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National University and South Texas College Announce Degree Pathway Partnership

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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MCALLEN, Texas, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National University(NU) — a distinguished nonprofit Minority Serving Institution that serves more than 130,000 learners annually through its degree and professional training programs and South Texas College(STC) — a Hispanic-serving community college that serves more than 30,000 students and is among the first of three community colleges in the State of Texas to begin offering bachelor's degrees announced a new partnership to provide pathways to possibility for nontraditional community college students who have completed bachelor's degrees to continue on their educational journey and to pursue master's degrees at NU.

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  • "I look forward to partnering with South Texas College to create accessible — and equitable — pathways for community college students who have completed their bachelor's degree to continue on their educational journey and pursue master's degrees at NU."
  • The NU and STC partnership offers a 25 percent tuition discount scholarship for current students and for recent alumni who have graduated with a transferable bachelor's degree.
  • Further, Hispanic students account for over 30 percent of NU's bachelor's degree completers and graduate degree completers, the highest among peer online institutions.
  • For more information about National University's community college transfer pathways, visit NU.edu .

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Octavia D. Harris as a Top Pinnacle Professional for her contributions as an Advocate for Women in Military Services

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Octavia D. Harris is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for her contributions as an Advocate for Women in Military Services.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Octavia D. Harris is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for her contributions as an Advocate for Women in Military Services.
  • Octavia D. Harris's illustrious career has been characterized by her unwavering commitment to empowering women within the military.
  • She currently serves as a subcommittee leader for the United States Department of Defense Advisory Committee on Women in the Services.
  • Throughout her illustrious career, Octavia D. Harris has received multiple prestigious awards that underscore her exceptional contributions to the field.

Inaugural National University Grad Walk Gives Students a More Personal Option for Celebrating Commencement

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Friday, January 19, 2024
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SAN DIEGO, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National University (NU) — a nonprofit Minority Serving Institution that serves 50,000 degree-seeking students and 80,000 workforce and professional development students annually — today announced it will hold its inaugural NU Grad Walk events later this month, offering students and their supporters a more intimate option for celebrating the life-changing achievement of earning their degrees.

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  • "At National University, we continually strive and innovate to improve the student experience," said Dr. Mark D. Milliron, NU president and CEO.
  • "NU Grad Walk takes a fresh look at commencement.
  • Graduates choose a timeslot, then step through the commencement ceremony surrounded by their supporters, with plenty of opportunities to take pictures along the way.
  • While NU makes its headquarters in San Diego, students from throughout California, the nation, and the world attend classes, which occur mostly online.

Vantage UK Releases Groundbreaking Episode of The Vantage View: Exploring the Circular Economy

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Friday, January 19, 2024
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LONDON, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vantage (or Vantage Markets), an award-winning multi-asset broker, is thrilled to launch the second episode of video series, The Vantage View, centred on the circular economy.

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  • LONDON, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vantage (or Vantage Markets), an award-winning multi-asset broker, is thrilled to launch the second episode of video series, The Vantage View, centred on the circular economy.
  • This episode features Dr Seeram Ramakrishna, Professor and Director of the Centre for Nanotechnology and Sustainability, National University of Singapore.
  • Dr Ramakrishna explores the difference between the linear economy which the modern economy is based on, and the circular economy which offers a greater benefit to society.
  • "The rise of the circular economy presents a sustainable shift from traditional business practices, aligning with Vantage's progression towards ESG principles and bolstering our support for both UNHCR and the Vantage Foundation," said David Shayer, CEO of Vantage UK.

Universal Technical Institute, Inc. announces Carolyn Frank as chief human resources officer

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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PHOENIX, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE: UTI), a leading workforce solutions provider of transportation, skilled trades, and healthcare education programs, today announced the appointment of Carolyn Frank as chief human resource officer, effective immediately.

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  • PHOENIX, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE: UTI), a leading workforce solutions provider of transportation, skilled trades, and healthcare education programs, today announced the appointment of Carolyn Frank as chief human resource officer, effective immediately.
  • "Carolyn brings to UTI, Inc. an impressive record of fostering organizational culture during periods of change and growth.
  • Frank brings more than 20 years of experience in building and managing human resource organizations across industries.
  • Frank holds a Master of Arts in Human Resource Management from National University and a Bachelor of Arts in Speech-Communications from Baldwin Wallace University.

