Palo Alto University U.S.

Founded in 1975 as the Pacific Graduate School of Psychology, Palo Alto University (PAU) is dedicated to reducing suffering and improving lives through education and research anchored in psychology, clinical training and practice in a diversity of cultures, and service to communities around the world.

Education

• Over 100 full and part-time nationally and internationally recognized faculty representing the foundational facets of psychology as well as specialized clinical interests.

• Consortium with Stanford’s Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences for a clinical doctorate degree (Psy.D.).

• Joint program with Golden Gate University for dual J.D./Ph.D. degrees.

• Masters level teaching in North America, China and Argentina.

• Pioneering Bachelors programs in Business Psychology and Psychology & Social Action.

• American Psychological Association (APA) Board of Educational Affairs Award for PAU’s curriculum on diversity and community mental health.

• Quadrupled student enrollment to 800 in the past 10 years with the expansion from one to seven degree programs, bachelor through doctorate. Students currently from 25 different countries.

Research

• PAU’s faculty ranked among the top 25 schools and universities for research productivity in a study of 166 APA-accredited clinical psychology Ph.D. programs by Stewart, Roberts & Roy.

• Emphasis on translational research leading to evidenced-based, best practices.

• PAU is the leading university for Systematic Treatment Selection research featuring various methods for integrating psychodynamic with cognitive behavioral aspects of clinical psychology.

Clinical Training and Practice

• Training in evidence-based clinical practices for people with serious mental health illness in PAU’s Gronowski Clinic with state-of-the-art evidence-based supervision.

• Integration of research and hands-on clinical practice in culturally informed treatments.

• More than 900 graduates licensed to practice as clinical psychologists.

Community Service

• Clinical assessment and psychotherapy, regardless of ability to pay, at PAU’s Gronowski clinic.

• Over 80,000 hours per year of in-kind clinical services through internships and practicum placements, including collaborative research and in-kind clinical services with the Dept. of Veterans Affairs in San Francisco, Palo Alto and its National Center for PTSD, and El Camino Hospital.

• 9,000 hours per year of social action internships at community centers, schools, and social services agencies (260 hours per student majoring in Psychology & Social Action).

• Public service by faculty/staff/alumni in China, Rwanda, Cambodia and Israel/Palestine.

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Pacifica Graduate Institute U.S.

Pacifica Graduate Institute, with two beautiful campuses located between the coastal foothills and the Pacific Ocean a few miles south of Santa Barbara, California, is an accredited graduate school offering masters and doctoral degree programs in depth psychology, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, and mythological studies.

Pacifica has developed a convenient education format that enhances rigorous academic study while meeting the needs of individuals who wish to pursue graduate education while continuing their existing professional and personal commitments.

Pacifica Graduate Institute is an accredited graduate school offering masters and doctoral degree programs framed in the traditions in depth psychology. The Institute has established an educational environment that nourishes respect for cultural diversity and individual differences, and an academic community that fosters a spirit of free and open inquiry. Students have access to an impressive array of education resources on Pacifica’s two campuses, both of which are located between the coastal foothills and the Pacific Ocean, a few miles south of Santa Barbara, California.

Mission Statement

The mission of Pacifica Graduate Institute is to foster creative learning and research in the fields of psychology and mythological studies, framed in the traditions of depth psychology.

By creating an educational environment with a spirit of free and open inquiry, consistent with the recognized values of academic freedom, Pacifica is dedicated to cultivating and harvesting the gifts of the human imagination. So that these insights may influence the personal, cultural, and planetary concerns of our era, this dedication is contained in the motto: animae mundi colendae gratia - for the sake of tending soul in and of the world.

Origins & Orientation

Pacifica traces many of its central ideas to the heritage of ancient story tellers, dramatists, and philosophers from all lands who recorded the workings of the imagination. The legacies of these early men and women have evolved in multiple cultural contexts including the systematic explorations of the unconscious by Freud, Jung, and other theorists of the psychologies of this century.

