Articles from University of Phoenix

University of Phoenix is pleased to announce the launch of a new skills campaign highlighting its innovative programs designed to provide students with career-relevant skills in weeks, not years. The campaign is part of the University's ongoing commitment to aligning higher education with the evolving needs of the workforce. As part of this initiative, the University has released two compelling videos, “New Workforce” and “Those Who Don't’ Wait,” which provide a glimpse into how students can rapidly enhance their professional profiles and apply new skills immediately in their careers. The University’s commitment to a skills-mapped curriculum ensures that students benefit from their education throughout their courses, rather than just at graduation.

University of Phoenix is pleased to announce the two new skill development pathways available through its Professional Development Skills Center. The pathways, “Talent Management" and "Workplace Wellness: Awareness and Action" are designed to support HR teams, leadership, and employees in creating healthier workplaces and ensuring a future-ready workforce.

University of Phoenix is proud to support the Arizona Diamondbacks’ Winter Classic event each year with employee volunteers and as the presenting partner. The 27th annual D-backs Winter Classic, presented by University of Phoenix, took place from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Tuesday, December 10. Event coordinators estimate 100 University of Phoenix, Phoenix-based employees volunteered alongside D-backs players, coaches and staff for the celebration. University volunteers handed out backpacks filled with gifts for the children including new shoes, a sweatshirt, and books. More than 600 children attended the event.

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies has released a new white paper, “Overcoming Talent Stagnation: Enhancing Skills for Marketability,” by TaMika Fuller, DBA, an affiliate of the Center for Educational and Instructional Technology Research (CEITR) and College alumna, and Victoria Lender, DBA. The authors draw upon data from the University of Phoenix Career Institute® 2024 Career Optimism Index study to explore the problem and causes of talent stagnation, how employees can enhance their own skills, and what solutions are available for employers in an age of rapidly evolving technology.

University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Mary Elizabeth Smith, M.Ed., director, Learning Innovation and Strategy, joined the Competency-Based Education Network (C-BEN) conference, CBExchange, November 9-13 in Phoenix, AZ, a leading conference on competency-based education. Smith led the session, “Improving a CB Model: Onboarding, Refining the New Student Experience, and Overcoming isolation,” on November 12, 2024.

University of Phoenix is proud to share it is a recipient of the EC-Council 2024 Academic Partner of the Year Award. The EC-Council Academia division awards formally highlight academic institutions and faculty within North America and across the world that demonstrate exceptional innovation, impact and dedication to shaping the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. This year’s winners were selected from a pool of over 2,000 academic institutions and recipients were honored for advancing a diverse cybersecurity skillset for their students, while preparing them for an increasingly complex and digital-first world.

University of Phoenix is pleased to highlight that McCeil Johnson, J.D., vice president of Accreditation and Regulatory Compliance, was elected by the UPCEA® Board of Directors to serve as co-chair on the Board’s Diversity and Inclusive Excellence Committee for a two-year term. UPCEA is the association for college and university leaders in professional, continuing, and online education.

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies has released the Fall 2024 edition of its Phoenix Scholar™ academic research periodical. The periodical highlights the commitment of University of Phoenix faculty, students and alumni to leading research through evidence-based practice. The Fall 2024 Phoenix Scholar issue highlights the capacity of research to inspire positive change, showcasing discoveries and social interventions.

University of Phoenix is proud to announce the launch of its Degrees of Success™ podcast which showcases the inspiring journeys of its extraordinary alumni. Hosted by Freda Richards, the podcast delves into the personal and professional lives of graduates who have overcome challenges and achieved remarkable success. With her genuine enthusiasm for human connection and transparency, Richards brings a unique and engaging perspective to each conversation. The University, which has more than one million alumni, aims to share these incredible stories with a wider audience through the captivating series.

University of Phoenix is pleased to continue its webinar series with Goalsetter, an award-winning financial education platform dedicated to helping individuals and families achieve financial wellness through engaging and practical resources. The second installment of the ten-part series will focus on “Paying for School and Scholarships,” and will take place on Tuesday, December 17, at 12 p.m. MST. This session will feature Founder and CEO of Goalsetter Tanya Van Court, Senior Vice President of Operations for iGrad® Kevin Soehner, and will be moderated by Director of Financial Literacy for University of Phoenix Chris Conway. The discussion will cover essential topics such as finding and applying for scholarships and understanding different types of student loans.

In a new survey conducted by the Harris Poll on behalf of University of Phoenix, majorities of human resource (HR) managers across financial services, healthcare and manufacturing cite higher quality of work as a top outcome that occurs when employees are engaged at work, as well as higher levels of innovation and creativity. However, just 31% of HR managers give their company an A grade for their employee engagement—leaving the rest with room to grow, including 28% who give themselves a C or below.

University of Phoenix is proud to announce that Marc Booker, Ph.D., vice provost of strategy for the University, is the inaugural recipient of the Pacific Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (PACRAO) Impact Award. This award recognizes individuals who make a significant contribution to PACRAO through service and leadership on committees or service as a member of the Executive Board. It honors those who have made significant and sustained contributions to the association beyond their first years as a member.

University of Phoenix is pleased to be a recipient of the distinguished UPCEA® Excellence in Marketing Award recognizing the University's integrated television campaigns on competency-based master’s degree programs, “Masters on the Mind” and “Channel Surfing.” The awards are sponsored by UPCEA’s Marketing, Enrollment, and Student Success Network and were spotlighted at the 2024 UPCEA MEMS: Marketing, Enrollment Management and Student Success conference held December 3-5 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

University of Phoenix is pleased to introduce a new career-focused skills pathway focused on soft skills through its Professional Development Skills Center. The pathway is designed to equip businesses and their employees with the skills necessary for effective cross-functional collaboration, problem-solving, decision-making, time management, and empathetic communication techniques.

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies welcomed more than 1,000 attendees during its 2024 Knowledge Without Boundaries Summit, held October 17-19, 2024. The virtual research event, titled “Rise of the Scholar-Practitioner,” served as a dynamic forum for research, while also exploring the innovative possibilities for advancing the value prospects amongst industry practices, scholar-practitioner engagement, and ever-evolving research concerning pivotal societal issues.

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies’ Center for Educational and Instructional Technology Research (CEITR) Senior Fellow and Doctoral Instructor Louise Underdahl, Ph.D., MPA, MSLS, joined the proceedings of the International Leadership Association’s (ILA) 26th Global Conference, November 7-10, 2024, in Chicago, IL, leading a roundtable discussion titled, “How Can Career Influencers Improve Student and Graduate Employability?”.

University of Phoenix is pleased to share that College of Nursing Dean Raelene Brooks, Ph.D., RN, was named to the 2025 “Who’s Who in Healthcare: Industry Leaders” List by AZ Business magazine. This is the third year in a row Dr. Brooks has received the honor, which seeks to recognize the contributions of healthcare leaders across Arizona. Designations to the Who's Who in Healthcare list come from a panel of professional leaders from a variety of industries including healthcare, higher education and business, in conjunction with AZ Business magazine's editorial board.

University of Phoenix Career Navigator career guidance platform has strengthened the University ecosystem of skills-focused career planning support for students and alumni with more than 100,000 unique users engaging it since its launch in 2023. The Career Navigator platform brings together career-focused tools in a user-friendly interface where students and alumni can easily search various career options, plan their next steps, assess their skills, and explore job opportunities that align with their program and goals.

University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Janet Fukuda, M.Ed, CPACC, manager, Accessibility and Usability, and Jelisa Dallas, M.S.Ed., program manager, Recognized Student Organizations, joined the 2024 Accelerate Conference hosted by the Online Learning Consortium, November 18-21, 2024, in Orlando, Florida, to share insights on how the University of Phoenix empowers online students through inclusive support, accessibility, and advocacy.

