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New Research Suggests Possible Direction for Treatment of Autism

American Psychological Association (APA) — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:30:00 EST

In the first successful experiment with humans using a treatment known as sensory-motor or environmental enrichment, researchers documented marked improvement in young autistic boys when compared to boys treated with traditional behavioral therapies, according to research published by the American Psychological Association.

Hopkins Nursing Bucks Trend on Faculty Hiring

Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:00:00 EST

Seven new full-time faculty bring a wealth of experience, promise as the school does its part to fill the nursing gap.

Covering Bangladesh & Cambodia Factory Fires? UC Berkeley Professor Terry Taylor finds Safety Compliance Auditing is Counterproductive

University of California, Berkeley Haas School of Business — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:00:00 EST

Smithsonian Welcomes Hungary to the 2013 Folklife Festival

Smithsonian Institution — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:00:00 EST

This summer, visitors to the 47th annual Smithsonian Folklife Festival will experience the vitality and living traditions that define and sustain Hungary's unique culture. "Hungarian Heritage: Roots to Revival" will feature more than 100 participants from this 1,000-year-old country. Artists, dancers, craftspeople and cooks will share and celebrate the customs and traditions from every part of the country.

Graduates of Nation's Most Unique Health Sciences University Prepared to 'Care for Those in Harm's Way'

Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:05:00 EST

More than 300 students in the nation's most unique health sciences university will graduate Saturday, May 18, 2013, in ceremonies at the Daughters of the American Revolution Constitution Hall, Washington, D.C.

Smithsonian Folklife Festival Showcases African American Diversity, Style and Identity

Smithsonian Institution — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:00:00 EST

The 2013 Smithsonian Folklife Festival showcases its five-year community research project on African American identity with the program "The Will to Adorn: African American Diversity, Style, and Identity." This multicity collaboration examines the history and culture of the aesthetics of African Americans.

Smithsonian Folklife Festival Program to Raise Awareness of Global Language Loss

Smithsonian Institution — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:00:00 EST

The United Nation's Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization estimates that of the more than 7,000 languages in the world, nearly half of them are in danger of becoming extinct by the end of this century. The Smithsonian's Folklife Festival program "One World, Many Voices: Endangered Languages and Cultural Heritage" will focus attention on this urgent issue of global language loss by bringing together communities from around the world that are fighting to save their native tongues and cultural traditions.

Nalanda Institute Launches First-Ever Certificate Program in Contemplative Psychotherapy

Nalanda Institute for Contemplative Science — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:00:00 EST

The Nalanda Institute announced that enrollment is now open for their inaugural Certificate Program in Contemplative Psychotherapy to begin in Fall 2013. The program offers therapists, health workers, coaches, educators and other professionals in the healing arts an opportunity to immerse themselves in the inspiring new field of contemplative neuropsychology.

Bucknell to Graduate More than 900 at 163rd Commencement

Bucknell University — Fri, 17 May 2013 08:45:00 EST

Bucknell University's 163rd Commencement will feature keynote speaker Sunil Gulati, the president of the United States Soccer Federation and a 1981 Bucknell graduate.

Dr. Deng Wei Donates $1M for Endowed Chair in Physics & Astronomy at Stony Brook University

Stony Brook University — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:05:00 EST

Stony Brook University received a $1 million donation from Dr. Deng Wei to establish the Yang Chen Ning - Deng Wei Endowed Chair in Physics and Astronomy. The gift was announced at a formal donation ceremony that took place in Beijing, China on May 17 attended by Nobel Laureate Dr. C.N. Yang, Dr. Deng, founder and chairman of Bright Oceans Corporation based in Beijing, Dr. Hong Chen ('91), founder of the Hina Group, and Dr. Samuel L. Stanley Jr., President of Stony Brook University.

Through the Eyes of a Burglar: Study Provides Insights on Habits and Motivations

University of North Carolina at Charlotte — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:00:00 EST

One way to understand what motivates and deters burglars is to ask them. UNC Charlotte researcher Joseph Kuhns did just that. He led a research team that gathered survey responses from more than 400 convicted offenders that resulted in an unprecedented look into the minds of burglars, providing insight into intruders' motivations and methods. The study, "Understanding Decisions to Burglarize from the Offender's Perspective," was funded by the Alarm Industry Research and Educational Foundation (AIREF), under the auspices of the Electronic Security Association (ESA), the largest trade association for the electronic life safety and security industry.

