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BioHub Maryland Announces Landmark Global Partnership to Accelerate Life Sciences Industry

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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BioHub Maryland, an initiative to accelerate life sciences in the state, today announced a life sciences and biopharma skills training agreement with the Dublin, Ireland-based National Institute of Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT), a global leader in biopharmaceutical manufacturing training and research.

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  • BioHub Maryland, an initiative to accelerate life sciences in the state, today announced a life sciences and biopharma skills training agreement with the Dublin, Ireland-based National Institute of Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT), a global leader in biopharmaceutical manufacturing training and research.
  • Maryland Governor Wes Moore joined leaders from BioHub Maryland, NIBRT, and industry for the announcement at AstraZeneca’s Gaithersburg campus.
  • BioHub Maryland is an initiative of the Maryland Tech Council, the largest technology and life sciences trade association in the state.
  • Maryland is a global leader in life sciences innovation, hosting more than 2,700 life sciences companies and 54,000 industry workers.

Hood College to Receive $54 Million Gift, Largest Single Donation in School History

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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FREDERICK, Md., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hood College, an independent, coeducational, liberal arts college in Frederick, Md., today announced the largest gift ever received in its 130-year history.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hood College, an independent, coeducational, liberal arts college in Frederick, Md., today announced the largest gift ever received in its 130-year history.
  • Hood College receives record-breaking $54 million gift from Hodson Trust, largest gift in school's 130-year history
    Students at Hood will benefit from a record-breaking $54 million gift from The Hodson Trust, 100% of which will go toward undergraduate scholarships.
  • "We are deeply grateful to The Hodson Trust for this historic gift," said Andrea E. Chapdelaine, Ph.D., president of Hood College.
  • Hodson scholarships are awarded to students of outstanding academic ability who have shown leadership both in school and in their communities.

Frederick TBL is officially bringing professional basketball To Frederick, MD!

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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FREDERICK, Md., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Put away your fears, and take flight on a new fiery blast of excitement as TBL Frederick announces its commitment to play at Hood College as a member of the TBL (http://www.thebasketballleague.net), and lays the foundation for its identity.

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  • Frederick TBL announces new professional basketball team & launches "Fear The Beast" naming contest!
  • FREDERICK, Md., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Put away your fears, and take flight on a new fiery blast of excitement as TBL Frederick announces its commitment to
    play at Hood College as a member of the TBL ( http://www.thebasketballleague.net ), and lays the foundation for its identity.
  • As we prepare to make our mark in the 2024 TBL season, we are calling upon our community to Name The Beast
    that will represent us on the court.
  • "Our journey in the TBL is not just about basketball; it's about Frederick.

Professional Basketball Is Coming Soon To Frederick, MD!

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Monday, August 21, 2023
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FREDERICK, Md., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On August 22nd at 11:30 AM at Hood College TBL Frederick will host a press conference at the BB&T Arena to announce a new TBL (thebasketballleague.net) Professional basketball team, and Maryland's first Professional Basketball franchise in over twenty (20) years.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On August 22nd at 11:30 AM at Hood College TBL Frederick will host a press conference at the BB&T Arena to announce a new TBL (thebasketballleague.net) Professional basketball team, and Maryland's first Professional Basketball franchise in over twenty (20) years.
  • TBL Frederick, will announce its intentions to begin play in the upcoming TBL season.
  • In addition to introducing Ownership, the Head Coach & the Team Captain, the team will be announcing Its Team
    naming plans and other community initiatives.
  • Seating will be available to the public/anyone interested in learning more about Frederick TBL Basketball.

Food Insecurity Grants Awarded to 13 Local Organizations

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Friday, July 14, 2023
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FREDERICK, Md., July 14th, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Applicants provided details on how their program alleviates food insecurity, determines project or service outcomes, and identifies evaluation tools and processes. The following nonprofits received these single-year, one-time grants that must be spent by June 30, 2024:

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  • The Community Foundation of Frederick County, in partnership with Frederick County Government, recently awarded $350,000 in grants to 13 local nonprofit organizations to assist with food insecurity initiatives.
  • FREDERICK, Md., July 14th, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Applicants provided details on how their program alleviates food insecurity, determines project or service outcomes, and identifies evaluation tools and processes.
  • Brunswick Ecumenical Assistance Committee On Needs, Inc. received a $25,000 grant to support expansion of the infrastructure for the Brunswick Food Bank.
  • Maryland Food Bank received a $50,000 grant to support food distribution and hunger relief programs in Frederick County.

