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Worldcheaper: Into Charities All Over the World
Worldcheaper have decided to donate $5 to a worthy charity for every air ticket bought at www.worldcheaper.com. They’re doing this because they care, because they love, because they hope for a better tomorrow for all man. - March 24, 2009 - WayBy.com
Free Financial Aid Workshop Offered on March 26, 2009 at Top-Tier Tutoring in West Orange
Top-Tier Tutoring, located in West Orange, NJ, offers a free financial aid workshop to parents of high school students. The workshop is on Thursday, March 26, 2009. - March 24, 2009 - Top-Tier Tutoring, LLC
InkPeace Announces Fundraiser Program to Benefit Long Beach Schools
Long Beach-based company partners with LBUSD WRAP in designing and delivering recycling receptacles for inkjet cartridges; firm to split profits 50/50 with area schools. - March 24, 2009 - Inkpeace, LLC
Case Study: Online Tutoring Helps Reinforce School Lessons
Inge of Vancouver, BC was faced with the prospect of her son, Max, being held back a grade because of his failing math grades. "This Fall, I realized that Max had missed a full year of math instruction due to scheduling conflicts the past year and was now failing." - March 23, 2009 - TutorJam
Juvenile Justice Staff in Marianna, FL Learn How to Drop Stress and Negativity "at the Door."
The ARISE CHOICES: Drop It at the Door workshop teaches those that work in high-stress environments how to manage their emotions and lead happier, more fulfilling lives, both at work and at home. - March 22, 2009 - ARISE Foundation
Ashworth College Partners with GoArmyEd.com to Offer Online Education to Enlisted Service Members
Ashworth College, today announced that it has partnered with the United States Army to provide online college degree programs to military service members via GoArmyEd.com. Active-duty soldiers and military families often are deployed at a moment's notice. This can create a barrier to pursuing a... - March 22, 2009 - Ashworth College
Ashworth College Supports Gwinnett Humane Society
Ashworth College announced today that it will continue its community service endeavors by supporting the Gwinnett Humane Society. Throughout the month of March, Ashworth College administration and staff will donate a variety of items to be used by the Humane Society – ranging from pet food... - March 22, 2009 - Ashworth College
CSB Connecticut School of Broadcasting Re-Opens
Broadcasting school resumes classes for all students on Monday, March 23. - March 22, 2009 - CSB School of Broadcasting
SMARTHINKING to Exhibit at National Center for Academic Transformation Event
SMARTHINKING, Inc. (www.smarthinking.com), the market leader in providing online tutoring and academic support to students, has announced that its representatives will participate in the National Center for Academic Transformation’s (NCAT) Third Annual Redesign Alliance Conference March 22-24... - March 22, 2009 - SMARTHINKING
Star Student Contests Announced for Top Students Looking for Internships and Recognition
Judging companies include Sun Microsystems, Classmates.com, San Jose Sharks, KLA Tencor, and GradeGuru. - March 22, 2009 - nuResume
Link Shuttle Inc. Marks 13 Year Milestone with Intro of New Vehicle-Integrated Technology & Specialized Passenger Transport Services
Through a tough economy, one So. Cal transportation company marks a milestone by investing in its continued growth, adding new proprietary GPS tracking technology to its vehicle fleet and bolstering its passenger transport service offering. - March 21, 2009 - Link Shuttle Inc.
Chester College of New England Set to Launch New Online Certificate in Creative Writing
Chester College, located in Chester, New Hampshire, is launching a new online certificate in Creative Writing this fall. - March 21, 2009 - eLearnPortal
Wives Behind the Badge Launches Scholarship Program
Wives Behind the Badge (WBTB) announced today the availability of scholarship money for children of law enforcement officers. The scholarship provides educational/vocational financial assistance to the dependent children (natural or adopted) of law enforcement officers who are pursuing higher... - March 21, 2009 - Wives Behind the Badge, Inc.
