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September 25, 2023
Bachelor of Science vs. Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
A bachelor’s degree is an undergraduate degree that typically requires between three and five years to complete. There are several categories of bachelor’s degrees, with the two most common examples including the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.). Suppose you’re thinking about pursuing an undergraduate degree in psychology. In that case, ...
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September 21, 2023
Nonprofit University Receives National Science Foundation Grant to Improve Undergraduate Biology Instruction Through Art
National University biologist will lead a collaborative project to explore how art-enhanced instruction can improve comprehension and engagement in biology SAN DIEGO, CA (SEPTEMBER 21, 2023) — National University (NU)—a non-profit, Minority Serving Institution of over 40,000 students with a focus on working adults, educators, parents and current and former members of the military—today announced ...
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September 20, 2023
Equity in Education: Understanding Equity in the Classroom
The goal of education is to prepare students with the skills and knowledge they need to become successful, productive members of society. However, the path to reaching their objectives may present more substantial obstacles for some students compared to others. For example, some students might face socioeconomic barriers or have learning disabilities that make it ...
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September 19, 2023
National University SVP and Associate General Counsel Pablo Fabian selected by HACU as a Fellow in the Fifth Cohort of National Leadership Program
Fabian has been named a fellow in the Fifth Cohort of the La Academia de Liderazgo leadership program.SAN DIEGO, CA (SEPT 19, 2023) — National University, a Veteran-founded nonprofit university and one of the largest private nonprofit Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSI) in the United States, serving more than 40,000 students, today announced that Senior Vice President ...
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September 15, 2023
Comparing the Bachelor of Arts vs Science in Psychology
A bachelor’s degree is an undergraduate degree that typically requires between three and five years to complete. There are several categories of bachelor’s degrees, with the two most common examples including the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.). Suppose you’re thinking about pursuing an undergraduate degree in psychology. In that case, ...
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September 14, 2023
National University Strengthens Military Commitment Through Strategic PsychArmor Partnership
Veteran-founded academic institution strengthens staff training and resources for enhanced support of military-connected students SAN DIEGO, CA (Sept. 14, 2023) – National University (NU), a Veteran-founded nonprofit university serving 40,000 students nationwide, announces its partnership with PsychArmor, the San Diego-based nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening education support for the U.S. armed forces, Veterans, and their ...
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September 12, 2023
Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month
As a military-friendly, dedicated Hispanic-serving institution that’s been around for more than 50 years, National University is proud to celebrate the many ways the Hispanic community has enriched our culture at large, and our school in particular. This year, we’re spending National Hispanic Heritage Month reflecting on how we support our Hispanic students and celebrate ...
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September 9, 2023
Everything You Need to Know About Counseling Psychology
Current events, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighted many of the mental health issues faced by a number of Americans, as well as a need for more qualified counselors and mental health professionals. A 2023 report from Mental Health America revealed that there is only one mental health provider per every 350 individuals who require ...
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September 6, 2023
Cybersecurity vs Computer Science: Which One to Choose
If you have a love for technology and solving complex problems, cybersecurity and computer science offer exciting career opportunities. It’s not so much a matter of “cybersecurity vs. computer science,” but rather, which discipline speaks more to your personal career goals, strengths, and passions – as there is considerable overlap between these two areas. Both ...
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September 2, 2023
How to Start a Career in Cybersecurity Without Experience
Cybersecurity, the practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital threats, is a field that’s growing exponentially. Even if you’re starting with little experience, there are ways to break into this industry and build a rewarding career. This guide will walk you through the steps to start a career in cybersecurity, even if you’re ...
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August 30, 2023
What Can You Do with a Master's in Educational Psychology?
Education isn’t one size fits all. By earning a master’s in educational psychology, you’ll create a stepping stone to lucrative and captivating career paths that explore how various factors — developmental, cognitive, emotional, and social — affect a student’s ability to learn. How do learning environments, technology, and culture impact a student’s ability to retain ...
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August 25, 2023
How to Get into Data Science
It’s the sexiest job of the 21st century, according to Harvard Business Review. Data scientists have the training and curiosity to make discoveries in the world of big data, which is getting bigger by the minute. Across the globe, an estimated 79 zettabytes (or 79 trillion gigabytes) of data were generated in 2021, an amount ...
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August 22, 2023
What Can You Do with a Supply Chain Management Degree?
Want a ticket to greater job satisfaction and a good shot at being promoted? If you’ve reached a dead end in your career or your salary just isn’t delivering the lifestyle you’d imagined, reinventing yourself with a supply chain management degree might be the answer. A Master of Business Administration in Supply Chain Management from ...
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August 18, 2023
New Institute Launches to Close Gap in Research and Scholarship Opportunities for Underrepresented College Students and Faculty
National University’s Cause Research Institute (CRI) will invest in social sector research and innovation; foster collaboration with mission-aligned institutions SAN DIEGO, CA (August 18, 2023) – National University (NU), a nonprofit serving more than 40,000 students and one of the largest private Minority Serving Institutions (MSI) in the United States, today announced the launch of ...
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August 17, 2023
Behaviorism in Education: What Is Behavioral Learning Theory?
Have you ever wondered how people learn and behave? Why do some students excel in certain subjects while others struggle? How can teachers positively influence their students’ behavior and motivation? These are some of the questions that behavioral learning theory tries to answer. Behaviorism in education, or behavioral learning theory is a branch of psychology ...
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August 17, 2023
National University Announces Seven New Career-Relevant Programs for Knowledge-Economy and Business Professionals
NU Introduces New Programs for Today’s and Tomorrow’s Business, Data Science, Entrepreneurial, Human Resources, Logistics, and Marketing Professionals SAN DIEGO, CA – (August 17, 2023) – National University, a distinguished non-profit university founded by veterans and recognized as one of the most prominent private non-profit Minority Serving Institutions (MSI) in the U.S. with over 40,000 ...
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August 15, 2023
National University Proud Sponsor of The Rosie Network Supporting Military-Affiliated Businesses
National University, one of the country’s most trusted and respected military-friendly universities, affirms its commitment to the military business community SAN DIEGO, CA (Aug. 15, 2023) — National University (NU), a highly regarded and trusted institution known for unwavering support of the U.S. armed forces and family members, is underscoring its commitment to helping the military ...
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August 14, 2023
Constructivism in Education: What Is Constructivism?
Constructivism in education is a learning theory that posits that students learn new information by building on top of a foundation of what they’ve already learned. While constructivism is one of several educational theories, it can help students take a more active role in their education by relating new concepts to their own background or ...