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Dominican University Awards More Than $156,000 for Its First-Ever Teacher Scholarships

New Program Will Give Selected Teachers the Opportunity to Earn an Education Master’s 100% Online at Significantly Reduced Tuition

TAMPA, Fla., July 7, 2010 – Dominican University is now accepting applications for the new Bisk Foundation Teacher Education Scholarships, which will award 30 first-time applicants to its online Master of Arts in Education (MAEd) degree programs with more than $5,200 apiece to complete their education. Provided by Bisk Education as part of its commitment to developing outstanding educators, these scholarships offer a 33% savings on tuition for recipients, who will enjoy the reduced rate for as long as they remain active in one of Dominican’s online master’s in education programs.

In order to be awarded one of these teacher scholarships, applicants must meet several criteria, including:

• Teaching in a classroom or working in school administration at the time of application
• Demonstrating that they have had a positive impact on the lives of others
• Holding a bachelor’s degree and a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA from a regionally accredited institution, or being a graduate of a regionally accredited master’s, specialist or doctoral program in which they earned a minimum 3.0 GPA

The program will initially span the six sessions from Fall I 2010 through Summer II 2011, with five new recipients being named each session. The scholarship application deadline for the first session is August 16, 2010, the last date to apply for admission to a Dominican online MAEd program for the Fall I session.

“Dominican University is proud to honor accomplished educators with the opportunity to pursue higher academic and professional goals through these education scholarships,” said Sister Colleen McNicholas, Dean Emerita of the School of Education. “We look forward to helping foster their further success.”

U.S. News & World Report-ranked Dominican has long been known for providing a quality education to its students. Bisk Foundation Teacher Education Scholarships – valued at $435.60 per individual course – will enable dozens of gifted teachers to experience proven Dominican curricula through the convenience of a 100% online virtual classroom. Unlike most campus-based programs, these online master’s in education programs allow students to set their own schedule, with 24/7 access to video-based lectures. No campus visits are required, but students are invited to walk in their graduation ceremony at the completion of their degree.

Designed to empower working teachers with the specialized skills to excel in today’s classroom, Dominican’s MAEd degrees are offered online in three concentrations: reading, elementary education and English as a second language. Bisk Foundation Teacher Education Scholarships will aid educators in acquiring the skills and credentials they need to enjoy more rewarding careers. According to the U.S. Department of Education, a master’s degree can add $7,500 to a teacher’s annual salary.

Visit http://www.dominicanu.com/graduate-scholarships-teachers.asp now to get more information and to download a scholarship application.

About Dominican University
Founded in 1901, Dominican University is located ten miles west of downtown Chicago.  The Catholic university ranks in the top tier of Midwest regional universities, according to U.S. News & World Report – which also cited Dominican as a best value for 10 years in a row. The university is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools as a baccalaureate and master’s degree granting institution.

About Bisk Education, Inc.
Founded in 1971, Bisk Education is the world’s leading provider of professional education online. The University Alliance (UA), a division of Bisk, facilitates the promotion and online delivery of associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees as well as professional certificate programs from the nation’s leading traditional universities and institutions. Powered by UA’s technology and support services, our university partners have surpassed 450,000 online enrollments – making UA the largest facilitator of e-learning in the country. U.S. News University Directory, part of the Bisk network, provides comprehensive and unbiased information on more than 2,000 academic institutions directly from U.S. News & World Report, the most trusted source for college and university rankings since 1983.

Contact:
Sandy Levine, VP of Marketing Services
Dominican University/University Alliance Partner
813-621-6200
http://www.dominicanu.com

Florida Tech Becomes First Nationally Ranked University to Offer an MBA With a Specialization in Internet Marketing 100% Online

Florida Tech and Bisk Education Continue Their Dedication to Adult Online Learners With a New World-Class Specialized MBA

TAMPA, Fla., June 25 -- Florida Tech University Online (Florida Institute of Technology) and Bisk Education have affirmed their commitment to online education with an innovative new business degree. The MBA with a specialization in Internet Marketing provides vital knowledge of today's most in-demand business strategies and tactics and is the first of its kind to be awarded from a nationally ranked university 100% online. This authoritative new degree program is expected to reshape the playing field in Internet marketing - a discipline that has virtually revolutionized modern-day business.

The new master's degree program will be made available through Florida Tech's Nathan M. Bisk College of Business. The college has grown considerably over the past few years to become one of the largest private business colleges in the nation, with over 5,000 students. Robert Niebuhr, dean of Florida Tech's College of Business, said, "This program directly accomplishes our goal of better preparing students to compete in a dynamic job market. The curriculum uncovers the unique impact of social media techniques, interactive communication methodologies and data mining/search engine processes on corporate performance. We're proud to arm professionals with the tools to develop and execute strategies necessary to excel in a digital environment that is continually changing and shaping the complex global markets of tomorrow."

