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Albany Law School Exceeds Campaign Goal Early
Total giving to Albany Law School’s We Rise Together campaign has reached nearly $32 million, eclipsing the $30 million goal four months early. We Rise Together: The Campaign for Albany Law School launched on January 17, 2019 when President and Dean Alicia Ouellette ’94 announced an... - April 16, 2021 - Albany Law School
Southwest Tennessee Community College Announces Return to Campus for Fall 2021
Southwest Tennessee Community College officials announced during a virtual Town Hall Forum for faculty and staff yesterday a full return to campus for Fall 2021. After 13 months of primarily remote learning, officials said the College’s Back to Campus Plan – Phase IV focuses on getting... - April 15, 2021 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
The Eric Dalius Scholarship Will be Awarded Tomorrow, April 15, 2021
The bi-annual Eric Dalius Scholarship award will be made tomorrow, April 15, 2020. Eric has read through many excellent essays and has made his decision. The winning student will be advised by email. - April 14, 2021 - Eric Dalius Grant
California Teens Virtually Pave the Way for Safer Roads; 2021’s Safety City Teen Safe Driving Campaign Goes Virtual, Thanks to the Allstate Foundation
The Allstate Foundation awarded $75,000 to Safety Center's Teen-to-Teen Safe Driving Campaign, a California high school program that encourages youth, parents, guardians, and communities to drive safely – from a teen’s perspective. With the increase in technology over the past decade,... - April 14, 2021 - Safety Center
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Launches iGrad Student Financial Literacy Platform to Staff, Faculty, Students and Parents
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi - a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority Serving Institution (MSI) with nearly 12,000 students - has partnered with iGrad to provide a customized, interactive online and mobile financial wellness platform to TAMUCC faculty, staff, students and parents. The funding for this financial literacy initiative was provided by a grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Education. - April 13, 2021 - iGrad
Invitation to Join Learning Institute for Elders at University of Central Florida (LIFE at UCF)
Offers individuals 50 years or older an opportunity to enroll in the Learning Institute for Elders at University of Central (LIFE at UCF), an educational organization for lifelong learners. - April 13, 2021 - Learning Institute for Elders at University of Central Florida
Epic Performance Productions Introduces Newly Created KWCUSA Mentorship Program for 2021
In an ongoing effort to help amateur vocal athletes around the country improve on their craft while searching for the next Karaoke World Champion within the United States of America, Epic Performance Productions is excited to add a Mentorship program to the KWCUSA Membership benefits package this season. - April 12, 2021 - Epic Performance Productions
Debut Novel "The Stars in April,” Based on Teen Titanic Survivor, Receives a School Library Journal Starred Review
Debut novelist and Childress Ink client Peggy Wirgau’s "The Stars in April" receives a warm welcome into the literary world, historical fiction based on the true story of Ruth Becker, most recently honored with a School Library Journal Starred Review just in time for Titanic Week 2021, April 11-18, around the anniversary of the sinking, April 12, 1912. - April 08, 2021 - Childress Ink
Digital Video Series “Cooking with Kiya: Two-Minute Techniques” Launches April 8 on CreateTV.com
American Public Television (APT), the original home to public television’s culinary experts and sponsor of the Create Cooking Challenge, announced the premiere of a 10-part short-form digital video series from contest Grand Prize Winner Kiya Schnorr. Selected from a nationwide pool of entries... - April 08, 2021 - American Public Television
WBAT Safety Introduces University of North Dakota Aerospace as Most Recent ASAP and Platform+ Subscriber
WBAT Safety is proud to introduce University of North Dakota (UND) Aerospace as the most recent organization to join the WBAT Safety platform as a Platform+Support and ASAP facilitation services subscriber. As a world-renowned center for aerospace learning and academic excellence, UND Aerospace... - April 08, 2021 - WBAT Safety
Verb(TM) Speaker Series Presents “The Game Is Afoot!” - An Interview with Steve Emecz
