Faculty

O.P. Jindal Global University’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. C. Raj Kumar Addresses the Japanese Parliament

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Friday, April 26, 2024

Jindal Global University, Professor (Dr.) C Raj Kumar addressed a caucus of over 20 distinguished Members of the Japanese Parliament (National Diet), which also included the Hon’ble Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, Government of Japan, Mr. Masahito Moriyama.

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  • Jindal Global University, Professor (Dr.) C Raj Kumar addressed a caucus of over 20 distinguished Members of the Japanese Parliament (National Diet), which also included the Hon’ble Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, Government of Japan, Mr. Masahito Moriyama.
  • Prof. Raj Kumar is also the first Indian Vice Chancellor to be invited to speak at the Japanese Parliament, addressing distinguished MPs and public officials of the Government of Japan.
  • Jindal Global University, India at the Japanese National Parliament in Tokyo, Japan on 23 April 2024.
  • The Japanese Parliamentary Committee of the World Federation invited Prof. Kumar to share his views relating to India’s national education policy, bilateral relations, development agenda and global governance.

ComEd Joins Bronzeville Community to Unveil New Public EV Chargers

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Thursday, April 25, 2024

Because densely populated areas have limited access to EV charging, and fewer parking lots to accommodate public charging infrastructure, curbside charging will be critical for EV adoption in these areas.

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  • Because densely populated areas have limited access to EV charging, and fewer parking lots to accommodate public charging infrastructure, curbside charging will be critical for EV adoption in these areas.
  • Since the start of this pilot in 2022, the five Bronzeville chargers installed throughout the community have served nearly 300 unique drivers, and more than 2,800 charging sessions.
  • The chargers are strategically placed throughout the Bronzeville community to support individuals living in multi-unit dwellings (MUDs), including apartment complexes and condominium buildings.
  • As a ComEd Community of the Future , Bronzeville is a key example of the clean energy transformation happening in Illinois.

IANS Research Receives Strategic Investment From the Apax Digital Funds to Accelerate Growth and Market Leadership in Information Security

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

IANS Research, the leading provider of independent research and advisory services for the information security industry, has announced a new strategic investment from the Apax Digital Fund II (the “Apax Digital Funds”).

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  • IANS Research, the leading provider of independent research and advisory services for the information security industry, has announced a new strategic investment from the Apax Digital Fund II (the “Apax Digital Funds”).
  • The investment from the Apax Digital Funds will enable IANS to accelerate product development, expand its value proposition, and scale its go-to-market efforts.
  • The Apax Digital team’s deep expertise in information security and tech-enabled information services positions the Funds well to partner with IANS and its management team to drive growth and fuel the next stage of the company’s evolution.
  • The investment and deep industry expertise of the Apax Digital team will equip us with the tools to accelerate our growth.

Husch Blackwell Launches HB In-House, a Unique Career Development Program to Help Lawyers Transition to In-House Roles and Enhance Client Service

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Monday, April 22, 2024

The inaugural program launches this summer and will take place over four months, starting in June and concluding at the end of September.

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  • The inaugural program launches this summer and will take place over four months, starting in June and concluding at the end of September.
  • “Our clients are at the heart of everything we do, and this program is a perfect example of how we work with them to deliver better service.
  • HB In-House was created in close collaboration with some of the firm’s clients, who will have active roles in the program as faculty and mentors.
  • Additionally, attorneys may be offered the chance to participate in a secondment, which will provide an immersive experience.

Earth Day Blue Economy & Climate Action Pathways (BECAP) Conference Launches Groundbreaking Collaboration

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Monday, April 22, 2024

Santa Monica College, in partnership with the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office, AltaSea, and their partners, hosted the inaugural Blue Economy & Climate Action Pathways (BECAP) Kickoff and Conference on Friday, April 19.

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  • Santa Monica College, in partnership with the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office, AltaSea, and their partners, hosted the inaugural Blue Economy & Climate Action Pathways (BECAP) Kickoff and Conference on Friday, April 19.
  • This visionary collaboration is the first of its kind between the consortia of 13 colleges for Blue Economy workforce development in Los Angeles.
  • Project partners include Los Angeles Regional Consortium (LARC), Los Angeles Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC), and the Center for Climate Futures.
  • By 2030, the Blue Economy is projected to more than double its contribution to global value added, reaching over $3 trillion.

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Releases White Paper on How Organizations Can Improve Workplace Wellness Through Use of a Strategic Framework

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Saturday, April 20, 2024

The white paper explores findings from the 2023 Career Optimism Index® to focus on workplace wellness and the development of a scorecard concept as a framework for addressing disparities and cultivating a positive work environment.

