Bridgepoint Education has named Dr. Wayne Clugston, its Person of the Year for 2007, for his contribution to the company and the field of higher education.
In honor of his achievements, Bridgepoint has set up an annual scholarship in his name for students of Bridgepoint Education subsidiary Ashford University; aimed at students who excel in English and Communications and demonstrate a financial need.
“Wayne began his career teaching in a one-room schoolhouse in rural Ontario, Canada in 1956. From those humble beginnings, he became a pioneer in the development and promotion of innovative adult degree completion programs for small, private liberal arts colleges, which dramatically expanded access to high-quality college education for adults in over 60 college communities. More recently, he was a founder of our fine company and continues to impart his leadership and wisdom, to great benefit,” said Bridgepoint CEO Andrew Clark.
In the awards speech, Dr. Clugston described Bridgepoint as having much to look back on with pride, and even more to look forward to with hope; the converse of a quote by his favorite poet, Robert Frost.
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Based in San Diego, Bridgepoint Education was founded on the principle that anyone who is academically prepared deserves access to higher education without sacrificing quality, transferability of credits, accessibility, academic standards, or credentials. As an independent, private higher education company, Bridgepoint is committed to serving the millions of adults seeking an affordable alternative to high priced higher education. Bridgepoint Education subsidiaries provide both traditional and online education offerings, in addition to recruiting and admissions services. Our comprehensive education services have helped thousands of students improve their lives and careers through higher education. Bridgepoint Education was named by Inc. magazine as the fastest growing private education company in the United States. For more information, please visit us at www.bridgepointeducation.com or contact: Jessica Caris, Director of Public Relations, at 800.798.0584 Ext 2515