New Cause of Osteoporosis: Mutation in a miroRNA Nov 21, 2009
Xiang-Hang Luo and colleagues, at Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, People's Republic of China, have now identified a previously unknown microRNA (miR-2861) as crucial to bone maintenance in mice and humans. See Also. (Science Daily)
The Best Online Schools for Nursing Nov 19, 2009
South University offers a RN to bachelor s degree in nursing as well as a master s degree for nursing. This online nursing school is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing. (Suite101.com)
Lesser access for babies? Sep 10, 2009
Kristin Fleming, assistant director of admissions for South University s Richmond campus, works at the school s new location in West Broad Village. Empty storefronts line the main portion of the project, which includes space for shops, offices, apartments and homes. (Yahoo News -- Child Welfare)
Travel-time signs expand to C-470 Aug 20, 2009
The eastbound sign on C-470 between South University Boulevard and South Quebec Street will provide the travel time to Interstate 25. If the program is successful, the next phase would include westbound I-70 at Kipling Street, CDOT said. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Region’s weeds star in book Aug 14, 2009
10:56 a.m. Thursday, August 13, 2009. Region s weeds star in book. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Jerrold H. Jensen Jul 19, 2009
In his new position, John will lead EDMC's fully online education operations for The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Argosy University and South University. Mr. Kline was previously Chief Executive Officer at Nelnet's Enrollment Solutions division and, prior to that, served as Chief Administrative Officer for Apollo Group, Inc.. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
New ISU fitness center shaping up on campus Jul 16, 2009
The fitness center has projects on South University Street that have kept Feltner and crews busy this summer. - The $8 million southeast power plant near Atkin Hall will provide cooled water piped to the fitness center, Fell Hall and the College of Business building. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Education Management LLC names John Kline president Jul 14, 2009
At EDMC, Kline will lead the company s fully online education operations for The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Argosy University and South University, the company said. Reader Comments. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
MeritCare boasts new treatment center Jul 12, 2009
The two programs are just a few blocks from their former location on MeritCare's South University campus. The kidney dialysis center can serve 142 patients and more than 30 on home dialysis. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
4 families rebuilding finances post-foreclosure Jul 11, 2009
Boykin, who earned her associate's degree last year from Southern Wesleyan University, is talking to counselors at South University in the hopes of starting on a bachelor's degree this fall. "You know, more pay [and] higher on the career ladder," she said. (USA Today -- Money)
PG South/West: Colts WR is a student of the game Jul 2, 2009
" Always a speedster, Alexander worked for the Born2Run athletic performance complex in Grove City upon graduating. Brosky was looking into using parts of the facility for the Colts, and that led to a connection in which he implored Alexander to come out for the team. Born2Run would ultimately go bankrupt, and when Alexander moved back to Pittsburgh, he joined the Colts. Alexander's day job is in admissions with South University, which has an online campus headquartered in Pittsburgh. He said he... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
In Hard Times, China's Matchmakers Enjoy a Boom Apr 30, 2009
Tang Haibo, Director at Mental Health Education Center in Central South University, thinks the motivation of the girls is understandable, but "the pragmatic approach to marriage as solution to financial difficulties could be disastrous...College graduates have little social experience, and can be very immature about relationship and marriage," says Tang. "It is the responsibility of schools and parents to provide guidance.". (Time.com)
Supplement Of Probiotics Provides A New Therapy For Ulcerative Colitis Feb 28, 2009
A research team led by Professor Lu from the Department of Gastroenterology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University compared the effects of four strains of probiotics which were isolated from healthy human feces by his facility, in order to find one or two obvious effective strains. This investigation showed that all four strains of probiotics (E.feacalis, L.acidophilus, C.butyricum and B.adolescentis) could relieve symptom of experimental colitis close to SASP on an evaluation... (Science Daily)
Some white-collar Chinese women now maids Feb 20, 2009
"I told a former classmate what I'm doing, and she said I shouldn't look at it as housekeeping. She said what I'm really doing is managing a household and educating children," said Xiong, who graduated from Central South University of Technology in the southern city of Changsha. 1. (MSNBC -- International)
Chinalco Appoints Xiong as Chairman, Xiao Departs After Leading Rio Deal Feb 19, 2009
Xiong, who holds a doctorate in mining from Central South University in Changsha, Hunan province, was vice chairman and general manager of He was president of Chinalcos listed unit, Chalco, between 2004 and 2006. The appointment of Xiong was announced within the company in the first week of February, according to an industry official on Feb. 9. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Tips for Navigating Valentine's Day at the Office Feb 15, 2009
"You should certainly check with your own workplace policies and practices before you make any Valentine's Day plans," says Dr. Steven Yoho, dean of the college of business at South University. "If the written policy is broad and doesn't mention Valentine's Day or gift-giving specifically, I would ask coworkers how the holiday has been handled in the past or even make a quick call to human resources.". (Pekin Times, IL)
Chinalco Said to Appoint Former Executive Xiong as Chairman; Xiao to Leave Feb 8, 2009
Xiong, who holds a doctorate in mining from Central South University in Changsha, Hunan province, is currently vice chairman and general manager of He joined Chalco in 2000 and was president of the listed unit between 2004 and 2006. The Hong Kong Economic Times today said Xiao may step down as chairman of Chalco and be replaced by Xiong, citing an unidentified official at the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
The Psychology of Seasons: Care for Your Mental Health Feb 8, 2009
"In the fall we tend to see an increase in seasonal affective disorder and in overall stress," says Dr. Ellen Emerson, assistant professor in the department of Behavioral Sciences at South University -- Savannah, Ga. "With decreasing hours of daylight, many people go to work in the dark and return in the dark, so I often recommend that people try to get outside during their lunch break. You can benefit from as little as a 10-minute walk outside, in the daylight.". (Pekin Times, IL)
