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Calif. Gov. Schwarzenegger Signs Bills to Guarantee CSU Admission to Community College Graduates
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- To increase access to the California State University (CSU) system, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today signed SB 1440 by Senator...
Calif. School Superintendents and Governor Brown Call for Action on Plan to Improve School Funding System
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Today, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. joined 20 local school superintendents from across California to call for action...
L.A. Mayor To Teachers: Let's Create A Contract That Puts Students First And Teachers At The Center Of Reform
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Mayor Villaraigosa delivered his sixth State of the City Address at Jefferson High School today, where he outlined...
The American Dream: 'Education for Everyone'
DIAMOND BAR, Calif. -- The mission to bring education to everyone across America took center stage last week at the Distance Education and Training Council workshop at the Brown Palace Hotel in Denver, Colorado. The public service announcement (PSA) entitled 'Think About It' was warmly received by over 100 schools in attendance. The 'Think About It' concept was developed by California Intercontinental University to bring awareness to the public.
California Civil Rights and Education Leaders Join Governor Brown in Final Push for More Equitable School Funding System
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today met with a broad coalition of business, civil rights and education leaders...
Meet Annual Hazardous Waste Training Mandates at Two Day Workshop
HOUSTON, Texas -- Lion Technology Inc., a nationally recognized regulatory compliance training firm, will present its two-day Hazardous/Toxic Waste Management workshop series during the month of July and August. The course is designed for compliance professionals who must be trained annually under the RCRA hazardous waste regulations. Workshops will be held in Little Rock, AR on August 9-10; Tulsa, OK on August 12-13; Houston, TX on August 18-19; and Dallas, TX on August 23-24, 2010.
Alameda Teacher Brings 3D Innovation to Classroom
ALAMEDA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Alameda Community Learning Center science facilitator Carlton Grizzle will bring cutting-edge learning experiences to students this year with the help of a new MakerBot 3D printer he was recently awarded by the manufacturer. Grizzle was one of 10 educators chosen from over 100 applicants to receive a MakerBot Cupcake CNC Deluxe Kit, a tool that will instantly make him one of the most innovative teachers in the world.
KnowledgeAdvisors Investigates Importance of Informal Learning in Organizations
CHICAGO, Ill. -- KnowledgeAdvisors, the world's largest provider of learning and talent measurement solutions, has announced it has released a brand new whitepaper focusing on informal learning measurement. The research conducted by KnowledgeAdvisors was based upon substantial data collected across diverse industries in an effort to gain a comprehensive representation of the present condition of informal learning.
Los Angeles Leaders and Calif. Gov. Brown Call for Action on Plan to Improve School Funding System and Restore Local Control
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Today, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today joined with education and business leaders and elected officials at...
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Approves California InterContinental University as Recognized University for Online Education
DIAMOND BAR, Calif. -- California InterContinental University (CalUniversity), a provider of distance education through online degrees, announced this week that the Veteran's Administration now recognizes this educational institution as a provider of higher education for active military personnel and veterans.
CalUniversity Celebrates National Safety and Harmony Month
DIAMOND BAR, Calif. -- California Intercontinental University (CalUniversity) CEO and Co-Chairman Dr. Shaan Kumar celebrated World Safety and Harmony Month by honoring Dr. Khalil BineBine with its 2010 Quality Service Excellence Award.
Georgia State University's Robinson College of Business Re-Engages Pathbuilders for 2010-11 IT Executive Mentoring Program
ATLANTA, Ga. -- For the second year, Pathbuilders will manage the Mentor of Excellence program for GSU's Executive Master's of Science, Managing Information Technology program. Through the mentoring overlay component of the MS MIT degree program, students benefit from real-life experiences and professional development through the insights of a mentor.
New Alameda Charter School Earns Top API Scores
ALAMEDA, Calif. -- The Nea Community Learning Center earned an API score of 839 following its first year in operation, making it among the top achieving schools in the Alameda Unified School District. Nea, which opened its doors in 2009 to offer innovative, community-based learning in a diverse environment, serves 346 learners in grades K-10.
PETAP.org – Online Education Enrollments Continue Steady Increase
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. -- According to a recent survey taken by the Department of Education, enrollment in online educational programs is still showing a substantial increase and is having a dramatic effect on education in general. The Department of Education statistics say that in 2007 12.2 million students were enrolled in online programs with an expected increase of up to 18 million by 2012.
Education Channel PETAP.org Offers Academic Counseling and Career Assessment Services
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. -- PETAP LLC offers information regarding academic counseling and career assessment services through PETAP.org. These services will assist students in planning their career, choosing a school or college, and preparing for their postsecondary education.
Ca. Gov. Schwarzenegger Announces Submission of Application for Up to $490 Million Recovery Act Funding for Schools
SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ -- In keeping with his commitment to protect education, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today signed and announced the submission of the state’s...
A New Earth Based On Old Texts? Researchers Compare Writings of Eckhart Tolle and Belzebuub
NORFOLK, Va. -- A research study addresses concerns about similarities between Eckhart Tolle's 'A New Earth' (2005) and Belzebuub's 'Searching Within' (2001) and 'The Journey to Enlightenment' (2002). Dr. Gabrielle Wood, who initiated the study, has published the results online today.
PETAP.org Announces Online and Distance Learning Educational Program Options
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. -- PETAP LLC offers certificate and degree training information for a variety of career fields, through the online schools and colleges directory. The online directory provides information regarding distance learning options, degrees, certificates, and other educational resources.
Research on Privatizing Enlightenment Released to the Public
NORFOLK, Va. -- The research article 'Privatizing Enlightenment in the Re-Emergence of Religion' and studies exploring similarities between writings of Eckhart Tolle (2005) and Belzebuub (2001, 2002) reveal new insights about contemporary spirituality. Author, Dr. Gabrielle Wood will release the research online starting today July 30.
PETAP LLC Presents the Release of Partners in Education and Tuition Assistance Programs (PETAP)
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. -- PETAP LLC presents PETAP.org, an organization that focuses on providing tuition assistance and higher education resources for students. With a national community focus PETAP partners with academic and corporate lending institutions. The objective of PETAP is to include financial and academic resources partnerships at national and local community levels to support and promote higher education.
PETAP.org Presents its Traditional Campus Based Schools, Colleges, and Universities Directory
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. -- PETAP LLC introduces its directory of traditional schools and colleges. Provided in the directory is a list of the top North American campus based colleges and universities available to students. Information regarding available certificate and degree programs including overviews about specific career fields are available as well.
