Education (Colleges & Universities)
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Faculty Friday: Miriam Ragland
CLINTON, South Carolina, March 20 -- Presbyterian College posted the following news:
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Faculty Friday: Miriam Ragland
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Presbyterian College theatre professor shares excitement about strengthening the performing arts program to better support students
The performing arts have been a lifelong passion for professor of theatre Miriam Ragland, who grew up dancing until a broken ankle put an end to her ballet career.
Ragland wasn't stopped by her injury, though. Still feeling called to perform, she auditioned for a play in her senior year of high school, where she fell in love with theatre
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CLINTON, South Carolina, March 20 -- Presbyterian College posted the following news:
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Faculty Friday: Miriam Ragland
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Presbyterian College theatre professor shares excitement about strengthening the performing arts program to better support students
The performing arts have been a lifelong passion for professor of theatre Miriam Ragland, who grew up dancing until a broken ankle put an end to her ballet career.
Ragland wasn't stopped by her injury, though. Still feeling called to perform, she auditioned for a play in her senior year of high school, where she fell in love with theatreand everything it had to offer.
Following her heart
Ragland's first introduction to being an educator was her master's program in directing, which heavily revolved around teaching and instructing.
"I have an MFA in directing, and it was very focused on teaching. I had a teaching assistantship as part of it as well," she said. "That's when I realized that my place was in the classroom."
On the tail end of a year-long stint in Seattle as a freelance artist, Ragland came to the realization that freelancing wasn't what her heart desired - teaching was.
From that moment forward, she began applying to positions all over the country, including at Presbyterian College, which she came to visit after being extended an offer.
Despite being on the other side of the country, the campus immediately felt like home.
"I came and visited campus, and I just fell in love," she said.
Since then, Ragland has been at the college for 24 years, teaching classes such as Introduction to Theatre, Theatre for Social Change, and African American Theatre.
It's exciting for all of us to come together as one artistic unit, and to work together to make the performing arts at PC stronger than it's ever been."
Miriam Ragland, Professor of Theatre
Looking into the future
Recently, Ragland's passion project has been refurbishing the black box theatre that's been sitting unused in Harper Arts Center for several years, a stepping stone to rebuilding the theatre program as a whole.
Another stepping stone has been PC's partnership with Laurens County Community Theatre, who will be performing a show every spring, with PC performing a show every fall.
Ragland and her colleagues couldn't be more excited about building the arts program at Presbyterian College, having combined art, music, and theatre to become the Department of Visual and Performing Arts.
"It's exciting for all of us to come together as one artistic unit, and to work together to make the performing arts at PC stronger than it's ever been," she said.
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Original text here: https://www.presby.edu/faculty-friday-miriam-ragland/
Paralympics campaign complete: UQ student looks forward to France 2030
BRISBANE, Australia, March 16 -- The University of Queensland posted the following news:
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Paralympics campaign complete: UQ student looks forward to France 2030
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University of Queensland student Georgia Gunew has wrapped up her Winter Paralympics debut, finishing 11th in the women's slalom vision impaired event at the Tofane Alpine Skiing Centre.
It caps off a campaign that included being named an Australian flag bearer at the Opening Ceremony and a top-10 finish in the giant slalom.
Gunew and sighted guide Ethan Jackson both said the Milano Cortina experience has inspired them to
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BRISBANE, Australia, March 16 -- The University of Queensland posted the following news:
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Paralympics campaign complete: UQ student looks forward to France 2030
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University of Queensland student Georgia Gunew has wrapped up her Winter Paralympics debut, finishing 11th in the women's slalom vision impaired event at the Tofane Alpine Skiing Centre.
It caps off a campaign that included being named an Australian flag bearer at the Opening Ceremony and a top-10 finish in the giant slalom.
Gunew and sighted guide Ethan Jackson both said the Milano Cortina experience has inspired them toaim for the 2030 Games in the French Alps.
