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Registration Opens for Business Women's Workshop: Seraphim Sphere
Karen Kleinwort, a Holistic Life Coach as well as CranioSacral Practitioner and Reiki Master, has a unique solution for business women – a powerful and empowering group coaching workshop. Kleinwort says registration opens June 1 for the group coaching series called Seraphim Sphere. - June 02, 2009 - Therapy in Transition LLC
Visix Launches New Web Site
The newly redesigned Visix web site goes live today on the World Wide Web. Visix aims to help organizations more effectively deliver visual communications, and the web site supports that goal by expanding and deepening the content offered to visitors considering digital signage purchases. The new... - June 02, 2009 - Visix, Inc.
West Covina Symphony Orchestra Presents Free "Spirit of America" Concert
The West Covina Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Sylvia Lee Mann, presents the "Spirit of America" concert on Saturday June 27, 2009 at 7 p.m. The program is presented in cooperation with the West Covina Chamber of Commerce, the City of West Covina, the Covina United Methodist Church and the West Covina United Methodist Church. Music by Dvorak, Gershwin, Albert, Mann, Sousa and Smith will be performed. - June 02, 2009 - West Covina Symphony Orchestra
Nciku's Popular Video Notes Now Available on YouTube
Chinese-English learning resource Nciku has expanded their hugely popular Video Notes feature to the ubiquitous YouTube. - June 02, 2009 - Nciku
IK Multimedia Announces Software Partnership with SAE Institute Campuses in USA
SAE Institute of Technology US campuses offer students IK’s Total Studio Bundle 2 for Audio Diploma Courses. - June 02, 2009 - SAE Institute of Technology, US
Visions In Education Student, Jeffrey Hannah, Wins Silver Medal at the 2009 California Skills USA California Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG) Competition
Visions In Education, one of California's leading provider of Home schooling and Independent Study programs is pleased to announce that student, Jeffrey Hannah earned a Silver Medal at the 2009 Skills USA State Competition for Gas Medal Arc Welding (MIG). Jeffrey’s path to success started... - June 01, 2009 - Visions In Education K-12 Charter School
NEMO 23rd Annual Meeting Features Arno Peters DVD and Behind the Scenes "Gossip"
The North East Map Organization meeting in Boston features a DVD presentation on the provocative Peters World Map. Dr. Bob Abramms, and his late mother, videographer Ruth Abrams, formerly of Brookline, MA, flew to Germany in 2001 to interview the controversial cartographer, Arno Peters, and filmed 25 hours of footage. The film was released in 2008 (trailer available on YouTube) and features a behind-the-scenes peek at the dynamics behind the creation of this revolutionary, world-changing map. - June 01, 2009 - ODT, Inc.
Mimi Rothschild Makes Homeschooling Curriculum Available to Christian Schools
Program availability creates win-win scenario for students and schools. - June 01, 2009 - Mimi Rothschild
Newly Released Music Course Helps Composers Compete with Pros
The Write Song ™ is a newly released music composition course developed and tested by professional composers and expert system computer programmers. They analyzed the output of thousands of popular composers. It covered styles such as rock, pop, blues, and urban music. The CD, Garden Of... - June 01, 2009 - The Write Song Course
NSCS Announces Finalists for National Grant Competition
he National Society of Collegiate Scholars is proud to announce the finalists of The Engaging Race, a $1,000 service initiative grant competition. - May 31, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Learning Italian with Amusement and Relax: La Dolce Vita
All the information about La Dolce Vita courses offered by the Italian language School Leonardo da Vinci in Milan, Rome, Florence and Siena. - May 31, 2009 - Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
The Society of Education Consultants Announces a 25% Rise in Membership, Indicating an Increase in of Independent Education Consultancy Since the Credit Crunch
The SEC reports a sharp increase in the number of new members, indicating that changes in the economy are creating more independent education consultancy opportunities - May 31, 2009 - Society of Education Consultants
Visions in Education Announces the Three Student Recipients of 2008/2009 VarsityBooks/eFollett "Achieving Beyond" Scholarship Awards
Visions In Education, one of California's leading provider of Home schooling and Independent Study programs is proud to announce the winners of the 2008/2009 VarsityBooks/eFollett “Achieving Beyond” scholarship. Emily Frey, Brittany Oakes and Yekaterina Karpenko each competed with... - May 30, 2009 - Visions In Education K-12 Charter School
Visions In Education Celebrates Winners of the 2008/2009 "Steve Phelps American Dream Scholarship" Awards
Visions In Education, one of Northern California's leading provider of Home schooling and Independent Study programs is pleased to share the accomplishments of the winners of 2008/2009 Steve Phelps American Dream Scholarship. Alena Kuzmenko, Jessica Sandoval and Tanya Delahaye each will receive a... - May 30, 2009 - Visions In Education K-12 Charter School
The Literacy Ambassador® Publishes First E-Book
TLA, Inc., an independent literacy consulting firm in Huntsville, AL, announcing release of president Cathy Puett Miller's first eBook for educators, librarians and families. Using 180 picture books to introduce ideas about art, history, music, and more, Miller provides an easy-to-use interactive resource with plenty of ideas. - May 30, 2009 - TLA, Inc.
