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University of Phoenix College of Social and Behavioral Sciences Leadership joins 2024 Association of Baccalaureate Program Directors Conference

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

The workshop, titled “Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Employability of Baccalaureate Social Work Graduates through Skills-Based Education,” examined the importance of skills-based education for baccalaureate social work students.

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  • The workshop, titled “Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Employability of Baccalaureate Social Work Graduates through Skills-Based Education,” examined the importance of skills-based education for baccalaureate social work students.
  • As associate dean and the director of the Social Work Program in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences with the University of Phoenix, Dutton presides over the Bachelor of Science Social Work program, which was accredited by the Council of Social Work Education in June 2023.
  • Dutton earned her doctorate in Social Work and Social Research at Portland State University, and her MSW and BSW at New Mexico Highlands University.
  • She has authored a University of Phoenix white paper on how social work educators can help students understand and differentiate between competencies and skills.

Nine Florida nonprofit programs, organizations and individuals receive Florida Blue Foundation Sapphire Award for community health improvement and share $525,000 in support

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

The Florida Blue Foundation announced the winners at its annual Sapphire Awards ceremony on April 3 in Orlando.

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  • The Florida Blue Foundation announced the winners at its annual Sapphire Awards ceremony on April 3 in Orlando.
  • "Our Foundation recognizes the important role community-based initiatives play in strengthening neighborhoods and improving overall health and well-being," said Susan Towler, executive director of the Florida Blue Foundation.
  • The Florida Blue Foundation introduced the Sapphire Awards in 2005 to recognize excellence and innovation in community health leadership and programs across Florida.
  • Florida Blue Foundation presented the 2024 Sapphire Awards during its annual two-day Community Health Symposium.

OpusVi Launches Affordable Online Master of Social Work Degree with Northern Arizona University To Build a Sustainable Talent Pipeline of Licensed Medical Social Work Professionals

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

OpusVi (formerly Dignity Health Global Education) has launched an MSW degree program to bolster the talent pipeline of social work professionals with Northern Arizona University amid industry-wide healthcare staffing shortages.

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  • OpusVi (formerly Dignity Health Global Education) has launched an MSW degree program to bolster the talent pipeline of social work professionals with Northern Arizona University amid industry-wide healthcare staffing shortages.
  • Alongside a Social Work Fellowship, the OpusVi suite of social work development programs aims to support health systems in improving retention of in-demand social workers and continuity of care while reducing costs.
  • "We know the widespread influence social work professionals have on their communities and we're honored to take part in improving social health across the country."
  • For additional information on the OpusVi Master of Social Work degree program, please visit opusvi.com .

Washington Poison Center welcomes new Community Health Educator in Eastern Washington

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Friday, August 18, 2023

SEATTLE, Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center (WAPC), Washington's free medical service for questions and emergencies with medications, poisons, and drug overdoses, is pleased to announce the hiring of Justin Mauger, MA IE, BSW as its Eastern Washington Community Health Educator.

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  • SEATTLE, Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center (WAPC), Washington's free medical service for questions and emergencies with medications, poisons, and drug overdoses, is pleased to announce the hiring of Justin Mauger, MA IE, BSW as its Eastern Washington Community Health Educator.
  • In this role, Justin will support and expand awareness of the WAPC, poison prevention, and harm reduction strategies among community members and professionals in central and eastern Washington.
  • Born and raised in eastern Washington, Justin holds a BA in Social Work from Eastern Washington University and an MA in International Education at the School for International Training Graduate Institute.
  • Dedicated to promoting equity and empowering diverse communities to make informed health choices, Justin is engaged in developing outreach programs for refugees and immigrants.

Mitsubishi Motors: World Premiere of the All-New Triton One-ton Pickup Truck

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Special website for the all-new Triton: www.mitsubishi-motors.com/en/products/triton

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  • Special website for the all-new Triton: www.mitsubishi-motors.com/en/products/triton
    Mitsubishi Motors has produced approximately 5.6 million pickup trucks spanning five generations over the 45 years since its first launch in 1978.
  • With a record of sales in 150 countries, the pickup truck is a global strategic vehicle for Mitsubishi Motors.
  • Now in its sixth generation, the all-new Triton is fully redesigned for the first time in nine years.
  • The all-new Triton combines agility with the Mitsubishi Motors' robust design to create an imposing look while expressing the toughness and powerfulness expected of a pickup truck.

Webb Fontaine Awarded Contract with Bangladesh National Board of Revenue for Single Window and Risk Management Solutions

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Monday, June 26, 2023

Webb Fontaine's expertise in trade facilitation, combined with its cutting-edge technology solutions, will play a pivotal role in streamlining trade operations in Bangladesh.

