Primetime Emmy Awards

100 Full Sail University Graduates Credited on 75th Primetime Emmy-Winning Projects

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

WINTER PARK, Fla., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Full Sail University is excited to announce that 100 Full Sail graduates have been credited on 52 winning projects across 81 categories at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards, which took place last night, January 15. Hosted by Anthony Anderson, the awards show broadcast live from the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, California.

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  • WINTER PARK, Fla., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Full Sail University is excited to announce that 100 Full Sail graduates have been credited on 52 winning projects across 81 categories at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards, which took place last night, January 15.
  • "Our graduates continue to make an impact on the world of entertainment media and emerging technologies," said Jay Noble, Vice President of Alumni at Full Sail University.
  • Full Sail University graduates served in roles ranging from Environment Artist and Visual Effect Art Director to ADR Mixer and more.
  • This year, over 275+ Full Sail alumni were credited on 199 nominated projects across 109 categories at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards.

MICHELLE WILLIAMS TO NARRATE BRITNEY SPEARS'S THE WOMAN IN ME

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Friday, October 13, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Five time Academy Award nominee, Golden Globe winner, Primetime Emmy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Michelle Williams will narrate the audio edition of THE WOMAN IN ME by Britney Spears.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Five time Academy Award nominee, Golden Globe winner, Primetime Emmy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Michelle Williams will narrate the audio edition of THE WOMAN IN ME by Britney Spears.
  • "This book has been a labor of love and all the emotions that come with it," says Spears.
  • I am so grateful to the amazing Michelle Williams for reading the rest of it."
  • "I stand with Britney," says Williams, the acclaimed American actress who has received five Academy Award nominations, an Emmy Award, and two Golden Globe Awards.

Kerry Washington to Deliver The Archer School For Girls' Commencement Address

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Thursday, May 18, 2023

LOS ANGELES, May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Emmy-winning, SAG and Golden Globe-nominated actor, director, producer, and organizer Kerry Washington will deliver The Archer School for Girls' commencement address on Friday, May 26, 2023.

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  • LOS ANGELES, May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Emmy-winning, SAG and Golden Globe-nominated actor, director, producer, and organizer Kerry Washington will deliver The Archer School for Girls' commencement address on Friday, May 26, 2023.
  • "We are thrilled and honored to welcome Kerry Washington as the commencement speaker for Archer's Class of 2023," said Head of School at The Archer School for Girls Elizabeth English.
  • "A trailblazer in entertainment and a powerful advocate for women's rights and leadership, Ms. Washington embodies the very qualities we strive to instill in every Archer student.
  • As a graduate of an all-girls school, Ms. Washington understands first-hand the transformative power of a girl-empowering education.

RYAN REYNOLDS: 'KEEPING CANADIANS SARCASTIC' SCORES HIM SCOUT BADGE SCOUTS CANADA FINDS 10 CELEBRITIES 'BADGE-WORTHY' IN 2022

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Monday, September 26, 2022

OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 26, 2022 /CNW/ - Scouts Canada (the country's leading co-ed youth organization) surveyed its members to definitively name Canada's most 'Scout badge-worthy' celebrities of 2022 and define why they deserved the declaration.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 26, 2022 /CNW/ - Scouts Canada (the country's leading co-ed youth organization) surveyed its members to definitively name Canada's most 'Scout badge-worthy' celebrities of 2022 and define why they deserved the declaration.
  • These public figures have not only found their thing, but they've also demonstrated admirable qualities that inspire Canadians."
  • A one-of-a-kind Scouts Canada badge will be sent to each winner.
  • Scouts Canada is a not-for-profit organization (Charitable Registration No.10776 1694 RR0028) and a member of the World Organization of the Scout Movement.

Howard University Alumna, Academy Award-Nominated Actress, Producer and Director Taraji P. Henson to Deliver Commencement Address to the Class of 2022

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Thursday, April 14, 2022

It is with great pleasure that the Howard University community will welcome alumna Taraji P. Henson back home to deliver the 2022 Commencement address, said Dr. Frederick.

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  • It is with great pleasure that the Howard University community will welcome alumna Taraji P. Henson back home to deliver the 2022 Commencement address, said Dr. Frederick.
  • We could not be more excited to have her join us in celebrating the graduating Class of 2022.
  • I am honored and humbled to be returning to my Alma Mater, Howard University, to deliver this years Commencement address to the graduating Class of 2022 and their families, said Henson.
  • Founded in 1867, Howard University is a private, research university that is comprised of 14 schools and colleges.

BBC Studios’ Sherlock Series Heading to Crackle Exclusively in the U.S. for the Next Three Years

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Wednesday, March 23, 2022

The series will be available exclusively on the Crackle Plus streaming services starting April 1.

