FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Nova Southeastern University (NSU) will award world-renowned artist, scientist and researcher Guy Harvey, Ph.D., with one of NSU's newest awards, the President's Award for Excellence in Community Service. President George L. Hanbury II, Ph.D., will bestow the award upon Harvey and four others at the university's annual Celebration of Excellence event on Jan. 24, 2013.

The President's Excellence in Community Service Award recognizes superior professional engagement activities in the community by alumni, students, faculty, staff, and a member of the South Florida community. The awards encourage the ongoing pursuit of community service and exemplify NSU's "community" core value.

The awards are conferred upon individuals (one in each category) who demonstrate significant contributions to the community while exemplifying all eight of NSU's core values. This year's five honorees were selected from 79 total submitted nominations.

"This award defines what it means to be an outstanding citizen and member of the NSU community," said George Hanbury, Ph.D. "I can't think of someone more deserving of the Excellence in Community Service Award than Guy Harvey, a man who tirelessly gives back to this community, and the global community, in so many ways."

Guy Harvey is one of the world's leading marine biologists, painters and conservationists. Harvey is a unique blend of artist, scientist, diver, angler, conservationist and explorer, fiercely devoted to his family and his love of the sea. Growing up in Jamaica, Guy spent many hours fishing and diving with his father along the Island's south coast. He was obsessed with the creatures of the sea and began drawing pictures of the many different fish he observed. Guy's artwork can be found in art exhibits, stores, galleries, restaurants and at fishing tournaments.

A passion for the beauty and wonder of the underwater world has driven Harvey to be a leading conservationist and advocate for the protection of our environment. He dedicates much of his talent, time and resources to programs that protect our oceans, fish population and reef systems. The Guy Harvey Research Institute at Nova Southeastern University's Oceanographic Center and The Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation have taken on a leadership role in providing the scientific information necessary to understand and protect the world's fish resources and biodiversity from continued decline.

Harvey is the past recipient of many awards and distinctions, including: the International Swimming Hall of Fame Gold Medallion Award; the Vasco Nunez de Balboa Grand Cross, the highest honor the country of Panama bestows on a non-Panamanian; and the first ever IGFA Lifetime Achievement Award from the World Fishing Awards Committee, as well as being inducted into the IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame for his contributions to the sport fishing community.

The 2013 honorees are:

ALUMNIT. David Long, B.S.H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and EntrepreneurshipNova Southeastern University Long is the president of Miller Electric Company, one of the largest electrical contractors in the nation, based in Jacksonville, FL. His commitment to community is evident through his dedication to various organizations, having served as president and board member of the National Leukemia Society, and as vice president and executive board member of the Dreams Come True Foundation. He is also a trustee of the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce and an executive committee member of the Gator Bowl Association.

CommunityGuy Harvey, Ph.D. Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation (see above)

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East Texas Communities Foundation Now Accepting Scholarship Applications from East Texas Students

East Texas Communities Foundation Now Accepting Scholarship Applications from East Texas Students

January 9, 2012 East Texas Communities Foundation believes that hard work should be rewarded, especially to students in East Texas! The Foundation is currently accepting scholarship applications for its various scholarship funds. Deadline for submission is March 1, 2013. All applications and eligibility criteria are available at http://www.etcf.org/available_scholarships.htm.

The scholarships being offered this year are:

David G. and Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Scholarship for Vocational/Technical Study in Medically Related Fields: For East Texas students pursuing a vo/tech AA degree or certificate in a medically related field. Amount: $1,500.00 - renewable for the length of the program.

David G. and Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Scholarship in Chemistry: For East Texas graduating seniors majoring in chemistry. Amount: $3,000.00 - renewable for 3 years

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NORTH ANDOVER The relationship Brooks School disclosed last week involving its former headmaster and a one-time student was not reported to state childrens services authorities, and it is unclear whether a report was required under state law with the information made public so far.

Massachusetts requires a range of professionals who work with or near children, including school officials, to report suspicions or evidence of neglect or physical or sexual abuse to the state Department of Families and Children or face a fine.

Brooks disclosed in a letter to alumni on Jan. 3 that former headmaster Lawrence W. Becker had an inappropriate relationship with a student at some point during his tenure. A school spokeswoman said the relationship occurred while publisher Steve Forbes, a 1966 Brooks alumnus, was president of the Board of Trustees between 1987 and 1997.

