June 2020 - National News

National News June 2020 Edition A MESSAGE FROM NAU’S DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI What’s Inside? Greetings Alumni and Friends: News: pg 2-3 First, I hope this message finds you healthy and happy. While the coronavirus • Distinguished Alumni Awards has presented a challenge to all of us, it is important to remember that we will • Alumni News get through this. Please read more about NAU’s response to COVID-19 here: • Alumni Spotlights https://www.national.edu/covid-19 Announcements: pg 4 • Help a Student Next, I’d like to encourage your participation, involvement, and commitment • Congratulations Class of 2020! to building, developing, and strengthening relationships between all alumni Message: pg 5 and the university. To do this, you can: • Further your Career with Professional Certificates with Update your contact information by visiting: the Henley Putnam School of https://www.naufoundation.org/stayconnected Strategic Studies Visit our LinkedIn and engage other alumni at: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/3071978 Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlumniNAU Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlumniNAU Success in building our alumni community is dependent on the participation of alumni. The more that our alumni become involved, the more robust and valuable our alumni network becomes. And finally, I want to remind you that, as alumni, you are truly one of our great- est voices in the community. You offer a face of success, a voice of support, and a visible reminder that “Maverick Pride” will continue to resonate through your own life and the lives of those around you. Be Well, Murray Lee NAU Director of Alumni & Foundation Services 2020 BIENNIAL ALUMNI SURVEY I’d like to say a brief “Thank You” to everyone who took the time to complete the Biennial Alumni Survey this year. Every other year, National American University surveys its alumni to gain insights on how their degrees are helping with their careers and to secure feedback on how we can better serve current students. The survey was completed July 30, 2020, and the results were very positive regarding overall alumni satis- faction with their programs and education from NAU. This is great news, but rest assured, NAU will never rest on its laurels and will continually strive to provide academic excellence to all our students. Once again, we are extremely grateful for you contributing your valuable time, the honest information you provided, and your thoughtful suggestions. Thank you. 1

NAU News 2020 Distinguished Alumni Awards Each year, NAU awards the Distinguished Service Alumni Award. It is with great pleasure that I introduce this year’s recipients of our Distinguished Alumni Award. These recipients are being recognized for their educational and professional accomplishments and for actively serving others in the workforce and community. Additionally, both of our distinguished alumni for 2020 have some inspiring words for the 2020 graduates, so please watch the 2020 National American University Commencement video. Dr. Charise Breeden-Balaam Dr. Charise Breeden-Balaam has a long career in social work and higher education administration. She is also a professor at several local colleges and universities, focus- ing on the social sciences. With this experience, she has worked with various clients in mental health services and corrections departments as well as public and private partnerships. Most recently, Charise has worked as an administrator for the Equal Opportunity Program at Passaic County Community College and as a Director for Special Educa- tion Services for several institutions in Newark, NJ. Charise has been recognized by administrators and peers for creating policies and procedures to ensure that each special education scholar receives appropriate accommodations and modifications. Charise is the Founder and CEO of Balaam and Associates, which works with faith- based organizations in the areas of quality assurance, grant writing, and program planning. Charise provides professional development trainings and workshops to special education personnel throughout New Jersey. Charise earned an EdD in Community College Leadership from National American University. Steve Allender Steve Allender is a native South Dakotan and was raised in a military family. After his father retired from the Air Force, his family moved to Belle Fourche, where Steve attended grade school through high school. Steve began his career in law enforcement in 1983 working for the Belle Fourche Po- lice Department. In 1985 he joined the Rapid City Police Department and spent the next 29 years serving as a patrol officer, detective, sergeant, crime lab director, lieu- tenant, captain and eventually chief of police. He retired from the RCPD in May 2014. In June 2015 Steve was elected Mayor of Rapid City. Steve holds a bachelor’s degree in management from NAU and has attended the FBI National Academy in Quantico, VA. 2

ALUMNI NEws alumni SPOTLIGHTS ALUMNI TUITION BENEFIT LaShae Johnson Effective January 1, 2020 a graduate from a Nation- National American University alumna LaShae Johnson al American University diploma, associates, bache- shares how having a professor who cared, positively impact- lors, graduate, or doctoral degree program who enrolls ed her educational journey. in another National American University program or LaShae Johnson received an associate degree in professional course offering, will qualify for the 10% alumni tuition legal services and a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Benefit. if you’ve been thinking about “ladder- National American University. She is a six-year veteran of the ing up” your education, ask an enrollment coun- United States Army and owns her own small business, a selor about this benefit to alumni by calling: credit repair company, while also taking care of her family. (855) 448-2318! CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL INTERVIEW WITH LASHAE! ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP BENEFIT Lawrence McCall, Chief of Police Additionally, the NAU Foundation now offers Alumni Mr. McCall holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice (’14) and a M.S. Advancement Scholarships in the amount of $1000. There in Criminal Justice (’15) from National American University, are five (5) available for Fall Term. which he earned while managing a very busy personal and To be eligible for the Alumni Advancement Scholarship, the professional life. student: CLICK HERE TO WATCH full interview to hear more from Lawrence, in his own words. • Has graduated from National American University with a Diploma, Associates, Bachelors, or Masters degree ATTENTION: ALL GRADUATES and currently does not have any financial hold; and • Has enrolled in Fall 2020 to begin his/her first term in Please continue to submit updates relating to career suc- pursuit of a second NAU degree of the same level or cess and personal matters by using the alumni link on the higher; and NAU Foundation’s website naufoundation.org/contact. • Is enrolled at least half-time (as defined herein). This will allow the university to share information about Five (5) scholarships are available to five (5) eligible students you and your accomplishments or milestones with in the amount of $1000 each for the Fall academic term. other graduates. “At least half-time” is defined as 6 or more credits for undergraduate programs, 4.5 or more credits for graduate 3 programs, and 3.0 or more trimester credit hours for Doctoral programs. To review official criteria and apply online visit here: https://www.naufoundation.org/alumniapplyonline All application materials must be received by Tuesday, September 1, 2020. Late submissions will not be accepted.

