Yearly Archives: 2024
Pursuit Church Announces ‘United for Israel’ Rally at the University of Washington
SEATTLE, May 8, 2024 (Newswire.com) - The Pursuit NW, under the leadership of Pastor Russell Johnson, is proud to announce its continued commitment to advocating for Israel with the upcoming "United for Israel" rally at the University of Washington on Sunday, May 12th, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. The rally will start at Red Square, with a march through the campus and will conclude at the Pursuit Seattle campus located on UW’s frat row.
Pastor Russell spearheaded the impactful University of Washington march, which convened shortly after the October 7th attacks on Israel. The Seattle event, in collaboration with StandWithUs and Oregon for Israel, featured distinguished guest speaker Mosab Hassan Yousef, renowned for his courageous stance as the "Son of Hamas."
He went on to direct the recent Pro-Israel rallies at Columbia University and the University of Southern California in collaboration with Sean Feucht, Let Us Worship, Hold the Line, StandWithUs, and various Jewish and Christian groups. The resoundingly successful events drew thousands of attendees representing various faiths. Since the events, the organization has been inundated with requests for similar initiatives to counter the alarming rise of antisemitism on college campuses across America.
Pastor Russell brings a wealth of experience and passion to Pro-Israel initiatives and is excited to return to his home base in Seattle, where the initiative first came to fruition. The Pursuit aims to provide a platform for the majority voice in America amidst media portrayals influenced by minority extremist perspectives. Pastor Johnson emphasizes the rally's focus on essential issues, including Israel's right to self-defense, the immediate release of all remaining hostages, and the restoration of lasting peace in the region.
About:
The Pursuit, based in Washington state, is a non-denominational church across multiple campuses, including Seattle, Kirkland, Snohomish, and an online presence. The church’s mission centers on glorifying Jesus and bringing people into an encounter with the presence of God. It’s no coincidence that their Seattle Campus is on the University of Washington’s Frat Row.
Contact:
Pursuit NW Church | 9051 132nd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA. 98033
Emma LaMarche | emma.l@thepursuitnw.com
Media Intake Coordinator | 425-205-7428 | www.thepursuitnw.com
Contact Information:Emma LaMarche
Media Intake Coordinator
emma.l@thepursuitnw.com
425-205-7428
Original Source: Pursuit Church Announces 'United for Israel' Rally at the University of Washington
Survey Reveals Key Insights Into Today’s College Admissions Landscape
NEWTON, Mass., January 10, 2024 (Newswire.com) - At a time of significant change in higher education, gaining insight into the mindset, attitudes and perspectives of today’s college applicants is crucial. How are they approaching the admissions process? What matters to them (and their parents)? What are their priorities, concerns and opinions – and how is that shaping their college decisions?
The Parent & Student College Admissions Survey, conducted nationally in December 2023 by AcceptU, a leading college consulting firm, provides insights into these questions – and more. With more than 400 high school parents and students participating, the survey captures a diverse range of viewpoints on key issues, such as affordability, diversity, mental health and college choice.
Our findings reveal a complex and multifaceted picture of the current college admissions playing landscape, offering a glimpse into the trends that may redefine the future of higher education – for both students and universities. We have distilled responses into 10 key takeaways, each offering unique insights and implications for applicants, parents and academic institutions.
- Half of applicants want to ban legacy admission; one-third support affirmative action
- Families are divided on the impact of political and social issues on college choice
- COVID-19 no longer impacts college planning for the majority of families
- Eighty percent of students cite cost as the dominant factor influencing their college decisions
- Students are stressed about the college process and the majority say their parents are the cause
- Parents are deeply involved – and many say it’s because schools are falling short
- College rankings still matter a lot and one-third of applicants will apply to 20+ colleges
- Applicants are taking a pragmatic approach, prioritizing academics, cost and career
- Career prospects drive major choice and indicate a paradox for non-STEM majors
- Twenty-five percent of students are opting for test-optional; many are skeptical of testing efficacy
"Our recent survey illuminates the evolving dynamics in college admissions, offering invaluable insights directly from families navigating this complex journey," said Marc Zawel, CEO of AcceptU. "The diverse responses not only open a window into today's applicant priorities and concerns but also highlight evolving trends."
"The insights from our survey highlight a transformative period in college admissions," said Stephen Friedfeld, COO of AcceptU. "We're seeing a paradigm shift in applicant behavior, priorities and strategies, fundamentally altering the landscape for students, parents and educational institutions alike."
AcceptU is the #1 rated college consulting group. Its team, composed entirely of former college admissions officers, advises families on all aspects of the college planning process, enabling students to stand out and realize their full potential. Since 2010, AcceptU has supported nearly 7,000 applicants in the process; more than 90% are admitted to one, or more, of their top three choices.
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Contact Information:Stephen Friedfeld
COO
stephen@acceptu.com
617-424-0700
Marc Zawel
CEO
marc@acceptu.com
617-424-0700
Related Files
AcceptU Parent and Student College Admissions Survey Winter 2023.pdf
Original Source: Survey Reveals Key Insights Into Today’s College Admissions Landscape