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NACCE Awards San Diego Community College District Chancellor Constance Carroll Lifetime Achievement Award
The National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE), the nation’s leading organization focused on promoting entrepreneurship through community colleges, has awarded Constance Carroll, Ph.D., its 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award winner during its annual conference in Newport... - October 15, 2019 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Girls PIAA Basketball Kicks Off at EEACS in Allentown
Executive Education Academy Charter School in Allentown has officially announced a varsity girls basketball team. - October 15, 2019 - Executive Education Academy Charter School
Recognition for Proclamation of November 1 as Electa Quinney Day
Electa Quinney was Stockbridge-Munsee tribal member who was the first female teacher and first teacher in a free public school in Wisconsin. - October 14, 2019 - Stockbridge-Munsee Community
World Wide Motion Pictures Corporation Acquires Rights to Internationally Acclaimed Feature Documentary, Dancers (Danzantes)
World Wide Motion Pictures Corporation (formerly OTCBB: WWMO) announced today that it has acquired North American distribution rights to the full length feature documentary and film festival favorite Dancers (Danzantes) from Spain’s Estrategias Para el Arte y la Cultura S.L. Dancers takes... - October 11, 2019 - World Wide Motion Pictures Corporation
Teamscape Australia Creates New High Tech "Amazing Race" Style Team Building Challenge
Teamscape Australia focuses on creating high-tech, engaging and innovative team building programs and experiences. Their latest team experience - the "High-Tech Amazing Race" - combines technology with team work to create an experience like no other. - October 11, 2019 - Teamscape Australia
Sausser Summers, PC Awards Intellectual Property Scholarship to Chicago-Kent College of Law Student
Sausser Summers, PC, one of the leading trademark filing law firms in the United States, is pleased to announce that Bridget Murphy of Chicago-Kent College of Law has been selected to receive a $1,000 scholarship as she pursues a career in Intellectual Property Law. College students submitted... - October 10, 2019 - Sausser Summers PC - Online Trademark Attorneys
Americans and the Holocaust Traveling Exhibition Coming to Scott County Public Library
The Scott County Public Library has been chosen to host Americans and the Holocaust, a traveling exhibition from the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association. The exhibit dates will be February 24 through April 7, 2021. The Scott County Public Library is honored to be the only library in Kentucky to have been chosen to host this exhibition. - October 10, 2019 - Scott County Public Library
Global Life Skills Day - 3rd Thursday of October Annually
October 17, 2019 is Global Life Skills Day Worldwide. Life Skills competency is not an optional choice. We learn life skills daily; sometimes easily, sometimes not. Life Skills educators bring rich talents to help all develop high competency and success in their daily life. - October 10, 2019 - LifeSkills Academie
Rhymes With Reason Partners with Chance the Rapper's SocialWorks to Give Students the Tools to Achieve
Learning the lyrics to the latest rap songs are a daily practice for many students. So why not use that learning to achieve good grades? That is the method behind the system offered by Rhymes With Reason. Rhymes With Reason along with Chance The Rapper’s foundation Socialworks, have created... - October 08, 2019 - Rhymes With Reason
Executive Education Academy Charter School Foundation to Hold Casino Night
The event will benefit the Allentown charter school and its student activities. - October 08, 2019 - Executive Education Academy Charter School
Alleged Victim of Childhood Sexual Abuse Files Civil Lawsuit Against Brooklyn Friends School
Allegedly, Victim Claims That School Janitor Sexually Assaulted Her When She Was a Student at Brooklyn Friends School. - October 06, 2019 - The Zalkin Law Firm
Secret City Presents: The Dragon’s Song, the Ultimate All-Ages Escape Game Located in the Iconic Casa Loma
