CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 13 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: Proposed FCC programs would fund hotspots and cybersecurity measures for libraries, schools As policymakers turn their eyes toward new ways to provide high-speed internet connectivity across the nation, the American Library Association (ALA) is at the forefront of advocacy to ensure public libraries and their communities benefit from new funding opportunities. Since mid-Janua  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 14 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association issued the following news release: The American Medical Association (AMA) presented Michael Osterholm, Ph.D., MPH, with the AMA Award for Outstanding Government Service. The director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) at the University of Minnesota, Osterholm is a renowned epidemiologist who warned for years that the United States was ill-prepared for a pandemic. He was appointed to  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 14 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: -Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures is excited to present the four-part webinar series "Creative Commons" March-April 2024. This webinar series is from Creative Commons, an international nonprofit organization that empowers people to grow and sustain the thriving commons of shared knowledge and culture we need to address the world's most pressing challenges and create a  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 14 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: The Discover Boating(r) Miami International Boat Show(r) - the world's premier boating event - kicks off today and runs through Sunday. Showcasing thousands of the newest and best in boats and marine innovations from leading manufacturers and brands, the annual Miami Boat Show is expected to draw tens of thousands of boating enthusiasts from around the world. Powe  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 14 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: Core and Baker & Taylor are accepting applications for the Christian (Chris) Larew Memorial Scholarship for those who plan to follow a career in library and information technology, demonstrate potential leadership, and hold a strong commitment to library automation. The winner will receive a $3,000 check to be used toward tuition for a MLS. The application form is open through  more