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First Deaf Player in NBA History TEDx Talk Goes Viral
Lance Allred’s journey to the TEDx stage is anything but ordinary. He was raised in a polygamous family in rural Montana, made history when he became the NBA’s first deaf player, is a best selling author and just checked off another NBA first by becoming the only player to ever deliver a TEDx talk. - November 30, 2016 - Nudge Notify Marketing
United States Power Squadrons Digital Media Library Debuts Stopping a Boat on Plane Video
The United States Power Squadrons (USPS) is now premiering the new “Stopping a Boat on Plane” streaming media video in its Digital Media Library (DML). - November 30, 2016 - America's Boating Channel
"The Yellow Star" by Aaron Seth, Speaks to a Young Audience. He Writes About Life During the Holocaust. What is Life Worth, When Nothing is Left?
"The Yellow Star" depicts a story of two young boys, no more than twelve of different religious backgrounds learning to appreciate what is left of their life during the Nazi regime in Germany. Illustrator, Illana Barran is also author and illustrator of "The Survival Of The Gingerbread Girl - A Lullaby." - November 29, 2016 - Illana Barran
Donor Matching Donations Up to $50,000 for School That Gives Students a Voice in Their Education
Makarios Community School is the first and only democratic free school in the Dallas Fort Worth metroplex. The school has received a promise from a generous donor who will match funds up to $50,000 on #givingtuesday, November 29, 2016. Donations will support an increase in staff salaries and... - November 29, 2016 - Makarios Community School
New Advisor System Helps Financial Service Professionals Advise Student Loan Borrowers on Complex Repayment Strategies
The Certified Student Loan Advisor Board of Standards provides a comprehensive business development system for financial professionals. The program helps them build new business by adding student debt advising services to help clients overcome the challenges many borrowers experience in deciding the best repayment plan. - November 28, 2016 - CSLA
Hayat Private University is Acquired by Investor
The acquisition of Hayat University was completed today between its founder and owner, Mr. Najief A Nouraden and Mr. Waria Salhi, an investor and chairman and founder of Al-Aman Finance. The 3-month long negotiation concluded today in Hamburg, Germany between both sides. Mr. Nourden conveyed his... - November 28, 2016 - Waria Salhi
Global Cancer Technology, Inc. Signs Licensing Agreement with the University of California San Diego
Announcing an agreement to purchase patent and IP technology from UCSD for a novel way to track medical instruments using Nano Quantum Dots - November 25, 2016 - Global Cancer Technology, Inc
United States Power Squadrons Digital Media Library Debuts Maneuvering on Plane Video
The United States Power Squadrons (USPS) is now premiering the new “Maneuvering on Plane” streaming media video in its Digital Media Library (DML). - November 25, 2016 - America's Boating Channel
Capita Conferences Announce Details of Their Improving School Attendance and Absence Management Conference – 8th December, London
This conference gives delegates the opportunity to take part in a series of interactive sessions and review practical examples in order to identify how to engage with families and better manage attendance. - November 23, 2016 - Capita Conferences
WeVillage Breaks Ground on LA Location
WeVillage, breaks ground in LA market. Currently, four desirable locations throughout the Portland area; The Pearl, Orenco Station, Happy Valley, NE Portland. - November 23, 2016 - WeVillage LLC LA
Swindon Primary School Installs Harmonious PA
St Francis C of E Primary School in Swindon has just installed a new "child-friendly" class change and PA system to help the smooth running of the school and improve safety for staff and students. - November 23, 2016 - Bodet Ltd
United States Power Squadrons Digital Media Library Debuts Getting on Plane Video
The United States Power Squadrons (USPS) is now premiering the new “Getting on Plane” streaming media video in its Digital Media Library (DML). - November 22, 2016 - America's Boating Channel
SDSU Writers' Conference: Learn How to Get Published
The 33rd annual SDSU Writers’ Conference will take place Jan. 20-22, 2017 at the San Diego Marriott Mission Valley. - November 21, 2016 - San Diego State University, College of Extended Studies
Career Step Launches New Veterinary Assistant with Medical Office Administration Career Training Program
Career Step is proud to announce the release of its new Veterinary Assistant with Medical Office Administration program, designed to be completed in just a few months. - November 21, 2016 - Career Step
ACE Mentor Houston’s 5th Annual Fundraiser Event “Build it Forward” Needs Sponsors
Help ACE Mentor Houston give back to the community - November 19, 2016 - ACE Mentor Houston
CD Hullinger Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
CD Hullinger of San Jose, California has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 30 years in the field of art education. About CD Hullinger Ms. Hullinger is the Owner of... - November 19, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
First Graduate Transitions Executive Director
First Graduate, whose mission is to help students become the first in their families to graduate from college, is transitioning its Executive Director of eight years, Thomas Ahn. Ahn, who served as Program Director prior to taking on the organization’s lead role, will become Executive... - November 18, 2016 - First Graduate
Capita Conferences Announces Details of Their Inspecting Children’s Services Conference – Wednesday 7th December - Central London
Capita’s Inspecting Children’s Services Conference explores Ofsted’s latest consultation on inspections of children’s social care and the potential impact on the future of children’s services inspections. As the government sets out its vision to achieve excellent... - November 18, 2016 - Capita Conferences
Space-Based STEM Game Wins Good Housekeeping 2016 Award
Xtronaut Enterprises, Inc. Wins Good Housekeeping Award for Space-Based STEM Game Designed by Leader of NASA Mission. - November 17, 2016 - Xtronaut Enterprises, Inc.
