Herzing University selected as a 2009 Fastest Growing Firms winner

Recognized by the Business Journal in Milwaukee, Wis. as 15th fastest growth rate.

By adhering to their mission (established in 1965) to provide a relevant, quality education that meets the needs of both employers and students in the communities they serve, Herzing University’s dynamic and ever-evolving curriculums have led to continued growth – 38% since 2006 – that is fostered by the success of their students, faculty and staff. This commitment has also brought the university the distinction as one of the Fastest Growing Milwaukee - Area Firms awarded by The Business Journal Serving Greater Milwaukee.

“We are proud of the growth of our institution because it represents the number of lives we are able to positively impact,” said Herzing University President, Renee Herzing. "Our mission is to prepare students for rewarding careers, so we are excited to be helping more people bridge to a new career and life style.” In fact, 97% of available Herzing University Online campus students found work in their field of study in 2008.

In addition to their focus on providing a hands-on, career-focused education, Herzing University is also known for their convenient classes and caring student services. Nestor Coris, a current Herzing student, stated, “Since the beginning of my enrollment, the Herzing staff has treated me with pure kindness to the fullest extent. Their dedication to their students is just a testament of their strong values.” Coris continued, “[At Herzing] you are not only enrolling in a college but you immediately become part of something that is so special…you become part of the Herzing family.”

The university was featured along with other winners in The Business Journal’s Fastest Growing Firms special section included in the October 30, 2009 edition and recognized at an awards luncheon at the Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee.

About Herzing University Online

Founded in 1965, Herzing has campuses located throughout the U.S. and Canada. The ten U.S. campuses and the Online campus are regionally accredited and offer diploma, associate degree, and bachelor’s degree programs in the fields of technology, business, health care, design and public safety, in addition to online MBA and Master’s in Nursing degrees offered by the Online campus, which is headquartered with the administrative offices in Milwaukee, Wis. Herzing University is accredited byThe Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org.

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