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Research & Entrepreneurship Day 2010: Engineering Innovation
R&E Day is a showcase of Stevens advanced technologies, including its array of startup companies and student based research programs. It is also a celebration of the Institutes’ focus on entrepreneurship and success in engineering solutions for the betterment of mankind. R&E Day is intended to foster relationships with industry, investors, and researchers who can cooperate in commercializing these exciting new technologies. - April 23, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Lupus Research Institute: News on Possible Drug for Lupus—Benlysta™
Human Genome Sciences (HGS) and GlaxoSmithKline Report Topline Results of 76-Week, Phase 3 Study - April 22, 2010 - Lupus Research Institute
Cypress Creek EMS: Setting the Precedence on Managing Excited Delirium Patients
Cypress Creek EMS has taken initiative to host an Excited Delirium training course for prevention and intervention of in-custody deaths. - April 22, 2010 - Cypress Creek EMS
Orange County’s First-Ever Kids Restaurant Week June 27 – July 3
The Orange County Restaurant Association, Inc. has announced the dates for Orange County’s first-ever Kids Restaurant Week, focused on celebrating dining out as a family. - April 22, 2010 - OC Restaurant Association
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) Announces the Connecticut Women Real Estate Investors Meeting and Dinner
On April 27, 2010, the CT REIA in association with the Women Real Estate investors Association (WREIA) will be hosting a dinner meeting at Alina’s Ristorante in Wallingford, CT. - April 22, 2010 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Athletic Coaches Have a Profound Impact on the Lives of Young Athletes
Survey of thousands of US travel coaches reports that nearly all are asked for non-sports related advice by their players. - April 22, 2010 - National Coach Survey
A Taste of India, with Rewarding Opportunities in Kerala with GVI
Ethical volunteering organization, Global Vision International (GVI), have recently launched a new volunteer project in Kerala, South India, working and teaching at orphanages and schools with vulnerable and underprivileged children. Volunteers experience a taste of the culture in India while making a significant difference in the lives of the children that GVI work with. - April 22, 2010 - Global Vision International (GVI)
Stellar Award Winners, The Rance Allen Group, to Perform on Mother’s Day at Faith Chapel Christian Center
Renowned gospel trio and Tyscot recording artists, The Rance Allen Group, will perform during Faith Chapel Christian Center’s Mother’s Day service on Sunday, May 9, 2010. This service, which begins at 10:00 a.m., will be held at The Word Dome located at 100 Lexington Street in the Wylam... - April 22, 2010 - Faith Chapel Christian Center
ThePort Network and Web Courseworks Announce New Partnership to Strengthen Learning Communities for Associations
Web Courseworks, a provider of eLearning and hosted learning management services, and ThePort Network, a social media platform provider, today announced their strategic partnership. The partnership will provide customers with integrated services between Web Courseworks’ web-based learning... - April 22, 2010 - Web Courseworks
NAWBO San Diego Announces BRAVO! Award Nominees/ Winners Will be Announced at May 19 Event
NAWBO San Diego announced today the nominees for its six BRAVO! Awards. The winners will be announced at the dinner event, set for May 19 at the Courtyard Marriott Airport/Liberty Station. - April 22, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego
Sports at the Beach and My Sports Dreams Partner Up to Bring a Unique Tournament Experience to Thousands of Athletes
MSD tabbed to be an official fundraising partner. - April 22, 2010 - My Sports Dreams
A Unique Inspirational LinkedIn Group: Spring Magic Life Society
“Spring Magic Life - The Society for Love, Wisdom and Happiness,” a recently created LinkedIn international group (owner website: www.SpringMagicLife.com), focuses on supporting professional people to live an ideal quality life with balance, fulfillment, happiness and magic life experience. - April 22, 2010 - SpringMagicLife.com
Texas Educators Elected to State Science Association Board
The members of the Science Teachers Association of Texas (STAT) have spoken. Association members have elected a slate of their peers to serve on the state board for the Science Teachers Association of Texas, commencing their leadership on June 1, 2010. The association serves as an advocate for science learning and teaching and provides teachers with state-approved professional development through their annual Conference for the Advancement of Science Teaching (CAST). - April 22, 2010 - Science Teachers Association of Texas
