Tuesday - September 8, 2026

Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Michigan

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'I Have No Fogging Clue!' Registration is open for MSU Extension's workshop on using ULV applications and biorationals in the greenhouse
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 24 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * 'I Have No Fogging Clue!' Registration is open for MSU Extension's workshop on using ULV applications and biorationals in the greenhouse * Commercial greenhouse growers are invited to join Michigan State University Extension on Oct. 1 for a hands-on workshop exploring ultra-low volume (ULV) application technologies, fogging systems, worker safety consider  more
10 Weeks Out - Democrats' "Growing Momentum" Stretches "Toss-Up" Battle for Senate Control "Deep Into Trump Country"
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release on Aug. 24, 2026: * * * TEN WEEKS OUT: Democrats' "Growing Momentum" Stretches "Toss-Up" Battle for Senate Control "Deep into Trump Country" Axios: "At the start of the cycle, Cook Political Report called Democrats' path to a Senate majority 'herculean.' Last week, it declared the battle for the Senate a toss-up" NBC News' Ryan Nobles: "The results in Alaska during this last primary were as   more
2026 White Coat Ceremony reflects on ripples of impact
MADISON, Wisconsin, Aug. 24 -- The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health posted the following news: * * * 2026 White Coat Ceremony reflects on ripples of impact * That was Dean Nita Ahuja's message to the new class at the annual White Coat Ceremony at Shannon Hall on Friday, August 21. "Throughout your journey here, you will be surrounded by others who have made ripples of impact," she said. "From today forward...imagine yourself as a pebble, ready to make the best ri  more
American Farm Bureau Federation, 263 Co-signers Issue Letter to Senate Agriculture Committee Leadership
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 25 (TNSletter) -- The American Farm Bureau Federation issued the following letter with 263 co-signers to the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee leadership: * * * Here is the text of the letter: August 6, 2026 The Honorable John Boozman, Chair, Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, United States Senate, 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510 The Honorable Amy Klobuchar, Ranking Member, Senate Committee on A  more
Becky Bagnall named Calvin University director of alumni, parent, and donor engagement
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Aug. 24 -- Calvin University posted the following news: * * * Becky Bagnall named Calvin University director of alumni, parent, and donor engagement * This fall, Becky (Weima) Bagnall '07 is returning to her alma mater as Calvin's new director of alumni, parent, and donor engagement. "I'm really thankful for the experiences I've had over the past two decades that have prepared me for this role," said Bagnall. Bagnall graduated from Calvin in 2007 with a Spanish K-  more
Bolton, Cooper, Lightvoet Ward, and Rogers Named to Michigan Lawyers Weekly, Michigan's Legal 250
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 24 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Bolton, Cooper, Lightvoet Ward, and Rogers Named to Michigan Lawyers Weekly, Michigan's Legal 250 * Taft Detroit partners Jordan Bolton, Mark Cooper, Billee Lightvoet Ward, and Elizabeth Rogers have been named to Michigan Lawyers Weekly Michigan's Legal 250. The Michigan Legal 250 celebrates the go to legal leaders across practice areas in the local legal community. Bolton leads th  more
Butler Welcomes More Than 1,200 New Undergraduate Students for 2026-2027
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Aug. 24 -- Butler University issued the following news: * * * Butler Welcomes More Than 1,200 New Undergraduate Students for 2026-2027 By: Mark Apple As a new academic year begins at Butler University, more than 1,200 new undergraduate students are joining the Butler community, bringing strong academic credentials, a wide range of interests, and experiences from across Indiana, the country, and the world. This fall, Butler welcomes 1,053 first-year students, 102 trans  more
Cameron students present findings at NIH-funded summer program
LAWTON, Oklahoma, Aug. 24 -- Cameron University issued the following news release: * * * Cameron students present findings at NIH-funded summer program * Two Cameron University students were selected as winners of their categories while presenting original research during the recently completed Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) Symposium in Oklahoma City. SURP includes several summer research programs, including the Oklahoma IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (OK-INB  more
Capital Research Center Issues Commentary: 'Charities' Influencing Elections - 2024 and Beyond
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 (TNSrpt) -- The Capital Research Center issued the following commentary on Aug. 24, 2026, by investigative researcher Parker Thayer, senior research analyst Robert Stilson and journalist Fred Lucas: * * * The "Charities" influencing elections: 2024 and beyond A new CRC report on the charities trying to influence elections is available for download. - From the Constitutional Convention through the end of the 20th century, American elections were a simple, widely understoo  more
