College & University News
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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
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
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
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
UH Experts Available to Discuss Women's History Month
In recognition of Women’s History Month, experts at the University of Houston (UH) are available to discuss a range of topics. - March 20, 2013 - University of Houston
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
CVS Caremark Donates $250,000 to Chicago State University for Its College of Pharmacy
Chicago State University announced Tuesday March 12, 2013 it received a donation from CVS Caremark for a new student center in the College of Pharmacy. - March 17, 2013 - Chicago State University
William Peace University’s Justin G. Roy Named to Wake County Community Health Assessment Steering Committee
Vice President for Communications and Marketing Appointed to Serve on Committee Working to Improve Overall Citizen Health and Future of Local Residents. - March 17, 2013 - William Peace University
IMA Honors Third Wave Digital Best in Class Award for Davis & Elkins College Website
Third Wave Digital was awarded the Interactive Media Awards (IMA) Best in Show for excellence in web design, development and implementation of Davis & Elkins College’s new website (www.dewv.com). - March 15, 2013 - Third Wave Digital
University of Houston Selected to Develop Social Work Education in China
One of Seven Programs in U.S. Chosen to Participate in 5-Year Partnership - March 14, 2013 - University of Houston
William Peace University Announces Erskine Bowles as 2013 Commencement Speaker
Former President of the University of North Carolina and the Late Jacquelin Quesenbery Jeutter to Receive Recognition from Four-Year Baccalaureate University During May 11 Graduation - March 14, 2013 - William Peace University
STOMP Out Bullying Named a FOX Sports Supports 2013 Charity Partner
Launches Public Service Campaign Featuring Top Celebrity Athletes - March 13, 2013 - Love Our Children USA
CampusLogic and College Audit Solutions Partner to Offer Financial Aid and Accreditation Compliance Solutions
CampusLogic and College Audit Solutions provide higher education institutions with cost effective, compliant, and innovative solutions aligned with accreditation and financial aid initiatives. - March 13, 2013 - CampusLogic, Inc.
Rancho Santiago Community College Will Host NACCE/BEC Community College Entrepreneurship Summit on April 2
NACCE/BEC professional development event in Santa Ana, California, on April 2, 2013, will focus on role of entrepreneurship in workforce development. - March 13, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Wongu University of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture Offers New Students Founder's Class Scholarship
Oriental Medicine is fast becoming widely accepted in the United States as an effective alternative health option. Students who are interested in studying the field of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture now have the opportunity to apply for the Founder's Class scholarship at Wongu University in Las Vegas, NV. - March 13, 2013 - Wongu University of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture
Capita Conferences Announces Its 14-19 Qualifications in Wales Thursday 23rd May 2013 - Cardiff
Capita Conferences 14-19 Qualifications in Wales Conference provides a critical forum for you to get to grips with the recommendations from the recent 14-19 Qualifications Review and to help you prepare for the impact this will have on your institution and students. - March 11, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Perrino Article on College Attendance to be Published by the Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Latest article by Dr. and Ms. Perrino, owners of Northern Virginia Tutoring Service, “Where Will Your Child Be Their Sophomore Year in College?” to be published in the March newsletter of the Attention Deficit Disorder Association. - March 10, 2013 - Northern Virginia Tutoring Service, LLC
William Peace University and Meredith College Hosts 8th Annual Softball Doubleheader
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Continues Athletic Tradition in Support of The Pretty In Pink Foundation’s Fight Against Breast Cancer. - March 10, 2013 - William Peace University
Access to Training Grants Providing Entry to Strong IT Career Paths to End
Indianapolis unemployed and dislocated workers can access training in information technology careers through a local job training grant called PriorITize that will end this summer. The program has helped more than 215 individuals pay for training and find employment since it began in 2010. - March 08, 2013 - EmployIndy
William Peace University Welcomes Abyss for Spoken Word Performance on Campus March 14
Four-Year Baccalaureate University to Host Inaugural Spoken Word Artist Performance With Abyss, UpRite Lions and William Peace University Students. - March 08, 2013 - William Peace University
Call for Presentations Open for 11th Annual NACCE Conference on Entrepreneurship Education
The National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship is looking for experts in entrepreneurship to submit proposals for presentations for the organization's 11th Annual Conference, to be held October 13-16, 2012 in Charlotte, NC. - March 08, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
William Peace University Hosts Fashion Show for National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Features “EveryBODY” Fashion Show to Encourage Natural Beauty and Positive Self-Imaging. - March 07, 2013 - William Peace University
Harrison College to Offer Online ICD-10 Medical Coding Training Curriculum
Private Sector College Launches Flexible and Comprehensive Program to Prepare Physicians, Coders and Medical Communities for ICD-10 Coding Transition - March 06, 2013 - HarrisonCollege
Canadian University of Dubai Selects CAMS Enterprise ERP as Key to Its International Market Growth Via Online Services
Forward-thinking, growth-oriented higher-education institutions like Canadian University of Dubai seek academic management systems built for modern Web services, mobility, integration and true automation. - March 02, 2013 - Three Rivers Systems Inc.
William Peace University Hosts Third Concert of Manning Chamber Music Series on March 11
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Holds Final Concert of the Season in Conjunction with North Carolina Symphony. - March 02, 2013 - William Peace University
Campbell Law Hosts 21st Annual N.C. Advocates for Justice High School Mock Trial State Championship
Eight North Carolina High School Teams Compete at Campbell Law School for State Title - March 02, 2013 - Campbell Law
Free Open House at CSUSM’s Temecula Campus; Degrees and Certificates Lead to Jobs
CSUSM will host a free open house on Saturday, March 23 in Temecula. The open house will give attendees the opportunity to interact with faculty and advisors, and learn first-hand about degrees and programs that lead to jobs. - February 28, 2013 - CSUSM Extended Learning
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Announces Dates for First-Ever Regional Summit Series
One-day Summits Focused on Entrepreneurship Will be Held at Community Colleges in Arizona, Florida, Minnesota, North Carolina, and West Virginia. - February 28, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
CSU Institute for Palliative Care Offers Course for Nurses Working with Veterans
The two-day program is intended for nurses caring for veterans in any health care setting. - February 27, 2013 - CSU Institute for Palliative Care
CASE District VII, Has Selected the Fresno State Alumni Association’s "Grad-in-a-Box" as the Bronze Winner of Its Annual Awards of Excellence
Fan in a Box, an innovative new company dedicated to fundraising, promotions, sports marketing and merchandising products, announced today that its Grad in a Box program designed for The Fresno State Alumni Association has been selected to receive The 2013 Bronze Award of Excellence from The Council for Advancement and Support of Education. - February 27, 2013 - Fan in a Box
William Peace University Professors Duncan and Holder Named Associate Deans of Academic Affairs
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Professors of English and Communication to Execute New Goals and Priorities for the Institution. - February 27, 2013 - William Peace University