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Some Baltimore City Community College students to be paid $50 to meet with career advisors under pilot program
Some Baltimore City Community College students will be paid to meet with career counselors under a new grant to keep students enrolled and help them complete their study programs. The grant program, called Expanding Success, awards $125,000 each to BCCC, Prince George’s Community College and Wor-Wic Community College, which serves Worcester and Wicomico counties. Up to 250 eligible students ...
Coach Sylvester Banks described as a role model, father-figure by athletes at Reginald F. Lewis High School
BALTIMORE — One minute, Coach Sylvester Banks is shooting hoops in the gym at Reginald F. Lewis High School. The next minute, he's setting up volleys with volleyball players. Coach Duke, as he's known among his athletes, is a man who wears many hats. He coaches varsity girl's volleyball,...
Apprenticeship program opens doors for students looking to take the next step
Giving young people options, opportunity and hope. That’s what this tour is about here at the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers training facility in Southwest Baltimore.
Peabody Institute Dean Fred Bronstein and Carey Business School Dean Alex Triantis appointed to new terms at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University has announced that two of its deans, Fred Bronstein at the Peabody Institute and Alex Triantis at the Carey Business School, have been appointed to new terms. Bronstein became dean of the Peabody Institute, Hopkins’ conservatory of music and dance, in June of 2014. He has been...
CollegeBound, FOX45 celebrate over 800 soon-to-be college students at luncheon
BALTIMORE, MD (WBFF) — CollegeBound and FOX45 News celebrated over 800 soon-to-be-college students during its 36th annual CollegeBound Scholars Luncheon on Thursday. The program helps Baltimore City Public Schools students with financial aid, scholarships, mentoring, advising, and other resources. FOX45 Morning News Anchor Patrice Sanders emceed the celebration. Mayor...
Mayor Sydnor Invites Laurel Citizens to Peek Behind the Curtain with Fall Citizens University Program
Mayor Keith R. Sydnor is rolling out the red carpet for those looking to peek behind the bureaucratic curtain, launching the 2024 Fall Laurel Citizens University. As announced on the City of Laurel's official website, this program promises a deep dive into the inner workings of city operations, shining a light on everything from budgets and parks to emergency management and the police force.
Laurel Citizens University: Learn About Your Local Government
Laurel, MD - [July 24, 2024) Are you a resident or business owner within the City limits of Laurel? Would you like to gain a better understanding of how your local government functions?. Mayor Keith R. Sydnor is excited to open applications for the 2024 Fall Laurel Citizens University. This...
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