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SUMMARY:Vaya Health LME/MCO Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Vaya Health LME/MCO Information Session for the following counties:  \nAlamance\, Alexander\, Alleghany\, Ashe\, Avery\, Buncombe\, Caldwell\, Caswell\, Chatham\, Cherokee\, Clay\, Franklin\, Graham\, Granville\, Haywood\, Henderson\, Jackson\, Macon\, Madison\, McDowell\, Mitchell\, Person\, Polk\, Rockingham\, Rowan\, Stokes\, Swain\, Transylvania\, Vance\, Watauga\, Wilkes\, and Yancey \n  \nDate/Time: Tuesday\, March 27 @ 1pm \nRegistration: here \nhttps://nccourts.webex.com/weblink/register/rf1f20ad9b7eb313e05f8843f45752c87 \nThere is no CLE credit offered for this programming \nDo you have a client who has or may be eligible for the Medicaid Tailored Plan? Are you curious as to what services/supports are available through your local management entity/managed care organization (LME/MCO) responsible for the Medicaid Tailored Plan in your county? \nPatty Wilson\, Vice President\, Learning & Development\, will provide an overview of services and answer questions about eligibility and specific programming in the counties that Vaya serves. \nVaya Health (here) is one of the four LME/MCOs in North Carolina that manages NC’s Medicaid Tailored Plan\, coordinates certain services for NC Medicaid Direct Beneficiaries and coordinates certain services for Tribal Option Members. The Tailored Plan covers services for mental health\, substance use disorders\, intellectual & developmental disabilities\, physical health and pharmacy.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/vaya-health-lme-mco-info-session/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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SUMMARY:Probabilistic Genotyping: Interpreting Complex DNA Mixtures with STRmix
DESCRIPTION:FREE CLE\nProbabilistic Genotyping:\nInterpreting Complex DNA Mixtures with STRmix\nPresented by Dr. Max Noureddine \nFeb. 25\, 2026\, 12:30-2:30 p.m. \nJohnston County Courthouse – in person only \n2 hours of CLE credit anticipated \n  \n  \nThis program will take place in 3 locations in Western\, Central\, and Eastern North Carolina. *Additional dates and locations are at the bottom of this post. The same information will be presented at each location\, so you only need to attend one.  \n  \nAbout: \nThis presentation will provide an overview on probabilistic genotyping (PG) software\, now being used to interpret complex DNA mixtures at the State Crime Lab and the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department Lab.  Attendees will learn more about the functionality of the PG software (STRmix) and become familiar with report structure and conclusions. \n  \nThe objective of the presentation is to gain a better understanding of how the software is implemented and used to interpret complex DNA mixtures.  Attendees will become more informed about what to expect from the lab (reports\, underlying result\, software output files)\, the limitations of the software\, and venues for challenging PG results in defense of their criminal clients. \n  \nRegistration: \nAttorneys\, investigators\, paralegals\, legal assistants\, and other members of criminal defense teams can register for this webinar using this link. The program is free to attend. \n  \nPresenter: \nDr. Maher “Max” Noureddine\, PhD. is molecular geneticist with extensive background in scientific research in human genetics and expertise in Forensic DNA evidence. He earned his Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.  He then completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Duke University Medical Center (The Center for Human Genetics)\, where he published many articles on the genetics of Parkinson Disease and other human genetic disorders.  His expertise includes specialized training in complex genomics\, DNA fingerprinting\, mitochondrial genome analysis\, Single Nucleotide Polymorphism studies\, and state of the art methodologies in gene structure and function studies. Since 2011\, Dr. Noureddine has been providing expert witness services in forensic DNA and serology evidence throughout the United States.  He has served as an expert in over 1\,100 criminal and civil cases and testified in both State and Federal courts.  He is a diplomat of the American Board of Criminalistics\, and a member of the International Society of Forensic Genetics\, the American Academy of Forensic Sciences\, the American Society of Human Genetics\, and the International Association for Identification.  He is an adjunct teaching faculty in the Department of Forensic Science at Radford University\, VA. \n  \nAdditional dates:\nMar 31 – Mecklenburg County Courthouse\, 12:30-2:30 p.m.\nApr 24 – Brunswick County Courthouse\, 12:30-2:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/probabilistic-genotyping-interpreting-complex-dna-mixtures-with-strmix/2026-03-31/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260416
