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"Hooah!" Converting Military Training to a Rewarding Civilian Career
William Penn University College for Working Adults will host a Career Summit Tuesday, April 15, 2014 for all service members and military veterans seeking to convert hard-won military training and experience into a rewarding civilian career. To better assist the participants and employers, there... - April 02, 2014 - William Penn University
Drug-Free South to Visit Smith County
The Truth About Drugs materials provide teachers, law enforcement and community groups with effective drug education tools. - April 02, 2014 - Drug Free South
Child Care Lounge Hosts Special Webinar for Child Care Professionals
On April 8, 2014 for the first time, Child Care Lounge will be conducting a live webinar entitled “Every Child is Unique.” This event will occur at 2 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. The training is designed for caregivers and educators of children of all ages. Students will learn how to... - April 02, 2014 - Child Care Lounge
Irish Academy of Public Relations to Welcome Brazilian Students to Ireland for the First Time This Summer
For the first time Brazilian students will be coming to Ireland to study for the Irish Academy of Public Relation’s Certificate in Journalism and Certificate in Event Management in July and August 2014. The courses will be held in Malahide Community School. - April 02, 2014 - The Irish Academy
DataRecovery.com Donates to Desert Vista Elementary in Apache Junction
DataRecovery.com, a world leader in hard drive data recovery services, announced a $1,000 donation to Desert Vista Elementary School for new playground equipment. The Desert Vista Elementary Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is attempting to raise about $30,000 to replace the current equipment,... - April 01, 2014 - Datarecovery.com, Inc.
D.C.'s Historic First Libertarian Primary Tuesday
There are 4 political party primaries in Washington, D.C. Tuesday - Democrats, Republicans, Statehood Greens, and for the first time Libertarians. Libertarians have 7 candidates on the ballot in 7 races, mayor, Congress, Shadow Senator, Shadow Rep, City Council at Large, Ward 3 city council, Ward 6 city council, and a write in candidate for City Council chair. DC allows same day registration for those not registered. Others may ask for special ballots to vote in the primary of their choice. - April 01, 2014 - D.C. Libertarian Party
Stop Common Core Colorado - National Day of Protest Against Common Core
Stop Common Core Colorado - National Day of Protest Against Common Core Saturday, 4/5/14 - 12PM to 3PM. Colorado State Capitol - West Steps. It will be a patriotic day. The group has Governor candidates, senators, representatives, elected officials and citizens who will speak out against Common Core. MC - Ken Clark from Grass Roots Radio. Everyone encouraged to join and take a stand! - March 31, 2014 - Stop Common Core Colorado
Africa and Afro-Cubans Reunite at Bare Bones
An eagerly awaited documentary of an incredible journey of reunion is coming to Bare Bones Film and Music Festival in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Two hundred years after they were separated by the horrors of the Transatlantic slave trade, a group of Africans and their lost family in diaspora find each other again. A timeless, universal story of discovery, acceptance and hope for the future. - March 31, 2014 - Unshackled Media
Hartford Ballroom Argentine Tango Teacher Invited to Teach at New England Tango Academy
Hartford Ballroom Argentine Tango Dance Instructor, Nate Evans, son of Connecticut dance legend, Michelle Evans, was invited to give a special seminar at the renowned New England Tango Academy in Boston. - March 29, 2014 - Hartford Tango
The American Foreign Service Association in Washington, D.C. Arranged for Patricia McArdle, Retired U.S. Diplomat and Award-Winning Author to Speak at Shepherd University
The American Foreign Service Association in Washington, D.C. arranged for Patricia McArdle, retired U.S. diplomat, screenwriter, and Winner of the 2010 Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award for her book, Farishta, to speak during a keynote luncheon co-sponsored by Women for Shepherd University, the... - March 29, 2014 - Harambee Conference, LLC.
