THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY SYSTEM 2010 ANNUAL REPORT

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1 THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY SYSTEM 2010 ANNUAL REPORT National University John F. Kennedy University National University International Division of Pre-College Programs National University Virtual High School National University Academy Spectrum Pacific Learning Company LLC WestMed College

2 2010 CONTENTS: Message from the Chancellor... 1 The National University System...3 The National University System Center for Performance Psychology...8 The National University System Institute for Policy Research...10 National University...15 National University Golf Academy...24 John F. Kennedy University...33 National University International...43 Pre-College Programs...49 National University Virtual High School...49 National University Academy...51 Spectrum Pacific Learning Company LLC...59 WestMed College...65 Center for Integrative Health...71 System Contacts & Addresses...72 NATIONAL UNIVERSITY SYSTEM 2010 ANNUAL REPORT

3 1 MESSAGE FROM THE CHANCELLOR Originally established in 2001 to meet the emerging demands of education in the 21st century, the National University System has spent the past decade evolving, expanding, and adapting to the ever-growing needs of a diverse population of lifelong learners. Never has this been truer than during the past year. National University, the flagship institution of the System, experienced unprecedented heights in Already the second-largest, private nonprofit institution of higher education in California, National University now holds the distinction of being the 16th-largest private nonprofit in the United States. The University s leadership role in preparing qualified educators gained even greater recognition in 2010 when National prepared more California teachers for credentialing for an unrivaled tenth year in a row. National University housed the largest special education program in the state and the second-largest in the nation. The University enrolled more students in its pre-licensure nursing program than any single institution in the state. For the first time, National University was named to The Chronicle of Higher Education s Honor Roll in the prestigious Best Colleges to Work For program, validating the University s commitment to providing students and employees with the best possible environment for success. This distinction placed National University in elite company alongside such notable universities as Michigan, Southern California, and Notre Dame. John F. Kennedy University enjoyed many milestones in its first year as a System affiliate, beginning with the successful extension of its WASC accreditation for seven more years and followed by its best financial performance in the past 10 years. Two of the System s more established affiliates, the Division of Pre-College Programs and Spectrum Pacific Learning Company, continued to seek out innovative ways to continue their leadership roles in online learning. In the coming year, two exciting new initiatives Integrative Health Review and the Center for Performance Psychology will continue to leverage the System s resources to gain broader awareness of issues related to health and wellness in the communities our collective System affiliates serve. The commitment to community displayed by the National University System will be a running theme throughout this report, as we focus on the ways the various affiliates seek to improve the lives of the men and women they serve. I encourage you to learn more about the National University System s ongoing commitment to community and innovative 21st century educational offerings showcased in the following pages. Sincerely, Jerry C. Lee Chancellor, National University System The National University Golf Academy, which opened its doors less than 12 months ago, and the National University System Institute for Policy Research, also one of the System s younger entities, provided the National University System with more positive media exposure than at any time in its history. In response to a growing need for the System s offerings around the world, National University International expanded its role to include all international recruiting and student services for the National University System. Reflecting the System s ability to adapt to change, WestMed College and JFK University expanded their programs to National University s campus in Costa Mesa, marking the first time both affiliates have enjoyed a presence in Southern California.

4 3 THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY SYSTEM More than a decade into his tenure as President of National University, Dr. Jerry C. Lee envisioned the future of higher education as something no one had seen before. Twenty first century learners would require multiple, flexible pathways to educational opportunities in formats that complemented the competing demands on their already busy lives. The National University System was established in 2001 to meet the emerging challenges and demands of education in the 21st century. Today, the System has become a unique model in higher education: a multi-tiered alliance of independent institutions with shared focus on accessibility and student success. Headquartered in La Jolla, California, the affiliates of the National University System include National University; John F. Kennedy University; National University International; the Division of Pre-College Programs, consisting of National University Academy and National University Virtual High School; Spectrum Pacific Learning Company LLC; and WestMed College. The System also houses the National University Golf Academy, the Center for Integrative Health, the National University System Institute for Policy Research, and the Center for Performance Psychology. National University System National University John F. Kennedy University National University International Division of Pre-College Programs National University Virtual High School National University Academy Spectrum Pacific Learning Company LLC WestMed College Today, the combined affiliates of the National University System offer lifelong learners access to a complete range of educational offerings, including K-12, technical programs, certificates, teaching credentials, and associate s, bachelor s, master s, and doctoral degrees. Through their complementary educational offerings, the affiliates of the System are uniquely aligned to connect a diverse population of students to a network of innovative educational programs that are relevant to their lives, careers, and the marketplace and are delivered in a format that respects a complexity of life priorities. With combined operating budgets of $222.8 million, real estate valued at $145 million, an unrestricted net asset value of $500 million, and no significant debt, the market value of the National University System has been estimated at as much as $1 billion. In demonstration of the hallmark symbiosis between System affiliates, John F. Kennedy University established a presence in 2010 at National University s campus in Costa Mesa. JFK University initially is offering two of its most innovative The combined affiliates of the National University System offer lifelong learners access to a complete range of educational offerings.

5 5 The National University System has become a unique model in higher education, a multi-tiered alliance of institutions offering multiple pathways to educational opportunities. programs at the new location, including a Master of Arts in Sport Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts completion program in Health Sciences. Future plans include the expansion of more JFK University programs to Costa Mesa. In the future, a third System affiliate, WestMed College, will expand its offerings to the Costa Mesa campus, creating a unique complex of related vocational and degree programs unlike any other. National University and WestMed College share a campus in San Jose and plans are underway for the establishment of WestMed programs at National University s campus in Fresno. AS THE SYSTEM CONTINUES TO EVOLVE, ITS AFFILIATES WILL REMAIN DEDICATED TO CHANCELLOR LEE S VISION OF IMPROVING THE COMMUNITIES THAT THE MEN AND WOMEN OF THE EXPANDED NATIONAL UNIVERSITY SYSTEM COMMUNITY CALL HOME. A SYSTEM-WIDE COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY In addition to relevant educational offerings, the affiliates of the National University System are bound by a common thread: a deep commitment to enriching the communities they serve. Whether it is through sustaining an educated citizenry or improving the daily lives of the people who call their communities home, the affiliates of the System share an institutional mandate that the dual purposes of education are to develop individual minds and improve the larger society. The affiliates of the System turned this commitment into action over the past year. According to a survey conducted by the Office of Institutional Research and Assessment at National University, more than 57 percent of its employees volunteer at charitable organizations. Longstanding National University policy provides for up to 16 hours (two work days) of paid leave per employee each year for volunteer service. The top five areas where National employees volunteer include youth (44 percent), women (18 percent), homelessness (14 percent), literacy (13 percent) and animal support (12 percent). On average, employees volunteer 11 hours of their time each month to more than 272 different organizations in and around the communities where National has locations. A few of the notable organizations National employees volunteer for include the American Cancer Society, American Red Cross, Boy Scouts of America, Humane Society, the Rock Church, Salvation Army, and Volunteer San Diego. During the past year, the National University Golf Academy, in conjunction with the United States Golf Association (USGA), hosted junior golf camps designed to provide underprivileged youths 10- to 17-years-old with the opportunity to learn and play golf. The National University Golf Academy also hosted free sport psychology athletics labs to assist high school coaches and athletes interested in improving their mental approach to athletic endeavors. John F. Kennedy University s community counseling centers in Pleasant Hill, Oakland, and Sunnyvale offer affordable, confidential mental health services to persons who would otherwise go unserved. The Pleasant Hill campus also houses the University s Housing Advocacy Clinic. With public agencies increasingly cutting In addition to relevant educational offerings, the affiliates of the National University System are bound by a common thread: a deep commitment to enriching the communities they serve.

