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Neumann University Receives Record $5 Million Gift for Nursing Scholarships

Posted on January 16, 2026 by sHq_LoGiNz

ASTON, Pa., Jan. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Neumann University has received a $5 million gift — the largest in its history by an individual — from William Fegley, Jr., and his wife Jacquelyn to support undergraduate nursing students in the School of Nursing and Health Sciences. The family has designated $4.5 million for undergraduate nursing student scholarships and $500,000 for state-of-the-art laboratory equipment.

In recognition of the gift, the university’s BSN and graduate nursing programs were named The Jacquelyn Wilson Fegley ’71 College of Nursing at a January 16 ceremony at Neumann’s suburban Philadelphia campus.

Born and raised in Chester, Pennsylvania, Jacquelyn Wilson Fegley entered the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia after graduating high school in 1962, spending ten years in service and teaching before earning a nursing degree from Our Lady of Angels College (now Neumann University) in 1971. She went on to a nursing career, while her husband, William Fegley, built a career in public accounting and served as an adjunct professor and lecturer. The couple married in 1974. Today, they have five children and 11 grandchildren.

Neumann University will begin awarding the Fegley scholarships this fall. Criteria include academic achievement and financial need. Fifteen new students each year will benefit, receiving $6,000 annually ($24,000 over four years).

Nursing is the largest undergraduate major at Neumann University, with approximately 120 students per year accepted into the program. Over the last four years, Neumann’s nursing graduates have achieved an impressive 96.9% first-time test-takers pass rate on the exam required for licensure as a Registered Nurse. During the same four-year period, the first-time test-takers pass rate was 89.98% in Pennsylvania and 86.33% nationally.

“This extraordinarily generous gift comes at a time when the demand for highly competent, practice-ready nurses continues to grow nationwide,” said Dr. Chris Domes, president of Neumann University. “The Fegley nursing scholarships will help transform the lives of countless aspiring nurses, including many first-generation college students, by supporting their academic journey to a lifelong professional career.”

Neumann University is an independent, Catholic college, committed to providing students with opportunities for success through rigorous academic majors, leadership opportunities, and professional internships. The campus culture emphasizes the Franciscan values of reverence, integrity, service, excellence, and stewardship. With more than 60% of students as the first in their families to attend college, Neumann has been recognized for social mobility by U.S. News & World Report for six consecutive years.

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CNH Moving Towards a Sustainable Future With CSR Initiative in India

Posted on January 16, 2026 by sHq_LoGiNz

At CNH India, sustainability isn’t just a goal, it’s a responsibility. Through Haritdhara, CNH’s latest CSR initiative, they have created a self-sustaining Miyawaki forest near their Indore plant to restore biodiversity, recharge water systems, and support local communities.

Spread across 3,000 square metres, this green space uses native species and the Miyawaki method – a Japanese technique for rapidly creating dense, self-sustaining native forests – to accelerate growth, enhance carbon sequestration, and build climate resilience. By regenerating green cover around Sanjay Jalashaya, CNH is helping revive a vital water body, improve air quality, and create a thriving ecosystem for future generations.

Haritdhara means Green Earth, and that’s exactly what CNH is working toward.

CNH Industrial (NYSE: CNH) is a world-class equipment, technology and services company. Driven by its purpose of Breaking New Ground, which centers on Innovation, Sustainability and Productivity, the Company provides the strategic direction, R&D capabilities, and investments that enable the success of its global and regional Brands. Globally, Case IH and New Holland supply 360° agriculture applications from machines to implements and the digital technologies that enhance them; and CASE and New Holland Construction Equipment deliver a full lineup of construction products that make the industry more productive. The Company’s regionally focused Brands include: STEYR, for agricultural tractors; Raven, a leader in digital agriculture, precision technology and the development of autonomous systems; Hemisphere, a leading designer and manufacturer of high-precision satellite-based positioning, and heading technologies; Flexi-Coil, specializing in tillage and seeding systems; Miller, manufacturing application equipment; and Eurocomach, producing a wide range of mini and midi excavators for the construction sector, including electric solutions.

