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University of Phoenix Collaborates With Military Police Regimental Association to Provide Full-Tuition Scholarship

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Together with the Military Police Regimental Association (MPRA), the University of Phoenix is offering one full-tuition scholarship for a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree program for standard MPRA members or immediate family members of a standard MPRA member.

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  • Together with the Military Police Regimental Association (MPRA), the University of Phoenix is offering one full-tuition scholarship for a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree program for standard MPRA members or immediate family members of a standard MPRA member.
  • Military members and families may encounter challenges of time, commitments, and circumstance to reaching their academic and career goals.
  • The University of Phoenix Military Police Regimental Association Scholarship is intended to recognize military service commitment and provide an opportunity to further education goals for military police members and families.
  • “University of Phoenix is pleased to continue honoring the service of military police and their families through this scholarship opportunity,” stated Eric Ryan, Marine Corps veteran and senior director of Military Operations at University of Phoenix.

Chegg to Announce First Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Chegg, Inc. (NYSE: CHGG), the leading student-first connected learning platform, announced today that it is scheduled to release its earnings results for the first quarter of 2024, which ended March 31, 2024, on Monday, April 29, 2024, after the market close.

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  • Chegg, Inc. (NYSE: CHGG), the leading student-first connected learning platform, announced today that it is scheduled to release its earnings results for the first quarter of 2024, which ended March 31, 2024, on Monday, April 29, 2024, after the market close.
  • Chegg will host a conference call to discuss the first quarter financial results at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time (4:30 p.m. Eastern Time) on the same day.
  • A live webcast of the call will also be available at https://investor.chegg.com under the Events & Presentations menu.
  • Chegg is a publicly held company and trades on the NYSE under the symbol CHGG.

Superior School of Real Estate Launches Second Annual North Carolina CE Tour Road Show with Bill Gallagher

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Superior School of Real Estate , the leading real estate educator for both online and classroom learning in North Carolina, today announced its second annual North Carolina CE Tour Road Show with Bill Gallagher.

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  • Superior School of Real Estate , the leading real estate educator for both online and classroom learning in North Carolina, today announced its second annual North Carolina CE Tour Road Show with Bill Gallagher.
  • “Our CE road tour across North Carolina was a huge hit last year!
  • “I love teaching, and I am looking forward to hitting the road with these courses.”
    Superior’s Second Annual North Carolina CE Tour Road Show with Bill Gallagher will run for three weeks across numerous locations in North Carolina.
  • His experience in the real estate industry has touched the lives of thousands of students and professionals in North Carolina.

2024 Oncology Nurse Advisor Summit Shatters Attendance Records

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Over 2,200 attendees enriched their knowledge in disease-specific and supportive care topics during the 9th Annual Oncology Nurse Advisor (ONA) Summit, which occurred from March 21-24, 2024.

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  • Over 2,200 attendees enriched their knowledge in disease-specific and supportive care topics during the 9th Annual Oncology Nurse Advisor (ONA) Summit, which occurred from March 21-24, 2024.
  • New to the 2024 Summit was a one-day pre-conference Hematology Intensive on March 21 titled, What’s Blood Got to Do With It?
  • Also new to the Summit was the Real Solutions Virtual Poster Gallery, which presented real-life, innovative strategies and quality improvement solutions submitted by oncology nurses, which were selected for the Summit through a blind review by ONA Summit course directors.
  • Paula Anastasia, MN, RN, AOCN®, GYN Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist, UCLA Health Sciences, participated in the Summit as Clinical Advisor, Peer Reviewer and Expert Moderator.

Latest Research Report From Sallie Mae and Ipsos Identifies Barriers to College Completion

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

One in four current undergraduate students have seriously considered leaving college or have been at risk of dismissal, according to “How America Completes College 2024,” a national study from Sallie Mae and Ipsos.

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  • One in four current undergraduate students have seriously considered leaving college or have been at risk of dismissal, according to “How America Completes College 2024,” a national study from Sallie Mae and Ipsos.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240403615183/en/
    At-risk students cite financial challenges (30%), changes in motivation (24%), and mental health issues (18%) as primary barriers to college completion.
  • “We need to support early college planning, especially for first-generation students and those from underserved communities,” said Nic Jafarieh, executive vice president, Sallie Mae.
  • Ipsos is a global independent market research company ranking third worldwide among research firms.

Michigan State University Launches Groundbreaking BIM-Ready Complete Program in Partnership with TechnoStruct Academy

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

To address the ever-widening gap between academia and the reality of construction practices, Michigan State University (MSU) is partnering with TechnoStruct LLC, the leading institute for BIM implementation in the US.

