Press release announcing the plan for WGU to incorporate as an independent, legal entity and the approval of a WGU development program to secure start-up funds.
Press release announcing Utah Governor Mike Leavitt and Colorado Governor Roy Romer as co-chairs of the Board of Trustees for WGU. Dr. E. Jeffrey Livingston will serve as the Chief Executive Office (CEO) of WGU. Dr. Robert Albrecht will serve as the Chief Academic Officer of WGU.
Press release announcing the partnership between sixteen universities and WGU. These partnerships are to test the online catalog, and to advise on policies, procedures, and marketing.
Press release announcing key hirings; Don Foshee, acting Chief Information Officer (CIO); Marcia Bankirer, Senior Academic Officer; Terri Teylor Straut, Director of Customer and Provider Relations; Jeanne Glaittli, Director of Finance and Budget; Jeff Edwards, Director of Marketing; Max Farbman, Director of Development and General Counsel; Amy Carmer, Manager of Public Policy.
Press release announcing the Higher Education Reauthorization Act (HR 6) being approved by the United States Senate. WGU is the "only technology-based learning institution specifically identified as a 'Demonstration Program' in the legislation that was initiated by the Department of Education..."
Press release announcing a partnership between the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, Utah State University, and WGU. This partnership will "initiate nationwide, competency-based engineering program based upon industry needs."
Press release announcing a partnership between The Open University of the United States (OU-US) and WGU. This partnership created the Governors Open University System.
Press release announcing Alaska Governor Tony Knowles joining the WGU Board of Trustees (BOT). Washington Governor Gary Locke and Utah Governor Michael Leavitt elected BOT co-chairs. And former Colorado Governor Roy Romer re-elected to BOT.
Press release announcing the Inter-Regional Accrediting Committee (IRAC) visit for determining accreditation candidacy for the first two weeks of February 2000.
Press release announcing Intel Corporation and Questar Corporation to provide funding and scholarships for Utah teachers enrolling in WGU. Intel will provide $65,000 for scholarships. Questar will provide a onetime $50,000 grant followed by a $6,500 yearly grant.
Press release announcing 50 Utah teachers will earn a WGU Master of Arts in Learning and Technology degree with scholarships sponsored by Utah businesses.
Press release announcing a partnership between Jones International University (JIU), Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), University of Phoenix (UOP), and WGU. Hungry Minds.com is the portal students will access thousands of courses.
Press release announcing the Gates Foundation awarding a $1,000,000 grant to WGU. This press release also announces the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation joining the WGU National Advisory Board (NAB).
Press release announcing articulation agreements between Bellevue University, Jones International University, Masters Institute, SUNY Empire State College, Thomas Edison State College, and WGU.
Press release announcing the launch of the Associate of Science in Business (AS Business) and the Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology/Certified Novell Engineer (AAS IT-CNE).
Press release announcing WGU licensing SCT's Banner2000. This press release also announces that SCT will be joining the WGU National Advisory Board (NAB).
Press release announcing grants from Sum Microsystems in the amount of $285,000, the J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation in the amount of $250,000, and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation in the amount of $150,000.
Press release announcing the graduation of Terry Hamm from WGU on June 18, 2001. Hamm earned her Associate of Arts degree. Alaska Lieutenant Governor Fran Ulmer will present the diploma in Anchorage, Alaska.
Press release announcing articulation and transfer agreements with three community college consortiums - the Community Colleges of the State of Nebraska, The League for Innovation in the Community College, and Maricopa County Community College District.
Press release announcing four Utah businesses making scholarship contributions to WGU's National Scholarship Fund. The companies are Daw Technologies, Inc., Merit Medical Systems, Inc., Sonic Innovations, Inc., and Zions Bank.
Press release announcing the Hewlett-Packard Company Foundation joining the WGU National Advisory Board (NAB). Bess Stephens, President and Executive Director of the HP Company Foundation will be their representative on the NAB.
