Institutional research

University of Phoenix Shows Consistent High Satisfaction Among Online Learners in Survey Findings

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

University of Phoenix is pleased to share findings from its recent administration of the Ruffalo Noel Levitz Priorities Survey for Online Learners (PSOL) revealing high satisfaction scores among currently enrolled online students at the University.

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  • University of Phoenix is pleased to share findings from its recent administration of the Ruffalo Noel Levitz Priorities Survey for Online Learners (PSOL) revealing high satisfaction scores among currently enrolled online students at the University.
  • University of Phoenix administers the survey every two years and students completing the survey this year indicated higher satisfaction than the national benchmark comprised of more than 150 public and private institutions across the U.S .
  • The University of Phoenix Assessment & Institutional Research (AIR) department administered the Priorities Survey for Online Learners (PSOL) to University of Phoenix students.
  • It is noteworthy that University of Phoenix student satisfaction is higher than the national benchmark even in areas of opportunity.

ATB Capital Markets hosted the 12th annual investor conference with 2024 outlooks

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

CALGARY, AB, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - ATB Capital Markets, the capital markets arm of ATB Financial and ATB Securities Inc., hosted its 12th Annual Institutional Investor Conference in Toronto last week, which brought together more than 30 management teams from multiple sectors.

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  • CALGARY, AB, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - ATB Capital Markets, the capital markets arm of ATB Financial and ATB Securities Inc., hosted its 12th Annual Institutional Investor Conference in Toronto last week, which brought together more than 30 management teams from multiple sectors.
  • "Much like our previous conferences, participants this year left with valuable insights from discussions with management teams, along with our analysts' industry outlooks on the year ahead," said Darren Eurich, CEO of ATB Capital Markets.
  • For ATB Capital Markets' full list of 2024 Outlook reports, click here .
  • Energy Infrastructure: Discussions highlighted the vast opportunity for capital allocation in 2024 and the coming years.

Energy Sector Survey Highlights Optimism and Growth in Canadian Energy Industry: Over 88% of Respondents Report a Positive Outlook for the Sector

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

"Given our extensive coverage of the energy space, ATB Capital Markets is able to offer a distinctive vantage point on insights into the energy sector," said Darren Eurich, CEO of ATB Capital Markets.

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  • "Given our extensive coverage of the energy space, ATB Capital Markets is able to offer a distinctive vantage point on insights into the energy sector," said Darren Eurich, CEO of ATB Capital Markets.
  • Included in the responses were their perspectives on the sector, outlook for the upcoming year, significant challenges faced, opportunities, and emerging industry trends.
  • According to the survey, an overwhelming 88% of E&P executives expect production growth in the next 12 months.
  • Survey participants highlighted federal energy and environmental policies and regulations as the primary concern for the medium-to-long-term outlook of the Canadian energy industry, with 68% expressing concern.

ATB Capital Markets Hosts Fall Life Sciences and Energy Investor Conferences in New York

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

CALGARY, AB, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - ATB Capital Markets Inc. ("ATB Capital Markets"), the capital markets arm of ATB Financial, hosted two Institutional Investor Conferences in New York last week, with management teams from the Life Sciences and Energy sectors presenting over two days.

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  • CALGARY, AB, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - ATB Capital Markets Inc. ("ATB Capital Markets"), the capital markets arm of ATB Financial, hosted two Institutional Investor Conferences in New York last week, with management teams from the Life Sciences and Energy sectors presenting over two days.
  • "The unique challenges in the Life Sciences and Energy sectors present emerging opportunities as the landscape for both industries continues to evolve.
  • On September 20, the ATB Capital Markets Life Sciences Institutional Investor Conference, held in person in New York City, featured a cross-section of Canadian, International, and U.S. Multi-State Operators ("MSOs"), showcasing market-leading companies in both the recreational and medical cannabis space.
  • On September 21, the ATB Capital Markets Energy Institutional Investor Conference highlighted 13 prominent oil and gas producers and investment opportunities in Canada's secure, reliable energy sector.

D.A. Davidson Enhances Food & Beverage Coverage with Brian Holland, Senior Research Analyst

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

Davidson & Co. is pleased to share that Brian Holland is rejoining the Equity Capital Markets group as a Managing Director, Senior Research Analyst covering Food & Beverage.

