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Outlier.org and Golden Gate University Collaborate to Offer Google Career Certificates for College Credit

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, June 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Outlier.org, a leading provider of high quality online courses, and Golden Gate University (GGU) are partnering to launch a new way for students and professionals to earn college credit while obtaining in-demand job skills from leading tech companies like Google.

Key Points: 
  • Starting this fall, several of Google's Career Certificates will be offered through Outlier.org and facilitated by GGU faculty in structured cohorts and term schedules.
  • This collaboration will support learner completion while also earning transferable college credit from GGU at an affordable cost.
  • Initially, Google Career Certificates on Outlier.org will be available to high school dual enrollment and corporate learning programs.
  • These credit-bearing certificates will also be available to students enrolled in Degrees+ , an associate degree program offered by Golden Gate University on Outlier.org that uniquely brings together the best of a college education with career-relevant industry certificates.

Outlier.org and Golden Gate University Launch Workforce Transfer Network for Degrees+

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This week, Golden Gate University (GGU) and Outlier.org are launching the Degrees+ Workforce Transfer Network. This network of leading organizations offers or connects learners with workforce training programs with millions of successful alumni who are now eligible to receive guaranteed transfer credit towards Degrees+.

Key Points: 
  • "There is a need for higher education to adapt and acknowledge the educational value of career-related training and experience," added Dr. David J. Fike, President of Golden Gate University.
  • "The Degrees+ Workforce Transfer Network allows us to bridge that gap and provide students with an inclusive and flexible pathway towards earning a degree."
  • Faculty members from Golden Gate University lead each course, providing interactive support through class discussions and office hours.
  • Through the Degrees+ Workforce Transfer Network, Outlier.org and Golden Gate University are empowering millions of people to earn an affordable degree designed to fit into the schedules of adult learners without compromising on quality.

Equal Access Carriers, Inc. (EAC), Is Introducing a New AI-based Approach for the Early Diagnosis of Disease

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Monday, January 9, 2023
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WILMINGTON, N.C., Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The EAC "UmbrellaAI" platform features the emerging technologies of this new AI, coupled with edge computing, 5G and patented crypto security. EAC/GGU previously used the research to deliver a novel way to identify misinformation and detect financial fraud. The current application focuses the technology on diagnosing diseases in their early stages.

Key Points: 
  • EAC/GGU previously used the research to deliver a novel way to identify misinformation and detect financial fraud.
  • The current application focuses the technology on diagnosing diseases in their early stages.
  • Part of the problem is that doctors are spending an average of only 15 minutes with patients per visit.
  • Chip Venters, CEO of EAC said, "There's another problem with disease diagnosis.

GOLDEN GATE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW OFFERS FULL SCHOLARSHIPS TO ALL NEW IN-PERSON JD STUDENTS

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In keeping with its 121-year commitment to providing diverse student populations with access and opportunity, Golden Gate University School of Law (GGU Law) announces a multi-pronged plan to transform its legal education offerings, including full tuition scholarships to all students in its in-person Juris Doctor [JD) program and the introduction of Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Law and Master of Law Studies (MLS) degree programs.

Key Points: 
  • It will also ensure that students admitted to the JD program can successfully complete their studies, pass the bar exam, and excel as practicing lawyers," says Colin Crawford, Dean of GGU Law.
  • This ambitious vision began with the entire entering class of full-time, first-year, in-person JD students in Fall 2022.
  • "Additionally, success in actual law courses identifies students with an aptitude for law much more effectively than a standardized test."
  • Angela Onwuachi-Willig, Dean of Boston University School of Law and GGU Law Advisory Board member, sees the GGU Law transformational plan as "a bold step that enables greater equity and access to the legal profession."

Golden Gate University and Outlier.org Reinvent Affordable College with Degrees+

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
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NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Golden Gate University is launching Degrees+, powered by Outlier.org, with three associate degrees that reimagine the two-year degree for a rising generation of students that demand high quality education without the crushing cost. For annual tuition of $4,470 all-inclusive, students will earn a two-year degree that uniquely brings together the best of a college education with a career-relevant industry certificate.

Key Points: 
  • "Golden Gate University has been providing life-changing educational options to adult students since 1901," said Brent White, Provost of Golden Gate University.
  • "Degrees+ is an innovative response to growing public doubt about the return on time and money invested in college," said David Fike, President of Golden Gate University.
  • For tuition of $4,470 per year all-inclusive ($149/credit), students in a Degrees+ program can earn an associate degree from Golden Gate University with no hidden fees.
  • All Outlier.org courses and programs are transcripted by either the University of Pittsburgh or Golden Gate University.