Press release announcing the election of Montana Governor Judy Martz and Tom Vander Ark, Executive Director, Education, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to the WGU Board of Trustees (BOT).
Press release announcing the graduation of Shauna Bagley and Kristy Yeschick from WGU. Both earned a Master of Arts in Learning and Technology degree. The ceremony was held in the Gold Room of the Utah State Capitol.
Press release announcing the partnership between The Chauncey Group International and WGU. The Chauncey Group International will develop additional assessment test for WGU's general education requirements in the area of quantitative literacy and in the area of language and communication.
Press release announcing the graduation class of WGU has never met, or attended a class together. This press release discusses the experiences of several students.
Press release announcing the election of two new members to the WGU Board of Trustees (BOT). The new members are Bess Stephens, President and Executive Director of the Hewlett-Packard Company Foundation and Vice President of Corporate Philanthropy and Education for HP, and Therese "Terry" K. Crane, Ed.D., Vice President for Education, Families and Workplace Products, America Online.
Press release announcing WGU's ability to provide professional credentials to paraprofessionals in accordance with H.R. 1, The No Child Left Behind Act.
Press release announcing a new round of Governors Excellence in Education Scholarships, which will be awarded to Montana educators pursuing a Master of Arts in Learning and Technology from WGU.
Press release announcing the October 19, 2002 WGU graduation ceremony. Governor Michael Leavitt will present ten WGU students their degrees. The governor will also present honorary degrees to Utah Senator Robert Bennett (R) and venture capitalist James R. Swartz.
Press release announcing that WGU has been granted accreditation from the Interregional Accrediting Committee (IRAC). WGU received accreditation at the associate, baccalaureate and the master's degree levels.
Press release announcing the election of New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson and Nevada Governor Kenny Guinn as co-chairs of the WGU Board of Trustees (BOT).
Press release announcing the addition of three Utah-based corporations to the WGU National Advisory Board (NAB). One corporation is Zions Bank with A. Scott Anderson, President and CEO. Another corporation is Simmons Capital with David Simmons, President and CEO. And the third corporation is Wasatch Property Management with Dell Loy Hansen, President.
Press release announcing the WGU commencement ceremonies on Saturday, February 12, 2005. Utah Governor Jon Huntsman, Jr. will deliver the commencement address.
Press release announcing the WGU Teachers College now offering an online Master of Arts degree in English Language Learning (ELL) and an ELL endorsement preparation program.
Press release announcing that in conjunction with the U. S. Air Force Air War College (AWC), WGU will award up to 30 scholarships in pursuit of a Master's in Business Administration in Strategic Leadership.
Press release announcing the election of two new members to the WGU Board of Trustees (BOT). These new members are Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano and Dr. Carl Cohn, former Superintendent of Long Beach Unified School District.
Press release announcing the commencement speaker for the August 6, 2005 WGU graduation ceremonies. The speaker will be Dr. Rod Paige, former U.S. Secretary of Education.
Press release announcing the launch of the WGU College of Health Professions. Hospital Corporation of America (HCA) singed on as the first corporate partner.
Press release announcing the adoption of the Certified Master of Business Administration (CMBA) Exam by WGU. This exam will be administered using the powerful web-based testing tool, Prometric Prime.
Press release announcing scholarships to certified K-12 Utah teachers pursuing a Master of Education in Management and Innovation; Master of Education in Learning and Technology; Master of Education in Measurement and Evaluation; Master of Arts in Mathematics Education; Master of Arts in Science Education; or Master of Arts in English Language Learning.
Press release announcing $20,000 in scholarships provided by American Express, through its American Express Center for Community Development, to help Utah's San Juan County School District teachers earn advanced degrees with WGU.
Press release announcing the election of David E. Simmons, President and CEO of Simmons Media Group, LLC, and Frank D. Alvarez, President and CEO of TMC Healthcare to the WGU Board of Trustees (BOT).
Press release announcing the full and unconditional, five-year accreditation of WGU by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Press release announcing a $3,000,000 grant from the United States Department of Labor (DOL) to increase the national pool of qualified rural teachers.
