The University of Arizona Global Campus

The University of Arizona Global Campus Announces Leadership Additions to Strengthen and Advance its Student-Centered Focus

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Monday, January 9, 2023

CHANDLER, Ariz., Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC or University) is proud to announce recent additions to its leadership team that support and sustain our commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education. These seasoned higher education veterans will help build on and expand University enrollment and retention efforts.

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  • CHANDLER, Ariz., Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC or University) is proud to announce recent additions to its leadership team that support and sustain our commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education.
  • These seasoned higher education veterans will help build on and expand University enrollment and retention efforts.
  • Christine Hardy, UAGC Senior Vice President of Enrollment, brings more than 20 years of experience in higher education to UAGC.
  • Most recently, she oversaw admissions operations at Southern New Hampshire University for both their campus and online programs.

Contribution from Anonymous Donor Establishes The University of Arizona Global Campus Student Relief Fund

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022

CHANDLER, Ariz., Dec. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC or University) has received a $25,000 donation from an anonymous donor to establish the UAGC Student Relief Fund for students identified as having extreme financial hardship that places their educational goals at risk.

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  • CHANDLER, Ariz., Dec. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC or University) has received a $25,000 donation from an anonymous donor to establish the UAGC Student Relief Fund for students identified as having extreme financial hardship that places their educational goals at risk.
  • The University hopes that this contribution will encourage others to donate to the UAGC Student Relief Fund as well.
  • The UAGC Student Relief Fund will give students who demonstrate extreme financial hardship the chance to reach their educational goals.
  • The University of Arizona Global Campus ("Global Campus" or "UAGC") is an independent university that is operated in affiliation with the University of Arizona.

Register Now for the University of Arizona Global Campus MBA Speaker Series: Why Companies Are Investing in their Employees' MBA Degrees

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Thursday, December 1, 2022

CHANDLER, Ariz., Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Join the University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC) Forbes School of Business and TechnologyMBA Speaker Series for a revealing discussion on Why Companies are Investing in their Employees'MBA Degrees.

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  • CHANDLER, Ariz., Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Join the University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC) Forbes School of Business and TechnologyMBA Speaker Series for a revealing discussion on Why Companies are Investing in their Employees'MBA Degrees.
  • "My motivation to pursue an MBA degree was founded in the desire for personal accomplishment," said Kyra Treible, UAGC MBA graduate and roundtable panelist.
  • Roundtable panelist, Ivana Bajet, an administrative fellow with a national healthcare company, completed her MBA degree at UAGC in 2021.
  • The University of Arizona Global Campus ("Global Campus" or "UAGC") is an independent university that is operated in affiliation with the University of Arizona.

INFLATION NOW THE BIGGEST CONCERN FOR PACIFIC NORTHWEST SHOPPERS AS SPENDING INTENTIONS MIRROR COVID 19 PANDEMIC

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

PULLMAN, Wash., Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As inflation becomes the biggest concern, Pacific Northwest shoppers aim to be more fiscally conservative with spending intentions this holiday season, mirroring those at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new report from Washington State University's Carson College of Business.

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  • Additionally, 32% say they plan to spend less, a drop in 10 percentage points since 2021 as spending intentions return to COVID levels (32%).
  • The report also found 37% of millennials are most likely to slash their budget in comparison to 24% in 2021.
  • Behind inflation, PNW shoppers say high gas prices are the second biggest reason why they plan to decrease their spending.
  • Inflation is now the number one concern, with PNW shoppers saying they plan to spend less this holidayseasonsimilar to spending intentions during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

DENVER COLLEGE OF NURSING TO OPEN BRANCH CAMPUS IN HOUSTON

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

DENVER, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Denver College of Nursing, a higher education institution dedicated exclusively to educating students for the diverse opportunities offered by careers in nursing and other medical fields, has announced the opening of its first branch campus in Houston, Texas. It is currently accepting applications for its Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) completion program, with classes scheduled to begin in January 2023.

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  • DENVER, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Denver College of Nursing, a higher education institution dedicated exclusively to educating students for the diverse opportunities offered by careers in nursing and other medical fields, has announced the opening of its first branch campus in Houston, Texas.
  • Denver College of Nursing - Houston will offer residents an on-site pre-licensure BSN.
  • "We are excited to bring the Denver College of Nursing's fully accredited nursing programs to Texas, allowing qualified students the opportunity to earn their BSN degree or continue their nursing education," said Cathy Maxwell, president for the Denver College of Nursing.
  • With more than five years serving the Denver College of Nursing community as its Director of Admissions, Brandon Villarreal will assume the role of Denver College of Nursing - Houston campus president upon its opening.

