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June 12, 2025
Distinguished Military Leaders Join National University Board to Advance Access and Innovation for Military-Affiliated and Nontraditional Students
Retired Rear Admiral Maria L. Aguayo and Former U.S. Army Brigadier General Jennifer Buckner bring decades of leadership in infrastructure, cybersecurity, and defense education to trustee roles SAN DIEGO, CA (June 16, 2025) — National University (NU)—a nonprofit veteran-founded institution serving more than 50,000 students annually through its degree programs and 80,000 more through its ...
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June 4, 2025
Harmony Academy at National University Announces Innovative Partnership with San Diego FC
Partnership advances both organizations’ dedication to empowering student-athletes through access, education, and development SAN DIEGO, CA (June 4, 2025) – National University’s Harmony Academy is proud to announce a new partnership with San Diego FC, uniting two organizations committed to empowering student-athletes through access, education, and development. This partnership will focus on creating impactful learning ...
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May 12, 2025
National University’s 2025 Commencement to Be Held at Oceanside’s Frontwave Arena – Marking the First-Ever Graduation Ceremony at the New Venue
This milestone event at San Diego County’s newest arena will elevate NU’s alumni network beyond a quarter million graduates SAN DIEGO, CA (May 12, 2025) — National University (NU) – a Veteran-founded nonprofit serving non-traditional, working, and military-affiliated students for more than 50 years – will hold its annual commencement ceremonies in three separate installments ...
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May 9, 2025
National University Awards $150,000 in Military Spouse Scholarships to Support Educational Advancement
NU, one of the most trusted and respected military-friendly institutions, affirms its educational commitment to the military-affiliated community by awarding scholarships to military spouses. SAN DIEGO, CA (May 9, 2025) — National University (NU) — the Veteran-founded nonprofit and one of the nation’s most trusted military-friendly institutions, today announced the awarding of $150,000 in Whisper Military Spouse Scholarships ...
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May 2, 2025
San Diego-Based University Launches New Student Support Hub Inspired by Co-Working Spaces, Designed for Online and Working Learners
National University launches “The Nest” to provide wraparound support services, work and study space, and access to child care for non-traditional, working and military learners SAN DIEGO, CA - (May 5, 2025) – National University (NU)—a nonprofit, veteran-founded institution serving over 50,000 nontraditional, working, and military students annually through its degree programs and 80,000 more ...
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May 1, 2025
National University Earns Prestigious Carnegie Classification for Commitment to Social and Economic Mobility
Recognition places NU among the top institutions in the country for advancing access, affordability, and career outcomes for non-traditional, working, and military-connected learners SAN DIEGO, CA (May 1, 2025) – National University (NU)—a nonprofit, Veteran-founded institution serving over 50,000 nontraditional, working, and military students annually through its degree programs and 80,000 more through its workforce ...
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May 1, 2025
National University President Named CEO of the Year by San Diego Business Journal
Dr. Mark D. Milliron, president and CEO of nonprofit National University highlights the importance of serving nontraditional, working, and military students, earning a distinguished public service award SAN DIEGO, CA (May 1, 2025) — National University (NU), San Diego’s largest private nonprofit university, today announced that Dr. Mark D. Milliron, president and CEO of National ...
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April 29, 2025
San Diego-Based University Tackles Teacher Shortages with Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Program
National University is the first Veteran-founded university approved to sponsor a Registered Apprenticeship Program for aspiring K-12 teachers SAN DIEGO, CA (April 30, 2025) — National University (NU)—a nonprofit, Veteran-founded institution serving over 50,000 nontraditional, working, and military students annually through its degree programs and 80,000 more through its workforce and professional programs—announced it has ...
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March 12, 2025
National University and Palomar College Renew Transfer Partnership Agreement to Advance Student Access and Success
Innovative educational leaders National University and Palomar College re-commit to expand seamless transfer pathways for students and employees SAN DIEGO, CA (March 14, 2025) — National University (NU) — a nonprofit, Veteran-founded Institution that serves more than 130,000 nontraditional, working, and military students annually through its degree and professional training programs and Palomar College (Palomar), a public two-year ...
