Education (Colleges & Universities)
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University of Southern Mississippi: Business Students Partner With IDS to Strengthen Entrepreneurship Opportunities for Young Adults With Disabilities
HATTIESBURG, Mississippi, Jan. 9 -- The University of Southern Mississippi issued the following news:
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Business Students Partner with IDS to Strengthen Entrepreneurship Opportunities for Young Adults with Disabilities
By Rae McGregor
Students in the College of Business and Economic Development at The University of Southern Mississippi recently completed a unique academic service-learning project by presenting branding recommendations for a new initiative spearheaded by the Institute for Disability Studies (IDS). Over the course of the semester, Dr. Joanne Tran's consumer behavior class
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HATTIESBURG, Mississippi, Jan. 9 -- The University of Southern Mississippi issued the following news:
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Business Students Partner with IDS to Strengthen Entrepreneurship Opportunities for Young Adults with Disabilities
By Rae McGregor
Students in the College of Business and Economic Development at The University of Southern Mississippi recently completed a unique academic service-learning project by presenting branding recommendations for a new initiative spearheaded by the Institute for Disability Studies (IDS). Over the course of the semester, Dr. Joanne Tran's consumer behavior classresearched consumer insights and developed marketing strategies for EARN IT, an emerging entrepreneurship program for young adults with disabilities. The students concluded the project by delivering a professional presentation of their findings to help strengthen awareness and engagement for the new program.
"This project was intentionally designed to embody the purpose of service-learning, which is to strengthen both academic learning and civic responsibility," said Dr. Tran, associate professor of marketing. "Students are not just studying consumer behavior; they are experiencing the profound ways that marketing can support community well-being."
EARN IT, which stands for Entrepreneurship through the Advancement of Resources, Networking, Independence and Training, provides participants with a series of hands-on learning through two methods: group training and work-based learning experience. The program prepares these young adults, most of whom are high schoolers, for future success in the workforce or higher education by immersing them in seven entrepreneurship-based industries, including coffee roasting, auto mechanics, and graphic design.
The partnership with IDS gave the consumer behavior students the perfect opportunity to translate their course's learning objectives into real-world application. Tran explained, "In short, the project transforms competencies into capabilities! While the classroom introduces ideas such as consumer attitudes and decision-making, the project challenged students to combine the theories they were learning with observation, research and personal insight to craft a cohesive branding strategy."
To prepare their evidence-based recommendations, students spent time observing program activities, interacting with support staff and participating students, and gaining an understanding of the lived experiences that shape the needs and aspirations of the individuals they were serving.
As the students learned more about consumer behavior, the equally valuable lesson emerged through the program's service-learning component. This was best seen as the students volunteered at the institute, an opportunity built into their regular class meetings.
"This service-learning project has been such a monumental part of my volunteer experience," shared Ashlyn Le, a marketing student who was enrolled in the course. "I've learned to apply marketing and consumer behavior concepts to real-world experiences and have also deeply connected with IDS and EARN IT staff and student participants."
The class conducted primary research to gather information on the cultural and environmental influences of the brand, allowing them to fully grasp the mission of EARN IT and make realistic recommendations.
"Ultimately, I want them to recognize how marketing tools can strengthen communities and not just sell products," added Tran.
By the end of the semester, students presented thoughtful and impactful recommendations. Many teams emphasized motivational messaging, identity-affirming language, and a clearer brand structure in which EARN IT stands independently with IDS serving as an umbrella organization. Additional suggestions included ways to increase program visibility on campus, strengthen social media outreach, and expand partnerships with school districts, with the hopes of broadening awareness and enrollment to reach the entire state, not just south- and south-central Mississippi.
"I am incredibly proud of my students," Tran said. "These findings were especially meaningful because they address both immediate branding needs and long-term strategic opportunities for EARN IT and IDS."
"IDS is profoundly thankful for the passion and initiative Dr. Tran and her consumer behavior class poured into supporting the EARN IT program," said Amy James, IDS executive coordinator for philanthropy and development. "These students embraced the EARN IT mission with open minds and big hearts, taking on a real-world challenge that pushed them to think differently and serve their community in meaningful ways. Their contributions to the program demonstrate the strength that emerges when we commit to shaping our communities for all abilities to thrive. We look forward to applying many of their thoughtful recommendations as EARN IT continues to grow."
