College & University News
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EQUIS: Re-Accreditation for the Maximum Period of Five Years for Grenoble Ecole De Management
EQUIS, the international system of quality assessment, improvement and accreditation of higher education institutions in management and business administration, has re-accredited Grenoble Ecole de Management (GEM) for 5 years, the maximum time period for which EQUIS issues re-accreditation. - October 04, 2013 - Grenoble Ecole de Management
TwinXL.com Launches New 100% Cotton Jersey Sheet Collection
The leading supplier of college dorm bedding continues to expand their wide collection of bedding in the hard to find extra long size. - October 03, 2013 - TwinXL.com
Capita Conference Announce Details of Their Student Retention in Higher Education Event - 6th Nov 2013
Our Student Retention in Higher Education Conference investigates the impact of changes to funding arrangements on student retention and ways to reduce drop-outs. - October 03, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Announcing the Launch of RESEARCHconnect
Idox Information Solutions is pleased to introduce its latest funding solution –RESEARCHconnect – offering the latest research funding information to the UK research community. - October 03, 2013 - IDOX
Center for Executive Excellence Announces Opening of New Office in Phoenix, AZ and the Addition of a New Senior Research Fellow
New location and addition of Dr. Chad Bogosian as Senior Research Fellow expands the geographical reach and enriches the scope of service offerings. - October 02, 2013 - Center for Executive Excellence
William Peace University Names Kiara F. Allison Area Coordinator of Residence Life and Housing
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Welcomes Allison to Oversee Three On-Campus Residence Halls. - October 02, 2013 - William Peace University
SANS Congratulates Chester Technical Services on Friend of FLAVA Award
Chester Technical Services (CTS), a reseller of SANS and Sony language lab technology, has been chosen as the recipient of an annual award from the Foreign Language Association of Virginia (FLAVA). The Friend of FLAVA award, presented during the group's annual conference, recognizes individuals and institutions that have made a significant contribution in building a strong foundation of support for foreign language education. - October 01, 2013 - SANS Inc. Instructional Technology for Language Learning
United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship Links Students with Leading Mentors, Tools, and Prizes via New Startup Competition "USASBE Launch!"
USASBE Launch! (www.usasbelaunch.org) is a student startup competition, open to any student from any discipline from any school anywhere in the world. World class tools and industry-leading mentors are coming together to bridge the the gap between an idea and a feasible business opportunity. - September 30, 2013 - USASBE Launch
Itransition Teams Up with Minsk Tech College
Software Development Company Itransition Teams Up with Minsk Tech College to Continue Its Social Responsibility Program of Educating New IT Staff - September 28, 2013 - Itransition
Campbell Law Announces Scholarship for Veterans
Law School Honors Military Veterans with Honoratos Emeritus Scholarship. - September 28, 2013 - Campbell Law
Rodney Harris Joins Harrison College’s Corporate Partnerships Division
Private Sector College Expands Its Corporate Partnerships Division with New Hire Focusing on Partnership Development. - September 27, 2013 - HarrisonCollege
CEE Applauds Alumni for Receiving Barry Goldwater Scholarship Awards
The Center's Research Science Institute (RSI) and USA Biology Olympiad (USABO) alumni are recipients of the premier undergraduate Goldwater Scholarship - September 27, 2013 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
Canadian Center of Science and Education: How to Get Your Journal Article Published
The Canadian Center of Science and Education offers tips and tools for anyone interested in getting a journal article published. - September 26, 2013 - The Canadian Center of Science and Education
William Peace University Names Jeff Gonza as Sports Information Director
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Welcomes Director as Sports Media Liaison. - September 26, 2013 - William Peace University
College Idea Pitch Competition
The Newest College Sport. www.collegeideapitch.com Announcing the College Idea Pitch Competition. This inaugural national event is open to all registered college students in the USA. Great Ideas Welcome. - September 25, 2013 - Today's Contest
Science Celebrity Geoff Notkin Kicks Off Fall Season with New TV Show
It doesn’t feel like autumn in much of Arizona, but the unrelenting heat hasn’t deterred intrepid TV host and adventurer Geoff Notkin from filming his exciting new TV series, STEM Journals at locations throughout the state. Set to debut its second season on Sunday, October 20 on Cox 7... - September 25, 2013 - Aerolite Meteorites, LLC
American International College Named to the 2014 List of Military Friendly Schools
