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Winston State Salem Undergraduate Catalog

JonM — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 21:54:20 GMT

University Mission Statement

Winston-Salem State University is a public university whose primary mission is to offer high quality educational programs at the baccalaureate level for a diverse student population. Master’s level programs for professional study are also available from the university and hrough inter-institutional agreements. While the primary focus is on teaching and learning, the niversity encourages scholarship and creative activities by faculty and students, and engages in mutually beneficial relationships with the community in ways that complement its educational mission.

About Winston-Salem State University

Winston-Salem State University was founded in 1892 and its main campus is located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. "Its world-class degree programs offer the flexibility to accommodate diverse life situations of both traditional and non-traditional students ranging from recent high-school graduates to working adults.;"

Winston-Salem State University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Vanderbilt University Catalog 2009

JonM — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 21:45:20 GMT

Vanderbilt University Mission Statement

Vanderbilt University is a center for scholarly research, informed and creative teaching, and service to the community and society at large. Vanderbilt will uphold the highest standards and be a leader in the:

quest for new knowledge through scholarship
dissemination of knowledge through teaching and outreach
creative experimentation of ideas and concepts

In pursuit of these goals, Vanderbilt values most highly

intellectual freedom that supports open inquiry
equality, compassion, and excellence in all endeavors

University of Scranton Undergraduate 2009-2010 Catalog

JonM — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:36:59 GMT

About The University of Scranton

The University of Scranton was originally founded in 1888. Its main campus is located in Scranton, Pennsylvania. It describes itself as a "a Catholic and Jesuit university."

The University of Scranton is regionally accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

Stratford University 2009

JonM — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:09:19 GMT

Mission of Stratford University

Stratford University is a private institution of higher learning. The student body is quite diverse, including new high school graduates, working professionals, and persons desiring to change their career fields.

The mission of Stratford University is to prepare students for rewarding and challenging careers by providing quality, competency-based educational programs that meet the changing needs of employers in emerging high demand industries.

In order to meet this mission, the University offers a variety of graduate, undergraduate, and diploma programs in emerging and high employment demand fields. To meet the needs of a diverse community of learners, the University provides education that balances technical, professional, and critical thinking components.

More About Stratford University

Stratford University was originally established in 1976 with a main campus located in Falls Church, Virginia and a branch campus in Woodbridge, Virginia. "Stratford University seeks to give its students relevant skills and knowledge, leading to a satisfying career and maximizing their potential. We combine sound instructional technology with an insight into the business career market to produce a valuable and unique educational service."

Stratford University is nationally accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools.

Polytechnic University Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog 2007-2010

JonM — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:44:41 GMT

Polytechnic University Mission Statement

To produce and support the leaders of tomorrow, we will provide excellence in research and education in engineering, computing, science and related fields for the New York region and the world.

Philadelphia University Student Handbook

JonM — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:39:45 GMT

Philadelphia University Misson Statement

Philadelphia University is a student-centered institution that prepares graduates for successful careers in an evolving global marketplace. By blending the liberal arts and sciences, professional studies, interdisciplinary learning and collaborations in and out of the classroom, students learn to thrive in diverse and challenging environments. Our students are encouraged to form supportive relationships with each other as well as faculty, staff and alumni in an academically rigorous setting that is focused on intellectual and personal growth. Philadelphia University is an experiential learning community where integrity, creativity, curiosity, ethics, responsibility and the free exchange of ideas are valued.

Pierce College Catalog

JonM — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:35:51 GMT

ACCREDITATION
Peirce College is authorized by the Pennsylvania Department of Education to award the Bachelor of Science degree and the Associate in Science degree. Peirce College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19104; phone 215-662-5606. The Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation.

The Bachelor of Science and Associate in Science degrees and the Certificate of Proficiency in Paralegal Studies are approved by the American Bar Association (ABA). The Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) accredits Bachelor of Science and Associate in Science degrees in Business Administration. The College is approved for Veteran and Vocational Rehabilitation training. Eligible veterans, members of the National Guard, and the survivors and dependents of deceased and disabled veterans may be eligible to use G.I. benefits. Determination is made by the Veteran’s Administration. The Dean of Enrollment Management is the College’s certifying official for veteran’s benefits.

The College is a member of the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO), the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU), the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO), the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania (AICUP), and the Pennsylvania Association of Colleges and Universities (PACU).

The Peirce College Board of Trustees approves all bachelor’s and associate degrees and certificate programs.

MISSION STATEMENT
Founded in 1865, Peirce College is a private, four-year, specialized institution providing practical, leading-edge curricula to primarily working adult learners.

Penn Foster Student Handbook 2009

JonM — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:30:18 GMT

Dear Penn Foster Student,

Welcome to Penn Foster College. Your decision to enroll with us marks an important step on your path to success. You have chosen an institution that has been helping independent learners succeed since 1890, and you can be assured that we will help you, too.

This Catalog and Student Handbook contains information that you will need to know, from a statement of our mission and the outcomes you can expect from your Penn Foster education, to a description of policies and procedures that will guide your study, to learning support services available to you, and to an explanation of our accredited degree programs and courses. Please spend some time in reading this document, and be sure to keep it handy as a reference tool throughout your program. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.

We are committed to your success.

Best wishes,
Dr. Richard W. Ferrin
President

More About Penn Foster College

"In 1890, a newspaperman named Thomas J. Foster was the first to recognize that working adults with ambition needed a more convenient way to learn advanced skills. He developed the distance-learning method as a way of helping anthracite coal miners become mine superintendents and foremen."

Since then Penn Foster College has grown, with millions of graduates who have successfully completed the distance learning academic programs offered by Penn Foster. Penn Foster College is nationally accredited by DETC, the Distance Education and Training Council, and has been accredited by them since 1957.

Norwich University Catalog 2009-2010

JonM — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 16:01:56 GMT

About Norwich University

Norwich University was originally founded in 1819. Its main campus is located in Northfield, Vermont. "The School of Graduate Studies is built on a rigorous academic environment emphasizing interactive classes, mentoring relationships with faculty, and extensive hands-on learning."

Norwich University is regionally accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

Grand Canyon University 2009-2010 Course Catalog

JonM — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 17:43:14 GMT

Vision
Grand Canyon University is the premier Christian University educating people to lead and serve.

Mission Statement
Grand Canyon University prepares learners to become global citizens, critical thinkers, effective communicators, and responsible leaders by providing an academically-challenging, values-based curriculum from the context of our Christian heritage.