Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Indiana
AJC Names Lindsey Barton Mintz Director of West Coast Florida Office
NEW YORK, Oct. 22 [Category: Religion] -- The American Jewish Committee posted the following news release:
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AJC Names Lindsey Barton Mintz Director of West Coast Florida Office
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October 22, 2026 -- Sarasota, Fla.
American Jewish Committee (AJC), the global advocacy organization for the Jewish people, has named Lindsey Barton Mintz as Director of its West Coast Florida regional office.
Based in Sarasota, Mintz will lead AJC's work across Florida's west coast, from Tampa Bay to Naples.
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ARETE Journal Showcases Innovative Scholarship in Global Leadership, Gender Equity, Faith-Based Leadership, the Arts and Organizational Culture
SAINT MARY-OF-THE-WOODS, Indiana, Oct. 22 -- Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College posted the following news:
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ARETE Journal Showcases Innovative Scholarship in Global Leadership, Gender Equity, Faith-Based Leadership, the Arts and Organizational Culture
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Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana - The latest issue of Final Arete - Volume 4, No 1 Fall Winter 2026 highlights a remarkable collection of scholarship from emerging and established thought leaders whose work advances understanding of leader
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Banks Helps Secure Over $75 Million in Federal Grants for Indiana Rail Projects
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release:
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October 22, 2026
Banks Helps Secure Over $75 Million in Federal Grants for Indiana Rail Projects
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) applauded the Federal Railroad Administration's selection of seven Indiana rail projects for up to $75,816,584 for the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) program.
The funds will support rail infrastructure improvements acros
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Banks to Host 5th Annual Northeast Indiana Defense Summit in Fort Wayne
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release:
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October 20, 2026
Banks to Host 5th Annual Northeast Indiana Defense Summit in Fort Wayne
FORT WAYNE, Ind. - Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) will host the 5th annual Northeast Indiana Defense Summit in Fort Wayne on Tuesday October 27 and Wednesday October 28. The two-day summit will bring together senior Trump administration officials, military leaders, members of Congress, and defense industry executives
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Banks to Host 5th Annual Northeast Indiana Defense Summit in Fort Wayne and Over Livestream
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release:
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October 22, 2026
Banks to Host 5th Annual Northeast Indiana Defense Summit in Fort Wayne and over Livestream
FORT WAYNE, Ind. - Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) will host the 5th annual Northeast Indiana Defense Summit in Fort Wayne on Tuesday, October 27th and Wednesday, October 28th.
The two-day summit will bring together senior Trump administration officials, military leaders, members of Congress, and de
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Canine cancer patients contribute to next-generation minimally invasive cancer therapies for dogs and humans
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Oct. 22 -- Purdue University posted the following news release:
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Canine cancer patients contribute to next-generation minimally invasive cancer therapies for dogs and humans
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WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- Natural disasters. Hikes. Long, dark nights alone. For many people, dogs offer a sense of safety and comfort in challenging or uncertain times. Cancer researchers at a new lab at Purdue University are partnering with dogs to make cancer less frightening -- and less
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Catching up with...Junko Ueno
SCHENECTADY, New York, Oct. 22 -- Union College posted the following news:
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Catching up with...Junko Ueno
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Junko Ueno, professor of Japanese, grew up in Fukuoka, one of the prefectures of Kyushu Island, Japan. She loved learning English as a child, and a part-time job teaching English during her college days inspired her to study abroad after graduation.
While working on her M.A. in TESOL (teaching English to speakers of other languages) and applied linguistics at Indiana University,
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Edison State, Indiana University East Sign Partnership Agreement
PIQUA, Ohio, Oct. 22 -- Edison State Community College posted the following news:
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Edison State, Indiana University East Sign Partnership Agreement
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Representatives from Edison State Community College and Indiana University East came together on Monday, October 5, 2026, to formalize a partnership creating a seamless pathway for students from an associate degree to a bachelor's degree. Held at Edison State's Piqua Campus, the event included a campus tour, remarks from Edison State Presi
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Franklin College students address energy industry challenges during TechPoint competition
FRANKLIN, Indiana, Oct. 21 -- Franklin College issued the following news:
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Franklin College students address energy industry challenges during TechPoint competition
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Two Franklin College students were among 50 applicants selected from a pool of 135 for TechPoint's latest Xtern Challenge, a competitive work-based learning experience designed to connect students with real-world technology and business challenges.
