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Kaplan’s All Access License Named to Tech & Learning’s Best of 2023 List, Citing Its Ability to Expand Opportunities

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Tech & Learning magazine has named Kaplan’s All Access License as a winner of its Best of 2023 contest , which recognizes educational technology that exceptionally supports teachers and students.

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  • Tech & Learning magazine has named Kaplan’s All Access License as a winner of its Best of 2023 contest , which recognizes educational technology that exceptionally supports teachers and students.
  • This can potentially save a school’s students hundreds of thousands of dollars, cumulatively.
  • Cleveland State University is also a partner and recently expanded its license to alumni because of the success it’s had with current students.
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UNCF Report Creates Blueprint to Activate HBCU Leadership in Climate Change and Sustainability

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Monday, February 12, 2024

“ The HBCU Climate Action Blueprint: Sustainable Campuses, Empowered Communities ” utilizes an eight-part framework to develop a foundational understanding of current climate and sustainability practices at HBCUs.

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  • “ The HBCU Climate Action Blueprint: Sustainable Campuses, Empowered Communities ” utilizes an eight-part framework to develop a foundational understanding of current climate and sustainability practices at HBCUs.
  • Supported through an unprecedented investment by Waverley Street Foundation, the report also develops a blueprint for activation of a network of HBCU Climate Action Hubs.
  • Hosted by the Intentional Endowments Network and Second Nature, the Higher Education Climate Leadership Summit is the premier annual gathering of higher education leaders committed to addressing inequity and the climate crisis.
  • The report also details a call to action and blueprint for HBCUs to develop climate hubs.

$1 Million in Matching Grants Awarded to Clark Atlanta University and Stillman College through HBCU SCI Program

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Monday, October 16, 2023

ATLANTA, GA, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The HBCU Sustainable Communities Initiative (HBCU SCI) announces the award recipients of the Southern Company Endowed Professorship in Sustainability, with $500,000 in matching grants going to both Clark Atlanta University and Stillman College.

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  • ATLANTA, GA, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The HBCU Sustainable Communities Initiative (HBCU SCI) announces the award recipients of the Southern Company Endowed Professorship in Sustainability, with $500,000 in matching grants going to both Clark Atlanta University and Stillman College.
  • HBCU SCI seeks to equip HBCU talent with support, resources, and knowledge to ensure that underserved communities are socially, economically and environmentally sustainable.
  • “The Southern Company Foundation is excited to award Clark Atlanta University and Stillman College with endowed professorships in sustainability.
  • Clark Atlanta University was formed with the consolidation of Atlanta University and Clark College, both of which hold unique places in the annals of African American history.

North Carolina A&T State University Partners with Kaplan to Offer Students Free Comprehensive Test Prep Courses

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is providing all of its undergraduate students with free test prep courses for graduate-level admissions exams, including the GRE ®, GMAT ®, LSAT ®, and MCAT ®, and professional certifications, through a new partnership with global educational services provider Kaplan.

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  • North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is providing all of its undergraduate students with free test prep courses for graduate-level admissions exams, including the GRE ®, GMAT ®, LSAT ®, and MCAT ®, and professional certifications, through a new partnership with global educational services provider Kaplan.
  • Kaplan has prepared students for standardized tests for 85 years, and North Carolina A&T is its newest HBCU partner, joining Xavier University of Louisiana , Howard University , Delaware State University , Talladega College , Stillman College , Fisk University , Hampton University , Spelman College and Alabama A&M University .
  • Also in September, Rutgers Law School signed up to offer all of its students free Kaplan bar exam prep courses.
  • North Carolina A&T students who are interested in enrolling in a Kaplan test prep course should contact their academic advisor.

Alabama A&M University Partners with Kaplan to Offer Students Free Comprehensive Test Prep for Graduate-Level Admissions Exams and Professional Certifications

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

The new partnership aims to improve matriculation to graduate and professional schools, improve professional licensing passage rates, and improve employability for AAMU graduates.

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  • The new partnership aims to improve matriculation to graduate and professional schools, improve professional licensing passage rates, and improve employability for AAMU graduates.
  • Kaplan has prepared students for standardized tests for 85 years, and Alabama A&M is its newest HBCU partner, joining Xavier University of Louisiana , Howard University , Delaware State University , Talladega College , Stillman College , Fisk University , Hampton University and Spelman College .
  • And most recently, Rutgers Law School signed up to offer all of its students free Kaplan bar exam prep courses .
  • For college and university leaders who want to explore partnering with Kaplan, learn more about the company’s exam prep programs .