Steve Emecz, the preeminent publisher of new Sherlock Holmes-based books, will be the Verb™ Presents Speaker Series’ featured guest on Thursday, April 29, 2021, 12:00 pm Noon (Pacific Time). His talk is aptly entitled, “The Game Is Afoot,” based on the now famous quotation... - April 07, 2021 - Silicon Private Wealth
Poet's Choice Publishing is Proud to Announce the Publication of SEEING THE LIGHT, Short Stories and Artwork by Rick Williams
An earlier iteration of this book had as its subtitle, "Short stories of the ravages of alcoholism and addiction, mental illness, bigotry and (stories of) veterans of war.” It is a remarkable collection of broken characters overwhelmed by spiritual and physical challenges. The stories are augmented by very beautiful portraits of veterans. - April 02, 2021 - Poets' Choice Publishing
LearningEnglishFaster.com Offers a Unique Program of English Learning Methods Based on Stories
Conversational English programs and free ESL podcasts that use stories to provide the brain the context it needs to learn naturally. - April 02, 2021 - Learning English Faster
Tennessee Board of Regents Selects Southwest Tennessee Community College Police Director for Statewide Recognition
The Tennessee Board of Regents has named Southwest Tennessee Community College Director of Police Services and Public Safety, L. Angela Webb, Staff Member of the Year. Webb received the recognition during the College System of Tennessee’s virtual Statewide Outstanding Achievement and... - April 01, 2021 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
Black Women's Health Imperative Launches Be Seen, HBCU Student Anti-Tobacco Grant Award Program
Mobilizing Black Women Students to live Socially, Emotionally, Empowered - Unapologetically Smoke-Free - March 31, 2021 - Black Women's Health Imperative
Culture Cre8ion is Delivering Inspiration and Positivity to Head Start Educators
Author and Motivational Speaker Niki Spears has been traveling the country, both in person and virtually, to spread positive energy and inspiration to Head Start Schools, educators, students and parents, encouraging them to transform the way that they think about their struggles and create their... - March 31, 2021 - Culture Cre8ion
Hindi By Reena Announces Hindi-Learning Subscription Service for Kids
Hindi By Reena, the world’s first comprehensive Hindi-learning brand for kids -- has just launched the first-ever Hindi Learning Subscription Service, that teaches kids through Hindi online classes and immersion videos. The program was created by Reena Bhansali, after 10+ years of teaching... - March 30, 2021 - Hindi By Reena
Brenda S. Bruce, NCTM Honored as a Professional of the Year for 2021 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Brenda S. Bruce, NCTM of Cary, North Carolina has been honored as a Professional of the Year for 2021 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of music education. About Brenda S. Bruce, NCTM Brenda Bruce is a musician and the... - March 30, 2021 - Strathmore Worldwide
Best Education Websites to be Named by Web Marketing Association in 25th Annual WebAward Competition
The Best Education Websites in the world will be named as part of the 25th annual international WebAward Competition for Web site Development at www.webaward.org. - March 30, 2021 - Web Marketing Association
Daryon Hotels Offers More Ways for Guests to Book
Daryon Hotels International has sponsored three sites that give nurses/medical staff, construction workers and college students access to discounted rates online online with participating hotels and save money. - March 29, 2021 - Daryon Hotels International
USC Agrees to Pay the Victims of Dr. George Tyndall $852.4 Million in Settlement
The largest global sexual abuse settlement in history, against an institution, has been reached in connection with the over 700 student victims that filed cases against the University of California and Dr. George Tyndall. Specifically, the students alleged they were sexually violated by the... - March 29, 2021 - Owen, Patterson, and Owen
Critica PPE Gains Agreement to Represent American Made Surface Wipes
US Manufacturer, Simpli Brand Company Signs Agreement to Help Get America Back to Work and Back to School - March 28, 2021 - Critica PPE
Frankenbots Creates Captivating Stories for Children with Inventive and "Riveting" Illustrations
When a planet of friendly robots faces a galactic takeover, they learn to work together with kindness. Steampunk meets junk art in the inventive and “riveting” illustrations of this heartwarming story. - March 26, 2021 - Frankenbots
BrainTrain Releases Chinese Language Version of IVA-2
Healthcare providers can use IVA-2 test to evaluate Visual and Auditory Attention problems. - March 26, 2021 - BrainTrain, Inc.
