College & University News
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Hamilton Named National E-Discovery Partner--Bryan University
Bryan University's Provost, Vice-Chancellor and Dean of Legal Services, William Hamilton, assumes the role of National E-Discovery Partner at Quarles & Brady LLP. - December 04, 2013 - Bryan University
Florida Company Launches a Revolution in College Tuition
Dr. Richard Bishirjian, president of EDUcourses, an Internet-based higher education company based in Gainesville, Florida, announced today plans to offer a two-year college education that costs less than $999. - December 03, 2013 - EDUcourses.net
Hill, Chesson & Woody Names Noemi Castrejon Bilingual Enrollment Specialist
Local Benefits Consulting Firm Adds New Hire to Assist Spanish-Speaking Clients with Enrollment Process. - November 29, 2013 - Hill, Chesson & Woody
William Peace University Hosts Fourth Annual Holiday Story Hour with Santa Saturday, Dec. 7
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Invites Children to Special Story Reading for the Holidays and a Visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus. - November 29, 2013 - William Peace University
American International College Meets New Massachusetts Standards for Improving Public Education
AIC has received approval for its graduate program in School Leadership. - November 28, 2013 - American International College
Harrison College’s RN to BSN Program Receives Prestigious National CCNE Accreditation
Private Sector College Earns Credentials from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) for Its 21-Month Registered Nurse to Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing Program - November 28, 2013 - HarrisonCollege
GoTop Assets and Education Fund of America Join Hands on EB-5 Investment Immigration Based on Charter Schools
GoTop Assets has developed a unique service model with the Education Fund of America for the EB5 investment immigration program. The service of GoTop includes US‐based professional consultancy of EB5 opportunities, and US-centric EB5 application management. The unique service model is best suited for individuals who are already in the US, such as foreign students and visitors. The service model also achieves "one-stop shopping" by integrating third-party services. - November 27, 2013 - GoTop Assets LLC
Albany Law School’s Government Law Center Launches Blog to Bolster Innovation and Entrepreneurship in New York
Albany Law School’s Government Law Center has launched the blog "Law, Innovation and Entrepreneurship" to enrich New York’s entrepreneurial ecosystem with informative, accessible posts on such topics as forming a business, intellectual property and trademarks. - November 27, 2013 - Albany Law School
Bryan University to Offer Information Systems Security and Assurance Degree
New program offered at Bryan University. Students can learn information technology skills that are in demand with current employers. - November 27, 2013 - Bryan University
Bryan University Announces Improvements to Diploma Program
Bryan University, Topeka Campus has just announced some improvements made to the diploma programs offered at the University. - November 27, 2013 - Bryan University
Bryan University Offering Online MBA Program
Bryan University (BU) is now enrolling for their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. The MBA program at BU is offered exclusively online, which may allow busy professional students increased flexibility. This program is structured to be completed in about a year. "The online... - November 27, 2013 - Bryan University
William Peace University Hosts Annual Community Moravian Lovefeast Service on Sunday, Dec. 8
Local Four-Year Baccalaureate University Invites Community Members to Attend Traditional Holiday Religious Event - November 27, 2013 - William Peace University
NC COIN and Shanahan Law Group to Offer Entrepreneurial Legal Series at Campbell Law School
Five-Session Series to Provide Entrepreneurs Basic Legal Information for Startups and Early Stage Business Ventures - November 27, 2013 - Campbell Law
Generation Y Learns What Thankfulness Means by Going "Outward Bound"
Generation Y is often criticized for being the least thankful, or most “entitled,” generation. This Gen Y group is proving what they're made of on the expedition of a lifetime with Outward Bound, sailing and serving the impoverished children living around the garbage dump in Guatemala City. - November 26, 2013 - Hurricane Island Outward Bound School
USARoomies.com (Online Rentals, LLC) a New Roommate Finder Launches
A newly developed members only website by the name of USA Roomies has been launched in order to connect roommates with others that have a room to rent, college housing, to organizations that double up people in a hotel room for a conference or training. It is a simple to use web portal that... - November 26, 2013 - USARoomies.com (Online Rentals, LLC)
A Moment of Inspiration with Nathalie Gosset During the General Session on Fri Nov. 22nd at the 24th Annual Career Technical Education (CTE) Fall Conference
Nathalie Gosset, EE, MS, MBA was the keynote speaker on Friday morning at the 24th Annual Career Technical Education Fall Conference in Ontario, CA and talked about the Jobs of the Future, a topic that weaved common themes with the focus of the conference on Connecting Common Core. The Common Core... - November 25, 2013 - Alfred Mann Institute at the University of Southern California
Central Michigan University and NIWH Partner to Study Unique Communication Skills for Physicians and Medical Professionals
In an effort to shift the growing problem of type 2 diabetes (T2DM) and improve doctor-patient communication, Central Michigan University has partnered with the National Institute of Whole Health to study NIWH’s hospital tested Behavioral Engagement with Pure Presence ™ (BEPP). This partnership is the result of doctoral research requirements of CMU’s graduate learner, Christie Clipper, a researcher and administrator in public health. - November 23, 2013 - National Institute of Whole Health
William Peace University Continues Speaker Series with Presentation by Korrel Kanoy, Ph.D., Dec. 7
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Features Professor Emerita of Psychology Discussing Children’s Emotional Intelligence - November 23, 2013 - William Peace University
Wake Education Partnership Releases Charter School Report as State Prepares to Release Next Round of Applicants
New Report Highlights Need to Bring Charter and Traditional Schools Together - November 23, 2013 - Wake Education
William Peace University Names Ryan Webb Office of Residence Life and Housing Area Coordinator
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Welcomes New Coordinator to Assist with Residence Life Affairs. - November 22, 2013 - William Peace University
St. Lawrence University a Leading Institution for Students Studying Abroad
Two-thirds of St. Lawrence students study abroad at some point during their time at the University, with more than 50 percent taking part in longer semester- or yearlong study abroad programs. - November 22, 2013 - St. Lawrence University
American College of Healthcare Sciences Promotes Oleg Maksimov, Ph.D., to Academic Dean
American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS), www.achs.edu, an accredited fully online holistic health education degree program college, announces the hiring of Oleg Maksimov, Ph.D. to Academic Dean. Maksimov will play a vital role in the growth of the College as he brings a wealth of experience... - November 21, 2013 - American College of Healthcare Sciences
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Announces New Grant Program with Appalachian Regional Commission
NACCE and ARC Will Boost Resources to Foster Entrepreneurship and Grow Local Economies in Appalachia - November 20, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Save Thousands in College Costs Through High School Tests
The HomeScholar released a new eBook about study tips your child can use to excel at college admission and scholarships. - November 20, 2013 - The HomeScholar
Castle Ink Introduces Recycling Scholarship for College-Bound Students
Students who are pursuing a higher education can win a $1,000 scholarship for college. The “paperless” scholarship will help deserving high school students who support recycling and are committed to green causes. - November 19, 2013 - Castle Ink
Director of IvySelect College Consulting Quoted on Early Admission Trends
Michael Goran, Director of IvySelect College Consulting, shares early admission insights with Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania and Northwestern University newspapers. - November 18, 2013 - IvySelect College Consulting
Peter J. Bittel Elected Chair of the AIC Board of Trustees
American International College in Springfield, Mass., has named Peter J. Bittel Chairman of the board of Trustees. - November 16, 2013 - American International College
Walford and North Shropshire College's Enterprise and Development Team Represents UK at Europe-Wide Renewable Energy Meeting
Phil Ridley and Liz Wilcox, Manager and Assistant Manager, of the Enterprise and Development department of Walford and North Shropshire College (WNSC) are to be involved in the development of a new Europe-wide, Renewable Energy, qualification. - November 15, 2013 - North Shropshire College
Walford and North Shropshire College Representative to Visit Zambia National Park
Students from Walford and North Shropshire College (WNSC) will soon be able to experience the thrill of being in the presence of wild animals in their natural habitats; animals they might otherwise never get the opportunity to see. Rupert Hill, Deputy Head of Faculty for Land Based Studies at WNSC, will be visiting the Kasanka National Park (KNP) in Zambia at the end of November this year. - November 14, 2013 - North Shropshire College
William Peace University Hosts New Production of The Mystery of Edwin Drood by Rupert Holmes
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Presents Production Directed by Jason Dula,WPU’s Associate Professor of Musical Theatre - November 14, 2013 - William Peace University
Florida Bible College to Reopen in Orlando
After several months of mutual discernment and prayer, the Board of Trustees of Florida Bible College and the Board of Elders of Circle Community Church in Orlando have entered into a covenant partnership that will allow the college to utilize the church facilities as its anchor campus. FBC... - November 14, 2013 - Florida Bible College
Free Service from IAM Cloud to Drive Academic Adoption of Microsoft’s Student Advantage Program
IAM Cloud launches free service to help academic institutions accelerate implementation of Microsoft’s Student Advantage Program. - November 13, 2013 - IAM Cloud
WK Dickson’s Award Winning Study Shows the Viability of Rainwater Harvesting in a Small NC Town
WK Dickson has received an Engineering Excellence Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of North Carolina for their work on the innovative Rainwater Harvesting project in Kernersville, North Carolina. - November 13, 2013 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.
