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Black Belt, Jim Hughes, Teaching First Ever University For-Credit Class in Royce Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Self Defense and MMA at the University of Connecticut
Royce Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Self Defense, and the Evolution of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a new for-credit class now offered at the University of Connecticut (UCONN). This is the first and only University level class in Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu Self Defense and MMA or BJJ. - April 28, 2010 - Jim Hughes & Gracie Brazilian Jiu JItsu Self Defense
SyberWorks Media Center Presents New Article –“Options for Configuring Learning Management System (LMS) Campuses”
SyberWorks, a leader in custom e-Learning Solutions and the LMS industry, announces an article in its Online Media Center: “Options for Configuring Learning Management System Campuses” by Steve Pena. - April 28, 2010 - SyberWorks, Inc.
Stretch-n-Grow of Utah and HSBCAMPS Team Up to Award Camp Scholarships and Lead Park City Preschool Basketball Program
HSBCAMPS, America’s fastest growing youth basketball program bringing players face-to-face with the pros, and Stretch-n-Grow of Utah, Inc., part of the world’s largest outreach children’s fitness program, have partnered to lead an early development basketball, fitness and wellness... - April 28, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
Education Consultant and Founder of Private Tutor Agency Tutors International Speaks Out in Support of Common Core State Standards
Adam Caller, founder of Tutors International and one of only two UK education consultants to be awarded full membership of the US Independent Education Consultants Association, speaks out in support of the Common Core State Standards for education. - April 28, 2010 - Tutors International
Nacel Summer Camps in France Are Incredibly Popular
Booking figures for Nacel summer camps in France increase in 2010. This increase is due to the success of the Sports camps in France organized in Vichy since several years and to word of mouth. - April 28, 2010 - Nacel International
New Dubstep and Hip Hop Courses at Point Blank Online
Award-winning music school Point Blank has expanded its series of online Pro Producer music programmes with two new courses aimed at producers of Hip Hop and Dubstep. - April 28, 2010 - Point Blank Music College
Fourth TITLE Boxing Club Opens in Prairie Village, Kansas
The first franchise for the company opens two years after brand-new business was launched in Johnson County, Kansas. - April 28, 2010 - TITLE Boxing Club
Community Music Center Awarded Grant from National Endowment for the Arts to Support Youth Scholarship Programs
Community Music Center has received a $15,000 Learning in the Arts grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to help support three of its youth scholarship programs. Community Music Center (CMC) is a non-profit music school and performance space that has made music accessible to San... - April 28, 2010 - Community Music Center
Podcast Provides Guidance to Create and Refine a College List
In his latest podcast, Mike Rivera of Top-Tier Tutoring offers tips and strategies for high schoolers to use in order to create the right college list for them. - April 28, 2010 - Top-Tier Tutoring, LLC
Maps.com Announces Sarah Sinclair as President and CEO
Maps.com has announced Sarah Sinclair as the new President and CEO of the company. - April 28, 2010 - Maps.com
ActionCOACH Founder Brad Sugars Brings His “Business is Booming” Tour to Denver on April 29
Brad Sugars, founder and chairman of ActionCOACH, presents innovative free workshop for Denver-area business owners. - April 28, 2010 - ActionCOACH
Will County Boxing Gym Fight Night I
Will County Boxing Gym Fight Night I Results - April 28, 2010 - Will County Boxing Gym
Samurai Karate to Participate in the Tour de Cure
Samurai Karate Studio, located in Richland Northeast Columbia, SC; is participating in the May 1st Tour De Cure bike-a-thon, which is being hosted nationally by the American Diabetes Association. Samurai Karate students and parents will be manning an aid station that will provide refreshments, food, moral support and inspiration as well as bike repairs. - April 27, 2010 - Samurai Karate Studio
Sensei Chris Feldt Participates in North Springs Elementary School Career Day
Sensei Chris Feldt, owner and chief instructor for Samurai Karate Studio, which is located in Richland Northeast Columbia, SC; participated in Career Day at North Springs Elementary School. - April 27, 2010 - Samurai Karate Studio
Samurai Karate Participates in March for Babies