6 7 back on their offerings, the services provided by the counseling centers are critical to meeting the needs of the citizens in the communities JFK University serves. National University International continues to expand the System s presence around the world through partnerships and Online Information Centers offering highly sought-after American university programs to previously untapped markets in Korea, Colombia, and Peru. Moving forward, in the coming year, NUI will expand National s presence throughout Latin America, India, and China. The Division of Pre-College Programs is strengthening our communities by providing quality programs for today s youth so that they can be the backbone of a highlyeducated future workforce. Through National University Academy s innovative Career Paths program, traditional and adult high school students gain knowledge based on their career interests and life goals, resulting in a more personally meaningful educational experience where they learn more about their interests, abilities, experiences, and values, and how these relate to the working world. This year, the Academy graduated 206 individuals, many of whom are the first in their families to receive a high school diploma. Few things are as important as contributing to the overall health and well-being of a community, which is the stated purpose of the National University System Center for Integrative Health and its latest offering, Integrative Health Review. Launched in 2010, Integrative Health Review is a free online resource offering articles, videos, forums, interactive tools and resources, and RSS feeds from a diverse range of expert contributors and renowned health organizations, all aimed at helping people live longer and healthier lives. As the System continues to evolve, its affiliates will remain dedicated to Chancellor Lee s vision of improving the communities that the individuals served by National University System call home. With combined operating budgets of $222.8 million, real estate valued at $145 million, an unrestricted net asset value of $500 million, and no significant debt, the market value of the National University System has been estimated at as much as $1 billion. Spectrum Pacific Learning Company LLC helped develop, maintain, and host a website for the David Green Memorial Scholarship Fund, which was created with the dual purposes of providing scholarship awards to Bowie High School students as well as making donations to NARASD (formerly known as the National Alliance on Schizophrenia and Depression), a leading national charity that sponsors research on the treatment, prevention, and causes of mental health disorders. SPL also continues to be an active supporter of Patrons of the Prado, a philanthropic organization that supports an extraordinary collection of arts and cultural institutions at Balboa Park in San Diego. By training emergency medical technicians, paramedics, and licensed vocational nurses, WestMed College helps safeguard the neighborhoods we call home. Over the last year, vocational nursing students in Merced volunteered for the University of California, Merced s flu clinic, assisted at Castle Community Hospital s flu clinic, and demonstrated medical and surgical skills at a Merced High School Career Day. In San Jose, students in WestMed s emergency medical technician program installed fire alarms in local community mobile home parks.

7 9 SPECIAL SECTION: NATIONAL UNIVERSITY SYSTEM CENTER FOR PERFORMANCE PSYCHOLOGY For years, world-class athletes and high-performing organizations have been fascinated by the concept of performance psychology and how it relates to personal and organizational achievement. By studying the habits and techniques employed by championship-level teams and athletes, organizations have searched for a direct correlation between excellence in sport and success in the field of business. As a result, numerous studies and a wide range of expert information related to performance psychology is now readily available in a variety of formats for individuals and organizations interested in performing at their highest levels. With a stated purpose of disseminating the latest research on performance psychology, the National University System Center for Performance Psychology was organized earlier this year under the direction of Chancellor Jerry C. Lee, who remains committed to expanding the System s offerings while simultaneously making the best possible use of all of the resources available to the System s collective affiliates. Based in San Diego, the Center will work collaboratively with coaches, parents, athletes, and organizations to foster coaching and performance excellence. The Center will utilize the most up-to-date technology and research in sports and psychology to assist athletes in achieving their performance goals and to help coaches improve their team building and communication skills. Through its conferences, workshops, speaker series, and certificate courses, the Center will advance the public s knowledge of performance psychology in both athletics and organizations. Through online resources, in-person seminars, certificates, and consulting services, the Center will have a significant community outreach component designed to reach performers with diverse interests and talents, including youth sports, coaching excellence, body-mind relationships in daily living, organizational behavior, and corporate leadership. The Center will host the inaugural Performance Psychology Conference in February 2011 at National University s Spectrum Business Park campus in San Diego. The conference will bring together coaches, athletes, sport psychologists, applied psychologists, and educators to share knowledge and advancements in sport psychology, applied research and interventions in psychology, peak performance, and coaching. ABOUT To seek collaborative relationships with academics, coaches, parents, athletes, and organizations to foster coaching and performance excellence. LEADERSHIP Charles Mac Powell, Ph.D. President, WestMed College Dean, National University Golf Academy Sarah Castillo, Ph.D. Lead Faculty, Sport Psychology Program, National University David Wurzer, Ph.D. Associate Dean, National University Golf Academy Doug Barba, Ph.D. Associate Faculty, National University Academic Offerings - Associate of Arts with a Concentration in Professional Golf Management - Bachelor of Arts in Sport Psychology Offerings and Services - Educational Presentations - Individual and Team Consulting - Continuing Education Programs - Online Resources 2011 Conference February 11 and 12, 2011 National University s Spectrum Business Park Campus San Diego, California Conference Themes - Sport Psychology - Applied Research and Interventions - Peak Performance - Youth Coaching - Coaching Education