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SUMMARY:Defending Sexual Assault Cases Training
DESCRIPTION:The Defending Sexual Assault Cases Training\, co-sponsored by the UNC School of Government and the Office of Indigent Defense Services\, is now open. \n  \nPROGRAM OVERVIEW\, DATES\, AND LOCATION: The program will be held at the UNC School of Government on Thursday\, April 16\, through Friday\, April 17. Topics will include pretrial investigation\, motions practice\, theme and theory\, common legal issues\, forensic interviews of children\, SANE exams\, challenging experts and working with experts\, SBM\, registry\, sentencing\, consent\, and psychosexual evaluation. The program is comprised of plenary sessions and a workshop where participants will be guided by experienced practitioners as they consider approaches in a sample case. \n  \nYou can access the agenda here. \n  \nFEE: The registration fee for private assigned and managed assigned counsel\, capital attorneys\, private attorneys\, and others is $350. There is no fee for IDS state employees. \n  \nREGISTRATION: Register here for the Defending Sexual Assault Cases Training. The registration deadline is 5:00 pm on Friday\, April 3. \n  \nCLE CREDIT: This program will offer up to 12 hours of continuing legal education credit (pending State Bar approval). \n  \nHOTEL INFORMATION: A block of rooms is available at Hampton Inn & Suites Carrboro (370 E Main St Carrboro\, NC) with a rate of $140 plus taxes and fees valid for April 15-17. The hotel reservation deadline is Tuesday\, March 24. The rate includes complimentary breakfast\, parking\, and free internet. To reserve a room\, please refer to the hotel’s website or call the hotel directly at (919) 969-6988 and mention group code “93B” or “Defending Sexual Assault Cases Training”. \n  \nTRAVEL INFORMATION: Contact Shannon Simmons\, IDS Accounts Payable Supervisor\, at Shannon.J.Simmons2@nccourts.org or (919) 890-1660. Please note that travel reimbursement forms must be submitted to IDS Financial Services by the end of the month following the travel\, or reimbursement will be denied. \n  \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: If you have any questions or need further information\, contact Program Manager Kayla Fowler at kfowler@sog.unc.edu.  
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/defending-sexual-assault-cases-training/
LOCATION:UNC School of Government\, 400 South Rd.\, Chapel Hill\, 27599\, United States
CATEGORIES:CLE
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DESCRIPTION:The Defending Sexual Assault Cases Training co-sponsored by the UNC School of Government and the Office of Indigent Defense Services is now open. \n  \nPROGRAM OVERVIEW DATES AND  The program will be held at the UNC School of Government on Thursday April 16 through Friday April 17. Topics will include pretrial investigation motions practice theme and theory common legal issues forensic interviews of children SANE exams challenging experts and working with experts SBM registry sentencing consent and psychosexual evaluation. The program is comprised of plenary sessions and a workshop where participants will be guided by experienced practitioners as they consider approaches in a sample case. \n  \nYou can access the agenda here. \n  \nFEE: The registration fee for private assigned and managed assigned counsel capital attorneys private attorneys and others is $350. There is no fee for IDS state employees. \n  \nREGISTRATION: Register here for the Defending Sexual Assault Cases Training. The registration deadline is 5:00 pm on Friday April 3. \n  \nCLE CREDIT: This program will offer up to 12 hours of continuing legal education credit (pending State Bar approval). \n  \nHOTEL INFORMATION: A block of rooms is available at Hampton Inn & Suites Carrboro (370 E Main St Carrboro NC) with a rate of $140 plus taxes and fees valid for April 15-17. The hotel reservation deadline is Tuesday March 24. The rate includes complimentary breakfast parking and free internet. To reserve a room please refer to the hotel’s website or call the hotel directly at (919) 969-6988 and mention group code “93B” or “Defending Sexual Assault Cases Training”. \n  \nTRAVEL INFORMATION: Contact Shannon Simmons IDS Accounts Payable Supervisor at Shannon.J.Simmons2@nccourts.org or (919) 890-1660. Please note that travel reimbursement forms must be submitted to IDS Financial Services by the end of the month following the travel or reimbursement will be denied. \n  \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: If you have any questions or need further information contact Program Manager Kayla Fowler at kfowler@sog.unc.edu.  ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=400 South Rd.:geo:-79.0419721,35.910194
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SUMMARY:Attorney Unwellness and Ethical Issues
DESCRIPTION:Disclaimer: The links and materials shared with you\, including but not limited to resources and CLE opportunities\, are provided to you as a courtesy. While Indigent Defense Services (IDS) strives to ensure that shared content is useful\, we do not guarantee its completeness\, accuracy\, or applicability to any particular case or circumstance. Users are encouraged to exercise their professional judgment and independently verify the relevance and suitability of any material before relying on it. If you encounter issues or have feedback\, we welcome your input. \n  \nAttorney Unwellness and Ethical Issues\nDate: April 16\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 – 4:30 pm ET\n  \nThis hour-long training will address the signs\, symptoms and effects of mental health issues and substance abuse on lawyers\, and resources and techniques for managing those issues. It will be followed by an optional half hour of guided meditation. \nThe link to the page from which folks can register\, for either in-person (it’s being held in Vermont) or zoom participation is: \nhttps://serenitycentralofnewengland.com/Events.html \nAttorneyUnwellnessAndEthicsSession (AGENDA)
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/12634/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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SUMMARY:Disability Advocacy and The Criminal Justice System
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, April 20th 12:30-1:30pm\n1 General CLE \n  \nDescription of Presentation: People with opioid use disorder frequently face dangerous and unlawful disruptions in care when they enter jails\, including forced withdrawal from prescribed medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD). This training provides court-appointed attorneys with a practical and legally grounded framework for addressing these issues. Participants will gain an understanding of MOUD as the gold standard of care\, the serious medical risks associated with its discontinuation\, and the obligations of jails under federal disability rights laws—including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act—as well as the Eighth Amendment. Through case law\, Department of Justice guidance\, and real-world advocacy examples\, this session will examine common jail practices that violate these protections and outline concrete steps attorneys can take to intervene. The training emphasizes early identification\, effective communication with jail officials\, and litigation strategies to ensure clients receive medically appropriate\, non-discriminatory care. \n  \nTrainer: Sarah Harrington\, J.D. joined Disability Rights of North Carolina in 2023. Prior to working with DRNC\, she owned her own law firm focusing on estate planning. Sara has a variety of experience working in prelitigation and estate planning and is an active volunteer with several organizations both locally and statewide. She received her bachelor’s degree from Wake Forest University and graduated from Campbell University School of Law. \n  \nTrainer: Luke Woollard\, J.D. joined Disability Rights of North Carolina’s prison and jails team in January 2019. He received his bachelor’s degree from Wesleyan University. He attended UNC School of Law after spending two years in Americorps. Prior to DRNC\, Woollard began his legal career working to correct the wrongful convictions of indigent North Carolina inmates. \n  \nRegistration link for this presentation: \nhttps://nccourts.webex.com/weblink/register/r96ab77657b72e3debb45c809912e0798 Please plan to sign on 15 minutes before the start of the webinar to test your connection. \nRegistration link for the series:  \nhttps://nccourts.webex.com/webappng/sites/nccourts/webinar/webinarSeries/register/079135aa4db244d4a4883e01d523f12e \nFee\, Registration and Credit: There is no registration fee for participants. To receive CLE credit\, all participants must pre-register individually. To receive full CLE credit\, attendees must attend for the full training time. \nFor more information or if you need an accommodation to participate in this program\, please contact Carla Huff\, Carla.Huff@nccourts.org\, 919-354-7207.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/disability-advocacy-and-the-criminal-justice-system/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260423
