Academic degrees

Bachelor's Degree Center Releases National Rankings of Ministry Degree Programs

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Monday, June 10, 2019
Academic degrees, Council for Christian Colleges and Universities, Bachelor's degree, LeTourneau University, Honours degree, Education, Academia

The Top 3 Online Ministry Bachelor's Programs for 2019 are: 1) Arizona State University; 2) University of Central Florida; 3) LeTourneau University.

Key Points: 
  • The Top 3 Online Ministry Bachelor's Programs for 2019 are: 1) Arizona State University; 2) University of Central Florida; 3) LeTourneau University.
  • An online degree "can be convenient, affordable, and just as comprehensive and in-depth as a traditional degree."
  • Either way, being called to the ministry today often means "recognizing their call as a call to preparation, with a bachelor's degree in ministry, theology, biblical studies, or religion as their first step."
  • Bachelor's Degree Center has been providing advice, resources, and rankings on the best traditional and online bachelor's degree programs since 2014.

Lucas Magnin answers the most urgent questions of the current faith in his book Cristianismo y Posmodernidad (Christianity and Postmodernism), Editorial CLIE

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Wednesday, May 1, 2019
Academic degrees, Laurea, University College, Oxford, Bachelor's degree, Education, Costa Rica, Americas, Countries

Lucas Magnin wasborn in Argentina in 1985.

Key Points: 
  • Lucas Magnin wasborn in Argentina in 1985.
  • He is an unusual voice in the field of theology, and this for two reasons.In the first place, for his education: he has a degree in Modern Literature (Univ.
  • De Crdoba, Argentina), a Master in Theology (Univ.
  • de Costa Rica) and a Laurea in Communication (Univ.

Alice Reier, MD is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Tuesday, April 23, 2019
Academic degrees, Education, Doctor of Medicine, Higher education

EMERYVILLE, Calif., April 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Alice Reier, MD is recognized by the Continental Who's Who as a Pinnacle Lifetime Achiever in the field of Medicine as an Oncologist at her Private Practice.

Key Points: 
  • EMERYVILLE, Calif., April 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Alice Reier, MD is recognized by the Continental Who's Who as a Pinnacle Lifetime Achiever in the field of Medicine as an Oncologist at her Private Practice.
  • Working diligently in her field since her fellowship in 1998, Alice C. Reier, MD, is a highly-regarded oncologist with a private practice in Oakland, California.
  • Throughout her education and training, Dr. Reier graduated from UC Berkeley with a Bachelors Degree and received her Doctorate of Medicine (MD) at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee.
  • Renowned amongst her peers, Dr. Reier is the recipient of the Best Doctor Award from 2010 until 2012.

Online Schools Report Publishes Ranking of Best Online Master's Degrees in Civil Engineering

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Tuesday, April 23, 2019
Academic degrees, Engineering, Engineer, Civil engineer, Science, Knowledge

EUGENE, Ore., April 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Online Schools Report has released their ranking of the Best Online Master's degrees in Civil Engineering.

Key Points: 
  • EUGENE, Ore., April 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Online Schools Report has released their ranking of the Best Online Master's degrees in Civil Engineering.
  • Civil engineers are often taken for granted.
  • But there is a great deal of responsibility on the shoulders of civil engineers.
  • Online Schools Report uses a comprehensive set of statistics to determine their rankings.

PCOM Names Independence's Daniel J. Hilferty as 2019 DO Commencement Speaker

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Monday, April 22, 2019
Academic degrees, Health, Eastern Pennsylvania Rugby Union, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, West Philadelphia, Medical education in the United States, Pcom, Daniel J. Hilferty, Osteopathic medicine in the United States, Osteopathic medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

PHILADELPHIA, April 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) has announced Daniel J. Hilferty as the speaker for the 2019 Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine commencement ceremony on Friday, May 24, 2019.

Key Points: 
  • PHILADELPHIA, April 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) has announced Daniel J. Hilferty as the speaker for the 2019 Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine commencement ceremony on Friday, May 24, 2019.
  • Mr. Hilferty is chief executive officer of Independence Health Group, parent of Independence Blue Cross, one of the nation's leading health insurers.
  • Mr. Hilferty speaks frequently on topics of leadership, transforming health care, and the role of technology and big data.
  • The 2019 DO commencement ceremony will be held Friday, May 24, 2019 at 10 am at the Kimmel Center.

Doctors Without Jobs Says Recent Residency Match Leaves More U.S. Physicians Jobless

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Monday, April 22, 2019
Academic degrees, Medical education in the United States, Education, Health, Medical education, Physicians, Residency, Medical school, Doctor of Medicine, Doctors

"In recent years, about six percent of U.S. medical school graduates have not moved into residencies each year," says Kevin Lynn, Founder of Doctors without Jobs.