Steve Turoff Announced as Chief Technology Officer for mumms® Hospice Software
mumms® Software, a technology leader in the hospice community, announced the promotion of Steve Turoff, a former Senior Software Engineer and Product Manager, as Chief Technology Officer. Mr. Turoff started his career as an engineer at Intel and has since worked with companies including Sony,... - April 21, 2010 - mumms Software
CSIA Opens Apex Award’ Nominations
CSIA today announces nominations are open for their 10th annual Apex Awards. - April 21, 2010 - CSIA, Colorado's Technology Association
ACCA Re-Asserts Its Commitment to the Accountancy Profession in Singapore by Backing Official Report
Publication of CDAS consultation supported by global accountancy body. - April 21, 2010 - ACCA
WBCBL Teams Up with My Sports Dreams as Official Fundraising Partner for Franchises
My Sports Dreams Solves Financial Challenges for College, High School and Now Professional Teams Nationwide. - April 21, 2010 - My Sports Dreams
Norwalk Exchange Club Presents "Competition Grilling 101"
The Norwalk Exchange Club will present "Competition Grilling 101" a barbecue cooking class on Sunday June 13th, from 10:00am until 3:00pm at the Gallaher Estate (Cranbury Park) Pavilion in Norwalk, Connecticut. Instructed by last years Bar•B•Q Pit Grilling Champion Mike Lee and... - April 21, 2010 - Norwalk Exchange Club
Fifth Annual Mothers Who Make a Difference List
Love Our Children USA announced today the recipients of the Fifth Annual Mothers Who Make A Difference Awards, which recognize and support mothers in the celebrity and entertainment industries for their balancing motherhood, work and causes around the world. Among this year’s winners are celebrity moms Julianna Margulies, Amanda Peet, Keri Russell, Meredith Vieira, and Vanessa Williams. - April 20, 2010 - Love Our Children USA
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® and Triangle Multiple Listing Service Launch Redesigned Website
Raymond Larcher, executive vice president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), announced that the association and Triangle Multiple Listing Service, Inc. (TMLS) have launched a newly redesigned Website. The site was designed by Click Culture, a Raleigh-based... - April 20, 2010 - RRAR
Wisconsin Pediatricians Oppose Sale of "Raw Milk" -- WIAAP Urges Defeat of AB 628 and SB 434
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics stands opposed to two companion bills currently going through the legislature that would legalize the sale of unpasteurized milk. "Raw milk" is a potentially dangerous food product that would endanger children and individuals with compromised immune systems, as well as the general public. - April 19, 2010 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Peaceful Solution Character Education Incorporated Announces Intensive Four-Day Teacher Training Summer Seminar on How to End Violence and Tension Among Students
Non-profit organization to hold a summer seminar training series that will teach educators how to develop positive moral character in their students and bring peace back into schools. - April 19, 2010 - Peaceful Solution Character Education Incorporated
African Services Committee Announces Positive Kids 3: Through Their Eyes Event
African Services Committee, in collaboration with award-winning photographer, Haik Kocharian, is proud to present Positive Kids 3: Through Their Eyes, a photographic exhibition and cocktail reception taking place on May 17th, 2010 and benefiting African Services Pediatric HIV programs in Ethiopia. - April 19, 2010 - African Services Committee
New Stewardship Code: It’s Not Just About Compliance But About Good Governance
Stakeholders should be encouraged to use whatever rights and powers they may have to protect their own interests, says ACCA. - April 18, 2010 - ACCA
SAFE Director to Receive 2010 Nata Award of Excellence
Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE) Director Arlynn McMahon is the 2010 recipient of the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) Excellence in Flight Training Award. McMahon is the Training Center Manager at Aero-Tech, Inc., a flight school based in Lexington, KY. She was the... - April 18, 2010 - Society of Aviation and Flight Educators
Hampton University Awarded Grant from Wolf Aviation Fund in Support of the Project
The Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE) has begun development of a new Aviation-Mentoring Program. Working together with SAFE, Hampton University Department of Aviation has received a grant from the Wolf Aviation Fund to help develop the project. According to Hampton University... - April 18, 2010 - Society of Aviation and Flight Educators
