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American National University Responds to Department of Education Settlement

admin — Mon, 11 Jul 2022 22:53:59 +0000

American National University Responds to Department of Education Settlement

SALEM, VA – A sweeping settlement made by the U. S. Department of Education in the class action lawsuit, Sweet v. Cardona, includes many highly questionable claims that unlikely warrant loan forgiveness under applicable federal policy. While not taking a position on the overall decision, American National University is concerned about the precedent set given the highly dubious nature of many of the claims lodged against the institution, and forcefully rejects the department’s implication that there is evidence of misconduct on the part of the university.
American National University has thoroughly investigated the claims made against the institution. We found no evidence to substantiate any misrepresentation of any kind. Many claims simply did not state a claim eligible for relief under the statute. The majority of claims failed to provide any documentation of alleged misconduct as required by Department of Education regulations, while ANU was able to provide documentation to the Department refuting the vast majority of stated claims.

The Department appears to have taken the position that simply attending an educational institution with a particular tax status constitutes the statutory requirement of a strong indication of misconduct to warrant loan forgiveness. American National University rejects any implication created by the Department’s settlement that students who attended American National University were in any way the victims of institutional misconduct.
American National University responsibly follows applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations; and beyond that adheres to an institutional philosophy that is dedicated to the best interest of the student. A sizeable proportion of our graduates – including a number of those who filed claims against the institution – return for a second or even a third degree or other credential. More than two-thirds of those who submitted claims successfully completed a degree program with ANU.

In student satisfaction surveys over the last several years, an overwhelming majority of respondents indicated that through ANU they had completed their educational goals, would recommend ANU to a friend, and were satisfied with their individual academic programs. For example, 97.5% of respondents indicated they were “very satisfied” or “satisfied” with their overall experience with ANU in the most recent survey year.

ANU has consistently tried to limit costs and indebtedness for our students. Since 2018, ANU has slashed tuition anywhere from 10% to 54%, depending on program. We have held the line on tuition increases since that time until only recently raising tuition for a handful of programs due to inflationary pressures. What’s more, since 2018 we have eliminated nearly all additional fees that institutions typically charge: no technology fees, no activity fees, no fees for books or learning materials, no graduation fees; and for undergraduate programs, no application fees.

Founded in 1886, American National University provides opportunities for individuals who are seeking to achieve their career goals by offering credential and degree programs through distance education and blended learning. For more information, visit an.edu on the web or call 833.388.1100.

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General Writing Resources

admin — Fri, 11 Mar 2022 15:58:36 +0000

Writing Resources for Your Coursework

Before you start writing, it helps to have the right building blocks in place: a clear research question, a focused thesis, and a plan for how you’ll organize your sources. This page walks through each of those, plus the APA and grammar tools American National University students use most.

Writing a Strong Research Question

A research question is the specific thing your paper sets out to investigate — not your general topic, but the focused question within it. A good research question is:

Focused enough to answer in the length of paper you’re assigned
Complex enough to need more than one source to answer
Clearly scoped, naming a specific population, timeframe, or angle rather than a broad subject

Example: Instead of “How does telehealth affect healthcare?” (too broad), try “How has telehealth adoption affected appointment no-show rates among rural primary care patients since 2020?”

Turning Your Research Question Into a Thesis Statement

Your thesis statement is the answer your paper argues for, stated as a clear claim — usually one to two sentences near the end of your introduction. It should:

State your position directly, not just announce your topic
Be specific enough that a reader knows exactly what you’re going to prove
Set up the structure of your paper (if your thesis has three parts, your paper probably needs three main sections)

Example: “Telehealth adoption has reduced no-show rates among rural primary care patients by making appointments easier to attend, but it has also introduced new barriers for patients without reliable internet access.”

Download the Problem Statement Worksheet

Annotated Bibliographies: A Quick Primer

An annotated bibliography is a reference list where each entry is followed by a short paragraph (usually 3–5 sentences) summarizing the source and noting how you plan to use it in your paper. It’s a useful tool for organizing your sources before you start writing, even on papers that don’t require one.

