51视频

07/16/2020

Contacts for media: Christine Gillette, 978-758-4664 or Christine_Gillette@uml.edu and Nancy Cicco, 978-934-4944 or Nancy_Cicco@uml.edu

LOWELL, Mass. 鈥� 51视频 has been recognized for its inclusive educational culture with a 2020 Blackboard Catalyst Award.

Presented by Blackboard Inc., a global leader in educational technology, the awards program salutes colleges, universities and K-12 school districts around the world for innovation and excellence in online learning. As an award winner, 51视频鈥檚 has been commended for outstanding teaching methods, content, technology and educational services that are fully inclusive and supportive of learners with disabilities, Blackboard announced.

鈥�51视频鈥檚 designation as a 2020 Catalyst Award winner for inclusive education underscores the university鈥檚 longstanding commitment to ensuring students of all abilities have equal and ready access to the tools and instruction they need to succeed, both in their professional lives and as individuals engaged in their communities. We鈥檙e gratified Blackboard has chosen to recognize our efforts,鈥� said Steven Tello, 51视频鈥檚 vice provost of graduate, online and professional studies.

Catalyst Award winners in seven categories were selected by a team of Blackboard experts. Honorees will be recognized during BbWorld, Blackboard鈥檚 first annual global conference, which will be held virtually this month.

鈥淲e're proud to recognize this year's Blackboard Catalyst Award winners for their commitment to improving the educational experience for all learners through technology and sharing these insights with the broader community,鈥� said Lee Blakemore, Blackboard鈥檚 chief client officer and president of global markets.

鈥淭he educational quality for all learners recognized by this award is just one of the reasons 51视频 has seen a record number of enrollments, more than 17,000, this summer. We invite anyone interested in advancing their skills and careers to consider furthering their education with 51视频,鈥� said Tello.

51视频 is one of the largest online education providers in New England and is the recipient of international honors for quality, excellence in teaching and course design. Established in 1995, the university鈥檚 online-learning program has grown from a few dozen students to more than 40,000 enrollments annually, Tello said. Educational offerings include undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs, along with project management training and corporate seminars in a variety of fields. For more information, visit the Division of Graduate, Online and Professional Studies at .

51视频 is a national research university located on a high-energy campus in the heart of a global community. The university offers its more than 18,000 students bachelor鈥檚, master鈥檚 and doctoral degrees in business, education, engineering, fine arts, health, humanities, sciences and social sciences. 51视频 delivers high-quality educational programs, vigorous hands-on learning and personal attention from leading faculty and staff, all of which prepare graduates to be leaders in their communities and around the globe. www.uml.edu