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State Tipoffs Involving New Jersey Newsletter for Sunday February 11, 2024 ( 41 items )  

American Water Charitable Foundation Launches 2024 Water and Environment Grant Program
CAMDEN, New Jersey, Feb. 6 -- American Water, a water and wastewater company, issued the following news release on Feb. 5, 2024: The American Water Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water, the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced today that it launched the 2024 Water and Environment Grant Program. The Foundation invites community partners to apply for grants that promote clean water, conservation, environmental educa  more

American Water Named One of America's Most JUST Companies by JUST Capital and CNBC
CAMDEN, New Jersey, Feb. 9 -- American Water, a water and wastewater company, issued the following news release on Feb. 8, 2024: American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced today that it has been named one of America's Most JUST Companies by JUST Capital and CNBC. American Water is the highest-ranked water utility and ranked 68th overall, well within the top 10% of all Russell 1000 companies that were considered. The JUST 100 is   more

American Water Shares Convenient Ways for Customers to Pay Their Water Bill
CAMDEN, New Jersey, Feb. 7 -- American Water, a water and wastewater company, issued the following news release: American Water provides customers with five payment options to choose from and convenient services to help pay their water bill. Payment options: * Pay Automatically - Save time and postage by enrolling in our Auto Pay program and your bill will be paid on time, every time. Choose to have your monthly bill automatically applied to your credit card or deducted directly from your che  more

Class of 2023 Outcomes Report: A Stevens Education Continues to Deliver Return on Investment
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Feb. 10 (TNSres) -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news: The Undergraduate Class of 2023 Career Outcomes Report reinforces Stevens Institute of Technology's position as a leading research university that empowers students with its robust, technology-focused curriculum. An impressive 96.4% of graduates -- with an 81.6% knowledge rate -- achieved their desired career outcomes and had an average salary of $85,200. For the second year in a row, 99% of fema  more

Environmental Club Members Lead Carbon Removals Purchase at RVCC
NORTH BRANCH, New Jersey, Feb. 3 -- Raritan Valley Community College issued the following news release: Raritan Valley Community College students recently spearheaded the efforts for the College's first carbon removals purchase. Carbon removal refers to the process of eliminating carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and storing it, which is done to counteract greenhouse gas emissions. Like carbon offsets, carbon removals are sold by the ton of carbon dioxide removed. The carbon removals purchase  more

Felician University Undergraduate Research Conference Seeks Proposals
RUTHERFORD, New Jersey, Feb. 9 (TNSres) -- Felician University issued the following news release on Feb. 7, 2024: Associate Dean Dr. Lavina Sequeira of the School of Arts & Sciences is proud to announce the 3rd Annual Felician University Undergraduate Research Conference will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 8:30am to 4pm on the Rutherford campus. This highly anticipated and well-attended Undergraduate Research Conference is open to ALL undergraduate students. It is actively seeking p  more

Felician University: The Barbara J. Toscano Nursing Resource and Simulation Center Receives Latest Simulation Equipment
RUTHERFORD, New Jersey, Feb. 7 -- Felician University issued the following news release: Felician University's Barbara J. Toscano Nursing Resource and Simulation Center received the latest in-patient simulation technology earlier this month with the delivery of unique and specialized equipment. An Anatomage table, an Augmented Reality System and realistic suture arms were delivered to this state-of-the-art nursing education facility located on the Rutherford campus. The Nursing Resource Simulat  more

ICYMI: N.J. FIRST LADY MURPHY, ACTING HEALTH COMMISSIONER BASTON UNVEIL NJ REPORT CARD ON HOSPITAL MATERNITY CARE
TRENTON, New Jersey, Feb. 8 (TNSres) -- First Lady Tammy Murphy issued the following news release on Feb. 7, 2024: First Lady Tammy Murphy and New Jersey Department of Health Acting Commissioner Kaitlan Baston today released the New Jersey Report Card of Hospital Maternity Care (https://www.nj.gov/health/maternal/morbidity/mhh_reportcard/reportcard_new/index.shtml). The report card is the first of its kind in the nation and outlines key metrics on maternal health care derived from 2021 and 2022  more