Press release announcing an opportunity for teachers in 14 states to earn a master's degree through a partnership between the Qwest Foundation and WGU.
Press release announcing WGU's decision to extend the offering of supplemental $1,500 scholarships to students participating in the Troops to Teachers program.
Press release announcing the extension of the supplemental $1,500 scholarship for the Spouses to Teachers program to all military spouses in any location, beyond the current 14 pilot states.
Press release announcing the launch of the Master of Science in Nursing - Leadership and Management Specialization, and the Master of Science in Nursing - Education Specialization.
Press release announcing as many as 50 scholarships to help current teachers earn a master's degree or an endorsement in English Language Learning (ELL) or English as a Second Language (ESL) through WGU.
Press release announcing a partnership between the Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES) and WGU in the Earth System Science Education Alliance (ESSEA).
Press release announcing the offering of $7,500 scholarships to prospective math and science teachers in rural areas. These scholarships are part of a United States Department of Labor (DOL) grant.
Press release announcing the Future of Nursing Scholarships. These scholarships are available for those pursuing the Master of Science in Nursing - Education or the Master of Science in Nursing - Leadership and Management degree programs.
Press release announcing a consortium of adult-serving educational institutions launching a groundbreaking initiative to lead universities and colleges toward greater accountability and transparency.
Press release announcing WGU's commitment to the Troops to Teachers and Spouses to Teachers programs with the addition of the Spouses to Graduates scholarship program.
Press release announcing the WGU Teacher College being among one of the largest teacher colleges providing online teaching degrees with approximately 1,200 students enrolled in math and science teaching programs.
Press release announcing a $725,000, three-year grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF). The grant will be used by the College of Health Professions to develop online nursing degree programs.
Press release announcing a partnership between the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) and WGU to offer two scholarships in pursuit of a bachelor's degree in a technology field.
Press release announcing the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) presenting the 2008 International Distance Learning Awards in two categories to WGU and the Executive Director of the WGU Teachers College, Dr. Janet Schnitz. WGU received the 21st Century Award for Best Practices in Distance Learning. Dr. Schnitz received the award for Outstanding Leadership by an Individual in the Field of Distance Learning.
Press release announcing a $50,000 scholarship fund which will provide ten teacher scholarships, through WGU, in the 14 states where Qwest offers local phone service.
Press release announcing a video contest with a $7,500 scholarship and a $500 cash reward as a prize. The contestants are asked to submit a video explaining why they deserve a scholarship and how earning a degree from WGU will change their life.
Press release announcing the launch of The Online Student Survival Guide, a resources which addresses many of the questions and daily concerns online students from any online college or university face.
Press release announcing the election of Emily Stover DeRocco, President of The Manufacturing Institute and Senior Vice President of the National Association of Manufactures (NAM), to the WGU Board of Trustees (BOT).
Press release announcing the WGU Teachers College now offers ten accredited online science education degree programs designed for current or aspiring educators who with to teach chemistry, physics, biology, earth science (geoscience) or general science.
Press release announcing WGU's continued commitment to offer scholarships for military spouses wishing to become teachers through the WGU Spouses to Teachers Scholarship program.
Press release announcing the continued opportunity for military spouses wishing to become teachers through its own WGU Spouses to Teachers Scholarship program.
Press release announcing a white paper on employer acceptance of online degrees titled "Online Degrees Make the Grade: Employer Acceptance Now Common."
Press release announcing the WGU Excellence in Special Education Scholarships to aid in the pursuit of the Bachelor of Arts in Special Education and the Master of Science in Special Education.
Press release announcing WGU being selected as one of the Top 20 Military Friendly Colleges and Universities for 2008 by the Military Advanced Education Magazine.
Press release announcing the Saturday, January 24, 2009 commencement ceremony. Scott McNealy, Co-Founder and Chairman of Sun Microsystems and Founder of Curriki, will deliver the WGU Commencement Address.
