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.
Author Donates Cancer Victim’s Memoir, Together We Will Win, to Libraries
In the interest of testicular cancer awareness for young men, author, Karen McWhirt donates her book to libraries across the U.S. and around the world in an effort to teach young men the importance of early detection for survival of the curable disease, and to bring light to the arena of a cancer patient's experience for professional and personal caregivers. - November 02, 2011 - Together We Will Win
GoCNCN.com -- Student-Exclusive Social Network Bans All Tracking
Online tracking is the single most serious threat that college students face today. To protect college students, GoCNCN.com -- Collegiate Nation allows students to post anonymously, use any name, and delete any post, anytime. Any college students with an edu address may join for free. - October 31, 2011 - Collegiate Nation
MFT Professor Publishes Article on Hope International University’s Innovative Program
HIU Adjunt Professor Erin Parker describes what makes Hope’s marriage and family therapy program unique in her nationally published article. - October 30, 2011 - Hope International University
Stevens Professor David J. Cappelleri Selected for National Academy of Engineering Symposium
One of 65 young engineering educators selected to participate in curriculum development workshop. - October 30, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
FCX-DNA Announces the Arrival of Dr. Kambouris to Boise, Idaho
Renown Doctor Marios Kambouris visits Boise, Idaho. Professor Marios Kambouris, assistant professor at Yale University School of Medicine, carried out the ground-breaking research through DNA Testing. Recently featured in the London Times and ESPN, Dr. Kambouris performed DNA testing on an... - October 29, 2011 - Full Circle Rewards Inc.
Groody to Present Hesburgh Lecture in Dallas
The Notre Dame Club of Dallas will host Rev. Daniel Groody, CSC, Ph.D., as part of the recognized Hesburgh Lecture Series. Fr. Groody's presentation "Dying to Live: Theological Perspectives on Undocumented Migration," will be held at 7p.m. on November 10, 2011 at Jesuit College Preparatory. - October 29, 2011 - Notre Dame Club of Dallas
William Peace University Welcomes Anna Burrelli as University Admissions Counselor
Four-Year Baccalaureate College Expands Admissions Department with New Hire - October 29, 2011 - William Peace University
Harrison College to Host American Massage Therapy Association Meeting and Class
Indianapolis East Campus to Serve as Location for Nov. 4-6 Meetings and Continuing Education Class for Indiana Chapter Members - October 29, 2011 - HarrisonCollege
GA College Planning Helps Family with Six Figure Income Get College Financial Aid
College Financial Aid Negotiation for more money. - October 28, 2011 - GA COLLEGE PLANNING
Student Lands Dream Job at Chirk Castle
Tom Moore, aged 19, from Llansilin near Oswestry has recently secured a full time position as a National Trust ranger at Chirk Castle. - October 27, 2011 - North Shropshire College
Food for Thought Video - Food Waste the Missing Link in Recycling
The missing link in the recycling puzzle arena is food waste. More than ever, people should start looking at food waste as the way to reach zero waste and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Treating organic waste onsite is the ideal option. Landfill is a short-term solution that contaminates; it comes at a price both to organizations’ bottom line and to the environment. There is little to no awareness of the damage caused when sending food waste to landfills. - October 26, 2011 - NATH Sustainable Solutions
William Peace University to Offer Men’s Sports Starting Fall 2012
NCAA Division III University to Introduce Men’s Basketball, Cross Country, Golf Teams for 2012 Academic Year - October 26, 2011 - William Peace University
Cal Coast Academy Student Set to Voyage Around the World
Cal Coast Academy student Cole Korsh embarks upon a 108-day, once-in-a-lifetime academic adventure, as he prepares to circumnavigate the globe and explore 11 different countries. - October 25, 2011 - Cal Coast Academy
Just Released, One-of-a-Kind Study Aid for CBAP®/CCBA™ Preparation
BAMentor has just published their CBAP®/CCBA™ Workbook, a one-of-a-kind study aid aimed to provide an effective way to help Business Analysts study for the IIBA® certifications. - October 24, 2011 - BAMentor, LLC
Ivy Tech Students Experience Hypnosis
Learning how to utilize the power of your mind is no longer limited to the gurus. William Molitor is a hypnosis expert and he has been teaching students at universities as well as high schools how to use the natural trance states to make changes and improve their lives. - October 23, 2011 - Tri-State Hypnosis Center
