Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Virginia
A Victory for IDSA's Workforce Advocacy: NIAID Announces Significant Payline Increases
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- The Infectious Diseases Society of America issued the following news release:
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases has taken a major step to support the infectious diseases workforce by increasing interim paylines, or funding cutoff points, for research grants for fiscal year 2025. In a Dec. 17, 2024, update, NIAID increased paylines for all fellowship award (F) grant types. Notably, paylines for Mentored Research Scientist Career De
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A WVWC alum's unique experience as a flight nurse
BUCKHANNON, West Virginia, Jan. 10 -- West Virginia Wesleyan College issued the following news:
Mary Belt '13 pivoted her nursing career to the skies and has spent the last four years as a part-time flight nurse for HealthNet Aeromedical Services.
HealthNet has eight aeromedical bases in West Virginia Morgantown, Millwood, Huntington, Beckley, Buckhannon, Martinsburg, Lewisburg, and Moundsville. Healthnet's headquarters is located in Charleston, West Virginia.
Belt was introduced to the fli
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AASA Issues Statement on Passage of Social Security Fairness Act
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 9 [Category: Education] -- AASA, The School Superintendents Association, issued the following news release:
Alexandria, Va. - January 9, 2025 - AASA applauds Congress for the passage of the Social Security Fairness Act (SSFA) which was signed by President Biden on January 6.
This legislation reversed longstanding, unfair provisions that impacted our nation's public servants by reducing their ability to receive the Social Security benefits that they worked for. SSFA
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ACTE Announces Board of Directors 2025 Election Results
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 11 -- The Association for Career and Technical Education issued the following news release:
The Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) is pleased to announce the results of the recent election for several spots on its Board of Directors. The election was open to ACTE's membership of roughly 28,000 educators, administrators and other CTE professionals. The following members were elected:
Brandon Russell, President-Elect
Brandon Russell is a Director o
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AFP-NH Praises Governor Ayotte's Inaugural Address
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 10 -- Americans for Prosperity issued the following news release on Jan. 9, 2025:
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Grassroots Group Signals Support for Incoming Governor's Education Agenda
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Manchester, New Hampshire--Today Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) praised Governor Kelly Ayotte's inaugural address, particularly her commitment to expanding education freedom.
AFP-NH Deputy State Director Sarah Scott issued the following statement after Governor Ayotte gave her inaugu
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Americans for Prosperity - Georgia Releases New Video: 'Food Truck Freedom: How Georgia Made Business Easier for Small Entrepreneurs'
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 10 -- Americans for Prosperity issued the following news release:
Atlanta, GA - Americans for Prosperity-Georgia (AFP-GA) released the video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVRlm_xX36E) titled "Food Truck Freedom: How Georgia Made Business Easier for Small Entrepreneurs." The compelling video highlights AFP's work with Georgia food truck owners to cut down overbearing rules and regulations and ultimately helping to pass House Bill 1443 in 2022.
Under the previous rul
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Appalachian Voices: West Virginia DEP Suspends Bluestone Coal's Mining Permit for Poca Surface Mine
BOONE, North Carolina, Jan. 11 -- Appalachian Voices issued the following news release:
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection has suspended the mining permit for Bluestone Coal Corporation's Poca surface mine in Wyoming County. The nearly 600-acre mountaintop removal coal mine is operated by the family of West Virginia Sen. Jim Justice. The move falls short of a December directive from the federal Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement calli
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Army Chief Speaks at AUSA Coffee Series
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 10 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army issued the following news:
Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George will speak Jan. 29 as part of the Association of the U.S. Army's Coffee Series.
The event will take place at AUSA headquarters in Arlington, Virginia. The event opens at 6:30 a.m. with registration, coffee and networking. The program is scheduled to begin at 7:15 a.m.
For more information or to register, click here.
George was sworn in
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As Congress Kicks off, the Fight for Pro-Trucking Policies is on
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 9 [Category: Transportation] -- The American Trucking Associations issued the following news release:
The 119th Congress has officially kicked off, creating a clean legislative slate for new and returning Senators and Representatives.
Over the next two years, lawmakers are expected to tackle key challenges ranging from taxes and tariffs to energy, environment, labor, and infrastructure. The Senate will also need to move swiftly to fulfill its constitutional advise and
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CECU and TechForce Foundation Collaborate to Empower the Workforce of Tomorrow
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 10 -- Career Education Colleges and Universities issued the following news release:
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This strategic collaboration aims to support more students pursuing careers in the trades, highlighting the resources available to help them become the next generation of skilled professionals.
