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Avila University announced today its participation in AWS Academy, an Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS) program providing a ready-to-teach cloud computing curriculum for higher education institutions. This program will provide opportunities for students and professionals to learn skills that will prepare them for careers in the rapidly expanding cloud computing sector beginning this July. “Avila’s...

New role will begin effective July 1, will oversee broad array of initiatives to improve educational experience...

Avila University today announced the appointment of Theodore James Whapham, Ph.D., as vice president for academic affairs, effective July 1. In this role, he will support the work of faculty through oversight of curriculum, new curricular activities, academic policies and other areas essential to the University. “I am so pleased to be welcoming Dr. Ted...

Dear Avila University Community, It is my pleasure to announce that Avila University is preparing a return to campus this Fall.  This will include – as much as is possible — in-person instruction, service, and events. The University will continue to follow the health and safety guidelines provided by the City of Kansas City, Missouri,...

Seniors and juniors from Avila University’s School of Nursing served at two Kansas City hospitals this semester as part of the on-going COVID-19 vaccination efforts. Nearly 90 seniors and juniors began vaccinating first responders on Friday, February 5 at North Kansas City Hospital and Overland Park Regional Medical Center. “Our students’ willingness to aid in...

KC Rising-inspired initiative designed to give businesses and workers dynamic, essential workplace skills...