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Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: STRA) is an education services company focused on higher education and workforce development, with operations organized into U.S. Higher Education, Education Technology Services, and Australia/New Zealand segments. The news flow around STRA often highlights developments across this portfolio, including financial results, institutional initiatives, and partnerships with employers and education providers.
Investors and observers following STRA news can expect regular updates on quarterly earnings and operating performance, as reflected in company announcements of results for periods ended June 30 and September 30. These releases typically discuss segment revenue, income from operations, enrollment trends, and the performance of platforms such as Sophia Learning and Workforce Edge within the Education Technology Services segment.
Company news also covers partnerships that illustrate how Strategic Education’s platforms are used in real-world workforce and education settings. Examples include Sophia Learning collaborations with organizations such as a national gym chain and a regional health system’s school of nursing, where employees and students gain access to online, ACE-recommended general education courses that are designed to transfer for college credit. Announcements about Workforce Edge describe its role in administering expanded employee education programs for large employers through a centralized benefits management platform.
Additional news items may highlight initiatives such as Strategic Education, Inc. Signal Labs, which connects education and future-of-work startups with the company’s global portfolio to test and scale emerging technologies, as well as program-specific achievements within institutions like Strayer University and the Jack Welch Management Institute. For a comprehensive view of STRA-related developments, readers can use this news page to review earnings releases, partnership announcements, program recognitions, and other updates related to Strategic Education’s institutions and platforms.
Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: STRA) will announce its fourth quarter results post-market on February 22, 2023. A conference call to discuss these results will take place at 5:00 p.m. ET from Sydney, Australia. Investors can access the live webcast via the company's website. Additionally, the company will hold its 2023 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on April 26, 2023, and an Investor and Analyst Day on May 9, 2023 in New York, NY.
Capella University has appointed Dr. Linda Singh and Walt Chesley to its Board of Trustees. Dr. Singh, a distinguished graduate of Capella, brings over 30 years of leadership experience in health, defense, and government. She is the CEO of Kaleidoscope Affect, LLC, and has held various leadership roles in public and private sectors. Chesley, a former Chief Human Resources Officer at Hennepin Healthcare, offers deep insights into human resources and education. Both appointments aim to enhance the university's governance and focus on the interests of learners and the public good.
Strayer University has achieved the National Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) designation for its Master of Science in Information Security and Assurance (MSISA) program. This recognition is effective through 2027 and signifies Strayer's commitment to cybersecurity education. The CAE-CD designation highlights the institution's quality standards in cybersecurity and aims to enhance the workforce in this critical field. This achievement underlines the university's efforts to provide industry-relevant programs that promote student success and economic mobility.
Strategic Education (NASDAQ: STRA) reported financial results for Q3 2022, revealing a 2.6% decline in revenue to $263.1 million compared to Q3 2021. Net income increased to $6.1 million from $3.9 million year-over-year. However, adjusted net income fell to $8.0 million, down from $14.1 million. The U.S. Higher Education segment experienced a 3.1% drop in student enrollment, while the Education Technology Services segment saw a 26.9% revenue increase. The company declared a $0.60 dividend per share payable on December 5, 2022.
Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: STRA) has partnered with Six Flags Entertainment Corporation to offer over 35,000 employees access to education programs, including tuition discounts at Capella and Strayer Universities and no-cost courses via Sophia Learning. This partnership began on October 3, 2022, emphasizing Six Flags' commitment to employee benefits and education. It positions Six Flags as a market leader in employee support within the entertainment industry. Workforce Edge will facilitate this initiative, helping Six Flags enhance workforce skills and maintain competitive advantage.
Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: STRA) will hold a conference call on November 3, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. ET, to discuss its third quarter results. A news release with the results will be published before the market opens that day. Investors can join the live webcast via the Investor Relations section of the company's website. The archived webcast will be available for later viewing. Strategic Education focuses on advancing economic mobility through higher education, serving working adults globally.
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Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: STRA) has appointed the Honorable Michael Thawley, former Australian Ambassador to the U.S., to its board of directors. Thawley brings extensive international business experience and aims to enhance the company's strategic growth in Australia and New Zealand. Executive Chairman Robert Silberman expressed confidence that Thawley’s expertise will strengthen partnerships and opportunities in these markets, especially following the acquisition of Torrens University and other institutions. Thawley's previous roles include senior positions at Capital Group, emphasizing his significant background in finance and diplomacy.
Capella University has been redesignated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) through 2027 by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security. This designation recognizes the university's Information Assurance and Cybersecurity Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program's excellence in preparing students for cybersecurity roles. The program has maintained its CAE status since 2007, highlighting the ongoing commitment to addressing the shortage of cybersecurity professionals.
Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: STRA) has announced its Devmountain and Hackbright Academy coding programs joining the OneTen coalition, aimed at advancing employment for Black individuals without four-year degrees. The partnership focuses on skills-first hiring, targeting to help one million Black Americans secure family-sustaining jobs over the next decade. The coding programs will provide training and connect graduates with employers seeking diverse tech talent, demonstrating a commitment to enhance economic mobility and diversity in the tech industry.