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University of New Hampshire and Plymouth State University to Offer Real-Time Acceptance and Scholarships via Direct Admissions

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Will participate in Niche Direct Admissions® to provide a simplified admissions process

CONCORD, N.H., Sept. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The University of New Hampshire (UNH) and Plymouth State University (PSU) today announced a pilot program with Niche Direct Admissions® for the 2024-25 admissions year. Some high school seniors throughout New Hampshire, and across the country, who meet the criteria set by these institutions for admission and merit scholarships can now receive immediate acceptance based solely on their Niche Profile.

Niche, the country’s leading platform connecting students with colleges, recently launched its 2025 direct admissions program for high school seniors. The company is revolutionizing the college admissions landscape by modernizing the way students and families choose their best-fit colleges, offering real-time acceptance and upfront scholarship offers. Now in its fourth consecutive cycle, Niche Direct Admissions has over 110 college and university partners.

“UNH is committed to making it easier for students and their families to access higher education and to navigate the admissions process,” said Kimberly DeRego, vice provost of enrollment management at UNH. “Students admitted via the Niche program are held to the same standards as any other student we welcome; however, they now have a quicker, more straightforward path to enrollment.”

This is the first time UNH and PSU, part of the University System of New Hampshire, will offer direct admissions. Across the country, direct admissions programs have expanded rapidly over the past five years, as universities seek to broaden access, boost enrollment and change the narrative of higher education from one of scarcity to one of opportunity. According to Niche survey data, 80% of last year’s high school seniors reported they’d be more interested in a college that offers acceptance without a traditional application. That trend continues for rising seniors in the class of 2025. 

“Niche was easy to adopt and has complemented our existing strategies, providing us with an additional source of enrollment at a time of rapid change within the industry,” said Joanne Landers, Ph.D., vice president of enrollment management and communications at Plymouth State University. “This new resource will enable us to further streamline our admissions process and extend the PSU experience to a broader audience.”

Research from the Annenberg Institute for School Reform at Brown University noted that “complexity and uncertainty in the college application process contribute to longstanding racial and socioeconomic disparities in enrollment.” While the study found that direct admissions programs increased the number of college applications overall, the increases were greater for underrepresented minority, first-generation and low-income students.

With Niche Direct Admissions, institutions set criteria for acceptance that are unique to their college or university. Meanwhile, students create an online profile and explore colleges based on a myriad of factors. In real time, qualified students will see if they have been accepted, receive a merit scholarship offer and access detailed information about the institution along with the option to initiate the enrollment process. These are offers from colleges the student expressed interest in, as well as similar ones they qualify for and may want to consider.

“It’s wonderful to see forward-thinking schools, such as our friends in New Hampshire, start to meet today’s students where they are by providing them and their families with the immediacy and transparency they’ve come to expect elsewhere in their lives,” said Luke Skurman, founder and CEO of Niche. “Not only is it beneficial to the students, but the ROI for the colleges checks out as well. The 2024 Niche Direct Admissions cycle generated an estimated first-year net tuition revenue of nearly $100 million, accounting for 9% of our partner institutions’ deposits on average, with some as high as 30%.”

Niche’s student-first approach removes much of the friction associated with the traditional college admissions process, such as letters of recommendation or personal essays. Niche Direct Admissions is completely free for students and open to all high school seniors, allowing them to receive acceptance and scholarships to colleges both in their home state and elsewhere. Students can still apply to PSU and UNH via the traditional application process.

UNH and PSU are now actively offering Niche Direct Admissions to the high school class of 2025. High school underclassmen who create a Niche Profile will automatically be eligible for direct admissions offers during their senior year. Over a million high school seniors create a Niche Profile each year, which is roughly one out of every two college-bound seniors. 

PRESS CONTACTS
UNH: Tania deLuzuriaga, Executive Director of Public Relations
tania.deluzuriaga@unh.edu

PSU: Denise Panyik-Dale, Director of Communications and Marketing
denise.panyikdale@plymouth.edu

Niche: Nick Liberati, Director of Public Relations
nick.liberati@niche.com

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAMPSHIRE:
The University of New Hampshire inspires innovation and transforms lives in our state, nation and world. Nearly 16,000 students from 50 states and 87 countries engage with an award-winning faculty in top-ranked programs in business, engineering, law, health and human services, liberal arts and the sciences across more than 200 programs of study. A Carnegie Classification R1 institution, UNH partners with NASA, NOAA, NSF, and NIH, and received over $210 million in competitive external funding in FY23 to further explore and define the frontiers of land, sea and space.

ABOUT PLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY:
Established in 1871, Plymouth State University serves the state of New Hampshire and the world beyond by transforming our students through advanced practices where engaged learning produces well-educated undergraduates, and by providing graduate education that deepens and advances knowledge and enhances professional development. The Plymouth State Cluster Learning Model emphasizes open, integrative, and project-based experiences. With distinction, we connect with community and business partners for economic development, technological advances, healthier living, and cultural enrichment with a special commitment of service to the North Country and Lakes Region of New Hampshire.

ABOUT NICHE:
Niche is changing how colleges connect with students and build their future classes. As the trusted partner to hundreds of colleges, Niche is helping higher education institutions across the country streamline operations, forge genuine connections with students and achieve their enrollment targets. Our nationally recognized Niche Direct Admissions® program enables colleges to proactively accept qualified students based on their Niche Profile alone. Through real-time acceptance and scholarship opportunities, Niche Direct Admissions offers a modern experience for today’s students, resulting in more enrollments for college admissions teams. Learn more about how over 110 institutions are already leveraging Niche Direct Admissions.

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HKPA and Subsidiary APTEC Debut at China Print

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HKPA’s 55-member delegation champions CTV Program to boost print productivity

HONG KONG, May 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a landmark move for the printing industry, the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Standardization Research Center is holding the public hearings of the “Requirements for the Calculation and Application of Colour Tone Value (CTV) for Printing Process Control” as a Greater Bay Area (GBA) standard, initiated by the Advanced Printing Technology Centre (APTEC). It aims to be the FIRST GBA standard for printing industry. To drive CTV implementation across the region, the HKPA has launched the program Colour.Method.Master: GBA RECREATES THE WORLD’S COLOUR, funded by Hong Kong’s Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA). Following its participation in the 31st South China International Exhibition on Printing Industry in March, APTEC is presenting the program at the 11th China Print from May 15 to 19. Through knowledge sharing and exchanges, APTEC aims at boosting the industry to achieve excellency in printing by adopting CTV.

Recognized as the world’s largest and most influential printing trade show, China Print opened on May 15 and drew broad global attention. The HKPA brought a 55-member delegation to the event, which included key association leaders: Mr. Jackson S. Y. Leung, Chairman; Mr. Fung Man Ching, Percy, Chairman, Supervisory Committee; Mr. Yeung Kam Kai, BBS, Life Honorary President; Mr. Chiu Kwok Chu, BBS, Life Honorary President; and Mr. Yan Tak Chung, Alex, Vice-Chairman. 

Chairman Leung emphasized the importance of scaling CTV adoption following its standardization in the GBA. The long-term vision is to position CTV as a nationwide benchmark for print quality control and advocate for its application globally. The goal is to integrate CTV across the entire print supply chain. Sponsored by the CCIDA, HKPA and APTEC are exhibiting at booth E1-072 in the China International Exhibition Center (Shunyi Hall). During the exhibition, the delegation gathered market insights on the Colour.Method.Master campaign, held meetings with vendors, explored the latest printing technologies, and tracked developments shaping the future of the industry. To learn more about the CTV program, visit https://www.ctv-aptec.org.    

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Blackstone Community Celebrates Global Expansion at “Night of Insight” Event

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Blackstone Community held its signature “Night of Insight” event recently to celebrate global expansion, strategic growth, and its long-term commitment to financial education and social impact.

NEW YORK, May 18, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Blackstone Community recently hosted its flagship gathering, “Night of Insight: A Toast to the Future,” marking a major milestone in the organization’s development as a global leader in investment education and responsible finance. The event brought together select members, partners, and contributors from multiple countries to celebrate achievements, foster new collaboration, and reaffirm the platform’s mission of cognitive empowerment and ethical growth.

Set in an elegant venue that blended formality with introspection, the evening featured keynote reflections, networking dialogues, and a structured review of Blackstone Community’s ongoing initiatives. The event also served as a platform to unveil upcoming content modules and collaborative frameworks that will shape the next phase of the community’s evolution.

A Celebration of Strategic Progress

The event highlighted key accomplishments in the areas of multilingual education delivery, cross-border member engagement, and the growing reach of the platform’s 1% Surplus Initiative. From member development milestones to impact-driven partnerships, the evening celebrated not only metrics—but mindset.

