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Company updates, edtech innovations, data-driven insights, partner spotlights, and more. Check out what’s happening at 2U—and in the worlds of higher education and education technology.
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Insights
“Back to School” Inspiration from Top Educators in Degree Programs, Boot Camps, and Short Courses
As a new school year approaches, many teaching professionals in 2U-powered programs will reflect on how to best adapt their online classroom experience to meet the evolving needs of their students. Learn what drives these educators and their advice for engaging learners.
Partner Spotlight
A Champion for Chocolate: How One Student’s Winning Boot Camp Project Is Helping to Advance a Vital African Industry
Discover how Georgia Tech Digital Marketing Boot Camp graduate Jonathan Ayimambenwe won our annual Next Level Contest with his data-fueled social marketing platform, which supports African cocoa farmers by tracing their product’s life cycle from “farm to bar.”
Mission
Our Bold Vision for the Future: From Day One to 2021
We started this company in 2008 to create the world’s best online education. And we’ve been defying the odds ever since.
Culture
A Day in the Life: Senior Operations Manager Angie Labuschagne
Learn what this No Back Row Award winner has accomplished over the past seven years at 2U—from launching GetSmarter’s first international courses with MIT to collaborating with Cape Town’s creative studio.
Partner Spotlight
The Ultimate Hack Job: Why H&R Block Seeks Non-Traditional Talent for Its Cybersecurity Team
Hear from Carraig Stanwyck, the director of information security for one of H&R Block’s financial management brands, on how the company works with 2U’s Career Engagement Network to source top candidates for its open tech positions.
News & Press
The Howard University School of Social Work Announces Online Masters in Social Work Beginning January 2022 in Partnership with 2U, Inc.
By bringing its distinctive social work curriculum online, Howard aims to equip more aspiring social workers to serve Black and marginalized populations.
Insights
10 Tips for Supporting Online International Students
Though they don’t need to adjust to on-campus life in a new country, international students face a whole new set of challenges in online classrooms. 2U’s Faculty Engagement & Development team offers 10 practical tips for supporting their unique needs.
News & Press
Join 2U at ASU + GSV 2021
Check out 2U's ASU + GSV 2021 schedule and learn how to engage with us throughout the conference.
Insights
5 Reflections on Building Racial Equity from DEI Nonprofit Leader John Rice
The founder and CEO of Management Leadership Tomorrow (MLT) shares how he and his nationally renowned organization help new generations of Black, Latinx, and Native American leaders realize their full potential.
News & Press
The University of Miami Herbert Business School Partners with 2U, Inc. to Power its Online MBA
This announcement builds on 2U and Miami Herbert’s existing boot camp partnership and will provide new opportunities for learners