Example entry:

Patterson, L. (2023). The modern workforce: Skills over credentials. Career Press.
This book argues that employers increasingly value demonstrated skills over degree credentials. I’ll use this source to support my paper’s discussion of certificate programs as an alternative career pathway.

Download the Annotated Bibliography Worksheet

APA Formatting and Citation Tools

More Writing Help

Purdue OWL — one of the most complete free writing reference sites available, useful for grammar rules and citation edge cases this page doesn’t cover
Grammarly — catches grammar and spelling issues as you write, though it shouldn’t replace a human review of your argument and structure

Back to the Writing Center

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Getting Started With APA Citation

admin — Thu, 10 Mar 2022 15:58:52 +0000

How to Cite in APA Format: A Student’s Guide

If you’re working on a paper for one of your courses — whether it’s a case study for your paralegal program, a research paper for a health sciences class, or a business plan for your management coursework — you’ll likely be asked to use APA format. This guide walks through exactly what that means and how to do it correctly, with real examples you can follow.

What Is APA Style, and Why Does It Matter for Your Grade?

APA (American Psychological Association) style is the citation and formatting system used across most of American National University’s programs, especially in business, health sciences, and the social sciences. Your instructors use it because it gives every student a consistent, professional way to credit sources — the same standard you’ll be expected to use if you go on to write in a clinical, business, or legal setting after graduation.

Skipping or botching citations isn’t a technicality, it’s one of the most common ways students lose points on an otherwise strong paper.

Visit the Writing Center for more resources

Citation vs. Reference: What’s the Difference?

These two terms get mixed up constantly, so here’s the short version:

A citation is the short note inside your paper — right after you quote or paraphrase something — that points to where the idea came from.
A reference is the full source entry on your References page at the end of the paper, where a reader could find and look up that source themselves.

Every source you cite in your paper needs both: one in-text citation where you use it, and one matching entry on your References page.

In-Text Citations: How to Cite Within Your Paper

An in-text citation needs two pieces of information: the author’s last name and the year the source was published. Here’s how that looks in practice, across the situations you’ll actually run into.

Quoting directly:

According to recent workforce data, “employers increasingly prioritize credentialed experience over a four-year degree alone” (Patterson, 2023, p. 42).

Paraphrasing an idea (no quotation marks, but still cited):

Patterson (2023) found that employers are placing more weight on hands-on credentials than on degree type alone.

Two authors:

(Nguyen & Alvarez, 2022)

Three or more authors (use “et al.” after the first author):

(Franklin et al., 2021)

No identified author — use the first few words of the title instead:

(“Workforce Trends,” 2023)

Two sources by the same author, same year — add a lowercase letter:

(Patterson, 2023a) and (Patterson, 2023b)

Citing a source you read about in another source (use sparingly — track down the original when you can):

(as cited in Nguyen & Alvarez, 2022)

Reference List Examples by Source Type

Your References page should list every source alphabetically by the author’s last name. Here’s the format for the source types students use most often:

Website (no listed author):

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023, June 14). Workplace safety basics. https://www.cdc.gov/workplace-safety

Journal article (with a DOI):

Nguyen, T., & Alvarez, R. (2022). Credential stacking and career mobility in allied health fields. Journal of Career Development, 49(3), 211–228. https://doi.org/10.1177/08948453221098765

E-book:

Franklin, D., Reyes, M., & Osei, K. (2021). Foundations of healthcare administration (3rd ed.). SpringerPub. https://ebookcentral.proquest.com

Book (print):

Patterson, L. (2023). The modern workforce: Skills over credentials. Career Press.

Common APA Mistakes That Cost Students Points

Forgetting the page number on a direct quote. Paraphrases don’t need one; direct quotes always do.
Mixing up “et al.” rules. It’s only for three or more authors — spell out both names for two authors every time.
Citing in the text but forgetting the matching Reference entry (or vice versa). Every in-text citation needs a reference, and every reference should be cited somewhere in the paper.
Using the wrong date format for undated web sources — if there’s truly no date, use “(n.d.)” rather than leaving it blank.
Forgetting the hanging indent on the References page — the second line of each entry should indent half an inch.