The concepts of depth psychology result from this long development and are at the core of Pacifica’s orientation. These ideas—such as the importance of symbol and metaphor in personal and cultural imagery or the recognition of the dynamic interplay between the natural world and the world of the human psyche—are articulated in all of the Institute’s programs. Pacifica students and faculty contribute further to this rich body of knowledge through the intricacies of the human imagination.

Extending the concepts of psychology and mythological studies beyond the personal, beyond the consulting room, and beyond the classroom, we see psychological life as an evolutionary development within nature, alive in all the phenomena and systems of our world. In studying and working with these multidimensional exchanges, we facilitate contributions to the contemporary concerns of our world through dialogues between the psyche of the individual, the mythologies of the culture, the collective human imagination, and the living planet.

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Pacific Union College U.S.

Pacific Union College is a fully accredited Seventh-day Adventist Christian liberal arts college, founded in 1882 and located in California’s Napa Valley. The college’s overall program offers a full lineup of bachelor’s degrees as well as several associate degrees, one master’s degree, and pre-professional and degree completion programs.

PUC’s Mission Statement:

Pacific Union College is a Seventh-day Adventist learning community offering an excellent Christ-centered education that prepares its students for productive lives of useful human service and uncompromising personal integrity.

Quick Facts About PUC:

- U.S. News & World Report has ranked PUC in the top tier of its category in the “Best Colleges” issue for 17 consecutive years.

- PUC seniors score well above the national average in Major Field Achievement Tests.

- The Western Association of Schools and Colleges gave PUC its most favorable rating.

- PUC is located in this hills above the Napa Valley, 70 miles north of San Francisco and 60 miles east of the coast, with access to a wide range of recreation and entertainment.

- Students participate in activities as members of over 25 cultural, academic, and special interest clubs, honor societies and campus ministries groups.

- The college has sent over 1300 student missionaries to countries including the Czech Republic, China, Kenya, Chile and the Marshall Islands.

What Our Affiliation Means

Pacific Union College is affiliated with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, a world-wide Christian community that runs one of the world’s largest Protestant school systems. The college is owned, operated and subsidized by the regional division of the Adventist Church, the Pacific Union Conference.

The Adventist Denomination and Faith

The Seventh-day Adventist Church is a Protestant Christian denomination with the distinguishing characteristic of observing Saturday as the Sabbath. In addition to operating a vast systems of schools, colleges, and universities around the globe, the Adventist Church operates an independent humanitarian aid agency, publishing houses, and a healthcare delivery system of clinics and hospitals throughout the world.

Adventism has its roots in the Millerite movement in the mid-1800s and counts among its founders Ellen G. White, a prolific writer whose work is still influential in the church. The Adventist Church also emphasizes diet and health, and religious liberty.

Today, the world Adventist Church is governed by a General Conference, with smaller regions administered by divisions, union conferences and local conferences.

The Sabbath Community

From Friday sundown to Saturday sundown, the PUC community observes the Sabbath as a day of worship, fellowship, and rejuvenation. The college invites all students, visitors and employees to help create a special spiritual atmosphere on campus. Most offices are closed for the day, as are Angwin industries such as the College Market, the Chevron gas station, and the Post Office. A host of special services and programs are offered each Sabbath, from large-scale worship services in the PUC Church to small-group meetings for discussion, prayer, and fellowship. Many students, faculty, staff, and community members also use the Sabbath time to make use of the extensive trails on PUC’s beautiful, undeveloped acres.

Sister Schools

PUC and the other 12 Adventist colleges located in North America comprise the organization known as the Adventist Association of Colleges and Universities.

- Andrews University, Berrien Springs, Michigan

- Canadian University College, Lacombe, Alberta, Canada

- Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences, Orlando, Florida

- Kettering College of Medical Arts, Kettering, Ohio

- La Sierra University, Riverside, California

- Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California

- Oakwood University, Huntsville, Alabama

- Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, Tennessee

- Southwestern Adventist University, Keene, Texas

- Union College, Lincoln, Nebraska

- Walla Walla University, College Place, Washington

- Washington Adventist University, Takoma Park, Maryland

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Pardee RAND Graduate School U.S.

The RAND Corporation is a nonprofit institution that helps improve policy and decisionmaking through research and analysis.