Secret City Adventures, in collaboration with Liberty Entertainment Group, will transform Casa Loma for the fifth permanent immersive experience as part of the popular Casa Loma Escape Series. Launching on November 1, 2019, The Dragon’s Song invites you into a fantastic world, full of strange... - October 04, 2019 - Secret City Adventures
Metro Safety Offers BCCSA Traffic Control Person Training for Traffic Control Persons in British Columbia
The company trains traffic control persons to maintain safety along the streets of British Columbia. - October 04, 2019 - Metro Safety Training
Patrick Henry College Begins New Season as Premier Forensics Program in the Nation
Patrick Henry College has earned an unmatched record in collegiate forensics competition by winning 12 of the past 15 American Moot Court Association (AMCA) National Tournament Championships, and consistently finishing in the top 1% of the nation in the American Mock Trial Association (AMTA). - October 04, 2019 - Patrick Henry College
"101 Positive Steps Toward Employment with Autism" - Now Available from Future Horizons
The most important thing you can do to achieve independence as a young adult is to get and maintain employment. - October 04, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Barnstone Studios to Gift Painting to Charter Arts Oct. 4 During First Friday Event at School Gallery
“Myron Barnstone: Master Student, Teacher & Artist” at Lehigh Valley Charter HS for the Arts, Bethlehem, PA, features works by the late Lehigh Valley art teacher, who ran Barnstone Studios in Coplay for 35 years. Despite early success, he stopped painting and burned many pieces, hiding the rest, to keep from influencing students. At Charter Arts 6-8 p.m. Oct. 4, Cat Barnstone Szafran presents the school with an original painting of her father’s that’s part of the educational exhibit. - October 03, 2019 - Barnstone Studios
An Evening with Temple Grandin: Connecting Animal Science & Autism - October 23, 2019
Future Horizons will be hosting An Evening with Temple Grandin in Minneapolis, MN on October 23, 2019. - October 02, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
U.S. News & World Report Ranks Southern Utah University Among Top 10 for Lowest Student Debt
According to U.S. News & World Report, Southern Utah University is one of the top universities in the country in ensuring its students aren’t loaded down with debt when they graduate. - October 02, 2019 - Southern Utah University
Southern Utah University’s Aviation Program Spreads Its Wings with Renaming of College
Southern Utah University has created the College of Aerospace Sciences and Technology. The move renames an existing school and demonstrates the increased emphasis SUU has placed on the university’s aviation program. - October 01, 2019 - Southern Utah University
Dr. Gro Harlem Brundtland Honored at World Mental Health Seminar Convening Now in Lillestrøm Norway
Today, Dr. Gro Harlem Brundtland, former Prime Minister of Norway and Director-General Emeritus of the World Health Organization, was the very first recipient of the prestigious Rudyard n. Propst Award, conferred by Clubhouse International in recognition of individuals who make extraordinary... - September 30, 2019 - Clubhouse International
NordVPN: This Year, Hackers Can Get Inside Your Kids Classroom
Many Schools Have Unsecure Wi-Fi Networks That Can be Easily Hacked. - September 30, 2019 - NordVPN
World Literature Champion Named Home Country's Cultural Ambassador
Accompanied by European dignitaries, writer Gjeke Marinaj, PhD, received the title of Nation's Ambassador at a special reception organized by his native Albania's government. Active in many fields, Marinaj received the title for his contribution to Albanian and world literature and culture through... - September 28, 2019 - Mundus Artium Press
Diversity in Equestrian Sport: ACREF Adds Tom Bass Seminar to the DOTAE 2019 Program
An educational seminar honoring the memory of Tom Bass (1859 - 1934), a legendary African-American horse trainer, has been added to the 2nd Annual Day of the African Equestrian (DOTAE 2019) program. The 2019 Tom Bass Seminar will take place at the Tryon International Equestrian Center in North Carolina (USA) and will focus upon issues relating to diversity in Equestrian Sport. - September 27, 2019 - The AFRICAN CONNECTIONS Research and Education Fund, Inc.