"I think we've made a lot of progress in the last year or so," Gunew said.
"Starting ski racing 3 years ago, I had so much to learn about everything, but now I feel like I've learned how to be an athlete, learned how to sleep, all the external things, and now I can really focus on the skiing and I think that's made a huge difference even this season.
"I think we're going to come leaps and bounds hopefully in 4 years' time.
"We're all going to be in the French Alps. Ethan's going to be here, I'm going to be here and hopefully we'll do well."
Quotes sourced from Paralympics Australia and republished with permission.
Read how Georgia's journey to Milan Cortina unfolded in our story below.
UQ student's Paralympic debut delivers top-10 finish
13 March 2026
University of Queensland student Georgia Gunew secured a top-10 finish in her Paralympic debut in the giant slalom at Milano Cortina on Thursday.
Competing in the women's vision impaired class, Gunew and sighted guide Ethan Jackson improved on their first-run position of 12th place to finish 10th overall at the Tofane Alpine Skiing Centre.
"I'm just stoked to have that first one done," Gunew said.
"We'd been in the Village for 2 weeks and watching everyone else compete and I was just really ready to go, really excited to get one in."
Georgia will return to the slopes on Saturday for the slalom V1 (AS2) from 6pm.
"My body knows what to do, even if my mind's feeling like a little bit more hectic than usual. I'm so happy we get to do it again in just a couple days (in the slalom)," she said.
"We can definitely give it a better crack, I'd say.
"There are some absolutely amazing skiers in my category, so we're going to send it as best we can and see what we can do."
Quotes sourced from Paralympics Australia and republished with permission.
Flying the flag
6 March 2026
Georgia Gunew has been selected as Australia's flag-bearer for the Winter Paralympic opening ceremony alongside 4-time Paralympian Ben Tudhope.
The University of Queensland student is making her Paralympic debut in para alpine skiing alongside her guide, Ethan Jackson.
The flag-bearing duo was informed of the decision by Chef de Mission Ben Troy at the base of the Dolomites mountain range in northeastern Italy.
"If you'd asked 15-year-old Georgia if this was possible... I mean, this wasn't even a thought, not even a possibility," Gunew told Paralympics Australia.
"Being here, in this position, it is just such an honour. There isn't another word for it. I really can't believe I'm here and I'm just... my thoughts aren't super straight right now because it's just so exciting.
"Para sport has absolutely changed my life."
The opening ceremony will be held at the Verona Arena on Saturday morning.
Selection success
27 February 2026
Georgia Gunew has been selected (February 28) to represent Australia in the Winter Paralympic Games starting March 6. You can catch Georgia in action in the Giant Slalom V1 (AS2) from 6pm March 12 and Slalom V1 (AS2) from 6pm March 14.
Sunshine state to the slopes
31 October 2025
Georgia Gunew launches from the start gate, carves down the mountain at close to 100km/h, guided by a voice in her ear.
Metres ahead of The University of Queensland student, her guide, sporting a bright pink vest calls out quick, precise instructions through a Bluetooth headset.
When to turn, when to hold, when to let go and run the line.
Gunew has Stargardt's macular dystrophy, a genetic condition causing her eyesight to gradually worsen since she was a teenager.
Now, legally blind, the 22-year-old has learned to navigate every twist and change in terrain based not on sight but on total trust.
As she prepares for the 2026 Winter Paralympics, Gunew is carving out a place among Australia's most promising para-skiers.
It's a particularly unusual ambition for someone from sunny Queensland, but for her that's part of the appeal.
Grandma knows best
Gunew's entrance into para-alpine skiing came from a combination of curiosity and encouragement.
"I'd played field hockey through my teenage years and I was pretty competitive, but when I lost my vision at 15, hockey just wasn't possible anymore," she said.
"I'd never been super into track and field or swimming, which are some of the more well-known para sports.
"My grandma found an ad for para-skiing and said, 'Why don't you give this a go?'"
