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Through The Withering Storm: A Brief History of a Mental Illness Now Available in Paperback in Time for Bipolar Awareness Month
Through the Withering Storm, a book by Leif Gregersen, up until now only available as an ebook, has now been re-edited and released on amazon. This book tells the story of one young man's broken dreams and shattered relationships as he deals with Bipolar Disorder. - February 26, 2013 - Leif Gregersen
Dr. Mark Sarver, eduKan CEO, to Speak About Biometric Technology for Online Education at the 20th International Center for Academic Integrity Conference
At the 20th ICAI Conference’s Technology Showcase, Dr. Mark Sarver will be discussing how eduKan is using biometrics technology for student identity proofing to meet regulations, lower operational costs and maintain high levels of academic integrity for distance education. - February 26, 2013 - EDUKAN
SEDS Calls for Action After Chelyabinsk Impact Event
On the morning of Friday, February 15th, the planet Earth was once again reminded of its vulnerability to the dangers of the universe. An estimated 10,000-ton meteor exploded over the skies of the southern Russian city of Chelyabinsk, releasing nearly 500 kilotons of energy from its entry into... - February 25, 2013 - Students for the Exploration and Development of Space, USA
Jillian’s Billards to Host 2013 Verizon Wireless Arena Granite Bowl Kick-Off Party Food, Fun, Games, Cure Cancer
The 2013 Verizon Wireless Arena will be held at Jillian’s Billiards (Manchester, NH) located at 50 Phillippe Cote St, on March 21. The kick-off party will start at 6 p.m. and will last until approximately 10 p.m. The kick-off party will consist of 50/50 raffles, silent auctions, and fun. In... - February 25, 2013 - Southern New Hampshire University Granite Bowl
Mattie Miracle Sponsors Multidisciplinary Think Tank to Develop Psychosocial Standards of Care for Childhood Cancer
Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation sponsored a multidisciplinary think tank for the development of standards of care for the psychosocial needs of children and families with childhood cancer. The Think Tank was held at the American Psychosocial Oncology Society's (APOS) 10th annual conference in February 2013. Mattie Miracle also received the APOS Outstanding Community Service Award for 2013 during the conference. - February 24, 2013 - Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation
Professional SAT & ACT Tutor Makes Transition to Cincinnati
Brent Puthoff, MS has been welcomed to Cincinnati to continue to collaborate with A+ Tutoring/Test Preparation in his tutoring capacity for SAT and ACT test prep, along with helping in a wide range of science and math subjects. Mr Puthoff, having scored into the 99th percentile on his own ACT, has excelled at teaching students the essentials of the system that has helped Mr DiSavo, A+'s main tutor, get his own students into the 99th percentile on several occasions. - February 24, 2013 - A+ Tutoring Test Preparation
Tactical FLEX, Inc. Presents Aanval SAS Product Demonstration and Overview Webinar
Tactical FLEX, Inc. a global provider of information security, vulnerability, and risk management software solutions, today announced it will host a webinar on Feb. 27, 2013 titled “Aanval SAS Product Demonstration and Overview.” Are you able to quickly identify which specific devices,... - February 24, 2013 - Tactical FLEX, Inc.
Public Broadcasting Atlanta (PBA) is Set to Host a Community Expert Forum on Behalf of American Graduate: Let’s Make It Happen
This Drop-Out Prevention Initiative will provide parents, educators and students with indicators and solutions to increase the high school graduation rate. - February 24, 2013 - American Graduate Atlanta
Multicore Association Unveils Specification to Ease Programming of SoCs
The Multicore Association has announced the availability of its Multicore Task Management Application Program Interface (MTAPI) that supports the coordination of tasks on embedded parallel systems. - February 24, 2013 - Multicore Association
Highway 9 Records Launches, Signs Beth Ballinger to Recording Contract
Alpharetta-based independent label will help emerging artists create, record, and market debut and early stage recording projects, as well as build core audiences. Local musician and Peggy Still School of Music product Beth Ballinger will release debut album in summer of 2013. - February 23, 2013 - The North Fulton School of Music
BioInvaders More Efficient, Produces Biological Invasive Species Reporting App Cheaper, Faster Than World Governments, First Private Tool
BioInvaders, the firm that owns the Invasive Species Marketplace, has made an app for reporting invasive species at a lower cost and faster than world governments were able to do; further cementing the corporation’s place as a market leader in biological invader management. - February 23, 2013 - BioInvaders
The Center for Excellence in Education Sponsors Teacher Training Program
This opportunity brings together teachers with leading and cutting edge scientists and/or engineers over an informal dinner. Teachers will have the opportunity to interact with researchers from industry, academia, and government. - February 23, 2013 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
Hannah Pilnick's 5-Day Life-Changing Seminar is Given Free to the Public for the First Time. Few Seats Left.
