Central State University

Washtenaw Community College, Central State University sign HBCU transfer partnership; HBCU Day hosts 400+ high school students

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Venerdì, Maggio 3, 2024

WCC President Dr. Rose B. Bellanca welcomed Central State University guests and community leaders at the signing ceremony.

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  • WCC President Dr. Rose B. Bellanca welcomed Central State University guests and community leaders at the signing ceremony.
  • Dr. Arletha McSwain, Vice Provost of Access & Enrollment Management representing Central State University’s Interim President, Dr. Alex Johnson, signed the partnership agreement.
  • Located in Wilberforce, Ohio, Central State boasts a storied heritage with its roots beginning at Wilberforce University, the oldest private HBCU in the nation.
  • Today’s HBCU Day will culminate in a Central State University Marching Band performance and a “Divine Nine Fraternity & Sorority Stroll Off” in the Community Park on WCC’s campus.

Coursera Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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Lunedì, Aprile 29, 2024

Coursera, Inc. (NYSE: COUR) today announced financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2024.

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  • Coursera, Inc. (NYSE: COUR) today announced financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2024.
  • Broadened access to the Coursera Coach beta program for paying Consumer learners, as well as our Coursera for Business and Coursera for Government customers.
  • We have provided a reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP financial measures in the financial statement tables for our historical non-GAAP financial results included in this press release.
  • As previously announced, Coursera will hold a conference call to discuss its first quarter 2024 performance today, April 29, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time (5:00 p.m. Eastern Time).

Visionary Development Consulting & IKEA U.S. Launch "Secure The Bag" HBCU Tour for Detroit Youth

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Lunedì, Febbraio 26, 2024

PHOENIX, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sharitta Marshall, founder of Visionary Development Consulting, is on a mission to revolutionize the world of higher education. She is the creative architect of a groundbreaking partnership: the "Secure the Bag" HBCU Tour, in collaboration with Money Matters for Youth and IKEA U.S., the renowned leader in affordable lifestyle living. A longtime supporter of Money Matters, the financial literacy program for Detroit children, Marshall realized the untapped potential of linking arms with IKEA U.S, who wanted to showcase the impact of HBCUs and ways to manage an affordable lifestyle for young adults. A fervent believer in the transformative power of the on-campus residential experience, Marshall recognized the opportunity to center and amplify this unique facet of the HBCU experience.

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  • Visionary Development Consulting collaborates with IKEA U.S. and Money Matters for Youth to launch the 'Secure The Bag' HBCU Tour, a groundbreaking initiative supporting Detroit's future college students.
  • PHOENIX, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sharitta Marshall, founder of Visionary Development Consulting , is on a mission to revolutionize the world of higher education.
  • She is the creative architect of a groundbreaking partnership: the "Secure the Bag" HBCU Tour, in collaboration with Money Matters for Youth and IKEA U.S., the renowned leader in affordable lifestyle living.
  • The "Secure the Bag'" HBCU tour, named in collaboration with IKEA, aims to empower young investors with financial education and tangible life skills.

Crop Spraying Drones Market Forecast Report 2023-2028, Featuring Fly Dragon Drone Tech, Prodrone, Parrot Drone, HSE TTA-America, ASTA Technology, Xi'an Wideworldz Aviation Technology & AirBoard

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Venerdì, Gennaio 26, 2024

DUBLIN, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Crop Spraying Drones Market - Forecasts from 2023 to 2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Crop Spraying Drones Market - Forecasts from 2023 to 2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The crop spraying drones market is experiencing growth driven by rising awareness regarding the detrimental effects of pesticides on the environment and human well-being is a key factor fueling the need for crop spraying drones.
  • In recent years government initiatives have gained momentum, aiming to integrate drone technology into agriculture and boost crop spraying drones market growth.
  • The increasing product launches in the market are pushing the crop spraying drones market in an upward direction.

FanDuel Makes Third $1 Million Donation to UNCF to Support Students from Ohio HBCUs

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Lunedì, Gennaio 22, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FanDuel, North America's premier online gaming company, today announced a $1 million donation supporting the UNCF (United Negro College Fund) whose mission is to build a robust and nationally recognized pipeline of under-represented students who, because of UNCF support, become highly qualified college graduates. The donation will financially support students at 10 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across Ohio. FanDuel's latest donation is the third in three years, as the company has also helped to support UNCF's efforts in Virginia and Maryland. This latest support is timed to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the launch of mobile sports betting in Ohio.

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  • The donation will financially support students at 10 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across Ohio.
  • FanDuel's latest donation is the third in three years, as the company has also helped to support UNCF's efforts in Virginia and Maryland.
  • This latest support is timed to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the launch of mobile sports betting in Ohio.
  • The first donation came in February 2021 when FanDuel Group and the Washington Commanders made a $1 million donation to UNCF to support students at Virginia's five HBCUs, and the second came in December 2022 when FanDuel Group donated an additional $1 million to support Maryland's four HBCUs.

