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- June 18, 2021
Higher Education and Future of Work Strategist Joins National University System to Scale Learner-Centered Programs
Acclaimed author and future of work scholar Dr. Michelle R. Weise joins adult-serving nonprofit university as vice chancellor for strategy and innovation LA JOLLA, CALIF. (June 18, 2021) — National University System, a nonprofit network of education institutions that includes National University, Northcentral University, and City University of Seattle, today announced the appointment of Dr. ...
- March 30, 2021
National University Teacher of the Year Recipient Receives $50,000 and a Full Tuition Scholarship to National University
Alejandro Diasgranados of Aiton Elementary School in Washington, D.C. selected from more than 51 state winners as 2020 National University Teacher Award winner. WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 30, 2021) — Today, the National University Teacher Award (NUTA) announced that Alejandro Diasgranados, a fourth and fifth grade teacher at Aiton Elementary School in Washington, D.C., is the ...
- March 24, 2021
National University Receives $250,000 Grant to Support Adult Learner Scholars Program
The grant is part of the inaugural awards from The Conrad Prebys Foundation. LA JOLLA, CALIF. (March 24, 2021) — The nonprofit National University (NU), which is celebrating its 50th year of educating adult learners, including Veterans and career professionals, received a $250,000 grant from the San Diego-based Conrad Prebys Foundation. The funds will support ...
- February 24, 2021
National University Teams Up with the Center for Creative Leadership to Launch First-of-its-Kind MBA
Through a collaboration with a top global leadership development provider, National University launches a new type of MBA combining traditional management with next generation leadership training LA JOLLA, CALIF. (February 24, 2021) — National University, a nonprofit institution with 50 years of experience serving Veterans, educators, and working adults, today announced the launch of a ...
- September 16, 2020
National University Launches Coding Bootcamp Professional Development Program With Sabio Enterprises, Inc.
The Sabio-National University Coding Bootcamp prepares graduates for high-paying technology jobs in as few as 24 weeks San Diego, CA; September 16, 2020 — National University (NU) has launched an innovative and exciting partnership with Sabio Enterprises, Inc. to form a coding bootcamp. This venture will enable career-minded individuals to secure both a world-class technical ...
- August 12, 2020
National University Trustees Approve Major Tuition Cut; Up to 25 Percent for Full-time Students
Pioneering California institution embarks on multi-year effort to boost access and affordability with tuition reduction, free college for most Pell-eligible students LA JOLLA, CALIF. (AUGUST 12, 2020) — National University, a nonprofit university with a 50-year history of serving working adult learners, educators and Veterans, today announced its Board of Trustees has approved a new ...
- August 6, 2020
National University Launches Professional Development Certificate to Help K-12 Teachers Prepare for Online Classrooms
Professional Development Certificate in Online Teaching was created to equip K-12 educators with skills to ease transition online, improve outcomes, and boost engagement through virtual lessons LA JOLLA, CALIF. (AUG 6, 2020) — National University’s Sanford College of Education, which graduates more teaching credential candidates than any other institution in California, has announced the launch ...
- September 4, 2019
Thomas Whisinnand of Nebraska Named National Winner of the 1st Annual Sanford Teacher Award and Honored with a $50,000 Grand Prize for Inspirational Teaching
Whisinnand was selected from more than 50 finalists recognized by the National University System-Sanford Programs. The 2020 Awards cycle for nominations is now open for Pre-K-12 teachers nationwide. September 4, 2019 – Omaha, Nebraska – In recognition of inspirational teachers who motivate students to achieve their highest potential, Thomas Whisinnand, a fourth-grade teacher at Ronald W. ...
- June 17, 2019
Congressman Scott Peters to Deliver Keynote Address at National University Southern California Commencement
Accomplished member of the United States House of Representatives to speak at the June 30 graduation ceremony at the San Diego Convention Center San Diego, CA—June 17, 2019—Today, National University, which is among the largest accredited private, nonprofit universities in California, announced Congressman Scott Peters (CA-52) will deliver the 47th keynote address at the Southern ...
- June 5, 2019
TEDxKidsChulaVista Event Celebrates Sanford Harmony Principles
Each year, the Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD) hosts a district-wide speech competition aimed at fine-tuning their students’ public speaking skills and giving them the opportunity to share their personal life experiences in a public forum—and for the past two years, that public forum has been the TEDxKidsChulaVista stage. This year, more than 12,000 ...
- April 24, 2019
National University Launches Teacher Pathway Inclusion Program to Address a Nationwide Demand for Educators of Diverse Backgrounds to Serve High-Need Areas
Starting in San Diego, National University’s Sanford College of Education is collaborating with Gompers Preparatory Academy, San Diego Unified School District, and the San Diego Community College District to strengthen educator degree pathways; Funding provided by Stephen Cushman of the Cushman Foundation and Peter Ellsworth of the Legler Benbough Foundation SAN DIEGO, CA—April 24, 2019—The ...
- February 12, 2019
Former San Diego Police Chief Shelley Zimmerman Joins National University
San Diego, CA – February 12, 2019 – Former San Diego Police Chief Shelley Zimmerman, a 35-year law enforcement Veteran, has been named a Chancellor appointee serving in the capacity of a public safety and leadership consultant for the private, nonprofit National University. In her new role, Zimmerman will guest lecture on leadership topics, collaborate ...
- January 30, 2019
Ask an Expert: What Kind of Accreditation Should a College Have?
If you’re searching for the best school or academic program for you, you’ve probably heard that you should only consider accredited colleges or accredited online degrees. But it’s also important to understand that accreditation alone isn’t enough. The type of accreditation and who’s doing the accrediting matters.
- January 29, 2019
Bachelor in Business Administration: Courses With Workplace Impact
If you’re looking for a versatile degree that can help make you more marketable to employers, consider the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program at National University. The bachelor in business administration courses that define the degree offer students an overall perspective of everything involved in running a business, with classes that focus on areas ...
- January 26, 2019
What Is an Accredited University?
When evaluating post-secondary educational options, you’ve probably looked at academic programs, cost, campus life, career opportunities, student support services, and faculty reputation. These are certainly important considerations in determining the school best suited for you and your goals. Looking more broadly, however, there’s a specific factor you’ll also want to consider: Is the institution accredited ...
- January 25, 2019
I Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice. Now What?
A bachelor’s in criminal justice is one of those degrees: it teaches skills that are applicable and valuable to many jobs, but then again, not many job postings actually ask for it.
- January 24, 2019
Ask an Expert: Who Accredits Colleges?
Accreditation ensures higher education institutions are delivering quality academic programs and support services to students. But just who accredits colleges and universities? We asked Dr. Joseph Hoey, vice provost of academic services at National University, about the organizations behind college accreditation.
- January 23, 2019
What Psychology Means to Me: A Professor’s Perspective
Psychology, as a scientific study of the human mind and its functions relating to behavior, sounds like a pretty heavy topic. So when we asked Dr. Brian Tilley, Associate Professor of Psychology at National University, what psychology means to him, we expected a pretty heavy answer. Thankfully, Tilley was able to break the subject down ...