That's when Gunew picked up the phone and called Snow Australia.
"I asked if I'd be eligible, and they said I should absolutely give it a go," she said.
"I went down, jumped on skis with a guide for the first time and just absolutely fell in love with it."
Skiing had been an occasional family holiday activity, nothing more than fun days on the snow at Perisher.
"At first, my parents thought it was a little insane that I'd go from playing hockey to losing my vision and skiing down mountains at full speed," Gunew said.
"But they've always been so supportive. They took me to the snow when I was younger and even sent me to America for training between Year 11 and 12.
"I'm really lucky to have that backing."
In 2022, that backing earnt her a spot on the Australian Para-Alpine Team.
From Brisbane heat to Alpine peaks
Away from the snow, animals loom large in Gunew's life.
Horses have been a lifelong passion, and she is currently studying a Bachelor of Agribusiness at UQ's Gatton Campus.
"I've always loved animals, especially horses," she said.
"Studying agriculture gives me something outside of skiing to focus on and it's something I'd really like to build a career in after sport.
"I would love to run my own hobby farm with family."
For now she's chasing selection for a Winter Paralympic debut next year.
"Italy is actually my favourite country to compete in," she said.
"We had a test event in Cortina, and even though I didn't podium, I was super proud of how I skied.
"The course is tricky, but the mountains are stunning. I'm really happy that's where the Games will be."
She has already qualified in Slalom but is chasing qualifications in giant slalom (GS), and Super-G. Giant Slalom has wider gates to navigate than slalom, with Super-G having the widest gates and highest speeds of them all.
Dynamic duo in a solo sport
At the centre of Gunew's skiing success is a partnership.
Her guide, Ethan Jackson, is not just a teammate but an extension of her on the mountain.
"I absolutely couldn't do it without Ethan," Gunew said.
"He trains just as hard as I do, if not harder."
But how does their partnership work?
"People think we're tied together, but we're actually not touching at all," she said.
"We ski as close as possible, a range of about 30m and we have Bluetooth comms in our helmets.
"He lets me know when the terrain changes, if the snow is icy or when we're switching turns. I trust him completely."
Milestones and momentum
Together they've taken on the toughest slopes in Europe and the results speak for themselves.
"One of my highlights was my first World Cup podium in Switzerland," Gunew said.
"The hill was beautiful, the weather was perfect and standing on the podium was such an amazing way to finish the day.
"I actually managed to do it 2 years in a row at the same place, which was incredible."
The pair has since collected more medals on the international circuit and consistently finished inside the top 10 across the slalom, Giant Slalom, and Super-G events.
The results earned Gunew consecutive Female Para-Alpine Athlete of the Year awards from Snow Australia.
Now, with the 2026 Winter Paralympics on the horizon, that momentum is building toward something bigger.
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Original text here: https://news.uq.edu.au/2025-10-sunshine-state-slopes-georgia-gunews-path-winter-paralympics
Calls for equal access to voluntary assisted dying using telehealth
BRISBANE, Australia, March 16 -- The University of Queensland posted the following news:
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Calls for equal access to voluntary assisted dying using telehealth
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Telehealth could vastly improve access to voluntary assisted dying (VAD) in Australia and address a significant health inequity, University of Queensland-led research has found.
Dr Helen Haydon, from UQ's Centre for the Business and Economics of Health, and PhD candidate Imogen Summers reviewed published research about how telehealth was used for VAD in other countries, and concluded the benefits outweighed the risks.
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BRISBANE, Australia, March 16 -- The University of Queensland posted the following news:
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Calls for equal access to voluntary assisted dying using telehealth
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Telehealth could vastly improve access to voluntary assisted dying (VAD) in Australia and address a significant health inequity, University of Queensland-led research has found.
Dr Helen Haydon, from UQ's Centre for the Business and Economics of Health, and PhD candidate Imogen Summers reviewed published research about how telehealth was used for VAD in other countries, and concluded the benefits outweighed the risks.
