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TOLLAND, CONN. (PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2020

Mastercam, CAD/CAM software developed by CNC Software, Inc., is proud to sponsor a competition to inspire students and professionals in the manufacturing arena. The 2020 Masters of CAM Wildest Parts Competition is now accepting entries.

The challenge is simple. Create a bold, original item using Mastercam. The competition challenges students and professionals to create something that shows off imaginative design and exciting machining.

Participating in the Wildest Parts Competition is a great opportunity for instructors and students to get inspired in the classroom and motivated to expand their CAD/CAM abilities by the spirit of competition. Entrants are expected to create high quality parts that either haven't been done before or add a new twist to an existing concept.

Now until June 30, 2020, entries will be accepted in four divisions:
Secondary (1st, 2nd, 3rd) – open to individual students at high school level of education.
Postsecondary (1st, 2nd, 3rd) – open to individual students at college/university level of education.
Teams (1st, 2nd, 3rd) – open to groups of students at any level of education.
Professional (1st, 2nd, 3rd) – open to anyone with professional manufacturing experience.

"Last year we received a lot of amazing and creative parts from students and professionals around the world," said Peter Mancini, Education Product Manager at CNC Software. "For example, Riley Traver from Van Buren Tech in Lawrence, MI, was the winner in our Secondary division with a Sprinting Spike Base Plate, and Colin May from Erie Community College in Williamsville, NY made an Engine Block for our Postsecondary division. The parts that they submitted blew our minds, and we look forward to seeing what entries are submitted this coming year!"

All entrants receive a Mastercam t-shirt for participating. Winning entries receive cash, $3,000 for first place; $1,500 for second place; and $500 for third place, in addition to certificates of achievement and more. Anyone interested in a manufacturing and design challenge to break the mold, think outside the box, cut outside the lines, and share their creativity is encouraged to enter.

For more information about the Masters of CAM Wildest Parts Competition, visit https://www.mastercam.com/community/competitions/.



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AUSTELL, GA. (PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2020

YKK AP America today announced YKK AP Inc. has signed an agreement with Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) to conduct joint research on advanced technology to install windows, curtain walls, doors, and products in buildings. The agreement was finalized in May 2019 and activities are now underway.

In response to increasing global demand to counter the shortage of labor at construction sites and shorten the construction period, the purpose of the joint research is to develop new technology for fenestration products installation at job sites by using cutting-edge robots and IT to improve construction productivity and quality. YKK AP and CMU will investigate virtual reality, augmented reality, mixed reality technologies, and research new methods of installation to bring enhanced innovation to the construction industry.

CMU in Pittsburgh, a city that has grown as a technology hub in the US, specializes in applied research utilizing robots and IT, and its academic culture emphasizes industry-academia collaboration. YKK AP determined a long-term R&D and technology development partnership would be mutually beneficial for the industry.

"YKK AP is seeing future constraints on field labor not only in the US, but across the globe. Increasingly tight schedules, rapid building close-ins, and constraints on skilled field labor are demanding the development of advanced technologies," said Oliver Stepe, president of YKK AP America Inc. "By partnering with Carnegie-Mellon University's leading research team, YKK AP Inc.'s goal is to bring new and advanced construction technologies to market, creating efficiencies for the global construction industry."

YKK AP researchers are working with CMU's Computational Engineering and Robotics Laboratory (CERLAB), led by Professor Kenji Shimada, on the real-world application of IT, engineering and robotics. The five-year partnership runs through April 2024; an extension will be considered at the conclusion of the partnership period.

To learn more about YKK AP Inc.'s global facade offerings, go to https://www.ykkap.co.jp/company/en/index.html.

To learn more about YKK AP America's commercial facade systems and residential doors and windows, go to http://www.ykkap.com.

ABOUT YKK AP AMERICA
YKK AP America Inc. is a technology-oriented manufacturer of commercial façade systems and residential doors and windows. With every finished good, we push the boundaries in next generation manufacturing and create value for architectural applications. Driven by a desire to provide exceptional service in our markets, YKK AP America builds upon our foundation of advanced engineering, vertically integrated manufacturing, and customer focus to deliver the highest level of quality at a competitive price. Headquartered in Austell, Ga., all building products are manufactured in our world-class production facilities located in Dublin, Ga. and Macon, Ga. For more information, visit ykkap.com and follow us on Linkedin.com.



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TORONTO (PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2020

Keypath Education is proud to announce that we have been certified as a Great Place to Work after a thorough and independent analysis conducted by Great Place to Work ("GPTW") Institute Canada. The GPTW certification is based on direct feedback from our employees, provided as part of an extensive and anonymous survey about the workplace experience.

Since our founding in 2014, Keypath Education has delivered transformative growth and innovative thinking. We refer to one another as Keypathers because we are a family. We use our core values as the foundation for our success - being committed, inventive, collaborative, and lifelong learners. We honor these values by promoting creativity, independent-thinking, and collaboration.

GPTW is the global authority on high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures. Through proprietary assessment tools, advisory services, and certification programs, GPTW recognizes the Best Workplaces across the world in a series of national lists, including those published by Fortune magazine (USA) and The Globe & Mail (Canada). GPTW provides the benchmarks, framework, and expertise needed to create, sustain, and recognize outstanding workplace cultures.

"Keypath Education has a global workforce of passionate employees that strive to be at their very best while always having fun." said Steve Fireng, Global CEO of Keypath. "We all believe strongly in the power of education! We also believe that education develops our students to their fullest potential, helping them to conquer society's greatest challenges."

Keypath Education is dedicated to creating global access to high-quality online education. We are constantly inspired by our talented higher education professional partners. Their vision, drive, and trust allow us to create world-class online student experiences. Collectively, we can expand access to advanced online education. Keypath has offices and partners in Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Australia.

CONTACT:
Steve Fireng, Global CEO
steve.fireng@keypathedu.com
815.529.0907



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TORONTO (PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2020

In 2018, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released updated guidelines on drug development. That same year, the European Medicines Agency (EMA) also took the initiative to implement additional regulations supporting drug development in Europe. Since the release of these guidelines, overlooking factors such as acceptability, excipient considerations and caregiver instructions are no longer an option.

On Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at 11am EST (4pm GMT/UK), join Matt Ling, Ph. D., Director of Scientific Services, at Catalent and Rachel Meyers, Pharm D., BCPS, BCPPS, FPPA, Clinical Associate Professor at Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy, Rutgers University and Pediatric Clinical Pharmacist, Saint Barnabas Medical Center for a live webinar where they will discuss:

The impact of age-appropriate dose forms for pediatrics

Insights into caregiver perspectives

A case study on real-world medications and acceptability assessment

Solutions that address the challenges of pediatric drug development

Factors in excipient decision-making

Technologies for creating ideal dose forms

This webinar will appeal to individuals working at companies with molecules in late Phase 1 or Phase 2, or in need of advanced dose form for life cycle management purposes.

A live Q&A session with the speakers will follow the presentation.
Dr. Matt Ling has over 20 years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry, much of this gained in big pharma, with roles in analytical, formulation development, advanced drug delivery and project leadership spanning all phases of discovery and development.

Dr. Meyers provides both didactic and experiential education in pediatric pharmacotherapy for pharmacy students and residents in her current position at Rutgers. She practices in the pediatric intensive care unit and the general pediatric unit at Saint Barnabas Medical Center.

For more information or to register for this event, visit Age-Appropriate Formulation Development for Pediatric Trials: Challenges and Considerations.

ABOUT CATALENT

Catalent is the leading global provider of advanced delivery technologies, development, and manufacturing solutions for drugs, biologics, gene therapies, and consumer health products. With over 85 years serving the industry, Catalent has proven expertise in bringing more customer products to market faster, enhancing product performance and ensuring reliable global clinical and commercial product supply. Catalent employs nearly 13,000 people, including over 2,400 scientists and technicians, at more than 35 facilities, and in fiscal year 2019 generated over $2.5 billion in annual revenue. Catalent is headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey. For more information, visit http://www.catalent.com

ABOUT XTALKS

Xtalks, powered by Honeycomb Worldwide Inc., is a leading provider of educational webinars to the global life science, food and medical device community. Every year thousands of industry practitioners (from life science, food and medical device companies, private & academic research institutions, healthcare centers, etc.) turn to Xtalks for access to quality content. Xtalks helps Life Science professionals stay current with industry developments, trends and regulations. Xtalks webinars also provide perspectives on key issues from top industry thought leaders and service providers.

To learn more about Xtalks visit http://xtalks.com
For information about hosting a webinar visit http://xtalks.com/why-host-a-webinar/



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RADNOR, PA. (PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2020

Surgent CPA Review was recently ranked as the top CPA Review course available on the market by trusted sites.

CPA Exam resource sites release annual rankings based on user feedback, course technology, features, and price for CPA candidates to use as guides. Recently, the 2020 rankings were released, showing Surgent CPA Review standing above the competition with a first-place ranking on the following sites: IPasstheCPAExam.com, CrushtheCPAExam.com, AIS-CPA.com, Big4Accounting.com, and CPAExamGuy.com.

Citing features such as Surgent's adaptive learning technology and one-of-a-kind ReadySCORE as core differentiators, each author derives its rankings from a rigorous review process of the software, and takes factors like award wins and cost-value into consideration, too.

Surgent's award-winning adaptive learning software – A.S.A.P. Technology – uses a sophisticated algorithm that gauges the student's knowledge of exam content and personalizes the study plan to help the candidate gain competency in their weak areas. Surgent's ReadySCORE feature then estimates each student's CPA Exam score at every step along the way, allowing the student to see their progress and determine when they're ready to sit for the exam.

"At Surgent, our team of learning technology experts continually refines our algorithms, innovates new features, and incorporates customer feedback to make Surgent CPA Review the smartest and most efficient CPA Review course in the industry." Explains Liz Kolar, Chief Knowledge Officer at Surgent. "Receiving such high ranks year after year, and from such respected third parties, is an honor, and confirms that our innovation has truly set our course apart from the rest."

In recent years, Surgent has become known for its sophisticated and innovative technology, earning awards and recognition from Accounting Today, the American Business Awards, eLearning Insider, and others. Surgent CPA Review's students are getting exam-ready in 58 hours, on average, per section, and achieving pass rates nearly 40 points higher than the national average.

About Surgent Professional Education
Surgent Professional Education has a 30-year history of leadership in accounting, finance, and tax education. For most of the company's long history, Surgent has been known as one of the most trusted providers of the Continuing Professional Education (CPE) that CPAs need to earn each year to maintain their professional credentials. More recently, Surgent has become one of the fastest-growing Exam Review course providers, offering prep courses for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Enrolled Agent (EA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and Certified Internal Systems Auditor (CISA) exams.



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RADNOR, PA. (PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2020

Surgent CPA Review was recently ranked as the top CPA Review course available on the market by trusted sites.

CPA Exam resource sites release annual rankings based on user feedback, course technology, features, and price for CPA candidates to use as guides. Recently, the 2020 rankings were released, showing Surgent CPA Review standing above the competition with a first-place ranking on the following sites: IPasstheCPAExam.com, CrushtheCPAExam.com, AIS-CPA.com, Big4Accounting.com, and CPAExamGuy.com.

Citing features such as Surgent's adaptive learning technology and one-of-a-kind ReadySCORE as core differentiators, each author derives its rankings from a rigorous review process of the software, and takes factors like award wins and cost-value into consideration, too.

Surgent's award-winning adaptive learning software – A.S.A.P. Technology – uses a sophisticated algorithm that gauges the student's knowledge of exam content and personalizes the study plan to help the candidate gain competency in their weak areas. Surgent's ReadySCORE feature then estimates each student's CPA Exam score at every step along the way, allowing the student to see their progress and determine when they're ready to sit for the exam.

"At Surgent, our team of learning technology experts continually refines our algorithms, innovates new features, and incorporates customer feedback to make Surgent CPA Review the smartest and most efficient CPA Review course in the industry." Explains Liz Kolar, Chief Knowledge Officer at Surgent. "Receiving such high ranks year after year, and from such respected third parties, is an honor, and confirms that our innovation has truly set our course apart from the rest."

In recent years, Surgent has become known for its sophisticated and innovative technology, earning awards and recognition from Accounting Today, the American Business Awards, eLearning Insider, and others. Surgent CPA Review's students are getting exam-ready in 58 hours, on average, per section, and achieving pass rates nearly 40 points higher than the national average.

About Surgent Professional Education
Surgent Professional Education has a 30-year history of leadership in accounting, finance, and tax education. For most of the company's long history, Surgent has been known as one of the most trusted providers of the Continuing Professional Education (CPE) that CPAs need to earn each year to maintain their professional credentials. More recently, Surgent has become one of the fastest-growing Exam Review course providers, offering prep courses for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Enrolled Agent (EA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and Certified Internal Systems Auditor (CISA) exams.



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SAN DIEGO (PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2020

As mental-health issues ranging from stress, depression and anxiety to crisis situations continue to rise on U.S. college campuses, Bellus Academy is launching a Student Assistance Program at its California and Kansas academies. In partnership with Morneau Shepell, a leading provider of technology-enabled human resources services, the Bellus Academy Student Assistance Program provides 24-hour, 7-days a week telephone and web access along with face-to-face counseling sessions for Bellus Academy students.

The Student Assistance Program addresses a sharp increase in depression and anxiety reported by students across the nation. A November 2019 report in University Business magazine noted the percentage of college students with previous diagnoses or treatments for depression increased from approximately 9% in 2009 to more than 20% in 2019. Last year, California passed a budget allocating $5.2 million for improving mental health services in the University of California system. Beyond serious mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety, everyday stresses can hinder a student's ability to perform well in school. The Student Assistance Program at Bellus Academy aims to mitigate concerns before they reach a level that prompts a student to leave school.

The program was inspired by Lynelle Lynch, owner of Bellus Academy. "We realized we had an assistance program for our employees, but no such resource existed for students," Lynch said. "This program is all about helping the student address a concern before it becomes a crisis that preempts a student's education and ultimately achieving their career goal." The confidential support services are provided at no cost and can help students address a range of emotional and relational challenges including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and support for child/elder care. The program also provides tools to strengthen relationships and improve communication and work toward life goals.

The services are introduced to students during orientation. "The San Diego community has many resources in place to assist with crisis situations, but our goal is to help students cope with issues before they become a crisis," says Lauri Miville, director of people and culture at Bellus Academy. Morneau Shepell worked to develop a program – based on the success of its existing employee assistance program, LifeWorks, as well as its domestic and international student support programs – that was tailored to the needs of Bellus Academy's student population. "In today's increasingly fast-paced world, it can be challenging to practice self-care while balancing responsibilities at work and obligations at home," says Miville. "This program helps to address the challenge."

About Bellus Academy: Honored with the Intercoiffure Mondial Best Continental Academy award in 2015, Bellus Academy is an award-winning beauty and wellness institution dedicated to graduating career-ready professionals. Bellus Academy continues to partner with the highest caliber of experts, product lines and equipment manufacturers, raising the bar for educational training worldwide. For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who have completed the program and other important information, please visit our website at bellusacademy.edu/about/consumer-information-disclosures.

About Morneau Shepell: Morneau Shepell is the leading provider of technology-enabled HR services that delivers an integrated approach to well-being through our cloud-based platform. Our focus is providing everything our clients need to support the mental, physical, social and financial well-being of their people. By improving lives, we improve business. Our approach spans services in employee and family assistance, health and wellness, recognition, pension and benefits administration, retirement and benefits consulting, actuarial and investment services. Morneau Shepell employs approximately 6,000 employees who work with some 24,000 client organizations that use our services in 162 countries. Morneau Shepell is a publicly traded company on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: MSI). For more information, visit morneaushepell.com.



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SANTA CLARA, CALIF. (PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2020

Prevedere, a leader in predictive analytics software for economic intelligence, today announced it is presenting at Microsoft Startup Showcase during NRF 2020: Retail's Big Show. NRF 2020 is the world's largest retail conference and expo, providing a venue for retailers to converge and discuss industry outlook in an era of change.

At Microsoft's Showcase, Prevedere will highlight its ERIN Predictive Analytics Cloud, which is one of the first augmented analytics solutions to predict and quantify the impact of external influences on future business performance. Prevedere has chosen Microsoft to enable intelligent retail by leveraging Microsoft Azure to power ERIN. Azure empowers retailers and consumer goods companies around the world to gain better insights into their customers, empower employees with modern tools and platforms, deliver on an intelligent supply chain, and ultimately reimagine their businesses.

"The retail industry continues to evolve due to changing consumer behavior and global market conditions. More than ever, retail leaders are looking for strategic insights to guide decisions in 2020," said Rich Wagner, CEO of Prevedere. "The ERIN Predictive Analytics Cloud couples the latest technology with relevant world data, to provide a holistic view of what is to come, enabling companies to better prepare for financial risks, the threat of economic uncertainty, and opportunities to capitalize on changes in the market."

The ERIN Predictive Analytics Cloud leverages the power of Azure Machine Learning to rapidly analyze and deliver insights from vast volumes of data streamed daily from hundreds of global sources. Companies can quickly discover the specific external leading indicators (e.g., wages, employment, consumer sentiment, weather patterns, online search trends) that will affect their sales, costs, or profitability.

"We're pleased that Prevedere is joining us at NRF to showcase how technology is being applied to help retailers compete and succeed," said Greg Jones, director of business strategy for Worldwide Retail at Microsoft. "As the retail industry continues to transform, our partners are critical in helping us solve retailers' biggest challenges and uncover valuable new opportunities to reimagine retail."

For more information about the event: https://www.prevedere.com/nrf-2020/.

About Prevedere
Prevedere is a predictive analytics software company that delivers insights into future business outcomes based on economic trends. Our predictive economic intelligence offering helps executives see what lies ahead for their business and solve for upcoming risks and opportunities. Our SaaS solutions apply the power of machine learning and predictive modeling to millions of indicators of global economic and consumer activity. Prevedere customers include Fortune 500 industry leaders in retail, manufacturing, and consumer packaged goods. To learn more, visit http://www.prevedere.com and follow @Prevedere on Twitter.



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CLEARWATER, FLA. (PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2020

Stratus Video, an industry leader in innovative language services, announced today that they have teamed up with Zoom Video Communications, a video-first unified communications platform. The technology interop between Stratus Video and Zoom allows healthcare providers to add medically qualified interpreters to telehealth calls with patients who do not speak English. This program is up and running at Novant Health, a not-for-profit, integrated healthcare system that handles more than 200,000 LEP encounters annually. This communication solution will help Novant Health and other healthcare facilities across the nation to achieve health equity for their LEP patients.

The Stratus Video technology platform is encrypted and HIPAA compliant, making it a natural complement to Zoom's exemplary telehealth solution. The Zoom unified communications platform supports multi-party video calls, making it easy for Stratus Video interpreters to join and facilitate conversations between LEP patients and their healthcare providers. Telehealth helps to save time and effort, and reduces the risk of hospital-born infections that patients may be exposed to during follow-up visits. Telehealth services have previously been unavailable to the LEP population, but through this interoperability LEP patients can now reap the same telehealth benefits as English speaking patients.

"We were thrilled to roll out this integration across our hospitals and clinics," said Pedro Mendez, Director Corp Language and Cultural Services at Novant Health, "LEP patients deserve the same level of care that English speakers receive, and this partnership gets us one step closer to providing completely equitable care."

"We are excited to help bring telehealth services to the LEP population," said David Fetterolf, Stratus Video President.

To learn more about Stratus Video products and services, visit http://www.stratusvideo.com.

About Stratus Video
Stratus Video offers technology enabled access to its medically qualified/certified interpreters to improve patient safety and care across the care continuum. A suite of offerings including audio, video and geo-location mobile applications along with inter-operability to telehealth solutions, provides language access when and where it's needed. Led by a team of dedicated individuals, Stratus Video is committed to enabling Visual Connections and Vital Conversations. For more information, visit http://www.stratusvideo.com.



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SAN MATEO, CALIF. (PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2020

Impact Teen Drivers and California Casualty are once again challenging students to develop artistic ideas to combat reckless and distracted driving. Their creative solutions could net them part of $15,000 in educational grants available in the 2020 Spring Create Real Impact contest.

The 2020 Spring Create Real Impact Contest will provide $1,500 grand prizes in the following categories:

Video

Music

Art

Creative writing

Spanish Language

Sports team video

There will also be awards for the works receiving the most online votes.

Administrators, teachers and education support professionals are urged to motivate students to enter the contest. Three schools with the most entries will each be awarded a $1,000 educational grant.

Students, ages 14-22, can enter their works at http://www.createrealimpact.com.

The Create Real Impact contest was initiated in 2009 as a proactive solution to the deadly epidemic of inattentive driving by teens. Research shows distraction is a key factor in almost 60 percent of crashes involving drivers ages 16 to 19. Empowering messages from young people urging their peers to adopt safer driving attitudes and avoid the tragic result of bad choices behind-the-wheel can save lives.

"I have confidence teens can change the culture of driving to one that is distraction free – much like earlier generations did with seat belts," said Kelly Browning, Ph.D., Executive Director, Impact Teen Drivers. "The Create Real Impact Contest provides an opportunity for teens to join the conversation and do something about the problem."

Students across the nation, aged 14-22, can enter and find motivation from past winners at - http://www.createrealimpact.c om. The deadline for submissions is March 19 at 6 p.m. (PDT).

Online voting will take place March 20-26, with judges determining grand prize awards and notifying winners around April 1, in conjunction with National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

Educators wanting to bring the powerful Impact Teen Drivers curriculum to their schools can visit http://www.impactteendrivers.org or email info@impactteendrivers.org.

Headquartered in San Mateo, California, with Service Centers in Arizona, Colorado and Kansas, California Casualty provides auto and home insurance to educators, firefighters, law enforcement and nurses across the country. Founded in 1914, California Casualty has been led by four generations of the Brown family. To learn more about California Casualty, or to request an auto insurance quote, please visit http://www.calcas.com or call 1.800.800.9410.



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IRVINE, CALIF. (PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2020

Brandman University is beginning a new year of helping working adults complete fully-online and hybrid programs leading to degrees and professional certifications.

A recent U.S. Department of Education data release showing Brandman students' high graduation rates affirmed past academic successes. Now, the university enters 2020 with a heightened capacity to continue its mission, after key developments over the past year created new opportunities to deliver relevant programs to students balancing work, family and academic commitments.

Brandman students returned to their studies today for the beginning of a new Spring Trimester.

"I am confident that in 2020, and throughout this new decade, we will continue to find innovative ways to bring higher education directly to working Americans," Chancellor Gary Brahm said. "Meeting adults where they are, no matter where they may be, is rapidly becoming a proven method for delivering the knowledge, skills and abilities people need to succeed."

Brandman, a private, nonprofit university, has an 81 percent graduation rate for full-time students who transfer into the university, according to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. The department released its updated version of the Scorecard in November.

College Scorecard numbers also show a 59 percent graduation rate for part-time students. The university has an overall graduation rate of 66 percent. The Department of Education calculated scorecard rates from numbers collected during the 2016-17 and 2017-18 data years. The rates show the percentages of students who graduated within eight years.

"This information shines a spotlight on our faculty and staff who are incredibly successful at ensuring working adults who resolve to earn a degree have the support they need to cross the finish line. We're proud of our completion rates, and we'll continue to work hard to push them even higher," Brahm said. "A college education is imperative for a fulfilling and financially-secure life, and should not be reserved solely for those who can rely upon parental support."

Brandman begins the new decade after a year in which the university introduced new programs expanding working adults' access to college.

In April, Brandman received U.S. Department of Education approval for two competency-based degree programs, an Associate of Arts in General Business and Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership. The self-paced programs are offered via Brandman MyPathTM digital learning resources.

The San Diego campus began instruction in September for students enrolled in the new pre-licensure Accelerated Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing program. A new simulation lab is expected to open at the San Diego campus for nursing students this year.

In October, the Automobile Club of Southern California and Brandman announced an exclusive partnership, AAA Accelerate. The program extends opportunities for highly-subsidized degrees to about 15,000 people working for the Automobile Club of Southern California and its Auto Club Enterprises affiliates in more than 20 states.

Also, other recently-released federal numbers show Brandman graduates continue to have low student loan default rates. The university's three-year default rate of 5.2 percent is much lower than the national 10.1 percent rate the Department of Education reported in September. Default rates are calculated from data on students who began to repay their loans in Fiscal 2016, and Brandman's low rate indicates university graduates are working in jobs enabling them to meet their financial needs and obligations.

ABOUT BRANDMAN UNIVERSITY
Brandman University is a private, nonprofit institution accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission. As part of the Chapman University System, Brandman blends a legacy of academic excellence with innovative programs and support services designed for students with busy schedules. The university offers more than 80 undergraduate, graduate, credential and certificate programs. Brandman serves about 24,000 students, more than 14,000 of whom enroll in academic credit programs, at 25 physical campuses in California and Washington, as well as online. Brandman offers fully-online courses for students anywhere in the United States and for military personnel serving abroad. For additional information, visit the university's website.



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SAN ANTONIO (PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2020

Ninety-five military children have advanced as semifinalists in Operation Homefront's 2020 Military Child of the Year Award program. Operation Homefront is a national nonprofit which has served America's military families since 2002.

This year marks the 12th anniversary of this special event as the nation's premier celebration of the achievements of America's military children, reflecting the positive impact they've made on their families, schools, and communities. The Military Child of the Year Award is a lifelong source of pride for the recipients. Participating in the program provides them with amazing opportunities to meet senior military leaders, elected officials, celebrities, and other remarkable military children.

Elisabeth Lundgren, the 2019 Navy Military Child of the Year, said the prestigious award allowed her to honor her dad and his service. "Winning was an amazing way to show my dad that my success didn't suffer just because he missed out on big parts of my life. My success in swimming and in the classroom happened, not in spite of my dad's service, but because of my dad's service."

NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt featured 2018 Navy Military Child of the Year, Isabelle Richards, during a 2018 newscast, highlighting her achievement and the work she has done to help military veterans.

"The opportunities that being Military Child of the Year has given me are unbelievable," said Richards. "It has helped me promote caring for our wounded and injured veterans and helped me share the powerful message that military kids have so much to share! In addition, being a MCOY recipient gave me the opportunity to be the Key Note Speaker at the United Through Reading Gala."

Thirty-five finalists will be selected in February by a panel of judges chosen by Operation Homefront's senior leadership and Booz Allen Hamilton, a global technology and management consulting firm. The final seven award recipients will be announced in March and will travel to Washington, D.C. to be recognized at a gala on April 2, during which senior leaders from each branch of service will present the awards. They'll also each receive $10,000, a laptop, and other donated gifts.

Six Military Child of the Year Award recipients will represent each branch of the armed forces — the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and National Guard — for their scholarship, volunteerism, leadership, extracurricular involvement, and other criteria while facing the challenges of military family life.

The seventh award is the Military Child of the Year Award for Innovation presented by Booz Allen Hamilton. This award goes to a military child who has designed a bold and creative solution to address a local, regional, or global challenge. The Military Child of the Year Award for Innovation recipient will work directly with a team at the BAH firm, developing a plan to help scale the recipient's project — drawing on technology and strategic thinking.

The following are all the 2020 Military Child of the Year Award semifinalists by service branch. Semifinalists for the 2020 Military Child of the Year Award for Innovation are also designated:

Army

Jonathan Bailon, 17, Corpus Christi, Texas
Abigail Birano, 16, Mt. Pleasant, Mich.
Jordan Daugherty, 18, Alexandria, Va.

Daugherty is also one of 10 semifimalists for the Military Child of the Year Award for Innovation

Lauryn Dixon, 17, Cabot, Ark.
Peyton Faulk, 17, Lansing, Kan.
Coralynn Fisher, 14, Stafford, Va.
Ashley Gorrell, 16, Fort Polk, La.
Morgan Kim, 15, Richmond Hill, Ga.
Fionnuala Mahoney, 18, Bethesda, Md.
Amara Park, 18, Fort Belvoir, Va.
Olivia Starz, 16, Fort Campbell, Ky.
Austin Theroux, 17, Cranston, R.I.
Anna Torres, 16, Fort Riley, Kan.
Anna Turlington, 16, Cecilia, Ky.
Devin Woods, 17, Bel Air, Md.

Marine Corps

Aubriannah Aittama, 14, New Bern, N.C.
Lee Balderaz Jr., 17, Camp Lejeune, N.C.
Niklas Cooper, 16, Camp Lejeune, N.C.
Dean Fecteau, 18, Camp Lejeune, N.C.
Hunter Galvin, 17, Holly Ridge, N.C.
Clyde Harris, 17, Oceanside, Ca.
Payton Jeffers, 17, Holly Ridge, N.C.
Harmony Jones, 14, East Garrison, Calif.
Jason Morrison II, 17, Maysville, N.C.
Iain Nicol, 13, Camp Lejeune, N.C.
Abigail Paquin, 17, Tarawa Terrace, N.C.
Ethan Perdew, 17, MCAS Iwakuni, Japan
Gabrielle Ryder, 17, Smithsburg, Md.

Ryder is also one of 10 semifimalists for the Military Child of the Year Award for Innovation

Justin Skillings, 13, Tarawa Terrace, N.C.
Michayla Wittner, 16, Jacksonville, N.C.

Navy

Michael Archie, 18, Pensacola, Fla.
Catherine Besachio, 17, Norfolk, Va.
Danielle Bilotta, 18, Albuquerque, N.M.
Chloe Cullen, 17, Petaluma, Calif.

Cullen is also one of 10 semifimalists for the Military Child of the Year Award for Innovation

Logan DeLisle, 17, Beavercreek, Ohio
Nai'a Freeman, 17, Cathlamet, Wash.
Wester Gapasangra, 16, Honolulu, Hawaii
Sawyer Getschman, 17, RAF Molesworth, England
John Grady, 18, Chula Vista, Calif.
Jalen Hines, 17, St Johns, Fla.
Kaitlin Howard, 16, MCAS Iwakuni, Japan
Kainath Kamil, 16, Oceanside, Calif.

Kamil is also one of 10 semifimalists for the Military Child of the Year Award for Innovation

Katherine Kennedy, 17, Crozet, Va.
Miryam Smith, 17, Virginia Beach, Va.
Lauryn Williams, 18, St Johns, Fla.

Air Force

Lance Almand, 16, Southlake, Texas
Kabryni Bruening, 17, Sembach, Germany
Audrey Camper, 15, Talofofo, Guam
Marina Cardoso, 15, Minot AFB, N.D.
Jessop Collins, 17, Bedford, Mass.
Brianna Cooley, 14, Bossier City, La.
Taylor Curro, 17, Carrollton, Va.
Merideth Curwen, 17, Tokyo, Japan
Samantha Grab, 18, O'Fallon, Ill.
Rachel Kent, 18, Ramstein Air Base, Germany
Jordyn McNeal, 13, Apollo Beach, Fla.
Taylor Sandlin, 17, Cedar Park, Texas
Jacob Taylor, 17, Tucson, Ariz.
Brian Thompson, 17, Bel Air, Md.
Stephen Wolf, 13, Xenia, Ohio

Coast Guard

Alexis Blyth, 18, Santa Rita, Guam
Liam Cooper, 17, Port Jefferson, N.Y.
Pierce Corson, 17, Virginia Beach, Va.
Jade Davis, 16, Alexandria, Va.
Callie Graziani, 17, Virginia Beach, Va.
Ethan Hunt, 18, Key West, Fla.
Veronica Kavanaght, 16, Orlando, Fla.
John (Jack) Kennedy, 17, Grangeville, Idaho
Kimberly Locke, 17, La Plata, Md.
Hennessy Martinez, 17, San Deigo, Calif.
Kaytlyn Meyer, 17, Owensboro, Ky.
Evelyn Nutt, 16, Ketchikan, Alaska
Tucker Pullen, 17, Bahrain
Tyler Schultz, 17, Forestdale, Mass.
Giavanna Vinciguerra, 14, Palmetto Bay, Fla.