The students received service-learning certificates from the Southern Miss Center for Community Engagement following their presentations as a way of recognizing their meaningful contribution to IDS and the EARN IT program, as well as their commitment to community-engaged learning.
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About the Institute for Disability Studies
The Institute for Disability Studies (IDS) is Mississippi's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities. As part of a national network of university-based centers, IDS promotes independence, productivity, and community inclusion for people with disabilities through training, technical assistance, service, research and information sharing. For more than 40 years, IDS has provided interdisciplinary education and community-based services to Mississippians of all ages with developmental and other disabilities.
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Original text here: https://www.usm.edu/news/2026/releases/untitled.php
University of Illinois System: Looking Ahead - Message From President Killeen
URBANA, Illinois, Jan. 9 -- The University of Illinois System issued the following news:
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Looking Ahead: A Message from President Killeen
University of Illinois System President Tim Killeen informed the Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois today that he will step down at the conclusion of his current contract on June 30, 2027.
Board Chair Jesse Ruiz praised Killeen for leading with vision and integrity.
"Tim has consistently proved to be an exceptional president, leading the University of Illinois System with integrity and intentionality for more than a decade," Ruiz said.
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URBANA, Illinois, Jan. 9 -- The University of Illinois System issued the following news:
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Looking Ahead: A Message from President Killeen
University of Illinois System President Tim Killeen informed the Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois today that he will step down at the conclusion of his current contract on June 30, 2027.
Board Chair Jesse Ruiz praised Killeen for leading with vision and integrity.
"Tim has consistently proved to be an exceptional president, leading the University of Illinois System with integrity and intentionality for more than a decade," Ruiz said."The achievements of the University of Illinois System reflect his labor on behalf of our world-class institution of higher learning and its land-grant mission. Tim's impact has been felt here in Illinois and around the world, through every initiative he has set in motion, every strategy he has guided and every cause he has championed."
Killeen said that while his work as president continues, this is the right moment to begin preparing for the next era of U of I System leadership.
"Serving as president of the University of Illinois System is the greatest honor of my professional life. This community -- our students, faculty, staff, alumni and partners -- inspires me every day. Together, we have strengthened our universities, expanded our reach and deepened our impact for every citizen of Illinois and the world beyond," Killeen said. "Our momentum is stronger than ever and alongside our continuing this work, I believe this is the right moment to begin preparing for the next generation of leadership."
During Killeen's tenure, the U of I System has emerged as one of the nation's most dynamic and resilient public university systems -- a stabilizing force during a period of profound change in higher education. Under his leadership, the system continues to advance a bold vision rooted in access, innovation and service to the public good, while honoring its long history of excellence and its mission to serve all of Illinois.
U of I System enrollment has grown to record levels, reaching 101,081 students across three universities in fall 2025 -- a 3.4% increase year over year and part of a decadelong upward trajectory that reflects the system's status as a destination for talented students from Illinois and beyond. Applications for first time freshmen seats for fall 2025 also reached an all time high, topping 120,000.
The U of I System now graduates more than 28,000 students a year, about 75% of whom choose to remain in Illinois.
The system has also strengthened its financial position, maintained strong credit ratings and expanded its capacity to invest in innovation, research and student success. Fundraising reached a record $656 million in FY '25, reflecting deep and growing support from alumni and other donors.
Killeen also champions the U of I System's role as a global research leader. The combined system research portfolio regularly tops $1 billion a year.
The president's vision for statewide impact through partnership has led to the creation and continued growth of the Discovery Partners Institute and Illinois Innovation Network, and the launch with the state of Illinois of the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park.
According to a recent study, the U of I System contributed $24.9 billion to the state's economy in FY '23 and supported 225,171 jobs -- one out of every 37 jobs in Illinois.