Jatheon Technologies Publishes Education Compliance Checklist for Electronic Records
Jatheon Technologies Inc., a tech company specializing in large scale data archiving for compliance and ediscovery, has compiled a checklist for electronic record retention and management intended for educational institutions, primarily in the United States. - March 26, 2021 - Jatheon Technologies Inc.
Florida-Based EdTech Startup Formed with Joint Venture Between Two European Technology Companies
MergingMinds International, Oneclick AG and Connect4Success AG join forces to launch EduPortle(TM). - March 25, 2021 - EduPortle
MusicSOL Launches Nationally with Online Music Lessons
MusicSOL launches online classes reaching over 10,000 families across the U.S. MusicSOL.net, the leading website for online music lessons, connecting teachers and students across the U.S. - March 25, 2021 - MusicSOL
Superior Van & Mobility Will Expand to Offer Michigan Wheelchair-Users Access to Affordable Accessible Vehicles
Superior Van & Mobility will be expanding to Ann Arbor, MI in late 2021 and will be the largest family-owned and operated wheelchair-accessible vehicle provider in the U.S. - March 24, 2021 - Superior Van and Mobility
"Dammit ... It IS Menopause!" Grabs Ten No. 1 Bestseller Categories on Amazon
Local Author, Sally Bartlett, Turns Menopausal Strife into Humor with Nonfiction Journal to Offer Hope, Clarity and Confidence to Women Everywhere - March 23, 2021 - Sally Bartlett
Rev. Dr. Dawson Taylor to Give Address for Lancaster Seminary's 196th Commencement
The Rev. Dr. Dawson B. Taylor, Senior Pastor of Naples United Church of Christ, Naples, Fla., will deliver the commencement address to Lancaster Theological Seminary’s Class of 2021 on Saturday, May 8, at 11:00 a.m. at Church of the Apostles in Lancaster. Naples United Church of Christ is... - March 22, 2021 - Lancaster Theological Seminary
2021 Youth Achievement Celebration Presented by the 100 Black Men of North Metro Atlanta, Inc.
The Youth Achievement Celebration is the Flagship Fundraiser for the 100 Black Men of North Metro Atlanta, Inc. and a great way to honor and showcase their mentees and their accomplishments. - March 22, 2021 - 100 Black Men of North Metro, Inc.
Wisdom Cafe Launches to Provide on Demand Tutoring for K-12 Students
Wisdom Cafe is an on demand app connecting students one on one with credentialed teachers. - March 19, 2021 - Wisdom Cafe
eLearning Industry Includes Unlock Learn in the Best LMS Software for Remote Working for 2021
Unlock Learn gains prominence under the coveted listing for Best LMS Software for Remote Workforce by eLearning Industry for the year 2021. - March 19, 2021 - Infopro Learning
Learning and Sharing Untethered - IPEVO VZ-X Wireless Document Camera is Back
IPEVO has just released the second iteration of its most versatile document camera. - March 19, 2021 - IPEVO
MyEdu Announced Online Transportation Tracking System for Schools & Colleges
MyEdu is a smart education management application for parents, teachers and students which assist schools, colleges and coaching classes. It has announced an online transportation tracking system for schools and colleges that track the transit data with real-time GPS for security reasons. - March 19, 2021 - MyEdu
Creative Multimedia Group Celebrated International Women's Day in a Creative Way
Creative Multimedia Group is one of India's leading digital media mentors that celebrated this International Women's Day with a blood donation camp and a string of women-oriented sessions. - March 19, 2021 - Creative Multimedia
Reach Out and Read Georgia Selected for AJC Peachtree Road Race Charity Partner Program
Reach Out and Read Georgia is one of nine non-profit organizations that serve Atlantans selected as the first-ever AJC Peachtree Road Race Charity Partners. Reach Out and Read Georgia will have 25 guaranteed entries into the 52nd Running of the Peachtree, which will take place on July 3 and 4 in... - March 17, 2021 - Reach Out and Read Georgia
GiftWaley.com, a Niche Educational Toy Gifts Website Announces Global Shipping
Following its brand mantra to deliver smiles with gifts to all and to help parents develop important life skills in their child from an early age, GiftWaley.com brings global shipping and easy multi-currency checkout on its website. - March 17, 2021 - GiftWaley
App-Garden Launches Vehicle Maintenance
App-Garden launches a new Vehicle Maintenance module built to streamline the process for vehicle maintenance and work orders. - March 15, 2021 - App-Garden
Dataful Launches Assessability - An App to Simplify Assessment and Eliminate Paperwork in Primary Schools
Assessability is a new app to help teachers organise their paperwork on their iPads for anytime-anywhere accessibility. Dataful Pty. Ltd. launches "Assessability," an iPad app for primary school teachers. This app is designed to be a single portal for teachers to organise their teaching,... - March 15, 2021 - Dataful Pty. Ltd.