IRS Investigation Spotlights Need for Inspectors General

Washington University in St. Louis — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:00:00 EST

NYU to Host "Vermeer's Daughter?"--An Artistic WhoDunit & the Vetting of Insurgent Theories, May 18

New York University — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:00:00 EST

New York University will host "Vermeer's Daughter?"--an all-day symposium on how the Academy processes renegade scholarly theories in the art world--on Saturday, May 18.

High School Student Entrepreneurs Exchange Equity for Tuition

Clarkson University — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:25:00 EST

Two high school student entrepreneurs are exchanging equity in their companies for tuition at Clarkson University through the school's Young Entrepreneurs and Innovators Program, a unique business plan competition.

Power of Pop: Professor Examines How Asian Music Shapes Identity

Union College — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:05:00 EST

A Union College professor recently published a paper in the Journal of Asian Studies, "Stars to the State and Beyond: Globalization, Identity, and Asian Popular Music," that explores the power of popular music and its ability to foster a greater understanding of a vast array of social phenomena within Asia.

Indiana University President McRobbie to Visit and Strengthen Ties in China, South Korea and Taiwan

Indiana University — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:55:00 EST

Looking to further broaden Indiana University's international reach and to increase educational and research opportunities for its students and faculty, IU President Michael A. McRobbie will leave Saturday for South Korea, China and Taiwan. While there, he will renew or sign several agreements between IU and leading higher education institutions in the region. He also will meet with alumni and with business and government leaders, and attend two special receptions for IU's newest students from China and South Korea.

Dalhousie Celebrates Successful Conclusion to Bold Ambitions - 280 Million Raised

Dalhousie University — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:00:00 EST

Thanks to unprecedented generosity on the part of alumni, faculty, staff and friends, Bold Ambitions: The Campaign for Dalhousie has exceeded its original $250-million goal. The campaign has raised $280 million, which will directly impact the learning experience for Dalhousie's students.

Belize Pyramid Destruction Highlights Greater Problem, Says Anthropologist

Cornell University — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:00:00 EST

Bestselling Author John Green's Advice to Butler University Grads Goes Viral

Butler University — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:00:00 EST

Bestselling author John Green's advice to Butler University's Class of 2013 is gathering online buzz. Huffington Post and other outlets have linked to text of Green's remarks, and thousand have viewed Butler's video of Green, captured during the University's May 11 Commencement in Hinkle Fieldhouse.

American University Celebrates 50th Anniversary of JFK's "A Strategy of Peace"

American University — Thu, 16 May 2013 08:30:00 EST

Kennedy's 1963 American University commencement speech called for a nuclear test ban treaty and outlined a bold vision at the height of the Cold War. The speech is hailed as one of Kennedy's finest according to Kennedy's legendary speechwriter Ted Sorensen.

Professors Receive $550,000 Federal Grant to Study Wetlands

Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR) — Thu, 16 May 2013 07:40:00 EST

The effects of development and other environmental changes on small wetlands in the Chippewa Valley will be studied by University of Wisconsin-Stout faculty and their students through a $550,000 federal grant.

Student Takes Passion for Environment to State Capitol

Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR) — Thu, 16 May 2013 07:00:00 EST

McNair Scholar from University of Wisconsin- Stout Presents Research at the Capitol

Off to a Perfect Start

Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR) — Thu, 16 May 2013 07:00:00 EST

University of Wisconsin- Stout Graduate excited to begin her career in biotech industry.

South Bronx Kids Debut Their New "Pull Your Pants Up Dance" to Celebrate Bronx Week

Health People — Thu, 16 May 2013 06:00:00 EST

Kids-Helping-Kids, an unique mentoring program for kids with sick and missing parents, debuts their "Pull Your Pants Up" Dance, a wonderful positive message based on their video produced by pop icon Leslie Gore

Most Math Being Taught in Kindergarten Is Old News to Students

Vanderbilt University — Thu, 16 May 2013 05:00:00 EST

Kindergarten teachers report spending much of their math instructional time teaching students basic counting skills and how to recognize geometric shapes--skills the students have already mastered before ever setting foot in the kindergarten classroom, new research finds.