National Guard

Logan Carter, 18, Clinton, Mo.
Bethany Chacon, 17, Albuquerque, N.M.
James Chattaway, 13, Stanton, Calif.
Olivia Chiancone, 17, Winterville, N.C.
Easton Christainsen, 16, Pleasant Grove, Utah
Maya Faulds, 16, Barnegat, N.J.
Victoria Fillipi, 18, Anthon, Iowa
Hannah Grau, 14, Virginia Beach, Va.
Anna Harris, 18, Warrior, Ala.
Audrey Hartgraves, 14, League City, Texas
Gavin Holland, 18, White House, Tenn.
Kristina Lee, 18, Galion, Ohio
Maycie Madsen, 18, Richfield, Utah
Allison Roper, 16, Morganton, N.C.

Roper is also one of 10 semifimalists for the Military Child of the Year Award for Innovation

Noah Sherman, 17, Acworth, Ga.

Military Child of the Year Award for Innovation

Shaylee Barber, 17, Clinton, Utah, Air Force
Chloe Cullen, 17, Petaluma, Calif., Navy
Jordan Daughterty, 18, Alexandria, Va., Army
Denitsa Dimitrova, 17, Virginia Beach, Va., Army
Kainath Kamil, 16, Oceanside, Calif., Navy
Hannah Lipschutz, 17, Charleston, S.C., National Guard
Kaileen Myers, 17, Virginia Beach, Va., Navy
Clairissa Nivens, 17, Chillicothe, Mo., National Guard
Allison Roper, 16, Morganton, N.C., National Guard
Gabrielle Ryder, 17, Smithsburg, Md., Marine Corps

More information about the Military Child of the Year Awards is available at http://www.militarychildoftheyear.org.

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DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

For the seventh consecutive year, aviation and aerospace powerhouse Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University ranked among the nation's top five online bachelor's degree providers, in U.S. News & World Report's 2020 ranking.

Embry-Riddle was named No. 1 in the nation among 97 schools providing online undergraduate degree programs specifically tailored for veterans. Embry-Riddle's Worldwide Campus has ranked among the top five most outstanding programs for veterans on the annual U.S. News & World Report list since 2014.

Embry-Riddle also earned the No. 2 spot overall when compared with 344 other institutions offering online bachelor's degrees in the United States. In addition, Embry-Riddle's exceptional online graduate business programs and online MBA programs, for both veterans and other students, were highly rated by U.S. News & World Report.

The U.S. News list of top five online undergraduate degree programs placed Embry-Riddle in impressive company. Embry-Riddle successfully competed with distinguished research institutions, and it was the only private university among top schools.

Embry-Riddle President Dr. P. Barry Butler said: "We are honored to be named among the nation's top five most exceptional online educators. The latest U.S. News & World Report ranking will inspire us to continuously improve our service to students by pushing our award-winning educational programs to even greater heights."

Embry-Riddle Worldwide Chancellor Dr. John R. Watret said, "The 2020 U.S. News & World Report rankings reaffirm Embry-Riddle's steadfast commitment to academic excellence, the high value of our degrees based on our graduates' ability to secure rewarding jobs, and accessibility for all students, from first-generation university students to veterans and military members."

Dr. Jason M. Ruckert, Vice Chancellor & Chief Digital Learning Officer at Embry-Riddle Worldwide noted that "affordability, academic quality enhanced by cutting-edge interactive technologies, and student success are at the forefront of what sets Embry-Riddle apart."

Ruckert also cited Embry-Riddle's long-standing leadership in online education. "Our unrivaled consistency in delivering world-class distance education for nearly 50 years differentiates Embry-Riddle from other institutions," he said.

The 2020 U.S. News & World Report ranking assessed online bachelor's degree programs across four general categories: student engagement (which counted for 35% of each institution's score); faculty credentials and training (20%); peer reputation (20%); and student services and technology (25%).

Award-Winning Online Degree Programs

This year's U.S. News & World Report rankings were only the most recent distinction earned by Embry-Riddle's Worldwide Campus, which includes fully online programs as well as approximately 130 locations in the United States, Europe and Asia.

In 2019, for example, Embry-Riddle was selected by the Council of College and Military Educators (CCME) to receive the Institution Award, which is presented annually to one higher education institution in recognition of significant contributions to educating active-duty service members and veterans.

In 2018, Embry-Riddle Worldwide's unique virtual crash laboratory and aerial robotics virtual lab received a CIO 100 award for innovative and transformative digital educational technology. In addition, a high-tech effort to help students feel connected with Embry-Riddle and persist with their studies earned a top honor for excellence in education from the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education Cooperative for Educational Technologies.

Further, in 2018 Embry-Riddle became the first institution of higher learning to successfully complete and excel in all categories of The University of Professional and Continuing Education's National Council for Online Education Hallmarks of Excellence in Online Leadership Review.

Offering bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs for some 23,000 students in the United States and globally, Embry-Riddle Worldwide in 2018 was also named one of the best online colleges in the nation by the Center for Online Education. Its online graduate degree programs have earned numerous accolades from independent online ranking providers.

According to Embry-Riddle Worldwide's annual alumni survey, 95% of graduates are employed or are in graduate school within a year of graduation.

About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Reporters worldwide contact Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University for content experts in all aspects of aviation, aerospace, engineering and STEM-related fields. Our faculty experts specialize in unmanned and autonomous systems, security and intelligence, air traffic and airport management, astronomy, human factors psychology, meteorology, spaceflight operations, urban air mobility and much more. Visit the Embry-Riddle Newsroom for story ideas.

Embry-Riddle educates nearly 34,000 students at its residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, at approximately 130 Worldwide Campus locations and through the nation's top five ranked online undergraduate degree programs (U.S. News & World Report).




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PITTSBURGH (PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2020

Pioneering, world renowned innovative plastic surgeon and Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh, Dennis J Hurwitz, MD is presenting his evolution of total body lift surgery, featuring the oblique flankplasty at the January 15, 2020 Department of plastic surgery grand rounds at 7:00 to 9 AM in the medical school 11 floor Scaife Hall on Terrace Street. He will introduce visiting plastic surgeon scholar from Cairo Egypt, Dr. Ahmed Taha, who will then speak on the practice of plastic surgery in Egypt as well as research on improving safety in body contouring surgery. Dr. Taha won a USAID competitive scholarship for four months observership with an American plastic surgeon of his choice from December 2019 to April 2020. He came to see advanced surgery and postoperative results unfiltered in Pittsburgh and has not been disappointed. He hopes to bring to the Middle East the technical advances pioneered by Dr. Hurwitz such as the oblique flankplasty, spiral flap reshaping of the breasts, Boomerang pattern correction of gynecomastia, and the L-Brachioplasty, as well as the skills of advancing new technology of fat suction and skin shrinkage with these procedures. Pitt senior resident Walter Joseph will kick off the morning with an assessment of minimally invasive, electromagnetic and bipolar radiofrequency body contouring procedures, including long term result in several patients of Dr. Hurwitz.

For the physicians and students who attend the January 15 grand rounds, Dr. Hurwitz will explain how total body lift surgery came to happen and what have been the scientific, social and patient highlights of cultivating body contouring specialty over the past 22 years. He anticipates that the brilliant but impressionable residents and medical students will be inspired to take a similar path towards developing and advancing their specialty interest in plastic surgery. They need to understand long term goals, the search for excellence, unraveling deficiencies and realizing the length of time, it takes to make a difference and the considerable effort in preparation of lectures, traveling and manuscripts and book chapters. The satisfactions and rewards will be self-evident to those who attend. Dr. Hurwitz is clear that this approach to the practice of plastic surgery has not only brought achievements in innovation, but the best possible care for his patients one at a time, day in and day out. For those who wish to view a recorded similar presentation for an ICOPLAST international webinar for plastic surgeons visit vimeo.com/383937478. Additional information can be found at hurwitzcenter.com/body-contouring/oblique-flankplasty on the oblique flankplasty.

For more information about achieving an optimal figure and what treatments best suit your needs, contact the Hurwitz Center for Plastic Surgery, hurwitzcenter.com The practice can be reached directly using the information provided below.

The Hurwitz Center for Plastic Surgery
3109 Forbes Ave., Suite 500
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213
(412) 802-6100

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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2020

For the past two years, the Nike Volleyball Camp at Pace University has proven to be a top-notch program in the Northeast. This past summer, the Setters helped over 130 campers work on their volleyball skills through varieties of drills and gameplay.

With the addition of a Serving Clinic, more players will be able to experience the positive environment and elite coaching this upcoming summer. The new half-day clinic will be offered on a Friday to encourage campers to link an All Skills or Intermediate/Advanced camp with the Serving Clinic. This will allow them to work on their skills from Monday-Friday during the summer.

During the half-day Serving Clinic will include instruction for all types of players. Players new to volleyball will learn the basic fundamentals of serving, while the more advanced players may work on float, jump serves, and serving tactics.

When asked about her daughter's past experience at the New York volleyball camp, parent Cindy V. had nothing but positive statements. "The Nike Volleyball Camp at Pace University provides a positive environment for the girls. The feedback during camp allowed my daughter to grow as a player. This is what makes a great athlete at any age when you are looking for ways to improve your skills."

Another parent exclaimed "This camp is wonderful and has supportive teaching. My daughter felt encouraged and inspired, and also learned some really important skills."

Players, Coaches, and Parents interested in the program can visit Nike Volleyball Camps at http://www.ussportscamps.com or call 1-800-645-3226

About US Sports Camps

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is America's largest sports camp network and the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps. The company has offered summer camps since 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high-quality sports education and skill enhancement.



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NOVI, MICH. (PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2020

On January 13, 2020, D3 Technologies, a Platinum-level Autodesk partner dedicated entirely to manufacturing solutions, announced they have opened up the doors to a new office in Novi, MI.

Their new office is located at 39555 Orchard Hill Pl., Suite 600. Novi, MI 48375-5381.

D3 Learning and Development Specialist Ryan Johnson states, "I'm excited that we can now offer a new training location in the area for customers who want to get away from distractions at their office to focus on our courses, as well as bring awareness of our virtual training options to the area."

With their highly skilled instructors and certification as an Autodesk Authorized Training Center, D3 can train clients quickly to assist them in acquiring a faster return on their investment from the software. The new office in Novi, MI provides the area with more class availability, so clients can gain personalized hands-on training for the latest manufacturing design software from instructors who are highly skilled in the software. However, D3 does not limit your options. They provide you with the choice to learn at the new training center or from your own office, whatever works best for you.

About D3
D3 Technologies is one of the largest and accomplished dedicated Autodesk manufacturing partner in North America and a valued integrator of Autodesk manufacturing and plant solutions. From initial concept to final product - D3's solutions will transform your efficiencies by improving workflows, aligning you with the right technologies and providing educational paths. D3 has been a trusted partner to US manufacturers since 1999, and we will continue to partner with those that demand the best. You can find D3 Technologies at TeamD3.com and on all social media platforms.




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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

The value of a liberal arts education has come into question in past years, leading to program cuts and even school closings. But the degrees that liberal arts colleges confer have substantial returns on investment (ROI) in the long term, according to a new report from the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW).

ROI of Liberal Arts Colleges: Value Adds Up Over Time finds that 10 years after enrollment, the median ROI for liberal arts colleges is $62,000, which is $45,000 below the median ROI of all colleges. By 40 years after enrollment, however, the ROI of liberal arts colleges rises to $918,000, which is nearly $200,000 higher than the median ROI of all colleges ($723,000).

More selective liberal arts institutions typically have even higher median returns on investment. The 47 most selective liberal arts colleges, which include Carleton College, Kenyon College, the University of Richmond, Wesleyan University, and Williams College, have a 40-year ROI of $1.13 million. Those returns are nearly as high as the ROI from doctoral institutions with the highest research activity, at $1.14 million. Selective colleges tend to have higher graduation rates than other colleges, and enroll fewer students from low-income families. Higher graduation rates contribute to higher ROI, likely because students who complete their credentials have greater earnings potential. Students who do not graduate may have debt without increasing their earning potential.

"As with many four-year institutions, financial returns from liberal arts colleges start low, but enrolling at one of these colleges is a good investment in the long term," lead report author and CEW Director Anthony P. Carnevale said.

These findings hold true for many, but not all, liberal arts colleges. The lowest-ranking four-year liberal arts colleges have 40-year ROIs of less than $550,000. And not all schools with few low-income students or high graduation rates offer students high financial returns. At Oberlin College, where 8.8% of students are Pell Grant recipients, the 40-year ROI is $763,000. Meanwhile, at Washington and Lee University, 8.7% of students are Pell Grant recipients—but the ROI is $1.58 million. Bennington College has a relatively high graduation rate of 69% but 40-year returns of just $530,000, while Southern Virginia University has a low graduation rate of 30% but higher returns of $713,000.

Students' college major also matters when it comes to their overall financial returns. Liberal arts colleges with higher percentages of students majoring in STEM tend to have higher ROIs. Institutions in the top third by share of STEM students have a 40-year return of $992,000, which is $179,000 more than the return from institutions in the bottom third. But there is a great deal of variation even among STEM majors' returns. At Lafayette College and Ursinus College, about 40% and 42% of students major in STEM fields, respectively. However, Lafayette College, where engineering is the most popular major, has an ROI of $1.4 million, while Ursinus College, which does not have an engineering major, has an ROI of $1.1 million.

Geography is one factor external to institutional characteristics that plays an important role in ROI. The majority of graduates of four-year colleges in large metropolitan areas end up working near their school. Liberal arts colleges are concentrated on the East Coast, especially in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, where earnings are higher than in most other parts of the country.

"Liberal arts colleges typically offer students good earning prospects, but the old rules still apply," said co-author and CEW Associate Director of Editorial and Postsecondary Policy Martin Van Der Werf. "Where students go to school, and what they major in, matters more than just about anything else."

Key Findings:

Overall, liberal arts institutions have a wide variety of outcomes: at the 75th percentile, the median ROI of liberal arts colleges is $1.05 million, while at the 25th percentile it is $766,000.

The ROI at liberal arts institutions is third highest among the 14 types of four-year institutions, ranking below the doctoral universities with the two highest levels of research activity.

Claremont McKenna College, Harvey Mudd College, and Washington and Lee University are liberal arts colleges that rank in the top 50 in long-term ROI among all US colleges.

The 40-year median ROI of liberal arts institutions is close to those of four-year engineering and technology-related schools, at $917,000, and four-year business and management schools, at $913,000.

For the full report and a sortable table of the 210 liberal arts colleges, visit cew.georgetown.edu/LiberalArtsROI.

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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB), the premier organization representing higher education governing boards, today launched a suite of member-exclusive resources to empower board members of higher education institutions and foundations to govern with confidence at a time of unprecedented disruption and change.

The suite of benefits is part of AGB'S renewed focus on providing indispensable, easily accessible thought leadership and tools for governing boards. AGB has redesigned, optimized, and improved the http://www.AGB.org website, as well as streamlined guidance on navigating hot-button issues.

"For nearly 100 years, AGB has empowered governing boards with the knowledge and tools to be effective in the boardroom," said Henry Stoever, president and CEO of AGB. "With this new suite of member benefits we're transforming the quality, accessibility, and exclusivity of our offering, delivering the most relevant resources to our 40,000 members at a time when they're dealing with greater governance complexity than ever before."

Specifically, the following new benefits have been added to the portfolio of exclusive AGB member benefits:

    New Knowledge Center: All of AGB's thought leadership is now organized by trending topics, board fundamentals, institution types, board roles, key committees, and resource types. Members have exclusive digital access to everything in the Knowledge Center including digital e-books.

    New Governance Briefings: The latest insights on higher education's most consequential issues to equip board members to tackle them with confidence.

    New Board Member Orientation: A complimentary online resource for introducing new board members to the fundamentals of higher education governance including fiduciary duties, essential responsibilities, board composition, and culture.

    New Governance Needs Review: A complimentary phone consultation for each member organization to review current board processes, practices, and structure.

To maintain exclusivity of these resources for AGB members, the majority of this content will now be password protected and members will need to use their login credentials to access them. Members should reach out to concierge@agb.org if they need assistance.

About AGB
The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) is the premier membership organization that strengthens higher education governing boards and the strategic roles they serve within their organizations. Through our vast library of resources, educational events, and consulting services, and with nearly 100 years of experience, we empower 40,000 AGB members from more than 2,000 institutions and foundations to navigate complex issues, implement leading practices, streamline operations, and govern with confidence. AGB is the trusted resource for board members, chief executives, and key administrators on higher education governance and leadership.



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MONTPELIER, VT. (PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2020

Author and nonprofit founder Ruth Dutting Witte has published a comprehensive early-childhood care and education guide that provides parents and teachers with a new approach to raising kinder, more confident, supportive, and sustainable children in an increasingly digital and fast-paced world. In "Changing the World Through Children," Witte shares her experience organizing and founding a grassroots organization aimed at fostering young children's creativity, cognitive abilities, and connection to nature through gardening, art, and social and mental exercises.

Witte's book is a practical guide that provides crucial advice to parents and early childhood educators to help them raise and teach kids with compassion and consistency. The book helps parents and families get a taste of the learning that is occurring in their children at a young age and shares with them how they can support that learning by modifying their actions and routines. In "Changing the World Through Children," Witte also encourages those who parent and work with young people to set aside time for themselves to foster personal wellness and attentiveness.

"Delightful and wonderful book for parents and teachers alike," a reader wrote in a five-star Amazon review of "Changing the World Through Children". "Understanding the light inside a child and how to nurture it to grow is a difficult for anyone. This book helps bring it together, puts it into focus and gives you the light bulb moments you need to help your 'Little Seeds' grow and accomplish anything their dreams chose to create!"

Ultimately, "Changing the World Through Children" is a gentle, step-by-step approach to shifting a tiny piece of the world into a less competitive, more accepting and nurturing environment where each person can meet their best potential and has a stake in helping others do the same.

"Changing the World Through Children"
By Ruth Dutting Witte
ISBN: 978-1-9822-3532-1 (softcover); 978-1-9822-3533-8 (e-book)
Available through Balboa Press, Barnes & Noble and Amazon

About the author
Ruth Dutting Witte is the founder of Growing Places, Inc. – a nonprofit, community-based enrichment program for families of children ages 1 to 12 that provides early childhood education, parent support, and education, and personal growth opportunities for women. Witte earned her bachelor's degree in human services from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1981. Her previous experience in the human services field includes work in mental health, youth and family services, substance abuse program development, and teen parent education and prevention, and she spent more than five years volunteering in the Dansville, N.Y. public school system. Witte has been married to her husband for 34 years, and she has four grown children and several grandchildren. She currently resides in Montpelier, Vt. To learn more, please visit http://www.changingtheworldthroughchildren.com and http://www.goldenratiodesign.com/growingplaces, and follow the author on Pinterest and Facebook.

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DENVER (PRWEB) JANUARY 13, 2020

The Avitus Group 2020 Business Success Checklist is live as of January, 2020 and available to business owners, managers and decision makers worldwide. The checklist outlines 10 ways businesses can make sure they are on the right track for simplification, growth and success.    

"Our 2020 checklist allows business owners to take a pulse on the current strength of their business, consider their projected growth path, and evaluate those business functions which will allow them to simplify, strengthen or grow to achieve greater success now and in the future," says Avitus Group Chief Revenue Officer Travis Bruyere.

The Avitus Group 2020 Business Success Checklist is available here for download at no cost to participants. Individuals are asked to answer 10 yes/no questions, and are given the opportunity to follow up with an Avitus Group representative to visit about their results.

In addition, Avitus Group is releasing its 2019 Five Most Talked About Topics in Business Services List. Avitus Group projects each of these topics will spill over into 2020 and impact businesses of all types and sizes.

"One hot topic of 2019 that continues into 2020 is IT security. We've seen ransomware attacks knock television news broadcasts off the air, and municipalities and states brought to a standstill because of these types of attacks," says Avitus Group Chief Operating Officer Andrew Lindley. "Avitus Group is here to help with solutions from IT to payroll and beyond. Our motto is: Do what you love. We'll take care of the rest."    

"The start of the new year is a great time to bring clarity to the day-to-day business tasks and their impact on the bigger picture. Here's to 2020 and we're wishing everyone a year of business success," says Avitus Group Executive Vice President Josh Balster. "Your business needs are dynamic and so are we."

Avitus Group is a nationwide business services company headquartered in the Denver Metro Area. Services include information technology, co-employment, marketing and branding services, payroll and much more.



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BOSTON (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

When it comes to updating professional skills, continuous learning is more important to Millennials and adult Gen Zers than to Gen Xers and Baby Boomers, according to a survey of 1,048 adults, conducted by getAbstract, a company that summarizes top business books, articles and videos.

More than half of Millennials (58 percent) and adult Gen Zers (52 percent) said success in their careers depends on updating their skills and knowledge frequently, compared with 35 percent of Gen Xers and 34 percent of Baby Boomers.

However, younger workers are also more likely to feel stressed about the need to continuously update their skills and knowledge. Almost one-third (31 percent) of Millennials and Gen Zers said engaging in continuous learning stressed them out, compared with 19 percent of Gen Xers and 15 percent of Baby Boomers.

Overall, though, engaging in continuous learning was most often associated with good feelings, with "fulfilled," "accomplished" and "motivated" the most cited emotions by all generations.

"The workplace and its demands are changing more rapidly than ever before, thanks to technology," said Andrew Savikas, president of getAbstract US. "It's clear that all generations -- but especially Gen Zers and Millennials -- know this and deeply understand that actively seeking new skills and knowledge is essential as they are advancing in their careers. Fortunately there are more resources than ever to learn new skills and gain knowledge, and ways to integrate that learning into everyday work."

Younger generations expect employers to provide learning opportunities
Nearly all respondents (93 percent) said it was at least somewhat important that their employers provide resources for continuous learning, but younger generations were more likely to say it was extremely or very important. Of adult Gen Zers, 84 percent said it was extremely or very important, as did 78 percent of Millennials; 71 percent of Gen Xers; and 63 percent of Baby Boomers.

How important to you is it that your company provide training/materials to update your skills and/or knowledge?

Adult Gen Z
Extremely important: 52.9%
Very important: 31%
Somewhat important: 11.5%
Not so important: 3.5%
Not at all important: 1.2%

Millennials
Extremely important: 45%
Very important: 32.9%
Somewhat important: 17.2%
Not so important: 3.9%
Not at all important: 1%

Gen X
Extremely important: 33.7%
Very important: 36.9%
Somewhat important: 20.4%
Not so important: 6.5%
Not at all important: 2.5%

Baby Boomers
Extremely important: 30.1%
Very important: 33.3%
Somewhat important: 26.3%
Not so important: 3.8%
Not at all important: 6.5%

People management, time management and leadership are most important skills to learn
Across generations, the skills most important to update through continuous learning were people management, time management, leadership and communication. Millennials were most likely to select multiple skills, while Gen Zers were most likely to select technical skills like UX design and artificial intelligence.

Footnotes:
Generations are defined as: people born 1996-2001 Gen Z; 1977-1995 Millennials; 1965-1976 Gen X; 1946-1964 Baby Boomers.
The survey was conducted on Dec. 12-13, 2019, of SurveyMonkey's online panel and consisted of 1,048 completed responses. Respondents were full-time workers ages 18 and up.

About getAbstract

getAbstract is an online library offering 20,000+ text and audio summaries of business books.

getAbstract finds, rates, and summarizes relevant knowledge to help people make better decisions in business and in their private lives. The company's expert editorial team finds and rates the most relevant business books, articles, and video talks, and summarizes them into 10-minute abstracts. Their constantly updated online library provides quick and easy access to relevant knowledge for employees at every level. The company's worldwide community includes millions of readers, including one-third of Fortune 100 companies. Founded in 1999, getAbstract is headquartered in Lucerne, Switzerland, with offices in Boston and Aventura, Fla.

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KILKENNY, IRELAND (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

It's a new year and with it comes the day that has been at the heart of news cycles for months on end: Brexit. The UK is set to leave the European Union on 31 January 2020 and it will undoubtedly bring with it all manner of changes. For companies that do business internationally the main concern is knowing which changes to expect and how to manage them. Business conducted between enterprises in the UK and EU will certainly be affected but how? Drawing on its years of experience in VAT solutions, Taxback International has been monitoring the Brexit situation and taking note of the issues that are likely to come up.

Processing VAT reclaims, an already heavily time consuming endeavour, will only become more so between the UK and EU. Adding to the complexity, the UK will no longer be covered by the EU VAT Refund Mechanism, scanned receipts probably won't be acceptable and there is no guarantee that rates of VAT and thresholds for registration in the UK won't vary wildly from those in the EU. An already complex process is set to become even more complicated. Companies need not panic in the face of the coming changes. They can prepare for the impact of Brexit. Taxback International Senior VAT Manager, Lisa Dowling says:

"Of course there will be many changes and new regulations will have to be taken into account but it's nothing we can't handle. This is what we do at Taxback International. We tailor solutions to meet the exact needs of our clients and manage the entire process from start to finish."

Taxback International combines innovative technology, deep industry expertise and value added partnerships to deliver comprehensive VAT solutions that maximise your VAT reclaim and minimise your risks, so you can focus on growing your business.

Taxback International is a member of The Taxback Group, a collection of global companies that deliver focus driven, digitalised solutions to simplify the complexity of global business.
The entrepreneurial spirit which characterized its inception in Ireland has continued to shape the products and services which they create. Taxback International recognises that one size doesn't fit all and strive to create bespoke services that exactly meet the needs of a diverse client base.

VAT is complex. Taxback International makes it simple.
Get in touch with our Taxback International team of VAT experts for more information on how VAT may be impacted after Brexit.



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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB), the premier organization representing higher education governing boards, today launched a suite of member-exclusive resources to empower board members of higher education institutions and foundations to govern with confidence at a time of unprecedented disruption and change.

The suite of benefits is part of AGB'S renewed focus on providing indispensable, easily accessible thought leadership and tools for governing boards. AGB has redesigned, optimized, and improved the http://www.AGB.org website, as well as streamlined guidance on navigating hot-button issues.

"For nearly 100 years, AGB has empowered governing boards with the knowledge and tools to be effective in the boardroom," said Henry Stoever, president and CEO of AGB. "With this new suite of member benefits we're transforming the quality, accessibility, and exclusivity of our offering, delivering the most relevant resources to our 40,000 members at a time when they're dealing with greater governance complexity than ever before."

Specifically, the following new benefits have been added to the portfolio of exclusive AGB member benefits:

    New Knowledge Center: All of AGB's thought leadership is now organized by trending topics, board fundamentals, institution types, board roles, key committees, and resource types. Members have exclusive digital access to everything in the Knowledge Center including digital e-books.

    New Governance Briefings: The latest insights on higher education's most consequential issues to equip board members to tackle them with confidence.

    New Board Member Orientation: A complimentary online resource for introducing new board members to the fundamentals of higher education governance including fiduciary duties, essential responsibilities, board composition, and culture.

    New Governance Needs Review: A complimentary phone consultation for each member organization to review current board processes, practices, and structure.

To maintain exclusivity of these resources for AGB members, the majority of this content will now be password protected and members will need to use their login credentials to access them. Members should reach out to concierge@agb.org if they need assistance.

About AGB
The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) is the premier membership organization that strengthens higher education governing boards and the strategic roles they serve within their organizations. Through our vast library of resources, educational events, and consulting services, and with nearly 100 years of experience, we empower 40,000 AGB members from more than 2,000 institutions and foundations to navigate complex issues, implement leading practices, streamline operations, and govern with confidence. AGB is the trusted resource for board members, chief executives, and key administrators on higher education governance and leadership.



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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

The LEAD1 Association ("LEAD1"), which represents the athletics directors of the 130-member schools of the Football Bowl Subdivision ("FBS") and Sports Leadership Institute ("SLI"), announced that the 2020 Collegiate Sports Summit will now take place on Tuesday, April 14th through Wednesday, April 15th at the Live! by Loews hotel in Arlington, TX.

With more than 20 states advancing Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) legislation in the next year, LEAD1 and SLI are encouraging ALL Division I Athletics Directors to participate in this opportunity to comment on National Collegiate Athletic Association ("NCAA") NIL Working Group proposals and recommendations. Members of the NCAA Working Group will guide an exclusive Division I AD closed-door discussion at the Collegiate Sports Summit before they present a final report at the NCAA Division I Council Meetings on April 22nd-24th.

With more than 70 ADs expected to attend, the Collegiate Sports Summit will host dynamic discussions not only as it relates to NIL, but on a number of other important topics, such as data optimization, decision-making in an AD's world, strategic storytelling to capture a national audience, athletics' role in social activism on campus, and many more.

For more information about event registration, hotel accommodations, or sponsorship information, please contact Hannah Dewey (hannah@lead1a.com) or Ian Gaffney (ian.gaffney@sportsleadershipinst.com).

About the LEAD1 Association: LEAD1 represents the athletics directors of the 130 member universities of the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS). Key to the LEAD1 mission are influencing how the rules of college sports are enacted and implemented, advocating for the future of college athletics, and providing various services to our member schools. For more information, please visit http://www.lead1association.com.

About the Sports Leadership Institute: The Sports Leadership Institute enables unrivaled opportunities for NCAA Division I Athletics Directors and professional sports leaders to share best practices, lessons learned, behind-the-curtain strategies, and discuss the most important issues and challenges in a safe setting.



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DULUTH, GA. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

The start of the new year is a great time for students to get ready for upcoming SAT and ACT test dates. Students who take the free test at their local C2 center will have an opportunity to become familiar with the SAT or ACT material and learn where improvements are needed before they take the test for real.    

One of the top factors for college admissions officers is the SAT/ACT score, so students need to achieve their highest scores possible. C2 Education, a leader in the college test prep field, has helped tens of thousands of students improve their test scores over the past twenty years. Through C2's flexible teaching environment which provides individual instruction from a variety of tutors, C2 sets itself apart from other options in the test prep space. All students who take the free test will also get a review of their practice test results letting them know exactly where to focus their efforts for maximum improvement. Space is limited, so students can reserve a spot by registering at https://www.c2educate.com/go/mlk-day/?utm_source=prweb.

Nationally, C2 has a proven track record of helping students gain acceptance to the country's top colleges. C2's class of 2019 received over 3,200 top 100 college acceptances and $45 million in scholarship offers. The top 100 colleges & universities are according to U.S. News & World Report's Best College Rankings.

About C2 Education
C2 Education (http://www.c2education.com) was founded in 1997 by David Kim and Jim Narangajavana, two Harvard students offering private tutoring programs from their dorm room, and has grown to over 190 centers nationwide serving over 15,000 students and their families. C2 is the only service that combines in-person test prep, tutoring, and college admissions counseling into a comprehensive, personalized program that supports students on the journey to their dream college. C2 Education is headquartered in Johns Creek, Georgia. Follow the company on Facebook at facebook.com/c2education.



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GARDEN GROVE, CALIF. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

Voxx Analytics has co-authored an analysis of climate change funding with a team from Chapman University's Computational and Data Science graduate program, led by Professor Hesham El-Askary, Director of Graduate Programs. The article "Review of Climate Research and Funding 1993--2017" was published in the Journal of Environmental Informatics Letters. The analysis found that funding for climate research has steadily increased over the last 25 years, with the US and Europe investing hundreds of millions of dollars in alternative and renewable energy. It also assessed the impact of number of investigators, abstract word count and institution types on the class of grant awarded by the National Science Foundation.

"Chapman University has made the sciences a priority and shares our enthusiasm for applied analytics," said Tony Page, CEO at Voxx Analytics. "Voxx is the leader in using network analytics to understand how scientific and medical experts collaborate to influence the way diseases are treated. When we suggested a collaboration on climate change, Chapman jumped at the opportunity."