Clinical Director of Sheppard Pratt’s Mann Residential Programs to Become Director of Its Jefferson School
Maureen McGuire, LCSW-C, 13-year dedicated Sheppard Pratt employee is new Director of Jefferson School. - March 29, 2014 - Sheppard Pratt Health System
Upcoming Alternative Provision in Education Conference by Capita Conferences – 20th May, Manchester
With the imminent publication of the Department for Education’s next interim report on the School Exclusion Trial, this conference will provide a crucial update on schools’ increased accountability for their alternative provision. - March 29, 2014 - Capita Conferences
Service Organization YRNO Wins Super Service Challenge
Service organization Youth Rebuilding New Orleans began their work in the New Orleans community right after Hurricane Katrina. They have been rewarded $44,000 for winning the Super Service Challenge. - March 26, 2014 - Youth Rebuilding New Orleans
PEM Inc. Announces Consultant Internships for Students and Recent Graduates in the Environmental Sciences and Management of the Environment
Students gain insights into current climate change and environmental challenges. - March 26, 2014 - Planetary Emissions Management Inc.
Gradeable Launches Digital Grading Mobile App
Gradeable, an online grading tool, launches a new mobile app that enables teachers to give students test results before they even leave the classroom. - March 26, 2014 - Gradeable
Irish Academy of Public Relations Announces Agreement with Dorben Polytechnic in Nigeria to Teach Their Courses
The Irish Academy of Public Relations announced today (24 Mar 2014) that it has entered into a formal agreement with Dorben Polytechnic in Abuja, Nigeria. It is the first college in Africa to offer the Irish Academy’s courses. The first 40 Academy students started their courses in January... - March 26, 2014 - The Irish Academy
Thomas Williams Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Thomas Williams of New Orleans, Louisiana has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition as a Lifetime Featured Member for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Thomas Williams Mr. Williams has over 40 years experience in the... - March 25, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Developmental Learning Solutions Now Providing Educational and Student Learning Services to San Jose
Educational Assessments, Tutoring with Design(TM), and Exceptional Student Support Now Available in San Jose/Santa Clara County. - March 24, 2014 - Developmental Learning Solutions
Big Studio & Startup Institute Boston
Big Studio designers take an opportunity to mentor students looking to jump-start careers in product design within startups. - March 23, 2014 - Big Studio
SPI Study Abroad Announces April 15, 2014 Application Deadline for Summer High School Immersion Programs
Leading high school study abroad provider announced the final application deadline for its summer language immersion and global leadership programs. - March 22, 2014 - SPI Study Abroad
Spanish in Spain. The Fun and Easy Way to Learn Spanish.
Javier Gimenez - born and raised in Barcelona - an economist with professional experience in multiple sectors, from auditing to yacht sales and marketing, had many foreign friends that wanted to learn Spanish in non-conventional ways. He discussed this idea with them and his sister - a University of Pennsylvania Spanish literature professor - on how to improve the experience and efficiency of learning Spanish in short term travels. From those discussions Don-Spanish.com was born. - March 21, 2014 - Don-Spanish.com
Financial Planning Association of Florida Supports HB 367 Financial Literacy Instruction in the Public Schools
The Financial Planning Association of Florida, representing over 1,200 members in Florida, is supporting Florida House Bill 367 as a state initiative to bring personal finance education to students. With studies showing nearly half of all students in Florida lack basic money managing skills,... - March 21, 2014 - Financial Planning Association of Florida
World Famous Poker Player Brothers Launch First Ever Sanctioned Online Poker Dealer School
With millions of people out of work or underemployed, the Mizrachi brothers Mike and Rob along with longtime friend Stacy Matuson decided to expand their land based Poker Dealer School online, to help train a professional workforce worldwide. “We get calls from all over the world from people... - March 20, 2014 - Mizrachi Dealer Academy
Study Finds Child Death Costs U.S. 1.5 Billion Annually
The death of a child at any age could cost the U.S. economy roughly 1.5 billion dollars per year, the majority of which results from presenteeism costs, according to a recent study. Dr. Melanie Fox, an economist at Austin College, said that productivity costs are often overlooked when a child dies,... - March 20, 2014 - MISS Foundation
