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The Apogee Foundation is Selected as the Top Non-Profit in the First Annual Fast Pitch Business Awards
The Apogee Foundation has been named the year's “Top Non-Profit” in the inaugural Fast Pitch! Business Awards - Kenneth Schneider. - February 16, 2009 - The Apogee Foundation
CDIA at Boston University Hosts DC Photo Meetup
The Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University’s Georgetown Campus offered a presentation and workshop to the DC-area photography community. - February 13, 2009 - Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University
CDIA at Boston University Hosts TIVA-DC Meeting
The Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University’s Georgetown campus presented a networking session and panel discussion of the 48 Hour Film Project. - February 13, 2009 - Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University
New Idea for a Special Valentine Day and Gift
A live Valentine Serenade. - February 09, 2009 - Monica Cuneo
Creative- and Business-Minded Speakers Offer Advice at SCAD During "Art, Design and the Cultural Moment: Building the Creative Economy"
The city of Savannah is a shining example of how creativity can act as an economic engine, refurbishing areas that have fallen into disrepair and sparking entrepreneurship, growth and success. “Art, Design and the Cultural Moment” will provide students, academics and businesses with a fresh look at how art and design in the early 21st century can build the creative economy and get the United States back on track. - February 07, 2009 - Savannah College of Art and Design
CDIA at Boston University Holds Movie Marathon
The Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston showed off the work of Filmmaking students from the last four years in an all-day movie marathon. - February 05, 2009 - Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University
National Wheelchair Basketball Association National Championships to be One of Colorado’s Largest Athletic Events in 2009
For the first time, the National Wheelchair Basketball Association (NWBA) will host its national championships for six different divisions all in one location, creating a huge single wheelchair basketball athletic event, and one of the largest athletic events in Colorado in 2009, with more than 1,000 male and female athletes with physical disabilities competing. - February 05, 2009 - Gold Crown Foundation
Union Institute & University Launches New Web Site
www.myunion.edu designed to change your thinking about higher education; reflects recent changes at UI&U. - February 05, 2009 - Union Institute & University
Travel to Spain. Learn Spanish Language. Play Basketball.
Spanish Language & Basketball Camp is the result of a partnership between ZadorSpain and TAU Cerámica Baskonia Basketball and Sport Foundation. Basketball Camp for junior and youth players (aged 13 to 17) combine intensive Basketball instruction for medium and advanced basketball players with Spanish language lessons, activities, excursions, and trips. - February 04, 2009 - Zador schools of Spanish Alicante and Vitoria
2009 Edition of Contemporary Drums and Percussion Camp - June 17-19, 2009
Created for all levels, this unique Camp offers daily sessions, small group lessons and Individual instruction opportunities with Jose Rosa, Hector Neciosup and Glen Caruba. The Camp covers history and techniques for percussion, including Drums, Big Band Drumming, Congas, Timbales, Bongos, Multi-percussion, Bata Drums and other percussion instruments. - February 03, 2009 - Contemporary Latin Music Educators, LLC
"Contemporary Drums and Percussion Camp"
Contemporary Latin Music Educators, Pearl Corporation and The University of Central Florida, Presents: "Contemporary Drums and Percussion Camp" University of Central Florida Orlando, Florida June 17-19, 2009 Featuring study with special guests and Pearl Percussion Artists: Jesus... - February 02, 2009 - Contemporary Latin Music Educators
CDIA at Boston University Community Hears from Skip Cohen on Marketing
The Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University taps marketing expert Skip Cohen for photography lecture. - January 30, 2009 - Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University
Students Graduate from CDIA at Boston University-Georgetown Campus
Students receive certificates at the Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University’s Washington, DC campus commencement ceremony. - January 30, 2009 - Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University
Accidental Rep and John Strasberg Studios Team Up for Summer Acting Program
John Strasberg, internationally recognized director, actor, and teacher, and artistic director of the Accidental Repertory Theater, announces a new summer acting training program July 7 - August 8, 2009 in New York City. - January 29, 2009 - Accidental Repertory Theater
Students Graduate from CDIA at Boston University
Students from five digital arts programs received certificates at the Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University’s commencement ceremony. - January 23, 2009 - Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University
Community Music Center Creates Mission Advisory Council on Community Involvement
Community Music Center (CMC) announces its first-ever advisory council on community involvement, the Mission Advisory Council. CMC’s main branch has resided in the Mission district, a primarily Latino neighborhood, for 88 years. In 2007 the school developed its Music for the Mission... - January 23, 2009 - Community Music Center
The Graphic Design School Unveils New Website and Opens Enrollments