American International College in Springfield has been named to the 2014 list of Military Friendly Schools. The list honors the top 20 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools in the country that are doing the most to embrace America’s military service members, veterans, and... - September 25, 2013 - American International College
KPI Partners Recognized with Prestigious Oracle Excellence Awards for Specialized Partner of the Year – North America in Business Intelligence & Education
Oracle Recognizes KPI’s Expertise in Delivering Specialized Solutions - September 23, 2013 - KPI Partners
New Homeschool Book Helps Beat the College Essay Blues
The Homescholar’s new ebook, “College Application Essays - A Primer for Parents” is written especially for these anxious parents, and for the next three days, it’s free on Amazon! - September 22, 2013 - The HomeScholar
Damnation Books and Eternal Press Celebrate a Busy Month at the Sonoma County Book Festival
Damnation Books has had a busy month. 15 new titles released earlier and the celebration continues as Damnation Books/Eternal Press participate in the Sonoma County Book Festival. Rain or shine, Damnation Books/Eternal Press will have an outdoor exhibit at the 2013 Sonoma County Book Festival,... - September 21, 2013 - Caliburn Press LLC
Savingforcollege.com Covers College Savings Month Promotions from Across the Country
September is a month widely recognized as College Savings Month, and is used by many states as a time to offer giveaways and host educational events to increase awareness and participation in their 529 college savings programs. - September 20, 2013 - Savingforcollege.com LLC
William Peace University Names Dr. Elizabeth Kusko as Visiting Assistant Professor
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Welcomes Political Science Instructor with Three Years of Professional Experience. - September 20, 2013 - William Peace University
Harrison College Expands Corporate Partnerships Division with Hiring of Ricardo Martin
Private Sector College Expands Partnership Development Outreach with the Hiring of Experienced Business Development Professional - September 19, 2013 - HarrisonCollege
Second Annual Ken Konesco - Harrison College Scholarship Foundation Golf Outing to be Held on Sept. 19
Private Sector College Scholarship Foundation Announces Golf Outing with Proceeds Going Toward Creating Scholarship Opportunities for Students - September 19, 2013 - HarrisonCollege
The Board of Trustees Announce That The National Judicial College Has Selected a New President
The Honorable Chad Schmucker of Michigan has been selected to be the College's 8th President. - September 18, 2013 - National Judicial College
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Enhances Dialogue on E-learning at Community Colleges with HP
New collaboration between NACCE and HP explores how community colleges are using technology and online learning to foster entrepreneurship and grow local economies. - September 17, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $6,500 Grant to Purdue University for Flight-Training Program
Combat-wounded veteran to attend seven-week academy at no cost. - September 17, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Rollins MBA Awards Fall 2013 “Gene Apelado Scholarship” Winner
The Crummer Graduate School of Business awarded Gabriela Chassagne a “Gene Apelado Scholarship” to subsidize her continued study of sustainable development. Ms. Chassagne plans to use the money to travel to Bogota, Colombia in October with a class studying doing business in emerging... - September 13, 2013 - Rollins College Department of Business
William Peace University Opens 2013-2014 Lunch and Learn Series Season with Vincent Melomo, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Anthropology to Discuss Recent Archeological Research At Fort Caswell on Sept. 18 - September 08, 2013 - William Peace University
William Peace University Names Dr. Cindy Gnadinger as Vice President for Academic Affairs
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Welcomes New Academic Administrator With More Than 19 Years Experience. - September 07, 2013 - William Peace University
Top South African Companies Looking to Hire at Career Indaba in Cape Town Next Week
Thousands of school leavers, learners and students are expected at the Career Indaba in Cape Town next week where some of the top companies in the country, including South African Airways, Amazon, Food Lovers Market, PIC, Transnet, Cape Nature, Peninsula Beverage Company and MINTEK are looking to... - September 07, 2013 - Career Indaba
Leading Bangkok IELTS Institute Celebrates Sixth Anniversary with IELTS Course Scholarships
Bangkok’s leading IELTS institute celebrates the completion of its sixth successful year by offering scholarships for courses designed to help Thai IELTS candidates achieve the test scores they need. - September 06, 2013 - Prinncipal
American Golf Association Announced an All New Fundraiser Program to Benefit Fraternities and Sororities
