North Park University

North Park Launches Fully Online Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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CHICAGO, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Effective fall 2024, North Park University's Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MACMHC) will be entirely online.

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  • CHICAGO, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Effective fall 2024, North Park University's Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MACMHC) will be entirely online.
  • This shift from a hybrid program will provide its students maximum flexibility and accessibility and outstanding instruction and mentorship.
  • Dr. Lori Scrementi, dean of the School of Professional Studies, said the decision to go completely online was made after speaking to students.
  • North Park University is city-centered, intercultural, and emerging as the model for Christian higher education in 21st-century America.

North Park University Introduces New Bachelor of Arts in Applied Computer Science for Fall 2024

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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CHICAGO, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- North Park University announced today that it is adding a new major in applied computer science (BA) to provide students with expertise in high-growth areas where employers are searching for talent.

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  • CHICAGO, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- North Park University announced today that it is adding a new major in applied computer science (BA) to provide students with expertise in high-growth areas where employers are searching for talent.
  • The hybrid program will be taught both on North Park's campus and online via a partnership with the Lower Cost Models Consortium (LCMC) and Rize Education .
  • The involved parties directly collaborated with Google to build computer science courses that will develop graduates to fill essential and understaffed roles across tech industries.
  • Combined with our liberal arts core, this new major will prepare students for lives of significance and service."

North Park University Boosts Transfer Scholarships, Supporting Degree Completion

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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CHICAGO, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- North Park University will increase its merit-based scholarship awards to transfer students by up to 25%, a move that will provide more access and should help traditional transfer students reach degree completion.

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  • CHICAGO, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- North Park University will increase its merit-based scholarship awards to transfer students by up to 25%, a move that will provide more access and should help traditional transfer students reach degree completion.
  • Associate Director of Transfer Admissions Malcolm Parker said, "At North Park University, scholarships serve as an indispensable bridge that enable our transfer students to reach their academic and personal aspirations.
  • The scholarship increase is the latest example of how North Park supports its transfer students.
  • Founded in 1891 by the Evangelical Covenant Church, North Park University is located on Chicago's North Side and enrolls 2,800 students.

North Park University to Launch Public Policy Major in Fall 2024

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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CHICAGO, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To create graduates who become changemakers in their communities, North Park University is introducing an interdisciplinary public policy major that will incorporate social sciences, physical sciences, and the humanities.

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  • CHICAGO, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To create graduates who become changemakers in their communities, North Park University is introducing an interdisciplinary public policy major that will incorporate social sciences, physical sciences, and the humanities.
  • Public policy programs equip students to create laws, regulations, civic budgets, and other programs that affect average citizens.
  • For instance, students focusing on environmental issues can combine the public policy major with a biology minor.
  • Other options include private sector careers at nonprofits and institutions that engage with government agencies and pursuing advanced degrees in public administration, public policy, or law school.

North Park Joins Community in Providing Much Needed Supplies to New Arrivals

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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The 60 volunteers, comprising North Parkers and representatives from the North Park Community Association, Alderman Samantha Nugent's office, Aramark, and other community groups, collected and distributed the items.

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  • The 60 volunteers, comprising North Parkers and representatives from the North Park Community Association, Alderman Samantha Nugent's office, Aramark, and other community groups, collected and distributed the items.
  • They also hosted a lunch for the new arrivals—which included men, women, and children—featuring traditional Latin American food.
  • North Park held the event in Hamming Hall, and items distributed included coats, shoes, gloves, hats, undergarments, and blankets.
  • The event was an apt reflection of North Park's mission, according to Tony Zamble, director of University Ministries.

North Park University Welcomes Third Largest Class, Rises in Ranks in U.S. News & World Report

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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"For three consecutive years, North Park has successfully welcomed strong incoming classes of first-year students.

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  • "For three consecutive years, North Park has successfully welcomed strong incoming classes of first-year students.
  • North Park is a rising regional university fostering an environment of academic excellence, faith development and service opportunities for all our students," said President Mary K. Surridge.
  • "The past three years have shown that students and parents are searching for a mission-driven community like North Park.
  • In its annual ranking, U.S. News & World Report took into account 17 measures of academic quality at 1,500 degree-seeking institutions.

Red Five Security Bolsters Senior Leadership with Public-Private Sector Heavy Hitter

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Red Five Security, a leading provider of security consulting services for the past 20 years, announces the expansion of its senior leadership team to expand their Managed Services portfolio to Fortune 1000 companies.

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  • "Karna's career bridges analytical, legal, management, and leadership," says Red Five's CEO, Kris Coleman.
  • "She has unparalleled experience and a track record of building award-winning teams and programs, I am thrilled that our clients will benefit from her elite security & analysis leadership.
  • After departing from the public sector, McGarry went on to hold several roles, including Senior Intelligence Advisor to the Vice President of Intelligence Services and Risk Advisory Consultant with G4S and other large private sector security providers.
  • "I see so much opportunity in Red Five's Managed Services Program," says McGarry, who has an extensive and accomplished career in the intelligence services sector.

North Park University Receives Nearly $1 Million in Grants for Civic Engagement, Internship Programs

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Friday, September 15, 2023
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Lilly's Christian Parenting Initiative funds the project and will equip parents and congregations to share faith more effectively with children.

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  • Lilly's Christian Parenting Initiative funds the project and will equip parents and congregations to share faith more effectively with children.
  • Assistant Professor of Psychology Dr. Amy Governale will help implement the proposal process and oversee program evaluation.
  • Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies Dr. Joel Willits and Professor of Communications Dr. Daniel White Hodge will also support curriculum design.
  • The goal is to expand opportunities for students to pursue internships and seek permanent employment in Illinois after graduation.

North Park Launches Fully Online Master of Arts in Educational Leadership Degree

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
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CHICAGO, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Beginning in September, North Park University will offer its Master of Arts in Educational Leadership (MAEL), which leads to a principal endorsement, in a fully online program that provides flexibility while teaching vital skills including relationship building.

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  • CHICAGO, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Beginning in September, North Park University will offer its Master of Arts in Educational Leadership (MAEL), which leads to a principal endorsement, in a fully online program that provides flexibility while teaching vital skills including relationship building.
  • Daniel Walsh and Theresa Alberico-Madl, each highly respected throughout the Chicagoland educational community.
  • The synchronous online program will be slightly different from the current blended program, which is still in place.
  • "We are small enough that we can give each student the attention they need, yet we are experienced enough to share leadership skills and best practices," Alberico-Madl said.

Blue Umbrella Waterproofing Scholarship Winners for 2023

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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ROSELLE PARK, N.J., Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Blue Umbrella Waterproofing has announced the three recipients of 2023's Blue Umbrella Waterproofing & Foundations Scholarship Fund. The annual scholarship fund awards $1,500, broken up into $500 prizes, to three students pursuing post-secondary education who demonstrate exemplary dedication to lifelong learning.

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  • Blue Umbrella Waterproofing has announced the three recipients of 2023's Blue Umbrella Waterproofing & Foundations Scholarship Fund.
  • ROSELLE PARK, N.J., Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Blue Umbrella Waterproofing has announced the three recipients of 2023's Blue Umbrella Waterproofing & Foundations Scholarship Fund.
  • Inspired by their teams' dedication to lifelong learning, Blue Umbrella Waterproofing established the scholarship fund to support future generations in their own educational pursuits.
  • Inspired by their teams' dedication to lifelong learning, Blue Umbrella Waterproofing the scholarship fund to support future generations in their own educational pursuits.