College & University News

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Stanbridge College Donates Suitcases to Over 25 Orange County Homeless

Over 25 homeless people in Orange County received donations of suitcases and duffel bags from Stanbridge College’s community service program to help protect their belongings in the winter weather. - February 08, 2012 - Stanbridge University

William Peace University Hosts Academic WorldQuest Event Feb. 25

Four-Year Baccalaureate University Sponsors Half-Day Knowledge Competition For High School Students Presented by International Affairs Council of North Carolina - February 08, 2012 - William Peace University

GoodSemester Brings Education Into the 21st Century with Launch of Cloud-Based Open Learning Platform

GoodSemester is proud to advance education through the launch of its revolutionary online platform for learning. GoodSemester (https://www.goodsemester.com) is urging users to share course content to facilitate collaboration and the acceleration of learning through access to an open repository of... - February 06, 2012 - GoodSemester

International Intelligence

ISIS Belize Brings the World Together Through Education - February 05, 2012 - ISIS Belize

Ashland University Approves Record Low Tuition Increase

Ashland University trustees voted last week to raise tuition and room and board fees by a combined 1.1 percent – the lowest increase in the University’s recorded history. - February 04, 2012 - Ashland University

William Peace University Unveils Upcoming Campus Improvements

Four-Year Baccalaureate University to Renovate Hermann Athletic Center, Expand Space in Student Center, Relocate Bookstore and President’s House - February 03, 2012 - William Peace University

More Opportunities at Walford and North Shropshire College

Despite Government funding cuts causing people everywhere to make cut backs of one form or another, Walford and North Shropshire College is keen to ensure that people do not need to put their career dreams for the future on hold. Their Access to Higher Education course, which is due to begin in February, is free for many. - February 03, 2012 - North Shropshire College

The Partnership Between Walford and the Dog’s Trust Keeps on Growing

The Dogs Trust near Shrewsbury is a completely new build which opened in July 2011 and houses approximately 120 dogs at any one time. For thirty years the charity that relies on donations from legacies and other fundraising has been helping dogs. They pride themselves on never putting a healthy dog down and last year alone they succeeded in rehoming 1210 dogs. - February 03, 2012 - North Shropshire College

Award-Winning Marketers Form New Agency

A group of marketing all-stars have teamed up to form Artifex, a creative services agency that specializes in education marketing targeted towards colleges, universities and independent schools. Elli Plihcik, former Marketing Director at Harvard Graduate School of Education, has brought together... - February 02, 2012 - Artifex

Daniel R. Tilly Joins Faculty of Campbell Law School

Professor with J.D. from Baylor School of Law Hired as New Director of Advocacy Programs. - February 02, 2012 - Campbell Law

Gainful Employment Regulations Matter to 360 Education Solutions

360 Education Solutions, a popular resource for teachers looking for regionally accredited online degree programs, aims to scrutinize its university partners by how well they will rank under new "gainful employment" regulations. These regulations have been put in place to ensure college degree programs are worth the expense and effort by leading to employment or career promotion upon graduation. - February 01, 2012 - 360 Education Solutions

EnterMedia Open Source Digital Asset Management Releases Version 8.0

With EnterMedia 8.0 you can create your own branded media sharing website similar to YouTube or Flickr using open source technologies. - February 01, 2012 - EnterMedia Inc.

First Lambs of 2012 Born at Walford and North Shropshire College

The first of 2012’s Walford lambs born earlier this week offer a sure sign that spring is not far away. Peter Paul, Walford’s new shepherd, has brought forward the first round of lambing to take advantage of favourable market prices for early spring lambs. The arrival of spring lambs at Walford is always a cause for celebration and the lambs attract interest from animal care students on Campus as well as those studying agriculture in record numbers. - February 01, 2012 - North Shropshire College

Dr. Richard L. Cravatts Named President of Scholars for Peace in the Middle East

Richard L. Cravatts, PhD, Professor of Practice and Director of the Communications Management Program in the School of Management of Simmons College in Boston, has been elected President of Scholars for Peace in the Middle East, the third in the organization’s history. Scholars for Peace in... - February 01, 2012 - Dr. Richard L. Cravatts

DLR Group and Pappas & Pappas Architects Selected for University of Wyoming Gateway Center Project

Architecture firm DLR Group (a Wyoming corporation) along with Cheyenne, Wyoming partner architect, Pappas & Pappas Architects, were recently awarded the design services for the University of Wyoming Gateway Center project in Laramie, Wyoming. The building will serve as a welcoming... - February 01, 2012 - DLR Group

