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Herzing University – Toledo First to Offer SAP Software Solution in Business Courses

High-tech business management solutions help companies function efficiently, and Herzing University – Toledo can now be an important part of the ramp-up process. The Toledo location is proud to be the first SAP University Alliance Institution in Lucas County.

SAP is an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system popular with organizations for managing the functions of accounting, human resource, facility planning and more. Through the SAP University Alliance, students will learn to use SAP, along with other software applications, to gain skills that often increase marketability in the business world.

“SAP software solutions are used by many major corporations here in Toledo and across the world” said Greg Guzmán, campus president. “SAP education has now been integrated into our business curriculum. Students learn about SAP and graduate with skills employers want.”

Herzing University – Toledo students who complete 30 percent of their core coursework receive a SAP Student Recognition award, a nice addition to any portfolio.

“We are always on the lookout for ways to help our students stand out,” Guzmán said. “Offering the opportunity to learn this relevant business suite tool makes good sense.”

Herzing University Launches Innovative Dual Enrollment Program Enabling Students to Earn Bachelor’s and MBA in Less Than Four Years

 

(April 12, 2012) – Herzing University announced today that it is offering a new Dual Enrollment program that will allow students to take courses that apply to both their Bachelor of Science degree and their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree concurrently, earning both degrees in less than four years.  The program allows students in their senior year to save time and money by exchanging four business or open elective courses for four MBA courses that count toward both degrees.

 

“Students can now advance their careers and reach their education goals faster,” said Renée Herzing, president of Herzing University.  “Our new Dual Enrollment program is the latest innovation in our long history of helping students to access higher education in ways that make sense for their lifestyles and their career aspirations.”

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Heroes in the Sky and on the Screen

February 15, 2012 — In honor of Black History month, Herzing University – Toledo, in cooperation with Rave Cinemas, hosted about 100 top students from Toledo’s Scott High School and Herzing University for a viewing of “Red Tails,” the story of the Tuskegee Airmen, an inspiring group of soldiers who served their country during World War II. The event was held at 10am, Saturday, February 11, 2012 at the Rave Cinema, Westfield Franklin Park Mall, 5001 Monroe Street, Toledo, OH 43623.

“What a proud day for us to gather with students, staff and faculty from Scott High School and Herzing University to celebrate Black History Month,” said Greg Guzman, Herzing University – Toledo campus president.

Several events will be held on the Toledo campus in the next few days. Check back here and on Facebook for updates on activities.

The Doctor is in: Herzing Students Rally with Actor Bill Cosby

March 18, 2011 – More than 700 people attended a gala fundraising event with guest and legendary comedian/actor Dr. Bill Cosby, at an event sponsored by the Toledo Urban League and Herzing University – Toledo, at Parkway Place in Maumee, Ohio. Herzing University students directed traffic, worked set-up and break-down, and contributed to security operations for Dr. Cosby at a rally held the next day at Smith Park which attracted more than 2,000 community members. The focus of the events was to raise community awareness for taking responsibility for children, schools, families and neighborhoods.

“Our students were the volunteer leaders,” said Greg Guzmán, campus president. “We are proud of how they represented Herzing University and our community.”

Ohio state representative Michael Ashford commended Herzing students for their volunteer participation and civic awareness during a visit to campus a few days after the event.

More than $85,000 was raised to support efforts of the Toledo Urban League.

Toledo City Council Member Visits Campus and Gets a Glimpse of the Future

When council member Mike Craig visited Herzing University’s Toledo campus on Monday, December 12, 2011, he was able to see first-hand how students are being prepared for the workforce.

Toledo’s campus is an official SAP University Alliance Institution, a facility that provides specific business software. Headquartered in Walldorf, Germany, SAP is the “market leader in enterprise application software.”

SAP stands for “Systems, Applications, and Products in Data Processing.” According to the website, “SAP empowers people and organizations to work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively to stay ahead of the competition. We do this by extending the availability of software across on-premise installations, on-demand deployments, and mobile devices.”