"The Board of Trustees is grateful to Tim for the service he has given to the University of Illinois System for over a decade and looks forward to celebrating his successes and achievements in the near future," Ruiz said. "In the meantime, our work together continues. An effective leader builds upon past accomplishments and paves the way for future success. For the University of Illinois System, Tim Killeen is that leader, and the board is deeply committed to working with him throughout his remaining time as president."
A nationally respected scientist and higher education leader, Killeen has guided the U of I System through periods of fiscal uncertainty, a global pandemic and a rapidly evolving regulatory environment. His leadership during the COVID-19 global pandemic helped ensure continuity of operations, protected research activity and strengthened the system's role as a trusted partner to state and federal agencies.
Killeen has also prioritized access and student success. During his tenure, the U of I System achieved record enrollment of underrepresented minority students -- 28,763 in fall 2025, a 55% increase since 2016 -- and maintained retention and graduation rates that exceed national averages. Systemwide retention for first-time freshmen reached 91% in 2025 and the six year graduation rate rose to 77%.
Ruiz said the search for the 21st president of the U of I System will begin in the coming weeks.
"The selection of a president is perhaps the most important responsibility of the Board of Trustees," Ruiz said. "In the coming weeks, the board will take its first steps to initiate the search process, fully committed to identifying a president who is capable of following in Tim's footsteps of excellence and will propel our university system to new heights."
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Original text here: https://news.uillinois.edu/view/7815/1630875386
University of Cincinnati: Biggest Skin-care Trends of 2026 Go Back to Basics
CINCINNATI, Ohio, Jan. 9 -- The University of Cincinnati issued the following news:
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The biggest skin-care trends of 2026 go back to basics
UC expert discusses potential new sunscreen ingredient approval
By Tim Tedeschi, 513-556-5694, tedesctd@ucmail.uc.edu
The University of Cincinnati's Kelly Dobos was featured in an Allure article discussing the biggest skin-care trends of 2026.
Dobos said one trend to watch is the potential Food and Drug Administration approval of a new UV filter that can be used in sunscreen formulations. There are approximately eight commonly used filters out of
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CINCINNATI, Ohio, Jan. 9 -- The University of Cincinnati issued the following news:
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The biggest skin-care trends of 2026 go back to basics
UC expert discusses potential new sunscreen ingredient approval
By Tim Tedeschi, 513-556-5694, tedesctd@ucmail.uc.edu
The University of Cincinnati's Kelly Dobos was featured in an Allure article discussing the biggest skin-care trends of 2026.
Dobos said one trend to watch is the potential Food and Drug Administration approval of a new UV filter that can be used in sunscreen formulations. There are approximately eight commonly used filters out ofthe 16 that are approved for American formulation, but the European Union and Japan work with more than 30 approved filters, Dobos said.
The filter that may be approved this year, Bemotrizinol (BEMT), would be new to the United States but has been in use abroad for around 20 years.
BEMT "stays stable longer and gives better broad-spectrum protection than any sunscreen filter currently approved in the US," said Dobos, a cosmetic chemist and adjunct instructor in UC's Cosmetic Science Program in the James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy.
Read the Allure article (https://www.allure.com/story/skin-care-trends-2026).
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Original text here: https://www.uc.edu/news/articles/2026/01/the-biggest-skin-care-trends-of-2026-go-back-to-basics.html
University of California Sets Enrollment Records
BERKELEY, California, Jan. 9 -- The University of California issued the following news release:
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University of California sets enrollment records
The University of California announced today (Jan. 8) a record-breaking 301,093 students enrolled for fall 2025, the largest student body in the system's history. The total enrollment includes over 200,000 California resident undergraduates, an increase of 1,796 students over the prior year, representing the tenth consecutive period of year-over-year growth for in-state enrollment. This figure also represents 5.9 percent growth since fall 2021,
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BERKELEY, California, Jan. 9 -- The University of California issued the following news release:
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University of California sets enrollment records
The University of California announced today (Jan. 8) a record-breaking 301,093 students enrolled for fall 2025, the largest student body in the system's history. The total enrollment includes over 200,000 California resident undergraduates, an increase of 1,796 students over the prior year, representing the tenth consecutive period of year-over-year growth for in-state enrollment. This figure also represents 5.9 percent growth since fall 2021,with an overall increase of 11,158 students during this period.
