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LEAD Prep Academy, Washtenaw Community College sign multi-year agreement to educate student-athletes

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月曜日, 4月 15, 2024
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ANN ARBOR, Mich., April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Washtenaw Community College (WCC) and LEAD Prep Academy have signed a multi-year agreement for WCC to become the preferred educational partner of LEAD Prep Academy.

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  • ANN ARBOR, Mich., April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Washtenaw Community College (WCC) and LEAD Prep Academy have signed a multi-year agreement for WCC to become the preferred educational partner of LEAD Prep Academy.
  • LEAD Prep Academy, powered by the L.E.A.D Foundation and the Legacy Center Sports Complex, will open in May at the state-of-the-art sports complex in Brighton, 15 minutes north of the Washtenaw Community College campus in Ann Arbor.
  • Student-athletes at LEAD Prep Academy will enroll as Washtenaw Community College students, earning college credits, on track to graduate with their associate degree in 20 months, with the ultimate goal of transferring to a four-year college or university with NCAA athletic programs.
  • LEAD Prep Academy student-athletes will compete in a full national schedule against other junior college and post-graduate athletic programs.

American Public University, a Trailblazer in Online Education, Now Transforming into a Global Digital University; Unveils a New Visual Identity as First Step of Its Next Chapter

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火曜日, 4月 9, 2024
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We want to prepare our students with career-relevant skills in a truly 21st century manner."

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  • We want to prepare our students with career-relevant skills in a truly 21st century manner."
  • "We are looking to provide a more engaging learning experience that leverages emerging technologies to foster connections and a deeper sense of community and continues to be asynchronous in nature, but human by design," Mr. Fernandes added.
  • APUS is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI).
  • 1American Public University System ranked in the Top 11% for return on educational investment, compared to 4,500 colleges and universities in the United States, according to the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce report .

OpusVi Launches Affordable Online Master of Social Work Degree with Northern Arizona University To Build a Sustainable Talent Pipeline of Licensed Medical Social Work Professionals

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火曜日, 3月 19, 2024
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OpusVi (formerly Dignity Health Global Education) has launched an MSW degree program to bolster the talent pipeline of social work professionals with Northern Arizona University amid industry-wide healthcare staffing shortages.

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  • OpusVi (formerly Dignity Health Global Education) has launched an MSW degree program to bolster the talent pipeline of social work professionals with Northern Arizona University amid industry-wide healthcare staffing shortages.
  • Alongside a Social Work Fellowship, the OpusVi suite of social work development programs aims to support health systems in improving retention of in-demand social workers and continuity of care while reducing costs.
  • "We know the widespread influence social work professionals have on their communities and we're honored to take part in improving social health across the country."
  • For additional information on the OpusVi Master of Social Work degree program, please visit opusvi.com .

EpicQuest Education's Davis College Receives HLC Approval for Two New STEM Programs Expected to Lead to a Substantial Revenue Increase from India and China

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火曜日, 2月 27, 2024
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MIDDLETOWN, Ohio, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- EpicQuest Education Group International Limited (NASDAQ: EEIQ), ("EpicQuest Education", "EEIQ" or the "Company"), a provider of higher education for domestic and international students in the US, Canada and the UK, today announced that on February 23, 2024, Davis University received approval from the Higher Learning Commission ("HLC") to offer two STEM degree programs, an Associate of Applied Science in Data Science and an Associate of Applied Science in Computer Engineering. These two programs are expected to lead to a substantial increase in revenue from tuition and service fees for this fiscal year. The Company expects the number of students recruited from China will be at least doubled, and students from India will constitute a significant revenue stream for the Company.  

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  • These two programs are expected to lead to a substantial increase in revenue from tuition and service fees for this fiscal year.
  • The Company expects the number of students recruited from China will be at least doubled, and students from India will constitute a significant revenue stream for the Company.
  • EpicQuest Education plans to target recruiting from India as the US remains the top choice for Indian students pursuing higher education abroad.
  • Previously, the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) approved Davis University in September 2023 for all of its education courses and programs that are offered online.

Charles River Laboratories Adds Reshema Kemps-Polanco to Board of Directors

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水曜日, 1月 24, 2024
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Charles River Laboratories International, Inc. (NYSE: CRL) today announced the appointment of Reshema Kemps-Polanco, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, Novartis US, to its Board of Directors.

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  • Charles River Laboratories International, Inc. (NYSE: CRL) today announced the appointment of Reshema Kemps-Polanco, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, Novartis US, to its Board of Directors.
  • Her industry knowledge will enable Charles River and our Board to gain powerful insights from a unique, voice-of-customer perspective and help to support our growth strategy.
  • She will complement the combined skills and experience of our current directors, and we are pleased to welcome Reshema to Charles River’s Board,” said James C. Foster, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Charles River.
  • Forward looking statements include statements in this press release regarding the specific contributions of members of Charles River's Board of Directors.

