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Shaka Smart to sign extension to remain at VCU
Shaka Smart and VCU have agreed in principle to a deal to keep the coach at the school. Athletic director Ed McLaughlin says the details are still being finalized, but the majority of changes involve "program enhancements for the student-athletes and...
Tags: Billy Donovan, National Collegiate Athletic Association, University of Pennsylvania, Atlantic 10 Conference, College Basketball
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UPDATED: UVA administrators react to Playboy ranking
UPDATED: Playboy has named the University of Virginia the top party school in the nation, but the University isn't too thrilled. Administrators released a statement Wednesday saying it's far more important for the school to be known for academic...
Tags: University of Southern California, Education, University of Virginia, Colleges and Universities, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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VCU's Shaka Smart is staying put
Shaka Smart says he will stay at Virginia Commonwealth.
Illinois had offered its coaching job to Smart, according to multiple reports.
In a statement released by VCU on Wednesday, the 34-year-old Smart said: "I'm looking forward to building on the...Tags: College Sports, Sports, Verizon Wireless, Billy Donovan, University of Pennsylvania
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Online tool reduces inappropriate medical tests
ReutersNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A web-based decision-making tool that alerts heart doctors when diagnostic tests would not be useful for a specific patient can curb wasteful procedures, according to a new study. "This educational tool helps doctors determine...Tags: Radiology, Medical Research, Hospitals and Clinics, Amazon.com Inc., Massachusetts General Hospital
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Labs reject dramatic findings on cancer drug in Alzheimer's mice
ReutersCHICAGO (Reuters) - U.S. scientists say a dramatic result last year suggesting that a cancer drug already approved by U.S. regulators could quickly clear out Alzheimer's plaques in mice was too good to be true. The study, published last year in the...Tags: Mount Sinai, Drugs and Medicines, Education, Medical Research, Alzheimer's Disease
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Chicago Bears - TeamReport
ReutersNFL Team Report - Chicago Bears - INSIDE SLANT Linebacker Jonathan Bostic is a prime example of the value of prospects being in the eye of the beholder. While NFL scouts were concerned about his sideline-to-sideline speed, Chicago Bears general...Tags: Phil Emery, Kahlil Bell, Arizona Cardinals, Pittsburgh Panthers, Corvey Irvin
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Chambers recognize owners, businesses
Sun SentinelAn air, refrigeration service firm was recognized for its best practices. Lauderdale Lakes – based Precision Refrigeration was among many small businesses and non-profit organizations that were nominated in recognition for their leadership,...Tags: Fort Lauderdale, Google Inc., Dentistry and Dental Health, Plantation, Broward County
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BBHS student wins $1,000 Bob Borovy Student Citizen of the Year award
This is a story about Boynton Beach High School student Gloria Roker, winner of the Bob Borovy Student Citizen of the Year award and a $1,000 college scholarship. But, more importantly, it is the story of her sister as well – JayVonna - two...Tags: Boynton Beach, Education, Zoe Saldana, Palm Beach State College, Florida Atlantic University
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A license plate for every cause, but how much is raised?
Do you care about the survival of sea turtles? Dolphins? Do you ride horses, watch whales or fish for large-mouth bass? Did you serve as a paratrooper — or care for someone who did? If so, you can tell the world — with your license tag....
Tags: Palm Beach County, Education, University of Central Florida, Florida Gators, Awards and Prizes
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UCF Medical School graduated its first class Friday
And they're doctors. The first class of medical students to come out of the University of Central Florida College of Medicine graduated Friday morning during a ceremony on the UCF campus. The charter class of 36 graduates also was the first class of...
Tags: Baylor University , University of Central Florida, Awards and Prizes, John Hitt, Hospitals and Clinics
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Rein in outsized perks given Florida's college presidents
Start with a six-figure base salary for state college presidents. Add five figures for a retirement package, another five for deferred compensation and another five for a housing allowance. In some cases, add another five figures for a vehicle and...
Tags: Education, Florida Atlantic University, Miami (Miami-Dade, Florida), Rick Scott, James H. Ammons
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A Florida first: UF offering cheaper online degrees
If you're a student, established professional or business owner, an initiative recently approved by the Florida Legislature may change how you pursue a college degree, advance your career or locate your company. All you need is a computer, time and the...Tags: Palm Beach County, For-Profit Colleges, Florida Legislature, Coral Springs, Science and Technology
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