RAND focuses on the issues that matter most such as health, education, national security, international affairs, law and business, the environment, and more. With a research staff consisting of some of the world’s preeminent minds, RAND has been expanding the boundaries of human knowledge for more than 60 years. As a nonpartisan organization, RAND is widely respected for operating independent of political and commercial pressures. See History and Mission.

RAND’s tradition of problem-solving continues to this day. Much of this research is carried out on behalf of public and private grantors and clients. Philanthropic dollars help support RAND’s Investment in People and Ideas program, our vehicle for funding research inquiries into critical but often underappreciated policy areas and attracting the world’s top talent to focus on these challenges. All RAND work—every publication, database, or major briefing—is held to rigorous and sometimes painstaking review processes. Such exacting standards are the foundation of RAND’s impeccable reputation throughout the world. See Standards for High Quality Research and Analysis and RAND’s Institutional Principles.

RAND improves policy and decisionmaking through research and analysis. At times, grantors or clients may ask RAND to deliver research without suggesting a specific course of action. At other times, RAND may provide a range of solutions with an analysis of advantages and disadvantages. On certain occasions, RAND may formulate or even support clear-cut policy recommendations. What remains constant is RAND’s commitment to public service by communicating its findings to a wide audience. This is accomplished in many ways. They include announcements to media, testimony by experts at RAND (often to the U.S. Congress), and publications, many of which are available free on this Web site. See Newsroom, Congressional Resources, and Reports and Bookstore.

RAND in the 21st century continues to address difficult challenges throughout the world. In many ways, RAND’s future reflects its past: anticipating emerging issues; establishing new angles of inquiry; and mapping the territory for responses by government, business, and society. Commitment to these high standards will continue to define RAND’s work in the years to come.

RAND Mission: The RAND Corporation is a nonprofit institution that helps improve policy and decisionmaking through research and analysis.

RAND focuses on the issues that matter most such as health, education, national security, international affairs, law and business, the environment, and more. With a research staff consisting of some of the world’s preeminent minds, RAND has been expanding the boundaries of human knowledge for more than 60 years.

As a nonpartisan organization, RAND is widely respected for operating independent of political and commercial pressures.

Through our dedication to high-quality and objective research and analysis and with sophisticated analytical tools developed over many years, RAND engages clients to create knowledge, insight, information, options, and solutions that will be both effective and enduring.

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Patten University U.S.

At Patten University, we believe that everyone should be able to get a quality college education. We are committed to making higher education accessible and affordable to all, no matter their age, location, ethnicity or financial situation.

Since 1944, Patten University has earned a reputation for carefully mentoring students and making a difference in our community. Today we have expanded our reach through online education while maintaining our commitment to enriching the world and giving students close personal attention. At Patten, you are never just a number.

Helping You Thrive

With our online programs, we focus on helping working adults acquire the skills and knowledge they need to advance or change their careers. Our flexible online learning platform gives you the freedom to earn your degree on your terms while still enjoying close interaction with faculty and students in an engaging learning environment.

We are also committed to making education affordable so that students can earn a degree without acquiring a burden of debt. Our innovative tuition model and strategic reduction of bureaucratic overhead allows us to lower costs and pass the savings to you.

Are you ready to achieve your higher education goals? Contact an admissions counselor to get started.

Degree Programs

Advance your career with a degree from Patten University. Our challenging programs are designed to give you the real-world knowledge you need to succeed in today’s workplace.

At Patten, we offer degree programs on campus, online, or in combination. Explore our programs and choose the degree path that works best for you.

Items marked with an asterisk (*) are offered exclusively online; items marked with two asterisks (**) are offered both online and on campus.

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Pepperdine University U.S.

Pepperdine University is a Christian university committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and Christian values, where students are strengthened for lives of purpose, service, and leadership.

This Web site will provide a glimpse into the unique community that is the Pepperdine family and provide you with the information that you need. On this site, you will find a wide range of services and resources, from local maps and travel information, to in-depth information about the University. Although this Web site contains a comprehensive amount of information, we hope that you will take the chance to visit our campus in beautiful Malibu, California.

