LAWRENCE, Kan., Aug. 26 -- The University of Kansas issued the following news release: Twenty-four women featured on the 2010-11 University of Kansas Women of Distinction calendar will be honored Monday, Aug. 30, with a reception. The women represent faculty, staff and students. Some are recent graduates. All have distinguished achievements in their work on campus and in communities locally, regionally and abroad. The reception for the honorees and invited guests will be at 4 p.m. in the   more

GREENVILLE, S.C., Aug. 26 -- Furman University issued the following news release: It has been a Furman tradition to dedicate academic years to the celebration of a particular theme. Recently, we have celebrated the Year of the Humanities, the Year of the Sciences, and the Year of the Environment. This year we will celebrate the Year of Global Citizenship. What is global citizenship? The students, faculty and staff involved in planning the Year of Global Citizenship (YGC) have held off on defi  more

FORT COLLINS, Colo., Aug. 26 -- Colorado State University issued the following news release: As the fifth-year anniversary of Hurricane Katrina approaches on Aug. 29, Colorado State University anthropologist Kate Browne is undertaking new research on how the Gulf oil spill is impacting U.S. residents who are still recovering from the effects of 2005's Hurricane Katrina. The research is funded by the National Science Foundation. The epicenter of both disasters occurred in the same area of N  more

TRENTON, N.J., Aug. 25 -- The New Jersey Assembly's Democrats issued the following news release: The Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee will meet Thursday to begin examining state mandates on local governments that are a driving force behind property tax increases. "If done correctly, we can bring real savings to property taxpayers without spending a dime, simply by easing mandates that may no longer be serving their purpose or are simply too burdensome," said Assemblyman John   more

WALTHAM, Mass., Aug. 26 -- Bentley University issued the following news release: Bentley University faculty member Dipayan Biswas received an award from the American Marketing Association (AMA) at their Annual Summer Marketing Educators' Conference held August 13 to 16, 2010 in Boston, Massachusetts. Biswas received the Award for Best Paper in the Consumer Behavior Track at the AMA Conference for his research on how consumers might make erroneous judgments when trying to compute mathematical   more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 26 -- The office of Sen. Mary L. Landrieu, D-La., issued the following news release: United States Senator Mary L. Landrieu, D-La., today joined the Louisiana Congressional Delegation and other Louisiana community leaders in sending a letter to President Obama urging him to provide short-and long-term funding for coastal wetland restoration. The coalition reiterated a call Sen. Landrieu made earlier this month when she wrote to Senate Leadership urging their support for initi  more

SALT LAKE CITY, Aug. 26 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation issued the following news release: The Albuquerque Area Office of the Bureau of Reclamation, an agency of the Department of the Interior, has awarded a task order totaling $222,103, under an existing contract with Tetra Tech, Inc. of Albuquerque, N.M. for hydrographic data collection work along the Middle Rio Grande. The hydrographic surveys being done under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, w  more

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Aug. 26 -- The California Energy Commission issued the following news release: The California Energy Commission approved the construction of the Marsh Landing Generating Station (MLGS) power plant project in Contra Costa County. "By ensuring that this natural gas facility met all appropriate environmental, regulatory, and technical concerns, the Commission determined the energy needs of Bay Area will be balanced with protecting the local environment," said Vice Chair Ja  more

LAUREL, Md., Aug. 26 -- The office of Sen. Benjamin Cardin, D-Md., has issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Benjamin L. Cardin (D-MD) today held a press conference to highlight the important renovations that are taking place at the Patuxent Research Refuge and Patuxent Wildlife Research Center thanks to $15.5 million in funding from the Recovery Act. The renovations and improvements will ensure that the world-class research facilities will be able to continue and expand its mission  more

RICHMOND, Va., Aug. 26 -- The University of Richmond issued the following news release: OUT for Work (OFW), an organization that works to complement the total educational experience of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) students in relation to career opportunities, has awarded the University of Richmond Career Development Center a bronze ranking in its 2010 LGBTQ Career Center Certification Report. The report benchmarks the level of LGBTQ-specific career resources that c  more

HARTFORD, Conn., Aug. 26 -- The Connecticut Business and Industry Association issued the following news release: Like the rest of Connecticut, Fairfield County has been hit hard by the recession but is slowly starting to see improvements in its economy. While jobs are not returning just yet, other indicators point to a slow but steady recovery. At the Connecticut Business & Industry Association's Fairfield County Economic Summit and Outlook, top business leaders and economists will discuss  more

INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 26 -- Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis issued the following news release: N. Douglas Lees, Ph.D., one of the longest serving department chairmen in the history of IUPUI, is stepping down as leader of the Department of Biology in the School of Science. Lees' successor as chairman of the Department of Biology is Simon J. Atkinson, Ph.D., an internationally respected cell biologist and award-winning teacher, who comes to the School of Science from the India  more

PALMDALE, Calif., Aug. 26 -- The city of Palmdale issued the following news release: The City of Palmdale's parks and recreation department is offering two safe and supervised after school Fun Centers for the campuses of Desert Rose and Chaparral elementary schools located within the Palmdale School District. The fun centers will be open beginning Tuesday, Sept. 7. "Fun Centers are supervised by trained parks and recreation staff members who provide a structured environment which includes   more

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 26 -- The city of Knoxville issued the following news release: The City of Knoxville and its partners in the Knox-Area Medication Collection Program hosted one of its biggest Unwanted Medicines Collections and Used Mercury Thermometer Exchanges last Saturday at Mercy Medical Center North. "We collected over 400 pounds of medications and exchanged 271 thermometers," said John Homa, the city's Solid Waste Project Manager, "Which is an exceptional result. We had 285 par  more

HULL, England, Aug. 26 -- The Hull City Council issued the following news release: Hull History Centre will be presented a Good Mark Award from Hull Civic Society for its success since it opened and for enhancing the lives of local people. The ceremony will take place on Friday 27 August at the Hull History Centre, alongside a presentation to the centre's 30,000th visitor. The Civic Society has recognised that the Hull History Centre is already 'enhancing our lives by providing a signi  more

CLEMSON, S.C., Aug. 25 -- Clemson University issued the following news release: The Clemson University Graduate School received a record-breaking 6,082 applications for the 2010-11 academic year, a 20 percent increase over last year. The university reports 3,752 graduated students were enrolled, up from 3,600 last year. This year there are nine Fulbright Scholars from seven countries, and 10 National Science Foundation Fellows in graduate studies at Clemson. The popularity of graduate p  more

FORT COLLINS, Colo., Aug. 26 -- Colorado State University issued the following news release: Colorado State University is among the top military friendly schools in the nation, according to G.I. Jobs magazine. The 2011 list of Military Friendly Schools honors the top 15 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools that are doing the most to embrace America's veterans as students. "We are proud to be included among the top 15 percent of schools in the nation that focus on veteran stu  more

DAVIDSON, N.C., Aug. 26 -- Davidson College issued the following news release: EDITOR'S NOTE: For interviews, contact Stacey Schmeidel at 704/682-2629. Tom Ross is attending the UNC announcement today, but will be available for phone interviews today and in-person interviews in Davidson on Friday. Board of Trustees chair Mackey McDonald '68 and the vice presidents on Tom Ross' cabinet at Davidson are available for interviews today and tomorrow. Davidson College President Tom Ross has been   more

AKRON, Ohio, Aug. 26 -- The city of Akron issued the following news release: Before the sun sets on August 28, hundreds of children who come to Patterson Park in Akron will receive a great new place to play. The new playground will be fully assembled from scratch in less than eight hours with the help of more than 200 volunteers from the North Akron Baseball Association and the City of Akron, who will join the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, organizers from KaBOOM! and residents of  more

NEW DELHI, Aug. 26 -- The government of India issued the following news release from the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers: India has put in place a robust regulatory framework to deal with the disasters and accidents in the chemical industries. The regulatory framework for ensuring chemical (industrial) safety is covered under various Acts and Rules as given below:- 1. The Disaster Management Act, 2005. 2. The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, as amended, in 2006. The Manufactur  more

LAS VEGAS, Aug. 25 -- The office of Sen. John Ensign, R-Nev., issued the following news release: Senator John Ensign today addressed the importance of renewable energy and its role in national security at a Forum hosted by the United States Air Force. "Our [Nevada] geography and topography have made us a unique location for investment in renewable energy projects, especially solar energy," said Ensign. "It is for these reasons that I have worked over the years to support the development of  more

NEW YORK, Aug. 26 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: In its ongoing efforts to require Tonawanda Coke Corporation (TCC) to comply with environmental regulations, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has ordered the coke manufacturing facility to comply with its Clean Water Act permit. Among other violations, TCC is discharging industrial wastewater containing cyanide in excess of its permit limits into the town of Tonawanda's sanitary sewer sys  more

NEW YORK, Aug. 26 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today ordered Motors Liquidation Company (MLC), formerly the General Motors Corporation (GM), to remove materials and soil contaminated with polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) from portions of the General Motors Central Foundry Division Superfund site in Massena, N.Y. MLC intends to demolish several buildings at the site, a former General Motors plant, that   more

FORT MYERS, Fla., Aug. 26 -- Edison State College issued the following news release: Edison State Professors are recognized for national excellence. Humanities Chairman Dr. Russell Swanson along with Chair of Assessment and English Professor Marty Ambrose, were selected for the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) award! "It is an honor for Edison State to have such dedicated professors among its high-caliber faculty," said Dr. Steve Atkins, Vice President of  more

SOUTHWEST, Fla., Aug. 26 -- Edison State College issued the following news release: Edison State Professors are recognized for national excellence. Humanities Chairman Dr. Russell Swanson along with Chair of Assessment and English Professor Marty Ambrose, were selected for the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) award! "It is an honor for Edison State to have such dedicated professors among its high-caliber faculty," said Dr. Steve Atkins, Vice President of   more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- Rep. Bob R. Etheridge, D-N.C. (2nd CD), issued the following news release: U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington) today emphasized the importance of emergency education jobs funding recently signed into law while visiting Overhills Elementary in Harnett County, NC. He was joined by Superintendent Phil Ferrell. "Education is the key to the future for North Carolina's children, but budget cuts have forced some teachers to stay home, threatening that future," said Ether  more

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 26 -- San Diego County issued the following news release: When Fallbrook Community Center opened its doors, leg warmers and PacMan were all the rage. Fast forward 30 years and the fashions may have changed but the Center's commitment to serve the needs of an evolving community in a friendly environment has not. "This is the first community center the County ever built," said Brian Albright, Director of the County of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreation. "We are very  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 26 -- The office of Sen. Russell Feingold, D-Wis., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Russ Feingold is working to ensure full funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) to preserve and restore the Great Lakes. In a letter to the Senate Appropriations Committee, Feingold called for the Initiative to be fully funded, in a fiscally responsible manner, after the Obama administration proposed reducing funding for it next year. Funding for the GLRI is cr  more

DOVER, Del., Aug. 26 -- Delaware Department of Transportation issued the following news release: Governor Jack Markell and Transportation Secretary Carolann Wicks were joined today by Federal and state officials, and bicycle advocates at a ceremony to recognize the newly completed bike lanes on the St. Georges Bridge across the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal. Governor Markell led the excited group of cyclists on the 2.5 mile ride over the bridge and back. Senator Thomas R. Carper, Congressman  more

LANCASHIRE, England, Aug. 26 -- The Lancashire County Council issued the following news release: THE Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) has been hailed as "a shining beacon" after again receiving a prestigious international award. The AONB was re-awarded the European Charter for Sustainable Tourism in Protected Areas, which recognises sustainable tourism development work by Lancashire County Council in cooperation with a wide range of local partners and stakeholde  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., Aug. 26 -- The University of Virginia issued the following news release: Karen Van Lengen, former dean of the School of Architecture, will receive the University of Virginia's Elizabeth Zintl Leadership Award on Oct. 13. Van Lengen, William R. Kenan Jr. Professor of Architecture, will be celebrated at a reception from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the auditorium of the Harrison Institute/Small Special Collections Library. Sponsored by the U.Va. Women's Center, the Zintl Award   more

LINCOLN, Neb., Aug. 26 -- The University of Nebraska issued the following news release: Lincoln photographer Michael Forsberg will receive the Great Plains Distinguished Book Prize from the Center for Great Plains Studies and deliver the center's first 2010-11 Paul A. Olson Seminar in Great Plains Studies Sept. 8. Forsberg won the $5,000 award for "Great Plains: America's Lingering Wild," produced with noted writer Dan O'Brien, Great Plains scholar David Wishart and Pulitzer Prize-winning   more

BOSTON, Aug. 26 -- The American Chemical Society issued the following news release: Kissing a frog won't turn it into a prince -- except in fairy tales ― but frogs may be hopping toward a real-world transformation into princely allies in humanity's battle with antibiotic-resistant infections that threaten millions of people worldwide. Scientists today reported that frog skin contains natural substances that could be the basis for a powerful new genre of antibiotics. In a report at the 24  more

FROSTBURG, Md., Aug. 26 -- Frostburg State University issued the following news release: The Appalachian region's rich cultural heritage will be on display during Frostburg State University's 2010 Appalachian Festival Saturday, Sept. 18, with related events on Thursday and Friday, Sept. 16-17. Now in its fifth year, the free daytime event celebrates all that makes the region unique - its history, culture, natural environment, musical and artistic traditions, food and more. Some highlights:   more

ORLANDO, Fl., Aug. 26 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior issued the following news release: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Acting Director Rowan Gould today joined senior administration officials at a public listening session today as part of President Obama's America's Great Outdoors initiative to develop a conservation agenda for the 21st century. The listening session, one of a series taking place across the country, offers citizens the opportunities to share what they are doing in   more

ATLANTA, Aug. 26 -- Gov. Sonny Perdue, R-Ga., issued the following news release: Governor Sonny Perdue announced today that Wes Taylor, principal of Lowndes High School in Valdosta, has been named the 2011 MetLife/National Association of Secondary School Principals National High School Principal of the Year. "I am honored to congratulate Wes Taylor as the 2011 MetLife/NASSP National High School Principal of the year. Wes' extensive career of furthering the education of Georgia's children a  more

RESTON, Va., Aug. 26 -- The National Association of Secondary School Principals issued the following news release: Wesley Taylor, principal of Lowndes High School in Valdosta, GA, has been named the 2011 MetLife/National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) National High School Principal of the Year. The award was announced today at a surprise assembly at Taylor's school, attended by local dignitaries including Georgia Speaker of the House David Ralston and Georgia School Superi  more

ATLANTA, Aug. 26 -- The Georgia Department of Education issued the following news release: Governor Sonny Perdue announced today that Wes Taylor, principal of Lowndes High School in Valdosta, has been named the 2011 MetLife/National Association of Secondary School Principals National High School Principal of the Year. "I am honored to congratulate Wes Taylor as the 2011 MetLife/NASSP National High School Principal of the year. Wes' extensive career of furthering the education of Georgia's   more

EDINBURGH, Scotland, Aug. 26 -- The Scottish government issued the following news release: Glenochil is a well managed prison that provides good conditions for prisoners, according to a report by the Chief Inspector of Prisons published today. The main findings of Brigadier Hugh Monro's report are: * Conditions within the prison are generally good. * The prison environment is safe with comparatively low levels of violence. * Relationships between prisoners and staff are good.   more

VAIL, Colo., Aug. 26 -- The city of Vail issued the following news release: Gourmet on Gore, an open-air tasting of wine, beer and spirits and the finest food in the Vail Valley, is being honored by the Town of Vail with the second Sustainable Special Event Award for outstanding efforts to host an environmentally conscious event. The award is part of the Town of Vail's new "Celebrate Green!" program that requires all event producers to complete a points-based checklist to ensure compliance wi  more

JUNEAU, Alaska, Aug. 26 -- Gov. Sean Parnell issued the following news release: Governor Sean Parnell advocated today for the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Regulation and Enforcement to lift the moratorium on offshore drilling in Alaska waters. The agency held a listening session in Anchorage to collect information and views about deepwater drilling safety reforms, well containment, and oil spill response. In comments submitted to Director Michael Bromwich, Governor Parnell noted the   more

ALBANY, N.Y., Aug. 26 -- Gov. David Paterson, D-N.Y., issued the following news release: Governor David A. Paterson today opened the 164th Great New York State Fair in Syracuse, the oldest event of its kind in the country. The Fair features more than 375 acres of exhibits, rides, food and entertainment over a 12-day period from August 26th through Labor Day, Monday, September 6th. "The Great New York State Fair is conveniently located at the crossroads of Upstate New York, and is a fun, sa  more

LOS ANGELES AIR FORCE BASE, Calif., Aug. 26 -- The U.S. Air Force Space Command issued the following news release: Rockwell Collins successfully delivered 21 developed prototype Ground-Based GPS Receiver Application Module Modernized receivers developed under the Global Positioning Systems Wing's Receiver Card Development program. These GB-GRAM-M receivers have recently completed the contractor's formal qualification testing and have been delivered to support the GPSW's developmental test pha  more

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Aug. 25 -- Grand Rapids Community College issued the following news release: Grand Rapids Community College officially unveiled the GRCC DeVos Campus on Thursday, August 25, 2010 during a reception and tour event. "The Grand Rapids Community College DeVos Campus brings a new level of commitment to our community and higher education." said Dr. Steven C. Ender, President, Grand Rapids Community College. "We purchased the former Davenport campus with the premise we would   more

DANVILLE, Va., Aug. 26 -- Averett University issued the following news release: In this day and age of technology-savvy students Averett needs to be seen as a progressive and modern university. Thanks to a $33,000 grant from the J.T.-Minnie Maude Charitable Trust, the University will be able to do just that. The grant will allow Averett to create a template for classroom design that features new technology. In order to ascertain what would be the best fit for the university, a committee co  more

PETERBOROUGH, England, Aug. 26 -- The Peterborough City Council issued the following news release: A project which has pitted residents and colleagues against each other in a bid to reduce energy consumption has won a national environmental award. Peterborough City Council's climate change team has been named in the top three of the Green Apple Award's environmental best practice category based on its Peterborough Energy Challenges. Each challenge involves 60 people and requires them to r  more

NEW DELHI, Aug. 26 -- The government of India issued the following news release from the Ministry of Water Resources: The Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) has reported that decline in ground water levels in an area is a cumulative effect of ground water withdrawal for all purposes including domestic, industrial as well as agricultural sectors. As per assessment carried out by CGWB in association with the State Ground Water Departments, the share of agriculture in total ground water used in t  more

HIGH POINT, N.C., Aug. 26 -- High Point University issued the following news release: Alexis Smith, adjunct instructor in the Phillips School of Business at High Point University, was recently nominated and accepted into the 2011 Who's Who. The Who's Who is a directory of leaders and achievers from both the United States and around the world, from every significant field - including librarians, students, researchers, educators and more. Those included in the directory have been nominated.   more

BOSTON, Aug. 26 -- The International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association issued the following news release: The International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) announced the results of its June Monthly Trends Survey, which shows that leading IHRSA clubs posted a strong year-to-date performance as of June 30, 2010. Clubs also reported steady club usage and an increased number of accounts added. Overall, the IHRSA Monthly Performance Index reached 101.2, pointing to an e  more

BATON ROUGE, La., Aug. 25 -- The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality issued the following news release: More than 130 people attended the first DEQ Green Expo today at the DEQ headquarters in Baton Rouge. The Expo provided an opportunity for environmentally friendly businesses to share their information with consumers or other business owners. Nine environmentally innovative companies made presentations and there were 30 exhibiters demonstrating their businesses. The goal of the   more

LONDON, Aug. 26 - The government of England's Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs issued the following news release: Members of the fruit and vegetable industry have presented ideas for increasing production and consumption of fruit and vegetables in England. The report, by the industry-led Fruit and Vegetable Task Force, includes proposals for action by industry, as well as ideas for the Government to consider. They identify four targets to encourage people to eat more frui  more

FORT WAYNE, Ind., Aug. 26 -- Indiana University at Fort Wayne issued the following news release: Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne's (IPFW's) Center for Economic Education (CEE) in the Doermer School of Business is the recipient of the 2010 Peter V. Harrington Award for University Centers from the Indiana Council for Economic Education (ICEE). The honor comes with a $500 award to support Center programs. In a letter to CEE Director John Kessler, Harlan R. Day, executive direc  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 26 -- Rep. Paul E. Kanjorski, D-Pa. (11th CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Paul E. Kanjorski (PA-11) announced that the U.S. Department of State (DoS) and the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) are looking for a location to build a new facility to train about 10,000 diplomatic security trainees annually, and property in Luzerne County is receiving serious consideration for the site. If the local site is chosen for the project, the facility could bri  more

OMAHA, Neb., Aug. 26 -- Creighton University issued the following news release: Creighton University's Department of Fine and Performing Arts (http://www.creighton.edu/ccas/fineandperformingarts/) will host an art installation and lecture series, titled "Watered Down," Sept. 17 - Oct. 15, at the University's Lied Education Center for Performing Arts Gallery (http://www.creighton.edu/liedgallery). The lectures and installation address social, economic and environmental issues surrounding a   more

BATON ROUGE, La., Aug. 26 -- Louisiana State University issued the following news release: The Department of Transportation and Development, or DOTD, recently announced that researchers at the Louisiana Transportation Research Center's Transportation Training and Education Center, or LTRC - TTEC, collaborating with LSU's School of Human Resource Education and Workforce Development and the Louisiana Immersive Technology Enterprise, or LITE, predict a new virtual training method they developed   more

PETERBOROUGH, England, Aug. 26 -- The Peterborough City Council issued the following news release: A man has been sent to prison for two and a half years after one of the largest ever hauls of counterfeit goods worth £600,000 was discovered by Peterborough City Council's trading standards at a city business unit. The seizure of the counterfeit oil drilling equipment worth in the region of £600,000 in January 2009 is believed to be one of the largest ever hauls seized by trading standard  more

NEW DELHI, Aug. 26 -- The government of India issued the following news release from the Ministry of Earth Science: The Ministry of Earth Sciences noticed the ever increasing threat of pollution through sea like oil spill and hazardous chemical leakage due to unforeseen circumstances. During XIth Plan, development of oil spill models is being carried out at selected locations along the Indian coast. The model helps in predicting the trajectory and fate of spilled oil in the marine environment  more

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., Aug. 25 -- The Missouri Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: The Missouri Air Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting Aug. 26 in West Plains. At the meeting, the commission will vote on adopting a proposed amendment to rule 10 CSR 10-6.020, also referred to as the Definitions and Common Reference Tables rule. This proposed amendment will, among other things, add two compounds, propylene carbonate and dimethyl carbonate, to the l  more

MORRIS, Minn., Aug. 25 -- University of Minnesota Morris issued the following news release: Local foods make Naomi Wente's mouth water, and when someone brings up the topic of fresh, organic, juicy fruits and vegetables, the University of Minnesota, Morris sophomore from Dodge Center says she shivers with anticipation. Wente loves healthy foods, and she's a perfect fit to serve as a Morris Healthy Eating Initiative (MHE) student leader. She's a volunteer and member of the Pomme de Terre (PdT)  more

FLINT, Mich., Aug. 26 -- The Charles Stewart Mott Foundation issued the following news release: Leaders of the Great Lakes states have successfully partnered in the past to achieve shared goals, as evidenced by the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement and the Great Lakes Compact. With this $500,000 grant to the Great Lakes Commission, the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation is helping leaders come together again to prevent a common foe - the Asian carp - from threatening the Great Lakes' ecosystem  more

STILLWATER, Okla., Aug. 26 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news release: The Rise program in the OSU Center for Early Childhood Teaching and Learning Laboratories in the College of Human Environmental Sciences received a gift recently of $60,000 from the Mya Gonzales Foundation that will provide specialized therapies for children living with developmental delays. Scott Jones, president of the foundation's board of directors, presented the check to CHES Dean Stephan Wilson  more

SUPERIOR, Wis., Aug. 26 -- The Conservation Fund issued the following news release: Douglas County and The Conservation Fund announced today the protection of 3,995 acres along the Nemadji River, safeguarding habitat for a variety of fish and wildlife, enhancing the quality of local water resources and providing recreational opportunities for residents and visitors. "These are incredible additions to public lands in Wisconsin that will now be preserved and enjoyed for generations to come,"  more

RENO, Nev., Aug. 26 -- The University of Nevada issued the following news release: There is still much that is unknown about autism spectrum disorders, but a University of Nevada, Reno psychologist has added to the body of knowledge that researchers around the world are compiling to try to demystify, prevent and treat the mysterious condition. "Autism is a unique developmental disability," states Jeffrey Hutsler, assistant professor of psychology at the University of Nevada, Reno, who rece  more

STAUNTON, Va., Aug. 26 -- Mary Baldwin College issued the following news release: Mary Baldwin College is celebrating the arrival of Majestad V, a sculpture by internationally recognized artist Betty Gold, an installation that celebrates the connection between art and nature. Gold joined faculty and staff August 25 to dedicate the sculpture and newly sprouted native grasses and flowers on Cannon Hill. The college hopes that the combination of the sculpture and the native meadow will con  more

CORONA, N.M., Aug. 26 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: The public is invited to a ceremony Sept. 28 in Corona for the groundbreaking of a facility that, when completed, will provide a richer learning environment for New Mexico State University students through distance education, field trips and support for graduate research projects. The first phase of the Southwest Center for Rangeland Sustainability, located on the Corona Range and Livestock Research Cen  more

LONDON, Aug. 26 - The government of England's Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs issued the following news release: The water regulator Ofwat will be reviewed to ensure it is fit for future challenges, the Government announced today. The process will examine how the industry regulator works, whether it offers good value for money and if it is delivering what the Government and customers expect. The economic regulator was set up 20 years ago, at the time the water industry w  more

ROCHESTER, Mich., Aug. 26 -- Oakland University issued the following news release: Starting a college education can be an overwhelming experience in many ways, and often, students will succeed or fail depending on how well they can adjust to a new and very demanding lifestyle. The good news for underrepresented students enrolling at Oakland University is that a tremendous array of resources is available through the Center for Multicultural Initiatives. Many first-year students learn abo  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 26 -- The Outdoor Advertising Association of America issued the following news release: In the first seven months of 2010, the outdoor advertising industry recycled 1.56 million pounds of the PE (polyethylene) substrate on which billboards are printed. This represents a better than 100 percent increase over recycling in 2009, the first year in which the industry engaged in a coordinated recycling program. "This is important to our advertisers, to our companies, and to the   more

BELLE GLADE, Fla., Aug. 26 -- Palm Beach Community College issued the following news release: Palm Beach State College will officially celebrate the opening of its first "green" building with three days of festivities Sept. 16-18 including a Family Fun Day for the community. The two-story, 33,982-square-foot Technical Education Center is the first new building constructed on the Belle Glade campus in more than 30 years. While other new or recently renovated buildings at Palm Beach State co  more

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Aug. 26 -- The city of College Station issued the following news release: The Bryan and College Station Police Departments would like to remind its citizens of the importance of safety while walking or riding a bicycle on public roadways. The old saying that pedestrians have the right of way is a myth. Pedestrians have the right of way only in crosswalks. Bicycles must share the road with cars, busses and motorcycles. In addition, bicycles must obey traffic laws just l  more

YORK, Pa., Aug. 26 -- Pennsylvania State University at York issued the following news release: Protecting the environment has become a top priority around the world and because the green building field is rapidly changing, Penn State York Continuing Education will offer Green Advantage training and certification on Tuesday, Oct. 19, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at the campus. The certification exam is set for Oct. 26 from 8 - 10 a.m. Green Advantage is a commercial construction program designed for   more

RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 26 -- The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Wildlife Resources issued the following news release: The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission approved the peregrine season at its Aug. 25 meeting. The season for permitted take begins Sept. 20 and runs through Oct. 20, and is restricted to that portion of North Carolina east of U.S. Hwy. 17. North Carolina resident and nonresident falconers can now apply for a permit for the live take o  more

CINCINNATI, Aug. 26 -- University of Cincinnati issued the following news release: Anthony J. Perzigian will step down as Provost on Sept. 1, after serving in that role since December 1998. The provost is the University of Cincinnati's chief academic officer and reports directly to the president. The provost provides leadership as UC fulfills its mission as a premier, public, urban research university by promoting academic excellence, innovation, and community service across programs and d  more

ERIE, Pa., Aug. 26 -- Mercyhurst College issued the following news release: While Erie remains embroiled in the community college issue, grappling for answers to vital questions, one man whose vision has been to provide a quality college preparatory education for poor inner-city youth has found success through innovation. That man, the Rev. Father John Foley of Chicago, will tell his story at Mercyhurst College on Wednesday, Sept. 8, when he kicks off the college's yearlong observance: "Th  more

PITTSBURGH, Aug. 26 -- La Roche College issued the following news release: La Roche College is pleased to announce the next installment of the widely popular series that's valuable to anyone who works in the business environment - especially human resource professionals - the Professional Development Series IX. Presented by the Department of Human Resources Management and the Office of Graduate Studies & Adult Education, the seminars take place on the La Roche College McCandless Township main  more

BOSTON, Aug. 26 -- The American Chemical Society issued the following news release: Tests of the potential vaccine against "Ich" ― the dreaded "white-spot" disease that plagues fish in commercial fish farms, public aquariums, pet fish retail outlets, and home aquariums ― are raising hopes for finally controlling the disease, scientists reported here today at the 240th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society (ACS). "Outbreaks of the parasitic disease caused by Ichthyophthirius  more

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind., Aug. 26 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: Purdue University researchers have developed a technology that has the potential to more quickly identify food-borne pathogens, aiding U.S. homeland security officials in responding to a bioterrorist attack or other emergencies. The research team, which is based at Discovery Park's Bindley Bioscience Center, has received a $1.3 million seed grant from the National Institutes of Health's National Institute  more

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 26 -- The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation issued the following news release: The Department of Environment and Conservation's Division of Solid Waste Management is accepting applications for recycling equipment grants. Grant applications are due Oct. 8, 2010. Recycling equipment grants are available to local governments and non-profit organizations working with local governments. Grant funds may be used to purchase key pieces of equipment to est  more

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF RICHARDSON, Alaska, Aug. 26 -- The U.S. Air Force Reserve Command issued the following news release: Pilots flying sorties during Red Flag-Alaska can expect long days filled with mission planning, preflight briefings and post-flight briefings. Maj. Chad Feucht, 302nd Fighter Squadron F-22 pilot, is fulfilling his Air Force Reserve Command flying commitment during the realistic 10-day air combat training exercise. At the same time, he is performing his civilian job as t  more

CHAPEL HILL, N.C., Aug. 26 -- The University of North Carolina-Charlotte issued the following news release: Thomas W. Ross, President of Davidson College and a former North Carolina Superior Court judge and foundation executive, was today (August 26) unanimously elected president of the 17-campus University of North Carolina during a specially called meeting of the UNC Board of Governors. G. Leroy Lail of Hickory, chairman of the 13-member Search Committee charged with bringing one or more ca  more

LEICESTER, England, Aug. 26 -- The Leicestershire County Council issued the following news release: A busy Leicestershire roundabout is set to get its own cycle lane to boost pedal power and cut accidents. A dedicated green route is due to be put in around the Alan Moss Road/Epinal Way island in Loughborough as part of an £87,000 package of measures designed by the County Council. The improvements have been sparked by a recent study showing that of the 10 injury-accidents over the las  more

TRENTON, N.J., Aug. 26 -- The New Jersey Assembly Republicans issued the following news release: Assemblyman Scott Rudder, R-Burlington, issued the following statement regarding today's Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee's hearing on unfunded mandates imposed on local governments: "Unfunded mandates - from the extensive lower income housing mandates to the seemingly minor ones such as the state dictating how municipalities must submit documents - are the top drivers of property  more

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Aug. 26 -- The city of Santa Monica issued the following news release: Santa Monica city officials announced their commitment to protecting Southern California beaches and the Pacific Ocean from plastic marine debris by moving ahead with plans to ban single use plastic bags if AB 1998, The Single-Use Bag Reduction Act does not pass the Legislature. Santa Monica joined with leaders in Los Angeles County and Manhattan Beach, who made similar announcements today. AB 1998  more

BRONXVILLE, N.Y., Aug. 26 -- Sarah Lawrence College issued the following news release: Sarah Lawrence College is developing an environmental studies program with an eye to turning out graduates prepared to contribute to the public conversation about a sustainable environmental future as writers, artists, advocates, and practitioners. Supported by a planning grant from the Mellon Foundation, the College is pursuing an agenda to build upon its interdisciplinary pedagogy to create a cadre of cre  more

CORVALLIS, Ore., Aug. 26 -- Oregon State University issued the following news release: Much of the world's electronic waste is being shipped to China for recycling and the cottage industry that has sprung up there to recover usable materials from computers, cell phones, televisions and other goods may be creating significant health and environmental hazards. Scientists from China and the United States have identified numerous toxic elements in the emissions from an e-waste recycling worksh  more

MADISON, Wis., Aug. 25 -- The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development issued the following news release: Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Secretary Roberta Gassman today announced a $463,488 Wisconsin Industry Partnership grant to train workers for biofuel production in Northern Wisconsin, further advancing Governor Doyle's agenda to grow the state's clean energy economy. "This training grant is another example of Governor Doyle's strategic investments to help Wisconsin crea  more

MILLIGAN, Tenn., Aug. 26 -- Milligan College issued the following news release: Dr. Chap Clark, a nationally known adolescent and family scholar, will present a pair of seminars on effective parenting and adolescent culture on Friday, Sept. 10, and Saturday, Sept. 11, at Grace Fellowship Church in Johnson City. He will also speak at Milligan College's Seeger Memorial Chapel on Thursday, Sept. 9, at 11 a.m. The seminars are hosted by Grace Fellowship, Milligan and 88.3 WCQR. Registration fo  more

NEW DELHI, Aug. 26 -- The government of India issued the following news release from the Ministry of Tribal Affairs: Shri Kanti Lal Bhuria, the Minister of Tribal Affairs has taken a serious note of the complaints received in the Ministry that some Scheduled Tribe persons living in National Parks and Sanctuaries are being forced to leave these areas without their rights getting settled. The Minister has written to the Chief Ministers of Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, Madhya  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 26 -- The National Science Foundation issued the following news release: Large changes in the sun's energy output may drive unexpectedly dramatic fluctuations in Earth's outer atmosphere. Results of a study published today link a recent, temporary shrinking of a high atmospheric layer with a sharp drop in the sun's ultraviolet radiation levels. The research, led by scientists at the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder, Colo., and the University of  more

LANSING, Mich., Aug. 26 -- The Michigan Department of Energy, Labor and Economic Growth issued the following news release: Siemens Industry Inc. Metallurgical Services in Benton Harbor received the CET Gold Award today from the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) for an outstanding safety and health record. The MIOSHA program is part of the Michigan Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth (DELEG). The MIOSHA Consultation Education and Training (CET) Divisi  more

SIMI VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 25 -- The city of Simi Valley issued the following news release: Kingsbridge International, a Chatsworth importer and wholesaler of houseware and giftware products, recently closed escrow on two buildings on Madera Road. The transaction, which includes the acquisition of a 135,683 square foot distribution building and a 72,810 square foot office building, will result in Kingsbridge International relocating their corporate offices as well as their warehousing and dist  more

PALATKA, Fla., Aug. 26 -- St. Johns River Community College issued the following news release: While St. Augustine may be known for its artistic environment, one local college professor has earned her own reputation for cultivating a similar appreciation for the arts. Over the last 32 years, Nona Mitchell Asconi has taught thousands of St. Johns River Community College students the history of the arts. The humanities professor retired this summer as one of the College's most senior faculty me  more

AKRON, Ohio, Aug. 26 -- University of Akron issued the following news release: Bulldozers, cranes and workers have been as much a part of The University of Akron New Landscape for Learning as students have since it was announced in 2000 by then-new president Luis M. Proenza and the UA Board of Trustees. Ten years later, the quest continues - five new projects are making their campus debuts this fall, including a new residence hall, parking deck, soccer field, a state-of-the-art National Polym  more

MANHATTAN, Kan., Aug. 27 -- Kansas State University issued the following news release: The National Science Foundation has awarded $1.176 million over two years to Kansas' three research universities to upgrade a shared data network. The collaboration involves Kansas State University, the University of Kansas and Wichita State University, and will better connect the state's educational institutions. The funded project, called "Prairie Light: Next Generation Optical Networking for Mid Co  more

OKLAHOMA CITY, Aug. 26 -- The Oklahoma Department of Education issued the following weekly message from the state superintendent: For many in my generation, the image of a school bully was akin to the character of Lumpy Rutherford or even Eddie Haskell from Leave it to Beaver. Bullies back then swiped lunch money, passed hateful notes or played cruel practical jokes on unsuspecting children. But as our society has changed, so has bullying. It is an increasingly serious problem with someti  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 26 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Environment & Natural Resources Division issued the following news release: Air Products LLC has agreed to pay $1.485 million in civil penalties to resolve hazardous waste mismanagement violations at its Pasadena, Texas, chemical manufacturing facility, the Justice Department, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the state of Texas announced today. The settlement resolves Air Products' Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCR  more

NEW DELHI, Aug. 26 -- The government of India issued the following news release from the Ministry of Earth Science: The oil spill causes deleterious effects on marine environment including marine organisms (living resources). The places along Indian coastal areas having greater threat are: (i) Gulf of Kachchh; (ii) Mumbai; (iii) Mangalore; (iv) Kochi; (v) Visakhapatnam; (vi) Chennai; (vii) Tuticorin; (viii) Paradip; (ix) Hooghly; (x) Lakshadweep; and (xi) Port Blair. The occurrence of m  more

CHAPEL HILL, N.C., Aug. 26 -- The University of North Carolina issued the following news release: Thomas W. Ross, President of Davidson College and a former North Carolina Superior Court judge and foundation executive, was today (August 26) unanimously elected president of the 17-campus University of North Carolina during a specially called meeting of the UNC Board of Governors. G. Leroy Lail of Hickory, chairman of the 13-member Search Committee charged with bringing one or more candidates b  more

ARGONNE, Ill., Aug. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory issued the following news release: Two researchers from the U.S. Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory have been recognized for outstanding achievement. Jorge Alvarado was honored by the Hispanic Engineer National Achievement Awards Corporation (HENAAC), and Monica Regalbuto was named one of the 2010 Powerful Hispanics in Energy by the editors of Hispanic Engineer & Information Technology (HE&IT  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 26 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Justice Department today announced that Air Products LLC has agreed to pay nearly $1.5 million in civil penalties to resolve hazardous waste mismanagement violations at its Pasadena, Texas chemical manufacturing facility. The settlement resolves Air Products' Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) violations in transferring spent acid  more

TUSCALOOSA, Ala., Aug. 26 -- The University of Alabama issued the following news release: A University of Alabama molecular biologist will soon bring dozens of tiny, transparent animals who live in Gulf Coast waters back to his campus laboratory as part of an effort to better understand the oil spill's long-term impact on the coastal environment and creatures living there. The National Science Foundation awarded Dr. Matthew Jenny, assistant professor of biological sciences at UA, a researc  more

GRAND FORKS, N.D., Aug. 26 -- University of North Dakota issued the following news release: Dr. Robert Boyd, vice president of student affairs at the University of North Dakota, today received the first Dr. Robert H. Boyd Healthy UND Champion Award for his career-long achievements related to health and wellness. The award--named in honor of Boyd--was presented to him at a special ceremony following Thursday's Celebrate Healthy UND luncheon by Jerry Bulisco, former UND associate dean of studen  more

BUFFALO, N.Y., Aug. 26 -- The State University of New York at Buffalo issued the following news release: Today the University at Buffalo (UB) launched a new partnership with Zipcar Inc., providing the campus with access to the world's leading car-sharing service. The cost-effective and convenient transportation option is now available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to all students, faculty and staff members, ages 18 and older. Zipcar is an environmentally friendly alternative that supports  more

SAN MARCOS, Texas, Aug. 26 -- Texas State University issued the following news release: Texas State University-San Marcos dedicated the new Nursing Building on the Round Rock campus Aug. 26 and celebrated the opening of the St. David's School of Nursing by welcoming the inaugural class of 98 nursing students. The St. David's School of Nursing is part of the College of Health Professions, established at Texas State in 1972. School of Nursing Facts "The nursing faculty and staff have w  more

ATHENS, Ga., Aug. 26 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news release: By Kat Gilmore Five veterinarians, pursing advanced research training through doctoral or post-doctoral programs, were honored recently at the 10th annual Merial-NIH Veterinary Scholars National Symposium, hosted by the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. The five finalists for the Young Investigator Award were among 402 people who traveled to the University of Georgia for the symposiu  more

KINGSTON, R.I., Aug. 26 -- The University of Rhode Island issued the following news release: The University of Rhode Island's popular Honors Colloquium series returns this fall to explore key issues of race. Considering the prominence of race in current events such as immigration reform, racial profiling, and affirmative action, this year's colloquium is intended to foster and further ongoing, public dialogs about race. The semester-long series is free and open to the public, offering near  more

LIBERTY, Mo., Aug. 25 -- William Jewell College issued the following news release: Washington Monthly magazine has named William Jewell College to its list of nationally ranked liberal arts colleges that contribute to the public good. Jewell claimed the number 89 position out of 252 similar schools based on measures of social mobility, research and service. The College was the highest ranked institution in Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Arkansas. "Calling attention to these servi  more

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 26 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: Navigating the Angelo & Jennette Volpe Library at Tennessee Tech University this semester may require a bit more help than usual, but the payoff is big. Work is already under way to create TTU's learning commons on the library's second floor entrance level by August 2011. The commons will become a modern, collaborative learning environment filled with the latest technology delivering blis  more

TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 26 -- The University of South Florida issued the following news release: By Jenna Withrow, USF.edu News Writer For the past week, new and returning students have relished in the 100 plus events offered through the University of South Florida's Week of Welcome (WOW). Each day of WOW has brought students the opportunity to connect with the campus and their fellow Bulls. From beach bonanzas and bicycle tours to Kick-Offs and kickball, WOW events have run the gamut. But  more

GRINNELL, Iowa, Aug. 26 -- Grinnell College issued the following news release: Writers@Grinnell will open its fall semester program with a reading by fiction writer and faculty member Jeremy Jackson on Thurs., Sept. 9 at 8 p.m. in Room 101 of the Joe Rosenfield '25 Center on the Grinnell College campus. Jackson, who teaches fiction writing at Grinnell, has written two novels, "Life at These Speeds" and "In Summer," plus three cookbooks, one of which was nominated for the James Beard award.  more

PARKERSBURG, W.Va., Aug. 26 -- West Virginia University at Parkersburg issued the following news release: West Virginia University at Parkersburg's Process Technology Certificate (http://www.wvup.edu/Academics/technology/process_tech.htm) program is the recipient of nearly $500,000 in state grants. "This represents a strong commitment that process technicians are vitally important to the Mid-Ohio Valley," noted Dr. Rhonda Richards, senior vice president for academic affairs, noted. "Our  more

HOBOKEN, N.J., Aug. 26 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news release: The Class of 2014 will soon be arriving on college campuses throughout America, bringing with them the hopes and dreams of classes that preceded them. However, in the aftermath of the Great Recession, parents who are sending their children to college may be wondering "Is a college education in 2010 adequately preparing my child for the type of jobs that will be available in the future?" The answ  more