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Modern States, the Largest “Free College for Credit” System in the U.S., Surpasses 400,000 Learners

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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NEW YORK, April 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Modern States Education Alliance (“Modern States”), the nation’s leading philanthropy dedicated to making a college degree more affordable and accessible for everyone, today announced that it has over 400,000 registered students on its online learning platform.

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  • To date, students have completed 128,000 courses and received full reimbursement by Modern States for exam fees.
  • “The philanthropic goal of Modern States is to give away great, free, credit-bearing college courses to everyone who wants them.
  • The NYC students who receive stipends for passing courses and exams use Modern States courses to earn free college credit during high school.
  • The philanthropy aspires to help over one million learners and to save students and taxpayers over $1 billion in total.

A Gamified App Teaching Credit Education Nabs First Place in the Inaugural #IYKYK Hackathon

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023
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Their winning concept was a gamified app that teaches credit education and fiscal responsibility.

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  • Their winning concept was a gamified app that teaches credit education and fiscal responsibility.
  • The "Credit Stingers'" winning idea was a gamified app that teaches credit education and fiscal responsibility.
  • Through our app, we hope to tell more people about credit,” said Mandelkosi Sibanda of Alabama State University.
  • The #IYKYK Hackathon challenged students to create a credit education program for their peers, including those who are not part of the credit ecosystem.

COOLJC Returns to Baltimore for the 83rd International Congress Christian Leadership, Training and Development Conference

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023
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BALTIMORE , April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 83rd International Congress of the Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ of Apostolic Faith (COOLJC) will assemble in city of Baltimore, MD April 11–15, 2023. This youth Christian leadership, training and development conference will take place at the Renaissance Baltimore Harbor Place Hotel, 202 East Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD. Organizers are anticipating up to 3,000 delegates on site and events will be live streamed for worldwide viewing.

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  • This youth Christian leadership, training and development conference will take place at the Renaissance Baltimore Harbor Place Hotel, 202 East Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD.
  • BALTIMORE , April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 83rd International Congress of the Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ of Apostolic Faith (COOLJC) will assemble in city of Baltimore, MD April 11–15, 2023.
  • This youth Christian leadership, training and development conference will take place at the Renaissance Baltimore Harbor Place Hotel, 202 East Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD.
  • This year marks the 83rd staging of the International Congress Conference (iCongress), with the theme Unbreakable: Embracing change and Spiritual Transformation.

2023 Vectorworks Design Scholarship Now Accepting Submissions

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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COLUMBIA, Md., April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. invites students to see where their designs can take them by entering the seventh Vectorworks Design Scholarship. The global competition is open to undergraduate and graduate students in major disciplines related to architecture, landscape architecture, landscape design, entertainment and interior design. Students can submit a new design or past project from any of their classes for the chance to win up to $10,000 USD.

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  • COLUMBIA, Md., April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. invites students to see where their designs can take them by entering the seventh Vectorworks Design Scholarship.
  • The global competition is open to undergraduate and graduate students in major disciplines related to architecture, landscape architecture, landscape design, entertainment and interior design.
  • Students can submit a new design or past project from any of their classes for the chance to win up to $10,000 USD.
  • Winners' schools will also receive free Vectorworks Design Suite software and free virtual or in-person workshop training for faculty and students.

TEDCO's Maryland Innovation Initiative Announced Recent Investments

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
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COLUMBIA, Md., March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TEDCO, Maryland's economic engine for technology companies, announced a recent round of funding through the Maryland Innovation Initiative (MII).

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  • COLUMBIA, Md., March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TEDCO , Maryland's economic engine for technology companies, announced a recent round of funding through the Maryland Innovation Initiative ( MII ).
  • Established in 2012, the MII program was created as a partnership between the State of Maryland and five Maryland academic research institutions: Johns Hopkins University; Morgan State University; University of Maryland, Baltimore; University of Maryland, Baltimore County; and University of Maryland, College Park.
  • The program's mission is to accelerate and support the commercialization of promising technologies from bench to market through investments in innovation, entrepreneurship and venture creation.
  • "The 2023 awardees show the exceptional research and innovation Maryland has to offer."