Pepperdine at a Glance

Pepperdine University is an independent, medium-sized university enrolling approximately 7,700 students in five colleges and schools. Seaver College, the School of Law, the Graduate School of Education and Psychology, the Graziadio School of Business and Management, and the School of Public Policy are located on the University’s 830-acre campus overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Malibu. Courses are taught in Malibu, at four graduate campuses in Southern California, permanent program facilities in Washington, D.C., and at international campuses in Germany, England, Italy, Switzerland, Argentina, and China.

The University was founded in 1937 by George Pepperdine, a Christian businessman who founded the Western Auto Supply Company. For the first 30 years of its life, the institution was a small, mostly undergraduate college. University status was achieved in 1970 as the institution added graduate and professional schools. In 1972, the University opened its new campus in Malibu.

Pepperdine University is religiously affiliated with Churches of Christ, of which Mr. Pepperdine was a lifelong member. Faculty, administrators and members of the Board of Regents represent many religious backgrounds, and students of all races and faiths are welcomed. It is the purpose of Pepperdine University to pursue the very highest academic standards within a context that celebrates and extends the spiritual and ethical ideals of the Christian faith.

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Phillips Graduate Institute U.S.

A nonprofit educational, counseling, training and research center, Phillips Graduate Institute traces its origin to the 1950s when Clinton E. Phillips, Ph.D., pioneered the application of family systems theory and the initiation of family therapy at the American Institute of Family Relations.

In 1971, Dr. Phillips and T. David Jansen, D. Min founded the California Family Study Center (CFSC) as the only freestanding graduate program in the country dedicated solely to the field of human relationships. Built upon the family systems model, the graduate program in Marriage and Family Therapy attracted a diverse population of students brought together by a shared passion for making a difference. As the program gained momentum, it quickly became known as a leader in mental health higher education across the profession. In 1996, in recognition of his innovative leadership, the Board of Trustees honored Dr. Phillips by changing the name to Phillips Graduate Institute.

With over forty years of excellence in graduate education and training, Phillips has grown from a small, single-degree granting institution to a leader in the field, offering multiple degrees at both the master’s and doctoral levels.

Today, Phillips Graduate Institute remains at the forefront of confronting complex interpersonal business and social issues, exploring new avenues for change, and ultimately creating academic programs that are shaped by the communities it serves.

As our country begins to rebound from the great recession, we have all been called upon to make adjustments in our lives. Phillips Graduate Institute is no exception. Our response to economic hardship however, can be met with fear or with optimism. Your decision to attend Phillips Graduate Institute indicates your optimism in the future. We share that optimism. Studies show that demand for individuals trained in mental health fields is expected to increase, and as a result so will career opportunities. That is encouraging news in a time when unemployment in California is at its highest.

We have been doing quite a bit of work to prepare for our future. During the past year we have conducted an environmental scan to learn more about economic, educational, social and demographic trends, and the impact these trends will have on our future. We are using the information, along with feedback from students, faculty, alumni and community partners to develop a set of strategic priorities that will guide our work. What is certain is that Phillips Graduate Institute has a bright future and we welcome you as part of it.

Phillips Graduate Institute is building on its reputation for training well-qualified practitioners. We are doing the work to position Phillips for a regional, national and international presence. By building community partnerships, attracting quality students and faculty, we are preparing ourselves to be recognized as the leader in delivering creative and innovative responses to the challenges individuals, families, organizations and communities face. The education and training you receive at Phillips prepares you to connect theory and practice in meaningful ways. As a result, you become among the best prepared practitioners in the country.

We are expanding our reach and are attracting students from around the world who are interested in studying with faculty and students who are on the cutting edge of building and enhancing relationships for individuals, couples, families and organizations. We are looking at ways to better use technology to deliver educational content and to connect our students and faculty regardless of their physical location.

Committed to diversity and the needs of diverse communities, we will turn our attention toward eliminating mental health disparities in the most vulnerable communities. Our graduates are taking what they learn at Phillips back into the world by responding to the crisis in Darfur, the devastation in Haiti and to the challenges that have been created by the economic crisis in our own backyard.

We have an exciting opportunity to leave our imprint on the world. We look forward to your joining us in the journey.

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