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Women to rule the workplace Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 10:09PMONE in every three workers will be a woman by 2020, and they will increasingly be in control of the workplace, a study has revealed.
Asian-American Designers Ascend the Fashion Ladder Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 10:01PMAt the New York Fashion Week that begins on Thursday, many promising new designers are of Asian descent, an important demographic shift on Seventh Avenue.
Asian-American Designers Ascend the Fashion Ladder Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 7:01PMAt the New York Fashion Week that begins on Thursday, many of the most promising new designers are of Asian descent, representing an important demographic shift on Seventh Avenue.
Back to school, teacher-style Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 3:36PMWhenever Denise Bunyard played school as child, she was always the teacher. Her childhood play carried over into an adult career.
Careers at the London Stock Exchange Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 8:15AMThe London Stock Exchange Group, which incorporates Borsa Italiana and London Stock Exchange, is Europe's leading exchange group in cash equities, fixed income and post trade services.
STOCKTON: Pupils will prepare for their future jobs Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 1:05AMSTOCKTON — The theme at Stockton Public School this year is “careers of the future.”
Ky. to get part of $330M in grants Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 12:48AMAlthough Kentucky failed to secure any big federal “Race to the Top” education grants, the state will share in awards to states aiming to improve student assessment and college readiness.
New roles for Saffell, Norman Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 12:13AMAS EMPLOYMENT trends continue to grow in both vocational and technical careers, students in the area have an option to fill those needs at two local facilities. The Belmont and Harrison Career Centers, located in .
Tech center concurrent credit courses jump Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 11:47PMJONESBORO — The number of courses offered for concurrent college credit to students at the NEA Career and Technical Center jumped this year, director Lisa Trotter said.
Career exploration at student's fingertips Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:27PM63 counselors from 53 school districts across Arkansas have been chosen to pilot this program. Greene County Tech Elementary is one of the schools chosen to use and evaluate the program.
S.C. to get grant for education testing overhaul Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:04PMSouth Carolina is part of two groups of states that are getting $330 million in federal grants over the next four years to develop a new generation of tests, according to a news release by the S.C. Department of Education.
S.C. part of two groups to get grant for testing overhaul Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 4:12PMSouth Carolina is part of two groups of states that are getting $330 million in federal grants over
Labor Day 2010: "The State of the American Worker" Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 2:46PMIt has become somewhat of a tradition for Labor Secretaries to use Labor Day to give a “State of the American Worker” report, if you will. Some have made remarks from podiums. Others have testified on Capitol Hill. Some have chosen to address think tanks, corporations, or labor unions. Those are all important forums. But as your Labor Secretary I have had the great opportunity to meet many of ...
ExxonMobil Foundation and The Harris Foundation Make National “Dream Tour” Stop in San Francisco Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 12:14PMSAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Former U.S. Astronaut Bernard Harris gave students and teachers in San Francisco a first-hand experience with the wonders of science, technology, engineering and mathematics when “The Dream Tour, presented by ExxonMobil” made its sixth stop of 2010 on September 3 speaking to 950 Marina Middle School students. The tour is designed to encourage today’s middle school ...
Little Rock's Mayor Touts City's Strong Points Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:48PMLittle Rock Mayor Mark Stodola is reminding citizens about some of the city's strong points in his monthly message. As has been reported in the news, the City of Little Rock’s general fund has had to be constrained this year due to declining sales tax receipts and franchise fees.
University of Colorado Helps NASA Decommission Satellite Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:11PMUniversity of Colorado at Boulder undergraduates, who have been helping to control five NASA satellites from campus, participated in the unusual decommissioning of a functioning satellite with a failed science payload in recent days, bringing the craft into Earth re-entry to burn up yesterday.The satellite, known as the Ice, Cloud and Land Elevation Satellite, or ICESat, orbited Earth for seven ...
Journalism schools take stand against media tribunal Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:53PMJournalism schools on Monday added their voices to criticism of the proposed media appeals tribunal and the Protection of Information Bill.
Mayor Stodola's glass: Half full Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:39PMI gather Mayor Mark Stodola thinks our report on his first term as "strong mayor" wasn't sufficiently worshipful. He particularly objects to failure to include favorable mentions of Little Rock in various national ratings (some with tenuous connections at best to city leadership and some, such as cheap prices, that are counter-indicative of growth and prosperity). So read on for his upbeat ...
