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University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Releases White Paper Examining the Evolution and Implications of Workplace Attitudes

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Saturday, December 16, 2023

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies released a new white paper, “Remain or Resign?

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  • University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies released a new white paper, “Remain or Resign?
  • Workplace Attitudes 2020-2023,” by Danielle Kearns-Sixsmith, Ed.D., a Research Fellow with the Center for Educational and Instructional Technology (CEITR).
  • Reviewing findings of the University of Phoenix Career Institute® Career Optimism Index® study over the past three years, this white paper captures indicators what retention actions are working and what are not, with broad-reaching implications for employers and workers.
  • She is an Assistant Professor in the Education Department at DeSales University and a consultant for STEM education and evaluation.

Novavax Makes Changes to Executive Leadership Team to Enhance Focus on Delivery of Strategic Priorities

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Friday, November 17, 2023

GAITHERSBURG, Md., Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX), a global company advancing protein-based vaccines with its Matrix-M™ adjuvant, today announced changes to its executive leadership team designed to enhance focus on its strategic priorities and continue the evolution of the Company's scale and structure announced last week.

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  • GAITHERSBURG, Md., Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX), a global company advancing protein-based vaccines with its Matrix-M™ adjuvant, today announced changes to its executive leadership team designed to enhance focus on its strategic priorities and continue the evolution of the Company's scale and structure announced last week.
  • In this role, Mr. Trizzino will lead the commercial; chemistry, manufacturing and controls or CMC; and regulatory functions.
  • He will continue to serve on the Company's executive leadership team.
  • Mr. Casey will also serve on the Company's executive leadership team.

Students, Educators Travel to Providence and Dallas for FBLA National Fall Leadership Conferences

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Monday, November 6, 2023

Reston, Virginia, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA), the nation’s largest career and technical student organization focused solely on business, is hosting its National Fall Leadership Conferences (NFLCs) for middle school and high school students in Providence, Rhode Island on November 10-11 and in Dallas, Texas on November 17-18.

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  • Reston, Virginia, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA), the nation’s largest career and technical student organization focused solely on business, is hosting its National Fall Leadership Conferences (NFLCs) for middle school and high school students in Providence, Rhode Island on November 10-11 and in Dallas, Texas on November 17-18.
  • The two-day conferences allow students to develop business and leadership skills, attend learning workshops, explore career opportunities, and meet with representatives from colleges and universities.
  • Students are also able to network with other members from across the country, while educators can participate in professional development sessions.
  • FBLA inspires and prepares students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society through relevant career preparation and leadership experiences.

National Security Veteran Andrea Thompson Named CEO of Dakota State University Applied Research Corporation

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

MADISON, S.D., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Dakota State University announced the appointment of Andrea Thompson as Chief Executive Officer of Dakota State University Applied Research Corporation (DARC). Thompson is the former Deputy Assistant to the President, National Security Advisor to the Vice President of the United States, and Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security. She joins DARC from Northrop Grumman, where she served as Vice President of International Programs.

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  • MADISON, S.D., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Dakota State University announced the appointment of Andrea Thompson as Chief Executive Officer of Dakota State University Applied Research Corporation (DARC).
  • "Andrea is the perfect individual to lead DARC," said Dakota State University President José-Marie Griffiths.
  • It will manage the Dakota State University Applied Research Lab, which is a dynamic research entity advancing cutting-edge solutions in cybersecurity, technology, and digital innovation.
  • Thompson is a graduate of the University of South Dakota and holds master's degrees from Long Island University and National Defense University.

Chinese Dance Drama "MULAN" Premiered in the United States

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

The "dance drama" has produced not only a classic legend, bus also a new environment of cultural exchanges.

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  • The "dance drama" has produced not only a classic legend, bus also a new environment of cultural exchanges.
  • This was the premiere of the Chinese dance drama "MULAN" in the United States, where many overseas audiences were enchanted.
  • The dance drama has expressed the yearning for peace, which is the common pursuit of mankind."
  • I hope that this performance will play a positive role in the exchanges and mutual learning of civilizations between China and the United States."

