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State Tipoffs Involving New York Newsletter for Sunday April 07, 2024 ( 312 items )  
'Momentum' Tour Launches the Most Ambitious Capital Campaign in Adelphi University History
GARDEN CITY, New York, April 2 -- Adelphi University issued the following news: Ninety-year-old alumni and 18-year-old prospective students are being brought together on the Momentum 2 Presidential Reception Tour, a multi-month trip to cities around the country led by Adelphi president Christine M. Riordan. The Momentum 2 Presidential Reception Tour, which began with stops in Florida at the end of February, offers alumni opportunities to connect, reminisce, and expand their networks. It also s  more
2024 Syracuse University Scholars Announced
SYRACUSE, New York, April 2 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Twelve seniors have been named as the 2024 Syracuse University Scholars, the highest undergraduate honor the University bestows. The Syracuse University Scholars Selection Committee, a Universitywide faculty committee, selected the scholars using criteria that included coursework and academic achievement, independent research and creative work, evidence of intellectual growth or innovation in their disciplinary field  more
4 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys in Delaware, Philadelphia Recognized by ALM
NEW YORK, April 3 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP Shareholders Diane N. Ibrahim, Samuel L. Moultrie, and Shira R. Yoshor, and Associate Renee Mosley Delcollo will be recognized at the 2024 Pennsylvania Legal Awards (PALA), sponsored by ALM's Legal Intelligencer. Honorees will be recognized at the awards celebration May 15 at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel. According to Legal Intelligencer, the awards "highlight the great  more
5K run, remembrances to honor fallen Cornell war hero
ITHACA, New York, April 4 -- Cornell University issued the following news: In Barton Hall, a classroom used by Naval Reserve Officers' Training Corps midshipmen and a gym used by the joint ROTC services are named in memory of Maj. Richard J. Gannon II '95, a Marine killed in Iraq in 2004. On April 13, nearly 20 years to the day after Gannon's death in Anbar Province while trying to aid a wounded member of the company he led, NROTC will host a 5K run and program of events designed to celebrate   more
7 Akerman Lawyers Recognized as Franchise Times 2024 Legal Eagles
MIAMI, Florida, April 4 -- Akerman, a law firm, issued the following news release: Top national law firm Akerman is pleased to announce that seven members of its leading Franchise and Licensing Sector Team have been selected by Franchise Times as part of its 2024 class of Legal Eagles. The list of honorees includes Co-Chairs Kevin Hein in Denver and Warren Lee Lewis in Washington, D.C., Corporate Partner Dale Cohen in New York, Litigation Partner William Sentell in Houston, and Corporate Partne  more
AAP announces new annual Strauch Early Career Fellow appointment
ITHACA, New York, April 2 -- Cornell University issued the following news: The College of Architecture, Art, and Planning recently announced the establishment of a new endowed Strauch Early Career Fellow, an annual appointment funded by longtime supporters Hans (B.Arch. '80) and Roger Strauch ('78). Through gifts totaling $1M on behalf of The Mosse Foundation, the Strauchs have championed the college's efforts to create more robust pathways to academic careers. Their latest gift is an outgrowth  more
Acclaimed Genre-Spanning Writer Elizabeth Hand to Give Reading at Bard College on April 22
ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, New York, April 3 -- Bard College issued the following news release: Novelist and short story writer Elizabeth Hand will read from new work at Bard College on Monday, April 22 at 4 pm in Weis Cinema, located in the Bertelsmann Campus Center. Hand is the author of more than 20 genre-spanning, award-winning novels and collections of short fiction. Her most recent novel, A Haunting on the Hill, is an homage to Shirley Jackson's classic The Haunting of Hill House and was commis  more
Accuracy 'nudges' decrease misinformation-sharing on left, right
ITHACA, New York, April 4 -- Cornell University issued the following news: A collaboration between two research teams with opposing perspectives found that, despite claims to the contrary, simply reminding people about the concept of accuracy improves the quality of information sharing on both sides of the political aisle. Both groups - one of which included Gordon Pennycook, associate professor of psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences - conducted exhaustive analyses of 21 surveys of   more
Activist explores George Washington Carver's work
ITHACA, New York, April 5 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Inventor and scientist George Washington Carver made groundbreaking contributions to agriculture, providing profound insights and valuable approaches for modern sustainability efforts. Recognizing his legacy, the upcoming April 16 seminar titled "George Washington Carver and the Language of Plants: A Vital Pathway to Sustainability" will be led by eco-activist Jim Embry as the keynote speaker. Embry's presentation, part  more
Adelphi University: A Women's Leadership Conference That 'Dares to Be Extraordinary'
GARDEN CITY, New York, April 2 -- Adelphi University issued the following news: From a one-time event with a few volunteers to a powerful annual conference with a full day of programs, panels, networking opportunities, keynote speakers and an awards dinner, the Adelphi University Women's Leadership Conference is now making a profound impact on women in business. "This was our largest attendance ever," said Maggie Yoon Grafer '98, MA '08, associate vice president for University advancement and   more
Adelphi University: Higher Education as Rehabilitation, for Herself and Formerly Incarcerated Women
GARDEN CITY, New York, April 4 -- Adelphi University issued the following news: Education and earning a degree from Adelphi offered a lifeline to Serena Martin '05. As executive director for New Hour, she now leads efforts to support incarcerated women and promote policy reform in New York state. Serena Martin '05 was 22 years old when she was released from Bedford Hills Correctional Facility, New York state's largest women's prison, where she had earned her associate degree in its College Pro  more
Albany Law School: 30th Annual Kate Stoneman Awards Honor Three Pioneering Women
ALBANY, New York, April 4 -- Albany Law School issued the following news: By Alex Peebles For 30 years, Albany Law School has formally celebrated the legacy of Kate Stoneman, Class of 1898, as the first woman to graduate from Albany Law School and the first woman to be admitted to the New York State Bar by honoring the women in law who continue to expand opportunities for women. The beloved Kate Stoneman Day has become an esteemed Albany Law tradition that has honored dozens of women who embo  more
Albany Law School: LL.M. Grad Maria Viveiros - Bridging Technology and Law in Cybersecurity
ALBANY, New York, April 3 -- Albany Law School issued the following news: By Darian Quinn Maria Viveiros '23, an inspiring cybersecurity and data privacy figure, is a recent graduate from Albany Law School's online LL.M. program. Her journey in the program has been nothing short of transformative, aiding her drive to prepare the insurance industry for the future of artificial intelligence (AI). While working in the insurance industry, Viveiros recognized the increasing prevalence of cybersecu  more
Albany Law School: Prof. Rosenbloom, Students Analyze Albany Land Use Laws and Impact on Social Equity
ALBANY, New York, April 2 -- Albany Law School issued the following news: By Alex Peebles Albany Law School Professor Jonathan Rosenbloom continues to allow aspiring attorneys to turn classroom curriculum and learning into real-world experience through Albany Law School's Land Use and Racial Justice course. Rosenbloom, who originally studied to become an architect, has dedicated his law career to teaching and looking at land use laws and how they relate to social and racial inequity. "I view   more
Alfred University Receives State Approval for New Degree in Sports and Health Sciences
ALFRED, New York, April 4 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: The New York State Department of Education has approved Alfred University's new Bachelor of Science degree program in Sports and Health Sciences, with the first cohort of students enrolling in the program for the Fall 2024 semester. The program offers concentrations which will lead students to a variety of career opportunities in the health care field or provide them a path to graduate school. The mission of the   more
Alfred University: Doris Moncke, Glass Science Professor, Visits University in Brazil, Offers Short Course, Seminar
ALFRED, New York, April 5 (TNSres) -- Alfred University issued the following news release: Doris Moncke, associate professor of glass science at Alfred University, spent two weeks in March at the Vitreous Materials Laboratory/Federal University of Sao Carlos in Brazil. She presented a short course and a seminar and engaged in discussions with students and faculty. Moncke, who was a visiting professor at Federal University March 1-15, shared her knowledge in glass research through a short cours  more
Alfred University: Hands-on Science - Engineering Student's 1989 Experiment From McMahon Rooftop Draws a Crowd
ALFRED, New York, April 5 (TNSres) -- Alfred University issued the following news release: Nearly 35 years ago, Alfred University's McMahon Engineering Building was the site of a public experiment that drew an audience of about 150 University staff, faculty and students. The1989 experiment was a stress test of sorts on a 100-pound polymer ball dropped from the roof of the northwest wing of McMahon, a fall of about thirty-seven feet. In smaller sizes, the polymer was known to bounce by 80 perce  more
Alfred University: School of Art and Design Faculty, Students, Staff Gather at International Flameworking Conference
ALFRED, New York, April 5 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: Alfred University faculty, students and staff members from the Sculpture/Dimensional Studies Division of the School of Arts and Design recently attended the International Flameworking Conference at Salem Community College, in Carney's Point, NJ. Alfred University faculty, students and staff members from the Sculpture/Dimensional Studies Division of the School of Arts and Design recently attended the International  more
Alston & Bird Enhances Mergers & Acquisitions Practice With New York Partner
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 2 -- Alston and Bird, a law firm, issued the following news release: Alston & Bird has further strengthened its mergers and acquisitions practice by adding partner David L. Shaw to the firm's New York office. David guides public and private companies through complex business transactions and general corporate matters. He advises on a variety of transactions, including private equity, mergers and acquisitions, dispositions, and majority and minority investments. "We're t  more
Alumni Awards Set for Next Week; Meet the 2024 Honorees, Including 2 New Awards
SYRACUSE, New York, April 4 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Syracuse University will honor eight distinguished members of the Orange community during the 2024 Alumni Awards Celebration, which are being held from 4:30-8:30 p.m. on Friday, April 12, 2024. The celebration, which is free to attend, will occur in the National Veterans Resource Center at the Daniel and Gayle D'Aniello Building (NVRC). Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from several student organizations wh  more
Alumnus John Mauro '01, '06 PhD Delivers 2024 Scholes Lecture at Alfred University
ALFRED, New York, April 5 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: Alfred University alumnus John Mauro '01, '06 PhD, delivered the Scholes Memorial Lecture on Thursday, discussing his journey from growing up in nearby Almond, NY, and attending Alfred University to becoming one of the preeminent researchers in the field of glass science. In his lecture, "There and Back Again: A Journey in Glass," Mauro talked about his career as a glass scientist and educator and how his time as  more
Applications Open for 2024 Intelligence++ Innovation Showcase of Inclusive Design
SYRACUSE, New York, April 4 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Applications are now open for the Intelligence++ Innovation Showcase, which takes place on Thursday, April 25, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the first floor auditorium of the Nancy Cantor Warehouse, 350 West Fayette St., Syracuse. The event will highlight undergraduate and graduate student teams from across campus who have created concepts for products, services and technologies that can assist intellectually disabled  more
APSU's Critically Acclaimed Soprano Dr. Penelope Shumate Delights Audiences Nationwide
CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, April 6 -- Austin Peay State University issued the following news: By Kara Zahn Dr. Penelope Shumate, assistant professor of voice at Austin Peay State University, has captivated audiences across the country with her exceptional vocal talents and artistry. During the Fall 2023 semester, she received critical acclaim from The New York Concert Review for her return performance at Carnegie Hall in Messiah -- her 18th soloist appearance at the historic international venue.   more
Austin Peay Army ROTC Earns Place in Elite International Military Skills Competition
CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, April 6 -- Austin Peay State University issued the following news: By Brian Dunn Austin Peay State University's (APSU) Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps program, the Governors Guard, recently earned a chance to compete in the 55th annual military skills competition held at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York. The two-day competition features 50 teams from military colleges, ROTC programs and international militaries, all contending to be named the 202  more
Award-Winning Restaurateur to Deliver the 198th Commencement Address at Trinity College
HARTFORD, Connecticut, April 4 -- Trinity College issued the following news: Trinity College alumnus Daniel Meyer '80, P'20 will be the 2024 Commencement speaker on Sunday, May 19, at 11:00 a.m., on the Main Quad. He will receive an honorary degree along with a pair of local leaders who have shaped Hartford, Luke and Sara Bronin. A political science major, Meyer gained his first restaurant experience in New York City following graduation. He then went to Europe to study cooking in Italy and Fr  more
Bard College Student Melonie Bisset '24 Wins Critical Language Scholarship for Foreign Language Study Abroad
ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, New York, April 3 -- Bard College issued the following news release: Bard College senior Melonie Bisset '24, a film and electronic arts major, has won a highly selective Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) for the 2024 summer session. CLS, a program of the US Department of State, provides recipients with overseas placements that include intensive language instruction and structured cultural enrichment experiences designed to promote rapid language gains. Each summer, Americ  more
Bard High School Early College to Open New Campus in Brooklyn, New York
ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, New York, April 4 -- Bard College issued the following news release: In September 2024, Bard High School Early College (BHSEC) will open its newest campus in the Brownsville/East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. A campus of the Bard Early College network, this new high school early college was approved by the New York City Panel for Education Policy in a unanimous vote in February. With the recent opening of BHSEC Bronx in the fall of 2023 and its fall '24 openi  more
Barnard College: Professor Brian Plancher Publishes New Research on the Gender Gap in Robotics Research
NEW YORK, April 6 (TNSres) -- Barnard College issued the following news: On March 21, 2024, Brian Plancher, assistant professor of computer science, published new research in the IEEE Robotics & Automation Magazine, alongside a team of colleagues, titled "Underrepresentation of Women in Robotics Research [Women in Engineering]." The team included Barnard students Chloe Ho '24, Elizabeth Fields '25, and Zixuan Wu '25. The researchers set out to conduct a comprehensive review of the gender gap i  more
Barnard College: Professor John Glendinning Publishes New Research On Rapid Insulin Response
NEW YORK, April 4 (TNSres) -- Barnard College issued the following news: On March 15, 2024, John Glendinning, Associate Chair, and Ann Whitney Olin Professor of Biological Sciences, alongside two Barnard students, Zoee Drimmer '26 and Rayna Isber '26, published new research in Physiology & Behavior titled, "Individual differences in cephalic-phase insulin response are stable over time and predict glucose tolerance in mice." Cephalic-phase insulin response (CPIR) is a rapid insulin response tri  more
Barnes & Noble and Kikkerland Design Honor Pratt Institute Students Isabela Nery and Iris Guo
LYNDHURST, New Jersey, April 5 -- Barnes and Noble, a retailer of content, digital media and educational products, issued the following news release: Barnes & Noble announced Isabela Nery as the winner of the Academic vote for the Kikkerland Design Challenge during a live event at their Union Square flagship bookstore in New York City on December 14, 2023. Isabela is currently a student at Pratt University where she created her winning design, the Book Voyager, which will be available for purch  more
Barnes & Noble Presents I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger as Their April 2024 National Book Club Selection
NEW YORK, April 3 -- Barnes and Noble, a retailer of content, digital media and educational products, issued the following news release: Barnes & Noble announces I Cheerfully Refuse as their March National Book Club pick and welcomes readers to join author Leif Enger at a free live virtual event. The author will be in conversation with Lexie Smyth, Category Manager for Fiction at Barnes & Noble, and Miwa Messer, Executive Producer of Poured Over, the B&N Podcast, to discuss the title as well as  more
Baruch College Shines in WSJ Rankings
NEW YORK, April 3 -- Baruch College issued the following news: In a recent ranking from the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) and the Burning Glass Institute (BGI), Baruch College emerged as a powerhouse in propelling its graduates to high-earning careers in finance, rivaling the Ivy League and other prestigious institutions around the country. Baruch ranked among the top 10 public colleges - the second year in a row that the College garnered top rankings in the WSJ/BGI report. "Graduates from Baruch  more
Baruch College Student Wins Fellowship to Germany
NEW YORK, April 3 -- Baruch College issued the following news: Baruch College undergraduate Valerie Chlafer ('24) will soon get to travel outside the United States for the first time, as she is among 75 Americans selected to spend one year in Germany through the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals (CBYX) program. Chlafer is the fifth Baruch student to win a coveted CBYX fellowship, which is sponsored by the Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.  more
Berkshire Bank Welcomes Keara Piscitelli as Managing Director, Cash Management & Treasury Services
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 6 -- The Berkshire Bank issued the following news release: Berkshire Bank, a relationship-driven, community-focused bank in New England and New York, is pleased to announce that Keara Piscitelli has joined the bank as managing director of Cash Management & Treasury Services. In this role, Piscitelli will lead and drive strategy for the department across all of Berkshire's markets, with a focus on growing cash management relationships, overseeing the Foreign Exchang  more
Berkshire Bank: Frank Tamburrino Promoted to SVP, Cash Management Sales Team Leader
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 6 -- The Berkshire Bank issued the following news release: Berkshire Bank, a relationship-driven, community-focused bank in New England and New York, is pleased to announce that Frank Tamburrino has been promoted to senior vice president and team leader of Cash Management & Treasury Services. In this role, Tamburrino will be responsible for managing sales activities for all cash management services across the bank's footprint. Tamburrino has over 30 years of exper  more
Billboard Names Four Covington Lawyers 'Top Music Lawyers'
NEW YORK, April 3 -- Covington, a law firm, issued the following news release: Billboard has named Adrian Perry, Neema Sahni, Jonathan Sperling, and Phillip Hill among its "2024 Top Music Lawyers." This annual list recognizes the music industry's leading lawyers in fields that include talent representation, music publishing, streaming, and litigation. Adrian is an entertainment and tech transactions lawyer in Covington's New York office and serves as co-chair of the firm's Entertainment and Me  more
Binghamton University Lecturer Develops Digital Mental Health Program for Children of Divorce
