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.
Stanbridge College Sponsors Foster Youth Graduation at Orangewood
On June 3, 2011, Stanbridge College sponsored the graduation ceremony of twenty eight Orangewood Children's Foundation students. - June 19, 2011 - Stanbridge University
mamemo productions Creates Outstanding Event Concept for Masdar Institute’s Historic Inaugural Commencement
mamemo produced stage concept, corporate films, and event plan for region's first graduate-level, research-driven scientific institution. - June 18, 2011 - mamemo productions
NoteLog Announces Nationwide Social Learning Initiative by Co-Founder Mike Fingado
Mike Fingado, CEO of NoteLog a leading social learning company announces upcoming tour to 8 major cities and their surrounding college campuses across the country. Plans include visits to Atlanta, Chicago, DC, New York City, Miami, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego. College has evolved, has the way you study? Is a question that will be asked as he promotes the importance of using technology to innovate how students learn and study now and into the future. - June 18, 2011 - NoteLog LLC
Dr. Marahelli G. Prasad of Stevens Receives ASME Award
Dr. Marahelli G. Prasad, Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Director of the Noise and Vibration Control Laboratory at Stevens Institute of Technology, received the 2011 American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Student Section Advisor Award for District A for his dedicated service as an advisor. - June 15, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Dr. Richard L. Cravatts Named as Director of the Communications Management Program at Simmons College
A veteran marketing communications professional and an academic leader with extensive experience in organizational marketing and program development has been named the new Director of Simmons College’s innovative program in Communications Management. - June 14, 2011 - Dr. Richard L. Cravatts
XCom Global Offers Discount to Students Studying Abroad
The 24/7 connection provided by XCom Global’s Internet access service provides a higher level of safety and communications as students venture overseas. - June 13, 2011 - XCom Global, Inc.
Ashland University Launches New Online MBA Option
Ashland University’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) Program will offer a new online MBA option in the fall of 2011. The new online option complements the University’s current MBA program degree offerings for working professionals. Through the new online MBA, students will... - June 11, 2011 - Ashland University
Dr. Frank Fisher of Stevens Selected for Fulbright Specialist Roster
Dr. Frank Fisher at Stevens Institute of Technology has recently been added to the Fulbright Specialist Roster for his expertise in engineering education. - June 11, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Private Jet Travel, Real Estate News, Company Facebook Pages and More in June’s Issue of Business Review USA
An inside look into private jet travel with JetSuite founder Alex Wilcox - June 10, 2011 - WDM Group
"Hello New York City" -- 2011 CCIP Kickoff BBQ
FUSIA Communications hosted a Kickoff BBQ reception at the Flushing YMCA on June 3, to celebrate the launch of the 2011 Cross Cultural Internship Program (CCIP). Entitled "Saying Hello to New York City," the purpose of the event was to introduce the CCIP participants, the next global... - June 10, 2011 - FUSIA Communications, Inc.
Stevens Institute of Technology 2011 Commencement
On May 26th, Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ celebrated the Class of 2011 with Commencement activities on Castle Point. - June 10, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
CCIP Students Taking Part in Hong Kong’s Wine Boom at Asia Society
Fri, May 27, 2011 - 18 CCIP Session A students attended the celebratory reception for Hong Kong’s Wine Boom, which was organized by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office at the Asia Society. - June 09, 2011 - FUSIA Communications, Inc.
NYPD Safety Talk
Safety is of utmost importance to any student in a foreign country. Hence FUSIA Communications organized a sharing session for CCIP Session A students with the Officers of the New York Police Department (NYPD), 109 precinct. - June 09, 2011 - FUSIA Communications, Inc.
VM Learning Solutions Noida Announces www.education.eee360.in
VM Learning Solutions announces www.education.eee360.in who help students for admission, counseling & career guidance. - June 09, 2011 - VM Learning Solutions
Dreyfuss Announces Major New Initiatives
Richard Dreyfuss, President and Founder of The Dreyfuss Initiative on civics, announced major new program initiatives including an American History Play Competition, establishment of the George Washington Institute on the Enlightenment, the acquisition and restoration of Happy Retreat, the home of Charles Washington, the brother of George Washington, and formation of a Curriculum Enhancement Project Team. - June 09, 2011 - The Dreyfuss Initiative
eLearners.com Announces 10 Online MBA Specializations You May Not Know About, But Should
Prospective online MBA students are no longer limited to finance or marketing specializations; can consider in-demand concentrations including healthcare or energy management - June 09, 2011 - eLearners.com
The Washington State University Residence Hall Association Nationally Recognized at Conference
At the 2011 NACURH national conference, The Washington State University Residence Hall Association place second out of more that 250 schools in a case study competition titled "Rebuilding." The competition entailed a prompt with a myriad of issues. Participants needed to devise a course of action to salvage the Residence Halls reputation. It was a very competitive process but WSU overcame the challenges to place second in the country. - June 04, 2011 - The Washington State University Residence Hall Association
An International Internship with the Academy of Internships Abroad Can be a Vital Addition to Graduate Resumes
A bachelor’s degree is no longer enough to secure a first job, international internships can put graduates a step ahead of the competition. - June 03, 2011 - The GVI Academy of Internships Abroad
Phoenix School of Law Bar Exam Results Are Highest in Arizona
PhoenixLaw’s first-time Bar exam writers scored an 82.1% passage rate, compared to the State’s average of 75.7%, according to statistics from the Arizona Supreme Court. - June 02, 2011 - Phoenix School of Law
Four Faith-Based U.S. Higher-Education Institutions Choose CAMS® Enterprise Campus-Wide Academic ERP System
CAMS® Enterprise academic management system serves colleges and universities of all kinds and sizes worldwide. - June 02, 2011 - Three Rivers Systems Inc.