Voxx provided the Chapman research team with access to Voxx's proprietary network analytics tools, while Chapman provided the majority of staffing. "Our collaboration with Voxx has been an ideal academic-industry partnership," said Professor El-Askary. "Our students are able to apply their skills to real business challenges that also demand significant academic achievement to overcome." Supporting this viewpoint is Daniel Vesely, Voxx President and COO. "These innovative projects are learning opportunities for everyone--it's been great to contribute to the understanding of an important scientific topic."

Voxx Analytics is the worldwide leader in Engagement Support Analytics for the life sciences. The company offers a wide range of analytical products and services that enable life science product manufacturers to engage more effectively with the disease communities they serve.

Media contact:
Daniel Vesely, President and COO, Voxx Analytics
(714) 780-3749
Email: Dvesely@voxxanalytics.com
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IPSWICH, MASS. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) has awarded five librarians, who are all first-time attendees, $1,500 scholarships to attend the 2020 ALA Midwinter Meeting, January 24th-28th in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The scholarships are co-sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA). The scholarship recipients will be honored by EBSCO and ALA representatives at a breakfast during the conference.

The EBSCO ALA Midwinter Scholarship helps defray the cost of attending the conference and allows the librarians to benefit from the professional development and networking opportunities available at ALA-Midwinter. As part of the application process, librarians were asked to write an essay on the topic of "What do you think the biggest factors for change will be as libraries expand into non-traditional areas of service, introduce new technologies and endeavor to support their changing research communities?"

This year's scholarship winners are:

Sharon Kay Edwards, Branch Librarian, Motlow State Community College, McMinnville, Tennessee

Rachelle Brandel, Adult Services Librarian, Ferguson Municipal Public Library, Ferguson, Missouri

Lauren Frazier, Librarian, Santa Clarita Public Library, Valencia, California

Haley Leigh Walters, Librarian, George Washington High School, Danville, Virginia

Bel Outwater, Library Manager, Auburn Public Library, Auburn, Georgia

The winners effectively described what the biggest factors for change will be as libraries expand. Haley Leigh Walters, Librarian at George Washington High School, believes, "With such a transient society, library outreach is more important than ever. Libraries realize they cannot do everything alone, nor within the confines of their buildings. Having a community network is essential for libraries to adapt and thrive, not just survive." Sharon Kay Edwards, Branch Librarian at Motlow State Community College, wrote, "It's imperative to the future of librarianship — and the cataloging of and access to future information — that we think outside of, 'how we've always done it.' We need to be innovative in creating user experiences, information platforms, community programs, lectures, conferences, and more. We must learn to speak, write, and teach code. We must dream beyond our current services and think of what could be done if there were no walls — because the truth is, there aren't. We must empower other librarians and library staff to stretch their comfort levels to meet the future patron's informational needs."

EBSCO is dedicated to supporting the professional development of librarians around the world and has a long-standing tradition of co-sponsoring scholarships to ALA conferences, providing funds for conference registration, travel, and expenses.

About ALA
The American Library Association (ALA) is a nonprofit professional organization of more than 65,000 librarians, library trustees, and other friends of libraries dedicated to providing and improving library services and promoting the public interest in a free and open information society: http://www.ala.org.

About EBSCO Information Services
EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) is the leading discovery service provider for libraries worldwide with more than 11,000 discovery customers in over 100 countries. EBSCO Discovery Service (EDS) provides each institution with a comprehensive, single search box for its entire collection, offering unparalleled relevance ranking quality and extensive customization. EBSCO is also the preeminent provider of online research content for libraries, including hundreds of research databases, historical archives, point-of-care medical reference, and corporate learning tools serving millions of end users at tens of thousands of institutions. EBSCO is the leading provider of electronic journals & books for libraries, with subscription management for more than 360,000 serials, including more than 57,000 e-journals, as well as online access to more than 900,000 e-books. For more information, visit the EBSCO website at: http://www.ebsco.com. EBSCO Information Services is a division of EBSCO Industries Inc., a family owned company since 1944.

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MESA, ARIZ. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

Aqua-Tots Swim Schools, the world's largest swim school franchise, celebrated the grand opening of their 12,000 sq. ft. franchise headquarters on Wednesday, January 8, 2020.

The new state-of-the-art facility, located at 1110 S Greenfield Road in Mesa, Arizona, is positioned in front of the flagship Aqua-Tots Swim Schools location and boasts 6,000 sq. ft. of office space, 6,000 sq. ft. dedicated to Uncle Bear's Grill and Tap as well as a functional rooftop deck for events.

Aqua-Tots Swim Schools Co-Founders Ron Sciarro and Paul Preston along with CEO Craig Wright welcomed guests and members of the community including Councilmember Jeremy Whittaker and Mesa Mayor John Giles who spoke on the importance of Aqua-Tots as a community leader.

"Businesses like Aqua-Tots do more than call Mesa home," remarked Mayor Giles. "They serve as leaders who take our business community to the next level by creating new jobs and economic diversity while continuing to serve the families of Mesa and beyond. We're proud to have the Aqua-Tots Franchise Headquarters as a part of the thriving Mesa community and stand behind them as they work to make the world a safer place for children and families all over the world."

Founded in Mesa in 1991, Aqua-Tots quickly grew from a mobile swim school serving the greater Phoenix metropolitan area to an international franchise teaching millions of swim lessons annually. Beyond the pool, Aqua-Tots Franchise Headquarters will utilize their modern and intentionally designed facility to train new and existing franchisees as well as equip school leadership teams with the skills they need to run successful swim schools both nationally and internationally.

"When Jane and I began teaching swim lessons nearly 29 years ago, we were simply trying to offer parents quality swim instruction options for their children," said Aqua-Tots Co-Founder Ron Sciarro. "Little did we know that our passion for swim lessons would translate into over 105 schools in 14 countries today. This new headquarters office gives us a unique opportunity to serve our franchise owners as well as families all over the world, offering them the most advanced swim lessons available to keep children safe in and around the water for a lifetime. We will forever be grateful to our Aqua-Tots families, franchise partners and team members for walking alongside us as we've watched this dream become a reality."

About Aqua-Tots Swim Schools
Aqua-Tots Swim Schools serves over 100 communities in 14 countries, offering dedicated, year-round, indoor swim instruction, community outreach and drowning prevention education to children of all abilities as early as 4 months old. As the world's largest swim school franchise, their hand-selected instructors are passionate about teaching children how to remain safe in and around the water, using tried-and-true curriculum, 28 years in the making and trusted worldwide to teach millions of swim lessons annually.



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LAKE MARY, FLA. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

IMS Global Learning Consortium (IMS Global/IMS), the world-leading non-profit collaborative advancing educational technology impact, announced the Digital Credentials Summit 2020: Innovations for Lifelong Learning.

The Summit, which will take place February 11-12, 2020 at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta Perimeter at Villa Christina in Atlanta, Georgia, brings together educators and employers working toward a common vision for a robust, learner-centered opportunity ecosystem.

Highlights of the program include the keynote "Credentials, Education, and Workforce: A Look at the Future," from Nelson C. Baker, Ph.D., dean of professional education and professor at the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology.

Baker, whose talk will look at the ways higher education must change to serve lifelong learners, is excited to lead a discussion on everything from redefining credentials to keeping adult learners engaged throughout their entire lifespan. "We need to reinvent higher ed," said Baker. "I look forward to hearing everyone's ideas and working toward solutions that benefit all learners across the globe."

The IMS Digital Credentials Summit, which is focused on advancing innovative educational models that bridge learning and career, will include panels on the intersection of work, education, and technology; developing new education models and career pathways; and the future of the registrar.

Other timely topics to be addressed include connecting people to jobs, building a statewide K-12 digital credentials system, crypto-credentials, stackable credential pathways, and advances in open badges.

For additional information and to register, visit https://www.imsglobal.org/dc/summit/2020.

About IMS Global Learning Consortium
IMS Global is a non-profit organization that advances technology to scale and improve educational participation and attainment affordably. IMS Global members are leading suppliers, higher education institutions, K-12 districts and schools, and government organizations that are enabling better teaching and learning by collaborating on interoperability and adoption initiatives. IMS Global sponsors the Learning Impact Leadership Institute, an annual program focused on recognizing the impact of innovative technology on educational access, affordability, and quality while developing the leadership and ideas to help shape the future of educational technology.



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CHICAGO (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

DiabetesSisters is pleased to announce its 2020 National Strategic Partners - Amarin, AstraZeneca, Dexcom, Insulet, Janssen, Lilly, and Sanofi. Established in 2018 to collaborate with industry partners, the National Strategic Partnership focuses on needs in the diabetes community and facilitates open conversations between patients and industry partners to create relevant and valuable programs and services.

National Strategic Partners collaborate with DiabetesSisters' Board of Directors and staff to discuss mutual-interest initiatives; offer ways to better inform the diabetes community of products, services, and assistance programs; and provide patient voices to industry to aid in the understanding of patient needs.

"We are grateful to the support of these partners, who share a common interest in the improved management diabetes," said Anna Norton, MS, CEO of DiabetesSisters. "Their commitment to the physical and mental well-being of people with diabetes is evident in this partnership."

About DiabetesSisters:
A 501(c)3 nonprofit, DiabetesSisters is the only organization nationwide focusing exclusively on women living with diabetes. Our mission is to improve the health and quality of life of women living with and at risk of developing diabetes and to advocate on their behalf. DiabetesSisters has a nearly 50,000-member peer network that unites women with diabetes for the purpose of support, education, and advocacy. Signature programs include monthly peer support meetings (PODS Meetups); the Minority Initiative Program; Annual Leadership Institute for volunteer leaders; online expert articles, blog posts, forums; and conference. For more information, visit http://www.diabetessisters.org.




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RICHMOND, KY. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

U.S. News & World Report has once again ranked Eastern Kentucky University's online degree programs among the best in the nation. EKU is 39th on the list of Best Online Programs for Veterans. The school also made the top 50 list of Best Online Programs in Nursing for the fifth consecutive year, performing better than any other Kentucky school. EKU's online bachelor's programs and graduate degrees in education moved up in the rankings, landing in the top 100.

"We are incredibly proud of our online programs that excel in these high-profile rankings year after year," said Tim Matthews, executive director of the Office of eCampus Learning. "We have grown dramatically since our first online class was taught in 2006, but the quality of our courses and the commitment of our faculty continues to set the standard."

EKU is repeatedly recognized as a leader among military friendly schools, and online programs are no exception. The university participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, which provides funding for tuition expenses that are not covered by the Post-9/11 GI Bill. Active duty service members qualify for reduced tuition. Students and families also benefit from flexible admission and withdrawal policies while on deployment.

Online degrees were assessed using four weighted categories: engagement; services and technology; faculty credentials and training; and expert opinion. Graduate programs were also scored on student excellence, a category that included undergraduate GPAs and acceptance rate.

Student engagement, which refers to interaction between online students and their instructors, plays a key role in student success. Class size, graduation rate, retention rate and time to degree completion were also measured in this category.

In the services and technologies category, the best performing schools reported lower levels of student debt, as well as higher instances of advanced learning technologies and support services such as academic advising, tutoring and career placement assistance.

Faculty and administrators are an important part of the ranking algorithm. Schools rose in the rankings based on the number of faculty with terminal degrees in their disciplines and resources dedicated to preparing instructors to teach in the online environment. U.S. News and World Report also solicited deans and top officials to provide their expert opinions of institutions offering similar programs by completing a peer assessment survey.

Consistently recognized as having some of the nation's best online degree programs, EKU strives to make quality education accessible to everyone. EKU is an accredited, brick-and-mortar institution that has prepared students for success for more than a century. Today, more than 40 undergraduate and graduate degree options are available in a variety of fields. To learn more about EKU Online programs, go to go.eku.edu/usnews20.



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ATLANTA (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

BuckWholesale.com is excited to announce the winners of the inaugural BuckWholesale Hat Design Scholarship! In order to qualify, applicants had to create their own unique hat design and explain in an essay what the design meant to them, as well as how they would market and promote their hat to the market. Each applicant was judged on several criteria, including current GPA, clarity of their essay, originality of the design, and creativity in both the design and marketing strategies.

Congratulations to the winners!

1st Place: Brooke Young

Runner Ups: Nina Machnowski, Lauren Bateman, Jason Dragna

The winner's essay and design can be found here.

The winner will receive $2000 to help with their college experience, while the runners up will receive $200 in store credit at buckwholesale.com. To all applicants, thank you for participating!

As a reminder, a new year means a new BuckWholesale scholarship opportunity! We are happy to offer another hat design scholarship for college students of all majors. Details for the 2020 BuckWholesale hat design scholarship will be released soon on the buckwholesale.com website; stay tuned for updates!

About BuckWholesale:

BuckWholesale.com is a premiere online wholesale supplier of caps and hats, having served the online wholesale community since 2003. We currently offer over 3000 types of high-quality hats and caps at low prices, backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee and a 365-day return policy: the first in the wholesale industry. To learn more about BuckWholesale, please visit http://www.buckwholesale.com.



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LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

Melanin Seeker, the one-stop source for children, teenagers and adults to educate themselves on all things Black, has unveiled educational flash cards as a supplemental tool to their daily social media and website "Black Facts" questions. The flash cards are aimed at providing knowledge about the global presence and contributions of Black people throughout history. Melanin Seeker is a comprehensive online environment that promotes competitiveness in learning and interesting information about the African Diaspora. Its primary function is to bridge the knowledge gap of historical activities, inventions and achievements of Black genius.

"We want to give children and adults of all backgrounds and intriguing opportunity to learn and appreciate the impact and accomplishments of Black people," said one Melanin Seeker team member. "These new and easy to use flash cards provide an excellent tool to help facilitate the learning process."

Oftentimes in classrooms, education about the global legacy of Black achievements are left out or grossly summarized. By learning Black History, it will create an appreciation for the culture from all races. The cards a fun way to learn information that is generally not taught in a school setting.

Each set of Melanin Seeker flash cards are comprised of 30 cards. Not only does each card have a question and answer but it also provides an opportunity to spark interest in seeking more information about the question asked. The first volume of flash cards are available on Amazon. Question topics fall in to a wide range: geography, arts, historical events and so much more!

It is widely known that flash cards are the most effective way for people to study and retain factual knowledge. Take them anywhere and use them by yourself or with a group! They are also a great tool to help parents supplement and encourage research about Black facts with their children. Additional Melanin Seeker content can be assessed through its Facebook and Instagram social media platforms.

About:
Melanin Seeker is a daily educational resource tool. The company provides content to markets worldwide that accelerate engagement and transform the learning experience. Melanin Seeker is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.



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MIAMI (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

Endeavor Schools, a leading education management company, has expanded its presence in Southern California with the acquisition of Laguna Niguel Montessori Center, a staple of the local community for 25 years.

With Laguna Niguel, Endeavor adds its third school in California and continues to expand its presence on the West Coast. The acquisition continues Endeavor's commitment to serving families via high-quality educational offerings.

"Our goal is to partner with educators that are dedicated to providing children with high-quality education programs and Laguna Niguel Montessori Center embodies that in every way," said Endeavor Schools Founder and CEO Ricardo Campo. "We're honored to have them join our family and to be a part of the wonderful Laguna Niguel community."

Debbie McLane, the School Leader of Laguna Niguel since she founded the school in 1995, said she is looking forward to working with Endeavor to continue to provide the kind of unique and effective education that had made Laguna Niguel successful for so many years.

"After operating our Montessori school since 1995, it became clear that partnering with a larger entity could help us get to the next level and Endeavor Schools fits that bill," McLane said. "Endeavor's philosophy aligns perfectly with the mission we've always held close to our hearts, which is helping children joyously reach their maximum potential. Endeavor Schools has put into place a very impressive support system to benefit not only the students, but the educators as well. I'm looking forward to many years growing and developing our school."

Serving children between the ages of 2 and lower elementary, Laguna Niguel has a team of experienced and certified Montessori teachers who expertly guide children on an educational journey that develops their coordination, concentration and independence. Inspired by the teachings of Dr. Maria Montessori, Laguna Niguel's curriculum is focused on teaching children how to foster independent learning and to think critically about what they learn.

In addition to its stellar education program, Laguna Niguel offers a beautiful campus with large, colorful classrooms designed for multiage groups and classic Montessori materials to enhance student-focused learning to encourage students to become active seekers of knowledge.

Endeavor Schools operates two more Montessori schools in California: Kinderhouse Montessori School in San Diego and Montessori American School in Chula Vista. With the addition of Laguna Niguel, the Miami-based company now oversees 50 schools across 11 states.

About Endeavor Schools

Endeavor Schools is a leading education management company with a family of unique, well-established private schools that serve as pillars to their respective communities in a growing number of markets across the US. Each of the company's schools subscribe to proven, research-based curricula that is delivered by seasoned educators and are encouraged to embrace their own uniqueness and tradition. Endeavor Schools supports academic excellence by providing robust tools and resources to help each school thrive.

Founded in 2012, Endeavor Schools is headquartered in Miami, Florida. For more information, visit http://www.endeavorschools.com and follow the company on LinkedIn.



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OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

Through the partnership, TEL will provide its catalog of innovative, online general education course materials and work with Oklahoma Wesleyan University administration and faculty to customize TEL content to align with the university's specific academic and program goals.

Oklahoma Wesleyan Provost, Dr, Mark Weeter, explains that "This partnership will enable Oklahoma Wesleyan to reach into private schools all across Oklahoma and the adjoining states. This will not only allow high school students to receive college credit from our institution at a discounted price but will be a front door for students who wish to attend OKWU."

According to TEL Executive Director, Dr. Rob Reynolds, Oklahoma Wesleyan is exemplary in its efforts to push college coursework into the high school market. "I've been incredibly impressed with OKWU's vision and leadership. They are a small liberal arts university with a clear vision, and they are finding new and innovative ways to expand their reach. They are willing to embrace new delivery modalities, business models, and markets."

Reynolds says that the partnership will help OKWU provide an online learning experience that is consistent with the university's commitment to helping students acquire the knowledge, skills, and understanding they need to thrive in the 21st century. "TEL course materials are designed to promote demonstrable evidence of student learning, both in the form of traditional assessments and our rubric-based Mastery Assignments. Equally important, our Mastery Assignments are aligned to specific 21st-century skills and competencies. This means that in addition to the information they are learning, students are developing the important Essential, Thinking, and Professional skills needed for success in today's world."

Dr. Dalene Fisher, Dean of OKWU's School of Arts and Sciences, sees a real benefit in working with TEL's learning designers and technical staff to develop the university's program. "TEL's course developers are experienced professionals who have created outstanding content that will benefit OKWU students," she says. Fisher believes the combined talent and resources made possible by the partnership will result in a rich and rewarding learning experience for the program's students.

ABOUT TEL LIBRARY
TEL Library is a non-profit organization committed to facilitating equitable access to high-quality, affordable learning in the U.S. TEL offers its library of general education courses to high schools, colleges and universities, and homeschool parents and organizations. As part of its mission to support affordable life-learning, TEL also maintains a free reference library and offers low-cost certificate courses. For more information, please visit http://www.tellibrary.org.

ABOUT OKLAHOMA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
Oklahoma Wesleyan University is a recognized educational leader in the state of Oklahoma and beyond. OKWU has received national recognition from U.S. News and World Report, Forbes.com, and CBSNews MoneyWatch both for its excellent academic reputation as well as its missional integrity. The university is a four-year, Christian university of the liberal arts and sciences that is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). OKWU also receives professional accreditation from the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), and the International Assembly of Collegiate Business Education (IACBE). OKWU boasts national championship athletic programs in men's and women's basketball as well as baseball. Perhaps most important, OKWU is known for its bold and clear mission which emphasizes both the Grace and Truth of a relationship with Jesus Christ.



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LAS VEGAS (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

HopSkipDrive, the safe and innovative transportation solution for school districts, government agencies, and families announced today that it is launching service in the Las Vegas area. HopSkipDrive now operates in 13 major markets across eight states and partners with over 180 schools and districts.

HopSkipDrive will partner with the Clark County Department of Child and Family Services to enable transportation for youth in foster care. It will also serve Las Vegas families, helping get children to school and extracurricular activities.

Co-founder and CEO of HopSkipDrive Joanna McFarland says, "We're excited to provide a safe, dependable youth transportation solution for the Las Vegas area. Mobility is more than getting kids where they need to go; it means access to opportunity. This expansion allows us to help more kids reach their full potential."

Prioritizing Safety with Unmatched Industry Standards

HopSkipDrive's unique transportation solution combines sophisticated technology with deep operational expertise to ensure ride safety. Its meticulous approach begins with highly vetted caregivers behind the wheel ("CareDrivers") and extends to every aspect of the company's operations.

Every CareDriver has at least five years of caregiving experience and must pass a rigorous 15-point certification process, including fingerprinting, background checks, driving record checks, and an in-person meeting and orientation. CareDrivers on the HopSkipDrive platform must use a four-door vehicle newer than 10 years old; vehicles must pass an inspection by a certified mechanic, repeated annually.

Ride organizers can book and track rides from start to finish through the HopSkipDrive mobile app, also receiving live text notifications for each stage of the ride. In addition, HopSkipDrive's Safe Ride Support team monitors every ride in real time, addressing any issues as they occur and maintaining direct communication with ride organizers and drivers.

Clark County Looking Forward to Safe Youth Transportation

Timothy Burch, Administrator at the Clark County Department of Child and Family Services says, "We look forward to partnering with HopSkipDrive to provide our children in foster care with safe, timely transportation. HopSkipDrive will provide a greater sense of normalcy, while reducing the length of time they are required to be in transit to their schools of origin, appointments, and other events."

Diana Hollander, former Director of Transportation for the Nevada Department of Education and HopSkipDrive Safety Advisory Board member, adds, "HopSkipDrive's focus on student transportation provides a much needed service for Clark County residents. The partnerships HopSkipDrive cultivates are invaluable to the most vulnerable students."

Learn more about HopSkipDrive by visiting http://www.hopskipdrive.com. Schools, districts, and counties can email HopSkipDrive regarding partnerships at partnerships@hopskipdrive.com.

About HopSkipDrive
Designed by protective moms and driven by caregivers, HopSkipDrive is the innovator in providing safe, dependable youth transportation for schools, districts, government agencies, and families. HopSkipDrive's advanced technology platform and industry-leading operational expertise provide flexibility and visibility, while helping kids reach their full potential.

Since 2014, HopSkipDrive has expanded to eight states and 13 major markets. A venture capital-backed company, HopSkipDrive shares investors with well-known brands like Airbnb, Pinterest, Bird and Ring.

Media Contact:
Aylin Cook, HopSkipDrive
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CHARLESTON, S.C. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

The Association of Energy Services Professionals (AESP) membership voted for AM Conservation Group's Danielle Marquis to return as a board member for a third and final term in their recent election.

To date, Marquis has served two three-year terms on the AESP Board of Directors, where she has been appointed Vice Chair of Education each year since 2014.

During her tenure on the Board, Marquis has actively participated in the Membership and Personnel and committees, while leading the Education committee. Over the last six years, she has led the development of a mentoring program, while guiding strategy for the development of online education and certificate programs and helping to find and hire two CEOs. Marquis has also continued to serve as an active member of the Marketing Topic Committee, participated in Mid-Atlantic Chapter events, written Strategies articles, developed Brown Bag webinars and presented regularly at AESP conferences.

"I'm honored to have been re-elected to this prestigious board and appreciate the membership continuing to trust me to serve them," said Marquis. "AESP has been critical to my career development and has introduced me to not just mentors and industry contacts, but friends. In my third and final term, I look forward to the opportunity to continue giving back to this amazing organization that has given me so much. AESP serves a unique role in building a vibrant community of energy services professionals, while providing education on what's next in our industry. It has a bright future and I'm grateful for the opportunity to play a part in guiding that."

As Vice President of Marketing Strategy for AM Conservation Group, Marquis leads the company's marketing and creative teams and is a member of the executive team.

ABOUT ASSOCIATION OF ENERGY SERVICES PROFESSIONALS (AESP)

The Association of Energy Services Professionals provides professional development programs, a network of energy practitioners, and promotes the transfer of knowledge and experience. Our members work in the energy services industry and represent electric and natural gas utilities, public benefits associations, regulatory and non-profit entities, vendors, manufacturers and consulting firms. Founded in 1989, AESP is a member-based association dedicated to improving the delivery and implementation of energy efficiency, energy management and distributed renewable resources. AESP provides professional development programs, a network of energy practitioners, and promotes the transfer of knowledge and experience. For more information: http://www.aesp.org

ABOUT AM CONSERVATION GROUP
Since 1989, AM Conservation Group has been the utility industry's leading provider of energy and water saving products, kits and online stores. We manufacture and distribute nearly 400 energy efficiency and water conservation products, which are custom engineered for the unique needs of the industry and carry ENERGY STAR and WaterSense certifications. AM Conservation Group's product lines include the Niagara Conservation and Simply Conserve product lines.



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PALO ALTO, CALIF. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

Special Learning, Inc. is the leading global provider of Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) solutions with the mission to bring quality ABA intervention to the world. The organization utilizes unique methodologies that include rigorous training, virtual services, and an educational suite comprised of curriculum and teaching materials to enable unfettered global access to quality ABA programming. The company is passionate about changing the lives of people with Autism and other special needs and it is officially expanding its global reach to the Russian-speaking market to provide access to world-class ABA training, curriculum and educational materials and access to ABA experts. You may view and access their growing list of products and services at http://www.slglobalsolutions.com.

The organization offers:
o    World-Class Training Programs and Packages translated into local area languages
o    Cost-effective products and services to support every parent, educator and professional
o    Access to evidence-based training materials only available in the United States

o    A Clinically Acclaimed ABA Course in the Russian language

     Includes 9 lessons of video-based training with nearly 20 hours of direct training on Autism, ABA and application to start changing lives of persons with disabilities from day 1.

     All lessons delivered by a world-class Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who brings her experience and expertise with an engaging approach to learning in the Russian language.

     The program is sequenced to build-upon skills for fluid learning and bringing what you learn to real-life.

     Includes a certificate of completion- the first of its kind to the Russian and Kazakhstan regions of the world

o    Tools and Materials to Create the Best Individualized Plan in Russian and Kazakh languages

     Social Narrative Stories to teach skills from language development to how to "behave" in certain situations (e.g. raising your hand in the classroom)

There are approximately 70 million people with autism in the world, and yet there is a worldwide scarcity of trained professionals to implement evidence-based intervention programs. Less than 10% of the world's population with autism has access to a life-changing intervention known as Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA).

ABA is an evidenced-based intervention that with early and intensive application of quality ABA programming has demonstrated 47% success rate helping children with autism to mainstream. Furthermore, with proper application, ABA has been proven to help over 90% of people on the autism spectrum achieve a greater level of independence. However, the world is experiencing an acute shortage of certified ABA experts, Board Certified Behavioral Analysts (BCBAs), to support the world's autism population. As of November 2019, there are less than 40,000 BCBAs in the world, most of whom practice in the United States. As a result of the extreme scarcity of certified or credentialed ABA experts to treat and supervise intervention programs, quality ABA therapy is currently only accessible in a handful of countries.

Special Learning, Inc.'s evidence-based autism intervention programs will help address this global scarcity issue; making its programs and services available across all of the Russian speaking world.

"We are excited to expand our global reach so that we may help meet the educational and training needs of the autism clinical communities across the Russian speaking community. Our comprehensive programs have been customized and translated to give parents, educators and clinicians access to hundreds of best-in-class tools and training programs. We have spent the last 10 years developing, designing, testing, refining and now implementing the best and most cost-effective means to provide digital access to ABA. We believe helping to improve the quality of care through educational opportunities will mean that we've helped to improve the lives of millions of people with autism around the world." said Karen Chung, CEO at Special Learning, Inc.

For more information about Special Learning Global Solutions products, visit Special Learning Global Solution's website (http://www.slglobalsolutions.com)



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EAST SETAUKET, N.Y. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

The Aquatic Center upgrade (new cistern and support building) to the Cate School in Carpinteria (CA) was completed in January 2020. Penetron provided the key waterproofing technology to ensure durable concrete structures.

Founded in 1910, the Cate School is a four-year, coed high school in Carpinteria, Southern California. Highly selective, the school offers 280 boarding/day students a rigorous college preparatory academic curriculum. 60% of the school's most recent graduating class attend the 25 top-ranked colleges and universities in the country (18% at Ivy League schools and/or Stanford). Business Insider ranked Cate School as the 16th best private school in the nation.

Seeking More Environmental Compatibility
In 2010, the Cate School's Emmett Horowitz Aquatic Center – including a 25 m pool and a warm-up pool – was inaugurated. Recent upgrades to the LEED-certified Center included a support building housing a microturbine and water treatment cistern. The 60kW microturbine provides heat and power to the pool, saving the school over $46,000 annually in energy costs. The concrete cistern is used to clean the backwash from both swimming pools every day.

"Swimming pools use a strong chlorine solution to sanitize the water. However, if the water is released into the environment, even very low levels of chlorine can kill fish and other aquatic organisms in lakes and streams, and also upset the balance of beneficial bacteria in a septic system or wastewater treatment plant. This means the wastewater must be neutralized before it can be discharged," explains Christopher Chen, Director of The Penetron Group. "The operators at the Cate School use a vitamin C dechlorination process that is completely non-toxic. In addition, once placed in water, vitamin C degrades completely in a day or two."

Looking for Chemical Protection and Waterproofing
During the design phase of the project, the engineer at Hartigal/Foley, the project contractor, contacted Penetron for a possible concrete waterproofing and protection solution for the support building and cistern project. PENETRON ADMIX treated concrete was suggested as the ideal solution to provide the concrete with the required chemical protection and waterproofing needed – without the use of traditional membrane or coating systems.

PENETRON ADMIX SB (Soluble Bags) was used. The convenience and ease of use of the unique, pre-measured soluble bags for PENETRON ADMIX help ensure the correct dosage for any mix design. CEMEX in Santa Barbara easily and quickly added the admixture; the soluble bags dissolve quickly and completely during mixing.

"The contractor also saved time and money with PENETRON ADMIX by avoiding the labor-intensive application of any type of coating on the cistern that was initially considered," adds Christopher Chen.

Extending Concrete Lifetime
PENETRON ADMIX is a hydrophilic concrete admixture that reacts with moisture and concrete minerals to form crystals in the micro-cracks and voids of the concrete. Because new crystals form whenever new moisture enters, the concrete acquires a permanent self-healing capability that seals any newly-formed micro-cracks.

"Recent tests have shown that PENETRON ADMIX can add up to 60+ years to the lifespan of concrete, thanks to low permeability, low shrinkage, self-healing capabilities and the resistance to chemical attack in exposed environments, such as the Cate School application, before the onset of corrosion," concludes Christopher Chen.

The Penetron Group is a leading manufacturer of specialty construction products for concrete waterproofing, concrete repairs and floor preparation systems. The Group operates through a global network, offering support to the design and construction community through its regional offices, representatives and distribution channels.

For more information on Penetron waterproofing solutions, please visit penetron(dot)com or Facebook(dot)com/ThePenetronGroup, email CRDept(at)penetron(dot)com or contact the Corporate Relations Department at 631-941-9700.



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SALIDA, COLO. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

On Saturday, February 1, from 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., award-winning author Laurel McHargue of Chaffee County Writers Exchange will present a writing workshop on creating a publishable novel.

"My goals are to eliminate the fear of tackling such an important project and to empower storytellers at every stage of their writing development," said McHargue.

McHargue will guide participants through every aspect of creating a publishable novel/novella—from the initial generation of a fertile idea to the nitty-gritty details of populating the metadata. "I've produced and published many times, and will help simplify the process for participants," she said.

