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Arlington, VA -- CECU President and CEO, Dr. Jason Altmire, issues the following statement regarding the closure of Vista College: “CECU’s top priority right now is helping Vista College students complete their education. We are coordinating with several schools in the regions where Vista schools were located to facilitate student transfers, when appropriate, and provide a viable path forward for impacted students to achieve their academic and career goals. We also hope the U.S. Department of Education, state agencies, and accreditors will work together to support these students. We stand ready to assist their efforts in any way possible." About Career Education Colleges and Universities Career Education Colleges and Universities (CECU) is the national association serving the proprietary higher education sector. ### Please direct media inquiries to Devin Miller, Director of Communications at Devin.Miller@career.org
Arlington, VA -- Career Education Colleges and Universities, the national trade association representing the proprietary sector of higher education, has announced the addition of two new team members. Joanne Zurcher is CECU’s new Vice President of Government Relations, leading the association’s outreach to Democratic policymakers. She previously worked at the Dutko Grayling lobbying firm and the National Environmental Health Association. She is a veteran of the Obama Administration and a former senior staffer for former U.S. Reps. Rob Andrews (D-NJ) and Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY). Devin Miller is CECU’s new Director of Communications, leading the association’s media relations, membership communications, and social media portfolio. He comes to CECU from the National Venture Capital Association, where he handled NVCA’s media and digital strategy. He holds a master’s degree in journalism from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. “We are thrilled to welcome Joanne and Devin,” said CECU’s President and CEO, Dr. Jason Altmire. “Both will be instrumental in CECU’s continued efforts to strengthen our government relations and communications capabilities in response to new regulatory and legislative challenges.” ### Please direct media inquiries to Devin Miller, Director of Communications at Devin.Miller@career.org
Arlington, VA -- CECU President and CEO, Dr. Jason Altmire, released the following statement on today’s FTC announcement that it is resurrecting use of its Penalty Offense Authority under Section 5 of the FTC Act: “The FTC announcement includes no findings of wrongdoing at any for-profit institution. Publicly announcing that it is sending warning letters to 70 of the largest for-profit institutions arbitrarily impugns the integrity of institutions that are in full compliance with FTC regulations. We were also surprised that only for-profit institutions will be subjected to these enhanced civil monetary penalties, while other bad actors under the FTC’s jurisdiction will not be held to the same standard.” ### Please direct media inquiries to Jenny Faubert, Vice President of Communications at Jenny.Faubert@career.org
Arlington, VA -- This week, the U.S. Department of Education has been contacting individuals to inform them that they have been selected to serve on the Affordability and Student Loans negotiated rulemaking committee and on the Prison Education Program subcommittee. CECU member and Senior Vice President of Financial Aid at South College, Dr. Carol Colvin, will serve as the alternate negotiator representing proprietary institutions on the Affordability and Student Loans committee. On Wednesday, CECU member and President of The Modern College of Design, Jessica Barry, was selected to be the primary negotiator representing proprietary institutions. “We are thrilled that two CECU members have been selected as the primary and alternate negotiators for the committee,” said Dr. Jason Altmire, CECU’s President and CEO. “As a senior executive for an outstanding school, along with her years of experience in financial aid, Dr. Colvin is the perfect choice!" Dr. Colvin has served as the Senior Vice President of Financial Aid at South College for over five years. Dr. Colvin holds a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and Professional Practice from Trevecca Nazarene University. “I am honored and excited to be selected to serve on the Department of Education’s negotiated rulemaking committee,” said Dr. Carol Colvin. “I look forward to advocating for the interests of South College and all students and institutions in the proprietary sector.” CECU applauds the Department for selecting Dr. Colvin to serve on the Committee ### Please direct media inquiries to Jenny Faubert, Vice President of Communications at Jenny.Faubert@career.org
Arlington, VA -- The U.S. Department of Education began contacting individuals to inform them that they have been selected to serve on the Affordability and Student Loans negotiated rulemaking committee and on the Prison Education Program Subcommittee. CECU nominated several individuals to serve on the main committee, including Jessica Barry, who was selected as the primary negotiator representing proprietary institutions on the Affordability and Student Loans Committee. "We are thrilled that Jessica Barry was selected as the lead negotiator to represent proprietary institutions,” said Dr. Jason Altmire, CEO and President, CECU. “Ms. Barry is well versed in all areas of a school’s operations, including starting as a student at The Modern College of Design. She will be a great asset to the committee.” Ms. Barry is a 1997 graduate of The Modern College of Design, holds a BA in management from Antioch University Midwest, and has been recognized as an award-winning educator, administrator, and creative director. Ms. Barry has served as the school’s president since 2007 overseeing the operations of the college with an emphasis on compliance, admissions, marketing, financial aid, facilities, and strategic planning. “I am honored to be chosen as a primary negotiator representing proprietary institutions for the Affordability and Student Loans Committee,” said Jessica Barry, President, The Modern College of Design. “I look forward to working collaboratively with committee members to ensure accountability across all of higher education and that student loans are working for students and taxpayers.” CECU applauds the Department for selecting Ms. Barry to serve on the Committee ### Please direct media inquiries to Jenny Faubert, Vice President of Communications at Jenny.Faubert@career.org
Arlington, VA -- CECU President and CEO, Dr. Jason Altmire, released the following statement on the confirmation of James Kvaal to become Under Secretary of Education: "CECU congratulates James Kvaal on his confirmation as Under Secretary of Education. We appreciate his reputation of separating politics from policy, and we look forward to finding common ground on accountability rules that apply to all postsecondary institutions, and protections that are available to all students across higher education." ### Please direct media inquiries to Jenny Faubert, Vice President of Communications at Jenny.Faubert@career.org
Arlington, Va. -- A new survey commissioned by Career Education Colleges and Universities (CECU) found that a majority of respondents felt that their experiences at proprietary institutions positively prepared them for professional success in the future. Of the student veterans polled, a majority agreed or strongly agreed:
Over one-third (40%) of respondents had attended another form of higher education prior to enrolling in a proprietary program. Several alumni reported dissatisfaction with traditional institutions due to mismatched teaching styles, generic requirements unrelated to their major or skill goals, or non-recognition of the skills and knowledge they had already obtained through the military. Streamline coursework, flexibility, and the personalized approach associated with proprietary programs positively motivated veteran alumni. The survey also found that student veterans feel especially comfortable at CECU member institutions because they often feel a sense of community not experienced at traditional colleges. Survey participants overwhelmingly agreed that the value of their proprietary education was worth the cost (80) and that the skills (76%) and knowledge (75%) acquired are relevant to their current work. “Veteran students are often looking for opportunities to build on the skills and knowledge they gained in the military so that they can quickly apply those skills to building careers in the civilian workforce,” said CECU President and CEO Dr. Jason Altmire. “It is clear that proprietary institutions provide this opportunity effectively and in a way that allows veteran students to feel comfortable, encouraged, and welcomed.” Among surveyed participants, proprietary institutions provide programming that meets veteran student needs more successfully than those programs offered at traditional colleges. Veteran students enrolled in proprietary institutions are met with a clear path to success, along with the professional tools and community support they need to succeed in civilian life. Career Education Review has published an article on the survey and its implications for the proprietary career college sector, available here. The full survey results and methodology are available here. ### Please direct media inquiries to Jenny Faubert, Vice President of Communications, at Jenny.Faubert@career.org
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