Thousands of Dollars in Grants & Scholarships Still Available to Design Students
Thousands of dollars in Grants and Scholarships are unawarded and immediately available to University and College Interior Design focused students. Everyone needs to apply before April 30th, 2014 to be awarded these monies for their Design Projects. - March 19, 2014 - IFDA Educational Foundation
Savingforcollege.com Annual Survey Suggests Confusion Over College Savings Options May Delay Action
The results from Savingforcollege.com’s 2014 Annual College Savings Survey reveal that 70% of respondents have not yet started preparing to meet the future cost of college, despite indicating a strong interest in building up their savings. Survey findings signal a greater opportunity for the industry to continue their education efforts and promotion of 529 plans as beneficial savings tools to parents and grandparents. - March 19, 2014 - Savingforcollege.com LLC
Guan-Cheng Sun Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Guan-Cheng Sun of Seattle, Washington has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Guan-Cheng Sun Dr. Sun has over 16 years experience in the field of education. He is the Executive... - March 19, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Hooked on Phonics App Listed as Top 5 Education Apps in iTunes Store
The iOS mobile app is based on the award-winning Hooked on Phonics Learn to Read system, but offers completely new reading units, features, activities, songs and lessons from their analog product creating an exciting new digital reading program. Whether using the app solo or in conjunction with the analog Learn To Read system, the mission is still the same: Enriching Young Minds and Sharing the Gift of Reading anywhere, anytime on any media platform. - March 19, 2014 - Hooked on Phonics
BWSNews Brain Awareness Grant Recipients
Banyan Tree Foundation Academy – Point Loma, operated by Banyan Tree Educational Services, has been selected as the recipient of a license for Skatekids and Ramps to Reading as part of the BrainWare Brain Awareness Week Grant Program. The grant program supports the purpose of Brain Awareness Week in promoting a broader understanding of the importance of brain research and its contribution to effective learning and cognitive development in schools. - March 18, 2014 - Banyan Tree Educational Services
Gilbert Gordon, Ph.D., Has Been Recognized by America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals as a Roundtable Member in 2014
Dr. Gilbert Gordon has been honored with the distinction of being named Academic Trailblazer for his distinguished accomplishments in Education and he has been named as the Biography of the Month for November, 2014. Most recently, Professor Gordon has been named America’s Registry Industry Leader of the Year in Education for 2014. - March 18, 2014 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
The Gateway Family YMCA - Elizabeth Branch Offering Early Learning Readiness Program
Free community program supports school readiness; provides informal family, friend or caregivers with skills to enhance and support the learning experiences of children in their care. - March 17, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
SPI Study Abroad Announces Extended Application Deadline for Summer High School Immersion Programs
Leading high school study abroad provider enters extended application deadline period for its summer language immersion and global leadership programs - March 15, 2014 - SPI Study Abroad
LASPAU to Implement and Manage a New Scholarship Program for Haitian and Mexican Social Leaders
Over the next five years, LASPAU will implement and manage a new scholarship program for Haitian and Mexican social leaders to pursue graduate academic programs in the United States, Canada, Latin America, and Europe in fields that have the greatest impact on community development, such as child... - March 14, 2014 - LASPAU
PerfectStreak.com to Pay $100,000 for a “Perfect Bracket” in 2014 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament
Any PerfectBracket® contest participant picking all 63 winners will get a $100,000 win. - March 13, 2014 - PerfectStreak.com
One’s Word Launches Online English School in Latin America; Provides 100 Free Trial Lessons
English will maintain and enhance its supremacy in the international business arena. In its quest to teach the English language globally, One’s Word proudly launches its online English school in Latin America. Spanish: http://oneswordonline.com/ Portuguese:... - March 13, 2014 - One's Word INC.
