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U.S. Department of Education Formalizes Return to 2020 Title IX Regulatory Framework
On September 28, 2026, the U.S. Department of Education finalized a rule that removes the 2024 Title IX regulations and officially brings back the 2020 version, which governs how schools handle complaints of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, under federal law. Here is what K-12 and higher education leaders need to know.
U.S. Department of Education Formalizes Return to 2020 Title IX Regulatory Framework
On September 28, 2026, the U.S. Department of Education finalized a rule that removes the 2024 Title IX regulations and officially brings back the 2020 version, which governs how schools handle complaints of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, under federal law. Here is what K-12 and higher education leaders need to know.
League of Women Voters announces Democracy Works Award winners
The League of Women Voters invites the public to its annual Democracy Works Award recognition ceremony on Thursday, Oct. 9, starting at 6:00 p.m. The League will honor Dr. Lizette Navarette and Dr. Shannon Reed of Woodland Community College (WCC) at the Davis Veterans Memorial Center Multipurpose Room, located at 203 E. 14th St. The free event will be followed by a League member meeting.
Oklahoma reaches multi-million dollar settlement with CVS Caremark
The Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office announced a $32 million settlement with CVS Caremark, resolving claims that the pharmacy benefit manager withheld discounts and rebates intended for state employees. Attorney General Gentner Drummond stated that CVS Caremark retained millions of dollars in pharmaceutical discounts and rebates meant for Oklahoma Health Choice, a plan benefiting state employees.
Stay Safe in 2025: The Top Anti-Ransomware Software Reviewed
Imagine locking your house, only to find out a thief got in through the window you forgot to shut. That’s what ransomware feels like in the digital world. One wrong click, one shady download, and suddenly — your files are locked, and someone’s demanding money to give them back. Ransomware attacks have been growing like weeds in a rainy season, and 2025 isn’t slowing down. Whether it’s your grandma’s computer or a startup’s database, nobody’s safe without the right tools.
CaRMS results are in – family medicine shortfall continues
The OMA Section of Medical Students is surveying medical students to better understand their perspectives on family medicine in Ontario. How do you plan to use the data to drive positive change in the health-care system? A: Our work is trying to fill the gaps. The goal behind the survey is to figure out what the current medical education curriculum is not covering with regard to family practice.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport: A Brand Reflective of a Region
Skip to content As the gateway to New Orleans and the surrounding area for millions of travelers annually, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) provides passengers with a first and last impression of the region. So, when the time came to reimagine its brand, the challenge was immense: How do you craft a visual identity that encapsulates the spirit of an entire region while staying true to the legacy of one of the world’s most recognized airports?
Craft books to inspire your inner artist
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Weaving Security Blankets: Maximizing Local Organizations’ Impact on Health in Fragile Settings
For the twelfth consecutive year, the number of people forcibly displaced globally has increased. It is currently at an . As levels of fragility, conflict, and violence increase across the globe, healthcare is becoming harder to access, especially for women and girls who need access to family planning and maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) services.
University of Rochester kicks off master planning process
Faculty, staff, and students help to inform the University’s physical future. The University of Rochester has launched a 15-month master planning process, one that will engage the University community in mapping the future of its physical footprint.
Hysteroscopy needs of indigenous communities in Northern Quebec: a retrospective cohort study
ABSTRACT We aimed to determine the surgical output for patients from Nunavik undergoing transfer to an urban centre for hysteroscopy, and associated costs. We performed a retrospective chart review of all patients from the 14 villages of Nunavik transferred for hysteroscopic surgery from 2016 to 2021.
Learning to govern: A typology of ministerial learning styles
1 INTRODUCTION The study of Ministers in executive government and Westminster politics has attracted significant attention over many decades, but surprisingly little focuses on the most notable feature of the Ministerial role—that it is, by necessity, one “learned on the job”. For almost any other senior leadership role in the public, private, or third sectors, appointment is supposed to be based on merit and experience.
Most People Commit to New Year Resolutions for Only a Few Weeks
Many people start off the year with a commitment to their new year's resolution. However, not many people stick to their commitments and reach their New Year goals. In the UK, for example, started the year 2023 with a commitment to new year resolutions, top among them being health, money, family, and self-improvement resolutions. However, studies show that 21% of people only last a month before giving up a new habit.