100 Higher Educational Institutions Join 100,000 Strong in the Americas Initiative
110 grant applications were received from colleges and universities competing in the first Round of President Obama's signature education initiative for the Western Hemisphere, 100,000 Strong in the Americas. - November 13, 2013 - Partners of the Americas
CCP Releases Case Study Series Documenting How Military Training Applied as College Credits Saves Vets Time and Money in Pursuit of Their College Degree
College Credit Programs offers a patented process and technology platform that matches military and professional training to college credits honored at hundreds of regionally accredited colleges and universities and provides a degree plan with detailed cost breakdowns for programs to enable Vets to make their GI Bill benefits go further. - November 13, 2013 - College Credit Programs
William Peace University Continues Learn and Lunch Series with the Rev. Dr. R. Lee Carter on Nov. 13
William C. Bennett Chaplain to Explain How Timeless Myths and Stories Can Shape the Lives of Individuals - November 08, 2013 - William Peace University
Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Reintroduces Multi-University Campus: PASSHE Center City
There are new names and faces in Philadelphia. Residents of the greater Philadelphia region are being reintroduced to the Philadelphia Multi-University Center recently launched at the Mellon Independence Center at 8th and Market Streets. The Philadelphia Multi-University Center is now named PASSHE... - November 07, 2013 - PASSHE Center City
New Book Warns MBA Bubble is About to Burst
International marketing professional and MBA Mariana Zanetti explains the dangers of acquiring an MBA degree. - November 06, 2013 - Author Mariana Zanetti
Promoting Wellness is All in a Day’s Work: Trillium College’s Goal Setting Program Marks a Unique Career College Initiative
When people set and achieve their health and career goals, it helps them feel happier and contributes to stronger communities. With the creation of its Adventures of HR Running Girl blog and Goal Setting Program, Trillium College has taken a major step towards promoting wellness in its staff, students—and the community at large. - November 04, 2013 - Trillium College
William Peace University Presents the South Carolina Broadcasters Harmonic Trio Thursday, Nov. 7
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Welcomes Harmonic Trio Featuring Current Student as Part of the 2013-2014 Performing Arts Season - November 02, 2013 - William Peace University
9.9 SOC and International Center for Journalists Launch India's First Fellowship Course in Video Storytelling
All selected participants receive full scholarship; Online course available in English and Hindi versions; English program to be taught by Emmy Award-winning journalist. - November 02, 2013 - 9.9 School of Communication
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Announces Winners of National Student Competitions
Community college students won cash awards in national competitions run by the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship. - November 01, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
HIU Named as a Top Military Friendly University by Military Advanced Education
Hope International University will be in MAE’s 2014 Guide to Military-Friendly school. - November 01, 2013 - Hope International University
American International College Earns National Certification for Tutoring and Writing Programs
Students at American International College in Springfield, Mass., will benefit from two newly certified programs. The AIC Tutoring Program and the Writing Center have received International Tutor Training Program Certification from the College Reading & Learning Association (CRLA-ITTP). Lesley... - November 01, 2013 - American International College
Susan M. Miovech, Ph.D., RNC-OB Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Susan M. Miovech, Ph.D., RNC-OB of Highlands Ranch, Colorado has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of nursing education. About Susan M. Miovech, Ph.D., RNC-OB Dr. Miovech has over 44 years... - October 30, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
From Apprentice to Assistant Manager at Walford and North Shropshire College
A Walford and North Shropshire College (WNSC) Equine Apprentice has been appointed as Assistant Yard Manager at the Walford Campus of the College. - October 30, 2013 - North Shropshire College
Florida Bible College on the Path to Reopen
The restart of FBC has been the dream of many of its alumni for quite some time. For some, recreating the FBC they knew and loved in Miami or Hollywood or Kissimmee is what they envision. For some alumni, the establishment of a culturally-relevant, mission-driven school that will not outwardly look like any of its previous iterations is what they see. For all alumni, the wait has been difficult; but finally, the dream is becoming a reality. - October 27, 2013 - Florida Bible College
Florida Bible College - the Groundwork is Well Underway
The groundwork for the formal restart of Florida Bible College is well underway. Not nearly as dramatic or exciting as some of the significant revelations that will be made in the weeks to come, such as the announcement of the location of the anchor campus, or the introduction of the President and... - October 27, 2013 - Florida Bible College
American International College Professor Turns Old Computers Into Art
Art instructor Laurie Montefusco took the assortment of mother boards, parts of clunky scanners, and hard drives, and created a unique permanent art installation. - October 27, 2013 - American International College
Champlain College Named National Center of Excellence for Digital Forensics
First Private Institution and First in the Northeast to Receive CDFAE Recognition - October 26, 2013 - Champlain College