BINGHAMTON, New York, April 6 (TNSres) -- Binghamton University issued the following news: By Lauren Woodring As a child of divorce, Jesse L. Boring knew firsthand what it was like to go through, and the importance of providing accessible resources for children experiencing this life change. To that end, Boring created a program named Children of Divorce - Coping with Divorce (CoD-CoD) to help youth develop better coping skills through their parents' separation. "I knew I had some of the expe  more
Binghamton University Student Makes Global Impact Through Digital Marketing Business
BINGHAMTON, New York, April 4 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: By Anthony Borrelli Alfred Lazarus has always envisioned himself as a trailblazer of sorts. Growing up in Nigeria, the most populous country in Africa, Lazarus was inspired by his childhood icon, Steve Jobs, to grow a successful career as an entrepreneur. He registered his own company in 2021 and carved out his niche in a competitive field by honing digital marketing skills for brand promotion through webinars a  more
Binghamton University: Springing Into Research - The Open-Air Lab of Nuthatch Hollow
BINGHAMTON, New York, April 5 (TNSres) -- Binghamton University issued the following news: By Jennifer Micale Early spring is mud season at Nuthatch Hollow, but Assistant Professor of Ecosystem Science Amber Churchill's students were up to the challenge. Carrying custom-built cubes and various meters and gauges, research groups slid their way to meadows, slogged through the forest, and swung down from a boardwalk to find a flat pondside spot. That day, ENVI 382B: Measuring the Natural World w  more
Binghamton University: Students With Disabilities Recognize Supportive Faculty and Staff
BINGHAMTON, New York, April 3 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: By Laura Reindl More than 30 Binghamton University faculty and staff were recognized for their contributions toward opening the doors of access to higher education at the Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) Recognition Reception. Students registered with SSD recognized these individuals for going above and beyond to accommodate and support Binghamton University students with disabilities. "Thank you to  more
Binghamton University: Students' ADHD Project to Compete for Microsoft Imagine Cup
BINGHAMTON, New York, April 3 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: By Chris Kocher According to the World Health Organization, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects around 5% of children and 2.5% of adults worldwide. Hundreds of millions of people deal with cognitive symptoms such as an inability to make decisions, inattention, impulsiveness and inappropriate emotional reactions. While medication often can help to alleviate the worst symptoms, two Binghamton U  more
Bloomberg Media: 2024 Qatar Economic Forum to Gather More Than 1000 Global Leaders, Heads of State and International CEOs, May 14-16
NEW YORK, April 3 -- Bloomberg Media issued the following news: The fourth annual "Qatar Economic Forum, Powered by Bloomberg" (QEF), held in collaboration with Media City Qatar, will take place from May 14-16, 2024.This year's forum, under the theme 'A World Remade: Navigating the Year of Uncertainty', will gather more than 1,000 corporate and government leaders for a comprehensive dialogue on the issues driving global boardroom conversations and financial markets. As the world continues to b  more
Brooklyn Law Makes an Encore as Billboard Names 2024 Leading Schools for Music Attorneys
BROOKLYN, New York, April 6 -- Brooklyn Law School issued the following news: Billboard's 2024 list of top music lawyers and law schools has been published, revealing that Brooklyn Law School is again a top-mentioned alma mater for many of the best music lawyers in the business. In addition to representing top musical artists, these leading entertainment attorneys are tackling thorny legal issues brought about by artificial intelligence (AI), digital streaming platforms, and social media. We c  more
Brooklyn Law School: Fintech Law Event Features SEC Commissioner Q&A With Students, Expert Panelists
BROOKLYN, New York, April 6 -- Brooklyn Law School issued the following news: Commissioner Hester M. Peirce of the Securities and Exchange Commission fielded questions from Brooklyn Law students in a law and policy Q&A, which, along with a fintech panel, was part of a wide-ranging legal discussion of cryptocurrency, high-frequency trading, and other financial technology--all at a time when regulators face the fast-evolving landscape fintech has created. The April 5 event, titled "ETF Spots and  more
Brooklyn Law School: Public Service Awards Honors the Contributions of Class of '24 and Professionals in the Field
BROOKLYN, New York, April 4 -- Brooklyn Law School issued the following news: In a special ceremony, Brooklyn Law School honored public service work with awards for those in the field, as well as Class of 2024 members who have performed exceptionally by working in the Law School's own clinics and on various pro bono projects. The students honored at the April 2 event devoted a combined 87,000 hours to assisting immigrants, small business owners, survivors of domestic violence, people threatene  more
Burford Capital: Notification Of Transactions By Persons Discharging Managerial Responsibilities
NEW YORK, April 4 -- Burford Capital, a finance firm focused on law, issued the following news release: Burford Capital Limited ("Burford"), the leading global finance and asset management firm focused on law, provides the following notification of various transactions by persons discharging managerial responsibilities (each, a "PDMR"), as well as an update on the aggregate actual and potential ownership of members of Burford's management committee of Burford's ordinary shares of nil par value   more
Cal Poly Humboldt One of First Universities in U.S. to Earn a Plastic Reduction Partner Certification
ARCATA, California, April 6 -- The California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt issued the following news: The National Wildlife Federation, in partnership with the Campus Race to Zero Waste Program, has awarded Cal Poly Humboldt with a Plastics Reduction Partner Bronze level certification, the first university in the California State University system to be recognized for its efforts to reduce single-use plastics on campus. Along with Bard College in New York, Humboldt is also one of the   more
Caller ID of the Sea: Biologists Discover Link Between Whale Communication and Behavior
SYRACUSE, New York, April 1 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: For researchers studying the acoustic behavior of whales, distinguishing which animal is vocalizing is like a teacher trying to figure out which student responded first when the entire class is calling out the answer. This is because many techniques used to capture audio record a large sample size of sounds. A suction cup sound and movement tag being deployed on the back of a humpback whale in Massachusetts. These ta  more
Career Switch: How Adelphi University is Helping a Lawyer Become a Psychotherapist
GARDEN CITY, New York, April 2 -- Adelphi University issued the following news: Why would a lawyer who advocates for children and parents in the New York City court system decide to change careers and become a psychotherapist? "I realized I would rather work with people in crisis, not from the role of an attorney, but on a deeper and more transformative level," said Helen Bua, JD, an attorney on the Assigned Counsel/Attorneys for Children panel in Queens County Family Court. "I felt this would  more
Carlyle Appoints Afsaneh M. Beschloss as an Independent Director
NEW YORK, April 4 -- Carlyle Group issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: NEW YORK and WASHINGTON -- Global investment firm Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) today announced the appointment of Afsaneh M. Beschloss, a leader in sustainable and inclusive investing and policy and founder and CEO of RockCreek, one of the world's largest women-owned investment firms, to serve as an independent director on its Board of Directors, effective May 1, 2024, increasing Carlyle's Board to 14 members. Dr. T  more
CD&R to Acquire Presidio From BC Partners
NEW YORK, April 3 -- Clayton, Dubilier and Rice issued the following news release on April 2, 2024: Clayton Dubilier & Rice ("CD&R" or the "Firm") and BC Partners today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which funds affiliated with CD&R will acquire a majority ownership position in Presidio, a leading technology services and solutions provider, from BC Partners. As part of the transaction, funds affiliated with BC Partners will retain minority ownership interest   more
Celebrating Excellence: PhD Showcase Recognizes Doctoral Student Research
BUFFALO, New York, April 4 (TNSres) -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release: On March 29, the University at Buffalo School of Management community gathered to recognize the research and success of the school's doctoral students during the 13th annual PhD Showcase. Fourteen doctoral students from all six School of Management departments presented posters highlighting their research accomplishments. Presentations included a wide range of topi  more
Centennial Scholars Named in Honor of the Maxwell School's 100th Anniversary
SYRACUSE, New York, April 3 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: While pursuing a bachelor's degree in anthropology and international relations at the Maxwell School, Anna Terzaghi says she has come to care greatly about people --"the lives they live, the culture they are surrounded by, the stories they tell." "I am deeply invested in humanitarian issues and in pursuing justice for international war crimes," adds Terzaghi, who is from Australia and hopes to pursue a law degree aft  more
Champlain College: Broadcast Media Production Students Take Home 'Best Documentary' Award
BURLINGTON, Vermont, April 5 -- Champlain College issued the following news: At Champlain College, the senior capstone project is designed to push students' professional skills to the next level. For Broadcast Media Production students Isabella Spano '23 and Patrick Hathaway '23, their capstone project also helped push the college into national spotlight. Their documentary Steep Slope--a profound exploration of the impact of climate change on Vermont's ski industry--was one of five winners for   more
Citi Supports Financial Inclusion in the Dominican Republic With Social Trade & Working Capital Loans to Banco Popular Dominicano and Banco Santa Cruz
NEW YORK, April 2 -- Citi, a banking partner for institutions with cross-border needs and wealth management and a personal bank, issued the following news release: Citi, a financial institution with 62 years of presence in the Dominican Republic, structured two loans for the financing of local trade and working capital activities under Citi's Social Finance strategy, to Banco Popular Dominicano and Banco Santa Cruz. It is expected that the loans will provide working capital financing solutions   more
Citigroup Declares Common Stock Dividend
NEW YORK, April 4 -- Citi, a banking partner for institutions with cross-border needs and wealth management and a personal bank, issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: * * * Citigroup Declares Preferred Dividends * * * The Board of Directors of Citigroup Inc. today declared a quarterly dividend on Citigroup's common stock of $0.53 per share, payable on May 24, 2024 to stockholders of record on May 6, 2024. The Board of Directors of Citigroup Inc. also declared dividends on Citi  more
CNBC Journalists Lead Latest 'The More You Know' Campaign Focused on Financial Literacy
NEW YORK, April 4 -- NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, issued the following news on April 2, 2024: * * * CNBC & NBCUniversal today launched a new bilingual social media campaign aimed at raising awareness about the importance of financial literacy * * * As Financial Literacy Month kicks off, CNBC and NBCU's iconic, award-winning PSA campaign, 'The More You Know' today launched a new, bilingual social media campaign for English and Spanish-speaking audiences to highlight the importance   more
CNN RANKS IN TOP 5 MOST-WATCHED NETWORKS IN ALL OF CABLE IN MARCH AND Q1 2024
NEW YORK, April 3 -- CNN issued the following news: CNN brought in strong audience numbers across television, streaming and digital platforms in March and in Q1 2024, ranking in the top 5 of the most watched networks in all of cable for both time periods, marking the 7th consecutive quarter and 10th consecutive month in the Top 5 for P2+. Among adults 25-54, CNN ranked in the Top 10 among all cable networks for the quarter. Further, CNN reached the most viewers in cable news in Q1 2024 among bo  more
CNN's Bianna Golodryga Reports From Israel In 'Hostages: The Road Home' For The Whole Story With Anderson Cooper
NEW YORK, April 2 -- CNN issued the following news: The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper, a CNN Original, returns on the six-month anniversary of the deadliest attack in Israel's 75-year history with an emotional episode from CNN Anchor and Senior Global Affairs Analyst Bianna Golodryga. "Hostages: The Road Home" premieres Sunday, April 7 at 8pm ET/PT on CNN. Six months after Hamas militants launched a surprise attack on Israel, Golodryga speaks with family members of some of the over 250 men,  more
Colgate: From Benton Center to Bernstein Hall
HAMILTON, New York, April 3 -- Colgate University issued the following news: By Daniel DeVries Colgate University's Center for Arts, Creativity, and Innovation, which is nearing completion and expected to open in the fall, will be named Bernstein Hall in honor of the lead donor's genealogical roots. When Dan Benton '80, H'10, P'10, decided to support the creation of a new center designed to bring together the arts and technology through a $25 million principal gift, the new anchor building o  more
Colgate: James Webb Telescope Catches Glimpse of Possible First-Ever Dark Stars - Update
HAMILTON, New York, April 5 (TNSres) -- Colgate University issued the following news: * * * Editor's note: The publication referenced in this article, which was originally published on July 14, 2023, has received the Cozzarelli Prize, acknowledging papers that reflect scientific excellence and originality. The co-authors will be recognized at an awards ceremony during the National Academy of Sciences Annual Meeting this month. * * * Stars beam brightly out of the darkness of space thanks to   more
Columbia Journalism School Career Expo Brings Over 100 Employers
NEW YORK, April 4 -- Columbia University's Columbia Journalism School issued the following news: The annual Career Expo at Columbia Journalism School concluded on Saturday, March 23, 2024, with nearly 140 news media companies in attendance online, making it the biggest journalism job fair in the United States. Columbia welcomed more than 200 editors, producers and hiring managers from news companies across the New York metro region, the U.S., and the globe. Editors from Japan, Hong Kong, Gree  more
Community College of Rhode Island: Class of 2022 Grad Tavares Gains Acceptance Into Prestigious Juilliard School to Pursue Acting
WARWICK, Rhode Island, April 2 -- The Community College of Rhode Island issued the following news: There were many doubters when Community College of Rhode Island Class of 2022 graduate Eddy Tavares first floated the idea of auditioning for the Juilliard School in New York City. He chose to focus on those who believed. Less than a year after wrapping up a life-changing fellowship with The Gamm Theatre - and a full year after being waitlisted at Juilliard the first time he auditioned - the 22  more
Con Edison to Award $3M Over 3 Years to Support Climate Justice, Resiliency in New York City, Westchester
NEW YORK, April 2 -- Consolidated Edison, a provider of energy-related products and services, issued the following news release: Con Edison is issuing a request for proposals (RFP) to provide an initial grant of up to $3 million over the next three years to help local organizations combat the effects of extreme heat and other climate-related extreme weather events on disadvantaged and historically marginalized communities across the five boroughs and in Westchester County. Nonprofit organizati  more
Cornell alum to discuss future of video games
ITHACA, New York, April 2 -- Cornell University issued the following news: The video game industry is grappling with existential questions -- how will AI affect game production and creation? Will massive consolidation (and layoffs) alter the work culture? How can the industry handle an exponential growth in audience base, and what will be the effects of industry regulations? With a lifelong love of video games and a decades-long career in tech, business, and gaming, Alejandro Marin Vidal, '06,  more
Cornell chef pursues opportunities for growth and learning
ITHACA, New York, April 3 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Chloe Greenhalgh has always been driven by a commitment to growth and lifelong learning. An avid traveler, she spent time living in Italy and visited Portugal and Spain. During this period of her life, she developed a love for Mediterranean cuisine. "I enjoy acidic accents to food," said Greenhalgh, a senior chef now in her 16th year with Cornell Dining. "I just love basic vegetables on a plate with a little bit of oliv  more
Cornell Cinema offers tasty, mind-stretching Science on Screen showings
ITHACA, New York, April 5 -- Cornell University issued the following news: There are two more opportunities this semester to delve deeply into science through the art of film at Cornell Cinema. The last two showings of the cinema's "Science on Screen" initiative will include: Worlds Collide - "Particle Fever," CLASSE, and the Future of Particle Physics, with post-doc Xuan Chen, Cornell Laboratory for Accelerator-based Sciences and Education (CLASSE), Thursday, April 11, 7 p.m. "Back to the F  more
Cornell scientists identify bird flu infecting dairy cows
ITHACA, New York, April 2 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Cornell virology experts are sequencing the bird flu virus that struck cows in the Texas panhandle last week, after work at Cornell and two other veterinary diagnostic laboratories found the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus in cattle samples, a first for this species. Sequencing of the virus may help scientists understand why it jumped to cows and how future outbreaks may be prevented. "When there is sp  more
Cornell: A culture of intrapreneurship - 3 practices for organizational innovation
ITHACA, New York, April 5 -- Cornell University issued the following news on April 4, 2024: In business, reinvention does not happen overnight. It is the result of scaled innovation - years of experimentation to identify and implement solutions to evolving challenges. However, some senior leaders see innovation only as a one-off like a new product, service upgrade or go-to-market strategy. The misconception can stall a company's progress toward significant goals and lasting industry impact. Ex  more
CUNY-Graduate School of Public Health: Mental Health Concerns in a Predominantly Black Community During COVID-19
NEW YORK, April 4 (TNSres) -- The City University of New York's Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy issued the following news release: A study by CUNY SPH faculty and research staff examined the prevalence of mental health concerns and their association with COVID-19, selected social determinants of health, and psychosocial risk factors in a predominantly racial/ethnic minoritized neighborhood in New York City. Three hundred and ninety-three (393) adult Harlem residents complete  more
Curtis Secures 13 Practice Area and 26 Attorney Rankings in Legal 500: EMEA 2024
NEW YORK, April 5 -- Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt and Mosle, a law firm, issued the following news: Curtis was once again named one of the leading law firms operating in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) in Legal 500's latest EMEA guide. Curtis was identified as a leading top-tier firm in three different practice areas and recommended in over ten others, spanning five countries within the region. The latest guide recommended 26 attorneys across diverse practice areas with two individual  more
Debevoise Advised The George Robert Rawlings Trust in the Sale of Its Subsidiaries to New Mountain Capital
NEW YORK, April 3 -- Debevoise and Plimpton, a law firm, issued the following news: Debevoise & Plimpton LLP has advised The George Robert Rawlings Trust in the sale of the Rawlings Companies to New Mountain Capital Group L.P. For more information, please see the company's press release. Rawlings is a leading technology-enabled payment integrity provider that delivers significant savings for its health insurance clients by identifying the correct third-parties responsible for paying medical cl  more
Debevoise Advises AIA in Its $1B Securities Offering
NEW YORK, April 6 -- Debevoise and Plimpton, a law firm, issued the following news: Debevoise & Plimpton LLP has advised AIA Group Limited ("AIA") in its $1 billion offering of 5.375% subordinated dated securities due 2034. The offering was conducted under AIA's $16 billion Global Medium Term Note and Securities Programme. The securities are expected to qualify as "Tier 2" group capital under the Hong Kong Insurance (Group Capital) Rules. The securities were offered in the United States to qua  more
Debevoise Advises Ariel Emanuel in Endeavor's $13B Take-Private Sale to Silver Lake
