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[…]research in tourism and hospitality in Greece and the Southeastern Mediterranean region. David G. Horner, President of The American College of Greece, explained, “This new relationship between ACG and Cornell expands the already rich set of affiliations between ACG and outstanding US universities. ACG is uniquely positioned to create value for students, faculty and Greece by leveraging our connection to the US higher education system.” Michael D. Johnson, Dean and E.M. Statler Professor at the Cornell University School of Hotel Administration commented, “We are very pleased to be collaborating with The American College of Greece and look forward to working […]
[…]of an MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) in February 2023. Filling in for ACG President David G. Horner, who was unable to attend the ceremony, Professor Loren J. Samons, Chief Academic Advisor and Executive Director of the Institute for Hellenic Culture and the Liberal Arts at ACG, remarked how ACG has many natural overlaps with ARC in both institutions’ pursuit of academic excellence, research advancements and societal impact. Professors Loren J. Samons and Yiannis Emiris Dr. Constantinos Papadias, Scientific Director of the ACG Research Center (ACG-RC), summarized the importance of the collaboration when he stated: “We are very happy to bring […]
[…]speech, DEREE Provost Dr. Thimios Zaharopoulos – stepping in for ACG President Dr. David G. Horner who was unavoidably detained in the US – spoke highly of Gene Rossides, who received an honorary doctorate from DEREE in 2005. Introducing Gene Rossides himself was AHI President and Chief Operating Officer Nick Larigakis who said it was an honor to be at ACG and to reach out to the next generation, and he congratulated the ACG administration for helping keep strong the US-Greek relationship. He called Gene Rossides “the father of the first advocacy in the US advancing Greece and Greece-US relations,” […]
[…]to a US-modeled education and all the benefits that come with it,” said ACG President Dr David G Horner. John Zervakis, Chief Operating Officer of the SNF office in Athens, stated “The grant to DEREE is part of the Foundation’s ‘Recharging the Youth’ initiative, which aims to help create new opportunities for Greece’s younger generations. The scholarship program will provide academically qualified students, lacking the financial means, the opportunity to further their studies at a first rate institution.” The Parallel Studies Program at ACG offers students a unique opportunity to enroll in US-accredited and EU-validated programs at DEREE, while concurrently […]
[…]applying for the 2022 summer program. In his welcoming remarks, the President of ACG, Dr. David G. Horner, said, “After months of being physically apart, I am pleased to welcome all of you up close – even behind our masks. We are proud of our students! My heartfelt congratulations to you for always pursuing opportunities that will lead to success. We are also grateful to the Latsis Foundation for supporting young people to become globally-minded citizens.” Eva Lianou, General Manager of the John S. Latsis Public Benefit Foundation, noted: “Programs such as the ‘Latsis Foundation Study Abroad Scholarships’ highlight the […]
[…]– 18:20 Opening Remarks By Geoffrey R. Pyatt, US Ambassador to Greece, and Dr. David G. Horner, President of The American College of Greece 18:20 – 18:50 “George C. Marshall, Harry Truman, and the Crafting of the Marshall Plan” By keynote speaker Edward Lengel Chief Historian, The White House Historical Association; Special Advisor, Woodrow Wilson Center Presidential Library Foundation 18:50 – 19:10 Q&A Session 19:10 – 19:30 Break 19:30 – 21:00 Panel Discussion Chair/Moderator: Haralambos Papasotiriou Professor of Strategic Studies, Department of International, European and Area Studies at Panteion University; Director of the Institute of International Relations Georgios K. Filis […]
[…]traces back to our founding 150 years ago as a school for refugee girls in Smyrna. — Dr. David Horner, President of The American College of Greece In February of 2022, Russia attacked my country for the second time. I was trapped in blockaded Mariupol. It was a battlefield and a horrible time that fully changed my life. After that, I realized that all you have can disappear at any moment and you need to live now. After I lost almost everything, I hope studying at your college will give me an opportunity for a better life. I must start […]
[…]and hard skills for its students, the leaders of tomorrow. Bios of the Speakers Dr. David G. Horner President, The American College of Greece David G. Horner, PhD, assumed the presidency of The American College of Greece on July 1, 2008. Under his leadership ACG has grown quantitatively and qualitatively, and the College’s social impact has been enhanced significantly: 40% increase in total enrollment: 4,086 – 5,749 700% increase in student financial aid Developed “in-bound” and “out-bound” study abroad serving over 1,000 students annually Expanded “Parallel Study”, enrolling over 1,000 Greek public university students annually Initiated Institute of […]
[…]History from Stanford University. He lives in Boulder, Colorado with his wife Diane. David G. Horner ACG President Since becoming president in 2008, David Horner has provided transformative leadership to The American College of Greece resulting in: 71% increase in total enrollment 800% increase in student financial aid “In-bound” and “out-bound” study abroad programs serving over 1,000 students annually Over 1,100 Greek public university students studying annually in “parallel” at Deree Over 3,000 students and business professionals enrolled annually in Alba graduate business and Executive Education programs Over 1,300 children enrolled in Deree Sports Academies and Summer Camp Over 56,000 […]
[…]up to make a significant difference in the lives of so many ACG students. From President David G. Horner: Few educational institutions share ACG’s mission: “To add distinctive and sustainable value to our students, Greece, American education, Hellenic heritage, and to the global community through transformative teaching, scholarship and service.” To achieve this mission, ACG has placed great emphasis in recent years on providing students with financial assistance – through scholarships, grants, work-study and internships. The need for such assistance has grown dramatically with the Greek economic crisis. ACG’s goal for 2015-2016 is for more than 2,000 students to receive assistance (42% of all […]
