Phoenix College

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Issues Call for Manuscripts in Upcoming Edition of Phoenix Scholar™ Academic Periodical

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Friday, March 8, 2024

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies invites submissions for a special issue on the burgeoning realm of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in its planned spring edition of Phoenix Scholar™ academic research periodical.

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  • University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies invites submissions for a special issue on the burgeoning realm of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in its planned spring edition of Phoenix Scholar™ academic research periodical.
  • The periodical, launched in 2017, highlights the commitment of University of Phoenix faculty, students and alumni to leading research through evidence-based practice.
  • “In an era marked by unprecedented technological advancements, AI stands as a transformative force with profound implications across various sectors, including academia,” shares Hinrich Eylers, Ph.D., P.E., vice provost, College of Doctoral Studies.
  • While the Phoenix Scholar does not publish original research studies, the editorial team invites submissions that celebrate recent publications or upcoming conference presentations related to AI.

University of Phoenix Recognized With 2023 Academia Circle of Excellence Award by EC-Council, World’s Largest Cybersecurity Certification Body

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

University of Phoenix is proud to share it is a recipient of the EC-Council 2023 Academia Circle of Excellence Award for the fifth consecutive year.

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  • University of Phoenix is proud to share it is a recipient of the EC-Council 2023 Academia Circle of Excellence Award for the fifth consecutive year.
  • “We are incredibly proud to receive the EC-Council Academia Circle of Excellence Award for the fifth year in a row,” states Kathryn Uhles, dean, College of Business and Information Technology at the University.
  • “We are extremely proud to award University of Phoenix the Circle of Excellence awards based on their commitment to Cybersecurity education at large.
  • The award recognizes the University’s commitment to making a positive impact in the cybersecurity workforce.

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Releases New Edition of Phoenix Scholar™ Academic Periodical

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Monday, February 26, 2024

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies has released the Winter 2023-2024 edition of its Phoenix Scholar™ academic research periodical.

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  • University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies has released the Winter 2023-2024 edition of its Phoenix Scholar™ academic research periodical.
  • The periodical, launched in 2017, highlights the commitment of University of Phoenix faculty, students and alumni to leading research through evidence-based practice.
  • “We are pleased to present a special anthology edition celebrating the 10th anniversary of our Knowledge Without Boundaries Summit,” shares Hinrich Eylers, Ph.D., P.E., vice provost, College of Doctoral Studies.
  • The College of Doctoral Studies research centers contribute to the publication findings: CLSOR, Center for Educational and Instructional Technology Research (CEITR), Center for Workplace Diversity and Inclusion Research (CWDIR), and the University of Phoenix Career Institute®.

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Releases White Paper on Role and Opportunities of Soft Skills and Graduate Employability in a Global Labor Market

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies announces the release of a white paper exploring the ubiquitous interest in and value of “soft” skills across global labor markets which presents a case study of how soft skills contribute to education doctoral student employability, and proposes reimagining competency-based learning.

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  • University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies announces the release of a white paper exploring the ubiquitous interest in and value of “soft” skills across global labor markets which presents a case study of how soft skills contribute to education doctoral student employability, and proposes reimagining competency-based learning.
  • “Opportunities abound for economic, education, industry and workforce policymakers to reimagine competency-based learning.”
    Underdahl completed her doctorate with the University of Southern California.
  • She is currently a reviewer at the College of Doctoral Studies’ Dissertation to Publication Workshop, and has been co-leader of College of Doctoral Studies Alumni Special Interest Group since 2019.
  • Currently serving as a University Research Methodologist for the College of Doctoral Studies, Marzano is the recipient of multiple faculty recognition awards at the University of Phoenix, including Phoenix 500 for 2021, 2022, and 2023.

AGB Welcomes Two New Higher Education Leaders to Board of Directors

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

WASHINGTON, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) announced today that Marie Sullivan and Tom Sullivan (no relation) were elected to the AGB Board of Directors, joining 15 other distinguished leaders. AGB is the premier organization advocating strategic board governance in higher education.

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  • Marie Sullivan and Tom Sullivan, two seasoned higher education leaders, will join 15 other members of AGB's board.
  • AGB is the premier organization advocating strategic board governance in higher education.
  • Higher education is facing real challenges, and AGB recognizes our board members as integral to both AGB's and higher education's future success.
  • Higher education is facing real challenges, and AGB recognizes our board members as integral to both AGB's and higher education's future success.

University of Phoenix College of Social and Behavioral Sciences Announces Scholarship in Memory of Esteemed Clinical Director, Dr. Jamie Buckalew-Hedin

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Friday, February 9, 2024

The scholarship, valued at $2,500, is specifically designed for a University of Phoenix student currently enrolled in one of its graduate Counseling programs within the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences.