Kentucky American Water Announces Launch of American Water Charitable Foundation 2024 Water and Environment Grant Program
CAMDEN, New Jersey, Feb. 9 -- Kentucky American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, issued the following news release: Kentucky American Water is delighted to announce the launch of the American Water Charitable Foundation 2024 Water and Environment Grant Program. To streamline the grant experience for its community partners, the Foundation has combined American Water's former Environmental Grant Program with its Water and Environment Grant Program. This strategic integration will strengthen  more

LEGISLATION TO WAIVE TUITION FEES FOR APPRENTICESHIP COURSES IN NEW JERSEY CLEARS ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE
TRENTON, New Jersey, Feb. 6 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news release on Feb. 5, 2024: Legislation designed to alleviate the burden of tuition costs for apprenticeships and enhance access to career-building opportunities cleared the Assembly Labor Committee today. Bill A513, sponsored by Assembly Democrats Wayne P. DeAngelo and Verlina Reynolds-Jackson, would provide a tuition fee waiver for eligible individuals who are participating in registered apprenticeship pro  more

Montclair State University: 2024 College Rankings - U.S. News & World Report Ranks Online Graduate Programs Among Nation's Best
MONTCLAIR, New Jersey, Feb. 8 -- Montclair State University issued the following news release: U.S. News & World Report has released its Best Online Programs survey for 2024 and once again, Montclair State University's offerings rank among the best in the nation. The five University programs that participate in the survey include the master's in Business Administration (MBA), master's in Education, master's in Information Technology, master's in Business and master's in Nursing. Highlights fr  more

N.J. A.G. Platkin Announces Settlement With TradeStation Crypto, Inc.
TRENTON, New Jersey, Feb. 8 -- New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin issued the following news release on Feb. 7, 2024: Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs today announced that the Bureau of Securities entered into a consent order with TradeStation Crypto, Inc. to resolve an investigation into the offer and sale of unregistered securities in connection with its crypto interest-earning program. The $1.5 million multistate settlement, on behalf of 51  more

N.J. A.G. Platkin's Office Investigating Fatal Crash in Hackettstown, N.J.
TRENTON, New Jersey, Feb. 7 -- New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin issued the following news release on Feb. 6, 2024: The Attorney General's Office is investigating a fatal motor vehicle accident that occurred on Monday, February 5, 2024, in Hackettstown, New Jersey. One adult male sustained fatal injuries. His identity is not being released at this time. According to the preliminary investigation, shortly after 6 a.m., a New Jersey State Police trooper, in an unmarked police SUV, c  more

N.J. A.G. Platkin: Juvenile Justice Commission Announces the Opening of the Essex County Restorative and Transformative Justice Hub
TRENTON, New Jersey, Feb. 8 -- New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin issued the following news release on Feb. 7, 2024: Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Juvenile Justice Commission (JJC) today announced the opening of the first of four planned Restorative and Transformative Justice Hubs (RTJ Hubs) in New Jersey. On Monday, February 5, Attorney General Platkin and JJC Executive Director Dr. Jennifer LeBaron joined Essex County leaders at a ceremony celebrating the opening of   more

N.J. Environmental Protection Dept. Releases New Jersey's 2022 Integrated Water Quality Assessment Report
TRENTON, New Jersey, Feb. 7 (TNSres) -- The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news release on Feb. 6, 2024: The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection today made available its draft Integrated Water Quality Assessment Report (https://dep.nj.gov/wms/bears/water-quality-assessment/). The report shows improving and stabilizing conditions for key water quality parameters over time. A 30-day public comment period is now open for the 303(d) list of imp  more

N.J. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION DEPT. SEEKS PARTNERS TO HELP YOUTH FROM OVERBURDENED COMMUNITIES BECOME TOMORROW'S ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERS
TRENTON, New Jersey, Feb. 9 -- The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news release on Feb. 8, 2024: The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is seeking to partner with up to five community-based organizations for the fourth year of its successful Youth Inclusion Initiative to help young people in overburdened communities get involved in environmental protection and support a more diverse workforce, Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette announced today  more