UC's sustained period of California resident enrollment growth demonstrates the University's unwavering commitment to serving the most promising California students and to the budget compact with Gov. Newsom and the Legislature. Today's data also highlights that demand for a UC education remains high among students across the state.
This year, the share of nonresident undergraduates also decreased from 15.8 percent to 15.6 percent. Over the past four years, the share of nonresident undergraduates has dropped more than 2 percentage points.
"These numbers reflect California's commitment to academic excellence, access, and innovation, values that have made the University of California the world's greatest research university," said UC President James B. Milliken. "The value of a UC degree is abundantly clear. An investment in UC is the best investment in the future of our students, California's workforce, and the state's economy."
The University's enrollment gains come as UC campuses are experiencing significant financial challenges due to a combination of higher operational costs, deferred state funding, federal funding cuts and the threat of future reductions. With more students than ever enrolled at UC, full state and federal funding for the University is critical to sustaining the support services students need to succeed.
"A UC degree, that has proven to pay dividends, is the gold standard for public higher education," said Han Mi Yoon-Wu, associate vice provost for Systemwide Undergraduate Admissions. "We want every Californian to know that a UC degree is possible for them. This year's enrollment numbers demonstrate once again that the University of California is here to drive social and economic mobility for all Californians."
Graduate student enrollment also grew by 202 students, a modest increase of 0.3 percent. This marks the second consecutive year of graduate enrollment growth and reflected a significant increase of 13.5 percent in domestic master's program enrollment across UC. The University experienced a 2.3 percent decline in academic doctoral enrollment across all major disciplines.
In addition to higher operational expenses, UC is also facing federal funding cuts. This includes the elimination of more than 400 federal research grants -- representing $230 million in research activity -- that remain suspended or terminated. New federal limits on grant submissions are also creating uncertainty for the tens of thousands of UC scientists whose work fuels the nation's innovation economy.
Despite these challenges, data released in 2025 shows that UC is an engine for economic and social mobility for its students. UC degrees lead to well-paying jobs and salary increases for graduates over their careers across the technology, entertainment, biotechnology, finance and consulting sectors. Additionally, 68 percent of all UC undergraduate students graduate with no student debt, and a majority of its first-generation students earn more than their families within four years of graduation.
To access all of UC's fall 2025 enrollment data, visit: https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/about-us/information-center/fall-enrollment-glance
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Original text here: https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/press-room/university-california-sets-enrollment-records
University of Baltimore: CCJR Convenes Regional Advocates Ahead of Maryland's 2026 Legislative Session
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Jan. 9 -- The University of Baltimore issued the following news:
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CCJR Convenes Regional Advocates Ahead of Maryland's 2026 Legislative Session
The Center for Criminal Justice Reform (CCJR) at the University of Baltimore School of Law brought together partners from across the DMV for its 3rd Annual Criminal Legal Reform Advocates' Retreat, convening more than 200 advocates, organizers, researchers, policy experts, and students to prepare for Maryland's upcoming legislative session.
The retreat served as a space to deepen relationships, strengthen regional collaboration,
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BALTIMORE, Maryland, Jan. 9 -- The University of Baltimore issued the following news:
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CCJR Convenes Regional Advocates Ahead of Maryland's 2026 Legislative Session
The Center for Criminal Justice Reform (CCJR) at the University of Baltimore School of Law brought together partners from across the DMV for its 3rd Annual Criminal Legal Reform Advocates' Retreat, convening more than 200 advocates, organizers, researchers, policy experts, and students to prepare for Maryland's upcoming legislative session.
The retreat served as a space to deepen relationships, strengthen regional collaboration,and align strategies to advance community-driven, evidence-based criminal legal reform. Participants engaged in robust discussions on the narratives shaping public safety, the impact of the national political landscape on reform efforts in Maryland, and anticipated priority bills and defensive fights for the 2026 legislative session, which begins in January 14.
