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American Public Education, Inc. Becomes new DoD Partner for Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP)

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Friday, October 20, 2023
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CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Oct. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a move that highlights the company's ongoing commitment to recruit, hire, promote, and retain military spouses, American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI) has joined the U.S. Department of Defense's Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP).

Key Points: 
  • CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Oct. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a move that highlights the company's ongoing commitment to recruit, hire, promote, and retain military spouses, American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI) has joined the U.S. Department of Defense's Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP).
  • "We are honored to continue helping military spouses and service members realize their career potential through this meaningful partnership," said Angela Selden, President & CEO of APEI.
  • "As a University that counts numerous military spouses as both students and employees, we understand this underserved population's challenges in today's workplace."
  • Ortega focuses on student success at American Military University (AMU), which was founded in 1991 as a distance-learning institution for military officers seeking degrees.

American Public University System Again Designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD)

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public University System (APUS) has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity through the 2027-28 academic year. APUS was initially designated as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) in 2018. 

Key Points: 
  • CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public University System (APUS) has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity through the 2027-28 academic year.
  • APUS was initially designated as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense ( CAE-CD ) in 2018.
  • This five-year re-designation is the result of APUS meeting rigorous requirements set forth by the National Security Agency (NSA), the program's sponsor.
  • APUS offers a strong cyber-defense focused curriculum at both the undergraduate and graduate levels through American Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU).

Deutsche Bank Subsidiary DWS to Pay $25 Million for Anti-Money Laundering Violations and Misstatements Regarding ESG Investments

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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To settle the charges, DIMA agreed to pay a total of $25 million in penalties.

Key Points: 
  • To settle the charges, DIMA agreed to pay a total of $25 million in penalties.
  • “Importantly, those AML obligations require mutual funds to establish and implement individualized programs to detect and prevent money laundering and terrorism financing.
  • In the ESG misstatements action, the SEC’s order finds that DIMA violated Sections 206(2) and 206(4) of the Investment Advisers Act and Rules 206(4)-7 and 206(4)-8 thereunder.
  • The ESG misstatements investigation was conducted by HelenAnne Listerman and Jessica Neiterman, with assistance from AMU Industry Expert John Farinacci, and supervised by Brianna Ripa, Robert Baker, Mr. Schuster, and Mr. Dean.

American Public University System's Supernova Search Group Receives NASA Grant to Conduct Research on Plants in Outer Space

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public University System (APUS) today announced that the Spirulina Algae Group, part of the University's Supernova Search Group, has received a NASA research grant to study the use of spirulina, a blue-green algae, for growing plants in space environments. The research focuses on the use of Hawaiian Spirulina Pacifica®1, scientifically known as Arthrospira platensis, to help support plant health, nutritional value, and production rates for many plants in similar conditions to Mars and the Moon.  

Key Points: 
  • The research seeks to identify sustainable solutions to help support astronauts on prolonged missions using algae-based systems.
  • The research, funded by NASA's Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) , will help in NASA's development of an outer space settlement capable of growing its own food and supporting human life.
  • The Spirulina Group includes Dr. Miller, American Public University undergraduate student Emma Follis; American Military University alums Terry Trevino and Dr. Larry Harrison (professor, University of Hawaii); Erin Stamper (Cyanotech Corporation); and Dr. Brian Murphy (West Hawaii Explorations Academy).
  • "We're very excited about what the future holds for this dynamic, faculty-led student research team," said APUS Provost Dr. Elizabeth Johnson.

American Public University System Announces Everyday Heroes Grant for Public Safety Professionals and their Families

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its continuing commitment to affordable and accessible higher education, American Public University System (APUS) today announced a new tuition grant for law enforcement, firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) personnel, plus their immediate family members. The Everyday Heroes Grant program* gives a 10-percent grant on both undergraduate and master's-level programs at American Public University (APU) and American Military University (AMU).

Key Points: 
  • The Everyday Heroes Grant program * gives a 10-percent grant on both undergraduate and master's-level programs at American Public University (APU) and American Military University (AMU).
  • Parents, a spouse, legal partner, siblings, and dependents of public safety professionals are also eligible to use the grant.
  • "Today, with the Everyday Heroes Grant, we reiterate our profound respect and unwavering support for these selfless individuals.
  • AMU and APU have numerous, long-established programs serving the increased needs of public safety professionals, including Homeland Security , Emergency and Disaster Management , Cybersecurity , Fire Science Management , Criminal Justice , and Security Management .

SummitET Appoints Adam Montella as Senior Vice President

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Friday, July 21, 2023
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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., July 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Summit Exercises and Training LLC (SummitET®), a Preparedness Solutions Company®, announced the addition of Adam Montella, MPA, MHS-V, CMP as the company's new Senior Vice President.

