[February 01, 2014]

Kaplan University Celebrates Winter Online Graduation

Kaplan University's 2014 Winter Commencement celebrated the achievements of over 6,800 graduates who earned Associate, Bachelor and Master Degrees from the Schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Health Sciences, Information Technology, Legal Studies, Nursing and Public Service. The graduation took place at the James L. Knight International Center in Miami, Florida.

Donald E. Graham, CEO of Graham Holdings Company, the parent company to Kaplan University, delivered the keynote address at each of the two ceremonies held today. He addressed more than 725 graduates in attendance and thousands more watching and celebrating around the world via a live webcast.

He congratulated the graduates on "a triumph - more impressive because of how hard you have worked and how much you overcame to be here."

Graham has been chief executive officer of Graham Holdings Company, then The Washington Post Company (News - Alert), since 1991 and chairman of the board since 1993. The company's name changed after the sale of the newspaper in 2013. Additionally, Graham is a director and member of the compensation committee of Facebook (News - Alert) and previously served as a member of the Pulitzer Prize Board.

Kaplan University President Dr. Wade Dyke presided over the ceremony and recognized their achievements.

"The reason you forged ahead was the desire to make a positive change in your life and in the lives of those around you hrough education," said Dr. Dyke. "Your personal path has not ended; in fact, it has widened your opportunities. As you continue, pursue each endeavor with the same determination that got you here today."

During the 2012-2013 academic year, Kaplan University conferred over 15,000 degrees and nearly 600 certificates and diplomas.

The ceremonies can be viewed at www.graduation.kaplan.edu

About Kaplan University

Kaplan University offers a different school of thought for higher education. It strives to help adult students unlock their talent by providing a practical, student-centered education that prepares them for careers in some of the fastest-growing industries. The University, which has its main campus in Davenport, Iowa, and its headquarters in Chicago, is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (www.ncahlc.org) and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Kaplan University serves approximately 44,000 online and campus-based students. The University has 11 campuses in Iowa, Nebraska, Maryland and Maine, and Kaplan University Learning Centers in Maryland, Wisconsin, Indiana, Missouri and Florida.

Kaplan University is part of Kaplan Higher Education Group and Kaplan, Inc., a leading international provider of educational and career services for individuals, schools and businesses. Kaplan, Inc. serves approximately 65,000 students online and through approximately 60 campus-based schools across the United States. Kaplan's higher education schools offer a spectrum of academic opportunities, from certificates and diplomas to graduate and professional degrees, including a juris doctor degree. Kaplan serves students of all ages through a wide array of offerings including higher education, test preparation, professional training and programs for kids in grades K-12. Kaplan, Inc. is a subsidiary of Graham Holdings Company and is its largest division. For more information, visit www.kaplanuniversity.edu.

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