Rural hospital and obstetric unit closures as social determinants of racial and ethnic maternal health disparities: A scoping review
CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT The authors declare no conflicts of interest. Supporting Information Filename Description jan16005-sup-0001-Supplementalfile1.docxWord 2007 document , 108.7 KB Data S1. jan16005-sup-0002-Supplementalfile2.pdfPDF document, 69.8 KB Data S2. REFERENCES , , , , , & (2017). Disparities in chronic conditions among women hospitalized for delivery in the United States, 2005–2014. Obstetrics & Gynecology, 130(6), 1319–1326.
Dr Jonathan Wilhelm, Of Pro Chiropractic, Presents at International Sports Chiropractic Symposium in Paris, France
Dr Jonathan Wilhelm, Of Pro Chiropractic, Presents at International Sports Chiropractic Symposium in Paris, France BOZEMAN, MONTANA, UNITED STATES, October 20, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Renowned sports chiropractor, Dr. Jonathan Wilhelm, founder of Pro Chiropractic, took center stage in June of 2023 at the highly anticipated International Sports Chiropractic Symposium in the dynamic city of Paris, France.
Rising to the call: Leveling the education playing field Original
Five years ago, we began to see dramatic increases in the presentation of serious mental health issues in our students. The Iredell-Statesville Schools Student Services Department took matters into their own hands in 2019 and applied for three large federal grants, in hopes that they could effectively and innovatively begin to meet the growing needs of their students. Iredell-Statesville Schools (I-SS) was the only grantee in the nation to be awarded all three grants at once.
The Write Stuff
Body Henry “Hank” Jones, BA English ’07, MA ’10, first dreamt of becoming a film and television writer in graduate school. He attended writing courses at film festivals, read scriptwriting books, and watched any movie he could on Netflix. “This was back when they still mailed DVDs,” he says.
Media capstone class wraps up service learning semester
By Jessica Smith TDP Special Writer This past spring semester, media campaigns and events students geared up for service learning with Tahlequah Public Schools and Tigers ROAR — removing obstacles achieving results. For the past 16 weeks, this class could be found every Thursday at the outreach center. When packing lunches for the program, students fill bags with contents of milk, juice, fruits, vegetables, canned food, and an occasional treat.
Revised NPPF 2023 - Lessons for LPAs, Landowners and SME Developers
Home // Insights // Blog // Planning and environment // Revised NPPF 2023 – Lessons for LPAs, Landowners and SME Developers Consultation on the current proposed changes to the NPPF (2021)[1] closed on 2 March 2023 and the Government is expected to adopt the amended version of the NPPF before the summer. What will the changes mean for LPAs, landowners and SME developers?
How Limb Lengthening Surgery Works - Yale Medicine Explains
Here at Orthofix, we know that the process of bone healing is remarkable.
Greensleeves ramp up their UK presence with three new franchisees in 2023
With 2023 in full flow, lawn care experts Greensleeves, is expanding its network with three new franchisees. The horticultural franchise, which already has more than 108 franchises throughout the UK, has now increased its presence in East Anglia, Canterbury, and West Yorkshire to meet the growing demand for its services. The trio of new franchisees have this week completed their franchisee training and are ready to start trading and building their businesses.
Mediating family businesses disputes
A High Court judge recently urged family-owned Wrights of Howth, a Dublin-based luxury hamper, food and hospitality brand to engage in mediation to resolve a dispute between family members, and former directors, which had been brewing for a long period of time.
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Career change with teenage children
Huge congratulations to Victoria Cooper Jones, franchise partner at Razzamataz Queens Park and Razzamataz Belsize Park, who is celebrating her fifth anniversary. Victoria changed careers when her children were teenagers and has never looked back. This is her story. In the beginning I was a professional ballet dancer but had to stop through injury. Although I had a career in interior design, I never gave up with the performing side and I taught dance to adults and then children.
4 insights on what it takes to be a 'modern leader'
By Sarra Bejaoui, SmartPA Founder “The world needs more female role models in decision making roles who are comfortable in bringing their natural feminine strengths to the role and to the board room.” I was sitting on the train to work the other day, pondering on a conversation I’d had with a female acquaintance on LinkedIn. I’d been saddened to hear that she was reluctant to use the term ‘leader’, as she felt many of her colleagues associated it with largely masculine traits.
TruGreen Cardiff: Trekking for Marie Curie Hospice
Tom Page from ServiceMaster Brands UK sat down with Michelle and Peter Lewis to discuss their past and recent fundraising treks to raise money for their local Marie Curie hospice. Michelle and Peter Lewis, owners of TruGreen Cardiff, the Vale and Bridgend, have recently completed a trek across Patagonia to support Marie Curie, raising £217’000 as part of a trekking group.