Grenoble Ecole de Management Tunes in on iTunes U
The French school, renowned for its tastes in innovative pedagogy and technology has joined iTunes U. grenoble-em.com/itunesU. - June 02, 2011 - Grenoble Ecole de Management
EduKan Selects Biometric Signature ID for Online Student Authentication Using Breakthrough Patented Signature Biometrics Technology
EduKan selected BSI as their technology partner to be in compliance with the Education Act and not only exceed the student verification requirements but better manage the high growth of online enrollments they were seeing so they could also maintain the highest integrity levels and keep costs contained. - June 01, 2011 - Biometric Signature ID, Inc
College Resource Associates Presents Essay Writing Workshop
Joan Bress of College Resource Associates will share tips to writing application essays at Worcester Jewish Community Center. - May 31, 2011 - College Resource Associates
The University of Wisconsin-Madison Gift Guide
Shopping experts announce top University of Wisconsin-Madison gifts for alumni, graduates, and fans. - May 28, 2011 - Wisconsinmade.com
NC State Jenkins MBA Launches Dual Degree with Golden LEAF Biomanufacturing and Training Center
New Program Designed to Prepare Future Managers in Biomanufacturing Industry. - May 28, 2011 - Jenkins MBA
Financial Aid Association Issues Primer on Federal Student Aid Programs
National profile provides the latest information on the major federal student aid programs - May 27, 2011 - National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
Jayson Boyers of The Chef’s Academy Wins 40 Under 40 Leadership Award
Regional President of Culinary Institute Honored by Triangle Business Journal - May 27, 2011 - The Chef's Academy
HRC Fertility Today Announced Receipt of Daniel A. Potter Summer Internship
Daniel A. Potter MD and HRC Fertility, a leading fertility clinic, announced today The 2011 Daniel A. Potter, MD Summer Internship has been awarded to Travis Morgan, 22, of Anaheim Hills, CA. - May 26, 2011 - HRC Fertility
New Endowment for Future NEI Center at Florida International University
The future NEI Center(TM) has found a home at the Department of Molecular Microbiology and Infectious Diseases at the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine at the Florida International University. - May 25, 2011 - PANDORA Org
Spring Season Brings About a Flurry of Activity for Students of DuCret
This Spring season was an exercise in juggling one great opportunity after another as duCret students managed to fit in amongst their class schedules; a trip to Rome, an Annual Spring Art Show, a Portfolio Presentation and a Graduation Ceremony. - May 25, 2011 - duCret School of Art
Marilyn G.S. Emerson Elected to IECA Boad of Directors
College Planning Services, Inc. is pleased to announce that their founder and President, Marilyn G.S. Emerson, M.S.W., CEP has been elected to a second term as a member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA) Board of Directors. “I am very grateful for the support of my... - May 24, 2011 - College Planning Services, Inc.