Samurai Karate Studio, located in Richland Northeast Columbia, SC, recently participated in a fund raiser for the March of Dimes by holding a movie night and participating in the March For Babies. The school raised over $150 for the fund raiser. - April 27, 2010 - Samurai Karate Studio
Snap Fitness Celebrates Grand Opening in Smithtown, NY on May 1st Starting at 10am
Fast, convenient, affordable health club offers limited-time free-enrollment offer - April 26, 2010 - Snap Fitness of Smithtown, NY
Sculptors-Network to Present Figure Sculpture Workshop at Historic Rockledge Mansion
A figurative sculpture workshop will be conducted in June at the historic Rockledge Mansion in Occoquan, Virginia. This three-day workshop provides insights into the studio process and methods for artistic advancement. Sculptors from across the U.S. and Canada have registered; enrollment is limited and only a few spaces remain available. - April 26, 2010 - Sculptors-Network
K12Translate Presents Webinar, "Stretching Translation Dollars for Your District: Five Tips Including Translation Memory 101"
Free webinar taking place on May 25th to share the basics of how translation is priced, what you can do to stretch your translation budget, and translation memory - April 26, 2010 - K12Translate
Digital Forensics Magazine Establish LinkedIn Group
Keep up to date with all things digital forensics with the Digital Forensics Magazine LinkedIn Group that has been set up by the DFM team - April 26, 2010 - Digital Forensics Magazine
USA Network’s Cast of “Burn Notice” Donate Shoes for Charity’s Foster Soles
Celebrities Step Up and Donate Autographed Shoes for Los Angeles Foster Care Charity. - April 25, 2010 - Hillsides
Iowa on the Move to Become the Healthiest State
Iowa stakeholders have ambition to become the healthiest state in the country and they’re enlisting support and gaining attention in their momentum. As part of regional expansion efforts, a PE4life Summit was held last week in Des Moines, with the support of the Iowa Business Council and the... - April 25, 2010 - PE4life
Fishkill Karate - Beacon, Cold Spring Martial Arts - Recognized at Fishkill Republican Breakfast
Fishkill Karate - Beacon, Cold Spring martial arts school Just For Kicks Martial Arts was recognized at the Fishkill republican committee breakfast. - April 25, 2010 - Just For Kicks Martial Arts - Fishkill Karate
Digital Forensics Magazine Joins (ISC)2 Accreditation Program to Award CPE Points
Subcribe to DFM and earn professional accreditiation points - April 25, 2010 - Digital Forensics Magazine
Give Back to Your Community - Own a Home Based Online Tutoring Business That’s in High Demand
TCYonline.com has come out with a home based, educational services business model. The company offers 'online math tutoring' for K-12 at very affordable prices. Unlike franchisees, business affiliates do not need to invest on infrastructure. - April 25, 2010 - TCYonline.com
2010 Show-Me State Games Changes
In 2009, the Show-Me State Games, Missouri’s Olympic-style sports festival, celebrated its twenty-fifth anniversary. To kick off the next 25, the Show-Me State Games is making several changes for 2010. Many sports previously contested in August, including adult soccer and adult basketball,... - April 25, 2010 - Show-Me State Games
The Optimist Club of Downtown Flint Will be Hosting This Year’s "Respect for Law" Annual Luncheon at the Genesee Area Skill Center, Monday May 3rd, 2010 at 12:00 Noon
This is an annual event held by the Optimist Clubs of Genesee County. Police chiefs in Genesee County and the surrounding area give their nominations for the police officer of the year. The award is given to the officer who has contributed great public service within the community through their heroism. Stimulated a sense of civic responsibility, understanding of the law and encourages a greater respect for law. - April 25, 2010 - The Optimist Club of Downtown Flint
Ellen DeGeneres and Jimmy Kimmel Kick Off Charity’s Foster Soles
Celebrities Step Up and Donate Autographed Shoes for Los Angeles Foster Care Charity. - April 25, 2010 - Hillsides
Children’s Charity Partners with Clothes Off Our Back on Celebrity Online Auction
2nd Annual Foster Soles Auction Goes Live May 4. - April 25, 2010 - Hillsides
Abrakadoodle's Kids' Imagination Project to Premiere at Art Whino Gallery
Children's art creations from around the globe will be exhibited at a special Abrakadoodle reception event on Friday, April 30, 2010 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Art Whino Gallery, National Harbor, Maryland. Event is open to the media and the general public. - April 24, 2010 - Abrakadoodle, Inc.
