National University Alumni Association

10/20/2026

✨ President's Circle Spotlight: Kathryn B. ✨

For Kathryn B., earning her M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy with a specialization in Trauma Informed Systemic Therapy marked the beginning of a new chapter shaped by purpose and service.

Inspired by her personal connection to military families and trauma recovery, Kathryn pursued a path dedicated to helping others heal. Today, she is building her practice, working toward licensure, and hoping to mentor future clinicians along the way.

Her insight: “It was a testament to how much we can be stretched. I feel more prepared to handle life's stressors.”

Kathryn's journey is a reminder that growth often begins when we challenge ourselves to do hard things and trust in our ability to keep moving forward.

10/19/2026

Don’t miss Julie Taylor-Ducharme in action as moderator of our next NU Speaker Series session with Sarah Hassaine! 💙 Join us for The Power of Reinvention: Why a Complete Pivot is the New Career Move on Tuesday, October 27

10/19/2026

Grab your tie-dye gear and join us November 7 at Pechanga Arena San Diego! https://billwaltonclassic.com/

The inaugural National University Bill Walton Classic tips off in November at Pechanga Arena, showcasing a college basketball double-header and a sea of tie-dye as far as the eye can see to honor the late, great La Mesa native.

https://fox5sandiego.com/sports/bill-walton-classic-pechanga-arena/

10/19/2026

ANDers have a lot going on, and Kevin Sligh (NCU, MBA ‘09) is proof. 💙

He was a service member AND a parent AND a student, earning his MBA while serving in the military and raising a family. Today he’s the founder and CEO of Promethean Global Consulting Group, after leadership roles at FEMA, the White House National Security Council, and BSEE. 🇺🇸

Check the comments for the link to read his story!

10/19/2026

The National University network is one of your greatest alumni benefits — and it starts with showing up.

Join us for Navigator Networking on October 26 at 5:30PM PT.

Virtual, informal, and always worth it. 🔗 Navigator Networking

10/17/2026

This Thursday, connect with fellow alumni across all class years and help shape the future of the NU alumni community. Open to graduates of National University, Northcentral University, and John F. Kennedy University. Visit NU Alumni Association Meeting to add it to your calendar!

10/16/2026

Explore the complexities of modern data protection with cybersecurity expert Chris Simpson. Learn how to defend against phishing, AI scams, and social engineering attacks.

10/16/2026

From the legal department to the corner office: Héctor Hernández-Pons Torres (NU, MBA ‘95) joined Grupo Herdez in 1978 and has served as chairman and CEO since 2004.

As a third-generation leader of the family business, he has guided one of Mexico’s leading food companies across Mexico and the United States while honoring a legacy that spans more than a century. Through Fundación Herdez, he also supports food education, nutrition, and the preservation of Mexico’s culinary heritage.
We’re proud to count him among our alumni.

10/16/2026

Your career path doesn’t have to be a straight line!

70% of job skills are expected to change by 2030, so adapting is the real superpower. And your NU community is here to help you take the next step.

Inside the October NU Alumni Connection newsletter:
🎓 25% off PACE certificates just for alumni
🤝 In-person career fairs, workshops, and networking events this fall, including the 3rd Annual Disabled Veterans Resource Fair, a Job Interview Workshop, the Maritime Career and Resource Fair, and the San Diego Military Advisory Council/Women in Defense - San Diego Fall Social
🏀 Exclusive tickets in the NU section for the inaugural National University Bill Walton Classic on 11/7

Read the full October newsletter via the link in the comments!