N.J. GOV. MURPHY AND MAYOR ADAMS CELEBRATE NEW YORK NEW JERSEY SELECTION AS HOST FOR BIGGEST SPORTING EVENT IN WORLD HISTORY: FIFA WORLD CUP 26 FINAL
TRENTON, New Jersey, Feb. 6 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on Feb. 5, 2024: New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and New York City Mayor Eric Adams celebrated today's announcement that the Host Region of New York New Jersey (NYNJ) was awarded the rights to host the FIFA World Cup 26(TM) Final and seven other matches throughout the tournament at New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium) in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The match schedule -- including dates and  more

N.J. Gov. Murphy Signs Executive Order Establishing the New Jersey-India Commission
TRENTON, New Jersey, Feb. 7 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on Feb. 6, 2024: Governor Phil Murphy today signed Executive Order No. 354 establishing the New Jersey-India Commission. The commission will be charged with advancing bilateral trade and investment and encouraging economic development in both New Jersey and India. As India is the most populous country in the world with one of the fastest-growing economies, the commission aims to promote cultural and  more

New Jersey American Water Announces Launch of American Water Charitable Foundation 2024 Water and Environment Grant Program
CAMDEN, New Jersey, Feb. 8 -- New Jersey American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, issued the following news release: New Jersey American Water is excited to announce the launch of the American Water Charitable Foundation 2024 Water and Environment Grant Program. To streamline the grant experience for its community partners, the Foundation has combined American Water's former Environmental Grant Program with its Water and Environment Grant Program. This strategic integration will strength  more

NEW JERSEY ASSEMBLY DEMOCRATS: LEGISLATION TO BOLSTER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES CLEARS ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE
TRENTON, New Jersey, Feb. 6 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news release on Feb. 5, 2024: The Assembly Labor Committee today advanced legislation that would establish a new state program to connect individuals with disabilities with job training and employment resources. Bill A2769, sponsored by Assembly Majority Leader Louis D. Greenwald, furthers legislative efforts to support New Jersey residents with disabilities who are looking for jobs. "I'm proud that A2769 wou  more

Ramapo College Announces 2024 Distinguished Citizens Award Honorees
MAHWAH, New Jersey, Feb. 10 -- Ramapo College issued the following news release on Feb. 9, 2024: The Ramapo College Foundation will honor four individuals for their professional achievement, commitment and community service at its Annual Distinguished Citizens Gala on Friday, April 5, at the Rockleigh Country Club in Rockleigh, N.J. The Honorable Paul A. Sarlo Paul A. Sarlo is the Deputy Majority Leader of the New Jersey Senate. He has served as Chairperson of the Budget and Appropriations Co  more

Ramapo College: Arizona John Doe Identified Using Investigative Genetic Genealogy
MAHWAH, New Jersey, Feb. 7 (TNSres) -- Ramapo College issued the following news release: Students of the Ramapo College of New Jersey Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG) Center have successfully uncovered the identity of "Beaver Creek John Doe," now known to be Mr. David Emil Jacobsen, through DNA testing and investigative genetic genealogy. In 2011, the deceased body of a male subject was discovered near a hiking area in Beaver Creek, Yavapai County, Arizona. This decedent had no wallet or  more

Rutgers Astronomer Leads Effort to Map History of Stars in Nearby Galaxy
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Feb. 7 (TNSres) -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * Kristen McQuinn is searching for clues about the early universe * * * By Kitta MacPherson Employing massive data sets collected through NASA's James Webb Space Telescope, a research team led by a Rutgers University-New Brunswick astronomer is unearthing clues to conditions existing in the early universe. The team has catalogued the ages of stars in the Wolf-Lundmark-Melotte (WLM) galaxy, const  more

Rutgers: Certain Older Americans Show Hesitation Around Brain Scan Research
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Feb. 10 (TNSres) -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * Rutgers Health researchers find differences among Asian older adults' support of research and inclination to receive MRI results * * * Asian Americans are less likely than their white peers to participate in health research involving MRIs and addressing this hesitancy could improve research, according to a Rutgers Health-led study. Findings by the researchers, published in Alzheimer's & Dement  more

