Gap year

International Soccer Academy and Algeciras CF Partner To Offer A New Pathway to Go Pro in Spain

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Soccer Academy, a leader in helping elite youth soccer players make their dreams of becoming a pro possible, is proud to announce an exclusive strategic partnership with Algeciras CF, a professional Spanish football team based in Algeciras, Spain.

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  • NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Soccer Academy , a leader in helping elite youth soccer players make their dreams of becoming a pro possible, is proud to announce an exclusive strategic partnership with Algeciras CF , a professional Spanish football team based in Algeciras, Spain.
  • International Soccer Academy's Gap Year team is Algeciras CF's third team and will play in an official Spanish League.
  • The long term partnership between International Soccer Academy and Algeciras CF will provide unparalleled development opportunities for collegiate-level soccer players by launching the club's third team rostered with American Gap Year players.
  • Algeciras CF's goals align perfectly with International Soccer Academy's mission to provide an authentic pathway for American soccer players to become professional players.

Tareen Dermatology Launches Exciting New Podcast: Daily Dose of Derm

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

ROSEVILLE, Minn., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tareen Dermatology is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest venture, the "Daily Dose of Derm" podcast.

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  • ROSEVILLE, Minn., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tareen Dermatology is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest venture, the "Daily Dose of Derm" podcast.
  • This is a go-to podcast for all things dermatology, how to enter the field of dermatology and make a meaningful impact in the field.
  • Tareen Dermatology welcomes inquiries from individuals interested in being featured on the "Daily Dose of Derm" podcast.
  • Stay tuned for a captivating journey into the world of dermatology with the "Daily Dose of Derm" podcast.

Free Virtual College Week - Lineup Includes Speakers from the College Essay Guy, Gap Year Solutions, and Top Score Solutions

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --College admission to highly selective universities, the benefits of a gap year, and the relevance of standardized tests are all hot topics on deck for Fusion Education Group's (FEG) Spring College Week from April 17 through April 21.

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  • FEG's Fall Virtual College Week is free and open to all high school families.
  • "Identifying the right option for students after high school evokes questions, presents obstacles, and can create confusion for both parents and students.
  • College Week reflects our commitment to help all families acquire the knowledge and confidence to best support their high schooler."
  • Thursday, April 20 at 7:00 p.m. College Essay Guy Presents: College Admissions Fundamentals and Highly Selective Programs.

AllKindsofTherapy.com Announces Another Record Year

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Wednesday, January 12, 2022

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention ( CDC ) shared a study the mental health of children and teens is tied to a parent or caregiver's mental health.

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  • The Center for Disease Control and Prevention ( CDC ) shared a study the mental health of children and teens is tied to a parent or caregiver's mental health.
  • "The website is designed to showcase treatment-to-transition options for teens and young adults yet the family system must be supported, too," said Jenney Wilder, M.S.Ed.
  • "Over the last year, more parent coaches are advertising and subscription-based virtual communities designed to support parents are also a growing service."
  • The platform allows visitors to compare all levels of care side-by-side, and find an 'Expert' to facilitate the treatment-to-transition process and family system.

WorldStrides Announces JUFU as Global Brand Ambassador of WorldStrides Gap Year

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Friday, December 17, 2021

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., Dec. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- WorldStrides , the largest experiential learning provider in the United States, today announced the appointment of hip hop artist and TikTok star JUFU as the Global Brand Ambassador for WorldStrides Gap Year .

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  • CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., Dec. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- WorldStrides , the largest experiential learning provider in the United States, today announced the appointment of hip hop artist and TikTok star JUFU as the Global Brand Ambassador for WorldStrides Gap Year .
  • As Global Brand Ambassador, JUFU will announce the launch of two WorldStrides scholarships and promote Gap Year on his TikTok channel, showcasing the life-changing possibilities of experiential learning.
  • "We are excited to announce JUFU as a Global Brand Ambassador and the new face of WorldStrides Gap Year," said Russ Alexander, Head of Innovation for Higher Education at WorldStrides.
  • As part of JUFU joining WorldStrides as the Global Brand Ambassador of WorldStrides Gap Year, he will be announcing two scholarships.