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  • The series will be available exclusively on the Crackle Plus streaming services starting April 1.
  • Sherlock is one of the most highly regarded series of all time.
  • Given Benedict Cumberbatchs ongoing success, the interest in Sherlock remains very high, said Philippe Guelton, president of Crackle Plus.
  • The Sherlock series was acquired by Screen Media, the exclusive supplier of original content to the Crackle Plus streaming services, which include Crackle, Popcornflix, and Chicken Soup for the Soul.

Ellucian Announces Viola Davis as Ellucian Live 2022 Guest Speaker

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Wednesday, March 9, 2022

RESTON, Va., March 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ellucian ,a leading higher education technology solutions provider, today announced Viola Davis as a guest speaker for Ellucian Live 2022, the industry's top global technology conference.

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  • RESTON, Va., March 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ellucian ,a leading higher education technology solutions provider, today announced Viola Davis as a guest speaker for Ellucian Live 2022, the industry's top global technology conference.
  • Ellucian Live is an annual conference bringing together nearly 10,000 higher education community members to share best practices focused on technology solutions that drive student success.
  • "I am thrilled to welcome Viola Davis to the Ellucian Live stage and look forward to the passion and inspiration that she will bring to our community," said Laura Ipsen, President and CEO, Ellucian.
  • Ellucian Live 2022 will include three days of prominent panel discussions, product updates, company and peer-led sessions, executive and special guest keynotes, an interactive exhibit hall, networking opportunities and more.

ABRAU Jewelry to Participate in Luxury Celebrity Gift Lounge Honoring the 2022 Grammy Nominees and Presenters

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Tuesday, December 28, 2021

MILTON, Vt., Dec. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- We are pleased to announce ABRAU Jewelry, in association with The Artisan Group , will participate in an invitation-only luxury celebrity gift lounge hosted by GBK Productions on January 14-15, 2022 at an exclusive location in West Hollywood, California in honor of the Grammy nominees and presenters.

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  • MILTON, Vt., Dec. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- We are pleased to announce ABRAU Jewelry, in association with The Artisan Group , will participate in an invitation-only luxury celebrity gift lounge hosted by GBK Productions on January 14-15, 2022 at an exclusive location in West Hollywood, California in honor of the Grammy nominees and presenters.
  • To learn more about ABRAU Jewelry and our products, or our participation in this exclusive event, visit https://www.abraujewelry.com , call 802-343-1404, or email [email protected] .
  • The Artisan Group ( http://www.theartisangroup.org ) is a premier entertainment marketing group dedicated to representing small business artisans at the best celebrity gift lounges and press events.
  • * Neither ABRAU Jewelry nor The Artisan Group are officially affiliated with The Grammys.

Gala Games Ushers in Blockchain Generation of Gaming with Galaverse

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Monday, December 13, 2021

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Gala Games , the successful blockchain gaming platform, concludes today its inaugural Galaverse in Las Vegas with a global virtual conference today at 11 am PDT on the Gala Games YouTube channel for anyone who loves or wants to learn more about blockchain gaming.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Dec. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Gala Games , the successful blockchain gaming platform, concludes today its inaugural Galaverse in Las Vegas with a global virtual conference today at 11 am PDT on the Gala Games YouTube channel for anyone who loves or wants to learn more about blockchain gaming.
  • "This event for our community has ushered in the new blockchain generation of gaming," said Eric Schiermeyer, co-founder of Zynga and now CEO of Gala Games.
  • As the first blockchain gaming platform, Gala Games has created an ecosystem where players can own their assets and be rewarded for their participation.
  • Gala Games is a company that makes blockchain games you want to play.

Historic Plaza Theatre in Downtown Palm Springs Receives Significant Donation in Support of Preservation and the Arts

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Monday, October 25, 2021

PALM SPRINGS, Calif., Oct. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Former Palm Springs City Council member and current Planning Commission vice-chair J.R. Roberts held a news conference today to announce a significant development regarding the restoration project of the historic Plaza Theatre in Downtown Palm Springs.

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  • PALM SPRINGS, Calif., Oct. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Former Palm Springs City Council member and current Planning Commission vice-chair J.R. Roberts held a news conference today to announce a significant development regarding the restoration project of the historic Plaza Theatre in Downtown Palm Springs.
  • Built in 1936, the building has been the location for film premieres, national radio broadcasts, the Palm Springs International Film Festival, and the Fabulous Palm Springs Follies.
  • In 2019 the City of Palm Springs, led by Roberts, launched a campaign to restore the grand dame Plaza Theatre to its former glory.
  • The long-running show brought renewed international exposure to the theatre and in many ways helped revitalize downtown Palm Springs.