Nova Southeastern Univ. opens campus in Puerto Rico
August 7, 2014
Nearly two decades after first inserting itself into Puerto Rico’s pharmacy education setting through partnerships with local colleges, Nova Southeastern University will open the doors this month to its own stand-alone campus to further its mission of preparing professionals.
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AT&T donates $38.5K to United Way of Puerto Rico
June 26, 2014
AT&T and the AT&T Foundation recently donated $38,500 to the United Way of Puerto Rico to support its work plan that focuses on education, specifically at early childhood stages, through its “Planting for the Future for the Development of a New Generation” cause.
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Experts agree, early childhood is a good investment
May 9, 2014
Investing in early childhood is a good business deal. That was the conclusion of a panel of economic experts gathered for the Childhood Investment Meeting that took place during the 10th edition of the Global Forum on Early Care and Education that wraps up at the Sheraton Convention Center Hotel today.
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Sapientis launches fundraiser with Caribbean Cinemas
April 23, 2014
Sapientis, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting educational leadership in public schools, is carrying out its annual fundraising campaign in alliance with Caribbean Cinemas, through May 14th.
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UNESCO to help Puerto Rico generate education stats
April 1, 2014
Representatives from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization are visiting Puerto Rico this week to provide technical assistance to help island officials produce statistics on education funding and expenses that are standardized and comparable with those of other countries and jurisdictions.
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Banco Santander kicks off 3rd edition of ‘W30 Program’
March 12, 2014
Banco Santander, through its global Santander Universidades division, will launch the third edition of the W30 Program: Developing Women Leaders in University Administration in partnership with UCLA Anderson School of Management to prepare women in university administration for leadership positions of increasing responsibility as the higher education landscape evolves.
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OMB: Puerto Rico expenses under budget, down 6% YOY
January 9, 2014
Driven by a drop in payroll and the implementation of a fiscal improvement program at the Education Department, the Office of Management and Budget said Wednesday that Puerto Rico’s expenses so far this fiscal year are under budget and reflect a 6 percent year-over-year decline.
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Ciencia Puerto Rico named model for science diversity
January 9, 2014
Ciencia Puerto Rico, an online network designed in 2006 to connect people interested in science and Puerto Rico, has been profiled in the prestigious scientific journal PLoS Biology as a model to link scientists from groups traditionally underrepresented in science and increase their visibility and ability to reach out to their communities.
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‘Sapientis Week’ unites private sector, education leaders
November 13, 2013
The seventh edition of Sapientis Week brought together an eclectic group of private sector representatives and school directors to exchange thoughts and leadership strategies that will support the transformation of Puerto Rican public education.
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Survey: Professional growth must be ongoing process
October 28, 2013
Constant changes in the labor market make it necessary to develop a career plan, have initiative, and be in continuous training to be competitive in the face of new daily challenges.
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Banco Santander bestows Solidarity Award in Education
October 16, 2013
Banco Santander Puerto Rico, through its community reinvestment division, recently granted the Casa Juan Bosco in Aguadilla the Santander Solidarity Award in Education.
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FirstBank funds Luis Muñoz Marín Foundation grants
October 7, 2013
The Luis Muñoz Marín Foundation recently received financial support from FirstBank Puerto Rico to be able to offer its environmental awareness and leadership workshops to several underprivileged children and youth between the ages of seven and 14, who had the chance to gain knowledge and experience that will likely help them later in life.
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Doral Mortgage, towns partner for ‘Ruta d hogares’
October 3, 2013
Doral Mortgage announced Wednesday the launch of “Ruta d hogares,” a new educational program developed in alliance with various Puerto Rican municipalities to offer free educational workshops, along with financial consulting, options and help available for buying or refinancing a property.
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INTERPHEX Puerto Rico to feature education, training
September 24, 2013
INTERPHEX Puerto Rico, together with Medical Device Puerto Rico and Buildings & Facilities Puerto Rico 2013, will present a robust educational program featuring industry experts who have led innovative global initiatives in areas such as sustainability and security to reduce manufacturing costs, optimize the supply chain, and maximize human resources. The event will take place Oct. 10-11 at the Puerto Rico Convention Center.
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JetBlue, Inter American Univ. partner to prepare pilots
September 19, 2013
JetBlue Airways, Puerto Rico’s largest carrier, announced Wednesday a new partnership with Inter American University’s School of Aeronautics, which will now become part of the airline’s “University Gateway Program,” a pilot talent pipeline in conjunction with university aviation programs and regional airlines.
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