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Before Congress, Reach University President Joe E. Ross Makes the Case for Apprenticeship Degrees

Reach University — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:11:21 GMT

Before Congress, Reach University President Joe E. Ross Makes the Case for Apprenticeship Degrees and Higher Education Built Around Working Adults

On June 24, 2026,Joe E. Ross, President and CEO of Reach University, testified before the U.S. House Committee on Education and Workforce's Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development, advancing Reach’s Apprenticeship Degree model within the national policy conversation about the future of higher education and workforce development.

Always a Teacher, Finally Certified: Kasey Dvorak’s Reach Journey

Reach University — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:40:38 GMT

Always a Teacher, Finally Certified: Kasey Dvorak’s Reach Journey

Kasey Dvorak earned her Bachelor of Arts in Global Education through Reach University. She currently teaches first grade at Crawford Elementary, the same school where she worked as a paraprofessional for six years.

Paraprofessional at 42, Teacher at 52: Sheila Brewer’s Reach Journey

Reach University — Fri, 22 May 2026 15:30:22 GMT

A Paraprofessional at 42, a Teacher at 52: Sheila Brewer’s Reach Journey

Not everyone chooses the same path to achieve their life goals. Sheila Brewer spent 28 years working in the Lincoln Consolidated Schools system in Lincoln, Arkansas, before finally chasing her dreams of becoming a teacher.

Voices of Reach: Meet Dr. Metoka Welch

Reach University — Wed, 20 May 2026 21:22:57 GMT

Voices of Reach: Dr. Metoka Welch

Executive Dean, Apprenticeship College of Health

Voices of Reach is an ongoing Reacher spotlight series featuring the leaders across Reach University who advance our mission throughout the country.

Announcement | Reach University Secures $2M Grant from Carnegie Corporation of New York

Reach University — Thu, 14 May 2026 13:00:04 GMT

REACH UNIVERSITY SECURES $2M GRANT FROM CARNEGIE CORPORATION OF NEW YORK TO EXPAND ITS TEACHERS COLLEGE THROUGHOUT THE DELTA REGION

How the Apprenticeship Degree Helped Paulesta Gilbert Become a Teacher

Reach University — Fri, 08 May 2026 21:04:53 GMT

Delayed, Not Denied: How the Apprenticeship Degree Helped Paulesta Gilbert Become the Teacher She Always Was

Teaching since 2009. The degree stood between her present and future.

Inside Higher Ed: A College for Health Care Apprentices

Reach University — Fri, 01 May 2026 19:49:56 GMT

Inside Higher Ed: A College for Health Care Apprentices

A recent article by Colleen Flaherty, senior editor at Inside Higher Ed, highlights the launch of the Apprenticeship College of Health (ACH). Created in partnership with the Training Fund and Reach University, ACH brings Reach’s Apprenticeship Degree to behavioral health, beginning with a Washington pathway that prepares candidates for careers as Substance Use Disorder Professionals and leverages the Training Fund’s deep industry experience.

Work Shift: A Pioneer of Apprenticeship Degrees Steps Into Healthcare

Reach University — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:46:51 GMT

Pioneer of Apprenticeship Degrees Steps Into Healthcare

A recent article from Work Shift focused on Reach University’s expansion into health care through the Apprenticeship College of Health (ACH). This isn’t a departure from the work already being done at Reach, but rather, a next step.

Reach University and Training Fund Launch Apprenticeship College of Health to Address National Healthcare Workforce Shortages

Reach University — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:17:33 GMT

Reach University and Training Fund Launch Apprenticeship College of Health to Address National Healthcare Workforce Shortages

Apprenticeship degree program creates a local pathway for workers to earn degrees without student loan debt and complete certification while employed, beginning in behavioral health.

Tracy Press: TUSD Staffers Earn Diplomas from Reach University

Reach University — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:37:35 GMT

TUSD Staffers Earn Diplomas from Reach University

Fifteen Tracy Unified School District (TUSD) employees have earned a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal
Studies through Reach University’s Apprenticeship Degree program. Recognized by the innovative district in January, they are the first group to graduate through the partnership, which helps current staff members transform their jobs into degrees as they work toward becoming licensed and classroom-ready teachers.