Why a preschool dance department should be your focus in 2023
Maybe you don’t know where to start? Undoubtedly you know that good quality preschool dance classes attract customers, and for dance teachers with an existing older school these younger classes can increase customer retention (not to mention attract siblings from an earlier age!). By reading this blog you will learn how! Not only will you be reminded of the emotional benefits, but we will also show you how it can bring more money into your business.
Business Doctors set to launch in Worcestershire.
Steve Ennis is the latest business professional to join the Business Doctors network and will be operating in the county of Worcestershire. Steve will focus his efforts on supporting and providing strategic advice to business owners with the aim of helping them become more profitable and at the same time giving something back to his local community.
InXpress Gives Back to make a difference where it counts
Maria Burns from InXpress Milton Keynes asked if we could donate to British Humanitarian Aid. The organisation, which is supported by Wellingborough School (all three of Maria and Gerry’s sons attend) requested donations of used domestic goods, particularly clothes, toys and school stationery, for young children and families in Ukraine. The £500 donation from us will help with the cost of diesel amongst other things, as the goods are driven over.
SmartPA secures gold standard in training accreditation
A leading business outsourcing firm has been awarded the gold standard in accreditation for its specialist secretarial training programme. Edinburgh-based SmartPA’s innovative course for virtual administration assistants received the top recognition from the Continuing Professional Development Standards Office (CPDSO). The sought-after certification is widely viewed as the highest standard of award to guarantee course quality.
Healthier moms, babies
In the spring of 2022, Sydney Elcock was paired with a mother and became her birthing assistant. It was the mother’s first birth in the U.S., and her husband couldn’t be by her side. Elcock witnessed her first C-section birth when the mother gave birth to a healthy baby boy. “I could tell she was very nervous; the pressure and tugging were a lot,” Elcock said. “One of the skills they taught us was to play soft music, so I had put classical music on my phone.
NSU senior seizes opportunity to study abroad
NSU offers many of academic opportunities. One such opportunity includes study abroad programs. To study abroad is to study in a foreign country. Students can study internationally for weeks or even one semester at a time. In fact, the Office of International Programs encourages students to participate. Planning an international trip while attending university can take serious time. Most students who partake in an abroad trip plan years in advance.
Men’s fraternity continues to raise money through philanthropy events
Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity, like others on campus, are using their platform to support a good cause. During a recent fundraising event known as TKE in a box, the men’s fraternity raised $2,380. All proceeds will go straight to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. A lot of time and effort is necessary for events such as TKE in a box, Greek Sing as well as raising money for numerous philanthropies. Being involved in Greek life at NSU is extremely time-consuming but impactful.
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There are a lot of things I know about Kris Trimmer. She was born in Kansas, and I know she has no intention of ever leaving. Her favorite flower is the sunflower, and you can find them all over her house. She will get teary eyed every time she watches Steel Magnolias and has read every Outlander book. In 2021 she was inducted into the Kansas Teacher’s Hall of fame. She raised two head-strong daughters and taught them to value education, hard work, and always treat others with compassion and respect.
Students celebrate new album release
On Aug. 28 2022, Taylor Swift shocked the world, including students of NSU, with the announcement of her tenth studio album “Midnights.” Since 2020, Swift has released three studio albums along with two re-recorded albums. Since its recent debut, “Midnights” has broken numerous records. It has become the most streamed album in a single day on Spotify. It is currently projected to score the second biggest opening week sales by a female artist in U.S. history.
Students, faculty enjoy coffee and its unique health benefits
It is rare to see students on campus without a coffee in-hand. Coffee shops such as River’s Edge and Flo’s consistently provide students and faculty with a cup of Joe. Not only does coffee, hot or cold, serve a unique taste, but can also lead to numerous health benefits. Studies have shown coffee intake supports gut health, high energy levels, mental and brain health along with endurance.
Periods of Power student organization seeks members, volunteers
In April of 2021, Periods of Power was awarded student organization of the year by NSU’s Department of Student Engagement. Since being awarded, the organization has slowly dwindled in members. This student-led organization is in desperate need of members and volunteers. Periods of Power incorporated a free feminine product system at NSU. This organization’s duties require physical labor and devotion. Members travel around campus filling various restrooms with period products.
Faculty members encourage students to invest early
While not a general education requirement at NSU, finance courses can be beneficial. Students who choose a path in finance gain money management skills. However, all students can dabble in investing. Dr. Halil Kaya, professor of finance, recommends investing at an early age. Kaya has taught multiple finance courses on the Broken Arrow campus.