"Australiais the only country in the world with legislation preventing telehealth to be used for VAD," Dr Haydon said.
"We reviewed 230 articles to see what risks and benefits were associated with the practice but found nothing in the literature to suggest that it posed a risk.
"Instead, we found benefits, especially in terms of increasing access for people living in rural or remote communities and unable to travel due to severe illness."
"It is a healthcare equity issue for those residents."
Dr Haydon said health professionals overseas reported using telehealth for VAD could be safer.
"Telehealth allowed more consultations with the patient and their family, providing more informed care," she said.
"Video conferencing with patients was found to be just as effective as in-person assessments, depending on what is required.
"A major part of the assessment is conversation about possible end-of-life treatments and being comfortable with their decision, which can be done effectively via video."
Dr Haydon said outside of Australia, the use of telehealth for VAD was largely seen as a clinical decision, not a legal one.
"In countries where assisted dying exists, there are often no regulations for using telehealth," she said.
"If there are, it usually takes the form of policies and guidelines to address issues like preventing coercion, ensuring service effectiveness, maintaining privacy, cybersecurity protocols and safe prescribing and use of medication.
"In Canada, they evaluated the potential risks and deemed them so low there was no need for legislative controls, and it is up to the individual provinces to implement policy and procedures.
"Overall, there seems to be little question about the use of telehealth for VAD apart from in Australia, where the law is based on limited evidence."
Dr Haydon said conflicting federal and state legislation made Australia's approach complicated.
"Under the Australian criminal code, the use of internet, phone or video services to counsel, incite or provide instructions to suicide is criminalised, whereas some states' laws have telehealth-specific clauses which attempt to permit some telehealth use," she said.
"The debate about whether or not VAD should be classed as suicide continues, however most literature is calling for an amendment to The Code, specifying that suicide does not include VAD when carried out lawfully.
"Because of the legal discrepancies, healthcare providers fear prosecution for even discussing VAD with patients through telehealth services.
"Yet it is health professionals who hear firsthand from eligible patients the distress of not having control over how, when and with whom they die."
Dr Haydon said most Australian literature discussing access to VAD was calling for an amendment to the criminal code.
"At a time when voluntary assisted dying is on the increase, telehealth is needed more than ever but Australian laws are preventing access."
The research has been published in Australian Health Review.
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Original text here: https://news.uq.edu.au/2026-03-calls-equal-access-voluntary-assisted-dying-using-telehealth
Buffalo State's Women in Technology program supports and empowers
BUFFALO, New York, March 16 -- Buffalo State University issued the following news release:
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Buffalo State's Women in Technology program supports and empowers
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In late February, Buffalo State University, in partnership with Institutional Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and Academic Affairs, launched the Buffalo State Women in Technology program as a faculty and staff initiative operating under the SUNY Women in Technology (WIT) program. The university's recent International Women's Day event reflected its commitment to empowering women across disciplines, and WIT furthers this mission
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BUFFALO, New York, March 16 -- Buffalo State University issued the following news release:
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Buffalo State's Women in Technology program supports and empowers
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In late February, Buffalo State University, in partnership with Institutional Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and Academic Affairs, launched the Buffalo State Women in Technology program as a faculty and staff initiative operating under the SUNY Women in Technology (WIT) program. The university's recent International Women's Day event reflected its commitment to empowering women across disciplines, and WIT furthers this missionby supporting faculty and staff in developing their expertise, sharing knowledge, and inspiring the next generation pursuing careers in technology.
"The creation of WIT at Buffalo State provides a wonderful opportunity for the campus to come together to highlight and celebrate gender diversity in technology," said Lisa Morrison - Fronckowiak, chief diversity officer. At Morrison-Fronckowiak's invitation, WIT participants attended the Women United International Women's Day Discussion, which brought together community leaders to discuss empowering women.
