*San Francisco, CA -* Financial education for students can take a game-changing turn with the introduction of Terrance Amen’s groundbreaking book, ‘FBC: Family Business Circle – Creating Generational Wealth, Using the Money You’re Already Spending.’ This revolutionary plan has the potential to reshape the financial destinies of students and their families, offering straightforward yet innovative strategies to cultivate generational wealth through everyday expenses. In an era where financial literacy is often lacking, Amen’s vision extends beyond personal success. He envisions a collective effort to channel funds back into families and communities, with the core knowledge accessible through his free e-book, for a limited time.

Amen’s newly established company, Family Business Circle LLC, is on a mission to empower students, families, churches, and other member organizations to retain more of their existing spending. As Amen eloquently puts it, while students, families, and churches can embark on this journey independently, why not amplify their impact by recapturing funds they spend outside their immediate circles? The company doesn’t just promote financial independence; it encourages ownership for students and their families to take control of their financial futures. Moreover, it offers commissions on everyday products and services.

Amen asserts that achieving financial prosperity doesn’t require complex strategies; it follows a model that successful corporations have employed for centuries. “FBC: Family Business Circle” challenges conventional notions of personal finance, offering a fresh perspective. By harnessing the potential of daily spending, transforming liabilities into assets, and charting a path to enduring wealth, this book brings about a profound shift in financial thinking.

Terrance Amen emphasizes that this book is not just a guide; it’s a catalyst for individual transformation that positively impacts students and their families, churches, and organizations. “The untapped potential lies within your monthly expenses,” Amen explains. “FBC: Family Business Circle” reveals how you can convert your spending into generational wealth. It’s a powerful tool for empowerment, enabling students, families, and organizations to build a legacy of prosperity.

What makes “FBC: Family Business Circle” unique is its universal relevance. The principles it outlines are equally applicable to students and families striving for financial security, as well as nonprofit organizations working to strengthen their missions. The book’s guidance empowers readers to turn their monthly expenditures into a dynamic wealth-building engine.

For a limited time, students and readers alike can access a free e-book of “FBC: Family Business Circle” by clicking on this Amazon link. Amen encourages them to share the link with family, friends, fellow students, and to leave their ratings and reviews after reading. For more information and to support the company, please visit familybusinesscircle.com.

*About the Author:*
Terrance Amen is a visionary author and entrepreneur on a mission to guide individuals, families, churches, and other organizations toward financial independence. Through his innovative approach presented in “FBC: Family Business Circle,” he aims to empower readers to rewrite their financial narratives and establish generational wealth.

*For press inquiries, please contact:*
Terrance Amen
Email: press@familybusinesscircle.com
Phone: 415-767-8599

New York, US, Sept. 18 – When it comes to choosing a college major, a study from CFA Institute, the global association of investment professionals, found that students believe that business and finance degrees offer the best career prospects, according to nearly 10,000 current students and recent graduates, aged 18-25. The 2023 Global Graduate Outlook Survey gleans insights from recent graduates to inform current students as they head back to campus for the 2023-24 academic year.

As today’s students start planning for their careers, it is important to carefully select a major that best aligns with their passions and sets them up for long-term success. The research found that finance and STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) subjects were the career fields that graduates consider the most stable. Aligning with that preference, business and finance were also seen as the most valuable degrees, followed by engineering, technology and medicine.

“Despite the uncertainty created by the pandemic, students and recent graduates across the world feel positive about their career prospects, most notably in finance, which now enjoys the confidence of more graduates than any other profession,” said Margaret Franklin, CFA, President and CEO, CFA Institute.

In addition to wanting to pursue majors that support their post-graduate goals, respondents said they possess a determination to make a positive societal and environmental contribution through their careers. More than three-fourths of American graduates (87%) say it’s important that they make a positive societal and environmental contribution.

Regardless of the degree or career path chosen, the value of pursuing a degree remains paramount to recent graduates. Roughly three-quarters of graduates say pursuing a degree was worth it (77%) and that their career prospects have improved by undertaking a degree (74%). As students get back in the swing of studying this academic year, they can feel empowered by the value of their degree to their future success and career opportunities.