Hood College, Frederick County Government Renew Commitment to Tuition Discount Program

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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FREDERICK, Md., July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hood College and the Frederick County Government are proud to announce a recommitment to the NeighborHOOD Partners Program, continuing to offer tuition discounts and educational opportunities for Frederick County Government employees and their spouse and qualified dependents.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hood College and the Frederick County Government are proud to announce a recommitment to the NeighborHOOD Partners Program , continuing to offer tuition discounts and educational opportunities for Frederick County Government employees and their spouse and qualified dependents.
  • "We at Hood are proud to continue offering this valuable program to Frederick County Government employees and their families," said Andrea E. Chapdelaine, Ph.D., president of Hood College.
  • "Our Frederick County Government employees are our greatest resource," said Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater, M.S.'10.
  • The Frederick County Government first joined the NeighborHOOD Partners Program in October 2019 under the direction of former County Executive Jan Gardner.

Hood Alum Establishes New Book Fund Supporting Hood Advantage Program Students

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Thursday, June 15, 2023
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FREDERICK, Md., June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hood College is proud to announce the establishment of a new endowed fund gifted by Cynthia Shafer Campbell '69, which aims to help students enrolled in the Hood Advantage Program with the costs of their textbooks.

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  • Incoming first-year students who qualify for the Hood Advantage Program and enroll at Hood will receive a book stipend to offset costs during their first semester.
  • "I am excited to support Hood College students through the Hood Advantage Program," said Campbell.
  • Following the announcement of the Hood Advantage Program in January, Campbell felt compelled to support Hood Advantage students by tackling these costs.
  • Thanks to Cynthia, students in the Hood Advantage Program will have the tools necessary to excel."

Legendary Maryland State Senator and Frederick Mayor Ron Young Named Commencement Speaker for Class of 2023 Ceremony

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023
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FREDERICK, Md., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hood College is proud to announce that former Maryland State Senator and Frederick City Mayor Ronald N. Young has been selected as the speaker for the Class of 2023. The ceremony, to be held on Saturday, May 20, is Hood's 127th in its history.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hood College is proud to announce that former Maryland State Senator and Frederick City Mayor Ronald N. Young has been selected as the speaker for the Class of 2023.
  • "My family and I have been involved with and supportive of Hood College in a variety of ways for decades," said Young.
  • "You cannot think of the City of Frederick without thinking of Ron Young," said Andrea Chapdelaine, Ph.D., president of Hood College.
  • During his time in Annapolis, Young supported Frederick by backing bills that funded education, economic development, health and more within Frederick County.

George B. Delaplaine Jr. School of Business' Accreditation Reaffirmed by ACBSP

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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FREDERICK, Md., March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hood College is proud to announce that The George B. Delaplaine Jr. School of Business has been reaffirmed by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) Baccalaureate/Graduate Degree Board of Commissioners.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hood College is proud to announce that The George B. Delaplaine Jr. School of Business has been reaffirmed by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) Baccalaureate/Graduate Degree Board of Commissioners.
  • Hood's business programs, which were first accredited by ACBSP in 2012, are required to undergo a reaffirmation process every 10 years to maintain ACBSP accreditation.
  • The ACBSP is a global business education accrediting body which offers accreditation to all levels of collegiate business educational degree programs.
  • The George B. Delaplaine Jr. School of Business was first established in 2018 following a major gift from the school's namesake, George B. Delaplaine Jr. H'09, The school aims to provide high-quality education in business and economics to future leaders of industry, government and civil society.

Orases Names Vladimir Polyanov as New Chief Technology Officer

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023
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FREDERICK, MD., Feb. 15, 2023  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Orases, a leading technology firm specializing in custom software development and digital strategy, is proud to announce the appointment of Vladimir Polyanov as its new Chief Technology Officer. With this promotion, Polyanov joins Nick Damoulakis, CEO and Amy Damoulakis, CFO on the Executive Leadership Team.

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  • FREDERICK, MD., Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Orases, a leading technology firm specializing in custom software development and digital strategy, is proud to announce the appointment of Vladimir Polyanov as its new Chief Technology Officer.
  • With this promotion, Polyanov joins Nick Damoulakis, CEO and Amy Damoulakis, CFO on the Executive Leadership Team.
  • Polyanov brings a wealth of experience and technical expertise to the role, having been with Orases for over 20 years and having previously served as VP of Production & Technology.
  • Polyanov joined Orases in 2003 as an intern from Hood College, and has since held various positions on senior development projects and software development.