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UVA Student Receives $7,000 Scholar at Sea Award
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) has awarded Sarah Brown its Scholar at Sea Award. The $ 7,000 scholarship will partially cover her participation in the Semester at Sea program, which allows students to visit nearly a dozen countries while studying on a sailing campus. Brown is a... - September 04, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
UCLA Student Receives $5000 Study Abroad Scholarship
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) has awarded Tina Ngo the NSCS Scholar Abroad Scholarship for the fall semester. Ngo, a senior in the political science and East Asian studies program, will spend a year in Japan studying Japanese politics, history and foreign policy. “We... - September 04, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Lana Perhacs Honored by Wedding & Event Videographers Association
The Wedding & Event Videographers Association International (WEVA), the largest non-profit trade association for professional videographers, is pleased to recognize Lana Perhacs of Mystic Image Video in Parma Ohio as the first, female Merited Professional Videographer (MPV) in the world. Lana... - September 04, 2008 - Mystic Image Video, LLC
Claremont Chapel Hill Offers New Homes: Far From Ordinary, Close to Everything
Claremont, a distinctive community in Chapel Hill, N.C. offers homeowners customized designer details and "green" features in every residence. Situated in an ideal location, Claremont is just around the corner from some the state's most desirable schools and minutes from the fabulous restaurants, boutiques and nightlife in Chapel Hill, Carrboro and Durham. - September 04, 2008 - Claremont
HomeAdditionPlus.com Announces Its Bathroom Remodeling Bid Sheet
The Bathroom Remodeling Bid sheet is the perfect tool for planning a bathroom remodeling project and finding and hiring the right bathroom remodeling contractor. - September 04, 2008 - DIY HomeAdditionPlus.com
Rabbi’s Approach to Interfaith Weddings Hits Home with Couples, as Demand for Services Increases
When Rabbi David S. Gruber of Frisco, Texas, a northern suburb of Dallas, started officiating at interfaith weddings he had no idea how great the need was. Having launched his website www.interfaithweddingrabbi.net in December of 2007, Gruber has worked with or is working with about twenty five... - September 04, 2008 - Bar & Bat Mitzvahs Rabbi
Virtual Teams Now a Reality
Two out of Three Companies Say They Will Rely More on Virtual Teams in the Future. - September 04, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
How2panama Announces Launch of New Website
A revolutionary new website to hit Panama, offering customers invaluable information, designed to help save time and money. - September 03, 2008 - How2Panama
The Wedding Show, Presented by Go2Wed.com
Colorado’s Wedding and Event Directory and wedding planning website Go2Wed.com to host “The Wedding Show” a benefit for The Pink Envelope Project for The Making Memories Foundation. - September 03, 2008 - Go2Wed
Insurance Agents United Association HomeCheckUp Programs Expands Nationally
The Insurance Agents United Association (IAUA) has contracted with Alliance Adjustment. - September 03, 2008 - Insurance Agents United Association
PhotographyCorner.com Announces the September 2008 Photograph of the Month
Jim Neiger of Kissimmee, Florida is the Latest Photograph of the Month Winner at www.PhotographyCorner.com. - September 03, 2008 - PhotographyCorner.com
NPSA Conference Features Renowned Business Ethics Expert
Marianne Jennings, a professor of legal and ethical studies in business at Arizona State University, will share wisdom for practical ethical issues at the 6th Annual NPSA Conference. - September 03, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Life-Changing Yoga Retreats by Yatra Yoga International
This press release informs the readers about worldwide Custom Retreats, Eco-Tours and Life-Changing Journeys offered by Yatra Yoga International (YYI). It also presents the views of those who attended the November 2008 yoga retreat in Troncones, Mexico. - September 03, 2008 - Yatra Yoga International
InternationalWatchClub.com Adds Detailed Background on Boucheron Watches
InternationalWatchClub.com, a complete online resource for watch collectors and buyers, now offers detailed background information on Boucheron Watches. - September 03, 2008 - International Watch Club
