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University of Idaho to Create Not-For-Profit to Acquire University of Phoenix

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Thursday, May 18, 2023

This afternoon, the Idaho State Board of Education sitting as the Board of Regents of the University of Idaho granted approval for the creation of a not-for-profit entity that will acquire the operations of the University of Phoenix.

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  • This afternoon, the Idaho State Board of Education sitting as the Board of Regents of the University of Idaho granted approval for the creation of a not-for-profit entity that will acquire the operations of the University of Phoenix.
  • The student information system University of Phoenix has built for enrollment and student support is comprehensive and well-tested.
  • “As an alumnus of the University of Idaho, I know and appreciate the value of a Vandal education,” Green said.
  • University of Phoenix’s current ownership will also provide $200 million in cash that will transfer to the new non-profit.

AKU AND PAPER PLANES COME TOGETHER FOR A FIRST OF ITS KIND COLLABORATION

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022

NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aku, the cryptonative NFT character created by artist and former professional athlete Micah Johnson, and Paper Planes, New York based fashion brand that combines culture and streetwear fashion, announce their collaboration to create a special edition, limited run of 350 Aku x Paper Planes 9Fifty Snapback hats, which will be available exclusively to Akutar holders.

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  • The limited run Aku x Paper Planes 9Fifty Snapback Hat is black with a green undervisor, features the embroidered Paper Planes logo alongside Aku graphic details on the front, removable Paper Planes and Aku logo pins on the crown, and additional Aku artwork on the right side.
  • The original Paper Planes hat has become highly coveted within the streetwear community, often referred to as the "The Crown."
  • "Paper Planes and Aku both remind us to dream, and aim to inspire us with the confidence and patience to pursue greatness in achieving our dreams.
  • Aku and Paper Planes first collaborated in December 2021 for Aku's Chapter 7: Candle following an organic "aha" moment between Paper Planes Co-Founder Emory Jones, Aku Co-Founder Summer Watson and Aku Creative Council founding member Upscale Vandal.

University of Idaho takes a big leap forward on process automation with Softdocs

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

COLUMBIA, S.C., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Softdocs, the only education-focused provider of process automation and content services solutions, is proud to announce the launch of a new campus-wide initiative with the University of Idaho to modernize campus operations and create a more connected campus.

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  • "We are very excited to launch this initiative with the University of Idaho," said Softdocs CEO Adam Park.
  • "Softdocs solutions have helped hundreds of schools and colleges achieve their objectives related to student success, and we are eager to help the University of Idaho do the same."
  • Softdocs develops document management, electronic forms, workflow automation, eSignature, and print customization solutions for the higher education and K-12 markets.
  • The University of Idaho, home of the Vandals, is Idaho's land-grant, national research university.

Academy Awards® Qualifying Short Shorts Film Festival & ASIA Has Announced the 2022 Nominees

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

TOKYO, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This year's film festival will be held at multiple venues in Tokyo, starting with the opening ceremony on June 7th and ending with the award ceremony on June 20th.

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  • Special Programs include - "13 Japanese Directors on the Rise" & the release of "Boy Sprouted," a short film written by A.I.
  • TOKYO, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This year's film festival will be held at multiple venues in Tokyo, starting with the opening ceremony on June 7th and ending with the award ceremony on June 20th.
  • Most of the shorts continued to depict the pandemic and the changes in family, personal/working environments in a restrictive society.
  • Awards that will be sent for consideration at the Academy Awards 2023 and the George Lucas Award (Grand Prix) will be announced on June 20, at the Award Ceremony.

CHOBANI EXPANDS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM WITH ADDITIONAL $1 MILLION TO HELP CREATE A MORE EQUITABLE FUTURE IN AGRICULTURE

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Wednesday, January 19, 2022

Chobani Scholars will havean opportunity to intern with Chobani during their college careers.

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  • Chobani Scholars will havean opportunity to intern with Chobani during their college careers.
  • In prior years the program was limited to students from a dairy background who were pursuing a career in dairy.
  • "We're proud to be supporting dozens of current students in our home states of Idaho and New York, and we're thrilled to be expanding the Chobani Scholars program."
  • The Chobani Scholars program was established at Cornell University and University of Idaho in 2018.

2021 Is a Big Year for AstroTurf as the Leader in Synthetic Turf Technology Installs New Fields from Coast to Coast

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Wednesday, September 29, 2021

A solid training staff, good coaches, and top-notch training equipment are all essential for empowering athletes to be competitive.

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  • A solid training staff, good coaches, and top-notch training equipment are all essential for empowering athletes to be competitive.
  • AstroTurf is also known for delivering top-level service on every project, as noted by Tanner Stines, Senior Associated Athletic Director at McNeese State.
  • With the college football season in full swing, the company looks forward to watching the teams give it their all on AstroTurf.
  • The brand offers state-of-the-art multi-sport and specialized synthetic turf systems with proprietary engineered technologies.