- Walsh University
Infobox_University
name=Walsh University
motto/="Sed Deus Dat Incrementum/God Gives the Increase"
established=1958
type=Private school|Private
affiliation=Roman Catholic Church
president=Richard Jusseaume
city=North Canton|North Canton
state=Ohio|OH
country=United States|USA
undergrad=2,500
mascot=Cavalier
website= [http://www.walsh.edu/ www.walsh.edu] |Walsh University is a private not-for-profit, 4-year,
Roman Catholic university inNorth Canton ,Ohio , USA. It was founded in 1958 by theBrothers of Christian Instruction , initially as aliberal arts college . Walsh College gained "University" status in 1981 when it introduced its first graduate program. Walsh University's motto is "A Catholic University of Distinction."Walsh University is made up of nineteen buildings on a convert|140|acre|km2|sing=on campus. In 2006, there were approximately 2,500
student s attending the University. About 75% of incoming freshman reside on campus.Walsh's current President is Richard Jusseaume ('67).
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Walsh University offers the following degrees: Master of Arts in Education (M.A.Ed); Doctorate of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.); Master of Arts in Business Administration (M.B.A.); Master of Arts in Counseling and Human Development; Master of Arts in Theology; Bachelor of Arts (B.A.); Bachelor of Science (B.S.); Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S. in Ed.); Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.); Associate of Arts (A.A.); and Associate of Science in Computer Science (A.S.C.S.).
In total, Walsh University offers 50 majors, five graduate programs, and accelerated degrees for working adults. About half of the student body live on campus in one of nine residence halls. Since 2001, Walsh University enrollment has increased by 58% under the leadership of current president Richard Jusseaume. More information is available at http://www.walsh.edu
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Walsh University's colors are maroon and gold.
Walsh University used to offer only a Liberal Arts curriculum. Today the 2,500 students can choose from 50 undergraduate majors and 5 graduate degrees.
While both are Catholic educational institutions of the same name and close location, Walsh is unaffiliated with (and sometimes confused with) nearby
Walsh Jesuit High School inCuyahoga Falls .Walsh University is the owner of North Canton's Hoover Park, which was formally owned by
the Hoover Company [http://www.walsh.edu/pdf/HooverBroch05.pdf (Park Brochure)] . The park is home to the Hoover Historical Center.Walsh's nursing program has a 100% passage rate of the National Counsel of Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses for three years running.
Walsh University was the men's 2004-2005 NAIA National Basketball Champions. They are coached by Jeff Young (JY) [http://www.walsh.edu/images/uploads/img1695.jpgYoung] . Robert Whaley was named the NAIA MVP, and was later drafted by the Utah Jazz.
Walsh University is accredited by:
*The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
*National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (Baccalaureate Degree Program)
*The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy EducationExternal links
* [http://www.walsh.edu/ Walsh University home page]
* [http://www.myspace.com/walshuadmissions Walsh University My Space Page]
* [http://www.universities.com/On-Campus/Walsh_University.html Walsh on Universities.com]
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