Higher education

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Releases White Paper on American Workers’ Well-being and Career Pathways

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Monday, August 7, 2023

The white paper aims to examine and provide insights into American workers’ well-being and their perceived career trajectory through the Conservation of Resources Theory lens and the tenets of Self-Efficacy.

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  • The white paper aims to examine and provide insights into American workers’ well-being and their perceived career trajectory through the Conservation of Resources Theory lens and the tenets of Self-Efficacy.
  • The resulting findings from the survey revealed that mental health remains a problem, mainly in younger generations and women.
  • She also serves as a reviewer for the College of Doctoral Studies’ student publication workshop.
  • Hines has a Master of Business Administration degree from Charleston Southern University and earned her doctorate in Healthcare Administration at the University of Phoenix.

Canada and Iceland sign youth mobility arrangement

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Friday, August 4, 2023

Today, Marie-France Lalonde, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship and the Honourable Áslaug Arna Sigurbjörnsdóttir, Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation of Iceland, announced the signing of a new Youth Mobility Arrangement between Canada and Iceland.

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  • Today, Marie-France Lalonde, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship and the Honourable Áslaug Arna Sigurbjörnsdóttir, Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation of Iceland, announced the signing of a new Youth Mobility Arrangement between Canada and Iceland.
  • The governments of Canada and Iceland anticipate implementing the new arrangement in 2024 once all requirements have been met.
  • – Marie-France Lalonde, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
    "Iceland is very pleased to sign a youth mobility arrangement with Canada, here in Manitoba.
  • The arrangement between Canada and Iceland will allow up to 120 youth annually from each side to work and travel in each other's country.

Open RN and XanEdu announce the release of Nursing Assistant in both low-cost print and free digital nursing textbook

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023

LIVONIA, Mich., Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- XanEdu, a custom publishing company working with the higher education and K-12 markets and a part of the Scholarus learning portfolio of companies, and Open RN, a provider of peer-reviewed, openly-licensed (OER) free nursing textbooks, announce the release of their latest nursing education textbook, Nursing Assistant in both low cost print and free digital versions.

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  • LIVONIA, Mich., Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- XanEdu, a custom publishing company working with the higher education and K-12 markets and a part of the Scholarus learning portfolio of companies, and Open RN, a provider of peer-reviewed, openly-licensed (OER) free nursing textbooks, announce the release of their latest nursing education textbook, Nursing Assistant in both low cost print and free digital versions.
  • Working closely with Open RN, XanEdu now offers six nursing textbooks to students in low-cost print versions of the free digital textbooks developed by Open RN, giving students access to more options that suit their budget and course needs.
  • Other states and colleges are encouraged to adopt and customize these books for their specific requirements, to save students money re-purposing the high-quality Open RN base materials.
  • Open RN textbooks are offered in the areas of Nursing Pharmacology, Nursing Skills, Nursing Fundamentals, Mental Health & Community Concepts, Management & Professional Concepts, and now Nursing Assistant as well.

Saul Ewing LLP Expands to California In Combination with Freeman Freeman & Smiley

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Saul Ewing LLP today announced that it has expanded nationally, opening two offices in Southern California through a combination with 50-attorney law firm Freeman Freeman & Smiley ("Freeman"). With offices in Los Angeles and Orange County, the combined Firm now has 18 offices nationwide and more than 400 attorneys.

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  • New locations mark the firm's 17th and 18th U.S. offices
    LOS ANGELES, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Saul Ewing LLP today announced that it has expanded nationally, opening two offices in Southern California through a combination with 50-attorney law firm Freeman Freeman & Smiley ("Freeman").
  • Freeman attorneys also have significant experience representing clients in the financial services, food and beverage, technology and retail, manufacturing and distribution industries.
  • Attorneys from Freeman have played a lead role in many high-profile matters involving figures in all areas of entertainment.
  • In the past three years alone, Saul Ewing attorneys have handled more than 500 client matters in California.

Xello Launches Pre-Inquiry Marketing Platform for Higher Education

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Thursday, July 13, 2023

With Xello for Higher Education, Colleges Can Create Authentic Connections Earlier and Engage Prospective Students in Their Community

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  • With Xello for Higher Education, Colleges Can Create Authentic Connections Earlier and Engage Prospective Students in Their Community
    TORONTO, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Xello , the award-winning K-12 college, career and future readiness program, has announced Xello for Higher Education , the only pre-inquiry marketing platform that enables colleges to connect with prospective students early through peer-to-peer and community-based conversations.
  • Xello for Higher Education addresses colleges and universities' need to build thriving communities of prospective students and counter an ongoing drop in undergraduate enrollment.
  • "Xello recognizes that the higher education process is changing, and colleges need equitable access to tools to win the hearts and minds of their best-fit students before an inquiry is made," said Matt McQuillen, CEO and Co-Founder of Xello.
  • "By partnering with Xello for Higher Education, colleges can create a strong foundation for long-term enrollment success by building a unique community with prospective students," said Alan Liebrecht, Vice President of Enrollment, Marketing and Communications at Texas Wesleyan University, and a member of Xello's Higher Education Council.

