College & University News
Elevate your knowledge about college and university initiatives in higher learning, technology, student recruitment, housing, campus development and extracurricular activities. This section features information about students, faculty and staff as well as products and services geared toward campus life.
Ashland University Launches New TESOL Endorsement Program
In response to the growing number of students in Ohio who have limited English proficiency, Ashland University has launched a new Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Endorsement program that is being offered this spring. - December 09, 2012 - Ashland University
John F. Robyt, Ph.D. Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
John F. Robyt, Ph.D. of Ames, Iowa has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About John F. Robyt, PH.D. Dr. Robyt has over 52 years experience in the field of education. He is a... - December 07, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Three Rivers Systems Shows CAMS Enterprise Disruptive Academic ERP at MSCHE This Week
To help address the challenges of economic uncertainty, new methodologies, global technologies, “flipped” classrooms, “gamification” and social media, MSCHE attendees will have a chance to see powerful new features in CAMS Enterprise, the “only disruptive academic ERP” designed to meet the demands of today’s disruptive environment. - December 07, 2012 - Three Rivers Systems Inc.
Education Online Services Corporation (EOServe Corp.) Announces Promotion of Shantanett L. Sands to Director of Faculty Services
Education Online Services Corporation is proud to announce the well-deserved promotion of Shantanett L. Sands to Director of Faculty Services. As a long-term member of the Education Online Services team, Ms. Sands has been with the company from its inception in 2009 and has served in various... - December 06, 2012 - Education Online Services Corp
U.S. Small Business Administration and National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Form Strategic Alliance
New collaboration between the U.S. Small Business Administration and the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship will involve joint training and outreach activities. - December 06, 2012 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Corporate Screening Re-launches VerifyStudents: Redesigned with Expanded Functionality
VerifyStudents by Corporate Screening is officially launched. With new and expanded functionality, this is simply the best student background verification product on the market. - December 06, 2012 - Corporate Screening Services, Inc.
CampusLogic Hires Vice President of Business Development
CampusLogic has launched StudentVerification.com and FileReview.com and has several more new products under development requiring the addition of a proven leader in education sales. - December 06, 2012 - CampusLogic, Inc.
William Peace University Releases Dates for Winter Performances of the Peace Singers
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Announces Schedule for 18-Member Vocal Ensemble of Students - December 06, 2012 - William Peace University
William Peace University Names Bobby Marshall as Admissions Counselor
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Hires Counselor with More Than Five Years of Admissions Experience for School of Professional Studies - December 05, 2012 - William Peace University
Ufology: Richard Dolan Teaches Rare Ufology Class Online
The International Metaphysical University offers an online, ufology class taught by noted UFO expert Richard Dolan. - December 04, 2012 - International Metaphysical University
William Peace University to Sponsor AT&T Raleigh Winterfest
Four-Year Baccalaureate University to Participate in Downtown Raleigh Holiday Festivities Alongside More Than 40 Local Vendors - December 02, 2012 - William Peace University
Campbell Law Professor Amos Jones Delivers Lecture at Universidad De Los Andes in Colombia
Assistant Professor Discusses the Presidential Election and Political Forecasts - December 01, 2012 - Campbell Law
The Winner of the Stephanie C. Tardieu Award for Excellence in Pre-Medical Education is Syed F. Haider
Syed F. Haider, a junior student at the City College of the City University of New York (CCNY) was the recipient of The Stephanie C. Tardieu Award for excellence in pre-medical education on November 29th, 2012. - November 29, 2012 - Stephanie C. Tardieu
The Colburn School Goes Red for Sold Out World AIDS Day Concert Hosted by AIDS Research Alliance, Presented by Kaiser Permanente
Where: The Colburn School 200 South Grand Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90012 When: November 30th, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm What: AIDS Research Alliance (ARA) will host an inaugural World AIDS Day Concert at The Colburn School in downtown Los Angeles. Emmy Award winner, LeVar Burton, Master of... - November 29, 2012 - AIDS Research Alliance
Education Online Services Corporation (EOServe Corp.) Announces Acquisition of She Can Play.org
Education Online Services Corporation announces the acquisition of She Can Play.org, a nonprofit corporation with over 2000 college prospects in its exclusive college and coaches database as well as three web properties and blog sites which generate over 600,000 unique visitors per month within the demographic of student athletes and their parents. - November 29, 2012 - Education Online Services Corp
Link-Systems International Launches Newest Version of Its Web-Based Whiteboard Designed for Mobile Learning
Link-Systems International adds new features to the WorldWideWhiteboard® to make online tutoring more engaging, accessible, and easy to use. - November 28, 2012 - Link-Systems International, Inc.