NEW YORK, April 4 -- Debevoise and Plimpton, a law firm, issued the following news on April 3, 2024: Debevoise & Plimpton LLP is advising Ariel Emanuel, CEO of Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EDR), in Endeavor's $13 billion take-private sale to Silver Lake. For more information, please see the company's press release. Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the world's most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events and experiences The Debevoise  more
Debevoise Advises Bain Capital in Its Strategic Investment in Emerald Bay
NEW YORK, April 2 -- Debevoise and Plimpton, a law firm, issued the following news: Debevoise & Plimpton LLP is advising Bain Capital in connection with its strategic investment in Emerald Bay Risk Solutions, a collaborative underwriting carrier. The Debevoise team is led by insurance M&A partner Nicholas Potter and includes counsel Robert Fettman and associate Niusha Tavassoli. For more information, please see the company's press release (https://www.baincapital.com/news/emerald-bay-risk-sol  more
Debevoise Advises CD&R in Its Acquisition of Presidio
NEW YORK, April 3 -- Debevoise and Plimpton, a law firm, issued the following news: Debevoise & Plimpton LLP is advising Clayton, Dubilier & Rice in its acquisition of Presidio, a leading technology services and solutions provider, from BC Partners. For more information, please see the company's press release. The Debevoise team is led by M&A partners Kevin Schmidt and Katherine Durnan Taylor and includes counsel Molly Stockley and associates Erik Andren, Alexander Altieri, Kayleigh Anderson,   more
Debevoise Advises ICG in $1B Debut LP Secondaries Fund
NEW YORK, April 4 -- Debevoise and Plimpton, a law firm, issued the following news: Debevoise & Plimpton LLP has advised ICG, the global alternative asset manager, in its debut LP-led secondaries fund, ICG LP Secondaries I ("LPS I"). LPS I, which specialises in acquiring buyout fund interests from limited partners, reached its hard cap of $1 billion after being significantly oversubscribed. Including co-investment special purpose vehicles and separately managed accounts, the total commitments  more
Debevoise Advises TPG in Its Acquisition of Classic Collision
NEW YORK, April 4 -- Debevoise and Plimpton, a law firm, issued the following news: Debevoise & Plimpton LLP is advising TPG (NASDAQ: TPG) in its acquisition of Classic Collision, a leading national collision repair multi-site operator. For more information, please see the company's press release. TPG is a leading global alternative asset management firm, founded in San Francisco in 1992, with $222 billion of assets under management and investment and operational teams around the world. The D  more
Delaware North Selects Frito-Lay's Tostitos as Preferred Tortilla Chips Across Its Sports and Other U.S. Locations
BUFFALO, New York, April 5 -- Delaware North issued the following news release on April 4, 2024: Delaware North, a global hospitality and entertainment company, has selected Frito-Lay's Tostitos(R) as its preferred bulk tortilla chips across its more than 150 U.S. operating locations. Delaware North sells more than 2 million servings of tortilla chips in nachos and other menu items in its concessions, premium dining and restaurant operations, primarily at more than 50 sports stadiums and arena  more
Democracy problems: Jae Shin and Damon Rich on HECTOR's design practice
ITHACA, New York, April 2 -- Cornell University issued the following news: This semester's advanced urban design studio at the Gensler Family AAP NYC Center, Decks on Deck: Democratizing Urban Design, is led by designers Jae Shin and Damon Rich. Shin and Rich are partners at HECTOR, an award-winning firm recognized for practicing urban design, planning, and civic arts informed by traditions of visionary architecture, popular education, and community organizing. Shin and Rich began their career  more
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: Brandon Williams Wants to Raise Health Care Costs for Seniors and Working Families
WASHINGTON, April 2 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release: Vulnerable New York Republican and MAGA extremist Brandon Williams and the Republican Study Committee recently introduced a new, extreme budget that will dramatically raise health care costs for working families and seniors. His plan calls for the "full repeal" of policies that have made life-saving prescription drugs more affordable for millions of Americans. Under Williams' budget propos  more
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: What They're Reading - Mike Lawler and Brandon Williams Are Failing New Yorkers
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release on April 5, 2024: This week, New Yorkers are continuing to call out vulnerable Republicans Mike Lawler and Brandon Williams for failing voters of New York's 17th and 22nd congressional districts. Lawler is facing criticism for dismissing four-time indicted, presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump's hateful and dangerous attacks on Jewish Americans in addition to concerns ov  more
East Tennessee State University: BlueSky Tennessee Institute Recognized by Carnegie Corporation
JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, April 2 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news: Carnegie Corporation of New York has announced BlueSky Tennessee Institute as one of 10 winners of a new initiative to support outstanding local partnerships that educate youth, bolster the workforce and demonstrate the power of working together. "Our ability to craft this program in collaboration with BCBST (BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee) allows us to graduate students with no academic debt and   more
EisnerAmper Announces Software and Biotech Leadership Appointments
NEW YORK, March 26 -- EisnerAmper, an accounting firm, issued the following news: EisnerAmper, a leading global business advisory firm, is pleased to announce new leadership appointments within its Technology and Life Sciences practices. Sector leaders are responsible for growth initiatives and team development within their verticals as well as collaborating on overall industry strategy. Thomas H. Fagley: National Biotech Sector Leader Tom is an Audit Partner with approximately 30 years in pu  more
Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University Hosts Dynamic Third Annual Access to Justice Workshop
WHITE PLAINS, New York, April 2 -- Pace University Haub School of Law issued the following news: On March 27, 2024, the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University hosted the third annual Access to Justice Workshop. The theme of this year's Workshop was: The Future of Criminal Justice: Bridging Gaps in Re-Entry and Related Legal Services for Community Members Impacted by the Criminal Justice System. Each year, the Access to Justice Workshop brings together law students, legal experts, advoc  more
Engineering a Transformation: $40 Million Gift Will Strengthen Union's Engineering and Computer Science Programs
SCHENECTADY, New York, April 4 -- Union College issued the following news: Class of 1980 graduates Rich and Mary Templeton, whose $51 million gift announced in 2020 was the largest in Union's history, have given another $40 million to strengthen the College's distinctive integration of the liberal arts, engineering and computer science. The $91 million committed by the Templetons over the past several years highlights the couple's strong belief in the future success of their alma mater. Known   more
Experiencing the Solar Eclipse From an Animal's Perspective
SYRACUSE, New York, April 2 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: A solar eclipse can be downright confusing for wild animals and pets who depend on the sun to know what time of day it is. Awe, amazement and wonder are a few of the reactions humans have to a solar eclipse. The extremely rare occasion of being in the path of totality--where the moon's disk completely blocks the sun for a few short moments--captivates audiences and inspires a sense of excitement. While the phenomeno  more
Expert Available to Discuss Earthquakes and Communication
SYRACUSE, New York, April 5 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Many of us felt the shakes from the 4.8 magnitude earthquake that struck Lebanon, NJ this morning. The emergency alert came to cellular phones in Central New York about an hour and a half later. Lee McKnight, an associate professor in the iSchool at Syracuse University, shared his thoughts on this communication below. If you'd like to schedule an interview with him, please reach out to Vanessa Marquette, media relatio  more
Finance Lawyer John Ryan Joins King & Spalding as Partner in New York
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 4 -- King and Spalding, a law firm, issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: King & Spalding announced today that John Ryan has joined the firm as a partner in its Finance and Restructuring practice group. Ryan is based in the firm's New York office. Ryan, who joins the firm from Capital One, brings a broad-based skillset spanning leveraged finance, capital markets, project finance, derivatives, broker-dealer regulation and restructuring. He has extensive exp  more
Fordham University School of Law: In Today's Volatile Politics, Federal Judge Kent Jordan Stresses the Need For Civil Debate
BRONX, New York, April 5 -- Fordham University School of Law issued the following news: By Erin DeGregorio In February, the Center for Judicial Events & Clerkships (CJEC) welcomed Judge Kent Jordan of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit as its 2024 Distinguished Jurist in Residence. The centerpiece of Jordan's visit was his lecture, which made the case for addressing contentious issues through respectful dialogue and civil discourse. "No matter how fraught the problem is, no matte  more
Fordham University School of Law: Thanina Haddadi, LL.M. '24 and Julia Tedesco '23 Celebrated as Emerging Leaders in Immigrant Justice Advocacy
BRONX, New York, April 6 -- Fordham University School of Law issued the following news: By Erin DeGregorio Thanina (Nina) Haddadi, LL.M. '24 and Julia K. Tedesco '23 were each honored with the Feerick Center for Social Justice's Defender of the Dream Awards at the Center's 8th Annual FriendRaiser on March 19. Established in 2022, the award recognizes members of the Fordham Law School communities who have distinguished themselves for their work and service in advancing human rights, upholding   more
Former national security adviser to speak on US-China relations
ITHACA, New York, April 3 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Former National Security Advisor Stephen J. Hadley '69 will explore "U.S. National Security Policymaking and the Future of U.S.-China Relations" in a fireside chat on Wednesday, April 17, with Jessica Chen Weiss, the Michael J. Zak Professor for China and Asia-Pacific Studies in the government department in the College of Arts and Sciences. The talk, hosted by the Cornell Levinson Program in China and Asia-Pacific Stud  more
Former U.S. Poet Laureate Juan Felipe Herrera to Kick Off 'Cruel April' Poetry Series
SYRACUSE, New York, April 1 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Juan Felipe Herrera As a "natural wonderer, dreamer, traveler... mega listener...and only child," poet Juan Felipe Herrera grew up in California's San Joaquin and Salinas Valleys "listening to everything and everyone," he says, and those habits led him "to the magical lands of words, stories, ideas, books, songs, riddles and ultimately writing." Herrera, the 2015-17 U.S. Poet Laureate, will be in Syracuse this week   more
Four Empire State University Students Awarded Bluebird Award
SARATOGA SPRINGS, New York, April 5 -- The State University of New York's Empire State University issued the following news release: Four Empire State University students have been awarded the Bluebird Award. Congratulations to Bryant O'Donnell, Shannon Mulstay, Robin Hodges, and Andrew O'Rourke! The Bluebird Award is a semi-annual award presented by the Student Government Association and honors students who demonstrate outstanding service to the university or the community. Service efforts ca  more
Fox Business Network Closes Out the First Quarter of 2024 With the Top Two Business Programs for Two Consecutive Years
NEW YORK, April 3 -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, issued the following news release: FOX Business Network (FBN) ended the first quarter of 2024 notching the top two business programs for two straight years, according to Nielsen Media Research. Kudlow, hosted by Larry Kudlow, was once again the top business program with total viewers for the ninth consecutive quarter, while the network also delivered 10 of the top 20 business programs in total viewers. As markets readied for the 2024  more
Fox Nation Signs Renowned Author James Patterson to Helm Three-Part True Crime Series
NEW YORK, April 2 -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, issued the following news release on April 1, 2024: FOX Nation has debuted a new true crime series, Unsolved with James Patterson, announced Lauren Petterson, president of the platform. Hosted by critically acclaimed author James Patterson, the three-part series dropped today. In making the announcement, Petterson said, "For decades, James Patterson has captivated the country with his bestselling titles, and we are thrilled to bring   more
Fox Nation to Debut New Docuseries 'Surviving Hamas: A Benjamin Hall Special' on April 9
NEW YORK, April 5 -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, issued the following news release: FOX Nation will debut a two-part docuseries hosted by FOX News correspondent Benjamin Hall on April 9, announced Lauren Petterson, president of the platform. Entitled Surviving Hamas: A Benjamin Hall Special, the two hour-long episodes will explore the devastating firsthand experiences of individuals in the Israeli community following the October 7, 2023 attack. In commenting on the announcement, Pe  more
Fox Nation to Release All New 'Cops: Spring Break' Collection Beginning This Friday
NEW YORK, April 4 -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: FOX Nation will debut a new and exclusive collection of "COPS: Spring Break" episodes beginning on Friday, April 5th. With a new release dropping every Friday at 6 PM/ET, the season is made up of five episodes showcasing the uptick in crime when spring breakers take over hotspots. From intoxicated college students to jet ski wipeouts, cameras accompany law enforcement as they patrol   more
Fox News Channel Crushes CNN and MSNBC Combined in Total Day and Primetime Viewers for First Quarter of 2024
NEW YORK, April 4 -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, issued the following news release: FOX News Channel (FNC) finished the first quarter of 2024 as cable's most-watched network in total day and primetime, dominating primetime viewers in cable news for 89 consecutive quarters, according to Nielsen Media Research. FNC notched its highest-rated quarter since 1Q'23 among all categories and beat CNN and MSNBC combined with total day and primetime. During the first quarter of 2024, FNC deliv  more
Fox Unveils Evolved AdRise Platform to Power OneFOX Audience Network
NEW YORK, April 4 -- Fox, a media company, issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: Fox Corporation ("FOX" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) today announced the launch of its expanded audience network and ad tech platform, AdRise. Acquired as part of the Tubi deal in 2020, AdRise is an advanced, integrated technology platform for CTV and linear inventory that has evolved into an enterprise-wide platform for FOX. AdRise will now power OneFOX, FOX's cross portfolio inventory produ  more
Gerry McNamara Named Siena College Men's Basketball Head Coach
LOUDONVILLE, New York, April 2 -- Siena College issued the following news: Gerry McNamara has been named the 19th head coach in Siena College Men's Basketball history. The Syracuse University legend and 2003 National Champion takes over the reins of the Saints after spending the past 15 years on staff with the Orange. McNamara will be formally introduced at a press conference on Tuesday at 1 p.m. in the atrium of MVP Arena. The press conference will be streamed live on Siena All-Access at sien  more
Gracenote Speeds FAST Channel Deployment in the U.S.
NEW YORK, April 4 -- Gracenote, a part of Nielsen Co., issued the following news: Gracenote, the content data business unit of Nielsen, has expanded its FAST Program to the U.S. helping content owners and providers more easily launch new free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channels. Now, U.S.-based content owners can distribute their TV programs and movies to leading streaming platforms along with industry-standard Gracenote metadata ensuring their offerings are discoverable and monetizable.   more
Grist, Mother Jones and The New School to Host April 23 Public Discussion About Ensuring 'Green' Infrastructure Benefits Communities of Color
NEW YORK, April 3 -- The New School issued the following news release: In light of the federal government's enormous investment in clean energy during the last three years, the public is invited to a discussion on Tues. April 23 at 7:30 pm about how to ensure 'green' infrastructure and jobs benefit communities of color. The event, titled "U.S. Climate Leadership: Equity and Justice in the Green Transition," will be held at The New School's Tishman Auditorium, 63 Fifth Avenue, in New York, and i  more
Hartwick College: Babcock Lecture to Discuss How Globalization Breeds Fear
ONEONTA, New York, April 3 -- Hartwick College issued the following news release: At 7 p.m. Thursday, April 25, Robert Tally Jr. will deliver the 2023-24 Babcock Lecture in the Eaton Lounge of Bresee Hall on the Hartwick College campus. In the presentation entitled "Mapping and Monsters," Tally Jr. will discuss what he calls the "teratocene" or age of monsters. Dystopian visions in our time are complemented by, and subsumed within, a broader sense of the monstrous world system, which increasin  more
Hudson Valley Community College: Four Students Named Recipients of Prestigious SUNY Chancellor's Award
TROY, New York, April 6 -- Hudson Valley Community College issued the following news release: Four Hudson Valley Community College students were named recipients of the State University of New York's Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence, one of the highest student honors awarded by the SUNY system, which acknowledges students for outstanding academic and community service achievements. The students will be honored during a SUNY awards ceremony on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 2 p.m. This ye  more
IBM Announces North America Geography Winners of the 2024 IBM Partner Plus Awards
ARMONK, New York, April 5 -- IBM issued the following news release on April 4, 2024: Today, IBM (NYSE: IBM) announced the North America geography winners of the 2024 IBM Partner Plus Awards, which celebrate IBM Business Partners who advance businesses, reshape industries, and create positive impact through collaboration with IBM. "We are thrilled with the number of incredible stories that were submitted in North America from partners who continue to demonstrate innovative ways to help clients   more
iHeartMedia and NBA Announce Two New Shows Debuting on the NBA Podcast Network - 'NBA DNA With Hannah Storm' and 'The VC Show With Vince Carter'
NEW YORK, April 4 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: iHeartMedia, the No. 1 podcast publisher according to Podtrac, and the National Basketball Association (NBA), today announced the addition of two shows to its multi-year podcast partnership, including the debut of "NBA DNA with Hannah Storm" today. Additionally, Vince Carter brings "The VC Show with Vince Carter" to the NBA Podcast Network for its much anticipated season two. "NBA DNA with Hannah Storm" will f  more
iHeartMedia Celebrated Music's Biggest Stars With the 11th Annual iHeartRadio Music Awards Live on FOX, Hosted by Ludacris
NEW YORK, April 3 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release on April 2, 2024: The 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards gathered some of the most iconic artists on Monday, April 1 to celebrate all things music from the last year and the summer ahead. Hosted by Ludacris, the event took place at Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, aired live on FOX and was broadcasted on iHeartRadio stations nationwide and on the iHeartRadio app. The awards show featured performances by Ludacris, Justin Timberlake, Gree  more
iHeartMedia World Premieres New Singles From Imagine Dragons, Glass Animals, Kehlani, Five Finger Death Punch Feat. DMX - Celebrates The Black Keys With Album Release Party
NEW YORK, April 6 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release: iHeartMedia recently celebrated new music and artists with World Premiere debuts and live event announcements. This week, iHeartMedia World Premiered a series of new singles, including Imagine Dragons' "Eyes Closed" and Glass Animals' "Creatures In Heaven" on April 3 across all iHeartRadio ALT stations. On April 5, Kehlani's "After Hours" had a World Premiere debut across all iHeartRadio Hip Hop and Rhythm CHR stations, while   more
InclusiveU Program Celebrates 10 Years of Offering a Fully Inclusive College Experience to Students