Chinese Dance Drama "MULAN" Premiered in the United States

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, September 27, 2023

The "dance drama" has produced not only a classic legend, bus also a new environment of cultural exchanges.

Key Points: 
  • The "dance drama" has produced not only a classic legend, bus also a new environment of cultural exchanges.
  • This was the premiere of the Chinese dance drama "MULAN" in the United States, where many overseas audiences were enchanted.
  • The dance drama has expressed the yearning for peace, which is the common pursuit of mankind."
  • I hope that this performance will play a positive role in the exchanges and mutual learning of civilizations between China and the United States."

LP Building Solutions Establishes Scholarships With the National Society of Black Engineers and the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers to Attract Greater Diversity Into Industry

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LP Building Solutions (LP), a leading manufacturer of high-performance building products, today announced the establishment of college scholarships to attract greater diversity into the manufacturing industry and foster a more inclusive and representative workforce.

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  • LP partnered with SHPE: Leading Hispanics in STEM (Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers) and the National Society of Black Engineers to establish the scholarships for 2023–2024 academic year.
  • "Engagement with students can introduce them to our industry and help them develop the skills toward long, rewarding careers.
  • I am proud to be part of an organization that puts words into action to foster diversity in future generations of engineers."
  • This is not the first time LP has supported the National Society of Black Engineers, following a 2022 donation.

Chief Dr. Robert Joseph is the recipient of the 2023 Award for Excellence in Aboriginal Relations

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Friday, August 4, 2023

Toronto, ON, Aug. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) proudly announces Chief Dr. Robert Joseph, a prominent advocate for Indigenous rights and reconciliation, as the recipient of the 2023 Award for Excellence in Aboriginal Relations.

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  • Toronto, ON, Aug. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) proudly announces Chief Dr. Robert Joseph, a prominent advocate for Indigenous rights and reconciliation, as the recipient of the 2023 Award for Excellence in Aboriginal Relations.
  • A Hereditary Chief of the Gwawa’enuxw First Nation, Chief Dr. Robert Joseph is a leader of change and an influential voice in reconciliation.
  • "I am so honored and filled with a sense of immeasurable gratitude to be receiving the Canadian Aboriginal Business Award for Excellence in Aboriginal Relations.
  • “We are thrilled to recognize Chief Dr. Robert Joseph’s remarkable achievements with the Award for Excellence in Aboriginal Relations,” said CCAB president and CEO, Tabatha Bull.

Omnicell Announces Fiscal Year and Fourth Quarter 2022 Results

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

Cash flows provided by operating activities in the fourth quarter of 2022 totaled $82 million.

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  • Cash flows provided by operating activities in the fourth quarter of 2022 totaled $82 million.
  • This compares to cash flows provided by operating activities totaling $60 million in the fourth quarter of 2021.
  • The Company expects first quarter 2023 non-GAAP EBITDA to be between $6 million and $12 million.
  • The Company expects first quarter 2023 non-GAAP earnings per share to be between $0.04 and $0.14 per share.

University of Prince Edward Island Adopts YuJa Enterprise Video Platform Campuswide

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023

YuJa, Inc., a leader in ed-tech solutions, announces that the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) has selected the YuJa Enterprise Video Platform to enhance teaching and learning.

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  • YuJa, Inc., a leader in ed-tech solutions, announces that the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) has selected the YuJa Enterprise Video Platform to enhance teaching and learning.
  • UPEI went through a multi-department yearlong pilot to evaluate YuJa’s efficacy, followed by an extensive RFP process.
  • Located in Charlottetown, the capital city of Prince Edward Island, Canada, UPEI will continue to benefit from robust lecture capture capabilities, live streaming, video quizzing, a comprehensive analytics dashboard, the ability to auto-caption media in multiple languages and more.
  • YuJa’s Video Platform provides tools for creating, editing, distributing and managing media content and integrates with Moodle, UPEI’s learning management system.