International Metaphysical University Announces Personnel Changes
International Metaphysical University (IMU) announces personnel changes: Allison Sandblom is the new Registrar and Ken Bush becomes Online Marketing Manager. - November 28, 2012 - International Metaphysical University
William Peace University Hosts Holiday Events for the Local Community
Local Four-Year Baccalaureate University Presents Open House and 3rd Annual Children Story Hour for the Holidays - November 28, 2012 - William Peace University
Athena School of Management Ties Up with AVTEG to Deliver High-Quality Management Education in India
Alliance will develop management courses for India based on successful Australian education models. - November 28, 2012 - Athena School of Management
University Study Abroad Directors and International Education Departments Adopt New Travel Book as the New Top Resource for Their Students
“Study Abroad: The Book of Jobe” is Amazon’s top book for Student Traveler’s and those desiring to learn more about education overseas. - November 27, 2012 - Jobe Leonard Books
Cyber Monday Gift Certificate Offer – Get Smarter for 26% Off
Community Business College offers online shoppers an easy way to “Give the Gift of Learning” this year with a steep discount of over 25% off its long and short courses. - November 24, 2012 - Community Business College
Scientia’s Arabic Version of Enterprise Foundation Timetabling Software Now Available
In order to improve support for its customers in the Middle East, Scientia is pleased to announce that its Enterprise Foundation software is now available in Arabic. Enterprise Foundation is the only timetabling software in the world that is available in 15 languages including English, Chinese, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Dutch, German, Indonesian, Thai, and Korean. - November 22, 2012 - Scientia
Scientia’s New Exam Scheduler Makes the Scheduling of Exams for Students with Additional Needs Easy and More Cost-Effective
Scientia has developed a new version of its Exam Scheduler software. Exam Scheduler is a proven, easy-to-use graphical scheduling tool which makes exam scheduling and resource allocation much easier by optimising exam loads, reducing administrative tasks and associated costs. The software enables institutions to create an environment that allows students to perform at their best. - November 22, 2012 - Scientia
KU Leuven Association Chooses Scientia’s Timetabling Software for Its 12 Institutions of Higher Education
KU Leuven Association has chosen Scientia’s timetabling software Enterprise Foundation for all 12 of its university colleges. Scientia’s software will support approximately 100,000 students in the group, accounting for over 44% of the entire student population in Flemish higher education. - November 22, 2012 - Scientia
Education Online Services Corporation (EOServe Corp.) Announces Hire of Nicola A. Rowe as Human Resources Manager
Education Online Services Corporation announces the hire of Nicola A. Rowe as Human Resources Manager as part of its continued commitment to employee development and performance, and to develop employee education and certification programs. - November 21, 2012 - Education Online Services Corp
William Peace University to Freeze Tuition for 2013-2014 Academic Year
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Announces No Increase in Fall 2013 Semester as Part of Its Continuing Effort to Promote Access to Higher Education - November 19, 2012 - William Peace University
Stevens Student Wins Scholarship from Association of Old Crows
Tim Weeks, a senior Electrical Engineering and Systems Engineering major at Stevens Institute Technology, has been selected as a winner of the 2012 Scholarship Award competition of the Metropolitan Club Chapter of the Association of Old Crows. - November 18, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Campbell Law Professor Melissa Essary Named Recipient of 2012 Women of Justice Award
Former Dean Honored by North Carolina Lawyers Weekly with Legal Scholar Award. - November 17, 2012 - Campbell Law
William Peace University to Participate in Raleigh Christmas Parade
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Joins 2012 WRAL Raleigh Christmas Parade with School Float, Cheerleaders and Peace Singers. - November 17, 2012 - William Peace University
A Metaphysical University Announces an End of the World Special
The International Metaphysical University has slashed prices on classes until 21 December 2012, the infamous end of the Mayan calendar. - November 16, 2012 - International Metaphysical University
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Invites Community Colleges to Submit Proposals to Host Regional Entrepreneurship Education Summits
$40,000 in funding available for 8 community college summits on entrepreneurship education in 2013; proposals due December 14, 2012. - November 15, 2012 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Celebrates Global Entrepreneurship Week by Launching New NACCE Fellows Program
Community college educators have until November 30 to apply for one of three NACCE Fellows positions for 2013. - November 15, 2012 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Inaugural World AIDS Day Concert in Downtown Los Angeles Hosted by AIDS Research Alliance, Presented by Kaiser Permanente
On Friday, November 30th, AIDS Research Alliance (ARA) will host an inaugural World AIDS Day Concert at The Colburn School in downtown Los Angeles, across from the Walt Disney Concert Hall. This community event will begin at 7:30 p.m. in Zipper Hall. Emmy Award winner, LeVar Burton, Master of... - November 14, 2012 - AIDS Research Alliance