TechAmerica spent $350,000 to lobby federal government in second quarter Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:30PMWASHINGTON - The Technology Association of America spent $350,000 in the second quarter to lobby the government on federal spending on information technology and cybersecurity services, among other issues, according to a quarterly disclosure report.
AZ health care industry expected to boom Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 11:43AMAmidst fears of a double-dip recession one industry in particular is expected to grow, making room for new jobs.
Education Officials Explain How State Will Spend Race to the Top Dollars Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 7:05PMOn the heels of Tuesday's announcement that New York receive $700 million in Race to the Top Funds, WNYC's Beth Fertig spoke with State Education Commissioner David Steiner and Board of Regents Chancellor Merryl Tisch about how the funds will be used. WNYC: This money is not supposed to be plugging the gap that we hear about in the state’s education expenses. STEINER: That’s correct. This ...
LAWRENCE: Grant equips 6th graders with notebook computers Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:28PMLAWRENCE -- When the Lawrence Township public schools open next week, Lawrence Intermediate School sixth-graders will be packing a little more in their backpacks than the usual pencils, notebooks and erasers.
Marilla Cub Scouts Hold Family Picnic Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 5:42PMCub Scout Pack 290 of Marilla held its annual family picnic at the Marilla Town Park on Aug. 15. The event has turned into a highlight of the summer for many Cub Scout families. Every year the picnic seems to grow in popularity as more games and activities are added. This year, the boys and their families gathered at the shelter for an afternoon of fishing, visiting and playing games.
Local Author Releases New Children's Book Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 5:42PMRhymes, stories and ideas—they have come to Eileen Hannah at different times and in different ways. Sometimes there's a small passage that leads to a larger project as she is going to the grocery store, or there are moments when she needs some inspiration for a novel and finds it while stirring a pot of soup.
Wales Prepares to License Dogs Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 5:42PMThe Town of Wales is about to get into the business of licensing dogs full time, thanks to a proposal now before the state legislature that will remove the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets from its previous oversight responsibilities. The action is seen as a cost-savings gesture by Albany in an attempt to get its spiraling debt and deficit under control. The move making dog ...
Marilla Payment to Fire Company Draws Scrutiny Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 5:41PMA New York State audit of the Town of Marilla's internal controls on finances found that the town had several problems with documenting vouchers and bidding for services during the last two years. The report also cited the town for an improper payment to the Marilla Fire Company.
Friends Share a Love for Painting Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 5:41PMThe Community Room of the Aurora Town Public Library is currently home to an exhibition of watercolor paintings by two longtime East Aurorans. Phyllis Gardner and Barbara Booi are not just fellow artists, they’re good friends and, in recent years, teacher and student.
Marilla Board OKs Repairs to Roof Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 5:41PMIn a quick Aug. 12 meeting, Marilla Town Board members approved several measures to repair the roofs of the salt storage building and the cold storage building.
State Comptroller Blasts Wales Budget Practices Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 6:57AMNew York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli recently released a report on the Town of Wales’ budgeting practices and sharply criticized town leaders for “consistently” taking in more property tax revenue than was necessary in order to keep the town financially afloat. The report, which follows an audit by the comptroller’s office, concludes that “…the vast majority of the real property taxes ...
Driver in Marilla is First Awakened, Then Arrested Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 6:57AMA 30-year old Town of Marilla woman was arrested for driving while intoxicated after being discovered passed out behind the wheel of her vehicle the evening of Sun., Aug. 15.
Pet Connection Teams Up with WHTT at Erie County Fair Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 6:57AMPet Connection Programs, Inc. is teaming up with 104.1 WHTT-FM at the Erie County Fair in Hamburg. From now through Aug. 22, volunteers from the nonprofit animal shelter will be at the WHTT van and gazebo located directly behind the new casino. The volunteers will sell pet totes filled with treats and toys for dogs and cats. All proceeds will benefit the shelter and animals in need of urgent ...
Representatives From Futures and Options to Ring The NASDAQ Stock Market Closing Bell Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 11:00AMADVISORY -- What:
What Is It About 20-Somethings? Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 8:28AMThey move back in with their parents. The delay beginning career paths. They put off commitments. Maybe they are revealing a new life stage.
Nelson FFA groups to be recognized at convention Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 8:20AMThe FFA invited the members to the 83rd national convention in Indianapolis Oct. 20-23, where they will be recognized. The program is sponsored by Ford Motor Co.