8 11 SPECIAL SECTION: THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY SYSTEM INSTITUTE FOR POLICY RESEARCH Since joining the System in January of 2009, the National University System Institute for Policy Research has played a vital role in offering unbiased, expert commentary on the key economic issues facing the San Diego region. Given the difficult economic climate over the past three years, there has never been a greater need for the Institute for Policy Research s stated goal: promoting high-quality economic, policy, and public opinion research aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of local governments. As a result, the Institute s efforts have had a direct impact on several major regional decisions that will affect the long-term health of San Diego s economy. The National University System Institute for Policy Research released an unprecedented and ground-breaking report in February of 2010 on the impact of the golf industry on the San Diego economy. The report outlined for the first time the four pillars of the golf industry located in San Diego, including equipment manufacturers, professional tournaments, golf-related tourism, and the retail sale of golf equipment and apparel. The Institute s report demonstrated that the golf industry had a total direct and indirect economic value of $3.7 billion and was responsible for 26,900 jobs in the region. Spending on golf-related supplies and services from those living outside of the county totaled $1.5 billion, which is equal to the region annually hosting 10 Super Bowls or 37 Comic-Con conventions. Golf-related enterprises realized more revenue than the region s aerospace ($1.8 billion), agriculture ($1.6 billion), or software ($1.6 billion) industries. The Institute s golf economic impact report gained wide media coverage for the System, including stories on three local television stations and six newspaper mentions, including one on the front page of the San Diego Union-Tribune. In addition to the golf economic impact report, the Institute for Policy Research published seven other policy briefs or reports during the past year. One such report on regional fire protection also garnered extensive media attention for the System from such outlets as the San Diego Union-Tribune, North County Times, and KPBS, KNX, and KOGO radio stations in San Diego. The Institute for Policy Research has been featured in numerous print and electronic outlets, garnering more than 110 separate and distinct media hits, resulting in increased awareness of the System and its offerings in the local community. Prominent media outlets that have covered the Institute during that timeframe include TIME magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, National Public Radio, San Diego Union-Tribune, and all of San Diego s television and news radio stations. The Institute also continues to publish The San Diego Economic Ledger, a quarterly update on the performance of the San Diego economy. In 2010, the Institute added another branch to its outreach by producing more than five months of programming for a weekly radio segment on KOGO radio featuring Erik Bruvold, the president of the Institute. And Kelly Cunningham, economist and senior fellow, has joined the San Diego Union-Tribune s panel for the U-T Econometer, a weekly feature that focuses on hot economic topics impacting the San Diego region. ABOUT The National University System Institute for Policy Research conducts research and publishes articles, briefs, and other materials related to regional issues, including municipal government, economic policy, housing, transportation, infrastructure, and fire preparedness. LEADERSHIP W. Erik Bruvold, President Kelly Cunningham, Senior Fellow and Economist Vince Vasquez, Senior Policy Analyst Highlights - $60,000 in net sponsored project revenue - More than 110 separate and distinct media mentions in such prominent outlets as TIME, The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, National Public Radio, San Diego Union-Tribune, and all San Diego television and news radio stations - Publication of widely covered and cited Golf Economic Impact Report - Publication of seven other policy brief or reports - San Diego Economic Ledger a quarterly update on the performance of the San Diego economy - Produced five months work of programming for weekly radio program on KOGO radio - Included on San Diego Union-Tribune s Econometer experts panel Prominent Media Outlets - TIME magazine - The Wall Street Journal - Los Angeles Times - National Public Radio - San Diego Union-Tribune - North County Times - San Diego Daily Transcript - KOGO radio - KPBS radio - KNX radio

9 13 AT A GLANCE THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY SYSTEM AIMS TO SERVE A BROAD RANGE OF CONSTITUENCIES THAT EXTENDS BEYOND NATIONAL UNIVERSITY S NON-TRADITIONAL STUDENTS, CONNECTING A DIVERSE POPULATION OF STUDENTS TO A NETWORK OF INNOVATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS THAT ARE RELEVANT TO THEIR LIVES, CAREERS, AND THE MARKETPLACE AND ARE DELIVERED IN A FORMAT THAT RESPECTS COMPETING LIFE PRIORITIES. System Management Group Dr. Jerry C. Lee serves as Chancellor of the National University System through his appointment as Chief Executive Officer of the System Management Group (SMG), a 509(1) (3) organization. SMG is governed by an elected Board of Trustees, the members of which largely overlap with the Board of Trustees of the affiliated institutions. This innovative structure facilitates the continued development of National University System affiliates and enables them to maintain their functional independence for purposes of accreditations, licensure, tax-exempt status, and financial aid eligibility. The National University System oversees the accomplishment of each affiliated institution s objectives and provides a variety of support services. Participation of each institution in the National University System is governed by a System Affiliation Agreement. LEADERSHIP Jerry C. Lee, Ed.D. Chancellor, National University System Virginia E. Beneke, M.B.A. Vice Chancellor, Marketing Richard Carter, B.S. Vice Chancellor, Business Operations Nancy Rohland-Heinrich, M.B.A. Vice Chancellor, Pre-College Programs Julie Lanthier Bandy, M.P.A. Associate Vice Chancellor, Marketing Kendra Losee, M.B.A. Associate Vice Chancellor, Marketing Beth Schechter, B.A. Associate Vice Chancellor, Communications BOARD OF TRUSTEES Ms. Jeanne Connelly, Chair President, Connelly Consulting Mr. Herbert Meistrich, Vice Chair President & CEO, TaylorMade Performance Labs; President & CEO, BumperMedic Mr. Thomas Topuzes, Secretary President and CEO, Thomas Topuzes & Associates, LLC Ms. Stacy Allison Professional Speaker, Author Mr. Felipe Becerra Director of Operations/Client Development, Creditor lustus et Remedium, LLP Mr. John Bucher President, John Bucher Real Estate Company Mr. Richard Chisholm Managing Director, Education & Nonprofit Group, Wells Fargo Securities Mr. Gerald Czarnecki Chairman & CEO, Deltennium Corporation Ms. Kate Grace President, Kate Grace Physical Therapy; Physical Therapist, Orthopedic Physician Assistant Ms. Ruthann Heinrich President, Nuance Wines Ms. Cheryl Kendrick Community, National Volunteer Mr. W. H. Knight, Jr. (Joe) Visiting Professor of Law, Seattle University; Professor and Dean Emeritus, University of Washington School of Law Ms. Jacqueline Townsend Konstanturos Chief Executive Officer, Restorative Remedies Dr. Donald Kripke Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, University of California San Diego Dr. Jerry C. Lee (Ex Officio) Chancellor, National University System; President Emeritus, National University Ms. Jean Leonard Educational Consultant, JM Leonard & Associates Mr. Michael R. McGill, P.E. President, McGill, Martin, Self, Inc. Dr. Lee Rice Chief Executive Officer and Medical Director, Lifewellness Institute Mr. Carlos Rodriguez Public Affairs and Communications Consultant, Rodriguez & Company Alexander R. Shikhman, M.D., Ph.D. Institute for Specialized Medicine Mr. Jay Stone Vice President, Van Scoyoc Associates, Inc. Ms. Judith Sweet Senior Vice President for Championships and Education Services, Retired, National Collegiate Athletic Association NATIONAL UNIVERSITY SYSTEM AFFILIATES National University John F. Kennedy University National University International Pre-College Programs - National University Virtual High School - National University Academy Spectrum Pacific Learning Company LLC WestMed College FACTS Founded in 2001 Headquartered in La Jolla, California Six affiliates Partnerships worldwide System affiliates serve approximately 24,000 students annually 3,400 faculty and staff Operating budget of $22,797,663