William Peace University Hosts Manning Chamber Music Series on Oct. 24
Four-Year University Located in Downtown Raleigh Partners with North Carolina Symphony for Free Music Series - October 23, 2011 - William Peace University
Epicure Digital Menu Boards with Sustainability and Nutritional Menu Labeling at NACAS
Epicure Digital, a leader in digital menu boards, presents the Epicure Digital Menu System with special emphasis on sustainability and nutritional labeling at the NACAS Annual Conference (National Association of College Auxiliary Services). - October 22, 2011 - Epicure Digital
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Presents Impact Awards at 9th Annual Conference
Six community college professionals were honored for their work in entrepreneurship education at the 9th Annual Conference of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE), held last week in Portland, OR. A student essay contest winner was also recognized at the event,... - October 22, 2011 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
William Peace University to Host 2011 Alumni Homecoming and Reunion Weekend
Alumni Invited to Attend an All-Class Homecoming, Reunion and Family Weekend. - October 21, 2011 - William Peace University
Harrison College to Observe National Massage Therapy Awareness Week
Indianapolis East Campus to Provide Free Massages and Assessments to the Public as Part of Celebration Oct. 23-29 - October 21, 2011 - HarrisonCollege
Hope International University Again Named "Military Friendly" and a Yellow Ribbon School
HIU’s programs and policies for service members and veterans has resulted in the University being included with a select number of schools designated as Military Friendly. - October 20, 2011 - Hope International University
Northeastern University’s College of Business Administration Earns #9 Spot in Princeton Review and Entrepreneur Magazine’s Annual Entrepreneurship Rankings
Newest Ranking Adds to Impressive List of Accolades. - October 20, 2011 - D'Amore-McKim School of Business
Fullerton, CA- HIU Partners with Local Groups for Fullerton Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast
In collaboration with other community members, Hope International University organized this year’s event for local groups, businesses, and persons to pray for the city, state, and nation. - October 19, 2011 - Hope International University
Campbell Law School Professor Participates in N.C. State Constitution Day Celebration
Professor Greg Wallace Speaks on Constitutional Issues Facing the U.S. Since 9/11 - October 19, 2011 - Campbell Law
William Peace University Hosts Concert in Celebration of New Bachelor of Fine Arts Programs
Jason Dula and Courtney Balan Perform at Private Four-Year University in Downtown Raleigh. - October 16, 2011 - William Peace University
Harrison College to Host Indiana State Superintendent
Dr. Tony Bennett to Address Employees on Future of Indianapolis Public Schools at Downtown Campus Oct. 18. - October 16, 2011 - HarrisonCollege
Otto Media Hires Interns
Otto Media hires three new interns, enabling them to get hands on job experience. - October 14, 2011 - Otto Media
Local Art School Honored - Los Angeles Academy of Figurative Art: American Artist’s Top 10 Art Schools
The Los Angeles Academy of Figurative Art (LAAFA) was named one of American Artist’s Top 10 Art Schools. In the November 2011 article, Pursuing The Classical Dream: The American Artist Guide to Art Schools, LAAFA is one of the select schools worldwide that have established reputable practices... - October 14, 2011 - Los Angeles Academy of Figurative Art
Dr. Charles F. Hayes Releases New Book Bring University Students to Christ: Science and Scripture
Bring University Students to Christ basically explains how to do just that. The author, Dr. Charles F. Hayes, has spent almost his entire life studying Scripture and science. - October 13, 2011 - BookBuzz
Business Today’s 37th Annual International Conference Brings Together the Seasoned Executives of Today with the Brightest Leaders of Tomorrow
Undergraduate students from around the world have been chosen from a pool of hundreds of applicants - spanning more than 30 countries - to participate in an all-expenses paid opportunity to engage with 70 Fortune 500 executives at the Grand Hyatt in New York City from Sunday, November 20 to Tuesday, November 22, 2011. - October 12, 2011 - Business Today
DTR Inc. CEO Jay Goldberg Announces First Free Seminar on the College Sports Recruiting Process
The free seminar will be held on Monday night, October 24th from 7:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Jupiter High School. - October 10, 2011 - DTR Inc.
