New Embanet-Abilene Christian University Partnership Brings More Choice to Online Education

Embanet ULC is pleased to announce a new partnership with Abilene Christian University (ACU) to expand Abilene’s online educational offering with the launch of 16 new programs.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada (PRWEB) January 2, 2008 -- Embanet ULC (www.embanet.com) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Abilene Christian University (www.onlineacu.com) (ACU) to expand Abilene’s online educational offering with the launch of 16 new programs.

Under the terms of the agreement, Toronto, Canada-based Embanet, a global leader in online education, will launch and manage all of the new programs on an ongoing basis, and will also manage ACU’s entire line-up of existing online programs.

“The scope of this partnership is unprecedented, and is a reflection of Abilene’s trust in Embanet’s proven ability to deliver the highest quality of e-learning available today in the higher education market,” said Rick Ness, President, Embanet ULC. “I believe that our open approach to sharing all the information ACU needed to make an informed decision was crucial to helping them choose Embanet as their partner. We are especially proud that ACU is entrusting us to support their existing successful programs.”

The decision to partner with Embanet was made after an extensive due diligence process.

“It was very important to us that we choose the right partner to work with. I have every belief that our relationship with Embanet will bring ACU even greater success than we have already enjoyed,” says Dr. Carol Williams, associate provost for distance education at Abilene Christian University.

The new programs will include a range graduate and undergraduate degrees in the faculties of Applied Studies, Education and Arts and Sciences.

About Embanet ULC

A leading provider of online learning solutions for more than a decade, Embanet partners with some of the top schools in the U.S., including Northeastern University, The George Washington University and Boston University.

Embanet works with partner schools to help them develop and expand their online degree programs and provides superior support services that result in industry-leading graduation rates. Embanet’s fully hosted e-learning solutions include a tier 1 data center, 24/7/365 support, course development, implementation services, system integration and faculty recruitment and training. For more information on Embanet, please visit www.embanet.com.

About Abilene Christian University

Abilene Christian University’s mission is to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world. Founded in 1906 in Abilene, Texas, and affiliated with the Churches of Christ, ACU currently offers 62 baccalaureate majors, 27 master’s degree programs and one doctoral program. With the Embanet partnership, an additional 16 online programs will be offered to students around the world.

ACU seeks to create a friendly and inclusive environment for students from a variety of religious, ethnic, social, cultural and geographical backgrounds. For more information on Abilene Christian University Online Programs, please visit www.onlineacu.com.

Investor Relations Contact:

Rick Ness

Chief Executive Officer

416-494-6622 Ext. 2259

rick.ness @ embanet.com

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Bart Levitt

S.VP of Sales and Marketing

416-494-6622 Ext. 3519

blevitt @ embanet.com

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