OAKSTERDAM UNIVERSITY + GOLDEN GATE UNIVERSITY: Unique new partnership offers students pathway to Bachelor’s Degree in the Business of Cannabis

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022
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OAKLAND, Calif., June 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oaksterdam University (OU) is pleased to announce an exciting educational partnership with Golden Gate University (GGU).

Key Points: 
  • OAKLAND, Calif., June 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oaksterdam University (OU) is pleased to announce an exciting educational partnership with Golden Gate University (GGU).
  • The partnership allows students to transfer credits from Oaksterdam Certification Courses toward their Bachelors Degree at GGU.
  • The following courses qualify for transfer credits:
    The partnership allows Oaksterdam to offer students a pathway to an accredited degree, and GGU to provide a pathway to careers in cannabis, Americas fastest-growing industry.
  • "Golden Gate University welcomes students from Oaksterdam University to earn their bachelor's degree in business at GGU, said Hinerman, PhD, LMFT.

upGrad Partners With Golden Gate University - San Francisco to Continue Its Global Expansion

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Monday, April 25, 2022
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For the fourth consecutive year, Washington Monthly ranked Golden Gate University as America's #1 School for Adult Learners at 4-Year Colleges, in its annual College Guide and Rankings.

Key Points: 
  • For the fourth consecutive year, Washington Monthly ranked Golden Gate University as America's #1 School for Adult Learners at 4-Year Colleges, in its annual College Guide and Rankings.
  • Golden Gate University has a 120+ years legacy of helping working adults achieve their career aspirations.
  • Golden Gate University, a private nonprofit university in the heart of San Francisco, empowers working adults to achieve their professional goals with nationally renowned undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates.
  • GGUs primary campus is in downtown San Francisco, with teaching locations in Los Angeles, Seattle, and Silicon Valley.

GOLDEN GATE UNIVERSITY CELEBRATES RETURN TO IN-PERSON COMMENCEMENT AT ORACLE PARK

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time since 2019, Golden Gate University will hold an in-person commencement ceremony on Saturday, April 23 at Oracle Park in San Francisco. More than 330 graduates from the classes of 2022, 2021, and 2020 will attend and join the more than 68,000 alumni who are part of GGU's 121-year legacy.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time since 2019, Golden Gate University will hold an in-person commencement ceremony on Saturday, April 23 at Oracle Park in San Francisco.
  • New York Times best-selling author, speaker, researcher, mentor, and Clark Atlanta University business school Professor Dr. Dennis Kimbro will address graduates during commencement and receive an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree.
  • Golden Gate University, a private nonprofit university in the heart of San Francisco, empowers working adults to achieve their professional goals with nationally renowned undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates in accounting, law, taxation, business, and related areas.
  • Dr. Dennis Kimbro is a tireless educator, New York Times best-selling author, and business school professor at Clark Atlanta University.

Brent White Joins Golden Gate University as New Provost/VPAA

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Thursday, April 14, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Golden Gate University is pleased to announce the appointment of Brent White as GGU's new Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, successfully concluding a national search.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, April 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Golden Gate University is pleased to announce the appointment of Brent White as GGU's new Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, successfully concluding a national search.
  • As Vice President and Dean, Provost White led global activities and programs at the University of Arizona.
  • "As Provost, Brent plays a vitally important leadership role in shaping the future of the University," said GGU President David Fike.
  • "Since its founding over 120 years ago, Golden Gate University has provided transformative education to working adults and other underserved students," said Provost White.

Phanstiel Gift to Fund Last-Mile Preparation for GGU Students

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Friday, March 18, 2022
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Louise and Howard Phanstiel have a history of generous philanthropy to education and the community through their long involvement at Syracuse University, Shenandoah Valley Academy and Southampton Hospital Association.

Key Points: 
  • Louise and Howard Phanstiel have a history of generous philanthropy to education and the community through their long involvement at Syracuse University, Shenandoah Valley Academy and Southampton Hospital Association.
  • "The Phanstiel Fellows Program and the other initiatives we are supporting with this gift will help ensure that even more GGU students do not just graduate, but cross the finish line of passing their professional certification exams to accelerate their careers.
  • "GGU responded to the heightened needs of our students because of COVID through increased flexible instruction, enhanced online support, and academic innovation, which is who we have always been, and the outcomes expected from this gift will undoubtedly benefit all of our students," noted President Fike.
  • GGU is accredited by the American Bar Association and the WASC Senior College and University Commission.