FAQ

Do student papers need a running head in APA format?

No — under the current APA 7th edition rules, student papers (the type you’re writing for coursework) don’t require a running head. That’s only required for professional/publication manuscripts.

Do I need an abstract for a class paper?

Usually not, unless your instructor specifically asks for one. Check your assignment instructions first.

What if my source has no author and no date?

Use the title in place of the author, and “(n.d.)” in place of the date — see the example in the reference list section above.

Need More Help?

APA Style’s official website, apastyle.apa.org.

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Tips for Conducting Research

admin — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 15:59:08 +0000

How to Choose and Narrow a Research Topic

Picking the right topic early saves you hours of frustration later. Here’s a practical process for choosing a topic and adjusting it once you start researching.

Choosing a Topic

Start with your interests. If your instructor gives you freedom to choose, pick something you actually want to spend time learning about — your paper will be stronger for it.
Do quick preliminary research. Before committing, search your topic in the library databases (Gale Academic OneFile and ProQuest Central are good starting points) to make sure there’s enough published material to work with.
Brainstorm around it. Use the basic who/what/where/when/why prompts, and try a simple three-column list: what you know, what you think you know, and what you still need to find out.

Search ANU Library databases

Narrowing or Broadening Your Topic

It’s normal for your topic to shift once you start researching — that’s a sign you’re actually engaging with the material, not a problem.

To narrow a topic that’s too broad, add a specific limiter:

A time period (“…since the 2021 policy change”)
A population (“…among first-time nursing home residents”)
A setting (“…in outpatient clinics specifically”)

Example: “Electronic health records” is too broad for most class papers. Narrowed: “The impact of electronic health record adoption on documentation time for nurses in small rural clinics.”

To broaden a topic that’s too narrow (you can’t find enough sources):

Remove one of your filters (drop the specific location or date range)
Use a more general search term and work backward from there

Quick Self-Check

Before you commit to a topic, ask:

Can I find at least 4–5 credible sources on this exact angle?
Can I say what my paper will argue in one sentence?
Is this narrow enough to cover well in the page count I have?

Next: turn your topic into a research question
Back to the Writing Center

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Academic Integrity and Plagiarism

admin — Tue, 01 Mar 2022 16:14:02 +0000

Academic Integrity and How to Avoid Plagiarism

Academic integrity means doing your own work and giving proper credit for anyone else’s ideas you use. Most plagiarism in coursework isn’t intentional cheating — it’s a citation mistake or a shortcut taken under deadline pressure. This page covers what plagiarism actually is, how to avoid the most common slip-ups, and what tools can help.

What Is Plagiarism?

American National University defines plagiarism as representing another person’s words, ideas, or work as your own without proper credit — whether that’s a direct copy-paste, an unattributed paraphrase, or reusing your own previously submitted work for a new assignment without your instructor’s permission. The Code of Academic Integrity Policy covers both plagiarism and other forms of academic dishonesty, including cheating and misrepresenting your own participation in group work.

Read the full Code of Academic Integrity Policy

Common Ways Students Accidentally Plagiarize

Copying text from a website without quotation marks, even if you cite the source — if the wording is identical, it needs quotation marks and a page or paragraph reference.
Paraphrasing too closely — changing a few words while keeping the original sentence structure still counts as plagiarism. A real paraphrase restates the idea in your own sentence structure, not just different word choices.
Reusing a paper (or part of one) from a previous class without your current instructor’s explicit permission.
Forgetting to cite a source you paraphrased, assuming citation is only needed for direct quotes — it isn’t; ideas need credit too, not just exact wording.

How to Avoid Plagiarism

Take notes in your own words as you research, rather than copying passages to paraphrase later — it’s much easier to accidentally plagiarize when you’re working from the original text.
Cite as you write, not after you finish — it’s easy to lose track of which idea came from which source if you leave citations for the end.
Run your paper through Grammarly’s free plagiarism checker before submitting, as a final check — not a substitute for careful note-taking and citation along the way.