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  • To address the ever-widening gap between academia and the reality of construction practices, Michigan State University (MSU) is partnering with TechnoStruct LLC, the leading institute for BIM implementation in the US.
  • To boost its global presence, TechnoStruct Academy (TSA), the educational arm of TechnoStruct LLC, has joined as the educational partner in this collaborative effort.
  • "We are thrilled to partner with Michigan State University in launching the BIM-Ready Complete program, representing a significant milestone in our mission to provide comprehensive BIM training and empower professionals to excel in the AEC industry," says Aniruddha Roy, TechnoStruct Academy.
  • "At TechnoStruct Academy, our BIM-Ready Complete program is a hands-on, practical training that sets you up for success in the fast-paced world of Building Information Modeling.

University of Phoenix to Host Third Annual Inclusive Leadership Summit, “Transparency as the Catalyst for Belonging”

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

University of Phoenix will hold its third annual Inclusive Leadership Summit and Career Fair, June 11-13, 2024.

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  • University of Phoenix will hold its third annual Inclusive Leadership Summit and Career Fair, June 11-13, 2024.
  • The event will focus on developing skills to be an inclusive leader and providing opportunities for professional networking.
  • Those participating in the seminar will have the chance to earn a workforce-focused Inclusive Leadership Badge.
  • Additionally, all summit participants will have the opportunity to earn digital badges , including the “Inclusive Leader: Transparency in Practice” badge.

FirstLine Schools Choose Varsity Tutors for Schools to Provide Students with Additional Learning Resources

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

“For families who have wondered, 'How can I help my student?,' we have an additional response of where to go for support: Varsity Tutors for Schools,” said Kirsten Feil, Executive Director of Teaching & Learning at FirstLine Schools.

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  • “For families who have wondered, 'How can I help my student?,' we have an additional response of where to go for support: Varsity Tutors for Schools,” said Kirsten Feil, Executive Director of Teaching & Learning at FirstLine Schools.
  • “This platform can be a resource in those moments when students need assistance but cannot get one-on-one time with their teacher, or when they’re looking for additional study materials that will help them succeed academically.
  • We’re excited to be able to offer the Varsity Tutors for Schools platform, and we encourage students to take advantage of all that it provides for them.”
    Over 500 school districts across the country utilize the Varsity Tutors for Schools platform to supplement classroom learning and to effectively close learning gaps.
  • “Varsity Tutors for Schools delivers a rich set of learning options to deploy for all students,” said Anthony Salcito, Chief Institutional Officer at Varsity Tutors for Schools.

Chattanooga State Community College Selects YuJa Panorama Digital Accessibility to Serve More Than 11,000 Students Campuswide

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

A Tennessee Board of Regents institution, Chattanooga State Community College, has selected YuJa Panorama Digital Accessibility Platform to help instructors deliver accessible course content to more than 11,000 students throughout southeast Tennessee.

Key Points: 
  • A Tennessee Board of Regents institution, Chattanooga State Community College, has selected YuJa Panorama Digital Accessibility Platform to help instructors deliver accessible course content to more than 11,000 students throughout southeast Tennessee.
  • YuJa Panorama will replace the institution’s former accessibility tool.
  • Advanced analytics help identify gaps in accessibility and can inform decisions throughout an institution’s accessibility journey.
  • An Image Accessibility Engine extracts and converts images, including scanned documents and those with handwritten or digital text to ensure accessibility spans an institution’s digital footprint.

RobotLAB Receives EdTech Chronicle 2023 ‘Bestie’ Award for Landmark Partnership With American Samoa Dept. of Education

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

RobotLAB , an award-winning robotics integrator that delivers impactful technological innovations and solutions for educators and business owners across the globe, has earned ‘Best Partnership’ in EdTech Chronicle’s 2023 Best in Education Awards for its transformative partnership with the American Samoa Department of Education.

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  • RobotLAB , an award-winning robotics integrator that delivers impactful technological innovations and solutions for educators and business owners across the globe, has earned ‘Best Partnership’ in EdTech Chronicle’s 2023 Best in Education Awards for its transformative partnership with the American Samoa Department of Education.
  • The inaugural “Bestie” Awards recognize people and partnerships that improve education technology access and learning across the globe.
  • Inked in late 2023, RobotLAB’s partnership with the American Samoa Department of Education provided education technology solutions for all K-12 public schools in the island nation, including special education bundles for schools that offer autism therapy.
  • The programs expose students to age-appropriate technology and encourage a mastery of computer science, artificial intelligence, automation, STEM and robotics.