10 15 NATIONAL UNIVERSITY Since 1971, private, nonprofit National University has opened the doors of higher education to a large and diverse segment of lifelong learners with a format that meets competing life demands. National s manageable one-course-per-month format, evening and weekend classes, accessible campuses, and large selection of relevant online programs have fueled the University s continuous growth. Staying true to its core values of quality, access, relevance, accelerated pace, affordability, and community, National University is the second-largest private, nonprofit institution of higher education in California and the 16th-largest in the country. National University is the second-largest private, nonprofit institution of higher education in California and the 16th-largest in the nation. Today, National offers more than 100 fully-accredited associate s, bachelor s, and master s degrees, 30 certificates, and 16 credential programs to a full-time equivalent student body of 22,000 students. With 27 campuses across California and one in Henderson, Nevada, National provides students with access to on-campus programs, and through its innovative online programs, National offers more than 60 degrees via the Internet. In the last year, more than 17,000 students took an online class through National University, with more than 10,600 of those students taking all of their courses online. In 2010, National University continued to develop and pursue relevant degree programs in the College of Letters and Sciences; the Schools of Business and Management, Education, Engineering and Technology, Health and Human Services, and Media and Communication. In 2008, National University began enrolling students at innovative Online Information Centers (OICs) which have increased the global presence of the University s rigorous online programs. Today, National operates five OICs in California in Citrus Heights, Palm Desert, National City, Temecula, and West Covina. Affiliate partner National University International manages OICs in Summerlin, Nevada; Orlando, Florida; and Lima, Peru. At the OICs, prospective students are introduced to information about National University and its degree, credential, and certificate programs; they experience online classes and receive educational and financial aid counseling; and are assisted with enrolling. Plans are underway for the opening of more California OICs in San Francisco, Pasadena, and Santa Ana. OICs are also scheduled to open in Houston and Dallas, Texas, as well as in Quantico, Virginia. National University offers more than 100 fully-accredited associate s, bachelor s, and master s degrees, 30 certificates, and 16 credential programs to a full-time equivalent student body of 22,000 students.

11 17 NATIONAL UNIVERSITY IS RECOGNIZED FOR ITS COMMITMENT TO PROVIDING MILITARY PERSONNEL WITH ACCESSIBLE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. During the difficult economic times of the past few years, National University has remained committed to being one of the best values in higher education. During the difficult economic times of the past few years, National University has remained committed to being one of the best values in higher education. The University focuses diligently on keeping education affordable and managing tuition rates so that they consistently stay below state and national averages. In support of its core value of affordability, time-to-completion of a bachelor s or master s degree is faster and more affordable at National University than other institutions. On average, National University undergraduate students complete their bachelor s degrees in 2.6 years, while master s degree students average less than two years, at 23 months. According to Trends in College Pricing, National University s undergraduate tuition continues to be 59.2 percent lower than the national average for private, fouryear universities. The University s unparalleled financial stability allows it to offer an affordable, quality education. In the most recent survey by the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO) of 842 colleges and universities in the United States and Canada, National University s endowment continued to rank among the 200 largest in the nation, particularly impressive given the University s relative youth compared to many of the other institutions on the list. Based upon assets of $278 million, National s endowment was listed as the 178th largest in the United States. Since 2002, National s endowment assets have increased from $162 to $278 million, and National now ranks 17th among colleges and universities in California and second among those in the San Diego region. Over the years, institutional capacity and fiscal responsibility have become hallmarks of National University s success. The current operating budget is more than $178 million; the University s real estate holdings are valued at $105.9 million; and National has an unrestricted net asset value of $487.1 million with no debt. As part of an employee welfare program that attracts and retains highly qualified faculty, the average salaries of National University s full-time faculty exceed the average salaries of all 23 California state universities at every rank except assistant professor. In the category of California II A private, nonprofit institutions, the group against which National University is benchmarked, National pays the highest salaries to faculty at every comparative level. National University received unprecedented external recognition in National once again led California in preparing credentialed teachers, marking the tenth year in a row that the University has held this remarkable distinction. The University s School of Education now houses the largest special education program in the state, which also ranks second in the nation in total enrollment. Coupled with the fact that the School of Education serves as one of a handful of National Board Certified Teacher Training Centers in California, National University continues to be a statewide and national leader in preparing qualified educators. The nursing program in the School of Health and Human Services enjoys the distinction of having more students (645) enrolled in its pre-licensure program than any single institution in California. For the first time in its history, National University was named to The Chronicle of Higher Education s prestigious Best Colleges to Work For program, validating the University s commitment to providing students and employees with the best possible environment for success. National made The Chronicle s 2010 Honor Roll, placing it alongside other prestigious universities such as Michigan, Southern California, and Notre Dame. (More on the Great Colleges To Work For on page 23 of this report.) In August, National University was recognized for its commitment to providing military personnel with accessible educational programs when it was selected by G.I. Jobs magazine as a Military Friendly School for The honor placed National University in the top 15 percent of all schools nationwide. The University continues to focus on the role of technology in higher education. The University s nursing skill simulation labs are models of innovation. National University is the only institution of its kind offering synchronous online writing and math centers. National s instructional modalities onsite, online, and hybrid offer students the opportunity to complete their degrees in ways that match their learning preferences. The award-winning National University Library System supports the educational and research activities of National University System students, faculty, and staff. With easy onsite and online access to more than 130 databases, 131,000 electronic books and

12 19 As National University approaches its 40th anniversary, it will build upon the founding vision that launched the institution and sustained it through four decades of growth. 29,000 full-text journals, the Library s professional librarians and support staff are dedicated to helping students meet their academic needs. National s faculty not only have strong academic backgrounds from top universities, but also have demonstrated success in their industries. In the University s School of Engineering and Technology, students learn about information technology from an Oracle executive and software development from a team leader on Turbo Tax from Intuit. Similarly, industry professionals and executives serve as adjunct professors, course developers, and advisory council members at National University. During a residency in the School of Media and Communication s professional screenwriting program, students met at the Writers Guild of America (WGA) where they sat face-to-face with working writers. On the Sony and Warner Brothers lots, students watched production and met with studio executives. Residency guests included writers, producers, and the editor of The Hollywood Reporter. National remains committed to offering programs that are broad-based and interdisciplinary, contemporary, and maintain state-of-the-art relevance. Examples include blended programs in the Schools of Engineering and Technology and Business and Management, the College of Letters and Sciences and the School of Health and Human Services, and the College of Letters and Sciences and the School of Education. Vision As National University approaches its 40th anniversary, it will build upon the founding vision that launched the institution and sustained it through four decades of growth, advancing its core values of quality, access, relevance, accelerated pace, affordability, and community. National will improve upon the innovation and education technologies which have been a hallmark to providing fresh approaches to higher education and lifelong learning, and have emphasized accessibility and empowered thousands of individuals to achieve their ambitions. The University will continue to fuel upward mobility and create higher income potential for a new generation of college graduates and credential earners. It will enrich the workforce and infuse communities and industries with an abundant wealth of human capital, while remaining a state and national leader in conferring degrees to underserved populations. A greater volume of alumni will thrive and ascend into leadership positions across a broad front, assuming high-profile roles in business, government, nonprofit organizations, and the military. National will preserve its independent spirit, its unmatched flexibility and agility, and its continued propensity to look ahead and innovate, continuing to distinguish itself from competitors for the foreseeable future. As new challenges emerge and new students demand accessible higher education, National University will rise to the occasion and meet the unprecedented needs for an educated global citizenry. In the process, National University will set the standard for lifelong learning in the 21st century. NATIONAL UNIVERSITY IN THE COMMUNITY As one of National University s core values, the word community means much more than just the neighborhoods in which the University s employees work, live, and play. Community is at the heart of National University; it is a commitment to improving the lives of the men and women who have graced the University s classrooms. Community is a deeply shared belief that anyone who pursues lifelong learning has by extension sought to improve their own lives and the lives of the men and women who are part of their collective communities. In short, they have decided to make the world a better place. This commitment is rooted in Dr. Lee s annual address to the University Community in 1997 where he outlined National s mandate for mutual respect, encouragement, challenge, and support within its classroom walls and an institutional directive to give back to the communities it serves. At his urging, community was established as one of National University s official core values. A commitment to community has been a hallmark of Dr. Lee s leadership of National University. In 1996, as an element of National University s 25th anniversary celebration, Chancellor Lee awarded 25 scholarships to women who had been victims of domestic abuse. In subsequent years, he has renewed National University s support of survivors of domestic violence through initiatives, including the awarding of grants This year s Eco Fair was part of National s community outreach effort to educate and demonstrate the concepts of environmental and economic sustainability and stewardship.