Dream Job Alert: Days Inn by Wyndham Seeks Suntern Looking to Make Up for Year of Missed Travel

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Tuesday, May 4, 2021

Days Inn by Wyndham is back offering summer\'s hottest gig: the coveted Sunternship.

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  • Days Inn by Wyndham is back offering summer\'s hottest gig: the coveted Sunternship.
  • A recent survey found that as many as 22% of college students recently took a full or partial gap year1.
  • With travel restrictions easing, many are now looking to summer as their chance to come out of a year-long travel hibernation.
  • "\nDays Inn by Wyndham is accepting applications for its Suntern program from now through June 1, 2021.

A Gap Year Isn't Just For College Kids Anymore - Independent Financial Advisory Firm Encourages Post-Pandemic Sabbatical for Gen X-ers to Rejuvenate Or Pivot

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Monday, October 26, 2020

Gen X-ers experiencing a COVID-induced desire for a life change can plan a Midlife Gap Year--- an extended break from their career to rejuvenate or pivot.

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  • Gen X-ers experiencing a COVID-induced desire for a life change can plan a Midlife Gap Year--- an extended break from their career to rejuvenate or pivot.
  • ~ Greg Patterson, CEO
    The "Gap Year" is often a coming-of-age milestone for high school graduates before their next chapter.
  • A Midlife Gap Year offers Gen X-ers the opportunity to find clarity, regroup, and stave off the proverbial midlife crisis exacerbated COVID-19 stress.
  • The Advisory Group advisors guide business leaders through a 3-step process to explore possibilities, plan a break and maintain financial security.

OpenSesame Pilots Coursica™ to Bring Learning To College Students and Recent Graduates Taking a Gap Year

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Thursday, October 8, 2020

Coursica, a new program powered by online learning innovator OpenSesame, aims to bridge the gap for these students with a new type of virtual internship, or virtualship.

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  • Coursica, a new program powered by online learning innovator OpenSesame, aims to bridge the gap for these students with a new type of virtual internship, or virtualship.
  • Pausing or delaying formal education, especially for financial reasons, shouldnt prevent students from learning, said Don Spear, CEO of OpenSesame.
  • Coursica equips participants with the abilities and experience students need to launch their careers, said Alex Hernandez, Senior People Experience Manager at OpenSesame, who is overseeing the Coursica program.
  • To qualify, applicants must be currently enrolled in college courses, taking a gap year/semester, or have recently graduated college.

Author Of Choosing College Encourages Students to Use the Pandemic to Make a Difference

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Monday, July 27, 2020

NEW YORK, July 27, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- New research indicates that almost a quarter of students are rethinking college plans, including taking a gap year.

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  • NEW YORK, July 27, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- New research indicates that almost a quarter of students are rethinking college plans, including taking a gap year.
  • A potential semester online plus restrictions in travel and high tuition costs are the main drivers of students' decisions.
  • Rubin, Founder of CMRubinWorld, Michael Horn, author of Choosing College, speaks about the future of education during the pandemic.
  • He advises turning this year of discovery into "gap bursts," using jobs, internships, apprenticeships and online courses to help students get on a path to success.

Contrary Launches Gap Year Fund, Giving Students $100,000 to Start Companies Instead of Taking Classes

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Tuesday, July 14, 2020

SAN FRANCISCO, July 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Contrary , a venture fund backed by the founders of Tesla, Reddit, Facebook, and other iconic companies, has announced a new program funding students who are taking gap years from college, encouraging them to build companies instead.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, July 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Contrary , a venture fund backed by the founders of Tesla, Reddit, Facebook, and other iconic companies, has announced a new program funding students who are taking gap years from college, encouraging them to build companies instead.
  • Over the past few decades, many of the most important technology companies from Google to Snapchat to StitchFix were spun out of universities.
  • That's why Contrary operates a powerful network of over 100 scouts across the top 35 research universities and a sophisticated technology platform to identify the next Zuckerberg.
  • Announcedtoday, Contrary is launching its gap year program, investing in 5 teams up to $100,000 each in students who choose to build rather than pay high prices for online classes.