Portable Storage Hits Homerun at Baseball Stadiums
With a new Major League Baseball season beginning, portable storage units are getting emptied out again – at least temporarily. Find out how baseball teams are using portable storage. - April 18, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association
John Packer Associates Have Been Awarded the ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management System Accreditation
This recognition further demonstrates the company’s commitment to sustainable design and management in all aspects of their work - April 18, 2010 - John Packer Associates
One Eleven Place Named to Triangle Business Journal’s Meeting and Banquet Facilities List
Raymond Larcher, executive vice president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), has announced that One Eleven Place has been named to Triangle Business Journal’s Meeting and Banquet Facilities List. The venue has been recognized by Triangle Business... - April 17, 2010 - RRAR
Jennifer Bosser Joins Wake County Economic Development as Assistant Executive Director
Ken Atkins, executive director of Wake County Economic Development (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced that Jennifer Bosser has joined the organization as assistant executive director. Bosser’s responsibilities include overseeing day to day operations, pursuing strategic initiatives and... - April 17, 2010 - Wake County Economic Development
Dr. Charles Hamner Recognized with Health Care Heroes Lifetime Achievement Award
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences (www.thehamner.org), an independent, nonprofit organization that offers an open, collaborative and cross-disciplinary approach to translational biomedical research, has announced that Charles E. Hamner, Jr., D.V.M., Ph.D., chairman of the board of directors... - April 17, 2010 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Tampa Bay Walk Now for Autism Speaks Will Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy and Research on Saturday, May 1 at North Strab Park in St. Petersburg, FL
Autism Speaks, the nation’s largest autism science and advocacy organization, today announced that the Fourth annual Tampa Bay Walk Now for Autism Speaks fundraising and awareness event will take place on Saturday, May 1, 2010 at North Straub Park in St. Petersburg. All event proceeds will... - April 17, 2010 - Autism Speaks, NJ
Martial Arts Teachers' Association Bootcamp Prepares Schools for "The Karate Kid" Jump in Membership
In contrast to the down economy, many martial arts schools are enjoying a strong year mostly due to the popularity of mixed martial arts. With the coming debut of "The Karate Kid" remake with Jackie Chan schools are preparing for another influx of students. One of the professions' leading... - April 17, 2010 - MATA
HeartShare Gala Raised $670,000
Friends of HeartShare Human Services came out to support the nonprofit’s Annual Spring Gala and Auction and, despite the bad economy, raised more money than in each of the previous two years. Nearly 1,000 guests attended the event and raised more than $670,000 for HeartShare’s programs... - April 17, 2010 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Owner of Tennessee Charter Bus Company Makes a ‘Wise’ Choice to Fund Educational Public Awareness Campaign Using a Portion of His Company’s Parts Purchases
Motorcoach operators and coach manufacturers collaborate to generate long-term, sustainable revenue for not-for-profit organization whose sole purpose is to promote public awareness about the availability, selection, usage and benefits of motorcoach transportation. - April 17, 2010 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
A All Animal Control Race in Atlanta Doesn't Pan Out
The need for speed didn't pan out for the A All Animal Control Dragbike Racing Team this past weekend in Atlanta, Ga. Evidentially, a faulty oil pan was the culprit for the team's setbacks. "Friday test and tuning turned up a serious problem. When we were slowing down on the big end, the oil... - April 17, 2010 - A All Animal Control
mumms® Hospice Software Increases Staff Efficiency with Third Party Interface Capabilities
One of the many benefits of mumms® Software, the leading electronic health record (EHR) provider for hospice and palliative care, is its capability and corporate will to interface with any program that can import or export data. This means, if information that is already in the mumms®... - April 16, 2010 - mumms Software
EngEx and the World Trade Center San Diego Partner to Develop Export Opportunities at EngEx 2010
Supporting Presidential Policy to Double Exports in Five Years. - April 16, 2010 - EngEx Inc
Greensboro Mayor Issues Pet Week Proclamation for North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association