The Graphic Design School unveils their website and opens enrollments for 2009. The course proves to deliver to students the fundamentals required to become a Professional Graphic Designer. Internationally accredited, The Graphic Design School announces the launch of a one-on-one, online graphic... - January 23, 2009 - The Graphic Design School
For John Strasberg the Theater Company is Accidental (and on Purpose)
John Strasberg -- internationally recognized director, actor, and teacher -- announces Accidental Repertory Theater company. Spring season to present contrasting productions of Ibsen's "A Doll's House." - January 20, 2009 - Accidental Repertory Theater
JB Entertainment Actress Shines in VH1's 'Scream Queens' Competition
Native Texan and JB Entertainment Alum, Michelle Galdenzi, earned the chance of a lifetime along with nine other aspiring actresses on VH1's hit reality series, 'Scream Queens.' The winner of the competition was awarded a break-out role in the upcoming feature film, SAW VI from Lionsgate and... - January 19, 2009 - JB Entertainment
Sparta, NJ the Biryukov Academy of Art & Music, a Private Art and Music School Offering Classes in Violin, Vocal, Piano, Guitar and Art Hires New Art Teacher
Jennifer Kucher has been hired by The Biryukov Academy of Art & Music in Sparta, NJ to teach evening art classes. Ms. Kucher has over 7 years art teaching experience. In addition to teaching Art at the Biryukov Academy, Ms Kucher also teachs Art at the local Sparta High School. Ms. Kucher... - January 18, 2009 - The Biryukov Academy of Arts & Music
Tastes of New England Adds Cooking School to Growing Brand
Tastes of New England (www.tastesofnewengland.com), a retailer, distributor and promoter of New England-made products, is adding education to their rapidly growing brand. They have partnered with The Inn at Spruce Wood (www.theinnatsprucewood.com), a senior living community also based here, to... - January 17, 2009 - Tastes of New England
Introducing Story and Craft Time at Once Upon a Gallery
Once Upon a Gallery, Chestnut Hill's children's art center, is proud to announce Story and Craft Time every Thursday morning at 10:30 a.m. - January 12, 2009 - Once Upon a Gallery
Garden Grove Teen Hopes to Make Her Way to New York Fashion Week
Misty Gross is an Orange County Finalist in The Art Institutes Passion for Fashion Competition - January 09, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
High School Fashion Student Hopes to Make Her Way to New York Fashion Week
Laguna Niguel Teen is an Orange County Finalist in The Art Institutes Passion for Fashion Competition. - January 09, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Scholarships Available for Students Who Dream of a Creative Education
Two tuition scholarships will be awarded on Martin Luther King Jr. Day at The Art Institute of California – Orange County. - January 08, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
School of Rock Students Have Become Familiar Faces on South Florida’s Music Scene
Students at the Paul Green School of Rock Music – Coral Springs have become familiar faces on south Florida’s music scene and fans are in for yet another treat by this group of talented young musicians when they serve up a big helping of Southern rock at two All Ages shows on Friday, January 30 and Sunday, February 8. - January 07, 2009 - The Paul Green School of Rock Music
A+ Children’s Academy Hosts Seminar
A+ Children’s Academy is proud to be hosting a seminar on early childhood development presented by owner Michelle Didesch January 24th at their new facility at 6431 North Big Hollow Road in Peoria. The seminar is sponsored by the Heart of Illinois Association for the Education of Young... - January 05, 2009 - A+ Children's Academy
Aurience and Apogee Expand Their Alliance to Increase Awareness of the World's Great Performance Arts Through the Power of Media and Technology
Aurience Ltd, an EU media consulting group, and the Apogee Foundation, a US philanthropic organization, will integrate media and technology enhancements throughout Apogee's global programs to discover, develop and celebrate creative excellence. - January 02, 2009 - The Apogee Foundation
Entries Are Now Being Accepted for the 2009 Poster Design Competition
The scholarship opportunity is sponsored by The Art Institutes and Americans for The Arts. - January 02, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Scholarship Available for High School Seniors Interested in a Culinary Education
The winner of the Best Teen Chef Competition earns the chance to be a Food Network “Intern for a Day.” - January 02, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Animation Instructor Receives Second Annual Faculty Sabbatical Award
Brian Smith won with his proposal that combined animation and industrial design. - January 02, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Paul Fornelli Named Academic Director of Two Media Programs at The Art Institute
Fornelli Oversees the Digital Photography and Web Design & Interactive Media Programs. - January 02, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Licensed Attorney Named Academic Director of Gaming Programs at Art Institute
Ian Klimon directs the Game Art & Design and Visual & Game Programming departments at The Art Institute of California – Orange County. - January 02, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Matt Hespelt Awarded Player of the Month for December 2008
Bill Wright's Guitar Studio has awarded Matt Hespelt of Sparta, NJ the Player of the Month Award for December 2008. Matt Hespelt picked up the guitar at age 9. His interest in classic rockers Led Zeppelin and Rush motivated him to become a guitar player, and he showed plenty of motivation from the... - December 25, 2008 - Bill Wright School Of Music
Keanu Reeves, William Peterson, Stephen Bogardus and Ben Barnes Ranked #1 Actors of the Week
