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Polytechnique Montréal announces the recipient of the 10th Order of the White Rose scholarship, Makenna Kuzyk, who receives a $50,000 award

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MONTRÉAL, Dec. 2, 2024 /CNW/ – At a ceremony held earlier today, Polytechnique Montréal presented the tenth Order of the White Rose bursary to Makenna Kuzyk, a mechanical engineering graduate from the University of Alberta. The prestigious $50,000 scholarship, created by Polytechnique in 2014 to honour the memory of the 14 women murdered on its campus on December 6, 1989, and to keep alive their ambitions, is presented each year to a Canadian woman engineering student who wishes to pursue graduate studies (master’s or doctoral) at the institution of her choice, in Canada or elsewhere. The primary goal is to promote female role models in engineering and science across the country.

“The past recipients of the Order of the White Rose are all young women driven by extraordinary passion, which makes them exceptional citizens,” said Maud Cohen, President, Polytechnique Montréal. “Makenna Kuzyk has that same passion. It has the power to change the world, and so it must be encouraged to the greatest extent possible. Makenna is a pioneer, and we are all extremely proud to help her take the next steps in her impressive and promising academic journey. I have no doubt that her career will be nothing less than stellar, and this honour bestowed on her today is fully deserved.”

“Today, we remember the 14 women in engineering whose lives were taken in 1989, and we find strength in the trail that they blazed for future generations,” Ms. Kuzyk said. “In my case, that trail leads to the stars. Our space program is an incredible, powerful mission that aims to expand the frontiers of discovery for the betterment of life on Earth. Not only that, but the secrets of the skies cannot be unlocked by any one person, and I want to be part of the team promoting co-operation between the countries exploring space together. This vision isn’t just about pushing back the frontiers of space travel; it’s also about building a better future that honours the people who came before us, and about sustaining our planet and its inhabitants to come.”

Reaching for the sky—and beyond
Makenna Kuzyk is the first woman—and just the second civilian—to have been admitted to the International Test Pilots School Master of Science in Flight Test Engineering program. Her aim is to conduct research on the impacts of living in microgravity. As she continues in her five-star university career, Ms. Kuzyk hopes to help boost the visibility of women in the aerospace industry, encouraging more of them to pursue careers in that field. A recipient of the Brooke Owens Fellowship, a prestigious international award for women in the industry, she is keenly aware of the underrepresentation of women in certain fields, including aerospace. The only woman in her aerodynamics course at the University of Alberta, she founded Mission SpaceWalker, a student club dedicated to advancing space research—and that is 100% female.

“I wanted young girls to know that their dream of flying to space need not remain simply a dream: that it can become a reality,” said Ms. Kuzyk, who today is also a mentor with Zenith Pathways, which awards a fellowship that pairs students with Canadian aerospace companies to complete internships, an accolade she received herself two years ago.

For Ms. Kuzyk, who recently obtained her pilot’s licence, Mission SpaceWalker is very much a launching pad that, thanks to her team’s many technological achievements, is propelling her toward a career in space science. Her quest has even taken her to the United Nations, where she contributed to efforts to attract more women to the male-dominated astronaut field, in which women’s representation is barely 11%. Makenna Kuzyk may have her eyes constantly focused on the sky, but she keeps both feet planted on the ground, taking inspiration from the values of resilience instilled in her by her mother, who immigrated from Vietnam.

Outstanding women who will be the leaders of tomorrow
The white rose has become the symbol for Polytechnique Montréal’s commemorations of the tragic events of December 6, 1989, during which 14 women lost their lives and many other people were injured. Created in 2014, the Order of the White Rose pays tribute to those killed and wounded as well as to family members, faculty, staff and students who were caught up in this tragedy that had a profound impact on Québec and all of Canada.

Nathalie Provost, who was injured on December 6, 1989, and Michèle Thibodeau-DeGuire, who in 1963 was the first woman to graduate from Polytechnique Montréal in civil engineering, are the scholarship’s “godmothers.” Michèle Prévost, a full professor at Polytechnique and a member of the university’s Board of Directors, was the chair of this year’s Order of the White Rose jury.

