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Texas Bitcoin Foundation and Texas State Technical College partner to launch first professional certification programs in bitcoin mining

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Monday, November 14, 2022

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the Texas Bitcoin Foundation (TBF) and Texas State Technical College (TSTC) announced the launch of the first professional certifications in bitcoin mining offered by any institution of higher education anywhere in the world.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the Texas Bitcoin Foundation (TBF) and Texas State Technical College (TSTC) announced the launch of the first professional certifications in bitcoin mining offered by any institution of higher education anywhere in the world.
  • Over the past several years, Texas has become a world leader in bitcoin mining as local mining companies have been founded and large international bitcoin companies have relocated to Texas.
  • My wife and I value Texas State Technical College's focus on the needs of the Bitcoin mining industry and are excited to support their innovative program.
  • Natalie Smolenski, founder and executive director of the Texas Bitcoin Foundation, said, "Texas has taken the lead globally by welcoming bitcoin miners to our great state.

Alumni Association of Lincoln University Organizes Fundraiser for HBCU

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

The annual Alumni Association of Lincoln University Golf Tournament will be held July Monday, 11, 2022, at the private Hartefeld National Golf Club in Avondale, one of the area's premiere courses.

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  • The annual Alumni Association of Lincoln University Golf Tournament will be held July Monday, 11, 2022, at the private Hartefeld National Golf Club in Avondale, one of the area's premiere courses.
  • "We are grateful to Jim Thorpe for his enthusiastic partnership to help make our Golf Tournament a success," said Charisse Carney-Nunes, president of the Alumni Association of Lincoln University, PA. "How fitting that Mr. Thorpe has agreed to shine his historic light on Lincoln University, our nation's first degree-granting HBCU and the Black excellence that HBCUs produce."
  • "We are proud that our Alumni Association has garnered such broad-based support from individuals and entities that care deeply about the Lincoln University mission and vision," said Nandi J. Clement Williams, a Lincoln University Trustee and Chair of the Board's Committee on Planning, Development, and External Relations.
  • To learn more about Lincoln University visit: www.lincoln.edu .To learn more about the Alumni Association of Lincoln University (AALU) visit: www.aalupa.org .

Small Business Concerns Around Inflation Grow as Prices Soar and Economic Instability Continues

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022

SCORE's Spring 2022 Megaphone of Mainstreet: Inflation & the Econom y report surveyed more than 1,000 small business owners on how they felt about the current economy and inflation.

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  • SCORE's Spring 2022 Megaphone of Mainstreet: Inflation & the Econom y report surveyed more than 1,000 small business owners on how they felt about the current economy and inflation.
  • While finding customers remains a serious problem for small business owners (51.8%), cash flow (35.9%), inflation (33.9%) and supply chain disruptions (30%) are all rapidly growing issues as the economy remains tumultuous.
  • Due to continued instability, three out of four small business owners (76.4%) report having mixed feelings about the economy overall and are uncertain how to feel.
  • SCORE has a plethora of resources, including small business experts, to help them navigate challenges and thrive."

Aura Launches Initiative to Better Protect Domestic Violence Survivors

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Tuesday, February 8, 2022

The collaboration aims to strengthen support for victims of domestic violence and reduce the risk of digitally-enabled abuse.

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  • The collaboration aims to strengthen support for victims of domestic violence and reduce the risk of digitally-enabled abuse.
  • An alarming 99% of domestic violence survivors report financial abuse that is often achieved through identity theft or another form of fraud,1 two common results of digital crime.
  • DomesticShelters.org and Aura have collaborated around domestic violence training for Aura customer service teams, including how to detect if a caller is under duress and respond without escalating the potentially dangerous situation.
  • Aura is also providing similar training to product and engineering teams, for consideration around how new Aura features might better address the unique dynamics of domestic abuse and enhance protections for this vulnerable group.

La Salle University selects Daniel J. Allen, Ph.D., as next president

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Tuesday, February 1, 2022

PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --La Salle University has selected Daniel J. Allen, Ph.D., a senior vice president at DePaul University, as its 30th President following a vote by the University's Board of Trustees.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --La Salle University has selected Daniel J. Allen, Ph.D., a senior vice president at DePaul University, as its 30th President following a vote by the University's Board of Trustees.
  • Allen is the Senior Vice President of University Advancement and External Relations at DePaul University in Chicago, where he has held several senior-leadership roles since August 2015.
  • "I am honored and humbled by the Board's selection, and I am ready to lead La Salle University," said Allen.
  • I look forward to working with the La Salle community to chart the path forward for the next chapter of the university's future."

State Auto Receives 2021 PIA Company Award of Excellence

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Tuesday, September 28, 2021

Additionally, State Auto Vice President of Strategic Agency Partnerships and External Relations, Gerald Ladner, was named the 2021 PIA National Company Representative of the Year.

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  • Additionally, State Auto Vice President of Strategic Agency Partnerships and External Relations, Gerald Ladner, was named the 2021 PIA National Company Representative of the Year.
  • State Auto and Gerald Ladner were recognized on Sept. 23, 2021, during the annual fall meeting of the PIA National Board of Directors.
  • State Automobile Mutual Insurance Companies (State Auto), headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, is a super regional property and casualty insurance holding company.
  • State Automobile Mutual Insurance Company is part of the State Auto Group, which is rated A- (Excellent) by the A.M. Best Company and includes State Automobile Mutual Insurance Company, State Auto Property & Casualty Insurance Company, State Auto Insurance Company of Ohio, State Auto Insurance Company of Wisconsin, Milbank Insurance Company, Meridian Security Insurance Company, Patrons Mutual Insurance Company of Connecticut, Rockhill Insurance Company, Plaza Insurance Company, American Compensation Insurance Company and Bloomington Compensation Insurance Company.