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University of Phoenix Vice Provost of Strategy, Dr. Marc Booker, is recipient of UPCEA Operational Excellence Award

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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University of Phoenix is proud to announce that Marc Booker, Ph.D., vice provost of strategy for the University is the recipient of the UPCEA® Business & Operations Award for Operational Excellence for 2024.

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  • University of Phoenix is proud to announce that Marc Booker, Ph.D., vice provost of strategy for the University is the recipient of the UPCEA® Business & Operations Award for Operational Excellence for 2024.
  • UPCEA is the association for college and university leaders in online and professional continuing education, and 2024 Association Awards program includes recognition of both individual and institutional achievement across the UPCEA membership.
  • Award recipients will be honored at the 2024 UPCEA Annual Conference , March 26-28 in Boston, Mass.
  • “It is a tremendous honor to receive the Operational Excellence Award from UPCEA,” states Booker.

University of Phoenix Leaders Present at PACRAO Annual Conference Event Focused on Advancing Knowledge of Professionals Engaged in Enrollment and Academic Services

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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Booker was also one of the closing speakers at the conference giving an “Ed Talk” on the impact of PACRAO on the higher education community.

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  • Booker was also one of the closing speakers at the conference giving an “Ed Talk” on the impact of PACRAO on the higher education community.
  • Leaders from University of Phoenix are active in leadership roles with PACRAO as well.
  • McQuarie is a past vice president of diversity development of PACRAO and currently serves as Faculty for the Leadership Development Institute.
  • Marc Booker, Ph.D., Vice Provost of Strategy at University of Phoenix, is a past president of PACRAO and serves as Dean for the Leadership Development Institute of PACRAO.

BMI Imaging Exhibits At PACRAO 2023 Conference in Portland

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023
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SUNNYVALE, Calif., Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BMI's sales team joined the centenary celebration of the Pacific Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (PACRAO) 2023 conference, a pivotal gathering for higher education professionals specializing in student records and admissions.

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  • The conference has always been a highlight: I leave the Pacific Northwest with invaluable experiences and look forward to continuing this tradition.
  • BMI has been at the forefront of providing innovative solutions to colleges and universities for decades.
  • The PACRAO conference has consistently allowed BMI to connect directly with the dedicated individuals leading Registrar and Admissions Offices.
  • A veteran attendee of PACRAO, Walker adds, "The conference has always been a highlight of my year.

University of Phoenix Leadership present at EDUCAUSE Event

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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University of Phoenix is pleased to share that four members of its leadership team presented at the EDUCAUSE Annual Conference, held, October 9-12 in Chicago, IL.

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  • University of Phoenix is pleased to share that four members of its leadership team presented at the EDUCAUSE Annual Conference, held, October 9-12 in Chicago, IL.
  • “I am honored to present at EDUCAUSE and discuss how University of Phoenix has leveraged change management and made it part of its DNA when pursuing large scale initiatives,” shared Booker.
  • A veteran of University of Phoenix or 25 years, Hallock is a Senior Director of Change Management and Prosci Certified Change Practitioner.
  • In her role as vice provost of University of Phoenix, she oversees strategy for degree, certificate and course offerings, design of curriculum and student learning outcomes for the University.

University of Phoenix Issues White Paper Promoting an Academic Credit Mobility Culture During National Transfer Student Week

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Friday, October 20, 2023
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The white paper discusses higher education barriers based on historic policies, procedures, and beliefs that do not take the adult learner into account.

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  • The white paper discusses higher education barriers based on historic policies, procedures, and beliefs that do not take the adult learner into account.
  • The white paper shares how University of Phoenix has made significant investments in creating a credit mobility culture, including creating flexible policies and programs, embracing prior learning as a viable source of academic credit, improving clarity on transfer outcomes and options, removing barriers that impact student progression, and empowering students through relevant support services.
  • “My experience with University of Phoenix has been nothing less than spectacular,” Morales-Lynton shares.
  • She holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from University of Arizona and a Master of Arts in Education from University of Phoenix.