Grammarly’s plagiarism checker

Citation Software: Helpful, Not Foolproof

Citation generators like Zotero can speed up building your reference list, especially for online sources — but they frequently make small errors (wrong punctuation, missing elements), so always double-check generated citations against the examples in our [INTERNAL LINK: /getting-started-with-apa-citation/ “APA citation guide”]. Remember that every source needs two things: an in-text citation where you use it, and a matching entry on your References page.

FAQ

Is paraphrasing without citing still plagiarism?

Yes. Ideas need credit just as much as direct quotes do — paraphrasing removes the need for quotation marks, not the need for a citation.

Can I reuse a paper I wrote for a different class?

Not without your current instructor’s explicit permission — submitting the same work for two assignments without disclosure is a form of academic dishonesty.

What happens if I’m found to have plagiarized?

Consequences range from a zero on the assignment to dismissal from the university, depending on severity and whether it’s a repeat issue — see the full Code of Academic Integrity Policy for details.

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Family History to Bring Unity – MBA Student Manages Hatfield & McCoy Foundation

admin — Mon, 21 Feb 2022 19:42:10 +0000

American National University graduate Jack Hatfield recently debuted the Hatfield & McCoy Foundation and Museum to honor his infamous family heritage. 

Jack Hatfield obtained his master’s degree in Business Administration from ANU in 2010 and went on to  have a successful career in health insurance. During this time, he decided to publish a cookbook titled “Eat’n with the Hatfields” featuring his grandmother’s home recipes. While writing the book, he came to the realization that, among all his success, something was missing.

“I loved my job and I loved what I was doing it,” Hatfield recalled, “But I just wasn’t passionate about it … there was a huge gap in my life.”  

Deciding to pursue this new opportunity, he met with other high-profile members of the Hatfield family and began developing a greater understanding of their combined history and heritage. The Hatfield family was famously involved in a decades-long blood feud with a neighboring family, the McCoys, which led to the deaths of those within the families and those loyal to either side. Following the cookbook’s publication, Hatfield decided to dedicate a serious portion of his time to serve as a representative for his family in order to educate the public about the very real people behind the notorious quarrel. He began traveling the country giving presentations and participating in Q and A’s and meet-and-greet sessions.

“There’s nothing that brought me more joy than representing the family.”

Hatfield later developed a close relationship with his great aunt, Judy Hatfield, who originally owned and operated the Hatfield and McCoy foundation. The foundation seeks to preserve the families’ history and promote the ideals of peace, diversity, and acceptance. This relationship led to Hatfield joining the team and eventually taking over the foundation in 2017. “I just asked her if she wanted to let me give it a go, and she said, ‘Why not? Sounds like it’s perfect.’ … So, I abandoned my career making nice money to zero, and decided to run full force with it.”  

Throughout tackling both for-profit and non-profit businesses, Jack stated that he could not imagine his success without his ANU School of Business education. “It’s been quite an interesting journey going from the for-profit world to the nonprofit world,” he noted. “Now I’m working on grant proposals and all these other things where I’m used to working on and creating policies and procedures. Now, I’m having to switch those gears. But, on the business side, it’s still a business.”  

The Hatfield & McCoy Foundation’s Museum is set apart from other similar institutions by being the only one run by direct descendants of Hatfields and McCoys, who now consider themselves as one large family. To better achieve their mission of education and preservation, the foundation seeks to retain what has gradually left the family’s ownership throughout the years. Jack notes that while the original homeplace is owned by the foundation, which has dedicated funding to the preservation, the same cannot be said for many other properties and landmarks. “We have tourists coming from all over the world to [travel] the Hatfield and McCoy trail system,” he said. “They’re coming here for family history… and they see an area that’s just been abandoned. We’re trying to change that.” Currently, the museum is looking for sponsors, partnerships, and construction to help them with this goal.