In her seminar named “Leaving the Bubble”, Hannah Pilnick leads the participants in awakening their natural, innate healing abilities, so they can release their negative past experiences and live in freedom in every area of their lives. - February 23, 2013 - Hannah Pilnick
African Education Week and Career Indaba Ready to Make a Difference Again
Leadership in education, technology in the classroom, STEM education*, OERs** and the future of higher education are some of the pressing issues that will be focused on at the annual African Education Week and Career Indaba taking place in Johannesburg from 19-22 June this year. *STEM = Science,... - February 23, 2013 - African Education Week
JamPlay Provides Bass Guitar Lessons Amidst Financial Turmoil
JamPlay.com, the industry leader for online guitar lessons, has expanded its reach into the bass guitar market. These bass guitar lessons come from many instructors, including bass extraordinaires Billy Sheehan, Bryan Beller, Freebo, and Dave Ellefson. JamPlay provides an affordable way to learn to play guitar or bass guitar: a membership costing just $19.95 per month. For this low monthly fee, JamPlay members receive unlimited, unrestricted access to everything the site has to offer. - February 22, 2013 - JamPlay.com
Spanish Tutor DC Announces New In-Home Teachers for Spanish Classes for Kids in DC
Washington, DC Spanish Tutor DC has just announced that they have hired new instructors for at-home study for Spanish classes for kids in DC. In-home instructors can also meet high school and college students at local coffee shops after school, at the student’s convenience. Spanish classes... - February 22, 2013 - Spanish Tutor DC
NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome Announces 9th Annual Family Retreat Weekend
Proclaimed as the "best weekend of the year," this event once again -- which will be partially funded by a grant from the Brad Cohen Tourette Foundation -- will take place at YMCA Camp Bernie for New Jersey TS families. This year's dates are June 7-9. - February 22, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
The Chef’s Academy Participates in Baileywick Road Elementary School’s Career Day
Culinary Institute Inspires Future Generations of the Food Industry During March 1 Career Day - February 22, 2013 - The Chef's Academy
Rich Dad Scam eBook by Robert Kiyosaki and The Rich Dad Company Reveals “8 Financial Scams Disguised as Wisdom”
Discover “8 Rich Dad Scams” with the free, financial education eBook at www.richdad.com/CommunityRegister.aspx through 3/10/13. - February 22, 2013 - The Rich Dad Company
Olympic Dietician to Speak at American International College
Olympic Dieitican Jillian Wanik will discuss healthy eating habits with students at American International Collge in Springfield, Mass. - February 22, 2013 - American International College
William Peace University to Expand Student Housing with Wolf Creek Apartments Partnership
Four-Year Baccalaureate University Partners with Wolf Creek Apartments to Offer University-Affiliated Housing. - February 22, 2013 - William Peace University
Koenig Solutions Invites You for New Key Features of Exchange 2013 Webinar
Koenig Solutions, world's number one IT offshore training company is organizing a free webinar on "New Key Features of Exchange 2013" on 25th February, 2013. Registrations are now open for this online session. In the webinar you will learn about new key features in Exchange Server 2013 through an informative two hour session starting from 08.30 AM to 10.30 AM GMT (2:00 PM to 4:00 PM IST). - February 22, 2013 - Koenig Solutions Pvt. ltd
Samurai Karate Studio February Belt Graduation
Sensei Chris Feldt, owner and chief instructor for Samurai Karate Studio, located in Richland Northeast Columbia, South Carolina, announced today his karate school was holding belt graduation this Friday, February 22nd at 6pm. All current students and family members are invited to... - February 21, 2013 - Samurai Karate Studio
Koenig Announces Webinar on the Introduction to Software Testing
Koenig Solutions, a leader in IT offshore training, is organizing a webinar on "An Introduction to Software Testing" on 22nd February, 2013. The webinar is intended for anyone who wishes to explore the software testing domain and stay updated with its current trends. If you are looking forward to attend this informative webinar, you can get yourself registered on the company's website. The webinar will continue for an hour, commencing at 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM (GMT) or at 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM (IST). - February 21, 2013 - Koenig Solutions Pvt. ltd