University of Phoenix Vice Provost Dr. Marc Booker Is a Featured Guest on the AACRAO Transfer Tea podcast

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Vice Provost of Strategy, Marc Booker, Ph.D., was a featured guest of the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) podcast, Transfer Tea .

Key Points: 
  • University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Vice Provost of Strategy, Marc Booker, Ph.D., was a featured guest of the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) podcast, Transfer Tea .
  • The podcast, dedicated to exploring and improving student transfer, is sponsored by AACRAO and hosted by Assistant Director for Transfer Recruitment at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi.
  • “Transfer credit, and the acceptance of that credit, is really an equity issue because not all students have the same opportunities.
  • University of Phoenix offers generous credit transfer possibilities: credit transfers can cover up to 75% of a bachelor’s degree.

University of Phoenix Vice Provost Selected as Speaker at 2023 AACRAO Technology & Transfer Virtual Summit

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Vice Provost of Strategy, Marc Booker, Ph.D., was selected as a speaker for the 2023 Technology & Transfer Virtual Summit held July 11-13, 2023.

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  • University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Vice Provost of Strategy, Marc Booker, Ph.D., was selected as a speaker for the 2023 Technology & Transfer Virtual Summit held July 11-13, 2023.
  • According to AACRAO, more than 500 higher education professionals attend the AACRAO Technology & Transfer Summit each year to explore how technology integrates into campus operations, and how strategic planning can foster innovative approaches to employing transfer credit and policies to facilitate academic mobility and improve student success.
  • AACRAO is a non-profit, voluntary, professional association of over 11,000 higher education professionals representing about 2,600 institutions in over 40 countries.
  • The University of Phoenix has long used the innovative approach to flexible, adaptable online learning to support an equitable environment.

University of Phoenix leadership present at Anthology Together, highlighting collaboration between academic and information technology teams

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Monday, July 31, 2023
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“Demonstrating the power of partnerships between IT and Academics really makes me proud,” shares Wilson.

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  • “Demonstrating the power of partnerships between IT and Academics really makes me proud,” shares Wilson.
  • “Integrating a product model that facilitates innovation for our students has allowed the University to transform the role of IT from a support function to that of a strategic partner.
  • In 2020, Booker received a Hall of Fame recognition from Blackboard for his contributions in providing thought leadership and innovation in education.
  • Booker has been an employee of the University of Phoenix since 2001.

University of Phoenix Vice Provost Selected as Speaker at 2023 Badge Summit

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Friday, July 28, 2023
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University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Vice Provost of Strategy, Marc Booker, Ph.D., was selected as a speaker for the 2023 Badge Summit , hosted by the University of Colorado at Boulder.

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  • University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Vice Provost of Strategy, Marc Booker, Ph.D., was selected as a speaker for the 2023 Badge Summit , hosted by the University of Colorado at Boulder.
  • “Over the past seven years, the Badge Summit has grown to be one of the best places to share innovative ideas about badging and microcredentials,” shares Booker.
  • The University of Phoenix has long used the innovative approach to flexible, adaptable online learning to support an equitable environment.
  • Booker has been an employee of the University of Phoenix since 2001.

University of Phoenix Vice Provost Marc Booker selected as Dean of Leadership Development Institute for PACRAO

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Friday, December 16, 2022
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University of Phoenix announces that Marc Booker, Ph.D., vice provost of Strategy, has been selected as dean of the Pacific Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (PACRAO) Leadership Development Institute.

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  • University of Phoenix announces that Marc Booker, Ph.D., vice provost of Strategy, has been selected as dean of the Pacific Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (PACRAO) Leadership Development Institute.
  • The PACRAO Leadership Development Institute was started with the intent to provide a development opportunity for emerging leaders in the professional arenas that PACRAO serves.
  • Marc is a fantastic example of our real-world leaders making impactful contributions across higher education.”
    The Leadership Development Institute, started in 2018, accepts cohorts of 10-15 professionals early in their careers who aspire to leadership roles at their institutions and with PACRAO.
  • “I am honored to be selected to serve as dean of the PACRAO Leadership Development Institute,” shares Booker.