Celebrate your Spartan spirit on College Colors Day
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 24 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Celebrate your Spartan spirit on College Colors Day * Spartan fans can show off their green and white and Michigan State University pride during College Colors Day on Sept. 4. College Colors Day is a national celebration of college spirit and traditions that bring campus communities together. This year, Michigan State University Trademarks and Licensing, or UTL, encourages Spartans to join the cele  more
Clark Hill: Playbook for Tariffs and Trade Uncertainty
BIRMINGHAM, Michigan, Aug. 25 -- Clark Hill, a law firm, issued the following legal update: * * * A New Playbook for Tariffs and Trade Uncertainty Authors Ashley Gifford, Senior Attorney and Kristina Aleksanyan, Policy Analyst For retailers, hospitality companies, and food and beverage operators, tariffs are no longer simply a customs or procurement issue. They are becoming an enterprise-wide business risk--one that can affect everything from the cost of a product or ingredient to menu pric  more
Congresswoman Scholten Statement on Hasan Piker's Recent Antisemitic Comments
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- Rep. Hillary Scholten, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Scholten Statement on Hasan Piker's Recent Antisemitic Comments * GRAND RAPIDS, MI - Today, Congresswoman Hillary Scholten issued the following statement after Twitch streamer Hasan Piker said that American Jews who support Israel are inviting violence. In his stream, Piker directly discussed and targeted Michigan State Senator Jeremy Moss, showing his picture and stating that "ev  more
Defense Logistics Agency customers can create a military property reuse want list
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Aug. 24 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Defense Logistics Agency customers can create a military property reuse want list * BATTLE CREEK, Michigan - Defense Logistics Agency property reuse customers can specify exactly what they need for their organization, avoid procurement costs, and make taxpayer dollars go further by creating a customized "RTD Want List." As the Department of War's official   more
DGA Issues Statement on Donald Trump and Republicans' Latest Cost-Raising Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following statement on Aug. 24, 2026: * * * DGA Statement on Donald Trump and Republicans' Latest Cost-Raising Tariffs DGA Statement on Donald Trump and Republicans' Latest Cost-Raising Tariffs Following Donald Trump's announcement of a new round of cost-raising tariffs, DGA Communications Director Sam Newton released the following statement: "As Trump announces round after round of reckless tariffs that jack up costs fo  more
DGA: Detroit Metro Times - "John James' Wealth Soared in Congress as He Traded Stocks in Industries He Helped Oversee"
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news: * * * Detroit Metro Times: "John James' wealth soared in Congress as he traded stocks in industries he helped oversee" New reporting from Detroit Metro Times exposes two-time statewide loser John James for significantly increasing his wealth while serving in Congress, writing: "U.S. Rep. John James once attacked a political opponent for getting rich in Congress. Now, financial disclosure records show James'  more
Field Museum to Repatriate Human Remains to 1 of 2 Native American Tribes in Michigan
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 (TNSFR) -- The Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago, Illinois, will repatriate human remains to the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians and Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians, both in Michigan, under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. The museum identified hair clippings representing one Native American individual, according to a notice published by the U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service. Staff believe the clippings we  more
Foundation for Economic Education Posts Commentary: Europe Built a Single Market - Now It's Packaging It Away
DETROIT, Michigan, Aug. 25 -- The Foundation for Economic Education posted the following commentary by Claudia Ascensao Nunes, president of Ladies of Liberty Alliance-Portugal: * * * Europe Built a Single Market--Now It's Packaging It Away Will environmental regulations signal the end of the Single Market? - After World War II, a group of European countries had an idea for rebuilding their economies: tear down the trade barriers between them by eliminating customs tariffs and allowing goods  more
Going home: Biosecurity tips for animals that travel off the farm
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 24 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * Going home: Biosecurity tips for animals that travel off the farm * Animals may be transported off the farm for a variety of reasons. It is important to remember that each time an animal is taken out of its home environment, there is a certain amount of risk for exposure to illness, which makes it important to monitor animals who have been off the farm wh  more
