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September 29, 2016
The National University System Launches New Innovation Grant Program
San Diego, Calif. — The National University System has launched an exciting new Innovation Grant Program that encourages faculty and staff to develop innovative strategies and approaches to support the exceptional student experience and student success. Following a rigorous evaluation process, 23 proposals were awarded Innovation Grants to develop projects this academic year, and the ...
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September 27, 2016
National University Alumnus Honored at 2016 Presidential Environmental Education Ceremony
Calif. —Jeff Rivero, an alumnus of National University’s Sanford College of Education, recently traveled to the White House to accept the Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators. Each year the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) presents this national award to teachers who integrate innovative environmental curriculum into their classrooms. Jeff Rivero, left, with Bernell Hirning Jeff Rivero, ...
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September 27, 2016
National University System Showcases Robotics and Human-Powered Vehicle at Maker Faire San Diego, Oct. 1-2
Local high school and college students collaborate on science and engineering projects; Public invited to build and race robots on specially-designed racetrack San Diego, Calif. — Robots, racetracks, and a modified human-powered vehicle, developed by students who are part of the National University System, will be among the featured projects at the Maker Faire San ...
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September 26, 2016
National University Nurse-Managed Clinic in Watts, Los Angeles Collaborates with Telehealth Companies to Expand Access to Virtual Health Care Services
Health Net Connect and iAssay provide equipment and technology as part of project’s mission to improve health care access for residents Los Angeles, Calif. — Virtual health care technology providers Health Net Connect and iAssay are collaborating with National University’s Nurse-Managed Clinic in Watts, Los Angeles to support the clinic’s mission to improve  health care ...
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September 26, 2016
National University's Sanford College of Education Congratulates Alumni Recipients of County Teachers of the Year 2016-2017
Honorees to date include three of five finalists in San Diego County and four of 16 finalists in Los Angeles County San Diego, Calif. — National University congratulates alumni who are being honored as a 2016-2017 Teacher of the Year in school districts throughout California and around the country. As of the end of September, ...
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September 14, 2016
Andy Lerum Earns Scholarship in Recognition of his Dedication to Boosting Technology in the Workplace
San Diego Mayor Kevin L. Faulconer and National University President Dr. David W. Andrews Honor Lt. Lerum at Council Chambers; National University is the City of San Diego’s Preferred Employee Education Program Partner San Diego, Calif. – City of San Diego Fire-Rescue Dept. Lt., Andy Lerum, who has been at the forefront of bringing the ...
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August 18, 2016
Randy Frisch is Named President of City University of Seattle
Seattle, Washington – The National University System announced today that its affiliate, City University of Seattle (CityU), a nonprofit leader in serving adult learners and providing an array of global study programs, has appointed Randy Frisch as President, effective Oct. 1. President Frisch has extensive experience as a leader in the private and nonprofit sectors, ...
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July 26, 2016
National University Faculty Standout Exhibits Academic Excellence with a New Film
Dr. Sara Kelly’s documentary: Model Citizens is a behind-the-scenes look at one of the world’s most cherished and secretive pastimes Sara Kelly, Ed.D, Associate Professor in the School of Professional Studies at National University, embarked on a journey to create her documentary: Model Citizens, a project that took her deep into the world of model ...
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July 20, 2016
NU Faculty Member Was Pioneer in Linking Comic-Con to Student Literacy
San Diego, Calif. – The annual Comic-Con International event comes to San Diego on Wednesday, July 20. The four-day convention attracts more than 130,000 visitors, filling the San Diego Convention Center to capacity and generating what Forbes.com has estimated as close to $200 million for the local economy. Legions of fans will flood downtown in ...
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July 15, 2016
2016 National University Military Scholarship Recipients
San Diego, Calif. – National University and the San Diego Padres honor National University Military Scholarship winners annually during a special pre-game event. This year’s Military Appreciation Day event is slated for the Sunday, July 17 ballgame against the San Francisco Giants at Petco Park. The National University Military Scholarship Program recognizes National University students ...
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July 15, 2016
Dr. Gangaram Singh Named Provost of National University
San Diego, Calif. – Dr. Gangaram Singh, an award-winning educator and administrator with a background in leading strategic growth initiatives, has been named Provost at National University. Dr. Singh, who joined National University in 2014 as Associate Provost, had been serving as Interim Provost for the past year. He became Provost effective July 1, serving ...
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July 15, 2016
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 ...
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July 13, 2016
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 ...
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July 1, 2016
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 ...
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June 28, 2016
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 ...
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June 6, 2016
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 ...
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June 3, 2016
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. ...
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June 2, 2016
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 ...
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