The University of Arizona College of Pharmacy and the University of Arizona Global Campus Announce a First-Time Partnership to Better Serve Alumni

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

CHANDLER, Ariz., Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The first programmatic partnership between the University of Arizona (UArizona) and the University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC) will launch between the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program at the UArizona R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy and the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at UAGC. This partnership represents an important milestone in the UAGC integration into UArizona, as it opens the door for more programmatic partnerships in the future.  

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  • The official launch takes place Friday, October 28, 2022, at 6 p.m. at the University of Arizona College of Pharmacy Alumni Celebration event, which is part of the UArizona Homecoming festivities.
  • "This collaboration will help our graduates broaden their skillsets and set them on a path for greater career advancement."
  • This partnership provides an easier and more affordable path for UArizona Doctor of Pharmacy alumni to pursue their MBA.
  • *The transferability of credits is subject to the University of Arizona Global Campus transfer credit policies and requires the submission of official transcripts.

The University of Arizona Global Campus Fall 2022 Commencement

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Friday, October 14, 2022

CHANDLER, Ariz., Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC), a leading provider of fully online higher education, celebrated the graduation of 8,674 students located worldwide during a virtual commencement ceremony held Saturday, October 8, 2022.

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  • CHANDLER, Ariz., Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC), a leading provider of fully online higher education, celebrated the graduation of 8,674 students located worldwide during a virtual commencement ceremony held Saturday, October 8, 2022.
  • For the faculty and staff at the University of Arizona Global Campus, commencement is a very uplifting and exciting time," shared UAGC President Paul Pastorek during the 2022 Virtual Fall Commencement.
  • "My new alumni family, it is my honor to welcome you into the University of Arizona Global Campus Alumni Association."
  • Aboutthe University of ArizonaGlobal CampusTheUniversity of ArizonaGlobal Campus ("Global Campus" or "UAGC") is an independent university that is operated in affiliation with theUniversity of Arizona.

The University of Arizona Global Campus Receives National Accreditation for its Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Program

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Monday, October 10, 2022

CHANDLER, Ariz., Oct. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC) Bachelor of Science degree program in Information Technology in the UAGC Forbes School of Business and Technology has been accredited by the ComputingAccreditation Commission of ABET (previously known as the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology).

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  • CHANDLER, Ariz., Oct. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC) Bachelor of Science degree program in Information Technology in the UAGC Forbes School of Business and Technology has been accredited by the ComputingAccreditation Commission of ABET (previously known as the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology).
  • Recognized throughout the world, ABET is the global accreditor of more than 4,300 college and university programs in applied and natural science, computing, engineering, and engineering technology.
  • The University of Arizona Global Campus ("Global Campus" or "UAGC") is an independent university that is operated in affiliation with theUniversity of Arizona.
  • ABET is a specialized accreditor of college and university programs in applied and natural science, computing, engineering and engineering technology.

Registration is Open for the University of Arizona Global Campus 2022 Teaching and Learning Conference with a focus on Empathy and Advocacy

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

CHANDLER, Ariz., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Arizona Global Campus 2022 Teaching and Learning Conference (TLC) A Culture of Care: Empathy, Advocacy, and Non-Traditional Student Success takes place November 1-3, 2022.

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  • CHANDLER, Ariz., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Arizona Global Campus 2022 Teaching and Learning Conference (TLC) A Culture of Care: Empathy, Advocacy, and Non-Traditional Student Success takes place November 1-3, 2022.
  • TLC provides faculty, staff, students, researchers, and practitioners a platform to share their knowledge and experiences of critical issues in online higher education.
  • This year, TLC addresses empathy and advocacy as keys to students' continued access to and success in higher ed.
  • TheUniversity of ArizonaGlobal Campus ("Global Campus" or "UAGC") is an independent university that is operated in affiliation with theUniversity of Arizona.

Venture Valley Makes University of Arizona FORGE Students Virtual Millionaires in Its PC and Mobile Game

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022

TUCSON, Ariz., Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The business battles were fierce this past Friday night when almost 100 student entrepreneurs took part in the Venture Valley video game tournament held at University of Arizona's FORGE at Roy Place in Tucson. In a FORGE event, University of Arizona FORGE partnered with Venture Valley, a fast-paced multiplayer business simulation PC and mobile game from The Singleton Foundation for Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship. The event also featured the U of A Venture Expo, showcasing student businesses, products, and prototypes.

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  • In a FORGE event, University of Arizona FORGE partnered with Venture Valley , a fast-paced multiplayer business simulation PC and mobile game from The Singleton Foundation for Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship .
  • Venture Valley is available for free (no in-app purchases or ads) on mobile (iOS and Android) and PC (via Steam).
  • Venture Valley is a free (no in-app purchases or ads) PC and mobile (iOS and Android) game.
  • FORGE maintains an entrepreneurial resource hub in downtown Tucson, Arizona, and several locations on the University of Arizona campus and throughout the state.