“Exposure to the SAP software presents great opportunity for future success in Toledo,” Craig said.

Just the Ticket: Herzing Students Wow Potential Employers at Job Fair

On Friday, December 2, 2011, over 40 students took part in a campus job fair training event called 911 Emergency Job Fair. According to the event organizer Business Program Chair, Angela River, “The urgency of the event was to promote student awareness of necessary interviewing skills now.”

Students who attended met with over a dozen employment service experts to critique their interviewing skill set. Various stations throughout campus offered mock-interviews, resume critiques, and online employment database registration assistance.

According to Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Management Analyst Supervisor, Tim Schneider, “The students were very impressive.” The students who were the most impressive earned the right to a golden ticket. The golden ticket allowed students to come back the following week and actually interview with several hiring employers on campus.

Nearly 20 students then returned to campus on Friday, December 9 and used their golden ticket to meet with employers from the health, business, and technology fields. “The interviews went really well and, even more so, were excellent preparation and training” according to medical billing and insurance coding student Melissa Buzza. Herzing Toledo Career Development Specialist, Amy Wexler, said several of the students have already been contacted for second interviews.

Herzing University Offers College Credit for Prior Experience from Work, Military Training, Volunteering and Self-Study via Partnership with LearningCounts.org

Herzing University has always worked hard to consistently evaluate student transfer credit for courses taken at other higher education institutions, and now they're opening the door to even more students by partnering with LearningCounts.org to assist students in earning credit for prior life experience.  The partnership will enable potential students to demonstrate their college-level proficiency in various topics by developing a portfolio, taking a test or validating prior training that they have received through work and military experience, as well as volunteer work and self-study efforts. Read full release.

Toledo College President Aims to Give Back to the Community

He talks the talk because he has walked the walk. The first and only Latino university president in the city of Toledo, Greg Guzmán used education to change his life. Guzmán, president of Herzing University-Toledo, appeared on cable network television show Voces Latinas TV Magazine in a segment that aired Thursday, Oct. 26 and Sunday, Oct. 30.

Guzmán talked with host Tony Rios during the Northwest Ohio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's sixth annual Business Expo & Job Fair, held at the University of Toledo student union.

“Growing up I never realized how poor we were until I went off to college,” Guzmán said. “It was then I realized the opportunity in front of me, as well as the obstacles. I could handle the work but paying for college was another story. Luckily, the federal student aid programs provided me with a chance. It is a true honor to be providing students with the same chance I had, in an environment built to help them succeed.”

More than two dozen Herzing students attended the event, hoping to meet with potential employers. They learned how to use state-provided job search services and discovered what areas in the market are hiring.

Guzmán and other Herzing faculty were there to offer support.

“We want Toledo residents to know that we are their community school,” Guzmán told Rios. “We offer diplomas, associate and bachelor’s degrees in many areas of interest. In fact, we are proud to be one of only two baccalaureate granting institutions in Toledo.”

Click here to view the interview.

Business Leaders Inspire Students by Holding Conference on Campus

More than 50 members of The National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Club (NANBPWC) attended their annual Maumee Bay Club conference held at the Toledo Campus on October 1, 2011.

Founded in 1935, the NANBPWC emerged as a national non-profit organization to promote and protect the interests of women business owners and professionals. The NANBPWC, incorporated through its national leadership, regional districts and local clubs, encourages youth and young adults to achieve economic independence by joining the rising tide of young people in business today.

Gwendolyn J. Wilson-Banks, President of the Maumee Bay Club, thanked Herzing University – Toledo campus staff for their continued support of the community and commitment to helping young adults achieve economic independence.

“While it is the responsibility of each individual to make the most of his or her life, it is the responsibility of the larger community to provide the conditions that encourage success, a healthy, stable environment and opportunities for educational and economic achievement,” Wilson-Banks said.

Toledo campus president Greg Guzmán said the group’s mission inspires students.