"In a world increasingly shaped by technology, initiatives like Buffalo State's chapter of Women in Technology help ensure that technological literacy and opportunity remain accessible to all faculty and staff across our academic community," added Amitra Wall, provost and vice president for Academic Affairs.
Technology at Buffalo State is not confined to a single department; it lives in classrooms, advising centers, research labs, offices, healthcare spaces, libraries, and outreach programs where it strengthens learning, enhances collaboration, improves processes, and expands opportunity. As such, Buffalo State WIT is not limited to formal IT roles; it is for educators transforming learning with digital tools, advisors leveraging systems to support students, administrators improving workflows, researchers exploring emerging technologies, and professionals across campus who rely on innovation to move the institution forward.
Maria Garrity (left) and Sue McCartney
Buffalo State WIT leadership includes Morrison-Fronckowiak and Wall as executive advisors and co-chairs Maria Garrity, senior programmer/analyst for Information Technology and Susan McCartney, director of the Small Business Development Center. (More information about the WIT advisory team is available in the Daily Bulletin.)
The launch of WIT is a full-circle professional moment for Garrity and McCartney, as Garrity began her career as intern at the Greater Buffalo Small Business Development Center more than 40 years ago, where she worked alongside McCartney.
"Sue has been a mentor to me for years as a successful woman in business," Garrity said. "The launch of WIT creates new opportunities for faculty and staff to collaborate, share knowledge, and support women pursuing careers in technology while strengthening Buffalo State's commitment to innovation and student success."
As we celebrate Women's History Month, Buffalo State and WIT recognizes and honors the achievements of women in technology across campus. When asked to highlight the many ways faculty and staff integrate technology into their work every day, WIT participants cited the following examples:
* Wendy Paterson, professor and interim dean of the School of Education and Applied Professions, reflected on the rapid evolution of educational technology and the responsibility of educators to help students use technology thoughtfully and creatively.
* The Small Business Development Center's all-female team of business advisors participates in ongoing professional development and explores emerging tools such as artificial intelligence to better support entrepreneurs.
* Professor Sarbani Banerjee, along with associate professor and computer information systems (CIS) internship coordinator Ramona Santa Maria and former CIS Department chair Neal Mazur, co-founded the Women in Computing Club to support students in CIS and Engineering Technology. Through this initiative, students organized coding and cybersecurity workshops, participated in hackathons, and volunteered at Girls Coding Camps and Girl Scout coding events. Banerjee also mentors Buffalo State youth and students in the Faculty Engaged Series. Santa Maria also guides young women in CIS, helping them build the confidence and capability to excel in tech careers. Mazur noted that initiatives like GenCyber Camp help middle and high school teachers introduce cybersecurity concepts to their students.
Assistant coach Brooke Woodard uses technology to support the women's basketball team.
* Lecturer Diane Dillon, a retired vice president of information technology at Ingram Micro, brings global industry experience to the classroom. After leading technical teams across five continents for a Fortune 100 company, she now helps Buffalo State students with careers in IT through collaboration and real-world problem solving.
* Andrew Garrity, CIS lecturer, works with educators on topics such as cyber ethics and online safety, helping teachers prepare students to recognize phishing scams, protect data, and navigate cyber threats responsibly.
* Valerie Celenza cited the Ron Brown Scholarship, which supports Buffalo State students who demonstrate meaningful use of technology in their studies and future careers.
* The Career and Professional Education Center (CAPE) provides career counseling, employer partnerships, internships, and professional development opportunities to help students translate their skills into meaningful careers. CAPE works to ensure that women pursuing technology-related and educational careers have access to opportunities that support leadership and innovation.
* Clinical manager April Petrik mentioned that the Weigel Health Center 's electronic medical record system supports scheduling, documentation, and collaboration among staff. The center's all-female team works together to continually improve the system to better serve students.
