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[…]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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

[…]universally appealing and that is its cultural heritage, which is valued everywhere,” Dr Horner concluded. ACG President Dr Horner’s interview with Kathimerini’s Sunday edition was published January 18 and can be found here in […]

[…]“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 […]

[…]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 […]

[…]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 […]

[…]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 […]

[…]the College’s commitment since 1875, and it will remain our commitment in the future. David G. Horner, PhD President The American College of Greece    17 Αυγούστου 2015 Αγαπητοί φοιτητές, μαθητές και μέλη των οικογενειών του Αμερικανικού Κολλεγίου Ελλάδος. Ο νέος νόμος που ψηφίστηκε από το Ελληνικό Κοινοβούλιο, στις 13 Αυγούστου 2015, επιβάλλει Φόρο Προστιθέμενης Αξίας (ΦΠΑ) 23% στα δίδακτρα των ιδιωτικών σχολείων και των κολλεγίων. Παρότι αναγνωρίζουμε τις εξαιρετικά δύσκολες οικονομικές περιστάσεις που αντιμετωπίζει η Ελλάδα, θεωρούμε αυτό το μέτρο άδικο (μεταξύ άλλων και διότι οι Έλληνες φοιτητές και μαθητές και οι οικογένειές τους που πληρώνουν δίδακτρα σε ιδιωτικά […]

[…]Sunday edition of Kathimerini, Greece’s most prestigious newspaper, ACG president Dr David G. Horner explains the nature and history of the College, expresses hope that eventually Greece will allow fruitful exchanges between public and private institutions of higher education, and says that the country can outdo itself if it manages to enact meaningful reforms. Read the English translation below or click here for the original Greek. “GREECE CAN OUTDO ITSELF IF IT MANAGES TO REFORM ITS STRUCTURES” By Katerina  Bakoyianni In 1979, at age 29, he became the youngest president of a US college or university in American history. With a PhD in education […]

[…]and to flourish. The current ACG logo change is made in that spirit, hope and confidence. David G. Horner, PhD President The American College of […]