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Newswise: AgriLife Research, Texas A&M-San Antonio to create new research and student opportunities
Released: 11-Oct-2023 8:05 AM EDT
AgriLife Research, Texas A&M-San Antonio to create new research and student opportunities
Texas A&M AgriLife

A new joint venture between Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Texas A&M University-San Antonio aims to foster interdisciplinary partnerships, provide valuable learning opportunities for students and promote groundbreaking research initiatives.

Released: 11-Oct-2023 6:05 AM EDT
Accelerating Change in Education it the Focus of CFES Conference
CFES Brilliant Pathways

CFES Brilliant Pathways will hold its 32nd annual national conference in Burlington, Vt. at the waterfront Hilton, Nov. 6-7, which this year will focus on growing trends affecting education and the workplace.

Newswise: Argonne hosts resume writing workshop for veterans
Released: 10-Oct-2023 5:05 PM EDT
Argonne hosts resume writing workshop for veterans
Argonne National Laboratory

Argonne’s Veterans Employee Resource Group hosted a resume writing workshop for a group of veterans, helping to build their professional skills.

Released: 9-Oct-2023 1:05 PM EDT
UCI Year of Free Speech Kicks Off with Virtual Event
University of California, Irvine

The First Amendment, academic freedom and free speech were the menu over lunchtime on Oct. 5, when the UCI’s Year of Free Speech Kickoff Event encouraged the UCI community to seek opportunities to engage in thoughtful discussions throughout the year to better understand the concepts and create space for meaningful dialogue.

Newswise: From undocumented immigrant to medical student
Released: 9-Oct-2023 10:05 AM EDT
From undocumented immigrant to medical student
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Mauricio Soto arrived in the United States when he was 6 years old. Because he learned English quickly, he became his family’s translator. Years later, due to an expired visa, Soto’s status as an undocumented immigrant, prevented him from becoming a doctor serving the Hispanic community in South Georgia until a generous benefactor opened the door.

Newswise: Wolters Kluwer showcases commitment to nurse excellence at 2023 National ANCC Magnet/ Pathway Conference
Released: 9-Oct-2023 9:30 AM EDT
Wolters Kluwer showcases commitment to nurse excellence at 2023 National ANCC Magnet/ Pathway Conference
Wolters Kluwer Health: Lippincott

Wolters Kluwer Health will be joining nursing professionals at the upcoming ANCC Magnet/ Pathway Conference, taking place October 12-14, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois.

   
Newswise: Tufts President Sunil Kumar Aims to Spread the Light Beyond the Hill
Released: 6-Oct-2023 5:05 PM EDT
Tufts President Sunil Kumar Aims to Spread the Light Beyond the Hill
Tufts University

Sunil Kumar was inaugurated today as the 14th president of Tufts University at a ceremony attended by hundreds of faculty, staff, students, alumni, neighbors, and academic leaders.

Newswise: Stony Brook Holds Its Inaugural Dental Educators Day
Released: 6-Oct-2023 12:05 PM EDT
Stony Brook Holds Its Inaugural Dental Educators Day
Stony Brook University

Driven by the shortage of dental school faculty in New York and across the United States, Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine hosted its inaugural Dental Educators Day on October 5.

Newswise: URI Metcalf Institute Appoints Veteran Journalist Fara Warner as New Executive Director
Released: 5-Oct-2023 11:35 AM EDT
URI Metcalf Institute Appoints Veteran Journalist Fara Warner as New Executive Director
University of Rhode Island

KINGSTON, R.I. – Oct. 4, 2023 – The University of Rhode Island Metcalf Institute today announced the appointment of Fara Warner, a veteran journalist with a deep background in climate communication and editorial leadership, as its new executive director. The Metcalf Institute, which is celebrating its 25th year of training, is a global leader in providing professional development for science journalists, scientists and science communicators to expand and elevate public discussion around environmental issues.

