The NU Blog Page

Reflections on our world plus the latest news and happenings at NationsUniversity.

April 17, 2020

The World Pandemic and Emergency Preparedness

The World Pandemic and Emergency Preparedness

With the increase of stay-at-home orders around the world to fight the COVID-19/Coronavirus world pandemic, Internet service providers and Internet resources are being overwhelmed. In addition to the technical burden imposed by increased usage, many companies are having to furlough workers or reduce their work capacity. Also, for many students, Internet access is only available…
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April 8, 2020

Regional versus National—No More!

Regional versus National—No More!

Over several years now, a debate has persisted regarding the perceived value of Regional versus National accreditation. While a case could be made for differences between the two types, such as the location of institutions, academic focus, and governance, little difference existed in quality. Unfortunately, the perceived difference in quality has resulted in years of…
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February 13, 2020

NU Announces the Alumnus of the Year 2019

NU Announces the Alumnus of the Year 2019

NationsUniversity is pleased to announce the Alumnus of the Year for 2019. Dedication and hard work exemplify NationsUniversity alumni. Completing a degree online is difficult. It becomes more complicated when the courses are in a second language, and having a good Internet connection is not readily available. The Alumnus of the Year awards the student…
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January 14, 2020

NationsUniversity Announces Dr. John Baxter as Acting Chief Executive Officer

NationsUniversity Announces Dr. John Baxter as Acting Chief Executive Officer

NEW ORLEANS, LA — As of January 1, 2020, Dr. John Baxter assumed the role of Acting Chief Executive Officer of NationsUniversity. Dr. Baxter succeeds Dr. Mac Lynn in that role and will serve through 2020. His role will concentrate on securing the financial base of the institution and contributing to a sound functioning organization.…
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December 5, 2019

Need Prayer? Have a Chair!

Need Prayer? Have a Chair!

This is a story of an unrelenting God, a chair, and a prayer. “If I had taken the plea deal, I would have served only four years in a Michigan prison. Instead, due to my ego and arrogance, I refused the deal and was convicted and sentenced to eight years.” When first sentenced, Mark was…
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November 27, 2019

Thanksgiving – 230 Years Later

Thanksgiving – 230 Years Later

Thanksgiving is one of our leading national holidays here in the USA. It has roots in the Bible and going back to the earliest settlements. Contrary to popular belief, the first Thanksgiving celebration occurred at the Jamestown Colony in 1619 and did not involve feasting, but it may likely have involved fasting. To learn more,…
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November 17, 2019

 Celebrate Twenty-Five Years! 

 Celebrate Twenty-Five Years! 

Celebrate twenty-five years with NationsU! Saturday, April 18, 2020 — You Are Invited to the 25th Anniversary “NationsU and You” Celebration, Rocketown of Middle Tennessee, 6:30 pm, with special guest, Al Robertson. Duck Commander Duck Dynasty was an American reality television series on A&E that portrayed the lives of the Robertson family, who became successful…
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October 3, 2019

Best 5 Online Grammar Checker Tools

Best 5 Online Grammar Checker Tools

Grammar checker tools are everywhere on the Internet. Which one will you need to improve your writing skills and check for common mistakes? Writing academic papers is not easy, and one of the most important aspects of writing is grammar. If you do not have someone to proofread your writing, you will need a grammar…
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September 13, 2019

Accountability: NationsU Accredited by ECFA

Accountability: NationsU Accredited by ECFA

Accountability is important to NationsUniversity. Therefor, University officials are pleased to announce the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) has accredited NationsUniversity. This is an important milestone in the University’s ability to raise funds and provide transparency to all Partners and donors. The importance is outlined in the press release and will give the public…
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July 23, 2019

Renewal of Accreditation

Renewal of Accreditation

NationsUniversity is pleased to announce the renewal of accreditation from DEAC! The Distance Education Accrediting Commission, which accredited NationsUniversity initially in 2015, has renewed the institution’s accreditation through June 2023. Accreditation renewal is a great victory for NationsUniversity. The journey is a long difficult process. Let us give thanks to God that our mission to…
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