Northcentral University Names Dean to Head School of Education
SAN DIEGO (PRWEB) June 18, 2018 -- Northcentral University (NCU), a global online graduate-focused university, is pleased to announce that Dr. Blair “Andy” Riggle has been named the Dean of its School of Education.
Riggle previously served as Assistant Dean of Faculty in the School of Education for NCU, and his areas of expertise include research methodology, statistical analysis, school improvement, educational leadership, and curriculum and teaching. During his career, he has worked in multiple K-12 education roles that include Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum, Instruction, Accountability, and School Improvement; Director of Human Resources, Facilities, and Business Affairs; Director of Assessment and Intervention; Director of Planning/Research and Testing/Evaluation; and School Psychologist. Riggle holds a PhD from the University of Dayton and a master’s degree from Wright State University.
“As Assistant Dean of Faculty in the School of Education, Dr. Andy Riggle has worked closely with School leadership to define its strategic path, while working with faculty to embrace the engagement model. Dr. Riggle’s appointment to the Dean role ensures that the School of Education will experience the continuity of leadership and strategic direction that has gained momentum in recent months,” said Dr. David Harpool, Provost of NCU.
NCU’s School of Education offers doctoral, master’s and post-graduate certificate programs for continuing education credits to help students enhance their skills in educational leadership roles as well as knowledge in their area of specialization. The School recently launched a Doctor of Philosophy in Instructional Design, Doctor of Education in Instructional Design and a Master of Science in Instructional Design degree programs.
About Northcentral University
Founded in 1996, Northcentral University is a regionally accredited, private, online and graduate-focused university serving professionals globally. With no physical residency requirements, courses are taught one-to-one by an NCU professor with a doctoral degree. NCU offers doctoral, master’s and bachelor’s degrees in business, education, and psychology, as well as doctoral and master’s degrees in marriage and family therapy, technology and health sciences. Northcentral University is regionally accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), 985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100, Alameda, CA 94501, 510.748.9001, wscuc.org. For more information, visit http://www.ncu.edu or call 866.776.0331.
Greg Pollack, Northcentral University, https://www.ncu.edu/, 480.458.2300, [email protected]
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