Bisk Education's University Alliance division provides the multimedia, video-based e-learning system, enrollment support and marketing that make the program possible. Adrian Marrullier, Executive Vice President of Student Services from University Alliance, said, "Now more than ever, we can't underestimate the role of higher education in career success and working adults' need for a convenient, flexible solution. Offering an MBA in Internet Marketing, from a nationally ranked university, is particularly exciting as knowledge of emerging technologies is increasingly critical to meeting business initiatives in today's interactive marketplace."

Admission is on a rolling basis. Prospective students are encouraged to apply today to prepare to lead in the rapidly growing Internet marketing revolution. Additional online master's degree programs from Florida Tech's Nathan M. Bisk College of Business are expected to be announced soon. For more information about Florida Tech University Online, visit http://www.floridatechonline.com/.

About Florida Tech

Florida Tech is a regionally accredited university that is world renowned for its distinguished faculty, comprehensive curriculum and unyielding innovation. Regional accreditation is the highest form of accreditation a college or university can obtain. Florida Tech continues to be ranked a Best National University by U.S. News & World Report. It is also rated by the Fiske Guide to Colleges and named a best buy in Barron's Best Buys in College Education. Founded in 1958, Florida Tech has more than 50,000 alumni. Its main campus is located on 130 subtropical acres in Melbourne, Florida, on the state's famous Space Coast.

Florida Tech, with the assistance of Bisk Education's University Alliance division, has one of the largest nationally ranked online programs in the nation with more than 38 of the most sought-after associate's, bachelor's and master's degree programs.

Florida Institute of Technology is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, baccalaureate, master's, education specialist and doctoral degrees.

About Bisk Education
Nathan M. Bisk JD, CPA (FL) founded Bisk Education in 1971 to provide continuing education programs for working professionals. Since its inception, Bisk Education has grown to become the nation's largest exclusive facilitator of online degree and certificate programs from the nation's leading universities, offering end-to-end, lifelong-learning solutions that allow working adults to reach their personal and professional goals through education. Bisk Education's University Alliance (UA) division, of which Florida Tech is a member, facilitates the promotion and online delivery of associate's, bachelor's and master's degrees as well as professional certificate programs from the nation's leading traditional universities and institutions. Powered by UA's technology and support services, our university partners have surpassed 450,000 online enrollments - making UA the largest exclusive facilitator of e-learning in the nation. For more information, visit http://bisk.com/.

Contact:
Sandy Levine, VP of Marketing Services
Florida Tech University Online/University Alliance Partner
813-621-6200
http://www.floridatechonline.com

Jacksonville University Introduces World-Class Master of Science in Nursing Programs Online

JU’s School of Nursing Empowers Working RNs to Earn an MSN Degree With the Convenience of a 100% Online Classroom

TAMPA, Fla., June 3, 2010 – Jacksonville University is revolutionizing nursing education by bringing its acclaimed Master of Science in Nursing degrees to RNs nationwide via a 100% online classroom. This development introduces an unprecedented level of convenience to JU’s renowned MSN degree programs, which include specializations in Nursing Education and Nursing Administration. RNs seeking a Master of Science in Nursing can now complete a degree on their own schedule while fulfilling family and work obligations. Both online MSN degree specializations are taught by the same doctoral-trained professors who teach on campus at JU, a university consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of “America’s Best Colleges” among master’s-level universities in the South.

A Master of Science in Nursing degree will enable nurses to enjoy greater control, prestige and compensation in their career. According to Payscale.com, nurses who hold an MSN degree can take home an annual salary of over $94,000 as a Director of Nursing. Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show abundant opportunities for nurses to move into more advanced positions, as employment of medical and health services managers is expected to grow 16% between 2008 and 2018, and employment for nursing educators by 15% during the same period.

“The advanced education that our programs provide will empower nurses with the ability to compete for more rewarding jobs in their chosen specialization,” said Dr. Judith M. Erickson, Dean of Jacksonville University’s School of Nursing. “A Master of Science in Nursing can open a lot of doors. We’re happy to now be able to provide busy nurses with the opportunity to earn their MSN degrees in a flexible online program.”

Graduates from JU’s online MSN degree programs will possess enhanced expertise in leveraging technology to foster greater success for their organization, forming health policy and evaluating the health of specific populations. All will garner a valuable credential that will enable them to enter a more fulfilling new phase of their professional life.

JU’s online MSN degrees are open to graduates of an NLNAC- or CCNE-accredited BSN nursing program. The MSN in Nursing Education is designed for registered nurses who want to combine clinical expertise and a passion for teaching into a prominent role such as Clinical Nurse Educator or Assistant Professor, while the MSN in Nursing Administration is for those who wish to manage nurses and institutions, and influence policies related to both, as a Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) or Nurse Administrator. These online programs are ideal for nurses whose schedule, location or other limitations have prevented them from pursuing their higher education goals.