13 21 National s manageable one-course-permonth format, evening and weekend classes, accessible regional campuses, and large selection of relevant online programs have fueled the University s impressive growth. to the San Diego YWCA Domestic Violence Hotline, and to Project Next Step, a program initiated in cooperation with the El Cajon County Court System and the San Diego Volunteer Lawyers Association to provide counsel to women who have legal issues related to domestic violence. In 2005, he was the first recipient of the Angel Award from WomenTogether, a committee of volunteers who raise funds for agencies that assist battered women and their children in San Diego. Never has National University s commitment to community been stronger than the present. In early 2010, the Office of Institutional Research and Assessment gathered information related to employee volunteer activities through the National University Volunteering Survey. More than 346 employees started the survey, with 283 completing with an 82 percent completion rate. Of the respondents, 57 percent (160 of 346) currently volunteer. When given the opportunity for volunteering in the future, 93 percent of the respondents indicated Yes or Maybe. The top five areas where National University employees volunteer include youth (44 percent), women (18 percent), homelessness (14 percent), literacy (13 percent), and animal support (12 percent). On average, the respondents volunteer 11 hours of their time each month to more than 272 different organizations in and around the communities where National University has locations. A few of the notable organizations for which National University employees volunteer include the American Cancer Society, American Red Cross, Boy Scouts of America, Humane Society, the Rock Church, Salvation Army, and Volunteer San Diego. In San Diego, National University sponsored a grant for the Council on Literacy to support an effort to develop video gaming software designed to help people learn how to read. Specifically, the grant was for the express use of the investigation and research of how video gaming technology and software can help make literacy instruction more effective and entertaining, and the research was carried out exclusively by National University s School of Media and Communications. honor places National University in the top 15 percent of all schools nationwide, marking the second year in a row that National University has been honored for its commitment to the military. Previously, G.I. Jobs and Military Advanced Education magazine both ranked National University among its Military Friendly Schools and one of America s Top Military Friendly Colleges and Universities. In 2010, the National University Golf Academy, in conjunction with the United States Golf Association (USGA), hosted junior golf camps designed to provide underprivileged youths 10- to 17-years-old with the opportunity to learn and play golf. The National University Golf Academy also hosted free sport psychology athletics labs to assist high school coaches and athletes interested in improving their mental approach to athletic endeavors. In March 2010, a team of National University staff members volunteered to help Hand Up collect 3,065 pounds of food from 17 Curves locations. Curves of San Diego had been collecting food donations throughout the month of March as part of their annual enrollment promotion and collected close to 6,500 pounds total (enough items to provide more than 5,000 meals to those in need). The drives ended March 31, and the group from National University was prepared to collect all of the non-perishable donations across San Diego County. NATIONAL ONCE AGAIN LED CALIFORNIA IN PREPARING CREDENTIALED TEACHERS IN 2010, MARKING THE TENTH YEAR IN A ROW THAT THE UNIVERSITY HAS HELD THIS DISTINCTION. The National University System has a long history of support of the military, which was manifested in the past year by sponsorships of the Military Luncheon at the Farmer s Insurance Open, which included more than 400 uniformed members from every branch of the U.S. military, and the sponsorship of Military Day at the Drew Brees Celebrity Championship golf tournament. In August, National University was selected by G.I. Jobs magazine as a Military Friendly School for The

14 23 The award-winning National University Library System supports the educational and research activities of National University System students, faculty, and staff. Also in March of 2010, National hosted the Restorative Remedies Living Gluten Free Expo at the University s Spectrum Business Park campus. The expo provided resources to educate individuals on how to connect them with peers, information, healthcare practitioners, and businesses that share an interest in living gluten-free. In April, the University welcomed more than to 17-year-old girls interested in careers in the technology industry during a day-long DigiGirlz event at National s Technology and Health Sciences Center in Kearny Mesa. At the DigiGirlz Day, 7th to 12th grade girls interacted with leading figures in the local high-tech industry during career and education panels, robotics and gaming demonstrations, and hands-on experiences in interactive workshops. The girls were from San Diego County middle and high schools, including Mesa Verde and St. Jeanne s Middle Schools, and Westview, Poway, and Santa Fe Christian High Schools. The event was part of Microsoft s successful DigiGirlz program, which was established in 2000 to provide girls with a better understanding of career opportunities in the high-tech industry. Also in April, National University s Center for Cultural and Ethnic Studies hosted its second Eco Fair at the Spectrum campus. The Eco Fair was part of National s community outreach effort to educate and demonstrate the concepts of environmental and economic sustainability and stewardship. The theme of this year s Eco Fair was Save Green by Going Green, which promoted household solutions that are earthfriendly and ultimately wallet-friendly. The Eco Fair featured information booths and demonstrations from more than 25 local companies, government agencies, and NGOs, plus environmentally friendly activities for families and children. In May, the University s Fresno campus held the 13th Annual Young Writers Competition, where local writers, grades 4 through 12, were ranked on poetry submissions related to the theme of Words of Inspiration. The writers provided poems based on a person who had been an inspiration in their lives, whether it was someone famous, an Olympic athlete, a teacher, a parent, or anyone who had made a difference in the writer s life. All participants were awarded a certificate for entering the competition, and cash prizes were awarded to the first-, second-, and third-place winners in three grade categories. NATIONAL UNIVERSITY SPONSORED A GRANT FOR THE COUNCIL ON LITERACY TO SUPPORT AN EFFORT TO DEVELOP VIDEO GAMING SOFTWARE DESIGNED TO HELP PEOPLE LEARN HOW TO READ. A Great Place to Work National University was placed in elite company during the past year when it was named one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to a survey by The Chronicle of Higher Education. The results, released in July 2010 in The Chronicle s third annual report on The Academic Workplace, are based on a survey of more than 42,000 employees at 277 colleges and universities. In all, only 97 of the 277 institutions achieved Great College to Work For recognition for specific best practices and policies. Results were reported for small, medium, and large institutions, with National University included among the large universities with 10,000 or more students alongside such notable institutions as Michigan, Southern California, and Notre Dame. National s employees rated the University highly enough to be recognized as a Great College to Work For in the following categories: Collaborative Governance; Professional/Career-Development Programs; Teaching Environment; Compensation and Benefits; Facilities, Workspaces, and Security; Job Satisfaction and Support; Work/Life Balance; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Supervisor or Department- Chair Relationship; and Respect and Appreciation. The survey results were based on a two-part assessment process: an institutional audit that captured demographics and workplace policies from each institution, and a survey administered to faculty, administrators, and professional support staff. The primary factor in deciding whether an institution received recognition was the employee feedback. For the first time in its history, National University was named to The Chronicle of Higher Education s prestigious Best Colleges to Work For program.