Karen Schwartzman, a public relations consultant and founder of Polaris Public Relations who represents independent schools and specializes in reputation management, said the relationship was never reported to the state and the school does not plan to involve state departments or any police agencies.

The School has engaged recently in conversations with the former student/now alumnus regarding that persons experience at the School, and all matters are resolved to the satisfaction of both the School and the alumnus, she said in an email to The Eagle-Tribune.

Current Head of School John R. Packard and Board of Trustees President William N. Booth emailed a letter to alumni Jan. 3 that called the relationship objectionable, manipulative, and an abuse of his position. Schwartzman would not discuss the nature of the relationship, the gender of the student or the students age when the relationship occurred.

Forbes, who remains a trustee emeritus at Brooks, said through a spokeswoman that the issue was handled correctly at the time.

A matter that came to the attention of the School was referred to the Schools legal counsel and was properly investigated and appropriate action was taken, said Mia Carbonell, a Forbes media spokeswoman. Every step was undertaken with the advice and direction of the Schools outside counsel. The matter did not involve sexual abuse.

When asked how Forbes defined sexual abuse, she declined to elaborate.

Becker, through his attorney, released a statement last week, in which he did not deny the incidents spelled out in the Brooks letter, but said the letter causes me and my wife great pain, sadness and embarrassment.

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If you wagered on Allie Beaulieu becoming a basketball player when she was little, that would be as close to a sure thing as you could get.

The 22-year old basketball player is in the middle of her senior season in Maine with the Bates College Bobcats, looking to get into the NCAA tournament. Recently, Beaulieu scored her 1,000th career point for Bates (see sidebar).

The accolades have rolled in for Beaulieu this season. She was recently named Maine Womens Basketball Player of the Week, and earlier this year she was named NESCAC (New England Small College Athletic Conference) Player of the Week for the second time in her Bobcat career. The first time was during her freshman season.

We had good seasons my freshman and sophomore years. We were a little down last year. Were hoping to get a few more wins and get into the tournament later this year, Beaulieu said from her dorm on the Lewiston, Maine, campus last week.

Beaulieu had a basketball in her hands when she was a little girl. Her father John coached her in youth leagues, in AAU ball and as an assistant at Swampscott High with former head coach Jack Hughes.

Doc Beaulieu, an actual physician with an office on Paradise Road, left Swampscott High after the 2011-2012 season.

My dad has been great. Hes given me the tools to be successful at the things Ive wanted to do. Hes always encouraged me to pursue what I want to pursue, Allie said.

Allies three older brothers are all playing basketball somewhere, or have been on the bench coaching. Tom Beaulieu is the freshman coach at Swampscott High and currently teaches at Lynn English. Mike played at Holy Cross and coaches at Le Moyne College in New York, while brother Mike is playing at Kenyon College in Ohio.

The Bobcats currently have a record of 4-5 heading into 2013, and need to put together some wins to accomplish their goals. They do have a solid 3-1 record at home this season.

Allie led her team in scoring in wins over Husson University and the University of New England. She led the team in rebounds against Husson. In an early season win over Bowdoin, Allie led the team in points and rebounds.

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Awalt E. Wolfe, Jr., 72, of rural Stoddard, died Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013, at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse.

He was born July 14, 1940, to Awalt and Margaret (Herman) Wolfe Sr. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Matthews Evangelical Lutheran Church in Stoddard. On July 27, 1968, he married Darlene Schreier at St. Marys Ridge Catholic Church. Awalt farmed for many years on Oak Ridge, rural Stoddard, hauled milk for a few years and was also a bus driver for De Soto School District for many years. He was a member of the Stoddard Lions Club, St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran Church, rural Genoa and a De Soto FFA Alumni. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed playing cards.

Survivors include two sons, Gary and Dan of rural Stoddard; a sister, Joyce Stilwell of Stoddard; and a brother, Robert (Lorraine) Wolfe Sr. of Broadhead; many nieces and nephews and a special friend, Bud Veale, of Stoddard.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Darlene, on Nov. 12, 2001.

