For faculty promotions (Professor, Associate Professor, etc.):
* University Websites: The most reliable source. Check the news or announcements sections of the specific university's website. Many will announce faculty promotions in press releases or departmental updates.
* Departmental Websites: Look at the websites of specific departments within a university. They may have news or faculty pages listing promotions.
* Professional Organizations: Some professional organizations in specific fields (e.g., the American Historical Association, the American Chemical Society) may announce promotions of their members, though this is not always comprehensive.
* News Articles: Local news outlets may cover promotions of high-profile faculty members at universities in their area.
For student promotions (e.g., scholarships, grants, special programs):
* University Websites: Check the financial aid, scholarships, or admissions sections of the college's website.
* Scholarship Search Engines: Websites like Fastweb, Scholarships.com, and Peterson's offer databases of scholarships and grants.
* Professional Organizations (again): Some organizations offer scholarships or grants to students studying in their field.
* Individual College Departments: Contact departments relevant to your field of study; they might have specific departmental scholarships.
For administrative promotions (within the university itself):
This information is generally not publicly released.
In short, your best bet is to start with the university's website and then broaden your search depending on the specific type of promotion you are seeking. Be specific in your search terms (e.g., "University X faculty promotions 2023").