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Read the June 2009 issue.

New Study Links Teacher Learning to Student Success
Tacoma students taught by Walden M.S. in Education graduates achieve greater success in reading fluency.

Video Contest Offers $5,000 Grand Prize, $2,500 for Favorite Charity
Graduates and students are encouraged to submit their personal stories of making a positive change in Walden’s Scholars of Change contest.

Watch Walden’s New TV Ad
See advanced degrees advancing the quality of life.

M.S. in Health Informatics Integrates Health Care and Technology
New program prepares students for rapidly expanding field.

Lilly Ledbetter, Equal-Pay Advocate, to Speak at Commencement
Namesake of recently enacted Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act will address graduates on July 25.

Christine Todd Whitman to Speak at Minneapolis Residency
Former governor and EPA administrator will discuss current events, political leadership and the environment.

Presidential Scholarship Recipients Named
Recipients' public service goals include facilitating cross-cultural exchanges, creating a heightened level of care for psychological clients and providing an effective guide to economic leadership.

Community News
Walden’s students, faculty and staff are contributing to their disciplines through publications, presentations and other professional activities.

Library Adds New Resources
New databases, webinars and social networking features keep students informed.

Faculty: Apply for a $10,000 Research Grant from Walden
The deadline for proposals is July 10.

Capstone Project Strengthens M.B.A Graduates’ Business Skills
Students apply online learning to develop and assess business plans.

Creating an Audience for Change
Presenting your research brings Walden’s mission to life.

Financial Aid to Phase in Direct Loans to Students
Walden hopes to transition students by 2010.

Walden Updates M.S. in Education with Specialization in Science
Enhancements address new standards and demands in science education.

Walden Expands Instructional Design and Technology Offerings to Master’s Level
New program prepares students for leadership roles in fast-growing field.

Attend the August International Academic Residency
Meet face-to-face with faculty members and peers in Liverpool, England, as you move toward your goals.

In Memoriam: Undergraduate Studies Faculty Member
The Walden University community mourns the loss of Betty DeVore.

Toxic Carrot Juice Becomes Powerful Learning Tool
Faculty member’s investigation uncovers cause of botulism outbreak.

Call for Papers, Posters: ASPA Conference
Share your research.

Webinars with Aspen Institute to Focus on Business, Society
Online series opens May 19 with “Corporate Social Responsibility and the Information Technology Sector.”

Follow Walden University on Twitter
Get the latest on news and events and see who else is following Walden University on this popular social networking site.
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Expert Discusses New Generation of Learning at Residency
‘Perspectives on the World’ speech calls for the fusion of technology and traditional learning.

Alumni Accolades
Walden’s alumni are contributing to their disciplines through publications, presentations and other professional activities.

Walden Authors
From leadership lessons to a memoir of survival, Walden alumni are sharing their expertise in new books.

Walden Student Participates in Group Briefings of Bush and Obama
Hilda Grigorian helps rebuild Afghanistan while continuing her education.

In the News
Walden community members are making news.

Attend July Academic Residencies
Meet face-to-face with faculty and peers in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Minn., as you move toward your goals.

$5 Million in Scholarships for Educators Available from Walden
Walden’s Riley Education Fund widens the pathway to opportunity for educators.

Celebrate National Nurses Week with Walden School of Nursing
Nominate a nurse for a $1,500 award or attend an online event.

Center for Student Success Resources Support Achievement
Center offerings foster degree completion, career development.

New Online Communities Offer Networking and Professional Development
Education and management professionals connect and share knowledge.

‘Future of Communications’ Webinar May 6
Online event will feature noted guests from corporate communications, PR.

New Media Communication Technologies Concentration
B.S. in Computer Information Systems program offers focus on emerging area.

Walden Partners With Iowa, Minnesota, Tennessee Organizations
Partnership will offer degrees online to educators and associates

College of Health Sciences Names New Vice President
Dr. Donald Zimmerman has been involved in U.S. health care policy and innovations in higher education.

Leading Teens Toward the Best Years of Their Lives
Here’s how one faculty member—and you—can inspire teens to go to college.

