Since its initial deployment in 2013, Genedata Biologics has become a core part of GSK’s Large Molecule Discovery team’s antibody discovery data platform, automating lab operations and data streams from diverse discovery projects. Genedata Biologics directly integrates with GSK’s automation systems to generate, express, and purify large numbers of candidates, followed by high-throughput characterization and lead evaluation. Automated cloning and expression runs generate a substantial number of data and metadata points that Genedata Biologics can store and help cascade to downstream consumers across the organization.
The system offers real-time access to all critical data to GSK’s scientists, managers, and executives, which promotes synergies within and across projects. The Genedata platform also enables users across R&D to monitor program performance, resource and project planning, and task prioritization.
“We are pleased that GSK, one of the leading innovators in the development of novel biopharmaceuticals, has decided to expand the use of Genedata Biologics as their foundation platform for guided biotherapeutics discovery,” said Othmar Pfannes, Ph.D., CEO of Genedata. “Digital transformation is opening new horizons in biopharmaceutical R&D, and we are excited that our platform is helping GSK to develop innovative biotherapies faster.”
About Genedata Genedata transforms data into intelligence with innovative software solutions that incorporate extensive biopharma R&D domain knowledge. Multinational biopharmaceutical organizations and cutting-edge biotechs around the globe rely on Genedata to digitalize and automate data-rich and complex R&D processes. From early discovery all the way to the clinic, Genedata solutions help maximize the ROI in R&D expenditure. Founded in 1997, Genedata is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland with additional offices in Boston, London, Munich, San Francisco, Singapore, and Tokyo. http://www.genedata.com LinkedIn | X | YouTube
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PWC takes a three-pronged approach in supporting children and families by embedding social workers and teaching artists in schools. It provides trauma-informed counseling in schools, community-based programming and gifted teaching artists to help children find their voices through the arts. It serves K-12 age students in 48 public schools.
“Rudin is pleased to welcome Partnership with Children to our growing roster of diverse organizations that choose One Battery Park Plaza as their new home,” said Michael Rudin, Co-CEO of Rudin.
Including a flexible layout, kitchen, lounge, wellness room, and collaborative work spaces, the new location has already hosted high-energy staff meetings and a ribbon-cutting reception. With proximity to four of the five boroughs from southernmost Manhattan, it will support the organization in expanding and deepening its services in schools over the next several years.
Additionally, there are plans to mentor high school interns and offer field trips to students in the adjacent Battery with its gardens, urban farm and historic monuments.
“As advocates for our students’ brightest possible futures, we foster aspirational thinking and encourage them to dream big and bold. PWC is also dedicated to the vibrancy of the city that will welcome them as leaders,” Pierre added. “We are proud to be part of a community that offers the old and new with optimism.”
About PWC: Since 1908, Partnership with Children (PWC) has strengthened the emotional, social, and cognitive skills of children in New York City to succeed in school, society, and life. PWC embeds full-time, licensed clinical social workers, youth development specialists, and teaching artists in schools to provide young people growing up in poverty with trauma-informed mental health counseling, family outreach, community-based programming, and healing-based arts education. Through this targeted approach, PWC addresses the unique mental health challenges of our communities and empowers our students to build the skills necessary to break cycles of poverty and become advocates for their communities. Last year, PWC’s work impacted over 27,000 children and families across 48 NYC public schools. http://www.partnershipwithchildren.org
The knowledge, expertise and guidance of cybersecurity professionals in organisations help increase awareness of vulnerability and learn about what is required to protect organisations or healthcare professionals. Most healthcare professionals know that to help people live better lives, they have to help them understand the impact of the lifestyle choices they make.
Therefore, they are usually fully invested in informing, educating and supporting people in making good choices. In most organisations, cybersecurity is moving in the same direction and can no longer be the Department of NO.
This webinar will help attendees understand why cybersecurity is important and why organisations are adopting some of the policies and processes that they are. The expert speaker will talk about the value of health data and why health organizations are being increasingly targeted. The attendees will get to learn about the big business of ransomware and extortion and how it is evolving and increasing risk.
The speaker will also delve into all the things that people and organisations can and are doing to protect systems, data and people, and how attendees can make a difference in their organisations by understanding the importance and impact of cybersecurity.
Register for this webinar today to understand the importance of cybersecurity in healthcare and explore the delicate balance between operational efficiency and data protection in life-saving environments.
