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Newman University Receives $1.2M Towards Higher Education Access for Southwest Kansas Initiative

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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Today Newman University learned that it will receive $1,200,000 for the Newman University Higher Education Access for Western Kansas Initiative, a comprehensive effort to bring bachelor’s degree programs and updated technology to the underserved area of Southwest Kansas.

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  • Today Newman University learned that it will receive $1,200,000 for the Newman University Higher Education Access for Western Kansas Initiative, a comprehensive effort to bring bachelor’s degree programs and updated technology to the underserved area of Southwest Kansas.
  • Southwest Kansas is in dire need of higher education opportunities.
  • This initiative provides Newman University with an opportunity to combat these statistics and meet the needs of Southwest Kansas students where they live by partnering with Garden City Community College, Dodge City Community College and Seward County Community College.
  • These programs will greatly benefit the entire Southwest Kansas community, as higher education will focus on a curriculum that directly reflects local business needs.

Equitable Announces New Leadership Appointments

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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Company veteran Jessica Baehr, who served as the Head of Group Retirement since 2021, has assumed a new leadership position as the President of Equitable Investment Management.

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  • Company veteran Jessica Baehr, who served as the Head of Group Retirement since 2021, has assumed a new leadership position as the President of Equitable Investment Management.
  • “Equitable Investment Management is a differentiator for Equitable.
  • Her previous leadership roles also include serving as the Chief Operating Officer for the company’s Life and Employee Benefits businesses and Head of Investor Relations for Equitable Holdings.
  • Prior to Equitable, Baehr started her career in the non-profit sector working in higher education and international development.

American Council of Learned Societies Names 15 Scholars to Participate in 2024 Summer Institute for the Study of East Central and Southeastern Europe

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Friday, April 5, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS), in partnership with the Centre for Advanced Study Sofia (CAS), is pleased to name 15 participants for the 2024 Summer Institute for the Study of East Central and Southeastern Europe (SISECSE). ACLS will convene these leading scholars from Eastern Europe and North America for a two-week residency hosted by the American University in Bulgaria from June 13-29, 2024 in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria.

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  • NEW YORK, April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS), in partnership with the Centre for Advanced Study Sofia (CAS), is pleased to name 15 participants for the 2024 Summer Institute for the Study of East Central and Southeastern Europe (SISECSE).
  • ACLS will convene these leading scholars from Eastern Europe and North America for a two-week residency hosted by the American University in Bulgaria from June 13-29, 2024 in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria.
  • SISECSE will provide the scholars with dedicated time for their own research and writing in a collaborative and interdisciplinary setting.
  • The 2024 scholars represent a diverse range of institutions across Eastern Europe and the United States, including Central European University, H.S.

Early-Stage Workforce Venture Fund Announces $15M First Close

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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BOSTON, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- JFFVentures, an impact fund strategically aligned with the nonprofit Jobs for the Future (JFF), announced the first close of its second fund today. With a target of $50 million, JFFVentures Fund II will back founders with lived experiences who are building innovative HR, education, and workforce solutions that enable economic mobility for workers in middle to low-wage jobs.

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  • "It's because of this belief that the Workday Foundation is proud to partner with JFFVentures and support its second fund.
  • At Workday, creating a more diverse and inclusive workforce is a key priority to us, and as part of that, we look forward to seeing the opportunities and results of this fund."
  • JFFVentures' inaugural fund made 55 investments in category leading companies like Cell-Ed, ChargerHelp, Factory Fix, AdeptID, Climb Credit, and Nepris (later acquired by Providence Strategic Growth Fund).
  • As a result, 84% of founders backed by the fund identified as under-represented within the venture capital space.

American Council of Learned Societies Names Recipients of 2024 ACLS Fellowships

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 ACLS Fellowships.

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  • NEW YORK, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 ACLS Fellowships.
  • In 2024, the program will award more than $3.6 million to 60 exceptional early-career scholars selected from a pool of 1,100 applicants through a rigorous, multi-stage peer review process.
  • In the 2023-24 competition year, ACLS reserved these fellowships for early-career, untenured scholars.
  • ACLS Fellowships provide up to $60,000 to support scholars for six to twelve months of sustained research and writing.

