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Chegg Announces 2nd Annual Global Student Mental Health Week Amid Growing Loneliness Epidemic

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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Chegg, Inc. (NYSE: CHGG), today announced that it has partnered with esteemed non-profits and organizations from around the world for Global Student Mental Health Week 2024, taking place from February 26 to March 3.

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  • Chegg, Inc. (NYSE: CHGG), today announced that it has partnered with esteemed non-profits and organizations from around the world for Global Student Mental Health Week 2024, taking place from February 26 to March 3.
  • In its second year, Student Mental Health Week will have a special focus on tackling student loneliness.
  • The World Health Organization has deemed social isolation an issue and a global health priority , and warned of the impact of loneliness on well-being.
  • Student Mental Health Week will encompass a variety of in-person and digital events, involving students to inform debate and help educate policymakers, educational institutions, and communities on the mental health challenges students face.

RS BioTherapeutics Promotes Michelle L. Shuffett, MD to Chief Medical Officer

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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CUMBERLAND, Md., Oct. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RS BioTherapeutics, whose mission is to develop life-changing medicines for the millions of people suffering from diseases characterized by pulmonary inflammation, is pleased to announce that it has appointed Michelle L. Shuffett, MD as its Chief Medical Officer.

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  • CUMBERLAND, Md., Oct. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RS BioTherapeutics, whose mission is to develop life-changing medicines for the millions of people suffering from diseases characterized by pulmonary inflammation, is pleased to announce that it has appointed Michelle L. Shuffett, MD as its Chief Medical Officer.
  • Commenting on the promotion of Dr. Shuffett to Chief Medical Officer, Dean Hart, Chief Executive Officer of RS BioTherapeutics said, “Michelle has been a tremendous addition to our leadership team.
  • Michelle will Chair the TEC and that group will help guide the development of RSBT-001.”
    Commenting on her appointment, Dr. Shuffett said, “I’m thrilled to continue working with the incredible leadership team at RS BioTherapeutics in this new role.
  • Dr. Shuffett has also served in senior roles at several organizations including Synapse Medical Communications, Everyday Health, Columbia Care, and Radicle Science.

PACSUN HIGHLIGHTS ITS COMMUNITY IN HOLIDAY 2023 CAMPAIGN: THIS IS Y(OUR) STORY

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Specialty youth retailer Pacsun is embracing the spirit of togetherness this holiday season, putting its customers, employees and community at the forefront of its Holiday 2023 campaign.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Specialty youth retailer Pacsun is embracing the spirit of togetherness this holiday season, putting its customers, employees and community at the forefront of its Holiday 2023 campaign.
  • Their unique community inclusive of local students, musicians, artists, teachers, and more eagerly shared what Pacsun meant to them and elaborated on their desire to be featured.
  • "At Pacsun, we value community and inclusivity and believe it's important to stay closely connected with our audience," said Pacsun CEO Brie Olson.
  • "This year, we've united our community in a special way, providing the platform to authentically represent Pacsun in the Holiday 2023 campaign."

HAUS LABS BY LADY GAGA UNVEILS NEXT INNOVATION, TRICLONE SKIN TECH CONCEALER, A REVOLUTIONARY, CLEAN CONCEALER THAT DOES MORE THAN COVER: BLURS, BRIGHTENS, CONCEALS AND DE-PUFFS WITH 20+ SKINCARE INGREDIENTS

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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Consumers can now find the full Haus Labs assortment in EVERY US + CANADA Sephora store and hauslabs.com.

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  • Consumers can now find the full Haus Labs assortment in EVERY US + CANADA Sephora store and hauslabs.com.
  • "I am so proud to share Triclone Skin Tech Concealer with the community.
  • And as with all Haus Labs products, we ensured a wide range of skin tones, under tones and shades are represented.
  • HAUS LABS BY LADY GAGA™ is a supercharged clean artistry makeup brand, powered by innovation – delivering high-tech, high-pigment, high-performance proprietary products infused with skin-loving ingredients.

HAUS LABS BY LADY GAGA UNVEILS NEXT INNOVATION, TRICLONE SKIN TECH CONCEALER, A REVOLUTIONARY, CLEAN CONCEALER THAT DOES MORE THAN COVER: BLURS, BRIGHTENS, CONCEALS AND DE-PUFFS WITH 20+ SKINCARE INGREDIENTS

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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Consumers can now find the full Haus Labs assortment in EVERY US + CANADA Sephora store and hauslabs.com.

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  • Consumers can now find the full Haus Labs assortment in EVERY US + CANADA Sephora store and hauslabs.com.
  • "I am so proud to share Triclone Skin Tech Concealer with the community.
  • And as with all Haus Labs products, we ensured a wide range of skin tones, under tones and shades are represented.
  • HAUS LABS BY LADY GAGA™ is a supercharged clean artistry makeup brand, powered by innovation – delivering high-tech, high-pigment, high-performance proprietary products infused with skin-loving ingredients.