Join Penny Longman, Director, Information Security, Fraser Health Authority, Vancouver, Canada, for the live webinar on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at 1pm EDT (10am PDT).
For more information, or to register for this event, visit Cybersecurity in Healthcare – How it Started, How it is Going and Why it Matters.
ABOUT XTALKS
Xtalks, powered by Honeycomb Worldwide Inc., is a leading provider of educational webinars and digital content to the global life science, food, healthcare and medical device communities. Every year, thousands of industry practitioners (from pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, healthcare and medical device companies, private & academic research institutions, healthcare centers, etc.) turn to Xtalks for access to quality content. Xtalks helps professionals stay current with industry developments, regulations and jobs. Xtalks webinars also provide perspectives on key issues from top industry thought leaders and service providers.
This webinar was designed specifically for MedTech leaders and will highlight ways Slack can help improve sales and service team communication as well as how automated workflows can reduce manual work and increase overall productivity. Slack provides a unified platform for real-time data and communication that can lead to a 28 percent increase in sales productivity and a 23 percent boost in win rates. Using Slack’s artificial intelligence (AI)-powered search capabilities, Slack helps Medtech organizations speed up service case resolution times by 36 percent and improve customer satisfaction by 12 percent.
The attendees will also get to learn more about Slack features like real-time customer relationship management (CRM) data access, automated pipeline and opportunity updates and collaborative deal rooms that enable sales teams to manage complex sales cycles efficiently, ensuring they can make informed decisions quickly and close deals faster.
The benefits of modernizing commercial operations do not end when the deal is closed. This webinar will also demonstrate how to improve inventory management through integration with warehouse management systems, real-time order tracking and technician coordination.
Join experts from Slack from Salesforce, Carly Wennogle, Principal Healthcare Solutions Engineer; and Nick Crowley, Slack Specialist, for the live webinar on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 2pm EDT (11am PDT).
Xtalks, powered by Honeycomb Worldwide Inc., is a leading provider of educational webinars and digital content to the global life science, food, healthcare and medical device communities. Every year, thousands of industry practitioners (from pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, healthcare and medical device companies, private & academic research institutions, healthcare centers, etc.) turn to Xtalks for access to quality content. Xtalks helps professionals stay current with industry developments, regulations and jobs. Xtalks webinars also provide perspectives on key issues from top industry thought leaders and service providers.
The latest release, Genedata Selector 10, introduces a web-based workflow editor that simplifies NGS data management and enables scientists to rapidly prototype and refine their data analysis workflows throughout the R&D process. The intuitive user interface fosters collaboration among scientists with diverse scientific backgrounds and bioinformatics expertise, accelerating the accurate analysis of NGS data and efficient sharing of results. Furthermore, a new automation engine has been introduced, offering innovative ways to achieve scalability goals with HPC clusters and AWS batch.
Genedata Selector 10 comes equipped with out-of-the-box Playbooks integrated with Nextflow to streamline metadata submission, sample registration, NGS data processing, analysis, and reporting. This enables automated and intuitive visualization of genotype-phenotype relationships. As a single source of truth, Genedata Selector facilitates metadata integration and connection to existing software and databases through Playbooks and APIs. To streamline insight generation and hypothesis testing, the latest release also supports genome editing and virtual genomes, including plasmid and vector management, as well as tracking and sharing project results across teams.
“We remain committed to addressing the changing needs of agricultural biotech R&D organizations through the automation and next-generation scalability powered by Genedata Selector,” said Othmar Pfannes, Ph.D., CEO of Genedata. “The latest release of Genedata Selector accelerates the development of innovative agricultural biotechnology products by enabling R&D organizations to harness the power of NGS to contribute to global nutritional advancements and sustainability.”
Editorial Note: To learn how Genedata Selector 10 can transform agricultural biotechnology R&D, click here.
About Genedata Genedata transforms data into intelligence with innovative software solutions that incorporate extensive biotech, agriscience, and biopharma R&D domain knowledge. Multinational biopharmaceutical organizations and cutting-edge biotechs around the globe rely on Genedata to digitalize and automate data-rich and complex R&D processes. From early discovery all the way to the product, Genedata solutions help maximize the ROI in R&D expenditure. Founded in 1997, Genedata is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland with additional offices in Boston, London, Munich, San Francisco, Singapore, and Tokyo. http://www.genedata.com LinkedIn | X | YouTube
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Navigating the Future of Healthcare with AI Just last week, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) reorganized its structure to streamline and enhance its technology, cybersecurity, data, and AI strategy and policy functions. This pivotal change is anticipated to accelerate federal regulation of health data and AI, highlighting the sector’s dynamic evolution. (2) This is just an example of why healthcare enterprises must strategically plan their next moves to adapt to these shifting regulations and stay competitive.
The Evolve Conference will delve into some of the most relevant trends shaping the sector, such as:
AI-Driven Personalized Medicine: Tools in this area are set to revolutionize patient care by customizing treatments based on individual genetic profiles and health data. Recent advancements, such as using deep reinforcement learning (DRL) to create adaptive therapy schedules for prostate cancer, have shown potential to significantly improve outcomes. (3)
Telehealth and Remote Patient Monitoring: The rapid expansion of telehealth since the COVID-19 pandemic includes AI-powered call centers, telehealth platforms, wearable devices, and home monitoring systems. These innovations have improved patient care and accessibility but require informed decisions on build versus buy strategies, operational sponsorship, and integration of advanced hybrid and cloud capabilities. (4)
AI in Anomaly Detection: This trend focuses on protecting patient data amid rising concerns over breaches and privacy violations. Advanced machine learning enhances anomaly detection accuracy, reducing false positives from 90% to 30%, and strengthening security posture. (5) Effective handling of growing data volumes is crucial for maintaining optimal performance in an evolving landscape.
“Healthcare as a whole is on the brink of a transformative era,” explains Sarah Danielson, Senior Director of Healthcare Strategy and Advisory at Trace3. “AI-driven personalized medicine provides an opportunity to deliver health outcomes more equitably, at scale, extending the reach of an over-burdened clinical workforce. The advancements we’re witnessing today underscore the profound impact AI will have on patient access, health outcomes, – care quality, and the cost of care for populations.”
With over 20 years of experience in the healthcare sector, Danielson will be one of the spokespeople at the Evolve Technology Conference and the exclusive media event. She will be joined by Rich Fennessy (CEO), Joe Quaglia (President), Tony Olzak (CTO), and Asher Lohman (VP, Data & Analytics) from the Trace3 team.
The Evolve Technology Conference, hosted by Trace3, will take place September 11-13, 2024. Evolve will feature general sessions, intimate breakout sessions, and networking events, making it the premier IT leadership and technology conference in the region. Attendees will have the opportunity to build lasting partnerships, discover innovative solutions, and unlock their organization’s potential. Invited reporters will be able to participate in the media event featuring a closed-door briefing and Q&A session.
About Trace3: Today there is a great deal of noise in the technology industry around AI, but not much practical intelligence is offered. Trace3, based in Irvine, California, delivers over 20 years of expertise in delivering innovation in the form of emerging technology, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to change this – and drive its implementation across enterprises. Their elite engineering and dynamic innovation provide convergent solutions that embrace emerging technology and drive measurable value. Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Trace3 believes that ALL Possibilities Live in AI. For more information, visit http://www.trace3.com.
References: 1. Duarte, Fabio. “AI Market Size Statistics (2023).” Exploding Topics, 26 June 2023, explodingtopics.com/blog/ai-market-size-stats. 2. Palmer, Katie. “Federal Regulation of Health Data and AI Expected to Get a Boost after HHS Revamp.” STAT, 25 July 2024, statnews.com/2024/07/25/hhs-health-data-artificial-intelligence-federal-regulation/. Accessed 25 July 2024. 3. Verma, Siddharth. “University of Oxford Researchers Revolutionize Prostate Cancer Therapy with AI.” Educationpost.in, 17 June 2024, educationpost.in/news/education/university-of-oxford-researchers-revolutionize-prostate-cancer-therapy-with-ai. Accessed 25 July 2024. 4. Marr, Bernard. “The 10 Biggest Trends Revolutionizing Healthcare in 2024.” Forbes, 3 Oct. 2023, forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/10/03/the-10-biggest-trends-revolutionizing-healthcare-in-2024/. 5. TRACE3. Artificial Intelligence Solution Design Case Study: Protecting Patient Data with Machine Learning. 2024.
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The DEI® is the world’s most comprehensive benchmarking tool for the Fortune 1000 and Am Law 200 to measure disability workplace inclusion against competitors.
In 2024, 542 corporations, including 71 Fortune 100 and 220 Fortune 500, utilized the Disability Equality Index to benchmark their disability inclusion efforts. Of those participating, less than half received the highest score.
“On behalf of Highmark Health, it’s an absolute honor to be recognized by the Disability Equality Index and an even greater privilege to collaborate alongside our remarkable team members who work tirelessly to foster an inclusive space for all,” said Margaret Larkins-Pettigrew, MD, MEd, MPPM, FACOG; senior vice president; chief clinical, diversity, equity and inclusion officer of the Enterprise Institute of Equitable Health at Highmark Health. “Achieving the highest possible score – for ten years running – inspires us to continue this work and strive for an even more inclusive workforce that best reflects the patients, members and customers across the communities we serve.”
This year’s recognition measures culture and leadership; enterprise-wide access; employment practices (benefits, recruitment, employment, education, retention and advancement, accommodations); community engagement; supplier diversity; and non-U.S. operations.
Additionally, 2024 marks the first year that the Index incorporates countries beyond the United States, now including data insights from Brazil, Canada, Germany, India, Japan, the Philippines and the United Kingdom. Globally, people with disabilities represent 1.3 billion individuals, according to the DEI.
“On the 10th anniversary of the Disability Equality Index, we’re extremely proud of the 542 national and international companies that are taking a proactive role in leading progress towards disability inclusion, setting a benchmark for others to follow. Their dedication to fostering inclusive workplaces not only attracts top talent but also drives innovation and creates sustainable performance in today’s global market. Together, we are creating a future where everyone can contribute and thrive,” said Jill Houghton, President and CEO of Disability:IN.
Among those practices earning Highmark Health the “Best Place to Work” recognition are programs and partnerships that help to recruit people with disabilities, including executive sponsorship of the business case for recruiting, hiring and developing people with disabilities, a national advisory council; supplier diversity and provider diversity programs; and enterprise-wide support of business resources groups (BRGs) through which employees with disabilities get involved in workplace, marketplace and community-wide programs.
Highmark Health’s Abilities Business Resource Group (BRG) raises awareness about the needs of, and offers support to, people with disabilities and their caregivers in the workplace, marketplace and community.
The Abilities BRG encourages workplace inclusion, equality of opportunity and best practices in recruitment. Its members also build community partnerships through educational-to-career experiences for students with disabilities, advocate accessibility to Highmark Health facilities, act as a champion for customers with disabilities, and serve as a voice for those who care for or support people with disabilities.
The DEI was launched in 2015 by Disability:IN and the AAPD and is acknowledged today as the most robust disability inclusion assessment tool in business. Now in its tenth year, the DEI exists to help businesses make a positive impact on the unemployment/underemployment of people with disabilities.
About The Disability Equality Index® The Disability Equality Index (DEI) is a comprehensive benchmarking tool that helps companies build a roadmap of measurable, tangible actions that they can take to achieve disability inclusion and equality. Each company receives a score, on a scale of zero (0) to 100, with those earning 80 and above recognized as a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion”.
The DEI is a joint initiative of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), the nation’s largest disability rights organization, and Disability:IN, the global business disability inclusion network, to collectively advance the inclusion of people with disabilities. The organizations are complementary and bring unique strengths that make the project relevant and credible to corporations and the disability community. The tool was developed by the DEI Advisory Committee, a diverse group of business leaders, policy experts, and disability advocates. Learn more at: http://www.DisabilityEqualityIndex.org.
About the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) AAPD is a convener, connector, and catalyst for change, increasing the political and economic power for people with disabilities. As a national cross-disability rights organization AAPD advocates for full civil rights for the 60+ million Americans with disabilities. Learn more at: http://www.aapd.com.
About Disability:IN® Disability:IN is a global organization driving disability inclusion and equality in business. More than 500 corporations partner with Disability:IN to create long-term business and social impact through the world’s most comprehensive disability inclusion benchmarking and reporting tool, the Disability Equality Index (DEI); best-in-class conferences and programs; expert counsel and engagement; and public policy leadership. Join us at disabilityin.org/AreYouIN #AreYouIN.
About Highmark Health Highmark Health, a Pittsburgh, PA-based enterprise that employs more than 42,000 people who serve millions of Americans across the country, is the parent company of Highmark Inc., Allegheny Health Network, enGen, and Helion. Highmark Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates provide health insurance to 7 million members in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Delaware, and New York, as well as dental insurance, and related health products through a national network of diversified businesses. Allegheny Health Network is an integrated delivery network in western Pennsylvania comprised of 14 hospitals, more than 2,600 affiliated physicians, ambulatory surgery centers, an employed physician organization, home and community-based health services, a research institute, a group purchasing organization, and health and wellness pavilions. enGen is focused on meeting the information technology platform and other business needs of the Highmark Health enterprise as well as unaffiliated health insurance plans by providing proven business processes, expert knowledge, and integrated cloud-based platforms. Helion works with payers to cultivate high-performing networks while empowering providers to operate at their best. To learn more, visit http://www.highmarkhealth.org.
At-Home Care Itinerary: Personalized patient care plans guide patients through daily tasks such as recording vitals and surveys, with access to a nurse on demand.
Direct Communication with Providers: Patients can securely message and complete video calls with their healthcare providers.
Help Button: A “call for help” button to immediately connect with the patient’s care team.
Vital Tracking: Patients and their care team can monitor vital signs such as blood pressure, glucose levels, and heart rate, with the option to view their full vital history, directly from the app.
Appointment Management: Patients stay informed about when a care team member is scheduled to visit by checking upcoming appointments and receiving reminders as the appointment time approaches.
Virtual Visits: The ability for specialists, interpreters, or family members to participate in virtual video visits.
“Inbound InHome is a major step forward for the growing advanced care at home industry because it eliminates many of the operational challenges of serving patients at home,” said Dave Kerwar, CEO of Inbound Health. “Prior to the development of the app, patients and caregivers relied on manual and time-consuming processes throughout the care episode.”
The app is an important component of Inbound InHome, a proprietary patient management and analytics platform by Inbound Health tailored for advanced in-home care. This platform integrates multiple in-home care solutions into one, streamlining the identification, coordination, and monitoring of patients by eliminating manual workflows. Inbound InHome utilizes machine learning models to enable health systems to promptly identify suitable candidates for home hospital care and proactively detect risks during their care journey. It also features a workflow application that automates logistical tasks throughout the care process, along with device-agnostic patient monitoring capabilities that integrate devices, wearables, and in-home sensors.
Exclusively available to patients enrolled in care at home programs using the Inbound InHome platform, the app comes pre-installed on iPads provided to program patients. It adheres to stringent data security and privacy standards, incorporating encrypted messaging and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
About Inbound Health
Inbound Health provides a full stack of capabilities that enable health systems and health plans to offer hospital and skilled nursing facility-level care in the home. With a commitment to quality and compassionate care, Inbound Health has treated over 8,000 patients across 350+ DRGs and counting and will further customize the care model to the needs and strategies of its partners. Learn more at http://www.inboundhealth.com.
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Mployer has named more than 500 winners in over 50 regions as part of its fourth annual 2024 awards. The class of 2024 winners account for less than 5% of all brokerages nationwide.
NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Mployer, the industry-leader in providing employee benefits research, ratings, and reviews, has named over 750 brokerage office winners nationally in more than 50 regions as part of its fourth annual “Top Employee Benefits Consultant Awards” for 2024.
Mployer’s Top Employee Benefits Consultant Award Program evaluates each benefits broker and consultant office based on their depth of experience across employer industries, sizes, and plan design features, as well as employer client ratings and reviews.
“We are proud to recognize this distinct group of 2024 top-rated insurance advisors as part of our fourth annual Top Employee Benefits Consultant Awards,” said Brian Freeman, CEO of Mployer. “Employer-sponsored healthcare and benefits provide care for over 160M Americans. Who an employer selects as their benefits advisor and their plan design has more impact on employee cost and satisfaction than who an employer chooses as the insurance carrier. We have rated each broker using our proprietary M Score and applaud the winners’ demonstrated commitment to service, quality, and positive employer experience.”
In Columbus, Ohio, Mployer has named over 25 benefit brokerages as top brokerages with several of the highest-scoring winners in the market listed below. The Columbus, Ohio job markets are among the most competitive in the U.S. Midwest region, employing more than 1.2 million people. Offering competitive employee benefits is a critical factor in hiring top talent for the region’s employers. Finding and partnering with a highly-rated insurance consultant is imperative to attracting and retaining talent in any market.
Several of the “Top Employee Benefits Consultant Awards” for Columbus, Ohio include:
To see the full list of Top Employee Benefit Consultant Award winners for Columbus, Ohio, visit Mployer. The above winners are a snapshot of Mployer’s matrices and proprietary M Score as of July 2024.
Mployer is transforming employee benefits by empowering employers and leading benefit consultants to easily assess, rate, and communicate the value of employee benefits. Providing industry-first transparency through unbiased research, benchmarking, and advanced analytics, our goal is to support employers and brokers in providing benefit plans that optimize costs and employee-employer relationships. To learn more about Mployer, visithttps://mployeradvisor.com and follow us on LinkedIn.
Disclaimer: Rankings are dynamic, and this report may not reflect the rankings currently listed on Mployer’s website. Because Mployer’s research is ongoing, interested companies that want to join next year’s list are encouraged to claim their free profile on Mployer.
A grant from Arthur Vining Davis Foundations funds a new professional learning offering to engage campuses in respectful conversations that advance mutual understanding
NEW YORK and WASHINGTON, July 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Amid deepening divisions within our nation and communities and an increasingly polarized civic landscape on and off campus, it is more important than ever to prepare students to engage in meaningful, trusting dialogue with one another. In response, the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) today announced a new grant from the Arthur Vining Davis Foundations (AVDF) to support the creation of a first-of-its-kind online course and credential in deliberative discourse.
Designed for college and university faculty, the course will strengthen faculty, staff, and students’ ability to engage with each other in respectful ways that advance mutual understanding, particularly when encountering meaningful differences of belief, opinion, or thought. The offering will be developed and delivered by the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE), the nation’s leader in quality teaching and faculty development.
Distributed through ACUE’s presence on hundreds of campuses, as well as CIC’s membership of more than 600 independent colleges and universities, the online course offering will:
• Allow college educators to develop the skills to facilitate more effective conversations among students in class, online, and on campus;
• Utilize ACUE’s experience as the creator and provider of the highest-quality courses, pathways, and certifications;
• Feature demonstration videos and scenarios so educators have opportunities to envision themselves and their students in situations where best practices for productive discussions are needed; and
• Share information from leading experts, practitioners, and peers.
“Students with diverse backgrounds and beliefs come together in class. It’s imperative that professors have the skills and confidence to engage these differences in productive ways,” said Jonathan Gyurko, ACUE president and cofounder. “This new credential, thanks to the generous support of AVDF and ACUE’s longstanding collaboration with CIC, will prepare college instructors to foster the tolerant and respectful conditions necessary for learning and mutual understanding.”
This collaboration is an extension of a partnership between CIC and ACUE, grounded in Belong: An Inclusive Learning Community, a network of CIC member colleges and universities dedicated to making their campuses more welcoming and inclusive. Once the new course in deliberative discourse is finalized in Spring 2025, this ACUE offering will be made available at no additional cost to all members of the Belong community, providing thousands of faculty members with access to this essential and timely resource.
About CIC
The Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) is an association of more than 700 nonprofit independent colleges and universities, state-based councils of independent colleges, and other higher education affiliates, that works to support college and university leadership, advance institutional excellence, and enhance public understanding of independent higher education’s contributions to society. CIC offers conferences, seminars, reports, and other programs and services that help independent institutions improve educational quality, administrative and financial performance, student outcomes, and institutional visibility. To learn more visit cic.org.
About the Arthur Vining Davis Foundations
The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations were organized in 1952 and are supported by two trusts established by Mr. Arthur Vining Davis. The Foundations aim to bear witness to Mr. Davis’ successful corporate leadership and his ambitious philanthropic vision. Since their inception, the Foundations have given over 4,600 grants totaling more than $385 million to colleges and universities, hospitals, medical schools, and divinity schools. To learn more visit avdf.org.
About ACUE
The Association of College and University Educators’ (ACUE) mission is to ensure student success through quality instruction. ACUE delivers the highest-quality courses, pathways, and certifications with quick-to-implement practices that make a huge impact on student success. ACUE Certified instructors are shown to boost persistence and completion for students, improve faculty confidence and engagement and help institutions meet their strategic goals. Endorsed by the American Council on Education, ACUE’s online, cohort-based, courses are delivered through institutional partnerships and open enrollment courses and are higher education’s only provider of nationally recognized teaching certifications. To learn more visit acue.org.
