Capella University, an accredited online university, to hold its 18th commencement ceremony

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The online university will host its winter commencement ceremonies in Phoenix, March 20

MINNEAPOLIS, March 17, 2010- Capella University, anaccredited online university*that has built its reputation by providing high qualityonline degree programsfor working adults, will host its 18th commencement ceremony for the more than 550 Capella students who are expected to participate in the event at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Ariz. Addressing the keynote speech will be Major L. Tammy Duckworth, a doctoral student from theonline universitywho currently serves as the Assistant Secretary for Public and Intergovernmental Affairs at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Duckworth is an Iraq War veteran, former U.S. Army helicopter pilot, and recipient of many distinguished service awards, including a Purple Heart, an Air Medal, and an Army Commendation Medal. She was recently inducted into the U.S. Army Women's Foundation Hall of Fame.

"We are proud to recognize the incredible accomplishments of each of our graduates," commented Chris Cassirer, president of Capella University. "Earning a degree is an exciting and challenging journey that requires hard work, determination, and commitment. Each of Capella's graduating students deserves our applause for their perseverance, personal growth, and academic achievements."

Additionally, Capella will provide

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for graduates, family, and friends who are unable to attend in person. Capella University holds commencement ceremonies twice each year: in Minneapolis each August, and in another major U.S. city each February or March. Nearly 34,000 students are pursuing an online degree atCapella University (http://www.capella.edu), with 33 percent enrolled in Capella’sdoctoral degree programs, and 48 percent enrolled in Capella’s

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.

About Capella University

Capella University (www.capella.edu) is an accredited*, fully online university that has built its reputation by providing quality education for working adults. More than 80 percent of Capella students are currently enrolled in master's, specialist, or doctoral degree programs in business, information technology, education, human services, nursing, psychology, public administration, public health, and public safety. Capella also offers bachelor's degree programs in business, information technology, public administration, and public safety. Within those areas, Capella currently offers 129 graduate and undergraduate specializations and 15 certificate programs. Nearly 34,000 learners were enrolled as of Dec. 31, 2009, from all 50 states and 52 other countries. Capella is committed to providing high-caliber academic excellence and pursuing balanced business growth. Founded in 1993, Capella University is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Capella Education Company, headquartered in Minneapolis. For more information, please visithttp://www.capella.eduor call 1-888-CAPELLA (227-3552).

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*Capella University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA),www.ncahlc.org.
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