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Northeastern Illinois University Hosting Open House and Latino College Expo April 4

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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CHICAGO, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU) is pleased to announce two important and free events on Thursday, April 4, 2024, for prospective students and their families eager to explore pathways to a quality education and abundant academic opportunities, including scholarships. First, Northeastern will hold an Open House geared toward helping students discover all the opportunities NEIU has to offer. Simultaneously, Northeastern will host the Midwest's first National College Resources Foundation (NCRF) Latino College Expo, an educational event with a mission to expand college and career access for Latinx students.

Key Points: 
  • First, Northeastern will hold an Open House geared toward helping students discover all the opportunities NEIU has to offer.
  • Simultaneously, Northeastern will host the Midwest's first National College Resources Foundation (NCRF) Latino College Expo , an educational event with a mission to expand college and career access for Latinx students.
  • The NCRF Latino College Expo will run from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m. and will be held in the NEIU P.E.
  • The Latino College Expo™ has a mission to guide high school and adult learners to their ideal college home and help college transfer students transition to a four-year institution.

National University Celebrates National Social Emotional Learning Week

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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SAN DIEGO, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National University (NU), a nonprofit Minority Serving Institution that supports over 130,000 learners annually through its degree and professional training programs, celebrated National Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Week, March 4-8, with presentations by locally and nationally recognized SEL professionals. SEL Week is celebrated nationally to recognize the important role that emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills play in the development of academic, social, emotional, and mental well-being of students.

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  • National University academic leaders shared their expertise and best practices in SEL education to support student success during National SEL Week, March 4-8, 2024
    SAN DIEGO, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National University (NU), a nonprofit Minority Serving Institution that supports over 130,000 learners annually through its degree and professional training programs, celebrated National Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Week, March 4-8, with presentations by locally and nationally recognized SEL professionals.
  • According to the Collaborative of Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning ( CASEL ), National SEL Week is set aside to showcase the powerful work being accomplished nationwide by local schools and communities and culminates with International SEL Day hosted by the Social Emotional Learning Alliance for The United States (SEL4US) and The Urban Assembly .
  • "The Sanford College of Education at National University is at the forefront of social emotional learning and offers a Master of Arts in Social Emotional Learning program that enhances student learning by weaving together academics with social emotional learning practices and pedagogies," said Dr. Robert Lee, dean of SCOE.
  • National University is nationally recognized as leading transformational change in social and emotional learning in both academic programming and professional learning opportunities.

Pioneering University Taps First of Its Kind Work-Based Learning Marketplace to Bring Real-World Employer Projects into the Classroom

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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SAN DIEGO, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National University (NU) — a nonprofit Minority Serving Institution that serves more than 50,000 students annually through its degree programs and another 80,000 through its workforce and professional training programs—today announced initial results from a new education technology pilot program that integrates work-based learning experiences into the curriculum. In collaboration with Riipen, developer of a popular marketplace platform that enables college students to connect with real-world projects from companies, the university is expanding access to micro-internships and other work-based learning opportunities for the diverse student body that it serves.

Key Points: 
  • They don't want to wait two or four years to put their skills to the test," said Dr. Mark D. Milliron , president and CEO of National University.
  • At the same time, a growing number of corporate executives often view college graduates as unprepared for real-world problem-solving.
  • In many cases, faculty are using the work-based learning platform as part of Capstone projects, providing students with real-world experience in their field of study.
  • As a veteran-founded Minority Serving Institution, National University has a student population that reflects the shifting — and highly diverse — demographics of higher education today.

The University of San Francisco Names Dr. Eileen Chia-Ching Fung Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs

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Friday, March 8, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of San Francisco (USF) has announced that accomplished leader, professor and scholar Dr. Eileen Chia-Ching Fung has been appointed to the role of Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, effective March 6, 2024. Dr. Fung most recently held the position of Interim Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs since June 2023.

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  • The University of San Francisco has announced that accomplished leader, professor and scholar Dr. Eileen Chia-Ching Fung has been appointed to the role of Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, effective March 6, 2024.
  • Dr. Fung most recently held the position of Interim Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs since June 2023.
  • SAN FRANCISCO, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of San Francisco (USF) has announced that accomplished leader, professor and scholar Dr. Eileen Chia-Ching Fung has been appointed to the role of Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, effective March 6, 2024.
  • Dr. Fung most recently held the position of Interim Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs since June 2023.

National University Board Member Kim Folsom Honored as One of San Diego Girl Scouts Cool Women of 2024

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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SAN DIEGO, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National University (NU) — a nonprofit Minority Serving Institution (MSI) that serves 50,000 degree-seeking students and 80,000 workforce and professional development students annually — today announced that Kim Folsom, a member of NU's Board of Trustees, has been selected as one of Girl Scouts San Diego's Cool Women of 2024.

Key Points: 
  • "I grew up a Girl Scout in the San Diego region, in the 70's, and I am honored that I can leverage that experience to give back to the next generation of emerging Girl Scout leaders," Folsom said.
  • Folsom and four other Cool Women honorees will be guests at the annual Cool Women Celebration in March.
  • They will lead a mentoring session for 10th-12th grade Girl Scouts in the Emerging Leader Girl Scouts program.
  • Over the course of 24 years, Girl Scouts San Diego's Cool Women Celebration has honored more than 200 exemplary leaders from San Diego and beyond for their positive contributions to the development of girls and women.