Key Points: 
  • "In recent years, about six percent of U.S. medical school graduates have not moved into residencies each year," says Kevin Lynn, Founder of Doctors without Jobs.
  • Last month, 44,600 doctors registered for the 2019 Main Residency Match which pairs current and prior year med school graduates with residencies.
  • "But we can't continue to leave our U.S. medical doctors shut out of their professions; we must prioritize hiring our U.S. doctors before importing doctors.
  • Doctors without Jobs explores why some U.S. citizen medical school graduates in good standing do not match to residencies and seeks to build awareness of the issue and find solutions.

American Osteopathic Association Names Kevin Klauer, DO, EJD, FACEP, as Chief Executive Officer

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Wednesday, March 20, 2019
Health care, Health, Academic degrees, American Osteopathic Association, Osteopathic medicine, Medical education in the United States, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, American College of Osteopathic Emergency Physicians, Osteopathic medicine in the United States, Osteopathic medicine in Canada

CHICAGO, March 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The American Osteopathic Association (AOA), the professional membership organization for the nation's more than 145,000 osteopathic physicians (DOs) and medical students, is pleased to announce that its board of trustees has appointed Kevin Klauer, DO, EJD, FACEP, as chief executive officer.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, March 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The American Osteopathic Association (AOA), the professional membership organization for the nation's more than 145,000 osteopathic physicians (DOs) and medical students, is pleased to announce that its board of trustees has appointed Kevin Klauer, DO, EJD, FACEP, as chief executive officer.
  • "As an osteopathic physician, I am humbled, and so very proud, to serve the osteopathic profession, the American Osteopathic Association, our current and future members, and all osteopathic physicians and medical students.
  • He was recognized by the American College of Osteopathic Emergency Physicians with the 2018 Outstanding Educator of the Year award.Dr.
  • The American Osteopathic Association (AOA) represents more than 145,000 osteopathic physicians (DOs) and osteopathic medical students; promotes public health; encourages scientific research; serves as the primary certifying body for DOs; and is the accrediting agency for osteopathic medical schools.

New Report: Multi-Year Trend Shows College Students Graduating with Prior Credential Increases by 4.4 Percent

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Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Education, Academic degrees, Academia, Bachelor's degree, Undergraduate degree, Postgraduate education, Higher education in the United States

"This is partly because of rising completion rates, but also due to degree stacking as students increasingly earn more than one undergraduate degree or certificate."

Key Points: 
  • "This is partly because of rising completion rates, but also due to degree stacking as students increasingly earn more than one undergraduate degree or certificate."
  • For 2017-18, 2,254,846 students earned their first undergraduate degree, an increase of 1.5 percent compared to 2016-17.
  • Meanwhile, 722,547 graduates earned their second or third undergraduate credential, 4.4 percent more than last year.
  • Thus, a total of 2.98 million students who earned an undergraduate degree (bachelor's or associate) in 2017-18, only three-quarters represented new, first-time college graduates.

Trident University Introduces Dual Credit Option for Bachelor's to Master's Programs

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Thursday, February 14, 2019
Education, Academic degrees, Academia, Touro College and University System, Trident University International, Higher education, Master's degree, Postgraduate education, Bachelor's degree, Honours degree

CYPRESS, Calif., Feb. 14, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Trident University International (Trident) has announced the launch of FastracDC, a new dual credit option that allows qualified undergraduate students to reduce the number of classes needed to complete an online master's degree.

Key Points: 
  • CYPRESS, Calif., Feb. 14, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Trident University International (Trident) has announced the launch of FastracDC, a new dual credit option that allows qualified undergraduate students to reduce the number of classes needed to complete an online master's degree.
  • The dual credit option is offered to students pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management (BSHRM), Business Administration (BSBA), Leadership (BSL), and Health Administration (BSHA).
  • Founded in 1998, Trident University International (Trident) is a leading online postsecondary university serving adult learners.
  • Trident offers high-quality associate's, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs and certificates, led by a qualified faculty team, over 80% of whom have doctoral degrees.

Online-PhD-Degrees.com Releases List of Best Online Schools for Doctoral Degrees in Education Programs

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Monday, November 12, 2018
NEW MEXICO, Academic degrees, Las Cruces, New Mexico, Rio Grande, Doctor of Education, New Mexico State University

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Online-PhD-Degrees.com has recently released their list of the Best Online Schools for Doctoral Degrees in Education Programs, a comprehensive index of the finest distance education institutions offering degrees of this nature.

Key Points: 
  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Online-PhD-Degrees.com has recently released their list of the Best Online Schools for Doctoral Degrees in Education Programs, a comprehensive index of the finest distance education institutions offering degrees of this nature.
  • According to lead researcher and writer, Rowan Jones, "A Doctor of Education degree is an incredibly respectable line of work.
  • These twenty online institutions of higher education represent some of the most excellent schools in America.
  • Below you will find the schools that have made the Best Online Schools for Doctoral Degrees in Education Programs:
    New Mexico State UniversityLas Cruces, NM