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  • Webb Fontaine's expertise in trade facilitation, combined with its cutting-edge technology solutions, will play a pivotal role in streamlining trade operations in Bangladesh.
  • Alioune Ciss, CEO of Webb Fontaine, expressed his excitement regarding the collaboration, stating, "We are honoured to partner with the Bangladesh National Board of Revenue for this transformative initiative.
  • Webb Fontaine's innovative Single Window and Risk Management solutions are tailor-made to address the unique challenges faced by Bangladesh's trade ecosystem.
  • Webb Fontaine looks forward to commencing the implementation of the Single Window and Risk Management solutions, working closely with the Bangladesh National Board of Revenue and other stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition towards a modern and digitized trade ecosystem.

Webb Fontaine Awarded Contract with Bangladesh National Board of Revenue for Single Window and Risk Management Solutions

Retrieved on: 
Monday, June 26, 2023

Webb Fontaine's expertise in trade facilitation, combined with its cutting-edge technology solutions, will play a pivotal role in streamlining trade operations in Bangladesh.

Key Points: 
  • Webb Fontaine's expertise in trade facilitation, combined with its cutting-edge technology solutions, will play a pivotal role in streamlining trade operations in Bangladesh.
  • This project stands as one of Asia's largest World Bank-funded Single Window initiatives, encompassing more than 25 government agencies and stakeholders.
  • Webb Fontaine's innovative Single Window and Risk Management solutions are tailor-made to address the unique challenges faced by Bangladesh's trade ecosystem.
  • Webb Fontaine looks forward to commencing the implementation of the Single Window and Risk Management solutions, working closely with the Bangladesh National Board of Revenue and other stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition towards a modern and digitized trade ecosystem.

Exact Sciences Advances Innovative Cancer Technologies and Approaches Through Visionary Collaborations

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

MADISON, Wis., June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Exact Sciences Corp. (NASDAQ: EXAS), a leading provider of cancer screening and diagnostic tests, today announced separate collaborations with two renowned healthcare organizations at the forefront of cancer research. The agreements aim to improve patient care by increasing access to genomic information. Combining cutting-edge technologies with expertise from thought leaders at Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard and Baylor Scott & White, Exact Sciences will provide smarter answers before diagnosis and throughout cancer treatment.

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  • MADISON, Wis., June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Exact Sciences Corp. (NASDAQ: EXAS), a leading provider of cancer screening and diagnostic tests, today announced separate collaborations with two renowned healthcare organizations at the forefront of cancer research.
  • Combining cutting-edge technologies with expertise from thought leaders at Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard and Baylor Scott & White, Exact Sciences will provide smarter answers before diagnosis and throughout cancer treatment.
  • "These collaborations mark a significant milestone in Exact Sciences' pursuit to eradicate cancer," said Jorge Garces, Chief Science Officer at Exact Sciences.
  • Exact Sciences and Baylor Scott & White (BSW) have entered an agreement to establish the Texas Multicancer Early Detection Registry program, including implementation of Exact Sciences' MCED test within a subset of BSW primary care clinics.

All-new 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid Named IIHS Top Safety Pick

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

Priced from $39,9951, Outlander Plug-in Hybrid offers up to 420 miles of total range and 38 miles of all-electric range2.

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  • Priced from $39,9951, Outlander Plug-in Hybrid offers up to 420 miles of total range and 38 miles of all-electric range2.
  • FRANKLIN, Tenn., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) announced today that the all-new 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid has been named a TOP SAFETY PICK (TSP), by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
  • IIHS is an independent, nonprofit organization that researches, performs evaluations, and assesses safety ratings in crashworthiness and crash-avoidance testing of production vehicles.
  • The entire Outlander family – Plug-in Hybrid, internal combustion, 40th Anniversary and RALLIART trim - offers an array of standard and available advanced driver assistance systems for driver convenience and confidence.

Biswap DEX Unveils Improved AMM as Part of Its Ambitious 2023 Roadmap

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Thursday, February 2, 2023

BNB Chain decentralized exchange Biswap has published its 2023 roadmap which includes a number of proposed improvements and upgrades.

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  • BNB Chain decentralized exchange Biswap has published its 2023 roadmap which includes a number of proposed improvements and upgrades.
  • It includes details of a new AMM, route optimization, and perpetual trading.
  • To reduce pressure on the price of the native Biswap token and provide opportunities for more earnings for long-term BSW token holders, the Biswap team has developed several initiatives.
  • Evolving market trends have also prompted the Biswap team to implement decentralized futures trading (with an on-chain order book on the BNB network).