American InterContinental University Names Navy Veteran and Seasoned Educator as Director of Military Relations

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill.--(Business Wire)--
American InterContinental University, a military-friendly university providing
quality education to career-focused students, announced Richard Kennedy as the
director of military relations.

In his new position, Kennedy will lead the AIU military relations department to
better serve its military population and create stronger partnerships with all
branches of the armed forces. Kennedy understands the unique needs of military
students and veterans as a veteran himself. He served in the Navy as a
Lieutenant Commander overseeing an Educational Service Office, where he
coordinated both afloat and ashore college education programs in accordance with
the Navy`s College Program for Afloat College Education.

"My experience with the military and in education helps me understand the unique
needs of AIU's military-related students, which is a significant portion of the
school's population," said Kennedy. "These students need anywhere and anytime
access, as well as flexibility. I'm proud to work with a school that provides
these benefits, as well as the support services needed for success."

Along with his military experience, Kennedy comes to AIU with a wealth of
knowledge in a number of fields including education, marketing and business. He
gained classroom experience teaching at Columbia College Chicago in the
marketing communications department. He also has worked at Abbott Laboratories
and CMC Inc., serving in marketing and training functions.

"Richard`s naval career and his expertise in education and business make him an
outstanding candidate for this position," said Jennifer Ziegenmier, vice
president of university student management at AIU. "With his guidance and
knowledge, AIU can become the premiere learning institution for members of the
military and their spouses."

Kennedy earned his bachelor`s degree at Marquette University and holds an M.B.A.
with a concentration in marketing from Loyola University in Chicago. For more
information on the services available through the AIU Military Relations
department and programs offered at AIU, please visit: www.aiuniv.edu.

About American InterContinental University

Founded in Europe in 1970, American InterContinental University offers a wide
range of undergraduate and graduate degrees in programs such as business, IT,
criminal justice and design at U.S. campuses in Atlanta, Houston, Weston, Fla.;
an international campus in London; and an internet-based online campus
headquartered in suburban Chicago. The award-winning AIU Online Virtual Campus
was recognized as "Best of the Best" in the 2009 Computerworld Honors Program.

AIU is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North
Central Association. For more info visit www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org or
call 312-263-0456.

AIU is a member of the Career Education Corporation (NASDAQ:CECO) network of
universities, colleges and schools. For more info visit www.aiuniv.edu or
www.aiuonline.edu. AIU does not guarantee salary or employment.

Media Contact:
for American InterContinental University
Tracy Baldwin
(847) 585-3793
tbaldwin@careered.com

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