College & University News
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Ali Siddiq and Tom Joyner Set Sail to Benefit Black Colleges and Universities
Ali Siddiq, comedian, will set sail March 20, 2011 for the Tom Joyner Morning Show Cruise benefiting historical black colleges and universities - March 20, 2011 - Ali Siddiq
Phoenix School of Law Sends 300 Volunteers Into Community for Pro Bono Day of Service
Students, Faculty, Staff, Friends and Families to Spend Day Serving the Underserved. - March 19, 2011 - Phoenix School of Law
Phoenix School of Law Diversity Law Day to Celebrate Differences of Individuals in the Legal Profession
Only 1 in 25 lawyers is African American, Latino, Asian American or Native American - an alarmingly low rate for our diverse communities. The Phoenix School of Law has been committed to increasing the number of attorneys from underrepresented minority groups by making law school accessible to qualified individuals from all walks of life. Diversity Law Day was created to celebrate the differences among individuals in the legal profession and the communities in which they reside. - March 19, 2011 - Phoenix School of Law
Local Sporting Hero Opens New Derby College Facilities for Future Stars
Press photo opportunity: Badminton champion Donna Kellogg MBE will officially open Derby College’s new sports facilities at The Johnson Building on Wednesday, 16th March. - March 17, 2011 - Derby College
Eastern Mennonite University Uses QA Graphics’ Dashboard for Sustainable Education
Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) uses QA Graphics’ Energy Efficiency Education Dashboard to demonstrate the campus’ real-time energy use and provide education about their new sustainable residence hall. - March 17, 2011 - QA Graphics
Gadsden State Community College Website Recognized with Best of Show ADDY® Award
For higher education institutions, increasing student enrollment in a down economy often means taking stock of current marketing efforts and re-investing in areas capable of yielding the highest return. Such was the case for Alabama’s Gadsden State Community College (GSCC) last July when... - March 16, 2011 - Third Wave Digital
Portnov Computer School Offers New, More Challenging Programs to Career Changers
Portnov Computer School is now offering new, more challenging programs to career changers due to the increasingly demanding job market. - March 16, 2011 - Portnov Computer School
Epicure Digital Menu Boards with Nutritional Labeling Featured at NACUFS Midwest 2011
Epicure Digital, a leader in digital menu boards, presents the Epicure Digital Menu System with special emphasis on nutritional labeling at the NACUFS Regional Conference Showcase in Iowa, March 21, 2011 Booth #38 - March 16, 2011 - Epicure Digital
Wilmington College Promotes Tim Pruett to Associate VP
Tim Pruett, CPA has been promoted to Associate Vice President for Business and Finance at Wilmington College, Wilmington, OH. Bradley Mitchell, Vice President for Business and Finance, said the promotion is in recognition of Pruett’s “efforts and contributions,” he helped guide the College through its budget process and manage the day-to-day challenges. “It is clear that Tim’s efforts, knowledge, passion and commitment serve the College well.” - March 15, 2011 - Wilmington College
Wellies and Waterproofs at Derby College's Broomfield Hall
Derby College is holding a public open day at Broomfield Hall. - March 13, 2011 - Derby College
World's First International Centers for Outsourcing Studies (ICOS) in Universities
World’s first network of specialized Outsourcing Study centers is being established by the BPO industry standards leader BCI – The BPO Certification Institute, Inc. These International Center for Outsourcing Studies (ICOS), are being established in university campuses in BPO nations. - March 13, 2011 - BPO Certification Institute, Inc.