After this full-day workshop, participants will know how to:

Generate novel ideas

Understand novel length and genre specification

Organize chapters

Develop story arcs

Develop characters

Research methods for characters and plot

Select Metadata and acquire ISBNs and PCNs

"It will be an action-packed day with time to mingle over a potluck lunch," said McHargue. Participants are reminded to being something to share with all.

"Bring your laptop, paper and pen, and any work in progress," she said, "and if you're not quite there yet, bring an open mind! I'll fill it!"

EVENT REGISTRATION: $60 for Non-Members; $40 for CCWE Members. Visit http://www.ccwritersexchange.org/workshops for registration forms and membership information. Please mail your check soon, as seating is limited, to: Chaffee County Writers Exchange, P.O. Box 245, Buena Vista, CO 81211.

Award-winning author Laurel McHargue, a 1983 graduate of The United States Military Academy at West Point, was raised in Massachusetts, and somehow found her way to the breathtaking elevation of Colorado's Rocky Mountains, where she created Waterwight—her fantasy adventure trilogy—and several other publications. Laurel writes in many genres and hosts the podcast Alligator Preserves in which she tells stories and discusses the human condition. She also has been known to act.



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KALAMAZOO, MICH. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

The Kalamazoo Valley Law Enforcement Training Center at Kalamazoo Valley Community College is offering a four-week-long Corrections Officer Academy that runs from February 17 to March 13 to help fill the growing number of open corrections positions in state prisons. Classes are held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Groves Campus.

The Corrections Officer Academy is a Michigan Sheriffs Coordinating and Training Council-approved, 160-hour certification program for correctional personnel supervising inmates in county jails. The average starting salary is $35,849 while highly experiences workers can earn as much as $53,306.

This four-week program focuses on obtaining the skills necessary to maintain the safety and security of a correctional facility. The tuition is $1,200 and the program is eligible for funding through the Kalamazoo Promise, Veterans Administration Education Benefits and the Michigan No Worker Left Behind program.

The academy curriculum consists of the following training modules:
Booking and Intake
Correctional Law
Cultural Diversity
Custody and Security
Defensive Tactics
Ethics in Corrections
Fire Safety
Interpersonal Communications
Prisoner Behavior
Report Writing
Workplace Harassment
Stress Management
Suicide Awareness
First Aid / CPR / AED

Open enrollment will take place at the Groves Campus Monday, February 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Due to limited space for the academy, candidate evaluations will be conducted to determine admittance into the program. Admission to the program will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis to those who meet the minimum eligibility requirements. To be eligible for academy consideration, participants must: be at least 18 years of age; possess a high school diploma or equivalent; apply to become a Kalamazoo Valley student; have no prior felony convictions (including expunged convictions); and successfully meet minimum scores on
Kalamazoo Valley placement tests. Minimum Next Generation Accuplacer placement scores include a 236 in Reading and a 247 in Writing.

Individuals interested in coming to open enrollment should bring their driver's license and placement scores. To reserve a seat in the academy, a nonrefundable deposit of $250 is required at the time of registration. The application deadline is February 12.

For more information, visit http://www.kvcc.edu/corrections or contact Victor Ledbetter at 269.353.1261 or vledbetter@kvcc.edu or Kenyatta Herrion at 269.353.1280 or kherrion@kvcc.edu.



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KALAMAZOO, MICH. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

CIS Training Prepares Graduates for Lucrative, Exciting Careers
Computer Information Systems (CIS) is a growing Information Technology (IT) discipline with many entry-level jobs for graduates. The field also has an excellent long-term outlook. For example, the demand for Computer and Information Systems Managers is likely to grow 12 percent between 2016-2026, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook. That's a faster growth rate than the average for all occupations. So, a CIS degree from Kalamazoo Valley Community College can offer a high-earning, satisfying long-term career.

Kalamazoo Valley has been preparing students for careers in CIS for decades and more exciting courses will soon be offered. Beginning in 2020, Kalamazoo Valley will offer a new Python Programming course and Programming logic course that will meet on Saturdays. In the fall 2020 a new Web Application programming course and Certified Ethical Hacker course will be added.
Kalamazoo Valley's CIS graduates are employed in excellent paying careers at Bronson Healthcare, KalamazooRESA, Van Buren County IT Services, and at other area businesses. CIS instructor Christine Gearig explained that computer technology is a vast field with many disciplines and sub-disciplines. "Students often struggle to understand what a Computer Information Systems degree means for them," Gearig said. "It's easy to confuse Computer Science and Computer Information Systems degrees."

Gearig explained that a Computer Science (CS) degree is intended for students who want to pursue hard core computer programming. Students learn to build software. "The emphasis is on math and problem-solving for software creation," Gearig said. "However, in real-world environments, most companies don't develop their software. They purchase ready-made applications from vendors and then customize them for their business requirements. The business of choosing the right software and customization requires less computer programming skills and more understanding of business needs. Computer Information Systems curriculums are designed to teach students how to use the right technology effectively for businesses."
Computer Information Systems majors learn about topics like system analysis, information architecture, information organization and management, and business consulting. CIS professionals help businesses choose the right technology.

Kalamazoo Valley Community College graduate Jennifer Lim needed a career change. After more than eight years of raising her children and earning a degree in Spanish and international business, Lim wanted to do something different. Lim said she loved solving puzzles, and putting broken things back together. So, she decided a career in computers and information sciences might be a great fit. After a year of training, testing and course work at Kalamazoo Valley, Lim said, she was quickly hired as a technology site coordinator, helping multiple schools throughout southwest Michigan keep their technology and computer systems up and running.

"I couldn't do my job without that training," Lim said. "The program really sets up for a global certification. So anyone can get that certification, and then you can use it anywhere in the world. It's the same one the U.S. government uses for all of their training. So, I like to tell all the students that I've spoken with, if you get the certification - as long as you get a visa - you can work anywhere in the world the government will let you."

For More Information
Linda Depta, Director of Marketing and
Director of the KVCC Foundation and Director of Development
ldepta@kvcc.edu or 269.488.4821



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OKLAHOMA CITY (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

Leading the industry, Express Employment Professionals was once again named the No. 1 Staffing Franchise for the ninth consecutive year in Entrepreneur Magazine's annual Franchise 500 list released Tuesday. The company also landed in the top 100 franchise brands out of more than 1,100 competitors.

"Entrepreneur's 500 list is one of the most distinguished rankings, and Express is proud to have held the top spot in staffing/recruiting for nearly a decade," Express CEO Bill Stoller said. "This recognition is a testament to the hard work of our franchisees and their commitment to offering hope through employment. As we enter a new year, we look forward to fulfilling more entrepreneurs' dreams of business ownership backed by a proven system."

Entrepreneur editor-in-chief Jason Feifer praised the companies on the list for understanding what consumers want now.

"Making our list means (these companies are) forward-thinking, nimble and closely in touch with their customers' needs—because in an ever-changing business environment, that's what a franchise must do to thrive," he said.

To determine Franchise 500 rankings, companies were evaluated on financial strength and stability, growth rate and the number of years a company has been in business. Express celebrates its 37th anniversary in 2020.

With more than 825 franchises internationally, Entrepreneur and Forbes further recognized Express on their Top 100 Franchises for Less than $150,000 list and One of America's Best Franchises to Buy in 2019, respectively. Staffing Industry Analysts added to the accolades by naming Express the sixth-largest staffing firm in the U.S. and 11th largest global staffing firm.

"Express continues to make strides to put a million people to work annually, and it is truly an honor to be recognized as one of the top franchise companies along the way," Stoller said. "We hope to add many more owners to our family and network of success in the coming year."

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If you would like to arrange for an interview with Bill Stoller to discuss this topic, please contact Sheena Karami, Director of Corporate Communications and PR, at (405) 717-5966.

About Bill Stoller
William H. "Bill" Stoller is chairman and chief executive officer of Express Employment Professionals. Headquartered in Oklahoma City, the international staffing company has more than 800 franchises in the U.S., Canada and South Africa. Since its inception, Express has put more than 7.7 million people to work worldwide.

About Express Employment Professionals
Express Employment Professionals puts people to work. It generated $3.56 billion in sales and employed a record 566,000 people in 2018. Its long-term goal is to put a million people to work annually. For more information, visit ExpressPros.com.



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ROSEMONT, ILL. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

The Roofing Alliance, the foundation of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), proudly announces the five finalist teams in the 2020 Construction Management Student Competition. Celebrating its sixth year, the competition had eight schools participate. Based on their written proposals, five finalist teams were selected and will compete on February 5th at the 2020 International Roofing Expo (IRE) in Dallas, Texas.

The five finalist schools who will be presenting in Dallas are:

Auburn University, The McWhorter School of Building Science, Auburn, Alabama with Rachel Nemecek (team captain), Samuel Short, Oliver Reinwald, Davis Hambrick and Walker Lott (alternate). Faculty advisor is Lauren Redden. Team Mentor is Kyle Thomas, Thomas Roofing Co. Inc., Mobile, Ala.

Clemson University (NEW), Clemson, S.C. with Brad Smith (team captain), David Compton, Patrick McLeod (alternate), Hallie Bowers and Hendrix Smith. Faculty advisor is Dr. Dhaval Gajjar. Team mentor is Nicholas Hotze, Guy Roofing Inc., Spartanburg, S.C.

Colorado State University, Department of Construction Management, Fort Collins, Colo. with Brendan Phelan (team captain), Paul Cheever, Christopher Vargas and Jake Peckham. Faculty advisor is Nick Rubino. Team mentor is Kent Nelson, Front Range Roofing Systems LLC, Greeley, Colo.

Texas A&M University (NEW), College Station, Texas with Tyler Stivers (team captain), Austin Davis (alternate), Erbey Hernandez, Collin Rosser and Kyler Hardison. Faculty advisor is Lance Simms. Team Mentor is Mark Standifer, King of Texas Roofing Company, LP, Grand Prairie, Texas.

University of Florida, M.E. Rinker, SR. School of Building Construction, Gainesville, Fla. with Tony Centro (team captain), Ricardo Madero, Eric Biggs, Palmer Collins and Collin Galinas (alternate). Faculty advisor is Jim Sullivan. Team Mentor is Rob Springer of Springer-Peterson Roofing + Sheet Metal Inc., Eaton Park, Fla.

The Roofing Alliance construction management student competition is designed to test the students on their roofing knowledge, project management capabilities and presentation skills. This year, the teams are tasked with submitting a qualified bid package for a new roof system on the Ford Center, the indoor practice facility of the Dallas Cowboys. The Ford Center is part of the Dallas Cowboys World Headquarters in Frisco, Texas and was originally roofed by KPost Roofing and Waterproofing of Dallas, TX. The teams researched the project, reviewed the plans and specifications, and assembled a full estimate and qualified bid package proposal that was submitted to a board of Roofing Alliance judges.

The five finalist teams will travel to the International Roofing Expo in Dallas, where they will present their proposals as if they were presenting to the general contractor for the project on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 starting at 7:45 a.m. The winning teams will be announced later Wednesday evening at the NRCA Industry Awards Ceremony.

Please join the Roofing Alliance at these exciting events and support the youth of our industry.

Roofing Alliance Construction Management Student Competition, Wednesday, February 5, 2020 | 7:45 am - 11:15 am – Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Dallas, TX

NRCA Industry Awards Ceremony and Cocktail Reception, Wednesday, February 5, 2020 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm – Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Dallas, TX

To learn more about the Roofing Alliance Construction Management Student Competition , visit http://www.roofingalliance.net or contact Bennett Judson, the Roofing Alliance's executive director, at bjudson@roofingalliance.net.

About the Roofing Alliance
The Roofing Alliance is committed to shaping the industry's future by funding education, research, scholarships and philanthropic initiatives, all for the purpose of securing the industry's future excellence. Composed of 169 members representing extraordinary leaders from the contracting, manufacturing, distribution and service provider communities, the Roofing Alliance has committed $13 million to enhance the performance and long-term viability of the industry and allocated more than $5 million to fund 48 research, education, technical and philanthropic programs and projects. Serving as the foundation of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), Roofing Alliance members are focused on giving back and supporting high-quality educational programs and ensuring timely and forward-thinking industry responses to major economic and technological issues. For more information about Roofing Alliance initiatives, visit http://www.roofingalliance.net.



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WAKEFIELD, MASS. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

Certica Solutions, provider of K-12 assessment and analytics solutions which promote student improvement and achievement, today announced that it has expanded its Professional Development team with the appointment of two accomplished education leaders.

Todd Wirt, Ed.D., and Meredith Park, Ph.D., have joined the team to deepen the company's Professional Development practice with courses to help educators make more effective use of assessment data and develop cultures of data literacy and accountability in their schools and districts. The company's Professional Development courses include sessions on using benchmark data to improve instruction; developing cultures of accountability; creating high-performing professional learning communities (PLCs); and building balanced formative assessments using item banks.

Both Dr. Wirt and Dr. Park are former educators who have used Certica's CASE Benchmark Assessments in their districts to evaluate students' mastery of learning standards, predict outcomes on state summative assessments, and use highly informative benchmark test data to drive effective instructional strategies and help students succeed.

Dr. Wirt joins Certica as vice president, Professional Development, having served more than 20 years as an educator in North Carolina. He is the former superintendent of Orange County Schools (NC) where he created a culture of data use resulting in improved student outcomes, and successfully implemented Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS). Wirt also served as the assistant superintendent of Academics at Wake County Schools (NC). He was formerly a principal, assistant principal and middle school teacher in North Carolina districts. In 2016 Wirt was named the North Carolina Outstanding Young Educator by the North Carolina Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.

Dr. Park is a professional development specialist with Certica with more than 20 years in instructional leadership, school improvement, data and accountability, educational research, and policy design. Prior to her appointment at Certica, Park served as assistant superintendent of Academic Education for Germantown Municipal School District (TN). At DeSoto County School District (MS), Park served as the director of Federal Programs and coordinator of formative assessments, and was an instructional coach. She has also been a teacher in several Mississippi districts.

Said Mark Rankovic, Certica's president and CEO, "we are honored to have Todd and Meredith on the Certica team. They are both respected veteran educators who have personally developed and executed strategies to help students succeed and we are delighted to be sharing their knowledge and practice with our school district clients. They have seen firsthand the connection between effective assessment and smarter classroom data use—and educators' ability to impact student outcomes. Todd's and Meredith's appointments complement an already exceptional professional development and client service team and we are delighted to welcome them."

About Certica Solutions
Certica is dedicated to advancing academic progress and equity in education through measurable improvements in student achievement. Certica's analytic, assessment and data management solutions provide a foundation for standards-based learning and assessment, as well as teacher data literacy. Certica serves more than 1,500 K-12 school districts and numerous charter school organizations and educational service agencies. Certica is based in Wakefield, Massachusetts, with offices in North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina and Texas. Follow Certica on Twitter @Certica_K12.



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MENLO PARK, CALIF. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

LexisNexis today announced that nine new technology start-ups have graduated from its 12-week Legaltech Accelerator Program, which helps promising companies quickly gain traction in the rapidly evolving legal tech industry.

The Fall 2019 participants in the LexisNexis Legaltech Accelerator Program included:

Civvus, an online marketplace and natural language platform for connecting consumers with trusted legal solutions

ClearstoneIP, a platform for conducting product clearance, freedom to operate and patent infringement-based analyses

Courtroom5, a complete legal toolbox for pro se litigants, including courses, workshops and a community of peers

Discovery Genie, a discovery tool that simplifies document production and indexing

DueCourse, a personalized, mobile-friendly professional development platform for lawyers

JDoe, an anonymous, encrypted platform for sexual misconduct reporting and client outreach

Lawgood, a practice resource for contract drafting with crowdsourced data and decision support

Tusk, an online platform to automate estate settlement for surviving loved ones after a death in the family

TermScout, tech-enabled, lawyer-driven solutions for contract review, including red flag reports, alerts and negotiating guides

The program was led by Jeff Pfeifer, LexisNexis Chief Product Officer for North America and Raleigh Technology Center Site Lead, Josh Becker, LexisNexis Head of Analytics and Chair of Lex Machina, and Owen Byrd, Lex Machina General Counsel and Chief Evangelist.

"It's an exciting time in the legal tech start-up world. This year's applicant pool was our largest ever, and we were able to select nine companies with real promise, more than any other year," said Owen Byrd. "Participants in the fourth round of our Legaltech Accelerator Program were deeply engaged in understanding the intricacies of growing a business and navigating the rapidly changing legal technology landscape. We look forward to seeing how this next generation of entrepreneurs apply their new knowledge and make their mark in the legal world."

As part of the program, participants completed a rigorous curriculum designed for early- to mid-stage legal start-ups, including business model development, fundraising, finance, marketing and sales, product development, hiring and team building, technology and more. In addition to receiving hands-on mentorship and training from numerous LexisNexis executives, start-ups had access to the company's cutting-edge tools, data and technologies. Legaltech Accelerator participants also benefitted from the opportunity to establish relationships with other prominent businesses and legaltech influencers, including venture capitalists Miriam Rivera of Ulu Ventures, Jeff Thermond of XSeed Capital, and Alex Nwaka of Touchdown Ventures; executive communications expert Surina Piyadasa; and Craig Peters, litigation technology analyst at Hogan Lovells.

"The Legaltech Accelerator experience was fantastic, especially in terms of business development and clarifying our concept," said Sonja Ebron, co-founder of Courtroom5. "The program definitely lived up to its name—we're on a faster trajectory now coming out than when we entered. We sped up our operations and we've become a lot more efficient in the 10 weeks since we began the program. We also got to pick the brains of investors and make other valuable connections. We now believe we can complete our two-and-a-half-year growth plan in 12 months. I absolutely would recommend the Accelerator program to other start-ups."

Ryan Soscia, founder and CEO of JDoe, said "I have attended other incubators in the past, but the LexisNexis Legaltech Accelerator was completely different. The program was game-changing for our organization. The other entrepreneurs and investors who presented spoke from deep experience. Within the first two weeks we got more revenue than we had over the previous two years. If you are trying to build scalable, world-class technology for law firms around the world, especially to unlock access to justice for millions of individuals, why wouldn't you want to learn from some of the most successful pioneers in this space?"

"The Legaltech Accelerator program gave us exposure to a breadth and depth of contacts that we could never access on our own as a young legal tech company," said Otto Hanson, founder of TermScout. "From introductions to potential clients to deck review, the executives provided great insight and super-valuable connections. They were able to introduce us to the right people who can help us get revenue in the door."

About the LexisNexis Legaltech Accelerator Program
Launched in December 2016, the Legaltech Accelerator Program gives participating companies a leg up in the rapidly evolving legal tech industry by leveraging the deep legal, technology and start-up domain expertise and the industry-leading market positions of LexisNexis and Lex Machina. Participants receive hands-on mentoring and guidance throughout the program, which takes place at the Menlo Park, CA offices of Lex Machina and at the LexisNexis Raleigh Technology Center on the Centennial Campus of North Carolina State University. For more information, or to apply to the next round of the tech accelerator program, interested parties should email techaccelerator@lexisnexis.com.

About LexisNexis Legal & Professional
LexisNexis Legal & Professional is a leading global provider of legal, regulatory and business information and analytics that help customers increase productivity, improve decision-making and outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis and Nexis services. LexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 130 countries with 10,000 employees worldwide, is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers.



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CHEVY CHASE, MD. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

The Cybersecurity Skills Journal (CSJ): Practice and Research is calling for every and anyone to submit abstracts, meaning just ideas, thoughts or experiences, related to workforce capabilities especially as they relate to the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education Workforce Framework (NICE Framework).

The CSJ is an international, quarterly published and peer-reviewed journal that aims to advance knowledge and practice in all areas of the cybersecurity field through open and free dissemination of research on evidence-based practices and private access to digital tools and practice guides. Published articles are available globally to over 300 institutions and 35,000 potential readers.

Participants can submit abstracts of proposed manuscript ideas that examine the usefulness, benefits and challenges associated with the adoption, adaptation or extension of the NICE framework in cybersecurity which may improve professional practice or learning as well as advance the state of cybersecurity capability maturity.

No prior writing experience is required. Anyone with ideas, experiences or data about what works best to develop cybersecurity skills for the workforce has a chance to get published as long as they follow the following steps.

First, conceive an idea about the NICE Framework. Second, attend the National CyberWatch Center Virtual Brown Bag Lunch webcast on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 1 p.m. ET, to learn what is required to submit an abstract. Third, submit the abstract before Tuesday, Jan. 28. The CSJ will assign a panel of reviewers to assist authors in turning those ideas into published texts.

"The 2020 CSJ special issue will report analyses and reviews of the application and impact of the NICE Framework over the past decade. Our unique developmental approach, in which CSJ Fellows peer review and assist authors, will facilitate dissemination of ideas, experiences, and investigations that can inform cybersecurity practice and research," said Dr. David H. Tobey, National CyberWatch's Director of Research and Assessments. "We believe the CSJ special issue will become a valuable resource that is highly cited by future analyses of effective frameworks, techniques, and tools that raise the cybersecurity capability maturity of the workforce."

Abstracts can be submitted through July 31, but anyone who enters early will benefit from a series of virtual and physical paper development workshops. For more information, visit http://www.nationalcyberwatch.org/cybersecurity-skills-journal-practice-and-research/.



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CHICAGO (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

Britannica Digital Learning announced today that is has partnered with Guided Inquiry Design to offer a professional learning workshop to help educators teach and promote inquiry in the classroom and across the curriculum.

The new workshop is part of Britannica's professional-learning offerings and is included with other on-site training sessions the company facilitates at school districts on topics such as information literacy, processing complex informational texts and analyzing primary-source documents. In these workshops, Britannica's education-consultant team of experienced educators facilitates teacher learning opportunities with the latest instructional approaches to critical inquiry, information and nonfiction texts.

Guided Inquiry Design (GID) is embraced internationally. It is the only inquiry model based on information science research. Educators use the model to design and facilitate inquiry that exceeds the requirements found in national and state standards. Their pedagogical approach is consistent with Britannica's, making the partnership a natural one, according to Darcy Carlson, director, education consultants, with Britannica Digital Learning.

"Today's students have to be thoroughly competent with information and nonfiction sources in all their forms," said Carlson. "They learn through rigorous inquiry to think critically, to ask questions, and to synthesize information from different places. Britannica is dedicated to helping educators impart these skills, and our partnership with Guided Inquiry Design will strengthen our ability to do this."

Britannica will also offer GID's professional learning programs, led by Dr. Leslie Maniotes, author, co-creator of GID, former teacher and specialist in curriculum and instruction, as part of its premium, customized professional learning services.

Britannica offers extensive support for its products to subscribing institutions, including a range of professional learning services such as customized webinars, face-to-face workshops, instructional coaching and ongoing support. The company's education-consultant team of experienced educators ensures that every educator feels confident, prepared, and eager to collaborate with colleagues and motivate students.

More information is available at training@eb.com and https://britannicalearn.com/professional-development/.

About Britannica Digital Learning
Our mission is simple: to inspire curiosity and the joy of learning. Future dreamers, leaders, and builders depend on educators every day to help them learn to examine their world more deeply. We partner with educators, school districts, ministries and media companies all around the world. Trusted in over 83 countries, translated into over 15 languages and used by more than 150 million students, we provide educators and learners with effective, enriching, and innovative tools, resources, and ideas to meet evolving teaching and learning needs. Britannica Digital Learning is a division of the Britannica Group, which is headquartered in Chicago. Information about North American products and services is at https://britannicalearn.com/.



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PARKERSBURG, W.V. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

Co-hosts Scott and Suzy Phillips spotlight unique contributions of woodworkers in home woodshops in the 13 episodes of "The American Woodshop"'s 27th season that will begin airing on Sunday, January 19. Check your local PBS station for airtimes.

Woodcraft Supply and "Woodcraft Magazine" sponsor this public television series, along with Rikon, PS Wood Machines, Armor Tool and the Furniture Bank of Central Ohio.

"Woodcraft is pleased to partner with Scott and Suzy Phillips for another season of woodworking instruction and inspiration on 'The American Woodshop,'" Woodcraft President and CEO Jack Bigger said. "We value the quality content this series delivers in alignment with Woodcraft's mission to make expert instruction and advice available to woodworkers."

Scott and Suzy have invited five special guests to join in Season 27 episodes and share their respective talents and insights that Scott says "really amaze you" – Tom Monahan, expert finisher; Jaida Waggoner, young furnituremaker; Scott Grove, inlay expert; Barry Todd, award-winning woodturner; and Eric Gorges, metalworker, television show host, and author.

"All woodworkers have their own way – solutions that work for the best effect...secrets that they gladly share," Scott said. "Custom woodworking is a sleeping giant in the fine handcrafts world. Small shop carvings, turnings, cabinetry and scrolled art can make a home truly inspiring. These handworks are featured on Season 27 of 'The American Woodshop.'"

Season 27 will launch with an unusual project – Suzy's Barn Shop – a modern barn raising complete with custom scrolled sign. The show will cover making the barn doors with finishing expert Tom Monahan using milk paint to create a durable old barn look.

"Suzy decided to build the barn because she needed her own space," Scott said. "She has many carving and painting woodworking projects in her future, and she needed a place where that will happen. She is always able to use 'The American Woodshop,' but her new barn shop gives her possibilities way beyond shared space. Room to grow!!"

Eight projects from "Woodcraft Magazine" are featured in Season 27 episodes, including 2712 where Scott Grove demonstrates his American Flag inlay project from The June/July 2019 issue.

"This season is a blending of ideas presented by 'Woodcraft Magazine,'" Scott said. Episodes that reference magazine content are marked by an asterisk on the following list.

Other Projects

Shaker Inspired Tall Case Maple Clock: Scott combines special Birds-eye and Tiger Maple woods to recreate this tall masterpiece. (2702)

Triangular Seat with Tapered Legs: Learn woodturning and make a special stool at the same time – either traditional or contemporary style. (*2703)

Elegant Jewelry Chest/Make Your Gifts: Orange agate is the primary wood used to build this two-drawer dovetailed chest that makes a perfect gift. (*2704)

Sculpting Furniture/Maloof-Inspired Hard Line Grace: Watch the completion of a Maloof-inspired rocking chair and more finishing solutions from Tom Monahan. (2705)

Faceplate Turning for Everyone! A natural live edge bark lined bowl is crafted using a faceplate and four-jaw chuck. Special lathe chisels are showcased. (*2706)

Carving American Folk Art/Sharpening Tips: Suzy carves and paints a holiday masterpiece; Scott covers the bandsaw by roughing in shapes. (*2707)

Storage Ottoman with Dominoes: Learn the secret of doing grain-matched veneer work, and discover the Domino cutting tool that makes loose tenon joinery easy. (*2708)

Building a Better Bookcase: An adjustable shelving jig makes this a very versatile bookcase. Learn tips for becoming a better woodworker and about tool innovations like the track saw. (*2709)

Mid-Century Modern Nightstand with Jaida! This clean, simple, functional style is a key element in many homes today. Jaida Waggoner uses Maple and Mahogany to make it work. (2710)

Custom Kitchen Cutlery and Block Keep: Discover the perfect way to make all your own kitchen cutlery. Scott Grove of Easy Inlay turns an art pencil using UV cure resin. (*2711)

Woodworking Ways/The Four Shop Tour: Design innovator Barry Todd shares inspiring woodturning ideas, and Eric Gorges, host of A Craftsman's Legacy, offers creative shop design tips. Suzy's Live Edge Table shines in her new barn woodshop. (2713)

"The American Woodshop" is produced by WBGU TV, Bowling Green, Ohio, and is also available on CREATE TV. The popular woodworking how-to show continues to be carried by 92% of the top 25 markets and 96% of the top 100.

For more information about "The American Woodshop," visit wbgu.org and Facebook.

To learn more about Woodcraft, please contact the store nearest you, visit woodcraft.com or call (800) 535-4482. To learn about Woodcraft franchise opportunities, visit woodcraftfranchise.com or email woodcraftfranchise@woodcraft.com.



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RICHARDSON, TEXAS (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

RaaWee K12 Solutions, an enterprise software company focused on the needs of K12 Education, today announces RaaWee K12 Truancy & Dropout Prevention System (TDPS) will provide key tools to Hemet Unified School District (USD) as it identifies and meets needs of its high-risk student populations with persistent attendance and/or behavioral problems.

The Student Services - Child Welfare & Attendance (CWA) team at Hemet USD believes that their success for every student lies in real-time information and rapid action. Among the yearly goals for Hemet USD, is to achieve and maintain a 96% Attendance Rate district-wide. The District implemented TDPS as part of a full strategy that responds to last year's 1-2% drop in Absenteeism, but an increase in Chronic Absenteeism of 17%.

Dennis Massey, Coordinator of Child Welfare & Attendance points to the Truancy Intelligence (TI) monitoring and the Truancy Documentation Manager (TDM) productivity features of TDPS as essential to this strategy of local control of information and pro-action. He further emphasizes that with TDPS "each student and parent are provided the most timely intervention and information. With our now tightly coordinated efforts, court involvement may be avoided or, if still necessary, promptly filed with appropriate proof of outreach."

Using Truancy Intelligence within RaaWee K12 TDPS the District gets the critical data analytics and reporting for School Administrators that allows in-depth understanding of how intervention resources are applied and utilized at district and school site levels providing instant visibility into Truancy patterns - based on gender, ethnicity, age, grade, school level, site - and comparable levels of success. This visibility results in timely and informed outreach using the TDM.

The Truancy Documentation Manager ensures all information and notifications regarding a truant child flows seamlessly between School and Parent and engages a process that encourages students and parents to avoid further actions but automates and streamlines it should it become necessary. Massey notes, "Partial information, documents housed at different sites and forms en-route from one intervention stakeholder to another are all avoided with this easy to use, but sophisticated management system."

Saleem Qazi, CEO of RaaWee K12 Solutions, states, "Like so many districts with diverse communities and unique needs, Hemet USD found that our comprehensive suite of tools within RaaWee K12 Truancy & Dropout Prevention System provides early recognition of patterns by subgroups and allows for timely district and site level response."

For more information on the RaaWee K12 Truancy and Dropout Prevention System or Hemet Unified School District Student Services - CWA and its RaaWee K12 TDPS implementation, please contact RaaWee K12 at 972-782-4287 or Dennis Massey, Hemet USD at 951-765-5100 x 3700.

About RaaWee K12 Solutions
RaaWee K12 Solutions has a core mission to ensure that every student with challenges in attending school is identified immediately and is provided access to the school resources quickly, resulting in successful student outcomes. The RaaWee K12 Truancy and Dropout Prevention System is a one-of-a-kind comprehensive collaboration platform to implement attendance improvement strategies. It includes five modules to address the many aspects and stakeholders in the attendance improvement chain: Attendance Intelligence (AI); Collaboration and Interventions (C&I); Preventions; Interventions App; and Court Documentation Management.

For more information contact:
RaaWee K12 Solutions
Eastside Atrium,
800 E. Campbell Rd, Suite 112,
Richardson, TX 75081
http://www.raaweek12.com



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MONTREAL (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

TelcoBridges today announced that it is hosting a ProSBC training seminar (immediately prior to ITEXPO), on February 10-11, at the General Provision FATVillage tech office complex in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

This in-depth, two-day training course is designed to help TelcoBridges' resellers, partners, system integrators and end-customers master SBC concepts and become experts on installing and configuring both FreeSBC and ProSBC. It also features tips that help attendees leverage ProSBC's enhanced capabilities to more effectively monitor and troubleshoot their networks.

"We've designed these training seminars to help our customers become more self-sufficient with our SBCs and leverage them in a manner that helps them vastly improve the performance of their networks," said TelcoBridges' Chief Marketing Officer Alan Percy. "By scheduling the training adjacent to the ITEXPO #TECHSUPERSHOW events, we hope to provide a broad educational experience for participants."