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  • The scholarship, valued at $2,500, is specifically designed for a University of Phoenix student currently enrolled in one of its graduate Counseling programs within the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences.
  • This initiative is a collaborative venture between the Phoenix Chapter of the NSLS and the University's College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, aiming to pay tribute to the College’s late Clinical Director and Core Faculty member, Dr. Jamie Buckalew-Hedin.
  • "I am privileged to announce this new scholarship opportunity for our graduate counseling students,” shares Dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Christina Neider.
  • University of Phoenix has a longstanding relationship with NSLS, and last year the University Chapter received the NSLS Success Distinguished Chapter Award .

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Celebrates Growth and Contributions of Fellow-in-Residence Program for Scholars in the Research Centers

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies celebrates its 50 fellows as part of its four years long Fellows-in-Residence initiative to enhance and grow scholarly activities in workforce issues research and contributions through its Research Centers.

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  • University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies celebrates its 50 fellows as part of its four years long Fellows-in-Residence initiative to enhance and grow scholarly activities in workforce issues research and contributions through its Research Centers.
  • “Our fellow-in-residence program is focused on integrating practitioner scholars into a practitioner and research community to support the advancement of studies by each Center through individual opportunities for publication," states Hinrich Eylers, Ph.D., vice provost, College of Doctoral Studies.
  • “The fellows program appealed to me in providing meaningful motivation to pursue my passion for research,” she states.
  • In addition to the Doctoral Education Ecosystem®, doctoral students have access to the same 24/7 support channels as students across colleges and programs by University of Phoenix.

University of Phoenix’s Master of Health Administration (MHA) joins the CAHME Mentorship Circle

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Monday, February 5, 2024

The Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education ( CAHME ) recognizes the University of Phoenix’s Master of Health Administration (MHA) program as a CAHME Mentorship Circle (CMC) Program.

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  • The Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education ( CAHME ) recognizes the University of Phoenix’s Master of Health Administration (MHA) program as a CAHME Mentorship Circle (CMC) Program.
  • CMC designated programs engage in mentorship, best practice dissemination, and other activities that support continuous improvement in healthcare management education.
  • “Being part of the CMC is more than an honor; it’s a pledge to the field,” stated Dr. Anthony Stanowski, president and CEO of CAHME.
  • University of Phoenix’s Master of Health Administration program is designed for early- to mid-career health professionals seeking advanced education while remaining employed.

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Associate Faculty Publishes Chapter on Evolving Strategic Holistic Ecosystems in the Workplace

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies is pleased to share that Joanne Vázquez de Príncipe, DM, associate faculty and Fellow-in-Residence of the Center for Leadership Studies and Organizational Research (CLSOR), has published a chapter, “ The Work-Life Dynamics Cultural Impact: Evolving the Future of Strategic Holistic Ecosystems Post Pandemic ,” in a recent publication, Measuring the Effectiveness of Organizational Development Strategies During Unprecedented Times.

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  • University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies is pleased to share that Joanne Vázquez de Príncipe, DM, associate faculty and Fellow-in-Residence of the Center for Leadership Studies and Organizational Research (CLSOR), has published a chapter, “ The Work-Life Dynamics Cultural Impact: Evolving the Future of Strategic Holistic Ecosystems Post Pandemic ,” in a recent publication, Measuring the Effectiveness of Organizational Development Strategies During Unprecedented Times.
  • Published by IGI Global , the book examines organizational development with research and innovative practices from the fields of leadership and organizational development, change, and design.
  • Based on her doctoral dissertation study, Príncipe’s chapter explores the benefits of leveraging holistic and strategic tactics with a deeper look into work-life dynamics associated with organizational effectiveness, culture transformations, and change leadership aspects impacting the evolution of the organizational development (OD) discipline.
  • The book is available online , and to preview or purchase this published chapter.

University of Phoenix College of Nursing Leadership Highlights Successful DEIB Strategies at Annual Convention of the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing

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Friday, January 19, 2024

The College of Nursing incorporates DEIB into its core values and curriculum, aligning with the broader university initiatives .

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  • The College of Nursing incorporates DEIB into its core values and curriculum, aligning with the broader university initiatives .
  • Reflecting on the success of the event, Brooks stated, “Our participation at the OADN Conference allowed us to showcase the impactful DEIB strategies we've implemented at the University of Phoenix.
  • Brooks is the Dean of the College of Nursing at the University of Phoenix.
  • She holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree and a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) in Family Nurse Practitioner from Arizona State University.