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Phoenix, Ariz. and Arlington, Va. -- TechForce Foundation (TechForce) and Career Education Colleges and Universities (CECU) have entered a strategic collaboration to empower the ne
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Chamber of Progress: Tech Industry's Success Fuels California Budget Surplus
MCLEAN, Virginia, Jan. 11 -- Chamber of Progress, a center-left tech industry policy coalition promoting a progressive future, issued the following news on Jan. 10, 2025:
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Personal income growth is 50 percent higher than projected thanks to healthy tech sector, per Governor's report
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California's Department of Finance announced today that California achieved a budget surplus of $16.5 billion, reversing one of the state's largest-ever deficits. The upturn was due in part to an expl
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Construction Sector Adds 8,000 Jobs In December As Industry Employment And Wage Gains Outpace Growth Rates For The Overall Economy In 2024
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 10 [Category: Construction] -- Associated General Contractors of America issued the following news release:
Association Survey Finds Most Contractors Expect to Increase Headcount in 2025 amid Optimism about Expanding Opportunities for Nearly All Project Types But are Worried about Workforce and Tariffs
Construction sector employment increased by 8,000 positions in December as the industry's headcount and wages in 2024 both rose faster than in the broader economy, acco
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CTA Gives Back to Nevada - $125K Supports Sustainability Efforts
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 6 [Category: Electronic Products] -- The Consumer Technology Association issued the following news release:
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)(r) announces the recipients of its CES(r) 2025 Green Grants program, funding $125,000 to three Nevada organizations focused on sustainability. The 2025 program recognizes a statewide tree planting program, a food rescue program, and a solar charging project.
For over a decade, CTA has contributed more than $900,000 in g
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Global Temperatures Reached New Highs, Surpassing 1.5degC Warming Threshold
MERRIFIELD, Virginia, Jan. 11 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation issued the following news release:
A new report confirms that 2024 was the hottest year recorded in human history, underscoring the rapid pace of the worsening climate crisis. According to the report, released by NASA and NOAA, for the first time, temperatures surpassed the 1.5degC threshold set by the Paris Agreement.
"The threats that climate change poses to our wildlife, water, and way of life could no
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Gov. DeWine Signs Bill Removing Barriers for Beauty Professionals
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 8 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Institute for Justice issued the following news release:
COLUMBUS, Ohio --Yesterday, Gov. Mike DeWine signed into law HB 238 which includes provisions removing burdensome barriers for those wanting to cut, clean, and braid hair and to thread and apply makeup. The bill will help expand jobs in a field that has long been overregulated and priced out people wishing to participate. The Institute for Justice (IJ) is a nationally recognized pro
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Great Lakes Legislation Returns to the House for Critical Action
MERRIFIELD, Virginia, Jan. 9 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation issued the following news release:
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The reintroduction of the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) Act to the U.S. House of Representatives renews critically necessary efforts to secure vital funding for the protection and restoration of the Great Lakes, which support the health and well-being of millions of people and wildlife alike.
"The reintroduction of the Great Lakes Restorat
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HVI Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit Partners With WVU School of Nursing for Critical Care Course
MORGANTOWN, West Virginia, Jan. 11 -- The West Virginia University's Health Sciences Center-School of Nursing issued the following news:
The Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) at the WVU Heart and Vascular Institute (HVI) is partnering with the WVU School of Nursing to offer an innovative, two-credit elective course, "Advanced Life-Saving Technologies in the Critical Care Environment," to senior nursing students across the WVU, Keyser, Beckley, and Bridgeport campuses.
This innovative
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In memoriam: Thomas G. Goodale, former vice president for Student Affairs
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 10 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
Thomas G. Goodale, former vice president for Student Affairs at Virginia Tech, passed away on Jan. 5, 2025. He was 84.
Goodale served as vice president for Student Affairs from 1988 until 1995. During his tenure, he was instrumental in shaping the Student Affairs division, overseeing various programs and services that significantly enhanced student life on campus.
His leadership was marked by a deep commitment to stud
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In the Merging of Sports, Video and Social Media, VCU Alum Kam Black is a Top Player
RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 11 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news:
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The Robertson School master's graduate brings creative flair to familiar platforms, including notable games from EA Sports.
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By Joan Tupponce
Kam Black's computer savvy has served him well in the world of social media. In the past three years, he has generated over 250 million views and is now working with some big names in sports.