In addition, as current students begin to weigh different career options, there is no better time to learn about the possibilities of finance careers. Within the financial system, there are numerous opportunities to pursue diverse career paths that can both make positive social changes and provide career success for years to come. To learn more about careers in finance, students can visit: https://www.cfainstitute.org/en/programs/cfa/charterholder-careers/roles

Notes to Editors:

The Global Graduate Outlook Survey was conducted as an online survey, fielded by Dynata from April 12-24, 2023 among a sample of 9,437 respondents studying for a bachelor’s degree or higher, or who have graduated with a bachelor’s or higher within the last three years, aged 18-25. Respondents were from the UK, US, Canada, India, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong SAR, UAE, Germany, Spain, France, Brazil, and Mexico. The full results of the 2023 Global Graduate Outlook Survey can be viewed here. The full results for the 2021 Global Graduate Outlook Survey can be found here.  For further information, please contact pr@cfainstitute.org.

About CFA Institute

CFA Institute is the global association of investment professionals that sets the standard for professional excellence and credentials. The organization is a champion of ethical behavior in investment markets and a respected source of knowledge in the global financial community. Our aim is to create an environment where investors’ interests come first, markets function at their best, and economies grow. There are more than 190,000 CFA charterholders worldwide in more than 160 markets. CFA Institute has nine offices worldwide and 160 local societies. For more information, visit www.cfainstitute.org or follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter at @CFAInstitute.

About Dynata

Dynata is the world’s largest first-party data company for insights, activation and measurement. With a reach that encompasses nearly 70 million consumers and business professionals globally, and an extensive library of individual profile attributes collected through surveys, Dynata is the cornerstone for precise, trustworthy quality data. The company has built innovative data services and solutions around its robust first-party data offering to bring the voice of the customer to the entire marketing continuum — from uncovering insights to activating campaigns and measuring cross-channel marketing ROI. Dynata serves more than 6,000 market research, media and advertising agencies, publishers, consulting and investment firms and corporate customers in North America, South America, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Learn more at www.dynata.com.

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For further information please contact pr@cfainstitute.org

AI powering new study experiences that enhance student learning

San Francisco – September 14, 2023 – Ahead of back-to-school season, global learning platform Quizlet announced a series of new study tools designed to help students return to the classroom with renewed confidence this school year. These new products deliver more AI-powered resources to Quizlet’s 60 million monthly active users, combining cognitive science and artificial intelligence to help students study more effectively and efficiently.

Joining well-known and beloved study tools, including Flashcards and Learn and Test, this back-to-school Quizlet introduced:

● Magic Notes: With Magic Notes, students can upload their class notes to Quizlet and instantly and automatically turn them into flashcards, practice tests, and more. Whether notes are hand-written or digital, this AI-powered solution gets users ready to study in mere seconds, saving valuable time that was previously used manually building studying tools, and helping students extend their knowledge with outlines, sample essay topics and related course materials.
● Memory Score: Memory Score lets students track their personal memory scores based on their study habits and help them understand how likely they are to remember material at different intervals and when test day comes.
● Quick Summary: Quick Summary pulls key concepts out of dense readings, providing summaries that help students digest material faster and at the right level to match their current understanding.
● Brain Beats: With Brain Beats, students can automatically turn their flashcards into a song to enhance studying, using a tune to aid in memorization.
● Q-Chat: Q-Chat launched in beta in March as the first personalized AI tutor built on OpenAI’s ChatGPT API and has since powered millions of conversations with students on Quizlet. Now officially out of beta, Q-Chat is a part of the core Quizlet experience and with additional activities including Teach Me, Quiz Me, Apply my Knowledge, and Practice with Sentences. Q-Chat is built to help students achieve a deeper understanding of the topics they are studying through a virtual tutor-like experience.
● AI Enhanced Expert Solutions: Millions of step-by-step explanations written by verified experts on Quizlet are now enhanced by advanced AI capabilities. On top of the trusted step-by-step guidance this feature is known for, students can now access alternate explanations to better understand tricky concepts, practice problems to test their knowledge, and use Q-Chat for personalized AI-powered tutoring all built within the experience.