15 25 SPECIAL SECTION: THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY GOLF ACADEMY As golf s popularity has soared over the past decade, so has the need for trained professionals seeking a career in the golf industry. In an effort to help supply the future qualified men and women who will make up the golf industry workforce, the National University Golf Academy opened its first location in Carlsbad in September of The Golf Academy, with its first facility located in the heart of San Diego s thriving golf community, offers an innovative education program that combines academics with golf at the high school, associate s and bachelor s, and master s levels. The Golf Academy offers two professional golf management certificate programs, an associate s degree with a concentration in professional golf management, a bachelor s degree in sport psychology, and a master s degree in business with a specialization in professional golf management. In partnership with the Golf Academy, National University Virtual High School offers an introductory golf-focused curriculum to its students and is the provider of golf school coursework for high school students who wish to pursue credit toward graduation. In its first year, the Golf Academy enrolled more than 125 students. Moreover, the Golf Academy has become a source of unprecedented positive media coverage for National University. To date, Dr. Charles Mac Powell, the Golf Academy s Dean, and Directors of Instruction Ted Norby and Mike Springer, have been interviewed more than 40 times by members of the electronic and print media, including 13 television interviews resulting in more than an hour of on-air coverage, 14 newspaper articles, five magazine stories, and eight radio interviews. Prominent outlets that have covered the Golf Academy include The Wall Street Journal, San Diego Union-Tribune, Houston Chronicle, San Diego Daily Transcript, San Diego Business Journal, North County Times, Golf Champion s Magazine, FORE magazine, and five of the major television networks in San Diego. The success of the Golf Academy s Carlsbad campus paved the way for the July opening of a new location at National University s Fresno campus. The Golf Academy s state-of-the-art swing lab is the first of its kind in the Central Valley and has already gained widespread attention among the local golf community. Mirroring the success in Carlsbad, the Golf Academy s Fresno campus was featured on KMPH -TV Fox Channel 26, resulting in more than 30 minutes of on-air coverage. The Golf Academy s Fresno operations are guided by Springer, a former PGA Tour member with more than 100 cuts made and two PGA Tour victories. More than $150,000 was set aside for scholarships to the Golf Academy under National University s endowment earlier this year through the generous support of more than 175 administrators, faculty, staff, family members, and business partners who participated in the National University System Invitational Golf Tournament. Moving forward, plans for the Golf Academy include the opening of a campus in Los Angeles in the coming year. THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY GOLF ACADEMY IN THE COMMUNITY The Golf Academy also has increased National University s presence in the local community through innovative junior golf camps for underprivileged youth and free sport psychology labs for high school athletes and coaches. ABOUT The National University Golf Academy, a part of the National University System, is dedicated to providing academically excellent programs in golf education. Serving a broad range of diverse student constituencies, the Golf Academy marries innovative academic delivery systems with outstanding curriculum to provide challenging learnercentered educational experiences and enhances the golf proficiency of its students. LEADERSHIP Dr. Charles Mac Powell, Dean Dr. David Wurzer, Associate Dean Dr. Sarah Castillo, Lead faculty and director, National University Sport Psychology Program Ted Norby, Director of Instruction, Carlsbad Students Certificate Programs - Certificate in Professional Golf Management - Certificate in Advanced Professional Golf Management Degree Programs - Associate of Arts with a Concentration in Professional Golf Management - Bachelor Arts in Sport Psychology - Concentration in Applied Sport Psychology - Concentration in Professional Golf Management - Master s degree in Business with a Specialization in Professional Golf Management Golf Clinics and Player Development Programs - A Month of Golf - A Month of Short Game - 30-Day Assessment Program - One-Hour Player Assessment Session Locations - Carlsbad - Fresno - Los Angeles (2011) Grants - One-year $5,000 grant from United States Golf Association to support a junior golf program for minority youth. Community Outreach - High School Sport Psychology Labs - Junior Golf Camp for Underprivileged Youth