Newark Social Justice Groups to Host Safe Spaces Education Conference
Newark Pride Alliance, American Civil Liberties Union, Hetrick-Martin Institute and RUPride are collaborating to host an all day conference on gay and lesbian bullying in schools. Featuring the NJ Commission for Bullying in Schools Chairwoman, the conference aims to empower educators to effectively handle and prevent abuse of gay and lesbian students. The event is free and open to all. - May 30, 2009 - Newark-Essex Pride Coalition
Italian Language and Fashion Show in Milan
All the information about the preparatory courses for Fashion Shows created by the Italian language school for foreigners Leonardo da Vinci in Milan. - May 29, 2009 - Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
ACHS Sponsors 30 AHA Memberships for the First 30 Students Who Enroll
On May 27, 2009, the American College of Healthcare Sciences pledged to sponsor 30 memberships to the American Herb Association (AHA) for the first 30 new students who enroll at ACHS in a degree or diploma program. ACHS is committed to the American herb industry and supports the goals of the AHA,... - May 29, 2009 - American College of Healthcare Sciences
Visions In Education Student, Josephine Kao Competes in the 2009 Scripps National Spelling Bee Held in Washington, D.C.
Visions In Education, one of California's leading provider of Home schooling and Independent Study programs is pleased to announce that Josephine Kao, an eighth-grade student is competing in the 2009 Scripps Spelling Bee being held in Washington, D.C. Josephine is currently featured on the American... - May 29, 2009 - Visions In Education K-12 Charter School
Mathematical Reasoning™ Earns iParenting Media Award
The Critical Thinking Co.™, award-winning publisher of educational books and software for all ages, is proud to announce that Mathematical Reasoning™ Beginning 1 has been named as one of iParenting Media’s 2009 Excellent Products. - May 29, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
New Forensics Title Transforms Students Into Criminal Investigators
Walch Education, a leading publisher of educational materials, has announced the publication of Hands-On Science: Forensics. The new title targets middle- and high-school students and may be ordered at www.walch.com. The latest addition to the acclaimed Hands-On Science series studies the science... - May 29, 2009 - Walch Education
J.W. Pepper Opens Doors to Two New Warehouses
J.W. Pepper, the world's largest sheet music store, has begun distribution from their two new music warehouses. - May 28, 2009 - J.W. Pepper & Son, Inc.