[…]by Eleni Agouridi, Program Coordinator at SNF. The importance of the program, as President Horner stated in his remarks, is that such initiatives help bridge the gap between public and private institutions, in benefit of both the scholar students and the state of education in the country. The program was created to empower the leaders of tomorrow by offering students unique academic opportunities, including exposure to a US-modeled educational system, enhanced proficiency in English, and a wide range of professional and cross-cultural experiences, such as study abroad, local and international internship programs. During the ceremony, the scholars’ speeches served as […]
[…]of students each year, including a large cohort of refugee students,” said President David G. Horner. “We can’t think of a better way to celebrate The American College of Greece’s anniversary than by leveraging our deep educational capacity and long-standing commitment to equitable, values-based education with the strengths of the Antetokounmpo family, whose own journey underscores what is possible through education, commitment and hope.” The life skills and leadership development workshops will be delivered by faculty at Pierce’s campus. “This collaboration prioritizes diversity because we know diversity enriches our learning environment and fosters a sense of belonging,” said Sr. Vice […]
[…]to a US-modeled education and all the benefits that come with it,” said ACG President Dr David G Horner. John Zervakis, Chief Operating Officer of the SNF office in Athens, stated “The grant to DEREE is part of the Foundation’s ‘Recharging the Youth’ initiative, which aims to help create new opportunities for Greece’s younger generations. The scholarship program will provide academically qualified students, lacking the financial means, the opportunity to further their studies at a first rate institution.” The Parallel Studies Program at ACG offers students a unique opportunity to enroll in US-accredited and EU-validated programs at DEREE, while concurrently […]
[…]who need assistance in meeting the cost of a high quality education," said ACG President David G. Horner on the occasion of Mr Katsos' Gift. "We are grateful to the many alumni, friends, corporations and foundations who are stepping forward to provide scholarship support," ACG's Vice President of Development George Triantaris noted, adding "we hope that the scholarship established by Mr. Katsos and PHARMATHEN will inspire others to participate in this important endeavor." In his keynote speech at the 2013 PIERCE Commencement on July 3, Mr. Katsos told graduates that he is "proud to be a graduate of The American […]
[…]του ο Πρόεδρος του Αμερικανικού Κολλεγίου, Dr. David G. Horner, ο οποίος σημείωσε: «Με πολλή υπερηφάνεια τιμούμε σήμερα τους υπότροφους φοιτητές μας και ευχαριστούμε το Ίδρυμα Σταύρος Νιάρχος, το οποίο με τη γενναιόδωρη στήριξή του μας επιτρέπει να τους προσφέρουμε τα οφέλη της αμερικανικής εκπαίδευσης και τις ευκαιρίες που απορρέουν από αυτό». Την επιτυχία του προγράμματος υπογράμμισε και ο Αντιπρόεδρος του Administration and Enrollment Δρ. Δημήτρης Ανδρέου, τονίζοντας ότι οι υπότροφοι απολαμβάνουν όλο το εύρος των ακαδημαϊκών δυνατοτήτων του Deree, την άρτια καθοδήγηση, τις σπουδές σε κορυφαία πανεπιστήμια του εξωτερικού, την άσκηση σε ηγετικούς πολυεθνικούς ομίλους εκτός Ελλάδας, καθώς και […]
[…]an education that has been the cornerstone of their later career successes. ACG President David G. Horner commented: “The American College of Greece is very grateful for this relationship and for the support provided by the Propeller Club to our students. Scholarships are essential to the College’s ability to ensure that talented students are afforded the opportunity to attain a quality education. Philanthropy has been an important part of the mission of the College since its founding in 1875. We hope other alumni and friends of the College will follow the generous example set by the Propeller Club.” Sotiris Poulimenos, […]
[…]the Emmanouela Vernikou Award for Inspirational Spirit. Then, a few years ago, President Horner invited me to serve on an alums advisory group, which I did for four years. This gave me a deep appreciation of how much Pierce and the ACG have grown with President Horner’s leadership and the staff’s invaluable contributions. Looking back, how did your time at Pierce help you become the person you are today? Pierce gave me a love for learning, self-reflection, meaningful relationships, and durable values. These are the best gifts an Alma Matter can provide, and they all had a significant impact on […]
[…]Hospitals Abroad (ASHA) program of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), David G. Horner, ACG President has remarked: “The importance of USAID / ASHA’s generous and long-standing support cannot be overstated and is emphasized in public events held on and off campus in Greece, the US and abroad. It is an example of the strong ties between the US and Greece and an important source of support that enables the College to offer a US-modelled education.” From the faithful and generous efforts of USAID/ASHA, The American College of Greece is continuing to maintain its cherished position as the finest […]
[…]President Public Affairs, The American College of Greece 14:38 | Welcome Remarks Dr. David G. Horner, President, The American College of Greece 14:41 | Ambassador’s Bio Deree Student 14:43 | Opening Remarks H.E. George J. Tsunis, U.S. Ambassador to the Hellenic Republic 14:46 | Deree Students discuss with the Ambassador 15:10 | Q & A Session Ambassador’s Bio George James Tsunis presented his credentials to the President of the Hellenic Republic on May 10, 2022. He was nominated by President Biden and was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on March 10, 2022. Ambassador Tsunis is the proud Greek-American son […]
[…]respective fields and made significant contributions to the Deree community.President David G. Horner presented the College Life Leadership and Deree Spirit awards. These special recognitions were bestowed upon deserving seniors who had demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities and exemplified the spirit of Deree as dedicated members of the ACG community.The overarching aim of the 2023 Student Awards Ceremony was to acknowledge, honor, and recognize students who embodied different forms of excellence. Whether it was through pushing themselves to maximize their Deree experience, leaving a lasting impact as active contributors to the ACG community, or excelling academically and creatively, all outstanding individuals […]