Directly impacted leaders played a central role throughout the day, grounding conversations in lived experience and reinforcing CCJR's commitment to centering communities most affected by the criminal legal system. The dialogue was both candid and forward-looking, generating new ideas and partnerships aimed at addressing harm, inequity, and barriers to safety across the state.
The retreat reflected CCJR's mission to support community-led solutions that promote accountability, equity, and safety through research, policy development, and advocacy. As Maryland prepares for the 2026 legislative session, CCJR and its partners are focused on translating collective knowledge and collaboration into meaningful change in Annapolis.
You can also read more about CCJR's recent work and updates in the Center's latest newsletter (https://mailchi.mp/de00385f1fbe/news-from-the-ubalt-law-center-for-criminal-justice-reform).
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Original text here: https://www.ubalt.edu/about/newsroom/ccjr-convenes-regional-advocates-ahead-of-marylands-2026-legislative-session.cfm
UM to establish five science and technology faculties through faculty restructuring
MACAU, China, Jan. 9 -- The University of Macau posted the following news:
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UM to establish five science and technology faculties through faculty restructuring
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The University of Macau (UM) will establish five science and technology faculties through the restructuring of part of its existing faculties. Student enrolment in science and technology disciplines is expected to reach 14,500 in the future. Yonghua Song, rector of UM, said that the initiative will significantly expand the scope and depth of UM's scientific and technological innovation capacity and provide strong support for its
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MACAU, China, Jan. 9 -- The University of Macau posted the following news:
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UM to establish five science and technology faculties through faculty restructuring
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The University of Macau (UM) will establish five science and technology faculties through the restructuring of part of its existing faculties. Student enrolment in science and technology disciplines is expected to reach 14,500 in the future. Yonghua Song, rector of UM, said that the initiative will significantly expand the scope and depth of UM's scientific and technological innovation capacity and provide strong support for itsdevelopment into an internationally recognised university of excellence. The five science and technology faculties will officially commence operations on 1 August 2026.
Currently, UM has five faculties in the humanities and social sciences and two faculties in science and technology. To further strengthen its scientific and technological innovation capabilities, and following review by UM's advisory committee and internal procedures, as well as approval by the University Council, UM will establish five science and technology faculties: the Faculty of Medicine, the Faculty of Information Science and Computing, the Faculty of Engineering, the Faculty of Science, and the Faculty of Design.
The Faculty of Medicine will be established through the integration and expansion of the existing Faculty of Health Sciences. The new faculty aims to develop into a world-class medical school that integrates top-tier medical talent cultivation, advanced medical services, and innovative medical research. In addition to the existing Department of Biomedical Sciences, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences (to be renamed the Department of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences), and Department of Public Health and Medical Administration, it will establish the Department of Clinical Medicine, the Department of Medicinal Food and Nutrition Sciences, and the Department of Dentistry. It will also offer a range of professional programmes, including a joint clinical medicine programme with the University of Lisbon in Portugal. The Faculty of Medicine is expected to enrol approximately 4,000 students.
The Faculty of Information Science and Computing will be established on the basis of the existing Faculty of Science and Technology (FST). Building on the current Department of Computer and Information Science in FST, the new faculty will comprise the Department of Computer Science, the Department of Artificial Intelligence, the Department of Microelectronics, the Department of Robotics, the Department of Electronic and Communication Engineering, and the Department of Financial Technology and Business Intelligence. With an anticipated enrolment of around 4,000 students, the faculty will play a leading role in nurturing talent in cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence, microelectronics, financial technology, and computer science.
The Faculty of Engineering will bring together four existing departments from FST and will establish new departments, including the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, the Department of Energy Science and Engineering, the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, and the Department of Biomedical Engineering. With an expected enrolment of about 4,000 students, the faculty will help meet the growing demand for engineering talent and technological innovation in Macao and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
The establishment of the Faculty of Science aligns with the strategic needs of the country and the Macao SAR and will provide foundational support in the basic sciences for technological innovation in Macao and nationwide. The faculty will comprise the Department of Mathematics, the Department of Physics, the Department of Chemistry, and the Department of Biological Sciences, with an expected enrolment of approximately 1,000 students.