OpusVi Announces Affordable Online Master's of Science in Nursing Degree to Support Nurses Amid Staffing Shortages without Increasing Debt

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火曜日, 1月 16, 2024
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OpusVi (formerly Dignity Health Global Education) has launched an MSN degree program to provide affordable education and skills development options to nurses nationwide.

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  • OpusVi (formerly Dignity Health Global Education) has launched an MSN degree program to provide affordable education and skills development options to nurses nationwide.
  • The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) projects the United States will need an additional 1.1 million registered nurses (RNs) by 2030 to meet the growing demand for nursing care.
  • The 100 percent online format and engaging learning platform also allows working professionals to earn their degree while maintaining a full-time job.
  • For additional information on the OpusVi Master of Science in Nursing degree program, please visit opusvi.com .

American Public University System Launches Accelerated Bachelor of Science Degree in Cybersecurity as Part of "College in 3" Initiative

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木曜日, 12月 7, 2023
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CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As overall college tuition costs continue to climb, American Public University System (APUS) today announced it will offer an accelerated Bachelor of Science Degree in Cybersecurity, in connection with the College in 3 Exchange. Students can register for the three-year bachelor's degree starting in April 2024.

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  • CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As overall college tuition costs continue to climb, American Public University System (APUS) today announced it will offer an accelerated Bachelor of Science Degree in Cybersecurity, in connection with the College in 3 Exchange.
  • "We know that time and money are the biggest barriers to students completing their degrees, and simply put, our accelerated cybersecurity degree will reduce both by 25 percent."
  • Under the accelerated program, students will take the same required cybersecurity courses they would in a traditional program – with the same program outcomes.
  • APUS offers a strong cyber-defense focused curriculum at both the undergraduate and graduate levels through American Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU).

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY APPEALS UNPRECEDENTED DECISION, RECORD FINE FROM U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

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木曜日, 11月 16, 2023
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PHOENIX, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Grand Canyon University has sent a notification to the U.S. Department of Education that it is appealing the unprecedented and unjust $37.7 million fine levied against the university and has vowed to stand up to the federal government's broader efforts to target the largest Christian university in the country.

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  • PHOENIX, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Grand Canyon University has sent a notification to the U.S. Department of Education that it is appealing the unprecedented and unjust $37.7 million fine levied against the university and has vowed to stand up to the federal government's broader efforts to target the largest Christian university in the country.
  • Rather than applaud such efforts or work cooperatively with GCU in a matter that could easily be resolved in a 10-minute phone call, the Department has instead chosen to impose a record fine, which speaks to their agenda and motivations."
  • In Young v GCU, the courts rejected the claim that GCU's disclosures misrepresented the time or cost to complete a doctoral program.
  • All of those appeal opportunities fall within the Department of Education, first with the Department's Office of Hearings and Appeals, and then to the Department's Secretary of Education.

Rio2 Limited Files Technical Report for the Fenix Gold Project

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水曜日, 10月 18, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rio2 Limited (“Rio2” or the “Company”) (TSXV: RIO; OTCQX: RIOFF; BVL: RIO) today announces that it has filed an independent technical report dated October 16, 2023, entitled “NI 43-101 Technical Report on the Feasibility Study for the Fenix Gold Project” (the “Technical Report”) pursuant to National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”).

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rio2 Limited (“Rio2” or the “Company”) (TSXV: RIO; OTCQX: RIOFF; BVL: RIO) today announces that it has filed an independent technical report dated October 16, 2023, entitled “NI 43-101 Technical Report on the Feasibility Study for the Fenix Gold Project” (the “Technical Report”) pursuant to National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”).
  • The Technical Report has an effective date of October 16, 2023, and supports the disclosure made by the Company in its news release dated September 5, 2023, announcing the results of the feasibility study on the Fenix Gold Project.
  • The Technical Report was compiled by Mining Plus Peru S.A.C.
  • The Technical Report is available on the Company's website at www.rio2.com, as well as under the Company's profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.com .

BNSF Named Among ‘Top 50 Best Companies for Latinas to Work’

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金曜日, 10月 13, 2023
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BNSF Railway was recently selected as one of the top 50 best companies for Latinas to work for in the United States by LATINA Style Inc.

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  • BNSF Railway was recently selected as one of the top 50 best companies for Latinas to work for in the United States by LATINA Style Inc.
  • The magazine’s annual review recognizes exemplary practices in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and the implementation of initiatives to attract, retain and advance Latina talent.
  • “Being recognized as one of the Top 50 Best Companies for Latinas is not just an award, it’s a profound honor that reflects our commitment to diversity and inclusion and the invaluable contributions of Latinas in the workforce,” said Kalisha Holland, BNSF’s chief diversity and inclusion officer and general director of Talent Acquisition.
  • “Together, we can create a future that truly reflects the richness of our cultural tapestry.”