College & University News
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New King Graduate School Master’s Program Boosts Upward Mobility in Hospitality
The Monroe College King Graduate School introduces a Master of Science program in Executive Leadership in Hospitality Management. - April 27, 2013 - Monroe College
The King Graduate School’s New Master of Public Health Program: Making a Difference for Yourself… and the World
The Monroe College King Graduate School Introduces a Master of Public Health program. - April 27, 2013 - Monroe College
Exoconsciousness: Rebecca Hardcastle Wright Teaches UFO Class
The International Metaphysical University offers an online, UFO class taught by Exoconsciousness expert Rebecca Hardcastle Wright, PhD. - April 26, 2013 - International Metaphysical University
Joe Diaz Joins Harrison College as Director of Corporate Learning and Operations
Private Sector College Welcomes New Director of Corporate Learning and Operations with More Than 12 Years Experience. - April 26, 2013 - HarrisonCollege
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Names NACCE Leadership Fellows
John Liddy and Doan Winkel receive one-year fellows from NACCE. - April 25, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
The American College of Greece Embarks on Ambitious 4-Year Plan of Investment in Academics and Financial Aid
In the midst of a severe financial crisis affecting many Greek families, The American College of Greece, Europe’s oldest and largest American educational institution, is in the process of increasing dramatically the resources it dedicates to scholarships and financial aid for students, as well as to academic innovation and excellence. - April 25, 2013 - The American College of Greece
The University of Missouri Receives Largest Gift Ever of Ancient and Modern Chinese Books
The University of Missouri Receives Largest Gift Ever of Ancient and Modern Chinese Books - April 25, 2013 - University of Missouri
Startup Launches That Takes the Sitting Out of Studying with Flashcards Designed for Movement
RunGRE enables students to learn GRE vocabulary while exercising. - April 25, 2013 - RunGRE
Campbell Law School Wins N.C. Bar Feeding Frenzy Food Drive Competition
Law School Collects 6,500 Pounds of Food, Surpassing Donations from All Other State Law Schools. - April 24, 2013 - Campbell Law
Unitec Partners with Catch Software
Catch Software, a leading provider of test management software and services, today announced an agreement with Unitec Institute of Technology, an Auckland-based tertiary provider, to bring Enterprise Tester to their computing department. As the only tertiary provider in New Zealand with dedicated... - April 22, 2013 - Catch Software
William Peace University to Freeze Housing and Board for 2013-2014 Academic Year
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Announces No Increase in Tuition, Housing and Board as Part of Its Ongoing Effort to Promote Affordable Access to Higher Education. - April 20, 2013 - William Peace University
Harrison College’s Neil Stanley Discusses ICD-10 Medical Coding Transition
Regional President of Corporate Partnerships Provides Insight on New ICD-10 Medical Coding Training Curriculum. - April 19, 2013 - HarrisonCollege
LSI Launches MyAcademicWorkshop™ Adaptive Mathematics Placement Exam
MyAcademicWorkshop rapidly places students into or out of developmental mathematics courses with its student-friendly assessment system. - April 18, 2013 - Link-Systems International, Inc.
Three Rivers Systems Degree Audit Features on Display at Annual Meeting of College Registrars, Admissions Officers
With recruitment costs averaging $2,300 a student and heading higher, higher education leaders need better tools like CAMS Enterprise’s Degree Audit and Business Analytics to meet retention-rate and reporting demands. - April 17, 2013 - Three Rivers Systems Inc.
University of Houston Hispanic Studies Chair Receives Fulbright Grant
Anadeli Bencomo to Research Journalism on Narco-Violence in Mexico. - April 14, 2013 - University of Houston
William Peace University Launches Newly Renovated Website
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Redesigns Website to Better Engage and Reach Current and Prospective Students and Alumni - April 14, 2013 - William Peace University
Custom College Visits Announces Partnership with Frosch Travel
Custom College Visits, a company that offers tailor-made campus tour itineraries for college-bound students and their families, today announced that it has entered into a partnership with Frosch Travel (FROSCH), one of the leading travel management companies in the U.S. This new partnership will... - April 12, 2013 - Custom College Visits
CardFlex News: Prepaid Campus Debit Cards Benefit Both Schools and Students
Prepaid campus debit cards are the best all-in-one solution for colleges, students, and parents, offering cost savings, flexibility, and security. - April 12, 2013 - CardFlex
William Peace University Names Shawn Henderson as Director of Financial Aid
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Promotes from Within Office of Financial Aid a New Director for the Department. - April 12, 2013 - William Peace University
TFI Envision President is Juror for NCC's Spring Student Exhibition
On May 1, 2013, the Norwalk Community College’s spring student exhibition of art, architecture, and design will open to the public in their West Community, East Gallery at 188 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT. - April 12, 2013 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Campus Technology Announces New Strategic Partnership with NISOD
1105 Media Education Group and Campus Technology announce a new strategic education industry partnership with the National Institute of Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD), a group dedicated to the development of community colleges nationwide, including their use of technology to support... - April 12, 2013 - 1105 Media, Inc.
