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Museum brings Emmett Till exhibit to inspire future generations

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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Memphis, TN, Sept. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The traveling exhibition Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See will open at the National Civil Rights Museum on October 7.

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  • Memphis, TN, Sept. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The traveling exhibition Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See will open at the National Civil Rights Museum on October 7.
  • Because Emmett Till’s story impacted multi-generations, it is important for the Museum to preserve its legacy and lessons for future generations.
  • Created by the Till family, Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley Institute, Emmett Till Interpretive Center, and The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, the National Civil Rights Museum is the exhibit’s seventh and final stop before being permanently displayed at the Emmett Till Interpretive Center, steps away from where the trial for his murder took place in the Second District Tallahatchie County Courthouse in Sumner, MS.
  • After 100 years and 200 failed attempts, a bill named the Emmett Till Antilynching Act was finally passed in March 2022.

Herzing University Launches Innovative Public Health Concentration in Nursing

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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MILWAUKEE, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Herzing University, an accredited, private nonprofit institution, announced today the addition of a new Public Health-focused concentration within its Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program. The MSN-PH degree will offer two tracks — a classic pathway to advance from a Bachelor of Science in Nursing to MSN-PH and an accelerated RN-to-MSN-PH program for current registered nurses (RN) who have completed an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) degree.

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  • MILWAUKEE, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Herzing University, an accredited, private nonprofit institution, announced today the addition of a new Public Health-focused concentration within its Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program .
  • "Public health nurses play a pivotal role in addressing the health needs of populations, from local neighborhoods to national policy initiatives.
  • By adding a Public Health concentration to our existing MSN program, we've designed a pathway that can lead this essential charge toward better health for all."
  • Earning a master's degree can help current healthcare workers qualify for upper-level managerial and leadership positions in public health nursing.

Los Angeles Public Library Celebrates Latinx Heritage Month With the Fifth Annual L.A. Libros Festival Featuring Authors, Illustrators, Workshops and Entertainment

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Latinx Heritage Month, the Los Angeles Public Library will be hosting the Fifth Annual Los Angeles Libros Festival, the city's largest celebration of bilingual books along with other activities throughout the month.

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  • The Bilingual Family Event Will Be Held on Friday, Sept. 29 (Online) and Saturday, Sept. 30 (In-Person) at the Central Library, Downtown Los Angeles
    LOS ANGELES, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Latinx Heritage Month, the Los Angeles Public Library will be hosting the Fifth Annual Los Angeles Libros Festival, the city's largest celebration of bilingual books along with other activities throughout the month.
  • "Every year, the Los Angeles Libros Festival brings together authors and performers from across the U.S. and Spanish-speaking countries," said City Librarian John F. Szabo.
  • The L.A. Libros event will feature two days of free entertainment for all ages with Spanish and bilingual storytelling, performances, art workshops and award-winning authors on Sept. 29-30, 2023.
  • Visit the Los Angeles Libros Festival website at lapl.org/libros for the full schedule of events.

Danille Taylor, Professor of African American Studies at Clark Atlanta University, Named New Director of University's Historical Art Museum

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Friday, August 25, 2023
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ATLANTA, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clark Atlanta University recently named Danille Taylor, Ph.D., as the Director of its art museum (CAUAM).

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  • ATLANTA, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clark Atlanta University recently named Danille Taylor, Ph.D., as the Director of its art museum (CAUAM).
  • Taylor is a professor of African American Studies at the University and has served as interim museum director since August 2022.
  • "Danille was instrumental in bringing the collective works of Basquiat, one of the museum's most successful exhibitions, to Clark Atlanta University.
  • Dr. Taylor earned her bachelor's degree in English and African American Studies, a Master of Arts degree from Boston University in African American Studies, and a Master of Arts and Ph.D. degrees in American Studies from Brown University.

IMLS Director Crosby Kemper to Moderate Virtual Conversation for PBS Books About the Desegregation of the Armed Forces

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In partnership with PBS Books, the Institute of Museum and Library Services' (IMLS) third installment of the "Visions of America: All Stories, All People, All Places" digital video series will pay tribute to the 75th anniversary of the desegregation of the armed forces.

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  • In collaboration with IMLS and PBS Books, Detroit Public Television serves as a media partner and producer of the new series.
  • The virtual conversations are distributed through social media platforms including Facebook and YouTube, as well as select PBS stations and the PBS app.
  • IMLS Director Crosby Kemper and special guests Matthew Delmont, Ph.D., Jeffrey Sammons, Ph.D., and Brigadier General Terry V. Williams.
  • At the core of the project is community outreach through museums and libraries to engage diverse audiences and foster civic discourse.

