technology company, the Innovation360 Group, to open its first US Office in Washington DC. CEO Magnus Penker announced the opening of the Tysons Corner, VA office at executive meetings in Washington DC during a recent visit. The demand for measurable improvement in Innovation Acceleration and Achievement drives the decision to establish US Operations. The immediate goal is to functionally replicate the company’s HQ office in Stockholm as rapidly as possible. - November 14, 2015 - Innovation 360 Group
Four Broad Run Students Return from UCLA
Ashburn Teens volunteer for brain tumor research in Los Angeles to help UCLA, Cedars-Sinai and Children's Hospital Los Angeles. - November 12, 2015 - TBKF
CUE Announces Hadi Partovi as Keynote Speaker for 2016 National Conference
CUE confirmed that entrepreneur, co-founder and president of Code.org® Hadi Partovi will Keynote the CUE 2016 National Conference, March 17-19, in Palm Springs, California. Hadi Partovi will deliver the keynote address during Friday’s General Session on March 18, 2016, from 8:00 - 9:45... - November 11, 2015 - CUE
Andrew Baldwin – Veteran, Physician, Reality Star – to Speak at Oakland University
Dr. Baldwin will share his message of "Service Above Self" at 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 9, in OU's Varner Recital Hall. - November 07, 2015 - Oakland University
State Awards Oakland University with $380K Grant for Autism Spectrum Studies, Services
This grant, from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, is part of a statewide effort to better treat and understand autism spectrum disorder. - November 05, 2015 - Oakland University
New Access to HE Course Starting in January 2016 at NSC
In January 2016, a new Access to Higher Education (Access to HE) Health course will be starting at North Shropshire College’s (NSC) Oswestry Campus. The Access to HE Health course has been extremely popular at NSC, with many former students going on to University to study many different... - November 05, 2015 - North Shropshire College
Gilbert Gordon is Strathmore’s Who’s Who November 2015 Biography of the Month
Gilbert Gordon, of Oxford, Ohio, has been honored by Strathmore’s Who’s Who as the November 2015 Biography of the Month. - November 04, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Platt College Alumni Create Stunning 3D Effects for Blockbuster Film, The Walk
Three graduates of Platt College’s B.S. in Media Arts – 3D Animation program had the thrilling opportunity to create 3D effects for Robert Zemeckis’s new blockbuster film, The Walk. - November 03, 2015 - Platt College San Diego
Community Outreach Program - Penasquitos CA, with Police, Fire Fighters and Community Residents
PLC, SD Police Department, SD Fire Rescue PLC Entertainment Group is excited to announce the showing of its monthly, free Community Movie Night- a program designed to help our community begin a dialogue among family, friends, and neighbors. In addition to the free movie, free popcorn, and free ice cream sundaes, the Community Movie Night committee will host a joint event with the SD Police Department and SD Fire Department on Friday, November 20 from 5:30-8:30 pm. The featured movie is Sneekers. - November 03, 2015 - Penasquitos Lutheran Church
Stanbridge College Receives 2015 ACCSC Excellence in Student Services Award
Stanbridge College has received the 2015 Excellence in Student Services Award from the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). - October 31, 2015 - Stanbridge University
Stanbridge College Recognized as a 2015 ACCSC School of Excellence
Stanbridge College has been recognized as a 2014-2015 School of Excellence by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). The award is presented every five years during a school’s reaccreditation cycle. - October 31, 2015 - Stanbridge University
Oakland University Appoints Chief Operating Officer
Scott G. Kunselman will coordinate and facilitate leadership of university operations, except academic affairs, across campus. - October 31, 2015 - Oakland University
Birmingham City University Students Secure £34,000 Funding Through Idox
Birmingham City University has reported over £34,000 funding secured by its students via its subscription to Idox's Open 4 Learning funding service. - October 30, 2015 - IDOX
University Science Experiments Move Into "The Cloud"
A wide range of physical science experiments is now available in the cloud thanks to an innovative software company “Simulators for Teaching.” Students can enter a virtual laboratory without leaving their computer screens. - October 30, 2015 - Simulators for Teaching Ltd
BSC '60s Symposium Available via Pay-Per-View
Bismarck State College’s fourth major public symposium, “The ‘60s: Turmoil and Transformation" Nov. 3-5 will be available via pay-per-view. Speakers include Lawrence Wright, Gloria Steinem, Mark Lewisohn and more. The $79 pay-per-view registration provides access to all the daytime presentations except Lynn Novick on Vietnam. - October 29, 2015 - Bismarck State College
Megan Reilly-Cruz Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Megan Reilly-Cruz of Fairview Park, Ohio has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of counseling and education. About Megan Reilly-Cruz Ms. Reilly-Cruz is a Chemical... - October 29, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
IBMC College is Holding a Graduation Ceremony
IBMC College will hold a Graduation Ceremony at the Budweiser Event Center. - October 29, 2015 - IBMC College
"Natural, Relaxed & Beyond...Our Hair…Our Stories Hair Show”
Eta Nu Sigma is offering to the public a multicultural educational show that will highlight some of the newest and most advanced approach to the professional market in salon retailing, education, and distribution. Eta Nu Sigma Alumnae Chapter believes that professionalism and education are essential to the continued success and growth of the industry. - October 27, 2015 - Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated
Patricia A. Cleary Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Patricia A. Cleary of Arlington, Virginia has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Patricia A. Cleary Ms. Cleary has 50 years experience in the... - October 27, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide