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3STEP Sports Acquires Legendary Volleyball Club Munciana

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Friday, August 12, 2022
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3STEP Sports , the nations largest and most impactful club and event operator in the nation, has acquired Munciana Volleyball Club , the oldest and most respected volleyball program in the U.S., as another foundational piece of its growing volleyball division.

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  • 3STEP Sports , the nations largest and most impactful club and event operator in the nation, has acquired Munciana Volleyball Club , the oldest and most respected volleyball program in the U.S., as another foundational piece of its growing volleyball division.
  • Munciana was founded on the principals of teaching, as many of its original coaches were teachers and former volleyball players at Ball State University.
  • The club has a rich history of success that consists of more than 600 college commitments, 262 high school and club All-Americans, and 36 national championships.
  • Volleyball is a huge area of growth for us and Munciana has been synonymous with success for decades, said 3STEP Founder and CEO David Geaslen.

The Pfister Hotel Names Christopher T Wood as Its Next Artist-in-Residence

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Monday, March 21, 2022
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The AAA Four Diamond Pfister Hotel , owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts , today announced Christopher T Wood as its 13th artist-in-residence.

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  • The AAA Four Diamond Pfister Hotel , owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts , today announced Christopher T Wood as its 13th artist-in-residence.
  • Wood, a Milwaukee-based pataphysical illustrator, will work in The Pfister Hotels lobby-level Artist Studio for one year beginning April 1, 2022.
  • By applying unique processes he has developed over time, Wood creates drawings consisting of powdered graphite and exquisite shading that form distinct creations.
  • The Pfister Hotel is home to the largest collection of Victorian art of any hotel in the world, as well as an award-winning Artist in Residence program.

Gecko Hospitality Welcomes New Franchise Partner

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Tuesday, February 8, 2022
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MILWAUKEE, Wis., Feb. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Gecko Hospitality, the nation's largest hospitality recruiting firm, welcomes LaRaine Broadway as the newest franchise partner for the state of Wisconsin.

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  • MILWAUKEE, Wis., Feb. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Gecko Hospitality, the nation's largest hospitality recruiting firm, welcomes LaRaine Broadway as the newest franchise partner for the state of Wisconsin.
  • A short 18 months later, LaRaine decided to purchase the Wisconsin territory from her partner to pursue the dream of owning her own company, becoming the youngest minority franchise partner.
  • Based in Fort Myers, FL, Gecko Hospitality is the largest hospitality recruiter in the US.
  • Gecko Hospitality's national network of recruiters and franchise partners connects top-tier talent to companies within the hospitality and restaurant industries.

Foley Announces Daljit Doogal as Next Chairman and CEO

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Friday, January 21, 2022
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Foley & Lardner LLP is pleased to announce that Daljit S. Doogal has been elected as the firms next Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

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  • Foley & Lardner LLP is pleased to announce that Daljit S. Doogal has been elected as the firms next Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
  • Doogal will succeed Jay O. Rothman , who has served as Foleys Chairman and CEO since 2011.
  • Daljit is an exceptional lawyer and he will be an outstanding leader for Foley, said Rothman.
  • Daljits election as Chairman and CEO is a significant moment in our firms long history.

One City Schools to Receive $1M from the W. Jerome Frautschi Foundation for the Renovation of its Innovative Pleasant T. Rowland Leadership Campus

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Tuesday, December 21, 2021
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The Pleasant T. Rowland Leadership Campus will serve as the home of One City's elementary and secondary schools.

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  • The Pleasant T. Rowland Leadership Campus will serve as the home of One City's elementary and secondary schools.
  • One City Elementary currently enrolls 198 children in grades 4K to 4 and will add 5th grade next school year.
  • Commenting on the Foundation's recent gift to One City, Mr. Frautschi said, "I am proud to be among the many supporters of One City Schools.
  • To date, more than 2,500 financial donors and more than 300 volunteers have contributed to One City Schools growth and success.