EUGENIE JONES CELEBRATES A DECADE IN THE JAZZ SPOTLIGHT WITH NEW RELEASE - THE ORIGINALS

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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SEATTLE, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Eugenie Jones was not supposed to be a jazz singer. She graduated with an MBA in marketing, and her post-graduate career took her deep within the nonprofit sector as a marketing communications executive. Her mother, a soprano gospel singer, was the singer of the family, and when cancer claimed her life, Jones managed her grief by setting out to see if she could carry forward that part of her Mom's life.

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    SEATTLE, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Eugenie Jones was not supposed to be a jazz singer.
  • A harmonious journey through Jones's musical evolution, The Originals showcases a genuinely creative force whose voice continues to captivate audiences.
  • Having established herself in the international jazz scene, Jones has consistently pushed the boundaries of her artistic expression.
  • Beyond jazz, rhythm and blues records, Eugenie grew up with her mother's voice as a continual backdrop around the house.

National University and School Districts Awarded $14.9 Million to Expand Research-based Community School Model

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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SAN DIEGO, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National University, which houses one of the largest colleges of education in the United States and is the largest provider of teaching credentials in California, today announced it received $14.9 million from the U.S. Department of Education to bring a nationally-recognized school model to high-need elementary, middle, and high schools in San Diego County. Through the five-year grant, the university as the grantee will provide community services to National School District and San Marcos Unified School District to implement full-service community programs, which integrate extended academic, social, health, and workforce development services through the university and community-based organizations.

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  • Through the five-year grant, the university as the grantee will provide community services to National School District and San Marcos Unified School District to implement full-service community programs, which integrate extended academic, social, health, and workforce development services through the university and community-based organizations.
  • "The power of the community school model is that it creates a single stop for multiple wraparound services that make it possible to meet the complex needs of children, families and communities."
  • Interest in the community school model has accelerated in recent years, in part to help combat the impact of COVID-19 learning loss on K-12 student achievement.
  • In 2023, federal investment in community school programs climbed to its highest level on record, and states have ramped up support with billions in funding.

Medical Education Market size to grow by USD 208.73 billion from 2022 to 2027, Market is fragmented due to the presence of prominent companies like All India Institute of Medical Sciences, KP Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine and Mayo Clinic, and many m

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Friday, January 5, 2024
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The medical education market is fragmented owing to the presence of many global and regional companies.

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  • The medical education market is fragmented owing to the presence of many global and regional companies.
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    KP Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine - The company offers medical education such as a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Sciences.
  • National University of Singapore - The company offers medical education such as M.D.M.B.A., M.D.Ph.D., M.D.M.P.H., and M.D.MSHCM, and others.
  • The higher education testing and assessment market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 6.32% between 2022 and 2027.

Innovations in China's Greater Bay Area: Global Pitch Competition for Startups Announces Winners

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Friday, January 5, 2024
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SHENZHEN, China, Jan. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Thousands of investors, startups, and industry enthusiasts packed the house and tuned in as the 2023 PHBS-CJBS Global Pitch Competition wrapped up.

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  • SHENZHEN, China, Jan. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Thousands of investors, startups, and industry enthusiasts packed the house and tuned in as the 2023 PHBS-CJBS Global Pitch Competition wrapped up.
  • The spectacular grand final event took place in December, revealing the year's winners and other major announcements.
  • Celebrating the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, the event also launched two new institutes established and sponsored by PHBS.
  • The grand final ended by kicking off the 2024 PHBS-CJBS Global Pitch Competition, with a continued focus on early-stage technology teams that have yet to reach the Series B funding stage.

Mineralys Therapeutics Appoints Minji Kim, Ph.D. as Chief Business Officer

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Thursday, January 4, 2024
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Adam Levy will remain in his role as Chief Financial Officer.

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  • Adam Levy will remain in his role as Chief Financial Officer.
  • “With our expanding operations, we have decided to split the functions of Chief Financial Officer and Chief Business Officer into two roles, and we are excited to have Minji join our team.
  • She brings a solid track record of generating value for multiple companies by identifying and executing strategic opportunities,” stated Jon Congleton, Chief Executive Officer of Mineralys.
  • Prior to joining Mineralys, she held the role of Chief Business Officer at Affamed Therapeutics and General Manager at Affamed Digital, and brought multiple products into their pipeline.