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- October 23, 2018
The Teacher Shortage: The National University Solution
Teachers are among the most highly respected professionals in the U.S. In Gallup’s most recent poll of Americans’ ratings of the honesty and ethical standards of different professions, grade school teachers came in third among the most trusted, ranking behind only nurses and military officers. Among respondents, 66 percent rated the honesty and ethics of ...
- October 23, 2018
Universities in Southern California: Online Degrees at National University
Need a flexible way to take your career to the next level? It’s time to start thinking about online degrees. Among universities in Southern California, La Jolla-based National University is consistently ranked in the top five online colleges. Given the increasing demand for online education, National University has been at the forefront for 20 years, ...
- October 23, 2018
Tips For Using FAFSA For Graduate School
Congratulations! You’ve worked hard to earn your bachelor’s degree and are now considering your next move. Graduate school is the next logical step in your career path, but since you might have already incurred some debt paying for your undergraduate tuition, you’re trying to figure out how you can finance your goals and dreams. Is ...
- October 23, 2018
What Can You Do With Pre-Law Degree
When you imagine your professional future, what do you see? Do you picture advocating for clients in court, counseling others on their rights, or supporting our country’s legal system? Or maybe you envision diving into research, finding compromises during conflict, and honing your communication skills so you earn the professional respect of those around you. ...
- October 23, 2018
What Can You Do with a Bachelor’s in Sociology?
Why do people do what they do? How do group dynamics work — and why do they sometimes fail? What role does gender play in employment opportunities, salaries, and leadership? These are only a few of the many questions professionals in the field of sociology think about and seek to answer. Sociology is a broad ...
- October 23, 2018
What Can You Do With A Bachelor’s In English
There is an old cliche that what you do with a bachelor’s degree in English is think deep thoughts about the symbolic importance of the burgers you’re flipping for minimum wage. Like most cliches, this one is best avoided. What can you can do with an English degree may not be the right question. It’s ...
- October 23, 2018
What Is A Bachelor Of Arts Degree (BA)
A bachelor’s degree is an undergraduate college degree that can open doors for your career, deepen your knowledge in an area of study, such as psychology, business, and many other fields, or be a stepping stone to furthering your education in a graduate school program. You’ve probably already noticed that you need a four-year BA, ...
- October 23, 2018
What Is A General Studies Degree
What if you don’t have an absolute answer to the age-old, often-asked question, “What do you want to do with your life?” Or what if you start down one path and want to shift directions after a few years based on new personal or professional interests? College is a large investment of time and money ...
- October 23, 2018
What Can I Do With a Degree in Economics?
When you see the term “economist” you may think of someone spending all day in an office with their nose buried in charts and statistics. Delving into numbers, making graphs, and analyzing data is a big part of an economist’s day, but so is researching hot-button issues, conducting surveys, forecasting trends, advising business and government ...
- October 23, 2018
What is an MFA Program? Mastering the Creative
In “The Program Era: Postwar Fiction and the Rise of Creative Writing,” Dr. Mark McGurl, calls the MFA the single biggest influence on American literature since World War II. Many serious writers arrive at their careers via the MFA. You may have heard about this degree, and you know it has to do with creativity ...
- September 28, 2018
San Diego Teacher Receives Inaugural Sanford Teacher Award
Karem is one of five PreK-12 teachers who are being recognized as part of the launch of a national competition to recognize inspiring teachers from each state The interview and press release photo includes: Dr. Michael R. Cunningham, Chancellor of the National University System; Angela Karem, a transitional kindergarten teacher at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School ...
- September 26, 2018
Texas Teacher Receives Inaugural Sanford Teacher Award
Kline is one of five PreK-12 teachers who are being recognized as part of the launch of a national competition to recognize inspiring teachers from each state Dallas, TX – In recognition of teachers who inspire students to achieve their greatest potential, National University System has launched the first annual Sanford Teacher Award, a half-million ...
- September 12, 2018
Search For Nations 50 Top Inspiring Teachers
One PreK-12 teacher in each state will be recognized for creating inspirational and harmonious classrooms that advance student development and achievement Chancellor Cunningham visits Jaime Escalante Early Education Center to honor first Sanford Teacher Award inaugural recipient Rafaela Campos, joined by school principal Lisseett Hernandez and LAUSD officials. San Diego, CA – In recognition of ...
- September 5, 2018
Research Project Secures National Science Foundation Grant
Award of $250,000 aimed at encouraging undergraduate students to pursue STEM fields through participation in research projects National University STEM students and faculty collaborate with Scripps Institute of Oceanography to conduct on-site research San Diego, CA – A team of researchers led by two National University professors has secured a National Science Foundation grant to ...
- May 11, 2018
Peter Seidler to Deliver Keynote Address at National University Southern California Commencement
Padres General Partner to speak at Petco Park at the May 19 ceremony San Diego, CA – Peter Seidler, General Partner of the San Diego Padres, will be the keynote speaker at the May 19 Southern California Commencement of National University. Seidler, a leader in the San Diego community whose philanthropic efforts focus on helping ...
- May 8, 2018
National University Scholarship Program Launched to Honor the Nation’s Diverse Student Population and Adult Learners
The National University Scholars Program covers tuition and expenses for 100 qualified students who demonstrate leadership and academic success; Now available to community college transfer students, the program offers global study opportunities and leadership training San Diego, Calif. –With adult learners becoming a significant part of the nation’s higher education population, National University is pleased ...
- May 8, 2018
National University and San Diego Padres Honor Local Teachers at Teacher Appreciation Night
May 11 event celebrates exceptional teaching by recognizing San Diego County District Teachers of the Year, including 18 National University Alumni San Diego, Calif. – In recognition of exceptional PreK-12 teachers, National University joins the San Diego Padres in honoring San Diego County teachers as the presenting partner of the Padres’ Annual Teacher Appreciation Night ...
- April 26, 2018
National University Hosts Inaugural Graduation Celebration in Nevada
National University will recognize students at a special Nevada Graduation Celebration on Sunday, April 29, 2018. The private, nonprofit university, which holds commencement ceremonies in Northern and Southern California each year, is thrilled to kick off its inaugural Nevada ceremony that recognizes a diverse student population and includes students completing their degree programs online and ...