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Former Federal Prosecutor Seth Goertz Joins Dorsey in Phoenix

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Dorsey & Whitney LLP continues the expansion of the Phoenix office and its nationally recognized Government Solutions & Investigations group with the arrival of former federal prosecutor Seth Goertz , the law firm announced today.

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  • Dorsey & Whitney LLP continues the expansion of the Phoenix office and its nationally recognized Government Solutions & Investigations group with the arrival of former federal prosecutor Seth Goertz , the law firm announced today.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240305604950/en/
    Dorsey & Whitney LLP continues the expansion of the Phoenix office and its nationally recognized Government Solutions & Investigations group with the arrival of former federal prosecutor Seth Goertz.
  • “We are excited to welcome Seth to our Phoenix office.
  • Seth advances the strategic growth of the firm’s Government Solutions & Investigations team by adding white-collar defense and government investigation capabilities in Phoenix.

University of Phoenix Leadership to Present at Greater Phoenix Chamber Event

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Friday, February 23, 2024

University of Phoenix proudly presents its distinguished leaders as featured speakers at the Greater Phoenix Chamber's quarterly Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Forum.

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  • University of Phoenix proudly presents its distinguished leaders as featured speakers at the Greater Phoenix Chamber's quarterly Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Forum.
  • "We are thrilled to have Doris Savron and McCeil Johnson from the University of Phoenix as our speakers for this significant DEI Forum," said Todd Sanders, President and CEO of the Greater Phoenix Chamber.
  • “As we engage in this collaborative event with the Greater Phoenix Chamber, we appreciate the pivotal role they play in shaping a diverse and inclusive professional landscape,” she shares.
  • She recently completed a six-year term at the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce and serves on committees like the DEI professionals committee for the Chamber.

Are you seeing news reports of voting problems? 4 essential reads on election disinformation

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Monday, February 12, 2024

In certain circles, the 2020 presidential election isn’t over – and that seems to be at least a little bit true.

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  • In certain circles, the 2020 presidential election isn’t over – and that seems to be at least a little bit true.
  • In recent weeks, official reviews of election records and processes from the 2020 presidential election have reported findings that might be used to spread rumors about voting integrity.
  • For instance, election officials in Virginia’s Prince William County announced on Jan. 11, 2024, that 4,000 votes from the 2020 presidential election had been miscounted.
  • Death reports and prison inmate rolls can help them determine who should remain eligible to voter and who should be removed from voting lists, the report said.

1. Changing numbers are evidence of transparency, not fraud

  • “(T)his doesn’t mean the system is ‘rigged.’ Actually, it means the system is transparent to a fault,” she wrote.
  • Read more:
    How votes are counted in Pennsylvania: Changing numbers are a sign of transparency, not fraud, during an ongoing process

2. Easier voting is not a threat to election integrity

  • Erecting obstacles to voting will not prevent the problems that do exist in the election system, for the simple reason that the flaws are not a result of easier voting methods, such as early voting and voting by mail.
  • Grinnell College political scientist Douglas R. Hess observed that the COVID-19 pandemic was a massive test of whether a secure election could be held with a lot of accommodations that made voting easier, and safer from the spread of disease.
  • Likewise, the collection of absentee ballots – a necessity for some voters – can be implemented securely.”

    Read more:
    Making it easier to vote does not threaten election integrity

3. It’s possible for election workers to be both partisan and fair-minded

  • For many years, elections have been run by people who were members of one political party or the other but behaved in good faith to run fair elections, wrote Thom Reilly, a scholar at Arizona State University’s School of Public Affairs.
  • Yet, he wrote,
    “(W)idespread misinformation and disinformation on election administration is hobbling the ability of election officials to do their job and has created fertile ground for mistrust.”
    “(W)idespread misinformation and disinformation on election administration is hobbling the ability of election officials to do their job and has created fertile ground for mistrust.”

