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An Extraordinary Expedition: Muir + Sable Island National Park Reserve

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Thursday, November 24, 2022

From snow-covered wineries and historic forts to Sable Island National Park Reserve, an isolated island of sand-dunes, the world's largest breeding colony of grey seals and over 500 wild horses.One of Canada's furthest offshore islands, access to Sable Island NPR is extremely limited with only a handful of tours permitted to visit each year.

Key Points: 
  • From snow-covered wineries and historic forts to Sable Island National Park Reserve, an isolated island of sand-dunes, the world's largest breeding colony of grey seals and over 500 wild horses.One of Canada's furthest offshore islands, access to Sable Island NPR is extremely limited with only a handful of tours permitted to visit each year.
  • Muir has partnered with Kattuk Expeditions to offer three tours scheduled for January and February of 2023.
  • Fred Stillman, owner of Kattuk Expeditions, will personally lead the guests on a full-day tour of this windswept island.
  • Since 2017 Kattuk Expeditions have been operating guided expeditions to Sable Island National Park Reserve.

Circle Pharma Appoints Alan Ashworth, PhD, FRS and Bruce Stillman, PhD, FRS to Its SAB

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Wednesday, October 21, 2020

Circle Pharma, Inc., a macrocycle drug discovery and development company focused on intractable cancer targets, has appointed Prof. Alan Ashworth, PhD, FRS and Bruce Stillman, PhD, FRS to its Scientific Advisory Board.

Key Points: 
  • Circle Pharma, Inc., a macrocycle drug discovery and development company focused on intractable cancer targets, has appointed Prof. Alan Ashworth, PhD, FRS and Bruce Stillman, PhD, FRS to its Scientific Advisory Board.
  • Dr. Stillman is the President and CEO of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) in New York.
  • We are delighted that Alan and Bruce are joining our growing SAB.
  • Inhibition of Cyclin A has been shown to be synthetically lethal in cancers driven by mutations in the Rb pathway.

Stillman College Releases Public Statement to Commemorate the Juneteenth Holiday Amid Political and Social Unrest in the United States

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Friday, June 19, 2020

The mission of Stillman College is based on the truth that there is no limit to what can be accomplished when opportunity is not withheld from any in our society.

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  • The mission of Stillman College is based on the truth that there is no limit to what can be accomplished when opportunity is not withheld from any in our society.
  • With limited resources, Stillman College has produced courageous men and women who have fought for justice in times of extreme challenge.
  • Now, coming again to the celebration of Juneteenth, we witness the contradiction of these values among those sworn to protect us.
  • Founded in 1875, Stillman College is a liberal arts institution with a historical and formal affiliation with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).

Ndaba Mandela, Nelson Mandela's Grandson, First Guest in Newly Launched 'Getting Here' Podcast

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Tuesday, October 30, 2018

The first episode features Ndaba Mandela, founder of Africa Rising foundation and grandson to Nelson Mandela.

Key Points: 
  • The first episode features Ndaba Mandela, founder of Africa Rising foundation and grandson to Nelson Mandela.
  • The second episode features Ben Stillman, producer of Black Bear pictures, a production company nominated for thirteen Academy Awards, nine Golden Globes, and ten BAFTAs.
  • The third episode features Alex Torrenegra, co-founder and CEO of Voice123, the largest voice talent marketplace in the world.
  • Fans of the podcast can contact [email protected] via email to provide feedback and ideas for the show.

eCampus.com Virtual Bookstores Partners with Stillman College to Improve Textbook Affordability for Students

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Wednesday, June 13, 2018

Kiara Braggs, Director of Auxiliary Services at Stillman College, commented on the new agreement:

Key Points: 
  • Kiara Braggs, Director of Auxiliary Services at Stillman College, commented on the new agreement:
    "I'm very excited about our partnership with eCampus.com.
  • Matt Montgomery, President and CEO of eCampus.com, commented:
    "eCampus.com is excited to bring our years of experience in the Virtual Bookstore model to Stillman College.
  • As we partner with institutions like Stillman who seek to best support their students' learning journey, together we will combat the rising cost of college through improved textbook affordability.
  • Primarily a teaching institution, Stillman has a proud and evolving tradition of preparing students for leadership and service in society.