   
Released: 5-Oct-2023 11:05 AM EDT
American University and Football for Peace Join Forces to Promote Sports Diplomacy, Launch Peace Center
American University

American University and Football for Peace Join Forces to Promote Sports Diplomacy, Launch Peace Center

   
Released: 4-Oct-2023 10:05 AM EDT
Rutgers Is Expanding Services for Students With ADHD and Autism
Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Rutgers University has received a grant from the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education (OSHE) – which, coupled with strategic funds from the Office of the Chancellor at the New Brunswick campus – will make it possible to bolster assessment and treatment services for Rutgers students with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism at a fraction of the typical cost.

Released: 3-Oct-2023 12:05 PM EDT
UMD Smith Ramping up MSIS Student-Company Engagement to Spur Technology-Based Business Solutions
University of Maryland, Robert H. Smith School of Business

The Robert H. Smith School of Business has launched a push to engage companies with its information systems graduate students to spur technology-based business solutions

   
Released: 3-Oct-2023 6:05 AM EDT
Faith primary schools admitting fewer children with special educational needs
Taylor & Francis

Faith primary schools are admitting fewer children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) than local authority community primaries, according to new research from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).

Released: 2-Oct-2023 12:05 PM EDT
UC Irvine to host ‘conversations across the divide’ during its Year of Free Speech
University of California, Irvine

Free speech and academic freedom are foundational matters that drive the important discourse and learning that take place on a college campus.

Released: 2-Oct-2023 10:05 AM EDT
UWF enters into Educational Service Agreement to support certificate program partnership with U.S. Navy
University of West Florida

More than 200 student naval aviators are enrolled in a graduate-level certificate program that was launched this fall by #UWF Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz Center for Leadership, in collaboration with UWF College of Business MBA Program and UWF Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering, thanks to a $1,211,196 award from the U.S. Navy.

Released: 29-Sep-2023 4:05 PM EDT
Argonne’s STEM mapping project highlights opportunities on Chicago’s south side
Argonne National Laboratory

STEM mapping provides communities a holistic view of community assets and collective strengths, including libraries, computer labs, makerspaces and instructional kitchens.

Newswise: October 1: Cal State Apply Window Opens for Fall 2024
Released: 29-Sep-2023 11:05 AM EDT
October 1: Cal State Apply Window Opens for Fall 2024
California State University (CSU) Chancellor's Office

All 23 CSU campuses to begin accepting applications for admission via Cal State Apply.

Newswise: Growing Something Greater
Released: 29-Sep-2023 7:05 AM EDT
Growing Something Greater
Green Bronx Machine

On October 9th, at Inside Park at Saint Bart’s, Green Bronx Machine will host its first ever Growing Something Greater Gala.

Newswise: CUR Releases 2023 STR Program Participants
Released: 28-Sep-2023 4:05 PM EDT
CUR Releases 2023 STR Program Participants
Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR)

The Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR) congratulates the following 41 teams accepted to be a part of the 2023-24 Scholars Transforming Through Research (STR) Program. The STR Program is a competitive application-based professional development opportunity for teams consisting of a campus representative and one to three undergraduate students.

Newswise: UTEP Awarded $7 Million to Support Hispanic-Serving Institutions Across the Country
Released: 27-Sep-2023 4:05 PM EDT
UTEP Awarded $7 Million to Support Hispanic-Serving Institutions Across the Country
University of Texas at El Paso

The new grant, known as NODE (Network Opportunities for Developing Equitable and Effective Evaluation at HSIs), is a six-year investment that will position UTEP to provide the first full portrait of the effectiveness of all grants funded by the NSF HSI program.

Released: 27-Sep-2023 3:05 PM EDT
Argonne summer school gives underrepresented students a hands-on introduction to physical science
Argonne National Laboratory

Through working on foams, emulsions and gels, students learn the fundamentals of materials science, physics and chemistry in a new summer school at Argonne National Laboratory.