Ashton College’s Human Resource Management Diploma Program Available Across Canada
Ashton College, a leading post-secondary education provider, announced that its Diploma in Human Resources Management program (DHRM), will be offered online across Canada, including Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Saskatchewan. - September 26, 2019 - Ashton College
Ashton College and CAPIC Organized a Joint CPD Seminar in Vancouver
Ashton College and CAPIC recently organized a joint CPD seminar titled, “A Smorgasboard of Topics” on May 24, 2019, in Vancouver, BC at the Best Western Plus Chateau Granville. - September 26, 2019 - Ashton College
Ashton College to Organize Open House Event
Ashton College will organize an Open House event on Thursday, June 27, 2019, from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., at their Vancouver campus. The event will allow prospective students to learn in detail about the college’s in-demand programs such as Immigration Consultant Diploma, diploma in human resources management and bookkeeping certification. - September 26, 2019 - Ashton College
Thirty New Videos Arrive at the Scientology Info Center This Week
On September 19, 2019 the Scientology Information Center in downtown Clearwater announced the addition of over 30 new videos to its audio-visual library of 400 short films available to the public. - September 26, 2019 - Church of Scientology
World Mental Health Seminar Convenes in Norway, Dr. Gro Harlem Brundtland to Receive Special Honor, President of Parliament Tone Wilhelmsen Trøen to Open Proceedings
Clubhouse International, a global org. working to end social and economic isolation for people with mental illness, will co-host The Clubhouse International World Seminar 2019, Sept 28 - Oct 3, in Lilleström, Norway. The Seminar organizers are honored to welcome Mrs. Tone Wilhelmsen Trøen, President of the Norwegian Parliament, and Dr. Gro Harlem Brundtland in recognition of individuals who make extraordinary contributions to improving the lives of people with mental illness. - September 25, 2019 - Clubhouse International
Sergei Tokarev: Lucky Labs Presented a Book About an Ant Mathematician at the Publisher Forum in Lviv
The book "A Mathematician Who Turned into an Ant" by the Japanese mathematician Masao Morita was presented at the Book Forum 2019 in Lviv. “The book was published as part of the Lucky Labs charity project LuckyBooks,” says the company founder Sergei Tokarev. - September 25, 2019 - Lucky Labs
RSI Alumni Named Davidson Fellows
The Center for Excellence in Education (CEE) applauds the Research Science Institute (RSI) alumni for being named 2019 Davidson Fellows. The Davidson Fellows Scholarship awards scholarships annually to recognize outstanding students 18 and under who have completed significant work in science,... - September 25, 2019 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
Ben Silbermann Receives Lieberman Award
Ben Silbermann, RSI ’98, Pinterest Co-Founder and CEO, Receives Lieberman Award for Outstanding Achievement in Technology and Business at CEE’s 2019 Congressional Luncheon Sponsored by Regeneron. - September 24, 2019 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
Inventor of “Games of Genius” Coming to R.I., Oct. 10 Free Seminar, Open to the Public
Parents, teachers and government officials worldwide are learning how to help children be more confident, successful, and innovative by discovering their own unique talents – in seven minutes a day. The general public is invited to learn about and play the award-winning “Games of Genius,” with the inventor, Opher Brayer, at a free presentation from 6 to 8 p.m., on Thursday, October 10 at the Kirkbrae Country Club, Lincoln, R.I. - September 23, 2019 - Mastery Martial Arts
LA Students Welcome Zuriel Oduwole - Teen Film Maker & DUSUSU Founder
Like clockwork, the UN General Assembly has sat in New York every September and it is now in its 74th season of global deliberations. One young voice who has spoken, met many word leaders, or delivered thematic messages for five of the last six years has been Los Angeles teenage film maker and girl... - September 23, 2019 - DUSUSU
Syracuse Autism Conference with Dr. Temple Grandin - November 21, 2019
Future Horizons will be hosting the Syracuse Autism Conference with Dr. Temple Grandin - November 21, 2019. - September 22, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Foothills Community Foundation Invites Residents to October Events at the Holland Community Center
The Foothills Community Foundation and the Holland Community Center continue to present adventures in lifelong learning through its schedule of October programs. Area residents are invited to attend the following programs in October held in the Holland Community Center, Black Mountain Campus,... - September 21, 2019 - Desert Foothills Theater
European Business Awards National Winners 2019 for Italy
Vote for My School Italy to become the "European Public Champion" in Europe's largest business competition. The company has been declared as the National Winners of Italy. The video is available at: https://www.businessawardseurope.com/vote/detail-new/38/28767. It tells the unique story of the business success and the General Public vote which means a lot to the company and the country. To have public approval of this success is a great endorsement. - September 20, 2019 - My School ITALY
Camp and Its Lasting Impact; a Study from the American Camp Association
ACA’s 5-year study explores the ways summer camps prepare youth for the rest of their lives by decreasing stress levels and improving social relationships. - September 19, 2019 - American Camp Association
Lehigh Valley Charter School EEACS is Hiring for All Positions
Executive Education Academy Charter School is looking for talented, caring, and dedicated individuals to join their faculty and staff. - September 19, 2019 - Executive Education Academy Charter School
The ACEN and KABONE Announce a Partnership
Recently, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and the Korean Accreditation Board of Nursing Education (KABONE) signed a memorandum of understanding, which entered the organizations into a cooperative partnership. The ACEN is delighted to enter this formalized collaboration with the KABONE, seeking the best nursing program accreditation practices and eager to serve nursing students on the international scale. - September 19, 2019 - Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
Gertrude B. Hutchinson, DNS, RN, MA, MSIS, CCRN-R Celebrated as a Woman of Distinction and Honored with a Podcast by P.O.W.E.R.