SYRACUSE, New York, April 2 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: For the past 10 years, InclusiveU in Syracuse University's School of Education (SOE) has given students with intellectual and developmental disabilities a college experience in a fully inclusive setting. On Thursday, April 4, family, friends and supporters of the program will gather in downtown Syracuse to celebrate the program, the largest and most inclusive program of its kind in the nation. Among the scheduled spe  more
Jewish Theological Seminary: Antisemitism and Allyship - Assessing the Present, Imagining the Future
NEW YORK, April 4 -- The Jewish Theological Seminary issued the following news: The Jewish Theological Seminary (JTS), one of the world's preeminent centers of Jewish higher education, is hosting a two-day convening focused on "Antisemitism and Allyship" on Monday, April 8, and Tuesday, April 9. This timely event provides an opportunity for meaningful exploration, dialogue, and collaboration, bringing together experts and participants from diverse backgrounds to explore the multifaceted histor  more
John Brauer Named Senior Vice President of Insights and Media Measurement for Fox Television Stations
NEW YORK, April 3 -- Fox, a media company, issued the following news release: John Brauer has been named Senior Vice President of Insights and Media Measurement for FOX Television Stations (FTS), announced Patrick Paolini, Executive Vice President of Ad Sales for FTS. Reporting directly to Paolini, he will manage all aspects of FTS's media data, insights and measurement across all divisions of FTS, with particular focus on Ad Sales. In this role, Brauer will be responsible for everything from d  more
Journalists From The New York Times Awarded the 2023 James Foley Medill Medal for Courage
EVANSTON, Illinois, April 3 -- Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism issued the following news: Julie Turkewitz and Federico Rios of The New York Times have been awarded the 2023 James Foley Medill Medal for Courage in Journalism for their exclusive coverage of migration through the Darien Gap, a 66-mile stretch of densely forested jungle across northern Colombia and southern Panama. The award is given by the Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communication  more
Kallas keeps labor on track
ITHACA, New York, April 5 -- Cornell University issued the following news: As a high school student, Johnnie Kallas, M.S. '20, Ph.D. '23, had a "quirky" interest in the labor movement. Grandparents on both sides of his family were union members. His maternal grandmother was a teacher on Long Island, and his paternal grandfather worked at a Manhattan post office. "From stories my parents told me, it seemed the economic security brought by unions was important in a lot of ways," Kallas said. At  more
Keuka College: Empowered by Advocacy: Dr. Myra Henry Returns From White House With Renewed Mission
KEUKA PARK, New York, April 5 -- Keuka College issued the following news release: Dr. Myra Henry '11 M'13 recently seized the chance to accept one of the most exciting invitations of her life -- a visit to the White House. The Biden-Harris administration invited Dr. Henry to the White House in December to join the Communities In Action: Building a Better New York initiative, which is intended to improve communities throughout the state by identifying and investing resources. Participating adm  more
King & Spalding Adds Three-Partner Litigation Team in New York
NEW YORK, April 3 -- King and Spalding, a law firm, issued the following news release York: King & Spalding announced today that Jennifer Recine, Sarmad Khojasteh and David Kupfer have joined the firm's Business Litigation practice group as partners. They are based in the firm's New York office. "Jennifer, Sarmad and David are formidable litigators who have grown impressive practices in real estate litigation and a wide variety of other complex commercial litigation," said Damien Marshall, co-  more
Le Moyne Announces 2024 Undergraduate Commencement Speaker and Honorary Degree Recipients
SYRACUSE, New York, April 5 -- Le Moyne College issued the following news release: Freida Jacques, Turtle Clan Mother Whatwehni:neh of the Onondaga Nation, will give the undergraduate commencement address as part of Le Moyne College's 74th commencement ceremony, which will be held on Sunday, May 19 at 9:30 a.m. in the Expo Center at the New York State Fairgrounds. Jacques is one of five individuals who will be awarded an honorary degree by the College; others who will receive honorary doctorat  more
Leading NYC Think Tank Points to Baruch Business Academy as a Model for Transfer Student Success
NEW YORK, April 4 (TNSres) -- Baruch College issued the following news: A new report from leading New York City-based think tank Center for an Urban Future (CUF) spotlights the Baruch College Business Academy as a standout example of how to enhance transfer student success within The City University of New York (CUNY) system. Titled Boosting Transfer Student Success at CUNY, the report underscores the critical challenges transfer students encounter in their quest for a bachelor's degree, espe  more
Maine House Republicans: House Passes National Popular Vote Compact to Circumvent the U.S. Constitution
AUGUSTA, Maine, April 3 -- The Maine House Republicans issued the following news release: By passing the National Popular Vote Compact, Democrats have again signaled that they do not care about everyday Mainers, their rights, their opinions, or their protections under the U.S. Constitution. They have surrendered Maine's ability to help choose a President to large urban states like California and New York. The votes of large states with major cities like California and New York will now dominat  more
Manhattan College Details Great Success in Its Radiation Therapy Technology Program
RIVERDALE, New York, April 5 -- Manhattan College issued the following news: Manhattan College's Radiation Therapy Technology Program achieves unparalleled success with a 100% pass rate among recent graduates. Led by alumna Angela Oliveira, the program offers rigorous training and hands-on experience in premier healthcare facilities, setting the standard for excellence in radiation therapy education Manhattan College proudly announces great strides in its Radiation Therapy Technology Program w  more
Marcus & Millichap Sells 3-Property Multifamily Portfolio Steps Away From Central Park for $5.65M
NEW YORK, April 4 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of 111th Street Multifamily Portfolio in New York for $5,650,000. "Our team was able to find a motivated purchaser to buy the fully rent-stabilized portfolio for a sub-5% cap rate," said Seth Glasser. "The buyer recognized the value of th  more
MARSH MCLENNAN ISSUES 2023 ESG REPORT "EMPOWERING SUSTAINABLE FUTURES"
NEW YORK, April 2 (TNSres) -- Marsh McLennan, a provider of professional services, issued the following news release on April 1, 2024: Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), the world's leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people, today released its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report: Empowering Sustainable Futures. In this report, Marsh McLennan describes how the Company is navigating ESG risks, increasing its resilience and working towards its commit  more
Mastercard Announces New Cardholder Benefits to Enhance Health & Wellness, Travel and Lifestyle Rewards for Consumers, Small Businesses
PURCHASE, New York, April 5 -- Mastercard issued the following news release on April 4, 2024: Today, Mastercard announced new credit card benefits, working with leading health & wellness, travel, and lifestyle brands to help bridge the gap between everyday essentials and enriching experiences. New offerings with Alo Moves, Booking.com, HealthLock, Instacart Business, Lyft , MoviePass, and ResortPass bring value in areas where consumers and small businesses frequently spend, adding to the existi  more
MAYER BROWN ADVISES DOMA HOLDINGS ON 'GOING PRIVATE' TRANSACTION WITH TITLE RESOURCES GROUP
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 2 -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news: Mayer Brown is acting as insurance regulatory counsel for Doma Holdings, Inc., a leading force for innovation in the real estate industry, on its definitive agreement and plan of merger with Title Resources Group, one of the nation's leading title insurance underwriters. The deal, in which Doma stockholders will receive $6.29 per share in cash, is subject to stockholder and regulatory approvals. The team include  more
MAYER BROWN HONORED AT IFLR ASIA PACIFIC AWARDS 2024
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 3 -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news: Mayer Brown won two Deal of the Year awards at the IFLR Asia Pacific Awards 2024: * High-Yield Deal of the Year for PT Medco Energi Internasional's global bond deal, which was the first high-yield bond from Indonesia in 2023 and the only one successfully issued by an Indonesian company that year. Corporate & Securities partners Jason Elder (New York) and Nishrin Hussain (Hong Kong) led the Mayer Brown team, repre  more
McEneaney Memorial Reading features Irish author Colm Toibin
ITHACA, New York, April 2 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Colm Toibin, the Irene and Sidney B. Silverman Professor of the Humanities at Columbia University, will visit campus April 11 to deliver the Eamon McEneaney Memorial Reading, part of the Spring 2024 Barbara & David Zalaznick Reading Series in the Department of Literatures in English. The reading will feature works by Irish and Irish American writers. Toibin is the author of 11 novels, including "Long Island," which is r  more
Media Tip Sheet: China's Cyber Threats to US Presidential Election
WASHINGTON, April 2 -- George Washington University issued the following news: WASHINGTON (April 2, 2024) - It's safe to say that Americans are worried about external interference in the 2024 presidential election, with the advancements in AI, Deepfakes, and out-of-country threats. The New York Times reports, "covert Chinese accounts are masquerading online as American supporters of former President Donald J. Trump, promoting conspiracy theories, stoking domestic divisions and attacking Preside  more
Media Tip Sheet: Legal Experts on GeoEngineering and Climate Change
WASHINGTON, April 2 -- George Washington University issued the following news: WASHINGTON (April 2, 2024)--The New York Times recently published an article, Can We Engineer Our Way Out of the Climate Crisis? The article highlights new ways the world is trying to combat climate change, without necessarily having to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The technologies attempting to re-engineer the natural environment, and surrounding laws, are still very new. If you would like more context on the m  more
Morgan Stanley Capital Partners Acquires Resource Innovations
NEW YORK, April 3 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release on April 2, 2024: New York & San Francisco -- Investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners ("MSCP"), the middle-market focused private equity team at Morgan Stanley Investment Management, today announced it has acquired Resource Innovations ("RI" or the "Company"), a leading tech-enabled services company focused on energy efficiency and sustainability. Under the   more
Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners Announces Investment in The Pasha Group
NEW YORK, April 2 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release on April 1, 2024: Morgan Stanley Investment Management ("MSIM"), through investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners ("MSIP"), a private infrastructure investment platform within MSIM, today announced it has provided an unsecured term loan to The Pasha Group ("Pasha" or the "Company"), a family-owned maritime transportation company, to support continued i  more
N.Y. A.G. James and Comptroller Lander Secure Nearly $230,000 for Building Employees Cheated Out of Fair Pay
NEW YORK, April 3 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release on April 1, 2024: New York Attorney General Letitia James and New York City Comptroller Brad Lander today announced a settlement totaling almost $230,000 with a contracting agency and the Board of Managers of a New York City condominium building for failing to pay workers in the building the prevailing wage required by New York law. From 2016 to 2019, Allied Universal Security Services (Allied Univers  more
N.Y. A.G. James James Wins $811 Million Judgment Against Predatory Company That Targeted Immigrant Detainees
NEW YORK, April 3 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release on April 2, 2024: New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced that her office, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), and a multistate coalition won a $811 million judgment against a bond services company, Libre by Nexus, Inc., its parent company Nexus Services, Inc., and its principals, Micheal Donovan, Richard Moore, and Evan Ajin, for unfairly targeting immigrants and their fa  more
N.Y. A.G. James's Office of Special Investigation Opens Investigation Into Civilian Death in Queens
NEW YORK, April 3 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release on April 2, 2024: The New York Attorney General's Office of Special Investigation (OSI) has opened an investigation into the death of Win Rozario, who died on March 27, 2024 following an encounter with members of the New York City Police Department (NYPD) in Queens. At approximately 1:48 p.m. on March 27, NYPD officers responded to a 911 call at 103rd Street and 101st Avenue in Queens. Upon arrival,  more
N.Y. Comptroller DiNapoli: Better Reporting and Monitoring of NYC Capital Projects Needed
ALBANY, New York, April 6 (TNSres) -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release on April 5, 2024: The majority of New York City's capital projects are over their initial budgets and behind schedule, suggesting better monitoring and reporting could lead to adjustments to improve capital project delivery, according to an analysis released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "New York City's capital projects too often experience delays and cost ove  more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Announces $4M to Enhance Services for Individuals With Complex Mental Health Care Needs Statewide
ALBANY, New York, April 5 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on April 4, 2024: * * * Will Enable Providers to Increase and Expand Outpatient Services; Better Engage New Yorkers Struggling with Mental Illness * * * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that nearly $4 million has been awarded to 77 community-based providers to establish, enhance, or expand access to specialized treatment for New Yorkers with complex mental health care needs. Administered by the  more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Announces Completed Expansion of 70-Unit Senior Housing Development in Westchester County
ALBANY, New York, April 4 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: * * * $38 Million Reconstruction Project Adds 40 Units to 50-Year-Old Manhattan Avenue Senior Apartments in Town of Greenburgh Transit-Oriented Development Near Bus and Train Stations Will Provide Top-Tier Amenities to Seniors Ages 62 and Older, Including Community Space and Ground-Level Parking Builds on Governor's Long-Term Strategy to Increase New York's Housing Supply - Includi  more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Announces Confirmation of New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James by Senate
ALBANY, New York, April 5 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on April 4, 2024: Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the confirmation of New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James by the Senate. "Public safety is my top priority and Superintendent James has been a critical partner in these efforts," Governor Hochul said. "The New York State Police does extraordinary work to fight crime and keep people safe, and I am confident Superintendent James will  more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Announces Inaugural Mental Health Needs Assessment for First Responders
ALBANY, New York, April 5 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on April 4, 2024: * * * Assessment Results from Partnership Between State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services and SUNY New Paltz's Institute for Disaster Mental Health DHSES and the New York State Office of Mental Health Sponsor 19th Annual Institute for Disaster Mental Health Conference May 14-15 Initiatives Support Governor Hochul's Commitment to Strengthening New York State's Men  more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Announces Project to Overhaul Outdated DMV Technology to Bring Significant Customer Service Improvements to New Yorkers
ALBANY, New York, April 4 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: As part of an ongoing effort to deliver best in class customer service to New Yorkers, Governor Kathy Hochul announced the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles has launched a multi-year project to replace and modernize a significant portion of its aging technology systems. This initiative will provide DMV customers with more efficient, secure, and convenient services, and will enable the agency  more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Announces Start of $19M Infrastructure Improvement Project on Thruway in Albany, Schenectady Counties
ALBANY, New York, April 3 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on April 2, 2024: * * * Project Includes Full-Depth Pavement Repairs and Resurfacing on Section of I-90, Expected to Be Completed in Spring 2025 * * * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of a $19 million infrastructure improvement project on the Thruway (I-90) in Albany and Schenectady Counties. The project includes full and partial depth repairs on approximately 40 lane miles located ju  more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Awards Over $3.8M to Support Animal Shelter Improvements
ALBANY, New York, April 5 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on April 4, 2024: * * * Funding Supports Construction, Renovation, and Expansion Projects at New York Animal Shelters that Enhance Animal Care and Health Over $33 Million Dedicated to State's Companion Animal Capital Fund Since 2017 * * * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced nearly $3.8 million has been awarded to 10 animal care organizations across the state through the New York State Companion A  more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Directs Department of Environmental Conservation to Work With Federal, State and Local Partners to Hold Northrop Grumman Accountable
ALBANY, New York, April 6 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Encased Drums Found at Bethpage Community Park Present No Immediate Risk to Public Health and Safety Radar Testing Underway to Identify and Address Any Additional Underground Drums Investigating and Cleaning Up Legacy Pollution is Priority for New York State * * * Governor Kathy Hochul today directed the Department of Environmental Conservation to work with federal, state, and local partner  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Notice Soliciting Comments Involving National Grid
ALBANY, New York, April 2 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following notice soliciting comments (Case No. 24-T-0150) on April 1, 2024: * * * Petition of Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation d/b/a National Grid to Amend the Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need Authorizing Removal and Installation of H-Frame Structures from Existing 345 kV Overhead Electrical Transmission Facility Located in the City of Oswego and in the Towns of Oswego, Minetto, and V  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Ruling on Motions Involving Empire Offshore Wind
ALBANY, New York, April 4 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following ruling on motions (Case No. 22-T-0346) on April 3, 2024: * * * Application of Empire Offshore Wind LLC for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need for the Construction of Approximately 12 Miles of Transmission Lines from the Boundary of New York State Territorial Waters to a Point of Interconnection in the Town of Hempstead, Nassau County. RULING ON MOTIONS ASHLEY MORENO and TA  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Delhi Telephone, Integrated Path Communications
ALBANY, New York, April 5 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on April 4, 2024: * * * To: Eileen M. Bodamer, Bodamer Consulting, LLC, 415 Hepplewhite Dr., Johns Creek, GA 30022, eileen@bodamer.com Re: Matter 24-00028 - Petition for Approval of the Adoption of an Existing Interconnection Agreement between Delhi Telephone Company and Integrated Path Communications, LLC. Dear Eileen Bodamer: The Department of Public Service (Department) has received the pet  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Dunkirk & Fredonia Telephone, Barr Tell USA
ALBANY, New York, April 5 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on April 4, 2024: * * * To: Eileen M. Bodamer, Bodamer Consulting, LLC, 415 Hepplewhite Dr., Johns Creek, GA 30022, eileen@bodamer.com Re: Matter 24-00033 - Petition for Approval of the Adoption of an Existing Interconnection Agreement between Dunkirk and Fredonia Telephone Company and Barr Tell USA, Inc. Dear Eileen Bodamer: The Department of Public Service (Department) has received the petit  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving NextEra Energy Services N.Y.