    Read more:
    Good faith and the honor of partisan election officials used to be enough to ensure trust in voting results – but not anymore

4. Beware those who aim to confuse or mislead

  • Situations to watch out for are those in which “lack of understanding and certainty can fuel doubt, fan misinformation and provide opportunities for those seeking to delegitimize the results,” they wrote.
  • Specifically, look out for:
    “Politically motivated individuals (who) are likely to cherry-pick and assemble these pieces of digital "evidence” to fit narratives that seek to undermine trust in the results.
  • Read more:
    5 types of misinformation to watch out for while ballots are being counted – and after

    This story is a roundup of articles from The Conversation’s archives.

University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics research finds new app supports improved care for persons living with dementia

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

IOWA CITY, Iowa and WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Caregivers of people living with dementia reported a significant increase in their knowledge, skills, and a more positive attitude in delivering oral hygiene care, leading to higher confidence in providing care, through the use of a mobile application (app), according to new research from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics and the University of Iowa College of Public Health. The study, led by Leonardo Marchini, DDS, MSD, PhD, and Sato Ashida, PhD, assessed the use of an app, Dental.Aging.Tips, as a tool to inform and teach caregivers how to help older adults with their oral health.

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  • "It is tremendously encouraging that the newly developed Dental.Aging.Tips app used in this study was widely accepted, and improved caregivers' attitudes, knowledge, and abilities to provide oral hygiene care."
  • Key takeaways from the study include:
    The Dental.Aging.Tips App improved perceptions related to oral hygiene care provision among both family and paid caregivers.
  • Caregivers found the information extremely useful and helpful in improving the oral hygiene care they provide to persons living with dementia.
  • The report was sponsored by the Delta Dental Institute , which supports research-based exploration of care delivery models like emerging technology and mobile apps that improve health care outcomes and advance patient-centered care.

Ted Olt succeeds Dana Waterman in key Lee Enterprises role

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

DAVENPORT, Iowa, Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Theodore F. Olt III has been elected by the board of directors of Lee Enterprises, Incorporated (NASDAQ: LEE) to succeed C. Dana Waterman III, who is retiring after 34 years as secretary and general counsel.

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  • DAVENPORT, Iowa, Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Theodore F. Olt III has been elected by the board of directors of Lee Enterprises, Incorporated (NASDAQ: LEE) to succeed C. Dana Waterman III, who is retiring after 34 years as secretary and general counsel.
  • “Ted has worked closely with Dana on many key Lee projects for over two decades, so we know how valuable he will be to Lee in his new role,” said Mary Junck, chairman of the Lee board.
  • Dana has set exceedingly high marks, and we’re certain Ted will set new high marks of his own.”
    Olt is a graduate of the U.S.
  • “It is truly an honor to take on this role with Lee Enterprises,” Olt said.

University of Phoenix Leadership Join UPCEA Webinar on Diversity Fatigue and DE&I in Post SCOTUS Ruling Webinar

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

The webinar explored the concept of "Diversity Fatigue," which encompasses the emotional strain experienced by postsecondary leaders when their institution's DE&I commitment differs from their personal dedication to the cause.

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  • The webinar explored the concept of "Diversity Fatigue," which encompasses the emotional strain experienced by postsecondary leaders when their institution's DE&I commitment differs from their personal dedication to the cause.
  • "University of Phoenix serves a diverse student population, and our commitment to serving that population is part of the equation.
  • Earlier this year, she was selected to serve on the UPCEA Board of Directors’ Diversity & Inclusive Excellence Committee for a one-year term.
  • Dr. Underwood earned her Ph.D. in Educational Policy from the University of Illinois at Chicago, Executive Certificate in Strategic Diversity and Inclusion Management from Georgetown University, and Diversity and Inclusion for Human Resources Certification from Cornell University.

Grinnell College National Poll Reveals Americans' Distrust of Artificial Intelligence

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

GRINNELL, Iowa, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The newest Grinnell College National Poll, conducted in collaboration with Iowa pollster J. Ann Selzer, uncovers Americans' skepticism about the impact of AI, with a plurality of 46% of respondents saying that these technologies will have a negative impact on their lives. This skepticism is broadly shared by respondents of different racial identities, religions, income, and education levels, as well as across urban, suburban and rural geographies.

