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Broadridge Funds New Zucker School of Medicine Endowed Deanship for Medical School Scholarships

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HEMPSTEAD, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Northwell Health and the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, in partnership with Broadridge Financial Solutions, have announced the establishment of an endowed deanship supporting medical student scholarships, funded by a generous $3 million gift from Broadridge Financial Solutions. The newly named Deborah and Lawrence Smith Dean of the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell position honors the instituti
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BioHub Maryland Receives $75,000 EARN Maryland Grant to Boost Biopharma Workforce

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FREDERICK, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BioHub Maryland, a leading initiative to accelerate life sciences in the state, today announced it has secured a $75,000 EARN Maryland grant from the Maryland Department of Labor to train Marylanders for biopharma manufacturing careers. The grant, part of the Employment Advancement Right Now (EARN) program, focuses on building a skilled workforce to meet growing demand in the life sciences sector. BioHub Maryland will use the funds to train 15 participants—8 cur
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University of Phoenix Leadership to Present at 2024 PESC Data Summit

Fri, 10/04/2024 - 17:23
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Marc Booker, Ph.D., Vice Provost of Strategy, and Vice President of Information Technology Shannon Wilson will be featured speakers at the 2024 Postsecondary Electronic Standards Council (PESC) Data Summit. The event, which will be held on October 16-17, 2024 in Garden Grove, CA, provides a platform for leaders in education, policy, and technology to explore emerging trends and innovations in data standards. Dr. Booker wil
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72% of Americans Believe Sustainability Education Should Be Core Curriculum, Yet Only 28% Say It's Adequately Funded

Thu, 10/03/2024 - 11:21
MCDONOUGH, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A new survey by ALPLA, a global manufacturer of innovative packaging solutions and recycler, reveals a significant disconnect between what Americans believe about sustainability education and what schools are providing—both in terms of how and when it's taught as well as how much money is spent to fund it. The 2024 Sustainability in Education Survey found that while 72% of Americans believe sustainability should be a core part of school curricula, only 28% say i
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FICO and Richard Childress Racing Driver Kyle Busch to Promote Financial Literacy at Busch’s Alma Mater, Durango High School

Thu, 10/03/2024 - 08:21
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $FICO--Global analytics software leader FICO will host a full day of Score A Better Future™ (SABF) Fundamentals free credit education workshops for students at Durango High School in Las Vegas, Nevada on October 18. Richard Childress Racing’s No. 8 FICO Chevrolet driver and two-time NASCAR Champion, Kyle Busch, will visit his alma mater and participate in a SABF Fundamentals workshop, helping to inspire students to learn more about finances, credit, and FICO® Scores. The fr
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Pega Expands Software Developer Incubator Program Worldwide

Wed, 10/02/2024 - 11:18
CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pegasystems Inc. (NASDAQ: PEGA), the leading enterprise AI decisioning and workflow automation platform provider, today announced an expansion of its Pega University Program to find and cultivate new Pega-certified professionals with promising employment opportunities upon program completion. Building off its initial success in India, the Pega University Program will provide clients and partners in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific with pre-trained softw
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Proximity Learning Partners With Nearpod to Empower Teachers With Interactive Curriculum and Learning Tools

Wed, 10/02/2024 - 11:18
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--K-12 virtual learning provider Proximity Learning partners with Nearpod to empower teachers with interactive classroom curriculum and learning tools.
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Tampa Bay’s Rachaad White Teams Up With Pathward and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay to Kick off Financial Literacy Program for Youth

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 14:14
TAMPA, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rachaad White, Pathward, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay and students kicked off Financial Fundamentals powered by Pathward.
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New Meridian and the Montana Office of Public Instruction Receive $4 Million CGSA Award to Expand Through-Year Assessments to Middle School Science

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 11:14
HELENA, Mont.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #EdTech--New Meridian and Montana OPI receive $4M CGSA grant to expand through-year science assessments, benefiting 35,000 students and 217 schools statewide.
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Smart Kids University, A Female-Led Company in Houston, Launches A Groundbreaking Program for Gifted Children

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 14:12
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Smart Kids University, a Houston-based leader in after-school enrichment, is excited to announce the launch of its innovative educational program tailored exclusively for gifted children. Designed for kids aged 7 to 14, this program bridges the gap between traditional schooling and extracurricular activities by providing an engaging, supportive environment where exceptionally talented students can advance their academic and creative skills. In today’s fast-paced, techn
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University of Phoenix Professional Development Leads Chief Learning Officer (CLO) Webinar on Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Scenario-Based Learning for Employee Upskilling