New Specializations Offered in M.P.A. Program
Courses focus on budgeting, terrorism and leadership.

New Program Offerings in Forensics
Psychology and counseling specializations focus on high-growth field.

Student Success Courses Enhance Academic Abilities
New courses help build students’ knowledge and skills.

Career Services Center Launches Blog
Blog offers up-to-the-minute insights on career development.

New Look for WaldenU.edu
Visit the redesigned site and try the new home page tools.

Paula Singer Named to Maryland’s Top 100 List
Walden University Board of Directors chair receives statewide recognition.

Community News
Walden’s students, faculty and staff are contributing to their disciplines through publications, presentations and other professional activities.

Ph.D. Survival Tips: Develop Your Long-Term Plan
Walden helps you manage the path to success.

Call for Papers: PA TIMES
Publish your research.

In the News
Walden community members are making news.

Student Appointed to Georgia Professional Standards Commission
M.S. in Education student applies relevant Walden learning to new statewide role.

Walden Authors
From healthy families to healthy organizations, Walden faculty members are sharing their expertise in new books.

New Program Addresses Need for Strong Communicators
B.S. in Communication addresses need across all industries.

New Program Prepares Students for Criminal Justice Field
B.S. in Criminal Justice program starts in July.

Visit a Walden University Booth
Join Walden at a conference and engage your peers.

In Memoriam: Psychology Student
The Walden University community mourns the loss of Ph.D. in Psychology student Norma Longoria Reyes.

Attend Professional Conferences as Part of Residency Requirements
For Ph.D. students, upcoming conferences offer alternative Milestone 4 residency.

Walden Authors
From human diseases to marital conflicts in the military, Walden students and alumni are sharing their expertise in new books.

Walden Debuts Student Support Video
The Walden Experience highlights the range of services available for students.

Walden Students Volunteer in Mexico
Students help make winter less harsh for women in rural Mexico.

Alumni Accolades
Walden’s alumni are contributing to their disciplines through publications, presentations and other professional activities.

Financial Aid Tax Benefits for Students
Easy-to-follow tips for educational tax credits and deductions.

Attend Academic Residencies
Meet face-to-face with faculty and peers in Los Angeles as you move toward your goals.

Community College Leader to Discuss Degree Options
Dr. Terry O’Banion will host an online Walden Forum on March 24.

Walden Expands Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) Offerings
Post-master’s programs build expertise across the educational arena.

Obama Inauguration Observed in Dallas
Washington, D.C., came to Texas during Walden’s Winter Session academic residency.

Perspectives on the World With Donna Brazile
Acclaimed political strategist and chair of the Voting Rights Institute spoke about equality during the Winter Session plenary session.

Congratulations, Graduates!
See graduates celebrate and Dr. Barbara Solomon discuss breaking down ethnic and community barriers to promote social change.

Attend April Academic Residencies
Meet face-to-face with faculty and peers in Atlanta as you move toward your goals.

Ph.D. Survival Tips: An Engineered Approach to Your Dissertation
Learn one Ph.D. graduate’s secret for successfully completing the dissertation.

Ph.D. Survival Tips: Building a Literature Review
Faculty member Dr. Paula Dawidowicz shares tips from her book on making literature reviews ‘easy.’

Walden Authors
From global business leadership to literature reviews, Walden faculty and students are sharing their expertise in new books.

In the News
Members of the Walden community are making news.

Presidential Award for Faculty Excellence
Walden honored Dr. Tracy Marsh and Dr. Robyn Williams for their outstanding commitment and contributions.

Commitment to Social Change Scholarships
From bringing Guatemalan children the gift of literacy to changing government policy on HIV/AIDS and mental health, Walden scholarship recipients are initiating social change. Next application deadline: April 1.

Poster Session Award Recipients
Two members of the Walden community received recognition in Dallas for their research presentations.

New Honor Society Members
The Walden chapter of Pi Alpha Alpha inducted 20 new members from the School of Public Policy and Administration.

Outstanding Thesis Award
Robert E. Hoot was recognized for his original research in environmental behavior.