“Quizlet has invested in AI since we debuted Learn Mode in 2017 and we’ve seen first-hand just how beneficial AI is to help students learn,” said Quizlet CEO Lex Bayer. “This back-to-school season, we launched products that use generative AI to go a step beyond anything students have seen before and to do what we do best: help students practice and master whatever they are learning.”

All Quizlet users in the US who are 16 years and older can access these new features, with Quizlet Plus users gaining unlimited access.

About Quizlet
Quizlet is a global learning platform that provides engaging AI-enhanced study tools to help people practice and master whatever they are learning — including 2 in 3 high school students and 1 in 2 college students in the US. Every month, over 60 million students, teachers, and everyday people use Quizlet to study any subject imaginable for school, work, or as part of their personal interests. Combining cognitive science and artificial intelligence, Quizlet guides students through adaptive study activities to confidently reach their learning goals. Quizlet is headquartered in San Francisco, California, and is backed by General Atlantic, Union Square Ventures, Altos Ventures, Icon Ventures, Owl Ventures, and Costanoa Ventures. For more information, please visit www.quizlet.com.

Media Contact
Crystal Braswell
crystal.braswell@quizlet.com

Insomniacs rockin’ their favorite PJs have the chance to win free cookies for a year

September 13, 2023 – Insomnia Cookies, the beloved cult brand known for serving warm, delicious cookies all day and late into the night, is welcoming students back to college by throwing its first-ever global PJ Party. On Tuesday, September 19, Insomniacs living near each of Insomina’s 245+ bakeries globally, including the brand’s newest locations in Canada and the UK, are invited to head over to their local store dressed in their favorite PJs for the annual party.

Insomniacs who show up to the late-night cookie celebration at 9 p.m. local time wearing their PJs will receive 1 FREE classic cookie, no purchase necessary. If one cookie isn’t enough or students are looking for sweet treats to compliment their late-night study sesh, cookie lovers can also purchase $15 12-Packs in-store and online all day and late into the night. The epic event will be baked full of Insomnia’s most delicious deals of the year, with each store offering giveaways, exclusive swag, and other sweet surprises.

To make the night even sweeter, Insomnia will be unveiling a new CAP’N CRUNCH BERRIES®’N Milk Filled Deluxe cookie the night of the party, which will be available for a very limited time only. The exclusive cookie is a brown sugar dough mixed with CAP’N CRUNCH’S CRUNCH BERRIES® cereal, strawberry bits, and filled with a cereal milk buttercream.

While partying late into the night, loyal Insomniacs rockin’ their favorite PJs can tag @insomniacookies on social with #PJP23 for a chance to win FREE cookies for a year. Visit Insomnia’s Instagram page or TikTok on 9/19 for more details and how to enter.

Founded on a university campus, Insomnia is known for serving its signature treats late into the night—with most stores open for pick-up and delivery until 1 a.m. or later—making it the ultimate college hot spot. Whether students are studying late, retiring from a night out, or simply craving something sweet, Insomnia is always there for them with a warm, delicious cookie waiting. Find your closest Insomnia Cookies location here, and check out Insomnia’s global social channels in Canada and the UK to find the latest deal information.

Download Insomnia Cookies images here.

About Insomnia Cookies

Insomnia Cookies is a rapidly expanding late-night bakery concept headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Founded at the University of Pennsylvania by then-student Seth Berkowitz, Insomnia Cookies has been feeding the insatiable hunger of loyal Insomniacs since 2003. Today, with more than 240 locations nationwide, Insomnia Cookies offers a wide variety of delicious cookies, ice cream, and other sweet treats in-store, for local delivery, and nationwide shipping. Details about Insomnia’s menu, delivery, and nationwide shipping options can be found here (late-night delivery until 1 a.m. or later). To place an order or learn more about Insomnia Cookies, visit www.InsomniaCookies.com. Keep up-to-date on the latest cookie news and grand opening deals by following Insomnia Cookies on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok.