Male Sexual Abuse Conference in New York City November 15-18 at John Jay College
The 13th International MaleSurvivor Conference will be held in New York City from November 15-18 at John Jay College. It is the only conference of its kind that brings together survivors, psychologists, social workers, academic researchers, members of the law enforcement community, and friends of the cause to share information regarding their efforts to help survivors of sexual abuse. Currently, it is believed that at least 1 in 6 males are sexually abused before the age of 16. - November 12, 2012 - MaleSurvivor: National Organization against Male Sexual Victimization
Wexford University Accepting Final Registration for 2013 Fitness, Health and Sports Psychology Classes Online
Wexford University is accepting its final registration for classes starting January 2013. The online university offers a variety of health, exercise, sports and fitness degree programs of all levels. - November 12, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
William Peace University Names Debbie Potter, RN, as Director Of Health Services
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Announces Leader Of The Institution’s Health Care Services - November 10, 2012 - William Peace University
Campbell Law School Announces the Addition of William A. Pully to the School’s Board of Visitors
President of the North Carolina Hospital Association Will Serve on Board of Visitors for Two Year Term - November 09, 2012 - Campbell Law
2012 ACCSC Community Service Award Finalists, Stanbridge College
Stanbridge College was named a 2012 ACCSC Community Service Award Finalist by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. - November 07, 2012 - Stanbridge University
Study Life Highlights Increase in Student Visa Living Costs
International students have to prove that they have genuine access to required living cost amount in order to be granted Australian student visas. - November 03, 2012 - StudyinAustralia
William Peace University Names Nicole Davis as Coordinator of Counseling Services
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Hires Davis to Provide Students Educational Consultations and Other Assistance. - November 02, 2012 - William Peace University
Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc. Announces a New Scholarship
Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc. is proud to announce the commencement of their annual $1,000 dollar scholarship for American born U.S. students who have an interest in writing, digital media, web development, marketing, or business. - October 31, 2012 - Barbarian Basketball Systems Inc.
Wexford Online University Names Leslie Musser Professor for Health, Wellness, Sports and Nutrition Degrees
Strength and conditioning specialist Leslie Musser recently joined Wexford as professor. The 100 percent online university offers a variety of health, exercise, sports and fitness degree programs. - October 30, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Attracting Saudi Students to U.S. Universities
New Report from WES Identifies Emerging Markets in International Student Recruitment - October 30, 2012 - World Education Services
Attracting Vietnamese Students to U.S. Universities
New Report from WES Identifies Emerging Markets in International Student Recruitment. - October 30, 2012 - World Education Services
Attracting International Students from Emerging Markets
New Report from WES Identifies International Recruitment Potential Beyond China, India and Korea. - October 30, 2012 - World Education Services
More than $377,000 Raised for Scholarships at MGH Institute of Health Professions’ 35th Anniversary Gala
MGH Institute of Health Professions celebrated its 35th anniversary at the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel on October 25, raising over $377,000 for scholarships for its students in nursing, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology. - October 28, 2012 - MGH Institute of Health Professions
Deborah Ann Swanson, Ph.D. Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Deborah Ann Swanson, Ph.D., currently lives in Kanab, Utah and has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Deborah Ann Swanson, PH.D. Dr. Swanson has over 20 years experience in... - October 27, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
David Sloan Wilson Continues Writers Series at Hartwick College
Hartwick College continues to host its series of readings and presentations by award-winning writers renowned in the arts, humanities, and sciences throughout the 2012-2013 academic year. The series is titled “Four Writers Who Changed the World,” and the next reading on November 7, 2012... - October 26, 2012 - Hartwick College
William Peace University Names Rod Williams Head Cross Country Coach
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Hires Williams to Lead Men and Women’s Cross Country Teams. - October 26, 2012 - William Peace University
Lone Star College System Leverages Online Document Collection and File Review Services to Enhance Student Service by Partnering with Global Financial Aid Services
Global Financial Aid Services is pleased to announce its partnership with the Lone Star College System, one of the best community colleges in the country with nearly 100,000 students in the greater Houston area. In this partnership, Global provides technology and file review services that... - October 25, 2012 - Global Financial Aid Services, Inc.