Three New Businesses Join Corporate Partner Program to enhance employee education opportunities

Maisie Nelson • April 24, 2023

Union College is pleased to announce that three new businesses have joined our Corporate Partner Program, continuing to strengthen the ties between Union College and the community. Grace Health, Cumberland River Behavioral Health, and Commonwealth Educational Opportunity Center have all partnered with Union College to provide their employees with access to high-quality educational programs and resources.


Grace Health is a non-profit healthcare organization based in Kentucky that offers a wide range of medical and dental services to individuals and families in the community. Cumberland River Behavioral Health is a nonprofit community mental health center that strives to ensure that all members of the community have the opportunity to achieve their highest potential for living satisfying, productive, and valued lives. The Commonwealth Educational Opportunity Center (CEOC) is a program that provides free educational and career counseling services to individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, serving a wide range of individuals, including low-income individuals, first-generation college students, veterans, and adults returning to school. 


Through the Corporate Partner Program, Union College becomes a preferred partner for the three businesses, offering a range of educational resources and expertise to help support the professional development of their employees. In return, the employees receive a tuition discount on courses and programs offered by Union College's Division of Online and Graduate Studies.


Dr. David Williams, Union College Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, saying "The Corporate Partner Program is an excellent opportunity for Union College to strengthen our ties with regional businesses and provide their employees with the tools they need to succeed in their careers. We look forward to working with our new partners and welcoming their employees to Union College."


Grace Health, Cumberland River Behavioral Health, and Commonwealth Educational Opportunity Center join a growing list of business partners that include Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Fourteen Foods, and PNC Financial.


All of Union College's online programs are offered in convenient 8-week courses with multiple admission dates throughout the year. For a full list of online undergraduate and graduate programs offered or for more information, visit the Division of Online & Graduate Studies page.

 


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