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Rasmussen University marks its 125th anniversary in 2025, celebrating a legacy of transforming lives through career-focused education. Founded in 1900 by Walter Rasmussen in St. Paul, Minnesota, the institution has grown from a practical business school to offering over 60 undergraduate and graduate programs across 20 campuses and online platforms.

Under President Mark Arnold's leadership, the university plans several commemorative initiatives throughout 2025, including:

• Campus-wide celebrations across 20 locations
• 'Green Couch Conversations' - a podcast and video series featuring student, alumni, and faculty stories
• Research studies focusing on legacy and future skills in healthcare and business sectors
• Corporate alliance recognition events

Currently a national leader in nursing education, Rasmussen continues its mission of expanding educational access, particularly for underrepresented populations, while addressing critical workforce needs in nursing, healthcare, and business fields.

American Public University System (APUS) has announced that its 24-inch research grade telescope at the Dr. Wallace E. Boston Observatory will join the Skynet Robotic Telescope Network, operated by the University of North Carolina. As the first online university in this network, APUS students and faculty will gain access to over a dozen premier global observatories, including the 20-meter radio telescope at Green Bank Observatory and facilities in Australia.

The partnership will integrate National Science Foundation and DoD STEM-funded Skynet labs into future astronomy courses, providing students with hands-on experience in observational astronomy. The network includes notable facilities such as Morehead Observatory, Dark Sky Observatory, and international locations in Chile and Poland.

American Public University System (APUS) has received initial accreditation for its Master of Science Healthcare Administration (MSHA) program from the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME). The 40-credit program, built on American College for Healthcare Executives (ACHE) Leadership Alliance domains and competencies, focuses on legal and ethical healthcare administration, organizational behavior, technology applications, and financial management.

The accreditation validates APUS's commitment to academic quality and professional relevance in healthcare management education. The program particularly serves military and public service communities through accessible online education, emphasizing leadership skills, core competencies, and essential soft skills like emotional intelligence.

American Public University System (APUS) has achieved a significant milestone as its Bachelor of Science in Esports Program becomes the first of its kind in the United States to receive specialized accreditation from the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA). The accreditation, valid through February 2030, also extends to APUS's Bachelor and Master of Science in Sports Management programs.

The Esports program, launched in March 2022, offers comprehensive education in both business and coaching aspects, including event management, player development, media production, and marketing. COSMA recently expanded its scope to include Esports Management programs, making APUS the first to meet their accreditation standards.

American Public Education (APEI) has appointed Richard J. Statuto to its Board of Directors effective March 6, 2025, expanding the board to nine members. Statuto, currently Chairman of Premier Inc.'s Board, brings over 30 years of healthcare leadership experience.

Statuto previously served as President and CEO of Bon Secours Health System for 13 years and CEO of St. Joseph Health System for nine years, both being highly profitable organizations with revenues exceeding $3 billion. His extensive board experience includes positions at Catholic Health Association, Christus Health, and American Red Cross Orange County California.

The appointment aligns with APEI's strategy in healthcare education, with Chairman Ric Andersen highlighting Statuto's experience in driving growth at large health systems. CEO Angela Selden emphasized the value of his experience with mission-driven healthcare organizations for shaping APEI's strategy in nursing and healthcare education.

American Public Education (APEI) reported strong Q4 2024 financial results, with consolidated revenue increasing 7.4% year-over-year to $164.1 million. Net income remained stable at $11.5 million, with earnings per diluted share at $0.63. The company's Adjusted EBITDA improved to $31.4 million from $25.7 million in Q4 2023.

Revenue growth was driven by increases across all segments: Rasmussen University (+$4.9M), Hondros College of Nursing (+$3.2M), and American Public University System (+$3.0M). Total costs rose 4.2% to $142.6 million, primarily due to higher employee compensation and IT costs.

Looking ahead, APEI projects Q1 2025 enrollments at Rasmussen to increase 6.8% to 14,500 students. The company has set full-year 2025 revenue guidance between $650-660 million with Adjusted EBITDA of $75-85 million. Management plans to streamline operations by closing underperforming campuses and selling buildings.

American Public University System (APUS) has joined the Business-Higher Education Forum (BHEF), a national organization connecting business and higher education executives to shape the future of learning and work. The partnership aims to strengthen the digital workforce through quality higher education.

APUS, with 92% working adult students, partners with over 300 businesses, associations, and government agencies to develop programs for employee retention, recruitment, and upskilling. The university recently launched TuitionWise in summer 2024, a program helping eligible participants minimize student debt when combined with employer tuition-assistance benefits. Employees at companies offering $5,250 annual education assistance can potentially take six undergraduate or four graduate courses without personal tuition costs.

American Public University System (APUS) celebrates significant academic research advancements, showcasing groundbreaking projects and impactful global collaborations in 2024.

APUS faculty secured grants for 19 recent projects (12 domestic and seven international) with multidisciplinary impacts across North America, Europe, and Asia. In 2024, approximately 50 students participated in faculty-led research, exemplifying the University's dedication to experiential learning. These projects were part of the competitive faculty research grants fully funded by APUS.

Key projects include:

• Dr. Daniel Diaz’s ethnographic study on Nahuatl-speaking communities in Mexico.
• Dr. Kelly Chinners Reiss and Dr. Daniela Messina’s WaterTAP project, addressing drinking water quality and public health.
• Dr. Melissa Schnyder’s research on Indigenous food sovereignty through the restoration of traditional Hawaiian fishponds.
• The APUS Analog Research Group (AARG) completed its fifth analog mission to the Inflatable Lunar and Martian Analog Habitat (ILMAH).
• Dr. Kristin Drexler, Dr. Michelle Watts, and Anthony Caole’s COVID-19 research in Kodiak, Alaska.

APUS is committed to fostering ongoing research that bridges disciplines, cultures, and borders to drive innovation and academic excellence.

American Public Education (NASDAQ: APEI) has scheduled its fourth quarter and full year 2024 earnings conference call for Thursday, March 6, 2025, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. The company will release its financial results via press release before the call. The conference call will be accessible via webcast through the company's website, and a replay will be available until March 20, 2025.