Sessions College for Professional Design

Sessions College Dean Wins USDLA Award for Leadership in Distance Education

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Monday, May 22, 2023

TEMPE, Ariz., May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sessions College, a leading institution in higher education, proudly announces that Dr. Meryl Epstein, the Dean of Academic Affairs, has been selected for the prestigious USDLA Gold award for leadership in distance education.

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  • Dr. Meryl Epstein is selected for the prestigious USDLA Gold award for leadership in distance education.
  • TEMPE, Ariz., May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sessions College, a leading institution in higher education, proudly announces that Dr. Meryl Epstein, the Dean of Academic Affairs, has been selected for the prestigious USDLA Gold award for leadership in distance education.
  • USDLA, the leader in Distance and Digital Learning education, has announced its International Distance Learning Award winners for 2023.
  • The USDLA leadership award sets rigorous standards, requiring candidates to demonstrate excellence in four key categories:
    Consistent excellence in leading the expansion, outreach, or enhancement of distance education
    Each year, the USDLA recognizes pioneers and visionaries in the distance and digital learning industry through its International Award program.

Sessions College Continues 10 Year Trend of Winning Design Industry Competitions

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023

TEMPE, Ariz., Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sessions College for Professional Design (Sessions College) has again been recognized as a leader in design by Graphic Design USA (GDUSA).

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  • Winning more than a dozen GDUSA design competitions and academic recognitions over the last 10 years, including being featured as a Top Design School in the United States, Sessions College "walks the walk" in developing designs that build the college's brand in a highly visual format.
  • "Sessions College prides itself as having more than 85% of the staff with experience as professional designers," stated Doris Granatowski, CEO.
  • "Having such an internal creative force has garnered us multiple design awards, including a video we released last year, " Start Your Creative Career at Sessions College .
  • With a diverse audience of nontraditional students from all around the world, Sessions College is a leader in online learning trends and technology growth.

Sessions College Certified as "Great Place to Work"

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021

TEMPE, Ariz., Nov. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Sessions College for Professional Design ("Sessions") was certified as a great workplace today for the third time by the independent analysts at Great Place to Work.

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  • TEMPE, Ariz., Nov. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Sessions College for Professional Design ("Sessions") was certified as a great workplace today for the third time by the independent analysts at Great Place to Work.
  • Since 1997, Sessions College has been a leader in online education, offering a unique asynchronous project-based educational paradigm.
  • Earning this designation means that Sessions College is one of the best companies to work for in the country."
  • Sessions College is the pioneer in accredited affordable online skills-based education that readies adult and college age learners for the digital design workforce.

Sessions College Sees High Interest in VRRAP Eligible Design Programs

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Monday, October 25, 2021

TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Sessions College for Professional Design ("Sessions") has increased its support function for its increasing military enrollments, most recently due to the high interest from enrollees in the Veterans Rapid Retraining Assistance Program (VRRAP).

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  • TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Sessions College for Professional Design ("Sessions") has increased its support function for its increasing military enrollments, most recently due to the high interest from enrollees in the Veterans Rapid Retraining Assistance Program (VRRAP).
  • Sessions offers VRRAP enrollees the ability and skills to take advantage of this exciting market opportunity with:
    Six accredited, credit-bearing certificate programs in graphic design, web design, digital media, digital photography, illustration, and advanced web design
    "VRRAP demand for our programs has been tremendous," said Louis J Schilt, Sessions Military Liaison.
  • Sessions College is the pioneer in accredited and affordable online skills-based education that readies adult and college age learners for the digital design workforce.
  • Founded in 1997, Sessions College offers project-based bachelor and associate level degrees and certificate programs for in demand careers in art, design, and photography.

Sessions College Recognized for Quality, Affordability, and Design

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Monday, October 11, 2021

In addition, Graphic Design USA, a business-to-business information source for graphic design professionals, again named Sessions in its 2021 Top Graphic Design Schools .

