Frederick Community College

Texcell-North America Celebrates Achievement: First Graduate of Maryland Biological Technician Apprenticeship Program

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Friday, February 16, 2024

FREDERICK, Md., Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Texcell-North America, a prominent name in the field of custom cell culture and virology biosafety testing proudly announces a significant milestone with the graduation of Dwight Jones, the first graduate of the Maryland Biological Technician Apprenticeship Program.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Texcell-North America, a prominent name in the field of custom cell culture and virology biosafety testing proudly announces a significant milestone with the graduation of Dwight Jones, the first graduate of the Maryland Biological Technician Apprenticeship Program.
  • - Alysia Birkholz, Texcell-North America
    Texcell-North America was one of the leading biotech companies that worked with the Maryland Department of Labor and Frederick Community College to develop the Biological Technician Apprenticeship Program and hosted an apprentice position alongside with other companies such as Lonza and Kite Pharma.
  • As the inaugural graduate of the Maryland Biotechnology Apprenticeship Program, Mr. Jones shared insights into his journey, beginning with an interest sparked during the challenging times of COVID-19.
  • He transitioned from a biology major to a hands-on biotech program at Frederick Community College, seizing the opportunity to participate in an apprenticeship program that seamlessly integrated academic knowledge with practical experience.

John Marshall Bank Hires Marie Brooks as Vice President, Branch Manager in the Loudoun Region

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

John Marshall Bank (“JMB” or the “Bank”), subsidiary of John Marshall Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: JMSB), is proud to announce the recent hire of Marie Brooks as Vice President, and Branch Manager of our Loudoun Banking Center.

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  • John Marshall Bank (“JMB” or the “Bank”), subsidiary of John Marshall Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: JMSB), is proud to announce the recent hire of Marie Brooks as Vice President, and Branch Manager of our Loudoun Banking Center.
  • Ms. Brooks brings 18 years of experience in cultivating and enhancing customer relationships to the Bank.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240207878755/en/
    Marie Brooks - VP, Branch Manager - Loudoun (Photo: Business Wire)
    Ms. Brooks most recently served as a Vice President, Branch Manager for United Bank in Purcellville, VA. She brings a history of financial expertise and strong leadership skills to the Bank and its Loudoun Market.
  • “We are very excited for Marie to join the JMB team and for the dynamic talent she brings to the Loudoun Region,” stated Kelly J.

Frederick Community College and The Arc to Host Employment Summit On October 27, 2023

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Friday, October 20, 2023

FREDERICK, Md., Oct. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Frederick Community College and The Arc of Frederick County are partnering to host The 2023 Employment Summit: Supporting Local Businesses to Include People with Disabilities in the Workforce. The summit will take place on October 27, 2023 from 8:00 am to noon at Frederick Community College's Conference Center, E126 A/B

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  • FREDERICK, Md., Oct. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Frederick Community College and The Arc of Frederick County are partnering to host The 2023 Employment Summit: Supporting Local Businesses to Include People with Disabilities in the Workforce.
  • Employment Summit activities will begin with a light breakfast and networking from 8:00 am to 8:30 am; followed by warm welcomes from Frederick Community College and the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce.
  • Please join us for an informative morning to support inclusion in the workforce in Frederick County!
  • Aaron Stephens, The Arc of Frederick County, (301) 663-0909, [email protected]
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FCC Hosts RAND Corporation Executive on Leveraging Digital Equity

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

FREDERICK, Md., Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Frederick Community College will host Dr. Rhianna C. Rogers, Director of the Center to Advance Racial Equity Policy and a senior policy researcher at the RAND Corporation, for a keynote address on Thursday, September 28. The keynote, "Bridges to Inclusive Innovation in a Tech World," is the third and final event of the Innovators of Thought Speaker Series.

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  • Dr. Rogers will discuss how achieving digital equity is paramount to preventing the exacerbation of existing societal disparities.
  • "Digital Equity is not just about discussing change, it's about being the catalyst for a more inclusive, equitable future," Dr. Rhianna C. Rogers said.
  • "Community colleges, like FCC, play a pivotal role in bridging the digital divide.
  • FCC can empower communities to become digitally literate, transform lives, and pave the way for a brighter, more digitally inclusive future."

FCC Hosts Discussion to Help Participants Effectively Engage Around Difference

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Monday, September 18, 2023

FREDERICK, Md., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Frederick Community College will hold the second event of its Innovators of Thought Speaker Series on Thursday, September 21, providing the community the opportunity to gain tangible skills in engaging around difference to better navigate an ever-evolving world.