CBT College Hosts Book Drive to Help Restock Libraries
South Florida college asks for community support in this project - May 22, 2011 - College of Business and Technology
Dedication Ceremony for the First Dry Fermentation Anaerobic Digester in the Americas
The dedication of the very first high solids dry fermentation anaerobic digester (HSAD) took place on May 18, 2011 at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. It will be the first biogas plant using this technology to go on-line, not only in the United States, but in all of the Americas. The facility,... - May 20, 2011 - BIOFerm Energy Systems
NC State Jenkins MBA Partners with Campbell University’s School of Law to Offer Dual JD/MBA Degree
New Offering Enables Students to Contribute to Effective Governance in North Carolina - May 20, 2011 - Jenkins MBA
Grenoble Ecole De Management Selected as a Pilot Study Center on Stress, Well-Being and Achievement at Work
The French school, which hosts a student and staff personal development facility, has been chosen by the French Government Department of Labour as a pilot study center focused on research into the assessment and management of work-related stress*, alongside Arts et Métiers Paris Tech. - May 20, 2011 - Grenoble Ecole de Management
Student Aid Professionals to Convene in Boston July 17-20
Get your press pass to attend this event and learn about the latest student aid trends and news - May 19, 2011 - National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
Student Reflects on UofL Program to Help Increase Physician Workforce in Medically Underserved Areas
One of the first students to enroll in a program at the University of Louisville to help address the acute shortage of physicians in medically underserved areas has completed the program, putting her one step closer to her goal of becoming a physician. Melissa “Missy” Sullivan of... - May 19, 2011 - University of Louisville Health Sciences Center
Stevens Launches Game-Based Laboratory Environment
Stevens Institute of Technology professors have developed an online laboratory in which students learn by interacting in a virtual environment, much like massively multiplayer online games (MMOGs) such as Half-life 2, The Sims, World of Warcraft, and Second Life. Two small-scale pilots ran in 2010 and 2011, with full-scale launch Fall Semester 2011. - May 19, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Alice Hoffman Young Writers Retreat Returns for Seventh Year — High School Juniors Invited to Participate in Summer Writing Workshop
Best-selling author Alice Hoffman and Adelphi University Ruth S.Ammon School of Education are collaborating for the seventh year to offer 30 high school students participation in an intensive summer creative writing workshop. - May 14, 2011 - Adelphi University
ISBR Business School Bangalore Announces Annual Convocation for Year 2011
ISBR Business School, a prominent Business School in India which is ranked among the Top MBA Colleges of India has announced Annual Convocation for Year 2011. - May 14, 2011 - ISBR Business School
Strategic Planning Online Supports Higher Education Institutions in Transforming the Learning and Academic Experience
Think Education Solutions was recently featured in “The South Florida Business Journal.” The article, written by Jeff Zbar, entitled “High-Tec Teaching - Software, Applications Transform the Learning and Academic Experience.” This article discussed how “the market for... - May 14, 2011 - Think Education Solutions
SACAC Students to Intern at Top Agencies
Sri Aurobindo Centre for Arts & Communication students to intern at top agencies. - May 14, 2011 - Sri Aurobindo Centre for Arts & Communication
Emperor’s College Offers Scholarships and Financing Options for Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Program
Scholarships and financial assistance options allow doctoral fellows to easily and responsibly fund their doctoral training. - May 13, 2011 - Emperor's College of Traditional Oriental Medicine
CSPA Selects Plano, Texas Student as 2011 Murray Glauberman Scholarship Award Recipient
The Consumer Specialty Products Association selects student Rennie Song from Plano, Texas, as the 23rd recipient of the Murray Glauberman Memorial Scholarship Award. - May 13, 2011 - Consumer Specialty Products Association
Island Expeditions Co. Offers Extraordinary Trips in Belize for High School and University Students
Island Expeditions Co. (IEC) is now booking educational trips to Belize for the 2011/2012 school year. IEC has been operating unique educational trips in Belize for the past 20 years. To create exceptional itineraries, IEC works closely with educators to develop a customized itinerary specific to the school’s travel and learning objectives. - May 11, 2011 - Island Expeditions
Unitek College Provides Top-Notch Support Services for Students
Unitek College has partnered with Student Resource Services, to provide counseling and support for any obstacles that may come between a student and their graduation day. Unitek College wants to see their students reach long-term goals, and giving support outside the classroom is a way to ensure... - May 11, 2011 - Unitek College
Teich Garden System at Westchester Community College Officially Opens
Teich Garden Systems LLC announced the opening of the 60’ x 40’ garden system at the Valhalla campus of Westchester Community College, part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system. At a ceremony on May 4th, the garden was officially named the Shirley A. Phillips/Lucille... - May 11, 2011 - Teich Garden Systems
McGill University Launches Bilingual Pulse Energy Dashboard for Energy Efficiency
As part of the rollout of its energy management program, McGill University unveiled a new bilingual online building energy management dashboard. The dashboard is one component of McGill’s new building energy management software, PulseTM. The software is a tool that which empowers... - May 10, 2011 - Pulse Energy
Adelphi to Host Conference “Working With Life's Traumas: Psychodynamic Perspectives on the Treatment of Child and Adult Survivors of Trauma”
On Saturday, May 14, 2011, Adelphi’s Gordon F. Derner Institute of Advanced Psychological Studies will host the conference “Working with Life’s Traumas: Psychodynamic Perspectives on the Treatment of Child and Adult Survivors of Trauma.” The event will take place from 9:00 a. - May 07, 2011 - Adelphi University
Derby College Opens Broomfield Gardens to Public
Derby College’s Broomfield Hall is opening its grounds to the public on Sunday May 15 as part of the National Gardens Scheme. Visitors can enjoy guided garden tours and nature walks, meet the College’s horticultural experts for gardening advice and visit Broomfield Hall’s small... - May 06, 2011 - Derby College