Communities in Schools of North Carolina Field Services Specialist Discusses Youth Gang Phenomenon
Linda Harrill, president and CEO of Communities In Schools of North Carolina (CISNC) (www.cisnc.org), has announced that Danya Perry, field services specialist with the organization, will discuss the youth gang phenomenon on Monday, March 23 from 2-5 p.m. at the Dennis Wicker Civic Center, located... - March 21, 2009 - Communities In Schools Of North Carolina
Illinois State University Selects Agilon Business Financials Powered by Agresso
Illinois State University Foundation has selected Agilon's Business Financials solution, powered by Agresso, to replace its legacy mainframe-based system. - March 21, 2009 - Agilon, LLC.
Tutors International Announces a Strong Demand for Specialist SAT Tuition in London
Parents of students applying to American universities are engaging the services of private tutors for SAT tuition to give their children the best chance when applying to American universities - March 20, 2009 - Tutors International
SMARTHINKING to Exhibit at TechEd 2009
SMARTHINKING, Inc. (www.smarthinking.com), the market leader in providing online tutoring and academic support to students, has announced that its representatives will participate in the TechEd 2009 conference March 22-25 at the Ontario Convention Center in Ontario, Calif. TechEd connects K-20... - March 20, 2009 - SMARTHINKING
Newt Joins the Party
Gingrich Joins Smart Girl Politics in Nationwide Tea Party Coalition - March 19, 2009 - Smart Girl Politics
Realtime Arts Enables Computer Artists to Acquire New Skills
The company launches Digital Arts Guild website to provide high quality learning resources for computer artists. - March 19, 2009 - Realtime Arts LLC
Hands-on Science Learning Company Releases New Website for Science Educators and Students
A new website, www.LabPaq.com is launched by Hands-On Labs, Inc. (HOL). HOL produces LabPaqs®, academically aligned boxed collections of science laboratory materials for secondary and post secondary science lab courses. These materials allow online and on-campus students to safely and effectively perform course specific laboratory assignments, anytime and anywhere. - March 19, 2009 - Hands-On Labs, Inc. - LabPaq
Learning Professional Italian in Florence, Siena, Rome and Milan
All information about the Professional Italian Courses of the Italian language School for foreigners Leonardo da Vinci in Florence, Siena, Rome and Milan. - March 19, 2009 - Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
Success in Recession Through Moore Motivation
Daniel Moore is the founder and president of Moore Motivation. With the release of his new book "The 10 Affirmations of Motivation," he has taken the speaking industry by storm. - March 18, 2009 - Moore Motivation
Dream Village Launches Saved by the Well; US Kids Participate in World Water Week
Dream Village launches March 20, 2009 as a kick-off to World Water Week (March 22-28). Their first book, Saved by the Well, discusses the global water crisis in a way that is accessible, entertaining, and inspiring for any child. One need only speak to the teachers, scout leaders, and community... - March 18, 2009 - Dream Village
KinderSkills Incorporates Recent Advances in Brain Research to Help Young Children Build Critical, Early Developmental Skill Sets, Through Play
The initial presentation of KinderSkills is a puzzle creation and skills learning program called PicturME Puzzler. PicturME Puzzler provides children with a unique puzzle play experience using your own digital photos right on your computer. - March 18, 2009 - KinderSkills.com
Research Study Finds E-Invoicing and Online Payments Reduce Outstanding Receivables 42.6% in School-Age Child Care Program
Electronic payment solutions found to increase revenue, reduce receivables, speed payment collection, and reduce administrative burden. - March 17, 2009 - SofterWare
New Courses for Aspiring University Students Launched by Private Tuition Agency, Combining Outdoor Activities and Academic Tuition
