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GRACELAND UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCES SWEEPING TUITION AND CURRICULUM CHANGES

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September 19, 2023

LAMONI, Iowa, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Graceland University today announced sweeping changes to its tuition and financial aid formula to ensure greater price transparency and access to Graceland by all students. Graceland has always been competitively priced after factoring in financial aid and scholarships, but families have asked for a more simplified cost, and Graceland is providing it. University leaders also announced new majors in Finance, Marketing, and Digital Content Creation… degrees in high demand by employers and students. These studies, like all majors, will include the Transformational Leadership degree announced last year giving all Graceland graduates a double major.

“For more than 125 years, Graceland has been committed to providing high-quality higher educational experiences for its students,” said Graceland President Patricia H. Draves, PhD. “For families, the cost of college can be complex, and many students and their families may think they cannot afford the exceptional experience of a private liberal arts school. We wanted to change that perception.”

In simplifying the tuition/financial aid formula, Graceland’s tuition rate of $32,500 will now be $19,950. Scholarship and financial aid opportunities will still apply in a scaled process that leaves the bottom line for attending Graceland University the same as last year at a time when other private schools are raising their tuition and fees.

“Graceland will continue to offer scholarships that recognize academic, fine arts and athletic performance,” said Talia Brown, Chief Information and Data Officer. “What’s missing is the sticker shock. We will work with every student to ensure they understand the new tuition and scholarship structure.”

“New course offerings along with tuition transformation will provide a Graceland opportunity to more students and help attract student-athletes,” said Zach Mullins, Head Wrestling Coach and Associate Athletic Director. “We are trying to open up our doors and make an impact in so many more lives.”

“Families today want less disparity between the tuition price and financial aid package,” said Deb Skinner, MSEd, Vice President for Enrollment and Strategic Growth. “They’re shopping online with pricing tools, and they want to compare the value of education to a truer price. Now, our first conversations with students can be all about the value of Graceland instead of talking finances.”

While Graceland’s new price point remains similar to four-year state schools, the value of a Graceland education will be much higher in comparison. All graduates now benefit from relevant degree majors and a double major that includes Transformational Leadership.

“At this moment in time, the public is questioning the value of a college education more than ever,” said Joel Shrock, PhD, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty. “A four-year private education has a twenty-percent higher graduation rate, and Transformational Leadership builds on that statistic. Transformational Leadership focuses on the soft and strategic skills needed to enter the work world giving Graceland graduates a competitive advantage over their peers.”

Freshman Cadence Sires and her mother, Kacie believe it! Kacie Sires is a director at a fortune 250 company. “Too often new graduates might be able to write a tweet but lack face-to-face communication skills needed in the workplace to collaborate and lead. I’m confident Cadence will benefit from her course work at Graceland and the life-long friends she’s about to make.”

For Cadence, who first considered a state school, right now it is more about the smaller class size, being able to play two sports, and still do choir. She is excited about pursuing the new Digital Content Creation major and said today’s announcement is long overdue.

She is hopeful word will spread quickly so others will choose Graceland University for their education. “I wish they knew the opportunities here for them… that Graceland is an option. Graceland is affordable. Graceland could be their home, too.”

Already a leader in health and medical education, Graceland University will also offer a doctorate in physical therapy for the first time beginning in January. The new undergraduate tuition takes effect this fall. Click FAQ to learn more.

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PCS Announces New Office Location in Florida to Expand its 24/7 Technology Services and IT Support

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October 1, 2023

PCS, a leading provider of 24/7 outsourced technology services and IT helpdesk support, is thrilled to announce the opening of its new office in Florida. Located in Sarasota.

SARASOTA, Fla., Oct. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — PCS, a leading provider of 24/7 outsourced technology services and IT helpdesk support, is thrilled to announce the opening of its new office in Florida. Located in Sarasota, this expansion solidifies PCS’s growing national footprint across the Sunshine State.

Since the year 2000, PCS has been a beacon of customer-friendly technology expertise. We are committed to delivering swift, effective solutions for all your technology needs, whether maintaining data security or ensuring your IT systems run smoothly. We have garnered thousands of positive customer reviews due to our focus on exceptional IT customer service.

The new Florida-based office will serve as a local hub for businesses needing dependable, quick-response IT services and support. As a locally owned and operated establishment, PCS aims to maximize uptime, offer proactive monitoring, and sustain client productivity levels. Our broad array of services includes Managed Services, Outsourced IT Helpdesk, Virtual CIO, Rapid Response, Cloud Services, Vendor Management, Asset Management, IT Consulting, and more.

Donna Ward, SVP of PCS-Florida, shares, “PCS is not just another service provider; it’s a partnership. Our relationship-centric approach ensures that we provide round-the-clock technology support to keep your systems up and running—and most importantly—secure.” With an expansive team of over 200 technology professionals, PCS guarantees that no question will go unanswered, and no issue will remain unresolved.

One of our key differentiators is our LiveLine phone service, which guarantees that customers will reach a live technician within 30 seconds. “We understand the intricacies of small and medium-sized businesses and offer tailor-made technology solutions to support them,” adds Donna.

“Our mission is to provide peace of mind by crafting a personalized and trusted technology experience for every customer,” Donna elaborates. “Traditional in-house IT teams often face gaps in expertise and periods of unavailability due to vacations or sick days. PCS fills these voids with an expansive, committed team that’s always available to serve you.”

In short, PCS’s unrivaled commitment to customer service makes it your go-to choice for all your IT and technology needs in Florida.

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Edelweiss Coffee in Iron Mountain, Michigan Celebrates 19 Years of Growth with Support from Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea

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September 30, 2023

Edelweiss Coffee, an independent coffee shop in Iron Mountain, Michigan, is celebrating 19 years of continuous growth. Owners Jenni and Tom Wender attribute part of their success to support from Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea, an award-winning coffee roaster and coffee business consultant.

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Coffee entrepreneurs Jenni and Tom Wender are celebrating 19 years of success as owners of Edelweiss Coffee in Iron Mountain, Michigan. This independent coffee shop is renowned for its distinct drive-thru-only setup and coffee that always satisfies.

“I would absolutely refer Crimson Cup to anyone opening a coffee shop. The product and training have met or exceeded any expectations I ever had. The support was unexpected and has been extremely helpful to me over the past 19 years. ” – Jenni Wender, Eidelweiss Coffee, Iron Mountain, Michigan

“We focus on providing the highest quality products at competitive prices,” said Tom Wender. “We’re the place where quality meets quick service.”

Jenni Wender said the couple has built their success on doing things the right way for the right reasons. “It’s a blend of exceptional customer service and serving a top-notch drink. Our customers may pop by for just a moment, but in that time, we strive to give them the best. We’re always bustling, always caffeinated, always ready!”

The Wenders opened Edelweiss Coffee at 201 Ridge View in Iron Mountain in August 2004. They attribute the shop’s continuing success to its unique operation and support from Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea, an award-winning coffee roaster and coffee business consultant.

“We are thrilled to celebrate Edelweiss Coffee’s 19th anniversary and the incredible journey they have had,” said Crimson Cup Founder & President Greg Ubert. “It has been an honor to support Jenni, Tom, and their team every step of the way. We are committed to empowering independent coffee shops and sharing our passion for exceptional coffee.”

Ubert set up the company’s 7 Steps to Success program to teach entrepreneurs with little or no coffee experience how to open a coffee shop.

Based on his book, 7 Steps to Success: A Commonsense Guide to Succeed in Specialty Coffee, the program has helped over 300 entrepreneurs in 30 states start and run independent coffee shops serving their local communities. Many Crimson Cup customers like the Wenders have been thriving for 5, 10, 15 or even 20 years after opening.

7 Steps coffee shop startup consultants assist entrepreneurs in everything from writing a coffee shop business plan to training employees and marketing to attract new customers.

“I would absolutely refer Crimson Cup to anyone opening a coffee shop,” Jenni said. “The product and training have met or exceeded any expectations I ever had.”

“The support was unexpected and has been extremely helpful to me over the past 19 years. Whether I need help with equipment or how to prepare a beverage, Crimson Cup has already done it and can help me.”

“The coffee is the best,” she added. “Customers tell us all the time, ours is the best coffee they’ve had, and significantly better than chain store coffee! If they are visitors, they make sure they get our coffee when they’re in town. College students can’t wait to get back to Edelweiss. And our regular customers are the most loyal of all.”

Tom said he counts on Crimson Cup to provide products that will make the best coffee drinks around at a reasonable cost. “They’ve made a lot of changes during the last 19 years, but I just stick with their recommendations, and I have never been disappointed,” he said.

Thinking about opening your own coffee shop? Tom offered this advice:

“Make the coffee shop your full-time job. Believe in yourself and your business plan.”

“Especially in your first year, consistency is king. Put personal flair on the back burner and prioritize a standard approach to preparing drinks. It ensures every cup is as memorable as the last. Imagine running your coffee shop like a franchise – everything is done a certain way every single time!”

Jenni said she thought the independence of being her own boss would be the best part of owning a coffee shop. “But it really has been getting to know so many customers.”

The Wenders invite everyone in Dickinson County and the Michigan Upper Peninsula to pick up an exceptional latte, mocha or other beverage at Edelweiss Coffee. The shop at 201 Ridge View in Iron Mountain is open 7 days a week. To learn more, visit the shop’s website.

About Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea

Founded in 1991, Crimson Cup is at the forefront of the coffee industry. Its attentive roasting, startup support and global partnerships are consciously designed for the greater good of communities worldwide. Among other significant recognitions, the company has earned 2023 Double Gold awards at the Aurora International Taste Challenge, 2020 and 2017 Good Food Awards, the 2019 Golden Bean Champion for Small Franchise/Chain Roaster and Roast magazine’s 2016 Macro Roaster of the Year.

Crimson Cup travels the world searching for the perfect cup – driven by meaningful relationships, honesty and a shared vision for the future. Its Friend2Farmer initiatives foster respect and decency through mutually beneficial collaboration across local and global communities.

Through its 7 Steps to Success coffee shop startup program, the company teaches entrepreneurs to run independent coffee houses in their local communities. By developing a coffee shop business plan, entrepreneurs gain insight into coffee shop startup costs.

Crimson Cup coffee is available through over 300 independent coffee houses, grocers, colleges and universities, restaurants and food service operations across more than 30 states, Guam and Bangladesh. The company also owns five Crimson Cup Coffee Houses and the CRIMSON café and retail store in Easton Town Center. To learn more, visit crimsoncup.com.

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Cox Enterprises returns as VIP Sponsor for the Women In Technology’s 2023 Women of the Year in S.T.E.A.M Awards Gala

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September 29, 2023

Women in Technology (WIT) today announced the VIP Sponsor for its Women of the Year Awards Gala to be held on Friday, October 13th at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

ATLANTA, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — With more than 350,000 people within the Women in Technology (WIT) community, WIT is the largest non-profit organization committed to empowering and educating women and girls about opportunities in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (S.T.E.A.M) in Georgia. The WIT Awards Gala celebrates female visionaries of S.T.E.A.M, groundbreakers in business and remarkable leaders who make a difference in their workplace and community.

“The work of Women In Technology aligns perfectly with Cox’s goal to empower 34 million people to live more prosperous lives by 2034, and we’re thrilled to celebrate these visionary women and girls as they continue to make a profound impact on our communities.” Maury Wolfe, Cox Enterprises

This is Cox Enterprises’ fifth year as the VIP Sponsor of the Women of the Year Awards.

“Cox is proud to join in this celebration of current and future leaders in STEAM,” said Maury Wolfe, Vice President of Corporate Responsibility and Social impact at Cox Enterprises. “The work of Women In Technology aligns perfectly with Cox’s goal to empower 34 million people to live more prosperous lives by 2034, and we’re thrilled to celebrate these visionary women and girls as they continue to make a profound impact on our communities.”

In speaking about Cox Enterprises dedication to WIT, Penny Collins, WIT President and CEO said, “Our partnership with Cox Enterprises is impactful. They are a company focused on being an employer of choice for women which speaks straight to our values. We are grateful to have this organization as a major sponsor once more,” said Penny Collins, WIT President and CEO.

Women in Technology’s (WIT) 24th Annual Women of the Year Awards will be held on October 13th at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia with more than 1,000 technologists in attendance.

The Women of the Year Awards in S.T.E.A.M Gala gathers top Georgia companies at the forefront of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (S.T.E.A.M) industries to recognize and announce the Women of the Year – women who demonstrate leadership and vision in business and who make a difference in our community. Additionally, we celebrate a special high school girl as the Girl of The Year, a WIT College Club with our Campus Club of the Year Award, and a single mother with our Single Mother of The Year Award.

The WIT Awards Gala will start with a VIP Reception from 5:00pm – 7:00pm and program from 7:45 – 9:00pm where all winners of each category will be announced.

Interested in becoming a sponsor of the WIT Awards Gala? Sponsorship opportunities are available for purchase online, visit: bit.ly/WITAwardsSponsor

Available sponsorship opportunities include:
Table Sponsor: $5,000 and more!
*Only a few exclusive sponsorship opportunities remain!
Individual and VIP Tickets to attend the event are available for purchase onsite.

For questions about sponsorship, contact Kyle Ross at kross@mywit.org or by phone at 470-222-8413. More information can be found at: https://mywit.org/events/women-in-technology-awards/

About Cox Enterprises
Cox Enterprises is dedicated to building a better future through our leading communications, automotive and media companies. Our major operating subsidiaries include Cox Communications and Cox Automotive, and we are strategically investing in new industries and emerging technologies, with sizeable interests in clean technology and health care. Headquartered in‥Atlanta, Georgia, Cox is a global company with‥$20 billion‥in annual revenues and brands that include Autotrader,‥Kelley Blue Book‥and Cox Homelife. Founded in 1898 by‥Ohio‥Governor‥James M. Cox, the company is a family-owned business committed to its people, communities and planet. To learn more about Cox, visit coxenterprises.com.

About Women In Technology (WIT)
Women In Technology (WIT) empowers girls and women to excel in Science, Technology, Engineering, The Arts, and Math (STEAM) from the classroom to the boardroom. We do this by providing female students in middle school, high school, and college with education, exposure and experience. By sharing the stories of successful professionals across the STEAM fields, we encourage all generations of girls and women to write their future. Today, WIT has over 20,000 members in Georgia, 48,000 members worldwide and our team of more than 250 volunteers deliver professional development and networking opportunities to each of our professionals and programs at no charge to more than 4,000 students. WIT is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, and we are committed to making Georgia the state with the highest percentage of women in the STEAM workforce by partnering with our community to provide opportunities that champion women throughout their education and career.

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Paula Bolton, Women In Technology, 7703774539, pbolton@mywit.org, mywit.org

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