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  • Davidson & Co. is pleased to share that Brian Holland is rejoining the Equity Capital Markets group as a Managing Director, Senior Research Analyst covering Food & Beverage.
  • Davidson Equity Capital Markets as Managing Director, Senior Research Analyst covering Food & Beverage.
  • Previously, he covered food and beverage companies at Janney Capital Markets and Consumer Edge Research LLC.
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DR. VICTORIA GIORDANO TAPPED AS ASSOCIATE PROVOST FOR INSTITUTIONAL RESEARCH AND ASSESSMENT

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Monday, July 10, 2023

LAKELAND, Fla., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College has announced the promotion of Dr. Victoria Giordano to the role of Associate Provost for Institutional Research and Assessment .

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  • LAKELAND, Fla., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College has announced the promotion of Dr. Victoria Giordano to the role of Associate Provost for Institutional Research and Assessment .
  • "With her decades of experience, Dr. Giordano understands the critical pedagogy here at Florida Southern," said Dr. Tracey Tedder, provost and vice president of academic affairs.
  • "She is well respected on our campus and will be a welcome addition to the Office of Institutional Research and Assessment."
  • Dr. Giordano joined the College in February 2017 as an associate professor of education and program coordinator for the Doctor of Education program.

DERREL BRYAN SELECTED AS INTERIM DEAN OF FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE'S SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

LAKELAND, Fla., July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Tracey Tedder announces the appointment of Dr. Derrel Bryan, professor and experienced leader, as the interim dean of the School of Education , effective immediately.

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  • LAKELAND, Fla., July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Tracey Tedder announces the appointment of Dr. Derrel Bryan, professor and experienced leader, as the interim dean of the School of Education , effective immediately.
  • "I am pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Bryan as the interim dean of FSC's School of Education," said Tedder.
  • Bryan replaces Dr. Victoria Giordano, who will serve as the Associate Provost for Institutional Research and Assessment for Florida Southern College.
  • "After decades in secondary school education, Florida Southern presented a unique challenge for me as an administrator.

Monroe College Confers Degrees on 2,196 Students Representing 52 Countries at 90th Annual Commencement

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Monday, June 19, 2023

BRONX, N.Y., June 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Monroe College, a national leader in educating first-generation and international students, held its 90th Annual Commencement last Friday at Radio City Music Hall in midtown Manhattan. Degrees were conferred on 2,196 students from around the world at its joyous celebration of the Class of 2023.

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  • BRONX, N.Y., June 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Monroe College, a national leader in educating first-generation and international students, held its 90th Annual Commencement last Friday at Radio City Music Hall in midtown Manhattan.
  • Degrees were conferred on 2,196 students from around the world at its joyous celebration of the Class of 2023.
  • The College's three-semester academic calendar enables Monroe students to earn 45 or more college credits per year (compared to the 30 credits college students typically earn per year at other institutions).
  • The College conferred 325 Master's degrees, 908 Bachelor's degrees, and 892 Associate degrees this year, as well as awarded 71 professional and advanced certificates.

COLLEGE POSSIBLE CATALYZE EXPANDS SERVICES IN CALIFORNIA TO SUPPORT STUDENT RETENTION

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

ST. PAUL, Minn., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- College Possible Catalyze announced this week that it has launched new partnerships with three California universities to expand its college success support by more than 1,400 students.

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  • ST. PAUL, Minn., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- College Possible Catalyze announced this week that it has launched new partnerships with three California universities to expand its college success support by more than 1,400 students.
  • "College Possible is thrilled to expand its footprint with new institutional partners California State - San Bernardino, University of California - Santa Cruz, and Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo," said Catherine Marciano, College Possible Vice President of Partnerships.
  • California State University - San Bernardino (CSUSB) and College Possible are aligned in the mission to improve college access among underrepresented groups.
  • Their partnership with College Possible Catalyze will serve 280 students in the College of Liberal Arts each year with a focus on men of color.

University of North Texas uses SAS® analytics to increase enrollment

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

CARY, N.C., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As college and university enrollments struggle to return to pre-pandemic levels, the University of North Texas (UNT) is using software from analytics leader SAS to help enroll its largest classes ever. Supported by a culture of trust and data governance, and powerful predictive analytics, the university has also increased graduation rates, accelerated time to degree and saved significant money in increased efficiencies.

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  • According to a study conducted by Forbes, total higher education enrollment has dropped by almost 7.5% since 2019.
  • In fact, UNT has increased enrollment by 16.4% since 2018, including a 5.5% jump in 2022.
  • "The future of analytics at the University of North Texas is vibrant," Simon says.
  • Previously, fundamental issues with data management and data governance plagued the university's analytics department, relegating data to silos and making enterprise analytics difficult.