Tutors International, leading agency for live-in private tutors, has announced a range of new courses offering designed to give students the opportunity to demonstrate breadth of experience when applying to university - March 17, 2009 - Tutors International
After Making Waves in the United States and UK
After making waves in the UK and the United States, the leading online math tutorial provider, Whizz Education has launched their service in India. The maths learning portal, www.whizz.com, brings to the students, teachers and the parents, the most fun filled and interactive mode of imparting... - March 17, 2009 - Whizz Education
American Right of Way Associates Holds Haynesville Shale Training Class
American Right of Way Associates will hold a training class March 21st, 2009 at the Petroleum Club of Shreveport. The class is titled Right of Way Agent Training Program. It was developed to teach the skills necessary for new right of way agents to serve the various oil and gas companies located in... - March 16, 2009 - American Right of Way Associates
Discover Secrets of Spiritual Knowledge – eBook Dictionary of Biblical Symbolism
At long last the means that will free you from having to listen to others’ interpretations of the Bible. You and you alone will judge what is true and what isn’t. You will be mightily surprised. - March 16, 2009 - inhousepress
Cassbeth Releases a New Version of the Free Constitutional Analysis Tool (CAT) Software for Educators, Students, Historians, Researchers, Etc
Cassbeth releases a new version of the free Constitutional Analysis Tool (CAT) software for educators, students, historians, researchers, etc. This release introduces a new feature that allows a user to mine text bound by various categories in their constitutional documents. This new feature is a... - March 16, 2009 - CassBeth
MoneyTree Fast Track Workshops to be Held in Kuching, Sarawak
For the benefit of the parents and youths living in East Malaysia, MoneyTree, with its unique Financial Literacy program for youths, has decided to bring the program into Kuching, Sarawak. - March 15, 2009 - MoneyTree
Ashworth College Taps Employment Expert to Lead Working Mom Online Discussion
Ashworth College will welcome employment industry expert Jane Seibel, CEO/Founder of Employmoms.com, as the guest speaker for its upcoming live online discussion -- March 25 at 3:00 pm EST. The event will be the latest component of the Ashworth Moms Challenge which targets working moms and striking a positive work/life balance. - March 15, 2009 - Ashworth College
The Endeavor for Hope Foundation Brings in World-Renowned DJs Pete Tong and Deadmau5 to Help Support African Cause & Hosts V.I.P. Fundraiser Celebrating Africa & Music
The Endeavor for Hope Foundation (“The EFHF”), a Houston-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity has just confirmed that legendary DJ, Pete Tong* and chart-topping electronic music ingénue Deadmau5, will make special appearances at their Invite-Only V.I.P. Charity Event on Friday,... - March 13, 2009 - The Endeavor For Hope Foundation
Lens-a-Hand Images Presents "Honoring the Courageous" Call for Entries
Lens-A-Hand Images, Ltd. is hosting the 2009 Veteran's Memorial Art & History Exhibition in Downtown Newark, OH and announces a call to artists for “Honoring The Courageous”, a national juried exhibition, May 23 – May 30, 2009. $1,000+ in cash awards. All media, all styles. - March 13, 2009 - Lens-A-Hand Images Ltd.
Author, Scholar Named E. Hervey Evans Distinguished Fellow at St. Andrews
St. Andrews Presbyterian College has named Dr. Philip Jenkins, author of The Next Christendom, the 2008-2009 E. Hervey Evans Distinguished Fellow for his years of scholarship in the areas of globalization and Christianity. In nearly 30 years at Pennsylvania State University, Jenkins has published more than 20 books and approximately 120 book chapters and referenced articles. - March 13, 2009 - The Learning House, Inc.