Rutgers: Exposure to Gun Violence Is Associated With Suicidal Behavior in Black Adults
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Feb. 7 (TNSres) -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * Whether experienced directly or indirectly, gun violence is damaging Black Americans' mental health, according to Rutgers Health study * * * By Patti Zielinski Black adults who have been exposed to gun violence are more likely to have lifetime suicidal ideation, according to a study by Rutgers Health researchers. The study, published in JAMA Network Open, found that Black adults who were shot,  more

Rutgers: Methadone Use in Early Pregnancy May Lead to More Birth Defects Than Buprenorphine
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Feb. 6 (TNSres) -- Rutgers University issued the following news: By Andrew Smith Researchers from Rutgers Health and Harvard Medical School have found fewer congenital defects in children whose mothers treated opioid use disorder with buprenorphine rather than methadone during the first trimester of pregnancy. The study findings extend those from a previous study from the same research group, which found fewer preterm births and fewer incidences of withdrawal sympto  more

Rutgers: New Jerseyans' Ratings of Where They Live and Neighborhood Safety Are Positive Overall, But Sharply Divided by Race, Ethnicity and Other Demographics
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Feb. 7 (TNSres) -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * More than half say crime in their neighborhood has stayed the same, while 3 in 10 say it is worse; 4 in 10 are at least somewhat worried they will be a victim of crime * * * While New Jerseyans as a whole rate the quality of life in their local area positively and feel safe where they live, perceptions vary widely based on who you ask and where they are located, according to the latest Rutgers-E  more

Rutgers: Perceptions of Manhood and Masculinities Among Disabled Violently Injured Black Men in a Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Program
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Feb. 7 (TNSres) -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * A Rutgers Health study finds participants' disabilities also impacted their perceptions of independence * * * Black men with firearm-acquired disabilities face negative physical and psychological impacts on their manhood, independence and mobility, according to a Rutgers Health study. The study, published in the American Journal of Men's Health, explored the relationship between Black manhood/m  more

Rutgers: Taking Proactive Steps, Rutgers Provides Free Narcan to the Community
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Feb. 8 -- Rutgers University issued the following news: Rutgers University is providing free Narcan kits supplied by the New Jersey Department of Human Services on its New Brunswick, Camden and Newark campuses as a preventive measure to enhance the safety and well-being of community members. Rutgers officials said the proactive initiative ensures faculty, staff and students are equipped to respond effectively to opioid overdoses and potentially save lives in their co  more

Stevens Institute of Technology Earns Great Place To Work Certification(TM) Second Year in a Row
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Feb. 9 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news: Stevens Institute of Technology is proud to be Certified(TM) by Great Place To Work(R) for the second year in a row. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Stevens Institute of Technology. This year, 81% of employees said it's a great place to work -- 24 points higher than the average U.S. company. Stevens' leadership dedicated itself to inc  more

Stevens Institute of Technology: Bridging the Gap in Civil Infrastructure Monitoring - Kaijian Liu and Yi Bao Receive $1,199,988 National Science Foundation Grant
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Feb. 7 (TNSres) -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news: The National Academy for Engineering has identified the improvement of aging and deteriorating U.S. civil structures -- such as roads, bridges, dams, tunnels and power plants -- as one of this century's biggest challenges. Kaijian Liu and Yi Bao, both assistant professors in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Ocean Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology, are tackling that challeng  more

Stevens Institute of Technology: Making Her Mark at Apple's Core
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Feb. 9 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news: Tingyi "Kayla" Zheng has gone from taking classes 10 minutes from "the Big Apple" to playing an integral role for one of the oldest and largest suppliers of a different kind of big Apple. A 2021 graduate of the Stevens School of Business finance master's program, Kayla currently performs a dual role with Foxconn, one of the world's largest contract electronics manufacturers with a factory in her hometown   more

