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Eyes On Learning, ASU's College of Health Solutions, and Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust Illuminate Pediatric Eye Care Crisis in Arizona

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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New report--Closing the Gap in Pediatric Eye Care: A Network Adequacy Study--discusses the critical nature of children's vision health and the coordination of services needed for equitable access to eye care. (Graphic: Business Wire)

Key Points: 
  • This illuminating study, led by esteemed ASU Professors Dr. Swapna Reddy and Dr. Rizwana Biviji , identifies critical challenges facing children's eye care services in Arizona.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231025004923/en/
    New report--Closing the Gap in Pediatric Eye Care: A Network Adequacy Study--discusses the critical nature of children's vision health and the coordination of services needed for equitable access to eye care.
  • (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Insurance Limitations: Shockingly, 74% of eye care practices in Arizona do not serve children covered by AHCCCS, the state's Medicaid insurance plan.
  • "Our mission is to ensure every child in Arizona has access to quality eye care.

American Council of Learned Societies Now Accepting Applications for AVDF/ACLS Fellowships for Research on the Liberal Arts

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Council of Learned Societies invites applications for the AVDF/ACLS Fellowships for Research on the Liberal Arts, made possible by a generous grant from the Arthur Vining Davis Foundations. This peer-reviewed program provides funding and data training for up to five scholarly projects that draw upon the newly available College and Beyond II (CBII) database.

Key Points: 
  • Project proposals from empirical social scientists, humanists, and researchers working outside the arts and sciences, and researchers working outside the academy are welcome.
  • Proposals should be suited to the methods of research that the CBII dataset can support.
  • Sign up to stay updated on AVDF/ACLS Fellowships for Research on the Liberal Arts.
  • Formed a century ago, the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is a nonprofit federation of 80 scholarly organizations.

Health Gorilla to Debut New Data Access Solutions at HLTH 2023

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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Step into the thrilling world of health data exchange with Health Gorilla's exciting new game show with contestants from HealthLeaders, HIT Like a Girl, and Healthcare IT Today!

Key Points: 
  • Step into the thrilling world of health data exchange with Health Gorilla's exciting new game show with contestants from HealthLeaders, HIT Like a Girl, and Healthcare IT Today!
  • Join us for an insightful session dedicated to the intricacies of data quality and management with representatives from Health Gorilla, Clinical Architecture, and ASU College of Health Solutions.
  • The InteropTalk crew from Health Gorilla, Invitae, and Milliman IntelliScript will be live at the Health Gorilla booth talking about hot topics in the interoperability space, such as TEFCA, patient access, information blocking rules, regulations, and more!
  • For more information about Health Gorilla’s HLTH activities or to request a meeting with an interoperability expert, click here .

Health Gorilla’s Patient Privacy Report Reveals Distrust of Health Data Sharing in Light of Data Breaches and Expanded Access

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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The study found that patients are uncomfortable sharing their health data for many emerging use cases, and patients are concerned about Big Tech’s role in storing health information.

Key Points: 
  • The study found that patients are uncomfortable sharing their health data for many emerging use cases, and patients are concerned about Big Tech’s role in storing health information.
  • As more healthcare organizations participate in national interoperability, the cost, complexity, and technical burden of accessing comprehensive health data has fallen significantly.
  • The State of Patient Privacy report surveyed 1,213 patients in the United States who received medical care between May 2022 and May 2023.
  • 54% of patients said they are worried about security and privacy protections offered by vendors that handle their health data.

American Council of Learned Societies Awarded $355,000 Arthur Vining Davis Foundations Grant for New Program Researching Value of Liberal Arts Education

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Friday, June 30, 2023
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NEW YORK , June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) has been awarded a $355,000 grant from the Arthur Vining Davis Foundations (AVDF). The grant will support a new program, the AVDF/ACLS Fellowships for Research on the Liberal Arts, which will provide funding and data training to up to five scholarly projects on the impact of liberal arts education using the College and Beyond II (CBII) database.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK , June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) has been awarded a $355,000 grant from the Arthur Vining Davis Foundations (AVDF).
  • AVDF/ACLS Fellowships for Research on the Liberal Arts will support research on the impact of liberal arts education.
  • Formed a century ago, the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is a nonprofit federation of 80 scholarly organizations.
  • The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations were organized in 1952 and are supported by two trusts established by Mr. Arthur Vining Davis.

VANGUARD UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCES THE NAMING OF THE PATTY ARVIELO SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT IN HONOR OF LATINA SELF-MADE ENTREPRENEUR AND CEO/CO-FOUNDER OF NEW AMERICAN FUNDING

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Thursday, April 20, 2023
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COSTA MESA, Calif., April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As an Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and leader in broadening impact and expanding opportunities for first-generation students, Vanguard University (VU) announces the naming of the Patty Arvielo School of Business and Management, adding the latest phase to its recent academic restructuring into multiple Schools and a College of the Arts and Sciences. The Arvielos have partnered with Vanguard's vision in sponsoring the largest academic donation in the university's 103-year history.