Christian Foerstner and Rachel Grampp
* Women's basketball coach Scott Foster and assistant coach Brooke Woodard use digital platforms such as HUDL, Synergy Sports, and FastScout to analyze performance and prepare for games. Women's ice hockey coach Rachel Grampp and assistant coach Christian Foerstner use video analysis tools to review practices and games, helping players improve performance and prepare strategically for opponents.
* Elizabeth Grady, director of development events, began her career in the late 1990s working with theatrical lighting technology. She now blends creativity and technology by using data and digital tools to plan fundraising events that support student scholarships.
* Erin Habes, lecturer for fashion textile technology said, "As apparel production moved overseas, the fashion industry became increasingly technology driven. Buffalo State's fashion and textile technology program equips students with digital design, 3D visualization, tech packs, and PLM tools for the global fashion industry."
* Women contribute significantly to Buffalo State's online programs and microcredentials. Program coordinator Andrea B. Nikischer said, "We honor women who use technology by centering their expertise in the creation of Buffalo State's online programs and microcredentials, allowing them to scale their impact and teach the next generation of educators how to combine pedagogy and technology." Vicky Lee, a graduate of the Adult Education M.S. program who earned microcredentials in Instructional Design and Online Teaching and received the Adult Education Comprehensive Exam Award, is now pursuing a Ph.D. in Education at George Washington University with a fully funded research assistantship focused on human-technology collaboration in higher education.
Vicky Lee
* Angela Thering, lecturer in the adult education program, said students learn from observing how faculty use technology responsibly and creatively.
* Kristy Mediak, director of procurement and strategic sourcing, said the university's e-procurement system supports campus purchasing and the upcoming implementation of Total Contract Manager, which will provide digital workflows for contract management, reporting, and payments.
These examples, ranging from academic programs and student mentorship to operational innovation and athletics, demonstrate how Buffalo State fosters an environment where women can lead, innovate, and thrive across many areas of technology and education.
Faculty and staff interested in participating in the Buffalo State WIT community and sharing ideas for future programs and events are encouraged to connect with the WIT leadership team. To be added to the Buffalo State WIT email distribution list, please contact Maria or Sue. The WIT team looks forward to welcoming new participants and sharing details about upcoming campus events.
Photos by Maria Garrity ; photo of Garrity and McCartney by Small Business Development Center.
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Original text here: https://suny.buffalostate.edu/news/buffalo-states-women-technology-program-supports-and-empowers
UNM hosts Ashton Speaker Series spring 2026
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, March 15 -- The University of New Mexico posted the following news:
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Even the most accomplished instructors can struggle with self-doubt. The Ashton Speaker Series returns this spring with an exploration of how impostor syndrome shows up in educators' professional lives and how it affects learning, teaching and leadership.
Hosted by UNM University Libraries, the series features distinguished speaker SherAaron Hurt, director of Workshops and Training for The Carpentries, a nonprofit that teaches foundational coding
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ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, March 15 -- The University of New Mexico posted the following news:
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UNM hosts Ashton Speaker Series spring 2026
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Even the most accomplished instructors can struggle with self-doubt. The Ashton Speaker Series returns this spring with an exploration of how impostor syndrome shows up in educators' professional lives and how it affects learning, teaching and leadership.
Hosted by UNM University Libraries, the series features distinguished speaker SherAaron Hurt, director of Workshops and Training for The Carpentries, a nonprofit that teaches foundational codingand data science skills to researchers worldwide.
By reframing how educators understand confidence and expertise, the series will invite participants to consider how belonging shapes student persistence and success. The lecture and workshop will especially resonate with early career faculty, graduate students and anyone engaged in teaching, mentoring or academic leadership who wants to strengthen their practices around engagement.
The Ashton Lecture, When Expertise isn't Enough: How Connection and Belonging Sustain Learning, is set for Tuesday, March 31, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Willard Reading Room in Zimmerman Library.
