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[…]cheering on the Class of 2016 as they threw their caps in the air! Fall President Dr. David G. Horner gave a hopeful and inspiring speech at TEDx Academy 2016, unfolding his vision for the future of education in Greece of 2030, saying, “You do not need a spectacular economy or a perfect political system to develop world-class universities.” We were honored to welcome back on campus George M. Logothetis, Chairman and CEO of the Libra Group, to discuss youth empowerment with our students. Since 2012, over 70 Deree students have had the opportunity to complete an internship with the […]
[…]There was a huge turnout, and the event was honored by the presence of ACG President David G. Horner and members of the College administration. Athletes from all sports of the Deree Sports Academy – swimming, tennis, volleyball, basketball, soccer, and track & field – were honored for their accomplishments and participation during the previous year. A special tribute was given to multiple Olympic gold medalist, Pyrros Dimas, for his tremendous contribution and dedication to Sports. He gave a short speech offering valuable advice to our young athletes. After the historic disruption and cancellation of public events for the past two years of the […]
[…]January 27th, was elevated to unparalleled heights by the esteemed presence of President David G. Horner and the ACG Higher Administration, underscoring the event’s significance and success. The evening unfolded with a cascade of recognition for athletes across all our Sports Academies, honoring their dedication and achievements from the previous year. The spotlight shone brightest on the Guest of Honor, the legendary soccer coach Otto Rehhagel, who graced us with his presence on the 20-year anniversary of Greece’s historic Euro 2004 victory in Portugal. Coach Rehhagel, a paragon of dedication to sports, imparted invaluable advice to our budding athletes in […]
[…]potential but need some support to see that potential realized in the future.” – President Horner on reviving hope, building a future and empowering refugees through the “Education Unites: From Camp to Campus” program. The goal of the program is to give opportunities to displaced students to continue their education; provide them with knowledge, skills and academic credits they can use either in Greece or in any other European country they move to in the future; help them get out of the camps and become integrated in local colleges; and offer young refugees hope for the future. The program is […]
[…]the forthcoming 150th anniversary in 2025 of its founding in Smyrna. ACG President, Dr. David Horner, also noted the College’s mission “to add distinctive and sustainable value to students, Greece, American education, Hellenic heritage and the global community through transformative teaching, scholarship, and service.” He noted that ACG is a “mighty micro-pillar” in both Greece and the US, with 65,000 alumni (89% residing in Greece), a unique Parallel Studies program with 2,360 students from Greece’s public universities enrolled in the past five years and almost 3,000 students from 367 US institutions participating in Study Abroad at ACG in the same […]
[…]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 […]
[…]18.9: Main Hall Arrival Time & Registrations at 9:00 10:00 – 10:05 Welcome, Dr. David G. Horner, President, The American College of Greece 10:05 – 10:10 “Deree Supporting Entrepreneurship”, Dr. Katerina Voutsina, Assistant Professor in Entrepreneurship, Deree School of Business and Economics 10:10 – 10:15 “Entrepreneurship at Alba”, Alexis Komselis, Director, Alba Hub for Entrepreneurship and Development 10:15 – 10:30 Introduction, Ishan Elgin 10:30 – 11:00 What is a Startup? and Who is an Entrepreneur? 11:00 – 11:30 Elevator Pitch Session 11:30 – 12:00 What is a “Fit Startup Road Map” 12:00 – 12:45 Workshop by OWIWI 12:45 – 13:30 Lunch Break 13:30 […]
[…]of the participants; if we act collectively, we can turn Brain Drain into Brain Gain. President Horner gave opening remarks, introducing the annual forum as an impressive program that showcases crucial aspects of the School of Business. This year’s keynote speaker was Alexandros Nousias, Director of the Hellenic Entrepreneurship Award. Nousias noted that since 2011, more than 400.000 people have left due to the current socioeconomic crisis, the majority of which is in the most productive age group of 20 – 40 years old, only 20% of whom consider returning to Greece in the near future a viable option. David […]
[…]American College of Greece, a non-profit educational institution. According to President David G. Horner “these scholarships will greatly improve our ability to attract and educate talented students with limited means from these regions and we are deeply grateful to Mrs. Arvanitis for this very generous gift.” The gift comes at a time of great distress in Greek society, when more and more students require financial aid in order to acquire a quality education. Vice President of Development George Triantaris applauds Mrs. Arvanitis’ foresight in making this gift, “since the College’s founding in 1875 alumni and friends from Greece and abroad […]