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Member, Dave Mason to Perform in Ventura, CA
Hall of Fame member, Dave Mason to perform in concert on, Saturday, September 27, 2008, at 7:30pm, at the historic "Lodge”, 11 S. Ash St, Ventura, CA, and will benefit Project Encore. - September 02, 2008 - Zoey's Live Productions
PKS Kids Announces 2nd Annual Charity Bike Run Event: Proceeds Will Support Children with Rare Genetic Disorder
PKS Kids (www.pkskids.net) today announced their 2nd Annual Charity Bike Run in support of children with a rare chromosomal disorder, Pallister-Killian Syndrome (PKS). The event will be held on Saturday September 6th, 2008 at 12:00 pm (rain date September 7, 2008) at the Double R Bar, 24 Lowell... - September 02, 2008 - GraysonZanePR
Riviera Nayarit Inspires California Song Writer
Sayulita,’ a Tale of Mysterious Love by Smitty West, Celebrates Beauty, Passion of Mexico’s Newest Vacation Destination. - September 02, 2008 - Riviera Nayarit
Enjoy a Taste of Riviera Nayarit: AAA Honors Two Restaurants with the Much Respected Four Diamond Award
Charming restaurants in tiny fishing villages offering gourmet cuisine by international chefs and authentic Mexican seaside cuisine are the culinary rewards awaiting travelers exploring Mexico’s newest destination, Riviera Nayarit. Just opened in January 2008, the newest gourmet restaurant... - September 02, 2008 - Riviera Nayarit
Rad's Window Screen Tape Invention Leads the Future in Screen Repairs
Rad's Window Screen Tape is a new product on the market that immediately repairs fiberglass screens in Screenhouses, Windows, Trailers, Tents developed to overcome the limitations of screen patches currently on the market. - September 02, 2008 - Rad's Screenfixer, LLC.
EAT! Fraser Valley Launches Sept 12, 2008 at Tradex, Abbotsford, BC
In response to overwhelming consumer demand in the Valley, the very successful six year old EAT! Vancouver is recreating the magic of food and cooking at the Tradex Exhibition Centre in Abbotsford, BC. The festival will draw on a consumer base of over 1.5 million persons in the fastest growing community in Canada. - September 02, 2008 - evalu8.org Media Inc.
evalu8.org Announces 2008 Christmas Gift Guide Submission Deadlines
Companies and individuals looking for free promotion for their products or services urged to tender samples for review. Deadline for receipt of all items tendered for review for this year's Christmas gift guide is October 10, 2008, as evalu8.org reviewers need adequate time to try out and examine items in order to create and submit thorough reviews. Review samples are not returned. - September 02, 2008 - evalu8.org Media Inc.
Experience the World’s Biggest and Most Extraordinary Carnival Celebrations in Rio de Janeiro and Salvador da Bahia in Luxury
Book early with Intelligent Leisure Solutions and the Discover Travel Group to take part in Brazil’s 2009 Carnival Celebrations in luxury Hotels in Rio and Salvador. - September 02, 2008 - Intelligent Leisure Solutions
Tigerlily Foundation Founder, Maimah Karmo, Young Survivor of Breast Cancer Given "Heart of Courage Award" for Advocacy Efforts
Tigerlily Foundation (Tigerlily)’s founder was the honor of the Courage Award by the Liberian Image Awards (LIA) on August 30, 2008. Held at Bethesda Theatre, located at 7719 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD, the theme of the event was "Embrace & Inspire Creativity in the Liberian... - September 02, 2008 - Tigerlily Foundation
September Series "Walking with Faith in a Fear Filled World" at Sacred Center New York by Nationally Recognized Speaker and Best Selling Author August Gold
New exciting and life changing talks by August Gold during the month of September at Sacred Center New York, the fastest growing spiritual center in the US. - September 01, 2008 - Sacred Center New York
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webinar on Statement 157 Fair Value Accounting and Its Critical Impact on Your Business
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars, announced today that it has scheduled a live webinar on Statement 157 Fair Value Accounting and Its Critical Impact on Your Business. This two-hour event is scheduled on Tuesday, January 20th, 2009, at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (EST – New York). - September 01, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Charitii.com Launches Free Charity Word Game to Donate Clean Drinking Water
