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Release of Ground Breaking eBook: The Real Story of Essential Oils is Revealed
Our ancestors used essential oils for many medicinal purposes, and research has verified that these oils contain healing properties. To learn about how essential oils can benefit you and your loved ones, read Hooper’s new eBook, "Introduction to Essential Oils." - May 21, 2009 - Diana Hooper
Founder of SkyVault Publishing Offers Free Career Coaching Services to Ex-Military and Unemployed
Tampa-based employability expert announces new program, especially tailored for those who need it most during an economic downturn. - May 21, 2009 - SkyVault Multimedia Publishing
Female Math and Science Pros Offer Summer SAT Prep and Tips for Girls to Get Ahead
Female students can achieve the same level of success as their male counterparts on the SAT when they have female educators to serve as their teachers and mentors counsels Marlisa Johnson of Mathtopian Preparation, Inc. Johnson’s best tip for girls and their parents: “start early!” - May 21, 2009 - Mathtopian Preparation
Career Step Approved to Train Military Spouses with Department of Defense MyCAA Funds
Career Step has been approved by the Department of Defense to train military spouses under the department’s MyCAA education funding program. - May 21, 2009 - Career Step
Balfour Beatty Construction Selected as General Contractor for New Museum of Nature & Science Facility at Dallas’ Victory Park
Balfour Beatty Construction has secured a contract with the Museum of Nature & Science to serve as construction manager for the new facility to be built in Dallas’ Victory Park. The 160,000-square-foot museum, which will be named the Perot Museum of Nature & Science, is scheduled to... - May 20, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Award Winning Independent Film, Perfect Sport, is Released on DVD
Washington-based entertainment production company Building Block Pictures LLC, in conjunction with Washington-based distributor Indieflix Inc, is releasing the multi-award-winning feature “Perfect Sport” on DVD on Tuesday May 19 2009 after a successful festival run. Writer-director... - May 20, 2009 - IndieFlix Inc.
The Small Business Company Signs MOU for New Software Development
The Small Business Company (OTCBB: SBCO) has signed a Memorandum Of Understanding to create a new category of CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software product for the underserved micro-entrepreneur (sole proprietor to five employees) market. Code named “Sales Leap™,” this web-based CRM package will provide small business owners with an integrated solution at a price and performance unseen before. - May 20, 2009 - The Small Business Company
CPEhr Prepares Students from Downtown Business Magnet High School for the Workforce
CPEhr and Junior Achievement’s host their second Job Shadow Day in an effort to prepare students for their first job. Job Shadow Day includes Labor Law, Business Ethics, Financial Preparedness, and additional workshops and sessions. - May 20, 2009 - CPE HR, Inc.
Pioneering Chinese-English Online Learning Website Nciku Launches More Innovative Features
Nciku is a free online Chinese-English dictionary platform with many unique search options and various features, the latest of which is Sentence Mode, an intuitive tool that takes searching for characters to a whole new level. - May 20, 2009 - Nciku
Indianapolis Meet The "i" Team
This press release features the first school year of The Independence Academy of Indiana, a private non-profit school that for children with high functioning autism in grades 5-12. The release tells the story how art has inspired its staff and students. - May 20, 2009 - The Independence Academy
Dr. Beth Hagan Trains 24 New FastTrac™ Facilitators in New York City
Master Facilitator Dr. Beth Hagan conducted FastTrac™ Facilitator training this past week in New York City to certify 24 new FastTrac Program Facilitators. They in turn will deliver the FastTrac program to business owners and entrepreneurs this summer. New York City is offering the FastTrac... - May 20, 2009 - FastTrac
Tutors International Launches Course Ideal for Students Taking a Gap Year Before Applying to University to Avoid Uncertainty in British University Admissions System
This year, the admissions process for university is changing, with the introduction of the 'adjustment period.' Tutors International’s new course is designed to benefit students delaying their application until after final A-level results are known to avoid uncertainty. - May 20, 2009 - Tutors International
These Kids Mean Business