Outstanding Ed.D. Doctoral Study Award
Dr. Kimberly Showalter-Barnes was recognized for her research on teacher attitudes about inclusion for students with autism.

Frank Dilley Award
Dr. Keenjal Pattni-Shah was recognized for her outstanding dissertation on home-school partnerships in kindergarten.

Walden Names New Program Director
Experienced educator and grant writer to head the Master of Public Administration program.

Read New Issue of Walden Alumni Magazine Online
The latest issue of Walden’s award-winning magazine includes articles on the pursuit of justice in West Africa, how to improve people’s lives internationally and how to market yourself effectively.

Thought Leaders Offer Insight in Social Impact Speaker Series
View archived presentations from the interactive lectures.

Community News
Walden’s students, faculty and staff are contributing to their disciplines through publications, presentations and other professional activities.

M.S. in Mental Health Counseling Now CACREP-Accredited
Accreditation attests to the program’s quality.

Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership Debuts Video
Designed for prospective M.S. in Education students, new video informs and inspires.

Walden Offers New BSN Completion Program
Evolving health care industry requires nurses with new skills and specialized training; a major nursing organization recommends that nurses have a bachelor’s degree.

Message from the President
A Martin Luther King Jr. Day message from President Jonathan Kaplan.

Recipients Celebrate Educator for a Day Grants
Schools in Mississippi, Washington and Maine receive $5,000 each.

Walden Authors
From community colleges to statistics, Walden faculty and students are sharing their expertise in new books.

Ohio Student Wins Research Award
Ph.D. in Public Health student Donald Brannen studied the need for a health center in an underserved area.

Attend March Academic Residencies
Meet face-to-face with faculty and peers in Lansdowne, Va., and Minneapolis, Minn., as you move toward your goals.

Dissertation Survival Tips: Successful Paths to Your Dissertation
Walden helps you accomplish what you set out to achieve.

Call for Papers: PA TIMES
Publish your research.

Watch the Commencement Webcast Live
Join the Walden community online or in Dallas on Jan. 24, 2009, to celebrate our graduates.

Attend Residencies at Conferences
For advanced Ph.D. in Psychology students, upcoming conferences offer alternative Milestone 4 residency.

In the News
Members of the Walden community are making news.

Alumni Accolades
Walden’s alumni are contributing to their disciplines through publications, presentations and other professional activities.

$1 Million in Scholarships Offered by USA Funds
$1,500 for qualified graduate and undergraduate students from lower-income households.

Call for Papers, Posters: ASEE Conference
Share your research.

Walden Offers New Bachelor of Science Program
Instructional design and technology is a career in high demand.

Walden Offers M.S. in Leadership
New program provides comprehensive approach to leadership.

Call for Papers: PA TIMES
Publish your research.

Graduates Share Knowledge in Alumni Lecture Series
View archived presentations from Walden University alumni.

Community News
Walden’s students, faculty and staff are contributing to their disciplines through publications, presentations and other professional activities.

Doctorates Reach Record Highs Nationally
See how many people earned a Ph.D. in your field last year.

National Day of Service Sees Growth
See how nearly 400 volunteers served their communities in the United States and abroad.

Dual Degree Student at UVM Meets U.S. Ambassador to Mexico
Universidad del Valle de México student discusses U.S.-Mexico diplomatic relations, migration and even personal goals with American dignitary.

Social Work Legend to Speak at January Commencement
Dr. Barbara Solomon will discuss social change at Walden’s commencement ceremony in Dallas.

Dissertation Survival Tips: Asking the Right Questions
Faculty help you look to your passion to choose the right research questions.

Walden Offers Ed.S. in Educational Technology
Post-master’s program enables support of a diverse community of learners.

Riley Named One of Time Magazine’s Best Cabinet Members
Magazine includes former education secretary in top 10 list.

Walden to Award 100 Full Scholarships to Teachers
Announcement made at Clinton Global Initiative meeting.

Educator for a Day Grant Recipients Announced
Schools in Maine, Mississippi and Washington receive $5,000 each.

Call for Proposals: Excellence in Government
Present your research.

In the News
Members of the Walden community are making news.