Centenary College of Louisiana Announces Co-Founder of Kiva.org Jessica Jackley to Speak at Commencement
Jessica Jackley, co-founder of Kiva.org, the world's first peer-to-peer online microlending website, will speak at Centenary College of Louisiana's 2010 commencement ceremonies, Saturday, May 8 at 10:30 a.m. - April 24, 2010 - Centenary College of Louisiana
Holistic Wellness Center Offers Seminar on Reiki
Family holistic healing, wellness and education center, Holistic Wellness Center, is excited to offer a seminar to the public on all things Reiki. The seminar is scheduled for 04/28/2010 at 6:30pm-8:00pm. The cost to attend is $15.00. Space is limited so please call in advance to reserve your space at 909-795-6600. - April 24, 2010 - Holistic Wellness Center
Finally a Kid’s Event Parents Can Afford
Get your kids outside to play, learn, explore at the MN Outdoor Youth Expo May 22nd & 23rd at Wild Wings Hunt Club. Big on fun, Low on cost. - April 24, 2010 - Wild Wings of Oneka
Abrakadoodle-NW Florida Franchise Brings Creative Conservation to Destin Green Fest
Abrakadoodle students create art for display; Destin Green Fest proceeds to benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast. - April 24, 2010 - Abrakadoodle, Inc.
Merspi.com.au – Helping VCE Students Online
Merspi.com.au is a popular website for students at VCE (Victorian Certificate of Education). - April 24, 2010 - Merspi.com.au
Colorado Technical University Launches Two Online Degree Concentrations to Address Growing Fields of Software Programming and Organizational Leadership and Change
Colorado Technical University, a leading provider of education for career-motivated students, announces the launch of online degree concentrations in software application programming and organizational leadership and change. The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with the new... - April 24, 2010 - Career Education Corporation
Dermal Fillers Training: Elite AMBT Adds Home Study Programs to Training Formats
Dermal fillers training services from Elite Aesthetic, Medical and Business Training (AMBT) are now easier to access as the company adds home study programs to its range of instructional formats. Elite’s official website lets clients receive dermal fillers training courses that are available from their home computers and on their own timetable. - April 24, 2010 - Elite Aesthetic, Medical & Business Training
Botox Training from Elite AMBT: Instructors Come to Toronto This Spring
Botox training dates from Elite Aesthetic, Medical and Business Training (AMBT) have been expanded. Elite’s medical instructors will now be traveling to Canada in early May (May 7th, 8th and 9th) to include botox training sessions in Toronto, Ontario. - April 24, 2010 - Elite Aesthetic, Medical & Business Training
The e-Learning Lingo Podcast Looks at “Pair Problem Solving”
SyberWorks, Inc., a leader in custom e-Learning Solutions and the Learning Management System industry, today announces the next episode of the e-Learning Lingo Podcast Series, about a tool used in problem solving, “Pair Problem Solving.” - April 24, 2010 - SyberWorks, Inc.