ALBANY, New York, April 5 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on April 4, 2024: * * * To: Melissa Lauderdale, NextEra Energy Services New York, LLC, 601 Travis Street, Suite 1400, Houston, TX, 77002, regulatory@nexteraenergyservices.com Re: 2024 ESCO Annual Compliance Dear Melissa Lauderdale: Thank you for your recent submittal pursuant to Section 2.D.1 of the New York Department of Public Service's Uniform Business Practices (UBP). This letter is to inf  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Rochester Gas & Electric
ALBANY, New York, April 3 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on April 2, 2024: * * * To: Mr. Mark O. Marini, Senior Director - Regulatory, Rochester Gas and Electric Corporation, 180 S. Clinton Avenue, Rochester, NY 14604 Re: Case No. 19-E-0380 - Proceeding on Motion of the Commission as to the Rates, Charges, Rules and Regulations of Rochester Gas and Electric Corporation for Electric Service. Request of Rochester Gas and Electric Corporation for an Exe  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Smart Home Energy Source
ALBANY, New York, April 4 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on April 3, 2024: * * * To: Andrew Massimo, 1320 Lincoln Avenue Suite 13, Holbrook, NY 11741 RE: 2023 Annual Compliance - Smart Home Energy Source Dear Andrew Massimo: Thank you for your recent submittal pursuant to Section 3F of the New York State DPS's Uniform Business Practices for Distributed Energy Resource Suppliers (UBP-DERS). This letter is to inform you that the documentation submitte  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving State Telephone Franchise With Village of Coxsackie, Green County
ALBANY, New York, April 6 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on April 5, 2024: * * * To: Mark Evans, Vice President, State Telephone Company, 46 Reed Street, PO Box 159, Coxsackie, New York 12051, mevans@statetel.com Re: Case 11-V-0037 - Petition of State Telephone Company for a Certificate of Confirmation for its Franchise with the Village of Coxsackie, Green County. Dear Mr. Evans: The Department of Public Service (Department) has received State Telep  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving State Telephone Franchise With Village of Ravena, Albany County
ALBANY, New York, April 6 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on April 5, 2024: * * * To: Mark Evans, Vice President, State Telephone Company, 46 Reed Street, PO Box 159, Coxsackie, New York 12051, mevans@statetel.com Re: Case 11-V-0092 - Petition of State Telephone Company for a Certificate of Confirmation for its Franchise with the Village of Ravena, Albany County. Dear Mr. Evans: The Department of Public Service (Department) has received State Telepho  more
N.Y. State Department of Health, NY State of Health, Department of Financial Services Announce Improvements to Stand-Alone Dental Plans Offered Through NY State of Health
ALBANY, New York, April 5 -- The New York State Department of Health issued the following news release on April 4, 2024: The New York State Department of Health, NY State of Health, and the Department of Financial Services announced today that, effective January 1, 2025, there will no longer be waiting periods for the majority of adult dental services for Individual Stand-Alone Dental Plans available to purchase on the Marketplace. This change is the first of a multi-phased initiative to improv  more
Nadav Klugman Joins White & Case as a Partner in Chicago
NEW YORK, April 5 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has expanded its Global Project Development and Finance Practice with the addition of Nadav Klugman as a partner in Chicago. "Strategic growth of our market-leading capabilities across the US is a key priority for the Firm, and we expect to continue seeing strong demand in the renewables sector as energy transition remains a priority for many of our clients," said White & Case C  more
National Grid Ventures, Con Edison Transmission Propose Garden State Energy Path to Connect New Jersey Offshore Wind
NEW YORK, April 5 -- Consolidated Edison, a provider of energy-related products and services, issued the following news release: National Grid Ventures (NGV) and Con Edison Transmission this week submitted a proposal to build transmission infrastructure that will carry offshore wind power to New Jersey's electric grid. The Garden State Energy Path will enable delivery of approximately 6 gigawatts of offshore wind power from its point of landfall at the Sea Girt National Guard Training Center t  more
National Leader in the Peace Movement to Speak at Niagara University
NIAGARA, New York, April 3 -- Niagara University issued the following news: Jerry Elmer, a Vietnam-era draft resister and a national leader in the peace movement, will present "Nonviolent Civil Disobedience: Lessons from a Draft Resister," on Tuesday, April 9, as part of the Niagara University Vincentian Center for Justice Social Justice Speaker Series. The talk, which is co-sponsored by NU's PeaceAction NY and the Peace and Justice Studies Association, will center on Elmer's efforts to promote  more
National Republican Congressional Committee: Blank Space Baby
WASHINGTON, April 3 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee issued the following news: It's Primary Day in New York and the liberal Working Families Party just could not help themselves. The extreme liberal group urged Democrats to leave the ballot blank out of protest for Palestine. This begs the question: do their candidates agree? Some congressional candidates who have WFP affiliations include: Nancy Goroff, Laura Gillen, Mondaire Jones, Pat Ryan, Josh Riley, and John Mannion.   more
National Women's Soccer League Commissioner Jessica Berman '02 Named Fordham Law School's 2024 Diploma Ceremony Speaker
BRONX, New York, April 4 -- Fordham University School of Law issued the following news on April 3, 2024: Fordham Law School is proud to announce that Jessica Berman '02, commissioner of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), will serve as the graduation speaker at Fordham Law School's 117th diploma ceremony on Monday, May 20. The ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. at Edwards Parade on Fordham University's Rose Hill campus in the Bronx, where over 650 law students will receive their diplomas.   more
NBCUniversal To Present Record-Setting U.S. Olympic Team Trials Coverage As America's Top Athletes Vie To Represent Team USA In Paris
NEW YORK, April 5 -- NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, issued the following news on April 4, 2024: * * * "All the drama we love about the Olympics begins with Making Team USA, when our nation's best athletes vie to make the most competitive team in the world. In some events, it's harder to qualify for the U.S. team than it is to win a medal at the Olympics themselves." -- Molly Solomon, Executive Producer & President of NBC Olympics Production * * * The road to the Olympic Games Paris   more
New Grant Supports St. John's Service 'Plunge' Program
QUEENS, New York, April 4 -- St. John's University issued the following news: St. John's University has been awarded a lucrative grant that enhances access to the Vincentian Institute for Social Action's (VISA) sought-after service immersion "Plunge" program, opening the door for enhanced participation from economically disadvantaged students. The Theresa and Edward O'Toole Foundation, which supports Catholic-based nonprofits in the New York City area and Southern California, has awarded the   more
New York City Mayor Adams Announces First Annual Increase In Minimum Pay Rate For App-Based Restaurant Delivery Workers
NEW YORK, April 2 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news on April 1, 2024: New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) Commissioner Vilda Vera Mayuga today announced that, effective immediately, the city's minimum pay rate for app-based restaurant delivery workers is increasing to at least $19.56 per hour before tips. The $19.56 rate reflects the 2024 phase-in rate of $18.96 and an inflation adjustment of 3.15 percent  more
New York City Mayor Adams Announces New York City's First-Ever Nonprofit Advisory Council
NEW YORK, April 3 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news on April 2, 2024: New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced the city's first-ever Nonprofit Advisory Council. Comprised of leaders and experts in the nonprofit sector, the advisory council will work with the New York City Mayor's Office of Nonprofit Services to serve as a link between the Adams administration and the nonprofit organizations serving New Yorkers. "When we came into office two years ago, we had a c  more
New York City Mayor Adams Launches Five-Borough Multifaith Tour, Bringing Together Multidenominational Leaders to Discuss Issues Facing Their Communities
NEW YORK, April 4 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news on April 3, 2024: New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced the city's first "Five-Borough Multifaith Tour," a series of conversations with clergy and faith leaders from across New York City to hear directly from them and discuss solutions to the serious issues facing their communities. The tour will begin today with a meeting of approximately 100 faith leaders from across Staten Island and continue with meetings  more
New York City Mayor Adams Launches Workforce Development Council to Unlock New Job Opportunities for New Yorkers
NEW YORK, April 5 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news on April 4, 2024: New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced the launch of the New York City Workforce Development Council, a group of leaders from the business community, educational institutions, unions, and training providers who will help develop and sustain strategies that will aid New Yorkers in finding family-sustaining careers and help employers tap the talent they need to succeed. Chaired by Rob Speyer, C  more
New York City Mayor Adams, Corporation Counsel Hinds-Radix Announce Lawsuit Against 11 Companies Illegally Distributing Disposable Flavored E-Cigarettes
NEW YORK, April 5 (TNSres) -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news on April 4, 2024: New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Corporation Counsel Sylvia O. Hinds-Radix today announced that the City of New York has filed a lawsuit against 11 wholesalers for their part in the illegal sale of flavored disposable e-cigarettes, the most popular vaping devices among middle school and high school youth. The 11 defendants - located in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, and upsta  more
New York City Police Department: Release of Body Worn Camera Footage From an Officer Involved Shooting That Occurred on January 16, 2024 in the Confines of the 73rd Precinct
NEW YORK, April 5 -- The New York City Police Department issued the following news release on April 4, 2024: The NYPD is releasing today body-worn camera footage from an officer-involved shooting that occurred on January 16th, 2024 in the confines of the 73rd Precinct.. The video includes available evidence leading up to the incident as well as during the incident. The NYPD is releasing this video for clear viewing of the totality of the incident. All NYPD patrol officers are equipped with bo  more
New York Magazine Wins Two National Magazine Awards
NEW YORK, April 4 -- New York Magazine issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: New York Magazine was recognized yesterday by the American Society of Magazine Editors (ASME) with two National Magazine Awards. The magazine was honored in the category of Single-Topic Issue for "The War and New York," which examined the ripple effect of the Israel-Hamas war in New York City. Under the leadership of photography director Jody Quon, the magazine won for the first time for overall excellenc  more
Newhouse Professor Harriet Brown Selected as 2024-2025 Fulbright U.S. Scholar
SYRACUSE, New York, April 5 -- Syracuse University's Newhouse School of Public Communications issued the following news: By Madelyn Geyer Harriet Brown, a professor of magazine, news and digital journalism (MND) at the Newhouse School, has been chosen as a 2024-2025 Fulbright U.S. Scholar. She will take her Fulbright semester in Israel during spring 2025. Brown's Fulbright award is a combination teaching and research grant. During her time in Israel, she will teach a class at the University o  more
Newhouse School: Award-Winning Journalist Holliday Moore Named News Director of WAER
SYRACUSE, New York, April 4 -- Syracuse University's Newhouse School of Public Communications issued the following news: WAER has named award-winning reporter, anchor and journalism instructor Holliday Moore as the public radio station's next news and public affairs director. She is scheduled to start in mid-April. Moore arrives in Syracuse after working in the Phoenix, Arizona, market, where her extensive experience includes tenures as a Morning Edition reporter for KJZZ-FM, the local NPR af  more
Newhouse School: Complexities of the Portrayal of Immigrant Communities in Media is Focus of Code^Shift Symposium
SYRACUSE, New York, April 3 -- Syracuse University's Newhouse School of Public Communications issued the following news: By Madelyn Geyer Journalists must appreciate and convey the complexities of how immigrant communities are portrayed in the media, placing emphasis on telling inclusive stories that avoid generalizations. Typically, media literacy education focuses on media production skills and on skills to seek out accurate information, added Srivi Ramasubramanian, a decorated communicati  more
Niagara University and M&T Bank Partner in Initiative to Support Multicultural Small Businesses
NIAGARA FALLS, New York, April 6 -- Niagara University issued the following news: Niagara University has partnered with M&T Bank to bring a multicultural small business innovation lab to Niagara County. The initiative, which is designed to empower, develop, and grow racially and ethnically diverse small businesses, is another critical step in the university's commitment to the growth and revitalization of Niagara Falls. This relationship between NU and M&T was established last fall, when the R  more
Niagara University Establishes Academic Partnerships With Universities in India
NIAGARA FALLS, New York, April 4 -- Niagara University issued the following news: The Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., Niagara University president, and Dr. Duleep C. Deosthale, vice president of international relations and the Brennan Center, recently traveled to India to facilitate academic collaborations with several Indian universities. The visits demonstrated Father Maher's commitment to strengthen Niagara's international presence and prepare students to become global leaders. "These collabora  more
Niagara University Receives Several Grants to Support Students and Enhance Programs
NIAGARA, New York, April 4 -- Niagara University issued the following news: Niagara University has received several grants that will support students and enhance programs across academic disciplines. The university's clinical mental health counseling program received a grant from the Patrick P. Lee Foundation to support students preparing for careers in this critical field. The funding will be used to establish up to five scholarships for full-time students in the program, which is accredited  more
Niagara University TESOL Teachers Make Impact in Niagara Falls City School District
NIAGARA FALLS, New York, April 6 -- Niagara University issued the following news: As we welcome multicultural families into our communities and their children into our schools, it is becoming critical for school districts across the country to have teachers who are qualified to teach English as a New Language while navigating their school's curriculum expectations. In the Niagara Falls City School District, Niagara University graduates have much of the responsibility for teaching these childre  more
Niagara University: Dr. Caitlin Riegel Presents Research at the Association of Teacher Educators Conference
NIAGARA, New York, April 3 (TNSres) -- Niagara University issued the following news: Dr. Caitlin Riegel, assistant professor of education at Niagara University, presented her research on "Dual Accountability: A Cohesive Model Connecting Pre-service and In-Service Approaches to Technology Instruction" at the Association of Teacher Educators Conference in Anaheim, Calif., on March 28, 2024. Dr. Riegel performed her research with Dr. Danielle Weinstein, an assistant principal at Upland Junior Hig  more
Nichols College: Ralph Crowley Jr. to Deliver Nichols College Commencement Address
DUDLEY, Massachusetts, April 5 -- Nichols College issued the following news on April 4, 2024: Nichols College has announced that Ralph Crowley Jr., president and chief executive officer of Polar Beverages, will give the Commencement Address at the 2024 commencement exercises on Saturday, May 4. Mr. Crowley has led Polar, founded in 1882 and the largest privately owned sparkling beverage bottler in the country, since 1992. Under his leadership, Polar has grown from an $18M to a $1B enterprise.  more
Nixon Peabody Expands Sports, Entertainment Capabilities With Counsel Hire
NEW YORK, April 4 -- Nixon Peabody, a law firm, issued the following news release: Nixon Peabody LLP is pleased to announce that sports and entertainment attorney Nicoleas Mayne has joined the international law firm's Corporate practice as counsel. As a member of the firm's Entertainment and Sports & Stadiums teams, Nic's arrival further bolsters Nixon Peabody's sports and entertainment capabilities. Nixon Peabody's Entertainment team has been recognized in Variety's Dealmakers Impact Report a  more
Northwood University: Esports Wins Rally Cry Counter-Strike 2 Collegiate Series
MIDLAND, Michigan, April 2 -- Northwood University issued the following news: Northwood Esports won the Rally Cry Counter-Strike 2 Collegiate Series this weekend. "We had a rough start at the beginning of Rally Cry season, but things really started coming together as playoffs approached," stated Max "SolGoat" Wallace, a player from Henrico, Virginia. "While we went into the playoffs as the No. 7 seed overall, we were confident we could win the entire tournament." Other players on Northwood's   more
NPR's David Folkenflik '91 to host 'Dissident Writers' event
ITHACA, New York, April 4 -- Cornell University issued the following news: NPR media correspondent David Folkenflik '91 will lead a panel discussion on the role of dissenting writers in Russia, China, Belarus and elsewhere in a College of Arts and Sciences Distinguished Visiting Journalist Program event on April 17. "Dissident Writers: A Conversation will feature Folkenflik in conversation with Suzanne Nossel, CEO of PEN America; and Belarusian poet Valzhyna Mort, associate professor of liter  more
NYC Health + Hospitals Releases New Episode of The Remedy, a Podcast From the Largest Safety Net Health System in the United States
NEW YORK, April 5 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release on April 4, 2024: NYC Health + Hospitals today released the seventh episode of its new podcast, The Remedy, featuring leaders and health care providers from the nation's largest municipal health care system. Episode 7: Helping Healers Heal covers how NYC Health + Hospitals supports the mental health of its more than 40,000 health care workers. Host Dr. Michael Shen is joined by Dr. Eric Wei, Senior Vice Pre  more
NYC Health + Hospitals' NYC Care Program Joins City and State Agencies to Mobilize Citywide to Spread the Word About Medicaid Expansion for Undocumented Older New Yorkers
NEW YORK, April 5 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release on April 4, 2024: In honor of National Public Health Week, City and State agencies led a Citywide Day of Action to encourage undocumented New Yorkers aged 65 and older to enroll in a newly expanded Medicaid-managed care insurance plan. As of January 1st, Medicaid was expanded to include undocumented older adults who are income-eligible in New York State. Previously, insurance for undocumented older resident  more
NYC Health + Hospitals/Coler Enhances the Dining Experience for Its Residents With the Opening of The Coler Cafe
NEW YORK, April 3 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release on April 2, 2024: NYC Health + Hospitals/Coler in partnership with Sodexo today announced the launch of The Coler Cafe, the most recent addition to the dining and culinary experience available to hundreds of nursing home residents. The collaborative approach of Sodexo's food service associates and Coler's team of Registered Dietitian Nutritionists offers a flavorful menu, individually tailored to the dietar  more
NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens Receives National Healthgrades Recognition for Patient Safety
NEW YORK, April 2 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release: NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens proudly announces its latest recognition for outstanding achievements in patient safety from Healthgrades, a leading national healthcare organization dedicated to evaluating and comparing hospital performance. Joining the ranks of only eight private hospitals in New York State, NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens continues to uphold its commitment to excellence in healthcare. The ho  more
NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull Achieves Accreditation From the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program
NEW YORK, April 6 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release on April 5, 2024: NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull announced today that its bariatric surgery center has been accredited as a Comprehensive Center by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP(R)), a joint Quality Program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). The Centers for Disease Contr  more
NYPD ANNOUNCES CITYWIDE CRIME STATISTICS FOR MARCH, FIRST QUARTER 2024
NEW YORK, April 4 (TNSres) -- The New York City Police Department issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: New York City saw continued reductions in overall crime through the first quarter of 2024, both above ground, on streets throughout the five boroughs, and below ground, within the nation's largest subway system. The single month of March 2024, compared to the same month last year, experienced even more drastic crime declines. Overall crime in the transit system plummeted 23.5 p  more
NYUAD and Dolphin Energy Sign Agreement to Boost Sustainability and Climate Change Research
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, April 5 (TNSres) -- New York University's Abu Dhabi campus issued the following news release: Maryam Al-Memari, a research assistant at NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD), has been named the inaugural Dolphin Energy Fellow. The unique national capacity-building fellowship model, which provides opportunities for outstanding Emirati graduates to gain experience in a cutting-edge academic research environment, was established through an agreement with Dolphin Energy to sponsor   more
Oneida Indian Nation's Wahta' Maple Farm Increases Its Maple Syrup Production by 35% in Its Second Season; Now For Sale at Nation Venues
ONEIDA, New York, April 4 -- The Oneida Indian Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: The Oneida Indian Nation announced today Wahta' Maple Farm has increased the production of its premium maple syrup by 35% this year. In its second sugaring season, Wahta' Maple Farm collected more than 50,800 gallons of sap and produced 675 gallons of syrup (vs. 32,650 gallons of sap and 500 gallons of syrup in 2023). The Wahta' team tapped mor  more
Orange & Rockland Utilities to Award $600k Over 3 Years to Support Climate Justice, Resiliency in New York, New Jersey
