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Judson University Unveils Photos, Videos from World Leaders Forum Inspirational Series; Campus welcomed Canadian physician surgeon, citizen scientist Dr. Shawna Pandya

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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ELGIN, Ill., Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Elgin, Illinois-based Judson University announces the unveiling of the official multimedia gallery from the Oct. 12 World Leaders Forum (WLF) Inspirational Series featuring its special guest and presenter Dr. Shawna Pandya. Pandya is a Canadian physician surgeon, citizen scientist, and astronaut candidate.

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  • The Elgin, Illinois-based Judson University announces the unveiling of the official multimedia gallery from the Oct. 12 World Leaders Forum (WLF) Inspirational Series featuring its special guest and presenter Dr. Shawna Pandya.
  • Pandya is a Canadian physician surgeon, citizen scientist, and astronaut candidate.
  • ELGIN, Ill., Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Elgin, Illinois-based Judson University announces the unveiling of the official multimedia gallery from the Oct. 12 World Leaders Forum (WLF) Inspirational Series featuring its special guest and presenter Dr. Shawna Pandya.
  • Pandya is a Canadian physician surgeon, citizen scientist, and astronaut candidate.

Gloria Bohan Receives ASTA 's First Ever Icon Award

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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FAIRFAX, Va., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gloria Bohan is the first recipient of ASTA's (The American Society of Travel Advisors) newest honor, the Icon Award. ASTA, the foremost international organization for travel advisors, promotes inclusivity and social progress within the industry. President and CEO, Zane Kerby, and Dianna Rom, Windstar's Vice President of Sales, presented Bohan the award in Saint Andrews, Scotland on October 18th.

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  • FAIRFAX, Va., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gloria Bohan is the first recipient of ASTA's (The American Society of Travel Advisors) newest honor, the Icon Award.
  • President and CEO, Zane Kerby, and Dianna Rom, Windstar's Vice President of Sales, presented Bohan the award in Saint Andrews, Scotland on October 18th.
  • The Icon Award, sponsored by Windstar Cruises, was given to Bohan for her role as a gender equality advocate.
  • ASTA's Icon Award symbolizes how Bohan always has and will continue to pave the way for future female entrepreneurs.

Katten Recognized as One of the "Best Law Firms for Women and Diversity"

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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CHICAGO, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Katten announced today that the firm was among the 50 law firms that earned a spot on Seramount's "Best Law Firms for Women & Diversity."

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  • CHICAGO, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Katten announced today that the firm was among the 50 law firms that earned a spot on Seramount's "Best Law Firms for Women & Diversity."
  • Katten has been recognized among the Best Law Firms for Women more than 10 times since the list's inception in 2007, earning the firm the Hall of Fame distinction.
  • Katten is a full-service law firm with approximately 700 attorneys in locations across the United States and in London and Shanghai.
  • Katten represents public and private companies in numerous industries, as well as a number of government and nonprofit organizations and individuals.

Innovative “Powered by Women” NFT Auction Supports Emerging Female Leaders in Beverage Alcohol Industry and Inspires the Next Generation of Women to Join the Industry

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023
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“We're proud of recent strides the BevAlc industry has made to expand and promote the variety of voices that make up our industry,” said Jenn Engel, RNDC’s Chief Commercial Sales Officer and the first female CCSO in the beverage alcohol wholesale industry.

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  • “We're proud of recent strides the BevAlc industry has made to expand and promote the variety of voices that make up our industry,” said Jenn Engel, RNDC’s Chief Commercial Sales Officer and the first female CCSO in the beverage alcohol wholesale industry.
  • “Our ‘Powered by Women’ campaign represents another step toward investing in, uplifting and amplifying strong female voices within this space.”
    Scholarship funds will be raised through an innovative non-fungible token (NFT) auction.
  • Throughout the month of March, RNDC will auction off custom-made digital collectibles , designed by digital artist Chelsy Escalona .
  • Its Women’s Leadership Forum (WLF) provides professional development and networking opportunities to support career advancement for female leaders.

CGTN: Shanghai eyes sci-tech innovation as key driving force for development

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Monday, November 7, 2022
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BEIJING, Nov. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Shanghai, China's commercial hub, has once again attracted the world's top scientists to its annual science gala the World Laureates Forum (WLF), as the city underscores science and technology innovation as a key driving force for its high-quality development.

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  • BEIJING, Nov. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Shanghai, China's commercial hub, has once again attracted the world's top scientists to its annual science gala the World Laureates Forum (WLF), as the city underscores science and technology innovation as a key driving force for its high-quality development.
  • At the opening ceremony on Sunday, the inaugural World Laureates Association (WLA) Prize, an international science prize established in Shanghai in 2021, was awarded to two scientists.
  • Apart from a medal and certificate, each of them also received a monetary award of 10 million yuan (about $1.39 million).
  • Chen Jining, the secretary of the Party's Shanghai Municipal Committee, said at the opening ceremony that the city has already witnessed great improvement in its sci-tech strength over the past eight years, with sci-tech innovation serving as an important driving force for its continuous development.

