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August 24, 2022
National University Appoints Meg O’Grady to Lead Military Affairs
O’Grady further strengthens NU’s 50-year history as a leading nonprofit educator to the global U.S. military community SAN DIEGO, CA (AUGUST 24, 2022) — National University, the Veteran-founded nonprofit university that serves more than 30,000 working adult learners, educators, and members of the military community, has tapped Meg O’Grady – a foremost expert leading outreach programs engaging ...
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August 11, 2022
National University Recognizes 2022 City of San Diego/National University Professional Development Scholarship Award Winners
San Diego, CA (August 11, 2022) – National University (NU) has the distinct pleasure of recognizing the following employees of the City of San Diego; Sarema Valenzuela, Joseph Coratti, and David Martinez as recipients of the 2022 City of San Diego/ National University Professional Development Scholarship. This award celebrates the extraordinary achievements hard work and ...
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August 11, 2022
National University Taps Dr. Mark David Milliron as its Next Leader
Veteran-founded, nonprofit higher-education innovator appoints national leader in student success, emerging technology, and education equity as its next president and CEO. San Diego, CA – August 11, 2022 — After an extensive national search, the board of National University (NU) has selected Dr. Mark David Milliron to serve as its next president and CEO, beginning ...
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August 9, 2022
National University System Chancellor Dr. Michael R. Cunningham Announces Retirement
After a decade of service, Chancellor Cunningham, who also serves as interim president of National University, will retire at the conclusion of the 2022-2023 academic year. San Diego, CA – August 9, 2022 – Dr. Michael R. Cunningham, who has served as both chancellor of National University System (NUS) and president of National University (NU) ...
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August 9, 2022
National University Appoints Digital Transformation Innovator Alexander Chimon as Chief Digital Officer
Chimon bolsters NU’s focus on operational excellence in the online space. SAN DIEGO, CA (August 9, 2022) — National University, a Veteran-founded nonprofit university that serves more than 30,000 working adult learners, educators, and members of the military community, today announced the hire of Chief Digital Officer Alexander Chimon. During more than 25 years in digital and ...
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August 3, 2022
National University's Artificial Intelligence Program to Commence Summer 2022
National Science Foundation’s $20 million grant, in partnership with other prominent colleges, funds the new specialization for Master of Science, Data Science in Artificial Intelligence & Optimization San Diego, CA – August 3, 2022 – National University, as part of a National Science Foundation (NSF) sponsored initiative, launches a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) specialization for ...
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July 26, 2022
National University Launches “Supporting the Whole You” Brand Campaign to Enhance Student Outcomes
National University’s first-ever nationwide campaign highlights holistic approach to student well-being. SAN DIEGO (JULY 25, 2022) — National University, a Veteran-founded nonprofit university that serves more than 30,000 working adult learners, educators, and members of the military community, announced the launch of its nationwide campaign. The student-centric, “whole human education” approach is part of a ...
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July 25, 2022
National University Receives $4 Million Grant from Health Resources and Services Administration
National University Nurse Managed Clinic awarded HRSA grant to expand mobile health delivery to underserved communities. San Diego, CA – July 25, 2022 – National University, a nonprofit university dedicated to serving adult learners, has been awarded a 4-year $4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Health Resources and ...
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July 18, 2022
National University Announces Merger with Northcentral University
Through merger with Northcentral University, National University will grow to serve more than 45,000 learners; significantly expand masters and doctoral programs SAN DIEGO (JULY 18, 2022) — National University, a Veteran-founded nonprofit university that serves approximately 30,000 working adult learners, online students, educators, and members of the military community, today announced plans to merge with ...
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June 10, 2022
Veteran-Founded University and Community College Join Forces to Boost Military Learner Success
National University and Palomar College announce new military transfer pathway that will accelerate time-to-degree completion by recognizing military-earned skills and credentials LA JOLLA, CALIF. (June 9, 2022) – National University, a Veteran-founded nonprofit university that serves more than 30,000 working adult learners, educators, and members of the military community, today announced the launch of a ...
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May 10, 2022
Meb Keflezighi to Deliver Keynote Address at National University Commencement
Phenomenal distance runner with inspirational story of perseverance to speak at May 13 Petco Park ceremony San Diego, CA – May 10, 2022 – Boston and New York Marathon winner Meb Keflezighi – who competed for the United States in four separate Olympics – will deliver the keynote address at the May 13 Commencement Ceremony ...
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May 4, 2022
Quicker and Less Expensive Path to Degrees and Career Advancement for Nurses Opened Up by Partnership between National University and Palomar College
SAN DIEGO (May 4, 2022) – National University and Palomar College have partnered to create a new path for nursing students and professional nurses to more quickly earn advanced nursing degrees, save money on their education costs, and position themselves for better career opportunities after graduation. “At National University, our mission is to provide workforce-relevant ...
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May 3, 2022
National University Receives $200,000 Grant for NU Scholars Program
The Conrad Prebys Foundation funds NU scholarships for adult learners who have demonstrated perseverance in seeking their degrees while making positive contributions to the community. SAN DIEGO (May 3, 2022) – The nonprofit National University (NU), which has a 50-year track record of educating adult learners, mostly Veterans and nontraditional students, has received a $200,000 ...
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April 1, 2022
National University Partners with the Carlsbad 5000 to Raise Awareness of the Value of Achieving Personal and Academic Goals
The Carlsbad 5000, known as the “World’s Fastest 5K,” encourages participants to achieve their personal bests, just as the San Diego-based private nonprofit university supports adult learners to achieve education and career goals; 2022 Carlsbad 5000 presented by National University returns for 36th edition the weekend of May 21-22 CARLSBAD, CA ‐ April 1, 2022 ...
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March 3, 2022
Amazon Taps Adult-Serving Non-Profit National University to Help Upskill U.S. Employees
National University selected as a national education provider for Amazon’s Career Choice program, making tuition-free education available to Amazon’s 750,000 hourly employees SAN DIEGO (March 3, 2022) – National University (NU), the flagship institution of the National University System, which comprises three universities serving more than 45,000 students, has been selected by Amazon to serve ...
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March 2, 2022
Helping Student Veterans Access and Complete College Can Change the Odds for Generations
By Iyana Cones As published in Diverse: Issues in Higher Education My great-grandfather Lloyd Newton Ellis Sr. made himself into an American success story. He served his nation honorably for 30 years — through three wars — in the U.S. Navy. He started out in World War II as a stewardsman, one of the few ...
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February 15, 2022
National University Teacher Award selects Knoxville educator Melody Hawkins as nation’s top inspiring teacher
National University Teacher Award selects Knoxville educator Melody Hawkins as nation’s top inspiring teacher Hawkins will receive a $50,000 cash prize and full scholarship to get her doctorate at National University. SAN DIEGO—Feb. 15, 2022— In recognition of inspirational teaching nationwide, Melody Hawkins has been named National University’s Teacher of the Year. Ms. Hawkins, who ...
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February 9, 2022
National University’s Social and Emotional Harmony Program Partners with Special Olympics to Mentor Youth Leaders
San Diego, California – February 9, 2022 – Harmony SEL and Inspire Teaching & Learning, affiliate programs of the National University System, have partnered on an initiative to develop youth leadership with Special Olympics Incorporated (SOI). SOI is the global movement that unleashes the human spirit through the transformative power of inclusion through sport, leadership ...
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