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Business Wire
16-07-2025
- General
- Business Wire
University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Releases White Paper on Rural Schooling Characteristics
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies has released a new white paper, 'The G.R.O.W. Generating Rural Opportunities in the Workforce™ Report and Probing the Unique Characteristics of Rural Schooling: A Narrative Inquiry,' by James Lane, Ed.D., senior research fellow with the University's Center for Educational and Instructional Technology Research (CEITR). In the paper, the author analyzes G.R.O.W. Generating Rural Opportunities in the Workforce™ report findings to contextual a narrative study of significant experiences and insights of current and retired educators who teach or have taught within small rural distant schools, in order to better understand characteristics that make these schools unique fabrics within the American educational tapestry. 'The narrative inquiry revealed shared characteristics in rural areas even though the participants were geographically disparate,' Lane shares. 'The findings may provide value to those leading rural schools as well as those who train and prepare rural educators, and who shape public policies impacting those communities.' Applying an analytical mode of narrative inquiry, Lane delves into experiences of rural educators and identifies similar characteristics including care, community and family, as well as limited college and career preparation, with contributors of geographic isolation and poverty. The author offers context for the narrative inquiry through related data findings from the G.R.O.W. report, which revealed distinctions between rural and urban workforce, their demographic makeup, and their career perspectives. Lane is a faculty member in the College of Doctoral Studies ACCESS program, facilitating doctoral courses and serving dissertation committees as panel validator, and has worked with University of Phoenix since 2006 in various roles. He served as a public school educator for 37 years as an English teacher, district language arts supervisor, and middle school assistant principal and principal. Lane earned his doctorate in Educational Leadership at University of South Florida, where he also completed a master's in Educational Leadership, a master of arts in English, and a bachelor's degree in English-Mass Communications Education. The full white paper is available on the University of Phoenix Career Institute® webpage or as a direct link here. About University of Phoenix University of Phoenix innovates to help working adults enhance their careers and develop skills in a rapidly changing world. Flexible schedules, relevant courses, interactive learning, skills-mapped curriculum for our bachelor's and master's degree programs and a Career Services for Life® commitment help students more effectively pursue career and personal aspirations while balancing their busy lives. For more information, visit About the College of Doctoral Studies University of Phoenix's College of Doctoral Studies focuses on today's challenging business and organizational needs, from addressing critical social issues to developing solutions to accelerate community building and industry growth. The College's research program is built around the Scholar, Practitioner, Leader Model which puts students in the center of the Doctoral Education Ecosystem® with experts, resources and tools to help prepare them to be a leader in their organization, industry and community. Through this program, students and researchers work with organizations to conduct research that can be applied in the workplace in real time.
Sydney Morning Herald
21-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Sydney Morning Herald
Create a luxe look in your space with homewares starting from $55
No tricks or trends just timeless pieces with enduring appeal, from a luxe white sofa to a floral fragrance and a set of bougie playing cards. Where to buy: Malin+Goetz 'Otto' home spray, $91; GlobeWest 'Vittoria Retreat' ottoman, $1200; James Lane 'Riley Muse' sofa, $4148. Where to buy: Natural Living by Design (Vendome Press) by Melissa Penfold, $70; Pillow Talk 'Verona' cushion, $55; Ferm Living 'Plait' bowl, $308; Waverley Mills 'Classic' throw, $289.
The Age
21-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Age
Create a luxe look in your space with homewares starting from $55
No tricks or trends just timeless pieces with enduring appeal, from a luxe white sofa to a floral fragrance and a set of bougie playing cards. Where to buy: Malin+Goetz 'Otto' home spray, $91; GlobeWest 'Vittoria Retreat' ottoman, $1200; James Lane 'Riley Muse' sofa, $4148. Where to buy: Natural Living by Design (Vendome Press) by Melissa Penfold, $70; Pillow Talk 'Verona' cushion, $55; Ferm Living 'Plait' bowl, $308; Waverley Mills 'Classic' throw, $289.
News.com.au
15-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- News.com.au
Northcote: Reno transforms cottage into masterpiece
It was love at first sight for Amy and Mat, who purchased 34 Andrew St in 2015, after seeing the property only once. 'At the auction, no one was bidding and it was about to be passed in, so we put in a bid and luckily got to buy it,' she says. Initially attracted to the street, which Amy describes as 'one of the best in Northcote,' the challenge to renovate an old double-fronted house in the area was also a motivation. 'The original house was a very basic workers' cottage,' she says. 'It was a case of worse house, best street, but we could see the potential.' The couple started working on the plans for Andrew St with architect James Lane and Tom Eckersley in 2018, but due to other commitments and life events, didn't start the knockdown of the original home and the rebuild until several years later. 'The inspiration for Andrew St originally came from our architect, who made a compelling point that we are not living in the past, so why not create something that reflects how we live today, rather than replicating a bygone era we never actually experienced,' Amy says. 'That comment really resonated with us, and the twisting shape of Andrew was created.' The exterior of the home demands attention with its trendsetting facade, while the interior blends bespoke design and luxury appointments, including exposed brickwork, polished concrete floors, and solid stone surfaces. Functionality and space are key to the double-story home's layout, an element Amy says is one of her favourites. 'Functionality was most important; we wanted the house to grow with our family of four,' she says. This feature continues outside, with a landscaped backyard that wraps around to an entertaining area with an in-built barbecue, wood-fired pizza oven and a sparkling lap pool. 'We wanted grass from them to play on, and we are big entertainers, so the whole house needed to know how to entertain,' she says. 'The unit above the garage suited our lives with both our parents living in country Victoria, and they just love the space and sleep-ins they can still have when staying with us with small children.' While contemporary, the home also features elements of its original form, Amy says, with timber beams and classic Northcote red bricks salvaged from the demolition and used in the home. 'Our incredibly talented next-door neighbour crafted the timber into our current front door and also built the bench seat out front. The salvaged Northcote reds found a new life in the outdoor entertaining areas,' she says. 'A little bit of the past is still present in the future.'
