American Public University System Appoints William G. Robinson, Jr., to Board of Trustees
May 22, 2020
APUS
American Public University System (APUS)), a wholly-owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (APEI), today announced the appointment of William G. Robinson, Jr., president of Broadgate Human Capital, LLC, to its board of trustees.
American Public University System Recognizes Accomplished Class of 2020 at its First-Ever Virtual Commencement
May 20, 2020
APUS
American Public University System (APUS) celebrated a record graduating class at its 24th annual commencement on May 16 – its first-ever virtual ceremony in response to the global coronavirus pandemic. The event, which recognized the accomplishments of nearly 13,000 American Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU) graduates from all 50 states and 19 countries worldwide, featured more than 2,000 student participants and was streamed live via the university’s Facebook pages.
American Public University System Health Information Management Bachelor’s Program Recognized by Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education
April 13, 2020
APUS
American Public University System (APUS) today announced that its Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management (BS HIM) has received initial accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM) in recognition of the program’s substantial compliance with the nationally-established CAHIIM Accreditation Standards.
American Public University (APU) Launches Momentum 2020 Scholarship Program
April 07, 2020
APUS
New initiative from online pioneer to support program progression for up to 20,000+ visiting students from institutions impacted by coronavirus pandemic
Inaugural AMU Space Summit Postponed
March 06, 2020
APUS
Cross-sector symposium to address educational opportunities and challenges for new US Space Force, extraterrestrial exploration
American Public University System Selects Analytikus Foresight Platform in Support of Commitment to Student Success and Learning Outcomes
January 28, 2020
APUS
APUS announced that it will implement Analytikus Foresight, an artificial intelligence-based platform designed to measure and improve student retention and learning outcomes in the first quarter of 2020.
Distance Learning Systems Expands Online Learning Program with American Public University System Partnership
January 08, 2020
APUS
Distance Learning Systems (DLSII) has partnered with American Public University System (APUS) to provide DLSII students with increased flexibility and affordability throughout the general education portion of their degree program.
Press Releases
Media Coverage
Dr. Vernon Smith interviewed on Let's Talk Live
September 05, 2019
WJLA Channel 7: Let's Talk Live
APU is well-positioned to serve adult learners in a changing higher education marketplace, according to Provost Dr. Vernon Smith.
Turkey and US Closer to Syria ‘Safe Zone’ Deal Despite Uncertainty Over Kurds
August 14, 2019
CNS.com
Matthew Crosston, AMU program director of intelligence studies, expressed doubts the safe zone plan would work.
Evaluating Cybersecurity Degree Programs: Four Pillars of Excellence
May 23, 2019
Dice Insights
The demand for qualified cybersecurity professionals far outweighs the supply, according to Dr. Kevin Harris, program director, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security and Information Technology.
Interview: AMU Alumna Major General Barbara R. Holcomb
May 17, 2019
Veterans Affairs & Military Medicine
There are opportunities for Army nurses for advanced degrees and to develop their leadership skills, said Holcomb.
Chasing Rainbows: Some Country’s LGBTI Fight Not Just for Equality, but Survival
May 10, 2019
Globe Post
LGBTI rights remain contested globally, and recent political trends reveal a regression, according to Dr. Elise Carlson-Rainer, assistant professor of international relations.
New smartphone app uses GPS to connect disaster victims with responders
May 03, 2019
United Press International
Before a disaster ever happens, emergency managers assess areas to determine places that are most at risk, according to Dean of Academic Outreach & Program Development Dr. Chris Reynolds
Blockchain and Cybersecurity: Wary Courtship, or Marriage Made in Heaven?
April 01, 2019
Cyberdefense Magazine
Blockchain technology today has a potentially significant role in the development of industry-specific cybersecurity defenses and systems, according to Dr. Kevin Harris, program director of information systems security and information technology management.
Preparing for & Responding to Disaster – A 2018 Review
April 03, 2019
Domestic Preparation Journal
Overall, the combined efforts of local, state, and federal emergency management officials in 2018 were commendable, according to Emergency Management Faculty Allison G.S. Knox and Dean and Vice President of Academic Outreach & Program Development Dr. Chris Reynolds.
Trauma Awareness and Stress Management Conference for Police
March 01, 2019
FM News
“My research has found that both the positive and the adverse coping mechanisms for dealing with police stress are similar around the world,” said Dr. Jarrod Sadulski, professor, School of Security and Global Studies.
Brexit Extension Looks Possible as Deadline Looms
February 27, 2019
CNS News
A vote to delay Brexit appears the most likely outcome, according to Dr. Matthew Crosston, associate professor of security and global studies.
An Adaptive and Immersive Technology Transformation
February 01, 2019
Business Chief Magazine
Students, especially as they’re becoming younger and younger and taking more online courses, require a digital experience, according to Dr. Karen Srba, VP of Academic and Instructional Technology.
Marching on for Working Moms
January 18, 2019
Ms. Magazine
The US is the only industrialized nation that does not subsidize or provide universal childcare, according to Doctoral Faculty Dr. Elise Carlson-Rainer.
