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UA Little Rock Launches Enduring Opportunity Scholarship Program with $7.5 Million Gift from Windgate Foundation

University of Arkansas at Little Rock — Fri, 02 May 2025 20:55:49 EST

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has launched a transformational new scholarship program with the support of a $7.5 million gift from the Windgate Foundation to advance its mission of providing access to an affordable, high-quality college education for all Arkansans. The Windgate Foundation's gift includes $5 million to establish a permanent endowed scholarship fund, creating a sustainable source of financial support for future students, and $2.5 million in immediate-use funds to support affordability initiatives over the next several years while the endowment grows.

AACN Commends the Introduction of the Nurse Corps Tax Parity Act and its Support for Nursing Students, Graduates, and Faculty

American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) — Fri, 02 May 2025 20:50:24 EST

AACN applauds the introduction of the Nurse Corps Tax Parity Act of 2025 (S.1548/H.R.3145) in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate. Unlike other federal programs, such as the National Health Service Corps, the Nurse Corps is subject to federal taxes. This bipartisan, bicameral bill would correct this imbalance by removing the tax requirement and ensuring consistency across programs.

Molding a Broader Outlook on Life

University of Northern Colorado — Fri, 02 May 2025 20:35:10 EST

Take a deeper look at three other exceptional graduates who forged different paths and obstacles to reach their goals.

MTSU's Public Health Week Highlights Diverse Career Paths, Addresses Current Issues

Middle Tennessee State University — Fri, 02 May 2025 20:30:20 EST

Middle Tennessee State University Public Health Program students spent the spring semester planning and producing the inaugural observance on campus of National Public Health Week.

Summit Examines Media's Role in Shaping Informed Citizenship and Democratic Resilience

University of Delaware — Thu, 01 May 2025 18:45:24 EST

Leading journalists, scholars, students and civic leaders from around the world will explore the evolving relationships between media and democracy at the SNF Ithaca x iMEdD Media and Democracy Summit, which takes place May 5-6 at the University of Delaware.

RPI Announces $10 Million Gift from Alumnus and Entrepreneur Ajit Prabhu

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) — Thu, 01 May 2025 18:10:21 EST

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) has received a $10 million gift from Ajit Prabhu '98, founder and CEO of Quest Global, to establish the Ajit Prabhu Catalyst Endowment and the Ajit Prabhu Catalyst Fund, both in support of the Office of Strategic Alliances and Translation (OSAT). Prabhu launched the fund, which will assist RPI student and faculty entrepreneurs.

A Journey of Resilience, Transformation and Purpose

University of Northern Colorado — Thu, 01 May 2025 17:40:22 EST

Take a deeper look at three other exceptional graduates who forged different paths and obstacles to reach their goals.

Drawing Out Her Own Master Plan

University of Northern Colorado — Thu, 01 May 2025 17:35:53 EST

Take a deeper look at three other exceptional graduates who forged different paths and obstacles to reach their goals.

Celebrating the Class of Spring 2025

University of Northern Colorado — Thu, 01 May 2025 17:25:02 EST

In May, the University of Northern Colorado will graduate approximately 1,500 students. The spring 2025 graduates come from 46 Colorado counties, 42 states and 16 countries. The graduates vary in age and have diverse interests and backgrounds, each forging a unique path and overcoming personal challenges to achieve their goals.

Storytelling with a Smile

University of Northern Colorado — Thu, 01 May 2025 12:00:46 EST

Take a deeper look at four other exceptional graduates who forged different paths and obstacles to reach their goals.

Research: To Ensure Fair Elections, Look at the Values That Shape Voting Maps

Binghamton University, State University of New York — Thu, 01 May 2025 10:55:05 EST

Researchers at Binghamton University, State University of New York have developed a nuanced approach to detecting partisan gerrymandering in U.S. congressional districts.

A Tribute to Global Holocaust Remembrance

University of Miami — Thu, 01 May 2025 10:40:16 EST

The Holocaust Memorial Monuments Database, an international project founded by scholars Haim Shaked, Vladimir Levin, and Samuel D. Gruber, has documented over 1,200 Holocaust memorials worldwide.

Rutgers Senior (and Gymnast) Sticks the Landing With a Job at Oracle

Rutgers University-New Brunswick — Thu, 01 May 2025 10:00:12 EST

Soon after Rutgers University-New Brunswick senior Amelia Khoo walks across the stage to claim her diploma, the gymnast will head to Seattle to launch her career at computer technology company Oracle Corp. Khoo said she was drawn to the university for its location and its major in information technology and informatics, a bachelor of arts program offered through the School of Communication and Information that is "pretty unique to Rutgers.

The LaundryCares Foundation and The Laundry Station to host Free Literacy and Laundry Day on May 14, 2025

LaundryCares Foundation — Thu, 01 May 2025 09:55:06 EST

The LaundryCares Foundation and The Laundry Station to host Free Literacy and Laundry Day on May 14, 2025

Experts Explain Ways to Safeguard Against AI-Enhanced Scams

Virginia Tech — Thu, 01 May 2025 09:25:34 EST

Scams enhanced by artificial intelligence (AI) have the potential to reach a new level of deception with the introduction of features such as ChatGPT 4o, that allow users to create convincing, photorealistic images, including fake documents, and realistic deepfake voices. A panel of Virginia Tech experts, including computer ethics educator Dan Dunlap, digital literacy educator Julia Feerrar, cybersecurity researcher Murat Kantarcioglu, and criminologist Katalin Parti, discussed the implications of this ever-advancing technology.