“We are delighted to have the NANBPWC group utilize meeting space here,” Guzmán said. “This group sets a fine example for female students to remain focused in their quest for higher education and continue the NANBPWC’s efforts to be role models for future generations.”

Toledo’s Youngest College President Featured in Largest Latino/Hispanic Newspaper

Read about campus president Greg Guzmán in La Prensa, Ohio and Michigan’s “oldest and largest Latino/Hispanic” newspaper. The story describing Guzmán’s rise to the top was published October 14, 2011. Read the article..

Graduation is this Sunday!

Carleton S. Finkbeiner, Toledo’s former mayor, will give the keynote address to the Herzing University graduating class of 2011 at 3pm on Sunday, October 9, 2011 at the Maumee Indoor Theater, 601 Conant Street, Toledo.

Finkbeiner was the city’s longest serving mayor (twelve years) and before that served two years as vice mayor and ten years as a Toledo city councilman.

"We are proud to have Mr. Finkbeiner as our keynote speaker," said Toledo campus president Greg Guzman. "It was under Mr. Finkbeiner’s direction that a relationship was forged to provide the residents of Toledo with a community university focused on educating residents and providing businesses with a nimble and career-focused educational environment."   Congratulations Class of 2011!

Herzing University – Toledo Offers Free College Preparation Course to Help Potential Students Gain Skills to Succeed

Program Offered Nationwide by Herzing University to Help Connect People with Careers, as Unemployment Remains High, but Skills Shortages Emerge for Employers

TOLEDO (October 5, 2011) – Herzing University – Toledo announced today that it is offering a new, free College Preparation Course for individuals who have thought about continuing their education but aren’t quite sure they’re ready. The program is part of a nationwide initiative by Herzing University to lend a hand to individuals who need additional education and training to improve their career potential, but are reluctant to make the commitment due to fears about everything from study skills to work-life balance.

“We hear from so many potential students who really want to pursue additional education to help them move up to better jobs and careers, but they really need the support and confidence to proceed and make that investment in themselves,” said Renée Herzing, president of Herzing University. “We’re making this investment of free classes for students nationwide across all 12 locations as well as Herzing University Online, in an effort to help both individuals and employers to succeed, with skills and education that are aligned with today’s workforce.”

Although the unemployment rate in the Toledo area remains high, employers are concerned about the inability to find skilled employees to fill jobs in many of the high-growth career areas where Herzing University – Toledo focuses its curriculum. The flexibility offered by Herzing University – Toledo to take courses on campus, online or a combination of both, is an important factor for working adults, particularly those with young families.

“This free college preparation course is designed to help everyone from high school students who want to see if small class sizes and one-on-one attention will help them be successful in college, to working parents who are concerned about whether they can succeed in juggling the demands of work, school and family,” said Greg Guzmán, campus president of Herzing University – Toledo. “We’re giving them the opportunity to see what it’s like to learn on campus or online, and find a program that fits their interests and lifestyle.”

The free College Preparation Course is offered as an eight-week program on-campus for individuals who prefer classroom instruction. For those who prefer the flexibility of online classes, the College Preparation Course is also offered as a four-week online class.

Limited space is available for the next class, which begins on October 31. Potential students can find more information and register for one of the free courses at www.herzing.edu/freeclass or by calling 1-800-596-0724.

About Herzing University − Toledo

Serving the local community since 2009, Herzing University – Toledo boasts state-of-the-industry classrooms and labs to provide a real-world, hands-on learning environment, consistent with its “career-focused, convenient, and caring” educational mission. Its 17,000-square-foot facility is specifically designed to prepare students for dynamic careers in the fields of technology, business, healthcare, design, and public safety. Students have the convenient option to take courses toward their bachelor’s or associate degree or diploma either on-campus or online through Herzing University –Toledo and graduate degrees are available through Herzing University Online. Information about Herzing University – Toledo is available at www.herzing.edu/toledo.

