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Celebrating success together — Avila University’s commencement ceremony honors the achievements of our graduates, a reflection of the bold vision and transformative growth over the past three years.

Reflections on Three Years at Avila — A Journey of Growth Rooted in Identity

In the final installment of his four-part reflection series, President Jim Burkee reflects on Avila University’s identity, the leadership that has fueled its transformation, and the bold vision for its future — grounded in mission and focused on impact. Identity, Focus, and the Road Ahead If there’s one lesson these past three years have reinforced,...

Three Years at Avila: Reflections on Leadership and Transformation

In Part Three of his four-part reflection series, President Jim Burkee recounts Year Three of Avila University’s transformation — a period of record growth, international expansion, and the challenges that come with rapid success. Part 3 of 4: Year Three — Growth Meets Reality, and the Horizon Expands In my first year as President of...

Three Years at Avila: Reflections on Leadership and Transformation

In Part Two of his four-part reflection series, President Jim Burkee recounts Avila University’s remarkable second year — a period of record-breaking enrollment, international expansion, campus renovation, and a bold new spirit of ambition. Part 2 of 4: Year Two — Growth, Growing Pains, and a New Spirit of Possibility As I shared in Part...
From athletics to academics to student life, Avila is growing and has much to offer its students!

Avila in the Media: Expanding Horizons and Embracing Growth

Each student invited to campus at Avila University brings a unique and valuable perspective, enriching the fabric of our academic community. We recognize that every student’s personal background, experiences, and aspirations contribute to a vibrant and dynamic learning environment. Our institutional focus on meeting the diverse needs of each of our students is at the...
President Burkee signing an agreement with the country of Algeria

Avila Signs Three New Agreements Expanding Access to Education 

KANSAS CITY, MO, May 24, 2023 – Avila announces three new comprehensive agreements–with the government of Algeria, AUNA – The American University in North of Africa, and the Université de CARTHAGE to expand our promise of being the private university of access. Avila University became the first university in the United States to sign a...
A social work student watches (right) as two nursing students ask the "patient" questions about her health.

Avila University Offers Accelerated Online Nursing Degree Program to Help Address Missouri’s and the Nation’s Critical Nursing Shortage

Avila University is pleased to announce it is now offering an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) degree. This degree completion program is for students with some college experience or who hold an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in any field other than nursing. All students will receive a personalized degree completion plan that equips...
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