Course content is tailored to those responsible for provisioning, configuring and managing voice network operations in both service provider and enterprise networks. By attending this training seminar, attendees will learn:

    Platform and performance planning

    Installation procedures

    License management

    Configuration and various use cases

    Network diagnostic tools

    Support resources.

The ProSBC training helps TelcoBridges customers in a variety of ways. New users will get several hours of face-to-face support to discuss their actual implementation, to make sure they've configured their SBCs in an optimal fashion. More experienced users will learn how to exploit new features and become more self-sufficient. Regardless of each person's level of expertise at the beginning of the event, everyone will leave the training with new ideas for leveraging ProSBC in a more strategic fashion.    

Part of the value for attending the training session is the luncheon and cocktail hour networking opportunities that are built into the schedule. These opportunities enable attendees to discuss their specific implementations with TelcoBridges trainers, meet industry peers, discuss common experiences, and potentially learn how others are addressing issues that may be similar to theirs. The event takes place next to (and is scheduled immediately prior to) ITEXPO, which makes it convenient for participants to add this stay in Fort Lauderdale to their ITEXPO itinerary.

The cost of the two day training course is $350 USD per person, which includes lunch and various reception breaks. The venue, which is located in the heart of Fort Lauderdale's art & tech district (at 525 NW 1st Avenue) is well known for its coffee baristas and its wide variety of craft beers.

Please note – this event is designed to provide a hands-on experience for every attendee. Space is limited, and the event is expected to sell out. Recent training events have sold out in a matter of days. To register for this event, please visit: https://store.telcobridges.com/collections/prosbc/products/prosbc-training.

About TelcoBridges FreeSBC and ProSBC:
TelcoBridges' FreeSBC and ProSBC are virtual session border controllers, protecting networks from attack while offering extensive SIP interoperability and routing features with outstanding session handling performance. Both products include a B2BUA, DoS & DDoS protection and advanced call routing features. FreeSBC can be used by end-users at no cost. ProSBC adds carrier-grade features including high-availability, encryption, and media manipulation capabilities with support and maintenance all for a $1/session/year subscription. Both FreeSBC and ProSBC operate on any combination of VMware, KVM/OpenStack, Amazon/AWS, Microsoft Azure and bare metal servers as well as a VNF on dedicated network devices. To date, more than 10 million sessions have been downloaded by thousands of customers in more than 100 countries around the globe.

About TelcoBridges:
TelcoBridges is a leader in the design and manufacture of carrier grade, high performance, and high-density SBCs and VoIP gateways. Based in Montreal with offices in Buffalo (USA), Vancouver (CAN), Poland, Turkey and Hong Kong, TelcoBridges has deployed VoIP solutions in more than 100 countries worldwide. TelcoBridges' brands include: FreeSBC, ProSBC, Tmedia (VoIP media gateways), Tsig (signaling gateways), Tdev (development platforms) and Tmonitor (real-time network monitoring equipment). For more information, visit prosbc.com, http://freesbc.com, or http://www.telcobridges.com.

Contact Information:
Alan Percy
Chief Marketing Officer
Mobile: +1 716-830-5966
apercy@telcobridges.com



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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

The Nike Softball Camp at Metropolitan State University of Denver returns for its seventh year this summer.

This sell out camp has been a huge hit amongst campers, having sold out for the last five consecutive years. One reason for the popularity is Annie Van Wetzinga and her excellent coaching staff. Coach Van Wetzinga, the 2015 Conference Coach of the Year, is entering her seventh season as the Head Coach for the Roadrunners and has enjoyed great success since taking over the program. The Roadrunners have compiled over 30 wins in every season since she took over. Metro State has also won one RMAC Regular-season crown, two RMAC Tournament Championships, and has been in the NCAA Tournament three times during Van Wetzinga's tenure.

When asked about the camp, parent Amy M. stated, "It was amazing. Lots of coaches, good drills, quick moving. Something you can come back to year after year." Another parent went on to say, "We have been going to the camp for four years now and it has always helped. We love the college girls. As a parent, I liked the coaches talk on academics along with being a superior athlete."

Registration for 2020 is now open for campers ages 7-14. Players, coaches, and parents interested in Nike Softball Camps can visit https://www.ussportscamps.com/softball or call 1-800-645-3226 for more information.

About US Sports Camps
US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is America's largest sports camp network and the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps. Over 100,000 kids attended a US Sports Camp program in 2019. The company has offered summer camps since 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high quality sports education and skill enhancement. Athletes, Coaches, Parents and others interested in learning more about our 2020 Sports Camp programs can visit our website or call 1-800-645-3226.



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FALLS CHURCH, VA. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Postmarket Solutions for Medical Devices
An Interactive Workshop Presented by FDAnews and Ombu Enterprises
Feb. 19-20, 2020 • Hilton Atlanta • Atlanta, GA
https://www.fdanews.com/postmarketproblemsmd

Early bird pricing for Postmarket Solutions for Medical Devices Workshop ends on Jan. 22.

Device and diagnostics makers face a jumble of postmarket regulations in the U.S., Canada and the EU. They're maddeningly complex and can even conflict with each other, and violations often trigger warning letters and other sanctions.

The stakes are high. It's worth two full days of time to get things straight.

FDAnews has called on a top-rated presenter, Dan O'Leary of OMBU Enterprises LLC. Using actual hands-on exercises and real-world examples, this interactive two-day workshop will arm attendees for every complaint management challenge that key regulatory agencies come up with as well as help one integrate a complaint management program into device postmarket plans. During the workshop, attendees will:

Master preliminary analysis of complaint implications by reviewing example complaints to determine if subsequent processes, such as adverse event reporting, apply.

Get a better sense of service record analysis to detect complaints by taking a closer look at examples of servicing activities to determine if the information includes a complaint.

Identify complaint classification by examining examples of complaints and classify them using the multiple classification schemes from the regulatory systems.

Analyze complaints to determine the need to update the risk management file in post-production data analysis.

Become more familiar with adverse event reportability in various regulatory regions and determine the appropriate timelines.

Interpret complaint examples to determine the need for corrective action and identify the required implementation steps and records.

Compare and contrast complaint examples, determine the need for design changes, and identify required implementation steps and records.

Determine field action by reviewing potential conditions for field actions arising from complaints and determine the reporting requirements and methods for each of the regulatory regions under consideration.

Review design changes resulting from complaints and determine the need, method, and records for each of the regulatory regions under consideration.

Early bird pricing ends on January 22.

Your Speaker:
Your workshop leader is Dan O'Leary, President of Ombu Enterprises, LLC, a company offering training and execution in Operational Excellence, focused on analytic skills and a systems approach to operations management. Dan has more than 30 years' experience in quality, operations and program management in regulated industries including aviation, defense, medical devices and clinical labs. He has a master's degree in mathematics; is an ASQ certified Biomedical Auditor, Quality Auditor, Quality Engineer, Reliability Engineer and Six Sigma Black Belt; and is certified by APICS in Resource Management.

Conference Details:
Postmarket Solutions for Medical Devices
An Interactive Workshop Presented by FDAnews and Ombu Enterprises
Feb. 19-20, 2020 • Hilton Atlanta • Atlanta, GA
https://www.fdanews.com/postmarketproblemsmd

Tuition:
Early Bird Pricing: $1,597 (available until Jan. 22, 2020)
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GLENDALE, CALIF. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

Young people living with CKD (chronic kidney disease) are invited to attend Renal Support Network's 21st Annual Renal Teen Prom.

When: January 19, 2020 – 6-11pm
Where: Glendale Hilton Main Ballroom - 100 W Glenoaks Blvd, Glendale, CA 91202

Why: Twenty-one years ago, Lori Hartwell, Founder and President of RSN, held the very first Renal Teen Prom for young people with CKD. Lori was diagnosed with kidney disease at age 2 and missed her own prom and many school activities due to health issues. She was on dialysis from age 12 to 24 and is now living with her 4th kidney transplant. She has lived with this illness for five decades and wants her younger peers to know they can survive and thrive despite kidney disease. This coming-of-age event gives these teens the opportunity to meet each other and create friendships that will last a lifetime.    

"This is always a fantastic night for these kids," says Hartwell. "I'm fortunate to have the opportunity to get to know my younger peers. It's very moving to see some of the same kids who come back year after year. Sometimes they miss a year because they are too sick and sometimes they are called for a kidney transplant. They come back the next year full of hope. We can't forget that there is a cycle with this illness. One friend can make a difference!"
This year's theme for the prom is "Making Magic," featuring a DJ , dancing, and the magic of Michael Grasso. Grasso, also a kidney disease survivor, began studying magic as a young child and was a finalist on America's Got Talent. He has been featured on The Ellen Show, TLC's The History of Magic, and the hit NBC show Totally Hidden Extreme Magic. Not only has Michael been a professional magician for more than two decades, he has experienced the "magic" of kidney transplantation four times over.

Musical artist, Lana Love will also take the stage. Since the launch of her pop music career, Lana has collaborated with several award-winning producers and we are so excited to have her perform.
RSN receives volunteer support from a myriad of people to make this annual event happen, including students from Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks. People across the country donate dresses and accessories so the girls can pull together the perfect prom look. The volunteer squad includes professional hair and make-up artists, stylists to help with ties and other details to be dance-floor ready, and drivers to alleviate the final obstacle, getting to and from the event if you do not have transportation.

Nancy V. says, "I knew about the prom for several years but was always hesitant to go. When I finally went last year, it was wonderful. I realized that there are so many people here who support each other. I came to realize that my struggles are opportunities to learn and grow, and I'm stronger because of it!"
Trent S. shares, "I feel very fortunate that at this prom I'm able to meet so many wonderful young people. It's great that Lori Hartwell has this great organization that gives us an opportunity to dance, enjoy a party, and just be accepted by others as we know what we are going through."

Thank you to our sponsors AstraZeneca, CareDX, DaVita, Fresenius Medical Care, OneLegacy and U.S. Renal Care.
Renal Support Network (RSN) empowers people who have kidney disease to become knowledgeable about their illness, proactive in their care, hopeful about their future and make friendships that last a lifetime. To learn more about organ donation, causes of kidney disease and dialysis treatment options visit http://www.rsnhope.org.



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LOUISVILLE, KY (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

Capture is hosting enrollment directors, admissions counselors, university marketers and other higher ed leaders from 10 states and over 15 institutions for Innovate 2020. The one-day, regional client summit on Thursday, Jan. 16, at the Omni Hotel in downtown Louisville will include sessions and workshops covering an array of higher ed topics including modern recruitment, the latest in enrollment technology, Capture's Behavioral Intelligence Platform and much more.

Capture will host two additional Innovate summits in Philadelphia, on March 5, and Jacksonville, Fla., in April.

"Innovation is happening at a remarkable pace all around us," said Capture President Leonard Napolitano. "During Capture's Innovate client summits, we will share in each other's expertise, learn and grow, so that all of us who care about the future of higher education can be successful at solving the challenges of the present and future."

Capture's Innovate Louisville keynote speaker will be Jessica Bellamy, an award-winning infographic designer who created the Grassroots Information Design Studio (GRIDS). This social enterprise combines grassroots organizing, research and information graphics. Bellamy has been featured in Arianna Huffington's Thrive Global, Forbes, Communication Arts Magazine, The Great Discontent, Create Magazine, Creative Mornings, The Dieline, Revision Path and on Adobe's Project 1324.

Sessions and workshops at Innovate will include:

    You Work in Admissions. That Means You Work in Data.

    Apply, Aid and Enroll: Revving Up Your Predictive Engine

    Slate and Capture: Better Data ... Better Together

    Emailing Gen Z: Best Practices in the Age of Texting

    Counting Clicks: Dynamic DDA for the New Decade

"Innovation is in Capture's DNA," Napolitano said. "Our Behavioral Intelligence Platform is fundamentally changing how universities engage prospective students. Innovate 2020 is the perfect opportunity for Capture to collaborate with our partners as the new decade begins. We look forward to sharing ideas about how data, marketing automation, predictive modeling — the kind of technological solutions that have disrupted and invigorated other industries — can be effectively and appropriately applied to university recruitment and enrollment management."

Available for Comment
Leonard Napolitano, Capture President

About Capture
Headquartered in Louisville, Ky., Capture is a leading innovator of marketing platforms and services for higher education recruitment and enrollment management. Capture's Behavioral Intelligence Platform offers solutions throughout a prospective student's college decision process.

With industry-leading marketing automation, fully managed services and AI-powered predictive modeling built specifically for higher education, Capture gives institutions the control needed to effectively target interested students in relevant ways that increase engagement and drive admissions.

Founded in 2011, Capture has served hundreds of higher education institutions and programs across the country while being recognized by Inc. 5000 as a fastest-growing U.S. company.



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SARASOTA, FLA. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

Women in America have been groomed for a lot more than sex, says Elizabeth Melendez Fisher Good, new author of Groomed, published January 14, 2020 by Harper Collins.

A groundbreaking book stemming from personal experiences in childhood of sexual abuse, family tragedy and rebellion, Fisher Good explores a dark theme that few have written about that delves into the age-old practice of families and society as a whole keeping "secrets" that ultimately prohibit us from realizing our own self- worth and limit our potential. Fisher Good weaves into her story the idea of women being "groomed," or prepared, trained, conditioned for something. While some grooming isn't always a bad thing for some, for many women it has far-reaching, negative effects that leaves girls and women to feel worthless and out of control.

"Even if child abuse or sex trafficking isn't your past, we were all groomed for something and we all deserve to live in freedom....and this book is for every woman," says Fisher Good.

By co-founding Selah Freedom and The Selah Way Foundation eight years ago, she uses her vast expertise as the CEO with a Master's in Clinical Psychology working with victims of child abuse and sex trafficking (called "survivors"), and cites statistics and personal accounts of how women have triumphed after being groomed to keep secrets. She offers readers a way to overcome their past, starting with all-important but rarely explored idea of a selah, or a time of rest and reflection, and explores active ways to forgive and move forward to a new level of freedom.

Fisher Good says she was inspired to write Groomed so that women could reclaim their lives and not be defined by their dark past. "No one has to live for her groomers," says Fisher Good. "It's time to take a look at where we came from to escape the messages of our past and take control of our future."

The book is an alarming revelation of how much of an epidemic child abuse is in America and how this abuse can lead to sex trafficking. "A staggering one out of three women in America was a victim of sexual abuse at some point in her childhood. No matter how many years it's been - if that's your story - those scars are probably still with you. But even if that's not part of your story, this book is for you," says Fisher Good.

Groomed guides readers toward an understanding that grooming is oftentimes subtle, but it's always life-altering. Fisher Good draws out five specific ways that women have been groomed - from physical appearance to spirituality to finances - and shows how those manipulative messages are detrimental to our development of self-confidence and self-worth.

Join Fisher Good at one of several national Freedom Book Signing Events! Proceeds from all sales go directly to supporting Selah Freedom's mission to end sex trafficking.

Groomed releases January 14, 2020 (W Publishing, an imprint of HarperCollins/Thomas Nelson; softcover, $17.99; also available in audio and e-book).

Publishers Weekly says:
"With sharp insight culled from years of counseling experience, Good helps women find ways to confront grooming and take practical steps toward creating a healthier future."

National Center on Sexual Exploitation, Sr. Vice President Dawn Hawkins says:
"A must-read for anyone with baggage! Not only does Elizabeth help us to unpack the layers of troubling messages told to us throughout our lives, but in doing so, she frees us to find the healing and light we didn't even realize we needed. As one who works regularly with survivors of the sexual exploitation industry, this book greatly helped me to see the complexities that compound the trauma suffered by victims more clearly."

An advocate and visionary, Elizabeth Melendez Fisher Good is the CEO and co-founder of Selah Freedom and the Selah Way Foundation, which exist to prevent sexual abuse, exploitation, and sex trafficking of children and young adults. Her leadership has brought freedom to thousands of American children and young adults who have been rescued from the sex trade and she has helped educate millions on the topics of exploitation and sex trafficking. She not only breaks barriers and redefines leadership across the board, but also steadfastly leads the charge in fighting for justice for the marginalized and exploited. In her new book, Groomed (HarperCollins), she challenges individuals to step out of past lies they have believed and shame which keeps them living in bondage and embrace true freedom which comes from vulnerability, transparency and living beyond the shadows of secrecy.



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BOULDER, COLO. (PRWEB) JANUARY 14, 2020

Schools are implementing Restorative Justice in Education (RJE) initiatives across the United States, often to reduce the use of out-of-school suspension, which is known to increase the risk for dropout and arrest. Many RJE initiatives also aim to strengthen social and emotional competencies, reduce gender and racial disparities in discipline, and increase access to equitable and supportive environments for students from marginalized groups. Yet whether these benefits emerge depends on whether the reforms are well implemented.

NEPC released a policy brief today, The Starts and Stumbles of Restorative Justice in Education: Where Do We Go from Here?, authored by Professors Anne Gregory of Rutgers University and Katherine R. Evans of Eastern Mennonite University. The brief summarizes the research on restorative initiatives, with a focus on implementation and outcomes in U.S. schools.

Gregory and Evans view RJE as a comprehensive, whole school approach to shifting school culture in ways that prioritize relational pedagogies, justice and equity, resilience-fostering, and well-being. Each of these elements is important; schools cannot water down the reforms, implementing them in a half-hearted way, and realistically hope to see strong results.

Guided by a set of restorative values and principles (such as dignity, respect, accountability, and fairness), RJE practices are proactive and are responsive in nurturing healthy relationships, repairing harm, transforming conflict, and promoting justice and equity. Educators in schools and classrooms with well-implemented RJE work to ensure that the "vulnerable are cared for, the marginalized are included, the dignity and humanity of each person in the educational setting matters, and everyone's needs are heard and met."

The authors present the accumulating evidence that restorative approaches can reduce the use of exclusionary discipline. They describe promising evidence that such approaches can narrow racial disparities in discipline. They also consider some mixed findings related to improving school climate and student development in light of possibly faulty models and mis-implementation of RJE. Finally, they offer recommendations for comprehensive RJE models and strategic implementation plans to drive more consistently positive outcomes.

Find The Starts and Stumbles of Restorative Justice in Education: Where Do We Go from Here?, by Anne Gregory and Katherine R. Evans, at:
http://nepc.colorado.edu/publication/restorative-justice

Find Documents:
Publication Announcement: https://nepc.info/node/10128
NEPC Publication: https://nepc.colorado.edu/publication/restorative-justice

This policy brief was made possible in part by the support of the Great Lakes Center for Education Research and Practice (greatlakescenter.org).

The National Education Policy Center (NEPC), a university research center housed at the University of Colorado Boulder School of Education, produces and disseminates high-quality, peer-reviewed research to inform education policy discussions. Visit us at: https://nepc.colorado.edu



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

2019 Queen's Award winner Language Insight have announced that they have appointed Federica Meacci as their new Strategic Director in order to continue their rapid rate of growth and expansion. Federica will join the team at Language Insight at the end of January 2020 and will be based at their London office.

Federica previously worked at Language Connect as their Operations Director, where she spent over 7 years building up her knowledge and expertise in the translation industry, she also has over 4 years of experience as an Italian translator and interpreter.

"We are delighted that Federica is joining Language Insight. She brings a wealth of experience which we feel will strengthen our position within the translation industry. We are excited for 2020 and gearing up for another period of strong growth," says Managing Director Donna Twose.

As Language Insight's Strategic Director, Federica will be responsible for all strategic operations across the business incorporating project management teams, translation teams, as well as other support functions, streamlining processes in a continuance of pursuing added value and service delivery for all clients across the board.

"I am really excited to join Language Insight, which not only is a market leader in translation services, but is also a company with committed and ambitious professionals that have created a fun, stimulating and family-like environment," says Federica Meacci.

Language Insight are positive that their new Strategic Director will help them continue their strong international growth, which has grown by 230% over the past three years, which means that international trade now makes up over 49% of Language Insight's turnover.

Federica adds: "I am delighted to have the opportunity to steer the company through the next phase of growth, which will see new verticals and a more diversified offering, as well as extended coverage. I am looking forward to bringing my 10 years of experience in the language industry and in Market Research, and work with the whole team to create a roadmap that provides our clients with the very best language services and experience."

Language Insight are hopeful that 2020 will be another year of continuous growth, and are excited for their new Strategic Director to start her new journey with them later this month. If you would like to know more about Language Insight and their language services, please visit their website: https://www.languageinsight.com.

About Language Insight:
Language Insight is one of the UK's most trusted language services partners specialising in transcription, translation and interpreting for a wide range of sectors and industries. With over 10 years' experience, Language Insight are committed to providing their clients with high-quality language services. In 2019, Language Insight was honoured with The Queen's Award for Enterprise for International Trade which is one of the most prestigious awards that can be bestowed on any UK business. They are also one of very few Language Service Providers to have 3 ISO accreditations for Quality Assurance (ISO 9001), Information Security (ISO 27001) and Translation Services Management (ISO 17100).

Find out more at https://www.languageinsight.com/.

Address:
Language Insight – Head Office
1 The Crossroads Business Park,
Freckleton Street,
Kirkham,
Preston,
Lancashire
PR4 2SH

Phone Number:
01772 252 333

Email:
info@languageinsight.com

Press Contact:
Rebecca Twose
Marketing Executive



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COLUMBIA, S.C. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

The Palmetto State Arts Education (PSAE), a Columbia SC based arts integration organization, announces its call for applicants for the "Rising Stars" annual program.

"Rising Stars," in its 12th year, recognizes artistically talented students between the ages of 9-18. Selected students are showcased during two weeks of performances at this summer's Piccolo Spoleto in Charleston SC (May 25-June 5, 2020). Piccolo Spoleto runs concurrently with the annual Spoleto USA Arts Festival. All performances take place at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church in downtown Charleston, SC.

Students who are not full-time college students, and who reside in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, and Florida are eligible to apply.

"Rising Stars" encourages applicants from those who are visual artists, actors, dancers (ballet, modern & contemporary), creative writers, classical solo musicians (instrumental & vocal), and classical musical ensemble groups with no more than 12 members.

Deadline for Application is February 15, 2020. Applications are available online at:
http://www.getacceptd.com/psae

For more information about the Rising Stars program and the submission process, go here:
http://www.palmettoartsed.org/rising-stars.html

For more information about Piccolo Spoleto, go here: http://www.piccolospoleto.com/
Previously known as the South Carolina Alliance for Arts Education, PSAE continues to work to build a brighter future for South Carolina by ensuring the continued growth and expansion of arts education as an essential component of every child's education. Working closely with other statewide organizations, PSAE works to develop and deliver quality programs that address the needs of teachers and administrators as they strive to create and grow quality arts programs in our schools.

For more information, contact Larry Barnfield, lsbarnfield@gmail.com or
Eve Walling-Wohlford, eve@palmettoartsed.org



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SEATTLE (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Intelligent.com, a trusted resource for online degree rankings and higher education planning, has announced the Top 25 Master's in Social Studies Degree Programs for 2020. The comprehensive research guide is based on an assessment of 141 accredited colleges and universities in the nation. Each program is evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment.

The 2020 rankings are calculated through a unique scoring system which includes student engagement, potential return on investment and leading third party evaluations. Intelligent.com analyzed 141 schools, on a scale of 0 to 100, with only 25 making it to the final list. The methodology also uses an algorithm which collects and analyzes multiple rankings into one score to easily compare each university.

Students who pursue any one of these programs can expect to gain employment much quicker in comparison to candidates without a degree. In addition to accessibility and cost, the steady job growth in this market is one of the many reasons Intelligent.com researched and ranked the Top Master's in Social Studies Degree Programs. To access the complete ranking, please visit: https://www.intelligent.com/best-online-masters-in-social-studies-degree-programs/

2020 Master's in Social Studies Degree Programs featured on Intelligent.com (in alphabetical order):

American Military University
Ashland University
Boston University
Capella University
Concordia University, Portland
Drexel University
Eastern Oregon University
Florida State University
Gwynedd Mercy University
New York University
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Penn State World Campus
Slippery Rock University
The College at Brockport
University at Buffalo
University of Florida
University of Georgia
University of Missouri
University of Missouri, St Louis
University of Pittsburgh
University of Rochester
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

About Intelligent.com
Intelligent.com provides unbiased research to help students make informed decisions about higher education programs. The website offers curated guides which include the best degree programs as well as information about financial aid, internships and even study strategies. With comprehensive, user-friendly guides and hundreds of program rankings, Intelligent.com is a trusted source among students and prospective students. To learn more, please visit https://www.intelligent.com/



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KIRKLAND, WASH. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Lakeside-Milam Recovery Centers is proud to announce it has become among the first in the nation to receive certification from the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM).

The ASAM Level of Care certification, partnering with the CARF International (CARF) accreditation, provides an independent, comprehensive assessment of an addiction treatment program's capacity to deliver services consistent with Levels of Care described in The ASAM Criteria. This certification, that compliments the CARF accreditation, will help patients and payers identify those treatment centers that are offering comprehensive, evidence-based care to diagnose and treat the disease of addiction.

"We are proud to have the care we provide certified by the American Society of Addiction Medicine. The opportunity to help patients and their families is an honor and requires trust. Since 1983, we have been a leader in the field due to our understanding of the disease and how to combine medical needs, counseling, and education for effective treatment. ASAM certification is another way for those seeking addiction treatment to know that Lakeside-Milam Recovery Centers offers the highest level of quality care," says Lakeside-Milam's President and CEO, Carl Kester.

Certification through ASAM provides a much needed distinction in the addiction treatment industry which has long struggled to establish consistent standards nationwide. The ASAM Criteria is considered the nation's most respected, comprehensive, and widely used set of standards for providing outcome-oriented care. The certification was developed with over three decades of research and will help payers and patients ensure that the treatment center is held to the highest standard of care.

ABOUT LAKESIDE-MILAM RECOVERY CENTERS:
With over 35 years of experience, Lakeside-Milam has served the Pacific Northwest by providing a full continuum of care. Guided by the book, Under the Influence, by Dr. James Milam and Katherine Ketcham, Lakeside-Milam has helped those struggling with substance abuse by providing quality structure, education, and support. Our goal is for people to recognize that recovery is possible and that they can achieve lasting recovery.



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

2019 Queen's Award winner Language Insight have announced that they have appointed Federica Meacci as their new Strategic Director in order to continue their rapid rate of growth and expansion. Federica will join the team at Language Insight at the end of January 2020 and will be based at their London office.

Federica previously worked at Language Connect as their Operations Director, where she spent over 7 years building up her knowledge and expertise in the translation industry, she also has over 4 years of experience as an Italian translator and interpreter.

"We are delighted that Federica is joining Language Insight. She brings a wealth of experience which we feel will strengthen our position within the translation industry. We are excited for 2020 and gearing up for another period of strong growth," says Managing Director Donna Twose.

As Language Insight's Strategic Director, Federica will be responsible for all strategic operations across the business incorporating project management teams, translation teams, as well as other support functions, streamlining processes in a continuance of pursuing added value and service delivery for all clients across the board.

"I am really excited to join Language Insight, which not only is a market leader in translation services, but is also a company with committed and ambitious professionals that have created a fun, stimulating and family-like environment," says Federica Meacci.

Language Insight are positive that their new Strategic Director will help them continue their strong international growth, which has grown by 230% over the past three years, which means that international trade now makes up over 49% of Language Insight's turnover.

Federica adds: "I am delighted to have the opportunity to steer the company through the next phase of growth, which will see new verticals and a more diversified offering, as well as extended coverage. I am looking forward to bringing my 10 years of experience in the language industry and in Market Research, and work with the whole team to create a roadmap that provides our clients with the very best language services and experience."

Language Insight are hopeful that 2020 will be another year of continuous growth, and are excited for their new Strategic Director to start her new journey with them later this month. If you would like to know more about Language Insight and their language services, please visit their website: https://www.languageinsight.com.

About Language Insight:
Language Insight is one of the UK's most trusted language services partners specialising in transcription, translation and interpreting for a wide range of sectors and industries. With over 10 years' experience, Language Insight are committed to providing their clients with high-quality language services. In 2019, Language Insight was honoured with The Queen's Award for Enterprise for International Trade which is one of the most prestigious awards that can be bestowed on any UK business. They are also one of very few Language Service Providers to have 3 ISO accreditations for Quality Assurance (ISO 9001), Information Security (ISO 27001) and Translation Services Management (ISO 17100).

Find out more at https://www.languageinsight.com/.

Address:
Language Insight – Head Office
1 The Crossroads Business Park,
Freckleton Street,
Kirkham,
Preston,
Lancashire
PR4 2SH

Phone Number:
01772 252 333

Email:
info@languageinsight.com

Press Contact:
Rebecca Twose
Marketing Executive



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COLUMBIA, S.C. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

The Palmetto State Arts Education (PSAE), a Columbia SC based arts integration organization, announces its call for applicants for the "Rising Stars" annual program.

"Rising Stars," in its 12th year, recognizes artistically talented students between the ages of 9-18. Selected students are showcased during two weeks of performances at this summer's Piccolo Spoleto in Charleston SC (May 25-June 5, 2020). Piccolo Spoleto runs concurrently with the annual Spoleto USA Arts Festival. All performances take place at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church in downtown Charleston, SC.

Students who are not full-time college students, and who reside in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, and Florida are eligible to apply.

"Rising Stars" encourages applicants from those who are visual artists, actors, dancers (ballet, modern & contemporary), creative writers, classical solo musicians (instrumental & vocal), and classical musical ensemble groups with no more than 12 members.

Deadline for Application is February 15, 2020. Applications are available online at:
http://www.getacceptd.com/psae

For more information about the Rising Stars program and the submission process, go here:
http://www.palmettoartsed.org/rising-stars.html

For more information about Piccolo Spoleto, go here: http://www.piccolospoleto.com/
Previously known as the South Carolina Alliance for Arts Education, PSAE continues to work to build a brighter future for South Carolina by ensuring the continued growth and expansion of arts education as an essential component of every child's education. Working closely with other statewide organizations, PSAE works to develop and deliver quality programs that address the needs of teachers and administrators as they strive to create and grow quality arts programs in our schools.

For more information, contact Larry Barnfield, lsbarnfield@gmail.com or
Eve Walling-Wohlford, eve@palmettoartsed.org



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SEATTLE (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Intelligent.com, a trusted resource for online degree rankings and higher education planning, has announced the Top 60 Colleges for Associates Degrees for 2020. The comprehensive research guide is based on an assessment of 149 accredited colleges and universities in the nation. Each program is evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment.

The 2020 rankings are calculated through a unique scoring system which includes student engagement, potential return on investment and leading third party evaluations. Intelligent.com analyzed 149 schools, on a scale of 0 to 100, with only 60 making it to the final list. The methodology also uses an algorithm which collects and analyzes multiple rankings into one score to easily compare each university.