Walden Authors
From climate chaos to surviving grief, alumni are sharing their expertise in new books.

Alumni Accolades
Walden’s alumni are contributing to their disciplines through publications, presentations and other professional activities.

In Memoriam
Valerie Futch-Smith, an elementary school teacher from Ludowici, Ga., was pursuing an M.S. in Education.

PDK Scholarships Awarded to Walden Educators
Scholarships honor adjunct university professor and branch librarian who are members of Walden’s Phi Delta Kappa cyber chapter.

Poster Session Gives Students Opportunity to Share Ideas
Friendly, supportive environment helps students prepare to present research at professional conferences.

Hear Political Strategist Donna Brazile at Dallas Residencies
Explore “Perspectives on the World” from Voting Rights Institute Chair Donna Brazile on Jan. 22, and meet face-to-face with faculty and peers on Jan. 11–24.

At Portland Residency, Social Innovator Inspires Change
“Perspectives on the World” speech addresses citizen responsibility and empowerment.

Read the Journal of Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences Online Now
The Walden-sponsored journal explores research findings that address contemporary national and international issues.

View Social Change Conference Online
Walden University conference features innovators in volunteerism, social improvement.

Walden Offers B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies
New program gives students greater flexibility.

Walden President to Speak at Education Conference
The Maryland Executive Council for Educational Opportunities conference features a keynote address from Jonathan Kaplan.

Graduates from Mexico Share Their Walden Experience
New video offers perspectives from Walden/Universidad del Valle de México dual-degree graduates.

Fear of Feedback: How to Assess Performance
Walden faculty member Dr. Susan Jesperson shares her advice in this Talent Management article.
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$10,000 Presidential Fellowships Available
Three opportunities offer support to Walden University students and faculty; the application deadline is Oct. 30.

Community News
Walden’s students, faculty and staff are contributing to their disciplines through publications, presentations and other professional activities.

Walden Authors
From religion-related crime to student achievement, Walden faculty are sharing their expertise in new books.

Watch the Walden University Presidential Youth Debate--Now Oct. 22
Candidates McCain and Obama will answer questions from young Americans via video to now be aired at 1 p.m. Eastern time on Oct. 22.
Debate site

Call for Proposals: American Association of Blacks in Higher Education
Publish your research.

Walden Offers New Psychology Certificate
Improve organizational performance with new program.

Riley Publishes Article on Bipartisan Solutions for Schools
Read “Before the ‘Either-Or’ Era: Reviving Bipartisanship to Improve America’s Schools” by Secretary Richard W. Riley, for whom Walden University’s College of Education and Leadership is named.

In Memoriam: Counseling Student
The Walden University community mourns the loss of M.S. in Mental Health Counseling student Patricia Ann Anaeki, a Little Rock, Ark., social worker.

Read New Issue of Walden Alumni Magazine Online
The latest issue of Walden’s award-winning magazine includes articles on helping soldiers cope with returning home from war, rising above the credential gap and effecting social change in nontraditional careers.

Read New Issue of Walden Impact Education Online
Impact Education, a resource for educators, includes articles about founding a school, using technology in the classroom and how to create a grassroots community campaign.

NCCEP, Walden Help Increase Educators’ Access to Graduate Degrees
Walden and NCCEP offer five scholarships for graduate degrees in education and leadership; applications are due by Oct. 31, 2008.

Walden Study Centers Established in Mexico
Centers serve as ‘Walden University Embassies’ at Universidad del Valle de México campuses.

Walden Ranked a Top Producer of Master’s, Doctorate Minority Graduates
See how Diverse: Issues in Higher Education ranks Walden’s programs.

Walden Offers New Education Specializations
Expanding portfolio of offerings addresses latest developments in the field of education.

Educator for a Day Grants Available—Apply Today
P–12 schools can receive a $5,000 grant to support the teaching profession and further their educational initiatives.

Walden Sponsors Presidential Youth Debate Online
Candidates McCain and Obama to participate via video available on Oct. 20.

Attend Chicago Academic Residencies
Meet face-to-face with faculty, staff and students from Oct. 15 to 19 in the Chicago area as you hear global perspectives and move toward your goals.