About Herzing University

Herzing University encompasses 12 physical locations in eight states, three continuing education divisions in three states, plus Herzing University Online. Founded in Milwaukee, Wis. in 1965, today the University offers career-focused, convenient, and caring education for master’s, bachelor’s, and associate degrees and diplomas in the fields of technology, business, healthcare, design, and public safety. Herzing University provides education to approximately 8,500 students per year. Herzing University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association; www.ncahlc.org or (800) 621-7440. More information about Herzing University is available at: www.herzing.edu.

New Career Breathes Breath of Fresh Air to Former Auto-Industry Welder

Student Chris Welliver spent many years in the automotive industry as a welder.

He worked temporary jobs, and while the jobs were rewarding, they brought with them a danger that has turned out to be a permanent part of every breath this 31-year-old man takes.

Sidelined on and off by unusual exhaustion for more than three years, Welliver underwent many tests. Eventually his overall lack of stamina was diagnosed -- heat-induced asthma due to lung poisoning.

But this former soldier didn’t let the health issue stall his engine. He simply shifted gears.

In the spring of 2010, Welliver was admitted to Herzing University - Toledo for workforce retraining in the field of medical assisting. “I chose to return to school and Herzing University was the right fit,” Welliver said. “The classes are small and the teachers are very helpful.”

Today, the former welder has forged a new career path.

Even though he spent a great deal of time as a frustrated patient, Welliver’s goals involved spending more time in the healthcare realm -- but this time, from the other side of the stethoscope, helping others. “I’m looking for a career with stability,” he said, “and I’m leaning towards becoming a nurse.”

Welliver hopes to complete his associate degree in December, which will enable him to “get his foot in the door” in the healthcare field. In the meantime, he is living life and doing what he can to generate interest for the university he loves. Recently this involved throwing caution to the wind, or at least driving like it.

In his spare time Welliver races demolition derby cars.

He asked Toledo campus president Greg Guzman if Herzing University would sponsor his car in an upcoming fair. “It was a way to give the school some advertising,” Welliver said.

“It was truly one of the strangest sponsorship requests,” Guzman said. “Needless to say we had to do it.” Welliver’s “Herzing Blood Mobile” blasted the competition.

Herzing University Earns Military Friendly Status for Serving Veteran Students

G.I. Jobs, the premier magazine for military personnel transitioning into civilian life, has awarded Herzing University the designation of Military Friendly School for the third straight year. The 2012 Military Friendly Schools list honors the top 20 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools that are doing the most to embrace America’s military service members and veterans as students.

“We are very committed to serving those who serve our country, and are gratified to be recognized among the top colleges and universities in the country for active military and veterans,” said Renee Herzing, president, Herzing University. “Our founder and our chief academic officer are both proud veterans with specialized experience who have helped us to create a welcoming environment that supports the unique needs of military personnel and their families.”

A full story and detailed list of Military Friendly Schools® will be highlighted in the G.I. Jobs annual Guide to Military Friendly Schools and on a poster, both of which will be distributed to hundreds of thousands of active and former military personnel in early October. The newly redesigned website, found at www.militaryfriendlyschools.com, features the list, interactive tools and search functionality to assist military veterans with their school decisions. Read the full press release.

Education Drives Recovery, State Representative Tells Herzing Students

Toledo, Ohio – August 25, 2011

Toledo – Ohio State Representative Teresa Fedor (D) watched students draw blood and perform an EKG and other health screening procedures when she toured campus on Thursday, August 25, 2011. Invited by Herzing University – Toledo’s Student Government Association, (SGA), Fedor dropped in to talk about the role of non-traditional students and higher education in the state’s economic recovery.

“Ohio’s economy was built on an educated workforce,” Fedor said. “[Workforce] is still the number one reason that a company uses to decide whether to move to or stay in Ohio. Herzing University is an important component in that system. They are helping keep our young people educated and employable.”

Fedor oversees Ohio’s 47th district, which includes the campus. Members of Herzing’s SGA group presented Fedor with a plaque in thanks for her continued support of career colleges.