San Francisco Chronicle Journalist to Moderate Compass Family Services' Panel Discussion on Family Trauma, Homelessness, and Poverty
Compass Family Services is proud to announce its first in a series of panel discussions on the topic of "Breaking the Cycle of Homelessness and Poverty" on Wednesday, February 23, hosted by SNR Denton at their law offices in San Francisco’s financial district. The discussion will... - February 21, 2013 - Compass Family Services
¡CityArts! Accepting Nominations for Annual Sr. Ann Keefe Award
Providence ¡CityArts! for Youth is now accepting nominations for their 3rd Annual Sister Ann Keefe Award for Creativity and Social Justice. Nominations can be submitted through a form on the ¡CityArts! website (www.providencecityarts.org), or through their Facebook page... - February 21, 2013 - Providence CityArts for Youth
Samurai Karate Studio to Host Self Defense Workshop
Sensei Chris Feldt, owner and chief instructor for Samurai Karate Studio, located in Richland Northeast Columbia, South Carolina, announced his school is holding a self defense workshop for women on Monday, February 25th, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. Due to the sensitive nature of some of the material,... - February 21, 2013 - Samurai Karate Studio
Samurai Karate Studio Serves Lunch to Teachers
Sensei Chris Feldt, owner and chief instructor at Samurai Karate Studio, located in Richland Northeast Columbia, South Carolina, served a pizza lunch to the teachers of Sandlapper Elementary School on Friday, February 15th. The school was closed for a teacher workshop. - February 21, 2013 - Samurai Karate Studio
Northern Virginia Tutoring Service, LLC Announces the Formation of a Professional Partnership with netWORKshops LLC
Dr. Ralph G. Perrino, Founder and Director of Northern Virginia Tutoring Service, LLC, is pleased to announce the formation of a professional partnership with netWORKshops LLC. netWORKshops provides comprehensive group workshops for college students entering the job market; it leverages... - February 21, 2013 - Northern Virginia Tutoring Service, LLC
TFE Launches e-Mentoring for Business Start-ups, Business Growth, Business Turnaround and Succession
Training for Entrepreneurs.com (TFE), the online business skills training and business mentoring website, announced today that its online, one-to-one business mentoring program – TFE One-to-One e- Mentoring Program -- is open for enrollment. - February 21, 2013 - Training for Entrepreneurs
eFront Partner CLICK&LEARN Wins Customer Satisfaction Award
CLICK&LEARN has been awarded with the customer satisfaction award for “Supplier of the Year” in the category “Learning Management Systems” for a second consecutive year. The award was announced at this year’s LEARNTEC, one of the largest international trade fairs... - February 21, 2013 - Epignosis LLC
Phoenix Health and Safety Launches New E-Learning Courses
Phoenix Health and Safety, a leading UK provider of health and safety training and consultancy services, announce the launch of a new range of e-learning courses. Phoenix Health and Safety can now provide an array of interactive e-learning courses which will include entertaining and informative... - February 21, 2013 - Phoenix Health and Safety
Mid-Sized Retirement & Healthcare Plan Management Conference Scheduled for Atlanta
UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School and University Conference Services announce Atlanta Conference, April 28 – May 1, 2013, for benefit plan managers. - February 20, 2013 - University Conference Services
Career Step Launches Updated Computer Technician Career Training Program
Career Step has launched an updated version of its Computer Technician training program designed to prepare graduates to pass the new CompTIA A+ certification exams, released in October 2012. - February 20, 2013 - Career Step
SEDS Launches Third Annual High Power Rocketry Challenge
Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS) is now accepting registration for teams in the third annual SEDS High Power Rocketry Challenge. This competition is open for participation at no cost to SEDS chapters and SEDS members. Universities not currently affiliated with SEDS are... - February 20, 2013 - Students for the Exploration and Development of Space, USA
