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January 29, 2021
New Law Enforcement Courses Train Officers on Community Policing and Organizational Wellness
National University launches new courses to help policing to improve public safety and wellness in California communities La Jolla, CA – January 29, 2021 – National University, a nonprofit university celebrating its 50-year history of serving working adult learners, educators, and veterans, today announced the launch of two new courses that will train law enforcement ...
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January 15, 2021
National University and Cuyamaca College Team Up to Support Workforce Development in one of San Diego’s High-Demand Industries
Partnership of the two San Diego County education institutions advances training and education of local water and wastewater professionals La Jolla, CA – January 15, 2020 – Cuyamaca College and National University, San Diego’s largest private, nonprofit University, announced today that they are partnering to offer degree pathways aligned with workforce needs in water and ...
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December 15, 2020
National University Launches Blockchain Initiative to Make Academic Records More Accessible to Learners and Employers
Pioneering California university will pilot free, blockchain-secured digital transcripts to position students for career and academic success LA JOLLA, CALIF. (December 15, 2020) — National University, a nonprofit institution with a 50-year history of serving veterans, educators, and working adults, announced today the launch of an ambitious new blockchain technology pilot designed to make transcripts ...
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December 4, 2020
National University Taps AI Platform to Boost Student Engagement Through Online Discussion
Pioneering California institution partners with Packback to enable faculty to create more enriching, engaging online learning experiences LA JOLLA, CALIF. (DECEMBER 2, 2020) – National University, a nonprofit institution with a 50-year history of serving veterans, educators, and working adults, today announced an ambitious initiative designed to use artificial intelligence (AI) to create more engaging, ...
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October 23, 2020
American Academy of Nursing Designates the National University Nurse Managed Clinic Project as an Edge Runner Model
Innovative Nurse-designed Model Created by Gloria J. McNeal, Arneta Finney, Patricia L. Humbles, and Angela T. Williams Selected for Recognition
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September 25, 2020
National University to Celebrate the Class of 2020 with Inaugural Virtual Commencement Ceremony
For the first time in National University’s nearly 50-year history, the University will host a virtual Commencement Ceremony to celebrate its graduating class, which includes more than 5,700 graduates. Graduates and their loved ones, as well as all members of the NU community worldwide, are invited to join the inaugural virtual Commencement ceremony, which will ...
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September 16, 2020
National University Launches Coding Bootcamp Professional Development Program With Sabio Enterprises, Inc.
The Sabio-National University Coding Bootcamp prepares graduates for high-paying technology jobs in as few as 24 weeks San Diego, CA; September 16, 2020 — National University (NU) has launched an innovative and exciting partnership with Sabio Enterprises, Inc. to form a coding bootcamp. This venture will enable career-minded individuals to secure both a world-class technical ...
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August 12, 2020
National University Trustees Approve Major Tuition Cut; Up to 25 Percent for Full-time Students
Pioneering California institution embarks on multi-year effort to boost access and affordability with tuition reduction, free college for most Pell-eligible students LA JOLLA, CALIF. (AUGUST 12, 2020) — National University, a nonprofit university with a 50-year history of serving working adult learners, educators and veterans, today announced its Board of Trustees has approved a new ...
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August 6, 2020
National University Launches Professional Development Certificate to Help K-12 Teachers Prepare for Online Classrooms
Professional Development Certificate in Online Teaching was created to equip K-12 educators with skills to ease transition online, improve outcomes, and boost engagement through virtual lessons LA JOLLA, CALIF. (AUG 6, 2020) — National University’s Sanford College of Education, which graduates more teaching credential candidates than any other institution in California, has announced the launch ...
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May 27, 2020
Provost Announcement
Dear Colleagues, I am pleased to announce Donna Elder, Ed.D., as Interim Dean and Lori Piowlski, Ph.D., as Acting Associate Dean of the Sanford College of Education (SCOE). Dr. Elder, who has been a member of the Sanford College of Education since 2007, has served as Associate Dean, Department Co-Chair of the Teacher Education Department, ...
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February 27, 2020
National University Omega Omega Chapter of Prestigious Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing Coming April 2020
In 1922, six nurses who recognized the value of scholarship and excellence founded the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, or Sigma, for short. Since its founding, nursing professionals across the globe have chartered more than 570 Sigma chapters. Together, elite nursing students and professionals work toward Sigma’s mission of “Developing nurse leaders anywhere to improve healthcare everywhere.”
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January 21, 2020
National University Partners with the World’s Fastest 5K to Raise Awareness of the Value of Achieving Personal and Academic Goals
<em>The Carlsbad 5000 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; </em><em>2020 Carlsbad 5000 presented by National University to celebrate 35<sup>th</sup> edition the weekend of March 21-22</em>
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November 12, 2019
Renowned Veterans Advocate Kim Mitchell to Join National University as Senior Vice President of Military, Veterans and Government Affairs
Mitchell, a U.S. Navy Veteran and former Lieutenant Commander, will assume her new position March 2020, to advance National University’s initiatives that support educational opportunities for veterans, members of the military, military families and Gold Star Families; Mitchell’s role to include expanding the University’s presence in Washington D.C.
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October 21, 2019
National University Supports Workforce Education Through Recognition of 2019 City of San Diego Scholarship Award Recipients
Three San Diego City employees are recognized with tuition scholarships from National University as part of ongoing effort to increase access to educational and professional development opportunities; This year marks the 5-year anniversary of National University’s designation as the City of San Diego’s Preferred Employee Education Program Partner
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October 14, 2019
National University Advances Support of Workforce Development Through Partnership with American Medical Response
Newly established partnership with the nation’s leading medical transportation company offers access to high-quality, affordable education to more than 29,000 AMR employees nationwide; Coordination through National University System’s Workforce Education Solutions reduces tuition costs to under $8,000 annually OCTOBER 14, 2019—SAN DIEGO, CA—The private, nonprofit National University, which actively develops partnerships with key industry groups ...
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September 13, 2019
Decorated Runner and Olympic Medalist Joins National University to Promote Heart Health at the American Heart Association San Diego Heart and Stroke Walk September 21
National University has teamed up with decorated runner, Olympian, and marathon winner Meb Keflezighi and the American Heart Association (AHA)—San Diego Chapter to raise awareness of heart health. Meb will be participating in the 2019 San Diego Heart and Stroke Walk on Saturday, September 21 in Balboa Park alongside National University System Chancellor and AHA ...
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September 4, 2019
Thomas Whisinnand of Nebraska Named National Winner of the 1st Annual Sanford Teacher Award and Honored with a $50,000 Grand Prize for Inspirational Teaching
Whisinnand was selected from more than 50 finalists recognized by the National University System-Sanford Programs. The 2020 Awards cycle for nominations is now open for Pre-K-12 teachers nationwide. September 4, 2019 – Omaha, Nebraska – In recognition of inspirational teachers who motivate students to achieve their highest potential, Thomas Whisinnand, a fourth-grade teacher at Ronald W. ...
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August 14, 2019
Academic Paper on National University’s Vets2BSN Project Published in Esteemed Peer-Reviewed Journal
An academic paper co-authored by Drs. Gloria McNeal, Tyler Smith, and Paul Tontz of National University has been published in this month’s issue of the esteemed peer-reviewed Journal of Nursing Education. The paper explores outcomes of the University’s Vets2BSN project, an initiative that expedites time to completion for Veterans who have acquired skills during their ...
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