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  • In addition, Graphic Design USA, a business-to-business information source for graphic design professionals, again named Sessions in its 2021 Top Graphic Design Schools .
  • In recognition of Sessions College's own design capabilities, its recently released video, Start Your Creative Career at Sessions College , is showcased as a winner of the Graphic Design USA (GDUSA) 21st Annual American Web Design Awards.
  • Sessions College is the pioneer in accredited and affordable online skills-based education that readies adult and college age learners for the digital design workforce.
  • The GDUSA brand now includes a 100,000 visitor-a-month website, a monthly e-newsletter, a digital version of the magazine formatted for desktop, tablet and phones, and several national design competitions that culminate in Annuals showcasing the best in Graphic Design, Inhouse Design, Web Design, Package Design, Healthcare Design, and Digital Design.

Sessions College Again Ranked Among the Best Online Colleges

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021

Sessions College was ranked #21 of 65 nationally accredited online colleges and the only design school in the top 60 schools ranked.

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  • Sessions College was ranked #21 of 65 nationally accredited online colleges and the only design school in the top 60 schools ranked.
  • "At Sessions College, we understand that education is an investment in one's future, and we're committed to providing a great return on those educational dollars," said Doris Granatowski, Sessions CEO.
  • Sessions College is the pioneer in accredited and affordable online skills-based education that readies adult learners for the digital design workforce.
  • The proprietary Sessions College DigitalComplete platform provides the best possible online experience for students throughout their educational journey.

Sessions College Provides Prestigious In-Demand Industry Credentials

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Friday, August 20, 2021

True to its mission, Sessions' innovative asynchronous project-based educational paradigm results in the specific skill based needs of design industry employers.

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  • True to its mission, Sessions' innovative asynchronous project-based educational paradigm results in the specific skill based needs of design industry employers.
  • Founded in 1997, Sessions College offers project-based bachelor and associate level degrees and certificate programs for in demand careers in art, design, and photography.
  • The proprietary Sessions College DigitalComplete platform provides the best possible online experience for students throughout their educational journey.
  • Kimberly O'Hanlon, Sessions College for Professional Design, +1 4802121704 Ext: 155, [email protected]

Sessions College For Professional Design Adds Neil Edwards to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, August 18, 2020

TEMPE, Ariz., Aug. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Sessions College for Professional Design (Sessions) announced today that it has appointed Neil Edwards to its Board of Directors effective August 1, 2020.

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  • TEMPE, Ariz., Aug. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Sessions College for Professional Design (Sessions) announced today that it has appointed Neil Edwards to its Board of Directors effective August 1, 2020.
  • "With the reskilling revolution and COVID-19 pandemic, Sessions College is experiencing unprecedented growth due to the quality, affordability, and accessibility of our online education," said Doris Granatowski, CEO.
  • "Sessions will be a major disruptor and trendsetter in the skills-based education market over the next year with its DigitalComplete platform," said Neil Edwards.
  • Sessions College, founded in 1997, is the pioneer in accredited and affordable online skills-based education that readies adult learners for the digital workforce.

DEAC Renews Sessions College for Professional Design's Accreditation Through 2025

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020

TEMPE, Ariz., July 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sessions College for Professional Design (Sessions College) announced today that the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) renewed its accreditation through 2025.

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  • TEMPE, Ariz., July 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sessions College for Professional Design (Sessions College) announced today that the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) renewed its accreditation through 2025.
  • By contrast, Sessions College has been unaffected and continues to deliver industry leading outcomes, such as an 84% in the field employment rate upon degree graduation and a 94% student satisfaction rating.
  • "As a pioneer in online education for the creative arts, Sessions College has consistently been an active participant in the rigorous accreditation process," said Dr. Leah Matthews, DEAC's Executive Director.
  • Sessions College inspires current and future art and digital design professionals to achieve excellence through industry relevant, project-based online education.

USDLA Awards Blackboard Ally with Innovation Award for Excellence in Distance Learning in 2018

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Wednesday, May 2, 2018

INDIANAPOLIS, May 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) presented its 2018 International Distance Learning Awards to Blackboard in conjunction with the 2018 National Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, May 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) presented its 2018 International Distance Learning Awards to Blackboard in conjunction with the 2018 National Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana.
  • USDLA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit association, founded in 1987, as the nation's leading distance learning organization.
  • Included in the recognition ceremony were awards for 21st Century Distance Learning, Innovation, Excellence in Teaching/Training, Quality Research Paper, Student Achievement, and Eagle.
  • He continued, "I also look forward to seeing Blackboard again during National Distance Learning Week, November 5-9, 2018."