Key Points: 
  • ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., July 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Summit Exercises and Training LLC (SummitET®), a Preparedness Solutions Company®, announced the addition of Adam Montella, MPA, MHS-V, CMP as the company's new Senior Vice President.
  • With over three and a half decades of direct experience, Adam has worked in senior staff positions or advisory roles in local, state, and federal government, private industry, and non-government organizations.
  • In his role with SummitET, Adam will oversee both programs and operations to effectively coordinate and spearhead initiatives to align them with the company's strategic goals.
  • Furthermore, Adam is a current member of the Department of Energy's Emergency Management Issues Special Interest Group (EMI SIG).

Special Aerospace Services Awarded Space Act Agreement with NASA to Develop Commercial, Autonomous Maneuvering Unit

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
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BOULDER, Colo., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Special Aerospace Services, the leader in spaceflight engineering and hardware solutions for the aerospace industry, has been awarded a Space Act Agreement (SAA) by NASA to develop a commercial version of an Autonomous Maneuvering Unit (AMU) to be used in civil, commercial, and national security missions. Awarded under the second Collaborations for Commercial Space Capabilities (CCSC-2) initiative, the AMU system will allow safer assembly of commercial LEO (low Earth orbit) space stations, servicing, retrieval, and inspection of in-space systems. 

Key Points: 
  • BOULDER, Colo., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Special Aerospace Services, the leader in spaceflight engineering and hardware solutions for the aerospace industry, has been awarded a Space Act Agreement (SAA) by NASA to develop a commercial version of an Autonomous Maneuvering Unit (AMU) to be used in civil, commercial, and national security missions.
  • Awarded under the second Collaborations for Commercial Space Capabilities (CCSC-2) initiative, the AMU system will allow safer assembly of commercial LEO (low Earth orbit) space stations, servicing, retrieval, and inspection of in-space systems.
  • "This agreement is critical in providing expertise, historical data, lessons learned, and access to NASA personnel in order for SAS to accelerate our commercial development of the AMU technology," said Special Aerospace Services Chief Technical Officer & Co-Founder Tim Bulk.
  • "SAS' AMU technology will rapidly advance commercial space-related efforts," said Special Aerospace Services President and Chief Executive Officer Heather Bulk.

Yerkin Tatishev, Chairman and Founder of Kusto Group, Assumes Chairmanship of Almaty Management University, Kazakhstan's Oldest Private University

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Friday, June 16, 2023
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ALMATY, Kazakhstan, June 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Yerkin Tatishev, a renowned business leader and Chairman of Kusto Group, has been appointed as the Chairman of Almaty Management University (AMU), the oldest private university in Kazakhstan.

Key Points: 
  • ALMATY, Kazakhstan, June 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Yerkin Tatishev, a renowned business leader and Chairman of Kusto Group, has been appointed as the Chairman of Almaty Management University (AMU), the oldest private university in Kazakhstan.
  • Yerkin Tatishev is an accomplished entrepreneur and philanthropist and brings a wealth of expertise and a visionary approach to his new role.
  • The appointment of Yerkin Tatishev as Chairman solidifies AMU's commitment to fostering an environment of innovation and strategic leadership.
  • Expressing his gratitude for the appointment, Yerkin Tatishev stated, "I am deeply honored to assume the chairmanship of Almaty Management University, an institution that has long been at the forefront of business education.

Yerkin Tatishev, Chairman and Founder of Kusto Group, Assumes Chairmanship of Almaty Management University, Kazakhstan's Oldest Private University

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Friday, June 16, 2023
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ALMATY, Kazakhstan, June 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Yerkin Tatishev, a renowned business leader and Chairman of Kusto Group, has been appointed as the Chairman of Almaty Management University (AMU), the oldest private university in Kazakhstan.

Key Points: 
  • ALMATY, Kazakhstan, June 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Yerkin Tatishev, a renowned business leader and Chairman of Kusto Group, has been appointed as the Chairman of Almaty Management University (AMU), the oldest private university in Kazakhstan.
  • Yerkin Tatishev is an accomplished entrepreneur and philanthropist and brings a wealth of expertise and a visionary approach to his new role.
  • The appointment of Yerkin Tatishev as Chairman solidifies AMU's commitment to fostering an environment of innovation and strategic leadership.
  • Expressing his gratitude for the appointment, Yerkin Tatishev stated, "I am deeply honored to assume the chairmanship of Almaty Management University, an institution that has long been at the forefront of business education.

American Public University System Names Dr. Elizabeth Johnson as New Provost

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Friday, June 9, 2023
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CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public University System (APUS) today announced the appointment of Dr. Elizabeth Johnson to Provost, effective June 9, 2023.

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  • CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public University System (APUS) today announced the appointment of Dr. Elizabeth Johnson to Provost, effective June 9, 2023.
  • As Provost for both American Public University and American Military University , Dr. Johnson will lead the academic strategy, faculty success, academic support teams, registrar, and product management across five schools and graduate studies.
  • An experienced academic administrator, Dr. Johnson has served in roles of increasing responsibility over the last 20 years as a professor, department head, dean and provost.
  • Most recently, she was Chief Academic Officer and Provost at Post University, a regionally accredited, online and on-campus for-profit university in Waterbury, Conn., for over seven years.