National University and the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Officers Unite to Honor Black Law Enforcement Officers

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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PHOENIX, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National University (NU), a nonprofit Minority Serving Institution that supports over 130,000 learners annually through its degree and professional training programs, partnered with the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Officers (NOBLE) to present the "Honoring Black Law Enforcement Officers in Arizona: Past Present and Future" event hosted by the Arizona Department of Transportation in downtown Phoenix. The February 20 event, which featured leaders and speakers from NU and NOBLE, underscores the organizations' shared commitment to celebrate past and present contributions of Black law enforcement and foster dialogue on strengthening the law enforcement community through education and outreach.

Key Points: 
  • "On behalf of National University and in observance of Black History Month, we are honored to pay tribute to the contributions of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Officers."
  • - Dr. Thomas Stewart, National University
    "On behalf of National University and in observance of Black History Month, we are honored to pay tribute to the contributions of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Officers," said panelist Dr. Thomas Stewart, executive vice president and executive director of the National University's Cause Research Institute .
  • National University, a Veteran-founded nonprofit, is proud to support public safety professionals who protect and serve our communities every day.
  • "It's an honor to represent the Arizona NOBLE chapter and promote the stories of how African Americans contributed and still contribute to law enforcement in Arizona.

Redefining Math: National University Introduces Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics with Data Analytics & Teaching Focus

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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SAN DIEGO, Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National University (NU) — a nonprofit Minority Serving Institution that serves more than 130,000 learners annually through its degree and professional training programs – recently introduced the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with specialized concentrations in Data Analytics and Single Subject Teaching. The Data Analytics concentration is in response to the growing intersection of mathematics and technology in fields like computer science, data analysis, and artificial intelligence. The teaching concentration is for future educators seeking California Single Subject Teaching Credentials. This versatile and online program is strategically designed using asynchronous classes to provide students with foundational mathematical knowledge essential for solving complex problems in various sectors, all while supported by engaged and expert faculty.

Key Points: 
  • The Data Analytics concentration is in response to the growing intersection of mathematics and technology in fields like computer science, data analysis, and artificial intelligence.
  • "The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics at National University is designed to span a broad spectrum of specializations, from data analytics to Single Subject Teaching," explained Dr. Nicole Polen-Petit, dean of the National University School of Arts, Letters, and Sciences.
  • The data analytics concentration equips students with skills in data visualization, data management, and the application of mathematical and statistical models for data analysis.
  • Alongside the data analytics concentration, National University offers a pathway for those aspiring to shape the future of education through the Single Subject Teaching concentration.

National University Receives $4M Grant to Improve Outcomes for Nontraditional, Working, and Military Students

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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SAN DIEGO, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National University (NU) — a nonprofit Minority Serving Institution (MSI) that serves 50,000 degree-seeking students and 80,000 workforce and professional development students annually — today announced that it has received a $4 million federal grant to create the NU Peer Navigator Network, a large peer-to-peer support system allowing students at all degree levels of the university to get help from more experienced schoolmates on everything from academics to work-life balance.

Key Points: 
  • "National University's mission is to provide accessible, world-class student experiences to non-traditional, working, and military-affiliated learners," said Dr. Mark D. Milliron, NU president and CEO.
  • "National University's mission is to provide accessible, world-class student experiences to non-traditional, working, and military-affiliated learners," said Dr. Mark D. Milliron, NU president and CEO.
  • "This grant will allow us to deploy expanded peer support to our learners provided by successful students who personally relate to these diverse and unique backgrounds.
  • Two-thirds of NU students and graduates are Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC).

National University Partners with California Community Colleges Classified Senate to Support Employee Advancement Opportunities

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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SAN DIEGO, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National University(NU) — a nonprofit Minority Serving Institution that serves more than 130,000 learners annually through its degree and professional training programs – and the California Community Colleges Classified Senate, a nonprofit organization representing over 38,000 California community colleges classified professionals, today jointly announced a new partnership to provide pathways to possibility for community college professionals to pursue bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees at NU.

Key Points: 
  • National University is perfectly aligned to help the dedicated, hard-working California community college professionals who champion student success.
  • "The partnership between National University and the California Community Colleges Classified Senate will open the door to community college professionals and allow them to excel in their careers through advanced degrees," said Dr. Gerardo de los Santos, vice president of community college relations at National University and recent inductee into the American Association of Community College Leadership Hall of Fame.
  • Our partnership with the California Community Colleges Classified Senate enables National University to give back to current and future dedicated community college leaders."
  • "The California Community Colleges Classified Senate (4CS) has long been a champion for professional development.

National University and South Texas College Announce Degree Pathway Partnership

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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MCALLEN, Texas, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National University(NU) — a distinguished nonprofit Minority Serving Institution that serves more than 130,000 learners annually through its degree and professional training programs and South Texas College(STC) — a Hispanic-serving community college that serves more than 30,000 students and is among the first of three community colleges in the State of Texas to begin offering bachelor's degrees announced a new partnership to provide pathways to possibility for nontraditional community college students who have completed bachelor's degrees to continue on their educational journey and to pursue master's degrees at NU.

Key Points: 
  • "I look forward to partnering with South Texas College to create accessible — and equitable — pathways for community college students who have completed their bachelor's degree to continue on their educational journey and pursue master's degrees at NU."
  • The NU and STC partnership offers a 25 percent tuition discount scholarship for current students and for recent alumni who have graduated with a transferable bachelor's degree.
  • Further, Hispanic students account for over 30 percent of NU's bachelor's degree completers and graduate degree completers, the highest among peer online institutions.
  • For more information about National University's community college transfer pathways, visit NU.edu .