Rutgers Law School Partners with Kaplan to Provide All Students with Free Prep Courses for the Bar Exam

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

Rutgers Law School will begin providing all of its graduating students with free comprehensive test prep for the bar exam through a new partnership with global educational services provider Kaplan.

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  • Rutgers Law School will begin providing all of its graduating students with free comprehensive test prep for the bar exam through a new partnership with global educational services provider Kaplan.
  • Rutgers Law students in the Class of 2024 will be the first to benefit from the partnership, which extends through the 2025-2026 academic year.
  • Kaplan will also provide the school with curriculum support to benefit all students throughout their Rutgers journey.
  • Rutgers Law School Dean Johanna Bond, said, “Rutgers Law School students will benefit tremendously from our partnership with Kaplan.

CYBER.ORG Partners with Amazon to Improve Diversity in the Cybersecurity Industry, Build the Talent Pipeline Starting with K-12

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

As a result of CISA’s support, the program has expanded to include minority-serving institutions (MSIs).

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  • As a result of CISA’s support, the program has expanded to include minority-serving institutions (MSIs).
  • “CYBER.ORG is making a significant impact in expanding access to K-12 cybersecurity education nationwide and diversifying the talent pool pursuing cybersecurity careers,” said Jenny Brinkley, Director, Amazon Security.
  • “We are extremely grateful to Amazon for its support and partnership as we work together to ensure that future cybersecurity careers are accessible to all students.
  • Expanding Project REACH and our partnerships is pivotal to diversifying the industry.”
    To learn more about Project REACH and become a partner, visit www.cyber.org/initiatives/project-reach .

Kaplan’s All Access License for Colleges and Universities Wins “Test Prep Innovation Of The Year” in the 5th Annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards Program

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

This can potentially save a school’s students hundreds of thousands of dollars, cumulatively.

Key Points: 
  • This can potentially save a school’s students hundreds of thousands of dollars, cumulatively.
  • “Kaplan’s All Access license is closing the opportunity gap by providing best-in-class test preparation to as many students as possible, at no cost to them.
  • We are really excited about the enthusiasm we’re getting from colleges and proud of the results we’re seeing so far.
  • Kaplan’s All Access license tackles these challenges head-on, addressing issues related to affordability, access, economic mobility, and innovation.

Spelman College Partners with Kaplan to Offer Students Free Comprehensive Prep for Graduate-Level Admissions Exams 

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Friday, June 2, 2023

Spelman College, a global leader in the education of women of African descent, announced today a new partnership with global educational services provider Kaplan that will provide Spelman students with free test prep courses for graduate-level admissions exams, including the GRE®, GMAT®, LSAT®, MCAT®, and OAT®.

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  • Spelman College, a global leader in the education of women of African descent, announced today a new partnership with global educational services provider Kaplan that will provide Spelman students with free test prep courses for graduate-level admissions exams, including the GRE®, GMAT®, LSAT®, MCAT®, and OAT®.
  • Kaplan has prepared students for standardized tests for 85 years, and Spelman College is its newest Historically Black College and University (HBCU) partner, joining Xavier University of Louisiana , Howard University , Delaware State University , Talladega College , Stillman College , Fisk University , and Hampton University .
  • “We are excited to bring Kaplan’s comprehensive All Access services to Spelman College and work with college leaders to help them deliver a potentially life-changing educational experience.
  • For college and university leaders who want to explore partnering with Kaplan, learn more about the company’s exam prep programs .

Hampton University Partners with Kaplan to Offer Students Free Comprehensive Prep for Graduate-Level Admissions and Licensing Exams

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Monday, May 15, 2023

Hampton University announced today that it will immediately begin providing all of its undergraduate students with free prep courses for graduate-level admissions exams, including the GRE®, GMAT®, LSAT®, MCAT®, DAT®, and OAT®; nurse licensing exam, the NCLEX-RN®; and teaching licensing exam, the PRAXIS®, through a new partnership with global educational services provider Kaplan.

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  • Hampton University announced today that it will immediately begin providing all of its undergraduate students with free prep courses for graduate-level admissions exams, including the GRE®, GMAT®, LSAT®, MCAT®, DAT®, and OAT®; nurse licensing exam, the NCLEX-RN®; and teaching licensing exam, the PRAXIS®, through a new partnership with global educational services provider Kaplan.
  • Our partnership with Kaplan signals a commitment to encouraging students to persist and complete their education.
  • It is one piece of the puzzle that helps create the #1 experience we want to deliver to our students,” said Hampton University President Darrell K. Williams.
  • “We are excited to bring Kaplan’s comprehensive All Access services to Hampton undergrads and work with university leaders to help them deliver a transformational educational experience.