University of Phoenix is a Top 100 Degree Producer in the latest annual rankings released by Diverse: Issues In Higher Education identifying the institutions that confer the most undergraduate and graduate degrees to minority students, a ranking in which the University has been included since report launched in 2017. The Top 100 Degree Producers rankings is based on analysis of the preliminary public release of 2022-23 data by Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the U.S. Department of Education’s National Center for Statistics. University of Phoenix is #23 in the 2024 rankings of Top 100 Degree Producers for conferring bachelor’s degrees to minority students from a total data sample of 2,555 institutions.

University of Phoenix is pleased to announce that Vice President of Accessibility, Equity and Inclusion Kelly Hermann co-presented at the 2024 1EdTech Member Meeting on November 12-14 at the North Charleston Marriott in North Charleston, South Carolina. The presentation, titled “US Department of Justice Guidelines and the 1EdTech Accessibility Rubric,” focused on the importance of ensuring mobile apps and web content are accessible and compliant with the newest Web Content Accessibility Guidelines.

University of Phoenix is pleased to report that more than three thousand individuals have graduated from its competency-based Master of Business Administration (MBA-CB), Master of Health Administration (MHA-CB), Master of Information Systems (MIS-CB) and RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN-CB) degree programs, all of which are intended to leverage students’ real-world skills and knowledge to accelerate learning and degree completion in the classroom with the support of practitioner faculty.

In celebration of International Leadership Week, November 18-22, University of Phoenix is pleased to announce the launch of new career-focused skill pathways in leadership and management through its Professional Development Skills Center. According to the Coursera Global Skill Report of 2024, “leadership and social influence” ranks as the 9th highest in-demand core skill, with nearly 40% of organizations considering it essential to their workforce. Furthermore, 53.1% of organizations believe its importance is increasing, making it the 4th highest priority for skill training and a key component in reskilling and upskilling strategies from 2023 to 2027.

The University of Phoenix Career Institute® and Center on Rural Innovation will be hosting a free, in-depth webinar titled “Bridging Barriers to Career Opportunity and Economic Growth for the Future of Rural America” on December 3, 2024, from 12:30 pm – 2 pm ET. The discussion will provide key insights from the G.R.O.W. Generating Rural Opportunities in the Workforce™ report, a comprehensive study of rural workforce challenges and the innovative paths forward to support economic and career development in rural communities.

University of Phoenix is pleased to share that leaders and scholars within the College of Doctoral Studies’ Center for Workplace Diversity and Inclusion Research (CWDIR) presented at the EDUCAUSE Annual Conference, held virtually November 13-14. Marlene Blake, Ph.D., doctoral instructor and CWDIR fellow, and Adrian Allen, DBA, CWDIR fellow, joined the proceedings to share insights from a mixed-methods study examining social capital and student belongingness in higher education, from research conducted with Kimberly Underwood, Ph.D., CWDIR chair, Sandra Sessoms-Penny, Ed.D., CWDIR senior research fellow, Joy Taylor, Ed.D., CWDIR senior research fellow, Jessica Flores, Ed.D., CWDIR fellow and Clery Compliance Officer at the University, and Patricia Battson, DM, CWDIR fellow and Academic Research Analyst, Resolution Services at the University.

University of Phoenix is holding a new webinar in its Educational Equity Webinar Series, titled “Beyond Equity Narratives: Thrivance Kinship Practice for Educational Transformation,” on November 21, 2024, at 11 a.m. MDT. The event will feature Dr. Andrew Jolivette, whose extensive professional experience includes practices for building transformational diversity, education, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) programs centered on the kinship, thrivance and building lasting cultural change.

University of Phoenix is proud to be a Medal of Honor sponsor in support of the annual Phoenix Veterans Day Parade, managed and presented by the nonprofit Honoring America's Veterans on November 11, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. MST. The annual parade honored the service and sacrifices of U.S. military veterans and their families; this year’s parade theme was “Welcome Home, Vietnam Veterans: Sacrifice Remembered.”