Attend Walden’s Social Change Conference Online Oct. 2
Registration deadline nears for Social Change Conference as the Walden community also prepares for its National Day of Service.

Watch NPR President Speak at Minneapolis Residency
See Kevin Klose describe the importance of being an informed citizen so that you can make a difference locally and around the world.

Walden Authors
Teaching in Russia, campus politics, hospitality marketing—Walden faculty members and alumni are sharing their expertise in new books.

Scholarships Available to American Management Association Members
College of Management and Technology scholarship covers 10 percent of a program’s cost.

Faculty Receive Grants for Research into Real-World Solutions
Walden will help fund the research of 13 faculty members on topics ranging from peer mentoring to vicarious traumatization.

In the News
Members of the Walden community are making news.

Alumni Accolades
Walden’s alumni are contributing to their disciplines through publications, presentations and other professional activities.

Walden Offers Post-Master’s Certificates in Nursing
Highly skilled nurses who hold a master’s degree are uniquely positioned to improve their professional standing as well as significantly impact the current nurse-shortage crisis.

Walden Launches Doctor of Business Administration Program
Walden responds to the demand for executives with advanced leadership skills.

Celebrate Constitution Day Sept. 17
Reflect on the freedoms provided by the U.S. Constitution. View a 60-minute archived webcast from C-SPAN featuring Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy speaking about "the Supreme Court, international law, and how other nations view America’s Constitution."

Watch the webcast (launches Real Player)

Community News
Walden’s students, faculty and staff are contributing to their disciplines through publications, presentations and other professional activities.

Extraordinary Faculty Award
Walden honored Dr. Aqueil Ahmad, Dr. Christina M. Dawson, Dr. Carol S. Kleinman and Dr. Steven Little for their extraordinary contributions in demonstrating the university’s core values.

Walden Names Two New Associate Deans
New academic leaders will head the health sciences and doctoral education programs.

Outstanding Alumni Award
Dr. Souror Baetjer, who earned a Ph.D. in Health Services from Walden University in 2000, is a leader in the allied health professions.

NTU Outstanding Student Award
Katie Heiman earned her M.S. in Software Engineering while balancing her work as a software engineer for Lockheed Martin, her family and her education.

Contribution to the Profession Award
Dr. Michelle Watson focused her dissertation on the relationship between intrapersonal forgiveness and eating disorder symptomatology.

Above and Beyond Award
Angeline F. Wieler’s co-workers gave her the encouragement, opportunity, flexibility and support to help her realize her dream of earning an M.S. degree in Nursing.

Harold L. Hodgkinson Award
Dr. Lydia Apori-Nkansah examined transitional justice in postconflict contexts as it applied to war-torn Sierra Leone.

Call for Papers: Online Journal of Distance Learning Administration
Publish your research.

In Memoriam: Ph.D. in Psychology Student
Eric Petree started pursuing his Ph.D. in 2007.

Congratulations, Graduates!
Watch the archived webcast to see graduates celebrate and the Rt. Hon. Lord Mark Malloch-Brown explain the international impact of higher education.

Scholarships Awarded for Social Change Efforts
Awards of $5,000 and $2,500 support students who are applying ideas and actions to improve human and social conditions.

Volunteer for Walden’s Third National Day of Service
Organize a project or participate in one in your area.

Faculty Member Wins Distance Learning Leadership Award
Dr. Larry Flegle of the College of Management and Technology was awarded the Distance Learning Administration Association’s top award.

New Psychology Specializations Focus on Latest Trends
Seven timely specializations broaden career options for M.S. in Psychology students.

In Memoriam: Education Student, Alumnus
Dr. Harold C. Scholle earned his doctorate in 1976, and student Andrea J. McAllister was pursuing an Ed.D.

Watch Commencement Live on Saturday
Celebrate virtually with graduates at a ceremony highlighting Walden’s global future.

Liverpool Historian Reflects on Historically Rich City at Residency
Liverpool historian Dr. John Belcham mulls how to revitalize a city—again—in time for its 800th birthday.