Visit www.jacksonvilleu.com to learn more about the online MSN degree programs offered worldwide through the JU School of Nursing.

About Jacksonville University
Founded more than 75 years ago in Jacksonville, Florida, Jacksonville University has more than 18,000 alumni. Recognized as one of the nation's foremost teaching institutions, JU offers one of the largest online RN to BSN degree programs in the country. To meet the needs of those seeking the advanced opportunities of a postgraduate education, JU also offers two convenient online Master of Science in Nursing degrees. The School of Nursing is a member of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing and is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). JU was named one of "America's Best Colleges" for the sixth consecutive year in 2010 by U.S. News & World Report.

Contact:
Sandy Levine, VP of Marketing Services
Jacksonville University Online/University Alliance Partner
813-621-6200
http://www.jacksonvilleu.com

With Major CPA Exam Changes Looming, Candidates Have Increased Urgency to Pass the CPA Examination in 2010

Students Nationwide Turn to Bisk CPA Review to Prepare for and Pass the CPA Exam as Time Is Running Out to Reap Benefits From Existing Study Preparation

TAMPA, Fla., June 02, 2010 – American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) will be rolling out a new Uniform CPA Examination in January 2011, sending many candidates racing to pass the CPA exam as soon as possible. Industry experts concur with this strategy.

“Candidates should take as many sections as feasible during the next two CPA exam windows, as the new version will include structural adjustments and added content to comprehend” said Bob Monette, a CPA and longtime exam review instructor. “Given that most have already invested time and money into exam prep for the current version, completing the sections for which they’ve already prepared should be top priority.”

In addition to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) being tested, portions of all four Exam sections will change. These changes are not only significant and copious — in effect a “new CPA exam” according to AICPA — they are all scheduled to go into effect at the same time. Some of the most notable changes include:

• New Content and Skill Specifications (CSOs/SSOs), including International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Changes in the scoring percentage value of examination components.
• Replacing the two long simulations in the current format with several short Task-Based Simulations (TBS) in Auditing and Attestation (AUD), Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR), and Regulation (REG).
• Deleting the written communication testing from AUD, FAR, and REG.
• Adding written communication testing to the Business Environment and Concepts (BEC) section.
• Reducing the scoring weight of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) in AUD, FAR, and REG by 10% and reducing the weight of MCQ in BEC by 15%.
• Doubling the simulations in AUD, FAR, and REG.

“The extensive changes debuting in the 2011 Uniform CPA Examination have given preparation a renewed priority among students,” said Sandy Levine, VP of Marketing Services for Bisk Education. “Bisk CPA Review has a remarkable record of helping CPA candidates pass the CPA exam and we continue to set the standard for quality and convenience in CPA exam prep.”

Passing the CPA exam is far less challenging for candidates who have a solid plan of attack. Bisk CPA Review recommends the following steps when preparing for the exam:

• Create a study plan. Candidates should examine their daily routine to identify the times they won’t be able to study, and then block out an hour a day of personal time. With the remaining time, they should be able to find 10 to 14 hours of study time per week.
• Practice, practice, practice. Take CPA practice exams to determine any weak areas and refocus study efforts on them.
• Develop an exam strategy. Become familiar with the format of the CPA exam and know exactly what to do when entering the testing room. Planning in advance will save time and confusion on exam day.
• Choose suitable study materials. When selecting CPA exam study materials, candidates should look for those that match their learning style. Some students need the guidance of an instructor, some prefer to work alone and other students learn best through video, audio or books.

Choosing the Right CPA Review Provider
One way candidates select the best CPA review provider, is asking CPAs who’ve already passed the exam for recommendations. Another is to research providers with multiple review formats. Companies like Bisk Education offer options such as video, audio, online, textbooks and live sessions, bringing convenience and choice to students and professionals whose schedules make finding study time difficult.

For complete information on Bisk CPA Review’s courses, different formats and products, visit http://www.cpaexam.com or call 800-404-7231.

About Bisk Education, Inc.
Founded in 1971 by Nathan M. Bisk, JD, CPA (FL), Bisk Education is the world’s largest exclusive provider of professional education online. With its CPA Review (http://www.CPAExam.com), CPE (http://www.CPEasy.com), and University Alliance (http://www.UniversityAlliance.com) divisions, Bisk Education has more than 450,000 enrollments, has awarded more than 12 million credit hours, and has helped more than 140,000 candidates pass the CPA exam.

Contact:

Sandy Levine, VP of Marketing Services
Bisk Education
9417 Princess Palm Avenue, Tampa, FL 33619
813-621-6200