Central States Manufacturing Honors Veterans with Wreaths Across America

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Giovedì, Dicembre 14, 2023

TONTITOWN, Ark., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Central States Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in metal building components, roofing, and buildings, today announced its partnership with Wreaths Across America to honor and remember veterans by delivering wreaths to cemeteries across the nation.

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  • TONTITOWN, Ark., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Central States Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in metal building components, roofing, and buildings, today announced its partnership with Wreaths Across America to honor and remember veterans by delivering wreaths to cemeteries across the nation.
  • For the 3rd year in a row, Central States has worked alongside Wreaths Across America to deliver wreaths, joining forces with the communities in which it works, lives, and serves to express gratitude to those who have served in the armed forces.
  • "Our collaboration with Wreaths Across America reflects our deep commitment to supporting and honoring our veterans," said Tim Ruger, president of Central States Manufacturing.
  • Five veteran drivers from Central States Manufacturing are part of the fleet delivering to national cemeteries across the nation.

Central States Breaks Ground on State-of-the-Art Plant in Springdale, Arkansas for Continued Innovation and Growth

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Mercoledì, Novembre 15, 2023

SPRINGDALE, Ark., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Central States Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in metal building components, roofing, and buildings, today announced the groundbreaking ceremony for its newest facility in Springdale, AR, continuing its long-standing investment and community engagement in NW Arkansas. The ceremony will be held on November 16th at 2 PM at the corner of Kendrick Avenue and Old Wire Road and will include company executives, local government officials, and community members to celebrate this exciting development. The new 105,000-square-foot plant will support the fast-growing pre-engineered metal frame business and marks a significant milestone in the company's growth trajectory.

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  • The new 105,000-square-foot plant will support the fast-growing pre-engineered metal frame business and marks a significant milestone in the company's growth trajectory.
  • "We are pleased to announce the groundbreaking of our new plant in Springdale and the opportunities this creates for our employee-owners," stated Jim Sliker, the CEO of Central States Manufacturing.
  • I'm thankful for Central States Manufacturing's continued commitment to Northwest Arkansas and their newest investment in their community," said Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders.
  • The city's major road widening project to the south should further strengthen Central States Manufacturing's growth potential as it serves the region's construction needs."

Clark Atlanta University's Weeklong Homecoming Celebrates 35 Years of Excellence, Innovation, and Evolution

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Sabato, Ottobre 14, 2023

ATLANTA, Oct. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clark Atlanta University's 2023 homecoming celebration will commemorate the school's 35th anniversary.

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  • ATLANTA, Oct. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clark Atlanta University's 2023 homecoming celebration will commemorate the school's 35th anniversary.
  • It will be a tribute to the school's excellence, innovation, and evolution over the past three and a half decades.
  • Running from October 15 – 27, the celebration will feature a slate of wide-ranging activities—from the homecoming parade, tailgating, and football game to a fashion show, concerts, and book signings.
  • To see the entire list of CAU 2023 homecoming activities and to purchase your homecoming events tickets, visit https://www.clarkatlantahomecoming.com/ .

FeedbackFruits and D2L Expand Their Partnership to Help Support Deeper Learning Experiences

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Martedì, Settembre 5, 2023

The expanded partnership between FeedbackFruits and D2L will help provide D2L Brightspace users with scalable pedagogical solutions for peer feedback, social annotation, team-based learning and polling to help drive effective teaching and learning.

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  • The expanded partnership between FeedbackFruits and D2L will help provide D2L Brightspace users with scalable pedagogical solutions for peer feedback, social annotation, team-based learning and polling to help drive effective teaching and learning.
  • This can help provide participating D2L Brightspace users with easier access to FeedbackFruits' solutions for active and collaborative learning.
  • The expanded partnership can help support high-quality education with a robust, flexible, and connected learning ecosystem.
  • "We are excited to expand our partnership with FeedbackFruits," said Katie Bradford, VP of Product Partnerships at D2L.

Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority and CGI Federal partner with Central State University to create a new affordable housing internship program, "The Collaborative"

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Lunedì, Giugno 5, 2023

"Central State University is pleased to partner with the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority and CGI Federal to advance this important training and experiential learning opportunity for Ohio students," said CSU President Dr. Jack Thomas.

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  • "Central State University is pleased to partner with the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority and CGI Federal to advance this important training and experiential learning opportunity for Ohio students," said CSU President Dr. Jack Thomas.
  • "Housing quality wields a strong influence on the workforce and on students' ability to flourish and thrive.
  • This unique internship will provide an infusion of talent to CMHA, CGI, and the affordable housing industry."
  • Students will present solutions to CMHA and CGI executives in student-led work that has potential for adaptability throughout communities nationwide.