ACEC California Announces 2024-25 Scholarship Foundation Recipients

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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ACEC California's Scholarship Foundation awards annual scholarships to accomplished graduate or undergraduate college students working toward a degree in engineering or land surveying.

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  • ACEC California's Scholarship Foundation awards annual scholarships to accomplished graduate or undergraduate college students working toward a degree in engineering or land surveying.
  • The ACEC Research Institute launched their online scholarship portal in 2023 that has over $1,000,000 in scholarship funds for Engineering and Land Surveying students attending schools in the US including scholarships funded by the ACEC State Member Organizations, like ACEC California and consulting firms.
  • In total, ACEC California awarded $70,500 in scholarship funds to thirteen students: five graduate students and eight undergraduate students.
  • "The world needs more engineers and land surveyors, and ACEC California is proud to help support the bright and promising careers of these students," said Brad Diede, Executive Director of ACEC California.

Tom Stritikus Named 17th President of Occidental College

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Occidental College Board of Trustees has appointed Dr. Tom Stritikus as the College's 17th president.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Occidental College Board of Trustees has appointed Dr. Tom Stritikus as the College's 17th president.
  • Stritikus comes to Occidental from his position as president of Fort Lewis College, a public liberal arts college located in Durango, Colorado.
  • As president, Stritikus will lead Occidental in bringing to fruition the Occidental Promise , the College's integrated strategic plan.
  • "Dr. Stritikus' vision for the college offers a bridge between the beauty of what Occidental is and the creativity to explore what Occidental could be," she said.

ACB Names Scott Thornhill as New Executive Director

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scott Thornhill took office today as the new Executive Director of the American Council of the Blind (ACB).

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scott Thornhill took office today as the new Executive Director of the American Council of the Blind (ACB).
  • Thornhill was voted in by the ACB Board to lead the 62-year-old organization.
  • "It is an honor and a privilege to be able to lead an organization with such a rich history," said Thornhill.
  • "The strength of ACB is a combination of our members, our supporters, and the larger blindness community that we serve.

Jonathan Alger, Experienced and Visionary Higher Education Leader, Named 16th President of American University

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After a competitive national search, American University named Jonathan (Jon) Alger as the institution's 16th president. Alger comes to AU after 12 years as president of James Madison University (JMU) in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Alger will join AU on July 1, 2024, when current President Sylvia Burwell concludes seven changemaking years leading the institution to extensive impact.

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  • Nationally recognized higher education policy scholar led James Madison University for 12 years, transforming the institution's academic, community, and athletic profile
    WASHINGTON, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After a competitive national search, American University named Jonathan (Jon) Alger as the institution's 16th president.
  • "His vision for American University, his understanding of the unique attributes of a university community, and his proven ability to address the complex challenges facing higher education have prepared Jon to lead American University moving forward."
  • Higher education leaders praised Alger's leadership and his selection as American University's 16th president:
    "Jon Alger's experience in higher education generally and especially his extraordinarily successful tenure as president of James Madison University makes him an outstanding choice to lead American University.
  • He will bring his extensive substantive expertise, strong leadership skills, and immense knowledge of higher education to American University as its next president.

Kate Harris named to Top 50 Women Chief Executive Officers list

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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BROOMFIELD, Colo., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stanley Consultants President, Chief Executive Officer and Chair Kate Harris was named to the Top 50 Women Chief Executive Officers of 2024 by the Women We Admire organization. Harris was ranked tenth by the group. Women We Admire said in a statement, "In Fortune 500 companies, only about 10 percent of CEOs are women, even though research shows women leaders improve collaboration and inspire employees to be more dedicated to a company's mission. This year's list of award recipients demonstrates the focus, drive, and commitment of today's women CEOs."

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  • Stanley Consultants President, Chief Executive Officer and Chair Kate Harris was named to the Top 50 Women Chief Executive Officers of 2024 by the Women We Admire organization.
  • BROOMFIELD, Colo., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stanley Consultants President, Chief Executive Officer and Chair Kate Harris was named to the Top 50 Women Chief Executive Officers of 2024 by the Women We Admire organization.
  • Women We Admire said in a statement, "In Fortune 500 companies, only about 10 percent of CEOs are women, even though research shows women leaders improve collaboration and inspire employees to be more dedicated to a company's mission.
  • This year's list of award recipients demonstrates the focus, drive, and commitment of today's women CEOs."