Released: 27-Sep-2023 2:05 PM EDT
Many pathways lead to success, Colgate Cares Day speakers tell CFES Brilliant Pathways students
CFES Brilliant Pathways

Colgate Cares Day speakers share their pathways with CFES Brilliant Pathways students

Released: 27-Sep-2023 2:05 PM EDT
Rounds with Leadership: Practice Ready or Not?
American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)

AACN has played a central role in linking level of education to practice outcomes. Our advocacy around preparing a more highly educated nursing workforce stems from a core belief that baccalaureate and higher degree nursing education benefits both the patient and the nurse’s ability to practice at the highest level.

Newswise: CSU Scores High for Social Mobility in College Rankings
Released: 27-Sep-2023 1:05 PM EDT
CSU Scores High for Social Mobility in College Rankings
California State University (CSU) Chancellor's Office

The California State University once again earned top marks for empowering students and promoting upward mobility in this year’s rankings.

Released: 27-Sep-2023 10:05 AM EDT
Rowan University brings power of cinematic storytelling and advanced virtual reality to higher education
Rowan University

In another giant step toward reimagining higher education, Rowan University is collaborating with Dreamscape Learn and Arizona State University to launch a new approach to learning using virtual reality (VR)-enabled experiences that combine “education through exploration” pedagogy and cinematic storytelling techniques to achieve extraordinary outcomes.

Newswise: Many Appalachian Teens Feel Lack of Control over College Access, Study Suggests
Released: 27-Sep-2023 8:05 AM EDT
Many Appalachian Teens Feel Lack of Control over College Access, Study Suggests
American Counseling Association

High school students in poor Appalachian areas face several obstacles in attaining a college education. One of those impediments may be their own sense of powerlessness over their academic futures, according to new research.

Newswise: Q&A: Can AI in school actually help students be more creative and self-directed?
Released: 25-Sep-2023 12:05 PM EDT
Q&A: Can AI in school actually help students be more creative and self-directed?
University of Washington

Katie Davis, a University of Washington associate professor in the Information School, discusses how generative AI might support learning, instead of detracting from it, if kids can keep their agency.

Released: 25-Sep-2023 11:05 AM EDT
National Academies report identifies ways to reduce intergenerational poverty in US
University of California, Irvine

Irvine, Calif., Sept. 25, 2023 — A report released Thursday, Sept. 21, by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine identifies evidence-based programs and policies, such as increased K-12 spending for school districts serving low-income students, to combat intergenerational poverty in the United States.

Newswise: WVU earns prestigious designation as an ‘Innovation and Economic Prosperity University’
Released: 25-Sep-2023 10:45 AM EDT
WVU earns prestigious designation as an ‘Innovation and Economic Prosperity University’
West Virginia University

Reaffirming the commitment from West Virginia University to its land-grant mission, the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities has designated WVU as an “Innovation and Economic Prosperity University,” recognition that will help the University maximize its impact across West Virginia and beyond its borders.

Newswise: Multisite research collaborative launched to convert learning disability discoveries into faster solutions that help students, teachers, parents
Released: 25-Sep-2023 10:05 AM EDT
Multisite research collaborative launched to convert learning disability discoveries into faster solutions that help students, teachers, parents
Florida State University

By: Jon Mason | Published: September 25, 2023 Research into children’s learning disabilities is occurring at an elevated level all over the country but applying findings into impactful solutions can take years, much to the frustration of families and educators involved.

Newswise: CSUF Ranks No. 2 Among National Universities for Social Mobility
Released: 22-Sep-2023 5:05 PM EDT
CSUF Ranks No. 2 Among National Universities for Social Mobility
California State University, Fullerton

U.S. News & World Report ranks Cal State Fullerton as a No. 2 top performer on social mobility out of more than 400 national universities listed in its 2024 Best Colleges rankings. The university climbed from its No. 7 top performer on social mobility ranking for 2023.

Newswise: UA Little Rock and Jacksonville North Pulaski School District Partner on Innovative New Teacher Residency Program
Released: 22-Sep-2023 11:05 AM EDT
UA Little Rock and Jacksonville North Pulaski School District Partner on Innovative New Teacher Residency Program
University of Arkansas at Little Rock

In a groundbreaking collaboration that promises to redefine the landscape of teacher education, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and the Jacksonville North Pulaski School District have joined forces to introduce an innovative new teacher residency program.

