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Released: 21-Apr-2017 1:05 PM EDT
Why STEM Education Must Begin in Early Childhood Education
University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV)

UNLV education policy experts explain why Nevada must prioritize STEM educational experiences for all children, and why waiting until kindergarten is too late.

Released: 7-Apr-2017 8:05 AM EDT
Finding Library Services in Non-Traditional Spaces
Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey

Celebrating all types of libraries during National Library Week (April 9 - 16), Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey is recognizing its own patient resources at its specialized library.

   
Released: 6-Apr-2017 3:00 AM EDT
Educating and Strengthening the Cybersecurity Workforce
California State University (CSU) Chancellor's Office

As Americans become more dependent on modern technology, the demand to protect the nation's digital infrastructure will continue to grow. In an effort to produce career-ready cybersecurity professionals and to combat cybercrime nationwide, the California State University is creating unique educational opportunities for students and faculty members.

Released: 4-Apr-2017 3:05 PM EDT
Ag, Science Teachers to Integrate Research Into Curriculums
South Dakota State University

Encouraging more high school students to pursue careers in agriculture—that’s the idea behind USDA iLEARN professional development workshops for science and ag teachers.

Released: 31-Mar-2017 11:05 AM EDT
The Tasty Side of Math Featured in Upcoming Live Webcast
Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics

In a live webcast on April 5, mathematician and foodie Eugenia Cheng will demonstrate how even advanced mathematics can be made fascinating and fun for all.

   
Released: 21-Mar-2017 5:05 PM EDT
Laurie Hernandez, U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Gold and Silver Medalist to be a Keynote Speaker at ADHA's 94th Annual Conference
American Dental Hygienists' Association

The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) is excited to announce that Laurie Hernandez, U.S. Olympic gymnastics gold and silver medalist and “Dancing with the Stars” champion, will be a keynote speaker at the 94th Annual Conference, taking place in Jacksonville, Florida from June 14 to 17. In addition, attendees that register before April 30 will be entered for a chance to win a special meet, greet and photo with the Olympic champion.

Released: 21-Mar-2017 8:00 AM EDT
ISU Financial Experts: Changes to Credit Reports Will Benefit College Students
Iowa State University

Iowa State University financial experts say changes in the way credit scores are calculated will help college students and young adults build credit. They say it's too soon to tell how the changes will impact the economy.

Released: 9-Mar-2017 10:05 AM EST
Kristine Hodsdon Featured in Five Sessions at ADHA Annual Conference
American Dental Hygienists' Association

The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) announced Kristine Hodsdon, RDH, MSEC, will form part of its roster of dental hygiene experts speaking at its 94th Annual Conference. As the premier event for dental hygienists to advance their career and learn from top educators and practitioners in the profession, the ADHA Annual Conference will feature the most pressing topics affecting the dental hygiene profession and access to oral care in America. To prepare attendees for an experience in personal and professional development, Hodsdon will host a Facebook Live talk for ADHA followers on March 13 at 7pm ET.

   
Released: 2-Mar-2017 12:00 AM EST
"From Finding Nemo to Finding Patents — Adventures in Biomimetics"
California State University, Fullerton

International expert on fish biomechanics and consultant to Disney Pixar's hit animated movies, "Finding Nemo" and "Finding Dory," Adam P. Summers, headlines Upcoming Symposium

   
13-Feb-2017 10:05 AM EST
Using Statistics Ethically to Combat "A Scientific Credibility Crisis"
Georgetown University Medical Center

A recent survey suggests that many researchers have tried and failed to reproduce other scientists' experiments as well as their own. Georgetown University’s Rochelle Tractenberg, PhD, is on a mission to help change that by promoting ethical statistical practices. She’ll lead a panel discussion on the topic Sunday at the AAAS meeting in Boston.

Released: 24-Oct-2016 8:05 AM EDT
Allowing Guns on College Campuses Unlikely to Reduce Mass Shootings
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

Policies allowing civilians to bring guns on college campuses are unlikely to reduce mass shootings on campus and are likely to lead to more shootings, homicides and suicides on campus, especially among students, a new report concludes.

   
Released: 22-Sep-2016 12:05 PM EDT
AACN Applauds Committee's Vote to Advance Legislation for Nursing Education and Practice
American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)

AACN applauds the House Energy and Commerce Committee for taking up a series of public health bills, including approving the Title VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Act (H.R. 2713) and the Improving Access to Maternity Care Act (H.R. 1209). Both passed by a voice vote, which marks a monumental step in the legislative process toward becoming law.

   


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