PEARL RIVER, New York, April 2 -- Orange and Rockland Utilities issued the following news release: Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. (O&R) is issuing a request for proposals (RFP) today to provide an initial grant of up to $600,000 over the next three years to help local organizations combat the effects of extreme heat and other climate-related extreme weather events. The grant is aimed at disadvantaged and historically marginalized communities across O&R's service area in three counties in N  more
Other Ways of Seeing: Understanding Ecology and Climate Through Art
SYRACUSE, New York, April 3 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Helping students of all ages understand and respond to the implications of the climate crisis, and to think ecologically, is complicated and requires an innovative and collaborative approach. That's why Mike Goode, professor of English in the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S), wanted to focus on ways the humanities could help people learn about ecology and climate when he became the William P. Tolley Distinguished Te  more
Over 5,000 People in Shelters Accessed Telehealth Through NYC Health + Hospitals Virtual ExpressCare
NEW YORK, April 2 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release on April 1, 2024: NYC Health + Hospitals and the NYC Department of Social Services announced that since January 2023, over 5,000 people in shelter accessed telehealth services through the Virtual ExpressCare platform. Virtual ExpressCare offers round-the-clock access to healthcare, 365 days a year, making it easy for patients to access care when and where it's convenient for them without taking time off fro  more
Pa. A.G. Henry Announces Six New States Have Joined Lawsuit Against Predatory Lender That Bilked Hundreds of Millions From Consumers in Hidden Add-On Fees
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, April 3 -- Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry issued the following news: Attorney General Michelle Henry announced that six new states have joined Pennsylvania in its federal lawsuit against Mariner Finance regarding widespread violations of multiple consumer protection laws that cost consumers hundreds of millions of dollars. Illinois, Indiana, New York, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Wisconsin filed a Motion to Intervene in the lawsuit, which the court gra  more
Panel Explores Challenges, Connections, and Paths Forward for Disability Justice, Abolition, and Racial Justice Movements
BROOKLYN, New York, April 5 -- Brooklyn Law School issued the following news: As awareness of systemic ableism and racism increased, particularly since the onset of the COVID pandemic, so too have responses from policymakers. Yet many of these resulting measures have been controversial and are facing direct challenges from advocates. On April 3, the panel discussion "Disability Justice as Abolition" explored the existence of intersectional--and compartmentalized--work among disability justice,  more
Panel explores rise of nationalism across the globe
ITHACA, New York, April 1 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Cornell faculty and alumni took part in a wide-ranging discussion focused on nationalism around the world during a March 26 New York City event featuring NPR media correspondent David Folkenflik '91, the Zubrow Distinguished Visiting Journalist in the College of Arts & Sciences. The event, held at Cornell's ILR Conference Center on Lexington Avenue, featured Mabel Berezin, the Distinguished Professor of Arts & Sciences   more
Paul Hastings Adds Leading Structured Finance Partner in New York
NEW YORK, April 4 -- Paul Hastings, a law firm, issued the following news on April 3, 2024: Paul Hastings LLP announced today that leading structured finance lawyer Shawn Kodes has joined the firm as a partner in New York and co-chair of its asset-backed finance practice. Kodes advises clients in all aspects of domestic and cross-border complex structured finance transactions across asset types. He joins from Weil Gotshal & Manges LLP. "Shawn is a premier structured finance lawyer and his ar  more
Paychex: U.S. Small Business Job and Wage Growth Remain Steady
ROCHESTER, New York, April 4 -- Paychex, a provider of integrated human capital management solutions for payroll, human resources, retirement and insurance services, issued the following news release: According to the Paychex Small Business Employment Watch, the Small Business Jobs Index grew 0.18 percentage points in March to 100.85 - the first increase year-to-date - but remained below pre-pandemic levels for the first three months of 2024. Hourly earnings growth for workers at U.S. compani  more
Pillsbury Advises Identiv in $145M Purchase Agreement to Sell Security Systems to Vitaprotech
NEW YORK, April 5 -- Pillsbury, a law firm, issued the following news release: Pillsbury advised Identiv, Inc., a global digital security and identification leader in the Internet of Things (IoT), in entering into a definitive asset purchase agreement to sell its physical security, access card and identity reader operations and assets to security solutions provider Vitaprotech. Under the terms of the agreement, Identiv will receive a payment of $145 million upon closing of the transaction, sub  more
Pillsbury: Blue Laser Fusion Conducts Subsequent Closing of Seed Round for Total Investment of $37.8M
NEW YORK, April 2 -- Pillsbury, a law firm, issued the following news release: Pillsbury advised Blue Laser Fusion, a Palo-Alto, CA-based inertial fusion company, in closing its $37.8 million seed funding round. This is the second closing of the seed round. Click here to see information about the initial closing. Existing investors JAFCO Group Co., Ltd., SPARX Group Co., Ltd (Mirai Creation Fund III), and Waseda University Ventures participated in the funding round along with new investors So  more
Pillsbury: Gather AI Secures $17M in Series A-1 Funding Round
NEW YORK, April 3 -- Pillsbury, a law firm, issued the following news release: Pillsbury advised Gather AI, makers of computer vision and AI-powered warehouse inventory monitoring solutions, in the closing of its recent $17 million Series A-1 round--bringing the total raised funds to $34 million. The funding round was led by Bain Capital Ventures with participation from Tribeca Venture Partners, Dundee Venture Capital, Expa and Bling Capital. Gather AI automates inventory visibility challenge  more
Racial Wealth Gap Research Presented at MetLife Foundation-Lender Center Event
SYRACUSE, New York, April 3 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: The U.S. racial wealth gap was the focus of a symposium hosted by the Lender Center for Social Justice last week. "Interrogating the Racial Wealth Gap: Thinking Locally," featured presentations by five faculty teams whose research is supported by 2023 MetLife Foundation grants. Projects focused on how demographics, situations and policies may create conditions that contribute to--or can help resolve--the existence of  more
Record Five Syracuse University Students Selected for Prestigious 2024 Goldwater Scholarship
SYRACUSE, New York, April 3 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Five Syracuse University students have been selected for the 2024 Goldwater Scholarship, the preeminent undergraduate scholarship awarded in the natural sciences, engineering and mathematics in the U.S. This is the first time Syracuse has had five students selected for the cohort and the third consecutive year the University has had at least three scholars selected in one year. The recipients are: Julia Fancher, a s  more
Reed Smith Represents Revelyst, a Segment of Vista Outdoor, on Acquisition of Pinseeker
NEW YORK, April 5 -- Reed Smith, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm Reed Smith has advised Revelyst, a segment of Vista Outdoor, Inc., the parent company of more than three dozen renowned brands that design, manufacture and market sporting and outdoor products, on its acquisition of Pinseeker, the leading simulator off-course golf and connectivity app that hosts real-time, virtual, closest-to-the-pin tournaments. Revelyst is a collective of world-class maker brands   more
Researchers produce grafts that replicate the human ear
ITHACA, New York, April 4 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Using state-of-the-art tissue engineering techniques and a 3D printer, researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine and Cornell Engineering have assembled a replica of an adult human ear that looks and feels natural. The study, published March 16 in Acta Biomaterialia, offers the promise of grafts with well-defined anatomy and the correct biomechanical properties for those who are born with a congenital malformation or who lo  more
Roberts Wesleyan University School of Nursing Appoints Annemarie Dowling-Castronovo, Ph.D., as New Dean
ROCHESTER, New York, April 3 -- Roberts Wesleyan College issued the following news: Roberts Wesleyan University is pleased to announce Annemarie Dowling-Castronovo, Ph.D., R.N., GNP-BC, ACHPN, CNE, FNAP as the new dean for the School of Nursing, effective April 2. Dowling-Castronovo joins Roberts Wesleyan from Monmouth University in New Jersey, where she recently served as chair of the nursing department, chief academic nursing officer and professor of nursing at the Marjorie K. Unterberg Schoo  more
Rochester Institute of Technology Faculty Member Becomes Fellow of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering
ROCHESTER, New York, April 2 (TNSres) -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Karin Wuertz-Kozak, a faculty researcher at Rochester Institute of Technology, was recently inducted into the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) College of Fellows. Becoming an AIMBE Fellow, one of the organization's most prestigious honors, signifies inclusion among the top 2 percent of medical and biological engineers, representing the most accomplished   more
Rochester Institute of Technology Student Mike Elrod Creates a 3D-Printed Electric Skateboard
ROCHESTER, New York, April 5 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: While on co-op at Tesla in 2022, fifth-year mechanical engineering student Mike Elrod was compelled by his creative spirit and passion for robotics, and the fact that he did not have a car, to create his very own electric skateboard using a 3D printer he had purchased. Drawing from his background in engineering and his ability to create high-quality, functional products with 3D printing, Elrod g  more
Rochester Institute of Technology Study Reveals Public's Engagement With 2024 Solar Eclipse Across America
ROCHESTER, New York, April 2 (TNSres) -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: A faculty researcher from Saunders College of Business at RIT has conducted a study capturing the public's pre-event engagement with the 2024 solar eclipse happening across the U.S. next week. According to Muhammet Kesgin, associate professor in the International Hospitality and Service Innovation Department, and Kate Russo, an eclipse-chasing psychologist based in Australia who has wi  more
Rochester Institute of Technology: Design Professor Personalizes Support to Help Students Grow
ROCHESTER, New York, April 6 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Cultivating a collection of orchids can be a challenge for even the most experienced gardener. Hye-Jin Nae '04 MFA (computer graphics design) has learned a lot about caring for the delicate plants after years of growing her collection, from identifying how to provide support as the stems and roots grow to knowing how to be attentive and adjust her care so the fickle blooms can thrive. She expla  more
Rochester Institute of Technology: Electrical Engineering Professor Connects History With the Future for Today's Students
ROCHESTER, New York, April 6 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Dorin Patru had prepared some talking points on his computer for his interview about becoming a 2024 Eisenhart awardee. When asked about how students have changed (or not) over the years, he started to laugh. "My screen just went blank; it wants me to be authentic," he joked. Patru's authenticity and humor are as much a part of his classes as the informal conversations he has with students abo  more
Rochester Institute of Technology: Imaging Science Professor Continues Legacy of His Mentors
ROCHESTER, New York, April 6 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Carl Salvaggio '87 BS/MS (imaging science) had no plans to pursue teaching when he left his hometown in New Jersey for Rochester in the 1980s. He enrolled as a biomedical photography major at RIT because of his passion for photography and the recommendation of a high school teacher he admired. But Salvaggio quickly realized that his photography skills were nothing compared to his fellow student  more
Rochester Institute of Technology: New Study Investigates Illegal Child Sexual Abuse Material and Anonymity on Tor Network
ROCHESTER, New York, April 6 (TNSres) -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Rochester Institute of Technology cybersecurity professor Billy Brumley is helping shed light on dark corners of the internet. Brumley and a multidisciplinary group of researchers from around the globe are investigating the availability of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) online, in order to better understand and combat its widespread dissemination. Their findings provide crucial ins  more
Rochester Institute of Technology: Scientists Release New Insight About Southern Ring Nebula
ROCHESTER, New York, April 3 (TNSres) -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Planetary nebulae have been studied for centuries, but astronomers are getting new looks and a better understanding of the structures and compositions of these gaseous remnants of dying stars thanks to the ability to study objects at multiple wavelengths and dimensions. The Southern Ring Nebula, or NGC 3132, is one such object. Rochester Institute of Technology Chester F. Carlson Cente  more
Rockefeller University: How One Scientist's Fascination With RNA Changed Medicine Forever
NEW YORK, April 5 (TNSres) -- Rockefeller University issued the following news: There's a science to brewing good beer. You can't turn water, malt, hops, and yeast into an effervescent hefeweizen without understanding how to transform grain into drink. The same goes for baking a loaf of bread, which requires a grasp of the dynamics between wheat, water, and yeast. And when it comes to optimizing crop yield, genetic savviness about plant breeding is key. Such down-to-earth biochemistry runs in   more
Ropes & Gray Represents New Mountain Capital in Strategic Investment in Rawlings Group
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 3 -- Ropes and Gray, a law firm, issued the following news: Ropes & Gray advised affiliates of New Mountain Capital in their strategic investment in The Rawlings Group, a leading coverage analytics provider ensuring payment accuracy on behalf of its health plan clients. Financial terms were not disclosed, and the deal was announced in an April 2 press release. New Mountain Capital is a New York-based investment firm with over $50 billion in assets under management  more
ROTC Cadets Receive Prestigious Scholarships at 107th Chancellor's Review
SYRACUSE, New York, April 4 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: During the 107th Chancellor's Review this year, more than 70 scholarships were presented to cadets from the University's two Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) programs. Cadets from the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force ROTC programs were acknowledged by more than 23 scholarship programs made available by supporting organizations as well as the generosity of esteemed supporters of the University's military-connected ini  more
Rowan University Students Win Prestigious 'Gracie' Awards
GLASSBORO, New Jersey, April 2 -- Rowan University issued the following news: Rowan University senior Megan Steckler won a prestigious Gracie Award for the second consecutive year from the Alliance for Women In Media Foundation in New York March 28. Steckler was honored for Best Host/Personality in the student division as host of "A Community Affair," making her the first Rowan Radio member to win two Gracie awards. Last year she was honored for "A Community Affair" in the Best Talk Show categ  more
Rowan University: Alumnus, Author and Legendary Investment Advisor Ric Edelman to Deliver Commencement Keynote
GLASSBORO, New Jersey, April 3 -- Rowan University issued the following news: Alumnus Ric Edelman '80, a #1 New York Times-bestselling author and perhaps the most famous financial advisor in America, will deliver the keynote address during Rowan University's main Commencement ceremony Saturday, May 4, in Coach Richard Wackar Stadium. Edelman, who hosted the nation's longest-running personal finance radio show for 30 years and now hosts the popular podcast, "The Truth About Your Future with Ric  more
Rutgers University: Building Bridges--and Tunnels--to Positive Change
CAMDEN, New Jersey, April 3 -- Rutgers University Camden campus issued the following news: * * * Rutgers-Camden welcomes CEO of the Gateway Development Commission as part of the Eminent Business Leader Speaker Series * * * By Caroline Brobeil A lifetime of public service has taught Kris Kolluri RSBC'91 that business leaders can serve as catalysts for social good and positive change. As the current chief executive officer of the Gateway Development Commission charged with modernizing the rai  more
Sage Colleges: Ferguson Fellowship Supports Student's Service Trip to South Africa and Continued Study of Issues Relating to Children, Immigration, and Mental Health
TROY, New York, April 5 (TNSres) -- Sage Colleges issued the following news: Russell Sage College Sociology and Psychology major Sita Sako '24 and Director of Service Learning and Community Engagement Ali Schaeffing, Ph.D., spent spring break 2024 in South Africa volunteering at a childcare center in a low-income area of Cape Town. For Sako, who traveled with support from the Doris Adams Ferguson '53 Memorial Endowed Student Fellowship for Sociology, the trip was an opportunity to continue to  more
SBU Chemistry Majors Presented a Third Avenue for Automatic Acceptance Into a PH.D. Program
ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, April 6 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release: Chemistry majors at St. Bonaventure University now have a third opportunity for automatic acceptance into a doctoral chemistry program upon graduation from SBU. An articulation agreement between St. Bonaventure and North Dakota State University (NDSU) grants students who earn a B.S. in chemistry from St. Bonaventure automatic acceptance in the Ph.D. in chemistry program at NDSU provided they hav  more
Scholastic: Dog Man Tops the Charts - Dav Pilkey's 'Dog Man - The Scarlet Shedder' is #1 Bestselling Book Around the World
NEW YORK, April 2 -- Scholastic, a children's publishing, education and media company, issued the following news release: New York, Toronto, London, Sydney - Dog Man is top dog and it's a global sweep! The bestselling Dog Man graphic novel series by author and illustrator Dav Pilkey powers up to the #1 spot with Dog Man: The Scarlett Shedder topping bestseller lists worldwide. The newest title in the global publishing phenomenon is the #1 bestselling book overall (children's and adult books com  more
Senator Schumer Secures $500,000 for SUNY Geneseo Technology and Security Infrastructure Improvements
GENESEO, New York, April 5 -- The State University of New York's Geneseo Campus issued the following news: SUNY Geneseo was awarded $500,000 to support campus technology and security infrastructure improvements. Senator Charles Schumer (D-NY) secured the funding, which was included in the FY24 Congressional appropriations. The SUNY Geneseo University Police Department (UPD) will use the funding to advance a multi-year plan to enhance its security and technology infrastructure. "The University   more
Sesame Workshop Launches New Resources in Celebration of Autism Acceptance Month
NEW YORK, April 2 -- The Sesame Workshop issued the following news release on April 1, 2024: Sesame Workshop, the global impact nonprofit behind Sesame Street, released new resources today in celebration of Autism Acceptance Month. These free resources in English and Spanish aim to help autistic children and their families build confidence and self-determination skills, while also fostering understanding and acceptance of autism among all children and adults. The new resources are part of the   more
Sidley Adds Partner John Godfrey to Global M&A and Private Equity Practice in New York
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 3 -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, issued the following news release: Sidley is pleased to announce that John C. Godfrey has joined Sidley's M&A and Private Equity practice as a partner in New York. Mr. Godfrey joins Sidley from Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP where he served as a member of that firm's M&A and PE practices. This follows the addition of a team of 11 lawyers from Paul, Weiss in the last 10 months. Mr. Godfrey has over a decade of experience in   more
Siena College Research Institute: National Consumer Sentiment Skyrockets
LOUDONVILLE, New York, April 4 (TNSres) -- Siena College Research Institute issued the following news release: * * * In NY Up Nearly 3 Points * New Yorkers Future Outlook Highest Since June '21; Current Score Remains Slightly Negative All National Scores Above Breakeven First Time Since 2nd Quarter 2021 * Gas Prices Concern Lowest in 3 Years; Food Worries Remain for 77% * * * The New York State Index of Consumer Sentiment now stands at 76.9 up 2.8 points from the last measurement in the fo  more
Siena College: Exploring the Impact of Eviction
LOUDONVILLE, New York, April 6 -- Siena College issued the following news: What happens to people when they are evicted from their homes? How does the eviction process work, and how does it impact families, communities and the overall social fabric? To explore these questions from a sociological perspective, Suvarna Cherukuri, Ph.D., professor of sociology, developed an introductory seminar specifically on eviction and its impact. Their class studies last fall culminated in a series of observa  more
Siena College: Teach-Out in Education
LOUDONVILLE, New York, April 6 -- Siena College issued the following news: Ashleigh Mein '26 had originally hoped to be a Saint, but at the time she was applying to colleges, Siena didn't offer the early childhood education program she wanted. She enrolled at the College of St. Rose in Albany to earn her bachelor of science in elementary education. Mein and her St. Rose classmates got the sad news late last fall that their school would be closing for good at the end of this academic year. Sie  more
Sony Music and Campside Media Premiere 19 Days, New Season of Witnessed Examining String of Deadly Serial Bombings Ahead of 2018 SXSW Festival
NEW YORK, April 2 -- Sony Music Entertainment issued the following news release on April 1, 2024: Sony Music and Campside Media, in partnership with Pegalo Pictures, today announced the season premiere of 19 Days, a new season of Witnessed that explores the 2018 investigation of deadly serial bombings in Austin, Texas leading up to the popular South by Southwest Festival. The first episode is available today, and subscribers to The Binge can listen to all episodes now. Hosted by journalist   more
South Side Innovation Center to Receive $1M to Upgrade Facilities, Enhance Support of Regional Workforce and Economic Development
SYRACUSE, New York, April 4 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Building on its longtime success of supporting entrepreneurs, Syracuse University's South Side Innovation Center (SSIC) will receive $1 million in federal funding to upgrade its facilities in support of its role to help grow the workforce and prepare small businesses as Micron's $100 billion investment transforms the region over the next decade. On Wednesday, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senator Kirs  more
Spring 2024 Engineering and Computer Science Research Day Winners Announced
