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The season of beginnings
Bill Pepicello, Spring 2013
Spring is the season of beginnings: the first pitch of the baseball season, the first buds on the trees and flowers in the lawn, and, in higher education, it’s the time for commencement. Often, we see commencement, which means the beginning of something, as the end of a program of study. But in fact, commencement is the beginning of the next part of life, one that we hope will be enriched by and guided by our education.
And just like the seasons, education is cyclical; it’s a lifelong journey of discovery and renewal as we make our way through a complex and global environment where information is essential to growth and success. The accessibility of information through technology enables us to develop in ways that are limited only by our own imaginations, and to embark on adventures at every stage of life.
Lifelong learning is the key to opening endless possibilities as we absorb a world of knowledge that expands at an amazing rate every day. Education nourishes our passions and helps us reach new heights as we adapt to and participate in a constantly evolving and exciting world. So take every opportunity to plant the seeds of learning that will grow into your future — new beginnings and new seasons.
University of Phoenix Sponsors Junior Achievement “You’re Hired!” Event for High School Achievers
by Jeff Hecht
On Wednesday, March 27th, University of Phoenix served as the presenting sponsor at Junior Achievement’s “You’re Hired!” event held at the Arizona Biltmore resort. At the event, more than 400 high school students from metropolitan Phoenix were on hand to learn not only invaluable skills to help them achieve greater success in school, but also important business and career readiness skills like interviewing, networking, resumé writing and communicating with professionals.
Business professionals from the local community volunteered their time to network with the high school students, share experiences and help the students develop proficiencies in resumé writing, speaking to business people in one-on-one or small group settings, and thinking on their feet. The purpose was to build and refine the skills necessary not only to graduate from high school, but also to thrive in a post-secondary environment and ultimately, land a rewarding career.
University of Phoenix President Bill Pepicello welcomed students and volunteers to the event, providing opening remarks that discussed the alignment of the University’s mission to provide access to higher education with Junior Achievement’s mission of empowering young people toward their own economic success.
“Junior Achievement’s mission and the values of our University are aligned to help make America a more productive society and country,” Pepicello said. “Although we deal primarily with working adults, through Junior Achievement, we have the opportunity to help all of you become part of a nation that, through education, will bring America back to strength in the world.”
As a Junior Achievement partner, University of Phoenix supports programs and initiatives by providing sponsorship, facilitating curricula, running events and providing volunteers for activities. In 2010–2011, Apollo Group, the University’s parent company, was named the Junior Achievement of Arizona Corporate Partner of the Year.
“We’re so proud to support Junior Achievement, as they are preparing the kids of today to become the leaders of tomorrow,” said Jessica Smothermon, director of strategic partnerships for Apollo Group’s Corporate Social Responsibility department. “Through their hard work in Phoenix and all across the nation, high school students are equipped with the skills and confidence to excel in school, continue their education and development in college, and succeed in their chosen career field.”