customize

Search results for "horner"

Results 1 - 10 of 170 Page 1 of 17
Sorted by: Relevance | Sort by: Date Results per-page: 10 | 20 | 50 | All

President Horner’s Interview with Business File

[…]student body, academic programs, and how the College is helping students cover tuition costs. Dr Horner also discussed the work ACG graduates are finding, and shared his views on educational issues. Dr Horner’s interview with Business File […]
Read more » President Horner’s Interview with Business File

President Horner Interviewed on CNN.gr

Dr. David G. Horner was recently interviewed on CNN.gr, where he spoke about the roots of The American College of Greece, in the context of the 140-anniversary since its establishment in Smyrna, and the 50-year anniversary of its relocation to the Aghia Paraskevi campus. The President discussed the school’s nature as a private non-profit educational establishment, and the opportunities it offers students through a global mindset to international education which results in a high employability rate for ACG graduates, while also supporting them throughout their studies with financial assistance programs. Dr. Horner expanded on the benefits that private institutions can […]

President Horner’s Interview at Insider Magazine

Insider magazine interviewed ACG President David G. Horner in an insightful article about education and the College’s mission, titled “School of Life.” Insider’s publisher and editor Sudha Nair-Iliades discussed a range of topics with Dr. Horner, covering the school’s 140-year legacy and the changes it has been through, the role of students and alumni as drivers of change, and how the power of education can steer an organization through times of change, The president further shared his views on the College’s social impact, the effect the current Greek economic landscape has on education, and his opinion on government policies toward […]
Read more » President Horner’s Interview at Insider Magazine

A small seed that flourished: Dr. David G. Horner talks to Kathimerini

Dr. David G. Horner talks to Apostolos Lakasas of Kathimerini about ACG’s journey from a small seed, planted in Smyrna back in 1875 by US missionary women, to the greatest US College in Europe that it is today. President Horner discusses the “ACG 150 Advancing the Legacy, Growing Greece” plan, debunks the prevalent myths around private education in Greece, and presents the unique opportunities a private, non-profit college such as Deree and Alba can offer. You can read the full interview in Greek here and in English […]
Read more » A small seed that flourished: Dr. David G. Horner talks to Kathimerini

President Horner at TEDxAcademy 2016

[…]“Vision for Greece 2030.” In Session II: A Letter From The Future, ACG President David G. Horner will share his vision for “Greece in 2030: On Top of Education,” in a talk about the future of the Greek youth in the greater context of education. Dr. Horner’s speech will take place Saturday, October 1 at 15:00, at Megaron, Athens Concert Hall. The American College of Greece is honored to participate in such a thought-provoking and hopeful event, showcasing the power of collective thought on a global scale. For more information, the program, and to get tickets, please click […]

President Horner at TEDx Academy: “You do not need a spectacular economy or a perfect political system to develop world-class universities”

[…]economy or a perfect political system to develop world-class universities,” said President Horner, suggesting that US “success stories” can be Greece’s way to a brighter future. In present-day Greece of Dr. Horner’s vision, the country was able to achieve this feat of world-class higher education by reforming its educational system based on international best practices. President Horner explained the crucial pillars of the country’s transformation: Ensuring institutional diversity, “allowing students to select the institution that will bring out the best in them,” and institutional autonomy, so that in both public and private universities, “international accreditation is the primary quality control […]
Read more » President Horner at TEDx Academy: “You do not need a spectacular economy or a perfect political system to develop world-class universities”

TO VIMA Interview: President Horner on ACG’s added value

[…]underlining how 70 per cent of undergraduates have found work within six months of graduating. Dr. Horner also showcased how the College is helping students during the economic crisis not just with tuition costs, but also by creating invaluable educational and vocational programs – such as DEREE’s International Internship and Study Abroad Program – which opens many doors for students – in addition to offering the “whole student experience” with a state-of-the-art campus and facilities. Dr. David G. Horner also praised ACG’s recently-honored and acclaimed alumni around the world. ​ The Interview with To Vima, translated into English: How is […]
Read more » TO VIMA Interview: President Horner on ACG’s added value

President Horner’s Interview at Fortune Greece

ACG President Dr. David G. Horner talks to Maria Akrivou of Fortune Greece in an insightful interview about the future of education, digital transformation and tomorrow’s professions, as well as the role of ACG in Greece’s economic and social revival. To read the full interview, click here. For the President’s interview in English, click […]
Read more » President Horner’s Interview at Fortune Greece

FRN Lecture Features Former Head of US Higher Education, Dr Martha Kanter, and ACG President David G. Horner

[…]public and non-profit, private institutions” along the lines of the US model. ACG President Horner concluded with some suggestions as to how international US institutions, such as ACG, could create expansive learning opportunities both for lower-income US university students and Greek students, especially in the context of the Greek economic crisis, through study abroad programs. Dr Horner also thanked Debra M. Szybinski, Executive Director of the Faculty Resource Network, for the successful work of the FRN, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary. The Faculty Resource Network at New York University sponsors programs for faculty development through a consortium of over […]
Read more » FRN Lecture Features Former Head of US Higher Education, Dr Martha Kanter, and ACG President David G. Horner
X
X