Ashland University Students Conduct Research of the Paranormal
Students in Dr. Jeff Tiel's Metaphysics class at Ashland University have spent much of this spring semester investigating paranormal activity and will hold a public event titled “Ghostwatch 2010” to report on their findings. The event will be held May 4 at 4 p.m. in the Hawkins-Conard Student Center Auditorium. - April 24, 2010 - Ashland University
Crichton College Hires Scott Robinson as Athletic Director
Scott Robinson has been appointed as Athletic Director/Head Basketball Coach for Crichton College. He comes to Crichton from the University of Memphis Men’s Basketball program and is a former Crichton student athlete. “Over the last year, students, faculty, and staff have expressed the... - April 24, 2010 - Crichton College
ActionCOACH’s Giving Campaign Generates Massive Results
ActionCOACH’s Coaching for a Cause campaign helps the not-for-profit and charitable sectors raise $$3,409,645 in funds and donations over a six-month period, surpassing their goal of $2.5 million. - April 24, 2010 - ActionCOACH
CollegePlus Offers $1.5 Million in Financial Aid to Distance Learning Students
CollegePlus!, a leader in higher education distance learning, is offering $1.5 million in financial aid to students ages 15 and older who want to earn a fully accredited bachelor’s degree in the degree major of their choice. - April 24, 2010 - CollegePlus!
The U.S. National Whitewater Center to Host Earth Day Celebration
The USNWC will celebrate Earth Day with a number of activities and special offers Sunday, April 25th. - April 24, 2010 - The U.S. National Whitewater Center
PE4life Joins The Century Council, Apolo Ohno and Dara Torres on Capitol Hill
PE4life, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to getting kids fit in a fun and interactive way joined The Century Council today on Capitol Hill for the annual Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day, a widely attended educational event that teaches parents and kids the importance of... - April 24, 2010 - PE4life
International Evidence Summary of ASIST - Supports Teaching “How to Prevent Suicide”
LivingWorks Education Inc. reports an independent, critical review has been completed of its best practices program, ASIST. The report was commissioned to summarize the results of more than twenty formal and informal evaluations of ASIST – from five countries: Australia, Canada, Norway, Scotland and the United States. - April 23, 2010 - LivingWorks Education Inc.
West Covina Symphony Orchestra Presents - "Beethoven Extravaganza" at 4pm on Sunday April 25, 2010
The West Covina Symphony Orchestra presents a "Beethoven Extravaganza," the 3rd concert of the"Music of the Masters" Series of full orchestra concerts, Sunday April 25, 2010, 4pm in the Haugh Performing Arts Center of Citrus College in Glendora, CA. - April 23, 2010 - West Covina Symphony Orchestra
International Bullying Prevention Association Conference to Feature Cyberbullying, Technology and Other Issues Related to Bullying
The 7th Annual Conference of the International Bullying Prevention Association, "Challenge And Promise Of The Cyberworld: Bullying Prevention in the Age of the Internet" will take place in Seattle, Washington, on November 15 - 17, 2010. The Presenting Sponsor is the Microsoft Corporation. Emphasis will be on current issues in bullying, including cyberbullying and the impact on schools. - April 23, 2010 - International Bullying Prevention Association
GVI Begins Work with Rescued Street-Begging Elephants in Thailand
Build a new home for rescued elephants in Thailand and experience the “Land of the Free” with GVI, and make a difference by caring for your own elephant in the remote Surin Province of Eastern Thailand. - April 23, 2010 - Global Vision International (GVI)
Scuola Leonardo da Vinci Presents Italian Language Courses for Adults in Siena
La Dolce Vita Courses in Siena, Tuscany. Italian language courses conceived for adults who wish to learn Italian language while spending a holiday in Tuscany and discovering Italian culture and food. - April 23, 2010 - Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
Internationally Known Child Educational Psychologist to Present Workshop on How to Identify, Treat and Prevent Children’s Learning Problems in Bellevue on May 15
Jane M. Healy, Ph.D.--educational psychologist, veteran educator, acclaimed speaker, and best-selling author--is presenting a research-based workshop for teachers, parents and anyone who deals with children who are gifted, have dyslexia, ADHD, autism, or face other learning challenges at the Hilton in Bellevue, Wash., on May 15, from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. To register or for more information, visit http://www.thepci.org/t/jh.php?pr1 or contact The Parent Coaching Institute at (425) 401-1519. - April 23, 2010 - Parent Coaching Institute