Students who pursue any one of these programs can expect to gain employment much quicker in comparison to candidates without a degree. In addition to accessibility and cost, the steady job growth in this market is one of the many reasons Intelligent.com researched and ranked the Top Colleges for Associates Degrees. To access the complete ranking, please visit: https://www.intelligent.com/best-online-colleges-for-associates-degrees/

2020 Colleges for Associates Degrees featured on Intelligent.com (in alphabetical order):

Albany Technical College
Arkansas Northeastern College
Atlantic Cape Community College
Bethel University
Bucks County Community College
Campbellsville University
Central Texas College
Cerro Coso Community College
Chaminade University of Honolulu
Clarion University
Colorado Technical University
Cornerstone University
Cowley College
Craven Community College
Eastern Kentucky University
Eastern Wyoming College
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Forsyth Technical Community College
Georgia Military College
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Georgia State University
Great Basin College
Hinds Community College
Hutchinson Community College
Indiana Wesleyan University
Iowa Western Community College
Ivy Tech Community College
Jefferson College
Keiser University
Laramie County Community College
Limestone College
Lone Star College
Mesa Community College
Middle Georgia State University
North Central Missouri College
North Hennepin Community College
Northeast Community College
Northwest Iowa Community College
Northwest Nazarene University
Peninsula College
Purdue University
Regent University
Shoreline Community College
Shorter University
Sinclair Community College
South Texas College
Southern New Hampshire University
Southwestern Assemblies of God University
State Fair Community College
Tallahassee Community College
Taylor University
Tulsa Community College
Tyler Junior College
University of Alaska
University of Alaska, Fairbanks
University of Toledo
Vincennes University
Wake Technical Community College
Waldorf University
Western Kentucky University

About Intelligent.com
Intelligent.com provides unbiased research to help students make informed decisions about higher education programs. The website offers curated guides which include the best degree programs as well as information about financial aid, internships and even study strategies. With comprehensive, user-friendly guides and hundreds of program rankings, Intelligent.com is a trusted source among students and prospective students. To learn more, please visit https://www.intelligent.com/



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CHICAGO (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Sidekick USA, manufacturer of the only-of-its-kind patented natural turf installation machine, today announced at the Sports Turf Managers Association Conference and Exhibition in West Palm Beach, Fla., that its turf installation machine will be distributed through select John Deere dealers. The award-winning* Sidekick machine will now be available through select John Deere dealerships both in the United States and international markets for demos, leasing and purchase.

"We're so thrilled to bring the Sidekick's unmatched capabilities to a whole new audience, helping them create the most exceptional - and safe - athletic turf fields throughout the world," said Paul Carlson, CEO of Sidekick USA. "Through John Deere's extensive dealer network and distribution channels, the Sidekick can bring unprecedented, cutting-edge turf installation to a global market for improved playing surfaces around the world."

Through its patented design, the Sidekick is optimized to gently push thick-cut sod together during the installation process. The cut is approximately two inches thick, 48 inches wide, and can weigh up to 20 pounds per square foot - making it a challenge to tighten without the proper tool. The Sidekick is an advancement from the crude methods - such as pulling the sod by hand with rakes - used by installation crews, often resulting in exposed seams or tears, which can pose serious injury risks to athletes.

The Sidekick mechanizes and streamlines the installation process, speeding it up considerably. This also frees up field management teams to focus on other important areas of the install. Prior to the Sidekick, a full field replacement took about three days. Now, the entire process typically takes only one day with the Sidekick. After completion, the field can be ready to use the same day. This also allows for more activities - including sporting events and concerts - to take place.

Sidekick is the official equipment and partner of Rose Bowl Stadium. It is also responsible for aiding turf installations at 17 NFL stadiums, including Soldier Field, Lincoln Financial Field, and Levi's Stadium. Additionally, Sidekick has been utilized in numerous MLB, MLS, and NCAA stadiums and facilities.

For more information, visit http://www.sidekickusa.com. Contact Sidekick USA or your local John Deere dealer for pricing and availability.

*2013 STMA Innovation Award for Safety

About Sidekick
Sidekick USA is the company behind the Sidekick, the award-winning machine that's revolutionizing the thick-cut sod and sports turf industries. The patented Sidekick was developed to help sports turf managers, turf contractors and ultimately, athletes. When natural grass on athletic fields gets worn down and needs to be replaced, turf managers often seek thick-cut sod for immediate results. Thick-cut sod can be up to four inches thick. It's much heavier than regular sod, which greatly increases stability and playability.



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WRENTHAM, MASS. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

School Family Media LLC is excited to announce Jamie Engel's arrival to the team as Vice President of Sales.

Jamie brings great experience in sales, marketing, publishing, and business development in the parent and family space. As Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Scholastic, he led many successful sales and partnership strategy initiatives, working with top brands that target young families with school-age children. Previous positions include Group Associate Publisher for Bonnier's Parenting magazine, as well as Associate Publisher for Conde Nast's The New Yorker. He is based in the greater New York City area.

"Jamie is an industry veteran who has strong client relationships and creative ideas on how to help clients reach our audience of parents and teachers. His experience will help drive the growth of the TeacherLists platform and build business across School Family Media, including digital programs, product sampling, custom content, high-touch experiential events, and more," says Charles Field, CEO of School Family Media LLC.

"I see tremendous opportunity to grow and expand the solutions School Family Media offers, beginning with the innovative school supply shopping solution TeacherLists. My goal is to build on SFM's already strong partnerships and work with other family-targeted brands to deliver marketing initiatives that help deliver powerful branded experiences within the school family community," says Engel.

About School Family Media LLC
As the back-to-school company, for 20+ years School Family Media has helped schools and families kick off back-to-school and have a successful year. TeacherLists and PTO Today, our nationally recognized platforms for school supplies and parent groups, sit at the center of the school community, connecting the world's top brands with schools, teachers, volunteers, and parents to ensure that everyone can win back-to-school.



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SANTA BARBARA, CALIF. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

ParentSquare Inc, a provider of unified school-home communications, won the award for "Best Re-invention of a Classic Legacy Technology" presented by Tech & Learning magazine. ParentSquare was one of five winners nationwide for the category and the only school communication platform to win this award.

From the often unanswered, landline-reliant all-call systems, to long-format newsletters that are already old by the time of publication, ParentSquare improves upon legacy technology by reaching parents where they are. Two-way communication technology with real-time translation empowers families to play an active role in their children's education. By unifying all communication tools into one place, ParentSquare encourages districts, schools, and classrooms to communicate with a common voice, making it easier for parents to connect with all stakeholders in their children's education.

"It means a lot to me and my team to be recognized as innovators," said Sohit Wadhwa, ParentSquare CEO. "Each year we invest a third of our revenue in Research and Development, and we consider that an investment in the school communities we support through our product."

ParentSquare's most recent big feature releases include an Alexa skill, Secure Document Delivery and Auto Notices. In honor of their award and the new decade, ParentSquare has curated a list of favorite tech throwbacks, as well as new inventions in school communication.

About ParentSquare
ParentSquare unifies all tools from the district office and classroom to the family, providing oversight throughout and powerful reporting metrics. With extensive student information system integrations, translation to more than 100 languages and access via app, email, text, voice, and web portal, ParentSquare enables schools to engage all families, ensuring equitable communication. Founded in 2011, ParentSquare is relied upon by more than a million educators and families in over 40 states. For more information, visit http://www.parentsquare.com and follow @ParentSquare



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PHILADELPHIA (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Nerd Street Gamers, the national esports infrastructure company dedicated to powering competitive opportunities for gamers, today announced a partnership with PlayVS, the official high school esports platform. Under the agreement, Nerd Street Gamers has been named the 2020 Championship Broadcast Partner for the PlayVS High School Esports Championships. It will broadcast and stream PlayVS state high school championship matches on Twitch for Rocket League and League of Legends across 13 states throughout the months of January and early-February.

This deal marks the latest in several event partnerships for Nerd Street Gamers that includes providing tournament operators for the eMLS League Series One in Philadelphia, producing the Philadelphia Eagles Madden Club Championship, and providing the equipment, production, and logistics for the Vets Play tournament in collaboration with Comcast.

"Competitive gaming starts at a young age," said John Fazio, Founder and CEO of Nerd Street Gamers. "Together with PlayVS, we are fostering and publicizing inclusive competitive opportunities for young gamers across the country. We are creating a movement that develops camaraderie, teamwork, and communication skills through esports."

PlayVS is a software startup building competitive experiences on top of esports, providing schools and administrators with the platform to offer an extracurricular activity that encourages the non-traditional athlete to get involved with their peers. The PlayVS platform handles scheduling, logistics, stats and all aspects of competition for schools in all 50 states and Washington D.C.

Nerd Street Gamers will produce recap videos of several regional championships, highlighting game winning plays, and the high school players behind them. In addition, Nerd Street Gamers will host the Colorado League of Legends high school championship at its Localhost Denver esports facility for the first time.

"Despite massive growth, many schools, students, and parents are unfamiliar with how high school esports actually works," said Delane Parnell, Founder and CEO of PlayVS. "We're building a world of exciting opportunities for student engagement through esports. With our Nerd Street Gamers partnership, we hope to shine a light on this initiative and showcase these impressive students and their skills to a national audience."

Broadcasts will be available on http://www.twitch.tv/playvs.

About Nerd Street Gamers
Nerd Street Gamers (NSG), formerly known as N3rd Street Gamers, is a national network of esports facilities and events dedicated to powering competitive opportunities for gamers. The company promotes greater access to the esports industry, laying a national framework for esports talent development and high-quality gaming tournaments. NSG has received backing from Five Below, Elevate Capital, SeventySix Capital, a premier sports tech venture capital firm, and Comcast Spectacor. For more information, For more information, please visit http://www.nsg.gg.

About PlayVS
PlayVS is the leading amateur esports platform. It is the single community where players come together to compete, fans gather to spectate and coaches manage their programs. Through strategic partnerships with the NFHS and top game publishers, PlayVS has become the backbone of high school esports, powering league play and State Championships across the nation. Headquartered in Los Angeles, the company has raised more than $96 million since its founding in January 2018. For more information, visit http://www.playvs.com.



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HARRISBURG, PA. (PRWEB) JANUARY 16, 2020

After a two-year process to update the Pennsylvania Athletic Trainers' Society (PATS) logo, a redesigned website, and a revamped mission statement as part of a strategic plan to continue to serve the Pennsylvania athletic training membership, we have a winner! It started with a suggestion from President-elect Shelly Fetchen DiCesaro which led to conversations with the NATA, past state leadership, and key stakeholders. Ultimately, it was decided this decision would be best made by the PATS membership themselves.

A work group was formed in early 2019 to lead the charge in creating the new logo. The work group decided to put a call out to the membership for design ideas and received a total of 15 submissions which was then narrowed down to the top 3. From there, the top 3 were taken to the PATS membership for voting. Voting kicked off at the PATS Annual Meeting & Clinical Symposium in Gettysburg this past June. Voting was open for three weeks with a total of 592 members casting votes. Members were able to vote at the meeting in Gettysburg or via a link that was posted to the organization's Facebook and Twitter accounts.

Despite a tight race, a winning logo was chosen, which was designed by PATS member Sam Silverstine! Some slight modifications were made after collaborating with the NATA marketing department to make sure the new logo was consistent with NATA standards. The logo and website were launched together on November 15 to unveil a new brand for PATS. Members who follow PATS on Instagram were given a sneak peek of the new logo on November 8. On the post revealing the new logo, a social media contest was announced in which a random follower who liked the post would receive a prize with the new logo. The post received over 135 likes. PATS is excited to roll out a new look as they continue to support the mission to "empower athletics trainers to be leaders in transforming healthcare by advocating, educating, and providing resources to deliver quality patient-centered healthcare."

You can visit the new website (https://gopats.org) to check out the new logo as well as stay up to date on the most current happenings with PATS. You can also find PATS on social media:
Instagram: gopatsat
Twitter: gopatsat
Facebook: Pennsylvania Athletic Trainers' Society
For more information regarding this topic or to schedule an interview with PATS President George Roberts, MEd, LAT, ATC, please contact Linda Mazzoli, MS, LAT, ATC, PATS Executive director at exdirectorpats@gmail.com.

The Pennsylvania Athletic Trainers' Society, Inc. is a progressive organization of licensed healthcare professionals who work under the direction of a licensed physician. Our society continues to increase public awareness and education regarding Athletic Trainers and the Athletic Training profession while serving as the premier source of information for public safety, injury and illness prevention, early intervention, patient care, and healthcare delivery for the physically active in the Commonwealth.

"The Keystone to a Healthy and Physically Active Life"




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MURRAY, UTAH (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

The World Health Organization (WHO) has named 2020 the Year of the Nurse and Midwife to recognize the impact nurses have on the world. As a way to celebrate the work of nurses and show appreciation to our nursing faculty, Unitek Learning will offer degree-advancement opportunities to further their education in the health care sector. Nursing faculty can participate in a new Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Education Scholarship program, where faculty across all campuses will receive 100% tuition assistance. In addition, Unitek will offer its nursing faculty a post-licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree under this program.

Both opportunities would allow faculty members to attend nursing programs through Unitek Learning while they continue to work and receive tuition assistance for their degrees. Over the years, Unitek Learning has helped countless students launch and accelerate their careers. This rapidly growing company also maintains an environment that fosters rewarding careers.

"The Faculty Degree Advancement Programs are a great benefit to Unitek employees. They demonstrate our commitment to career empowerment for our students and our staff," said Sara Cramlet, Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Unitek Learning. "We value education as well as employee development. With Unitek, you will be challenged, rewarded, and empowered to make a difference. If you believe in people, you belong at Unitek."

Not only will faculty gain invaluable skills, but they will benefit from the convenience of completing most of their coursework online. Virtual courses allow busy adults to attend class when it is best for their schedule. Throughout the program, faculty will train to instruct future students seeking a BSN degree, International RN Courses, or Vocational/Practical Nursing diplomas.

"We are thrilled to offer the MSN Education and RN-to-BSN Faculty Degree Advancement Programs," said Dr. Abdel Yosef, Chief Academic Officer at Unitek Learning. "With this opportunity, we can elevate the quality of our faculty as well as student-learning outcomes. The goal is to meet today's health care needs by producing excellent nursing graduates to better serve our communities. Ultimately, we prepare students to excel in nursing careers, where they help patients achieve greater health and wellbeing."

Unitek Learning is the parent company of several distinguished learning institutions: Unitek College, Unitek EMT, Eagle Gate College, and Provo College. Unitek Learning is now expanding their presence to Idaho and Nevada. Taught by experienced professionals, Unitek programs teach clinical practices and theory used in the field today. Equipped with a multitude of sought-after skills, Unitek graduates are prepared to excel in many of the fastest-growing careers in health care and nursing.



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TEL AVIV, ISRAEL (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Verbit, the leading AI-powered transcription platform, today announced the close of a $31 million Series B funding round led by Stripes, a leading New York-based growth equity firm. Existing investors Viola Ventures, Vertex Ventures, HV Ventures, Oryzn Capital and ClalTech are also participating in the round, bringing Verbit's total funding to $65 million, following a $23 million Series A round in January 2019.

Verbit will use this latest investment to further accelerate the company's rapid growth, including expanding to new industry verticals, adding coverage of new languages, and continually innovating its speech recognition technology to make Verbit the best-in-class solution for all transcription and captioning. This news comes on the heels of the release of Verbit's Real-Time transcription solution and the opening of its first U.S. office in New York, which is expected to triple in headcount in 2020.

"We are extremely proud to have been able to turn Verbit into one of the market-leading companies in our industry 3 years after its inception". said Tom Livne, CEO and co-founder of Verbit. "This latest financing round is an important milestone in Verbit's journey and strengthens the incredible momentum we had in 2019. The collaboration with Stripes is a great indicator of Verbit's category-leading product and will allow us to continue innovating in the market."

The fast growth of the Israeli technology market is demonstrated by the large volume of investments in Israel-based tech companies, which raised a record of $8.19 billion in 2019, easily surpassing the $6.4 billion raised in 2018, which itself was a record. Stripes, formerly known as Stripes Group, is investing in Verbit as its second Israeli investment after leading monday.com's Series C and is actively looking to deploy more capital in the region.

"We are thrilled to partner with Tom and the rest of the Verbit team on their mission to build the leading AI-powered transcription and captioning platform," said Saagar Kulkarni, Stripes' partner who will join Verbit's board of directors. "We are big believers in the power of AI to fundamentally change business models and provide critical services better, faster, and more affordably. Verbit has already demonstrated incredible value to its customers across many verticals, and we believe they are just getting started in transforming this $30 billion market."

More than 150 customers in the legal and higher education industries, including Harvard, Stanford and Coursera, utilize Verbit's in-house, AI-enabled speech recognition technology. Verbit's voice technology is approximately 90% accurate, and in order to push 99% accuracy, the product incorporates a network of fifteen thousand human transcribers to correct errors and make any necessary revisions. These edits then flow back into the self-learning AI models, which work to improve Verbit's machine learning algorithms over time.

"We chose Verbit because of the superior accuracy, turnaround time and cost they offered," said George Michaels, Executive Director of Instructional Development & Interim Assistant Dean at the University of California, Santa Barbara. "It's been a definite game-changer for us."

To learn more about Verbit, please visit: Verbit.ai.

About Verbit:
Verbit is a global technology company that harnesses the power of artificial and human intelligence to provide a smart transcription and captioning solution. Built on adaptive algorithms, it is the only technology that generates the most detailed speech-to-text files to provide over 99% accuracy, delivered at record-breaking speed. Smart AI technology supports on-demand CART services for real-time results. Verbit's flexible cloud system includes customizable templates and allows users to upload files directly, via API or through integrations with leading video hosting platforms. A robust platform provides customers with full visibility into the files that are being processed in real-time. Verbit's customized solution helps higher-education and legal organizations to maximize the potential of their audio and video files by making information searchable, accessible and actionable.

About Stripes
Stripes is a leading growth equity firm that brings a unique, entrepreneurial approach to investing in high-growth Software and Consumer businesses around the world. For over a decade, Stripes has partnered with market-defining companies to provide them with the support they need to accelerate growth and achieve their long-term vision. Stripes' mission is to have a culture, set of resources and expertise that provide entrepreneurs with an unparalleled advantage in markets that are evolving rapidly due to changes in technology and consumer behavior. For more information on Stripes, please visit http://www.stripes.co/.



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WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

The first mainstage opera of Palm Beach Opera's 19-20 season, "Turandot" is a sweeping story of perseverance and peril, featuring an adventurous musical score and one of the most iconic opera arias of all time, "Nessun Dorma." Matched with a vibrant, fantastical set, this production will be conducted by the company's Chief Conductor David Stern and directed by Keturah Stickann, whose unique vision for the production will make for an interesting interpretation of the classic opera.

Stickann, who aside from directing operas across the country has trained as a classical and contemporary dancer, turned to poetry to deepen her understanding of "Turandot." Inspired by the Persian poet Rumi, Stickann began to see the story as more of a spiritual one than a romantic one.

"I suddenly began reading the libretto as the tale of a man (Calàf) on a spiritual journey, fighting with himself to reach peace and oneness within," Stickann shares in her program notes. "Turandot is the divine ideal, the spiritual half of Calàf's being, but she has been rendered cold, frozen over, a shut door. He must learn to accept and exude love in order to walk the path of enlightenment with her."

"We are excited to be presenting this extraordinary piece with a unique insight into Calàf's journey," said General Director David Walker. "This production will thrill our audiences with the grandeur and impact of this iconic work, while providing an opportunity to be moved by the dramatic story in a deeper context."

Soprano Alexandra Loutsion, recognized as "fearless" by Opera News, will share the starring role of Turandot with Alexandra LoBianco (Jan. 25), who recently debuted at the Metropolitan Opera earlier this month. Stefano La Colla, whose "superior voice and technique" was highlighted by OperaWire, and Hovhannes Ayvazyan, in an American debut performance (Jan. 25), will both perform as Calàf.

Leah Crocetto, whose voice "captures the stage and your heart" according to Broadway World, will share the role of Liù with Russian soprano Anastasia Schegoleva (Jan. 25). Russian bass Evgeny Stavinsky will perform as Timur, and Zachary Nelson, last seen at Palm Beach Opera in "Don Giovanni," will perform as Ping. In two company debuts, John McVeigh, praised for his "touching portrayal" by Opera News, will sing Pang, and lyric tenor Matthew Newlin will sing Pong. South Korean bass Il Hoon Kim will sing the role of Mandarin.

Stickann, LoBianco, La Colla, Crocetto and Stavinsky will also mark company debuts in this production, and Schegoleva and Kim's performances will also be American debuts. A robust chorus of more than 75 singers, along with the Palm Beach Opera Orchestra, now in its 26th season, will also perform.

The imaginative set from Lyric Opera of Chicago, which OperaWire hailed as "the quintessential operatic experience," features a sprawling dragon, a mystical orb-like pearl, and a cascading stairway, all coupled with dramatic lighting design by Lucas Krech.

"Turandot" will be sung in Italian with English supertitles. Performances begin at 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 24 and 25, and at 2 p.m. on Jan. 26. Tickets start at $20 and are available for purchase at pbopera.org or by calling the box office at 561-833-7888. Palm Beach Opera will also present "Il Barbiere di Siviglia" in February and "Eugene Onegin" in March. More information on Palm Beach Opera's 19-20 season may be found at pbopera.org.

Palm Beach Opera is dedicated to producing live opera at an international standard of excellence, to enriching the life of the communities it serves with a diverse offering of educational programs, and to training the next generation of opera stars. Founded in 1961, the fully professional Palm Beach Opera presents main stage performances at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach and is a proud member of OPERA America and the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County



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CARLSBAD, CALIF. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

LabArchives, the leading digital lab notebook for course instruction and for research, offers instructors access to Lab Builder, a library of curated, proven and customizable course content. Lab Builder now contains Vernier experiments in addition to existing course packs, assignments and projects.

Vernier offers industry leading tools and content for scientific course instruction. The Vernier experiments library includes hundreds of well tested, ready-to-use experiments designed to help instructors achieve teaching and learning objectives. Vernier experiments included in the Lab Builder content library cover topics such as:

Human Physiology - Biology - Chemistry - Physics - Engineering - Environmental Science
More experiments in additional topics are in development.

With Lab Builder content and Vernier experiments, instructors can quickly create, customize and teach proven lab courses within LabArchives. Like all Lab Builder content, Vernier experiments are fully adaptable to different lab setups, equipment and objectives. In just a few minutes, instructors can access this content, customize it for their needs and begin to teach their course. Lab Builder content empowers instructors and makes it easy to provide students with truly authentic learning experiences.

Vernier experiments and cutting-edge solutions promote the development of proficient bench skills and prepare students for professional research. These well-tested experiments feature the latest and greatest data analysis software, equipment and curriculum.

The LabArchives digital lab notebook platform in conjunction with the Lab Builder course content library and Vernier experiments provide a comprehensive, authentic course experience to prepare students to succeed in 'real world' laboratory settings. Vernier experiments within Lab Builder can be used with Vernier's Go Direct Sensors and Graphical Analysis 4.

About Vernier
Vernier aims to inspire scientific curiosity in students around the globe. Their suite of pioneering technologies increase student learning and support science educators as they collect, analyze, and interpret scientific data. Designed specifically for education and held to high standards for quality, Vernier technology is built to be durable. It is supported by active, hands-on experiments and teacher-friendly technical support.

About LabArchives
LabArchives is a SaaS application platform dedicated to better science. Used in research labs and higher education laboratory courses, LabArchives products are used by more than 400,000 scientists and academic users to store, organize, share and publish laboratory data. LabArchives Education has been used in 7,200 lab courses by 270,000 students. More than 400 of the world's leading research institutions trust LabArchives for research data management, collection and research compliance. For more information, visit https://blog.labarchives.com/, https://www.labarchives.com or see us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.



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BOSTON (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

A paper published in Annals of Family Medicine provides a concise and practical guide for physicians and others managing primary care practices on how to develop and integrate transgender health programs within existing practices. It is the first peer-reviewed publication on how to develop and deliver these potentially life-saving programs for an underserved but increasingly visible population that experiences significant health inequities.

Authored by leading educators and clinical experts on transgender health care from Harvard, Fenway Health, and The Fenway Institute, the paper was written in response to numerous requests from primary care organizations in need of assistance with planning and implementing transgender health programs.

"Transgender health experts now agree that gender-affirming hormone therapy can be safely delivered as part of routine care by a trained primary care clinician," said Dr. Alex Keuroghlian, an author of the study who directs the National LGBT Health Education Center at The Fenway Institute and the Massachusetts General Hospital Psychiatry Gender Identity Program. "By integrating such care into existing primary care settings, we would expect to see more transgender and gender-diverse people accessing health care treatment they might not otherwise receive with an overall improvement in their wellness and quality of life as a result."

Organizations with the resources to do so are advised to consult with the local community via focus groups and interviews with transgender and gender-diverse community leaders to assess the community's needs. Practices that do not have the financial or staff capacity to conduct a formal needs assessment are advised to begin by training clinicians on relevant care guidelines for transgender and gender-diverse patients, providing gender-affirming medical treatments, and building a referral network for surgeries and other external services.

All of the suggestions in the paper can be adapted for small practices with one or two trained clinicians providing hormone therapy within a welcoming environment as well as larger practices with the capacity to deliver comprehensive gender-affirming care, including primary care, endocrinology, gynecology, mental health, voice therapy, and surgical care.

"Regardless of the size of the practice, it's important that all patient-centered staff, both clinical and nonclinical, receive training on how to effectively communicate with transgender and gender-diverse patients," said Keuroghlian. "Such training would cover the importance of using patients' correct names and pronouns, maintaining confidentiality of gender identities, avoiding assumptions about gender, being open to nonbinary gender identities, and avoiding questions not pertinent to care."

Other issues addressed in the paper include:

Accessing low-cost clinical training.

Addressing staff concerns and resistance that can arise with the implementation of any new program, but especially one that is focused on a stigmatized population. Tips include holding staff presentations that emphasize how offering transgender health care will position the organization at the vanguard of reducing health disparities, and how gender-affirming care aligns with the principles of medical ethics, such as beneficence and justice. Inviting transgender and gender-diverse people to speak with staff about their personal experiences seeking health care is also helpful.

Suggested staff roles and competencies for a primary care transgender health program including primary care clinicians, behavioral health clinicians, case managers, front desk/patient service representatives, medical assistants, and program directors.

Covering financial costs of care, which may necessitate the hiring of care navigators who can advocate for treatment coverage by health insurers.

Collecting and recording patient data on gender identity in electronic health records.

Creating welcoming environments that include clearly labeled all-gender restrooms, prominently posted nondiscrimination policies, and intake forms with dedicated space for a full range of gender identities, sexual orientations, chose names, pronouns, and names on insurance and legal documents.

Providing trauma-informed care that recognizes that transgender and gender-diverse patients may need additional choices and autonomy to engage in particular kinds of medical care, such as a self-administered cervical swab for human papillomavirus testing among trans masculine people.

Since 1971, Fenway Health has been working to make life healthier for the people in our neighborhoods, the LGBTQ community, people living with HIV/AIDS and the broader population. The Fenway Institute at Fenway Health is an interdisciplinary center for research, training, education and policy development focusing on national and international health issues.



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CHARLESTON, S.C. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

The Citadel, dedicated to training America's cyber warriors, will harness a new $2.8 million National Science Foundation (NSF) grant to create the state's first CyberCorps Scholarship for Service (SFS) program. It is the largest grant The Citadel has earned to date.

The Cybercorps SFS program at The Citadel is linked with the national CyberCorps: Scholarship for Service program offered by the NSF and co-sponsored by the Department of Homeland Security and other federal agencies. The program will help The Citadel continue to recruit and train the next generation of cybersecurity professionals to meet the needs of federal, state, local and tribal government organizations.

"This grant recognizes the value of The Citadel's singularity − a 24/7 Senior Military College where the mission of developing principled leaders is blended with a multi-disciplinary cybersecurity education," said Darin Zimmerman, Ph.D., dean of the Swain School of Science and Mathematics at The Citadel.

Specifically, Cybercorps SFS at The Citadel will provide scholarships supporting undergraduate students pursuing a major in Computer Science, Intelligence and Security Studies, or Criminal Justice with a minor in Cybersecurity at the military college. The recipients will then pursue employment with a government entity in a cybersecurity-related position.

"Cybercorps SFS at The Citadel will provide a steady supply of highly trained cybersecurity graduates for government positions over the next several years," said Shankar Banik, Ph.D., professor and head of Department of Cyber and Computer Sciences at The Citadel. Banik is also the principal investigator for The Citadel's CyberCorps SFS Project.

Cybercorps SFS cadets and students at The Citadel will participate in research, outreach and cyber defense competitions, in addition to their academic courses, leadership learning and military requirements.

"The outcome of the project will be a pool of principled leaders with cybersecurity skills in multiple domains who can serve in the Charleston area where there numerous cybersecurity enterprises such as the Naval Information Warfare Center operate, or wherever they are most needed," said Banik.

Banik noted that Cybercorps SFS cadets and students at The Citadel will also benefit from the long-established relationships between the college and federal and state entities such as the Naval Information Warfare Center (Atlantic), Central Intelligence Agency, Department of Defense, Federal Bureau of Investigation and National Security Agency.

Banik will be assisted by a group of co-principal investigators from The Citadel faculty including:

Jennifer Albert, Ph.D., director of The Citadel STEM Center of Excellence

Carl Jensen, Ph.D., head of the Department of Intelligence and Security Studies,

Michael Verdicchio, Ph.D., professor of Cyber and Computer Sciences

Jordana Navarro, Ph.D., professor of Criminal Justice

The program represents a college-wide effort utilizing resources and expertise from the newly created Department of Cyber and Computer Sciences, the Departments of Criminal Justice and Intelligence and Security Studies, the college's Center for Cyber, Intelligence and Security Studies, The Citadel STEM Center of Excellence and the college's Student Success Center, Office of Admissions, and Career Center.

For more information on how to apply to the Cybercorps SFS at The Citadel, contact the Department of Cyber and Computer Sciences at The Citadel at (843) 953-5048 or email Shankar.banik@citadel.edu.

The Citadel is one of only six federally appointed Senior Military Colleges, and one of only two that continue to have a 24/7 military structure for their undergraduate population. The Citadel has the highest 4-year graduation rate in South Carolina and is U.S. News & World Report's #1 Top Public College in the South for the ninth consecutive year.



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ATLANTA (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Lessons that a person grew up with shape the way they react to certain experiences, and one that is drilled into the minds of young girls is to be likable—often at their expense. This mindset mixed with "boys will be boys" creates a world where girls and women freeze in fear if they are harassed or assaulted by disrespectful individuals or groups. When it is over, they are left feeling that they were reduced to damaged goods and end up blaming themselves for the attack.

Dr. Nora Fahlberg used to work as a healthcare practitioner before an auto accident put her career on pause. Instead of letting the experience consume her, she shifted to the film industry while dabbling as a life sciences educator. She developed a love for public speaking and decided to put this skill to good use in a way that helped her community. In response to the #MeToo movement and how much it resonated with her, she began conducting talks on how people can find their inner strength to fight against sexual harassment and assault.

"A social researcher named Jackson Katz once took an audience survey. First, he asked the men what they did on a daily basis to avoid sexual assault. The response was that they didn't think about it. Then, he asked the women: their list was past thirty things when Katz stopped writing them down," the author explains the daily reality of the modern woman which drastically differs from what men experience. "Most of us are already thinking about these things. Unfortunately, we cannot afford to let down our guard. It's horrifically unfair, but life isn't fair, and we must work with the world as it is and not as we wish it to be."

The highlights of Dr. Nora Fahlberg's talks and her overall advocacy are compiled in her new book, Finding Your Inner Warrior: A Guide for the Hesitant Woman in the Wake of MeToo. It aims to help women overcome the victim mentality life throws at them and overhaul the mindset taught to them that requires them to remain passive. She doesn't hide the fact that it will be a difficult journey that comes with ups and downs, but the result will be a society where women and the good-natured men allied with them can stand up against the "creeps" of the population.

"It is my hope that this information will help speed your transformation to a confident and assertive woman, in touch with her inner fighting spirit and warrior self." Change has to start from somewhere in order to achieve results. Like with public speaking and other skills, conditioning oneself to deflect verbal and physical attacks takes a lot of mental preparation, practice, and—more importantly—support from like-minded allies and friends. "If more of us stand up for ourselves, I believe we can start a ripple effect that will help other women and girls, too. If creeps meet more resistance, they might think twice before trying again."



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PHILADELPHIA (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Eisenhower Fellowships has selected 10 accomplished mid-career professionals from the worlds of education, finance, the arts, and technology to travel overseas in its 2020 USA Fellowship Program.

