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[…]to celebrate on an evening dedicated to honoring achievements and relationships, as President Horner said referring to the contribution of educators and peers in each student’s accomplishment. From the Internship, and Study Abroad awards, to the Society of the Year and College Life Spirit awards, 46 students were cheered on for their accomplishments in sports, parallel study, scholarships, and so much more from their experience at Deree!The Ceremony opened with Lucy Kanatsouli, Dean of Enrollment.“Tonight, we take the time to call into the limelight the best and brightest. We applaud student effort and celebrate our students’ achievement in the areas […]

A campus ethos of mutual respect, inclusion, responsible action, and high achievement: President Horner’s message in the wake of George Floyd’s killing The killing on May 25, 2020 of George Floyd, a defenseless, Black man in the custody of the Minneapolis (MN) police, has sparked widespread pain and protest in the U.S. and around the world. Personally, this incident takes me back to my undergraduate years in the late 1960s when the U.S. civil rights movement and opposition to the Viet Nam War led to similar scenes of protest, chaos and destruction on U.S. campuses and in U.S. cities. As […]

[…]no physical presence on Campus is required. As officially announced by our President, Dr. Horner, in regard to this year’s Commencement “Current Greek government regulations do not allow for large crowd events. Therefore, we regrettably must postpone the Deree Commencement scheduled for June 27, 2020. While the Commencement will not occur on schedule, we will award the Deree undergraduate and graduate degrees on time so that students can proceed with their post-graduation plans. The Registrar’s Office will announce when students can receive their diplomas -in-person or by mail. We are exploring two options for rescheduling the 2020 Deree Commencement: August 29, 2020 […]

[…]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 […]

[…]Horner and his family during this difficult time. May her memory be eternal.” Mother of Marc D. Horner (Wheaton, Illinois) and Shanna K. Horner O’Hea (Kennebunk, Maine), grandmother of  Haley, Garrett, Grant, and Addison Horner (Wheaton, Illinois), mother-in-law of Christine Horner and Brian O’Hea, and sibling of six – Michal, Richard, James, Lynn, Robert, and William, Sue was predeceased by her father and brother, Robert. A memorial service will be held at a future date at Old South Church, 645 Boylston Street, Boston, MA, a congregation with a historic connection to ACG and the local church home of Sue and […]

[…]health and look forward to seeing you on campus in the near future. Sincerely, David G. […]

[…]of the Griffin, with the bravery of the lion and the strength of an eagle! Sincerely, David G. […]

[…]around the world and especially the US. With respect to the Greek-speaking market, Dr. Horner noted that ACG has always been popular to young people from across Greece, and especially to students attending Greek public universities. Presently, students enrolled at Deree’s Parallel Study Program amount to over 1,000 and come from every public university in Greece. Speaking of the library project the President said that it “is really going to enhance not just our campus experience, but it is going to enrich the community as well.” Dr. Horner also spoke in admiration of the new Digital Museum and the amazing […]

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 […]

[…]the importance of the connection between the Academic and the Business world. President David G. Horner announced ACG’s plan to add distinctive and sustainable value to society and the economy through education, in his introductory speech at the new modern art museum B&E Goulandris Foundation, in the heart of downtown Athens. “The mission of ACG is to add distinctive and sustainable value to our students, Greece, American education, Hellenic heritage, and the global community through transformative teaching, scholarship, and service. In difficult and good times over the past 144 years, ACG has not only survived but prospered, expanding educational opportunities […]

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 […]

[…]and determination as they received their bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Dr. David G. Horner, President of The American College of Greece, welcomed the graduates, along with the Board of Trustees, ACG faculty and staff, and the families and friends of the graduates to the 2019 Deree Commencement Ceremony: “The future success of tonight’s graduates will be built on the preparation they have received at The American College of Greece as well as on the loving investments of family, friends, teachers and others who have encouraged and sustained them. And so, we especially welcome those present as well as those here in […]

[…]of 3.5 will be charged $23,610. Presidential Comments In announcing ISP, ACG President David G. Horner stated: “Clarkson has an impressive record of connecting technology-based studies with economic development. The ACG-Clarkson International Scholars Program not only offers great value to ACG students but also connects directly to our strategic plan — ACG 150 Advancing the Legacy, Growing Greece. Undoubtedly, students will benefit personally from this unique international learning experience; we hope and expect many will choose to apply their learning to build Greece’s future technology-based economy.” Clarkson President Anthony G. Collins added, “We look forward to welcoming talented international students […]

[…]and appreciation, College flags will be flown at half-mast until January 31, 2019. David G. Horner, President The American College of […]