Gov. Whitmer Announces One Week Left for April Storms, Tornado, and Flooding Survivors to Apply for Federal Aid
LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 24 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Whitmer Announces One Week Left for April Storms, Tornado, and Flooding Survivors to Apply for Federal Aid * August 24, 2026 Contact: press@michigan.gov Deadline to apply for federal assistance is August 31 with over $28 million in funding approved to support recovery efforts LANSING, Mich.-Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer, with the Michigan State Police Emergency Management and  more
Holland & Hart Advises SpurLine Holdings on Acquisition and Redevelopment of Ypsilanti Retail Property for VASA Fitness
DENVER, Colorado, Aug. 25 -- Holland and Hart, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Holland & Hart Advises SpurLine Holdings on Acquisition and Redevelopment of Ypsilanti Retail Property for VASA Fitness Holland & Hart represented SpurLine Holdings, a Denver-based private commercial real estate investment firm specializing in infill and value-add commercial projects, together with Midloch Investment Partners, in the acquisition of a 45,000-square-foot former JoAnn Fabrics property in  more
Indiana Agency Fails to Hold Cleveland-Cliffs to Clean Air Act Basic Standards
CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 25 -- The Environmental Law and Policy Center posted the following news release on Aug. 4, 2026: * * * Indiana Agency Fails to Hold Cleveland-Cliffs to Clean Air Act Basic Standards "Our communities cannot continue to shoulder this unabated harm" - Environmental and community groups submitted a petition on August 21, 2026, to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, asking it to object to an inadequate air permit renewal the Indiana Department of Environmental Manag  more
Krishnamoorthi Delivers $1 Million for Major Lake Michigan Water Infrastructure Project to Provide Clean Drinking Water and Combat Microplastics
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Krishnamoorthi Delivers $1 Million for Major Lake Michigan Water Infrastructure Project to Provide Clean Drinking Water and Combat Microplastics * ELMHURST, Illinois -Today, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi joined the DuPage Water Commission (DWC) to announce $1 million in federal Community Project Funding he secured to advance Stage 1 of the Lake Michigan Regional Water Supply Initiative, a   more
LSUS Debate ranked No. 10 nationally among all styles
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, Aug. 24 -- Louisiana State University Shreveport campus posted the following news: * * * LSUS Debate ranked No. 10 nationally among all styles * SHREVEPORT - The International Public Debate Association world is well aware of LSU Shreveport's brand and strength, particularly after the Pilots claimed three national titles this past season. But the entire debate world took note as the Pilots were ranked No. 10 in all styles of debate by American Liberty Media, which pub  more
Md. A.G. Brown Urges Supreme Court to Uphold Colorado Civil Rights Protections for Universal Preschool
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Aug. 25 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on Aug. 24, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Urges Supreme Court to Uphold Colorado Civil Rights Protections for Universal Preschool Coalition Files Amicus Brief Arguing States Can Require Private Providers Receiving Public Funding to Comply with Nondiscrimination Laws - Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today joined a coalition of 19 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in   more
Mich. Democratic Party Chair Issues Statement on Trump Escalating His Price-Hiking Trade War With Canada
LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 22 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following statement: * * * MDP Chair on Trump Escalating His Price-Hiking Trade War With Canada Last night, Donald Trump escalated his reckless trade war with Canada, allowing trade talks to collapse while imposing sweeping 50% tariffs on the United States' largest trading partner. In response, Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel released the following statement: "This ongoing Trump trade war is B.S. and these   more
Mich. Democratic Party: John James Tax - Trump Trade War To Raise Prices on State
LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 25 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Aug. 24, 2026: * * * The John James Tax: Trump Trade War To Raise Prices on Michigan Jocelyn Benson: "Let's call this what it is: the John James tax on your small businesses, your gas prices, and your groceries." - This weekend, Donald Trump escalated his reckless trade war with Canada, allowing trade talks to collapse while imposing sweeping 50% tariffs on Michigan's largest trading partner.   more