Business Women Workshop-Style Support Group
April 3, 2009 Webinar (online) Begins April 6, 2009 Workshop (classroom) Begins “There’s no challenge too big or too small to bring to the group with a goal of moving your business forward,” Karen Kleinwort, BS Business Management For four consecutive weeks, four women will have... - March 12, 2009 - Therapy in Transition LLC
Southern Writers Get Writing and Marketing Help from a Bestselling Author
On April 4 & 5th, 2009, Bestselling Author, John Lee, Will Present 2 New Workshops for Writers--Write to Live & Love What You Write: for Writers and Dreamers and Getting the Word Out: Editing, Publishing, Agents and Marketing. Cost is $99 for each day or $175 for both days if registered before March 15. - March 12, 2009 - John Lee Books and Seminars
Leading Edge Aviation Institute Opened Recently at Collin County Regional Airport (TKI) McKinney, TX for the Aircraft Detailing Professional
Leading Edge Institute was formed in 1995 to provide a Certification Program for those interested in acquiring knowledge in the safe and correct procedures for detailing all aspects of Exterior and Interiors of Piston, Turbine and Jet Aircraft. - March 12, 2009 - Leading Edge Institute
Hop Industries Corporation Now Carries a Full Line of School Supply Products
Hop Industries Corporation, a leading distributor of laminating and binding supplies and equipment for over 30 years, has recently added overhead transparencies with a removable strip to our ever expanding product line. Hop Industries overhead transparency films allow you to create crystal clear... - March 12, 2009 - Hop Industries Corporation
Spanish Lessons Now Offered by Site Translations
For all those who need to learn Spanish to better communicate with their clients and employees, Site Translations is here and ready to help. - March 12, 2009 - Site Translations
High School Seniors Can Earn a Scholarship Worth Half Their Tuition
Winners of The Art Institute of California – Orange County Scholarship Competition earn tuition scholarships worth up to $46,000 for bachelor’s degree programs. - March 12, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
University of Houston and Houston Community College Further Ease the Transfer Process
The University of Houston and Houston Community College have signed an agreement that aims to provide a seamless curriculum transition for transfer students interested in pursuing degrees in consumer science and merchandising at UH. The agreement, forged in the fall, allows for HCC students who... - March 12, 2009 - University of Houston
Anxiety Goodbye
The article presents the website where offers of ways overcome anxiety are explained. These are described in the book "Anxiety, Goodbye" But it also offers services as a personal coach, professional speaker and teacher. - March 11, 2009 - Elisabetta Reist
Visix Supports TransLōc Transit Visualization Systems
Visix, Inc. software applications now support the popular Transit Visualization System by TransLōc Inc, which is used by a number of university and college campuses in North America. The TransLōc Transit Visualization System (TVS™) is a next generation passenger information system... - March 11, 2009 - Visix, Inc.
Supplier Relations US Launches Academic Subscriptions to Its Market Research Library
Supplier Relations US launches academic subscriptions to its entire market research library. A limited number of trials is offered to business libraries to learn how to expand their digital resource offerings with this new service. - March 11, 2009 - Supplier Relations US, LLC.
UC Irvine Extension Receives CEA Accreditation for English Language Program
The University of California, Irvine Extension today announces the receipt of accreditation from the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA) for its 10-Week Intensive Program in English as a Second Language. - March 11, 2009 - University of California, Irvine
StraighterLine Named 2009 Software & Information Industry Association CODiE Finalist
StraighterLine (www.straighterline.com), a company that combines award-winning technologies into a new service that provides highly-affordable, better-supported and a more flexible solution to fulfilling college general education requirements, has announced that it has been named a 2009 CODiE... - March 11, 2009 - StraighterLine
Law Firm Deferrals Are Testing Time for Graduates
Leadership consultancy Dynamic Transitions is warning City law firm trainees who have been paid to defer their training, to use their time sensibly or risk having their places withdrawn. - March 11, 2009 - Dynamic Transitions
Scientifically Researched Program Permanently Improves Learning Abilities at the Brain Level
“The Learn To Learn program is not just about a student’s ability to get a better grade or a better test score. It’s about permanently ‘wiring up’ the child’s brain to be prepared for a better life” -- Dr. James Fadigan - March 09, 2009 - Learn To Learn
ThumbPeople Ready to Inspire Educators at the Minnesota Early Childhood Educator’s Conference
Early Childhood Educator, Kelly Olson, will represent ThumbPeople and its goal to encourage the development of self worth within children at the 7th Annual Minnesota Early Childhood Educator’s Conference to be held March 13-14 at Concordia University, Saint Paul, Minnesota. The goal of the... - March 08, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.