Press release announcing WGU will conduct a pilot program using the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) certification test for master's degree competency assessments.
Press release announcing the nation's first accredited, online baccalaureate degree nursing program being approved by the Education Licensing Committee of the Board of Registered Nurses to open in California, with classes scheduled to begin in July 2009.
Press release announcing WGU's competency-based bachelor's and master's degree programs being accredited through 2014 by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Press release announcing an increase in the scholarship amount and number of eligible terms for the Economic Turnaround Scholarship. Application deadline extended to June 30, 2009.
Press release announcing a $500,000 grant from the Texas Workforce Commission and a pilot program for the nation's first competency-based Bachelor of Science, Nursing leading to RN licensure set to begin in Texas in the Fall 2009.
Press release announcing WGU's research to focus on critical needs of underserved students. This research will particularly focus on flexible schedules, personalized mentoring, and accelerated learning options.
Press release announcing the July 11, 2009 commencement ceremony. The semi-annual commencement will be held at Kingsbury Hall in Salt Lake City, Utah. This is the 17th semi-annual graduation ceremony.
Press release announcing the bestowing of an honorary doctoral degree from WGU to Dr. Samuel H. Smith, President Emeritus of Washington State University and a founding member of the WGU Board of Trustees (BOT).
Press release announcing the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) to support clinical training for WGU's Nursing Prelicensure program.
Press release announcing enhancement to the Department of Defense's (DoD) Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) make a quality college education more accessible than ever before.
Press release announcing Microsoft IT Academy membership which allows WGU to offer key certifications and hands-on online learning resources at no additional cost. The credentials are: Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP), Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS), Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), and the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE).
Press release announcing a partnership between the American Association of Retired People (AARP) and WGU to expand the WGU Educational Assistance Program to an additional 114 scholarships to students over 40.
Press release announcing the February 20, 2010 semi-annual commencement. Hiliary Pennington, representing the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, will deliver the commencement address.
Press release announcing a new agreement between WGU and Indiana's Ivy Tech Community College which provides students with credit transferability, reduced tuition, and an application fee waiver.
Press release announcing the WGU's Master of Science, Information Security and Assurance degree meets the 4011 and 4012 training standards of the National Security Agency's Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS).
Press release announcing Nikki Skinner being awarded the Texas Medical Association's (TMA) 2010 Ernest and Sarah Butler Award for Excellence in Science Teaching.
Press release announcing WGU President Bob Mendenhall being named one of "Utah Business" magazine's 2010 CEOs of the Year.
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Press release announcing enrollment in WGU's undergraduate and graduate degree competency-based programs in nursing have surpassed the 1,000 student mark.
Press release announcing WGU President Dr. Robert Mendenhall being awarded the U.S. Distance Learning Association (USDLA) Award for Outstanding Leadership by an individual in the Field of Distance Learning.
Press release announcing the partnership between seven rural hospitals and WGU to offer an innovative Bachelor of Science, Nursing leading to RN licensure program.
Press release announcing the July 17, 2010 commencement celebration. This is the 19th semi-annual commencement for WGU. United States Under Secretary of Education Martha Kanter will deliver the commencement address.
Press release announcing that voting has begun in the WGU's "Make a Great Commercial" contest. The contest is also referred to as "Make a Great WGU Commercial Video Contest."
Press release announcing the partnership between the National Education Association (NEA) Academy, UMassOnline, Walden University, and WGU to provide Master's of Education degrees to NEA members.
Press release announcing the 30 scholarships for Native Americans and their spouses as well as individuals who are working to make an impact in Native American communities.
Press release announcing the partnership between the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) and WGU to provide educational opportunities more affordable and accessible for nurses and health care workers in community health centers nationwide.
Press release announcing WGU being selected by "Military Advanced Education (MAE) magazine in the "Fourth Annual Guide to Top Military-Friendly Colleges and Universities."
Press release announcing that WGU's Bachelor of Science, Health Informatics is now accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).