Across a history spanning over two centuries, CNH has always been a pioneer in its sectors and continues to passionately innovate and drive customer efficiency and success. As a truly global company, CNH’s 35,000+ employees form part of a diverse and inclusive workplace, focused on empowering customers to grow, and build, a better world.

For more information and the latest financial and sustainability reports visit: cnh.com

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CNH Moving Towards a Sustainable Future With CSR Initiative in India

Posted on January 16, 2026 by sHq_LoGiNz

Haritdhara means Green Earth, and that’s exactly what CNH is working toward.

For more information and the latest financial and sustainability reports visit: cnh.com

For news from CNH and its Brands visit: media.cnh.com

Learn more about this story here!

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Study Finds More Treatment Hours for Autistic Children May Not Lead to Better Outcomes

Posted on January 16, 2026 by sHq_LoGiNz

WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Jan. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — For autistic children, receiving more hours of treatment may not lead to better outcomes, according to a new peer-reviewed study by researchers at the nonprofit Catalight Research Institute. The findings challenge long-standing guidelines that recommend 30 to 40 hours of applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy per week for autistic children. ABA is a longstanding and commonly used treatment for autism.

The study analyzed real-world clinical data from 725 autistic children receiving ABA across the United States over a one-year period. Researchers examined the relationship between treatment hours and measures of wellbeing, including communication, goal attainment and dangerous behavior.

“For decades, families have been told that more hours mean better outcomes,” said Doreen Samelson, Ed.D., Catalight‘s chief clinical officer and lead author of the study. “Our findings suggest a more nuanced reality – one where more hours are not a reliable predictor of meaningful, real-world progress.”

Key Findings:

Higher hours of ABA were not associated with improvements in adaptive behavior, such as communication, socialization or daily living skills. Children receiving more hours tended to start out with lower baseline adaptive abilities and showed slower improvement
Dangerous behaviors decreased over time regardless of treatment hours – suggesting reductions were not driven by dosage
Baseline communication skills were a stronger predictor of outcomes than the number of hours

The authors emphasized the importance of distinguishing between short-term goal attainment and achieving broader outcomes that contribute to lasting wellbeing. While increased therapy hours appeared to support progress on highly specific goals, they did not lead to meaningful improvements in broader functioning.

“These results reinforce the idea that autism care should be individualized, not driven by one-size-fits-all hour recommendations,” Dr. Samelson said. “For some children, increased hours may support short-term learning of specific skills. But more hours alone do not guarantee broader adaptive gains.”

The researchers note that ABA remains an effective intervention for many children, particularly for reducing dangerous behaviors and supporting skill acquisition. However, they argue that treatment decisions should prioritize individuals rather than defaulting to high hours of ABA.

“Our findings align with a growing body of research suggesting that current practice guidelines may overemphasize high hours,” Dr. Samelson said. “Families and clinicians deserve guidance that reflects what actually works in real-world care settings.”

The study, “Dosage in Applied Behavior Analysis: Effect on Adaptive Behavior, Goal Attainment, and Dangerous Behavior,” was published in the “Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders.” It was co-authored by Dr. Samelson, Lindsey Sneed, Ph.D., BCBA, and Ben Pfingston, MS, all of the Catalight Research Institute.

About Catalight

Catalight breaks down barriers and biases to create a more equitable world so people with developmental disabilities can choose their path to care. Catalight provides access to innovative, individualized care services, clinical research and advocacy — all powered by intelligent technology. Through the work of affiliate partners, Easterseals Hawaii and Easterseals Northern California, Catalight and its family of companies support people with developmental disabilities and their families across their care journey.

The Catalight family of companies is one of the largest behavioral health networks in the nation, with more than 16,000 practitioners serving 24,000 clients and families annually. Backed by more than a decade of experience and a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, we are reimagining the way people with developmental disabilities and their families experience healthcare. Catalight’s goal is to ensure that individuals and families receive timely access to evidence-based treatment, including naturalistic developmental and language-based services, applied behavior analysis and speech therapy.

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Benjamin Cremaschi and Lilly Reale Receive the 2025 U.S. Soccer Young Player of the Year Award Presented by Henkel

Posted on January 16, 2026 by sHq_LoGiNz

ROCKY HILL, Conn., January 16, 2026 /3BL/ – As a proud Official Partner of U.S. Soccer, Henkel, a leading manufacturer of well-known consumer and industrial brands including Dial® soap, Persil® and all® free clear laundry detergent, Snuggle® fabric softeners, Schwarzkopf® hair care and Loctite®, OSI®, Technomelt®, and Bonderite® adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings, today announced that Benjamin Cremaschi and Lilly Reale have been named the 2025 U.S. Soccer Young Player of the Year Award recipients. In recognition of their achievements and influence beyond the game, Henkel will donate a total of $20,000 to charities selected by each player. It is the first time the award includes a charitable donation provided by a U.S. Soccer sponsor.

Presented annually to recognize the exceptional accomplishments of U.S. Soccer Youth National Team players, the Young Player of the Year Award honors Benjamin Cremaschi as the Young Male Player of the Year and Lilly Reale as the Young Female Player of the Year for their performances, leadership, and impact throughout the 2025 season. The awardees were selected by U.S. Soccer sporting representatives, select national media members, and a fan vote at the end of 2025.

“We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible talent and dedication of this year’s Young Male and Female Player of the Year award winners,” said Stephanie Bates, Vice President, Partnership Marketing of U.S. Soccer. “These athletes represent the future of our sport, and their achievements reflect the passion and commitment that drive U.S. Soccer forward. We’re equally proud to have Henkel as the presenting sponsor of these awards. Their commitment to supporting young athletes and shaping future stars ensures that the game continues to thrive for generations to come.”

Henkel will donate $10,000 to the Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics (FAST), selected by Benjamin Cremaschi, to support research and treatment for Angelman Syndrome.

Henkel will donate $10,000 to Boys & Girls Club of Boston, chosen by Lilly Reale in support of its efforts to create opportunities to help youth explore their passions and find their purpose to set them up for success.

“We are honored to be the presenting sponsor of the Young Player of the Year Award as part of our commitment to grow the game for future generations,” said Jennifer Schiavone, Henkel Vice President, Corporate Communications, Americas. “We congratulate Benjamin and Lilly on this well-deserved recognition and celebrate the example they set for young athletes everywhere. Their leadership and impact extend beyond the game, and we are proud to introduce the donations in their name to charitable organizations that are close to their hearts.”

Henkel’s support of the Young Player of the Year Award is part of a multi-year sponsorship with U.S. Soccer to improve access to the game of soccer by creating moments of community, inclusion and opportunity. Henkel is also working with U.S. Soccer and the American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) to expand access to the game through free youth clinics. Alongside Henkel’s community equipment drives that provide needed gear and the Dial® Clean Sheet program supporting classrooms nationwide—these efforts create opportunities for kids to play, grow and thrive on and off the field.

Henkel Contact

Erica Cooper
Corporate Communications Canada/USA
475-232-4973
erica.cooper@henkel.com

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Se abren las nominaciones para el Premio MIDORI a la Biodiversidad 2026 de la AEON Environmental Foundation y la Secretaría del Convenio sobre la Diversidad Biológica

Posted on January 16, 2026 by sHq_LoGiNz

TOKIO Y MONTREAL–(BUSINESS WIRE)–La convocatoria de nominaciones para el Premio MIDORI a la Biodiversidad 2026 está abierta del 2 de febrero al 31 de marzo de 2026. Se invita al público a presentar nominaciones a través del sitio web de la AEON Environmental Foundation en https://www.aeonkankyozaidan.or.jp/en/prize/. La Ceremonia de Entrega de Premios y el Foro de Ganadores de la edición 2026 del Premio se celebrarán el 27 de agosto en Tokio, Japón. Estos eventos contribuirán a la movilizació