Juniors Jonathan McCoy and Seth Poindexter joined students from 14 other c
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From Devastation to Chaos: Tracking the Impact of Trade Policy Across All 50 States
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release:
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From Devastation to Chaos: Tracking the Impact of Trade Policy Across All 50 States
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WASHINGTON -- Today, Public Citizen released a new set of fact sheets that track the toll of the NAFTA-WTO era and today's chaotic trade policies on the workers, farmers, local communities in all 50 states in the U.S., covering lost manufacturing jobs and farms, shuttered factories, battered union membership
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Gov. Braun Expands Workforce Training with Nearly $19 Million in Federal Grants
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Oct. 22 -- Gov. Mike Braun, R-Indiana, issued the following news release:
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Gov. Braun Expands Workforce Training with Nearly $19 Million in Federal Grants
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INDIANAPOLIS - Indiana Governor Mike Braun today announced nearly $19 million in federal funding to strengthen workforce training, expand apprenticeship opportunities and connect more Hoosiers with careers in high-demand industries.
The funding supports four initiatives focused on registered apprenticeships,
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Gov. Braun is Powering Innovation and Growth in Indiana Uplands Region
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Oct. 22 -- Gov. Mike Braun, R-Indiana, issued the following news release:
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Gov. Braun is Powering Innovation and Growth in Indiana Uplands Region
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BLOOMINGTON, Ind. - Indiana Governor Mike Braun today shared with hundreds of regional business leaders in Bloomington how his regional economic development strategy is powering business growth and bringing in new jobs at higher than average wages in the Indiana Uplands region. The Governor's remarks were a highlight o
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GRCC Marketing Earns Seven Awards for Creative Excellence
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Oct. 22 -- Grand Rapids Community College posted the following news:
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GRCC Marketing Earns Seven Awards for Creative Excellence
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The Grand Rapids Community College Marketing and Communications team has once again been recognized for excellence in higher education marketing. Their work was recently awarded seven Medallion awards -- including three Gold -- from the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR).
NCMPR celebrates excellence in marketi
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Guyton to complete term as MC USA executive director
ELKHART, Indiana, Oct. 22 [Category: Religion] -- Mennonite Church USA posted the following news:
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Guyton to complete term as MC USA executive director
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ELKHART, Indiana, October 22, 2026 - The Mennonite Church USA Executive Board has announced that Executive Director Glen Guyton will complete his current term, on December 31, 2026, concluding almost nine years of service, and will not seek renewal for a fourth term.
Guyton will begin a new role on Jan. 1, 2027, as president and chief
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In Print: 'The Flight of the Purdue OWL: An Institutional History'
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Oct. 22 -- Purdue University posted the following news release:
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In Print: 'The Flight of the Purdue OWL: An Institutional History'
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Title: The Flight of the Purdue OWL: An Institutional History
Authors: Harry Denny, Vicki Kennell, Garrett Colon
Publisher: Purdue University Press
Publication Date: June 2026
About the Book: This book traces the history of teaching and programming of the original Writing Lab, whose handouts and resources became the foundation
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Indiana State University PD have a 'Pumpkin' of a good time with children
TERRE HAUTE, Indiana, Oct. 22 -- Indiana State University posted the following news:
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Indiana State University PD have a 'Pumpkin' of a good time with children
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Children on Indiana State University's campus enjoyed a seasonal tradition while building connections with local public safety officials.
On Wednesday, the McCarthy Early Childhood Education Center hosted its annual Pumpkins with the Police event on the center's playground.
The event is a collaboration between Indiana State U
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IU Southeast Hosting Futurecast Economic Outlook Breakfast
NEW ALBANY, Indiana, Oct. 22 -- Indiana University Southeast campus posted the following news:
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IU Southeast Hosting Futurecast Economic Outlook Breakfast
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IU Southeast will host this year's Indiana Business Outlook Panel on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
The Economic Outlook breakfast will take place in the IU Southeast Hoosier Room. Breakfast will be served at 8 a.m. and panel presentations will begin at 9 a.m. as panelists present an analysis of national, state, and local economic conditions
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Lee Receives Distinguished Service Award
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Oct. 22 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, posted the following news:
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Lee Receives Distinguished Service Award
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Taft partner Chou-il Lee received the Distinguished Service Award from the Indiana University Maurer School of Law on Oct. 2. Presented during the law school's fall alumni board meeting alongside three other recipients, the award honors alumni who demonstrate exceptional dedication to their communities and the law school well beyond traditi
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Library of Congress Acquires Letters Written by Former First Ladies Martha Washington and Mary Todd Lincoln
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The Library of Congress issued the following news:
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Library of Congress Acquires Letters Written by Former First Ladies Martha Washington and Mary Todd Lincoln
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Rare Letter in Washington's Own Handwriting; Lincoln Letter Written Two Months Before Assassination
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The Library of Congress has recently acquired two letters written by former first ladies Martha Washington and Mary Todd Lincoln. These letters provide researchers and the public with a rare g
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New AU scholar program gives psychology students global research experience
ASHLAND, Ohio, Oct. 22 -- Ashland University posted the following news:
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New AU scholar program gives psychology students global research experience
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ASHLAND, Ohio - Ashland University is providing undergraduate psychology students an opportunity to become part of a global network of researchers and to contribute to projects that address important questions about human behavior and experience through its new Psychological Research Scholar program.
Students in the Psychological Researc
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Nicholson Library Staff Receive Statewide Recognition
ANDERSON, Indiana, Oct. 22 -- Anderson University posted the following news:
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Nicholson Library Staff Receive Statewide Recognition
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Nicholson Library Staff Honored for Collaborative Library Work
Nic Don Stanton-Roark and Graeme States recognized for contributions to shared library systems and open-source initiatives
Nicholson Library staff members have received awards from the Samvera Community and the Private Academic Library Network of Indiana (PALNI) for their work creating and i
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Office of Research to host virtual workshops in November
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Oct. 22 -- Purdue University posted the following news release:
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Office of Research to host virtual workshops in November
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The Office of Research will host three upcoming virtual workshops. Although these sessions may be especially helpful to new faculty, all are encouraged to attend. These sessions focus on information for faculty. Student programs will not be covered.
Understanding Proposal Budgets
* Tuesday, Nov. 3 from 1:30-3 p.m.
* This workshop will pr
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President Godard honors two more with October Sycamore Shoutouts
TERRE HAUTE, Indiana, Oct. 22 -- Indiana State University posted the following news:
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President Godard honors two more with October Sycamore Shoutouts
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Congratulations go out to this month's Sycamore Shoutout award recipients. This past week, President Mike Godard presented the monthly recognition.
October, the shoutouts went to Dr. Kara Harris with the Bayh College of Education and Tiffany Mulligan with General Counsel.
Harris has worked at the university for more than 18 years and
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Professors and PhD graduate receive national recognition
TERRE HAUTE, Indiana, Oct. 22 -- Indiana State University posted the following news:
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Professors and PhD graduate receive national recognition
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Indiana State University PhD graduate Jonathan Walston is gaining recognition for his research in the field of technology management.
Walston did his dissertation research under Indiana State University faculty members M. Affan Badar and Riem Rostom of the Bailey College of Engineering and Technology, along with Christopher J. Kluse of Bowling
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Purdue leaders connect with NYC alumni to discuss the future of business
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Oct. 22 -- Purdue University posted the following news release:
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Purdue leaders connect with NYC alumni to discuss the future of business
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Two hundred New York City-based Purdue alumni and friends gathered Oct. 13 for a reception at the New York Athletic Club overlooking Central Park. Dubbed "Boilermakers in the Big Apple," the event featured a fireside chat with Purdue interim President Mitch Daniels and Jim Bullard, the Dr. Samuel R. Allen Dean of the Mitch D
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Purdue's online cybersecurity degree, AI graduate certificate prepare professionals for emerging digital threats
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Oct. 22 -- Purdue University posted the following news release:
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Purdue's online cybersecurity degree, AI graduate certificate prepare professionals for emerging digital threats
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WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- Purdue Polytechnic Institute is launching online master's degree and graduate certificate programs fostering sophisticated solutions to the growing complexity of commonplace cyberattacks.
The Master of Science in cybersecurity and trusted systems degree and the
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Reminder: Flu shots still available at participating locations
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Oct. 22 -- Purdue University posted the following news release:
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Reminder: Flu shots still available at participating locations
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For Purdue faculty and staff who haven't yet received a flu shot, several options remain. Seasonal flu shots are available at no cost to benefits-eligible faculty and staff, as well as dependents covered on a Purdue health plan. Employees attending the flu shot events should bring their Purdue University Identification (PUID); covered
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Returning adult student earns award at national conference
KOKOMO, Indiana, Oct. 22 -- Indiana University Kokomo campus posted the following news:
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Returning adult student earns award at national conference
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KOKOMO, Ind. -- Three years ago, Joanne Crawford clocked out of work for the last time, devastated after losing her job when her factory closed.
This month, she earned recognition for the top student paper at a national conference and is considering graduate school.
"I loved that job so much," she said. "Three years into the future, I ha
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S.D. A.G. Jackley Commends Fellow Attorneys General For Support of South Dakota's Appeal in Mayday Case
PIERRE, South Dakota, Oct. 23 -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Jackley Commends Fellow Attorneys General For Support of South Dakota's Appeal in Mayday Case
Oct 22, 2026
PIERRE, S.D. - Attorney General Marty Jackley commends the Attorneys General of 18 states who have filed an amicus brief that supports South Dakota in its appeal of a lower federal court ruling that temporarily prohibits the state from enforcing a new la
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Secretary McMahon Delivers "The Next 250: Affordability in Higher Education" Remarks at Arizona State University
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release:
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Secretary McMahon Delivers "The Next 250: Affordability in Higher Education" Remarks at Arizona State University
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Today, U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon delivered remarks at Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona, to highlight the Trump Administration's unprecedented progress in making higher education more affordable, transparent, and accountable.
Below is her speech, as prepared
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Sen. Banks Announces 5th Annual Defense Summit Will Be Livestreamed
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release:
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October 21, 2026
Sen. Banks Announces 5th Annual Defense Summit will be Livestreamed
FORT WAYNE, Ind. - Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) has announced that his 5th annual Northeast Indiana Defense Summit in Fort Wayne on Tuesday, October 27th and Wednesday, October 28th will be livestreamed on YouTube at @SenatorJimBanks and on X at @SenatorBanks.
The two-day summit will bring together senior Trump adminis
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SMWC Celebrates Its Beginnings During Foundation Day
SAINT MARY-OF-THE-WOODS, Indiana, Oct. 22 -- Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College posted the following news:
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SMWC Celebrates Its Beginnings During Foundation Day
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Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (SMWC) students celebrated its long history by coming together for a Foundation Day event on Oct. 22 to reflect on what it means to be part of The Woods community.
"Today, we pause from our usual routines to come together as a Woods community, celebrate where we came from and reflect on what it me
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SPJ opposes congressional threats to subpoena journalists at BreakThrough News
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Oct. 22 [Category: Media] -- The Society of Professional Journalists posted the following news:
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SPJ opposes congressional threats to subpoena journalists at BreakThrough News
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The Society of Professional Journalists has joined a coalition of press freedom and civil liberties organizations, led by the Freedom of the Press Foundation, in urging the U.S House Committee on Ways and Means to end its inquiry into BreakThrough News and stop threatening subpoenas agains
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Trump Administration Announces Major Investment in American Fertilizer Manufacturing to Strengthen National Security and Support Farmers
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the following news release:
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Trump Administration Announces Major Investment in American Fertilizer Manufacturing to Strengthen National Security and Support Farmers
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(Washington, D.C., October 22, 2026) - Today, Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, announced the selection of eight fertilizer manufacturing projects to receive funding through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Fer
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U.S. Department of Education Approves Workforce Pell Grant Program in Arizona
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release:
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U.S. Department of Education Approves Workforce Pell Grant Program in Arizona
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Today, the U.S. Department of Education (the Department) approved a new Workforce Pell Grant Program in Arizona, marking the seventh state in the nation to receive a program approval. Eligible students at Pima Medical Institute can now use Federal Pell Grants to enroll in the Phlebotomy Technician program, which will
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White House: Trump-Vance Administration Leads Nationwide Coalition in Fighting War on Fraud
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The White House issued the following news:
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Trump-Vance Administration Leads Nationwide Coalition in Fighting War on Fraud
October 16, 2026
President Donald J. Trump and Vice President JD Vance are aggressively shutting down the waste, fraud, and abuse that has drained billions from American taxpayers. As head of the White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, Vice President Vance this week called on officials at every level of government to join him in a pledge to
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