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Grantham University Bookstore in Kansas City's SubTropolis

Published on Friday, January 11, 2013 in

The Grantham University Bookstore (GranthamUniversityBookstore.com) processes textbook orders daily for Grantham University's students located around the world. Currently, the bookstore has 13,000 square feet of serviceable space. With plenty of room for expansion as the university grows, the bookstore currently houses more than eighteen thousand textbooks, with more books on the way from our major publishing house vendors.

Grantham University (www.grantham.edu) is an online university specializing in educating working adults and offers online undergraduate and graduate degree programs in Criminal Justice, Business Administration, General and Interdisciplinary Studies, Computer Science, and other technology related fields. Grantham's degree programs are flexible and self-paced, allowing students to complete their course work at times and places that fit their busy schedules.

The Grantham University Bookstore is located in KansasCity's SubTropolis at 8600 NE Underground Dr Kansas City, MO64161‎, SubTropolis is the world's largest underground business complex. The bookstore houses, ships and warehouses Grantham University's textbooks for all of its undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The need for the storm-proof location for the bookstore arose when the University’s Louisiana campus was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. The secure underground site is ideal for use as a book distribution facility for Grantham university, as it provides ultimate protection from severe weather and features a natural, climate controlled environment, which is ideal for textbooks and supplies. The facility has on-site security in place and is professionally managed. The SubTropolis is a subterranean industrial park with nearly five million square feet of space. In addition to the Grantham University Bookstore, the location is home to more than 50 local, national and international businesses.

Established in 1951, Grantham University is a private institution that specializes in educating the working adult student. Its mission is to level the playing field by making a high quality college education available to adult learners based on the combined academic and economic principles of Accessibility, Affordability and Academic Accountability. Grantham University offers military scholarships for active duty, reserve, guard, veterans and military family members, as well as scholarships for law enforcement professionals. Grantham's courses are online and self-paced, allowing students to study at home, at work, on Temporary Duty (TDY) or from almost anywhere in the world. Grantham University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). Grantham's faculty, administration, and advisors are comprised of educators, business executives, industry professionals and entrepreneurs.

Among the advisors are Dr. Herbert I. London, founder, endowed chair, and former Dean of Students at New York University's Gallatin School of Individualized Study; John Ashford, an advisor to Fortune 100 companies as Chairman and CEO of The Hawthorne Group; Rear Admiral Karen Harmeyer, former Chief Staff Officer, Navy Surgeon General, OPNAV 093R.

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Grantham University Celebrates 62 Years of Changing Lives for Students

Published on Tuesday, January 1, 2013 in

KANSAS CITY, MO--(Marketwire - Jan 2, 2013) - Grantham University, a 100 percent online university serving working adult students around the world, is celebrating a milestone: its 62ndbirthday.

The University was founded in 1951 by Donald Grantham, a World War II veteran, who wanted to help his fellow former service members build a better future for themselves upon returning to civilian life. Over the years, Grantham has undergone a major transformation. What started as a traditional "brick and mortar" school specializing in radio electronics eventually became a leader in online education, serving a global student population.

"As we enter our 63rd year of educating working adults," said Grantham President, Joseph McGrath, "we will hold strong in our commitment to our students: providing accessible, affordable and professionally relevant degrees. This is going to be an exciting year for Grantham, and we look forward to continuing to grow and offer our students the best education and support systems possible."

Grantham has always strived to make its students the number one priority. A dedicated student advising team provides students with one-on-one support, motivation and encouragement. Faculty, who receive training in military culture, adult learning strategies and online best practices, are adept at sharing both book knowledge and real-world, practical experience that students can apply to their chosen career.

All students have access to the Student Advising and Learning Center (SALC) and Career Services. SALC provides online study resources, including math learning modules, writing modules, tutorial videos, and student success strategies. SALC also has one-on-one tutoring and writing and math labs where students can receive feedback on assignments before they are submitted for grading.

Grantham University's Career Services department provides professional development tools and one-on-one career search assistance to help students and graduates secure employment after graduation. Services include targeted employment research; assistance with professional branding; help with creating custom resumes, cover letters and portfolios; interview preparation; and access to a virtual job portal, Grantham Pathways.

To learn more about Grantham University and its online degree programs, visit www.grantham.edu or call 800-955-2527.

About Grantham University:

Established in 1951, Grantham University is a private institution that specializes in online education for the working adult student. Its mission is to provide accessible, affordable, professionally relevant degree programs in a continuously changing global society. Grantham's courses are 100% online, allowing students to study at home, at work, on Temporary Duty (TDY) or from almost anywhere in the world. Accredited since 1961 by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council, Grantham University has compiled a distinguished record as a respected and accredited distance learning university spanning six decades of service to education.

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ESGR, a DOD agency, Honors Grantham University Bookstore Employee Paul Alley with Patriot Award

Published on Thursday, November 15, 2012 in

Grantham University honored by Department of Defense for Extraordinary Support of Employees who serve in the Missouri National Guard and Reserve

Kansas City, Mo. — ARCHIVES Grantham University, www.grantham.edu, an online university, announced that employee, Paul Alley, was honored with a Patriot Award in recognition of extraordinary support of the employees who serve in the Missouri National Guard and Reserve. Mr. Alley received his award from the Missouri Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), an agency of the Department of Defense.

"Grantham University is fortunate to have such qualified people working with us," said Mr. Alley. "The entire organization supports our military."

Grantham University joins thousands of American employers who have reviewed their current human resources policies to ensure compliance with the Uniformed Services Employment and Re-Employment Rights Act Law (USERRA). When an employee is required to report for military service, Grantham provides support with a pay differential to offset any loss of wages.

Jon Kready, a University employee and Senior Airman in the United States Air National Guard, commented, "Paul works hard to fill the void when I'm gone for training, which allows me to concentrate on my Guard mission and not worry about my job back home. I am proud to work for a University that cares so deeply about our service members."

According to Retired Brigadier General, Tracy Beckette, ESGR Missouri Chair, "The Patriot Award was created by ESGR to publicly recognize American Employers who provide outstanding patriotic support and cooperation to their employees, who like the Minute Men before them, have answered their nation's call to serve. Supportive employers are critical to maintaining the strength and readiness of the nation's National Guard and Reserve units."

About the Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve:

The Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) was established in 1972 to promote cooperation and understanding between Reserve component members and their civilian employers and to assist in the resolution of conflicts arising from an employee's military commitment. Today, ESGR operates through a network of thousands of volunteers throughout the nation and Guam, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. ESGR provides education, consultation, and if necessary mediation for employers of Guard and Reserve employees. More information about ESGR Employer Outreach Programs and volunteer opportunities is available at http://www.esgr.mil, or by calling 1-800-336-4590.