Press release announcing the February 12, 2011 commencement ceremony. More than 1,900 graduates will receive degrees at this, the 20th semi-annual commencement. Zions Bank President and CEO A. Scott Anderson will deliver the commencement address.
Press release announcing the Master of Science, Curriculum and Instruction degree program. Also announced, availability of scholarships for the Master's in Curriculum and Instruction Scholarship.
Press release announcing WGU being awarded the 21st Century Award for Best Practices in Distance Learning from the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA). Dr. Phillip Schmidt, Associate Provost of the WGU Teachers College, received an award for Outstanding Leadership by an Individual in the Field of Distance Learning.
Press release announcing the milestone of 25,000 cumulative students enrolled in WGU. More than 10,000 students have graduated from WGU, and WGU has grown by over 350 percent in the last five years.
Press release announcing Jean Floten as the first WGU Washington Chancellor. Also announced, the festivities for the WGU Washington launch will be held on May 26, 2011.
Press release announcing eleven community college leaders' answers to "Eight Important Questions" which shed light on college readiness, remediation, technology adoption, funding issues, and other challenges.
Press release announcing a feature on "Utah Cares," which is a radio segment produced through Utah Nonprofits Association, KCPW, and Utah Public Radio,
Press release announcing that WGU President Dr. Robert Mendenhall has received the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of the Year 2011 Utah Region Award in the Technology and Education category.
Press release announcing the partnership between TechAmerica and WGU. This partnership offer an application fee waiver, tuition discounts, and scholarship opportunities to employees of TechAmerica's 1,000 member companies.
Press release announcing WGU's Master of Science, Information Security & Assurance recognized by GetEducated.com in its list of top ten accredited and most affordable online computer science master's degree programs.
Press release announcing a partnership between the National Urban League and WGU. This partnership provides an application fee waiver, tuition discounts, and scholarship opportunities for individuals affiliated with the century-old civil rights organization.
Press release announcing a special pinning ceremony to take place at partner hospital Cedars-Sinai Medical Center's Thalians Auditorium in Los Angeles, California, on July 23, 2011.
Press release announcing the July 23, 2011 commencement ceremony. The 21st semi-annual commencement will be held at the Nu Skin Theatre at Energy Solutions Arena in Salt Lake City, Utah. Lumina Foundation for Education President Jamie Merisotis will deliver the commencement address.
Press release announcing the launch of WGU Texas. Governor Rick Perry issues Executive Order RP 75, as well as signed a memorandum of understanding to launch the university.
Press release announcing the WGU's Mary G. Harper, PhD, RN-BC, Clinical Faculty Coordinator receiving the Belinda E. Puetz Award for Professional Nursing Development by the National Nursing Staff Development Organization (NNSDO).
Press release announcing a $4.5 million grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to help expand access to affordable, competency-based higher education.
Press release announcing the partnership between the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and WGU. This Voluntary Education Partnership enables WGU to continue serving active-duty service members using Military Tuition Assistance.
Press release announcing WGU being named a Top Military-Friendly College and University by "Military Advanced Education" for the fifth consecutive year.
Press release announcing the 22nd semi-annual commencement ceremony. The ceremony will take place on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at the Philips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. John M Steele, Senior Vice President of Human Resources for the Hospital Corporation of America (HCA) will deliver the commencement address.
Press release announcing the WGU receiving the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) 21st Century Award for Best Practices in Distance Learning.
Press release announcing a statewide guaranteed admission agreement between Virginia's Community Colleges (VCCS) and WGU, which created a faster and more affordable pathway to a nursing degree.
Press release announcing the 24th semi-annual commencement ceremony. The ceremony will be held on Saturday, February 9, 2013 at Atlanta's Phillips Arena. Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush will deliver the commencement address.
Press release announcing WGU being recognized in the 2013 Guide to Military-Friendly Colleges and Universities by "Military Advanced Education" magazine. This is WGU's sixth consecutive year being named as such.