Unofficial NSU Instagram account sparks conversation
With almost 700 followers, Instagram account @nsubadparking captures images from parking lots across Tahlequah campus. This anonymous profile is known for its amusing captions while posting a wide variety of questionable parking attempts. Last fall is when this account first started but has since jumped to over eighty posts. Gabriel Berres, Fort Gibson sophomore, is one of many students posted on the account. Berres said he drives a small sedan and normally has no issue parking inside the lines.
TRIO continues to provide support systems for students
TRIO Student Support Services is an academic support program with the intent to enhance academic performance and graduation rates. Offering numerous support services such as tutoring, financial aid counseling and social cultural activities, this grant program is funded through the U.S. Department of Education. Jade Hansen, tutoring coordinator, started her new position two months ago. Hansen said her new role with TRIO SSS has already been rewarding for her.
Student-favorite dining spot permanently closes
In 2008, World of Wings opened at NSU making it the first Oklahoma location for this Louisiana based brand. This cafe and wingery became a student-favorite dining spot in the Underground until ultimately closing its doors 14 years later. WoW first closed during the pandemic in March 2020 but was expected to return to normal operations when campus reopened that fall. Students were quick to notice that was not the case as it never reopened.
IT Services introduces new network system
With a new semester comes a new technical challenge for students, faculty and staff across campus. NSU IT Services is in the process of upgrading the Wi-Fi across all three campuses. There are now three new NSU networks. NSU-Riverhawks is to be used for any machine or device that requires NSU credentials. NSU-Personal is to be used for personal devices and requires device registration with NSU’s new authentication system ClearPass.
5 Most Informational and Professional Videos on Parenting Children With Anxiety – South County Child & Family Consultants
The amount of information on parenting children with anxiety on the internet can be overwhelming, and where do you begin searching? One place that might not be so obvious to search for reliable and trustworthy information is Youtube, however, there is some great information provided by professionals. What’s great about watching youtube is how accessible they are and how easy it is to add to your daily routine.
5 Extremely Informative Podcasts For Parents of Children With ADHD – South County Child & Family Consultants
For busy parents sitting down to read a book or doing research on their children’s ADHD may require too much time and attention. However, listening to a podcast while driving the kids back and forth to practice or going to work every day may be a great fit. Given the proliferation and popularity of podcasts over the past 5 years, there are experts, parents, and educators sharing their knowledge on a variety of topics.
Ontario party leaders reaffirm pledges for residential school burial searches
Ontario’s four main party leaders are reaffirming commitments to search for burial sites at the province’s former residential schools for Indigenous students one year after ground-penetrating radar unearthed what are believed to be the graves of 215 children at a former such facility in British Columbia. The Progressive Conservatives, New Democrats, Liberals and Greens have all made pledges on the issue.
How to Reduce Carbon Emissions from Financial Services
Fintech and electronic banking services are godsends of the modern era. Never has it been easier for money to change hands. Nearly 369 billion purchases are made every day, many of which happen on electronic platforms. But behind every transaction lies a hidden fee: carbon emissions. Climate change is a price the whole world pays for our modern conveniences, and it’s only getting higher with time. Finance industry consumers know the importance of sustainability.
Paul Silverberg of Fort Lauderdale, Florida is growing the Bacon Bitch brand through his work with Silver Lining X, LLC
Since 2017, Bacon Bitch has been offering a fresh new take on the traditions of breakfast and brunch.
Online Tracking: Ethics and Collecting User Data
Data collection is one of the most important aspects of marketing and growing a business online. Technological components such as cookies and tags are the most common, collecting and storing information about the behaviors and preferences of consumers when browsing online. Because of how prominent personal data collection is in the world of online business, there are many regulations put in place to protect the privacy of customers and ensure that all data collected was done consensually.
Jake Hoffman Officially Declares To Succeed Jackie Toledo in South Tampa State House D65
TAMPA, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Tampa Entrepreneur, Jake Hoffman, who leads fundraising for all non-incumbent State House candidates in Hillsborough County has officially switched his filing to represent the newly formed District 65 which covers South Tampa and parts of Westchase, FL.
Jeremiah Kitavi, Founder of iMartial Arts, Is Seeking to Invest in Agriculture in Kenya
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Jeremiah Kitavi, the founder of iMartial Arts, has announced his intentions to invest in Kenya's agricultural sector. The goal of this initiative is to improve access to healthy foods and reduce reliance on imports from other countries. Mr. Kitavi aims not only at addressing food insecurity but also unemployment among young people who are struggling with high rates of poverty across Africa's largest economy.
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