Alithya recognized in eight categories of the combined 2023 Microsoft Partner of the Year and Impact Awards

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Thursday, July 13, 2023

MONTREAL, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Alithya Group inc. (TSX: ALYA) (NASDAQ: ALYA) ("Alithya") is proud to announce its consideration in eight individual categories of this year's Microsoft Partner of the Year and Microsoft Impact Awards.

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  • MONTREAL, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Alithya Group inc. (TSX: ALYA) (NASDAQ: ALYA) ("Alithya") is proud to announce its consideration in eight individual categories of this year's Microsoft Partner of the Year and Microsoft Impact Awards.
  • Recognition in the eight categories spans two different Microsoft awards programs: the Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards and the Microsoft Impact Awards.
  • The Microsoft Impact Awards, presented annually by Microsoft Canada, celebrate the technological innovation and excellence of companies within the Microsoft Canadian Partner community.
  • To learn more about the 2023 Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards recipients: https://partner.microsoft.com/en-US/inspire/awards/winners#tab-3
    To learn more about the 2023 Microsoft Canada Impact Awards Winners and Finalists: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/canada-partner-news-resources/mic...

Mythics LLC, Ranks in the Top 100 for Largest Government Contractors for 13th Consecutive Year

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Each year, Washington Technology ranks the largest federal contractors, which showcases a market of continuous change as companies grow and adapt.

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  • Each year, Washington Technology ranks the largest federal contractors, which showcases a market of continuous change as companies grow and adapt.
  • Washington Technology's Annual Top 100 rankings showcase the largest federal contractors, highlighting the companies that have continued to thrive amidst the current market conditions.
  • This is Mythics' 13th consecutive year in the Top 100 Rankings.
  • For more information or to place an order, contact Mythics at 866-698-4427; email [email protected] or visit https://www.mythics.com or @mythics on LinkedIn and Twitter.

St. Thomas University Appoints Three New Deans: Dr. David Edwards, Dr. Jeffery Plunkett, and Dr. Colin Roche

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Their student-focused approach will continue to expand the growth of St. Thomas University as it heads into its fifth year of record undergraduate enrolment.

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  • Their student-focused approach will continue to expand the growth of St. Thomas University as it heads into its fifth year of record undergraduate enrolment.
  • St. Thomas University (STU) appoints three new Deans: Dr. David Edwards, Dr. Jeffery Plunkett, and Dr. Colin Roche.
  • Prior to STU, Dr. David Edwards served as Chair of the Johnson & Wales University College of Hospitality Management.
  • Dr. Colin Roche also joins STU from Johnson & Wales University, where he led the College of Culinary Arts as Department Chair.

Tamara McClain Appointed New Associate Vice President of Academic Partnerships and Learning Resources

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Monday, July 10, 2023

Glen Ellyn, Illinois--(Newsfile Corp. - July 10, 2023) - In her new role as Associate Vice President of Academic Partnerships and Learning Resources at College of DuPage, Tamara McClain is focused on fostering academic pathways for all students to ensure equal access to education.

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  • Glen Ellyn, Illinois--(Newsfile Corp. - July 10, 2023) - In her new role as Associate Vice President of Academic Partnerships and Learning Resources at College of DuPage, Tamara McClain is focused on fostering academic pathways for all students to ensure equal access to education.
  • Most recently, McClain served as COD Interim Associate Vice President of Academic Partnerships and Learning Resources.
  • "The community college environment holds a special place in my heart," said McClain, who joined the College in 2016.
  • "Tamara's invaluable expertise and dedication in cultivating collaborative relationships with our academic partners has been remarkable," said COD Provost Mark Curtis-Chávez.

Cleveland School of Cannabis Receives 10-Year Accreditation Recommendation from Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

The recent site visit by the MSA-CESS team resulted in high marks and a recommendation for full accreditation for 10 years.

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  • The recent site visit by the MSA-CESS team resulted in high marks and a recommendation for full accreditation for 10 years.
  • This recommendation recognizes CSC's thorough planning, restorative strategic thinking, and innovative approach to providing a bright future for its students.
  • "We leave you with the charge to continue your endeavor as pioneers within education and the cannabis industry.
  • With the MSA-CESS accreditation recommendation, Cleveland School of Cannabis solidifies its position as a premier institution for cannabis education and continues to set the standard for excellence, empowering students to thrive in the ever-evolving cannabis industry.