Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Indiana
'Walter Anderson Adventures' at MC brings Southern artist's legacy to life
CLINTON, Mississippi, June 30 -- Mississippi Christian University posted the following news:
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'Walter Anderson Adventures' at MC brings Southern artist's legacy to life
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A new multimedia and immersive exhibition at Mississippi Christian University is bringing one of the 20th century's most enigmatic artists to life.
"Walter Anderson Adventures" centers on the life and art of the reclusive Gulf Coast artist, whose vibrant watercolors, monumental linoleum prints and intimate depictions
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Ahmed Abbasi appointed the director of Notre Dame's Lucy Family Institute for Data & Society and deputy director of the Data, AI, and Computing Initiative
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, June 30 -- The University of Notre Dame posted the following news:
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Ahmed Abbasi appointed the director of Notre Dame's Lucy Family Institute for Data & Society and deputy director of the Data, AI, and Computing Initiative
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Ahmed Abbasi, the Joe and Jane Giovanini Professor of IT, Analytics and Operations in the Mendoza College of Business, has been named the director of the University of Notre Dame's Lucy Family Institute for Data & Society and deputy director of
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Alumni, friends fuel another exceptional year of giving at Purdue
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, June 30 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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Alumni, friends fuel another exceptional year of giving at Purdue
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In fiscal year 2026, which ends today (June 30), Purdue University continued a period of robust philanthropic support, alumni engagement and campaign progress.
Nearly 84,000 alumni and friends invested in Purdue's future and generated more than $540 million in new gift and pledge commitments. The philanthropic funds received exce
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American Action Forum Issues Commentary: ERISA's Important But Limited Role in Health Care Cost Containment
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- The American Action Forum issued the following commentary on June 30, 2026, by Health Care Policy Director Michael Baker:
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ERISA's Important but Limited Role in Health Care Cost Containment
Executive Summary
* Rising health care costs have brought renewed attention to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) as policymakers and advocates look for new ways to address increasingly expensive employer-sponsored coverage.
* Leveraging requirements un
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As it was during our founding, higher education is important to our nation today
ANGOLA, Indiana, June 30 -- Trine University posted the following news:
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As it was during our founding, higher education is important to our nation today
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By Earl D. Brooks II, Ph.D.
As we prepare to celebrate the 250 th anniversary of our great nation's independence, it's helpful to look at the role higher education played in our founding and reaffirm how it helps us continue to thrive as a nation.
Higher education was established in the United States more than 100 years before th
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Big Bad Voodoo Daddy brings jazz, swing to Furth
ANGOLA, Indiana, June 30 -- Trine University posted the following news:
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Big Bad Voodoo Daddy brings jazz, swing to Furth
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Cats who dig jazz and swing are in for a cool treat when Big Bad Voodoo Daddy blows into Trine University's T. Furth Center for Performing Arts on Friday, Aug. 7.
The concert kicks off at 8 p.m., with doors to the Ryan Concert Hall opening one hour prior.
Tickets range from $35 to $55 and are available at trine.edu/furthtickets.
Concerts around the world
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Boilermaker community honors departing President Chiang, family at farewell reception
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, June 30 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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Boilermaker community honors departing President Chiang, family at farewell reception
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WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -The Purdue community gathered Monday (June 22) in the Purdue Memorial Union North Ballroom for a farewell reception celebrating President Mung Chiang and First Lady Kei as they prepare to conclude their service to the university June 30.
The reception brought together faculty, staff, stud
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Bowen Family Pledges $1M to Ivy Tech, Funding Scholar Suite & Campus Renovations
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, June 30 -- Ivy Tech Community College posted the following news:
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Bowen Family Pledges $1M to Ivy Tech, Funding Scholar Suite & Campus Renovations
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A $1 million pledge from the Bowen family to Ivy Tech Community College is set to transform the Indianapolis campus, funding a new, dedicated suite for the Bowen Scholars Program and support the Ivy Tech Indy: Reimagined for the Future renovations.
The Indianapolis program, which the Bowens themselves have called th
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Called for This Moment: How Christian College Students Can Shape America's Next 250 Years
WINONA LAKE, Indiana, June 30 -- Grace College posted the following news:
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Called for This Moment: How Christian College Students Can Shape America's Next 250 Years
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By Ashley Durand (BS 13)
America is celebrating 250 years of history. As Christians, that milestone invites an important question:
What kind of people will shape the next 250 years?
I don't think the answer is primarily politicians, celebrities, or influencers.
