August 2008 Press Releases

University of Phoenix Sponsors the 5th Annual March of Dimes "Arizona Nurses of the Year Awards"
University of Phoenix was a proud sponsor of the 5th Annual March of Dimes "Arizona Nurses of the Year Awards." The event was an evening showcasing outstanding nurses statewide. Nominated by patients, peers and supervisors, 238 nurses were honored and 11 were selected to win awards in a variety of categories.
(August 23, 2008)

$5,000 Scholarship for Working Professionals
The Utah campus of University of Phoenix and The Enterprise, Utah's business news weekly, have teamed up to offer a $5,000 scholarship to a working professional who demonstrates entrepreneurial vision, unique leadership and concern for community. 
(August 20, 2008)

University of Phoenix Supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
University of Phoenix was proud to be a part of AZ's Finest 2008, an event benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The Phoenix, Arizona event was an inspiring evening that honored Arizona's finest professionals and raised money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, a donor-sponsored non-profit organization dedicated to finding therapies and a cure for the disease.
(August 16, 2008)

University of Phoenix Explores the Arizona Science Center
A weekend filled with nature's most powerful forces! At the beginning of the month, Apollo Group employees and its subsidiaries were invited to escape the heat and explore the Arizona Science Center for a field trip of discovery during the University of Phoenix Employee Appreciation Weekend.
(August 16, 2008)

Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce Forum Sponsorship
This month, University of Phoenix supported the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce Phoenix Forum featuring James Carville and Mary Matalin.
(August 16, 2008)

Lifetime Networks Launches 'Every Woman Counts' Bus Tour Criss-Crossing The Country En Route To National Political Convention
Lifetime Networks today announced the launch of the 'Every Woman Counts' bus tour to engage women in the political process this election season and beyond.
(August 8, 2008)

AzRISE Receives Substantial Donation For Solar Energy Solutions
Recognizing that the sun is the most abundant renewable energy source in Arizona, University of Phoenix has partnered with the Arizona Research Institute for Solar Energy (AzRISE), a global institute created by University of Arizona.
(August 7, 2008)

Kate Voegele Announces North American Headlining Tour
MySpace Records/Interscope recording artist Kate Voegele today announced plans for the 'Back 2 School' tour, sponsored by University of Phoenix. The 'Back 2 School,' Voegele's first headline tour, will include 40-dates across North America. 
August 6, 2008

University of Phoenix Supports the Army Heritage Center Foundation
At a ceremony held in conjunction with a museum exhibit opening, Tim Gilrain, Corporate Education Manager for the Pennsylvania and New Jersey campuses of University of Phoenix, presented the Army Heritage Center Foundation in Pennsylvania with a check in support of the Foundation's new Visitor and Education Center and programs.
(August 4, 2008)

University of Phoenix Awards 49 Scholarships in August
During the month of August, University of Phoenix awarded 49 full tuition scholarships via our partner organizations.
(August 1, 2008)