Campbell Law School Names Judge Rich Leonard to Board of Visitors
Board Members Serve as Advisors to Dean Melissa Essary, Faculty and Senior Leadership - October 09, 2011 - Campbell Law
HIU Participates in Making Strides Against Breast Cancer - OC Walk
For the second year in a row Hope International University will have a team, Hope for a Cure, taking part in Making Strides Against Breast Cancer’s annual fundraiser in Costa Mesa. - October 07, 2011 - Hope International University
College Principal’s New Role on National Improvement Body
The Principal of a Shropshire College has been elected to the national Council of the Learning and Skills Improvement Service. The organisation (known as LSIS) is the sector-led improvement body for further education and skills. It is overseen by a Council of 30 members representing stakeholders from across the sector. - October 06, 2011 - North Shropshire College
John Craven OBE Opens Caradoc Halls of Residence at Walford Campus
John Craven and the BBC were at the Walford campus of Walford and North Shropshire College on Friday (23rd Sep) filming a piece for the extremely popular Countryfile programme. The programme, which is due to be broadcast on October 9th on BBC1, will include a piece about Hill Farming, rising land prices and how this is affecting students and their studies. - October 06, 2011 - North Shropshire College
First Online Job Fair for Graduate Level Scientists Opens
Over 500 Life Scientists Registered The Virtual Job Summit hosted by Bio Careers (www.biocareers.com) opened today with more than 500 graduate level life scientists registered for the event. All of the recruits hold degrees from Medical/Graduate Schools ranked among the top 15%. At the Summit,... - October 05, 2011 - Bio Careers
TUN.com Exceeds 20,000 Daily Deals for U.S. College Students
TUN.com announced today that it surpassed the milestone of 20,000 daily deals for college students around the country. TUN.com is a series of hyper-local websites that connects students to deals, news and events around approximately 200 U.S. college campuses. TUN.com has more than 5,500 merchant... - October 05, 2011 - TUN.com
Eindhoven University of Technology Selects Aras to Drive Real-World Experience for Engineering Students
Aras to Serve as Core PLM Curriculum for Leading Research and Technology University - October 05, 2011 - Aras Corporation
Student Cash Point Hits 50,000 Registered User Mark
Student Cash Point celebrates its latest milestone with over 50,000 people now registered to access the site. - October 05, 2011 - Student Cash Point
Campbell Law School Announces Oct. 22 Alumni Reunion Dinner
Alumni Reunion Enables Networking and Support for Law School’s Future - October 01, 2011 - Campbell Law
Students Compete at Biggest Canadian Hackathon to Create the Next Great Mobile Game and Win Over $50,000 in Cash & Prizes
Great Canadian Appathon Squared, with locations across Canada, challenges students to create a game in just 48 hours. - September 29, 2011 - XMG Studio Inc.
Stevens Institute of Technology Wins NSF Nanotechnology Undergraduate Education Grant
NUE-NEXUS program to give undergraduates early-curriculum classroom instruction and research opportunities in nanotechnology field. - September 29, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
The Hall Pass Tour Makes Kickstarter Debut
Team Launches 20 by 20 Campaign to Raise $20,000 for Nationwide Expansion - September 28, 2011 - The Hall Pass Tour
U.S. News Ranks Ashland University as One of Top 200 National Universities
Ashland University is ranked in the top 200 colleges and universities in the National Universities category in the recently released 2012 college rankings by U.S. News and World Report. - September 28, 2011 - Ashland University
Hope International University Wins International Society for Science and Religion Library Award
HIU is one of the select institutions to receive the prestigious 224 volume set from the ISSR. - September 28, 2011 - Hope International University
StayConnect Electrical Solutions Chooses University of North Carolina, Charlotte MBA Marketing Class to Compete for Marketing Plan on New Product Launch
Serving all electrical users, StayConnect® Electrical Solutions, based in Cornelius, NC, USA, manufactures electrical products that address connection security and safety concerns. Its products consist of the StayConnect® Outlet Cover, StayConnect® Interior Plate, StayConnect® Child Resistant Plate and StayConnect® Exterior Plate. - September 28, 2011 - StayConnect Electrical Solutions
Dr. Nancy Donaldson, CALNOC Chairperson and Senior Scientist, Receives the 2011 Excellence in Leadership Award from Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis
CALNOC (Collaborative Alliance for Nursing Outcomes), the leading provider of actionable information and research on nurse sensitive quality indicators, today announced that Dr. Nancy Donaldson, DNSc, RN, FAAN has been awarded the 2011 Excellence in Leadership Award from the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis. Dr. Donaldson is Chairperson and Chief Scientist for CALNOC and is an internationally recognized leader in nursing quality measurement and clinical patient safety. - September 27, 2011 - CALNOC
TOEFL Plus 20 Campaign Launched in Saudi Arabia
American TOEFL expert, M. Andrew, launches unique "TOEFL Plus 20" Campaign in Saudi Arabia aimed at increasing Saudi TOEFL results by 20 points. - September 25, 2011 - The Saudi-TOEFL Network
Top NBA Players Join a New Team During Lockout
Premier NBA Talent Play in Charity Basketball Game in Atlanta - September 24, 2011 - Southern Hospitality Showcase Atlanta 2011
Dr. Bruce D. Perry to Speak on Assessing and Treating Traumatized Children
Adelphi University presents Dr. Bruce D. Perry M.D., Ph.D., at the Fifth Annual Master Seminar to discuss his Neurosequential Model© of Assessment and Treatment for traumatized children on November 3, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - September 24, 2011 - Adelphi University