Wouldn’t it be great if tuning into your favorite playlist helped you to knock out that algebra problem or memorize all those dates for your American history exam? Unfortunately, tuning into Spotify isn’t quite that powerful. But research does show that music produces several positive effects on your body, including reducing stress, easing test anxiety, …

The institutions — both part of the National University System — are addressing a region-wide need for more special education and elementary and secondary teachers Pleasant Hill, Calif. – To help meet a need to prepare qualified teachers for unfilled teaching positions in Contra Costa County, the National University Sanford College of Education will expand …

The National University Nurse-Managed Clinic opens two new sites at Salvation Army locations in Compton and Inglewood; the sites offer telehealth technologies and community-based approaches to addressing health needs in underserved communities LOS ANGELES, CALIF. – National University, a private, nonprofit university based in California, and The Salvation Army sites in Compton and Inglewood are …

U.S. News & World Report has ranked the private, nonprofit National University’s online Master of Criminal Justice among the Best Online Graduate Criminal Justice Programs in the nation. National University’s program was ranked #15 nationwide based on a rigorous assessment of dozens of schools in five categories of student engagement; faculty credentials and training; admissions …

March is Women’s History Month, and on March 8 we specifically celebrate International Women’s Day. This year’s theme, Be Bold for Change, calls to mind one of National University’s international students who continues to persevere toward achieving her educational goals. Jayshree Patel grew up in Gujarat, India as the only girl in a large, close-knit …

Students presenting their project to faculty judges at the 2017 Student Scholarship Conference March 12 marks daylight saving time, when we adjust the clocks to “spring forward.” As we move ahead an hour and embrace more hours of daylight, this is also a time to look forward to upcoming events such as commencement, which is …

The 2020 Vision for the National University System (NUS) is, “to be an educational system whose graduates are transformed and positively contribute to society.” Transforming our students means reimaging education and empowering our shared community of universities. One of the ways we aim to fulfill this vision is by investing in the cultivation of innovation …

Occasionally, students at National University gain more than a degree. Sometimes, as an added bonus, they also find romance and love in the classroom. Robert and Cindy Hipwell, both graduates of the University’s School of Business and Management, are one such lucky couple. Robert earned his associate’s degree, a Bachelor of Business Administration and a …

President Andrews congratulates graduates at the 2016 southern commencement ceremony. At National University, we believe that access to education is a fundamental right and we strive to support all students in achieving their educational goals. We are so fortunate and honored to have a University community that represents the great diversity of our nation, and …

The social emotional learning program is being introduced nationally by National University and is now in more than 20 states, including Pre-K through fifth-grade classrooms in Clark County School District Clark County, Nev. – The Sanford Harmony program, a research-based social emotional learning program, has reached a significant milestone with district-wide implementation taking place in …

2016 award granted by San Diego Business Journal to honor leaders in their profession and the community Dr. Gloria McNeal, Dean of the School of Health and Human Services at National University, has been honored by the San Diego Business Journal with its 2016 Women Who Mean Business Award spotlighting leaders who are breaking new …

Monica Wilson, Ph.D., an assistant professor of psychology with the National University College of Letters and Sciences, has been presented with an award of recognition by the California State Assembly in honor of her work as an advocate for mental health services, which includes extensive involvement in the San Bernardino area. As part of the …

Addressing a growing need to help small businesses and nonprofits better secure their data, National University is expanding a program that pairs student teams from its Master of Science in Cyber Security (MSCSIA) with organizations that may not have the resources to undergo a typical cybersecurity audit. The unique community service project fulfills a program …

Students with National University’s School of Engineering and Computing are doing their part For the Greater by working with a local nonprofit to help close the digital divide in San Diego County. Through the collaboration with Computers 2 San Diego Kids (C2SDK), students earning their Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Management (BSITM) help refurbish …

Students from National University’s BSN program made a strong showing at the CNSA convention in Visalia National University nursing students and faculty received a wide array of recognitions and accolades at the annual convention of the California Nursing Student Association this fall in Visalia. The awards reflect the dedication to excellence and community service that …

President Andrews congratulating graduates at 2016 Southern Commencement at Petco Park This is notably one of the busiest times of the year when we are balancing work and school with a variety of seasonal commitments. Yet, it is important for us to take a moment to reflect on this year’s accomplishments and acknowledge all who …

Chancellor Cunningham and NU grads celebrate on field at Petco Park. One of my favorite quotes is attributed to Abraham Lincoln and Peter Drucker, “the best way to predict the future is to create it.” I’ve shared these words with graduates during commencement, with faculty and staff members during meetings, and once again it rings …

San Diego, Calif. — Longtime educational leader, Dr. Jamie Manburg, has been appointed director of Sanford Inspire at National University, a PK-12 education initiative that empowers educators around the country to create inspiring classroom experiences. National University, which has one of the top 10 largest schools of education in the country, is leading the national …