"Go Wild!" with the Catalina Island Conservancy
Experience and Explore Nature - Just an Hour from Los Angeles - March 13, 2014 - Catalina Island Conservancy
Representatives of American Universities Are Going to Hold an Educational Fair in Tomsk State University
On March 17, regional director of Education USA centers in Russia, Katherine Scodova, and representatives of eight American universities will hold an educational fair in Tomsk State University. - March 13, 2014 - Tomsk State University
Rev It Up Reading Announces Free One Day Pass for Online Reading Course
Special Limited-Time Offer Provides Opportunity for Readers to Try the Course. - March 12, 2014 - Rev It Up Reading
GradePayments.com Powers Social Funding for Grade Achievement
The Web-Based Solution Connects Students and Sponsors Through an Online Crowdfunding Portal That Promotes Social Funding for Grade Achievement in the US and Abroad. - March 12, 2014 - GradePayments
Bath-Based Entrepreneur Revolutionizes the Way Young People Choose Their Study Options
A Bath-based entrepreneur has used the difficult experience he faced as a teenager to create an online course-listings service that revolutionizes the way students find college or university courses. - March 12, 2014 - getting-in.com
NAPW’s VIP Woman of the Year Was a Possible Candidate for President of the United States in 2012
Rayna M. Gangi, the National Association of Professional Women’s newest Woman of the Year, once tested the waters to become the first woman to head the most powerful office on earth. - March 11, 2014 - Empowerment, LLC
SANS SCOLT Luncheon Fosters Leadership for Southern Region Language Educators
The SANS Inc. SCOLT Leadership Luncheon takes place this week in Memphis, TN, as part of the annual Southern Conference on Language Teaching (SCOLT). This event is an opportunity to develop connections and foster collaboration among leaders of the 14 state associations in the SCOLT region. The theme of the 2014 Leadership Luncheon is "Strengthening the Corps: Building Leadership Across the SCOLT Region." - March 11, 2014 - SANS Inc. Instructional Technology for Language Learning
Helen Werner Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Helen Werner of Larchmont, New York has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Helen Werner Dr. Werner has over 40 years experience in the field of education. She is the Monroe... - March 11, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Worklogix Along with Ampere Thanks Visitors for a Successful GESS 2014
WorkLogix Middle East along with Ampere Japan is happy to announce a successful GESS 2014 participation in Dubai World Trade Centre from 4th to 6th March, 2014. At GESS 2014, Worklogix and Ampere displayed the most sophisticated and often claimed as the best Language Lab Listening Stations and... - March 11, 2014 - WorkLogix Middle East LLC
Lean Six Sigma Public Training Schedule Extends to German and Turkey
PMI has announced their expansion of their public training schedule into Germany and Turkey. The Lean Six Sigma Full Certified Green Belt will be running in four major cities throughout Germany as well as in one of the fastest-growing metropolitan economies in the world, Istanbul. - March 10, 2014 - Process Management International
The Faram Research Foundation Discovers a 26,000+ Year Old Science Which is Destined to Change History
Touted to change world history forever, the ancient science named "Geoglyphology", by The Faram Research Foundation, will revolutionize Archaeology. - March 07, 2014 - The Faram Foundation
Marianna Gleger, Founder Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Marianna Gleger of Pikesville, Maryland has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Marianna Gleger, Founder Ms. Gleger has almost 40 years experience in the field of education. - March 07, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Free GCP Training Course Now Live
Pharma Lessons – Zero Budget is proud to announce that its premier online GCP Training course has been completed. The training covers the international ICH Good Clinical Practice guidelines and regulations. Access to the materials is completely free and does not require registration or any... - March 07, 2014 - Pharma Lessons
Accredited Online Colleges Website is Now Mobile-Friendly
Accredited-Online-Colleges.com has now been updated with a mobile responsive website design. This helps visitors get more information about the online degree program or online college they are looking for. - March 06, 2014 - Accredited Online Colleges
CommonBond CEO and Co-Founder Joins Ivy Exec’s Mentor Network as a Featured Mentor
Ivy Exec and CommonBond are pleased to announce that David Klein, CommonBond CEO and Co-founder, has joined The IvyExec.com Mentor Network as the Ivy Exec Featured Mentor for March. David Klein will offer career advice during a live interview on March 20, 2014. An audience member will be selected... - March 06, 2014 - Ivy Exec