Keanu Reeves, William Petersen, Stephen Bogardus and Ben Barnes are the #1 Actors of the Week in Film, Television, Theatre and Home Video, it was announced today by The Actors Hall of Fame. The Top 10 Actors of the Week recognize those actors who star in the most popular Film, Television, Broadway... - December 19, 2008 - The Actors Hall of Fame Foundation
Apogee Introduces Programs Fostering Synergy Among the Great Traditions of Sacred Music
Apogee is continuing the expansion of its intercultural Synergy Programs by promoting collaboration among musicians representing diverse spiritual traditions around the world. - December 17, 2008 - The Apogee Foundation
Art Institute Graduates Hope to Start the New Year with Their Dream Job
Design, culinary and media students present their portfolios to potential employers on December 17. - December 17, 2008 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Photo Students from the Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University Win Big
Five students from the Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University are selected as finalists at FotoWeek DC - December 11, 2008 - Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University
Union Institute & University Announces Part-Time Option for Bachelor of Arts Programs
Union Institute & University (UI&U) today announced the launch of a new part-time option for learners enrolled in the university’s Bachelor of Arts (BA) programs. The part-time alternative is consistent with UI&U’s mission to provide flexible higher education opportunities... - December 11, 2008 - Union Institute & University
The Art Institute of Houston Announces Opening of Branch Campus
Classes at The Art Institute of Houston – North Slated to Begin in May 2009. - December 11, 2008 - The Art Institutes
Poland Culinary Vacations Launches New Cooking Trip and One-Day Cooking Classes in Krakow, Poland
Poland Culinary Vacations, Inc. has opened registrations for two exciting new foodie adventures: A 7-day cooking vacation in the Lesser Poland region — Cooking Your Way From Krakow To Zakopane — and one-day cooking classes, a cooperative venture with The Culinary Institute in Cracow. - December 09, 2008 - Poland Culinary Vacations, Inc.
The Apogee Foundation Expands Its Programs Promoting Intercultural Collaboration Through the Arts
The Apogee Foundation is expanding its internationally recognized Synergy Programs to offer new opportunities for intercultural collaboration among gifted artists from diverse cultures around the world. - December 09, 2008 - The Apogee Foundation
Bob King Brings Clinical Massage Series to Cortiva Campuses
Massage therapists coast to coast can learn from one of bodywork’s best when Bob King brings his Clinical Massage Series to Cortiva campuses. With 35 years of experience, King is a massage educator, innovator and leader not to be missed. - November 19, 2008 - Cortiva Institute - Schools of Massage Therapy
The Art Institute Offers a Scholarship Competition for High School Seniors with a Passion for Fashion
Deadline to enter is Friday, November 21. - November 19, 2008 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
The Biryukov Academy of Art & Music is Proud to Announce New Faculty Member Ben Sher
Ben is a very accomplished musician who has three releases on BGI Records with his Brazilian Jazz Group TudoBern. Additionally, he has toured the world performing at the Montruex, Berlin, North Sea and Marsala Jazz Festivals with artists including Ute Lemper and "Ball-in - the-Jack". Ben... - November 15, 2008 - Biryukov Academy of Art and Music
Cortiva Institute – Chicago Celebrates 25 Years of Chicago Marathon Massage
For the past 25 years, the faculty, students and graduates of Cortiva Institute – Chicago have been a fixture of comfort at the annual Chicago Marathon. The Cortiva team celebrated this quarter century of support on Oct. 12, providing more than 1,000 massages in less than five hours at the 2008 Chicago Marathon. - November 14, 2008 - Cortiva Institute - Schools of Massage Therapy
Paul Schwesinger Wins Player of the Month Award
Paul Schwesinger, a 10 year old Sparta resident, was awarded the Player of the Month Award by Bill Wright’s Guitar Studio in Sparta NJ on Tuesday. Paul received a signed certificate, a copy of which was placed on the wall at the studio, and a grab bag of guitar goodies, including guitar... - November 12, 2008 - Bill Wright School Of Music
The Biryukov Academy of Art & Music Has Hired New Music Instructor. Randall Klitz is Joining the Academy from Manhattans Finest.
Randall Klitz has joined BAAM as a guitar instructor. Randall is an accomplished musician, with over 20 years experience. He toured Broadway musicals and performed at Carnegie Hall. As a composer, Randall won songwriting awards from Song of the Year and the John Lennnon Song writing Contests. Randall has taught guitar throughout the New England area and most recently at one of the top grade schools in Manahattan. He inspires children of all ages by allowing them to develop their own creativity. - November 10, 2008 - Biryukov Academy of Art and Music
Enter the Best Teen Chef Competition 2009 at The International Culinary School at The Art Institutes International Minnesota
High School Seniors Compete for a Scholarship and be an Intern for a Day at Food Network. - November 08, 2008 - "The Art Institutes International Minnesota
Emily Mahood Appointed to Director of Student Development at The Art Institute of Atlanta
The Art Institute of Atlanta recently appointed Emily Mahood as the new director of student development. Ms. Mahood will oversee an integrated student services activities program to foster community among the students and to support other college objectives such as leadership development and community service. - November 06, 2008 - The Art Institute of Atlanta