First Choice College Placement Launches New Website Offering Scholarship Opportunities
First Choice College Placement is pleased to announce the launch of a new website, Collegetreasure.com. The website features a database of over 2,900 College Based Scholarships valuing over $18,000,000. Students are able to search the database for free and find colleges where they may be eligible... - May 28, 2009 - First Choice College Placement
Rooted in Research, University of Houston's Biotech Program Grows by Leaps and Bounds
For those who have any doubt that a little bit of money can go a long way, University of Houston leaders point to the campus' Center for Life Sciences Technology. In a mere three years, the center has grown from a good idea for Texas to what the National Science Foundation reviewers have called a... - May 28, 2009 - University of Houston
Green Education Foundation and Fisher Elementary School Win Massachusetts 2009 Secretary's Award for Excellence in Energy and Environmental Education
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) granted the Green Education Foundation the Secretary’s Award for Excellence in Environmental Education for their outstanding efforts in furthering environmental learning. The intent of the award program is to honor and support educators “who are going above and beyond curriculum requirements to make a difference in protecting our planet while fostering the next generation of environmental stewards.” - May 28, 2009 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Green Education Foundation Announces Results of National Green Week 2009
Green Education Foundation announced today the results of its environmental sustainability program, National Green Week, which mobilized 400,000 students in 48 states to participate in green lessons and activities from 2/2-4/22/2009 (Earth Day). In total students eliminated 100,000 lbs of trash... - May 28, 2009 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
NSCS Announces the 2009 GEICO Achievement Award Recipients
Daniel DeMaiolo of Youngstown State University and Kristen Hicks of the University of California - Riverside, have received the GEICO Achievement Award, a $1,000 scholarship awarded to two members of The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS). NSCS is an honor society inviting freshmen and... - May 28, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Launch of Macmillan Dictionary Online
The new online edition of the award‐winning Macmillan English Dictionary, has been launched. The dictionary is already used in print and CD‐ROM format by English speakers in 140 countries worldwide. - May 28, 2009 - Macmillan Publishers Limited
Ashworth College Adds Graduate Certificates to Master’s Program
Ashworth College announced today that it will be expanding its Master’s program, to include Graduate Certificate programs. The six new certificate programs join the existing Master of Science and Master of Business Administration degree programs. Comprised of one semester’s worth of... - May 28, 2009 - Ashworth College
Communities in Schools of Brunswick County Receives GlaxoSmithKline Ribbon of Hope Grant
Harrill, president and CEO of Communities In Schools of North Carolina (CISNC) (www.cisnc.org), a nonprofit that helps youths stay in school, has announced that Communities In Schools of Brunswick County, in collaboration with Mad Science, the Ingram Planetarium, the Museum of Coastal Carolina and the Bald Head Island Conservancy, has received the $25,000 GlaxoSmithKline Ribbon of Hope grant. - May 28, 2009 - Communities In Schools Of North Carolina
New Book Helps Accident Victims Protect Their Rights
Louisville personal injury attorney Michael A. Schafer has published this book to give accident victims vital information that will level the playing field with the insurance industry. This book not only defines the elements of a personal injury case it also outline actions an accident victim needs... - May 26, 2009 - The Schafer Law Office
ACT - theact.tv -- to Announce Winners of Essay Contest on May 31, 2009
ACT, a national acting program, is sharing the gift of education in the arts with youth by sponsoring an essay contest, with funds donated in the winners' names to national charities -- funds totaling $1,500. - May 26, 2009 - ACT
Main Line Private School Seniors Receive Over $7 Million in Scholarships
Devon Prep’s Class of 2009 Receive Over 275 College Acceptances, 14 from Ivy League Schools. - May 25, 2009 - Devon Preparatory School
Secret Sauce and Acryn Partner to Deploy Mobile Learning Solution to US and Australian Schools
An innovative web and mobile phone software application called MiLK will now be offered as part of Acryn's Knowledge Community eLearning solution, as a result of an agreement reached today with technology commercialisation company, Secret Sauce. MiLK (Mobile Learning Kit) takes teaching and... - May 25, 2009 - Secret Sauce Pty Ltd
Irish Empire on DVD
The Irish Empire The Complete Five-part Series About the Irish Abroad Available on DVD July 28, 2009 Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of the acclaimed five-part documentary series that explores the history of worldwide Irish emigration. This complete series will be available on a... - May 24, 2009 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Hill Mullikin Kicks Off Online Giving Campaign for Furman University Titled, DoNotCallMeAtDinner.com
Furman University and Hill Mullikin kicked off an alumni awareness effort today called DoNotCallMeAtDinner.com that leverages email marketing and social media Web sites. The campaign was designed to create alumni awareness and increase participation with Furman University while raising funds... - May 24, 2009 - Hill Mullikin Marketing
$300,000 Award Supports University of Houston's High-Tech Career Initiatives
The University of Houston has received a $300,000 grant from the Texas Workforce Commission to bolster its efforts to recruit and retain historically underrepresented students in its engineering programs. The grant, part of the Texas Youth in Technology Strategic Workforce Development initiative,... - May 24, 2009 - University of Houston
Glenn Beck to Keynote Gala - George Wythe University's Singular Mission: "Building Statesmen" - National Shortage of Statesmen Addressed by Debut of Online Training
National radio and TV personality Glenn Beck will deliver the keynote address at George Wythe University’s (GWU) annual black-tie fundraiser Gala on the evening of May 30, 2009, in the rotunda of the Utah State Capitol. Emphasis will be placed on the 17-year-old private liberal arts... - May 24, 2009 - George Wythe University
Varsity Tutors is Now on Twitter
Follow Varsity Tutors on Twitter, @varsitytutors. - May 23, 2009 - Varsity Tutors
The e-Learning Lingo Podcast Show Talks About “Apraxia”
SyberWorks, Inc., a leader in custom e-Learning Solutions and the Learning Management System industry, today announces the next episode of the e-Learning Lingo Podcast Series, about the learning disability “Apraxia.” Dave Boggs, CEO of SyberWorks, states, “This week’s... - May 23, 2009 - SyberWorks, Inc.
