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CENIC Recognizes UC San Diego’s ALERTCalifornia, CAL FIRE, and DigitalPath for Creating AI Tool for Wildfire Detection

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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The collaborative public-private partnership has been essential for building, training, and launching a new AI tool The CENIC Innovations in Networking Awards recognize exemplary people, projects, and organizations that leverage high-bandwidth networking.

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  • The collaborative public-private partnership has been essential for building, training, and launching a new AI tool The CENIC Innovations in Networking Awards recognize exemplary people, projects, and organizations that leverage high-bandwidth networking.
  • “ALERTCalifornia, CAL FIRE, and DigitalPath are very proud to be the recipients of the 2024 CENIC award in recognition of network innovations for public safety.
  • If the incident is vetted and confirmed by trained emergency staff, firefighters respond quickly to extinguish the fire.
  • Prediction, preparation, mitigation, and response to floods, landslides, and other natural disasters can also benefit from artificial intelligence and monitoring.

American Council of Learned Societies Names 15 Scholars to Participate in 2024 Summer Institute for the Study of East Central and Southeastern Europe

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Friday, April 5, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS), in partnership with the Centre for Advanced Study Sofia (CAS), is pleased to name 15 participants for the 2024 Summer Institute for the Study of East Central and Southeastern Europe (SISECSE). ACLS will convene these leading scholars from Eastern Europe and North America for a two-week residency hosted by the American University in Bulgaria from June 13-29, 2024 in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria.

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  • NEW YORK, April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS), in partnership with the Centre for Advanced Study Sofia (CAS), is pleased to name 15 participants for the 2024 Summer Institute for the Study of East Central and Southeastern Europe (SISECSE).
  • ACLS will convene these leading scholars from Eastern Europe and North America for a two-week residency hosted by the American University in Bulgaria from June 13-29, 2024 in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria.
  • SISECSE will provide the scholars with dedicated time for their own research and writing in a collaborative and interdisciplinary setting.
  • The 2024 scholars represent a diverse range of institutions across Eastern Europe and the United States, including Central European University, H.S.

Georgia Power highlights training programs and career opportunities during Lineworker Appreciation Month

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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ATLANTA, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- April is designated nationally as Lineworker Appreciation Month – a time to recognize and celebrate the thousands of lineworkers who work around the clock to keep the lights on for electric customers. This month, Georgia Power is highlighting the successful, forward-thinking collaboration between the company and Georgia's technical colleges to recruit, train and employ the next generation of this critical workforce.

Key Points: 
  • This month, Georgia Power is highlighting the successful, forward-thinking collaboration between the company and Georgia's technical colleges to recruit, train and employ the next generation of this critical workforce.
  • In fact, Georgia Power expects to hire around 170 lineworkers annually over the next 3-5 years to continue serving the state.
  • Tami Barron is senior vice president of Distribution for Georgia Power and has worked with the Southern Company system for decades.
  • More than 60 percent of new Georgia Power lineworkers come from technical schools with Electrical Lineworker Apprentice Certification (ELAC) programs.

Services PMI® at 51.4%; March 2024 Services ISM® Report On Business®

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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TEMPE, Ariz., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Economic activity in the services sector expanded in March for the 15th consecutive month as the Services PMI® registered 51.4 percent, say the nation's purchasing and supply executives in the latest Services ISM® Report On Business®. The sector has grown in 45 of the last 46 months, with the lone contraction in December 2022.

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  • TEMPE, Ariz., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Economic activity in the services sector expanded in March for the 15th consecutive month as the Services PMI® registered 51.4 percent, say the nation's purchasing and supply executives in the latest Services ISM® Report On Business®.
  • The Business Activity Index registered 57.4 percent in March, which is 0.2 percentage point higher than the 57.2 percent recorded in February.
  • "The Supplier Deliveries Index registered 45.4 percent, 3.5 percentage points lower than the 48.9 percent recorded in February.
  • The 12 services industries reporting growth in March — listed in order — are: Accommodation & Food Services; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting; Educational Services; Construction; Management of Companies & Support Services; Utilities; Retail Trade; Wholesale Trade; Other Services; Finance & Insurance; and Health Care & Social Assistance.

Triadex Services Partners with National Forest Foundation to Plant 10,000 Trees in Environmental Offset Initiative

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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TAMPA, Fla., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Triadex Services, a premier provider of data-driven, hyperlocal marketing solutions, proudly announces its partnership with the National Forest Foundation (NFF) as a corporate partner, pledging in 2024 to plant 10,000 trees as part of its Environmental Offset Program. This initiative reflects Triadex Services' and its customers' dedication to environmental sustainability and its ongoing commitment to making a positive impact in communities across the United States.

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  • Triadex Services Pledges to Plant 10,000 Trees with NFF, Enhancing Eco-Sustainability
    TAMPA, Fla., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Triadex Services, a premier provider of data-driven, hyperlocal marketing solutions, proudly announces its partnership with the National Forest Foundation (NFF) as a corporate partner, pledging in 2024 to plant 10,000 trees as part of its Environmental Offset Program.
  • "Our partnership with the National Forest Foundation underscores our commitment to environmental sustainability through the planting of 10,000 trees," said Greg Mesaros, CEO at Triadex.
  • Through partnerships with organizations like the National Forest Foundation, Triadex Services is proud to be at the forefront of environmental stewardship in the marketing industry.
  • For more information about Triadex Services' Environmental Offset Program, visit https://www.triadexservices.com/about-triadex/triadex-cares/ .