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March 12, 2025
National University Empowers Military Job Seekers at Hiring Our Heroes Career Summit
Partnering to Support Veterans, Servicemembers, and Military Spouses at Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base San Diego, CA – March 12, 2025 – National University (NU), a Veteran-founded nonprofit institution dedicated toserving nontraditional, working, and military students, is proud to sponsor the Hiring Our Heroes Career Summit at Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base in North San ...
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February 18, 2025
National University Partners with the Association of California Community College Administrators to Advance Higher Education Leadership Opportunities
NU and ACCCA focus on creating pathways to possibility for California community college administrators and managers SAN DIEGO, CA (February 18, 2025) — National University (NU) — a nonprofit, veteran-founded institution that serves more than 130,000 learners annually through its degree and professional training programs — and the Association of California Community College Administrators (ACCCA), a nonprofit representing administrative ...
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February 13, 2025
Nationally-Recognized Higher Education Leaders Join University Board to Expand Access for Nontraditional, Working, and Military Learners
Dr. Virginia M. Fraire and Dr. Richard Rhodes to serve as trustees for National University, bringing decades of experience in higher education leadership, innovation, and advocacy SAN DIEGO, CA (February 14, 2025) — National University (NU) —a nonprofit veteran-founded institution serving more than 50,000 students annually through its degree programs and 80,000 more through its ...
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December 19, 2024
Trailblazing College of Education Awarded $3.5 Million Federal Grant to Address K-12 Teacher and School Administrator Shortage
National University’s Sanford College of Education launches a multi-year initiative designed to create a pathway to careers in teaching and school administration for teachers working in underserved communities SAN DIEGO, CA (December 19, 2024) — National University (NU), one of the largest Minority-Serving universities in the U.S. and one of the largest providers of teacher ...
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December 12, 2024
National University Executive Vice President for Community Engagement Honored with the San Diego Business Journal’s Business Woman of the Year Lifetime Achievement Award
Dr. Nancy Rohland-Heinrich recognized for the impact she has made during her four decades of visionary leadership within the San Diego community SAN DIEGO, CA (December 13, 2024) — National University (NU), one of the largest Minority Serving universities in the United States today announced that Dr. Nancy Rohland-Heinrich, National University Executive Vice President for Community ...
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November 27, 2024
National University Teams Up with Sports San Diego to Sponsor 2024 Rady Children’s Basketball Invitational
Founding Sponsor NU and Mascot Navi the Navigator Return for Tip-Off Featuring NC State, Ole Miss, Purdue and BYU SAN DIEGO, CA (November 27, 2024) – National University (NU) — a nonprofit Minority Serving Institution serving 50,000 degree-seeking students and 80,000 workforce and professional development students annually — proudly announced today that it will sponsor ...
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November 21, 2024
Innovative University President Appointed to Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities Governing Board
Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities appoints National University President Dr. Mark D. Milliron—a longtime champion for equity, student success, and emerging technology—to Governing Board SAN DIEGO, CA (November 21, 2024) – The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), an association that represents more than 500 colleges and universities committed to enhancing Hispanic higher ...
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November 18, 2024
National University Awards 2024 City of San Diego/National University Professional Development Scholarship Awards
Three City of San Diego employees receive tuition scholarships to use toward one of National University’s 190+ degree programs SAN DIEGO, CA (November 18, 2024) — National University (NU) — a nonprofit Minority Serving Institution that serves 50,000 degree-seeking students and 80,000 workforce and professional development students annually — announced today that City of San ...
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November 8, 2024
VA Awards Veteran-Founded University $500,000 to Provide Employment Services to Military-Affiliated Students and Spouses
National University awarded federal grant to provide support services such as resume assistance, interview training, and career placement to military Veterans and families SAN DIEGO, CA (November 11, 2024) — National University (NU) — a nonprofit Minority Serving Institution that serves 50,000 degree-seeking students and 80,000 workforce and professional development students annually — today announced ...
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