CGTN: Shanghai eyes sci-tech innovation as key driving force for development

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Monday, November 7, 2022
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BEIJING, Nov. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Shanghai, China's commercial hub, has once again attracted the world's top scientists to its annual science gala the World Laureates Forum (WLF), as the city underscores science and technology innovation as a key driving force for its high-quality development.

Key Points: 
  • BEIJING, Nov. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Shanghai, China's commercial hub, has once again attracted the world's top scientists to its annual science gala the World Laureates Forum (WLF), as the city underscores science and technology innovation as a key driving force for its high-quality development.
  • At the opening ceremony on Sunday, the inaugural World Laureates Association (WLA) Prize, an international science prize established in Shanghai in 2021, was awarded to two scientists.
  • Apart from a medal and certificate, each of them also received a monetary award of 10 million yuan (about $1.39 million).
  • Chen Jining, the secretary of the Party's Shanghai Municipal Committee, said at the opening ceremony that the city has already witnessed great improvement in its sci-tech strength over the past eight years, with sci-tech innovation serving as an important driving force for its continuous development.

The $1.19 trillion USD lost to the global economy due to illiteracy dubbed "the hidden impact of the pandemic."

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
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LONDON, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On International Literacy Day (September 8 2022) a new report has highlighted the economic cost and social impact of a spike in illiteracy rates due to the disruption in children's education caused by the pandemic.

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  • World Literacy Foundation (WLF) CEO Andrew Kay said, "The study finds that children from low-income homes are those most impacted in a post-pandemic environment.
  • With gaps in their reading development, many children face lifelong illiteracy without effective intervention".
  • Released today on International Literacy Day to highlight the impact of illiteracy caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Foundation's report titled "The Economic & Social Cost of Illiteracy" says illiteracy is costing the global economy $1.19 trillion USD.
  • "Globally, almost 770 million people can't read a single word and another 2 billion people struggle to read a sentence.

The $1.19 trillion USD lost to the global economy due to illiteracy dubbed "the hidden impact of the pandemic."

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On International Literacy Day (September 8 2022) a new report has highlighted the economic cost and social impact of a spike in illiteracy rates due to the disruption in children's education caused by the pandemic.

Key Points: 
  • World Literacy Foundation (WLF) CEO Andrew Kay said, "The study finds that children from low-income homes are those most impacted in a post-pandemic environment.
  • With gaps in their reading development, many children face lifelong illiteracy without effective intervention".
  • Released today on International Literacy Day to highlight the impact of illiteracy caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Foundation's report titled "The Economic & Social Cost of Illiteracy" says illiteracy is costing the global economy $1.19 trillion USD.
  • "Globally, almost 770 million people can't read a single word and another 2 billion people struggle to read a sentence.

World Lupus Federation Global Survey of People Living with Lupus finds 87% Report at Least One Major Organ Affected by the Disease

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Thursday, May 5, 2022
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WASHINGTON, May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In a recent international survey, the World Lupus Federation found that 87% of the survey respondents living with lupus reported that the disease has impacted one or more major organs or organ systems. Over 6,700 people with lupus participated in the survey from over 100 countries.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In a recent international survey, the World Lupus Federation found that 87% of the survey respondents living with lupus reported that the disease has impacted one or more major organs or organ systems.
  • Nearly three-quarters of respondents reported multiple organs impacted, with an average of three organs affected.
  • The World Lupus Federation leads the annual observance of World Lupus Day to bring more considerable attention to the disease and its impact on millions of people worldwide.
  • The World Lupus Federation (WLF) is a coalition of lupus patient organizations, united to improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus.

World Lupus Federation Global Survey of People Living with Lupus finds 87% Report at Least One Major Organ Affected by the Disease

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Thursday, May 5, 2022
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WASHINGTON, May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In a recent international survey, the World Lupus Federation found that 87% of the survey respondents living with lupus reported that the disease has impacted one or more major organs or organ systems. Over 6,700 people with lupus participated in the survey from over 100 countries.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In a recent international survey, the World Lupus Federation found that 87% of the survey respondents living with lupus reported that the disease has impacted one or more major organs or organ systems.
  • Nearly three-quarters of respondents reported multiple organs impacted, with an average of three organs affected.
  • The World Lupus Federation leads the annual observance of World Lupus Day to bring more considerable attention to the disease and its impact on millions of people worldwide.
  • The World Lupus Federation (WLF) is a coalition of lupus patient organizations, united to improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus.