Bellevue University

Infobox University|name = Bellevue University


motto = "Real" Learning for "Real" Life
established = 1966
endowment = $28.07 Million USD
type = Private
president = John B. Muller
city = Bellevue
state = Nebraska
country = USflagicon|USA|campus = Suburban
students = 7,432http://www.bellevue.edu/about/]
undergrad = 5,524
postgrad = 1,908
faculty =
colors = Royal Purple & Gold color box|#6B3FA0 color box|#FFD700
nickname = Bruins
website = [http://www.bellevue.edu Bellevue University]
logo =

Bellevue University, founded in 1966, is a not-for-profit institution situated in Bellevue, Nebraska, founded in 1966.

History

When Bill Brooks met with his fellow members of the Bellevue, Nebraska, Chamber of Commerce in June 1965, the No. 1 agenda item was discussion of creating a new college in Bellevue. The time and place were perfect, he reasoned, as Bellevue was a growing city, home to Offutt Air Force Base as well as a large contingent of potential college-age students. This became a practical idea because it was not always an option for many of these young adults to travel north to the University of Omaha. [http://www.bellevue.edu/cs/Satellite/bu/bu/1170873700365 Bellevue University ] ]

Bellevue College opened its door in 1966 with just three full-time faculty and four staff members. All classes were held in the administration building, which the college bought from International Telephone and Telegraphy. From the beginning, the college sought to accommodate adult students, offering evening classes in three, 12-week sessions throughout the year. During the first year 355 students attended these evening classes; 54 students took daytime classes. That first year, students at Bellevue College paid $17 per credit hour. Dr. Sam Sollenberger was named the first president of Bellevue College. Dr. Sollenberger came to Bellevue College from the University of Omaha, where he was the assistant dean of the College of Adult Education. The school held its first commence ceremony on Jul 29, 1967, on land near Fontenelle Forest that overlooked the Missouri River. A flatbed trailer serves as the stage, and 400 guests looked on as the first 37 degrees were conferred.

In 1968, Bellevue College saw opportunities for growth and the need for a change in leadership. Richard Winchell, a history professor who had recently joined the college as a full-time faculty member stepped up as the school's second president. His first goals for Bellevue College were to increase student enrollment, degrees offered and donations to help grow the school. In 1974 it became the fourth largest private university in the state of Nebraska. Between 1969 and 1974, the college built a gymnasium, a student center, and a library. Students and employees borrowed shopping carts from the supermarket across the street to move some 30,000 books form the old library inside the administration building, into the new facility. [http://cdl.bellevue.edu/Bellevue40th/Bellevue40th.html Bellevue University - 40th Anniversary ] ]

In 1977, Bellevue College reached a major milestone: The school, just over 10 years old, earned full accreditation from the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. Bellevue College earned this distinction faster than any college in Nebraska history.

Throughout the 1980s the school saw continued expansion. The college built the humanities building, expanded the library, and finished construction of what was thought of at the time as the crown jewel of the campus; The 1.3 million dollar student center. Enrollment also grew, with nearly 3,000 students attending Bellevue College in 1983. By the mid-1980s, higher education had changed in the Omaha metro area. Metro Tech Community College continued to cater heavily to adult students, but now other schools followed that trend as well. The University of Nebraska-Omaha, Creighton University, and the College of Saint Mary all expanded their class offerings in an effort to attract working adults back to school. Into this uncertain time came the college's third president, Dr John Muller. Dr. Muller took over as president in 1985 after the resignation of Richard Winchell. Dr. Muller quickly realized that Bellevue College could not continue with business as usual. On May 20 1987, the College Board of Directors met to discuss the possibility of closing the school. Dr. Muller convinced the board that Bellevue College was worth saving, and he refocused the school on degree completions, service to students and an entrepreneurial spirit that continues to drive the school to this day. In 1987, the college offered its first accelerated bachelor's degree program, and in 1990 it offered its first master's degree program. With these accomplishments by Dr. Muller the school continued to grow and in 1994 Bellevue College became Bellevue University. This change was seen as an important sign as increasing prestige and credibility.

in 1998, the University opened the Lozer Professional Center in west Omaha. A year later, the Riley Technology Center was constructed on the main campus. In 2001, the University opened the Lakeside Center. Between 2002 and 2004, the University embarked on the "Invest in Success" campaign. As part of this bold initiative, the school renovated the library, the humanities center, the athletic center, and the student center. Then in 2006, Bellevue University made the most drastic important to its campus in 40 years. The 72,000 square foot Educational Services building. The facility hosts classroom, offices, and faculty space. In forty years there has been many changes and the school now has over 7,000 students in numerous undergraduate and graduate programs.

Mission

The mission of Bellevue University is [http://www.bellevue.edu/cs/Satellite/bu/bu/1172638670270 Bellevue University ] ] :

The vision of Bellevue University:

Accreditation

The University is regionally accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA). Business degrees at Bellevue University are also accredited by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education [http://www.iacbe.org (IACBE)] and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business [http://www.aacsb.edu (AACSB)] .

Presidents

Dr. John Muller is the third president of Bellevue University. The president is the chief executive officer of the college and is responsible for the success of the college's mission in providing superior academic programs and research.

Campus

outh Omaha Outreach Program

The South Omaha Outreach Program is a program created by Bellevue University that is centered around enrolling, retaining, and educationg residents of South Omaha and Bellevue. The two towns are in the Eastern part of Nebraska. Both South Omaha and Bellevue are a culturally and economically diverse section of the greater Omaha area includes many Latino and low-income families. Bellevue University's main campus is located just a few miles from South Omaha, providing a small-school atmosphere close to home, work, and family.

High School Outreach

In 2007, Bellevue University launched its own high school outreach program. It is primarily aimed at high schoolers throughout the midwest. It gives students an opportunity to begin school immediately after high school and obtain a bachelor's degree within 3 years. Students take part in 'enhanced' courses that combine in-class and online learning.

Majors

Undergraduate

*Accounting
*Art History
*Art Management
*Art - Studio
*Biology
*Business Administration
*Business Information Systems
*Communication Arts
*Computer Graphic Design
*Computer Information Systems
*Corrections Administration & Management
*Criminal Justice Administration
*Environmental Science
*History
*Human Services
*Human & Social Services Administration
*Internet Systems Software Technology
*Investigations
*Liberal Studies
*Management Information Systems
*Management of Human Resources
*Marketing Management
*Physical Education
*Professional Communication
*Psychology
*Security Management
*Sociology
*Sports Management
*Strengths-based Management

Graduate

* [http://www.bellevue.edu/cs/ContentServer?c=buDegree&pagename=bu%2FbuLayout&p=1170772032738&cid=1178048809526 Master of Arts in Instructional Technology]
* [http://www.bellevue.edu/cs/ContentServer?c=buDegree&pagename=bu%2FbuLayout&p=1170772032738&cid=1177033757197 Master of Arts in Leadership]
* [http://www.bellevue.edu/cs/ContentServer?c=buDegree&pagename=bu%2FbuLayout&p=1170772032738&cid=1177033757197 Master of Arts in Management]
* [http://www.bellevue.edu/cs/ContentServer?c=buDegree&pagename=bu%2FbuLayout&p=1170772032738&cid=1177033757263 Master of Business Administration] (MBA)
* [http://www.bellevue.edu/cs/ContentServer?c=buDegree&pagename=bu%2FbuLayout&p=1170772032738&cid=1177033758774 Master of Healthcare Administration]
* [http://www.bellevue.edu/cs/ContentServer?c=buDegree&pagename=bu%2FbuLayout&p=1170772032738&cid=1178048780008 Master of Public Administration]
* [http://www.bellevue.edu/cs/ContentServer?c=buDegree&pagename=bu%2FbuLayout&p=1170772032738&cid=1178048794693 Master of Science in Acquisition and Contract Management]
* [http://www.bellevue.edu/cs/ContentServer?c=buDegree&pagename=bu%2FbuLayout&p=1170772032738&cid=1170772032682 Master of Science in Computer Information Systems]
* [http://www.bellevue.edu/cs/Satellite?c=buDegree&cid=1178048798313&p=1170772032738&pagename=bu%2FbuLayout Master of Science in Human Capital Management]
* [http://www.bellevue.edu/cs/ContentServer?c=buDegree&pagename=bu%2FbuLayout&p=1170772032738&cid=1177033758852 Master of Science in Human Services]
* [http://www.bellevue.edu/cs/ContentServer?c=buDegree&pagename=bu%2FbuLayout&p=1170772032738&cid=1177033758321 Master of Science in Management of Information Systems]
* [http://www.bellevue.edu/cs/ContentServer?c=buDegree&pagename=bu%2FbuLayout&p=1170772032738&cid=1177033759715 Master of Science in Organizational Performance]
* [http://www.bellevue.edu/cs/ContentServer?c=buDegree&pagename=bu%2FbuLayout&p=1170772032738&cid=1177033759858 Master of Science in Security Management]

Athletics

Bellevue University's athletic teams are known as the Bruins. They compete in the Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference of the NAIA. They compete in three men's sports and three women's sports. Men compete in baseball, basketball, and soccer. Women compete in soccer, softball and volleyball.

In 1995, Bellevue University won the NAIA Baseball World Series.

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