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Rosetta Stone for Schools Partners with Youngstown State University to Strengthen its Foreign Language Program

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1 year ago

December 4, 2024

This collaboration merges YSU’s expert faculty with Rosetta Stone’s cutting-edge technology to deliver an immersive, multi-layered language learning experience

SAN MATEO, Calif., Dec. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Rosetta Stone, the world’s leading language learning brand, has announced a new partnership with Youngstown State University (YSU) in Ohio. The university will combine the expertise of its faculty and Rosetta Stone’s interactive activities to enrich YSU’s Foreign Language Program, creating a deeply immersive learning experience that prepares students for academic and professional success. More than 22,000 educational institutions worldwide rely on Rosetta Stone to equip learners with the language skills needed to thrive in a multilingual world.

Youngstown State University’s reimagined Foreign Language Program exemplifies its commitment to providing an immersive, multi-faceted learning experience. Along with targeted classroom instruction from experienced professors, students benefit from Rosetta Stone’s extensive collection of engaging lessons, career-readiness content and unlimited one-on-one or small-group tutoring in Spanish, French, German and Italian. This scalable program empowers students with practical language skills, positioning them for success in a global workforce—all while earning credits toward YSU’s foreign language requirements.

“This hybrid approach not only facilitates flexible learning but also fosters a deeper understanding of language,” said Charlie Howell, dean of YSU’s Beeghly College of Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, and Education. “We believe that Rosetta Stone’s immersive experience will empower our students to become global citizens and effective communicators in an increasingly diverse society.”

“We are excited to partner with Youngstown State University, an institution that shares our commitment to nurturing curiosity and lifelong learning,” said Paul Mishkin, CEO of IXL Learning. “By integrating Rosetta Stone’s immersive platform with YSU’s expert faculty we are providing students with the tools to speak a new language with confidence, unlocking academic and professional opportunities.”

Relevant, tailored content for real-world scenarios
Each student’s learning pathway is individualized from their first interaction with Rosetta Stone. Placement assessments quickly determine a targeted path for each learner, immersing them in interactive content tailored to their exact proficiency levels. Real-world images and audio from native speakers help learners build context and meaning. This immersive method is similar to how we acquire language as children to accelerate acquisition and increase retention. At more advanced levels, learners can access specialized courses focused on education and occupational skills, such as email etiquette, résumé writing, and understanding medical terminology. These targeted lessons empower students to apply their language skills in professional settings, ensuring they are well-prepared for life after graduation.

Strong verbal skills are essential for mastering a new language. Recognizing this, Rosetta Stone offers targeted speaking practice that helps students develop conversational fluency. One-on-one and small-group tutoring sessions with native speakers provide structured opportunities for students to practice their speaking skills. Through conversations with qualified tutors, learners become more comfortable communicating in classroom and everyday settings. During independent practice, TruAccent, the platform’s speech recognition engine, gives immediate feedback on how well students spoke each word or phrase compared to native speakers. This feature helps students confidently refine their accents by showing them that their pronunciation is authentic.

Additionally, Rosetta Stone gives faculty tools to effectively monitor student progress. Robust reporting and grading tools allow professors to assess individual and group achievement by tracking real-time usage. Educators can leverage these insights to inform daily and long-term instructional decisions, tailoring in-class and one-on-one lessons to students’ unique strengths and weaknesses. Furthermore, Rosetta Stone lessons align with Common European Framework References (CEFR) standards, measuring learners’ skills against international benchmarks to ensure they are making meaningful progress.

About Rosetta Stone
Rosetta Stone has dedicated itself to changing people’s lives through the power of language for more than 30 years. The company’s innovative digital solutions use advanced technology to help learners at home, in schools, and in workplaces achieve their language goals. By learning with Rosetta Stone, people experience the joy of being able to read, write, and speak 25 languages, and make deeper connections with the world around them. Rosetta Stone joined the IXL Learning family of brands in 2021. IXL Learning includes IXL, Dictionary.com, Thesaurus.com, TPT, inglés.com, FrenchDictionary.com, Wyzant, Vocabulary.com, ABCya, Education.com, Emmersion, and Carson Dellosa Education. Discover how IXL Learning’s products are shaping the future of education by exploring its newsroom.

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CLIN OPS SOLUTIONS EXPANDS INDUSTRY IMPPACT THROUGH EXCLUSIVE EVENTS, NETWORKING DINNERS, AND EXPERT-LED WEBINARS

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36 minutes ago

April 21, 2026

Bridging talent, insight, and innovation—beyond recruitment

BOSTON, April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Clin Ops Solutions, a leading recruitment partner to biotech and pharmaceutical organizations, is redefining how clinical research professionals connect, learn, and grow.

Known for delivering top-tier talent across clinical operations, the company is expanding its impact through a curated portfolio of exclusive networking dinners, industry-focused webinars, and collaborative event experiences—designed to go beyond traditional recruitment and actively support career growth, knowledge exchange, and operational excellence.

“At Clin Ops Solutions, we recognized that the industry doesn’t just need connections—it needs meaningful conversations and shared insight,” said Sylvain Bédard, Founder and CEO. “Our events create spaces where leaders can openly discuss challenges, exchange ideas, and ultimately strengthen the future of clinical research.”

A New Model for Industry Engagement
Networking Dinners – Private, invitation-only gatherings that bring together senior leaders in clinical operations, regulatory affairs, and vendor management. These settings foster candid discussions on real-world challenges—far from the noise of large conferences.

Expert-Led Webinars – Timely sessions addressing critical industry trends, including site engagement, patient recruitment, study start-up inefficiencies, and vendor alignment. Each webinar delivers actionable insights from experienced professionals across the clinical research ecosystem.

Collaborative Industry Events – Strategic partnerships with organizations and industry experts to host panels, roundtables, and thought leadership discussions that tackle the most pressing operational challenges in clinical trials today.

Beyond Recruitment: Driving Career Growth and Industry Progress
While Clin Ops Solutions remains a trusted recruitment partner, its expanded initiatives reflect a broader mission: to empower clinical research professionals at every stage of their careers.

Through these events, attendees gain direct access to industry leaders and decision-makers, insights into evolving clinical trial challenges and solutions, opportunities to build meaningful, long-term professional relationships, and exposure to new career pathways and organizational perspectives.

This approach not only strengthens individual careers but also contributes to more efficient, connected, and forward-thinking clinical trial operations.

Supporting a More Connected Clinical Research Community
As the clinical research landscape continues to evolve, Clin Ops Solutions is committed to creating platforms that encourage transparency, collaboration, and shared learning.

By integrating recruitment with thought leadership and industry engagement, the company is positioning itself as more than a staffing partner—it is becoming a connector of ideas, expertise, and innovation.

About Clin Ops Solutions
Clin Ops Solutions is a specialized recruitment firm supporting biotech and pharmaceutical companies in building high-performing clinical operations teams. Through a unique blend of talent solutions, industry events, and collaborative initiatives, the company connects professionals and organizations to drive success in clinical research.

The company’s business development efforts are led by Jason Milovanovic and Leticia Tarilonte, both Vice Presidents of Business Development, who work closely with clients and industry partners to support growth, build relationships, and expand Clin Ops Solutions’ presence across the clinical research landscape.

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Chapters Health System Named 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces

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36 minutes ago

April 21, 2026

TEMPLE TERRACE, Fla., April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Chapters Health System, the nation’s leading chronic illness innovator and largest nonprofit hospice provider, proudly announced that it has once again earned the prestigious 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces award.

The award honors organizations with 150 or more employees that have created exceptional, people-first cultures. This year, more than 40,500 organizations were invited to participate. The winners are recognized for their commitment to fostering a workplace environment that values employee listening and engagement. USA TODAY showcased the winners online and at the National Awards Summit in Nashville.

“Earning the USA TODAY Top Workplaces once again speaks to the incredible momentum Chapters Health System has gained in driving a people-first culture while sustaining exponential grown through multiple affiliations on the West Coast,” said Andrew Molosky, President and CEO, Chapters Health System. “Thanks to our incredible team, we are proving that quality, growth, and culture can all thrive by leveraging our unique approach to healthcare.”

Winners are determined by authentic employee feedback captured through a confidential survey conducted by Energage, the HR research and technology company behind the Top Workplaces program since 2006. The results are calculated based on employee responses to statements about Workplace Experience Themes, which are proven indicators of high performance.

At Chapters Health, we believe that an engaged, mission-driven culture can transform healthcare,” said Nikki Romence, Chief People Officer, Chapters Health System. “This continued recognition is a testament to our nearly 4,500 team members across the country and their commitment to collaboration, innovation, and accountability. Their focus on our mission of taking care of patients, or taking care of those who do allows us to provide exceptional care to the thousands of families who depend on us each day.”

To learn more about career opportunities at Chapters Health System and the opportunity to change the future of healthcare, click here.

About Chapters Health System
Chapters Health System is boldly innovating the future of chronic illness care through its collective portfolio of more than 30 different companies and programs, including the nation’s largest nonprofit hospice network, PACE, value-based care such as CareNu, managed services organizations, technology solutions, advanced illness offerings, consulting, and more. Established in 1983 as a community-centered, nonprofit entity, Chapters Health has grown exponentially through its radical approach to healthcare that leverages a one-of-a-kind system to support patients, families, and caregivers across the country, while remaining grounded in the mission of taking care of patients, or taking care of those who do®. Chapters Health has been nationally recognized by Great Places to Work, Fortune®, USA Today, and others for being a top place to work. To learn more, visit www.chaptershealth.org, like us on Facebook or follow us on X and LinkedIn.

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CC&N Launches Data Center Day 2 Infrastructure Support to Sustain Performance in Live Environments

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36 minutes ago

April 21, 2026

Employee-owned company expands services to provide embedded teams that protect uptime, manage continuous change, and support long-term data center performance.

BROOKFIELD, Wis., April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — As demand for data infrastructure continues to accelerate, CC&N is expanding its infrastructure support capabilities into data center environments. The Southeastern Wisconsin-based, 100 percent employee-owned company today announced the availability of its Data Center Day 2 Infrastructure Support services for mission-critical environments.

“Our Day 2 Infrastructure Support teams stay embedded in the environment, helping organizations manage change without compromising performance,” said Dan Witkofski, President of CC&N. “We focus on getting the details right so issues don’t surface later.”

While much of the industry focuses on data center construction and deployment, CC&N is building on its experience in those environments to support and maintain them once live, which includes ongoing operational support. Once infrastructure is installed, environments continue to evolve as systems expand, equipment changes and operational demands increase.

“At CC&N, we understand that the work doesn’t stop once a data center is up and running; we know that it shifts,” said Dan Witkofski, President of CC&N. “Our Day 2 Infrastructure Support teams stay embedded in the environment, helping organizations manage change without compromising performance. We focus on getting the details right so issues don’t surface later.”

CC&N’s Day 2 Infrastructure Support services provide embedded technicians who operate inside live data center environments as an extension of the customer’s team. Working within established workflows, ticketing systems and change management processes, these technicians help ensure consistency, accountability and precision across all infrastructure activities.

The service offering includes:

Support for moves, adds and changes (MAC)Troubleshooting of fiber, copper and rack-level connectivityProactive infrastructure maintenanceDisciplined labeling and documentation practices that preserve clarity and traceability over time

By combining physical infrastructure expertise with operational alignment, CC&N helps organizations reduce risk, improve response times, and maintain long-term system reliability.

“Day 2 support is about maintaining control in environments that are constantly changing,” Witkofski added. “We’ve long supported these types of needs for our customers, and now we’re bringing that same discipline and expertise directly into data center environments. Our teams bring the operational discipline and hands-on expertise needed to keep infrastructure organized, responsive and reliable as demands grow.”

CC&N’s approach is rooted in its employee-owned structure, where technicians take ownership of their work and remain engaged until issues are fully resolved. The company’s teams operate across hyperscale, colocation and enterprise data centers, supporting mission-critical environments where uptime is essential and precision matters.

As organizations continue to scale their data center operations, CC&N’s Day 2 Infrastructure Support services provide a structured, consistent approach to managing ongoing infrastructure needs without expanding internal headcount.

To learn more about CC&N’s Data Center Day 2 Infrastructure Support services, visit cc-n.com or contact the company directly to start a conversation.

About CC&N

Founded in 1985, CC&N is a network infrastructure company specializing in the design, installation, and support of mission critical connectivity systems. The company delivers structured cabling, Wi Fi, DAS, UPS, and data center infrastructure services, helping organizations stay reliably connected without disrupting operations. CC&N has spent decades building an experienced team that delivers customers depth of knowledge, exceptional craftsmanship, reliable on-time delivery and highly responsive customer care. The company has offices in Brookfield, Menasha, Eau Claire and Madison to provide both project and service work to small, mid-size and enterprise companies in a wide range of businesses and industries. CC&N is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and an OwnersEdge operating company.

About OwnersEdge

Based in Waukesha, Wis., OwnersEdge Inc. is a 100% employee-owned ESOP holding company that strives to invest in and build sustainable businesses throughout the Midwest. The operating companies within the OwnersEdge portfolio utilize their industry expertise to drive business growth and create value for stakeholders including customers, communities and the ESOP employee owners. The existing companies in its portfolio – Asche & Spencer, BAYCOM, CC&N, Implecho, QComp Technologies and EmbedTek – provide diverse products and services to a variety of market segments ranging from public safety to construction to manufacturing and music production. For more information, visit OwnersEdge.com.

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