Daily Mail
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Save up to 50 per cent off stunning furniture used by The Block stars in stylish holiday home in epic EOFY sale
If you've been glued to Rachel and Ryan's Holiday Home Makeover series, wishing you could recreate their beautiful interiors style in your own house, now you can and save money too. The much-loved former contestants on The Block have been back on screen with their new renovation show, which follows their efforts to transform a tired property on the NSW South Coast into a luxurious Italian-inspired escape. Fans of Rachel and Ryan's taste can now bring the couple's signature style into their own homes as the exact pieces they used to fit out the home are available now, and even better: on sale with up to 50 per cent off. The couple turned to Australian designer furniture and homewares retailer James Lane when furnishing the spacious, light-filled space, focusing on warm textures, natural stone, and luxe touches throughout. Many of the key pieces, from their cosy bed in the stunning master suite, to the sleek, contemporary dining table, and the comfy and contemporary modular couch, are featured in James Lane's mega mid-year sale. In episode one, viewers saw Rachel and Ryan complete the gorgeous master bedroom and ensuite. The centrepiece of the bedroom is undoubtedly the James Lane Riley Bed in a soft and cosy ivory boucle fabric. The grand proportions of the bed make it the ultimate retreat you won't want to leave. Usually $1,499, the queen size bed is currently on sale for $974, while a king size is $1,039. The warm, neutral space is finished with a pop of colour with the eye catching James Lane Mars Violetta side tables. The Mars Violetta Side Table, $384 and Zira Rug, $454.30 are also featured in the home's master bedroom The marble-look statement pieces are $384 for a limited time in the mid-year sale, down from $549. The Zira Rug is also featured, in classic ivory. Handwoven in India in natural wool, the rug is available in two sizes, from $454.30 on sale. Episode three saw Rachel and Ryan transform the guest bedrooms, and selected the Maeve Boucle Bed in pumice from James Lane for their future guests. Ecosa Mattress NOW from $862.50 Shop Balmain Dining Table from $836 Shop The bed frame, featuring a soft padded headboard, currently has 30 per cent off, on sale for $909 for a queen size. The dining room and kitchen underwent a complete transformation in episode four, with show stopping marble, coastal light hardwood flooring offset by dark cabinetry. 'This week we brought heart, soul, and a little Italian magic to the kitchen, dining, laundry and hallway,' the couple said on their Instagram page. 'The kitchen? It's all about family— designed to gather around, cook slow meals, and make memories that linger long after dessert.' They complemented the fit out with the Balmain Dining Table from James Lane to gather for family meals and entertaining. The rectangular mountain ash wood table, stained black for a sleek, contemporary look is available in a range of sizes to suit every room size, starting from $839 in the mid-year sale. The breakfast nook features the Soho Dining Table in Black American Ash, $699, down from $1,599. The circular table is surrounded by Azul Dining Chairs in black and rattan, $249 each down from $359. The living room is one of the final rooms to undergo renovation, and the heart of the home's centrepiece is the Riley Modular Sofa in Muse Flax fabric. Combining comfort with style, the design is completely adaptable for different room layout, size and preferred seating arrangement. Featuring low arms and back and feather-filled seat and back cushions, the Riley Modular chaise is casual and cosy yet beautiful to look at. And with removable covers for cleaning, it is family friendly too. Now is the perfect time to purchase, with 35 per cent off. The three-seater design is currently $3,667, down from $5,649. 'While the rest of the house leans into luxury, these spaces lean into comfort… with a little polish, of course,' Rachel and Ryan wrote on their Instagram page. 'Think layered textures, warm lighting, and a custom stone wall that adds just the right amount of drama. 'It's where you kick off your shoes, curl up with a glass of wine, and realise that you never want this time to end.' The parents of three managed to turn the project around within a tight 14-week deadline. Since Rachel and Ryan's stint on 2022 season of The Block, they have started their own design company, The R&R Design Co. The couple were fan favourites on the reality series, particularly after their dramatic entrance, memorably replacing Elle Ferguson and Joel Patful after they quit the contest on day two.