As U.S. Suicides Reach an All-Time High, the Nation's Youth Buck the Trend

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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FORT WORTH, Texas, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TimelyCare, higher education's most trusted virtual health and well-being provider, is recognizing the significant investments colleges and universities are making to address one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. in conjunction with National Suicide Prevention Month.

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  • According to a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 49,000 people died by suicide in 2022, a 2.6% increase from the prior year.
  • "Status quo is not an option when it comes to the well-being of college students.
  • This is why we've built services tailored to the unique and varying comfort levels of students, reflecting our dedication to reach each and every one, wherever they are."
  • Be There Certificate – One in every 10 college students across the country has 24/7 access to the TimelyCare app from their phone or other device.

JOYBA® Bubble Tea Launches "Real Tea, Real Talk" Campaign and Partners with Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation to Encourage Mental Health Support through Peer-To-Peer Connections

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023
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WALNUT CREEK, Calif. , June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, JOYBA® bubble tea is announcing the launch of "Real Tea, Real Talk," a campaign that, in partnership with Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation and other influencers, is raising awareness about mental health support for youth and equipping them with tools to support each other. Joyba, a brand of ready-to-drink bubble tea available nationwide, believes in the power of bringing joy to everyday life and that mental health support is a critical part of cultivating joy.

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  • Joyba, a brand of ready-to-drink bubble tea available nationwide, believes in the power of bringing joy to everyday life and that mental health support is a critical part of cultivating joy.
  • To launch "Real Tea, Real Talk," Joyba is bringing awareness to Born This Way Foundation's initiative to uplift peer-to-peer support by encouraging individuals to earn their Be There Certificate.
  • JOYBA® bubble tea is proud to promote real peer-to-peer conversations for all young people, starting with LGBTQ+ youth.
  • As part of this June launch, Joyba is donating $25,000 to Born This Way Foundations' Pride Fund with CenterLink to support LGBTQ+ youth mental health.

Social Innovation Summit Jumpstarts Industry-Defining Initiatives and Partnerships in Los Angeles

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
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NEW YORK, June 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Social Innovation Summit, an annual two-day flagship hosted by Landmark Ventures, concluded in Los Angeles on June 7 and served as the mainstage for several industry-defining initiatives and partnership announcements, such as leading autonomous vehicle company Cruise's first-of-its-kind partnership with Replate.org; investment management company BlackRock hitting $2 billion in savings for everyday Americans through its Emergency Savings Initiative; PledgeLA unveiled its ambitious new regional goal, called '50 in 5': in five years, 50% of all Los Angeles venture capital dollars will go to teams with women, Black, and Latinx founders; and artist, activist and author Halim Flowers launching his latest venture for giving back, Justice Served coffee, citing that the event's carefully curated attendee mix of social impact changemakers made it the perfect platform to launch new initiatives.

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  • "Social Innovation Summit is all about making the types of cross-sector connections that lead to breakthroughs, and it was an honor to unveil this new partnership with the energetic audience."
  • The evolution of the Social Innovation Summit over the past 20 years has been essential as businesses and leaders continue to find ways to create impact.
  • "At Social Innovation Summit, we provide a platform for changemakers to build the connections that bring their ideas to life."
  • "The energy at Social Innovation Summit is terrific," said Guild's Chief People and Purpose Officer Dean Carter.

RS BioTherapeutics Appoints Michelle L. Shuffett, MD as SVP of Medical and Scientific Affairs

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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Dr. Shuffett attended medical school at the University of Kentucky, completed her residency at UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital, and practiced at Children's Hospital Los Angeles.

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  • Dr. Shuffett attended medical school at the University of Kentucky, completed her residency at UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital, and practiced at Children's Hospital Los Angeles.
  • She began her career in the pharmaceutical industry at Boehringer Ingelheim, focusing on COPD opinion leader development and advocacy, medical marketing communications, research, and medical-legal review.
  • During that time, she also attended the London School of Economics and earned certifications in Healthcare Economics and Quantitative Analysis.
  • Commenting on the appointment of Dr. Shuffett, Dean Hart, Chief Executive Officer of RS BioTherapeutics said, “We are very pleased to welcome Michelle as Senior Vice President of Medical and Scientific Affairs.

NFL Star Aaron Jones Donates 1,025 Shoes to Kids Across Wisconsin

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Thursday, May 18, 2023
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GREEN BAY, Wis., May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones and his A&A All The Way Foundation is donating over 1,025 pairs of shoes to schools and Boys & Girls Clubs across the state of Wisconsin starting May 17 as a part of his annual Yards for Shoes Campaign, presented by Cousins Subs®.

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  • Jones personally handed out shoes to kids at Audubon Technology & Communication Center Middle and High School on May 17.
  • The shoe donation is part of Aaron Jones' Yards for Shoes Campaign, presented by Cousins Subs®, which ran during the 2022/2023 season.
  • For every rushing yard Jones gained, Jones and his A&A All The Way Foundation pledged to donate a pair of shoes to elementary, middle and high school students.
  • Jones earned over 1,000 rushing yards and Green Bay Packers fans funded an additional 25 pairs of shoes, totaling up to 1,025 pairs of donated shoes.