Henley-Putnam University Announces New Advisory Board for Strategic Security & Protection Management Program

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) June 21, 2011

Henley-Putnam University today unveiled a robust and highly esteemed Board of Advisors, formed specifically to expand and enhance the Universitys Strategic Security & Protection Management (SS&PM) Program.

Dean Dr. Linda Florence tapped several industry leaders who bring an unparalleled breadth of talent and depth of experience to the University.

Strategic Security & Protection Management Program Advisory Board Members (In alpha order)

Quincy Animal Health Names Esteemed Researcher and Leading Clinician to Scientific Advisory Board

Madison, WI (Vocus) December 14, 2010

Quincy Animal Health, a leader in canine cognitive health and manufacturer of Neutricks is pleased to announce the addition of two highly qualified veterinary professionals to its Scientific Advisory Board.

Gary Landsberg, D.V.M. is a board certified veterinary behaviorist. He is a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists and is one of their past presidents and is also a diplomate of the European College of Behavioural Medicine and is presently on their executive board. He publishes, studies, researches and lectures extensively in field of veterinary behavior and has a special interest in canine and feline cognitive dysfunction and is a frequent speaker on behavioral topics at veterinary conferences around the world, has coauthored a number of veterinary behavioral texts and chapters.

Ken Lambrecht, D.V.M. is the founding owner and Medical Director of Westside Family Pet Clinic in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Lambrecht has held national board positions with the American Animal Hospital Association and currently serves as the Chair of the Educational Committee for the Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association. He is a leader in senior pet care and in the use of nutritional supplements for preventative and therapeutic purposes.

We are very excited to include such highly-regarded thought leaders as Dr. Landsberg and Dr. Lambrecht, said David Merrick, Quincy Animal Health General Manager. They recognized the uniqueness of our technology to improve brain function in aging companion animals and were glad to join our board. We are looking forward to their contributions in research and product development.

About Quincy Animal Health

Quincy Animal Health, LLC markets Neutricks, a new evidence-based chewable supplement to aid in the treatment of canine cognitive dysfunction. The product uses technology developed by parent company Quincy Bioscience, a biotechnology company based in Madison, Wisconsin. Quincy Bioscience is focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel compounds to fight the aging process. The company's products focus on restoring calcium balance related to neurodegenerative disorders and other destructive age-related mechanisms.

More information can be found at http://www.quincyanimalhealth.com.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Don't Forget - Pearson's Common Core Virtual Conference Kicks Off Tuesday, February 22

New York, NY (PRWEB) February 21, 2011

What: Common Core Virtual Conference for Everyone Transitioning to the New State Standards

Four days of free online access to high-quality information to guide educators through the goals and background of the Common Core State Standards and tips for a successful implementation in districts and schools
Common Core authors and knowledge leaders to offer a range of virtual panels, presentations, and interactive demonstrations, including information on next-generation assessment and professional development opportunities tied to the Common Core
Register at http://www.pearsonschool.com/2011CommonCoreVcon

Who & When:

Common Core expert presentations (all sessions at Eastern Standard Time) will include:

February 22

11 a.m. - Dr. Jane Schielack, Professor of Mathematics at Texas A&M University - Interpreting and Implementing the Common Core State Standards in Mathematics K-8
Noon - Dr. Freddy Hiebert, Adjunct Professor in the Graduate School of Education at the University of California, Berkeley - The Common Core State Standards of Text Complexity: What does it mean? How can we make it happen?
1 p.m. - Dr. Hung Hsi-Wu, Member of the Mathematics K-12 Common Core State Standards Development Team and Professor of Mathematics at the University of California, Berkeley - What is different about the Common Core Mathematics Standards?
2 p.m. - Ciprinao Munoz, Senior Assessment Specialist at Pearson, and Christine Rozunick, Manager of Science Content Development with Pearson's Assessment and Information Group - Formative and Interim Assessments: What they are and how they could be used as a part of a comprehensive system to assess the Common Core State Standards

February 23

11 a.m. - Dr. William McCallum, Lead on the Mathematics K-12 Common Core State Standards Development Team, Distinguished Professor of Mathematics, and Head of the Department of Mathematics at the University of Arizona - Focus and Coherence in the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics
Noon - Evelyn Arroyo, Author and Founder of A+RISE: Research-based Instructional Strategies for ELLs - Instructional Strategies for English Language Learners
1 p.m. - Phil Daro, Chair of the Mathematics College and Career Readiness Common Core State Standards Workgroup, Member of the Writing Team for the Mathematics K-12 Common Core Standards Committee, and Senior Fellow at America's Choice - Common Core Mathematics Instruction
2 p.m. - Dr. Skip Fennell, Member of the Mathematics K-12 Common Core State Standards Development Team, Professor of Education at McDaniel College, and Past-president of the National Council for Teachers of Mathematics - Common Core State Standards - What are they; how did we get here and what's next?

February 24

11 a.m. - Grant Wiggins, President of Authentic Education - Understanding by Design
1 p.m. - Sally Hampton, Chair of the English Language Arts College and Career Readiness Common Core State Standards Workgroup, Member of the English Language Arts K-12 Common Core State Standards Committee, and Senior Fellow at America's Choice - Common Core English Language Arts Instruction
2 p.m. - Shilpi Niyogi, Executive Vice President, National Services, Pearson - Next Generation Assessments: Preparing Students to be College and Career Ready

February 25

10 a.m. - Karen Wixson, Member of the English Language Arts K-12 Common Core State Standards Development Team and Professor of Education at the University of Michigan - CCSS-Reading: Not the Big 5 Anymore
11 a.m. until 4 p.m. - Curriculum and the Common Core: How Pearson solutions are helping teachers meet the Common Core State Standards and how educators can use these programs to effectively transition

Where: Register at http://www.pearsonschool.com/2011CommonCoreVcon

All webinars are archived for later access

Contact: Kate Miller, Pearson, kate(dot)miller(at)pearson(dot) com; 800-745-8489

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