Lindenwood University Offers New Avenue for Assistance For Students Experiencing a Mental Health Crisis

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023
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NATICK, Mass., March 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lindenwood University, today, announced a partnership with Uwill, the leading mental health and wellness solution for colleges and students, to offer students a direct connection to a licensed therapist trained in trauma. Lindenwood students will now have access to counselors trained to assess risk and deescalate situations.

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  • "Immediate mental health crises are on the rise, and students need help now more than ever," said Dawn Meyer, Interim Director, Student Counseling and Resource Center.
  • Uwill joins Lindenwood at a time when recent survey data from NASPA shows a continued decline in student mental health.
  • "We offer a comprehensive mental health solution, and providing students a direct crisis connection allows for well-rounded support, no matter the circumstances."
  • Uwill partners with students from all 50 states, including institutions such as Bucknell University, Gettysburg College, Morgan State University, and Santa Fe Community College.

Exelon Energy Transformation Centered on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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Thursday, March 9, 2023
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“As the energy landscape evolves, one of the most important jobs I have as CEO is leading that transformation in a way that is just and equitable,” said Calvin Butler, Exelon president and CEO.

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  • “As the energy landscape evolves, one of the most important jobs I have as CEO is leading that transformation in a way that is just and equitable,” said Calvin Butler, Exelon president and CEO.
  • 14 scholars are confirmed for internships at Exelon and its local energy companies for summer 2023.
  • In 2022, Exelon continued its efforts to support the growth and development of local diverse suppliers in our communities through the Exelon Foundations Program and the Exelon Empowerment Academies.
  • Exelon has more than 80 unique workforce development programs across its six energy companies, designed to bring economic equity, empowerment and employment opportunities to under-resourced communities.

SRC Publishes Interim Microelectronics and Advanced Packaging Technologies Roadmap, Seeks Public Comments

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023
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SRC was the only awardee chosen to focus on these emerging technologies, due to its strong history of thought leadership and continued innovation.

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  • SRC was the only awardee chosen to focus on these emerging technologies, due to its strong history of thought leadership and continued innovation.
  • The new paradigm uses system-scale design and architecture to integrate electronics, photonics, and micromechanical chiplets, taking into account cross-platform issues and relying critically on the rise of advanced packaging technologies.
  • SRC is actively seeking public feedback on the interim MAPT roadmap.
  • Through its interdisciplinary research programs, SRC plays an indispensable role in addressing global challenges, using research and development strategies, and advanced tools and technologies.

Honda & Grant Thornton Partner To Present TMCF Train The Trainer Program

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) is partnering with accounting and consulting firm Grant Thornton LLP and American Honda Motor Co., Inc. to host a Train the Trainer Career Readiness program in Washington, D.C. from Tuesday, February 28 through Friday, March 3.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) is partnering with accounting and consulting firm Grant Thornton LLP and American Honda Motor Co., Inc. to host a Train the Trainer Career Readiness program in Washington, D.C. from Tuesday, February 28 through Friday, March 3.
  • Train the Trainer is another step toward creating an inclusive workplace environment and even more critical in our current climate as we strive to establish a more just and equitable society.
  • Honda’s contribution also supports the Train the Trainer program and TMCF’s Leadership Institute.
  • “This is a critical program for our member schools, and we’re excited to work with Grant Thornton and Honda,” TMCF Chief Programs Officer Eric Hart said.

Territorium Launches LifeJourney, a First-In-Market AI-Powered Skills and Competency Toolkit, to Bridge the Gap Between Learning and Employability

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023
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SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Territorium, a global education technology leader with 11 million active users across 15 countries, today announced the launch of LifeJourney, an AI-powered toolkit designed to facilitate the intersections and transitions between K-12, higher education, and workforce readiness. The secure and interoperable toolkit enables students to take control of their digital credentials and improve their lifetime earning power through personalized learning, assessments, and career opportunities with a data-rich, skills-based comprehensive learner record (CLR) of each learner's capabilities.

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  • "A decade later, our technology has enabled that very thing for millions of learners."
  • Territorium's AI-powered LifeJourney toolkit comprises TerritoriumCLR – a 1EdTech-certified Comprehensive Learner Record – assessment services, and CareerBit, all integrated into a seamless toolkit.
  • "As a lifelong educator and believer in the power of technology, Territorium is driving a new normal that will profoundly impact education and employment.
  • LifeJourney is fully integrated with the leading learning management systems, student information systems, and human resource information systems.