​November 18, 2016 - Dallas - Career Education Colleges and Universities (CECU) announced this morning the Campaign to Create 5 Million Career Professionals in the decade ahead. Using research that connects the academic programs of postsecondary institutions in our sector to related occupations, and calculating projections using state-specific data on occupational growth demands and replacement needs, the sector has outlined its role in America’s economic and social future. 

​By Eric Flottmann, Chief Operating Officer at Higher Ed Growth

Top colleges, universities and higher education leaders from across the country gathered in Orlando last week for the 2016 Association of Private Sector Colleges and Universities (APSCU)* Exposition and Convention.
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A proud sponsor of the event, Higher Ed Growth (HEG) led sessions on creating better student outcomes and meeting compliance in the ever-changing education landscape. These two topics continue to be top of mind for the industry, and they’re also central to “Aligning the Future,” which was APSCU’s focus this year.

Based on the sessions and peer conversations, here’s how industry leaders from APSCU 2016 are paving the way for higher ed. 

NEW WHITE PAPER CLARIFIES TERMS FOR HIGHER EDUCATION
​Washington, D.C., June 16, 2014 — In advance of the 70th Anniversary of the original GI Bill®, the Association of Private Sector Colleges and Universities (APSCU) released a white paper by Michael Dakduk, vice president of military and veterans affairs, “Defining Military-Friendly and Veteran-Friendly for Higher Education: Clarifying Ill-Defined Terms,” at the 2014 APSCU Annual Convention and Exposition.