While many historical sites in the area have yet to be restored, visitors can still enjoy walking the grounds and learning about the Hatfield-McCoy war. “Even when you enter this property, you’re coming across history,” Jack said. “It’s very special.” Being that the museum is owned by the families who took part in the feud, visitors have access to more accurate and in-depth information. By telling the full and true story of the conflict and the people caught on both sides, visitors receive a tale of escalating conflict, bitterness, and violence that culminates in a long-overdue truce and reconciliation. If visitors have one takeaway from their visit, the foundation hopes that it’s this; if the Hatfield and McCoy’s can achieve acceptance, unity, and peace despite their tumultuous past, anyone can. 

For more information on the Hatfield and McCoy Museum and  how you can donate or become a partner, visit their website, www.hatfieldmccoyfoundation.org 

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Faculty Excellence Award of 2022

admin — Tue, 25 Jan 2022 16:47:25 +0000

Semi-Annual Faculty Instructional Excellence Award of 2022

Three members of the ANU faculty – Angela Blocker, Amber Pogacsnik, and Betty Sue Reynolds – have been named the recipients of our Semi-Annual Faculty Instructional Excellence Award of 2022. Program chairs, deans, and direct managers undergo the nomination process twice each year, seeking individuals who embody ANU’s values. Nominees must display a commitment to teaching and their students; an engaging, encouraging, active teaching approach to ensure students are intellectually stimulated; the ability to effectively communicate with students; and a positive, lasting impact on students. Earning this award is how we recognize members of the faculty who embody these ANU values.

Angela earned her B.S. in Counseling and my M.A. in Human Services Counseling in 2015.
She has over 8 years of experience working as a clinical medical assistant for Internal Medicine and the Department of Defense- OB/GYN in Fort Campbell, Kentucky.
In 2011 she began teaching as an adjunct instructor, transitioning to full-time teaching in 2014.
She has two daughters with whom she enjoys spending time. She has lived in Texas, New York, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Florida. She currently lives in Tennessee and considers it her home. She enjoys quiet days/nights at home with a good movie.

Amber Pogacsnik holds both a Bachelor’s (B.S.) and Master’s (M.A.) in Sociology from Middle Tennessee State University.
Over the last three and a half years at American National University, she has taught many subjects, including Social Problems, General Sociology, and Cultural Appreciation.
Her favorite part of teaching general education courses is being able to help students develop their sociological imaginations and think about the larger world around them. She also helps them learn how to think instead of what to think and improve their information literacy, skills that she notes are necessary to navigate and succeed in society today.

Betty Sue Reynolds graduated from Big Sandy Community and Technical College in 2004 with her ADN and completed her BSN through Morehead State University.
In 2016 she completed her MSN-FNP through Chamberlain University and worked as an APRN in cardiology since then.
In 2018 Betty decided to give back to her community differently through teaching. Initially, she taught skills lab as an adjunct for an LPN-RN bridge program. Then, Betty joined American National University as a clinical simulation coordinator and absolutely loves what she does.
She is currently working toward her DNP, which she plans to complete this spring, and her CHSE certification.
She is married with two sons. In her spare time, she enjoys photography and drag racing with her husband and sons at the race track during her summer weekends.

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Celebrate Veterans Day with Discounts!

admin — Mon, 08 Nov 2021 15:57:50 +0000

This week, we celebrate Veterans Day! As a military-led institution, we know the sacrifices you have made for the freedom of every American citizen. We not only want to save veterans on their tuition with our exclusive benefits, but we figured we should inform you of all the great ways you can save while celebrating Veterans Day. Here are some of the many discounts we found for veterans this year:

Entertainment:

Events – From now until November 11th, see what free events are happening for Veterans Day.

Restaurants:

Applebee’s – Veterans and active-duty military receive a free meal when dining in from a special menu on November 11. And when dining in on November 11, military guests will receive a $5 bounce back card to redeem for dine-in, To Go, or delivery within three weeks.

Bandana’s BBQ- Veterans and active-duty military get a free Budget Buster Meal on November 11.

Buffalo Wild Wings – Active-duty and veterans get 10 free boneless wings and fries on November 11th

Golden Corral – Golden Corral is hosting their Military Appreciation Night on November 11 from 5pm to close. This includes a free “thank you” meal when dining in.

