MINNEAPOLIS, July 19, 2011 – Capella University (http://www.capella.edu), an accredited online university* that has built its reputation by providing high quality online degree programs for working adults, has announced that it will award $90,000 in scholarships and / or charitable contributions through its new Inspire Action project.
The program builds on last year's successful Public Service Challenge, inviting individuals to create inspiring videos showcasing the extraordinary ways they are making a difference every day. Participants compete for the chance to earn a $10,000 scholarship or the opportunity to make a $10,000 charitable donation to the approved organization of their choice. Inspire Action will reward civic-minded individuals who are committed to giving back in the areas of public service, education or community. To be eligible, participants must submit a brief video to Capella's Inspire Action YouTube page (www.capella.edu/InspireAction), and votes from the general public will determine the finalists. Nine winners will be selected by a committee made up of a broad representation of leaders throughout Capella.
"The students who come to Capella are purpose-driven individuals looking to make a difference in their lives and the lives of others by continuing their education and giving back," said Capella University Interim President Deborah Bushway. "The Inspire Action program supports the socially responsible actions of those who not only want to achieve academic and career success, but also want to make a difference in the world."
As of March 31, 2011, nearly 40,000 students are pursuing an online degree at Capella, with 31 percent enrolled in Capella's doctoral degree programs, and 47 percent enrolled in Capella's master's degree programs. The learning and career outcomes of Capella's students and alumni can be found at www.capellaresults.org
Capella University (www.capella.edu) is an accredited online university* that has built its reputation by providing quality online degree programs for working adults. Nearly 80 percent of Capella students are currently enrolled in master's, specialist, or doctoral degree programs in business, counseling, education, health administration, human resource management, human services, information technology, nonprofit management and leadership, nursing, psychology, public administration, public health, public safety, and social work. Capella also offers bachelor's degree programs in business, information technology, nursing, psychology, public administration, and public safety. Within those areas, Capella currently offers 136 graduate and undergraduate specializations and 17 certificate programs. Nearly 40,000 students were enrolled as of March 31, 2011, from all 50 states and 59 other countries. Capella is committed to providing high-caliber academic excellence and pursuing balanced business growth. Founded in 1993, Capella University is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Capella Education Company, headquartered in Minneapolis. For more information, please visit http://www.capella.edu or call 1.888.CAPELLA (227.3552).
Visit the Capella Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/CapellaUniversity. Follow Capella on Twitter at http://twitter.com/CapellaU.
* Capella University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), www.ncahlc.org. Capella University, Capella Tower, 225 South Sixth Street, Ninth Floor, Minneapolis, MN 55402, 1.888.CAPELLA (227.3552), www.capella.edu.
Learn more about earning an online degree: