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SUNY Community College President Expects Substantial Change to Current Procurement Practices
Suffolk County Community College, the largest community college in the SUNY (State University of New York) system and Unimarket, an innovator in e-procurement and spend management solutions for higher education, have signed an agreement to implement Unimarket's full suite of solutions, with integration to Suffolk’s "Banner by Ellucian" finance system. - July 10, 2015 - Unimarket
Robert G. McLean, Ph.D. Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Robert G. McLean, Ph.D. of Fort Collins, Colorado has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of education and research. About Robert G. McLean, Ph.D. Dr. McLean is an Independent Consultant and... - July 09, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Stanbridge College Ranked No. 15 in the Nation for Online Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program
Stanbridge College’s CCNE accredited RN to BSN Degree Completion program was top ranked in California, and fifteenth overall in the United States on the list of Best Online RN-BSN Colleges of 2015. - July 09, 2015 - Stanbridge University
NSC Holds Art Workshop at Primary School
The Art Department at North Shropshire College (NSC) delivered an experimental drawing workshop to Class 5 of St John the Baptist Primary School in Ruyton XI Towns this week. Pupils were given the opportunity to explore drawing techniques and materials through the workshops theme: Liverpool. The... - July 08, 2015 - North Shropshire College
New Bookkeeping Course at NSC Launches in September
A new Computerised Bookkeeping course is starting at North Shropshire College’s (NSC) Oswestry Campus, if you’re interested in learning a new skill and taking more control over your business finances or looking for a way into further accountancy qualifications then this course is for... - July 08, 2015 - North Shropshire College
ADVANCETECH International Associates with DarbyTech Training Equipment Inc.
ADVANCETECH International announced today its association with DarbyTech a leading global supplier of process operations training equipment which is recognized around the world as the industry standard. “We are proud to be associated with DarbyTech as a Distribution partner in India. - July 08, 2015 - ADVANCETECH Controls Pvt. Ltd.
First Polish University to Use Beacons – University of Lodz and Linteri Have Just Launched the Smartuni Project
The University of Lodz with the help of Linteri have just presented SmartUni – an innovative project using microlocalisation in the beacons technology. The mobile application is designed for applicants and students. It presents the University’s offer of studies, promotes extracurricular activities, and simplifies movement around the University’s facilities. - July 06, 2015 - Linteri
Former NSC Student Speaks to ASD Students
A former North Shropshire College (NSC) student has visited the College recently and spoken to a small group of current students who have learning difficulties (ASD). Danielle Jones, who now studies at Chester University, came into the College to have an informal chat with a small group about... - July 04, 2015 - North Shropshire College
d’Oliveira & Associates 2015 Annual College Scholarship Contest
d’Oliveira & Associates $1,000 college scholarship application deadline is July 30, 2015. - July 03, 2015 - d'Oliveira & Associates
Perfekt Digital Pathology to Supply Collibio Digital Pathology Software to RCPAQAP
Collibio digital pathology software to be used by RCPAQAP. - July 03, 2015 - Pixcelldata Ltd
NSC Sports Students Sample Tai Chi and Yoga
Sport students from North Shropshire College’s (NSC) Oswestry Campus took part in a Tai Chi and Yoga session at the British Ironworks Centre in Oswestry; the session also included staff from the British Ironworks. The session was taken by Marica Sarcina, an instructor in Yoga, Pilates and Tai... - July 03, 2015 - North Shropshire College
NSC Students Visit Glyndŵr University
Students completing their Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in IT from the Oswestry Campus of North Shropshire College (NSC) and their lecturer, Colin Taylor, visited the Department of Computing of Glyndŵr University in Wrexham. The group visited the University to see what options are available in... - July 03, 2015 - North Shropshire College
RIF Institute Announces Fall Weekend Seminar in Chicago for Working Adults
Save the Date for an Intellectually Stimulating Week Exploring the World’s Greatest Ideas. - July 02, 2015 - Reason, Individualism, Freedom Institute
Rekortan Chosen for Running Track Renovation at University of Pennsylvania’s Franklin Field
Rekortan brand track material, “the Fast Track” made by Harmony, PA based Applied Polymer Technology was chosen by the University of Pennsylvania for its famous Franklin Field track. The track is home to the Penn Relay event each spring. Rekortan has been the official track material of the university and Penn Relays since 1987. - July 01, 2015 - Advanced Polymer Technology
Stanbridge College Students, Faculty and Staff Raise $3,972.01 for Nepal Earthquake Relief
Stanbridge College raised $3,972.01 to aid victims of the recent earthquakes in Nepal, in partnership with the relief efforts of ShelterBox and Steps of Hope Outreach. - July 01, 2015 - Stanbridge University
New Survey Finds Higher-Ed Faculty Acceptance of Technology-Enhanced Instruction to be on the Rise But with Challenges Still to be Met
Computers in the classroom are commonplace and have proven successful when it comes to improving student learning. Link-Systems International, Inc. surveys higher-ed faculty to shed a light on the blended classroom movement and how it is received. - July 01, 2015 - Link-Systems International
SACAC Calls Admissions for "Diploma in Creative Photography"
After the successful course of diploma in creative photography of their batch of 2014, Sri Aurobindo Centre for Arts and Communication, has started its admission process for the year 2015. The one year professional photography course would introduce students to the technical needs of creative... - July 01, 2015 - Sri Aurobindo Centre for Arts & Communication
SACAC calls Admissions for "PG Diploma Courses in Advertising & PR"
Sri Aurobindo Centre for Arts and Communication has commenced the registration for 'PG diploma in advertising and public relations with digital marketing,' for the year 2015. Regular classes for 1 year post-graduation course will begin in the month of August. The public relation course is designed... - July 01, 2015 - Sri Aurobindo Centre for Arts & Communication
North Shropshire College Holds Annual Awards Evening
North Shropshire College (NSC) held its annual awards ceremony at the Oswestry Campus recently; the awards celebrated students who have made the largest contribution to the College, the community and have achieved the most in their chosen subject area. The ceremony was attended by guests of honour... - July 01, 2015 - North Shropshire College
Government Says Don’t Teach Coeds Techniques Proven to Slash Date Rapes, Says Professor John Banzhaf
A New Study in the New England Journal of Medicine Suggests Why Many Campus Date Rapes Occur, and Provides a Simple Way to Slash the Number, but the Federal Government and Others Object Because Women Might Somehow be Blamed. - June 29, 2015 - Public Interest Law Professor John Banzhaf
IBMC College Held a Chamber of Commerce Red Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
The Fort Collins campus of IBMC College held a Chamber of Commerce Red Ribbon Cutting Ceremony this morning in celebration of the Fort Collins Student Beauty Services Clinic now offering a full range of hair, skin and nail services to its clients. IBMC College hosted (35-45?) Fort Collins Chamber... - June 28, 2015 - IBMC College
EDTRIN Forms Exclusive Agreement with UPMHoldings for Development of Virtual College
EDTRIN Group Ltd (EDTRIN) (NSX: ETG) has signed an exclusive agreement with UPMHoldings, a company wholly owned by Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), to enhance the job readiness and employment potential of its graduates. - June 28, 2015 - EDTRIN
Robert C. Walkup Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Robert C. Walkup of West Lafayette, Indiana has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Robert C. Walkup Mr. Walkup is currently retired after spending 25 years in the education... - June 27, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Italian Brothers Visit North Shropshire College
Roberto and Alessandro Tibaldi have spent 12 days in Shropshire with their host, North Shropshire College (NSC) Governor, Graham Casson. Part of their stay involved two days of sampling lessons at the College, getting a flavour of a very different education system in comparison to their own. - June 27, 2015 - North Shropshire College
Choose2Matter, Inc. Announces Collaboration to Bring Authentic, Passion-driven Learning to Classrooms.