Newswise: CU Sihub Drives Social Innovation Business Model Prototypes to Social Innovation-Led Enterprise
Released: 22-Sep-2023 8:55 AM EDT
CU Sihub Drives Social Innovation Business Model Prototypes to Social Innovation-Led Enterprise
Chulalongkorn University

The Chulalongkorn University Social Innovation Hub (CU SiHub) supported project to encourage the development of social innovation business model prototypes was held on September 2, 2023 at the Visid Prachuabmoh Building to showcase the business design of innovations for social benefit and evaluate the viability of implementing the research group’s business plan.

Newswise: Cardiff University chooses Figshare as integral part of research data management strategy
Released: 21-Sep-2023 11:00 AM EDT
Cardiff University chooses Figshare as integral part of research data management strategy
Digital Science and Research Solutions Ltd

Cardiff University has chosen Figshare from Digital Science’s flagship products to enhance its researcher support services, as it continues its work as a leading research institution.

     
Newswise: Sasin Chula is the First in Thailand to Uphold IDEALS Policy that Promotes Diversity and Equity as well as Inclusion for Sustainable Organizations and Businesses
Released: 21-Sep-2023 8:55 AM EDT
Sasin Chula is the First in Thailand to Uphold IDEALS Policy that Promotes Diversity and Equity as well as Inclusion for Sustainable Organizations and Businesses
Chulalongkorn University

Sasin School of Management, Chulalongkorn University is set to become a focal point for DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) efforts.

Released: 20-Sep-2023 4:45 PM EDT
Empowering Families in St Paul: North End Laundry and LaundryCares Foundation Host Free Laundry and Literacy Day
LaundryCares Foundation

The LaundryCares Foundation is excited to announce a collaborative initiative with North End Laundry to address the literacy gap in the St Paul community. On Tuesday, September 26, we invite the residents of St Paul, Minnesota, to join us at North End Laundry, located at 1675 Rice St, St Paul, MN 55117, for a Free Laundry and Literacy Day event.

   
Released: 20-Sep-2023 12:05 PM EDT
UCI Division of Continuing Education welcomes Krissyvan Truong as new associate dean
University of California, Irvine

Irvine, Calif., September 20, 2023 – UCI Division of Continuing Education (UCI DCE) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Krissyvan Truong as its new associate dean.

Released: 20-Sep-2023 12:05 PM EDT
Bridging the Gap: SLU Speech Pathologist Advocates for Underrepresented Minorities in Rising Career Field
Saint Louis University

Though the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the employment of speech-language pathologists (SLPs) to grow 19% from 2022 to 2032, a Saint Louis University speech pathologist says there aren’t enough students majoring in the profession, particularly from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Newswise: Fusing Business and Health, Prestigious Scholarship Recipient Aims to Empower Healthcare Professionals
Released: 20-Sep-2023 12:05 PM EDT
Fusing Business and Health, Prestigious Scholarship Recipient Aims to Empower Healthcare Professionals
University of Northern Colorado

First year Dylan Roseman is one of 50 Colorado students selected to be a 2023 Boettcher Scholar. The highly competitive scholarship program provides recipients with an annual fixed amount of $20,000 for four years.

Newswise: TEAM-UP Together Awards 62 Scholarships to Black Undergraduates in Physics, Astronomy
Released: 20-Sep-2023 10:00 AM EDT
TEAM-UP Together Awards 62 Scholarships to Black Undergraduates in Physics, Astronomy
American Institute of Physics (AIP)

TEAM-UP Together is pleased to announce its second cohort of scholars: 62 students who will each receive $10,000 for the 2023-24 academic year. Among these high-achieving students, 15 are second-time award recipients. By offering financial support to promising undergraduates, TEAM-UP Together encourages more young Black and African American students to follow their passion for science. Scholarship awardees become members of the Society of Physics Students and will also gain access to professional development opportunities, mentoring, training, conference travel funding, and more through the TEAM-UP Together community.

