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[…]great suffering in 1923 to Greece, the idea grew, and we are its inheritors.” Dr. David G. Horner, President, 2008-Present The 1875 Society The 1875 Society recognizes and honors all individuals who provide support to The American College of Greece through trusts, wills or other future gifts. The Society recognizes the vital role benefactors have played in the almost 150 years in ACG’s emergence as a preeminent educational institution. Your membership involves no dues, obligations or solicitations but it allows us to thank you and recognize you for the plans you have made and may inspire others to join. As […]
[…]on the SKAI TV Channel evening news through a detailed reportage, during which President David G. Horner highlighted the benefits of receiving American top quality education. Provost Thimios Zaharopoulos talked about DEREE academic programs, while Vice President Dimitris Andreou emphasized the opportunities DEREE offers its students through internships, study abroad programs and career services. DEREE makes the difference and SKAI TV spread the news yesterday to inform more young people on their choices towards a successful future. Watch below the full video as it was presented on the SKAI TV Channel […]
[…]Fellow on “Greek-American Relations” at ELIAMEP, rounded off the panelists. Dr. David G. Horner, President of The American College of Greece, gave the opening remarks. Dr. Lamprini Rori, Assistant Professor in Political Analysis at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, was scheduled to participate in the discussion but was absent due to illness. The event was co-organized by the ACG Institute for Hellenic Culture and the Liberal Arts (IHCLA) and ACG Institute of Global Affairs (IGA). The panelists addressed the state of Greece’s relations with its diaspora as these have evolved during the recent years of consecutive crises and […]
[…]of one of the most horrible moments the world has encountered: The Smyrna catastrophe. President Horner welcomed the audience to this year’s lecture, in the context of celebrating the College’s 140 years of educational life and its roots from Smyrna, and introduced Lou Ureneck as a talented storyteller with a greatly significant interpretation of historical events. Professor Lou Ureneck, with a past in journalism and writing, is head of the Department of Journalism at the Boston University, a valued student exchange partner institution of ACG. But there’s more to this bond than an impeccable cooperation between two institutions; Professor Ureneck’s latest […]
[…]part of the Homecoming welcomed the Classes of ’79, ’89, ’99, ’09 and ’19. Dr. David G. Horner, Eric Trujillo, Maria Laina and professors Georgia Marketos and Panagiotis Vasilopoulos greeted the alumni. The Pierce Music Club played a rendition of “Hey Jude” while Pierce student, Evelina Antemissari, gave a wonderful piano recital. Masterclass series on the topic of “Well-Being” were presented for those alumni who had signed up and showcases from a variety of student group projects were gathered around campus for all alumni to view up close. Fundraising activities, such as donation boxes and T-shirt sales, were available in […]
[…]at the ACG stadium to celebrate the 2023 Deree Commencement Ceremony. President David G. Horner gave the welcoming address and celebrated this year’s significant achievements, such as the establishment of the Pierce Elementary School and recognition of The American University of Greece as our Global Campus in the US. While acknowledging ACG’s 100-year milestone since its relocation and rebirth in Athens, he applauded the graduates’ perseverance, agility and unwavering commitment. Graduates, we are so very, very proud of you! Tonight’s ceremony is dedicated to undergraduate graduates, the first to receive their degrees from The American University of Greece, as authorized by the […]
[…]congress simulation available to high school students,” Macheras notes. ACG President Dr. David Horner welcomed AB Vassilopoulos’ gracious donation aimed at helping students sharpen their debating and intellectual skills and forming lifetime friendships. “Preparing our students for their future endeavors and to be competitive in the global marketplace is a high priority for ACG and PIERCE. Programs such as this one reinforce what we teach students in the classroom and we are grateful to AB Vassilopoulos for helping to make this opportunity available to students.” AB is committed to giving back to society, which entrusts AB with their families' nutrition, and […]
