California Miramar University Certified to Deliver TOEFL Testing

California Miramar University received its Certification from Educational Training Services (ETS), to be an official TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) national testing site.

ETS has given CMU a year long testing schedule where students can come to our testing center in San Diego and complete testing their English Language Skills under the supervision of CMU testing personnel.

CMU plans to add an English as a Second Language (ESL) program in the future, and the TOFEL testing Certification helps to bring awareness to CMU in the area of the teaching and testing of English Language skills.

California Miramar University 2007 Graduation

Graduation Ceremonies for the 2007 gradating class of California Miramar University were held in the Randle Ballroom and Foyer in the East Tower of the Manchester Grand Hyatt Hotel, 1 Marketplace, on beautiful San Diego Bay.

The Commencement Speaker was Dr. Patricia Hsieh, President of San Diego Miramar College. CMU President, Dr. Dominic Mwenja also delivered an inspirational speech to the 2007 graduates.

The graduating class included a truly International collection of students from the United States, Switzerland, Turkey, Taiwan and Vietnam.

The Commencement was followed by a lavish sit down dinner and picture taking session.

As part of the two day ceremonies the students attended tours of Hewlett Packard’s national headquarters and a site-seeing tour of San Diego including a tour of the World War II Aircraft Carrier Midway.

CAPPS Annual Conference

California Miramar University attended the California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools (CAPPS) 23^rd Annual Conference October 16-18, 2007 at the at the Hyatt Regency - La Jolla in beautiful La Jolla district of San Diego.

The three day event allowed owners, directors and top management from California’s proprietary sector to gather and discuss those issues unique to California. With approximately 300 attendees, representing independently owned California schools, the CAPPS Annual Conference was a great opportunity to meet decision-makers from the largest proprietary sector in the country.

CAPPS is the oldest and largest association of private postsecondary schools in California with over 300 School and Allied Members who provide valuable vocational and professional training, products and services to Californians.

CAPPS works directly with the Governor's Office, the State Legislature, the Bureau of Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education and the other regulatory entities. CAPPS has solid working relationships with the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC), EdFund, California Postsecondary Education Commission (CPEC), and accrediting commissions.

CAPPS provides professional and continuing education for school administrators, admissions representatives, and educators. CAPPS administers a scholarship program in conjunction with member schools enabling more students to attend private postsecondary schools in California. -- http://cappsonline.org

California Miramar University is an active member of CAPPS, participating in professional continuing education opportunities and staying abreast of news and information of importance to its’ students and alumni. Visit the CAPPS website to see a list of all members.

California Miramar University Joins San Diego North Chamber of Commerce

California Miramar University’s location is at the crossroads of this bustling economy. Working professionals who live or work in the San Diego North community find CMU’s location convenient and accessible. As an active member of the Chamber, CMU was proud to have the Chamber Ambassadors conduct the ribbon cutting ceremony at CMU’s August 2007 Open House.

The San Diego North Chamber of Commerce’s mission is to be the leading business advocate for the region, dedicated to strengthening the economic environment by enhancing business growth and prosperity. San Diego North's diversity, alluring weather and the abundance of things to see and do makes it a preferred location to live, work and play. The San Diego North Chamber encompasses over 1,500 square miles that is home to 12 broad-based communities. San Diego North area is also home to many of the top 25 major employers in San Diego County which creates a positive business climate and many fundamental resources. -- http://sdncc.com/

Visit the SDNCC website to see a list of all members.

California Miramar University Held Graduation Ceremony in San Diego

California Miramar University held its 2006 Graduation Ceremony at the Museum of Motion Picture Arts at the Prado in Historic Balboa Park.

The Event was attended by Graduates from around the world, including 20 graduates from Vietnam and the University’s partnership with Vietnam National University’s Center for Systems Development.

The Graduation ceremony’s Key Note Speaker was Bella Heule, President and CEO of the San Diego World Trade Center.

The event was covered by the local press and was video taped by the University.

The Graduation was followed by a Gala Luncheon at the Prado Restaurant and an hour long photo session in the Historic Park featuring the Spreckles Organ Pavilion..

The Ceremony was highlighted by a special appearance of the Graduates at the World Trade Centers Gala annual event, where the CMU Graduates received special recognition by the WTO and the three hundred strong attendees.

The event was so well received by the Graduates and their families that the University plans to hold the 2007 Graduation Ceremonies in Balboa Park.

California Miramar University Joins San Diego World Trade Center

San Diego World Trade Center (SDWTC) is licensed by the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) in New York City and is affiliated with an international network of over 750,000 international trading corporations. There are over 289 members in 85 countries.

Members of the California Miramar University 2006 Graduation Class had a special opportunity to attend the San Diego World Trade Center 2006 Annual Awards Gala. San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders gave the keynote address and graduates had the opportunity to network and connect with San Diego business leaders.

CMU is committed to global education and is proud to be a supporting member of the San Diego World Trade Center. Visit the San Diego World Trade Center website, to see a list of all members.