A new workshop for kids on entrepreneurship and financial literacy. - May 20, 2009 - My BizKidz
Trinity Academy of Raleigh Announces 2009 Valedictorian and Salutatorian
Dr. Robert Littlejohn, head of school at Trinity Academy of Raleigh (www.trinityacademy.com), a preK-12 college preparatory school community located in North Raleigh, has announced the valedictorian and salutatorian for the academy’s graduating class of 2009. Kelsey Stoner has been named the... - May 20, 2009 - Trinity Academy of Raleigh
nuResume Announces Winners of Star Student Contests in Marketing and Technology
Judges from Sun Microsystems, KLA-Tencor, Classmates, San Jose Sharks, GradeGuru and Waggener Edstrom offer great prizes including internship interviews and more. - May 20, 2009 - nuResume
Professor Textbook Enables Professors and Instructors to Self Publish Textbooks for Optimal Course Effectiveness
Now professors and Instructors can publish their own textbook with the help of Professor Textbook. Professors and instructors looking for a way to optimize textbook content and design finally have a solution. Professor Textbook, created by the guys who brought you Dog Ear Publishing, offers... - May 19, 2009 - Professor Textbook
Discover the Answer to Dyslexia Lecture Tour with Internationally Acclaimed Author and Dyslexia Expert, Ronald D. Davis, Comes to Boerne, TX
Ronald D. Davis, author of Amazon's best selling book, The Gift of Dyslexia is coming to Boenre, TX to share his breakthrough methods on correcting dyslexia. Ron will share his fascinating life story as an autistic child and severely dyslexic adult and how he discovered the answer to his dyslexia. Ron researched and developed what is now known world wide as The Davis Dyslexia Correction Methods. Ron claims a 97% success rate in correcting dyslexia. - May 19, 2009 - The Dyslexia Solution
DTR Inc. CEO, Jay Goldberg's Work Readiness Book is a Hit in Adult ESOL Courses
The highly regarded work readiness book, "How to Get, Keep and Be Well Paid in a Job" has been extremely effective in adult ESOL courses at Jupiter High School in South Florida. DTR Inc. is now offering discount pricing for bulk purchases for other programs that want to use the book. - May 19, 2009 - DTR Inc.
Education Online Services Corp Announces $5 Million Financial Aid Initiative for Morris Brown College
Education Online Services Corp today announced a $5million Financial Aid initiative on behalf of the Morris Brown College student community during the 2009 commencement at Morris Brown College. - May 19, 2009 - Education Online Services Corp
New to Campus? Find Your Way with Here2There
Here2There Interactive wayfinding software help universities offer easy to use wayfinding for visitors and new students through on-site kiosks and the web. - May 18, 2009 - Global Software Applications
4 Corners Maps Announces New Classroom Map Sets & Packages
4 Corners Maps has new classroom map products including History Map Sets, Continental Wall Map Sets and State Wall Map/Desk Map Packages. Maps are available on pull down spring rollers and/or floor stand flip charts. They are competitively priced and are currently available for shipping at no extra cost. - May 18, 2009 - 4 Corners Maps
Main Line Private School Athlete Named BAL “Player of the Year”
Devon Prep Basketball Players Recognized by Bicentennial Athletic League. - May 18, 2009 - Devon Preparatory School
The Career Value Book: How to Land a Job in a Tough Economy
How does a job seeker stand out from a crowd of millions in today’s competitive market? Charismatic author and economic survivor William Uter has published an appropriate solution: The Career Value Book. Uter has been in the running with thousands of applicants competing for the same limited... - May 17, 2009 - Career Value Generation
Nabil Fahmy Named to Top Post at AUC
The American University in Cairo announced today that Egyptian Ambassador Nabil Fahmy has been named to lead the university’s newly established School of Public Affairs (SPA). The School is being established to develop and enhance the capacity of individuals, governments, and NGOs to respond... - May 17, 2009 - The American University in Cairo
Summer Programs in Milan, Italy. The Cutting Edge of Fashion, Communication and Design
Find useful information about the Summer Programs offered by the New Academy of Fine Arts NABA, just in the glamorous and stylish Milan. - May 17, 2009 - NABA Institute
Leading International Private Tutors Agency Receives Record Number of Last Minute Requests for Private Tutoring in Lead Up to Summer Exams