ABYC Foundation Announces Virtual Educator Training Conference, Training the Trainers of the Future Marine Workforce
The ABYC Foundation announced their second Educator Training Conference to be held July 20-22, 2021, in a virtual format. The “train-the-trainer” event is designed for high school and post-secondary instructors and administrators who either are teaching or are considering teaching... - March 12, 2021 - ABYC
Hecht Trauma Institute Announces Inaugural Webinar: Cultivating Staff Resilience in Law Enforcement
The Hecht Trauma Institute announces the launch of its inaugural virtual Peace Officer Standards and Training certified course – Cultivating Staff Resilience in Law Enforcement. Live on Zoom, on March 24, 2021. About the Institute: The Hecht Trauma Institute is a global provider of affordable, culturally-sensitive training, research, and consulting, opportunities for professionals and paraprofessionals serving persons affected by trauma. - March 11, 2021 - Hecht Trauma Institute
Glenelg Country School Announces Matt Walsh as Its Next Head of School
Matt Walsh, currently president and head of school of Pulaski Academy in Little Rock, Arkansas, will become the school’s tenth Head of School when he joins Glenelg Country School on July 1. - March 10, 2021 - Glenelg Country School
Wayne State University Offering the Award-Winning iGrad Financial Wellness Platform to Over 25,000 Students
Wayne State University partners with iGrad to provide a customized interactive financial education platform to all University students. - March 10, 2021 - iGrad
New American Camp Association Survey Demonstrates Camps Can Operate Safely
Summer 2020 survey confirms safety and offers hope for children to rebuild necessary social and emotional connections through camp experiences this summer - March 09, 2021 - American Camp Association
OrthoNeuro Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Mark Gittins Engages in Partnership to Provide Remote Physician Surgical Training
OrthoNeuro orthopedic surgeon Mark Gittins, DO, FAOAO, has engaged in a cutting-edge partnership to provide remote physician surgical training. He has partnered with Avail Medsystems, a medical technology company pioneering telemedicine for the operating room (“Procedural... - March 09, 2021 - OrthoNeuro
"Maestro's Magical Music Box," a New, Interactive Children's Series, Comes to Life March 19, 2021 on YouTube
An all-new, live action/animated children's web series, Maestro's Magical Music Box, is debuting on YouTube. Season One focuses on much-needed Fine Arts education, and it features broader reach with episodes in Spanish and ASL. Sing-alongs, DIY crafting and magical characters will appeal to families and kids of all ages. - March 06, 2021 - Dream Sweet Films, LLC
WCA & ICE Are Proud to Announce an ICE Breaker Webinar - INCOTERM’s 2020
An exporter needs to play by the rules (INCOTERM’s® 2020 Rules that is)? Is there trouble understanding the role and responsibilities as an exporter in the shipping process? Gain a basic understanding of the INCOTERM’s® 2020 Rules, learn which rules are better for the seller... - March 06, 2021 - WCA/BCMA
Verb(TM) Presents Speaker Series Features Roman Buhler, Esq.
Roman Buhler, Esq., National Director of the Madison Coalition and former Counsel to the U.S. House of Representatives, will be the Verb(TM) Presents Speaker Series’ featured guest on Thursday, March 25, 2021, 6:30 pm (Pacific Time). Moderated by Peter Coe Verbica. - March 04, 2021 - Silicon Private Wealth
"Complex Exemptions" Webinar is Present by WCA
How To Navigate Complex Wisconsin Contractor Sales & Use Tax Laws A Series Of 5, One-Hour On-Line Webinar Based Classes - March 04, 2021 - WCA/BCMA