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DUNN-EDWARDS HOSTS ANNUAL STUDENT DESIGN COMPETITION

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Martedì, Aprile 2, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dunn-Edwards fourth annual Emerging Professionals Design Competition was officially opened for submissions today nationwide. Current architecture and design students who are enrolled in school can submit their entry online now through August 18, 2024. There is no fee to enter. Winners will be announced by September 30, 2024.

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  • LOS ANGELES, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dunn-Edwards fourth annual Emerging Professionals Design Competition was officially opened for submissions today nationwide.
  • Winners of the AYDA Awards will attend the three-week, all-expenses-paid Design Discovery Programme at Harvard University's Graduate School of Design.
  • Each entrant will be required to include the color, born from Dunn-Edwards 2024 Color + Design Trends, in their design.
  • For more details about Dunn-Edwards 2024 Emerging Professionals Design Competition, visit www.dunnedwards.com .

Former IRS Commissioner Charles Rettig Joins Chamberlain Hrdlicka

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Lunedì, Marzo 4, 2024
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ATLANTA and HOUSTON and SAN ANTONIO and PHILADELPHIA and LOS ANGELES, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chamberlain Hrdlicka is pleased to welcome former IRS Commissioner Charles "Chuck" Rettig to the firm as a Shareholder.

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  • ATLANTA and HOUSTON and SAN ANTONIO and PHILADELPHIA and LOS ANGELES, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chamberlain Hrdlicka is pleased to welcome former IRS Commissioner Charles "Chuck" Rettig to the firm as a Shareholder.
  • "To say we are honored to have Chuck Rettig join our firm would be an understatement," says Larry Campagna , Managing Shareholder at Chamberlain Hrdlicka.
  • "This move to Chamberlain Hrdlicka is a natural progression from my tenure as the IRS Commissioner," expressed Rettig.
  • Tom Cullinan , an Atlanta-based Shareholder, served as Counselor to the IRS Commissioner and then acting IRS Chief of Staff under Rettig.

Norton Rose Fulbright continues California growth with employment and labor partner

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Martedì, Ottobre 10, 2023
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Los Angeles, CA, Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright announced today that employment and labor lawyer Debbie Birndorf has joined its Los Angeles office as a partner.

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  • Los Angeles, CA, Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright announced today that employment and labor lawyer Debbie Birndorf has joined its Los Angeles office as a partner.
  • With more than 30 years of experience, Birndorf was previously the founding and managing partner at Birndorf Law Offices, an employment counselling and litigation boutique representing California employers and executives.
  • Jeff Cody, Norton Rose Fulbright’s US Managing Partner, said:
    “Our Los Angeles office is experiencing exciting growth that we know our clients will appreciate.
  • Debbie is a fantastic lawyer who will enhance our highly regarded employment and labor offering.”
    Shauna Clark, Norton Rose Fulbright’s US Chair and Head of Employment and Labor, commented:
    “Debbie is a dynamic and dedicated lawyer with impressive experience in both litigation and transactional matters.

UCLAxOpen New Series on College Admissions Explores Testing, Diversity, COVID-19, and Key Topics

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Martedì, Giugno 14, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "In Conversation with…" is the UCLAxOpen seminar series focused on the changing landscape of college admissions. This inaugural program brings together influential industry professionals, thought leaders, a New York Times best-selling author, and other experts starting on Thursday, June 16.  Sessions are moderated by UCLA Extension instructors and the seminars are offered at no cost.

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  • "This new UCLAxOpen series presents valuable insights from influential leaders in the world of college admission.
  • This series provides a roadmap for parents, future students, and those interested in counseling careers," said Jennifer Mandel, Program Director at UCLA Extension.
  • "UCLA Extension serves as a resource for higher education and college admissions professionals globally.
  • This program spotlights the value of up-to-the-moment knowledge, training, and best practices in this field, exactly the kinds of topics we teach in the online College Counseling certificate. "

UCLA Extension Spring Quarter Enrollments Underway

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Mercoledì, Marzo 23, 2022
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UCLA Extension, a national leader in continuing education, begins Spring Quarter instruction on March 28, as professionals look for better career opportunities in a tight labor market with a look toward a post-pandemic economy.