[…]seek exposure to a US-modeled education and all the benefits that come with it.” Dr. David G. Horner, President of The American College of Greece Program Description (show) The Stavros Niarchos Foundation is a world-leading international philanthropic organization dedicated to funding institutions and projects that are expected to achieve a broad, lasting and positive impact on society at large. The American College of Greece is honored to receive the Foundation’s support in the form of a donation that establishes a scholarship program for Parallel Studies at Deree. The donation to Deree is part of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation’s “Recharging the […]
[…]during the course of the semester. Stay well; we look forward to seeing you soon! David G. Horner President The American College of Greece USEFUL TIPS ABOUT YOUR RETURN ON CAMPUS SOCIAL DISTANCING ACG’s Safety Engineer has examined and recommended the appropriate social distances for all spaces on campus when/as students are allowed to return to campus. Technical plans have been drawn up for classrooms and labs to reflect and apply the directions set forth for 1.5 meters between all individuals (students, faculty and staff) and no more than 1 person per 10 square meters. Appropriate distancing for […]
[…]Linguae Graecae” TOM C. KOROLOGOS Trustee and Chairman of the ACG Board of Trustees MATINA S. HORNER Educator, President of Radcliffe College MARY CHRIST FLEMING Educator, Founder of TASIS (The American School in Switzerland) MICHAEL SOTIRHOS U.S. Ambassador to Greece MARIKA C. MITSOTAKIS Benefactress of physically and emotionally challenged children in Greece WILLIAM DONALD EDWARD COULSON Classicist, professor, Director of The American School of Classical Studies KORALIA KROKODILOU Educator AFTAB SETH Ambassador of India to Greece NICOS HADJIKYRIAKOS-GHIKAS Artist, Member of the Academy of Athens PATRICK LEIGH FERMOR Soldier, author, lecturer, philhellene THOMAS M.T. NILES U.S. Ambassador to Greece, Assistant […]
[…]– 14:00 – Opening Session Location: DEREE Student Lounge Opening Remarks David G. Horner, PhD | President, The American College of Greece Vasilis Zorbas | Mayor, Municipality of Aghia Paraskevi (in Greek) Christina Marouli, PhD | Director, Center of Excellence for Sustainability Opening Speech “Sustainability and Green Economy: Concepts, Evidence and Policy Design” Professor Anastasios Xepapadeas Athens University of Economics and Business and Beijer Fellow Panel: Odysseas Katsaitis, PhD DEREE Economics Department, Head Gregory Katsas, PhD DEREE Sociology Department Maria Vitoraki, MSc DEREE Environmental Studies Program 14:00 – 15:00 Location: DEREE Student Lounge Music Concert Green, DEREE Music Society Tuesday April 2, […]
[…]as well as KALOS TFM for graciously supplying T-shirts for our volunteers. President David G. Horner opened the gala and reflected on that time, 100 years ago, when “the school was utterly destroyed by a fire that engulfed the surrounding city. What must they [the school’s faculty and staff] have thought? What must they have left? Leaving Smyrna behind and beginning again in another country, in Greece, here in Athens? What courage, what faith, what indomitable spirit! This is the story we celebrate tonight – the story of this school and the country, Greece, that adopted it. A story of […]
[…]of historical documents and images. PROGRAM 19:00 | Opening Remarks President David G. Horner, President, The American College of Greece 19:05-19:35 | Lecture “The Empowering Role of Music in the 1821 War of Independence” Dr. Tatiana Papageorgiou, concert-pianist & musicologist, Assist. Professor, Music Department, ACG Frances Rich School of Fine and Performing Arts 19:35-20:30 | Concert Part I Traditional historical and Klephtic songs, preceded by short introductions referring to poetic texts and rhythms. Singers: Achilleas Hahamis and Vassilis Dramountanis Part II The contribution of art music composers and their inspiration from heroic figures and historical events. Performance of “O […]
[…]College of Greece, Claudia Carydis and President of The American College of Greece, Dr. David G. Horner and the introduction by the event’s moderator, Vice President for Strategic Initiatives and Executive Director at the ACG Institute for Hellenic Culture & the Liberal Arts Prof. Loren J. Samons II, the discussion opened with a pre-recorded keynote statement by the Deputy Minister of Labor & Social Affairs, Dr. Domna Michailidou. Panel participants included Professor Emeritus of Constitutional Law at the University of Athens, Nicos Alivizatos, Honorary President of SETE and CEO & co-Managing Partner Sani/Ikos Group, Dr. Andreas Andreadis, Professor of Genetics […]
