Henry T. Nicholas, III Foundation News and Events

OC Register, "Lecture series links Santa Ana students, scholars"

HTN Foundation — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 06:12:59 +0000

Santa Ana Unified School District students attending the Nicholas Academic Centers recently attended a presentation on “The Believing Brain,” given by Dr. Michael Shermer. The lecture is a part of the Nicholas Academic Center’s Visiting Scholars Series, a partnership with Chapman University.

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WIBQ, "Marsy's Law Approved by Illinois House"

HTN Foundation — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:13:52 +0000

The Illinois House overwhelmingly voted 116-2 in favor of Marsy’s Law for Illinois, a constitutional amendment that would provide victims of crime with enforceable legal rights that will protect their safety and ensure they are aware of their attackers’ whereabouts. Currently, crime victims have legal rights under Illinois law, but they are not enforceable. For example, victims are guaranteed the right to be informed of court proceedings, but some victims never learn about hearings until after the fact.

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OC Register, "Nicholas Academic Centers hold alumni reunion"

HTN Foundation — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 23:31:32 +0000

More than 50 recent high school graduates from the Santa Ana Unified School District, all alumni of the Nicholas Academic Centers, came together on Jan. 5 in celebration of having taken the road less traveled when they chose to attend college.

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OC Register, "Nicholas Academic Centers alumni share college tips with teens"

HTN Foundation — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 19:31:03 +0000

Home from college on winter break, alumni from the Nicholas Academic Centers shared experiences and advice with over 100 current NAC students at the annual “College Knowledge Alumni Panel” held at NACII on the Valley High School campus.

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Huffington Post, "Universal Day of Human Rights -- Implementing Its Ideals"

HTN Foundation — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 18:16:45 +0000

Supporters of Marys's Law in California and victims' rights everywhere take note: December 10th was International Human Rights Day recognizing the United Nations' adoption 63 years ago of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

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ABC/KGO-TV, "Victim's rights groups get thousands from inmates"

HTN Foundation — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 17:39:36 +0000

Marsy's Law expands the rights of crime victims in California to restitution, adding to the impact of restitution laws already on the books. One law passed in 1990 requires inmates to turn over 20% of the money they earn at prison jobs to victims of crime. After paying the restitution, the remainder of their earnings goes to community organizations. This year, prisoners earning minimum wage assembling medical supplies at San Quentin State Prison collected $38,000 in restitution payments, which meant that seven victims' rights organizations each received checks of $4,500. - HTN...

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OC Register, "Her words brought a courtroom to tears"

HTN Foundation — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 23:48:20 +0000

"I admire A.J. Egan's strength and courage," said Andy Hong, president of Marsy's Law for All. "It is difficult to overestimate the power of victim-impact statements. For many victims, it is the first step in attempting to move on with their lives."

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Reuters, "Judge Jack Mandel Receives Bank of America`s 2011 "Local Hero" Award For His Work At The Nicholas Academic Centers"

HTN Foundation — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 23:08:42 +0000

The Retired Orange County Superior Court Jurist Partnered with Broadcom Co-Founder Dr. Henry Nicholas to Establish the After-School Mentoring and Tutoring Program for Inner-City High School Students in Santa Ana Retired Orange Superior Court Judge Jack Mandel, co-founder of the Nicholas Academic Centers, has received Bank of America’s 2011 “Local Hero” award for championing vital causes, inspiring others to get involved and having a “significant impact” on individuals, families and the community. Judge Mandel was among five “Local...

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OC Register, "She went from gang area to D.C"

HTN Foundation — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 21:40:25 +0000

The Nicholas Academic Centers held their third annual Thanksgiving dinner celebration Nov. 23 at Valley High School for more than 200 students, NAC staff and community leaders. NAC co-founders Judge Jack Mandel and Dr. Henry Nicholas were joined by Santa Ana Mayor Miguel Pulido in congratulating students on their academic success, while challenging them to succeed in college and become leaders in their chosen careers. Among the speakers was Ana Rodriguez, a NAC alumna and freshmen at Georgetown University, who told the audience that, “The NAC prepared me for leadership and today I stand...

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The Daily Record (Ohio), "Bill would require victims be informed"

HTN Foundation — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 12:15:25 +0000

Under newly introduced Ohio legislation, prosecutors would be required to inform crime victims and their families in advance of perpetrators' parole hearings. Senate Bill 160, known as Roberta's Law, in memory of a young girl who was raped and stabbed to death, would require notification regardless of whether they are requested, which is what current law requires. The notification would have to take place 60 days before the hearing. - HTN Foundation

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