Black, who earned his master's degree in mass communicatio
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Is AI Truly Color Blind? Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism & Communication Dean Julia Wilson Explores Bias in Generative Technology
HAMPTON, Virginia, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- Hampton University issued the following news:
Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly become a cornerstone of modern innovation, yet its impact is far from uniform across communities. For Hampton University Dean Julia Wilson of the Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communication, these disparities are a call to action. In her essay, Is AI Color Blind?, featured in the University of Southern California's (USC) prestigious Relevance Report on Artifici
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Jennifer Kieley Promoted to Vice President of Government and Public Affairs at America's Public Television Stations
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 10 -- America's Public Television Stations issued the following news release:
Jennifer Kieley has been promoted to Vice President of Government and Public Affairs at America's Public Television Stations. Her new position is effective immediately.
Ms. Kieley has served as Senior Director of Government Relations since August 2023. She joined APTS in 2006 as a Congressional Liaison and was promoted to Director of Government Relations in July 2009.
In the role of Vice Pr
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Marshall School of Pharmacy Faculty Member Selected for Prestigious Mentorship Program
HUNTINGTON, West Virginia, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- Marshall University issued the following news release:
Dr. Thomas Pile, a clinical assistant professor at the Marshall University School of Pharmacy, has been chosen as one of five participants for the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Foundation's 2024-2025 Faculty Scholars Program.
The 18-month research mentorship program connects faculty members with seasoned research experts, transforming research ideas into published manuscrip
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Marshall to Present Readings by Faculty Authors
HUNTINGTON, West Virginia, Jan. 11 -- Marshall University issued the following news release:
Marshall University's Department of English will present the A.E. Stringer Visiting Writers Series at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 29, featuring readings by faculty authors Dr. Joel Peckham, Cat Pleska and Dr. Sara Henning. The event will take place in the Memorial Student Center's Shawkey Dining Room and is free and open to all.
Peckham has published 11 collections of poetry and nonfiction, most recently Any Moonwa
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Media Advisory: Virginia Tech opens its doors to first students with new state-of-the-art facility in Alexandria
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 10 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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WHAT : Built at the nexus of academia, industry, and government, the first academic building of Virginia Tech's Innovation Campus will open to its first cohort of students who will be equipped to solve urgent challenges, alongside leading researchers, industry executives, and national policymakers. Members of the media are invited for the first day of classes to tour the space and
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Monongalia County Health Department Sponsors Faith Community Nursing Training at WVU School of Nursing for Six WV Nurses
MORGANTOWN, West Virginia, Jan. 10 -- The West Virginia University's Health Sciences Center-School of Nursing issued the following news:
The WVU School of Nursing and the Monongalia County Health Department are collaborating to offer scholarships for six West Virginia nurses working in health departments across the state, covering the full cost of the Faith Community Nursing training program.
The funding for these scholarships was provided by NACCHO (National Association of County and City Hea
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National Superintendent of the Year Finalists Discuss Top-Priority Education Issues During Panel in Washington, D.C.
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 11 [Category: Education] -- AASA, The School Superintendents Association, issued the following news release:
School-to-career pipeline, political challenges, academic scores, school choice, the incoming administration, cell phones and the use of new tech and AI were among key topics covered by AASA's 2025 National Superintendent of the Year (r) Finalists as they reflected on the dynamic roles of superintendents, upcoming opportunities and lessons learned.
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NCMA and WorldCC Announce the Launch of the Commerce & Contract Management Institute
ASHBURN, Virginia, Jan. 10 -- The National Contract Management Association issued the following news release:
Reston, VA - 1/9/25 - National Contract Management Association (NCMA) and World Commerce & Contracting (WorldCC) are excited to announce the official launch of the Commerce & Contract Management Institute (CCM Institute), a globally focused research institute dedicated to setting higher standards for buying and selling practices across all industries and sectors. Co-founded by NCMA and
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New NPG Forum Paper Calls for Sustainable Solutions for Populations Living in Climate-Sensitive Regions
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- Negative Population Growth issued the following news release:
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Addressing Global Warming by Urging Action to Mitigate Risks in High-Danger Zones
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Proof of climate change is undeniable, yet the United States finds itself at a troubling crossroads. Published by Negative Population Growth, Inc., this new Forum paper offers compelling analysis which reveals a startling contradiction: while the dangers of climate change grow more urgent, populat
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New supercomputer will help applied AI research soar
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 10 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
A lot can change in four years.
In January 2021, Advanced Research Computing, a unit within the Division of Information Technology, introduced Infer, its first graphical processing unit (GPU) cluster capable of handling significant artificial intelligence (AI) inference tasks.