“It was a pleasure seeing students engaged in education and their community,” Fedor said.

In the photo, left to right: Student Government Association Advisor Julie Brenizer, SGA Senator James FlagerdeBenavente, SGA Secretary Shamika Jenkins, State Representative Teresa Fedor, SGA President Gwen Mitchell, SGA Vice President Michelle Edwards

Herzing Donates Backpacks to Adelante

Toledo, Ohio – August 15, 2011

On August 15, 2011, Toledo campus staff and students participated with Adelante, a Latino Outreach Center, to provide school-supply-filled backpacks for low-income students.

“Supplies are key to helping students start the year off on the right foot,” said campus president Greg Guzmán.

Career with Uncle Sam? Federal Recruiters Emphasize
Value of Higher Ed

Recruiters from several federal agencies came to campus from 6 to 8 pm Monday, June 6 to underscore the importance of a degree in criminal justice when applying for certain federal jobs. Representatives from the Federal Bureau of Investigations, the Secret Service, State Highway Patrol, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and several law enforcement sectors answered questions and talked with the approximately 60 students in attendance.

“A student’s education will greatly improve their chances at being considered for a federal position,” said Robert Allshouse, OPEER investigator with the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

“The simple fact that someone has earned an education gives an employer the notion that the student has the ability to commit, focus, strive and learn. Almost 99 percent of the executives within the government or private sector will have been educated.”

Recruiters repeatedly expressed how impressed they were with the Herzing University – Toledo students.

“These students displayed a confident and energetic personality,” Allshouse said. “They acted and dressed professionally, maintained eye contact, were focused on the conversation, asked important questions, displayed leadership and knowledge and were very appreciative. I hope to soon see them in the workplace!”

Campus President Serves up Seafood for Scholarships

Toledo, Ohio – (6/8/2011)

Herzing University-Toledo helped to raise over $10,000 to support scholarships for Toledo area high school students. Arranged by the Toledo Partners in Education group, a non-profit educational organization in Toledo, a Celebrity Wait was held at the Real Seafood Company in downtown Toledo in March to raise funds for the Mark Rasmus Last Dollar Scholarship Fund.

Along with other local celebrities, Herzing University-Toledo Campus President Greg Guzmán “waited” on 200 local legislators, business leaders, and civic officials to support the cause. Guzmán has been a celebrity waiter for the past two years.

“The event brings together local civic leaders to raise money to support our local drive for a more educated citizenry,” Guzmán said.

In addition to the college president waiting tables, Herzing University Toledo donated a Herzing Wear gift basket and two tickets to see the musical, Grease, for the silent auction portion of the evening. Other Herzing representatives included: Surgical Technology Chair Denice Giovanoli, Graphic Design Chair Julie Jackson, Director of Career Development Traci Gelia, and Enterprise Learning staff members Linda Chaney and Jody Lindquist.

“The Celebrity Wait is always fun; you never know what to expect,” Guzmán said. “And, you may not know by looking at it, but tartar sauce is heavier than it looks!”

Military-Friendly Herzing University Welcomes Recruiters
for Training Session

Toledo, Ohio – May 25, 2011 - They arrived on campus dressed in the familiar green military camouflage and black berets, more than 30 United States Army recruiters from the greater Toledo metropolitan area on Friday, May 20, 2011. The men and women attended a day-long training on the importance of promoting higher education among the ranks.

Herzing University offers veterans and active members of the military and their families, tuition scholarships and other benefits.

“Herzing University is proud to be a military-friendly institution” said Greg Guzman, campus president.

“We take great pride in partnering with active duty members, veterans and families to help make their educational experience convenient, caring and career-focused.”

The group posed for photos before heading home at the end of the day. “We are very grateful for the opportunity to bring our members together for this training,” said Captain Justin Blades.

“The staff and students made us feel right at home.”