Choose2Matter announces that it is collaborating with Microsoft to bring authentic, passion-driven learning to classrooms and communities around the world. Microsoft will be the charter sponsor of Liberating Genius in the Classroom, a free e-book, authored by Angela Maiers that will guide teachers through the introduction of Genius Hour. It will also sponsor four Choose2Matter LIVE events in the 2015-16 school year. - June 26, 2015 - Choose2Matter
North Shropshire College’s Art Show Comes to a Close
Art students from North Shropshire College (NSC) have displayed their art work for the final time in an exhibition at NSC’s Oswestry Campus; the exhibition gave them the chance to show off their artwork to staff, students and visiting members of the public. Art and Design Lecturer, Kate... - June 26, 2015 - North Shropshire College
NSC Independent Living Skills Hold Bird Box Build-Off Competition
The Work and Independent Living Skills Department at North Shropshire College’s Walford Campus recently held a Bird Box Build-Off Competition; the competition involves building a bird box to a required standard using pre-cut pieces of timber and a range of hand tools. The first competition... - June 26, 2015 - North Shropshire College
Link-Systems International Launches a Tutor Referral Product Aimed at Increasing Retention and Graduation Rates
Link-Systems International announced today the launch of Refer-Tutor-Report (RTR), a highly-focused online learning management application that has been expressly designed to help higher-ed institutions increase the retention and graduation rates of at-risk students. - June 25, 2015 - Link-Systems International
William Peace University Launches New Academic Program Geared Toward College Transfer Students and Working Adults
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Now Offering Classes Virtually Around the Clock through New FLEX (FLX) Program. - June 25, 2015 - William Peace University
North Shropshire College Travel and Tourism Students Visit Barcelona
Ten Level 3 Travel and Tourism students and ten Level 3 Sport students from North Shropshire College’s (NSC) Oswestry Campus recently visited Barcelona on a trip funded by the Lifelong Learning Project. The trip to Barcelona forms part of the Level 3 Travel and Tourism course, where Travel... - June 24, 2015 - North Shropshire College
IBMC College and Colorado Christian University Reach a Professional Education Partnership Agreement
The employees of IBMC College will receive a 10% tuition discount at CCU when enrolling in campus-based or online learning programs. - June 24, 2015 - IBMC College
Study Proves, to Slash Rapes, Treat Women as Adults, Says Prof Banzhaf
When College Women Know How to Simply Say "No," Rapes Plummet, He Notes. - June 22, 2015 - Public Interest Law Professor John Banzhaf
St. Lawrence University to Collaborate with Brookings Institution
St. Lawrence University faculty and students will have an exclusive opportunity to work with the Brookings Institution and participate in policy discussions focused on Africa security issues. - June 19, 2015 - St. Lawrence University
North Shropshire College to Start Veterinary Care Assistants Qualification at Walford and Shipley Campuses
North Shropshire College (NSC) will be starting a Level 2 Veterinary Care Assistants qualification at its Walford and Shipley Campuses this September. The new qualification is a ‘hands-on’ course and introduces the principles of Veterinary Care and will enable students to gain the... - June 19, 2015 - North Shropshire College
Agricultural Professionals Visit Italy with North Shropshire College and the Life Long Learning Project
Eighteen agricultural professionals from across the UK have recently visited the Tuscan Region of Italy. The participants visited farming and food production sites across Tuscany and met a diverse array of agricultural entrepreneurs, farmers, fishermen and smallholders in Tuscan agriculture. The... - June 18, 2015 - North Shropshire College
Margaret "Peg" Tracey Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Margaret “Peg” Tracey of San Bernardino, California has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Educators for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Margaret “Peg” Tracey Ms. - June 17, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Despite New Major Survey, Govt. is Not Doing Enough to Prevent Campus Sexual Assaults, Claims Prof. John Banzhaf
It’s Letting PC Concerns Over Blaming the Victim Waste Taxpayer Dollars and Ruin Lives, Says Professor John Banzhaf, Noting the Lack of Similar Concerns About Warnings Concerning Everything From Leaving Bicycles Unlocked to Leaving Young Children in Locked Cars During the Summer. - June 17, 2015 - Public Interest Law Professor John Banzhaf