This lecture delves into how connection, encouragement, and psychological safety shape engagement and persistence in academic learning environments. Hurt challenges conventional notions that those who teach must arrive in their classrooms already confident in their expertise. Attendees will gain valuable insights into using human-centered approaches to teaching and student support to reduce fear, strengthen engagement, and foster sustainable learning across higher education.
Following the lecture, participants are invited to deepen their understanding through the Ashton Workshop, Confidence Optional, Connection Required: Learning and Leading Beyond Expertise. Taking place on the same day from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at the Frank Waters Room in Zimmerman Library, this interactive workshop offers an opportunity for guided reflection and discussion, leading to strategies for navigating self-doubt and sustaining engagement when confidence is low. Facilitated by Hurt, attendees will engage with ways to foster connection and encouragement as practical tools.
Registration for both the lecture and workshop is free, but space is limited. Interested individuals are encouraged to secure their spot by registering today. Lunch will be provided for workshop attendees.
About the Speaker
SherAaron Hurt brings a wealth of expertise to the Ashton Speaker Series. She is a leader in data science education and inclusive community building. As the director of Workshops and Training for The Carpentries, she provides strategic oversight for global workshops and leads instructor and trainer programs, including certification, curriculum development and community engagement. With a background in business administration, marketing and hospitality management, she brings a service-driven, people-centered approach to advancing equitable learning experiences worldwide.
The Ashton Speaker Series, supported through a donation from Marjorie Whetstone Ashton, brings together scholars, researchers and thought leaders to explore cutting-edge topics in academia and beyond. The series aims to promote interdisciplinary dialogue.
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Original text here: https://news.unm.edu/news/unm-hosts-ashton-speaker-series-spring-2026
Rider University Launches New Student Media Center
LAWRENCEVILLE, New Jersey, March 15 -- Rider University issued the following news release on March 13, 2026:
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Rider University launches new Student Media Center
Student organizations for TV, news and radio will now operate under one umbrella
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Through the creation of a new Student Media Center at Rider University this spring, three student organizations centered on the production of news, television and radio have been brought together under one umbrella. The new structure was designed to create greater experiential learning opportunities and increased media literacy for students.
The
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LAWRENCEVILLE, New Jersey, March 15 -- Rider University issued the following news release on March 13, 2026:
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Rider University launches new Student Media Center
Student organizations for TV, news and radio will now operate under one umbrella
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Through the creation of a new Student Media Center at Rider University this spring, three student organizations centered on the production of news, television and radio have been brought together under one umbrella. The new structure was designed to create greater experiential learning opportunities and increased media literacy for students.
TheStudent Media Center is comprised of the University's student newspaper, The Rider News, student radio station, 107.7 The Bronc, and student television production studio, Rider University Network (R.U.N.).
"Coming from the real world, I'm attuned to the fact that when you're working in media today, you can't be a one-trick pony any more," says John Mozes, the executive director of the new Student Media Center, as well as the general manager of 107.7 The Bronc. "Media is no longer siloed. You need to be proficient with a variety of tools, and the media center is designed to do that. I want students to gain a more diversified portfolio at Rider to make them more marketable and help them land the job they want."
Through cross-collaboration, students will have more opportunities to create content across platforms, including radio and podcasts, digital and print media, TV and video streaming, social media, live broadcasting, blogging, public relations, and more. Participating students are eligible to earn a new academic certificate to demonstrate their high level of media literacy to potential employers.
"The Student Media Center is both academic and professional in nature," Mozes says. "Students are learning what it's like to work with clients and deadlines. It's real experiential learning, where they are taking what they learn in the classroom and applying it in situations that they will face daily in the media workforce."
Mozes aims to operate the new center like a professional media company, where students can also learn about the value of generating revenue and how to work with advertisers, sponsors and contracts. Each entity will be expected to generate revenue, much like the radio station already does. Under Mozes' leadership, 107.7 The Bronc brings in about $100,000 a year through advertising, fundraising and merchandising to supplement its operating budget provided by the University. Because the media center operates in print, online and on air, it increases opportunities for advertisers to reach more people in different and affordable ways.
