WASHINGTON, May 10 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association presented a slate of awards, recognizing outstanding effort on behalf of the industry at the recent AGA Operations Conference, the natural gas industry's largest annual gathering of utilities, distribution, and transmission operators. * * * Gild of Ancient Supplers Award: Joe Hampton, President, Alabama, Gulf Coast, and Mississippi for Spire, Inc., was awarded the Gild of Ancien  more

NEWBERRY, South Carolina, May 10 -- Newberry College issued the following news: Newberry College honored six outstanding alumni educators with induction into the prestigious Hall of Master Teachers. The event was held May 8 at the Center for Teacher Education. The society's awards recognize graduates of Newberry College for exemplary dedication, service and excellence in the field of education. Each year, honorees are selected for five awards, each recognizing a different area of distinction:   more

RALEIGH, North Carolina, May 10 -- The North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges issued the following news: The North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges approved several new programs and certifications at the April 19 board meeting, demonstrating the importance of preparing students for emerging industries. Among the new programs are Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Technician Certification, Lithium-Ion Battery Manufacturing, Artificial Intelligence, Unmanned Aircraft Systems  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 9 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: In a time-honored tradition, Vanderbilt celebrated its Founder's Medalists for the Class of 2024 at the Graduates Day event on May 9. Since 1877, the university has awarded a gold medal to the student graduating with top honors from each of the university's 10 schools and colleges. The award is named after the university's founder, Cornelius Vanderbilt, who endowed the award in its first year. 2024 Founder's Medal  more