Tony McArthur, of GMMA, Explains Top Business School Rankings in the March Issue of Business Review Australia
In the March issue of Business Review Australia, the nation’s top business school rankings are explained by Graduate Management Association of Australia’s National Secretary Tony McArthur. He explains that when comparing five-star programs against the one-star programs, the three areas... - March 12, 2011 - WDM Group
Bill Valente M.S.W. ’11 Named NASW Social Work Student of the Year
The New York chapter of the National Association of Social Workers recognized Bill Valente M.S.W. ’11 as its Social Work Student of the Year. - March 12, 2011 - Adelphi University
Peregrine Academic Services Reaches Out to NACCE Members in Its Effort to Aid Community Colleges in Responding to Increased Calls for Accountability
Peregrine Academic Services, LLC, has chosen the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship NACCE) as its partner in an effort to prepare community colleges to effectively respond to growing demands for accreditation and accountability being placed on higher education institutions. - March 12, 2011 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
How to Choose the Best Smartphone Revealed in the March Issue of Business Review Australia
Business Review Australia, the leading digital business publication for C-level executives, is pleased to announce the launch of its March issue. In the cover story, “The Best Smartphones for Business Executives,” the digital magazine names the top five smartphones from Apple, HTC, LG,... - March 11, 2011 - WDM Group
The Durban 2020 Signature Edition with African Business Review
South African President Jacob Zuma has delivered his state of the nation address since the last issue, declaring that 2011 will be “the year of job creation” while celebrating the success of the 2010 FIFA Soccer World Cup. With this in mind, African Business Review takes a closer look... - March 11, 2011 - WDM Group
Adelphi to Exhibit Works by Monet from the Adele and Herbert J. Klapper Collection
Two masterpieces by French impressionist painter Claude Monet will be on display in the Adele and Herbert J. Klapper Center for Fine Arts at Adelphi University from April 9 to April 13, 2011. - March 11, 2011 - Adelphi University
NC State Jenkins MBA Team Earns Second Place in ACG Cup Competition
Five MBA Students Participate in Association for Corporate Growth Raleigh Durham Chapter’s Second Annual Competition. - March 11, 2011 - Jenkins MBA
Hope International University Professor Guest Lectures at Cal State Fullerton
HIU Professor, Dr. Curtis Holtzen, guest lectures at Cal State Fullerton. - March 10, 2011 - Hope International University
Law Professor, Dr. Leigh-Davis, Blasts the Historical Way Law School is Taught
Dr. Leigh-Davis was the sole person in a televised roundtable discussion, who did not favor the Socratic Method. - March 09, 2011 - Dr. Leigh-Davis
New Release Gives Chemistry Students Formula to Succeed in a Difficult Subject; Book by Peter Hibbert, Released by Dog Ear Publishing
This aid to college chemistry students offers a different approach to the study of chemistry. Instead of trying to inspire interest in this sometimes-challenging subject and to turn students into budding scientists, it provides information students can use to pass basic chemistry classes. Students... - March 06, 2011 - Dog Ear Publishing
Spain Study Abroad Announces College Study Abroad Semester & Year-Long Programs for 2011-2012 in Alicante
Leading provider of study abroad opportunities in Spain now offers new programs in the historically and culturally rich city in the Spanish province of Valencia, Alicante. - March 05, 2011 - SPI Study Abroad
Grade Results and the Confucius Center at the University of Memphis Partner to Deliver Live, Online, Interactive Mandarin Chinese Course
Grade Results, the leading innovator of live, one-to-one online instruction, is pleased to announce that it has partnered with the highly respected Confucius Institute at the University of Memphis (CIUM). Together, the organizations will offer Mandarin Chinese language and culture courses online to... - March 05, 2011 - Grade Results
Indira International Distance Education Academy Completes Two Years on UpsideLMS
Indira International Distance Education Academy (IIDEA), the distance education arm of Indira Group of Institutes, today completed two years on UpsideLMS. UpsideLMS was the platform used by IIDEA for managing distance education program for its learners. - March 04, 2011 - Upside Learning Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
hackNY Announces Its Second Year, Doubled Class Size for Summer ‘hackNY Fellows’ Program in New York City
Additional funding enables university-led initiative to open a second round of student applications for program matching startups with top technology students - March 03, 2011 - hackNY
Adelphi University Announces New Assistant Dean and Executive Director of AU PAC
Adelphi University has hired William Prenevost as the new executive director of AU PAC. - March 03, 2011 - Adelphi University
Prestigious Belizean Institute Team with Local Gardens
ISIS Belize signs agreement with the Belize Botanic Gardens - March 03, 2011 - ISIS Belize
FAMU Southern California Alumni Chapter Raises Scholarship Funds Through New Text Message Campaign
Text ORANGE to 50555 to donate $10 to the chapter's scholarship fund, which raises scholarship dollars to send California students to Florida A&M University. - March 02, 2011 - FAMU National Alumni Association Southern California Chapter
Turkish Academy of Sciences Launches MIT OpenCourseWare Translations
Initial publication includes Turkish versions of MIT math, chemistry, physics, and earth, atmospheric, and planetary sciences courses - February 26, 2011 - MIT OpenCourseWare
Spain Study Abroad Announces College Study Abroad Summer and Semester Programs for 2011-2012 in Sevilla