"Just like at the radio station, hitting our revenue goals will mean we can do more things, such as buying newer and better equipment and sending students to conferences," he says.
Despite operating under one umbrella, the three student organizations will continue as distinct entities. The Rider News, which has served the Rider community since 1930, will still operate as a weekly newspaper. 107.7 The Bronc, which is regularly recognized as one of the top college radio stations in the nation, will maintain the production of its award-winning radio shows, podcasts and on-campus events. And R.U.N. will still offer professional video production tools, services and programming as it has since 2000.
With the new structure in place, Mozes envisions the Student Media Center as more than just a collection of student clubs; he sees it as a launchpad for brands that create a genuine impact on students and the people they serve through their work.
"We want the media center to go beyond being student clubs to becoming real brands with a strong sense of community," he says.
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Original text here: https://www.rider.edu/about/news/rider-university-launches-new-student-media-center
NTU Singapore introduces new AI-focused professional training courses
SINGAPORE, March 15 -- Nanyang Technological University posted the following news:
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NTU Singapore introduces new AI-focused professional training courses
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Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is launching eight new AI-focused professional programmes in 2026 as demand for artificial intelligence (AI) skills continues to grow across industries.
These programmes are offered under NTU's SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP) portfolio, which is designed to support mid-career professionals looking to reskill or transition into new roles. Typically lasting
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SINGAPORE, March 15 -- Nanyang Technological University posted the following news:
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NTU Singapore introduces new AI-focused professional training courses
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Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is launching eight new AI-focused professional programmes in 2026 as demand for artificial intelligence (AI) skills continues to grow across industries.
These programmes are offered under NTU's SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP) portfolio, which is designed to support mid-career professionals looking to reskill or transition into new roles. Typically lastingbetween three and six months, the programmes aim to equip professionals with practical skills to support career transitions into emerging AI-related roles.
Examples of the new programmes include the Advanced Professional Certificate in AI Engineering and the Advanced Professional Certificate in AI-Powered UX Design and Digital Product Strategy.
The Advanced Professional Certificate in AI Engineering is designed for professionals seeking to move into roles such as AI Applications Engineer, AI Integration Engineer, or Full-Stack Developer with AI capabilities. Participants learn how to apply AI models and develop AI-enabled applications through a series of modules, culminating in a GenAI capstone project where learners design, develop and deploy an AI-powered application.
The Advanced Professional Certificate in AI-Powered UX Design and Digital Product Strategy equips professionals with skills in product discovery, user research, analytics and digital product design. Participants learn to use data and AI tools to design and prototype digital products and user experiences. The programme culminates in a capstone project integrating research, design and product development.
These programmes reflect growing demand for applied AI capabilities as organisations accelerate digital transformation and adopt AI-driven technologies across their operations.
NTU Alumni Learning Day 2026
NTU Alumni Learning Day 2026, themed "Thrive 360 - Grow, Lead, and Live Well", brings together NTU alumni, industry leaders and subject matter experts to explore how professionals can remain relevant and resilient in a rapidly evolving workplace.
The event will feature talks and discussions centred on career development, leadership and lifelong learning. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with alumni speakers, attend industry-relevant sessions and connect with fellow professionals.
Guest-of-Honour Mr Desmond Tan, Senior Minister of State, Prime Minister's Office, will deliver the keynote address and participate in a panel discussion on lifelong learning skills and career resilience.
Alumni speakers include Ms Carolyn Choo, CEO and Managing Director of Worldwide Hotels Group, and Mr Steven Lim, Group CEO and Founder of RSTN Consulting Group.
Participants can also explore NTU's lifelong learning ecosystem through partner booths featuring the NTU Academy of Professional and Continuing Education (PACE), Nanyang Executive Education under NTU's Nanyang Business School, and the Employment and Employability Institute (e2i).
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