Tutors International has received record numbers of enquiries from parents desperate to secure intensive private tuition in lead up the summer exams, but founder Adam Caller warns that better forward planning is needed. - May 17, 2009 - Tutors International
New York College of Health Professions Sees Encouraging Economic Outlook for Entrepreneurial Institutions
New York College of Health Professions will hold its 2009 Commencement Ceremony this Sunday, May 17, 2009 at the Melville Marriott, Long island. The College is expecting about 1200 attendees and projects that this year’s operations at the College will be one of the best in its history because... - May 17, 2009 - New York College
Free Online Advance Maths Coaching for CBSE and ICSE Students
GlobalTutor.org – an online tuition centre from India, is offering advanced coaching in Maths, to Indian students entering their X and XII standards. Students who have completed their IX or XI standard, in ICSE or CBSE syllabus, are eligible to apply for these holiday classes. - May 17, 2009 - Global Tutors.org
NSCS Announces Members of 2009-2010 National Leadership Council
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars is pleased to announce members of the National Leadership Council for the 2009-2010 academic year. • Alexander Kaplan, University of California Berkeley • Amy James, University of Toledo • Brady Griffith, Crown College • Brandon Wold,... - May 16, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
12 NSCS Members Accepted Into China Language & Teaching Program
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) is pleased to announce the following members have been accepted into the China Professional Training and Language Academy program for the summer session: • Andrea Anstett, University of Michigan • Tereza Hopewell, Texas Christian... - May 16, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
e-Learning Lingo Show Delves Into “Problem-Based Learning”
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 a technique used in both traditional and electronic instruction: “Problem-Based Learning.” Dave Boggs,... - May 16, 2009 - SyberWorks, Inc.
Franchisor Coach Paul Roesch Lectures at Lindenwood University About Franchising and Entrepreneurship
The Franchisor Coach, Paul Roesch lectured about Entrepreneurship and the benefits of the Franchise business model to aspiring business owners at Lindenwood University in Belleville, IL. on May 6, 2009. - May 16, 2009 - The Franchisor Coach
Skoobit Announces Students from Westminster College as Winners of the “Just Skoobit” Campaign Contest
Westminster College students receive a full semester of free textbook rentals from Skoobit in recognition of their effective campus-wide campaign. - May 16, 2009 - AJR & Partners
Changes to German Education System Creates New Demand for Private Tutors, as Parents Seek Educational Support to Keep Children at 'Gymnasium' Level Schools
Changes to the education system in Germany mean that parents and schools will have a say in which type of secondary education a child receives. With more borderline children anticipated to enter the 'gymnasium' level schools, parents are seeking private tutors to supplement schooling. - May 16, 2009 - Tutors International
Language Portal Wijng.com Targets International Market
Wijng.com now offers high quality free language resources in English. - May 16, 2009 - Wijng.com
Innova World Wide Institute Opens Spring 2009 Center for Lifelong Learning Registration
Announcing Innova World Wide Institute's (IWWI) open registration for Spring 2009 courses for its Center for Lifelong Learning (CLL). - May 16, 2009 - Innova World Wide Institute
Coventry University Recognised at Learning Impact Awards
Coventry University, supported by The Learning Edge Europe’s EQUELLA solution, has been recognised at the annual Learning Impact Awards. Coventry University’s CURVE project was acknowledged with a ‘best in category’ award as the best institutional repository. Winners were... - May 15, 2009 - The Learning Edge International
Mimi Rothschild Offers Summer Options for Homeschooling Parents
Continuing education in the summertime can further sharpen skills. - May 15, 2009 - Mimi Rothschild
SAE Institute Offering Free Audio and Film Workshops
SAE campuses in the US are offering a series of free workshops open to the public between May 22nd and June 5th. Learn from faculty and guest lecturers on topics ranging from Remixing to Final Cut Pro. - May 15, 2009 - SAE Institute of Technology, US
Trinity Academy Of Raleigh Announces New Athletic Director
