Collegiate

Meet GamerTech® at "Scholars" Event

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023

The event takes place November 27th and 28th at Worlds Resort Las Vegas and will include conferences, networking opportunities and awards, including Player of the Year presented by GamerTech®.

Key Points: 
  • The event takes place November 27th and 28th at Worlds Resort Las Vegas and will include conferences, networking opportunities and awards, including Player of the Year presented by GamerTech®.
  • "Through these events, we're fully embracing the future of esports and striving to equip gamers with the essential resources to nurture their careers."
  • That's why we are happy to introduce our first performance-boosting wearable product, the Magma Glove, at this event.
  • Join us at the Scholars event to see the latest from GamerTech®, the gaming community and fellow players and partners.

Meet GamerTech® at "Scholars" Event

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, November 22, 2023

The event takes place November 27th and 28th at Worlds Resort Las Vegas and will include conferences, networking opportunities and awards, including Player of the Year presented by GamerTech®.

Key Points: 
  • The event takes place November 27th and 28th at Worlds Resort Las Vegas and will include conferences, networking opportunities and awards, including Player of the Year presented by GamerTech®.
  • "Through these events, we're fully embracing the future of esports and striving to equip gamers with the essential resources to nurture their careers."
  • That's why we are happy to introduce our first performance-boosting wearable product, the Magma Glove, at this event.
  • Join us at the Scholars event to see the latest from GamerTech®, the gaming community and fellow players and partners.

CAE and SREB Partner to Advance Student Outcomes and Support College and Career Success

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

These assessments measure student proficiency in critical thinking, problem solving, and written communication — skills that are predictive of positive academic and career success.

Key Points: 
  • These assessments measure student proficiency in critical thinking, problem solving, and written communication — skills that are predictive of positive academic and career success.
  • The partnership will also connect SREB states with CAE’s professional development, services, and technical support to help effectively implement performance-based assessment and use the resulting data to guide instruction and supports that boost student learning.
  • By simplifying the procurement process, SREB states will now enjoy rapid, efficient access to CAE’s offerings.
  • “SREB is a respected organization with a long history of supporting public education improvements, which aligns seamlessly with CAE’s mission.

FBLA Brings Collegiate Career Connections Conference to Des Moines

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Reston, Virginia, Oct. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA), the nation’s largest career and technical student organization focused solely on business, is hosting the first of two annual Career Connections Conferences in Des Moines, Iowa from October 26 to 28.

Key Points: 
  • Reston, Virginia, Oct. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA), the nation’s largest career and technical student organization focused solely on business, is hosting the first of two annual Career Connections Conferences in Des Moines, Iowa from October 26 to 28.
  • “Des Moines is a rich and vibrant community perfect for those looking to expand their career prospects in the Midwest, with Forbes rating it the #1 city for young professionals, ” said Iowa FBLA Executive Director Kent Storm.
  • “As FBLA continues to reinvest in our Collegiate division, we are proud to bring this fantastic opportunity for workforce development to students in the heartland of America,” FBLA President & CEO Alexander T. Graham said.
  • FBLA inspires and prepares students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society through relevant career preparation and leadership experiences.

International Study Reveals Measuring and Developing Critical-Thinking Skills as an Essential Best Practice in Higher Education

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

“In response to employer concerns about graduate employability, assessing and developing students’ higher-order skills is an essential component of best practices in higher education,” said Doris Zahner, Ph.D., CAE’s chief academic officer.

Key Points: 
  • “In response to employer concerns about graduate employability, assessing and developing students’ higher-order skills is an essential component of best practices in higher education,” said Doris Zahner, Ph.D., CAE’s chief academic officer.
  • The research discussed in “Assessing and Developing Critical-Thinking Skills in Higher Education” reinforces the need for policymakers, researchers, and higher education leaders to have valid and reliable internationally comparative assessments of the skills that are needed for today’s knowledge economy.
  • CAE, in collaboration with the Finland Ministry of Education and Culture, will continue to study the impact of higher education on the development of critical-thinking skills.
  • To learn more about this study, CAE’s other research, and CAE’s performance-based assessments and critical thinking instruction, visit cae.org .

College Student Mental Wellness Advocacy Coalition Launches Second Annual Survey to 800,000 Students; Expands Partnerships with Mental Health Nonprofits

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

The College Student Mental Wellness Advocacy Coalition launches its second annual Thriving College Student Mental Wellness Survey today—on World Mental Health Day—in partnership with the Hi, How Are You Project (HHAYP) and The Jed Foundation (JED).

