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University of the Rockies Impacts Education Though Year of Service at Valverde Elementary School

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Thursday, June 7, 2018
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DENVER, June 7, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- University of the Rockies, along with parent company Bridgepoint Education and sister school Ashford University, celebrated the completion of a year of service they provided Valverde Elementary School during the 2017-2018 school year.

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  • DENVER, June 7, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- University of the Rockies, along with parent company Bridgepoint Education and sister school Ashford University, celebrated the completion of a year of service they provided Valverde Elementary School during the 2017-2018 school year.
  • In April, employees participated in a school beautification project while University of the Rockies, Ashford University, and Bridgepoint Education donated money to the school to cover the cost of the beautification supplies.
  • This is the second year University of the Rockies has partnered with Valverde Elementary School specifically for a year of service.
  • University of the Rockies, Ashford University and Bridgepoint Education plan to continue the partnership with Valverde Elementary School next school year.

Ashford University Welcomes Veterans as a Certified Veteran Supportive Campus in Arizona

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Wednesday, June 6, 2018
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PHOENIX, June 6, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Ashford University has been certified as a Veteran Supportive Campus (VSC) in the Greater Phoenix area of Arizona by the Arizona Department of Veterans' Services.

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  • PHOENIX, June 6, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Ashford University has been certified as a Veteran Supportive Campus (VSC) in the Greater Phoenix area of Arizona by the Arizona Department of Veterans' Services.
  • As part of the ongoing effort to support military students, student veterans and their families, Ashford University recently celebrated the grand opening of the Student Veterans Center and Online Student Services facility in Tempe, Arizona.
  • As a VSC, Ashford University has been recognized as being in compliance with the Arizona State Approving Agency and the Department of Veterans Affairs and is certified as eligible to receive GI Bill Education Benefits.
  • "Ashford University is proud to serve our military service members and student veterans," said Dr. Craig Swenson, president and CEO of Ashford University.

Ashford University Awards Academic Scholarships to Parent of Elementary Student and Elementary School Teacher

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Monday, June 4, 2018
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SAN DIEGO, June 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --As part of Ashford University's continuing partnership with the No Excuses University network of schools, Ashford recently awarded two individuals with scholarships to attend Ashford University.

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  • SAN DIEGO, June 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --As part of Ashford University's continuing partnership with the No Excuses University network of schools, Ashford recently awarded two individuals with scholarships to attend Ashford University.
  • Silvia Serratos, a parent of a student at Twinhill Elementary in Riverside, California, was awarded an undergraduate scholarship and Kristin Karrow, a teacher at Liberty Elementary in Riverside, California, was awarded a graduate scholarship to Ashford University's College of Education.
  • This is the third consecutive year Ashford University is granting these scholarships, which cover full program tuition and a waiver for technology fees.
  • "Ashford University is proud to award scholarships to such deserving members within the No Excuses University network of schools," said Dr. Tony Farrell, executive dean of the Ashford University College of Education.

Derek Walker Named Ashford University's Outstanding Alum of the Month

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Thursday, May 24, 2018
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SAN DIEGO, May 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Derek Walker has been named Ashford University's Outstanding Alum of the Month for May 2018.

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  • SAN DIEGO, May 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Derek Walker has been named Ashford University's Outstanding Alum of the Month for May 2018.
  • The Ashford University Outstanding Alum of the Month recognition highlights Ashford graduates who have used their Ashford education as a springboard to personal and professional achievement.
  • When T-Mobile employee Derek Walker found out his employer participated in Ashford University's Full Tuition Grant program, he couldn't pass up the opportunity to pursue a master's degree and build on his existing skill set and knowledge base.
  • "It was exciting to have an opportunity to go to a major university to pursue a master's degree and do it in a way that was very affordable," says Walker.

Ashford University Cuts Ribbon for Student Services and Student Veterans Center in Arizona

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Monday, May 14, 2018
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The ceremony closed with remarks from Dr. Craig Swenson, Ashford University president and CEO, who led the cutting of the ribbon.

