O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs

Closing the Health Disparity Gap for Black Women

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Monday, May 9, 2022

Evidence exists that racial differences in socioeconomic (education and employment) and housing outcomes results in systematic unequal treatment of Black women.

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  • Evidence exists that racial differences in socioeconomic (education and employment) and housing outcomes results in systematic unequal treatment of Black women.
  • HOUSTON, May 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- These are just a few of the reasons Houston's Leading Black Information Source is hosting the 2nd State of Black Women Health Forum at HISD's Young Women's College Preparatory Academy, 1906 Cleburne St., in Houston.
  • Health questions from the audience will be answered by black medical professionals who commonly address the health care needs unique to Black women.
  • "This forum brings Black girls and Black women together with women medical professionals to help provide a roadmap for their lifelong health journey," said Sonny Messiah-Jiles, CEO of the Defender Network.

H-E-B Partners with TPWF to Enhance Conservation in Texas

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022

Texas, April 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thanks to a new partnership with H-E-B, Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation (TPWF) will be able to do more to conserve the states wild things and wild places.

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  • Texas, April 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thanks to a new partnership with H-E-B, Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation (TPWF) will be able to do more to conserve the states wild things and wild places.
  • H-E-B is an iconic Texas company, and this new partnership with Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation, our official nonprofit partner, is incredibly exciting, said Carter Smith, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Executive Director.
  • Its fitting that the Field & Future line of products will benefit conservation projects across Texas, and were deeply grateful for this new partnership.
  • TPWF supports a wide range of conservation projects across the state, including coastal conservation along the Texas Gulf Coast, black bear restoration in West Texas and the establishment of Palo Pinto Mountains State Park in North Texas, the states newest state park, expected to open next year.

Tetra Tech Receives Six Environment and Climate Change Industry Awards

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Thursday, March 17, 2022

The annual awards from EBIs Climate Change Business Journal (CCBJ) and Environmental Business Journal (EBJ) were presented at the Environmental Industry Summit XX on March 16, 2022, in San Diego, California.

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  • The annual awards from EBIs Climate Change Business Journal (CCBJ) and Environmental Business Journal (EBJ) were presented at the Environmental Industry Summit XX on March 16, 2022, in San Diego, California.
  • On behalf of everyone at Tetra Tech, I thank our clients for their continued confidence in our work.
  • Tetra Tech was recognized in every category for which the company was nominated, including supporting climate resilience, providing safe water supplies, implementing innovative technology, and advancing diversity and inclusion.
  • With 21,000 associates working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems in water, environment, sustainable infrastructure, renewable energy, and international development.

Clifford Law Offices Presents Free 15th Annual Legal Education Program on Wellness and Diversity

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Thursday, January 27, 2022

CHICAGO, Jan. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Clifford Law Offices , a nationally renowned personal injury and wrongful death firm in Chicago, is hosting its 15th annual two-hour continuing legal education program at 2:30-4:30 p.m., on Thursday, February 17, 2022.

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  • CHICAGO, Jan. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Clifford Law Offices , a nationally renowned personal injury and wrongful death firm in Chicago, is hosting its 15th annual two-hour continuing legal education program at 2:30-4:30 p.m., on Thursday, February 17, 2022.
  • Robert A. Clifford , founder, and senior partner at Clifford Law Offices will moderate the program.
  • Speakers are Erin Clifford, Partner, Clifford Law Offices and Founder/CEO of Erin Clifford Wellness; Brian Cuban, Lawyer, and Author of "The Addicted Lawyer;" Tracy Kepler, CNA Risk Control Director, Adjunct Law Professor and former Director of the ABA Center for Professional Responsibility; Judge David Shaheed (ret.
  • The Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism approved this program for one hour of professional responsibility credit (Diversity and Inclusion).

Nom Nom Challenges America's Sh*ttiest Cities To Clean Up Their Streets

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021

"At Nom Nom, we remain committed to improving the health and wellness of pets particularly their digestive health through our fresh, high quality, whole-ingredient foods, made in our very own kitchens," said Nate Phillips, Co-Founder and CEO of Nom Nom.