Mich. Democratic Party: Report - Mike Rogers Supports Trump's Reckless Tariffs And Healthcare Cuts As Costs Spike for Michiganders
LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 25 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release: * * * REPORT: Mike Rogers Supports Trump's Reckless Tariffs And Healthcare Cuts As Costs Spike for Michiganders New reporting from Michigan Independent highlights how Mike Rogers' agenda spikes costs: from his support for Trump's reckless tariffs that have "raised the cost of everyday goods and soured America's relationships with its trading partners," to his repeated votes to repeal the Affordable   more
Mich. Democratic Party: Winnie Brinks Condemns John James' Healthcare Record, Calls Out Votes to Cut Healthcare and Raise Costs
LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 25 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Aug. 24, 2026: * * * Winnie Brinks Condemns John James' Healthcare Record, Calls Out Votes to Cut Healthcare and Raise Costs SOUTHFIELD - Today, Senate Majority Leader and Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor Winnie Brinks was joined by Metro Detroit elected officials at a press conference where she called out John James for voting for the Trump-backed budget law that cut Medicaid and rais  more
Michigan Medicine: First-of-its-kind Treatment for Mastocytosis
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Aug. 25 (TNSjou) -- Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * A first-of-its-kind treatment for mastocytosis For patients with indolent systemic mastocytosis, avapritinib achieved long term disease control - Seeking to understand the long term impact and safety of the drug avapritinib on treating patients with indolent systemic mastocytosis, a new study confirms the drug isn't only safe, but al  more
Michigan Medicine: Many Parents Face Challenges Getting Kids to Eat a Healthy Breakfast Before School
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Aug. 25 -- Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Many parents face challenges getting kids to eat a healthy breakfast before school Time constraints, picky eating and morning moods are among the barriers parents report when trying to start the school day with a nutritious meal - As families reset their back-to-school routines, getting children out the door isn't the only challenge. Making   more
MSU scientists developing tools that help farmers improve irrigation, energy efficiency
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 24 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * MSU scientists developing tools that help farmers improve irrigation, energy efficiency * This story is part of a series highlighting the impact of MSU AgBioResearch's work with Michigan agriculture and natural resources that includes our stakeholders' perspectives. Through partnerships with the State of Michigan and industries, MSU AgBioResearch is findi  more
NAIC Summer National Meeting Highlights Collaboration and Advances Priorities
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Association of Insurance Commissioners issued the following news release: * * * NAIC Summer National Meeting Highlights Collaboration and Advances Priorities * On Aug. 11-14, National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) Members gathered in Columbus, Ohio, for the organization's 2026 Summer National Meeting, where they continued addressing the opportunities and challenges of the modern insurance marketp  more
New Adult Recruitment Department Ready to Serve Nontraditional Students 21 and Older
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Aug. 24 -- Grand Rapids Community College posted the following news: * * * New Adult Recruitment Department Ready to Serve Nontraditional Students 21 and Older * Beginning Sept.1, the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) will officially transition to GRCC Adult Recruitment. This transition marks an exciting new chapter for the team and the students they serve. The same team of dedicated employees will continue providing essential services students have come to r  more
New Battleground Poll: Todd Blanche's Anti-Abortion Record is Toxic for Congressional Republicans Ahead of Critical Midterms
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 [Category: Political] -- Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly the NARAL Pro-Choice America) posted the following news release: * * * New Battleground Poll: Todd Blanche's Anti-Abortion Record is Toxic for Congressional Republicans Ahead of Critical Midterms * : Monday, August 24, 2026 Contact: media@reproductivefreedomforall.org Washington, DC -New battleground polling conducted by Reproductive Freedom for All and Public Policy Polling shows that Todd Blanche's threa  more
New Poll: Michiganders Support Gun Safety Laws
LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 24 [Category: Political] -- Progress Michigan, an organization that says it holds public officials and government accountable and assist in the promotion of progressive ideas, posted the following news release: * * * New Poll: Michiganders Support Gun Safety Laws * News from Progress Michigan August 24, 2026 Contacts: Levi Teitel, levi@progressmichigan.org Ryan Bates, ryan@breakawaystrategy.us # Polling shows broad support for gun safety measures passed in 202  more