Gertrude B. Hutchinson of Altamont, New York has been celebrated as a Woman of Distinction and honored with a podcast on P.O.W.E.R. Radio by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Woman of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions in the fields of nursing and education. Each... - September 17, 2019 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
iGrad Annual Student Loan Counseling Included in Department of Education Initiative
iGrad’s video-based annual student loan counseling courses are being used at three universities that are part of the U.S. Department of Education Experimental Sites Initiative (ESI). The purpose of this initiative is to study more effective ways to counsel students about their student loans. - September 16, 2019 - iGrad
The PLATO Society of Los Angeles Announces Its New Leadership for Fiscal Year 2019-2020
The PLATO Society of Los Angeles, a Domestic Nonprofit Organization, with 501(c)(3) status is excited to announce its new leadership for the 2019-2020 fiscal year. Sam Pryor will be the President. Sam is a graduate of Yale Law School, and a retired entertainment litigator who is a site docent at... - September 15, 2019 - The PLATO Society of Los Angeles
Charleston Life Coach Uses Music to Tear Down Walls, and to Start a Conversation
Margie Curry, Charleston Life Coach & Career Coach, uses “Music” to tear down walls and to start a conversation. She is the founder of Music is Healing Charleston, for veterans support groups, churches, military bases, small groups, men’s groups, and women’s groups. "We listen to Christian Music," says Ms. Curry, and then discuss the message in a song. - September 13, 2019 - Jumpstart Interview Coaching
Interview Coaching Improves Communication Skills
Charleston Career Coach, Margie Curry believes that interview coaching improves communication skills. This skilled career coach, life coach, and interview coach has seen the value of interview coaching for many of her clients during the past 14 years. "Good communication is an important Life Skill," says Ms. Curry. This coach recommends interview coaching for improving personal and professional relationships, negotiations, preparing for interviews, board meetings, and public speaking. - September 13, 2019 - Jumpstart Interview Coaching
America Achieves Releases a Free Career Exploration Course to Prepare Students for Life After High School
America Achieves is pleased to announce the release of Quest for Success, an innovative career exploration course designed to help ensure students know about and are prepared for careers of the future. Any educator, school, or school system in the world can now access this high-quality curriculum... - September 13, 2019 - America Achieves
The IEEE Buenaventura Section Receives the 2019 Section Professional Development Award from the IEEE Educational Award Board
The IEEE Buenaventura Section is recognized "For the development of Aging Graciously with Technology and the Engineer-to-Entrepreneur Workshops, supporting life-long learning of the IEEE Buenaventura Section members." - September 12, 2019 - IEEE Buenaventura Robotics Chapter
New Website Launch – ABA Technologies Launches Brand New Website
After many months of hard work, ABA Technologies, Inc., is excited to announce the launch of its brand new, fully responsive website. The site features the company’s new logo and branding elements. With user-friendly navigation capabilities and intuitive design, customers can easily access... - September 11, 2019 - ABA Technologies, Inc.
Night of the Robots Hosted by Swedish Medical Center
Robot-assisted surgery takes center stage in this hands-on, interactive night highlighting the latest advancements in robot-assisted surgery. - September 11, 2019 - Swedish Medical Center
GBS Selects Larry Gibson as New Regional Marketing Director
In order to better serve an increasing client base in northern Missouri and eastern Kansas, Group Benefit Services (GBS) has selected Larry Gibson as Regional Marketing Director (RMD) for these regions. “We’re thrilled at the opportunity to add Mr. Gibson to our expanding team,”... - September 10, 2019 - Group Benefit Services, Inc.
Dr. Jose Martinez-Diaz Receives 2019 Distinguished Alumni Award from WVU Eberly College
Dr. Jose Martinez-Diaz, CEO of ABA Technologies, Inc. and University Professor of Behavior Analysis at Florida Institute of Technology, is the 2019 recipient of West Virginia University Eberly College’s Distinguished Alumni Award. Eberly College of Arts and Sciences offers a slate of... - September 10, 2019 - ABA Technologies, Inc.