University of Phoenix is proud to announce that Chief Strategy and Customer Officer Ruth Veloria has been appointed to the Arouet Foundation’s inaugural Career Assessment Skills Enhancement (CASE) Workforce Advisory Panel. Veloria will contribute her extensive professional experience in strategy, customer experience, and workforce development to support the foundation’s mission of empowering women transitioning out of Arizona’s correctional system.

University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Janet Fukuda, M.Ed, CPACC, manager, Accessibility and Usability and Sunni Curtis, specialist, Digital Accessibility in the Accessibility & Student Accommodations Office joined the 2nd annual ASU Accessibility Awareness Day on November 7, 2024, held virtually and at the campus of Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona. Fukuda and Curtis joined the event to share insights on an initiative at University of Phoenix to embed accessibility within the digital user experience and user interface (UX/UI) design process.

University of Phoenix is proud to share that McCeil Johnson, J.D., vice president of Accreditation and Regulatory Compliance, is the recipient of the 2024 Alumni Achievement Award from the University of Iowa College of Law. The College of Law’s alumni awards program recognizes alumni who have made significant achievements in their careers and in their service to the College of Law. The program features four award categories: Emerging Leader, Alumni Achievement, Alumni Service, and the Iowa Law Review Distinguished Alumni. Johnson is one of four distinguished alumni to receive recognition this year.

University of Phoenix is pleased to announce a new webinar series with Goalsetter, an award-winning financial education platform dedicated to helping individuals and families achieve financial wellness through engaging and practical resources. The ten-part series will launch with a discussion on “Managing Credit Card Debt and Fostering Good Credit Habits,” on Tuesday, November 19, at 12 p.m. MST. Featuring Tanya Van Court, Founder and CEO of Goalsetter, Kevin Soehner, Senior VP of Operations for iGrad®, and moderated by Chris Conway, Director of Financial Literacy at University of Phoenix, the discussion will focus on building good credit habits, understanding interest rates, and how credit can impact personal finance decisions. Throughout the series, participants will gain valuable insights and practical strategies to manage their finances and plan for a secure financial future, as well as have the opportunity to engage in a Q&A session during each webinar.

University of Phoenix announces that Kent Blumberg, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP, national account manager, Workforce Solutions, and senior faculty in the College of Business and Information Technology, led a workshop exploring findings of the University’s Career Institute® Career Optimism Index® study and implications for employers at the 2024 CAEL (Council for Adult and Experiential Learning) Annual Conference on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, in New Orleans, LA.

University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Director of Institutional Assessment Dr. Alisa Fleming and College of Education Program Chair Chandra Shepherd joined the proceedings of the 2024 American Association of University Administrators (AAUA) Conference with a presentation focused on inclusive curriculum review. The presentation, titled "Taking Flight: Piloting an Inclusive Curriculum Review in Higher Education,” examined the ways in which higher education institutions can ensure that the student learning experience reflects the varied perspectives and experiences of all learners.

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies has released a new white paper, “Overcoming Barriers: Helping Working Moms Overcome Obstacles,” by TaMika Fuller, DBA, an affiliate of the Center for Educational and Instructional Technology Research (CEITR) and College alumna. In the white paper, Fuller draws upon data from the University of Phoenix Career Institute® 2023 Mothers Overcome More™ or the M.O.M.™ report to explore the top stressors experienced by working mothers, the perceptions of mothers regarding their current jobs or careers, and strategies organizations can use to help working moms overcome obstacles.

In response to the growing demand for AI skills in the workforce, University of Phoenix is excited to announce the launch of new career-focused skill pathways in Practical AI in the Workplace through its Professional Development Skills Center.

University of Phoenix has released a new white paper, “Advancing Graduate Education Through Credit for Prior Learning: A Framework for Equity, Access, and Academic Success,” by authors Ryan Williams, MM, MIS, senior manager, Operations, and Natalie Pratt, M.Ed., MC, MBA, associate dean, Business Programs, both in the College of Business and Information Technology. The white paper draws upon academic research and institutional practices to propose a framework supporting the assessment of graduate level credit for prior learning (CPL), and underscores the benefits including accelerating time to graduation, enhancing student motivation, and improving graduation rates.

University of Phoenix is holding a free webinar on the practical aspects of earning college credit for prior learning and life and work experiences, titled “The Ins and Outs of Transfer Credit,” on October 22 at 5:00 pm PDT. The event is part of the University’s outreach during National Transfer Student Week to raise awareness and understanding of the practical ways that transferring credit can save students time and money.

University of Phoenix announces that College of General Studies Associate Dean Jacquelyn Kelly, Ph.D, will co-present two sessions with industry leaders Frederick Tack, PE, Consor Engineering, and Hunter Moore, CEO, Cazador Consulting, at the 2024 Arizona STEM & Innovation Summit hosted by SciTech Institute and Arizona Science Center in Phoenix, AZ, on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. The Summit assembles Arizona’s STEM ecosystem, bringing together educators, community members, industry leaders and collaborators and features keynotes, workshops, and panel discussion in track options including educational professional development, sustainable innovation, computer science and data, broadband, health sciences, electric vehicles, and advanced manufacturing.

University of Phoenix celebrates National Transfer Student Week, established as the third week of October by The National Institute for the Study of Transfer Students (NISTS), and the opportunities students have to save time and money when transferring between educational institutions or returning to school with some college credit and no degree. University of Phoenix has implemented policies and strategies that allow transfer students to maximize prior college credits by transferring from more than 5,000 accredited institutions toward a bachelor’s degree at the University.

University of Phoenix announced the winners of the 2024 President’s Award for Excellence in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging in Research, Scholarship and Dissertation at the annual Knowledge Without Boundaries (KWB) Research Summit held by the College of Doctoral Studies on October 18, 2024. All winners and nominees were recognized in a presentation of the awards by University of Phoenix President Chris Lynne.

University of Phoenix is pleased to announce that it will host a webinar “Embracing the Future: Benefits and Uses of Generative AI” on Thursday, November 7, 12:00pm AZT (11:00am PT, 2:00pm ET). The event features University of Phoenix leaders Marc Booker, Ph.D., vice provost, Strategy; Mary Elizabeth Smith, M.Ed., director, Learning Innovation Strategy in the Center for Teaching and Learning; Tahnja Wilson, MBA, director, Faculty Training and Development in Academic Affairs; and Julie Cain, M.Ed., senior instructional designer, for a panel discussion focused on how generative AI can boost productivity, enhance content creation and support existing skills. The virtual event is free and open to the public.

University of Phoenix, a proud supporter and active member of the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) Task Force on Higher Education, a bipartisan task force, is pleased to share the release of a comprehensive report addressing the critical issues facing higher education today. The report, “A State-Led Strategy to Enhance the Value of Degrees,” results from a two-year study and provides a broad assessment of the state and federal roles in higher education.

The University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies has announced the winners of its 2024 Dissertation of the Year Award. All winners and nominees will be recognized at the university’s annual Knowledge Without Boundaries (KWB) Research Summit on October 17, 2024. The Dissertation of the Year winners will receive a certificate commemorating their hard work and all nominees are invited to present their research at the summit.

In celebration of Customer Service Week, October 7-11, University of Phoenix is pleased to announce the launch of new career-focused skill pathways in customer service through its Professional Development Skills Center.

University of Phoenix is holding a new webinar in its Educational Equity Webinar Series, titled “Reframing Disability: Accessibility, Allyship, and the Power of Friendship,” on October 17, 2024, at 11 a.m. AZT. The event will feature speakers Autumn Shearer, digital technology product management senior analyst for the Digital Accessibility Center of Excellence (DACE) and Cynthia Leimbach, lead conversation designer at University of Phoenix.

