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Access to Financing Increases Geographic, Gender, and Economic Diversity of International Students, According to New Study

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022

The report analyzes the role that financing plays in international education and student outcomes.

Key Points: 
  • The report analyzes the role that financing plays in international education and student outcomes.
  • The Social Impact Report was produced in partnership with Dr. Rajika Bhandari an international higher education expert, former international student, and author of America Calling: A Foreign Student in a Country of Possibility .
  • A few key findings include:
    International students have a significant economic impact on their host country during their studies.
  • MPOWER works with over 400 top universities across the U.S. and Canada to provide financing to students from over 200 countries.

CHIRLA, IMMIGRANT RIGHTS GROUPS MOBILIZE IN SUPPORT OF U.S. SENATOR PADILLA'S BILL TO EXPAND A PATHWAY FOR RESIDENCY FOR MILLIONS OF LONG-TERM RESIDENTS

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

Senator Alex Padilla's bill , co-authored by Senator Ben Ray Lujn, Senator Elizabeth Warren and Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin, to update the Immigration Registry.

Key Points: 
  • Senator Alex Padilla's bill , co-authored by Senator Ben Ray Lujn, Senator Elizabeth Warren and Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin, to update the Immigration Registry.
  • The groups rallied in Los Angeles at the Edward Roybal Federal Building today to support U.S.
  • Senator Padilla's legislation to expand a pathway to permanent residency for millions of long-term U.S. residents, the bill was introduced today.
  • An update of the registry will provide immigrants the ability to access permanent residency," said Angelica Salas, CHIRLA Executive Director.

FIRST-EVER TOM'S OF MAINE INCUBATOR TO ELEVATE NEXT GENERATION OF BIPOC ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERS

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

The Tom's of Maine Incubator is a seven-month program designed to propel the next generation of BIPOC leaders driving environmental solutions.

Key Points: 
  • The Tom's of Maine Incubator is a seven-month program designed to propel the next generation of BIPOC leaders driving environmental solutions.
  • Applications for the Tom's of Maine Incubator are open today through October 19, 2022.
  • The inaugural Tom's of Maine Incubatorclass will be made up of five selected changemakers who have a passion and vision for building and broadening environmental solutions.
  • Incubator members will also have the opportunity to participate in the Tom's of Maine IncubatorKick-Off Summit in Kennebunk, Maine this fall.

Dream Award Scholarships Open for Students Overcoming Barriers to their Educational Goals

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Scholarship America, the nation's largest nonprofit scholarship and education support organization, is accepting applications for the 2023 Scholarship America Dream Award through Oct. 15, 2022. Dream Awards are made to students from across the nation who have overcome significant barriers to make it to college, and have completed at least their first year of study. Students can apply for the Dream Award here. Those who apply will also be directed to additional scholarships for which they may be eligible. Scholarship America provides access to more than 1,400 scholarship programs.

Key Points: 
  • Dream Awards are made to students from across the nation who have overcome significant barriers to make it to college, and have completed at least their first year of study.
  • "We believe in tearing down the barriers to obtaining a college degree," said Mike Nylund, president and CEO of Scholarship America.
  • Dream Award Scholars have overcome incredible challenges that include family tragedies, health and financial struggles, and systemic inequities.
  • The organization works with partners to lower barriers to a college education and give students the support needed to succeed.

Advocacy Nonprofit Uncommon Sense Revives a Successful Podcast to Bring Light to a Broader Range of Social and Political Issues Affecting Lives Nationwide

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

DENVER, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- New advocacy nonprofit organization Uncommon Sense revives a successful podcast, rebranding it to bring light to a broad spectrum of social and political issues affecting lives across the nation. Things You Didn't Know You Wanna Know That You Should Know (Things) discusses prevalent, and sometimes painful, topics that need to be addressed from the correlation between bullying and mass shootings, integrity loss of the supreme court, voter suppression, teacher crisis, homelessness, DACA and more.

Key Points: 
  • DENVER, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- New advocacy nonprofit organization Uncommon Sense revives a successful podcast, rebranding it to bring light to a broad spectrum of social and political issues affecting lives across the nation.
  • Committed to raising awareness since its inception, Things was originally The Invisibles: The Homeless Podcast.
  • Previously associated with the nonprofit, Shelter Matters, the podcast explored all aspects of homelessness and strategized innovative solutions.
  • The featured guest is motivational speaker and soon-to-be-author, "The Almost Shooter" Aaron Stark, a victim of severe school bullying.

MPOWER Financing Names Fintech Industry Leader Robert Partlow as Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

MPOWER Financing , a mission-driven fintech firm and the leading provider of education loans to promising international and DACA students, announced today the appointment of financial services and fintech industry veteran Robert Partlow as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Key Points: 
  • MPOWER Financing , a mission-driven fintech firm and the leading provider of education loans to promising international and DACA students, announced today the appointment of financial services and fintech industry veteran Robert Partlow as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220712005153/en/
    MPOWER Financing welcomes Robert Partlow as Chief Financial Officer (Photo: Business Wire)
    Mr. Partlow brings over 30 years of diversified, hands-on experience in consumer finance and fintech.
  • Partlow managed GreenSkys 2018 IPO while he was the firms CFO and Executive Vice President from November 2014 to September 2020.
  • MPOWER Financing , headquartered in Washington, D.C., and with employees worldwide, is a mission-driven fintech company and the leading provider of global education loans.

MPOWER Financing Offers $500,000 in Scholarships to Refugee and International Students

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022

MPOWER Financing , the leading provider of education loans to promising students worldwide, announced today it is offering a series of scholarships to support refugees and international students pursuing higher education in the United States and Canada.

Key Points: 
  • MPOWER Financing , the leading provider of education loans to promising students worldwide, announced today it is offering a series of scholarships to support refugees and international students pursuing higher education in the United States and Canada.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220628005136/en/
    MPOWER Financing Offers $500,000 in Scholarships to Refugee and International Students (Photo: Business Wire)
    With the addition of the MPOWER Refugee Scholarship a new scholarship that supports refugees, asylum seekers, and other students fleeing harsh conditions from around the world MPOWERs total five-year scholarship pledge combined with that of donors has exceeded $500,000.
  • The site also provides additional information regarding other scholarships for Women in STEM, MBA students, and international, DACA, and refugee students more broadly.
  • The MPOWER team consists heavily of former international students and provides students with personal financial education and career support to prepare for life after school.

Arizona Voters' Agenda: Voters Want Functioning Border for Commerce and Immigration; Building a Wall Not a Priority

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Monday, June 27, 2022

PHOENIX, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Center for the Future of Arizona (CFA) today released its immigration findings as the final topic unveiled on the Arizona Voters' Agenda, which identifies what likely voters in the General Election want to hear about from candidates as they campaign for their votes. 

Key Points: 
  • Big Question for Candidates: "How do you define a functioning border for commerce, and what is your vision for immigration reform?"
  • Immigration has been one of the most talked-about issues so far in Arizona's Primary Election.
  • They also believe that immigration will ultimately strengthen our economy and promote border security and did not prioritize building a wall on the border of Mexico.
  • In all, 87% of likely voters support a policy priority of "Creating a functioning border for commerce and immigration."

Geneva Financial Announces New California Mortgage Branch Headed by Branch Manager Brenda Hale

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Thursday, June 9, 2022

LAKE ELSINORE, Calif., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Geneva Financial (Geneva), a direct mortgage lender operating in 46 states, has announced the opening of a new branch in Lake Elsinore, California led by Branch Manager Brenda Hale.The opening of this new branch provides opportunities for local borrowers and buyers looking to navigate the current housing market.

Key Points: 
  • LAKE ELSINORE, Calif., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Geneva Financial (Geneva), a direct mortgage lender operating in 46 states, has announced the opening of a new branch in Lake Elsinore, California led by Branch Manager Brenda Hale.The opening of this new branch provides opportunities for local borrowers and buyers looking to navigate the current housing market.
  • California Branch Manager Brenda Halestated.
  • Based out of Lake Elsinore, CA, Hale and her new branch proudly serve homebuyers throughout the state.
  • Geneva Financial Home Loans is currently expanding in all markets and seeking branch managers and loan originators across the United States looking to advance their mortgage careers .

Ascent Funding Announces Fourth Annual 50 Days of $1,000 Scholarships Giveaway

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Monday, May 23, 2022

SAN DIEGO, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascent Funding , a leader in outcomes-based lending and student success, announced the launch of its fourth annual 50 Days of $1,000 Scholarships Giveaway.

Key Points: 
  • SAN DIEGO, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascent Funding , a leader in outcomes-based lending and student success, announced the launch of its fourth annual 50 Days of $1,000 Scholarships Giveaway.
  • "Our 50 Days of $1,000 Scholarships Giveaway is back and better than ever," said Ascent's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Ken Ruggiero.
  • In addition to Ascent's 50 Days of $1,000 Scholarships Giveaway, students can also enter for a chance to win Ascent's other scholarship opportunities, such as its Community Champions Scholarship Giveaway .
  • To learn more about Ascent's 50 Days of $1,000 Scholarships Giveaway, visit www.AscentFunding.com/Summer-Scholarships-Giveaway-2022 .