The jury, established by Polytechnique, comprised the deans of engineering of Dalhousie, McGill and Queen’s universities, Université de Sherbrooke, the University of Toronto and the University of Waterloo. Applications for the Order of the White Rose scholarship are assessed based on the candidate’s academic record, technical achievements and engagement toward the greater good.

“The Order of the White Rose is the custodian of our collective memory of the femicide of December 6, 1989, and through the scholarship and its recipients, we keep the flame of remembrance burning for these extraordinary women who were my classmates and, sadly, are no longer with us,” said Ms. Provost.

Ms. Thibodeau-DeGuire added: “All of the young women who are candidates for our Order of the White Rose scholarship every year are exceptional. They are our leaders of tomorrow, future agents of change and transformation for our society, sources of inspiration and pride for all of us—in short, proof that our common future is in good hands.”

For her part, Professor Prévost noted: “Year after year, the women who apply for the Order of the White Rose are all truly outstanding, and I am always impressed by their journeys. They are among the very best at their respective universities, and without a doubt will be leaders in the future. I am sure that through their passion and unwavering commitment, each of them will help make the world a better place.”

The Order of the White Rose scholarship: a vital role that will soon grow
Thirty-five years after the mass femicide on its campus, and on the occasion of the 10th awarding of the Order of the White Rose scholarship, Polytechnique Montréal is looking to the future and now plans to provide financial assistance to 14 young Canadian woman engineers each year, in memory of the 14 victims of December 6, 1989. It will do so thanks to a partnership between Polytechnique, the McCall MacBain Foundation and a circle of benefactors. This initiative, made possible by the generous contribution of the McCall MacBain Foundation, will over time inspire other donors to widen that circle and boost support for emerging women engineers.

While ever-mindful of the essential task of remembering and honouring the legacy of the victims of December 6, Polytechnique is also resolutely focused on the future, advancing initiatives to ensure that women in engineering and future female engineers in Québec and the rest of Canada can take their rightful place. Accordingly, there will eventually be 14 scholarships awarded annually to promote careers in the engineering trades to young women across the country.

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About Polytechnique Montréal
Founded in 1873, Polytechnique Montréal is one of Canada’s largest engineering education and research institutions. It is located on the Université de Montréal campus, the largest French-language university campus in the Americas. With more than 61,500 graduates to date, Polytechnique has educated over 22% of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec’s current membership. Polytechnique offers more than 120 programs taught by over 300 professors, and welcomes in excess of 10,000 students yearly.

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The archived live stream of the event is available at the following links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/587290437159416
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7264704308590350336/comments/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pJ7PJGE_Wc

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Century Communities to Celebrate October Grand Opening of Rainier Ridge Estates, Offering New Homes in Enumclaw, WA

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Rambler and two-story floor plans from the high $700s debut in the Mount Rainier foothills, with homes released for sale on Grand Opening day

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Grand Opening Event: Century Communities will host a Rainier Ridge Estates Grand Opening in Enumclaw, Washington, on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.Pricing and Sales Release: Homes at Rainier Ridge Estates in Enumclaw, Washington, are priced from the high $700s and will be released for sale beginning October 24, 2026.Floor Plan Collection: Rainier Ridge Estates offers rambler and two-story floor plans from 2,099 to 3,283 sq. ft., with 3 to 5 bedrooms, 2 to 3.75 bathrooms, and 2- to 3-car garages.Model Home: The professionally merchandised model at Rainier Ridge Estates showcases the two-story Shenandoah plan, featuring 2,949 sq. ft., a main-level guest suite, and a covered patio.Schools and Location: Rainier Ridge Estates is served by Enumclaw School District and sits about 30 miles from Tacoma, 41 miles from Crystal Mountain Resort, and 45 miles from downtown Seattle.

ENUMCLAW, Wash., Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Century Communities, Inc. (NYSE: CCS)—a top national homebuilder, industry leader in online home sales, and featured on America’s Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek—announced it will open Rainier Ridge Estates, a new community of single-family homes in Enumclaw, with a Grand Opening celebration on Saturday, October 24, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The 87-homesite community will release its first homes for sale that day, offering rambler and two-story designs from the high $700s, set against the backdrop of the Mount Rainier foothills.

Grand Opening guests can explore available homesites and floor plans, tour the professionally merchandised Shenandoah model, meet with the Century Communities team, learn about limited-time Grand Opening financing opportunities, and enjoy seasonal refreshments and activities for all ages.

Learn more, join the interest list, and RSVP for the Grand Opening at www.CenturyCommunities.com/RainierRidgeGO.

“Rainier Ridge Estates offers Enumclaw buyers more space, more choice, and a real connection to the outdoors, with 10 versatile floor plans set in the foothills of Mount Rainier,” said Mick Cermak, Division President. “From ramblers to two-story plans with options like main-level guest suites and multigenerational layouts, there’s a home here for every stage of life. Join us at our Grand Opening on October 24 to tour our new model and find the home that checks every box on your wish list.”

The collection ranges from the Biscayne, a rambler with 2,099 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms, to the Garrett, a two-story plan with 3,283 sq. ft., 5 bedrooms, and 3.5 bathrooms. Select plans feature vaulted great rooms, multigenerational living options, and 3-car garages, and the community features expansive homesites and cul-de-sac lots.

RAINIER RIDGE ESTATES | ENUMCLAW, WA
Grand Opening on 10/24 | Coming soon from the high $700s

87 single-family homesites, including cul-de-sac homesitesRambler and two-story floor plans from 2,099 to 3,283 sq. ft.3 to 5 bedrooms, 2 to 3.75 bathrooms, and 2- to 3-car garagesSelect plans offer flexible living spaces, main-floor guest suites, multigenerational options, 3-car garages, and expansive homesitesServed by Enumclaw School District: Sunrise Elementary School, Enumclaw Middle School and Enumclaw High SchoolProximity to outdoor recreation: Pinnacle Peak Park is about 4 miles away; Nolte State Park and Deep Lake are about 8 miles; Foothills Trail is about 15 milesMount Rainier National Park about 40 miles away; Crystal Mountain Resort is about 41 miles away; Tacoma about 30 miles away; and downtown Seattle about 45 miles away

Community Location
44807 244th Avenue SE
Enumclaw, WA 98022
425.275.5119

DISCOVER THE FREEDOM OF ONLINE HOMEBUYING:
Century Communities is proud to feature its industry‑first online homebuying experience on all available homes in Washington.

Shop homes at CenturyCommunities.comClick “Buy Now” on any available homeFill out a quick Buy Online formElectronically submit an initial earnest money depositElectronically sign a purchase contract via DocuSign®

Learn more about the Buy Online experience at www.CenturyCommunities.com/online-homebuying.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Question: When is the Grand Opening of Rainier Ridge Estates in Enumclaw, WA?
Answer: The Grand Opening of Rainier Ridge Estates will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Homes at Rainier Ridge Estates will be released for sale starting that day.

Question: What are new homes priced from at Rainier Ridge Estates?
Answer: As of October 2026, new homes at Rainier Ridge Estates are priced from the high $700s, with 10 floor plans from 2,099 to 3,283 sq. ft.

Question: Does Rainier Ridge Estates offer rambler homes?
Answer: Yes. Rainier Ridge Estates offers two rambler floor plans—the Biscayne with 2,099 sq. ft. and the Summit with 2,393 sq. ft.—alongside a selection of two-story plans.

Question: What schools serve Rainier Ridge Estates?
Answer: Rainier Ridge Estates is served by Enumclaw School District, including Sunrise Elementary School, Enumclaw Middle School, and Enumclaw High School.

Question: How far is Rainier Ridge Estates from Seattle and Tacoma?
Answer: Rainier Ridge Estates is about 45 miles from downtown Seattle, 30 miles from Tacoma, and 32 miles from Sea-Tac International Airport.

About Century Communities
Century Communities, Inc. (NYSE: CCS) is one of the nation’s largest homebuilders and a recognized industry leader in online home sales. Newsweek has named the Company one of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies for four consecutive years. Through its Century Communities and Century Complete brands, Century’s mission is to build attractive, high-quality homes at affordable prices to provide its valued customers with A HOME FOR EVERY DREAM®. Century is engaged in all aspects of homebuilding — including the acquisition, entitlement and development of land, along with the construction, innovative marketing and sale of quality homes designed to appeal to a wide range of homebuyers. The Company operates in 16 states and over 45 markets across the U.S., and also offers mortgage, title, insurance brokerage, and escrow services in select markets through its Inspire Home Loans, Parkway Title, IHL Home Insurance Agency, and IHL Escrow subsidiaries. To learn more about Century Communities, please visit www.centurycommunities.com.

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Laxco, Inc. Introduces the CellLive Series for Smarter, Continuous Live-Cell Imaging

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The CellLive CL11 and CL22 combine automated imaging, remote monitoring, and advanced analysis to help researchers capture more meaningful data with less disruption to cell cultures.

MILL CREEK, Wash., Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Laxco, Inc., a global leader in microscopy and imaging solutions, today announced the CellLive Series, an advanced live-cell imaging platform designed to help researchers continuously observe, record, and analyze dynamic cellular processes from inside the incubator.

The CellLive CL11 and CL22 enable researchers to capture critical biological changes around the clock while maintaining stable environmental conditions. By reducing the need to repeatedly remove cultures from the incubator, the CellLive Series helps protect cell health, minimize experimental disruption, and improve workflow efficiency.

“Live-cell research depends on capturing the right biological event at the right moment,” said Eric Chen, President of Laxco, Inc. “The CellLive Series gives researchers a clearer and more complete view of cellular behavior over time, without requiring them to constantly monitor experiments at the microscope.”

Continuous Imaging Without Interrupting the Experiment

Designed to operate within a standard cell-culture incubator, the CellLive Series allows researchers to monitor experiments continuously while maintaining controlled temperature, humidity, and gas conditions.

Key capabilities include:

Continuous, 24/7 live-cell imagingIncubator-compatible compact designBrightfield, phase-contrast, and fluorescence imaging optionsAutomated image acquisition and reliable autofocusRemote experiment monitoring and accessTime-lapse imaging of dynamic cellular activityMulti-position imaging for expanded experimental coverageAdvanced image analysis and AI-assisted workflowsReduced handling and disturbance of sensitive culturesIntuitive software for experiment setup, visualization, and analysis

Built for a Wide Range of Live-Cell Applications

The CellLive Series supports researchers working across numerous life-science applications, including:

Cell proliferation and viabilityCell migration and wound-healing assaysStem-cell researchOrganoid and spheroid developmentDrug discovery and toxicity studiesCancer researchImmunology and neuroscienceApoptosis and cytotoxicity studiesTransfection efficiencyMorphological and phenotypic analysis

With continuous monitoring, researchers can observe cellular changes as they happen, track experimental progress remotely, and generate more comprehensive datasets than endpoint measurements alone can provide.

Flexible Solutions for Evolving Research Needs

The CellLive CL11 provides an accessible solution for routine live cell observation and time lapse imaging, while the CellLive CL22 expands imaging capabilities for more advanced experimental requirements. Together, the two platforms allow laboratories to select a system that aligns with their applications, workflow, and research goals.

“CellLive is more than an imaging instrument, it is a tool for improving how researchers understand living systems,” added Chen. “By combining continuous observation with automation and intelligent analysis, researchers can work more efficiently while gaining deeper insight from every experiment.”

About Laxco, Inc.

Laxco, Inc. is a leading provider of high performance microscopy and imaging solutions for life-science research, clinical laboratories, education, and industrial applications. Supported by more than 100 years of combined microscopy experience, Laxco delivers innovative, high quality instruments backed by expert technical support, customized solutions, and a worldwide distributor network.

From routine observation to advanced imaging, Laxco is committed to helping scientists, clinicians, educators, and industry professionals see more, discover more, and achieve more.

For additional information about the CellLive Series or to request a demonstration, visit https://www.laxcoinc.com/celllive.

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First Horizon Bank and Greenlight Bring Family Financial Tools to Kids and Teens

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MEMPHIS, Tenn., Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — First Horizon Bank (NYSE: FHN) (or “First Horizon”) today announced a partnership with Greenlight Financial Technology, Inc. (“Greenlight”) to give First Horizon clients and their families access to Greenlight’s family financial app and safety tools. The platform combines debit cards, money management tools and financial education for kids and teens with resources that help parents and caregivers manage family finances.

Greenlight teaches kids and teens how to build healthy money habits by giving them hands-on tools to learn how to earn, save, spend and manage money. Parents and caregivers get greater visibility and control over how their children use and learn about money, and can monitor and protect senior loved ones from financial fraud and theft.

Eligible clients who connect a First Horizon account as their funding source can access Greenlight’s Select subscription at no cost. Enhanced Greenlight plans are available at a discount for additional features and family protection.

Greenlight Options and Key Features
Select (free) includes:

Debit cards for up to five children2% savings reward through GreenlightAutomated allowance and chore managementQuick and easy family money transfersInteractive financial literacy games

Infinity Select (discounted) adds:

Investing for kidsFamily location sharingDriving reportsSOS alertsCrash detection

Family Shield Select (discounted) adds:

Account monitoringSuspicious activity alertsIdentity protection for up to two senior family members

“Many of our clients are looking for ways to help their children build smart financial habits from an early age,” said Erin Pryor, Senior Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing and Experience Officer at First Horizon Bank. “Through our partnership with Greenlight, we’re excited to offer tools to help children develop healthy finance habits, while providing parents and caregivers resources to support their families and aging loved ones. Together, these solutions can help build stronger financial futures.” 

“We’re thrilled to partner with First Horizon to bring our family finance platform to more families and make tools for financial education, money management and family safety more accessible to their clients,” said Matt Wolf, Chief Commercial Officer at Greenlight. “This collaboration furthers Greenlight’s commitment to helping families navigate money and life together, across all generations.”

Eligible First Horizon clients can enroll by registering through firsthorizon.com and connecting a First Horizon account as their funding source.

About First Horizon Corporation
First Horizon Corp. (NYSE: FHN), with $84.3 billion in assets as of September 30, 2026, is a leading regional financial services company, dedicated to helping our clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, the banking subsidiary First Horizon Bank operates in 12 states concentrated in the southern U.S. The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services. First Horizon has been recognized as one of the nation’s best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank. More information is available at www.FirstHorizon.com.

About Greenlight
Greenlight is a family technology company on a mission to help families navigate money and life together. Through its subscription plans, families get access to the Greenlight app, debit card, GPS-enabled safety devices†, and Family Hub — bringing together financial tools, scam and fraud protection, real-time safety features, and everyday family management in one connected experience for every stage of life. Today, more than 6.5 million family members trust Greenlight to stay in sync.

Greenlight partners with more than 200 leading banks and credit unions to bring its family finance solution to more families through the Greenlight for Banks and Greenlight for Credit Unions.

The Greenlight Debit Card is issued by Community Federal Savings Bank, member FDIC, pursuant to license by Mastercard International. Greenlight Investment Advisors, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor, provides investment advisory services to its clients. Investing involves risk and may include the loss of principal. Greenlight is a financial technology company, not a bank. The Greenlight app facilitates banking services through Greenlight’s bank partners. For more information, please visit: greenlight.com.

†Requires mobile data or a WiFi connection, and access to sensory and motion data from cell phone to utilize safety features including family location sharing and driving alerts and reports. Messaging and data rates and other terms may apply.

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