I think many of them are sitting in classrooms right
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Duke Energy's Nearly $1 Billion Investment With North Carolina Suppliers Strengthens American Supply Chains, Local Economies and the Nation's Energy Future
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, July 1 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release:
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Duke Energy's nearly $1 billion investment with North Carolina suppliers strengthens American supply chains, local economies and the nation's energy future
* More than 97% of Duke Energy's $17.2 billion in annual sourcing supports U.S.-based suppliers
* Investments support critical grid equipment, American jobs and long-term reliability
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As the nation approaches Independence Day, Duke Energy is inves
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Faculty and Staff Briefs June 2026
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, June 30 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
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Faculty and Staff Briefs June 2026
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Florida State University's distinguished faculty are central to the mission of the university. Faculty excellence in scholarship, research, and creative activity is critical to the quality of student learning and makes a difference in the lives of others.
Throughout the year, honors and recognitions are awarded to individual faculty and staff members across campus
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Former Duke Energy SVP Lara Nichols Joins Troutman Pepper Locke as Partner in Charlotte
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 29 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Troutman Pepper Locke, a law firm, posted the following news:
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Former Duke Energy SVP Lara Nichols Joins Troutman Pepper Locke as Partner in Charlotte
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Veteran Energy Regulatory Leader Strengthens Firm's Decades-Long Work in High-Stakes Power and Utility Matters
CHARLOTTE - Lara Nichols, a former senior vice president at Duke Energy Corporation, has joined Troutman Pepper Locke's nationally ranked Energy Regulatory Practice Group
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Former Duke Energy SVP Lara Nichols Joins Troutman Pepper Locke as Partner in Charlotte
ATLANTA, Georgia, July 1 -- Troutman Pepper, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Former Duke Energy SVP Lara Nichols Joins Troutman Pepper Locke as Partner in Charlotte
Veteran Energy Regulatory Leader Strengthens Firm's Decades-Long Work in High-Stakes Power and Utility Matters
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CHARLOTTE - Lara Nichols, a former senior vice president at Duke Energy Corporation, has joined Troutman Pepper Locke's nationally ranked Energy Regulatory Practice Group as a partner in the firm's Charlo
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Fredette, Reep, Shupe Honored by SOCHE
CEDARVILLE, Ohio, June 30 -- Cedarville University posted the following news:
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Fredette, Reep, Shupe Honored by SOCHE
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by Mark D. Weinstein, Executive Director of Public Relations
The Strategic Ohio Council for Higher Education (SOCHE) has announced 52 Excellence Award recipients from 21 member institutions for the 2025-26 academic year.
Cedarville University Recipients of 2025-26 SOCHE Excellence Awards
Each member institution selected one Faculty Excellence Award recipient who
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FTC Secures Agreement with Havas to Restore Competition in the Digital Advertising Ecosystem
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release:
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FTC Secures Agreement with Havas to Restore Competition in the Digital Advertising Ecosystem
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Today, the Federal Trade Commission, along with a coalition of states, scored another major victory in the fight against collusive conduct in the advertising industry. Advertising agency Havas Media Group USA LLC (Havas) has agreed to a proposed FTC order to resolve allegations that it engaged in unlawful c
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Gov. Braun awards matching infrastructure funds to Hoosier communities
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, June 30 -- Gov. Mike Braun, R-Indiana, issued the following news release:
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Gov. Braun awards matching infrastructure funds to Hoosier communities
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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Indiana Gov. Mike Braun today awarded more than $84 million in Community Crossings matching infrastructure grants to 147 cities, towns and counties across Indiana, bringing the total from the fiscal year 2026 call for projects to just over $165 million for local road and bridge projects.
"Indiana i
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Gov. Braun Directs State to Reimburse Local Governments for Gas Tax Holiday Revenue
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, June 30 -- Gov. Mike Braun, R-Indiana, issued the following news release:
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Gov. Braun Directs State to Reimburse Local Governments for Gas Tax Holiday Revenue
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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Indiana Governor Mike Braun is directing his administration to make local governments whole for any gas tax revenues missed while the ongoing energy emergency is in effect.
At the Governor's direction, Secretary Lisa Hershman and the Office of Management and Budget will coordinate with
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Grace College Winona Christian Writers Conference to Host Public Literary Events
WINONA LAKE, Indiana, June 30 -- Grace College posted the following news:
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Grace College Winona Christian Writers Conference to Host Public Literary Events
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Grace College's Winona Christian Writers Conference will hold two open-to-the-public events this summer for readers and writers of all ages. On Friday, July 17, at 8 p.m., the conference will hold two author readings featuring Dr. Gary Schmidt and Stephen Copeland in the Morgan Library at Grace College, 921 Connection Circle, Winon
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Hachette Book Group Announces New Sales and Distribution Partnership With Paperblanks
NEW YORK, July 1 -- Hachette Book Group issued the following news release on June 30, 2026:
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Hachette Book Group Announces New Sales and Distribution Partnership with Paperblanks
Hachette Book Group (HBG) announced today that Paperblanks, the design-led journal, planner and stationery brand, will join HBG's sales and distribution slate on January 4, 2027.