Media Contact: 
Lisa Policare
215-790-4312
lisa.policare@tierneyagency.com

Bowie State University and Alabama A&M University are in pilot with FICO’s analytics program to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in data science, engineering and technology fields

BOZEMAN, Mont., September 12, 2023 –

Highlights:

• The FICO® Educational Analytics Challenge program is in pilot with students at Bowie State University and Alabama A&M University.
• The first-ever FICO program presents students with a real-world analytic challenge to identify and mitigate bias in data and decision models using historical housing data.
• Students additionally will learn how AI guardrails and Responsible AI are needed to protect and safely advance analytic practices.

Global analytics firm FICO today announced the launch of its new FICO® Educational Analytics Challenge program created for students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The semester-long program features remote mentoring from FICO data scientists and in-person lectures by FICO’s Chief Analytics Officer, Dr. Scott Zoldi. The program is currently in pilot with students at Bowie State University and Alabama A&M University.

The FICO® Educational Analytics Challenge is a program created to help promote diversity, equity and inclusion in data science, engineering and technology fields. FICO has had a long-standing commitment to innovation and views diversity as critical for success.

“We are thrilled to partner with FICO in the classroom to help sharpen our students’ analytics skills and improve access to career opportunities in data science, engineering and technology,” said Dr. Velma Latson, technology and security department professor at Bowie State University. “We pride ourselves on equipping our students to be innovators and future industry leaders. Thank you to FICO for providing an opportunity for students to learn and think critically about how technology and AI impacts critical decisions made by organizations; this will be a valuable tool for our participating students as they enter the workforce.”

“Being a part of the educational analytics program launch is extremely important to us as it provides our students with experience in solving a real-world problem, and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion in data science,” said John D. Jones, Ph.D., provost and vice president for academic affairs at Alabama A&M University. “We are committed to teaching skills and challenging our students to empower the next generation of innovators and social justice seekers driven to stamp out analytic bias. Our data science network is thankful to be supported by Dr. Scott Zoldi and FICO’s team of mentors.”

The FICO® Educational Analytics Challenge presents students with a real-world analytic problem to solve focused on bias identification and mitigation in housing data and resultant decision models. The pilot program allows students to work in teams to sharpen their analytics skills and provides access to FICO analytics subject matter experts for technical/project support and mentoring opportunities. The project also provides financial support to enhance analytics study for each participating HBCU and create potential career opportunities for students for employment after graduation.

“One of the biggest challenges of building predictive models is identifying and handling inherent biases in the data,” said Dr. Scott Zoldi at FICO. “To help further inclusion by fighting biases in models, we are training and supporting a diverse and talented group of young people to drive the future of AI innovation and propel Responsible AI practices forward. I am pleased to be able to meet with students at their schools to both share ideas at lectures and engage in informal mentoring conversations.”

The pilot program is currently running at Bowie State University and Alabama A&M University for the fall 2023 semester.

About FICO

FICO (NYSE: FICO) powers decisions that help people and businesses around the world prosper. Founded in 1956, the company is a pioneer in the use of predictive analytics and data science to improve operational decisions. FICO holds more than 200 US and foreign patents on technologies that increase profitability, customer satisfaction and growth for businesses in financial services, insurance, telecommunications, health care, retail and many other industries. Using FICO solutions, businesses in nearly 120 countries do everything from protecting 2.6 billion payment cards from fraud, to improving financial inclusion, to increasing supply chain resiliency. The FICO® Score, used by 90% of top US lenders, is the standard measure of consumer credit risk in the US and has been made available in over 40 other countries, improving risk management, credit access and transparency.

Learn more at https://www.fico.com/en
Join the conversation at https://twitter.com/fico & https://www.fico.com/blogs/.
For FICO news and media resources, visit https://www.fico.com/en/newsroom.

FICO is a registered trademark of Fair Isaac Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.

Contacts

Julie Huang
press@fico.com

Tracfone Deals Help College Kids Kick It Old School with New Flip Phones

[MIAMI, September 7, 2023] – It’s called ‘the flip phone revolution.’ Celebrities and tastemakers alike are embracing nostalgia and making the switch to a flip phone. And now, Gen Z college students across the nation are making the switch, too. As students are looking for more ways to disconnect and live in the moment – whether for a night out or more permanently – Tracfone is here with the best student deals on flip phones to make the smartphone detox a breeze.

The resurgence of flip phones among college students is driven by a desire for nostalgia and practicality. These iconic devices offer a break from the distractions of constant notifications and the addictive nature of social media, promoting focus and mindfulness – and a way to make memories IRL instead of on the screen.

Check out www.Tracfone.com for great deals on flip phones, and unlimited talk and text plans starting at $15/month with no contracts or extra fees.

About Tracfone Wireless

Tracfone Wireless provides quality no-contract wireless solutions to value-conscious consumers and is available at more than 90,000 retail locations nationwide, as well as at tracfone.com.

Tracfone is part of the Verizon Value portfolio of prepaid brands, which includes Straight Talk, Total by Verizon, Visible, Simple Mobile, SafeLink, Walmart Family Mobile, and Verizon Prepaid. Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) is one of the world’s leading providers of technology, communications, information and entertainment products and services.

For more information on Tracfone, visit tracfone.com.

Media Contact

David Root
Media@TracFone.com

Putting the Spotlight on Student Film

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, AUGUST 22, 2023 — Mometu, a free video-on-demand and live TV streaming service, is calling on student filmmakers to submit their films to the first ever annual College Shorts Film Festival, a new destination for ground-breaking storytelling from emerging student artists.

The Mometu College Shorts Film Festival (MCSFF) is open to college students across North America and is accepting films across five categories:

• Best Drama
• Best Horror/Thriller
• Best Comedy
• Best Documentary
• Best Potential Pilot

The festival serves as a launching pad for the next generation of talented filmmakers, celebrating works covering all topics and genres, and giving students an opportunity to learn firsthand how to market their films to drive viewership.

Entries to the competition must be original, student-created film with a minimum running time of 5 minutes and no more than 30 minutes. The festival jury will consider all submissions, with finalists uploaded to Mometu’s streaming service for live viewing during the festival, where 25% of the grading will be based on minutes watched of the films submitted. There will be prizes for Best Picture and all category winners will receive a Mometu Gold Star award and laurels for each winning category, and a distribution deal offer for their winning film.

To apply, or for more information, visit mometu.com/filmfestival

Speaking on the festival, Bryan Louzil, VP of Business Development at Mometu, said: “The College Shorts Film Festival marks a real turning point for Mometu, and gives us an opportunity to provide a creative space for up-and-coming filmmakers to showcase their immeasurable talent. We’re so excited for this year’s competition and can’t wait to see the imaginative projects that these young creatives develop.”

The deadline for submissions is October 15, 2023, at 11:59 pm PST. Finalists will be notified on October 31, films will be uploaded in November, with the festival taking place December 1, 2023.

About Mometu

Mometu is a start-up streaming service, providing premium live and on-demand programming using innovative free ad-supported television (FAST) technology. Dedicated to the discovery of thought-provoking movies, documentaries, TV series, and live channels, what sets Mometu apart is its catalog of over 10,000 hand-curated titles – compiled without the use of AI – that bring greater representation to under-the-radar creatives and contains cult favorites that can no longer be found online.

Media Contacts (on behalf of Mometu)

Stacey Ballard
stacey@sandstarcomms.com

What’s the scoop: For a limited time, members of Xfinity Rewards, the company’s free customer appreciation program, can redeem two sweet rewards: a $1 movie weekend rental through Xfinity and a free pint of Ben and Jerry’s ice cream added to their Gopuff order. Xfinity Reward members new to Gopuff will also have access to an exclusive offer for three months of Gopuff FAM, a subscription service that provides unparalleled convenience and a vast array of products delivered right at your doorstep.

Why it matters: Everyone loves saving money! That’s why Xfinity Rewards and Gopuff have teamed up to bring even more value and convenience to millions of people across the nation. Whether you want a quiet night in or are setting the scene for the ultimate movie night, Xfinity Rewards and Gopuff are making it easier than ever to get your summer essentials delivered right to your door- and television screen!

How to get this offer: To redeem these exclusive rewards, Xfinity Rewards members can simply visit xfinity.com/rewards or go to the Xfinity app.

Restrictions apply. Offer limited to current Xfinity Rewards members 18+ with account in good standing. While supplies last. Limited time offer. Eligible Xfinity Rewards members (“Members”) must have a delivery address within a Gopuff delivery zone to redeem the offer. Comcast reserves the right to modify or cancel the offer at any time. May not be assigned or transferred. All redemptions are final. To access the FAM free trial (“Trial”), Members must create a Gopuff account and add a payment method using https://webo.onelink.me/TC5V/j0tytuj1 . Trial customers will be auto-enrolled into a paid FAM subscription (currently $7.99/month) at the end of the 3-month Trial period unless they cancel their membership prior to the end of the 3-month Trial period. Users can cancel their FAM subscription at any time. The Trial is not available to customers who currently have an account with Gopuff or had a Gopuff account at any time. To redeem one free pint of Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream equal to a listed price on Gopuff of $6.99 or less (the “Product”) while supplies last, Members must add one product to their cart, enter the unique one-time-use promo code (“Code”) provided to them within the Xfinity Rewards platform and apply the Code at www.gopuff.com or on the Gopuff mobile app. In order to activate the offer, the Code must be entered at checkout or the discount will not be applied. The Code will not be added automatically and cannot be applied retrospectively. The Code cannot be used in connection with any other promotions, and can only be applied when it is the highest value promotion available to the customer on the Customer’s account. Existing customers will be charged a small order fee of $4.95 if after the application of applicable discounts and promotions their basket is under $12.95, and new Gopuff customers must meet a minimum order value of $8.95 (excluding the value of the Code, delivery fee, and tips) to redeem the offer. The offer is non-transferable and has no cash value. The offer is void if not redeemed by 9/15/23. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Void where prohibited. One Trial and one Code per account/household. May not be combined with other offers. Use of the Gopuff mobile application and www.gopuff.com is subject to their terms & conditions and privacy notice.

About Xfinity Rewards:
Xfinity Rewards is a free program available to Xfinity customers. Members enjoy access to exclusive discounts, events, and virtual and live experiences that only Comcast NBCUniversal can make possible. Signing up is simple to do through the Xfinity App or online at Xfinity.com/rewards. Upon registration, members will be assigned Silver, Gold, Platinum, or Diamond status based on how long they’ve been a Xfinity customer—and more rewards are accessible to those who have been with Xfinity the longest.  Xfinity Rewards will continue to evolve with regular updates to benefits available to all members, and new and exciting opportunities throughout the year.  For more information about Xfinity Rewards, please download the Xfinity App or visit xfinity.com/rewards.

Media Contact:
Veauna Howell
Comcast Corporation
Veauna_howell@comcast.com

PHOENIX (August 21, 2023): As the new academic year begins, campuses nationwide fill with excitement and energy. While education, personal growth, and community remain important, prioritizing student safety is crucial for a year of enriching experiences.

While college campuses epitomize learning and camaraderie, they can unfortunately also be sites of various incidents, including crimes. According to Clery Act Reports, on average, over 24,000 crime and safety incidents occur annually since 2009. This includes:

• 2,411 robberies
• 1,840 fires
• 20,521 burglaries

However, these risks are not just limited to students who live on campus. Even living off campus brings its fair share of theft, fire, and other forms of crime. By taking steps to protect their belongings and h

Theft Prevention

Students frequently bring valuable possessions like laptops, smartphones, and bicycles to college. Implementing simple precautions can significantly enhance security:

• Enable location sharing on electronic devices.
• Use tracking devices like Apple AirTags on your backpack and bike.
• Take pictures of belongings and receipts to show proof of purchase and ownership.
• Use strong, unique passwords.
• Use bicycle locks or bring your bike with you indoors when possible.

Securing living spaces is equally vital. Whether living on or off campus, cultivating the habit of locking doors is a fundamental safety measure. Installing locks on personal areas and even incorporating small safes for valuables further fortifies security.

Fire Safety

Fires can occur in on-campus residence halls and off-campus housing, posing risks to both health and belongings. Take the following fire safety tips to heart this school year:

• Ensure functioning fire alarms in living areas.
• Familiarize yourself with fire escape plans, identifying multiple exits.
• Promote fire safety discussions among roommates and peers.
• Be cautious with flammable items near heat sources.

Renters Insurance

It’s tough when unexpected events cause damage to a student’s property. Even if the student did nothing wrong, like in cases of burglary or water damage, it can still be a large financial burden for them to bear. It’s important to take proactive measures, but sometimes things that are out of our control can still happen.

John Fees, co-founder of GradGuard, emphasizes the financial implications: “Families must consider if they can financially replace stolen or damaged items. Given the increasing costs of education, families can face significant challenges replacing a laptop or bicycle, ultimately disrupting the college experience.”

GradGuard’s Renters Insurance, endorsed exclusively for students, offers worldwide personal property coverage, liability protection, a low $100 deductible, and no credit check. GradGuard works with hundreds of colleges nationwide and provides affordable rates starting at just $11 a month. College families can have peace of mind knowing that their students’ possessions are safeguarded against financial loss, no matter where in the world they may be.

Safety remains a top priority this school year. Implementing simple, yet effective measures enhances student safety, allowing them to focus on academics, personal growth, and creating lasting memories.

About GradGuard:

GradGuard is the #1 provider of college renters and tuition insurance. Since 2009, GradGuard has protected more than 1.3 million students at more than 1,800 unique institutions. GradGuard’s innovative protections are embedded within the enrollment processes of the largest and most prestigious universities in the United States, ensuring their students are protected from the risks of college life.

Contact:

Natalie Hubertus
Director of Marketing and Communications
nhubertus@gradguard.com

The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi – the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society – is currently accepting applications for its Mary Todd Sabbatical Award, named in honor of its former Executive Director, Dr. Mary Todd.

This prestigious award, valued at $50,000, will be presented annually to one outstanding faculty member to support a sabbatical year or similar reassignment of duties, allowing them to focus on research, writing, or other professional development activities. The Society recognizes the importance of providing faculty members with the time and resources necessary to explore new ideas, collaborate with colleagues, and make significant contributions to their disciplines.

“It is a pleasure to see this newest award program come to fruition this year. The Sabbatical Award will help our outstanding faculty members continue to fuel their passion for the love of learning by supporting their scholarly work. It is our hope that this award program will continue Phi Kappa Phi’s tradition of supporting academic excellence and service to others across all academic disciplines well into the future,” said Society Executive Director and CEO Dr. Bradley R. Newcomer.

Applications for the award will be open to active members who are faculty members. A committee of esteemed professionals will review the applications and select the recipient based on their demonstrated excellence, potential for impact, and alignment with the Society’s mission and values.

The new award will be added to the Society’s already robust portfolio of awards, which currently gives $1.3 million annually to deserving members and students.

The deadline to apply for the Sabbatical Award is Oct. 1, 2023. To learn more about the award, visit www.phikappaphi.org/sabbatical.

About Phi Kappa Phi
Founded in 1897, Phi Kappa Phi is the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Phi Kappa Phi inducts approximately 25,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni annually. The Society has chapters on more than 325 select colleges and universities in the United States, its territories and the Philippines. Membership is by invitation only to the top 10 percent of seniors and graduate students and 7.5 percent of juniors. Faculty, professional staff and alumni who have achieved scholarly distinction also qualify. The Society’s mission is “To recognize and promote academic excellence in all fields of higher education and engage the community of scholars in service to others.” For more information, visit www.PhiKappaPhi.org.

Media Contact
Alyssa Papa
Director of Communications
apapa@phikappaphi.org
(225) 923-7777