Student helps fill school supply gap Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 5:30AMA young man with a desire to help those in need exceeded expectations with a recent school supply drive.
Three Scouts Earn Eagle Rank Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 5:26AMBoy Scout Troop 290 of Marilla has announced that three of its members have earned the rank of Eagle Scout. Christopher Waver, Timothy Mather and Kevin Ingraham have all achieved scouting’s highest honor.
First Test Of Sign Language By Cell Phone Performed By Deaf, Hard-Of-Hearing Students Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 5:20AMUniversity of Washington engineers are developing the first device able to transmit American Sign Language over U.S. cellular networks. The tool is just completing its initial field test by participants in a UW summer program for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. "This is the first study of how deaf people in the United States use mobile video phones," said project leader Eve Riskin, a UW ...
Chamber of Commerce planning for live auction Sept. 11 Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 5:11AMBolivar Area Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its biggest fundraiser of the year — the live auction at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, on the Bolivar square. The annual event is part of the Polk County Picnic.
District 5 Montgomery school board candidate seeks to open school system books Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 3:44AMBoard of Education candidate Louis Wilen follows the money at Montgomery County Public Schools, but he doesn't believe it should be difficult to do so.
Education Corporation of America Names Jason Mann Vice President of Marketing Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 11:39AMBIRMINGHAM, AL--(Marketwire - August 17, 2010) - Education Corporation of America, a leading owner and operator of private higher education institutions in the United States, today announced the promotion of Jason Mann to the position of vice president of marketing. Mann will lead the marketing efforts of all ECA brands -- Virginia College, Golf Academy of America, Culinard, the Culinary ...
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Education Corporation of America Names Jason Mann Vice President of Marketing Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 11:26AMBIRMINGHAM, AL--(Marketwire - 08/17/10) - Education Corporation of America, a leading owner and operator of private higher education institutions in the United States, today announced the promotion of Jason Mann to the position of vice president of marketing. Mann will lead the marketing efforts of all ECA brands -- Virginia College, Golf Academy of America, Culinard, the Culinary Institute of ...
Over 200,000 Young Minds Pledged in Time Warner Cable’s Connect a Million Minds Initiative to Inspire Today’s Youth Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 10:14AMNEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Time Warner Cable (NYSE: TWC) today announced that its philanthropic program Connect a Million Minds (CAMM) has reached over 200,000 pledges in connecting kids with afterschool science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programs in their communities. CAMM works to increase awareness about the importance of education and careers in these four areas and to provide ...
Students Test Sign Language By Cellphone Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 10:11AMUniversity of Washington engineers are developing the first device able to transmit American Sign Language over U.S. cellular networks. The tool is just completing its initial field test by participants in a UW summer program for deaf and hard-of-hearing students."This is the first study of how deaf people in the United States use mobile video phones," said project leader Eve Riskin, a ...
Over 200,000 Young Minds Pledged in Time Warner Cable's Connect a Million Minds Initiative to Inspire Today's Youth Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 10:06AMNEW YORK----Time Warner Cable today announced that its philanthropic program Connect a Million Minds has reached over 200,000 pledges in connecting kids with afterschool science, technology, engineering and math programs in their communities.
North Bergen star, four others to be inducted to Stevens sports Hall of Fame Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 9:27AMJersey Journal file photoFive former stars, including Aracely Cruz of North Bergen, will be inducted into the Stevens Athletics Hall of Fame next month.Aracely Cruz of North Bergen, a standout in basketball and tennis, and four others will be enshrined...
Biz bits Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 9:11PMMyrna Overstreet has been named to a second term as president of the Everett Symphony board of directors. Overstreet has served on the boards of nonprofit organizations such as Campfire and Imagine Children's Museum.
Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing Students Do First Test of Sign Language by Cell Phone Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 4:42PMUniversity of Washington engineers are developing the first device able to transmit American Sign Language over U.S. cellular networks. The tool is just completing its initial field test by participants in a UW summer program for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
Deaf, hard-of-hearing students perform first test of sign language by cell phone Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 4:15PMEngineers are developing the first device able to transmit American Sign Language over US cellular networks. The tool is just completing its initial field test by participants in a summer program for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
AIA Issues 2010 CAE Educational Facility Design Awards Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 3:41PMEight projects honored for excellence in planning and design.