[…]we are working hard to minimize the resulting burdens in as fair a manner as possible. David G. Horner, PhD President The American College of Greece Frequently Asked Questions Why and how does ACG provide financial aid to students? (show) ACG is a non-profit educational institution. Part of our institutional mission is to make the quality education we provide available to as many academically qualified students as we can accommodate. In the tradition of United States, non-profit educational institutions, we make every effort to eliminate as much as possible student or family economic circumstance as the determinative factor in enrolling […]
[…]health and look forward to seeing you on campus in the near future. Sincerely, David G. […]
[…]Michigan State, U Toledo, Queen’s Belfast, Worcester Polytechnic, U South Carolina. David G. Horner, ex officio BA, MA, MBA, PhD; Boston, Massachusetts and Athens, Greece (2008) President, The American College of Greece; previously president, North Park University (IL) and Barrington College (RI). Chairs Emeriti Roberta B. Deree | LLD; Honorary Trustee; Phoenix, Arizona Tom C. Korologos | BA, MA, LLD; Honorary Trustee; US Ambassador to Belgium *Ferdinand K. Thun | BA, LLD; Honorary Trustee; Wyomissing, […]
[…]and to KNU, so this is an exciting time for everyone involved,” says ACG President Dr David G Horner, adding, “we are very pleased and grateful for Athenian Brewery’s generous support of our students.” “This initiative perfectly matches with the DNA of our business. We are Greek by choice, but we also maintain our global perspective”, says Athenian Brewery’s Managing Director Zooullis Mina. As he states, “our strategy for the future is to fuel our growth with innovation, new product launches and exports. In this journey, we align with all those who are willing to bring in new ideas and […]
[…]of Administration & Pierce, delivered the welcoming address on behalf of ACG President David G. Horner, emphasizing the primary goal of the Athens Inclusive Education project—to establish an educational environment where every student can thrive. The project is driven by a shared commitment to fostering inclusive and equitable education, recognizing and nurturing the unique strengths of each learner. ACG’s historical dedication to diversity and its active engagement in organizing initiatives align with the project’s mission, preparing students to contribute to a world that values the distinctiveness of all individuals. H.E. George J. Tsunis, US Ambassador to the Hellenic Republic, took […]
[…]sustainability performance.Following US best practices and as also reflected in President Horner’s 2025 vision, we have come a long way as an academic institution since the first STARS report was submitted in 2015. As we stand, ACG is the only academic institution in Greece that submits such a report and one of the two institutions outside the US & Canada to have achieved such a rating.SIERRA Magazine “Cool Schools” List Following the STARS Gold Rating achievement in 2020, ACG earned a spot on the SIERRA Magazine “Cool Schools” list for 2021 for the third time, in recognition of its sustainability efforts and best practices.ACG made its […]
[…]for a college graduate, the College Life Leadership Award, presented to her by President David G. Horner of Deree – The American College of Greece. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA Hons in Communication) focused in Communication and PR, graduating Summa Cum Laude from Deree – the American College of Greece. In 2012, she graduated from Moraitis School and she received the Community Service Award, a recognition of her valuable contribution to the community via her efforts with NGO Mater Filia. Efmorfidi Emma EF93 Founder Emma is a true citizen of the world. Growing up in a […]
[…]20 countries, received their undergraduate and graduate degrees from ACG President David G. Horner. More than 4,000 relatives and friends filled the bleachers of the College stadium on the Aghia Paraskevi campus. European Ombudsman Nikiforos Diamandouros, President Carol T. Christ of Smith College and U.S. Ambassador to Hungary Eleni Tsakopoulos Kounalakis, were awarded honorary doctorates for service to education and public life. Two graduate and four undergraduate students were honored with awards for academic excellence during the ceremony, which ended with the traditional academic caps thrown into the air by enthusiastic and cheering graduates. DEREE Commencement Ceremony 2010 On […]