Announcing Company Secretary (Executive) Batches for December Exams
Banga Tutorials have come up with a new batch for the Company Secretary Executive for which they are taking admissions till 28th February for December Exams. Students can also get consultations at Banga Tutorials for the same. - February 20, 2013 - Banga Tutorials
Pink Elephant and PEOPLECERT Sign Agreement for the Provision of ITIL Exams
Pink Elephant and PEOPLECERT today announced the signing of a global agreement for the provision of the full portfolio of the ITIL® certification program. In addition, PEOPLECERT will be a silver sponsor at PINK13 in Las Vegas, on 17-20 February. - February 20, 2013 - PEOPLECERT Group
Fuentek President to Speak at PDMA Carolinas Event Feb. 20
Laura Schoppe Discusses Innovation and New First-to-File Rules for Patenting Intellectual Property - February 20, 2013 - Fuentek, LLC
The Chef’s Academy Welcomes Ryon Kaopuiki as Indianapolis Campus President
Former VP of Enrollment for Harrison College to Spearhead Culinary Institution’s Growth Through Development of Strategic National Outreach, Community Partnerships - February 20, 2013 - The Chef's Academy
William Peace University President to Lead Cooperating Raleigh Colleges
Debra M. Townsley, Ph.D., to Serve as Board President of Nonprofit Consortium Working to Promote Collaboration Among Raleigh Higher Education Institutions - February 20, 2013 - William Peace University
The Chef’s Academy Participates in Mills Park Elementary “Health Rocks Night”
Culinary Institute Partners with Local Elementary School for Healthy Cooking Demonstrations - February 20, 2013 - The Chef's Academy
Rapid Fitness to Offer ZumbAtomic® for Children Ages 5-12 at Its Glenwood Location
Raleigh Fitness Center Launches New Class for Children That Incorporates a Variety of Movements, Dances and Games - February 20, 2013 - Rapid Fitness
EMTC Edu Bursts Onto Kids’ Game Market
Startup EMTC Edu takes unique approach to learning apps with the upcoming release of two games: Happy Dots and Zoo Time. - February 20, 2013 - EMTC Edu
Summer Bryant New Director of Little Folks Academy
Summer Bryant has joined Little Folks Academy as New Director. - February 20, 2013 - Little Folks Academy
New University-Model School® in North Austin Makes Hiring Announcement
Trinity Preparatory Academy is now hiring highly qualified fine arts and grade level teaching faculty. - February 20, 2013 - Trinity Preparatory Academy
Chicago Area PE Professionals and Students Gather for 12th Annual Private Equity Conference
Industry Leaders Howard Marks, James Quella, Bruce Rauner, and John Canning Among List of Speakers at 12th Annual Chicago Booth Private Equity Conference. - February 19, 2013 - Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Promethean Dreams Helps to Answer the Question: What, Exactly, is Heat?
Photographic works from Matt McKee's Promethean Dreams series have been selected to support and set the mood for Bill Streever's talk about his latest book, Heat: Adventures in the World's Fiery Places, “an adventurous ride through the most blisteringly hot regions of science, history, and culture.” - February 19, 2013 - Matt McKee Photography
Research Summary: Increased Worker Productivity is Possible
Leading business coach Jim Seybert summarizes the findings of 11 research projects about the benefits of maintaining a strengths-focused workplace. The results are clearly stated with empirical evidence to support common findings: Workers are more productive and stay on the job longer when they are given a chance to use their natural abilities on the job. - February 19, 2013 - The Jim Seybert Company
Long Island Regents Prep Now Offering AP Review Classes
Beginning in May, 2013, Long Island Regents Prep will offer one-day review courses in all major Advanced Placement Courses at SUNY Farmingdale. - February 19, 2013 - Long Island Regents Prep
dancEnlight Presents the World Premiere of "Sacred Existence"
dancEnlight, a professional 501(c)(3) modern dance company, is proud to present the world premiere of "Sacred Existence" in the Hartford, CT area. This work is inspired by the documentary film "The Unmistaken Child" directed by Nati Baratz. - February 18, 2013 - Connecticut Concert Ballet