Key Points: 
  • "I've never been so surprised in my life," said Patty Arvielo, teary-eyed after the reveal.
  • At the surprise announcement, third-year VU business student Kaitlyn Velazquez also shared what the Arvielo's recognition personally means to her.
  • The establishment of the Patty Arvielo School of Business and Management comes as the business program celebrates its 50th anniversary.
  • The Patty Arvielo School of Business will house the accounting, business administration and marketing programs, and will launch officially in Fall 2024.

ACUE Launches National Credential to Deepen Student Belonging through Campus-Wide Equity and Inclusion Efforts

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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NEW YORK, Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) today launched a new microcredential, Fostering a Culture of Belonging (FCB), designed to equip every instructor and staff member—from administrative leaders to admissions counselors, HR professionals, advisors, campus safety officers, and more—with actionable strategies they can implement to contribute to whole-campus diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts.

Key Points: 
  • This offering is rooted in the diversity, equity, and inclusion research and can help any higher education institution ensure their students and colleagues feel seen, heard, and valued," said Penny MacCormack, ACUE chief academic officer.
  • Our newest offering recognizes that every member of a campus community plays a critical role in deepening students' sense of belonging.
  • "Accelerating student success and equity takes more than a great class; it requires a whole campus committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment.
  • About ACUE: The Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) is on a mission to accelerate student success, belonging, and equity through quality instruction.

Arizona State University Launches Evidence Commons, the Only Comprehensive Repository of COVID-19 Tests and Testing Practices Publications

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Monday, September 19, 2022
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PHOENIX, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Arizona State University (ASU) College of Health Solutions with support from The Rockefeller Foundation, has launched Evidence Commons, the first and only comprehensive repository of published COVID-19 research focused on diagnostic tests and testing practices. With more than 3,000 published papers, Evidence Commons provides access to the diagnostic-related research critical to enhanced scientific collaboration and pandemic mitigation and prevention. Evidence Commons was developed as part of the ASU COVID-19 Diagnostics Commons, a comprehensive educational website focused on COVID-related testing information. 

Key Points: 
  • PHOENIX, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Arizona State University (ASU) College of Health Solutions with support from The Rockefeller Foundation, has launched Evidence Commons , the first and only comprehensive repository of published COVID-19 research focused on diagnostic tests and testing practices.
  • Evidence Commons was developed as part of the ASU COVID-19 Diagnostics Commons, a comprehensive educational website focused on COVID-related testing information.
  • Now, for the first time, anyone interested in data about COVID-19 tests can easily access thousands of publications on tests and testing protocols all in one place.
  • The Evidence Commons dashboard makes tests searchable using criteria such as test technology, sample type, test location, and study population.

ASU's School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership teams with Sandra Day O'Connor Institute to honor Civics Celebration Day in September

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Friday, September 9, 2022
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TEMPE, Ariz., Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership at Arizona State University (SCETL) has partnered with the Sandra Day O'Connor Institute for American Democracy to celebrate Constitution Day (September 17, 2022) and the newly established Sandra Day O'Connor Civic Celebration Day, which will be observed on September 26 this year.

Key Points: 
  • School districts and charter schools across Arizona are encouraged to use a wide range of engaging activities to teach students about civics.
  • "We are proud to partner with the Sandra Day O'Connor Institute for American Democracy to empower teachers, students, and Arizona citizens with civic education content," said Dr. Paul Carrese, founding director of the school.
  • The Sandra Day O'Connor Institute for American Democracy was founded by retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor.
  • The Center for Political Thought and Leadership at Arizona State University (CPTL) is part of the School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership at ASU.

Jackson State University Unveils Bob Owens Pre-Law Center

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Wednesday, May 25, 2022
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We're just so thankful it culminated in this moment where we can have the Bob Owens Pre-Law Center that we needed when we were students here."

Key Points: 
  • We're just so thankful it culminated in this moment where we can have the Bob Owens Pre-Law Center that we needed when we were students here."
  • In keeping with the university's strategic plan to foster student success through student-centered programs, the Bob Owens Pre-Law Center's premiere program will be the Bob Owens Pre-Law Academy.
  • "We envision Jackson State as a major pipeline for law schools around the country, for this to be accomplished we'll need each of you to be ambassadors for JSU and the Bob Owens Center," expressed Owens.
  • After graduating from Jackson State University, Owens earned his juris doctor degree from Florida State University College of Law.