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Faces of NAU – Cheryl Bullinger – Executive Director of Compliance
Celebrating the People Behind 85 Years of Possibility Meet Cheryl Bullinger, Executive Director of Compliance For more than four decades, Cheryl Bullinger has been a dedicated member of the National American University family. With 43 years of service, she has witnessed the university’s growth, evolution, and continued commitment to helping students achieve their educational goals.
READ MOREDo Employers Value Online Graduate Certificates?
Employers often value online graduate certificates when the skills they affirm directly relate to the positions they need to fill. If you’ve already earned a bachelor’s degree, an online graduate certificate may be a wise investment of your time and money—if it aligns with your career goals. Graduate certificates have become an increasingly popular option
READ MOREFaces of NAU – Dr. Cindy Mathena – NAU President
Celebrating the People Behind 85 Years of Possibility Meet Dr. Cindy Mathena, President and Provost For 85 years, National American University has been shaped by people dedicated to helping students build better futures. As we celebrate this milestone, we are proud to introduce Faces of NAU, a series highlighting the faculty and staff whose passion,
READ MOREAI May Be Reshaping Entry-Level Jobs. Here’s Why Adult Learners Have an Advantage
By Dr. Brigit McGuire, Dean of Academic Affairs, and Steven Balke, Dean of Business Programs, National American University A recent Forbes article, “AI Is Shrinking Entry-Level Jobs. Here’s How Recent Grads Can Stand Out,” highlighted growing concerns that artificial intelligence may be reducing some traditional entry-level opportunities by automating tasks such as research, summarization, drafting,
READ MOREHow Do You Balance Full-Time Work and Online College?
Many students successfully balance full-time career commitments and online college by choosing a flexible program, creating a realistic weekly schedule, and building a support system before challenges arise. It’s possible to find success in online academic programs, but it works best when school fits into your life instead of competing with it. It’s also good
READ MORECongratulations to the NAU Class of 2026
National American University proudly congratulates the Class of 2026. On Friday, June 12, 2026, NAU celebrated 257 graduates across certificate, diploma, associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate degree programs during the 2026 Virtual Commencement Ceremony. This milestone represents more than the completion of a program. It reflects the hard work, persistence, sacrifice, and determination of students
READ MOREIs a 3-Year Degree the Same as an Accelerated Degree?
A 3-year degree is not always the same as an accelerated degree. An accelerated degree means you complete the same number of required courses and credits in less time, but innovative 3-year, reduced-credit bachelor’s degrees combine knowledge, skills, and efficiency. Programs that deliver the same amount of coursework in a shorter timeframe can be more
READ MORECan You Learn Medical Staff Services Management Online?
Medical staff services management focuses on the administrative and compliance side of healthcare staffing. Working as a medical staff services professional requires knowledge of healthcare policy, organization, and documentation, all of which can be learned online. Learning about medical staff services online offers you a flexible way to enter a high-demand profession where you can
READ MOREThe Bigger Story Behind the “College Pays Off at 34” Headline
A recent article published by MSN sparked conversation with a headline suggesting that a bachelor’s degree may not fully “pay off” financially until around age 34. But after taking a closer look at the actual research behind the headline, we found the bigger story may not be about age at all. The MSN article was
READ MOREWinter 2025-26 Best in Class Faculty Award Winner: Austin Dowdy
Faculty Spotlight: Austin Dowdy Winter 2025-2026 “Best in Class” Faculty Award Recipient National American University proudly recognizes Austin Dowdy as the Winter 2025-2026 Term recipient of the “Best in Class” Faculty Award. This honor recognizes faculty members who demonstrate excellence in teaching, student engagement, academic leadership, and dedication to student success. Austin was selected based
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