The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association (www.ncvma.org) has announced that Greensboro’s mayor, William H. Knight, has signed a proclamation declaring May 2 through 8 as Pet Week. National Pet Week is an annual week of awareness designed to promote responsible pet ownership,... - April 16, 2010 - NCVMA
The Himalayan Cataract Project, a Vermont-Based International Eye Care Organization, Earns Highest Rating for Fiscal Responsibility
The Himalayan Cataract Project (HCP) works to eradicate preventable and curable blindness through high-quality ophthalmic care, education and the establishment of a world-class eye care infrastructure which includes eye hospitals, clinics and medical training. HCP works throughout the Himalayas and in Africa. The nonprofit has been awarded its fifth consecutive 4-star rating from Charity Navigator. - April 16, 2010 - Himalayan Cataract Project
‘Cena in Giardino’ Brunch and Art Show to Benefit Local Animal Sanctuary
On May 8th and 9th Goathouse Refuge, a no-kill cat sanctuary in Pittsboro, will host a charity art show in the Refuge gardens. The art show will feature original designs by Siglinda Scarpa, founder of the Refuge and world-renowned artist. On May 9th guests can also come out for a brunch, where they... - April 16, 2010 - The Goathouse Refuge
New Jersey Branch of Association of Bridal Consultants to Sponsor Cancer Patient’s Wedding
The New Jersey Branch of the Association of Bridal Consultants is coming together to plan a wedding for a bride who has metastatic breast cancer. All of the professional service providers are donating their time and/or services to make the bride’s dream come true. - April 16, 2010 - New Jersey Branch of Association of Bridal Consultants
3rd Casino Night to be Held at American Legion in Leonia Will Supports Troops and Vets
The American Legion Post 1 in Leonia NJ will host the 3rd Casino Night with Texas Hold'em Tournament and Black Jack Tournament. A perfect end to the week - stop by for free food, open bar and a game of Texas Hold'em or Black Jack. Cash prizes for top three Poker winners and beautiful gift basket for Black Jack winners. - April 15, 2010 - American Legion Post #1
Hotels for Hope: Book a Room and Donate to the Life of a Child
Hotels for Hope is a social enterprise that has created a new culture associated with booking hotel accommodations. Each of Austin Hospitality’s contracted hotels is asked to include a $1 charitable contribution to one of their partner charities, whose missions are dedicated to positively impacting children. Austin Hospitality then matches these donations, dollar for dollar. In short, each room night generates $2 for Hotels for Hope. - April 15, 2010 - Hotels for Hope
NACCE Issues Call for Papers for 2010 Conference in Orlando, FL
The National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) has issued a call for papers for its 2010 conference, to be held October 10-13, 2010 in Orlando, FL. The deadline for submissions is midnight EST on April 28, 2010. Submissions must be made through the conference Web site at... - April 15, 2010 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
NPSA Spring Portable Storage Seminar Organizes Industry Roundtable
The National Portable Storage Association's 2010 Spring Portable Storage Seminar in Virginia Beach, Va. on April 26-27 will offer a roundtable of industry experts to discuss opportunities and challenges. - April 15, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association
Carbon Reduction Commitment – Deadline Has Passed, But Don’t Get Caught Out, Warns ACCA
Firms of all sizes need to get to grips with their carbon accounts and include the Government’s CRC in their future planning. - April 14, 2010 - ACCA
Introducing First Safety Institute, the Newest Member of the HSI Family of Brands
First Safety Institute will offer specialized safety courses to enhance the emergency care training of businesses, non-profits, government agencies and other organizations. - April 14, 2010 - Health & Safety Institute (HSI)
NRCC Lists Scott Rigell as "On the Radar"
After being among a handful of candidates nationwide to outraise an incumbent in total contributions, Scott Rigell is the only candidate in the 2nd District to achieve "On the Radar" status. - April 14, 2010 - Scott Rigell For Congress
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) Announces April 2010 Monthly Meeting with Al Aiello, Tax Reduction Specialist
On April 19, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association, or CT REIA, will be hosting its monthly meeting with tax reduction specialist Al Aiello. Attendees will learn strategies for protecting their profits and reducing their tax obligations. - April 14, 2010 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA