Category Archives: Education

Emile B LaCerte Jr.’s Newly Released Noam Catch an Easter Bunny

Haverhill, MA, March 27, 2024 –“Noam Catch an Easter Bunny”: a delightful children’s book that combines the magic of Easter with themes of friendship and faith. “Noam Catch an Easter Bunny” is the creation of published author, Emile B LaCerte Jr.

LaCerte shares, “Jason’s daughter, Dani, and her friend Bunnycakes, adopt a puppy, naming him Kodi. When Kodi gets sick, her Bible school teacher tells her, ‘If you catch an Easter Bunny, he can help. The Easter Bunny is the saint for helping animals, forest friends, and pets.’

“Journey with Dani and Bunnycakes as they catch an Easter Bunny and travel to Moriah Hallow to meet Noam.

“With imagination, hope, and love become reality Noam.”

IIM Calcutta & Emeritus launch Advanced Programme in Strategic Project Management

Mumbai, 27th March 2024: In today’s dynamic and competitive business landscape, organisations are increasingly relying on projects to achieve their strategic goals and objectives. However, effectively managing complex projects demands skills beyond traditional project management (PM) skills. Acknowledging the need to equip project managers with essential skills and effective tools and methodologies to navigate the complexities of modern projects, IIM Calcutta, ranked 4th by NIRF 2023, launched the Advanced Programme in Strategic Project Management in partnership with Emeritus, a global pioneer in offering accessible and affordable high-quality education to individuals and organisations.

This 9-month high-impact programme is meticulously designed for mid and senior-level executives aiming to spearhead strategic initiatives with a project-oriented approach. Additionally, it is also beneficial for individuals with direct or indirect experience of working on projects, aiming to transition between project management domains or prepare for more challenging roles in Strategic Project Management. It caters to those seeking a shift from project execution to steering project portfolios for business growth, aligning projects with organisational goals, fostering innovation through in-demand techniques, and honing their leadership skills for effective project and team management. Graduates (10+2+3) or diploma holders (10+2+3) from AICTE or UGC-approved universities with a minimum of nine years of work experience and a minimum of 50% in Graduation/Post Graduation can apply for this programme.

According to the PMI Talent Gap Report 2021, project management-oriented employment in India is expected to witness a remarkable 36% growth from 2019 to 2030. The global economy needs 25 million new project professionals by 2030. To close the talent gap, 2.3 million people will need to enter PMOE (Project Management-Oriented Employment) every year just to keep up with evolving demands. The IIM Calcutta Advanced Programme in Strategic Project Management aims to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of strategic project management principles, tools, and techniques. Through a combination of theoretical insights and practical applications, participants will gain the expertise needed to navigate the complex landscape of modern project management.

The IIM Calcutta Advanced Strategic Project Management Programme, designed by renowned IIMC faculty, includes live online sessions totalling over 120 hours delivered by top IIM Calcutta faculty. It features profound case studies, simulations for real-time project decision-making, real-world actionable insights, peer-to-peer learning, and 7-day in-campus immersions covered in two visits. Additionally, participants engage in a Capstone project. The modules of this program cover macro perspectives, tactical and operational issues, as well as behavioural aspects of project management.

This programme will enable participants to:

• · Evaluate the impact of organisational structure and culture on project success.
• · Assess and manage project risks proactively to minimise negative impacts
• · Develop effective project financing strategies to support project execution.
• · Gain a 360-degree view on project leadership in the 21st century
• · Develop and implement project monitoring and problem-solving strategies to identify and resolve issues promptly
• · Implement effective communication strategies to keep stakeholders informed, engaged, and aligned throughout the project lifecycle
• · Demonstrate proficiency in crafting and implementing strategic project portfolios aligned with organisational goals

Commenting on the launch of the programme, Mohan Kannegal, CEO, India and APAC, Emeritus, said, “Today’s fast-evolving business landscape demands agile leaders who can navigate complex projects with strategic foresight. We are confident that IIM Calcutta’s Advanced Programme in Strategic Project Management will address the pressing need for strategic project management expertise, providing participants with practical tools and insights to lead projects successfully. As organisations increasingly focus on achieving strategic objectives through projects, this programme becomes essential for professionals looking to enhance their project management skills and contribute effectively to their firms. We at Emeritus remain committed to bringing high-impact programmes in collaboration with an esteemed institution such as IIM Calcutta that not only empowers professionals with the skills but also helps them navigate the market transformations.”

The programme is all set to begin on March 30, 2024, at a fee of INR 3,87,000 + GST taxes. Participants will be awarded a Certificate of Completion from IIM Calcutta on completing all evaluation components with minimum pass marks in the respective evaluation components and having a minimum attendance of 75%. They will also be eligible for IIM Calcutta executive education alumni status.

Author Patricia Y. Deering’s New Book Ghosts in the Library

Hammond, IN, March 25, 2024 –Patricia Y. Deering, who holds a master’s degree from Purdue University and teaches religious education for her parish, has completed her new book, “Ghosts in the Library”: a captivating story of a librarian assistant who is accused of murder and must rely upon the help of the ghosts in her library to help clear her name and find the true culprit.

Author Patricia Y. Deering is a first-time novelist who lives in Northwest Indiana with her husband Dan and their two dogs, Jack and Janet. In addition to her teaching, Patricia loves painting and enjoys spending her free time doing crafts.

“Vonnie Talbot is a librarian assistant in the Trainsville Public Library,” writes Patricia. “The library is usually quiet until one day, the ghost of her ex-husband shows up to protect her. She doesn’t feel the need for protection. However, when the library board president is missing and she is the prime suspect in his disappearance, things change. She needs all the help she can get. With the help of her ex-husband’s spirit and the other spirits discovered in the library, they will uncover what happened to the library board president. Hopefully, they will make this discovery before Vonnie is arrested.”

Author Lori Escalante’s New Book, Cooper Makes a New Friend

Victoria, TX, March 25, 2024 — Lori Escalante, an author who enjoys pleasing her fans through her writing, has completed her new book, “Cooper Makes a New Friend”: a charming tale that follows a young boy named Cooper and his friends as they discover a new visitor from space, and help him repair his ship so he can be on his way and continue his travels to other planets.

“Cooper Makes a New Friend” begins with Cooper introducing his friends to a new kid named Boyd, who joins them for a game and kicks a ball high up in the sky. But instead of coming back down, the ball manages to hit a spaceship, which comes crashing to the ground at the beach. Cooper and his friends meet the alien inside and do their best to help him repair his ship so he can return to outer space.

Cándido L. Otero, MD’s New Book Do You Know Who You Really Are

New York, NY, March 25, 2024 –Cándido L. Otero, MD has completed his new book, “Do You Know Who You Really Are?”: a fascinating and thought-provoking exploration of the scientific and nonscientific truths of the universe in order to help readers fully grasp that who they are and their thoughts are the only true, unchanging concepts in life.

Born in Puerto Rico, author Cándido L. Otero, MD’s medical studies started in the Dominican Republic, and he continued his postgraduate studies in pathology at the University of Florida at Shands, Jacksonville, as well as his fellowship in cytopathology. His second fellowship was done at the University of South Florida at Moffitt Cancer Center. After finishing his pathology specialty and two fellowship subspecialties, one in cytopathology and the second one in oncological surgical pathology, the author started practicing pathology as director of the laboratory at the Veteran Hospital in Roseburg, Oregon. Later, he became chief of diagnostics as well as acting chief of staff and, subsequently, transferred to West Texas Veteran Affairs before retiring and moving to Florida. Since then, Cándido has continued his interest in quantum physics and metaphysics, writing this book, and music. The author passed away in early 2024, just as his book was about to be released.

“My goal on this book is to make you aware of who you are and to make you realize that everything and anything you’ve learned about life is a concept that can disappear the same very moment that it came into existence,” shared Cándido. “The universe as we know it is only a creation of our consciousness. The only tangible concept is our thoughts that light up whenever we accept them, but they can disappear just at once when we aren’t conscious about it.

“The creation of consciousness is like a small light in the horizon that if you are not paying attention, you won’t see it, and your life will be the same as it had been since you were born, influenced by your surroundings and everyone in your circle, instead of being the creator of you own existence.”

Doug Armstrong Scottish Cherokee A Blood Xpose

Margate, FL, March 25, 2024 — Doug Armstrong has completed his new audiobook, “Doug Armstrong Scottish Cherokee: A Blood Xpose’”: a fascinating and engaging story that provides an overview of the author’s lineage from a historical perspective, going all the way back to the late 1800s.

“Men throughout history have questioned their existence,” writes Armstrong. “Some men have pondered the origins of life. Where they are from and the greatness of their ancestors. Were these ancestors’ good men, men of legend? We are Scotsman the men whom have guarded the lowlands of Scotland against her enemies for decades. We left England to avoid the persecution that would follow her victory.

“This is a story of one Armstrong Family in the new world. We survived and made a life for ourselves. We loved, lived and fought for our own preservation. We have no choice too whom we are born.

“We have no choice in deciding if our eyes will be round or slanted. If you are born into royalty you will encounter a lesser amount of adversity. When you are born to power you can change the destinies of others. You may even be able to make a mark on history which will benefit all of mankind and last for eternity. Remember…use your gifts from God for good not evil.

“In England, a pure bloodline is the basis for all her glory. England’s Monarchs standard setup a guide for her commoners, as well. Our bloodline is not the purest by England’s standards but ‘We are still Armstrong.’”

Published by Audiobook Network, author Doug Armstrong’s new audiobook will transport listeners back in time in order to discover the true history of the Armstrong family, including their trials and triumphs that shaped them throughout the generations.

Listeners can purchase the audiobook edition of “Doug Armstrong Scottish Cherokee: A Blood Xpose’” by Doug Armstrong through Audible, the Apple iTunes store, or Amazon.

Audiobooks are the fastest growing segment in the digital publishing industry. According to The Infinite Dial 2019, 50% of Americans age 12 and older have listened to an audiobook. This huge growth can be partly attributed to increased listening in cars, which surpassed the home as the #1 audiobook listening location in the 2019 survey. Smart speaker proliferation also bodes

Dr. Mahmud Kara Scholarship for Future Doctors

Valley View, OH, March 25, 2024 –The prestigious Dr. Mahmud Kara Scholarship for Future Doctors is now accepting applications for the 2024 academic year. Established in honor of the esteemed Dr. Mahmud Kara, a beacon of excellence in the medical community, this scholarship stands as a testament to his unwavering dedication to transformative healthcare practices.

The Dr. Mahmud Kara Scholarship for Future Doctors is a distinguished award program designed to recognize and support undergraduate students who are actively pursuing careers in medicine. With a one-time award of $1,000, this scholarship aims to fuel the aspirations of budding physicians who embody the core values of academic excellence, commitment to medicine, and dedication to personal growth.

Applicants for the Dr. Mahmud Kara Scholarship for Future Doctors must meet stringent criteria reflective of Dr. Kara’s own ethos and principles:

Academic Pursuit: Applicants must be current undergraduate students actively pursuing a career in medicine. Excellence in Academics: The scholarship values exceptional academic performance and seeks students who have demonstrated outstanding scholastic achievements. Commitment to Medicine: Candidates should possess a deep commitment to the field of medicine, showing genuine passion for making a positive impact on the lives of patients. Dedication to Personal Growth: The scholarship seeks individuals who exhibit a strong desire for personal and professional growth, continuously striving to expand their knowledge and skills within the medical field. Essay Requirement: As part of the application process, applicants must submit a thoughtful essay of under 1000 words addressing a significant challenge currently faced by the healthcare industry and proposing an innovative solution to address it effectively. Problem-Solving Skills: The scholarship committee is interested in applicants who demonstrate creative and resourceful approaches to problem-solving, showcasing their ability to identify and tackle complex issues within the healthcare sector.

Dr. Mahmud Kara, a distinguished medical doctor with over 30 years of experience, has been at the forefront of promoting functional medicine and natural remedies as powerful tools for improving overall well-being. Through his venture, KaraMD, Dr. Kara has empowered individuals to take control of their health journey by offering digestive support, heart health, and anti-inflammatory supplements.

Dr. Kara’s illustrious career is characterized by his relentless pursuit of excellence in the medical field. From serving as a faculty member at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine to conducting research coordination for critical medical studies, Dr. Kara’s commitment to advancing medical knowledge is unparalleled.

At the heart of the Dr. Mahmud Kara Scholarship for Future Doctors lies a belief in the potential of aspiring medical professionals to bring about positive change in the healthcare industry. By nurturing the dreams and aspirations of future doctors, this scholarship aims to create a ripple effect of transformation in medical care that will benefit patients and communities worldwide.

The selected winner of the Dr. Mahmud Kara Scholarship for Future Doctors will not only receive a prestigious award of $1,000 but also gain recognition for their exceptional contributions to the field of medicine.

The Fire Department Recruiting Handbook

Marietta, GA, March 25, 2024 — In a groundbreaking development for fire departments nationwide, Fire Recruiting is excited to announce the newly released book, “The Fire Department Recruiting Handbook.” This new book by Christopher Smith is set to redefine the standards of firefighter recruiting. This comprehensive guide aims to arm fire departments with advanced tools and strategies to navigate the complexities of modern recruitment. The book addresses critical aspects of digital transformation and generational shifts in the workforce, ensuring that fire departments can effectively attract and retain the talent they critically need.

Authored by experts in the fields of marketing, recruitment, and public service, the handbook delves into a variety of innovative strategies. Among the chapters are insightful discussions on leveraging digital techniques, understanding generational differences, and harnessing the power of big data. The book emphasizes the importance of story-based messaging and crafting compelling messages to engage potential recruits on a deeper level.

Building trust and authority stands as a cornerstone of the book’s philosophy, guiding departments on how to establish themselves as employers of choice in their communities. With a dedicated chapter on Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for recruiting, readers will learn how to increase their visibility on Bing and Google, making it easier for potential candidates to find them.

The handbook does not stop at traditional web search engines; it explores the vast potential of social media for recruiting, guiding readers on how to effectively use platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn to reach out to potential recruits. Programmatic ads and IP targeting are introduced as advanced techniques to precisely target and engage with ideal candidates.

Landing pages are highlighted as critical tools for converting interest into action, providing practical advice on how to design and utilize them effectively. As the recruitment landscape continues to evolve, the book also offers a forward-looking perspective on the future of fire department recruiting, preparing readers for upcoming trends and technologies.

“The Fire Department Recruiting Handbook” is an essential resource for fire department leaders, recruitment officers, and anyone involved in public service recruitment. By embracing the strategies outlined in this handbook, fire departments can look forward to a future of successful recruitment, bolstered by a workforce that is both skilled and passionate about serving their communities.