IHOP – Veterans and active-duty military get free Red, White & Blueberry Pancakes at participating locations on November 11. Dine-in only.

Joe’s Crab Shack – Veterans and active-duty service members get a free meal at participating locations on November 11. Joe’s Crab Shack will also hand out a $5 bonus card to all veterans and active military members that can be used from November 12 through December 31, 2021. The free meal has a value of $15.

Mission BBQ – Veterans and active-duty military get a free sandwich on November 11.

Red Lobster – Veterans, active-duty military, and reservists get a free appetizer or dessert from a special menu on November 11. Dine-in only.

Sheetz – On November 11, Sheetz offers veterans and active-duty military personnel a free half turkey or ham sub and a regular-size fountain drink. Sheetz will also provide a free car wash to veterans and active-duty military.

Shoney’s – Veterans and active-duty service members get a free All You Care To Eat, Freshly Prepared Breakfast Bar on November 11 until 11 am. Dine-in only.

Smoothie King – On November 11, veterans and active-duty military members get a free 20 oz. smoothie.

Starbucks — Veterans, military service members, and military spouses get a free tall (12-oz) hot brewed coffee at participating stores on November 11.

Texas Roadhouse – Texas Roadhouse will hand out dinner vouchers at the stores’ parking lots on November 11, from 11 am to 2 pm. Veterans and active-duty military can redeem their dinner vouchers when the restaurant opens for dinner, through May 30, 2022.

Wendy’s – Active-duty military and veterans get a free breakfast combo on November 11 at participating locations from 6:30 to 10:30 a.m.

View more restaurant deals here.

Retail:

Academy Sports + Outdoors – This Veteran’s Day season, Academy Sports + Outdoors is offering first responders, active-duty military, veterans, and their families, a 10-percent discount on their entire purchase in-store and online. Offer valid through Nov. 14. All you have to do is show proof of service or present a valid military ID at checkout.

Bed Bath and Beyond – Active Duty, DoD, Reserves, Guard, Retirees, Veterans, and Military Spouses get 25% off their entire purchase (in-store only; ID or proof of service required).

Big Lots– 10% discount for active military personnel and veterans who are members of the company’s Big Rewards program. This program has been announced as a year-round offer.

Dollar General – Dollar General is proud to offer an 11% off discount on the second Wednesday of each month using DG Digital Coupons to any active military personnel and veterans.

Food Lion – 10% off all groceries (some exclusions such as cigarettes, alcohol, etc.) for Active & Retired Military Personnel.

Great Clips – Great Clips will be offering a free haircut to military veterans on Veterans Day. If a non-veteran comes into Great Clips on Veterans Day and gets a haircut, they’ll be given a card that any veteran can redeem for a free haircut. Card offer lasts until December 10th.

Home Depot – Home Depot is offering all active-duty personnel, reservists, retired military, veterans, and their families (with ID card) a 10 percent discount off their purchases in honor of Veterans Day. Some limitations may apply.

L.L. Bean – (through Nov. 11): 15% military discount (increased from the normal 10%)

Lowes – Military veterans and their spouses with a 10% discount every day with verification.

Mattress Firm – Save 10-20% off any purchase for current and former military members, veterans’ families, and first responders.

Oakley Sunglasses – Oakley Standard Issue offers discounts for military members and first responders. Receive an additional discount on Veterans Day. Free shipping on orders over $75 and free returns.

Pandora Music – 20% off Pandora Premium. A 60-day free trial, and military discount for $7.99/mo.

Target – 10 percent discount on a purchase, in-store and online. Eligible guests can visit Target.com/circle/military to register with Target Circle™ & verify as military to receive the discount. (Some product exclusions apply; discount via a single-use coupon).

View more retail deals here.

Don’t Forget About Your Year-Round Discounts!