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  • The white paper explores findings from the 2023 Career Optimism Index® to focus on workplace wellness and the development of a scorecard concept as a framework for addressing disparities and cultivating a positive work environment.
  • “With workers expressing career optimism concurrently with workplace dissatisfaction, there is a challenge and an opportunity for organizations to address this dissatisfaction while leveraging employees' optimism,” states Blake.
  • ACCESS (Advancing Community, Critical thought, Engagement, Scholarship Success) is an introductory course sequence for the College’s doctoral students.
  • Marquis holds a Master of Business Administration from University of Phoenix and a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from the University of Surrey.

University of Phoenix College of Nursing Faculty Leadership Selected for Prestigious Fellows of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners® Program

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Friday, April 19, 2024

The American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) recognizes the outstanding achievements and exemplary service of 33 AANP members who have been accepted into the prestigious FAANP program.

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  • The American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) recognizes the outstanding achievements and exemplary service of 33 AANP members who have been accepted into the prestigious FAANP program.
  • “It is an honor to be inducted into the Fellows of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners,” states Jones.
  • “The College of Nursing congratulates Dr. Sun Jones on her induction into the Fellows of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners,” shares Raelene Brooks, Ph.D., RN, dean of College of Nursing at University of Phoenix.
  • In 2024, Jones was selected to co-present, alongside other leaders from the University of Phoenix College of Nursing, during a prestigious podium presentation at the American Association of Colleges of Nursing Diversity Symposium.

The UAE’s Largest Higher Education Institution, Higher Colleges of Technology, Selects YuJa Video Platform to Serve More than 23,000 Students at 17 Campuses

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

After a rigorous RFP process, the system of the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) has selected the YuJa Enterprise Video Platform to serve more than 23,000 students and 2,000 staff at its 17 modern, technology-enhanced campuses in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

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  • After a rigorous RFP process, the system of the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) has selected the YuJa Enterprise Video Platform to serve more than 23,000 students and 2,000 staff at its 17 modern, technology-enhanced campuses in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
  • HCT is the largest higher education institution in the UAE with campuses in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Dubai, Fujairah, Madinat Zayed, Ras Al Khaimah, Ruwais and Sharjah.
  • In addition to meeting these requirements, the YuJa Enterprise Video Platform offers other tools that will increase interactivity and drive collaboration throughout the system.
  • It integrates with Blackboard Learning Management System, Class Collaborate, Microsoft Teams, and offers local storage.

The Dairy Alliance Introduces Groundbreaking Bulk Milk Dispensers in Georgia and South Carolina Schools

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

The nonprofit, funded by dairy farm families in the Southeast, has introduced a sustainable and nutritional approach to dairy milk with the arrival of bulk milk dispensers at Cartersville High School in Georgia and Gaffney High School in South Carolina, spearheaded by The Dairy Alliance.

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  • The nonprofit, funded by dairy farm families in the Southeast, has introduced a sustainable and nutritional approach to dairy milk with the arrival of bulk milk dispensers at Cartersville High School in Georgia and Gaffney High School in South Carolina, spearheaded by The Dairy Alliance.
  • With the generous support of The Dairy Alliance and local dairy farms, these school systems are leading the charge toward a greener, healthier future.
  • Cartersville High has installed two 3-spout dispensers with one funded via The Dairy Alliance dairy optimization grant program and one funded locally using district funds.
  • Complementing this shift towards bulk milk, both institutions received a Dairy Optimization grant from The Dairy Alliance, underscoring the organization's dedication to cultivating healthier school environments.

University of Phoenix Celebrates Faculty Thought Leadership Producing 1,240 Instances of Scholarship in 2023

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

University of Phoenix celebrates the achievements and thought leadership of its more than 2,400 faculty and instructors across all seven colleges producing 1,240 instances of scholarship in 2023.

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  • University of Phoenix celebrates the achievements and thought leadership of its more than 2,400 faculty and instructors across all seven colleges producing 1,240 instances of scholarship in 2023.
  • Recognizing the role and value that practitioner–scholars bring to the classroom, University of Phoenix fosters a culture of research, scholarship and professional currency among faculty.
  • The University operates a faculty scholarship model based on Boyer’s model that recognizes scholarship across four domains: discovery, application, integration, and teaching and learning.
  • The university requires scholarship by all master's level instructors in all colleges, and every faculty must meet the University’s practitioner faculty requirements.