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SUMMARY:Death Penalty 2026 Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Advocates for Justice and Indigent Defense Services present the Death Penalty 2026 Seminar in Chapel Hill April 23-24\, 2026.\nThe registration link and hotel reservation link are below. \nSPECIAL NOTE TO STATE EMPLOYEES is at the bottom of the email. State employees must get supervisor approval to IDS in order to seek reimbursement. \nThursday night\, April 23\, there will be a social hour\, a banquet\, and a presentation that covers one hour Wellness CLE. There is a separate fee for Thursday night of $85.00. Attendance Thursday night is optional. You will find how to register for Thursday night when you register for the seminar. \nThe full agenda for Thursday night and for Friday is attached here: Death Penalty Agenda \nHere is a link to the registration page. \n\nSheraton Chapel Hill Hotel  \nRoom Block Information: Please request the Death Penalty 2026 group room rate of $164 when booking your reservation at the hotel by calling (919) 968-4900 or you may do so by using the reservation link to book online.  Reservations by attendees must be received on or before March 23\, 2026.  \nNote to state employees. State employees must get prior approval for reimbursement of expenses using AOC-A-182. State employees pay the expenses out of pocket and then seek reimbursement. Please note that IDS will not reimburse for the Thursday night banquet.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/death-penalty-2026-seminar/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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SUMMARY:Probabilistic Genotyping: Interpreting Complex DNA Mixtures with STRmix
DESCRIPTION:FREE CLE\nProbabilistic Genotyping:\nInterpreting Complex DNA Mixtures with STRmix\nPresented by Dr. Max Noureddine \nFeb. 25\, 2026\, 12:30-2:30 p.m. \nJohnston County Courthouse – in person only \n2 hours of CLE credit anticipated \n  \n  \nThis program will take place in 3 locations in Western\, Central\, and Eastern North Carolina. *Additional dates and locations are at the bottom of this post. The same information will be presented at each location\, so you only need to attend one.  \n  \nAbout: \nThis presentation will provide an overview on probabilistic genotyping (PG) software\, now being used to interpret complex DNA mixtures at the State Crime Lab and the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department Lab.  Attendees will learn more about the functionality of the PG software (STRmix) and become familiar with report structure and conclusions. \n  \nThe objective of the presentation is to gain a better understanding of how the software is implemented and used to interpret complex DNA mixtures.  Attendees will become more informed about what to expect from the lab (reports\, underlying result\, software output files)\, the limitations of the software\, and venues for challenging PG results in defense of their criminal clients. \n  \nRegistration: \nAttorneys\, investigators\, paralegals\, legal assistants\, and other members of criminal defense teams can register for this webinar using this link. The program is free to attend. \n  \nPresenter: \nDr. Maher “Max” Noureddine\, PhD. is molecular geneticist with extensive background in scientific research in human genetics and expertise in Forensic DNA evidence. He earned his Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.  He then completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Duke University Medical Center (The Center for Human Genetics)\, where he published many articles on the genetics of Parkinson Disease and other human genetic disorders.  His expertise includes specialized training in complex genomics\, DNA fingerprinting\, mitochondrial genome analysis\, Single Nucleotide Polymorphism studies\, and state of the art methodologies in gene structure and function studies. Since 2011\, Dr. Noureddine has been providing expert witness services in forensic DNA and serology evidence throughout the United States.  He has served as an expert in over 1\,100 criminal and civil cases and testified in both State and Federal courts.  He is a diplomat of the American Board of Criminalistics\, and a member of the International Society of Forensic Genetics\, the American Academy of Forensic Sciences\, the American Society of Human Genetics\, and the International Association for Identification.  He is an adjunct teaching faculty in the Department of Forensic Science at Radford University\, VA. \n  \nAdditional dates:\nMar 31 – Mecklenburg County Courthouse\, 12:30-2:30 p.m.\nApr 24 – Brunswick County Courthouse\, 12:30-2:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/probabilistic-genotyping-interpreting-complex-dna-mixtures-with-strmix/2026-04-24/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
