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

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월요일, 4월 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.

University of Phoenix recognizes Financial Literacy Month with student-focused tools to support financial wellbeing

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화요일, 4월 23, 2024

University of Phoenix is pleased to recognize National Financial Literacy Month through its ongoing commitment to helping students achieve their educational goals while providing tools and scholarship opportunities that support financial wellness.

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University of Phoenix is pleased to recognize National Financial Literacy Month through its ongoing commitment to helping students achieve their educational goals while providing tools and scholarship opportunities that support financial wellness.
This year marks the 21st anniversary of April as National Financial Literacy Month, a milestone that underscores the importance of financial education in a rapidly evolving economic landscape.
According to a College Board study the cost of college has accelerated quickly over the past few decades.
By answering a few simple questions, prospective students can find out what other students with relevant experience have saved.

Yeshiva University Launches Accelerated Transfer Initiative for Students Who Feel Threatened at Current Universities

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목요일, 4월 25, 2024

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NEW YORK, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Yeshiva University, the nation's flagship Jewish University for over 140 years, today announced that in light of ongoing antisemitism and harassment on college campuses, YU is reopening its transfer portal for undergraduate applicants, including its Honors program, through May 31st, 2024. The 2024-2025 admissions cycle was already closed and has seen students choosing YU over other elite institutions. This trend is expected to continue among transfers.

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The 2024-2025 admissions cycle was already closed and has seen students choosing YU over other elite institutions.
As YU expands, the university is creating new faculty positions in a number of fields.
In connection with today's announcement, Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman, President of Yeshiva University, issued the following open letter.
We extend our hand to be of any assistance in supporting efforts by these universities to protect their students from threats to their safety.

GOODWIN UNIVERSITY RECEIVES STATE APPROVAL FOR NEW LPN PROGRAM

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화요일, 4월 9, 2024

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EAST HARTFORD, Conn., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Goodwin University is excited to have received state approval to launch a new Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) certificate program to help further address an ongoing nursing shortage across the state of Connecticut.

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EAST HARTFORD, Conn., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Goodwin University is excited to have received state approval to launch a new Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) certificate program to help further address an ongoing nursing shortage across the state of Connecticut.
The LPN program is led by Dr. Vivienne Friday, Dean of the School of Nursing and Health Professions, and Karyn Therrien, Director of the LPN program.
The Goodwin program will be offered at its East Hartford campus as well as at the University of Bridgeport campus in Bridgeport, CT.
Goodwin responded to a similar need in 2004 by launching its first nursing program.
"The addition of the LPN program will help ensure our academic offerings are in sync with the workforce needs."

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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화요일, 4월 9, 2024

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 .

The 2024 Career Optimism Index® Study Highlights Shift from The Great Resignation to a Great Talent Stagnation – and How Employers Can Break Through

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화요일, 4월 2, 2024

This year's Index, the fourth consecutive year it has been fielded, reveals that workers and employers are facing a critical moment of talent stagnation in the workplace.

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This year's Index, the fourth consecutive year it has been fielded, reveals that workers and employers are facing a critical moment of talent stagnation in the workplace.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240402915055/en/
Highlights from University of Phoenix's Career Institute® 2024 Career Optimism Index®, a comprehensive study examining the state of American workers' career trajectories and sentiments about the future of their job and career opportunities.
Meanwhile, 44% of employers say their top challenge to finding talent in the past year is a lack of well-qualified applicants.
For more information about the University of Phoenix Career Institute® and the complete Career Optimism Index® Study, visit www.phoenix.edu/career-institute .

Wilson Sonsini Files Pro Bono Lawsuit Against USDA Alleging Discrimination Against Farmers of Color

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월요일, 4월 1, 2024

The lawsuit was filed on behalf of pro bono clients, Angie and Wenceslaus (June) Provost Jr., along with a proposed class, in response to alleged discriminatory practices against Black and minority farmers.

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The lawsuit was filed on behalf of pro bono clients, Angie and Wenceslaus (June) Provost Jr., along with a proposed class, in response to alleged discriminatory practices against Black and minority farmers.
Furthermore, the complaint alleges that the agency has been negligent in promptly addressing discrimination claims and has proceeded with foreclosure on farmers with pending complaints.
As a result, significant barriers to economic mobility have been created, and generations of disenfranchisement have been perpetuated.
The firm has long engaged in successful large-scale pro bono litigation, encompassing a diverse range of cases.

Lightspeed DMS Appoints Brian Provost President & CEO

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월요일, 3월 11, 2024

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Lightspeed DMS LLC, the leading recreational dealer management software provider and a Brookfield portfolio company, today announced that Brian Provost has been appointed chief executive officer, succeeding Kris Denos.

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Lightspeed DMS LLC, the leading recreational dealer management software provider and a Brookfield portfolio company, today announced that Brian Provost has been appointed chief executive officer, succeeding Kris Denos.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240311282930/en/
“We are excited to welcome Brian Provost to Lightspeed at this pivotal time in the company’s growth story,” said Doug Bayerd, Managing Partner, Private Equity at Brookfield.
“Lightspeed has collaborated with recreational dealerships for nearly 40 years, creating industry-specific software solutions to streamline the way dealers work,” said Provost.
Kris will continue to serve as an advisor to Lightspeed for some time to ensure a smooth transition.”

The 2024 Career Optimism Index® Study Highlights Shift from The Great Resignation to a Great Talent Stagnation - and How Employers Can Break Through

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화요일, 4월 2, 2024

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PHOENIX, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the University of Phoenix Career Institute® released its 2024 Career Optimism Index®, a comprehensive study examining the state of American workers' career trajectories and sentiments about the future of their job and career opportunities. This year's Index, the fourth consecutive year it has been fielded, reveals that workers and employers are facing a critical moment of talent stagnation in the workplace.

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PHOENIX, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the University of Phoenix Career Institute® released its 2024 Career Optimism Index®, a comprehensive study examining the state of American workers' career trajectories and sentiments about the future of their job and career opportunities.
This year's Index, the fourth consecutive year it has been fielded, reveals that workers and employers are facing a critical moment of talent stagnation in the workplace.
Meanwhile, 44% of employers say their top challenge to finding talent in the past year is a lack of well-qualified applicants.
For more information about the University of Phoenix Career Institute® and the complete Career Optimism Index® Study, visit www.phoenix.edu/career-institute .

St. Petersburg College Unveils Workforce Innovation Hub

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월요일, 4월 1, 2024

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., March 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- St. Petersburg College is now welcoming visitors to the Chris Sprowls Workforce Innovation Hub at the Tarpon Springs Campus.

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., March 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- St. Petersburg College is now welcoming visitors to the Chris Sprowls Workforce Innovation Hub at the Tarpon Springs Campus.
It celebrates his vision of cultivating a skilled workforce by fostering skill development, encouraging collaboration, and contributing to the growth of local manufacturing businesses.
The Hub is made up of three separate and distinct areas that can be rented:
"The Hub is a solution to building a sustainable talent pipeline for the future," said Dr. Jackie Skryd, SPC's Vice President of Workforce Development and Corporate Partnerships.
"With the unveiling of our innovation workforce hub, this is a momentous event," Rod Davis, Provost of the SPC Tarpon Springs Campus, said in his opening remarks at the Hub's kickoff ceremony earlier this year.