Press release announcing the 24th semi-annual commencement ceremonies. The ceremony will be held on Saturday, February 9, 2013 at the Philips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush will deliver the commencement address.
Press release announcing the third consecutive awarding of the 21st Century Best Practices in Distance Learning for 2013 by the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) to WGU.
Press release announcing the partnership between Healthcare Career Advancement Program (H-CAP), the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), and WGU to provide BSN and MSN to members.
Press release announcing the 25th semi-annual graduation ceremonies of WGU. The ceremony will take place on Saturday, July 13, 2013 at the EnergySolutions Arena in Salt Lake City.
Press release announcing President Obama's "The President's Plan to Make College More Affordable: A Better Bargain for the Middle Class," which specifically recognizes WGU as an innovator.
Press release announcing the 26th semi-annual commencement ceremonies. The ceremony will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2014 at the Georgia World Congress in Atlanta, Georgia.
Press release announcing the WGU's fourth consecutive awarding, and fifth since 2008, of the 21st Century Best Practices in Distance Learning for the 2014 Award from the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA).
Press release announcing the 27th semi-annual commencement ceremonies. The ceremony will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2014 at the EnergySolutions Arena in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Press release announcing the report "Ready to Work: Job-Driven Training and American Opportunity," which recognizes WGU in a list of the most-effective postsecondary job-training programs.
Press release announcing the WGU Military Appreciation Scholarship in celebration of Military Appreciation Month. This scholarship is made available through a partnership between the National Military Family Association (NMFA) and WGU.
Press release announcing the 28th semi-annual commencement ceremonies. The ceremony will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2015 at the Disney Coronado Resort in Orlando, Florida.
Press release announcing WGU graduates are more engaged at work and report better overall well-being than national average according to a 2014 WGU Gallup-Purdue Alumni report.
Press release announcing the Linda Knodel Nursing Leadership and Management MSN Scholarship to honor the outgoing American Organization of Nurses Executives President Linda Knodel.
Press release announcing the sixth 21st Century Award for Best Practices in Distance Learning, by the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA). Dr. Jan Jones-Schenk, WGU's Chief Nursing Officer, received an award for Outstanding Leadership by an Individual in the Field of Distance Learning by the USDLA.
Press release announcing an agreement between the American Red Cross and WGU to allow WGU Nursing students to fulfill clinical requirements with volunteer work through local Red Cross chapters.
Press release announcing launch of "The Journal of Competency-Based Education." This publication is created though a partnership between Wiley and WGU. Dr. Sally M. Johnstone, Vice President for Academic Advancement for WGU, will serve as the first editor.
Press release announcing the launch of WGU Nevada. A note: while this press release is dated June 16, 2015, the same day that the launch ceremony took place, WGU Nevada was founded on June 15, 2015. WGU Nevada was established through a proclamation issued by Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval and the signing of a memorandum of understanding between WGU and the State of Nevada.
Press release announcing a partnership between the Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC) and WGU to offer the WGU Western Association of Food Chains Scholarship.
Press release announcing the 29th semi-annual commencement ceremonies. The ceremony will be on Saturday, August 15, 2015 at the Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Press release announcing a partnership between Scholastic and WGU to provide teachers and classrooms the material they need to succeed through the Back-to-School Teacher Sweepstakes.
Press release announcing WGU being awarded a certificate of excellence from USA Funds for achieving a significant reduction in its federal student loan default rate.
Press release announcing the second consecutive year that WGU's Nursing programs have been named among the top producers of nursing degrees awarded to minority students according to "Diverse: Issues in Higher Education."
Press release announcing WGU students reporting a high level of student engagement, faculty support, and overall educational experience according to the latest results from the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE).
Press release announcing the 30th semi-annual commencement ceremonies. The ceremony will take place on Saturday, February 6, 2016 at the Disney Coronado Springs Resort in Orlando, Florida.
Press release announcing the awarding of scholarships and tuition discounts to alumni and staff from nearly 300 community colleges across the country. Also announced, the WGU Community College Partnership Scholarship.