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  • "In order to engage in any of those settings that are both fulfilling for us and respectful and honoring of other people, we have to have skills in engaging around difference.
  • If we do, we can engage others effectively, allowing them to feel seen and heard, and providing ourselves the opportunity to connect more deeply."
  • He will focus on six core concepts to help participants cultivate these skills, in both mindset and behavior.
  • Having the ability to engage effectively in this way is a skill that has value in all areas of an individual's life, Skwira-Brown said.

i9 Sports Owners Host 2nd Annual Harlem Wizards vs Team Frederick Charity Event

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

FREDERICK, Md., Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Harlem Wizards, the most interactive, fun, community basketball event in the world is coming to Frederick MD.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Harlem Wizards, the most interactive, fun, community basketball event in the world is coming to Frederick MD.
  • "We are thrilled to host the Wizards again," says Eric and Nieshia Stephens of i9 Sports "Last year's game was a huge success, and we look forward to more Wizards' magic!"
  • The world-famous Harlem Wizards will visit Frederick Community College on Saturday November 11th for an evening of great fun and fundraising.
  • The Wizards will play a game against a team of Frederick County teachers, principals and community leaders.

FCC Invites Community to Innovation and Technology Panel

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

FREDERICK, Md., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- September at Frederick Community College will be a busy month with a slate of exciting events as part of the Inauguration celebration for the College's 11th president, Dr. Annesa Payne Cheek.

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  • "We are thrilled to host this panel of leaders representing cutting-edge industries and mindsets in the world of technology," said Dr. Renee Davis, FCC Associate Vice President for the Center for Teaching & Learning.
  • Maryland Tech Council CEO Kelly Schulz will moderate the "Innovation and Technology Panel," which will be the first event of the three-part speaker series.
  • "We are thrilled to host this panel of leaders representing cutting-edge industries and mindsets in the world of technology," said Dr. Renee Davis, FCC Associate Vice President for the Center for Teaching & Learning.
  • This panel is the perfect way to contribute to also feeding the minds of our community."

Frederick Community College Selects YuJa Video Platform to Create Engaging Learning Experiences for Its More Than 12,000 Students

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023

Maryland-based Frederick Community College, which serves more than 12,000 students, has selected the YuJa Enterprise Video Platform to provide a comprehensive video and media creation, hosting, storage and distribution solution campuswide.

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  • Maryland-based Frederick Community College, which serves more than 12,000 students, has selected the YuJa Enterprise Video Platform to provide a comprehensive video and media creation, hosting, storage and distribution solution campuswide.
  • The institution was seeking a centralized video tool to record and edit lectures, as well as to create and embed video quizzes in Blackboard Learn, its learning management system, to create a robust hyflex learning environment.
  • In addition to user-friendly features that enable instructors to create engaging, interactive content, Frederick Community College will benefit from the ability to auto-caption, gradebook integration, visual analytics, and other features that help elevate teaching and learning.
  • “YuJa’s suite of ed-tech tools was designed to help institutions of all sizes create interactive synchronous and asynchronous content in a single, secure platform,” said Nathan Arora, Chief Business Officer at YuJa, Inc. “YuJa’s tools are designed with ease of use in mind, and both faculty and students will benefit from the robust features the Video Platform offers.”

Texcell Prepares for Expansion: Bolstering Viral Clearance Testing and Patient Safety

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Monday, June 12, 2023

They will be joined by esteemed international and local dignitaries, unifying a global team to celebrate the occasion.

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  • They will be joined by esteemed international and local dignitaries, unifying a global team to celebrate the occasion.
  • The 27,000 sq ft of laboratory and office space will more than double Texcell – North America's current capacity for biosafety testing and viral clearance studies.
  • Texcell employees have been invited to attend the ribbon cutting, as well as family and friends.
  • The event is sure to be an exciting time for everyone involved, as it centers around celebrating an advancement towards patient safety and protecting tomorrow's medicines, today.

FCC Culinary Institute First in the Nation to Offer Culinary Medicine Program

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

FREDERICK, Md., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Hospitality, Culinary & Tourism Institute (HCTI) at Frederick Community College (FCC) is offering a new certification program, Culinary Medicine for Foodservice Professionals. FCC is the first culinary school in the country to offer this program and certification.

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  • The Hospitality, Culinary & Tourism Institute (HCTI) at Frederick Community College (FCC) is offering a new certification program, Culinary Medicine for Foodservice Professionals.
  • FREDERICK, Md., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Hospitality, Culinary & Tourism Institute (HCTI) at Frederick Community College (FCC) is offering a new certification program, Culinary Medicine for Foodservice Professionals.
  • FCC is the first culinary school in the country to offer this program and certification.
  • We are proud to be the first culinary school in the country to offer this program and professional certification in partnership with the George Washington University Culinary Medicine Program."