Leading provider of study abroad opportunities in Spain now offers new programs in the culture capital of Spain, Sevilla. - February 26, 2011 - SPI Study Abroad
Spain Study Abroad Announces College Study Abroad Semester & Year-Long Programs for 2011-2012 in Madrid
Leading provider of study abroad opportunities in Spain now offers new programs in the capital, Madrid. - February 26, 2011 - SPI Study Abroad
Spain Study Abroad Announces College Study Abroad Summer and Semester Programs for 2011-2012 in Barcelona
Leading provider of study abroad opportunities in Spain now offers new programs in the capital of Cataluña, Barcelona. - February 26, 2011 - SPI Study Abroad
Adelphi University to Host “Women in Government: Encouraging the Next Generation”
Adelphi University is pleased to announce the upcoming event, “Women in Government: Encouraging the Next Generation,” scheduled to coincide with the national celebration of Women’s History Month in March. Event attendees will hear stories from female elected officials, learn about... - February 26, 2011 - Adelphi University
Acclaimed Psychiatrist Jonathan Shedler, Ph.D., to Speak at Adelphi
Adelphi University is pleased to host Jonathan Shedler, associate professor of psychiatry at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and director of psychology at the University of Colorado Hospital Outpatient Psychiatry Service. He will speak on “The Efficacy of Psychodynamic... - February 25, 2011 - Adelphi University
Campus Dibs Completes Angel Round to Support Continued Growth and Innovation
Infusion of capital will facilitate expanded campus reach and business partnerships, while fueling innovation of Campus Dibs’ unique group-buying platform. - February 25, 2011 - Campus Dibs
MIT OpenCourseWare Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Announces goal to reach one billion minds in the next decade - February 25, 2011 - MIT OpenCourseWare
Adelphi University to Provide Full Scholarship to Winner of NY Knicks Poetry Competition
In support of a creativity and education initiative by the New York Knicks, Adelphi University is offering a full four-year scholarship to one of the winners of the Knicks Poetry Slam written competition, which finished receiving entries in January. The program aims to provide greater opportunities... - February 25, 2011 - Adelphi University
McGill University Selects Pulse Energy to Cut Campus Energy Use by 12%
McGill University and Pulse Energy partner to reduce campus building energy use. - February 24, 2011 - Pulse Energy
Study Shows Community College Contributes More Than $211 Million Annually to Its Area Economy
An independent study has been released detailing the economic and community impact of Ozarks Technical Community College. The study, presented to the Board of Trustees during their February meeting, shows that OTC contributes more than $211 million each year to its community through a combination... - February 24, 2011 - Ozarks Technical Community College
Facebook Campaign Seeks to Save Student Aid
Student groups, financial aid administrators launch Facebook campaign to oppose student aid cuts. - February 24, 2011 - National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
CBT College (College of Business & Technology) Launches "Tech Troopers"
The New Program Puts Students "on the Job" and Offers "Tech" Services for the Lowest Prices - February 23, 2011 - College of Business and Technology
CBT College Named as Lead Sponsor of New World School of the Arts (NWSA) Renowned Puttin' on the Ritz Annual Concert
CBT College will be participating in this prestigious event to help raise funds for the NWSA high school ensemble. - February 21, 2011 - College of Business and Technology
Community Colleges to Offer a Direct Selling Entrepreneur Certificate to Foster Business Opportunity with Education
Direct Selling Education Foundation and National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Join to Address Educational Needs of Direct Sellers. - February 19, 2011 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
NC State Jenkins MBA Student to Attend 2011 Sony Marketing Strategy Case Competition
Debranetta Gethers Participates In Sixth Case Competition In Two Years - February 19, 2011 - Jenkins MBA
Stevens Honors Students at Fourth Annual Founder’s Day
Stevens Institute of Technology honored students at an awards ceremony on the Fourth Annual Founder's Day. - February 18, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
United States University Announces New Campus in Cypress
Instruction Begins for the Spring II Session on March 7, 2011. - February 17, 2011 - InterAmerican College
CRAA Launches Mobile Application for Its Existing and Prospective Students
Clinical Research Academy of America (CRAA), has launched a new, one-of-its-kind mobile application which takes mobile learning to a whole new level. Students can access study materials, take assignments or browse the internet through this "app." - February 17, 2011 - Clinical Research Academy of America
Sikkim Manipal University Announces Admissions Open
Sikkim Manipal University Directorate of Distance Education Announces Admissions Open - February 17, 2011 - Manipal Universal Learning Pvt Ltd
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Harnesses Mosaic Technology to Meet Evolving Needs of Students
Mosaic Technology, a leading expert in virtualization and data storage technology, today announced that Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) is transitioning to a virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) for its campuses in Boston, Worcester, and Manchester, N.H. The VDI... - February 16, 2011 - Mosaic Technology
Lab Automation University Fosters Productivity in the Scientific Workplace
The Institute for Laboratory Automation and Lab Manager Magazine have created Lab Automation University, an annual event to teach lab managers and personnel how to plan for and apply automation technologies to their work. - February 16, 2011 - LabX