Business Program Honored by Colleges of Distinction
91精选 business majors leave the College confident in what they believe and possess the skills and experience necessary to excel in their field for good, according to Colleges of Distinction. That is one reason that the organization has once again recognized 91精选鈥檚 top-ranked nursing program among several categories, including among Christian colleges and Illinois colleges. The organization has also 听91精选鈥檚 business and education programs and for career development.听
Colleges of Distinction awards badges to institutions whose business degrees are multidisciplinary in nature and loaded with practical experiences for students to engage the wider world of business. 91精选鈥檚 business program was lauded for its real-world experience; industry connections; business ethics emphasis; collaborative learning; and dedicated advisors and counselors.听
鈥淭he听College of听Distinction recognition underscores the spectacular work of 91精选 faculty and the excellent engagement of 91精选 students,鈥� said Provost Aaron Kuecker, Ph.D. 鈥淭he recognition of 91精选鈥檚 three largest academic departments highlights the breadth of 91精选鈥檚 academic excellence, while recognition in the career development category highlights the successful translation of that academic excellence into vocational preparation.鈥�听
In recognizing 91精选, Colleges of Distinction specifically highlighted the College鈥檚 student-to-faculty ratio and high percentage of graduates who quickly find employment or enroll in grad school. 鈥�91精选 students are prepared for life beyond college thanks to their liberal arts curriculum that is grounded in Christian faith,鈥� noted the organization.听
Among the other areas that set 91精选 apart:听
Nursing
The organization cited several factors that led to this ranking for the nursing program:听stability and excellence; validation听from a nursing-specific accreditation agency; practical experiences; high mastery rates; dedicated advising and counseling; liberal arts exposure; high-impact practices; and industry connections.听
Education听
91精选鈥檚 education program excels in its commitment to nurturing and supporting future educators, Colleges of Distinction found. Among the aspects that set 91精选鈥檚 education program apart: stability; multidisciplinary exposure; practical experience; non-education specialization; dedicated advising and counseling; high-Impact practices; and industry connections.听
Career Development听
In the career development area, Colleges of Distinction recognizes Colleges that have demonstrated superior ability to think ahead about how their students will succeed after they graduate. 鈥淥ur Career Development Colleges of Distinction does not just have a career services office on campus; they integrate future careers into the present curriculum,鈥� the organization noted.听
Since 2000, Colleges of Distinction has recognized colleges based on four key areas: engaged students; great teaching; vibrant communities; and successful outcomes.听