National College News

Benefits of becoming bilingual

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

Learning a second language can help more than just your job search.

Graduates Celebrate at 2013 Commencement Ceremony

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

The Lynchburg Campus brought out full pomp and circumstance on Friday, May 31st, as 72 graduates walked across the stage at the Tree of Life Ministries to receive their hard-earned diplomas and degrees.

Congressman Robert Hurt Delivers Inspiring Commencement Speech

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

On the evening of Thursday, May 30th, the Danville, Virginia Campus celebrated as 66 students received their diplomas and degrees at the George Washington High School auditorium.

Graduate is Grateful for National Education and New Career

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

A successful education and connections made during an externship helped Jessica White find a new career that she is proud of.

Students Represent ANU at Local Colors Festival

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

American National University’s English as a Second Language (ESL) program was well-represented at the Local Colors festival in Roanoke on May 18th.

Paralegal Graduate Gets One Step Closer to Accomplishing Career Goals

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

Shemeka McMillian enrolled in the paralegal program at American National University’s Roanoke Valley Campus in April 2010, on the recommendation of her mother, who had previously taken some classes at the campus.

Career Fair Resulted in Three Job Offers

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

The Indianapolis Campus recently hosted a career fair that resulted in five interviews and three job offers.

Campus Celebrates Academic Achievements of Class of 2013

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

On Thursday, May 23rd, the Youngstown Campus celebrated the success of 76 graduates at a graduation ceremony held at Powers Auditorium.

Mother of Five Recipient of Achievement Award

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

Graduate Kyntoia Wilkinson was recently hired as an accounting assistant by Symbiotix, a medical communications company.

Academic Accomplishments Helped Business Owner Find Success

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

Valerie Persinger, owner of Caregiver 911, a non-medical home care agency, came to the Louisville Campus to get the tools that she needed to succeed as a business owner.

Councilwoman Shevawn Akers Urges Lexington Campus Graduates to Chase Their Dreams

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

On Thursday, May 30th, the Lexington Campus celebrated the culmination of hard work and dedication as the diplomas and degrees of 101 graduates were conferred.

Sara Sparks – Difference Maker at the Madison Campus

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

Sara Sparks at the Madison Campus was selected as a National College Difference Maker.

Graduate Transfers National College Credits to Nearby University and Finds Career Fulfillment

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

When planning for his future, Thomas Ball was not certain what kind of career he wanted for his life but he knew he was interested in the medical field.

Student Wants to Use Education to Help People and Give Back

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

Irene Cruz, a student in the medical assisting degree program at the Columbus Campus, likes to feel like she is helping people and giving back to her community.

Thanks to National, Graduate Developed a Passion for Her Career in the Medical Field

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

Krysta Abrams, a 2013 graduate from the Florence Campus, recently utilized the trilogy of degree, certification, and externship to help her stand out above other applicants and land a job as a registered medical assistant with Hometown Urgent Care.

Fort Wayne Campus Awards First Associate’s Degrees at Graduation Ceremony

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

The Fort Wayne Campus awarded its first associate’s degrees at its second commencement ceremony, held on Thursday, May 23 at the Allen County Public Library auditorium, in downtown Fort Wayne.

State Representative Harry Brooks Urges Graduates to Follow Their Dreams at Commencement Ceremony

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

The family and friends of 53 proud and excited graduates from the Knoxville Campus gathered on May 25th for the campus’s annual graduation ceremony which featured a commencement address by Tennessee State Representative Harry Brooks.

Women Veterans Event Held at the Louisville Campus

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

On Friday, May 17th, the Kentucky Women Veterans Program (KWVP) of the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs (KDVA) hosted a day of pampering for women veterans at the Louisville Campus.

Campus Forms Partnership with Bluegrass Military Affairs Coalition

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

On May 18th, staff, faculty, and students from the Lexington Campus participated in the Bluegrass Military Affairs Coalition (BMAC) Armed Forces Day Awards Dinner.