16 27 AT A GLANCE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY IS DEDICATED TO MAKING LIFELONG LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES ACCESSIBLE, CHALLENGING, AND RELEVANT TO A DIVERSE STUDENT POPULATION. CORE VALUES Quality Access Relevance Accelerated Pace Affordability Community LEADERSHIP Dr. Jerry C. Lee Chancellor, National University System; President Emeritus, National University Patricia E. Potter, M.B.A. Interim President of National University Richard E. Carter, B.S. Executive Vice President of Business and Regional Operations Eileen Heveron, Ph.D. Provost Debra Bean, M.F.A Associate Provost Robert Benson, M.A. Vice President, Extended Learning Robert Freelen, M.B.A. Vice President, University Relations Christopher T. Krug, B.S. Vice President, Information Technology Jack Paduntin, D.B.A. Vice President, Institutional Research and Assessment Joseph Zavala, Ph.D. Vice President, Student Services Thomas, MacCalla, Ed.D. Executive Director, National University Community Research Institute and University Vice President Michelle Bello, B.S. Associate Vice President, Finance David Blake, Ph.D. Associate Vice President, Human Resources Doreen Simmons, Ed.D. Associate Vice President, Regional Operations, Northern Region Vernon Taylor, M.A. Associate Vice President, Regional Operations, Military and Veteran s Programs Daren Upham, M.B.A. Associate Vice President, Regional Operations, Southern Region Karla Berry, M.F.A. Dean, School of Media and Communication C. Kalani Beyer, Ph.D. Dean, School of Education Howard Evans, Ph.D. Dean, School of Engineering and Technology Michael Lacourse, Ph.D. Dean, School of Health and Human Services Michael McAnear, Ph.D. Dean, College of Letters and Sciences Ronald Uhlig, Ph.D. Interim Dean, School of Business and Management Kenneth Fawson, Ed.D. Associate Dean, School of Education Douglas Barr, M.B.A. Associate Regional Dean, Military Bases and Veteran s Affairs Mary Emery-Sherman, B.A. Associate Regional Dean, Sacramento, Redding, and Stockton Michael French, M.B.A. Associate Regional Dean, Online Dominick Giovanniello, M.A. Associate Regional Dean, North San Diego County Bernell Hirning, Ph.D. Associate Regional Dean, Fresno and Bakersfield Olivia Horton, M.A. Associate Regional Dean, San Bernardino and Ontario Nicole Ywakiem, M.A. Interim Associate Regional Dean, Nevada Mark Moses, M.A. Associate Regional Dean, South San Diego County Mark Redfern, M.B.A. Associate Regional Dean, Costa Mesa Helen Valine, M.A. Associate Regional Dean, San Jose Mahvash Yadegarpour, Ed.D. Associate Regional Dean, Los Angeles, Camarillo, and Sherman Oaks BOARD OF TRUSTEES Ms. Jeanne Connelly, Chair President, Connelly Consulting Mr. Herbert Meistrich, Vice Chair President & CEO, TaylorMade Performance Labs; President & CEO, BumperMedic Mr. Thomas Topuzes, Secretary President and CEO, Thomas Topuzes & Associates, LLC Ms. Stacy Allison Professional Speaker, Author Mr. Felipe Becerra Director of Operations/Client Development, Creditor lustus et Remedium, LLP Mr. John Bucher President, John Bucher Real Estate Company Mr. Richard Chisholm Managing Director, Education & Nonprofit Group, Wells Fargo Securities Mr. Gerald Czarnecki Chairman & CEO, Deltennium Corporation Ms. Kate Grace President, Kate Grace Physical Therapy; Physical Therapist, Orthopedic Physician Assistant Ms. Ruthann Heinrich President, Nuance Wines Ms. Cheryl Kendrick Community, National Volunteer Mr. W. H. Knight, Jr. (Joe) Visiting Professor of Law, Seattle University; Professor and Dean Emeritus, University of Washington School of Law Dr. Donald Kripke Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, University of California San Diego Ms. Jacqueline Townsend Konstanturos Chief Executive Officer, Restorative Remedies Dr. Jerry C. Lee (Ex Officio) Chancellor, National University System; President Emeritus, National University

17 29 AT A GLANCE (continued) Ms. Jean Leonard Educational Consultant, JM Leonard & Associates Mr. Michael R. McGill, P.E. President, McGill, Martin, Self, Inc. Dr. Lee Rice Chief Executive Officer and Medical Director, Lifewellness Institute Mr. Carlos Rodriguez Public Affairs and Communications Consultant, Rodriguez & Company Alexander R. Shikhman, M.D., Ph.D. Institute for Specialized Medicine Mr. Jay Stone Vice President, Van Scoyoc Associates, Inc. Ms. Judith Sweet Senior Vice President for Championships and Education Services, Retired, National Collegiate Athletic Association ACCREDITATION, MEMBERSHIPS, AND ASSOCIATIONS Accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Approved by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) Approved by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) Approved by the Nevada Department of Education (NDE) Approved by the Nevada State Board of Education/Nevada State Board for Career and Technical Education Approved as meeting the requirements mandated by the Board of Examiners for the State of Nevada Provisionally approved by the Nevada State Board of Nursing (NSBN) Accredited by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE) Accredited by the American Association of Intensive English Programs (AAIEP) for its English Language Programs Accredited by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE) Member of American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) Member of the Council of Colleges of Arts and Sciences (CCAS) Member of the National Association of International Educators (NAFSA) Member of the American Association of Intensive English Programs (AAIEP) Member of the National Association of Self-Instructional Language Programs (NASILP) Authorized by the State of Nevada Commission on Postsecondary Education (NCPE) CAMPUSES AND LOCATIONS 27 campuses in California and Nevada Nine Online Information Centers in California, Florida, Nevada, Virginia, and Peru COLLEGE OF LETTERS AND SCIENCES New Programs ( ) Associate of Arts in General Education with Concentrations in Business Administration, Public Administration, Criminal Justice Administration, and Professional Golf Management Advanced Certificate in Professional Golf Management Bachelor of Arts in Biological Science with a California Preliminary Single Subject Credential Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Bachelor of Arts Sport Psychology Bachelor of Arts with Major in Early Childhood Education with a California Preliminary Single Subject Credential Certificate in Professional Golf Management Certificate in Forensic Science and Crime Scene Investigation Global Master of Business Administration Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics Master of Arts in Film Studies Master of Criminal Justice National University s Center for Cultural and Ethnic Studies under the College of Letters and Sciences held several events over the last year, including: The Seven Deadly Sins, San Diego Noels for Strings and Organ, Sacramento Poets and Writers Reading, Los Angeles Black Storytellers of San Diego, San Diego Second Annual Eco Fair, San Diego Organ Music from Italy, Sacramento Chamber Music & Film, Sacramento Urban Valedictorians, Los Angeles Grants One-year $99,962 federal grant from the National University Security Agency (NSA) for the STARTALK 2010 Student Persian Program. $2,500 mini grant for the Duke University Civic Discourse Project SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT New Programs ( ) Master of Business Administration (revised) Master of Science in Management Information Systems (with the School of Engineering and Technology) Grants $11,208 grant from the Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation for student scholarships to economic courses SCHOOL OF EDUCATION New Programs ( ) Career Technology Education credential in collaboration with Extended Learning Master of Science in Juvenile Justice Special Administration Grants Two-year $240,130 FIPSE grant for Project Lingo Link from U.S. Department of Education Five-year block grant with authorizations of $2,788,262 for fiscal year 2010 from California Commission on Teacher Credentialing