Beginning in spring 2020, these diverse American leaders will travel independently to one or two countries overseas, broadening their horizons as they pursue individual projects that will generate lasting impact in their communities. These USA Fellows will meet with Eisenhower Fellows abroad, unlocking a lifelong connection to an influential global network of like-minded change agents.

"These dynamic young doers join a vast network of Eisenhower Fellows who for more than six decades have used creative, collaborative solutions to address global challenges," said Eisenhower Fellowships Chairman Robert M. Gates, former U.S. secretary of defense.

From the creation of a national community of gardeners to support healthy ecosystems, to addressing the twin challenges of homelessness and public health, the 2020 Eisenhower USA Fellows will travel to countries across Europe, Asia, Africa and the South Pacific to advance real change here at home in the United States.

"In a time of growing nationalism and retrenchment in many countries, I am confident these outstanding leaders will use their time overseas to build new bridges of understanding and then bring back and apply what they learn to better their communities," said Eisenhower Fellowships President George de Lama.

The 2020 Eisenhower USA Fellows are:

Mohamed Abdel-Kader | Washington, DC
Executive Director, Stevens Initiative, Aspen Institute

Natalia Crujeiras | Miami, FL
Executive Director of Cultural Affairs, Miami Dade College

Sandy Fernandez | New York, NY
Director, North America, MasterCard Center for Inclusive Growth

Margaret Fry | San Francisco, CA
Medical Director, Pediatric Service Line, Palo Alto Medical Foundation

Rachel Greenberger | Boston, MA
Director, Food Sol, Babson College

Christopher Gruits | Philadelphia, PA
Executive and Artistic Director, Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts

Matthew Rader | Philadelphia, PA
President, Pennsylvania Horticultural Society

Timothy Reeves| St. Louis, MO
Assistant Treasurer and Director of Investor Relations, Emerson Electric

Anita Watkins | Raleigh, NC
Director of Strategic Innovation, UNC REX/REX Health Ventures

Kuliva Wilburn | Chicago, IL
Chief Executive Officer and President, Wilburn Strategic Solutions

Now in its 66th year and named for America's 34th president, Eisenhower Fellowships brings together innovative leaders from all fields from around the globe who tackle big challenges to better the world around them. Since 1953, more than 2,400 mid-career leaders from 115 countries have benefited from the unique, customized experience of an Eisenhower Fellowship.

Eisenhower Fellowships identifies, empowers and connects innovative leaders through a transformative fellowship experience and lifelong engagement in a global network of dynamic change agents committed to creating a world more peaceful, prosperous and just.



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SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

For the sixth consecutive year, Greenberg Traurig, LLP's global Life Sciences & Medical Technology Group hosted two events coinciding with the JP Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco.

On Jan. 14 the group presented the lunchtime panel discussion, "Insiders' Views of Deal Makings," where seasoned executives from leading life sciences companies shared current trends, best practices, and pitfalls of deals including M&A, licensing, joint ventures, and strategic collaborations. They also shared predictions on what 2020 will hold for deal making. Panelists included:

Debbie Alexander, Director, Business Development, 23andMe

Shaun Grady, Senior VP, Business Development Operations, AstraZeneca

Dr. Robert Mittendorff, Partner, Norwest Venture Partners

Jeremy Sohn, Vice President, Global Head of Digital Business Development & Licensing, Novartis

The panel was moderated by Fiona Adams, co-chair of Greenberg Traurig's Global Corporate Practice and managing shareholder of the London office, and Wayne H. Elowe, co-chair of the firm's global Life Sciences & Medical Technology Group and the Atlanta office Corporate Practice. David J. Dykeman, patent attorney and co-chair of the global Life Sciences & Medical Technology Group and Boston officeIntellectual Property & Technology Group, gave opening remarks.

The program was preceded by a private wine tasting and networking reception on Jan. 13, attended by more than 300 health care industry executives and investors.

In addition, Kate Black, a shareholder in the firm's Data, Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice in the Miami office, introduced companies at the Biotech Showcase on Jan. 14.

About Greenberg Traurig's Life Sciences & Medical Technology Group: Greenberg Traurig's Life Sciences & Medical Technology Group advises clients ranging from start-ups to large multinational public companies to leading research institutions. The group's attorneys work closely with clients, providing innovative legal counsel to help them achieve their objectives – from discovery through commercialization and product marketing.

About Greenberg Traurig: Greenberg Traurig, LLP (GT) has approximately 2100 attorneys in 41 locations in the United States, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. GT has been recognized for its philanthropic giving, diversity, and innovation, and is consistently among the largest firms in the U.S. on the Law360 400 and among the Top 20 on the Am Law Global 100. Web: http://www.gtlaw.com Twitter: @GT_Law.



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WORCESTER, MASS. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Bruce Bursten, a chemistry and biochemistry professor at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), has been named by the American Chemical Society (ACS) to receive the 2020 ACS Award for Distinguished Service in the Advancement of Inorganic Chemistry.

The annual award recognizes individuals who have advanced inorganic chemistry by significant service and outstanding research. The award cites Bursten "for distinguished contributions to inorganic chemistry as an outstanding researcher in inorganic electronic structure and bonding, inspirational teacher and author, and forward-thinking leader."

Bursten will receive the award in March at the ACS National Meeting in Philadelphia. The event will include a symposium in his honor.

"I am deeply humbled to receive this award from the American Chemical Society," Bursten said. "To be selected to receive this award by peers within my discipline is a very special honor to me. I am grateful to my students and colleagues who have given me such a rich and satisfying career in chemistry."

Bursten's research centers on the correlation of theoretical and experimental electronic structural data with the bonding and reactivity patterns of metal-containing molecules. He is the author or co-author of more than 160 research papers, and he has presented more than 200 research seminars at universities other than WPI, national laboratories, and companies. He is also a co-author of one of the leading textbooks in college general chemistry, currently in its 14th edition.

Bursten is a former provost of WPI. He has served as chairman of the ACS Division of Inorganic Chemistry, as president of ACS, and as chairman of the chemistry division of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). His honors include a Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation Teacher-Scholar Award, an Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Fellowship, the Spiers Medal and Prize from the Royal Society of Chemistry in the United Kingdom, and the Morley Medal of the Cleveland Section of the ACS. He has also received the Catalyst Award, a teaching honor, from the American Chemistry Council. He is a fellow of AAAS and ACS.

Bursten received a bachelor of science in chemistry, with honors, from the University of Chicago in 1974, and a PhD in chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1978.

"We congratulate Dr. Bursten for his tremendous contribution to the field of inorganic chemistry," said Jean King, Peterson Family Dean of Arts and Sciences at WPI. "We are very proud when our faculty are nationally recognized for their contributions, and grateful that the American Chemical Society saw fit to recognize our distinguished colleague."

About Worcester Polytechnic Institute

WPI, the global leader in project-based learning, is a distinctive, top-tier technological university founded in 1865 on the principle that students learn most effectively by applying the theory learned in the classroom to the practice of solving real-world problems. Recognized by the National Academy of Engineering with the 2016 Bernard M. Gordon Prize for Innovation in Engineering and Technology Education, WPI's pioneering project-based curriculum engages undergraduates in solving important scientific, technological, and societal problems throughout their education and at more than 50 project centers around the world. WPI offers more than 50 bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs across 14 academic departments in science, engineering, technology, business, the social sciences, and the humanities and arts. Its faculty and students pursue groundbreaking research to meet ongoing challenges in health and biotechnology; robotics and the internet of things; advanced materials and manufacturing; cyber, data, and security systems; learning science; and more. http://www.wpi.edu

Contact:

Alison Duffy
Director of Strategic Communications
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Worcester, Massachusetts
508-831-6656; 508-340-5040 (cell)
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PLEASANTON, CALIF. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Celebrating the 2020 Dreammakers and Risktakers Awards means joining top regional business leaders to honor Tri-Valley students who are innovating the future.

Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership Group, a business-led organization that showcases student risktakers as essential contributors to the regional innovation ecosystem, has announced the 12 student award recipients for the January 23, 2020, Dreammakers and Risktakers Awards event at The Palm Event Center in Pleasanton.

"Our community is inspired by these students from all across the region who lead with grit, technical competence, and the heartfelt desire to make the world a better place" said Lynn Naylor, CEO of Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership Group. "This heartwarming event shines a spotlight on the next generation of incredible young leaders and their commitment to empathy, equity and boundless innovation."

2020 Dreammaker and Risktaker Award Recipients:

Inspired by an ocular challenge he experienced as a young child, Dublin High School student inventor Jeffrey Tan designed an Electrotactile Braille Display that allows braille readers to more easily read computer screens with a braille display that is refreshable and uniquely affordable.

First generation college student Alexander Vasquez, was not daunted even by some of the most challenging course work Las Positas College has to offer in chemical engineering. Vasquez, excelled on a challenging project to stabilize DNA and RNA without refrigeration, so medical samples can be stored at room temperature with less risk during power outages expected even more often in the future due to climate change.

Seven Granada High School students turned their frustration into action as they faced the rapidly spreading vaping epidemic in their community, and moved beyond health and wellness education into effective political advocacy. The student lead team that effectively channeled their collective and powerful voice includes Livermore students Alessandra Beltran, Ahalya Rajesh, Ariella Stewart, Dario Stewart, Will Taggert, Meadow Walton and Mason Wolf.

Described as wise beyond her years, Megan Sloan of Amador Valley High School was involved in the creation of a cell phone app called the PRIDE button that recognizes students for positive behavior on campus. An active leader serving on many student committees, Megan excels in creating inclusive, empathetic projects that help all students to feel connected in a warm, kind and accepting school environment.

Maodan Tohouri is so dedicated to being a force for change that she was recently invited to speak at an International Teen Conference in Nepal, where she inspired other young leaders with ideas about how they can make a difference in their own communities. A Tri-Valley Regional Occupational Program student, Maodan is the president of Students for Social Change, Communication Coordinator at Student Voice, and she also serves on the planning committee for the Tri-Valley Climate Summit.

Foothill High School student Myles Molnar will be honored for spreading optimism, determination and positivity with his fellow high school students, all while managing his personal challenge of paralysis from a wrestling injury. Myles is an inspiration to everyone around him, never complaining and continuing to work hard to do everything he always planned to accomplish - all by innovating new ways to achieve success in his new world.

About the 2020 Dreammakers and Risktakers Awards Event

Join NBC Bay Area news anchor, Jessica Aguirre, Master of Ceremonies for this annual lunch event presented by Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership Group.

Thursday, January 23rd, 2020 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Palm Event Center, 1184 Vineyard Avenue, Pleasanton, CA
event tickets: $55 for ITVLG members, $65 for non-members



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JACKSONVILLE, FLA. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

SIG University, a comprehensive online training and certification program focused on strategic sourcing, governance practices and methodologies, third-party risk management and digital transformation has added a fourth professional certification to its educational portfolio. Enrollment is now open for all certification programs that begin on January 20.

The Certified Intelligent Automation Professional program was developed in partnership with Virtual Operations, experts in digital transformation and intelligent process automation. Geared toward the time-constrained professional, this six-week online program provides training on the steps to identify automation candidates and tools, including best practices to identify, design and develop an automation program.

A sampling of the program's courses include:

Introduction to Intelligent Process Automation

Automation Program Approach

Opportunity Assessment

Delivery Lifecycle

Sustaining an Intelligent Process Automation Program

Transforming Operations Through Automation

This advanced training program was developed for:

Professionals who want to gain an understanding into the delivery of automation projects, including best practices and common pitfalls.

Those looking to use automation to solve major business problems and deliver business objectives.

Teams that need to identify viable automation candidates and how best to prioritize those selected.

Anyone looking to transform operations through intelligent process automation.

"Enabling our clients to become adept at automation is a key part of our approach,'' said James Swinford, CEO and Co-Founder of Virtual Operations. "Working together, we can achieve far more than either could by working in isolation. The program has modules specifically aimed at operations professionals and C-suite executives as well as rapidly upskilling the technical team. Working with SIG University has helped our enablement work to reach an even higher level as well as broaden our audience."

"Smart people don't want to do dumb work," said SIG President and CEO Dawn Tiura, CSP, CSMP, C3PRMP. "By automating such tasks as invoice processing or accounts reconciliation, a correctly implemented intelligent process automation program will free up resources so your team can focus on the strategic tasks and business objectives that make an actual impact on the bottom line."

SIG University was created at the request of SIG members who saw an educational training gap in today's workforce. Since its inception in 2016, SIG University has seen tremendous growth and organizational adoption, with over 1,000 students from over 150 companies representing 17 countries. Upon graduation, SIG University students earn an internationally recognized industry credential as a Certified Sourcing Professional (CSP), Certified Third Party Risk Management Professional (C3PRMP), Certified Supplier Management Professional (CSMP) or Certified Intelligent Process Automation Professional (CIAP).

SIG University is currently enrolling students for classes that begin on January 20. Closed cohorts are available for groups and discounts up to 20% are available for companies enrolling teams. Visit the SIG University website for a complete listing of all certification programs and detailed curriculum guide.

About SIG University
SIG University is the premier training and certification program for sourcing, outsourcing and risk professionals looking to enhance their practical experience with the latest industry education. SIG University was founded on the ideals of elevating sourcing and risk professionals to deliver strategic value to the corporation. SIG University is an inclusive, internationally recognized university with a mission of advancing the sourcing and risk management industries and transforming careers.

About SIG
SIG is a membership organization that provides thought leadership and networking opportunities to executives in sourcing, procurement, outsourcing and risk from Fortune 500 and Global 1000 companies and the advisors who serve them. SIG is widely known as a forum for sharing "next" practices and thought leadership through live networking events, virtual forums and a comprehensive online SIG Resource Center (SRC), which was developed by and for professionals in sourcing and outsourcing. The organization is unique in that it blends practitioners, service providers and advisory firms in a non-commercial environment. SIG is also the parent organization for SIG University, a one-of-a-kind certification and training program for professionals and executives seeking deep expertise in sourcing and governance for themselves or their teams, as well as Future of Sourcing, which provides unrivaled digital content for the opinion-formers and decision-makers at the heart of the outsourcing space.

About Virtual Operations
With operations in USA, Canada, Europe and the Far East, Virtual Operations was launched in 2012 as a highly specialized automation and digital transformation consultancy. Since then it has delivered projects with returns on investment for tens of millions per year to its clients. It has a 100% project delivery record and is renowned for using automation and process excellence to solve major business problems or deliver strategic business goals. Virtual Operations developed and owns the world's largest third party Automation Academy which is part of its ethos of client-enablement. Virtual Operations was recently awarded the highly prestigious Future of Sourcing Award for Automation Value Delivery.



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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

The International Lidar Mapping Forum (ILMF) has announced that Tara O'Shea, Director of Forest Programs at Planet, will give a keynote presentation titled Combining Remote Sensing & Analytics Technologies: Emerging Environmental Applications. This highly anticipated keynote, the first of several available to both ILMF and the co-located ASPRS Annual Conference attendees, will kick off three days of conference programming on March 23, 2020, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC.

During her presentation, Tara will examine the explosion in the availability of remotely sensed data over the past decade and its impact on emerging environmental and climate applications. Tara will also showcase applications that combine Planet's unique global dataset with lidar data to create innovative capabilities in monitoring forest carbon stocks and emissions, mapping wildfire risk, and more. A full description of the keynote can be viewed here.

"We take immense pride in organizing a conference program that is highly technical in principle," states Lisa Murray, Group Director at Diversified Communications. "So, whenever we identify a presentation that not only meets those technical standards but is also topical, in the way that Tara's presentation is relevant to wildfires and climate change, it's an obvious inclusion."

With a background in sustainable land use and climate change, Tara O'Shea serves as the Director of Forest Programs at Planet where she oversees the company's strategy for leveraging its Earth observation capacity to help improve the world's ability to monitor global forests today - and account for the value of forests in the global economy tomorrow.

"We're elated to have Tara represent Planet as a keynote speaker at ILMF 2020," enthuses Bill Emison, Conference Chair at Diversified Communications. "The use of small satellites is revolutionizing the commercial remote sensing industry and Planet's innovative imaging and analysis products are at the forefront of that revolution."

Registration for the 20th edition of ILMF, taking place with the ASPRS Annual Conference and the MAPPS Federal Programs Conference, as part of Geo Week 2020, is now open. Event organizers recommend registering early for the best price and to avoid lines onsite. To register, please visit: https://xpressreg.com/register/ilmf0320/landing.asp?sc=208910

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About International Lidar Mapping Forum
International Lidar Mapping Forum (ILMF) is a technical conference & exhibition focused on airborne, terrestrial, and underwater lidar as well as emerging remote-sensing and data collection tools and technology used for applications including Asset Management, Civil Infrastructure, Coastal Zone Mapping, Emergency Services & Disaster Response, Land and Natural Resource Management, and Urban Modeling.

ILMF is part of a network of events and media for the global geospatial market organized by Diversified Communications, a leading organizer of conferences, trade shows, and online media with 15 years in the geospatial arena, including Commercial UAV Expo Americas, Commercial UAV Europe, Commercial UAV News, International Lidar Mapping Forum, SPAR 3D Expo & Conference, SPAR3D.com, AEC Next Technology Expo + Conference and AEC Next News. For more information, visit lidarmap.org.

About Geo Week
Geo Week is a multi-event collaboration including participation from International Lidar Mapping Forum, ASPRS Annual Conference, and MAPPS Federal Programs Conference to accomplish a year of geospatial business in just one week.

Each of the three events will retain the distinct educational programs their respective attendees have come to rely upon for industry news and information as well as career development. Various conference pass options are available to allow attendees to take part in any or all programming and activities. For more information regarding Geo Week, please visit geo-week.com.

About Diversified Communications
Diversified Communications is a leading international media company with a portfolio of face-to-face exhibitions and conferences, online communities and digital and print publications. As producers of these market-leading products Diversified Communications connects, educates and strengthens business communities in over 14 industries including food and beverage, healthcare, natural and organic, business management and technology. Established in 1949 and headquartered in Portland, Maine, USA with divisions and offices around the world, Diversified Communications remains a privately held, third generation, family-owned business. For more information, visit http://www.divcom.com.



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OCALA, FL (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Dr. Nickelice Brand and Hiossen Implant welcome dentists and dental implant specialists to a one-day event at the Hiossen corporate office in Orlando, FL on January 16, 2020. A dentist in Ocala, FL who places over 1,000 dental implants each year, Dr. Brand will lend his expertise to fellow dentists and implant specialists, as well as their staff, on how to best serve patients in need of advanced dental implant procedures. The event will be held at 6 p.m. at the Hiossen office located at 200 E Robinson Street, Suite 210 in Orlando, FL.

At the event, Dr. Brand will train dental professionals and their staffs how to improve patient education on their dental implant options. The goal is to help dentists and implant specialists train their staff to effectively communicate with dental implant patients and schedule them for the best possible treatment for their case.

Dr. Brand is passionate about helping improve dental care in his community as well as across the country. With over 25 years of experience as a dentist in Ocala, FL, Dr. Brand has learned how to connect with his staff and his patients in order to improve patients' overall experience. He values sharing that knowledge with fellow dentists and implant specialists to help them improve care at their own practices as well.

At his practice, Dental Implants of Ocala, Dr. Brand offers some of the most advanced dental implant procedures available in the industry. Utilizing the latest in technology, Dr. Brand can replace a single missing tooth, multiple missing teeth, or an entire arch of missing teeth with permanent, stable dental implants. In addition to traditional dental implants, Dr. Brand also offers ceramic dental implants for patients who would prefer a metal-free tooth replacement. For those needing full mouth dental implants, Dr. Brand can provide full-arch restoration in just one day using as few as four dental implants.

Those looking to replace missing teeth from Orlando to Ocala, FL are invited to connect with Dr. Brand for a dental implant consultation. To learn more about Dr. Brand, Dental Implants of Ocala, or the Hiossen event on January 16, visit http://www.dentalimplantsofocala.com or call 352-653-2500.

About the Dentist

Dental Implants of Ocala offers specialized and all-inclusive dental implant treatment to patients of Marion County, including Ocala, FL and beyond. Dr. Nickelice Brand, the practice's leading implant dentist, has over 25 years of experience and focuses solely on providing innovative implant solutions for his patients. Placing over 1,000 implants a year, Dr. Brand has retained a 98 percent implant success rate and an even higher level of patient satisfaction. The team at Dental Implants of Ocala remains up to date on implant dentistry's most innovative and unique technologies, including bone morphogenetic protein and CeraRoot ceramic dental implants, to ensure the highest standard of care and most predictable treatment outcomes. To learn more about Dental Implants of Ocala and their innovative implant care, visit http://www.dentalimplantsofocala.com or call 352-653-2500.




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COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Colorado Technical University (CTU) once again ranks among the Best Online Programs lists by U.S. News & World Report. For six consecutive years, CTU has ranked for Best Online Bachelor's Programs, Best Online Bachelor's Programs for Veterans, among other online education categories from U.S. News.

"At CTU, we pride ourselves on industry-relevant programs and our dedication to students," shared Andrew H. Hurst, University President. "We are honored to rank among the universities in the Best Online Programs list for the sixth consecutive year."

U.S. News & World Report, a globally-respected organization and authority in education rankings, gathers data from colleges and universities on factors that weigh how programs are being delivered and their effectiveness at awarding affordable degrees in a reasonable amount of time.

For instance, the Best Online Bachelor's Programs rankings assess institutions based on four criteria, including student engagement, faculty credentials and training, student services and technology, and peer reputation. Only regionally accredited public, private and for-profit intuitions are considered.

"Inclusion in the U.S. News & World Report rankings is a testament to CTU's academic standards and the dedicated work of our University's faculty and staff," said Dr. Connie Johnson, Ed.D, Chief Academic Officer and Provost.

In total, CTU ranked for the following 2020 online education categories by U.S. News:

Best Online Bachelor's Programs (6th consecutive year)

Best Online Bachelor's Programs for Veterans (6th consecutive year)

Best Online Graduate Criminal Justice Programs (6th consecutive year)

Best Online MBA Programs (5th consecutive year)

Best Online Graduate Business Programs, Excluding MBA (5th consecutive year)

Best Online Graduate Computer Information Technology Programs (6th consecutive year)

Best Online Graduate Engineering Programs (3rd consecutive year)

Best Online Graduate Nursing Programs (2nd consecutive year)

About Colorado Technical University

Since 1965, Colorado Technical University (CTU) has helped students fit a real-world education into their busy daily lives. With more than 100 degree programs and concentrations available, students can pursue a variety of degrees at the associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level. CTU offers flexible online classes, accessible through the University's Virtual Campus or the innovative CTU Mobile app. CTU also maintains two ground campus locations in Colorado Springs and Aurora, Colo. For more information about CTU, visit http://www.coloradotech.edu.

Colorado Technical University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. CTU cannot guarantee employment, salary or career advancement CTU is a member of Perdoceo Education Corporation (NASDAQ:PRDO). For more information, visit http://www.perdoceoed.com.

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DEARBORN, MICH. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

The Henry Ford's attractions and signature events recorded nearly record-breaking attendance number in 2019 with more than 1.8 million guests visiting the institution's campus. This is the highest attendance for the institution since 2012, when the institution hosted the widely popular Titanic exhibit.

The Henry Ford's signature programs, Hallowe'en and Holiday Nights in Greenfield Village, both surpassed attendance goals seeing their second highest years ever, welcoming more than 168,000 visitors combined. The Ford Rouge Factory Tour also recorded its second highest attendance to-date with more than 150,000 visitors.

"At The Henry Ford, our greatest strengths are our collections, venues and of course, our people," said Patricia Mooradian, president & CEO of The Henry Ford. "We have embraced an entrepreneurial spirit that is driving our mission and business forward and I'm most proud of the impact we are making not only within our community but throughout our great state and the world."

The Henry Ford has a direct impact on the Michigan economy and bringing unique visitors to the state. In 2018 alone, The Henry Ford's visitors spent more than $203 million in the Detroit area, contributed more than $181 million to the statewide economy and more than $298 million when secondary affects are added. Details on 2019 economic impact are still being calculated and will be finalized later this quarter.

The institution also saw an increase of 37 percent in out-of-state visitation, which can be linked to the success and partnership with the Pure Michigan campaign, its two national television shows, The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation and Did I Mention Invention? and its Invention Convention Worldwide programming. In 2019, the television shows reached more than 85 million viewers and more than 120,000 students from across the country and around the globe participated in Invention Conventions.

This year is shaping up to be another major year for the institution with the opening of Plum Market Kitchen in February, blockbuster exhibitions including the Midwest Premiere of Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes in March and Apollo: When We Went to the Moon in October, and the permanent exhibition Driven to Win in June. For more information on The Henry Ford visit thehenryford.org

About The Henry Ford
Located in Dearborn, Michigan, The Henry Ford, a globally-recognized destination, fosters inspiration and learning from hands-on encounters with artifacts that represent the most comprehensive collection anywhere focusing on innovation, ingenuity and resourcefulness in America. Its unique venues include Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, Greenfield Village, Ford Rouge Factory Tour, Benson Ford Research Center and Henry Ford Academy, a public charter high school. Together with its online presence at thehenryford.org, its national television programs, The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation and Did I Mention Invention? and other resources, The Henry Ford helps individuals of all kinds to unlock their potential and help shape a better future. The Henry Ford advanced its role as a catalyst for change in education with the acquisition of Invention Convention Worldwide, a growing affiliation of organizations dedicated to fostering innovation, invention and entrepreneurship in students, K-12. With this merger, The Henry Ford is now home to the Michigan Invention Convention and the Invention Convention U.S. Nationals, during which thousands of students from across the United States participate.



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MORRISTOWN, N.J. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

The Financial Education & Research Foundation (FERF)—the independent non-profit research affiliate of Financial Executives International (FEI)—today released the findings of its annual Audit Fee Survey. The survey was sponsored by Workiva(NYSE:WK), provider of the world's leading connected reporting and compliance platform.

Capturing trends from the 2019 audit season, FERF's 2019 Audit Fee Survey Report indicates the growth in average audit fees remains strong. Overall, average audit fees increased 4.25 percent from 2017 to 2018 citing changes in the standards from the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) as the primary driver. Public companies reported more change in the amount of audit work by external auditors pursuant to obtaining an auditor's report on the financial statements than their private and nonprofit counterparts. Private companies reported a median increase of 8 percent, while nonprofits reported no median increase.

Reasons cited for fee increases in the public sector are in sync with prior years' reports; leading with the impact of new standards from the FASB at 66 percent, particularly those related to revenue and leases. Other contributing factors include high levels of mergers and acquisition activity at 36 percent and a focus on revenue recognition at 34 percent. The private sector and nonprofits cited inflation and negotiation with the primary auditor as primary reasons. The largest change to audit fee averages by industry was cited by Depository Institutions -- 22.94 percent due to preparation for credit losses
CECL adoption.    

Top Two 10-Year Learnings
Findings over the past 10-years have shown:

Large discrepancy in the size of fliers. Smaller firms have reported a decrease in audit fees while larger firms have seen increases.

Companies are paying more per hour. Average hourly audit fees have increased from $216 per hour in 2009 to more than $283 in 2019.

"FEI members have experienced significant change in the audit process over the past decade and this study reflects the challenges they have faced in containing the cost of the audit. The 2019 audit season shows that as accounting change continues, that trend is uninterrupted," said Andrej Suskavcevic, CAE, President and CEO of Financial Executives International and Financial Education & Research Foundation.

Methodology and Sources
FERF's 2019 Audit Fee Survey Report examines total fees companies paid to external auditors on auditing and related services in 2018. The report is based on responses from more than 340 financial executives at public companies, private companies and non-profit organizations. In addition, the report also examines audit fees as reported by a larger sample of 6,300 SEC filers.

Audit fee information obtained from SEC filings were provided by idaciti. The survey was sponsored by Workiva. FERF's 2019 Audit Fee Survey Report can be obtained by visiting the online FERF bookstore at http://www.ferf.org/reports.

About Workiva
Workiva, provider of the world's leading connected reporting and compliance platform, is used by thousands of enterprises across 180 countries, including more than 75 percent of Fortune 500 companies, and by government agencies. Our customers have linked over five billion data elements to trust their data, reduce risk and save time. For more information about Workiva (NYSE:WK), please visit workiva.com.

FORTUNE and FORTUNE 500 are registered trademarks of Fortune Media IP Limited and are used under license. FORTUNE and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Workiva Inc. Note: Claim not confirmed by FORTUNE or Fortune Media IP Limited.

About idaciti
idaciti was founded by a team passionate about financial analysis and reporting who wanted to provide
financial professionals with a modern software solution to solve their biggest challenges. The company founders realized that financial professionals needed a tool to make accessing, analyzing and visualizing financial and non-financial data easier and more intuitive. By using XBRL to parse public records, idaciti
is able to provide this data and then makes it possible for users to visualize the data they discover on the platform to build clear and compelling reports.

For more details visit us at http://www.idaciti.com.

About Financial Education & Research Foundation, Inc.
Financial Education & Research Foundation (FERF) is the non-profit 501(c)(3) research affiliate of Financial Executives International (FEI). FERF researchers identify key financial issues and develop impartial, timely research reports for FEI members and nonmembers alike, in a variety of publication formats. FERF relies primarily on voluntary tax-deductible contributions from corporations and individuals, and publications can be ordered by logging onto https://www.financialexecutives.org/Research.aspx

About FEI
Financial Executives International (FEI) is the leading advocate for the views of corporate financial management. Its more than 10,000 members hold policy-making positions as chief financial officers, treasurers and controllers at companies from every major industry. FEI enhances member professional development through peer networking, career management services, conferences, research and publications. Members participate in the activities of more than 65 Chapters in the U.S. FEI is located in Morristown, NJ. Visit http://www.financialexecutives.org for more information.




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NEW YORK (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Antidote Technologies today announced the findings from a recent survey of 4,000 patients and caregivers about their attitudes towards clinical research. The survey was developed and distributed in partnership with Scorr Marketing and eight advocacy organizations: Allergy & Asthma Network, American Kidney Fund, GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer, Healthline, JDRF, Lupus Research Alliance, Melanoma Research Alliance, and Multiple Sclerosis Association of America. Among the findings in the study was a clear distinction in the motivation between white individuals and people of color, regardless of condition, when considering volunteering for research.

People of color have traditionally been underrepresented in clinical research. Nearly 40% of the population in the United States are racial and ethnic minorities, but estimated rates of research participation for these groups range from 2% to 16%.[1,2] For example, Latinos make up 18% of the American population, but just 1% of the clinical trial participant population.[2] A lack of trust stemming from historical events such as the Tuskegee Study has been cited as a major barrier to participation. In order to develop drugs that are effective for everyone living with a particular condition, diverse participation in clinical trials is needed.

The survey revealed several factors that affect the participation of people of color, including trial type preferences, motivations for and barriers to taking part in a clinical trial, and logistical factors. Highlights include:

Trial type: While white individuals were more likely to take part in a trial overall, non-white individuals were more likely to take part in an observational trial (83% vs. 79%).

Engagement: Hispanic and non-white individuals were more interested in talking with those responsible for the research than their non-Hispanic, white peers were (83% vs. 74%). And, people of color were also more interested in hearing from peers who have participated in research (77% vs. 73%).

Motivation: The segment of non-white individuals who had taken part in a trial in the past were least likely to say that following their doctor's recommendation was a major factor in their trial participation (33% vs. 25%).

Logistics: Non-white individuals were significantly more interested in home visits than were white individuals (59% vs. 38%). The same was true for Hispanic versus non-Hispanic individuals (62% vs. 40%).

Financial incentives: Hispanic and non-white individuals rated financial factors, such as payment, reimbursement, and receipt of free or reduced care, as significantly more important than did their white, non-Hispanic peers.

