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 …

National University and AMN Healthcare Create Unique Education Partnership

SAN DIEGO, March 8, 2016 – In the first program of its kind, an innovative partnership between leaders in healthcare workforce services and nonprofit higher education has answered the healthcare industry’s call for an increased supply of well-prepared clinical professionals. AMN Healthcare, the innovator in healthcare workforce solutions and staffing services, and National University, the …

National University Partners with Planetree

Partnership is first of its kind with an educational institution to infuse curriculum with patient-centered health care principles; Planetree’s approaches are considered the gold standard among organizations worldwide San Diego, Calif. – February 17, 2016 – Planetree, Inc., a mission-based not-for-profit organization that partners with healthcare organizations around the world, and National University, the second-largest …

Dr. Dee L. Fabry Joins National Task Force on Assessment Education

Nationwide Group of Educators to Focus on Preparing Teachers to Use Assessment More Effectively  San Diego, Calif. – Feb. 2, 2016 – Associate Professor Dr. Dee L. Fabry, co-chair of the Teacher Education Department at National University, California’s second-largest, private nonprofit university, has been named to a national task force convened to help better prepare …

New National University President

Dr. David W. Andrews, who secured top national rankings for the Johns Hopkins School of Education, will now lead California’s second largest private, nonprofit university San Diego, Calif. – Jan. 6, 2016 – National University, a leader in serving adult learners and working professionals, is pleased to announce that Dr. David W. Andrews, Dean and …

National University Golf Academy

Thank you for your interest in the National University Golf Academy. As of January 1, 2016, the Academy is no longer accepting students. Please contact a National University admissions advisor at 800-628-8648 to inquire about the following degree programs: Bachelor of Arts in Sport Psychology Master of Arts in Performance Psychology Current students pursuing their …

2015 – Nicole McNeil Receives National University Scholarship

San Diego Mayor Kevin L. Faulconer and National University President Dr. Michael R. Cunningham honor McNeil at Council Chambers; The University is the City of San Diego’s Preferred Employee Education Program Partner  San Diego, Calif. – Nov. 10, 2015 – City of San Diego employee Nicole McNeil, who has demonstrated her commitment to public service …