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 14:12
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--University of Phoenix Professional Development is pleased to lead a Chief Learning Officer (CLO) webinar for workplace leaders on how to support impactful workplace learning through artificial intelligence (AI) and scenario-based learning. The webinar, "AI and Scenario-Based Learning: Upskilling for Workforce Adaptability," will be led by Dr. Molly Gonzales, M.Ed., Ed.D. Director of Educational Programs Development for University of Phoenix, on Wednesday, October 16, 2
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Imagine Learning Foundation Surpasses $1 Million in Giving, Expands Support for Vulnerable Youth

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 11:12
TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Imagine Learning Foundation (ILF), the philanthropic initiative funded by Imagine Learning, the nation’s largest provider of digital-first curriculum solutions, today announced $500,000 in Signature Grant awards to seven organizations dedicated to supporting student well-being beyond the classroom. This year’s grant allocation reflects a 25% increase over last year, further emphasizing ILF’s commitment to tackling youth homelessness and chronic absenteeism, tw
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Church Mutual® Appoints New Director to Its Board

Thu, 09/26/2024 - 11:02
MERRILL, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cynthia Moehring, J.D., has been appointed to the Church Mutual Insurance Company, S.I. (a stock insurer) Board of Directors.
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Two Reading Horizons Foundational Literacy Products Awarded Best Tools for Back to School by Tech & Learning

Wed, 09/25/2024 - 13:57
KAYSVILLE, Utah--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Reading Horizons Discovery® Product Suite and Reading Horizons Elevate® were included in Tech & Learning's 2024 “Best Tools for Back to School.” The annual awards help education leaders find the most effective educational technologies to drive innovation in their districts. Winners were selected based on their impact, usability, and overall contribution to education. Reading Horizons Discovery® Product Suite—honored in the primary education category—is a K-
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Evidence-Based Initiative Offers Free Youth Mental Health Training for Schools and Youth-Serving Organizations Starting October 1

Tue, 09/24/2024 - 16:55
RALEIGH, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As Suicide Prevention Month ends, several free mental health first aid trainings will be offered by UNC-Chapel Hill, School of Social Work
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Travel + Leisure Charitable Foundation Expands Its Commitment to Students in Eatonville, Opening Hawk Haven Preschool at Hungerford Elementary School

Tue, 09/24/2024 - 16:55
ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Travel + Leisure Charitable Foundation, established by Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL), the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, expanded its commitment to the Town of Eatonville, Florida, by funding the new Hawk Haven Preschool – a free preschool program provided through Orange County Public Schools and operated out of Hungerford Elementary School (home of the Hawks). The addition of this preschool program complements the Foundation’s existing
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Becker Wins 2024 Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Award in Learning & Development

Tue, 09/24/2024 - 10:53
ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BECKER WINS 2024 BRANDON HALL GROUP HCM EXCELLENCE AWARD IN LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT
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Saviynt University is Now Available to the Public

Tue, 09/24/2024 - 10:53
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Saviynt, a leading provider of cloud-native identity and governance platform solutions, today announced that Saviynt University, its online training and certification program, is opening no-cost access to the public for all introductory-level Saviynt product training courses. Customers, partners, expert services, support teams and end users can also view introductory-level product training courses, new release videos, and monthly webinars to grow their careers with
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Transfr Expands Career Exploration Opportunities with First Spanish-Language VR Simulations

Tue, 09/24/2024 - 10:53
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Transfr Inc., the leading provider of virtual reality (VR) career training and exploration simulations, today announced the launch of 14 simulations that for the first time give Spanish-speaking students access to exploring careers in high-growth industries using VR. Now school districts, local governments and community programs can implement Transfr to support career exploration for more than five million Spanish-speaking students in U.S. public schools, as well as m
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The Academy at Penguin Hall Teams with the North Shore Hockey Academy for Elite Girls’ Hockey Academy

Tue, 09/24/2024 - 10:53
WENHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Academy at Penguin Hall (APH) and the North Shore Hockey Academy (NSHA) are excited to unveil their new partnership, which brings forth a pioneering initiative: the Emperor Hockey Academy at Penguin Hall (EHA). This premier, full-season, national-bound girls’ hockey program will officially hit the ice in Fall 2026 at the U16 and U19 levels, with potential expansion to the U14 level depending on interest. The Emperor Hockey Academy is dedicated to recruiting t
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