"I often hear from Antidote's patient advocacy group partners about the need to even the scales in terms of research diversity," said Lindsey Wahlstrom-Edwards, Head of Partnerships at Antidote. "These survey findings suggest that catering study design, outreach approach, and logistical support to specific populations will reduce barriers to participation and result in drugs that are effective for all those in need. This is especially critical in conditions that disproportionately affect communities of color, like lupus, asthma, diabetes, and Alzheimer's disease."

For details on the findings of this survey, please download Antidote's whitepapers here: http://www.antidote.me/antidote-whitepapers.

About Antidote

Antidote is a digital health company on a mission to accelerate medical research. In a world where 80% of clinical trials are delayed or closed due to lack of participants, Antidote uses precision recruitment to match the right patients with the right trials. Antidote strikes the right balance between technology and human touch to deliver high-quality patient engagement through the integration of data-driven technologies, digital expertise, deep domain experience, a diverse partner network, and personalized patient and site services. Antidote was launched as TrialReach and is based in the US and UK. For more information, please visit http://www.antidote.me.

Media Contacts

Lisa Conroy
Director of Communications, Antidote
lisa@antidote.me
215-872-2917

Grace McElroy
Vice President, Marketing and Partnerships
grace@antidote.me
914-643-5260

References

1. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: United States. (2018, July 1). Retrieved November 20, 2019, from https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/US/PST045218.

2. DeArment, A. MedCityNews. (2019, July . As precision medicine grows, so does the importance of clinical trial diversity. Retrieved November 20, 2019, from https://medcitynews.com/2019/07/as-precision-medicine-grows-so-does-the-importance-of-clinical-trial-diversity/.



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MIAMI (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Today at the Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC), zSpace Inc., Silicon Valley-based edtech provider, and MEL Science, London-based VR and hands-on learning science education specialists, announced a partnership to bring MEL Science's curriculum-based chemistry courses to zSpace's augmented and virtual (AR/VR) education platform.

This partnership delivers the MEL Chemistry application and lesson plans to millions of students around the world, expanding content available to zSpace users. As of today, 10 activities for middle school and 39 for high school are available through MEL Chemistry, including lessons and makerspace labs that provide open-ended creation opportunities and hands-on learning activities.

With MEL Chemistry on zSpace, students use AR and VR to experience being inside pure substances, mixtures, and even atoms. MEL Chemistry provides an engaging visualization and explanation of chemistry concepts - from atoms to molecules, including the periodic table, gas laws, and isomerism. This hands-on learning and technology bolstered approach to education enables students to unlock deeper levels of engagement and understanding of chemistry concepts.

"We are delighted to be partnering with zSpace to bring chemistry lessons to life for millions of students. At MEL Science, we are passionate about using the latest innovative technology to enrich education for young people, and embracing interactive VR is a great way for students to build an intuitive understanding," said Vassili Philippov, CEO of MEL Science.

"What makes AR and VR learning experiences so effective is the ability for students to experiment and explore real scenarios that provide a path to future education and career opportunities," said Paul Kellenberger, CEO of zSpace. "Our partnership with MEL Science delivers exciting lessons, simulations and experiments that will inspire future chemists and scientists."

zSpace will be at FETC in Miami, January 15 - 17, 2020, demonstrating MEL Chemistry in booth 1002.

About MEL Science
MEL Science is a science education platform combining hands-on and interactive digital resources for home and school use. Its new VR Chemistry app is the virtual reality component of this, and takes invisible atomic and molecular level chemistry concepts and makes them visible, and in turn, understandable experiences at a human scale. Students can 'fly' inside various molecules, build their own in an atomic level makerspace and take quick quizzes to test understanding. Making abstract concepts intuitive is one of the highest value use cases for VR and MEL has developed an effective learning resource, proven to engage students and improve test scores. MEL is built on our belief that real learning is understanding fundamental processes, rather than cramming yourself with isolated pieces of knowledge.

About zSpace
zSpace powers the global delivery of spatial content. A privately held, venture-backed company located in San Jose, California, it has more than 50 patents. zSpace has already disrupted the education market – more than a million students have benefited from learning with zSpace. Its technology also has applications in healthcare, entertainment, shopping, social media, gaming and more. zSpace was named "Cool Vendor" by Gartner, Inc., "Best in Show at ISTE" by Tech & Learning Magazine for three consecutive years and ranked two years in a row on the Inc. 500 list of fastest-growing companies. Visit http://www.zspace.com, or follow @zSpace on Twitter.



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DURHAM, N.C. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

MetaMetrics, developer of the Lexile Framework for Reading, today announced an extension of the Lexile scale to measure pre-literacy skills for students learning to read. Now Lexile measures and the new test items in the Lexile Item Bank can be used to assess alphabet knowledge, phonological awareness and phonics, as well as vocabulary and reading comprehension, for preK through 12th grade.

The Lexile Framework places both the student and instructional materials on the same scale to match the learner with reading resources at their ability level. This scientific, objective reading measure now also assesses emergent literacy skills. For educators, this extension of the Lexile scale offers continuity and a seamless way to set goals and track progress of emerging readers.

"Research shows that a student's reading proficiency by third grade is a strong predictor of high school graduation and career success," said Malbert Smith, CEO and co-founder of MetaMetrics. "With our new pre-literacy items, education companies can develop products that will help educators accelerate literacy skill growth for young learners, English language learners and anyone who is learning how to read."

The extended Lexile scale is already being used by Jiliguala, a mobile app for helping young Chinese learners build English language skills. More than 25 million preschoolers in 2,300 towns and cities throughout China are learning English with Jiliguala's engaging, game-based app.

The Lexile scale is based on a firm foundation of academic research and scientific rigor that has validated MetaMetrics' assessment items over the last 30 years. To extend the scale to provide measures for emerging readers, the company conducted a field study with a diverse population of nearly 2,000 students in preschool, kindergarten and first grade.

About MetaMetrics
MetaMetrics is an award-winning education technology organization that offers the only scientifically valid, universal scales for measuring reading (Lexile) and math (Quantile) with plans to develop measures for listening, oral reading fluency and writing. The Lexile and Quantile Frameworks measure student ability and the complexity of the content they encounter. Lexile and Quantile measures and related technologies link assessment to instruction and provide next steps for students of all ages and abilities. The measures also provide valuable insights about students' potential for growth. MetaMetrics' measures, products and services are licensed to dozens of education product companies to help achieve that growth. For 35 years, MetaMetrics' work has been increasingly recognized for its research-based approach to improving learning. For more information, visit metametricsinc.com.




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BOSTON (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Dr. YiDing Yu, Chief Medical Officer at Verata Health, will be presenting with Jon Shaker of New England Baptist Hospital (NEBH), at the HFMA Massachusetts-Rhode Island Revenue Cycle Conference on Friday, January 17, 2020. Together, Dr. Yu and Shaker will discuss the prior authorization challenges faced at NEBH, the process of implementing artificial intelligence at the hospital, and how Verata's technology has dramatically improved patient throughput, prevented surprise medical bills, and reduced hospital write-offs.

A member of Beth Israel Lahey Health based in Boston, Massachusetts, New England Baptist Hospital is ranked one of the country's top hospitals for orthopedics and the exclusive hospital partner of the Boston Celtics. Jon Shaker is Executive Director of Surgical Business Operations & Patient Access at NEBH, and has spearheaded innovations at the hospital to streamline surgical scheduling and improve patient satisfaction.

"We're extremely excited to present at HFMA's Annual Conference this week in Foxboro. New England Baptist Hospital has implemented new processes and technologies that are not only improving our operations and financial health, but also improving the care and customer service we deliver to our patients," said Shaker. "We've partnered with Dr. YiDing Yu and Verata Health to dramatically increase patient access, reduce write-offs, and decrease turnaround times for prior authorizations. We're looking forward to sharing new ideas and strategies with attendees and helping them to do the same."

Dr. Yu and Shaker will share the success stories and lessons learned from the hospital's implementation of Verata Health's artificial intelligence technology. Automating both simple and clinically-complex prior authorization for all payers, Verata Health enables Frictionless Prior Authorization to streamline operations, improve timely access to care, and reduce surprise medical bills for patients and costly write-offs for doctors and hospitals.

"Prior authorizations are the most expensive administrative task a hospital or clinic undertakes. Beyond the cost of $20-50 per submission, it costs tens of thousands of dollars per physician in patient delays and insurance write-offs every year," said Dr. Yu, who is a practicing physician in Boston, lecturer at Harvard Medical School, and Chief Medical Officer at Verata Health. "My hope is to increase awareness of this issue and demonstrate how emerging technologies like Verata can relieve those costs, and refocus our efforts on delivering the best patient care."

HFMA is a national association dedicated to improving financial management among health care organizations. Its two-day Massachusetts-Rhode Island Revenue Cycle Conference, "2020 Vision: See Your Revenue Cycle Succeed!" will be held at Gillette Stadium, home of the New England Patriots, and will feature prominent speakers covering revenue cycle topics affecting hospitals and health systems today.

About Verata Health
Verata Health is a physician-led company changing the way medical practices and hospitals tackle the challenges presented by obtaining prior authorization. By leveraging powerful artificial intelligence, Verata Health automates both simple and complex prior authorizations to deliver immediate financial value and help patients get the right care at the right time. For more information please visit http://www.veratahealth.com.




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BOULDER, COLO. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Enterprise Management Associates (EMA), a leading IT and data management research and consulting firm, today announced it will host a webinar titled "Digital Transformation and the Speed of Business," featuring Dan Twing, President and COO at EMA, and Tim Eusterman, Senior Director of Solutions Marketing at BMC.

A primary goal of digital transformation is to modernize applications to leverage new infrastructures and integrate with new applications so they can support the real-time information requirements of digital business outcomes. Unfortunately, many traditional core business applications are based on legacy architectures that do not have the integration, automation, or orchestration capabilities to support newly envisioned digital service workflows. These applications can hold back and slow down digital transformation efforts.

According to a recent EMA study, 74% of respondents feel digital transformation requires more from their scheduling solutions, and 61% feel that the number of scheduling problems directly affecting business outcomes is increasing.

One reason scheduling problems are increasing is that silos of automation are more prevalent than ever. This is occurring because traditional scheduling solutions have not adapted to new workflows being built in hybrid-cloud environments. To keep up with today's speed of business, organizations are pushing their integration, automation, and orchestration capabilities to the limit, often losing time building from scratch solutions that already exist.

During this webinar, Twing and Eusterman will discuss these challenges and solutions to overcome them, as well as provide insights into:

The 2019 EMA Radar Report for Workload Automation

How to prevent potential deficiencies with traditional core business applications

How to drive solution adoption within your teams, from Dev to Ops, to ensure consistency and value at speed

A case study highlighting business benefits and outcomes of leveraging a single end-to-end workflow orchestration solution

The webinar is Wednesday, January 29 at 12:00 p.m. Eastern. Registration is available at http://info.enterprisemanagement.com/digital-transformation-and-the-speed-of-business-webinar-pr.

About EMA
Founded in 1996, EMA is a leading industry analyst firm that specializes in providing deep insight across the full spectrum of IT and data management technologies. EMA analysts leverage a unique combination of practical experience, insight into industry best practices, and in-depth knowledge of current and planned vendor solutions to help their clients achieve their goals. Learn more about EMA research, analysis, and consulting services for enterprise line of business users, IT professionals and IT vendors at http://www.enterprisemanagement.com.



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OTTAWA, ONTARIO (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

Pleora Technologies today introduced the vision industry's first artificial intelligence (AI) platform that simplifies the deployment of advanced machine learning capabilities to improve the reliability and lower the cost of visual quality inspection. The company will be demonstrating its new embedded AI Gateway at SPIE Photonics West 2020 (Booth #4263, Moscone Center, San Francisco, Feb. 4-6) and ATX West Conference 2020 (Booth # 4255, Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, Feb. 11-13).

"While AI promises to revolutionize quality inspection, integrators and designers struggle with how to cost-effectively integrate advanced capabilities into existing and new applications," said Harry Page, President, Pleora Technologies. "Pleora's AI Gateway is an evolutionary approach to AI, with plug-in machine learning skills for classification, sorting, and defect detection, combined with the flexibility to train and deploy open source or custom algorithms. Users can immediately employ AI to reduce costly inspection errors, false-positives, and secondary screenings while preparing for more advanced Internet of Things (IoT) and Industry 4.0 applications."

With Pleora's new gateway end-users and integrators can easily deploy AI skills without any additional programming knowledge. Through a simple web-based interface, images and data are uploaded to "no code" training software on a host PC, which generates a neural network that is deployed onto the Pleora AI Gateway.

For applications requiring unique AI capabilities, an operating system – built on Pleora's widely deployed eBUS SDK – provides a user-friendly framework to upload custom skills developed in Python to the gateway. Pleora's AI Gateway then automatically handles image acquisition from the camera source and sending out the processed data over GigE Vision. The gateway operating system supports development around popular open source frameworks like TensorFlow and OpenCV and leverages the built-in NVIDIA GPU for hardware acceleration.

The Pleora AI Gateway is designed to work with existing inspection hardware and software. The gateway interfaces with GigE Vision, USB3 Vision, Camera Link, and MIPI cameras from any vendor, allowing designers to retain existing infrastructure while adding AI skills to their process. The Pleora gateway receives the camera feed, automatically performs the deployed plug-in or custom AI skill, and transmits the pre-processed data over a real-time GigE Vision connection to the existing inspection application.

The highly configurable platform is built on an NVIDIA GPU that is easily upgraded for applications requiring more powerful AI image processing, and multiple gateways can be networked to enable distributed image processing to leverage the multicast capabilities of GigE Vision.

Lead customers are now evaluating the Pleora AI Gateway for use in quality inspection applications. To learn more about the Pleora AI Gateway, and to book a demo, visit https://www.pleora.com/products/artificial-intelligence/ai-gateway/.



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TOMS RIVER, N.J. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

The influential real estate investing education company Get Rich Education (GRE) won a registered trademark for the phrase: "Don't Quit Your Daydream" from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

The obvious "Don't quit your day job." play-on-words references that most people only invest for the future. That is why they must keep working at their day job into old age.

Instead, everyday people are simultaneously creating both passive income today and an appreciating asset for tomorrow with cash-flowing real estate. This buys you financial freedom and the time to live your "daydream."

Stone & Stone law firm of Toms River, NJ helped GRE earn three total registered trademarks:

Get Rich Education
Don't Quit Your Daydream
Financially-Free Beats Debt-Free

GRE Founder and new trademark owner, Keith Weinhold, points out that most people interested in wealth creation mistakenly believe: "Live below your means." Instead, "Expand your means." is the mindset that creates wealth.

Wealth creation will not occur from tracking coupon codes or retiring low interest rate debt. It is created by learning and applying concepts like: leverage, arbitrage, cash flow, and the velocity of money through strategic property investing.

Cutting expenses reduces your quality of life. Instead, increase your income with a historically proven asset class like real estate. It is available to anyone. No degree or certification course is required to become a wealthy real estate investor.

An international real estate investor himself, Weinhold built Get Rich Education to clarify how this works for everyday, busy people.

The world's #1-selling finance author Robert Kiyosaki, #1 sales trainer Grant Cardone, and legendary investor Jim Rogers all have one thing in common.

They have been guests on the popular Get Rich Education podcast that Weinhold hosts and where he teaches these simple wealth-building concepts. He signs off at the end of every show with "Don't Quit Your Daydream."



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WATERLOO, IOWA (PRWEB) JANUARY 16, 2020

Deandre Sipthekid Smith is a 28-year-old film actor born and raised in Waterloo, Iowa, and he has been able to begin a professional film acting career within his hometown.

In the year 2018, Deandre endured so much. On May 31 of 2018 Smith lost his youngest brother to gun violence. His Mother died on September 10, 2018. Smith states "I went through so much within months." Deandre then lost his beloved Grandmother in November of 2018. Deandre decided to audition for a group of independent film producers to try give himself a distraction from all his pain and grief.

"I just wanted to give myself something to look forward to, and try to do something that I always wanted to do. When you are hit with tremendous grief, you need to try to find some joy to distract you from it," stated Smith.

Deandre has acted in two released films in the last two years. His debut was in the last part of the BROS. trilogy, "BROS. Last Call" (2018), which was sold to Adler and Associates for worldwide distribution. He then acted in "Love Struck Sick" (2019), which has won the Award of Recognition at The IndieFEST Film Awards.

"This crew is full of inspiration, fun and diversity. Don Tjernagel gives everyone a chance to make their dreams come true. Working with the crew makes me feel like family and not just an actor. I try to make every opportunity count. I live my life by turning temporary situations into permanent success," stated Smith.

Deandre also has an acting role in the most recent feature film by the Donzilla Inc. crew entitled "The Moving On Phase" that will premiere at Marcus Crossroads Theater on February 13th at 7:00pm.



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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) JANUARY 15, 2020

US Sports Camps, founded in 1975, recently crossed over the 100,000 camper milestone in 2019 and is looking to new and exciting segments like ski and snowboard camps at Mt Hood to offer to its customers. MHSSC offers alpine ski racing, moguls, freestyle ski and snowboard camps.

MHSSC has been offering ski camps (and more recently, snowboard camps) since 1979. The Palmer Glacier Chairlift, which opened in 1978, brought skiers from across the country, including Mike Annett who drove out from New York to see it for himself. The very next year he began offering camps at Mt Hood. Mike Annett, and his wife Lynne, are still the owners and operators of MHSSC to this day. The couple owns the MHSSC lodge, located on the east side of the cascades, just 5 miles from the village at Government Camp and have welcomed young skiers to their camp for over four decades. MHSSC has a staff of instructors which are dedicated to each focus of skiing and snowboarding.

"I still can't believe we have the chance to offer ski and snowboard camps to our customers during summer, and on real snow!" says Westy McQueen, National Manager for US Sports Camps. "The addition of the Mt Hood Ski & Snowboard Camps is an incredible opportunity for our customers to get involved with action sports and we're so excited to be a part of that."

Palmer Glacier at Timberline Resort is the only ski area in America that is open 12 months per year. Mt Hood Ski & Snowboard Camp is the longest operating summer camp on the glacier and has private lanes for ski racing/moguls as well as access to Timberline's new, state-of-the-art Freestyle Terrain Park. MHSSC has dedicated camper lodging just 5 miles east of the mountain's main village, Government Camp, complete with a buffet dining room, bunk style rooms, two lodges, and fun on-site activities including a halfpipe skateboard ramp, mountain biking, trampoline, paintball and more. MHSSC's camp staff consists of competitive athletes and coaches in each sport discipline.

"As avid snow sports enthusiasts, we welcome the opportunity to work with US Sports Camps," says Mike Annett. "We love to help skiers and snowboarders improve and realize their dreams."

Mt Hood Ski & Snowboard Camps are offered for 13 weeks all summer-long. Each week offers the following program types: ski racing (GS and slalom), moguls, freestyle ski, and snowboard. The programs are all-inclusive overnight camps running from Sunday – Saturday each week and provide overnight accommodations, meals, instruction, most of the evening activities and round-trip airport transportation to and from Portland International Airport (restrictions apply).

For more information visit http://www.ussportscamps.com/ski-snowboard/ or call 1-800-645-3226.

About US Sports Camps

US Sports Camps, Inc., located in San Rafael, CA, is America's largest sports camp company and is the licensed operator of NIKE Sports Camps in the U.S. and Canada. US Sports Camps offers over 1,000 locations nationwide across 15 different sports.



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FRANKLIN PARK, ILL. (PRWEB) JANUARY 16, 2020

On January 14th, 2020, Ex-Cell Kaiser released the new Nature Series collection of waste and recycling receptacles.

When researching the market, there was a void in laser cut, decorative outdoor receptacles. Competitive units typically come with decals or one laser cut option, and stark black plastic liners.

Inspired by Nature, Ex-Cell Kaiser's Nature Series combines laser patterns with LEAVES or BAMBOO STALKS – no decals – with the functionality of our popular Landscape Series. For added unique quality, each unit will include a color-coordinated rigid plastic liner. The combination of these very special design elements create a striking yet simple look.

The Nature Series offers more than just visual appeal. A functional 33 gallon capacity makes the unit ideal for municipalities, parks and trails, university campuses, streetscapes and more. Featuring either TRASH or RECYCLE with corresponding universal icons laser cut into the body of the receptacles makes waste stream identification simple. Units can be mounted either in-ground or on poles, fences or wall surfaces using the mounting kits included with each receptacle.

The Nature Series is available in two standard neutral, metallic powder-coated finishes: Bronze and Malachite. As with all Ex-Cell Kaiser products, custom colors and graphics are available.

Sustainability and durability are key factors in the design and manufacturing of all Ex-Cell Kaiser products. Manufactured in the USA, the Nature Series bodies are made from heavy-duty Steel that contains over 30% recycled material, dome lids are made from aluminum that contains over 70% recycled material, and the entire unit is 100% post-consumer recyclable. The unit is equipped with a removable dome lid that is secured to the body with a plastic coated steel security lanyard to prevent theft and vandalism.

Ex-Cell Kaiser combines the shortest lead times in the industry, competitive pricing and an unmatched ability to customize any receptacle. We are listening to the marketplace and responding with new products that meet the needs and wants of customers.

"We gave the public a 'sneak peek' at this Nature Series at our Fall 2019 trade shows. End users and Distributors alike stopped in their tracks and gave us a resounding 'WOW, it's great to have attractive options like these for our Decorative Receptacles!' Function and Beauty come together in these Nature Series receptacles. Using our additive manufacturing capabilities, we responded to the marketplace needs by designing these NEW standard product offerings and remember; we can customize these and most any of our products with custom colors, graphics, your logo and branding messaging with minimal impact on our standard lead time," said Janet Kaiser, Owner and CEO at Ex-Cell Kaiser.

The complete collection of recycling receptacles is available for order on-line at http://www.ex-cell.com

ABOUT EX-CELL

Located in Franklin Park, IL, Ex-Cell Kaiser LLC is a woman owned company with over 87 years of experience. Ex-Cell makes it their mission to help your organization go green by supplying receptacles that fit your style and sustainability needs. At Ex-Cell Kaiser they can customize almost any of their products with your colors and graphics to make your receptacles a great investment. Ex-Cell Kaiser continues to be one of the leading manufacturers in the USA specializing in branded solutions, contract manufacturing, and custom designs for recycling and trash receptacles, Smokers' Oasis, hospitality products, and maintenance solutions for facilities, municipalities and organizations alike.



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PHOENIX (PRWEB) JANUARY 16, 2020

The Association for Supportive Child Care (ASCC) has been awarded a $744,000 multi-year grant from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation to deliver its Play & Learn series across Maricopa County. The program provides training and support for non-licensed childcare providers – like neighborhood babysitters and family members – where 60 percent of children in Arizona spend their early and most formative years. Children in these settings often arrive at kindergarten less prepared and with a lower ability to be successful than children who attend traditional preschool programs.

"It's an unfortunate reality that children living in poverty are less likely to receive the early learning experiences needed to prepare them for success in the school system," said businesswoman Renee Parsons. "The work of ASCC is teaching families how to bring education into the home through everyday interactions."

ASCC's Play & Learn series aims to level the playing field by building confidence among parents and caregivers by showing them they already have what it takes to support their child's development and school readiness. The program focuses on using daily activities and household items to promote critical learning and brain building opportunities.

"Education is a powerful tool in the fight against poverty," said businessman Bob Parsons. "ASCC has created a unique way to deliver important early education to children in low-income communities."

Play & Learn consists of 10 adult-child interactive sessions, led by professional educators, that create a space where families can learn together. Core topics of focus for each class include language and literacy, brain development, yoga, child development, nutrition and discipline practices. The sessions will be held in a classroom environment and anyone who cares for young children – be it parents, family members, friends or neighbors – are welcome to attend. The grant from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation will allow ASCC to bring Play & Learn programming to 200 adults and 400 children throughout Maricopa County.

"Early education is critically important to a child's development and long-term success, yet too many children in Arizona enter kindergarten without baseline skillsets simply because their families lack access to adequate resources," said ASCC CEO Nicole Newhouse. "The support from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation will allow us to expand our program and close the learning gap for economically disadvantaged children by increasing home education during early childhood."

Following the Play & Learn series, some participants will have an opportunity to continue on to participate in the Language & Literacy Technical Assistance Project (LLTAP). According to research on early literacy, the foundations for successful reading and writing are built early in life and interventions in school may be too late to fully reduce the learning disparities. The LLTAP program includes two major components: five in-home coaching sessions which teach families how to support young children's language and literacy development and to provide materials, equipment and supplies to build home libraries and reading corners. For additional information about the organization, please visit the Association for Supportive Child Care website at http://www.asccaz.org.

About The Association for Supportive Child Care
The Association for Supportive Child Care (ASCC) was founded in 1976 as a private, nonprofit corporation dedicated to shaping the future of Arizona by enhancing the quality of care for children. Every program at ASCC meets a unique set of needs within the childcare and early education field. The foundation of brain development starts before birth and continues through adulthood. However, in the first few years of life, more than 1 million new neural connections are formed per second. Vision, hearing, language and higher cognitive function are at the peak of development from birth to five years old.

The Association for Supportive Child Care (ASCC) works passionately to ensure that young children have the foundation they need to lead happy, successful, productive lives. We are fueled by our core values of the relentless pursuit of challenge, excellence and humility to provide support, training, education, and professional development to the entire spectrum of those that care for and educate young children: parents, family, friends, neighbors, child care providers (both regulated and unregulated), early childhood educators, administrators, and
leaders. Learn more by following @ASCCAZ on social or visiting asccaz.org.

About The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation
The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation offers support to nonprofit organizations successfully working to empower, educate, nurture and nourish people during what is often the darkest time of their lives. Founded in 2012 by philanthropists and business leaders Bob and Renee Parsons to provide hope and life-changing assistance to the country's most vulnerable populations, The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation offers critical funding at critical times to those in need. The Foundation's giving is driven by the core belief that all people – regardless of race, religion, roots, economic status, sexual orientation or gender identity – deserve access to quality healthcare, education and a safe place to call home. Follow @WeDealInHope on social media or visit TBRPF.org to learn more about partner organizations and the important work being done in the community.



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MONACA, PA. (PRWEB) JANUARY 16, 2020

Pocket Nurse reported record earnings in 2019, surpassing all previous sales totals as it heads into its 28th year. Pocket Nurse reached its second highest earnings in 2018.

"We've seen exceptional growth over that last two years, thanks to the hard work and dedication of our team as well as the loyalty of our customers," said Vice President of Sales Aaron Vicari. "We look forward to surpassing expectations once again in 2020."

The news of record sales comes as Pocket Nurse celebrates its 28th anniversary in January 2020. Pocket Nurse President and Founder Anthony Battaglia, MS, BSN, RN created Pocket Nurse in 1992 to support nurse educators through simulation and nursing education tools. The company now offers thousands of tools to nursing, emergency medical services (EMS), pharmacy, career technical education (CTE), physical therapy (PT) and occupational therapy (OT).

"Our goal is the same as in 1992," said Battaglia. "We want to meet the needs of healthcare educators. They have an important role in preparing future healthcare professionals and deserve our full support."

Senior Vice President Eric Bordenstein looks forward to more growth. "We've set aggressive goals again in 2020," said Bordenstein. "We plan to meet those goals with enhanced forecasting to better meet the needs of our customers, as well as improved communications inside and outside of Pocket Nurse."

About Pocket Nurse
Pocket Nurse is nurse owned and operated and has been a trusted partner in simulation education for nursing, EMS, pharmacy technology, and allied health since 1992. We provide over 5,000 simulation solutions to healthcare educators nationwide. We're proud of our role in improving patient outcomes by enhancing suitable learning environments for future healthcare professionals.



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) JANUARY 16, 2020

The Fordham Real Estate Institute (REI) is pleased to announce that Louis Mirando, founder and principal of Streamline Realty Funding, LLC has been elected chair of its Executive Advisory Council (EAC) for 2020.

Mirando, who has been a member of the EAC since its inception, will lead many of real estate brightest minds, who are tasked with providing thought leadership, curriculum development, research, scholarly activities, recruitment, philanthropy, sponsorships and events. All EAC members are prominent industry leaders in local, national and international markets. Council members include executives from firms such as Trepp, UBS, Plaza Construction and Simone Management.

"Lou has been a tremendous asset to the EAC and we are thrilled that his fellow real estate leaders have elected him as their chair," said Dr. Anthony R. Davidson, dean, Fordham School of Professional and Continuing Studies (PCS). "Our Council members are passionate about the industry and its future, and we look forward to watching Lou lead this impressive group in 2020."

Mirando has more than 35 years' experience in commercial mortgage lending and acquisitions, initially with Chase Manhattan Bank and, later, The Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York. He has originated in excess of $4 billion in investments. Mirando founded Rhodes Capital Company in 1992 and became an early pioneer in CMBS conduit lending, formalizing alliances with Morgan Stanley, CSFB and Nomura Securities. In 1996, he co-founded and became CEO of Transatlantic Capital Company ("TACC"), a joint venture with Deutsche Bank. After selling his interest in TACC to Deutsche Bank, he became active in a variety of real estate developments. In 2001, Mirando co-founded Rhodes Capital Advisors, a real estate debt and equity advisory company. In 2004, he became Co-Head and Managing Director of CMBS Originations for Eurohypo AG. He left Eurohypo to pursue active real estate development in 2006.

"I am honored to have been elected chair by my fellow Council members, and look forward to working even more closely with all the talented people associated with the Fordham Real Estate Institute," said Mirando. "I am convinced that Fordham is uniquely positioned to provide the necessary skill set to a greater, more-diverse audience desiring to participate in the fruits of commercial real estate."

ABOUT THE FORDHAM REAL ESTATE INSTITUTE
The Fordham Real Estate Institute (REI) currently offers a Master of Science in Real Estate (MSRE), graduate certificates in real estate finance, development and construction management, and a comprehensive array of professional certificates in real estate and construction at its campuses in Manhattan and West Harrison, N.Y. Serving professionals and owners/investors of all stripes, the MSRE curriculum presents the essential elements of real estate finance, investment, development and management. The programs are developed and taught by leading industry practitioners and are centered on imparting real-world professional skill sets. Flexibility and convenience are program hallmarks as classes can be taken in-person, online, and at various paces. REI is a part of Fordham's School of Professional and Continuing Studies. For more information, visit http://www.fordham.edu/realestate.




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IRVINE, CALIF. (PRWEB) JANUARY 16, 2020

The Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation announced today the selection of its 2020 class of Beckman Scholars Program Awardees, U.S. colleges and universities which underscore the Foundation's mission of supporting basic research in the chemistry and life sciences. The institutions were selected after a rigorous application process which included a two-part review led by a panel of scientific experts.

This year's award is comprised of more than $1.5 million in funding for 61 undergraduate scholars at 12 institutions:

Bowdoin College

Carnegie Mellon University

James Madison University

Miami University

Pomona College

Smith College

Tufts University

University of California, Irvine

University of Colorado, Boulder

University of Richmond

University of Utah

West Virginia University

"We are excited to announce our 2020 Beckman Scholars Program award winners, representing a range of universities from across the country, and including past awardees and new institutions joining the program this year," shared Dr. Anne Hultgren, Executive Director of the Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation. "The next cohort of Beckman Scholars will start their research projects this summer, and we can't wait to meet them at our upcoming annual Beckman Symposium."

The Beckman Scholars Program is a 15-month mentored research experience for exceptional undergraduate students in chemistry, biological sciences and interdisciplinary combinations thereof.

About the Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation
Located in Irvine, California, the Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation supports researchers and nonprofit research institutions in making the next generation of breakthroughs in chemistry and the life sciences. Founded in 1978 by 20th century scientific instrumentation pioneer Dr. Arnold O. Beckman, the Foundation supports United States institutions and young scientists whose creative, high-risk, and interdisciplinary research will lead to innovations and new tools and methods for scientific discovery. For more information, visit beckman-foundation.org.



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