PreK12 Plaza Launches Free, Bilingual Education Collaboration App, eBook Plaza
PreK12 Plaza, a social impact enterprise working to ignite the genius in every child announces the launch of app eBook Plaza, a new, free, bilingual, multimedia resource, providing teachers with blended lessons supporting English-language standards. The eBook Plaza app provides free access to... - November 17, 2016 - PreK12 Plaza
Thomas Williams Recognized as a Long-Term Outstanding Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Thomas Williams of New Orleans, Louisiana has been recognized as a long-term outstanding member since 2013 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition. He has retired after more than 40 years of providing the highest standard of education to students. About Thomas Williams Mr. Williams... - November 17, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Maha Ganga Aarti on Chhath Puja at Hazaribagh by Chanakya IAS Academy
On the auspicious occasion of Chhath Puja, Chanakya IAS Academy Hazaribagh branch, organized Maha Ganga Aarti at Jheel Parisar, Hazaribagh. The 2 days Maha Ganga Aarti commenced at 5:30pm on 6th Nov. and at 4:30am on 7th November 2016. The great dignitaries like Shri Jayant Sinha, (Minister of... - November 17, 2016 - AK Mishra's Art of Success
Lake Hopatcong Foundation Focuses on Educational Endeavors for Giving Tuesday – November 29, 2016
Lake Hopatcong Foundation will focus on children’s educational endeavors for this year’s Giving Tuesday (#givingtuesday), a global day dedicated to giving back. On Tuesday, November 29, 2016, charities, families, businesses, community centers, and students around the world will come... - November 17, 2016 - Lake Hopatcong Foundation
Luxembourg’s Ministry of Education Partners with Canadian Ed Tech Company, Vretta, to Transform Math Education Across the Country
The Ministry of National Education, Children and Youth of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg signs a convention with its Toronto based education technology partner, Vretta, for the development of the personalized learning platform, MathemaTIC, for students in Grades 3 & 4 (Cycle 3) and Grades 7... - November 17, 2016 - Vretta Inc.
Train the Trainer E-learning: CommLab India’s Amazing Thanksgiving Gift
CommLab India has an exciting offer in store for thanksgiving, a free online course "Train the Trainer" that’ll help you build classroom training skills. - November 16, 2016 - CommLab India
Language3Days Developed a New Language Learning System
Language3days is a new language learning method developed to be useful for people, who have no time to attend English lessons. The system is designed for learning English mainly at home, but it is also practicable at other places - in the park, while traveling, while waiting in the bank or other... - November 16, 2016 - Language3Days
University Study Shows Anxiety is Hurting Grades
Generating Winners is working with schools and parents to eliminate stress. - November 16, 2016 - Generating Winners
Oxford Announces Digiteum as a Partner Company
Oxford University Press (OUP) announces Digiteum as one of its official partners on the website after the successful completion of the first phase of Oxford Global Language initiative on October 18, 2016. - November 15, 2016 - Digiteum
Wittenberg University Introduces New Master of Science in Analytics Degree Program
Wittenberg University Answers the Call for Analytics Professionals with a New Degree Offering. - November 15, 2016 - Wittenberg University
Educational Services, Inc. Announces Its Free Online Professional Development for Substitute Teachers
The company becomes the first in the state of Arizona to offer a free online professional development program specifically for substitute teachers. - November 15, 2016 - Educational Services, Inc.