Under the new agreement, HBG will manage sales and distribution for Paperblanks' full product range across the United States and the
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Hilton Hotels That Embody Americana Through Place
MCLEAN, Virginia, July 1 -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release:
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Hilton Hotels that Embody Americana Through Place
Hit the open road and discover stays that reflect the heart, soul and scenery of the nation's national parks and heartland cities
* Discover destination-inspired Hilton stays near iconic landscapes like Yellowstone's geothermal wonders, Moab's red rocks, the majestic Great Smoky Mountains and Chicago's towering skyline.
* Experience historic towns
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Hinkle Fieldhouse to Host Emirates NBA Cup 2026 Championship
NEW YORK, July 1 -- The National Basketball Association posted the following news release on June 30, 2026:
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Hinkle Fieldhouse to host Emirates NBA Cup 2026 Championship
The NBA today announced that the Emirates NBA Cup 2026 Championship will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, the iconic home of Butler University. The winner-take-all game is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 11 during the 2026-27 NBA season and will stream exclusively on Prime Video.
The selection of Hinkle Fieldh
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Ice Miller Welcomes Hal Wood as Partner, Expanding Chicago Litigation and Complex Commercial Trial Capabilities
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, July 1 -- Ice Miller, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Ice Miller LLP Welcomes Hal Wood as Partner, Expanding Chicago Litigation and Complex Commercial Trial Capabilities
Ice Miller LLP announces Hal J. Wood has joined the firm's Chicago office as a partner in the Litigation Group. A seasoned trial attorney with more than 30 years of courtroom experience, Wood brings a wealth of experience litigating complex commercial cases and a proven record of su
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ICYMI: On ABC's This Week, Kelly Discusses Political Courage and the Importance of Putting Country Over Politics
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: On ABC's This Week, Kelly Discusses Political Courage and the Importance of Putting Country Over Politics
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In case you missed it, Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Todd Young (R-IN), alongside ' Courage Can Save Us' author Rye Barcott, sat down with ABC News' This Week host Jonathan Karl to discuss the importance of political courage, as highlighted in the book's profiles of both senators, and th
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ICYMI: Sen. Banks Joins Fox News Live With Aisha Hasnie
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release on June 29, 2026:
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ICYMI: Sen. Banks joins Fox News Live with Aisha Hasnie
This weekend, Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, joined Fox News Live with Aisha Hasnie to discuss military updates from Iran and the importance of passing SAVE America Act.
Key Excerpts:
Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.): "President Trump has put them on notice, if you don't keep up your end of the d
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Indian River State College HOSA Chapter Earns International Honors at 2026 Global Leadership Conference
FORT PIERCE, Florida, June 30 -- Indian River State College issued the following news release:
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Indian River State College HOSA Chapter Earns International Honors at 2026 Global Leadership Conference
Students named International Champions as The River secures multiple medals, scholarship, and widespread Excellence Awards
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- Indian River State College proudly announces that its HOSA - Future Health Professionals chapter achieved exceptional international recognition at
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IU McKinney Alumna Amber Comer to Serve as Interim Director of the Hall Center
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, June 30 -- The Indiana University McKinney School of Law issued the following news release:
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IU McKinney Alumna Amber Comer to Serve as Interim Director of the Hall Center
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Amber R. Comer, J.D. '11, will serve as interim director of the Hall Center for Law and Health and as a visiting associate professor of law at IU McKinney School of Law. She will teach torts, and bioethics and the law.
Dr. Comer recently earned the designation of Fellow of the American Academ
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IU McKinney Welcomes Five New Faculty Members
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, June 30 -- The Indiana University McKinney School of Law issued the following news release:
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IU McKinney Welcomes Five New Faculty Members
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IU McKinney School of Law welcomes five new tenure track professors to the faculty: Jordan Burton, Ryan Knox, David B. Lourie, Jessica Schnelker, and Eric Swank.
Associate Professor Jordan Burton was appointed to the faculty after teaching Legal Communication and Analysis as an adjunct professor and most recently serving as
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MAGNOLIA NETWORK PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS: JULY/ AUGUST 2026
NEW YORK, June 29 [Category: BizMedia] -- Warner Bros. Discovery, a media and entertainment company, posted the following news release:
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MAGNOLIA NETWORK PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS: JULY/ AUGUST 2026
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The Maine Cabin Masters Take on Their Biggest Project Yet
In New Series 'Maine Cabin Masters: All Inn'
Plus, New Episodes of Lakefront Bargain Hunt Renovation
Download Images and Press Release Word Document HERE
NEW YORK, NY - June 29, 20266 - Magnolia Network will serve up a summer l
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Natural Resources Defense Council: "Chemical Recycling" Facilities Pose Risks to Workers and Communities
NEW YORK, July 1 (TNSrpt) -- The Natural Resources Defense Council issued the following news release:
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"Chemical Recycling" Facilities Pose Risks to Workers and Communities
"Chemical recycling" facilities have large amounts of carcinogens and other toxic chemicals on site, according to a new analysis from NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council), based on public records obtained from five of the largest facilities nationwide.