Women's Liberation Front Commends The University of Wisconsin Law School for Upholding First Amendment Protections

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Monday, February 1, 2021
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --As an organization dedicated to defending civil rights, the Women's Liberation Front (WoLF) commends The University of Wisconsin Law School (UW Law) in its decision to uphold the First Amendment by refusing to discriminate against organizations with diverse viewpoints.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --As an organization dedicated to defending civil rights, the Women's Liberation Front (WoLF) commends The University of Wisconsin Law School (UW Law) in its decision to uphold the First Amendment by refusing to discriminate against organizations with diverse viewpoints.
  • In response to a statement by the student organization QLaw, the UW Law statement of support reflects our shared value of defending civil liberties, even when disagreements arise.
  • While publicly funded institutions are legally required to uphold the First Amendment, UW Law's statement demonstrates courage in the face of a toxic intolerance pervasive within University and college campuses.
  • WoLF's defense of hard-fought single-sex spaces, sports, and services serves the public interest of the women and girls of Wisconsin.

Milwaukee Area Colleges Commit to National “Moon Shot for Equity”

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Wednesday, October 21, 2020
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The first regional consortium of institutions to commit to Moon Shot for Equity includes the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee , Milwaukee Area Technical College , Carthage College , and University of Wisconsin-Parkside .

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  • The first regional consortium of institutions to commit to Moon Shot for Equity includes the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee , Milwaukee Area Technical College , Carthage College , and University of Wisconsin-Parkside .
  • NASAs original moon shot proved that Americans can overcome nearly any obstacle if we fully commit ourselves and work together in innovative ways, said EAB Chief Executive Officer David Felsenthal.
  • Through the Moon Shot for Equity, regions such as Greater Milwaukee will confront racial inequality in college completion and at the same time boost economic recovery in their communities by producing more college graduates.
  • Participating schools will receive expert guidance from national Moon Shot mentors Georgia State University and Houston GPS .

Chartwells Higher Education Celebrates Achievements of Campus Partners Across the Country

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Tuesday, September 8, 2020
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"We're thrilled to see our dining teams and partners across the country getting these recognitions," said Lisa McEuen, CEO of Chartwells Higher Education.

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  • "We're thrilled to see our dining teams and partners across the country getting these recognitions," said Lisa McEuen, CEO of Chartwells Higher Education.
  • "The hard work and dedication our front-line associates and partners put in every day on campus and in the community is inspiring, and we're extremely proud to highlight the achievements they've earned for their exceptional work, care, and character."
  • University of Wisconsin-Superior's team accredited for excellent service:The Chartwells team at UW-Superior was recently acknowledged by Positively Superior Magazine for its excellent food service for the last 25+ years.
  • For more information about Chartwells Higher Education, please visit www.ChartwellsHigherEd.co m .

University of Washington Continuum College Partners With InStride

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Wednesday, April 22, 2020
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University of Washington Continuum College is now part of InStrides global network of quality academic institutions.

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  • University of Washington Continuum College is now part of InStrides global network of quality academic institutions.
  • Through this partnership, InStride will connect its national and international corporate partners and their employees to the University of Washington Continuum Colleges online programs and courses.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200422005271/en/
    As employers and workers experiment and adapt to working remotely, UW Continuum College on-demand, online certificate programs are seeing record growth, said Rovy Branon, vice provost, UW Continuum College.
  • The University of Washington Continuum College is here to help you access that education and take advantage of boundless opportunities, no matter where you live or when you find time for learning.

ParkMobile to Bring Smarter Parking Options to University of Wisconsin-Green Bay

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Wednesday, November 27, 2019
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ParkMobile is a free app available for iPhone and Android devices, and users can additionally register at parkmobile.io .

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  • ParkMobile is a free app available for iPhone and Android devices, and users can additionally register at parkmobile.io .
  • The ParkMobile app lets users pay for parking on-the-go by viewing and updating or adding time to their parking session remotely.
  • "ParkMobile is excited to partner with UW-Green Bay to provide the campus community and visitors with a convenient payment option for parking," says ParkMobile CEO, Jon Ziglar.
  • University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Contact: Tony Decker, Police Sergeant, [email protected]
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