Academic acceleration

Herzing University Launches Innovative Public Health Concentration in Nursing

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Monday, September 25, 2023

MILWAUKEE, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Herzing University, an accredited, private nonprofit institution, announced today the addition of a new Public Health-focused concentration within its Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program. The MSN-PH degree will offer two tracks — a classic pathway to advance from a Bachelor of Science in Nursing to MSN-PH and an accelerated RN-to-MSN-PH program for current registered nurses (RN) who have completed an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) degree.

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  • MILWAUKEE, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Herzing University, an accredited, private nonprofit institution, announced today the addition of a new Public Health-focused concentration within its Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program .
  • "Public health nurses play a pivotal role in addressing the health needs of populations, from local neighborhoods to national policy initiatives.
  • By adding a Public Health concentration to our existing MSN program, we've designed a pathway that can lead this essential charge toward better health for all."
  • Earning a master's degree can help current healthcare workers qualify for upper-level managerial and leadership positions in public health nursing.

Tutor.com Launches High-Dosage Tutoring

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

NEW YORK, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tutor.com, one of the world's largest and most innovative online tutoring organizations, in partnership with its affiliate company, education services giant The Princeton Review, has announced the launch of High-Dosage Tutoring, a rigorously researched solution for accelerating student learning.

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  • Based on data-informed design principles identified by researchers at Brown University's Annenberg Institute and the University of Virginia, the company's high-dosage tutoring program features as its hallmarks:
    3+ times/week frequency: Tutoring has been shown to be maximally effective when delivered intensively, in high doses.
  • "We've brought together the core strengths of both companies to design high-dosage tutoring programs that leverage our comprehensive curricula, proven student engagement strategies, and the effective tutoring methodology that has helped learners succeed for nearly 25 million sessions."
  • The offering also supports teachers, who can refer students for tutoring, review students' Personalized Learning Plans, and track ongoing progress in the dedicated Teacher Dashboard.
  • "We are thrilled to launch High-Dosage Tutoring to open up access to academic pathways for all students," said Park.

Joyce University Introduces an Accelerated Pathway for Career Changers Seeking Advanced Nursing Education

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Thursday, June 22, 2023

DRAPER, Utah, June 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences is pleased to announce the launch of its innovative Direct Path Master of Science in Nursing (DPMSN) pathway.

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  • DRAPER, Utah, June 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences is pleased to announce the launch of its innovative Direct Path Master of Science in Nursing (DPMSN) pathway.
  • Tailored for individuals seeking a career change to the field of nursing, the DPMSN provides an accelerated route to earning a Master of Science in Nursing in as little as three years.
  • "Nursing is an in-demand occupation that offers personal, professional, and financial rewards," said Dr. Janet Houston, Dean of Nursing at Joyce University.
  • To learn more about Joyce University's nursing programs, including the Direct Path Master of Science Nursing pathway, please visit Joyce.edu.

First Generation Investors Announces Partnerships with San Antonio Independent School District and Accelerated Learning Solutions

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023

First Generation Investors (“FGI”), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides high school students in underserved communities with the knowledge and skills to thrive in the investment economy, today announced partnerships with the San Antonio Independent School District (“SAISD”) and Accelerated Learning Solutions (“ALS”), a full-service school management company that helps provide students a non-traditional pathway to graduation and post-secondary success.

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  • First Generation Investors (“FGI”), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides high school students in underserved communities with the knowledge and skills to thrive in the investment economy, today announced partnerships with the San Antonio Independent School District (“SAISD”) and Accelerated Learning Solutions (“ALS”), a full-service school management company that helps provide students a non-traditional pathway to graduation and post-secondary success.
  • Likewise, SAISD will launch its first FGI course this spring with students at Edison High School.
  • Edison High School operates a School of Business as part of its Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) program.
  • “With this new model, we expect to be able to better sustain active participation from students and volunteers nationwide.”

NYU Stern’s Langone Part-Time MBA Program Receives $25 Million Testamentary Gift from its Naming Benefactor

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Thursday, January 26, 2023

Today, New York University Stern School of Business announced a new $25 million testamentary gift from alumnus and Stern Executive Board member Kenneth G. Langone (MBA ’60) and his wife, Elaine, for scholarships to support the School’s Langone Part-Time MBA Program, especially military veterans and active-duty military personnel in the program.

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  • Today, New York University Stern School of Business announced a new $25 million testamentary gift from alumnus and Stern Executive Board member Kenneth G. Langone (MBA ’60) and his wife, Elaine, for scholarships to support the School’s Langone Part-Time MBA Program, especially military veterans and active-duty military personnel in the program.
  • A Co-founder of Home Depot, and the Founder and CEO of Invemed Associates, Mr. Langone donated $10 million to Stern in 1999, at which time the part-time MBA was named in his honor.
  • Langone students can choose one of four academic options, based on their individual needs, to pursue their MBA: Weeknights, Saturday, Accelerated Two-Year, or the new Online/Modular Option.
  • Ken and Elaine’s gift will help the next generation of leaders make their hopes and dreams a reality.”

