National University and San Diego Padres Honor Military Scholarship Recipients at Petco Park

National University’s Military Appreciation Day recognizes accomplishments of military student’s who represent about a quarter of the University’s population; Students to be honored at July 17 game vs. San Francisco Giants San Diego, Calif. – In recognition of the contributions and sacrifices made by our military community, National University and the San Diego Padres will …

National University to Co-Host Second Annual Better Together: California Teachers Summit

San Diego Teachers to Participate in Free Statewide Day of Learning and Networking, Celebrating the Teaching Profession, and Equipping Teachers with Tools to Better Implement the New California Standards San Diego, CA — National University’s Sanford College of Education, which recommends more teachers for credentials than any other university in California, will co-host the second …

Dedication to Student Success – July 2016

I am honored to be a part of National University, which is committed to lifelong learning and helping students achieve their education goals. The dedication of our students inspires me to continue to find innovative ways to ensure their academic success. Dr. Andrews with Padres great – Randy Jones. I’d like to congratulate Dr. Gangaram …

Military Appreciation Month – July 2016

This month, we celebrated Independence Day and I was honored to meet with Veteran organizations in Washington, D.C. to discuss the importance of providing high-quality education to members of the U.S. Armed Forces and Veterans. RADM Rich with 2016 National University Military Scholarship recipients. Spending time in our nation’s capital with Veterans, who are working …

National University and Leadership Expert, Stedman Graham, Support Military Children Education Efforts at National Conference

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Stedman Graham—professor at National University, New York Times bestselling author, and widely regarded speaker in the topic of leadership principles—was the keynote speaker at the Military Child Education Coalition conference on June 27 in Washington DC. He was joined by National University’s Military and VA Programs team, which hosted a booth at …

National University Partners with Scripps Health Group to Expand Student Internship Opportunities

San Diego, Calif. – June 28, 2016 – National University, one of the largest private, nonprofit universities in California, is combining forces with a Scripps Health-affiliated physicians group to make it easier for students studying healthcare administration and public health to land internships from among hundreds of local physician groups. National University and Scripps Mercy …

2016 – National University Nursing Student Emily Stone Commencement

Cancer diagnosis did not stop her from completing classes and academic milestones with the support of National University faculty Emily Stone was just months away from completing her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at National University, looking forward to helping others, when she found the tables drastically turned. She was no longer just a …

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 …