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  • UCLA Extension, a national leader in continuing education, begins Spring Quarter instruction on March 28, as professionals look for better career opportunities in a tight labor market with a look toward a post-pandemic economy.
  • UCLA Extension programs align with the job growth outlook by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment Projections, 2020-30.
  • "The current trend reflects interest and momentum by adult learners to upskill, change, or pursue subjects based on new interests or purpose," said Eric A. Bullard, Dean of Continuing Education and UCLA Extension.
  • UCLA Extension Spring Quarter has a portfolio of more than 1,000 courses in accessible and flexible formats - in-person, online, remote, and hybrid.

Gateway Appoints Industry Veteran Lucas Doub to Lead New Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Practice

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Giovedì, Febbraio 17, 2022
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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Feb. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gateway Group Inc. , (Gateway) a strategic communications and capital markets advisory firm, has appointed industry veteran Lucas Doub to lead its new Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practice.

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  • NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Feb. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gateway Group Inc. , (Gateway) a strategic communications and capital markets advisory firm, has appointed industry veteran Lucas Doub to lead its new Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practice.
  • In my more than 15 years of financial communications industry experience, I have interfaced with dozens of communications and investor relations firms across North America, said Doub.
  • Gateway has always stood out as the most passionate and committed to offering the strategic counsel necessary to elevate its clients as leaders in their respective industries.
  • Doub brings extensive technical experience as an ESG and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) practitioner across a range of sectors.

UCLA Extension Announces New Assistant Dean of International Programs

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Giovedì, Febbraio 3, 2022
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UCLA Extension is pleased to announce that Susannah (Susie) Morris has been appointed as Assistant Dean of International Programs, effective January 3, 2022.

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  • UCLA Extension is pleased to announce that Susannah (Susie) Morris has been appointed as Assistant Dean of International Programs, effective January 3, 2022.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220203005641/en/
    Susannah Morris has been appointed Assistant Dean of International Programs at UCLA Extension.
  • For more about the program, visit: https://www.uclaextension.edu/international-students (Photo: Business Wire)
    As a member of the leadership team at the division of Continuing Education and UCLA Extension, Morris will oversee the development of a comprehensive strategy for international programs.
  • Her expertise and oversight will touch more than 100 professional certificates, said Eric A. Bullard, Dean, Continuing Education and UCLA Extension.

Annual Writers Studio: Home Edition at UCLA Extension Is Four-Day Writers’ Conference in February

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Lunedì, Gennaio 31, 2022
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She is an actor, screenwriter, producer, and "New York Times" best-selling author - as well as UCLA Extension alumna.

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  • She is an actor, screenwriter, producer, and "New York Times" best-selling author - as well as UCLA Extension alumna.
  • The 2022 Writers Studio at UCLA Extension is Feb. 24-27.
  • The Writers Studio is designed to explore creativity and invigorate writing skills under the guidance of successful professional writers.
  • De Vita teaches writing and editing courses for UCLA Extension and edits several New York Times and USA Today bestselling authors.

UCLA Extension Land Use Law and Planning Conference Addresses Legislation, Emerging Issues Facing Nation’s Most Populous State

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Mercoledì, Gennaio 12, 2022
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The annual Land Use and Planning Conference on Friday, January 21, 2022, is a leading source of information on California land use legislation, case law, and emerging issues that frame a range of property development practices in the nation's most populous state.

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  • The annual Land Use and Planning Conference on Friday, January 21, 2022, is a leading source of information on California land use legislation, case law, and emerging issues that frame a range of property development practices in the nation's most populous state.
  • Their keynote discussion presents insights into the top issues impacting the Golden State and perspectives on statewide policy issues impacting every sector of the world's sixth-largest economy.
  • Register here for the Land Use Law and Planning Conference on January 21, 2022 occurring virtually via Zoom.
  • For more information about the Land Use Law and Planning Conference, contact [email protected] , call (310) 825-7093, or visit https://www.uclaextension.edu/landuse .

UCLA Extension Addresses Key Issues Relating to Aging Population in New xOpen Seminar

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Martedì, Novembre 30, 2021
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As we are living longer, an examination of important public policy issues from labor to healthcare and housing require fresh perspectives and reframing.

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  • As we are living longer, an examination of important public policy issues from labor to healthcare and housing require fresh perspectives and reframing.
  • In a first-ever gathering, The Aging Landscape: Emerging Trends and Changing Perspectives on Thursday, December 9, brings together UCLA scholars in a conversation about emerging trends in aging research and recent findings.
  • The panel further explores how culture and society shape our views on aging, demographic shifts and their effect on policy, intergenerational engagement, and the benefits of lifelong learning.
  • Convening our distinguished faculty and scholars gives access to the important scholarship taking place at UCLA.