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SUMMARY:2026 Defender Trial School
DESCRIPTION:The Defender Trial School\, co-sponsored by the UNC School of Government and the North Carolina Office of Indigent Defense Services\, is now open for registration. \nCOURSE OVERVIEW\, DATES\, AND LOCATION: The course will be held at the School of Government on Monday\, July 13 through Friday\, July 17. Participants will use their own non-capital cases to develop a cohesive theory of defense at trial and apply that theory through all stages of a criminal trial\, including voir dire\, opening and closing arguments\, and direct and cross-examination. Unlike other courses\, you need to attend all the sessions. The sessions build on one another\, and by the end of the course\, you will have developed a comprehensive strategy for trying your case. \nThe Defender Trial School is open to public defenders and\, space permitting\, private attorneys who perform a significant amount of appointed work. Because space is limited\, public defenders must receive approval from their Chief Public Defender prior to registering. You do not need to send us anything formal from your chief defender. \n  \nYou can access the agenda here.  \n  \nBRING YOUR OWN CASE\nThis course differs from others that you may have attended. Although you will be working from a hypothetical case in the plenary sessions\, you will spend most of your time in small groups working on your own cases. While misdemeanor cases are permitted\, felonies are preferred. You can access the Guide for Participants for more information on the type of case you need to bring. If your application for the course is accepted\, submit the Case Summary form by 5:00 pm on Wednesday\, June 24 to Bob Burke at oldhoopster@hotmail.com. \nFEE: The registration fee for private assigned and managed assigned counsel is $900. There is no fee for IDS state employees. \nSCHOLARSHIPS: A limited number of scholarships are available for private assigned and managed assigned counsel. If you are interested in applying\, complete the scholarship application as soon as possible. If you receive a scholarship\, the registration fee is waived. The scholarship deadline is 5:00 pm on Wednesday\, June 10. Please refer to the scholarship website for additional information.  \n  \nREGISTRATION: Registration here for the Defender Trial School. The registration deadline is 5:00 pm on Wednesday\, June 17. Registration for eligible persons is on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and all spots may be taken before the deadline. \nAfter you submit your application\, be on the lookout for three emails: the first will confirm that you successfully submitted your application; the second and third will be sent at the same time\, one to confirm that your application has been approved and the other\, your statement/invoice showing your balance due for the registration fee\, if applicable. \nNote that the registration system requires one unique email address per profile created\, so each person from your office who plans to attend must register separately using an individual email address. Since we correspond with participants primarily through email\, ensure your email address is current. \nCLE CREDIT: This course will offer up to 29.5 hours of continuing legal education (CLE) credit\, including 1 hour of ethics\, and qualifies for NC State Bar criminal law specialization credit (pending State Bar approval). \n  \nHOTEL INFORMATION: A block of rooms is available at the Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill (1742 Fordham Blvd\, Chapel Hill\, NC) for $124 plus tax. The hotel reservation deadline is Friday\, June 12.  To reserve a room\, please refer to the hotel’s website here \nor call the hotel at (984) 291-7200 and ask for room block “90V” or “Defender Trial School.” \nTRAVEL INFORMATION: Contact Shannon Simmons\, IDS Accounts Payable Supervisor\, at Shannon.J.Simmons2@nccourts.org or (919) 890-1660. IDS shall directly reimburse the travel expenses of all IDS employees who attend education courses as participants or invited speakers in accordance with State and IDS rules and regulations governing such reimbursements. Please note that travel reimbursement forms must be submitted to IDS Financial Services by the end of the month following the travel\, or reimbursement will be denied. \n  \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: If you have any questions or need further information\, contact Program Manager Kayla Fowler at kfowler@sog.unc.edu.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/2026-defender-trial-school/