Doing His Political Homework - State Rep Visits Campus Before Casting Vote

Toledo, Ohio – April, 2011 - State Representative Michael Ashford (D) visited Herzing University – Toledo campus just one week before voting in favor of a bill that would establish a Career Training Development Grant program designed to allocate a portion of casino licensing fees to assist needy students in career colleges. Students pursuing bachelor’s or associate degrees in business administration, management, finance, information technology, healthcare or hospitality would be most affected. Rep. Ashford met with students and administration. He received a close up look at the positive learning environment at Herzing University.

As of May 18, 2011, State House Bill 168 is currently being heard in the House Economic & Small Business Development Committee. Click here to view the bill.

Check back here for updates. Representative Ashford visits with students at Herzing University – Toledo Campus one week before voting in favor of a bill that would positively impact students at Career Colleges. The Toledo campus is located in Rep. Ashford’s district.

Herzing University President Visits
with Miss Ohio

Toledo, Ohio – On March 7, 2011 Herzing University - Toledo President, Greg Guzman, had the opportunity to meet with Miss Ohio 2010, Becky Minger, and discuss the importance of higher education in Northwest Ohio and the role of the Herzing University-Toledo Campus in Toledo’s economy. As a resident of Northwest Ohio, Miss Minger grew up a shy student with a learning disability which left her feeling separated from peers. Her platform, “Discovering You, Empowering You: A Movement for Youth Development,” has grown and evolved into a holistic approach to childhood development.

Black History Month Celebration and Student Soul Food Cook-Off

Herzing University - Toledo celebrated Black History month with a theatrical re-enactment of "Comin' for to Carry Me Home" by Dr. Imelda Hunt and the New Works Writers Series. The re-enactment was based on interviews, 1936 - 1938, from the Federal Writers Project of former enslaved Africans on the plantations of the South and in Northern American households. Historians such as Lawrence Levine has said of narratives that "the representations of speech in the narratives are a pervasive and forceful reminder that these documents are not only a record of a time that was already history when they were created: they are themselves irreducibly historical, the products of a particular time and particular places in the long and troubled mediation of African-American culture by other Americans."

Students concluded the re-enactment with a celebration of soul food and time-relevant cooking on February 24, 2011, sponsored by Herzing University and the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) student organization.

                    

Student Soul Food Cook-Off

Thursday, February 24, 2011
Cook-off: 12pm - 1pm
Black History Program: 1pm - 2pm

Join Herzing University and the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) in a celebration of Black History Month by joining our first Student Soul Food Cook-Off. A Reader's Theatre of "Comin' For to Carry Me Home," adapted by Dr. Imelda Hunt, will be presented by New Works Writers Series.

Win prizes for your best soul food dish! Prizes awarded for the top three dishes.

Sign-up sheet available at the front desk. For more information contact Ms. Brown at (419) 776-0300 x123, or abrown@tol.herzing.edu.

Toledo Hosts First Graduation Ceremony featuring
Toledo Mayor Mike Bell as the Keynote Speaker

Friday, January 7 – 5:00 p.m.

Herzing University – Toledo, which opened its doors in 2009, will host its first graduation ceremony on Friday, January 7 at 5:00 p.m. at The Pinnacle, 1772 Indian Wood Circle in Maumee, Ohio. Thirty students will comprise the first graduating class, with students earning diplomas and Associate Degrees ranging from a Diploma in Cisco Networking to an Associate Degree in Surgical Technology.

Toledo Mayor Mike Bell will be the keynote speaker for the event. Two students will also be featured speakers at the event: Tyree Allen and Elizabeth Gibson, who are both receiving Associate Degrees in Surgical Technology, a field in which employment is expected to grow 25 percent in the next decade, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. A “student of the year” award will also be announced during the ceremony.

“This is an exciting milestone for Herzing University – Toledo as we see our first class of graduates moving out of the classroom and into their new careers,” said Gregory Guzmán, campus president of Herzing University – Toledo. “We are thrilled to have the mayor taking part in this special occasion for our students.”