Stevens Institute of Technology: Sean Dirscherl P.E. '16 M.Eng. '16 Builds Foundations That Last
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Jan. 30 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news: As a project manager with McLaren Engineering Group, Sean Dirscherl P.E. '16 M.Eng. '16 ensures that waterfront projects rest on secure, resilient foundations. As an active Stevens alumnus, he helps build strong networks for students and young alumni. When taking in the view of an impressive skyline or high-rise, it's typical for our gaze to travel upward, where buildings meet sky. Fortunately, the world  more

Stevens Institute of Technology: SSE Professor Ying Wang Named Inaugural Richardson Fellowship Recipient
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Feb. 8 (TNSres) -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news: Dr. Ying Wang, an associate professor in Stevens' School of Systems and Enterprises, has been selected to receive the inaugural Tom Ode Richardson Faculty Fellowship. The Tom Ode Richardson Faculty Fellowship, previously known as the Stevens Presidential Fellowship, recognizes a faculty member's achievements in research and their potential for future contributions and impact. Dr. Wang joined Stev  more

Stevens Institute of Technology: Unraveling the Dynamics of Abusive Supervision
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Jan. 31 (TNSres) -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news: Managers play a crucial role in shaping their team's career trajectory. A supportive, competent manager can help pave the way for their success, while an abusive manager can potentially hinder professional growth and shake their confidence. New research conducted by School of Business assistant professor Howie (Haoying) Xu and a team of researchers from U.S. universities and one Korean universit  more

Stevens Institute of Technology: Workshop Provides Practical Career Preparation
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Feb. 10 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news: Nearly 150 students from local high schools recently visited the Stevens School of Business to bolster their skills and receive career advice from industry mentors and SSB students. For the seventh consecutive year, SSB and Junior Achievement of New Jersey (JANJ), a non-profit organization that "inspires and prepares young people for success," partnered to host a career-readiness workshop on the Stevens   more

Stevens Online MBA Program Ranked No. 1 in New Jersey
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Feb. 8 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news: The Stevens School of Business is among the nation's top 20 percent in the U.S. News & World Report online rankings for both Best Online MBA and Best Online Master's in Business Programs. The online MBA program improved 13 spots (No. 60) and holds the highest ranking of any program in the State of New Jersey. Stevens is ranked 35th in the nation in online business programs. "One of the main selling point  more

Stevens' Schaefer School of Engineering and Science's Online Master's Programs Remain Top-Tier, According to 2024 National Rankings
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Feb. 8 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news on Feb. 7, 2024: Working engineers and technical professionals seeking to advance in their careers often do not have the flexibility to bolster their knowledge and skills in physical classroom settings. Access to graduate programs at the leading edge of technology, like machine learning and artificial intelligence, can't be found at every university. Today more than ever, individuals are working and studyin  more

Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Holds In-Person Media Availability
NEW YORK, Feb. 7 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of a media availability on Feb. 5, 2024: * * * Deputy Mayor Fabien Levy, Communications: Good morning, everybody. My name is Fabien Levy and I serve as deputy mayor for Communications for the City of New York. We appreciate everyone joining us today for our weekly in person media availability. While we normally hold these forums on Tuesday, the mayor and our team could not contain our excitement of last night's  more

Troutman Pepper Counsels L2 Capital in Acquisition of Robbins Sports Surfaces
PRINCETON, New Jersey, Feb. 9 -- Troutman Pepper, a law firm, issued the following news: Troutman Pepper client L2 Capital, a boutique lower middle market private equity firm, recently announced the completion of its acquisition of Robbins Sports Surfaces, a market-leading manufacturer of hardwood basketball floors. Founded in 1894, Robbins is a vertically integrated, multi-generational family business whose customer base spans elementary, middle, and high schools as well as colleges and NCAA  more

Wiley and University of Macau Sign Agreement to Support Open Access Research
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Feb. 9 -- John Wiley and Sons issued the following news release on Feb. 8, 2024: Wiley, one of the world's largest publishers and a global leader in research and learning, today announced a new 3-year open access agreement with the University of Macau, beginning on January 1, 2024. This represents the first open access agreement between a Macau institution and Wiley. It will provide University of Macau scholars with reading access to Wiley's journal portfolio and enable re  more