Day: January 14, 2016

Grantham University Commemorates 65 Year Birthday with a Year of Impact University staff members pay tribute to 65 years of service by stepping up University-wide volunteerism and fundraising efforts. Lenexa, Kan. –  Grantham University, one of the oldest accredited, private, degree-granting distance education universities in the United States, is celebrating its 65th birthday – throughout the entire year. The University is launching an internal campaign to reinforce Grantham’s inherent focus on giving back to the community, with employee contests, events and motivational videos, and team and individual volunteer opportunities planned throughout the year.   The University was founded in 1951 by Donald Grantham, a World War II veteran whose vision was to make education achievable for military service members and veterans. Over the past 65 years, Grantham’s commitment to serving those who serve with affordable, accessible higher education has evolved into a culture of “service” that extends to helping those in need, as well.   “More than 400 University staff members will commemorate the birthday, as we reach out to our various communities to assist with volunteer needs,” said Kip Esry, Grantham’s vice president of human resources. “Our employees as a whole have been historically generous in donating their time and talents to those less fortunate, and we are excited to present them with additional opportunities to continue doing so. What better way to celebrate 65 solid years of service than by sharing the gift of giving with those around us.”   As one of the University’s planned events, Grantham will hold a community fair this spring and invite non-profit organizations to talk with employees about their mission and needs. Employees may choose to volunteer individually or in groups. For more information, contact Leila Gallagher, Grantham University community relations specialist at [email protected] or by calling 913-309-4804. Throughout the years, Grantham has evolved in line with changing technologies while maintaining its focus on delivering an exceptional student experience. Today, the 100-percent online university is nationally recognized leader in online and military education serving a global student population. About Grantham University: Established in 1951, Grantham University offers 50 online undergraduate and graduate degree programs and certificates. With a mission to provide quality, accessible, affordable, professionally relevant programs in a continuously changing global society, Grantham’s courses are 100 percent online, allowing students to study at home, at work, on Temporary Duty or from almost anywhere in the world. Continuously accredited since 1961 by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), Grantham University has earned a distinguished record as a respected and accredited distance learning university spanning more than six decades of service.   ###

GRANTHAM UNIVERSITY RECOGNIZED BY INTERNATIONAL ASSEMBLY FOR COLLEGIATE BUSINESS EDUCATION Grantham Earns First-Time Accreditation of its Business Degree Programs LENEXA, Kan. – Grantham University, an online university that, on January 2nd, celebrated 65 years of helping military and civilian adult learners earn their college education, recently achieved first-time accreditation of its Mark Skousen School of Business. While the University has been institutionally accredited since 1961, the recent programmatic accreditation by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE) further substantiates the academic excellence of its many undergraduate and graduate business programs.                        Niccole Buckley, assistant chief academic officer and dean for the Mark Skousen School of Business, said, “This is a significant accomplishment for Grantham University, and one in which we take great pride. Our faculty and staff work diligently every day assisting and teaching adult learners to achieve their dreams, and our commitment to academic excellence reflects that effort.”   Programmatic IACBE accreditation is mission-driven and outcomes-based, and involves an independent, external evaluation of the institution’s business programs. To achieve its accreditation, Grantham’s School of Business participated in a rigorous self-study, underwent a comprehensive, independent peer review and demonstrated compliance with the Accreditation Principles of the IACBE. In addition, Grantham’s School of Business exhibits a solid, long-standing commitment to continuous improvement, excellence in business education, and advancing academic quality in its business programs and operations.   Grantham’s School of Business’ distinction as an IACBE-accredited program further solidifies the University’s reputation as a leader and innovator in online education – consistently living up to its mission of delivering quality, accessible, affordable and professionally relevant programs for adult learners.   Also to the Business School’s credit is acknowledgement by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) that Grantham’s Human Resource program coursework fully aligns with SHRM’s HR Curriculum Guidebook and Templates.  Grantham University has also been reviewed and approved as a Registered Educational Provider of the Project Management Institute (PMI). Earlier this year, the financial planning degree program was approved by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. This means students who complete Grantham’s financial planning program will have the added benefit of meeting the education requirements for CFP® Certification Examination administered by the CFP Board.   For more information regarding the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education visit www.iacbe.org. About Grantham University Having celebrated its 65th birthday on January 2, 2016, Grantham University is one of the oldest private, post-secondary, degree-granting distance learning universities in the United States.  Recognized for eight consecutive years as one of America’s Top Military-Friendly Colleges and Universities by Military Advanced Education, Grantham has a deep and proud history of serving students who are active-duty, veterans or retired military. The University today extends its experience in distance learning to both military and non-military students who share a common desire to achieve higher education as a means to a bright future.  www.grantham.edu     ###

January 12, 2016 Contact: Carol Best                   Public Relations Manager 913-971-3586 office; 913-575-6309 cell; [email protected]   Online Bachelor of Business Administration Announced at MNU   Olathe, Kansas, — Students seeking career preparation in business will have a new opportunity at MidAmerica Nazarene University next fall. The online Bachelor of Business Administration will begin its first class in August 2016. The 26-month program will offer 45 credit hours in business courses such as management, economics, ethics and strategy in back-to-back eight week courses.   The new program joins 18 other professional and graduate programs. In 1987 MNU was one of the first universities to enter the accelerated adult and graduate degree market says BBA Program Chair Yorton Clark, Ph.D.   “MNU has a proven history of providing education that fits the needs of adults completing a degree and seeking career advancement,” Clark says. “I’m excited about the addition of this online program that is not only convenient, but is also a sought-after degree that’s applicable to multiple fields in business.”   Clark also pointed out that as students look to their future goals this program offers curriculum that is easily built upon.   “Completing this degree will allow students a seamless transition to an MBA program,” Clark says.   Students may begin the program if they have at least 45 hours of transferrable college credit and a 2.0 GPA or higher. Each eight-week course is taught by MNU School of Business faculty who, according to Clark, are experienced educators with a true desire to see students succeed.   Eight of MNU’s School of Business programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).   For more information on the online Bachelor of Business Administration program visit www.mnu.edu/bba.   ###   ABOUT MNU MidAmerica Nazarene University is a private, Christian, liberal arts university founded in 1966. Offering 40 plus traditional undergraduate majors, the university is also known for its accelerated professional and graduate programs, including undergraduate degrees in management and nursing and graduate degrees in business, education, nursing, and counseling, and postgraduate certificates. Online offerings include classes in education, nursing, business and associate’s-level studies. Study abroad as well as service-learning experiences are encouraged through MNU’s Go Global, MNU Europe, and ServiceCorps programs. The campus is located on 105 acres in Olathe, Kan., and operates a location in Liberty, Mo., for professional and graduate programs. More information may be found at www.mnu.edu.