Dogswinger Announces an Appeal for Public Alertness on the Current Status of the Human-Dog Relationship for the Future of Dogs
Due to recent growth of faulty and viral businesses and occupations which are irrelevant to a dog's well being and domestication, Dogswinger announces a recent campaign to bring attention to the imminent danger to dogs. - November 14, 2016 - Dogswinger.com
Unimarket Boosts Buyer & AP Efficiency with Latest Updates
New Release Introduces Dashboards, Expanded Functionality, Plus More Streamlined Look and Feel - November 14, 2016 - Unimarket
SANSSpace™ LIVE Instructional Technology Platform Adds Mobility to Language Teaching
The SANSSpace LIVE (Live Interactive Virtual Environment) platform will be showcased in hands-on demonstrations this week at the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Conference in Boston. SANSSpace LIVE, from SANS Inc. Software and Network Solutions, provides mobility for... - November 14, 2016 - SANS Inc. Instructional Technology for Language Learning
Minority, Female Veteran-Owned Enterprise, Vets In 3D Celebrates 1 Year Launch and WOSB Certification
Vets In 3D, a 3D Printing company founded by former Army Veterinary Corps officer Dr. Turnera Croom, celebrates certification as a Woman Owned Small Business by SBA and the first year anniversary of it's Veteran's Day launch. - November 13, 2016 - Steadfast International, LLC
AsheBridge Children’s Academy Donates Over 200 lbs. of Food to InterAct of Wake County and the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina
Families, staff, and interns at AsheBridge Children’s Academy of Fuquay-Varina collected more than 200 pounds of non-perishable food and infant formula during a week-long collection effort that has been donated directly to the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina and InterAct of... - November 12, 2016 - AsheBridge Children's Academy
Marine Law Symposium Announced
Expert witness training for the boating industry. - November 11, 2016 - ABYC
North Shropshire College Students Sell Poppies for British Legion
Uniform Public Services Level 3 year one students have been volunteering their services selling poppies in Oswestry and Shrewsbury. - November 10, 2016 - North Shropshire College
Talent Development Program 6 2016 Improve Transafe Indonesia’s Employee Service to Customer
Employees in big corporations are called “Talent.” These Talents have to be improving to grow the company as well as so the customers feel the impact the customer experience within the company. Transafe Indonesia successfully conducts Sixth Talent Development Program that will increase their employee capability. - November 10, 2016 - Transafe Indonesia
Tommy the Learned Cat Goes to Rugby School to Celebrate the 450th Anniversary of One of the Oldest Schools in the World #Rugby450
Rugby School, one of the oldest and greatest schools in the world is about to turn 450 years old! The new children's book "Tommy the Learned Cat goes to Rugby: Letters from the Boarding School" follows the adventures of Tommy the Learned Cat and his favourite human Annee Brown as they embark on their boarding life in Tudor House in one of the most exciting places to live and study! Rugby School, here we come! And of course, Happy Birthday, Rugby School! #Rugby450 - November 09, 2016 - Clever Fox Press Ltd
AK Mishra’s Art of Success Seminar Held at Le Méridien
After transforming lives of thousands with his sought after Art of Success Seminars, AK Mishra’s Art of Success recently organized another life transformational training program at Le Méridien Hotel, Gurgaon. The seminar was held on 27th October 2016 for all the senior managers of Le... - November 09, 2016 - AK Mishra's Art of Success
North Shropshire College Raises Money for Guide Dogs
NSC’s (North Shropshire College) learning resource centre has held a raffle to raise money for their chosen charity: Guide dogs. - November 09, 2016 - North Shropshire College
NSC Tutor Teaches Partially Sighted to Create Wreaths
North Shropshire College (NSC) tutor Eileen Avery-Scott has been showing Oswestry’s sight loss group how to create wreaths in time for Christmas. - November 09, 2016 - North Shropshire College
Pearl of Africa Children’s Choir Visit the Walford Campus
Pearl of Africa Children’s Choir Visit North Shropshire College Walford Campus - November 09, 2016 - North Shropshire College
Floristry Students Prepare for Remembrance Sunday
North Shropshire College floristry Students Prepare for Remembrance Sunday - November 09, 2016 - North Shropshire College
Los Angeles Jewish Community Leader Virginia A. Maas Appointed American Jewish University Board Chair
American Jewish University (AJU) is pleased to announce Mrs. Virginia A. Maas has been appointed Chairperson of the AJU Board of Trustees. Mrs. Maas is well-known and valued leader in the wider Los Angeles Jewish community, serving on numerous nonprofit organizations in a variety of capacities. - November 07, 2016 - American Jewish University
Maureen E. Marshall-Jeffers Recognized as a Lifetime Featured Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Maureen E. Marshall-Jeffers of Tinton Falls, New Jersey has been recognized as a Lifetime Featured Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of education. About Maureen E. Marshall-Jeffers Ms. - November 05, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
United States Power Squadrons Digital Media Library Debuts Steering Basics Video
The United States Power Squadrons (USPS) is now premiering the new “Steering Basics” streaming media video in its Digital Media Library (DML). - November 05, 2016 - America's Boating Channel
German Bible Society to Publish Unique Illustrated Bible
3,333 Bible illustrations by Willy Wiedmann depicting the Old and New Testament in two volumes. The Wiedmann Media AG and the German Bible Society will publish a one of a kind Bible Art-Edition by the end of 2017. It depicts the complete Old and New Testament in 3,333 images and was painted by the German artist Willy Wiedmann. - November 03, 2016 - Wiedmann Media AG
Career Step Vice President of Continuing Education Judson Smith Appointed to Leadership Position by NAEMSE
Career Step Vice President of Continuing Education, Judson Smith, has been appointed Co-Chair of the Education Technology Committee by the National Association of EMS Educators. - November 03, 2016 - Career Step
RK Prasad Speaking on Mobile Learning Challenges at ATD TechKnowledge® 2017
RK Prasad, CEO & Co-Founder, CommLab India, will conduct an interactive session at the ATD TechKnowledge® conference on challenges in mobile learning adoption. - November 02, 2016 - CommLab India