Campus Confers Degrees with CEO of Ephraim McDowell Health

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

The Danville, Kentucky campus held its graduation ceremony on Thursday, May 23rd at the Norton Center for the Arts.

South Bend Mayor Rallies Graduates

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

On Wednesday, May 22, the South Bend Campus welcomed Mayor Peter Buttigieg to its commencement ceremony, held at Sunnyside Presbyterian Church near the campus.

State Representative Courtney Rogers Participates in Graduation Ceremony for Two Campuses

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

On Friday, May 24th, the Nashville and Madison Campuses joined together at Madison Church of Christ to celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2013.

Students Get First-Hand Account of What It Is Like in the Operating Room

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

On April 23rd, students in the surgical technology program at the Danville, Virginia Campus met at the Roanoke Ambulatory Surgery Center for a closer look into their new careers.

IT Student/Employee Helps to Resolve Computer Problems at Local Restaurant

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

Zaxby’s, a local restaurant, was fortunate to have National College student Samuel Wyar working there as a manager when they recently experienced computer and network problems.

Campus Assists Students of the Mercer County Technical Education Center

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

The Princeton Campus recently partnered with the Mercer County Technical Education Center (MCTEC) to perform mock interviews for students from their welding and automotive programs.

International Student Advances Opportunities

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

Student Ronald Okwemba (pictured) has been interested in computers since he was young. “For me, I always find it easier to deal with computers than people,” he says. “They don’t change!”

Campus Celebrates Class of 2013 with Kentucky State Representative Addia Wuchner

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

Academic achievement and the inception of new careers were celebrated during commencement services held by the Florence Campus on Wednesday, May 22nd at Receptions Conference Center.

Students Can Finish Associate’s Degree Program in less than 15 Months

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

American National University and National College are committed to helping students get in – get out – and get a job.

American National University Signs Agreements with Vietnamese Universities

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:01 EST

For American National University President Frank Longaker, it was a full circle more than 40 years in the making.

Studying by Style: Kinesthetic

Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:01 EST

Individuals who learn through handling and using objects are known as tactile or kinesthetic learners.

Student Moves from California to Virginia to Study English as a Second Language at ANU

Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:01 EST

With many degrees behind her and a plan to master the English language, Masako “Stella” Kanda has a bright future ahead of her.

Kevin Stewart – Difference Maker at the Cincinnati Campus

Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:01 EST

Kevin Stewart at the Cincinnati Campus was selected as a National College Difference Maker

Students Team Up with Tutors and Work Study Groups to Succeed

Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:01 EST

Students at the Lynchburg Campus regularly turn to each other when they need help in a class.

Guest Speaker Offers Advice to Students about Entrepreneurship

Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:01 EST

Aurelia Jackson, chief marketing officer of Diversity Distribution and Planning Commissioner of East St. Louis, Illinois, spoke to students about how to start their own business.

Networking Connections During Career Fair Resulted in Job Offers for Two Students

Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:01 EST

On April 10th, the Madison Campus held a business and medical career fair for students, graduates, and job seekers in the community.

Campus Career Fair Puts Students in Touch with Potential Employers

Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:01 EST

On Wednesday, May 15th, the Danville, Kentucky Campus held a career fair where students were able to network with area employers.

Graduate Feels Comfortable At School and In Her New Career

Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:01 EST

Jotisha Weaver had worked as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) for 13 years when she decided to continue her education to advance her career in the medical field.

Students Diagnose Computer Problems in PC Repair Clinic

Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:01 EST

On Saturday, March 30th, students in the information systems engineering (ISE) degree program at the Florence Campus held a PC Repair Clinic.

Pain Treatment Center Recognized as a Distinguished Community Employer

Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:01 EST

The progression from student, to extern, to employee is the goal of every medical assisting student at National College, and one that is made possible through the support of employers who are committed to students’ success.

Delegate Offers Encouragement and Praise to National College Class of 2013

Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:01 EST

On Monday, May 20th, Delegate Marty Gearheart, who represents West Virginia’s 27th District, delivered a message about persistence and finding success to a crowd of National College graduates at the Princeton Campus graduation ceremony.