Researchers from University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Center for Educational and Instructional Technology Research (CEITR) present multiple research studies at the 2024 Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) International Convention. At its virtual event held October 1-3 and in-person event held October 19-23 in Kansas City, MO, marking its next 100 years as an organization, AECT brings together educational practitioners and researchers for the exchange and dissemination of instructional design scholarship and practice.

University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Marc Booker, Ph.D., Vice Provost of Strategy, and Vice President of Information Technology Shannon Wilson will be featured speakers at the 2024 Postsecondary Electronic Standards Council (PESC) Data Summit. The event, which will be held on October 16-17, 2024 in Garden Grove, CA, provides a platform for leaders in education, policy, and technology to explore emerging trends and innovations in data standards.

University of Phoenix Professional Development is pleased to lead a Chief Learning Officer (CLO) webinar for workplace leaders on how to support impactful workplace learning through artificial intelligence (AI) and scenario-based learning. The webinar, "AI and Scenario-Based Learning: Upskilling for Workforce Adaptability," will be led by Dr. Molly Gonzales, M.Ed., Ed.D. Director of Educational Programs Development for University of Phoenix, on Wednesday, October 16, 2:00pm ET.

John Woods, Ph.D., provost and chief academic officer at University of Phoenix, was featured on the “Future of Education” podcast, where he shared insights into how the University is revolutionizing education for working adults through its innovative skills-based curriculum. The episode, released on September 15, 2024, delves into how this approach equips learners with the practical skills needed to excel in today’s rapidly evolving workforce.

University of Phoenix proudly joins the nation in celebrating National Student Parent Month, honoring the perseverance and achievements of the nearly 4 million Americans balancing education and parenthood, many of them working adults. At University of Phoenix, where 63% of students have dependents and 71% are female, the institution is committed to empowering student parents by providing comprehensive support systems, innovative academic programs, and targeted research initiatives that address the unique challenges faced by adult learners.

Today, the University of Phoenix Career Institute® and the Center on Rural Innovation (CORI), a nonprofit seeking to advance economic prosperity in rural communities, released the G.R.O.W.™ Generating Rural Opportunities in the Workforce™ report, providing a comprehensive look at the barriers Americans living in rural communities face in their day-to-day lives, and the impact these barriers have on career development and advancement opportunities.

Together with the Military Police Regimental Association (MPRA), University of Phoenix is proud to announce Johnnie Leggett., SSG, as the recipient of this full-tuition scholarship for a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree program for standard MPRA members or immediate family members of a standard MPRA member. Together with its members, MPRA works to provide a variety of services and assistance to Military Police leaders, soldiers and their families around the world.

University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Vice Provost Doris Savron, MBA, Associate Dean Jacquelyn Kelly, Ph.D., and Director of Faculty Training and Development C. Tahnja Wilson, MBA, will join the proceedings of the sold-out Convergence: Credential Innovation in Higher Education conference, September 30 – October 2 in New Orleans, LA. The annual event is presented jointly by UPCEA and AACRAO, organizations committed to the development and implementation of innovative credentials and brings together key stakeholders to define and develop institutional strategy with respect to alternative credentials.

University of Phoenix is pleased to announce the release of its new Transfer Student Guide, an extensive resource designed to help students and prospective students learn more about transfer credit opportunities, save time, and reduce the cost of their education. The Transfer Student Guide is a natural extension of the University's commitment to its students and complements existing policies and strategies, which allow transfer students to maximize prior college credits by transferring from more than 5,000 accredited institutions toward a bachelor’s degree at the University.

University of Phoenix is pleased to announce it will host an innovative and educational Hackathon Jr. event, slated to take place from 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. on October 26, 2024, at its campus located at 4035 S. Riverpoint Pkwy in Phoenix, AZ. This is the second year University of Phoenix will host the event, geared towards nurturing budding talents in technology and innovation. Hackathon Jr. events provide a unique platform for young minds to explore the world of coding and problem-solving in a supportive group setting that provides mentorship and collaboration for participants.

