National University and Teach For America Form Partnership to Train Teachers and Leaders in San Diego

Alternative pathway provides diverse STEM teachers as schools face shortage; Partnership also represents strengthened effort to prepare inspiring teachers SAN DIEGO, June 3, 2016 – As teacher shortages continue to be a topic of concern nationwide, Teach For America-San Diego and National University are launching a new partnership to prepare teachers and leaders in San Diego. …

National University Partners with CETYS to Meet Needs of Border Workforce

The cross-border education initiative includes plans to launch certificate programs in coordination with Centro de Enseñanza Técnica y Superior (CETYS) University. Tijuana, MEXICO – June 2, 2016 – National University, a private, nonprofit university that is a leader in adult education, is partnering with one of the top universities in Mexico, Centro de Enseñanza Técnica …

Creating Opportunities for Student Success – June 2016

On June 11, I participated in my first Southern Commencement Ceremony at National University! It was such a special day to celebrate the accomplishments of our students with their loved ones at the University’s inaugural commencement ceremony held at San Diego’s Petco Park. What a privilege to congratulate each student as they crossed the stage. …

Creating Opportunities for Our Students is Exciting

Graduation is always an exciting time for our students and for the University. However, there was additional excitement around this year’s commencement, as it was our first ceremony at Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres and the 2016 Major League Baseball All Star Game! Our students work so hard overcoming challenges and making …

Wes Moore Keynote Speaker at National University SoCal Commencement

National figure will share his inspiring story of overcoming challenges to succeed in life to an audience of about 20,000 at San Diego’s Petco Park San Diego, Calif. – May 25, 2016 –  National University’s Southern California Commencement Ceremony June 11 will feature keynote speaker Wes Moore, a best-selling author, Rhodes Scholar, U.S. Army Veteran, …

National University Opens Virtual Healthcare Clinic in Los Angeles

Los Angeles, Calif. – May 21, 2016 – National University, a private, nonprofit university based in California, announces the launch of an innovative health clinic that uses the latest telehealth technologies to bring comprehensive medical care to residents of the Los Angeles neighborhood of Watts. Among the first of its kind, the clinic has been …

National University, San Diego Padres Honor Local Teachers

Event Celebrates Exceptional Teaching Through Recognition of all San Diego County District Teachers of the Year, including 13 National University Alumni San Diego, Calif. – May 4, 2016 – In recognition of the region’s exceptional PreK-12 teachers, National University joins the San Diego Padres in honoring San Diego County teachers as the presenting partner of …

An Eventful Month for The National University Community – May 2016

President Andrews congratulates NU graduates as they receive their diplomas at the commencement ceremony in the Sacramento Convention Center on May 1, 2016. May has been a very exciting month. I participated in my first commencement ceremony at National University and I have been able to meet with more of our NU community as I …

An Inspirational Commencement in Sacramento – May 2016

This year, we are making our commencement celebrations truly spectacular as we mark our 45th year and recognize the amazing accomplishments of our graduates with celebrations in Sacramento and San Diego! Dr. Michael R. Cunningham, Chancellor of the National University System, runs in Capitol Park with marathon legend Meb Keflezighi and members of our National …

2016 – Meb Keflezighi Named Keynote Speaker

Sacramento, Calif. – April 19, 2016 – Boston and New York Marathon winner Meb Keflezighi – who most recently made history for becoming the oldest U.S. Olympic team runner when he competes at the Rio de Janeiro games this summer – has been named the keynote speaker at the May 1 Northern California Commencement Ceremony …

2016 – College of Letters and Sciences Recognizes Faculty Book Authors

The College of Letters and Sciences at National University recently hosted the Third Annual Book Author’s Dinner at the Museum of Photographic Art in San Diego to honor the College’s faculty who published books over the past year. The event was hosted by Dr. Carol Richardson, Dean of the College of Letters and Sciences, and …

San Diego City Attorney Candidate Forum To Be Held at National University

In advance of upcoming citywide elections, the National University School of Professional Studies is hosting a San Diego City Attorney Candidate Forum at the University’s Sanford Education Center in La Jolla. The forum, which is free and open to the public, features four candidates vying for the city attorney spot, and it will take place …

Oprah Winfrey Inspires National University Students

National University hosted global media leader Oprah Winfrey for an inspiring and exclusive special lecture for students and the University community. Ms. Winfrey spoke about the value of leading a purpose-filled life, and answered students’ questions about the power of education to transform lives. As part of the presentation, Ms. Winfrey also participated in a …

A Message from Dr. David Andrews – April 2016

Dr. Michael R. Cunningham, Chancellor of the National University System with National University’s new president, Dr. David W. Andrews on April 5, 2016. Photo courtesy of Ken Jacques. Hello, National University! Thank you for the kind welcome that I have received thus far. I am honored to assume the leadership of National University during this …

An Historic Month for Our National University Community – April 2016

Chancellor Michael R. Cunningham and Ms. Oprah Winfrey conducting a Q&A with National University students following Ms. Winfrey’s lecture: Live Your Best Life on April 7, 2016 in the Sanford Education Center, La Jolla, CA. Photo courtesy of Ken Jacques. Building and strengthening our National University community has been a top priority for me, and …

University Business Magazine Honors National University

University recognized for developing an innovative approach to improving academic outcomes among its military students, now being expanded to undergraduate population SAN DIEGO, CALIF. (March 31, 2016)– National University, the second-largest private nonprofit university in California, is one of eight colleges and universities nationwide being honored by University Business magazine in its Spring 2016 Models …

Dr. Saul E. Lankster II Earns Congressional Gold Medal

National University Associate Faculty Member is Recognized for His Role in the Civil Rights Movement National University Associate Faculty Member Dr. Saul E. Lankster II helped change American history. Now the Army Veteran who was arrested as a ‘foot soldier’ in the historic civil rights marches that gripped the nation more than a half century …

Security On Demand Partners with National University

SAN DIEGO, CA, March 22, 2016 – Security On-Demand, a leading provider of next generation managed security services announces the launch of the Cybersecurity Internship Program in partnership with National University, the second-largest private nonprofit university in California. The program is designed to offer mentorship opportunities with senior security experts and to cultivate careers for …