Through AI inference, scientists use a machine learning model, which has been trained on existing data, to infer something about a new data set
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NIRI Designates Alpha IR as an Approved Professional Development Unit Provider
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 11 -- The National Investor Relations Institute issued the following news release:
The Association for Investor Relations announced that it has designated Alpha IR as an Approved Professional Development Unit (PDU) Provider.
NIRI Investor Relations Charter (IRC)(R) holders are now able to earn PDUs at select Alpha IR educational events.
The Approved PDU Provider Program helps IRC holders maintain their certification and gives entities that offer education, training
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Radford University: Highlanders in the News - Week of Jan. 6, 2025
RADFORD, Virginia, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- Radford University issued the following Highlanders in the News wrap up on Jan. 10, 2025:
Our Highlanders are using their education to do extraordinary things. Every other week, we'll highlight some notable mentions from local, regional, national and international news media. Whether our students, alumni, faculty and staff are featured as subject matter experts in high-profile stories or simply helping make the world a better place, we'll feature their st
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Retail Industry Leaders Association: Retailers Welcome Tentative Deal to Keep Ports Open
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 10 -- The Retail Industry Leaders Association issued the following news release:
The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) issued the statement below following news that a tentative agreement has been reached between the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX).
"U.S. East and Gulf Coast ports are crucial links in the retail supply chain. Operating at full capacity and without the stress of potential disruption
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RV Industry Association Announces 2025 Leadership Conference Panelists
HERNDON, Virginia, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- The RV Industry Association issued the following news on Jan. 9, 2025:
The RV Industry Association is gearing up for its highly anticipated 2025 Leadership Conference, and excitement is building as the lineup for its Industry Leadership Panel has been revealed. This dynamic session, scheduled for Wednesday, March 5th, promises to deliver invaluable insights from some of the most influential figures in the RV industry.
Moderated by RV Industry Association
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Top APTA Podcasts of 2024
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 10 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Physical Therapy Association issued the following news:
Podcasts are an increasingly popular way to get information, and APTA delivered dozens in 2024. They covered advice for women leaders, clinical practice guidelines for telerehabilitation, postpartum exercises, origin stories from PTs and PTAs, and more.
Here are five of the most listened-to APTA Podcasts of 2024:
* Advice for the Next Generation of Women Leaders: In
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Troy-Based Eaton Corporation Worker Challenges IAM Union Scheme Pushing Termination, Fines on Workers Who Oppose Union
SPRINGFIELD, Virginia, Jan. 9 -- The National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation issued the following news release:
St. Louis, MO An employee of power management firm Eaton Corporation's Troy, Illinois, facility has just filed federal charges against the International Association of Machinists (IAM) union for violating the rights of multiple employees at his workplace. The employee, Robert Jacobs, maintains that IAM officials are threatening to get him and other employees who resigned union
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Trucking Industry Expresses Strong Support for Zeldin to Lead EPA
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 10 [Category: Transportation] -- The American Trucking Associations issued the following news release:
In advance of the confirmation hearing of former Representative Lee Zeldin to serve as the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, American Trucking Associations President & CEO Chris Spear sent a letter to the Senate Environment & Public Works Committee to express strong support for his nomination.
"While representing New York's 1st Congressional distr
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Trump to Become First Convicted Felon to Serve as President
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 [Category: ThinkTank] -- Common Cause issued the following news release:
Today, President-elect Trump was sentenced by a New York state court on 34 felony convictions. The following is a statement from Common Cause President & CEO Virginia Kase Solomon:
In ten days, Donald Trump will become the first convicted felon to take the oath and serve as President of the United States. In 2018, Common Cause sounded the alarm and filed the first federal complaints against the presid
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U.S. Tech Industry Forecasts Record Sales, Tariff Threats Loom
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 5 [Category: Electronic Products] -- The Consumer Technology Association issued the following news release:
LAS VEGAS - Announced at the agenda-setting CES(r) 2025 Tech Trends to Watch, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)(r) projects record retail revenues as the U.S. consumer technology industry grows 3.2% over 2024 to $537 billion in 2025. This signals growth in consumer spending on tech products and services, according to CTA's U.S. Consumer Technology One-Yea
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VCU: Through the Lens of Time - Evolution of Cataract Surgery
RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 10 -- Virginia Commonwealth University posted the following news on Jan. 9, 2025:
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Chris Leffler, M.D., an associate professor in the Department of Ophthalmology, led the efforts of 44 co-authors to publish 'A New History of Cataract Surgery.'