SYRACUSE, New York, April 1 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Master's and doctoral students from across the College of Engineering and Computer Science presented their research at the 2024 ECS Research Day. Master's and doctoral students from across the College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS) presented their research during the 2024 ECS Research Day, held at the National Veterans Resource Center. From fundamental studies to prototype development, a total of 113 poste  more
St. Bonaventure University: Campus Community Invited to Watch Eclipse Monday
ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, April 6 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release: Members of the Bonaventure community are invited to gather in the quad between Plassmann Hall and the McGinley-Carney Ministry Center Monday afternoon to watch the solar eclipse. The event runs from 2 to 4:30 p.m., with the partial eclipse beginning at 2:04 p.m. and ending at 4:34 p.m. Eclipse totality on campus will occur at 3:20 p.m., with a duration of approximately 13 seconds. The event wil  more
St. John's University: Collins College Hosts AI Hackathon With Alumni-Owned Company
QUEENS, New York, April 6 -- St. John's University issued the following news: The Lesley H. and William L. Collins College of Professional Studies recently partnered with Headstarter Inc., an Artificial Intelligence (AI) startup cofounded by St. John's University alumnus Faizan Ahmed '22CCPS, '23GCCPS, to host the Headstarter AI Hackathon, a competition that challenges students to create AI projects addressing the company's business needs. "This event highlighted the value of alumni involveme  more
St. John's University: Discussion Highlights Life and Legacy of St. Louise De Marillac
QUEENS, New York, April 4 -- St. John's University issued the following news: Wife, mother, grandmother, widow, religious organizer, servant of the poor: St. Louise de Marillac embraced many roles during her life, and that is why she is an essential ambassador of the Vincentian heritage of St. John's University. The life and legacy of St. Louise was the subject of a Lenten reflection held on March 14 by four members of the St. John's chapter of the Ladies of Charity, a Catholic organization of  more
Staff Members Recognized for Showing Support to Veterans and Military Families
SYRACUSE, New York, April 6 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Not only does the saying "it takes a village" apply to raising children, but it also applies to supporting veterans and their families before, during and after their deployments. With Syracuse recognized as being a Best Place for Veterans, it comes as no surprise that staff members at the University have been recognized for supporting military members and their families. Vanessa Marquette G'19, media relations specia  more
State University of New York's Polytechnic Institute: Dr. Lauren Endres Presents at Wynn Hospital
ALBANY, New York, April 3 -- The State University of New York's Polytechnic Institute issued the following news: On March 26, SUNY Poly Associate Professor of Biology Dr. Lauren Endres gave an invited talk on forever chemicals at the Wynn Hospital as part of the Mohawk Valley Health System's Physicians and Faculty Development Series. Her presentation centered on research she's done investigating the potential of PFAS (per and polyfluoroalkylated substances) to induce oxidative stress in cells  more
Students Encouraged to Complete Survey That Will Inform Sexual and Relationship Violence Prevention and Response
SYRACUSE, New York, April 2 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: On March 25, the Chancellor's Task Force on Sexual and Relationship Violence launched the Sexual and Relationship Violence Survey. The Office of Institutional Research administers this anonymous survey to a random group of undergraduate, graduate and law students every two years. Survey results will inform services, programs and awareness efforts to help prevent and respond to sexual and relationship violence. Studen  more
Suffrage Science Award given to neuroscientist Azahara Oliva
ITHACA, New York, April 2 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Azahara Oliva, assistant professor of neurobiology and behavior in the College of Arts and Sciences, has been awarded the international Suffrage Science Award for Life Sciences in 2024. Launched on the 100th anniversary of International Women's Day, the award aims to "create a self-perpetuating cohort of talent that can encourage others to enter science and reach senior leadership roles," said the prize committee. The a  more
SUNY Downstate Researchers Publish New Study Highlighting COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy Among HIV Positive Population
BROOKLYN, New York, April 3 (TNSres) -- The SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University issued the following news release: SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University announced the publication of new research by Tamar Zurashvili, M.D., MPH, from the Faculty of Medicine at Tbilisi State University in Tbilisi, Georgia, on examining the barriers to COVID-19 vaccine uptake among people living with HIV (PLWH) in the country of Georgia. The research reported in this publication was supported by the Fogar  more
SUNY New Paltz Initiating Two-Year Process to Seek a New Athletic Conference
NEW PALTZ, New York, April 4 -- The State University of New York's New Paltz Campus issued the following news release: SUNY New Paltz is beginning a two-year process of exiting the SUNY Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) and seeking a new home conference for Hawks varsity sports. This transition would not take effect until the 2026-27 season. New Paltz will continue to compete in SUNYAC, with no changes to the existing structure, until that time. The primary goal of this transition will be to improv  more
SUNY Poly Announces Inaugural Summer Spotlight Series
ALBANY, New York, April 2 -- The State University of New York's Polytechnic Institute issued the following news on April 1, 2024: SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) is thrilled to announce the launch of the SUNY Poly Summer Spotlight Series, a new and vibrant community engagement initiative set to debut this June. This series encompasses a diverse range of events, workshops, and camps designed to offer enriching experiences for participants of all ages. The initiative highlights the incredi  more
SUNY Poly Students to Participate in NYSID CREATE Symposium
ALBANY, New York, April 3 -- The State University of New York's Polytechnic Institute issued the following news: Three SUNY Poly Mechanical Engineering students, Amy De Sena, Sarah Hahn and Gabriella Yacobucci, will compete for a chance to win $15,000 at the 2024 New York State Industries for the Disabled (NYSID) CREATE Symposium in Albany on April 8. The annual symposium sees students collaborating with rehabilitative support organizations to develop innovations that help those with disabiliti  more
SUNY Recognizes Two Plattsburgh Seniors for Excellence in Academics, Leadership
PLATTSBURGH, New York, April 3 -- The State University of New York's Plattsburgh Campus issued the following news: Two SUNY Plattsburgh seniors were chosen to receive the Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence by the State University of New York. Kara Oatman, an education major from Honeoye Falls, N.Y., and Christine Parmeter, a psychology major from Plattsburgh, were cited for excelling in areas such as campus involvement, athletics, career achievement, community service, creative and perf  more
SUNY's University at Albany: School of Business EY LEADs Program Wins Insight Into Diversity Award
ALBANY, New York, April 4 -- The State University of New York's University at Albany issued the following news: By Michael Parker The University at Albany's Massry School of Business is being highlighted by Insight Into Diversity for its ongoing leadership in social mobility. The school has won the 2023-24 Inspiring Programs in Business Award for its EY Leadership Education in Accounting and Diversity (EY LEADs) Program. For more than a decade, UAlbany has partnered with Ernst & Young (EY), o  more
SUNY's University at Albany: School of Social Welfare Senior Named 'BSW Student of the Year'
ALBANY, New York, April 4 -- The State University of New York's University at Albany issued the following news: By Erin Frick University at Albany senior Brianna Lennon has been named "BSW Social Work Student of the Year" by the New York State chapter of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW-NYS). The recognition honors a social work undergraduate student who has demonstrated academic excellence, a commitment to social work, and active pursuit of the values, knowledge and skills n  more
SUNY-Stony Brook: Money Ranks Stony Brook University Hospital #19 on Its Best Hospitals of 2024 List
STONY BROOK, New York, April 5 -- The State University of New York's Stony Brook University issued the following news release: Out of more than 6,000 hospitals in the country, Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) has been ranked number 19 on Money magazine's prestigious "Best Hospitals of 2024" list. This recognition gave SBUH an "A" ranking for General Practice and underscores Stony Brook's unwavering commitment to providing the highest level of care to every Long Island resident. "This ack  more
SUNY-Upstate Medical Campus: National Association Recognizes Five Upstate Practices as Patient-Centered Medical Homes
SYRACUSE, New York, April 3 -- The State University of New York Upstate Medical University campus issued the following news: Upstate Family and Preventive Medicine at Upstate Community Hospital; Upstate Family and Preventive Medicine at Nappi Wellness Institute; Adult Medicine; Upstate Internists; and Inclusive Health Services--have obtained recognition as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) by the National Center for Quality Assurance (NCQA). Four of the pratices named are located in the N  more
SUNY: Governor Hochul Launches Efforts to Help New York Students Access Financial Aid
ALBANY, New York, April 3 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release on April 2, 2024: Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation declaring April 2024 as Financial Aid Awareness Month in New York State to help inform students and families of the importance of completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and the many financial aid options available to them. Governor Hochul also announced that the Petrie Foundation has awarded the City University of Ne  more
Syracuse University Extends Test Optional Policy for Students Applying for Fall 2025 Admission
SYRACUSE, New York, April 3 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Syracuse University today announced it will extend its test optional policy and will not require SAT or ACT scores for students applying for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 admission. Details surrounding the test optional policy remain the same as for those who applied for admission since the policy was first established in 2021, including the important fact that students who choose not to submit standardized test scores w  more
Syracuse University Releases Updated Climate Action Plan
SYRACUSE, New York, April 5 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Last year, Syracuse University, in partnership with Student Association, announced a new set of goals to substantially enhance and propel the University's sustainability efforts, including reaching net-zero emissions by 2032. Today, thanks to the work of the Sustainability Oversight Council and the team in Sustainability Management, the Climate Action Plan has been updated to reflect the action the University will tak  more
Syracuse University: How the Eclipse May Change What You See and Sense
SYRACUSE, New York, April 5 -- Syracuse University issued the following news on April 4, 2024: When the moon completely blocks the sun on April 8, you'll notice more than the darkness. Here are some things you may pick up on. If you don't, that's OK. There may be variation depending on your location, your area's geography and other factors. But it's still fun to keep an eye out for these potential changes! You'll feel colder. With the entire sun blocked, temperatures will drop, potentially up  more
Syracuse University: International Festival Welcomes Global and Campus Communities
SYRACUSE, New York, April 5 -- Syracuse University issued the following news on April 4, 2024: The Center for International Services in partnership with the Student Association invites the campus community to attend the annual International Festival on Sunday, April 14, 2-6 p.m., Goldstein Auditorium, Schine Student Center. Now in its fourth year, this celebratory campus tradition has grown into a large-scale showcase further honoring cultural traditions and talents across the student experien  more
Syracuse University: Physics Lab Manager Talks All Things Eclipse
SYRACUSE, New York, April 5 -- Syracuse University issued the following news on April 4, 2024: On April 8, 2024, Syracuse will witness a rare and splendid event as a total solar eclipse will cast the city into a brief period of daytime darkness. Students, faculty, staff and the community are invited to the Shaw Quadrangle (aka "the Quad") for an afternoon of fun, with science demonstrations presented by the College of Arts and Sciences' Department of Physics. Ahead of the momentous occasion, S  more
Syracuse Views Spring 2024
SYRACUSE, New York, April 5 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Campus community members enjoy a spring day. (Photo by Hung Phung, a student in the School of Information Studies) We want to know how you experience Syracuse University. Take a photo and share it with us. We select photos from a variety of sources. Submit photos of your University experience by filling out a submission form or sending it directly to Syracuse University News at newsphoto@syr.edu. You might see it fea  more
Teneo Expands Washington Office With Key Senior Appointments: Rory Cooper and Kevin Seifert to Join Teneo's Washington Team
NEW YORK, April 5 -- Teneo, a CEO advisory firm, issued the following news release on April 4, 2024: Teneo, the global CEO advisory firm, today announced the appointment of Rory Cooper as a Senior Managing Director with the firm's Strategy and Communications business in Washington, D.C. In addition, Teneo announced that Kevin Seifert will join the firm as an Advisor also based in Washington. Rory Cooper is a veteran political, policy and brand strategist with expertise earned from senior gover  more
The Impact of China's Rapidly Aging Society
SYRACUSE, New York, April 3 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Due to its economic growth and large population, the People's Republic of China is widely viewed as a rising economic and military superpower. But declining fertility rates and increased life expectancies over the last few decades have conspired to make China one of the more rapidly aging societies in the world. Merril Silverstein Merril Silverstein, the inaugural holder of the Marjorie Cantor Endowed Professorship   more
The Most Successful One Day for Orange! #CuseGivingDay
SYRACUSE, New York, April 5 -- Syracuse University issued the following news on April 4, 2024: A big "thank you" to the Orange community, which showed up in a big way for Syracuse Giving Day. In total, 6,727 donors gave $2,092,589 to support all areas of the University. Results are still being finalized, but this was a record year for the most donors to Syracuse University in a 24-hour period. This included donors from all 50 states and 13 countries, with 2,702 alumni, 636 students and 1,225 f  more
Through community, Indigenous students thrive in STEM
ITHACA, New York, April 2 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Growing up in coastal Delaware and Maryland as part of the Nanticoke tribal community, Cannon Cline '25 became fascinated with the way storms transformed the coastline. As he grew older, he wanted to understand how weather and climate change impacted the land and the communities that live off of it, communities often marginalized like his own. "I feel very passionate about being able to use what I do and the things I'm   more
Townsend lecturer explores Anatolian origins of European literature
ITHACA, New York, April 1 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Sarah Morris, Steinmetz Professor of Classical Archaeology and Material Culture in the Department of Classics and the Cotsen Institute of Archaeology at UCLA, will deliver the Townsend Lectures in the Department of Classics at Cornell on April 10, 12 and 15. Since 1985, the Prescott W. Townsend Memorial Fund has supported annual lectures given by scholars of international reputation. The lectures, revised for publicatio  more
Tradeweb Reports March 2024 Total Trading Volume of $36.2 Trillion and Average Daily Volume of $1.81 Trillion
NEW YORK, April 5 (TNSres) -- Tradeweb Markets, a builder and operator of global fixed income and derivatives marketplaces, issued the following news release on April 4, 2024: Tradeweb Markets Inc. (Nasdaq: TW), a leading, global operator of electronic marketplaces for rates, credit, equities and money markets, today reported total trading volume for the month of March 2024 of $36.2 trillion (tn)[1]. Average daily volume (ADV) for the month was $1.81tn, an increase of 19.9 percent (%) year-over  more
Transcript: Mayor Adams, Police Commissioner Caban Deliver Remarks at Funeral for Fallen NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller
NEW YORK, March 30 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of his remarks with New York Police Commissioner Edward Caban at the funeral for fallen officer Jonathan Diller: * * * Mayor Eric Adams: I recall walking into the hospital and being told by my detail that how close to home this was. Jennifer, who has been with my detail for some time, from the day I was elected. It was this natural friendship that we've developed. And my team told me it was her cousin. And as  more
Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Appears Live on FOX5's 'The 6 O'Clock News'
NEW YORK, April 4 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of an interview on April 3, 2024, with Natasha Verma and Bianca Peters of FOX5's The 6 O'Clock News: * * * Natasha Verma: Well, now to Mayor Adams. Today he released the latest stats addressing crime in the subway system. Bianca Peters: That's right, and according to the mayor, overall crime declined by more than 23 percent in March, with robberies down nearly 52 percent, and felony assaults down nearly 11 per  more
Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Appears on 94.7 Block's Jonesy in the Morning
NEW YORK, April 5 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of an interview on April 4, 2024, with Tarsha Jones and Wayne Mayo of 94.7 the Block's Jonesy in the Morning: * * * Tarsha Jones: I heard you skipped up the block and went and had breakfast. You was on that damn Breakfast Club. I told you about them people. See, I have created. For those of you that don't know, this is Mayor Eric Adams, the honorable mayor of New York City. I have created a very safe environmen  more
Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Appears On ABC's 'GMA3'
NEW YORK, April 3 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of an interview on April 2, 2024, with Eva Pilgrim and DeMarco Morgan of ABC's GMA3: * * * Eva Pilgrim: Welcome back to GMA3. A number of high profile crimes have added to concerns about subway safety here in New York, making some New Yorkers second guess riding what the mayor calls the lifeblood of our city. According to the NYPD, despite a January surge, transit crime is actually down slightly year to date ve  more
Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Appears On Fox5's 'Good Day New York'
NEW YORK, April 6 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of an interview on April 5, 2024, with Curt Menefee and Rosanna Scotto of Fox5's Good Day New York: * * * Curt Menefee: All right. Thanks, Mike. Well, we all know that persistent gun violence is an issue all across the country, and specifically, here in New York City. Today, it's the focus of a very special summit taking place between public safety leaders, middle and high school students, and nonprofit leaders  more
Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Appears On PIX11's 'Morning News At 7'
NEW YORK, April 6 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of an interview on April 5, 2024, with Hazel Sanchez and Dan Mannarino of PIX11's Morning News At 7: * * * Hazel Sanchez: Crime is down across the city and in the subways based on the latest crime stat reports released by the NYPD. Dan Mannarino: The battle now is about getting dangerous people off the streets and keeping them off, but also paying close attention to what's happening in our schools. Joining us   more
Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Appears on WNBC's News 4 NY
NEW YORK, April 3 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of an interview on April 1, 2024, with Adam Kuperstein of WNBC's News 4 NY: * * * Adam Kuperstein: Now to a News 4 exclusive, a $15 million lawsuit getting a lot of attention. A man claims that a Lower Manhattan Burger King is the center of a drug market. But many neighbors, they're not buying it. News 4's Myles Miller has been digging into this case and has more on what the police and the men who were hanging  more
Treats and poems featured at LRC's "Sweet Poetry" event
ITHACA, New York, April 5 -- Cornell University issued the following news: "Any poem, any language" is the theme of "Sweet Poetry," the Language Resource Center's (LRC) second annual celebration of National Poetry Month. Sweet Poetry will be on Wed., April 17, from 5-7 p.m. in the Groos Family Atrium in Klarman Hall. During the event, tasty treats will be served while Cornell community members offer live poetry recitations in multiple languages. The event booklet, available digitally, includes  more
Trinity College: There Goes the Sun - Solar Eclipse Should Be 'A Really Awesome Show,' Physics Professors Say
HARTFORD, Connecticut, April 4 -- Trinity College issued the following news: Trinity College's campus will experience a dusk-like darkness on the afternoon of Monday, April 8, when the moon blocks out most of the sun's light during a partial solar eclipse. While Hartford will not see a total eclipse, more than 90 percent of the sun will appear covered. "It will still be quite impressive," said Assistant Professor of Physics Kelly M. Patton. The path of totality--where the moon completely block  more
Two Bard College Students Named as Recipients of the Barry Goldwater Scholarship
ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, New York, April 4 -- Bard College issued the following news release: Bard College is pleased to announce that Bard students Reed Campbell, a junior biology major, and Emma Derrick, a junior physics major, have been announced as recipients of the 2024 Barry Goldwater Scholarship. The Goldwater scholarship supports college sophomores and juniors who intend to pursue research careers in the natural sciences, mathematics, and engineering. Campbell, who is currently studying ab  more
Two Cornell scientists chosen for 51 Pegasi b Fellowships
ITHACA, New York, April 1 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Two early-career scientists at Cornell have been awarded Heising-Simons Foundation 51 Pegasi b Fellowships: Ligia Fonseca Coelho, a Fulbright Scholar in the Department of Astronomy in the College of Arts and Sciences; and Zach Ulibarri, a postdoc in mechanical and aerospace engineering in the College of Engineering. The three-year postdoctoral fellowship provides recipients with resources, freedom and flexibility to con  more
Two Union College Students Awarded Watson Fellowships to Pursue Their Passion
SCHENECTADY, New York, April 4 -- Union College issued the following news: Ebyan Abshir '24 is interested in learning how nations reconcile with the atrocities of the past and transition into an era of peace and harmony. Samuel Crowley '24 wants to explore how art is used as a barometer that both defines difference and builds connection across it. Abshir and Crowley are the latest Union students to be awarded a prestigious Thomas J. Watson Fellowship. They are among 35 students selected nati  more
