CEDARVILLE, Ohio, April 22 -- Cedarville University posted the following news: * * * A Life Remembered: Grace Maxwell Honored at 2026 Commencement * by Cara Ramer, Student Public Relations Writer Cedarville University's 130th commencement on Saturday, May 2, 2026, will be a day marked not only by academic achievement but also by a deeply meaningful moment of remembrance and honor. As graduates cross the stage in the Doden Field House, one family will receive a diploma on behalf of their da  more

WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The House Science, Space and Technology Subcommittee on Investigations and Oversight released the following testimony by Carl Maxwell, senior vice president of public policy at the Association of American Publishers, from an April 15, 2026, hearing entitled " The State of Scientific Publishing: Assessing Trends, Emerging Issues, and Policy Considerations": * * * The Association of American Publishers (AAP) welcomes this opportunity to provide testimony on scholarly comm  more

BINGHAMTON, New York, April 23 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * Binghamton University announces three honorary degree recipients Nana Banerjee, William H. Groner, and Susan Marenoff-Zausner to be honored By William Montgomery Binghamton University announced that alumni Nana Banerjee, William H. Groner, and Susan Marenoff-Zausner will receive State University of New York (SUNY) honorary doctorates this year during the University's Commencement, May 14-16, 2026. * Na  more

NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, April 22 -- Yale University issued the following news: * * * Eight Yale scholars elected to American Academy of Arts & Sciences The new members, who have made key contributions in a range of fields, join previously elected fellows in helping to "advance the common good" across the arts, democracy, education, global affairs, and science. * Eight Yale faculty members are among 252 leaders elected as new members of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences, the academy a  more

BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, April 22 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news: * * * Exploring Dr. Dawn Winters Faculty Retention Research in Her Publications * WKU English is proud to showcase Dr. Dawn Winters who has had a co-authored article: "Strengthening Faculty Retention and Belonging: Applying and Expanding Job Embeddedness Theory through an Onboarding Initiative in Higher Education." The article was published in the journal Educational Renaissance. Dr. Winters has bee  more

BOCA RATON, Florida, April 23 (TNSjou) -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * Lessons from Finland: Gaps in Special Education Math Instruction Study Snapshot: New research examines how Finnish lower secondary special needs and special class teachers approach mathematics instruction for students requiring additional support. Using survey data, a researcher from FAU's College of Education analyzed which math topics  more

LONDON, England, April 23 -- FIGO-The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics issued the following news: * * * Policy and advocacy strategies for the prevention of preterm labour Preterm birth (PTB) is the leading cause of mortality among children under five and a major contributor to lifelong morbidity, disproportionately affecting low- and middle-income countries. A new paper in the International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics (IJGO), developed by the FIGO Committee on Pre  more

NEW YORK, April 23 -- Columbia University's Columbia Journalism School issued the following news: * * * Four Accomplished Writers Named 2026-2027 Spencer Education Fellows at Columbia Journalism School This year's cohort brings investigative rigor and diverse storytelling to major issues shaping schools and families across the U.S. * Four accomplished writers will join Columbia Journalism School for the 2026-2027 academic year as the next group of Spencer Education Journalism Fellows who wi  more

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 22 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU expert explains how FIFA World Cup will be another turning point for sports economics * The upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup represents another significant evolution in how global sporting events are monetized, shifting away from traditional fixed-rate ticketing toward a more fluid, market-driven model. The dynamic is another example of the lack of affordability when it comes to attending sporting e  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 22 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * IBEX 2026 Introduces Enhancements to Streamline Experience, Maximize Impact * The 2026 International BoatBuilders' Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) returns to the Tampa Convention Center, October 6-8, 2026, bringing together more than 730 exhibitors and an expected 8,000+ marine industry professionals. Centered on the theme "Embrace Innovation, Master Mom  more

ITHACA, New York, April 22 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Kotlikoff among four faculty elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences * President Michael I. Kotlikoff and professors Olga Boudker, Cathy Caruth and Francesca Molinari have been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the academy announced April 22. They are among the 252 new members of the academy who were recognized for their excellence and leadership. Founded in 1780 by John Adams, Jo  more

NEW YORK, April 21 (TNSjou) -- Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health posted the following news: * * * Standard Treatment Falls Short for Privately Insured Pregnant Women with Opioid Use Disorder * Opioid use disorder during pregnancy remains a critical yet under-addressed public health issue in the U.S., according to a new study at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health. Although effective, evidence-based treatments exist, many pregnant individuals face barriers to  more

WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Government Operations released the following testimony by Jason Owen-Smith, executive director of the University of Michigan Institute for Research on Innovation and Science, from an April 15, 2026, hearing entitled "Fraud Prevention: Understanding Fraud in Federally Funded Programs Run by the States": * * * Chairman McCormick, Ranking Member Sykes, Distinguished Committee Members, thank you for inviting me here   more

KINGSTON, Rhode Island, April 22 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news: * * * URI Board of Trustees chair, spouse gift $2.145 million for new endowed scholars program * KINGSTON, R.I. - April 22, 2026 - University of Rhode Island Board of Trustees Chair Margo Cook '86 and her spouse, Renee Cohen, have gifted the state's land- and sea-grant institution $2.145 million to create a new endowed scholars program and support other various academic and athletic programs at URI.  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 23 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Medicines for alcohol use disorder can reduce patient costs and hospitalizations, according to a new study Early treatment and full care plans help patients stay healthier and avoid costly hospital stays, but many who could benefit do not receive that level of care. By A.J. Hostetler, Stravitz-Sanyal Institute for Liver Disease and Metabolic Health New research shows that medicines des  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 22 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * Voting is linked to living longer * A new study co-authored by Femida Handy of the School of Social Policy & Practice finds that, among older adults, voting predicts a lower risk of mortality for up to 15 years. Many studies have shown that other types of civic engagement, such as volunteering, are associated with health outcomes like lower rates of cardiovascular disease and better ment  more

BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, April 22 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news: * * * WKU grad brings light to connections between art and science through psychological science * The research laboratory or the art studio? For graduating senior Maria Elena Carmichael, the exploration of science and art created a unique educational pathway for her journey on the Hill. Carmichael initially planned to pursue a degree in Psychology with a minor in Studio Arts, with a goal of pursuin  more