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- April 17, 2018
Stedman Graham Named Keynote Speaker for National University’s Northern California Commencement
San Jose, Calif. – Stedman Graham, a New York Times bestselling author and world-renowned speaker on Identity Leadership, will deliver the keynote address at the April 22nd Northern California Commencement Ceremony for National University, which is among the largest private, nonprofit universities in California. Stedman Graham, a New York Times bestselling author and world-renowned speaker ...
- February 20, 2018
World-Renowned Economist Raj Chetty, Ph.D. Joins Precision Institute at National University Distinguished Speaker Series in Partnership with San Diego Workforce Partnership and San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation
Dr. Chetty, a professor of economics at Stanford University, will deliver a special lecture on Feb. 27 to more than 300 community leaders regarding economic mobility in San Diego San Diego, CA – National University is partnering with the San Diego Workforce Partnership and the San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation (EDC) to launch a ...
- February 6, 2018
Harmony Program Achieves National SELect Designation From CASEL for its Quality Social Emotional Learning Program
The Collaborative to Advance Social and Emotional Learning (CASEL) is the nation’s top evaluator of SEL evidence-based programs; Harmony is reaching more than 1 million students through a university network led by the private, nonprofit National University System LA JOLLA, Calif. – The Harmony program, which is reaching more than 1 million PreK-6 students through ...
- February 1, 2018
Innovative Approaches to Lifelong Learning
President Andrews at the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. Every day, I’m reminded of the importance of education in our society. National University’s founding mission, to serve the unique needs of lifelong learners, inspires me to explore new pathways and solutions that make a big impact in the lives of students, their families, and in ...
- January 30, 2018
National University Launches the Institute for Leadership Synergy to Boost Organizational Effectiveness through Enhanced Gender Equality in the Workplace
The private, non-profit National University is collaborating with Institute co-founder and leadership expert Will Marré to offer individuals, businesses and organizations evidence-based principles to advance workforce equity and company performance La Jolla, Calif. – To address the need for greater gender equality in organizational leadership roles, National University, which was founded on the principle of serving ...
- December 1, 2017
Celebrating a Year of Innovation and Achievement
President Andrews and SHHS Dean Gloria McNeal at a special ceremony for graduate Francis Oladipo, who serves with the U.S. Navy. As 2017 draws to a close, I want to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season. As I think back on all we have accomplished in the past year, I want to express ...
- December 1, 2017
2017 Highlights from the National University System
As we wrap up the year, I want to take this opportunity to wish everyone in the National University System happy holidays. I also want to thank our team of more than 5,000 NUS faculty and staff who work tirelessly to bring quality education to more than 40,000 students. The dedication of our Board of ...
- November 27, 2017
National University Ranked Among Top Twenty Universities Nationwide Serving Primary Adult Learners
2017 Washington Monthly offers the only such comprehensive ranking assessment of institutions serving the adult learner population La Jolla, Calif. – The private, nonprofit National University is among the top colleges and universities in the United States for adult learners, according to an exhaustive new report by Washington Monthly, a nonprofit magazine that is known ...
- November 15, 2017
Dr. Ilkay Altintas, Chief Data Scientist of the San Diego Supercomputer Center (SDSC) at UC San Diego, Named Guest Speaker for the Nov. 30 Precision Institute at National University Distinguished Speakers Series
Nov. 30 presentation on San Diego, Calif., Nov. 15, 2017 – Dr. Ilkay Altintas, Chief Data Scientist of the San Diego Supercomputer Center (SDSC) at UC San Diego, will present Nov. 30 on the topic of “Creating a Data Science Ecosystem for Scientific, Societal and Educational Impact,” as part of the Precision Institute at National ...
- November 8, 2017
The School of Health and Human Services at National University Achieves Planetree Silver Recognition
As the first academic institution in the world to receive Planetree Recognition, National University is positioned to train a new generation of healthcare providers in person-centered healthcare principles Dr. Gloria McNeal, Dean of the School of Health and Human Services (center) at National University, accepted the Planetree Silver Recognition on behalf of the School during ...
- November 8, 2017
San Diego Police Department Dispatcher Danielle Schule Earns City of San Diego/National University Professional Development Scholarship
San Diego Police Department Dispatcher Danielle Schule (center) earned the 2017 City of San Diego/National University Professional Development Scholarship. Finalists included Jonathan Ferreras of the San Diego City Attorney’s Office (left), and firefighter Phillip Haughey (not pictured). San Diego, Calif. – San Diego Police Department Dispatch Supervisor Danielle Schule, who in her capacity has worked ...
- November 1, 2017
Transforming Lives through Education and Community Service
NU and HACU introduce STEM career paths to middle and high school students. I am so proud to work in higher education at a university that makes a positive impact in so many lives. Recently, National University was selected by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) to host 700 middle and high school ...
- October 23, 2017
National University Alumnus Brent Reel (BSN, 2016) Shares Lessons Learned From Hurricane Harvey Eight Tips for Volunteering as a Disaster Relief Nurse
National University alumnus Brent Reel (BSN, 2016) volunteered as a disaster relief nurse during 2017’s Hurricane Harvey. When National University alumnus Brent Reel saw the magnitude of Hurricane Harvey—the wettest tropical cyclone in U.S. history, dumping more than 40 inches of rain on eastern Texas—he knew he had to help. Reel (BSN, 2016), a senior ...
- October 20, 2017
National University to Host Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) Youth Leadership Development Forum STEM Day in San Diego
Over 600 middle and high school students from San Diego and neighboring counties will participate in an interactive day of exploration and discovery in STEM career paths San Diego, Calif. – National University, a member of Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), was selected to be the site of this year’s Youth Leadership Development ...
- October 11, 2017
National University Faculty to Present at International Conference on Patient-Centered Care in Baltimore, Maryland
University’s School of Health and Human Services is first academic institution to pursue recognition through Planetree Designation Program San Diego, Calif. – The Dean of National University’s School of Health and Human Services, Dr. Gloria McNeal, will lead a presentation at an international conference this month on the topic of how academic institutions can better ...
- September 28, 2017
National University Celebrates National Cyber Security Awareness Month
San Diego, Calif. – National University is proud to participate in Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM), a nationwide effort during the month of October that is promoted by the Department of Homeland Security to highlight the importance of cybersecurity in our communities and provide tools and resources to stay safe online. Technology continues to evolve ...
- September 14, 2017
Dr. James Stigler, a Leading Authority in Teaching and Learning Methodologies, Named Fellow of the Precision Institute at National University
Dr. Stigler, a professor of developmental and cognitive psychology at UCLA, will be a featured guest speaker Sept. 27 at National University’s San Diego headquarters; as a fellow, he will contribute to personalized learning research being done through the Precision Institute at National University. San Diego, Calif. – Dr. James Stigler, who is widely recognized ...
- September 1, 2017
Innovative Educational Opportunities for Adult Learners
President Andrews congratulates recipients of the 2017 Presidents Players Awards. National University’s focus on serving adult learners and a diverse student population is what drives our dedication to continue innovating in the higher education space. We believe strongly in supporting the goals and dreams of lifelong learners, and as the founding institution of the National ...