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ANU is a Member of the Delta Epsilon Tau Honor Society Charter

admin — Mon, 13 Sep 2021 11:38:24 +0000

American National University announces the formation of a chapter of the Delta Epsilon Tau Honor Society (DET HS), the national honor society for accredited distance learning institutions. Joining DET HS is a high distinction as only institutions recognized by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) and who are “quality-driven” are eligible to establish a local chapter.

To become a member of the DET HS chapter at ANU, initiates must demonstrate achievement, character, and leadership within their community. DET HS will join other forms of recognition of student achievement at ANU, alongside graduation honors, graduation awards in several categories recognizing top graduates in each curriculum and other achievements by graduates, and the Dean’s and President’s lists for academic achievement each term.

“We are so pleased to be able to honor our students with an offer of membership to the Delta Epsilon Tau honor society,” says our Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Carolyn Scott. “Our new charter with DET HS gives us the opportunity to provide our outstanding students with the national recognition they deserve.”

American National University, founded in 1886, provides a wide variety of academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels in the fields of health science, business, legal studies, and information technology. Through its Global eUniversity, ANU reaches students around the world, allowing them to attend live, interactive classes from anywhere.

Learn more at www.an.edu.

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Recipients of the Bi-Annual Faculty Instructional Excellence Award of 2021

admin — Mon, 13 Sep 2021 11:12:52 +0000

Three members of the ANU faculty – Derrick Aboagye, Angel Rios, and Joy Walker – have been named the recipients of our Bi-Annual Faculty Instructional Excellence Award of 2021. Twice each year program chairs, deans, and direct managers undergo the nomination process, seeking individuals who embody ANU’s values. Nominees must display a commitment to teaching and to their students; an engaging, encouraging, active teaching approach to ensure students are intellectually stimulated; the ability to effectively communicate with students; and a positive, lasting impact on students. Earning this award is how we recognize members of the faculty who embody these ANU values.

Dr. Derrick Aboagye completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Clinical Health Promotions and Master of Arts degree in Human Services with specialization in Health and Wellness Counseling both Liberty University in Lynchburg, Va. and obtained his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Hampton University. He worked for CVS Pharmacy for 14 years starting as a pharmacy associate, certified pharmacy technician, and eventually becoming a pharmacist. He also served as the Pharmacy Technician Program Director for Old Dominion Job Corps Center and Stratford University before joining American National University where he now serves as the Dean for the Pharmacy Technician Program.

Dr. Angel Rios joined ANU in October 2021. Across his 19 years of experience in the private and public sector, Dr. Rios held many positions in accounting strategy and business operations. Dr. Rios was born and raised in Puerto Rico and moved to the mainland United States about 21 years ago upon joining the United States Army and completing his bachelor’s degree in accounting. He currently lives in Texas. Dr. Rios holds a Doctorate in Business Administration with a specialization in Public Business from Northcentral University and two Master’s, one with a concentration in Accounting and Finance and the other in Business Management from American Intercontinental University. He currently serves as a professor for American National University, teaching courses in accounting and finance at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Joy Walker, MPH, Esq. received her Bachelor of Science degree from Oakwood College and a Master of Public Health from the University of Alabama. Before her legal career, Walker served as a Public Health Associate for the Centers for Disease. After receiving her Juris Doctorate from the University of Dayton School Of Law, she partnered with a private practice concentrating on employment, criminal, personal injury, and domestic relations law. She is a graduate of Leadership DeKalb and has completed judicial and executive training at both the National Judicial College and John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University.

In addition to her private practice, Walker taught at multiple universities and held high positions in the legal field. This includes serving as a Senior Public Defender in Atlanta, Ga., an Associate Judge in the Recorders Court of DeKalb County, and a Chief Judge of the Recorders Court. Walker also sat by designation on the State and Superior Court Bench and worked as a contract manager in the Office of Procurement and Contracting for a State of Georgia agency. She is a member of numerous professional and civic organizations which include the State Bar of Georgia and the District of Columbia Bar Association.

Joy Walker is currently a professor in the Legal Studies department at American National University and the principal of Joy Walker Consulting, LLC where she consults small to medium size companies and governmental agencies on business and procurement matters.

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