The American Golf Association (AGA) has developed a new fundraiser program that helps fraternities and sororities raise funds for their organizations. The program leverages social media including Facebook, LinkedIn, internet radio, and websites to build a reoccurring revenue stream to the organization. - September 06, 2013 - American Golf Association
James R. Hillger Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
James R. Hillger of Tallahassee, Florida has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of university athletics. About James R. Hillger Mr. Hillger is the Maintenance Coordinator for the Seminole... - September 05, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
William Peace University Hosts Concert Performance by Abyss and UpRite Lions on Sept. 19
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Welcomes Spoken Word Artist and Hip-Hop Vocalist for Fall Concert and Comedy Series - September 05, 2013 - William Peace University
StoryAlity Theory Scientifically Predicts a "Hit Movie" in January 2014
StoryAlity Theory, a new scientific theory of film virality, predicts that in in January 2014 a new motion picture will enter the list of the Top 20 RoI (Return On Investment) films of all time. See The Numbers (http://www.the-numbers.com/movies/records/budgets.php) for the Top 20 RoI Films List, and see the StoryAlity website (http://StoryAlity.wordpress.com/) for specific details of the scientific prediction of the anticipated 2014 film. - September 01, 2013 - StoryAlity
WABC-TV New York, NY Contribute to a Child’s College Fund Online
GradSave gives parents the tools to crowd-fund their child’s college education. - August 30, 2013 - GradSave
Academics Aren’t Enough
The Homescholar comes out with new Kindle book to helps parents find the perfect balance between academics and life skills. - August 30, 2013 - The HomeScholar
Lisa Young Joins Harrison College’s Corporate Partnerships Division as Traffic Coordinator
Private Sector College Expands Its Corporate Partnerships Division with New Hire - August 30, 2013 - HarrisonCollege
Spotlight on Community Mission: HiP Sponsors WAMC Northeast Public Radio
HiP expands its community mission beyond professional organizations into the public radio, the YMCA, United Way, La Salle Soccer and other causes. - August 29, 2013 - H-I-P (High-Impact-Prospecting, LLC)
Savingforcollege.com Releases Q2 529 Plan Performance Rankings
529 plans from District of Columbia, Alaska, and Nevada garnered top spots in Savingforcollege.com’s Quarterly 529 Plan Performance rankings for investment performance through June 30, 2013. - August 28, 2013 - Savingforcollege.com LLC
Education Online Services Corporation and Southern University Baton Rouge Announce Launch of New Online Degree Program: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Southern University Baton Rouge Announces Launch of Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Online Degree Program in collaboration with Education Online Services Corporation. - August 27, 2013 - Education Online Services Corp
Congenital Amputee Athlete Kyle Maynard Inspires Stanbridge College Graduates
Two-time ESPY Award Winner and quadruple congenital amputee, Kyle Maynard, presented at the Stanbridge College 2013 Commencement Exercises inspiring graduates and guests with a lifetime of achievement. - August 26, 2013 - Stanbridge University
William Peace University Singers to Perform at North Chapel Hill Baptist Church on Aug. 25
Vocal Group of Four-Year Baccalaureate University to Sing a Wide Repertoire of Sacred Music at Worship Service - August 25, 2013 - William Peace University
Champlain College’s Jayson Boyers Named to Burlington City Arts Board of Directors
Private Baccalaureate Institution’s Managing Director of the Division of Continuing Professional Studies Joins Board as an Experienced Business and Community Leader to Promote Arts - August 25, 2013 - Champlain College
Rev It Up Reading Submits Programming Proposal for South by Southwest Educators Conference
Become the BEST Reader You Can Be Workshop is Available for Voting - August 24, 2013 - Rev It Up Reading
William Peace University Donates $10,000 to Raleigh City Cemeteries Preservation, Inc
Donation to Help Restore Grave Markers of Institute’s Founder, William Peace, and His Family as Part of Group’s Conservation Work. - August 24, 2013 - William Peace University
Harrison College Sponsors Indianapolis Hotel Symposium Aug. 27
Corporate Partnerships Division of Harrison College Supports Future Growth of Indianapolis with Sponsorship of 6th Annual Hotel Symposium - August 24, 2013 - HarrisonCollege
Occupational Therapy Professor Promotes Academics Through Social Media
Allison Sullivan an assistant professor of Occupational Therapy at American International College in Springfield, was part of an international group of academics and therapists presenting a poster at the 2013 25th National Occupational Therapy Australia Conference in Adelaide, Australia. - August 23, 2013 - American International College
Campbell Law, Divinity School Announce Dual Degree
JD/MDiv Degree Program to Begin in Fall 2013. - August 23, 2013 - Campbell Law