Alumni Accolades
Walden’s alumni are contributing to their disciplines through publications, presentations and other professional activities.

Walden Authors
From classroom skills for nurse educators to applied change management, Walden faculty and alumni are sharing their expertise in new books.

U.S. Mint Names Walden Student Deputy Director
Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration student Andrew Brunhart will help make the Mint a more results-oriented organization.

In Memoriam: Nursing Student, Education Alumna
Dr. Dorothy L. Behnke earned her degree in 1974, and Donna M. Brister was one month from earning hers.

Commencement Focuses on Future as Global University
Graduates from 19 countries will celebrate their accomplishments on July 26.

Top PR Executive to Talk Green, Clean and Ethics
A leader in global public relations will discuss social responsibility and corporate conscience at the inaugural College of Management and Technology speakers series on July 15.

Walden Offers M.S. Degree Program in Clinical Research Administration
Changes in U.S. Food and Drug Administration clinical trial guidelines affect skills required by administrators.

Grants Available for Bachelor’s Students
$100 to $600 for students who have exceptional financial need.

Community News
Walden’s students, faculty and staff are contributing to their disciplines through publications, presentations and other professional activities.

Walden Offers New Master of Healthcare Administration (M.H.A.)
Increasing complexity and consolidation of health care industry creates growing need for skilled managers.

Award-Winning Journalist to Speak at Residency
Upcoming speech in ‘Perspectives on the World’ series to address U.S. foreign policy.

Social Innovator to Speak at Residency
Upcoming speech in ‘Perspectives on the World’ series to cover citizen responsibility and empowerment.

NPR President to Speak at Residency
Upcoming speech in ‘Perspectives on the World’ series will highlight America’s premier public radio system.

In the News
Members of the Walden community are making news.

Call for Papers: CISSE 2008
Publish your research.

Ph.D. Academic Residencies: The Faculty Perspective
Faculty are energized by the ideas, aspirations, and progress of students.

Walden Offers B.S. in Computer Information Systems
Information technology is the fastest-growing sector in the economy.

Walden Ranks in Top 20 for Graduate Education for Hispanics
Online programs help reduce barriers to advanced degrees for Hispanics.

Report: College Grads More Likely to Be Compensated on Ability
A bachelor’s degree helps employers understand your abilities—and compensate you for them.

Dissertation Survival Tips: How Not to Be “All But Dissertation”
Three practical strategies for completing your dissertation.

Show Your School Spirit with Walden Merchandise
The new Walden Gifts and Gear Web site has everything from polo shirts to coffee mugs.

Call for Papers: PA Times
Publish your research.

Presidential Scholarship Recipients Named
Recipients’ public service interests include educating parents of at-risk children, increasing information sharing in public policy, and improving public health in Nepal.

Report Says Graduate Education Contributes to Public Good
Council of Graduate Schools’ study finds a strong link between graduate degrees and economic and social prosperity.

New Resource Connects Education Community
Impact Education offers insightful stories and practical knowledge for everyone interested in education.

New M.P.A. Specializations, Certificates Offered
Students gain skills to meet the growing demand in the public sector.

Attend an Alumni Lecture Online
Get practical, professional advice from Walden graduates at an upcoming lecture.

Alumni Volunteer of the Month
May’s volunteer is very persuasive.

Industry-Leading Specializations to be Offered in Psychology
Three new specializations in emerging fields give students a competitive advantage.

Walden Debuts Student Assistance Program
Help is available 24/7 for life’s challenges.

Middle East: A Permanent State of War?
Noted writer Jeffrey Goldberg shared his view at a recent Walden residency.

International Transcripts Now Evaluated Free
Transcripts that once took three weeks or more to evaluate can now be reviewed within 48 hours to a week.

Master’s Program Launched in Nonprofit Management
Qualified nonprofit leaders are in demand to fill critical roles.

Alumni Association Blogging
Get the latest on events, news and even the alumni Volunteer of the Month.

Students Getting Walden Email Addresses
By summer, all students will have received a new Walden University email address.

Academic Residencies: The President’s Perspective
Walden residencies help prepare doctoral students to become scholar-practitioners.