Every correct word will donate five ounces of clean drinking water to the charity: water nonprofit organization. - September 01, 2008 - Charitii.com
Social Networking for European Disabled
DisEuropa.eu - a new social networking website especially for disabled Europeans has been launched this week. - August 31, 2008 - DisEuropa
Stanton Lions Provide Vision Care for 2008-2009 School Year
Stanton Lions provide eye care to needy children. - August 31, 2008 - Stanton Lions Club
CheckOutMyTrip.com is Marking 1 Year Anniversary with New Release Due Out October 1st, 2008
CheckOutMyTrip.com is celebrating 1 year in business with a new release of the Website. The new design will include all of the current favorites, but will take it to a whole new level. - August 31, 2008 - CheckOutMyTrip.com
Entertainment Industry Gives Back to the Kids
200 representatives from the entertainment industry raised $70,000 in one evening at The Cynopsis Foundation Charity Dinner and Auction at Chelsea Pier Sixty. 100% of the funds raised will go to Kids In Need and EarthEcho, two charities dedicated to enhancing and improving the lives of generations to come. - August 31, 2008 - The Cynopsis Foundation, Inc
Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Named Company Charity of Choice for Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q
Lori K. Lee, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org), has announced that the organization has been named company charity of choice for Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q (SCNB), North Carolina’s largest barbecue chain restaurant. As SCNB’s... - August 31, 2008 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
REIClub.com Presents Free Teleseminar with Wendy Patton on September 9, 2008
Wendy Patton, who first gained nationwide attention in 2005 as the author of "Investing in Real Estate with Lease Options and Subject To" Deals", will be the featured guest in REIClub.com's special Teleseminar to air September 9, 2008. REIClub at http://www.REIClub.com is a free... - August 31, 2008 - REIClub
BizCentral USA Strategies Help Make Dreams a Reality for Small Business Owners
BizCentral USA is celebrating their contribution to the accomplishments of over 500 small businesses with the development of a redesigned website featuring enhanced products and features. Since 2005, BizCentral has been dedicated to helping small businesses achieve success. Offering a variety of... - August 30, 2008 - BizCentral USA
Smitteniche Digs for DIY Delights and Discovers Hidden, Handmade Gems
Inviting readers to step outside of big-box buying is Smitteniche, a fun and fanciful shopping blog featuring fresh and unique finds with a handmade twist. Celebrating independent artisans and homegrown businesses, Smitteniche is poised to become an online trove for indie treasures. - August 30, 2008 - Smitteniche
Mother and Child Survival Project Showing Success in the Democratic Republic of Congo
An effort to save the lives of mothers and children in the DR Congo, where maternal and infant mortality rates are among the highest in the world, is showing signs of success. - August 30, 2008 - IMA World Health
Speaking Of Women’s Health Names Luncheon Keynote Speaker
Dr. Lisa Roberts, co-chair of Raleigh’s Speaking of Women’s Health Conference (www.swhraleigh.com) and president and CEO of Gynecology & Laparoscopic Surgeons, PC (www.glsi.info), has announced that Linda Larsen, a professional who helps people increase communication and self-esteem... - August 30, 2008 - Speaking of Women's Health
Strategic Partnership Announced Between Former McDonalds CEO and New Hospitality Company
Ed Rensi and Jay Koenigsberg Align with Plans for Expansion of Two Successful Brands in Hospitality and Motor Sports. - August 30, 2008 - PitStop 500
Weizmann Institute of Science Annual Dinner to be held Sept. 20: Northfield’s Theodore F. Perlman to Receive 2008 Leadership Award
Plans to endow first Chicago professional chair to be announced at event, which also celebrates 75 year association of Chicago with Weizmann. - August 30, 2008 - Weizmann Institute of Science / ACWIS
IMC-USA Expresses Alarm at Anti-Christian Violence in Orissa; Demands the State and Central Governments to Act Immediately
Indian Muslim Council-USA (IMC-USA), an advocacy group working toward safeguarding India’s pluralist and tolerant ethos, denounces in the strongest terms, the ongoing massacre of Christians and the killing of the Hindutva leader in the Indian state of Orissa. According to news reports,... - August 30, 2008 - Indian Muslim Council-USA
