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June 17, 2019
Congressman Scott Peters to Deliver Keynote Address at National University Southern California Commencement
Accomplished member of the United States House of Representatives to speak at the June 30 graduation ceremony at the San Diego Convention Center San Diego, CA—June 17, 2019—Today, National University, which is among the largest accredited private, nonprofit universities in California, announced Congressman Scott Peters (CA-52) will deliver the 47th keynote address at the Southern ...
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June 5, 2019
TEDxKidsChulaVista Event Celebrates Sanford Harmony Principles
Each year, the Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD) hosts a district-wide speech competition aimed at fine-tuning their students’ public speaking skills and giving them the opportunity to share their personal life experiences in a public forum—and for the past two years, that public forum has been the TEDxKidsChulaVista stage. This year, more than 12,000 ...
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May 15, 2019
National University and San Diego Padres Honor Local Teachers at Educator Appreciation Night
May 17 event celebrates exceptional teaching by recognizing San Diego County District Teachers of the Year, including 13 National University Alumni
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May 14, 2019
Dr. Glenn Sewell and Cassie Chavez Named Keynote Speakers for National University’s Northern California Commencement on May 19
San Jose, Calif. – May 14, 2019 – National University’s Dr. Glenn Sewell, assistant professor in the Sanford College of Education, and National University Scholar Cassie Chavez will deliver keynote addresses at the May 19 Northern California Commencement Ceremony for National University, which is among the largest private, nonprofit universities in California. Dr. Sewell is ...
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May 13, 2019
Saturday, May 11: National University Hosts 150 Girl Scouts for Mother’s Day STEM Workshop
National University’s second Science Saturday event with the Girl Scouts — “Engineer Your Mom a Gift” — supports emphasis on introducing more girls to science, technology, engineering and math
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April 24, 2019
National University Launches Teacher Pathway Inclusion Program to Address a Nationwide Demand for Educators of Diverse Backgrounds to Serve High-Need Areas
Starting in San Diego, National University’s Sanford College of Education is collaborating with Gompers Preparatory Academy, San Diego Unified School District, and the San Diego Community College District to strengthen educator degree pathways; Funding provided by Stephen Cushman of the Cushman Foundation and Peter Ellsworth of the Legler Benbough Foundation SAN DIEGO, CA—April 24, 2019—The ...
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February 12, 2019
Former San Diego Police Chief Shelley Zimmerman Joins National University
San Diego, CA – February 12, 2019 – Former San Diego Police Chief Shelley Zimmerman, a 35-year law enforcement Veteran, has been named a Chancellor appointee serving in the capacity of a public safety and leadership consultant for the private, nonprofit National University. In her new role, Zimmerman will guest lecture on leadership topics, collaborate ...
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January 22, 2019
National University Launches Its First Doctoral Degree Program Cohort with the Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice
National University’s School of Health and Human Services, Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice program meets the urgent demand for anesthesia professionals nationwide
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January 9, 2019
National University Offers Accelerated Pathway for Public Safety Employees to Earn a College Degree
New credit policy makes earning a degree and career advancement opportunities more accessible and affordable by articulating workforce training into a variety of degree credit; National University is also offering 25 percent tuition scholarship for public safety agencies nationwide...
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October 10, 2018
National University Named a Sharp HealthCare Preferred Higher Education Partner
Partnership includes scholarship opportunities for employees of Sharp HealthCare, San Diego’s largest and most comprehensive health care system, and expanded externship and hiring opportunities for National University graduates San Diego, Calif. – The private, nonprofit National University and Sharp HealthCare have announced a new scholarship program for Sharp HealthCare employees that will expand their community ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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