[…]and were also broadcast online for those who could not attend physically. President David G. Horner gave the opening remarks and welcomed the audience and the Classes of 2020-2021 to the greatest Ceremonies of the year: “These graduates, with the support of the faculty and staff of the College, have pursued their academic plans and programs under unexpected, unforeseen, and unprecedented conditions. In so doing, they have demonstrated their determination, their adaptability, and their self-discipline. They have learned new skills and utilized new tools, all of which were needed to maintain their academic progress over the past 15 months and […]
[…]after having completed their internships in leading companies around the world. President David G. Horner delivered a welcome speech about the importance of standing out as a student, a personality, an institution. He stated that the American College of Greece can be characterized as an outlier, since it has managed to make a difference at such challenging times by enhancing the employability of its graduates: Only 12% of ACG graduates are still seeking employment just 6 months after their graduation. Introducing the announcement of the awards, Provost Thimios Zaharopoulos added that the success of The American College of Greece is […]
[…]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 […]
[…]and who have made a lasting difference as active members of the ACG community. President Horner gave the ceremony’s closing remarks saying, “The achievements and contributions of our students remind us that each of us carries the potential to be a bearer of light. I am talking about the light that each of us has in our minds and in our hearts. May this evening inspire each one of us to let our light shine, everywhere and always.” And with that, an incredible surprise flashmob took place! The lights went out in the open air theater and everyone that took […]
[…]in continuation of the award ceremony held earlier in the day at the Academy of Athens. Dr. David Horner, President of The American College of Greece, opened the event by stating that for 47 years in Smryna and 100 years in Greece, the College has been introducing best practices of American education to Greek society. Despite the Greek economic crisis, ACG further expanded its contribution economically, culturally and socially by investing in the following new initiatives: Institute of Public Health, Institute for Hellenic Culture and the Liberal Arts, and Institute for Hellenic Growth and Prosperity. Dr. Horner noted: It is […]
[…]strides as an academic institution since its initial STARS report submission in 2015. President Horner’s 2025 vision reflects ACG’s commitment to sustainability and sets the course for future advancements. AASHE Executive Director Meghan Fay Zahniser commended ACG for its substantial commitment to sustainability, stating, “STARS was developed by the campus sustainability community to provide high standards for recognizing campus sustainability efforts. ACG has demonstrated a substantial commitment to sustainability by achieving a STARS Gold Rating and is to be congratulated for their efforts.” With more than 900 participants in 40 countries, AASHE STARS program is the most widely recognized framework […]
[…]assets of the College and the income will provide grants in perpetuity. ACG President David G. Horner remarked “we are tremendously grateful to the donor of this fund and hope it will serve as an example for other alumni and friends who wish to support students. ACG has a long history of assisting students seeking to achieve a quality education that dates back to the College’s early days in Smyrna. This tradition continued after the College relocated to Athens. In fact in the years before and after World War II as many as 40% of students received aid. I am […]
[…]Internship Achievement, Health & Wellness, Emerging Leader and Athletics awards.President David G. Horner presented the awards of College Life Leadership and Deree Spirit, awarded to seniors who excelled in leadership and exemplify the spirit of Deree as a dedicated member of the ACG community.The 2022 Student Awards Ceremony aims to acknowledge, honor and recognize students who exemplify all types of excellence — whether it’s because someone made the most out of their experience at Deree by challenging themselves, left a lasting mark as active members of the ACG community, or shone brightly academically, creatively or were just an all-around wonderful […]
[…]of the Griffin, with the bravery of the lion and the strength of an eagle! Sincerely, David G. […]
[…]education and leadership development in Greece and the region,” said ACG President David G. Horner. “ACG’s women faculty and staff are at the forefront of our rapidly expanding STEMM curricula and facilities, and we are delighted to partner with Dr. Rigos to build a global network of women leading in STEMM.” One of the most remarkable aspects of the seminar was the profound impact of bringing together a group of women in a supportive and inclusive environment. Dr. Rigos stated, “The best part of the seminar was observing the effect of having all women in the room and how deep […]
[…]experience, continuing a Deree tradition she helped establish as a student leader. — David G. Horner, President, The American College of Greece I joined the Debate Club my first week at Deree. I did not know, at the time, that I was making one of the most important, life-changing decisions. The skills I learned on the debate circuit have touched and empowered any endeavors I have put my mind to over the years. The friendships I made and the tools I gained fired my confidence and critical thinking while honing my public speaking and interactions. I cannot emphasize enough what a […]