Press release announcing the partnership between the Utah Jazz and WGU to provide four students with scholarships to cover tuition for one year in 2016.
Press release announcing the Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) awarding WGU a 2016 CODiE Award for Best Learning Relationship Management Solution for its Business of IT-Project Management course.
Press release announcing the 31st semi-annual commencement ceremonies. The ceremony will be held on Saturday, July 16, 2016 at the Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Press release announcing the scheduled accreditation site visit on October 26-28, 2016 by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).
Press release announcing WGU being recognized by the American Association of University Administrators (AAUA) with the Exemplary Model Award. This award commends WGU's Responsible Borrowing Initiative (RBI).
Press release announcing a partnership between the Ohio Association of Community Colleges and WGU that allows Ohio community college graduates to transfer their coursework to WGU while receiving discounted tuition.
Press release announcing WGU President Emeritus Dr. Robert Mendenhall being recognized with the 2016 "Champions of E-Learning Award - Heavy Lifter" at the thirteenth annual meeting of the Presidents' Forum, Measuring Progress: Catching Up with Innovation.
Press release announcing WGU's Bachelor of Science in Business, Human Resource Management being in full alignment with the Society for Human Resource Management's (SHRM) "HR Curriculum Guidebook and Templates."
Press release announcing that for the 10th consecutive year, WGU has been designated a "Top School" by "Military Advanced Education and Transition" (MAE&T). And for the 6th consecutive year, WGU has been designated "Military Friendly" by Victory Media.
Press release announcing the Saturday, February 11, 2017 WGU commencement. This is the 32nd semi-annual commencement, and it will be held at the Disney Coronado Springs Resort in Orlando, Florida.
Press release announcing Karen Semon, a leadership and executive coach with more than 25 years of experience, will speak at WGU's lecture series, Sage Talks, on Monday March 27, 2017.
Press release announcing the results of a new study by Gallup that compares the satisfaction and overall well-being of WGU graduates with graduates from other institutions in the United States. WGU grads credit their alma mater with providing better experiences and overall value than national average.
Press release announcing the seventh time the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) honoring WGU with a 21st Century Distance Learning Award.
Press release announcing the partnership between Real Salt Lake (RSL) and WGU to provide four Utah students with scholarships worth a full year of tuition.
Press release announcing the availability of two full-tuition scholarships and twenty $2,000 scholarships for members of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).
Press release announcing the 33rd semi-annual commencement of WGU. Over 10,000 graduates will be recognized at the semi-annual commencement on Saturday July 15th at the Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Press release announcing the appointment of the CEO and President of Dreambox Learning, Jessie Wooley-Wilson; and the Professor of Management Practice and Co-Director of the Managing the Future of Work Project at the Harvard Business School, Joseph B. Fuller, to the WGU Board of Trustees (BOT).
Press release announcing the availability of the WGU-Cybersecurity Diversity Foundation Scholarship. This scholarship is available through a partnership between the Cybersecurity Diversity Foundation (CDF) and WGU.
Press release announcing the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) ranking WGU one of seven schools to earn the highest overall quality score for its undergraduate secondary teacher prep programs.
Press release announcing the availability of $500,000 in WGU Salute to Veterans Scholarships, available to veterans, active-duty military, reservists, and military family members.
Press release announcing WGU being selected from among 60 digital courseware initiatives in the Online Learning Consortium's (OLC) annual #DLIAward competition.
Press release announcing WGU's chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society highlighted for achievements in nursing at ceremony in Indianapolis. The awards received by WGU's Psi Upsilon Chapter recognized the organization for activities that supported two key aspects of the Sigma President Call to Action: promoting the importance of influencing world health through policy and promoting lifelong learning.
Press release announcing WGU being recognized by the Nurses Boards Coalition (NOBC) as a Founding Healthcare Leadership Organization Strategic Partner.
Press release announcing Ohio Department of Higher Education Chancellor John Carey signing approval document for WGU to establish a new affiliate, WGU Ohio.