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  • "At Nom Nom, we remain committed to improving the health and wellness of pets particularly their digestive health through our fresh, high quality, whole-ingredient foods, made in our very own kitchens," said Nate Phillips, Co-Founder and CEO of Nom Nom.
  • A study conducted by Nom Nom's in-house scientific research team found that Nom Nom probiotics have a preventative effect, reducing the relative risk of future diarrhea by 85.7 percent.
  • All new customers who visit the website link will also receive 50% off their first Nom Nom trial.
  • Founded in 2014, Nom Nom serves fresh, whole ingredient pet foods, developed by on-staff Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionists, to dogs and cats across the country.

2022 will be the year of adjusting to new realities according to The Economist's The World Ahead 2022

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Tuesday, November 9, 2021

LONDON, Nov. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today The Economist launched The World Ahead 2022, a look at the important themes, trends and events that will shape the year ahead.

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  • LONDON, Nov. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today The Economist launched The World Ahead 2022, a look at the important themes, trends and events that will shape the year ahead.
  • Now in its 36th year, The World Ahead was renamed from The World In to more accurately describe the series as a guide to the coming year.
  • While The World Ahead includes many predictions, the ten major themes for 2022 are as follows:
    Democracy v autocracy .
  • As President Joe Biden tries to rally the free world under the flag of democracy, his dysfunctional, divided country is a poor advertisement for its merits.

Cleanlogic continues to Champion Blind and Visually Impaired through Blind Awareness Month

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Thursday, October 14, 2021

An organization that empowers blind and visually impaired children with programs designed to provide them with the support and tools they need for future success.

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  • An organization that empowers blind and visually impaired children with programs designed to provide them with the support and tools they need for future success.
  • "We've always dedicated ourselves to raising awareness and developing programs to help this overlooked community and Blind Awareness Month is no different.
  • With these initiatives, Cleanlogic is determined to continue to drive awareness for Blindness Awareness Month, while helping blind and visually impaired individuals lead more independent lives.
  • Serving people who are blind or vision impaired since 1933, the San Antonio Lighthouse for the Blind & Vision Impaired provides rehabilitation services as well as employment for the blind and vision impaired in its light manufacturing assembly plant.

AVANGRID Announces Changes to Renewables Leadership

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021

The changes come as Alejandro de Hoz, President & CEO of Avangrid Renewables, has decided to leave the company.

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  • The changes come as Alejandro de Hoz, President & CEO of Avangrid Renewables, has decided to leave the company.
  • Our renewables business is a meaningful engine of growth for AVANGRID and today we have established ourselves as the third largest renewables generator in the country and the leader in offshore wind, said Dennis V. Arriola, AVANGRID CEO.
  • This is an exciting time for AVANGRID and Avangrid Renewables and I am very optimistic that under Bill and Jose Antonios leadership, we will continue to grow our renewables portfolio and improve the operating performance of our existing portfolio of assets.
  • Headquartered in Orange, CT, with approximately $39 billion in assets and operations in 24 U.S. states, AVANGRID has two primary lines of business: Avangrid Networks and Avangrid Renewables.

James Avery Artisan Jewelry Opens First Store in H-E-B

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021

"We're excited to work with another iconic Texas brand," said John McCullough, CEO of James Avery Artisan Jewelry.

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  • "We're excited to work with another iconic Texas brand," said John McCullough, CEO of James Avery Artisan Jewelry.
  • Putting customer and associate safety first, the League City store is following recommended COVID-19 health protocols and guidelines implemented in all James Avery stores.
  • About James Avery Artisan Jewelry James Avery is a vertically integrated, family-owned company located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.
  • Hourly drawings on Sept. 18 and Sept. 25 between 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. during the Grand Opening Celebrations at the League City James Avery Artisan Jewelry store.

Indiana University Senior Micah McFadden Awarded Terry Tallen Football Leadership Scholarship

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Thursday, September 2, 2021

BLOOMINGTON, Ind., Sept. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The 13th annual Terry Tallen Football Leadership Scholarship has been awarded to Indiana University senior Micah McFadden, a middle linebacker on the IU football team.

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  • BLOOMINGTON, Ind., Sept. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The 13th annual Terry Tallen Football Leadership Scholarship has been awarded to Indiana University senior Micah McFadden, a middle linebacker on the IU football team.
  • IU alumni Terry Tallen created and funded the scholarship which is awarded annually to a starting football team captain who has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills on the field as well as in the classroom and community.
  • The Terry Tallen Indiana Football Complex opened in 2019 and is considered one of the country's finest new football facilities.
  • "I'm so pleased that under IU Athletic Director Scott Dolson's exceptional leadership the scholarship was awarded Micah," said Tallen.