New voices ready, new opportunities ahead for SC State Concert Choir
ORANGEBURG, South Carolina, Aug. 24 -- South Carolina State University posted the following news: * * * New voices ready, new opportunities ahead for SC State Concert Choir * At least 25 new freshmen join the premier vocal ensemble as it builds on its historic Carnegie Hall performance and prepares for the year ahead ORANGEBURG, S.C. -Dr. Johnnie J. Felder doesn't just want to create musicians as director of the South Carolina State University Concert Choir. He also wants to create respons  more
NRCC: William Lawrence Pled Guilty to Felony, Resisted and Obstructed Police
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * William Lawrence Pled Guilty to Felony, Resisted and Obstructed Police A new report reveals Socialist William Lawrence pled guilty to a felony, resisted and obstructed police, and used lockboxes to lock himself to machinery in protest of the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline. This is a concerning pattern as Socialist felon William Lawrence has a rich history of calling to defund the police. "Socia  more
Peters, Slotkin Press Armed Services Republicans for Oversight on Troops Serving Extended Deployments in Iran
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Peters, Slotkin Press Armed Services Republicans for Oversight on Troops Serving Extended Deployments in Iran * SASC Democrats hold Administration accountable for the conditions it has allowed to develop that have left troops stranded indefinitely WASHINGTON D.C. -U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI) and Elissa Slotkin (D-MI), alongside U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and fellow Senate Armed Ser  more
Prime nurses in three states give notice they plan to hold one-day strikes for fair contracts that support patient safety
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Aug. 24 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release: * * * Prime nurses in three states give notice they plan to hold one-day strikes for fair contracts that support patient safety * Nurses at West Anaheim Medical Center in Anaheim, Calif.; Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center in Reno, N.V.; Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital in Chicago, Ill.; and nurses and health care workers at Shasta Regional Medical Center in Redding, Calif. gave n  more
Quantum coalition expands reach across Midwest
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 24 -- Michigan State University College of Natural Science posted the following news: * * * Quantum coalition expands reach across Midwest * The Midwest Quantum Collaboratory, or MQC, held its fifth annual meeting, Entanglement 2026, from July 21 through 22, 2026 at Purdue University. The MQC was originally founded by Michigan State University, the University of Michigan, and Purdue, and recently welcomed five new member universities: Indiana University, Washingt  more
Registration now open for MSU Fall Christmas Tree Webinar on September 17
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 24 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * Registration now open for MSU Fall Christmas Tree Webinar on September 17 * Registration for the MSU Fall Christmas Tree Webinar, taking place Sept. 17, 2026, from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., is now available. Hosted by Michigan State University Extension, this webinar will prepare Christmas tree growers for the upcoming winter sales season. Presenters will   more
Researchers Find No Connection Between Pesticide Exposure and Social Difficulties Common in Autism
NEW YORK, Aug. 24 [Category: BizHospital] -- NYU Langone Health, an academic medical center affiliated with New York University, posted the following news release: * * * Researchers Find No Connection Between Pesticide Exposure and Social Difficulties Common in Autism * Prenatal exposure to certain insecticides used in agriculture does not appear to be linked to social communication problems and other traits related to autism, a new study shows. Evidence over time has suggested that organop  more
Ribbon Cutting Held for New Campus Bank
MARQUETTE, Michigan, Aug. 24 -- Northern Michigan University posted the following news: * * * Ribbon Cutting Held for New Campus Bank * Students at Northern Michigan University will have an opportunity to hone their financial literacy skills, learn about long-term financial decision making and access banking service on campus, thanks to a new partnership between NMU, Collegiate and AlumniFi, celebrated Monday, August 24 with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the newly open branch inside the North  more
Sen. Peters Kicks Off 10th and Final Motorcycle Tour in Bay City
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Peters Kicks Off 10th and Final Motorcycle Tour in Bay City Peters Highlighted Federal Funding He Secured to Address Toxic PFAS Contamination & Support First Responders in Great Lakes Bay Region BAY CITY, MI - U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) kicked off his annual motorcycle tour across Michigan at Bay City Fire Department Station #2, where he saw how federal funding he secured will help clean up toxic  more