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  • The poll's findings revealed a gender gap in how men and women assess the impact of artificial intelligence systems, with women more likely to rate the impact as negative.
  • Forty percent of men believe that AI will have a negative impact on their life, compared to 52% of women.
  • The Grinnell College National Poll, conducted for Grinnell College by Selzer & Co., surveyed 1,006 Americans ages 18 and over between October 10-15, 2023.
  • Results for questions asked of the full sample have a margin of error of +/- 3.1 percentage points.

Grinnell College National Poll Shows Biden and Trump in a Dead Heat

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

 GRINNELL, Iowa, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The newest Grinnell College National Poll shows President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump in a dead heat among likely voters if the 2024 general election was held today. In a poll conducted in collaboration with renowned Iowa pollster J. Ann Selzer, both Biden and Trump, running as their party's candidate, would attract 40% of likely voters – but 18% say they would vote for someone else. The Biden-Trump vote splits along partisan lines. Independents divide, but tilt toward Trump (35% vs. 32% for Biden), with 30% saying they would vote for someone else.

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  • More Americans Say Democracy is Under Threat, Majority Support Constitutional Reforms
    GRINNELL, Iowa, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The newest Grinnell College National Poll shows President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump in a dead heat among likely voters if the 2024 general election was held today.
  • Independents divide, but tilt toward Trump (35% vs. 32% for Biden), with 30% saying they would vote for someone else.
  • President Biden's approval rating comes in at 38%, the second-best showing in Grinnell College National Poll history, but a majority (53%) still disapprove of his job performance.
  • The Grinnell College National Poll surveyed 1,006 Americans ages 18 and over between October 10-15, 2023.

Dr. Supreet Kaur Joins Top Family Dental Practice, Elegant Smiles, in Brookhaven, Georgia

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

BROOKHAVEN, Ga., May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Elegant Smiles is a modern, state-of-the-art dental practice that provides cutting-edge, quality care for patients of all ages in a comfortable, relaxing environment. Elegant Smiles is committed to delivering comprehensive dentistry at its best, providing every patient with a pathway toward achieving functional and aesthetic smiles. Dr. Supreet Kaur is a welcome addition, and her dental knowledge and expertise are a great fit for this Atlanta area practice. Dr. Kaur is an experienced and compassionate dentist that is focused on patient care. She is skilled in restorative dentistry, root canal treatments, surgical extractions and fixed/removable appliances. Dr. Supreet Kaur is also clear aligner certified. Dr. Kaur earned her dental degree at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and previously practiced in Pittsburgh, PA, before moving to the Atlanta region with her husband and two little ones. She led a previous life as a dentist in New Delhi, India, where she also earned a master's degree in public health and supported an NGO focused on the dental health of needy children.

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  • Dr. Maydda Qureshi and the Elegant Smiles staff are pleased to announce that Dr. Supreet Kaur has joined their team.
  • BROOKHAVEN, Ga., May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Elegant Smiles is a modern, state-of-the-art dental practice that provides cutting-edge, quality care for patients of all ages in a comfortable, relaxing environment.
  • Elegant Smiles is committed to delivering comprehensive dentistry at its best, providing every patient with a pathway toward achieving functional and aesthetic smiles.
  • Dr. Supreet Kaur is a welcome addition, and her dental knowledge and expertise are a great fit for this Atlanta area practice.

University of Phoenix Leader Selected as Participant in AGB Institute for Leadership & Governance in Higher Education Class of 2024

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

University of Phoenix is proud to share that McCeil Johnson, J.D., vice president of Accreditation and Regulatory Compliance, has been selected to participate in the AGB Institute for Leadership & Governance in Higher Education class of 2024.

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  • University of Phoenix is proud to share that McCeil Johnson, J.D., vice president of Accreditation and Regulatory Compliance, has been selected to participate in the AGB Institute for Leadership & Governance in Higher Education class of 2024.
  • Johnson joins a cohort of 27 participants from higher education institutions across the country in a program designed to bolster the pipeline of qualified and diverse presidential candidates in preparation for higher education leadership.
  • The Institute fortifies participants’ experience with mentorship by a sitting university president.
  • “Over the last two decades, I have admired AGB's dedication to compliance and leadership governance demonstrated by preparing future leaders in higher education for leadership,” shares Johnson.