Free Career Fair for Leeward Oahu Community Continues
The general public is invited to attend the 11th annual Career, College & Job Fair at Leeward Community College on April 11, 2013, from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. The event is free for the public. - April 11, 2013 - Leeward Community College Job Prep Services
WASC Academic Resources Conference Addresses "Disruption"; Three Rivers Systems Says Disruptive Cams Enterprise is Answer
Company tells higher-education leaders they need disruptive technology to succeed in disruptive world. - April 11, 2013 - Three Rivers Systems Inc.
Water Words That Work, LLC Announces the "News: County Launches Enviro Ed. and Grant Program"
New Castle County’s “Great Schools, Clean Streams” campaign starts April 8. Residents have until Friday, April 19 to support their local schools by pledging to dispose of used cooking grease properly. The six New Castle County schools that collect the most pledges from their... - April 08, 2013 - Water Words That Work, LLC
William Peace University’s Justin G. Roy Named International Brand Master Finalist
Four-Year Baccalaureate University’s Vice President of Communication and Marketing Recognized as 2012 International Brand Master Award Finalist by the Educational Marketing Group - April 07, 2013 - William Peace University
Norfolk Academy Seniors Granted Prestigious College Scholarships
The Jefferson Scholarship Foundation at the University of Virginia has selected Norfolk Academy senior Harper Dodd as a Jefferson Scholar. Jefferson Scholarships are awarded to “the most promising leaders, scholars, and citizens in the world.” In addition to full financial support, the... - April 05, 2013 - Norfolk Academy
Penn State University – Erie Invites Motivational and Branding Speaker Los Ellis for "Brand and Dress – Market to Success"
Penn State University hosts Motivational and Brand Enhancing speaker, Los Ellis for “Brand and Dress, Market to Success” Sponsored by the Mu Pi Chapter of Delta Sigma Pi. Los Ellis’ energetic and powerful presentation performance at Penn State-Erie is assured to propel him to the... - April 05, 2013 - TraLos
Stanbridge College Nursing and Therapy Students Volunteer at Free Medical Clinic
Stanbridge College sponsored and volunteered at the Orange County Free Medical and Dental Clinic to provide healthcare services to the uninsured, unemployed and homeless. - April 05, 2013 - Stanbridge University
CampusLogic Hires Vice President of Information Technology
CampusLogic has launched StudentVerification.com, FileReview.com, and PlacementVerification.com, and has several more products under development requiring the addition of a proven leader in innovative technology solutions. - April 05, 2013 - CampusLogic, Inc.
Ashland University Professor and Students Conduct Persistence Study
Research conducted by an Ashland University professor and her students gives employers hope that creating a positive work place could influence the work production of employees. - April 05, 2013 - Ashland University
Campbell Law Team Named National Champions at South Texas Mock Trial
Student Jessica Burgess Brings Home Individual Honors; Team Receives $10,000 Grand Prize - April 04, 2013 - Campbell Law
William Peace University Hosts Admissions Open House with Former NBA Guard "Spudd" Webb as Speaker
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Invites Prospective Students and Families to Attend April 6 Admissions Open House - April 03, 2013 - William Peace University
IUP Graduate Studies Madness Tournament Gets Into Full Swing
The Indiana University of Pennsylvania School of Graduate Studies and Research is currently holding a Facebook contest titled “IUP Graduate Studies Madness,” a March Madness-inspired tournament. - April 01, 2013 - IUP School of Graduate Studies and Research
William Peace University’s Campus Magazine, The Peace Bulletin, Receives Grand Award for Excellence
Council for Advancement and Support of Education Southeast District III Recognizes Institution for Achievement in Design for Print and Digital Periodicals. - March 29, 2013 - William Peace University
Oxford Mathematicians Visit the Walford and North Shropshire College, Aspire Campus
Two Oxford University professors have paid a visit to the Aspire Centre Campus of Walford and North Shropshire College (WNSC). Professor Anne Watson and Professor John Mason are both world leaders in the field of mathematics education at Oxford University. - March 29, 2013 - North Shropshire College
One-Stop Web Portal Developed by theRightU Helps Students Enter University
University admissions and higher education consultancy debuts game-changing web portal to get students to the right U. - March 28, 2013 - theRightU
Dale Mabry Campus Hosts 16th Annual International Festival | March 28, 2013 | 9:30 am
Dale Mabry Campus Hosts 16th Annual International Festival | March 28, 2013 | 9:30 am. Dale Mabry Campus International Festival March 28, 2013 9:30 am Shade Sails Courtyard Free & Open to the Public Sponsored by DM SGA & EAP The International festival is one of the most anticipated... - March 27, 2013 - Hillsborough Community College Dale Mabry Campus