Funeral services were held at Monday, Jan. 7, 2013, at the Seland Funeral Home in Coon Valley. The Rev. Paul Kante officiated with burial in Riverside Cemetery, rural Genoa. Friends called on Sunday and on Monday from until service time all at the Seland Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be offered at selandsfuner alhome.com.

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Last Chance was in the news in 2012 as a fire ravaged 45,000 acres in nine hours. (File photo/Brush News-Tribune)

Shelley Griffith is named CEO of Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center in April of last year. (File photo/Brush News-Tribune)

Severe weather wreaks havoc in Morgan County as hail as big as 1 1/2 inches in diameter falls in June. (File photo/Brush News-Tribune)

June Beaver Valley Elementary School teacher Gary Bloemker completes his mission after 32 years of teaching in the Brush School District. The City of Brush announces that Phase 3 of the Downtown Improvement project will begin shortly after the 4th of July holiday. Several Brush Middle School Crusaders receive honors as they break several track records at the Brush Invitational. The Morgan County Antique Tractor and Power Show draws more than 500 in its inaugural event. The Brush School District receives word that it is one of 52 projects in 29 states that will receive grant funding through the USDA. The grant of $285,778 will be used for a distance learning lab for Brush, Pawnee, Prairie and Wiggins School District. Severe weather wreaks havoc in Morgan County as hail as big as 1 1/2 inches in diameter falls. Fifty-six golfers participate in the Morgan County CSU Alumni annual golf tournament, held at Bunker Hill Country Club. Due to dry weather conditions, an executive order banning fire works over the 4th of July is signed by Governor John Hickenlooper. Brush FFA member and chapter secretary Emma Mortensen earns the title of runner-up during the State FFA Creed Speaking event, held in Pueblo. Following their performances at the 2012 State Junior High Rodeo Finals in Monte Vista, CO, Quincy Segelke, Alex Odle and Sydney Odle rode their way into national competition in Gallup, New Mexico for the 2012 National Junior High Finals Rodeo. Tyler Purvis joins the City of Brush where he will serve as the marketing specialist. Fire forces evacuation in Last Chance, closing Highway 71 from Brush to Limon, as well as Highway 36 from Byers to Last Chance. The cause of the fire is listed as a vehicle blowing a tire that caused sparks. National and state USDA officials visit Morgan County where they made the formal announcement regarding the Brush School District will receive grant funding.

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GRU is official. Georgia Regents University officially consolidates Augusta State University (formerly Augusta College) and GEorgia Health Sciences University (formerly Medical College of Georgia) after a vote Tuesday.

An official release was emailed to NBC 26:

Jan. 8, 2012

Regents approve consolidated Georgia Regents University

AUGUSTA, Ga. The consolidation of Augusta State and Georgia Health Sciences universities is official following todays approval of a resolution by the University System of Georgia Board of Regents to form Georgia Regents University.

Today marks an important milestoneforGeorgia Regents University, said GRU President Ricardo Azziz, whotoday wasappointed to leadthe consolidated university. Iam thankfulfor the trust the regents have placed in us and the partnership, support and active engagement exhibited by our faculty, staff, students, alumni, volunteers and friends throughout this consolidation process.

Following approval of a recommendation to consolidate the two universities at its January 2012 meeting, the regents approved the new universitys mission statement in May and the name Georgia Regents University in August.

The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, a regional accrediting body for higher education institutions, affirmed the regents recommendation when it voted to approve the consolidation at its annual meeting in December. The accrediting body will make a site visit in the fall to ensure the new university is complying with accreditation principles and standards. Prior to the visit, university officials are expected to produce a self-study, or an assessment of the school and its operations.

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During a recent Thursday after returning from school, 15-year-old Eryka Joseph took a break from her homework in her bedroom to plop down on a cushy living room chair next to a television stand crammed beneath with board games and videos. Nearby a Christmas tree glowed, sheltering presents under its branches.

Long braided hair framing her face and cascading down to her gray and pink hoodie, the Radnor High School sophomore appeared as relaxed as any Wayne teen would be at home. Her teal-socked feet brushed the floor as she talked passionately about her favorite school subjects that include English and singing in an honors chorus. After high school she hopes to attend an Ivy League university, perhaps Penn or Harvard, and one day become an attorney.

But Joseph is a long way from her family and home in New York. She is one of six students enrolled in the Radnor A Better Chance program.

Radnor A Better Chance is an affiliate of a national program to provide academically promising minority students an opportunity to attend a top-notch school without the financial hardship. The home, a century-old Victorian with a wraparound porch on the 100 block of West Wayne Avenue, has been a base for Radnor A Better Chance for more than 40 years. The students attend Radnor High School, which was named in 2012 as among the nations best high schools by U.S. News & World Report, while boarding at the home during each semester.

In return, say ABC House board members, the high-school community is enriched by a greater diversity of students.

Thats a win-win for both sides, said Anna H. Davis, the boards vice president and a Tredyffrin resident.

Close to 3,000 students nationwide apply each year for admittance to the nonprofit ABC program, which was founded in 1963 during the height of the Civil Rights Movement. The program includes about 300 of the nations leading schools private and public. Radnor ABC is only one of a handful of coed programs in the country, however.

The current class of Radnor ABC students is made up of three males and three females: two freshmen, two sophomores, one junior and one senior. They hail from as far away as Georgia and Queens, N.Y., and as close as Philadelphia, and Wayne is their home away from home.

Each girl has her own bedroom in the main house, which is owned outright by the board, while the boys reside in the carriage house. But everyone eats together in the dining room and comes together for evening study hall.

Their surrogate family currently includes an in-house residence director as well as three tutors one male and two females - who live in apartments in the house or in the rear carriage house, and a paid part-time skilled cook, who everyone reverently refers to as the The Chef. Continued...

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MIRAMAR, Fla. (PRWEB) January 08, 2013

Ross University School of Medicine (RUSM) today announced that it has expanded its affiliation with Cleveland Clinic Florida. RUSM students now have the option of completing internal medicine and surgery training at the teaching hospital in Weston.

Cleveland Clinic Florida, one of the campuses of the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic, is a non-for-profit, multi-specialty, fully integrated medical center. Several of their programs, including internal medicine and surgery, are approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), one of the largest private organizations in the United States responsible for accrediting graduate medical training programs.

Cleveland Clinic Florida offers one of the strongest medical training programs in the state, said Dr. Joseph Flaherty, dean and chancellor at RUSM. Our strengthened relationship with the hospital presents a great opportunity for the more than 400 Ross medical students who are from the region.

RUSM students begin their journey to become physicians on the schools campus in Dominica, located in the West Indies. Students complete a rigorous, four-semester accelerated study program in the basic sciences. The campus features a cutting-edge anatomy and medical imaging laboratory, as well as a simulation center where students begin to develop clinical skills. Students then complete their medical education by taking core and elective clinical rotations in U.S. affiliates such as Cleveland Clinic Florida.

With the addition of the internal medicine and surgery clerkships, RUSM students can choose from nearly 30 clinical clerkships at Cleveland Clinic Florida, including anesthesiology, infectious disease, neurology, plastic surgery, and pulmonary medicine.

In recent months, RUSM has begun or expanded clinical education affiliations with a number of highly regarded teaching hospitals. In May, RUSM entered into a 10-year affiliation agreement with Kern Medical Center in Bakersfield, Calif., which provides about 100 core clinical rotation slots annually to RUSM students. That partnership is the largest clinical affiliation in RUSMs history. RUSM also has added rotations recently at Atlanta Medical Center, Memorial Regional Hospital in South Florida, California Hospital Medical Center in Los Angeles, Calif., and Vanguard MacNeal Hospital in Berwyn, Ill., a suburb of Chicago.

About Ross University School of Medicine

Ross University School of Medicine (RUSM), founded in 1978, is committed to educating a diverse group of skilled physicians to serve as leaders in the US healthcare system. With more than 9,000 alumni, RUSM has become an important part of healthcare education in the United States. RUSM alumni practice in virtually every medical specialty and can be found in every US state. Students complete their foundational studies in Dominica, West Indies, before completing their clinical training in one of RUSMs affiliated teaching hospitals throughout the United States. RUSM is accredited by the Dominican Medical Board and the Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and Other Health Professions. Over the last five years, RUSM has placed more graduates into U.S. residencies than any other medical school in the world. RUSM is part of DeVry Inc. (NYSE: DV, member S&P 400 Index).

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