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GOODWIN UNIVERSITY RECEIVES STATE APPROVAL FOR NEW LPN PROGRAM

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Tuesday, April 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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Tuesday, April 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 .

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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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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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.

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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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Monday, April 1, 2024
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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.

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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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Monday, March 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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Tuesday, April 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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Monday, April 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.

ARIZONA VA AGENCY FINDS NO WRONGDOING IN AUDIT OF GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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PHOENIX, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Arizona State Approving Agency (SAA) for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has closed its most recent risk-based audit of Grand Canyon University with no findings.

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  • PHOENIX, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Arizona State Approving Agency (SAA) for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has closed its most recent risk-based audit of Grand Canyon University with no findings.
  • In a letter to GCU dated Feb. 21, the Arizona SAA stated it "did not have any substantiated findings based on our review of Grand Canyon University."
  • Further, the SAA stated, "There are no findings impacting the continued approval of Grand Canyon University at this time."
  • The SAA site visit also included reviews of specific areas relating to finances, enrollment, recruiting, student outcomes and other success measures.

Coastal Carolina University launches South Carolina’s first space satellite program

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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Conway, S.C., Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coastal Carolina University announces the launch of the CCU Space Program, the first such endeavor in South Carolina.

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  • Conway, S.C., Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coastal Carolina University announces the launch of the CCU Space Program, the first such endeavor in South Carolina.
  • The CCU Space Program will allow students to develop strong job-transferrable skills and may inspire the next generation of explorers.”
    Through this program, space technology will be levered to conduct scientific research aimed at addressing pressing issues in the management of the coastal environment and focus on monitoring and managing coastal erosion, sea-level rise, stormwater runoff, and other ecological concerns critical to the health of South Carolina’s coastal regions.
  • The CCU Space Program will offer an innovative and educational experience for students in intelligence and security studies.
  • In addition, the program will play a crucial role in safeguarding and managing cultural heritage assets, thus preserving South Carolina’s rich history.

University of Phoenix Vice Provost of Strategy, Dr. Marc Booker, is recipient of UPCEA Operational Excellence Award

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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University of Phoenix is proud to announce that Marc Booker, Ph.D., vice provost of strategy for the University is the recipient of the UPCEA® Business & Operations Award for Operational Excellence for 2024.

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  • University of Phoenix is proud to announce that Marc Booker, Ph.D., vice provost of strategy for the University is the recipient of the UPCEA® Business & Operations Award for Operational Excellence for 2024.
  • UPCEA is the association for college and university leaders in online and professional continuing education, and 2024 Association Awards program includes recognition of both individual and institutional achievement across the UPCEA membership.
  • Award recipients will be honored at the 2024 UPCEA Annual Conference , March 26-28 in Boston, Mass.
  • “It is a tremendous honor to receive the Operational Excellence Award from UPCEA,” states Booker.