The Ophelia Project Begins Pilot Project Addressing Cyberbullying
The Ophelia Project will launch a pilot project that addresses cyberbullying at three Erie County schools during September. This pilot project, developed by cyberbullying consultant Erika Dauber and Ophelia staff, will raise awareness about cyberbullying and provide teachers and students with... - August 30, 2008 - The Ophelia Project
Food & Wine Anniversary Sweepstakes
From Vacations to Cookbooks, Food & Wine Magazine Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary with a 30-Day Epicurean Giveaway. - August 29, 2008 - American Express Publishing
End Malaria – Blue Ribbon Campaign Engages Families from Lesoma Village in Botswana
Botswana and United States teachers and students are working together with the support of the American Embassy, the Ministry of Health, local government officials, and the Malaria Foundation International (MFI) to engage community leaders and families from the Lesoma Village, Chobe District of Botswana in today’s global fight against malaria. - August 29, 2008 - Malaria Foundation International
Hair Etc. Offers Discounts to Reinhardt Students, Seniors, Fire & Sheriff in Waleska, GA
Hair Etc. supports the local community of Waleska, GA by offering discounts on haircuts and hairstyles. Staff members of Hair Etc. attended a forum for Reinhardt College students offering prizes of haircuts, hairstyles, spa pedicures, manicures, and hair, skin and nail products. - August 29, 2008 - Hair Etc.
Hilton Dallas Park Cities is Recognized as an SMU Hotel
The Hilton Dallas Park Cities is proud to be recognized as an SMU Hotel after many years of supporting the university’s diverse associations and organizations. The Dallas Hilton has long been an active member of the community and neighborhood, and has always welcomed SMU students, faculty,... - August 29, 2008 - Hilton Dallas Park Cities
G.A.P Adventures Holds Travel Photo Story Contest
G.A.P Adventures, a world leader in adventure travel, is encouraging travellers to share the stories that inspired their best photos. - August 29, 2008 - G Adventures
Response It Supplies Farnborough International Airshow
Response IT, the Surrey based IT services company, has celebrated a successful Farnborough International Airshow following their appointment as the official IT supplier. Response IT was selected as the IT supplier to the bi-ennial air show following their work as IT supplier to the show’s organiser Farnborough International Ltd (FIL) over the past two years. - August 29, 2008 - Response-it
Child Alert Center Charities Announces Broadcast of "Still Missing" in Jacksonville, FL
Child Alert Center Charities (CAC Charities), is a 501(c)3 not for profit organization committed to bringing awareness of missing children to local communities through public television broadcasting. The company's goal is to make the shows available to 24 markets across the United States and help... - August 29, 2008 - Child Alert Center Charities
This Marin County Artist is Presenting at the West Hollywood Erotic Art Fair Weekend and is Debuting with Two Solo Shows in San Francisco
Nancy Peach has been an Architectural Illustrator, Children's Book Illustrator and Muralist for over 35 years. She has spent 16 years in Marin County and is truly coming into her own as an Erotic Artist. She is heading for Hollywood in October to present her new body of work, "The Men in My Life." Tom of Finland Foundation is presenting this Erotic Art Fair that attracts erotic artists world-wide. - August 28, 2008 - Nancy Peach Erotic Artist
New York Fashion Photographer Philippe Rohdewald to Offer Video Catalog Production
New York fashion photographer Philippe Rohdewald announced a major business expansion on his end: As of Fall 2008, he will be offering video and motion services to fashion designers, online apparel retailers, advertising and design companies. “With internet technology rapidly evolving,... - August 28, 2008 - Philippe Rohdewald Photography
CharityNet USA Unveils Redesigned Websites with More Features and Expanded Services to Assist Nonprofits
Resources for charities and nonprofit organizations just got easier to find with the launching of the new website for CharityNet USA. The site, which acts as a national "one-stop" portal, is focused on supporting the administrative needs of the nonprofit sector and can be found at... - August 28, 2008 - BizCentral USA