Dr. Robert Littlejohn, head of school at Trinity Academy of Raleigh (www.trinityacademy.com), a preK-12 college preparatory school community located in North Raleigh, has announced that the academy has hired David Schenk as athletic director. In this position, Schenk will oversee and provide... - May 15, 2009 - Trinity Academy of Raleigh
SMARTHINKING Completes Review of One Millionth Essay
SMARTHINKING, Inc. (www.smarthinking.com), the market leader in providing online tutoring and academic support to students, has announced that the online writing lab has evaluated its 1 millionth student-submitted essay. The online writing lab provided by SMARTHINKING’s Web site is staffed... - May 15, 2009 - SMARTHINKING
Northeastern Girls Collaborative Project - Rhode Island Kick-off
Northeastern Girls Collaborative Project to Kick-Off in Rhode Island On May 16, 2009, the Northeastern Girls Collaborative Project (NEGC) will officially kick-off its expansion into Rhode Island. Bringing together organizations throughout New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts and Rhode Island, the... - May 15, 2009 - Tech Collective
Youth Collect Petition Signatures to Make Human Rights a Reality
Youth For Human Rights International conducted the annual International Human Rights Petition Signathon to create grassroots support for mandating that human rights, specifically the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, be taught to every child in school. On December 10, 1948 the General... - May 15, 2009 - Youth for Human Rights Tampa Bay
Industry Experts Say a SextCast is a Far More Dangerous Issue to Our Digital Generation Than Sexting Alone
If you are a kid, parent, teacher, reporter, or government agency still wrapped up with the phenomenon of "sexting", then much like the rapid development of digital technology, your digital knowledge and concerns are already outdated. - May 14, 2009 - Institute of Responsible Online and Cell-phone Communication
CDIA at Boston University Will Hold Study Abroad Workshops This July in Nova Scotia
The Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University (CDIABU) will hold its annual Photography and Filmmaking Workshops in Nova Scotia in July. With both beginner and intermediate sessions, the program is open to anyone interested in learning or honing their craft. Taking full advantage of the... - May 14, 2009 - Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University
Financial Literacy Council Advisory About Renters Becoming Victims of Foreclosures - Joseph Russo - National Council of Financial Literacy
National Council for Financial Literacy warns renters being overlooked and victimized by foreclosure procedures. Renters evicted are not even aware that a property is being turned back to a bank and lose all their possessions. - May 14, 2009 - National Council for Financial Literacy
The Founders Fund, Inc. Honors 2009 Scholarship Recipients
Students were invited to a reception in their honor as the latest, in a long line, of outstanding high school seniors who will be receiving a Founders Fund college scholarship beginning 2009. The Founders Fund, Inc., a non-profit, tax-exempt charitable organization, awarded 27 scholarships this... - May 14, 2009 - The Founders Fund, Inc.
Blueprint Admissions Signs Coker College; Its Agreement to Develop and Manage One of Four Groundbreaking Pre-College Summer Programs Set for Launch in Summer 2010
Blueprint Admissions (bpadmissions.info), a leading-edge provider of pre-college summer programs for liberal arts colleges, has announced its agreement to develop and manage a groundbreaking new program for Coker College of Hartsville, SC. With the addition of Coker, the company currently has three openings left in its innovative partner-school network. The programs will begin development fall 2009, and will open for enrollment in January 2010. - May 14, 2009 - Blueprint Admissions, Inc.
NSCS Announces Students Published in the Spring 2009 Collegiate Scholar
Congratulations to the following members whose submissions were selected for The Collegiate Scholar- NSCS' online literary magazine for members. All articles are member-submitted. • Christine Montelione, Miami University • Delane Jacquin, Missouri State University • Kathleen Byrnes,... - May 14, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Local Career School Offers Online Training for Nursing Assistants in Oregon
Caregiver Training Institute announced today that it is accepting applicants into its first ever online course for becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). The school will become the first private career school in the state to offer online CNA training using the online course approved by the... - May 13, 2009 - aQuire Training Solutions