Attendees participated in guided discussion segments centered around long-term investing, emotional discipline, and the importance of structured decision-making frameworks in today’s complex financial environment.

A senior moderator noted during the program:

“Blackstone Community is not defined by tools or tactics, but by its dedication to deep thinking, collective progress, and the cultivation of independent judgment.”

Community Recognition and Vision Alignment

Special acknowledgment was given to contributors who have supported the development of mentorship systems, educational resource localization, and peer accountability structures. The event also introduced a new tier-based member roadmap that emphasizes steady cognitive development over short-term results.

Participants engaged in roundtable sessions to share feedback on platform features, propose ideas for upcoming workshops, and discuss ways to strengthen the global learning network.

Looking Ahead

As Blackstone Community continues its expansion, the “Night of Insight” affirmed the platform’s belief that finance is not merely about transactions, but about transformation. The event concluded with a call to action: to invest not only with capital, but with clarity, collaboration, and conscience.

About Blackstone Community

Blackstone Community is a global investment education and collaboration platform dedicated to empowering individuals through structured learning, strategic decision-making, and community-based development. With a strong emphasis on long-term thinking and financial ethics, the platform delivers multilingual programs, mentorship systems, and real-world simulations to support sustainable investing and inclusive financial literacy.

Disclaimer:

The information provided in this press release is not a solicitation for investment, nor is it intended as investment advice, financial advice, or trading advice. It is strongly recommended you practice due diligence, including consultation with a professional financial advisor, before investing in or trading cryptocurrency and securities.

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Nathan Brooks, Blackstone Community, 1 857-321-3703, service@blackstoneglobe.com, https://blackstoneglobe.com/

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AGS to Host Panel, “It’s Not About Skills,” at SIA’s CWS Summit Europe

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Allegis Global Solutions, the leading provider of global workforce solutions, will host a panel, “It’s Not About Skills,” at Staffing Industry Analysts’ (SIA) CWS Summit Europe, on Tuesday, 20 May.

LONDON, May 18, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Allegis Global Solutions, the leading provider of global workforce solutions, will host a panel, “It’s Not About Skills,” at Staffing Industry Analysts’ (SIA) CWS Summit Europe, on Tuesday, 20 May.

“CWS Summit Europe is one of the premier events in the contingent workforce industry, and I am thrilled to engage in this dialogue with an audience of industry leaders, practitioners and partners.”

Driven by the need for more cost-effective solutions, many businesses are adopting a skills-based hiring model that focuses on the skills of candidates rather than solely on experience and credentials. However, the label of ‘skills-based hiring’ is only one piece of the puzzle. It needs to be part of a broader strategy.

The panel, moderated by AGS Managed Services Vice President of International Markets Simon Bradberry, will explore why, when optimising a cost-effective workforce, it is not just about the skills – it’s about the work. Bradberry will be joined by industry practitioners Jonathan Evans, Human Resources Director for Ambition 2030: Axial at AstraZeneca; Cat Halliwell, Executive Director – Service Excellence for EMEA at AGS Managed Services; and Victoria Murphy, Global Head of TA Operations at JLL.

“CWS Summit Europe is one of the premier events in the contingent workforce industry, and I am thrilled to engage in this dialogue with an audience of industry leaders, practitioners and partners,” said Bradberry. “Despite an unprecedented pace of change and uncertainties in the market, today’s workforce leaders still have to get work done. And whilst a focus on skills isn’t wrong, we believe that in a rush to solve productivity challenges, the industry has over-prioritised skills, inadvertently narrowing the focus and overlooking other critical elements for successful work execution such as role deconstruction and harmonising multiple channels to work. I’m excited to talk with this experienced panel and hear how they’re evolving their workforce strategies in enterprising ways.”

Allegis Global Solutions is proud to be a platinum sponsor of CWS Summit, one of the premier industry conferences and a destination for multiple Fortune 2000 companies around the world. In addition to the speaking panel, AGS will host a roundtable discussion on AI-enabled sourcing and an exhibit at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, 20-21 May.

For more information about Allegis Global Solutions’ industry-leading products and services, visit http://www.allegisglobalsolutions.com or subscribe to our blog at https://blog.allegisglobalsolutions.com/.

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Lyndsay Westwood, Allegis Global Solutions, + 44 1344 382 112, lwestwood@allegisglobalsolutions.com, https://www.allegisglobalsolutions.com/en

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