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By Laura Ingles, VCU School of Medicine
The first documented treatment for cataracts was nothing like today's quick outpatient procedure. Known as couching, an ancient method observed along the Mediterranean shortly
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Vertical Flight Society to Hold Transformative Vertical Flight Conference Next Month
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Jan. 10 -- The Vertical Flight Society issued the following news release:
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Includes World's Longest-Running eVTOL Aircraft and Advanced Air Mobility Conference
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The Vertical Flight Society (VFS), the world's leading non-profit organization working to advance vertical flight technology, announces that the world's longest running conference on electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft will provide comprehensive updates and insights into this exciting n
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Victory for Women, Girls: Federal Court Rejects Biden Admin Redefinition of 'Sex' in Title IX Across Country
SCOTTSDALE, Arizona, Jan. 10 -- The Alliance Defending Freedom issued the following news release:
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ADF attorneys represent high-school female athlete, Christian educators in successful legal challenge against Dept. of Ed. rule change
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COVINGTON, Ky. - A federal district court in Kentucky issued a decision Thursday in State of Tennessee v. Cardona that blocks the Biden administration's unlawful attempt to change the meaning of "sex" in Title IX--a federal law designed to create equa
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Virginia Union University Announces Presiding Bishop & Chief Apostle J. Drew Sheard as Founder's Day Speaker for February 7, 2025
RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 11 -- Virginia Union University issued the following news:
Virginia Union University (VUU) is honored to announce Bishop J. Drew Sheard as the guest speaker for the 2025 Founder's Day Celebration, which will take place on February 7, 2025. This event is especially significant as it marks the 160th Anniversary of Virginia Union University, a time to reflect on our legacy, celebrate our achievements, and look forward to an even brighter future.
Bishop Sheard is an estee
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Virginia Union University Marks 160th Anniversary at the 46th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community Leaders Breakfast Featuring Keynote Speaker Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan
RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 11 -- Virginia Union University issued the following news:
Virginia Union University (VUU) is proud to host the 46th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community Leaders Breakfast, a significant event that not only honors the enduring legacy of Dr. King but also celebrates VUU's monumental 160th anniversary.
This year's breakfast is set for January 17, 2025, at the Marriott Richmond, under the theme "Educational Legacy: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future." This distin
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Marissa Vincent
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 9 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Marissa Vincent
Degree: DVM, 2025, Mixed Animal
Hometown: Columbia, Maryland
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My undergraduate was in...
Biology and Spanish with minors in International Studies and Chemistry.
Best part of being a VMCVM student...
Working with animals you might not come in contact with otherwise and spending time with people who share your interest
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VSU Remembers Former President Jimmy Carter
ETTRICK, Virginia, Jan. 9 -- Virginia State University issued the statement by Cheryl E. Mango, associate professor of history and founding executive director of the National Historically Black Colleges and Universities Studies Data Collection and Research Center:
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Virginia State University mourns the passing of President Jimmy Earl Carter, Jr. Our university pays tribute to the 39th President for his dedication to ensuring that Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) receive
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W&M Professor Conducts One of the Largest University-led Fasting Studies
WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 11 -- William and Mary issued the following news:
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The study, which began back in May and will last until 2027, focuses on how a fast can impact the mind and body.
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By William Oster
With the new year comes another period of reflection on health, with many seeking to become more active or reevaluate their nutrition. But one William & Mary professor is hoping to push the boundary of how many approach wellness in their daily lives.
Stephanie Caligiuri, a
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What Not to Miss at CES 2025
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 4 [Category: Electronic Products] -- The Consumer Technology Association issued the following news release:
CES(r) 2025, the world's most powerful tech event, returns to Las Vegas, January 7-10, bringing together global companies, from top brands to innovative startups, industry executives, media, and government leaders.
"We're ready to DIVE IN to CES 2025. There is great momentum heading into the show with a record 3400+ Innovation Award submissions, over 4500 exhib
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When the Water Turned Off This Week, the VCU Response Team Turned on
RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 11 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news on Jan. 10, 2025:
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Campuswide collaboration kicked in immediately - serving students and protecting facilities - as a storm-induced disruption hit Richmond's extensive service region.
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By Joan Tupponce
As soon as water stopped flowing through the pipes on campus this week, Virginia Commonwealth University implemented a rapid-response plan that addressed immediate needs - and that looked ahead
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William Swecker honored with emeritus status
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 9 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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William Swecker, professor of large animal clinical sciences in the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech, has been conferred the title of professor emeritus by the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors.
The emeritus title may be conferred on retired faculty members who are specially recommended to the board by Virginia Tech Pr
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