The new Faculty of Design will focus on the integration of artificial intelligence and design. It will comprise the Department of Visual Communication Design, the Department of Architecture and Urban Design, and the Department of Industrial Design. The faculty aims to cultivate a new generation of design professionals and enhance Macao's international influence in design education and the creative industries, with an expected enrolment of around 1,500 students.
The faculty restructuring will also promote the optimisation and integration of UM's resources. With its main campus and a new campus in the Cooperation Zone, UM will operate under a 'dual-campus' model, under which the two campuses will leverage their respective strengths and support each other. The new Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Information Science and Computing, Faculty of Engineering, and Faculty of Design will offer programmes across both campuses, with their headquarters located on the campus in the Cooperation Zone. This arrangement will strengthen collaboration between science and technology faculties and industry, and facilitate the translation of research outcomes into practical applications. Building on the Faculty of Medicine's experience in international joint programmes, UM will expand collaborative programmes with world-renowned universities in the fields of information science, engineering, and design. The university is committed to attracting international students, recruiting high-calibre teaching and research talent, building international platforms for scientific and technological exchange, hosting major international conferences, and supporting the development of academic journals.
According to Song, by strengthening its science and technology disciplines, UM will enhance its international competitiveness in cutting-edge scientific and technological innovation, while cultivating and attracting high-calibre, multidisciplinary talent. The initiative also reflects the university's commitment to supporting the integrated development of Macao and the Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, promoting the application of research outcomes in both places, and developing new quality productive forces in Macao. UM will seize the development opportunities arising from the construction of its campus in the Cooperation Zone, actively implement the Macao SAR government's 'Education for Macao, Talent for Macao' policy, and advance the integrated development of international higher education, high-quality research innovation, and high-calibre talent cultivation.
Source: Communications Office
Media Contact Information:
Communications Office, University of Macau
Albee Lei Tel: (853) 8822 8004
Gigi Fan Tel: (853) 8822 8366
Email: prs.media@um.edu.mo
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Original text here: https://www.um.edu.mo/news-and-press-releases/press-release/detail/62958/
Indiana University Media School: Students' Campaign Featured in Communication Arts Advertising Annual
BLOOMINGTON, Indiana, Jan. 9 -- Indiana University Media School issued the following news:
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Students' campaign featured in Communication Arts Advertising Annual
As part of Professor of Practice Bill Schwab's MSCH-A451 Advertising Portfolio II course, a campaign created by students Eunice Pak, Hallie Utsler, and Regan Mathies was chosen for the November-December edition of the Communication Arts Advertising Annual. The campaign was one of the few selected out of the 1,253 entries.
The student's campaign for Handsome Brook Farms eggs focused on the fact that cheap, store-bought eggs tend
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BLOOMINGTON, Indiana, Jan. 9 -- Indiana University Media School issued the following news:
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Students' campaign featured in Communication Arts Advertising Annual
As part of Professor of Practice Bill Schwab's MSCH-A451 Advertising Portfolio II course, a campaign created by students Eunice Pak, Hallie Utsler, and Regan Mathies was chosen for the November-December edition of the Communication Arts Advertising Annual. The campaign was one of the few selected out of the 1,253 entries.
The student's campaign for Handsome Brook Farms eggs focused on the fact that cheap, store-bought eggs tendto contain harmful chemicals found in products like firefighting foam. Assuming consumers are unaware of this, the team developed a campaign that appealed to consumers who drive trends and would likely pay more for healthy pasture-raised chicken eggs free from harmful additives.
The CA Annual student showcase has long been the exclusive domain of work from elite advertising programs like Syracuse, Brigham Young, and VCU's Brand Center. The publication reaches an audience of more than 30,000 industry professionals and is a premier platform for showcasing creative talent and fostering professional connections.
Each winning entrant received a personalized Award of Excellence.
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Original text here: https://mediaschool.indiana.edu/news-events/news/item.html?n=students-featured-in-communication-arts-advertising-annual