Key Points: 
  • The College Student Mental Wellness Advocacy Coalition launches its second annual Thriving College Student Mental Wellness Survey today—on World Mental Health Day—in partnership with the Hi, How Are You Project (HHAYP) and The Jed Foundation (JED).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231010020630/en/
    Hi, How Are You Project and The Jed Foundation Launch Thriving College Student Survey with Mental Wellness Advocacy Coalition to nearly 800,000 students on World Mental Health Day.
  • The survey results will be reported in the form of an annual Index in January 2024.
  • In addition to HHAYP and JED, it is made up of 24 member companies in the student housing industry including:

Family engagement leader CampusESP welcomes Customer 350: St. John’s University

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

Founded in 2016, CampusESP is the go-to leader in family engagement solutions in higher education.

Key Points: 
  • Founded in 2016, CampusESP is the go-to leader in family engagement solutions in higher education.
  • St. John’s turned to CampusESP as part of a year-long focus on scaling their family engagement strategy.
  • The process began in January when Karen Moritz Simons was hired as the school’s first Director of Parent & Family Connections.
  • With a strategic family engagement plan, CampusESP helps colleges and universities channel parent influence into results.

STITCH FIX AND MONA MAY, COSTUME DESIGNER FOR TV AND FILM'S MOST ICONIC LEADING LADIES, OFFER EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO MAIN CHARACTER CLOSETS THIS FALL

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boring fall fashion? As if! Today, Stitch Fix is announcing its partnership with powerhouse Costume Designer, Mona May, the creative behind some of the '90s and '00s favorite fashion-forward films like Clueless, Never Been Kissed, and Romy & Michele's High School Reunion. 

Key Points: 
  • Beginning today, everyone can discover their own Main Character Energy and partner with Stitch Fix's squad of expert stylists to bring it to life.
  • "This is why it's been so exciting partnering with Stitch Fix, where we've had the opportunity to collaborate with a storytelling-meets-styling approach.
  • Mona has inspired our stylists with her vast experience, and together we're making it possible for our clients to easily discover their main character energy."
  • Discover your Main Character Closet, get matched with a Stitch Fix expert stylist to curate your Main Character inspired Fix and receive tips from Mona May to bring the Main Character Energy all year long.

ATLAS HOLDINGS ACQUIRES HERFF JONES GRADUATION BUSINESS FROM VARSITY BRANDS

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Monday, October 2, 2023

GREENWICH, Conn., Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Atlas Holdings announced today the closing of the previously announced acquisition of the Herff Jones Graduation Business from Varsity Brands. Atlas also announced the promotion of Ron Stoupa, who begins today as Chief Executive Officer of the now independently operated company. Stoupa joined Herff Jones as Chief Marketing Officer in 2021 and was promoted to President in October 2022.

Key Points: 
  • GREENWICH, Conn., Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Atlas Holdings announced today the closing of the previously announced acquisition of the Herff Jones Graduation Business from Varsity Brands.
  • Stoupa joined Herff Jones as Chief Marketing Officer in 2021 and was promoted to President in October 2022.
  • "We look forward to working with Ron and his team to support Herff Jones in the next era of this storied manufacturing business.
  • I am excited for what the future holds for Herff Jones with Atlas as our new partner," said Ron Stoupa, President and CEO of Herff Jones.

Varsity Brands Completes Sale of Herff Jones Graduation Business to Atlas Holdings

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Monday, October 2, 2023

DALLAS, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Varsity Brands, the market leader in sport, spirit, and achievement, today announced completion of its sale of the Herff Jones Graduation Business to Atlas Holdings.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Varsity Brands, the market leader in sport, spirit, and achievement, today announced completion of its sale of the Herff Jones Graduation Business to Atlas Holdings.
  • The sale to Atlas, which was effectuated on October 2, 2023, includes Herff Jones' Scholastic and Collegiate businesses and related manufacturing facilities.
  • Varsity Brands will retain its award-winning Yearbook business, and position it within its Varsity Spirit operating segment.
  • "The completion of the sale of our Herff Jones graduation business simplifies Varsity Brands' infrastructure, and clarifies our focus" said Adam Blumenfeld, CEO of Varsity Brands.