announcements Help a Student Achieve their Dream CONGRATULATIONS TO NAU’S CLASS OF 2020! You can give talented and inspired students the chance After much consideration for student safety, National to follow their dream of higher education. Please consid- American University and Henley-Putnam School of Stra- er a gift of $25 to help us continue our legacy of provid- tegic Security decided to host a virtual commencement ing support for students in need. Since, 2010, the NAU ceremony on June 5th, 2020 in lieu of the in-person cere- Foundation has provided scholarships to more than 1,700 mony originally planned for Rapid City, South Dakota. students at National American University. Know that your Additionally, faculty and staff of National American Uni- support of the NAU Foundation, in any amount, provides versity’s (NAU) and it’s Henley-Putnam School of Strate- financial support to empower students and help them on gic Security’s (H-PSSS) came together and created a video their educational journey. to recognize the class of 2020! Click the link below to help change the life of a student: National American University and Henley-Putnam School naufoundation.org/donate-today-change-someones-life of Strategic Security ask that you join us in celebrating the or you can mail your gift to: NAU Foundation, c/o Ketel Class of 2020! We are so proud of them! Thorstenson, P.O. Box 3140, Rapid City, SD 57709 Click below to watch: Faculty and staff of National American University’s (NAU) and it’s Henley-Putnam School of Strategic Security’s (H-PSSS) recognize the class of 2020: 4

MESSAGE FURTHER YOUR CAREER WITH PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES WITH THE HENLEY PUTNAM SCHOOL OF STRATEGIC STUDIES Are you looking to advance your existing strategic security career? National American University’s Henley Putnam School of Strategic Studies now offers professional certificates in fields such as Strategic Security Management, Executive Protection, Counterterrorism, and Cybersecurity. The program is 100% online allowing you to enhance your skills, expand your knowledge base, and further your career with professional certificates. The Henley-Putnam School of Strategic Security, a school within National American University, provides specialized instruction for security professionals. All Henley Putnam courses and programs are offered online, so that students may customize their schedule to best fit their busy lives. Because many NAU students are active or reserve military, Henley Putnam offers courses available 24/7, and monthly program starts to allow for Temporary Duty Assignments, deployments, and Permanent Change of Station moves. In addition to professional certificates, Henley Putnam also offers online Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral programs. Courses are taught by national security professionals who have served in roles in top organizations and have years of experience in the field. Programs emphasize professionalism, proactive strategies, a thorough understanding of the dynamics of the program area, and a high-level development of skills in intelligence, counterterrorism, and protection. Certificate courses are designed to be comprehensive and thorough, while at the same time highly-focused and specific. Earning professional certificates through Henley Putnam demonstrates to potential employers your high level of dedication, focus, and understanding of these complex topics. The Henley Putnam School of Strategic Studies exists to train the next generation of security professionals to shape a safer world. Henley Putnam offers more than 30 different professional certificates in various fields of strategic security. If you are interested in the field of Organizational Security, there are options including Security Management and Physical Security and Risk Assessment. Interested in pursuing Intelligence Management and Operations? Consider certificate programs in Intelligence and Terrorism Profiling or Intelligence Collection and Analysis. For individuals interested in Nuclear programs, there are several options including Applied Radiologic Response Techniques, Consequence Assessment and Modeling, Hazard Prediction and Assessment Capability, and Nuclear Weapons Operations and Policy. Some certificates, such as the Counterterrorism and Executive Protection certificates, are offered in entry-level, mid-level, and senior-level. GET STARTED NOW. Call: 800-209-0182 or Visit: https://www.national.edu/schools/henley-putnam/ Your NAU enrollment counselor is ready to help you build a success plan to get you where you want to go. We make applying, enrolling—and succeeding—here simple, whether you’re a first-time or a transfer student, active military or veteran, or a college graduate ready to earn your master’s or doctorate degree. 5

UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCEMENT: MILITARY TUITION ASSISTANCE! One of the benefits of being a service member is the Armed Forces Tuition Assistance (TA) program. This is an education benefit for eligible members of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force and Coast Guard. Eligible members include personnel that are on active duty, drilling, or retired in the regular services or the Reserves. The TA benefit is separate from the GI Bill. Take full advantage of military tuition benefits is with on- line classes that allow for a flexible schedule and start every month. National American University also offers a military friendly tuition rate. interested in learning more about military tuition assistance and the opportunities the reset offers? ask an enrollment counselor by calling: (855) 448-2318! ATTENTION ALL ALUMNI! GET CONNECTED WITH NAU AND EACH OTHER ffaacceebbooookk..ccoomm//AAlulummnniNiNAAUU lliinnkkeeddiinn..ccoomm//ggrroouuppss//307711997788 ttwwiitttteerr..ccoomm//AAlluummnniiNNAAUU 660055--339944--44997766 aalluummnnii@@nnaattioionnaal.le.edduu nnaauuffoouunnddaattioionn.o.orgrg//wweelclcoommee-n-naauu-a-alulummnini nnaattiioonnaall..eedduu//aalluummnnii/ Notice: NAU and the NAU Foundation will never sell or share alumni contact information. Contact information will only be used for official NAU and NAU Foundation purposes. Recipients have the right to unsubscribe and opt-out of such communication.