UVA REPORT: K-12 SCHOOL SYSTEMS MUST EMBRACE INGENUITY OR RISK FAILURE FOR STUDENTS AND STAFF

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Thursday, February 16, 2023

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following years of challenges brought on by COVID-19 and the inequities in education highlighted by the pandemic, decades- and centuries-old educational systems are finally being challenged. The school systems and dynamic leaders that embrace change will succeed and create an educational environment that is more equitable and prepares students for their futures. A new report from The Partnership for Leaders in Education at the University of Virginia (UVA-PLE), "Exploring New Frontiers for K-12 Systems Transformation," determined that these challenges have sparked a transformation of education systems in the United States.

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  • The school systems and dynamic leaders that embrace change will succeed and create an educational environment that is more equitable and prepares students for their futures.
  • "Districts that innovate and embrace change will thrive, and the districts that choose to ignore or, worse, resist transformation put themselves and their students at risk."
  • The report also includes vignettes, case examples, and recommendations for transforming our systems to better serve students and families.
  • Fifty percent of UVA-PLE's recent partners have reported double-digit gains in math or language arts in only two years.

Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences Expands 3-Year BSN Program to Colorado in 2023

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023

SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences , formerly Ameritech College, announced its recent expansion of the institution's 3-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

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  • SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences , formerly Ameritech College, announced its recent expansion of the institution's 3-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
  • The expansion now permits students from Colorado to receive their BSN degree from Utah-based Joyce University.
  • "We're excited to extend the Joyce University BSN program and it's talented faculty to students in Colorado."
  • BSN nursing graduates will be prepared to work in a variety of practice settings including school-based, home health, mental health, and hospital settings.

EQS-News: Steinhoff International Holdings N.V. : Steinhoff launches Accelerated Placement of ordinary shares in Pepco Group N.V.

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Thursday, February 2, 2023

Steinhoff International Holdings N.V. : Steinhoff launches Accelerated Placement of ordinary shares in Pepco Group N.V.

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  • Steinhoff International Holdings N.V. : Steinhoff launches Accelerated Placement of ordinary shares in Pepco Group N.V.
  • Steinhoff launches Accelerated Placement of ordinary shares in Pepco Group N.V.
    Steinhoff International Holdings N.V. (the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, “Steinhoff” or the “Steinhoff Group”) announces that the Steinhoff Group has decided to launch an accelerated placement of ordinary shares in Pepco Group N.V. (“Pepco Group”) which are held through IBEX Retail Investments (Europe) Limited (formerly Pepco Holdco Limited) (the “Seller”), an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of the Company.
  • The Steinhoff Group intends to sell approximately 34.5 million ordinary shares (the “Placement Shares”) in the capital of Pepco Group, through a placement to institutional investors (the “Placement”).
  • The Placement Shares represent up to 6% of Pepco Group’s issued share capital, subject to the final terms of the Placement.

EQS-News: Steinhoff International Holdings N.V. : Result of Accelerated Placement of ordinary shares in Pepco Group N.V.

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Thursday, February 2, 2023

Steinhoff International Holdings N.V. : Result of Accelerated Placement of ordinary shares in Pepco Group N.V.

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  • Steinhoff International Holdings N.V. : Result of Accelerated Placement of ordinary shares in Pepco Group N.V.
  • The Placement was upsized from its launch size of approximately 34.5 million ordinary shares due to investor demand.
  • Following closing of the Placement, the Company will indirectly hold 415,594,616 ordinary shares, representing approximately 72.3% of Pepco Group’s issued share capital.
  • The ordinary shares in Pepco Group retained by Steinhoff following the Placement will be subject to a 90-day lock-up period, subject to customary exemptions.

TTUHSC El Paso and Borderplex Native Juan Nevarez Announce Gift Benefiting Hunt School of Nursing and Foster School of Medicine Students

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

EL PASO, Texas, Dec. 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In November, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso and Borderplex native Juan Nevarez announced a $150,000 gift benefiting first-generation medical and nursing students.

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  • EL PASO, Texas, Dec. 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In November, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso and Borderplex native Juan Nevarez announced a $150,000 gift benefiting first-generation medical and nursing students.
  • During a special luncheon on the TTUHSC El Paso campus, he announced two major gifts in support of student scholarships.
  • Nevarez gifted $50,000 to the Hunt School of Nursing for a scholarship fund named in honor of his late mother, Guadalupe "Lupe" Sanchez De Nevarez.
  • The gift to first-generation students at TTUHSC El Paso will have a resounding impact, changing their life trajectories.