TAND: A New Framework for ALS, FTD and Related Brain Diseases
MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 24 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * TAND: A New Framework for ALS, FTD and Related Brain Diseases * A major international review led by University of Miami Miller School of Medicine neurologist Dr. Michael Benatar argues that some diseases, including ALS, frontotemporal dementia and LATE, should be classified by their shared TDP-43 biology. On the surface, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), frontotemporal dementia (  more
The George Washington University to Host America Listens National Conversation
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- George Washington University posted the following news: * * * The George Washington University to Host America Listens National Conversation * Washington (September 24, 2026) - George Washington University's Trachtenberg School of Public Policy and Public Administration, in partnership with Boise State University, will host America Listens: Conversations That Move Us Forward on Wednesday, September 16. This event will bring together speakers from across the country and  more
UAW Deere Members Reject Contract Extension Offer
DETROIT, Michigan, Aug. 23 [Category: Union] -- The United Automobile Workers posted the following news: * * * UAW Deere Members Reject Contract Extension Offer * Members of the United Auto Workers at John Deere voted today to reject the company's proposal to extend the current collective bargaining agreement through 2029. "While John Deere continues to outsource jobs, 1,600 workers are still laid off. Our members rejected Deere's offer to extend their contract because they know their worth  more
UC San Diego Study Finds Changes to California's Landscapes May Influence Valley Fever Risk
LA JOLLA, California, Aug. 24 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * UC San Diego Study Finds Changes to California's Landscapes May Influence Valley Fever Risk * Key Takeaways * Dry, sparsely vegetated landscapes and some crop types were associated with higher Valley fever rates, while other crop types were associated with lower rates. * Fallowed -or farmland newly left uncultivated -was linked to higher rates of Valley fever, but association  more
UD in the News Aug. 15-21
DAYTON, Ohio, Aug. 24 -- The University of Dayton posted the following news: * * * UD in the News Aug. 15-21 * Local media covered the excitement of the beginning of the school year. Faculty contributed expertise to The Conversation, The Washington Post, National Catholic Reporter and WalletHub. Look at what UD students found when they moved into dorms; classes start Monday Dayton Daily News Eric F. Spina, president Casey Gill, student development Mia Harrison, student Cecelia, Lo  more
University of Arkansas: Amy White Joins School of Law Agricultural and Food Law Program
FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, Aug. 25 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news: * * * Amy White Joins School of Law Agricultural and Food Law Program Amy White has joined the U of A School of Law as research assistant professor of law and assistant director of the LL.M. Program in Agricultural and Food Law. White brings extensive experience in food safety and food labeling law, enhancing the expertise offered to students in the LL.M. Program. In her new position, White teaches food   more
University of Michigan: Feeling the Weight of 'Depth Objects' for Life's Transitions
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Aug. 24 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Feeling the weight of 'Depth objects' for life's transitions TRAVERSE CITY--Kristel Ambrosius watches from the back of an exhibit room as her daughters Sadie and Tessa hold wavy glass objects while talking with Catie Newell, an architect, professor and artist visiting their northwestern Michigan hometown. This is a unique experience for each to hear about an artist's vision and practice, but also to t  more
University of Michigan: Flu Vaccine Protects Mice Against Multiple Strains
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Aug. 24 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * New flu vaccine protects mice against multiple strains Studies in mice suggest a new vaccine, made using baker's yeast, could work with fewer booster shots and without predicting the dominant flu strains each season Key takeaways * The new vaccine could work on unexpected new flu strains that side-step current flu shots because it targets a protein on the virus that mutates slowly. * Baker'  more
VA deploys electronic health record system to three hospitals in Indiana
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs issued the following news release: * * * VA deploys electronic health record system to three hospitals in Indiana * WASHINGTON -The Department of Veterans Affairs on Saturday deployed the Federal Electronic Health Record system at three VA hospitals in Indiana - the Northern Indiana Health Care System's hospitals in Fort Wayne and Marion, and the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis. The system was also deployed  more