William Peace University Welcomes Congressman David Price for Town Hall Meeting on Campus April 8
Four-Year Baccalaureate University to Host U.S. Representative for North Carolina’s 4th Congressional District for Discussion of Legislative Issues. - March 27, 2013 - William Peace University
Growing Technology Commercialization: University of Kansas Moving Innovation from the Laboratory to the Marketplace
The University of Kansas is moving innovations from the laboratory to the marketplace at breakneck speed. Julie Goonewardene, President of KU Technology Commercialization Center, announced five researchers were awarded $50,000 each to further their research, research includes 1) medical delivery methods; 2) protein-based drugs for Parkinson's Disease; 3) new drugs for multiple sclerosis; 4) slide and tissue block valet system; 5) and solar panel detectors and sensors. - March 26, 2013 - The University of Kansas Center for Technology Commercialization
Campbell Law Moves Into Top Tier in Latest U.S. News Rankings
Campbell Law School (http://law.campbell.edu), has announced that the school has moved into the top tier for law schools and collected it’s highest ever ranking as released by U.S. News & World Report on Tuesday, March 12. The ranking is included as a part of the publication’s Best... - March 23, 2013 - Campbell Law
Stevens Students Win People’s Choice Award in National Academy of Engineering Ethics Contest
A team of undergraduate students from Stevens Institute of Technology have won the People’s Choice Award in the nationwide National Academy of Engineering Ethics Video Contest for their investigation of nuclear energy as a sustainable power source. With the strong support of the Stevens community, the video garnered an impressive lead in “Likes” on Facebook. - March 23, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
William Peace University President Participates in Leadership Roundtable for WALTER Magazine
Dr. Debra M. Townsley Discusses Leadership Alongside Other Area College and University Presidents. - March 23, 2013 - William Peace University
GIIP - Patent Agent Examination Preparation Course 2013
GIIP - Patent Agent Examination Preparation Course starts from 18th March 2013 - March 23, 2013 - Global Institute of Intellectual Property
CampusLogic Launches Web-Based Placement Verification Solution
The accuracy and integrity of placement data is critical to maintain compliance and avoid severe penalties that can irreparably damage a school’s reputation. PlacementVerification.com will ensure that schools pass compliance audits and increase retention rates. - March 23, 2013 - CampusLogic, Inc.
Chicago State University Announces Partnership with University of Chicago to Create Cancer Research Initiative
Continuing its efforts to train the next generation of health care leaders who will continue the fight against cancer, Chicago State University (CSU) announced on Tuesday that the school will partner with the University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center on a project entitled “The... - March 22, 2013 - Chicago State University
First Interactive Work, Marble Springs, Now on a Wiki, Featured at the Library of Congress Electronic Literature Showcase April 3 - 5, 2013
The Library of Congress Electronic Literature Showcase, April 3 - 5 2013, will feature seminal works within the electronic literature canon, including Marble Springs. While Marble Springs 1.0 (Eastgate Systems 1993) was the first interactive hypertext published in the U.S., it has been updated and Marble Springs 3.0 is now available in its entirety on a wiki. - March 21, 2013 - Deena Larsen, writer
Nurses Get Help Preparing for RN Palliative Care Certification Exam
CSU Institute for Palliative Care and San Diego Chapter of the Hospice and Palliative Nursing Association offer on May 4 and 5 a weekend study course. - March 21, 2013 - CSU Institute for Palliative Care
National Academy of Physicians and Medical Scientists Sponsors 2014 Congress of Future Medical Leaders for Top High School Students
The Congress of Future Medical Leaders, sponsored by the National Academy of Physicians and Medical Scientists, will be held in Washington, DC in February of 2014. The conference seeks to equip and support the nation’s top achieving high school students in their pursuit of a career in the STEM subjects. The three-day conference will provide students with access to representatives of elite colleges, demonstrations of future medical technology, and even an opportunity to witness surgery. - March 21, 2013 - The National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists
CPX Interactive Sponsors Entrepreneurship Competition at Hofstra University
CPX to Award $75,000 in Prizes to Those with the Best Concept and Business Plan - March 20, 2013 - CPXi
William Peace University Proceeds with Second Phase of Campus Renovations
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Expands Campus Improvement Initiatives with a Focus on Student Services and University Bookstore - March 20, 2013 - William Peace University