U.S. EPA, N.Y. Environmental Conservation Department Launch Statewide Environmental Justice Listening Tour
ALBANY, New York, April 6 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced a series of Environmental Justice listening sessions to support and enhance meaningful engagement with communities with environmental justice concerns. The events support DEC and EPA's ongoing efforts to promote and enhance existing state and fed  more
UB Awarded $1.25 Million Grant to Create Clean Energy Research Hub
BUFFALO, New York, April 2 (TNSres) -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release: * * * The project, supported by Sens. Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, will tap UB's expertise in materials science, advanced manufacturing, AI and more * * * By Cory Nealon Developing critical infrastructure for the emerging hydrogen fuel economy. Building energy-efficient microelectronics. Reducing the steel industry's carbon footprint. Manufacturing the   more
UB Geoscientists to Help Photograph Total Solar Eclipse for NASA
BUFFALO, New York, April 2 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release: As millions gaze up in awe at next week's total solar eclipse, University at Buffalo scientists will be capturing rare images that could help answer longstanding questions about our nearest star. The team, led by Beata Csatho, PhD, associate chair and professor in the UB Department of Geology, will be at Lake Erie State Park in Brocton, New York, on April 8 to make polariz  more
UC-San Diego: Medical Innovator - Farah Sheikh
LA JOLLA, California, April 3 (TNSres) -- The University of California San Diego campus issued the following news: By Joseph McClain On Nov. 15, 2023, Farah Sheikh, Ph.D., FCVS, FAHA, stepped onto a New York stage for a photo shoot at NASDAQ headquarters to celebrate LEXEO Therapeutics' milestone entry into public trading. Sheikh is a professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine. She also serves as a consultant a  more
Union College: The Progress and Impact of the Templeton Institute and the Engineering and Computer Science Initiative
SCHENECTADY, New York, April 4 -- Union College issued the following news: Union is a school that excels at both the liberal arts and engineering. As a college, our distinctive strength lies in our integrated approach to education. A new gift from Mary '80 and Rich Templeton '80 will further enhance this strength, amplifying initiatives that foster interdisciplinary connectedness - like the Templeton Institute - and bolstering academic programs - like civil and environmental engineering. "The  more
University at Buffalo: Jacobs School Professor Honored for Her Contributions to Translational Workforce Diversity, Inclusion
BUFFALO, New York, April 5 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release: Margarita L. Dubocovich, PhD, has been honored by the Association for Clinical and Translational Science (ACTS) as the 2024 recipient of its Award for Contributing to the Diversity and Inclusiveness of the Translational Workforce. Dubocovich, a SUNY Distinguished Professor of pharmacology and toxicology at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the Univers  more
University at Buffalo: JAMA Paper - In People With Opioid Use Disorder, Telemedicine Treatment for HCV Was More Than Twice as Successful as Off-Site Referral
BUFFALO, New York, April 4 (TNSres) -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release: * * * While the study was complex in design, both participants and treatment center staff became enthusiastic supporters because of the value of an HCV cure * * * People with opioid use disorder who have hepatitis C virus (HCV) were twice as likely to be successfully treated and cured from HCV if they received facilitated telemedicine treatment at their opioid tr  more
University at Buffalo: Study - Young Adults With a History of School Discipline Report Depressive Symptoms, Lower Well-Being
BUFFALO, New York, April 6 (TNSres) -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release: Research on school discipline has focused largely on the effects of exclusionary measures across the life course, but a University at Buffalo sociologist has published a new study that suggests how a fuller range of disciplinary experiences, not just the most severe punishments, has detrimental health and well-being implications for students later in life. The find  more
Upended Worlds: An Evening With Acclaimed Filmmakers Ken Burns 71F and Kira Akerman at Hampshire College
AMHERST, Massachusetts, April 3 -- Hampshire College issued the following news: On Thursday, March 28, students, faculty, staff, and community members filled the Main Lecture Hall for a screening and conversation with filmmaker Kira Akerman and documentarian Hampshire alum Ken Burns 71F. Inside the lecture hall, the atmosphere was warm and anticipatory. The hum of excited conversation began to fill the room as people arrived -- some traveling just steps from their mods, some from neighboring t  more
Upstate Wellness Coordinator Wants Wellness and Well-Being Embedded in Upstate's Culture
SYRACUSE, New York, April 5 -- The State University of New York Upstate Medical University campus issued the following news: Christine Podolak, MS, took over as Upstate Medial University's wellness program coordinator in January, bringing years of education and experience in community and public health at Upstate and Binghamton to her new role. Podolak previously worked in a variety of positions, include as the associate director of experiential education in the Decker College of Nursing and H  more
Verint Open Platform Expands Integration With Webex by Cisco
MELVILLE, New York, April 4 -- Verint Systems, an analytics company that sells software and hardware products for security, surveillance and business intelligence, issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: Verint(R) (NASDAQ: VRNT), The Customer Engagement Company(R), today announced its expanded partnership with Webex by Cisco through the integration of the Verint Open Platform's unified data hub into the Webex App Hub for Webex Contact Center. Verint Open Platform is built around a   more
Verizon Business' Customer Program Wins Big at the 2024 ABPM World Class Awards
NEW YORK, April 3 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: Verizon Business won eight awards at the 2024 World Class Briefing Awards, organized by the Association of Briefing Program Managers (ABPM), a global professional community of nearly 600 members from more than 150 Fortune 500 companies. "The ABPM award wins across multiple categories highlight the superlative service delivered by Verizon Business' Customer and Employee Engagement  more
Vertebrate 3D scan project opens collections to all
ITHACA, New York, April 1 -- Cornell University issued the following news: A venture to digitize vertebrate collections in museums and make them freely available online for anyone to access has reached a milestone. The project has created 3D CT scans of some 13,000 specimens, representing more than half the genera of birds, amphibians, reptiles, fishes and mammals. *** Original text here: https://news.cornell.edu/stories/2024/04/vertebrate-3d-scan-project-opens-collections-all  more
Virtual Reality Pioneer Mary Spio '98 Helping to Revolutionize the Industry
SYRACUSE, New York, April 5 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Mary Spio (right) and Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade have collaborated on virtual reality learning experiences on how to become a better basketball player. None of it made sense. Whenever Mary Spio '98 wore a virtual reality (VR) headset, she would feel nauseous and get sick. She wasn't alone. Other women who tried on a VR headset told Spio they felt the same way. Spio set out to determine t  more
WarnerMedia: HBO Original Documentary an American Bombing: The Road to April 19th Debuts April 16
NEW YORK, April 3 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on April 2, 2024: The HBO Original documentary AN AMERICAN BOMBING: THE ROAD TO APRIL 19TH, directed by Emmy(R)-winning filmmaker Marc Levin (HBO's "Stockton on My Mind," "One Nation Under Stress") and executive produced by Katie Couric, debuts TUESDAY, APRIL 16 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. Synopsis: AN AMERICAN BOMBING: THE ROAD TO APRIL 19TH looks at the  more
WarnerMedia: HGTV Unveils the HGTV Smart Home 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia
NEW YORK, April 4 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on April 2, 2024: HGTV, a member of the Warner Bros. Discovery family of brands, today opened the doors to the HGTV(R) Smart Home 2024, a newly renovated, fully furnished home located in Atlanta, Georgia. The winner of the sweepstakes will receive the home keys, which includes all the furnishings, an all-new, all-electric EQE SUV from Mercedes-Benz and $150,000, a prize package valued at over   more
WarnerMedia: Max Celebrates the April 14 Debut of the HBO Original Limited Series the Sympathizer With a Special 626 Night Market Pop-Up Experience in Santa Monica
NEW YORK, April 4 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on April 2, 2024: In anticipation of the premiere of the HBO(R) Original limited series THE SYMPATHIZER, debuting SUNDAY, APRIL 14 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT, Max is teaming up with 626 Night Market to bring the show to life in Santa Monica, CA. Inspired by the themes and narrative of the limited series, the event will celebrate the intersection of culture, community, and storytelling on Saturday, Ap  more
WarnerMedia: Peter Claffey and Dexter Sol Ansell to Star in the HBO Original Drama Series a Knight of the Seven Kingdoms - The Hedge Knight
NEW YORK, April 6 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release: Peter Claffey and Dexter Sol Ansell will star in the HBO Original drama series A KNIGHT OF THE SEVEN KINGDOMS: THE HEDGE KNIGHT. Claffey will play the role of Dunk and Ansell will play Egg. Logline: A century before the events of "Game of Thrones," two unlikely heroes wandered Westeros... a young, naive but courageous knight, Ser Duncan the Tall (Claffey), and his diminutive squire, Egg (Ans  more
WarnerMedia: TLC'S MILF MANOR Returns With New Singles and New Twists
NEW YORK, April 3 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on April 1, 2024: * * * MILF MANOR, the provocative dating series that became a pop culture sensation, is back on TLC. Brimming with a whole new group of sexy, successful MILFs who are looking for their chance at love, this season promises one shocking twist and plenty of unexpected twists and turns throughout. In a stunning, lakefront chalet, the MILFs participate in a series of activities t  more
WarnerMedia: TNT Sports, Warner Bros. Games & National Hockey League to Present 'MultiVersus NHL Face-Off' - Sunday, April 14
NEW YORK, April 5 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: TNT Sports, Warner Bros. Games and the National Hockey League are joining forces to bring viewers a clash of excellence in hockey and real-time animation for the first-ever MultiVersus NHL Face-Off on Sunday, April 14 at 3:30 p.m. ET, exclusively on truTV and Max's B/R Sports Add-on. Legendary and beloved Warner Bros. Discovery characters appearing in the highly anticipated  more
WarnerMedia: Turtles All the Way Down Debuts May 2 on Max
NEW YORK, April 5 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: TURTLES ALL THE WAY DOWN, a film from New Line Cinema and Temple Hill based on John Green's bestselling novel of the same name and directed by Hannah Marks, debuts THURSDAY, MAY 2 on Max. Logline: TURTLES ALL THE WAY DOWN tackles anxiety through its 17-year-old protagonist, Aza Holmes (Isabela Merced). It's not easy being Aza, but she's trying... trying to be a good daughter  more
WarnerMedia: Zillow Gone Wild Premieres Friday, May 3, at 10:30 P.M. ET/PT on HGTV as Celebration of America's Weirdest, Wildest and Wackiest Homes for Sale
NEW YORK, April 6 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on April 4, 2024: Inspired by the exceedingly popular Instagram account that touts nearly two million followers who love outrageous, one-of-kind homes, HGTV will premiere its newest real estate series Zillow Gone Wild on Friday, May 3, at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT. Host Jack McBrayer, the actor and comedian best known for his Emmy(R)-nominated role in 30 Rock, will invite viewers to join him on tours o  more
Weijia Jiang G'06, CBS News Senior White House Correspondent, to Give Keynote Speech at Newhouse Convocation Ceremony
SYRACUSE, New York, April 2 -- Syracuse University's Newhouse School of Public Communications issued the following news on March 31, 2024: By Genaro C. Armas Weijia Jiang G'06, CBS News' award-winning senior White House correspondent and a veteran Washington reporter, will deliver the keynote speech at the Newhouse School's 2024 Convocation Ceremony. The celebration of the Class of 2024 will take place Saturday, May 11 at 12:30 p.m. in the JMA Wireless Dome. Jiang, who graduated from Newho  more
What's Next: Citi's Approach to Addressing the Racial Wealth Gap in the U.S.
NEW YORK, April 3 -- Citi, a banking partner for institutions with cross-border needs and wealth management and a personal bank, issued the following news release on April 2, 2024: In 2020, Citi and the Citi Foundation launched Action for Racial Equity (ARE), a three-year, $1 billion commitment to pursue a range of business and philanthropic initiatives designed to help close the racial wealth gap in the United States. Our ARE commitment was sparked by a painful moment of crisis in 2020, and we  more
Whipped cream disruptor to speak at entrepreneurship celebration
ITHACA, New York, April 3 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Whipped cream in a can has three big days: Thanksgiving (pie topper), Christmas (more pie) and Mother's Day (to gussy up Mom's breakfast in bed). Otherwise, the aerosol cylinder usually sits forlornly in the fridge door with its condiment brethren. But in 2019, Tracy Luckow '99 and her sister Lori Gitomer '01 decided to think bigger. That's when they dreamed up Whipnotic, a line of swirly, flavored whipped creams, from  more
White & Case Advises Atalian on Refinancing
NEW YORK, April 4 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised independent European leader in outsourced business services Atalian on the conclusion of a commercial agreement for the refinancing and rescheduling of its entire bond debt with a group of noteholders representing 98.46 percent of the existing notes. The transaction includes a cash redemption of Euros400 million under the existing notes, with a specified allocation o  more
White & Case Advises Bank Syndicate on Financing of Triton's Acquisition of Siemens Energy's Trench Business
NEW YORK, April 4 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised a syndicate of banks and financial institutions on the financing of the acquisition of Siemens Energy's Trench business by private equity sponsor Triton. The White & Case team in Frankfurt which advised on the transaction was led by partners Vanessa Schurmann and Andreas Lischka and included partners Gernot Wagner and Bodo Bender, counsel Alexander Born, associates M  more
White & Case Advises Banorte on Its First Issuance of Fund Green, Social Debt Securities
NEW YORK, April 4 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Grupo Financiero Banorte, a leading Mexican financial institution, on its first public offering of green and social debt securities in the form of certificados bursatiles (CBs) through the issuance of three tranches of CBs totaling MXN 13.06 billion (approximately US$763 million) on the Mexican Stock Exchange. Under the terms of the offering, which was issued under t  more
White & Case Advises E.ON on Fund Bonds Issuance
NEW YORK, April 3 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised E.ON SE on the issuance of two notes tranches with an aggregate principal amount of Euros1.8 billion. The first tranche has a principal amount of Euros800 million, an eight-year term and a fixed coupon of 3.500%. E.ON will use the issuance's net proceeds for general corporate purposes. The second tranche has a principal amount of Euros1 billion, a 20-year term and a   more
White & Case Advises Galfa on Carrefour's Fund Share Buyback
NEW YORK, April 5 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Galfa, a subsidiary of Motier, on Carrefour's Euros365 million reacquisition of 25 million shares, representing around 3.5 percent of its share capital. The deal is part of Carrefour's Euros700 million share buyback programme in 2024. Following the transaction, Galfa's stake in Carrefour will represent 10.53 percent of its capital and 14.56 percent of its voting righ  more
White & Case Advises Gambling.com Group on Acquisition of Freebets.com and Related Assets From XLMedia
NEW YORK, April 3 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised NASDAQ-listed Gambling.com Group on its acquisition of Freebets.com and related assets from AIM-listed XLMedia plc. Gambling.com Group is a leading provider of digital marketing services for the global online gambling industry. The transaction sees Gambling.com Group expand its existing portfolio with well-known brands within the iGaming industry and increases its pr  more
White & Case Advises Joint Bookrunners on PKO Bank Polski's Fund Senior Non Preferred Notes Issuance
NEW YORK, April 4 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Citigroup Global Markets Europe AG, Goldman Sachs Bank Europe SE, Morgan Stanley Europe SE, PKO Bank Polski S.A. and UniCredit Bank GmbH as the joint bookrunners on the issuance of Euros500 million senior non preferred notes due 2028 by PKO Bank Polski S.A. The notes issuance was carried out under PKO Bank Polski's Euros4 billion Euro Medium Term Note (EMTN) Programm  more
White & Case Advises Meyer Burger on Fund Capital Increase
NEW YORK, April 5 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Meyer Burger Technology AG, a leading manufacturer of premium solar modules and solar cells, on a capital increase with gross proceeds of CHF 206.75 million. White & Case also advised Meyer Burger on agreements with Sentis Capital and DESRI to exercise certain subscription rights, to potentially acquire subscription rights in the market, and to acquire shares for whi  more
White & Case Advises on Flemish Community's Fund Notes Issuance
NEW YORK, April 3 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised the lead managers on the issuance by Flemish Community, a federated entity of the Kingdom of Belgium, of Euros1.25 billion fixed rate notes due 2034 and Euros1.25 billion sustainability fixed rates notes due 2045 under its Euros25 billion Euro Medium Term Note Program. White & Case previously advised on the update of Flemish Community's Euros25 billion Euro Medium Te  more
White & Case Advises PKO Bank Hipoteczny on Fund Mortgage Covered Bonds Issuance
NEW YORK, April 4 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised PKO Bank Hipoteczny S.A. on its PLN 1 billion issuance of mortgage covered bonds due March 22, 2028 and WIBOR 3M + 0.55% floating coupon. The transaction represents the first issuance in 2024 of PLN-denominated covered bonds under PKO Bank Hipoteczny's Euros4 billion International Covered Bond Programme. Erste Group AG and PKO Bank Polski S.A. acted as joint bookrunn  more
White & Case Advises Term Financiers on CVC Capital Partners' Acquisition of Sogelink Group
NEW YORK, April 6 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Blackstone Credit, Sixth Street, Park Square Capital, SMBC and the other term financiers on CVC Capital Partners' acquisition of a majority interest in Sogelink Group (Sogelink), a leading European provider of software solutions for infrastructure, construction and property management professionals. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in France, Sogelink is a software,  more
White & Case Advises Zalando, H&M on Investment in Infinited Fiber Company
NEW YORK, April 6 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised apparel and e-commerce companies Zalando and H&M on a development financing round for Finland-based circular fashion and textile technology group Infinited Fiber Company Oy (Infinited Fiber). The development financing by the apparel and e-commerce companies reinforces their long term commitment to Infinited Fiber. An initial stage in the financing, which closed in t  more
Why kretek - 'no ordinary cigarette' - thrives in Indonesia
ITHACA, New York, April 1 -- Cornell University issued the following news: During their 10-minute walk to school in Malang, a city in East Java, Indonesia, where Marina Welker was conducting research in 2015-16, her children passed dozens of cigarette advertisements attached to small shops and food stalls - nearly 120 round trip. It was one measure of smoking's prevalence across Indonesia, the world's second-largest cigarette market, where smokers - including two out of three men, but only 5%   more
World Anthropology Day Showcases Many Facets of Binghamton University Programs
BINGHAMTON, New York, April 2 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: By Emily Maldonado Binghamton University's Anthropology Department hosted a World Anthropology Day celebration on Feb.15, with 12 archeology and biological anthropology labs in three science buildings showcasing the department's full range of academic offerings. Featured labs focused on plants (paleoethnobotany), animals (zooarchaeology), remote sensing and historical analysis, skeletal analysis (osteology), for  more
Wright State's Model United Nations Team Wins Top Award at National Conference
KENT, Ohio, April 3 -- Wright State University issued the following news: Wright State University's Model United Nations program has once again won the highest team honor at the National Model U.N. Conference in New York City. Representing Spain, Wright State's Model U.N. team received an Outstanding Delegation Award at the 2024 conference, which attracted nearly 180 colleges and universities from around the world on March 24-28. This is the 44th consecutive year that Wright State has won a t  more
Wristband uses echos, AI to track hand positions for VR and more
ITHACA, New York, April 2 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Cornell researchers have developed a wristband device that continuously detects hand positioning - as well as objects the hand interacts with - using AI-powered, inaudible soundwaves. Potential applications include tracking hand positions for virtual reality (VR) systems, controlling smartphones and other devices with hand gestures, and understanding a user's activities; for example, a cooking app could narrate a recip  more
Yeshiva University: Research by Einstein Scientists Featured in Special Issue of Diabetes Care
BRONX, New York, April 5 -- Yeshiva University's Albert Einstein College of Medicine issued the following news release: Three papers co-authored by diabetes researchers at Albert Einstein College of Medicine are included in a special collection of reports in the April issue of Diabetes Care describing results of the multicenter Glycemia Reduction Approaches in Diabetes: A Comparative Effectiveness Study (GRADE). The Einstein papers focus on whether the emotional distress often associated with t  more
Your Unsupportive Partner is Physically Stressing You Out, New Binghamton Research Reveals
BINGHAMTON, New York, April 5 (TNSres) -- Binghamton University issued the following news: By Shawn Ammann Couples feel more understood and cared for when their partners show positive support skills - and it's evidenced by levels of the stress hormone cortisol in the body - according to new research from Binghamton University. A team of Binghamton researchers including Professor of Psychology Richard Mattson conducted a study of 191 heterosexual married couples to find out if better communica  more
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