Mason, Bruce & Girard Switches to Unanet ERP AE

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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DULLES, Va., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Unanet, the leading provider of project-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) and customer relationship management (CRM) for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry, today announced that Mason, Bruce & Girard (MB&G), a Pacific Northwest-based firm focused on natural resource management for clients across the country, has switched to Unanet ERP AE to streamline its invoicing process and provide a more manageable way to gain sharper insight into its operations within and across offices.

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  • Founded in 1921, MB&G focuses on forestry, environmental, and geospatial services, with headquarters in Portland and offices and employees throughout the United States.
  • Amid plans for continued expansion, firm decision-makers concluded that they needed a fresh start with their ERP software.
  • Rather than let the legacy provider of that software steer MB&G into another of its ERP products, the firm instead opted for Unanet ERP AE, deeming it a superior solution for a growing natural resources firm, from a superior software partner.
  • To learn more about Unanet CRM and ERP AE, please visit https://unanet.com/crm-aec and https://unanet.com/erp-for-a-e/erp-for-a-e-overview/ .

Forest Service Awards American Forests $12M to Support Resilient Reforestation for Underserved Communities

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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PINE BLUFF, Ariz., March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The USDA Forest Service has awarded American Forests $12 million to help tribes and underserved communities access financial and technical support for resilient reforestation.

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  • PINE BLUFF, Ariz., March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The USDA Forest Service has awarded American Forests $12 million to help tribes and underserved communities access financial and technical support for resilient reforestation.
  • Over the next three years, American Forests will collaborate with the Forest Service and numerous partners to make resilient reforestation more affordable and accessible for underserved landowners, including federally recognized tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations.
  • Through the award, American Forests and partnering organizations will help forest owners participate in emerging private markets for resilient reforestation.
  • Funded by the Inflation Reduction Act, the program is investing $145 million in organizations that support underserved and small-acreage forest owners.

Gale Primary Sources Release Four New Archives Devoted to Contributions from Underrecognized Communities

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gale, part of Cengage Group, is continuing its support of academic initiatives in diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) with the release of four new archives on the Gale Primary Sources (GPS) platform. These archives unlock perspectives on interdisciplinary subjects, including the histories of LGBTQ+ communities in North America, the treatment of disabilities in society, refugeeism and relief work during the Cold War period and the environmental impact of colonial policies in Africa and Asia – all topics that represent some of the fastest-growing areas of research and teaching. Making accessible the often unheard voices of those who lived it, these unique collections enable researchers and students to break past barriers, gain new insights and make key connections between past events and their influence on the world we live in today.

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  • These new archives drive exploration of different perspectives by connecting researchers and students to primary sources that create a culture of discovery and understanding."
  • These new archives are available on the Gale Primary Sources platform, enabling cross-archival searching to help users make new connections across topics.
  • This allows researchers to apply natural language processing tools across thousands of documents from Gale Primary Sources and perform a variety of textual analyses.
  • For more information or to request a trial, visit the Gale Primary Sources web page .

Dr. Melissa Ivers Launches Prestigious Scholarship Recognizing Triumph Over Adversity

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Melissa Ivers is thrilled to announce the establishment of the highly anticipated Dr. Melissa Ivers Scholarship for Overcoming Adversity.

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  • ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Melissa Ivers is thrilled to announce the establishment of the highly anticipated Dr. Melissa Ivers Scholarship for Overcoming Adversity.
  • Open to applicants nationwide, the Dr. Melissa Ivers Scholarship seeks to celebrate the remarkable journeys of individuals from all walks of life who have overcome adversity with courage and determination.
  • Through the Dr. Melissa Ivers Scholarship, she aims to provide a platform for individuals to share their stories of triumph and inspire others facing similar obstacles.
  • For more information about the Dr. Melissa Ivers Scholarship for Overcoming Adversity and how to apply, please visit https://drmelissaiversscholarship.com/ or email [email protected] .

Western National Parks Association Announces Winners of Research Grants and Ernest Quintana and Marty Sterkel Education Scholarship

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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TUCSON, Ariz., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On February 15, 2024, Western National Parks Association (WNPA) announced the three winners of the Ernest Quintana and Marty Sterkel Education Scholarship: Kelsey Carlson, Paola Hinojosa and Carla Navarrete.

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  • TUCSON, Ariz., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On February 15, 2024, Western National Parks Association (WNPA) announced the three winners of the Ernest Quintana and Marty Sterkel Education Scholarship: Kelsey Carlson, Paola Hinojosa and Carla Navarrete.
  • "We congratulate all grant and scholarship recipients as we recognize their passion and commitment to national parks."
  • "A glance at the diversity of awarded projects provides a sense of excitement about our future in our Western national parks."
  • For more information about research funded by Western National Parks Association and the organization's commitment to preserving and protecting national parks, visit wnpa.org/wnpa-research/ .