Youth for Human Rights International World Tour 2009
In honor of the 60th Anniversary of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Youth for Human Rights International (YHRI) is again circling the globe, now on its sixth annual World Tour. The exciting World Tour 2009 includes Argentina, Australia, Barbados, Columbia, Jordan, Mexico,... - May 23, 2009 - Youth for Human Rights Tampa Bay
Joseph Russo - National Council for Financial Literacy Warns About "College Scholarship Scams"
Joseph Russo advisory from National Council for Financial Literacy - warns about the numerous types of scholarship scams circulating via e mail, phone calls and US mail - $100 million annually lost in these scams - May 23, 2009 - National Council for Financial Literacy
East Texas Baptist Now Offers a Criminal Justice Degree Online
The field of criminal justice is growing exponentially. To keep up with the times and the demands of future workers, East Texas Baptist University has decided to offer a Criminal Justice online degree program to service those unable to attend traditional classes. The new online degree program is an... - May 23, 2009 - The Learning House, Inc.
Northwest Missouri State University Chooses VitalSource Bookshelf® for e-Textbook Delivery
Northwest Missouri State University provides students with laptop computers equipped with VitalSource Bookshelf® e-textbook platform during the school year. - May 23, 2009 - VitalSource Technologies, Inc.
Fashion and Design Summer Courses in Milan for Summer 2009
Italian summer is dedicated this year to international students who wish to start or complete their training in the field of design, graphics and fashion in Italy thanks to the new Design Summer Courses organized by NABA, New Academy of Fine Arts in Milan, a recognized and quality art school that offers a new fully educational product just conceived for the incoming summer 2009. - May 23, 2009 - NABA Institute
3-D Style Book Commemorates 40th Anniversary of the Space Race and Its Phenomenal Conclusion
Murray Books, a boutique publishing house specializing in tactile books, is announcing the release of its latest and most exciting title, One Small Step, to celebrate the upcoming fortieth anniversary of man’s first walk on the moon. This hard cover book in the shape of the moon with a... - May 22, 2009 - Murray Books
SKOLKOVO Meets Potential Students in Yekaterinburg
It is already the second year that the Moscow School of Management SKOLKOVO is taking part in the Russian Economic Forum and holds several events in Yekaterinburg. During their visit to the Ural, Andrei Volkov, the school’s Dean and SKOLKOVO Infrastructure Research Centre Director Dr. Alan M. - May 22, 2009 - Moscow School of Management SKOLKOVO
Seize the Summer! Register Now for Top-Tier Tutoring's College Prep Boot Camp
Top-Tier Tutoring is challenging all high school students to complete its College Prep Boot Camp this summer. College Prep Boot Camp is a series of 8 workshops aimed at preparing students to tackle various aspects of the college application process, from essays to interviews. College Prep Boot Camp will be offered four times during July and August at Top-Tier Tutoring's center in West Orange, NJ. - May 22, 2009 - Top-Tier Tutoring, LLC
UMD Professor Honored with Inspire Integrity Award
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars honored Dr John Pease with the Inspire Integrity Award on Thursday at the University of Maryland Sociology Department Awards Ceremony. The Inspire Integrity Award is the nation's only student-nominated faculty award that recognizes professors for their... - May 22, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
$15 Million to Develop New University Prep Science & Math High School on Detroit’s Riverfront
The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, Thompson Educational Foundation and University Prep Science & Math (UPSM) today announced the beginning of renovation and construction for a new high school on Detroit’s near-east side. - May 22, 2009 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan