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Kaitlyn Byrd discovered her love for music after becoming a Henderson student
01/31/24
Q&A
Can you please introduce yourself and share a bit about your background and the major you’re pursuing?
My name is Kaitlyn Byrd. I’m from Malvern, and I’m a junior vocal music education major.
Are you a first-generation college student?
Yes, I -
LSU Chemical Engineering Faculty Receive Patent for Oil Spill Management Technology
01/31/24
LSU Chemical Engineering Associate Professor Bhuvnesh Bharti and his former graduate student Jin Gyun Lee have been issued a patent for their technology which utilizes lignin nanoparticles to provide an eco-friendly method for oil spill cleanup. It’s the first patent awarded to an LSU College of E -
UAA receives $46M from Department of Homeland Security to lead Arctic homeland security
01/30/24
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) anticipates funding the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) $46 million over the next ten years to lead a consortium of U.S. academic institutions and partners for the newly established Arctic Domain Awareness C -
Top Security Posture Vulnerabilities Revealed
01/30/24
Each New Year introduces a new set of challenges and opportunities for strengthening our cybersecurity posture. It's the nature of the field – the speed at which malicious actors carry out advanced persistent threats brings a constant, evolving battle for cyber resilience. The excitement in c -
LSU-LED TEAM WINS LARGEST GRANT EVER AWARDED BY U.S. NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION by KRISTINE C. SANDERS
01/29/24
Highly competitive NSF Engines grant will provide up to $160 million to support Louisiana’s energy industry, create jobs and develop the energy workforce.
A statewide effort led by LSU with more than 50 public and private partners has won the largest and most competitive grant ever awar -
UMaine celebrates future teachers with inaugural pinning ceremony
01/29/24
Like many states, Maine struggles with teacher shortages. At the same time, fewer college students nationwide are choosing to major in education.
Despite these trends, the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development — the state’s largest educator preparation and tra -
Top French university bans use of ChatGPT to prevent plagiarism by Geert De Clercq
01/27/24
Sciences Po, one of France's top universities, has banned the use of ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence-based chatbot that can generate coherent prose, to prevent fraud and plagiarism.
ChatGPT is a free programme that generates original text about virtually any subject in response t -
Microsoft Warns of Widening APT29 Espionage Attacks Targeting Global Orgs
01/26/24
Microsoft on Thursday said the Russian state-sponsored threat actors responsible for a cyber attack on its systems in late November 2023 have been targeting other organizations and that it's currently beginning to notify them.
The development comes a day after Hewlett Packard Enterpr -
Rwandan painter re-energizes Atrium Gallery as a forum for art
01/26/24
A new chapter for the Atrium Gallery at the University of Southern Maine’s Lewiston-Auburn Campus opened with a message of healing.
The paintings by Frederick Ndabaramiye are bright in color and tone, depicting happy memories of his childhood in Rwanda. Their creation helped him emerge -
How to Use Google Duet AI Generative Artificial Intelligence to Develop Applications Faster by Manuel Lemos
01/25/24
1. Why Generative Artificial Intelligence Can Help Developers to Deliver Software Projects Faster
Generative artificial intelligence is an evolution of the implementation of artificial intelligence algorithms that can take queries as text that expresses requests in natural language and returns -
UArizona Gem and Mineral Museum unveils rare specimen donated by renowned collector By Emily Litvack
01/25/24
A massive specimen of the rare mineral stibnite, donated by Robert Lavinsky, a world-renowned mineral collector, science education advocate and longtime supporter of the University of Arizona, was unveiled today at the UArizona Alfie Norville Gem and Mineral Museum.
Extracted in 2003 from -
Black History Month Celebrations Planned for A-State Campus
01/25/24
JONESBORO – A series of events are planned in February for Black History Month on the campus of Arkansas State University. The theme this year is "African Americans and the Arts: It's Ours to Tell."
A Black History Month Kick-off will be held on Thursday, Feb. 1, from 11 -
leadHERship workshops kick off at San Luis Learning Center
01/25/24
Scholarships available for ten outstanding participants
San Luis, AZ (January 25, 2024) – The Arizona Western College San Luis Learning Center is proud to announce the launch of leadHERship, an initiative focused on fostering gender equality and empowerment within the community.
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Tech Giant HP Enterprise Hacked by Russian Hackers Linked to DNC Breach
01/25/24
Jan 25, 2024NewsroomCyber Attack / Data Breach
Russian Hackers
Hackers with links to the Kremlin are suspected to have infiltrated information technology company Hewlett Packard Enterprise's (HPE) cloud email environment to exfiltrate mailbox data.
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FTC to probe big tech firms on AI deals By Alexandra Kelley
01/25/24
The Federal Trade Commission announced its new investigation into five big tech companies regarding their partnerships with both generative artificial intelligence and cloud service providers.
Companies Alphabet, Amazon.com, Anthropic, Microsoft, and OpenAI will all be subject to the FTC -
Why South Dakota wants to be a leader in quantum computing by Bart Pfankuch
01/24/24
The Legislature is considering a $6M plan to introduce teaching and research on the latest supercomputers at four universities. ‘We need to be in the game.’
Four public South Dakota universities would start offering research and training in an emerging field of technology that promise -
Roaring with Pride at 75 by Michelle R. Eubanks
01/23/24
On January 19, the institution marked the 75th anniversary of the University of North Alabama student mascot, Leo the Lion. It’s an anniversary that takes place just after the University commemorates 194 years as the state’s oldest public four-institution.
Then, as it is now, the ide -
UA Part of National Effort to Turn Research into Economic Growth
01/23/24
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The University of Alabama is one of 18 institutions across the nation chosen for the first-ever investment to accelerate the translation of academic research into solutions with societal and economic impact that grow the nation’s economy.
The United States National -
40,000 Attacks in 3 Days: Critical Confluence RCE Under Active Exploitation
01/23/24
Malicious actors have begun to actively exploit a recently disclosed critical security flaw impacting Atlassian Confluence Data Center and Confluence Server, within three days of public disclosure.
Tracked as CVE-2023-22527 (CVSS score: 10.0), the vulnerability impacts out-of-date version -
ASU Space Collective connects businesses and researchers to lead the space economy By Mikala Kass
01/22/24
Businesses in the aerospace industry have a new way to connect, advance shared goals and leverage Arizona’s economy.
Arizona State University's Space Collective engages a growing coalition of organizations that seek out talent, space assets and experts across ASU and Arizona.
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The Role of Technology in German Education by Yesgermany
01/22/24
The educational landscape is being redefined by technology, as online resources and digital tools become more prevalent. In Germany, renowned for its dedication to academic excellence, practical skills, and decentralized education system, these advances bring both potential and dilemmas. This articl -
Schools in Ukraine's Kharkiv go underground amid Russian bombardments By: Gulliver CRAGG
01/22/24
Since the start of the year, Russia has been increasing its strikes on Kharkiv, Ukraine's second city. After almost two years of war, the city's inhabitants have been adapting to their new way of life across all areas. School, for instance, has been held almost exclusively online as many b -
Ransomware Actor Uses TeamViewer To Gain Initial Access to Networks by Jai Vijayan
01/22/24
TeamViewer is software that organizations have long used to enable remote support, collaboration, and access to endpoint devices. Like other legitimate remote access technologies, it is also something that attackers have used with relative frequency to gain initial access on target systems. -
At VA, cloud is still emerging tech By Adam Mazmanian
01/19/24
For most technologists, the emergence of generative artificial intelligence is the next big thing, but for Kurt DelBene, the top tech official at the Department of Veterans Affairs, it’s the shift to the cloud.
"Maybe I'm the old guy thinking that the trend that was the last -
UNA’s MBA Program Once Again Largest in Alabama by Michelle R. Eubanks
01/18/24
FLORENCE, AL – The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at the University of North Alabama is, once again, the largest in the State of Alabama. With 942 students enrolled from Fall 2023, it is larger than the next four-year institution by more than 100 students.
“The stabi -
Esports hits all the right buttons
01/18/24
A breakout fall season has the University of Southern Maine’s Esports players poised to level up in spring competition.
Esports is short for electronic sports. Participants play video games competitively. It’s one of several club sports offered at USM through the Office of Student Aff -
University of Mobile Hosts ‘UM Day’ Feb. 16 with $2,000 Scholarship Offer Kathy Dean
01/18/24
MOBILE, Ala. – The University of Mobile invites potential students to “Experience the Difference” of UM’s Christ-centered higher education and earn a $2,000 scholarship for visiting campus on an upcoming UM Day. The next UM Day is set for Friday, Feb. 16.
UM Days give potential st -
Arizona State University collaboration with OpenAI charts the future of AI in higher education by Nikai Salcido
01/18/24
ASU community will explore the possibilities of ChatGPT Enterprise to enhance teaching, learning and discovery
TEMPE, Ariz., Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Arizona State University will be the first higher education institution to collaborate with OpenAI, the AI research and deployment com -
Can dental plaque be used to strengthen soils? By Addison DeHaven
01/18/24
A new National Science Foundation-backed project from South Dakota State University will explore if biofilms made from dental plaque can help improve the stability of problematic soils.
In South Dakota, "problematic soils" — soils whose physical properties have the potential t -
AWC presents pianist Victor Rosenbaum in concert
01/18/24
Performance will feature works by Mozart, Brahms, Chopin, and Schubert
Yuma, AZ (January 18, 2024) – The Arizona Western College Visual and Performing Arts Department will present internationally-known, American pianist Victor Rosenbaum in concert on Thursday, Feb. 29.
The p -
A new world of VR: ASU hosts first-ever Immersive Innovation Summit By Marshall Terrill
01/18/24
Virtual reality is not new to academia, but it has entered a new realm.
The leap from virtual to extended reality is paving the way for a new kind of narrative-driven learning that can be scaled to meet the growing demands of industry and the next-generation workforce like never before. -
OpenAI launches first university partnership, providing full ChatGPT enterprise access to ASU BY Preston Fore
01/18/24
OpenAI is investing in the future of students. On Thursday, the company announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with Arizona State University, giving the school access to ChatGPT Enterprise.
As part of the partnership, the school plans to use the platform in its teaching, research, and -
How to Prep for a Law School InterviewEducation by Jarek Rutz
01/17/24
Understand the interview format, know your application materials well and do practice interviews, experts advise.
Admissions interviews are a way law schools gauge the fit of a prospective student.
This means identifying some of their strengths from previous academic and social -
Canada's planned curbs on overseas student work may hurt tight job market By Wa Lone
01/17/24
Canada's planned curbs on work by international students could spark shortages of temporary workers in food services and retail industries as employers are wrestling with a tight labour market and wage inflation in some pockets of the economy.
Last month, Canadian Immigration Ministe -
Taylor says "love of teaching" should be the motivating factor for education majors
01/12/24
Dr. Kenneth Taylor
Please briefly introduce yourself and your background in education.
My name is Kenneth Taylor. I am currently the director of Teacher Education Experiences and Director of Health, Education, and Social Sustainability graduate programs. I have been at Henderson 23 y -
Researchers and Data Managers Gather for UVM Libraries' Day of Data
01/12/24
From storage to management, the campus-wide event brought UVM disciplines together for the love of data
The University of Vermont’s first-ever Day of Data brought together a room full of researchers and data managers to talk shop. At the all-day event on Tuesday, January 9, in the Water -
Praising Harold Franklin's legacy, Auburn commemorates 60 years of integration by: Amy Weaver
01/09/24
The Samford Hall bell tolled precisely 10 times at 2:20 p.m. on Jan. 4.
The moment may have confused those not aware of the significance, but it made sense for a small group gathered in the circular brick courtyard near the desegregation marker.
Auburn University Pr -
Zimbabwe's surging internet costs wreak havoc on small businesses by Farai Shawn Matiashe profile picture Farai Shawn Matiashe
01/09/24
What’s the context?
Data is too expensive for many Zimbabweans, hampering entrepreneurs and remote workers and causing a headache for students
Data price hike hits entrepreneurs, remote workers
Surging costs deepen digital divide, campaigners say
Governm -
Have 10 hours? IBM will train you in AI fundamentals - for free by David Gewirtz
01/06/24
Long before ChatGPT blasted onto the scene and sucked all the air out of the room, there was IBM Watson. Watson itself blasted to fame when, in 2011, it beat reigning champion Ken Jennings on the TV game show Jeopardy.
Fun fact: ZDNET's own Steven J. Vaughn-Nichols was once a clue on -
Remote workers actually aren’t more productive. Will bosses finally call them back in this year? by Don Lee
01/06/24
These days, it looks like the bloom is coming off the rose for remote work: Many employers are talking tougher. New research shows employees are actually less productive when they work from home full-time. And, with the tight job market starting to slacken, some predict 2024 will be the year employe -
The Future of EdTech: Key Trends Shaping the Landscape in 2023 and Beyond by Juan D. Ramirez
01/05/24
Educational technology, or edtech, has made significant strides in recent years, fueled by technological advancements and increasing demand for accessible and engaging learning experiences. With the global ed-tech market projected to hit over $460 billion by 2026, staying ahead of the curve and unde -
Seizing the Edutech Opportunity: Empowering Your Workforce with a Next-Generation LMS
01/05/24
The tide of educational technology (Edutech) is rising, and its impact on the corporate landscape is undeniable. No longer a niche domain, Edutech is empowering organizations to reskill and upskill their workforce – a crucial differentiator in today's hypercompetitive environment. This transf -
Educational community of La Rioja (Argentina) analyzes the implementation of UNESCO projects on evaluation and teacher support
01/05/24
During the last week of November 2023, UNESCO held a virtual educational meeting that brought together teachers and administrators from 20 educational centers in the province of La Rioja (Argentina). This occasion served as the closing of the 2023 implementation of the ERCE Schools project in the pr -
South Dakota State students making a difference for nonprofits By: SDSU Marketing & Communications
01/04/24
National Day of Giving can be the nonprofit equivalent of retailer’s Black Friday. However, many smaller agencies don’t have the manpower to engage in a robust social media campaign.
For five area nonprofits, that need was addressed by students in the Fundraising and Resource Developm -
Communication Day to be held to Showcase Opportunities for Future A-State Students
01/04/24
JONESBORO – With the goal of inspiring local high school students to become future students at Arkansas State University, the Department of Communication within the College of Liberal Arts and Communication will host a Communication Day from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 2.
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Glover urges his students to learn as much as they can, then learn more
01/03/24
Please briefly introduce yourself and your background in digital media.
My name is Paul Glover and I am associate professor of Digital Media Production. I'm from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and graduated from the University of Alabama in 2001. I have always been a huge fan of radio, albums, -
How higher education works in France
01/03/24
In France, there are a large number of higher education programmes available, accessible to foreign students whether they speak French or not. Find out which lycées, universities and Grandes Ecoles have their doors open.
A diversified higher education offer
French higher education i -
France's teachers go on strike, piling pressure on embattled education minister by: Liza KAMINOV
01/03/24
The walkout is "a warning to the government" about teachers' "daily life, their suffering at work and the lack of recognition, especially in their pay," said primary school teachers' union FSU-Snuipp, predicting "hundreds of schools will be closed".
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Concord's Community College Opens New Department For Career Education by Cailin Loesch
01/02/24
CONCORD, NH — NHTI, Concord's Community College, is introducing a new department with classes aimed at increasing career opportunities and empowering community members looking to expand their knowledge about the workforce.
Previously known as the Business Training Center, the new W -
Professional Development Is Dying — and It's Most Evident in My Local Teacher Community By Michael Paul Ida
01/01/24
In early spring this year, the local chapter of my teacher professional development organization held our first in-person conference since the pandemic. In the weeks leading up to the conference, I obsessively checked our registration platform almost hourly to see if the confirmed attendee numbers h
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