UH Experts Available to Discuss Black History Month

In recognition of Black History Month experts at the University of Houston (UH) are available to discuss a range of topics from African-American spiritual leaders to the history of African-American physicians in Houston. - January 29, 2012 - University of Houston

MIT OpenCourseWare Publishes Linear Algebra in Innovative OCW Scholar Format

One of OCW's most popular courses, Linear Algebra, is now available in a version designed to support independent learning. - January 26, 2012 - MIT OpenCourseWare

Career Step Announces New Academic Partnership Opportunities

Career Step has announced that it is adding a new partnership option, Academic Partners (AP) Direct, to the academic partner division of its operations. - January 26, 2012 - Career Step

William Peace University President Dr. Debra M. Townsley to Participate in Leadership Raleigh Event

Leader of Four-Year Baccalaureate University to Discuss Maintaining a Competitive Advantage in a Global Economy at Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Event - January 26, 2012 - William Peace University

Virtual Job Summit for Postgraduate Life Scientists Opens February 1st

Bio Careers hosts it's second Virtual Job Summit for postgraduate scientists starting February 1st. The Summit is free for all Bio Careers Members, which comprise graduates and postdocs from the top 25% of graduate programs worldwide. - January 25, 2012 - Bio Careers

My Mobile Fans Announces the "My College" Mobile App for the Students and Faculty of Broward College

My Mobile Fans (www.mymobilefans.com), a mobile app development company focused on bringing affordable apps to individuals, small businesses and organizations of all sizes, is excited to announce the "My College" mobile app for iPhones and Androids. Having your student email, campus maps,... - January 25, 2012 - My Mobile Fans

Stanbridge College Delivers Warmth to Mercy House Cold Weather Shelter for Orange County Homeless

Stanbridge College community service initiative recently partnered with Mercy House sending volunteers and donations to the OC Emergency Cold Weather Shelters and transitional housing programs. - January 25, 2012 - Stanbridge University

Ashland University Institutes Three-Year Degree Programs

Ashland University, a private college in Ashland, Ohio, has instituted a number of three-year degree programs in response to student and family financial concerns. - January 25, 2012 - Ashland University

Matthew Sawchak Joins Faculty of Campbell Law School

Well-Known Antitrust Lawyer and Appellate Specialist Hired by Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law at Campbell University - January 25, 2012 - Campbell Law

Walford and North Shropshire College Students to Visit CERN

A group of fourteen A and AS level students from Walford and North Shropshire College have recently returned from a visit to Ludlow 6th Form College where they met up with fellow physics students to experience a lecture given by Dr John Wilson from Birmingham University. - January 25, 2012 - North Shropshire College

Adelphi University Now Offering Advanced Degrees in Health Information Technology

Adelphi now offers a Master's of Science and an Advanced Certificate in Health Information Technology for healthcare professionals looking to obtain information technology certification and/or IT professionals pursuing health information management. - January 22, 2012 - Adelphi University

William Peace University Hosts Student Delegation from Qatar University

Four-Year Baccalaureate University to Have 10 Students from the Middle East Visit Jan. 30-Feb. 6 in Award-Winning International Exchange Program - January 22, 2012 - William Peace University

Grenoble Ecole De Management Launches New MSc in Fashion, Design and Luxury Management

Grenoble Graduate School of Business (GGSB) is launching a new MSc in Fashion, Design and Luxury Management starting from September 2012. Students can opt to be based in either of GGSB’s Grenoble or London Campuses, and will have the opportunity of studying in both locations. GGSB has chosen to work with SFD London (School of Fashion and Design, London) for this program, which will also integrate a study trip to Italy. - January 20, 2012 - Grenoble Ecole de Management

William Peace University Names Carolyn T. Nye, Ph.D. Business Faculty and Program Coordinator

Four-Year Baccalaureate University Hires Former Faculty Member with 16 Years of Teaching Experience to Oversee Business/Human Resources/Leadership Program - January 19, 2012 - William Peace University

Job Fair with the Largest Representations of International Organisations and NGOs in the World

Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies is hosting its annual Careers Forum "Connexion" from 21-23 March in Geneva Switzerland. - January 19, 2012 - Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies

Helms Career Institute Spreads Goodwill Mission, Education Opportunities Online with New Website