   
Newswise: Harmonizing Dreams: Successful Singer and Immigrant Rights Champion Earns Prestigious Scholarship
Released: 19-Sep-2023 3:05 PM EDT
Harmonizing Dreams: Successful Singer and Immigrant Rights Champion Earns Prestigious Scholarship
University of Northern Colorado

Noah Osuna's range in involvement during high school made him a perfect candidate for higher education scholarship opportunities. His parents, both teachers, and counselor recognized this and introduced him to the Boettcher Scholarship Program.

Newswise: Canisius University Unveils Strategic Plan to
Released: 19-Sep-2023 2:05 PM EDT
Canisius University Unveils Strategic Plan to "Answer the Call"
Canisius University

Six-year plan is grounded in justice and leadership and is distinctly Jesuit

Newswise: Digital Science announces brand redesign for ReadCube and Papers
Released: 19-Sep-2023 9:30 AM EDT
Digital Science announces brand redesign for ReadCube and Papers
Digital Science and Research Solutions Ltd

Digital Science is excited to announce that ReadCube, a leader in literature management, is unveiling a comprehensive repositioning of the brand.

     
Newswise: U.S. News ranks Missouri S&T as state’s top public engineering school
Released: 18-Sep-2023 4:45 PM EDT
U.S. News ranks Missouri S&T as state’s top public engineering school
Missouri University of Science and Technology

Missouri University of Science and Technology was once against ranked first in Missouri in U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-24 rankings for public engineering programs released today (Monday, Sept. 18).

Released: 18-Sep-2023 4:05 PM EDT
MSU receives highest ranking yet from U.S. News & World Report
Michigan State University

With the release of U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 edition of Best Colleges, Michigan State University’s overall rank improved 17 places to achieve the university’s highest overall rank to date, tied for No. 60. This is also the greatest one-year improvement for the university. In addition, MSU is tied for No. 28 among public universities.

Newswise: FAU Makes Significant Jump in ‘U.S. News & World Report’s’ 
2024 List of Top Universities
Released: 18-Sep-2023 4:00 PM EDT
FAU Makes Significant Jump in ‘U.S. News & World Report’s’ 2024 List of Top Universities
Florida Atlantic University

FAU made considerable gains in the U.S. News & World Report list of “Top Public Schools,” moving up to No. 112 from No. 131 in this year’s ranking of the nation’s best universities. This is the largest rise out of all public universities in the state of Florida for the second year in a row.

Newswise: Celebrating Latinx Culture and Academic Excellence
Released: 18-Sep-2023 3:05 PM EDT
Celebrating Latinx Culture and Academic Excellence
California State University (CSU) Chancellor's Office

The CSU is committed to being a leader in elevating the education and lives of students within the Latinx community.

Newswise: Digital Science relaunches Speaker Series with food for thought
Released: 18-Sep-2023 2:00 PM EDT
Digital Science relaunches Speaker Series with food for thought
Digital Science and Research Solutions Ltd

Digital Science is pleased to announce the return of its long-running Speaker Series, creating a platform for engagement between leading thinkers, their research and the scientifically curious general public.

     
Released: 18-Sep-2023 11:05 AM EDT
UCI is ranked among nation’s top 10 public universities for ninth year in a row
University of California, Irvine

Irvine, Calif., Sept. 18, 2023 — The University of California, Irvine has been ranked 10th among the nation’s public universities – and 33rd overall – on U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-24 list of “Best Colleges,” released today. This is the ninth consecutive year in which UCI has placed in the top 10. In addition, UCI ranked No.

Newswise: University of Sussex connects Figshare to Symplectic Elements to create a joined-up research data management solution
Released: 18-Sep-2023 11:00 AM EDT
University of Sussex connects Figshare to Symplectic Elements to create a joined-up research data management solution
Digital Science and Research Solutions Ltd

The University of Sussex has successfully integrated Figshare and Symplectic Elements from Digital Science’s flagship products to create a seamless, interoperable research information and data management solution.

     


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