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies will hold its virtual annual research event, Knowledge Without Boundaries Summit, on October 17-19, 2024, “Rise of the Scholar-Practitioner.” The summit is intended to serve as a dynamic forum for research, while also exploring the innovative possibilities for advancing the value prospects amongst industry practices, scholar-practitioner engagement, and ever-evolving research concerning pivotal societal issues.

University of Phoenix will hold the next installment of its Educational Equity Webinar Series, “Equitable Feedback: Using Feedback to Improve Psychological Safety in Teams,” on September 19, 2024, at 12:00pm MDT. The event is part of a public series intended for educators, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) practitioners, higher education leaders and administrators, employers, nonprofit organizations, government affiliates, and University of Phoenix faculty, staff, students, and alumni across the globe.

University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Barbara Schifano, senior director of learning and development, joins the 2024 Association for Talent Development (ATD) Utah Chapter Learning Insights Conference in West Valley City, Utah, an event bringing together workplace learning, talent development, human resources (HR), and coaching professionals. Schifano will lead a breakout session, “A Fresh Approach to Talent Planning,” on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at 3:10 p.m. CDT, on the innovative new talent development model adopted this year by the University’s Human Resources.

University of Phoenix College of General Studies is pleased to announce the launch of a new General Education web page, designed to help current and prospective students understand the significant value that General Education courses add to their educational journey. These courses emphasize the development of durable, career-relevant skills that are essential for academic and professional success.

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies releases a new white paper, “Can Leaders’ Grit and Passion Spread Organizational Toxicity?,” authored by Juana Lang, Ed.D., M.Ed., associate faculty, and fellow in the University’s Center for Leadership Studies and Organizational Research (CLSOR), and Lucinda Hines, DHA, MBA, associate faculty, which leverages findings from the University of Phoenix Career Institute® 2024 Career Optimism Index® study to better understand the state of organizational leadership.

University of Phoenix proudly announces the release of its Annual Academic Report, a comprehensive document spotlighting innovation, academic advancements across its seven Colleges, and notable accomplishments by students, faculty, and alumni. This year's document continues the tradition of detailed and transparent reporting, offering insights into University operations and outcomes. The report also showcases the results of the third annual Career Optimism Index® study, a survey and analysis providing a nuanced understanding of workplace trends. The release of the Report underscores the University's commitment to transparency and its dedication to fostering academic excellence.

University of Phoenix is pleased to announce that it will host a webinar “The Future of Work: Why Skills are Taking Center Stage,” with Jobs For the Future (JFF) on Wednesday, September 18, 1:00pm PT. The event features Doris Savron, vice provost, Colleges, Curriculum and Assessment at University of Phoenix, Sharon Leu, Executive in Residence at JFF, and will be moderated by Lucy Fernandez, Senior Manager, Solutions Design & Delivery at JFF, for a conversation focusing on the future of skills-based hiring and exploring how workers can leverage career-relevant skills to acquire social capital. The virtual event is free and open to the public.

University of Phoenix College of Social and Behavioral Sciences held its biannual Research Symposium themed, “Empowering Mental Health Support in Our Communities,” on August 16. The symposium serves as a dynamic forum supporting student experience and elevating research from faculty and students, with topics on various aspects of mental health needs, care and support, including for first responders.

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies releases a new white paper, “Psychological Capital: Impact of Hope, Efficacy, Resilience, and Optimism on Employee Retention,” authored by Joy Taylor, Ed.D., associate faculty at the College and senior research fellow in the Center for Workplace Diversity and Inclusion Research (CWDIR). The white paper focuses on key findings from the University of Phoenix Career Institute® 2024 Career Optimism Index® study to highlight how hope, efficacy, resilience and optimism function as psychological capital contributing to retention of the workforce.