LOCATION:UNC School of Government\, 400 South Rd.\, Chapel Hill\, 27599\, United States
CATEGORIES:CLE
GEO:35.910194;-79.0419721
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DESCRIPTION:The Defender Trial School co-sponsored by the UNC School of Government and the North Carolina Office of Indigent Defense Services is now open for registration. \nCOURSE OVERVIEW DATES AND  The course will be held at the School of Government on Monday July 13 through Friday July 17. Participants will use their own non-capital cases to develop a cohesive theory of defense at trial and apply that theory through all stages of a criminal trial including voir dire opening and closing arguments and direct and cross-examination. Unlike other courses you need to attend all the sessions. The sessions build on one another and by the end of the course you will have developed a comprehensive strategy for trying your case. \nThe Defender Trial School is open to public defenders and space permitting private attorneys who perform a significant amount of appointed work. Because space is limited public defenders must receive approval from their Chief Public Defender prior to registering. You do not need to send us anything formal from your chief defender. \n  \nYou can access the agenda here.  \n  \nBRING YOUR OWN CASE\nThis course differs from others that you may have attended. Although you will be working from a hypothetical case in the plenary sessions you will spend most of your time in small groups working on your own cases. While misdemeanor cases are permitted felonies are preferred. You can access the Guide for Participants for more information on the type of case you need to bring. If your application for the course is accepted submit the Case Summary form by 5:00 pm on Wednesday June 24 to Bob Burke at oldhoopster@hotmail.com. \nFEE: The registration fee for private assigned and managed assigned counsel is $900. There is no fee for IDS state employees. \nSCHOLARSHIPS: A limited number of scholarships are available for private assigned and managed assigned counsel. If you are interested in applying complete the scholarship application as soon as possible. If you receive a scholarship the registration fee is waived. The scholarship deadline is 5:00 pm on Wednesday June 10. Please refer to the scholarship website for additional information.  \n  \nREGISTRATION: Registration here for the Defender Trial School. The registration deadline is 5:00 pm on Wednesday June 17. Registration for eligible persons is on a first-come first-served basis and all spots may be taken before the deadline. \nAfter you submit your application be on the lookout for three emails: the first will confirm that you successfully submitted your application; the second and third will be sent at the same time one to confirm that your application has been approved and the other your statement/invoice showing your balance due for the registration fee if applicable. \nNote that the registration system requires one unique email address per profile created so each person from your office who plans to attend must register separately using an individual email address. Since we correspond with participants primarily through email ensure your email address is current. \nCLE CREDIT: This course will offer up to 29.5 hours of continuing legal education (CLE) credit including 1 hour of ethics and qualifies for NC State Bar criminal law specialization credit (pending State Bar approval). \n  \nHOTEL INFORMATION: A block of rooms is available at the Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill (1742 Fordham Blvd Chapel Hill NC) for $124 plus tax. The hotel reservation deadline is Friday June 12.  To reserve a room please refer to the hotel’s website here \nor call the hotel at (984) 291-7200 and ask for room block “90V” or “Defender Trial School.” \nTRAVEL INFORMATION: Contact Shannon Simmons IDS Accounts Payable Supervisor at Shannon.J.Simmons2@nccourts.org or (919) 890-1660. IDS shall directly reimburse the travel expenses of all IDS employees who attend education courses as participants or invited speakers in accordance with State and IDS rules and regulations governing such reimbursements. Please note that travel reimbursement forms must be submitted to IDS Financial Services by the end of the month following the travel or reimbursement will be denied. \n  \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: If you have any questions or need further information contact Program Manager Kayla Fowler at kfowler@sog.unc.edu.;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=400 South Rd.:geo:-79.0419721,35.910194
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