Google's Antitrust Hearing Could Reshape Big Tech, Expert Says

Virginia Tech — Thu, 01 May 2025 09:25:02 EST

A high-stakes showdown is underway in Washington and it could change the future of big tech. The U.S. Department of Justice is taking on Google in a three-week hearing that could force the company to spin off its Chrome web browser. According to Virginia Tech new media and communications technology expert James Ivory, the goal here is to rein in what the government believes, and what was ruled last summer to be, a monopoly over online search.

Good Karma for Me, Bad Karma for You

American Psychological Association (APA) — Thu, 01 May 2025 09:00:00 EST

Many people around the world believe in karma - that idea that divine justice will punish people who do bad deeds and reward those who good. But that belief plays out differently for oneself versus others, according to research published by the American Psychological Association.

STEM Students: Work Hard, but Don't Compare Yourself to Others

Ohio State University — Thu, 01 May 2025 08:05:01 EST

A new study shows how damaging it can be for college students in introductory STEM classes to compare how hard they work to the extent of effort put in by their peers. This focus on comparative effort was bad for both men and women in the class.

Majority of Americans Experience Some Form of Gun Violence in Person

Rutgers University-New Brunswick — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:45:00 EST

Rutgers researchers conduct a national study on racial disparities in direct and media-based exposure among U.S. adults

UA Little Rock Names John Talburt Inaugural Vision for the Future Endowed Professor

University of Arkansas at Little Rock — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:30:49 EST

Dr. John Talburt, a pioneer in computer science and information quality, has been named the inaugural recipient of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock's Vision for the Future Endowed Professorship in recognition of his decades of leadership, innovation, and student mentorship. Talburt, Acxiom chair of information quality, has been a key figure in the university's nationally recognized Information Quality Program. With more than 200 research publications, numerous grants, patents, and collaborations across national and global platforms, he has made a lasting impact on both the academic community and the careers of countless students.

Idaho and Trump Administration Sign Agreement to Support US Nuclear Energy Future

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:20:51 EST

Idaho and Trump Administration sign agreement to support US nuclear energy future

100 Days of Trump's Economy - University of Chicago Experts on Economic Impact of Tariffs, Funding Cuts, DOGE, and More

University of Chicago — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:15:28 EST

Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremonies, May 9-10

University of Northern Colorado — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:50:46 EST

Over 1,500 students are graduating from the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) on May 9 and 10, during the university's spring 2025 Commencement ceremonies.

Mud Pies for Some, Barriers for Others

University of South Australia — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:00:51 EST

When we think of nature play, we envision children swinging from trees, decorating mud pies with gum nuts, and delving through creek beds. But nature play must be more than this and needs to cater to children of all ages and capabilities, say researchers at the University of South Australia.

Social Workers Urged to Embed Aboriginal Cultural Practices in First Nations Communities

University of South Australia — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:00:34 EST

Social workers in First Nations communities need to incorporate Aboriginal ways of knowing, being and doing at the heart of their supervision practices on Country.That's the recommenda...

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UA Little Rock Launches Enduring Opportunity Scholarship Program with $7.5 Million Gift from Windgate Foundation

AACN Commends the Introduction of the Nurse Corps Tax Parity Act and its Support for Nursing Students, Graduates, and Faculty

Molding a Broader Outlook on Life

MTSU's Public Health Week Highlights Diverse Career Paths, Addresses Current Issues

Summit Examines Media's Role in Shaping Informed Citizenship and Democratic Resilience

RPI Announces $10 Million Gift from Alumnus and Entrepreneur Ajit Prabhu

A Journey of Resilience, Transformation and Purpose

Drawing Out Her Own Master Plan

Celebrating the Class of Spring 2025

Storytelling with a Smile

Research: To Ensure Fair Elections, Look at the Values That Shape Voting Maps

A Tribute to Global Holocaust Remembrance

Rutgers Senior (and Gymnast) Sticks the Landing With a Job at Oracle

The LaundryCares Foundation and The Laundry Station to host Free Literacy and Laundry Day on May 14, 2025

Experts Explain Ways to Safeguard Against AI-Enhanced Scams

Google's Antitrust Hearing Could Reshape Big Tech, Expert Says

Good Karma for Me, Bad Karma for You

STEM Students: Work Hard, but Don't Compare Yourself to Others

Majority of Americans Experience Some Form of Gun Violence in Person

UA Little Rock Names John Talburt Inaugural Vision for the Future Endowed Professor

Idaho and Trump Administration Sign Agreement to Support US Nuclear Energy Future

100 Days of Trump's Economy - University of Chicago Experts on Economic Impact of Tariffs, Funding Cuts, DOGE, and More

Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremonies, May 9-10

Mud Pies for Some, Barriers for Others

Social Workers Urged to Embed Aboriginal Cultural Practices in First Nations Communities

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