University of Phoenix Vice Provost of Colleges, Assessment and Curriculum Doris Savron joins the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation’s annual Workforce Summit on August 28, 2024, in Phoenix, for an event focused on workforce trends and solutions. Savron will share insights in a session, “Delivering the Most Direct Career Path Through Skills Mapping and Innovative Credentials,” at 12:50 p.m. MST, discussing how collaborative education innovations, including skills-mapped curriculum, learning, and employment record (LER), and microcredentials inform career paths of today’s working adult learners. Skills-mapping is becoming increasingly important in the labor market, as employers report a need for more skilled workers across industries, citing skills gaps as one of the main challenges in recruiting new talent. University of Phoenix is the platinum supporting sponsor of the Workforce Summit.

University of Phoenix College of Nursing Dean Raelene Brooks, Ph.D., RN, contributed to the proceedings of the 17th National Doctors of Nursing Practice Conference and Academy of Doctoral Prepared Nurses Summit that took place June 25-27 in Key West, Florida. Brooks was a Mini Podium Presenter speaking on the topic, “Implementing DEI Initiatives: A College of Nursing Scaffolding Approach.” The event brought together nursing professionals from across the country to discuss maximizing systems that improve patient outcomes and strengthen collaboration between healthcare professionals.

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies announces the release of a white paper by Erik Bean, Ed.D., associate research chair with the Center for Leadership Studies and Organizational Research (CLSOR), titled “Think Global, Act Local: The Impact of a Global Mindset to Awaken Local Career Opportunities.”

University of Phoenix and The Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS) are proud to announce the 2024 winners of full-tuition scholarships for a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree program for current enlisted National Guard servicemembers and their immediate family members. This year’s scholarship winners are Senior Airman (SrA) Isidro Garcia, Senior Airman (SrA) Hannah Heath and Tech Sergeant (TSgt) Marshall Robertson.

University of Phoenix Vice President of Registrar Audra McQuarie joined the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) Congressional Hill Day event, July 21-23, 2024, in Washington, D.C. The event allows AACRAO members to engage with congressional offices and share their perspective as practitioners and discuss the association’s legislative priorities.

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies has released a new white paper, “Empathetic Leadership: Transforming Workplaces with Compassion and Understanding,” authored by Alfreda Goods, DM, associate faculty and fellow, Center for Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Research (CWDIR), Scott McCalla, DM, staff faculty member and fellow, CWDIR, and Lisa Langford, DM, staff faculty and fellow, CWDIR.

University of Phoenix proudly supported the “Gospel at Hinchliffe for Antiviolence” concert, which took place on August 4, 2024, at Hinchliffe Stadium in Patterson, New Jersey. Organized by Silk City Connections, the event featured musical performances by Anthony Brown & group therapy, as well as local performers and youth groups. The concert aimed to combat violence and promote unity through the transformative power of music and community engagement.

University of Phoenix will hold the next installment of its Educational Equity Webinar Series, “How to Create Brave & Safer Spaces in an Anxious World,” on August 15, 2024, at 12:00pm MDT. The event is part of a public series intended for educators, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) practitioners, higher education leaders and administrators, employers, nonprofit organizations, government affiliates, and University of Phoenix faculty, staff, students, and alumni across the globe.

University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Vice Provost of Strategy, Marc Booker, Ph.D., and Vice Provost of Colleges, Assessment and Curriculum, Doris Savron, MBA, were selected as a presenters for the 2024 Badge Summit, hosted by the University of Colorado at Boulder. The event, which has grown to become one of the premier platforms for sharing innovative insights and exchanging knowledge on badging and microcredentials, takes place at the university's campus in Boulder August 5-7, 2024. The annual event draws attendees from various educational institutions, industry professionals, and forward-thinking experts to explore the transformative potential of badging and microcredentials in the digital age.

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies expands its student support system with the launch of a new online portal, CDS Central, featuring consolidated resources for doctoral students on academic pathways, dissertation requirements, and general program guidance with written and video resources and support.

University of Phoenix College of Education proudly supports the success of student teachers with its course, “Prepping for Student Teaching Success,” informally known as “boot camp.” The boot camp, along with flexible online degree programs, are part of the College of Education’s significant contribution to addressing the pressing issue of the national teacher shortage.