Executive Director of the King County Library System announces retirement

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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ISSAQUAH, Wash., Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- King County Library System (KCLS) Executive Director Lisa Rosenblum has announced her retirement, effective November 30.

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  • ISSAQUAH, Wash., Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- King County Library System (KCLS) Executive Director Lisa Rosenblum has announced her retirement, effective November 30.
  • "Her library legacy is admirable, and she has left a lasting and positive impact on King County communities.
  • "While the decision to retire was not an easy one, I am thankful that my nearly 20-year run as a library director will end at KCLS," said KCLS Executive Director Lisa Rosenblum.
  • "I have been honored to serve King County residents, and I am proud of the extraordinary work we continue to do to help our patrons grow, learn and thrive."

Nominations Open for IMLS National Medal Recognizing the Excellent Community Service of Museums and Libraries

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Local library and museum employees, board members, and elected officials have one month left to nominate their institution for the Institute of Museum and Library Services' (IMLS) National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the highest honor awarded to museums and libraries. Since 1994, the award has honored more than 200 institutions that exemplify extraordinary and innovative approaches to public service. 

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  • "The IMLS National Medal celebrates libraries and museums that are making a difference for individuals, families, and communities across the country," said IMLS Director Crosby Kemper.
  • We urge the public to join us in recognizing the libraries and museums that are going above and beyond for their communities by nominating them for the 2024 National Medal."
  • To learn more about the museums and libraries who have previously been selected to receive a National Medal, visit www.imls.gov/medals .
  • First Lady Dr. Jill Biden and IMLS Director Crosby Kemper presented the National Medal to eight institutions that demonstrate excellence in service to their communities.

Institute of Museum and Library Services Launches National Museum Survey Pilot

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Monday, July 24, 2023
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WASHINGTON, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is launching a pilot National Museum Survey (NMS) as part of its ongoing mission to invest in the future of museums. The pilot survey will be fielded from July 24 through September 15, 2023, and will inform the feasibility of an annual nationwide survey that would gather and share foundational data about the essential work happening in the nation's museums.

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  • Full survey will help shape the work of policymakers and museum professionals in continuing to best serve their communities, while preserving our nation's historical, natural, and cultural infrastructure
    WASHINGTON, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is launching a pilot National Museum Survey (NMS) as part of its ongoing mission to invest in the future of museums.
  • The goal of the pilot is to explore the best ways to engage museums for successful survey participation.
  • The pilot phase of the survey will be administered via emails sent directly to selected museums.
  • Learn more about this effort by visiting the IMLS website and searching "National Museum Survey," visiting https://www.imls.gov/research-evaluation/data-collection/national-museum... , and/or subscribing to the IMLS newsletter for updates.

Museum Of The City Of New York Taps Stephanie Hill Wilchfort As Director And President

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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New York, NY, July 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Museum of the City of New York, celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2023, today announced the appointment of Stephanie Hill Wilchfort as the new Ronay Menschel Director and President of the Museum.

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  • New York, NY, July 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Museum of the City of New York, celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2023, today announced the appointment of Stephanie Hill Wilchfort as the new Ronay Menschel Director and President of the Museum.
  • Prior to her role at Brooklyn Children’s Museum, Wilchfort was Vice President of Development for the Lower East Side Tenement Museum.
  • Wilchfort is the current Executive Vice-Chair for the Cultural Institutions Group (CIG) of the City of New York.
  • “I am deeply honored to be joining the Museum of the City of New York, particularly during its centennial year – truly a milestone moment,” said Stephanie Hill Wilchfort.

Notre Dame de Namur University Announces the Appointment of Dr. Randall A. Sessler as Dean of Student Academic Success

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Friday, June 16, 2023
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Belmont, CA, June 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU) Provost and Senior Vice President Dr. Greg White announced the appointment of Randall A. Sessler, Ph.D., as Dean of Student Academic Success.

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  • Belmont, CA, June 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU) Provost and Senior Vice President Dr. Greg White announced the appointment of Randall A. Sessler, Ph.D., as Dean of Student Academic Success.
  • This new position is responsible for leading academic support services, which includes tutorial services, academic advising, and career services.
  • Dr. Sessler has served as the Director of the Academic Success Center at NDNU since 2022.
  • “I’m pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Sessler as the Dean of Student Academic Success”, said White.