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  • The ceremony closed with remarks from Dr. Craig Swenson, Ashford University president and CEO, who led the cutting of the ribbon.
  • "Providing services to veteran students is a top priority for Ashford University," said Dr. Swenson.
  • "We are excited not only to expand our student services facility, but also to open our newest Student Veteran Center here in the greater Phoenix area.
  • The almost 40,000-square-foot facility houses student advisors and financial support counselors, as well as administrative offices for employees serving Ashford University students.

Ashford University Recognized as a Top 100 Minority Degree Producer by Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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Wednesday, May 9, 2018
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"The population served by U.S. higher education institutions has become increasingly diverse over time," said Dr. Craig Swenson, president and CEO of Ashford University.

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  • "The population served by U.S. higher education institutions has become increasingly diverse over time," said Dr. Craig Swenson, president and CEO of Ashford University.
  • "Our university takes seriously the responsibility to provide accessible, quality higher education to minority students and we are gratified that our efforts in this regard have been recognized."
  • To compile the list, Diverse: Issues in Higher Education relied upon data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
  • Ashford University demonstrated a standard of excellence in retaining and conferring degrees to minority students graduating with degrees in various disciplines including education.

Florida Resident Wins Nationwide Competition to Sing National Anthem at Ashford University's Commencement Ceremony on May 6

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Thursday, May 3, 2018
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Ashford graduate Alli Haynes won Ashford's nationwide competition to open the commencement ceremony with her rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner."

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  • Ashford graduate Alli Haynes won Ashford's nationwide competition to open the commencement ceremony with her rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner."
  • Ashford students submitted audition videos for a chance to be the national anthem singer at Ashford's graduation ceremony.
  • The Ashford University Commencement Committee evaluated the submissions for clarity, musicality, melody, intervals, and ease in relation to the audience.
  • The top selections were shared on the Ashford University Facebook page, where thousands of students, alumni, and guests voted for their favorite.

Former Harlem Globetrotter Kevin Daley to Deliver Keynote Speech at Ashford University's Spring Commencement

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Wednesday, April 25, 2018
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SAN DIEGO, April 25, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Ashford University has selected former Harlem Globetrotter and Ashford alumnus Kevin "Special K" Daley to deliver the keynote address at its spring commencement ceremony.

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  • SAN DIEGO, April 25, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Ashford University has selected former Harlem Globetrotter and Ashford alumnus Kevin "Special K" Daley to deliver the keynote address at its spring commencement ceremony.
  • Born in Panama City, Panama, Daley came to the United States when his father moved him and his two older brothers when Daley was 12 years old.
  • Daley began playing professional basketball in 2000 before being scouted by the Harlem Globetrotters in 2004.
  • Ashford students from across the nation are expected to attend the commencement ceremony in San Diego.

Ashford University Hosts First Phoenix Heroes Day with Treasures 4 Teachers

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Friday, April 20, 2018
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PHOENIX, April 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Ashford University, along with parent company Bridgepoint Education, held its first annual Heroes Day service project in Phoenix on April 14, 2018 by supporting Treasures 4 Teachers.

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  • PHOENIX, April 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Ashford University, along with parent company Bridgepoint Education, held its first annual Heroes Day service project in Phoenix on April 14, 2018 by supporting Treasures 4 Teachers.
  • During this Heroes Day, participants sorted and organized school supplies in the Treasures 4 Teachers warehouse.
  • Prior to Heroes Day, Ashford University participants themselves donated more than 1,000 school supplies to contribute to the project.
  • "We are really excited to have Ashford University as part of the Phoenix community," said Barbara Blalock, executive director Treasures 4 Teachers.

Ashford University's Spring Commencement Ceremony Scheduled for May 6

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Thursday, April 19, 2018
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SAN DIEGO, April 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Ashford University will hold its commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 6, 2018.

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  • SAN DIEGO, April 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Ashford University will hold its commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 6, 2018.
  • Graduates and their guests from across the county will converge on San Diego to take part in the ceremony.
  • "We are excited to celebrate academic and personal achievements of our graduates during the campus celebration and commencement ceremony," said Dr. Craig Swenson, president and CEO of Ashford University.
  • On Saturday, May 5, Ashford will host a campus celebration at its San Diego headquarters, 8620 Spectrum Center Boulevard.