William Peace University Continues Trend of High Employment/Graduate School Placement Rate for Recent Graduates
For Second Consecutive Year, Four-Year Baccalaureate Finds 97 Percent Employment/Graduate School Placement Rate for Graduates. - June 17, 2015 - William Peace University
North Shropshire College Collaborate with Cambrian Heritage Railways in Commemoration Events
North Shropshire College (NSC) Art Lecturer, Kate Smallwood, recently met with Andrew Tullo from Cambrian Heritage Railways (CHR) to discuss how the 53 ceramic poppies, which were made by NSC Art students in remembrance of each soldier from the historic Cambrian Railway Company who died during the... - June 14, 2015 - North Shropshire College
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Janet L. Mitchell
Janet L. Mitchell of Glendora, California, has recently been recognized as a 2015 Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of English Composition and Linguistics. - June 12, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
North Shropshire College Recruiting New Outdoor Adventure Sports Students
North Shropshire College (NSC) is looking for new students who want to take on the challenge of the Level 2 qualification in Outdoor Adventure Sport. The qualification is available at NSC’s Walford Campus and is perfect for anyone who is interested in the outdoors, is active and fit, has... - June 12, 2015 - North Shropshire College
National Foundation for Marine Sciences Awards 2015 Seafarer Marine Science Scholarships
The National Foundation for Marine Sciences has announced today that it has awarded the Seafarer Marine Science Scholarships for 2015. The Scholarships have been awarded to graduating high school seniors who will be pursuing careers in marine science and related fields. This year's recipients are... - June 11, 2015 - Custer Institute, Inc.
Honored Lifetime Member of America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals, Gilbert Gordon, Has Been Selected as Professional of the Year 2016
Professor Gilbert Gordon of Oxford, Ohio has been recognized as Professional of the Year 2016 for his accomplishments and achievements in the fields of Water Research and Inorganic Chemistry by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals. - June 11, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Chancellor Upshaw Awarded Highest Civilian Honor in State of South Carolina
University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) Chancellor Jane T. Upshaw was awarded the Order of the Palmetto – the State of South Carolina’s highest civilian honor for recognition of extraordinary work and dedication to the citizens of South Carolina. Selected by Governor Haley, the... - June 11, 2015 - University of South Carolina Beaufort
Janet L. Mitchell Has Recently Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals has recognized Janet L. Mitchell for her accomplishments in the field of English Composition and Linguistics. Based on her achievements, she has been selected as Professional of the Year 2015. - June 10, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Turner Appointed as University Chairman
Jonathan Turner has been named Chairman of Northern California University. - June 10, 2015 - Bayshore Trust
Two Majors Added to Academic Program at Pillar College
The Board of Trustees of Pillar College is pleased to announce that two new majors have been added to the degree program at Pillar College. In their regular monthly meeting on June 1, 2015, The New Jersey President’s Council unanimously adopted a resolution authorizing Pillar College to... - June 10, 2015 - Pillar College
North Shropshire College to Hold Family Festival
The Oswestry Campus of North Shropshire College (NSC) will be holding its Family Festival on Sunday 12th July, there will be many different activities on offer from the various subject areas of the College such as meeting Walford’s exotic reptiles; an Art Exhibition and Hair and Beauty Pamper... - June 10, 2015 - North Shropshire College
Unbound Medicine and the American Public Health Association Extend Partnership with Release of Control of Communicable Diseases Manual App
Unbound Medicine, a leader in knowledge management solutions for healthcare, and the American Public Health Association (APHA), the most diverse organization of public health professionals in the world, today announced the release of the latest edition of Control of Communicable Diseases Manual for Mobile Devices and the Web. - June 09, 2015 - Unbound Medicine
SideGuide Brings the College Campus Tour to the Palm of Your Hand
SideGuide, a new iPhone app, launched this week allowing prospective students to tour college campuses easily with their phone both on-campus using GPS and off campus using the virtual mode. - June 08, 2015 - SideGuide