"Chemical recycling won't solve our plastic crisis," said Re
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Nebraska Joins FTC and Coalition of States in Promoting Competition in the Digital Advertising Ecosystem
LINCOLN, Nebraska, June 30 -- Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers issued the following news release:
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Nebraska Joins FTC and Coalition of States in Promoting Competition in the Digital Advertising Ecosystem
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Today, the Nebraska Attorney General's Office, the Federal Trade Commission, and a coalition of states filed a lawsuit to stop Havas Media Group, one of the nation's largest advertising agencies, from distorting America's modern public square.
Starting in 2018, major U.S. adve
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Registration open for Jacks ELEVATE camp
BROOKINGS, South Dakota, June 30 -- South Dakota State University posted the following news:
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Registration open for Jacks ELEVATE camp
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A popular camp that jumpstarts the engineering education of South Dakota State University students is back in 2026 under a new name.
The fourth annual iteration of what was known as Bridge Camp returns Aug. 16-21 as Jacks ELEVATE. As in past years, it is completely free to all engineering students and emphasizes key skills for new students.
Noah Ri
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Rep. Massie Introduces House Resolution to Honor the Crew of the USS Liberty
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Kentucky, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Massie Introduces House Resolution to Honor the Crew of the USS Liberty
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Contact: massie.press@mail.house.gov
Contact #: 202-225-3465
Washington, D.C. \- Today, Representative Thomas Massie (R-KY) introduced legislation to honor the men of the USS Liberty. The Massie resolution recognizes the fallen members of the USS Liberty's crew by name and urges the President to declassify and pub
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Researchers in various studies looking for participants
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, June 30 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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Researchers in various studies looking for participants
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Here is a list of research studies that currently are looking for participants.
Validation of biomechanics component of SimulScan and aging study
Researchers are recruiting healthy adults for a swallowing and brain study directed by Georgia Malandraki, principal investigator and professor in the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearin
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SDSU joins MIT as theme winner at NASA contest
BROOKINGS, South Dakota, June 30 -- South Dakota State University posted the following news:
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SDSU joins MIT as theme winner at NASA contest
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Lined up against some big-name competition, a young group of South Dakota State University engineering students won its category in a prestigious NASA student competition.
SDSU was one of three finalists selected to compete in the Lunar Sample Return Concept category.
The students were tasked with developing a concept to extract and return to
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Tipmont Picks AI-Native Calix One To Grow 92 NPS
SAN JOSE, California, June 30 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Calix, a communications service providers, issued the following news release:
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Tipmont Picks AI-Native Calix One To Grow 92 NPS
Calix, Inc. (NYSE: CALX) today announced that Tipmont REMC is advancing their successful eight-year partnership with Calix to deploy Calix Ag ent Workforc e(tm) Cloud on the AI-native C alix O ne (tm) platform. As Tipmont expands into new residential and small business markets, they are focused o
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Tracy Weber appointed vice president and chief information officer at Notre Dame
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, June 30 -- The University of Notre Dame posted the following news:
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Tracy Weber appointed vice president and chief information officer at Notre Dame
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Tracy Weber has been appointed vice president and chief information officer at the University of Notre Dame, effective July 1, following an extensive national search. She will lead the Office of Information Technology (OIT), one of higher education's most respected and forward-looking IT organizations, and play a key
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Two IU McKinney Alumni Honored with IBJ Nonprofit Excellence Awards
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, June 30 -- The Indiana University McKinney School of Law issued the following news release:
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Two IU McKinney Alumni Honored with IBJ Nonprofit Excellence Awards
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Dan Evans, J.D. '76, and Fred Glass, J.D. '84, are among the honorees for the Indianapolis Business Journal 's 2026 Nonprofit Excellence Awards. Evans has been named one of the Board Members of the Year for his work with the Indiana Biosciences Research Institute, and Glass has been recognized as Nonprof
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WKU Makes History Taking First Place at National ASCE Competition
BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, June 30 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news:
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WKU Makes History Taking First Place at National ASCE Competition
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Western Kentucky University's American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) student chapter placed first overall at the 2026 ASCE Civil Engineering Student Championship.
WKU was among 25 teams that qualified for the national competition. The event took place at Fairmont State University in Fairmont, West Virginia, on June 25-27, 2
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