Helms Career Institute, a division of Goodwill Industries, was established with the sole focus of creating an educational model that provides training in culinary arts, and other occupational areas. This unique educational program needed a web presence that allowed Helms Career Institute to attract future students, educate contributors and engage the community. To accomplish this goal they turned to Third Wave Digital, a Macon, Georgia-based website design firm Third Wave Digital. - January 18, 2012 - Third Wave Digital

Hip Hop Therapy & Hip Hop Psychology Conference at Fordham University: Cutting Edge Interventions Bring Together International Social Scientists, Students & Performers

Hip Hop Therapy & Hip Hop Psychology Conference at Fordham University Cutting edge interventions bring together social scientists, students and performers from around the world to New York City. Fordham University in conjunction with Hip Hop Therapy and Hip Hop Psychology present the first... - January 18, 2012 - Hip Hop Psychology

The Founders Fund, Inc. Honored Past and Present Trustees at 2011 Scholars Luncheon

The Founders Fund celebrated 20 years of making a difference to the students of Collier County and honored those scholarship recipients at the 2011 Scholars Luncheon. - January 15, 2012 - The Founders Fund, Inc.

Amos Jones Joins Faculty of Campbell Law School

Professor with J.D. from Harvard Law School Hired by Raleigh, N.C. Law School - January 15, 2012 - Campbell Law

University of Phoenix Advances Counselor Education Program with EMS Technology

System helps students build client‐management skills and confidence. - January 15, 2012 - Education Management Solutions

Stanbridge College Prepares 125 Vocational Nursing and IT Graduates for Future Careers

Stanbridge College, with the help of guest speaker, OC District Attorney Tony Rackauckas, recently graduated 125 Vocational Nursing and Information Technology students preparing them for the next step in their professional and educational careers. - January 12, 2012 - Stanbridge University

A Spy in Every Classroom - Grenoble Ecole de Management Students Test CIA Methods

Twenty-six students in the Advanced Master in Biotechnology Management at Grenoble Ecole de Management (GEM) are becoming beta-testers of an intelligence analysis software developed by CIA veterans – a first in Europe. - January 12, 2012 - Grenoble Ecole de Management

William Peace University Names Christopher Sharps Admissions Counselor

Four-Year Baccalaureate College Expands Admissions Department - January 11, 2012 - William Peace University

FII’s Sites Provide More Tools and Integration

First Impression Interactive, a lead generation company recently named for its success in Inc 500, began revamping its education and employment websites for the New Year, adding new interactive tools and social media facets. In just a short while, the new tools and updated information have created... - January 10, 2012 - First Impression Interactive

Virtual Speech Center Inc. Releases a New iPad Application for Speech Language Pathologists

Virtual Speech Center Inc., the leading provider of web-based software for online speech therapy (telepractice) and mobile applications, announced today the release of Outdoor Fun, an iPad application available for download on Apple’s iTunes App store. Outdoor Fun is designed by a certified... - January 07, 2012 - Virtual Speech Center Inc.

William Peace University Names Amber L. Stenbeck Vice President for Enrollment Management

Four-Year Baccalaureate College Hires Vice President for Enrollment Management with More Than 20 Years of Higher Education Experience - January 07, 2012 - William Peace University

StudyGRE Announces Launch of New Website for GRE Study and Preparation

GREStudy.org today announced the launch of its new website, a one-stop shop for comprehensive and useful GRE study information. - January 05, 2012 - Study GRE

Now, Earn Foreign Varsity Credits While in School in India

Heading to USA, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore or Germany for undergraduate studies? Then learn about the Advanced Placement program by College Board, the organization that administers the SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test). - January 05, 2012 - AP Guru

William Peace University Sponsors Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce’s Chamber Executive Women’s Luncheon

Four-Year Baccalaureate University Supports Women In Politics Event Set for Jan. 12. - January 05, 2012 - William Peace University

Michael E. Mahla Has Recently Been Recognized by The Global Directory of Who’s Who Publication

Michael E. Mahla, of Gainesville, Florida, has recently been recognized by The Global Directory of Who’s Who for outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Anesthesiology. About Michael E. Mahla Michael E. Mahla received his MD from Jefferson University, his Residency from... - January 04, 2012 - Global Directory of Who's Who

Announcing: the Chouinard Foundation Library - ChouinardFoundation.org

In coordination with Pacific Standard Time, the Chouinard Foundation presents a massive, interactive online library covering the Chouinard Foundation's efforts over the last 12 years - dedicated to strengthening the legacy of the original Chouinard Art Institute, 1921-1972 - one of the most... - January 03, 2012 - Chouinard Foundation