18 31 AT A GLANCE (continued) SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY New Programs ( ) Certificate in Cisco Certified Network Associate Exploration Master of Science in Cyber Security and Information Assurance Master of Science in Engineering Management Master of Science in Sustainability Management Master of Science in Computer Science (revised) Master of Science in Engineering (revised) Grants $1,500 grant from the Global Wireless Education Consortium for upgrading graduate program laboratory equipment for wireless sensor projects SCHOOL OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES New Programs ( ) Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy Graduate Certificate in Integrative Health Master of Public Health: Specialization in Health Promotion Master of Science in Health Informatics SCHOOL OF MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION New Programs ( ) Associate of Arts in General Education with a concentration in Videogame Production Program Alliances MFA in Professional Screenwriting - Sony Picture Studios - Warner Brothers Studios - The Hollywood Report - Writers Guild Foundation - Agency for Performing Arts - Verve Talent Agency - Producers Guild of America MFA in Digital Cinema - Mole Richardson Studio - Panasonic - America Society of Cinematographers - Directors Guild of America - Robey Theater Company DIVISION OF EXTENDED LEARNING New Programs ( ) Career Technical Education credential in collaboration with School of Education Certificate in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling Certificate in Construction Management Certificate in Marine Technology NATIONAL UNIVERSITY FACTS Academic Affairs Degree programs: Certificate programs: Credential programs: Extended Learning programs: Online Programs Programs offered online: Online classes delivered:...4,363 Number of online students:..17,091 Number of 100 percent online students:...10,629 Statistics Full-time equivalent students: 22,000 Alumni:...more than 125,000 Total degrees conferred:...112,607 Total credentials recommended:...56,582 Student Body Male: Female: Military: American Indian/Alaskan Native:.. 1 Asian:... 7 African American: Hispanic: Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander:.. 1 Caucasian: Two or more races:... 2 Race and ethnicity unknown: International:... 3 Average age at admission:...33 years old Undergraduate students:...31 percent Graduate students:...69 percent Employees Full-time faculty: Associate faculty: Adjunct faculty:...2,522 Full-time staff: Part-time staff: Diversity Rankings First in the nation in awarding master s degrees in education to Hispanics and Asians Fifth in the nation in granting master s degrees in education to minority students First in California in awarding master s degrees to Hispanics and African Americans Fifth in the nation in granting master s degrees to Hispanic women First in California in awarding master s degrees to women; among the top 10 in the nation Fourth in the nation in enrollment of Hispanic graduate students

19 33 Given their shared educational vision and near mirror-image core values, John F. Kennedy University s affiliation with the National University System was a natural partnership. JOHN F. KENNEDY UNIVERSITY For more than 45 years, JFK University has been a pioneer in higher education, providing working adults with lifelong learning opportunities in the San Francisco Bay area and beyond. The University s students, many of whom balance full-time jobs and family responsibilities, embark on a learning pathway designed to positively impact their futures. Students are immersed in an educational experience that combines the benefit of an interactive, student-focused classroom with the convenience of evening and weekend schedules and easily accessible campus locations. JFK University s campuses in Pleasant Hill, Berkeley, and Campbell draw students predominantly from Alameda and Contra Costa counties, with the remaining students coming from San Francisco, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz counties. The Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.), Museum Studies, Sport Psychology and Holistic Health Education programs draw individuals from across the country, and the Integral Theory program attracts students from around the world. The average age of the student population ranges from 25- to 49-years-old. Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), JFK University offers undergraduate-completion programs, graduate and doctoral degrees, and continuing education certificates. All of the University s programs are delivered at affordable tuition rates that keep students career aspirations within reach. Graduates from the University s Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology - Holistic and Marriage and Family Therapy programs are highly sought after in the Bay Area for their practical knowledge and hands-on experience. With only a handful of similar programs available anywhere, the Master of Arts in Holistic Health Education is positioned to become a leading program for the University. Approval by the American Bar Association (ABA) of the University s legal studies and paralegal programs make them among the most coveted in the region. True to the vision and forethought of its namesake, John F. Kennedy University is focused on providing an atmosphere in which students can expand their intellectual and professional horizons. The University s adaptable, forward-thinking academic programs offer new possibilities to individuals who share a commitment to continuously improving their lives through education. The benefits of affiliation with the System were immediate for JFK University, beginning with the University receiving a successful seven-year reaffirmation of its accreditation from WASC.

20 35 SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY HAS BEEN A HALLMARK OF THE JFK UNIVERSITY SINCE ITS FOUNDATION. John F. Kennedy University is focused on providing an atmosphere in which students can expand their intellectual and professional horizons. Given their shared educational vision and near mirror-image core values, John F. Kennedy University s affiliation with the National University System, which was approved by WASC in 2009, was a natural partnership. The affiliation supports the University and the System in realizing their mutual goals of providing lifelong learners with access to a complete range of educational offerings, including K-12, technical programs, certificates, teaching credentials, and associate s, bachelor s, master s, and doctoral degrees. The benefits of affiliation with the System were immediate for JFK University, which experienced its best financial performance in the past 10 years, fueled in part by an almost 15 percent growth in its registrations from academic year to The University also received a seven-year reaffirmation of its accreditation from WASC. In cooperation with the National University System marketing group, the University s multichannel marketing efforts expanded outreach to include the launch earlier this year of a revamped website, successfully incorporating JFK University into the National University System brand. The improved site features interactive search capabilities using Google technology, enhanced navigation, prospective and current student-focused content, and new imagery. JFK University reorganized in FY10 from five schools (Education and Liberal Arts, Holistic Studies, Law, Management, and Professional Psychology) to three Colleges Undergraduate Studies, Professional Studies, and Law. For both the University and its students, this reorganization will enhance opportunities for linking between programs, as well as stimulate collaboration across the University s student service touch points. These newly created Colleges will continue to build on the University s mission to offer a rich and supportive learning environment and prepare students to reach their potential as successful professionals in their fields of study. The University s academic philosophy is rooted in a practical learning approach, so a field component is integrated into many of its programs. Graduate psychology students get first-hand experience in providing counseling services at one of the University s three community counseling centers. Students enjoy unique program outcomes through the University s dynamic, hands-on internships offered in the nationally-recognized sport psychology and museum studies programs. Psychology remains the largest overall discipline at John F. Kennedy University. After the Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, the Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D.), which is accredited by the American Psychiatric Association, and the Juris Doctor are the University s second- and third-largest programs, respectively. For fall 2010, the University is offering new programs at its main campus in Pleasant Hill, including a joint JD/MBA program, which provides graduates with two valuable degrees: a Juris Doctor from the College of Law and a Master of Business Administration from the College of Professional Studies. The joint degree emphasizes the values of social justice and community service with a focus on socially responsible business practices and sustainable organizational development and operations. Other new programs added this fall include graduate certificates in Ecotherapy (hybrid format) and Leadership and Sustainable Change (online). Looking toward the winter and spring quarters, the University is planning to launch new MBA specializations in Public Administration and Entrepreneurial Leadership and a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts. Leveraging the online expertise of its fellow affiliates of the National University System, JFK University is expanding the number of its online programs starting with a certificate in Exercise and Sport Performance. Moving forward, pending WASC approval, the University is looking to offer its Master of Sport Psychology online, along with a Bachelor of Science in Law Enforcement Leadership and a Master of Laws (LLM). In addition to the academic reorganization and new program offerings, John F. Kennedy University s students, faculty, and administration will benefit from physical improvements to the University s campuses and facilities. Earlier this year, the computer lab at the main Pleasant Hill campus was renovated to include an additional 28 new computers and a private area for students in the Doctorate of Psychology program. At the Berkeley and Pleasant Hill campuses, state-of-theart service lines were installed to provide across-the-board higher speed data retrieval from the Internet, and more than 155 of the University s 205 PCs were updated with newer software packages. Students are immersed in an educational experience that combines the benefit of an interactive, student-focused classroom with the convenience of evening and weekend schedules and easily accessible campus locations.